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s The Phuket News went to press, Australian Gary Ponting was being questioned by police over a series of bizarre incidents in front of the Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa in Patong on Tuesday (October 1). At about 9am that morning, Ponting, 44, from Brisbane, arrived at the resort in a brand new pickup truck. His partner, who declined to give the newspaper her name, arrived at the same time on a motorbike and walked into the lobby, while Ponting waited in the pickup

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truck outside. She came out some time later with five guests. The leader of the legitimate taxi group based at the resort, Suangchanok Chaiyadech, asked where she was taking the guests. “To a bar,” said Ponting’s partner. “To Tiger Kingdom,” said one of the guests. This made the taxi drivers very suspicious. They had already had past experience “on many occasions” said Mrs Suangchanok, of other foreigners picking up people they appeared not to know from the resort – in effect, acting as “black taxis”.

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Armed Australian ‘black taxi’ driver arrested after row Continued from page 1. As Ponting ushered the guests to his four-door truck, Mrs Suangchanok asked him, “Are you involved in timeshare?” He said, “No. I have a tour company,” and drove away. Around midday he returned and asked for Mrs Suangchanok. She was not there. “I’ll be back,” he said. Around 3pm he came back. He was angry, she said, swearing at her profusely. He took her photo. She asked why. He did not reply but carried on taking pictures. She pushed the camera down as colleagues came to see what was happening. At that point Ponting pulled out a push dagger – a small but potentially deadly knife that fits in the fist. He swung it and nicked one of the drivers on the chin. He also kicked another driver in the leg, then went back to his truck and returned carrying what looked like a large-calibre revolver. The taxi drivers fled. Ponting drove away and Mrs Suangchanok called the police who reacted very fast, stopping Ponting at the roundabout at the north end of the beach road. They pulled him

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The Similans – an increasingly popular place for tourists to visit. Ponting returns with his gun in this photo taken by one of the Graceland taxi drivers. from the truck and handcuffed him. The revolver, it turned out, was a BB replica, though they also found real bullets in the truck. Police also seized the push dagger. Ponting refused to talk to reporters to give his side of the story. At the time of going to press he remained in custody. His partner offered money to make the case go away. Police confirmed that Ponting said for all to hear that in Thailand “money can fix anything”. Mrs Suangchanok refused the offer. “We don’t want your money. We want our dignity back. You don’t own Thailand. We [Thais] do.”

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SIMILAN SCAM Con artists ‘target tour firms’

he Similans National Park Office has issued a warning to tour operators that a con artist has been posing as a parks officials and trying to sell them fake entry passes to the park. Normally, tour companies are charged a set fee for each tourist they bring into the park, with another charge each time they bring a boat into the park, but at least one con artist is offering a flat fee for the season, based on the size of engine in the boats they use. Nut Kongkesorn, Chief of the Similans National Park told The Phuket News on Monday

(September 30) that details of the scam were a little vague, and that he did not now the prices being quoted, or how many people are involved in the scam. “I was told by a source that there are people claiming to be National Park officers telling tour operators that if they want to get into the Similans and get the discount, they can pay a flat rate instead of paying the boat fee and for tickets according to the number of tourists on board. “I am afraid that tour operators will fall for this scam, so I sent a letter around to warn them. Also, I would like to

let them know that I am not ignoring this problem. “I still don’t know whether the person or people involved are real Park officers or not, so if you are contacted by them, please call me at 081-3109306 or call the Similans National Park Office at 076-453-272 and tell me who the person is. “I would like to stress again: Don’t believe them. We have never had such a policy for collecting National Park fees.” The Similans National Park is due to open to tourists on October 15, after being closed for the monsoon season.

One-year-old dies from beating A ONE-YEAR-OLD BOY died on Saturday morning (September 28) in Thalang Hospital after a severe beating the previous evening, probably by a relative. The little boy, who has not

been named, was taken to the hospital on Friday night, unconscious and with bruises all over his body. He was given emergency treatment before being transferred to Vachira Phuket Hospital. He died there

the following morning at 8:30. Police were called in and an autopsy was performed that revealed the child had been beaten so hard that his liver and other internal organs were ruptured.

THE CEO OF GLENN DEfense Marina Asia (GDMA), which has for several years provided “husbanding” services for US warships visiting Phuket, has been arrested in the US for corruption. Also arrested in connection with Leonard Glenn Francis, boss of Singapore-based GDMA, are a senior US Navy officer and a special agent for the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). GDMA’s website lists 33 husbanding jobs done for the US Navy this year, including visits to Phuket by the nuclearpowered carrier USS Nimitz, the guided missile cruiser USS Princeton and the destroyer USS Higgins. In a press release, the Office of the US Attorney in San Diego accuses Francis of bribing the other two to provide him with information that would give his company an inside track of “hundreds of millions of dollars in defense contracts”, and to fend off investigations into his dealings with US Navy. In exchange for the information, the US Attorney alleges, Francis treated US Navy Commander Michael Vannak Khem Misiewicz and NCIS Supervisory Special Agent John Bertrand Beliveau II to luxury travel and prostitutes. While Misiewicz provided Francis with intelligence on ship movements, months in advance, Beliveau provided information and advice on an NCIS investigation into Glenn Marine’s activities. Francis was arrested in San Diego on September 16. Misiewicz and Beliveau were arrested in Colorado and Virginia, respectively, on the same day, and US justice officers are working on having them delivered to San Diego to face trial with Francis. The day after the US Attorney’s announcement, the Washington Post reported that the US Navy had barred GMDA from signing contracts with the US government.” In a concession to practicality, existing contracts can continue “if needed”, but no new contracts may be signed. thephuketnews

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Thief rings wat bell, woman rings the police THALANG POLICE received a bizarre call on Sunday afternoon (September 29) from Natthakarn Rattanapan, 33, of Term Fan Village in Baan Manik. A man had come to her, she said, and attempted to sell her a large brass bell of the type normally seen only in temples. Officers promptly went to the scene, where they were shown the 30-kilogram brass bell, crafted in traditional Thai style, wrapped in a fertilizer bag and sitting on a two-wheel hand trolley. Next to the cart the police found a half-empty bottle of Chinese whisky and an empty glass. Ms Natthakarn told them that a man aged around 50 years, carrying the bottle of

whisky and dragging the trolley behind him had offered to sell her a bell for B1,200. Amused and intrigued, she told him she wanted to see the bell before she could consider buying it. To her astonishment, he unveiled the temple bell. She asked him where he had got it from. He told her he was a bell founder and had brought the bell from Pakrongcheep Village in Tambon Thepkrasattri. He had to sell the bell, he said, because his boss didn’t have money to pay him. Ms Natthakarn called the police. When the man heard her doing this he ran away, leaving the bell and the whisky behind. The police are now looking for him. Eakkapop Thongtub

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A big welcome and farewell THE ISLAND’S NEW PROvincial Police Commander, Maj Gen Ong-art Phiewruangnont, arrived on Sunday night (September 29). Gen Ong-Art immediately paid his respects to Thao Thepkrassatri and Thao Srisoonthorn, the island’s two heroines, before starting work on Monday. Gen Ong-Art, who is due to retire in a year’s time, was born in Yasothorn Province. His most recent posting was as police commander in Nakhon Ratchassima, Thailand’s largest province. On Monday evening (October 1), a party was held at The Metropole hotel to welcome the new police chief and to bid farewell to his predecessor, Maj Gen Choti Chavalviwat, who has now left the island and the police force. Retired, he will split his time between Bangkok, Phuket and Narathiwat.

All smiles: Gen Ong-Art (left) with his predecessor, Gen Choti.

Ladyboys held DATE WITH THE JUDGE after robbing American drug kingpin whisked off to US Swedish tourist A KARON POLICE ON MONday (September 30) arrested two ladyboys for robbing an 18-year-old Swedish tourist of cash, a credit card and and iPhone 4s. Duty officer Pol Lt Ratthapol Deethongon told The Phuket News that the robbery took place on Sunday (September 29) around 2.45pm. On that day, the tourist, Robin Hedberg, reported that he was walking with a friend along the road in front of Club Med in Kata, Lt Ratthapol said. “Two ladyboys riding a motorcycle stopped and asked if they wanted a massage. “The tourists declined, so the two ladyboys took [Mr Hedberg’s] phone, B5,000

in cash and a credit card and drove off towards Patong. “We asked the tourists for details about the ladyboys and their motorcycle. They could remember only the type and the colour. But we checked security camera footage and were able to track [the robbers] to the area around the OTOP market in Patong.” Police moved in and arrested the duo, Numpol Poochai and Pairat Chanwiang, who promptly confessed. “They said they had spent all the money and had also used the credit card, then thrown it away. “But officers were able to recover the iPhone, which was returned to the tourist.”

ccused American drug lord and alleged murderer Joseph Hunter, who was arrested in Phuket last Wednesday night (September 25) along with five alleged accomplices, has been deported from Thailand and faces trial in New York. British media also reported that the two British men arrested at the same time, and accused of running one of the world’s biggest drug smuggling operations with Hunter, will also face trial in New York. Thai authorities arrested Hunter at the Phuket Country Club and five others – two Britons, a Slovakian, a Filipino and a Taiwanese – in Patong on Wednesday, at the request of the United States. ThaiRath newspaper reported that Hunter, a former

member of the US Special Forces, was accused of killing a judge in the Philippines. The Narcotics Suppression Bureau said Hunter used Thailand only to plan his transnational drug trafficking and based his narcotic operations in the Philippines. British tabloid newspaper The Mirror reported that the two British men arrested had military expertise and were “trained to kill”. “All these people were trained to kill,” said Thai deputy national police chief Somyot Pumpanmuang in Bangkok, where the suspects were flown from Phuket. A source close to the case was quoted by The Mirror as saying, “This is a major breakthrough in the war on drugs. “The British men along

with Hunter and the others had been suspected for a long time as being the kingpins of the Far East. “We had been tracking them down for a long time. We will now get them in New York where they will face the law to its fullest degree.” The Bangkok Post reported that heavily armed Crime Suppression Division (CSD) commandos brought Hunter to Don Mueang airport, where he was loaded aboard a charter flight back to the States for prosecution. Pol Col Athip Thaennil, special operations chief of the CSD, led the motorcade to Don Mueang airport. He said Hunter looked solemn during the drive. Hunter arrest and swift deportation was made possible because the US had revoked

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and the fact they often have their teeth cut out or trimmed to prevent them from biting. “Please help us raise awareness about this problem by speaking out against it and asking your fans not to have their photo taken with exotic animals when abroad,” Ms Thompson wrote in the letter. “A simple message from you via Facebook or Twitter will reach millions of people who would otherwise be unaware of the nature and severity of this issue.” There has been no response from Rihanna or her PR team. Ms Thompson said she knew the Facebook posting was “a long shot”, however, she thinks there’s a “reasonable chance Rihanna, or at least someone close to her, has or

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TWO FOREIGNERS DIED in the waters off the Racha islands in the past week. The first was Russian expat and experienced diver Denis Lipatov, 39, who died while spearfishing off Koh Racha Noi on Saturday (September 28) around 5pm. The circumstances of his death are unclear. Police told The Phuket News that Mr Lipatov drowned after he went swimming in stormy seas, but friends of the Russian man say he was involved in an accident while spear fishing. Mr Lipatov, known as

“Captain Den”, had lived in Phuket for 10 years. He is survived by his wife Olga. On Tuesday aftermoon (October 1), Chinese tourist Lin Hunhing, 30, drowned off Koh Racha Yai. Chalong Police said that he was with a tour group and went bodyboarding in two-metre-high waves with a couple of friends. When he lost the board, he got into difficulty. Beach guards and friends finally manage to pull him out of the water, but attempts to resuscitate him failed.

Patong, west coast blacked out by crash TOURISTS WERE LEFT scared and confused after the streets in Patong, Kata and Karon – including Patong’s party central Bangla Rd – were plunged into darkness around midnight on September 26. Kathu Police Superintendent Pol Col Jirapat Pochanaphan said a cement truck crashed into an electricity pole in Thalang, which caused power to be cut to homes and businesses in the Thalang area. It also restricted overall

power supply to the island, to the point where not enough was available to supply parts of the west coast. Small businesses, particularly on Patong’s Bangla Rd and Taweewong Road (the beach road) were without generators, so instead brought out lamps and candles for their customers. Patong entertainment venue owner Sakdadat “Auan” Anooman estimated a loss for owners of around B10 million. Eakkapop Thongtub

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M Gen Wuthi (right) asks Col Sermphan Sirikong, Superintendent of Phuket Town Police, about some of the illegal weapons seized during the 40-day anti-crime campaign.

40-day anti-crime blitz ‘big success’ TWO TOP POLICE GENERals, Gen Wuthi Liptapallop and Gen Pichit Kuandachakupt, were in Phuket on Thursday (September 26) to review a 40-day blitz against crime in Phuket, Krabi, Samui, Pattaya, and Chiang Mai, which began on August 16 and ended last Wednesday (September 25). The results, they said, were “satisfactory”. Gen Wuthi said that during the 40 days, no tourists were murdered, raped, or killed in

the course of a robbery in any of the five places. Police also successfully “wiped out” all ladyboy prostitution in Pattaya. “Also, we reduced the number of cases of foreigners being deceived into buying [fake or poor quality] jewellery, thefts of tourists’ property on tour buses, and tourists being coerced by touts into buying tailored clothes. Now we have solved these problems.” “This is a good thing, because if we allow [these

things] to happen then it will ruin the country’s tourism reputation.” However, he said there are still some illegal tour counters. “So I have ordered the Tourist Police to fix this within seven days.” A total of 10,000 raids had been carried out, he said. Of these, 5,000 involved drugs, 2,000 ended in arrests of people overstaying or working illegally, and 1,600 were against prostitution.

ayor Pian Keesin of Patong has been suspended from office while the Administrative Court considers an allegation of electoral fraud. Deputy Mayor Chairat Sukkbal told The Phuket News on Friday (September 27) that the mayor’s suspension would have no immediate effect on the running of the municipality; all three deputy mayors know what they need to do and will continue doing it. Mr Chairat said the mayor’s troubles are related to the large number of people named on the house register (tabien baan) for his hotel, the Patong Bay Resort. “We have to wait for the court’s decision, which will be sent to the District Secretary of Kathu. Then we will know what will happen.” Mayor Pian’s suspension is the latest in a series of such incidents in the money-talks rough-and-tumble of Patong politics. Pian Keesin first got booted out of office in 2001 when the council voted to reject his

proposed budget – in effect a vote of no confidence. In the election campaign that ensued, his rival Surasak Maneesri claimed Mr Pian was importing voters and registering them at his house so they could vote in the upcoming poll. Mr Pian fired the same accusation back at Mr Surasak. There was a bizarre incident when an apparent assassination attack on Mr Surasak failed. The candidate was sitting in his car at the traffic lights outside Tesco-Lotus bypass. Seeing he had a long wait, he decided to recline his seat and take a short rest. Two men on a motorbike drew up alongside and fired four shots through the driver’s side window. The bullets missed Mr Surasak, and burrowed into the dash. Mr Pian branded it as staged in order to get sympathy votes. Mr Surasak dared Mr Pian to sit in a car while he, Surasak, fired a gun through the window. Mr Pian declined to take up his offer. Just before the election Mr Surasak was declared ineligible and was red-carded by the Administration Court which found him guilty of buying the

votes of the councillors who had rejected Mr Pian’s budget. He was barred from politics for five years so his brother Chalermsak stepped up as mayoral candidate – and won. But he in turn was booted out for electoral cheating. A new poll in February 2004 saw the election of Songserm Kepsap, who beat Mr Pian by 322 votes. That poll, too, was declared void. A new vote four months later finally saw Mr Pian seated on the mayoral throne again, and this time the election commissioners deemed the election clean enough to stand.Mr Pian has been in power ever since. A month ago Mayor Pian answered questions about the possibility that he might be ordered to step down because of alleged irregularities in elections last year. He said he would not fight any court order. “We have to follow the regulations. If the Central Election Commission takes the case to the court and the court makes a judgement that I am out and there will be new elections, then I won’t fight the ruling. I will contest those elections.”

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IN BRIEF Jet-ski attacker gets swift justice Jet-ski operator, Danaichet Yomjinda, 25, admitted assaulting two tourists last Friday (September 27) and was promptly hauled before the Phuket Provincial Court. Danaichet was arrested after he got into an argument with the two tourists over damage to his jet-ski. Enraged, he grabbed a ‘No

Swimming’ flag and beat both tourists – a 66-year-old man and his son, 43, with the flagpole, giving them both bruises. The following day Danaichet went before a judge, pleased guilty, and was fined B1,000. He was also sentenced to three months in jail, suspended for two years.

Big Clean collects 8 tonnes of trash T he island-wide beach clean-up on September 2122 resulted in a total of eight tonnes of trash collected, about the same as was collected last year. Around 1,400 people took part in the “Phuket Island Big Clean”, part of the global “Clean up the World”

weekend, which is held in September every year. Environmental group SEEK co-founder Nick Anthony said between 750 and 800 bags of trash had been collected and around 19.6km of shoreline was cleaned – more than 70 per cent of the island’s main beaches.

No bouquets for flower shop crash driver Mystery surrounds a crash on Saturday evening (September 28), when a Toyota Vios ploughed into a flower shop close to the intersection of Thepkrassattri Rd and the old airport road, and one person sitting in the shop was injured. The driver, named as Narin Tinsakoo, 23, was taken to Thalang Police Station.

Officers said he was “in a drowsy condition”. Witnesses told officers that 22-year-old Veeranan Keb-a-karn – who was hospitalised after being hit by the car – was in the flower shop with Narin’s girlfriend, but no one was sure whether Narin deliberately drove into the shop or whether it was an accident. Eakkapop Thongtub

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esponding to an anonymous letter of complaint, Vice-Governor Somkiat Sangkhaosutthirak on September 25 inspected illegal structures – homes, boatsheds and piers – along the channel leading from Boat Lagoon past Royal Phuket Marina into Phang Nga Bay. The letter, signed by “The Real Phuket People” and delivered to Governor Maitree Intusut’s office a month ago, complained, “The Marine Office has posted notices ordering people not to encroach, build on or level the ground in the area. “But the notices have been ignored by local authorities, including the village headman, who tried to take possession of the land and sell pieces without land ownership documents. “They have abused their power, creating troubles for local fisherfolk and people who lived in the area before them. “Also, it is a disorderly place and rife with drugs used by boat crew members...” Photographs sent with the letter showed that the land under dispute was a 100-metre stretch located to the north of Boat Lagoon, next to the channel, where many small build-

V/Gov Somkiet (right) discusses the issue with village headman Pattana Tinkohkaew. ings and piers have sprouted up along the bank of the channel. Obviously visible were parts that had been levelled or raised to facilitate construction. V/Gov Somkiat called Pattana Tinkohkaew, the village headman, to explain. Mr Pattana denied having anything to do with the illegal construction. “I’ve been in the post [of headman] for just two years. I had nothing to do with anything described in the letter. “Some of the construction along the riverbank was completed before I became headman.”

A representative of the Land Department confirmed that no land documents exist for the areas under siege. Although most of the structures are small and poorly made, there is one large home which appears to be unoccupied, and which no one seemed to know anything about. V/Gov Somkiat said of all the structures, “They have encroached on public land and turned it to their personal use. So the Marine Office and the Mangrove Department must make complaints of encroachment to the police. Later on,

[the encroachers] will have to tear down the buildings.” But he advocated leaving in place the people who are already living in structures built on the land, at least until alternative arrangements can be made. “Otherwise,” he said, “it will look [to the poor people] like the government is bullying them while leaving alone the rich people on the opposite side [of the channel].” On the opposite side,the land is used by Royal Phuket Marina for hardstand storage of boats and for marina services.

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ustralian Ambassador to Thailand, James Wise, joked that if retiring Phuket Honorary Consul Larry Cunningham had known when he took the job that the number of Australian visitors to Phuket would increase the way they have, he might never have taken the job. Mr Cunningham was farewelled at an event held at the Chava resort in Surin on Friday (September 27), surrounded by friends. He officially retired on Monday (September 30). No official announcement of a replacement has been made; a new appointment is expected to take “months”. Mr Wise told guests that when Mr Cunningham first took up the position of Honorary Consul on the island more than eight years ago, around 3,000 Australians visited Phuket each month. Fast forward to 2013, and more than 22,000 Australians are now visiting every month – making Australia one of the island’s largest expatriate and tourist groups, and Mr Cunningham probably the busiest

Larry Cunningham, right, with Australian Ambassador to Thailand James Wise. Honorary Consul on Phuket. “If Larry had known when he took on the job, that it was going to grow to 22,000, he would have thought again,” Mr Wise joked. “He has never failed to meet the needs of Australians who have found themselves in some spot of bother – or worse than a spot of bother,” he said. Mr Wise spoke about moments during Mr Cunningham’s time in the role, including calls from the Australian Embassy at all hours of the night (which Mr Cunningham

later said was usually met by a “wtf” when he answered the phone), sitting for hours with distressed Australians during police interviews, and meeting boats returning from Phi Phi with injured Australian tourists on board. Mr Wise also read out two letters received by the Embassy, from people who had been helped by Mr Cunningham, including one from an Australian whose child had died on Phuket. “Dear Larry, We can’t thank you enough for the sup-

port you gave us in Phuket. To lose a child is the worst thing that can happen to a parent. But the way in which you moved so quickly, it made an unthinkable situation less awful. It meant we could concentrate on looking after our child, and worry so much less about the outside details. “Thank you for being there for us, and for putting a caring human face on what can often be just another bureaucratic process. Australians travelling in Phuket are in good hands.” During a short speech, Mr

Cunningham thanked everyone for their support, over the years. “We have had a lot of problems in Phuket, and it’s amazing when you start writing the things down,” he said. “We’ve had plane crashes, airport takeovers...we have had all sorts of things. It’s been up and down, it’s been a rollercoaster ride. I’m so blessed with so many wonderful [fellow Phuket] Honorary Consuls, and so many friends here. Phuket Tourist Association Secretary Bhumkit Ruktaengam said Mr Cunningham was “the most outspoken Honorary Consul on the island”, and always respected Thailand, its people, and the culture. “If I had to choose my own Honorary Consul somewhere else, Larry’s got my vote.” Earlier this month Mr Cunningham said that one of his main reasons for wanting to step down was that he wanted to spend more time with his grandchildren in Australia. He plans to spend half the year in Phuket and the other half in Australia. Australians with a consular emergency can contact the Australian Embassy in Bangkok on +66 2 344 6300 for assistance.

Chinese women beaten by robbers TWO CHINESE WOMEN tourists were beaten on Tuesday evening (October 1) by wouldbe robbers as they walked back to their hotel in Bang Tao. Ren Yun, 31, and Cheng Supei, 26, had been shopping at Tesco-Lotus in Cherng Talay and were walking back to their hotel, the Amora Beach Resort. The way is along an ill-lit road with open fields on both sides. Two men on a motorbike stopped next to them and the passenger stepped off and tried to snatch Ms Ren’s handbag. The two women resisted him and shouted for help. The attacker then grabbed a large piece of wood and started to beat them with it. The attacker broke off his assault when he saw the light of an approaching vehicle, and the duo fled on their motorbike, leaving the tourists with their possessions intact. The women were taken to hospital; Ms Cheng had a few bruises while Ms Ren had damage to her hands and a dislocated shoulder. Police are looking for the attackers. Eakkapop Thongtub

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he annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival officially starts this evening (October 4), with the raising of the Go Teng poles at shrines around the island – attracting crowds of foreigners and locals alike to this spectacular display of local culture. Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival (or Jia Chai in local Hokkien Chinese dialect) began in 1825, when the governor of Thalang, Praya Jerm, moved the island’s principal town from Ta Reua in Thalang District to GetHoe in Kathu District, where there were many tin mines and Chinese miners. Around this time, a travelling opera company (called ngiu in Thai or pua-hee in Hokkien) came from China to perform for the miners. When the whole company grew sick for an unknown reason, they kept to a vegetarian diet to honour two of the emperor gods, Kiew Ong Tai Teh and Yok Ong Sone Teh. The sickness afflicting the opera troupe then disappeared. This greatly interested the people of Kathu, who asked how it was done. The answer came that ritual vegetarianism with its attendant ceremonies had been the cause. The local

people embraced the faith, an enthusiasm that continues to this day. Thus the festival began. Starting the first evening of the ninth lunar month, it continued until the ninth evening, and the aim was to bring good luck to individuals as well as to the community. Later, a person familiar with the festival volunteered to return to Kansai, in China, where he invited the sacred Hiao lan (incense smoke) and Lian Tui (name plaques), which have the status of gods, to come and stay in Kathu. He also brought back holy

writings used in the ceremonies, returning to Phuket on the seventh night of the ninth month. The people, hearing of his arrival, went in procession to Bang Niao Pier to collect the man and his sacred cargo. This was the origin of the processions that figures so greatly in the annual spectacle. The afternoon before the festival begins, a great pole, the Go Teng pole, is raised at each temple, and the gods are invited to descend it. At midnight the pole is hung with nine lanterns, signaling the start of the festival. The two most important gods, Kiew Ong Tai Teh and Yok Ong Sone Teh, are then also invited down to preside over ceremonies. Aside from this, there are other ceremonies at the temples throughout the festival, notably invocation of the gods Lam Tao, who keeps track of the living, and Pak Tao, who keeps track of the dead; and the well-known feats of the Mah Song, such as bathing in hot oil, climbing ladders made of sharp blades, and walking on hot coals.

The Mah Song – literally, Steeds of the Gods – are also a central part of the processions through the streets of Phuket, often juddering from possession by the gods, and with cheeks or other parts of the body pierced with sharp objects as massive amounts of firecrackers explode all around. The festival ends with merit-making ceremonies at each temple, and a farewell to the gods on the last night. That night is when the fireworks are at their most impressive, with processions winding their way from every shrine and converging on Saphan Hin.

BEING A MAH SONG One long-time Mah Song is Sap Chutimakornkul, a born and bred Phuketian, who this year will have been a Mah Song at Bang Niew shrine for 22 years. He explained to The Phuket News how he first became a messenger of the gods. “It began when I had the same dream for three nights in a row, about six months before the 1991 Vegetarian Festival. “I dreamed that a god flew over the clouds, then came

down to earth and asked me to be his Mah Song. In the dream, I thought it was strange, but I agreed, and I was not worried. “But when I woke up, I still didn’t really believe in Mah Song, and I didn’t want to be one. I was not a teenager anymore – I was nearly 30 years old – and I was not interested in doing extreme things like that.” But what happened next, around four months later, and about two months before the 1991 Vegetarian Festival, gave Mr Sap no option but to be involved; he was “chosen” by the god. “One day, I went to Koh Sirey with my friend, and we visited his older brother’s house. At the time he had been taken over by the god, and was showing all the outward signs of being a Mah Song. “Then suddenly, I was taken over too. I was not aware what was happening. Then while I was being a Mah Song, someone asked me who I was. I wrote down “Tai Pae Gim Chae”, a god who is one of the angels who works as an ambassador for Yok Ong Tai

Teh, the jade emperor, and king of the gods. “Somehow, I wrote the name in Chinese characters, though I didn’t know any Chinese. Then I started to believe, and I was not scared. I thought back to the dream, and remembered in the dream that I had agreed to be a Mah Song. “The first time I was a Mah Song [in the Vegetarian Festival], I already knew I had to pierce my cheeks with a piece of metal to take away the pain from other regular people. So I got a thin metal stick for myself – I cleaned it and prepared it to go through my face. “Then, at the temple, the Mah Song beat the drums to invite the gods, who are always near during Vegetarian Festival time. It’s like saying, ‘I’m ready, now you can take over my body.’ “My helper at the temple assisted me to put the metal stick through my cheek, and by now I was unaware. I didn’t know what was going on. Then the god inside me took over, and grabbed a much bigger piece of metal. This was not the piece of metal I had prepared – it was much bigger, but I was not aware of what was happening. “When I awoke from being a Mah Song, I saw I had very big holes in my cheeks.” Every year since, about 10 days before the Vegetarian Festival, Mr Sap is visited by Tai Pae Gim Chae, his god. “Some years, if I am not ready to be a Mah Song for him, for example maybe I’m sick or not healthy, then I ask him if I can take a break. Then the god agrees and understands, and I don’t have to be a Mah Song that year. But most times I agree. “When I am being a Mah Song, and the god takes over thephuketnews

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STREET PROCESSIONS October 6 CHOOR SU GONG NAKA SHRINE From the Shrine to Phuket Town

October 7 SAPAM SHRINE From the Shrine to Phuket Town BANGKOO SHRINE Street Procession in Phuket Town CHERNG THALAY SHRINE Street Procession at Manik Village – Cherng Thalay Village 1 HAI YIAN GENG SHRINE Street Procession in Naiyang Village

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my body, I can’t control myself. For example, when I am in the parade, I see you, and sometimes I remember you and want to say hello, but I can’t control myself – I’m not being myself. Mr Sap said there are sometimes fake Mah Songs that he’s heard of, but these are not common. “Sometimes the fake ones have to go to hospital because when they pierce their bodies, they cannot stop the blood flowing. Or when they are in the parade, they collapse because they cannot stand the pain from the piercings – these two problems do not affect real Mah Song.” Another way to tell if a Mah Song is real or not is if they can speak Chinese when they have been taken over by the god. Seniors of the shrine who know Chinese will ask the Mah Song questions about the gods in Chinese, and the real Mah Songs can answer well in Chinese, even if they do not speak it in their normal life. Mr Sap explains, “After the Vegetarian Festival parade, the god leaves my body and I go back to my regular life. On the final day of the Vegetarian Festival, at Saphan Hin, we send the gods back to heaven.” @thephuketnews

KEEPING SAFE Dr Sirichai Silapa-acha, the Director of Patong Hospital, said that before the Vegetarian Festival each year, the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office gives blood tests to all the Mah Song, to test for any contagious diseases.

In the past, Mah Song would usually share the objects used to pierce their bodies. But these days, with people more aware of the transmission of disease through blood, each Mah Song has his or her own objects. These are cleaned with disinfectant or alcohol before piercing begins. Dr Sirichai said there is no serious harm done by piercing one’s cheek with small objects. “It is like piercing ears for earrings; it is not so serious. But people can get infections if they don’t clean the objects well. “It is a traditional festival, hence it is impossible to stop people from piercing their bodies, or stop people using firecrackers. “But we advise anyone who wants to join in and watch the big parades and street processions to wear cotton balls or earplugs for their ears. “We have had some cases

of perforated eardrums, particularly after the last day of the Vegetarian Festival, when there is the biggest parade ending at Saphan Hin. “D u r i ng t he pa rades [through the streets], people should wear glasses, hats and other things to fend off smoke [and debris] from the firecrackers. But Saphan Hin is a large open air space, so it is good for ventilation. Thanks to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (Phuket) for allowing reproduction of their Vegetarian Festival guide.

LIM HU TAI SU SHRINE (SAMKONG) From the Shrine to Phuket Town CHERNG THALAY SHRINE Street Procession at Surin Beach Village and Cherng Thalay Village 2 TAE GUN SHRINE (BAN NABON) From the Shrine to Chalong, Rawai, Karon SHENG LENG TONG Street Procession in Muangmai Village HAI YIAN GENG SHRINE Street Procession in Ban Tha Chat Chai

October 9 BAN THA RUE SHRINE From the Shrine to Phuket Town SAPAM SHRINE From the Shrine to Sapam Village JANG ONG SHRINE From the Shrine to Phuket Town TAE GUN TAI TAE SHRINE (BAN PASAK) From the Shrine to Pasak Village and Ban Don Market CHOOR SU GONG NAKA SHRINE From the Shrine to Naka Village

October 10 BANG NEOW SHRINE In Phuket Town CHERNG THALAY SHRINE Street Procession in Thalang District

GIM TSU ONG SHRINE (BAN DON) From the Shrine to Maikhao Village SHENG LENG TONG SHRINE Street Procession in Tha Ma Prow Village/ Ban Nuea

October 11 JUI TUI SHRINE In Phuket Town GIM TSU ONG SHRINE (BAN DON) In Ban Don Village – Ban Kian Village – Ban Sakoo Village – Ban Naiyang Village – Airport – Muang Mai Village

October 12 KATHU SHRINE From the Shrine to Phuket Town BAN THA RUE SHRINE From the Shrine to Thalang Town YOK KE KENG SHRINE From the Shrine to Phuket Town GIM TSU ONG SHRINE (BAN DON) From the Shrine to Chalong HAI YIANG GENG SHRINE Street Procession in Ban Mai Khao Village

October 13 SUI BOON TONG SHRINE In Phuket Town BANGKOO SHRINE From the Shrine to Sapam and Bangkoo Villages NGOR HIAN SHRINE Street Procession in Ban Kian

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here are many jobs that foreigners living in Thailand are prevented from doing. The list is long and varied. The 39 prohibited professions in the updated Alien Employment Act (2008) include labouring work, tour guide and driving a motor vehicle for commercial purposes. Working in one of these professions is a risky business that can result in cancellation of visas and, according to the Alien Employment Act, leave you liable for a prison term not exceeding five years or a fine of no more than B100,000. You’re also likely to be deported. Reasons for such laws and reserved professions are understandable, especially across Southeast Asia, where education, training and capital funds are often not on the same level as other more developed economies. Reserved professions, with guaranteed income and revenue

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Give kids a chance [Re. Fans slam Phuket FC’s sub-par performances] There is so much home grown talent in Phuket. Bring these kids through because they idolise Phuket FC, and you will have players whose heart is with their home team – not one year mercenaries who cant wait to get down to Bangla Road and give it large. Peter

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Myanmarese and other members of ASEAN will still be unable to make hats, lay bricks, or be drivers. So what exactly is the point of the AEC? Well, there will be many sectors where certain professions will be opened up to ASEAN nationals, including jobs such as doctors, dentists and, interestingly, tourism service providers, but there are many that will remain forbidden. The basic tenants of capitalism decree that competition is good as it encourages those competing businesses to improve services, which is ultimately good for the consumer. If one subscribes to this notion, then perhaps Thailand – and all ASEAN countries – would be better served by opening up their job markets to all. Otherwise, integration schemes such as the AEC may end up being mere semantics, which will fail to help the labour supply in sectors that need it the most.

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for nationals, makes for a level playing field and without them, a sort of economic colonialism would surely occur. This week it was alleged that an Australian national had decided to forego such prohibitions and obvious dangers and find work as a taxi driver, which led to a fracas outside a Patong hotel with real taxi drivers. Although The Phuket News cannot condone the Australian’s actions, it does raise an interesting point regarding reserved professions in Thailand. If Thailand continues to refuse to allow foreigners to work in the 39 reserved professions, how much is exactly going to change from the launch of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015? Although the ease and mobility of skilled labour in the region will be increased, the number of jobs accessible to non-Thai nationals will not change. Filipinos, Singaporeans,

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[Re. Phuket Motoring: The Volkswagen Beetle] ‘Has anybody told Kwan how dangerous the old Beetle is? I remember from my visits

to the road research laboratory in the UK being shown how in a head on collision the steering column is launched directly through the drivers head. Wouldn’t that ruin your scenic drive? Sam Bull

Kudos for taking stand on loris [Re. Phuket animal worker admits letter to Rihanna is ‘a long shot’] Well done Ms Thompson. An excellent letter for an important subject! Good on ya mate. Esther Tarszisz

Rant about the state of roads After another bout of mindlessly waiting at traffic lights and construction sites in and around Central, I have decided to rant in this letter at how the Phuket officials have got it 180 degrees out. Phuket government has obviously seen a problem but instead of looking correctly at

this issue they have gone for the ‘finger in the dyke syndrome’. Constructing underpasses and overpasses and any other type of passes they can think of will not solve this problem, there are just too many vehicles on the inadequate roads of Phuket. They say it will take approximately two years for all this construction to be finished (questionable). In that time another 10,000 vehicles will be on the island making these stop gap measures out of date and untenable. All the while, whilst these ‘notions of change’ are being constructed two very large car showrooms with servicing workshops are being finished off in the north of the island. Couple this with the Thai government’s policy of giving new car owners a lump sum back for purchasing a new vehicle (more on this later) makes a prediction of an extra 10,000 cars on the island in two years seem rather conservative. This ‘money back to new vehicle owner’s scheme’ is

falsely encouraging people to go out and purchase a new car, even though some of them cannot afford it. The advertising campaign is obviously working but it’s working to the detriment of people in Thailand and of places like Phuket. There are too many outside agencies that are pushing things like this through for alternative motives. They are not interested in whether cars wait at junctions for long periods of time, they don’t care whether roads become snarled because of volume, and they have little sympathy in there not being enough car parking for the amount of cars in Phuket. Anon

Shoot, what a story [Re. Phuket’s ‘Mister Big’ update: former military snipers turn to mercenary killing] Where can I buy this new novel by Tom Clancy? Jimbo

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‘Yellow Shirts’ founder convicted of royal slur A

Thai court sentenced the founder of the royal ist “ Yel low Shirts” to two years in jail Tuesday (October 1) for defaming the monarchy when he quoted a speech by a political rival. Sondhi Limthongkul, one of Thailand’s most controversial political figures, was convicted under the kingdom’s controversial lese majeste rules after prosecutors appealed an earlier acquittal over his remarks made in 2008. The appeals court rejected the defence’s argument that the media mogul had not intended to defame the royal family but wanted to draw the attention of police to the original speech. Sondhi – who has described the charges against him as politically motivated – was released on bail of B500,000 pending an appeal at the Supreme Court. T h ai la nd h a s se e n a series of rival street protests in recent years by the Yellow Shirts and the rival Red Shirts, whose demonstrations in Bangkok in 2010 sparked

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IN BRIEF Two Liberians arrested in Pattaya over “Black Money” scam Two Liberians were arrested in Pattaya on Monday (September 30), accused of attempting to extort money through running the infamous “Black Money” scam, seen in Phuket a few years back. The scam involves black pieces of paper in the shape of US dollar bills.

The scammers try to get unsuspecting individuals to purchase chemicals, which they say can transform the black paper into US dollar bills, a process which is fictitious. Both men were arrested by police and charged with extortion and fraud offences. Pattaya One

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Sondhi Limthongkul delivers a speech in 2006. Photo: exceedcharge a military crackdown that left about 90 people dead and many more injured. Protests by the Yellow Shirts helped to trigger a coup by royalist generals in 2006 that ousted the Red Shirts’ hero, former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, whose sister Yingluck is now prime minister. In 2010 Sondhi was convicted of defaming Thaksin and handed a six-month sus-

pended jail sentence. In February last year, the Criminal Court sentenced him to 20 years in prison for corporate fraud in a case dating back to the mid-1990s. He was released on bail pending an appeal. Sondhi and other Yellow Shirts also face terrorism charges over the occupation of Bangkok’s main airports in 2008, which stranded thousands of tourists.

The royal family is a highly sensitive topic in politically turbulent Thailand and insulting the monarchy is a very serious crime punishable by up to 15 years on each count. The Red Shirt activist whom Sondhi quoted, Daranee Charnchoengsilapakul, was jailed for 15 years in 2011 for her comments, which she made during political rallies. AFP

Two soldiers providing security for teachers were killed, while two others and three civilians were injured by a roadside bomb explosion in Krong Pinang district of Yala on Wednesday morning, reports said. Soldiers from Task force 13 were patrolling along a local road at Moo 3, tambon

Sa-eh of Krong Pinang when the bomb exploded. The dead soldiers were Sergeant Maj Saiyud Fuangdej and Sergeant Kiatisak Buapad. The wounded soldiers and civilians were taken to Krong Pinang hospital. Police blamed separatist militants. Bangkok Post

Vietnamese woman wanted after scamming B25 million The Nakorn Sri Thammarat provincial court issued an arrest warrant on Septemner 29 for a Vietnamese woman who has allegedly scammed B25 million from people in Thailand. Lo Thi Thanh was a

forewoman and translator, who’d contact Vietnamese investors and Thai fruit merchants to do business together. The police already have Mrs Lo’s husband in police custody. Pattaya Daily News

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IN BRIEF Israel ready to tackle nuclear Iran ‘alone’ Israel is ready to act “alone” to stop Iran getting a nuclear bomb, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday, warning a UN summit against believing warm words by Iran’s new leader. “Israel will not allow Iran to get nuclear weapons. If Israel is forced to stand alone, Israel will stand alone,” Netanyahu said, in a grim warning to world leaders and ministers at the UN General Assembly.

Russia to charge Greenpeace Russian investigators on Wednesday began charging a group of Greenpeace activists detained in the northern city of Murmansk after a protest against Arctic oil drilling, an official said. “The investigation began the process of bringing charges against them,” a spokeswoman for the Investigative Committee in Moscow told AFP. She could not say whether the 30 activists from 18 countries are being charged with piracy or a lesser crime.

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US military braces for full effect of shutdown T

he US government shut d ow n h a d no drastic effect on the military Tuesday but if it remains in place everything from ship repairs to combat training will be disrupted, officials say. With about half the Pentagon’s 800,000 civilian employees placed on unpaid leave, defense officials said the military will soon face a headache trying to make do with less civilian manpower under the shutdown. “There’s going to be an impact, but it will take some time to feel the effect,” said a senior military officer. The furloughs mean that “real work doesn’t get done,” said the officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity. Much of the Defense Department’s civilian workforce are employed at bases across the country, and the military relies on them to keep equipment running and logistical networks humming. If the shutdown drags on for weeks, planned work at

Tourists in New York walk by a sign announcing that the city’s famous Statue of Liberty has been closed due to a US government shutdown. Photo: AFP/Emmanuel Dunand shipyards and aircraft depots will have to be put off, routine administration will be neglected and some units will have to forgo training unless it is directly related to critical operations, officials said. The shutdown came after a political impasse with Republicans in Congress tying funding for the new fiscal year to suspending or dismantling President Barack Obama’s signature health care law. Obama’s fellow Democrats

in the Senate rejected the move and money for government operations ran out at midnight on Monday. At the eleventh hour, Congress adopted a measure to ensure troops would get paid through the shutdown, and the Pentagon has made clear that no military operations would be affected, including the war effort in Afghanistan. But civilians play a role in just about every military undertaking, and under the

law, only some of them can be designated as “essential” to stay on the job. As a result, military officers said they were unsure exactly how the shutdown would play out while legal advisers weighed whether a larger number of civilians could be deemed exempt from furloughs. The last time the government shut its doors in 1995, Congress approved funding for the Defense Department.

Even in that case, former commanders say the shutdown created major problems. Paul Eaton, a retired Army major general, said he faced huge difficulties trying to prepare an armoured unit to deploy to Bosnia at the time. “The disruption based on uncertainty in funding kept us in a consistent state of turmoil,” Eaton told a teleconference organised by the Truman National Security Project, a left-leaning Washington think tank. “We didn’t know if the railways were going to be able to support us...we had tanks to move,” he said. The troops made it on schedule but some planned t raining time had to be dropped, he said. Eaton said the military faced an unprecedented situation with the current shutdown. “I certainly don’t know and I’m not sure anybody does know what we can anticipate over the next days, weeks or months,” he said. AFP

Syria opposition warns of a ‘disaster’ in Damascus suburb SYR IA’S OPPOSITION warned on Tuesday of a “humanitarian disaster” in the Damascus suburb of Moadamiyet al-Sham, accusing the regime of a campaign to “starve and displace” its residents. “Moadamiyet al-Sham is experiencing a humanitarian disaster,” said the National Coalition. President Bashar alAssad’s “regime is carrying out a systematic campaign to starve and displace Moadami-

yet al-Sham and intensifying its destruction and demolition of residential buildings in the area,” it said in a statement. It warned the fighting between regime troops and rebel forces had caused the deaths of dozens of civilians and forced many to flee. The Coalition said the suburb southwest of the city had been under a regime siege for months creating food shortages that saw at least four children and three

women starve to death. Water supplies had been interrupted by bombardments, and schools closed down. “The Coalition calls on the international community to assume its responsibilities towards the besieged areas of Syria by opening safe humanitarian corridors,” the statement said. Moadamiyet al-Sham is one of several Damascus suburbs where rebels have set up rear bases to attack. AFP

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huket has been listed the second top destination for Chinese travellers, according to a poll by daodao. com, a brand operated by leading global travel site, TripAdvisor. The survey was carried out in July and August. Hong Kong was the top destination, followed by Phuket and Taipei. Bangkok ranked fourth and Chiang Mai 12th. Thailand was the only country with three cities listed in this survey. Lily Cheng, managing director of TripAdvisor China, said that in 2012 China surpassed the US and Germany as the world’s largest source of outbound tourism by expenditure. According to the China Tourism Academy, the Chinese outbound travel market is estimated to reach 94 million trips in 2013, up 15 per cent year-on-year. These travellers are estimated to spend US$117.6 billion, or B3.6 trillion on their trips, up 20 per cent year on year. Hong Kong and Macau continue to draw tens of millions of mainland China tourists a year given their unique roles as duty-free shopping havens. The travel site noticed a shift in the market though, as mainland travellers have started to look further afield to destinations like Thailand, Taiwan, South Korea and beyond, as supported by easy transport links, family-friendly attractions and onward air routes to other international

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destinations. In July and August 2013, millions of unique visitors came to daodao.com to research outbound destinations, representing an increase of over 250 per cent compared with the same time last year. Based on unique visitors recorded in July and August 2013 on daodao.com, the Top 20 most popular destinations are as follows (with, in brackets, year-on-year growth for July and August 2013 compared with the same months in 2012): 1. Hong Kong, China (50%) 2. Phuket, Thailand (250%) 3. Taipei, Taiwan (350%) 4. B a n g ko k , T h a i l a n d (270%) 5. Paris, France (360%) 6. Dubai, UAE (210%) 7. Macau, China (50%) 8. Seoul, South Korea (180%) 9. Singapore (170%) 10. Bali, Indonesia (310%) 11. Rome, Italy (180%) 12. Chiang Mai, Thailand (180%) 13. New York, United States (280%) 14. London, United Kingdom (120%) 15. Jeju Island, South Korea (570%) 16. Boracay, Philippines (360%) 17. Kyoto, Japan (580%) 18. Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (550%) 19. Hanoi, Vietnam (510%) 20. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (190%) Bangkok Post

Bangkok Hospital scoops 2 awards

Holger Schwab of Sea Bees Diving accepts his company’s award from Tourism & Sport Minister Somsak Pureesrisak.

Phuket firms shine in Awards PHUKET COMPANIES AND organisations were well represented in the winners’ list of the 9th Thailand Tourism Awards, which took place in Bangkok on September 27. Phuket recipients of Kinnaree statues for Outstanding Performance in their respective categories were: Sea Bees Diving – based in Chalong and in operation for more than 22 years, and recognised for its internationally-recognised style of service, safety and professionalism as well as its environmental awareness.

Govt ‘is getting stimulus wrong’ THE GOVERNMENT IS trying to stimulate the economy but it is moving in the wrong direction, former Bank of Thailand governor and ex-finance minister Pridiyathorn Devakula said on Sunday (Septembr 29). He said the government is trying to stimulate people to spend money in the country by introducing different projects, such as the first car project, but it is a wrong move and does not yield benefits in the long run. “So fa r, t he gover nment has underperformed and its economic team is not good enough,” he added. Bangkok Post

D u sit T h a n i L ag u n a Phuket – Honoured for a management style that has responded to the world’s tourism trends, conservation issues and promotion of Thai culture. Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa in Patong – Recognised as one of Patong’s best-known hotels, which operates an environmentally-friendly management policy. Phuket City Municipality – awarded for its Phuket Old Town project, promoting the beauty of the Sino-Portuguese architecture and traditional

ways of Phuketians. Tambon Rawai Community Enterprise Group – recognised as a strong and united community who undertake projects to promote tourism and distribute income within the community in a sustainable manner. Tarn Tara Spa of Chalong – awarded for its signature “Thai Nora” treatment and expert physicians of traditional as well as modern medicine. Andaman Cannacia Resort and Spa in Kata – honoured for its adoption of environmental and social principles.

THE BANGKOK HOSPITAL Phuket won two awards at the recent 12th Asian Hospital Management conference at the Shangri La Hotel in Bangkok. The first was for excellence in marketing, PR or promotional projects, for its “Be Healthy Fair in Bangkok Hospital- Phuket” campaign, while the second was for excellence in biomedical equipment or facilities improvement, for its “One Stop Service for Check Up in the Wellness Center”. After the event, which attracted 880 delegates from 34 countries and 398 organisations, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said the awards underscored the country’s claim to be Asia’s top medical tourism destination. TAT Governor Suraphon Svetasreni complimented all the Thai award winners for their commitment to raising health and wellness sector standards. “It is exactly this kind of commitment which continues to raise Thailand’s image and attract thousands of visitors to seek medical care here.”

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PROBLEMS WITH PERMITS A building permit is no guarantee it will be built Olaf Duensing Tax & Law Expert Duensing Kippen

ecent media reports have cited certain development projects which are not progressing and are currently stalled, purportedly due to legal issues relating to their building permits. Although these projects have obtained a building permits, they are still facing challenges. Why? The issue of a building permit is legally an “administrative order”, which is defined by Thai law as “an exercising of powers under the law by the competent officers with an effect of creating legal relations between persons in such a way to create, change, transfer, reserve, suspend, or which renders an effect to the status of rights or duties of a person, whether it be permanent or temporary, such as, ordering, permission, approval, decision of appeal, certification, and acceptance of registration, but excluding an issue of rules.” The relevant law for the

issue of a building permit administrative order is the Building Control Act (1979) – the BCA for short. If a person wants to construct, modify or move a structure, he or she must get permission to do so. The administrative procedure is as follows. The applicant submits the application to the local administrative office. The responsible officer schedules a site visit. The officer will also verify the application documents (for example, construction drawings and specifications) and will then review whether the contemplated structure is legally permissible by law. In Phuket, the land use restrictions are defined by three laws – the BCA, the City Planning Act of 1975 and the National Environmental Control and Maintenance Act of 1992. If the application is in order and the building is legally permissible at the applied-for site, the local administrative office must issue the building permit. If the papers are insufficient the administrative office will deny the issue of the building permit and inform the applicant

in writing of the reasons within 45 days of the application. So this administrative order is a legal permit to a person to build a certain structure on a defined plot of land. So how can it be that a person who already has a permit can be stopped from exercising his right under the permit? The answer is: he cannot. As long as the building permit is in effect, the applicant has the right to construct the building as permitted. Section 42 APA states that “an administrative order shall be valid so long as it is not revoked or terminated by time condition…” No “time condition” applies to building permits. The validity of a building permit depends on the size of the building. Licenses of one year are issued for buildings of less than 10,000 square meters, two years for buildings betwen 10,000 and 100,000 square meters and three years for buildings over 100,000 square meters. The licenses may be renewed up to four times. The first renewal will be for same period of time as the initial term for which it was granted,

but the subsequent renewals will be for just one year each. The applicant must report on progress and invite the relevant official to inspect progress every 90 days. Can a building permit be revoked after its issue but before it expires? Yes, it can. Legally, a building permit is an administrative order and administrative orders can be revoked through an appeal or by the relevant government office. The revocation can be sparked by an appeal by “a party”. The “party” is not necessarily the person subject to the administrative order. It may also be any third party affected by the administrative order – for example, the neighbour of a development project that has received a building permit. If the officer agrees with the “party” that there is a problem of facts, or of a point of law or of suitability, he may revoke or amend the order. Under Section 49 of the The Administrative Procedures Act of 1996 (APA), this may be “whether or not it has passed

the steps of appeal or protest under this law or other laws.” The conditions are strict. The relevant regulations, treatment and outcome of a revocation of an administrative order depend on whether or not the original order was lawful. The revocation of a lawful administrative order is subject to compensation for damages but only if the recipient of the administrative order was not aware of the unlawfulness of the order. Section 51 of the APA explicitly states that if: “1. The [recipient] has produced false statements or has concealed facts which should have been reported, or has made a threat or a persuasion by offering property or providing any other benefits illegitimately; or “2. The said person has produced statements which are incorrect or incomplete in the material part thereof; or “3. The said person has known of the unlawfulness of the administrative order at the time of receiving the administrative order, or his/ her not knowing of such is due to his/her serious negligence.”

Thus, an illegal building permit obtained through means of corruption, for example, can be revoked without any compensation. In sum, once a building permit is received, that alone is no guarantee that the applicant will be able to complete the project to which the permit applies. A building permit can “expire”, be revoked after an appeal or be revoked by the administration that issued it. Duensing Kippen is a multiservice boutique law firm specializing in property and corporate/commercial matters and arbitration and litigation proceedings arising therefrom. It is the only firm in Thailand with three Members of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb). It is also the only such firm in Thailand that compliments its property and corporate/commercial legal expertise with a core tax law practice. Duensing Kippen can be reached at: phuket@duensingkippen.com or for more information visit duensingkippen.com

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Raceweek loses sponsor partner

IN BRIEF More solar power online next year With an investment of B4.5 billion, Bangchak Petroleum Plc (BCP) projects its thirdphase solar farm project will be operational by mid-2014, generating additional revenue of B1.2 billion a year for the oil refining company. The third phase comprises 48 megawatts of solar farms that will be located in Buri Ram, Prachin Buri, Chaiyaphum and Nakhon Ratchasima. Construction will begin next month with the target of starting to supply power to the Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) by the second quarter of next year.

Green light for Thai Smile spinoff THAI Airways International Plc received Cabinet approval on Tuesday for its plan to spin off THAI Smile airline as a separate company to compete in the low-cost airline segment. A spokesman for the PM’s office said the endorsement will allow THAI to establish the wholly-owned company with a registered capital of B1.8 billion.

Nok Air tempts big US investor Nok Air’s revenue growth in the second quarter has sparked global interest in the Thailand-based budget airline. Jim Rogers, a billionaire US investor and author of Street Smarts, told Reuters last Tuesday that he was investing in the carrier, currently best-known abroad for its glamour calendar. “One of the main reasons I bought [Nok shares] is because they’re going into Myanmar, and Myanmar, i n my view, has a great future,” he said.

September sees 1.42pc inflation yoy Rising food and beverage prices pushed headline inflation to 105.58 in September, up 1.42 per cent on September 2012, permanent secretary for commerce Srirat Ratthapana said on Tuesday (October 1). The consumer price index (CPI) for the month rose 0.16 per cent on August, Mrs Srirat said. September’s core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, rose 0.61 per cent on last September and 0.09 per cent on the previous month, to stand at 103.23. @thephuketnews

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MAR KETING CONSUL tancy Paul Poole (South East Asia) Co Ltd has ended its relationship with Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek. After seven years of sourcing and managing commercial sponsors and partners and establishing its place in the Asian Yachting calendar, sponsorship expert Paul Poole (South East Asia) Co Ltd is looking to work with other regattas. Winner of Best Asian Regatta of the Year at the 2011

Asia Boating Awards, Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek has seen unparalleled growth since its launch in 2004. Paul Poole (South East Asia) Co Ltd is a provider of sponsorship and partnership marketing for the Asian sailing industry. Current clients in this arena include the Asian Yachting Grand Prix Championship 2013/2014, Neptune Regatta 2014, the Bay Regatta – Phuket, Phang Nga Krabi 2014, and Samui Regatta 2014.

Sansiri, SCB back Veg Fest

ailing down its connection to Phuket more firmly, developer Sansiri is a major sponsor of this year Phuket Vegetarian Festival, alongside Siam Commercial Bank. The two companies joined a ceremony on September 27 with Governor Maitree Intusut. Pictured at the event, from left, are Theerawut Sritularak, President of the Jui Tui Tai Bo Keng Shrine, where the ceremony took place; Apichart Chutrakul, CEO of Sansiri PCL; Governor Maitree; and Pikul Srimahunt, First Executive Vice President of Siam Commercial Bank and head of the banks’ mortgage business division.

MALAYSIA AIRLINES HAS announced that Yuzrizal Mohd Yousuf has been appointed Area Manager for Thailand and Indochina, with effect from August 1. Mr Yuzrizal has spent 17 years in passengers and cargo sales. Before being appointed to his new post he was based in Frankfurt and London as an area manager for six years.

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to the interests of the majority (69.88%); - To work for economic development (66.12%); - To stop quarrels (65.31%); - To pay attention to the needs of people in agriculture (64.53%); - To open up opportunities for education (44.90%); - To develop public facilities and transport systems (41.14%); - To stop playing political games in parliament (40.41%); and - To promote morality and ethics among politicians (38.90). In another poll conducted by ABAC on September 25 to 27, encompassing 1,873 respondents in Bangkok and large

Bangkok fares well in STR data ACCORDING TO DATA compiled by STR Global, hotels in Southeast Asia, especially Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, shone during August compared with the rest of the world. Occupancy in Asia ended with a 3.0 per cent increase, but ADR dropped 5.3 per cent to US$119.88, and RevPAR was down 2.5 per cent to US$86.09.

MAS names new boss for Thailand

Bertrand Margerie

Corruption ‘No 1 task for politicians’ A MAJORITY OF PEOPLE in a major poll of Thais say the most important thing they want politicians, in government or opposition, to do, is to stop corruption and nepotism. The Suan Dusit poll was carried out between Sept 20-28 on 1,516 people throughout the country. Result were published on Sunday (September 29). Asked to rank 10 things they want politicians to do, the respondents’ answers were as follows: - To stop corruption and nepotism (78.76% of respondents); - To solve the problem of the high cost of living (73.47%); - To be sincere and attentive

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Ba ng kok was one of four markets that bucked the RevPAR trend, recording an increase of 23.4 per cent to B2,518.45. The others were Jakarta (up 34.6 per cent), Kuala Lumpur (32.3) and Melbourne (15.9). Bangkok also saw ADR increase by 6.5 per cent to US$97.24..

provinces including Songkhla, Khon Kaen, Chonburi and Chiang Mai, the majority of people are finding the behaviour of MPs during parliamentary debates is increasingly intolerable. The Abac Poll found that two out of three respondents (67 per cent) are put off by verbal aggression and proxy voting in debates, while the remaining third 32 per cent said that levels are still bearable.

In addition, 75 per cent said they are disappointed that MPs resort to proxy voting in parliamentary sessions, with 24 per cent responding that proxy voting is so frequent that it is becoming acceptable standard practice. Finally, 89 per cent said they want MPs to treat each other with more courtesy and civility, while 10 per cent feel that MPs are well behaved. Bangkok Post

MÖVENPICK RESORT & Spa Karon Beach Phuket has appointed Bertrand Margerie as its new Resident Manager, overseeing all managerial aspects of operational functions and assisting General Manager Hansruedi Frutiger in strategic business activities. Bor n and educated in France, Mr Bertrand graduated from the French National School of Trade & Tourism. Before joining the Mövenpick he amassed extensive international hotel experience in a variety of international brand hotels mainly in Europe, Africa and the Middle-East over 26 year. Before joining the resort he was Resident Manager for the Inter-Continental Aqaba Resort in Jordan.

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World’s luckiest people These people clearly carry around a lucky rabbit’s foot. Wherever they go, they escape trouble. Here, true stories of incredible escapes from the worst incidents in history.

Violet Jessop: Few people could claim to have survived the Titanic – even fewer could claim to have survived a shipping mishap twice. But three times? Before working on the Titanic, Jessop was a stewardess on its sister ship, the Olympic, which collided with a British warship in 1911. One year later, she was part of the “unsinkable” Titanic – the rest is history. If that weren’t enough, Jessop went straight back to work and, in 1916, she served as a nurse aboard the Britannic – which also sunk. She jumped into the water and headed to dry land. Jessop would die in 1971 of congestive heart failure. Robert Todd Lincoln: The son of legendary former US President Abraham Lincoln, Robert Todd Lincoln was 21 when his father was gunned down while at the theatre. In 1881, just four months after being elected president, James Garfield invited Lincoln to travel with him but was gunned down on the platform himself. Just 20 years later, death would track Lincoln down again as he was invited to a speaking engagement conducted by newly elected president William McKinley, who was shot twice that day and died. Lincoln would never again accept a presidential invitation, saying “There is a certain fatality about presidential functions when I am present.” Tsutomu Yamaguchi: Only two cities have been destroyed by atomic bombs, and Tsutomu Yamaguchi was there both times. Yamaguchi was on a business trip to Hiroshima when the first atom bomb was dropped on August 6, 1945. He survived as he was three kilometres away stepping off a train platform when it happened. He was left temporarily blind with destroyed eardrums. So he went home – to Nagasaki. While at his office, which was also three kilometres away from ground zero, another atom bomb was dropped. Yamaguchi survived that ordeal as well and lived until his death in 2010 at the age of 93.

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Dutch police train rodents to sniff out criminal acts

he latest recruits for Dutch police are hard at work behind the blacked-out windows of a building in Rotterdam: rats learning to sniff out crime, and a new forensic future. Derrick, Thomson and Thompson, Magnum and Poirot, all named after fictional detectives, are being groomed to help police not only keep the streets clean but also save time and money. “As far as we know we’re the first in the world to train rats to be used in police investigations,” said Mark Wiebes, who heads the Dutch police “innovation” centre. Each rat costs just €10 (B420) and can, in theory, be taught to identify any odour, from drugs to gunpowder, while a sniffer dog costs tens of thousands of euros to buy and train. The rats have been living in a cage inside a small building since late 2011, alongside the grounds where police dogs and horses are trained. The rats learn quickly in the darkness the nocturnal rodents prefer. “They need barely 10 to 15 days to learn to distinguish a certain smell,” said the policewoman in charge of the project, Monique Hamerslag, while lifting Derrick out of his large cage and into a smaller one where he will be put to work. While getting fingered by a rat cannot be used in court, it gives forensics a clue as to what they should test first. Dutch

The rats can be taught to identify any odour, from drugs to gunpowder. police can only hold someone without evidence for a few hours, so the rats can help prevent a guilty suspect being released. Hamerslag developed the idea in her thesis while studying to join the police, drawing inspiration from an aid group that used rats to sniff out anti-personnel mines in Tanzania.

Police rats will never replace police dogs, she said, but they have different and complimentary skill sets. “A dog is a natural predator, and so is not afraid to explore an unfamiliar place,” said Wiebes. “On the other hand a dog couldn’t live like a rat, spending their whole time in a small enclosed space, he’d get bored.” AFP

Train track sex leads to death DURING A SEXUAL ROMP ON TOP of a Ukrainian train track, a couple was split apart when a woman was killed by a locomotive while trying to get away. Her male partner had his legs torn off as well, according to reports in the country’s newspapers. The accident took place in the southeastern Ukrainian region of Zaporizhia last week.

“Returning from our friends, my girlfriend and I could not overcome our passionate nature and wanted to feel a sense of thrill near a railway track,” the 41-year-old man told police in a statement. According to reports, police believed the unnamed couple were drunk. The woman died upon impact whiile the man was taken to a local hospital.

Roy Sullivan: The chance of someone getting struck by lighting is 3,000 to one. Roy Sullivan got struck not once, not twice, but seven different times. As a Park Ranger in Virginia, Sullivan was first struck in 1942 while on a lookout tower when the bolt entered his leg. He was also struck while fishing, driving down a mountain, and inside a ranger station. Even his wife joined him once as they were both struck while they were drying clothes on a steel wire. Still, lightning could not kill Sullivan – as he did that himself with a shotgun at the age of 71. Jason & Jenny Cairns-Lawrence: English couple Jason and Jenny Cairns-Lawrence were in New York City the day of the September 11 World Trade Center attacks, as tourists caught in a once-in-a-lifetime event. Except it happened again, this time four years later on July 7, 2005 when a series of bombs exploded across London’s transit system. The couple were at the scene, but unharmed. Luck reared its ugly head once again three years later when the couple were on vacation in Mumbai during their terrorist attack, as bombs and men with guns killed scores of people.

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Pilot blames screw for flight delay A U N IT ED A I R LI N ES flight from Belfast to New York City was grounded due to a screw coming loose in an oven. The 150 passengers waited

two hours for the plane to take off to no avail, and were instead put up in hotels overnight after spending another four hours waiting for a final decision. According to a reporter

who was scheduled to fly on the grounded flight, the pilot told passengers that this was the first time in aviation history that an issue with an oven had led to a flight being cancelled.

Saudi cleric: driving stops pregnancy WHILE ACTIVISTS ARE campaigning to end Saudi Arabia’s male-only driving rules, Sheikh Saleh bin Saad al-Lohaidan has said that women who drive risk damaging their ovaries and their ability to bear children. During an interview with reporters, the Saudi cleric also said that women who are trying to overturn the driving ban should “put reason ahead of their hearts, emotions, and passions.” It is also worth noting that the shiekh is a judicial adviser to an association of Gulf psychologists. Currently, there is no law stating that only a male can drive. However, only men are granted licences while women can be fined and detained for driving without one. A protest drive on October 26 has been scheduled among activists online and has been supported by women activists. The kingdom, however, has since blocked the website. The issue comes on the heels of cautious reforms by Saudi King Abdullah, who had opened more employment opportunities for women. thephuketnews

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The plight of the slow loris

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Loris: the Rihanna effect Jody Houton editor3@classactmedia.co.th

There are only a handful of Thai people who are benefiting from this kind of thing, and who are actually involved, so in that regard it’s very much not a Thai problem. Whereas there are literally millions of tourists who are participating in it, who are complicit in getting that holiday snap

e all know they’re there, the Patong Entertainment Association know they’re there, and now, thanks to Rihanna posting an image of her with one ‘dirty talking to her’, her 10 million Instagram followers know that slow loris can be found on any given night on Bangla Road, being used as tourist photo props. In fact, as the story has gone global over the last two weeks (and made the front page of last week’s The Phuket News), the number of people who know about the plight of the slow loris has grown exponentially. There are two schools of thought emerging regarding Rihanna’s most likely inadvertent exposure of Phuket’s cruel animal trade. One, as voiced by Instagram user yadi1308 in a comment on the Barbadian’s loris photo, goes along the lines of, “What were you thinking girl? Hello everyone knows those animals are endangered and are sold in the black market. Read a book for once!” The other point of view is that Rihanna was merely acting the same as any other holidaymaker in Phuket: visiting Bangla Road and taking part in everything the notorious walking street has to offer, including sex shows and loris-enhanced selfies. After all, she’s only 25, albeit a global superstar. Taking the second point of view, the problem then is not that Rihanna took the photo, but rather that such animal-cruel services are so readily available in Patong and elsewhere in Thailand. Or is it?

Stopping the trade

Clockwise from above: Rihanna’s Phuket selfie; a trader removing a loris’ teeth at a market in Indonesia (photo: International Animal Rescue); an enclosure at the Pattaya Loris Rehabilitation Centre; Petra examines one of last week’s rescued lorises.

According to Petra Osterberg, loris project coordinator with the Love Wildlife Foundation, a member of the Nocturnal Primate Research Group, and a long-term volunteer at the Gibbon Rehabilitation Project (GRP) in Thalang, participation in such ‘tourism’ is the main issue that needs to be addressed. “There are only a handful of Thai people who are benefiting from this kind of thing, and who are actually involved, so in that regard it’s very much not a Thai problem. Whereas there are literally millions of tourists who are participating in it, who are complicit in getting that holiday snap.” However, as Petra tells The Phuket News, it has only been relatively recently that loris have become a common sight on Bangla Road. “It’s only in the last two years that people have reported seeing loris. It used to be gibbons, but they’re

not so popular now – there are also just not as many around as there once were.” In fact, as Petra tells The Phuket News, the wild gibbon population in Thailand has decreased up to 50 per cent in the past 30 years, due to the persistence of the demand for them as pets and photo props. Slow loris have replaced gibbons for multiple reasons: They can be purchased cheaper (B5,000) compared to the more expensive gibbons (B15,000); they are easier to hide and put in a bag when police are near; and they don’t bite tourists as often. Petra believes the ‘cute factor’ and current popularity fuelled by two minute YouTube videos also cannot be understated, as is their ease to capture. “Loris are easier to poach as baby gibbons almost never leave their mother, so mother gibbons need to be killed, but mother loris typically leave their babies on high branches when they go foraging, so the babies are much easier to steal.” Petra has been volunteering at the GRP on and off for the last decade, but in the last year she has been volunteering full time at the centre and working on what she sees as an absolute imperative – creating a dedicated rescue centre for slow loris on the island. There are currently already seven loris at the centre, in cages that have been made suitable for lorises through the use of small mesh and other adaptations. The problem, says Petra, is that the GRP do not have enough cages available for new arrivals. That is why the three loris that were rescued last week in wake of the Rihanna photo scandal have been instead taken to the Phang Nga National Park run by the Department of National Parks’ (DNP) Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department. According to Edwin Wiek, founder of the Wildlife Friends’ of Thailand (WFFT), this is exactly where rescued loris should be going.

Private or public

“Rescue centres are just not necessary,” Edwin says, “It’s like opening up a chil-

dren’s home when there are only a few children that need looking after. If they want to help the loris, they should just buy a few loris cages for the some of the government facilities.” “It’s not worth opening a Phuket Loris Rehabilitation Centre – for what, just eight to 12 lorises?” says Edwin. Petra vehemently denies this small estimate, believing the real figure to be significantly higher. “Over 50 slow loris have been confiscated from Patong in the past 15 months,” she says, “and many more have been rescued and are now living in pet situations around the island. “In addition, there are the seven animals that have been brought to the GRP and we still see high numbers of lorises in the streets.” Regardless of the numbers, the main reason Edwin believes it’s unnecessary to open a loris centre is that he believes around 90 per cent of loris can be released successfully into the wild, whereas Petra believes it’s more like 35 per cent, owing to the majority of them having had their teeth clipped. “Four out of the seven lorises brought to the GRP have had their teeth clipped and are not suitable for release,” says Petra. “A vet in Thalang treats one or two pet lorises a month for complications due to cut down teeth.” Petra tells The Phuket News that the majority of lorises used in the tourist photo prop and pet trade on Phuket, and also in Pattaya, have had their teeth clipped. On a recent trip to the Phang Nga facility, she observed that at least one of the three recently caught loris appeared to have had her teeth removed. “[It] had a visual abscess in her upper jowl, something that will require veterinary care and is caused by the practise of cutting the animals’ teeth in order to make them ‘safe pets’. “I would estimate that the majority of Patong lorises have had this mutilation done – rendering them forever unable to survive in the wild and making them in need of long-term captive care (20-25 years).” Ironically, given his advocation of government-run centres, Edwin says thephuketnews

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that his own WFFT centre in Phetchaburi has around 50 to 60 lorises a year pass through, there are currently around seven or eight loris currently on-site, and that he has high hopes for all of them, having released the majority of captive loris before.

Call of the wild

Like most animals, loris need the use of their teeth to survive. In particular, they use their teeth to gouge resin out of tree trunks, which forms a vital part of their diet. It is for this reason that Elisabeth Key, the communications manager at International Animal Rescue, which runs the largest slow loris rescue centre in the world in Indonesia, says that 80 per cent of the animals (the percentage of those who have had their teeth removed) have a long journey ahead of them if they ever hope to be released back into the wild, though it is not impossible. “Since we began the release programme about three years ago, we have released about a dozen slow lorises back into the wild. We currently have a hundred at the centre and another hundred on the waiting list. “They are first fitted with a radio collar so that they can be monitored and the team can check on them at regular intervals: this involves catching and weighing them and ensuring they aren’t sick and haven’t sustained any injuries. “We have had some real success stories – Marta and Willis were both released and monitored for a year before finally having their radio collars removed. Most recently Muria had her collar removed. “These animals had all been observed for many months, eating well, interacting with wild slow lorises and even mating. They had sustained good body weight and clearly adapted well to being back in the wild.” Working with the DNP, the Bangkok-based Love Wildlife Foundation opened up a Loris Rehabilitation Centre in Pattaya in June this year. It is with the help of the Love Wildlife Foundation, and the experience and drawing on the suc@thephuketnews

cess of the Pattaya facility, that Petra is hoping to open a similar centre on Phuket. Love Wildlife Foundation Founder Nancy Gibson welcomes Petra’s plans, noting that she considered it absolutely essential to have a centre in Pattaya prior to its opening. “Before we opened [the Pattaya centre] in June, the 12 loris that are there now were scattered around the 24 different facilities in the area, which were actually old breeding centres and so were not so well equipped. “In the new Pattaya Loris Rehabilitation Centre, we have specially designed cages, as loris are quite small, so they have smaller mesh on the cages. This is not necessarily to keep the loris in, but keep snakes and other animals out. We also have people coming trying to steal the loris from the centre!” Keeping the loris in cages is kept to a minimal time scale at the WFFT, as the smarter an animal is, believes Edwin, the harder it is for them to be released and rehabilitated. “Loris are not very intelligent, nor social animals and when they released they are fine on their own,” says Edwin. The process of rehabilitation, he explains, is rather simple. “We follow the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) guidelines: After loris have been rescued, they are put into quarantine for 6 to 8 weeks to check if they have diseases. “If they are clear, we begin the strengthening and re-socialising process where they are put into larger enclosures and help them to forage and eat, by putting on a night-light (to attract insects) for example. “We monitor them for six months and then we release them into the wild.

The downside of selfies

Although there are alternative methods for looking after and returning loris to the wild, the end game for all concerned about the animals’ plight, is the same: getting the loris off the streets. For International Animal Rescue’s Elisabeth, the key to stopping the trade is to remove the demand. “The internet phenomenon of people posting clips of pet slow lorises being tickled or looking cute has really fuelled the trade. And certainly, if there wasn’t a demand for them, poachers and traders would soon stop catching and selling them.” Let’s just hope Rihanna’s millions of followers and the rest of Phuket’s visitors get the message. For more information about the Gibbon Rehabilitation Project, visit gibbonproject.org

In response to the recent furore caused by Rihanna’s photo, American Gregg Tully along with other concerned local individuals, decided to contact the GRP to inquire if they could help. Petra provided Gregg with leaflets and pamphlets about the loris and the negative consequences of the tourist trade. He and eight other volunteers headed to Patong on September 27 to hand around a hundred leaflets out. “What’s important though is to be consistent. We could tell everybody in Patong about it today, but we need to keep on doing it in order to tell the new tourists.” Gregg plans to do this regularly, ideally every Friday and Saturday night, but in order to do it, he needs volunteers. To join Gregg on regular patrols, email him at: tul_@hotmail.com

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Above: A selection of shots from Nipon Intarit’s Fairytale photography exhibition, which opens on Saturday in the Old Town.

huket Darkroom Club member, Nipon Intarit, will showcase his solo photo exhibition, entitled ‘Fairytale’, tomorrow night (October 5) at the newly renovated Memory at On On Hotel, and it will run until the end of the month. Nipon, 34, originally from Tak, is an airconditioner serviceman by trade, but has been taking photos as a hobby since his early 20s. “I have no logic to describe why, but maybe I belong to the camera or the camera belongs to me,” said Nipon. The exhibition contains black and white photos, which have been taken in the old fashioned PDC way of using analogue cameras and then developed in dark rooms. The exhibition displays a wide array of dreamlike shots aimed at ‘capturing childhood’. “I use an analogue camera to challenge the world that is already moving too fast.

“A digital camera is too fast, but with an analogue camera you have a long time to develop the photographs and yourself much more.” Shots include children in a housing project resting around ancient trees; and two little girls talking to their small pet – a squirrel they have captured and tied by its neck to a rope.

Another shot shows a baby swimming in the water, helped by his tattooed dad. The location for the exhibition, the famous and newly renovated, Sino Colonial style Memory at On On Hotel in Phuket Town, is an apt location for the art exhibition in itself and, according to ‘Joe’, Kyaw Kyaw Khine, the manager of the hotel, it will not be the last. “Although the hotel has a long and stylish history and these art exhibitions are the first of its kind, the hotel aims to entwine the finest pieces of artwork with the history of the hotel from here on outwards. “This is only the beginning of many more exhibitions to come. The hotel will ensure that exhibitions are of the finest class.” The grand opening of ‘Fairytale’ is at The Memory at On On Hotel on Saturday, October 5 at 6.30pm. The photographs are on show until the end of the month.

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Teens’ dangerous obsession Fabienne Faur

For teenagers, adopting what Greenberg called an “unrealistic obsession” can be dangerous – increasing pressures that can lead to depression, even suicidal behaviour, as well as to severe eating disorders, which can cause lasting brain and bone damage

A young woman with thigh gap walks down Hollywood Boulevard. Photo: AFP/ Robyn Beck

t’s the latest weight loss craze among American teens striving to emulate the models they see in magazines: the ‘thigh gap’, in which slender legs, when standing with feet together, do not touch. Experts say the cost of what teens see as an ideal body shape – but really is for most unattainable – is self-esteem problems that can lead to eating disorders, depression and even suicide. On Tumblr, Pinterest and Facebook, “thigh gap” photos abound: close-ups of sometimes unbearably skinny legs published by young girls eager to show off their success – or bemoan what they see as a failure to whittle away fat. “My thigh gap is huge,” brags a Tumblr user with the handle foster-the-beatles. Another user, skinnysizezero, cheers her fellow dieters on, saying: “Together we can lose weight. Together we can be skinny.” But clinical psychologist Barbara Greenberg warned that for most women, the “thigh gap” is a pipe dream, even via extreme dieting and exercise. “Most women are not built that way to have that space between their thighs,” she said. “It is a matter of bone structure,’ she explained, which ‘the majority of women do not have.” For teenagers, adopting what Greenberg called an “unrealistic obsession” can be dangerous – increasing pressures that can lead to depression, even suicidal behaviour, as well as to severe eating disorders, which can cause lasting brain and bone damage.

Indeed, starvation diets – and self-loathing – are a common theme on the “thigh gap” pages of young girls. ‘Yesterday i had 380 calories but then i ate candys so much that my calorie number switch to ca. 650.... faaaaaaaaaaaaaat,” writes Anastasia, a young German girl, on Tumblr, who prays: ‘Please God let me be skinny.” The World Health Organization recommends a daily intake of around 2,500 calories to support the energy needs of a growing teenage girl. Shannon Snapp, a sociologist at the University of Arizona, blames magazines, movies and television for spreading the “thin ideal,” and urges consumers to stop buying into it. “That message is internalised by young women and girls: if you want to be successful, if you want to be liked, this is the way

Women push for fertility bill

omen’s health advocates are preparing a fresh campaign to pressure the government into pushing a long-delayed bill that promotes sexual health and fertility. The campaigners, led by the Women’s Health Advocacy Foundation, are gathering Bangkok residents’ opinions on the bill, the last stage in the process of gathering public feedback. The bill has been discussed at a series of hearings nationwide. It is a fresh attempt to reawaken the government to the importance of the bill since it was drafted more than 10 years ago. Under the bill, women who fall pregnant while they are studying can

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choose whether or not to have their children while carrying on with their studies. They can also make choices about ‘appropriate’ birth control and, for those with ‘uncertain genders’, can choose their own gender. Among these issues, Ms Krittaya said, decisions about whether to have an abortion are the most complicated. “Laws about abortion are difficult to write because they involve human lives,” she said. “Patients may cite reasonable requests for abortions, but doctors tend to deny them. So they end up turning to illegal abortion services, which is dangerous.” Bangkok Post

you should look,” Snapp said – “thin everywhere except for their breasts.” “Teenage girls are probably the most likely to be feeling the pressure to look that particular way, because they are going through puberty: for the first time, they are compared to adult women,” she added. Likewise, San Jose State University sociologist Natalie Boero said the skinnyobsessed “are looking for social acceptance and to fit in.” But sociologists say there is an unmistakable trend linking body size with social status. Abigail Saguy, a body image expert at the University of California, Los Angeles, said “Attaining thinness is a way of signaling elite social status.” But, worse than that, “fatness not only connotates low social status, but it may predict low social status.” “Studies show that heavier girls and women are less likely to get hired and when they are hired, they are paid less,” Saguy said, adding that larger women are also less likely to marry. However, a counter-movement against the ‘thigh gap’ is building, with girls also taking to social media to mock the obsession. One YouTube video, ‘5 Ways to Fake a Thigh Gap,’ posted by “tadelesmith,” suggests, for example, that girls who want a gap between their thighs should move their legs apart. And on Twitter, Common White Girl declares herself relieved that her thighs touch, saying, “Not having a thigh gap saved my phone from falling in the toilet.” AFP

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The life cycle of a butterfly is an interesting one as it goes through four different stages. The classic children’s book The Very Hungry Caterpillar explains this process in a humorous way with colourful illustrations

utterfly painting is an easy and fun activity to do with your kids. Children are excited to see that a few drops of paint can magically be transformed into a beautiful butterfly. It never gets boring to do this exercise over and over as each painting creates a completely different and colourful butterfly.

Age

From 3 years and up

What you need White paper Paint, in a few different colours Colour paper Colour pens Pipe cleaner Scissors

Preparation The kids are not touching the paint with their fingers or using brushes, so it should not create a huge mess. But as you can never be sure what the little ones will do when they see paint, play safe and cover your children’s clothes and the table.

Play

Originally from The Netherlands, Phuket-based Yvon van Kesteren is the mother of two girls.

Fold a piece of paper in half and open it again. Put a few drops of paint in different colours in the middle of the paper and fold it over. The kids now have to rub the paper from the fold line out until the paint is all divided. Then open the paper and watch the children’s faces when the butterfly magically appears! From the colour paper and colour pens you can cre-

ate a body and add it to the butterfly. No need to wait until the paint is dry. The wet paint works as a glue and will make the body stick to the paper. A pipe cleaner is a good item to use to create the butterfly’s antennae.

Add-ons for more fun play Cut out the butterfly and glue it onto some thicker paper to make your piece of art a bit sturdier. Make a card out of your artwork and send it to friends and family. Who would not like to receive such a, colourful card? You can use googly eyes to create the butterf ly’s eyes. Put some glitter onto the wet paint to make the butterfly sparkle.

Clean up If your kids behaved, there should not be a lot to clean up. Whatever there is to clean up, tidy it up together.

Education

The life cycle of a butterfly is an interesting one as it goes through four different stages. The classic and much awarded children’s book The Very Hungry Caterpillar explains this process in a humorous way with colourful illustrations. Read it with your kids so they can learn all about the transformation from a caterpillar into a butterfly. If your kids can’t get enough of ‘butterflies’, make a trip to the Phuket Butterfly Garden & Insect World (phuketbutterfly.com) in Kathu, where they can see hundreds of free-flying butterflies and observe them up close.

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The idea behind ‘rodizio dining’ is quite simple. You pay B690 and get as much barbequed meat as you can eat, as well as a buffet that includes various salads, fresh vegetables, roast potatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and ‘pearl’ onions

Top right, you’re in for a great night of meat eating at Rodizo.

odizio, an all-you-can-eat steakhouse in Patong, is quite an attraction for the meat lovers of Phuket. Being a carnivore myself, I thoroughly studied the information about the place before visiting it. And standing at the doorstep, I had every reason to expect something special. First, Brazilians are one of the world’s top carnivores with the deepest respect for beef. Second, the comments on TripAdvisor were very promising.

Let the rotation begin

The Portuguese word ‘rodizio’ means rotation, and refers to both the way meat is cooked and served on skewers at traditional Brazilian all-you-can eat steak houses. Of course, one can enjoy steaks served the Western way, but to feel the real taste of Brazil the traditional way is recommended. At some restaurants, the process really looks like a small copy of the annual carnival in Rio, with samba sounds and waiters dancing around with dangerously looking skewers. Rodizio Phuket offers a more comfortable atmosphere than that, with wooden furniture, shaded light and friendly staff that will let you concentrate on food. The idea behind ‘rodizio dining’ is quite simple. You pay B690 and get as much barbequed meat as you can eat, as well as a buffet that includes various salads, fresh vegetables, roast potatoes, authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and tiny ‘pearl’ onions, which are a particular favourite of mine. Brazilian manager and Chef Jair da Rosa specially recommends ‘Feijoada’, a bean and pork stew extremely popular in his country. The owner strongly recommends the Caesar salad, which is cooked according to a secret recipe that he had been chasing for months, until he found the ideal

Caesar at a top restaurant and talked the chef into sharing the secret of the dressing. While choosing the side dishes you can take a peak over the chef’s shoulder and watch the skewers laden with various meat rotate over the red hot charcoal. I guarantee that it will make you eager for the main course.

It’s all about the meat

The ‘rodizio’ begins as soon as you take your place at the table. The first smiling waiter with a skewer appears in a minute. If you feel like trying a slice from his ‘rapier’ – just point at the part of your choice with special tongs provided. The staff know their roasts well, and can cut off any slice according to your preference: here is the well done part and there is the medium rare. The razor sharp knife guarantees ideal paper-thin slices. It was recommended I take a separate plate for meat and that was a good idea, because the variety of meats on offer is really huge. The waiters take turns offering you beef steaks, pork tenderloin and ribs, sausages, lamb and other grilled gourmet meats. Beef and lamb is imported from North America and New Zealand, respectively, while pork is 100 per cent local as the owner and Chef Jair share the opinion that Thai pork is among the world’s best. After delivery, meat is given proper ‘rest’. The chef then marinates it and grills it over hot charcoal. The chunks on the skewers can easily be up to 3 kg. One of the local favorites is ‘Picanha’, which is the topmost part of the sirloin. The owner calls this cut the most tender part of the cow and you can hardly argue with this statement. The meat

is really tender thanks to the layer of fat that keeps it juicy while it is being grilled. Rodizio offers a great selection of quality drops from South America, France and Australia, but don’t miss your chance to try the refreshing Brazilian ‘Caipirinha’ cocktail made according to Jair’s family recipe.

Eat all you can

It’s difficult to tell who is the typical guest at Rodizio. And indeed you can find big families, lovebird couples and even single eaters trying do deal with a huge steak all alone. But what Rodizio is perfect for are large groups of friends or birthday parties. A fixed price provides you with an easy way of calculating the bill, and the serving style guarantees a constant free-flow so nobody will have to wait for a dish while the others are already tucking in to theirs. The owner recalls when all the students from a local Muay Thai club visited the restaurant, with dozens of athletic carnivores trying to eat the entire supply of meat. But still the restaurant didn’t run out. For those guests who really have to have all-they-can-eat, after several skewers the waiter offers you a slice of grilled pineapple – a traditional Brazilian way to help with digestion. The pineapple really works, but there’s no escaping the real consequences: on my way home, I suddenly noticed that my motorbike was squeaking and creaking under my weight. Rodizio Brazil Steakhouse, Soi Patong Tower, off Patong Beach Road, Patong Beach. Reservations: 076-346125. rodizio@churrascophuket.com. rodiziophuket.com

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Crazy about fresh coffee Their idea was to create more than just a place where people could meet for coffee – it was to provide a relaxed meeting place that was casual yet sophisticated, stylish yet affordable

Clockwise from top: coffee never tasted better, the Spanish potato hash, and the barramundi fish.

n November 2, 1989, The Coffee Club first opened its doors on Brisbane’s Eagle Street Pier, founded by coffee lovers Emmanuel Drivas, Emmanuel Kokoris and, the next year, John Lazarou. Their idea was to create more than just a place where people could meet for coffee – it was to provide a relaxed meeting place that was casual yet sophisticated, stylish yet affordable. Fast forward to today, and The Coffee Club has more than 309 outlets located throughout Australia, New Zealand, New Caledonia, China, Egypt and Thailand. There are four branches of The Coffee Club in Phuket, with its newest branch located in Kata, all of them offering a wide range of breakfast, lunch and dinner options in a relaxed environment. Vannisa Singkala, assistant manager of the Kata branch, says the drink most ordered by customers is the signature Coffee Club iced coffee or iced chocolate, served with cream or ice-cream and priced at B135, although another recommended option is the chai latte – a rare find on Phuket – for B130. For lunch, the Spanish potato hash is excellent. The baked potato pieces come served with freshly toasted bread and a poached egg on top for only B200. Another good choice is the barramundi, also known as Asian seabass. It comes served with coleslaw and is priced at B450. “The Australians like [our food] because it tastes like home,” says Ms Vannisa, ex-

plaining that the cafe is very popular with Westerners, both locals and tourists alike. Another selling point is the all-day breakfast menu, sometimes hard to find on the island. The Coffee Club offers an extensive range of breakfast options, including eggs Benedict for B235. Last year, The Coffee Club celebrated 21 years in operation, employing more than 6,000 employees and serving more than 40 million coffees annually in its 280 cafes

New Italian dinner buffet at Dusit

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seafood cannelloni, tiramisu and panna cotta. The dinner is served every Sunday from 6.30pm to 10pm. It is priced at B1,320++ per adult (food only) and B735++ per child aged 6-12 years (includes free flow soft drinks). Bookings are essential. Call 076 362 999 ext 7303, or email dtlpfb@ dusit.com

across Asia alone. If you haven’t already, discover the secret of a true Australian success story at your nearest branch. Phuket’s four Coffee Club branches are located at Jungceylon Patong, Turtle Village, Kata Night Plaza and Banana Walk, and are open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and cake. No service charge and free wi-fi with any purchase. For more details visit coffeeclub.com.au

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Navrang Mahal

Trisara Seafood

A rustic, homely atmosphere serving North and South Indian dishes, freshly prepared by hereditary chefs and served in brass Katoris in the Royal Mughal style of bygone Emperors of India. Many mouth-watering dishes prepared exactly to your liking. Open from 12.30pm - 3pm and 6.30pm 11pm daily. Karon Sea Sand Resorts & Spa, Karon Beach. Also in Patong Soi Bangla. 076 286 464

The first truly world-class destination seafood dining experience on Phuket. A private entrance leads guests either to an outdoor, beachfront deck or to the cool, relaxed interior. The menu is a balance between local and imported seafood prepared and served in a Mediterranean way. Dinner 7pm-10.30pm. Trisara, 076 310 100.

Bodega & Grill is situated on a picturesque patio by the lagoon. The restaurant serves premium char-grilled steaks and seafood from a wood-fired oven, as well as authentic homemade pastas, risottos and paellas. Bodega’s generous steaks are available in portions of up to 1.2 kilogram. Angsana Laguna Phuket, Cherngtalay; 076 324 101

The only Irish owned and managed Irish Pub in Phuket. A real Irish Pub at the heart of Phuket’s world famous nightlife. In this traditionally styled Irish pub you will find a very warm welcome from the Management and their fantastic staff. All your favourite Irish food and beverages. Jungceylon, Patong Beach; irishtimespub-phuket.com

Ceramic Kitchen Mom Tri’s Villa Royale

ITALIAN

RE KÁ TA Beach Club

Acqua

Enjoy fine dining with panoramic sea views in sensually indulgent setting. Delicious Thai and European creations are served on the open-air terrace. Mom Tri’s Villa Royale is the winner of the Wine Spectators Award of Excellence. Situated on the only road into to Kata Noi Beach. Reservations recommended. momtriphuket .com; 076 333 568

Enjoy a unique dining and shopping experience at Ceramic Kitchen. We offer a wide range of beverages as well as the chance to shop for ceramic after your lunch or dinner, while every Sunday we do a traditional roast all day. We’re also experts for special events, wedding ceremonies, staff parties, birthday parties and more. 185/5 Moo 7, Srisoonthorn Rd., T. Srisoonthorn, Thalang district. 076 272151-2, 082 153 3163

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Connoisseurs of fine cuisine can revel in Acqua’s experiential concept. The Acqua restaurant experience promises to deliver only the freshest of ingredients, sourced from only the best producers both local and international. Taste explosions from the portfolio of Chef Alessandro Frau, of both traditional & contemporary are offered. Kalim Bay-Patong, 076 618 127

The beachfront restaurant offers modern innovative cuisine with a strong focus on seafood. In the evening RE KÁ TA transforms with Kata’s magical sunsets and cool sounds along with the delicious drinks and tapas, right on the beach. Open daily 6.30am-11pm; Kata Beach (next to Boathouse); info@rekataphuket.com, rekata phuket.com, 076 330 421

Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood KEE Sky Lounge

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La Boucherie

La Boucherie is a French steakhouse located on Soi Sansabai in Patong, next to Jungceylon and just a short walk from Bangla road. You’ll find a varied menu of wonderful and reasonably priced food that includes perfectly cooked steaks and dishes from France, all with friendly and efficient service that guarantees you a very pleasant and satisfying experience. Open daily 11am-5am. 076 344 581. laboucherie-asia.com

Serving up an eclectic mix of tasty East-meetsWest tapas, and a colourful new vibe on the rooftop. Enjoy trendy fusion finger food influenced by cooking styles from around the world alongside your main course, or simply relax with Eurasian tapas and sip sundowners from a selection of creative cocktails. Open 5.30pmmidnight, KEE Resort & Spa, 076 335 888

Great food and people you know! Authentic Italian cuisine in Nai Harn area. Three different dining areas, cocktail lounge, children’s play area, Delicatessen, live music....DaVinci is not just a meal, it is an experience of taste, atmosphere and more. Restaurant open daily 5pm-11.30pm; Deli open 11am-6pm; Sunday close; Naiharn 076 289 574. davinciphuket.com

Weaves Restaurant

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Watch the evening sunlit ocean in the lavish and contemporary ambient atmosphere that is the Weaves restaurant. With its intimate low lit private dining, Weaves serves a variety of delectable Asian and International fusion cuisine, rich enticing desserts and tropical blended refreshments. Manathai Resort Phuket, Surin Beach, 076 270 900

A menu of modern Mediterranean influences created by Chef Ryan to tantalize the senses in a modern ambience. Offering everything from fresh seafood pastas to simple good pizzas. An impressive selection of well priced beverages and stunning sea views complete the experience. Open daily for lunch or dinner. Paresa Resort, Kamala Beach; 076 302 000

Start your evening with delicious food and fine wine. Pick the perfect spot to take in stunning views of Patong bay, as the evening breeze surrounds you. Relax and enjoy live music to make your evening into that truly wonderful and unforgettable dining experience. Open daily 11am-Midnight. Patong; baankalim.com; baankalimrestaurant@hotmail.com, 076 618 125

THAI Baan Vijitt Restaurant

Breeze Restaurant

Phuket’s most exciting new restaurant is situated on the waterfront at Cape Yamu. Chef Cheryl Johnson is providing diners with her innovative modern French interpretations of local ingredients. Open from Tuesday to Saturday for dinner, and from Wednesday to Saturday for lunch. Our menus change frequently. Cape Yamu, Paklok, 081 271 2320

The Bistro Restaurant Tre by DoublePool Villas

An array of culinary experiences is offered to tempt and intrigue in Tre - the exclusive contemporary French Vietnamese restaurant set among the superb surroundings of the DoublePool Villas. Tre’s signatures dishes include scallops and green apples and tartar with pan-fried foie gras. Banyan Tree Phuket, Cherngtalay; banyantree.com

A half-century old Sino-Portuguese style house at The Vijitt Resort Phuket offers a unique authentic experience of Thai cuisine with a focus on regional specialties. Thai Select Premium Award certifies the quality and standard of product and service here. The Vijitt Resort Phuket, Rawai; fb@vijittresort.com, 076 363 600

JAPANESE Talung Thai Tamarind Restaurant

Find all the Italian traditions in one location, and savor and experience the real Mama style dishes serving only the traditional taste of Italia. The Bistro is at Impiana Resort Patong Phuket. Happy Hours 50 per cent off for selected beverages, soft drinks, juices from 3pm-5pm & 10pm11pm daily. Open 3pm-12am. Impiana Resort Patong Phuket, Patong Beach, 076 340 138.

To complement an already distinctive cuisine, Tamarind is bringing to the island high quality authentic Japanese cuisine, courtesy of Master Chef Shiraishi. Gracing our Japanese menu will be fresh sushi, sashimi, healthy salads, yakitori and tempura and much more. Tamarind is your ultimate destination to savour the best Japanese cuisine in Phuket. Cherngtalay; banyantree.com

The restaurant has a stunning sunset location, offering views of the Andaman Sea. The menu of southern Thai specialties and true local dishes, are not seen on many other restaurant menus in Phuket. Chill with a cocktail from our award wining mixologist at sunset and then relax with authentic Thai cuisine. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Paresa Resort, Kamala; 076 302 000 thephuketnews

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Phuketian goes on safari Lewis Gibson editor@classactmedia.co.th

Game spotting for the “big five” (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) and myriad other of the 878 types of mammals, reptiles birds, fish, amphibian and butterfly species, requires patience, positivity and preparedness for surprises, literally, around each corner

Top: A herd of 40 elephants drinking and walloping in mud. The quintessential African scene. Rest camp average daily rate: B3,980 for all conveniences, B2,627 for a more spartan bungalow. Guided tours: B124 to B1,860 per adult. Children half price. Lodges are more expensive, but the opportunity for animal spotting is much higher. Thai Airways flies from Bangkok to Johannesburg every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Approx. exchange rate: R1 = B3 @thephuketnews

he grizzled old Afrikaner was incredulous: “In 20 years of coming to game parks I have never seen a leopard,” he exclaimed, excitedly lifting his binoculars to see, yes, a leopard in its natural habitat for the first time. Over three days in Kruger National Park, South Africa’s premier game park the size of Wales, we had seen a leopard every day. It’s a sobering thought that not too many years ago Phuket was teeming with wild animals, but virtually none are left, except for those risking driving on the roads perhaps. South Africa is the opposite. Places like Kruger National Park and Klarserie Park where we spent eight wonderful days, have every type of wild animal imaginable, all within easy driving distance. No tuk-tuks, beaches, billboards, littered roadsides, bars and crazy motorbikes. Thousands of rai of unadulterated bush inhabited by wild animals roaming free. An unimaginable range of birdlife roams the sky. As far from Phuket as you can get. It’s all about seeing the animals, but seeing some animals, like the three leopards, can be the luck of the draw. Most people’s luck holds firm. You don’t have to spend tens of thousands of baht in a Hollywood style safari, pink gins at sunset and tents as big as houses to see the game. The best way is to motor in a hired vehicle along the thousands of kilometers of criss-crossing, well signposted roads with a couple of days at a nice lodge to end the trip. Our motoring safari started with an impala sausage breakfast at a moderately priced, but very traditional South African lodge steeped in history. A minute later a real life impala was sighted on the side of the road. We cruised in our hired car (mistake: we hired a small car, which put us at a disadvantage to a higher vehicle when spotting game) at the average 25 kmph (maximum speed limit is 50 kmph). Definitively better than trailing an overloaded truck in a long line of cars up the Patong hill at 10 kmph, with more interesting scenery than a plethora of billboards. Game spotting for the “big five” (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) and myriad other of the 878 types of mammals, reptiles birds, fish, amphibian and butterfly species, requires patience, positivity and preparedness for surprises, literally, around each corner – like elephant, giraffe, impala or troops of baboons blocking your roadway. Here, animals always have right of way. Beside spotting four of the “big five” (the black and white rhinos of which there are around 11,000, unfortunately eluded us, despite ample spoor evidence) we saw wildebeest, crocodile, hyena, giraffe, emu, baboon, monkey, hippopotamus, impala, roan antelope, vulture, warthog, jackal, kudu, impala, antelope and many, many types of colourful birds just by driving ourselves for many hours over well sealed, and rough, unsealed “loop” roads which went past waterholes where animals came to drink in the winter (dry) season. This is the kaleidoscope of the African high veldt, awash with animals seen as they should be seen, free roaming, enjoying their own, undisturbed, lives. Our hearts went out to the Phuket trail elephants

and other animals in captivity around the world. Wi-Fi in the bush? Forget it. You live in an African twilight zone light years from Phuket or anywhere else, for that matter. Well! Almost. It’s only 12 hours Thai Airways flying time from Bangkok to Johannesburg, plus an hour’s flight to the park. The best strategy for Kruger is to hire a car, preferably one high off the road for better viewing, drive slowly, be patient, have binoculars and camera at the ready, respect the animals’ right of way on the road, and employ Bangkok traffic tactics to get the best spot. Be polite to the Africans )who are almost universally polite and friendly to visitors), be prepared to eat meat (South Africans love a “braai” or barbeque), put up with some know-all locals and take clothes for colder mornings and evenings and hot, dry winter days – June to August. GomoGomo Lodge (gomogomo.co.za), in the private Klasarie Park, offered tranquility overlooking a water hole visited by impala, giraffe, baboons, lion and, on our last day, a herd of more than 40 elephants drinking and walloping in mud. The awesomely quintessential African scene. Excellent guides found lion hunting buffalo, white rhino, two leopard cubs (very rare) and hyenas gorging on a recently killed buffalo. Rest camps offer comfortable, stand alone bungalows with magnificent views across the many rivers. Facilities are basic, but adequate. You don’t want to spend much time in them anyway. Barbeque facilities for the South African “braai” are in each one. Morning (5.30am start, wear winter clothing), and guided night drives in ele-

vated vehicles designed for animal viewing are sold (R40-R60 per person). For the more energetic, walking and cycling tours can be booked, though strangely the walking tours are not for anyone aged over 60 years. Between rest camps you can drive slowly for up to eight hours (camps open and close their gates at 6am and 6pm) looking for game. South Kruger is home to the rare white rhino, which are still mercilessly killed by poachers (more than 300 in the first six months of 2013). Rhino mark their territory with large spoor dumps, which we saw beside the road but never saw a rhino. Lion are also more plentiful in the south. The South African Tourism Board has its act together. This includes strictly controlling the natural environment, its main asset, from littering and abuse. At Kruger a conservation fee of R62 for adults and R27 children covers the cost of maintaining the environment of the park. A Kruger wildlife “safari” can be done at reasonable cost if you are prepared to book by internet yourself (not hard, the South Africans are very efficient), drive your own vehicle and stay at mid-range accommodation. Here’s the thing. The parks are for the animals. Even if you only see a few of the animals, being in the African bush and watching an African sunrise and sunset to the sounds of wild animals something that anyone taking this adventure will never forget. Essentials for an African “safari”: good camera and binoculars, warm clothing for night and morning rides, heaps of patience and a high wheeled vehicle for good spotting.

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IN BRIEF China lifts console ban

The 13-year ban on video game console sales in China is over after the high-ranking State Council announced the establishment of a new freetrade zone in Shanghai. Foreign companies are allowed to sell and produce items within the trade zone that will also be available throughout China. The announcement comes just one week after Microsoft and Chinese TV company BesTV went public with their US$237 million deal to create a “family games” venture in the trade zone. The country banned video game consoles in 2000 over concerns about the potential harm to physical and mental development in children.

No Dead Rising 3 for Xbox 360

As one of the launch titles for the upcoming nextgeneration console Xbox One, which is set to be released on November 22, Dead Rising 3 will not be ported to the Xbox 360. The open-world zombie game will remain an Xbox One exclusive title, even though it was originally developed for the Xbox 360. Mike Jones, a producer from developers Capcom, said the game was too ambitious for the aging console.

The Last of Us gets first DLC

Starting October 15, gamers will be able to get their hands on the first downloadable content for survival game The Last of Us. The expansion includes the Abandoned Territories Map Pack, with four multiplayer maps – Suburbs, Bus Depot, Hometown, and Bookstore. The content is included with the US$20 (B600) The Last of Us season pass. A single-player DLC will be available in December.

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Engineers build the future of computers

merican engineers said last week they had built the first computer made entirely of microscopic carbon “nanotubes” – a big step in the quest for faster, eversmaller electronic devices. While performing only basic functions at speeds likened to a 1950s computer, the tiny machine was hailed as a breakthrough in the search for an alternative to silicon transistors, which control the electricity flow in computer microchips. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are rolled-up, single-layer sheets of carbon atoms – tens of thousands can fit into the width of a single human hair. They are pliable and have the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any known material. Silicon is a good semiconductor but cannot be reduced to such a thin layer. Scientists believe the structure of CNTs may make them better at carrying currents – thus yielding transistors that are faster, more energy efficient and smaller than silicon – but actually building nanotube chips has proved difficult. “People have been talking about a new era of carbon nanotube electronics moving beyond silicon,” said Stanford engineering professor Subhasish Mitra, who led the research. “But there have been few demonstrations of complete digital systems using this exciting technology. Here is the proof.” The computer, built in a laboratory at Stanford University’s School of Engineering, was just a few square millimetres in size and able to perform basic counting and number-sorting functions using 178 transistors each holding between 10 and 200 nanotubes. It runs at 1 kilohertz – a processing capacity millions of times weaker than today’s computers. The 178-transistor limit was due to the team using a university chip-making facility rather

The futuristic technology was created at the Stanford University School of Engineering in the US. Photo: Chika Watanabe than an industrial process, meaning the computer could in theory be made much bigger and faster, a statement on the study said, published in the journal Nature. The machine ran a basic operating system that allowed it to multitask and swap between the two processes, it added. Though it could take years, the Stanford approach hinted at the possibility of industrial-scale production of CNT semiconductors, Naresh Shanbhag, director of a computer chip design consortium, said in a statement issued by the university. “These are initial necessary steps in taking carbon nanotubes from the chemistry lab to a real environment,” added Supratik Guha, director of physical sciences for software giant IBM’s Thomas J Watson Research Centre. But the transistors will have to become smaller than the current 8 micrometres thick (millionth of a metre) for the technique to be feasible, and the processor quicker, he said. AFP

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Fifa 14

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Disney Infinity

Xbox 360, Wii, PS3, Wii U

JumpCam (Video)

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Grand Theft Auto V (18+)

Xbox 360, PS3

Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Blacklist (18+)

Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, PC

Hermes Silk Knots (design)

iOS

Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition

Xbox 360

Saints Row IV (18+)

Xbox 360, PS3

Evernote (Notes)

iOS, Android

Pro Evolution Soccer 2014

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Diablo III

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iOS, Android

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o you remember Grand Theft Auto? The title that sparked one of the most successful – and controversial – series in gaming history was originally going to be called Race’n’Chase, and had a target release date of late 1996. However, production delays and changes to the gameplay forced developers DMA Design and Visual Sciences to release the newly renamed Grand Theft Auto on October 14, 1997. Originally developed for the PC, Grand Theft Auto was set to be a mission-based action game that allowed players to race and crash vehicles outside of said missions. Because of the technology available at the time, the world of Grand Theft Auto was seen from the top down with almost none of the flashy graphics seen in later games. The original version had eight characters to choose from, and was ported to the PlayStation and Game Boy Color. The game took place in three primary settings: Liberty City, Vice City, and San Andreas. Each setting would be featured in a game of their own later on in the series. Many of the innovative ideas that were seen in later titles of the series were originally part of this first game, including the ability to come back and play right after dying, hide from police, and toggle between radio Grand Theft Auto was a bestseller in the UK, and received favourable, though not great, rankings among the gaming magazines at the time. Still, it was the spark that lit the fuse of one of the most popular gaming franchises of all time.

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IN BRIEF Jolie to direct new film Down Under

Rush

The need for speed FILM PREVIEW Beth O’Connell

At the beginning of every year they would have a drivers’ meeting... and a number of people from that time [1970s] told me that you would look around the room and know that a couple of those faces were not going to make it

Director: Ron Howard Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Bruehl, Olivia Wilde, and Alexandra Maria Lara Running time: 2 hr 3 minutes

acing around the track at breakneck speed, Formula One drivers remind film-maker Ron Howard of combat pilots, or even gladiators. His new movie Rush is about the death-defying thrill of F1 racing and the legendary rivalry between Austrian driver Niki Lauda and Britain’s James Hunt in 1976. “The closer you are to death, the more alive you feel,” says the flamboyant Hunt, played by Chris Hemsworth of action hero Thor fame. For the film’s director, it’s almost like they’re going to war. “At the beginning of every year they would have a drivers’ meeting... and a number of people from that time [1970s] told me that you would look around the room and know that a couple of those faces were not going to make it, weren’t going to live through the year,” says Howard in a recent interview in Paris. “And that’s what combat pilots talk about.” The 59-year-old Hollywood director, bearded and youthful-looking in his usual baseball cap, admits he likes stories where the characters take life to the edge, “putting themselves on the line” – like in Apollo 13. His box office hit was based on the true story of three US astronauts orbiting the Earth in a crippled space capsule, with that unforgettable line: “Houston, we have a problem.” Whether a comedy, drama or true story, “you’re always looking for the test, how are the characters being tested and I’m always interested in seeing how people reach for something that is really, really challenging,” Howard says. Rush is set in what he calls the “recklessness” of 1970s F1 racing which was “a golden age for fans, because a lot of people were dying, which made it more gladiatorial and so the danger was with the audience and the fans every lap.” The film captures the almost ghoulish fascination with racing and the tension on the track in recreating the famous fiery crash of Niki Lauda – played by multilingual German actor Daniel Bruehl (Good Bye Lenin!, Inglourious Basterds). Lauda was left disfigured from severe burns but he went on to become an amazing comeback Grand Prix champion. Howard’s next project, In the Heart of the

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Sea, tells the tale of the whaleship Essex in 1820, which was attacked by a sperm whale leaving the crew adrift for 90 days, resorting to cannibalism to stay alive. “It’s the events that inspired Hermwean Melville to write Moby Dick 30 years later.... When I learned about it, and their survival story which is both tragic and heroic, really remarkable, I felt like it was a very original kind of story to tackle.” Howard made his first movie in 1977, another car flick Grand Theft Auto, and won a directing Oscar for the 2001 film A Beautiful Mind. His credits also include Cocoon, Frost/ Nixon, and the screen adaptations of Dan Brown’s bestsellers The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons. He recalls how he was encouraged to pursue directing by iconic actor Henry Fonda, whom he worked with “in the 70s on a television series that was a complete disaster.” But Fonda gave him some advice. “He said to me: ‘If you don’t make creative decisions, where you feel you’re risking your career, every 18 months or two years, you’re playing it too safe, and you’re not going to grow as an artist, whether you are in front of the camera or behind the camera’.” “But you asked me earlier about my interest in stories that are about risk, there’s a lot of emotional risk in being involved in a high-profile way in movies and television... It’s nothing like Formula One or going to the moon... but it’s your life’s work and it sometimes feels like it’s emotional life or death...,” Howard told AFP as he prepares for a screening of Rush at the Toronto film festival last month. AFP

Oscar winning actress Angelina Jolie is set to direct her second feature film in Australia dubbed Unbroken. The film is based on a best-selling book by Laura Hillenbrand that follows the life of World War II hero and Olympian Louis Zamperini, who survived in a raft for 47 days after a plane crash and was later a prisoner of war in Japan. Much of the filming will be done in Sydney and rural part of New South Wales This will be Jolie’s second feature after 2011’s Land of Blood and Honey.

Kurt Russell joins cast of Fast and Furious 7

A fter the announcement that Thai action star Tony Jaa will join the cast of Fast & Furious 7, more details have been revealed about his potential castmates. Vin Diesel has confirmed that legendary action star Kurt Russell will join Jaa on screen. The news leaked after Diesel posted an image from the set of the film on his Facebook page that includes Russel in a suit at an auto workshop.

Lost film found in Australian shed

A 78-year-old Australian man found the lone missing short film by The T h ree Stooges that was thought to have been destroyed in a fire in 1967. Malcolm Smith found the 1933 musical Hello, Pop! while cleaning out his shed last month and revealed to reporters that he originally bought his copy from another collector sometime in the 1950s. Smith contacted film experts in the United States and managed to get the rare film restored.

US BOX OFFICE TOP 10 Film

Gross

$34M

$10.9M

$38.5M

$10M

$10.3M

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2

Prisoners

Rush

Baggage Claim

$9.03M

Don Jon

$8.68M

Insidious: Chapter 2

$6.55M

$69.3M

The Family

$3.73M

$31.8M

se Aceptan 8 No Devoluciones

$3.47M

$38.7M

$2.81M

$142M

$2.4M

$110M

We’re the Millers

10 Lee Daniels’ The Butler

SFC Jungceylon Phuket (Patong) Elysium (E) First Love (T) Jobs (E) Riddick: Rule of the Dark (E) Runner Runner (E) Rush (E)

Weekend gross

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As some movies and movie times change every Thursday morning, after The Phuket News has gone to press, the accuracy of the following information cannot be guaranteed. For up-to-date information, visit sfcinemacity.com, or call the cinemas directly: SFX Coliseum Phuket 076-209000 and SFC Jungceylon Phuket 076-600-555.

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Two of the best around David Brook editor@classactmedia.co.th

Right, Phuket’s David Brook with Tim Healy, leader of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ in hit British TV show Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.

oger Greenaway and Roger Cook are two of the all-time great song writers. Their first collaboration, You’ve Got Your Troubles, was a 1965 hit for The Fortunes. Others followed – I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing, Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress, and Home lovin’

Man. But in the late 1960s they penned new lyrics with “What we need is a great big melting pot”. The band Blue Mink were formed in 1969, their debut single Melting Pot a big hit at number 3 in the UK charts. Over the following five year period, Blue Mink, with vocalist Madeline Bell, had seven hit singles, spent 84 weeks in the UK charts and ranked among Britain’s top pop groups. I had the privilege of using them for a new product launch at London’s ‘Talk of The Town’ theatre in 1971. They were sensational and the memory has stayed with me ever since. The carefully crafted lyrics have deep meaning, and are indeed a plea for multiracial harmony. Another famous team who created and scripted highly successful material, but in a different field, were Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais. They created “The Likely Lads” in the mid 1960s and followed up with other notable classics including Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads?, Porridge, and later Lovejoy. In 1983 they collaborated with Teesside native Franc Roddam to create their own melting pot of individuals, an assortment

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of seven migrant construction workers with differing accents from various parts of the UK, working together in a strange environment in a foreign country. What a result. The smash hit comedy drama Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, which was to run for four series (between 1983 and 2004), screening 40 episodes as well as a 2004 Christmas Special shot in Chiang Mai and Bangkok. The initial 13 episode series (1983-84) had the “Magnificent Seven” enjoy comic and romantic adventures living and working on a building site in Dusseldorf.

good news service is central to any radio station and Live 89.5 has just taken another step forward with the ‘Live 89.5 Feature Story News’. Combining the world-wide resources of FSN (Feature Story News) and our local new source, thephuketnews.com, we bring you the most up-to-date news stories from Phuket and around the world every hour from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday. The popular Asian Pop 40, hosted by busy Singaporean DJ and VJ, Dom Lau, is moving to the new times of Friday nights 7pm to 10pm and replay on Sunday afternoons 2pm to 5pm. Two chances to hear the region’s hottest new music in the popular ‘countdown’ format. There’s nothing better than to relax on a Sunday afternoon and we have your Sunday PM sounds covered so you can rest the iPhone and enjoy our new line-up. Mellow Moments with Andy Saunders has the best love songs and ballads from the last 30 years from 5 to 7pm. Then our new programme, ‘The Chill Factor’ lowers the tempo even further with Colin Haslip from 7 to 9pm. Relax, go to it!

There was Moxie the scouser (played by Chris Fairbank); Barry from the Black Country (Timothy Spall); Wayne, the ‘Jack the lad’ cockney (Gary Holton); Bomber the Bristolian (Pat Roach); and three Geordies, Neville, Oz and Dennis (played respectively by Kevin Whately, Jimmy Nail and Tim Healy). Subsequent series in 2002 and 2004 featured different locations and circumstances. Throughout, Tim Healy played the part of Dennis Patterson, essentially the leader of the “Magnificent Seven”. Tim was born in the Benwell area of Newcastle, and his 40 year acting career includes not only Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, but also films, numerous television series (including most recently Benidorm) as well as the original musical Billy Elliot. Remarkably Tim’s Tyneside roots, the home of Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, have a link to Blue Mink. South of Tyneside, on the Gateshead to Consett road, is the ex-mining village of Dipton, where remarkably the fan club for Blue Mink’s vocalist Madeline Bell was originally based. Hard to imagine Madeline, the lass from New Jersey saying, with a Geordie twang , “Well, just fancy that, pet!”

he Phuket News TV focus moves to Phuket Cable this week with our new weekly hour-long programme now being shown 28 times a week. Now there’s no chance of missing Phuket’s best TV stories with a time and a day to suit everyone. The new Phuket Cable times are listed on the right of this column. The new Thalang Road Sunday Walking Street market started last Sunday and we captured the spirit and the enthusiasm for this quintessentially Old Phuket Town event. Called the Lard Yai (it means ‘big market’ ni Thai) it will surely become a weekly fixture on the ‘must do’ list for locals, expats and tourists. The excellent market will run every Sunday from 4pm to 10pm. Alice Na Takuatung walked the ‘walk’ and brings the story to you online and on Phuket Cable this week. Log onto thephuketnews/tv anytime, anywhere to see our daily stories and catch up with all the earlier ones as well.

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FUN ON THALANG The Phuket Old Town Community (POTC) held the first Sunday Market Walking Street in Phuket Town on Sunday (September 29). The event will be held weekly on Sundays from 4pm to 10pm.

PEARL OF PHUKET The Pearl Art Factory in Chalong celebrated its grand opening on Saturday evening (September 28), with many guests in attendance.

GOING BACK IN TIME There were plenty of great costumes on show at the recent festive Retro Night, held at the Two Chefs restaurant in Karon last Saturday night (September 28). @thephuketnews

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FIRST PERFORMANCE Agatha Christieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Mousetrap came to Bangkok for the first time recently, as part of its worldwide Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

From left, Alyona Vikhareva, Yulia Lozovitskaya and Zhanel Tyurina, Managing Director of Maikhao Dream Hotels and Resorts.

From left, Martin Allen; Michael Boele, General Manager of Maikhao Dream Resort & Spa, Natai; and David Coyle, General Manager of Maikhao Dream Villa Resort & Spa, Phuket.

LIGHTING A NEW SPARK Maikhao Dream Resort & Spa, Natai, held the re-opening of its Firefly Bar on Saturday (September 29).

Winning team The Three Stooges.

DOING IT FOR THE KIDS The Phuket Has Been Good To Us Foundation held its Kamala monthly Aussie Pub Quiz on Monday night (September 30). B5,000 was raised for the charity.

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Bill Wavish, Phillip Gill and Pairat Panarodvong.

GOODBYE LARRY Retiring Phuket Australian Honorary Consul Larry Cunningham was farewelled at an event held at the Chava resort in Surin on Friday night (September 27), surrounded by friends and supporters who helped him during his eight years in the position.

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From left, Czech Republic Honorary Consul Anurak Tansiriroj; Estonia Honorary Consul Piyanoot Hongsyok; Norwegian Honorary Consul Pornphan Sittichaivijit; Wipa and husband Methee Tanmanatragul, Managing Director of Rising Sun Residence; and Netherlands Honorary Consul Seven Smulders.

Australian Ambassador to Thailand James Wise, left, and retiring Phuket Australian Honorary Consul Larry Cunningham.

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The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is an annual event held during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar. It is believed that the vegetarian festival and its accompanying sacred rituals bestow good fortune upon those who religiously observe this rite. During this time, local residents of Chinese ancestry strictly observe a 10-day vegetarian or vegan diet for the purposes of spiritual cleansing and merit-making. Sacred rituals are performed at various Chinese shrines and temples and aesthetic displays such as walking barefooted over hot coals and ascending ladders with bladed rungs are performed by entranced devotees known as “Ma Song”.

Indulge in a lavish BBQ buffet with a variety of meats and seafood, live cooking stations, your favourite Italian dishes, and scrumptious desserts. Every Sunday throughout September 12 – 3pm at Prego by the Beach, The Westin Siray Bay Resort & Spa, Phuket. THB990++ per adult plus free access to Prego pool. THB495++ per child (7-12 years old). 076 335 600 or westinsiraybay.com.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 5

The Good Shepherd Merchandise Shop Open Every Wednesdays and Saturdays. Plaza Del Mar, Laguna (Behind Bake). Time: 10am to 1pm every Wednesday and 9am

Wednesday Ribs The ribs are dry rubbed and smoked for 6 hours then massaged with Kentucky Bourbon BBQ sauce. Full rack set: 3 course set with corn chowder and bread pudding souffle: B1,500++ per person. Must reserve. For residents order one kg full rack on Friday for takeaway on Wednesday. Pick up and pay at SALA Beach Bar 5pm-6.30pm (Happy hour) B750 net. Sorry, you must take away. Make a reservation or book your ribs with events@salaphuket.com, no phone calls please.

Lunch or dinner served from 2pm. Your choice of either roast beef, chicken, loin of pork or leg of lamb served with roast and boiled potatoes, three fresh vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Only B320 per person which includes a free glass of house red or white. Opposite Centara Karon Resort. See otools-phuket.com.

MONDAY OCTOBER 7 BBQ Ribs All You Can Eat BBQ All You Can Eat at Shakers

Live Seafood & Jazz Sunday Brunch at Banyan Tree Join Banyan Tree’s indulgent LIVE Seafood Sunday brunch featuring lots of LIVE Canadian Lobsters, Tiger prawns, freshly shucked Oysters, Wagyu rump and Foie Gras. Meander from one live cooking station to the next, and don’t forget to leave room for cheese and dessert. With live Jazz music and a kids club, starting at B2,500++ per person including free flow of selected beverages. Advance bookings are highly recommended. Contact 076 372 400. fb-phuket@banyantree.com.

Live Jazz Trio at Mom Tri's Enjoy live Jazz at Mom Tri’s Kitchen. Every Wednesday and Sunday Night in the Sea Shell Bar. Sunset Happy Hour daily from 6-7pm including selected beverages by the glass and 50% off drinks. Great live music, gorgeous sunset views and Thai and international cuisine. See momtriphuket.com.

Mondays and Thursdays. BBQ all you can eat: pork, chicken, beef, prawns, fish and squid with salad buffet, cold and hot sauces, garlic bread, baked potatoes, potato salad and more for B325 per person. 7pm-11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure.

Wednesdays and Fridays. BBQ ribs all you can eat with salad buffet and potato salad for B295 per person. 7pm-11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure.

THURSDAY OCTOBER 10

TUESDAY OCTOBER 8 Southern Phuket Pool League Half Chicken Spit Roast Tuesdays and Saturdays: Half chicken spit roast with french fries, salad buffet, potato salad & gravy sauce for B225 per person. 7pm-11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure.

Pita Bar, Laguna, Rawai v Bye. Bye v Buddha Bar, Laguna, Rawai. Solutions Bar, Kata v No Name Bar, Karon. The White Hart, Rawai v Australia Bar & Grill, Kata. The Islander Bar, Rawai v Allstar Sports Bar, Kata. Ying Yang Bar, Rawai v Walkabout A, Karon. All games start 8pm. southernphuketpool.com. thephuketnews

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RBFC Thailand 2014 Classic Sport Fishing Tournament Offshore The Similan Islands

25 th

27 th February 2014

Proudly organised by the Rawai Beach Fishing Club, (RBFC) Phuket, Thailand.

Huge cash and other prizes to be won!!

57 hours of non -stop fishing!

Huge media coverage!

For further details please contact Warren Crowe or Andy Bright info@rawaibeachfishingclub.co m Warren tel: +66 (0) 812604291 Andy tel: +66 (0) 862739948 Website: www.rawaibeachfishingclub.com

Prizes include fishing trips, tackle, limited edition prints, and much more!

Rawai Beach Fishing Club is an official Sponsor Club of the International Game Fishing Association. RBFC supports recreational fishing

UPCOMING EVENTS SATURDAY OCTOBER 12

Phuket Latin Night @ XANA Calling all Latin lovers and sexy senoritas, introducing a little taste of Cuba, Xana’s first Latin night. Featuring free salsa lessons with former Usher dancer, Sean Moonwalker, at 8pm. Then at 9.30pm, after warming up your dancing toes, a Latin inspired DJ set - a mash up of funky beats Soi Dog Foundation and pop favourites. Enjoy the 2-for-1 Mexith can drinks,10allAnniversary night,Fundraiser as well as delicious tacos. xanabeachclub.com

ganisation is proud to announce, IRON FIST VS. THE JOE RAY. Live from the Original Fight Capital of the World. A match up of two powerhouses, that could truly be the most Heavy Hitting bout in all of Asian MMA today. OCTOBER 12 – LIVE FROM BANGKOK at Club Insanity, Sukhumvit Soi 12. Warm-up party starts at 4pm, Doors Open at 5pm – Fights start at 6pm. Tickets and more info: visit darefightsports.com.

Silk Restaurant, Andara Resort and Villas 12th October 2013 Dress code: Roaring 20s 6pm till late Contact Cristy on 084 054 4367 for bookings

Soi Dog 10th Anniversary Party Andara Resort and Villas will be hosting the Soi Dog 10th Anniversary Fundraiser on the 12th of October from 6pm till late. Dress code Roaring 20’s. Your 3000 baht donation will go towards building the largest animal hospital in Thailand. With a delectable buffet dinner, free flow beverages, DJ Ben Jay on the decks, prizes for best dressed male and female and a midnight celebration. This will be an event not to be missed! Please contact Cristy on 084 054 4367 to make your booking.

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Battle of the Babes Get Ready for a Bollywood Bonanza as we bring you a long night of desi beats and Indian treats. Beverage & special prizes “Best dressed” & “Best Moves”. The event will be happening on 19th Oct, 2013. Bar opens at 7.30 pm till late. Tickets 1,200 THB (All proceeds go to The Good Shepherd Charity) at Taste Restaurant, Surin Beach. For more information and reservation contact : Katharine 089 589 4983 / Jade 087 886 6401.

Battle of the Babes is an international model search pageant with events taking place within the Asia Pacific Region this year. Prizes include a trip to Hong Kong and PARIS + help for local models to pursue a modelling career. Open to beginners and professionals. It’s free to register at www. worldbattleofthebabes.com Phuket events coming soon at The Novotel Phuket Vintage Park & Hollywood Discotheque. PHUKET GIRLS Register now.

WED OCT 30 - FRI NOV 1

Phuket Artists on Show Exhibition runs until October 13. VR Gallery has asked local and resident artist to display some of their favourite works. The exhibition features three local Phuket Thai artists and two resident artists. Pieces are combinations of oil on canvas, mixed media and wood. Themes range from nature, nautical, nude and abstract creating a fascinating and multifaceted display of art work. momtriphuket.com.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 26

Phuket Latin Night @ XANA

Navy League Phuket Party DARE FIGHT – REBELS OF MMA

EVERY DAY

The place for outdoor activities for the whole family. Ring winch for water skiing and wake-boarding. Reversible winch and coaching services for beginners. Restaurant, swimming pool, massage, fitness equipment and mini-hotel with 28 rooms. All this in a Phuket Wake Park! Welcome from 7:30 to 22:00 every day.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 19

Bollywood Nite Party Get ready to kick up your heels

casual/Parrot Head dress. Visit website for brochure. Support our Community Service projects. 1500 Baht advance sales or 2000 Baht at door. David Rucker 087 266 7514. navyleaguephuket.org.

Margaritaville-Parrot Head Party sponsored by Navy League Phuket 26 Oct at Underwood Art Factory from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Dinner, unlimited beverages. Blues band, Buffet songs and DJ. Island

For the First Time in Thailand The World’s number one pool entertainer Dave Pearson (aka The Ginger Wizard) will be in Phuket attempting to set a new Guinness World Record. This event is organised by Thailand Pool Tables in preparation for the New VNEA Pool League in Phuket. Runs from 30th October to 1st November. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/vneaphuket or www. thailandpooltables.com.

Water Colour Painting Course We’re bringing this popular course up North! In just 5 weekly lessons, you’ll be well on your way to painting fabulous Water Colours to be proud of. Starting on 20/09 until 18/10, 9.30am-12pm, classes are taught by a highly regarded artist and teacher. Only B3950 per person, this promises to be a fantastic creative experience. Contact kez@oasisedphuket.com for info & to book now, phone: 084 946 2171.

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This week in history ■■ October 4, 1830

1916

Year in which false eyelashes were invented, by movie director DW Griffith.

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Weight in kilograms of a large ostrich, the world’s biggest bird.

The number of dictionary definitions of the word ‘set’ – the word in the English language with the most meanings.

Weight in grams of the Bee Hummingbird, the world’s smallest bird.

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An incredible ‘cloud dragon’ protects Ao Po Bay in the northeast of Phuket.

Photo: Pekka Oilinki, oilinki.com

Have a Phuket photo to share? Email it with caption to editor@classactmedia.co.th

The Kingdom of Belgium comes into being after separation from the Netherlands. ■■ October 5, 1914 French pilot Louis Quenault opens fire on a German aircraft with a machine gun, causing the first ever aerial combat casualty. ■■ October 6, 1976 In China, the arrests are ordered of the Gang of Four and their associates, ending the Cultural Revolution. ■■ October 7, 1959 The Soviet probe Luna 3 sends back the first photos of the dark side of the Moon. ■■ October 8, 1895 Queen Min of Joseon, the last empress of Korea, is assassinated and her corpse burnt by the Japanese. ■■ October 9, 1967 Guerrilla leader Che Guevara is summarily executed the day after his capture in Bolivia. ■■ October 10, 1913 US President Woodrow Wilson triggers a planned explosion, breaking through the Gamboa Dyke and completing basic construction of the Panama Canal.

Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York

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31. German historian Joachim 32. Dance bit 33. Pad ___ (noodle dish) 34. Leftovers 35. Mind 36. Nod, maybe Down 37. Pop-ups 1. Drifts 2. Crosswise, on deck 39. Astringent substance 3. Grassy plain 40. Perceive 4. Surrender 44. Arias, usually 5. Burn cause 45. Looked secretly 6. Galley tool 46. Manicurist, at 7. Turning point? times 8. Slight, in a way 48. Place for sweaters? 9. Established 49. Perspicacity 10. ___ of Court 11. S-shaped molding 50. Bartender on TV’s Pacific Princess 12. Check 51. Needle point? 13. Fine things? 52. Still 18. Radioactive 53. One of seven 19. Chisholm Trail branches town 54. Supreme Court 23. It grows on you count 24. Young herring 55. Singer Phoebe 27. “Rock the Boat” 56. Rake’s look music 57. It’s just for show 28. Bronx cheer 60. Melody 29. Brings into play 61. Blubber 30. Bug out 62. New World lizard 63. Gulf leader 64. Fill beyond full 65. Less 66. Fishing site 67. Genuine

Solutions to last week’s puzzles:

Answers to this week’s Pop Quiz: 1. 78 (speed in RPM of analog records); 2. Yugoslavia; 3. Shaun the Sheep; 4. Ducks; 5. Kazakhstan.

1. 33,45,XX. What’s the missing number? 2. In which former country did UNPROFOR operate? 3. Bitzer, The Farmer and Timmy are characters in which TV series? 4. Aylesbury, Semois and Ancona are all types of what? 5. Which country is at the southern end of the Urals? Answers at the foot of the page.

Across 1. Stopping point 5. Mischievous god 9. Regional flora and fauna 14. Accomplished 15. Masculine side 16. ___ management 17. Gain wealth wrongfully 20. UK soft drink 21. Perennial plants 22. Refines 25. Clear 26. Provided relief 28. Back talk 32. Conelike structures 37. Window alternative 38. Subject of parentchild talk 41. Alleviated 42. Some eyes and teeth 43. “Isn’t it a ____,” Harrison song 44. Old Faithful, e.g. 46. Other side 47. Italian city 53. Pristine 58. Mexican bread 59. Confess

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For Rent Villa in Cherng Talay: Villa in Cherng Talay, Rental - Longterm or shore term. Price: B90,000 per month ( long ) B150,000 Short term. 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms Internal area: 472 sq. metre on 1.2 Rai gated land. Call +66 (81) 892 0534.

Kata Beach: Southern Fried Rice Guest House, 8 beautiful rooms, Low season B600 inc breakfast, High season B1200, Free WiFi, Breakfast. If 5 nights high season free airport P/U www.southernfriedrice.com.

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Rawai Pool Villa For Sale: Kalim Sea View, Freehold Condo for Sale/Rent: B11.9 Va s s a n a R e s i d e n c e . 2 Bedroom: Luxury 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment. Sea view, swimming pool, whirlpool. Wi-Fi, cable TV. Only 3 apartments in complex. Call Eng. 087 882 9604, Rus. 084 443 6811 artlpmj@yahoo.com.

Long Term Rental:

Three bedroom modern home available for long Term Rental. This pool villa is close to B.I.S. Central private location. Please check out website for more details. Contact Dianne 089 469 810. https://smore.com/r5ts.

Beach Condo, Beach 3 Min. Walk: Spacious 2-bedroom apartment for rent, long or short term, fully furnished, kitchen, 2 bathrooms. Pool, large gardens, parking, a mere 3 minute stroll to scenic Nai Harn beach. resortgm@gmail.com.

The Cour tyard: Upper f loor 10 m showroom frontage floor area 10 0 s m w i t h a i r/c o n s . C o n t a c t Khun Siriporn 081 691 0213, siriporn@islandfurni ture-phuket.com, www.thecourtyard-phuket.com.

Seaview Villa 3 Bed Cape Yamu: Luxury single storey villa, furnished, set in private gardens with pool. Only 10 mins to PIA/BIS schools. Includes pool cleaning, very quiet location. Only B45,000 per month. Long term. Call 086 279 6283

Luxury Condo Rent/Sale: Luxury Condo Rent/Sale Phuket Villa Patong Beach beside Jungceylon. Fully furnished 43sqm on the 6th floor with balcony, bedroom, living room, kitchen, cable & internet, pool, gym, laundry. Rent Long Term B30,000. Contact Nus 081 893 2330, seadream@loxinfo.co.th

3 B e d H o u s e Te r m Fu n Cherng taly: Main bed & sitting room both air con, large kitchen. Newly renovated. Part furnished. 10 minutes. from Laguna, 15 minutes. from Surin Beach. 12,000 per month, minimum 12 months. 087 272 5250. phetmeekha@ yahoo.com.

5 Rai raw land behind ACG clubhouse on long lease for compatible sporting facility. alan@acgphuket.com.

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GOLF VILL A @ Loch Palm: 3 bed 3 Bath fully furnished villa. Large living room, kitchen & laundry. Overlooking 8th hole tee. Plunge Pool, gym & leisure centre (lochpalm.com). AVAILABLE: 01 November 2013, from 55,000B per calendar month, min 12 months. Call 085 894 2268 or timshaw@ bigpond.com.

Luxury 3 Bedroom Pool Villa: Located 4 km from Layan Beach, just outside Laguna, this new villa is available for long term rent. www.baanboosakorn.com

Seaview Pool Villa for Rent:

3 Bedroom House for rent: ACG Cricket Ground:

million, 2 minutes walk to beach, big balcony and sunset view, 180 sqm, 2 ensuite bedrooms, big living space. PhuketAREA.com, search V146.

Beautiful Villa 550sqm. Land 2,400 sqm. with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, maid's room, laundry room, home office, Western kitchen. Large mature garden, garage for 2 cars Price B32 million. Call 081 978 5181. www. myrawaivilla.com

2 Bed villa with lovely garden, koi pond, pool with sala/ 3rd bed and seaview. Fully furnished, True visions on 42" screen, WiFi, new ACs. Private, quiet area but near all amenities. Call 086 279 6283.

Kathu Anuphas Golf Ville, fully furnished, 15 min to Patong, 15 min to Phuket Town, 20 min to Intern. School. THB 30,000/month long term. Available immediately. Contact 087 892 6899.

Luxury Private Villa - 48 MB: A stunning villa sits on 1.8 rai in prime location of Kathu, only 5-10 mins to major shopping centres, Phuket Town, 4 golf courses and 15 mins to Patong. Comprising large main residence living/dining area, fitted kitchen, 3 ensuite bedrooms. Separate office or maids’ quarters. Within the grounds full size bar/ games room also separate apartment with modern kitchen, large living area and 2 ensuite bedrooms and 1 toilet. Within the beautifully landscaped grounds is a large swimming pool and much more. Secured by CCTV alarm system and electronically controlled gates. This villa has to be viewed to be appreciated. To view online visit www.youtube. com type in “big house in Phuket” Viewing by appointment only CALL NOW 084 -293 -7923 (Thai/Eng) 081-854-0061 (Eng) Email: mrgeoffcurry@yahoo.com.

Bougainvillea Pool Villa Phuket: Discover the happiness of living the way a local Phuketian does in a highly pleasurable, private atmosphere close to Bang-Tao beach. Create wonderful memories in these modern Sino-Portuguese villas. More details at bougainvilleaphuket.com, facebook.com/BougainvilleaPhuket.

In Karon: Lease or sale, commercial building, intersection corner location, highly visible, emerging area. call Dan 084 841 7339. Luxury Bangla Road: 60 SQM. Absolute Bangla Suites for sale with 2 MB discount. Roof top Bar Restaurant, swimming pool. 3min to beach and Jungceylon. 1 min from nightlife.Quiet Apart. www.southernfriedrice.com.

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Panwa. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 living room, kitchen and dining room for 8-12 people, outdoor relaxroom for sunset meetings (no pool, in repair) and 2-rooms condo. See phuketbeach living.com.

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Land & House for sale: 2.5 rai (N.S.-3 K document) near Kathu waterfall. 2 houses, 1 small house & 2 pools, big garage. 3 way Entrance. B28 million. Call 081 893 0540, 076 385 775 email: anong540@hotmail.com.

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units fully furnished, parking fully fitted teak kitchens. Granite tops Western baths, sat.TV&internet included. Masterbed with ensuite bath starting 20,000/m longterm. No party people. 084 840 1262, north8east98@yahoo. com.

Villa in Cherng Talay:

This beautiful 2 storey villa has wrap around balconies, 5 bed, 5 bath, swimming pool, office and child play area, movie room, dining room for 8, maids room and laundry, Sala. Internal area: 472 sq. m. Total area: 1,920 sq. m. Call 081 892 0534.

Luxury brand new villa, fully furnished and ready to move in, 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with infinity 10 metre long swimming pool and truly beautiful sea view. Located in a small development, only 50 metres from the sea and 3 mins from Ao Po Grand Marina. For sale B19.9 million or for long term rent B150,000 per month. Call 081 343 0777, email: montha_phuket@yahoo.com.

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Refreshing 2BDs Phuket Town: Newly built apartment of 72 sqm. For rent, colorful and boutique design in Phuket Town. Fully furnished, kitchenette. Good location, Mae-Laun Road. Call Zhu at 089 668 3639; zhunaumann@gmail.com, see Baan PhitakTaweep-phuket.com.

Charming 4 Bed. House for Sale: Full privacy. Great for families. 5km east from Heroines Monument. Photos available. THB 4.5 mill. Contact Lin (+66) 081 892 2419, linphuket@ gmail.com.

INCLUDE NOVOSTI PHUKETA PHUKET’S ONLY RUSSIAN NEWSPAPER (FREE TRANSLATION TO RUSSIAN) B1,699+VAT.

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Luxury Villa for Rent: Magnificent 4 bedroom pool villa on the west coast of Phuket, above prestigious Kata Beach. Exceptional opulence throughout. Long & short term rental. Enquiries on 087 283 8884 or 080 690 5248.

Three floor villa for sale: Brand new three floor villa on Phuket, near Villa Market. Glass elevator, swimming pool, ocean view. 700 sq. m. Freehold contract available. Current price: 13m THB. Please call Alexander 080 521 0736.

Private House For SALE - 21MB: An outstanding home in the perfect location of KATHU on 162 sq.wa. This 2-storey property has a well proportioned living/ dining area with access to a large outside area by the pool for entertaining. The kitchen is fully fitted, 3 large bedrooms are all ensuites plus a separate office. The property is 85% furnished and within 5-10 mins to major shopping centers, Phuket Town, 4 golf courses and 15 mins to Patong. Secured with an electronically controlled gate and fully alarmed. To view online visit www. youtube.com type in “pool house in Phuket” Viewing by appointment only CALL NOW 08 4 -293 -7923 (Thai/Eng.) 081-854-0061 (Eng.) Email: mrgeoffcurry@yahoo.com.

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PROPERTY FOR SALE CONT. RPM Marina Condo:

3 Bed Pool Villa Pa Khlok: House and Business for sale: 3 storey, 5 bedrooms, good

Freehold Condo For Sale:

45 Sq.m Freehold. 2 balconies (great view). 1 bedroom. 1 livingroom. 2 air conditioners. Full furniture. Internet. Cable TV. Laundry. Fresh market. Swimming pool. Gym. Restaurant. Call 080 040 9077.

location, off road parking, busy road. Contact Thai 084 630 6920, English 082 534 7410, jeedyvcd@hotmail.com, davidweath@yahoo.com.

3 Beds, 2 Bath 6x3m pool. Full aircon and funishings. Ready for occupation and rental. Secure estate, private parking. 6km from Heroines monument. Close to PIA, BCS and shops. 081 737 0722.

Outstanding investment Lanta: Outstanding investment op-

portunity! 7 studio apartments within beach front development. All 7 apartments, being offered at a discounted price to a total of 18 million baht for all of them. Call: 089 83 98 255. Email: info@lantaestate.net

Sales Down Payment Dcondo Mine: 7th floor. with

pool & lake view. Fully furnished, near Kajonkiet International School, Tesco Lotus, Big C. 10 mins to Patong. Move in Mar 2014. Only B99k. Contact: 081 694 4144, 081 307 7247, email: suthipow@yahoo.com

Patong Free Hold Condo:

Studio condo on 4th floor 50s/m. Huge swimming pool, beautiful gardens, completly renovated new tiles, light, painting, new furniture, kitchen, shower and toilet. B2.5 million, Eng 085 471 9246, Thai 087 621 3405.

Sea View Off Plan Condominiums: 65m2 Condominium. 1

Bedroom, 1 En Suite Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Pool, Large Balcony and Terrace Space, Parking. Excellent investment opportunity. www.propertyforsalephuket.co.uk.

bedrooms with bathrooms in tastefully re-decorated bungalow set in mature garden plot of 550m2 within secure development for ownership and/or investment. B15.5 million. Email: irynain@gmail.com.

Luxury Villa in Chalong: Per-

2 lots on island-beachfront (bungalow-/housing-estate) and 1 big mainland-mountain property all in very quiet, safe, well maintained locations near Krabi. 089 291 4671.

When only the best will do!!!!4 bed/pool villa in Phukets best kept gated community.410 sq.mtr villa.812 sq.mtr land. Overlooking lagoon.Beautiful.Ph: 089 652 1951.or thailandmls@gmail.com.

Nai Harn Baan Bua:

office near Academy for sale, 280 sq metres, Chanote title, 2 beds 3 baths, nature mountain view. Main street, multiple entrances and exits. 10 minutes to Airport. Only B4.95 million. Call: 086 948 2294.

lage, Pa Khlok, 2 flrs, 3 beds, 2 shower rms, kitchen, living & dining area, garden, car park, 2 aircons, unstair curtains, 1 furnished bedroom. 3.8MB Contact Kirana 088 760 6083.

Rai is 2.5 MB, total 3 Rai of Land, Mountain View, Chanote, 3 Mins drive to Thanyapura/PIA School, 15 Mins to Airport. Contact Marisa 084 305 6667 or marisar1978@ hotmail.com.

+ Study or 4 BDR, 4 bathroom, maidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quarters, full AC + hot water, pool, 2 car garage, western kitchen + extra storage. A must see. Was B21million reduced to B17million including Laguna family golf membership. Call 081 737 5001.

N ew Condo Kat hu For Sale/Rent: Sansiri D Condo Villa with Pool for Sale: Free250m road frontage near Bypass: 16 rai next to Phumundra,

Rawai Great Buying: Lovely

note for sale, concrete access road, Land plot, electric & facilities ready to build your home. Direct contact Thai owner K.Dallas (Poy) 089 472 9870 or dchaibut@gmail.com.

Stunning Town Home: 3 BDR

flrs.Can make business ground floor. Huge 2nd floor fully furnished as 2 bed apartment with private bathrooms. Includes furniture. Big kitchen and living area. 084 189 7696.

THB 26,000,000. Only 300 m. from Kata Beach. 236.25 sqm. 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. For more information call K.Chavarin 089 911 8833/081 866 9253 or email: wkongkeaw@hotmail.com

behind Premium Outlet. 250m road frontage, 300m deep. Sloping upwards, starting at 15m and ending at 65m above sea level. 6M/rai. Contact owner direct at 081 893 6630.

hold 3/4 Bedroom Villa. 3 Air Con. 4k. to Ao Makarm Beach. 10x5m pool with 4th bedroom / office on other side. Plot size 104Sq Wah. 416Sqm. Reasonable offers. Call 089 831 4703/084 304 6723.

Kathu, Fully furnished Studio Sale 1.15M on 6th Floor, good facilities with fitness gym and large swimming pool. Only 5 minute to Patong, Lotus, Big C, Central. 086 1058 144.

house with 2 bedrooms or separate SC flat downstairs.Well ventilated with natural light in pristine condition.Distant sea views.4,995,000 Baht. 089 652 1951 or thailandmls@ gmail.com.

fully furnished with teakwood furniture, ready to move in. 240 sqm. 4 bed 4 bath, close to Kathu waterfall and market. Near Loch Palms, major stores, BIS and KIS. B45,000 per month. Call Oranwan 086 883 3169.

Af fordable 3 Bedroom House: Single floor, 3 bedroom,

Rawai Soi Saliga Land for Sale: Land for sale, Soi Saliga Rawai - 1 rai plus 81 T/W. Telephone 089 645 5049.

2 Pool Villas next to PIA:

fullly furnished with Chanote title, mini office 4x4, living room, European kitchen, CCTV, internet, garden. Permsap Villa Manik, 436sqm. 15min from airport. B6.8 million. Call 089 871 4172.

3 Gorgeous Lots, Clean Titles: For sale or long lease.

Two shophouse for lease in Patong: Low Rent! 2 Shophouse - 2

New house for sale: At Siri Vil-

1 Rai Land QUICK Sale in Rawai: Beautiful land with Cha-

Land Close to Thanyapura/PIA: Half Rai 1.3MB, 1

Home Office Near Thanyapura: New 2-storey home

Singl e Hou se Sp e ci al Price Rent/Sale: Nice house

Freehold house for sale in estate in Cherng Talay. Land 735m2, floor area 230m2, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Many upgrades incl new carpor t included. Price B11 million. Call 083 509 8797 for info or viewing.

home at the Boat Lagoon for sale. Rented out long term at B570,000 per year. 3 bed/4 bath, 2 balconies, terrace at canal, 6 m berth in front of house. 250 sqm living space. Top condition. Luxury finishings. Brokers welcome. B9.9 million. 086 747 9292 (English) or 081 970 5204 (Thai/English).

Laguna/Layan Beach Luxury 13M Salt-Water Pool Villa For Sale (Or Rent): Three large

fect condition, 660 sqm on 3 levels, 1,600 sqm land, 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, swimming pool 12.5m x 6m with jacuzzi, large sala, double garage. Top quality construction. Reduced price: B25.5 million www.tamata-phuket.com crishausb@hotmail.com. 086 271 3260 or 086 273 4149.

Building 3 storey for sale:

Urgent-3 Bedroom House for sale: 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 4 aircon,

Investment Proper t y for sale!: New, modern waterfront townPatong Condo for sale: A nice foreign freehold condominium for sale in Patong is located in a recently complete development of one & two bedrooms condominiums. Located on the fourth floor of a total of five. 080 052 8082.

Business for Sale: Located in

a prime area just 50 metres from the north end of Patong Beach (close to Graceland Hotel & the roundabout on beachroad) there are two commercial townhouse buildings incorporated into this sale. They are on offer on a freehold basis which comes complete with a Chanote land title deed. The two 3 storey buildings sits on land measuring over 30 sq.wah. This prime real estate has been prepared for total refurbishment and is a perfect business investments for a property developer for resell potential or a business person who wants the freedom to create their own business design concept. Plans have been drawn-up to develop the property into either a 8 room or a 14 room guesthouse/apartments. 081 893 2330.

Modern open living villa has it all, fully furnished, private secure estate close to beach. Enjoy the private salt water pool and undercover parking, 3 large bedrooms freehold investment. 081 719 4688.

Two Bungalows in Chalong.2-3 bedr o o m s .C l o s e t o a l l a m e n i t i e s . One has room for a pool,the other is like a rain forest. From only 2,300,000 Baht.Ph:089 652 1951. Email: thailandmls@gmail.com.

Budget Bungalows:

Urg e n t 2 N ew A p a r tments For Sale: Because

of divorce URGENT RE-SALE 2 brand new apartments. Welcome real buyers No agents. Call on +66 (0) 87 269 2274, Chrismar.

Freehold House for sale:

Beautiful Karon Villa:

Single House For Sale:

In soi jaofah 73 (before phunaka golf club) Land area 2 Ngan 92 sqwah, Usable area 450 sqm. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, swimming pool, room for maid. Sale: 12.9 million baht. Tel. 081-4761640(Eng) 081-8923709(Thai)

Luxury 3 beds 3 baths stunning condo. 179 SQM. Foreign freehold. Views to sea, marina, lake and mountains. 2 balconies. B16.9 million. Call: 082 493 8526. Email: flakes010@hotmail.com

Ready to move in, villa 1 on 1,100 sqm. land, for sale B15.9 mil and villa 2 on 2,200 sqm. land, for sale B19.9 mil. Brand new, each with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 12 metre swimming pool, guest bungalow with 1 bedroom 1 bathroom. Perfectly located in a development with underground electricity and security, only 800 metres from Mission Hills golf course, less than 10 mins to airpor t, Phuket International Academy and Ao Por Grand Marina. Call 081 343 0777. Email: montha_phuket@yahoo.com.

Seaview Land Patong: Two parcels of superior land 11 rai. Inc seaview. Main road frontage. Ideal for resor t or condominiums. B150 M . N e g o t i a b l e . ( T h a i ) 0 81 3 7 0 8114 or (Ger) 081 892 1108. Email: davidgem98@hotmail.com.

kitchen/dining area, living room, 2 toilets/showers. Aircon in each bedroom. Water tank+pump. External covered area. Chanote title: 256 sqm Quiet developed village near Heroines Monument B3.2 million. Call 087 276 0529 .

Seaview Townhouse Patong: Bet ween the c it y and

Chanote title at Cherng Talay / Pasak7 (Phuket - Surin Beach area) Phone 090 487 8084. Email: utaipan@yahoo.com.

Land Plot for Sale:

the jungle at the northern edge of Patong. 70m alt. 10mn walk to the beach. 4 storey + 290 sqm, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 toilet. 4 aircon, partly furnished. Email: andamanhills@gmail.com.

Land & House Park, Chalong: Villa for sale, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Kitchen, 1 Living room, Fully furnished and equipped, Garden 240 SQM. B6.8 M Tel. 083 394 4536(Eng) /084 443 5389(Thai/Eng) flaviofurlanis@yahoo.it.

Guesthouse for Lease in Patong: 12 rooms, good location Nanai Road.9 year lease: very low rent,strong starting, easy to manage and good return on investment. Price 1MLN. Take this opportunity. Thamad17@yahoo. com. 089 728 4005.

Rawai Seaview Condo for sale: Seaview condo, freehold, 2

bedroom, 2 bathroom, 120sqm. B7.8 million, fully furnished. For more pictures and information please contact: adrian_troy@yahoo.com

Patong Apartment Reduced Price: Condo 4 years old. Swimming

pool, security 24/7, cafeteria. Studio 46sqm fully furnished. Freehold for foreigners. Price: 2.6MLN. Urgent sale, no agent. Tel: 089 728 4005. Email: thamad17@yahoo.com.

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com PROPERTY FOR SALE CONT. Cheapest Seaview land for Sale: Panorama view of sea view

Luxury 3 Bed Villa For Sale:

This luxury three bedroom home is located in a secure estate with security and office. It is only five minutes from Bangtao Beach and Laguna Phuket including the Laguna Phuket Golf Club and 20 minutes from Blue Canyon Country Club and Phuket International Airport. The villa comes fully furnished with luxury leather lounge suites and quality furniture, all bedding, kitchen utensils and cooking facilities. For details and inspection, see www. phuketselect.com or contact graham@ phuketselect.com or call 081 897 0225.

golf course view mountain view land for sale. Near Mission Hills Golf course. 6 rai chanote title. B3 million per rai. 087 675 9555, email: pee_bang56@ hotmail.com.

Mission Heights: Land area 500m2, House area 164m2. 3 bed, 4 bath, fully furnished, aircon in all rooms, fans, Internet, satellite TV, swimming pool, independent water supply wells. Finish work December 2012. B8.5 million. Call 088 838 3242.

House for Sale - Chalong:

Quiet stand alone villa, 3 bed, 2 - 5 star baths, 5 aircon, full furn, garden dining lush green, 50 Wah, quality new paint, excellent condition, B3.5 mil lion, f irm. Contact: peterb@inter globalau.com, 084 843 3492.

Beach Land on Koh Yao Yai: 6.26 rai direct beachfront, power, water, road, unobstructed views, chanote title, white sand, peaceful. Only 5.8 mil baht per rai. Doesn't get much better than this! Beautiful beach land. 081 649 3557.

Pool Villa Rawai: 4 Bedroom/ 4 Bathroom European style single storey house with self contained guest house and pool in Rawai on 736m2 plot. Large master bedroom with en-suite, walk in wardrobe. Modern western style kitchen with granite tops, built-ins throughout. Established 7 years. Plenty of outdoor living area with several verandahs and under cover car park, air-conditioning in all bedrooms and lounge. Situated about 2km from Chalong circle in a quiet lane 1km from Viset Road. House & Guest house 180 sqm Land area 736sqm (184TW). 3 bedrooms Master ensuite, 4 Bathrooms 7x3.5m salt water pool. Electric gate. Well water. Concrete road access. Call 087 891 9349.

fully furnished. 4 bathrooms, 12m long pool, 5 min. by car to PIA, situated between Naithon and Naiyang beaches. Longterm rent B80,000 include maid and gardener service. Call 08 0 143 529 4, email: alain terrat@hotmail.com.

House on The Corner for Sale: Quiet location and only 500m

from the main road. Thepkrasattri, Heroines Monument. 70sqw x 280sqm, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, big living room with open - plan kitchen (9x9m), 1 separated kitchen, carpark for 3 cars and a small storehouse, 2 aircons, cable TV, 1 phone line TT&T. Price: B2,995,000 including furniture. Must see! Email: jochenschmitz16@gmail.com. Call 081 607 8000.

New House for Sales low price than Project, Phanason Villages at Bang Joe for 50 Sqm, 3bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Free contract. Contact: 089 729 9503.

New House for Sales: Luxur y Villa 3 Bedroom Pool for Rent: New villa 320sqm

The Aqua pool villa-sales/ rent: In Land & House Park Phuket

3 & 4 Bed Pool Villas:

Laguna/Layan. Luxury private pool villas in secure development. Available now. All beds ensuite. Fully furnished. Rental programme available. B12-20 million. Contact owner: 085 549 7110.

25 year lease for sale. Well situated in fast developing and sought after area close to Laguna. Some fixed rent applies. Contact 087 884 0644 for more info.

2 Rai, Cherngtalay:

400m from Naiyang Beach. 3 Rai 1 Tarangwah. 6.5MB per Rai. Call 087 091 8331 or email chiangmaibeltrade@hotmail. com for more information.

Land for Sale:

3 Bdrm House for sale Thalang: House for sale. 3 bed and 2

(Manthana Zone) Land area = 440 sqm. Home area = 300 sqm. 3 bedrooms 4 bathrooms 1 living room and kitchen 1 swimming pool (3m*10m) out door jacuzzi and pavilion Sales: from 11-12.8MB. Rent: from 85,000 120,000 B/Month. 088 751 2389.

baths, large living and dining room, 4 X aircons, 2 X car ports and garage. House 7 yrs 1 owner , well maintained with 135sqm living area. Land Chanote 92tw. 3.5MB 081 737 3116.

Resort for Sale: Resort 2 rai, with

chanote. 22 double villas with kitchens, large pool and big coconut garden with own well. Restaurant and bar with satellite TV and Adsl. Opened for 15 years, with lots of repeat customers, parking, quiet. 086 940 1860.

Beachfront Building - Lanta:

Urgent Sales! Beach front 2 Commercial buildings (3 storeys), 14 bedrooms, 16 bathrooms Klong Dow beach, Koh Lanta - Krabi. Contact owner directly - negotiable price: 081 270 8622, 084 841 5635.

Seaview Land For Sale: Land located right in the heart of Chalong with panorama view of Chalong pier. Close to a number of sandy beaches; Naihan Rawai Kata and Karon. Easy access to major depar tment stores. Surrounded by public facilities including education institutes and hospitals. You will benefit from a perfect location that's rapidly increasing in value. 3 rai and 1 Ngan with Chanote title. Call 087 278 7206, 089 215 50 41 e -mail: kubesjoy@ hotmail.com.

Khao Sok, 25+ rai, B400,000 per rai: 25 rai, 3 ngan in Khao Sok,

Klong Sok district. B400,000 per rai. Close to Khao Sok National Park entrance. PNSS3 title, to be upgraded to Chanote soon. Phone 081 693 2759.

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Beautiful home in Phuket 4.99MB: Spacious open plan home

3 Rai Chanote Mangosteen Land: Beautiful square land plot next to Mangosteen Resort, 3-0-38 Rai, Chanote title, light slope, great access to Soi Saiyuan, show villa can be completed, ideal for villa or condo development. 081 536 5846.

Sea-View Chalong-Residence: Dream pool villa with 5

bedrooms all with ensuite on 1 rai of land. Big hall, office, maidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room. Brand-new construction opposite Wat Chalong on the way up to the hill. A huge 685 sq.m of living area, fully furnished. Modern Europeandesigned kitchen. Big sea view pool terraces incl sala and attractive bar area. Security alarm system. Selling price on request. By owner directly. Call 085 654 4011 or 089 404 0737. Email: schulz.th@gmx.de.

- 4 bedrooms, granite top kitchen, outdoor seating, 100â&#x20AC;? home cinema, LED Lighting system, TVs, LAN & Audio every room, alarm,3 phase electric. Call: Ben 086 266 2786.

Sell 1.1MB, Full ownership foreverbeyond the financing plan of 10 years. Rent 9,000B/Month. Studio room renovated with furniture. A/C, WiFi, kitchen, 200m to beach. 084 242 8914. Rawai4@yahoo.com.

Beautiful Karon Villa: Stunning, safe, secure estate villa, close to beach, crystal clear salt water pool, 3 large bed, modern open living, fully furnished, freehold, everything done. 13.9MB. 081 719 4688.

House for sale near Loch Palm: Three bedroom pool villa

2 Storeys single house in Rock Garden 5 Village - By Pass Road. Near town, quiet and safe. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & housekeeper's room. 2 cars parking. Nice English & German neighbours. Call 089 159 3239.

Price Reduced, 4beds Villa:

Comfortable 4 bedrooms villa, plus maid room. Approx. 450Sq.M building, corner plot, energy saving, management service available for investor. Located in secured gate community, near British International school. info@ mindproperties.net.

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE

Beautiful, modern Condos/Apartments, furnished, best/quiet locations, garden, s-pool, from 36-67sq metre, sea-city-mountain views, from B2,375. Call 087 819 2162 or caltirol@hotmail.com.

INFO: 081 788 8280. EMAIL; thewhite housekata @gmail. com.

Free Hold Condo For Sale: Patong Tower for Sale:

Sea View Land for Sale: Ao Makham. 5.5 rai, B10 million per rai. Contact Siriporn 089 649 9939, email: siri_phuket@changrunner.com

Villa and farmland for sale:

A big beautiful house with 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, fully furnished. Located in stunning panoramic hilltop scenery in Takuapa, Phang Nga, covering an area of 127 rai. Surrounded by fertile farmland with fruit trees. Price 132MB. Contact K. Peerawat: 084 308 8484. Email: peerawat200@hot mail.com

in Kathu close to international schools. Views over Loch Palm. All bedrooms with aircon and ensuite bathrooms. Two car garage and secluded garden. Chanote title. Call 084 844 0991

PATONG condos for sale:

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE LUXURY 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT 60 SQM. PRICE B2,700,000. LEASEHOLD. INFO: 084 843 8720. E M A I L; t h e w h i t e housekata@gmail. com.

Sales - House near By Pass:

next to the new tourist attraction in Mai Khao. Perfect for investment in future like shops, guesthouse. Please email for mobile number and more details. ohmidzi@gmail.com.

LUXURY 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT 60 SQM. PRICE B3,400,000. LEASEHOLD. INCLUDE FURNISHINGS.

Rawai Condo Sale/Rent:

Mai Khao Prime Location Land: I will sell my piece of land

12 Rai Chanote to sell: One of the last pieces of beautiful sea view land between Ao Makham and Ao Yon Road. Infrastructure done B210 million. Call 081 917 0377, 10am-5pm.

Sea View Off Plan Condominiums: 65m2 Condominium. 1

Bedroom, 1 en suite bathroom, living room, kitchen, pool, large balcony and terrace space, parking. Excellent investment opportunity. See property forsalephuket.co.uk.

And for rent. Sea view and mountain views. Freehold from 64 to 448 sq metres. Phone no: 080 692 6114. Email: orsoreal estate@hotmail.com.

43 Sq. Free hold. 1 balcony (Great view). 1 bed room. 1 living room. 2 air conditioners. Full furniture. Internet. Swimming pool. Gym.Automated door lock and key card. Call 080 040 9077.

For Sale Rawai Beach Special Twin Villa. 4 suites/studios, 4 bathrooms, pool, large terrace, small garden, living space 400 sqm. Include luxury furnishing Price B8.5 mllion. SMS for info: 081 788 8280 Email: thewhitehousekata@gmail.com For Russian contact Oxana 080 529 0726 or Email: phuket.lux@gmail.com

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House in Phuket Town / Samkong 3 bedroom, 3 bathrooms Semi detached house with large 3 bedrooms , 3 bathrooms, large open living/dining area

Beautiful Naiharn Pool Villa: Modern Family House for sale: Beautiful 3 bedrooms villa in New Luxury Villa For Sale: 3 Luxurious Golf Villa @ Laguna Village: MUST BE SOLD ! Surplus to family invest needs. 3-bed, plus maid's qtrs. This home has been lovingly cared for. Leasehold/freehold. BVI status. POA. Ph 082 810 4184, phuketres@gmail.com

bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, private swimming pool (12 metre). House area of 600 sq.m., land 1.5 rai (2400 sq metre). Located on the shore of the ocean on the Koh Kho Khao. Email: larion2555@ gmail.com.

Rawai. 160sqm indoor. 400sqm outdoor. Shared swimming pool. Modern villa renovated in 2011-2012. Fully furnished. For more info: phuketvilla jasmine@gmail.com

and entertainment deck outside.

Secure private hillside by Naiharn Beach. Quality furnished throughout. 3 big bedrooms, office, 4 baths, 230 sm plus carport etc. 1050 sm land. New condition. 15x4.6 m pool. Freehold. Nice. Only 17MB. Contact 089 727 5407, villa-sale-phuket.com.

Large western kitchen with all appliances . Great area very conveniently located 5 minutes from all amenities including both international hospitals, Central festival, International schools and the centre of town. Selling due to relocation.

Apartment on Golf Course: Surin Beach Office For Sale: Prime location sales office/ Hot Price Sale-PuriAnda Villas: New Pool Villa in Rawai 2 Bed/3 Bath, Built-In & Partial fur. Private pool & jacuzzi, sala, 500 m.to beach Price 7.9 mil.Baht with Chanote title Tel.081 691 3029, E: kris.silanachai@ yahoo.com.

Mansion in Town for Sale:

359.7 sq. 43 rooms. 15 air-conditioners, 28 fans. balcony, hi-speed internet, parking, CCTV and sentry box. In & out with finger scan. Near shopping centre. B32 million. Call: 090 167 9816 (Eng), 086 300 5052(Thai).

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE 2 BEDROOMS LUXE APARTMENT 135 SQM. P R I C E B 7, 9 0 0 , 0 0 0 . LEASEHOLD. INFO: 084 843 8720. EMAIL; thewhitehouse kata@gmail.com.

Sea-View Contemporary Pool Villla: Located near Phuket

Seaview 1 BDRM New Condo Patong: Stunning seaview,

Donsak Beachfront Land 3 Rai: 67 metres absolute beach

frontage, fully infrastructured, ready to build. Close to ferry going to Koh Samui. Chanote title. 4.5 MB for all. Email: nhoj0512@hotmail.com.

shop. Internal 144 m2, back garden 60 m2, 4 car parks, kitchen, internet, phone/ fax, TV, 5 AC. 6 yrs lease then 3 years rolling, rent B35,000, sale B1.5 million. Call 085 060 0033.

Double your money in 5 years!: New Year special promotion: Studio in brand new, world class, eastcoast development. Never seen on Phuket; amazing luxury at real prices. Call 080 882 1377, email: beachpro jects1@gmail.com.

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE LUXURY 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT 60 SQM. PRICE B2,900,000. LEASEHOLD. INFO: 084 843 8720. EMAIL; thewhite housekata@gmail.com.

Golf View, Kathu. Tastefully renovated large (83m2) apar tment in Phuket Country Club. Golf view. 1 bed but easily converted to 2. Store, large Western kitchen and all furniture included. Ideal (holiday) home. Contact 081 273 7326, Email: keith marshall747@gmail.com.

Priced to sell at B4.3M including 4 air cons. and all modern style furniture. Nothing more to spend. Contact (English): 084 768 0536 or (Thai): 085 888 0502.

city view 1 bdrm condo on hill 500m from Patong beach. Fitness centre, roof top pool, security, car park, freehold. Only B4,400,000. Keith 084 628 3430, keithb025@gmail.com.

town. L and: 8 5 5 sq.m. H ouse: 650sq.m. Furnished. 3 beds, 2 offices, 2 staff quarters, 1 free room. 2 car parks. Price B54.9 mill.Tel: 081 895 3628 E-mail: jin_koy@ yahoo.com.

Freehold 2 BR in Kathu: Newly

renovated & decorated, Large living room, fully furnished, shower & jacuzzi, Mature gardens with waterfall, Security. Because of sickness NOW REDUCED to 3MB. Call: 087 877 2320, 084 854 9889.

Reduced for Quick Sale:

Studio condo at The Point near Lotus, Big C, Central. Fully furnished. Great views 6th floor. Cost B2.8M. Reduced to B2.25M. Call 087 889 3838 or 081 370 8114. Email: davidgem98@hotmail.com

Amazing 3 Bedroom Villa With Swimming Pool: Guarded

compound Kokyang Estate Phase II, 3 min to Nai Harn beach, modern interior design, garage, developed infrastructure. For more information: phuketbuyhouse.com/1644. Call Elena 084 305 0634.

Sea View Land for Sale:

Ao-Yon, 13.5 rai, chanode title.10m/ rai.Call Siri 089 649 9939, email: siri_phuket@changrunner.com.

Condo At The Heights, Kata: Immaculate 2-bed foreign-

freehold unit in award-winning project. 195 sqm, sea view, near gym & pool. Quality furnishing throughout. Designer kitchen with utility-store. phuket.pn@gmail.com.

Urgent 6.1 Rai Land for Sale: 6.1 rai (10,000sq metre). - 5

minutes to Naithon Beach. 10 minutes to Naiyang Beach. 10 minutes to Airport. 7 minutes to New Tesco Lotus. - Roadside land and Chanote title. Call 085 793 2718.

N i c e H o u s e + Po o l Fo r Sale: House with pool for sale at

Land & House area 119 sqm. Sale for B13,000,000. Contact 086 036 3944 and 086 282 7457 Khun Touch.

Furnished House for Sale Phuket Villa 5: 3 bedroom 4 plots (3 connecting, 1 separate) 1km north of Airport, along the road to MaiKhao Beach. Sea view towards south east. NorSor3Gor. 4.5 Rai in total. B4 million per Rai. Contact owner: 081 893 6630.

SeaView near Airport: Patong Bangla Building for Sale: B28 million, Chanote, 4

floors 6m x 14m. 1st & 2nd tenanted. Flr 3-staff accom, bath, kitchen. Separate office with access to lower floor. 4th flr private penthouse one bed. 087 881 7600.

furnished house near Kajonkiet School. Secure area, Cul De Sac. Nic e gardens, t wo bathrooms. B3.5M negotiable. Call 081 370 8114 (Thai) 087 889 3838 (Eng), email:davidgem98@hotmail.com.

Beaut iful L and L aguna Cherngtalay: Chanote title, yellow

1.5 Rai Private Land Cape Yamu: 1.5 Rai flat land at Cape

Yamu. 2 x 0.75 Rai adjoining plots. OrBorTor road access to quiet end of soi location. Sale direct from the owner. B3.75 Million per rai negotiable. Call 081 087 9237.

zoned, safe area. Nearly 4 rai, direct from owner. Subdivided in 6 plots each ca. 1,000sqm. ready to build. Only 6.75 MB per rai.

Royal Kamala Condo-Sale & Rent: In Kamala. Freehold 1, 2, 3 Bedroom apartment with kitchen, living room, balcony, swimming pool, fitness, security guard, parking. Ready to move. 085-368-3009, salesdirector@ royalkamala.com

Land for Sale Cherngtalay: Pool villa for sale or rent: Nai Harn / Rawai, Balinese Pool Villa, 2 years old, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, price reduced for quick sale. Please call our agent 082 420 70 52 or send email to stayonphuket@yahoo.com.

Balinese Pool Villa:

Happy Home Apartment for sale: Nice apartment, fully

furnished at Rawai. The apar tment is set in a private compound with pool. It is located only 5 minutes from beach and convenient to Phuket Town. Only B15 million. Tel: 081 893 2165 www.happyho meapartmentphuket.webiz.co.th.

Allamanda (Laguna) Residences/Phuket Sale/Rent:

One condo unit, half of a deluxe twin house, fully furnished and equipped, set direct on the picturesque lagoon with balcony right over it. 3 bedrooms each with shower/bathroom, roof terrace. Long term rent or sale. 090 487 8084, utaipan@yahoo.com.

For sale: Spac ious one bed room apar tment with ocean view, nor th of Patong. Floor area 96m2 internal and 72m2 terrace including water feature with sala and jacuz zi. Per fect bachelor pad with rental income. Email for info: bart duykers@mac.com.

Hillside setting. Luxurious 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom pool villa for sale or rent. Sale 20M Baht. Rent Low season Daily 6k, Weekly 36k, Monthly 80k. High season Daily 7k, Weekly 42k, Monthly 100k. One complete year 85k per month. Call 087 078 6379.

Beautiful 2,400sqm (1.5RAI) Chanote titled land plot in Pasak 8, located on the highest point of a gentle slope. Quiet and safe area. Only 8.5MB. Agents welcome. Phuketlandvilla@ hotmail.com, 089 875 9609.

206.4 sqm, Chanote title in Phanason residence(next to Makro). 1 min to Central festival, 5 min to town. Call 084 061 4314, 076 393 965.

Land for sale:

Land At Kathu For Sale: Only

15 min to Patong and only 10 min to Phuket Town, located at Kathu, total 141 sqw or 564 sqm with ready public utility. Call 081 892 0610, 081 472 0770, tan_ohio@hotmail.com.

Beaut iful L and L aguna Cherngtalay: Chanote title, yel-

low zoned, safe area. Nearly 4 rai, direct from owner. Subdivided in 6 plots each ca. 1,000sqm. ready to build. Only B6.75 million per rai. Call 081 367 7683, chanchira.panpaen@googlemail.com.

Rawai Beachfront Pool Villa for Rent/Sale: Rawai

Beach front pool villa for sale. 3 bedrooms, furnished. Contact Siriporn on 089 649 9939.

Kamala 3 bed pool villa reduced: Expat owner must sell, Beautiful home on 1 rai 1 ngan 66 sq.w. chanote 24.5 MB. Mountain views. Best buy in Kamala. Tel: 086 269 5108 eng, 080 744 7625 thai, email: brown_m_ken@yahoo.com.au

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RPM Owner Direct Luxury Four Bed House In Laguna

Unique luxury condo 2 bed, 2 bath, 155sqm. Foreign FREE HOLD. Recent architect remodel. New Jacuzzi. Views to lake, mountain, marina, pool etc. Completely furnished to very high standard. Motivated owner leaving.

Wonderful 4 bed house over looking the lake & Golf course in Laguna. Sale: Reduced to: 32.7 M / Rent: 170,000 P/M. Call Mick: 0848186045 Email: mr.mickb@yahoo.com or www. silkwind.net.

Reduced by 600,000B. ONLY 16.9MB.

Contact Brian (Owner) 089 054 4354, +632 906 435 7146, Alan 087 999 6174, bggvirgo@gmail.com. See RoyalPhuketMarinaCondos.com for complete details.

PROPERTY FOR SALE CONT. 2 Bed Thai Style House, Rawai: 110m2 Thai style house, 2 Condominium for SALE in Patong: Freehold title, Studio type,

32 sqm. of the living area, Furnished, 1 Bathroom, Fitted kitchen with dining area, Swimming pool, Restaurant. Call 083 103 3801 (English and Thai).

Ocean Front Land: 7 rai with 185 metres of sea frontage. Water, electricity, road and boat access, located 800 metres from Yacht Haven marina, perfect site for small beach front development. For quick sale only B5 million per rai. Tel 081 343 0777 Email: montha_phuket@ yahoo.com.

bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, office/study, upstairs balcony, large car park, high walls & electric security gate. MUST SEE! w w w.proper tyforsalephuket. co.uk.

Apartment for sale in Patong: Apartment for SALE in

Makes a good condo deal now. 1-bedroom, fully furnished, 67 sqm living area. Only B2.99 mil. Big swimming pool. Normal price B3.7 mil. Call 089 872 6895. Email: jospeder@live.no.

Patong Loft Condo:

Patong; 50 sqm of the living area, sea-view /mountain view, furnished, Pool, 24hr security, for SALE B2.8M B3.3M. Contact +66 (0) 83 103 3801, 081 415 7774.

close by Condo at Saiyuan, 2 big halls, 2 bedrooms,4 bathrooms,clean&new building. Price negotiable. Tel:087 881 7979, 081 472 0770, ss.kijrungruang@ gmail.com.

Seaview Chalong land price 24MB for 2 rai. www.phuket-land-sale.com

Urgent Sale: 6 rai Hilltop Land for sale, near Mission Hills golf club, was B4.2 million per rai now only B2.99 million per rai, full chanote, water/ elec. sea/mountain views. 087 978 5804 (Eng).

Absolute beach front land only 4 to 5 hours from Phuket. Why pay 30-50 million baht per Rai when you can have the best from B1.1 to B2.9 Million Baht per Rai!!! Email: thailandmls@ gmail.com.

2 separate Chanote titles each about 1,200 sq metres (4.5 and 5.5M), or will sell as one lot. Underground services. 081 273 7326, email: kmar74@hotmail.com.

Very Spacious European From Owner: Villa in peaceAbsolute Beachfront: Set

Paklok Land Only B7,999/ Sqwah: Only B7,999/Sq wah at

Paklok, Chanote, Mountain View, 200m from main road, 11 km from monument and 4 km to Mission Hill. Interested or want a larger size? CALL 084 305 6667, email: mari sar1978@hotmail.com

ful place in Rawai. Large living area and terrace. 3 bedrooms, 4 aircon, 3 bathrooms, 1 guest toilet. Western kitchen, garage, laundry, beautiful garden, swimming pool. 612 sqm plot, chanote title. Price B9.5 million. Contact Tanya 083 506 8345, geta909@gmail.com.

Land For Sale: Mission Hills. 3/4 of rai in small community, very quiet and private, close to all services, 10 min to school, airport, beach, golf, Tesco. Was B2.5M. 087 276 0529 for info.

Great Investment Opportunity: Completed show house

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World Class Sea Views:

3 Bedroom Pool Villa, Rawai:

4 Bedroom British Colonial style house, Cape Yamu, Phuket. Amazing views spanning over 100km, as far as Krabi. Price reduced from B35 to B28 million. 086 279 6283, email: kdesmond59@yahoo.co.uk.

160m2 Private Pool Villa. 3 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom (3 En Suite), Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Large Balconies & Terrace, Carport. Freehold, Chanote title. 2 minutes from beach! See proper tyforsalephuket.co.uk.

Sales - down payment 250,000 B D Condo Mine Phuket Town by Sansiri. Finished in March 2014.Corner room on the 7th floor with nice view. 2 Bedrooms Call:089 159 3239.

Sales - D Condo Mine:

2 , 2 0 0 L a nd , N ai H a r n -B10.9 million for Sale:

Located in Sai Yaun 9, at the back of Mangosteen hotel. Very good access , road, electric, water. Size approximately 30 by 70 metres. Chanote. Contact 087 897 0501. aleksa@thai-evagroup.com

Hill Land for Sale: Very nice location hill land by the Bangwat Dam, total 60 rai, 96,000 square metre. Contact: Attapong 081 892 0610 (Thai), Jantiwa 081 890 8268 (Eng). e-mail: jantiwa_ j@ hotmail.com.

A b so lu t e B e ac h Fro n t Land: Songkla district near new

deep sea port. 4.5 Rai divided into 7 Chanote plots. Reluctant sale. B4.9M the lot. Email: jmic chia@ yahoo.com or call 087 276 0529.

Properties for sale: Luxury investment condo N/East aspect Rawai 5th floor corner sweeping ocean rural views. 126sqm, 2 bed, 2 bath, free hold, furnished, pool, B8.75million perment tenant at B40,000 p/m. Call 089 050 5664 A spacious family home in Boat Lagoon. Modern contemporary style with 4+1 beds, 4 bathrooms. Large dining area, private swimming pool and fully furnished. Size 616 Sq.M. Call 076 238 948.

Modern Villa in Marina:

7th Floor Suites (Hotel) Building For Sale Kata Beach Center 9 apar tments and a 300 sqm Penthouse on the roof plus fully equipped restaurant and pool with terrace are free of rent and now available. Price total 38 million Baht (9.50.000.euro) include chanote and Thai company. For serious interest email: thewhitehousekata@gmail.com for RUSSIAN; Ms. Oxana Email: phuket.lux@gmail.com

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Total 1.5 rai (2,450sq metre) on gently sloping land with sea view of Phang Nga Bay.

Beautiful Beachfront Land:

on the beachfront, the ff villa offers uninterrupted sea and island views of the south east coast of Phuket. Situated between two 5 star resorts: Vijitt and EVASON near Laem Kanoi. 081 480 3834, http://www. facebook.com/Phuket.Beachfront.

Commercial Building For Sale: 5M. x 18.30M.,3 floors, located BEST SEAVIEW LANDEVER!

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Superb Ocean View Lux Penthouse: B148,000 per sqm,

288 sqm of heaven. Plunge pool, 3 bed, 4 bath overlooking perfect panoramic ocean views. Beach shops, fabulous restaurants, nightlife all a 3 minute walk. B42,624,000. Contact: 088 761 4030 or imgphuket@gmail.com.

Condos, 1 per floor C/W lift. Located on the 15th fairway 275 M3 per floor total.Common Pool and Sundeck. Underground parking 1/unit, Floor 3 show unit complete Floors 1&2 are unfinished, waiting for owners choice of flooring and kitchens. Could still develop into one very large private home. Floors 1&2 could be offices star ting from B10 million. Or B32 million for project Partial financing available. Info contact 084 840 1262, north8east98@yahoo.com

Condo in Marina:

Last 1 Studio of The Cleat condo (Phase 1) in Krabi Boat Lagoon, low-rise waterfront Condo built around the lagoon with Mangrove, Sea and Marina view and full facilities. Call +66(0)76 238 948.

Waterfront Villa in Boatlagoon: Modern style spacious townhouse. 3 large beds/4 baths. 250 Sqm. one office area and 2 balconies. One private birth for a boat up to 6 meters behind the house. freehold/leasehold. B9.9 million. Call 082 493 8526. Email: flakes010@hotmail.com.

and infrastructure seven further plots for development. 1.5km from Mission Hills Golf Club. Please call 087 888 1761 (Aom) for details.

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Zion Proper ty CO., Ltd.: Mission Hills. One rai. Very quiet and private, close to all services, 10 min to school, airport, beach, golf, Tesco. B3.4M. 087 276 0529 for info.

Land for Sale:

Whether you are selling, buying or renting we offer a wide selection of high quality properties, land and businesses located in the south of Thailand. Please contact us for further information. Call 080 087 1772. See zionproperty.com.

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S w i s s S e r vic e / Phon e Operator: Swiss Ser vice /

Telephone Operator .Good level of English. Ability to work under pressure. Good in communication and organisation. Responsible and reliable. Minimum one year experience. Contact: HR Department, email: Humanresources.phuket@ swissotel.com or call 076 303 000.

A M AT E U R M O D E L S WANTED: NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY 1-day photoshoot in a Phuket studio with a professional photographer. Men and Women modeling shirts, G-Rated, nothing sexy. 5,000 THB per day. Western appearance, 54Kg+, 167cm+ Please call 085 084 3730 models@ newyorkcasual.com.

ENGLISH- SPEAKING THAI GIRL: Looking for a Thai FREELANCE WEB / SEO / EDITING: Do you require up-dates/

New Club Opening in Phuket

SEO to your site, blog or Open Cart? Also: s- engine/RSS/Blog submissions - PDF/Photo flip shows - Web Photo Video’s etc. For examples email: mr.m.hopkins@gmail.com.

We are now seeking to fill in the following positions: - F&B Manager.

- VJ / Light technician.

- Promotions Manager.

- IT Technician.

- Head Chef.

- Graphic Designer.

- Assistant Head Chef.

- Assistant / Secretary / Accountant.

- Flair Bartender.

- Head of Security.

- Singer / Dancer / Performer (female).

Thai couple, house & pet care, work and stay at foreigner villa, speak English, no smoking, husband as driver, wife as housekeeper. Contact: aoaphuket@gmail. com 076 203 010.

Couple Wanted:

Fluent command of English (speaking / writing). Experience in the field required. Must be hard working, flexible, professional, fun & talented. Thai applicants only.

Sales Consultants Wanted: GB Automobiles is New Hot Yoga Studio In Bangtao: New hot yoga studio in Bangtao is looking to hire enthusiastic staff - come and join our happy and healthy environment! Thai English speaking receptionist with basic accounting skills (B20k basic per month) and a customer services assistant to operate the juice bar (B15k basic per month) are required. We are also looking to hire cleaners. Please send CVs with photos to peterantonioni@ gmail.com.

WE OFFER SOME OF THE BEST SALARIES IN PHUKET…HOWEVER WE ONLY HIRE THE BEST PEOPLE…SO HAVE YOU GOT WHAT IT TAKES? Please send updated resume with photo to: clubrecruitmentpatongbeach@gmail.com

JV Opportunity: JV Partner with a commercial focus sought for Phuket based company. New startup delivering a well-established world know building related system licensed exclusively for design, production and installation in Thailand. This is an exciting opportunity for the right partner: Chris on 081 956 2966 or Chrisinphuket@gmail.com.

Guest Service Supervisor: Good command in English, customer service skills, knowledge in F&B, HK, front office, Knowledge of computer basic skills, own car with driving license, working in Phang Nga -Natai Beach. Candidate send resume to: hr@luxuryvillasandhomes.com. Office: 6/84 Srisoonthorn Rd, Cherngtalay, Thalang Phuket 83110. Call 076 527 633, 087 881 0003.

Class Act Media is southern Thailand's most comprehensive media company, incorporating Phuket’s leading English newspaper ‘The Phuket News’, Russian language newspaper 'Novosti Phuketa', Phuket’s leading English radio station ‘Live 89.5’, Phuket English TV 'Phuket News TV' and a a host of publications & services including ‘The Phuket Colouring book’ & ‘Phuket Ticket Master’.

RADIO PRESENTER Qualifications: ● Thai or Expat. ● Ability to engage a local radio audience. ● Previous radio and technical knowledge are a necessity ● TV Camera and Editing skill would be an advantage ● You will be working with a small, dynamic team

We offer: ● Competitive salary, bonuses and travel expenses. ● A friendly work environment. ● Social security paid by the company. ● Excellent career progress opportunities. Interested applicants are invited to apply in person or send application with full resume indicating qualifications and experience, expected salary and recent photo to: adminmgr@classactmedia.co.th Tel: 076 612 550-2 ext 101

Class Act Media Co., Ltd. 99/7 Moo 1 T. Kathu A. Kathu Phuket 83120 Tel: 076 612 550-2 Fax: 076 612 553

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Personal Assistant Wanted: Tropical Properties real estate Image Keyworders needed: Design Studio Looking for Image Keyworders to be creating the content of images, including titles, descriptions and keywords. Uploading images to agency’s web page. Applicant must have excellent command of English. Thai or have the visa to work in Thailand. Contact manager: photomorphicimages@gmail.com Only English resume & cover letter accepted.

is urgently looking for Personal Assistant/Office Manager. Must have very good knowledge of spoken & written English, basic accounting & good computer skills is essential. Must be able to organize & work independent and be in a position to start work almost immediately. Thai national only!

Thai Reporter Wanted

woman with good written and spoken english for office work. Computer literacy is a must. molokophuket. com, info@molokophuket.com, Call: 084 060 7050.

looking for Thai nationals that are fluent in English, self motivated, with a postive attitude and desire to make above average income. Sales experience preferred but not necessary as full training provided. Contact shoongiat@landrovergroup.net or call 081 938 8693.

A s si st ant Sal e s M an ager: • Thai- Male/Female, 25-

F e m a l e C o o k / H o m e m a ke r Wa n t e d: Exceptional conditions for live-in cook /homemaker for semi-retired UK/Canadian businessman. Separate high quality room with shower & T V in high - end re sor t style surroundings. Must speak English. Send resume to bggvirgo@gmail.com.

Native English Teache r : Need experienc ed pre school teacher, 10 -14 children. Star t immediately, Chalong, 40 hour a week. Send resume to phuketteacher@yahoo.com.

35 years • Bachelor's Degree • 2 Years related sales experience • Good command of English • Good computer & communication skills • Own a car & driver license Salary + Commission + Benefits Send CV to : cj@searasports.com

Thai Male/Female, 25-40 years, fluent in English, good computer & communication skills, self motivated, background in marketing/Real Estate/ Travel Agency is a must. Please send CV: helena@phuketabc.com

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The Phuket News is looking for a Thai reporter to join

Qualifications:

the news desk. This is an exciting position that offers

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great career prospects for the right candidate

● Excellent communication and negotiation skills in Thai

The successful candidate must: ● Be a Thai national

and English. ● Highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude.

● Have a hunger for the news

● Works well under pressure and has a will to succeed.

● Be a proficient photographer

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● Have a willingness to learn ● Have good English writing skills ● Be willing to work to deadlines ● Be a strong communicator If this sounds like you, email your resume with expected salary to adminmgr@classactmedia.co.th or fax your resume to 076 612 553

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● Competitive salary, bonuses and travel expenses. ● A friendly work environment. ● Social security paid by the company. ● Excellent career progress opportunities. Interested applicants are invited to apply in person or send application with full resume indicating qualifications and experience, expected salary and recent photo to: adminmgr@classactmedia.co.th Tel: 076 612 550-2 ext 101

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BOATS & YACHTS

LIV Aboard For Sale: Compressors and tanks also available. Please contact Joe : 087 891 8912 joe@ similan-diving-safaris.com.

Need to sell my SAILBOAT 2 mast 17 metre (50 c.v. Yanmar engine) excellent condition Fully equipped located in Chalong/Phuket valuated price B12 million

13 M et re Wooden Hull Cruiser: Cap. 17 PAX. Wooden hull, 3.5 metres W, draws 1.5 meters, diesel engine generates 123 KW. Perfect for fishing or day tours. Fitted w Fish Finder and GPS. Was B1,500,000 now only B500,000. Call 082 414 6931, email: phil@krabikon nect.com.

40FT Steel Cutter Sloop: Boat for sale: Boat for sale at Ao Yon Bay (Cape Panwa, Phuket). Boat has two engines 140 cc yamaha. 13+ 2 per persons. Price:550. 000B. Phone number : 083 637 9704 Thai/Eng 081 894 9967.

Ready to c r uise. C ent rec o c k pit . Safe, strong German design. New S ai l s, 4 4H P Ya nm a r En g i n e, 6 Berths, solar, wind generator, BBQ, dinghy&outboard. AUD$110K. 085 378 0498, yacht.antaia@gmail.com.

Now for quick sale B5.5 million include dinghy Call French: 080 035 1626 English: 081 788 8280 Email: maurice.phuket@gmail.com

Sale New Boat SR-21 Finished: SR.Marine. We are professional boat builders. Our showroom in Phuket. This model is SR-21, finished. Price B375,000. “This price exclude only engine”. Email: samranmarine@live.com/ 081 782 0921.

SELLING YOUR BOAT?:

Speed Boat For Sale:

Steppa Fiberglass 32 feet Flybridge two 200 hp Yamaha outboard engines. Ideal for diving and tours. B850,000. Call 081 8942124.

Yacht sale 36-ft Searay: A very good condition with bedding for 5, air-con, generator, kitchenette, BBQ grill, twin propulsion, Mercruiser 5.0L bravo III DTS, raymarine chartplotter, GPS and depth sounder. B4.5 million. Call 089 647 5204.

Krabi Boat Lagoon: New marina sister of Phuket Boat Lagoon, ready for berthing now with marina charge 50% off and long term berth available. Well protected by sea conditions and full facilities provided. Contact Khun Choo 086 281 0330.

With high season just around the corner, now is the right time to get her listed, Boatshedphuket.com are always looking for new listings,big or small, power or sail, contact Alan Giles. 084 842 6146.

Luxury Yacht for Sale: For sale 2002 Bertram 510 Flybridge luxury yacht. Reduced to only USD675,000. Contact Marcus on marcus@leema rine.net.

S a l e N e w B o a t S R-18 Finished: SR.Marine, We are professional boat builders. Our showroom is in Phuket. This model is SR-18, finished. Price B295,000. “This price excludes only engine”. Email: samranmarine@live.com / 081 782 0921.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Boat Sales and Charters: Want to build or charter your own boat to get out among Phuket’s many islands for fishing or pleasure? Then please contact the experts on 081 270 4291 or go to www. fishingboatingthailand.com.

G u e s t h o u s e Ca f e B a r Karon Beach: Easily managed

Jeanneau for Sale: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 37, year 2004-5. Full Option/ Thai Flag register/ Solar S. Electric 240W/ Autopilot/ GPS/ 2 Engine Fridge Only 2.9MB. 084 843 2551, tomasotti.mario@gmail.com.

Maintenance and repairs at competitive rates

Call Max Marine Asia now on 076 239 502

profitable business lease 5.2M. Fully refurbished, 6 year contract (fully pre-paid). Low rent. Busy Soi 2minutes from the beach. 5 beautiful en-suite rooms. Sports bar, fully fitted kitchen and restaurant area. Account available. Call 081 891 9461 / livingroom-phuket.com.

2 2 m . I n d o n e s i a n Pi n i s i Ketch: Licensed and registered in Thailand. She is in good condition and currently working as a snorkel and sunset tour boat. For sale or long-term rental. Price negotiable for quick sale. dragonheartthailand@gmail.com.

2 Language & TEFL Schools: The schools are very Kawasaki 750Sxi Jet Ski Pro: Stand up. Trick conversion kit, R&D ride plate, Race bars with finger throttle, Hydro-turf floor mat with foot-holds, Very reliable, fast, and great fun. Very good condition. B150,000. Contact: garysmith436@btinternet.com.

Boat for sale:

successful due to the high de mand of people wishing to learn Engli sh as A sia devel o ps and plays a larger par t in world affairs every day. These 2 schools are lic ensed w it h t he M inist r y of Edu c at i o n an d t h e C h a - am branch also holds a TEFL license. As part of a franchise group, you will always have on-going support for sales and training. The selling price is calculated at 5 times the net profit and with sales growth averaging over 20% year on year, your breakeven point is within 4 years. As all truly profitable business there is no negative cash f l o w. C a l l 0 81 8 4 6 919 3 . S e e insightenglish-huahin.com.

RIB...7.2 m 1, 20 0,0 0 0 B Yamaha 20 0 hp.. 4stroke. Only used for 6 hours NEW...power steer...canopy. Seats. Covers and engine covers. 400lt fuel 100lt water.Fish finder-GPS. Life jackets. Anchor. Night lights. Full serviced call 087 466 4656 (Eng) 080 691 1818 (Thai).

Cement Production Plant:

J e t s k i s & Tr a i l e r 600,000THB: Two 3 person jet skis, fully maintained & just fully repainted and serviced. Refurbished stainless frame trailer included with trailer jack and hand winches.082 282 6947 Dan (Thai/English).

Ready Mixed Concrete Company’s factory. 446.92 Horse power. Output of workers in the production of 22 people per day at an average yield of about 100 Q/Day (B1,800/Q) average revenue per day for about B180,000. Manufacture of ready-mixed concrete. Can continue immediately. Just buy a cement truck then start delivery. Ready water source to be used for production. Address: Moo. 4 T. Maikhao Thalang Dist. Phuket 83110. Land Size: 20 rai 2 Ngan and 56 talang wah. Price: B130 Million. Contact: Mr. Lee, mobile: 081 803 7189.

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40 metres to the beach. 10 rooms with full furnishings. Restaurant 54 seats. Price B8 million. For more information call 081 396 0033.

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Bar for sale on Soi Bangla:

Located mid-soi on Bangla, Patong Beach. Contact now for best units & special offers on pre-sales. 3 year contract. Price starting B1.7million. Call 08 5887 7414.

Patong Massage Shop For Sale: Cosy renovated shop. Shop is located inside a hotel on a busy street directly leading to Patong Beach. Business from hotel customers as well as from many tourists going to/from Patong Beach. Email: chumpo26@hotmail.com.

Sport Club for Sale by Owner: Set on 4 rai land with

Bar for sale: Very Busy Mushroom

bar for sale in Soi Bel Air. Wally Bar, all stock, T.V. sound system, beer boxes and fridges included in sale, rent, only B10,000 monthly. Only B600,000 ono. 086 725 0771.

BUSINESS FOR SALE:

full chanote title. Include tennis court, volleyball court, fishing lake, game room, restaurant and bar and separate guest bungalow for sale or long term lease. Call +66 81 569 6026, +61 498 248 656 (English & Thai) Email:patbittersweet@gmail. com. See www.phuketsport.com.

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Hotel & Restaurant for sale:

Chanote title in Patong,Central position, new building, started four years ago.20 rooms, reception&restaurant fully furnished, lift. B32M negotiable 086 279 8175(Eng/Italian)Stefano/084 840 1566(Thai)Ning.

Business only or business and property. Est 2003. Repeat business from big data base, non-tourist related soft furnising manufacturing and retail business. Genuine enquires only, no tyre kickers.

Guest house & Business: For sale / rent long term. 400 sq m. (N.S.-3 K document) next to Swissotel Kamala. 500 m from Kamala beach. B32 million. Call 081 893 0540, 076 385 775 email: anong540@hotmail.com.

metre+building+10 bed+10 bath+2 restaurants. Newly renovated. Private financing by owner. Down B2 million + 13 yearly payment of 1MB. Own forever title land. 100 metres to Rawai landing pier. 084 242 8914, rawai4@ yahoo.com.

BAR ON BANGLA

Please contact Khun Ay 081-895-7597

Travel Insurance Franchise: Low investment. Star t within 1 week training. Support from our Phuket office. Safe - no need to handle cash. Call for appointment 076 612 722.

Boutique Guesthouse & Bar: Boutique Guesthouse, Bar /

Restaurant business for sale. Fully equipped rooms and bar, website and facebook page established. Well situated only three minutes walk from both Kamala beach and main road with all their amenities. B1,500,000. Contact: 084 442 7015.

with full furnished, TV, fridge, aircon, hot water, swimming pool, restaurant and spa. Located in Soi Nanai villa. Contact 086 300 9406.

Toyota D4D Commuter Minibus: 2009, White Toyota D4D Com-

muter Minibus for sale. Genuine 15,000 km. One owner (red plate), Always garaged underground, curtains / TV & Video (ceiling mount) 16 seat. Excellent condition. 087 999 6174.

2010 Mazda 2 Hatchback:

New in 2010. I am an expat who is moving on and can’t take my Mazda with me. One owner, 32,000 accident free kilometers, auto trans, air bags, auto braking, etc. stephpkt@gmail.com.

Free Italian Espresso Machine: Coffee capsules machines Unique Rawai Investment Oppor tunity: We

run a business in Chalong that has paid back 50% of its cash investment in the first year of operation. An opportunity for a similar business exists in Rawai. This is not a hotel, guest house, restaurant, dive shop, car rental or real estate. This business benefits Thai society as a whole and is environmentally neutral. We are looking for 1-3 equity investors to make a total 20 million Baht investment. E-mail: tayana55islandgirl@yahoo.com.

Restaurant/Pub: For sale in Bang Tao Beach Road. Get 10 year contract, great location 50m from Best Western Hotel & Beach. Full furniture and equipment. Price B2.5 million. Call 087 893 8590, Email: somtom_landandhouse@yahoo.de

Rice, Popular Guest house, 40-seat restaurant, 8 rooms, 5 min walk to Kata Beach. For Sale or Rent.Trip Advisor Winner 2013 sfrkata@hotmail.com 081 894 8446 www.southernfriedrice.com.

swimming pool. Fully furnished and very well managed for more than 10 years. Beautiful hill location and calm area, over looking Patong bay. All rooms have kitchen separate,fridge,Air Con.,Cable T V,internet, hot water, safety box. Call Peter: 081 892 8526 info@phuket-besthomes.com.

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For Sale: Nissan Tida year 2010 in excellent condition, full options, low kilometers, first class insurance and registration till Jun 2014. First to see will buy. B399,000 O.N.O. Call 082 279 9370.

Toyota Hilux VIGO 4 x4 Auto: Toyota Hilux VIGO, 4 door, 4x4, 3.0 Diesel, model 2007, mileage 87,000 km only, first owner, all service by Toyota, new tires, beige interior, Alpha Canopy/front Bull bar. Call 086 943 8989 Chalong.

Pa t o n g N ew H o t e l f o r Longterm Lease: 40 rooms

Apartment Hotel For Sale In Patong: 18 deluxe apartments and

is located inside a hotel on a busy street directly leading to Patong Beach. Business from hotel customers as well as from many tourists going to/from Patong Beach. Email: chumpo26@hotmail.com.

CARS FOR SALE

BUSINESS SERVICES

Kata Night Plaza: Southern Fried

Patong Massage Shop For Sale: Cosy renovated shop. Shop

Tile I t: Thalang. Wana Park on Srisoonthor n Rd. Phuket ’s quality tile boutique. Tiles for interior, exterior, residential, commercial. Contact 076 620 168 or 081 424 2828. Email info@ tile-asia.com.

CR-V 2.0E (i-VTEC) with clean condition and no bad accidents. Top and full option with com plete book service and manual. Year:20 02,Engine Size: 20 0 0 cc.,Fuel: Petrol.081 818 9696.

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Free-Bird Bar in Nai Harn for Sale, great location, 3 TVs, 2 pool tables, Seating 50 pax, (PLUS) Fully Equip Beauty salon which is leased out, parking: 10 vehicles, 8 years left on lease. Sale: 2.9 MB. Negotiable! 087 884 8972 or 087 244 1322 or 087 892 6204

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URGENT Boutique Hotel for Lease: A small boutique Patong Beach hotel offer for long term lease. Location: Patong beach front ocean panoramic view. 18 rooms, aircon. internet, cable TV, telephone, safe, full furnished. Contact: 076 342 197-8, K.Thanin,K.Tum.

Guest House for Sale in Patong: Lovely guesthouse Just 100

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BMW 730 Li Se Long Wheelbase: Oct 2006 registered Feb 2007

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on loan, (no investment required), real Italian coffee: organic espresso, 100% Arabica, decaffeinated, at a very fair price, directly imported to Phuket from Bologna, Italy. 088 768 1260.

Farang Food Paradise:

Your specialist of imported food and drinks in Phuket. Visit our shop at the Billion Plaza, opposite Tesco Lotus. Contact: 076 612 733, 076 248 900 or visit: www.phuketfood.com.

Toyota Vigo B Cab 3,0 D 2011: White large Carry Boy fiber

cargo box CBL 1970. Power windows, film, alarm GPS tracker, 17,100 KM. Load volume 7.3m3, load dimension 2.37m x 1.68m x 1.85m, max load 1.5 ton. New 700 000 THB. For sale at B500,000. Call 085 060 0033.

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2012 Toyota Commuter Van – Low mileage 13,500 kilometers. Loaded, leather seats, back up camera, video system. Only B900,000. Contact via email: mar tin@phuketfish boat.com.

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COOKING CLASS Mini Cooper S JCW GP for sale: Only 2000 made worldwide. Per fect condition, 20 0 6, manual, 17,500 km, 218 hp supercharged, high end hifi, Recaro seats, Book Service, Ultimate Mini. Collectors item. B1.6m, 089 866 3756 (Eng/Th) frankdreist@ hotmail.com.

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Mum & Puppy Need a Home Lady & Yam-Lai are abandoned and in desperate need of a loving home. Mum 1.5 years & Puppy 4 Months old female. I have boarded them at Surin Beach Pet Hospital. But this is not a long term solution and the dogs can not just be put out on the street as they need an owner. They are both the most beautiful girls who want nothing more than you to love them. Wonderful with other dogs and great with children. Beaut i f u l l ov i n g w e l l m a n n e r e d girls. They can go together or separately. Call 081 271 3211, email: sonyaklapko@yahoo.com.

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Where Eagles dare, Phuket lose Thai Division 1

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Kazira Hans editor@classactmedia.co.th

huket FC traveled to play the ‘Andaman Derby’ at Krabi Stadium on Saturday, September 28. Krabi, known as ‘The Eagles’, fielded their best team, with stars like Valci Junior, the Nuikhao brothers and captain Taweepong Charoen. Phuket FC’s lineup was also near their best, with the only changes: at central defense, where they fielded Kriangkrai Chasung instead of Chatchai Mokkasem, and left back, with Thanathep Jiaradab coming in for Sakareya Kolea. This was a game all about bragging rights. Krabi FC were determined to secure a home win and gain revenge for their defeat to Phuket FC earlier in the season at Surakul Stadium. The home side attacked from the first minute, advancing forward into Phuket FC territory. The first 5 minutes belonged to The Eagles, but they couldn’t convert their continuous attacks on Phuket FC into goals. Unable to penetrate Krabi’s tight defense, Phuket resorted to ineffective shots from distance, Assawin and Watchara moving around trying to find an opening. Trying their best to capitalise on their home ground advantage, Krabi FC rained attacks on the visitors, pressuring The Islanders and pushing them deeper into their own half. The final touch of the

Krabi players swarmed Phuket throughout the match. Photo: Natakorn Nimmanee Krabi players was still missing, but the pressure from the attacks alone had Phuket FC footballers stuck in defense and unable to find any space to play. As part of an obvious strategy, Krabi defenders let Dudu run around all he wanted, but they sandwiched Ludo to a point where the Tank was unable to take the ball from anyone and play. Krabi’s opening goal came close to the half hour mark, when one of their attempts turned into a corner kick. The ball was sent into the box, falling in the middle of a sea of black and yellow. Krabi’s captain Taweepong Charoen charged in, firing the ball into the far post. Thanathep tried to clear the ball, but the shot was too strong and went straight past him. Coach Teco, who hadn’t sat down the entire time, shouted his game plan at his footballers, but was unable to pull them back into the game. A loss of confidence seemed

to grip Phuket FC. To be fair, Dudu and Doumeng tried time and time again to break down Krabi’s strong defense, but The Eagles packed their half of the pitch, and defended with grit and passion – two things missing from Phuket’s players. Teco decided to shake things up in the second half by taking off Thanathep, who had already earned a yellow card, and sending on Sakareya Kolea, hoping that he could work the sideline better. Krabi FC responded by moving Valci Junior from lone striker to attacking midfielder, and having him run wild, setting the plays for his teammates. Dudu, now also playing in midfield to help out Eak-artit and Doumeng, tried to pass the ball to Ludo up front, with no luck as the Tank’s markers never let up or allowed him any space to play. Frustrated, Dudu advanced forward by himself, but most of time he could only get close

enough to win free kicks well outside the penalty box, never making it to a point where he could have a shot on goal. Against the run of play, Phuket’s equaliser came in the 62nd minute from a corner kick. Following a Phuket attack, Krabi attempted a clearance but the ball did not go far enough. Dudu stepped up, skillfully lifted the ball with his right foot over Krabi’s footballers, and laid it on perfectly for Ludovick Takam. With one touch, the Tank fired with such force that the goalie wouldn’t dare get in the way. Krabi’s footballers protested and called on the referee to rule the goal offside, but the decision stood. Teco now swapped his Brazilian strikers, sending on Cristian Alex in place of Dudu, but the Samba boy was immediately marked by a Krabi midfielder who seemed to want to be his Siamese twin. Then, with the ball at his feet, Valci ran straight at the

Fans slam Phuket FC’s sub-par showings FOOTBALL Kazira Hans editor@classactmedia.co.th

FOLLOWING PHUKET’S 3-1 away defeat at Krabi stadium on Saturday 28, Phuket FC fans – sick and tired of the Islanders’ recent performances – called in to a local

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radio show to slam the side. The first fan, who called himself ‘Aon’, called into the Thai-language radio talk show ‘Toh Kopi’ (‘coffee table’) on radio station 89.75FM, which allows fans to call and share their comments after every Phuket FC game. The caller expressed his sympathy to Phuket FC Chair-

man Pamuke, who he said has been spending big bucks in the hope of leading Phuket FC to the Thai Premier League, only to have – the caller said – some staff members in the coaching team ruining the Chairman’s vision through their lack of professionalism and unfair treatment to footballers. Another caller, who claimed

to be a former member of Phuket FC’s management, attacked the former head coach’s lack of professionalism, rmaking the accusation that the ex-coach took a cut of the footballers’ salary, as well as bringing in sub-standard footballers but pricing them like they were top tier players.

L Goals GD Pts

Air Force United F.C.

MP W 30

43 - 24

PTT Rayong F.C.

35 - 20

Singh Tarua F.C.

51 - 33

Bangkok F.C.

62 - 47

Nakon Rachasima F.C.

38 - 30

Saraburi F.C.

42 - 37

Nakhon Pathom United

40 - 37

Trat F.C.

48 - 53

-5

Krabi F.C.

41 - 42

-1

BBCU F.C.

28 - 37

-9

Phuket F.C.

33 - 35

-2

Siam Navy

38 - 43

-5

Sri Racha F.C.

44 - 45

-1

TTM F.C.

28 - 36

-8

Ayutthaya F.C.

32 - 39

-7

Khon Kaen F.C.

13 33 - 46

-13

Rayong F.C.

13 35 - 52

-17

Rayong United

31 - 46 -15

Phuket FC’s next match will be a home game at Surakul Stadium where they will host 6th ranked Gulf Saraburi FC, who have performed well over the past month. Kick off is at 6.30pm and tickets are B100.

Phuket goal. When Ninuruddin rushed out for another sweep, Valci didn’t sidestep his reach, and instead was swept down in front of goal, falling on the ground from the contact. The referee pointed immediately at the penalty spot, while Phuket’s footballers protested the decision. Valci Junior got up to take the penalty, Spider-Ming dove in the wrong direction, and just two minutes before time, Krabi FC took a 2-1 lead, with their grip almost on the win. With things going from bad to worse, Phuket were down to 10 men when Kriangkrai went in with a rash foot first challenge on a Krabi midfielder, sending him flying off the ground without touching the

ball. The referee pulled out a red card without as much as a word. Just as everyone seemed to think the final result would be 2-1, Krabi FC’s Ittiphol Kaewkiaw, almost lazily, sent a speculative long ball high over everyone towards Phuket FC’s goal. The shot that seemed like nothing then curved down and went in right under the crossbar to the dismay of Spider-Ming. Krabi FC fans roared with joy while Phuket FC’s fans were stunned. The score remained unchanged after 5 minutes of additional time, with yet another embarrassing loss for Phuket FC, continuing their 48 day winless streak.

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MMA ‘Rebels’ prepare for combat MMA J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

hailand’s only government-sanctioned mixed martial arts promotion, Dare Fight Sports, is back with three Phuketbased fighters scheduled to fight on the October 12 card at Insanity Nightclub in Bangkok. Joe Ray (10-3), who fights out of Phuket’s Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Training Camp, will headline the event against highly regarded striker, and former Muay Thai King’s Cup winner, Ole “Iron Fist” Laursen. Ray is a Strikeforce veteran who is best known for knocking out noted Brazilian grappler Zorobabel Moreira in just 14 seconds with a quick two-punch combination. Both men are experienced strikers that have strong roots in Thailand, with Ray having participated in several Muay Thai fights and tournaments. Laursen, meanwhile, owns Legacy Gym in Ubon Ratchatani and has lived in the country for many years. “Honestly I’m not real big

Joe Ray prepares for his headline fight at ‘Dare: Rebels of MMA’ on October 12 in Bangkok. Photos: Jeff Sainlar on talking when it comes to fights but I am pretty big on predictions,” Ray said in a video for the event, before adding that he will win the fight either by submission or knock out. In a video response, Laursen fired back by saying: “What people like to watch is me hurting people with my fist. “Joe, I wish you good luck because I’m bringing my two best friends, left and right.” Also on the card are Rus-

sian fighters and Phuket Top Team representatives Rasul “Nostrovia!” Mirzaev (6-0) and Murad “The Strangler” Machaev (12-1). This is only Mirzaev’s second fight after being released from a Russian prison last year. The undefeated Russian was convicted of manslaughter and served a one year sentence after an altercation outside of a nightclub in 2011, which resulted in the death of a 19-year-old man.

Mirzaev is a highly-regarded fighter who was signed to top-tier American promoter Bellator before the incident. Machaev is currently riding a three-fight win streak and is noted for having won two lightweight tournaments in Russia. More than half of the Bellator veteran’s wins have come from submission,

a testament to his background as a master in combat sambo. All three men will participate in Dare’s million-dollar tournament series. The event, dubbed “Rebels of MMA”, will be the first professional MMA event in Thailand to have approval from the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT).

Early last year, government officials declared a “ban” on all MMA events in the country, erroneously citing a 1999 boxing law, and calling the sport too “brutal” for Thailand. By then, Dare had thrown together four successful events in Bangkok and were negotiating international television deals. Now, with governmentapproval and broadcasting agreements with Seven Star Entertainment in China, NBC Sports in the US, and local stations in Thailand, the promoter is pulling out all of the stops to make 2013’s first event a success. Interestingly, several Dare Fight Sports alums have gone on to fight in Asia’s biggest promotion, ONE Fighting Championship, including Arnaud Lepont, Wiktor Svensson, and Thai phenom Shannon Wiratchai – all of whom also prepared for their bouts in Phuket at Tiger Muay Thai. Tickets for Dare: Rebels of MMA, sponsored by Class Act Media, are available at darefightsports.com/tickets and range from B2,000 to B3,500.

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Laguna defend cricket title CRICKET he final of the Outrigger T20 league took place on Sunday, September 29 at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) with Laguna successfully defending their T20 title against Patong. Despite the inclement weather, which resulted in several delays, a closely fought contest ensued with Laguna eventually running out winners by restricting Patong to 115-6 which was short of the 133 runs required. After winning the toss, Laguna chose to bat first. They got off to a flying start posting 34 runs from the first 3 overs before Manish Sadarangi (9) was dismissed. Damian Clowes (27) and Shoeib Mushtaq (35) then combined for a 61 partnership and returned to the clubhouse at the 10 over drinks break with the score on 82-1. After the break, Clowes fell at the end of the 12th over with the score on 95-2, with Mushtaq falling just two runs later. A batting collapse then followed with none of the remaining Laguna batsmen reaching double figures. The fightback by Patong

Laguna (batting) versus Patong (bowling) in the Outrigger T20 final. resulted in Laguna failing to bat out their 20 overs, being all out for 132 in 18.2 overs. Imtiyaz Mushtaq (4 for 11) and Paddy Morton (3 for 19) were the pick of the bowlers. Patong got off to a cautious start, with both opening batsmen being watchful. However, with their slower run rate and the threat of rain potentially shortening the match, they started to take some risks. After Paddy Morton (24) hit a six out of the ground, he attempted the same shot again next ball only to hole out in the deep with the score on 43. Seemant Raju (7) then joined opener Imtiyaz Mushtaq (20), but Laguna struck on the final ball before the drinks

break to send Raju back to the dressing room with the score on 54-2. With 79 runs required from the remaining 60 balls, Patong were well set to launch their final assault to claim victory. However, immediately after the break, Shoeib Mushtaq took a very sharp caught and bowled to remove Mushtaq. Apart from captain Anthony Van Blerk (27 not out), the remaining Patong batsmen also failed to reach double figures in difficult conditions. With the score on 92-6 at the end of the 17th over, Patong required a further 41 runs from just 18 balls which was always going to be a dif-

ficult equation. After their 20 overs, they had reached 118-6, 15 runs short of their target. Earlier in the day, the Village played ICC in a play off for 3rd place. ICC batted first and posted a solid total of 145-8 from their 20 overs. In reply, the Village fell just 5 runs short managing 140-6 from their 20 overs. ICC got off to a solid start before losing opener Shah Ullah (20) in the 5th over with the score on 41. Surender Kumar (14), Shah Nawaz, Ali Khan (30) and Iqbal Malik (15) all made contributions to help ICC reach 145-8 from their 20 overs. Pick of the bowlers

were Craig Patterson (2 for 26) and Roshan Jayasuria (2 for 29).

The Village lost opener Roshan Jayasuria (0) early, but Danny Taylor (23) and Simon Wetherell (15) steadied the innings before Wetherell fell with the score on 41 in the 6th over. Captain Craig Murphy (41) and Divan Mydeen (41) then combined for an valuable 82 run partnership to give the Village a solid opportunity for victory, before Mydeen fell with the score on 127-4 with 19 more runs required for victory from 14 balls. However, they could only manage a further 13 runs to post a total of 140-6.

PHUKET CRICKET GROUP ANNOUNCE INAUGURAL INTERNATIONAL CRICKET SIXES The Phuket Cricket Group (PCG) has announced its inaugural International Cricket Sixes competition, which will be held on November 8-10, 2013. The format is simple: Two days of round robin sixaside games followed by a finals day. Included in the entrance fee of B15,000 per team is all cricket action, gift bags for all players, a BBQ party on

Friday after the cricket, and a prize-giving party including food, drink and live music. Teams from Thailand, Australia and Singapore are already confirmed. For more information on entering or sponsoring the International Cricket Sixes competition, email Mark Ashman at chairman@phuketcricket group.com, or visit phuket cricketgroup.com

It’s your community, people! SURF SPOT Tim Campbell editor@classactmedia.co.th

SURFING HAS DIFFERENT aspects, but one factor that gets overlooked is how surfing can be, and is, a social fabric that gives a community much more than it realises. For the past 15 years, surfing has been slowly developing in Phuket and wider Thailand, especially due to the efforts and motivation of a few individuals who have officially had the sport of surfing recognised by the tourism and sporting authorities of Thailand. Now what does this mean? Twenty years ago, long before the invasion of international hotel chains and mega shopping malls, local Thais would spend their free time at the beach, not so much swimming but utilising the beach for picnics, playing games and relaxing. At this stage their were only a few local surfers in Phuket, who were originally inspired by watching travellers doing this weird thing in the water. Since then there has been a lifestyle change – now it’s far more common to see @thephuketnews

Kamolwan ‘Bam’ Chanyim. Photo: Icarus Sailing Media

Bam sails for Rio SAILING Participants and fans at Phuket’s recent annual surfing contest. a shopping mall full than the beach. Chanin Aiyarak, president of Surfing Thailand, expressed a priority to share the ‘stoke’ with his community, to bring back the healthy beach culture that they once enjoyed, and share an experience with the waves that only a surfer can relate to. Mr Aiyarak said, “Thais love fun and sport, and no doubt if they saw surfing would want to try it, and once knowing the feeling it gives would definitely be hooked”. Surfing teaches many behavioural and social skills that

can be transferable into people’s daily lives, and home, school and work environments. The ocean puts everyone on a level playing field, brings people back to reality that there is something much bigger out there, and teaches respect. This is just to wet your thinking appetite, but using surfing as a tool to strengthen communities should be explored. In the last couple of years there haven’t been a lot of new local Thai surfers, why is this? Surfing Thailand sees a need to focus on the future of the sport and the kids are its future. With more effort into shar-

ing the benefits of surfing, and educating the local communities about the sport, this positiveness will have a ripple effect through Phuket, and hopefully catch the attention of those who might be able to financially support Surfing Thailand’s efforts to create healthy communities. They must be doing something right, as last week they had a visit from a member of the Royal Family, who came especially to see Phuket’s annual surf contest. Tim Campbell skylaphuket.com

KAMOLWAN CHANYIM, known as “Bam”, is an inspirational 17 year old with a three year strategic plan to take her to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Bam is already one of Asia’s top female sailors, a two-time national Laser Radial champion, 2011 Sout heast Asia Games silver medallist, and with many podium finishes to her name at prestigious regattas and competitions across Thailand. Internationally, she has represented Thailand in three ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships, finishing in the top ten twice amid formidable talent, and, in

2013, well ahead of all other Asian sailors in her class. Having narrowly missed out on qualification for the L ondon 2012 Oly mpic Games, Bam has set her sights on the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. She has already been selected for pre-Olympic qualification training under the International Sailing Federation’s Emerging Nations programme. She is now seeking commercial sponsors and partners to support her on her journey to represent Thailand and Asia on the world stage. Please call The Sponsorship Experts, Paul Poole (South East Asia) Co., Ltd on 02-622-0605 if you are interested in sponsoring Bam.

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Liverpool’s Uruguayan striker Luis Suarez lifts his jersey to reveal the message “welcome Benja, los amo” as he celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the English Premier League match between Sunderland and Liverpool. Photo: AFP/Andrew Yates and it helps that they’re two different types of player. One has pace, power and two good

feet, and one is a wriggler who ends up in the box and is hard to track.

“Luis isn’t fazed by much. There’s a remarkable mentality and the steel in his mindset, he’s just so focused and it’s like a new signing with him coming back. It’s great for the team and great for the supporters, who deserve to see someone of that quality.” While Sturridge has 11 goals in his last 11 top flight appearances, Suarez hit the ground r unning, f inding the net on his first Premier League appearance in 161 days, punishment for sinking his teeth into Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic in April. The Uruguayan, who now boasts seven goals in six games against Sunderland, has stayed sharp thanks to a rigorous fitness regime during his enforced absence. “Goalscorers are judged on goals and assists. Daniel got one and set up two, and they both have a hunger to score,” said Rodgers. “Luis has not been cocooned away and then just come back in. He’s someone who loves football and I knew how much it would hurt him not to be playing, so he’s been doing extra finishing sessions and conditioning sessions to help him get back up to speed. “It’d be hard for anyone to say he wasn’t very good today, and his performance is credit to our conditioning team for the work they’ve done with him.”

Pts

Arsenal

MP W 6

Liverpool

Tottenham

Everton

Chelsea

Southampton

Man City

Hull

-1

Aston Villa

West Brom

Cardiff

-1

Man Utd

Swansea

-1

Norwich

-2

Stoke

-2

Newcastle

-4

West Ham

-1

Fulham

-5

Crystal Palace

-6

Sunderland

-10

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