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f you thought the traffic at the Samkong intersection on the bypass road was bad, wait till tomorrow (December 6). It’s about to get a lot worse.

At one minute past midnight tomorrow morning, the road will be closed to allow the underpass contractor to dig the big trench across the junction from north to south, blocking all traffic from crossing the intersection from east to west and vice-versa.

The work will take up to three months, Project Engineer Chalermpol Wongkiattikun from the Department of Highways told The Phuket News on Wednesday (December 3). “Actually, I think, we will finish before March 1. But I have given that as the finish date just in case [more

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time is required because of holdups].” He explained that the big trench across the intersection will mean it will be impossible to go straight through the intersection from Samkong (Yoawarat Rd) to Kathu (Phra Phuket Keaw Rd) or in the opposite direction.

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he Uber phone app, which can be used to summon a taxi, and which was launched in Phuket just days ago, has been declared illegal by the Department of Land Transport (DLT). The DLT alleges that Uber is using not only “cars that are not correct for public service” but also cars that “are not registered” as taxis – in other words, “black plate” taxis. The DLT announced the ban on Uber – which also operates in Bangkok – on its website today (November 28) and warned, “Do not use the Uber Service because it is not safe and Uber is not part of the public transportation system.” Teerapong Rodprasert, the

T The traffic arrangements to get around the big trench (crosshatched in the centre).

Bypass roadworks get worse Continued from page 1 It will also be impossible for traffic from Kathu to turn south or go straight on. Instead, drivers will have to go north to the Thanachart Bank, make a U-turn and come back to the lights. Similarly, it will be impossible for traffic from Samkong to turn right or go straight on; drivers will have to go left, to the U-turn at the International Hospital, then go back to the lights. Traffic from the north wanting to go to Kathu and traffic from the south wanting to go

to Phuket Town will also have to go through the lights, do a U-turn and come back. Mr Chalermpol added, “We have already had talks with the police. We will set up route maps and signs so that peple are well informed.” Phuket Town Police Superintendent Sermphan Sirikong told The Phuket News, “We already know about this and the superintendent of traffic will talk with the construction people before they close the road. “We have a plan to organise police officers to direct the traffic efficiently.”

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Director-General, explained, “Uber services passengers with green- and black-plate cars. In addition, the prices it charges are not according to the law.” The announcement came after Uber was discussed at a meeting between the DLT, the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, the Department of Business Development and the 11th Military Circle of the Army. The announcement went on, “There could be future problems about credit card payments and service. The way payments are made could cause passengers financial problems in the future.” It added that credit card payments are considered to be secure enough. Apart from the legality of the cars being used, and of the prices Uber charges, “[some] of

the drivers do not have public driver licenses.” Warren Tseng, Uber’s International Launcher, who headed the entry of Uber into Phuket, was not immediately available for comment. However, the authorities have now opened a door to negotiations, summoning (not inviting) Uber and two similar operations, Malaysia’s GrabTaxi, and Brazil’s Easy Taxi – to a meeting next Tuesday (December 9) with the aim of convincing them to comply with existing regulations. A statement issued for Uber on Friday (November 28) said only, “We respect and welcome the opportunity to engage with the relevant authorities to help them better understand the value we bring to the transportation ecosystem of Thailand.”

No ban on booze during holidays THERE WILL BE NO BAN ON ALCOHOL today – HM the King’s birthday, it has been announced, nor on Constitution Day, next Wednesday (December 10). The Phuket News on Tuesday (December 2) contacted Phuket police commander Maj Gen Patchara Boonyasit who said that he had received no notification from the Royal Thai Police in Bangkok but added that, looking at previous years, an alcohol ban was unlikely. In Bangkok, however, a spokesman for the Royal Thai Police confirmed that the Police Strategy Unit decided there would be no booze ban on December 5, nor any “request” not to sell alcohol on the day. Check this list on the right for what is open and what is closed on the two days.

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Villa owners facing loss of their homes Alasdair Forbes execeditor@classactmedia.co.th

uyers in the ritzy Chom Tawan property development on the road from Laguna to Layan are waiting anxiously for December 17, when they will find out if they are to be thrown out of the homes they have mostly paid for. One of the buyers, Eden Oestreich, told Phuket News TV, “When we came into the development we knew the developer had already mortgaged – unknown to the buyers – [both land and homes] to the Chinese Bank. “But he agreed to pay a percentage of that and the owners agreed to loan him the money to to try to pay [the bank] so that we could have our titles. “Shortly after we bought, the developer renegued and here we are, two years later, looking at having [our homes] auctioned off in two weeks’ time. Andy Street, principal of the developer, Napawan Asia, and its parent company, Tawan,

Buyer Eden Oestreich: The developer renegued on the deal. responding from Britain where he moved recently, said it was not certain that the buyers would be ejected. In a response published by the Bangkok-based Property Report magazine, he admitted, “Napawan Asia was over extended commercially at the commencement of the Global Financial Crisis. “I still intend to deliver all that the buyers require. “The outstanding issues are the mortgage repayments to the bank and the remaining payment to the builder, where a draft agreement has been is-

sued to resolve this outstanding matter. Within weeks of this date there will be firm plans to bring this debt restructuring to a conclusion.” Property Report notes that Mr Street does not deny that the 48 owners in the project have been asked to contribute cash to a deal that will see the bank repaid and the title deeds released. Nor does he deny that – if an agreement cannot be reached – the creditors may seize the property. However, he says this is “unlikely to be the preferred outcome for the bank”, which

19 Cambodian monks arrested NINETEEN CAMBODIAN monks were defrocked and arrested on Tuesday (December 2) after police found them to be in Thailand illegally and soliciting donations in Wichit. At 6pm, Muang District Clerk Suthee Sirianan, Phuket Immigration chief Lt Col Tienchai Chompoo, Wichit police, officials from the Phuket Cultural Office and Territorial Defence volunteers took part in the arrest of the monks, who’d been camped in the forest in the Chao Fa Mine areas. The officials swooped after a call from local residents

complaining that the monks had been going around asking for donations from residents and tourists. Police searched three tents and found foreign and Thai cash inside each monk’s bag. Some had around B1,000, others around B10,000. Police also found 19 mobile phones, fake passports and monks’ IDs from Cambodia. They discovered that the monks had been camped in the wood without permission for more than two weeks. In the morning, they would go out to collect alms and

asked for cash donations. Around midday they would come back to their tents where they would eat half of the alms food and then sell the other half back to the food vendors in the market. The monks were taken to Wat Mongkolnimit for examination by Phuket’s head monk, Phra Khru Meita. After deciding that they had not been following Buddhist monkhood precepts he ordered them defrocked. All 19 were then taken to Immigration to be charged of being in Thailand illegally.

is negotiating with Tawan on the restructuring. The date, December 17, relates solely, he says, to a deadline set with the bank to agree payment terms, and does not mean that the bank will automatically take further action on that day. The owners themselves have not yet given up. Daryl Davies, who said he had paid some A$UD500,000 (B14 million) for his home said, “We’ve tried quite a few things. We are hoping the military government will intervene – we have put our case to them and they expressed concern, even alarm. We expect to hear from them in a week or so. “We have also asked the Phuket court to hear a petition from the owners to have the court compel the Land Department to recognise our rights as the true owners.” December 17 will tell whether Mr Street’s assessment is correct or the buyers’ last-ditch efforts are successful – or whether the buyers will find themselves homeless and severely out of pocket.

The Heroines Monument. The gem store will be built on the open space seen beyond the truck. Google Street View

Locals slam gem store proposal near Heroines PEOPLE LIVING NEAR to the Heroines Monument have filed a complaint to Provincial Hall about the height of a proposed large jewellery shop to be built on the southeast corner of the roundabout. The building, they complain, will be higher than the monument, meaning it will “look down” on the figures of the two heroines, Thao Thepkrassattri and Thao Srisoonthorn. As a result, the provincial Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) committee chaired by Vice-Governor Somkiet Sangkhaosutthirak on Monday (December 1), has requested the jewellery company, Royal Gems, to adjust the plan. “The three-story building, which would be 12 metres high, should be redesigned so that it is lower than the top of

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the monument,” he said. He noted, “There is nothing illegal in this case but it affects local people’s feelings about structures looking down on sacred items. “Villagers in the area said they were not informed about the details of the project, and community leaders complained to Provincial Hall as soon as they heard about it. “We believe [the planners of] big projects should listen to the local community before planning construction. This does not need to be as big a process as a public hearing, but they should at least make sure that people living nearby will not be affected by the project in any way.” He said, from now on, anyone planning a new building must be aware of the rules and local sensitivities.

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he province’s police chief, Maj Gen Patchara Boonyasit, on Monday (December 1) gave the island’s police force eight out of 10 for the anti-crime activities, at a press conference this week when he laid out their recent achievements. He was responding to a question from The Phuket News about the performance of his officers over the past few weeks. On Sunday (November 30) the general first showed journalists the collection of weapons seized in the past week: 26 knives, six guns and 152 bullets. Thirty-two people were arrested on weapons charges. He also showed off the narcotics seized: 140 mg of heroine, 296g of marijuana, 13kg of compressed Kratom, 442 Kratom leaves, an entire kratom

Maj Gen Patchara shows what he thinks of kratom by hacking at a tree. tree, 12 methamphetamine pills and almost half a kilo of crystal meth. Gen Patchara introduced a varied cast of characters, including: Ponchai Chuayphitak, 43, Suthon Somtat, 52, and Surachai Kongin, 36, were arrested for possession of nearly half a kilo of crystal meth with a street value of B1.3 million. Soonthorn admitted that he had

ordered the ice from Chan Jinakam, 52, who had recently been released from Chiang Rai prison. Burglar Banjob “Nong” Pramphet, 44. He broke into a Phuket Town coffee shop on October 30 and an Indian shop on November 22, stealing goods from the latter valued by the owner at B620,000. Also caught was his “fence”,

58-year-old Amphai Ritrarong, who bought some of the stolen goods. Prasopchot Somboon, who threatened another driver with a pistol on Monday, in a road rage incident that was photographed by a number of passing motorists and posted on social media. Aphisit Srinakkanat, 45, who was arrested for having not only kratom leaves but an entire kratom tree in his garden. He told The Phuket News, “It is my tree. I planted it a year ago. It’s just for my personal use.” Gen Patchara showed what he thought of the tree (carefully erected in the police station for the press conference) by taking one of the confiscated knives and hacking at it. “I am worried about teenagers, who are the risk group for kratom liquor," he said. "It will be the start of them going onto harder drugs. I do not want kratom in Phuket.”

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TWO HAND GRENADES were spotted by a Burmese worker at a garbage dump on Soi Saiyuan 18 in Rawai on Tuesday afternoon (December 2). Lt Paratpong Kaewgaemjan, head of the bomb squad, ordered the area cordoned off before examining the devices, which were identified as M26A2 grenades, still in good condition. Burmese worker Nay A told police that he was sorting out rubbish before burning it, when he came across the plastic bag with the grenades in it.

The grenades after they were made safe. “I lifted the bag and took a peek inside. When I saw the grenades I put the bag down where I found it and told my

boss,” he said. Police said they believe the grenades either belonged to someone who wanted to get rid of them before they were found in possession of illegal arms, or had been stashed at the dump by teenage gang members for later use against rivals. Either way, they said, they will identify the owner. This is the second time in six weeks that grenades have been found apparently dumped in Phuket. On October 28 an M67 grenade was found on the beach at Cape Panwa.

A FATHER FROM SURAT Thani and his 15-year-old son were arrested on Monday evening (December 1) after they snatched a handbag containing B3,000 from a local woman. Narongchai Aroonmeg, 39, and his son (who cannot be named because he is a minor), were arrested at their rented room in Soi Zhang Zhew in Rassada. Police found the victim’s red handbag, B3,000, a Nokia mobile phone, the victim’s driving licence, a student ID card and the victim’s daughter’s life insurance policy, along with a pair of jeans and the Honda click used by the duo.

The robbery took place at 8:40 am. Niaciyaw Nissi, 35, called police to report that she had been robbed by a duo on a motorbike on Vanich Rd in Rassada. Police checked footage from nearby security cameras and by the evening were able to identify the suspects. After their arrest, both confessed they had carried out the robbery, with Narongchai driving the bike and his son carrying out the snatch. Narongchai told police he needed the money to meet payments for his motorbike. Fat her a nd son were charged with theft using a vehicle.

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Demolition day set for December 8 Saran Mitrarat reporter4@classactmedia.co.th

Dr Punlop Singhasenee (left) and Mr Suthee Tongyam.

Phuket welcomes two vice-governors ACCORDING TO AN ANnouncement in a letter by the Ministry of Interior, ViceGovernor Jamroen Tippayapongtada was transferred on Monday (December 1) and replaced with a new vicegovernor. The letter, issued on November 25, stated that a total of 23 vice-governors were transferred to different provinces, including V/Gov Jamroen who was transferred to Nakhon Pathom province. Others, like Phuket’s other Vice-Governor, Sommai Preechasilpa, have retired. They were both replaced with two newly promoted of-

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ficials, Suthee Tongyam, from Ratchaburi, and Dr Punlop Singhasenee, from Kamphaeng Phet. Mr Suthee was promoted from his position as Ratchaburi Chief Administrative Officer, while Dr Punlop was promoted from his position as Director of Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Region 8. A total of 46 officers were promoted to vice-governor positions nationwide, with two of them in Phuket. The Governor has yet to decide which duties each of the new vice-governors will be responsible for.

ecember 8 has been set as D-Day for the last Nai Yang Beach businesses on public land to be demolished. Back on November 27 Vice-Governor Somkiet Songkhawsuttirak held a meeting in Provincial Hall to discuss the demolition. Sakoo OrBorTor has already ordered 15 business owners in the area to tear down any illegal structure built on public land but five owners, led by the owner of The Beach Club, Aroon Paewpanchoo, have been resisting. A petition to the court by the building owners argued that their facilities are not on public land, and they urged the OrBorTor to wait for a court order before demolishing the sites. However, Sakoo OrBorTor strongly believes the opposite: that the buildings do encroach on public land – and the Ju-

The Beach Club, on Nai Yang Beach, will find out its fate on December 8. ridical Council has confirmed that even if the pros and cons are still being disputed in court, the OrBorTor has the right to demolish. In a recent hearing, the Juridical Council dismissed the five owners’ petition and advised them that officials have to demolish the buildings within seven days of December 8. V/Gov Somkiet said Governor Nisit Jansomwong had called for the meeting because of the multiple problems and

complaints about the beach clean-up in Nai Yang. The governor requested that Sakoo OrBorTor brief the provincial government, the press and residents on the basis for the allegations of encroachment and find a solution that will lessen or avoid conflict now or in the future. “The demolition process will be carried out by Sakoo OrBorTor and other relevant departments,” V/Gov Som-

kiet said. “You can use volunteers and police to help with the demolition but avoid involving the armed forces if possible. “Take pre-demolition photos of the site, record all assets and proceed with care, especially around electrical equipment. “We will have another meeting before the D-Day so that Sakoo OrBorTor will not be alone [at the time of the demolition],” he said.

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Get business off beach – admiral THE COMMANDER OF the Royal Thai Navy in Phuket dashed the hopes of Phuket’s beach entrepreneurs on November 27 by stating emphatically that no one may run a businesses on the island’s beaches – including in areas under trees if the trees are on public land. In the past few weeks, local people have been creeping back onto the beaches to rent chairs or mats and sell food and drink. This must stop, said ViceAdmiral Sayan Prasongsamrej, Commander of the Royal Thai Navy’s Third Area Command. He added that, if necessary, the Navy will send troops to enforce the rules. Speaking after a meeting at the Navy HQ in Cape Panwa with provincial police chief Maj Gen Patchara Boonyasit and local municipalities, the admiral also said, “We have decided on clear zones for jet skis and swimmers by using marker buoys to mark off the swimming areas so that jet skis or speedboats do not hit swimmers. Initially, three zones for swimming will be set along

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Vice-Admiral Sayan Prasongsamrej, Commander of the Royal Thai Navy Third Area Command. Patong Beach. Each will be 500 metres wide on the beach front, tapering to 400 metres in width 150 metres from the shore. Between them will be gaps 300 metres wide that can be used as corridors for jet skis and speedboats to get to and from the beach. “We will start in Patong first and then roll out the system to other beaches,” he added. He said that until Provincial Government officers work out how commercial activities on the beaches should be managed, officials will allow none.

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he conf lict of interests and control over Phuket beaches escalated further on November 28 at Surin Beach after cushions and umbrellas being utilised by tourists were forcefully removed from the sand, only to be re-allowed later by Navy servicemen. Beach tourists clashed with Thai authorities when a task force of about 20, comprising officials from the OrBorTor Cherng Talay, police and army, raided the beach, forcefully removing umbrellas and mobile loungers being utilised by tourists. The officials removed cushions, umbrellas, sunbeds and chairs, leaving only mats and cloths on the sand. Several tourists were upset and disputed the action of officials, but to no avail. According to eyewitnesses, some tourists stubbornly refused requests to take down their umbrellas and some reportedly had expressed their anger by throwing their um-

An angry tourist argues with an official about umbrellas. brella on the beach in front of officials. Some beach operators reportedly were cheering on the tourists. Thankfully, the situation did not get violent. The task force finally left by about 2pm. Not long after, however, about five servicemen from the Royal Thai Navy Region 3 command arrived to the scene and attempted to pacify beach operators and tourists. The Navy told the tourists that they can bring their own umbrellas to use on the beach, but that no vendors

were allowed to rent out or sell umbrellas and loungers “in the area of the beach”. The incident follows a related meeting earlier that day, chaired by Maan Samran, Cherng Talay OrBorTor president and Marine Office Chief,Phuripat Teerakulpisut as well as Col Paworn Pornphromma, who had visited and talked to local residents and beach operators near Patcharee Seafood on Surin Beach. The discussion had confirmed that OrBorTor Cherng Talay has not yet given the

green light to permit beach service commerce for sunbeds, umbrellas as well as food and beverage operators. Officials explained to beach operators clearly that they cannot conduct business on or at the beach. However, officials have given the green light to massage and food/beverage vendors to operate in a specifically designated area, just above the beach in the area just atop of the sea wall, stretching the length of the beach. Sunbeds and umbrellas are still not permitted in this designated area, and the local government is still discussing whether or not to allow said businesses to operate there. Chay Singkaew, Surin Beach sunbeds operator commented: “We suffer because we haven’t been able to work on the beach for the last four months. “We have no money to pay for home mortgages or car payments.” Darawan Naknakorn

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POLICE CHIEF MAJ Gen Pachara Boonyasit has confirmed that tourists may take their own umbrellas or umbrellas rented from businesses off the beach and erect them on the sand. He was commenting after investigating the confusing incident on Surin Beach on November 28 when there were angry scenes as tourists were told to take down their umbrellas by a combination of OrBorTor and Marine Office officials, police and Army officers.

It seems that communication was not the best, resulting in disgruntled tourists – believing they were being told not to bring umbrellas, chairs and sunbeds onto the beach – becoming involved in angry scenes with the assorted officials. “It’s okay for people to put up their umbrellas on the beach, as long as it not for business purposes,” Gen Pachara said. “I can assure you that that this type of incident will never happen again.”

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Bar owners reach deal over closing Nattha Thepbamrung reporter3@classactmedia.co.th

ar operators in Patong, who threatened to close in protest at what they saw as unfair treatment over closing hours have come to an agreement with Patong Police. Weerawit Kuresombut, President of Patong Entertainment Association, told The Phuket News on November 27, “We have already agreed among us, and with the police, to close at a ‘proper time’, he said, though he declined to say what that time is. “The authorities understand the situation – that it is only in the high season that we can really make money. “Before [when Thai bar owners announced that they would close all bars from November 14 to 16], it was not intended to be a threat. It was just that we were suffering from being forced to close early. “However, we wanted to be a good host for the good im-

With the high season arrived, Patong’s streets are thronged with tourists qwanting to party to the wee hours. age of Phuket, so we decided to wait until after the Asian Beach Games ended. Now everything is going back to normal,” he said. There has been a perennial tussle in Patong between

bar owners who argue that a closing time of 1am gives them only about two hours a day of profitable business, and police whose job it is, at least technically, to enforce the rules on closing time.

Eventually, a behind-thescenes deal is usually reached that both sides could live with – until the next time. Whether that happened this year is, of course, impossible to verify.

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Beach protection racket not our doing, says Navy THE COMMANDER OF the Royal Thai Navy’s Third Area Command has denied allegations that navy personnel have been collecting money from beach encroachers, offering in return to protect them from the authorities. “I have heard a lot of allegations that navy [personnel] are collecting money from beach encroachers or business operators,” ViceAdmiral Sayan Prasongsamrej said on November 27. “I want to stress that no personnel from the Royal Thai Navy’s Third Area Command are doing anything like that. We are not involved. “If you have any photographs or evidence identifying anyone who is collecting money – or you have any other suggestion about this – please contact me directly at my office at Cape Panwa” he added. “The Navy’s Third Area Command now has sole responsibility for Phuket. No

other arm of the military has responsibility,” he stated. “Even if you have paid, other arms of the military cannot protect you from [punishment for] any illegal action you take. Phuket is our area, so how can they help?” he asked. He also showed reporters how Navy uniforms differ from other services, using three of his men as models. “Although the [camouflaged] uniforms are generally similar, there are two differences: the cap and the wording on the shirt pocket. “We have a different style of cap from any of the other branches of the armed forces,” Vice Admiral Sayan explained. No other branch of the armed forces wears a similar patrol cap. The camouflage uniforms worn by the Navy also have the name of the naval unit stitched onto the left breast pocket, with the individual’s named stitched above, he explained.

Authorities on watch for plague from Madagascar AUTHORITIES IN PHUKET are on the watch for another deadly medical condition – bubonic plague, also known as the Black Death – after news came of an outbreak that has killed 47 people in four months in Madagascar, the large island off the east coast of southern Africa. However, health officials stress that there is no cause for alarm. The Chief of the Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PHO), Dr Kajornsak Kaew-

jarat, told The Phuket News, “The Health Department has not informed us directly about this yet, but we are aware of it. The Black Death is very rare, and has not been found in Thailand in many years.” The most recent severe epidemic in Thailand was in 1913, according the Thai Department of Medical Sciences website. In that outbreak in Thonburi, some 300 people died. Since then, the disease has been detected only once, in 1952, when one person died.

But between 1346 and 1353 the disease killed somewhere between 75 and 200 million people in Europe. Modern antibiotics, however, are highly effective, with the death rate being around one per cent, compared with 60 per cent of those left untreated. Dr Kajornsak said, “Our job is to help people understand about the Black Death. We are also keeping an eye out for people coming from highrisk countries. I am certain there is no need to worry.”

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Ombudsman promises to shed light on land papers Nattha Thepbamrung

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he Damrongtham Centre has announced that it will attempt to break the logjam in the Land Office that has resulted in people having to wait years to get land papers or upgrades issued. “We have heard complaints that people have to wait for a long time for consideration of paperwork,” said Prapan Khanprasang, the centre’s chief. “This measure will help to scotch the complaints that officials rush to process title deeds for big business people, pushing ordinary people to the back of the queue. “We will be the centre for a committee comprising the Land Office, the District

Offices and other officers involved, depending on the case, and will serve as a place for landowners to meet and discuss the processes and the problems that have been slowing down the processes.” He added that the Damrongtham Centre has been dealing with individual land cases for a long time. But from now on landowners who have any problem over processing any kind of land paper can go to the Damrongtham Centre at Provincial Hall or to its satellite offices at each District Office to discuss the problem. “It will make the process more transparent. Land owners will be able to understand the officials and find out why their paper is delayed.”

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Damrongtham Centre chief Prapan Khanprasang (standing) listens as a couple explain a problem to one of his staff.

Soi Dog seeks donations to build dog hospital SOI DOG FOUNDATION (SDF) on Monday (December 1) broke ground on a dog hospital at its shelter in Mai Khao. The hospital, the SDF says, will cost at least B30 million and will be “the most technically advanced of its kind in Thailand”, equipped to diagnose and treat every kind of common illness, ailment

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and injury known to dogs. The SDF decided it needed the hospital because its current dog clinic is too small to accommodate the growing number of street dogs coming in, and lacks the equipment and facilities to treat every dog. In addition, when SDF embarks on its sterilisation and vaccination of the street

dogs in Bangkok next year, “we expect to find a large number of dogs who need specialist treatment, and these dogs will be brought to the shelter here in Phuket”. The SDF is now looking for additional funds to help build the hospital. Visit www.chuffed.org/project/4896/ to donate.

FI FT Y-SI X-Y EA R OLD Chalong resident Jaroen Chamnanyon has posted a giant message to burglars after his house was ransacked on November 18. His message to the criminals: “Dear thieves and robbers, all the Buddha images I had collected are gone. Please don’t waste your time coming here again.” Apart from his precious collection of images of famed Wat Chalong abbot Luang Phor Chaem, the burglars ran off with a laptop computer and a .38 pistol with 10 bullets, together worth about B1 million. Mr Jareon erected the sign outside his house in Soi Chao Fa on November 27. Neighbours said he was upset over the robbery and the fact that the police had made no progress towards catching the burglars and retrieving his prized effigies. Mr Jaroen said he had a full

collection of every Luang Poh Cham effigy produced from the first, made in 1941, up to the latest, made in 2013. He said he posted the message to tell the thief not to waste time raiding his house again because there was nothing left in his house worth stealing, and added that he wanted police to catch the perpetrators, who he believes are a gang. Jaroen said that the thieves might be the same people who infamously stole a valuable image from Wat Chalong. Col Krittapas Dejintarason, Chalong police superintendent, said, “I asked investigators to follow this case but the investigation was slowed down because we had to send officers to maintain public safety during the Asian Beach Games “But now we have our men back and we will work on finding the burglar and bringing him to justice as soon as possible.”

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guilt and ultimatum messages like – “If you don’t bring things back to like before, all the tourists are going to stop coming to Phuket,” and “Beach vendors are going to continue to be unable to feed their families.” Nonetheless, local authorities maintained their strong stance on the matter, and The Phuket News applauds their consistency thus far. But this has not been without conflict. Last Friday, an “inspection” by local officials, army and police of Surin Beach saw more tourists caught in the middle of the private-public beach control struggle, with, according to eyewitnesses, beach vendors cheering them on in their defiance (see page 6). Though a few tempers flared, thankfully the situation didn’t escalate too much, and Navy personnel later showed

up to quell the situation and reiterate that it was okay for tourists to bring their own umbrellas to the beach. The Navy was only echoing Phuket Vice Governor Jamroen Tipayapongtada’s clear mandate on November 19. Despite the dire situation as painted by some idle vendors, tourists clearly still have the option to buy/rent beach mats and umbrellas from vendors on private property – just not on the beach itself. Pretty clear. Neither the provincial government, nor the Navy, the Police or any other authority have yet to permit vendors to carve their own space on the beach to conduct any type of business there, whether giving massages, renting out umbrellas, mats or walking around selling souvenirs. The beaches are public land, governed by a clear set of rules. Full stop.

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Re: Phuket bypass traffic hell about to get even worse Oh what a great plan now, when the high season is starting and the traffic is getting more crazy every day that passes, awesome planning to start with this now. Dempa

Nasty boys not wanted here Re: Thai Transport Dept orders Uber to come for talks Yesterday I (an American expat) took my Thai wife to the taxi stand opposite the Kata Resort. We asked the taxi drivers what the charge is from Kata to Patong. The taxi drivers tells my wife in Thai, “I’ll take you for free if you f**k me.” Get rid of all these nasty Phuket taxi drivers and bring in some professionals trained and licensed by the government. RobertBob

Find legit work like the rest! Re: Phuket beach umbrella row ‘was all a misunderstanding’

Many businesses in Phuket are desperately looking for Thai staff for the coming season but those lazy opportunists prefer to break the law to make a lot of money at the expense of taxpayers. Charlie

control idiot, and where beach goers won’t be assaulted with the noise, stench and fouled water created by the jetskis. Ed Sanders

A lot more at stake with genetic manipulation

Re: Phuket bar owners reach deal with police over closing time The night life in Patong has been affected not because of the opening hours, but because it’s just too expensive compared to other similar venues around Southeast Asia, and indeed Thailand. There is no justification other than palms are being greased, and Phuket is now regarded as a place where corruption has unfortunately taken a firm foothold. Reader

Re: Four Thai cash crops under consideration for GMO testing If Thailand were to go ahead with GMO trials of any shape or form it could be a disastrous decision to the future of the Thai economy. Bjay

Let them be... on the other side Re: Poll: Should Jet-skis be allowed in Phuket? Jetskis can be allowed, but not on the west side of the island which is world famous for beautiful beaches. They should be restricted to “Water Parks” on the east side, in calmer/wave-free zones, where swimmers don’t need to worry about getting hit by some out of

Getting too pricey for its own good

Blissful beaches thanks to order Re: Get the business off Phuket’s beaches, Navy chief warns Last week I went to the beach in Kata, the last weekend of the Asian Games, how lovely it was not to hear the noise of jet-skies and motor boats, I

took my blanket and umbrella and had a wonderful day. It was bliss. Jacqueline

What will we do without any tourists?

Re: Tourist beach loungers in Surin raided by Police, Army but Navy assures that umbrellas okay Well done for putting another nail in the coffin to Phuket tourism! Do you really think any of these people will ever come back to Thailand? Chazwolf Let’s hope you’re right on Chazwolf with your concerns about scaring tourists away. I’ve been working in Asia 35 years and to see the natural landscape destruction, greed and crime, both local and imported, increase a thousand fold in that time is tragic. Yes, please put another nail in the coffin … I think it;s a good thing that the army/navy are enforcing the law. If tourists don’t like it here let them go somewhere else to ruin the natural beauty of the landscape. Seht1912

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apan on Wednesday (December 3) successfully launched a probe destined for a distant asteroid on a six-year mission, just weeks after a European spacecraft’s historic landing on a comet. The explorer, Hayabusa 2, blasted off aboard Japan’s main H-IIA rocket from Tanegashima Space Center in the south of the country. The rocket roared up out of the Earth’s gravitational pull trailed by orange flames at 1:22 pm (0422 GMT) after launch delays due to bad weather. Hayabusa2 was successfully separated from the HIIA and entered the intended orbit around the planet at the start of its mission, according to the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). The probe will use the Earth’s gravity as a slingshot to propel it towards its target. Te l e v i s i o n f o o t a g e showed JA X A c rew at

ground control clapping as the launch was confirmed a success, while social media users around the world tweeted their congratulations. T h e 31- b i l l i o n -y e n ($260-million or B8.5-billion) project will send the explorer towards the 1999JU3 asteroid in deep space. It will blast a crater in the asteroid to collect materials unexposed to millennia of wind and radiation, in the hope of answering some fundamental questions about life and the universe. It is expected to reach the asteroid in mid-2018 and spend around 18 months in the area. It will also drop tiny MINERVA-II rover robots as well as a French-German landing package named Mobile Asteroid Surface Scout (MASCOT) for surface observation. If all goes well, asteroid samples will be returned to

Earth in late 2020. The carbonaceous asteroid is believed to contain organic matter and water, the stuff of life. Analysing the extraterrestrial materials could help shed light on the birth of the solar system 4.6 billion years ago and offer clues about what gave rise to life on Earth, scientists have said. The Hayabusa2 mission blasted off weeks after the European Space Agency succeeded in making the first-ever landing on a comet in November. Scientists said initial data sent from the robot lab Philae showed traces of organic molecules and a surface much harder than imagined. Philae, released from its mothership Rosetta, has gone into hibernation on comet 67P/Chur y umovGerasimenko, having used its onboard battery power

after 60 hours of prodding and probing. JAXA aims to bring 100 milligrams (1/286th of an ounce) of samples to Earth after a round trip of more than five billion kilometres. The probe is the successor to JAXA’s first asteroid explorer, Hayabusa -- the Japanese term for falcon -which returned to Earth in 2010 with dust samples after a trouble-plagued seven-year mission. The spherical 1999JU3 asteroid, which is around a kilometre (half a mile) across, is believed to contain significantly more organic matter and water than the potato-shaped rock studied by the original Hayabusa. Despite various setbacks during its epic seven-year odyssey, including intermittent loss of communication and damage to its motors, the first Hayabusa was hailed as a scientific triumph when it returned to Earth. AFP

This picture taken on August 31, 2014 shows the new asteroid explorer “Hayabusa-2” during the space probe’s unveiling for the press by JAXA, at Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) facility in Sagamihara, suburban Tokyo. Photo: AFP

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hen there is a dispute between an employer and an employee in Thailand that cannot be settled informally one of the parties may consider taking the issue to court. By way of the Labour Court Establishment and Procedure Act (1979) (the “Act”), Thailand has established a special “Labour Court” and procedure to resolve employment-related disputes. The Labour Court has jurisdiction over disputes involving the following: Employment contracts. Wrongful acts between employers and employees in connection with a Labour dispute or in connection with the performance of work under an employment agreement. Appeals against a decision of a member of the Labour Relations Committee or the Minister of the Interior (where 1 or 2 above were first submitted to such Committee or Minister instead of going directly to the Labour Court). Pursuant to the Act, a typi-

LABOUR LAW SECRETS PART IX cal Labour Court case would proceed as follows: A party who initiates a Labour case (the “Plaintiff”), against the other party, files a “Plaint” detailing their grievance to the local Labour Court branch where the work place is located. The Plaint can be filled either in writing or orally. The Labour Court is then required to fix the date and time for a hearing and, without

delay, summon the Defendant to appear in the Labour Court on that date. If the Defendant would like to file an Answer to reply to and defend against the Plaint, the Defendant may do so within the time fixed by the Labour Court prior to the hearing date. Prior to the first hearing, and for the purposes of protecting the relationship between the parties, the Labour Court

will require the Plaintiff and Defendant to meet with a representative of the Labour Court to discuss a possible amicable settlement of the dispute. If the parties are able to reach such a settlement they will then enter a compromise agreement and withdraw the case. Note: such a compromise agreement would then be fully and virtually “automatically” enforceable by the Labour

Court should one party not honour such agreement. However, if the parties cannot settle the dispute, the litigation will continue. In which case, the parties will then submit any relevant evidentiary documents in support of their claims or defenses to the Labour Court. The first hearing of evidence will then proceed. Note: this may be on the same day as the unsuccessful settlement negotiations or it may be at a later date as determined by the Labour Court but once such hearing has begun it may not be adjourned for more than seven days until completed. After all the necessary evidence has been taken, the hearing will be pronounced closed and the Judgement on the case will be pronounced within three days from such date. The Act requires that the Judgement be made in writing and specify, in brief, the relevant facts, decisions, and reasons therefor, as found and decided by the Labour Court. It should be noted that the Act provides that Labour Court is directed to consider an

employee’s particular: working conditions; costs of living; personal hardships; wage level; employment rights, and other employment benefits, as compared to a similarly situated employee elsewhere – in making it’s decisions. Either party may appeal the Judgement directly to the Supreme Court of Thailand within 15 days from the date of the pronouncement of the Judgement. Timing from the date that the Plaint is filed until the Judgement is rendered is generally nine to 24 months. However, a complicated case may require significantly more time. And completion of any appeal will likely take several years. Finally, as to costs, it should be noted that the Act exempts all Labour Court cases from any court filing fees. Deunsing Kippen is an international law firm specialising in business transaction and dispute resolution matters, with offices in Bangkok and Phuket, Thailand and affiliated offices in 45 other countries. Visit them at: duensingkippen.com

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Centara opens eighth resort in Phuket FOLLOWING EXTENSIVE RENOVAtions the Blue Marine Resort up above Kalim Bay reopened on December 1 under management by the Central Group. Central took over management of the four-star resort, now renamed the Centara Blue Marine Resort & Spa Phuket, in January 2014, embarking on a year-long renovation and rebranding programme. Accommodation is a mix of 266 rooms including newly designed and

renovated Premium Rooms, suites and villas, the latter offering a choice of one and two bedrooms, each with its own private pool. There are also three main swimming pools. Other leisure facilities include a spa, a fitness centre and a children’s club. The restaurants include Blue Horizons, which serves international cuisine, and Tropics Restaurant which serves more casual offerings beside the resort’s

‘Waterfall Swimming Pools’. Centara Hotels and Resorts CEO Thirayuth Chirathivat said, “We are confident that the remodeling of the resort adds further impetus and confidence to our investors and guests alike that our strategy to place Phuket high on our list of must-visit destinations is reaping rewards for all parties concerned” Centara Hotels now owns or manages eight resorts and hotels in Phuket.

One of the three pools at the Centara Blue Marine.

Robust growth ‘likely in 2015’ B Renowned catamaran gets launch at Pimex SPONSORED THE WORLD-RENOWNED Summerland 40 Long Range will have its Thailand launch at the upcoming Phuket Boat Show (Pimex) next month. The remarkable power catamaran by Fountaine Pajot Motor Yachts will be on display at the Multihull Solutions stand alongside the Mahe 36 Evolution sailing catamaran from January 8–11. This particular boat was ordered by its new owners at the 2014 Pimex show and they are excited to have it arrive in time to showcase to the public through Multihull Solutions at the 2015 event. The Summerland 40 Long Range won ‘Boat of the Year’ title at the prestigious 2014 Moteur Boat Awards, and has become one of the world’s most popular cruising power catamarans due to its outstanding fuel economy, exceptional offshore performance and impressive design. The Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 Evolution will also be showcased at the event. This affordable blue-water cata-

maran is ideal for those wanting to explore Asia Pacific’s spectacular cruising grounds. Held at the Royal Phuket Marina, Pimex has grown to become arguably Asia’s favourite boat show and showcases an extensive array of luxury yachts, marine products, luxury cars, services and accessories along with a choice of award-winning restaurants and cafes. Multihull Solutions is the leading multihull specialist in Asia Pacific, representing some of the finest names in multihulls including Fountaine Pajot, Catana, Privilege Marine and NEEL Trimarans, as well as operating a comprehensive and successful pre-owned multihull brokerage. Multihull Solutions can be contacted at 081 894 1530, or by emailing info@multihullsolutions.asia. The website is at www.multihullsolutions.asia.

oth the Finance Ministry and Commerce Ministry are confident the Thai economy will grow by more than 4 per cent next year due mainly to government investment. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, deputy director general of the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO), said Thai gross domestic product (GDP) is predicted to grow by 4.1 per cent next year because the global economy would pick up, though there would be some uncertainty. He advised that Thai businesses increase its marketing campaigns in the US, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam. Thai exports should increase by 3.5 per cent next year. Mr Ekniti said the government must speed up its spending to stimulate the economy, especially in the first quarter of next year. He also called for quick disbursement of state enterprise

budgets totaling more than B290 billion. But the FPO official warned that there would be two conflicting influences on global monetary flows next year. The US economy is improving, he said, and US interest rates are likely to rise. That will push up the value of the US dollar against other currencies. Meanwhile, European countries, Japan and China will do the opposite, easing their monetary policies to boost their weak economies. This will see both the Euro and yen fall against the baht, he predicted, warning exporters and importers to consider moves carefully in light of possible currency rate changes. Meanwhile, Commerce Minister Gen Chatchai Sarikulya said that the government will employ four economic strategies to building confidence among both domestic and foreign investors, and to stimulate the economy.

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First, the government will cooperate with the private sector to develop a basic digital framework to enable Thailand to become more competitive at the international level. The second strategy calls for revamping the country’s education system to meet future demand, he said. Reform for both the government and state enterprise sectors is contained in the third strategy while the last one focuses on elimination of corruption and creating transparency in business. The government will stimulate the country’s economy through speeding up 2015 fiscal budget disbursements, he said. The Board of Investment has approved promotional privileges for 380 investors with combined investment of B429 billion, Gen Chatchai, adding that he is optimistic that the country’s economy will begin to recover early next year. MCOT Online

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Amari appoints sales manager AMARI PHUKET HAS APpointed Channapa Kriangthong as Sales Manager. Ms Channapa holds an arts degree from Prince of Songkla University (Pattani Campus) where she majored in Chinese. She has more than seven years’ professional sales experience, having worked in high-end properties such as Banyan Tree Samui, Outrigger Phi Phi Island and Evason Phuket & Bon Island. Before moving to Amari Phuket she was Sales & PR Manager at Sala Phuket Resort & Spa. Her new job will see her focusing on expanding the client scope at Amari Phuket to make it a top wedding and MICE venue in Phuket.

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n Indian diamond trader has thrown a mass wedding ceremony for 111 fatherless women and given each one gifts worth thousands of dollars, saying giving a bride away was “sacred”. Mahesh Savani said the women, whose families were all too poor to finance their weddings, saw him as their foster father. The 44-year-old said he had given each one gifts of gold and other items worth 450,000 rupees (US$7,250) to start their married lives, as well as paying for the wedding. “Material gifts are not important, but I have given my

Mahesh Savani gave each woman a gift of 450,000 rupees. Photo: prabhu d boss. name to them and will fulfil all my responsibilities as a father of the bride for the rest of my life,” he said before the

ceremony was held at a school in Gujarat state last Sunday (November 31). Savani, who has now or-

ganised the weddings of 251 women, said he began his charitable campaign in 2008 when one of his own staff

members died. “I was very shocked when one of my employees died just 12 days before he could marry off his two daughters. It was very difficult for the family to arrange for marriage,” he said. “So I decided that I would become their foster father and marry them off. This is how it began,” Savani said. It is not known how much the giant ceremony wedding cost, but Indian weddings are famous for their grand scale with multi-course feasts, decorated horses, brass bands and huge tents arranged to entertain hundreds or even thousands of guests. AFP

Doctor’s bomb joke costs him $90,000

HIs flight to Bogota became pricier. Photo: danfinkelstein.

A DOCTOR THOUGHT IT might be funny to crack a joke about a bomb in his luggage. Instead, he partly forced the evacuation of Miami International airport, and earned an almost US$90,000 fine. Manuel Alvarado, 60, will pay out US$89,172 for his “momentary lapse of reason

in making these statements,” which prompted costly evacuations and delays for airlines, and brought out a police bomb squad, said his lawyer Brian Bieber. Just before boarding a flight to Bogota on October 22, a security officer asked Alvarado routine questions;

the Venezuelan doctor responded that he was carrying C-4 explosives. T hough he cor rected himself and said he was just joking, it was too late. “He is extremely remorseful. He had no intent to place anyone in fear. He made what turned out to be the

worst mistake of his life,” Bieber said. Alvaro will pay the fine in a deal that saw prosecutors agree to drop charges of making a false bomb threat and criminal mischief. Once he has paid, the surgeon can return home, the attorney added. AFP

Terror alert: Christmasy sugar gets German cops to act VANILLA SUGAR FOR Christmas biscuits trickling from an envelope sparked a bioterrorism scare at a German mail distribution centre on Monday (December 1), local police said. Police, paramedics and a fire brigade team in full protective suits swarmed the facility after staff spotted the white powder and an employee complained of itching, apparently fearing it was a dangerous chemical or biological agent. Testing quickly determined that the material was not dangerous, said police after the incident in the town of Pinneberg near the northern city of Hamburg. Further investigation found that the material was home-made vanilla flavoured sugar which a 40-year-old woman had mailed to her mother, who was planning to bake traditional Christmas biscuits for the family. AFP

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A BROAD BORDER LINE: Looking down on the mighty Mekong River from Mukdahan Town in Thailand’s Northeast. Across the river is Laos. Photo: Alasdair Forbes

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Thimble is a pot bellied pig. He is a house pig, currently one year and 5 months old. He is very smart, can spin on command and yes, he only does so in exchange for a treat! He is also very clean. He can be very bossy at times, especially when it comes to food. He likes taking a bath and playing with a ball, which when rolled, treats fall out from inside. His favourite food is seedless grapes, but he would eat almost anything! Punim Thimble the Pig

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he Affenpinscher is one of the oldest toy breeds in the world. It was known in Germany as “Monkey-Terrier”. This bread originated in the area around Central Europe where roughcoated terrier type dogs were used on farms for ratting in the barns and outbuildings. Gradually as they were bred down to size, they found their way into residences, also with the object of keeping down the rat population. The breed is thought to be the influence behind other rough-coated breeds such as the Griffon Bruxellois and the Miniature Schnauzer. The Affenpinscher is a very brave, alert, intelligent and tough little terrier type. He is famous for his “monkey-ish” expression which comes from his jutting chin, moustache and heavy eyebrows. His nose which is turned neither up nor down, has good open nostrils. He has dark piercing eyes and a roguish expression. The mature Affenpinscher will have a longer main around the neck area, which blends into the main body hair. The hair on the ears is always cut very short to emphasise that alert expression. His body is sturdy, his height is approximately 36 cm to 44 cm. He gives a square appearance but the female may be slightly longer in body. The skull is round and domed. The eyes, round and brilliant, never bulging, well set in the head. His legs, front and rear, are not too heavy in appearance. Colours are black, grey, silver, red, black and tan or beige. When on the move this little fellow will have a light, free and jaunty attitude.

An Affenspinscher named Molly. Photo: Dean Jarvey

A black Affenspinscher. Photo: Supplied Temperament is that of a game, alert and inquisitive nature with great loyalty and affection towards his family. Although not usually a noisy breed, they can become quite voiciferous when excited or on the alert. The coat is easy to maintain but may require a little removal of body hair to keep the correct outline of the breed. He is a very good dog with children although being of terrier disposition not really advisable with those under four years, as his play can become a little boisterous and accidental scratching or even nipping could upset a toddler.

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Governor Nisit ready for the high season MEET THE GOVERNOR Saran Mitrarat reporter4@classactmedia.co.th

Throughout high season, thousands of tourists will come to Phuket each day. Ensuring everyone’s safety is very important and a big priority for us.

Phuket Governor Nisit Jamsomwong, 52, was born on September 24, 1962 in Ratchaburi Province. He graduated with a BA in Political Science from Chulalongkorn University with a gold honorary gift (the result from achieving a first) followed by a scholarship from HM King Bhumibol to study for a master’s degree in the same university.

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Phuket Governor Nisit Jansomwong is a man with ambition, plans and vision. The recently appointed Phuket chief has agreed to share his ideas and ambitions with The Phuket News in a monthly column. This month the Governor talks to The Phuket News’ Saran Mitrarat about events and safety measures in Phuket during tourism high season.

he first thing I would like to say in this letter to The Phuket News readers is: thank you all for your support during the Asian Beach Games – you have done a great job. We received a lot of encouragement from the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), sport players and all attenders that Phuket people are very nice, volunteers – both Thai and foreigners – assisted them a lot with coordinating. We didn’t expect many people to attend the competitions during the day, as we expected most people to be at work on weekdays. However, we received a lot of good feedback that the events were busy and crowded, particularly the Thai boxing. Secondly, in honour of and to celebrate HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 87th birthday on December 5, which is also Father’s Day, I would like to try and persuade everyone to wear a yellow shirt – the colour of Monday (when the King was born) throughout the entire month. On December 5 the ceremonies will kick off at 6:30am with the Governor and a host of other public dignitaries offering alms to 86 monks, as part of a blessing ceremony to honour HM The King at Queen Sirikit Park in Phuket Town. Later on in the morning, officials and well-wishers will be given the opportunity to pay allegiance to HM The King by signing the public birthday book for him at Phuket Rajabhat University’s main conference hall. At 10am, officials can pay allegiance by taking an oath to be honest officers. A candle-lighting ceremony will be held at Saphan Hin at 7pm. The third event in December will be the [2004 Boxing Day] Tsunami 10th anniversary, with a big event being held in Phang Nga as well as many other activities in different areas in Phuket. Originally, we planned to have a fullscale evacuation practice involving Rawai, Patong and Kamala. However tourists made it clear they did not want to hear the siren or any evacuation alerts on that day, so we have postponed it to low season. Anyway, we still have other activities which will make it a special day, reminding everyone that we

will never forget. Throughout high season, thousands of tourists will come to Phuket each day. Ensuring everyone’s safety is very important and a big priority for us. CCTV will really help police to find suspects and protect people from criminals. At the moment Phuket has a total 1,422 CCTV cameras – the 113 broken cameras are now being fixed. We recently received a budget from the Tourism Department to install more cameras around Phuket; 18 fixed cameras and three dome cameras in Phuket City; 65 fixed cameras and five dome cameras in Patong; 16 fixed cameras and three dome cameras in Karon; and four cameras at Tah Chat Chai. In addition, we have asked 19 private sectors led by the Phuket Tourism Association and Thailand Southern Hotel Association, to install two camera points in public

areas. Moreover, I approved a B800,000 budget for the bicycle police project to assist tourists in tourist attraction areas. Its aim is to reduce crime and boost public safety in popular tourist spots during the high season by the addition of at least four officers. Bicycle patrol officers can easily be recognised in their white polo shirts, with police insignia and dark shorts. They are also setting a good example by wearing protective head gear. A good command of the English language is one of the core skills required by officers assigned to bicycle patrols. All of the things we have done is for the safety of our tourists and local people. These measures that we set out are expected to ensure the safety of tourists, while they are travelling in Phuket. So please, enjoy your holiday.

4 EDUCATION

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HeadStart International School in Phuket set up a guest book to commemorate the King’s birthday.

Members of the KIS teaching team visiting Kusoldharm Phuket charity.

KIS community

ome members of the Kajonkiet Interna� tional School (KIS) t�� eaching team vis� ited Kusoldharm Phuket Charity on November 27 to donate B10,000, which was raised from selling KIn Je Festival T-shirts last month. KIS has a booth this year at the Kin Je Fes� tival in Phuket Town at the Jui Tui Temple. At the booth, specially de� signed Kin Je T-Shirts

are sold with various historical Phuket prints on them. Through selling these Kin Je Shirts, KIS is also raising awareness and donations for the Por Tec Tueng charity, who provide coffins as well as other burial needs for the homeless and other less fortunate people who cannot afford a funeral. In doing so this char� ity gives people a digni� fied service.

HeadStart honour HM The King’s birthday

n commemoration of H.M. The King’s 87th birthday on December 5, the Thai department at HeadStart International School has set up a table, guest book and Father’s Day Tree in the Foundation hallway. King Bhumibol Adulyadej is the world’s longest reigning monarch and is respected and revered throughout Thailand. The HeadStart students have the opportunity to write short messages to bless the King as well as to their fathers, since this day also celebrates Father’s Day.

BISP students take prestigious violin, piano music exams

everal students from British International School Phuket have been taking music ex� ams with the prestigious Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, based in London, UK. Students in Primary and Secondary have taken ex� ams on the violin and piano ranging from the Prepara� tory test to Grade 5. These exams are very demanding as students have many components beyond performing three

pieces in order to even pass let alone gain a merit or distinction. Pictured are Tanylle, Year 9, who studies with Miss Merja and Rica, Year 10, who studies with Ms. Daniels and they both took Grade 5 piano. They all now have to wait for 2 months for the results to be processed! We wish them luck. For more information, contact Paulette Wilkinson: pwilkinson@bisphuket.ac.th

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ENVIRONMENT 5

Four Thai cash crops under consideration for GMO testing

December 5 is World Soil Day for Thais

he Land Development Department (LDD) will organize “World Soil Day” to celebrate His Majesty the King’s 87th birthday anniversary on December 5th, 2014. The Land Development Department, the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Soil and Fertilizer Society of Thailand, Soil and Water Conservation Society of Thailand and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) are joining hands organizing the day to commemorate the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 87th birthday, and to raise public awareness of soil and its contribution to humanity and the environment Soil is a critical component of the natural system and a vital contributor to the human commonwealth through its contribution to food, water and energy security and a mitigator of biodiversity loss and climate change. H is Majesty the K ing has long realized the impacts of soil degradation caused by nature and as a result of poor soil management. HM the King has developed a strong commitment to protecting Thailand’s soil resources through numerous Royal Projects. Soils have been neglected for too long. The World Soil Day campaign aims to connect people with soils and raise awareness on their critical importance in our lives. Humans have failed to connect soil with food, water, climate, biodiversity and life. Everyone must change their attitude and take up some preserving and restoring actions. @thephuketnews

ublic and private agricultural biotechnology researchers in Thailand may soon get the green light from the government to openly develop genetically modified organisms (GMOs) from four economic crops. Gen Prayuth’s government recently appointed a committee to consider lifting the kingdom’s ban on open field GMO trials , specifically for four crops, namely maize, cassava, palm and sugar cane. GMO produce and products widely processed and/or consumed in the kingdom include soya, corn, papaya and cotton. Though some of it is imported to the kingdom from places like the Philippines and US, where GMO regulations are lax at best, Thai farmers are increasingly cultivating GMO produce. Meanwhile, environmental watchdog Greenpeace has urged General Prayuth’s government to stop pushing for open field trials of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the kingdom, but to little avail. The Supreme Administrative Court last month dismissed a lawsuit filed by Greenpeace in 2006 against the Department of Agriculture (DOA) for negligence in the papaya contamination scandal in 2004, when activists had exposed contamination from the DOA’s experimental GMO papaya plantation in Khon Kaen. Though criminal charges of theft, trespassing and destruction of property were successfully lodged by the Department of Agriculture against the Greenpeace activists, no one has ever been held accountable for the GMO contamination, in Khon Kaen and in the dozens of other cases that have surfaced over the past two decades across Thailand, despite a GMO testing being banned. Greenpeace believes that maintaining the ban means the Thai government could continue to define Thailand’s own agricultural policies, which the group says, should be ecologically, socially, economically and culturally appropriate to the country’s unique circumstances. The ban also protects the rights of Thai people and communities from corporate control of agriculture. Tara Buakamsri, Thailand Country Director of Greenpeace Southeast Asia said: “Whether or not the Department of Agriculture (DOA) is found guilty of negligence in the management of its GM papaya

Volunteers protest GMOs (left) and help a farmer clear and decontaminate his farm which was found to be contaminated by genetically engineered papaya. Photo: Greenpeace / Vinai Dithajohn field trials in Khon Kaen province in 2004, the fact is that GMO contamination already occurred in many provinces. “This is the biggest lesson learned by Thailand and it proves that experiments on GMOs on the ground in open fields are uncontrollable.” Just last month, after the new government was installed by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives (MOAC) has opened up the possibility of using GMO technology to improve four economic crops: maize, cassava, palm and sugar cane. The MOAC is considering GMOs “an option” for increasing yields, controlling costs, and cutting down on pesticide use – despite independent studies that show that GMOs do not increase yield but

push up prices and encourage the use of pesticides. Alongkorn Konthong, Director of the Biotechnology Research and Development Office, the Department of Agriculture is planning to ask the NCPO to lift the cabinet’s 2007 resolution banning GMO field trials. “Removing the ban on field trials would amount to widespread GMO contamination in Thailand—endangering the important food crops on which millions of Thais depend. Aside from the papaya contamination in Thailand, experiences around the world, such as in the US, have shown that GMO contamination is nearly impossible to reverse. The consequences to Thailand agriculture will be grave should such contamination continue,” he added.

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A riverside base for exploration Alasdair Forbes execeditor@classactmedia.co.th

Above, from left, the exterior and interior of Phra Maha Chedit Chai Mongkol; the Mekong at Mukdahan. Centre of page: Roch formations at Phu Pha Thoep.

ukdahan is a small city. It has about 150,000 people, and from the roof on top of the 16-floor River City Hotel you can see how quickly the buildings melt away into the surrounding rice fields. But the city’s attention is focused not on the fields but on the Mekong River, muddy brown and a kilometre wide, dwarfing anything else in the landscape. Cargo boats constantly set off from the quay for Suvannakhet on the other side, with all manner of goods for Laos. They are watched as they depart by the effigies of two Laotian princesses in the Chaomae Song Nang Phi Nong shrine. The princesses drowned while crossing the river at about the time of the founding of the city, in 1770, and their spirits, it is said, have watched over the city ever since. There’s not a huge amount to see in the city; once you’ve strolled along the wide river promenade, gone to the top of the River City, taken the lift to the top of the Mukdahan Tower, visited the quirky mountaintop

Wat Khao Manorom with its Big Buddha under construction and its tributes to UFOs and aliens, then spent an evening at the Indochina Market, you’ve just about done it all. But Mukdahan is a great base for exploring the border provinces of Isan. A few miles outside the city is Phu Pha Thoep national park, famed (locally at least) for its weird rock formations. Carved over millions of years by winds and rain, great rocks sit perilously atop one another. Walking under them is slightly unnerving, and not many people venture too far from the park entrance. Do so, however, and there is a delightful walk of an hour or two as far as the Camel Rock (which looks nothing like a camel) to the edge of cliff looking over a heavily wooded valley far below. Parts of the plateau are covered with wild flowers which, in October and November, when they are in bloom, attract hordes of photographers and romantic couples. To the north of Mukdahan is Phra Tat Phanom, with its graceful Laostyle chedi. Built in the 1500s by King

Setthathirath of Lan Xang, the elegant structure shines white and gold and is a favourite backdrop for people to take photos. Anyone who has visited Wat Chalong in Phuket will recognise the shape – at Wat Chalong the spire on the main building has the same Laotian shape. In the opposite direction, to the southwest of Mukdahan, just inside Roi Et Province, is Phra Maha Chedi Chai Mongkol – an absolute must-see. This is not a wat in the classic sense. There are no monks, though when it is finished it will be a Buddhist study and conference centre. It was built (and continues to be built – it’s far from finished) to house Buddha relics. With a nod to the name of the province, the width from wall to wall of the octagonal site is 101 metres, and the central chedi is 101 metres high. The area on which it is built is 101 rai. For a shrine it is huge. It is also intricately and richly decorated, in and out. There’s not a square centimetre of bare wall. The ceilings, in particular, are spectacular, with jewellike detail. Walking around, one can’t help thinking that one’s sense of wonder must be similar to that of believers visiting for the first time one of the great cathedrals of Europe when they were completed and decorated. At the very top of the main chedi the finial is made of gold – sixty kilos of it. Outside the main court the entire site is surrounded by a wall that echoes the Great Wall of China – not nearly as high, but as broad on top, with dozens of rooms below. All this was paid for with donations from the public. And it costs just B20 to go in.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2014

Revitalise with a raw food diet HEALTH MATTERS Susanna Eduini anna@santosaphuket.com

Raw food is anything that is prepared below 105 degrees. There is no boiling, no deep frying, no steaming, no oven baking.

y journey into raw food started almost eight years ago, here in Thailand. I was instantly “captured” and fascinated by the endless possibilities that a raw food diet can offer. I was raised in a family where food was very important, and where there was a certain kind of knowledge: we take our protein from meat, we need to drink cow milk, and so on. I have lived on both sides of the food spectrum. I got into a habit of eating comfort and junk food until I got sick and I discovered that “food” is actually what can make us more healthy, vibrant and energetic. So I decided to become a vegetarian, then vegan and then finally, a “raw foodist”. A vegan raw foodist to be exact. And this was the best choice I have ever made.

Purely unprocessed

Susanna Eduini is the Executive Chef at Santosa Wellness Centre in Phuket, Thailand. She describes herself as a Meta-Coach, Autrice & Spiritual Chef and offers coaching sessions about food and cooking classes. She is the author of three best-seller books about raw food, published in Italy by Edizioni MyLife.

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So what is raw food? Raw food is anything that is prepared below 105 degrees. There is no boiling, no deep frying, no steaming, no oven baking. The ingredients can be marinated, dehydrated and blended, so the uncooked foods retain their good nutrients, which ultimately gives us a vibrant, healthy and happy state of mind. They are easy to digest so our bodies are less taxed and we can use this extra energy to perform to our full potential, work towards our goals and ambitions and manifest

Susanna Eduini. them into reality. Raw food generally promotes well being and consciousness of the body, mind and spirit. It has a deep impact and effect on our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and sexual levels.

Real Results

What results can you expect from eating raw food? First of all, an increased amount of energy. This is what amazed me more than anything. After two days on raw food, I felt full of energy and vitality. As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll also feel your skin and hair blossom. You’ll find yourself sleeping better, having less flu and colds and you will lose your food cravings. Vegan raw food eliminates refined flours,

sugars, as well as dairy products and milk from your diet, helping you to overcome “addictions” to certain types of food. You’ll also have fewer allergies, as well as many more fascinating facts you will discover.

Right Balance

How much raw food do we need to eat in order to get these results? Many people eat only around 50 per cent of raw foods and receive tremendous benefits. As long as you know which are the most important foods to eat and avoid, you will succeed. The food we eat can literally shape our body and our thoughts. You will have a feeling of lightness, energy and joy of being able to eat whenever you want and what you want, taking care of yourself.

8 DINING

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An authentic Phuket breakfast STREET EATS Nattha Thepbamrung reporter3@classactmedia.co.th

The cooks put a lot of effort into the dim sum and the flavours are so fresh you can feel them through every mouthful.

hen you think of a good old Western breakfast, you imagine some crusty toast, ham, an omelette, pancakes, cereal or other similar tasty food, but here in Phuket a traditional local breakfast is quite the opposite. The culture in Phuket is a mix of Thai Buddhists and Muslims, with over half the locals a mix of Chinese. This is why Chinesestyle food can be found among any of the island’s popular dishes, from breakfast to dinner or street food. One of the most popular breakfasts for Phuketian’s is Siao Boi, otherwise known as Dim Sum, which has a unique spicy, yet sweet thick red sauce. Yaowamal Woaranopakul is the owner of Juan Hiang restaurant and she is the oldest owner of a Siao Boi restaurant in Phuket. The menu has largely developed over the years but the unique sauce is something that no one can copy. “There were around 10 different kinds of Siao Boi when my father was responsible. We have around 50 dishes, mixing authentic recipes with modern tastes and ingredients. However, we have kept the original recipe for the sauce, something you won’t find in other restaurants. “We have five Siao Boi restaurants in total in the family: three Boonrat dim sum branches, the Juan Hiang branch and another one in the Samkong area,” she explained. “The cooks put a lot of effort into the dim sum and the flavours are so fresh you can feel them through every mouthful. Their attention to detail and efforts in making the dim sum, is the key to our success.” Ms Yaowamal said there are a number of Siao Boi restaurants around Phuket, but so few actually make their own food – they just head to the nearest convenience store and buy ready made food.

(Above) Juan Hiang restaurant, (below) a selection of Siao Boi.

“We make our own homemade Siao Boi every evening, in preparation for the next morning. “We care about the taste and freshness of the food, which is why I think the business has continued smoothly over the last century,” she said.

A Phuket Thanksgiving with Chef Charlie There are

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only a handful of places in Phuket that prepare a traditional American Thanksgiving feast and Friendship Beach has been serving it up since 2003. American chef Charles Maurer prepared the dinner of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and more as a live band played a medley of music on Nov. 27. “I really try and put a lot of effort, heart and soul into this. It’s a traditional preparation. Some of these recipes are from my family, like the cranberry sauce and the stuffing. They’ve been in my family for 80 years at least,” Maurer said.

Phuket is home to the some of the most fabulous retreats and resorts in the country and region if not world. Yet it’s mostly tourists from distant lands who get to enjoy them. But more options for island residents are starting to emerge. The Avista Hideaway Resort & Spa is offering a fantastic Day Pass promotion specifically geared at local residents who want to enjoy all the amenities of a five star resort but without the sheets. For a mere B999++ per person, the Day Pass gives you full access to the property’s two swimming pools, with a gym towel, coupons for a Ketel One beverage and meal (serving pizza, burgers, noodles, fried rice), a 25 per cent discount on their spa, and free use of the hotel’s other facilities and activities (gym, game room, kid’s club and library). Or perhaps you just want to wind down in paradise at the Rendezvue Rooftop Bar? From 7-9pm daily, enjoy Ketel One beverages with the “Shake Your Own” promotion for only B250++ per person. For more information call 076-681 681, or email reservations@avistahotelsandresorts. See also hideaway.avistahotelsandresorts.com

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A poolside brunch that really Rocks Mediterranean infused dishes meet exotic Thai flavours on Kata’s newest hilltop restaurant Dalia Hilmi editor1@classactmedia.co.th

A selection of Mediterranean antipasto platters, seafood, charcuterie and dips were brought out and we really were spoilt for choice.

(From top) grilled polenta cake with prosciutto; lamb, mint and spinach salad served with pork belly; sponge cake filled with whipped cream and caramel, topped with tasty nuts. @thephuketnews

ucked into the rocks above Kata Point, Kata Rock’s Restaurant and Bar is Phuket’s newest and finest culinary experience, making it the top sunset venue for drinking and dining. The restaurant uses the freshest produce available and the menu is an enticing mix of modern Mediterranean with a hint of Thai flavours and local spice. I recently attended the launch of their weekly Sunday Chill poolside brunch. We started off with some refreshing drinks by the pool and some delightful canapés. Grilled sourdough crusty bread, with a layer of Joselito Iberico ham and shaved parmesan cheese. Simple yet divine. After a few glasses of bubbles, we were taken to our table which was beautifully presented. A selection of Mediterranean antipasto platters, seafood, charcuterie and dips were brought out and we really were spoilt for choice. Marinated olives; stuffed mushrooms with a crispy coating; tasty hummus flat breads; potato tortilla topped with roasted garlic, aioli and Italian sausage; grilled polenta cake; and antipasto vegetables, were just a few of the choices on offer. Just when I thought we were finished, they brought out even more scrumptious plates. The sweetcorn pancakes, prosciutto and asparagus tomato jam were delicious, with each mouthful even tastier than the last. There was also lamb, mint and spinach salad with grilled pork belly as well as scrambled eggs and bacon served on sourdough bread.

Now, onto my favourite part of the day. The desserts. A large cone of chocolate profiteroles stuffed with whipped cream was the star of the day. The delicate combination of chocolate and rich cream melts in your mouth and was made to perfection. As if that wasn’t enough, we were also offered sponge cake filled with softly whipped cream and caramel, topped with a selection of tasty nuts. Afterwards, we relaxed with a few more cocktails by the beautiful infinity pool, accompanied by the house DJ playing some chilled out beats. It was the perfect way to digest and finish off the day! Overall the brunch was truly fantastic and the selection of mouthwatering tapas dishes were exceptional.

The service was second-to-none and it’s safe to say, there’s no better way to spend your Sunday than by the beautiful hill top Kata Rocks Hotel.

A large cone of chocolate and original profiteroles, stuffed with tasty whipped cream, was on offer.

12 TECHNOLOGY

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Thai internet use growth tops the globe

IN BRIEF China bans web slang

China’s State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (SAPPRFT) issued new rules last week that forbid all TV shows and ads from using slang terms from the internet. According to Techinasia.com, the new rules are meant to curb the use of web slang that imitates “standard” colloquial expressians. SAPPRFT’s document stressed the historical significance of China’s language and that TV producers and ad agencies cannot “wantonly change or use expressions to create a divide with culture and linguistic chaos.” The law also calls on content producers to strengthen oversight to comply with the new regulations.

Sony hackers leak films for download

Five films were leaked to file-sharing websites after a hacking attack on Sony Pictures Entertainment took place last week. Four of the films have not been released, including Mr. Turner, Still Alive, To Write Love on Her Arms, and Annie. The last film, Fury, was released earlier this year.

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Sony have reached out to outside security consultants to learn more about what happened in the web attack, which also includes an investigation on the possibility that hackers working for the North Korean government may have carried out the attack out of China.

Euro lawmakers back Google break-up

The European Parliament voted overwhelmingly for the break-up of Google last week in a largely symbolic vote that casts another blow in the standoff between Brussels and the US Internet giant. MEPs assembled in Strasbourg approved a resolution calling on the EU to consider ordering search engines to separate their commercial services from their businesses. While Google is not directly mentioned in the proposal, the California-based search engine is clearly the target. The resolution passed with 384 in favour and only 174 votes against. The European Parliament has no power to launch the break-up of Google, but the move, introduced by two senior lawmakers, is a further indication that the mood towards the company in Europe has soured, which began in 2010 over the “right to be forgotten” clash about privacy. AFP

Photo: Carlos Blau.

nternet use in Thailand has risen at the highest rate in the world, climbing 34 ranks in the latest global study conducted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). In the Measuring the Information Society Report 2014, Thailand’s internet use ranked in 71st place, up from 105th of the total of 166 countries studied by the organisation. Fiji had the second fastest growth, climbing 24 places to 72nd place, and Burkina Faso was third, rising by 13 places to 142nd. Thakorn Tanthasit, secretarygeneral of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), said the sharp rise in the internet use in Thailand was partly supported by the allocation of the international-standard 2.1-gigahertz band for third-generation (3G) mobile services and the increase in mobile internet use. As the result of improvements in the internet use, Thailand’s

overall ICT Development Index (IDI) has improved to 81st place, up by 10 places. Internet use is a factor for the measurement of the IDI, other factors include the access and the skills. He said the study was in line with the earlier study by the World Economic Forum on ICT competitiveness in 2014 through the Network Readiness Index (NRI), in which Thailand was ranked 67th, up from 74th in 2013. Mr Thakorn said the competitiveness of Thailand had improved as the country offered affordable mobile phone tariffs and penetration of mobile phones, as well as the rise in social media use. Although Thailand started us-

TOP CONSOLE GAMES THIS WEEK

ing 3G mobile services later than most other countries, the conversion rate from second-generation to 3G was the fastest in the world. Thailand is now the third largest Facebook user and the second-largest Line user, after Japan. Bangkok Post

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FILM 13

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Harry Potter, the damned FILM REVIEW JP Mestanza

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HORNS

Director: Alexandre Aja Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Max Minghella, Joe Anderson, Juno Temple, Kelli Garner, James Remar and David Morse. Running time: 120 minutss

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re you horny? “Getting warmer.” The opening lines to Daniel Radcliffe’s coming out party turns out to have multiple meanings and it’s this binary disposition that makes Horns a standout film in a sea of average adapatations. Though this film is based off of Joe Hill’s dark fantasy novel of the same name, Director Alexandre Aja’s unique vision and tone gives the film a fair bit of muscles set for flexin’. Horns showcases a battle between good and evil, though it’s not clear who – other than Ig – is on which side. From the get-go, Aja leads audiences through a small town inhabited by pleasant folk. Our town, however, begins to unravel within the first half and by the final act it’s clear that these are people who have sinister thoughts and emotions, much like our own. Except these people say these terrible things out loud! In the film, Ig Parrish (Radcliffe) is the prime suspect in the rape and murder of his longtime girlfriend Merrin (Juno Temple). One day, Ig wakes up with horns coming out of his cranium and realises that anyone who is near tells him about the evil thoughts they have inside their own head. Ig is hated in the community for what he is accused to have done and is, naturally, having a difficult time coping with the entire situation considering he doesn’t remember the actual incident. The audience follows Ig as he uses the horns, and his abilities, to dis-

cover the truth about Merrin’s murder. Religion is peppered throughout Horns with direct allegories that even the characters love to point out. Both Ig and Merrin grew up going to church and it’s not lost on anyone that Satan was a fallen angel.These notes become part of a larger weave the films spins, piling on meaning and metaphors with every step Ig takes. Horns is not subtle in the least about it’s good/evil trope and uses it to make way for the power of hindsight, since it’s the horns that become a release for Ig in a community where everyone hates him. The most menacing part of the whole film is that the horns become acceptable

because it’s on a “murderer’s” head – Ig is “the devil” for what he “did”. The film’s final act foments an appreciation of the beginning and the consistent tone that Aja employs. A satisfying ending makes Horns a respectable and re-watchable film. Radcliffe’s performance was spot on as well, with an American accent that was more than acceptable. In fact, four of the main characters in this film were British – all with very believable accents. For Radcliffe, however, this is just a horny warm-up as he embarks on a path to make audience’s forget about the role that made him famous in the first place.

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Latino night in Karon

Karon Beach Square, which opened at the end of October, is running a series of fun events to persuade people to walk in off the street and sample its excellent food and drink. On November 23 it featured live jazz and on Saturday (November 29) it attracted admiring crowds along the Karon seafront road when two couples put on a display of Latino dancing, then offered short lessons to those who thought it looked like fun. Karon Beach Square has a menu that includes Thai and international favourites and also a large range of pizzas. Mixologist Joey (from South Africa via Dubai) keeps all at the bar entertained. The next special evening will be an Arabian Night on December 13, following by a Tropical Night on January 17.

The hottest Toms of Thailand

he Mr. @ Tom Actz competition was held on November 30 to find the country’s hottest toms. Held by Mr. @Tom Actz magazine, hundreds of family members, friends and fans gathered at the Hollywood Awards Hall on Ratchadapisek 8 to cheer for their favourite contestants. Not surprisingly, the majority of the final 10 contestants tried to win over the judges by showing off their singing and dancing skills. Every rhythmic shake of the shoulders and hips was greeted with loud cheers from the assembled crowd. At the end of the night, the top three toms were chosen based on their performances in the talent show and their answers to the judges’ questions. The coveted fifth Mr. @Tom Actz of

2014 was awarded to Wanaporn “Pat” Buraporn, 24, a student from Dusit Thani College. The “Smart Tom” title was claimed by Patcharee “Zom” Anantaweerat, 30, an artist manager, who is also in our Thailand’s Top 10 Hottest Toms of Instagram. The “Smart Tom” title was claimed by Patcharee “Zom” Anantaweerat, 30, an artist manager, who is also in our Thailand’s Top 10 Hottest Toms of Instagram. The “Mr. Popular Vote” title went to Jindarat “Milk” Boonyawattanatorn, 21, a Bangkok University student. This year there was a new title, the “Jury’s Prize” which was awarded to the judges’ favourite tom. It was won by Chutikarn “Nan” Boontham, 20, a student from the Metro Technology School, Chiang Mai. Stay tuned for our full story on Coconuts Bangkok and Coconuts TV.

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Blindfold Muay Thai.

BLACK TIE MUAY THAI

Angela and Alicia get ready to throw down.

An evening full of punches, kicks and elbows took place in the name of charity as Phuket Has Been Good To Us Foundation hosted their first ever Black Tie Muay Thai event at Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort on Nov. 29. Dozens came out to the chic event, which featured a blindfold fight, raffles and an unforgetable main event!

Mr Kevin Gambir, Euro Creations VP; Mr Komol Gambir, Euro Creations President; Ms Nishamon Paiboonnakulkij, Marketing Manager at Euro Creations and Mr Phairot Hanwananon, Vice president of Light Style (Thailand).

ITALIAN INTERIORS BY EURO CREATIONS Euro Creations and Light Style company held a thank you party for its high-end property clientèle at the Natuzzi Showroom at Hafele Phuket last Saturday, November 29. The evening’s entertainment featured a live band, free flow of drinks and food, with catering provided by the Saneha and Wonderland teams. The occasion also provided an opportunity for the firm to showcase some of its new collections imported straight from Italy.

SOFITEL COOL PARTY A night of dancing to the tunes of some of the best DJs to ever step foot on the island took place on Noc 29 at Sofitel Krabi Phokeetra. The Cool Party at Sofitel also saw a mini concert by Bie Sukrit Wisetkaew and a set by Djs Fred Jungo, KC, Neil Thorpe and a special appearance by former Miss Universe Natalie Glebova.

ANANTARA COCKTAIL EVENING

Dozens turned out to mingle and network at Anantara Phuket Layan’s Cocktail evening event on November 25. @thephuketnews

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LAUNCH OF KATA ROCKS The highly-anticipated grand opening of six-star boutique resort Kata Rocks took place on Nov. 28 with a chic party full of 250 VIP guests and headlined by the “Godfather of Chill” DJ José Padilla.

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QSI VISITS CLASS ACT MEDIA Members of QSI International School visited Class Act Media headquarters in Kathu on Friday, November 28.

(L to R) Faye Handley, Mary MacDonald, Janet Davies, David MacDonald and Paul Davies.

(L to R) Paul Davies, Kevin Gambier, Kata Rocks developer Richard Pope and Yanee Duangdee.

(L to R) Malinie Sucharittanarak, Luke and Poy Remmers.

Andy Joyce, CAM Sales Director; Russ Page, QSI Director, and Joe Brogan, journalism tutor.

AVIASALES CELEBRATES Aviasales team and numerous guests enjoyed the night of fun and celebration at Aviasales’ 7th Anniversary celebrations at the Photo Hotel in southern Phuket on Sunday, November 30.

Aviasales and Jet Radar management team.

HARD ROCK GIVES BACK The Hard Rock Cafe hosted their 5th Anniversary event all weekend long with festivities from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1. The hotel also gave B100,00 to the Phuket Special Education Center.

CARBON FREE DINNER Patong Mayor Chalermluck Kebsup (left) with new Hard Rock Cafe GM Steven Reynolds.

The Edge at Aleenta Phuket Phangnga hosted their Carbon Free Charity Dinner to support the Pure Blue Foundation, a non-profit organisation that aims to protect the oceans and coral reefs in Thailand.

FOUR YEARS OF CENTRA Khun Whitaya Taweewongsap, owner of Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong came to celebrate the 4th Anniversary of the hotel along with General Manager Khun Wilawan Chiammanasombut and the whole team on November 25.

Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong team.

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Sue Ultmann and Brian connelly, President of the IWFS Phuket.

INT’L WINE & FOOD SOCIETY Baan Rim Pa in Kalim was the place to be on Nov. 27 as the Phuket chapter of the International Wine & Food Society held their November dinner with dozens taking part.

Melody Williams, Randy Chinn, Tina Hall.

GOKOVA AT PHUKET KING’S CUP Gokova sailing school and Vista del Mar joined King’s Cup 2014 with an all ladies crew. On the first racing day the team came second in the Cru.

Gokova Sailing.

ENCHANTMENT UNDER THE SEA Le Meridien Patong was the site of Enchantment Under the Seas grand dinner on Nov. 27, a fund raiser for SARF charity, run by Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

YIM KIDS CHARITY Novotel Phuket Vintage Park was the site of a charity event for the Yim Kids (smile kids) charity on Nov. 28.

BBQ BEATDOWN 79 Tiger Muay Thai & MMA Training Camp in Phuket hosted their monthly BBQ Beatdown on Nov. 29. @thephuketnews

Brett (second right left) and Bella (far right) with several party goers.

QATAR AIRWAYS THANKS PRESS Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort was the site of the Qatar Airways Thank the Press Party on Nov. 26.

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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

6 DEC Phuket Walking Street Phuket Walking Street, “Laad Yai” is a Village & Community Development Potential Project (SML) of the “Old Phuket Town Community” in Laad Yai, Phuket Town. The visitors can enjoy the Old Phuket Town atmosphere which benefit to the local economic growth in the Old Phuket Town community. Open every Sunday from 16.00 - 22.00 Hrs. For more info visit facebook.com/phuketwalkingstreet or contact: 089 474 5253. Proudly supported by Class Act Media The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

Jazz, Blues & BBQ at Dewa Phuket Fridays from 7pm Enjoy live jazz with a delicious banquet of grilled meats, fresh seafood and more. From THB 800++ per guest Book Now: 076 372 300, Person: RSVP, Address: Dewa phuket, Email: sales2@dewaphuket.com

Pool Competition at Expat Sports Bar Pool Competition at 9pm Expat Sports Bar, Soi Taipan,Patong. See map at www.expatguesthouse.com.

CATCH OF THE DAY @ THE WESTIN Indulge in a variety of fresh seafood from our extensive buffet. Choose the day’s freshest catch on the live grill. Enjoy a fantastic selection of gourmet dishes, Andaman seafood on ice and delicious desserts. Every Friday 6pm-11pm at Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Siray Bay Resort & Spa, Phuket. THB1,400++ per person. Kids 4-12 years old get 50% discount. For reservations, please call 076335600. BRING OUR AD TO GET 20% DISCOUNT! 076-335600. fb.phuket@ westin.com

BBQ at Expat Hotel

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For THB 499/-nett. All you can eat

Christmas Market Indian Curry Night on Fridays Come to Navrang Mahal in Karon Sea Sands Resort & Spa for an authentic Indian Feast every Friday in Karon Beach. Try out our delicious naans, mutton vindaloo, chicken tandoori, dal makhini, butter chicken, samosas, lassis and many more mouth-watering dishes. For only 499/- nett and special reduced prices on drinks, 076-286464 Ext 4.

Sunday Poolside Chill Out Brunch at Kata Rocks Chill out poolside every Sunday for brunch, with our shared table family style dining along with live chill out music. Chef serves modern Mediterranean inspired plates and platters with an Australasian accent. Relax the afternoon away enjoy the brunch then cool off in our stunning 35 meter oceanfront infinity pool Chilled live beats will set the tone and backdrop to the perfect Sunday session 12 noon till 4 pm every Sunday 1500++ per person for brunch and 2500++ including free flow of selected beverages Reservations required, Person: Reservation, Email: reservations@katarocks.com , Phone: +66(0)76 370 777

Time 8pm, Expat Sports Bar, Expat, Soi Taipan, Patong. www.expatsports bar.com.

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It’s for the whole family! Venue: Plaza Del Mar (Behind BAKE at Cherngtalay) Saturday, 6th December 2014. 11 am-5pm. Things that will charm you. Gifts, Decorations, Ornments, Cards, Art & Crafts, Jewellery, Clothes, Handbags, Toys, Confectionary. Things that will delight you. Food & Drinks, Santa’s Grotto, Clowns, Magic Show, Carols, Face Painting, Cookie Decorating, Fabulous prizes to be won. Vendor tables are available for a donation of 500 Baht per table. Please E-mail Donna Toon: donna_scot@toon.co.nz

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SWASDEE SIAM at Dewa Phuket Mondays from 7pm An evening of Thai cultural performance and aromatic flavours from our Thai kitchen. Just THB 650++ per guest Kids Eat Half Price Book Now: 076 372 300, Person : RSVP , Address : Dewa phuket , Email : sales2@ dewaphuket.com

Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Every Saturday night, Num Noi Singpatong, the head trainer and owner of Singpatong + Sitnumnoi gym in Patong Beach, hosts an elite fight series “Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Saturday fight night” at Patong Boxing Stadium (Sai Nam Yen Road), where top international and Thai fighters compete. Visit pattongboxingstadium.com for more info. Proudly supported by Class Act Media. Remark: Free transportation in Patong, Karon, Kata areas when requested in advance.

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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. fbphuket@banyantree.com

Traditional Sunday Roast Angus O’Tool’s Karon Beach Lunch or dinner served from 2pm. Your

Free Sauna TRX – Santosa Signature training Santosa Wellness Center is the home of Phuket’s only certified, open TRX class. Born in the Navy SEALs, TRX Suspension Training bodyweight exercise develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. TRX is the original workout system that leverages gravity and bodyweight to perform hundreds of exercises. TRX is highly functional and efficient in achieving extreme results quickly! To book this class, or to find out the other TRX class times, please go to www.santosaphuket.com or facebook, Santosa Wellness Center. 076 330 600 Patak Rd, Kata.

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Zumba in the Jungle We do not consider Zumba a class, it is a fitness party! Making exercising fun, the dynamic Latin-based dance workout has taken the fitness world by storm. Vibrant and energetic, an hour of serious cardio passes by in such a flurry of colourful smiles, that it doesn’t feel like exercise at all! Join us at Santosa, where the formidable Geti Pici transforms our fitness pavilion into a fit-party! To book this class, or to find out the other Zumba class times, please go to www.santosaphuket.com or find us on facebook, Santosa Wellness Center. 076 330 600 Patak Rd, Kata.

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VNEA Pool Leagues Season 2 Join Thailand’s Largest Pool League ! Have Fun - Meet People - Play Pool For more details LIKE us on www.facebook.com/vneaphuket or call: 085 797 0005 For Schedules, Standings & Statistics check out: www.compusport.us Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

ing compressed joints and re-aligning the body. The practice uses graceful, trapezelike movements which sometimes seem like acrobatics. A wonderful way to do inversion poses, aerial yoga really is an innovative fitness trend, and Santosa are extremely proud to be the only center in Phuket offering suspended movement in every direction along with stimulation of the organs, muscles and bones. To book this class, or to find out the other Aerial yoga class times, please go to www.santosaphuket.com or find us on facebook, Santosa Wellness Center. 076 330 600. Patak Rd, Kata, colleen@santosaphuket.com

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Phuket Christmas Festival 2014

PASTA MANIA at Dewa Phuket Wednesdays from 7pm Savour the flavours of Italy with fresh pasta, homemade sauces, tasty appetizers and desserts. Just THB 650++ per guest Kids Eat Half Price Book Now: 076 372 300, Person: RSVP, Address: Dewa phuket, Email: sales2@dewaphuket.com

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Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization (PPAO) and Phuket Christian Committee are proud to present the “Phuket Christmas Festival 2014” – a fun, festive event for the whole family to be held at Surakul sports stadium on Saturday, December 20, from 5-10pm. Come and enjoy games, prizes, food, drinks and snacks (all for free), a “Mini Concert” by Ten Nararak/Pure KPN and much more. Come share the most beautiful moment of giving and receiving, and be a part of the greatest love this world has ever known, the one and only love of Jesus Christ.

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Khun Nick, Address: Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong, Email: saleschp@chr.co.th, Phone: 081 171 0143

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Celebrate new year 2015 in spectacular style 31st Dec’14 New Year Eve ‘Le Chic de Siam’ Beach Masquerade Ball Maikhao DreamPines Beach Club Classical performances featuring numbers from famous broadway Musicals “Phantom of the Opera” and “Chicago”, opera, ballet and jazz Tel 076-371371 (24 hrs) or 076-371321 (08:00–18:30 hrs)

Centra Carnival at Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong New Year Celebrations Centra Carnival. Patong’s best spot to wind down and welcome the new year. Be surrounded by nice people, great foods, amazing drinks and spectacular firework. Price: THB2,500net per Adult and THB1,250net (Age 6-13 years old), Person: Khun Nick, Address: Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong, Email: saleschp@chr.co.th, Phone: 081 171 0143

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Christmas Eve BBQ Dinner

The 19th Andaman Motor Show 2014 On 11 - 17 December 2014 at Central Festival Phuket. You can view new model cars from high-end brands such as Ford, Mitsubishi Tainsin Motor, Nissan, Mazda, Honda, Subaru and Lexus. Also on display is car audio, car decorations, car electrics and many more from the auto industry. Class Act Media is a proud supporter of this event.

Warm up with classic Christmas drinks before feasting on authentic festive season dishes from around the world accompanied by live entertainment and carol singing, plus the chance to win super prizes, including wine, dining and spa vouchers in the lucky prize draw! Venue: KEE Kitchen Adults THB 1,850 Children (4-12 years) THB 925, Person: Reservation, Address: The KEE Resort Patong, Email: pr1@thekeeresort.com, Phone: 076 335 888

Silver Christmas at Mix Bistro Restaurant Aerial Yoga–Unique to Santosa The fluid, gravity-defying twist on yoga shows how we can learn to fly whilst reliev-

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Celebrate Christmas with traditional favourites such as carved turkey, roasted beef and fresh seafood. THB 950net per adult and THB 500net per child., Person:

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RBFC THAILAND 2015 ‘Classic’ Sport Fishing Tournament To be held 18 to 20 March 2015 off the beautiful Similan Islands, the tournament boasts the most generous prize money in Asia!!! At least 20 boats have already confirmed, including teams from Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Germany, Oman, Hong Kong and Singapore. For further details please contact Warren Crowe Tel: +66(0) 812704291 or Andy Bright Tel: +66(0) 862739948. E-mail: info@rawaibeachfishingclub.com

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PIMEX: 12th Phuket International Boat Show Marine and More: Phuket’s Ultimate Luxury Lifestyle Show. Held at Royal Phuket Marina, the home of Asia’s favourite Boat Show since 2007. PIMEX is an established and successful event in the marine and leisure calendar. As the 2014 edition showed, the show is well attended by luxury brands and individuals keen to buy. Over 3,800 individuals were involved and USD$25 million of product was sold with many more leads followed up after the show. Like its location, PIMEX is a relaxed event where participants celebrate the boating, leisure and luxury lifestyle in an ideal tropical destination. The show is more than boats on display but also an opportunity to see the latest luxury cars, properties and engage in some Phuket hospitality. www.phuketboatshow.com Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

Online Marketing Workshop to Increase Your Sales Are you a business owner or entrepreneur wanting to learn the full story of Online Marketing, SEO and Social Media marketing? If you want to communicate with your customers more effectively, this workshop is perfect for you! No prior experience needed. Book our 8-hour course today, and you won’t be missing out on consumers who are searching for your company on Google right now!, Address: Coffee Brick Phuket, info@webcoursesbangkok.com,02-679-8607

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Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York Across 1. Pro bono. What word is next, and what does the phrase mean? 2. In 1944, if you were British, what would you be referring to if you talked about a “Doodlebug”? 3. Where did the design for cowboy hats originate? 4. Where is the deepest part of the world’s oceans? 5. How many islands are there in Indonesia? Answers below, centre.

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Birdie” 62. About-face 1. Passage 63. Son of Rebekah 5. Tropical starchy root 64. Prayer pronoun 9. Jerk 65. Parisian flower 14. Prefix for scoliosis 66. Mare’s-nest 15. Kind of number 67. Variety of 16. Like some fiction? chalcedony 17. Accepts with aplomb Down 20. Watch word? 21. Waterproof fabric 1. Star in Perseus 22. Trattoria order 2. Skin layer 25. Not only that but 3. Penn and others also 4. South Seas 26. Synthetic fiber kingdom 28. City on the Yamuna 5. Chapter in history River 6. Kind of mother 32. Support beam 37. Composer Albéniz 7. Carpenter’s groove 38. Wins out in the end 8. White rat, e.g. 9. Stupefied 41. Table-top design 10. Ripple, as water 42. Murder, e.g. 11. Therewithal 43. Christian name 44. Manufactured fiber 12. Kind of curl 13. Ragnarok, e.g. 46. Criticize harshly 47. 1976 satirical film 18. Wilt 19. Valley in Wales 53. Brunch order 23. Bill 58. Atlas, e.g. 59. Tune from “Bye, Bye 24. Husk

27. Like spinach salad 28. Chop-chop 29. French person 30. Indian music 31. In need of a massage 32. Scolded 33. Punjabi princess 34. Home of Vigeland Park 35. Principal 36. Lacking 37. Down 39. Directly 40. Adjust a violin 44. Figure in Maori mythology 45. Hymn of praise 46. Tubular pasta 48. Your, once 49. Fabric threads 50. Siouan language 51. Snake genus 52. Injured, in a way 53. Work 54. Speechless 55. Needle holder 56. Desolate 57. Mollify 60. Dance bit 61. Hindu month

Solutions to last week’s puzzles:

Answers to this week’s Pop Quiz: 1. Publico – “For the good of the public”; 2. A German V-1 Flying Bomb (an early cruise missile); 3. China; 4. The Marianas Trench; 5. 17,508.

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Percentage of Canadians who admit to having made love in a canoe.

Percentage of the world’s population who have six or more tattoos.

$1.08tn

Money owed by American students in student loans in 2014 (more than total credit card or car loan debt).

Percentage of the world’s natural forests that no longer exist.

Number of mates that a black widow spider can eat (yes, eat) in a day. Source: Uberfacts

This week in history

Colourful lanterns in Dragon Park, Phuket Town . Photo by Alasdair Forbes Got an unusual or particularly beautiful picture of Phuket? Email it to editor1@classactmedia.co.th

The Great Smog of 1952, a combination of cold fog and air pollution, descends upon London, killing at least 12,000 in the weeks and months that follow. ■■ December 6, 1240 The Rus city of Kiev falls to invading Mongols led by Batu Khan, who completely destroy it. ■■ December 7, 1941 T h e “d ay that will live in infamy”: The Imperial Japanese Nav y attacks the US Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. ■■ December 8, 1980 John Lennon is murdered by Mark David Chapman in front of The Dakota apartment building in New York City. ■■ December 9, 1960 The f irst episode of Coronation Street, the world’s longestrunning television soap opera, is broadcast in the United Kingdom. It continues to this day. ■■ December 10, 1799 Fra nce adopts t he met re a nd kilogramme as its official units of length and mass ‘a system for all people for all time’. ■■ December 11, 1998 Thai Airways Flight 261 crashes near Surat Thani Airport, killing 101 people. The pilot flying the Airbus A310-300 is thought to have suffered spatial disorientation. Source: Wikipedia thephuketnews

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Property PROPERTY FOR RENT CENTRAL KATHU CONDO. 1-BEDROOM dCondo Mine, near Kajonkiet school, main TescoLotus. Fully furnished, all mod cons, huge pool, fitness, security. Long-term preferred., Price: 11,000THB per month, Email: phuket.pn@gmail.com, Phone: 089 652 1951

Condominium for rent The Base, Downtown Phuket. 34 sqm,1 bedroom, fully furnished, security, fitness., Person: Suwit Traithipsirikul, Address: Opposite Central Festival, Email: tiwus@ hotmail.co.th, Phone: 081 537 9878

BOUTIQUE ROOM FOR RENT

1 Bedroom, Fully Furnished with Fiber Optic Wi-Fi, Safe & Good Location Rang Hill Area, Downtown Phuket. Friendly Local Neighborhood. Person: zhu, Email: zhunaumann@gmail.com, Phone: 0896683639

Large, Condo in Kathu

100sq.m, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, Fully Furnished Condo in Kathu with sweeping views over popular golf course. Large communal swimming pool, Gym, 24 hour security and undercover parking. Available now, asking 40,000 p/m for 6 month contract, longer and shorter we can discuss. Contact 0878891486, English speaking, Email : lauren.p.stjames@gmail.com

7 bedrooms golf view for rent 7 AC bedrooms, golf view. private swimming pool in Anuphas Golf Ville, Kathu, Phuket close to all shopping malls and international schools. L: 20/56 Moo 2 Thepkrasattri Road, Koh Keaw, Muang, Phuket 83200, Contact Waleeporn. Tel: 0812713228, Fax : 076238947, info@procarpentering.com

Amazing Beachfront Villa 4 bedroom pool villa on

the beach for holiday rental. Stunning views. Fully furnished & fully equipped. Daily maid, villa manager, electricity, water and all maintenance included, Alex Seago, alexanderseago@gmail.com, 087-8923876

Large Space Apartment 48 sqm Sale&Rent Condo near Bangwad dam very convenience to shopping area & hospital.Comfortable living in big space studio start 48 sqm - 84 sqm. 1BED, 2BED, 3BED Fully furnished kitchen utensil. Surrounding in green area rent start 17,000/month

One Boutique Room For Rent 1 Bedroom of

30 sq.m, Downtown, Phuket Town. Fully Furnished with mini-kitchenette, Wi-Fi. On Mae Luan, Rang Hill Area, Safe & Pleasant Neighborhood, Price : 9500, Person : zhu , 10/22 Soi Phitak Taweep, Mae Laun Road, Talad Yai, Muang Phuket, zhunaumann@gmail.com, 0896683639

NORTH One of a kind retails space One of a kind retails space for rent!! 50 Square meter on road front building, only 16’000 THB per month. Call now 085 797 0005, Price : 16000 , Person : Ying , Email : ying@thailandpooltables.com

Brand New Modern Pool Villa

Brand New Modern Tropical Pool Villas (2&3 beds). Fully furnished. Free Wifi, International Sat. TV inc. Russian TV, Pool & Garden Maintenance. Between Cape Yamu & Ao Po Marina. Call 0818935270, srdupouy@gmail.com, 0930145072.

Supalai Hills house for rent The Villa is 244 sqm.Which has 4 comfy bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, set in private, secure surroundings and conveniently located as it’s just a 20 minutes drive to the BIS and PIA international schools. Only 15 minutes drive away from Phuket’s top beaches Bangtao and Surin.0848519795 Email : robert.anthony.krause@gmail.com

WEST Beautiful Ocean & Sunset Views A highrise, highend apartment on Beach Rd central Patong. 2 bed 3 baths, sleeps 5, large kitchen with dinning & bar areas a spacious 240 SQM. All amenities provided. Short or long term. Daily rates from $295, discounts for weekly or monthly rentals. For more details email patongtower26iw@gmail.com

3 Bedroom Pool Villa in Laguna

A 3 bed villa with a large swimming pool and a BBQ station great for families. Modern, spacious & fully furnished. B100,000 a month!, Price: 100,000, Person: Kristina Alingalan, Address: Phuket , Email: kristina@livephuket.com, Phone : 0869519969

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Condo for Rent/Sale Kata Karon Luxury seaview condominium 600 meter to the beach special rate daily and monthly

Apartment For Rent in Patong

Luxury service apartment for rent. Monthly and Daily , Kitchenette, Fully furnished, Swimming Pool, Quiet area (Nanai area in Patong), Price: From 20,000 Baht per month, Sachie Mori, nanaivillaphuket@gmail.com, 081-8944730, Fax : 076-292149

Panoramic Ocean Views A beautifully furnished 26th floor apartment on Beach Road central Patong, surround balcony, 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large fitted kitchen with dining area plus bar area, 240 SQM. WIFI, Sat TV, short or long term rental. For more details +66 (0)87 887 9070 or email patongtower26iw@gmail.com HOUSE SHARE Professional non smoker required to share beautiful house in Cherngtalay.The house is in a very quiet area, very secure, has full internet, plenty of parking, western kitchen ect. 10000 Baht pcm plus bills. Interested? Please drop a line to chris@securitysafestop.com or call 081 9686 051. Luxury appartment, Patong Luxury appartment for rent in Patong, 1bedroom 50 m2, fully furnish,balcony,kitchen, big swimmingpool. 15,000.- baht per month (1year contact) Min. 6 month, jstuder@loxinfo.co.th, 0810808831. House for Rent and Sale Baan Manik area, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, ceiling fans all through out, 2 air con units, furnished. 2.7MB, no offers. For more info - Farang - 080 323 1918, Thai 081 607 9874.

5 mins to PIA and Nayang Beach 3 beds, 2 Bath, western kitchen, Indoor utility/storage room, lounge, dining area, covered terrace, covered car port, small front garden. Quality furniture throughout. Internet TV. 120 sqm interior space. 4 Air Cons. 25,000 Baht per month for 1 year long term rental. Available Mid May 2014. Contact: kanaloa55@ yahoo.co.uk, Call: 084 189 5149.

Retail space for rent

Unique retail space for rent with excellent positioning on Surin beach Road. For more information, please call 081 8941820, 076 271 241 or wirote@ paradisephuket.com - See more at www.theplazasurin.com, Wirote, The Plaza Surin, wirote@paradisephuket.com

Modern Patong Condo for Rent

Recently built condo for rent in Patong. There are 4 studio rooms (37sqm) and one 1 bedroom unit (48sqm). Contact us for more details, Person : Alex , Email : info@phuketcondo.net , Phone : 0878923876 5 mins from Kata beach 2 rai land for rent at Kata 3 MB. rai/ year Tel:087-507-0325, 3,000,000, Khun Araya, Kata, araya_ea@hotmail.com Tum dena, num facie ca nos senirit. Ximod simodit, etiem iurat ina, se esimumul conlocchili porum

Land for Rent Kata beach

House for Rent at Kata 1 bed room with separate pantry Fully furnish and big balcony 5 mins to Kata beach 18,000.- per month 1 year contract (minimum 6 month contract) Tel: 087507-0325, 18,000, Khun Araya, Kata, araya_ ea@hotmail.com KATA BEACH Apts FOR RENT 1BR Aircon, WIFI, Spa, Fully Furnished. Start at 500 BHT Tel: 086 595 8512, 081 970 4638, nalumana2000@yahoo.com Close to Laguna / Surin Beach this one bedroom Villa is up for long term rent. Comes with full cable TV, maid service and Gardener. ( Has Telephone / ADSL internet line paid by tenant ), Asking 25,000 Baht per month ( excl : elec / water / Telephone ) Please contact : accounting@electricalmarine.com Tel : 076 272 177 or 085976911.

Villa in Cheng Talay

Villa for Rent and Sale at PatongA luxurious

villa with absolutely stunning sea view. The villa features 5 bedrooms, all with sea view and private swimming pool. Excellent holiday villa rentals. Start only 60,000 baht/month, 6,000 baht/day, Contact: Linda Ketkaew, Starwalker.ds@gmail.com, 0818932165.

Apartment for long term rent Patong Tower ( M 704 ) fully furnished 68 sq. mtrs for long term rent. Included: Cable TV ; Satellite TV ; Wifi internet access ; parking ; security ; Price 18,000/M, Contact: Jaspal Singh, jaspalt@loxinfo.co.th

Retail Space Available

DusitD2 Patong proudly offer retail space for monthly or yearly rental at 21 sqm. Please contact Khun Rinwara T: +66 (0) 76 337 000

Family Villa in Kamala rent

Comtemporary style villa perched on hillside overlooking Kamala. Fully furnished, 3 bed, safe, great for families. 75K THB p/m, Kristina Alingalan, Kamala, Phuket, kristina@livephuket.com, 0869519969

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Luxury 1 Bedroom F/F Apartment

65 Sqm. cable T.Vs(2)& wifi cleaning and laundry service available. Great location central Patong (Soi Sansabai) short or long term welcome. Tel Ian 087-8879070 e-mail Ianscondo@yahoo.com

Townhouse for Rent 10 Min from Kamala Beach, 3 storey building, fullyequipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 24/7 security, access to communal pool 20x10m. Contact natalia_tyr@yandex.ru, 093 586 5617, Price : from 40,000-80,000 Baht per rmonth.

SOUTH Phuket Luxury Villa, Sea view

Beautiful modern Luxury Villa located in the South of Phuket Island/Sea views to Chalong Bay. (for Sale or Rent) now available, Price : 13.75m, Jeet, amarjeetscot@yahoo.com.sg, +6596385363 or +1 8322284994

FOR RENT Amazing Sea view Penthouse in Rawai FOR RENT Amazing Sea view Penthouse in Rawai. 360 panoramic breathtaking views of Chalong bay, mountain view and Big Buddha. Two bedrooms, 310 sq.m of spacious living area and balconies. Please contact Izzy 086-278 8300 or Danai 090 170 0429

Ocean View 4 Bed Pool Villa

Newly completed luxury pool villa in Ao Yon, Cape Panwa is available for holiday rental. Free for upcoming high season. Top class villa with infinity pool, jacuzzi, sun deck, great views. Maid & concierge included. 60 – 70,000THB/night. Contact Alex home@thaivillaboutique.com 087-8923876, Alex, home@thaivillaboutique.com, 087-892 3876 6 bedroom pool villa on beach in Cape Panwa for long-term rental. Stunning views. Fully furnished & fully equipped. 465,000THB/month based upon 12 month contract. flexistayphuket@gmail.com, Tiya ,Cape Panwa, 089 600 0041

Amazing Beachfront Villa

Beachfront Villa for rent Beachfront Villa for rent 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom new renovated 2014 www.villarentalphuket.net contact 08 1403 8386 Mr. Gerhard, christian spleiss, Email : c.spleiss@robert-spleiss.ch

DELUXE PENTHOUSE/LOFT 120SQM Rent from 29,000THB/month, Long/Short term, Inc. weekly cleaning, towel & linen change. Fi b e r n et 6 5 M B ,C a b l e T V, K i n g b e d, b i g bathrooms,terrace 20 SQM. Quiet, 500 M to Chalong pier. Only extra cost electricity. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560.

NEW DE LUXE BIG STUDIO 70SQM Rent from 24,000 THB/MONTH. Inc. weekly cleaning, towel & linen change. Extra cost electricity. Queen bed,terrace 20 SQM. Big bathroom, Wifi Fibernet 65MB. CABLE TV, complete kitchen set. Email: 4711en@gmail. com, Call: 086 940 6560.

5 BDR LUX SEAVIEW POOL VILLA

A stunning Luxury Pool Villa with amazing panoramic views of Chalong bay located on the lush foothills of Big Buddha Phuket Fully furnished, Fully equipped, 5 BDR ensuite + guest toilet, 2 Livingrooms, Laundry/Maid room, Study/Office Service inc; water, pool&garden maintenance, internet WiFi, cable TV, 24hour security&engineer. Price : 85,000, Oliver, namphung@andamanhorizon.asia, 087-877-2320, Fax : 076-388-311.

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PROPERTY IN PHUKET PROPERTY FOR RENT SOUTH Happy Home (Room For Rent) Nice room is fully furnished,Pool,CCTV and free WIFI. The location is fonly 10 minutes away from Naiharn Beach. Price starting 9,000THB/m.(Daily rates available upon request) Tel.081-8932165,081-9561218, Price : 9,000 , Person : Linda Ketkaew, 59/118 M.7 Soi.Saiyuan 15, Saiyuan Rd, Rawai, Maung, Phuket 83130, Starwalker.ds@gmail.com, 0818932165

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NORTH Highfield Mission Hills Phuket 10-terraced hilltop Building Plots. Fantastic sea & mountain view. New road - water - electricity. Only 10 minutes to Airport & Tesco Lotus. 2.5m-4.5 Baht. 087 978 5803-4 / stanjsmith25@ yahoo.com

Land for Sale Mission Hills 800m2/1300m2/1600m2. Very quiet and private locations, very close to airport, Tesco, Golf courses and Phuket International Academy. All Chanote tiltle. Price on application. 087 276 0529

Yamu beach Land for Sale

OFFICE/SHOP FOR RENT Ground Floor space with excellent positioning on Chalong Pier Road.For more information, please call 081 416 4177 or 076 381 341, marketing@sea-bees.com

Land for sales breakdown 91-339 wha and land 170 wha near Yamu beach, Condo Grove Garden. Free plan pool villa, Price: 2.5-8 MB

Rent- 2 Bed Bungalow Nai Harn

Luxury Villa for Sale/Rent Oyster cove pool villa located near Cape Panwa. Rent from 150,000 THB, Sale 38 M. 3 beds, Living area 600 sqm, Mr.Boonsin Leelavichitch, 081 691 3940

NOW AVAILABLE!! 1,2,3,4 bedroom different private pool villas for RENT in Naiharn-Rawai., start from 15000 baht/ month. (Holiday rental, Short-Long term) Please contact: 087-877-2320 En / 084-854-9889

5/6 bedroom all ensuite bathroom with jacuzzi on 1 rai chanote, 5 min to laguna.Luxury finishing.Pool 12mx6m.600 sqm up living srea, Price : 27 500 000, ERIC, annericphuket@ hotmail,com, 0878934636

GUESTHOUSE LEASE FOR SALE 13 year lease on 15 room guesthouse in Patong for sale. Includes bar and kitchen plus all equipment and fittings, Price : 3.5M. Paul, Patong, +66-81958-1055, pauljames@expathotel.com

Land for Sale Only 400m from Naiyang Beach. 3 Rai 1 Tarangwah. 10MB per Rai. Contact via email chiangmaibeltrade@hotmail. com for more information.

Surin beach land for sale New Luxury Villa For Sale 3 bedrooms,

Air Condition – Color TV, Free UBC cable Platinum Package. Free Internet. Master bed, excellent mattress, Sealy Posturepdic. Couch + chairs w/ end tables. Counter bar w/ stools. Cooking Equip / Fridge. Short term – 16,000 per month, Long Term – 13,500 per month Plus Damage Deposit. Available now 1-April-2013. Call Nok 087-244-1322.

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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, Phang-nga. larion2555@gmail.com. 084 226 4574.

WEST Luxury living BangTao Beach California style Luxury living 300 meters from Bang Tao Beach – In small luxury villa compound built to European standards by Swedish developer. Gated 24 hr security. Management & maintenance on site; Maid, Concierge Services. Rental revenue. 3 spacious King bedrooms with en-suites and rainfall showers. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. 200 sqm open plan living area; 50 sqm private pool, Jacuzzi. Sold fully furnished and decorated directly by owner. Secure legal ownership: Freehold via BVI company; land lease via off-shore structure., Price: 21.9, Person: PEDER BERGGREN, Address: Soi Cherngtalay 14, Phone: +66-612397670, Fax: +66-819684807

Beautiful private location, only 400 m. from Surin Beach. 504sqm. Perfect size for hotel or condominium. Chanote title. Contact: flexistayphuket@gmail.com, 089 600 0041

LARGE SURIN BEACH CONDO B 9.8 MILLION Three bedroom, sea view 148 m2 condo apartment on prestigious Surin Beach, Phuket. Must sell, now only B9.8 million (original price over 15 mil). Tel. 081 676 8717, email: teera@email.biz, teera@ email.biz Phone : 081 676 8717

BANGTAO PENTHOUSE FOR SALE 124 sq.m penthouse, 2bed 2 bath. Total 3 floors, No elevator. Within walking distance to Bangtao and Surin beach. Partial seaview from roof top. Reduce price for quick sale 9.5M baht. Please email for more details, 9.5 M/THB, Suppamas, suppamas@live.com , Phone : 0896557480

For sale DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM Rent from 13,000 THB/month, long/ short term. Extra cost electricity. Furnished, Wifi Fibernet 65 MB, Cable TV, microwave, blender, water boiler, plates, weekly cleaning, towel & linen change. Quiet area, Lot of parking space. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560.

NOW OPEN!! IN THE NATURE ROMANTIC THAI-STYLE RESORT Daily 1500Thb, Weekly 7500Thb, Monthly 30000Thb Included: Daily room cleaning, Linen changing once/week, Internet Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Smart TV, Electricity, Free bicycle, BBQ grill, Exes to Cinema room. www.coco-palace.com

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2 room Apartment in Patong Special price! Excellent apart. in HavenLagoon 57sq.m. 300m. to the beach. Euro repair, furniture, appliances,2air-conditioner. Living room+kitchen,bedr oom,bathroom,balcony,parking,WiFi,gym,2pools,24H our Secur., Person: Andrey, Email : abel555@yandex. ru, Phone: +79166976770

3 Bed, Large Garden, Koh Kaew Chuan Cheun Lagoon, near British School & Boat Lagoon Marina(shops, gym,swim pool). 2 x Chanode land title for 584 sq.m, private cul-de-sac location. Good water supply. 6.45 mil Bt, Price: 6,450,000 , Person: AJ, Email: adrian.j.simpson@gmail.com, Phone: 0860406866

LAND FOR SALE...CHEAP 6 Rai hilltop land, full chanote, sea/mountain views, new concrete road, terraced building plots. 10 mins to Airport & Tesco Lotus. Water/electric available. Price: 18,950,000Baht. Call: 087 978 5803-4, Price: 18,950,000 , Email: stanjsmith25@yahoo.com, Phone: 087 978 5803-4

Spacious one bedroom apartment with ocean view, north of Patong. Floor area 96m2 internal and 72m2 terrace including water feature with sala and jacuzzi. Perfect bachelor pad with rental income. Email for info: bartduykers@mac.com.

Kata beach Great Location 49/1 Soi Koktanod Kata Beach 4 Story, 7 BR, 7 Bath, Spa, Rd front House or Guest House by Owner Tel: 086 595 8512, 081 970 4638 nalumana2000@yahoo.com

Beautiful Land LagunaCherngtalay Chanote title, yellow zoned, save area. Nearly 4 rai, direct from owner. Subdivided in 6 plots each ca. 1,000sqm. ready to build. Only 7.5 MB per rai. Khun Chanchira, 081 367 7683. chanchira.panpaen@googlemail.com.

Kamala Boutique Resort

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BLUE CANYON GOLF CONDO PENTHOUSE BLUE CANYON GOLF CONDO 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bath, 2 Storey Fully Furnished SEA and GOLF course views For Sale or Rent Great Value 089 8683171, Price: 40,000 baht per sq m, Email: jnixon9@ hotmail.com

Sea-View Land & Luxury Villa project in Kamala including architect plans & building permit for 9 villas, 4000m2 sale only THB 30, MIO, pupillopascal@ gmail.com Call:088 768 0942

WANTED... HOUSE OR VILLA NAKA ISLAND Beachfront house, panoramic views of bay & islands to the south, built 2007, easy access to Phuket, 240sqm on 2 floors, 4 beds, 750sqm plot, separate house for staff., Phone: +66 (0)848461270

Inexpensive land plots / commercial property Inexpensive land plots on east coast of Phuket for sale, 0.3 - 8 rai, some with a sea view (Bang Pae, Yamu Hills). Direct sale by owner. Price starts from 500 000 THB. Commercial property: two-storey building: 50 rooms, 13 bathrooms, 3 kitchens, 4 rai land plot, 7 min from airport. Nicely renovated. Can be a hospital/school/commercial/ residential property. 35 mln baht, Person : Lana , Email : lana.phuket@gmail.com , Phone : 080 27 16 484, 090 870 7773

Blue Canyon Golf Condo Penthouse Golf Condo 250 sq m 2 storey, 3bedromm, 3 bath,at Blue Canyon Country Club. Sea and golf course views. Includes membership. Sale or rent, Price : 40,000 baht per sq m, Jimmy, jnixon9@hotmail.com, 0898683171

PANORAMIC SEA VIEW LAND: Spectacular view of Phang Nga Bay, James Bond and Phi Phi Islands. Road access, underground utilities. 4.5 km from Heroine Monument. 1.99 Rai at 5.9MB per rai. Chanote title. 089 473 8338, PhuketOne@gmail.com.

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.

AO POR SEAVIEW LAND

1.5 Rai cleared, tiered land with constructed, drained access road from “Beach Road”. Chanote. 400m from Ao Por Grand Marina. Building will have 270 degree view of islands and Krabi. B10,000,000, 082 277 5971.

WANTED HOUSE OR VILLA in exchange for catamaran.Owners of this catamaran wish to move ashore Permanently in Phuket. INTERESTED call Graeme 084-306-1677, Graeme, katani11@gmail.com

Bargain – Karon Apartment 5.3M 85sqm 1 bedroom pool access apartment with great views for sale. Walking distance to Karon beach & shops + nightlife. Large jacuzzi & Western kitchen. 21 years left on lease. Price reduced for a quick sale. Contact Alex info@ phuketcondo.net, 087-8923876, Price : 5.3 MB, Alex, info@phuketcondo.net, 087 892 3876

DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM

6.8 MB.THB/rent from 60.000THB. At Twinsands ABSOLUTE 5 Star Hotel and Spa! Just outside Patong, Sea view. Pool view. Excellent restaurant. Modern style. Parking space. Good rental return 10 pct. Email: 4711en@ gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

Freehold - Lagoon View!!! F. MODERNIZED 1 BEDR. CONDO, ALLAMANDA 1 FOR SALE BY OWNER. EUROPEAN KITCHEN, GRANITE/MARBLE BATH, DOUBLE SINKS, FURNISHED, INCL.2 GOLF MEMBERSHIPS. INFO & PRICE : E-MAIL : ORNILS@SBG.AT

2 BEDR. KATA GARDENS 6B 180SQM 17 MB.THB/RENT 150,000THB/ MONTH. New Deluxe Patak villa 300. Quiet area. 5 bedrooms,4 kitchens,6 bathrooms.10 air cons. Good Parking. Many possibilities. Holiday rental 4 units. Email: 4711en@gmail. com, Call: 086 940 6560

This boutique resort business which consists of 5 individual villas. The resort is fully occupied presently with long-term rentals offering excellent rental income with very little maintenance. The resort land plot totals 2,080 sqm with a built up area of 750 sqm. There are 3 villas, 200 sqm each with 4 bedrooms,3 bathrooms, 1 villa with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and 1 villa with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Each villa is open plan living & dining area and an open plan western style kitchen. Storage room, office room, air-cons, satellite TV, telephone line and Internet. This is an ideal investment for the nearly retired or retired couple whom wish to enjoy life with a monthly income. There is also a beautiful 20-meter common pool for all residents to enjoy and relax in the beautiful landscaped gardens. Remote controlled gated security and car parking. 076 279 280.

LUXURY 3 BR IN The Residence 3 bedroom 4 bathroom, Land area 580 m2., Spacious living quarter’s feature open plan living & dining areas, a fully equipped, open-concept gourmet kitchen. The Villa comes fully furnished, Contemporary and expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces are offered, private pool. Services as Restaurant, Gym, Spa, Maintenance ,Security and Maid. Massivly Reduced price 18.9 MB! Contact:oliver@thurmanngroup.com Call: 087-877-2320

Laguna Luxury 1 Bed Golf Totally renovated: new kitchen, wood floors, semi furnished, sound system. Price includes Laguna Golf Membership and Privilege Card. THB 7.4M. Owner 084 247 1632, phuket3203@ gmail.com

2 BEDR. KATA GARDENS 6B 180SQM P r i c e 14 . 9 M B .T H B / R e n t f r o m 100,000THB/month, 200m. from the beach. Gated.24 hours security. Resort 33 units. Good rental return,8pct. Thaicompany. Email: 4711en@gmail. com, Call: 086 940 6560

LUXURY 5 BED HOUSE IN LAGUNA Wonderful 5 bed house over looking the lake & Golf course in Laguna. Sale: Reduced to: 26.7 MB Rent: 180,000 P/M. Call Mick: 0848186045 Email: mr.mickb@yahoo.com or www.hoteldealsphuket.com/realestatephuket

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com 2 BR. PRIVATE POOL 180SQM APT Rent from 65,000THB. Incl. cleaning,linen,towels change weekly. Fast fibernet. Cable TV.2 big bathrooms. Wash/dry machine. Big complete kitchen. Quiet location. Only extra cost electricity. Contact: 086 940 6560, E-mail: 4711en@ gmail.com

Kalim Sea View, Freehold Condo for Sale:

WEST Kamala Pool Villa Large 3 Bedroom house in mature estate offering high security. (Option to build 4th bedroom)Located in a peacefull no thru road, min’s from beach. Recently renovate, available for immed move in. Chanote title, Price 12.5 MB Call 087 078 9707 Email: kiwigolfpro@outlook.com.

SEA-VIEW LAND FOR SALE KAMALA 2.75 Rai 4500sqm. Nor Sor 3 Kor Title Ready to built with building permit already, electricity & road access OK, only THB 10 Mio/Rai T 088 7680942 or pascal.elephantboutiquehotel@ gmail.com

One Sale 3 Luxury Apartments 1. 2 really big beds rooms big kitchen and living: 135 sqm 2. 1 bedroom 60 sqm 3. 1 bedroom 58 sqm a total of 253 sqm in the center of Kata - sea level close to the shops and sea in a charming property: with-pool-sauna-parking etc; Total market price (18.4 mill bth) NOW 13.4 mill bth Tel:0817888280 or mail: maurice.phuket@gmail.com

Special Sale Luxury Apartment 1-bedroom 60 sqm include furnishing in the center of Kata - sea level close to shops and sea in a charming property: with-pool-sauna-parking etc; market price (4.1 mill bth) NOW 2.6 mill bth Tel: 0817888280 or mail: maurice.phuket@gmail.com

New Kata Condo for sale 1 bedroom, kitchen, bathroom & balcony with sea & mountain views @ 4.7.MB. Includes WiFi, pool, sauna, gym, manager & rental program, a valuable investment and is ready to move in. Call 0878879070 or e.mail ianscondo@yahoo.com

Karon Hill land for sale Land 7,188 sqm, 4 Rai 1 Nhgan 97.1 Wah, seaview 270 °. Access road, electricity & water. Chanote title. 75MB nego. Contact Valentina or K. Bernd, Valentina & K. Bernd , Email: Valentina@ilo-phuket.com, Valentina ( + 66(0) 85 12 91 550), K. Bernd 076 340 731 office; 081 896 3479 mobile

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: maurice.phuket@gmail.com, Tel: 081 788 8280

11.9 MB 2 min walk to beach, big balcony & sunset view, 180 Sqm, 2 Ensuite Bed rooms, big living space. 089 617 2312, PhuketAREA.com Search C146.

SEA FRONT LAND FOR SALE KAMALA Sea front land for sale Kamala. 6 Rai. Chanote. 089 874 2141, Thongchai, 089 874 2141, thongchaiwong8@hotmail.com

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CENTRAL Modern Thai Style Pool Villa Single storey pool villa situated in the impressive Park Residence of Boat Lagoon marina. 3 Bed, 4 Bath, 620 Sq.M, Full furnished. 18MB!, (K.Namtarn), Boat Lagoon 20 moo 2 T.Kohkaew, A.Muang Phuet,:info@phuketpropertytrip.com, Phone: 0822713420

House for sale in Kathu Urgent!!! House for sale, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 living area , Large laundry, Large Balcony, Western kitchen, Fully Furnished 5 LCD TVs, Pool Table. At Kathu. Tel: 086 - 0826078.Email:astroboy1959 @ hotmail.com

Must Sell Exclusive Villa in Marina, Phuket 4 bedrooms En-suited, Fully furnished, all included, flat screen TV in all room, in Boat Lagoon Marina, 10mins to BISP school. We want to sell at 29.5MB but we will consider all offer. Contact Owner Representative, K.Pen at +66 0874658883, Thai & English , E-mail : pen@mindproperties.net

Land for sale near Loch Palm At the back of the Loch Palm Golf Course, approx 510m2, partial view on the golf course. Part of a small gated community of 2 villas (+ 2 to be built soon). Next to small lake and it is guaranteed that no building can block the view, ever! It comes with a Chanote title and if buyer are interesting, we would provide complete house plans for free. Asking price is THB 6M, negotiable. 087-2664583 (English/French) or 082-4406884 (Thai).

New House For Sale Kathu Sabai Village Kathu behind Red Mountain Golf Course , 2 Bedroom , 2 Bathroom with off street parking. 42.9 Sq Wah in a small QUIET boutique estate. Full Chanote Title. CALL GIM 081 606 5772

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

6 Rai hilltop land, full chanote, sea/mountain views, new concrete road, terraced building plots. 10 mins to Airport & Tesco Lotus. Water/electric available. Price: 18,950,000Baht 087 978 5803-4, stanjsmith25@yahoo.com

The Trees Residence, Kamala 1 Bedroom Luxury Apartment for Sale, Top floor, fully furnished with balcony. Tower G, unit GC4, 79 SqMt. Low price for quick sale, 3.9MB, Paul Longmore, plongmore@hotmail.com, 0841303234

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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.

Great Value! Pool villa for sale Brand new! Large 4 Bedroom pool villa.Price reduced from 12.9 to 9.3 million THB. Be quick! Tel: +66(0)810771765

Large 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 storey detached house on quiet cul-de-sac in Kathu. Western kitchen. Mountain views. Priced for quick sale. Full details at www.kathu-property. com 5,300,000, Pete Harris, 98/19 Moo 6, Soi Phuket Hope Land, Kathu, Phuket 83120, info@kathu-property.com

Double Shophouse Patong Beach 2 shophouses for sale both with rooms above available, spacious size, superb location. Easy access to Jungceylon, and only 50m from Patong beach. Contact: flexistayphuket@gmail.com, Price : 18 MB, Phone : 089 600 0041

Patong Free Hold Condo Great investment opportunity in Patong. I have 2 NEWLY RENOVATED condos in same complex near Simon Cabaret. Both condos fully funished + free hold. Condo no.1 4th floor studio unit 50sqm already rented out. Condo no.2 just funished renovation 3rd floor 1 bedroom 50sqm every thing brand new. This one never use and could be your residence plus earn income from other condo.Complex has huge pool + garden and 24 hrs. security. I want 5 MB for both. Eng 085 471 9246 Thai 087 621 3405.

Sale a unit at Bel Air Panwa 5 minutes to cape panwa luxury condo with 2 bedrooms ,pool near ship port, Good road 15 minutes to the city of Phuket. It can be viewed by appointment.Contact 61413743125, 61894023015 or alternetively Khun Sopa at Belairpanwa property.

SOUTH FOR SALE Amazing Sea view Penthouse in Rawai FOR SALE Amazing Sea view Penthouse in Rawai. 360 panoramic breathtaking views of Chalong bay, mountain view and Big Buddha. Two bedrooms, 310 sq.m of spacious living area and balconies. Please contact Izzy 086-278 8300 or Danai 090 170 0429

Rawai 2 km. Naiharn beach Cosy apartment with three bedrooms, kitchen-living room. Two bathrooms + dark room. Guarded complex with all infrastructure. The apartments are fully furnished. The complex has a large swimming pool, guest parking. The price includes a fixed place for the car, under a canopy. The total area of 135 sq.m. Two floors of the house into 4 apartments.Tel 089264380129/ 0881684250, Сергей, ssmagin@inbox.ru Great plot in Rawai for sale Beautiful chanote title land 130 sq.w. soi Salika only 200m to the beach. Direct road access from main road. Walled in ready to build, Price : 4.5 million baht , Person : Orrathai , Email : adkongarsa@gmail.com , Phone : 0872790001

Beautiful Villa For Sale 4 Bedroom/4Bathroom detached villa on 164Sq.Wah with swimming pool. Superb location between ChalongPhuket Town. Now 8 Million Baht. Call for appointment to view. 089 868 5143

Apartment for Sale (Rawai) Great investment opportunity to either live in or rent out. Start at 80 sqm. with 9 rooms is fully furnished, Pool&ofice, Quiet and covenient location. Please call 081 8932165, Starwalker.ds@gmail.com, 0818932165

NEW House For Sale 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom with Off street parking in small QUIET Boutique Estate behind Red Mountain Golf Course. Full Chanote Title Contact Gim English/Thai Ph 0816065772 for an Inspection !!

Beachfront Condo in Cape Panwa

LAND FOR SALE...CHEAP

RPM Owner Direct 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.

KATHU 3 BED HOUSE FOR SALE

WALK TO BEACH - LUXURY VILLA. California style Luxury living 300 meters from Bang Tao Beach – In small luxury villa compound built to European standards by Swedish developer. Gated 24 hr security. Management & maintenance on site; Maid, Concierge Services. 3 spacious King bedrooms with en-suites and rainfall showers. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. 260 sqm open plan living area; 50 sqm private pool, Jacuzzi. Sold fully furnished and decorated directly by owner. Secure legal ownership: Freehold via BVI company; land lease via off-shore structure. 21.9MB Contact: PEDER BERGGREN, Email: peder.berggren@hotmail.com, Tel: 0923578710, Fax: 076202641

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Two floors 282 sq. m of living space with stunning views. 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms + Study + large kitchen. Fully furnished. Communal 40m pool 5 steps away. Beach 15 steps! 091 876 2330.

Special Discount Last 3 units Luxury pool villa, Great location near Rawai beach 2 Bed/3Bath, Full Fur, Premium Quality Built Best Buy New Phase 80% under construction, Kris, (+66) 081 691 3029,kris.silanachai@ yahoo.com

Bar & Restaurant For Sale! 2unit Building.Good location,near Chalong pier. Incl. furniture&kitchen equipment. 2bedrooms on 2nd flr.Contact us for more info & offer, Price : 2.4M (negotiable), Denciana Aliangan, 2/9-10, Moo 5. T.Rawai, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83130, (66) 081-538-5746

House for sale with Pool

NEW PRIVATE POOL VILLA CHALONG

Kathu district, cottage settlement, Turnpike, Golden Villas 3, 9/111, one floor, no stairs, 3 bedrooms, new kitchen, all air con, total living area of 150sq.m, total lot size 300sq.m, pool 7 x 3.5mtr, a small landscaped garden, a large container of water. Price 9,500,000Baht, 093 687 4385, e-mail: msn4@bk.ru

5.9 MB. 165 SQM. Rent 45,000 THB. 2 STOREY .3 Bathrooms, 2 Bedrooms. 4 AIRCON. Modern Western style. Thai company. Good Parking. Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

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PROPERTY IN PHUKET PROPERTY FOR SALE SOUTH 3-storey apartment on the beach

3-storey apartment with a penthouse and sala for sale. Only 100 m from Phuketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top-rated Nai-Harn Beach. 220 sqm. Freehold possible. Priced at 9 MB. Please call Alexander 080 521 0736.

Townhouse for sale, Chalong House for sale. B5 MLN. Residential complex Ananda Garden Hill, Chalong. Closet to HomePro. 150 sq.m., 2-storey, 2 beds, living room, kitchen, 2 balconies, 2 baths, office, carport. Fully furnished. Price : B 5,000,000, mvs97@yandex.ru, 091 805 3725

Kathu Golf Condo for Sales

Kathu golf condo 99.30 sqm., 4 Fl, Views to Phuket country club golf course.2 bed, 2 bath, kitchen with fully furnished ( 3 aircons, hot water, refrigerator, TV, microwave, 24 security and internet provides), sppcnx@gmail.com, Phone : 081 536 9252

List your classified now at thephuketnews.com RAWAI PRIME LAND PLOTS Adjacent to Mangosteen Resort, quiet residential area. 3 different sizes: 1-1-86.5 rai 11.80 MB 2-0-87.5 rai - 16.64 MB 3-0-35.5 rai - 22.50 MB Best land and best price in the area. Quick sale, price negotiable.0 81 5 3 6 5 8 4 6. hajo_von_keller@hotmail.com

Rawai Great Buying Lovely house with 2 bedrooms or separate SC flat downstairs. Well ventilated with natural light in pristine condition.Distant sea views.4,995,000 Baht. Warren Crowe 081 270 4291 or thailandmls@gmail.com.

House for sale in Chalong

3 BR LUX POOL VILLA IN NAIHARN 3 bedroom 3 bathroom, Chanote (Freehold), Land area 402.80M2 Living area 208 M2. Luxurious one-storey villa offers privacy and features your own garden and pool to enjoy the ambiance of outdoor tropical living. Fully furnished, large kitchen with built-in basin, stove, and cabinets. Private and Peaceful area. Only 9.6 MB. Contact: oliver@thurmanngroup.com, Call: 087-877-2320

3 Story Home/Office featuring a fully automatic Garage roller door,2 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Air conditioned, Sea views, extended terraces front and back, peaceful location situated just off Viset Road Rawai making this a very unique home or office. Regretful urgent sale. Any offer will be consider. Price 4.2Million (Less than cost price one million) until end of June 2014, B4,200,000, Ranuka, mrsmum mygift@gmail.com, 0937877212

Rawai Beach View Residence Land for sale

2 rai of land in the South of Phuket. Unique location on the hills between Naiharn and Rawai, 5 mins from the beach. Panoramic view on Chalong bay and Naiharn. Easy access via private road, reputable neighborhood (German village), tropical forest. Ready project for a 3 storey villa. 3200 sq. m. Call Svetlana 086 743 4657 or Alexander +7 926 914 5555, oxum@ mail.ru; samat2011@yandex.ru, Price: B18.5 million for 1 rai .

Reduced for a quick sale Spacious Pool Villa in Chalong, Fully furnished with 4 Bed, 3 Bath, western kitchen, dining room, living room, swimming pool, garden & mountain view. Convenient, quiet and secure. Contact: alexanderseago@gmail.com , Person : Alex Seago , Email : alexanderseago@ gmail.com , Phone : 087-8923876

EXCLUSIVE UNIQUE RESORT W LAND 4 separate buildings with 11 different custom maid rooms, restaurant /cafeteria in a sweet and idyllic sanctuary for the sense. Surrounded by lush green mountains and tropical forest. The Resort is an oasis of natural beauty and only a couple of minutes walking to beautiful Naiharn beach! Location Soi Naya PRICE 33.3 MB. Cotact: oliver@ thurmanngroup.com, Call: 087-877-2320

GRAND VIEW CHALONG BAY VILLA & LAND: 3 bed room, 4

Townhome Seaview Rawai 4.2M House for sale two-storey villas 2 and 3 bedrooms large terrace secure and restful area, only 1.4 km.from yachting port.Ready to move to live price MB 13.9 or USD 438,000. 0871174551. tawanan90000@gmail.com. 13.9M or USD 438,000, Prajerd Naknoi, Address : THAPON, tawanan90000@gmail.com, Phone : 0871174551

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Beachfront Luxury Apartments. Built to a high specifications by an English developer. Perfect holiday destination close to all amenities. 6 x 2 Bedroom 160m2 Apartment 2 x 2 Bedroom 320m2 Penthouses Phone; +66 (0) 91 179 4392 Email; rose@mac-estate. com Web; w w w.rawairesidencephuket.com

bath room, 2 livingroom, 1 dinningroom, 1 kitchen (american style), 1 garage (2 cars), 1 swimming pool (10x4), 1 bed room for a maid, 1 bath room for a maid, Internet, Security 24/24, Sea view and jungle view, Total sqm 556.92, Total land sqm 581, a.pellegrino2810@gmail.com, 084 241 3387. Price 4.24MB.

2 bdr house for sale at Saiyan 2 bdr house for sale at Saiyan Rd, 5 minutes drive to Nai Harn beach. 2 bathrooms, a spacious living room, kitchen, small garden and car park area. Price is 4.7 million THB, Contact: Maria, 0940981977, phuketsalerent@gmail.com Kalim Sea View, Freehold Condo for Sale: 11.9 MB 2 min walk to beach, big balcony & sunset view, 180 Sqm, 2 Ensuite Bed rooms, big living space. 089 617 2312, PhuketAREA.com - Search C146.

2 BDR BEACHFRONT APT BY OWNER 2bdr/2bath ens, open concept, huge balcony with direct walk out to pool, beach, restaurant, in 5* resort with access to their gym, spa, ideal for family, separate storage, furniture incl, fast owner sale, leaving Asia, 13.9MM neg, Rawai, laura@ tilaholdings.com, +65 96532849

3-storey villa for sale New 3-storey villa in Phuket for sale. Glass elevator, pool, ocean view. 700 sqm. Close to Villa Market mall. Freehold possible. Priced at 13 MB. Contact: Mattias, Call : 090 067 3444 Email: info@progressivephuket.com

Nai Harn Baan Bua

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: 0812704291. or thailandmls@gmail.com. Price 22.5 MB.

MAI KHAO LAND DIRECT OWNER 5.1 RAI VERY QUIET 1 KLM TON SEA, CAN BUILDING OR INVESTMENT. 2.750000BTHS. THAI; 082-8123486

Land for Sale Cherngtalay 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.

RAWAI VILLA: BARGAIN PRICE Spacious property in 1,000sqm garden. Private 9x4m pool. Three large beds, all a/c and en suite. Big Western kitchen. Plus guest house. Furnished. Private access. Price cut for quick sale. MB12.9. Call 087 273 0141, alangath@gmail.com

3 Bed Pool Villa in Rawai BEST LOCATION IN R AWAI, MOD ERN, PRIVATE, SECURE, 4X8 POOL, 2 DECKS,3 CARS PARK, WALK TO EVA BEACH, ALL AMENITIES NEARBY YET VERY QUIET CUL DE SAC. 12.9 MB., Jerry, orn@live.ca, 0877008854

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2 Rai Chanot, 8 Bungalows, 22 Rooms, Restaurant, Well, large Pool, Reg. Comp. since 96, incl.Parking, Shopping, Bars, Diving, walking distance. Price: 26Mio., Contact: bigasail@samart.co.th, 086 940 1860, Fax: 076 381 934

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Russian Property Broker 150k+ We are one of the leading real estate companies in Phuket that is expanding fast and looking for talented individuals to join our young, dynamic team. We have a position for a Russian speaking agent who has a number of years experience in real estate & within the Phuket market. This is a great opportunity for any hungry and talented sales people to join a market leader. Top Level Commission offered., Price: Top Level Commission, Person: Paul Trayman, Address: Kamala, Phuket

EXECUTIVE CHEF Popular hotel in Central Patong is looking for an Executive Chef. The applicant must have a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position. The applicant must be able to assume full Management of a busy Kitchen and be able to co-ordinate Staff. Other duties include: Purchasing, Costing Innovative ideas and external catering events. Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience and ability. Languages Required: Thai / English

Position HR Manager Thai Nationality. Proven experience with managing a team. 3-5 years experience. Knowledge of labour laws, visa and work permit regulations. Good command of written and spoken English. 40,000 baht salary. Send your resume in English to jazon@ headstartphuket.com

Phuket Shopping Tours Job Are you an outgoing, fun loving person? Highly motivated, with excellent customer service skills? If so we want to hear from you. Phuket Shopping Tours is seeking expressions of interest from LICENSED TOUR GUIDES for freelance and full-time work. In addition to hosting Shopping Tours and Island Tours, successful candidates will assist with other aspects of the business including sales, marketing and promotional duties and will be an integral part of our growing team. Requirements ·Good English ·Outgoing personality ·Excellent customer service skills ·Own transport - driver’s license and own car highly desirable ·Excellent knowledge of Phuket ·Prior experience in 4/5 star resorts To learn more about Phuket Shopping Tours and what we do please read our website www. PhuketShoppingTours, Facebook and Tripadvisor. To apply send resume including copy of Tour Guide License to info@PhuketShoppingTours.com or call 0898 66 88 33

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An offer you can not refuse! Anyone who wants to be within a few weeks of earning money an interesting way, contact us. It involves a simple promotional activity on the Internet, which is very fairly assessed and which can behandled easily, by even a schoolboy! For work, you need a computer, patience and a desire to change their financial situation for the better. If you want to have an interesting monthly income, contact us as soon as possible. We would like to help. Contact by e-mail only: kotasovac@gmail.com, Email : kotasovac@gmail.com

Join an International Team, Princess Yachts Phuket is hiring 1 Position: Yacht Charter Assistant; excellent written and spoken english, computer and internet, secretarial experience, Thai national 1 Position: Marketing Assistant; Video, Photo, Adobe, Internet and good English, Thai national Please call Rico Stapel at: 0866900444 and send resume to rico@princessyachtssea.com,

Excellent THAI CHEF Looking for an excellent Thai Chef to work abroad. I am looking for an excellent Thai Chef to work overseas in Sri Lanka at a new Thai Restaurant. Would require to speak little bit of english but what I am looking for is a really good chef who can make Authentic Thai food. Will provide great salary and accomodation Please contact me on suranga.sd@gmail.com to discuss further.

Class Act Media Co., Ltd is Southern Thailand’s most comprehensive media company, incorporating Phuket’s leading English weekly newspaper The Phuket News, Russian Language newspaper Novosti Phuketa, English radio station Live 89.5, English TV, Phuket News TV and a host of publications and services, including The Phuket Colouring Book and Phuket Ticket Master.

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PR and marketing of our products and services Identifying sponsorship opportunities and liaising with event organisers  Building relationships with local organisations, government and private companies 

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Thai National Excellent interpersonal skills Good command of English  Experience in PR/Marketing in print media or radio would be an advantage but not essential  Existing relationships/network of contacts in Phuket an advantage  Own car and able to work flexible hours and attend events during non-work hours  

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Raise Support for Dogs and Cats in Need! Hooters Phuket is getting ready for high season and needs beautiful, outgoing and customer service minded girls to join the team! We are a busy bar/restaurant and need girls to be chatty, confident, hard working and always smiling!

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The position requires excellent attention to detail. Applicants should be reliable, consistent, comfortable with computers, fairly competent at writing in English, and love cats and dogs.

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Female Only / หญิง Age 21-35 / อายุระหว่าง 21-35 ปี Good English / สือ่ สารภาษาอังกฤษได้ดี Outgoing personality / บุคลิกภาพดี Hard working / ขยัน Fit / รูปร่างดี Have pride in appearance / มีใจรักด้านงานบริการ Aesthetically pleasing / ชืน่ ชอบความสุนทรีย์ Great customer service skills / มีพน้ื ฐานด้านงานบริการ Food & Beverage knowledge / มีความรูเ้ รือ่ งอาหารและเครือ่ งดืม่ Experience in F&B field / มีประการณ์ดา้ นอาหารและเครือ่ งดืม่

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Salary 30,000++ (basic & service charge) Daily Tips Staff Food Staff van If you want to be a Hooters Girl then come in store and fill out an application form or contact Peer Phone 076-349850, 076-349939 / email : Admin@hootersphuket.com

Welcome to both Thai & Non Thai nationals Assistant Branch Manager 20 K We are hiring!!!!! Both positions for our new branch in Phuket and to be part of our energetic team. Excellent commission & benefits. Email info@thailandpooltables.com, 20,000 THB per month, Ying.

AKA THAILAND looking for candidates to fill position: Operation Manager, Chief Accountant, Website & Graphic Designer, Customer Service (English language is a must, Competitive salary for the right candidate) please send CV to info@akathailand.com, Angie, Chalong, 076 604004

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, English radio station Live 89.5, Phuket English TV Phuket News TV and a host of publications and services including The Phuket Colouring Book and ‘Phuket Ticket Master’.

Sub-Editor/Writer The Phuket News is looking for a Sub-Editor to help oversee the News desk alongside the Executive Editor. As well as subbing news stories, your role will also involve helping to manage three reporters, as well as writing and sourcing your own original news and lifestyle stories. Phuket is a great place to be, with direct flights to destinations around the world, a thriving bar and restaurant scene, a huge beach culture – with surfing community and international beach clubs – and plenty of traditional culture, including markets, festivals and temples. At the same time, it has all the amenities of home: shopping malls, art galleries and live music venues. The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years editorial experience at a newspaper or magazine, be outgoing with plenty of ideas, and have strong writing and editing skills. It is not required that they have previously lived in Thailand, but they should be open to new countries and cultures. In return, we offer a visa, work permit, friendly work environment, 5 day work week (8.30am-6pm), competitive salary, local health insurance, work-related travel expenses, time in lieu for overtime, and the chance to live in a great part of the world, while also furthering your career.

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BB PHUKET NEEDS YOU! A unique luxury hospitality project located on the tranquil eastern shores of Phuket, invites you to become a part of their team.

If you: Have a passion for high-end hospitality Have some experience in the hospitality industry Have a pleasant, service-minded personality Have a good command of English

We’d like to get to know you better! Competitive compensation and benefit packages and guaranteed service fees for all successful applicants.

Competitive salary  Five day work week – (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 6pm)  Friendly work environment and excellent career opportunities  Time in lieu policy for any overtime hours worked

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Soi Dog Foundation seeks a Fundraising Officer who will manage Soi Dog’s donor database and send emails to supporters around the world, working closely with other members of the team.

Open office event every day except Sundays, from 9 am to 3 pm, at Beach Projects, 51/9 Moo 5, Chalermprakiat 9 Rd., T. Rassada, A. Mueang, Phuket 83000 Thailand.

Luxury Hospitality Management is Thailand’s leading luxury management consulting company, offering services to organisations primarily within the Hospitality, Travel and Tourism industries.

We are growing and hiring: SALES CO-ORDINATOR Thai nationality only, fluent in English, with background & experience in OTA and connections with wholesale agents, Minimum two years experience in Sales. Able to work independently in headquarters office. Good benefit and bonus by KPI targets.

TOUR DESK SALES CO-ORDINATOR Thai nationality only, Sales coordinators for our LHM Adventure tour counter To be based in the properties we manage, fluent English with strong sales mind, full time and part time, good salary, attractive commissions with KPI target bonus structure. Interested candidates are invited to send an application with complete resume, in English, with qualifications, experience, a recent picture and expected salary to: md@luxuryhospitalitymanagement.com Phone: 0897256994 http://luxuryhospitalitymanagement.com/

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Buy&Sell BOATS & YACHTS Silver Princess Yacht PC530 A 53 ft Power Catamaran by Silver Princess Yachts. Beautiful design, compact yacht with space & modern interior. Dimensions: 53 ft length, 21 ft beam, 4 ft draft, 50 passengers, Price: 22,000,000, Person: Sonny, Phone: 669-8810-5024, Website: www.silver-princess.com, Email : sonny@silver-princess.com

Yamaha Enduro Outboard 25hp 25hp Yamaha Enduro 2 stroke Outboard std shaft (not long). Like new, only used 10 hrs. Too big for my dinghy. 65,000 THB or best offer, Call Art on 094 906 0887.

WILLIAMS 325 TURBOJET for Sale GREAT DEAL! Asking price is 320,000 THB vs 991,620 THB for the new! Price is negotiable. Year 2010, Excellent condition, 40 knots in 4 sec! Sunbrella covers. CALL NOW! Mob: 089 558 8811, 320,000 THB, Irina, sales@fivestarseacruises.com

TechWorX Marine. Service and install of Smart phone or pad controlled Marine AV and IT, Media servers systems. External antenna 3G/4G internet systems. Reliable onboard Wi-Fi. Phuket and Bangkok. Please email for info package. info@techworx.asia

SPEEDBOAT FOR SALE: SEATBOAT 369 sale. Year 2009, engines 2x225 hp, capacity 22 passengers, great condition, ready to run, 2 stern exits, bathroom, shower, set of new options (coach, tent anto-staining), all documents. Priced at 1.9 MB, negotiable. Call Andrey 085 368 5908.

Williams 325 Turbojet for Sale

GREAT DEAL! Year 2010, excellent condition, 40 knots in 4 sec! Sunbrella covers. Price for the new is 991, 620 THB, Resale price is 550, 000 THB! CALL NOW!, Contact Irina, sales@fivestarseacruises. com, 0895588811

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

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Crownline 320 LS 50 kts Bowrid:Very

2009 POWER CATAMARAN

fast-nice sport boat, 2x350 MPI engines, year 2009, like new, lifetime hull warantty, only 100 working engine hours, Thai flag, tax payed. Only 3M THB, Airberth 0,5 M THB seperately. Email yacht@elas.si.

45ft. 4 cabins. Volvo D-4 IPS 300. Genset. Aircon. “Bose” surround. Raymarine. Low hours. Fully loaded. Fast and economical. As new. Bargain. Only 339,000 euros. Email: eddyelan@ yahoo.com 089 971 0278, Eddie.

13 Metre 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 500,000 THB. Call 082 414 6931 or email: phil@ krabikonnect.com.

Class B AIS DEAL AIS DEAL by Electrical Marine Co, Ltd. Has the Simrad Class B NAIS - 400 complete with GPS and VHF antenna’s that will interface with all marine system with NMEA 2000 & NMEA 0183. sales@electrical-marine.com, Price : 32,500 THB + VAT, Phone : +66076272177

Bertram 505 Conver for sale Launched in 1989 this long range sport fishing vessel is powered by 2 Hino Marine 360hp V8 Turbo . The interior is fully air-conditioned and features a saloon, three cabins and a galley. Price: 7,000,000 THB, Stefano, info@ thebigblues.com, 087 834 5293 .

NEW SEALINES AVAILABLE: Orders are now open for the new range of Sealine Sports and Flybridge, both 380 and 450. For details of this exciting new range Contact: inq@sea-yss.com, www. sea-yss.com, 081 370 1995.

BABY ITEMS CAMERA baby car seats for sale BAKLONG Car Seat - Very good condition, suitable for newborn to 25KG. Prices are THB 4,000 per seat, buy both for only THB 7,000. Call 086 479 7471.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES For sale Navy Bar Soi Sea Dragon, Bangla, Patong. Key money paid until October 2015. Asking price for 1.6 MB., Email: playschoolphil@yahoo.com, Phone: 081 083 3231 Bangla rd bar for sale Bangla rd Patong bar for sale 10 meters from the band everything included alcohol stock computer fridge chairs 8 year lease 3.9 million baht eng.086 2752264 or thai 0806195985, Price : 3.9, Person: ed bayford, Email: edbay54@yahoo.ca, Phone: 0862752264

GUESTHOUSE LEASE FOR SALE 13 year lease on 15 room guesthouse in Patong for sale. Includes bar and kitchen plus all equipment and fittings, Price : 3.5M, Person : Paul, Patong, +66-81-958-1055, www.expatguesthouse.com, pauljames@expathotel.com

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.

A steal for a quick sale 2007 Italian demo yacht Cranchi 47ft Hard Top. Fully loaded with Tropical air con, genset, Electrical winches, garage, roof, Raymarine Premium Navy, BBQ, Ice Maker, 3 Fridges, “Bose” Sound, Neon light, Twin 570HP with reliable shaft drive, under 300 hours, Brand New Condition. Euro 335,000. Tel: 089 971 0278, or email eddyelan@yahoo.com for more details.

Excellent Businesses Opportunity Thai company in Phuket owner of an 18 suites/apartment building With a small restaurant-sauna-in/outdoor pool. Looking for aserious and solid partner with a Skill of marketing and hotel businesses (working only now with Booking.com). To be a 50% partner (whit a possibility to take over later 100%).Investment 10.mill bath (250,000 euro) no risk (guaranty 200%) Solid and profitable. information only to; serious people with a good reverence and background.Email;mamoplat@yahoo.com

Business for sale 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.

For further info email samos1941@gmail.com

Dog house sitter wanted Looking for a mature animal lover who has their driver licence ( to take the dogs to the beach for daily walks). Starting mid October for 1 week & again over Christmas for 10days Contact: kyle_lagunda@icloud.com.

Business Partner Wanted Unique business opportunity, in the high end motorcycle industry, now available. Partner wanted to expand existing profitable business. For more info contact 081 691 9346.

CAR FOR SALE TOYOTA VIOS for Sale Toyota Vios 1.5 J, ABS, Auto, 2010 model, Silver. 64,XXX KM. First class insurance till 25 January 2015. Only THB 339,000. Call 086 479 7471 to view.

2013 SUZUKI CARRY 2 cars, 8100 km and 16500 km. Top condition. Price: 300,000 THB/car o.b.o. Tel 080-5889390 Eng or 0925628762 Thai

Subaru WRX STI A Line 2012 Arctic silver with satin gray wrap, Advance racing wheel, STI front and side spoiler, Cold air intake, HKS exhaust, Fuel bank system, STI rear diffuser, Engine remapping, Turbo boost control, Front anti roll bar, Front and back strap bar, Racing STI steel wheel, Mint 2,000 km., Price: 3,500,000, Person: Rujiporn (Fang), Email: fang@ sripanwa.com, Phone: 076-371000

2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 8,000 km., The General Lee orange, Wrap in black satin color, Standard 6200 cc with 425 hp, Aftermarket parts, Mopar intake, Mega flow exhaust, H&R lowering spring, Front & back strut bars, Front anti roll bar, Hennessy engine remapping, Now delivering 488 hp, Price: 4,200,000, Person: Rujiporn (Fang), Email: fang@ sripanwa.com, Phone: 076-371000

2014 Fortuner TRD 1300 Km 1.27 MB 1 month old brand new fortuner 3.0 D4D absolutely fully loaded TRD SPORTIVO full time 4WD price new 1.549.000 selling for 1.270.000 1 MONTH OLD real chance to buy a top model fortuner reason for sale DONT LIKE DIESEL. not negosiable no more discount no bargaining no trades please respect this and kindly NO EMAILS calls only, Price: 1,270,000 THB, Person: Christopher, Phone: 08-43772526

Ford Explorer Limited 2006 4.6-liter, V-8 (Strong Powertrain), 240 horsepower, 99,000 km. Selling Price 850,000 THB. (can be negotiated) Urgent sale ! Call 081 666 6622.

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com CAR FOR SALE Honda Accord 2.4 – Like New ! Only 4 years old (9/2010), Only 52TKM, Aut.,Top model, 1 owner, black leather,8 airbagsNew 1.5 m. THB,Now only 795.000THB., Email: tik@smartproperty.net, Phone: Eng: 0867479292 Thai: 0819705204

2006 Toyota Yaris Good Cond’n 2006 Lt. Blue Toyota Yaris for immediate sale. 135K kms, well maintained and serviced, no accidents, reliable car. Call/email Matt, Price: 260,000 Firm, Phone: 0900720566

2010 NISSAN NAVARA CALIBRE DC GT Calibre LE 5A/T 2.5 Litre Diesel 2 WD 42,000 km full service history, tax July 2015, Price: 510,000 thb

Isuzi D-Max, very low mileage, 4-cab 3.0L(2006). Metallic black,raised suspension, wide wheels, tan leather seats. 59,000 kms, one expat owner/driver. Bodywork like new. Price: 360000 , Person: Steve , Email: steve_phuket@ hotmail.com , Phone: 0862709968

For Sale Nissan Teana 2.5 xv- November-2013-Only one year - 15,000 km White Collar-With-all options New price 1,700,000 Now 1,200,000 THB Tel-081 788 8280 Thai-090 163 2140, Maurice, maurice. phuket@gmail.com

HONDA CITY FOR SALE AUTO. 2007. EXCELLENT CONDITION. 1 owner. Regularly serviced. 1ST CLASS Insurance. 93,000km, Price : 280,000 THB. 089 874 2942.

Isuzu DMax For Sale Isuzu Dmax 2005 2.5TD, 119,000 kms, 1 owner, Full service history, green book, Ins & Reg July 2015, power steering, electric windows. Excellent condition. To inspect call 086 944 1640, priced at 265,000 THB.

Chevi Colorado + Honda PCX FOR SALE Pick-up truck Chevrolet Colorado LTZ 2013 4x4 for sale. In use since November 2013, perfect condition. Diesel 2,8L, Full 4x4, AT, climate control, leather interior, white body. One owner, 10000km, warranty, insurance. Price 25000 USD. Black Honda PCX-150 2013 for sale. Tuned-up bike with warranty and insurance. Price 2000 USD. Call Artem 0937285960, tema_lan@mail.ru

Chevrolet Optra 1.6 Auto 120.000Kms/2006 1 owner excellent condition, 1st class insurance, new tyres, full options, leather interior, airbag, ABS. 081 968 1416, 250.000THB

Ford Everest Limited 3.0 4x4 Excellent condition 2010, 1 owner fully loaded: GPS, DVD, Rear Seat TV, rear camera, leather, 8 seats, 6 air bags. 39,500 km priced for immediate sale. Ford Dealer serviced, 810,000 THB, Mike, Chalong , 088 491 3857.

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First to see will buy, LPG, New air suspen. Contact 084 054 8122 to view. Price : 850,000 THB.

FURNITURE, ORIENTRUGS, PAINTINGS, PRINTS, CDs, ANTIQUES, DINING SET 4x8 IVORY, STEREO, LAMPS++ CALL HEINO 076 289 894 AT 19/2 RAWAI VILLAS. SHOWTIME 9AM to EVENINGS.

CATERING EQUIPMENT GAS B.B.Q clearance sale The B.B.Q Center. GAS B.B.Q clearance sale cheapest in Thailand. All models only 19,000 Baht. Call Khun Thip: 076 366 860, 081 597 5568

CLUBS & MEMBERSHIPS Blue Canyon golf membership Blue Canyon,Corporate membership 2 nominees, can add families later, 1.25 ML negotiable, contact gerryw@amantaresources.com, Price : 1.25 ML , Person : Mr. Gerald Wright , Email : gerryw@amantaresources.com

New in Phuket BACKGAMMON 086 951 5511, tonivanLaak@hotmail.com

Four Poster bed 6’6X3’6 Four poster bed. Thai hardwood. Inc. mattress and mosquito net. 35,000 ONO, adrian@ bd-asia.com, 0870892084.

JEWELLERY /WATCHES Breitling Crosswind 18K Gold Breitling Crosswind Chronograph - 40 Diamonds - 43mm 18k Yellow Gold - Reference: K13355  nr: 1677. Pre-Owned - Purchased October 2004 from authorized Breitling dealer. Contact for more infomation 090 901 3601.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Electric portable cookers (2) Electric portable cooker (x2). Never used - still in their boxes. Smart auto temperature control, 3 cooking zones and auto switch off. Bought for 42,000 THB each - selling for 22,000 THB each. Can buy just one or both, Contact Simon, md@classactmedia.co.th, 084 768 0536 .

Shake things up with Jukebox Shake things up. Bring Elvis back to life with this beauty! call us now 085 797 0005, Price : 33,000 THB, Ying.

MOVING & STORAGE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS FOR SALE A range of household goods for sale, furniture lamps, fans crockery food mixer. Email for the full list. Viewing can be arranged in Bangtao, Email: adrian@bdasia.com, Phone: 0962190974

We Sell Boxes & Moving Supplies: At MY STORAGE Self Storage you can buy quality moving and packing supplies like individual boxes, bubble wrap, packing tapes & knives plus secure padlocks. We also help you to move and store. Call 076 292 909.

PERSONAL SERVICES House and Pet Minding Are you going away over the up coming Christmas and New Year period? Are you looking for someone to house mind, feed and walk your pets. I can come by turn your lights on and off, pick up your mail, feed and walk pets or even house sit long term. References available, Prices start from 100bht per day. Email Philbrandel@gmail.com for more information., Person: Phil, Email: breakfast@ classactmedia.co.th

Eng-Rus Translation Services Don’t miss the booming Russian market! Get your menu, brochure or website translated into Russian for as low as THB 350 per page. We are the professional trusted by Phuket’s leading companies. For more details, please email Anton at antmakhrov@gmail.com.

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BUY & SELL IN PHUKET PERSONAL SERVICES Lebanese Restaurant Like most Mediterranean countries, much of what the Lebanese eat is dictated by the seasons. In Lebanon, very rarely are drinks served without being accompanied by food. Soi Sansabai, Patong, Phuket 83150, Phone : Mr. Hassan - 080 086 3163 or Mr Nadu (Nader) - 083 214 8742

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Competitions abound off island’s shores CAST AWAY

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hoy me hearties, Sad news – For all the many of you who went out on Mena 1, Captain Heem, “The toothless terror of the Andaman Sea” died earlier in the month. Rest in peace my friend, see you in pirate heaven, you were one of the best skippers around. P.I.S.T. (Phuket International Sports fishing Tournament) got off to a great start and on the first day four Sail Fish and one juvenile Marlin, caught on a Tuna line, were logged in. Meanwhile, Queen Marlin limped home on one engine having “nearly” caught one of the biggest Sails the PGFC (Phuket Game Fishing Club) entrants had ever seen, and to add insult to injury were disqualified for being late for the evening check in. Fishing is not always about the fish, hard luck guys, I hear someone

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brought a banana on board. Keel haul the lubber! This year the first prize went to the Triple A Team, unfortunately I was unable to attend the prize giving which I believe was quite fortunate as the weather which had held off for the competition decided to join the party with a vengeance. The E.F.T. (Exotic Fishing Thailand) Charity competi-

tion which I mentioned last month raised B63,000 for the Make-a-Wish Foundation, the winner being Paul Panabaker from Canada with the biggest fish and the most species. Runner-up was Neill Campbell, a well-known local celebrity. The next competition is the “big one”: The Rawai Beach Fishing Club’s “Classic” three-day Similan’s compe-

tition. The tournament has only a few spaces left on “budget” boats with sleeping accommodation and food provided by the “mothership” and the tournament’s control vessel. Enquiries to Warren Crow at the RBFC’s website (rawaireachfishingclub.com), prices are around B40,000 to B45,000 per head, allinclusive. This month’s humor was provided by a tourist: when out fishing, he asked about port and starboard. I explained “port is left” and “starboard is right” facing the bow (pointy end). While explaining the safety issues arising from navigating at night, “as the port lights are red and the starboard green”, we both looked around for an example and were perplexed to find our local Thai boats had all sorts of fancy colors, and all this as we listened to the various captains using the ship’s radio as a karaoke. Only in Thailand. Tight lines, me fisheroos. Jimmy www.fishinginphuket.com

Phuket Condo’s & Homes were crowned the Super Six Season 8 Division 1 champions last week.

Top team gets Super Six Div 1 championship PHUKET CONDOS & Homes were crowned Super Six Season 8 Division 1 champions with a fourpoint margin down to 2nd place Pita Bar Phuketeers. Phuket Condos & Homes consists of skilled players from Myanmar, Thailand and Sweden. The final

matches of both Division 2 and Division 3 had yet to kick-off when The Phuket News went to presss. A full report on all Super Six: Season 8 champions and results is available online at Thephuketnews. com and will be published in the December 12 issue.

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Champs crowned at Challenge Laguna Phuket Triathlon TRIATHLON JP Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

LOCAL BOYS TEAM DUSIT Thani took home the relay title at the Challenge Laguna Phuket Tri-fest last Sunday (November 30) as Thanyapura veterans finished in the top two in the individual competition. Ruedi Wild finished in 4:02:03 to come away with the Challenge Laguna Phuket title. The Swiitzerland native previously finished first at the 2013 and 2012 Laguna Phuket Triathlon. Frederik Croneberg was

only two minutes behind with a finish time of 4:04:02, good for 2nd place. Meanwhile, 2013 Ironman 70.3 World Champion Melissa Hauschildt of Australia once again finished no.1 with a time of 4:27:40, which is

three minutes faster than last year’s time. This marks Hauschildt’s third straight Challenge Laguna Phuket title and the fourth straight year an Aussie female has won the competition (Melissa Rollison in 2011).

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Phuket to join Thailand Rugby League in 2015 RUGBY LEAGUE JP Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

he Phuket Vagabonds have been chosen to be one of two new teams to join the Thailand Rugby League competition for the 2015 season. Under the new name of the Southern Thailand Warriors, the squad will compete in the six-team league when they kick off their second season next year (the squad will continue to use the Phuket Vagabonds name when competing in rugby union matches outside of the league). All home matches will be played at the stadium at Thanyapura Sports Club in Thalang. “W hat’s lacking with rugby union in Thailand is there is no proper competition or league. We never get much

game time aside from just seven or 10-a-side tournament and one-off matches,” said Pat Cotter, founder and director of the Phuket Vagabonds. “To be involved in this competition, we’re going to get at least eight or nine games in a season. It’s not only good for us but also for people who like to watch rugby league.” Along with the Chiang Mai Titans, the Southern Thailand Warriors will join a league that will include a playoff and a Grand final in Bangkok. The rest of the teams in the league, which hosts its inaugural Grand Final on December 13, currently are only squads from Bangkok and Pattaya. In joining the league, Phuket will also play host to rugby coaching clinics and training camps with professional coaches.

“This is something we want to try and introduce into the schools as well, get more Thai people to play,” said Cotter. Representatives f rom all six teams will meet in Bangkok on December 14 to discuss the schedule and other logistics. For more information, visit trlrugby13.com.

Phuketian to fight BJJ legend MMA ENGLISH MMA FIGHTER James McSweeney is set to take on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu legend Roger Gracie tonight (December 5) at One FC: Warrior’s Way in Manila, Philippines. Formerly of Phuket Top Team and now fighting out of Tiger Muay Thai & MMA Training Camp, McSweeney (14-11) previously won his bout against Cristiano Kaminishi via first round TKO in August at One FC: Reign of Champions. He goes up against Gracie (6-2) who is considered one of the best BJJ athletes on the planet. Though Gracie has only fought eight MMA bouts, the Brazilian is a veteran of Strikeforce and UFC – though he lost his only bout in the biggest promotion to Tim Kennedy via unanimous decision. One FC: Warrior’s Way will begin at 8pm tonight (December 5). thephuketnews

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Gerrard, Mata leave Reds, United smiling FOOTBALL

teven Gerrard and Juan Mata scored pivotal goals as Liverpool and Manchester United each posted victories over obdurate opposition in the Premier League on Tuesday (December 2). Liverpool captain Gerrard, the subject of speculation about his Anfield future this week, stroked home the crucial second goal as his side came from behind to win 3-1 at 10-man Leicester City. Victory lifted Brendan Rodgers’s side up to eighth place, but they remain five points off the Champions League berths after Mata’s fortuitous strike earned fourth-place United a 2-1 success at home to Stoke City. The Spaniard saw a freekick from wide on the right drift straight into the net in the 59th minute at Old Trafford, sending United to within a point of third-place Southampton, who visited Arsenal on Wednesday (December 3). The Phuket News went to print before all games kickedoff on December 3. Explaining his decision to rest 34-year-old Gerrard for Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Stoke at the weekend, Liverpool manager Rodgers told

BT Sport: “Steven Gerrard was rested last weekend with tonight in mind. “When you rest a player, people ask why. When you play them, you are asked why aren’t you resting them. The energy from being rested at the weekend gave him the energy to play tonight (Dec. 2).” Rodgers revealed before the game that Gerrard has been offered a new contract, but when asked if he was ready to commit to a new deal, the former England captain said: “I will decide when I am ready. “There is nothing to say. When there is, the fans know I will come out and say it.” A knee injury to Wayne Rooney saw 19-year-old James Wilson handed a start for United, who took a 21st-minute lead when Marouane Fellaini headed in Ander Herrera’s inviting left-wing cross. Steven Nzonzi equalised for Stoke six minutes before half, lashing home from outside the box. But Mata’s goal gave United a fourth straight victory, with Marcos Rojo’s leap distracting visiting goalkeeper Asmir Begovic and allowing Mata’s free-kick to nestle inside the left post. After seeing his goalkeeper David de Gea pull off a pair of

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English Premier League 2014 - 2015 Manchester United’s Spanish midfielder Juan Mata (R) is congratulated by midfielder Ashley Young and defender Chris Smalling (L) after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League match between Manchester United and Stoke City at Old Trafford. Photo: AFP/Paul Ellis stunning late saves, coach Louis van Gaal said: “The last few moments were not necessary, but it is always like that. “We have struggled until the end in the Premier League.... Tomorrow (Wednesday) we have a Christmas party and it’s important we can enjoy that.” West Ham United remain a point behind Van Gaal’s side in fifth place after coming from behind to win 2-1 at West Bromwich Albion. Craig Dawson’s 10th-minute header put the home team in front, but Kevin Nolan equalised 15 minutes later and James Tomkins gave West Ham vic-

tory with a header in first-half injury time. Swansea City climbed to sixth place after late goals from Ki Sung-yueng and Wayne Routledge secured a 2-0 success at home to second-bottom Queens Park Rangers. Burnley climbed out of the relegation zone following a 1-1 draw at home to Newcastle United, with Papiss Cisse earning the away team a point after George Boyd had put the hosts ahead. AFP Five EPL matches had yet to kick-off at time of press.

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FOOTBALL FIXTURES Saturday 6th December 2014

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