The Weekend Sun October 3 2014 by Sun Media

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Bay Oval’s big summer

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3 October 2014, Issue 720

Sands of time

healing Dion’s beach

Sunday marks the third anniversary of the Rena ploughing into Astrolabe Reef on October 5, 2011, sparking New Zealand’s worst marine environmental disaster right here in the Bay. Dion Norton was captured on The Weekend Sun’s front page ‘In the wake of the wreck’ on October 14, 2011, shovelling globs of oil from Mount Maunganui’s shoreline. Today he’s back on the cover, this time his beloved beach is back to its pristine state – and he’s proud and happy. See page 4 for more. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

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From that day on I realised that everyone** has their point of view and should be encouraged to express it, even if almost the entire nation disagrees. However, writing a letter to the paper is probably a better form of expression

not throw things at me. One day I’ll impart to you the secrets of saving ammo by harnessing the aerodynamic attributes of a well-delivered piece of framing timber.

Irish Roverberations

Astute readers will have noticed our bungle last week, when we mistakenly listed the Irish Rovers as among those big acts bypassing Tauranga. Of course they are not, having a sell-out show in Baycourt this weekend. Thanks to the readers who alerted us so promptly. I am not sure what the penalty is, for upsetting the Irish Rovers. Maybe we get a visit from the IRA or a dozen jackbooted leprechauns doing a jig on the editor’s forehead. Or our ration of Guinness suspended for the week. Whatever, will we take our punishment and offer our sincere apologies to the Rovers and their fans and the nice folk at Baycourt. Of course they wouldn’t skip Tauranga and we wish them all the best for their show here.

Driving shocker

In other news this week, police are hot on the trail of some ramraiders who drove a Suzuki Escudo through the wall of a local service station. I’m glad the police are chasing these perpetrators and hope they catch them. Anyone with enough gall to drive a Suzuki Escudo, especially a red one, needs to feel the full weight of the law bearing down on them. than tearing pieces of historic décor from the interior of the town hall. Thanks to the hunter-gathers for the invitation and the great dinner and company. They’re an interesting bunch and I hope to see more of them at some of the events during the year. As long as they continue to

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Biting the bullet Hire purchase was a ‘life-saver’ for Petra Bowles. The Mount Maunganui mum suffers trypanophobia, a morbid fear injections and needles, an extreme fear that could have had extreme consequences. The 25-year-old stopped going to the dentist 10 years ago. “I am terrified of any medical procedure involving hypodermic needles.” Then recently alarm bells went off when one side of her face swelled, she appeared to have a black eye and her vision blurred. A frightened Petra gave in and went to the dentist. “I had an abscess and the infection was on its way to my brain.” Petra’s dentist told her it was a close call. “Had I not got treatment when I did, I could have died.” Then came extractions, fillings and each time she had to be sedated. The bills mounted – to $6000. Now Petra has her life back on the “never never” for $50 dollars a week for two years. And she’s one of the hundreds of Bay of Plenty patients getting dental treatment on ‘tick’, via hire purchase agreements. “People are used to HP on televisions and washing machines, people are not used to HP on health,” says Dr Chris Burns of dental care corporate Lumino. The company is working with Q Card, offering interest-free loans for two years. It doesn’t make dental care much cheaper, but spreading payments makes it affordable and ‘do-able’ . The uptake has been Mount phenomenal in the BOP Maunganui and nationwide Lumino has mum Petra 300,000 patients. The average Bowles’ smile is HP amount in BOP is $1000 worth $6000. and loans ‘max-out’ at $8500. Chris says people understand

it’s an exciting way to achieve dental health. “They can look at their finances and have a budget they can work through.” One pivotal benefit of corporate dentistry is it can offer the best rates from high volumes of business. “I could never have afforded $6000 in one whack,” says Petra. “My teeth would have fallen out – or worse.” Lumino marketing manager Kerry Dunphy understands. “If I had to pay $15,000 [up front] I’d quit too. But $30 a week is manageable.” So is this a sad indictment of the region’s teeth? Chris says no, because patients are all ages and demographics requiring various procedures. But Ex-pat North American Kerry Dunphy can’t believe the state of New Zealanders’ teeth. “I find it’s a bad experience with the dental nurse as a kid or the attitude: ‘If it’s not broke don’t fix it’.” Kerry says prevention is better than cure and it’s certainly cheaper. “They will go to the doctor for a check-up but not the dentist. By Hunter Wells

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The day the oil came ashore

Boy swept out to sea A full-scale search and rescue operation was mounted from Mount Maunganui’s shoreline on Wednesday after a five-year-old was swept out to sea. The boy was caught by a large wave about 11.50am at the base of The Mount in an area known as Shelly Beach. Police say the boy was with eight extended family members – two adults and six children. He and two sisters, age 12 and 14, were washed away by the wave but the girls were helped ashore. The search continued yesterday, involving police, coastguard, Mount Maunganui Lifeguards, the Port of Tauranga Pilot Boat and Trustpower TECT Rescue.

Armed robbery in Bellevue

Police investigating the armed robbery of the Bellevue Superette are asking the community for help in identifying the offender. Images of the man, armed with a stick, were caught on CCTV footage when he entered the shop on Windsor Rd at about 7.15pm on Tuesday night. Detective Sergeant Darryl Brazier says the offender is shown as wearing a distinctive black and white checked jacket and a dark coloured woollen hat. Anyone with information should contact Tauranga Police Station on 07 577 4300 or call the Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.

Poison pine mystery solved

Mount Maunganui’s ailing Norfolk pines were poisoned by spray used by Tauranga City Council to control prickleweed, it was announced this week. The discovery was made by independent arborist Paul Kenny, who credits the discovery to the council’s toxic agrichemical policy. Tauranga is the only council in NZ that logs use of agri-chemicals, and a detailed database going back several years states which chemicals are used, as well as where and when. TCC general manager for environmental services Rebecca Perrett says until council has more information, broadleaf herbicides will no longer be used by TCC in areas where they could come into contact with tree roots.

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The first cruise ship of the season, the Sea Princess, originally expected in Tauranga’s port this weekend has cancelled its voyage due to technical issues. About 2000 passengers booked on the ship’s Sydney, Brisbane, New Zealand cruise are affected by the cancellation, with the Sea Princess now expected to arrive in Tauranga on October 18. The Sea Princess is currently in dry dock at Garden Island in Sydney, awaiting repairs. SunLive understands Brisbane passengers were about to fly to Sydney to embark on the cruise when they were informed of the cancellation at Brisbane Airport on Monday.

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Dion Norton has an unbreakable bond with Mount Maunganui’s shoreline. “My beach” says the territorial 40-year-old husband, professional painter, but first and foremost a surfer. “I even got married on this sand.” So when the MV Rena ploughed into Astrolabe Reef on October 5, three years ago on Sunday, spewing its bunker oil onto Mount Maunganui beach, he felt personally aggrieved. Dion’s image filled the front page of The Weekend Sun on October 14, 2011, as ‘In the wake of the wreck’ screamed the headline. Dion’s back on the front page of The

Weekend Sun this week, this anniversary, at the same place, on the same beach almost three years to the day later. “I was devastated,” recalls Dion this week. Dion was painting in C3 – a cargo shed at the Port of Tauranga – when he learned of New Zealand’s biggest marine environmental disaster. He could live with the grounding but when oil started fouling his playground a few days later, he put the lid back on his pot of paint and headed for the beach. He almost cried. “The beach was covered in ugly black clumps, right along the waterline, as far as you can see. And it was littered with dead birds. So I just got on with it, started cleaning up right there and then.” Dion spent four or five hours that day piling up the pollution, cleansing his little

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patch of paradise. And he carried on day after day until the official clean-up began. “I wanted to fix my beautiful beach, because it looked hideous. “And I felt so proud when lots of others joined the effort.” Months later he was still picking spots of oil from his surf board. But this week, back at the very same spot on Mount Maunganui’s shore, Dion digs his hand into the white sand, his sand. He slowly sieves it though his fingers and beams. “It’s lovely again – back to its original state.” For this surfer and self-appointed spiritual guardian of Mount Maunganui Main Beach, the Rena is a distant bad dream. He grabs his board, scans the beach and wanders towards a “much bigger surf ” where the grown-ups play. By Hunter Wells

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In the line of duty It’s nearly 50 years since a “totally nice guy” went on duty at Tauranga Police Station, and didn’t come home. It was a sunny day on February ary 4, 1970. His son Sam Arcus remembers it well because it was “the worst day of my life”. “I was just 11. I got Sam Arcus with his mum Dawn and his slain policeman father Peter. home from primary Photo by Zoe Hunter. school and my mother and the detail is sketchy in Sam’s dropped it on me. Your father’s a policeman of the people. The memory, St Michael can’t have dead.” Queen reminded him too. Sam been on duty. Found dead in the line of duty, was invited to lunch with her On the day he died Gilbert was Sergeant Gilbert Peter Arcus is Majesty at Trentham. called to a house in Tauranga one of 29 New Zealand policeThey remembered policemen where a troubled woman was men and four Bay of Plenty who have died in the line of duty. holed up. officers who’ve made the “A wonderful, powerful occasion The story goes he climbed on a supreme sacrifice. but for all the wrong reasons.” box to get through a window to This week they’ve been rememTo his colleagues Gilbert was a pacify the woman. She pushed bered at a special St Michael’s compassionate and him backwards and the sergeant day service – as St Michael, the understanding cop. fell, fracturing the base archangel Michael, is the heavTo his 11-year-old son, he was a of his skull. enly fighter of good over evil and doting dad and family man who It was fatal. He died an hour protector of policemen. enjoyed cooking roast dinners. later. Gilbert – or Peter to everyone “You know, Saint Michael, from “I loved him dearly and I still who knew him – was to 11-yearyour own experiences with the miss him,” says Bruce Sam, who is now old Sam “a blue-uniformed idol”. devil that the Ben police officer’s lot on Heath 55 years old. Matthews “I was angry and confused. I earth is not always a happy one.” 021 580 580 021 701 237 “When he died I was just starting knew I couldn’t just go and find Sam would say it certainly hasn’t to bond with him. I lost my male him and talk to him about it, ask been a “happy lot” for a policerole model. And he was the best.” him what was wrong. He was man’s son either. Sam – he’s actually named Peter gone. End of story.” By the way, the woman Arcus like his father but somehow responsible was charged with Sam was understandably strugthe name Sam stuck – is often gling with the concept of death. manslaughter, but declared insane. By Hunter Wells reminded his dad was great man, Whatever happened that day,

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Dual role would save $69,000 A fellow political candidate is urging NZ First List MP Clayton Mitchell to retain his position as a Tauranga City councillor – saving ratepayers $69,000. Tauranga independent candidate Rusty Kane is throwing his weight behind Clayton’s ability to hold down both positions, despite public response differing. Clayton securing a role in Parliament at the General Election means he’s giving up his Tauranga City councillor role – honouring a promise he made to the commu-

Clayton Mitchell outside Tauranga City Council. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

nity. Asking the public through a Sun Media poll whether they think he should keep his council position if he ends up in the Beehive, a response of 401 of 525 votes wanted Clayton to give up his seat and focus solely on government. Clayton, who has been in his council role less than a year, has ruled out writing a cheque for the $69,000 by-election. Rusty says Clayton should be given the chance to prove to ratepayers and taxpayers he

is capable of doing both roles. He believes it is a prime opportunity for Tauranga to have an extra “open door and ear” to Parliament – something lacking in the past. A breakdown supplied by TCC shows by-election costs are broken down into three key areas; management fees, voting paper processing, and ‘other costs’. Management fees are paid to electionz.com for the Electoral Officer to undertake tasks, with administration costs associated to the voter paper processing and other costs include postage, public notices and photocopying. “In my opinion having a councillor who is also

an MP would be of great benefit to the council and for those who elected him to both jobs,” says Rusty. “If I was us [the public], I would ask Clayton to reconsider staying on as councillor, the advantages of him staying on at TCC far outweigh any perceived disadvantage.” But Clayton says he will listen to what the people have said. He is reluctant to ask people to poll again and reconsider. Clayton says with NZ First now on

the cross benches, opposed to those in power, the workload albeit considerable is not as large as first envisaged. “However if people did strongly come out and say ‘Clayton we want you to stay on-board’ I would love to, I have always said that. “My thoughts, from a city point of view, it made sense for me to stay on board for at least a six-month trial period, at no cost to the city, to see how I do get on.” By Luke Balvert

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Celebrating age-friendly city Denise Whitehead wants to see a city where people can age positively – a city where elders are highly valued and recognised as an integral part of the community.

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Her vision is well underway as she and fellow Tauranga Elders Forum members celebrate one year since the Age-Friendly City Strategy was confirmed by Tauranga City Council. This week marks one year since the week-long photo exhibition of positive images of the city’s elders that opened on International Day of the Elder Person on October 1. “It’s the confirmation of our vision for an agefriendly city,” says Denise. “Tauranga is the first city in New Zealand to be age-friendly. “Since the strategy was released, several city councils, including Napier and Rotorua, as well as the officer of senior citizens, have made inquiries asking how we did it. So we can help establish their agefriendly city strategies.”

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Tauranga resident Richard Fenn playing billiards. Photo by Ross Brown. as implementing more seats and chairs in retail outlets.” Denise says an age-friendly city is one where there is a culture of inclusion shared by people of all ages and abilities. She says it’s a city that enables people to live independently and participate in all aspects of life as they age. “The strategy’s overall objective to support people to continue to participate fully in city and community life is a work in progress. “This is just the first 12 months.”

Tauranga Elders Forum is responsible for monitoring the eight goals which influence the health and quality of the life of older people – and reporting back quarterly to TCC on its implementation. In just 12 months, Denise believes the forum and other community agencies have made significant difference to the way older people enjoy the city. “We’ve extended timing for pedestrians crossing the road at controlled traffic lights, increased seats and shelters to most bus stop sites, advocated driver training for bus drivers, as well

The Age-Friendly City Strategy has been with us for one year – so what changes have been made and what’s being done so we can all enjoy Tauranga as we age? Through this column I’ll list some initiatives already in place or under development – but first let me tell you about an age-friendly city and what

it means for Tauranga. The vision is: “Tauranga is an age-friendly city that enables people to live independently and participate in all aspects of city life as they age”. An age-friendly city is where there’s a culture of inclusion shared by people ...SWIM ...SPIN of all ages and abilities. The strategy’s overall people to continue to fully ...SOCIALISE ...EXERCISE objective is to support participate in city and community life. The strategy identifies ...SWIM ...SPIN eight goals that might ...EXERCISE ...SWIM ...SWIM...SOCIALISE ...SPIN ...SPIN influence the health and ...SOCIALISE ...SOCIALISE ...EXERCISE ...EXERCISE quality of life of older people. Each month I’ll highlight a goal and provide information regarding an action taken, or achievements made. Tauranga City Council’s strategies and policies focus on what council can and will do and doesn’t include roles of other organisations or community groups that form the make-up of our city. It’s recognised TCC couldn’t possibly achieve all goals on its own – it needs support of outside agencies to work proactively and in partnership with the community to raise awareness about age-friendly issues. The Tauranga Elders Forum has been given the responsibly to monitor goals and report back to TCC’s elected members on its implementation. We’re working with established community and agency groups, discussing ideas and providing constructive support for the entire community’s benefit.

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Bay of Plenty Cricket Trust general manager Kelvin Jones at the Bay Oval. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

Oval’s swift rise It might not have the same aura as England’s Lord’s Cricket Ground or Australia’s MCG but Mount Maunganui’s Bay Oval is beginning to stamp its mark on the international scene, which is highlighted by a jam-packed summer schedule. Hot on the heels of daylight saving, years of hard work are coming to fruition for the Bay Cricket Trust with the Kiwi Black Caps, South Africa, England and Afghanistan all gracing the venues pristine facilities between now and February 2015. The Afghanistan national men’s side is currently in town for four world cup warm-up matches, but the jewel in the crown lies firmly with the two One Day Internationals between the Black Caps and South Africa – a first for the Mount. Bay Oval will host the first two ODIs on October

21 and October 24 before the final match at Hamilton’s Seddon Park on October 27. “We think we have got the biggest sporting event that this town has ever had coming up with the internationals against South Africa,” says Bay of Plenty Cricket Trust general manager Kelvin Jones. “In terms the national and international interest, in terms of TV and wider audience, we can’t think of anything that has come close. Short of an All Black test coming here that’s it.” Most impressive is the leaps and bounds the venue has made during the last 12 months, particularly after the Cricket World Cup qualifiers earlier this year. Since the June ODI announcement, the trust has spent close to $800,000 on temporary and permanent infrastructure, including better side screens, scoreboards and terraces – bolstering its status as a standalone cricket venue. By Luke Balvert

Renovate the home with the Renovation Court If it’s a one-stop-shop you’re after for your home renovations this season, then a trip to the Tauranga Spring Home Show could help. With an apparent upsurge in home renovating recently, the Tauranga Spring Home Show on October 17-19, is including its own renovation feature – The Renovation Court. Located in ‘B Street’, the renovation court will be centred by well-known Tauranga renovating experts Smith & Sons. “You can’t miss them as they’ll be under the huge arch in B

Street and they’ll have all their key suppliers and details there as well,” says organiser Graeme Martin. Alongside Smith & Sons, will be their kitchen makers of choice – MasterCraft Kitchens. Long established in Tauranga, and now nationwide, MasterCraft Kitchens are at the top of their game when it comes to renovating kitchens, says Graeme. “So make sure you stop and see Colin and his team of kitchen designers at the Renovation Court.” Home Tech (SolaTube) and Home Plus, for a full range of home finishes, are also on board – along with window and

double-glazing experts from NZ Windows. “To round it off, you need the right colours and finishes and who better to talk with than NZ’s foremost paint and colour experts – the Resene Colour Shop,” says Graeme. There’s also an $8000 Outdoor Living Prize Package to be won, live cooking demonstrations, a ‘leisure for pleasure’ area, as well as lots of new products, a children’s zone and much more. Visit the Tauranga Spring Home Show at ASB Arena on Friday, October 17, for free entry –thanks to The Weekend Sun – and $5 entry for adults all weekend.

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Tauranga mother Penny Lloyd volunteers her spare time every athletics season to help children under 14 succeed in sport. Ask her why and she grins from ear to ear and says she “loves it”. As Bellevue Athletics Club treasurer, Penny is encouraging others to volunteer their time to help aspiring athletes, aged one-14, get a head start in their sporting future by registering for the 2014/2015 season. Penny says registrations have just opened for the new season, starting October 14 – and she’s

looking for at least 15 helpers to work with the usual 280 children who attend. “Volunteers would either be helping with gear and equipment, or coaching the little children aged one-four. “They could be teaching them how to throw a ball, how to jump on a mini tramp, how to jump through hoops, or run a race. It’s not too tricky.” Penny says the ideal applicant is someone who loves children and preferably knows a little bit about sport. She’s also keeping an eye out for polytechnic students looking for coaching experience. “We mostly find the people who put their hands up are parents. But what we’re more aiming at is

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From Monday, the Welcome Bay retired pastor is participating in TEAR Fund’s Live Below the Line global challenge, which involves surviving on food valued at no more than $2.25 per day – for five days. Participants gather sponsorship, with proceeds used to fight the multi-billion dollar human trafficking and sex slave industries. “I get quite upset when I see children in poverty, children suffering,” says Dave. “You know, I compare it with my own children and my grandchildren, and I see there’s such a need. “Most of us that live in New Zealand live in the lap of luxury in comparison to a lot of third world countries.” Dave and his wife Jean have begun to price up food like lentils, beans, rice, and bread, and have been looking out for special pricing for food. “We’ve priced them all up per gram, and measured out what we can afford on $2.25 a day. “For instance, the other day we got some cans of beans at 65 cents. “If we have half a can of beans each, that works out at 32-and-a-half cents, and four cents for a slice of bread, so we can have a meal for 36-and-a-half cents. “A cup of tea will cost us about four cents, but we’ll share a tea bag between us, so it means it will only cost us two cents each. “We’ve worked out things like that so that we can subsist on $2.25 a day.” Dave locums as a chaplain at Tauranga Hospital. “I’m a follower of Jesus Christ. If I am going to profess to follow him, then I’ve got to walk after him, walk in the way he did, and that means not taking everything for myself – living for other people, in other words.” Dave aims to raise $325 in sponsorship, plus donate the money he’d have normally spent on food during the week. Madina Turgieva of TEAR Fund says purchasing the recipe book ‘One Helping’ is also a great way of engaging with this issue. Live Below the Line runs October 6-10. For more information, visit www.tearfund.org.nz To sponsor Dave, phone 021 030 8895.

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Walking the pink journey with mum Papamoa mother-of-three Denise Narruhn always tells her daughters not to worry – she’ll manage. But now, the 61-yearold is having to sit back and let her daughters take care of her as she fights breast cancer.

When Denise cuts the ribbon to officially open the Pink Papamoa Beach Walk on October 5, her daughters Vanessa Narruhn, Carmen Joseph and Raywen Ward will be right beside her. Things have changed since Denise was diagnosed with breast cancer in March, during a routine mammogram. Papamoa mother Denise Narruhn speaking with Ngaire LakerMetz from Breast Cancer Support Service Trust. Photo by Zoe Hunter.

Her soft and reassuring words “don’t worry” are being politely hushed by her incredibly supportive husband Victor and their daughters. “It’s been pretty hard for them. I always tell them: ‘Don’t worry, mum will manage’,” says Denise. “This time I can’t say that because they want to help and I don’t want to push them away. “They’re a big help. They under-

stand what I’m going through and I love them for that.” The news she has breast cancer shocked Denise. It’s something she never thought would happen to her. “I didn’t pay attention to it but I’ve learned so much in such a short period of time. And I’m still learning. “It’s brought my family and I closer to each other in so many

ways. I think sometimes we take each other for granted.” Her message to others is not to fool around when it comes to getting your breasts checked. “Go for it. Get it done.” Denise is truly thankful to Tauranga Breast Cancer Support Service Trust for their support. The Pink Papamoa Beach Walk at Papamoa Surf Life Saving Club starts 10am on October 5. By Zoe Hunter

Teeing up pink funds There are plenty of ways to support Tauranga men and women diagnosed with breast cancer this October. Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust has pink merchandise available for purchase to raise funds and awareness this Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month’s T-shirts are designed by Tauranga woman Maree Herbert and are available for $20 from the Christopher St office between 9am and 1pm weekdays – and at the Pink Papamoa Beach Walk this Sunday, October 5. There are also licence plate frames for $10 and pink caps for $15 available.

All funds will go towards Tauranga residents living with breast cancer. There’s also many other opportunities to show support for the cause by hosting pink tea parties, pink drinks evenings, girls’ nights in or girls’ nights out. A Zumba fundraiser is at 632 Cameron Rd on October 20 from 7pm. Entry is $8, with all proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust. Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust’s Lea Lehndorf showing off the pink merchandise.

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Pedalling fun for the family Hurtling along a twisting track, pedalling frantically to keep ahead of other riders then flying over jumps – the infectious excitement of BMX racing is helping the sport grow in popularity. This weekend anyone interested can take to Tauranga BMX Club’s Cambridge Rd track themselves and get a feel for the sport at the club’s open day on Sunday from 1pm. Club secretary Tania Gabel says the numbers riding are continuing to grow since BMX became an Olympic sport – “it’s now seen as part of the mainstream”. Tania says it’s an ideal family sport – with more girls inspired by Olympian Sarah Walker, and parents often following children onto the track. “It’s great for all ages – our oldest member is 70.” Pre-schoolers can get involved with the club’s strider (non-pedal) bikes. Interested riders should bring along their bike and helmet on Sunday to take part in some fun races. A few bikes will be available to loan. For event details Tania on 027 544 2121. Other fun family activities on offer as part of Play in the Bay’s Outdoors October this weekend include Waimarino Adventure Park’s Summer Kickstarter.

This is on 10am-6pm Friday to Sunday, for the whole family to enjoy the park’s attractions. Another family activity is Sunday’s Colour Dash 5km fundraising run or walk at Tauranga Racecourse supporting Auckland’s Ronald McDonald House. For details call Claire on 027 491 7841 or see www.colourdash.co.nz Also on Sunday are waka ama and dragon boating have-a-go days. The waka ama open day will showcase the sport from 9.30am-12.30pm at Sulphur Point boat ramp. This is for those aged seven-plus. For details call Lawrence 022 089 4699. Those aged 16-plus can try dragon boating at Sulphur Point’s Marine Park slipway. For details call Trish 027 294 0757. Or how about trying outdoor bowls on Sunday, at Matua Bowling Club from 9am-3pm, for details call Phil 576 3516, or Gate Pa Bowling Club from 1pm3pm. Call Kath on 07 571 3563. Both events are free and suitable for anyone aged 13-plus. Otherwise get into the spirit of Pink October by joining in the Pink Papamoa Beach Walk to raise funds for breast cancer support services. The walk leaves Papamoa surf club on Sunday at 9am. For details see www.breastcancerbop.org.nz

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Taming the tamarillo again It’s that time of year, when there a lot of excitement over the new season’s produce at the market. There are freshly dug new potatoes and asparagus to get excited over as well as seedlings, which of course sell well because gardening has increased in popularity. As there’s something in the genes with me – my father was an avid gardener – so I tend to grow something each season, even if it’s only a few tomatoes. Last season I planted feijoa and tamarillo trees – and the tamarillos have suffered, yet still produce fruit. I was hoping to have heaps so I could restock on some tamarillo chutney.

Recently, a judge on ‘My Kitchen Rules’ declared tamarillos were a brave choice to have as a desert, because they were so polarising. I can see his point but it’s such a versatile fruit. Crimson coast tamarillos at the Tauranga Farmers’ Market can make assorted tamarillo products, including a fabulous vinegar and a dessert sauce. Polarising or not, tamarillos poached then served with some vanilla anglaise and macadamia baklava has got to be one of my favourite desserts of all time. The base products for this dessert – tamarillos, honey and macadamia nuts – can all be found at the farmers’ market.

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Tauranga Farmers Market is tomorrow celebrating the new season with a Spring Festival from 7.45am to 12 noon. Market-goers are invited to decorate a hat, wear it to the market – based at Tauranga Intermediate School – and be in to win market vouchers. Children are welcome to enter the competition too. For more, see www.taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz

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Method Cut a cross in the top of the tamarillos then place in a small stainless steel pot with the cardamon pods, one cup of honey, the whole unsplit vanilla pod and enough water to cover. Bring up to the boil simmer for about three-four minutes. Take the tamarillos out and carefully plunge into cold icy water the skin should be able be removed easily, then rest the fruit. Continue to reduce the rose-coloured syrup after rescuing the vanilla pod from the sauce. Make the baklava by laying sheets of buttered filo pastry on a wellgreased and lined oven tray and sprinkle each layer with some brown sugar and chopped nuts then a drizzle of honey, which can be heated first to make extra runny. Once the tray is full cover with silicone paper and another tray and bake at 170 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes. Remove from oven allow to cool completely with other tray on top. Once the syrup has reduced pour up to half over the whole tray then allow to sink in before portioning into big triangles. Meanwhile, add the vanilla pod, split and scraped, to a clean pot with the milk and heat gently with a little of the castor sugar. Whisk together the egg yolks and remaining sugar then gradually add the warmed milk, which should have nearly – but not quite – boiled. Now harden up and don’t be shy and put the whole mix straight back on the element, whisking the bottom of the pot constantly with a wide spatula so you don’t get scrambled eggs. Stop and remove from heat stirring well as soon as you feel thickening resistance occur. Heat the tamarillo back up in the remaining sauce and cut to display and assemble the dessert with big triangles of baklava and lots of vanilla sauce. Enjoy!

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They’re used to organising events in a country with more than 300 million people – but American’s Dave Erickson and Joe Schaumann will this weekend MC the Colour Dash right here in Tauranga. Colour Dash USA’s top on-site event duo Dave, 25, and Joe, 24, are in town for the city’s first-ever version of the international Colour Dash at Tauranga Racecourse this Sunday from 2pm. Organising more than 200 events all over United States of America, in cities populated by almost four million people – Dave and Joe are helping Metro Marketing’s Michelle Whitmore organise Tauranga’s inaugural event. They’re expecting Tauranga – a city home to about 100,000 – to have a splat-filled event full of colour. “Some of our most successful tour events have been in communities of 2000-5000 people, or even a town of 1000 people,” say the pair, who started

LEFT: Colour Dash USA’s top on-site event duo 25-year-old Dave Erickson and 24-year-old Joe Schaumann are in town for the city’s first-ever version of the international Colour Dash. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

as dash performers and now MC the event. “When the word spreads, everyone latches on. Sometimes in smaller towns the word spreads faster.” The event invites participants to run or walk 5km while being doused in exploding colour bombs in a bid to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Auckland. Dave and Joe also direct bubble dashes, where people run through tents full of foam and the UV dash night event. Michelle says if Tauranga embraces this weekend’s colour dash, there’s other products they’ve got the licence to do as well. “This might not be the end of it.” Michelle says Tauranga is the first licensee for colour dash outside of the USA and registrations are increasing, with corporate teams starting to enter too. Participants who’ve registered and haven’t received yet their race packs can visit Classic Flyers this afternoon to pick them up.

Tauranga’s dash is the inaugural event in the Dash Downunder 2014 Tour and will cap at 5000, but registrations will be available on the day if numbers allow. Register at www.colourdash.co.nz By Zoe Hunter

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Cargo Shed manager Kathy Sass says exceeded expectations. “We were quite conservative with our expectations, knowing how hard art sales are in the present economic climate. It is so wonderful to exceed our goals in this respect.” The full amount of the net profit was handed to Bethlehem College’s associate principal Teri Culpepper last Friday.

The Cargo Shed took no fee for hosting and organising the exhibition in keeping with their mission statement of creating an art space that encourages art and creativity within the community, while

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Sharing their friendship through art his paintings, reflecting his sense of humour. Timo Rannali and Richard Smith’s friendship dates The works are characterised with strong colour, back to 2001, through their association with The Art exaggerated shape; and the content always reveals a Studio, a collective gallery based in Mount Maunwide-angled view of the world. ganui, where they exhibited Timo and Richard are together. Both artists share a love of enthusiastic about exhibiting together once again, reflecting New Zealand, which they that their juxtaposition of styles represent through very difwill provide interesting and ferent painting styles. stimulating viewing for visitors Their exhibition ‘Double to the exhibition. Vision’ marks the first time ‘Double Vision’ opens they’ve exhibited together Friday, October 17, and runs since The Art Studio closed to Monday, November 10, at in 2006. Creative Tauranga Gallery Richard’s figurative, almost on Wharf St. photo-realistic paintings cover a wide range of subTimo Rannali and Richard Smith. jects and locations around the country, while Timo utilises a quirky approach to

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Tauranga’s place to be The Entertainers Club is rapidly developing a reputation as a ‘must do’ monthly event.

For three hours every second Sunday of the month all are welcome to pop upstairs to the Tauranga Citz Club and be entertained by some of Tauranga’s best performers, plus visiting artists. “We aren't bound by any particular genre of music, other than it must be good.” The club’s committee is made up of a bunch of muso fanatics who are all very focused on delivering a great nights entertainment every time. “People are returning month after month saying how they look forward to it as it's always such a great night.” The restaurant offers a fabulous buffet meal for $12 on the night too. This month has a great line up with Daughters of Ally, B-side band and Grant Haua. Doors open 4.30pm. Admission is $10. See you there.

Cellophonics in the city This Sunday the Tauranga Art Gallery is hosting an afternoon concert with the

popular Cellophonics group from the University of Waikato. Cellophonics has been together nine years, and is the only permanent ensemble of its kind in the country. The talented musicians will play at the gallery’s atrium from 3.30pm. Due to reduced space only 50 people will receive seating for $5. But no booking is needed as others can watch the concert from the stairs or upstairs, for a gold coin donation. To learn more see www.artgallery.org.nz

MMC proving what it’s made of Mount Maunganui College students’ dance depiction of the network of German Nazi concentration camps network – Auschwitz – has earned the school national recognition. The Year 9-10 students earned first place at the national Dance NZ Made competition at the Regent on Broadway Theatre in Palmerston North. MMC performing arts director Wayne Flanagan called the performance inspirational. “You could hear the audience gasp and hold their breath. Many were in tears – and then the 1600-strong crowd erupted in applause.” In a first-time entry, MMC also man-

aged to collect second place for its Year 11-13 piece ‘Lonely’ and open team entry ‘Hood’. Wayne says MMC was the most

Mostly, they performed with passion. “The difference between MMC and the rest was the ability of the students to tell a story through dance.” By Zoe Hunter

successful school at the competition, with the judges unanimous in their praise. “The students were focussed and performed with skill and precision.

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The Weekend Sun is extending a huge thank you to LegaSea and Fog Dog for sponsoring the ‘Catch of the Week’ promotion for more than two years. May El-Agez, Catch of theWeek The weekly competition asks on the 7 September 2012. Bay of Plenty boaties to send in a photoher big catch – and even graph of their big bigger smile – after their catch in a bid to win fishing trip in August, 2012. three packets of Fog “She still talks about that Dog premium beer and says ‘I got in the paper batter. for the fish that I caught LegaSea’s Adam dad’.” El-Agez says about The Weekend Sun also 600 tasty batter prizes wishes to thank Brett Keller have been sent to keen from Tauranga Marine g. Anneka Forlon fishers since they came Charters, who volunteers on board as sponsors on his weekly Fishing August 24, 2012. Gossip column. “We love seeing people getting To carry on the out there and catching their tradition, email own fish. a high resolution “We love seeing families photograph of your spending time together. catch to photos@ “It’s a great activity for mum, thesun.co.nz, dad, grandparents and the kids. subject line: Catch “That’s what we’re all of the Week, name, about really.” age, contact details Adam remembers sending in and description of a photograph of his then twofish and location and Reg Stark. year-old daughter May with be in to win.

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Boatie bar crossing workshop Maketu Volunteer Coastguard is holding a bar crossing workshop at the Kaituna Cut on October 12, starting 9am. About 20 people have signed up, but there is plenty of room for more, says the coastguard’s publicity officer Julie Cross. When the boaties tell their families they’re going to a bar crossing workshop, they mean they’re going back and forth across the Kaituna River bar at different stages of the tide – and looking at how to safely approach the crossing in different conditions of wind and tide and sharing that accumulated knowledge with the local boating community. The workshop, which focuses on safe navigation and boat handling during the bar crossing, is free to current Maketu Coastguard members, and will cost nonmembers $85. Membership costs $75.

“Join our Coastguard Unit on Eastpack Rescue or Gibby Rescue and cross the bar with their guidance,” says Julie. “Discuss any boating questions you may have.” Maketu Coastguard’s Eastpack Rescue boat has been in service at Maketu for a year and has proved its worth, undertaking rescues, towing stranded boats and providing a first response for marine emergencies for Motiti, Papamoa, Maketu Pukehina and Matata. The workshop is always a popular day for those who attend, says Julie. If the weather is unsuitable on October 12, the back-up date will be Sunday, October 26. Those wanting to attend can email maketucoastguard@gmail.com with your details, or call 021 139 3598 or 07 533 1390. The training day is to be held at the cut, Ford Rd, Maketu.

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Gardening Stories of soothing, eclectic wonderlands This November’s NZ Garden & Art Festival will have guest speaker Steven Wells illustrating with stories from his own experience how gardens can be therapeutic refreshing places.

Steven was named Gardener of the Year 2012 by the ‘Gardening Australia’ magazine for his creation of a soothing sensory garden for patients at a rehabilitation centre in Melbourne. Steven’s own garden is an eclectic wonderland, where he says while he “always has a project on the go” he’s also made sure his garden invites him to rest and share it with friends.

Steven Wells is his own garden, he calls an eclectic wonderland. These are Steven’s hints for a restful retreat: • Create nooks and little areas for solace and quiet moments by yourself. • Use plants and screens to provide a feeling of enclosure to escape the busyness of life. • Ensure there is connection between indoors and out, so you can enjoy the garden from inside no matter what the weather. • Opt for lush plants to give a green fullness. For relaxing effect choose soft tones like greens, greys,

purples, blues and whites. • Include some creative or quirky artistic elements to capture attention in the space. • Water features like a low bowl or a small bubbler are very soothing. • Create sitting areas to suit mood and activities and suitable for varying sized groups. Learn more by booking to attend one of Steven’s sessions in the Speakers Marquee at The Lakes Expo Pavilion November 21-22 at 3pm each day.

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Pride in providing cutting edge products Otumoetai Cycles and Mowers owner Warren Judge takes pride in offering Bay of Plenty residents cutting edge products and services. This spring, Warren is inviting people to bring in anything that has cut, or can cut, grass to receive a minimum $100 trade-in when purchasing a new petrol lawn mower. The most innovative or imaginative tradeOtumoetai Cycles and Mowers owner Warren Judge.

in wins a free barbecue. When purchasing a new lawn mower from the Cambridge Heights store, Warren suggests the Briggs & Stratton. Warren says this brand has been producing the world’s most durable, reliable and easyto-maintain lawn mower engines and small engines for outdoor power equipment for more than 100 years. He says Briggs & Stratton produce not only engines but a range of end-products, including walk-behind and ride-on mowers, water pumps,

pressure washers and generators. Otumoetai Cycles and Mowers also stock Victa products – an iconic Australian brand that Warren says has earned a reputation for innovation, strong performance and rocksolid reliability. Victa’s current product range encompasses easy-to-use two-stroke and four-stroke powered petrol mowers, mains electric and battery mowers, petrol and battery line trimmers, petrol and electric outdoor blower-vacuums; and a range of accessories to complement these products. Warren says providing quality products and services in-store is incredibly important, which is why he chooses to stock brands like Briggs & Stratton and Victa.

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Enjoying balmy summer evenings Summer is almost here – and 4 Seasons Home and Leisure manager Dave Boocock has everything needed to enjoy the warmer evenings outdoors. As the days get longer, Dave says Tauranga residents are spending more time relaxing outdoors and making the most of the long summer days ahead. “Increasingly people are viewing the outside as an extension of their home, an expression of individual style,” says Dave. “Their backyard is every bit as important as any other room in the house and outdoor furniture is very much part of the picture.” At 4 Seasons, Dave says people can choose from wooden, aluminum, ceramic or all-weather wicker furniture in a variety of styles, from the traditional to con-

temporary. “We have a great selection of chairs and tables to mix and match.” Because summer is the time for outdoor cooking and dining, Dave and his team are hosting regular cooking lessons to help clients gain the best from their new barbecues, and 4 Seasons Home and Leisure manager Dave impress family and Boocock showing a customer the great range of friends. top quality barbecues available. The store has barbecues to suit steaks, great pizzas and are perfect every need and budget from small for roast meals – and they retail at portable barbecues to take camping an everyday price.” or out on the boat, to something a So before summer kicks in – give bit more substantial for the deck. 4 Seasons Home and Leisure a call A popular barbecue choice is the and check out what they’ve got on North American-made Broil King offer, or register for one of their and Weber barbecues, says Dave. popular cooking lessons only avail“They’re designed to cook juicy able in store. By Zoe Hunter

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The not-so secret council meetings You might be thinking ‘What is Tauranga City Council doing?’ because you haven’t heard much in the media lately.

Well, you’re right; we haven’t been communicating much lately. This is partly because our communications team is getting refreshed through the CEO’s restructure. But it’s mainly because elected members are building our knowledge to have informed debates in public during November on our Long Term Plan. We’ve had a lot of private briefings this year to bring new councillors up to speed with the detail behind why we do what we do. No decisions are made in our briefings. They allow us to have informed debates in future public meetings. An example is this week’s briefing on our

new risk management framework. We discussed council’s culture to risk, but it will be debated at next month’s Finance and Risk Committee. The briefings also guide staff on the range of options councillors will debate in public so staff don’t waste time assessing options that we’d never consider. We also have confidential meetings when we’re entering into legal proceedings. For example, the local alcohol policy was debated in confidence so we can strategise without the other party knowing our position; otherwise there is little point in us arguing our case. Most of this information becomes publicly available after the legal process is concluded. It's not about hiding stuff from residents; it’s about giving us the best chance in the legal process on behalf of the city. In regards to releasing the cap of offlicenses in our local alcohol policy, please let

me know if you want me to explain why I supported it. In other news this week, I’d like to thank Zespri for amending their plans to expand their building on council owned-land in response to local submissions. During the next six months we’ll look at the future use of this property. Last year our staff noticed some Norfolk pine trees on Marine Parade were dying. After lots of research, staff found this was caused by our spraying of broad-leaf weeds around the roots. Our policy for using toxic chemicals limits the types of sprays we can use, so staff had to use more quantity to kill the weeds that were building a resistance to the spray. We’re reviewing our use of sprays to ensure we’re more practical while respecting the community’s concerns. Feel free to email me your thoughts (matt.cowley@tauranga. govt.nz), call/text me on 027 6989 548, and follow me at www. facebook.com/a.younger.voice.

A business start-up in 54 hours It could easily be said that Tauranga Start Up weekend facilitator Tina Jennen has entrepreneurship in her veins.

Since moving from America in January 2010 to complete her MBA at Waikato Management School, Tina has become a key player in Tauranga’s start-up community, and has recently taken on the role of Start Up Weekend national facilitator. “New Zealand is remote, so Kiwis have to work harder to reach international audiences and

get to use and understand world best practice methodologies. This makes Start Up Weekend really valuable,” says Tina. “Participants have access to business tools and mentors in a short, fun format, so they can assess whether their idea is really viable. It’s like doing the start of an MBA, in just 54 hours.” Tina brings a wealth of experience to the role. She’s currently a leased executive for her own consulting firm and is venture manager at non-profit organisation Enterprise Angels, leading the Plenty of Innovation programme.

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“These roles allow me to help businesses grow and also build our entrepreneurial community. It’s amazing to be able to add value to people and their projects,” says Tina. She’s looking forward to facilitating Tauranga’s Start Up weekend on November 7-9. “Mentors from all over New Zealand help participants to prepare their pitch. “The idea is to lead and empower participants, yet leave them enough Tauranga Start Up weekend room to grow and facilitator Tina Jennen is gearing emerge independent up for the event on November 7-9. business professionals.”

What stabilising interest rates could mean for you There has been little change during the last few weeks in interest rate changes. The Reserve Bank has halted any further changes to the

Official Cash Rate for the foreseeable future and economists see no further changes until 2015. This has meant a few lenders dropping some of their shorter term rates. Westpac offer 5.80 per cent for one year and HSBC has dropped its one-year rate to 5.85 per cent. ANZ last week recommended fixing your mortgage for one year is probably the best strategy at the moment. “With all rates at three years and shorter now below the floating rate, and the Reserve Bank still flagging

rate hikes in years to come, we see little merit in being on floating.” The floating rate is hovering at about 6.75 per cent from some of the major lenders, so longer term rates are becoming less attractive. So, as a homeowner, what is the best way choose a rate that’s right for you? Here are some things you may want to consider. A fixed rate means you’ll know exactly what your repayments will

be during a fixed term, meaning you’ll be able to budget your repayments with certainty. Floating rates are more flexible than fixed, so if you want to make extra repayments you can. Plan your budget; think about the impact of rate increases and look at your financial commitments and lifestyle costs if your repayments go up. Talk to us at Planwise if you’re unsure about the structure of your mortgage.

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Bless our friends St George’s Church will host an unusual congregation this Sunday, with cats, dogs, birds, donkeys, and any other well-behaved furry friends.

The critters are invited to take part in the annual Animal Blessing service, held by the church and Tauranga SPCA. Tauranga SPCA operations manager Margaret Rawiri sheds some light on the origins of this odd tradition. “The Animal Blessing marks the celebration of the life of St Francis of Assisi, patron Saint of Animals and the environment. This is Animals are blessed at a previous ceremony. a day which is joyously celebrated worldwide.” The official feast day is October 4, with communities service is the non-human worshippers. “I like seeing so many animals together socialising in the one place. nationwide celebrating pet blessings and other events. The dogs also love a sing-along to the hymns, which is Many interesting animals have been counted among always very entertaining.” churchgoers, says Margaret. She is really hoping to see a huge turnout this year, “Along with the cats and dogs of many breeds, we with pews full of spiritual pets. have had birds, donkeys, goats, and mice. Every year “Everyone is invited, along with their well-mannered brings a different surprise.” animals. We do require dogs to be on a leash, and She can’t recall any moments of bad behaviour over cats and birds need to be in cages that allow for their the years; the animals mingle heedless of their species’ normal movement. differences, with a refined, appropriately “There is a grassy area so horses, donkeys, llamas and Christian grace. other large animals are welcome, but must be under “They are all very well behaved and well-mannered the direct control of their owners.” – and the public really appreciate and understand Margaret reminds people to bring water and bowls, the need to have dogs on leads, and others contained plastic bags and pooper-scoopers, “so your animal appropriately for the service.” leaves only footprints behind”. The morning is “always enjoyable”, and Margaret By Lauren Barnard says her favourite part of the blessing

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This can be a fun experience, and some dogs enjoy watching the display with their families. But the natural reaction for many of our pets is fear. Some will hide away in a dark spot. If this is your pet’s choice, let them be. They’ll often feel safer hidden until the noises stop. Others will panic and run around, destroy things, pace, drool and pant. If they’re outside, scared pets risk getting lost or being hurt on the road. Please ensure pets are in a safe area before nightfall. Preferably

inside, or in a covered cage. Having curtains drawn, and the lights and radio on, will ease the situation for many. In a tolerant pet you may be able to place a cotton ball into each ear to muffle the sounds too. If your dog is outside with you, have them on a leash. For those that seek attention, play games with them; dogs may enjoy peanut butter smeared on a chew toy, or an indoor game of fetch as a distraction. Thunder coats are a new option for fearful dogs. They’re firmlyfitted vests that can markedly

calm your dog during anxious situations. Pheromone diffusers and a range of medications can help cats and dogs severely traumatised by these noisy events. In October we’re offering 20 per cent off all of our anti-anxiety merchandise. Have fun and keep pets safe. Kathleen joined VCT in 2005. She completed her Veterinary Degree in 2003 and has a special interest in Ophthalmology (eyes) and Oncology (cancer). She is proud Mum to Manny & Pearl (dogs) and Woof (cat). Phone VetCare 07 576 9555.

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Taking strays from the streets A wildlife project aimed at removing stray cats from Tauranga has so far captured 900 feral felines since its inception two years ago. The Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Wildlife Community Cat Project aims to address this community issue by being proactive and collaborative, says founder Dr Liza Schneider. “We all have a role to play to reach a sustainable way forward with this problem. It starts with people looking after their pet cats responsibly – ensuring that they are de-sexed, well fed, identified with a microchip and collar and that they are not dumped or left behind when people move house,” says Liza. “Unowned cats that are not de-sexed breed at an alarming rate. They are often a threat to local wildlife, cause stress and trauma to pet cats and sometimes damage property.” Liza says most of the cats they’ve caught have been de-sexed and rehomed. Those that were not able to be rehomed because they were too feral have been humanely euthanised. “The cats that we are unsure are owned or not, we will be posting photos of them on our Facebook page so if there is anyone in the surrounding areas who have lost a cat, then they know where to look.” The project has now moved into Myres Rd in Pillans Point with residents happy to have the help. Liza says they’ve received positive feedback with residents delighted to have help with their feral feline and stray cat problem. ARRC anticipates 20 cats will need to be removed from the area and this may take ARRC manager Sue Mackey with a feral cat which has been two-eight weeks. By Letitia Atkinson fed by a Greerton family for many years. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

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ARRC has two special cats in need of new homes this week. They’ll need a bit of patience and time for them to come out of their shells, as they’re both a little shy. Because they’re not super friendly ARRC isn’t asking for $60 for their adoption, just a donation of any amount to go towards their de-sexing. The ginger and white boy is very

quiet and shy. He won’t come to people for a cuddle but likes to be picked up and held securely. To meet him please call 07 579 9115. The cameo boy loves to be patted and has gotten quite friendly with the people he sees daily, but is reserved at first with strangers. To meet him call Maureen on 07 578 8335.

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Cooking up selling frenzy for Tauranga charities Pyes Pa School students rolled up sleeves and spent two to three days selling biscuits and cupcakes to raise money for Tauranga charities. Ell Clayton, Nina De Lange, Hannah MunozToner, Sophie Frost, Kate McCarroll, Abby Snodgrass, Kate Fitzpatrick and Laura Thompson came up with their own fundraising ideas, says teacher Jo McGifford.

“Ella made and decorated horse biscuits for the RDA. Kate M and Abby made animal biscuits and decorated them for the SPCA. “Nina, Hannah, Sophie, Kate F and Laura have made cupcakes and biscuits for the Cancer Society. They baked up a storm at home and mostly sold them in the community. One group of girls held a cake stall at school.” Jo says the students chose their charities because they have been associated or have an association with someone that has been helped by the organisation recently. Riding for Disabled will received $100, with fundraising still on-going, the Cancer Society will get $172.50 and so far $21 has been raised for the SPCA. Jo says more fundraising will be done for the RDA Nina De Lange, Hannah Munoz-Toner, Sophie Frost, Kate McCarroll, Abby Snodgrass, Ella and SPCA. By Letitia Atkinson Clayton, Kate Fitzpatrick and Laura Thompson raised mountains of cash. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

Family Home Parent Opportunity Mount Maunganui • Live in position for a couple in our comfortable Home in Mount Maunganui, a desirable beach location • caring for 5 to 6 young people in the community • financially and professionally supported • accommodation, utilities, phone/internet provided • van provided or transport allowance • free training leading to a recognised qualification We are looking for special couples, without dependent children, who want to make a difference in young people’s lives and are in a position to move into our Child Youth and Family Home, to provide care for children and young people who do not have family they can currently live with. What experience do you need to be a live-in parent? Firstly- there is no ‘certificate’ that says you would be a great live-in parent. Most importantly you need to have a caring nature, a dose of resilience and a desire to make a positive life changing difference to a young person in need. This isn’t a ‘standard job’ so we encourage you to give our Family Home Manager a call to find out more! Please give Susan Rudolf a call on 07 957 4734 or 0508 FAMILY or email at susan.rudolf001@cyf.govt.nz

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Students’ trip to china for change But that’s not stopping the pair from visiting the city in a bid to try and change what they call their nation’s somewhat uninformed perception of Chinese culture.

The Year 13 Bethlehem College students are travelling to China on December 4 for a one-month research scholarship, as part of the Independent Research Internship for Secondary School Students. While Natasha’s never been to the country, Charlotte recalls experiencing an unfamiliar way of life during her visit to Beijing with her mother. “I’d never been anywhere but Australia, so it was definitely a big culture shock for us. “For me, my first days there I cried and

It’s that time of year when thousands of teenagers start the exam slog while on the countdown to leaving school and ‘second chance learners’ start to size up their current employment and find it lacking. We know there are literally thousands of people out there right now weighing up the benefits of studying in 2015. There’s a myriad of decisions to make – which tertiary provider to choose, programme of study and for many there’s that niggle of – can I really cope

with tertiary study? Bay of Plenty Polytechnic wants the people of our region to succeed – no matter who they choose to study with. That’s why we’re offering our successful Tools for Academic Study programme exclusively to people from the Bay of Plenty region – for free. The programme is taught during four weeks from the end of November, which is perfect timing at the end of the secondary school year. It covers all the things that can make or break a first year of study; from learning the essentials of writing academic essays, reports and literature reviews through to APA referencing, plagiarism

and copyright guidelines. There’s no doubt tertiary study can be a massive leap from secondary school and for those that have been out of a tertiary environment for a number of years. Make sure you’ve got the tools you need to succeed. If you or someone you care about is studying in 2015, no matter where, then get them to check out this free course. Limited places are available, so don’t delay. Get yourself tertiary ready in November. For more information visit boppoly.ac.nz or telephone 0800 BOP POLY (0800 267 7659).

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wanted to go home, but eventually I came to love it. I love the culture and the surroundings.” This time, Charlotte is ready. The girls will visit Nanchang Foreign Language School classroom of about 50 students, where they’ll research the comparative differences between education in New Zealand and China. The Tauranga Nanchang Friendship Trust, in conjunction with the New Zealand China Friendship Society Simon Deng Cultural Exchange Fund, is sponsoring the trip. “The aim is to go over there and gain knowledge so we can have a better understanding and respect for the Chinese culture and maybe break some of those ignorances we have,” says Natasha. NZCFS Tauranga branch vice president John Hodgson is inviting more students to apply for funding for the scholarship. “I’m trying to get young people to recognise the importance of a friendship with China. I’m trying to encourage them to get to know China, understand China and as an added bonus, like China.” Students can also register for the onemonth 2015 arts scholarship or one-month 2015 journalism scholarship to China next April. Interested students can apply by emailing aideren@xtra.co.nz or by phoning John on 07 577 0583. Application forms must be received by November 2014. By Zoe Hunter

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Movember registrations open It’s time for Bay of Plenty men to get online and begin rallying support for their upcoming hairy endeavor. Registrations are now open for Movember 2014. Participating in Movember’s moustachery is about more than just moulding a notable mouth brow. Since 2006, the Movember campaign has raised $10,492,000 towards programmes having an everlasting impact on key men’s health issues of prostate cancer, testicular

cancer and mental health. Movember NZ country manager Robert Dunne says is calling on everyone, even the hipsters, to start clean shaven on Movember 1. “Guys, it’s about making a statement that our health is important and what better way to do that than a month of moustachery.” Further information can be found online at nz.movember.com/report-cards.

Oncore Youth workers Kereama Taihia, Porina McLeod, Azaria Dickson, Paula Coker, Pat Cook, and Jacinda George. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

Making mental health awareness at Breakthru Knowing who and where to turn in times of need is the aim of a free, open-air, family-friendly event from 11am-2pm at Tauranga’s Edgewater Fan on World Mental Health Day next Friday. Breakthru founder Porina McLeod says the fourth annual entertainment and food-filled gathering is all about making people aware of mental health agencies and what to do. “The event is to promote awareness to people who know very little or nothing about mental health,” says Porina. “This year we’re targeting youth – in particular teenagers – and their families. Many young people with a mental illness experience discrimination, bullying and isolation from their family, whanau and peers.” But Porina says Breakthru 2014 is for everyone – ensuring they know what to do if anyone they know needs help for mental health. “If they, their uncle or their father or grandmother become unwell and need professional help – it’s about teaching them how to deal with different situations.” And the singer and bass player from Tauranga band Empress says the event will be larger than ever. Entertainment includes Mana Farrell, Wikz Watarawi, NZ X-Factor’s MC Royal.T with Jaded Rock, Arataki’s DJ MIckel, and Mount Dance Co. There will be inspirational and thought-provoking guest speakers, have-a-go taekwondo, information stalls manned by mental health service organisations,

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shooting hoops, face painting, fun fishing, mini golf, giveaways, and healthy food and drinks for sale. “Guest speaker is Maketu’s James Rakena Robinson, a motivational speaker and whanau support worker, working with today’s youth in a variety of ways, with his important message about how to keep mentally healthy and stay open to learning.” A live art demonstration by Mount Maunganui’s BSW Warbrick, aka Space, will show people how to express their feelings in another way. “If you find it hard to talk to people, Space’s demonstration will show that art is his form of expression.” People can relax in a 35 square metre shaded chillout zone made by Anna Crusis. Porina also wants people to enter a Express Your Selfie competition on Breakthru’s Facebook page. “People just need to take a selfie, post it on the page with a word describing their mood, with #Breakthru2014.” The winner will receive a Rotorua family accommodation and Rainbow Springs package. Funds raised at Breakthru go to Te Manu Toroa’s youth drop-in clinic Oncore, which assists youth with mental health and wellbeing after-hours three days weekly. “Funds will be utilised to improve their music therapy, art therapy and martial arts facilities.” Donations can be made online at www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/BreakthruMentalHealth Residents can also bring fridge magnets to Breakthru for gifting to a school afterwards. To learn more see www.facebook.com/BreakthruMentalHealth

everyone else with your ‘perfection’ you may restrict your growth. This could prevent you from taking the steps that will make you successful in your own eyes. Fear of failure in front of others will hinder you from carrying out your plans. Remember that it doesn’t matter how many

By Merle Foster

times you fail or how messy the journey is as long as you don’t stop taking small steps forward. How do you respond when you think you have failed at something? = If you would like to know more about coaching phone Mary Parker for a complimentary session on 07 577 1200, or visit www. coachingtheattitude.co.nz

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Providing the basics makes the difference In life-threatening situations the last thing people think about is gathering the necessities for an overnight or lengthy stay in hospital, but a Tauranga couple are covering the basics with a personal care kit.

To date, the Bishells have made and distributed 4722 kits to patients and their caregivers, free of charge. The situation started to become a financial burden for the couple, so Chris registered for a charity, PET Charitable Trust, to apply for funds. “I was so grateful to Todd Gower Funeral Service, who came on board as a major sponsor for the Gary and Chris Bishell are conproject and allowed us stantly fielding calls from various to keep going. departments within Tauranga “With their help we have been Hospital for their Patient Emerable to buy the bags and most gency Toiletry kits. of the items from Chris had the idea wholesalers.” for the kits four Paula Williamson years ago when from Todd Gower Gary, a Mount Funeral Services says Maunganui St John it’s a privilege to be shift manager, had part of Chris and to rush a patient Gary’s project. to hospital. “They’re amazing There was no people who do so time to gather basic much good work. toiletries for the It’s our way of giving hospital stay. back to the “I imagined what it community.” would be like to be Most of the kits are in hospital without a supplied to patients few basic items such admitted to Intenas a toothbrush and sive Care and the toothpaste, soap, Tauranga couple Gary and Chris Bishell provide personal Coronary Care Unit comb, and shampoo care kits to those who have unexpected hospital stays. at Tauranga Hospital and conditioner, with no one to provide these items for me,” says Chris. “So I set about approaching local hotel chains, dentists, supermarkets and anyone I could think of to supply a small range of basic items to include in a bag to give to patients facing that situation.” Chris made up 24 packs, sewing bags together to put everything in, and gave them to Gary, who took them to the Emergency Department for distribution. “By the end of the week they were gone and I had more orders,” says Chris.

Do you have primary lymphoedema? At birth one person in every 6000 will develop primary lymphoedema, according to the Australasia Lymphoedema Association website. But despite these statistics this condition is often overlooked or considered genetic, and therefore people will live with it. Secondary lymphoedema is the most common type known, following damage to the lymphatic system, often as part of cancer therapy. Therefore exposure to this condition, education and support is more readily available. Primary lymphoedema, in comparision to secondary lymphoedema, is the result of a congenital condition that affects how the lymphatic vessels are formed. This may result in hypoplasia of the lymphatic vessels, a reduced number of lymphatic vessels, hyperplasia, which is vessels too large to be functional, or aplasia – the absence of some

part of the lymphatic system. Primary lymphoedema can be present at birth, develop at the onset of puberty, or not become apparent for many years into adulthood. A symptom of primary lymphoedema is usually transient swelling of limbs or other regions of the body; and the tissue can become hard, or pitting manifests. One common symptom is swollen legs. The comment I hear is: “My mother and grandmother had legs likes this”. A less common symptom is having someone with either the left or right side of a limb swelling. Sometimes, to confirm a clinical diagnosis of primary lymphoedema, a lymphoscintigraphy will be offered. To understand more about this condition, visit ALA’s website www.lymphoedema.org.au, discuss it with your doctor or health practitioner or call us.

and Chris says the demand just keeps coming. As the project relies on donations, all offers of help – both financial and of donated goods – are welcome. Items can be delivered to Mount

Maunganui St John Services on Girven Rd, Bayfair, Chirocare on Maunganui Rd, or Todd Gower Funeral Services on Pyes Pa Rd. Alternatively, give Chris a call on 07 575 9066.

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Opotiki driver Michael Young flies over a jump in the Japan round during the weekend on his way to claiming the 2WD title. Photo by APSM.

Bay of Plenty Asian circuit rally driver Michael Young claimed the 2WD Asia Pacific Rally Championship title at the Japan round last weekend, but he’s already focusing on the next challenge in China in five weeks. “Winning the 2WD cup here is amazing. We’ve had such great support from the fans here and the Cusco Racing Proton ran perfectly all weekend,” says Michael. “We’re absolutely stoked with the result but know that a big job awaits us in China,” says the 21-year-old. At the China Rally, round six of the Asia Pacific championships, Michael and Kiwi co-driver Malcolm

Read are determined to claim the production cup, which they currently lead. The pair have already claimed the competition’s junior title and sit third in the overall drivers’ championship. Michael says he’ll just be aiming for a good result to tie up the production cup, yet adds a solid result in the overall championship would also be nice. “Obviously, we’ll be focusing on the production cup in China with Mark Pedder chasing us for the lead. “We’ll just see what happens because anything can happen in rallying, but it’d be really cool to move up a place or two in the overall championship too.” The rally in Longyou south-west of Shanghai on November 8-9 will be Michael’s first event driving in China. By Hamish Carter

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Plenty meeting has a guest speaker Emma Williams talk about her work with the rarely seen bittern. The meeting starts 7pm at the Arts and Craft Centre on Elizabeth St. Entry is gold coin donation. Email: birds.bop@osnz.org.nz

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Jumping the gun at the Rabbit Re: ‘The Rabbit is a coprahagic bigot’ (The Weekend Sun, September 26). P Dolden are you born stupid or did you have a pram accident? You defend a fat German that did not break any law in NZ but broke the law in many other countries and act here like a disciple of a certain Adolf. This should be enough to dislike him already. Or are you this kind of Kiwi who likes gang members, thinks criminals have got more rights than their victims and that terrorists even born in NZ should not be spied on? Maybe you also hate cops because they enforce a law that annoys you? In Switzerland, where he was born, we call him Kim.CON because it is the ultimate French-speaking insult. But maybe your xeno-

phobia - except for a fat guy that dresses like a German tank driver from the Second World War - prevents you to write correctly foreign languages. Obviously a lot of Kiwis do not think like you and the Mana - which spells Money - Party did not survive the crap they throw around. Money especially not earned but stolen from copyrights does not give you the rights. If you do not like the Rabbit’s humour please read another paper or Mein Kampf or the Koran or the Capital - you may find them more to your taste. And if you don’t like this letter go and join the Islamic state - you will be better there. Ps. Come on Rogers Rabbits, keep us amused and laugh at your columns. J Schmidt, Te Puke.

Treasured thoughts Thankful for support One man’s rubbish is another man’s gold. As a bit of a garage sale purveyor from way back I love finding bargains and hitting the op shops in search of hidden treasure. It occurred to me that in the city I used to live in, we occasionally had an inorganic throw out. It was a huge success with lots of people scoring other peoples’ unwanted stuff. It cleared out garages and created a huge

amount of recyclable metal, glass and other materials. And more importantly, it gave people lots of lovely room to indulge even more in capitalist activity stimulating the local economy. So how about it powers that be? I’d love to hear some feedback from our local officials on this one. P Knights Mount Maunganui.

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I’d like to thank all those who voted for myself, Nathaniel Heslop and the Conservative Party on September 20. The Bay of Plenty and Tauranga party votes exceeded five per cent, and had this result been translated nationally, then there would have been Conservative Party representation in Government. Thank you to those who supported our campaign, to those who had the strength and integrity to stand up and be counted. We can wait another three years. D Cunliffe, Ohauiti.

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Flag the idea

I heard John Key talking on radio of a change to the national flag. I’ve observed some RSAs’ objections to this. In 1951/1952 I served in the NZ Navy with United Nations’ forces in Korea. I didn’t fight for the NZ flag, our Naval Ensign or the battle honours of my ship. I fought for the right to receive equality with my Maori mess mates only to see this relatively diminished in succeeding years. B Johnson, Omokoroa.

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Election outcome leaves behind shaky beliefs

Waka- let’s look after the real one

Viewing the interior of the controversial ‘waka’ - however interesting - misses the point. The reasons for disapproval have been listed by countless citizens. So, will we test our democracy, and who’ll bell the cat? The project makes a mockery of the sincerity of Maori, who purport to treasure the seashore and seabed. How does this mercenary project serve that? But far more urgent is the long ongoing neglect - years - of the impressive genuine waka, securely housed and on display on The Strand extension, in a place where it’s viewed by the odd tourist, visitors to the Moana building and the general public. It’s impressive, but a disgrace to allow it to remain so unkempt. It

has a tangible ‘presence’. To my memory, it has never looked cared for - shameful in the circumstances - grimy, dusty, liberally bedecked with sparrow droppings, worn paintwork, while the pebbled ground needs tidying. Does it suddenly ‘morph’ into a taonga when required for some event. Then lapse into dusty neglect the rest of the time? Why not select a group of reliable youngsters with the capacity to be inspired, train them under careful supervision,to meticulously clean the waka, and where necessary refresh the paintwork and tidy the

ground. Then follow this with a regular programme to maintain the condition. There is much more that would inspire interest, like a good noticeboard, relating some of its history and other informative facts; and on really dark days, why not switch on the fluorescent lights around the ceiling? Surely, such an undertaking would awaken a genuine pride and appreciation in the young folk, plus who knows what other potential such as respect for effort, and unthought of ideas. D Holm, Otumoetai.

I have long been an ardent supporter of democracy but the recent election has shaken that belief. We have a unicameral legislature, most commonly found in communist countries. Our government has been given carte blanche to do whatever it will, with no checks or balances of their actions. During the last six years they’ve demonstrated time and again they’re prepared to place the desires and whims of overseas governments,

corporations and individuals ahead of those of Kiwis. This has resulted in labour and spying law changes. This they achieved with a coalition government of minor parties sucking up to receive baubles. Now they no longer need this minor parties and can govern unopposed. Who knows what will happens with Trans Pacific Partnership trade agreement? Will all our farms and other assets be sold and the national parks and seabeds mined? P Dolden Papamoa.

Sunglasses sheep idea is very short-sighted Re: ‘Sheep in Sunglasses’ (The Weekend Sun, September 26). I’m shocked by Murray Guy’s opinion in your newspaper about children wearing sunglasses. Mr Guy thinks sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat is sufficient for kids to wear. Does he realise sunglasses protect your eyes, not your skin? A hat and sunscreen is designed to protect your skin from sun damage. I have a parent with macular degeneration, a horrible

condition that causes serious loss of sight. If Mr Guy wants to protect his family from getting this condition, he should seriously consider encouraging them to wear sunglasses as just one of the things that may help. I do get his point about children losing stuff at school, but with the rate of macular degeneration increasing rapidly in our population, encouraging sunglasses is a fantastic idea for New Zealand’s children - and adults! A Verran, Bethlehem.

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E N T E R T A I N M E N T G U I D E The Weekend Sun’s ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay.

Friday 3 October

Katikati Art Group Exhibition

Oct 3-6 at Katikati Memorial Hall 10am – 4pm. Admission $2 adults, 50c students. Opening by guest award winning photographer Ross Brown.

Papamoa Patchers

“Wonderland Patchwork & Quilting Exhibition” at Mt Maunganui College Hall 10am – 4pm. A magic world showcasing talented members’ patchwork, quilting & other creations. Raffles, sales, displays by merchants. Entry $3, under 12 yrs free.

The Sleeping Beauty

Yvonne Edwards School of Dance at Baycourt Oct 3 & 4 7pm & 2pm. www.baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188

Saturday 4 October Alcoholics Anonymous

Women’s meeting at St Andrews, Dee St 10-11am. Children welcome.

Animal Blessing Service

At St George’s Church, Gate Pa 10am on behalf of St George’s Church & the SPCA. Animals of all kinds welcome.

Art in the Park

Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui 8.30am - 4pm, weather permitting. Tauranga Society of Artists offer for sale a variety of art to suit all tastes.

Christian Music Group

Musicians & singers jam session as a group we will decide time & how often. If interested, Pauline 575 5556

Book Launch

Australian Van Trip – An Outback Adventure book launch, The Hub Espresso, 75 Devonport Rd 10am – 2pm. vajicullen@gmail.com

BOP Radio Controlled Car Club

Come & watch 1/8 scale nitro powered truck & buggy racing Oct 4 & 5. Big, 2 day event with 75 entries including electric buggys. www. tectallterrainpark.co.nz Whataroa Rd off SH36 from Pyes Pa Rd. Racing from 9.30am weather permitting.

Dragon Boating Open Day

A fun sport suitable for all ages & abilities. Suitable for ages 16+ years. At the boat ramp, Fish & Dive Club, Marine Park, Sulphur Pt 9am – 12pm. You must be able to swim & you can’t wear jeans. Jen 578 0016

Fish & Dive Club Open Day

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News, reviews and opinionated raving on the music scene.

Community events and occasions across the Bay.

Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment.

Live Roller Derby - BOP Regional Tournament

from Psalm 75 “The even-handed judge of the world.” www.bbf.net.nz

Petanque

Oct 12 worship night at Otumoetai Baptist Chapel, Tauranga 7pm. Love offering.

Quakers in Tauranga

Oct 18, Tauranga hosts the BOP first regional roller derby tournament. 3 action packed games with teams from Whakatane, Rotorua & Tauranga. Adults $10, family (2 adults & 2 children) $15, children 5-14 gold coin donation. QE Youth Centre. Doors open 11am. Email: mountmilitia@hotmail.co.nz

Macular Degeneration Free Seminar

Local Ophthalmologist, Dr Andrew Thompson, sharing latest information on treatment & management at Hotel Armitage, Washington Room, 9 Willow St, Tauranga 10-11.30am.

Messianic Weekly Meetings

The Way meet in the Kingfisher Room, Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui 10am. 542 1438

Papamoa Patchers

Produce Share Gathering

Oct 11, bring something along, produce, plants, seedlings, seeds to share in a Pyes Pa backyard 2-4pm. All welcome. Carina 021 064 9814

Sew Retro

Oct 11 - a one day sale of retro & vintage fabric, clothing, doilies, tablecloths, scarves, ties, aprons & assorted pieces of nostalgia. Village Hall, Historic Village, 17th Ave 9am 3pm. Affordable prices. Cash or eftpos. Organised by Turning Point Trust 578 6934

Tauranga Farmers Market

Tauranga Primary School cnr 5th Ave & Cameron Rd every Sat 7.45am 12pm. Today: Spring Festival - decorate & wear a hat at the market & be in to win market vouchers. Fresh & artisian produced food. Trixie 552 5278 or www.taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz

Village Radio

Community radio broadcasting from Tauranga Historic Village 1368 kHz AM. Music of 1920’s - 80’s weekends 9am - 5pm, weekdays 10am - 5pm. Specialty programmes. www.villageradio.co.nz or 571 3710

Waka Ama Have a Go Day

A great sport for all ages (7+ years) at Marine Park, Sulphur Point 9.30am – 12.30pm. Jen 578 0016

Sulphur Point 8.30am - 12.30pm. Run by the BOP dragon boat club which has 2 teams - Bay Dragons (all women’s team) & the Boobops (breast cancer survivors). Give it a try - open day is specifically to recruit new members. www.facebook.com/ baydragons tauranga

First Sat of month at Welcome Bay Hall car park 9am - 12pm. Stalls $5. 544 9774/info.wbcc@xtra.co.nz

Oct 11 at St John’s Anglican Church, Jocelyn St, Te Puke 9am. Plants, sausage sizzle, second hand goods, books, cakes etc.

Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Rd 10am. Praise & worship. “Spiritual therapy from Heaven’s hymnbook.” Richard Roodt teaching

Garden & Garage Sale

Welcome Bay Markets

Sunday 5 October

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day

Beauty for Ashes

Bethlehem Lions Market

1st & 3rd Sun of month at Bethlehem Town Centre 8am - 12pm.

Bible Seminars

12 yrs free. All welcome.

Every Sun, Tues & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 1st 3 visits free. 572 3768

Racing at Lake Taurikura off Taurikura Drive in the industrial area of The Lakes Subdivision 10am. Follow the RC Boat signs. Brian 548 1334

Fitness League

5km fun run, walk (or even crawl) for people of all ages, shapes & size. At Tauranga Racecourse 2-4pm. Raising awareness & funds for Ronald McDonald House. Every registrant gets: free te-shirt, bag of colour & explosion of fun. Register at: http:// www.colourdash.co.nz/

Meet Sun 1.30pm & Thurs 5.30pm at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

With Czech/Slovak background every Sun at Arataki Community Centre 10am - 12pm except school holidays. www.facebook.com/ ceskyaslovenskyclubtauranga, email: csclubtauranga@hotmail.com or Jana 579 3918

Falun Dafa

Simple exercises to liberate your mind & energise your body. Free to learn. At Memorial Park by the fountain 1st & 2nd Sundays 9.45am. Judy 576 9683 or txt 021 0425 398 en.falundafa.org

Free Blues Rock Concert

And meal. “The Romany Stones” at Central Baptist Church cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 4pm. Peter 022 323 9102

Have a Go at Bowls

Matua Bowling Club, Levers Rd 9am – 3pm. Have a go at outdoor bowls. A game for all ages, an all year sport. www.sportsground.co.nz/matuabowls

Mauao Area Wildlife Trust Open Day

Mt Drury Sound Shell, Mt Maunganui 10am - 3pm. Join the guided walks around Moturiki (Leisure) Island & learn about its history & the penguins & other wildlife that live there. Join the fun & games on the beach. All day sausage sizzle. http://mauaowildlife.org/

Mount Mainstreet Farmers Market

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Tauranga Model Aircraft Club

Model aircraft flying at TECT park airfield Saturday mornings. Visitors welcome (No dogs please). Contact Mike Rice Ph 579 1979

Tauranga Organ & Keyboard Society

Meet 1st Sun of month at Carmel Village, Hollister Lane 1.30pm. All welcome to play or listen. Carol 574 0228

Tauranga Spiritual Society Inc

Clairvoyant readings at Senior Citizen’s Hall, 14 Norris St. Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm start. Members $3, non $5. 022 0670 467

thequietforest Special Event

Cliff Rd building (in council carpark near Petanque Club.) 4pm. International guest meditation teacher Michelle Dumazel. Unique opportunity to experience meditation with a gifted celebrant & ceremonialist from Sydney. One off event. 022 068 9183 http://www.thequietforest. wordpress.com/

Weekend Activities for the over 60’s

Walks, dinners, day trips & good times. Zeana 544 1513

Monday 6 October

Altrusa Club of Tauranga

Women’s community service group. Dinner & business meeting 2nd Tues. Social programme 4th Tues monthly. Interested? Denise 570 3134

Every Sun in Phoenix car park 9am - 1pm. Fresh fruit & veges, breads, cheese, oils, plants & more. All home grown & homemade. 575 9911 mountmaunganui.org.nz

Badminton - Summer Club

Meet at Papamoa Surf Lifesaving Club, 9am dressed in your finest pink. $2 donation. Tauranga Breast Cancer Support Service fundraiser

Meet every 2nd Mon of month at clubrooms in Cliff Rd. New members welcome. www.bayofplentyvintagecarclub.com

Papamoa Beach Pink Walk

Papamoa Patchers

“Wonderland Patchwork & Quilting Exhibition” at Mt Maunganui College Hall 10am – 2pm. A magic world showcasing talented members’ patchwork, quilting & other creations. Raffles, sales, displays by merchants. Entry $3, under

Cameron Rd. Tues Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave. Weds City Church cnr Otumoetai Rd/Sherwood St. All classes 9.15-10.15am. First class free. For men & women. Dianne 576 5031 Qualified Instructor/Cardiac Care leader.

Chess Mt Maunganui

Radio Controlled Model Power Boats

Czech School for Children

The Weekend Sun’s guide to who’s playing and where.

Every Sunday in hall behind Brain Watkins Historic House 10am. Mainly silent worship, hour long meeting followed by tea & talk. 544 0448

Every Sun at Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: “God at work in people.” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. All welcome. Vic 543 0504

Colour Dash

GUIDE

Bethlehem College Events Centre every Mon 7.30-9.30pm. $5pp. All players welcome, racquets available. www.taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz

Bay of Plenty Vintage Car Club

Bay Salsa Beginner Salsa Lessons

Otumoetai Action Centre 6.45pm.New intake every 4 weeks. $15 per class. www. baysalsa.co.nz

Body & Soul Fun Fitness

For over 50’s, social events & guest speakers. Mon & Fri Greerton Hall

Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon at Mount RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd. Juniors 6.15-7.15pm during school term. Open club 6-11pm Noel 579 5412 Safe effective, low impact fun exercise set to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for women of all ages & abilities. First class free. Every Mon at Settlers Hall Omokoroa 9.30am & Tues St Johns Anglican Church Waihi 9.30am. Dorothy 549 3378

Free Budget Course

Learn how to budget, save & spend wisely. Oct 6, 13 & 20 at Holy Trinity Church, 3rd Ave, Tauranga 7pm. Supper provided. 578 7718 or cap@holytrinitytauranga.com

Harmony a Plenty Barbershop Chorus

Every Mon at Bethlehem Community Church, Moffat Rd 7pm. New members welcome. 572 3345 or www.harmonyaplenty.co.nz

Junction Mental Health

Peer support & advocacy: coffee & chat 10am - 12pm. 579 9890

Mahjong

Every Mon at Arataki Community Centre 12.30-4pm. New players welcome. Jan 576 3455

Meditation

Free classes Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm. Find peace, spiritual awareness & the meaning of your life. David 576 9764

Mt Maunganui Bridge Club

Sessions Mon - Fri 1pm. Weds 7pm. Novice Mon 7pm. Thurs 11am. Golf Rd, Mount. Judy 575 9910

Otumoetai Indoor Bowls

Graded Mixed Pairs, Matua Primary School Hall, Clivedene St 7.15pm. New members welcome. Karen 576 0443

Recycled Teenagers

Gentle exercise for 50’s forwards, & injury or illness rehabilitation. 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. Classes taken by qualified instructor. First class free. Jennifer 571 1411

Tauranga Creative Fibre

Every Mon at Arts Centre, Elizabeth St from 9.30am. Spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & more. Learn & share in a mutually supportive club. Also on Thurs evening twice a month. Joan 577 6781

Tauranga RSA Indoor Bowls

Mon report 12.45pm for 1pm start. SH. Weds 3.45 for 4pm start. SH. Leanne 570 0154

Tauranga UFO & Paranormal Soc

Meet in hall behind Historic House cnr Cameron Rd & Elizabeth St 7.30pm. Visitors welcome. Door $3 inc light supper. Ian 578 5373

The Weekend Sun Water for the Soul

Do you feel spiritually isolated & seek relationship with like-minded people? Join us for biblical study, shared meals, relationship, celebration & social times. All things working together for good. 571 5188

Tuesday 7 October

ABC - Avenues Badminton Club

Every Tues at Tauranga Intermediate School Sports Centre. Seniors (adults) 7.30-9.30pm. Club racquets available. Delwyn 027 212 4720

Awareness Through Movement Class 8 weeks, Mt Maunganui 7-8pm, starts Oct 14. Gisella 027 286 0891 or 544 4823

Bellevue Athletics

Open for registrations now online www.sportsground..co.nz/ bellevueathletics First club night Oct 14 5.20pm. Ruth 021 040 4879

BOP Linux Users

Share & learn about free Open Source software & the Linux computer operating system. 1st Tues of month , LJ Hooker cnr Cameron Rd & 8th Ave 7-9pm. Experts & beginners welcome. $2. 578 6024 www.boplug.co.nz

Clown Workshop

8 weeks, age 14+, Mt Maunganui 4.30-6.30pm, starts Oct 14. Gisella 0272 860 891 or 544 4823

Club Mount Maunganui Social Darts Every Tues at 45 Kawaka St 7pm. Faye 0274 748 061

Depression Support Group

For people with an experience of depression 1-2pm Junction 579 9890 for info or if you need a ride.

Diamond Friendship Fellowship

For age 60+ meet 1st & 3rd Tues or month at Salvation Army cnr Cameron Rd & 5th Ave, Tauranga 10.30am. This week: “A musical morning”. New members welcome. Jennifer, Salvation Army 578 4264

Encore 55+

Meet 1st & 3rd Tues of month. A great opportunity for everyone aged 55+ to make new friends. Book reviews, guest speakers, afternoon tea at Bethlehem Baptist Church 1.303.15pm.

Inachord Chorus Womens 4 Part Harmony

Every Tues at Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Rd 6.55pm. Enjoy the challenge of singing & performing varied repertoire. Cathy 579 2040 email: inachordchorus@gmail.com

Israeli Dancing

Beginners class every Tues at Gate Pa Primary School Hall, Cameron Rd 7-8pm. All ages welcome - no partner required. Maria 544 1680

Merge

For people new to the Tauranga area. Meet every first & third Tues of month at The Raft, 65 Chapel St 5pm. Email: merge.tauranga@gmail.com

Mount Morning Badminton

Every Tues at Mount Sports Centre, Blake Park 9am - 12pm. Social, competitive, all ages. Beginners welcome. Racquets available. Visitors $5 per session. Maxeen 575 0162

Orange City Square & Round Dance Club

Tues morning class 10am - 12pm. Weds Plus, Thurs club night & new dancers, 7.30pm. Frontiersmen’s Hall, 543 1063

Otumoetai Toastmasters

Leadership skills, speaking skills. At Lyceum Club rooms, 68 1st Ave 7.159.30pm. Allan 544 5989

Pregnant? Parenting?

Free teen parent drop-in service Te Puke. Every Tues at 100 Jellicoe St 2-4pm. Need information/support? Tiffany 027 559 9324

Sequence Dancing

Tauranga Social & Leisure Club. Every Tues at St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai 7-9.30pm. Second Tues of month 3-5.30pm. Visitors welcome. John 578 9716

South City Indoor Bowls Club

Open Fours Xmas Tournament (plate & raffle item). At Greerton Hall, Tauranga. Names in by 7.15pm. Mary 541 0687

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

McSwiggan’s Irish Pub, 158 Cambridge Rd 7.30pm. Friendly jam sessions. Sing, play or just listen. Paul 579 2346 or www.tamc.org.nz

Tauranga BMX Club

Strider racing for under 5’s every Tuesday, rego 5pm, racing 5.306.30pm. Helmets must be worn. 021 054 6668

Tauranga Toastmasters

Tga Lyceum Club 7.15-9.30pm. Confidence building, speaking skills, leadership skills. Alan 544 5989

Wednesday 8 October Age Concern Walking Group

Meet at Omanu Surf Club, Mt Maunganui 10am. All welcome. 578 2631

Badminton Mt Maunganui

Summer club night every Weds at Mount Sports Centre, Maunganui Rd 7-9pm. All past & new players welcome. Janice 575 2438 or 027 201 0529

Baywide Community Law Service

Drop in clinic every Weds at 63 Willow St 5-6.30pm. No appointment necessary. Free legal assistance. 571 6812. Every Tues morning at Te Puke Clinic. For appointment 573 5614. Every Thurs morning at Katikati Clinic. For appointment 549 0399 Borderline Personality Disorder Support Group For people who have a diagnosis of borderline personality 1-2pm. Junction 579 9890 for info or if you need a ride.

Bowls Indoor:

Every Weds & Fri at Mt Maunganui Senior Citizens, 345 Maunganui Rd 12.45pm. 575 4560

Bromeliad Meeting

At Tauranga Yacht Club 12.30-2.30pm. Plant of the month: Neoregelia. Hawi Winter presenting a paper on identifying the right place for that bromeliad. Good sales table. Visitors welcome. Jo 576 6626

Cribbage Club Tauranga RSA Greerton

New members wanted for this long established club, all ages. Every Weds 1-3.30pm. Entrance $3. Robert 579 1342

Fernlands Spa Water Exercise Classes

Weds 10.45-11.45am held rain or shine but not during school holidays. New participants planning to attend ph Jennifer 571 1411

First Lesson Free

5 week social beginner dance class starts Oct 8 at Tauranga Primary School Hall, 5th Ave 7pm & Oct 9 Greerton Hall, 1247 Cameron Rd 8pm. Learn Rock & Roll, Cha Chat, waltz & more. Sonia, Supreme Dance Centre 544 2337 or 027 322 1786

Gate Pa Indoor Bowls

Aussie Butcher Xmas Fours Open Tournament at Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Names in book. Small plate for supper please. Kevin 543 4044

Healing Rooms

Every Weds at Bethlehem Town Centre, corner shop behind PO/ Bookstore 1-3pm. Christian prayer for healing. 021 110 0878 www.healingrooms.co.nz

ICONZ for Girls

Every Weds at Welcome Bay Community Centre, W/Bay Rd, behind hall 4.15-5.45pm. For girls aged 7-11yrs (yr 3-6). Badges, games, stories & more. Carolyn 544 0400

Kiwi Toasters - Open Meeting

Learn to speak with confidence & grow leadership skills. Meet 2nd & 4th Weds at Te Puke Hotel 5.30-7pm. Guests welcome. Chrissy 543 9493 or c.meyer@xtra.co.nz

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome BOP

Support meeting at 14b Hocking St, Mt Maunganui - end of cul de sac, in the disAbilities in Action building 10.30am. Speaker: ‘Shop Mobility’. All welcome. Tina 281 1480 or email: tina@mebop.org.nz

Peaceable Kingdom - The Journey Home

Public screening with Q&A. Guest speaker: Dr M Morris. A Tauranga Monthly Film Nights & SAFE co presentation. Wesley Centre, 100 13th Ave 7pm. $8 cash entry at door. All welcome. Ron 544 5360

Scottish Country Dancing

Weds at Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Rd Beginners class 6pm, regular class 7.30pm. Fri at Papamoa Primary School Hall, Dickson Rd 7pm Children over 8 years welcome. 573 5055

Serious Coffee

Great coffee & lively chat for women. Biblical teaching, discussion, guest speakers. Creche facilities. Every Weds at Bethlehem Baptist Church 9.30-11.30am.

Social Tennis

Every Weds at Welcome Bay Tennis Courts 9am. Men & women. Dorreen 577 0462

Table Tennis Tauranga

Weds 1-3pm & 7-9pm, Fri 7-9pm at Memorial Hall, QEYC. www. sportsground.co.nz/tabletennistauranga or Bill 578 1662

Tauranga Floral Art Group

Meet at Baptist Hall cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 1-3pm, plus Saturday 9.3011.30am following the Wednesday. New members welcome. 572 2193

Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club

Every Weds at Wharepai Domain, Cameron Rd 9am - 12pm. All levels welcome. Gaynor 544 7071

Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group

Toi’s walk. From Mokoroa Gorge through town to Ohope & return through bush. Grade moderate, approx 5.5hrs. Pat 544 0670

Te Puke Toy Library

Weds - Sat at 248 Jellicoe St opp Atuaroa Ave, Te Puke 9.30am - 12pm. 021 130 6476

Toastmasters - City Early Start

Improve communication, leadership & teamwork skills. Every Weds at Classic Flyers Avgas Cafe 6.45-8.15am. Toastmasters is the answer for building confidence & leadership skills. To find a club near you email: LaniDTM@gmail.com or 571 1545. http:// cityearlystart.toastmastersclubs.org

T.S Chatham (Sea Cadets)

Weds during school term at TYPBC, Keith Allan Drive, Sulphur Pt 6.15-9pm. Micah 021 336 719 or cucdr@tschathamorg.nz or www.tschatham.org.nz

Yoga with Ocean Views

Every Weds & Fri 9.30am & Tues 7pm at Fergusson Park, Matua. Stella 021 0249 6390

Thursday 9 October

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

Salvation Army, Eversham Rd, Bayfair 7.30-8.30pm.

Awareness Through Movement Class

Yoga Centre 1.30-2.30pm, starts Oct 16. Gisella 544 4823 or 027 286 0891

Club Mt Maunganui

Central Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 9.30am & Weds at Katikati Memorial Hall 10am. Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 170

French Connection

For lovers of all things French. Come & meet like minded people over a relaxed drink. Meet every second Thurs at Comida between 4.30-6.30pm. Email Andrea: agohns@yahoo.co.nz

Happiness & Our Mind

Drop in meditation classes, beginners welcome. Classes are self-contained, start any date. $14 per class. Otumoetai Plunket, 59 Otumoetai Rd. Monthly classes, next class Oct 9 7-8.30pm. www.meditateintauranga.org.

Junction Mental Health

Peer support & advocacy: addiction support group 1-2pm. 579 9890 for info or if you need a ride.

Keynotes 4 Part Harmony

Women’s chorus meet every Thurs at Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave 6.45pm. Sing for fun & health. Nora 544 2714

Kiss My Arts:

The Power of Nature Photography. World-renowned nature photographer Dr Kim Westerskov delivers an illustrated conversation on the power of photography. At Baycourt Theatre 5.30pm. www.baycourt. co.nz or 577 7188

Knitting Classes

For children 8yrs onwards (adults also welcome) every Thurs at St Andrew’s Church, Dee St, Mount 3-4.30pm. Free 575 9347

Mainly Music

Every Thurs at St Enoch’s Church, 16th Ave 9.30am. $3 per family. New members welcome. 578 3040

More Than Craft

Group is on hold & will restart Oct 16. June 544 0823

Social games club. Every Thurs 12.45pm. Play indoor bowls, 500 & bolivia. John 575 2422

Mount Art Group

Every 2nd Thurs at the tiny house theatre 7pm. Many interesting & thought provoking subjects covered. Kim 576 9427 or 027 285 9611

Mt Maunganui Creative Fibre

Do you wonder what you can do? How to help? Hanmer Clinic Tauranga “Significant Other’ programme for spouses, partners etc of people who have an addiction. 7 weekly sessions starts Oct 30 at 1235 Cameron Rd, Tauranga 6-8pm. 579 6470 or 0800 842 426

Petanque Tauranga/BOP Club

Documentary Nights

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Fitness League

Safe, effective, low impact exercise to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for females. All ages & abilities, complementary first class, every Thurs

Every Thurs at St Peter’s Church Hall, 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui 9am - 1pm. Visitors welcome. Merilynn 575 6777 Every Thurs at Arataki Community Centre 9am - 1pm. Share & learn spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, felting & other creative crafts. Visitors & new members welcome. Jan 574 1265 Every Thurs & Sun at Cliff Rd venue 1pm start. Jo Ann 578 3606

Salsa on the Strand

Presented by Bay Salsa, intro class 8pm followed by social dancing at La Mexica. No partner required. $2 entry, members free. www.baysalsa.co.nz

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Every Thurs at Ohauiti Rd Settlers Hall 11am. Class takes approx 1 hr. $1pp. All welcome. Eric 577 1988

Simplee Cr8ive

All crafts welcome every Thurs at Arataki Community Centre, Bayfair 9am - 2.30pm. Jenny 572 5396

Sunshine Dance Group

Tauranga Heart Support Group

Learn sequence dancing at a friendly club. Meet every Thurs at Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 7-8.30pm, followed by dancing till 10pm. $2pp entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379

Low impact group exercise class for those with or at risk of heart disease at City Church, Otumoetai 9.3010.30am. $3.50pp includes light refreshment. Hannah 0508 227 342

Tauranga Mixed Probus Club

Meet at Carmel Country Estate Social Centre, 11 Hollister Lane 10am. Guest speaker from Alzheimers. Maureen 544 5013

Tauranga Rock n Roll Social Dancers

Authentic music - DJ Pete, every Thurs at 14 Norris St, behind Pak n Save 7.30-9.30pm. $3 entry pp supper included. Maria 576 7326

Tauranga Storytellers’ Group

Meet last Thurs of month. Learn how to develop your storytelling skills. Claire 577 7220

Tennis Seniors WBOP

Every Thurs at Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain, Cameron Rd 9am - 12pm. $3 ball fee. New members & visitors welcome. Lynda 575 0627

Toastmasters - Kickstart Club

Have fun while learning to speak confidently. Breakfast meeting at Alimento Cafe, 1st Ave, Tauranga 7-8.15am. Guests welcome. Helen 571 6181

Young Parents Group

(For ages 23 & under) every Thurs at Plunket, 471 Devonport Rd, Tauranga 12pm. Lunch provided. Text Rozi 027 924 6526

Friday 10 October

10pin Bowling Quicksilver League Every Fri at 13th Ave 10.30am. Play in pairs. New members welcome. Come for a fun morning. Ngaire 575 3806

Alcoholics Anonymous

Open meeting every Fri at Hamner Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton (behind Bridgestone) 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance.

Bolivia

Every Fri at Tauranga South Bowls, Tutcheon St 1pm. June 541 0161

Chess Tauranga

Every Fri at Tauranga RSA,

Greerton 6pm onwards for the whole family. Werner 548 1111 http://www.westernbopchess. weebly.com/

Free Immigration Assessment

By Licenced Immigration Adviser. Tauranga Multicultural Ethnic Council, Historic Village, 17th Ave. For appointment ph Iryna Stewart 543 9125 or 021 0226 2619

Free Immigration Clinic

Every Fri - legal advice & information on immigration issues. For appointment, Baywide Community Law 571 6812

Gay/Bi Men Support Group

Omokoroa Playcentre Fundraiser

Oct 31 at Omokoroa Settlers Hall 7pm. Omokoroa playcentre clothing swap, $10 for bubbles/ nibbles & clothes galore. Email: omokoroaplaycentre@hotmail.com ph/txt 021 922 751 Roy Orbison Reborn – Pretty Woman Tour Come & relive the sounds, the voice & all the hits of The Big O in one great exclusive & unforgettable concert experience! At Baycourt Theatre 8pm. www. baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188

Do you need a trusting person to talk to? Discretion assured. For meetings & locations ph/txt Alex 027 358 5934

St George’s Pre-School Music

Fun night at Band Hall, Yatton St. Names in by 7.15pm. Sally 571 8914 Me/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support BOP EasiYoga Oct 24 at 14b Hocking St, Mt Maunganui 11am - 12pm. Gentle exercises. Bring your own mat. All welcome. Tina 281 1480 or email: tina@mebop.org.nz

“What’s On” is a FREE service for non-proﬁt clubs & organisations. Email julie@thesun.co.nz or Fax 571 1116 or post to PO Box 240, Tauranga. Deadline 3pm Tuesdays. Contributions should be less than 20 words.

Greerton Indoor Bowling Club

Every Fri at St George’s Church, 1 Church St, Gate Pa 9.30-10.30am & morning tea. Koha. 578 7916

Shuffling the cards for 50 years Twice a week Nancye Ward hops in her car and drives to Mount Maunganui Bridge Club, where you’ll find her behind a pack of cards. She’s been repeating this routine for 22 years after joining the Golf Rd club in 1990 at age 60. But this month Nancye will deal a special hand with fellow members when her club marks its 50th anniversary on October 11-12. The long-time bridge member recalls joining the club after hearing it ran lessons to teach basic skills needed to begin what’s become her favourite hobby. “It’s a wonderful hobby, especially when you’re retired. “You meet people and it keeps your brain active and you make friends there – and you’ve all got a common interest.” Played worldwide, bridge is a partnership game played in two main parts: the bidding and the play. The object of the game is to

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a few competitions, but nothing major.”Fellow long-time member 82-year-old Mike Huyman’s began playing the game at age 19 while serving in the Dutch army in 1951, picking up the cards when at a loose end. Mike joined the Mount club in 1984 after moving to Tauranga from Morrinsville. “I had no doubt that the club would reach 50 years because it’s a very sociable club. It’s not only playing bridge it’s also fostering relationships between one another.” Jean Scott says the club has come a long way since it was founded in Jean Scott and Margaret Wham playing at 1964, with today’s increasing memthe Mount Maunganui Bridge Club. bership stretching more Photo by Tracy Hardy. than 200 players. Technology has altered too, says win ‘tricks’ for your side. Jean, with card dealing by hand replaced by Ask Nancye how good she is at the game a dealing machine and an electronic devise and she giggles and says: “I’m moderate”. issued to each table for scoring. Perhaps because the 83-year-old is in her “The future of this game played by our “down time” – or maybe it’s because she’s club looks very promising indeed.” still waiting for that big victory. “I’ve won

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The Matua Sunday 5 – Pool competition starts 2pm. Wednesday 8 – A taste of McSwiggans Irish Pub country night 7.30-10pm. Sunday 5 – Alice Sea, world The Raft music 3-6pm. Sunday 5 – Mark Taipari 4.307.30pm. Mount RSA Welcome Bay Sports Bar Friday 3 – Any Bowman 7.30pm. Saturday 4 – JAB with Bunny Sunday 5 – BackPorch 4.30pm. and Tony 5.30-8.30pm. Crown and Badger Friday 3 – Keel. Saturday 4 – Keel.

Tim Cooper (third from left).

Okay. This week I’m going to do it properly. Silly stuff first. The rest of this week’s column isn’t silly at all. It’s about a brilliant reggae band called 1814 who are coming to Brewers Bar next Friday. But last week, after promising something weird and wonderful to wrap up the column, I ran out of space. This time I’m taking no chances. It concerns vinyl. Vinyl – as in records, LPs, not bondage gear – isn’t dead. In fact it seems more popular every year. JB Hi-Fi at Bayfair has a full vinyl section. And one of the people firmly supporting vinyl is Jack White, once of cult heroes The White Stripes. Jack has his own (very eccentric) record label, and puts out vinyl. But vinyl with extras...

Supporting vinyl

His latest solo album, ‘Lazaretto’, is available in a vinyl edition. It has a few “surprises” – check this, homies! One side is matt and the other side is gloss; one side plays normally, the other side plays from the inside out; both sides end in a repeating locked groove; there are hidden tracks pressed into the centre labels; the first track on side two has two different intros, depending on where you drop the needle; and when the needle hits dead wax at the end of side two, if you shine a light on the vinyl you’ll see a projected hologram of a spinning angel. And I bet you thought vinyl was oldfashioned! Right. Enough. International travellers 1814 are coming to town and

one of Tauranga’s most respected guitarists has joined the band. Tim Cooper, guitarist, promoter, the man behind reggae festivals in Papamoa and Waitangi day concerts at the Mount, and general all-round good guy, is their new guitarist. They’re a big band. Nine, I think, and they’ve been together since 2004, releasing a debut album in 2008 and taking their brand of Kiwi-flavoured reggae throughout New Zealand and Australia.

Joining 1814

Tim had come close with the band through booking them to perform at several events. He says: “I had been involved over about six years, especially with Patu Colbert, their manager-band leader-guitarist. He mentioned they perhaps wanted a second guitarist for some different ‘feels’ they were looking at getting into. I said I was keen, and he said ‘That us then?’ Like everything with Patu, when he said it, he meant it”. Tim says it was perfect timing for him: “I wanted to be in a band like 1814 as it gave me the chance to get back on the road to play at some of the bigger festivals around the country. And to get to play overseas more frequently”. That’s exactly how it’s been. “We played in Perth at the Natural New Zealand festival last year alongside some real heavyweights. That was one I had wanted to go to since it started and I was stoked to get there so early on.” For now they have a fourth album coming out in the new year, with a

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new single released this week called ‘Perfectly Ugly’, an anti-bullying song about accepting ourselves as who we are. They are playing shows around New Zealand between now and February with a gig in Sydney on Labour Weekend. Then it’s a full NZ tour once the album’s released and a comprehensive Australian tour and plans to hit Hawaii and the West Coast of America for the first time.

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In the meantime, you can catch them at Brewers Bar on Friday 10. Tickets are $25 on Eventfinder and there are a couple of support bands too. I’ve seen 1814 live only once; they were fantastic. Next week: after the recent discussions in The Weekend Sun about the lack of music venues in Tauranga and how that deprives the city of many mainstream touring acts, I had an email from local guitar wiz Aaron Saxon (who can currently be seen in the duo AliceSea). He says: “There’s heaps of acts all over the country that aren’t necessarily mainstream that tour and don’t come to Tauranga simply because there isn’t a venue suitable”. The difference is that Aaron and others at the Mauao Performing Arts Centre are doing something. about it. The Bay’s most exciting new venue is about to open. Read about it here.

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Te Puke Golf is hosting a casino night fundraiser at the clubhouse on October 24 from 6.30pm. Tickets – which include a free drink free, all-night finger food, $1000 gambling chips and 2.5 hours of gambling fun Aurecon Tauranga has partnered up with Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust to once again present – cost $50 each. The night will include six playing ‘247’s Hottest Home Baker’. tables with poker, black jack, rouInspired by the reality TV show, Aurecon decided they could do lette, lucky wheel and dice. Prizes better, starting an office baking competition in 2009. for top chip holders will be gifted at For a company of engineers the creativity and adventure shown in the end. the kitchen was remarkable. For tickets or information, call The event was an instant success, so on moving to the new ANZ club manager Scott Evans on 07 533 Centre in 2013 it was decided to make this event bigger, bolder 1832 or email golf@golftepuke.co.nz and better! All employees in the building were invited to submit entries, guest judges were bought in and the ‘Ten Cakes in Ten Minutes’ auction was created. This year the bake-off will be held on October 6 in the Aurecon Foyer at 247 Cameron Rd, with cake viewing open to the public from 10.15am and the auction starting 12.15pm. Grant Childs from Bayley’s will once again lead the auction, hoping to beat last year’s fundraising efforts. A bake sale will be held afterwards to sell all the baking items. All money raised is donated to the Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust – a community group of local survivors providing support to those newly diagnosed.

Everyone is invited to come along to the bake-off, be part of the action and purchase some delicious home baking – all for a good cause!

The search is on for the ‘247’s Hottest Home Baker’.

Art to ooze in Katikati Talents from the tips of Katikati Art Group members’ paintbrushes have filled the town’s memorial hall today as the group’s annual four-day exhibition unfolds.

The well-known exhibition is showcasing more than 30 members’ works – and spokesperson Lynda Cotter suspects different mediums will ooze flair and appreciation from visitors. “It’s a really great group of women who have created pieces from oils, water colours, acrylics to pen and pencil – some have sold work throughout New Zealand and overseas so there’ll be some highlyregarded work on display.” Lynda says artists have spent 2014 busily creating pieces for multiple exhibi-

tions “and some large pieces on display are weeks’ worth of work”. The exhibition will feature a range of styles and subjects, including seascapes, landscapes, birds, flowers, countrysides and rivers – and a few collages will be showing too. “Visiting this exhibition you really appreciate how talented people are – and in the group, one of our women is in her 90’s and still doing magnificent work.” Lynda says people can expect pieces by all the usual suspects – Noeline Grant, Julie Blacker, Val Helm, Molly Brightwell, Sally Thrush – and a few newbies too. Visitors can also vote for a people’s choice and all works are for sale. The exhibition runs 10am-4pm daily from today to Monday. Entry is $2 per adult and 50 cents per child. By Merle Foster

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The cream of the country’s young girl hockey talent are in town for the under 15 Premier Girls’ National Hockey tournament at the Tauranga Hockey Centre at Mount Maunganui. Sixteen teams with more than 200 prospective Black Sticks, coaches and supporters from throughout the country are here for the six-day tournament. Another two teams are representing the Tauranga/Bay of Plenty region, with 48 games to be played. Various Hockey NZ players and representatives will be around throughout the week for the public to meet and talk ‘all things hockey’. Games start each day at 10.30am with the last games played at 3.15pm. For further information go to Tauranga Hockey’s website or call Tauranga Hockey Office on 07 575 0074.

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Custom spouting for the home Chris Myland from Custom Continuous Spouting.

Whether you’re building a new house or need replacement spouting for an existing home, Chris Myland can cater for a job of any size. Chris and his team at Custom Continuous Spouting are specialists in

copper, colour steel, aluminium spouting and downpipes. To give customers peace of mind, the company only use aluminium brackets and stainless fixings for long-time durability, says Chris. Sectional joints are eliminated, doing away with inevitable leaking and sagging of conventional spouting. Once the job is complete Chris, who has 12 years’ experience in the industry, wants customers to know they can rely on him to fix any spouting problems – without obligation. Custom Continuous Spouting services Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty area. No obligation free quotes are available. By Zoe Hunter

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I’d like to start by introducing myself, my name is Garreth Moore and as some of you already know I do property management working for our family business, Moore Rentals, here in Tauranga. For the last few weeks I’ve been doing our routine inspections, which we conduct every three months. Throughout my years of property management I’ve seen it all – from the general messy and untidy tenants, clutter and clothes all over the place and you need a bulldozer to push your way through to the glamorous, clean tenants where you could

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What, however, is the key to happiness? The key to happiness has to be gratitude. Happy people are always grateful, whereas ungrateful people are rarely ever happy. Ungrateful, negative, critical people aren’t good company and we avoid them like the plague. Happiness, therefore, becomes a moral obligation, as it affects the happiness of all those around us. In the 1st Century Apostle Paul gave this very good advice to the Christians, who were facing very challenging times. His advice: Be joyful always, pray continually and be grateful in every circumstance because this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

That wasn’t easy advice to follow when life was tough and you were in danger of being fed to the lions. But while this advice was given in extreme circumstances we also have a moral obligation to be grateful regardless of our circumstances, because a grateful heart shows we trust God and we’re thinking of others before ourselves. It really is that simple. To be happy we need to be grateful. Grateful, happy people, bring glory to God, are good to be around and make a much happier world. By Dave Fredrickson, Mount Baptist Church.

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dubbed ‘Doubting Thomas’ said something similar. Thomas, a friend and follower of Jesus, declared that he could not believe that Jesus was alive unless he saw for himself the scars of suffering, unless he felt with his own fingertips the evidence of healing and hope. Katie and Thomas are quite similar really: honest and inquisitive.

Both are bold enough to put up their hand in class and ask the question that everyone wants to know the answer to. What happens, though, when you ask these questions not in a classroom but in a church? Is there the same sigh of relief, or is there a sharp breath and a jaw that’s set? The Christian scriptures are full of questions which are gritty, honest, cries of the soul: My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? How long, O Lord? Where else can we go? Like Katie and Thomas, our questions belong before God and within the community of faith. Our gritty, honest, cries of the soul are heard by the One who understands our faith and our frustration.

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