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Rena cracks and wracks under another battering by this week’s big swells on Astrolabe Reef.
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stricken ship, are uncertain about their future. Bay of Plenty businesses, whose main source of income have been affected by Rena, discuss what their plans are for the future and what options are available for them. Read more on page 3. Surf Life Saving New Zealand discuss how Rena has affected their training and what the future holds for thousands of surf lifesavers – not just in the Bay of Plenty. Read more on page 5. Pictured: Papamoa lifeguards Ross Cowdrey, Nathan Smith, Scott Cowdrey and Ben Johnston. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
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The black tide of uncertainty washing over the Bay of Plenty is affecting everyone from businesses to beach goers. While the rest of the country heads into a fine Labour Weekend and rugby finals fever, our region is bracing for a crucial few days as salvagers race against time and tide to extract the heavy fuel oil before the broken ship is completely ripped apart. Rena has become a ticking time bomb waiting to explode oil and debris through the beautiful Bay of Plenty. The Weekend Sun talks community groups that, like the
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Paint it black The All Blacks go into their final against France this weekend knowing that one province has gone overboard with the “Paint it Black” theme.
looked is the effect on the rocky shorelines – such as Motiti – and the outer islands of Plate, Schooner, Whale and White. The beach seems reasonably straight forward to clean up. Just a matter of huge people power, a lot of rakes and spades and Having our beaches and coastline smothered in black a lot of painstaking time. But the rocks are a wasn’t quite what the promoters had in mind. It’s not different matter. our idea of a clever promotion, but hey, the Bay should Cleaning Rena’s spillage from the rugged at least win a prize for best black out. coastline, rockpools and boulders is a dauntAs the Rena saga oozes into its third week, the ing challenge. It is impossible to get into community is showing incredible strength in pulling every nook and cranny; under every boulder. together to deal with this scourge. The effect of the black ooze on those habiWe salute those brave salvors who are risking their tats is going to be a lot harsher and more lives to painstakingly pump oil off the ship to save our devastating long term. coastline further flogging. Yet the beaches seem to be attracting all the Also to the folk on Motiti Island, who are affronted attention, especially from the simple minded on all sides by this insidious poison. The island’s clean national media. living lifestyle is supposed to be an idyllic escape from One interesting observation is the low pollution, crowds and drama – yet they’ve had the priority Rena seems to have drawn from worst of it thrust upon them, no fault of their own. We Auckland and the relatively low hit rate wish Motitians well and hope they get all the resources on the Herald news website. Especially necessary to overcome the slick. compared to the nationwide Stuff site, While many are concerned for the state of our Aucklanders seem considerably less conbeaches and the sight of black waves crashing at the cerned about the Rena disaster than the rest surf line sickens us all, one factor that has been overof New Zealand. Could it be the shallow jafas are more interested in the rugby or just not really interested unless it impacts on them? Our SunLive reporters have noticed a steady decline in the number of national and international media following the story and attending news conferences. It seems the interest outside of the Bay is
waning as the days tick by. Meanwhile local MP Simon Bridges is keen to get the message out there that Tauranga is still open for business. “Tauranga people that I meet every day are much more positive and up-beat than many out of the Bay of Plenty would realise. “We are getting on with the clean-ups that have happened and will continue to be required and we want New Zealand and the world to know we are still open for business.” I like the fact that MP Bridges is trying to put the picture straight, as the impression nationally and internationally is that the Western Bay has been paralysed by this event. It is clear some businesses will be significantly affected and it is good to see some pro-active
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support for these already. Let’s hope the window of fine weather during the weekend gives salvors the break they need to bleed the sucker dry and save our coast and harbours from further pollution. Wouldn’t it be great to start next week with a dry ship and a new rugby cup?
Parting shot:
Quote of the week has to be Graeme Butler of the wildlife watching vessel Gemini Galaxsea, commenting on SunLive about oiled seals: “The difficulties of three guys in a little DOC boat rescuing seals off Plate Island would be like shoving butter up a porcupine’s arse with a hot pin – fairly hopeless.”
On-water expo set to go ahead With exhibitor space sold out and a full schedule of on-water activities, TMIA chairman Brian Kent is confident the Boat Expo will be a real crowd pleaser. The Rena grounding is a dreadful thing to happen to the region, but Brian believes the Boat Expo and Water Festival is just the thing to bring some enthusiasm and positivity for the wonderful Marine Industry.
“The very idea of the Boat Expo and Water Festival was to feature the many businesses in our region that have a relationship with our ocean and waterways,” says Brian. The Tauranga Marine Industry Association has more than 70 members who are enthusiastically supporting Tauranga’s first on the water boat expo. “We have a large range of on the water craft, including kayaks,
powerboats and jet skis. “In addition, there will be marine suppliers who can give people tips on everything from fishing rods and reels, lures and water safety.” The uniqueness of the site, Tauranga’s downtown waterfront, means that watercraft can be displayed on and off the water. On the water activities will feature bath tub racing, free Seadoo
jetski rides and demonstrations from rowers, racing boats, dragon boats and kayaks. Tauranga Coastguard, Western Bop Sea Scouts, the Ministry of Fisheries and BOP Regional Council also have stands and people on hand with advice and ideas. Families can enjoy onsite refreshments along with the many dining options provided by Tauranga’s hospitality strip on The Strand. Admission is a familyfriendly $5 for adults, with school age children free. Tauranga’s only ‘on the water boat show’ is open Friday and Saturday, November 4-5 from 10am through to 6pm and Sunday, November 6 from 10am to 4pm. IMPORTANT STUFF: All material is copyright and may not be reproduced without written permission of the publishers. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the publishers. The Weekend Sun takes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all published information however will not be liable in any way for errors or omissions or the subsequent use of information published. In 2002, the Hong Kong-flagged carrier Tai Ping, carrying 9500 tonnes of fertiliser, ran aground at Tiwai Point, at the entrance to Bluff Harbour. After being grounded for nine days, the vessel was refloated with not a drop of oil spilled.
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Rena impact on Bay businesses
Bay of Plenty businesses are suffering the effects of the Rena wreck, but want people to know the Bay is still open for business. Business owners in the tourism and marine industries are battling to predict the impact oil flow from Rena will have on their businesses. With the official summer season starting this weekend, they are trying to stay optimistic. The Liberian flagged ship Rena ran aground on Astrolabe Reef 17 days ago, spilling more than 350 tonnes of oil into the ocean, some of which has already washed up on Bay of Plenty beaches. Maketu Beach Holiday Park owner Shane Beech says he is “gutted” about the situation. “This is the first time in 50 years we have not got a booking for Labour Weekend. We usually have up to 20 different bookings.” Oil washed up at Maketu on Wednesday, October 12 and beaches remain closed. “Our summer season starts this weekend, we make the majority of
our money between Labour weekend and Easter – this could shut us right down.” Shane has already received cancellations for bookings during the Christmas period from families concerned about oil on the beaches. “You can’t blame people for not wanting to go and stay near a contaminated beach.” Shane’s bookings come from around New Zealand and overseas and he says this is doing major damage to the ‘clean green New Zealand image’. Dolphin Seafarers is the biggest eco tour operator in the Bay of Plenty. Owner Stuart Arnold says he is staying positive and expects a “full strength” summer season. “When the summer season kicks in, people won’t even notice there has been an environmental disaster.” Stuart says bookings did drop off last week, but it has picked up again. “Anything like this is going to have a major effect. I am amazed at how clean the beaches are now.” The Tauranga Chamber of Commerce is working with Ministry of Social Development to produce
a compensation package for local businesses affected by the Rena. Chamber members met with local business owners this week to gauge the impact of Rena on the commercial fishing, visitor and tourism industry and recreational and marine water sports operators. “We are getting all the information from businesses and will have a report to go to the ministry to develop a package of assistance to those businesses,” says chief executive Max Mason. “People are not necessarily looking for financial support, but they just want to get out there on the water and get back into operating.” Max says the reduction of the exclusion zone is one of the biggest concerns for fish and dive operators who want to know when they can start operating in that area. “How quickly Maritime New Zealand can shrink the exclusion zone is really important.” Tourism Bay of Plenty is working on a nationwide campaign promoting the Bay of Plenty’s pristine beaches and marine which will roll out as soon as Rena’s fate is known. By Phillipa Yalden
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Pharmacists handed needle Bay of Plenty residents are able to get influenza vaccines from pharmacists after a new programme roll through Pharmacybrands pharmacies.
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Pharmacybrands chief executive Alan Wham says the move has been taken to make vaccines more accessible and convenient. “Your pharmacist is the health professional you see most often, so this increases people’s access to the influenza vaccine. “Previously you could get a flu shot at your doctors, an A&E clinic or from the occupational health service at your workplace, if it had one. This means there’s now another option – pharmacies.” Before giving the vaccine, the pharmacist will go through a simple consent process with each patient. In a private consulting room the pharmacist then administers the vaccination – Intanza, from Sanofi – using a very small intradermal needle (1.5mm). Patients need to wait for 20 minutes afterwards, as they do with any other vaccination, to make sure they have not had an adverse reaction. If the patient consents, the pharmacist will also forward their vaccination record to their GP. Tauranga Life Pharmacy pharmacist Renee Belling is one of the
Tauranga Life Pharmacy pharmacist Renee Belling. first pharmacists in New Zealand to receive authorisation. Renee had to complete an extensive course as an Immunization Advisor Centre Vaccinator, the same as any health professional, to become a registered vaccination administer. “I volunteered to do it. I’m always looking at ways to widen my skills and to promote and increase positive health outcomes. “Pharmacists are excellently positioned to provide these kinds of services. We are readily accessible to help with services such as these and have adequate base knowledge to do so.” She says they have just begun to offer the vaccine, but the goal is to work hard this year to set up the procedure for next year’s flu season. About one in five New Zealanders get influenza every
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winter and each year approximately 400 deaths are related to influenza infection. “Vaccination is the most effective way to protect against the flu. It can make people seriously unwell for up to 10 days. It also means you won’t pass it on to others.” When asked if customers can be a bit dubious about visiting a pharmacy to receive a vaccination, Renee says many other countries already offer this service. “It is about access to the vaccination and it is easy for people to come here to pharmacy. It is a different option for those who are not eligible for the vaccine funded under the government.” Last year in the United Kingdom pharmacists administered more than 100,000 influenza vaccinations. By Laura Weaser
IMPORTANT MESSAGE for people living in the Bay of Plenty - RENA Grounding We seem to be playing the waiting game at the moment which can cause
Message from the Iwi Liaison Team
feelings of anxiety and frustration. The key right now is patience. We need to prepare ourselves for the long haul. At the moment, the oil on our coastline, our estuaries and our islands is manageable but there is no room for false optimism – our community will be affected by this oil spill for weeks.
Ko tä te tirohanga Mäori ki te taiao, kua kotahi atu, kia kotahi mai ki te Ao Turoa. Ko au te taiao
Operation Beach Clean is in a new phase as the beach surfaces are largely cleared of the major oil slicks. This affords us a bit of time to prepare for whatever might happen next with Rena.
Ko te taiao ko au
Although it may appear that nothing is happening right now, this couldn’t be further from the truth. We want you to know that we are continuing to have the very best people working on solving the complex problems that this incident poses. We are confident that Maritime New Zealand is managing the situation with the best local, national and international experience at hand. This work is happening out in the field – on Rena itself, in the waters, on our coastline as well as in the Incident Control Centre (ICC). For those of you who don’t know, the ICC has been set up to manage and coordinate the Rena Oil Spill response. This is a huge job and as of yesterday,
Containers Please do not attempt to open any of the containers as some of the containers could contain hazardous material. It is an offence to open or retrieve anything from them.
to communications and health and safety. It is a massive job and to see the commitment and dedication from all those involved is absolutely amazing. Thank you to everyone.
0800 OIL SPILL Care For Our Coast Fund Important Contact Details Online Updates:
www.maritimenz.govt.nz and www.boprc.govt.nz
The local councils have banded together to create a trust fund that has been set up to help community groups care for Bay of Plenty’s coast and estuaries.
Wildlife Response:
Any donations to the fund will be put towards Coast Care and Estuary Care work not covered by the official recovery response following the grounding of the ship Rena.
Any sightings of wildlife with oil should be reported to:
You can make a donation over the counter at any National Bank or ANZ branch or via internet banking to:
0800 333 771 Offers of Help:
0800 OIL SPILL (0800 645 774) or iccrena@gmail.com Media Centre:
0800 774 554 Stuart Crosby, Ross Paterson and John Cronin
We know that there are a lot of people desperate to help out who have not yet had the opportunity to attend a clean up. No one knows exactly what is going to happen over the next few weeks but we now have over 6,200 people to call upon and we appreciate everyone's patient support.
If you do see a container, phone:
there was a total of 782 people who have worked, or continue to work there. The ICC covers a vast range of roles and responsibilities from logistics and planning
Operation Beach Cleanup
National Bank: Account number: 06-0489-0094734-50 ANZ Bank: Account number: 01-1839-0256313-00 The Fund will benefit the islands, including Mötiti, as well as mainland Bay of Plenty coast and estuaries. NB: Once charitable status is obtained donations will be tax deductible.
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Rena forces lifeguards to other waters
Papamoa lifeguards Scott Cowdrey, Ben Johnston, Nathan Smith and Ross Cowdrey. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
From front cover
An abundance of oil in Bay of Plenty waters is creating havoc not only for the wildlife, but for the Surf Life Saving clubs in the region. The cargo ship Rena remains on Astrolabe Reef after it ran aground on Wednesday, October 5 – pouring oil out into the water and up onto beaches. Surf Life Saving NZ programmes and services manager for the Eastern region Mike Lord says the Rena oil spill has put a stop to a lot of club activity which would normally have been underway. “It’s really devastating for our members who work so hard to keep the beaches safe, clean and a fantastic place to visit,” says Mike. “Lifeguards love to share and educate the community on how much fun can be had at the beach and in the surf.”
Part of Mount Maunganui Beach is open, but Leisure Point through to Maketu, including Papamoa Beach, remains off limits – which means lifeguards are unable to carry out their normal duties. “Our events and membership development and new lifeguard training have to be moved to other cleaner areas for our members.” Mike says this is the time when surf lifeguards refresh their skills on the beach in the IRBs and in First Aid. “Clubs are having to find alternative venues to continue this activity and trainings. “Surf Club athletes are training in the harbours and rivers and focusing more on pool swimming and running sessions.” Mike says they are currently reviewing events scheduled to be held within the Bay of Plenty, finding alternative venues in the short term. “This is also affecting our Beach Education programme, which is scheduled to start around midNovember and will mean that we’ll
have to postpone school visits to beaches and the water that are still closed through this time.” He says how long the beaches are closed for will depend on what happens with the Rena and what the weather may do. “Currently, Mt Maunganui to Leisure Island is open on the beach with the water still closed. If more oil does spill out, it is likely to hit the beach from Omanu down to Maketu. “If no more oil is spilled, I would predict that the beaches will be open within a couple of weeks.” Mike says for lifeguards the beach and ocean is their playground and they enjoy working with the community while on patrol. “If this is going to be ongoing for some months we will be looking at ways to engage the lifeguards in other areas to continue lifeguarding. “Our events and trainings will have to be moved to other locations like the harbour or up the Coromandel further.” By Letitia Atkinson
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The not so good oil Tauranga City Council and the regional and Western Bay councils continue to play an integral part in the consequences of the Rena shipwreck on Astrolabe Reef. Shipwreck is my term – it’s unlikely to come off the reef other than in bits! Council staff are doing administration on behalf of Maritime New Zealand, the government agency that oversees this sort of catastrophe. Government is to reimburse costs – hopefully recouped from Rena’s insurers. Obviously councils (ratepayers) can’t sustain this sort of staff input for other than short term and this won’t be a short term fix. Just getting the oil off will be short term (weeks) compared to getting the containers off. There is a container lift ship here to cut the containers off, drop them in the water and tow them clear of the reef so that the lifting gear can get a vertical lift out of the sea.
Exposed in a nasty place
Government advice is that the reaction time of the various agencies has been excellent by international standards and I guess it’s easy to sit on the sidelines making judgements. This is an exposed offshore reef and in onshore wind and sea conditions can be a nasty place to be. Even in offshore wind conditions it’s no picnic sometimes. It’s likely that more time will be spent waiting for conditions to improve than will be spent in productive salvage. Volunteers and the community have rallied in exemplary form and some people need to understand that this will be a long haul with no easy quick fixes. As the weeks turn into months it will be tempting to lose interest and this will be when assistance is needed most.
Building up the pace
Some interesting tidbits on the apparent lack of action in the first few days are coming out. One helicopter was mustering cattle in Queensland when it got the call on Wednesday. It flew to Brisbane, was dismantled, stowed in a 747, flown to Auckland, reassembled and flown to Tauranga on Saturday morning. Not a bad effort. The Navy is here in force along with lots of Army personnel and some Air Force as well. These are all classed under NZ Defence Force.
Slow and steady wins
Rumours abound about the cause of the grounding. Reports from a source, which tracks vessel transponder position reporting systems, say the Rena altered course to head directly to the pilot boat at the harbour entrance an hour before she hit the reef. Rena was reportedly running late to make the tide. Normal seamanship demands laying off the new course on a chart or chartplotter to check for obstacles like Astrolabe. It’s not rocket science!
Smoothing the rough end
Back at council, business goes on. We’ve got the three year/Ten Year Plan to produce as well as next financial year’s annual plan. This will be year one of the Long Term Plan (LTP). There is an objective to cut the rough end of $100 million debt out of the finances. Much of this would be Route K/Pyes Pa bypass debt. Other monies could come from sale of assets, slashing of capital budget thereby not borrowing more, amongst other things. There needs to be determination from all elected members that this will happen. Sometimes it takes tough Pumping hard Pumping the oil is a long, slow and risky business. The tummy muscles to follow through and you shouldn’t make exceptions for your favourite ‘wheelbarrow’ and sludge like fuel oil, which is heated aboard the ship, is cave in to pressure groups, letters to the editor, perceived cooling, making it even more difficult to handle. electoral advantage and so on. Fuel oil systems in these ships are not designed to In council, this resolve seems present when we talk allow fuel to be discharged other than through the main about it, but when it comes to action there appears to be engine (via it running). a bewildering wilting of stated resolve from some after The discharge hose is only about 75mm diameter so public comment is noted. We rarely seem to hear from even in perfect conditions it will take weeks rather than the silent majority. days to get the bulk of the oil off. This is a factor that is immeasurable, but giving creThere will be a quantity in the bottom of the tanks that dence to vocal (and sometimes anonymous) minority is will not be able to be removed. Add to this the angle of not a sound basis for good financial decision making. the heel of the ship, 21 degrees at time of writing, and the sea state and swell rolling the tanker taking off the Keeping it sensible oil. Net gross external debt at August 31 was $361.6 milTidal flows and wave movement mean holding station lion of which $267.4 million is ratepayer funded. off the stern of the Rena is quite a feat for the tanker. TCC debt is often slagged by detractors, but debt is There has already been a minor collision between the two. A tug is helping keep the two apart – we don’t want the most sensible way to allow future beneficiaries of the infrastructure to share in the costs. another boat on the reef. Put another way, why should today’s populace pay upfront for amenities, services and infrastructure built for now and into the future. Airport Committee reports an ongoing successful operation. It has held up well in the face of the downturn unlike our neighbouring airport operations. New baggage handling facilities are in the budget for next financial year at significant cost – self funded. Tauranga Airport operates as a stand alone account with no ratepayer funding whatsoever. This week’s mindbender from ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus – ‘Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants.’
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Sowing the seeds for Mount community garden plans Plans for a community garden in Mount Maunganui are moving forward with Tauranga City Council approving work to investigate possible sites,including Moa Park and Banks Hall Reserve.
by the Lions Club of Mount Maunganui, which is backing the Banks Hall Reserve option. Club secretary Brian Dey says initial consultation with residents in the neighbouring May and Rita Street residents has shown “overwhelmingly positive support” for the 60m x 20m community garden area at the park’s southern end, preserving two-thirds of the reserve for active use. “We will seek alternative sites, but there won’t be a better one than May Street in our
The proposal to create an area of garden allotments in Mount Maunganui – modelled on the successful Otumoetai Community Garden – is being spearheaded
Growing community spirit
Growing gardens: Welcome Bay Community Garden Project members Anna Larsen, Flora Larsen, Delwyn Walker, Mariama Sargisson and Ron Lopert. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
objective in the Welcome Bay Community Development Project 2010, which is a community-driven project.” Once there is clear support for a site, the group needs to go through a detailed formal application process with council to get a lease on the garden site. Then funds need to be raised to cover an estimated $20,000 in setup costs – based on the Otumoetai Community Garden it is being modelled on. Details about the Welcome Bay options, along with information from those involved with the Otumoetai garden, are available at the open day. The event is being planned like a community gala with stalls and activities, including a free bouncy castle and a sausage sizzle. Anna says the garden, which will comprise a series of allotments, will boost the community connection by bringing together residents from a wide range of ages and backgrounds. For more details email annaclarsen@gmail.com or phone Delwyn 07 544 9772.
Work could begin on a community garden in Welcome Bay by autumn if plans get support from local residents. Welcome Bay Community Garden Project coordinator Anna Larsen says residents can learn more about the garden proposal at an open day at Selwyn Park on Saturday, October 29. Tauranga City Council has endorsed work to explore suitable sites for community gardens in Welcome Bay and Mount Maunganui, looking further into two preferred sites in both areas. Anna says if there is strong community support for Selwyn Park – the Welcome Bay garden group’s preferred site – the project should progress quickly and have work beginning on the site as soon as autumn. She says the group is backing Selwyn Park over the second option Waitaha Reserve because it is the heart of a strong community and is less vulnerable to vandalism. “We already have strong community support for a community garden and the creation of community gardens is an
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mind,” says Brian. He says the club is planning wider community consultation on the best site. Once this is established it will formally apply to the council to lease the site, but he is unable to estimate how long this will take. They were backing the Banks Hall Reserve site because it is centrally-located in the Mount and is surrounded by many apartment-dwellers without grounds that may be receptive to gardening in allotments. Brian says club members are very
impressed with the Otumoetai garden’s success at fostering a sense of community and want to do the same in Mount Maunganui. “They are not just for the purpose of producing veggies. “Studies around the world have shown that when you have people of all ages and backgrounds coming together, the whole community benefits.” For details phone Brian 07 575 8661 or email deylight@actrix.co.nz
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Spicing up dance Latin rhythms will play across Tauranga this Labour Weekend with the Bay Salsa Festival. Dance instructor and festival organiser Karen Saunders says the event, which is the country’s only community-based Latin dancing festival, has grown from the first event held five years ago. “It has been such a success that we have all these teachers coming from all around the country donating their time to take workshops.” Karen says money raised during the three-day event goes into a fund to help with travel costs for team’s
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competing overseas. She says Latin dancing is growing in popularity – something she attributed to the exercise craze Zumba introducing people to the dance style. The non-competitive festival is expected to draw up to 400 participants to its various workshops, demonstrations and balls being held. “It’s going to offer something for everyone – including beginners who will be able to come along and try it out.” All workshops are at Otumoetai Action Centre, while evening functions are at various venues. For more details visit www.baysalsa.co.nz By Hamish Carter
Left: Tauranga’s salsa dancers rehearse for the festival: George Barbour, Amanda Leonardo, Alvaro Jimenez, Vanessa Skinner, Dean Christie and Rebecca Berben. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
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Striking a chord on canvas Rotarians work to eradicate polio The fight against polio is continuing as the Tauranga Rotary Club gets ready to celebrate World Polio Day. The club is providing information about the disease and collecting funds outside local Post Shops on October 25. David Garland says polio was eliminated in New Zealand in 1965, but remains a highly infectious disease that can be imported again unless it’s completely eradicated from the world. “Polio is primarily a childhood disease which causes paralysis and is sometimes fatal. “As there is no cure, the best protection is prevention,” says David. “For as little as 70 cents, a child can be protected against this crippling
Art and music is drawing American flautist Ross Bachelder halfway around the world to Tauranga next week. The Maine musician, who humbly calls himself ‘The Flute Guy’, was playing at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston when Tauranga artist Susan HarrisonTustain was visiting four years ago. Susan was visiting the art gallery when her spirit was lifted by Ross’s alluring notes. “While visiting the museum I found myself drawn by the exquisite strains of a flute being played. “I stood, mesmerized by the scene before me: A gentle man with shoulder-length white hair, light dancing in the lens of his glasses and passion in his eyes.” Taken in by his enchanting performance of her favourite piece, she sketched, then painted the scene. “He was totally immersed in his music and swayed with it as we watched and felt touched by the great emotion he was able to impart with his flute. I had to capture the emotion of that moment.” The painting is among 24 new paintings being revealed at her latest exhibition at Mills Reef next weekend, October 29-30. Ross arrives in Tauranga next week to see the finished painting and perform Susan’s favourite
Susan Harrison-Tustain’s painting of ‘The Flute Guy’ looks on from behind while she completes the final painting for her exhibition.
classical piece at the opening on Sunday (Gluck’s ‘Dance of the Blessed Spirits’) which Susan says is “just incredible”. In keeping with the musical theme on Saturday Tauranga singer Anna Hawkins is performing from 10-11.30am, followed by Amadeus classical trio from
11.30am-2.30pm. Following his visit to Tauranga Ross is heading to Christchurch where he hopes to do some fundraising busking for the quakedamaged city. For exhibition details visit www.susanart.com/blog/exhibition-2011 By Hamish Carter
disease for life. At present, only 80 per cent of Kiwi children are inoculated against polio, underscoring the importance of total eradication of the disease.” The disease remains an endemic in only four countries: Afghanistan, India, Nigeria and Pakistan. “In the last six months, there have been only 290 new cases world-wide,” says David. Rotarians will be outside the Post Shops on the corner of 11th Avenue and Cameron Road and at Bethlehem for two hours between 11am and 1pm on Tuesday, October 25.
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Silent display of great cinema Tauranga Film Society president Neale Blaymires enjoys snacks with his film viewing. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
Tauranga Film Society president Neale Blaymires encourages film goers to “live dangerously” this weekend and experience the thrill of silent movies. This Saturday, October 22 and next Saturday, October 29 the society is showcasing their annual ‘Cinema Under the Stars’ atop Mount Drury at 8pm. The silent movie festival features the films of German director Ernst Lubitsch. “Ernst Lubitsch made romantic comedies, which often lampooned upper-crust German society of the 1920s,” says Neale. “Lubitsch films have great soundtracks with them – good orchestra music instead of just the piano.” The film society has been running for three and a half years, showcasing films rarely seen in New Zealand cinemas.
“We often show European films, documentaries, contemporary films as well as a New Zealand classic. The silent festival works well, especially with sound if you get competition with wind and surf, it doesn’t matter too much. “These are often films that never occur to you, so here it is – exposure yourself to them and live dangerously.” The Lubitsch films are all on DVD and have been sourced by film federation from Germany. They are been shown on a Digital Projector formerly used at Capitol Cinemas in Te Puke and will project onto a 2.4 metre screen. The festival is free admission to the general public, although a $5 donation per person is suggested. Mt Drury is a liquor free zone, so no alcohol allowed. If the weather is wet, the films will be postponed to the following Saturday.
Museum decision imminent The future of the Katikati museum is expected to be clearer today, with high hopes the Western Bay District Council will back community plans to buy the museum. A request to guarantee Katikati Heritage Museum Society Trust’s loan of $550,000 to buy the privately-owned museum and its collection was put to the full council meeting Thursday. Ahead of the vote, society chairman Alistair Boot was confident of getting council support. He says the proposal for the loan guarantee seemed to have the support of “most councillors” which will lower the
loan interest rate and save the community trust $17,000 in annual loan repayments. The museum’s owners have been trying to sell it for two years – and plans to save the local heritage came to a head in March when the owners announced plans to sell off artifacts. Once the trust buys the museum it will begin fundraising to help pay off the loan. Alistair says there is very little risk to the council in guaranteeing the loan because the museum’s assets are more than $1 million. Has the council helped the museum? Visit www.sunlive.co.nz for the council’s decision. By Hamish Carter
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Online songs of support While thousands of volunteers have expressed their feelings in physical action, others have taken to more creative means to share their thoughts on the Rena situation with many artists turning to YouTube. Papamoa local and part-time singer songwriter Gavin Kennedy’s song ‘Rena’ focuses on a feeling that has “unified a community”. “The locals are pretty frustrated about it,” says Gavin. “This song was more a means of expressing our feelings about the situation. Everyone has a feeling of helplessness as it goes down. “The bad times have really brought out the best in people, everyone is chatting together at the beach and there is a community spirit as we pull together.” Gavin says while blame has been misplaced by some on the government, the real questions lie with the men who were on watch aboard Rena. “It seems that Motiti Island residents have seen other ships cut in between the Astrolabe Reef and the island – they use it as a shortcut
to get into the harbour before the tide changes. Hopefully, from now on, the ships will keep to the shipping lanes.” To view Gavin’s video visit www.youtube. com/watch?v=4hjlJaE0v84 Tauranga singer-songwriter Janne Izett has also just stepped out of the studio and launched her song on YouTube on Wednesday. The folk-rock song ‘Bleeding Oil’ tells the story of the situation – of the beautiful Bay of Plenty beaches marked by oil. She says the song will be sold online for $2, with proceeds going towards the aid and rehabilitation of wildlife affected by the oil spill. “I have recently hurt my back, so I haven’t been able to volunteer to help physically,” says Janne. “So through this song I hope to help towards the hundreds of wildlife that have been affected, right down to the limpets and sea creatures.” To support Janne’s cause online visit www. youtube.com/watch?v=xTWr_fWt8yQ Lead singer of Papamoa-based reggae band 6TB Karaitiana ‘Krykey’ Hohaia-Thompson
Gavin Kennedy. has also written a song on YouTube called ‘Spilling the Problem’. To watch the video online visit www.youtube. com/watch?v=pVR03mGa94Y
Preserving Rena memories in digital form An online project has been put together with Tauranga Library to document resident’s thoughts, feelings and images during the country’s biggest maritime disaster. Tauranga Library is archiving all the documents, photos, personal stories
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All Black still holds Bay rugby records When he retired from Bay rugby in 1982 at the age of 33, he threw himself into work, moving up to sales manager, then general manager of the Radio Network, with a little on-air sports commenting on the side. He says he succeeded in the office thanks to principles he learnt in his rugby days. “I set definite objectives in rugby and I did the same at work. I always did more work, more training than others – I’d always had to do that because I was always smaller than everyone else.”
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Greg is retired now, living in Te Puna. He says he tried to become a golfer, which didn’t go so well and even had a shot at twilight cricket. He refused to play Golden Oldies rugby until he was over 50, but the hits coming from 35 year-old players proved a bit too
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When the All Blacks take on France this weekend in the Rugby World Cup final, Greg Rowlands will be watching the game among the fans at Eden Park. But Greg is more than just a fan – with a name indelibly marked across the history books of Bay of Plenty rugby and a stint in the black jersey himself as All Black number 769. Originally a first five eighth, he got his start in Bay rugby in 1969. He first trialled for the All Blacks the next year, but it wasn’t until 1975 Greg was finally selected into the reserves for the national side at age 28. He went on to play a series of four uncapped games in Buenos Aires in late 1976, scoring a total of 44 points as an All Black kicker. But it’s in the Bay where Greg really left his mark. He still holds the Bay of Plenty records for most points scored in one season, most points scored in a career and most games played in a career – and he’s also listed as the fifth player in New Zealand rugby history to score 1000 points. Greg moved to Tauranga as a five year old and started playing rugby in primary school (barefoot, of course), then played through secondary school at Tauranga Boys’ College. Things weren’t easy for him – he was always the smallest kid on the field and stayed that way right through his career; measuring 1.7m tall and just 74kg during his playing days.
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Despite moving into representative rugby, Greg still had to work as the players back then received no pay. He picked up jobs, but they were never as important as his rugby. At one point he was even given a job as a builder by a rugby fan. “I wasn’t a great builder, but all the boss cared about was how my rugby was going, so I managed to keep the job.” Later, Greg joined the Radio Network as a sales executive. Again, rugby was still the priority. “I’d do my work in the morning, then in the afternoon I’d go out and work on my kicking. But they didn’t know I was doing that.”
much, so he bowed out. He still relives his rugby playing days often, however, meeting up with old teammates every week for a yarn.
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An active Tauranga Sports Life Member, Greg still gives back to the game locally, advising promising players in the Bay Colts levels. “I was given outstanding advice when I was about 18 by Mark Nicholls. He came up to me after a game and said ‘try this, try that’ and it made a huge difference to my game. “Someone stopped me and told me he was the captain of the All Blacks in the 1920s. “I had no idea who he was.” Greg is also ready to share his experiences with his grandchildren, should they show an interest in the game. “The youngest – he’s not even one year
HAPPENED TO? old, but he’s already got a rugby ball. I won’t put pressure on him, but if he wants to play, I’ll give him some help.” Ever wondered where your favourite teacher, a local politician or beauty queen ended up? During the coming months, The Weekend Sun is investigating just what happened to some of these figures. Want to know where someone ended up? Put us to the task! Email your suggestions to; laura@thesun.co.nz. By Hannah Keys
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Pushing past Psa towards recovery A brainstorming session on ways to boost Tauranga’s economic recovery recommended strong regional leadership to help kiwifruit orchardists through the Psa crisis. The session attracted 50 business leaders and owners from across the Western Bay and was part of a series of regional discussions organised by Westpac on what the bank could do to assist the recovery.
Craigs Investment Partners executive chairman Neil Craig says it will be helpful for kiwifruit orchardists to get an indication from Westpac and other banks on what position they are taking with distressed loans. Eves Realty chief executive Ross Stanway says he believes the banks could play a role in spreading some of the current business success stories to help counter the general doom and gloom. “I’m not talking about gilding the lily. “It is just there are some very good
Westpac Business general manager Ian Blair leads a brainstorming session of Tauranga business leaders on ways to foster the regional recovery. Photo by Hamish Carter.
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things happening in this region, but we are not hearing about it.” Suggestions on ways to foster the local recovery emphasised building on the region’s competitive advantage as a logistics hub and in horticulture. Participants also recommended developing the region’s potential as a tourism centre and building on the area’s strength in the marine industry. Challenges retaining the area’s
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Rena to overshadow us for months The news for the last two weeks has been dominated by the stranding of the Rena on Astrolabe Reef. I was fortunate enough to witness the stranding on the morning of this event, when I accompanied the Sunlive news crew in a one hour flight over the stricken ship. As soon as I saw how far up onto the reef the Rena had run I knew this ship was going nowhere any time soon. Believe me, there are still no easy answers for this disaster and we can expect disastrous environmental effects for months, if not years, to come. Directly after my flight I personally phoned both Simon Bridges, our local MP and Hon Dr Nick Smith,
the Minister for the Environment. I can assure you the government understood the implications and environmental risks and I was assured that an emergency recovery plan had already been enacted. It annoys me to listen to uninformed chatter about inaction and I find it deplorable that certain parties were (and are still) trying to get political gain out of this tragedy. My only criticism would be the early paralysis on keeping the public properly briefed on the facts. The media are always willing to sensationalise matters, but Maritime NZ now is supplying very good regular updates on their website www.maritimenz.org.nz and as usual www.sunlive.co.nz is also ahead of the pack. If you have a view on these or any other local government issues, I invite you to email me. Email: andrew@vond.co.nz
Times are a-changing Naples in 2002 was unbelievably broken down. Whole families were sleeping in the streets and even setting up house on traffic islands in the centre of town. We counted at least 100 sleeping on the street in the main square. Spaced out druggies were down on the steps of the closed entrance to the underground openly injecting and taking
themselves off to other worlds. Around the Bay in Capri the rich were being taken through the town to their luxurious hotels passing a row of shops full of names that included Cartier, Versace and Hugo Boss. During the three days we were in town, I spoke with our hotel receptionist who happened to be an out of work economist. He explained to me the difficulties his government and the EU were
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starting to experience. He forecast a collapse of the European economies before the end of the decade. We now are hearing reports of protests throughout the whole world against the social inequities in economies and targeting the blatant rich, corporate greed, banks and financial structures.
Rena raising questions within the community Has the response been enough? The initial response has already failed, therefore it was not good enough. No criticism of the people working against the odds to deal with this enormous problem is intended or implied by that comment. They were and are quite simply overwhelmed by the scale and complexity of the problem and have
been beaten by the weather. Was New Zealand prepared for such an event before it became a disaster? Answer, clearly is no. Are the laws governing coastal shipping effective enough to minimise the risk of ship groundings?
Answer, apparently no. The implications for a blowout from a deep water oil drilling operation are profound and disturbing. Was it possible to use the window of opportunity provided by stable weather for five days? Answer clearly maybe. We have been bombarded with justifications and excuses on this issue, including constant reference to technical complexity. Come on. This is something we know how to do.
Our attitude is everything when it comes to disaster There is no doubt the Bay of Plenty is facing its biggest environmental challenge in recent history with the stranding of the container ship Rena on the Astrolabe Reef. Emotions have been running high; anger, fear, frustration and sadness have been experienced by many of us.
The media reports don’t help since they are often focussed on making things look as bad as possible and uninformed criticism gives an unbalanced picture of what has happened and what will happen in the future. I have been privileged to see the good side of the disaster, however. By this, I mean the hundreds of people who are working very hard to deal with the disaster in an
official capacity. These people are bringing all of their knowledge and experience to deal with a problem which I have heard described as a ‘nine out of 10’ on a scale of how difficult a salvage exercise can get.
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Busking out skills on Mainstreet Experience some of the rich talents hiding in the Bay of Plenty this weekend at the Mount Mainstreet annual busking festival. Participants have the opportunity to win big, with junior section first place prize of $500, and open section first place prize of $1000. Mount Mainstreet manager Leanne Brown says this type of environment is a great platform for anyone who has a skill to perform in a public arena, but not on a stage – which to some is rather daunting and challenging. “Our judges will be looking at talent and ability, as well as attitude, appearance and interaction with the crowd,” says Leanne. “Spectators can also vote for their favourite performer in the Peoples Choice Award at the voting station in the Mount Mainstreet office in the Phoenix car park. “The competitors all get to keep any
money that they earn and it is free for them to enter. “And of course free for the spectators.” For the first time this year, the festival will close off the Phoenix car park for a short period of time on the Saturday, October 22 for the Under 16s section. “We need to ensure our young participants are safe and away from traffic noise where possible,” says Leanne. On Sunday, October 23 Maunganui Road will be closed from 10.30am from Banks to Pacific Avenue. The road will open to vehicles again from 2.30pm. “We’ve got Irish dancers, magicians, flutes, saxophone players, bagpipes and lots of very promising and clever singers and performers – just to mention a few,” says Leanne. “Participants are coming from as far as Cambridge and Auckland and across the Bay and will either be performing solo, duos or in small groups.” The Mount Mainstreet Busking Festival is Saturday, October 22 from 11am-12.30pm and Sunday, October 23 11am-1pm.
Performers from last year did not just have to play, but ‘wow’ the crowds.
Mosaics make a grand come back Art Waikino is celebrating its 11th year with a special new category for contemporary mosaics – the first time in New Zealand there has been an exhibition just for contemporary mosaics.
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This popular exhibition is now well established and there will be the usual paintings, craft and photography categories which attracts local artists as well as from all across New Zealand. The guest exhibitors this year are Margaret Hunt from Tauranga, Joy Campbell from Waihi and Noeline Ganderton from Katikati. Australian artist Jacqui Douglas is judging the paintings, craft and mosaics and wildlife photographer and author Dr Kim Westerskov is judging the photography. The supreme award of $500 has been sponsored by Newmont Waihi Gold, the mosaic prizes by The Tile Depot, best painting by Visique Optometrists and the photography prizes by Barron’s Kodak Express. All artwork is for sale and it is a great way to buy original work to suit all budgets. While visiting Waikino, why not allow some extra time and visit the many attractions the area has to offer such as the Karangahake Walkway, Waikino Tavern, Waikino Station Cafe, Ohinemuri Estate, Bistro at The Falls Retreat, take a ride on the Goldfields Railway train, visit the historical Victoria Battery Site and check out the local artists who will have their galleries open on that weekend. The exhibition is open to the public from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, October 22 to Monday, October 24 in the Victoria Hall on SH2 at Waikino in the Karangahake Gorge. There is a gold coin entry with all proceeds go to the upkeep of the community hall.
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Speedway season opens with changes ning just before 7pm. Baypark Speedway manager Roger Bailey says extra initiatives will be in place to enhance public safety in the pit area. Speedway fans are now invited into the racing pit to meet drivers and see their vehicles up close between 5pm and 6.45pm. The public are then invited to take their seats in the grandstand to watch the night’s racing and can regain access to the pit area at 10pm for prize giving and to visit the clubrooms. “Previously, Baypark has been one of the few tracks in the country to allow the public continuous access to the
Baypark Speedway is announcing several changes to enhance spectators’ overall experience ahead of its 10th anniversary celebrations on Saturday night.
An exciting ‘blast from the past’ vintage stock car night is planned to mark the 10 year milestone and kick off the highly-anticipated 2011/12 speedway season. Sixteen vintage stock cars dating from the 1960s, 70s and 80s are travelling from across the North
Island to race on the night, along with Super Saloons, Saloon cars, Stock cars, Mini Stocks and Sprint cars. A number of speedway icons, past and present, are also attending the big celebration. Gates open at 5pm with racing begin-
pits. But during any race night the pit area can be an extremely dangerous place to be,” says Roger. “Our new management team at Baypark, in conjunction with Speedway NZ and registered drivers, feel this is the best way to avoid potential accidents and trusts everyone will understand the reasons behind this important safety initiative.” There is a fireworks spectacular display at Baypark Speedway on November 5 to celebrate Guy Fawkes, followed by the ever-popular demolition derby on November 19 and a Caravan Derby on January 7.
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Bay of dreams – winning mural Past, present and future are celebrated in Katikati’s latest winning mural, which will soon join public art on display in the town centre. Katikati Open-Air Art Inc festival committee chairman James Denyer described the festival as a “great success”, saying all nine murals were of a high standard and all could have won. He says the winning mural, by Hamilton artist Alex McLeod, was the only one to feature the current offshore drama by incorporating the shipwrecked Rena. “You have to really look to see it
to an agricultural scene painted by Rotorua artist Marc Stijkerbosch, who earlier completed the kiwifruit mural that has been put up by the Blue House. “Every single mural was really, really good. I think Open Air Art may be bidding for some at the auction they are so good.” All murals, apart from the winner, will be auctioned as garden art at Decor Gardenworld in Bethlehem on November 3. By Hamish Carter – it’s one of the many details that you don’t necessarily see straight away.” A mural by Tauranga artist Karen
Lawson, that follows a boardwalk around the bay to Katikati, was judged runner-up. The people’s choice award went
Left: Past, present and future in focus in Alex McLeod’s winning mural. Right: Hamilton artist Alex McLeod works on his winning mural.
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With a bubble machine welcoming customers into the store, there are a number of activities on during Labour Weekend at Kiwi Petz Grooming Boutique. A kid’s treasure hunt takes place on Saturday, October 22 through to Monday, October 24, with heaps of chocolate goodies to be won. The month-long pet photo competition is drawn on the Monday, with several hampers to be won.
Heard of guess the jelly beans in the jar? This time guess how many fish are in the tank. The winner gets to keep the tank (without the fish though – as it might be too many to feed). For the pets, nutritional advisors are in on Saturday, with great experience and advice on pet food for every kind of pet, to help get them on the right kind of diet. There are also a few goodies to give out to lucky customers. Kiwi Petz offers a modern day grooming facility, with an open-plan space. The boutique specialises in pampering pets, to ensure they look good and feel great – inside and outside.
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Survivors racing the dragon Fun, fitness, friendships and support: Breast cancer survivors who join Boobops dragon boating crew get all of these benefits and more says member Rae Keightley.
Boobops breast cancer survivor dragon boat crew. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
Rae is an original member of the breast cancer crew which was set up six years ago after research showed the sport’s vigorous upper body exercise was beneficial for those recovering from mastectomy and lumpectomy surgery. “It’s great to be on the boat with all of those girls who have been on their own breast cancer journey,” says Rae. “The support there is incredible. We don’t talk about it all the time, but if you are worried about anything you can just ring someone – it’s fantastic.” Throughout summer the 22-member crew trains twice a week, with members also expected to keep up their own personal fitness. The intensive training paid off in March this year when they came first at the national championships in Rotorua.
Tauranga Girls’ Alumni reunite On the back of last year’s successful luncheon, Tauranga Girls’ Alumni are holding another Spring Luncheon. “It was exciting to watch dozens of ex-students of all ages catch up after many years. They came from all over New Zealand and overseas. There were times we could barely
hear each other through the excited chatter as friends re-united,” says Alumni chair Nan Kingston-Smith. Nan says a lot has been happening during the last couple of years. The Alumni is looking forward to this year’s presentations of The Alumni Trophy and the first year of The Chica Gilmer Scholarship. They both are to be presented at Senior Prize Giving at the Holy Trinity Church, Devonport Road, Tauranga on November 9 at 6pm.
The Spring Luncheon is at Mills Reef Winery, Moffats Road, Bethlehem on Saturday November 12, commencing at noon with complimentary pre-luncheon ‘refreshment’ and to be seated for a formal luncheon by 12.30pm. Limited tickets are available. To purchase tickets email admin@tgcalumni.org.nz or phone Anne McLeod 07 575 3036 or Mary Capamagian 07 578 2123.
The Boobops crew comprises survivors ranging in age from their early 30s up to an 82-year-old member. Some are still recovering while some are fit veterans like Rae who was hit by cancer 16 years ago. “It’s always hard to get breast cancer survivors who are healthy and able to do it. That can be a big problem. “Women after the operations aren’t really up to getting in the boat for two years after their surgery.” They are looking for breast cancer sur-
vivors to join Boobops and other women or men to join sister crew Paddlebops. For more details phone Cynthia 027 6049 446. The club is fundraising for the next nationals by holding the Super 12 Dragon Boat Regatta Corporate Challenge at the Lakes in November – when 12-member business teams race on November 19. For more details phone Trish 027 2940 757 or visit www.boobops.co.nz By Hamish Carter
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Make a statement; wear it bright and playful this summer with the Verge collection at Hilary Pointon. This summer season, dresses are in with the hem line on the rise for the hot summer nights. Bold tunic tops with slim pants are always popular, with pants in a wide range of lengths. Natural fabrics, such as linen and
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Design exhibition shows Infusing graphic and fashion design ideas with talent inspires the 2011 INfuse Design Exhibition opening at TECT Arena on November 16. In its fourth year, this end of year student exhibition draws together the creative talents and months of hard work of the fashion and graphic design students from Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.
Catwalk collection
The show combines an exhibition, presenting the best work of 100 graphic design students and a fashion show where students take their collections to the catwalk. “Working in an interdisciplinary way encourages our students to explore relationships between ideas and how these can translate into a commercial context,” says
Welcome in the new season without spending a fortune with Tauranga’s hidden treasure The Changing Room, located off the beaten track on Second Avenue. The Changing Room is owned by mother-daughter team Ann Saunders and Jeni Pearson. “Not only did we take on this business for the love of fashion and beautiful things, the wonderful people we are meeting on our journey are the icing on the cake,” says Jeni. The Changing Room specialises in pre-loved labelled clothing. “We sell on behalf of our client, accepting only clean top-order clothing, high end labels that are fashionable. This is a great way to spruce up your wardrobe each season.” Customers are finding great deals in the pre-loved selection says Jeni. “Casual, but smart or that piece for a special occasion, shoes and accessories being a hit. “We also stock some new summer items and we have listened to customers’ requests for easy summer dresses this year. We have got a colourful selection of cardigans and shrugs to cover up a little or just add a sleeve.”Make the time to see Ann and Jeni - they look forward to meeting you. Annah Stretton from The Changing Room.
off the Bay’s creative talents a learning opportunity for aspiring models, who dream of strutting down the runway.
Deb Laraman, group leader of the fashion and design programmes. The fashion show celebrates the creative talents of the Polytechnic’s diploma and degree students. Successful graduates with their own labels will also feature in the ‘Beyond’ section, including Liz Turner (riddleme.this), Teresa Hodges (Blak Basics), Aroha Wikatu (Shikoba) and Tina Patrick (NYNE – Tripod clothing). “This event is an excellent learning opportunity for our students to experience first-hand the challenges and rewards of pulling together such a large scale event,” says Leanne Wild, fashion tutor and INfuse event coordinator. Casting for the fashion show is also
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Liz Turner (riddleme. this) to show new collection at Infuse.
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chance to shine,” says Leanne. “With the combined exhibitions and increasing interest in this event, we’re expecting strong demand for tickets, so get in quick.” For tickets phone 0800 224 224 or visit www.ticketdirect.co.nz
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Summer means colour It’s all about colour at Ebony’s new store in Downtown Tauranga this summer as the relatively new store opens its doors to your new summer wardrobe.
Are you keen to get out of your winter clothes? The elegant store on Devonport Road, with chandeliers, polished floors and generous fitting rooms will draw you in with its beautiful bright colours that will lift you up and bring you into the spirit of spring. Once in the door, there are fantastic brands that cater for real women, at affordable prices. Just when you thought you might have to go on a shopping trip to Australia, Ebony has brought Australia to you;
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with labels such as Cordelia Street and Four Girls. Come in and see our friendly team of stylists and let them help you with your spring wardrobe now. Ebony also has stores in Ngatea, Hamilton, Waihi Beach and Tirau.
Two of the eye catching summer print dresses available from Ebony fashions, 13 Devonport Road, Tauranga, and 21 Wilson Road, Waihi Beach.
WOMEN’s Summer Collection – aptly named Beautiful – is inspired by the feminine, tailored styling of the 50s and 60s. Designer Toni Marie says summer is a season for colour, with refreshing sorbets, ombre prints, silks, spots and stunning angel wings.
Combining tailored linen suits, irresistible exotic prints, vibrant colour and soft pastels, you’re sure to get excited about summer with WOMEN.
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Summer Tunics are a hot summer trend this season. Mix it up with funky full length or three quarter tights; this beautiful lightweight tunic by Contrast is a summer essential for any wardrobe. Available from Yabbado 215 Chadwick Road.
Karen Walker - Ruffle sleeve dress in lace orange. Cooper by Trelise Silverado in Aztec. Both available from Davidsons Womenswear, 43 Spring St, Tauranga
Custom made leather vests at MDs Leatherworks
Re-invent and inspire your fashion tastebuds with the stunning collections instore at Urban Vogue and George Edward, Bethlehem Town Centre, Bethlehem
Two of the stunning colours from the Django & Juliette collection available from Footloose, Bethlehem
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Easy, healthy summer salad for late nights easy dish to prepare to be used to compliment meat, fish and chicken or even on its own. Next time you catch a fresh snapper try this as a side, simplistic and full of freshness.
Bay of Plenty spring has arrived and what a glorious day we had. A great time to plan ahead for those summer barbecue late nights and fun at the beach. When I think of spring, salad comes to mind and I do get excited with the thought of our seasonal fruit which we can all enjoy. I am sure you will agree that salad is an
Chargrilled capsicum salad
Ingredients 1 pkt of baby spinach leaves, washed 1/2c feta, cut into squares 1 large red capsicum 1/4c good quality olive oil 1/4c toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds Juice of 1 lemon. Before you squeeze, grate
half the rind and keep aside Handful of black olives (optional) Black cracked pepper and sea salt (optional) Method First you need to chargrill your capsicum, you can do this in a few ways. You need to spray the capsicum with spray oil or brush oil on. Heat a hot plate (griddle) on the stove top or a non stick pan is fine. Other options are to barbecue the capsicum or put it in an oven set at 200 degrees. Cook until the skin turns black like the chargrilled effect. You will achieve this by turning the capsicum over to cover all of the skin. Once this is achieved, remove and allow to cool. When capsicum has cooled, cut in half and remove
all seeds and core. Peel the skin, slice thinly and set aside. In a salad bowl, place the spinach leaves along with feta, capsicum, pine nuts or pumpkin
Cost of living, marginally cheaper Latest figures released have revealed the price of fresh produce has decreased with the introduction of cheaper in-season vegetables. The Food Price Index fell 1.0 per cent in September and was led by an 8.6 per cent decline in fresh produce. The monthly fall follows a 1.4 per cent drop in August, though the price of food is still 4.7 per cent higher than in September last year. A report released by Statistics New Zealand says the September fall in fruit and vegetable prices is the largest since a fall of 10.2 per cent in February 2006. “While vegetable prices often fall at this time of year, prices are now 19.6 per cent from their highest ever recorded level of July 2011,� quotes the department report. The price of grocery food items fell 0.2 per cent in September, led by a 2.7 per cent decline in pasta products and a 1.1 per cent fall in bread prices, though milk, cheese and egg prices crept up 0.2 per cent. Meat, poultry and fish prices rose 0.3 per cent in the month, while non-alcoholic drinks gained 1.3 per cent and restaurant meals increased 0.2 per cent. The report says the slow-down in rising food prices
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A cheese that has gained prominence recently is the famed halloumi, a traditional Cypriot cheese that is also popular in the Middle East and in Greece. Traditionally made with a mixture of goat milk and sheep milk, there has been some delay in registering the name halloumi as a protected Cypriot product, caused by a conflict between sheep and goat farmers and those wishing to call cheese halloumi which contains cows milk. If and when registered, it will have the same protected designation of origin status as feta or parmigiana. The western style halloumi we have here is a lot milder and less salty than the traditional, however, it does have the same high melting point – making it ideal for frying and interestingly firm, causing it to squeak on the teeth when being chewed. This week I have two gluten-free recipes for using this interesting cheese.
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Sunflower seed halloumi
Ingredients 1/4c polenta, course 1/4c polenta, 1/4c maize cornflour Pinch of baking soda 1c sunflower seeds, whizzed in blender Salt and pepper Bunch mint, chopped 2 eggs, beaten 180g halloumi, cut into battons
in dry mix then beaten eggs then in mix again, set in fridge and repeat the process until you have a well formed crust. Shallow fry in a non stick pan and drain on paper towel. Serve with a tamarillo chutney or mint relish on small salad, ideal for lunch or as a starter. Serves 4
Method Place halloumi in a bowl and toss in chopped mint, salt and pepper. In another bowl, mix cornflour, polentas, baking soda and the whizzed up sunflower seeds. Toss the halloumi
Spice crusted beans & grilled halloumi Crusting mix ingredients 1/2 tbsp turmeric 1 tbsp ground coriander ground 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tbsp crushed fennel seed 1/2 tsp chilli powder 1/4c rolled oats 1/4c fine polenta 1 tsp baking soda Salt and pepper 3 whisked egg whites Juice of 1 lemon 300g fresh beans, blanched in boiling water then refreshed in chilled water 180g halloumi, cut into thick slices
Method Pat-dry beans to remove excess moisture then toss in dry mix of first eight ingredients, then into egg whites, then into mixture again and set in fridge. Meanwhile, bake off halloumi slices with a little oil, salt and pepper in hot oven 260-280 degrees for 10 minutes or until melted. Deep fry the beans or shallow fry until crisp, drain on paper towel. Arrange on plate and drape over the melted cheese slices, squeeze the juice of the lemon over the cheese and serve. Serves 4
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Legend of wine making It was a privilege to catch up with John Hancock from Trinity Hill. John is a legend in wine making, having made his first wine in 1972 in the Barossa Valley. The 2008 Gimblett Gravels Hawke’s Bay, The Gimblett is a blend of 43 per cent Cabernet Sauvignon, 41 per cent Merlot, seven per cent Petit Verdot, six per cent Malbec and three per cent Cabernet Franc, clones predominantly sourced from Bordeaux. John says the 2008 vintage was very good in the Hawke’s Bay with a temperate summer, followed by a dry Indian summer, with average temperatures. This blessing allowed
mouth-filling structure and a fine-grained texture. Great drinking now with red meats and game or cellar for up to 10 years. RRP $35. Enjoy! the fruit to be hung until it was perfectly ripe, still retaining the typical varietal characters of the grapes. The five traditional varieties of Bordeaux, as grown in the Gimblett Gravels region of Hawke’s Bay, have produced a wine of “power, elegance and complexity”, says John. The beautiful rich red colour, the black fruits aromas and flavours are complimented by a soft
The Weekend Sun has a bottle of 2008 Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Hawke’s Bay, The Gimblett for a lucky reader who can tell us the percentage blend in the vintage wine? Enter online at www.sunlive. co.nz under the Competitions section. tries must be received by October 25.
A new range of wholesome snacks The Weekend Sun has two giveaway bags of crackers to give away to the lucky readers who can tell us one suggested topping with Huntley and Palmers crackers? Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the Competitions section. Entries must be received by October 25.
A combination of delicious, nutritious ancient grains have been used to create the newest range of wholesome snacks – Huntley & Palmers Wholegrain Crackers. These tasty additions to the Huntley & Palmers cracker family are crisp, crunchy and made with wholegrains, including ancient grains such as millet, buckwheat, quinoa, spelt and black chia seeds. Made in New Zealand with authentic ingredients, they’re substantial and grainy, making them a deliciously appetising snack. Huntley & Palmers Wholegrain Crackers come in four delicious flavours: Original Mixed Grain; 8 Grain; Sunflower & Chia; and Spelt & Black Sesame. Try them simply by themselves, or with these tasty toppings: Hummus, avocado and tomato, cream cheese and salmon, vegemite and cottage cheese or guacamole. Huntley & Palmers Wholegrain Crackers come in 250g packets and are available now from supermarkets.
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Puppy love, or something like it Ady & Flo
It’s a big, wide world out there, as I’m finding out in my first few weeks on this planet. There are so many things to learn and remember. Like: Sit, come, stay, no, no, and no. I like the sound of “good Flo” though. Especially when I visit outside to that special corner of the lawn and get told “Good Flo.” I know, I am always very pleased with it! I guess that when I go outside for visits to the corner of the lawn, it could be called “good indoor-outdoor flo.” Meanwhile the training has been ‘consistent and persistent’, as my favourite teacher, Wendy
Graydon the Dog Trainer puts it. She and the boss are happily ‘agreeing to disagree’ over Wendy’s assertion that “dogs don’t love their people.” She reckons dogs merely regard people as a part of the pack and it’s important for the dog to understand they are subservient to the dominant members of that pack – the people. The minute dogs think they are dominant, such as sleeping in the same bed or going through the doorway first, then there’s going to be disciplinary troubles. Take note, Ady! Oooh, that’s a lot of everyone to take in, especially the boss. He’s always known it, but actually walking the talk is another thing. Besides, who can resist my innocence and cuteness? As for the dog love theory, the boss and I will keep that to ourselves. Let’s just call it, Puppy Love. Crikey, Donny Osmond will be turning in his grave, and he’s not even dead yet. My Ziwipeak diet is keeping me in top condition, according to Wendy. Just have to get through the health check with Joerg from Mount Mobile Vets this week and that will mean I’m able to be a bit more sociable with all my shots up to date. And I don’t mean
up the date, as he tends to do with that thermometer. In other news, I’ve reached a Memorandum of Understanding with Chadwick. If by chance we meet through the fence, the cat has agreed to walk away and I’ve agreed to find out how to spell memorandum. Other than that, there’s not much understanding. I guess that relationship will stay that way, while he is 12 kg and I am 7. Things may change in a few months when I am 30kg and running at 35km/h with no brakes. Meanwhile, Ady has been keen to test drive all my new puppy toys, and is particularly taken with the quacking duck and Mr Chicken, rated the world’s most annoying toy. That claim is backed up by most of downtown Tauranga. My chews have mysteriously disappeared however. Now I wonder where they could be. Apparently I am not allowed her bone, or to get to close to her food bowl. Well just wait a few months. Ady reckons it’s great having a little Flo around, although the pup teeth are a little sharp on her stubby excuse for a tail though, but we are going to have some fun times together.
My first session with The Dog Trainer, Wendy Graydon. Try telling her dogs love their owners!
Take it easy this weekend and go the ABs. Ady, the boss and I will be glued to the wide screen, and we will leave the sorry excuse for a big screen on The Strand to others. Cheers all and have fun. From Ady and Flo Training by Wendy Graydon, The Dog Trainer. 0210 700 111 Repairs and Maintenance: The Mobile Vet 0800 VETCALL Sustenance: Ziwipeak. We do all our own stunts.
Western Bay of Plenty council investigates Te Puke parking options Te Puke business owners are to be given the opportunity to see if parking changes on the way for Katikati will also suit their town. The intention is to see if business owners want a change to the on-site parking rule. “It’s more to look at whether to develop public car parking and move away from on-site parking,
which doesn’t always work,” says Western BOP District Council planner Andries Cloete. “It differs from town to town and we don’t know whether it’s an issue in Te Puke. “That will be part of this study to look at whether it’s an issue in Te Puke.” Change will require an amendment to the
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District Plan. A meeting to discuss the study at Te Puke this week was attended by five people, including Mark from Focus Te Puke, a few business owners and a councillor. “It was more about just to discuss with them how parking might work in Katikati in future and to see whether they want council to investi-
gate similar options for Te Puke,” says Andries. “There’s no outcome or anything like that. It was mainly to share information. “They were all quite keen that we look at it for Te Puke.” A project next February or March will provide options to be advertised and discussed. By Andrew Campbell
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A helping hand for breast cancer When times get tough, there is nothing more important than a pair of helping hands and no one understands this more than Tauranga Breast Cancer Support Service. Helping Hands is an initiative established to take money raised within the Bay of Plenty community and put it back into assisting women who have been affected by breast cancer and their families. “For a woman diagnosed with breast cancer, it is designed to offer a bit of extra help and support when and where they need it most,” says Julie Blake from Breast Cancer Support Service. “Women with a primary breast cancer can access this service during the 12 months following diagnosis as a one-off service. “And women who have secondary breast cancer can use Helping Hands once every six months.” Women are either referred by a health care professional, by one of the service’s support staff or by themselves directly. “We discuss some of the options with the woman after she has been referred and find out what sort of thing would give her a bit of a lift, make a difference to her,” says Julie. “This is not designed to replace any other service – just there as an extra to give them a hand.” Women are not limited in what they can choose. For example, they can get assistance in property care, home mainte-
nance or have a pampering treatment. Breast Cancer Support Service then arrange local businesses to aid and uses the funds raised to assist with the costs. “It is a complimentary service for those going through a difficult time. “Ladies can even suggest something that will give them a lift and we will see what we can do.” Gina Davies, 41, was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer and had to undergo a full mastectomy as well as chemotherapy.
Gina Davies’ life has been dramatically affected by Helping Hands. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
Best form of medicine Exercise is often the best form of medicine and for those who have experienced Breast Cancer, exercise can dramatically impact on their lives.
YWCA Encore is offering an eight week programme designed specifically for women who have had breast cancer surgery at any time in their lives. The programme is a safe, fun and therapeutic course, conducted by women for women. The upcoming programme is funded by Breast Cancer Support Service Tauranga Trust. Coordinator Kath Vickers says the course incorporates gentle exercise, relaxation techniques, information and support and also a hydrotherapy component. “It helps the women become more flexible, mobile and enables them to strengthen, tone arms, shoulders and chest. It also improves mobility and general fitness level as well.
“Women have a boost in self esteem and self image. Many find they gain a positive attitude to life and health.” Research is showing that exercise can greater reduce the chance of getting breast cancer again says Kath. The programme begins on October 25 at Althorp Lifestyle Village in Pyes Pa.
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Her Gate Pa home had a fireplace, but it was too dangerous to use. “I was getting quite ill and needed to get my house insulated and a heat pump put in to make it through the winter.” Gina was given assistance with Helping Hands as well as family members, to help pay for the heat pump and
install it in her home. “Their contribution was greatly appreciated. I love it and I haven’t had any colds and it helped greatly getting through my chemotherapy. “As an asthmatic as well, I don’t know if I would have got through the chemo without it.” By Laura Weaser
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David Fellows is fundraising for a trip to Nepal next year, in which he will spend 10 days raising awareness of leprosy as a youth advocate for the Leprosy Mission New Zealand. The 17-year-old is looking for sponsorship to run the 13km Trail Run at TECT All Terrain Park on Sunday, October 23. David says he wants to get into medicine at University and this trip will help him understand one of the more uncommon diseases. “I just want to help those who are less fortunate and raise awareness of the disease. I think it is something that not many modern people know about.” With 200 people competing, David would like to place, but is just hoping to run well and support a good cause. To sponsor David visit www.fundraiseonline.co.nz/ davidfellows
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Building antioxidant defences One of my favourite cricketers is the Indian batsman Rahul Dravid. His nickname is ‘The Wall’. His defence is so good he seems to be impenetrable, even to world class bowling. Our bodies likewise have a potential defence wall. The most important parts are our antioxidant and immune systems. When antioxidant systems fail, free radicals damage cell components, affecting cell function and is the first cause of most chronic disease. Pick any disease you like and you will see antioxidant system failures. CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) is characterised by high levels of nitrogen radicals which interfere with our body’s ability to create energy. Coronary Artery Disease starts with free radicals damaging trapped cholesterol particles, setting of an inflammatory process that result in plaques forming. Osteoarthritis is essentially caused by free radicals damaging cartilage cells. Our antioxidant defence systems are complex. There are two main types; those we make ourselves and those we get directly from food or supplements. The first line of defence are three enzymes we make ourselves. Excess free radicals are dismantled by these enzymes, but here is the most important nutritional fact: These enzymes are constructed from trace minerals we should get from diet or supplements. Those of greatest importance are selenium, zinc, copper, manganese and iron, but others play a role. Obtaining sufficient of these from diet is very difficult and
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Finding forgiveness is a strength spotlight is on us, we can also share with others the generosity of spirit that exists here in our beautiful Bay of Plenty. How can we support each other even more positively so we reinforce the strength and generosity that is being exhibited in this time of adversity? If you would like to find out more about coaching, phone Mary Parker for a complimentary session 07 577 1200, email info@coachingtheattitude.co.nz or visit www.coachingtheattitude.co.nz
Forgiving is love’s toughest work and love’s biggest risk. If you twist it into something it was never meant to be, it can make you a doormat or an insufferable manipulator. Forgiving seems almost unnatural. Our sense of fairness tells us people should pay for the wrong they do. But forgiving is love’s power to break nature’s rule. Lewis B. Smedes At this time when we are hurting, when we are feeling upset, frustrated and sad at what is happening to our beautiful coastline, this word is probably the last one we want to reflect on. It does seem fair that those who have done this should pay and materially there does need to be restitution. To extend forgiveness, however, to those who have caused this harm is the strength of a great community. Focusing on sharing and supporting each other is a sign of generous hearts, as people reach out to share their time and energy in the clean up. Showing forgiveness is a difficult step, but one that will bring great unity to our community. And as the world
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Educational karate lessons Exposure to karate is more than just for fitness and self-defence, the dynamic martial art also provides an educational benefit. Sensei Rangi from the Bay of Plenty Karate Association says with a number of activities, karate has become more educational – an extension of what was taught in the past. “You can do karate for self improvement, looking to help you in other areas in your life, for example school work for children and courses for adults. “It improves your mental ability, focus and discipline.” Through Rangi, pupils can gain an internationally recognised university diploma. The university diplomas are from World Shotokan Karate University – one is sports management and the other is sports education coaching. “Any of our members can do the diplomas when they have reached a qualifying period in their training and I am authorised to register each member,” says Rangi. Rangi says the diplomas course is sponsored by WSKF (World Shotokan Karate Federation), meaning the fees are very low in comparison to other diplomas at university. BOP Karate is also fully supported by Karate New Zealand, the Karate National body recognised by Port and Recreation New Zealand. Rangi has recently returned from training in Japan
Karate teaches pupils more than just how to fight, but also forms of self improvement. with other association members where he is authorised to grade Black Belts grades in more than 91 countries. Rangi also holds International Judge and referee qualifications. BOP Karate Association offers classes for children from six years old and over and are running a free Karate Seminar on Tuesday, October 25 from 6-8pm.
Learn to sail for summer The Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club has joined forces with the Bay of Plenty Sailing Academy Trust to run junior ‘Learn to Sail’ courses. The term four courses commence on Tuesday, October 25 with a second course commencing on Thursday, October 27. Both courses run from 4pm to 6.30pm at the Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club, 90 Keith Allen Drive, Sulphur Point. BoPSAT has recently received a grant from TECT for six beginner windsurfing boards to allow them to start ‘Learn to Windsurf ’ courses around mid to end of November. If you are between eight and 18 years old and want to give sailing a go, phone Roy 07 541 2341 or for more information visit www.BoPSAT.com
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Twenty 20 vision: Twilight cricket in focus Tauranga cricket lovers can soon join in the Last Man Stands fun competitive 20:20 league for the summer season. Based on the highly popular Twenty 20 (T20) cricket format, the Last Man Stands league started in England in 2007 and has rapidly spread to the cricket-loving countries of Australia, South Africa, Zimbabwe and Dubai. Leagues have since been set up in Auckland, Wellington and now Tauranga for those cricket enthusiasts who want to be part of a reasonably competitive social team. After four years umpiring the game
– three years in Wellington before a stint in London from April to September – Jamie Hoare has returned to his old home town of Tauranga to setup the competition. His friend Sam Creasy will umpire games. Jamie is certain the game has a great future in the Bay of Plenty with the interest he has already had for corporate and cricket club teams. He says Last Man Stand’s version of competitive social cricket will appeal to cricket lovers who would like to reclaim the weekend, but still love to be involved in some form of the game.
The competition is at Blake Park on Wednesdays from 6-8pm, where teams of eight battle to win under the eye of trained umpires. The umpires keep score and record each player’s statistics which are loaded onto the league website, where more than 20,000 players worldwide are ranked. Last Man Stands is T20 cricket with a difference. It incorporates a series of new rules to make the game more exciting and inclusive for all – including Last Man Stands rule of which the final batsmen bats alone.
Last Man Stands T20 cricket Tauranga umpire Sam Creasy and organiser Jamie Hoare prepare for the new Blake Park competition. Photo by Tracy Hardy.
Netball summer camp seeks players For the last 10 years, Netball Bay of Plenty has been holding camps during the summer period for young and enthusiastic netballers wanting to increase their skills in the game, have fun with other like-minded sportspeople and gain exposure to life as an elite athlete in netball. In 2012 there are three netball summer camps planned to be held at Mount Maunganui from January 16 to 27. “Each camp is three days and two nights in duration aimed at players from Years 8 to 13,” says camp coordinator Arahi Wall.
“We structure the camps based on the players’ ages and abilities so that they feel comfortable mixing with their own peers. “Throughout their time at the camps, the participants will take part in a number of activities including skills development and court work, fitness activities, individual and team competitions and exposure to some of the Bay of Plenty’s top coaching staff and players.” Arahi says participants are treated like representative players. “They are given insights into the importance of hydration, rest and recovery after strenuous exercise and maintaining a balanced diet to fuel high levels of performance.” The Netball Bay of Plenty summer
camp courses are residential and are limited to 30 players per group. Registrations are open now for the January camps in 2012, to register phone Arahi 07 571 0886. For more information please contact the Netball Bay of Plenty office, phone 07 571 0886.
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Boosting Bay child safety the Well Child event, Tauranga Plunket held a competition giving away a booster seat donated by Britax Childcare. As part of an ongoing safety campaign next month, restraints will be checked in child care centre vans used to transport children and offer information to staff and parents. Lynette says most parents think they are doing the right thing by buckling children in seatbelts or booster seats, but random car checks in Tauranga in March showed 75 per cent of restraints were fitted incorrectly. Common faults include not attaching tether straps or bolts, loose or twisted straps and seats unsuitable for the child’s age or in the wrong position in the vehicle. Her concern was echoed by Plunket’s car seat rental manager for Tauranga Bay of Plenty-Lakes Sandy Waugh, who says the lack of understanding shows a need for clearer laws. Sandy says New Zealand’s laws lag behind Australia, UK and Canada and need to be tightened up. By Hamish Carter
A lack of awareness about child car restraint requirements has been highlighted at a Tauranga child health promotion event. Bay of Plenty’s joint road safety coordinator Lynette Hines says the recent Well Child Health Day showed many parents were unaware of how long they should keep their children in booster seats. By law, children aged 5-7 must be seated in booster seats for maximum
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Kidding around for calf day Groomed goats and coiffured calves are invited to Pyes Pa School’s annual gala next weekend.
“We even get a lot of people coming out from the city to enjoy the rural tradition.” For the Nunns family of Pyes Pa, calf club day is always a high point – with the children always trying their hardest to win. “We’ve always done it since our eldest turned five,” says Sue Nunns. “They absolutely love caring for them and training them up.” This year the family is pinning hopes on Buggles the goat and Lightning the lamb. Money raised at the gala day goes towards school computers.
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People urged not to be fooled Tauranga residents are being asked to be on their guard when answering the door to strangers as a number of burglaries have been committed in the area. Tauranga South Senior Constable Leanne Fairbairn says they have had a few burglaries during the last month where the same offender has managed to ‘talk’ his way into the victims’ properties through very persuasive means. She says these burglaries have occurred mainly in the Welcome Bay area. “In one of them, he went to the address saying that he had recently moved into the neighbourhood and his water had been turned off, he asked for a glass of water. “While the house occupier was away getting this for him,
he has entered the house, gone to the master bedroom and stolen a wallet.” She says on another occasion, the same offender has pretended to be upset about something and the house occupier has gone away to get him a tissue and a glass of water. “Again, while the occupier was away the offender has gone inside and stolen a wallet. “In both cases the victims are very able-minded people, but this young man managed to gain their trust rather quickly.” The offender is described as a male Maori, approximately 17 years old and about 5ft 6. Leanne says he’s also described as well presented, slim build and was last seen wearing a white cap, white sneakers and had a wispy moustache.
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Haven opens, work continues Tauranga’s newest wildlife sanctuary has officially opened in Pyes Pa, but volunteers behind the project are far from finished.
Sanctuary Park coordinator Jim Pringle takes a guided walk at Pyes Pa’s new wildlife sanctuary.
Sanctuary Park coordinator Jim Pringle says he had a great sense of “joy and relief ” that the first stage in the park’s development was completed, but he says there is about another 10 years work to do. The 4.5 hectare Joyce Road park project, which has been driven by the LifeZone Church, has been officially opened up to the public with boardwalks and walkways round the restored wetland.
Along with future work planned onsite – including barbecue areas, static information displays and completing boardwalks – the project will eventually include an adjoining passive sports field and community facilities. “For Tauranga residents to be able to be involved in such a project for future generations is surely worthwhile and exciting,” says Jim.
Roses are red, volunteers are new Greerton Village staff are calling for people to volunteer their time to help raise money for the Red Cross. The Red Cross rose day appeal is on October 20 and people are being asked to take to the streets. Fresh long stem red roses will be sold on the streets
throughout the region for a gold coin donation. Most cities are running their day on Friday, October 20, although there are several area variations. Volunteers are also required to help with preparing the roses the day before selling begins. If you are interested in helping out on either day please contact your local Red Cross office on 0800 REDCROSS.
Symphonia motivates future musicians Bay of Plenty Symphonia is developing its Music in Schools Programme with a new initiative – Kids’ Concert. This is a new programme designed to give back to the community via pupils in the age bracket of Year 6 and Intermediate students. For this new project, the Symphonia is using the collective talents of their musicians, conductor Chris Schnack and MC Ewen McLeod to enthuse, inspire and motivate the up-and-coming generation by providing them with a live orchestral experience. Schools were notified last term and the musicians are looking forward to playing to two packed houses of enthusiastic and attentive youngsters. The Symphonia is so excited to be launching this
project and envisages that some of the benefical outcomes will be to inspire non-playing children to pick up an instrument, encourage students who already play to aspire to play in the orchestra when they reach the required level of skill and create more active interest and interaction in the music classrooms, benefitting not only the students, but also their teachers. As a testament to their commitment to this project, a number of musicians are volunteering their time in order to present this musical opportunity to the children of the Bay of Plenty community. There is no adult ticket sales as the performances are not open to the public. Adults attending will be accompanying the students. The Kids’ Concert is on November 25. Tickets are available from Baycourt for $5.
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The area has been returned to its original state as a native bird sanctuary and whitebait breeding ground by removing a culvert in the Waiorahi Stream. Jim is keen to hear from anyone wanting to volunteer to assist with future working bees, email Jim.p@clear.net.nz By Hamish Carter
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A persuasive website is key In previous issues, we identified the two key success factors for a website being the number of visitors and thereafter, the percentage of visitors who ‘convert’ or take the desired action once there. This led us on to the two ‘Ps’ of website success; being ‘Promotion’ and ‘Persuasion’. Our advice is to make your website as persuasive as possible in order to get your conversion rate up, before you start spending heavily on promoting it. So where do you start in terms of making your website persuasive? The first thing is to have a key objective in mind and to communicate this clearly to your target audience through clear directions and a clear layout. Identifying your key objective doesn’t have to be difficult, yet when you ask most people what the objective is for their website, they don’t have a succinct answer or they simply haven’t thought about it. Needless to say this aimlessness is then reflected in their website layout, with a labyrinth of links and no
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Between the slow and devastating Psa outbreak and the potential devastating effects of Rena, things are starting to look somewhat concerning for local businesses. Add to this is the potential of a ‘double dip’ recession and this mixed cocktail of disasters can, and probably will, have an impact on our awesome region. Whilst this is a negative view and for the most part I am a very positive person, the reality is that we all need to be prepared to help out. Be it volunteering to scrape the black ordure from our beautiful beaches, through to ensuring local business owners are supported. So why should we help out local business owners? In a nutshell, without local businesses the wheels will quickly fall off our local economy. People will become unemployed and spending will slow down even more. This will place even more pressure on other local businesses and the vicious cycle starts. There are many businesses that have done well to survive the last three years of economic mayhem, but this could be the tipping point for some.
How can you help local businesses? Make sure you buy local. We are continually being stripped from offshore companies and out of town
companies where the profits are not spent in our great region. Make sure that you are supporting local service providers as well.
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If you are being affected by the disasters playing out, make sure you seek our advice before you simply stop paying your insurance premiums. There are options available which may help you maintain some, if not all of your precious insurance while the economic disaster pans out. Despite all those negatives, I believe we will ride the storm and the mighty Bay will come out fighting again. As the famous saying goes; ‘what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger’. On that note; go the All Blacks. Philip Holland is the managing director for the Financial Independence group, Tauranga’s leading specialist insurance and mortgage advisers. A Disclosure Statement is available free of charge on request. The opinions stated in this article are those of the writer and should not be taken as specific advice.
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Subdivision changes worry owners By Brent Trail, Managing Director, Surveying Services Ltd
If you own rural land and subdivision is on your radar, you might like to pay attention to what is happening around you right now as many councils are currently reviewing their subdivision rules.
Whether your purpose is to retire on your land with a separate title, sell some land to keep the bank happy or subdivide into lifestyle blocks where farming is uneconomical, it is set to become much harder. Currently we are waiting for a decision from Waikato District Council on their proposal to reduce the number of lifestyle blocks around Hamilton, but the door is still ajar to those who have not seen this coming. Although announcing a proposed change earlier, Hauraki last week started a public hearing process that will see decisions out within the next few months. Hauraki’s changes are more severe for those on the Plains, where council propose to stop lifestyle blocks
altogether and introduce a 40 hectare minimum lot size. I believe that this is a radical jump from the existing six hectare minimum on good productive land and will make diversification difficult and more expensive, requiring more rigorous resource consent applications. Ironically, in the Environment Court, Western Bay District Council was recently forced to reduce their minimum size for productive blocks down to six hectares. In the Bay, lifestyle blocks are also allowed where you protect environmental features such as wetland, stream banks and bush. Waipa District has been planning the response to increased pressure from regional councils to reduce rural subdivision for some time now and lot sizes are expected to be increased from the current 25 hectare minimum. Also, perhaps the rule allowing long-term residents to subdivide a lifestyle block will disappear. With Matamata-Piako and Thames-Coromandel Districts now embarking on their own changes, landowners there are now nervous their plans will also be foiled unless they move in a hurry. We are starting to field more calls from people in these areas now as councils communicate their intentions. It’s keeping us busy at a stage in the economic cycle that it would normally be quiet for us. Even though people are objecting to the often severe changes, they are not naive enough to think there won’t be significant change – so they are asking us to gain approvals now. There is little time left to apply for subdivision under the old rules in some districts.
Surveying Services managing director Brent Trail specialises in resource consent applications for subdivisions across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.
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Media mischief blocks Rena names
Picture of the Week: 15-year-old photographer Daniel Hines submitted this photo of the beach cleanup to BBC News. Email your photos to... newsroom@thesun.co.nz Blog of the Week: sport blogger Sideline Sid gives his preview of the All Blacks and the Rugby World Cup final. Read it at www.sunlive.co.nz Comment of the Week: By user SuzyQ about the oiled beach clean-up: “Small issue in the big scheme of things I know, but when watching the news footage last night of the rubberneckers at Mount Maunganui and Papamoa beaches, I couldn’t help being concerned about what appeared to be people standing on the dunes. Hopefully these people are being careful that they are not damaging the vegetation planted in recent years to assist stabilisation of the dunes and support fauna living in this fragile ecosystem.”
Media attempting to lift the name suppression of the men charged over the Rena’s grounding failed on Wednesday, after the captain’s lawyer used the local daily newspaper’s editorials against them. Lawyer Keith Catran, representing several media companies, argued the interim name suppression orders on the Rena’s master and first officer be lifted. He said the name suppression should lapse because the captain’s name has been published
overseas and can be readily obtained through a simple internet search.
Police seek crash witnesses
Police are seeking a van driver who stopped on Takitimu Drive’s Waihi Road off-ramp to talk to the elderly woman who was driving along it the wrong way on Monday. Seventy three year old Aileen Klempl was driving against the one-way direction of traffic. She collided with a logging truck, which saw her receive critical injuries she later died from. Police Senior Constable Chris Hills says the driver of a white over green van stopped and spoke with Aileen halfway down the offramp before continuing along toward 11th Avenue. Police stress these people are sought only in an effort to gain a clearer picture into the cause of the crash. People with information about these witnesses can contact Acting Senior Sergeant Mark Holmes or Senior Constable Mark Duytshoff (Detective) by phoning 07 578 3460.
Elvis appearance stirs oil protest Elvis Teddy’s departure from the Tauranga District Court building was accompanied by a media scrum, supporters from his whanau and Greenpeace protestors. The skipper of the fishing vessel San Pietro was arrested in April and charged under the
blamed the captain and critisiced the earlier court decision on name suppression. He says the daily paper’s overall stance was inflammatory and might incite actions against his client. The judge reaffirmed the interim name suppression orders, saying while public interest is a factor, so is the safety of people subject to the court’s jurisdiction. The two men are remanded on bail to reappear in the Tauranga District Court on November 2.
The captain’s lawyer Paul Mabey QC referred to printed media statements, which
Maritime Transport Act with operating a vessel in an unsafe manner. Police boarded his vessel on April 23 during a protest against survey operations in the Raukumara basin conducted by the Brazilian Company Petrobras’ vessel Orient Explorer. Dayle Takitimu informed the gathering of about 100 people of the result of the hearing and went on the comment on the irony of the situation where Elvis is in court for trying to prevent a Rena style situation where oil spills wash onto Bay of Plenty shorelines. Escorted by police, the supporters waved banners and chanted slogans from the courthouse, down the hill to The Strand.
the minimum KiwiSaver contribution for individuals to three per cent from two per cent – which will also be the default rate for new members and increasing the employer contribution rate to 3 per cent from 2 per cent, from April 1, 2013. Goldridge Wealth Management’s Josh Hoskin says New Zealand’s saving record is poor and needs to improve. Josh says there are a number of ‘ifs’ and ‘buts’ in this policy announcement, with the biggest being if the Government is back in surplus by 2014.
Compulsory saving backed
The 45 foot launch that ran aground on Motiti Island early on October 9 has been declared a total loss. The launch ran onto rocks at approximately midnight Saturday and Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard was called to remove six people from the boat. Excalibur ran aground on the weekend following the Rena grounding on October 5, but before the Motiti Island area was declared an exclusion zone on Monday, October 12. Co owner Terry Forlong says they had a boat ready to go out the following afternoon but the weather prevented any salvage.
Launch a total loss
A Tauranga financial advisor says the move to make KiwSaver a compulsory scheme is a posi-
tive step for New Zealand. The Government has announced it will proceed with KiwiSaver auto-enrolment in 2014-15 subject to returning to surplus, as part of its programme to build genuine national savings, says Finance Minister Bill English. The programme will involve increasing
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Contingency plans for events such as Rena What can one say about the Rena tragedy? What contingency plans were in place for such an event, if any? It seems that, a helicopter taken from its agricultural activities, spraying a hypothetical two 45 gallon drums of previously forgotten about old Palmolive dish washing liquid onto the sea water to try and disperse the oil slick, was all that the authorities could come up with as a slow initial response. Did the port authorities ever discuss that a boom should be kept for an emergency, or was expense a reason for not having one, contingency means – for an unexpected emergency, and by God’s grace will never have to use it. We should be grateful it was not a cruise ship that ran aground as we could have seen hundreds of small sea craft re-enacting the World War II evacuation from Dunkirk. Why isn’t there a navigation radar beam,
from say the Mount, which means do not go to the left of this line when coming into port. Haven’t the authorities learnt anything from the history of the Titanic? Even Television Three got it wrong when they sent a boat out in heavy seas to report on the event and the reporter, on an open deck, did not have a life jacket on. (abridged) Dave Wilson, Mount Maunganui.
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Last Friday morning at 8.30am I noticed two traffic police officers outside the main entry to Mount College. Remember this is the school holidays and Maunganui Road apart from passing traffic was completely clear of any parked vehicles from Dee Street to Hewletts Road roundabout, a distance of 1.4km. The traffic officers’ vehicles could easily have been parked on Maunganui road but not so, they were parked back out of sight on the College driveway entry (illegally). The sting involved two officers, two vehicles, one hand-held laser speed camera zapping traffic from the Mount to Bayfair. To add insult to injury, the officer stopping the traffic strolled out to the middle of the road to flag ‘victims’ down not withstanding the line of traffic behind, causing a poten-
tially dangerous situation. That seems to be par for the course these days. Current speed limit is 50 kph and was 70 kph until changed a couple of years ago by a TCC by-law which will not, it seems, stand the reasonableness test. Traffic was moderate, no danger so why were these two officers deployed? Let me tell you why – it was a revenue collecting exercise, there is no other explanation. Anyone given an Infringement Notice (who was travelling under 70 kph) should defend it in court. Oh, before I forget, 800m away at the Mount/Papamoa beaches, NZ’s worst environmental disaster was unfolding‌ shouldn’t these police officers have been at this location, assisting with beach control etc, rather than revenue collecting to meet budget? MS Senior, Mt Maunganui.
Another increase ‘kick in the guts’ Well, once again we are getting another kick in the guts, from this National Government. This time hitting us with a huge increase in our EQ insurance, like our local government I am sure that, they think Superannuates, low income earners, and people on benefits have a bottomless pit of money. Huge rate increase, by local government, ACC increase, Registration increase, GST increase, from central government, and now this added tax. Sadly for us our politicians, do not have the same budget as we the above, so for them hardship is not in their vocabulary and they do not have the misfortune to live on a limited amount of money as we are forced to.
The politicians‌ don’t have a clue as to how we have to constantly budget, and be careful as to what we spend, from day to day. God to be a politician, what a luxury, no money worries for them, stick it to the poor taxpayer, when they need money again. To think they have used millions of dollars to bail out finance companies, Our new Zealand Airlines. To name a few where will it ever end? Maybe when they have bankrupted the taxpayer perhaps. Think before you vote because we are on the way to being another banana republic, the way we are heading. God Bless the workers, for their taxes. Amen Ivan Boyle, Greerton.
A major gain from the issue of mangrove spread has been recognition and acknowledgement that the causative factors, siltation and enrichment, are making due to our land use practices. If we are to preserve our shallow, extensive harbour and its vistas, we need to ensure that only clean water enters it. Removal of mangroves is only toying with the problem. Forest & Bird spokespersons for many years past, have pointed out the positive contribution – dismissed by Mr Rimmer (Weekend Sun Oct 14) but widely recognised – that this indigenous plant, makes to the harbour and the wider environment. We have also drawn attention to the negative affects on harbour health (first raised by scientists) that is likely to follow from the large scale removal of mangroves. The mulched tops may have
been removed but the half metre or so of dense root material will take years to decay in the anaerobic, saline conditions thus releasing further enrichment and toxicity into harbour waters. BOP Regional Council has disregarded the science and has undertaken the removal of some large areas of mature mangroves – placating those who demand that their water view must be given priority. Scientists are part way through a sixyear “Forst� funded investigation into the mangrove spread issue. We await its findings with interest – as should those who have pressed ahead with large scale mangrove removal. I would point out to Mr Rimmer that “popularity� is as likely to indicate thoughtlessness or foolishness of decisions, as “rightness�. Eddie Orsulich, Otumoetai.
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Why did it take approximately 20 hours for the Government to hear of the Rena disaster? Then another four days to react? Who waits to see fire before investigating smoke? In my opinion, the first thing that should have been done was to put booms right around Rena to make sure no oil would escape if at all possible while the people on board tried to make sure that the fuel was secure. They should have had two boats anchored that the booms were tied to so that they wouldn’t drift, and we could have possibly had less oil coming onto shore, and less wildlife affected! This disaster was definitely avoidable, and I feel very sorry for those in the
fishing and the tourism industry as they will be the hardest hit. Thank-you to the NZ Army for coming to our rescue after spending months in Christchurch, and thanks to all the experts. I just wish there was some way I could help, but as they said on One News on Thursday night, this will be with us for months, not just weeks. Hopefully our city council will find a way to get whoever is responsible for this to cover more than 80% of the total cost! Is there going to be any fundraising to help cover costs for the time being? I would like to see something like this so that wildlife who are the most innocent in this tragedy get the help that they need to recover to go back into the wild. Sallee Roberts, Tauranga.
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Action on the Rena What a disaster, what a tragedy, it’s sad, it’s horrible and it appears that everyone that is asked or has a microphone shoved in their face is an expert or is intent on condemning any perceived lack of action. I have been involved with several salvage operations, though none as big as this incident, the first thing people have to take on board (no pun intended) is that there is NO magic wand, there are several factors to be taken into account, primarily safety is paramount, then the operation teams swing into action, and is “orchestrated” to achieve the best possible outcome.
Sometimes there will be casualties, such as more oil spills, containers breaking loose and so on, it will not be the end of the world, it will get better, so let’s look at the positives. People have banded together in a common cause, a rarity in our selfish society. My plan would be to sink the stern of the ship (after it was cleaned) create another reef for the fish. Cement the bow to Astrolabe put a flashing light on it so no one else would hit it and give the captain and second officer of the Rena the job of lighthouse keepers. D Richards, Bethlehem.
Good practice for armed forces Like thousands of other people I have been giving a lot of thought to the wrecking of the “Rena” and all the filthy oil that has been drifting ashore. I wonder why our defence forces have not as yet been mobilised. This is an invasion of our territory just as surely as if an enemy was here doing the job. We have a Navy, an Army, and an Airforce. I realise that a small part of the Army is working along the foreshore right now, clearing up the oil that has washed ashore. I have no idea how many are involved but any pictures published do not show a great number. Surely there must be many more who could be sent to help with this most important work. The Air Force has helicopters and fixed wing aircraft which could be on the job during daylight hours keeping track of floating containers and notifying their position to the Navy. The Navy could be charged with, either getting the wandering containers towed to a suitable base from where they can be lifted from the water, or if this proves to be impossible, then the Navy should be ordered to sink, by gun fire - if necessary, any such dangerous containers. Surely excellent practice for their gunnery people. They could imagine that they are firing at an enemy submarine
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which is just submerging (or surfacing). The whole sorry business could legitimately be called “an exercise”. Not the usual “play acting”, but doing something worthwhile in a real emergency, the like of which we have never experienced before. It would only take one, wandering, semi-submerged, container to tear a hole in say, a visiting cruise liner, so let us get rid of every one of them now, before we have another tragedy on our hands. A thought for the future - every such overseas container vessel should be required to carry a New Zealand pilot while travelling around our coast. The cost of this to be borne by the shipping company concerned, - not by New Zealand! S.J. Harvey, Tauranga. Editor’s note: NZ armed forces are heavily involved in the Rena crisis, including four naval ships and Sea Sprite helicopter; and Air Force Iroquois. There are 255 personnel still working directly on the job. These are from all three services -- about 200 from army doing beach cleanup;35 from navy patrolling exclusion zone; 20 from airforce with helicopter support. Full coverage of the disaster including the armed forces extensive deployments is viewable on www.sunlive.co.nz
Like most of us armchair All Blacks, Sunday night was a nail biter. There was more blood than a butcher shops floor spilt by the boys in black and come half time the countries power grid almost collapsed from a million kettles being anxiously boiled at once. Hearts palpitated, gods were internally emailed and every time Peri went to kick his koro was swamped with karakia. Where was Michael Jacksons’ doctor when you needed him this armchair All Black asked? Knees up to corker Corey who jumped higher than a Harlem globetrotter and 14 times number 14 kept the ball closer than a mother with a new born baby. Then just like jersey number 14 the rugby ball and the country were in safe hands and Matilda was waltzed back across the Tasman. And the long white cloud who had held its breath for 24 years gave a huge sigh of relief. And the crowd sang: Ma Ma Nonu – have you one more try Oui Oui No Nu make the Froggies cry One for the oil slick and one for Christchurch’s pain And one for the Cave Creek boys Who live down memory lane Ma Ma a Nonu - have you one more win Yes sir yes sir make the nation grin One for the country, one for its pain And one for your AB Bros Especially Corey Jane Kia kaha Broblacks.
Tommy Kapai, Te Puna.
Bowel cancer is New Zealand’s second biggest cancer killer. An Auckland DHB is commencing a screening programme as it can be treated successfully if detected early. However, early detection requires a colonoscopy examination. At Tauranga hospital the waiting time for that is 4 to 6 months during which time the patient is left wondering about their health. The Government can spend many millions on the rugby world cup and give $30 million to a yachting venture but cannot provide even a reasonable level of medical services. A fan zone for Aucklanders and speedier transport to Eden Park or a colonoscopy for bowel cancer diagnosis. I know which I would prefer. Steve Brown, Otumoetai.
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Friday 21 October
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feast for all ages & abilities to suit dancers & spectators alike. Workshops, dance parties, street/beach displays. Oct 21 - 23. All welcome. www.baysalsa.co.nz or 021 045 4235 Rachel Denny Point of Entry Exhibiting at Creative Tauranga, 112 Willow St, Tauranga until 7 Nov.
Saturday 22 October
70’s Disco Oct 29 at Bureta Park, Red-
wood Room 7pm. Dig out your old 70’s clothes & dance to the songs you know. Prizes, raffles. Tickets $10 - tickets are limited. Debbie 570 0152 or 021 665 421 Agriculture Day Tauriko School, SH 29, Tauriko Oct 29. Animal judging from 9.30am & loads more fun starts 10am with raffles, body zorbs, horizontal bungy, BBQ, giant wave slide, horse rides, paint ball & more. Art in the Park Coronation Park, Mt Maunganui 7.30am – 5pm. Tauranga Society of Artists offer for sale a variety of art to suit all tastes. Sunday if wet. Art Waikino Oct 22 – 24 at Victoria Hall, SH 2 Waikino 10am – 4pm. Paintings, craft, photography, mosaics. All art work for sale. Gold coin entry. Balmoral’s Marching Team Ladies interested in joining this new team aged 20-50yrs welcome. Experience preferred but not necessary. Anita 571 4096 Busking Festival - Labour Weekend Free family fun & entertainment Downtown the Mount Oct 22 11am - 12.30pm for Junior, & Oct 23 11am - 1.30pm. Open section. 30 performers each day. Vote for your favourite & go in the draw to win a $50 Mainstreet voucher. Great shopping, dining & free entertainment. Come Dancing Tonight Sequence & old time dancing at Greerton Hall 8-11.30pm. Friendly atmosphere, good music & supper. Run by Tauranga Scottish Soc. Allyson 576 9194 Everybody Dance Now Showcase Salsa, hip hop, capoeira, raggaeton, bachata, zouk, rueda & more. Bethlehem College Performing Arts Centre. Doo9rs open 7pm. All welcome. www.baysalsa.co.nz or 021 045 4235 Exhibition - Elliot Mason Debut Until Oct 29 at Harrisons Art Gallery, 106 11th Ave, Tga Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm. Sat 10am 2pm. 578 9322
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Flea Market 130 Ohauiti Rd, Welcome
Bay 7.30am - 12pm. Produce, baking, garage sale items. Something for everyone. Garage Sale St Mary’s Anglican Church 8-11am. Garage Sale Tauranga South Community Patrol, held in Blue House, 1337 Cameron Rd (between Winz & Pet Essentials Building, or opp ASB Bank) 7am start.
Katikati’s Early Days & Rugby Legends
Presented by Katikati Theatre, at Katikati Primary School Hall 2pm & 7.30pm. License Plate Safety Screw Day At Mount Police Station Oct 29. Otumoetai Market Otumoetai Primary School first Sat of every month 9am 12pm. Books, crafts, Rawleighs dealer. Briar 578 3309 Otumoetai Swimming Club Learn to swim 5yrs onwards - register now for Term 4. Fitness, squad, competitive. osc4swim@gmail. com or www.OtumoetaiSwimmingClub. co.nz or ph 985 6311 Quiz Night & Bottle Auction (Opeys Otumoetai Plunket) Nov 12 at Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 7pm. $10 per person (teams of 4 or 6). Sue/Jayne 576 4649 or call into Opeys at Darraghs Rd, Otumoetai. St Pauls Church Annual Spring Fair Oct 29 242 Dickson Rd, Papamoa 8am. Great stalls including white elephant, plants, clothing, books etc. Children’s entertainment. Lots of fun & bargains for the family. Joan 572 3588 Tauranga Farmers Market Tauranga Primary School cnr 5th Ave & Cameron Rd every Sat 7.45am - 12pm. Trixie 552 5278 or www.taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz Tauranga Radio Sailing Club Model yacht sailing every Sat 11am - 4pm & Weds 1.307pm at Lake Taurikura, Scoria Close, The Lakes, Tauriko. Tauranga Society of Artists Annual Exhibition Oct 29 9.30am – 5pm & Oct 30 9.30am – 4pm at Tauranga Contract Bridge Club, 252 Ngatai Rd, Cherrywood. Great variety of art & prices for all tastes. Eftpos available. Plenty of parking beside the building. Gold coin donation entry. Tauranga Woodcrafters Club Every third Sat at club rooms, Yatton St, Greerton 1pm. Visitors & interested people welcome. Geoff 579 3637 Te Puna School Country Fair Oct 29, Te Puna Rd in the heart of Te Puna 9am – 1.30pm. Featuring: BBQ, café, breakfast & our wonderful hangi. Children fun rides & a kids fun zone. Plants, books, jumble
sale. Hall display. Rifle range, coconut shy & more. The Cargo Shed Open every Sat & Sun, Weds & Thurs at 16 Dive Crescent, Tga 10am - 4pm. Visit the Cargo Shed for Tauranga’s most divine art work & handmade crafts. Whakamarama Car Wash At Old Caltex Service Station Oct 22 & Nov 5. $5. Support Te Puna Silla Taekwondo Club, fundraising for Rarotonga Trip.
Sunday 23 October
Bay Blokart Club Friendly club sailing at
Baypark track every Sun & race days on second sun of month. Thurs twilight meeting. Use construction entrance 400m down Truman Lane. All welcome. 027 391 8300 or Peter 0274 721 322 Mount Maunganui Farmers Market Every Sun 9am - 1pm in Phoenix car park, rain or shine. Home grown, home made, organic or spray free - fresh fruit & veges, breads, cheese, oils, plants & more. Downtown the Mount open 7 days. 575 9911 Mt Maunganui College PTA Community Golf Day at Mount Golf Course Nov 6 12pm start. 4 divisions/fun day for good & indifferent golfer. Lots of prizes. Funds raised go towards scholarships to support Mount College students for tertiary study. Nicola 027 351 5549 NZ Country Music Star Awards Labour weekend, Sunday premier finals, Otumoetai College, Windsor Rd 1pm. Door sales. Adults $15, children $5. Palm Beach Plaza Lions Market Today 7.30am - 12.30pm. Stalls must be set up by 7.30am. Great range of goods for sale including fruit & vege, arts & crafts. $10 per car space. 0272 593 120. Next market Nov 13. Papamoa Country Music Club 4th Sun of month, Papamoa Sports & Recreation Centre, Parton Rd 1-4.30pm. Guest artist: Nanette Sutherland. Dress up western gear day. Visitors welcome, $4pp. 542 3200 Petanque Every Sun, Tues & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 1st 3 visits free. Neita 572 3768 Quarryfest Te Puna Quarry Park Nov 6 10am – 4pm. Quality craft & produce stalls. All day entertainment & the big Quarry Garage Sale. Needed: plants, pots, old tools, garden furniture, plants, tubs & troughs, gardening books etc. For donations Elizabeth 578 6569. Radio Controlled Model Yachts Every Sun 1.30pm & Thurs 5.30pm at pond behind
Reviews of DVDs, old and new, as well as other bits and bobs. 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa to race electron class yachts. Graham 572 5419 Singles Mix & Mingle 40+ Coffee afternoon at Zaggers Cafe, Chapel St 2.30pm. Looking for friendship or companionship? Mix & mingle with other like minded singles in a relaxed atmosphere. Gayle 027 439 3267 Tauranga Spiritual Society Oct 30 meeting at Senior Citizens Hall, Norris St. Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm start. Meet the mediums & healers. Door charge members $5, non members $10. All welcome. Tauranga Trail/Run TECT All Terrain Park, SH 36, Tauranga Oct 23 10am. 13km & 26km off-road waling & running event, including a 4km children’s course. Major fundraiser for Tauranga Boy’s College Cross Country Team. For info 578 4029 or email: s.furness@tbc.school.nz The Holistic Community & Spiritual Centre International spiritual author & guest speaker Nuuramu & clairvoyant Crystal Mathews & Kerry Thomson, at Legion of Frontiersmen’s Hall, Elizabeth St 7-9pm. $5pp. Note change of start time due to rugby final. All welcome. Leigh 218 0330 Theosophical Society “Buddhism” presented by Ngaire Wilson at Tauranga Yoga Centre, Elizabeth St West 2pm. Entry by donation to cover expenses. All welcome. June 576 6106
Monday 24 October
After Suicide Support Group Next group starting in Nov & runs for 6 weeks, registration necessary. 578 4480 Badminton Summer Club Every Mon at Bethlehem College Gym 7.90-9.30pm. Racquets available. Sue 543 0035 or 021 194 4335
Bethlehem Bowls
Every Mon at Bethlehem Hall 7.15pm. All ages & players. New players welcome, first 2 nights free. Wendy 578 2585 Body & Soul Fun Fitness For over 50’s, social events & occasional guest speakers Mon & Fri Greerton Hall, Cameron Rd. Tues Wesley Church, 13th Ave. Weds City Church Otumoetai Rd. All classes 9.1510.15am. First class free. Men & women welcome. Dianne 576 5031 Children’s Dance Class Commencing Term 4 - ages 7-12yrs. Latin American, Rock & Roll, Ballroom. Sonia Hodson, Supreme Dance Centre 543 2377 or 027 322 1786. Email: soniahodson@ihug.co.nz City of Tauranga Pipeband Every Mon in Otumoetai Primary School Hall 7pm.
OUT THERE Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Quality learning programme available with both experienced players & learners welcome. Maureen 541 0532 Fitness League Tone & align your body, increase flexibility & stamina. First class free. Mon at Omokoroa Settlers Hall, Omokoroa Rd & Tues at St Johns Anglican Hall, Seddon St, Waihi. Both 9.30am. Dorothy 549 3378 Greerton Amateur Swimming Club Want your children to learn to swim, improve stroke/fitness in time for summer or just have fun? Classes Mon/Weds or Tues/Thurs pm weekly. Free assessment given. Pool entry fee applies. Jean 544 9730 Meditation Free classes. Find the real meaning & purpose of your life. Bring out the peace & joy that exists inside you. Mon 10am & 7.30pm. Oct 29, free mediation seminar by Dr Ramesh Manocha in Auckland at Bruce Mason Centre, cnr Hurstmere Rd & the Promenade 2.30pm. David 576 9764 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, St Mary’s Church Hall, cnr Girven Rd & Marlin St. All 9am - 10.30am. Taken by Heart Foundation phase 3 cardiac instructor. First class free. Jennifer 571 1411 Sequence Dance Class Modern sequence dance tuition & revision every Mon 1-3pm St Johns Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai. $3pp. Gordon 573 4333 Sit and Be Fit Class Seated down class. Focused on balance, stability, aerobic, flexibility & strength. Tues 11.30-12.30pm at Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd. Weds 11am-12pm at Greenwood Park Village, Welcome Bay. 578 9272 St Columba Indoor Bowling Club Club night (Labour Day) 7.30pm, St Columba Hall, 502 Otumoetai Rd. New bowlers welcome. Ron 570 1570 YMCA - ALFS (Active lifestyle for seniors). Smooth Movers class Mon 8.45-9.45am & 10-11am at Matua Community Hall, Levers Rd. Also 9.15-10.15 at Arataki Hall, Zambuk Way (off Grenada St). Tues 9.15-10.15am & 10.30-11.30am at Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd. Weds 9.15-10.15am Welcome Bay Hall, Welcome Bay Rd. Thurs 8.45-9.45am at Otumoetai Action Centre, Windsor Rd. Also 10.30-11.30am at Bethlehem Hall, Bethlehem Rd. Fri 9.15-10.15am at Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd. 578 9272
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Conversation Cafe For housebound
seniors every Tues 10am - 12pm. Morning tea, fellowship, games. St Andrew’s Church, Dee St, Mount. $5. 575 9347 Excel Toastmasters Club Learn to be a competent communicator & get your message across. Meet 2nd, 4th & 5th Tues of month at Senior Citizen’s Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui 6.15pm. New members welcome. George 573 3943 Freestyle BMX Club Club night every Tues. Meet at 17th Ave Skate Park 4.30pm. A decision then made as to what skate park to go to. Participants must be 11yrs or older to join. Helmets are compulsory. Bring money for fish & chips. Check us out on facebook - key word BMX Inc. Paul 027 742 1756 Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Greerton Hall. Aussie Butcher Open Day Tournament. Names in book. Kevin 543 4044 Genesis - Women’s Group Every Tues during school term 10am morning tea. Papamoa Surf Club, Papamoa Domain. Guest speaker: Alan Jones, regional manager of the Electoral Commission. New members welcome. Jennifer, Salvation Army 578 4264
Golden Kiwis Leisure Marching Team
Every Tues for exercise, fun & fellowship. No experience required for ladies 50+. Dorothy 579 5232
Inachord Ladies 4 Part Harmony Chorus
Every Tues at Wesley Methodist Church, 100 13th Ave 7pm. Have fun singing & make new friends. Loes 575 8929 Katikati Support Group Coffee & chat for people with an experience of mental illness at Katikati Resource Centre, Beach Rd 10am – 12pm. 579 9890 Kidz Need Dadz Coffee morning every Tues at 538 Fraser St 9.30-11am. Special welcome to separated & solo dads. 571 0379 Mount Aglow All ladies invited to Salvation Army, 57 Eversham Rd, Mount 9.45am. Join us if you are needing a new direction to your life. Guest speaker: Jack Hartfield – Life’s Journey. Shared lunch to follow. All welcome. Mount Morning Badminton Every Tues 9am - 12pm at Mount Sports Centre, Blake Park. Social, competitive, all ages, beginners welcome. Racquets available. Visitors $5 per session, students $2. First day free. Margaret 575 9792 Otumoetai Badminton Club Every Tues 7.30pm at Otumoetai Collage Gym, behind Action Centre, Windsor Rd. Great social evening, families welcome. $3 child, $4 adult. No joining fee. Loan racquets available. Graeme 576 7874 Pilates in Te Puna 1 Matahiwi Rd Mon & Weds 9am, Tues 1pm, Thurs 5.30pm. Fri Yogalates 9am. Donna 552 5026
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Tauranga Acoustic Music Club Trust Bar, Bureta Park Motor Inn 7.30pm. Friendly jam session. Sing, play or just listen. Sheryl 552 5906 or www.taurangaacousticmusic.com Tauranga Astronomical Society
Monthly meeting at Fergusson Park 7.30pm. DVD shown entitled “Star Dust” - the origin of atoms in the universe, to ultimately, life. Public welcome. Telescope viewing if weather permits. 576 5389 Tauranga Scrabble Enthusiasts Every Tues at Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 9am - 12pm for three games of scrabble plus morning tea. New members welcome. Barbara 544 8372 Tauranga Toastmasters Tga Lyceum Club, 1st Ave Tues 7.15-8.45pm. Exterminate the butterflies, confidence building, improving public speaking & leadership skills. Alan 544 5989 Widow & Widowers Club For people living alone, meet at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St 2pm. Margaret 576 5292
Wednesday 26 October
Bipolar Support Group For people with
bipolar at Junction office, 4 Roys Rd, Greerton 1-2pm. 579 9890 City Early Start Toastmasters Zaggers Cafe every Weds 6.50-8.15am. Join the motivated, vibrant, supportive, encouraging bunch for personal development, career boosting opportunities. Rewards & benefits - priceless. Lani 571 1545
Fernlands Spa Water Exercise Class
At 250 Cambridge Rd 10.45-11.45am. Suitable for arthritics, joint replacements, fall prevention & injury or illness rehabilitation. Held rain or shine. Jennifer 571 1411 Free Dance Lesson Ballroom & Latin, Arataki Community Centre, Bayfair 7.30pm. http://www.udance2.co.nz Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Greerton Hall 7.30pm. Final club night. Kevin 543 4044 Gate Pa Tennis Club Friendly social tennis 9am - 12pm. Non members welcome. $5. Graeme 543 9282
Global Hearts Exercise Group
Weds 2pm & Fri 11am. Provides group activities combined with health education that encourages members to live a healthy & active lifestyle. Classes run by qualified instructor. Vikki 575 0470 or 0272 800 388 Lyceum Club Ladies 74th anniversary birthday tea 2pm at Clubrooms, 68 1st Ave. Dot 543 2260 Monthly Open Dance Floor For anyone who enjoys dance. Belly dancing, live Arabic dance drumming, any dance form or genre welcome. Upstairs at Za Bar, The Strand, Tauranga 7.30pm. Tanya 021 271 2493 or email: tanya.bellydancer@gmail.com
Mount Badminton Club
Summer social club night 7-9.30pm at Mount Sports Centre, Maunganui Rd. Cost $8 per night. All past & new players welcome. Janice 575 2438 or 027 201 0529 Mount Maunganui RSA Women’s section social afternoon 1.30pm. Bring & buy, raffles, entertainment & afternoon tea. All welcome. Mumz Coffee Group @ Grindz New to the area? Want to get out of the house. Meet other mums with Sue and the Nappy Lady. All welcome, bring your toddlers as there is a play room available. Upstairs at Grindz Café, 1st Ave.
Orange City Square & Round Dance Club Weds plus, Thurs club night, Frontiersmen’s Hall 7.30pm. 543 1063
Otumoetai Toy Box Toy Library
94 Bureta Rd. Opening Hours: Weds 6.30-8.30pm. Thurs 9.30-11.30am. Fri 9.30-11.30am. A number of membership options available. All welcome. 576 9923 or 027 857 7452
Pyes Pa Collective Collection Exhibition
Viv Edwards, Liz Eynon, Barwick Harding opening at Pyes Pa School 6.308.30pm, then opening hours are until Nov 1 school hours or by appointment. 027 266 1639 Salvation Army Meeting For all women every Weds 10am morning tea, 10.30am meeting at Salvation Army, cnr Cameron Rd & 5th Ave, Tga. This week: ‘Through the Doors’. New members welcome. Jennifer, 578 4264 Scottish Country Dancing Weds Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Rd. Fri Papamoa Primary School Hall, Dickson Rd. Both 7.30pm. 573 5055
Shakti Ethnic Women Support Group English lessons at Plunket rooms, 471 Devonport Rd, Tga 9.30am - 11am. For Asian, Middle Eastern, & African women. Rupal 021 053 3548 or 579 0532
Te Puke Spiritual & Healing Centre
Palmer Place, Te Puke. Speaker: Krystal Matthews. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start. $4 entry. Sarai 573 7933
Toastmasters Tauranga South Area
Leadership skills, speaking skills. Weds at St George’s Church Hall, cnr Cameron Rd & Church St 7.15pm. All welcome. Alan 544 5989 The Sociables Males/Females 30’s/40’s. 022 012 0376 Walking Group Age Concern Walking Group meet at Quarry Road Gardens, Te Puna 10am. Car pool from Bethlehem Shopping Centre. Take lunch. All welcome. 578 2631 Wine & Cheese Evening Presented by Tauranga Pakeke Lions at Sports Centre, Fergusson Park Nov 9. $15. Jenny 544 7215
Thursday 27 October
Age Concern Tauranga Educational Meeting at Historic Village Hall, 17th Ave 9.45am. Guest speaker: Professor Shaun Holt, alternative medicines. “How do you make an informed decision.” Question time. $3pp, includes morning tea. All welcome. 578 2631 Community Bible Study International Join us at 14th Ave Gospel Centre 10am - 12pm for an interdenominational in depth study of Colossians. Joan 576 9065 Fitness League Safe, effective, low impact exercise to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for females. All ages & abilities, first class free. Thurs 9.30am Central Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. Weds 10am at Katikati Memorial Hall. Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 7170 Increase Mobility And reduce pain through the Feldenkrais Method. 9.30am at the Dance Institute at the Yoga Centre 1.30pm & 6pm in Welcome Bay. First class free. Gisella 544 4823 Keynotes 4 Part Harmony Womens Chorus Meet Thurs at Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave 6.45pm. Sing for fun & health. Pam 578 3757 Kickstart Toastmasters Come & get your morning energy boost at Kickstart. Every Thurs at Alimento Cafe 1st Ave 7-8.15am. Visitors welcome. Simplee Cre8ive Creativity group for women at Papamoa Community Centre, Tohora Room 9.30am - 2.30pm. Scrap booking, art, sewing & more. Bring own lunch, tea & coffee supplied. $7pp. 572 0423 Tauranga Heart Support Group Fun, rehab exercise, social events & occasional guest speakers for those with or at risk of heart disease. Thurs 9.30-10.45am City Church,
Otumoetai Rd. Men & women welcome. Cardiac Care leader Dianne 576 5031 Wanna Dance Rock & Roll Social rock & roll dancing to authentic music. Senior Citizens Hall, end of Maitland St, Greerton every Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. $2.50 entry. Peter 544 5556
Friday 28 October
Friday Evening Pyes Pa Badminton Aquinas College Action Centre 6-8pm. All skill levels welcome. Scoring new rules badminton. $5pp. All ages. Colin 579 2151 Gay/Bi Mens Support Group Do you need a trusting person to talk to? Discretion assured. For meetings & locations ph/txt Alex 027 358 5934 NZ Shareholders Assn BOP Branch meet on last Fri of month to share information, discuss topical subjects, visit local companies for briefings. Visiting speakers. Followed by social hour. New members & guests welcome. For venue & time of event, Bruce 541 0688 Pasifika Playgroup Every Fri at Pacific Island Trust, 7 Kauri St, Gate Pa 9.30am - 12pm. Need a ride? Let us know! 577 1270 Regular events see www.sunlive.co.nz under the What’s On section. “What’s On” in the Weekend Sun is a free service for non-profit clubs and organisations. email julie@thesun. co.nz or fax 571 1116 or post to PO Box 240, Tauranga. Deadline 3pm Tuesday. Contributions should be less than 20 words.
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By Winston Watusi
Years on and still a brilliant artist I have a new album from Ritchie Pickett playing on the stereo right now, and it’s great to hear him again.
First let me get my reservations out of the way: the album is called White Horses, but it bears the inscription The Best of Ritchie Pickett. It’s not. That was a handle insisted upon by the good folk at Sony who were, presumably, interested in a quick buck. These are actually sessions Ritchie did with Auckland producer Simon Lynch in 1994 and 1995. They are not in pristine quality and don’t include his most well known songs. But, despite that, it’s a great collection to have. It’s the only place you can hear some of Ritchie’s best tunes, never released but favourites live, such as ‘Angry Man’ or the
It was always possible that Ritchie’s death would yield more music from him than the meagre output that incompetence, indifference and insecurity allowed for while he was alive, and this first offering is perhaps just a trickle at the start of what will hopefully become a flood. At least a little more of his remarkable talent is being documented, something that should please his many friends and fans in Tauranga, the place where he lived and made music for so long. But, just before digging a little deeper into Ritchie’s new disk, I wanted to remind everyone that with this big rugby thing drawing to an end it is time to rush out and snap up Arts Festival tickets. The first week of the festival is particularly strong on its theatre content so – if y’all aren’t too tuckered out after the weekend – pop online to www.tauranga festival.co.nz and check out the offerings, including German vaudeville extravaganza Berlin Burlesque, the intimate Salon, a real Kiwi Christmas in Silent Night, and, if you still haven’t had enough of oblongballed shenanigans, Roger Hall’s C’Mon Black! It’s also worth noting that there’s a show by ex-Tauranga fella Liam Ryan, currently the Artistic Director of the Jazz Festival, now living in Nelson. Liam’s on on Saturday (no rugby that day!) playing an hour-long concert at 5pm in the Crystal Palace. The man really is one helluva keyboard player and will be helped out with his modern groove music by the guitar of Aaron Saxon and trumpet of Mike Booth. For a mere $10 it sounds like a good deal to me (and there’s another $2 discount for TECT members). But, back to that wicked piano-pumping Pickett. Last thing I wrote about Ritchie was a rather cross obit, scribbled down in a very
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few hours between the news of his death and the newspaper deadline. You do that sort of thing when a friend drinks himself to death. And Ritchie was a friend, not just to me but to a whole pile of Tauranga musicians. This is going back a few years, to the late 80s and early 90s when Ritchie was living here and was the most exciting musical game in town. Just as a measure of how broad his influence was, if we look at the established Tauranga bands, more than a few of Ritchie’s old mates are still out there. Graham Clark of Brilleaux is one; Derek Jacombs from Kokomo played guitar with Ritchie; Simon Elton of The B-Side Band played bass with him; and John Michaelz (exHard To Handle, now with new band The Usual) started as a guest-singing roadie. (By the way, John’s new outfit are playing a debut gig at Brewer’s Bar on November 4 with special guests – well worth checking out.) And a lot of the tracks on this new CD date from just after that period; Simon is even playing bass on some of them.
wonderful ‘A Dog Called Samuel’. ‘Rain Across The Lake’ is a country romp that showed up on a Glen Moffatt album, while a number of the others appeared in different guises on Ritchie’s ‘All Strung Out In A Bunch’. This is a cut-price CD, so you should be able to pick it up cheap at JB Hi-Fi or Tracs and, if you ever enjoyed Ritchie, you should. The album is short and imperfect, but the vitality of the music and songwriting shines through. Ritchie Pickett – still brilliant after all these years.
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Dir: Matthew Vaughn. Starring: James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Kevin Bacon This fifth X-Men film was universally praised when it hit cinemas, seen as a return to form after the slightly dodgy X-Men: The Last Stand and Wolverine. And, don’t get me wrong, it is a whole bunch of fun, opening up new vistas in the X-universe and messing entertainingly with real history. The set-up takes us back to where the very first film started, in a Nazi concentration camp where a young Eric Lehnsherr – later to become Magneto – reveals his metal-bending powers. He is
tormented by Kevin Bacon’s evil Nazi. Skip forward a couple of decades and we are in the cold war-dominated early 60s, the evil Nazi turns out to be a mutant with plans for world domination, while Eric and a young Professor Xavier track down others to thwart his evil plans. It’s cleverly done, and the climax based around the Cuban missile crisis is a good idea. There are also a lot of new mutants on display and suitable backstories are created for others (Beast, Mystique etc). But…
The yoof are revolting. They , a short certainly are in F sharp UK thriller that transports Assault On Precinct 13 to an English comprehensive school and has a disparate bunch of disillusioned teachers, janitors, security guards and pupils menaced by sinister hoodiewearers. There is a certain amount of suspense-building as the unknown cast are picked off one by one, but this is ultimately very unsatisfying if you are a fan of logic, character development, gore, or any
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I just have a niggling “but” about this. James McAvoy, normally so reliable, bugs me intensely as Professor X. He seems too lightweight. And that’s the problem with the film as a whole. Even compared to the relatively throwaway Wolverine this seems cutesy. But Fassbender’s tough turn just about compensates. Aside from a strange slip to a broad Irish accent in the final scenes he is fantastic: brooding, tormented, tempting and menacing, he brings a weight to the film that Bacon’s cartoon villain cannot muster.
form of layered storytelling. The ending is a non-existent joke and how this film got the glowing cover reviews is anyone’s guess. I’m very much a fan of recent South Korean cinema, one of whose mainstays seems to be imaginative (and often quite extreme) revenge was flicks. But Bedevilled pretty much a step too far for me, an odd tale of a woman returning to her childhood island home where a friend she left behind is tormented by the unpleasant locals, particularly some horrible old ladies. Finally the friend snaps and violent revenge occurs. It’s weird but it’s well made, Friday Oct 21 - Wed Oct 26 131 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke. PLAYING THIS WEEK JOHNNY ENGLISH REBORN (PG) Contains Low Level Violence.
with its very oddness suggesting some deeper meaning. Perhaps it’s another of those goddamn metaphors. Adrien Brody spends the first half hour of Wrecked trying to get out of a car. The car has crashed into a forest and he is trapped; two other passengers are dead. Oh, and he’s lost his memory. (Bugger, I thought at this point, it’s one of those “he was dead all along” movies. It’s not.) Eventually he does escape and mucho crawling around the woods occurs as memories slowly return. Bad memories, very slowly. This is pretty much a solo show from Brody and he does magnificently,
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though the pace is slow and the concept limited. It’s a bit of a slog to be honest. I missed Your Highness when it came out last month and I should have left it at that. It’s not like I have anything against “stoner” comedies, it’s just that this seems to have forgotten the “comedy” part. Danny McBride, James Franco (usually reliable but here looking very uncomfortable) and Natalie Portman are lost in a medieval action romp which might have sounded like a good idea on paper but is pretty tedious to actually watch. A lot more stoner gags would actually have helped for once. Info line 573 8055 www.tepukecinema.co.nz
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IN 3D. FINAL DAYS! A prequel set in the ‘80s, 18 years earlier than the THE SMURFS (3D) (G) spooky events depicted in the first two films. Fri 4:45, 8:40. Sat 4:45, 8:40pm. Sun 4:40, 7:05. Neil Patrick Harris, Katy Perry. Mon 4:35, 8:30. Tue 1:00, 8:30. Wed 2:55, 6:35. Wizard Gargamel chases the Smurfs out of their village and into our world MIDNIGHT IN PARIS (PG) Sexual References. Fri 10:15am, 12:30, 4:20pm. FOOTLOOSE (M) Contains Violence & Sexual References. Woody Allen romantic comedy set in Paris. Sat 10:25am, 2:30. Sun 12:25, 2:50. Kenny Wormald, Julianne Hough, Dennis Quaid. Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams, Marion Mon 10:15am, 2:20pm. A city boy moves to a small town where dancing Cotillard, Michael Sheen, Kathy Bates, Carla Bruni Tue 3:45pm. Wed 3:45pm. has been banned. Fri 8:35pm. Sat 3:30, 8:10pm. “Enchanting and delightful” PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER Mon 3:25, 8:00pm. Tue 6:00pm. Wed 8:05pm. Fri 6:35pm. Sat 6:35pm. Sun 2:40, 6:35pm. SPY KIDS 4: ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD (3D) Mon 6:25pm. Tue 2:45, 6:30. Wed 1:00, 8:25pm. (PG) Contains Violence. Jessica Alba, Joel McHale, Alex Vega. FINAL DAYS (G) Spy Kids 4 brings the fourth dimension: AromaScope (free ZOOKEEPER (PG) Low Level Offensive Language. CAVE OF FORGOTTEN DREAMS scratch & sniff cards) to the series. Fri 2:45pm. Sat 12:35. Werner Herzog gains exclusive access to film Kevin James. Family comedy set in a zoo. Sun 10:30am. Mon 12:25. Tue 4:35pm. Wed 4:40pm. inside the Chauvet caves of Southern France, Fri 12:05. Sat 11:00. Sun 10:35am. Mon 11:00. capturing the oldest known pictorial creations of PLAYING THIS WEEK ON MEGASCREEN THE HELP (M) Contains Adult Themes. humankind in their astonishing natural setting. REAL STEEL ACTION (M) Contains Violence. Emma Stone, Bryce Dallas Howard, Allison Janney “Profound, Mysterious & Utterly Absorbing.” EMPIRE Hugh Jackman, Evangeline Lilly. Set in the near future, Based on the bestselling novel. Fri 5:30. Sat 3:10. Fri 4:05, 8:00. Sat 12:05, 6:35. Sun 1:05, 6:45pm. where robot boxing is a top sport. Fri 12:40, 8:20pm. Sun 3:15. Mon 3:00. Tue 5:45pm. Wed 1:00. Mon 12:10, 6:40. Tue 2:55, 8:20. Wed 1:00, 6:25. Sat 10:25, 6:00, 8:35pm. Sun 10:30, 6:10pm. Mon 10:15, LITTLE WHITE LIES (R16) PLAYING THIS WEEK 5:50, 8:25pm. Tue 1:00, 8:30pm. Wed 5:55pm, 8:30pm. Contains Offensive Language, Drug Use & Sexual Themes. Action, Comedy. Rowan Atkinson. Fri 10:00, 2:15, 6:30pm. Sat 1:15, 6:00pm. Sun 12:45, 5:00pm. Mon 1:15, 5:50pm. Tue 1:30, 8:20. Wed 1:30, 6:00pm.
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Midnight in Paris (PG) Contains sexual references
In this Woody Allen film, Gil (Owen Wilson) and Inez (Rachel McAdams) are engaged to be married, on holidays in Paris with her parents. They are officially in love, but maybe what Gil really loves is Paris in the springtime. He’s a successful, yet dissatisfied Hollywood screenwriter who still harbours the dream of someday writing a good novel and joining the pantheon of American writers whose ghosts seem to linger in the very air he breathes. Gil is besotted with the Paris of the 1920s, when his heroes F. Scott Fit-
zgerald and Ernest Hemingway traded dry martinis and even drier barbs with the likes of Gertrude Stein and Pablo Picasso. Inez and her family, on the other hand, couldn’t care less. Gil is quick to admit, he’s a nostalgist who feels like he was born in the wrong time. The past seems much more exciting than the moment he lives in. Exploring Paris on his own, Gil embarks on an enchanted journey to discover the streets alive with hidden wonders that will change his life forever.
HAPPY EVER AFTERS (M) French comedy-drama. François Cluzet, Marion Contains Violence & Offensive Language. Cotillard. Fri 11:00am. Sat 3:45pm. Mon 3:50pm. Sally Hawkins, Tom Riley, Jade Yourell. FINAL WEEK! An Irish romantic- comedy. Two weddings collide THE HOLY ROLLER (M) Kiwi comedy-drama. when both receptions are held at one hotel. Angus Benfield. Filmed in Christchurch.Sat 10:25. Fri 2:00, 6:00. Sat 1:50, 8:20pm. Sun 11:00, 4:45. Sun 2:55. Mon 10:25am. Tue 4:40pm. Wed 2:45. Mon 1:55, 8:25. Tue 1:00, 6:25. Wed 4:30, 8:10.
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MONTE CARLO (PG) Low Level Off Language. Selena Gomez, Leighton Meester. Three women vacationing in Paris find themselves whisked away to Monte Carlo. Fri 10:25, 3:20pm. Sat 1:00pm. Sun 1:05. Mon 12:50. Tue 3:35pm. Wed 3:45pm.
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Capturing character of native birds Club Mount Maunganui Friday 21 – SparX. Saturday 22 – SparX. Sunday 23 – Mark Taipari 5-8.30pm & 11-12pm. Drivers Bar Wednesday 26 – Classic Rock Jam 8pm start. Mount RSA Friday 21 – Helen Riley.
Saturday 22 – Andy Ellis. Sunday 23 – Last Chance 4.308pm. NZ vs France 9pm on the Big Screen. The Crown and Badger Friday 21 – One One One. Saturday 22 – One One One. Sunday 23 – The Blarney Band (Andy Craw & guests) 3-6pm. Thursday 27 – Chris Gunn 8pm start.
A well-established artist is exhibiting his work and sharing his technique this labour weekend at Artastic. Rick Fisher creates original realistic drawings using conte (a drawing medium composed of compressed powdered graphite or charcoal mixed with a wax or clay base) and coloured pencils on Sennelier 300gsm hot press paper. Rick spent years developing his technique and skills
and uses these to realistically capture the detail and personality of his subject. He is currently working on a series that focuses on New Zealand native birds, capturing their beauty and character and subtly blending it with his Maori culture. Rick offers viewers a look at these amazing creatures in their natural habitat, be that perched on a farm fence or deep in the New Zealand bush. We often hear these birds or see a blur as they pass by, but very rarely get a close
up view or an opportunity to see their personalities. Rick recently exhibited at the Haka Exhibition at the Hamilton Gardens in honour of the Rugby World Cup and is now looking forward to his next exhibition at the Artspost, Hamilton in February 2012. The exhibition is open from 10am to 4pm, Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23. View his works, talk to him about his art and see the first of his limited edition prints.
Rick Fisher.
Nature celebrated in sculpture
A high energy performance that unites music, dance, drama, cinema and light. Come and experience Colourful Soul.
Nature’s bounty was the inspiration of Tauranga sculptor Nic Clegg’s winning entry in the Katikati sculpture competition. Nic, who emigrated from England three years ago, says he is delighted with the success of his 5m high sculpture, which A high energy performance that unites music, dance, incorporates New Zealand drama, cinemaperformance and light. Come andunites experience Soul. A high energy that music,Colourful dance, native species from the sea, land A drama, high energy performance that and unites music, dance, cinema and light. Come experience Colourful Soul. drama, cinema and light. Come and experience Colourful Soul. and air. All entries in the competition, which was part of the Katikati Mural Contest and Arts Festival, needed to link to the theme
‘A Land of Plenty’. “I was just looking at the beauty of the place and was inspired by the native wildlife – from the kai moana up.” The sculpture is a 2.5m long cylinder from mild steel, which stands atop a 2.5m wooden pole. The sculpture will be among the other works made for the mural and arts festival which are being auctioned as garden art at Decor Gardenworld in Bethlehem on November 3.
Nic began his career in the arts as a wooden furniture maker more than 20 years ago, before moving into metal sculpture. For more details visit www. niccleggsculpture.co.nz By Hamish Carter
Right: Nic Clegg’s winning sculpture in the Katikati sculpture contest celebrates New Zealand flora and fauna from the sea, land and air.
Emotional journey told through colour A mixture of technology and performing arts, Colourful Soul is the energetic creation by Mount Maunganui resident Mal Brady and Canadian Duane Lebo. The interactive show is a refreshing take on theatre which encourages audience participation. The live performance includes hidefinition imagery projected onto the Mauao Performing Arts Centre sparse walls, inviting the audience into a dreamscape. Singers, instrumentalists and dancers immerse themselves amongst the viewers and encourage their involvement in the show. The audience is invited into a series of spectacular dreams and immersed in the midst of a painful love triangle that needs to resolve. Main character Chris and his sup-
porting characters take you through an emotional journey leaving you both moved and mind-blown. Mal and Duane have worked together to show the loves, challenges, joys and traumas that life presents. Colourful Soul will leave you asking yourself questions about your own dreams, the happiness and colour of your own soul and the support of your close friends and family. Mal has recruited a talented cast and crew, both from the Bay of Plenty and abroad. The script and soundtrack both have a down to earth tone that Kiwi’s can relate to easily. The story line is similar to that which many of us have experienced and there is a strong theme focussed on love, loss and moving on; a gradual slide towards rock
bottom and battling to gain control of life and keep trucking on. Colourful Soul premieres nationally at the Mauao Performing Arts Centre in Mount Maunganui from November 9 to 12. Tickets are available now visit www.colourfulsoul.co.nz with
The Weekend Sun has two double passes to give away to the lucky readers who can tell us where the national premiere of Colourful Soul is. Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the Competitions section. Entries must be received by October 25.
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focus Te Puke All separately rateable properties in the Te Puke and Maketu wards pay this charge (commercially-zoned properties in the Te Puke Community Board area are required to pay an additional rate) which is used to fund the promotion of Te Puke.
What do they all mean and which ones am i required to pay?
gibraltar Water Scheme This charge is paid by all properties receiving water from the scheme as identified by the scheme's directors.
Rates are Council's main source of income for providing and maintaining essential services for residents throughout the District. Our rating system is designed to provide for both District-wide and localised activities. Localised activities are typically defined by an area of benefit. This generally includes those properties that could benefit from the services being provided.
katikati Promotion All separate rateable properties in the Katikati Ward pay this charge (commercially-zoned properties in the Katikati Community Board area are required to pay an additional rate) which is used to fund the promotion of Katikati.
every property owner pays the following rates and charges - collectively these make up District-wide rates: general Rate The District Rate is based on capital value and is used to cover costs associated with the day-to-day running of Council operations. uniform annual general Charge (uagC) For every rateable property, owners are required to pay a UAGC - for 2011/2012 this is $175.00. This money is used for the same purposes as District Rates. District Library Charge Every property owner pays this charge, which is used to fund library services throughout the District. Roading Every property owner pays a Roading Rate and a Roading Charge. Rural property owners are also required to pay a Rural Works Charge, which is used to fund roading projects in rural areas. Environmental Protection Charge This is a fixed charge per property. The income is used to pay for Council initiatives to protect the environment and community health, including a proportion of wastewater and solid waste costs and environmental planning.
Depending on where your property is situated, you may also be required to pay one or more of the following: Community board Rate You are required to pay this rate if your property is located in a Community Board area. It is a fixed charge on each rating unit within that Community Board area. Community hall If you live in the vicinity of a community hall, this is the amount you pay to cover ongoing operating and maintenance costs.
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katikati Resource Centre Charge Properties in the Katikati and Waihi Beach wards are required to pay this charge to fund the operation of this community facility. katikati Town Centre Development Property owners in Katikati Ward are required to pay this charge to fund town centre activities. Omokoroa greenwaste This is a fixed charge per property in the Omokoroa Community Board area to fund the greenwaste disposal facility. Omokoroa Town Centre Property owners in the Omokoroa Community Board area are required to pay this charge to fund town centre activities. Pukehina beach Protection Charge Pukehina property owners are required to pay this charge to fund Pukehina Beach protection works. Pukehina Development fund Pukehina property owners are required to pay this charge for the development of infrastructure. Recreation
If your property is located in Katikati, Te Puke or Maketu ward, you are required to pay this charge to cover costs of swimming pools in your area. Resort Pacifica Capital Sewerage Charge Every separate rateable property within Resort Pacifica is required to pay this charge to enable connection to Council's sewerage reticulation system. Solid Waste
This is a fixed charge per property, based on location. It covers costs for solid waste facilities across the District, including transfer stations and ongoing remedial work at closed refuse tip sites. Stormwater You are required to pay a stormwater charge if your property is situated in a defined stormwater catchment.
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Subdivision Charge This is a fixed charge on properties in the process of being subdivided, as at 30 June each year. For information on financial contributions associated with subdivision, please refer to fees and charges information available on Council’s website or at any of Council’s offices.
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Talisman Drive Development Charge Property owners in Katikati Ward are required to pay this charge to cover works associated with the development of Talisman Drive. Te Puna Library All properties in the Te Puna school catchment area are required to pay this charge, which contributes to operating costs of the Te Puna library. Waihi beach Coastal Protection Charge Depending on the location of a property in the Waihi Beach Ward, property owners will be required to pay the following charges: • Beach front behind the rock revetment, in the defined area of benefit: $1,376.00.
• In the defined area of benefit for dune work: $648.00. • In the defined area of benefit for dune works and Three Mile Creek works: $641.00. • Beyond the defined areas of benefit: $10.00. For more information on these charges please refer to Council’s website: www.westernbay.govt.nz/Major-Projects/
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Waihi Land Drainage Properties in the Little Waihi area, which benefit from drainage works, pay this charge. Water and Wastewater If your property receives Council water and/or wastewater services, or is located in an area where these services are available, you are required to pay a service/availability charge. Wilson Road upgrade This is a charge on all properties in the Waihi Beach Ward and an additional charge on commercial properties in the Wilson Road area.
neW rate: maketu/little Waihi Wastewater
Property owners in the area of benefit will be required to pay a capital charge based on a 50% charge for the first year (2011/2012).
if you require further information or have any questions about your rates please phone our customer services team on:
07 571 8008
or visit your nearest library and service centre:
te puke library & service Centre, Jellicoe street, te puke omokoroa library & service Centre, mcDonnell street, omokoroa Katikati library & service Centre, main road, Katikati Waihi beach library & service Centre, Waihi beach road, Waihi beach
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FELTMAKING AND TEXTILE Art Workshops see www. thefeltmaker.co.nz for information or call in to the shop see samples and discuss your wish list/project with Rosemary. We are at the Historic Village 17th Ave Ph. 07 985 6232 email rosemary@thefeltmaker.co.nz MOSAIC supplies and classes, weekend workshops and lotsof inspiration. Clay Art Studio,Historic Village, 17th Ave. Ph. 571.3726 MOSAIC WAREHOUSE want to decorate your home & garden, make gifts for family & friends. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, all your mosaic supplies in one shop. Huge selection available. Making mosaics is easy & so much fun. Give it a go, you’ll love it. Unit 29, 23 Tukorako Drive, Mount (off Hull Rd) Tues to Sat 10am2pm eftpos Ph 572 3866 www.mosaicwarehouse.co.nz
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boats for sale
POWERBOAT - GROOVY LITTLE two seater. Former single seat racer, converted to a 2 seater, or three with small bums. Has been run with a 30hp Yamaha, and currently with a 20hp Honda. Hull in excellent order. Very fast, fun and cheap to run. Trailer needs a bit of work, but okay for a beach trolley. Not warranted. But could be. Will sell with or without near new 20hp Honda. $500 ono for hull and trailer. Or $8500 for the lot. 0274 996 747 STAND UP PADDLEBOARD Red Air, 11ft inflatable paddleboard, with pump and take apart paddle. Brilliant accessory for yacht or launch. Only used three times for demo. Just the thing for your summer cruising or messing about at the beach. Great for surfing small waves and exploring the coastline and waterways. Can be paddled standing up, kneeling or sitting; or even lying down like a surf board. Incredibly rigid when inflated, but packs down to easily stow. New these are $1300. This one, $900. 0274 996 747
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1987 TOYOTA COROLLA sprinter GT, 4 door liftback, 5spd, 1600cc, white. wof & reg, Only $1500 AIWI. Phone 544 2323 1997 MAZDA 626 GLXI saloon, NZ new, 2000cc, A/C, stereo, airbag, new cambelt. Clean car. $5990. Ph Clayton Knight Cars 542 0387
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2001 NISSAN X TRAIL SUV, auto, 2 litre, 2wd model, airbags, ABS, A/C, easy access / entry. 95000kms. $13990. Ph Clayton Knight Cars 542 0387 2001 TOYOTA CALDINA GT, s/wagon, Beams VVTI model, alloys, body kit, climate A/C, CD, airbags, ABS. WOW $10990. Ph Clayton Knight Cars 542 0387 2005 NISSAN WINGROAD s/ wagon, 1500cc, VVTI, auto, airbags, ABS, A/C, CD stereo, Ready for work. $12990. Ph Clayton Knight Cars 542 0387
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COMPUTER GETTING you down? Problems, viruses, upgrades, internet, new or refurb PC’s, tuition or advice. Ph Bruce for a no obligation chat or quote 576 7940 or 021 260 9183 VIRUS & SPYWARE REMOVAL Upgrades, servicing and repairs Free call out and quotation New power supply $70 fitted Motherboards From $100 fitted. All work has 12 month warranty. LAPTOPS from $300 DESKTOPS from $125 WANTED faulty pc & laptops Call Crystal Computing Tel: 07 579 5860 / 021 156 0055 COMPUTER PROBLEMS? Free call outs and delivery. Software and hardware issues. We also install TV’s and home theatres. Ph Kyle 027 828 7078 at TechSolutions
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CONCRETE SLEEPERS everlasting and realistic, from $9.00 each. Village Stone, 53 Hull Rd. Mt Maunganui. Ph 575 4887 FISH TANK 73litre hex shape. Full tropical setup with heater, pump, air pump and ornaments. Has fish in tank aswell. $120ono. 021 298 6647 FUJITSU ROOM air conditioner heat pump with remote. $800 Phone 07 542 1450 HEALTH AND FASHION performance in sports. Meridian stress management. The incredible Shuzi. Hardy’s Health Bayfair, Hardy’s Organic Papamoa. 0800 833 333 PAVERS Factory seconds, half price. 53 Hull Rd Mt Maunganui. Ph 575 4887 RABBIT HUTCH. Comes with water bottle, good condition. $80ono. 021 298 6647 WING PADDLES Brand new, used twice in demos. Rochfort, carbon shafts and blades. Pair would suit double kayak, racing or fast cruiser or will sell separately. $300 each. 0274 996 747
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GARDENER AVAILABLE Pruning, spraying, weeding, rubbish removal. Ph Tracey on 578 9779 for a free quote GARDENER with chainsaw, weed eater & hedge trimmer. All Tools. Seeks work. Phone 57 00 539
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GARDEN MAINTENENCE and light landscaping qualified professionals, reasonable rates. Phone Carolyn or Alan 579 4984 & 022 0697 033 OAK WINE BARRELS Great planters, halves $59, whole $118. Vege seedlings gr8 selection, we grow our own. Punnets $2.60 singles $1.80. Bromiliads from $6.00. Petal Pushers open Wed - Sun 9-5pm CNR Bell & Parton Rds, Papamoa.
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A PERFECT 3 bedroom home, warm and dry for winter with fireplace and full insulation. Absolutely gorgeous outlook and cool breezes for Summer! Fantastic family home or for first home buyers - ideal location in Brookfield. Fully fenced on a 716m2 section situated within easy walking distance to Brookfield shops, Schools, PreSchools & parks. Separate single garage with power. Located in a quiet cul-de sac in a great neighbourhood, this home is a must see to see the potential. View some photos on TradeMe #405 700 583 or phone Daphne 027 552 6283 today! Price Slashed to Sell was $330 now only $295,000
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OPEN HOME 22nd & 23rd Oct 1-2pm. 36 Norm Freeman Drive, Te Puke. Modern Brick Home, upmarket street. 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms. Double garage, pellet fire. Lots of extras, fully fenced 720 square meter, corner section. Private, sunny with established gardens. $399,000 ono. 07 573 5410
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CAREER RESTRUCTURING? Creating opportunity from Change. Ph Chris at Balanced Success Coaching 027 548 2548 chris@balancedsuccess.co.nz www.balancedsuccess.co.nz
mobility
JOYRIDE MOBILITY SCOOTER exc condition, hardly used from new, battery good. Paid 4k new. $2500. Ph 542 4485 or 021 708 210 FOR ALL DISABILITY, 29 Burrows St, Tauranga, ph 578 1213. Mobility Equipment Services, ‘Supporting your independence’ for 12+yrs
personal
GET THE MALENESS ROARING! Natural libido stimulants Pro-Erex and Testo 19. GREAT results reported. Hardy’s Health Bayfair, Hardy’s Organic Papamoa. 0800 833 333
removal
FREE REMOVAL unwanted steel, ovens, dishwashers, washing machines, fridge/ freezers, car batteries, etc. Phone Breno 021 608 129 Or 544 6560
to let
CARAVANS, special Spring rates from $30pw. Free local delivery. BOP Caravan Rentals Ltd, 184 Waikite Rd, Welcome Bay. Phone 544 1509 or 027 533 9301 HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION beachfront exclusive. 1 bedroom, 2 people max. Available over Christmas. $100 per night. Phone 07 575 2107
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STUDIO SPACE TO LET 180m2, great location in Papamoa on the Beach Road includes kitchen and bathroom facilities and kids room. Ideal for dance classes, yoga or pilates, mirrors on all walls. Avail before 5pm Mon-Thur & all day Fri & Sun. Ph 021 267 5377
trades & services
ALL SUPER & PENSIONERS very welcome. Lawns - friendly operator. Any Otumoetai area. Ph Selwyn 578 9677 or 027 251 8779 ALLAN HOLMES FOR ALL your carpentry & Handyman jobs around the home. Big or Small. Free quotes. Reasonable rates. Call 021 992 678 or after hours on 07 576 3543 ALTERATIONS & NEW HOMES qualified builders & joiners with references available. Proform Construction, 130 Newton Street, Mount. Ph 07 574 9135 info@proform.org.nz BUILDER 30 YEARS experience in BOP. Specialised in outdoor areas, decks, pergolas, retaining walls, fences etc. Reasonable rates. Free quotes. Ph Keith today on 578 6869 or 021 377 387 BUILDER AVAILABLE NOW New homes, renovations, bricklaying, quality rates, quality work. No job too big or small. Call me now for a quote. DK Builders - Dieter 021 474 299 or 574 2139 a/h BUILDER EXPERIENCED New homes, repairs & alterations. Bathrooms, decks, fences. Trade qualified. Ph Warren 543 2040 or 021 021 98 196 BUILDER / PAINTER qualified carpenter. Labour only $30p/h. Ref available. Ph Mark 544 4177 or mark@wespeakhouse.co.nz EARTHWORKS, Truck, digger hire, Tree removal, Farmwork Opening special only $80+GST per hr. No job too big or small. Call Carl at Addison Civil today 0274 636 560
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ELECTRICIAN A professional and affordable registered electrician. New builds, alterations, repairs. Ph Steve 5780555, 027 8486042 ELECTRICIAN Able to do all jobs. Alarms, New Houses and renovations. Registered. Quality service at great price. Phone Tomas, Check Electrical 07 544 6448 or 027 566 7872 ELECTRICIAN available for all services. Mitsubishi air conditioner supplied and installed for very competitive rates. Ph 027 5473 831 or a/h on 543 0062 GORSE SPRAYING do you have a gorse problem? Ph today for a FREE quote for all gorse control. Scott 0274 624 769 GUTTERING CLEAN and repairs, moss removal. Experienced Certified Roofer. Free quotes. Ph Peter now 542 4291 or 0274 367 740 HANDYMAN BUILDING and section maintenance, decks, fencing, pergolas, painting, water blasting, odd jobs. Free quotes Ph Rossco 027 270 3313 or 544 5911 INSECT SCREENS Measure. Make. Mend. Contact Rob at Magic Seal 543 4940 PAINTER, ACCOMPLISHED, reliable tradesman, friendly service. For free advice and quote. Phone Barry 021 518 994 or 07 579 0119 PAINTER AVAILABLE free quotes. Experienced. Reasonable rates. Ph Warren 07 543 2040 or 021 021 98 196 PAINTER / DECORATOR Interior & Exterior, quality workmanship, friendly services. Over 20 years specialising in residential and more. Quality paint at trade prices. For your best advice in all areas Ph Shane Mount/Tauranga Decorators 544 6495 or 021 575 307
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PLUMBING WORKS no job too big or small, blocked drains, plumbing, spouting & roof repairs. Ph 571 5558 RESPOUT NOW! Call Ageless Continuous Spouting. Made to measure costs less than you think. For a prompt quote. Ph 574 0496 RETAINING WALL SPECIALIST Pole walls, crib walls, tilt slab concrete walls. Excavation and levelling. The best in the business. Ph Mike 0274 942 966 a/h 576 0941 ROOFING & SPOUTING Metal fascia, gutter and rainwater systems. Long run corrugate. Maintenance, repairs or replacement. Free no obligation quotes. PROFIX 0274 965 375 profixltd@xtra.co.nz ROOFING New roofs, re-roofs, spouting & repairs. Free quotes. Ph Chris 027 276 6348 or 572 3237 ROOF REPAIRS metal or onduline, gutters & down pipes, clean or replacement, chimney repairs. Certified Roofer over 30yrs experience Free quote. Ph Peter 542 4291 or 0274 367 740 ROTARY HOEING Lawn preparation & sowing. Loader & blade work. Tractor mowing. Quality work & friendly service. Mini Tractor Service. Ph Murray 543 4538 or 027 200 7480 STUMPINATOR STUMP Grinding free quotes & prompt service. Narrow machine to access rear yards. Ph 576 4245 or 0220 764 245 TAURANGA TANDEM SKYDIVING Best Buzz in the Bay, Gift Vouchers. Ph 576 7990 TREE FELLING, PRUNING & Removal/chipping. No job to big or small. Phone Scott today 0274 624 769
transport
DRIVING MISS DAISY, need to get to an appointment or want an outing? But don’t drive? Call us for safe friendly, and reliable service. Discount offered to Total Mobility card holders. Phone Jackie 552 6614
travel & tours
CURTISY TOURS TRAVEL club Upcoming day and away trips:Raglan, Kawerau Wood Fest, Tairua/ Whangamat, Catlins/Lower South 10 days. Wairarapa 5 days, Christmas Northland and many more phone 07 543 9205 SCOTTSDALE SENIOR TOURS, fully escorted owner/operated since 1978. Ph free for colour brochure today 0800 664 414. Also see www.scottsdaletours. co.nz A HOLIDAY OR DAY-OUT. Every week. Small Group Tours. Door to Door Hinterland Tours Ph: Kae & Rick 07 575 8118
tuition
PIANO LESSONS have fun with piano or keyboard for beginners - all ages – can come to you. Tel. 07 543 28 24 / mobile 022 0340 552
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BOWLS WANTED outdoor size 3. Phone 027 552 6283.
work wanted
GIB STOPPING, PAINTING, Exterior & Interior Plastering.Full time, Part time. Labour only. Ph Joshua 022 031 0375 NANNY experienced - friendly - warmhearted with love for children. Can come to you: Tel. 07 543 28 24 / mobile 022 0119 354
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Churches Active In Our Community
Crouch, touch, pause, engage Yes, we are interested in the rugby. I heard the story of some kids who were playing around a church, when one of them shouted, “Here comes a man, let’s get out of here”. The other boy replies, “That's not a man, that’s a minister”. Some how there is this impression that Christians and particularly ministers walk around with a Bible under their arm and never have a thought or an activity which is not based on some deep theology. Would you believe it, we are actu-
ally quite normal and, let’s face it, what are minsters more than a cross-section of the community who have chosen to be followers of Jesus Christ and to lead others into an understanding of what the Christian life is all about. That brings me back to the rugby and the question, if two thirds of our congregation are watching the rugby, why wouldn't we have an interest? After all, we want to be where the people are. We want to ‘crouch’ together in combined strength to endeavour to assist people to face up to and deal with the battles of life. We
want to ‘touch’ peoples lives with the gospel of Jesus Christ, for we believe that the rejection of Him and the principals he taught are the cause of many of today's problems. In the midst of the business of today’s society we really need to ‘pause’ now and again and consider the whole meaning of life. Finally we need to ‘engage’ with each other in neighbourly friendship. Watching out for each other and showing a unity of purpose in returning this land to a society where young men and women can grow up with honesty and integrity and a pride in
Revive your work Lord The psalmist cries to God in Psalm 85:6: ‘Will you not revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in you?’ Throughout history, God has come to His people Israel and to His people the Church in revival. But what is revival? Revival is a movement of the Holy Spirit bringing about a
revival of New Testament Christianity in the Church of Christ and its related community (Dr James Edwin Orr). Revival is the Christian church going back to the God-given norm (Selwyn Hughes). A Revived Church is the only hope for a dying world (Dr. Andrew Murray). Revival in its initial inception is God bringing revived spiritual life to the Church. The unsaved have never had life and what has not had life cannot be
Good news at the father’s house A harvest of hearts is being gathered and being called forth by the Holy Spirit to heal and restore. The healing power of the Father’s love is available today. His perfect love overcomes fear, broken hearts and drives out pain. Since the day Jesus Christ died on the cross and gave His life and shed his blood, He made a way for us to be free from sin and fear of death. Access for forgiveness and healing was unleashed because of God’s mercy and grace to us. This is the Father’s unconditional love available for every nation on earth and His desire is for you to have a personal relationship with Him. God is gentle kindness and knows our frailties. He wants to pour healing balm like honey over our hearts and take away pain. His word is like honey to our lips and the Holy Spirit like water to our soul. Jesus Christ healed every kind of sickness and disease. Sick folk were coming to Him
to be healed from far away. Whatever their illness or pain He healed them all. Matthew 4:24. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. People have been getting healed at The Father's House from knee pain, broken hearts, abandonment, fear, rejection and abuse. They have found the Father heart of God as they have had prayer for healing. I personally invite you to come and be prayed for and I will believe for your miracle with you. You will be in a safe place of love and support where Gods love will be there for you. By Pastor Janet Johansen
revived. When the Holy Spirit comes in His presence and power to the Church, in holiness and in the fear of God, the overflow of God’s presence in the Church is that there is an ingathering of souls and a change to the spiritual climate over towns, cities and nations. Join with us at Jesus First as we seek for God to come in revival in our nation.
their country and not just in their rugby team. Yes, I will be watching the rugby this weekend and will get as excited about it as the next. Go the All Blacks! By Pastor Tom Frew, Central Baptist Church
Exalt God • Worship Jesus MEETING IN THE TAURANGA PRIMARY SCHOOL HALL 10am: Worship & Communion Service Speaker: David Otway Phone: 579 2729 www.jesusfirst.org.nz COME & MEET WITH THE LORD
Live & Serve in the Power of the Holy Spirit
252 Otumoetai Road, Tauranga
By Liz Otway
Sunday Services 9:30am & 6:00pm All welcome! See website for more info
www.citychurchtauranga.org.nz
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...under Photo Galleries Photo’s by Tracy Hardy.
The Massey University Wildlife Response Centre in Te Maunga has been busy looking after the wildlife trescued after container ship Rena leaked oil into Bay of Plenty waters. People who find oil-covered wildlife washed up on beaches or in the water are asked not to handle the animals, but contact the Wildlife Response Centre: Phone 0800 333 771.
Volunteer Mona van Velzen, from Matua, warms up a Little Blue Penguin after it has been in the pool.
THE HOTTEST EVENTS ARE DOWNTOWN TAURANGA 2011 Tauranga Arts Festival is packed with some amazing displays and events. Make sure you come and enjoy the FREE Street Theatre Day held this Saturday on the Strand between 10am -2pm. The Strand and central Tauranga will come alive with street performers from the Loons (Berlin Burleque, The Butler) a flash mob performance from Footnote Dance and special guests, and plenty more besides.
Wildlife Response Centre director Brett Gartrell shows Prime Minister John Key some of the saved Little Blue Penguins.
This is just a snippet of what’s on so for more details on what’s on in Downtown Tauranga visit our website www.downtowntauranga.co.nz Melissa Lee and Mark Turner clean a rescued penguin.
WHAT’S HOT New season fashions in vibrant colours are arriving in the stores daily in Downtown Tauranga. Come and see the latest styles and trends and ask about the generous lay-by terms on offer to ensure you do not miss out on that must have outfit or chic pair of shoes.
LOOKS GOOD, TASTES GREAT! But don’t just take our word for it, check out the independent restaurant reviews on our website. Find the perfect dinner experience for any occasion, plan a business brunch, friendship lunch or a romantic dinner. Anything and everything catered on a plate just for you.
WE’RE DOING BUSINESS Downtown Tauranga is all about locals meeting locals. Check out the number of new stores we have Downtown Tauranga. It has the most tempting mix of art, culture and entertainment on offer. Visit our website and read about some of our locals.
FREE PARKING ON WEEKENDS! Park for FREE in the Parking Buildings on Saturdays or on the streets Downtown Tauranga Saturday* & Sunday. *Remember to check how long you can park for free as time restrictions still apply to on-street parks on Saturday. Simply visit our new Facebook page and click
www.downtowntauranga.co.nz P 07 577 9946
Wildlife vet Baukje Lenting in the cleaning area at the Wildlife Response Centre.
David Crimp and Claire Cameron thoroughly wash oil off a penguin.
Prime Minister John Key talks to volunteers in the lunch room.
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