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The granny games It’s a hockey team with a collective age of 365 years. And they’re feisty. It’s the noodle hockey team and they play the game sitting down. But that doesn’t take away the competitive and winning attitude of Acadia Rest Home residents Mavis Knox, 88, Mary Mitchell, 86, Margaret Almond, 102, and Muriel Foster-Pratt, 89. They were among 15 teams with foam noodles, balloons, bean bags, and plastic cups that came together for the annual Rest Home Games at ASB Arena. To read the full story, see page 42. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
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The big news this week is that Auckland has a seal. Big deal. Yet it’s been leading the TV news this week. You have to wonder what all the fuss is about. Every town’s got a seal. We’ve got one at the Mount and its way cooler than Auckland’s. Whitianga has one, they’ve had it longer than Auckward and it still has a sense of direction. Dunedin has a seal or two on the beach every other day. Beats me why the news that happens to Auckward is always treated with so much more importance than the same news happening anywhere else in the country. I don’t see the TV cameras clamouring to get seal footage in the provinces. Go figure. I guess some people in this country are just way more important and interesting than the rest of us. Speaking of performing seals, we wish farewell and good riddance to ‘Campbell Live’.
every piece. There was a pervading attitude of “I will tell you how you should feel about this”. Viewing ‘Campbell Live’ each night and expecting to see some balance was as futile as watching a fat boy in a playground trying to ride the seesaw on his own. This is where the state broadcaster scored a coup, putting Mike Hosking up against Campbell in the same time slot. Hosking, also able to irritate at times, at least has the skill
to separate his viewpoint from his reporting. The viewer clearly knows when Mike is telling the story; from when Mike is having his say. Campbell’s approach however was to interweave both into a tangled mess; with a bit of pitchy, ranting Deluded followers dramatics for effect. I’ve kept my trap shut, so The show constantly far, on the demise of the confused a reporting role show. with a commentator’s. Partly because I know Campbell just could Dunedin seal some deluded folk out not help put his left-wing, there consider it good chip-on-shoulder, ‘stand up journalism. for the underdog’ spin on any And really, any subject…even if the underdog interest the public had only themselves to blame show in journalMount for whatever hardship had ism, even flaky Maunganui befallen them. versions, is encourseal Not saying that was the case aging. with every story, and there were I haven’t until now wanted to burst your bubble, but it’s some great issues tackled over the years. It just was becoming harder a good time to face facts. ‘Campbell Live’ has been one of the to sort the genuine downtrodden from the self-perpetuating losers… most unbalanced, self-aggrandising who Campbell backed relentlessly loads of tripe ever to have masquerwith his formula of “stick it to the aded as news, except maybe for this man” or the authority, no matter column. Whereas this column unashamedly what the facts. is an opinion piece – and therefore Drama queen is clearly and blatantly one-sided – Many readers simply got tired of the Campbell show was meant to trying to sift the facts from the thereport…which according to most atrics of this OTT drama queen. definitions of journalism, requires This is not to say that the bringing a balanced account of all replacement programme will be sides of the story. He allowed his viewpoint to colour any better. But that has little to do the stories. He could not help but let with the fact Campbell’s irritating his personal prejudices spill over into style had worn thin with viewers.
Whitianga seal Even the last-gasp surge in ratings, brought about by a massive bleating from his dwindling, deluded followers, was a Dead Cat Bounce and failed to hold sway with TV3’s hierarchy. Good riddance, stop bleating and let’s get on with something fresh, and hopefully, balanced.
You spent it where?
The flag discussion is rolling on relentlessly, with Mr Key determined to spend his guzillion dollars on asking the country what we already know. Interesting where the money is being spent on this campaign. We’ve asked, and haven’t yet had a straight answer. But considering that the flag symbolises national pride and loyalty, you’d expect the vast millions to be spent with NZ-owned media, right? Well I have news for you, and it’s mostly bad. As the only NZ-owned media company in this region, I’m sad to say nothing so far has been booked with us. What’s that I hear you cry? Are the millions being spent to endear national pride and chest-beating loyalty among the populace, actually being blown on OVERSEAS OWNED media? Surely not?
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Healthy options sicken It was the email they dreaded. “Can you please ensure all your [vending] machines have been removed prior to June 4.” Not just any vending machines. These were a major $250,000 investment for Carol Haimes and husband Allan Walker, and a big chunk of their livelihood. “We wouldn’t have bought the business just a year ago had we known this could happen,” says a distraught Carol. Their four vending machines were strategically sited in a plum location – Tauranga Hospital – a captive market of patients, public, busy doctors and nurses all looking for an on the fly quick fix – chocolate, nuts, soda, chips. “There were healthy options in there too,” says Carol. “It’s all about choices.” The removal order reduced Allan to tears. That’s because it takes a $126,000 wad out of his business each year. And he didn’t see it coming. “We are local people, building a local business and buying local,” says Carol. “Now some Aucklanders have muscled us off our own patch. That business will leave the region.” It was the Compass Group NZ – the Auckland company which holds the cleaning and catering contracts at the hospital – that ordered Carol and Allan out. “We will be using our nominated national vending provider Vending Direct. We wish to thank you for your service...” Compass told Carol and Allan. They are disappointed “the DHB didn’t stand up for local business”. The Bay of Plenty District health Board wiped its hands. Bay of Plenty District Health Board’s support services business leader Sherida Cooper says their contract is with Compass “to provide appropriate vending services which includes products in line with our healthy eating criteria”. It’s Compass which decides who’ll provide that service – and Carol and Allan’s Provender franchise didn’t figure in the plans. Compass Group says when it signed a
national services contract with Vending Direct in 2013, that company didn’t have a representative in the Bay of Plenty. So it retained the existing Provendor Franchise. When Vending Direct did get a representative here, Compass says shifting the contract to them was a natural consequence. “Vending Direct is working towards offering a range of healthy eating choices as per the DHB’s food and nutrition guidelines and has proven to be a trusted supplier.” Compass regrets Carol feels she should’ve been given the opportunity to tender for the business. But the national contract with Vending Direct, this wasn’t possible. To read the full story, go to SunLive.co.nz and search ‘Local vending machines By Hunter Wells pushed out’.
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Two men who spent the night in cold conditions in the Kaimai Range made it out of the bush on Wednesday. The hunters, aged 44 and 20, went into the bush at the end of Whakamarama Rd about 4am Tuesday morning but failed to return by 9am. Bay of Plenty Police communications manager Kim Perks says the pair made their way out to State Highway 29 near Ngamuwahine Rd where they were able to use their mobile phone to contact family. “They were picked up by family and were tired and cold but required no medical assistance.”
Closure leaves staff in dark
About 12 Relationships Aotearoa staff in Tauranga face losing their jobs following the news the national body have failed to remain solvent. The not-for-profit organisation announced branches nationwide will close by today with the loss of 183 jobs in a move that will directly affect 7000 clients. This measure wsd revealed after the country’s largest professional counselling and family therapy provider was unable to reach an agreement with Government agencies to help it remain solvent.
TEL stretch open early
A 6km stretch of the Tauranga Eastern Link was due to open to traffic this week, marking a major milestone in the road’s construction. The NZ Transport Agency has announced plans to open all four lanes of the stretch between Te Maunga and Domain Rd early, ahead of the roads’ official opening later this year. Transport Agency senior project manager Wayne Troughton says the two lanes currently opened will be phased into four lanes, opening up the first completed four lane section of the road to traffic.
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“You look very familiar,” they’ll say. If they went to Tauranga South Kindergarten between 1976 and 1988 – chances are Judy taught them. “It’s happened a few times because of Tauranga South,” says Judy. “It’s very touching.” It’s how she met her husband. They met at a ‘jazz junction’. He invited Judy to a picnic on Mount Main Beach to meet his sons. “I know your son,” Judy said when she met him. “He was at Tauranga South Kindergarten”. Now that ‘charming man’ is Judy’s husband and the ex-pupil is her step son. Judy’s seen many faces and shaped many little lives since graduating from Auckland Kindergarten Teaching College in December, 1964. But now she’s retiring. Why? “We’ll I’m 70 next week.” So as her 50 years of kindergarten teaching comes to an end, Judy can proudly say she’s put her stamp on the world of playing, learning, growing children. “I’ve certainly made my stamp on quite a few children too,” says Judy. “It’s been lovely to catch up with people over the years and just see how lovely they are when they’re adults. “Some children really do stand out and you always wonder what will happen to them as they grow older.” Judy opened Tauranga South Kindergarten – now Gate Pa Kindergarten – in 1976. It was a unique school in the way it partnered with Tauranga Girls’ College. “We taught the girls child development,” says Judy. “The
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girls would come over in twos or threes to observe the children.” There for 12 years, Judy moved to Australia where she taught for 11 more years. When returning to New Zealand in 2012, Judy was offered a job at Kid Country Early Learning Centre on Cambridge Rd. It was her final day there last Friday. But she’s still been popping in to read to the children. “I just have to ease myself away,” says Judy. “Some of the children are quite upset I’m leaving.” Judy graduated from both kindergarten and primary teaching colleges. So why kindergarten?
“I’ve always loved children,” says Judy, who as a girl lined her dolls up, gave them a notepad and pen and pretended she was a teacher. “I just find children fascinating and lovely to be with. I think at that age they’re just completely themselves. They haven’t been tainted by school. They’re just natural and that’s what I love about them.” Fifty years of teaching and Judy’s ready to put her books on the shelf. “It’s time to let it go,” she says. Time to put her feet up, time to relax – and time to reminisce. A very, well deserved break. By Zoe Hunter
days on tsunami evacuation Pop up library to open Open The open days will run 10am-12 noon Tauranga City Council is hosting four
Greerton has a pop-up library opening at 1334 Cameron Rd on Tuesday for residents to continue their borrowing and learning activities. The old Greerton Library has been closed for one week to move items to the new temporary space, and to make way for construction of a new library. Books issued at Greerton Library before May 22 are not be due back until after the temporary library opens. Residents can return borrowed books to Tauranga’s other libraries, including the Mobile Library. Parking is limited at the pop up library, but it’s a five-minute walk from the old library. For more information, call 07 577 7177.
The sound of chainsaws filled Fergusson Park in Matua on Tuesday as a pohutukawa tree at the centre of a recent neighbourhood battle was felled on council’s instructions. Contractors Arbor Care took the 22m tall tree down branch by branch. The majority of the tree is destined for the mulcher, but its larger limbs will be taken back to the depot. Anything millable will be donated to charity. The tree’s fate has been in the balance since a resident asked council to remove it from an area covered by a height restriction covenant.
community open days around the city in June to discuss tsunami evacuation. The council will be asking people if they know how to survive a tsunami and what they believe are evacuation concerns in their area.
and 4pm-7pm at Club Mount Maunganui on June 16, Papamoa Community Centre on June 17, St Paul’s Church hall on June 24 and ASB Arena on June 25. For more information, call council on 07 577 7000.
Xero founder to visit the city With New Zealand being the most online country worldwide, an upcoming talk in Tauranga with a founder of a NZ software company may be worth a look in. Rod Drury, founder and
CEO of Xero, is coming to town next month to speak at Tauranga Chamber of Commerce’s Leaders In Business event. Rod will share what’s coming up next for businesses and other
opportunities for regions to work globally. The event is on June 15 from noon-2pm at Mills Reef restaurant, Bethlehem. To register, see www. tauranga.org.nz/eventscalendar
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NZ Under 20 and Te Puke prop Aidan Ross shows his athleticism against the Chiefs Development at Blake Park this week. Photo by Bruce Barnard. disappointment of not making the initial squad to Carving out a sporting career has its trials and tribulations, no matter the age. Just ask Australia. I never dropped the lip and even though that was gone the next goal was ITM Cup, so I still 19-year-old Aidan Ross. had to train hard and be on my game. “It wasn’t good at the start getting dropped, but looking back how sports work going through the A month ago the Te Puke prop’s dreams of pullhighs and then the lows, all in a month for me, it ing on the New Zealand Under 20 jersey were in tatters after missing out on the ‘Baby Blacks’ side that turns around pretty quickly.” Told to focus on his scrummaging, Ross trained the won the Oceania Rugby Junior Championship in house down for both club and the Chiefs franchise, Australia. Ross, and Te Puke teammate Dan Hollinshead, had drawing inspiration from Bay of Plenty products – Troy Callender, Nathan Harris and Sam Cane – all to progressed through a number of training camps in have pulled on the NZ U20 jersey in recent years. the last six months, only to be told they were surplus Performing well for the Chiefs Development in to requirements at the last hurdle. Hong Kong then against the Hurricanes DevelopBut the allure of the Silver Fern always remained ment, New Zealand Under 20 head coach Scott and in a stroke of luck Ross was recalled into the Robertson and assistant coaches Leon MacDonald Italy-bound squad ahead of the World Rugby Under and Tana Umaga couldn’t look past the loosehead 20 Championship next month – Bay of Plenty’s sole prop any longer. representative. To read the full story, go to SunLive.co.nz and search This makes it extra sweet given the initial dis‘Aidan reclaims Silver Fern dream’. appointment. “I guess I’d been through the By Luke Balvert
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Kat’s pryde shines with Youth Awards An attendee once told Kat Clark every time he walks through the doors at Tauranga Pryde he forgets all of the bullying and negativity that’s happening in his life and he enters a place where he feels safe.
Kat Clark owes her Youth Awards to Tauranga Pryde and the change the group is making in the community.
“He’s not judged and most of all he’s proud of who he is,” says 23-year-old Kat, who started the group for the city’s rainbow youth in April 2014. Since then the group – focused on supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and straight youth – has grown in leaps and bounds. About 30-odd youth, aged 14-24, show up regularly – and Kat has three new facilitators helping her. “And the more people who find out about it, the more that want to come – and the more I can help,” says the Bachelor of social work student. As group leader, Kat says they maintain ethics such as non-judg-
ment, no labels and no bullying. “We value Tauranga Pryde as a safe place where members are able to express their emotions, ask for support and have a laugh. “But mostly Tauranga Pryde is a place of acceptance.” And the feedback suggests it’s become a place even parents believe benefit their youth. “All the parents love it – I get text messages saying their child is jumping round the room because they were nervous to come – now they’re just so happy. “And that makes me so happy.” This week Kat received the Working For Youth Award and Change Maker Award from Youth Minster Nikki Kaye at Parliament as part of
the Youth Week 2015 Awards after being nominated by the Rainbow Youth group. “The Change Maker award represents the positive change Tauranga Pryde is making in society for the LGBTQ youth. “We’re heading in a positive direction of achieving equality for all people – no matter their gender or sexuality.” But Kat says the awards she won are not her own. “I accepted them on behalf of Tauranga Pryde – as it feels I wouldn’t be here without them.” “It’s not about me basically – it’s about Tauranga Pryde I reckon.” To learn more or join the group, call Rainbow Youth 09 376 4155. By Merle Foster
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Dominic’s farewell for a classical gig Dominic Lee is having a farewell party this weekend to say goodbye The classical cello player is performing at Tauranga Art Gallery to his hometown of Tauranga. But it won’t be your typical gig.
to serenade his townsfolk, family and friends and to fundraise for a big life-changing move to the US. Dominic’s been awarded a Howard Hanson Scholarship to attend America’s top music school – the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester in New York. Known for performing in Tauranga with his violin-playing sister Anna Lee, Dominic left Bethlehem College aged 16 to study at Victoria University’s School of Music. “When I’m on-stage the cello and myself is one – if I wasn’t performing the world would feel odd,” says the 17-year-old, who leaves for New York on June 30. “It feels right and everything is at peace.” Dominic
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Maria. “It’s so overwhelming.” Wining first prize in the American protégé competition with sister Anna, Dominic’s debut US performance will be at the Carnegie Hall in New York on July 5. He’s aiming to study for seven years to gain a doctorate in music. Dominic’s leaving gig – Grazia – featuring guest artists is tomorrow afternoon, May 30, from 4.30pm at Tauranga Art Gallery. Tickets cost adults $15, students $10 from Wang Asian Supermarket or Tauranga Art Gallery. Door sales will be available, with proceeds going to Dominic to help him reach his dream. “Attending this prestigious school, living costs in the USA and travelling are very expensive so I’m hoping many people may be interested in sponsoring or supporting my future.” By Merle Foster
Classical cello player Dominic Lee is heading to the US to study for a doctorate in music. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
Tertiary campus agreement a step forward A tertiary campus in the centre of Tauranga is a step closer following the approval of a Heads of Agreement document. The University of Waikato-led campus will be shared with the three other parties in the Bay of Plenty Tertiary Education Partnership: Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, Te Wananga o Awanuiarangi, and Waiariki Institute of Technology. The University of Waikato Council endorsed the agreement
this week between the university, Bay of Plenty Regional Council, Tauranga City Council and Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust. The parties have agreed on the conditions under which regional contributions towards the project – land from Tauranga City Council; $15 million from the Bay of Plenty Regional Council; the $15 million from the Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust – are to be provided.
The formal signing of the agreement will take place in coming weeks, but work begins next week on finalising funding agreements, appointing design and project teams, and appointing representatives to the trust that will oversee the project. It’s expected following the campus’ development, 8000 tertiary students will study in the Bay of Plenty during a 17-year period.
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The world’s a stage
Mount Maunganui College’s performance of ‘Henry V’ during the Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand’s Sheliah Winn Bay of Plenty regional final. Shakespearian students from Tauranga Boys’ College, Mount Maunganui College and Te Wharekua o Mauao will be treading the boards in Wellington this Queen’s Birthday weekend. The three groups are competing at the annual Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand’s National University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival 2015. Festival representative Wayne Flanagan says Tauranga Boys’ College and Mount Maunganui College secured their spots after impressing the assessors at the Bay of Plenty regional final held during March. “The standard was extremely high this year, there was really strong representation from all the schools. One assessor said it was a real shame they had to pick just one winner.” At the final Tauranga Boys’ College will perform a five-minute student-directed scene from ‘Macbeth’ while Mount Maunganui College will present a 15-minute adult-directed scene from
‘Henry V’. Meanwhile, Te Wharekura o Mauao, which competed in the South Auckland region of the final, will also present scenes from ‘Macbeth’ but delivered completely in Te Reo Maori. Also heading along will be Mount Maunganui College student Elekis Problete Teirney, who is a finalist in the SGCNZ/Bernina Shakespeare Costume Design Competition. Tauranga Boys’ College student Adam Herbert also gained direct entry into the week-long SGCNZ National Shakespeare Schools Production for his role as Seyton in ‘Macbeth’. After the week-long production workshop, 24 students will be chosen to form the SGCNZ Young Shakespeare Company 2016. This weekend 49 groups from throughout NZ compete at the national final, which feature two styles of performances – 15-minute adultdirected scenes and five-minute student-directed scenes. By David Tauranga
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Paintings to pull funds for Hospice They’re artists, but they don’t use paintbrushes. Instead, brothers Mike and Richard Ponder use a palette knife. “Because I was self-taught, I didn’t really know how to use a paintbrush,” says Mike. “So I developed my own style with the knife.” It’s how he and younger brother Richard have painted their original fine art for three decades. Richard uses an abstract splatter technique, while Mike can create ‘incredibly delicate’ details as well as thick layers of paint. “It gives us a point of difference with our art,” says Mike. “And it’s that Mike Ponder with his individual style that’s painting ‘Southern Man’ and his brother Richard made it possible for with his painting ‘Ready to Harvest’. Photo by Tracy Hardy. us to be full-time artists and to live off our and I was here [in New Zealand],” says art for all of these years.” They’re bringing their knife-crafted paint- Mike. “We didn’t even know each of us had started when we did, which is a bit weird ings to Tauranga in a pop-up exhibition at really. 50 Devonport Rd from May 28-June 13 “It sort of just happened.” to raise funds for Waipuna Hospice, which Two brothers starting out in their art will receive 15-50 per cent from every sale career – there must have been some sibling made. The brothers began painting 30-odd years rivalry? “There probably was, but no – not really,” ago, unbeknown to each other. says Mike. “Because we were using knifes “He was in Australia when he started
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These boots were made for understanding It was a simple numbers game. One hundred Year 6 Tahatai School pupils in Papamoa walking for two months – and every step taken is counted. Every step. It came to precisely 10,395,264. Not one step fewer or half a pace more because each step was recorded on a pedometer which the 10-year-olds carried in their pocket every minute of the day. “I thought it all sounded a bit strange,” says 10-yearold Daisy Wright. “I thought I can’t do this because it all sounds too challenging.” But she did do it – 9000 steps a day for two months. “They walked their socks off,” says Tahatai School
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Year 6 team leader Craig McDonald. It wasn’t just about numbers – it was also about international relations and understanding, and connecting children and classrooms worldwide. “Before this I didn’t know where Illinois and Chicago were,” says Daisy. Now the children of Tahatai and Greenbriar Elementary School in Northbrooke, Illiniois know exactly where each other live. They are new buddies. The Year 6s joined up for the Walk Our World project from March 1 to May 8, with everyone recording their steps each day and each week. Totals were submitted to international Walk Our World project headquarters in Los Angeles to contribute to a step by small step circumnavigation of the world – connecting youngsters and classrooms all over the globe. After stepping out with their Papamoa Plaza-sponsored pedometers, Tahatai Coast School connects with Greenbriar Elementary via Skype. And 10-year-olds 12,935,000 big steps apart on opposite sides of the world are making friends and learning about each other. But learning what? Well for starters “they have a very strong accent” observed Daisy. “They sounded weird but then they probably thought I sounded weird.” And there are also things called time zones. “We were talking to Northbrooke on a Tuesday morning in Papamoa and it was Monday afternoon there” says Craig. “Our children got an incredible thrill out of meeting children just like them, but in another part of the world.” Seems global understanding and friendships are very important to a 10-year-old.
Keeping our families safe on the roads Alcohol, loss of control, speed, inexperience and inattention. They’re the top five causes of crashes in the Western Bay of Plenty for teens, according to community policing initiative Blue Light Tauranga. Sponsored by Te Aranui Youth Trust, Blue Light Tauranga’s annual preventative education event on June 2-5 aims to educate Year 11 WBOP students of the potential risks of making poor driving decisions. Blue Light Tauranga operations
manager Wendy Nicholls says the aim of the event is to get safe driving messages out to Year 11 students before they develop bad driving habits. “Even if they’re not driving yet, they’re passengers in vehicles with either friends or family and they have the ability to positively influence those drivers.” Wendy says the benefits of the event are to help lower the WBOP road toll and crash statistics. “It’s about keeping our families safe on the road.”
In conjunction with the event, Blue Light is hosting a free Bluelight Safe Driver Expo at Classic Flyers on June 4 for other members of the community. From 6.45pm, inspirational guest speakers including crash victims, a Bay of Plenty District Health Board trauma team and emergency services will share their experiences – some who’ve seen devastating consequences. Wendy thanks Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust for their support in funding the event. By Zoe Hunter
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A Holy celebration of 140 years By the 1870s Archdeacon Alfred Brown, of the Elms, had his hands full. Aiming to bring Christianity to Maori, the elderly man couldn’t also meet the needs of Tauranga’s settlers. “Archdeacon Brown said he couldn’t cope with all the settlers who were starting to demand his pastoral care and the city had to have a Parish church,” says Holy Trinity’s Reverend Dr Dale Williamson. “So he asked for a Vicar to be sent.” And so Tauranga’s Holy Trinity church was born. This weekend the church is celebrating 140 years since its first place of worship was built at 215 Devonport Rd. Holy Trinity’s first vicar – a fiery Irishman called Canon Charles Jordan – arrived in 1873. Canon Jordan also became the Mayor of Tauranga and was “very involved in the community”. Jocelyn Mankelow with her great great grandfather Canon Charles Jordan’s prayer book, given to him in 1900, and Rev Paul Williamson and Rev Dr Dale Williamson. “He reached the whole of the Mount, right up to Te Puna, all of Gate Pa and In the beginning, there weren’t many number of historical events, including the country districts, like Bethlehem and Ohauiti, as by the Red Cross for their work during churches so the Anglican church was well,” says Dale. the community church. And not much World War II. “We’ve also got memoThe first Holy Trinity church was built and consehas changed – apart from a shift away rial plaques here for servicemen who crated– or blessed – in 1875. “This is the 140-year from hosting funerals and weddings. served and died in WWI and WWII.” milestone we’re celebrating,” says Dale. Today Holy Trinity boasts a large But unfortunately the original church “We’re also celebrating this Sunday because it’s Trin- was burnt down in an arson attack in social services work, an early childity Sunday – and we’re Holy Trinity Church.” hood centre, 1999. “There was Since opening the church has been used for a great grief when the runs Christians old building burnt Against Poverty courses, offers down,” says Dale. divorce care, a “But now we Space programme have a 900-seater church – and it’s and a number used equally by the of community facing ministries community and the and pastoral care church.” for elderly, as well History as being a lively Dale says looking church. “It’s a at the church’s 140 pretty busy place,” years of history, says Dale. there’s been times This Sunday a of strong growth special 10am ser– especially in the vice will see people 1960s and 1990s. dress up to mark “And very much, the 14 decades While stocks last. last. While stocks the history of Holy the church has While stocks last. Trinity has been enjoyed. Holy Trinity’s first Vicar Canon intertwined with There will be Charles Jordan was also the history of the readings about Tauranga’s Mayor. city,” says Dale. the church’s work SHOP HOURS By aPPOintment The church has – and Canon Jormt maUnGanUi 4 Lantana Place, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga. had 14 vicars – today Dale and husdan’s great great granddaughter Jocelyn HOURS ByBy aPPOintment SHOP HOURS aPPOintment Ph SHOP 07 575 7806. www.babyonthemove.co.nz mt maUnGanUi Place,MtMtMaunganui, Maunganui, Tauranga. band Paul Williamson share the 14th Mankelow will cut the cake, with a mt maUnGanUi44Lantana Lantana Place, Tauranga. 07 575 7806. www.babyonthemove.co.nz www.babyonthemove.co.nz Ph 07Ph 575 7806. appointment. party to follow.
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Ten classic years in the air Classic Flyers CEO Andrew Gormlie.
It was visionary when it began. And now on its 10th birthday the Classic Flyers Museum is a jewel, a ‘must do’ on any visit to the Bay of Plenty. And it remains visionary.
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toric, commercial and sustainable. We are moving forward when a lot of other museums are struggling or have gone,� says Andrew. The museum has just hosted the ‘From Tauranga to the Trenches’ exhibition. “It was a phenomenal success,� says Andrew “Because 15,000 people went through.� The appeal of Classic Flyers is it’s a working museum, a living museum. Not only does it have a great collection of aircraft and military items, but also hosts air shows. It does have plenty of vehicles, weapons, photographs and other memorabilia. But the object was to create a working flying museum as opposed to static displays. Other airplanes are on display outside the hangars – one is an old NAC DC-3. You can climb aboard but it’s not airworthy. The museum was officially opened on Saturday, May 28, 2005, with an air display and fly-past. Classic Flyers turns 10 this week.
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The museum at the gateway to Tauranga airport was created as a repository for some of New Zealand’s rich and precious aviation history. And you don’t have to be an aficionado to appreciate the workhorse Fletcher top-dresser, the rowdy Harvard Air Force trainer, the CT-4B air trainer, the de Havilland Devons, a Hawker Hunter, a half-scale Focke-Wulf and the ‘piece de resistance’, a full size replica Spitfire MkV. And tonight 150 people with close association to the museum will gather for a beer, a wine and a chat. “We will be discussing where we have been and where we are headed,� says Classic Flyers CEO Andrew Gormlie. It began in 2000 when local businessmen with a passion for aeroplanes and flying decided to renovate an old World War II hangar. That didn’t work, it was unsalvageable; so they opted for a new purpose-built facility. Classic Flyers was born. “It’s hard to find outfits like this – his-
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to address the security threats, challenges and opportunities facing New Zealand during the next 25 years. The Government last updated its defence policy through the Defence White Paper 2010. “This is a blueprint of security for New Zealand and what the Government intends to do about that for the next 25 years,� says Simon. The Tauranga public consultation will be held at Mount Maunganui RSA from 5.30pm on June 5.
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A very sweet decade for Heilala Vanilla New Zealand’s only pure vanilla business – based in the Western Bay of Plenty – is this month celebrating 10 years since its first harvest in Tonga.
Based at Te Puna, Heilala Vanilla has grown into a world-class food business winning over customers with its range of organically grown, bourbon variety pure vanilla products. The company has also won praise from the food industry and chefs alike, and now exports to more than seven countries. Heilala Vanilla was established as an aid project after a cyclone ripped through the Tongan island of Vava’u.
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This led to the founding of Heilala Vanilla and the first harvest of vanilla beans in 2005. Since then, Heilala has built strong supply relationships throughout Tonga. As well as being a huge boost for growers in Tonga, Heilala’s growth and global push is proving to be good news for other vanilla producers. Heilala
recently partnered with a new group of vanilla growers in Madagascar. This additional supply of vanilla beans has been selected as they match the flavour profile of the Tongan beans and will only be used when required in the manufactured product range. Heilala is also aiming to get the vanilla industry in the Cook Islands off the ground by assisting and advising growers there.
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Vanilla growing is still in its early stages but Heilala hopes to include the Cook Islands in the future supply chain. “By having continuity of supply, we can secure more customers, and more importantly, ensure long term financial security for our growers,” says company co-founder and CEO, Jennifer Boggiss. “We have seen firsthand the difference supporting growers can make to communities. “Our priority, remains with building the Tongan vanilla industry and supporting the communities of Tonga through various initiatives, including the Heilala Vanilla Foundation.” Jennifer says Heilala will continue to build on the company’s successes in Tonga and has a number of new and exciting long term develSofaia Latu and Heilala Vanilla co-founder and opments in the pipeline. CEO Jennifer Boggiss. Among them is work-
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A recent explosion in foodie culture has created hot demand for natural, premium food products like Heilala Vanilla. “Consumers not only want to buy high-quality products, they also want to know where it comes from, how it was grown and how it benefits others,” says Jennifer. “Heilala is not just about selling prod-
ucts – it’s about providing an income, a sense of pride and opportunities to small communities that may otherwise miss out.” Most recently, Heilala partnered with the Tonga National Youth Congress, with support from Oxfam NZ, to produce an extra virgin coconut oil.
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“Producing an extra virgin coconut oil is a natural extension of the Heilala brand. It’s a high-quality product which directly supports Tongan communities,” says Jennifer. From humble beginnings, Heilala’s 100 per cent pure vanilla products and coconut oil are today sold into retail, food service and manufacturing sectors. The last 10 years has seen Heilala reach many milestones, says Jennifer. “Our focus will continue to be getting Heilala into all the best restaurant kitchens around the globe, used in the best food products and be available to home cooks through the best food retailers.”
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Make tomatoes tempting during winter Tomatoes are not the most appealing food during winter – they’re often more commonly used in summer when they’re ripe in the garden. But don’t cast them aside just yet, here’s a take on an American classic – and it’s a tempting alternative for eating the redfleshed fruit during colder months. If you can, make this soup with Roma tomatoes from a farmers’ market but store-bought alternatives will work fine too. Served with flatbread or thin slices of toasted ciabatta, it makes for a soothing lunch on a cold day or warming meal for chilly night. This recipe comes from ‘The Dash Diet for Beginners’ which is out now. The book is available from www. exislepublishing.co.nz and wherever good books are sold. RRP is $16.99. Homemade Tomato Soup Serves 6 Per Serving: Calories 115, Sodium 190mg Ingredients 2.7kg Roma tomatoes, quartered
2 cans low-sodium, fat-free chicken broth 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced ½ cup chopped basil leaves 170g nonfat plain Greek yogurt Whole basil leaves, for garnish Freshly ground pepper Method Put the tomatoes, chicken broth, celery, and basil in a large pot and cook over medium-high heat for at least 30 minutes, or until all the tomatoes lose their shape and become soft. Remove the pan from the heat and let the soup cool slightly. Transfer the soup to blender or food processor in two batches or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth and velvety. Return the soup to the pot, if needed, and reheat over mediumlow heat. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a generous spoonful of yogurt and a few basil leaves. Season with pepper. The soup can also be chilled and served cold.
Treating diabetes with the right food and drink This week we meet Allan Hedge, an avocado consultant and contractor who has overcome a serious case of type 2 diabetes by committing himself to a number of diet changes. Last year Allan had no energy, felt listless and groggy and ended up in hospital with complications arising from dangerously high blood sugar levels. He was stabilised in hospital and ended up taking metformin and injecting insulin twice a day to keep his diabetes under control. Allan has a needle phobia and decided injecting and taking drugs for the rest of his life was not for him. So he began investigating other possible methods. His research led him to believe he could cure the problem by simply eating and drinking the right combinations of food. He dramatically cut down his simple
carbohydrate consumption and started to eat more protein and fat. His new regime included eggs, bacon, kumara, capsicum, nuts, meat, fish, avocado, cheese, lettuce, oils and yoghurt. So, no bread, rice, pasta or potatoes, although he admits to being partial to the odd pizza. He was flying in the face of all the medical advice he’d been given, and also told his GP he would go off statins. His doctor respected his patient’s wishes and has been quite surprised at Allan’s results. He’s shed 25kg, his average blood-sugar readings – or HbA1c levels – has dropped from a massive 113 down to a healthy 36, and his cholesterol levels are down 25 per cent. Apart from slightly high blood-pressure, Allan is fit and well and a brilliant example of someone who has taken responsibility for his own health and absolutely committed to these lifestyle changes. His wife Sue told me about his efforts, and she’s familiar with Eat For Keeps concepts. We cannot claim any credit for Allan’s recovery, although he admits to getting a couple of EFK’s tips off Sue. What I can say is we routinely tackled this type of situation in the same way. Treating type 2 diabetes with the right food and drink and regular physical activity is very effective. Email leigh@eatforkeeps.com or call 027 294 1980.
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Dishing up seriously good food and fun The annual Seriously Good Food Show is returning to Tauranga next month, with hundreds of flavours to ‘taste and try before you buy’.
available to everyone who attends the show at no extra charge.” MC’d by international chef and author Peter Blakeway, the Tri-Theatre will host some of the city’s top chefs side-by-side and face-to-face, so visitors can get to see the individual choices the chefs make to More than 130 exhibitors and displays will showaccompany the protein foundation for each dish. case hundreds of yummy products at The Seriously At the conclusion of each session, selected audiGood Food Show at ASB Arena, Baypark, on June ence members will be invited to taste their creations 20-21. and give their thoughts to the Organiser Dana Martin says assembled dish. the show is a popular event on “At each side of the Tri-Theathe local calendar, with almost tre main stage will be the Taste 9000 people taking the time Stage and the Beverage Stage, to check out the huge array giving you an opportunity to of foods and refreshments on learn in detail directly from the display last year. wine makers and food produc“As a show visitor you’ll not ers – and better yet, to taste, only get the chance to taste sample and comment on their your way around the event – offerings.” but also get the opportunity Visitors to this year’s Serito see some of the region’s top ously Good Food Show can restaurant chefs live in action, The 2014 food show attracted nearly 9000. also be in to win a trip to in the fabulous new 300 seat the well-known and highly Tri-Theatre.” respected Vin Alto Winery in Clevedon for the Dana says the Tri-Theatre with its three stages – the winner and seven friends. main stage, the taste stage and the beverage stage – is Show hours are 10am-5pm daily, with all-day one of the highlights of the show and is a must-see ticket prices costing $12, with a special $10 price for the afternoon session from 1pm-5pm each day. this year. “Unlike other food shows, the Tri-Theatre is
Buying veges in season does pay off Statistics New Zealand says it makes financial as well as environmental sense to buy seasonal produce according to new analysis. Price information from 2012 to 2014 shows while bananas cost about the same year-round, you’ll be paying about half the price for strawberries in January than in July – so $3.75 for a 250g punnet compared with $7.36 in the colder month.
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Courgettes are cheapest in February when they’re likely to set you back under $5 a kilo, but buy them in September and you may pay $12 a kilo more. Capsicums are also almost twice the price in August compared with their lowest price in December or March.
Prices manager Chris Pike says it shows the value of knowing when to buy. “Although you can get them all year round, the capsicums and courgettes you’re buying from late spring through to autumn are more likely to be grown locally, and that means they’ll cost less.
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“Back when all fruit and veges were locally grown outdoors, people probably had a better idea of the growing and picking seasons. “Now many of us are accustomed to being able to buy whatever we like all year around –even if we have to pay for the privilege.” Fresh tomatoes are cheaper from
December-March when the price goes well under $4 per kilogram. However, tinned tomatoes are worth a look between June and October, when fresh ones cost two or three times as much as in summer. This period is when you see a limited supply of fresh tomatoes, but the average price for a 400g can of tomatoes is about $1.30.
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And where do Kiwis spend their fruit and vegetable dollars? Bananas with $7.20 and apples with $5.30 are the top-two fruit-bowl staples bought by households each month. In the vege compartments, our top two are potatoes at $6 and tomatoes at $5.90.
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Twenty-nine years and still jogging... The pedometer may have ticked a touch over 588km, wearing out countless pairs of shoes out in the process, but the one mainstay in the Mount Joggers & Walkers Club annual half marathon is the club itself.
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Mount Joggers & Walkers Club members Jo Travers, Brenda Poutawera, and Chloe Apaapa loosen up ahead of Sunday’s 29th edition of the Mount Joggers Half Marathon. Photo by Tracy Hardy. This Sunday marks the 29th edition of the club’s signature 21km event featuring a stunning backdrop of Mount Maunganui and Main Beach. Joined by a 10km, 5km and Kids ‘K’ beach sprint, more than 1200 athletes have already entered in what are great numbers, according to Mount Joggers & Walkers Club president Bec Muir. “The half is looking like the most popular, where in previous years it’s been very even between the half and 10km. “A half marathon is not a normal distance for any average runner. It’s out of their comfort zone so it shows they are pushing themselves, which is great to see.” Starting at Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service,
competitors head along Marine Parade before turning round just before the intersection with Oceanbeach Rd, heading back to complete a scenic lap of Mauao. They must complete this course twice. The 10km follows the same course, turning around between Hart and Clyde streets, while the 5km goes just past Pacific Ave. The Kids ‘K’ is a 1km beach sprint from Mount Surf Club to Leisure Island and back. And while events and clubs have been and gone, or have had to sell in the last 29-years, it’s the Mount Joggers’ pride and passion to hold on to the local event that makes it extra special, says Bec. Something she partially attributes to the iconic landmark that is Mauao and a largely flat track – highlighted by the abundance of “out of towners” registering for the event. “I think that’s what surprises the most this year. There are a lot of Aucklanders and Waikato people coming for the weekend. “I guess the fact it’s Queen’s Birthday is the main thing, but it’s cool people are travelling for our event. “These days there are so many events on so that fact they have chosen to travel for our one is really awesome.” The half marathon starts at 8am, the 10km at 9am, the 5km at 10am, and the Kids ‘K’ at 11.30am. Late entries can still be made at Mount Surf Club from 12.30am-4pm on Saturday or from 7am Sunday morning. By Luke Balvert
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Judo’s fighting spirit Poised with a carefully balanced mix of physical and mental strategy, fighters will clash at this weekend’s 2015 Waikato/BOP Area Judo Association ‘Open’ Championships. Once again Aquinas College’s Action Centre becomes the hub of the country’s top fighters with the annual championship seeing at least 300 entries across both junior and senior divisions. Hosted by the Waikato/ BOP Area Judo Association
the championships also coincides with Judo New Zealand’s second squad training camp of 2015. Judo is a modern martial art, combat and Olympic sport created in Japan in 1882. “It would probably be stronger than the national championships just because it’s an open championships, so we have people from other countries competing as well,” says Tauranga Judo Club head coach Kevin Kavanagh. “With the national camp held here at the same time all the best fighters in the country will be here. There will probably well over 100 juniors and there will be at least 200 seniors.” Among big names to grace to floor will be Tauranga’s Chanel Kavanagh,
Judo fighters put their skills to the test at the 2014 Waikato/BOP Area Judo Association ‘Open’ Championships. Photo by Cameron Avery.
a 2014 Commonwealth Games competitor, and 1990 Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Wayne Watson. Kevin says the Tauranga club will be well represented, led by a strong junior contingent eager to put their training to the test. The open tournament is a chance for fighters to not only test themselves against opponents from outside the region but also improve their rankings in the sport. Each fighter will compete in at least three bouts in order to progress to the finals in their respective divisions. Age groups include Junior, from seven-11, Senior, from11-15, Cadets aged 15-18, Junior Men and Women, both 18-21, and then Senior and Masters. Event organiser Graeme Fair says the championships continue to attract some of the highest ranking judo fighters in New Zealand, from as far away as the South Island. The championships runs 9.30am-5pm tomorrow and Sunday. The first day sees the Cadet and Senior divisions compete with the Junior and Master divisions on Sunday. Entry is free.
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Cards to care for CanTeen work The after-effects of cancer treatment have left one young designer with lifelong sight impairment – but that’s not standing in the way of her design dreams.
receive,” says Lauren. As an after-effect of her cancer treatment, Lauren’s vision is impacted by light sensitivity which means she must wear sunglasses permanently. She says this potential barrier to her design passion is a challenge CanTeen has helped her overcome. “CanTeen has been a huge support in my journey, helping me to defeat newfound obstacles, understand my emotions and grow from this experience. “Being chosen as a designer for the
Lauren Wepa was diagnosed with cancer two years ago and is joining other designers in making CanTeen’s 2015 greeting cards. “We wanted to create a set of cards which would suit any occasion and which anyone would be excited to
2015 greeting cards is a huge honour and I’m so happy to be able to help CanTeen fundraise to continue supporting Kiwis like me.” Every year CanTeen members create a set of greeting cards to fundraise for the organisation that supports young New Zealanders living with cancer. The CanTeen greeting cards are available to purchase from canteen. org.nz/shop for $16, with all funds going towards the continued support of young people living with cancer. CanTeen is the only New Zealand
organisation dedicated to assisting cancer patients, and their brothers and sisters, during the teen and adolescent years. With no government funding, CanTeen relies entirely on fundraising activities and donations to continue their service. CanTeen helps New Zealanders aged 13-24 with services like counselling and individual assistance as well as peer support programmes, leadership training and selfdevelopment workshops to thrive in life after cancer.
Lauren Wepa in action making greetings cards to benefit CanTeen.
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a wide range of community groups and Half a dozen more oak trees have charities across the region. Donations been added to the Acorn Foundation to Acorn are pooled and invested, and Oak Grove at Tauranga’s Cambridge it’s the investment income that’s used to Park, which honours Acorn Foundation make distributions each year in accorddonors who have passed away during ance with the donors’ wishes. the last two years. The capital is preserved, so the investAcorn Foundation operations manager ment pool will just keep growing, says Margot McCool says the grove, which Margot. was established two years ago, is a living To find out more, go to memorial to those generous people who www.acornfoundation.org.nz, have chosen to support the local comor call 07 579 9839. munity through the foundation. “We think this is a lovely way to not only have a living memorial to our donors, but also to provide a beautiful haven for the enjoyment of the whole region.” Margot says this month has also been an important time for the foundation in identifying charities and organisations to support this year. “We have been calling for 2015 funding applications, and it’s very noticeable how much need there is in our region for support for the charities and community groups that apply to us. “We would love more people to join us as donors – either by donating now, or in their wills. “It’s something that everyone can do, because giving in your will costs you nothing.” Funding applications close May 31. Established 12 years ago, the Acorn Acorn donors Phil and Norma Simpson plant a tree at the Acorn Foundation Foundation has already distributed Oak Grove. more than $2.4million in grants to
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Choice Hotels is hoping to raise $15,000 for Cystic Fibrosis NZ by donating $2 from every night stayed at any of their accommodation facilities nationwide from May 25-31. With more than 35 establishments across New Zealand, including the local Comfort Inn Academy hotel in Tauranga, Choice Hotel hopes to raise the money through its Make Cystic Fibrosis Invincible initiative. Choice Hotels’ chief executive officer
Trent Fraser is “thrilled” to be involved in the fundraising efforts for a second year. Cystic Fibrosis NZ chief executive officer Belinda Burnett says the money raised will go directly towards the organisation’s hard-working fieldworkers. Cystic fibrosis is the most common life-threatening genetic disorder affecting Kiwi children. The condition affects several organs, especially the lungs and pancreas, by clogging them with mucus.
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Growing confidence after hair loss Shorter waits for operations “Baldness is no longer a boys-only club.” These are the words of SRS Hair Clinic’s Claudia Sidhu, who says New Zealand women now make up more than 50 per cent of their clients.
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SRS Hair Clinic provides professional advice and the best available solution for hair loss and hair restoration. Their team of hair and scalp experts understand losing hair can be a traumatic and confronting experience. That’s why the Auckland-based company is coming to Tauranga in three separate consultations on June 16, July 14 and August 11 to help residents suffering from hair loss. SRS Hair Clinic’s Claudia Sidhu says for years the industry has said one in six NZ women show signs of hair loss by age 50 – but this information is outdated. “We believe the figure is nearer to one in three by age 30 – and that stress is a major factor for this increase. “Because Kiwi women feel pressured to do it all these days, and at a younger age, the stress is contributing to advanced hair loss.” Claudia says one of the leading causes of hair loss is a hormone called dihydrotestosterone – or DHT – which binds to the hair follicle and inhibits nutrients from reaching the hair. “Stress greatly increases production of DHT and is a major factor in hair loss.” For more information on SRS Hair Clinic’s services, contact 0800 348 616 or visit www.srshairclinic.co.nz By Zoe Hunter
Consider your heart and your health The American Heart Association has developed a great campaign to raise awareness of heart disease in women. I recommend you take a look at the YouTube clip ‘Go Red For Women presents: ‘Just a Little Heart Attack’ – especially if you’re a woman who might ask the question: ‘Do I look like the kind of person who has a heart attack?’ Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in New Zealand. A recent survey funded by the Heart Foundation shows most people don’t know this – and instead identify breast cancer as the leading cause of death. Women are four times as likely to die of heart disease as they are from breast cancer, with an average of seven
women who die each day. Yes, these are New Zealand numbers! Men have traditionally been the target of advertising to promote the awareness of heart disease and healthy lifestyles for preventing such things as heart attack and stroke. Therefore, women have been given the impression it’s a man’s disease. Women are a generally proactive and health conscious lot, so I encourage my female counterparts to consider their heart when thinking about their health. Hopefully, most women are very good at doing regular breast health checks on themselves and getting mammograms once aged 45 – and I encourage you to consider at these times that underneath your left breast
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Bay patients are experiencing shorter waits for operations as the Bay of Plenty District Health Board continues to exceed its contracted elective surgery volumes. In the first three quarters of the 2014/2015 financial year, the BOPDHB performed 7123 operations – that’s 738 more than it was contracted for during that time. “We again performed more than our contracted volumes of elective
surgery in the January-March quarter, which has enabled us to reduce the amount of time people wait for their operations,” says BOPDHB chief operating officer Pete Chandler. The news comes as the Ministry of Health released its national health target results for the nation’s 20 DHBs for the January-March 2015 reporting period. Each DHB is measured against six targets. By Letitia Atkinson
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However, the natural aging process and environmental influences can cause this protective barrier to break down, allowing the skin to lose moisture and become dry. The good news here is vitamin E plays an important role in maintaining the barrier function. Vitamin E appears to enhance the penetration and resorption of skin lipids. Topically applied, vitamin E is an excellent moisturiser which helps keep the skin healthy and soft. This valuable nutrient locks moisture into the skin and prevents dehydration. Scientific studies have also recently discovered its effects as a tyrosinase inhibitor. This means the dark spots that appear on our skin with age as part of sun damage, vitamin E slows down the production of this melanin formation. Vitamin E penetrates more deeply than other inhibitors and is safer than others. Cosmetics and moisturisers containing antioxidants, such as vitamin E, and vitamin C, can counteract damage to cell membranes, DNA, and skin proteins due to oxidation caused by sunlight. These materials don’t work like sunscreens, but they help minimise the damaging reactions in the skin, especially when used in conjunction with sunscreens. So get cracking with applying vitamin E to the skin morning or night. You can apply it with other topical preparations you have – you shouldn’t be without it! For further information contact the Skin Centre on 0800 Skin Centre (754 623). By Leanne Cashmore, New Zealand Registered Nurse
Pulsating magnetic fields to fix discomfort How would you like to live without pain or discomfort? Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy can help provide better outcomes involving wound healing, tissue degeneration, pain, swelling, spasm, inflammation, mood, strength and mobility. Bay of Plenty residents can now see how PEMF can benefit them, with appointments now available at Bethlehem Health and Tea Shop. PEMF delivers a very short duration, high intensity electromagnetic pulse combined with multiple frequencies, which pen-
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etrates completely through joints and muscles in as little as three to 20 minutes. Shop owner Jude Randell says pulsating magnetic fields can dramatically influence ion exchange at the cellular level and increase oxygen utilisation of diseased or damaged tissues. “Such effects on cellular dynamics allow cells to create energy necessary for function and repair. Additional beneficial effects involve detoxification, pH, absorption, and circulation.” Pulsed Electromagnetic Frequency Technology uses an outside generating source to provide the magnetic field to cause our cells to expand and contract. This allows the cells to circulate better, moving lymph fluid,
blood-oxygen through cells, and help cells to detoxify. The magnetic field may help the cells to recharge themselves. Jude says PEMF can be used for electrotherapeutics, pain reduction, plant growth stimulation and seed germination – or as a water treatment device. “It may improve circulation, not by increasing heartbeat or blood pressure, but by opening and dilating the arteries and capillaries. “This also reduces oedema – known as swelling –regenerates damaged and diseased tissue, and repairs torn tendons and fractured bones.” PEMF appointments can be made at Bethlehem Health and Tea Shop on State Highway 2, Bethlehem.
Marauding cancer crusaders It’s a difficult message to pitch – men’s health and bowel health. However, Waikato University Communications students calling themselves the Cancer Crusaders are giving it a shot. They will be taking a massive six-metre long walk through model colon to Papamoa Plaza next Saturday, June 6, to raise awareness about colon cancer. Saturday falls in both Bowel Cancer Awareness and Men’s Health Week. “This is a great chance for us to look at men’s health,” says Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society health promotion manager Melanie Desmarais. “The model colon will turn heads and a shopping mall delivers a broad range of people to talk about men, their health – and in particular bowel health.” As well as the giant colon, the event will feature an educational quiz designed to increase visitors’ knowledge about the signs and symptoms of cancer.
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Katikati’s remarkable St John effort Katikati is only $7000 away from raising $311,000 for its new St John ambulance station, with the community already committing a whopping $254,205.39 to the project within 12 months.
St John 365 fundraising committee chairman Bruce Robinson says the result is remarkable. “We are now less than $7000 short of our target of $311,000 – and for a small community this is amazing.” The total $811,000 of fundraising needed for the building received an early boost with a $500,000 bequest from an anonymous Katikati donor. The rest has come from more than 220 local individuals, families, businesses, clubs and organisation who have made donations ranging from $20 to $6000. Bruce says more than $17,000 has also been raised by the St John 365 Buy a Brick campaign spearheaded by Sue Couper, Kirsty Warden and Inez Cooper, which has seen local clubs and individuals hold everything from raffles to cake stalls to card evenings to raise the money. Other significant donations have been
$30,000 from a local family who wish to remain anonymous, and $28,000 from Richard and Sabrina O’Brien who hosted last October’s Halloween Hoe Down event in aid of the project. “The support for St John the Katikati community has shown is fantastic,” says Bruce. With the funding goal now well in sight, the St John 365 committee has decided to wind back fundraising but will continue to welcome donations. “Any additional funds over our target will be used to help equip the new station.” Plans for the new building are with Western Bay of Plenty District Council and tenders should be called soon for its construction. Land adjacent to the new Katikati Fire Station in Sheffield St has been purchased by St John for the new station, which will serve a catchment from Waihi Beach to Omokoroa, with a total population of about 20,000. The project was born out of the town’s existing station in Beach Rd being too small for two ambulances and four full-time ambulance officers, supported by volunteers. Overnight accommodation for officers on call is no longer adequate, nor are the office, kitchen and training facilities. The new building will be futureproofed and sustainable with water storage, solar and generator power so in an emer-
The Katikati community has raised $254,205.39 within 12 months for its new St John ambulance station, which will be built on Sheffield St.
“Forgiveness wipes the slate clean, so that other things can come in.” – LOUISE HAY When you choose not to forgive, you may be the one who pays most dearly. By holding back forgiveness you allow bitterness and resentment to enter in and poison everything – your health, your environment, your life.
If you expect the rain to come even while the sun is shining you will live as if it is raining. And when you do forgive, the one you help the most is actually yourself. You might think it’s unfair the other person receives forgiveness when you’re hurting and they don’t appear to be paying for the pain they’ve caused.
However, by embracing forgiveness you also embrace peace, hope and a general feeling of release. In some instances it can even lead to feelings of understanding and compassion for the one who hurt you. Will knowing you are being kind to yourself help you to extend forgiveness to another? If you’d like to know more about coaching, phone Mary Parkeron 07 577 1200, or visit www.coachingtheattitude.co.nz
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Reverend Brendan Gibbs and Parish secretary Nannette Amos show what’s for sale at Katikati St Peter’s Anglican Church’s Winter Warmer sale on May 30.
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winter on its way – the church’s annual Winter Warmer Sale is written in the calendar. On May 30, the church on Carisbrooke St will be chock-full of winter warmers for sale from as little as $1. “We sell things off at next to nothing because that’s what it all about really,” says Nannette. “We have bedware and linen, including electric blankets, duvets and flannelette sheets – as well as ladies and men’s coats, general winter pants and skivvies, hats, gloves and mittens. “We also have heaters and trailer loads of wood.” And it’s all been donated by people in the community. “We work towards the sale all year really,” says Nannette. “We’ll keep doing it in the future too because we seem to be a filling a need that is out there, especially with those workers in the packhouses.” The Winter Warmer Sale at St Peter’s Anglican Church in Katikati on May 30 starts at 8.30am and will run until midday or until all items are sold. By Zoe Hunter
Get out of hot water with your energy bills
The first winter energy bill can come as a shock, but there are ways you can avoid running up big bills, according to EECA Energywise.
“It’s important not to scrimp on heating because living in a cold, damp house can cause respiratory and other illnesses,” says Energywise Technical Adviser Christian Hoerning. But he says many households can save on their hot water bills without compromising comfort. “Turn the shower on to a comfortable hot temperature. If the shower fills a 10 litre bucket in less than a minute, it’s wasting water, energy, and money.” You can replace your shower head for one with a more efficient flow rate, or install an inexpensive shower flow restrictor to your existing shower,” says Christian. You can also save money by taking shorter showers and washing clothes in cold water. Shopping around for an energy supplier which best meets your needs is another way you can greatly reduce your energy costs. For more information visit www.whatsmynumber.org.nz
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Why don’t teenagers understand that heat is not free? There is a cost. I have a son who’s extremely canny with his own money. He even keeps a note when he loans his sister cash and he doesn’t hesitate to call in those debts when she gives him grief. This is the same pennywise teenager who could be held single-handedly accountable for the depletion of our offshore natural gas reserves. He comes in out of the cold, throws the gas heater on full tilt and drapes himself over it until he’s done to a crisp; it hurts to breath and we are ankle-deep in condensation. He could have worn his fleecy-lined $180 school windcheater. The one I bought him to keep warm. That’s permanently assigned to the back of his closet because it’s ‘uncool’. But natural gas heating is ‘very cool’, very convenient, very effective and very cheap because he isn’t paying for it. I tell him to go put a jumper on. Jumpers are for keeping warm and they don’t cost anything to run. You want to see the indignation. “What’s the point of having a heater if you don’t use it? What are heaters for?” Flawless logic. Well, excuse my common sense son, but aren’t they to take the edge off the cold, to maintain a comfortable, liveable ambient temperature. They are not for thawing lazy teenagers. And just when you think you’ve got through to him, that a point has been made and absorbed, the teenage son disconnects from the Rinnai and wanders off. It remains on high, belting out the heat, gobbling gigajoules – everyone is in a lather and I’m paying. Aaahhhh!!!! And the showers get commensurately longer as the weather gets colder. My son uses the shower as a seasonal comforter – to stay warmer longer when it gets colder. This has nothing to do with personal hygiene. His bedroom is a biological menace – it’s been quarantined.
He listens to music in the shower. And I’m listening to hot water and money – my money –disappearing down the drain. Reading and understanding energy invoices should be compulsory in all high schools. You’ve got me started. This is the same son that scoffs a 330ml can of baked beans before he has his dinner. My shout, son! And he’s the same son who used to cost me a $3.50 per Happy meal but now orders the $18 big breakfast. Throw an extra couple of eggs on that please. And can you turn the heater up please? Sometimes he’s difficult to love. By Jim Bunny
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It’s been another stellar year for Bay City Mitsubishi, which has once again won big at the annual Mitsubishi Diamond Dealer Awards earlier this month.
come up tops is something we’re very proud of. “Excellence in customer service is the award I’m most particularly proud of as Mitsubishi surveys the customers and what they’ve said about the dealership.” After two years of successive wins, the goal now for the team is making it three years in a row. This year Bay City Aaron says to reach that Mitsubishi won the presgoal it’ll be a case of not tigious Diamond Dealer reinventing the wheel but Award along with the keeping with their winning coveted awards for Excelstatus quo. lence In Customer Service “One of the key factors is and Top Market Share for the staff, you can’t do it on another consecutive year – your own and without great again – after winning the staff like the people we have same three awards here it just wouldn’t happen. last year. “So we’ll just keep doing Bay City owners Angela what we’re doing and strive and Aaron Chatfield say to do the same in 2016.” both them and the team Mitsubishi executive are absolutely stoked by director Warren Brown their haul of awards, with Bay City Mitsubishi dealership owners says the entire dealer netthe annual black tie event Angela and Aaron Chatfield at the Mitsubishi work has brought about an recognising Mitsubishi’s Diamond Dealer Awards this month. unprecedented 64 months of seven top-performing sales continuous year-on-year growth. and service dealerships in its 50-plus strong network. “In 2014 alone, while our competitors together “Even though it’s a busy market, it’s not an easy market,” says Aaron. “It’s very competitive, so to have grew 10 per cent, double that number of new vehicle By David Tauranga buyers chose Mitsubishi.” achieved the awards for a second year in a row and
Toyota Hilux for every niche There will be a Hilux for every niche of the Ute market when Toyota releases its all-new eighth generation model at the end of this year. A total of 21 models in the Hilux range will be available, nine of them new, including five 2WD variants with the ground clearance of a 4WD. Hilux will be available in four grades, S and SR, aimed at fleet, company and business users. The higher specification SR5 and SR5 Limited offer car and
SUV like equipment features. Fifteen of the models will be powered by a new 2.8 litre diesel engine with 130kW. The three S grade 2WD models have a slightly detuned 126kW version. The other three will continue with the four litre V6 petrol engine. Full technical details and equipment specification together with pricing will be announced at the time of the launch.
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BMW and the ‘coolest kids in the playground’ Watching children living with mobility issues race around the carpark with a big ol’ smile on their face is one of the nicest aspects of Edward Finn’s job. The BMW New Zealand communications manager joined members of the
GoBabyGo charity for a special handover ceremony of two electric cars at Coombes Johnston BMW in Tauranga recently. GoBabyGo donates the electric cars to children living with conditions, such as cerebral palsy, to help stimulate motor skills, foster socialisation, while also providing independence and confidence.
“To make a small difference to a child’s life is really humbling,” says Edward. “And mate, let’s face it – they’re going to be the coolest kids in the playground now.” BMW has supplied a total of 30 electric cars based on BMW’s X6 and Z4 models to GoBabyGo. Each car is modified to individual children and cost about $1500 each. To date a total of 10 out of 30 cars have been presented to children with mobility issues nationwide, with handover ceremonies taking place at local dealerships. Coombes Johnston BMW Tauranga principal dealer Paul Green says the dealership team had been eagerly anticipating the handover day. “The presentation of a new BMW to a new owner is always a special
experience, but these two new drivers are of extra significance. “It’s exciting to know that these are the first GoBabyGo vehicles to be placed with children in the Bay of Plenty region – and it’s quite humbling to be a part of the occasion.” Coombes Johnston BMW staff will remain in close contact with the families, as the vehicles can be modified to grow with the children as their size and needs develop. “We’re looking forward to welcoming the children and their families back to the dealership and can’t wait to see how they progress over coming months and years.” By David Tauranga
Welcome Bay fouryear-old Kaleb Carter with his electric car at last week’s handover ceremony.
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Lilliput’s 10th birthday An open door policy, excellent teacher-child ratios and a sense of belonging is what Lilliput Preschool owner Diane Hartridge believes makes the centre feel like a home away from home.
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It’s been a ‘home away from home’ for many Tauranga families since opening in 2005, which means the preschool on 15th Ave is this year celebrating 10 years in the education sector. Staff, parents and children officially celebrated their 10th birthday this week, with party food, games and a birthday cake. Lilliput Preschool offers quality early childhood education for children from three Lilliput Preschool’s two oldest children Holly Savage and Phoenix Robertson, with months old director Diane Hartridge light the candles on the birthday cake. to five years old in a nurturing and caring environment. dren here at the centre at any time. It’s their place as Centre supervisor Michelle Hill says their shared much as it is ours.” vision of open communication has enabled teachers Michelle says quality early childhood education is to form lasting relationships with Lilliput families. crucial, which is why the preschool employs qualified and registered teachers who care for their children. “Parents are welcome to come and visit their chil-
Growing a love for writing Talking, drawing and making marks leads to writing. So why not make it fun? In their early years, children get better and better at expressing their ideas, thoughts, feelings and experiences in all sorts of ways. Talking and drawing are two of these ways but children are also learning they can make symbols – including marks, letters and words – that other people can read. This is the start of writing. Writing and reading are linked. When your child succeeds at one, they can do well at the other too. Writing is something your child will use for the rest of their life. Children often start to make marks and to write before they can read written words. There are lots of ways to encourage early writing.
Keep pens, felts, crayons, pencils and paper handy for your child. Make letters of the alphabet out of anything. For example: stones, blocks, buttons, shells, playdough or bake biscuits in the shape of the letters in your child’s name. Get outside and draw and write with mud or chalk on concrete, stick in sand or snow, or a paintbrush and water on the deck. Make time for your child to draw and write. Try making patterns, drawing shapes and pictures, and writing letters on
steamy mirrors or windows with fingers. Most of all, be interested in what your child draws and writes. Talk about their drawing and writing. Ask them to tell you about what they are doing. Display their work and show that you’re proud of it by sharing it with other family members and friends. At the Village, we provide a wide range of activities that encourage the development of the fine motor skills required for children to develop the co-ordination and control for writing.
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Canine care at its very best When it comes to canine care, the friendly team at The Dog House look after every dog as if it was their own. They do love their dogs!
The experienced team of dog carers are committed to providing fun and safe play and rest areas for dogs. “Our staff are picked for their experience with dogs and their passion for play to make sure all the dogs have fun,” says owner/operator Susan Cochrane.
“All our full-time and part-time staff are trained in Canine First Aid – even though we hope we never have to utilise this knowledge.” When the dogs arrive, they are encouraged to socialise and play toy-free. “With less distractions they tend to get to know one another quicker and form lasting friendships”. The dogs then have ‘toy time’ for a few hours before rest time at midday. “We have a ‘sleep room’ where originally the dogs were going to go to relax, however they settle
really well with us on the couches instead – allowing them to snooze and recharge after the mornings excitement.” Then it’s more play and fun before slow down time prior to pick up. “The Sleep Room is now used for our boarding dogs, who have a more ‘home away from home’ experience with us. Overnight they have individual crates to sleep in but they get to watch some TV with my husband and I before bed! “As all our boarders come in regularly for daycare, they feel very
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comfortable with us and in the premises.” Having a groomer on-site makes it much more convenient for owners to keep their dogs looking smart, especially if they work fulltime. Currently, all dogs booked in for a full groom can stay in daycare for no extra charge on the day of their groom (conditions apply). This means they can be dropped off in the morning and not picked up until after work.
“This means your dog can run around with their friends before and after their groom, making the experience much less stressful for them,” says Susan.
On the move, but not for long When it comes to buying and selling real estate, the friendly team at Eves Papamoa say they’re market leaders in the industry.
the neighbouring surrounds. The Eves office has temporarily located to a new premises at Papamoa Plaza between the Oceanblue Health Club and the Rose and Thistle Tavern, as the shopping
The Eves Papamoa team at their new location at Papamoa Plaza. The tight-knit team pride themselves on having in depth knowledge about Papamoa and
complex undergoes refurbishment. The work is expected to take approximately five months and is
a complete overhaul for the entire shopping mall. Eves Papamoa sales manager Sarah Beaton is excited about the changes. “This plaza-wide redevelopment is a major. It’s really great for the area and the Papamoa community as a whole. “We don’t want people to be put off by the construction though. We warmly welcome people to come and see us at the temporary premises.” To celebrate the refurbishment, Eves Papamoa are running a competition to win a Papamoa Plaza gift pack from June 13-20. They’ll also throw in a free coffee voucher. Just visit the team at their current premise to go in the draw. Sarah says the passionate and driven team at Eves Papamoa has a wealth of experience behind them. “If you’re looking to buy property or are thinking of selling, now is a great time to do so.” Talk to one of their experienced agents today.
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Get freezing for a $2000 reason Papamoa Unlimited is giving locals the ultimate opportunity to get ‘Freezin’ for a Reason’ with the organisation’s Papamoa Polar Plunge this June.
Taking place on the shortest day of the year, the Papamoa Polar Plunge will offer every participant the chance to win $2000 for their chosen nonprofit group. The new event is a twist on the wellknown Polar Plunge Challenge, staged
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at Omanu Beach by Mount Maunganui College, which raises funds for the Leukaemia Foundation. Papamoa Unlimited chairperson Angela Holman says at the Papamoa Polar Plunge winter swimmers will need to fully submerge themselves in the sea to get their name and their chosen group into the draw. “The community has already shown great enthusiasm for the event,” says Angela. “Entries are already piling up in support of various non-profit groups including local schools, sports clubs and community organisations.” Papamoa Unlimited, the retail and businessfocused entity of Papamoa Progressive Association, is organising a number of community events this year – including Pedal Papamoa. This spring bike event will make use of the fantastic stormwater trail and end with a free breakfast for all participants, says Angela. “Papamoa Unlimited is committed to bringing great events to the local community and promoting all that is going on in the area.” The Papamoa Polar Plunge hits the water at the
Papamoa Unlimited event manager Kate Percy takes a test-run of the thrills and chills to be had at Papamoa Polar Plunge on June 21 – the shortest day of the year.
Papamoa Domain on Sunday, June 21, from 11am. For more information and entry details, see the Papamoa Polar Plunge Facebook page. By David Tauranga
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Providing all aspects of fitness under one roof is the key to the success of the Papamoa gym, says Sue. “At Oceanblue, everything is conveniently located under the one roof. Each member has full and unlimited access to all facilities, including the 25m heated lap pool, hot spa, saunas, squash court and 44 group fitness classes per week, plus ongoing personalised fitness programmes – all for the one price. “It’s all about offering value for money and keeping members motivated with an abundance of choice.” The group fitness timetable offers a boot camp, spin cycling, combat, Zumba, pump, yoga, step and aqua-fit classes. All classes are run by a variety of very experienced, passionate freelance instructors. Seven personal trainers are available, who each specialise in different skillsets Oceanblue has everything conveniently ranging from triathlon training, body located under the one roof. building/sculpting, eight and 12-week challenges, Muay Thai/kickboxing, She says the 25m heated pool is a key point of difference to other clubs in the rehabilitation and sports-specific trainarea as it is a private members only pool. ing. “So you can come in and lane swim, “This means members have access to aqua jog or water walk at your pleasure a variety of qualified trainers that can without the crowds that other public help them to meet their specific goals,” facilities have to contend with.” says Sue.
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Much more than great spice It was bitterly cold outside so walking into Great Spice in Papamoa was very inviting with its warm atmosphere and welcoming smile of manager Bipin Panta.
Each dish definitely stands up to the taste-bud test, with spices and flavour overflowing the palate. The beef vindaloo is normally ordered for those who like a good hot curry, but the medium spice doesn’t disappoint for those who can handle the heat but don’t want to sweat too Bipin recommended we much at the dinner table. try the banquet to sample With flavour so intense and a range of dishes. Waiting rich, the dish is highly recomfor our entrees we enjoyed a mended and pairs particularly lovely glass of Lake Chalice well with a yogurt cucumber Sauvignon Blanc, though sauce, called raita. Great Spice Duty Manager Bipin Panta, it’s important to note Great The Great Spice version of with a selection of delicious mains. Spice is also a BYO venue. rogan josh gets my tick of Entrees came out with a approval. The tender lamb melts in your mouth and hiss and a roar, sizzling on a wooden board was a hot the spices in the brown gravy sauce are amazing. plate full to the brim of mouth-watering morsels! The crowd favourite butter chicken was next, and Spoilt for choice, there was onion baji – a personal my dining partner and I both agree this is the finest favourite – tandoori tikka chicken pieces, the most we’ve tried – and we claim this meal winner of the giant samosas I have ever seen and seekh kebab, night! which is minced lamb. Everything was tasty, fresh The flavour was infused into the meat with boneand complimented the condiment sauces. less chicken pieces that have been tenderly cooked in After making a decent dent in the entrees and feelthe tandoor oven. ing very satisfied already, we await our mains in the The chicken pieces were a decent size and the sauce hope we can fit in more food! was gloriously flavoured with tomato and spices and Warm plates come out, which is a nice touch, and mains are placed on the table with rice and the must- wasn’t too creamy. Great Spice has locations in Papamoa and Omanu have – naan bread. and another two on the way – Bureta and Bethlehem Everything smells so good and the spicy aroma fills branches will be coming soon! We reckon there’s no the air. We try a mix of lamb rogan josh, beef vindaBy Cath Jump lack of spice at Great Spice! loo, vegetable korma and butter chicken.
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Papamoa on the move With the opening of the new Tauranga Eastern link from Papamoa to Te Maunga, Papamoa has effectively moved about five minutes closer to the city – a wonder of modern engineering skills? Future additions of the Given Rd flyover, Mangatawa interchange, Papamoa East interchange and four-lane options for Domain and Tara roads, are moving Papamoa closer to jobs and the city, while retaining the essence of our chosen wonderful slice of paradise. A whole host of Government and local councils have realised the growth currently occurring is just the tip of the iceberg. Residential growth in Papamoa East is charging “full steam” ahead
with an expected additional 3000 residents by the end of 2016. Growth projections for all of Papamoa made last year to increase from 22,000 to 35,000 residents by 2020 now look very conservative. Growth in retail to cope with the residential explosion is currently centred on Papamoa Plaza. An ambitious three-year programme to double the retail footprint – from the current 15,000m2 to a whopping 30,000m2 – is deep in the throes of construction. This is much to the delight of new and existing retailers, and a whole host of locals keen to get an early glimpse of the work and plans – see you there. Papamoa Progressive Association is hosting ex-Local Government Commissioner Graeme Horsley to
talk through amalgamation issues experienced elsewhere and the relevance to Papamoa and Tauranga, if any. Graeme will speak at Gordon Spratt Reserve on Monday, June 8, from 7.30pm and he’s set to get the ball rolling with an informative and entertaining “view from the top”. Growing pains and massive leaps – this is why we love being here!
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Come and see ‘Gallipoli’ – an exciting part of the popular ‘From Tauranga to the Trenches’ container exhibition – in Te Puke from 28 May – 15 June. You’ll find it on Jellicoe St, between Te Puke Memorial Hall and Bennetts Proactive, Monday to Friday 9am-4pm and Saturday 9am-12pm. Organised by Te Puke Community Board and Te Puke Library.
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The discovery of significant archaeology on the reserve at Park Road has led to a re-design of the accessway upgrade.
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Council wants to secure a slice of a potential $360 million in government funding targeted at improved internet connectivity around the country. The funding will be split across three areas with $100m to extend rural broadband, between $152m and $210m to extend ultrafast broadband, and $50m to address black spots in the mobile network.
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Work on the project stopped several weeks ago after contractors discovered significant pre-European history. The site was investigated and the results presented to Council this month by staff, Tangata Whenua and Heritage Conservation Specialist Brigid Gallagher. The roadway will now be shortened and the rest of the park
landscaped and grassed. Parking bays and a turning head will also be installed. Council hopes to receive Heritage NZ approval to build a footpath from the end of the road to the lookout point and include seating. A further stage could include interpretation panels explaining the site’s history.
NEW LOOK FIRE STATION UNDERWAY A vibrant new multi-use facility could be gracing Katikati’s main street in three months’ time, with renovation work beginning on the town’s old fire station. Baycom Construction NZ began work this month on the empty building after their tender of $368,000 was successful. Council’s strategic property manager Blaise Williams says the figure is considerably less than first proposed, while allowing for a bright, modern building, with an additional 140sqm on the side. “The street view of the new building will be bright
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No-one should be lonely or alone - just tune into your radio Several Goals within the Age-Friendly City Strategy have action points that relate to social inclusion, social participation, communication and respect – all of these are being achieved through our local Village Radio. Tune in to 1XT or 1368am on your radio any day of the week from 10am-5pm and you will hear music from the 1920s through to 1985, a local news segment, and no advertising breaks. There is no need for anyone to be lonely or to feel alone – Village Radio is there to share wisdom and knowledge, pro-
vide a social connection to all its listeners, and will play your special song requests. Residents of Tauranga can become involved in the operation of the volunteerrun station. Just call into the Village Radio site at the Historic Village in 17th Ave to make inquiries or add your name to the over 200 already registered ‘friends’. The Village Radio Station is something we can be part of or just feel part of – the choice is ours. Yet another way that we can all help make our city truly Age Friendly.
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A battle of the ages King and Queens was the theme of the annual Rest Home Games at ASB Baypark this week.
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Foam noodles, balloons, bean bags, frisbee and ten pin bowling. It sounds like the makings of a child’s birthday party. But this is a party for the 80-pluses. Fifteen teams from throughout the Western Bay of Plenty come together for the annual Rest Home Games at ASB Arena each year. Run by Sport Bay of Plenty, the annual games are all about participation, with competitors rotating between different games of modified sports including, Polybat – a net-less form of table tennis – ten
pin bowling, beanbag throw and noodle hockey. “That’s quite taxing for them but they all enjoy it,” says BOP division therapist support group’s Peter Fraser. He says participants always get excited about the games. “There’s always a different theme every year and they dress accordingly. “It’s a great morning, it really is.” Prizes are awarded for the best dressed, most enthusiastic and overall team winner, who win trophies and bragging rights. Not everyone gets to compete though – “only the fittest,” says Peter. Competitors are picked by activity coordinators who visit the
rest homes to see who can manage the games. And yes, 102-year-old Margaret Almond can. “She’s really right on top,” says Peter. “Absolutely right up there still.” She’s very good at noodle hockey. “It’s lots of fun,” says Margaret. “Just excellent.” Most walk around the games on their walkers – but the competitors enjoy the exercise, says Peter. “Exercise in a resthome is one of the most important things. It really is.” This year’s event took place on Wednesday – and competitors are already excited about 2016’s instalment.
‘Snacking’ on exercise is good for you Does your health or lack of time prevent you from exercising? Tauranga’s Jenny Watson says ‘snacks’ of exercise – even two or three minutes – can make a huge difference.
There are many ways to ‘snack’ on exercise – one way is to use an Aircycle. “It keeps joints and muscles moving while you sit, helps strengthen legs, boost circulation and relieve arthritic pain, swollen ankles and cramps.” Jenny says we spend perhaps four minutes each day, brushing our teeth –
four minutes looking after one small part of our bodies. But what if you could take four minutes every day to look after your entire body? “Simply start snacking a minute here, two minutes there, throughout your day and see what a difference it makes,” says Jenny. “Stand on one leg while waiting for the kettle to boil, sit/stand 20 times, do knee lifts, step ups, jog on the spot or simply vacuum vigorously. When you sit down with a coffee to work at the computer or watch TV, an Aircycle provides a great way to ‘snack’.” Jenny says the Aircycle exercises are so simple users can keep them up, every day, every week, every year A happy customer for the rest of their life. using the Aircycle. “You will never be too old to exercise this way.” For fast results, improved circulation, fewer aches and pains, stronger muscles – Jenny encourages people to ‘snack’ frequently. “Small things can make a big difference.” Aircycles are available from pharmacies, Life Unlimited or on www.aircycle.co.nz for about $35. For more information, see the advertisement featured on this page.
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Amber McCarthy with some of the cardboard coffins.
Affordable funeral options Simply Cremations Funeral Services is an ardent advocate for keeping the funeral process simple and affordable. Their approach is to offer families options that are not only economical, but also eco-friendly. Conventional wooden caskets are veneered, often treated and can make a traditional funeral service costly – and there is also the waste element of cremating such a casket. The team at Simply Cremations offer a service, where a cardboard casket is used
as a liner and this is what is cremated when families hire the ‘outer’ more formal casket for the funeral service. Simply Cremations’ cardboard caskets are made here in Tauranga and families who have opted for this preference for a direct cremation, with no service, or hired an outer casket, say it is exactly what they wanted. “It’s a simple way to honour and facilitate a loved one’s farewell.” The simplistic nature of cardboard offers the opportunity to personalise the casket, including placing pictures and messages as part of saying goodbye to a loved one.
Free retirement living seminar The Commission for Financial Capability, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners, is running a free seminar in Tauranga next month about living in retirement villages. The 90-minute seminar will provide practical tips for intending residents and their families. The seminar will focus on things to consider before choosing to live in a retirement village and practical tips before people sign up to live in a retirement village. Speakers from the commission,
Retirement Village Association and legal profession will discuss types of retirement village structure, costs and operations. The seminar will also explain some important resident’s rights and where you to find more information. There will be plenty of dedicated question and answer time throughout the event. The seminar is on June 30 from 1pm-2.30pm at Trinity Wharf, Tauranga. Entry is free but places are limited and registering attendance is essential. Tea, coffee, and light refreshments will be provided. Visit www.eventfinder.co.nz/2015/ thinking-of-living-in-retirementvillage/tauranga
If you’re 50 or over, take one simple step to help prevent pneumococcal pneumonia. Many people think pneumonia is an illness that only elderly or sick people get in hospital. But that’s not always true. People as young as 50 may be at increased risk. Even if you are healthy and active, your body’s ability to fight infection declines as you age. One dose of Prevenar 13 ® can help prevent pneumococcal pneumonia. Prevenar 13 is an unfunded prescription vaccine for adults for the prevention of pneumococcal pneumonia.
To find out more, visit pfizer.co.nz or medsafe.co.nz. Talk to your doctor to find out if Prevenar 13 is right for you. ®
Prevenar 13 has risks and benefits. PREVENAR 13 (pneumococcal polysaccharide conjugate vaccine, 13 valent-adsorbed) 0.5 mL suspension for injection. PREVENAR 13 is a medicine for the immunisation against disease caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae strains 1, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 7F, 9V, 14, 18C, 19A, 19F and 23F in adults and children aged more than 6 weeks of age. PREVENAR 13 does not provide 100% protection against vaccine strains or protect against non-vaccine strains. PREVENAR 13 is a fully funded prescription medicine for children up to 5 years of age, as part of the National Immunisation Schedule and for children up to 18 years meeting certain high-risk criteria (your doctor will advise if your child meets these criteria). For children not meeting these criteria, and for adults, PREVENAR 13 is an unfunded medicine – a pharmacy charge may apply and a normal doctor’s fee applies. PREVENAR 13 has risks and benefits. Use strictly as directed. If you have side effects, see your doctor, pharmacist or healthcare professional. Consult your doctor to see if PREVENAR 13 is right for you or your child. Contains: 30.8 micrograms of pneumococcal purified capsular polysaccharides. Further information on PREVENAR 13 and the Consumer Medicine Information is available from www.prevenar13.co.nz, www.medsafe.govt.nz or Pfizer New Zealand Limited, Auckland, www.pfizer.co.nz. Ph. 0800 736 363. V10315. Pfizer New Zealand Limited, Level 1, Suite 1.4, Building B, 8 Nugent Street, Grafton, Auckland 1023. ® Registered Trademark. TAPS CH4339. DA1534SW. BCG2-H PRE0277. P10114. 03/2015.
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BUILDING, BUYING & RENOVATING Celebrating 50 years in the building industry brand new home that fits their lifestyle and budget.” Highmark Homes has developed a new range of plans to suit the current market trends, and any plan can be modified. Highmark Homes also caters
for the design and build market. Visit the team at the Papamoa showhome, online at www.highmarkhomes.co.nz or contact Alan Hulme directly to discuss your new home build.
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Highmark Homes has entered its 50th year in the building industry – an achievement managing director Bob Hunt proudly acknowledges has been a challenging but rewarding lifelong career. “We have seen the industry go through the peaks and troughs of many political and financial eras;
this current time is buoyant and exciting.” General manager Ryan Hunt says acquiring affordable land is the company’s main challenge at the moment. “We can help to identify a suitable section and together with our customer we can create the home that suits their lifestyle.” With a new showhome at 12 Kamahi Crescent in Papamoa, sales consultant Alan Hulme is busy keeping up to date with the
latest available land. Alan also has contacts within several finance institutions. Alan says Highmark Homes has the exclusive rent free offer that helps new home buyers achieve their goal of a new build without the struggle of paying both rent and a mortgage for 16 weeks duration of the build. “We have a strong ethos of customer service. We work alongside our customer to remove any barriers to achieving their vision of a
Understand your electricity options and rights The Electricity Authority is reminding consumers to check their electricity options and rights to make sure they are getting the best deal. Electricity Authority chief executive Carl Hansen says New Zealand has a very active market, with many retailers offering a range of competitive deals aimed at different lifestyles. This means it’s vital for consumers to shop around to find the retailer which best meets their needs. “The switching process when changing electricity providers is very simple. The new retailer will handle the entire process for consumers and on average it only takes three to four days,” says Carl. “It is also important for consumers to know their rights – there are lots of different deals available including options that involve pre-pay or fixed-term contracts. “Different options suit different people.”
Carl says a simple and fast way for consumers to check what deals might suit them best is to visit What’s My Number website – a free and independent online tool run by the Electricity Authority and Consumer New Zealand. Carls says electricity is covered by the Consumer Guarantees Act, and consumers have seven days to change their mind once they have switched retailers. If a consumer decides not to go ahead with the switch, they can contact their current provider who will reverse the action for them. If consumers have a complaint, they should contact their supplier as soon as possible. “The majority of issues are solved by doing this. However, if consumers do not get resolution they should then contact the independent Electricity and Gas Complaints Commissioner Scheme,” says Carl. For more information, visit www.ea.govt.nz/consumers/what-are-my-rights-as-an-electricity-consumer/ To check you’re on the best deal with the best provider for your needs, visit www.whatsmynumber.org.nz
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Climbing the property ladder
GOOD LAWYERS FOR GOOD PEOPLE
When you’re trying to get a foot on the property ladder every cent counts. But many first-home buyers may not be aware they could be getting a leg-up of up to $20,000, with the introduction of the KiwiSaver HomeStart grant last month. The KiwiSaver HomeStart grant, from Housing New Zealand, replaces the KiwiSaver First Home Deposit Subsidy, with new criteria that raises the price cap in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty from $350,000 to $450,000. If you’ve been contributing to KiwiSaver for at least three years, and are a first-home buyer looking to buy a property under $450,000, you could receive up to $5000 towards buying an existing house, or $10,000 towards building a new home – that’s up to $20,000 for a couple building their first home. The amount for which you are eligible is determined by how long you have been with KiwiSaver and, as long as you live in the property for at least six months after buying, you do not have to repay the grant.
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While predominantly available to first-home buyers, there are some instances where previous home buyers can also receive a HomeStart grant if they have realisable assets of less than 20 per cent of the regional house price cap. The law also changed on April 1 to allow people to withdraw all of their KiwiSaver funds, excluding the $1000 Government kick-start, to put towards their first home. So, if you’re with KiwiSaver and are wanting to buy your first home, it’s well worth taking a closer look. Sound legal advice is always advisable when buying property – a lawyer can help you assess your eligibility for HomeStart and guide you through the application process.
Buying a big investment Buying a home is a big investment. Whether it’s buying or selling for the first time or not, we want the experience to be positive and rewarding. A lot of potential stress, cost and frustration can be avoided by following the New Zealand Law Society’s few basic steps. First things first, choose a property lawyer. See your lawyer and make sure that whatever you sign is right for you before signing it. Remember, you usually can’t change an agreement after you’ve signed it. Whether you’re buying or selling a property, you’re the one that must be satisfied with the outcome – not the agent, not your family or friends. Ask your lawyer to help you understand the buying and selling
process and different disclosures you’re legally required to make as a seller, or receive as a buyer, of a unit title property – and the consequences or remedies available if they’re not made or made late. Understand the loan documentation and the financial commitment you’re making – and that it fits with your budget. Work out your financial limitations – how much you can borrow, how much you can afford to repay – or if there are other costs of buying or selling a property. Complete any other legal work you might need, including making a will, preparing enduring powers of attorney, setting up a trust, or understanding taxation or property relationship matters. Finally, understand the agent’s role – who they work for, how they’re paid and how you can get best value from them.
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Did you leave the lights on again? A recent survey shines a light on Bay of Plenty residents’ electricity habits. The survey shows 22 per cent of Bay residents are unable to afford to adequately heat their home in winter, while 30 per cent say their home is not insulated properly. The Canstar Blue survey asked participants to rate their electricity provider across six variables: value for money; availability of payment plan options; service; billing; information or advice about using electricity efficiently; and overall satisfaction with the electricity retailer.
According to the survey, excessive energy use is the number one cause of arguments in shared living situations in New Zealand. It shows 15 per cent of people in shared living situations have fought about excessive energy use, with 13 per cent raising their tempers at lights being left on. Head of Canstar Blue Megan Doyle says it might be a fair enough argument, as more than one-quarter of Kiwis can’t afford to heat their
homes adequately in winter. “The further south you go the harder it seems to be to stay warm at home, with 32 per cent of those in Otago stating their houses just aren’t warm enough through the cooler months.” Cost is the major driving factor behind electricity-related behaviour change, with the survey showing nearly half of Kiwis have altered their electricity habits. Of those, 89 per cent have done so in order to reduce the cost of their bill. Women seem to have more difficulties staying warm, with 33 per cent of NZ women more likely than men to have problems heating their homes in the winter. They are also more likely to be living in a poorly insulated house. When it comes down to choosing an electricity retailer, New Zealanders are basing their decision on value for money above
all other factors, says Megan. “The cost of power is definitely a concern, sitting as the number one driver of satisfaction with a power company, followed by billing accuracy and clarity.”
Understand rights when buying at auction When buying and selling at auctions conducted by auctioneers – it’s important consumers, vendors and auctioneers understand their rights and obligations under the Fair Trading Act and Consumer Guarantee Act. The Commerce Commission New Zealand says auctions have always been a popular sales technique used to sell many types of goods and services from small, inexpensive items to cars and houses. Recent changes to the law have tightened the rules around auctions when conducted by auctioneers. So what’s changed? New rules in the Fair Trading Act apply to auctions conducted by auctioneers, where a fee or commission is charged. These rules don’t apply to auctions including those on websites including TradeMe or to charity auctions. The new rules apply to auctions that are conducted by, or on behalf of, anyone who carries on business as an auctioneer; and the property is sold on behalf of a seller who bids for the property are placed with the auctioneer in real time, whether in person, by telephone, via the internet – or by any other means and the property is sold when the auctioneer indicates. A person is carrying on business as an auctioneer if they are in trade and charge a fee or commission or other payment for the sale. The phrase ‘on behalf of a seller’ means the offer of goods or services makes it clear the auctioneer is selling someone else’s property for them, as an agent or similar.
They are not selling their own property. Property is not sold ‘on behalf of ’ someone if the owner of the property sells it directly.
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Working together for Tauranga Harbour A huge amount of work is being done to safeguard Tauranga Harbour. For example, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council has $6.7 million in its budget for its Tauranga Harbour programme next year – including more than $300,000 for monitoring. The budget covers a wide range of activities including catchment management programmes to reduce sediment, pollution prevention, sea lettuce clean-up, mangrove control, support of the work of community groups, council’s maritime activities, and funding to dredge the Opureora channel for the Matakana Ferry. There is also funding to support the cogovernance entity which will be established as a result of the Tauranga Moana treaty settlement. A really good initiative which
foreshadows the co-governance entity is the Te Awanui Tauranga Harbour Advisory Group – a collection of councillors from the regional council, Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council, and iwi representatives who get together periodically to discuss who is doing what around the harbour. For the first time we are seeing the wide range of work being done across the harbour by various entities – and it is very exciting to get this integrated picture. There are lots of linkages and opportunities to work together positively for the benefit of the harbour and its communities The new operating environment may be concerning to some, but it does offer huge potential benefits.
If you have views on this or any other issue, you can email me at neesj@xtra.co.nz or ring me on 07 579 5150.
Has Government forgot the Central Corridor? Leading up to the budget release, during Wednesday’s Question Time, I raised concerns regarding the Tauranga Central Corridor, specifically relating to 15th Ave/ Highway 2A. Namely, whether the Government remembers its promise to create a fourlane highway along 15th Ave by 2015, what the Government is doing to prevent 15th Ave from becoming a local road and how the Government intends to protect the ratepayers from absorbing the costs. The Minister for Transport was emphatic about the Government’s $100 million commitment and then stated that “whether [15th Ave] is a state highway or
a local road…from Government’s perspective is neither here nor there.” However, for all of us living and commuting in Tauranga, the promised relief from the 15th Ave congestion is of great significance and the Government’s apathetic attitude is no reason for them to break their commitment to this plan. Furthermore, Friday’s Budget Release announcing the Government has only allocated $97 million for the entire country’s provincial highways, equating to a mere 30km of state highway throughout the country, makes the expected highway expansion along 15th Ave unaffordable. I fail to see how they plan to fit this
in along with all of the other projects promised.
Are council’s staff numbers out of control? A handful of people made public requests for Tauranga City Council to cut our staff numbers by up to half, believing costs are too high. Staff costs make up 20 per cent of council’s yearly budget, which totals $175 million this year. But let’s not forget, council is in a service industry – this involves people serving residents. The previous council tried to cut staff numbers, but they were not brave enough to reduce service levels. This meant council had to hire contractors and consultants to meet community needs. Any staff savings were false – a zero-sum gain – while it jeopardised our services. I believe it’s cowardly of people, namely former councillors, to make
public requests for council to cut staff numbers without also identifying which services we need to reduce. Services do not run themselves. I welcome the more honest and braver conversation on reducing service levels, which will inherently reduce staff costs. At least this council has been brave enough to engage communities on which services we can decrease. The public report being discussed at council next week shows our staff numbers are in line with Tauranga’s population growth, GDP, and the value of assets we manage – now worth more than $3 billion. The report estimates about 30 FTEs fill responsibilities that have been passed down from Central Government.
But it is councillors, not Members of Parliament, who face the political repercussions of Parliament’s decisions to put costs on council, and therefore, ratepayers.
Feel free to email me your thoughts (matt.cowley@tauranga.govt.nz), call/ text me on 027 6989 548, and follow me at www.facebook. com/a.younger.voice
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Silver fern will signal surrender
I enjoyed Rogers’ Rabbits’ tongue in cheek take on New Zealand’s flag debate and quite see why a transparent one would work very well for all the wrong reasons ! I listened to a military historian on this topic and he made it very clear that the design of a flag is a whole lot more than the popular opinion, the colour, the marketing of the country, modern catchy images, the sports symbols etc. He was also very clear anything that looks like a white feather from a distance - ie Silver Fern speaks volumes of cowardice and surrender. A flag flying a white feather...Mmmm. He explained the need for deep historical values, portrayals of solid beliefs and sacrifice,
greatest and deepest strengths and passion for our country, hope for a future of freedom. When asked to stand up for the flag and all it signifies we may be asked to fight and die for what is represented. I think Dan Maguire’s submission goes a long way towards that – just not white for the ‘fern’. His design would truly mean we have never forgotten those - wherever they are who made it possible for us to be free and live in a place so worth defending on every front, forever. No matter where it flew, people would be stirred, remember them, be so thankful for our freedoms and futures. It’s pictorial impact ‘gets you there’ in an instant. Well that’s what I think. Heather Loughlin, Tauranga City.
Thanks: to Sun Media and reporters Zoe Hunter and
Hunter Wells for closure in finding little Amy a home. Amy was the little girl in the mystery photo found in a Tauranga garden shed this month. No thanks to the other city paper I subscribe to and were offered the story first but showed Michael Wood, Tauranga City. no interest.
The right facts about coeliac A serious autoimmune Thank you for publishing two very worthwhile articles in your newspaper on Sunday: ‘Get tested for coeliac’ and ‘Tips for parents to help their kids’. They were well researched and informative and delivered many of Coeliac New Zealand’s key messages for Coeliac Awareness Week: getting tested for coeliac disease; understanding the importance of a gluten free diet; and the support offered by Coeliac New Zealand. However, it was very disappointing, and quite frankly worrying, to see an advertorial from Bruce Hart alongside these articles, purporting the wonders of gelatine as a cure-all for coeliac disease. We are concerned that the Coeliac New Zealand logo was used as part of this advert and wish to state unequivocally
that we do not support or condone Mr Hart’s claims. Coeliac disease sufferers have an autoimmune response to gluten. The only known cure for the disease is to eat a gluten free diet. People with the disease must be extremely vigilant in removing gluten from their diet and currently there is no cure – it is a life-long disease. Coeliac New Zealand is concerned that some of Sun readers may be at risk, after reading Mr Hart’s claims, in thinking gelatine is a cure and that they can be less vigilant about removing gluten from their diet. This is concerning. Anyone wanting more information, please visit Coeliac New Zealand’s website: www.coeliac.org.nz Pip McKay, Acting President, Coeliac NZ
disorder is what it is
I am writing regarding my concerns with Bruce Hart’s column ‘Coeliac disease in the family’ which appeared in The Weekend Sun, May 22, 2015. The information included in this article was incorrect and misleading to the readers of The Weekend Sun. Coeliac disease is not a leaky gut as stated by Mr Hart. It is in fact a serious autoimmune disorder caused by an intolerance to gluten. In response to this the body produces antibodies which damage the lining of the small bowel making it impossible for the body to absorb nutrients. It does not as stated by Mr Hart ‘allow large undigested food molecules and stuff like yeast and toxins to flow into the blood stream’. To quote a study done in 1924 does not help his argument with his perceived management of coeliac disease. Whatever research was around in 1924 has well and truly been superseded by more up to date research, and none presently support the use of gelatin in the management of coeliac disease. The treatment of coeliac disease is a life-long diet of strictly avoiding gluten, for a few some other diet restrictions may be needed if they have irritable bowel layered on top of this. Coeliac disease is a serious condition that without the correct dietary management can lead to serious health complications. Fiona Boyle, NZ Registered dietitian.
To read more of this week’s Letters to the Editor, visit SunLive.co.nz
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E N T E R T A I N M E N T G U I D E The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay.
Saturday 30 May
Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s meet-
ing at St Andrews, Dee St 10-11am, children welcome. 0800 229 6757 Bayfair Night Market Arts, crafts, jewellery, fresh produce, food stalls & more. Bayfair Shopping Centre, cnr Maunganui Rd & Girven Rd, Mt Maunganui 6-11pm. Free entry. 022 588 2282 or email: tauranganightmarket@hotmail.com Clearance Garage Sale St Vincent De Paul Warehouse. Excess stock sell out. 67 Courtney Rd, Gate Pa (follow the signs) 10am - 1pm. Terns: Cash. Furniture, beds, handbags, shoes, clothing. Same day delivery available. Garage Sale Papamoa College annual garage sale. Held at Papamoa Plaza, Papamoa beside Oceanblue Gym (in the old pet shop) 8am - 2pm. Lots of pre loved items for sale at crazy prices. All must go. All proceeds go towards a shade sail.
Ha Derech/The Way Messianic Kehilat
Now at Hillier Centre, Bayfair Shabbat/ Saturday 10am. A one new man community & welcome all seekers of the truth. 544 7424 or 021 0226 3515
Let’s Dance Ballroom & Latin Dance Club Live dance tempo music. Second Sat of month at Bethlehem Hall 7-10.30pm. Bruce 576 5598
Papamoa College Annual Garage Sale
At Shop 32 Papamoa Plaza. All money raised goes towards a shade sail. Papamoa Group Dogwalking Fortnightly group dog walk around waterways & beaches. Meet at Papamoa Plaza 9am. Tennille 021 030 6835
Sailing (IOM) International One Meter Radio Controlled Yachts The fastest
growing sailing class of today. Come for a sail & get hooked. Every Sat & Weds at Landing Drive, The Lakes 1-4pm. Pat 0274 731 765 Tauranga Farmers Market Fresh & artisian produced food. Tauranga Primary School cnr 5th Ave & Cameron Rd every Sat 7.45am - 12pm. Birthday hamper tickets available now. Main birthday market today. Supporting Te Puna Quarry Park. Trixie 552 5278 or www. taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz
TSB Bank Optional Bonus Fours
Premier bowling tournament hosted by Bowls Tauranga South Inc. May 30 12pm onwards, May 31 9am onwards, June 1 9am onwards at Bowls Tauranga South, 15 Tutchen St, off 11th Ave. Village Radio Community radio broadcasting from Tauranga Historic Village 1368 kHz AM. Music of 1920’s - 80’s weekends 9am - 5pm, weekdays 10am
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Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Pg54
- 5pm. Specialty programmes. www. villageradio.co.nz or 571 3710
Come along & find out what we are all about. Judi 576 6872 Petanque Tga/BOP Club Every Sun & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 578 3606 Quakers in Tauranga Mainly silent worship, hour long meeting followed by tea & talk. Every Sunday in hall behind Brain Watkins Historic House 10am. 544 0448 Radio Controlled Model Yachts Meet Sun & Thurs 1.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419
Bethlehem Bowls Every Mon at Bethlehem Hall, Main highway 7.15pm. First 3 nights free. Young or old welcome. Wendy 578 2585 Body & Soul Fun Fitness For over 50’s, social events & guest speakers. Mon & Fri Greerton Hall Cameron Rd. Tues Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave. Weds City Church cnr Otumoetai Rd/Sherwood St. Thurs at Tauranga Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St behind Pak n Save. All classes 9.15-10.15am. First class free. For men & women. Dianne 576 5031 Qualified Instructor/Cardiac Care leader. Chess Mt Maunganui Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon at Mount RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd. Juniors 6.157.15pm during school term. Open club 6pm & 7.30pm onwards. Noel 579 5412 Citizens Advice Bureau Free, confidential info & advice about anything call in Mon - Fri at 38 Hamilton St, Tauranga 9am - 5pm or free-phone 0800 367 222 or 578 1592. Justice of Peace service every Mon 1-4pm, Weds & Thurs 9-11.30am & Weds CAB Service at Welcome Bay Community Centre 9.30am - 12.30pm. Migrant clinics Tues - Fri 1-4pm. No appointment necessary. Civic Choir Tauranga Every Monday at Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga 7.30pm. New members welcome. Heather 575 9092 Fitness League Safe effective, low impact fun exercise set to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for women of all ages & abilities. First class free. Every Mon at Settlers Hall Omokoroa 9.30am & Tues St Johns Anglican Church Waihi 9.30am. Dorothy 549 3378 Free Antenatal Classes Te Ha Ora. Day & night classes. Kaupapa Maori - but open to all cultures. TeRina 552 4573 xt 706 or t.joseph@pirirakauhauora.org.nz Friends of the Libraries No meeting at Tauranga Library in June. Leisure Marching For exercise, fun & fellowship. Ladies 50+ required. No experience needed. Coreen 570 0172 Meditation Group Free classes Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm. Find peace, spiritual awareness & the meaning of your life. David 576 9764 Nam Wah Pai Kung Fu Papamoa training at Tahatai Coast School every Mon & Thurs 6.15-7.40pm. Brian 021 241 7059 Otumoetai Indoor Bowls No bowls (Queens Birthday) Karen 576 0443 Recycled Teenagers Gentle exercise for 50’s forwards, & injury or illness rehabilitation. Mon & Weds at 14 Norris St, Tauranga Citizen’s Club behind Pak n Save. Tues at St Mary’s Church Hall cnr Girven Rd & Marlin St, all classes 9-10.30am. Classes by qualified instructor. First class free. Jennifer 571 1411
Waikato/BOP Judo Championships
May 30 & 31 at Aquinas Action Centre, Pyes Pa Rd 9.30am - 5pm. Saturday seniors; Sunday children & masters. Free admission. Graeme 543 0872
Weekend Activities for the Over 60’s
Walks, dinners, day trips & good times. Richard 578 3894 Youth Leaders Breakfast 2015 June 13 at Elim Youth Café, 14 Christopher St (behind McD’s) 8-9.30am with special guest Yvonne Godfrey. 5 important things you need to know before you leave school. Free entry. Includes continental breakfast, waffles, coffee/hot chocolate. Presented by Summerhill Youth Academy. RSVP to Garth 027 828 8940 email: garth@summerhillacademy.co.nz
Sunday 31 May
Art & Craft Fair Waihi Beach Community Centre 10am - 3pm. Over 80 stalls with amazing items all for sale. No eftpos. Entry $3, children under 12 free. Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day Worship service at Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd 10am. Colossians 4:7-18 “Godly friends for life.” Preacher: Richard Roodt. www. bbf.net.nz Bible Seminars Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: “Jesus return - the Christian hope.” Interactive, Q&A, refreshments provided. Vic 543 0504 BOP Linux Users Bimonthly hands on day. Bring your computer for help with Linux & Open Source software. Arts & Crafts Centre (back room) cnr Elizabeth St & Glasgow St 9.30am – 3pm. $2 door charge. 578 6024 www.boplug.co.nz Home Computer Club (Tga) Inc
Computer enthusiasts meet to share knowledge & experience at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St West, last Sun of each month 9.30am – 12.30pm approx. $3 door charge. Visitors welcome. 544 2067 Katikati Tramping Club River walks at Cambridge & Maungakawa. Easy. Gail 07 863 4543 Maketu Rotary Club Market 3rd & 5th Sunday at Village Green, Park Rd, Maketu. Stalls $10. Maureen 533 2340 Mount Joggers Half Marathon The 29th edition of Mount Joggers Half Marathon starts 8am at Mount Surf Club. 10km at 9am, 5km at 10am & kids 1km beach sprint at 11.30am.
NZ Assn of Rationalists & Humanists BOP Meet at Alzheimers House, 116
13th Ave, Tauranga 1.30pm. Discussion led by Riaz on “What is an atheist?”
Rifle Range Public Open Day
Open to public on last Sun of the month. Range at end of Ngawaro Rd, at the TECT All Terrain Park 9am - 3pm. Some targets available to purchase, or bring your own. Must bring own ammo, shooting rests, ear muffs etc. Firearms license must be presented at registration area. $15pp (cash only). No cellphone coverage. www. deerstalkersbop.org.nz Tauranga Spiritual Society Inc Mini Expo Night. Readers & healers. Senior Citizen’s Hall, 14 Norris St. Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm start. Members $3, non $5 (2016 membership $10). 022 0670 467 Underwater Hockey Every Sunday at Baywave. Gear & coaching available for beginners. New members welcome. Juniors (under 15) 5-6.15pm. Seniors (over 15) 6-7.40pm. Lance 027 287 4731 or lancepotaka@orcon.net.nz Your Voice & You This group will support you to find your voice, give you confidence when you speak or sing, & offer tools for everyday life. June 7 at The Gym, 19 Glencarron Pl, Bethlehem 10am - 12pm. Cost $20 - Students & beneficiaries free by donation. Bookings essential. Ingrid 09 810 8218/021 952 690 ingridward15@gmail.com
Monday 1 June
Achieve Toastmasters Making it on
Mondays. 1st, 3rd & 5th Mon at St Stephen’s Church Hall, Brookfield, Tga 7.30pm. Chrissy 543 9493 Badminton Tauranga Badminton Club every Mon & Weds at Bethlehem College Events Centre 7.30-9.30pm. All players welcome. Sue 021 194 4335 Badminton Junior Club Bethlehem College Events Centre every Mon 6-7.30pm. Racquets available. Sue 021 194 435 www.taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz Bay Salsa Presents beginner salsa lessons at Otumoetai Action Centre 6.45pm new intake every 4 weeks. $12 per class. www.baysalsa.co.nz
GUIDE The Weekend Sun’s guide to who’s playing and where.
Tauranga Creative Fibre Every Mon at Arts Centre, Elizabeth St from 9.30am. Spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & more. Learn & share in a mutually supportive club. Also on Thurs evening twice a month. Joan 577 6781 Tauranga Rock n Roll Club Inc Beginner lessons for 6 weeks. Starts June 8 – 13th July 7pm at Tauranga RSA Cameron Rd, Greerton. Adults $45 - Child $30. Liz 578 9063 after 5pm. Tauranga Senior Citizens Club Cards, 500 & Bridge Mon & Thurs. Indoor Bowls Tues, Weds & Sat at 14 Norris St, behind Pak n Save 1-4pm. Register by 12.45pm. $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome. Tauranga UFO & Paranormal Soc Meet in hall behind Historic House cnr Cameron Rd & Elizabeth St 7.30pm. Visitors welcome. Door $3 inc light supper. Ian 578 5373 Welcome Bay Art Group Meet every Mon at Lighthouse Church 9.30am 12pm. Bob 544 4499 YMCA - ALFS Active Lifestyles For Seniors. First class free. Open to both men & women. Mon: Matua Community Hall, Levers Rd 9am & 10.15am. Arataki Hall, Zambuk Way (off Grenada St) 9am. Tues: Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd 9am & 10.30am. Sit & Be Fit at Papamoa Community Centre 11.30am. Smooth Movers Weds Welcome Bay Hall, Welcome Bay Rd 9.15am. Sit & Be Fit Greenwood Park Village, Welcome Bay 11am. Thurs: Otumoetai Action Centre, Windsor Rd 9am. Bethlehem Hall, Bethlehem Rd 10.30am. Fri: Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd 9am & 10.15am. 578 9272 www. ymcatauranga.org.nz
Tuesday 2 June
@ The Clothesline Pre-loved qual-
ity clothing every Tues 10am - 2pm. Children’s $1, adults $2. Also prayer for healing on request. Face2Face Church, 36d MacDonald St, Mt Maunganui. ABC - Avenues Badminton Club Every Tues at Tauranga Intermediate School Sports Centre. Juniors 6-7.30pm (term time). Seniors (Adults) 7.30-9.30pm. Club racquets & coaching available. Delwyn 027 212 4720
Alcoholics Anonymous Mt Maunganui. Open meeting every Tues 11 Victoria Road St Peters Hall 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance. Bayfair Petanque Club Tuition & boules available for learners & visitors. Every Tues & Thurs at Bayfair Reserve, Russley Drive 1pm. Margaret 572 3173
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The Weekend Sun BOP Linux Users Share & learn about free Open Source software & the Linux computer operating system. 1st Tues of month , LJ Hooker cnr Cameron Rd & 8th Ave 7-9pm. Experts & beginners welcome. $2. 578 6024 www.boplug.co.nz Cards 500 Every Tues & Thurs at Mt Maunganui Senior Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd 1pm. 575 4650 DadzKare A support group for separated fathers. Meet every Tues at 538 Fraser St 7.30pm. 928 4323 Darts At Club Mt Maunganui, Kaiwaka St 7pm. Everyone from 12-112 yrs welcome. Faye 0274 748 061 Drawing/Painting Varied art programmes every Tues at 171a Elizabeth St West 7-9pm. Interested? 576 9592 Excel Toastmasters Meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Tues of the month at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Bayfair 6.15-8.30pm. Learn leadership & public speaking skills. Kaaren 572 5988 Fitness League Ladies 50 plus exercise with dance to music. Improve posture, energy, toned body, increased strength. Every Tues at St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood 9.3010.30am. Gloria 573 4429 Free Community Seminar “Infection Control” at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui 10am - 12pm. 928 6320 info@switchedon.org.nz www.switchedon.org.nz Free Course on Budgeting A free 4 week course on budgeting could get you ahead & save money. June 2, 9, 16 & 23 at Lifezone, 7 Oak Lane, Judea 10am or 7.15pm. 571 6525 or www. capmoney.org Free Falun Dafa Classes At Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui 7pm. A traditional Chinese selfcultivation practice to improve mind & body. Easy to learn. Judy 021 0425 398 en.falundafa.org
Golden Kiwis Leisure Marching Team Meet every Tues at Blake Park netball courts, Mt Maunganui 10am. Fun, fellowship, exercise for ladies 55+. Coreen 570 0172
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group support
meetings first Tues of month at St Peters in the City, cnr Cameron Rd/Spring St 10.30am -12.30pm. Karen 021 225 5108 Greerton Village Community Music Morning For seniors – come along & join us in a morning of music. 1st Tues of month at Greerton Hall 10-11.30am. Guest artist. Entry $4, includes morning tea. Di/Charley 027 626 2496
Inachord Chorus Womens 4 Part Harmony Enjoy the challenge of sing-
ing & performing varied repertoire. Every Tues at Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Rd 6.55pm. Cathy 579 2040 email: inachordchorus@gmail.com Israeli Dancing Beginners class every Tues at Gate Pa Primary School, Cameron Rd 7-8pm. All ages welcome, no partner required. Maria 544 1680 or 022 165 2114 Merge Social Connections New residents recently moved to Tauranga welcome. 1st & 3rd Tues of month at Comida Tapas Bar, 59 The Strand, Tauranga 5-7pm for social get together & meet new friends. Email merge. tauranga@gmail.com Mount Morning Badminton Social, competitive, all ages, beginners welcome. Racquets available. Visitors $5 per session. Every Tues at Mount Sports Centre, Blake Park 9am - 12pm. Maxeen 575 0162
Nam Wah Pai Kung Fu
Training at Tauranga Boys College every Tues & Thurs 6-7.30pm. New members welcome. Brian 021 241 7059 Neighbourhood Run Running all year round. Cheyne Rd 6am start. Free. Every Tues/Thurs/Fri. Svetlana 027 616 2124 Otumoetai Toastmasters Leadership skills, speaking skills. At Lyceum Club rooms, 68 1st Ave 7.15-9.30pm. Alan 544 5989 Petanque - Tga/BOP Club All welcome to try a new sport. Equip available, all coaching given. Club Mt Maunganui 12.45pm start. Neita 572 3768
Sequence Dancing Tauranga
Social & Leisure Club. St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai. Every Tues 7-9.30pm except second Tues of month 3.30-6pm. Visitors welcome. John 578 9716 South City Bowling Club Open Pairs Tournament (plate & raffle item), Greerton Hall 7.30pm. New members welcome. Mary 541 0687
Spiritual Guidance & Bowen Therapy
Room 2 behind Wild Herbs Natural Health, 775 Cameron Rd, Tauranga. For appointment, Kerry 552 6768 or 021 607 797 Tauranga Acoustic Music Club Jam sessions. Sing, play or just listen & enjoy. Greerton RSA 7.30-10pm. Sheryl 552 5906
Tauranga Machine Embroidery Club
Meet 1st Tues of month at Methodist Church, 13th Ave 9am - 3.30pm. New members welcome. 543 5168
Tauranga Morning Badminton Club
Every Tues & Thurs at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre, Memorial Park cnr 11th Ave & Devonport Rd 9-11.30am. Heather 574 0976 Tauranga Scrabble Club Every Tues at Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 9am. 3 games $3. New players welcome. 544 8372 Tauranga Toastmasters Tga Lyceum Club 7.15-9.30pm. Confidence building, speaking skills, leadership skills. Alan 544 5989 Te Puke Lyceum Club Garden Circle 1.30pm. 573 5153 Te Puke Senior Citizen’s Club Players & beginners invited to play indoor bowls, cards, 500 every Tues & Fri 12.45pm. $3 includes afternoon tea. Weds, bolivia cards 1pm. Jocelyn St, Te Puke. 573 7887
Wednesday 3 June
Age Concern Walking Group Meet
at Décor Garden Centre, Moffat Rd 10am. All welcome. 578 2631 Badminton @ Mount Indoor Sports Centre Give badminton a go. Trial it for free & if you like to come every Weds 7-9pm. $8pp. Racquets available. Eve 021 906 481
Baywide Community Law Service
Drop in clinic every Weds at 63 Willow St 5-6.30pm. No appointment necessary. Free legal assistance. 571 6812. Every Tues morning at Te Puke Clinic. For appointment 573 5614. Every 2nd Thurs morning at Katikati Clinic. For appointment 549 0399 Cards Do you play cribbage or would like to learn the game? Every Weds at Tauranga RSA 1pm. New members welcome. Rona 578 7939
Fernlands Spa Water Exercise Classes Weds 10.45-11.45am. Held
rain or shine but not during school holidays. New participants planning to attend ph Jennifer 571 1411
Gate Pa Indoor Bowls
Club night, Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Champion Finals 7pm. Kevin 543 4044 Gate Pa Tennis Club Social tennis for all levels. Make new friends while getting some exercise. No commitment or fee for first 3 attendances. Every Weds 9am - 12pm. Geoff 570 1168 or 021 474 807
Greerton Gold Leisure Marching Team Seeking ladies of all ages. Every
Weds meet at Moreland Fox Park 8-9.30am. No experience required. Marion 578 1108 Healing Rooms Experience God’s healing touch at Bethlehem Town Centre cnr shop behind PO/Bookstore every Weds 1-3pm. 021 110 0878 or at Papamoa Fashion Island, 42 Gravatt Rd, next to Esquires ever Weds 3-4pm. 022 120 5406. No appointment necessary, no charge. All ages welcome. www. healingrooms.co.nz Indoor Bowls at Ohauiti Every Weds at Ohauiti Settlers Hall 7.15-9.30pm. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Glennis 544 4022
Mount Healing & Spiritual Centre
Fellowship & celebration at Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd, Mount. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm. Guest speaker; Debs Chase-Paterson - Herbal Home remedies. Door charge $3. Janet 027 264 0226
Otumoetai Lions Assist in community
based activities & enjoy fellowship & social. Meet 1st & 3rd Weds of month. Fellowship 5.30pm followed by meal 6.30pm. Visitors & new members welcome. Robert 576 8445 or http://www. lionsclubs.org.nz/Clubs/202L/Zone-9/ Otumoetai Scottish Country Dancing Every Weds at Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui. Beginners class 6pm, regular class 7.30pm. Lynne 573 5055 Single Coffee Club 60+ Mixed company of singles 60+ that meet up once a week of coffee, enjoy socialising & meeting new friends. Email: mixandmingle@xtra.co.nz or 027 439 3267 Table Tennis Tauranga At Memorial Hall, QEYC every Weds 1-3pm & 7-9pm & every Fri 7-9pm. Bill 578 1662 www. sportsground.co.nz/tabletennistauranga Tauranga Avenues Probus Club 1st Weds of month at Citizen’s Club cnr Cameron Rd/13th Ave 9.30am. New members welcome. Val/Jim 541 1777 Tauranga Embroider’s Guild Every Weds at Tauranga Rowing Club rooms, Memorial Park 10am - 2.30pm & 7-9pm. Juniors 4-5.30pm. Beginners & experienced stitchers welcome. Nancy 544 4778
Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group Woodlands Rd to Aranui Falls
& beyond. Grade moderate. Approx 5.5hrs. Bob 571 3939
Tauranga RSA Texas Hold-em Poker Club New members welcome, will
teach you how to play. Buy in $10. Every Weds 7.30pm. PJ 543 2279 Tauranga South Garden Club First Weds of month at Central Baptist Church Hall cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 1.30-3pm. Visitors welcome. Margaret 578 1017 Toastmasters City Early Start The 6 F’s Club - Fast, focused, flexible, feedback, friendly & fun. Confidence & leadership building. Every Weds at Avgas Cafe, Classic Flyers 6.50-8.15am. 021 044 5654 LaniDTM@gmail.com or http:// cityearlystart.toastmastersclubs.org
Thursday 4 June
date. Cost: $14 per class. Tauranga Plunket, 471 Devonport Rd. Monthly classes, next class June 4 7-8.30pm www.meditateintauranga.org More Than Craft Every Thurs at Greerton Bible Church Hall cnr Oropi/Chadwick Rds 9.30-11.30am. 10 crafts with talented tutors. Welcome to view. June 544 0823 Mount Underwater Club Club night at Mount Ocean Sports Clubrooms (Cnr The Mall & Salisbury Ave, Mt Maunganui) 7.30pm. Presentation/photos by Andy Belcher. New members welcome. Gail 021 471 768 or gail.bingham58@gmail.com
Orange City Square & Round Dance Club
Tues Morning class 10am - 12pm. Weds Advanced, Thursday Club night & new dancers 7.30pm. Frontiersmen’s Hall. 543 1063 Papamoa Table Tennis Every Thurs at Papamoa College Gym 7-9pm. New members welcome. John 572 0129 Senior Tennis At Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain, for ages 35+ from 9-11.30am. $3 ball fee. New members welcome. Simplee Cre8tive Ladies craft group every Thurs at Arataki Community Centre, Bayfair 9am - 2.30pm. Bring your favourite craft or do a new one. Great company, casual, fun environment! Jenny 572 5396 Sunshine Dance Group Learn sequence dancing at a friendly club. Meet every Thurs at Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 7-8.30pm, followed by dancing till 10pm. $2pp, entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379 Tai Chi Qigong Every Thurs at Ohauiti Settlers Hall 11am. Class takes approx 1hr. $1pp. Eric 577 1988 Social Tai Chi Practice Group Meet every Thurs at Methodist Church Hall, 13th Ave 9.30am. Lee 578 2342 Tauranga Heart Support Group Low impact group exercise for those with or at risk of heart disease. Every Thurs at City Church, Otumoetai, & every Monday at St Enoch’s Church Hall, 16th Ave, both 9.3010.30am. $4pp includes light refreshment. Hannah (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) 0508 227 342 Tauranga Model Railway Club Every Thurs 7.30pm. Ed 543 1108 www.taurangamodelrailwayclub.co.nz
Tauranga Rock n Roll Social Dancers Have
fun dancing to authentic rock & roll music every Thurs at Senior Citizens Hall, 14 Norris St (behind Pak n Save) 7.30-9.30pm. $3pp. Check out FB. Maria 576 7326 Tennis Seniors WBOP Players 35+, Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain 9am - 12pm. $3 ball fee. New members welcome. Lynda tswbop@gmail. com The Mount Art Group Meet every Thurs at St Peters Church Hall, Victoria Rd, Mount 9am - 1pm. Merilynn 575 6777 Toastmasters - Kickstart Breakfast Club Speak confidently in a fun environment. Alimento Cafe 7am, guests welcome. Helen 571 6181 Young Parents Group (For ages 20 & under) every Thurs at Plunket, 471 Devonport Rd, Tauranga 12pm. Lunch provided. Text Rozi 027 924 6526
Friday 5 June
Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting every
Fri at Hamner Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton (behind Bridgestone) 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance. Chess Tauranga Every Fri at Tauranga RSA, Greerton 6pm & 7pm onwards for the whole family. Werner 548 1111 http:// www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/ Free Immigration Clinic Every Fri - legal advice & information on immigration issues. For appointment, Baywide Community Law 571 6812 Kowhai Probus Club Bethlehem Meet first Fri of month at Tauranga Citizens Club, cnr Cameron Rd & 13th Ave 10am. Second Tues of month meet 10.30am at various venues in Tauranga. Film group meet last Fri of month to attend a film at local cinemas. Sid 579 1093 Sustainable Art Awards Intermediate students through to adults showcasing their vision for a sustainable future. June 5 12-5pm, June 6 10am - 4pm, June 7 12-8pm at Baycourt Theatre. Gold coin entry. Awards night June 7 5pm. The Sociables 30’s/40’s age group of males & females that meet up once a week to socialise by dining out or participating in local activities & event. Email sociables@ outlook.co.nz
Bay Salsa Presents Salsa on the Strand Intro class at La Mexica 8pm
followed by social dancing. Really social, no partner required. $2 entry free (members free). www.baysalsa.co.nz Club Mt Maunganui Social games club. Play indoor bowls, 500 & Bolivia every Thurs 12.45pm. John 575 2422
Community Bible Study International
At 14th Ave Gospel Centre 10am 12pm for a non denominational Bible Study on the Book of Mark. Jack/Betty 544 3809 Fitness League Safe, effective, low impact exercise to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed to help with posture, balance & stamina, combination of exercise, movement & dance. All ages & abilities. Complementary 1st class. Thurs: Central Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave/ Cameron Rd 9.30am. Weds: Katikati Memorial Hall 10am. Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 7170
Free Blue Light Safe Driver Expo
Thursday 4 June at 6.45pm at Classic Flyers, Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui. One night only, hear compelling true stories A ‘must see’ for all drivers! For more information contact Wendy Nicholls 07 577 8072 or 027 562 8972, wendy@tayt.org.nz Genealogy Tauranga Branch NZ Society of Genealogists meet in St James Church Hall, 72 Pooles Rd, Greerton 7.30pm. Speaker: Dr Philip Borrie - “Medical terms from old death certificates.” Visitors & new members welcome. Jennifer 576 7042 French Connection For lovers or all things French. Come & meet likeminded people over a relaxed drink. Meet every second Thurs at Comida on the Strand between 4.30-6.30pm. Email Andrea at agohns@yahoo.co.nz Kiss the Fish Experience “songs that make you tingle”. At the 2014 theatre awards Kiss the Fish won Best Play, Best Composer & Best Supporting Actor. Held at Baycourt June 4-6 7.30pm. 577 7189 or baycourtboxoffice@tauranga.govt.nz Happiness and Our Mind Drop-in Meditation Classes beginners welcome, classes are self-contained so start any
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Gigs, gigs, gigs – June is getting busy It’s hard to believe we’re already stumbling into June. And it’s yet another long weekend, though as long weekends go it seems pretty laidback. Long weekends tend to mess things about as far as music, events and gigs go. Bands learn pretty quickly to avoid putting on shows the weekend after a long weekend. The reason is simple enough – people often go away for long weekends, or at least party a little more than usual. The result is you want to stay home the next weekend – because you’ve been away and those lawns really do need some attention or simply because you’re skint.
Reversing into quiet
Then the whole thing reverses itself and after a quiet weekend everyone puts events and gigs on the following weekend. Allow me to demonstrate… Next weekend in Tauranga is very quiet. The thing of most interest is a blues gig down at Brew Bar on The Strand going by the amusingly inflated name the Tauranga Blues Festival. It could perhaps, generously, be regarded as a mini-festival, given that it comprises five people: a soloist and two duos. The soloist is impressive Australian Shaun Kirk, a veritable modern one-man blues band. One duo is Eastslide Blues from Gisborne; the other comprises of two members of The Remarkables which recently played a memorable show at the Historic Village. That’s singer/ acoustic guitarist/harmonica player Neil Findlay and veteran multiinstrumentalist Robbie Laven. For me they alone will be worth Across 1. Airline (3,10) 8. Deceived (5) 9. Zero (7) 10. Bludgeon (6) 11. Squirm (6) 12. Pass (SI) (5) 14. Headdress (5) 18. Horrified (6) 20. Weaken (6) 23. Man’s name (7) 24. Spacious (5) 25. Prime minister (1949-1957 (6,7) Down 1. Kidnap (6) 2. Quick (5) 3. Infinite (7) 4. Metal (4) 5. Change (5)
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the price of admission, but since the ‘festival’ – kicking off at midday Saturday, June 6 – is free, that’s not really a consideration.
Things go crazy
But, after that quiet weekend, things go crazy. Starting from June 10 there’s a solid week of music. I’ll be looking at a number of these events in more depth a little closer to the time – I just wanted to give a heads up so you can mark things on calendars. First up, Trinity Roots is at Mauao Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, June 10. They did split up for a while but they’re back and again one of New Zealand’s finest, with soulful harmonies and groovy grooves. On Friday, June 12 at Rosie O’Grady’s it’s the launch of Derek Toner’s new single with his band Tuner. He’s launching ‘Roll Another One’ – a song about his friend Richie Yeats, who died three years ago. The night will be a fundraiser Right: Don McGlashan playing at the Art Gallery.
Right: Josh Durning will perform May 30 at Brewers.
The Crown and Badger Saturday 30 – Tony Wellington Friday 29 – Planet of 3. 7.30pm. Saturday 30 – Shabang. Sunday 31 – Len Campain 4.30pm. Greer’s Gastro Bar Sunday 31 May – Carol Storey and Band 5-8pm. Easy listening, The Matua popular covers & jazz classics. Sunday 31 – The Blarney Boys Mount RSA 3pm. Friday 29 – Shy & Retiring Co Wednesday 3 – A Taste of 7.30pm. Country Night 7.30pm start.
to combat cystic fibrosis. Derek’s gigs have become somewhat legendary for the freewheeling craic, great music and spontaneous good vibes. In the meantime you can check out the single at soundcloud.com/derek-toner/rollanother-one – I highly recommend it. Meanwhile, on June 11-12, Baycourt is hosting the annual student Stage Challenge – an awesome event which will blow anyone away. And there’s more competition over at the Mount’s Brewers Bar on June 12 with the second heat of the Demon Energy Battle of the Bands National Championship – entries are still open, but get in quick.
You have a choice
On June 13 you have a choice of the very refined Don McGlashan, who’s playing at the Art Gallery, or the not-so-refined – but harder rocking – Brilleaux, which play their last gig at Driver’s Bar before heading off on a tour of the UK the following week, which includes time out for a cider-tasting jaunt through Somerset – that’s touring in style! Old 1960s rocker Shane is doing his thing for The Entertainer’s Club at the Citz Club on June 14 and on June 17, as Brilleaux jet off to England, Rob Thorne, Charlotte Yates, Gil Eva Craig combine forces for an unusual and original concert at Tauranga Art Gallery.
Insane seven days
That’s an insane amount of stuff to be happening during a seven-day period. More immediately, if you’re looking for a little something this weekend – it is long after all – you could either head over to Rotorua for the Blues Festival or catch a couple of free gigs locally. On Saturday, May 30, young guitarist Josh Durning is playing his blend of jazz blues and country at Brew from 4pm, while on Sunday, May 31 Carol Story and her band are playing smooth jazz at Greer’s Gastro Bar in Greerton from 5pm. Have a good one. watusi@thesun.co.nz
Shaun Kirk will be one of the many playing at Brewers Bar.
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Trinity Roots coming to the Bay of Plenty The Weekend Sun has one double pass for the Mount Maunganui show to give away to one lucky reader who can tell us the name of Trinity Roots’ latest album. Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competitions section. Entries must be received before Wednesday, June 3.
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Trinity Roots – made up of Warren Maxwell, Rio Hunuki-Hemopo and Ben Lemi – is coming to Mount Maunganui and Whakatane this June.
Much-loved Wellington band Trinity Roots is hitting the road and coming to the Bay of Plenty to celebrate the release of their third studio album ‘Citizen’. They perform at Mount Maunganui’s Mauao Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, June 10, then shoot across to Whakatane to play Detour Bar & Lounge on Thursday, June 11. Trinity Roots drummer Ben Lemi says so far the national tour has been an amazing experience so far. “The shows have gone great, there’s been awesome responses from audiences, real good vibes all round. “It’ll be the first time I’ve played with Trinity Roots as their drummer in the Bay of Plenty so I’m really looking forward to that,” says Ben. “Our good mate Ed Zuccollo will also be with us playing a Rhodes organ and a Moog synthesiser which is a bit of a treat, it brings quite a futuristic sound to the live shows.”
Coffee for cancer
Games, raffles, auctions and hot coffee is being served up this Sunday as part of a fundraiser for breast cancer research. The OR.GY Coffee Breast Cancer Morning Tea is on May 31. For $10 people will get their choice of a Mojo hot beverage, morning tea and a buy one get one free voucher for OR.GY Coffee. It’s a gold coin donation for games, raffles and an auction – with all funds going towards the cause. Friday May 29 to Wed Jun 3 131 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke. PLAYING THIS WEEK
There are many elements that make up the Trinity Roots’ sound, with nods to roots, jazz, reggae and Te Ao Maaori featuring heavily on 2001 album ‘True’ and 2004’s ‘Home, Land and Sea’. Released this year, ‘Citizen’ has seen the band tip-toeing down newer paths with Trinity Roots exploring more genres on the album. “There’s still a decent amount of the ‘roots’ sounds,” says Ben. “We all felt it was really important to pay homage to that sound. “But we also use those sounds as a platform to head off in different directions, you get a bit more of the jazz headspace and the rocky, proggy headspace too on the album.” Trinity Roots performs at the Mauao Performing Arts Centre in Mount Maunganui on June 10, and Detour Bar & Lounge in Whakatane on June 11. Both shows are R18. Tickets cost $30 from www.eventfinder.co.nz By David Tauranga
Fun, free fitness
People of all ages and fitness abilities are encouraged to move, shimmy, shake and show off their best dance moves in a fun, free launch of Dance Fit and Sculpt. Fun and free fitness will be on offer at the Cliff Rd Building on Cliff Rd in Tauranga on June 1. The class will run from 6.45pm to 8pm. More sessions will be run at the same location on June 8 and June 15.
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ACTION, DRAMA, THRILLER. Dwayne Johnson. ADVENT, THRILLER. Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron. In the aftermath of a massive in 2D: Fri 3:25, 8:25. Sat 8:35. Sun 3:20. earthquake, a rescue-chopper pilot makes a dangerous journey. Mon 6:50. Tue 3:25, 8:25pm. Wed 3:30.
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Helen Mirren. Fri 3:45pm. Tue 3:45pm. in 2D on MEGAscreen: in RealD 3D: Fri 1:00pm. Sat 3:40pm. Fri 1:00, 6:00. Sat 3, 8:00. Sun 8:30pm. Mon 1:40pm. TESTAMENT OF YOUTH (M) Sun 12:55, 8:20. Mon 2, 7. Content May Disturb. BIOGRAPHY, DRAMA, HISTORY. SPY (R16) Violence, Sexual References & Off Language. Tue 1, 6:00. Wed 3:45, 6:30. FINAL! Fri 4:35. Sat 11:30. Sun 12:50. ACTION, COMEDY. Melissa McCarthy, Jude Law, in 3D: Fri 8:35. Sat 10:30, Rose Byrne, Jason Statham. A desk-bound CIA 6:10pm. Sun 6:05. Mon 4:20. Tue 8:35pm. IT FOLLOWS (R16) Viol, Horror & Sex Scenes. analyst volunteers to go undercover. HORROR. Fri 8:55pm. Sun 8:55. Mon 3:15. Fri 8:35. Sat 8:30. Sun 8:30pm. TOMORROWLAND (PG) Violence & Coarse Language. ACTION, ADVENT. AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON Mon 6:35. Tue 6:00. Wed 6:20.
PITCH PERFECT 2 (M) Sexual References.
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Fri 3:20, 6:00. Sat 10:30, 1:10, COMEDY, MUSIC. Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson. 5:50. Sun 10:30, 3:10, 5:50. Fri 6:10. Sat 12:35, 5:30pm. Sun 10:30, Mon 11, 1:10, 3:50. Tue 3:20, 5:55pm. Mon 11:20, 4:30. Tue 6:10pm. 8:30pm. Wed 3:30, 6:10.
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BIOGRAPHY, DRAMA. In Lounge. NZ DOCUMENTARY, SPORT. In Lounge Cinema. An eclectic rugby team of farmers strive to redeem Fri 2:45, 7:00. Sat 2:00, 6:00. themselves from a long run of bitter loses. Sun 3:15, 7:00. Mon 11:05,
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HOME (PG) (2D only). Saturday 10:30am. CINDERELLA (G) ADVENT, DRAMA. Lily James, Cate Blanchett. Sunday 10:35am.
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How about Kiss the Fish at Baycourt? Kicking off their national The winds of change are sweeping the sleepy island of Karukam. A tour in Tauranga, Indian Ink new resort promises a brighter future for all until fate puts the hopes Theatre Company presents its of the community in the hands of Sidu – the village idiot! latest creation ‘Kiss the Fish’ at
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Baycourt Theatre on June 4-6. Created by Justin Lewis and Jacob Rajan, the show weaves together Balinese masks, ancient theatrics and modern pop culture to create an “epic comic love story”. “All our work deals with big universal themes,” says Jacob. “They grapple with the question of how do you live a good life? Indian Ink Theatre “If you come along and see Company presents ‘Kiss ‘Kiss the Fish’ you will find the the Fish’ at Baycourt answer to life,” he adds jokingly. Theatre from June 4-6. Directed by Justin Lewis, Jacob heads an exceptional cast Indian Ink presents ‘Kiss the Fish’ at Baycourt Theawhich includes actors Nisha Madhan and Julia Croft, tre from June 4-6. Tickets cost $30-$55 for adults actor/comedian James Roque and award-winning and $25-$55 for concessions. Booking fees may musician David Ward. apply. To purchase tickets, visit www.ticketek.co.nz A big feature of ‘Kiss the Fish’ is the show’s use of By David Tauranga masks that have been created by a Balinese master carver, which is hugely important as the carving process itself is quite sacred. “They’re exquisite objects in their own right but when you put it on these actors they absolutely sing, The Weekend Sun has one double to ‘Kiss the Fish’ the actors completely disappear and these new beings give away to a lucky reader who can tell us which appear in front of you. theatre company is presenting the show? “I don’t think many in the cast had much experiEnter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the comence working with masks but for certain people you petitions section. can teach them how to act while wearing masks. But Entries must be received before Wednesday, June 3. at some level the mask just chooses you.”
Learning with CAP Jessica Rose has recently completed the CAP money course at Holy Trinity Church and she’s so glad she did. Recently moving here from London, Jessica is working and studying parttime. At first, Jessica had her doubts about the CAP money course. “I started the course thinking it wouldn’t help me much until I was in full-time work, and had a mortgage and a family,” says Jessica. “I was wrong. I came out learning so much.” Jessica learned how to complete an online budget – how much she’d need to save and how long it would take to save for her future needs, including a house. But she also learnt simple things,
including putting away money for special occasions so when the time came she’d have enough. “It showed me how much money I actually spend – and waste,” says Jessica. “The online budget is great – and as my hours increase, I can change it all online and update new things I want to save for. “It’s rewarding getting cash out for the week knowing how much I have to spend, but even more rewarding transferring money to my savings account and watching it grow. “The coaches were really helpful and knowledgeable and we had all the resources and links to websites we needed.” She would recommend the CAP money course to anyone at any stage in life.
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The Bible, the sacred text for Christians, begins with the words: “In the beginning God created…” (Genesis 1:1). The creation story follows. When God came to create human beings the Bible records that God said: “Let us make human beings in our [ie God’s] image, in our likeness…” (Genesis 1:26). If human beings are created in God’s image it follows that human beings are to be creative, just like God is creative. Being creative is an essential part of us as human beings. To crush creativity within people is to stop them being fully human. Creativity, of course, can be expressed in many ways from fine arts, crafts, music, cooking, gardening to computer programming, working out strategies and working out how to help people to function well together.
The list is endless. Creativity is also at the heart of all the inventions we take for granted. Without creativity human beings would be no different than simple animals. Therefore, it’s important we continue to value creativity as an essential part of our lives and not something we allow for in our spare time – that is if we have any spare time. It’s also important that we encourage and allow creativity in others, whether they be our family, friends, workmates, employers, employees. It’s disheartening to discourage creativity. Let us all be fully human. Let us, this holiday weekend, take time to express our God-given nature to do something creative. By Dale Williamson, Holy Trinity Tauranga
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On the Day of Pentecost, God came by His Spirit, just as Jesus had promised in Acts 1:4-8. Jesus had told His disciples to wait in Jerusalem “for the promise of the Father”, which He said: “You heard from Me; for John baptised in water, but you will be baptised in the Holy Spirit not many days from now”. In verse 8, Jesus says that they would receive power when the Holy Spirit had come upon them. Peter declares in Acts 2:38-39 that
this promise of the gift of the Spirit in Spirit baptism “is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to Himself ”. Paul, in 1 Corinthians 12, speaks about the gifts of the Spirit that were associated with the baptism in the Holy Spirit and in verse of chapter 14 he calls for God’s people to earnestly desire the spiritual gifts. If ever we need the power of God for service, if ever we need the gifts of the Holy Spirit for living and for ministry, if ever we need the baptism in the Holy Spirit in the Church, it is today. The gift of the baptism in the Holy Spirit is that which Jesus promised before Pentecost as the empowering of God for life, for service and for ministry – and we cannot ignore His gift. By Peter Whitcombe, Jesus First Church
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Grime Off Now’s Roger Bailey. agents including mould, algae and particularly the corrosive nature of salt in coastal regions. With more than 21 years’ experience in the industry, the experienced team use a quiet and gentle cleaning process, covering all exterior needs. They’ll also aim to get rid of spider and cobwebs, cockroaches, flies and ants. Customers are offered a quick, fixed quote prior to work beginning. In conjunction with a building wash, Grime Off Now is offering a special price on external insect treatments during June. For $120, residential building owners can have the outside of the dwelling treated for insects, saving $60. For a professional home or build clean, contact Grime Off Now today.
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To get instant tank-less hot water or change your household to high-pressure hot water this winter, Les Kint Plumbing can get the job done. Owner/operator Les Kint is a master plumber and gasfitter with
35 years of experience – and he knows how to set up your hot water for this chilly winter season and beyond. “If you have slow hot water and want to get better pressure in your shower then give me a call and I will come and look at it,” says Les. “I can give you options of what you could do and I can give you a real quote to do the job – and I stand by my price and workmanship.” So if you’re wondering what it will cost to get instant tankless hot water or a high-pressure cylinder installed, call Les for free noobligation quote. “My phone is always on,” says Les.
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have a copy if we paid him another $900. The vendors are, needless to say, very upset there is potentially something wrong with their home and – regardless of whether the contract is cancelled – they would like the opportunity to resolve any issues and move on to the next willing purchaser. Who benefits here? The building inspector has been paid and wants to double dip on his fees, the solicitor is, I’m sure, charging for his advice. The purchasers are way out of pocket with no new home. The vendors just want to correct the issues and will have to pay another inspector to establish the problem. I will get paid, because we will sort this out and I will sell the property. So much stress and angst for buyer and seller – very sad. By Shirley Wells, Crockford Real Estate
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transport DRIVING MISS DAISY relief for busy families. Let us take care of the transportation of your parents/ children to appointments, outings, afterschool groups. Safe, friendly, reliable service. Ph Jackie from Driving Miss Daisy 552 6614
travel & tours “AA” Tour 1 = BAY OF ISLANDS & 90 Mile Beach. Tour 2 = Winter Escape to Waiheke Island. Tour 3 = World of Wearable Art......Wellington. Tour 4 = Discover Stewart Island. Plus many other inspiring journeys. Door to Door Service. Free Newsletters. Contact The Hinterland Tours Team on 575 8118 or 027 235 7714
SOUTH ISLAND winter snow train tour. Phone today for more details. Zealandier Tours 575 6425. NO.8 TOURS TRAVEL CLUB Extended Tours: Specialists in fully escorted day, extended tours and shows. Mamma Mia Matinee 27th June - Join us for a fun day out to a Global Smash Hit Show -. World of Wearable Arts & Gallipoli Exhibition- 8th-11th October where fashion, art and theatre collide. Edinburgh Tattoo 17th-19th February 2016. Must book now tickets are limited and selling fast! Free pick-up, free newsletter. Ph the No8 Tours team on 579 3981
venues FOR WEDDINGS, FUNCTIONS OR MEETINGS check out No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting. Email: bookings@ no1thestrand.co.nz or www.no1thestrand.co.nz WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450 or text 027 318 5760 www.tfdc.co.nz
work wanted DO YOU NEED help with housework or gardening? Call Jude 07 2812389 or 021 185 0586. $25/hr.
Games for the 80-pluses
Acadia Rest Home residents playing Frisbee at the annual Rest Home Games at ASB Arena. Photos by Tracy Hardy.
Gala fun and lucky cow dumps
One lucky person won $2000 from a lucky cow pat at Bethlehem School’s annual Cow Dump and Gala last Sunday. Photos by Cameron Avery. Mavis Knox, 88.
Margaret Almond, 102. Rosamand Goodliffe, 12.
Neve Fitzgerald, 7, Bridget Fitzgerald, 11 and Domino Gouw, 11.
A breakfast for breast cancer Te Puke High School staff has raised more than $1300 for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation thanks to sponsorship and donations from a Pink Ribbon Breakfast held this month.
Cory Brown, 10, Jack Perkins, 11, and Caleb Everitt, 10.
Nine-year-olds C.J Greenway and Thomas Duthies.
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