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Why the chicken crossed the road Finally we have the answer to the most puzzling riddle: Why did the chicken cross the road? Because the Auckland City zoned it homeless. A proposal is in front of the jafa council to require poultry ranchers to get a licence to keep more than six chooks on urban properties. The bylaw is aimed at preventing stock ownership becoming a nuisance to neighbours. And the council is not stopping at chickens. The proposal intends to put controls on ducks, roosters, geese and sheep. Interesting, the council itself lets about 20 turkeys gather for the purpose of making the rules.

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Ironic headline of the week

George Harrison tree killed by beetles: A pine tree in memory of Beatle George has been eaten by his namesake. The tree planted at Griffith Park, LA after the musician’s death in 2001, is believed to have been killed by bark beetles. It hasn’t taken long for the wags on the web to come up with some re-written songs. Such as ‘Eleanor Bugby’. And ‘Festerday’. Yesterday, all those beetles seemed so far away, Now it looks as though they’re here to stay, Oh, I believe in yesterday. Suddenly, I’m not half the tree I used to be, There’s no more leaves hanging over me… And…Something in the way she chews, reminds me of no other insect. Something in the way she kills me, I want her to leave me now. I want her to leave my bough…

More messing with language

A discussion developed in the newsroom this week, when some of the younger set queried the phrase “claytons”. Some googled it to find the meaning. It struck me as ironic that both those words, claytons and googled, rocked their way into our language; along with a whole stampede of other names and slang, while some quite deliberate attempts to make up new words for specific purposes have failed miserably. One of those springing to mind is oxt. There are moves afoot to invent a new word that means “the weekend after this weekend”. Some Californian nerds, tired of the confusion with “next weekend” decided to have a term of its own, to end the confusion between “this weekend” and “the one after.”

They’ve decided the one after should be named ‘oxt’ weekend. They’ve banging on about it for several years but the word has failed to find a foothold in our language. Part of the problem is that people will still say “next weekend” and the confusion will still exist, despite the efforts of the oxt brigade.

Not crazy after all

For years my family has labelled me crazy, for refusing to take airline flights that go too close to war zones, in the belief there’s increased risk of the plane being accidently shot down. Until this week. There’s been a fair bit of “Told you so” mumbled at news time around our house. Some of the family now have a new respect for the mutterings of a crazed father and husband. “I know a thing or two about these missiles,” I used to warble on to anyone who’d listen. “It wouldn’t take much for a maniac or an incompetent to mistake a civilian airliner for a target…or just shoot one down for the fun of it,” I’d tell them, as they rolled their eyes and made spiralling gestures around their ears with their fingers. “You won’t find me flying over those madass countries…” I find it unbelievable it has taken 298 innocent deaths for the flyzone blacklist to finally get some widespread understanding. Countries that are already on the RR no-go of countries to fly over: The most notorious “fly around” zones include Libya which is seething with nutters touting shoulder-launched weapons; Syria in civil war with many choppers downed; Sahel region of Africa, any country starting with “Ir” and any country ending in ‘an’ and especially any with a Q in it (be suspicious of anyone using a Q without a U); and a fair sweep of Central Asia which is crawling with crazed whackos with weapons. I’d also be a bit sceptical of any country that gets excited with a lot of drums, face paint and jumping up and down, although as long you’re above spear throwing height, you might be okay. Clearly it’s a stupid idea to fly at any altitude over Somalia, Ethiopia, Ukraine, Crimea, and probably the Ureweras.

The FAA has rightly pointed the finger at a few other of my least favourite places, dodgy fly zones including trigger-happy nutters in the Congo, Kenya, Mali and Afghanistan; it always pays to be suspicious of any culture that bandage their heads even before the explosions start. The Yemen and the Sinai and of course anywhere near the stoush with Israel and the Pallies over Gaza. Nigeria has the Boko Haram roaming around with some fireworks, and when they’re not messing with young girls, get their jollies from firing at anything that moves. Don’t even start me on the lunatic at the top half of Korea. The Herald reports: “Fifty to 60 countries around the world possess radar-guided high-altitude missile systems like the one that shot down the Boeing 777,” quoting a knowledgeable military dude. “A much smaller weapon that poses a more immediate threat are the hundreds of thousands of portable missile systems called MANPADS, can strike targets flying as high as 15,000 feet. “High-altitude missiles are much more expensive than MANPADS, much larger and require greater technical expertise.” Memo to family and disbelievers: Take a boat. Mind you, even with all those surface to air rockets and portable missile systems, you are still relatively safe travelling in the air, compared to driving on State Highway 2.

A little known fact

At last, a Green candidate that walked the talk: one of the crew missing on the yacht Nina was Matthew Wootton, 35, a leader of the British Greens. He was sailing aboard the Nina when it disappeared. It’s reported he refused to fly, not because of safety concerns, but on environmental grounds. Sure, he’s missing at sea and presumed dead, so acting on his beliefs and principles hasn’t panned out that well. But it highlights the hypocrisy of many of the so called greenies who continue to drive, fly and burn fossil fuels just like real people; while preaching at the rest of us about oil drilling and sustainability and carbon theories. At last, here was a man with the courage of his convictions. brian@thesun.co.nz

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Free city parking stalled An application to trial free parking in Tauranga’s CBD this spring is being delayed while Tauranga City Council staff gather more information. Mainstreet Tauranga this week sought councillors’ approval for a two hour free parking trial, from August to October, to see if it boosts shopper numbers in the city centre. The trial is based on a ratepayer subsidised scheme in Rotorua which also offers the first two hours parking for free. If adopted locally, the trial will result in a $375,000 to $400,000 loss in parking revenue. Mainstreet marketer Sally Cooke says reports from Rotorua, Wellington and Nelson show free parking is a solid contributor to community building for the businesses. TCC was given eight days to look at a business case containing no figures, before approval was sought on Wednesday, with councillors decising they need more time to consider the trial’s implications. The dominating consensus was that three months isn’t long enough for a proper trial, considering the 18 month parking trial undertaken in Rotorua. Another fear raised is that free parking will

immediately soak up available car parks, forcing the council’s hand on a new $22-$25 million parking building. The call for more figures and more time to analyse them was disputed by Mayor Stuart Crosby who says the figures provided in the agenda were good enough. He says the trial is a culture change and in the context TCC can’t have all the data before they start. Councillor Gail McIntosh says free parking will cost households $4 per year but admits there is a feel good factor involved. “It makes no economic sense. We’ve got to give it a go and make people feel better.” Councillor John Robson’s believed council was being pushed to make a decision with ramifications for parking income that in any other circumstance would be better considered. Councillors voted TCC staff take a longer look at the proposal and report back, most likely in September. Parking revenue for the recent financial year was $1,924,988 with $1,044,918 coming from parking meters. The council’s off street parks brought in $737,228 revenue and leased parking, $142,842. By Andrew Campbell

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Snow on the Kaimai Ranges captured residents’ attention this week as southerly winds brought chilly temperatures straight off the Central Plateau. State Highway 1 over the Desert Road reopened at 5.30am on Tuesday after being closed on Monday night due to the snow.

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A Papamoa resident disgusted to find more than a dozen rubbish bags dumped at a beachside car park fears there is a lack of deterrence to curb the mounting careless behaviour. The rubbish was left strewn on the roadside and over the fence at Harrisons Cut car park on Saturday, metres from a Tauranga City Council sign stating it’s illegal to dump household and garden rubbish, and anyone caught doing so faces a $500 fine. Alastair Lock and wife Mary were walking through the beach access on Saturday when they discovered the discarded rubbish. “There is a sign there but obviously people don't take any notice. “We have had sheep guts, from people doing some home kill, just dumped on the road side in the past and it's not getting any better.”

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Weighing up bills or food Some Tauranga families are in such financial difficulty parents are unable to take their children to the doctor because of unpaid bills. Welcome Bay solo mother-of-four Jules Watson is among those struggling, making decisions on a near-weekly basis whether to pay bills or buy food for her children. This month she was told she couldn’t bring her nine-year-old daughter to the doctor’s because of an unpaid bill of $32. Jules’ children age between seven and 15 years old. Her nine-year-old daughter is in and out of the doctor’s with a recurring bladder condition. “I’ve set up with my doctor a $10 a week automatic payment, so I’m always ahead. But I had used after-hours in January and I hadn’t paid the bill…I’d forgotten all about it, it just slipped out of my mind. “And when she was sick this month I didn’t want to clog up the hospital system, I’ve been there many times, so I called up the doctors. I said: ‘I have this bill but my daughter’s presenting quite unwell what I can I do?’. “She said: ‘No you cannot come in until you pay it’.” Jules says $32 doesn’t look like much to most families, but for her it’s vital money to feed her growing children.

Jules Watson studies while watching over her children play. Photo by Bruce Barnard. “The fact is that you really have to choose, whether you pay that bill or buy food for your children,” says the 38-year-old. “Of course you have all intentions of getting that paid off, then something hits and you’re stuck in that situation.” Jules receives a parental benefit, and is also studying social sciences full-time until October 2015 to better provide for her family. “It’s about showing your children that you

can still achieve when the chips are down.” What she finds most difficult is the public’s ‘demonising of the beneficiary’, but Jules’ life wasn’t always so hard. Two years ago, her 13-year marriage ended. “I was thrown into this new life we never had any experience with, and it gives you a harsh reality to what a lot of people are living like. It feels like all the cards are By Corrie Taylor stacked against you.”

The Weekend Sun asked candidates in Jules’ Bay of Plenty electorate how they would help families in similar situations.

Brendan Horan, NZIC:

This is bigger than politics but highlights the need for NZIC that puts people first and has an economic plan encompassing a fair wage, and health as a primary care service for people, not a business. Sadly the tragic situation this family finds themselves in is more common than many may think. Please send her to my office and I will meet with her and ascertain a full picture of her situation, ensure she’s receiving correct and full entitlements; and most importantly, that her children’s health needs are met. I’m confident we can better her circumstances, as I successfully manage similar cases on a regular basis.

Clare Wilson, Labour:

When families have to make such harsh choices, when medical care for children becomes a luxury, we know that something is not right in New Zealand. Free GP visits for under 13s will help many families, and other Labour initiatives such as lower power prices under our NZ Power policy and no pressure to pay school donations will mean that there will be more money in household budgets for essential services such as medical care.

Todd Muller, National:

This fantastic local mum is a great example to all of us. She has recognised it’s possible nowadays to provide a future for her family. By building our country’s economy, we have been able to increase free doctors’ visits to cover all children under 13 years. That same strong economy will be in the best position to provide this mum with a job after her study. It’s also possible for her to get assistance from MSD. Depending on circumstances, she could be eligible for a food grant, an advance on her benefit or allowance, or in certain circumstances the bill may be covered for her.

Mount fire cause unknown

Fire Safety officers and Tauranga detectives are unable to pinpoint the cause of a blaze that charred the inside of a Mount Maunganui unit this week. Fire broke out in the living room of the brick single storey unit about 3.15pm Monday - just minutes after the resident and her child left the home. Fire Risk Management Officer Jon Rewi says the fire is being treated as suspicious as a precaution and the case has been handed to police for further investigations. “I have not been able to find a cause and there are certain elements that have led me down that path.” Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is an unofficial world record holder after breaking the previous record for the simultaneous dipping of toasted bread soldiers into eggs on Wednesday. Staff and students at the Windermere campus lined the tables at lunchtime and managed to dip soldiers into 207 eggs to claim a new record for soldiers dipped at a single venue. The previous record was set by soldiers of the Allied Rapid Response Corps at Imjin Barracks, Gloucestershire, who managed to dip into 178 soldiers on January 22 this year.

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Growing Greerton The first steps are being taken to establish an official community centre in Greerton. The Journey Restorative Trust, a registered trust linked to Greerton’s Journey Vineyard Church, is applying for funding and meeting with Tauranga City Council to get the community hub underway. Trust chairperson Tina Salisbury says the idea grew out of the church’s current work with youth, which aims to help high school students make good life decisions. “At the moment, we’re mentoring them, trying to keep them in education programmes and equipping and empowering them to make good life choices. “That’s why we felt we needed to set up a separate trust and a custom facility, so we can get more resources and identify and meet the needs of our community, more than what our small church could do.” Tina says there are also many elderly residents and young families who would benefit from a community centre. “We didn’t realise until we began liaising with council a community centre had been identified by the community as a need in the Greerton Neighbourhood Plan in 2004, but as yet that need has not been realised. “It’s going to be an expensive undertaking.” She says the idea will be to continue the work currently run through the church, and develop programmes as needs arise. “We’re about to start an after-school programme for families with young children who can’t afford other ones – so that’s a good example of where an community centre will be of benefit.” Tina has spoken with leaders from Welcome Bay and Merivale community centres, who offered advice, and has submitted multiple funding applications. This week she also met with TCC’s Community Development Committee chair Steve Morris. Steve admires what community centres represent and is in favour of a Greerton centre. “My personal view is that these are vital for connecting

community groups together and also connecting people with different programmes – whether it be young mums, people wanting to get into work or wanting to contribute to their community.” He’s also looking at introducing discussions on policy to make establishing such establishments easier. “I would like to see in the future ways in which council can reduce red tape for these community organisations; application fees, resources, consent fees. Because they’re doing a social good in the community and I don’t think we need to hold them to the same standard as a commercial application.” By Corrie Taylor

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New McLaren Falls bridge to open The group behind the new McLaren Falls pedestrian bridge will next week remember the years they spent fighting for the addition as it’s officially opened to the public.

The new $270,000 bridge sits upstream from the existing road bridge, making crossing safer for pedestrians who, due to the noise of the falls, were often in danger of being struck by vehicles. It’s been three years in the making for the McLaren Falls Environmental Enhancement Group, formed after nearby residents noticed the need in 2011. Chaired by Kaimai resident Maret Manson and backed by Kaimai Ward councillor Margaret Murray-Benge, the group set about getting Western Bay of Plenty Council’s approval for the then estimated $500,000 project. “We needed it because it’s such a popular place,” says Margaret. “Hundreds go there in the summer time, and they’re all on the bridge.

It’s a single lane and they can’t hear the cars coming. “We couldn’t afford to widen the current bridge and the structure wasn’t strong enough, but we could build a new one.” The group faced multiple roadblocks, the biggest in June 2012 when council voted 7-5 against adding the footbridge to the long term plan, stating it didn’t have funding for niceties. Margaret refused to give up and pressed for a review. “After the Long Term Plan was audited, I was able to get an amendment through to review it before December 2012, and refer it to the 2013 annual plan.” A tick of approval was given last year and work began commenced six weeks ago.

“It was a challenge…but you have to ride those bad times and know you have to do your best.” Council’s transportation manager Alex Finn says other projects initially took priority. He says the tender price to build the bridge was $265,000, funded from district roading rates. Margaret believes McLaren Falls is the sole Western Bay place featured in the Lonely Planet Guide. “It’s internationally a special spot. I’d call it a national treasure.” She will be cutting the ribbon alongside Maret when the bridge is officially opened at a formal event next Friday, at 10am. McLaren Falls Rd will be closed to through traffic from 10am-1pm. By Corrie Taylor

We’re open 7 days a week Margaret Murray-Benge looks out from the new pedestrian bridge, opening next week. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

Officers injured by canine partners Puncture wounds, sprains and dislocations are all injuries police officers have suffered at the paws of police dogs. In the Bay of Plenty, three police officers have been injured by police dogs in the last five years. New Zealand Police wellness and safety spokesperson Stu Duncan says two of the BOP officers suffered two injures, therefore there

have been five events in total. “There was one occasion in Tauranga in the last five years where an officer had to have a total of 20 days off work because of an injury sustained by a police dog.” Police dogs are trained to disable suspects by biting, usually an arm or leg. Police dog teams responded to 193,132 calls from 2009-2013.

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National combat hits city stage An array of disciplines and belts of the sporting kind are combatively lining up in Tauranga this weekend as the city hosts the 34th ITF Taekwon-Do New Zealand National Championships. About 400 competitors are expected to cram into the Queen Elizabeth Youth Stadium for the widely regarded annual fixture on July 26-27. Taekwondo, an Olympic event since 2000, is a Korean martial art form combining combat with self-defence.Tournament organiser Christine Young

says it’s exciting for Tauranga to gain hosting rights to the national showcase, with competitors coming from 60 clubs throughout the country, “It [hosting] doesn’t happen that often in Tauranga so it’s fantastic to see. We will be making the most of it.” The first ITF Taekwon-Do national championships were held in Palmerston North in 1981. Competitors range from seven to 57 years old and from novice to World Champions among yellow, blue and black belts. Disciplines at the competition include sparring, power breaking (board breaking), special techniques, patterns and team events.

Get the latest GALAXY at our best price Instructor Christine Young training Kevin Elder before this weekend’s tournament. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

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place in the national team for the next world champs in Italy, 2015. Others will be looking for tough competition as a build-up tournament to compete at the World Cup in Jamaica next month. Competition runs 9am-4pm both days. By Luke Balvert

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More than half of Tauranga City driver’s licence holders would donate an organ after death, according to the latest figures from NZ Transport Agency. Motorist’s willingness to tick the yes box to donation puts Tauranga in the top New Zealand cities for the most number of organ donors. A total of 57 per cent, or 52,916 of the total 92,785 Tauranga motorists, would donate an organ. While in the Western Bay of Plenty a total of 56.47 percent, or 19,999, of 35,412 licence holders also give consent. Tauranga motorists make up 3.01 per cent of the national driving population that indicated they would consent. An NZTA spokeswoman says the data is based on the number of current licence holders at June 29, 2014, but does not give a complete picture as a small percentage of licence holders cannot be regionalised due to an overseas or unrecognised address recorded on the driver licence register. Only 115 of the 3,326,249 licence holders in NZ do not have a donor status recorded on their driver licence record. The figures rank Tauranga third among the main centres, behind Dunedin’s 59.12 per cent and Wellington’s 62 per cent, but ahead of Christchurch, 56.8 per cent, Hamilton, 50.8 per cent, and Auckland, 49 per cent. By Luke Balvert

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Homestead’s archaeological open day An archaeological excavation in the grounds of one of the Western Bay of Plenty’s landmark historic buildings is taking place this month. Those interested in learning more about archaeological excavations have an opportunity to see one taking place close up in a public open day this Sunday at Athenree Homestead, from 11am-3pm. Heritage New Zealand’s lower northern regional archaeologist, Rachel Darmody, says the homestead’s trust is relocating a railway building to the back of the homestead for use as a catering facility. “Because Athenree predates 1900

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- and is therefore an archaeological site under the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act - an excavation of the site will be undertaken under an archaeological authority. “We’re not exactly sure what the archaeological excavation will reveal - but there’s a good chance that the remains of buildings and other activities associated with life at the homestead from the late 1870s will be uncovered.” The public open day on July 27 is open to everybody. Bookings for the excavation are limited and must be registered. Phone Trish Coates on 07 863 5661.

Neil Flemming works on repairs in the Tauranga RDA workshop. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

At 80 years old, Neil Flemming could be forgiven for taking it easy – but the retired police officer won’t stand for that. Instead he’s spent the last seven years volunteering his time at Tauranga Riding for the Disabled – an effort that’s this week seen him named the organisation’s Volunteer of the Year. At a surprise 80th birthday party this week, Neil received the award – which came as a complete surprise. “Well, that was a bit of a surprise. My wife was meant to be driving me to lunch, and she kept driving, and kept driving.” Neil volunteers for up to three days a week, and even during a period of ill health when he was unable to drive, he called upon his wife to drive him up to Welcome Bay so he could keep on top of the jobs that needed doing. Neil says he volunteers to keep himself busy – but it’s an easy task when the people he works alongside, and the organisation’s cause, are so great. He’s particularly fond of farm manager, Ray Thomas.

The pair work together and share a close bond. “We can work so well together. He’s got the knowledge I haven’t got so the pair of us work together. When we got here [for the party] I knew Ray was up to something.” Neil’s volunteer work includes fixing fences fixing, building, and repairing troughs. He’s designed and built therapy riding sensory trails, assisted with construction of the caretaker’s cottage and helped upgrade the ablution block. Ray says Neil is a god-send. “He has such a wide range of maintenance and building experience that he has been invaluable. “Even when recovering from major surgery he came at least three days a week and helped.” Tauranga RDA chief executive officer Kat Macmillan says Neil is one in a million. “He’s such a humble man and never wants a fuss but we think to be eighty years old and volunteering around the farm doing some quite physical jobs deserves a bit of a fuss.” About 80 volunteers support the organisation’s riding therapy programmes. Each year one outstanding volBy Corrie Taylor unteer is selected for the award.

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Weeks of mud, sweat and tears comes to an end in despair or elation for the two teams eager to lift the Bayfair Baywide Premier Club Rugby trophy, breaking lengthy title droughts in the process. Tomorrow’s final between Mount Maunganui Sports and Whakarewarewa at Tauranga Domain sees a heavyweight clash epitomising what has been a tough 2104 premier competition. Both finalists defied the odds in the semifinals, winning their respective matches away from home and against higher ranked opponents in Te Puke and Tauranga Sports. For both teams it is a long time between drinks for premier bragging rights – the Mount last winning in 2005 and Whakarewarewa 2006. It is also the Rotorua men’s first appearance in the finals since 2011. Mount Maunganui captain David Smart says the side is feeling good heading into the most important match of the season after falling short 21-16 to Tauranga Sports in last year’s final. “It’s silly not to be confident when we are going into a hard final like this, but we have prepared well this year,” says Smart. “It’s quite good to see both Whaka and ourselves making it through from third and fourth. I do believe we are both good teams and deserve to be in the finals.” Whakarewarewa finished third in the regular season, boasting one of the best offences in the competition, meaning the Mounties will have their work cut out defensively. Whakarewarewa captain Doug Edwards admits 2011 is a long time to wait for the club’s next finals appearance, describing the meeting as a bit of

John Key’s city visit Prime Minster John Key will meet Papamoa school students before opening a nearby retirement village in a whistle-stop visit to Tauranga City today. Arriving in Tauranga this morning, Mr Key is visiting several organisations including Tui Garden Supplies and Golden Sands School It is likely to be his last visit to the Bay of Plenty before September’s general elections. While at the school he will meet with senior students before walking next door to officially open Freedom Villages – a $46million lifestyle community village for residents over 50-years-old – at 10.15am. The Prime Minister was in Tauranga last month, meeting with Tauranga Boys’ and Girls’ College students, and Bethlehem’s Village Childcare. The 2014 general election is on September 20.

“unfinished business”. The ledger might be squared at one win a piece heading into the final, but previous encounters count for nothing with it comes to finals footy, says Edwards. “They are a good team with threats all over the park. “We need to turn up mentally prepared and with the intensity needed in the final.” Lifting the trophy come the end of the match would be a proud moment for the newly selected Bay of Plenty Steamer, not just for himself but for Rotorua. “To come home with it would be a fantastic lift for our community.” The final at the Tauranga Domain starts at By Luke Balvert 2.45pm.

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Breaking young women’s violence A growing problem with violent young women offenders in Tauranga will be tackled with a new intervention programme being piloted by Tauranga Moana Safe City. Safe City coordinator Mike Mills says the programme, being launched in September, will tackle what has become a significant problem. “You are talking relatively small numbers of offenders – but when things go bad, they go horribly bad. “The impact they can have can be quite devastating,” says Mike, who believes tackling the worst offenders will also reduce copycats. “We are working at the sharp end – these aren’t just those who are at risk, they are already offending. Our feeling is that if we can get a good percentage of them

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young women is an increasing issue everywhere, with nasty posts on social media often triggering the behaviour. To help make the course relevant to participants it’s been adjusted based on feedback from young women. The intensive six-week course is followed by six weeks of mentoring and support for the young woman and their family, to help consolidate behaviour change. “We are hoping they will come away with the tools and techniques to walk away from situations in the future.” Child Youth and Family Tauranga youth justice coordinator Dena Gray wouldn’t comment on how violent offending by young women in Tauranga compared to other areas, but says it’s a “significant” part of her work. By Hamish Carter

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Her management style might be unique but Merivale Community Centre’s new leader has her sights firmly set on ensuring a state-of-the-art facility is built to re-invigorate the suburb. Rachel Palmer, a former St Vincent de Paul youth coordinator, is the centre’s new general manager –and is bringing fresh ideas and visions to help develop what she calls “exciting times” ahead for Merivale. On top of the ‘to do’ list is to continue the tireless work done before her, to get development and construction of a new Merivale Community Centre project underway. Tauranga City Council purchased the land and building at 10 Kesteven Ave for the community centre in 1995, and last year bought 417 Fraser St to provide additional land for the expansion. With a funding recently granted for a feasibility study – as required by council – to amalgamate two adjacent properties, the centre is set to ask the community what it wants in the development. “After working for so many charities, just having a look at what Merivale has got in this century, we are just so overdue in investment,” says Rachel. “I have come in at the best time. All the hard work has been done, but it is now

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moving it forward with new energy.” Rachel says the need for a modern centre highlights one of the main issues she’s aiming to tackle – ensuring the community gains equal recognition alongside other Tauranga City communities. “If we look at other areas, we need to be on par. Poorer communities get handed the broken furniture and we need to turn this around. “My job is to provide the funding to bring

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The benefits of leasing a brand new vehicle This week I’m looking at residual leases. Leasing provides the option As you will be aware, the minute you buy a new car it begins to lose value, estimated at about 50 per cent to drive a brand new vehicle without tying up every four-five years. valuable working capital. This is a very good reason, on its own, to lease a vehicle. You can drive the vehicle of your choice, writing off the depreciation as a business expense as you go. A residual lease is very flexible, often costing less than traditional hire purchase. You avoid the pitfalls of ‘excess kilometres’ and ‘refurbishment’ charges at the end of the lease. Payments are up to 100 per cent tax deductible as a business operat-

ing expense. You’ll also save on the purchase price due to the substantial lease company fleet discounts used to calculate the monthly rentals and the residual value. People often ask me: What happens if circumstances change and we want to get out of a lease? You can terminate the contract on a similar basis as hire purchase. This is different to the traditional Operating Lease packages, where termination costs can be substantial. With a residual lease, you can offer to purchase the vehicle at the residual value at the end of the lease term, so you profit from the sale of the vehicle – not the lease company.

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Switching on to disability awareness By using funded disability awareness training for employees and volunteers, the team at SwitchedOn in Tauranga hope to create a positive change within the workplace. Richard Coad says the words handicapped, crippled and retarded were once terms used regularly in our language.

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Policeman turned BDO insolvency specialist The appointment of Paul Clark as associate adds significant experience to BDO Tauranga’s leadership team. Paul’s had a varied but distinctive career, firstly within the NZ Police and more recently with BDO. Paul’s promotion is the culmination of eight years’ dedicated service to the firm where he’s played an important role in leading milestone projects and providing leadership to the Business Recovery and Insolvency Team. Paul, who has a range of local and national experience, has managed a

Relaying Tauranga’s parking debates

Parking was the hot topic during Council's meeting on Wednesday, which went longer than anyone expected. The first issue was our submission on the resource consent to keep the Rena wreck parked on Astrolabe Reef. We've directed staff to draft a neutral submission noting areas that we're concerned about. The owners have provided their own impact assessments, but it's only the tip of the iceberg. The government is commissioning peer-reviews of the information supplied by the owners and other submitters will provide more information. A neutral submission will give Council the choice to throw our weight behind any good information to ensure we get the best outcome for the city. The second issue was about a free parking trial in the CBD. By free, I mean the ratepayer subsidises up to $400,000 of lost revenue. It was a contentious debate and please note I can only write from my perspective. Council deferred the decision until we have more information. The information provided was just on the trial and was unclear on on-going implications. It is disingenuous to hold a trial without consider-

ing whether it can be sustained into the future. In other words, how will the $25 million for future parking buildings be funded if 'free' parking continues? The new council has proven we're not afraid to make decisions when we have good information. If we think free carparking is the answer we should give the trial a fair chance. I personally doubt it's the right move for our CBD, for many reasons. The other big decision was to fund up to $95,000 to do feasibility and design of the Mount Cosmopolitian Club to become a high performance training facility based next to Blake Park. We'll find out whether the building can handle it and whether people will use it. Council will make a decision whether to proceed in December 2014.

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variety of projects including liquidations, asset recovery, receiverships and business and personal advisory. “I’m delighted to be made an associate. BDO has a great team and culture,” says Paul. “I think it’s fantastic that BDO chooses to strengthen its team by providing opportunities for career development. There’s plenty of exciting initiatives happening at BDO and I’m looking forward to helping lead the business to its next stage.” With his broad range of competencies in the sector and his wealth of experience, Paul brings an integrated perspective to the challenges our clients face.

“Business is not always straightforward. We appreciate the pressures many businesses face and the challenging and emotional time for people when their business is in strife. “We certainly work hard to turn businesses around first by considering alternatives to the insolvency process.” BDO Tauranga is a full-service accounting and business advisory firm and has been a leading provider of professional services in the region for more than 40 years. The firm is part of a national network of BDO offices operating in 14 locations throughout New Zealand.

Leading the way in community giving The rise of social media has opened many doors for people to give to worthwhile causes. Websites such as Givealittle allow lots of people to donate to others and causes they want to support. Social media can “spread the word” literally overnight, to allow fundraising campaigns to reach their targets in a very short time. However, many people want more structure to their giving, and that’s where community foundations like the Acorn Foundation offer a perfect solution. Acorn understands the community and knows the organisations that are really making a difference, and can help to match would-be donors with causes they want to support. Acorn Foundation general manager Nicky Wilkins says they are finding more and more that people want to help, but don’t know where to start. “We can help guide them through the options available, and put together a plan that will not only meet their charitable objectives now and in the future, but also simplify the process. “For most people this means a one-off donation to Acorn once a year, and then we take care of the rest and report back to them annually.” There are now 12 community foundations established around New Zealand, and most are looking to Acorn to guide their growth and development. Acorn’s new chair Glenn Keaney, a partner at KPMG, is excited by the growth of the community foundation movement and sees enormous

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We have so few older buildings left in Tauranga, so it’s good to have the Otumoetai schoolhouse relocate to the Historic Village rather than the potential of it leaving Tauranga or even being demolished. Parking parity: This article is being written prior to the council meeting to discuss Mainstreet’s initiative of a two-hour free parking promotion in the CBD for the next three-four months. Parking parity has been a hot topic for the last six years that I’ve been a councillor.

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leave for new horizons overseas. The Government is somewhat carefree in respect to the number of continuing job losses and the flight of our intelligence overseas. The Canterbury rebuild isn’t proving to be the resolution to lack of employment this Government may have hoped. Interestingly, there’s reported growth in the number of under 25-year-olds staying at home and preferring to continue their tertiary study in a home-based environment. Youth are also staying at school longer, and this has necessitated a divergent school curricular to cope with changing student demands and learning needs.

It’s great to see the Otumoetai Schoolhouse arrived safely at the Historic Village on Monday morning. The green and white building fits in well with surrounding buildings, both colour-wise and size and bulk. Already expressions of interest of interest in tenancy have been received and there’s been an offer by Friends of the Historic Village to assist with foundations for the building.

This is yet another SOS from the NZ Independent Coalition – we have a number of initiatives to save our students. First will be an overhaul of Studylink, to remove the frustrating bureaucracy our students report to. We’ll reduce wait time, increase staff and provide a universal liveable student allowance. We have a number of other policies to deliver at our official launch – next Tuesday, July 29, at Omanu Surf Club from 6pm, so come along. Last statistics report more than 1000 Kiwis continue to pack their bags and

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potential for Acorn to contribute to the Western Bay of Plenty region. “As Acorn grows we will be able to really scale up the level of support we can extend to this region. “We really welcome everyone who has an interest in supporting this community to consider donating through Acorn, either through planned giving in their lifetime or through their wills,” says Nicky. Next month Acorn will distribute close to $430,000 to charities and community groups across the region, which is a 16 per cent increase on last year. You can find out about some of the organisations that have benefited from Acorn Foundation support on www.acornfoundation.org.nz

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re-dressing income inequality, and will continue to insulate cold houses. Currently, the minimum age for supporting early child education is three. The Greens propose to reduce this age to two, in order to give families greater flexibility in their decisions about child care and when to return to work. The Greens are aiming for a world where children live in warm homes, arrive at school healthy, are well-fed, have parents earning a liveable wage, and are well socialised from an early age, so they integrate easily into the school system.

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elderly members of our community live in cold homes. Cold homes result in increased asthma, respiratory infections and circulatory problems, with more trips to the doctor and pharmacy. Not only is the cost of living rising, there are many people who’ve had no increase in income. The Government blames the rise in line charges for increasing power costs. However, we cannot ignore the fact all the power companies are now controlled by private interests, and these companies want to maximise profits for shareholders.

Some alternative approaches to education policy are emerging in the lead-up to this general election. We have proposals for both top-down and bottom-up approaches to supporting teaching expertise. The Greens believe our teachers are pretty good, and propose to give children the support they need to thrive. In lower decile schools, the Greens will establish support services, including better nursing care and quality lunches. For 25 per cent of our children that live in poverty, the Greens aim to improve family incomes through It’s winter, well and truly. My electricity bill arrived online this week, and I gasped out loud. While the numbercrunchers debate the level of power price increases in New Zealand, the reality for the bill-payers is the price hikes continue. Winter, by nature, requires extra electricity consumption with heating, longer nights, fewer outdoor barbecues, more crockpot meals; and in wet, cold weather, dryers and electric blankets. Rising grocery and fuel bills mean winter is a time dreaded by many people on fixed incomes. The consequence is families and

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Multicultural mission comes to an end When Ewa Fenn first settled in Tauranga 25 years ago she was part of the city’s small migrant community, blending in until the native Pole started talking. By Hamish Carter

“As soon as I spoke people wanted to know where I was from,” says Ewa, who is stepping down from her seven-year role as Tauranga Regional Multicultural Council president following a final event next week..

After seven years leading the Tauranga Regional Multicultural Council, Ewa Fenn has passed the reigns to new president Barry Reid. Photo by Tracy Hardy. While thinking Kiwis were judging her when they asked her nationality, Ewa later realised it was just curiosity. And with tolerance and acceptance critical to her – she believes the increasing visibility of migrants in the Western Bay of Plenty community has led to less prejudice. “Because there are so many migrants and they are in shops and they are doctors and policemen and so on, it’s just normal,” says Ewa, who is excited about the region’s increasingly multicultural community. “I’ve seen a huge change in the number of people settling here – we’ve got 100 ethnic groups involved now.” Ewa has been a big part of this change through the TRMC’s work, including fostering monthly Living in Harmony events where nationalities share their culture with the public. “It’s always good to hear people’s stories and see their pictures. It brings the culture to life,” says Ewa, who

recalls being surprised by the Bangladeshi culture at an event. “They had pictures of beautiful cities and beautiful scenery – it wasn’t what I expected.” Since getting involved in TRMC about 10 years ago, Ewa has been a major driving force behind its growth. Highlights include helping make the region more accommodating to migrants by establishing the Bay of Plenty Interpreting Service – now offering translators in 20 languages – and pushing for changes in government services to help new settlers. “It’s been a busy few years, but it’s been very satisfying,” says Ewa, who is turning her focus to family and supporting the Polish Community Trust and its children’s language school. Ewa will be replaced by incoming president Barry Reid. The multicultural council’s growth will be celebrated on Wednesday, when its 20th anniversary is marked with a function. For details, call 07 571 6419.

Steptoe in Katikati this Saturday It’s back – and it’s bulging out of three sheds ready for eager punters wanting a bargain. Katikati Lions’ annual Steptoe Auction and Garage Sale is on this weekend at the memorial hall ready for the traditionally huge crowd to pick up a quick sale, then bid for elite items. “Last year we had a change and

sold most goods by garage sale and put only some of the more unique and valuable items up for auction – and we’re doing this again,” says organiser Don Moffat. He says, as usual, mountains of items are flooding in at the last minute and this year’s event offers a real eclectic mix. “A lot of exercise equipment, camping gear, the usual crockery and cutlery, lots of furniture and

beds by the dozen, among other things.” Don says the garage sale will start 8am and the auction begins about 10am in the hall. The event will have Eftpos. “Again all profits will be put back into the community – we’re not sure if it will support one or several projects but certainly one recipient will be Katikati’s St John ambulance building project.”

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Tauranga City will soon have the power to recommend special housing areas to the Government after being identified as a priority city for the development of a Housing Accord. Tauranga City Council is currently working with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Franchise on the top Signature Homes’ Bay of Plenty team are proving unbeatable in client satisfaction, scooping their seventh consecutive Customer Satisfaction Award at the recent Signature Homes National conference. The team also reigned supreme by winning the prestigious Franchise of the Year award – the fourth for owners Craig and Debbie Williams in six years. Sales manager Dave Rudd says the overall award shows staff are performing at the top level across the board, from sales through to design and construction. “It’s a team effort, it’s definitely

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Water project quenches thirst More than 600 Papua New Guinea locals have access to safe drinking water after the completion of a $90,000 water project prompted by Tauranga man Gordon Mock.

Sourcing adequate water for the 600 occupants of Banz in the Western Highlands has been a problem for 50 years, with polluted, dirty water pumped from the Wahgi River to a tank on a hill one kilometre away their main water supply.

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Jim Dowman, Gordon Mock, Peter Rowse, Thomas Strahan, Brian Keam and Trevor Troughton. All from the Tauranga area except Australian Peter. Two years ago Gordon, who works as a volunteer with locals for the Christian Leaders Training College based at Banz, identified a solution for the water shortage. “I’d seen solutions to similar issues during previous experience on farms in South Australia.” During the last year, components for the project have been loaded into containers in New Zealand and Australia to be shipped to Lae and then road transported to CLTC. A few weeks ago, five people from Tauranga flew to Banz to assemble the project. “It entailed hiring a 20 tonne digger to excavate the gravel bed near the Wahgi River and placing the well sections, starting below water level and gluing the sections together as well as attaching two horizontal slotted pipes, packed

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BUILDING, BUYING & RENOVATING Jon McAlpine is the newest member of The Thorne Group.

Meet the newest man on the block He’s experienced, competitive by nature and loves a challenge – and he’s the newest member of the Thorne Group in Tauranga. The Thorne Group is welcoming experienced architectural designer Jon McAlpine to the team – an addition his new colleagues call a great endorsement to the family brand. This is because Jon has more than 10 years’ experience in the industry and has been involved in many high-profile award-winning homes. The 33-year-old believes he brings a wealth of design, energy and experience to the team. Adhering to The Thorne Group’s motto ‘good design takes time not money’ – Jon says he will focus on all facets of the business from affordable bespoke designed homes to high-end architectural homes. “I have a very competitive nature,” says Jon.

“I love the challenge of the whole design and build concept and work with clients until it’s perfect. “Design is exciting and working closely with the client to achieve their dream which is my reward – and it doesn’t need to cost the earth.” Marketing manager Lisa Buck says Jon’s involvement in the team enables them to provide a more complete design service – resulting in an extremely cost-effective way to design a unique home that adheres to budget. “Jon works with the very latest technology, transforming handdrawn sketches into 3D computer generated walkthroughs. “More than often these skills are made available during the client procurement phase at no cost – enabling potential clients to have a comprehensive tailored design package available to compare our service offering to other new home providers.” Contact The Thorne Group or visit their show home at The Lakes to discuss how they can design to By Zoe Hunter your budget.

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This is the house that love built!

Community pulls together to More than 30 Tauranga labourers and dozens of volunteers are pulling together to undertake the first large-scale charitable renovation of a Homes of Hope house in the organisation’s 11 years. Led by Mount Mosaic Church, the renovation work will see the safe house significantly extended, creating more space, an ensuite for the adult carers and an extra bedroom/office area. It will also renovate the meeting area and extend the playroom. Homes of Hope CEO Hilary Price is overwhelmed with the way the community has pulled together for the organisation, which provides foster care to abused and/or neglected children. “We are just completely

and utterly amazed at the support we’re being given. It just shows the wonderful good will in our community, from Waihi to Te Puke. “It also shows if we all give a little, much can be accomplished.” Thirty-four suppliers and/or trades people are supplying the requirements for the renovation, with volunteers – mostly from Mount Mosaic – providing the manpower. “They’re also going to be recycling materials to improve the meeting area and office, and extending our playroom so we can develop our play therapy room.” Work began on the home last weekend and is scheduled to be

complete by July 30. Hilary says the house is currently home to four children and a baby, all aged between one and eight years old. They live together with a ‘house mum’ and a support worker. “They are all such wonderful children, and it will be such a beautiful thing to gift them this newly-renovated house when it’s complete.” Hilary says the house, prior to the renovation, was at capacity, but afterwards there will be room for more children in need and better living accommodation for the ‘house parents’. “It all depends on the ages, because there is a baby at the moment then there’s more space, if the children were all older we wouldn’t have as many living together.”

Project manager Bryan Archer says more than $23,000 in resources and labour has been donated to the project, and wishes to thank everyone involved for their unbelievable generosity. “I really want to acknowledge the goodwill of the Tauranga business community, not only in supplying the materials but the guys that are volunteering their time. “A special thanks for their generosity. That is what it’s all about.” Homes of Hope began in 2002, opened its first home in 2003, and marked 11 years of operation in June. Hilary says they have cared for 142 children, with the shortest stay just one day, and the longest seven years. “Unfortunately, all of them have experienced significant trauma and abuse of some kind. Children are not removed from their home lightly, so these are children who have faced very hard circumstances. “They are all such wonderful, gifted children.” ...continued

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renovate charity’s safehouse continued... The organisation provides a multi-dimensional care service, that begins with offering safe accommodation but goes so much further, says Hilary. “We provide so much more than just a roof over their heads, we’re very committed to keeping siblings together firstly and ensuring stability for them. “We also have our own non-invasive assessment system, which can help us accurately ascertain the needs of the children. “We can then develop a unique therapy plan for each child, and we follow

through with that. Even after they have left us, we keep in contact to see they are doing well.” Hilary says sometimes children can return home very successfully; most often they will go to whanau or kin care, or find a permanent home. “That’s our aim; that those who the children go to are well supported, they know the children’s routines and we continue to encourage ongoing relationships so it’s not fragmented for the children.” Home of Hope relies on the work of its generous volunteers, ranging from cooks and cleaners to full-time carers. “We have house parents who live in with the children on a fulltime basis.”

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Exercising your rights to health The daffodils are out and the days are getting longer – which means it’s the perfect time to begin a new fitness routine.

through to a four-week fitness challenge. Seniors’ health is a focus of many classes during the month including low impact exercise sessions aiming to improve balance and cut the risk of falls. There’s also heart health classes for those at risk of a heart condition, as well as various fun fitness classes aimed at the age group. Dr Anna Rolleston, whose Cardiac Clinic runs exercise classes for over 65s and those with heart conditions, says exercise, like medicine, needs to be taken in the right dose for seniors. “You can’t expect to be able to do what you could before your cardiac event, so we tailor the class to be at the right level.”

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With spring almost a month away, Sport Bay of Plenty recreation advisor Larissa Cuff is encouraging everyone to shake off the winter blues and get active in August with Play in the Bay’s ‘Move it Month’ activities. With 49 activities in the Western Bay during the month, the programme includes have a go classes for all ages and interests – from aerobic exercise classes, to dance fitness routines, instruction in various martial arts

Anna says the heart health session, on August 4, helps participants’ hearts physiologically as well as offering social and mental health benefits for them. “We know that happier people are healthier and those who have had a cardiac event are at higher risk of depression or anxiety, so this can help.” Other activities in the first week include an introduction to Zumba fitness dance, beginners pilates and step classes, introductory classes in tai chi and kung fu, and the start of a four-week ‘get into fitness’ challenge. The full calendar can be picked up from libraries or downloaded from www.sportbop.co.nz By Hamish Carter

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the times waiting trackside for him in Hawke’s Bay when he was drag racing. “He was having lots of fun, but it got pretty boring hanging around Thunderpark.” After hooking up with passionate racing enthusiast JP, one of Motorsport BOP’s top drivers, her interest was soon revived. Starting out helping on the sideline, Kristi was soon co-driving. “I really enjoy it. You’re sitting back, having a great time and you don’t have to worry about being in charge.” During the last three months Kristi has cut her teeth in the driving seat, learning to take charge first in a tarmac bent sprint at the back of Rotorua, coming a respectable second in her class driving her 1600cc Honda CRX

del Sol, then recently completing the Baypark Motorkhana and Autocross event. “But this will be my first rally, so that’s pretty exciting,” says Kristi, who will be driving on gravel for the first time at the event centred around Te Matai Motorsport Park in TECT All Terrain Park. While Kristi will be behind the wheel, the true test could be on co-driver JP. “I think he gets a bit frustrated not being in control.” The event follows clubman’s rally rules, making it an ideal introduction for novice motorsport drivers. The format requires less than 80km of special stages and no stage notes. Racing will take place on Sunday from 9am-2pm. For a map of spectator points, and other details, go to www.mbop.org.nz By Hamish Carter

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Bag up those broccoli bargains Sometimes your body tells you things – and somehow you know just what you need. Recently I craved fresh greens, and couldn’t resist the bargain at the greengrocers with broccoli at 90 cents per head. The same shop had the very fashionable kale at $3.50 for five floppy leaves. This super vege has taken over the popularity as number one seller. Broccoli still remains a super vege packed with vital nutrients – and for me, has much more versatility. And the microgreens from broccoli are highly beneficial. The best way to eat broccoli is to grill it with some olive oil, lemon juice and cheese. However, this week’s going share my simple and tasty broccoli and peanut butter soup. It’s perfect for when you buy too many

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Protecting kiwifruit the next hot topic Protecting the kiwifruit industry is the focus of the next Cade Scientifique meeting in Tauranga, on August 4.

Presenter Barry O’Neil, Kiwifruit Vine Health chief executive, will look at plans put in place to help overcome the future impacts of Psa-V, including research into more tolerant new kiwifruit varieties and implementation of orchard management practices. Barry says while growers cannot eradicate Psa from their properties completely, they’re in a better space, due to higher returns, confidence in new varieties, two good growing seasons and improved disease-management practices. Anyone is welcome to attend the 7pm talk at Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club, Sulphur Point. Entry is $5, with light refreshments from 6.30pm.

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Getting porky Well it’s good to be back in the Bay. I’d be untruthful if I said I didn’t miss Italy. We had a great tour and everyone seemed to enjoy their Cucina Amore Food Lovers Tour. One thing we craved up is good New Zealand pork, so as soon as we got back I had to make a plate of sticky pork ribs. Not very Italian, I know, but I’m a Kiwi at heart – trapped in an Italian body. View our tour on Cucina Direct Facebook page. We had a ball. The next tour’s information will be out soon.

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Tasty initiative throws decile rank to the wind

A free food initiative at a decile 5 school is attracting a growing number of hungry students, belittling assumptions schools with higher decile rates don’t have struggling families.

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Mount Maunganui College’s Kai Ora programme supplies students in need with free morning tea daily. School nurse Clare Wilson started the initiative, which has grown from six students a day to more than 25, and marked its first year earlier this month. “It’s not always the same students; it depends what’s happening that day at home or school. “I’m hoping it doesn’t need to get bigger, but we are seeing a great need, particularly in some of their families who are really struggling across the board.” The school’s catchment area means students come from a wide range of backgrounds and financial situations, says Clare. “We have a decile 1 and 2 feeder school that come here when they’re finished at primary and intermediate. “A decile 5 school is only representative of the school as a whole; it doesn’t mean all of the children are from decile 5 families or above.” Kai Ora is run solely by donations of food and funding from local businesses. Clare says it was only a matter of time and effort to get it started. “As soon as I started making mention of the need in the community, they started responding really quickly.” Two major financial sponsors are Nautilus Shipping Agency and Dental Plus, and food comes daily from Café 88 and Mount Bakery. Student Henare Angell, 15, says the programme has helped him concentrate better in class. “You can’t learn on an empty stomach, I know.

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Tauranga residents can taste the top recipes to emerge from Vogel’s national food competition, with the Vogel’s Toast of NZ Cafe parking up on The Strand this weekend. The competition’s top 12 masterpieces will be available to try from today until Monday, July 28, from 7am-3pm as part of the cafe’s national July tour. Among the top recipes is New Zealand model Rachel Hunter’s favourite, The Big Hug – A Pear and Camembert Bake, made by Thames women Barby Barclay. “The masterpiece recipes that Kiwis have come up with are incredible and absolutely mouth-watering,” says Rachel. “My favourite topping for Vogel’s on the go is the trusted Marmite and Avocado – it’s great, but nothing quite like anything on the menu at the Toast of NZ Cafe.” After calling for entries from throughout New Zealand, judges made the call on the top 40 innovative

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“When I haven’t had breakfast I moan at the teacher, I don’t do my work and I play around, but when I have breakfast I do my work.” Clare says Kai Ora runs at

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Art continues as goodwill grows also benefits from the exhibition’s gold coin entry donation. Mount Maunganui’s Lightwave Gallery director Ken Wright organised the exhibition, which includes landscapes, abstract art, metal plant sculptures, stone carvings and abstract steel paintOrganiser Paul Dean, of Oceanside Homes, hopes the figure will be boosted into the thousands with the ings. The exhibition idea has stemmed extension of the exhibition, which opened in May from Paul’s interest in art and a Paul, whose business holds the Lockwood Homes Tauranga franchise, has transformed Papamoa’s Tatahi keenness to provide some financial assistance to a local surf lifesaving club. Grove Lockwood showhome into a gallery. “Clubbies save lives, yet surf clubs Ten per cent of art sold goes to the surf club, which receive no government funding and fundraising is particularly hard for them during winter months. I see this as a win for local artists and a win for the surf club.” Doing good for the benefit of the

An art exhibition, benefitting Bay artists and already raising hundreds of dollars for the Papamoa Surf Lifesaving Club, is being extended until mid-August.

community is nothing new for this Mount Maunganui businessman. This week he’s also celebrating Lockwood Homes winning the ‘Readers Digest’ Most Trusted Home Builder award for the second year running. In the last seven years Paul has helped about 20 people through Business Mentors New Zealand – a programme run locally through Tauranga Chamber of Commerce. Paul is a firm believer in the philosophy ‘givers gain’ in life. “You do good and it will come back to you. Through mentoring, for example, I see people make changes and improvements; and their gratitude is a reward in itself. It is a joy to help.”

Paul Dean, helping artists and surf lifesavers. The large, door-sized art is by Ken Wright, while the hanging coat and hat is by timber sculptor Kevin McCardell.

AIMing for inspiring start Hard work, determination, lots of practice and a good serving of talent – it’s a recipe that can take you from small town New Zealand to the top of the world. It’s a story all parents try to drum into their chilThree time world champion hip hop crew The Royal Family (pictured dren, whether their flair lies on the sports field, stage with star and choreographer Parris Goebel back row third from right), or academics – and it’s a message the TECT AIMS will perform at the AIMS Games opening ceremony. Games Opening Ceremony is promoting. for the intermediate school dream and giving it your best, South Auckland-based threesports competition. which is something we’re right time world champion hip hop “I’m so excited. It’s going to be into it,” says Brett. dance group The Royal Family an amazing opening ceremony,” Parris splits her time between will perform onstage at the says Vicki, who is preparing for Auckland – where she runs a ceremony – hopefully with their another record tournament in dance studio and trains her three talented star and choreographer September with student numworld class crews – and the US, Parris Goebel, who at 21 has bers up by 900 to 7400 and 225 where she recently completed already worked with international schools, boosted from last year’s filming for Hollywood dance superstar J-Lo. 193. movie ‘Step Up’. “We can’t promise Parris will be Speaking on behalf of Parris, After winning the World Hip there – just in case Beyonce calls who was juggling her busy schedHop Championships for the last – but she definitely will be if her ule of choreographing her three three years, the 25-member Royal schedule’s free,” says manager and world class dance crews and preFamily crew is returning to the father Brett Goebel. paring to produce New Zealand’s Las Vegas event next month to put Sharing the opening ceremony’s first hip hop movie, Brett says the on its own hour-long showcase stage will be netball legend Irene group is excited about performing performance – rather than comvan Dyk as guest speaker, in at the intermediate students sports peting – while Parris’ two other what NZCT AIMS Games tourtournament. crews, which came second and nament director Vicki Semple “It’s just a great event. The third in their class, will be going says will be an inspiring start games are all about following your for gold. By Hamish Carter

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Influenza clinical trial calling for participants

The Tauranga Hospital Clinical Trials Unit needs more participants for its influenza trial. Pictured - Research Nurse Wendy Arnold reviews a potential flu patient for the trial.

The Clinical Trials Unit at Tauranga Hospital is calling for participants to join its Favor Flu short-term influenza study. If you have the flu and are interested in becoming part of the trial, please get in touch with Research Nurse Wendy Arnold on 579 8531 or wendy.arnold@bopdhb. govt.nz Principal Investigator Dr Philip Garden says it’s important to get in touch fairly quickly. “The purpose of the study is to test how well the study drug works in adults who have flu symptoms that began within 48 hours of their first dose. Participants will be required to have daily visits for the first few days, with the study ending on day 22.”

Influenza is a viral infection. Flu symptoms can include fever, chills, muscle pains or achy feeling, tiredness, as well as respiratory symptoms such as a cough, stuffy nose and feeling short of breath. The normal treatment for flu is to treat the symptoms with over-thecounter medications or treat with prescription medications that are approved to treat flu. The Clinical Trials Unit brings new treatments to patients with the goal of achieving better health outcomes for the community. The unit is part of the Bay of Plenty Clinical School Charitable Trust and carries out drug, device and procedure trials. Some studies may last years, others only require participation for weeks or months. “We are particularly excited about this flu study as it will have over 600 participants world-wide,” says Dr Garden.

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Focus 500 club turning 40 Next month marks 40 years of competitive and social card playing for the Papamoa 500 Club. Started in 1947 by then-road worker Len Hawkins, the club has transitioned through numerous locations, boasted many presidents, and now sits at 60-70 members. Among members are club treasurer Dave Pollock and Graeme Brown and club patron Iris Rose. president Graeme Brown, who have been playing the game “Some people don’t know that when they since they were children. start, but they soon learn.” “It’s a load of fun, and it’s not as competiThe club plays every Thursday from tive as bridge,” says Graeme. midday at Papamoa Sports Centre. A number of strict rules are in play, such Members will celebrate the 40th birthday as never leaving your partner with six no on August 7. trumps.

Growing retail with free parking offer Some may see this as ‘kicking the hornets’ nest’, but free parking is one of a number of factors with an effect on retail growth and success. I recently completed a research project and found more than 30 factors affecting retail profitability. Primarily, the key factors include ‘the offer’ – it has to be inspirational and aspirational, have ability to create reasons, not excuses, to shop in an area, clean environments and amenities, and of course deliver a retail offering and menu of services customers want. There are many areas with ‘free parking’ that don’t do well. Similarly, there are areas with paid parking that do very well – the link between the two perhaps suggests the question: ‘Does the offer meet what the customer demands?’ People will often pay a premium to get what they want when they want it. Just a thought? Papamoa is currently going through a growth phase, where we have an opportunity to ask our customers/stakeholders regularly what they want – and tailor an offer to meet these demands. Papamoa Progressive Association has asked and is delivering on a promise to provide ‘town hall’ style meetings and access to our city councillors and a range of interesting

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speakers. Last week Tony Ryall gave a sneak preview of his valedictory speech to a large crowd of Papamoa residents. Next month PPA will deliver a ‘Meet the candidates’ evening, where all of our Bay of Plenty election candidates will be available to answer your questions. Mark Monday August 11, at 7.30pm at Gordon Spratt Reserve, in your diaries – see

you there. Papamoa Unlimited – the retailer-led promotions group – has asked locals what they’d like to see and is set to deliver on the promise of a locally-themed Santa Parade. Again, mark your calendar – this time for Sunday, November 23. Finally, Palm Beach Plaza is in the process of collating the enormous response generated from asking customers to firstly choose a name for the redeveloping shopping centre; and secondly, to pick some retailers that would add value to the ‘Papamoa experience’. The response was very clear: Papamoa has come of age. Watch this space for the results. Development starts early-August to deliver on this promise. Ask your customers what they really want – and give it to them! Is it really that free and easy?

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Invite to enjoy cosy winter warming treatments As winter well and truly settles in, Tauranga’s Totally You is inviting residents to get cosy with their exciting winter warmer combos and detox programmes. Totally You owner Glenys Cowling says a very popular treatment this winter is the Trio Combo, which combines reflexology and a full body lymphatic drainage using a unique oxy megastation machine, finishing with a warming back massage. In addition to this, they have a new ‘Ion foot spa’ treatment which, combined with the trio treatment, can help assist with self-detoxification and rebalancing of the body, says Glenys. “This process may improve liver and kidney function, circulation and metabolism and general wellbeing.” Totally You is offering this add-on treatment, valued at $40, free with every

Trio Combo booked. “These detox treatments are a wonderful prelude to our tummy toning and body firming treatments, which are popular in spring,” says Glenys. Totally You also stock a delicious liquid nutritional formula combining nine sea vegetables, sea weed and Aloe Vera. Glenys says a simple daily drink can, during time, make huge changes in health. “It’s a wonderful complement to the other services provided at the clinic.” Other winter warmer packages include a soothing tease Totally You owner Glenys Cowling using a treatment on a client. organise 60-minute facial and tourism travel consultant Jackie 50-minute relaxation masfantastic value, says Glenys. Brown shares her expertise and sage, or the calming tease facial She’s inviting residents to visit options for restorative surgery in Totally You at Balmedie Ridge and eye combo treatment. These are all available at a in Bethlehem on August 9, when Thailand. Bookings are essential.

New centre offers mums birthing options Tauranga’s expectant mothers will have another birthing option from October when a long-awaited birthing centre opens its doors.

Bethlehem Birthing Centre is a privately owned primary birthing facility for women having natural, non-complicated births – and will be free for all expectant women eligible for publicly-funded maternity services in New Zealand. Women who give birth in Tauranga Hospital will also be able to go to Bethlehem Birthing Centre to receive their post-natal care. The purpose-built 12-room centre will occupy the upper level and part of the ground floor at a new building under construction on the corner of State Highway 2, opposite the Z service station. Chief executive Nicky Campbell says they want to

provide a safe and beautiful non-clinical setting for women having a natural birth. “The birthing centre will be a sanctuary for new mums and their families where mums and their babies will have the best chance to bond and achieve a positive start in life together.” Bethlehem Birthing Centre founder Chloe Wright says every mother Bethlehem Birthing Centre co-founder Gabi will be treated with Buechel, chief executive Nicky Campbell and respect and the birthing centre will be a place of co-founder Chloe Wright. integrity and trust. “We are committed to giving our time of bonding for mother and baby.” best care to all mothers and babies, and Premium rooms will be available at the centre will be run according to our no cost to all eligible mothers. Deluxe values of commitment, respect, enthusi- rooms will be available, but will incur a asm, diversity, integrity and trust.” fee. There will be a charge for women Gabi Buechel, also a founder, says the ineligible for publicly funded maternity centre will take a holistic approach to care and recovery. birthing. As a primary care facility, no special“We want to provide valuable inforists, obstetricians or GPs will be on mation and post-natal support to new site, but women in labour and their mothers so that when they return home, midwives will be supported by registhey are prepared for their new role and tered health professionals, who will be can care for their baby with greater con- on-duty at the birthing centre 24 hours, fidence. It’s such a special and crucial seven days a week.

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37 “I long to accomplish a great and noble task, but it is my chief duty to accomplish small tasks as if they were great and noble” – HELEN KELLER I’d love to see great things achieved in my life, and I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking this. However, I know it is only by doing the small things that great things can occur. If I look at a beautiful masterpiece, I realise – of course – it didn’t just

happen. It needed a great deal of time to create…to mix the colours, apply brushstrokes, to create the perspective, form the style and to put soul into it. Perhaps it’s by putting soul –and love – into our small tasks we begin to see greatness, to see the masterpiece. What is the impact you observe when you put soul into the small daily tasks you do? If you’d like to find out more about coaching, phone Mary Parker for a complimentary session 07 577 1200, or visit www.coachingtheattitude.co.nz

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Latest research revealed The latest research findings from two international Myalgic encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome conferences will be shared at a free seminar in Tauranga next weekend. Doctors, health practitioners, ME/CFS sufferers, carers and family members are invited to come along and hear the new information on Saturday, August 2. ME/CFS is a debilitating condition affecting the immune, neurological and endocrine systems. Symptoms include ongoing exhaustion, poor sleep, problems with memory and concentration, and muscle and joint pain. New Zealand ME/CFS expert Dr Ros Vallings will speak at the seminar, hosted by ME/CFS Support BOP. She will present findings from the 11th biennial International Association for CFS/ME research and

clinical conference, held in San Francisco in March, and the ninth annual international ME conference in London. This conference showcased the latest and most promising biomedical research into ME. ME/CFS Support BOP manager Jacqui Bassett says people suffering from ME/CFS can look okay while feeling very unwell. “Consequently, they may endure misunderstanding and skepticism from many around them. “They may also encounter difficulty obtaining a diagnosis as there is currently no definitive diagnostic test, and some symptoms of ME/CFS are found in other conditions.” Jacqui says there is light at the end of the tunnel, with much research carried out worldwide. “Researchers are increasingly willing to collaborate, thus speeding up the search for a diagnostic test and treatments for sufferers.” The seminar is at Otumoetai Baptist Church hall at 10.30am, August 2.

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Learning more about Botox Botox became a household name when it was approved for cosmetic use for the treatment of frown lines in 2002.

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Known as a drug to smooth out wrinkles, you may not know it’s been licensed as a safe and effective treatment for a number of medical conditions caused by overactive muscles, since the 1990s. Botox is a natural, purified protein. The active ingredient is derived from bacteria in much the same way penicillin is derived from mould. Botox is the number one cosmetic treatment for wrinkles, frown lines and crow’s feet. Botox treatments are a quick and effective way to reverse time and slow the effects of ageing. The treatment itself is done by an experienced registered nurse, after a consultation to discuss the results you can expect. Following treatment it takes a week for the muscles to weaken and creases to smooth out. Results normally last between three-four months, but can last up to

six. This varies for each person. Side effects are minimal and will be discussed at the consultation. Botox can also be used to overcome excessive sweating, as small amounts of Botox are injected into the armpits, giving relief from sweating for at least six months and often longer. People who experience regular headaches or migraines use Botox to ease their symptoms. It can often stop headaches altogether with regular treatment. Both of these results have been life-changing for people. Phone the Skin Centre for a free consultation with Leanne or Nicola, to see if Botox is the treatment for you.

Mothers to join annual NZ latch on Tauranga mums will join thousands of others nationally and globally in marking a milestone breastfeeding event – the 10th annual Big Latch On. Next Friday, August 2, mothers are invited to Hungahungatoroa Marae in Matapihi to simultaneously breastfeed their babies at 10am. Waipu Hauora and Te Kupenga Hauora o Tauranga Moana are partnering with Women’s Health Action to organise the Tauranga event, joining thousands of women from different cultures and backgrounds aiming to make this year the biggest demonstration yet.

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Organiser Riria Te Kani says women been given a wonderful gift to be able to breastfeed. “Waipu Hauora encourages our mama [mothers] to feed for as long as they can for optimum health, nutrition and financial benefits, but also to establish and grow the maternal bond between mother and child. “The Big Latch On is a perfect opportunity to gather as a group in a safe, welcoming and stunning environment to celebrate its 10th anniversary together here at Hungahungatoroa Marae. Their aim is to raise awareness and promote ‘breast is best’ at all times. “Breastfeeding is a beautiful thing and we should embrace it as the natural essence

of great beginnings.” This is the sixth year Te Kupenga Hauora o Tauranga Moana has been involved and last year’s Bayfair event attracted 17 mums and babies. Te Kupenga Hauora manager Theresa Wharekura is hoping to see up to 40 mothers and babies in attendance. “There are so many health benefits to breastfeeding. From when baby is born it acts as a first type of immunisation and then, as they get older, it’s simply the best food available. “Breast milk is a living thing and you can’t replicate that in a can.” For more information on the Tauranga Big Latch On event phone Riria on 07 577 1921 or admin@waipuhauora.org.nz

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Businesses encouraged to join wellness plan A Welcome Bay retirement village is leading the way in a regional workplace health initiative, and challenging other businesses to give it a go.

Sharon Muru says 37 workplaces curWe found they weren’t eating very rently use WorkWell, with 12 bronze well, so we’re offering reduced priced accreditations, nine silver and one meals they can take home for lunch gold. and dinner.” “We congratulate Greenwood Todd says staff were asked what Park on their bronze accreditation, changes they would like, and had a as achieving this level demonstrates vital role in development the prothe foundations of WorkWell are in Metlife Care Greenwood Park in Welcome gramme along the way. place and can be built on over time, WorkWell also interviewed the staff Bay was last week awarded bronze accreditaprogressing to silver.” By Corrie Taylor tion for its WorkWell practices, introducing to ensure changes were being carried health and wellness benefits and options for out successfully. Next is a plan to get its 65 staff. WorkWell, created and facilitated by Toi Te company bicycles for staff to use when workOra - Public Health Service, is a workplace ing across the village’s 17 system designed to improve the health of hectares. employees while boosting morale and job “Where the company satisfaction. wins is hopefully your It’s currently in use throughout the Bay of staff have less illness, Plenty and Lakes district health boards. But having witnessed the positive response they are more productive and have more energy.” from his own staff, Greenwood Park Toi Te Ora – Public manager Todd Jenkins is hoping businesses Health Service health further afield will pick it up. improvement manager “It’s a good philosophy and I’d be glad to see it go beyond the Bay; we’ll certainly be taking it among our other villages. “The staff seem very keen on it; they like Deanna Way (Naturopath in-store) bookings essential. the idea and it’s a real winner.” It’s taken Greenwood Park 18 months to achieve the bronze certificate, consisting of three initiatives: physical activity, healthy eating, and sun safety. “We’re really promoting physical fitness, so we’ve made all the exercise rooms and the pool available for staff. “We’re also promoting staff meals, as a lot of our staff are solo parents or individuals. Nutra-Life Kyolic® high potency

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However with our ever-increasing ageing population, a clinical physiologist is also a key player in long-term health management into older age. Individualised exercise programmes are important at any age. However, an individualised programme becomes even more important as we get older, because even if our goal is simply to maintain good health, there are many considerations to take into account when prescribing the dose of exercise. Have you had any health issues? How well do your joints function? What medications are you

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Fergus biking for first time Fergus Aitken, 7, with his new trike, being cheered on by parents Warren Aitken and Sandra Peter, Te Whanau Kotahi general manager Barry Davies and Lions Club of Bethlehem and Te Puna member Terry Gunn. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

A Tauranga boy born with Down syndrome is now able to cycle – just like any other seven-year-old – after being gifted a special $2500 trike from Bethlehem Te Puna Lions Club. Child development service Te Whanau Kotahi has supported seven-year-old Fergus Aitken since he was born and approached the Lion’s club for help with funding a new trike for him. Pedalling his new three-wheeler, Fergus went bike riding independently at the Redwoods in Rotorua with his family for the first time last Sunday. Fergus’ mother Sandra Peter says up until now, her son has had to sit behind his father Warren Aitken in a ‘baby seat’. “It’s awesome because it’s given Fergus the stability on the bike to be able to push up the hills. He obviously felt really safe and he just had a ball. His smile just said it all. “It gave him independence. That’s the biggest thing, is to do what every other seven-year-old does.” Sandra says Fergus sometimes rides his bicycle with

trainer wheels at home, but he has trouble keeping his balance if the ground is not flat and smooth. “He doubted his own ability to push up a hill or on rough ground because of the different sensation and muscle work required. This bike has given him a new power.” Te Whanau Kotahi general manager Barry Davies says the trike costs about $2500. “Our role includes identifying and sourcing adaptive equipment for children, these trikes help youngsters enjoy new activities and we are delighted Bethlehem Te Puna Lions club has raised funds for the purchase.” Bethlehem Te Puna Lions Club publicity officer Doug Morris says this type of project sits well with their chartered objectives. “It’s a hand-up and once Fergus grows out of the trike it can be fitted to the next kiddie with such needs.” Barry hopes to hold a Wheelie Fun Day at Tauranga Racecourse in November to raise enough money to purchase a further nine trikes for other Western Bay of Plenty children in need. By Zoe Hunter

Seminar for mothers looking to re-enter workforce A new seminar for mothers, with preschool-age children, looking to return to the workforce is in Tauranga next week. Tauranga Parents Centre is running the talk on Wednesday, July 30, with expert speakers Eden from Bloombaby, Hilary and

Wendy from PORSE and makeup artist Debbie Morgan. Topics covered include breastfeeding and returning to work, choices in childcare education and care, government subsidies, financial tips and how to look great on three hours sleep.

The seminar, from 10am-12pm, is at Tauranga Parents Centre rooms in the Historic Village. Babies and toddlers welcome. Entry is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Register by emailing taurangapc@xtra.co.nz or call 07 577 1229.

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Football fan to meet his heroes Welcome Bay rising football star Matthew Hooper is hoping to learn some new tricks off the Wellington Phoenix after winning a chance to meet the players this weekend.

Ecstatic football fan Matthew Hooper, 6. Photo by Tracy Hardy.

The six-year-old won a chance to see his football heroes up close at the Wellington English Premier League games, on July 26-27, after proving he’s the ultimate fan as part of a Wellington International Airport competition. As the winner, Matthew receives a double pass to the games and the opportunity to oversee the coin toss for the Sydney versus Westham United match. He’ll also meet the Phoenix players and receive a signed T-shirt. “He’s very excited,” says mother Michelle. “It’s very hard to get him to do anything at the moment. He’s just talking about soccer the whole time.” When he meets the players, Matthew will be wearing the Wellington Phoenix outfit

Michelle bought for him off the internet. Michelle says he plans to ask the players to show him some “cool tricks”. She found out about the win last Friday while Matthew was visiting his nana, so she phoned him there. “Richard’s mum said he was just running around like crazy and smiling and screaming.” Playing soccer since age two, Matthew is following in the footsteps of his grandfather, great uncle and mother’s cousin, who have all played for the All Whites during 1977 to 2007. Michelle says Matthew became a fan of the Wellington Phoenix after watching a live pre-season match at ASB Baypark in 2011. “We knew he liked soccer, but it wasn’t until that game I realised he loved it and ever since he’s wanted to play for the Phoenix. “He’s told me he’ll play for the All Whites as well, but he wants to play for the Phoenix more.” Michelle, Matthew and father Richard leave for the capital city today. By Zoe Hunter

Why simple toys are better There is so much hype surrounding toys for infants and young children. Brain-boosting toys, decorated with letters and numbers, promising children ‘a head start’ in learning, e-books for toddlers, and electronic games with all the bells and whistles. We believe infants’ toys don't need to be complex to be rich for learning. Open ended, simple play objects allow a baby to manipulate and discover how his/her actions affect the world around them. Late early childhood educator Magda Gerber said passive toys make for active babies, while active toys make for passive babies. The best toys engage the child and ignite the imagination, encouraging self-initiated, self-paced and child-led play. For infants, toys that vary in texture, can be grasped and held for closer investigation, shaken and tasted are ideal.

Simple objects that engage the senses, spur activity and inquiry allow a child to make their own discoveries. These toys don’t require a set of instructions, or have a right or wrong way to be used. We believe children are born with an innate ability to explore their world. Keeping toys simple will give our young children the chance to become active explorers who investigate objects thoroughly, and use them in imaginative ways. Ideas for such toys are endless, but some of our favourites include soft scarves, wooden rings or pegs, small soft balls, rattles, small metal bowls, and cloth books. “The toy in the child’s hand is alive.” - Magda Gerber.

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Jack’s six decades of community goodwill As Tauranga Rotarian Jack Barlow approaches his 100th birthday, he can look back on his life and find comfort in the fact he’s changed his community for the better.

The 98-year-old is celebrating 60 years as a Rotarian – a feat his fellow club members describe as a unique achievement. Jack was first invited to join the newly-formed Te Kuiti club in 1954 – and he’s now an active member of the Otumoetai Rotary Club after joining in 1976. “I’ve been able to do something to make the community better,” says Jack, who says the biggest change to the service club is women can now join. “In the Otumoetai Club we have about four or five wonderful, hardworking women. One is president this year.” During his time as a Rotarian, Jack says the Otumoetai club has been instrumental in the development of the community, including planting of trees at Kopurererua Valley. “We’ve built various barbecues around the town and projects for Otumoetai College.” As one of the Te Kuiti club’s 43 members, Jack was also involved in cleaning up the town after flooding ripped through the area in 1958. Otumoetai Rotary Club publicity officer Bevan Rakoia says its Jack’s dedication to community service throughout 60 years that makes this a “unique achievement”. “As well as being in his own profession, he’s given back to the community at the same time, and I Tauranga’s Jack Barlow, talking about his 60 years as think he certainly sees the benefits of one being a a Rotarian over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Rotarian.” Photo by Bruce Barnard. Jack’s also been a freemason with Masonic Lodge

Helping parents recover from surgery knowing the extent of the operation and exercises, and what his resistance is. If you’d like to discuss any of these options please feel free to contact our office, as with a clearer picture we should be able to assist you further. Debra Jager is managing director of Home Instead. Home Instead specialises in caring for your loved ones. Whatever your needs, they have trained and flexible staff available to assist you. Phone today 07 571 4228 or visit our website www.homeinstead.co.nz

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for six decades. Friend and fellow freemason Mike Cooke says Jack is a “wonderful guy”. “He’s very, very caring, especially for elderly people. Anything to do with

benevolence he’s right there. “He helps out a lot with widows and doing things for them. He’s just a marvellous guy.”

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Ways we can all make a difference We are so influential and we hardly even realise it. You and I – can and do – make such a huge difference.

We consciously act to do good when we reach out to someone in need, like sponsoring a child, volunteering, giving to a charitable cause, or just helping with the little things. We are legends and heroes when we do this. Not big and flashy, but heroes and legends none-the-less.

But sometimes, we forget the good we could be doing and perhaps unknowingly make the world a lesser, lonelier, colder place. We all know that moment when we look away, determined not to see the other person. We exert a huge influence at that moment too. One of the great causes of suffering for older people is social isolation. When we look away, we fail to

share the strength within us and between us. You and I can make someone feel part of this beautiful society of ours, or dissolve a feeling of disconnection and loneliness. So go on, put on your beautiful warm smile and say hello next time the other person is near. It’s so easy and free, and makes such a massive difference. When you do it – at that moment when you reach out – you’re making a conscious choice to use the amazing influence you have. At that moment you will know within yourself you’re a hero and a legend.

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Another home for Leroy Le-Roy has been rehomed before but didn’t get on with the family’s dog at all. He needs a new home, without a dog, to be happy and stress-free. He’s a lovely cat with a beautiful nature. All of our cats for adoption have been de-sexed and vet-checked and they’re $60 to adopt, to help with some vet costs. If interested please ring ARRC’s foster carer Maureen on 07 578 8335 or have a look at www.arrc.org.nz or Facebook.

Village manager Max Mason, project manager Gary Cox, and village sales advisor Janet Coutts at the Bob Owens Retirement Village construction site.

Work has begun on a large extension to the Bob Owens Retirement Village in Bethlehem after demand for retirement living in Tauranga exceeded owner Ryman Healthcare’s original expectations. The village was first opened in 2012 and its final stage – a 20-apartment extension on its Carmichael Rd boundary – is underway. In addition, the village centre – which provides key amenities including a bar, hairdressing salon and indoor swimming pool – is being extended to cater to the expanding village numbers “I think it is fair to say the village has been more of a success than Ryman imagined, so it has been necessary to extend,” says manager Max Mason. “The opportunity came up to buy some additional

land to build more apartments and the village centre needed to be redesigned to cope with the higher number of residents.” The village centre extension will provide extra space for activities including exercise classes, arts and crafts sessions and recreational activities. Sales adviser Janet Coutts says there has been strong interest in the new apartments, which offer views across Tauranga to Welcome Bay. The new apartments have been named in honour of Canon Charles Jordan, who was Tauranga’s Mayor for five terms between 1885 and 1912. Bob Owens was opened in 2012. Once the latest stage is completed it will be home to about 520 residents. Residents range from those living in independent apartments to those requiring specialist hospital and dementia care. The village employs 165 staff.

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rise, fast lane living in the Western Bay District. Instead we value community connections, caring for neighbours and taking time to korero with them. Nowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time to tell us how you see the next part of this journey for your community unfold. Keep an eye out for the old school bus in your area during July - the irresistible aroma of sizzling sausages will tell you youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the right place! In coming along to the bus to share your views youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have an opportunity to collect a commemorative â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Portraits of our Placeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; postcard. There are six limited edition postcards to collect.

COME DOWN AND SEE US AND OUR OLD SCHOOL BUS AT ONE OF THESE LOCATIONS Monday 14 July 10am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm Katikati Countdown carpark Tuesday 15 July 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:30pm Te Puke Memorial Hall 1.45pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5pm Te Puke New World carpark Thursday 17 July 4pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6pm Waihi Beach RSA, 99 Beach Road, Waihi Beach Friday 18 July 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2.30pm Old Fire Station, Main Street, Katikati 4pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6pm Katikati Plant & Produce market, A&P show-grounds, Waterford Road Saturday 19 July 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10am Western Ave Reserve, Omokoroa 12.30pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm Wilson Rd, Waihi Beach, by â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Charlie the info caravanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Sunday 20 July 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12noon Maketu Market, Beach Road, Maketu Village Park Wednesday 23 July 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12.30pm Old Fire Station, Main Street, Katikati 2.30pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm Pahoia School carpark, Esdaile Road Friday 25 July 8am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12noon Omokoroa Domain carpark 2pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.30pm Te Puna 4-Square carpark Saturday 26 July 10am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm Te Puke Recycling Centre, 36 Station Road, Te Puke Sunday 27 July 11am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12noon The Orchard Church, 20 MacLoughlin Drive, Te Puke 2pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm McLaren Falls Park, information centre

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‘Double-dipping’ not good Re: Tauranga City councillor Clayton Mitchell being a NZ First candidate in the 2014 General Election. What do I think? Well for once I totally agree with Mayor Stuart Crosby’s assessment of the position and I think if Clayton Mitchell is elected to Parliament as a NZ First List MP then he must immediately resign and quit his position as a Mount/Papamoa Ward TCC councillor. Anything else is complete nonsense and to maintain he can do both jobs when currently he struggles to do anything meaningful as a TCC councillor is arrogant. Mr Mitchell already operates businesses, namely two pubs in Tauranga. As a Tauranga resident and NZ taxpayer I consider myself to be Mr Mitchell’s employer.

If Mr Mitchell maintains his present selfish stance then I’m sure most voters wouldn’t want him as their Tauranga MP or a TCC councillor anyway. He must face up to making a choice of jobs and focus on that, or do neither job. Tauranga voters should be very wary of this sort doubledipping politicking that has occurred previously. Looks like a ‘Claytons’ election as they say. Mr Peters’ unqualified endorsement of Mr Mitchell’s stance reflects poorly on NZ First. G Kelly, Papamoa.

Billboards up but will candidates front up? sway in the world as far as making change. If the majority of people didn’t vote then they will have to sit up and take note,. Voting because you feel ‘the better the devil you know’ or just ticking a box to make you feel you’ve done your duty and even voting out off spite because of previous idiots - is not democratic. Don’t vote this year and watch political planners find a way to explain that away. Give the power back to the people, from the wealthy to the poor, from businessmen to workers. We all have the right to choose on issues and laws as they arise. We don’t need electioneering rammed down our throats by zealous idiots. This system doesn’t give you that right. R Stewart, Te Puke.

The billboards are going up for election time, as candidates try to steer you to vote for them. But not one will stand on the street corner to face you. You might see them if you make an appointment, but only when they want and you have been screened as a friendly. What a democracy. We don’t need more politicians but less, and we as a people have to have more said. We don’t need political parties but all independents. Issues and laws should be put in place by voting from the public, not some arrogant politician who believes in their own cause. The right to vote is a democratic right, but also the right not to vote is just as democratic and has more

It’s to dismantle city council’s ‘giant business’ The dog registration in the Tauranga City Council area is $156 for two dogs. It’s a tax I can’t afford, so I will dispose of my dogs. The rates I pay for my house is a tax also that really cripples me. I would like to see the council dismantled, and the ‘internal business’ contracted out. The luxury of this super power business is no longer viable.

Government business, such as WINZ, should also be dismantled and a national wage paid. Sell of the WINZ buildings and to pay debts. Each gigantic business is no longer viable and turns residents into poverty-stricken people in their twilight years. If I have to cut down expenses – a tiny house, no car, no dogs, used

clothes, no heating and eat meat only twice a week – New Zealand can cut down giant businesses. We have to have a rethink about sustaining these giant businesses. The election is turning into a fight between old men. It’s a joke. The young ones aren’t’ voting. Dismantle the Government too. What use are they. It’s time. K Murphy, Papamoa.

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Mount’s Norfolk pines no longer cut it

I love the Norfolk pines on both sides of Mount Maunganui peninsula. Many, many years ago, as a youngster, I used to climb to the top of the most northern tree at the ocean campsite. Now it’s not even possible to reach the lower branches, nor encircle with my arms the massive diameter of the lower trunk. The purpose of this letter is to draw attention to the fact that, like all living things, even if we don’t like it, there’s an expiry date. I absolutely believe this applies to many of the Norfolk pines here. I’m aware

many of the trees are sick and council recognises the need to remove these. But from my elevated position at my home, I’ve a fairly good view from northeast to southwest and can see the effects of age on these trees. Looking towards the Kaimai Ranges, I see relatively new (planted 12-15 years ago) Norfolk pines in the roundabout at Prince Ave and Maunganui Rd. The difference is astounding. The younger trees are beautiful. I welcome councillors to my home to view the difference, as I’m convinced a replanting programme is long overdue and needs prompt consideration. B Walker, Mount Maunganui.

Flogging a dead hoiho e ed l ic ab rv ail se av s s & nt lla e Vi rtm a ap

There is an old but true saying: ‘You can take a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink’. I raise this because it this is Maori Language Week and the signs are not good. For instance, news reports say despite millions of taxpayer dollars being spent on the teaching and promotion of the Maori language, yet the number of fluent speakers is declining. This is because, I

believe, Maori people in general aren’t motivated to save the language. Yet the activists among them expect the NZ Government to continue to spend and spend to save this ‘treasure’. which evidence shows Maori don’t value. The taxpayer order to the Government is: Stop flogging this dead horse. K Evans, Tauranga City.

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Two contributors to The Weekend Sun’s letter pages bring attention to the most serious error of our times - namely I Stevenson’s letter ‘Staff salaries part of ratepayer-fleecing’ (Friday, June 27). If these errors aren’t known and corrected they’ll create disharmony in communities, bring grim times and cause everyone serious regret from not being taught how our world economy works. Both letter writers mentioned must have some memory loss, for they too – like all citizens – must have participated to some extent in creating this economic outcome we’re all having to shoulder. The emphasis on council staff salaries, which specifically effect rates, is only one concern. The sad thing is most incomes today don’t relate to or aren’t based upon individual productivity. New Zealand doesn’t score well on the OECD countries’ scale of productivity. I think our score is 17th: not good. We should remember nothing works well unless it works as intended. I learned years ago what it was when I watched our savings being stolen by market forces. What’s being stolen today is the value of our means of exchange. It’s portrayed as market forces, as though players in the market aren’t to blame. There’s an equation here and if you take out the players, there would be no market. So is it the ignorance of this reality at fault? I believe so. D L Reid, Bethlehem.

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Rena decision: All about money It comes as no surprise the Wanganui Tribunal, loaded with Maori supporters, allege the Crown ought to have consulted with the residents of Motiti Island before coming to agreement with the insurers and owners of the Rena over the 2012 settlement payouts. An additional $10.4 million has been mentioned “for public purposes” to the Crown if the remainder of the wreck can be left on the reef. But as soon as Buddy Mikaere, representative of the island’s hapu, smells money he’s on the warpath. Mikaere forgets the 28 residents of the island have already received $366,000 ‘\compensation. Under the Treaty of Waitangi, Maori ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria and the British Crown. We became one people under British law with no special principles or partnership with Maori. We elect the Government, to make decisions for us and the whole of New Zealand - including the part-Maori. Mikaere hasn’t ruled out more talks of compensation - his favourite word. So that’s what this is all about - money - and not very real fears that moving the Rena could cause it to breakup and cause immeasurable damage to the reef and wildlife. Mary Brooks, Tauranga City.

Politically correct claptrap has to go Rogers Rabbits (The Weekend Sun, July 4) quite rightly took the wind out of Susan Devoy’s race relations rant on language nuances. And as RR says: “PC nonsense outfits have little it seems to do and being overpaid at the expense of the long-suffering taxpayer”. The general view is these PC people usually contribute nothing to society other than bring anguish and discontent to the longsuffering majority. Ms Devoy’s foray into the language field follows her blurb about the fatuous Tauranga bicultural signs proposal (May 2014), another ill-considered disharmonious statement. Then in media reports (July 2014), we have her spiel about tracing her whakapapa and learning the Maori language.

Frankly, who cares and it is about time the PC propaganda machine was reined in and she got to grips with some meaningful work because nothing of any value has surfaced this year, except these plugs for Maori language/culture initiatives. This stuff is not promoting conciliation, rather it is fuelling racial disharmony and discontent and Kiwi taxpayers shouldn’t be funding this sort of proactive, biased, onesided commentary. Ms Devoy’s TV One statement on compulsory Maori in schools to the effect: “we need to take whatever steps that are necessary to ensure our language survives” is appalling. Perhaps the best outcome would be to resign and go work for the special interests being promoted.

Tauranga not clean or green

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The other day travelling down Fraser St I had to slow down at the roundabout at Merivale St. While waiting for the traffic to clear I happened to glance at the bus shelter and to my disgust saw more rubbish there than what I’d seen in my three-week trip around the island of Taiwan. So much for a clean green New Zealand. T Harrington, Pyes Pa.

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What is true cost of sport Apparently the Accident Compensation Corporation cost of rugby injuries was $67 million for 2013. The skills and precision of the game of soccer as presented in the recent world cup, make our rugby look like a brawl in the park. Sure there are some clashes, tumbles and falls and some grand ‘Hollywoods’ in soccer, and it is true players do get hurt. But perhaps it is time we actually got a true idea of the injury costs in both games. So we can at least see how violent and damaging our cherished scrums, rucks and mauls really are in comparable terms. R McGuinness, Tauranga City.

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E N T E R T A I N M E N T G U I D E OUT THERE

The ever popular guide to ‘What’s On’ in the Bay.

Friday 25 July

BOP Radio Control Car Club Indoor

1/14 - 1 1/6 electric off-road racing at Oropi Hall 7pm start, 11.6km from Johns Produce Spare car available or bring your own. Ngai Tahu Road Show For all the people who whakapapa to Ngai Tahu - a chance to be more involved & understand Ngai Tahu’s vision for the future. Held at Huria Marae 6pm. Any iwi unable to attend can send questions to events@ngaitahu.iwi.nz Vogel’s Toast of NZ Cafe July 25 - 28 on the Strand waterfront 7am - 3pm. Vogel’s called out to Kiwi’s for their best Vogel’s inspired recipes & the top 12 are now travelling the country.

Saturday 26 July

34th ITF Taekwon- Do NZ National Champs July 26 & 27 at Queen Elizabeth Youth Stadium 9am - 4pm. Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s meeting at St Andrews, Dee St 10-11am. Children welcome.

Bayfair Baywide Club Rugby Finals Day Tauranga Domain 12.45pm

Premier Development (Tauranga v Greerton) 2.45pm Premier (Mount v Whakarewarewa) Come Dancing Tonight Sequence & old time dancing. Great music & supper. Greerton Hall 7.30-11pm. Entry $6. All welcome. Run by Tauranga Scottish Soc. Allyson 576 9194 Garage Sale & Steptoes Auction At Katikati Memorial Hall, garage sale starts 10am, Steptoes auction starts 10am. All goods will be sold as is, where is. Don 578 9783 Hwa Rang Tae Kwon Do Dynamic martial art suitable for family ages 5 & up. Term 3 kids/beginners classes 7 days 4pm/ Sat 9.30am. The Martial Arts Academy, 154 First Ave West. First class free. Christine 021 980 878 info@tmaa.co.nz

Identify Edible Weeds in Your Garden

Turn them into nutritious food (soups, smoothies etc) workshop at 60 Garrett Rd, Welcome Bay 10am - 1pm. Cost $30 incl 60 page ebook. Register: info@ juliasedibleweeds.com or 0274 3058 471 www.juliasedibleweeds.com

ITF Taekwon-Do NZ National Champs

July 26-27 at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre. 350 competitors (approx) Free entry. All welcome. Market Greerton Hall 8am – 12pm. Crafts, plants, produce, bric-a-brac. Nancy or Merv, Waihi 07 863 6697 Messianic Weekly Meetings The Way meet in the Kingfisher Room, Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui 10am. 570 1438 Red Cross Book Fair July 26 & 27 at Red Cross Centre, 245 Chadwick Rd, Greerton 9am – 5pm. Donated books, magazines, records, cassette tapes, DVD’s, CD’s, videos, jigsaw puzzles & board games for sale. Free entry. Scrap Metal Fundraiser Have a clean out now & support children with cancer.

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At MetalCo Yard, 26 Aerodrome Rd 9am – 12pm. If you can’t transport your larger scrap items or would like a list of prohibited items ph 578 3766. Social Dance Aug 2 at Greerton Hall, 1247 Cameron Rd 7.30pm. BYO drinks & nibbles. All welcome. Supreme Dance Centre 544 2337 or 027 322 1786. Just come on the night.

Sydenham Botanic Park Millers Road

Weeding Bee 1-3pm. Bring hand tools & wheelbarrow. Tauranga Farmers Market Tauranga Primary School cnr 5th Ave & Cameron Rd every Sat 7.45am - 12pm. Fresh & artisian produced food. Trixie 552 5278 or www.taurangafarmersmarket.co.nz The Sociables 30’s/40’ age group of males & females that meet once a week to socialise by dining out or participating in local activities & events. Email sociables@outlook.co.nz Village Radio Community radio broadcasting from Tauranga Historic Village 1368 kHz AM. Music of 1920’s - 80’s weekends 9am - 5pm, weekdays 10am 5pm. Specialty programmes. www.villageradio.co.nz or 571 3710

Sunday 27 July

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord’s Day Wel-

come Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Road 10am. Praise & worship. Lincoln Forlong teaching from Galatians 3:10-18 “Who guards sin’s prisoners?” www.baybiblefellowship.co.nz Beekeeping Hobbyists Meet at 501 Kaitemako Rd, Welcome Bay 2pm. Gordon 027 544 2882 Bible Seminars Every Sun at Greerton Senior Citizen’s Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: “Getting to know God.” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. All welcome. Vic 543 0504 BOP Branch Assn of Rationalists & Humanists Meet at Alzheimer’s NZ House, 116 13th Ave, Tauranga 1.303.30pm. Speaker: Lyn Coker, author & interpersonal & stress management consultant from Hamilton. Judi 576 6872 BOP Community Trails Urban Mountain Bike Rides (guided). Last Sun of month. 9am summer daylight saving, 10am winter. From 17th Ave next to Village. 1.5 – 3 hours easy rides. $5pp. 027 297 1213 or BOPTrails@gmail. com or FB BOP Community Trails. BOP Linux Users Bimonthly hands on day. Bring your computer for help with Linux & Open Source software. Arts & Crafts Centre (back room) cnr Elizabeth St & Glasgow St 9.30am – 3pm. $2 door charge. 578 6024 www.boplug.co.nz

BOP NZ Assn of Rationalists & Humanists Meet last Sun of month at

Alzheimer’s NZ House, 116 13th Ave, Tauranga 1.30-3.30pm. Judi 576 6872 Czech School for Children With Czech/ Slovak background every Sun at Arataki Community Centre 10am - 12pm except school holidays. www.facebook.com/ ceskyaslovenskyclubtauranga, email: csclubtauranga@hotmail.com or Jana 579 3918.

Global Connexions The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra – SOLD OUT Sue Nicholson: Answers from the Other Side The Night is Young All About Opera with Dame Malvina Major Munted Songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber Hooray for Hollywood Laughing Samoans present Fresh Off Da Blane

Home Computer Club (Tga Inc) Computer enthusiasts

meet last Sun of month to share knowledge & experience at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St West 9.30am - 12.30pm approx. $3 door charge. 544 2067

Mix & Mingle Friendship Group 60+

Mixed company of singles 60+ that meet once a week for coffee, enjoy social dining & events. Email: mixandmingle@xtra. co.nz or 027 439 3267

Mount Mainstreet Farmers Market

Every Sun in Phoenix car park 9am - 1pm. Fresh fruit & veges, breads, cheese, oils, plants & more. All home grown & home made. 575 9911 mountmaunganui.org.nz Nick: An Accidental Hero An inspiring true story about an ordinary man overcoming extraordinary challenges. At Baycourt 7.30pm. www.baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188 Palm Beach Plaza Lions Market On the grass by McDonalds 7am – 12.30pm. Stalls must be set up by 7.30am. Great range of goods for sale including fruit & vege, arts & crafts. Fundraising stalls to support needy causes. $10 per car space. 542 2559 a/hs Petanque Every Sun, Tues & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 1st 3 visits free. 578 3606 Radio Controlled Model Yachts Meet Sun & Thurs at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa 1.30pm, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419 Rifle Range Public Open Day Open to public on last Sun of the month. Range at end of Ngawaro Rd, at the TECT All Terrain Park 9am - 3pm. Some targets available to purchase, or bring your own. Must bring own ammo, shooting rests, ear muffs etc. Firearms license must be presented at registration area. $15pp (cash only). No cellphone coverage. www.deerstalkersbop.org.nz

Spiritual Centre, the Psychic Cafe

Creating a spiritual & psychic community at Greerton Community Hall, Greerton 7pm. Crystals, auras, mini workshops & more. Free refreshments. Door charge $10, everything else free. 578 7205

Tauranga Underwater Hockey Club

Baywave Aquatic Centre 12.30-1.30pm Juniors up to & including Year 10 students) 1.30-2.30pm Seniors (Year 11 - adults) meet every Sunday unless an event on at Baywave. Lance 027 287 4731 or 578 7573 Te Puke Spiritual Discussion Group 1st, 3rd & 5th Sun of month at Hair Linez, old railway Station, Jellicoe St 10.3011.30am. $3 door. Meeting of spiritual minds, to learn & share with each other. Elaine 573 5361 or FB Hair Linez for details. The Mikado Presented by Tauranga Civic Choir at Bethlehem College 2pm. A truly interesting & memorable rendition of this famous comic opera. Theosophical Society “The search for Shamballa, City of Light” at Tauranga

Sat 2 August, 6:30PM Sun 3 August, 2:30PM Sat 9 August, 7PM Wed 13 August, 7:30PM Thurs 14 August, 5:30PM Fri 15 August, 7:30PM Sat 16 August, 7:30PM Sun 24 August, 2PM Sat 30 August, 8PM

GUIDE Stories, snippets, strangeness, and general entertainment. Yoga Club, Elizabeth St West 2pm. Entry by donation to cover costs. All welcome. June 576 6106 Weekend Activities for over 50’s Walks, dinners, movies, day trips & good times. Zeana 544 1513

Monday 28 July Achieve Toastmasters

Feeling anxious about that forthcoming presentation. Learn to speak with confidence. 1st, 3rd Mon at St Stephens Hall, Otumoetai 7.30pm. Fraser 544 4579 Badminton Tauranga Badminton Club every Mon & Weds at Bethlehem College Events Centre 7.30pm. All players welcome. Sue 021 194 4335 or www. taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz Bay of Plenty Pipes & Drums Army Hall, 11th Ave & Devonport Rd 6.45pm. Annette 577 9272 Beginners Salsa Lessons Presented by Bay Salsa at Otumoetai Action Centre 6.45pm. New intake every 4 weeks. Improver salsa lessons - walk in classes 7.45pm. $15 per class. www.baysalsa.co.nz Bethlehem Bowls Every Mon at Bethlehem Hall, Main highway 7.15pm. First 3 nights free. Wendy 578 2585 Body & Soul Fun Fitness For over 50’s, social events & guest speakers. Mon & Fri Greerton Hall Cameron Rd. Tues Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave. Weds City Church cnr Otumoetai Rd/Sherwood St. All classes 9.15-10.15am. First class free. For men & women. Dianne 576 5031 Qualified Instructor/Cardiac Care leader. Chess Mt Maunganui Mount RSA Chess Club every Mon at Mount RSA, 544 Maunganui Rd. Juniors 6.15-7.15pm during school term. Open club 6-11pm Noel 579 5412 Citizens Advice Bureau Free, confidential info & advice about anything call in Mon - Fri at 38 Hamilton St, Tauranga 9am - 5pm or freephone 0800 367 222 or 578 1592. JP service every Mon 1-5pm, Weds & Thurs 9am - 11.30am. Weds CAB service at Welcome Bay Community Centre 9.30am - 12.30pm, Fri at Mount Library 11.30am - 1.30pm. Diabetes Support Call the Diabetes Support Line Mon - Fri for confidential & free diabetes advice & support 571 3422 Fire Brigade Bowling Club Complete fours, club night at Greerton Hall, Cameron Rd 7pm. Sharon 543 3929 Fitness League Safe effective, low impact fun exercise set to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for women of all ages & abilities. First class free. Every Mon at Settlers Hall Omokoroa 9.30am & Tues St Johns Anglican Church Waihi 9.30am. Dorothy 549 3378 Genealogy Friendly Group Meet in Mako Room, Papamoa Community Centre 1pm. Assistance offered to anyone with an interest in researching their family history. Daphne 575 4674

Harmony a Plenty Barbershop Chorus

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

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Junction Mental Health Peer Support

And advocacy: coffee & chat 10am – 12pm. 579 9890 Meditation Free classes Mon 10am & Weds 7.30pm. Find peace, spiritual awareness & the meaning of your life. David 576 9764 Mount RSA Indoor Bowls Mon & Thurs. Names in by 6.45pm. New members welcome. Joy 574 8003 Otumoetai Indoor Bowls Leads & Twos, Skips & Threes, Matua Primary School Hall, Clivedene St 7.15pm. New members welcome. Karen 576 0443 Papamoa Mah Jong Club Meet every Mon at Papamoa Sports 12.30-4pm. Counting & non counting tables. Afternoon tea mid afternoon. $3 per session. All welcome. Recycled Teenagers Gentle exercise for 50’s forwards, & injury or illness rehabilitation. Mon & Weds, 14 Norris St, Tauranga Senior Citizens Club, behind Pak n Save. Tues at St Mary’s Church Hall, Girven Rd. All 9 - 10.30am. Classes taken by qualified instructor. First class free. Jennifer 571 1411 Taekwon Do The Silla Club train Mon & Thurs at Te Puna School Hall. All ages welcome. Gwyn 0274 587 871 Tauranga Brass Band Practice at Legion of Frontiersmen’s Hall, 165 Elizabeth St 7-9pm. New players welcome. Peter 572 4358 Tauranga Bridge Club Sessions Mon, Weds, Thurs 7.30pm. Tues & Fri 1pm. Social bridge Thurs 1pm. 252 Ngatai Rd. 576 5022 Tauranga Civic Choir New members welcome to join & rehearse every Mon 7.30-9.30pm. 574 6366 Tauranga Creative Fibre Every Mon at Arts Centre, Elizabeth St from 9.30am. Spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet & more. Learn & share in a mutually supportive club. Also on Thurs evening twice a month. Joan 577 6781 Tauranga Rock n Roll Club Monday club nights 8-9.30pm. Lessons 7-8pm. Tauranga RSA Cameron Rd. Website: Taurangarocknrollclub. org Liz 578 9063 after 5pm.

Tauranga RSA Indoor Bowls

Mon report 12.45pm for 1pm start. Club Triples – Martin Cup. Weds 3.45 for 4pm start. Junior Club Triples. Leanne 570 0154 Tauranga Senior Citizens Club Cards, 500 & Bridge Mon & Thurs. Indoor Bowls Tues, Weds & Sat at 14 Norris St, behind Pak n Save 1-4pm. Register by 12.45pm. $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome. Tauranga Senior Citizens Club Indoor Bowls Every Mon at St Columba Church Hall, 502 Otumoetai Rd 1-4pm. Names in by 12.45pm. $3 entry includes afternoon tea. New members welcome. 571 6663 The Writing Project For people who are working on a piece of writing or who would like to be. Meet 7pm. Kaye 07 218 1411 or 021 239 7142 Toughlove Parent Support Group Every

The Weekend Sun Mon at Totara House, 1428 Cameron Rd, Greerton 7-9pm. No need to register. 543 3194 Vision Probus Club Meets fourth Mon in the Washington Room, Armitage Hotel 10am. 579 2289 YMCA - ALFS (Active lifestyle for seniors). Smooth Movers class Mon 9-10am & 10.15-11.15am at Matua Community Hall, Levers Rd. Also 9-9.55am & 10-10.55am at Arataki Hall, Zambuk Way (off Grenada St). Tues 9.1510.15am & 10.30-11.30am at Papamoa Community Centre, Gravatt Rd. Weds 9.15-10.15am Welcome Bay Hall, Welcome Bay Rd. First class free. Thurs 9-10am 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. Also Fri at Papamoa Library 10.20am. 578 9272

Tuesday 29 July 2014 @ The Clothesline

Quality pre-loved clothing babies - adults 50c - $2, & prayer for the sick. 36D MacDonald St, Mt Maunganui 10am - 2pm. ABC - Avenues Badminton Club Every Tues at Tauranga Intermediate School Sports Centre. Juniors 6-7.30pm (term time), seniors (adults) 7.30-9.30pm. Club racquets & coaching available. Delwyn 027 212 4720 Altrusa Club of Tauranga Women’s community service group. Dinner & business meeting 2nd Tues. Social programme 4th Tues monthly. Interested? Denise 570 3134 Arataki Table Tennis Every Tues at Arataki Community Centre 7.30pm. Social table tennis. $4 per player. Badminton (Social) Every Tues at Otumoetai Baptist Hall 9.30am - 12pm. Racquets available. All welcome. Lorraine 579 3229

Balmorals Leisure Marching Team

Ladies welcome to join aged 20-60 for fun, friendship & travel. Training every Tues at Greerton 6-8pm. Anita 571 4096 or 021 0257 6094 Bayfair Petanque Club Every Tues & Thurs at Bayfair Reserve, Russley Drive 1pm. Tuition & boules available for learners & visitors. Margaret 572 3173 Bethlehem Pottery Club Tues & Thurs at 13 Bethlehem Rd 10am - 3pm. Jane 552 0046 Chen Wu Kuan Kung Fu Traditional Chinese shaolin kung fu development strength, stamina & flexibility. Term 3 Tues & Thurs Juniors 4.15-5.15pm at Martial Arts Academy, 154 First Ave West. First class free. Ray 022 0776 484 info@tmaa.co.nz Children’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Under the Gracie anti-bullying programme. Term 3 kids classes Thurs/Thur at Martial Arts Academy, 154 First Ave West 4.30-5.30pm. First class free. Eru 752 5534 info@tmaa.co.nz Excel Toastmasters Meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Tues of the month at Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Bayfair 6.15-8.30pm. Learn leadership & public speaking skills. Kaaren 572 5988

Inachord Chorus Womens 4 Part Harmony Every Tues at Bethlehem Community Church, 183 Moffat Rd 6.55pm. Enjoy the challenge of singing & performing varied repertoire. Cathy 579 2040 email: inachordchorus@gmail.com

Israeli Dancing Beginners class

every Tues at Gate Pa Primary School Hall, Cameron Rd 7-8pm. All ages welcome - no partner required. Maria 544 1680 Mana Wahine At Baycourt 7.30pm. www.baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188 Mount Morning Badminton Every Tues at Mount Sports Centre, Blake Park 9am - 12pm. Social, competitive, all ages. Beginners welcome. Racquets available. Visitors $5 per session. Maxene 575 0162

Mount Social Table Tennis Group

Every Tues at Arataki Community Centre 7.30-9.30pm. Friendly social table tennis of all levels. $4. 575 2048

Orange City Square & Round Dance Club Tues morning class 10am - 12pm.

Weds Advanced, Thurs club night & new dancers, 7.30pm. Frontiersmen’s Hall. 543 1063 Otumoetai Toastmasters Leadership skills, speaking skills. At Lyceum Club rooms, 68 1st Ave 7.15-9.30pm. Allan 544 5989 Overeaters Anonymous Is your eating affecting the way you, or someone else, live your lives? Overeating, undereating - meet every Tues at Church of Christ, 1400 Cameron Rd 7-8pm. 544 1213

Saintly Shakers Preschool Music

Every Tues at St Peter’s Church, Victoria St, Mt Maunganui 10-11am & Thurs at St Mary’s Church, 1 Marlin St, Bayfair 9.30-10.30am. School term only. Music, dance, play, fun & morning tea. Sequence Dancing Tauranga Social & Leisure Club. Every Tues at St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai 7-9.30pm. Second Tues of month 3-5.30pm. Visitors welcome. John 578 9716 BOP Shirley Club Walking Group Meet every Tues outside the Mount Surf Club 9.20am. Easy walking. Cafe jaunt after. See you there. South City Indoor Bowls Club Club night at Greerton Hall, Tauranga. Names in by 7.15pm. Mary 541 0687

Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

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

Tauranga Morning Badminton Club

Every Tues & Thurs at QEII Youth Centre, Memorial Park, Tauranga 9-11.30am. New players & visitors welcome. Heather 574 0976 Tauranga Scrabble Club Tues at Tauranga Bridge Club, Ngatai Rd 9am. 3 games $3. New players welcome. 544 8372 Tauranga Toastmasters Tga Lyceum Club 7.15-9.30pm. Confidence building, speaking skills, leadership skills. Alan 544 5989

Wednesday 30 July

Age Concern Walking Group Meet

at Bathurst Cres, The Lakes, Pyes Pa 10am. All welcome. 578 2631 Badminton Mt Maunganui Club night Weds at Mount Sports Centre, Maunganui Rd 7-9pm. All past & new players welcome. Janice 575 2438 or 027 201 0529

Baywide Community Law Service

Drop in clinic every Weds at 63 Willow St 5-6.30pm. No appointment necessary. Free legal assistance. 571 6812. Every Tues morning at Te Puke Clinic. For appointment 573 5614. Every Thurs morning

at Katikati Clinic. For appointment 549 0399 Bethlehem Mah Jong Club Every Weds at the Pavilion, Kempton Park Village, 40 Te Paeroa Rd, Bethlehem 1-4pm. Arrive 15 mins before play so tables can be allocated. Mah Jong lessons available for beginners (by prior arrangement only). Shona 552 6230

Cribbage Club Tauranga RSA Greerton New members wanted for

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

Fernlands Spa Water Exercise Classes Weds 10.45-11.45am

held rain or shine but not during school holidays. New participants planning to attend ph Jennifer 571 1411 Gate Pa Indoor Bowls Lifestyle Engravers Champion Fours (Clarke Cup) at Greerton Hall 7pm. Names in book. Kevin 543 4044 Global Hearts Exercise Group Weds 2-3pm & Fri 11am - 12pm. Provides group activities combined with health education that encourages members to live a healthy & active lifestyle. Proudly supported by NZ Heart Foundation. Mark 0274 444 945

Greerton Gold Leisure Marching Team

Ladies all ages invited to join them for fun, fitness & friendship every Weds at Morland Fox Park 8-9.30am. No experience required. Marion 578 1108 Healing Rooms Every Weds at Bethlehem Town Centre, corner shop behind PO 1-3pm. Christian prayer for healing. 021 110 0878 healingrooms.co.nz ICONZ for Girls Every Weds at Welcome Bay Community Centre, W/Bay Rd, behind hall 4.15-5.45pm. For girls aged 7-11yrs (yr 3-6). Badges, games, stories & more. Carolyn 544 0400

Mount Healing & Spiritual Centre

Fellowship & celebration at Omanu Bowling Club, Golf Rd, Mount. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm. Meet the mediums night (Helen Anderson, Kevin Reed, Karina Williams). Door charge $5. Janet 027 264 0226 Mt Maunganui Indoor Bowls Play Weds nights & Sun afternoons. Allen 575 0059 Operation Cover Up Annual party at Lifezone Church Hall, 7 Oak Lane Judea 9.45am. Please bring any knitted items with you. Speaker: Emma Stokes‘work she has been doing in Thailand’. Girls from Papamoa College bringing blankets they have made. Otumoetai Care & Craft Group Every Weds during school term at St Columba Church, Cherrywood 9am - 12.30pm. Dawn 576 7783 Pasifika Playgroup Presented by Pacific island Community Tauranga Trust, 562 Cameron Rd every Weds during school term at Gate Pa School 9.30am - 12.30pm for 01-6yr olds. Parents/ caregivers welcome. Music, stories, dance & activities. Free entry. Emma 577 1270 Scottish Country Dancing Weds at Senior Citizens Hall, Maunganui Rd Beginners class 6pm, regular class 7.30pm. Fri at Papamoa Primary School Hall, Dickson Rd 7pm Children over 8 years welcome. 573 5055 Table Tennis Tauranga At Memorial Hall, QEYC every Weds 1-3pm & 7-9pm & every Fri 7-9pm. All welcome. Bill 578 1662 www.sportsground.co.nz/ tabletennistauranga

Tauranga Mid-Week Tramping Group

Otanewainuku internal loop with options. Grade easy, approx 5.5hrs. Pat 544 0670 Tauranga Pryde For gay, lesbian, bi, trans & intersex youth & friends or questioning. Social & support, 4.30pm fortnightly. Look for Tauranga Pryde on Facebook or 09 376 4155 The Parenting Children Course For those parenting 0-10 year olds. Held every Weds from Aug 6 - Sept 3 7.15-9.30pm. www. holytrinitytauranga.com Toastmasters - City Early Start Improve communication, leadership & teamwork skills. Every Weds at Classic Flyers Avgas Cafe 6.45-8.15am. Building confidence & leadership skills. To find a club near you email: LaniDTM@gmail.com or 571 1545. http://cityearlystart.toastmastersclubs.org T.S Chatham (Sea Cadets) Weds during school term at TYPBC, Keith Allan Drive, Sulphur Pt 6.15-9pm. Micah 021 336 719 or cucdr@tschathamorg.nz or www.tschatham.org.nz Yoga with Ocean Views Every Weds & Fri at Fergusson Park Sports Centre (end of Tilby Dr, Matua) 9.30-10.40am. $12 casual. Stella 0210 249 3690

Thursday 31 July

Age Concern Monthly Meeting At Hinton Lounge, Tauranga RSA, 1237 Cameron Rd 10-11.30am. Guest speaker: Dr Max Neate. The Kathleen Kilgour Centre. The new radiation therapy centre. $3pp - refreshments provided. All welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Salvation Army, Eversham Rd, Bayfair 7.30-8.30pm.

Army Cadets (WBOP Cadet Unit) Every

Thurs at Tauranga Army Hall 6-9.30pm. Ages 13-17 youth development with a military flavour. Email: admin@wbopcu.org.nz Club Mt Maunganui Social games club. Every Thurs 1.45pm. Play indoor bowls, 500 & bolivia. John 575 2422 Community Bible Study International Join us at 14th Ave Gospel Centre 10am - 12pm for a non denominational in-depth Bible study until Sept 25. Jack/Betty 544 3809 DivorceCare for Kids Designed for children between the ages of 5-12 who parents are separated or divorced. Every Thurs from Aug 7 - Oct 30 3.30-5pm. Rachel 578 7718 Envirohub AGM Aug 14 at TECT Theatre, Historic Village, 17th Ave 5.30pm. All welcome. RSVP 578 6664 or email: tauranga@envirohub.org.nz Fitness League Safe, effective, low impact exercise to music using the Bagot Stack technique, designed for females. All ages & abilities, complementary first class, every Thurs Central Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 9.30am & Weds at Katikati Memorial Hall 10am. Pam 549 4799 or 021 117 170 French Connection For lovers of all things French. Come & meet like minded people over a relaxed drink. Meet every second Thurs at Brooklyn Eatery, The Strand between 4.30-6.30pm. Email Andrea: agohns@yahoo.co.nz

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...Continued Happiness & Our Mind Drop in meditation classes. Classes

are self-contained so start any date, beginners welcome. Cost $14 per class. Otumoetai Plunket, 59 Otumoetai Rd. Monthly classes - next class Aug 21 7-8.30pm. www.meditateintauranga.org Keynotes 4 Part Harmony Women’s chorus meet every Thurs at Wesley Church Hall, 13th Ave 6.45pm. Sing for fun & health. Nora 544 2714 Mainly Music Every Thurs at St Enoch’s Church, 16th Ave 9.30am. $3 per family. New members welcome. 578 3040 More Than Craft Every Thurs at Greerton Bible Church Hall cnr Chadwick Rd & Oropi Rd 9.30-11.30am. 10 crafts with talented tutors. Inspection welcome. June 544 0823

Mount Art Group Every Thurs at St Peter’s Church Hall, 11 Victoria Rd, Mt Maunganui 9am - 1pm. Visitors welcome. Merilynn 575 6777 Mount Militia Roller Derby Crew Fresh meat info nights for anyone interested in learning more about what roller derby is about. Held at Groove Bar, Hamilton St opp fruit & vege shop) 7.30-3pm. Kid friendly event. Mt Maunganui Creative Fibre Meet every Thurs at Arataki Community Centre 9am - 1pm. Share & learn spinning, weaving, crochet, knitting, felting & other creative crafts. Visitors & new members welcome. Jan 574 1265 Petanque Tauranga/BOP Club Every Thurs & Sun at Cliff Rd venue 1pm start. Jo Ann 578 3606 Salsa on the Strand Every Thurs at La Mexica presented by Bay Salsa. Intro class 8pm followed by social dancing. Really social, no partner required. $2 entry, members free. www.baysalsa.co.nz Sunshine Dance Group Learn sequence dancing at a friendly club. Meet every Thurs at Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave & Cameron Rd 7-8.30pm, followed by dancing till 10pm. $2pp entrance includes supper. Jan 544 4379 Taoist Tai Chi Exercise your body, challenge your mind. New class starts today at 15 Koromiko St, Judea 12.30pm. New class starts Aug 7 at 5.15pm. Ann 577 9145 Tauranga Heart Support Group Phase 3 rehab exercise, social events & guest speakers for those with or at risk of heart disease. Every Thurs at City Church Hall, Otumoetai Rd/Sherwood St 9.3010.45am. Men & women welcome. Dianne 576 “What’s On” in the Weekend Sun is a free service for non-proﬁt clubs and organisations.

5031 Qualified instructor/Cardiac Care leader. Tauranga Model Railway Club Meet every Thurs & Tues evening 7.30pm. Ed 543 1108 Tauranga Pryde Youth Group For lesbian, gay, bi, trans. Meet 6.30pm 1st & 3rd Weds of each month & 2nd & 4th Thurs. 22 3536 968 Tauranga Rock n Roll Social Dancers Authentic music every Thurs at 14 Norris St, behind Pak n Save 7.30-9.30pm. $3 entry pp - supper included. Maria 576 7326 Tauranga Storytellers’ Group Meet last Thurs of month. Learn how to develop your storytelling skills. Claire 577 7220 Te Puke Table Tennis Club Every Thurs at Te Puke Intermediate School Hall 7-9pm. Ted 573 7216 Tennis Seniors WBOP Every Thurs at Tauranga Lawn Tennis Club, Wharepai Domain, Cameron Rd 9am - 12pm. $3 ball fee. New members & visitors welcome. Lynda 575 0627 Toastmasters - Kickstart Club Have fun while learning to speak confidently. Breakfast meeting at Alimento Cafe, 1st Ave, Tauranga 7-8.15am. Guests welcome. Helen 571 6181

Friday 1 August

Alcoholics Anonymous Open meeting every Fri

at Hamner Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton (behind Tyremaster) 7.30pm. 0800 229 6757 for more meetings or assistance. Chess Tauranga Every Fri at Tauranga RSA, Greerton 6pm onwards for the whole family. Werner 548 1111 http://www.westernbopchess. weebly.com/

Documentary Nights Every 2nd Fri at 7pm. Many

interesting & thought proviking subjects covered. Kim 576 9427 or 027 285 9611 Family History Month Every Fri in Aug in the NZ Room, Tauranga Library 11am - 4pm, a genealogist is on duty to assist with your research. Heather 578 1689 Free Immigration Assessment By Licenced Immigration Adviser. Tauranga Multicultural Ethnic Council, Historic Village, 17th Ave. For appointment ph Iryna Stewart 543 9125 or 021 0226 2619 Free Immigration Clinic Every Fri - legal advice & information on immigration issues. For appointment, Baywide Community Law 571 6812 Friday Friends 10 Pin Bowling League Join our friendly league playing every Fri at 13th Ave 10 Pin 1pm (3 games). We play in pairs. New members welcome. Judy 543 4124 Gay/Bi Men Support Group Do you need a trusting person to talk to? Discretion assured. For meetings & locations ph/txt Alex 027 358 5934 Greerton Indoor Bowling Club Leads & 2’s, 3’s & Skips singles at Band Hall, Yatton St. Names in by 7.15pm. Sally 571 8914 Nak Rop Muay Kickboxing A unique & challenging form of self discipline & fitness. Term 3 kids classes Fri at Martial Arts Academy, 154 First Ave West 4.30-5.30pm. First class free. Alexis 578 5344 info@tmaa.co.nz

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.

Playing Tauranga’s newest exhibition CAFE & BAR

Residents who can skilfully play the piano have the opportunity to lay their fingers on an ornately carved, original Steinway concert grand piano in this coming months.

for students or Friends of the Gallery, so bookings are essential on 07 578 7933. Piano-playing residents can book a 15-minute Steinway session between 1pm-3pm on July 26, August 17 or September 13, by calling 07 578 7933. Penelope says sessions are for those who can skilfully play piano and respect the artwork.

The offer is part of a touring exhibition from Wellington’s Te Papa museum called ‘Black Rainbow’, nestled in Tauranga Art Gallery to showcase works of two leading New Zealand artists. By Merle Foster The vibrant, cherry red piano in the gallery atrium is Michael Parekowhai’s artwork ‘He korero purakau mo te awanui o te motu: story of a New Zealand river’. It features alongside five black paintings by the late Ralph Hotere, widely regarded as one of New Zealand’s most important modernist artists. Gallery director Penelope Jackson says Tauranga is the second New Zealand venue where the works in Black Rainbow have been seen together outside the national museum. “This particular piano went with Michael to represent New Zealand at the Venice Biennale.” Penelope says the piano is a unique and special artwork not just because it’s beautiful to view and physically surreal “but of course it sounds magnificent – it’s got this other edge”. A screening of 2001 film ‘Hotere’ – written and directed by Maketu-born Merata Mita – Dr Kirstine Moffat plays artist Michael Parekowhai’s carved original Steinway is on Sunday, July 27 at the gallery. Model D grand, on show at Tauranga Art Gallery in the Black Rainbow exhibition. Limited tickets cost $15 per adult and $10 Friday July 25 to Wed Jul 30 131 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke.

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(2D) (M) Viol & Off Lang. ACTION, DRAMA, SCI-FI. Offensive Language. COMEDY. Brendan O’Carroll.

Fri 3:20. Sat 8:30pm. Sun 2:50. Tue 6:00. Fri 1:15, 6:00, 8:35pm. JERSEY BOYS (M) Off Language. BIO, DRAMA. Sat 4:00, 6:20. Sun 12:50, 3:45, 5:30. Mon 4:00, 6:20. Directed by Clint Eastwood. Tue 1:15, 3:40, 6:00, 8:35. Fri 1:15. Sat 5:15. Sun 1:00. Wed 6:00, 8:10pm. Mon 3:45pm. Tue 3:15pm.

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(M) Viol, Sexual References & Off Lang.

Dwayne Johnson, John Hurt, Ian McShane.

Hercules, the Greek demigod, has his life as a sword-for-hire tested when the King of Thrace seeks his aid.

Fri 8:30pm. Sat 4:00. Sun 6:10pm.

TRANSFORMERS: A.O.E. (2D) (M) Vio & HERCULES (2D) (M) Violence, Sexual References & Mon 6:25pm. Tue 1:30pm. Off Lang. Dwayne Johnson. ACTION, ADVENTURE.

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SEX TAPE (R16) Sex Scenes, Sexual Content, Drug Use & Off Lang.

COM. Jason Segel, Cameron Diaz.

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Fri 6:20pm. Sat 6:25pm. Sun 8:20pm. Mon 6:30pm. Tue 6:20pm. Wed 6:00pm. HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS (2D) (PG) Fantasy Violence. Sat 11:00, 3:05pm. Sun 1:30pm. Tue 4:00pm. (R13) Violence & Off Lang. Taika Waititi. Fri 4:00. Sun 8:30pm. Tue 1:15. Wed 5:40pm.

THE FACE OF LOVE (M) DRAMA, ROM.

THE HOUSE OF MAGIC(2D)(G) ANIMATION. Adults at Kids Prices!

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DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (3D) (M) Viol & Off Lang. Gary Oldman, Keri Russell.

A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors. Fri 6:00pm.

Sat 12:30. Sun 5:50pm. Wed 7:35.

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 (3D) (PG)

Sat 10:30am. Sun 11:00am. Fantasy Violence. Hiccup and Toothless Fri 1:30, 8:00. Sat 12:35, 6:05. Sun 2:40, 8:20. Mon 6:10. Tue 8:10pm. Wed 5:45. THE PIRATE FAIRY (G)Adults at Kids Prices! discover hundreds of new dragons. Fri 4:00. Sat 1:30. Sun 11:10am. WORDS AND PICTURES (M) Off Lang. Animated. Sat 10:40am. Sun 11:00am. Fri 3:30. Sat 2:25, 8:00. Sun 12:35, 6:10. Mon 3:45. Tue 2:00, 6:00. Wed 7:35.

ERNEST & CELESTINE (G) In Lounge Cinema. TRANSFORMERS (3D) Animation, Drama, Com. Fri 6:20. Sat 11,

4:30. Sun 11:00, 4:30pm. Tue 4:10pm.

(M) Viol & Off Language

AGE OF EXTINCTION Mark Wahlberg, Nicola Peltz. Final Days. Saturday 8:00pm.

McSwiggans Irish Pub Sunday 27 – Alice Sea World Music 3-6pm. Mount RSA Friday 25 – Che Orton 7.30pm. Sunday 27 – Last Chance 4.30pm. The Crown and Badger Friday 25 – One One One. Saturday 26 – One One One. The Matua Sunday 27 – Mixed Double Pool Comp 2pm start. Welcome Bay Sports Bar & Grill Friday 25 – Karaoke with Paulena from 8pm.

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By Winston Watusi

Two weeks until Bob’s back Everyone I talk to is going over the hill – finally they have a good reason to visit Hamilton. Hush my mouth. There are, of course, many good reasons to go to Hamilton. Give me a few minutes and I’ll think of one. Okay. We’ll get back to that. The reason all the folk I talk to are heading across the Kaimai Ranges is in exactly two weeks’ time Bob Dylan will be closer to Tauranga than he’s ever been before. Yep, it’s nearly Bob-time – and once again it’s worth mentioning this may be the very last occasion the old fella will drag his tired bones down to this part of the world. He’s 73 now. He comes to New Zealand around every four years, last time was 2011. Bob at 77? It seems hard to imagine. After all, he’s no Leonard Cohen. That was another “sort of ” joke. Bob and Leonard are two very different beasts. Leonard’s voice seems to improve with age, and he has a precision band and superb sound set-up.

A vocal struggle

Bob is using a varied range of strategies to work around his vocal deterioration; the band is kept on a tight rein and his sound is absolutely hit or miss. Which is why I’m not going this time. After 2011 when I shelled out $200 for 13th row tickets at the Vector, then couldn’t hear a thing because the sound was so awful I vowed to give Bob a miss in future. And I’ve been to every tour here since the seventies. But I don’t say that to put anyone off. There are still tickets for the Sunday night at Claudelands. Bob could be brilliant; he often is. And the thing about a Dylan show, unlike those of Field Commander Cohen, is they’re still wildly unpredictable. That’s something Dylan fans have always cherished, a badge of honour if you like, the fact that their man will zig when the rest of the world zags. In a weird contradiction, the fact he still confounds expectations and disappoints his fans is actually treasured as part of his appeal.

Singing Frank’s songs

So what can I tell you in preparation for the Bob show in a couple of weeks? I could mention he has a new album coming out in August, which will, apparently, be an album of Frank Sinatra songs.

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Bob Dylan’s gig in Hamilton will see him closer to Tauranga than he’s ever been before. It might be called ‘Shadows In The Night’. Back in May he released a cover of Sinatra’s 1945 hit ‘Full moon and empty arms’ as a teaser. But that won’t help with the show, as he’s yet to perform any of Frankie’s tunes live. The strange thing about Dylan’s shows in the last couple of years is... they’ve been all the same. Yep, the guy who famously plays different songs at every show suddenly changed his modus operandi overnight and started playing exactly the same songs every night. That came as a shock, particularly to die-hard fans who travel to every concert on a tour. Every show, night after night, they got the same 17 songs. And, to be a bit more perverse, these weren’t exactly 17 greatest hits. I won’t give away the whole thing, it’s easy enough to Google, but the set included a mere three songs from the

sixties. And two from ‘Blood on The Tracks’ representing the seventies. And there were six songs from his latest album ‘Tempest’, along with the remarkably obscure likes of ‘What Good Am I?’ and ‘Waitin’ For You’.

Surprise tunes

But, before you decide that going to both nights to hear the same songs would be overdoing it, one more thing: last month on his European tour Bob started mixing it up by, some nights, playing a totally different 17 songs, except the final encore of ‘All Along The Watchtower’. This set included not a single song from ‘Tempest’, but it did showcase eight well-known sixties songs. In Europe Bob pretty much alternated one set with the other, so in Hamilton it’s pretty much anyone’s guess as to what you’ll get to hear. I’ll keep my fingers crossed the sound is good for you. Wish I was there.

With Rialto

The irreverent BBC sitcom gets the big screen treatment. Created by and starring comedian Brendan O’Carroll, and based on O’Carroll’s stage plays, our heroine is the bighearted, outspoken Irish mammy named Agnes Brown. When Moore Street market-trader Agnes Brown finds her livelihood under threat from a ruthless developer, she and her family embark on a campaign to save her stall, aided as only the

Browns will be by a motley troop of blind trainee ninjas, an alcoholic solicitor and a barrister with Tourette syndrome. An invitation to...

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Inline hockey might be a minor sport, but for many who try their hand at the dry rink version of ice hockey its emphasis on speed and skill has major appeal. A handful of top Tauranga inline players have just returned from international competitions, where they represented New Zealand at the sport’s pinnacle. After getting a taste for inline hockey through the Tauranga Mighty Ducks Club interschool programme, Ashlee Kerr developed a passion for the game. Last week Ashlee fulfilled her dream of playing for her country when the New Zealand Senior Women’s team finished fourth at the Roller Inline Hockey World Championships in France. “I was lucky enough to be granted the privilege to do that this year,” says Ashlee, who describes the competition – which saw 16 countries contest the women’s senior title – as quite a change to playing in New Zealand. “The atmosphere of having crowds watching and knowing the games are being live-streamed online made it a bit daunting,” says Ashlee. But with advice from experienced players the team won their first three games before losing their semifinal to Canada 4-1.

Ashlee says playing the leading inline team, Canada, was amazing and inspiring. Now the Kiwis are determined to train to emulate the Canadians, with the aim to ultimately beat them. “It would be an amazing feat.” While the Kiwi’s senior and junior men’s and women’s teams played in France, a range of youth age-group, masters and veterans teams contested the Oceania Inline Hockey Championships against Australia in Hamilton.

Four Western Bay players from Mount Maunganui Mustangs Club competed in the masters and veterans classes in Hamilton, with both teams claiming gold. Jeff Burns, Duane Finch and Jill Griffin played in the veteran’s class, while Mustangs member John Thomsen played for the masters. John says it is great to do so well, but he’s “especially thrilled” to see growth of the youth game. By Hamish Carter

Community award entries being judged Entries for the 2014 Trustpower Community Awards are currently being prepared for judging ahead of results being announced next month. Fifty-one entries from Tauranga and 45 in the Western Bay of Plenty for the awards, which recognise and reward voluntary groups for the outstanding contribution

they make to the local community. Trustpower community relations representative Jess Somerville thanks everyone who put effort into this year’s entries. “The generosity of volunteers and the variety of projects they lend a hand to for their local community never ceases to amaze me.

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Jan and Quinton with a door they are restoring. back to life with a four-coat process. The first coat is an anti-mould and fungicide followed by three ultravioletresistant top coats, with only top quality tried and true products used. Sidelights and framework, as well as large garage doors, are completed on-site if required – and brassware is polished and lacquered if needed. Quinton and Jan also offer a restoration and repair service on selective items of furniture. For a no obligation free quote and guaranteed workmanship, give them By Zoe Hunter a call.

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Two ways of looking at the world There are always at least two ways of viewing issues. Many people voice concern about the huge problems confronting the world today – some of them unique to the ‘first world’, the developed nations where many enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. Choices for sustainability, greater justice for all, of a messy world. How retaining independence and staying healthy are impordo others view first world tant issues, and first world problems include obesity, problems? pollution and losing touch with a world changing too There’s a vastly different definition: fast. the problem is leaving the phone Some feel the retiring generation has left the legacy charger at home or being out of wi-fi range and unable to connect with friends. On the surface, it seems a frivolous approach to this technological age and

its far-reaching challenges. However, people often joke about issues that are important to them deep down. A grandmother once remarked we need to trust the young people of today with the world as it is: like each generation before them, they will rise to the challenge every new age brings; the resources they need are there to be uncovered. Is the Spirit of God still at work in the world, generating new ideas and creativity, a source of hope for the justice, and peace that seem to have eluded us so far? If so, the next generation needs not only wisdom but encouragement, trust and God’s gift of grace. By Viv Whimster, Wesley Methodist Church

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A number of times in recent years, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has referred to the issues and the conflict surrounding Israel and the Jewish people as a battle for truth. Not a battle for land or for peace or justice – but a battle for truth. I’m convinced this is an insightful and accurate understanding of the historic and current conflict in the Middle East. Further than that, I suggest this battle for truth is the overarching point of contention in our world today, including in the Church. This battle for truth has been seen from the beginning of human history in the Garden of Eden and it will continue through until the end of this present age, but it’s a battle that’s inten-

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sifying in these last days. In all ways, it’s a battle for truth between the God of Truth, who has revealed Himself to us in His Word, which is truth (Psalm 119:160) and the god of this world, Satan, who is the father of lies and in whom there is no truth (John 8:44). For most people today, it seems truth is fluid. Rather than being absolute, truth to most people is relative to individual perspectives and circumstances. It is more important to have an opinion than it is to hold to truth. Being tolerant of divergent opinions and viewpoints and being all-inclusive are postulated as desirable attitudes, whereas holding to biblical truth is seen as narrow-minded and judgmental. As Isaiah 49:14 & 15(a) states: “justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the street, and uprightness cannot enter. Yes, truth is lacking”. Jude verse 3 exhorts us to “earnestly contend for the faith, once for all, delivered to the Saints”, referring to God’s Word, the Scriptures, and the sound doctrine that is the revelation of God committed to us. We are to earnestly fight and to consistently contend for that faith, .org.nz because it is the battle for truth – and truth is one of the most powerful weapons God has set before His people.

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Guides need new leader Papamoa Girl Guides must find a new leader to run their weekly meetings by the end of 2014, or the unit faces closing down. Current leader Tania Davies has run the group for the last four years but has to retire from the position due to work commitments in 2015. She’s hoping to find a replacement quickly, to offer training and support for the newcomer. “We’re desperately looking for a new leader or we may have to close our unit down, which would be awful.” Tania says the unit consists of girls aged nine to 13. She says the role is incredibly rewarding, seeing the girls learn new life skills. “It’s really rewarding working with young women, and seeing them get empowered by some of the experiences. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for them to learn

leadership and communication skills.” Tania’s role mostly involves planning and running two-hour meetings every Thursday afternoon, helping the girls collect badges for numerous achievements. “There are some badges which really challenge them, so there’s a lot of development.” Anyone interested in helping can phone Tania on 07 533 1126.

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Skillful trio hits Tauranga stage The winsome, wacky and wonderful Auckland Chamber Ensemble Brass will take centre stage at next month’s Tauranga Musica event. Formed in 2011, ACE Brass features Huw Dann on trumpet, Emma Richards on the French horn and John Gluyas on trombone are playing at Tauranga Park Auditorium

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on Sunday, August 17. Crucial to the trio’s success has been its diversity of repertoire and its members’ virtuosic skills as soloists. The ensemble recognises it’s essential to inspire audiences from throughout the country, not only in the major cities of New Zealand. Regional touring is a key ingredient for the ensemble as they engage in bringing the brass from the back of the orchestra to the centre stage.

The Bethlehem College Concert Band and Orchestra recently returned from competing in the Australian International Music Festival in Sydney. They had an amazing time meeting musicians from Australia, Singapore, Hawaii, Guam and Massachusetts, finishing with a grand finale in the town hall where both groups received Silver Awards. Director of Music Tom Jarrett says “The students have enjoyed a wonderful experience, grown musically and in confidence”.

Organiser Barry Ward says the concert, at 3pm, will be an evocative exploration of what it means to perform brass repertoire in the 21st Century. Tickets are available from www. tgamusica.co.nz or from 385 Ocean Beach Rd in Mount Maunganui. The Weekend Sun has two double passes to Auckland Chamber Ensemble Brass to give away to lucky readers who can tell us where the trio is playing. Enter online at www.sunlive.co.nz under the competitions section. Entries must be received before Wednesday, July 30.

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Greerton fest Hundreds of people lined the streets of Greerton last Friday to see a light show like no other, in the annual winter IlluminArt Festival.

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