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Painted message For the last nine days paintbrushes have been licking six central city walls as part of the Tauranga Paradox Street Art Festival. Artists Askew One took over Masonic Park, Yikes set up camp at the Spring St parking building, Fintan Magee in the Grey St service lane, Sofles at a Cameron Rd building, Lucy McLauchlan at the Brooklyn Bar & Grill, and Charles Williams – pictured – with wife

Janine had a spot in Dive Crescent. Charles and Janine have created a mural of an owl – called ‘ruru’ in Maori – with a historically significant link to the Bay to remind people how important the site is. To find out more about the professional street artist couple, their love for outside canvases and the Tauranga Paradox Street Art Festival, see page 5. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

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Adele and other atrocities RR and Mrs RR went for a stroll downtown in the weekend. She wanted to go to Broncos. I needed a new pair of fishnet stockings, since mine got laddered while at the Frock‘n’Roll birthday bash with Richard O’Brien on Friday night.

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If Nicky Hager was serious about exposing atrocities, he should have been there, at Baycourt. Crimes against fashion abounded, men and women dressed to kill, you could write a book about the attire transvestite transgressions. Whore crimes. And that’s just the men. An excellent night out it was too, shame it was followed by a morning. Still it raised $32,000 for Starship Hospital thanks to Richard and his frocked friends. And while the cross-dressing scene isn’t my thing, it was certainly better than being dragged away to Adele as a few of my long-suffering mates were. I’d like to point out an important distinction here. The only time it’s okay to crossdress, is when you’re attending a Rocky Horror-themed function. Any other time is just plain weird, unless you are Richard, who has a special licence. Nor is it never okay as a man, to attend an Adele concert. You’ve had the last shreds of masculinity cruelly and painfully stripped from your sad, shadow of manhood. Even more devastating than being photographed on The Strand in fishnets. It struck me that all this empowering women business is getting a bit out of hand, when they’re dressing us and making us listen to their music. Next we’ll be expected to take turns at being chained to the kitchen sink; have the remote confiscated and forget how to back a trailer.

Downtown vibe

Anyway the downtown is looking perky and vibrant, in a sleepy Tauranga sort of way. Not a bustling Brisbane vibe or an arty hip Wellington style or a manic Auckland

Waka welcome

stuck-up-itself way; just a slightly oversized quaint village sort of feel. A drinking village with a fishing problem, it was once described as. Although we seem to have grown beyond that, and the fishing isn’t what it used to be. Legs are the only thing being caught in fishnets these days. Sitting at Bravo enjoying the wonderful breakfast selection, it was fascinating to hear the cruise ship passengers talking about their impressions of Tauranga. Bearing in mind, they’d just been unloaded at the reclamation, next to the soon-to-be-finished Tidal Stairs, had a stroll around Robbins Park and walked along the looks-like-it-willnever-be-finished Wharf Street/ Eat Street. And it occurred to me, the reclamation is soon going to be a smidgeon more exciting when the tidal stairs are completed. We could rename it The Exclamation. The bit that juts out will be Exclamation Point. Anyway the boat people seemed to like the place. “A bit quiet, but the flowers are nice,” one bloke said. “Not many shops open,” said big woman in slacks. “Look there’s a war canoe,” said one old chap pointing to the waka cage. “I think it is going to rain,” said my wife. Not sure why that needs recording, but it turned out later, she was right. “Wouldn’t it be great to see it being paddled? I wonder how often they take it out,” mused another cruiser. “Depends on how much rain we get,” RR answered in his own mind.

Which got me thinking, wouldn’t it be a nice touch for a waka to greet cruise liners on arrival in Tauranga? I guess the tugmasters are quite attached to their current boats, but hey, with a bit of training and crash course in te reo, what better way to usher a few thousands tourists into port, than with a rousing chant and flashing paddles? Okay, so what about a special waka escort for the ships? That would be something different, a unique tourist attraction perfectly suited to Tauranga, the Anchorage of Aotearoa. As with all good ideas, this one will be shot to pieces by red tape, PC correctness, health and safety and any number of pointy-headed bureaucrats hell bent on stopping anything slightly risky or different. There’ll be an exclusion zone around the ship. An exclusion zone around enterprise. A complete ban on enthusiasm. Pointy paddles are bound to be considered a hazard and pupu without inflatable lifejackets and personal EPIRBS sure to be outlawed. But it’s a nice thought, just for a moment, that a waka could one day become our symbol of welcome to these worldy travellers. I’ll let you warm to that for just a moment, before it’s roundly condemned, to the Crazy and Dangerous Basket, by the Fun Police.

Parting thought

Think you’ve had a bad day? Spare a thought for the reality TV contestants who spent a year living rough in the remote Scottish highlands, only to find out on their return to civilisation that the programme had ceased to air seven months earlier. Ten of the cast of 23 contestants of the show ‘Eden’ discovered that after fending for themselves for a year on the desolate Ardnamurchan Peninsula, only four episodes had ever been broadcast. Low viewer ratings meant screening the show was canned after just a few months, unbeknown to the participants. That must be how the United Future Party feels at the end of a term; finding you’ve been putting on a show all year but no-one knows or cares. brian@thesun.co.nz

IMPORTANT STUFF: All material is copyright and may not be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Sun Media makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information and accepts no liability for errors or omissions or the subsequent use of information published. Fishnet stockings originated in Paris among the dancing, acting, and prostitution fraternity; especially the free-loving girls at the Moulin Rouge. Their dress and antics made fishnets the iconic fashion statement in Europe and the world. Broncos sell fishnets. But not the sort you wear.

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Blue for stand down Players and spectators at local rugby games might notice referees have an extra coloured card up their sleeve. As well as the usual red and yellow cards, refs now have the option of awarding a blue card if they suspect a player has been concussed. The presentation of a ‘blue card’ means the player will have to leave the field immediately and will not be permitted to return for 21 days, if aged 19-plus, or 23 days for those under 19. Bay of Plenty Rugby Union referee manager Pat Rae says it’s another sign of player welfare becoming a higher priority. “Changes have been made to how high tackles are dealt with. For example, leading to higher sanctions for any contact with the head or neck region. It’s all part of a wider policy to make the game safer for our players,” says Pat. New Zealand Rugby has made blue cards compulsory for senior rugby in all 14 Mitre 10 Cup provinces, although any referee who is trained in the use of the blue cards can issue them at lower levels. Pat says they can’t be challenged on the field, but the stand-down period following a suspected concussion can be shortened. “The card can be challenged after the game through a medical process, by producing evidence from one of New Zealand Rugby’s approved head injury specialists that the player isn’t concussed.” The card has only been available for two weeks, but it’s already been used. “We’ve had four blue cards since it was introduced in the Bay of Plenty, and all of them have been glaringly obvious concussions,” says Pat. “We had one Under-15 boy knock

himself out. The mother spoke to me and was really pleased someone from the rugby union got in touch about it, and was able to provide information from doctors.” Groundwork has been undertaken with local district health boards since last September, so medical practitioners across the Bay are on the same page as the rugby union. “The word ‘concussion’ is used quite loose and liberally. “But it’s actually a traumatic brain injury,” says Pat. “And when you start using that language with mums and dads, suddenly it becomes a serious matter. “People are starting to take notice and do the right things, like seeking medical attention immediately, or not drinking alcohol after a suspected concussion.” Ryan Wood

Referee Pat Rae. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

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Fatal crash driver jailed A Mount Maunganui woman who drove into three people, killing two and seriously injuring the third, has been sentenced to prison. Nicole Marie Reynolds, 40, was sentenced to three years and six months behind bars when she appeared in the District Court at Tauranga on Monday. The sentencing comes after she had earlier pleaded guilty to two charges of drug impaired driving causing death and one charge of drug impaired driving causing injury at SH29 Maungatapu on July 29 last year. Kenny McCrae, 52, and Leigh Rhodes, 60, died in the crash.

Dolphins released from net A fishing boat skipper forced to release an estimated 30 tonnes of jack mackerel to save six dolphins caught in his net is being praised for his actions by Sanford Ltd – and a boatload of recreational fishers who saw the drama unfold off the Tauranga coast. The skipper and his crew spent about 45 minutes or more trying to get the dolphins out of the net before releasing the lot.

Passengers left banging their heads Ron and Marion Chamberlain wanted compensation for what they describe as half a cruise line experience. “Only half our cabin was useable” says Ron. So, he reasoned, it was worth just half a fare.

to have someone who can provide advice and help resolve problems.” Flight Centre, says Sue, has a ‘24/7 assist line’ for this very reason. For the Chamberlains “stuff happened” as soon as they embarked on The Golden Princess. A set of upper bunks The Chamberlains would have attached to the wall in their accepted $2000 – about half the cabin, almost directly value of their 12-day cruise. But after above one side of the turning down two much smaller cash Chamberlain’s double offers and having their grievance bed. “You couldn’t walk past it thrown out by the Disputes Tribunal, without bending over.” the Otumoetai couple is left with The Chamberlains are nothing – except more questions nearing 80. “And you and some homegrown advice to couldn’t get out of bed would-be cruisers. without cracking your “Cut out the middle man,” head on it,” says Ron says Ron. “Go straight past The Chamberlains the travel agent to the cruise called a steward – “a company when booking, very nice man” – but he because they’re accountable.” was unable to re-assign The travel agency involved, them another cabin. “The Flight Centre, has different ship was full. That’s it.” advice. “Even after a trip is So they endured ‘half a planned, things may not turn cabin’ for the journey out exactly as expected,” says to Melbourne and around Flight Centre’s Sue Matson. New Zealand. “A flight is cancelled, luggage When the Chamberlains got lost, a passport pilfered or someone Ron Chamberlain – passenger home he took up his falls ill while abroad, and when grievance with Princess packed and nowhere to go. stuff happens, it’s reassuring

Cruises and Flight Centre. “Flight Centre offered me $150 to go away.” And Princess, he says, tried to appease him with $200. “No deal,” said Ron. “I didn’t think they would be so mean.” And because Ron paid the travel agent for the cruise he expected it to honour the terms of the agreement and took the matter to the Disputes Tribal. But, said the Disputes Tribunal, it was clear the contract was between the Chamberlains and Princess Cruises. “The booking terms and conditions make it clear the Flight Centre acts as an agent on behalf of travel service providers and does not provide the services itself.” However, in the comments section of the invoice Flight Centre noted that cabin types, deck and cabin numbers maybe requested and are issued upon the cruise company’s discretion and are subject to change without notice prior to sailing. “The particular type of cabin allocated to Mr and Mrs Chamberlain was outside Flight Centre’s control, therefore the problem they experienced was not due to any fault on its part. It follows they have not established any claim against Flight Centre.” Read the full story at www.theweekendsun.co.nz

Tauranga City’s finances show we’re ticking along nicely The impact of Tauranga’s continuing growth is continuing to affect city finances, according to figures presented to Tauranga City Council this week. Development contribution revenue is $29m to the end of February, which is above the full-year budget. The full-year forecast for development contribution revenue has been revised upward to $38m, which is $18m more than was expected by year end. The Treasury Report shows total net debt of $275m with a full-year forecast revised downward to $345m, reflecting the higher development contribution revenue and lower

capital expenditure. Overall, the capital spend on Cameron Rd to develop a neighbourhood reserve using funding from the historic for the first eight months is $59.6m. development contributions in the Tauranga The full-year expenditure has been LTD P3 RESEARCH CUSTOMER:projection PROOF TIME 2/02/201 revised downwards slightly to $120.4m, which infill area. REP ID: LAST RUN: 1189 Overall extra spending is about $5.5 million,02/11/16 is 76 per cent of budget. says TCC city financial controller Kathryn Key changes from the previous forecasts 9X3 SIZE: Sharplin in her report to the Audit, Finance, are due to timing projections for some of the Risk and Monitoring Committee this week. key projects. Most of the unspent budget is Otherwise, city finances are largely on budget expected to be carried forward to 2017. for the first eight months of the financial year, Taurikura roundabout improvements are over budget by $2.6 million. The roundabout on budget for rates and ahead across water and wastewater and non-rates funded activities. was originally to be paid for in a later year of The city is expected to have a small surplus the Long Term Plan. of $1.6 million in the operating result. The council also spent $2.3m buying land

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More than just an owl Charles Williams with Messenger.

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Charles and Janine Williams have been creating an owl – called ‘ruru’ – on the side of a building in Dive Crescent as part of the Tauranga Paradox Street Art Festival.

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The late Tauranga collector Koula Vellinga’s private collection of New Zealand artworks will be auctioned off at Baycourt Community and Art Centre on April 3. Koula died in August 2014, aged 86. The collection features predominantly New Zealand artwork from the 19th to 21st Century plus some European works, and in total 109 paintings will be up for sale. Among the pieces to be sold are a number of paintings by Bay of Plenty artist Arthur Dagley, plus works by renowned Kiwi artists Raymond Ching and Peter McIntyre. Auction organiser and Fine Art Society director Grant Bezett says this is the most significant collection from a single owner to ever be auctioned in the Bay.

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“The design is called Messenger,” says Charles. “It incorporates various elements significant to the area. The ruru is said to have appeared as a messenger on many occasions to local iwi. “Otamataha Pa is along this same stretch of coastline, it’s historically significant. So the mural reminds people how important this site is.” Married with four children, Charles and Janine have been on the professional street art scene for two decades, colourfully outworking their genealogical urban Maori heritage with a strong acknowledgement of wildlife and environment. At the inaugural Street Art Festival in Tauranga in December 2015, they painted ‘Rise of the Guardians’, on a Mount Maunganui wall. This mural of a spotted shag within a Whare design – tukutuku panels – acknowledged the Rena

disaster and its impact on the local birdlife. This year Paradox Inside features seven street artists at the Tauranga Art Gallery. Six of these artists have painted central Tauranga city walls – Paradox Outside – between March 23-31. Askew One is painting at Masonic Park, Yikes at the Spring St parking building, Fintan Magee in the Grey St service lane, Sofles on a Cameron Rd building, Lucy McLauchlan at the Brooklyn Bar & Grill and Charles and Janine in Dive Crescent. And the couple say their ruru design tells the story of the area. “Further along this road, Paritaha Point was the landing site of the Te Waka Tapu O Takitimu,” says Charles. “The waka oars symbolise their arrival and remind us of the great navigators bringing people here to a new land. “They are like compass points,

tucked under the wing of the kaitiaki, a symbol of direction that comes from following great leaders.” Charles says the colours relate to the surrounding area. “A direct link to the ocean, river, sky and the building that sits across the road. “It is about visual balance as people come down the street towards the wall, a unity of space and people looking towards the future.” A walk around all six locations takes about 30 to 45 minutes allowing time for photo stops. The Paradox: Tauranga Street Art Festival finishes on June 15 and includes murals and installations at the Tauranga Art Gallery, the Oi YOU! Collection with its 22 works by Banksy, at Tauranga Art Gallery, the central city murals, and a range of events organised by Tauranga City Council. Rosalie Liddle Crawford

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Focusing on breaking even Maintaining its current level of exhibitions and activities is requiring Tauranga Art Gallery to focus a greater share of resources on securing revenue from donations, sponsorship and other sources in order to break even, according to Tauranga Art Gallery Trust’s sixmonthly report to Tauranga City Council. Providing a gallery commensurate with a growing and maturing city will require a step up again, says the art gallery trust’s Risk, Finance and Admin Committee chair Judith Stanway. While this work has commenced, the gallery reports that there will be a long lead time before the outcomes are achieved. Tauranga Art Gallery’s financial performance for the year shows a mixed performance with operating revenue under budget by $105,544 or 13.7 per cent, and operating expenditure before depreciation and finance cost is $101,190 under

budget or 14.3 per cent. Including depreciation and finance costs, this would result in a net deficit of $16,480 compared to a budgeted net deficit of $14,156. The projections for the whole financial year is for a $82,605 deficit – with the forecast to post a surplus for the 2018/2019 financial year. The gallery exceeded its target for external funding of its operating costs in the six-month period. The target for non-council funding is 20 per cent and the gallery achieved 30 per cent external funding.

Reduction in ACC levies at CCO Improved incident and accident reporting measures at Bay Venues Ltd has resulted in a reduction in ACC levies for the Council Controlled Organisation. The BVL six-monthly report to Tauranga City Council states that while nearmiss reporting increased by 33 per cent for workers and 50 per cent for customers during the same period last year, ACC workplace management has raised BVL’s ACC status from Primary to Tertiary – which reduces ACC levies by 20 per cent, which is a further 10 per cent saving on the primary level. Financially BVL is operating close to budget. Operating revenue at $164,000 is 1.9 per cent under budget but operating expenditure also under budget, by $90,000 or 1.1 per cent. Earnings before interest taxes depreciation and amortisation at $182,000 is below the budgeted loss of $108,000, with the report stating these results reflect budget timing.

Visitor spending up, TBOP operating within budget Tourism Bay of Plenty is operating within its budget while total visitor spending for the first six months was $449 million, a 7.6 per cent growth on the previous year. TBOP’s six-monthly report to Tauranga City Council shows the organisation’s operating revenue is $101,242 or 7.9 per cent higher than budget. Meanwhile, its operating expenditure is $52,451 or 4.2 per

cent under budget providing the organization with an operating surplus of $192,806 compared to its budgeted surplus of $39,114. The extra is mostly due to extra funding for the iPort upgrade that was capitalised of $116,000. No projections are provided for TBOP’s year-end performance but the report notes it expects to continue to be positive to budget.

Frustrations and pleasures as a returning regional councillor Having been a regional councillor from 2004 to 2010, then having a spell for six years, I’m finding it too often frustrating. Yes for five of my previous six years on council I chaired our Transport Committee – and the Regional Transport Committee for four years. These days I sit on the ‘backbenches’, but my passion for improving our environment hasn’t diminished. Last week staff briefed me on the Kaituna River diversion project – aimed at increasing the fresh water flow to revitalise the Maketu Estuary. When we discussed this in 2008 to 2010, this project was to cost about $4m. Today it looks to be closer to $13m – but I have to say that, having just visited the site, I’m very supportive of this project. It has cost too much, and taken too

long, to get to this point, but the reality is it is a great project – that should have great outcomes for the environment. We are finally seeing action, not just words. Well done Bay of Plenty Regional Council. Our regional council has some big issues to deal with, but we also have to learn to live within our means. Central Government ensured prudence in the public service sector as a result of the Global Financial Crisis, and it is time for Local Government to wean itself off its “cost plus” mentality. Ratepayers can expect me to continue to champion my byline: “Action not Words”. If you have a view on these or any other local government issues, I invite you to email me at: andrew@vond.co.nz, visit: www.vond.co.nz, or just give me a call on 021 762 440.

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A knockout night The great Elton John’s assertion – that Saturday night’s alright for fighting – is about to be put the test this weekend in the Fight for Fish.

New code club for kids Kids who like computer games, animation and websites now have the chance to learn to make their own at a free club operating weekly at Greerton Library. Code Club at Greerton Library is primarily aimed at kids aged from eight to 12 who are new to coding. It will have great activities to try out, in a

safe and friendly environment. And Code Clubs are completely free and run by volunteers in association with Code Club Aotearoa. At Greerton Library the club will operate every Wednesday during school terms from 3.40pm to 4.40pm. To sign up, contact Greerton Library.

Graeme Dodd and Will Pere will be in the ring tomorrow night. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

Organised by local boxer Graeme Dodd, the charity boxing event involves more than 20 fighters getting into the ring at Classic Flyers tomorrow night, April 1. They’ll be knocking each other about for a good cause, though, with all profits going to the Bay of Plenty-based charity Wish4Fish. Graeme says it just started as an idea that got bandied about. “A couple of guys I knew had an issue and wanted to settle it in the ring. So I took it a bit further and decided to put on a proper boxing event.” He’s been boxing for about four years, but says it’s very different being on the other side organising everything – particularly as it’s his first event. “We had a couple of late-minute changes, like the venue and date,” says Graeme. He hopes to get some sponsors on board next time. But for now most of the money raised will come from ticket sales, which have been a combination of corporate tables and general admissions.

There will be door sales on the night, too, for anyone who’d just like to turn up, as well as donation buckets. To help with costs, Graeme’s volunteered all his own time and labour. “I’m not taking a cent. All of my personal costs have been paid for by myself.” Most of the fighters are first-timers in the ring, including Will Pere. He did a bit of boxing in his teenage years, but has dusted off the gloves especially for this bout. He was one of the first fighters to sign up to the event, and says he’s looking forward to getting in the ring and supporting Wish4Fish. Does he think he’ll win though? “No sweat,” comes the reply. The Fight for Fish Charity Boxing event is on Saturday, April 1, at Classic Flyers. Doors open 5pm, with the first fight at 6.30pm. To get tickets online, search ‘Fight For Fish’ on Ryan Wood Facebook. Door tickets available.

Aquababes making another splash in the Bay It sounds like a girl group out of the 1980s but it’s actually a swim class – and it’s reprising its good work. Aquababes, which provides free swimming lessons for hundreds of local littlies, is back after a valuable collaboration was forged between BaySwim and McLeods, the crane and transport company. And by the end of the year about 28,000 free lessons will have been provided to local babies and toddlers. BaySwim manager Matthew Strange says generous sponsorship from McLeods means

this year 700 kids aged between three months and three years will benefit from 12 weeks of free swimming lessons as the classes are extended into the school holidays at Baywave and Greerton Aquatic Centre. “It’s well recognised that learning to swim brings mental, physical, social and cognitive benefits as well as safety ones,” says Matthew. According to Water Safety New Zealand research, children aged between one and four years of age are 88 per cent less likely to drown if they have had formal swimming

lessons. Parents enrolling Aquababes for BaySwim quarter two lessons – from May 1-July 23 – then secure first-right-of-renewal for the free quarter three period, from July 24-October 15. Bookings open on March 20 to current BaySwim customers, and from March 27 to new customers. Priority will be given to those taking part in quarter two lessons; thereafter the free lessons will be available on a first-come, firstserved basis. To enrol, email: bayswim@bayvenues.co.nz

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No submission process Western Bay of Plenty District Council has decided not to undertake formal consultation on this year’s Annual Plan for the district. The council says there are no significant changes to this year’s Annual Plan from what was outlined in the Long Term Plan – and for this reason it will not have a formal submission process “as there’s not much to talk about”. Although the council says this doesn’t mean there won’t be information on the plan or opportunities to talk about it. “We’re getting on with the business of doing what we said we would.” The council encourages residents to keep an eye on its website – at: www.westernbay.govt.nz – for more information on the Annual Plan in coming weeks.

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The frontline against crime Helping prevent crime before it happens and assisting Police is an admirable ambition for any community. And it’s achievable, too, with the help of Neighbourhood Support. Neighbourhood Support Tauranga administrator Cathy Hayes says being part of an active group can help to reduce crime in your street. “A group of attentive neighbours looking out for each other – aided by street signs and window/letterbox stickers – is a strong deterrent to crime in a neighbourhood.” Cathy says Neighbourhood Support has been operating in Tauranga for a good number of years, but due to people moving away, or changing contact details, records haven’t been kept up-to-date. “There are also areas where no Neighbourhood Support groups exist, or where previous groups are no longer active.” Fixing these ‘black spots’ is part of Cathy’s current membership drive. “We hope to inject some enthusiasm again.”

And it really does work. Neighbours keeping an eye out have spotted suspicious activity, such as strangers walking up driveways when the house’s occupants are out. Reporting or investigating such things helps prevent crime, or solve it. Members also receive regular updates from Police informing them of crime data related to their neighbourhoods.

But Cathy says, at another level, it’s also about getting to know one another. “As well as helping to prevent crime, Neighbourhood Support also aims to connect neighbours to build stronger and friendlier communities.” Anyone interested in joining their local Neighbourhood Support, or starting a group in their neck of the woods, should get in touch with Cathy on 07 579 2040, or via email: nstauranga@wbopns.org.nz

Tauranga administrator Cathy Hayes is searching for more Neighbourhood Support volunteers. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

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Deforestation on The Strand Wife of 38 years, ‘Ans’, has never seen Gerry’s upper lip. Never, ever. All of her married life she’s had to kiss a moustache. It’s a fine moustache though – of Magnum PI, Tom Selleck-ish, proportions. Thick, bushy and walrus-like. And the five Weber kids, the oldest 36, have never ever seen their father clean shaven. Never. Because for nearly four decades the face of Gerardus Johannes Maria Weber, or Gerry, has been concealed behind extraneous hair, behind the big black beard and moustache – which is now a big grey beard and moustache.

He’s proliferous but groomed. He wears it well. “All our childhood photographs and then all our family photographs, there was always whiskers,” says Maria, the youngest of the Weber brood. “Now finally, finally, I will see that beard off.” But it’s taken nearly four decades and a family crisis to reach this point. “My grandson Xander ended up in hospital after an accident.” There were no broken bones but the doctor thought Xander looked pale and did some blood tests. “Leukaemia,” says Gerry. “I was shocked, devastated. We all were, of course.” And while the family dealt with

the gravity of the situation, the doctors did more tests. “It was treatable,” says Gerry. “We were lucky because, as we know, leukaemia can be a killer.” Xander is apparently a “tough little guy”, has endured several rounds of chemotherapy and sports a tracheotomy and port-acath. He’s in remission but will continue treatment for the next two-and-a-half years. He’s also smiling and boasting a jar of beads – the badges of honour or courage awarded every time he has a medical procedure. “He’s smiling until he sees the chemo gear being rolled in,” says Maria. “He knows what that’s about.” “Now it’s time for this family

There’s money in these whiskers. Gerry and the sacrificial beard.

to give back,” says Gerardus Johannes Maria Weber, the brush salesman know to everyone between Whakatane, Tokoroa, Rotorua, Tirau and Waihi as Gerry. “And I have always said if the occasion is important enough, the beard comes off.” And this is a life and death situation, so it’s off. The beard grown on a honeymoon 38 years ago is coming off. “I’m a wee bit nervous,” says Gerry. ”I don’t know what’s under there. It might be horrible.” So this Sunday morning, April 2, at 11am at the Edgewater Fan on the Tauranga Waterfront a barber will publicly remove the brush from the brush man. A man having a shave will become an occasion, a public event. And on the back of it the Gerry will give back to the Child Cancer Foundation. “They’ve been outstandingly supportive and helpful.” The Weber family has set up a page on the Child Cancer Foundation website where donations can be made, so the foundation can do its good work, assist other families and other little Xanders. The fund is still running. See: taurangalakesandbaysevents. everydayhero.com/nz/the-beard “We raised $3000 in just 48 hours,”

Xander Weber – a three-year-old with pluck. says Gerry. And late this week it was running at about $4800. Gerardus Johannes Maria Weber’s face also tells another story. If the beard has been there for 38 years the moustache has been there forever – at least 47 years. “When I was in the third form at Taupo-nui-a-Tia College, the deputy principal Mr Pointon told me to shave my upper lip. I was a rebel and never did.” So the upper lip has never been harvested. Never seen a razor. On the strength of that story, someone might pay for the honour of removing that moustache. And when it’s off, will it stay off? The Child Cancer Foundation stands to gain from it staying off for four months. The clean shave look will be sponsored. Then it’s bound to come because a beard is always a work in progress – any man can start a beard, but a true man never finishes one.

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Making the jump Vicky Barnett will plummet to the earth this April. But it’s for a good cause. The site manager of Z Energy on Hewletts Rd in Tauranga is familiar with charity work and has gotten behind a number of community initiatives. She’s shaved her head twice, she’s participated in the ice bucket challenge, supported Blue September for prostate cancer awareness and more. But this year Vicky is participating in Drop the Boss, which will happen between April 10-13 depending on the weather – and she’s taking it up a notch. Vicky will be jumping out of a plane thanks to Tauranga Tandem Skydiving – despite the fact she’s terrified of heights. A self-proclaimed acrophobic, Vicky says Drop the Boss 2017 will be her biggest challenge yet. Vicky says that, despite her fear of heights, the big jump will be worth it. “It’s something I can do. I’m afraid of heights but it will be a big thing to get the money that is needed

Shaving her hair is one of Vicky Barnett’s self-less acts for charity.

to go to the right places. “I mean, I can give $10, but what’s that?” And despite her fears, Vicky says her customers are helping get her ready for the plunge. “What is psyching me up is my regular customers. “They’re so behind me, I have a lot of regular customers at my site and they’re behind me all the way and they’re encouraging and that helps a huge amount.” And despite conquering her fear, she says there’s no chance she’ll become a skydiving junkie after her jump. “No, definitely not.” As a cluster the 10 Z service stations around Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke, Whakatane, Awakeri and Kawerau will be collectively raising funds on April 6 at their stores leading up to jump day. You can donate to collection buckets or using Eftpos on-site or online at: givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/dropvickybarnett All funds raised from Vicky’s drop go to the Graham Dingle Foundation. For more information, visit: www.dinglefoundation.org.nz

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A rare chance to see these blokes’ shed “We haven’t been specific with what we’ve Tomorrow, April 1, offers a rare chance to collected, it’s more just been a case of what see what local brothers Nick and Chris Flegg comes along,” says Nick. have in their newly-built shed in Katikati. “There’s some tracked vehicles, armoured They’ve been collecting military vehicles for about 10 years – and while they drive a few to local shows and events where practical, they’ve never opened the doors to their whole collection until now. The brothers’ collection will be one of 14 eclectic displays on show tomorrow from 9am-4pm in the Blokes in Sheds fundraiser being run by Katch Katikati. Tomorrow’s line-up of sheds include early farm and vintage machinery, a coffin club, a woodturner’s workshop, a drum emporium, and much more. Nick and Chris have a collection of military vehicles from ranging World War 2 through to the 1990s.

vehicles, transport vehicles – all sorts really.” The brothers have acquired their entire collection within New Zealand, with some pieces being imported by former owners or decommissioned by the NZ Army. Amongst it is an M113 armoured personnel carrier, a Bren Gun Carrier, a Gamma Goat, a Clark Airfield Tug, several Landrovers, a few Canadian Military Pattern trucks and some Bedfords. The collection was born out of Nick’s love for military aircraft. “Aircraft are quite expensive so we started looking at vehicles instead. We started off with one – and before you know it we’ve ended up with quite a few. “I wouldn’t say it’s an obsession,” says Nick. “We enjoy collecting them, doing them up and preserving history.” The brothers first purchased a little Chev C8AX – known as a puddle jumper. “We bought that dismantled. Another military vehicle lover had pulled it apart with the intention of restoring it and we bought it in a million pieces and put it all back together. “It took about three or four years on and off, but in that time we’d collected another five or six vehicles. “It’s one of those things – as things come along you got to make the most of the opportunity to purchase them. “Some vehicles are quite rare and don’t

come up for sale very often – you don’t get a second chance at buying them.” Tomorrow you can see their entire collection. “They’ll be all in our shed – so it’s good chance to have a good look.” Blokes in Sheds is on tomorrow from 9am-4pm at 14 ‘sheds’ around Katikati

district. Tickets to see one or all sheds is $10 each from Katikati Information Centre or at each ‘shed’. The brochure of ‘sheds’ on show, is at: www.katikati.org.nz Merle Foster

Nick and Chris Flegg with their Chinese ‘Jeep’. Photo: Bruce Barnard.

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With four consecutive New Zealand MX1 title to his name Cody Cooper claimed his fifth crown at the event for his Honda crew while fellow Mountie Rhys Carter, who rides Kawasaki, came third in MX1. Cody, aged 33, had lost his series lead for the first time at round three near Palmerston North two weeks ago – slipping from 13 points in front to one point behind 2016

Australian MX1 champion Dean Ferris. But he was back to his scintillating best last Saturday, scoring a hattrick of wins to dominate the day, re-taking the lead from Ferris and clinching the championship title. As Cody’s fifth consecutive national MX1 title win and his sixth in total, adding to the two MX2 (250cc) titles he won in previous seasons, it’s reinforced his status again as the best motocross racer in New Zealand. Meanwhile Rhys forced his way onto the MX1 class podium at Taupo after starting the day in fifth position overall. He finished 12th overall in the MX1 class last season after missing the first two rounds due to injury.

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Tara’s special night with Adele It was pandemonium. English singer-songwriter and international superstar Adele steps on stage and 45,000 people go off. Cheers, yelling, clapping, whistling, yahooing. But this is Tauranga – 211.4km from Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland and 72 hours after the event. Still, Mum, Christina Cruikshank, is in a flood of tears reliving the moment. “She was beautiful, just so beautiful.” No, not Adele, Tara. Because this is a Mum who was absolutely overjoyed and proud on a momentous night for a 24-year-old totally blind and autistic daughter, who fulfilled a dream by being in the stands last Saturday night. “Aaaww Mum!” There are tears, tissues, touching and tenderness. “I would have gladly paid admission just to see this real live theatre going down right now. Or perhaps Christina was talking about Adele. “I was really, really emotional,” says Christina. “I was telling Tara Adele had a beautiful red dress on.” And Tara was done up to the nines – she had a full face especially for the night, so we will never know who was more beautiful and who mum was talking about. It doesn’t really matter. “And I was clapping and cheering,” says Tara. But what did matter was Christina had been planning for this moment since 2011. That’s when Tara, totally blind and autistic, first heard ‘Rolling

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in the Deep’ on the radio. She was captured. And on Saturday a very protective, giving, loving mum delivered Adele to her daughter – 18 songs and two hours and 10 minutes of unforgettable moments. “I was so excited for her because it’s always something she wanted to do.” And Tara even has the T-shirt to show for it. It’s been a second skin since Saturday night. Did she want to sell it? “Nuh”. Ten dollars? “Nuh.” Fifty dollars, more than she paid? “Nuh.” It is no longer a T-shirt, it is an icon. I asked Tara about the stage – the extraordinary labyrinth of lighting, screens and towers. She had no perception. So what of Adele herself? “She wore a beautiful velvety red dress.” Christina had taken her through that on the night. But the atmosphere and music was hoovered up and absorbed to the point Tara didn’t sleep a wink after the show. But what was a 24-yearold totally blind woman’s perception of Adele. “She looks like me. Well, I don’t know that she looks like me but… “She is tall and slender…like me. She has black hair…like me. “And her voice, her beautiful singing voice.” Her mother explains. “What she felt, heard and ‘Hello’ – Tara in experienced is her own “precious duet with Adele. personal interpretation of events”. It’s just as valid and enjoyable as anyone else’s. And the experience lives on. Read the full story at www.theweekendsun.co.nz Hunter Wells

Getting wet to teach about water Teachers from 10 Bay of Plenty Schools are heading back to the classroom with hands-on training of from a workshop hosted by Bay of Plenty Regional Council at Redwood Valley Farm in Paengaroa this month. The teachers got their feet wet on World Water Day on March 22 as they learnt how to assess stream health and teach students about freshwater use and impacts. Teachers took home a stream monitoring kit to use in each of their schools. Schools and community groups can also borrow kits from BOPRC offices by phoning 0800 884 880.

Waitangi speed submissions Western Bay of Plenty residents have until 4pm today, March 31, to make submissions on a council proposal to introduce slower speed limits through the small township of Waitangi on the outskirts of Te Puke. Western Bay of Plenty District Council is proposing to reduce the speed limit on the section of Te Puke Highway through Waitangi from 70km/hr to 50km/hr and introduce electronic 40km/hr speed signs that activate during school drop-off and pick-up times. To submit on the proposal, see: haveyoursay.westernbay.govt.nz

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Pay and display machines go paperless Tauranga City’s pay and display parking machines will start being upgraded to a paperless system from next Monday, April 3. Customers will need to enter their licence plate number when paying at the new machines. The machine sends this information to Tauranga City Council so there won’t be any need to display a paper ticket on a vehicle’s dashboard. Enforcement is done via licence plate recognition, the same as for the city’s Pay My Park app. It will take about three weeks to change over all of the machines. Parking officers will be on hand to help people get used to the new system. For more information, contact TCC on 07 577 7000.

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Worlds then Olympics He’s off to represent New Zealand at the junior world competition for C1 canoe slalom in Slovakia, but his sights, long-term, are set firmly on the Olympics in Tokyo in 2020. And Jack Egan seems right on track. “If I keep training and competing like this during the next three years, my dream might just become a reality.” But his immediate focus is Slovakia. At 15 Jack will be one of the youngest members of the under-18 team heading off in July. He will compete against the world’s top junior paddlers from Oceania, Europe, the United States and Russia. “I’m really excited. The waters are faster and tougher and the drops steeper than here. It’ll be a really good experience,” says Jack. The Bratislava course is one of the toughest in the world and the Year 11 student is training 10 to 12 hours a week under coach Pierre Labarelle to prepare. This year Jack’s been focused on developing race experience and is likely to stop off in Pau in France to train prior to the junior world races in Bratislava. In preparation, Jacks competed at a number of K1 paddling and C1 paddling events including the Mangahao Open and Oceania. At the Australian Open in Penrith Jack finished top New Zealand under-18 paddler in the C1 race and fifth overall. After completing the New Zealand Secondary Schools Canoe Slalom Jack Egan competing in competition this April, he’ll take part in the New Sydney, Australia. Zealand Nationals competition.

Daylight saving ends this Sunday Bay of Plenty residents need to wind back their clocks by one hour before heading to bed tomorrow night, Saturday, April 1, with daylight saving coming to an end. The Department of Internal Affairs says the New Zealand Daylight Saving period will end this Sunday, April 2, when 3am becomes 2am. As well as changing clocks, the DIA says

the end of daylight saving is an opportune time for people to check their household emergency plans and survival items and home smoke alarms. The daylight saving period runs from the last Sunday in September to the first Sunday in April. This year daylight saving will recommence on September 24. Full background information on daylight saving in NZ can be found at: www.dia.govt.nz

Let the Lunchbreak battle begin! A new lunchbreak challenge – designed to get office workers active this autumn – is set to begin this April. The free workplace challenge, where teams participate in three events during April and May, is the brainchild of Cooney Lees Morgan and Sport Bay of Plenty. The three events – on April 20, May 4 and May 18 from 12pm-1.30pm at Wharepai Domain – will see corporates go head-to-head in a series of hands-on activities that will test their mental and physical agility, all in just 45 minutes. Corporates will test themselves in The Amazing Race, Brain and Brawn Obstacle Course and the Clash of the Corporates finale, where one team will be crowned the 2017 champion. Western Bay of Plenty recreation advisor Michelle Barns says the Lunchbreak Battle is a great teambuilding exercise, with a bit of friendly competition

sure to provide plenty of laughs along the way. “Companies may choose to enter more than one team for a departmental face-off, or simply take on their local competition in the name of fitness and fun – either way, it’s an opportunity to escape the office and reboot the brain!” Michelle says there are a number of key health benefits associated with getting physical during the working day, as part of the Ministry of Health’s Sit Less, Move More mantra. “Just 30 minutes of physical activity is shown to have a hugely positive impact on your overall wellbeing, including improved concentration, mental agility and fitness levels; reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes, as well as decreased stress levels. “The Lunchbreak Battle is designed to be challenging, interactive and above all else fun – so come down and give it a go!” Teams of three must register before April 13 at: www.sportbop.co.nz

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Buying and choosing mussels carefully Some wonderful friends are in France at the moment. And to be honest, I’m madly jealous. This time a few years ago we took a trip to the Basque region of southern France and an abiding memory is watching our youngest son take on a huge bowl of Moules à la Marinière – in English, mussels in wine and cream – while sitting at the harbour’s edge in St Jean de Luz. The only thing that was a little difficult to explain was the tiny size of the Atlantic mussel when compared to our delicious greenlipped mussel here in NZ. Preparing mussels is actually very easy if you follow a few simple rules. Firstly, buy carefully. Choose each mussel individually and discard any that are cracked or damaged, and once home don’t soak in cold water but place a wet cloth over top until needed. If mussel is open and will not close on sharp tapping, it is dead and should be discarded. Also throw away any that feel heavy. Now to the cleaning bit, bear in mind that the mussel is alive, and if you are rough it will protect itself

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Savouries that divided a nation The humble steak and cheese pie has proven to be a crowd favourite among Kiwis after beating out the mince and cheese by a small slice. Customer satisfaction research and ratings business Canstar Blue surveyed more than 2000 Kiwis to find out the nation’s favourite, and discovered it was a tight race between the steak and cheese and the mince and cheese – with steak winning by just one per cent. Canstar Blue spokesperson Emma Quantrill says it’s been a survey to divide the nation. “Although steak and cheese has retained top spot as our favourite pie filling, mince and cheese has gained an additional eight per cent in popularity since last year. Between them, they look to have the market cornered.” Steak and cheese won the hearts of 28 per cent of those surveyed, with mince and cheese claiming 27 per

cent, while the potato top pie had only 14 per cent. And although one in five people has a pie at least once a week, for over half of us, pies are definitely a treat food. For women, this rose to 60 per cent. “Pies are very much part of the Kiwi culture,” says Emma. “The golden pastry and hot fillings oozing out with every bite you take are a real treat and it’s the taste and texture people appreciate the most. “So much so, over a quarter of the people we spoke to said they would make a special journey to buy their favourite pie. “That’s dedication!”

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Devoting one day to waste Western Bay of Plenty residents are invited to waste this Sunday at Historic Village learning how to clean their own backyards – and ultimately that of the planet.

resources to make the product but also it costs a lot to dispose of these products or its packaging once we’ve used them. “So if we all do our small part in our everyday lives we can make a powerful difference to the health of everyone – not only ourselves but everything Sustainable Backyard living on this planet.” Month’s last event for 2017 And changes don’t need to is ‘Clean Up Your Backyard’ be radical. this Sunday, April 2, from “If we all do one little 10am-2pm. thing it makes one huge step Envirohub’s Sustainable towards change. I think that Backyards regional event is really important – plus it is coordinator Diana Donker also quite fun, easy to do and says it’s a chance for people not expensive. to learn how simple and “Because people think small changes to the way they being sustainable or green is dispose of waste can be part expensive – but it’s not. of a huge step to creating a “Ways to reduce or healthier planet. re-use waste are actually very “Normally we do an cost-effective.” envirofest – but I’ve noticed It’s all about going back to there’s still a lot of people basics, says Diana. around here who don’t know “Basically, one generation Why Waste director Leo Murray, Sustainable Backyards event how to recycle and what they has made a lot of rubbish co-ordinator Diana Donker and Te Maunga Recycling Plant can do to reduce waste going manager Victor Howe pulling out rubbish that could be recycled. [products] that we don’t need to landfill.” – so it’s about going back to “That’s something that’s out of plastic bottles, glass is very the way our parents, and generations before really close to my heart because it affects valuable for making products, milk bottles them, used everything up. everyone – we can all do a little bit to make are also a really good product to recycle, so “They looked at a product twice before the change. So I decided to go for a day is cardboard.” they threw it away – if they could use it, that’s completely about waste,” says Diana. At 11.45am Leo Murray from Why re-use it or use part of it they would. This Sunday there’s a line-up of activities Waste will talk about organic waste, worm “Whereas today we think it’s broken, and talks for young and old alike, farming and compost. throw it away and buy something new. starting with a mini clean-up challenge at “People probably don’t realise that 40 per “It’s going back to a simpler way of living 10.15am to show people how much litter is cent of waste going into our rubbish bins – that is not so harsh on the planet.” actually around. and into landfill – is organic waste that we The ‘Clean Up Your Backyard’ event “This is to show if we all do our bit can do something with. this Sunday, April 2, from 10am-2pm at we actually can make quite an effect [in “So Leo will talk about different Historic Village, Tauranga. minimizing waste].” ways of dealing with this organic waste,” Entry is free – and the event is weatherAt 10.30am is a Great Waste Race, aimed says Diana. Merle Foster dependent. at kids, led by Tauranga City Council waste At 12.30pm children can make a bird educator Sue Matthews. feeder from recycled material – “Children receive a bucket-full of clean and Diana herself will finish the rubbish and have to sort this into recycling event at 1.15pm by talking about bins, a sink, a compost bin and a general ‘Zero Waste at Home’. waste bin as quickly as possible. The fastest “Here I will talk about simple, child wins a prize.” practical ways of reducing At 11am Te Maunga Recycling Plant waste at home.” manager Victor Howe will talk recycling. Diana says the main message is “He’s really passionate about recycling. what we do with our waste affects “So he’ll tell us what can be recycled, what us all – and it affects our health, happens to it when we put in the recycling and the health of our planet. bin, where it goes from there and what is “Waste not only uses a lot made from it – this will really showcase that of money, energy and natural recycling is worthwhile,” says Diana. She thinks many don’t bother recycling because they don’t know where it ends up – or how it is re-used. “Some people have got the feeling nothing happens to it – but in actual fact, something does. “Wheelie bins are made

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Build on your knowledge by visiting blokes’ sheds If you have building projects you need some nous for – or have a yearning to work with wood – then five stops on the Blokes in Sheds Ramble tomorrow will appeal to you. Fourteen eclectic sheds will be on show tomorrow, April 1, from 9am-4pm as part of the fundraiser being run by Katch Katikati. And shed number four is the Pakeke Lions Menzshed at 227 Wharawhara Rd, Katikati. More than just a shed – it’s a place for men to tinker away on different projects – including those with wood – and much of what they do is for community. So it’s a great chance to learn or be introduced some great building skills.

Shed number five is The Craft Shed at 1 Marshall Place, Katikati. Here Ron Cordell has been taking old wood and turning out exquisite furniture, showing recycling and upcycling at its best. And he’s happy to assist local blokes with their projects.

Shed number six is the Katikati Coffin Club. Have you ever thought of building your own coffin? Well, here’s your chance to find out more. The club has 130plus members building their own

‘underground furniture’. Visit the club at 227 Wharawhara Rd, Katikati. Shed number nine is Brian Barton’s perfect blokes’ escape at 37 Sedgemoor Lane, Katikati. Brian, who is part of the Hauraki Woodturners Group, got his first lathe in 1984. And shed number 14 is owned by Ray Zander. He altered an old packhouse at 138 Tuapiro Rd, Katikati, into his ideal blokes’ shed, which he’s used for the production of more than 100 items crafted from new and recycled timber. Ray has worked with timber all of his life, from logging to milling, to cabinet making and owning a joinery factory. So have a cuppa with him

Driving the city council to raise rates or not? The Government has been facing pressure about housing and so has passed the buck onto that perennial “whipping boy” – local councils and their ratepayers. This week we debated the Government’s new requirements for council to not just zone more land residential but now provide enough water, roads, stormwater and sewage to developer’s land before they build on it. I say requirement because if we don’t Government can sack your elected council and appoint commissioners like they did in Canterbury. Before you get too excited at that prospect, let me explain what building this new infrastructure will cost your city. Today our debt is $275m with a debt to revenue ratio of 179 per cent. To comply with Government’s new demands and keep running the

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city we could have to borrow up to $800m by 2021. This would give us a dangerous debt to revenue ratio of more than 300 per cent. Our major lender has said it “will more than likely cease lending to council” if we pass 250 per cent and may “require all debt and outstanding interest to be repaid”. One way council can keep its debt to revenue ratio below 250 per cent is to increase its income. How? By increasing your rates! Government has said council can borrow off it to build the infrastructure, but it’s still debt. Several of my colleagues have rightly said there is no way they will allow the city to get into $800m of debt – and I agree. Will Government change their loan offer to a grant to keep growth going? Or will they require ratepayers to pay more?

tomorrow – and learn from him! So if you want to check out some building projects, or pick the brains of some local ‘builders’ and project maestros, then check out the Blokes in Sheds Ramble tomorrow from 9am-4pm

around the Katikati district. Tickets to see one or all sheds is $10 per person from Katikati Information Centre or at each ‘shed’. To view the brochure of ‘sheds’ on show, see: www.katikati.org.nz

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An ‘anchor’ for Katikati Western Bay of Plenty residents now have an idea of how the new $4.5m Katikati Service Centre, Library and Hub will look with its final design being released this month. The library section of the final design for the Katikati Service Centre, Library and Hub. for Katikati and fits really well from the Community Reference The final design, released by with the vision that was set in the Group, an architect and staff. Western Bay of Plenty District Katikati Town Centre plan.” The community hub will have Council, will see two buildings The build is being funded two large spaces with the ability to being built – the library and a by WBOPDC and Katikati seat up to 180 people in total, two community hub. Community Board through the smaller 10-person meeting rooms, The library will have an open Katikati Town Centre Fund, the an art and exhibit space, a kitchen plan building with the library and Katikati Community Roading able to cater for large groups – and council services on the ground fund, the Recreation and Leisure all areas will have WiFi. floor, an outdoor reading room Reserve, and a lottery grant, WBOPDC group manager and a heritage centre celebrating with the remainder being a council infrastructure services Gary Allis Katikati and the wider district on loan. Work on the Katikati says they wanted something the mezzanine level. library and community hub begin that would be an anchor for the The council has also finalised the in July with it planned to be Katikati town centre. interior design of the community finished by early-2018. “This is an exciting development hub building, incorporating input

Bathware with a difference As the nights begin to cool, the thought of relaxing in a nice hot bath starts to become more appealing. And when it comes to buying a bathtub, Unique in Tauranga offers bathware with a point of difference. Unique is a designer range of stone composite bathware designed to transform your bathroom into your unique sanctuary. Richard Knight, who is a Unique is a designer range of stone composite bathware. supplier to Elite Bathroomware Plus, the stone composite is simple and easy to in Auckland, says bathtubs can be customised to your unique needs and are available clean, says Richard. “The resin and polymers form an impenetrable barrier to liquids. The surface is in white, grey and black. resistant to staining, heat and chemicals.” “Unique stone composite is manufactured from And in addition to superior performance and stain recycled marble and has a minimal impact on the resistance, Richard says the special blend of resin environment. and polymers mixed with natural marble, creates a “It is created using a patented stone composite material that is warmer to touch and lighter than formula which requires no sealing or treatment natural stone. during its life, allowing designers to create eco“The product is readily adaptable and allows sensitive bathrooms featuring stone bathware.” freedom of creativity and total customisation Richard says the Unique product is available in capability for projects.” various finishes and has the ability to be embedded Richard is bringing a pop-up store to Papamoa with virtually any added component. Plaza during the month of April for the End of “The formula creates a finish and feel that is in fact Financial Year Sale. closer to natural stone in look, feel and appeal.”

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Desirable development and lifestyle destination Safe, secure and near the water’s edge, Waterview Estate in Omokoroa is part of the prestigious Lynley Park.

“We at Kingdom Group believe in creating communities,” says Juliet Allen of the Kingdom Group. “What makes our communities unique is their freehold title, no age restriction for residents, and an emphasis on safety and security within a professionally landscaped and maintained environment.” Juliet says their philosophy is based on the belief that people have earned the right to live in a safe and

secure environment, in a varied closer community, which exists within a wider community. “Residents own their own property and have the right to sell as they please and retain the full capital return. Our communities are designed to be inclusive rather than exclusive.” “There are also attractions including a stroll on the

Alternative living workshops in Papamoa Today, March 31, Papamoa Community Centre and Library will be hosting an introduction into co-housing and ecovillages from 6.30pm. Entry is $10 per person at the door. An informative talk will be provided by Robin Allison, who is an Earthsong initiator and project coordinator. Earthsong is an eco-neighbourhood in Auckland, an urban co-housing development and a model of socially and environmentally sustainable urban living.

And if the evening isn’t enough, register for the eco-village and co-housing workshop happening tomorrow, April 1. The day-long intensive workshop starts 10am and will focus on the feasibility and logistics of establishing an eco-neighbourhood in the Bay of Plenty. The cost is $50 per person and registration is essential. For more information and to register, visit: www.tinyurl.com/cohousingbop

nearby beach, a walk along the peninsula’s coastal walkways, or visit to the local cafes, restaurants and shops.” Juliet says the fully-fenced estate boundary with electronically controlled gates offers residents peace of mind. “It enables residents to relax not just in the warmth and comfort of their own home, but within a safe and secure living environment.” Residents will also enjoy freehold ownership, administration by a body corporate, with a resident on-site manager. “At Waterview Estate, there is ample room for your own courtyard garden, but you will also enjoy the benefits of a fully-landscaped and professionally

maintained community environment.” “Quality comes first,” says Juliet. “Our quality brick and tile, two and two-bedroom-plus-study homes are maintenance-free.” There are various floor plan options, including semi-attached with single and double garage options or freestanding with double garage. The homes feature designer kitchens, aluminium joinery with double glazed windows, carpet and tile flooring, full insulation and sunny courtyards. “If this sounds beyond your reach, think again, because perhaps the most extraordinary thing about Waterview Estate, is just how affordable this wonderful lifestyle opportunity is.”

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Solutions to your gutter problems It’s that time of year again where leaves start clogging up your gutters and rodents start trying to get into the

warmth of your roof space. Not any longer, because Rachael Patterson and her team have the solution.

As the area manager for locally-based Gutter Solutionz, Rachael has seen first-hand how good the product is and has one fitted to her own home. “Gutter Solutionz is the only New Zealand-made gutter protection system in NZ, it is fully supported by the NZ manufacturer with a 12-year track record of protecting homes in NZ,” says Rachael. Her honesty and easy-going approach is consistent with the company’s values of solving problems as opposed to selling unnecessary products. Gutter Solutionz services both residential and

commercial properties and has a range of products to suit most roof and spouting types – they even offer a colour match service. Servicing the entire Bay of Plenty region – from Katikati to Whakatane and everywhere in between – if you’ve got a spouting problem, Rachael and her team are happy to help. For more, visit: www.guttersolutionz.co.nz or to arrange an appointment with Rachael, call 0800 333 101. Don’t forget to also ask about the new revolutionary plumbed gutter flush system. Rachael Patterson.

Council bids for government funding The Tauranga City Council has put its dibs on $256.1 million of Government funding aimed at increasing housing supply. It’s the Housing Infrastructure Fund, or HIF, and it’s a contestable $1 billion designed to help high growth councils progress infrastructure projects which provides for new housing. The $265.1 million the Tauranga City Council is applying for is an interest free loan and would pay for four projects that will allow city-wide growth and open new urban areas. They’re the Waiari water treatment plant, the Te Maunga wastewater treatment plant upgrade, and infrastructure for the Te Tumu and Tauriko West urban growth area. Submitting the HIF

application is non-binding and a further assessment of the risk, in respect of strategic and financial impact for ratepayers will be undertaken. Councillor Steve Morris is “ a bit grumpy about it” but supported the application. “It’s pretty dangerous. “It transfers the political risk, that heat that central government is feeling about affordable housing supply - and transfers that risk into a financial risk for ratepayers.” In many ways it is financial suicide says Steve. “I don’t think the ratepayers realise the grave consequences of having to follow this direction. “But by bidding the council can continue discussions with central government and other councils on possible alternative funding structures.”

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‘We have got you covered’ As well as creating amazing deck areas DeckHQ has now added another component to their successful offering.

The guys from Deck HQ - John Weatherley and Ben Lythe.

John says nobody wants to deal with multiple suppliers on their building project. “Our goal at DeckHQ is to offer our

customers a one-stop shop for all their outdoor requirements. The Sunvue system goes a long way to completing that picture.”

When Ben Lythe and John Weatherley got together, they quickly decided that DeckHQ had to offer the full outdoor solution. They are very pleased to now be able to offer the Sunvue covered pergola system. “We are now able to allow our customers to enjoy their wonderful outdoor areas come rain or shine,” says Ben. “Maximising your time outdoors is always a big consideration.” The Sunvue system consists of aluminium framing with 6mm polycarbonate sheets that block out 99 per cent of the sun’s UV rays, says Ben. “The framing can be powder-coated to almost any colour required, offering a contemporary look with beautiful styling.” The Sunvue designs are extensions to your home, providing a pathway to the outdoors. “Every house is different with clients that have wide ranging needs, so rather than offer a catalogue of designs each and every Sunvue covered pergola is bespoke design.”

Business hub build project has been blessed The building of a new Community Business Hub in the city – led by led by the Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust – has received a site blessing this week. A dawn karakia to mark the beginning of site preparation for the building at Historic Village on 17th Ave has been followed by the start of the enabling works. The ceremony was led by the elders of Ngai Tamarawaho and focused on acknowledging CBC Construction Ltd and those who’ll be working on the site. TECT has purchased land within the village grounds from Tauranga City Council to build the hub, and partly develop some adjoining green space for communal village use. CBC Construction has been confirmed as the main contractor for the development, with construction work expected to commence mid-year. The community hub, named The Kollective, will be managed by SociaLink, a separate trust that provides support for the social sector.

The co-working facility will provide essential support to community organisations within Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. The goal is to create an environment that increases the capability and effectiveness of these organisations through better collaboration, communication and sharing of best practice. The Kollective will be the largest of its kind in New Zealand and is a result of extensive engagement with community organisations to understand key areas of support required to enable delivery of effective outcomes to the community TECT general manager Wayne Werder says his organisation has been working on the concept of a community hub for some time. “We’ve had strong feedback from community groups that they would see value in a shared working space, so it is exciting to reach such a significant milestone in the project,” says Wayne. The Kollective will provide flexible working spaces, wrap-around services such as business advice and marketing, as well as opportunities for community organisations to collaborate with others.

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Cranking it up near Katikati Vintage machinery – including a hay stacker with a possible link to a local family – will come alive on April 9 when Tauranga Vintage Machinery Club’s Crank Up Day happens at Katikati. Co-organiser Eric Green says the day is for people of all ages – but is also a chance for club members who spend considerable time researching and restoring vintage machinery, vehicles and equipment, to demonstrate the result of their work.

“We received a lot of positive comments from those who attended, including many from people who had a direct association with the type of machinery and equipment on display.” But one item of particular interest this year will be a hay stacker being restored and reassembled by Larry Williams. “We think the hay stacker, or parts of it anyway, may be the same as one operated in the area by the Henry family,” says Eric. A photograph of the Henry hay stacker appears on the website: www.katikati.co.nz with a caption reading: “Haymaking with a stacker and two-horse gate sweep. The gate sweep gathered the hay

and pulled it to the stack. Once done, one side was uncoupled and pulled around to be hooked up to start again. This photo was e his mpts to balanc taken on the Henry Eric Green atte tor see-saw at last trac family farm”. Farmall on the nk Up Day. “We can’t be entirely year’s Cra sure the stacker we have is the Henry one Members of other vintage but it does represent the kind of machinery clubs, including equipment used in area in the from the Waikato, Hauraki Plains early days of farming,” says Eric. and Rotorua are also expected to To find out more about the take part. hay stacker – come and see it in The event runs 10.30am-3pm action along with other vintage and will be signposted from machinery on Hot Springs Rd, State Highway 2. Admission is Katikati, on April 9. by donation.

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Orchids in Te Puke Mowing mangrove Orchid growers and enthusiasts can ditch the gloves and trowel next month and head to Te Puke for a showcase of the delicate flower.

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The Bay of Plenty Orchid Society is hosting the Te Puke Orchid Show next Friday, April 7, and Saturday, April 8, from 10am-4pm both days. There will be orchid plants and pot sales, bromeliads and carnivore plant sales, speciality stores and raffles, Te Puke Art Society paintings, and refreshments. Entry is $3 per adult and children gain free entry – little ones also receive an orchid plant to pot and take home.

Bay of Plenty Regional Council’s new hovercraft has been out in estuaries around the Tauranga Harbour dealing with the new mangrove seedlings that have been popping up during March. Auckland-based company Fieldmaster designed the solution, which is a purpose-built hovercraft fitted with a mangrove seedling mowing unit. It’s been designed to have minimal impact on the estuary bed and other wildlife. The hovercraft has a downward pressure on the estuary bed of just 0.17 psi. That’s less than a human footprint and means that no discernible tracks are left behind. At a maximum mowing speed of 20km/hr it is expected to mow up to 50,000m2 – or five hectares – per hour. The plan is for trained pilots to operate it in 11 of Tauranga Harbour’s estuaries, removing up to 600ha of mangrove seedlings from consented areas each year.

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Plant a tree this Arbor Day Bay of Plenty residents – along with fellow Kiwis around the nation – are being challenged to plant a native tree on Arbor Day on June 5, 2017, to set a record for the most trees ever planted on one day in New Zealand.

of native trees being planted in NZ, with more than 400,000 pledged thus far for 2017. This Arbor Day campaign will capture a separate count to see how many trees will be planted on June 5. Trees That Count’s overall target is to see 4.7 million trees planted in NZ in 2017 – one tree for every person. The Tindall Foundation co-founder Sir Stephen Tindall is passionate about the project and encourages people to get involved. “Planting native trees in your neighbourhood, on your farm, at school or outside your office is one of the best things you can do for the local environment and for the planet. “It is also a great way to bring people together and connect with your local community. “Trees help record the history of your family and grow alongside you and your children. “I’d love to see our streets, parks, playgrounds, front yards, farms, hillsides and rural areas full of trees and New Zealanders able to enjoy all the benefits they bring for generations to come.” If people are unable to plant a tree themselves, they can support the campaign by donating or gifting a tree for $10, which will be planted on their behalf. Pledge, donate or gift your tree at: treesthatcount.co.nz

The challenge comes from Trees That Count, an ambitious new programme aiming to increase native tree planting in NZ – to help restore and enhance the environment, encourage biodiversity in cities, clean air and waterways and make a tangible difference to climate change. Funded by The Tindall Foundation, and delivered by Project Crimson Trust in partnership with Pure Advantage and the Department of Conservation, Trees That Count is a conservation programme developed to inspire every Kiwi to join the movement to plant millions more native trees for future generations. Calling on our good old Kiwi ‘can do’ attitude, our love of the nature and the outdoors and our spirit of getting behind a cause, Trees That Count is encouraging people to plant a native tree on Arbor Day and record it at: www.treesthatcount.co.nz Trees That Count is already counting the number

Bay title goes to Reporoa The Waikato/Bay of Plenty Regional FMG Young Farmer of the Year title for 2017 has been taken by Reporoa sheep and beef farmer Richard French.

The 27-year-old farm manager won the title last Saturday in Te Awamutu and took home $12,500 in prizes including a Honda XR150 motorbike and $1000 cash reward from FMG. Richard will join six winners from other regional finals at the competition’s grand final in July at Manawatu.

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The pinnacle of the scouting journey It may be three years away – but scout groups from the Bay of Plenty and beyond are already looking forward to the next New Zealand Scout Jamboree.

The Turf to Surf troop – which included 28 youths and 10 adult leaders from separate scout groups in Greerton, Arataki-Omanu, Papamoa and Te Puke – flew to Blenheim in December 2016 for the 21st national

event. They were joined by six scouts and a leader from Australia. Turf to Surf troop leader Christine McCahill says jamboree is the pinnacle of the scouting journey where lifelong memories and friendships are made, skills are put to use

and new experiences abound. “Highlights for many was the helicopter ride, shooting activities and the enjoyment of being among a huge number of scouts.” Christine says jamboree is an amazing experience. “Many of our youth were challenged just

by being away from their parents for 10 days. “They quickly learn they need to be self-sufficient within their patrol systems to be able to deal with the long days and late nights.” The next jamboree is scheduled for 2020.

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Forum to coach the coaches It’s a powerful line-up of sporting knowledge. And coaches from all sports at all levels are invited to tap into it.

“You will get a lot of good ideas,” says Alan Trotter, who is chair of the BOP Ferns Club, which along with the Toi-Ohomai Institute of Technology is presenting the 2017 Sports Coaching Forum. “And they will also see there is a heck of a lot to learn.” The forum at the Windermere Campus next Friday, April 7, will hear from internationally acclaimed sports nutritionists to sports psychologists, from former national coaches to sports environmentalists who are considering heat and altitude for training and recovery. And other respected presenters on many other aspects of sports

coaching. There’ll also be a discussion on managing social media in sport. “The principal outcome is that people who are doing sports coaching in all codes understand the value of getting qualified,” says Alan. “And what we are doing is putting high quality presenters in front of the coaches and showing them some aspects of sport they have probably never thought of.” Alan says there are a lot of people coaching in sport, particularly the lower levels of sport, who are acting with extreme bona fides. “They are extremely genuine people, but a lot of them haven’t gone through the coaching courses and therefore some of the skill development is not as good as it should be.” The BOP Ferns Club thinks that’s a terrible shame for youngsters whose sporting careers

start off the wrong way. “It’s also an opportunity for top coaches, and we are hoping to attract them,” says Alan. “Every time a coach listens to the coach of another code they invariably get new ideas.” The 2017 sports coaching forum will be at the Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, 70 Windermere Drive, Windermere, next Friday, April 7, between 8.30am and 5.30pm. Tickets are available at: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/2017sports-coaching-forum/ bay-of-plenty/tickets Or you can take your chances and turn up on the day.

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Happy to accept ‘I’m not superwoman’ I’m not superwoman! I tried. I failed. I’m very happy and accepting of this fact. To be superwoman meant working, studying, running the household singlehandedly, providing healthy meals for the family, being available for my children’s every needs. Being an attentive, fully present wife and having time for exercising, meditating, volunteer work and being a great and present friend. Ha, ha, ha. Last year, after 12 years of full-time motherhood, I felt the need to be part of the “working” world and get a paid job. The reasons were varied but primarily I needed to get back on that horse, spend time with adults and use my brain. The fact that my CV was on a floppy disc – Google

my internal wheels were it if your under 30 years MICHELLE’S falling off. of age – did not do my Throw in a husband confidence any good. MUSINGS With Michelle Muller who’s an MP, away lots But surprisingly, I got and works weekends and a job after only three its election year. Well…let’s just say the interviews. writing was on the wall. The hours were a tad more than I would The decision came after many sleepless have wanted, but given who I would be nights and much discussion with the working for – the best boss ever – and the husband. I wrote my resignation letter to fact I could take all of January off and one see “how it felt”. It felt the right thing to week in every school holiday, the extra do. The ‘right’ thing to do is not always hours were worth it. what we want to do. But I had to be I loved my job. My boss is one of realistic and reality was kicking me hard up those genuinely good guys, who has so the backside. much integrity, and is generous of his The best boss ever was amazing and time and understanding. The industry totally understanding when I resigned. was interesting, and the wider team was And in a case of decisions being awesome. I couldn’t believe I had landed reinforced, the day I resigned I went to pick such a great package. up my daughter However, after 10 months, reality had from school sunk in. I was running around like to find her a headless chook. Missing school with a terrible notices because I hadn’t got to headache and my emails. Takeaways became a very high fever. bog standard every Tuesday night, Two days of on top of the Sunday night fish work home and chips, because the after-school with a sick wee schedule was nuts. I wasn’t spending girl! time with the kids on their homework So I share so lost oversight. The library books my story for kept getting returned late. There those out there, was always someone who couldn’t who like me, find clean and dry underpants, and

Going green with our growing children Growing children who live sustainably, respect nature and have a heart for the environment is easy. Here’s some of my tips on how to achieve this. Be a good role model – parents who reduce, re-use and recycle inspire the same kind of thinking in their children. Take them with you when you visit the transfer station, wash the car together on the lawn and use eco-friendly household cleaners and toiletries. Spend time building their appreciation of the great outdoors by being responsible with rubbish and respectful of flora and fauna. Pack a ‘fantastic no plastic’ lunchbox. A packed lunch should not only contain healthy choices – it should also minimise waste. Store food in re-usable

containers rather than cling wrap. Bake at home to avoid buying overpackaged snacks. Where possible include whole foods that do not contain preservatives. Recycle food scraps into the worm farm or compost it into the vegetable garden. Make it fun – capture your child’s imagination by making new toys out of recycled materials or by putting on a ‘world of wearable arts’ fashion show. Work together to create a worm farm or to plant native trees that attract birdlife. Open your children’s eyes to the simple things they can do every day that will preserve their clean-green surroundings. Just think how many trees each child will save throughout a lifetime of sustainable practices. Start teaching eco-friendly habits early and you’ll be amazed at how readily your children adopt these practices into their daily routines.

realise you can’t be everything to everyone and that sometimes the hardest decisions are the best ones. Be kind to yourself, own your reality and be brave. And if you’re looking for a job with great conditions with a great team and the best boss ever, then let me know!

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New funds for vessel’s new home The Waihi Beach Coastguard is one step closer to building an extension for its newest vessel, the $197,000 purpose-built AVOCO Rescue. Western Bay of Plenty District Council has unanimously approved the coastguard’s funding application for $20,000 toward a building extension to house the rescue vessel.

AVOCO Rescue was launched this month at a public ceremony, with WBOP Mayor Garry Webber speaking about the importance of council supporting such a cause. “Ensuring the safety of residents and visitors at our District’s popular coastal locations is a core priority for council,” says Garry

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The unwritten rules of diving There are many unwritten rules in our society. Dress up for a job interview, remove all metal from your face, have a bath – you know, stuff like that. These rules can only be learned two ways. The hard way, which we all know about. And the easy way, which is by listening to someone else. If you are a teenager, then there’s just the one way really. Here’s two examples, both involving diving and stupidity. My favourite kind. Don’t tell Mrs Brown you are going diving when you have already left. Don’t take your maximum allowable amount of scallops and crayfish when you only need enough for a feed. You see these two rules are exactly the same. They both involve making a choice rather than breaking the law. If you take 20 scallops and six crayfish every time you go diving, and so does everyone else on your boat, and you go out every weekend, and so do hundreds of other divers. Then it’s not long before we are all moaning about it being hard to find a feed. Just take enough for what you need, not what you want to brag about. Frozen crays taste bloody awful anyway. The other example I gave wasn’t really a choice. I did ponder it afterwards though at the same time I pondered how small the dog kennel had really gotten, and it was leaking too. Must get that fixed before winter or the dogs and I are going to be cold as well as wet. Bad evolutionary decision for humans, giving up on lots of body hair. Reminder

to self…don’t comment on Mrs Brown’s body hair. Alrighty then, let’s go over some more unwritten rules of diving, unless you are a teenager in which case just skip to the end bit. Don’t launch your boat and then leave it unattended for an hour at the boat ramp when it’s busy. Hard to believe, but this will annoy other boat owners…go figure. Don’t steal crays from someone else’s cray pot, even if you did take a bearing on it and managed by accident to find it underwater. If you are the only one to catch crays on someone else’s boat, share them. It’s a long swim back. Don’t forget to put the first fish/crayfish/scallop back as a gift to Tangaroa, or Poseidon, depending on who you believe to be the god of the sea. With 3500 gods, one of them has to be real I guess. Don’t pull your dive buddy’s mask off because you think he needs to practise replacing it. Trust me, it’s still not funny. Don’t tell the MAF guy you didn’t know the size or number limits. They don’t think it’s funny either. Don’t forget to check twice that you have everything before leaving home. Don’t blame the dive shop when your tank O-ring leaks; we don’t own the O-rings, you do. Don’t tie fish you’ve just speared to your weight belt; unlike MAF, sharks do find this funny. Don’t drive your boat right next to someone else’s when they are fishing, this is probably the most unfunny thing you can do. And finally, teenagers who have skipped ahead. It’s good to make mistakes and learn the hard way, just try not to do it twice.

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The future of marine motors Mastertech Marine has been a Mercury Dealer for 20 months. “We are very pleased to announce that this is very positive decision for Mastertech marine and our customers,” says Mastertech Marine director Karl Rastrick.

“Mercury Marine is the largest manufacturer of marine engines in the world and their product is world class quality.” Karl says they have a fantastic range of class leading products in terms of quality, reliability and efficiency. Conventional 90hp two stroke engines are on the way out, says Karl, with all leading brands moving out of production of these engines. “Four strokes are the future of outboard motors as they are now as light and as powerful as anything else available and have superior reliability.

“We have done the right thing offering our customers a superior product that compliments the other brands we sell and offers a better investment when purchasing a boat or engine package.” Mastertech Marine prides itself on its workshop and their technical knowledge of more than 60 years collectively. “We have all the very latest diagnostic equipment and factory trained technicians servicing all

brands of outboards.” To celebrate their success in partnership with Mercury Marine, the company has some one-off specials to offer while stocks last. “So don’t miss out if you are in the market for an outboard motor.” Mastertech Marine would like to thank its very loyal customer base for their custom and look forward to more exciting news to come, including expanding its products and services in the Bay of Plenty.

MasterTech Marine owner Karl Rastrick and technician Stefhan Steer.

New unit manager for coastguard Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard’s new unit manager Steve Russell is, after two weeks, in awe of the people who make up the organisation.

contact the skippers and crews – and out they go. “It’s just amazing, I feel immensely proud of what they do here,” says Steve. “I feel blessed that I got this job. I just can’t get over the volunteers. They are such a closely knit group of people, friendly, very caring and the hours they put in are amazing. A non-boatie, Steve has been hired “I love this place; it’s a privilege and that’s because of a background in the financial the truth.” services industry, and is tasked with Steve’s new job is a result of a rejig of roles. running the finances of a volunteer Three part-time jobs now run the coastguard, organisation that has 70 volunteers, with Steve as unit manager, Tania Williamson runs a 24/7 radio watch, and crews two the administration officer, and Donna Bennett rescue boats. as health and safety training officer. There’s “My understanding is this is virtually also Peter, who comes in once a week and the biggest coastguard outside of looks after the coastguard assets, or vessels. Auckland, it’s a busy place,” says Steve. Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard Tauranga volunteers helped more than is part of the NZ Coastguard 300 people last year. They were federation. But like other called to 135 incidents and coastguards in the Bay were involved in another 15 of Plenty cluster, such Police-controlled search and as Waihi Beach and rescue events. new uard’s coastg eer volunt nga Maketu, it is responsible Taura The radio operators take for its own fundraising. unit manager Steve Russell. the calls, the duty officers

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Fun run for a serious cause This Sunday people will be pounding the pavement at Mount Maunganui for charity, as part of the Run For Life.

The fun run is organised by Tauranga physiotherapist Cath McFadyen and her husband Ian Thompson, and

offers the choice of a 5km run/walk, or 10km run, both starting at the Mount Surf Club. Cath says all funds raised will go towards supporting the PINC & STEEL Cancer Rehabilitation Trust. “We provide cancer rehab services,” says Cath. “They enable cancer sufferers and survivors to gain control, which is so important to improve pain, body image, continence – the list is endless. “Cancer and its treatments can have negative side effects, so the rehabilitation assists with improving functional gain and overall quality of life.” As a physiotherapist, Cath works with the trust’s clients, so she knows first-hand the good work the charity does. “We also have personal stories as well.

We’ve either have cancer ourselves, or lost someone to cancer. “So it’s something we get wholeheartedly behind.” Cath says any funds raised stay in the Bay of Plenty, making the fun run a great local fundraiser to support. The 10km run starts at 8.30am this Sunday, April 2, while the 5km run/walk starts at 9.15am. People can still register online at: runforlife.co.nz As for the unpredictable weather, Cath says be prepared to brave the rain if it comes. “It would only be postponed if it was terrible storms.”

Some of the runners at last year’s event.

Stress isn’t good for anyone Most of us know too much stress isn’t good. Especially if we like to sleep at night. Our minds are strong and when they start spinning thoughts at a million miles an hour, they are difficult to slow down. Stress can be physical, like trauma when you have an injury, but nowadays stress tends to be psychological, fuelled by our strong, stubborn minds and the thoughts they create. Worrying about the meeting you have on Monday is an example. Your mind creates thoughts about how difficult the conversations will be, how that one annoying person will react to your comments and before long you are in full anxiety mode. Your thoughts about the meeting, which hasn’t happened yet and therefore isn’t even real at this point in time, have an effect on your physical self. Your blood pressure

might increase, your heart might race; you might start to breathe differently. If you continue to think about the meeting, you will have a prolonged physical response to that thinking. If your life is a constant haze of scenarios like this, then your physical body is in a constant state of action. Understanding that thoughts have an ability to effect physical health is step one. Learning how to change old thinking patterns is the next step and can be hard, especially after decades of those patterns. It takes training and a plan to change the way you think. Knowing that stress has an effect on your physical wellbeing is one thing, changing it takes work. But just like an exercise programme, it’s worth it.

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Healthy living festival for all walks of life The Healthy Living Festival has been running for more than 20 years – and “it’s an event that can help people from all walks of life,” says organiser Ruth Mansford. “Every guest walks out with a smile on their face.” This year’s Healthy Living Festival is at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre on April 1-2. From massage and food products to crystals and spiritual healing, Ruth says there’s something for everyone. Ruth says even if festival-goers don’t want to experience a natural treatment, they can soak up

wonderful energies from people who do care about you and your health and wellbeing. “If you are worried or need confirmation on something you can talk to one of our mediums who could give you peace of mind.” Magnolia Minerals will be there with their crystals and they are also bringing their pyramid for people to experience mediation. “The shape of the pyramid and surrounding crystals can make you feel very relaxed, ignoring all sounds around you,” says Ruth. There are free seminars all weekend on a variety of subjects. The Healthy Living Festival is at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre, 11th Ave, from 10amDebbie Bryant sitting in the ‘pyramid’.

Being aware of the risks of diabetes Mention the word ‘diabetes’ and Diabetes Help manager Debbie Cunliffe says most people immediately switch off. “Unless, of course, they themselves have diabetes or know someone else who has.” Debbie thinks this is where we, as a nation, are failing. “The truth is, diabetes or pre-diabetes is currently affecting one in four people.” “Knowing what we do about the genetics in type 2 diabetes; we can no longer purely blame people for their lifestyle choices. “We need to embrace the fact that some of our legacy is due to a complicated

combination of genetics and other inherited factors.” Debbie says early diagnosis can help reduce the risk of terrible complications such as blindness, amputation and kidney problems. “Surely this makes it everyone’s problem.” Diabetes Help and the local Heart Foundation aims to make diabetes and heart disease everyone’s problem by visiting local businesses to talk about the risks. Contact them now and ensure your workforce is aware of the risks.

“Treat a person as they are capable of being and that person will become what they were intended to be” – JOHANN WOLFGANG VON GOETHE. When a person is given the space, acceptance and encouragement to operate from their integrity, or wholeness, it gives them new ways of looking at themselves and their surroundings. When you see

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the possibilities that exist in another, and treat them as if they were already operating from them, you give this person the opportunity to step into those potential skills and make them real. What could you do to build more awareness in yourself of others’ potential abilities? If you’d like to know more about coaching or supervision phone Mary Parker, The Fast Track Coach, on 07 577 1200 or 021 258 2145, or visit: www.thefasttrackcoach.co.nz

5pm on Saturday, April 1, and 10am-4.30pm on Sunday, April 2. Entry is $5 per adult, which includes a free raffle entry, and under 14s are free. Refreshments will be available. “See you there”.

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Getting ready for nationals There are 13 boys “fizzing at the bit” and training like crazy at Papamoa’s Gordon Spratt Reserve ahead of next Friday, April 6.

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The baseballers are the first team from Tauranga City Baseball Club to enter a national tournament – the New Zealand Under-13 Ripken Championship 2017. Tauranga City Baseball president Shane Woolley says sending a team to the championship on April 6-9 in Rosedale, Auckland, is a huge feat for the new club. “Most regions, right down to Christchurch, send teams to this championship. You can enter a team – you don’t have to qualify,” says Shane. TCB started in 2015 with four very passionate baseball-loving committee members and about 40 players. There are now 70-plus players and a committee of 11. Shane says the upcoming national championship has an added incentive – players can get selected for a NZ Ripken team, which heads to Aberdeen in Maryland, the United States in July-August to play in the Ripken World Series. Shane says at the start of this season – last October – TCB told its players they’d select a squad for the national championship. “We ran a trial – and now essentially have an under-13 representative team.”

Left: Jack Gilligan hopes his club’s representative team catch a win at the championship next week. Right: John Heo at Gordon Spratt Reserve. Shane says this year the tournament final is being televised on Sky Sport 1 and commentated by major leagues baseballers from the US. “This is the first time ever a diamond sport has been on Sky Sport 1 in NZ – so it’s huge for baseball. And obviously with our Tauranga team going to the tournament we’re going to do our best to try and make those finals.” Shane says the boys are “absolutely fizzing” about going. “Just having the opportunity to go and play against other clubs is big for them. “Because baseball is such a new sport, the opportunities to play against other teams is few and far between. “To be able to go and compete against teams in similar age groups and compare how our club is

against others is an awesome opportunity. “And the boys will get a game under light – so they are really excited about that. They are chomping at the bit – and ready to get into it.” At the start of this season, TCB had two Kiwiball teams for those aged four-nine and three Under14 squads playing locally at their homeground Gordon Spratt Reserve. “And we’ve actually picked up more players for the under-14 teams – and for Kiwiball we’ve picked up another five kids. “There’s even kids that are keen to play through the offseason coming up – they’ve got a hunger for it, so that’s awesome.” To register a player with the club, email: Taurangacitybaseball@gmail. com or search ‘Tauranga City Baseball’ Facebook. Merle Foster

Laundry that is simple and fuss free

A new self-service laundromat has opened in Papamoa. substantially.” The eco-friendly washing machines come A new self-service laundromat has opened in 8kg, 18kg and 28kg sizes with the large washers ideal in Fashion Island, Papamoa. for bulky, heavy duty items like feather duvets, mink blankets, sports gear and curtains. The New Zealand-owned Liquid Self Service “The large and extra-large washers and dryers are ideal Laundromat offers the latest smart key payment for families and mothers to save time because they can technology. Owner Bruce Davidson says using smart do all of their washing and drying for a week in about keys is simple and fuss-free. one hour, saving water and energy.” “Simply purchase a reloadable key next door at The There are two Liquid Self Service Laundromat sites, at Slate Bar or Centamax Superette for $3, load it with Fashion Island and 586 Cameron Rd in Tauranga City. whatever value you choose and clip it on your key ring, Both sites are open from 5am-11pm daily. “And ready to use whenever you like.” all you need to do is top-up your easy-key in normal Bruce says all services at Liquid Self Service hours,” says Bruce. Laundromat are very affordable – with washing from Smart keys can be used at any Liquid Self Service just $4 and dryers from $3 for 20 minutes, which will Laundromat nationwide. dry up to three loads of washing. For more information, visit: “Plus, by doing all of your washing away from www.liquidlaundromats.co.nz home you can lower your monthly electricity bills

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Roadmap to successful marketing Tauranga Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free workshop, Roadmap to Successful Marketing, on April 7. The session will focus on how to ramp up sales and profits without having to drain business funds and resources. The workshop is at Club Mount Maunganui on Friday, April 7, from 9am-12.30pm. Register with Tauranga Chamber of Commerce.

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Prime Minister Bill English has recently announced Trade Agenda 2030 setting out a bold, ambitious and aspirational plan for New Zealand’s international trade moving forward. As the local MP for an equally ambitious and aspirational trading region, the Bay of Plenty, this announcement is music to my ears. I see an opportunity. New Zealand’s future rests on being an open, outwardfacing nation that embraces the economic opportunities that trade provides with both hands. As much of the world turns inward in the wake of Trump and Brexit, we must push onward to capitalise on new opportunity. International trade is vital for our economic security and hundreds of thousands of Kiwi jobs depend on us getting it right. We are a small exporting country in the South Pacific, quite isolated geographically from the rest of the world. It is easy to forget this because we punch above our weight. Against the odds, Kiwis

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Bay drivers backed by Paddon Rally Foundation Three Bay of Plenty Car Club members are among 31 rally drivers and co-drivers to receive support in the first round of applications offered by the Paddon Rally Foundation. Established by star Kiwi rally driver Hayden Paddon early in 2016, his foundation aims to assist NZ rallying at all levels over many years. Max Tregilgas, 20, James West, 16, and Jonathan Shapley, 31, are successful from the 80-plus applicants for the first round of funding and product support. More than $30,000 worth of cash, fuel vouchers thanks to Z Energy, race gear from Chicane Racewear and rally entries from Marathon Car Club and Eastern

Southland Car Club have been allocated to the successful applicants who ranged in age from 12 to 58. The foundation, with its governing board of six including Hayden Paddon as the chairman, fulfils his desire to give back to the sport that’s given him the opportunities he needed to create a career as a professional rally driver. “While year one is the introduction year as we build the base of funding and sponsors, for us to be able to assist 31 drivers and co-drivers on our first year of operation, I think is a good first step,” says Hayden. “The foundation will only grow over the coming years to help more people. The vision is to encourage new competitors and generally grow the sport of rallying in NZ from grassroots level to national/ international level. “And the foundation is more than just the financial support; each successful applicant also has access to

us and the board for advice and help.” The foundation’s board comprises of Hayden, his father Chris Paddon, directors of Paddon’s management company Hayden Paddon RallySport Global Limited, Peter Swaney and Peter Anderson, the foundation’s solicitor Simon Dorman, and longtime co-driver John Kennard. In line with their goals of helping rally competitors at all levels, the foundation specified three categories for applicants for the first distribution round. Novice/club – no age limits, drivers and co-drivers competing any level of club motorsport/rallying. Rally – all levels of club/national rallying, no limits on age or experience. National and international – drivers and co-drivers under 30 competing nationally in the New Zealand Rally Championship or internationally. A new category for car clubs to seek support is planned for later in 2017. For more information, see: haydenpaddon.com/paddon-rally-foundation.

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Doing Tai Chi at 90 years old Ever thought your grandmother would be doing Tai Chi at 90?

It’s a weekly reality for the residents at Radius Althorp in Tauranga thanks to the facility’s full-time physiotherapist and qualified Tai Chi instructor Dianne Otene. Dianne, who has worked at Radius Althorp for 15 years, oversees the physical fitness of all residents and staff. One year ago she introduced the residents to Tai Chi and the

importance of transferring their weight slowly which, according to Dianne, acts as ‘balance training’ for those at risk of falls. “Tai Chi is a great way to maintain optimum mobility or help restore mobility after injury or illness and the residents love it,” says Dianne. “It strengthens joints, circulation, breathing and aids mind relaxation by concentrating on slow smooth regulated exercises.” Radius Althorp is one of the few aged care facilities to employ

a full-time physiotherapist and the benefit of this is Dianne gets to know clients well and cater for their specific needs and abilities with the support of the Althorp Radius physio support team. “It’s important to get to know the clients so they feel safe and confident with the treatment options I’m recommending,” says Dianne. As well as practising physiotherapy and Tai Chi, Dianne’s other treatments include hydrotherapy and deep tissue

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Intimacy and sexuality in aged care A pilot study exploring attitudes to sexuality in aged residential care facilities highlights the need for better understanding of the intimacy needs of the elderly. Lead researcher Associate Professor Mark Henrickson, from the School of Social Work, and School of Nursing senior lecturer Dr Catherine Cook, hope to extend their study. It demonstrated a significant number of staff, families and residents are managing complex situations without clear processes to protect residents’ rights and safety. The Kiwi feasibility study was carried out at a single residential facility in an urban area, as a precursor to a large national study, pending research funding. Catherine says with little or no education or

guidelines in place, nursing and other staff generally use their own judgment – usually based on their own moral code rather than focusing on residents’ sexual rights. “They are managing the situation as best they can, but when dilemmas become complex, staff don’t know what to do. “Intimacy and sexuality in aged care is complicated. You have, for example, the issue of cognitive decline, and trying to work out if a person is able to make their own intimacy decisions, and if not, who should be making them for them,” says Catherine. “Adult children, although often excellent advocates for their ageing parents in all other respects, may be very unsettled with sexuality-related issues. “Residential aged care facilities are people’s homes and yet there is a lack of true privacy in many facilities.” Catherine says this lack of privacy means behaviours, such as masturbation, may be readily interpreted by staff as inappropriate “because staff may lose sight of the understanding that this is a person’s home”. “Adult children may be embarrassed about a parent’s long-standing preferences of which they had no previous knowledge, such as cross-dressing. “Adult children may insist staff put a stop to behaviours they deem ‘deviant’, and staff are torn with uncertainties, trying to juggle families’ wishes and residents’ rights, wellbeing and dignity.”

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Tauranga retirement village reaches 100 A Papamoa retirement village is set to be one of the largest in New Zealand, with more than 350 residents expected by early-2018. The $185 million construction project of Pacific Coast Village, which employs many local trades, recently accommodated its 100th villa and has a further 70 villas currently under construction. “We are experiencing unprecedented demand locally as well as nationally – particularly from Auckland – for our high-end retirement villas and the five-star facilities on offer,” says Graham Wilkinson, director of the Generus Living Group that operates and manages Pacific Coast Village. Once complete, Graham says Pacific Coast Village on Maranui St will be one of the largest retirement villages in New Zealand – sited on more than 40 acres in a prime, beachfront location. The village is set within tropical gardens where residents can enjoy a new indoor 25m swimming pool, spa and gym complex, an international size bowling green, beach boardwalk, alongside many other social and leisure activities. Construction is well underway on the village’s main community centre – The Beach House. Wellness • Mobility • Training Later this year construction will also start on serviced apartments and a care facility, to ensure all residents can be catered for into the future. “We see it as critical that care is provided on-site as part of the promise we make to residents,” says Graham. “While the vast majority of residents will not require care for some time, it is part of our futureproofing, and demonstrates that our care, if required, is at the highest level of design and service.” Jean and Ross Irvine recently moved

into Pacific Coast Village’s 100th villa. They’ve lived in the Bay for nearly 35 years and didn’t want to retire outside of the area. Ross says they had a look at all the local retirement options but Pacific Coast Village was the obvious choice. “We love how close the village is to the beach and the pool and gym were real drawcards for us. Everything here is of an extremely high standard and we wanted that for ourselves in our later years.” Another deciding factor for the couple was that they already knew of several friends who had moved to the village and who were enjoying an active and independent retirement in a safe and secure five-star environment.

Jean and Ross Irvine recently moved into Pacific Coast Village’s 100th villa.

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New interests, new friends Retirement from full-time employment allows time to pursue new interests, form new circles of friends and perhaps, if finances allow it, travel. The Friendship Force gives you unequalled opportunities to do just that, says member Reg Clothier. This year the Friendship Force Club of Tauranga Western Bay of Plenty will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the founding of Friendship Force International. With more than 15,000 members in 70 countries worldwide, FFI provides opportunities to explore new countries and cultures by bringing people together at the personal level. Founded in 1989, the Friendship Force Club of Tauranga WBOP has 40 members. Their monthly meeting on the third Sunday of the month may include a guest speaker, a fun quiz, car rally or pot luck meal. “Coffee mornings on the first Thursday of the month are always popular as are the group outings, soup lunches etc that are arranged throughout the year,” says Reg. Inward exchanges from abroad occur two or three times a year.

Sharing good food and conversation are high on the list on Friendship Force Exchanges. Members may choose to host visitors in their homes for the entire visit or as little as one day. “Alternatively, you could get involved in the activities planned for the visiting ambassadors like the welcome and farewell dinners, a bus trip to Rotorua or small dinner parties.” This year’s main overseas exchange for the local club is to Japan and Taiwan. For more information, visit: thefriendshipforce.org Or: friendshipforce.org.nz Or contact Reg Clothier on 07 562 0694 or 0220114776 and Barbara Procter on 07 5745711.

Support to enhance the quality of life Every week, Lucia Gracie heads over to the Oakland Lifecare retirement home and asks for Dorothy Smith-Durham. And every week, Lucia gives about an hour of her time to Dorothy. Lucia does this as part of The Salvation Army’s senior services befriending programme. Senior services is a free service that arranges support to enhance the quality of life and social well-being of lonely and isolated older people living in the community.

Lucia Gracie, Dorothy SmithDurham, and Gaylene Harvey.

The befriending programme is part of that, and sees volunteers matched up with elderly people, who then arrange to spend time together during the week. Lucia says she’s passionate about the elderly and this service gives her the opportunity to share her love. “I am very close to elders and I just want to serve them, just to contribute love and affection to them. “I don’t have my mum anymore, so I give my care to the elderly here.” Originally from the Philippines, Lucia says she has been in New Zealand for 10 years in May, and Dorothy enjoys their time together. “I always listen when she’s talking and I really appreciate her. She’s really a nice lady. “Dorothy always gives me a hug before I go. She says: ‘Oh Lucia I am very grateful you came’.” For more information, contact senior services co-ordinator, captain Gaylene Harvey, phone 07 578 4264 ext 742 or visit www.salvationarmy. org.nz/seniors

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No need for pricey proposals I see the first of the choices for the structure of the State Highway 2 Katikati Bypass. Call me a cynic but I’m not surprised to see proposals for huge roundabouts, great areas of private properties cut into and totally new concepts in design being presented to confuse and divide opinion and incidentally divert huge amounts of money into the hands of planners and contractors unnecessarily, as well as ensuring the bypass will not be operative before the year dot. The northbound bypass can veer off the highway at the pull-off area on the left past the packhouse, pass southwest of the dart factory and RSA and Citizens

building, under Henry Rd and Rewaka Drive and be bridged over the Henry Rd ford - as was always the intention. Southbound traffic from Katikati town turning onto the bypass to travel north can do so from centered hatching. A minimum of road widening at Marshal and Henry roads would also enable a hatched marking to safen this intersection. The turnoff north of town should work safely also with a hatched marking. By diverting most of the heavy traffic, I fail to see the necessity of the hugely expensive proposals being proposed. P Martin, Katikati.

Stop signs are for stopping! A recent report on our city mentioned cars not stopping for stop signs. Part of the Land Transport Act says a car’s wheels must stop rolling at a stop sign. As a result of an earlier happening I stood at one intersection recently and in under 10 minutes I saw nine cars break this law. The reason I did this was that a few months before I had stood on the corner of 11th Ave, Christopher St

and St John’s St and in the space of 15 minutes, counted 45 cars doing the same thing. So I wrote to the NZ Police Community Roadwatch detailing the above paragraph’s facts. I’m still waiting for an answer. If they happen to have a blitz in the next week or two and you get caught, perhaps you should read The Weekend Sun. R McGuinness, Tauranga City.

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A week ago I walked down a service lane behind Grey St and there was a two or three-storeyed plain brick wall. People, including myself, just walked on by. The next day there was a rather complex numbered matrix on the wall. People slowed, looked and wondered. The day after there was a bloke on scissor lift two storeys up making sense of the matrix. It was something called street art, a mural was evolving. Four days later there’s the wonderful study of a bricklayer or a stone mason

– doesn’t matter which because people were a stopping, gazing, talking. They were people who moments before didn’t know each other and certainly wouldn’t have stopped to talk otherwise. “Bloody good, isn’t it,” said the TrustPower worker taking a fag break. It is bloody good and whoever’s idea it was to bring street art to Tauranga should be congratulated. I don’t know a Monet from a McCahon but I am an instant convert to Tauranga’s street art. S Smith, Otumoetai.

Build roads when you build houses When are the roading authorities and the politicians going to wake up and see the mayhem being created at the Omokoroa Rd intersection with State Highway 2? The Government has gone and plopped a Special Housing Area on the Omokoroa Peninsula – and together with other residential developments – houses are popping up faster than mushrooms. But still there is only one already highlygridlocked intersection in and out of the peninsula. Waiting residents get anxious and pull out onto the highway in front of traffic going 100km/hr in both directions. When are these planners going to learn to build infrastructure when they build new subdivisions? And not leave all old and new residents in congestion for years afterwards?

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A city of poor recyclers and composters “Sobering” new information has emerged on Tauranga’s attitude to rubbish and the way it’s disposed of. A waste audit presented to the Tauranga City Council this week shows about 70 per cent of waste sent to landfill from the city’s kerbsides could be recycled or composted. “It’s a sobering report and it’s my view our current waste system is untenable,” says TCC environmental committee chairman Steve Morris. He believes the city will need to make changes. “We are letting the environment down and slipping behind the rest of New Zealand too.” Other aspects of the waste audit include the fact most kerbside waste that could be diverted from landfill is made up of household food waste. And about 40 per cent of waste sent to landfill through the city’s two transfer stations could be recycled or composted. And a sign of the city’s growth is that Tauranga’s construction and demolition waste has increased by 207 per cent since 2010. As part of the council’s newly-adopted Waste

Management and Minimisation Plan staff have been studying how much of Tauranga’s waste is being sent to landfill. The Government-funded study has so far included a community survey, two extensive audits of kerbside waste collections and two extensive audits of transfer station waste. It’s a significant piece of work, according to TCC waste minimisation programme leader Rebecca Maiden. It’s the first time an audit of Tauranga waste has been undertaken to this level of detail. “It establishes an accurate baseline for our community’s waste habits and we’ll be able to use this baseline to measure the effectiveness of any new services or changes to the waste facilities.” Waste audits were done in spring 2016 and summer 2017. More audits are planned this winter and autumn to establish a baseline across all four seasons. “Once we have completed all of the waste audits, we will need to consider what options we have, as a council and as a community, to divert more waste from landfill,” says Rebecca. Once the all of seasons’ audits are completed the council will be presented with a range of potential options through the next Long Term Plan.

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They’re sucking on the teats of the state It continually amazes me that so many people think they are entitled to so much. From the rich to the poor, including those in the middle, the world has never seen so many people, so entitled to so much. Ever. From the very top of the food chain comes the entitlement to pay less tax. There are many ways to do this and there are now so many actually doing it, that everyone else thinks they’re entitled to do it, as well. Entitlement has been so popular it has seeped into the middle classes who, if they can get away with it, now behave in a similar fashion. It has become so natural to think like this, that most people don’t even blink when they do it. Look at Gareth Morgan, the Opportunities Party leader. This individual is a millionaire many times over, but he openly admits to paying the tax to the equivalent of someone earning $70,000 a year. He admits it’s morally wrong, and then does it

anyway. Why? Because it’s legal. Meanwhile, down at the other end of the ranch, in amongst the scrub where the rats and wildcats live, the poor are paid with billions of dollars of welfare - read handouts - every year and they too believe it is their entitlement. ‘I’m entitled to this welfare. It is my right’. Of the $70-something billion it costs to run the New Zealand government and public services every year, well over 30 per cent of that, some $25 billion, is spent on the young and the useless, the pregnant, the sick, the painfully unemployed and the elderly. Now the elderly part I can live with, as they’ve earnt - in theory - their pension. The jury is still out on the sick and the sorry, with the rest being freeloaders. Each and every one of them are encouraged to apply because they are, yes you guessed it, entitled to it. Entitled, by law, to suck on the teats of the state. So, what have we got? We have the top 30 per cent arranging things with their accountants so they minimise their tax paying responsibilities, and

Piano performances that delight many Baycourt had a Steinway Open Day on March 26, and we enjoyed the morning session. The Friends of Baycourt had organised this opportunity for pianists of all sizes and ages to play on this grand piano - the ‘Rolls Royce’ of pianos - in the big auditorium. To get this piano in Baycourt, it took a lot of dedicated people to organise a lot of fundraising; to collect a lot of money; with a lot of efforts for three years. Finally this baby grand piano arrived in Baycourt on March 2009 from Hamburg, Germany.

The inaugural concert with the Steinway on centre stage was one to remember, when Prime Minister Helen Clark unveiled it to the public on March 21, 2009. This month some pianists had their dream come true to play on a Steinway Grand

Rip-off pricing in NZ Amazon setting up in Australia has set retailers off whining again about the unfair advantages. Well folks lower your unfair rip-off prices and we will shop here. I would rather support a NZ shop than buy from overseas. However, when I can buy better shoes from a small retailer in the United States for NZ$70 including freight there is no way I will buy a similar shoe here for $275 to $300. Rip-off pricing in NZ will - in the end - drive every shopper to the internet. The only purpose a shop will have in the end is a place to view a product then buy it online. Further I bought a Bose stereo system retail in the US for $1200. The same system here at the time was more than $4000. Come NZ retailers get your act together sell for less and sell more. Turnover is the key to success not what the traffic will bear. Retailers have to make a profit to survive but let’s see it at fair level. I know all retailers are not the same, but too many are. A Bourne, Bethlehem.

Piano. Each pianist had half an hour to play their heart’s content. Some of the younger pianists were inspired by the sound and the looks of this piano. Piano teachers awed the small audience with their skills, and one teacher most probably fell in love with this baby grand piano. It was an enjoyable morning for everyone present there. This continued till later in the afternoon. Thank you Friends of Baycourt for creating this opportunity. M Authier, Mount Maunganui.

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the bottom 30 per cent who are either sucking the state dry, or if paying any tax at all, are entitled to apply for other forms of state support, making their nett contribution to the country zero or thereabouts. What’s left in the middle is the remnant of the oncefamous middle classes, most on salaries paying PAYE as they go. So amazing are these entitlements, mainly found in western cultures, that they attract millions of other people who want to be a part of such a ‘wonderful’ system, to the point where the queue to receive these benefits is now longer than the queue to create them. How much longer can this carry on? G Martin, Otumoetai.

Friday 31 March 2017

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Take the last train to ‘Goneville’ Greetings from somewhere underwater out back of Te Puna.

So much for a clear run through till Easter. And it was Easter that I’d promised to write about this week, a

guide to all the street entertainment that will be coming your way in a mere couple of weeks. But sometimes you get interrupted... That’s what happened this week when I went into my favourite bookshop –

Books-A-Plenty on Grey St of course – and discovered an event happening next Friday, April 7. Many of you will be aware of Nick Bollinger. And many will not. But don’t feel in any way tragically un-hip if the name Nick Bollinger means absolutely nothing whatsoever to you. If you are judging fame on a scale of one to 10 then I would consider myself a one. (Nick’s about a three: not bad at all but it’s hardly a hanging matter if you haven’t heard of a three). If you know of Nick it’s most likely through the services of National Radio. Or as we now call it, Radio New Zealand National. I wonder why that’s not catching on? Nick is the friendly, smooth-voiced music critic who has been fronting music review programme ‘The Sampler’ for years and years, always insightful, knowledgeable and interesting, with an impressive ability to see the big picture when examining a specific new release.

Musical enthusiasm

One of the many pleasures of hearing him on the radio is that Nick always seems to be bubbling with an almost boyish enthusiasm, so I’m happy to report that, having run into him at gigs and other events through

the years, he is exactly like that in real life. I first met Nick before I realised he was a music reviewer, since he’s also a fine musician; he plays bass for my absolutely favourite New Zealand blues band of all time, the phenomenal Windy City Strugglers. He’s about the only bassist I know who plays upside down lefthanded and – damn! He makes a great job of it. The reason Mr Bollinger is coming to town is that he’s just written a book, a rather wonderful memoir about his early life both familial and musical. It’s called ‘Goneville’ and Nick Bollinger. musically follows Nick’s adventures in the 1970s when, as an 18-year-old, he went on the road with singer Rick Bryant’s band Rough Justice. The book is fascinating, a real insight to New Zealand life then and a great snapshot of many a New Zealand musician. And that’s one of the lovely things about taking a dive into the seventies with Nick: it does put into sharp relief just how much things have changed in this country, especially when he talks about people you might know and what they were like back then.

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WHAT’S ON

One Tauranga musician featured is the inimitable Robbie Laven. At the time he and singer Marion Arts were fronting the Red Hot Peppers and there is a description of them supporting Dragon at the Wellington Town Hall in 1976. Being more than 40 years ago, of course, it’s a bit hard to recognise the Robbie we know and love today in Nick’s historical description: “Their leader is Robbie Laven, a bearded, unsmiling figure who surrounds himself with instruments – flutes, mandolins, saxophones, guitars – all of which he plays at least competently and some spectacularly...”. How times change! Lest there be any confusion about who it is when you now see him play – Robbie has shaved off his beard. I was planning to read the book anyway but it was one of Tauranga’s newest judges, the honourable and groovy Paul Mabey, who reminded me by recommending it. He was at Victoria University during the general time of the memoir (though probably avoided the large amounts of marijuana that frequently pop up in the tale). I’m glad he did – it’s a fine piece of work and will resonate with many who lived through those times in New Zealand And Nick’s in town next week along with another Kiwi autobiographer, Adam Dunning. They’re on a whirlwind tour and will be in conversation at Books-A Plenty at 6pm on Friday, April 7. It should be interesting; and it’s free. watusi@thesun.co.nz

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HLAH celebrates ‘13’ with 13 shows For more than 25 years now, legendary Kiwi band Head Like A Hole has rocked stages from Gore to Kaitaia and everywhere in between.

Since bursting on to the scene in 1990, the loveable Wellington lads have been through a lot, so much so frontman Booga Beazley has a rather Nietzschean view on their journey to date. “The bands been through a lot and what hasn’t killed us has made us stronger – a cliché I know, but it’s true.” To mark the 25th anniversary and re-release of their debut album ‘13’, Head Like A Hole is kicking off their 13-date national tour at Mount Maunganui’s Totara Street performance venue on May 4. Booga says this upcoming tour will see the band playing the landmark Kiwi rock album in its entirety across the country throughout New Zealand Music Month. “With a bit of perspective 25 years on it’s easier to break history up into chunks, but narcotics, noise and nakedness pretty much sums up Head Like A Hole when that album was released; it’s a

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’ in l be playing their debut album ‘13 Kiwi band Head Like A Hole wil y. Ma this se elea re-r and anniversary its entirety to celebrate its 25th fairly accurate description. “We are going out on the road again on the back of the 25th anniversary and we’re going to play the entire ‘13’ album for the first time ever. “These songs reflect a very specific era for Head Like A Hole and we’re looking

forward to a bit of the old time travel.” The Head Like A Hole ‘13’ 25th anniversary tour starts at Mount Maunganui’s Totara Street performance venue on May 4, from 8pm-1am. This gig is R18. Tickets cost $40 from Eventfinda.

‘It’s Opera!’ with BOP Symphonia A delightful afternoon of operatic arias, orchestral overtures and interludes heralds the beginning of Bay of Plenty Symphonia’s 2017 season. The community orchestra presents ‘It’s Opera!’ with guest soloists, bass-baritone Chalium Poppy and mezzosoprano Elisha Hulton, at Baycourt Addison Theatre in Tauranga on April 9. Symphonia spokesperson Maggie Gething says the soloists are two wellknown local singers who’ve made their mark in many musical activities around the Bay and further afield. “Elisha, originally from Rotorua, thrilled the audience with her wonderful voice and stage presence when she sang with the symphonia a couple of years ago. “She has also performed with many other notable ensembles including New Zealand Opera and Operatunity.” By contrast, Chalium joined the community orchestra previously as a guest conductor and harpsichordist – but this will be the versatile bassbaritone’s first vocal performance with the symphonia,

says Maggie. “Chalium is in demand in NZ and overseas as a highly experienced and talented singer of opera and other genres.” Maggie says the audience will be treated to solo operatic arias and duets Guest soloists Bassfrom these baritone Chalium Poppy. two wonderful singers, including Mezzo-soprano Verdi’s ‘Il Elisha Hulton. Trovatore’, and Mozart’s ‘Don Giovanni’ and ‘The Magic Flute’. In between, the orchestra will play a number of instrumental extracts including Offenbach’s famous barcarolle and the intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana. “A variety of other orchestral items, ranging from Gluck to Philip Glass, will culminate in the grand triumphal march from Verdi’s ‘Aida’.” The Bay of Plenty Symphonia’s ‘It’s Opera!’ conducted by Justus Rozemond at Baycourt Addison Theatre in Tauranga is on Sunday, April 9, from 3pm. Tickets are available online at Ticketek, calling 0800 842 538, or from the Baycourt Box Office.

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A past Auckland City councillor, famed guitarist and chart topper will join forces with television music contest winner and New Zealand entertainer of the year to kick off their first gig of the tour with The Entertainers Club.

Gray’s most recent album, titled ‘Private Conversations’ sat at number four on the New Zealand charts and was in the charts for 10 weeks. Tickets can be purchased from the Tauranga Citizen’s Club reception area or at the door on the night provided they have not already sold out. The Entertainer’s Club brings quality concerts to the Bay on the second Sunday of every month and the Citizen’s Club provides their upstairs restaurant as the venue. Tickets are always $15 regardless of the artist or performer. “It’s all about the music,” says Nicole. For more information, visit: www.facebook.com/ taurangaentertainersclub

Gray Bartlett and Brendan Dugan will reunite for a world tour of New Zealand, and their Tauranga stop is right around the corner. The Entertainers Club will be bringing these two country Kiwi legends together on April 9 from 5pm at the Tauranga Citizen’s Club. “Combined they are legendary,” says The Entertainer’s Club’s Nicole Stagg. “They will be together again with all of the hits that Kiwis remember and love.” Everyone is welcome to see these two Kiwi legends right here in the Bay, and tickets are only $15.

GIGGUIDE & ENTERTAINMENT Greer’s Gastro Bar Saturday 1 – Badly Stuffed Animals 9pm till late. Sunday 2 – Waylon McPherson 5-8pm. Solo acoustic guitar and vocals. The Matua Wednesday 5 – “A taste of your music”. Come The Crown and Badger along with chord sheets Friday 31 – Raw Deal 9pm and sing with the band. 7.30pm start. – late.

Gray Bartlett and Brendan Dugan will be performing together again at Tauranga Citizen’s Club on April 9 from 5pm.

Be inspired with short films ilms

Would you like to be inspired to help change the world? If so, there’s four inspirational short films – covering the topics of conservation, resilience, regeneration and seed saving – in Katikati this Thursday night, April 6, from 7pm. The Rethink group is hosting the screenings at Katikati’s St Pauls’ Presbyterian Church on Mulgan St. Door entry is $4.

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Te Puke youngsters have 10 days to count eggs in the shop windows of participating businesses in their town to be in to win a prize in the Epic Easter Egg Trail. From April 1-10 children can get an entry from www.dropbox.com/s/9lhs1i0u3eohk52/Easter Trail Entry. Then they count the eggs and hand in their form to Te Puke Library by 5pm on April 10 to be in to win. There’s basket prizes for all ages on offer.

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A carnival for the whole community Families, friends and fun-seekers should block out tomorrow and head to Omokoroa Point School’s Harbourside Carnival from 3pm-6pm.

Not only will there be buckets of oldfashioned, carnival-type fun and tasty food, the event will show what OPS has to offer its fast-growing community and raise funds for a worthy school asset. Omokoroa Point School’s Parent Teachers Association chair Sarah Aldridge and her team of helpers have organised fun galore. “We have a variety on stalls on offer – from toys and books to bric-a-brac, plants and produce, quality recycled clothing. Plus there’s a cake stall, raffles and live auctions for two kayaks, a tramp, a Whangamata bach-stay, hover blade board and a three-hour family fishing trip,” says Sarah. There’s an Easter raffle – and a bike prize on offer. “The bike is padlocked up – you buy a key and if the key fits the lock you win the bike,” says Sarah. And an entertainment for kids – offering heaps on fun. “And we’re having ‘fight the knight’ which is an archery-

type activity. This should be fantastic for the kids.” Meanwhile, the foodcourt will offer tasty treats, with a vegetarian lasagne, nachos, gourmet burgers and lamb spit. Sarah says funds raised will go towards the school’s junior shades areas for discovery time and playbased learning. Teacher Renee Roest says all 10 of the school’s classrooms will have stalls selling items they’ve made or services they’ve come up with. “So far we have one class making candy floss to sell, another is organising to hair spray people’s tresses, another is making the spider drinks, iced coffees and milkshakes to sell, another is organising a treasure hunt. Renee says the stalls’ fundraising

Trying a new challenge The men at Harmony A Plenty.

Men seeking a new challenge and an interesting, fun, hobby are invited to join a male barbershop chorus and make 2017 their year of singing. Harmony A Plenty is a happy group of men of all ages who meet weekly to delight in barbershop singing. Members divide into four sections including leads, tenors, baritone and bass depending on their vocal range. “They learn the skills of barbershop style, which takes them from singing in the shower to a level of musicality most never thought they could attain,” says Frank King of Harmony A Plenty.

“They soon become adept at singing traditional American tunes, modern numbers and show songs. The repertoire includes popular Kiwi numbers.” Frank says Harmony A Plenty gives back to the community by entertaining at resthomes, retirement villages on request, service clubs and private functions. The group has also competed at national conventions in Wellington, Hamilton and Blenheim among others, resulting in three bronze medals. Visit an open rehearsal at Bethlehem Community Church lounge, Moffat Rd, at 7pm on Mondays. “Give it a go, you never know unless you try.”

goes to the junior shade areas via the PTA and school management. Plus with many people new residents and families moving to the peninsula, Sarah says the Harbourside Carnival is a great chance to get to know the school and its community. “It’s a good chance for new families – especially those with young kids – to see what the school is all about.” Omokoroa Point School’s Harbourside Carnival is tomorrow, April 1, from 3pm-6pm, at the school grounds at 37 Hamurana Rd, Omokoroa. Merle Foster

Nine-year-olds Sierra Dresner, Sophie Drayson, Mackenzie Vickers and Ethan Lewis having fun ahead of the Harbourside Carnival. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

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The Lions, the Witch & the Wardrobe

Presented by Waihi Drama, with a steampunk twist. Show runs Thurs - Sun March 31 - April. 9. Sunday matinee 2pm & evening show 7pm. Adults $15, school kids $10. waihidrama.co.nz

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30th Annual Book Sale Tauranga Rotary Club held April 15, 16 & 17 at Seeka Coolstore, Totara St, Mount. Donations of books, records, CDs, DVDs, jigsaws & sheet music needed. Deliver to: Caltex Welcome Bay, Bayfair, Greerton, Katikati. Z Energy 11th Ave, Hewletts Rd & Bethlehem. Or Ross 544 0817 Bay Network Singles Social Club 55+ who wish to make new friends & enjoy club activities, dining, shows, trips, bbq’s etc. Mary-Anne 027 207 1690 or 576 9988 Caravan & Motorhome Owners

Interested in joining like minded people & attend weekend rallies? Neal 576 9031 Come Dance With Us Tauranga Social Dance Club, sequence & old time dancing 1st Sat monthly at Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Great music & supper. Entrance $7. Garry 543 0051

Epic Te Puke Easter Egg Trail

Prizes for all ages. Free fun for everyone. Count eggs in Te Puke shop windows from April 1-11. Entry forms available at the Te Puke Library. Free Blues Rock Concert April 8, starring the amazing “Skeleton Crew” & Maria Fuller. St James Church, 70 Pooles Rd, Greerton 2pm. Peter 022 323 9102

Friendship Force International

Petanque @ Club Mt Maunganui Sat &

Sun - coaching & competitive play 1pm. Equip available, all levels welcome. Jo Ann 578 3606 Sabbath Service Every Sat 10.30am Bible discussion adults & children. 11.45am share blessings/singing/ sermon Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui. 576 0435 or 021 0778 214 Special ‘Bless Israel’ Celebration April 8 at Otumoetai Primary School Hall 6.30pm. All welcome. Dorothy 570 1196 Tauranga Civic Choir Classic & Romantic, Haydn’s Nelson Mass & beautiful melodies by Mozart & Brahms at Wesley Methodist Church, 13th Ave 7.30pm. Tickets $25 (children under 12 free). Door sales & Eftpos available. Taurangacivicchoir.org.nz

Trustpower Photographic Exhibition Until April 9 at The

Strand, Downtown Tauranga. Large scale exhibition showcasing our people & places. Free entry. Village Radio Community radio broadcasting from Tauranga Historic Village 1368 kHz AM. Music of 1940’s - 90’s weekends 9am - 5pm, weekdays 10am - 5pm. www.villageradio.co.nz or 571 3710

Sunday 2 April

A Course in Miracles Apply the

Miracle principles to enrich your lives. Backbenches Room, Grindz Cafe, 50 First Ave. 12.30pm coffee & chat. 1pm: Discussion - how to have a happy day. Free non denominational teaching. Affetto Early music ensemble at 383 Pyes Pa Rd, Tauranga 4pm. Presented by Trustpower & Tauranga Musica.

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day

Friendship & Home Hosting exchanges with other clubs worldwide. Barbara 574 5711 or email: regclothier@gmail.com www.thefriendshipforce.org Fun Community Afternoon Outside Merivale Community Centre, Kesteven Rd 1-4pm. Music, stalls, sausage sizzle. Meet Jan Tinetti, Labour candidate for Tauranga. Healthy Living Festival QEYC April 1 & 2 10am – 5pm. Admission $5. Kids Gone Fishing Day 9.30am - 1pm prizegiving at 1.15pm Tauranga Bridge Marina (Mount side). Bait provided, spot prizes. Pre-register at www.tayt.org.nz registrations at 9am. By Blue Light. Merivale Monthly Market Day Have a free stand to sell your stuff in Merivale. First Sat every month outside the CHIRP “Redezine’ store, 5 Merivale Rd 8-11am. Judy 022 681 9867 Messianic Meetings Every Sat at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui 10am. Seek to unite together in our walk to put truth into action on a daily basis. 544 7424 or 0210 226 3515

Worship & communion service, Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd. Exposition of 1 & 2 Peter - “God builds with stones.” Pastor Lincoln Forlong. www.bbf.net.nz Bethlehem Lions Market Held 1st & 3rd Sun of month at Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga 8am 12pm. Stallholders - booking a carpark site is essential. Email Alf hvm@lionsclubs.org.nz Bible Seminars Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St 1.45pm. Title: “Bible teachings - the Feast of the Lord.” Interactive, Q&A. Vic 543 0504 Charity Fun Cycle Ride 4 different rides all finishing at Railway Reserve, Paeroa. In support of Cancer Society’s “Lions Lodge” Hamilton. Major spot prize $1,000 travel voucher. Enter online at www.lionshaurakifunride.co.nz Coastal Country Music Club Inc Club day at Greerton Community Hall 1-4pm. Not at RSA. Croquet Every Sun, Tues, Fri at Tauranga Domain, Cameron Rd 12.45pm. Beginners welcome. Peter 571 0633

Sat 7.30-8.30pm & every Sun 7-8pm, Hanmer Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. Mon 7-8pm & Fri 7.308.30pm, Hillier Centre. 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui. Women’s Meeting every Tues 10.30-11.30am Downstairs Hall, Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. 0800 NA TODAY

Czech School & Playgroup at Tauranga Boys’ College, Devonport Rd 10am 12noon. Guests welcome. https://www. csclubtauranga.nz/en/ Grumpy Old Women Game of Crones written by Ben McDonald at Addison Theatre, Baycourt 4pm. www.baycourt.co.nz

Narcotics Anonymous Open Meetings

Czech & Slovak Club Tauranga

Mt Maunganui Scottish Soc - AGM

April 9, Ground Floor, Tauranga Citizen’s Club cnr 13th Ave/Cameron Rd 2pm. Elizabeth 544 5633 Quakers in Tauranga In hall behind Brain Watkins House, cnr Elizabeth St/ Cameron Rd 10am for an hour of mainly silent worship followed by tea/coffee & talk. 544 0448 www.quaker.org.nz Radio Controlled Model Yachts Meet Sun 1.30pm & Thurs 5.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa to sail Electron & similar 3ft long yachts, for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Tauranga Friendship & Social Club

Walks, dinners & outings for over 50’s. Barbara 544 7461 Tauranga Historical Society Monthly meeting, 233 Cameron Rd 2pm. Speaker: Jenny Argante, Tauranga Writers - “50 great years of writing in Tauranga.” $2 entry.

Tauranga Organ & Keyboard Society

Carmel Country Estate Social Centre, 11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti 1.30pm. Play or listen, Organ EL9010 or Clavinova 405. June 574 2204 Tauranga Spiritual Society Inc Mini Expo Night, Senior Citizen’s Hall, 14 Norris St. Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm. Raffle $2, free supper. Members $3, non members $5. 022 0670 467

Tauranga Underwater Hockey Club

Every Sunday of school term as well as last Sunday of school holidays at Baywave. Beginners 5-6.15pm. Experienced 6-7.45pm. Loan equipment available. Ken 533 2005 or | 0210 274 4626 The Psychic Cafe Bay’s top psychics, healers & spiritualists at Greerton Community Hall. Doors open 6.45pm for 7pm. $10 door, everything else free. 578 7205 www.psychiccafe.nz

Monday 3 April

Achieve Toastmasters Keep speaking,

keep helping, keep succeeding. 1st, 3rd & 5th Mon of month at St Stephen’s Church Hall, Brookfield, Tauranga 7.309.30pm. Craig 027 587 5115 Badminton Club Every Mon, Aquinas College, Pyes Pa 7.30-9.30pm. Adults & year 12 & above. Racquets available. Sue 0211 944 335 www.taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz Beginner Ballroom & Latin Free introductory lesson every Mon in April 8pm. Just come along. Udance2- The Dance Centre. Dean/Miki 542 1295 www.udance2.co.nz Beginner Salsa Lessons Presented by Bay Salsa at Studio 162, 162 Durham St 6.30pm. Walk in classes. www.baysalsa. co.nz 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 be-hind Pak n Save. All classes 9.15-10.15am. Dianne 576 5031 or 027 431 4326 Bowls Every Mon at Bethlehem Hall, Main Highway 7.15pm. First 3 nights free. Wendy 578 2585

Chess Mount Maunganui RSA Club

Every Mon 544 Maunganui Rd. Early programme 6-7.30pm during school term. Late programme 7.30pm onwards. Standard chess rules. Incl casual games. Noel 579 5412 Civic Choir Tauranga Practice every Mon at Wesley Church, 13th Ave, Tauranga 7.30pm. www. taurangacivicchoir.org.nz Heather 575 9092 Come Dancing Monday Nights St Pats Hall, Beatty Ave, Te Puke 7-8.30pm. $3pp. Robert 573 8639 Dancing Every Mon & Weds at Senior Citizen’s Hall, Norris St 7pm. Modern, waltzes, tango, quicksteps & more. $3pp. 543 9125 Dutch Friendly Support Network Coffee morning 1st Mon of month, Vintage Car Club Rooms, Cliff Rd, Tauranga 10am 12pm. $3 entry. Peter 548 2835 Fitness League Low impact exercise set to music using the Bagot Stack technique, for women of all ages & abilities. First class free. Mon at Settlers Hall Omokoroa 9.30am & Tues St Johns Anglican Church Waihi 9.30am. Dorothy 549 3378

Free Meditation Classes in Bellevue

Every Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm. Find peace & the joy of life. Stop those thoughts. Enjoy good health & better quality of sleep. David/Trisha 570 1204 Friends of the Library Tauranga Library 5.30pm for tea/coffee. Speaker: Paul Cuming - “Penguin walks around Mauao.” Betty 542 4322 Greerton Every Girls Rally Meet Mon fortnightly during school terms at Greerton Bible Church, cnr Oropi & Chadwick Rds, Tauranga 4-6pm. Open to all girls ages 7 years upwards. Mary 571 0061 Line Dancing Every Mon at Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave 6-8pm. Every Weds at Arataki Community Hall, Zambuk Way, Bay-fair 12-2pm. Every Thurs at Matua Hall, Levers Rd 1-3pm. Pat 544 2574 Mount Chess Club Every Mon at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui 1-4pm. Standard length chess. $3 a session. Sets, boards, clocks & refreshments provided. Bob/Vic 575 5845 or 0274 786 282 Mt Maunganui Bridge Club Every Mon 12.45-4.15pm, with junior & novice sessions 7-9.15pm. Weds 7-10.15pm. Thurs 10.45am - 2.15pm (bring your lunch). Fri 12.45-4.15pm. 60 Golf Rd. $3 members $5 visitors. Anne 572 5522 Nam Wah Pai Kung Fu Chinese martial art training, Selwyn Ridge School, Welcome Bay 6-7.30pm. Brian 021 241 7059

Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowling Club Settlers Hall, Omokoroa Rd Mon

1.30pm & Tues 7.30pm. Cost $3. Anne 548 1636 Otumoetai Indoor Bowls Graded Pairs (Tilby Trophy) Matua Primary School Hall, Clivedene St 7.15pm. Karen 576 0443 Piloga Classes Fusion of Pilates & yoga movements. Every Mon & Fri at Arataki Community Centre 10.15-11.30am. $15 per class.

Plunket Car Seat Clinic Mon & Thurs at 471 Devonport Rd, Tauranga 10am - 2pm. Car seats checked & fitted by qualified Child Restraint Technicians. Donation appreciated. 578 7813 Recycled Teenagers Gentle exercise for 50’s forwards, & injury or illness rehabilitation. Morning teas & educational talks optional. For men & women. Mon & Weds, 14 Norris St, Tauranga Senior Citizens Club, behind Pak n Save. Tues at St Mary’s Church Hall, Girven Rd. All 9 - 10.30am. First class free. Jennifer 571 1411 Ryukyu Kempo Karate Every Mon & Weds at Levers Rd Hall, Matua 6.308pm. Age 10 & up, families welcome. Marty 027 405 1468 Silver Singers Choir Tenor & base voices needed desperately for their 30 voice choir. Practices every Mon in St Stephen’s Chapel, Brookfield Tce, Otumoetai 1pm. Pat 579 1036 Tauranga Creative Fibre Every Mon at Arts Centre, Elizabeth St from 9.30am. Spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & more. Also on Thurs evening twice a month. Margaret 571 3483 or 021 0817 0350 or marg.rus@gmail.com Tauranga Rock n Roll Club Inc Every Mon at Tauranga

RSA, Cameron Rd, Greerton 8pm. Relaxed, social evening of dancing. Members $3, nonmembers $5. Check the Facebook pages. Trina 575 7461 a/hs

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Beginners class at St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd 6.30-8.30pm. Sarah 579 0123 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 incl afternoon tea. Welcome Bay Painters Group Every Mon at Lighthouse Church Hall, Welcome Bay Rd 9.30am – 12.30pm. Dennis 544 6451 Women’s Art Group Every Mon at Lyceum Club Rooms, 68 1st Ave 9am 12pm. Margaret 543 3244

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Tues at Tauranga Boys’ College Gym. Juniors 6-7.30pm (term time), seniors (adults) 7.30-9.30pm. Adults $7, student $5. Delwyn 027 212 4720 Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tues at St Peter’s Church Hall, 11 Victoria Rd, Mount 7.30-8.30pm. 0800 229 6757

Altrusa Women’s Community Service Grp 2nd Tues evening for dinner/

business. 4th Tues for social evening monthly. Email: president. tauranga@altrusa.org.nz Argentine Tango Guys, we need you to rotate, as partners, with the girls. No experience necessary. Free lessons. Denise 0204 006 1340 Cards 500 Every Tues & Thurs at Mount Senior Citizen’s, 345 Maunganui Rd 12.45pm. Garry 576 3033 Depression Support Group For people with an experience of depression 1-2pm. Junction 543 3010 for transport.

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2nd, 4th & 5th Tues of month at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Bayfair 6.15-8.30pm. Learn public speaking & leadership skills. yolanda. cambridge@gmail.com or 544 3730 Falun Dafa Classes Easy to learn & free. Simultaneous improvement of mind & body. Every Tues at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui 7pm. Judy 021 0425 398 or email: judy.shakespear45@gmail. com Fitness League Ladies exercise with dance, weights, floor work every Tues at St Columba Church, 502 Otumoetai Rd, Cherrywood 9.30-10.30am. Gloria 021 139 2448 Genesis Reunion St Paul’s Church Hall, 242 Dickson Rd, Papamoa 10.45am. Please bring a small plate of finger food & a gold coin donation towards hire of the hall. Greerton Every Boys Rally Meet fortnightly on Tues during school terms at Greerton Bible Church, cnr Oropi & Chadwick Rds, Greerton 6-7.30pm. Open to all boys aged 7 years upwards. 577 6467 Greerton Lions Club 1st & 3rd Tues of month at Fairway Lounge, Tauranga Racecourse 6pm. Bill 543 4424 Greerton Village Music Community music morning for seniors. Come along, enjoy the music, join in with dancing. Meet new people. Guest artists. Greerton Hall, 1247 Greerton Rd 10am – 12pm. Entry $4pp, morning tea provided. Di/ Charley 0276 262 496 Inachord Chorus Ladies singing group. Great music, great company. Bethlehem Community Church Building, 183 Moffat Rd, Bethlehem 7.15-9.15pm. Debbie 0211 291 126 Israeli Dancing Every Tues, Gate Pa Primary School, Cameron Rd 7-8pm. All ages welcome, no partner required. Maria 544 1680/022 165 2114 Junction Mental Health Peer support & advocacy: coffee & chat at St James’ Hall, Greerton 10am - 12pm. 543 3010 Katikati Maestro’s More men needed to join their choir. Rehearse every Tues at St Peter’s Church 7pm. Jeanette 549 3668 or 027 243 5799 Mount Morning Badminton Every Tues at Mount Sports Centre, Blake Park 9-11.30am. Social, competitive, all ages. Daily fee $5pp. Margaret 575 9792

Mt Maunganui Dog Training Club AGM at Club gear shed

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Otumoetai Matua Walking Group Every Tues at Kulim Park 9am.

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Overeaters Anonymous Do you

or a family member or friend have a problem with over or under eating? Overeaters Anonymous can help - meet Tues & Fri. 544 1213 or 022 064 2186 Papamoa Sports Indoor Bowls Don Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd. Coaching available. Names in by 7.15pm for 7.30 start. Michael 542 0609 or 0274 888 5968 Petanque Bayfair Petanque Club, every Tues & Thurs at Russley Drive 1pm. Equipment & coaching available. Try a new sport. Margie 542 0084 or 021 0293 7459 Pilates Classes Every Tues at Arataki Community Centre 11.1512.15pm. Every Thurs at Omokoroa Settler’s Hall 11am - 12pm. $12 per class. Claudia 0211 927 706 Sequence Dancing Tauranga Social & Leisure Club meet at St John’s Anglican Church Hall, Bureta Rd, Otumoetai every Tues 7.30-9.30pm except 2nd Tues of month 3.30-6pm. Murray 576 3294 South City Indoor Bowls Open Triples Tournament (plate & raffle item) at Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Mary 541 0687

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Tues & Thurs at QE Youth Centre, cnr 11th Ave/Devonport Rd 9-11.30am. Heather 574 0976

Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters Group First & third Tues 7pm &

second & fourth Fri 10am. At Tauranga Art & Craft Centre, 177 Elizabeth St, Tauranga. Helen 0274 177 581 Tauranga Scrabble Club Tues at Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 8.50am. $3 games $2.50. New players welcome. 544 8372

Tauranga Stroke Support Drop-In Centre Peer support group for stroke

survivors & their carers. Every Tues at Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St 9.30am - 12pm. $4pp 571 3050 Tauranga Toastmasters Every Tues at Tauranga Lyceum Club 7.15-9.30pm. Learn public speaking & leadership skills. Guests welcome. Alan 544 5989 Yoga Tues, Yoga Matua Hall 6.508pm. Weds & Fri Yoga Fergusson Park 9.30-10.40am. Tues & Thurs Yin Yoga, 121 Carlton St 10-11.30am. For timetable www.stellayoga.co.nz or Stella 021 024 96390

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Age Concern Walking Group K-Mart, Bethlehem Shops 10am. 578 2631

Alcoholics Anonymous Reflections at

Te Puke every Weds at Te Puke Baptist Church, Station Rd 7.30-8.30pm. 0800 229 6757 Art in the Afternoon First Weds of month at the Gallery cnr Wharf/ Willow Sts 3pm. Guest speaker: Liz Clarke - her ceramic works. Cost: Friends, a gold coin. Visitors $5. friends@artgallery.org.nz Bowls Indoor Every Weds & Fri at Mount Senior Citizen’s, 345 Maunganui Rd 12.45pm. Nancy/Ernie 575 4650 Cards Do you play crib or would like to learn? Every Weds at Greerton RSA 1pm. Rona 578 7939 Club Mount Indoor Bowls Every Weds at 45 Kawaka St. Names in by 6.45 for 7pm start. Val 027 302 8149 or 543 4168

Community Bible Study International

Every Weds at City Church, 252 Otumoetai Rd 7-9pm. Bible study on “The Book of Genesis.” Julie 552 4068 Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Box Drawn 9 Bowl Triples at Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Names in boo. Pratt Trophy. Kevin 543 4044 Healing Rooms Experience God’s healing touch. No charge, all ages welcome. Upstairs at Graced Op Shop, cnr 11th Ave & Christopher St 1-3pm. 021 110 0878 www.healingrooms.co.nz Lady Rizo – Indigo Child Presented by Tauranga Arts Festival & Baycourt at Addison Theatre, Baycourt 8pm. www. baycourt.co.nz

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1st & 3rd Weds of month, Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd, Mount. Doors open 7pm. Guest tonight: Sue Buckland - mediumship. Door $3. Janet 27 264 0226 Narcotics Anonymous Working the Steps. Closed meeting every Weds 7.30-9pm, Downstairs Hall (accessed from bottom carpark), Salvation Army Recovery Church, 375 Cameron Rd. Ph 0800 NA TODAY Otumoetai Care & Craft Every Weds at St Columba Church Hall, Cherrywood, Otumoetai 9am - 12.30pm during school term. . Crafts, fun, games, entertainment. Lunch provided. Dawn 576 7783 Papamoa Outdoor Bowls Roll Ups Weds & Sun, George Spratt Reserve 12.45pm. Gail 574 0177

SAYgo - Falls Prevention Class

Gentle exercise for the elderly, held 3 Weds each month. Hall not available 1st Weds of month. At St John’s

Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai 2-3pm. Allison 576 4536 Scottish Country Dancing Every Weds at Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maunganui Rd 7pm. Lynne 573 5055 Tai Chi Community class every Weds at Bethlehem Hall, 239 SH2 1-2pm. Supreme ultimate health exercise programme, suitable everyone. Qualified tutor Trish Miller 021 482 842 communitytaichinz@gmail.com

Tauranga Library Learning Centre

Microsoft Office Course. Topic: Setting up Workbooks in Excel. 1.30-2.30pm. Cost: $8. Exploring the Digital World Seminar. Topic: Job Seeking Online. 5.30-6.30pm. Free. To book, 577 7177

Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group Circuit of Blue & Green

Lakes, Tarawera. Grade easy, approx. 5.0 hrs. John 576 4326

Tauranga Social Dance Club AGM

April 12 at 233 Cheyne Rd, Pyes Pa 2pm. Garry 543 0051 Tauranga South Garden Club 1st Weds of month, Central Baptist Church Hall cnr 13th Ave/Cameron Rd 1.30-3pm. Visitors welcome. Margaret 578 1017 Te Puke Toy Library Weds - Sat 9.30am - 12pm. Thurs 3.30-5.30pm. 242.1 Jellicoe St, Te Puke. 027 263 9309

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Improve communication, teamwork & leadership skills. Classic Flyers Avgas Cafe every Weds 6.45-8.15am. LaniDTM@gmail.com txt 0210 445 654 www.cityearlystart.co.nz

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A Place to Bee Craft, conversation, coffee, knitting. Every Thurs at Lighthouse Church, next to Welcome Bay shops on the hill 11am - 1pm. Mel 027 576 3105 Amazing Weekly Bag Sale Every Thurs at Historic Village 9-10am. Fill a large bag for $5 with women’s, men’s & kids clothing & linen. Bags supplied. Bay City Rockers Social Rock n Roll dancing as well as Neon Moon, Rock n Roll Waltz. Every Thurs at Senior Citizen’s Hall, Norris St 7.30-9.30pm. $3 entry. Gavin 027 643 6222 Be the Change Film Night Be inspired & help change the world. 4 inspirational short films. St Paul’s Church, cnr Main Rd/Mulgan St, Katikati 7pm. $5 at the door. Cambodia Charitable Trust Fundraiser Your

Home, Your Style. Matua Bowling Club April 6 7pm. Tickets $25 from Lyon O’Neal Arnold or Devon 022 155 3994 Club Mt Maunganui Social games club. Play indoor bowls & cards every Thurs 12.45-3.30pm. Prizes to be won & visits to other clubs. Monthly subsidised dinners. Gloria 575 0059

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Every Thurs at 14th Ave Gospel Centre 10am - 12pm for a Bible study on “The Book of Matthew.” Jack/Betty 544 3809 Concert Band Katikati Musicians wanted, especially wood-wind to join community based wind & brass band. All ages welcome. Rehearse Katikati town hall in the arts room 7-9pm. Wendy 022 387 2947 EMPLOYNZ Free Course Tauranga Library 10-11am, Papamoa 12-1pm & Greerton 2-3pm. Sally 027 652 1429 Fitness League Safe, effective, low impact exercise to music using the Bagot Stack technique. Helps posture, balance & stamina. Free 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 Guitar Lessons Every Thurs at Historic Village 10-11.30am. Limited to 3 people per day. Register with Terry Heath from Turning Point 578 6934 Free Meditation Classes Every Thurs at Meredith Hall, Fraser St, Merivale (near Yatton Park) 7.30pm. Enjoy good health & better quality of sleep. Ian 576 2032

French Connection For lovers of all

things French. Meet fortnightly on Thursday at La Mexica, The Strand 4.30-6.30pm. agohns@yahoo.co.nz Greerton Indoor Bowling Club Day Tournament. Tauranga City Silver Band Hall, Yatton St. (2 plates per person) Sally 571 8914 Happiness & Our Mind Drop-in meditation classes, beginners welcome. Classes are self-contained so start any date. Every Thurs at Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Rd 7-8.30pm. Cost $15 per class. www. meditateintauranga.org Healing Rooms Bay Coastal Healing Rooms, Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Bayfair 1.30-2.30pm. Caring, trained Christians pray for your physical, emotional & spiritual health first Thurs of month. No appointment necessary, no charge. 021 0271 3254 Keynotes 4 Part Harmony Women’s chorus meet every Thurs at Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave 7pm. Sing for fun & health. Nora 544 2614 More Than Crafts Every Thurs at Greerton Bible Church (cnr Chadwick & Oropi Rds) 9.30-11.30am. All types of crafts. $3 entry. Ruth 543 4879

Mount/Papamoa Coffee & Chat

1-2pm. Transport available if required. Junction Mental Health Peer Support & Advocacy 543 3010 Mount Underwater Club Club night at Mount Ocean Sports Clubrooms (Cnr The Mall/Salisbury Ave) 7.30pm. AGM. Gail 021 471 768 or gail.bingham58@gmail.com

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Tuesday morning postponed until April. Weds Advanced, Thurs Club night & new learner class 7.30pm. Frontiersmen’s Hall. 543 1063 Papamoa 500 Club Every Thurs at Gordon Spratt Reserve 12.45pm. Dave 575 5887 Salsa on the Strand Presented by Bay Salsa at La Mexica 8pm. Intro class, followed by social dancing. No partner required. www. baysalsa.co.nz Sunshine Dance Group Learn sequence dancing every Thurs at Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave/Cameron Rd 7-8.30pm followed by dancing until 10pm. $2pp entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379

Tennis Seniors WBOP Players 35 years

+. Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain 9am - 12pm. $4 ball fee. Lynda tsw-bop@gmail.com 0210 576 601 Women’s Singing Group Every Thurs at 68 1st Ave, Tauranga 11am. Beginners welcome. Interested? Marie 576 1300

Friday 7 April

BOP Orchid Society Annual Show April

7 & 8, Te Puke War Memorial Hall 10am 4pm. Plants, speciality stalls, raffles. $3 entry. Brick Kids Te Puke - Lego Club Term time school aged children. Every Fri at Te Puke Library 3.30-4.30pm. Free entry. Chess Tauranga Tauranga RSA, Greerton 5-7pm, for the whole family. Longer if necessary for longer games. Incl casual games. Standard chess rules. Werner 548 1111 http:/www. westernbopchess.weebly.com/

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Papamoa Community Centre Meeting Room/Library 1pm. Speaker: Wendy Isaacs - “Talk & demonstration with her assistance dog for those with a disability.” RSVP Bill 578 2114 Counselling Need to talk? First session free at Arataki Community Centre. To book your appointment ph Karen 021 579 249 Friday Fun Night Easter Egg Hunt at Baywave Aquatic & Leisure Centre 6-8pm. Games, prizes, music, waves & more. $6 entry. Greerton Indoor Bowling Club Oropi visit Greerton Tauranga City Silver Band Hall, Yatton St. Names in by 7.15pm. (2 plates per person) Sally 571 8914

Otanewainuku Family Night Adventure

Otanewainuku Forest, Mountain Rd, Oropi 7-8.30pm. Discover cave wetas, spiders & more. $5 donation. Limited spaces. http://www. echowalkfest.org.nz/walks/otanewainukufamily-night-adventure-1/ Tauranga Lyceum Club Catered lunch first Fri of month & dinner third Weds with varied & interesting speakers. Other activities include; painting, mah jong, music, bridge & Rummikub. 68 First Ave. Margaret 543 3244 Te Puke Senior Citizen’s Club 500 cards every Fri 1-3pm. Brian 573 8465. Bolivia every Weds 1-4pm. Marie 573 9219. At Te Puke Lyceum Rooms. Refreshments provided.

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One God, with many faiths I’m an incurable bookaholic. You know the kind – the child with book and torch under the blankets, the teenager who preferred books to television, the student who read every fiction book on the list but who couldn’t find time to write the assignments. But reading opened my eyes to different cultures, different worlds, different ways of doing things. I was always fascinated by stories set in different cultures and religions because they seemed so foreign, perhaps faintly dangerous. After all, we had been taught in Sunday School to pray for the missionaries in foreign parts and perhaps to aspire to be a missionary ourselves one day. But as I’ve grown more mature in my Christian faith and as I

lived, studied and worked in other countries, I’ve learnt to love and respect my friends from other faith traditions. I have wanted to learn more about what they believed and why. I needed to move from book learning to real life learning. The first thing I learnt is that encountering another religion helps me to practise my own more clearly. I have to develop a listening ear, a compassionate heart, an open mind. When that happens, we discover we hold more in common than we disagree on – that Sikhs, Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Buddists all love God and we all search for peace, justice and the wellbeing of all humanity. If you’re interested in meeting with other faith traditions, please come to the next meeting of the Tauranga Moana Interfaith Council, on April 25 from 7pm-9pm, at St George’s Church, Gate Pa. There will be a talk, a short AGM and plenty of time for a shared supper and socialising. Ngaire Southon, Methodist representative

The man named Jesus Christ Every once in a while we hear of a very courageous act, where one person will lay down their life to save someone else, or perhaps many people. As Easter approaches it is time to remember many years ago when, in Israel, a man named Jesus Christ did exactly that. He laid down His life to give eternal

life to you and me. The Old Testament holds a number of prophesies about The Man who would come to earth and do exactly that. We need look no further than our Bible to read of this Man. The New Testament gives us precise details of how and when this took place. My human mind can scarcely grasp the gumption and obedience, which Jesus displayed in following His Father’s wishes in this incredible sacrifice with His own life. And yet the Bible tells us Jesus lives today at the right hand of His Father in heaven, interceding for you and for me.

When we believe in Jesus, taking Him as our Lord and Saviour we too are enabled to live with Him in heaven when our time on earth is over. It is so simple and yet many struggle to accept and believe. Perhaps you have your own reason for not attending Church. I know when you put that behind you, Jesus is waiting ready to welcome you back into His family; the Church. You may well experience a physical or emotional healing, which will make your today so much more enjoyable. Pastor Grant Hynds, The Well

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arts & crafts GLASS ART WORKSHOPS Glass Cutting 8 April, 13 May, 10 June. 2 hrs learning to cut accurately & safely! Includes glass cutter. 29 April, 27 May, 24 June, 3 Hrs. Introduction to fusing glass. For more info ph Lynn 021 136 8673 or 571 3726 email: leadlightexpressions@gmail. com www.leadlightexpressions. co.nz Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga.

bible digest ”MAY THE GOD of hope ﬁll you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overﬂow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13

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business opportunity ASIAN CONTACTS WANTED with business connections to Hong Kong to help launch a unique breakthrough antiaging & rejuvenation product line. Lucrative ground ﬂoor opportunity. “Be a part of a dynamic team working within a company breaking industry records.” Ph Yvonne 021 499 038

cars for sale 2004 MAZDA 3 NZ New, Service History, 135,000kms, Auto, Only $6,950. Ph Chloe 0273 552 598 CAR FAIR – buy or sell any vehicle every Sunday at 11th Avenue Car park opposite Mad Butcher 8am-noon. Ph for more information 027 733 9686 or www.taurangacarfair.co.nz HOLDEN COMMODORE 1999 VT Acclaim. New WOF & Reg. Paint a bit scruffy. Reliable. $2,800 ono. Ph 027 699 8356

computers COMPUTER GETTING you down? Problems, viruses, upgrades, internet, new or refurb PC’s tuition, or advice. Ph Bruce for a no obligation chat or quote 576 7940 or 021 260 9183 FREE ON SITE DIAGNOSIS & quote. We come to you. Pensioner discounts. Ph Kyle at Tech Solutions 027 828 7078

curriculum vitae NEED A C.V.? Don’t let your C.V. get lost amongst all the others. I can help you stand out on paper. A C.V. For You can provide you with a personal and

DRY PINE FIREWOOD $99 per trailer load delivered (2m3) ph 021 0834 1852 www. taurangaﬁrewood.co.nz

gardening ABLE GARDENER, experienced, efﬁcient, knowledgeable, highly qualiﬁed. Maintenance, pruning, hedges, shrubs, roses; disease/ pest control, lifestyle blocks, garden renovations; design & plant. Ph Tita 027 654 8781 or a/h 542 0120 HANDYMAN HOME AND GARDEN SERVICES Tree pruning, weeding, hedges, waterblasting, home maintenance, rubbish removal, affordable rates. Ph Philip 027 655 4265 or 544 5591 LAWNMOWING HONEST reliable operator. Mulch or catch + edges done from only $20. Ph/txt Peter 027 201 2886 or 575 9903 PEA STRAW FOR SALE Conventional bales of pea straw. Very good quality. Approx 12 kilos per bale. For delivery contact The Peastrawboys, Ph Graham 027 838 7741 www.thepeastrawvboys.com RIDE ON MOWING lifestyle blocks, businesses, schools, churches, commercial and residential. Police vetted and insured operators. Ph Crewcut 0800 800 286

health & beauty NATURAL NEW ZEALAND Health Products & Clinic. Something for everyone. NZ Registered Natural Therapies & Natural Medicine Practitioners. Opposite BP Te Puke. Ph 573 5533 www.naturaltherapiesnz. com and www.kiwikitz.com

livestock AC PETFOODS collect injured & unwanted cows & horses. Ph 800 369 6269

lost & found FOUND KITTENS various areas, various colours Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found adult tabby male cat, Papamoa Area, Ref: 91602, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found adult ginger male cat, Bethlehem Area, Ref: 91411, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found young adult tabby/white male cat, Katikati Area, Ref: 91506, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found young adult torti female cat, Katikati Area, Ref: 91507, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found teenaged ginger male kitten, Tauriko Area, Ref: 91361, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245 Found teenaged black male kitten, Mount Maunganui, Ref: 91373, Ph SPCA 07 578 0245

trades & services APPLIANCE REPAIRS For service of all Fisher & Paykel, Haier and Elba appliances, Ph 0800 372 273 for your local technician. APPLIANCE REPAIRS Qualified professional service to most brands of whiteware. Servicing Mt Maunganui, Papamoa and Te Puke. Pensioner discounts available. Ph 542 0540 or 021 426 978 BOAT BUILDING repairs and maintenance. Timber & fibreglass trade qualified, boat builder. Ph Shaun 021 992 491 or 07 552 0277 BRYCE DECORATING Interior & exterior painting, wallpapering. Quality work. Ph Wayne 579 5588 or 021 162 7052 BUILDING OR RENOVATING? Be inspired. Get the right look. Book a personal in-home consultation today. FREE measure and quote. BOP Curtains & Blinds. Ph 07 571 2345 or 021 725 721

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DECORATOR, Interior/exterior. Quality workmanship. Best rates. Get a free quote. AVAILABLE NOW. Ph or txt 028 409 7004

associated earthmoving, design and engineering. Ph Mike 0274 942 966

NO 8 TOURS NEW ZEALAND’S SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB – Join our Club today for Free to receive all our VIP Members Beneﬁts exclusive to No 8 Tours. Wednesday, April 26th Overnight Tour – Join us we head to Awhitu Peninsula to view the Manukau Heads Lighthouse, come and discover the turbulent past of the HMS Orpheus. We’ll enjoy fantastic scenery of Nikau caves, Waikaretu Valley limestone cliffs & funky local galleries. A nice short escape way. Free Door to Door service, Day Trips, Shows & Free beautiful colour catalogue: Ph No 8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email info@no8tours.co.nz

ELECTRICIAN, 18+ years experience, NZ registered. Residential & commercial, maintenance & service, new builds, renovations. Fast, friendly service. Ph Andrew 022 354 1960 HANDYMAN BUILDING and section maintenance, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911 INSECT SCREENS Measure. Make. Mend. Ph Rob at Magic Seal 543 4940 PAINTER/DECORATOR Interior and Exterior, quality workmanship friendly services. Over 20 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas. Ph Shane Mount/Tauranga Decorators 07 544 6495 or 021 575 307 PAINTING & DECORATING Exterior & Interior Painting Gurus, Roof Painting, High quality workmanship, prompt service, fully insured, satisfaction guaranteed, get the A Team @ Fresh Coats Painting. Ph 022 421 4261 PLASTERER INTERIOR 30+years. Skimming walls, make good ceilings, walls, cornice cove, plasterboard stopping. New builds. Small jobs. Free quote. Ph Stan 021 130 2621 PLASTERING, INTERIOR WALLS & ceilings. Tradesman 30yrs exp. Skimming, painting prep. Small jobs OK. Ph Murray 027 266 5657 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE and repairs. Total property maintenance, building work. 30 years + experience. Available now. Ph 0204 0864 211 RETAINING WALLS Specialist in all timber retaining walls, new builds and repairs. All

ROOF REPAIRS free quotes for all maintenance of leaking roofs, gutter cleaning & repairs. Chimney maintenance & repairs. Registered roofer, 30yrs exp. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 027 436 7740 SWISH WINDOW CLEANING - Your friendly, professional neighbourhood window cleaners for a spotless shine every time! Call Mitch 0274 121 177 or email swishwindowsnz@gmail.com for obligation free quote. STUMPINATOR STUMP Grinding free quotes & friendly service. Narrow machine to access rear yards. Ph 576 4245 or 022 076 4245 TREE SHRUB and hedges trimming, topping removal, rubbish removal, palm pruning or removal, satisfaction guaranteed free quote. Ph Steve Hockly 571 5958 or 027 498 1857

travel & tours ”A A A” – HAWKES BAY & BEYOND STUNNING AUTUMN COLOURS HOLIDAY: - Plus other tours coming up... (1) Treetops Luxury Lodge Luncheon: - (2) North Island Train Journey + Te Papa: - (3) Mid – Winter Christmas Tour & Mid - Winter Christmas Dinner at Chateau Tongariro: - (4) Westside Story Show, Auckland: - 5) Mystery Tours. Contact us for full details, and to chat about our other unique Trips. We provide door to door service (we will pick you up, and take you home again after tours). Free Tour Newsletter. Ph Hinterland Tours Team on 575 8118 or 027 235 7714. A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY to experience a performance in the Auckland Globe Theatre. 2. Preferential Premium seats and tour to 2017 W.O.W World of Wearable Art in Wellington. 3. 4 Seats left for “Westside Story.” Ph John’s Tours 576 9305

NO 8 TOURS NEW ZEALAND’S SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB; Its Show-Time (1) June 17th; Million Dollar Quartet, Civic Theatre. (2) June 24th/25th; NZ Opera presents Carmen, Aotea Centre. (3) July 1st; Westside Story, Civic Theatre. (4) Sept 28th 4 Days; Wellington’s Wearable Arts Show. Free Door to Door service, Day Trips, Shows & Free beautiful colour catalogue: Ph No 8 Tours team on 579 3981 or Email info@no8tours.co.nz

venues FOR WEDDINGS, FUNCTIONS OR MEETINGS+ check out No.1 The Strand, a beautiful historic setting. Email: kim@ no1thestrand.co.nz or www.no1thestrand.co.nz WEDDINGS, PARTIES, MEETINGS etc - The perfect venue. With stunning Harbour views, fully licensed bar & kitchen onsite. Restaurant open every Friday from 5pm & Sunday from 4.30pm, kids under 12 years dine free with every paying adult. Tauranga Fish & Dive Club, 60 Cross Rd, Sulphur Point. Ph 571 8450

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