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Today – August 9 – businesses along Surin Beach will receive notice to remove all structures between the beach path and the sand, as part of a drive to ‘restore order’. Those who fail to comply can expect to be investigated in depth.

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oday (August 9) has been named as the day when action to remove all private structures between the beach path and Surin Beach will begin, on the orders of Vice-Governor Jamroen Tippayapontada.

But sweeping away restaurant structures along Surin Beach may not be as easy as the forthright V/Gov Jamroen seemed to think when he told a meeting of local officials on Monday to “knock them all down, no exceptions”.

Ma-Ann Samran, President of Cherng Talay OrBorTor (Tambon Administration Organisation), which is responsible for the area, was on the end of much of the finger-wagging at the meeting. He says it’s not that simple.

For a start, though he knows that the brick path along the beach and the land to the west of the path is public

land, he says he does not know which arm of the government is supposed to be in charge of it. Is it National Parks? The Forestry Department? The OrBorTor itself?

“I will go to the OrBorJor [Provincial Administration Organisation] to ask for maps of the area. Then I will have a better idea of how to handle this.”

Another question is what is legal and what is not. It is against the law to erect “permanent structures” on public land or beaches, but what qualifies as permanent?

While in some places walls have been built – which would seem to be pretty permanent – are wooden walkways laid over the land classified as permanent?

“I have received the order from Vice-Governor Jamroen to prepare a plan for moving the restaurants, bars, hawkers, sunbed operators, massage and other businesses because almost all of them are on pub-

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lic land,” said Mr Ma-Ann. “I’ve had many comments about some places but it is not easy because influential people are involved. I believe we can do this but I can’t do it on my own.

“The Surin beach problem is a local one. But, if the DSI [Department of Special Investigation] takes on this case, the problem will be solved.”

However, Mr Ma-Ann wants to try first to resolve the mess himself. He has been working on it for a long time.

“V/Gov Jamroen ordered that everything has to start on Friday, beginning with a warning to every business that they are occupying public land, and telling them they must pull down their structures.

“If anyone resists, they will be investigated by the DSI.” Businesses along the beachfront, contacted by The Phuket News on Wednesday, declined to comment until they have received something in writing from officials.

Heart failure suspected in mystery somtam death

The bomb punched holes in the side of an OrBorJor van.

Maker of bomb still unidentified POLICE HAVE YET TO identify who was responsible for an explosion at the Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (OrBorJor) office carpark on Narisorn Rd, Phuket Town, on the afternoon of August 1.

A parked van was damaged by the blast, peppered with holes from the shrapnel blown out by the bomb. No one was injured.

The remains of a bomb, a small home-made device, was

found hidden in a trash bin in the carpark.

Phuket Provincial Police Deputy Commander Saneh Yawila said, “We do not think it was politically motivated.”

Governor Maitree Intusut said, “I can’t tell you any more about the bomb, as the investigation is still ongoing.”

OrBorJor President Paiboon Upatising said he thought the attack might be related to a land issue, but gave no further details.

DOCTORS ARE NOW LEANing towards heart failure as the cause after a woman died on Sunday morning (August 4), the apparent victim of food poisoning.

Dutch expatriate Hans Lehner, 68, called police after he found his partner, Pranee Srijam, dead in bed at their home in Nanai Rd, Patong.

Mr Lehner said that on Saturday night Miss Pranee, 38, from Yasothorn, ate somtam plara (papaya salad with pickled fish). After eating it she suffered from severe diarrhoea.

Eventually, she fell asleep but by morning she was dead.

Dr Bancha Kakong, Chief Public Health Officer, told The Phuket News yesterday (August 8) that no autopsy had yet been done because of difficulty contacting Ms Pra­ nee’s family, but that an initial examination indicated heart failure. Eakkapop Thongtub/ The Phuket News

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fter spending almost a year in Vachira Phuket Hospital, American George Byrdwell Harris Jr, severely disabled in a road accident in Kamala in August, 2012 looks like he may be flying home next week.

It has taken work from many people – Vachira Phuket Hospital, the Tourist Police, the bank that holds George’s money, and representatives and wardens from the US Embassy

and Warden – to pull it all together but now it seems that all the pieces are in place for George to be flown home to Dallas, Texas in an air ambulance.

The main stumbling block was money; although George had funds he was unable to withdraw them because of his disabilities. His mother, his next of kin, is very elderly and could not fly to Phuket to take care of this.

She had to go to court to get papers valid in both the US and Thailand, appointing her as his representative and then appointing George’s brother

THE TOURIST ASSISTANCE Centre (TAC) has opened a second, temporary, office to help tourists, at Surakul Stadium, Phuket Town.

There is already a TAC office at Phuket International Airport, and offices in 10 other provinces apart from Phuket.

Santi Pawai, director of the Phuket Office of Tourism and Sport, to whom the local TAC reports, told The Phuket News, “Currently we have only 10 staff in Phuket [covering both offices]. I want to get more in preparation for the Asean

Economic Community [in December 2015] and because the numbers of tourists are continually increasing.

The office at the stadium is temporary, he added. “The TAC will have a new building.

I have already sent a request for approval of the idea to the Ministry of Tourism and Sport.” So far, however, a site for the new building has not been identified.

He added, “Anyone can call the TAC for help with tourists’ problems. The number is 076 327 100.”

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Methavee Maneesri of Vachira Hospital’s International Department said, “Now, our duty is to take care of the patient and prepare the documents as requested. Our objective is to get him home”.

“I have sent the documents to Quality Express Co, the company that will repatriate him. It will take a few days to arrange but the news is good: George will fly back to his home country very soon.”

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Pol Lt Ekkachai Kuru of the Phuket Tourist Police told The Phuket News, “We invited everyone involved in this case to get together to discuss a solution for sending George back home and everybody understands their part about what to do.

“Once everything is ready and the documents are prepared, then we’ll talk again about the next step and how to make [the money transaction] transparent”. The Phuket News understands that the process of

NARONGSAK LAKSANAvisit had a shock last Friday (August 2) when he walked out of his house and spotted, peeping out of an old, disused washing machine in the yard of his house in Mai Khao, what looked like the tail of a snake.

Not wishing to go any closer, he called the experts from the Kusondharm Foundation.

They lugged the washing

machine out into an open area and then carefully dismantled it. Wound around inside the bowels of the machine was a two-metre python, presumably sheltering from the heavy rain.

They managed to extract the snake safely and took it away to release in Phuket’s dwindling jungle.

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T H E OV ERC ROW DED Phuket International Airport will get some quick relief by the end of the year with a new temporary passenger terminal.

The board of Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT) last week endorsed a B145-million maximum budget for building the facility, designed to provide much-needed capacity before the airport’s main expansion, costing B5.8 billion, is completed in mid-2015.

The approval came as the AoT board also asked management to conduct a feasibility study for a second runway at Phuket to meet future demand growth once the current expansion is finished, AoT executives said.

Unique Engineering and Construction Plc was given a preliminary mandate from the board to build the temporary

terminal, a single-storey building with usable floor space of 1,400 square metres, subject to price negotiations.

When completed in December the temporary terminal, to be built in 120 days on four rai currently used as a football pitch, will have the capacity to handle 3 million passengers a year.

It will be a glass-and-steel structure designed in harmony with the terminal featured in the main expansion.

Because it will be located away from the existing terminal, the temporary facility, equipped with 10 check-in counters, will be used for passengers on international charter flights, who will then be transferred by bus to the main terminal for security and immigration processing.

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will provide much-needed capacity at the airport, where traffic volume is expected to reach 10.5 million passenger movements this year, well beyond the 6.5 million official capacity.

The ongoing permanent expansion will increase Phuket’s annual passenger handling to 12.5 million movements.

All the construction will only allow the airport to catch up with traffic; if numbers continue to grow at the current rate, Phuket is projected to see 12 million movements or more by 2015, when the new international terminal opens.

Meanwhile, AoT management has orders to assess the possibility of building a second runway at Phuket by acquiring adjoining land now occupied by state bodies such as the Royal Thai Navy. Bangkok Post thephuketnews

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Red Cross gets new blood bus THE PHUKET RED CROSS is organising a celebration to mark the arrival of a new mobile blood donation centre – a fully equipped bus donated by the Siam Commercial Bank.

The bus will lead a parade starting at 9am on August 15, proceeding from Dragon Park on Thalang Rd to the Lan Nawamin on Phuket Rd, where the bus will be parked and opened for donations from 11am to 3pm.

The Red Cross will use the bus to collect blood donations in parts of the island that do not have large rooms that can be used as donation centres.

As yet, no schedule has been drawn up.

Meanwhile, the Phuket Regional Blood Centre has invited people to give blood as a way to make merit on HM the Queen’s Birthday on August 12 (also celebrated as Mother’s Day in Thailand), at Phuket Regional Blood

Centre, 38/193 Rattanakosin 200 Pi Rd, Phuket Town, from 8.30am until 4.30pm. Donors will each receive a pot plant as a souvenir.

The Centre also announced other venues for blood donations in August. The remaining dates are: August 12: Phuket Regional Blood Centre, 8.30am4.30am; August 13: 3rd floor meeting room, Patong Hospital, 1pm-4pm, and Mercure Phuket Deevana, Patong. 1pm4pm; August 14: Homepro Village, Chalong, 12am-4pm; August 20: Honda Showroom, Chao Fa West Rd, 10am-3pm; August 21: Radisson Blu Plaza Panwa Beach Resort, 1pm-4pm; and August 27: Cherngtalay Subdistrict Administration Organisation (OrBorTor), 10am-3pm.

DJ dragged 500m after road smash TERDPONG “BOW” PUTthapitak, 27, a coordinator at Siangtai newspaper and a DJ/ technician at Blue Wave FM radio, died after his motorbike was rear-ended on the afternoon of July 31 by a pickup truck, in front of the Sapam Inn Hotel.

The driver of the pickup, Amad Hemmawong, 58, panicked after the collision and attempted to drive away towards Phuket Town, dragging Mr Terdpong with him.

Mr Terdpong was dragged under the truck for more than half a kilometre before falling away into the road in front of the Shell gas station in Sapam.

Kusoldharm Foundation volunteers rushed him to Vachira Phuket Hospital but he died in the emergency room from multiple injuries including fractured ribs, a broken leg, haemorrhaging in the lungs and head injuries.

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Syrian tourist drowns at Karon

V/Gov Somkiet ‘will talk to the Governor about the lack of cooperation from officials’.

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ice Governor Somkiet Sangkhaosutthirak on Friday slammed government officials who failed to turn up at a site meeting to solve a dispute between local people and a construction company.

He was inspecting an area near Srisuchart Grand Ville, between the bypass road and Thepkrassattri Rd, residents of which had complained to the Damrongdharm Centre – the provincial ombudsman – about overloaded construction trucks dropping soil on roads, causing them to become filthy and dangerously slippery when wet.

V/Gov Somkiet said, “We came here today to take a look – not to criticise the contractor or the local people. We invited many relevant departments to

send representatives, but they didn’t show up. So we have to question their sincerity when it comes to solving people’s troubles.

“I would like to urge those officials whose work relates to problems to turn up [to meetings like this]. Today was a failure because the main [government] characters didn’t appear.

“If this keeps happening, then the effectiveness of the Damrongdharm Centre will be cast into doubt. There is no excuse for this.

“I will be talking to the Governor about today’s lack of cooperation from officials.”

In the event, the problem seemed to move towards a solution. Although invited government officials were conspicuous by their absence, a representative of the construction company did turn up to

the meeting.

Samak Rattanadilok Na Phuket, deputy village chief of Rassada Moo5, told The Phuket News, “The trucks are overloaded with soil – the law limits loads to no more than 25 tons – and this will damage the road in a long run.

“Also, when they carry soil to this area, some of it falls off the trucks onto the road.

It makes the road filthy and sometimes, when it rains, the soil turns into mud, making the surface very slippery.”

A representative of Nakornchai Co, the contractor, came to the site.

Asking not to be named, she conceded that some trucks might be overloaded. She admitted that the company may have been negligent about this and said she would talk to managers to get them to be more vigilant about loads.

A TOURIST FROM SYRIA drowned off Karon beach on Monday afternoon (August 5) after leaping into the sea in a red-flag zone.

The Syrian, named by lifeguards as Wael Zakhour, 40, arrived in Phuket on Monday for an eight-day stay at the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Hotel in Karon.

He and six friends walked across from the hotel to the beach and ran into the sea despite red flags and warning whistle-blasts from lifeguards.

A l most i m me d iat ely they were in trouble. Three lifeguards ran into water with flotation devices. They rescued four of the tourists, while another two managed to make it back to the beach on their own.

Mr Zakhour, however, had been dragged by currents further out to sea than his friends.

A jet-ski was sent to get him but, despite the rescuers’ best efforts with mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and CPR, he could not be revived.

Karon Beach Chief Lifeguard Uten Singsom told The Phuket News, “It was too late for him; he was already unconscious in the water when we reached him. We tried to revive him but we couldn’t get him breathing again.

“The ambulance came very fast but he still died on the way to Patong hospital.”

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The witness told police that the number plate of the truck had fallen off at the collision site. It was retrieved but police did not have to go looking for Amad; he had already turned himself in.

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a result, the villagers worry that Rajabhat may reject any request to repair the road.

No representatives of Rajabhat attended the meeting, nor did anyone from Sapsomnam or Pruksa.

However, Somchart Somnam of Sapsomnam told The Phuket News, “There is no problem with the [Rajabhat] entrance. We have the documents from about 30 years ago to show that the university allows us to use it as a public street and the university cannot just block it at any time.

“However, the residents at DusitBuri probably do not know it. I will communicate with them more”.

Mr Somchart gave The Phuket News a copy of an easement document dated 1992, in which Rajabhat appears to give the residents the right to go across its land, in return for a donation to the university of B250,000. A further donation of B400,000 secured ownership of the physical road – though not the land under it.

However, Mr Somchart said that he had had difficulty

getting Rajabhat to agree to road repairs.

“I would prefer to work on a solution to the problem of the road next to Pruksa, which is on public land but has been occupied by Pruksa Ville. I am more than happy to do something to be responsible for DusitBuri village”.

However, a spokesperson for Pruksa, who declined to be named, insisted that the former road next to Pruksa Ville was not public land. “We have the evidence to show that our land is legal. We bought the land and built the concrete wall about three years ago.

“We are willing to show our evidence and explain, if we receive a formal approach from the Provincial Goverment or the Land Department.”

Mr Chawaphon said, “We are in trouble. We can’t live like this. We hope to hear something from Gov Maitri very soon.

He is our last hope in Phuket.

“If nothing moves forward, we will have to go to Bangkok to the Administrative Court and the Consumer Protection Board.”

Project residents in appeal to Gov over access dispute

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epresentatives of 275 families in the DusitBuri village close to Rajabhat University in Phuket Town appealed to Governor Maitree Intusut this week for help in shifting a logjam of problems.

Representatives of the 274 families who signed a petition to the Governor – there are some 400 homes in the village – showed Gov Maitri photographs of what used to be the entrance road leading to DusitBuri, but which had been blocked three years ago when giant property developer Pruksa built a wall around its new development, Pruksa Ville.

Residents can still get in and out of DusitBuri along a road on the opposite side of the village, but this road runs across land owned by the university, and the residents fear that Rajabhat might at any time withdraw permission for them to use it.

Chawaphon Ruangnui, a representative of the DusitBuri

residents, put some of the blame on the village’s developer, Sapsomnam Property, which is also official manager of the village’s public facilities.

Residents say that Sapsomnam have not been carrying out maintenance, and have done nothing about the access problem. “We want Somchart Somnam from Sapsomnam Property Co – the management company – to take effective action,” Mr Chawaphon said.

“We have not paid the maintenance fees for about two years because we have not had even fundamental services at DusitBuri for a long time.

There are no security guards or staff to clean up the common areas, and garbage has accumulated in the drains, which causes floods.”

Another residents’ representative said that things had deteriorated to the point where he and others now have negative equity, paying mortgages on houses that have sunk drastically in value.

“My house was previously valued at more than B5 million

by Krungthai Bank, but now

The battered road into the DusitBuri village. Rajabhat University, the residents say, has opposed repairs. it’s B3 million. It’s already too cheap to sell and the value may sink even further if nothing is done about access to the village”.

His wife told Gov Maitri, “You will be shocked if you go to see the village where we live. We are ashamed to invite anyone to come to our house at DusitBuri.”

Another resident complained, “There have been many problems such as thieves because we have no walls, and Sapsomnam Property always

takes a very long time to solve any of our problems.

“Regarding this entrance and exit street issue it’s very difficult for us to live without a way in and out of our homes.”

Pudit Raksarat, Mayor of Rassada, said, “We have a budget of B500,000 to renovate this area starting with the [Rajabhat] street if we can do anything to help the residents.”

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Romeo con artists cheat women in ‘Phuket Airport’ scam Prapaporn Jitmaneeyaphan reporter2@classactmedia.co.th

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tories have appeared in national newspapers and on TV recently about Thai women being scammed by foreign men they met on the internet and fell in love with.

Despite the stories, however, Montira Cherdchoo, Phuket Airport Customs Director says she encounters an average of two similar scam stories every week involving women seduced online into giving up large sums of money.

The scam is similar to the classic “Nigerian scam” whereby victims are offered a share of huge amounts of money if they first pay an “administration fee” of some sort.

It has the additional twist that the fraudsters seduce their credulous victims over several months so that, believing themselves to be in love, they give up the money more easily.

Ms Montira said, “From questioning these Thai ladies, we found that most of them had known their guys only three or four months, from chatting online.”

There are three variations on the scam, she said. In the first the scam artist tells the victim he has sent her a large amount of cash in a package, but that it has been stopped

by Customs at the airport, and a fee or fine must be paid, in Thailand in Thai baht, to release the cash.

The second version is very similar but in this case the package contains expensive handbags or other luxury items, with duty owing on them.

In the third version, the scamster claims to have been arrested by Customs at the airport for carrying too much money into the country while on his way to meet his beloved.

In each case the victim gets a call from a Thai woman, sometimes posing as a logistics company employee or, often as a customs officer. The woman tells the victim the details of an account into which the “fee”, “fine” or “duty” should be transferred, and the amount, and assures the victim that after payment is made, the parcel will be sent on to the victim, or the boyfriend will be released.

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an average of two women a week – typically from Thai provinces far away – who come to her office to claim their “packages”.

She told The Phuket News that she wanted to warn Thai women about the scams. She believes that there are many more victims but, embarrassed and down at heart when they realise they have been cheated out of money, and feeling foolish that they have been cheated in love, they decide to take no action.

She explained Customs regulations. “If you are paying duty on goods, you must [come here to] see your package before you make any payment.

“At the Airport Customs office, we will check official documents such as an ID card or passport. We will see if the name on ID is correct and matches with the name of the recipient of package.

“You cannot pay by bank transfer. The only way to pay duty is in cash at the Airport Customs office.

“Also, we do not provide any service for sending packages on to people. They must come and collect the package themselves or they can send someone with a written power of attorney to collect it for them.

“Most of the Thai women who were swindled live in other provinces; it makes it easier to cheat them because it is more difficult for them to come to the airport in Phuket and check that the parcel actually exists.

“Some women do telephone us to to check what’s going on [and avoid being cheated] but others don’t check; they just

transfer the money right away because they want to get the gift from their ‘boyfriend’, or to see their beloved’s face.

“Some of them don’t believe they have been cheated, or they want to be certain, so they fly from their home to Phuket to see for themselves what really happened. Some even bring a lawyer with them.

“That’s when they find out for sure that they have been deceived.”

The scammers by no means confine themselves to using Phuket Airport Customs. At Chiang Mai Airport a Customs official who asked not to be named told The Phuket News they come across three to five cases a month.

The scam artists do their homework, she said. They use the actual names of Customs officers – which are freely visible to the public on a board at the airport or on the Customs website – to make the scam more plausible.

At Suvarnabhumi Airport Customs, an officer who also asked not to be named said they get about three cases a month. Last week, a man and a woman came from Southern Thailand to help the woman’s “boyfriend” who was supposedly locked up in Customs cells after trying to bring a large amount of money into the country.

The Customs officers at Suvarnabhumi told them that they were not holding anyone – that they do not even have cells – and that in any case anyone may bring as much money as they wish into the country. The only rule is that if the amount is more than

US$20,000 (B600,000) it must be declared to Customs. Even then, there is no fee of any kind.

So what is the remedy for victims? In Phuket, Pol Col Sermphan Sirikong, Superintendent of Phuket City Police Station said, “If we receive a

report about this kind of fraud, and we conclude that the report is plausible, then, for sure, we will take legal action.”

But if no crime has actually taken place in Phuket – which certainly seems to be the case – will Phuket police have the

power to investigate? Come to that, where did the crime actually take place? In the victim’s home province? In the location of the bank account?

Somewhere overseas?

The Phuket News contacted the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) in Bangkok, where a spokeman who did not want to be named said that the TCSD had had many complaints about this sort of scam.

He did not hold out great hope, however. “Once we have received a report, our investigators will look through all the evidence and information the victims can provide, such as slips and receipts.

“We have made arrests in the past, but they involved scams that originated in Thailand. International scams are more complicated to follow up. It is very difficult to handle when the criminal is based overseas.”

Victims can call the TCSD call centre at 02 1422 555.

The Phuket News had to call several times in order to get through.

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hu ket’s bea che s – whether you’re an avid user of them or not – are probably one of the major reasons that you came here.

Take them away and Phuket would almost certainly experience an identity crisis.

The sun, sand and sea are integral to Phuket’s make up, so it is with a jubilant tap on the computer keyboard that it appears that the island’s government, with a little prompting from Bangkok, is finally prepared to tackle issues related to them.

Seemingly bolstered by the recent involvement of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) in pledging to undertake the island’s niggling, nagging problems, including public transport and tourist safety, Vice-Governor Jamroen Tippayapontada has warned Surin beach restaurateurs

to knock down all illegally placed beach structures by Friday, or else.

According to Thai law, no private ‘permanent’ structure may be built on public land, and as every Thai beach is public land, the message is pretty clear, but nonetheless rarely adhered to: “Don’t build permanent structures on Thai beaches.”

Confusion lies in who should be enforcing such regulations, the OrBorTor, the district office, the police, the local people? Compounding the problem is what may be defined as a permanent structure.

Is a massage sala, that can be theoretically dismantled and moved easily, a permanent structure?

The law also decrees that nobody should profit from public land. Again, what about

beach chairs and sun loungers?

There’s plenty of profit derived from the hiring of those.

The question of who is profiting must be asked, and if nobody in Surin or elsewhere in Phuket is prepared to answer, then it looks like the DSI will start doing the questioning themselves.

In more positive beachrelated news, this week saw the roll-out of a new initiative launched by the Kamala OrBorTor, Kamla Beach Club and environmental organisation NEV-Net to hire two full time beach cleaners. They will work six days a week to keep Kamala beach clean.

It’s encouraging news, and perhaps – combined with the Surin ultimatum – a sign that we are finally turning the corner on the rampant abuse of our most precious resource.

We certainly hope so.

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A role reversal in this ship of fools Voranai Vanijaka voranaiv@bangkokpost.co.th

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ere we go again. At the time you are reading this, out in the streets there are a) clashes and chaos between multitudes of protesters and security personnel, or b) three people in masks and two in multi-colour shirts camping out peacefully in front of Government House.

In truth, it’s probably somewhere in between.

The issue sparking the protests (of whatever size) is the reading of the amnesty bill proposed by Pheu Thai MP Worachai Hema. At the time of press, it was set to be deliberated by the House of Representatives on Wednesday and Thursday. The government expects a mass protest by the combined forces of the V For Thailand group, Pitak Siam and the People’s Army.

A special cabinet meeting last Wednesday decided to impose the Internal Security Act (ISA) in Dusit, Phra Nakhon and Pomprap Sattruphai districts of Bangkok until August 10.

Some may say invoking the ISA is unnecessary and an act of paranoia. Nonetheless, given the havoc wrought by both the People’s Alliance for Democracy (PAD) and the United Front for Democracy

against Dictatorship (UDD) in past years, invoking the ISA may just be prudent.

And yes, it also serves as a thinly veiled warning to the protesters to keep things in line. As well, the UDD promising to stay out of it is a wise strategy to avoid clashes.

With the Democrats now championing street protests and Pheu Thai invoking the ISA, it is indeed a role reversal from 2009 and 2010.

It must be said that the Democrats’ plans to organise street protests are within the law, as was the case for Pheu Thai three years ago.

To march against what they deem as corruption and unconstitutional rule passed on from Thaksin Shinawatra, who is considered a fugitive criminal, is well and fine. Just as, three years ago, it was well and fine to march against a government considered to be coup-installed and illegitimate.

One need not agree with the stance of either side, but both in principle are within legal boundaries. However things won’t be legal, well or fine if events degenerate into chaos and anarchy, as they did three years ago.

The actions of the Democrats and anti-Thaksin groups on this and the coming days ought to be a political communication effort to persuade and inspire the people of Thailand

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Reaching for the island’s heights [Re. One man’s journey to find the highest point in Phuket] “The newly discovered highest point has no name, no access, and no one knows. Its only distinguishing characteristic is a property marker.” Um, except for whomever put the property marker there?

Come on, there’s nothing ‘nuts’ or ‘crazy’ about going out on hikes. Plenty of us do it regularly. Us Hash House Harriers have covered pretty much every inch of the island’s jungle. A bunch of local HHH coffin dodgers did a multi-day hardcore route a long time ago and still go out on reccies.

At any rate, keep on hiking, sir. A little less embellishing on your accomplishments would be nice though, please. You are not alone in the jungles of Phuket.

Dave Hello Dave, you should look in your books before trying to belittle me. I’ve been a hasher on Phuket for 7 or 8 years

to vote Democrat rather than Pheu Thai in the next general election.

Or, these groups may use the strength and pressure of their numbers to persuade the government to step down and call for a snap election. Either way, they should not incite violence to bring down the government.

With the King and Queen in Hua Hin, on top of all the political developments, the rumour mills are in a frenzy over possible unrest that might be planned and designed. If the situation gets out of hand, which hopefully it won’t, here’s what could possibly happen.

Protesters start to break laws, as they did in 2008, 2009 and 2010.

Security forces move in to make arrests and restore order, as they did in 2008, 2009 and 2010. People get hurt and lives may be lost, as happened in 2008, 2009 and 2010.

When the dust settles and the smoke clears, one side will scream “terrorists” and the other side “murderers”, in a role reversal. The chaos and anarchy may of course end with tanks in the streets to “restore order”, resulting in an appointed government.

It won’t be democratic, but it is the final safeguard of society against anarchy when the cup of stupidity runneth over.

Since the 2006 military coup,

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now and go on the Saturday afternoon runs whenever I get the chance.

I talked my route over with your “coffin dodgers”, as you call them, a few times as my route is a bit different from theirs.

They did mostly roads and started north from Patong, from what they told me. My route attempts to connect all the highest points via the ridges and often as not, there’s no trail at all, only jungle. I would like to see it a trail someday, not a roadwalk.

Why don’t you upload the route into a handheld GPS and go see for yourself? I suggest you take a machete as there often is no trail.

Fiddler

The Caribbean, Mexican, and American beaches are all generally better than those in Phuket. The “world class” ones (think Hawaii) really put Phuket to shame.

Phuket does offer better prices and very friendly ladies, but it still needs truly world class beaches.

Jim

Is Phuket tourism on wrong path?

[Re. Phuket DJ dragged 500m after smash] So he could have survived and probably would have survived if the driver would have stopped and gotten assistance.

But no, the mentality is to run away thus dragging him more than half a kilometre which probably caused his

[Re. ‘Father of tourism’ slams Phuket greed]

Tourism is like a three legged stool. The main attraction of Phuket are the beaches, lower costs, and very friendly singles. But the beaches are all far from world class.

only the national government appointed by the interim council can be considered democratically illegitimate. The governments of the People’s Power Party, the Democrats and Pheu Thai all came into power legitimately, according to the rules of parliamentary democracy.

Opponents may scream that those three parties came into power through shady and dubious means, especially in the case of the Democrats. But shady and dubious do not equal illegitimacy, as Samak Sundaravej, Abhisit Vejjajiva and Yingluck Shinawatra were all chosen by the elected representatives in government at the time.

This is how it’s done in parliamentary democracy, although in the United States the popular vote may not necessarily determine the winner, thanks to the electoral college concept.

In 2013, we still argue over 2006, because we have yet to resolve the past. We have not resolved the past because we don’t stand by democracy and the rule of law. We play factional politics, which dictates that democracy is only legitimate and the rule of law should only be upheld if and when it suits us.

Nay, democracy and rule of law ought to be the benchmark, not just convenient tools.

We go round in circles because

death.

I don’t know who was at fault, but the driver should not have kept going.

RIP Mr DJ. KathuChap

There’s no excuse for a no show

Solid words, but it sounds like he is not really in a position to affect much change.

He is also very correct about Phuket losing its status, although I think it’s suffered more already than he let on.

Global_Saffer

[Re. V Gov slams no-show Phuket officials] I guess there could be two reasons why they didn’t show up.

1. They simply do not care, therefore should not be in office. 2. They are all heading for the nearest border, to escape prosecution by the DSI. Laurie Howells

Put a stop to danger on roads

Give fishermen an education

[Re. Go Eco Phuket event to be ‘psychologically’ bigger than ever] It may be time for government agencies such as the “Fishery Department” to educate Thai fishermen to fit their fishing boats with wastewater holding tanks, toilets and bins and to bring back their garbage to shore especially their old

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fishing nets which kill turtles, dolphin and dugongs when they are discarded into the sea.

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Kudos to Kamala on their clean-up

[Re. Kamala gets island’s first full time beach cleaners] Great news for all lovers of Kamala Beach.

This is a wonderful initiative, which never seemed possible during the 1990s and early 2000s as there were not enough community minded people living there.

Paddy

It all depends...

[Re. Leasehold can be a better deal than condos – CBRE boss] I live in the same condo as David Simister and I disagree.

It depends what you want.

If you only holiday here, are looking at your property as a holiday destination and investment over a 30 year period, and want a distance management service, then maybe

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we are dominated by the emotion invested on either side. As emotion can be jerked around like a puppet on a strings, the people are always vulnerable to becoming tools for the powerful elites to exploit in their political struggles.

As long as the people choose first either the Democrats or Pheu Thai, and everything else second, then we will still be stuck on this ship of fools.

If we refused to be made tools and fools, and instead chose, first and foremost, democratic values and the rule of law, then we would not allow ourselves to be exploited.

Then, and only then, could we drag those powerful elites, kicking and screaming, to move the nation forward.

Protest as you will. Demand as you wish. But do what you must under the rule of law. You may even test the rule of law. Tease it.

Toy with it. Put a toe over it. But if things get out of hand, always remember to stand and defend democracy and the rule of law, not a particular political faction.

Colour fades. People pass away.

Money gets devalued. Be loyal to principles; they never die.

a hotel-managed leasehold is best but if you live here, in an expensive condo, and want to bequeth it to someone when you pass-on, then ownership (preferably through a BVI vehicle) is much, much better.

Both in terms of life here and in terms of legacy.

The fundamental problem with leasehold is that you have no say in the running of the property - the lessor has complete control and your only legal recourse, if you have a problem (for instance banging up the ‘management’ fee for no good reason), is to take action under the Consumer Protection Act; whilst with a freehold condo you have statutory protection under the Condominium Act of Thailand.

Another disadvantage of leasehold is that under Thai law if you predecease the lease it reverts to the lessor!

A condo under BVI company ‘ownership’ can be kept in perpetuity and passed on to your beneficieries or sold, as they wish.

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sible coup.

The police said the posting had no basis in fact and could cause public panic.

The four people are Thai PBS political and security editor Sermsuk Kasitpradit, red-shirt leader Dechathorn Teerapiriya, Warunee Khamduangsri and another person who uses the online name of Yo Onsine.

Sarinee Achavanuntakul, head of the Thai Netizen Network, said the warning against online users is a curb on freedom of expression. It also shows how oppressive the Computer Crime Act is.

“Sharing and liking online messages are not crimes.

People just want to pass on and exchange data with one another. They won’t know what kind of content would be deemed to cause public

chaos,” she said.

Ms Sarinee also urged the ICT minister to explain more clearly the definition of messages that could be considered in breach of national security and what could risk engendering public panic.

At present, the definition seems so broad it could limit people’s freedoms, she said.

Time Chuastapanasiri, a researcher at the Academic Institute of Public Media, insisted that citizens must be allowed to publicise their political opinions.

Sharing and liking political messages should not be prohibited, he said, adding that the government is wrong to issue such a warning against normal social media behaviour.

“We have to understand that national security is different from the government’s security,” Mr Time said.

“People can express their opinion about politics as long as they do not harm other people’s rights or reputation.

“If they spread information that is defamatory, they should face charges.” Bangkok Post

Netizens: ‘Likes’ are not ‘crimes’ O nline users and media activists have insisted that sharing and “liking” political messages on social networks should not be a crime.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Anudith Nakornthap on Monday (August 5) warned social media users to be wary of sharing and clicking “Like” on social media posts, since they could be deemed as damaging to the country’s security.

He also said postings that are political in nature or meant to stir up public confusion might be in breach of the Internal Security Act and Computer Crime Act. The Computer Crime Act stipulates that whoever uploads data that is deemed to violate national security on to a computer system could face punishment of five years in prison.

The Technological Crime Suppression Division said yesterday it would summon four people for questioning after they posted messages on the internet about a pos-

Malaysia to build new ‘tourism B1.8bn to be splurged on mums gateway’ close to Thai border M ALAYSIA IS TO DEvelop a new tourist site on its border with Thailand, in a bid to reverse a fall in Thai visitor numbers. The Sadao checkpoint at Ban Dan Nok in Sadao district of Songkhla province is the main land link between Thailand and Malaysia.

The new tourist development will be located in Bukit Kayu Hitam, Kedah, which is opposite the Sadao checkpoint, the primary land link between the two countries at Ban Dan Nok in Sadao district of Songkhla province and the northern Malaysian state.

Bukit Kayu Hitam currently has a duty-free shopping cent re operated by Quintmas Sdn Bhd, but the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA) of Malaysia plans to add more attractions to the 283 hectare (2.83 square kilometre) site near Changlun town, the government’s Bernama news agency reported.

According to Mohd Johari Baharun, special advisor to the Malaysian prime minister, the project will attract Thais across the border to spend money in Malaysia, and will

create jobs for locals.

“Right now we only have a duty-free area in Bukit Kayu Hitam. We see many Malaysians travel across the border to Thailand for shopping. Now, it’s time for us to woo Thais to our side of the border,’’ Mr Mohd Johari said.

Around 1.33 million Malaysians came to Thailand in the first half of this year, a 14 per cent increase from the same period in 2012, according to the Thai Tourism Department. The Malaysian checkpoint at Bukit Kayu Hitam is opposite Thailand’s Sadao checkpoint in Sadao district of Songkhla province.

Last year 2.5 million visitors from Malaysia travelled to Thailand, a 2.17 per cent rise year-on-year, the department said. But only 1.26 million Thais went in the other direction, a 12.4 per cent drop, according to Tourism Malaysia and the Malaysian Immigration Department.

Most Malaysians visited Thailand through the Sa Dao checkpoint to Hat Yai city in Songkhla. Other popular destinations for tourists from the country include Phuket and Bangkok.

Ban Dan Nok has a number of nightlife entertainment venues and shops specifically designed to attract Malaysians crossing the border to Thailand.

The timetable for the completion of the new development at Bukit Kayu Hitam has not been unveiled, but the work will be contracted out to the private sector.

“We will hold discussions with the management of the free trade zone, government agencies and local leaders soon on these projects,” Mr Mohd Johari said.

Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA) chief executive Redza Rafiq Abdul Razak said the private sector is well placed to carry out the work.

“It is the best approach to develop Bukit Kayu Hitam, as the private sector had been successful in investing in rural development,” he told Bernama.

Bukit Kayu Hitam is at the northern tip of the NorthSouth Expressway of Malaysia which links the border with Thailand to Singapore at Johor Bahru in Johor state.

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PEOPLE CELEBRATING national Mother’s Day are expected to splurge up to B1.82 billion during the three day holiday weekend a head , T ha navat h Phonvichai, director of the Economic and Business Forecast Centre at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce, said on Tuesday.

The projection, based

on a survey by the centre, predicts spending will be up 4.6 per cent from last year, but represents the lowest increase in annual Mother’s Day spending for four years, due to the ongoing economic slowdown and higher living costs forcing people to curb their expenses, Mr Thanavath said.

According to the survey, most respondents plan to take

their mother out to make merit, go for a meal at a restaurant, or visit a tourist destination in the provinces or overseas, he said.

Overnight visits to tourist destinations in the provinces were found to be the most expensive Mother’s Day activity, coming in at an average cost of B7,917, an increase of 11.7 per cent from last year. Bangkok Post

HERE WE GO AGAIN Anti-government protesters shout slogans during a dem-

onstration in Bangkok on Sunday (August 4). Thai police braced for a fresh round of anti-government protest in Bangkok amid security concerns in a city where multiple rallies over recent years have led to unrest. Photo: AFP/Pornchai Kittiwongsakul thephuketnews

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Isolated Turkmenistan bows to internet age Anton Lomov

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hen Turkmen mother Selbi Dzhafarova wanted to buy a toy car for her son’s birthday, he burst into tears. “He asked us to buy him a computer instead,” she said.

Her son Arslan’s wish was hardly different from the wishes of young boys all over the world except that the nineyear-old lives in the hermit ex-Soviet state of Turkmenistan where internet access for most private users was banned until just a few years ago.

“We had to do it,” Dzhafarova told AFP while shopping at a market in the capital Ashgabat. Needing a computer “is already an everyday reality and not a child’s whim”, she said.

Turkmenistan, an energyrich Central Asian nation bordering Afghanistan and Iran, was for two decades ruled by dictator Saparmurat Niyazov, best remembered for his bizarre personality cult complete with

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gold statues, his own philosophy book and deep suspicion of cyberspace.

Under Niya zov, who claimed that Western novelties were “foreign to the mentality of our people”, only a handful of outlets like Western companies, several colleges and hotels were connected to the internet.

After his death in 2007, the country has taken cautious steps to dismantle his legacy.

The first two internet cafes opened in Ashgabat two days after the inauguration of the new president, Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov.

On September 1, children starting primary school across the country are set to receive over 190,000 Lenovo netbook computers from the education ministry on the president’s orders.

“Our experience of conducting classes with the use of digital assistants has shown a significant increase of our young citizens’ interest in studies,” Berdymukhamedov

Children enjoy computers in a computer centre in Ashgabat. Photo: AFP/Igor Sasin said in televised remarks.

But for all its purported readiness to embrace the digital age, the government is not planning to loosen its tight grip over the internet any time soon.

Access is regulated by state firm TurkmenTelekom, which became a monopoly in 2000 when several independent

providers lost their licences and the few internet cafes in existence shut up shop.

Getting online is a pricey affair: the company charges nearly US$7,000 (B220,000) per month for unlimited internet at a zippy 2,048 kilobytes per second.

By comparison, GDP per

capita in Turkmenistan is estimated by the US Central Intelligence Agency’s latest World Factbook to be US$8,900 (B280,000).

At the country’s several dozen cyber cafes, visitors are required to show their passports to use the internet.

An hour-long session costs 6

manats (B66).

Wifi is only available at the few expensive hotels that usually cater to foreigners.

Like in other authoritarian countries, the government in Turkmenistan controls the internet to keep a lid on dissent.

Reporters without Borders’ annual list of the “Enemies of the Internet” regularly features the country along with Iran, Syria and North Korea.

Websites of opposition groups and critical media outlets are banned while popular social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook are routinely blocked.

Passionate web surfer Dovran said that despite the government efforts to control access to cyberspace, there were ways to avoid censorship.

“Bans exist so that we can get around them,” the 22-yearold told AFP with a smile.

“For me the internet is like a ray of light in the darkness,” said Dovran, who asked that his last name not be published. AFP

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T Media mogul Rupert Murdoch. Photo: David Shankbone

Murdoch ‘doesn’t like us’ says Australian PM AUST R A LI A N PR I M E Minister Kevin Rudd Tuesday said it was clear media mogul Rupert Murdoch was against the Labor government but it was for others to question whether it was for commercial reasons.

As he campaigns for his political life ahead of a September 7 election, Labor leader Rudd has faced a concerted attack by the powerful Murdoch press, with Monday’s Sydney Daily Telegraph calling for Australians to “kick this mob out”.

“Mr Murdoch is entitled to his view, it’s a democracy, a free press,” Rudd told reporters, adding that the US-based billionaire owned 70 per cent of newspapers in Australia.

“I think he’s made it fairly clear... that he doesn’t really like us and would like to give us the old heave ho and get his mate [opposition leader] Tony Abbott in. It’s a free country, he can do that if that’s what he wishes through a free media.”

Rudd said that Melbourneborn Murdoch, who takes a keen interest in his Australian newspapers, had been blunt on Twitter that he was against

Labor’s plan for a National Broadband Network (NBN).

The ambitious multi-billion dollar project is set to provide high-speed broadband to all Australian homes and businesses, with 93 per cent of these to have access to the network through optic fibre to premises.

Abbott has pledged to connect fibre only to local hubs rather than individual premises to save costs on a project designed to revolutionise workplaces and connect remote residents to doctors and online schools.

“The bottom line is, it is for others to ask the question why Mr Murdoch really doesn’t want the NBN to be connected to everyone’s home, and everyone’s small business premises,” Rudd said.

“Does he sense that it represents a commercial challenge to Foxtel, which is a major cash cow for his company, or not?

“It’s a free country, he is entitled to those views,” Rudd added. “I am sure he sees it with crystal clear clarity all the way from the United States.” AFP

he Republican Party is fracturing along an interventionist-isolationist fault line, experts say, with Tea Party upstarts tangling with traditionalists and setting the stage for an ideological battle ahead of 2016 elections.

Old-guard Republicans like Senator John McCain hew to the traditional line that the exertion of American power is the primary force of good in a chaotic world.

They advocate supplying weapons to rebels in Syria, aiding Egypt despite the turmoil of the recent military coup, and using all tools at US disposal, including the surveillance of hundreds of millions of citizens, to keep America safe.

But insurgent conservatives, led by libertarian-leaning Senators Rand Paul and Ted Cruz, are challenging that orthodoxy, and their influence has become difficult to ignore.

A case in point came before the Senate late last week when Paul introduced a measure that would block US$1.5 billion in aid to Egypt.

His amendment was handily defeated, but not before heated debate between him and McCain over the role of the United States abroad.

Notably voting with Paul and 11 other core conservatives was Mitch McConnell, the Senate’s top Republican.

Together their vote bucked the position of AIPAC, the pro-Israel lobby that often finds Republican support in Washington.

Earlier this year McCain derisively called Cruz and Paul “wacko birds” on the Senate floor, citing their procedural opposition to virtually anything supported by President Barack Obama, including the US budget, immigration reform, drone use, the national health law and foreign aid.

“There may be more wacko birds in the Senate than is

Senator McCain announcing his candidacy for President in 2007. Photo: River Bissonnette suspected,” Cruz, 42, sniped back at the 2008 Republican presidential nominee who is 34 years his senior.

Cruz passed a big test last month in Iowa, where he was warmly received by several hundred evangelical pastors, a group that carries huge influence over the outcome of the first-in-the-nation primaries.

Paul became a hero for many in March when he launched a 13-hour filibuster in the Senate to demand the Obama administration clarify its position on domestic use of drones.

Political observers see a test brewing ahead of the presidential race in 2016 and even the mid-term elections in 2014, when voters will be confronted with what appears to be two divergent Republican strains.

Michael Steele, a former chairman of the Republican National Committee, said recent ideological clashes have highlighted the “fracturing within the party.”

“The question is will the John McCain view prevail ultimately going into 2014, or will the Ted Cruz view prevail?” he told MSNBC. The establishment’s growing unease with the upstarts –

Paul led the Republican field in a recent PPP poll on the 2016 race – is likely what fueled a very public war of words late last month between two likely Republican contenders for the White House.

New Jersey Gover nor Chris Christie blasted Paul’s position on domestic surveillance, and House of Representatives lawmakers who nearly de-funded the intelligence program that scoops up telephone records on millions of Americans.

“This strain of libertarianism that’s going through both parties right now and making big headlines, I think, is a very dangerous thought,” Christie said at a mayoral panel.

Paul shot back that “spying without warrants is unconstitutional.” The two carried on their bickering for days until reaching an uneasy truce.

Congressman Peter King, the New York Republican who has chaired the House Homeland Security Committee, warned that the Tea Party favourites could threaten GOP aspirations for taking back the White House, especially if they were running against former secretary of state Hillary Clinton.

“I think she’s very strong

on foreign policy, and I think that if we nominate someone from our isolationist wing of the party, she’ll destroy them,” King told ABC News, adding that their pushing of the national debate is “harmful to the country.”

Conservative columnist Charles Krauthammer argued in his Friday column that the return of conservative isolationism “was utterly predictable.”

After years of war in Afghanistan and Iraq, debate over countless drone strikes and the revelations of mass surveillance by the National Security Agency, “the natural tension between isolationist and internationalist tendencies has resurfaced,” he wrote.

Thomas Mann, a veteran congressional expert at the Brookings Institution, told AFP that while the Republican Party has largely accommodated the “economic libertarianism” of the Tea Party faithful in Congress, “true isolationists have little support among Republicans in office.

“With Americans weary of war, this could begin to change but it would presage a real crackup of the GOP,” he said. AFP

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New GM named for PG Outrigger Laguna DARREN EDMONSTONE, Outrigger Hotels and Resorts executive vice president and managing director, Asia-Pacific, recently announced the appointment of Tony Pedroni as general manager of the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort, effective August 1.

Mr Pedroni, an Irish national with 23 years’ experience in hospitality, will report to William Visser, Outrigger Hotels and Resorts vice president operations, Asia-Pacific.

Before joining Outrigger, Mr Pedroni was most recently general manager of the JW Marriott Resort, Phuket. Prior to that he was with The Renaissance Seoul Hotel.

Mr Pedroni, who also speaks French, is a graduate of Newbridge College, County Kildare, Ireland, and HOSTA, Hotel and Tourism College in Leysin, Switzerland. He has also been a hotel owner in his career.

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Tony Pedroni.

Mr Edmonstone said: “Tony combines extensive international hotel industry experience with strong local knowledge on the challenges and opportunities of Phuket beach resort management.

He will be a great asset to Outrigger as we continue our strategic expansion.”

Thanyapura hires assistant director THANYAPURA HAS APpointed Phuket local Panjama Leamsuwan as assistant director of Business Development.

Thanyapura President Robert Hauck said he was delighted to welcome Ms Leamsuwan to the Thanyapura team. “With Ms Panjama on board bringing her wealth of experience in Phuket’s highend hospitality sector, we are anticipating an increase in guests from around the world dedicated to upping their sports game or working towards a healthier and more active lifestyle,” he added.

Ms Leamsuwan has qualifications in PR and Chinese from Chulalongkorn University and Prince of Songkhla University respectively, as well as a Master of Economics degree from the University of

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angkok Airways is set to become the third Thai airline to offer regular flights from Bangkok to Mandalay on September 15, joining competitors Thai AirAsia (TAA) and Thai Smile.

The privately owned carrier will initially offer four flights a week on the route before ramping up frequencies to daily on October 27 to tap stronger demand in the high season, said airline officials.

Its entry will intensify competition on the second most important route between Thailand and Myanmar after Bangkok-Yangon, which is served frequently by several Thailand-based airlines including Bangkok Airways, TAA, Thai Airways International (THAI) and other international operators.

Bangkok Airways released details of its Mandalay service on August 1, saying that it will depart from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport using a 144-seat Airbus 319 jetliner.

The f lights will be on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, departing from Bangkok at 12 noon and arriving at 1.20pm local time.

The return flight will leave at 2.10pm, landing in Bangkok at 4.35pm.

Bitcoin barred Panjama Leamsuwan.

Sydney in Australia.

“I’m a very challengeorientated person and I can’t wait to get started with Thanyapura, establishing key relationships throughout the region,” she said.

A BITCOIN EXCHANGE IN Thailand says it has suspended trading after officials declared the virtual currency illegal.

The company overseeing bitcoins in Thailand said on its website that the central bank informed it on Monday, July 29 that it is illegal to trade bitcoins, move them in or out of the country, or use them to buy or sell goods or services.

Atlanta-based BitPay handles bitcoin transactions for more than 4,500 companies.

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Mandalay is already served from BKK by Thai AirAsia and Thai Smile. Photo: Daniel Julie The low-cost carrier TAA operates a daily flight from Bangkok’s Don Mueang airport to Mandalay, while Thai Smile, a subsidiary of flag carrier Thai Airways International, offers four flights weekly from Suvarnabhumi on Tuesday, Wednesday, Fri-

day and Sunday.

Bangkok Airways is offering a promotional BangkokMandalay round-trip fare starting at B3,790 exclusive of airport tax and fuel surcharges, valid for travel until November 30.

A TAA executive said

the airline has no immediate plans to step up its BangkokMandalay frequencies, but she confirmed the company’s intention to start regular flights to the Myanmar capital, Naypyidaw, from Don Mueang in the fourth quarter.

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Govt set to spend B80bn on ‘one village, one solar farm’ initiative

It’s little wonder that people living in China are heading for places with clear air – like Phuket – for their holidays, in an effort to escape from the rampant and ever increasing urban pollution in China. Photo: Kevin Dooley

GLOOM AND DOOM Beijing tourist drop blamed on pollution

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he number of tourists visiting China’s capital fell by more than 14 per cent in the first half of this year compared to 2012, state media reported Saturday (August 3), with air pollution blamed for the decline.

The total number of tourists arriving in Beijing during the first half of 2013

dropped 14.3 per cent compared to the same period last year, the state-run China Daily reported, citing official statistics.

It is the first time China’s capital has seen a decline in inbound tourists over the first six months of a year since 2008, the report said, adding that the total number of tourist visits during the

period was 2.14 million.

“Frequent air pollution” contributed to the decline in tourists, along with a weak global economy, the paper quoted Lu Yong, the director of the Beijing Commission of Tourism Development, as saying.

The decline came despite a new policy allowing travellers from 45 countries to

stop in Beijing for 72 hours visa-free, which was introduced in January.

Beijing regularly sees hazardous air pollution, and levels of particulate matter rose to almost 40 times World Health Organization (WHO) limits during a heavy bout of smog in January that attracted worldwide attention. Bangkok Post

200k first-car reservations in doubt AN ESTIMATED 200,000 orders of cars reserved under the government’s subsidised first-car scheme will end up being cancelled, according to Suparat Sirisuwannangkura, chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) automotive industry club.

Many customers who wanted to take advantage of the scheme paid deposits or booking fees for cars in 2012.

But based on information gathered from its members, the club said that approximately

200,000 buyers will not actually buy their reserved units, due to the slowdown in the Thai economy and diminishing consumer purchasing power.

Customers have also been tempted into buying other vehicles by attractive promotional campaigns which offer cars at special prices, equalling the savings made on vehicles purchased under the government programme, but without the long waiting times for delivery, the club said.

A total of 1.25 million

new cars have been registered for the government scheme, which refunds excise tax on cars bought during 2012 after one year of purchase and up to B100,000, on the condition that buyers must own the car for five years.

The 200,000 orders expected to be ‘dumped’ by customers equates to around 16 per cent of the total cars registered under the programme.

The Excise Department earlier said that a total of 1.04 million cars under the project

have already been delivered to buyers. Of these, 320,000 buyers have already owned their car for more than one year and have received refunds totalling B22 billion.

The department has revised the total figure it expects to refund to B78 billion, down from B90 billion, because many of the vehicles ordered are pick-up trucks, which command a lower rebate rate for customers.

The department meanwhile found that 4,000 applicants to the first-car scheme have so far cancelled their orders, as of the end of June 2013.

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THE FINANCE MINISTRY plans to spend B80 billion to set up a solar farm in every village in Thailand.

The National Village and Urban Community Fund Office has launched the One Village One Megawatt Solar Farm scheme so that every village can generate its own power.

There are 74,963 villages in Thailand, according to the latest Interior Ministry data as of December 31 last year.

The Energy Ministry’s Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency Department is the project’s coordinator.

Kulwaree Buranasajjawa­ ra­porn, director of the department’s Innovation Group, said the Energy Regulatory Commission Office and the Energy Policy and Planning Office are considering details of the programme.

The National Energy Policy Council has approved a feed-in tariff of B6.96 per kilowatthour for a solar farm with a capacity of 1-10 kWh, B6.55 for projects of 11-250 kWh, and B6.16 for projects of 251 to 1,000 kWh. The Finance Ministry has also considered tax holidays

and investment privileges for the programme, which should begin no later than next year.

Ms Kulwaree said the government should support locally made solar panel producers because at present 90 per cent of the equipment is imported.

Since 2007, when Bangkok began to support solar energy, 194 solar farms with a combined capacity of 553 MW have been launched.

Another 214 projects with capacity of 1,400 MW have been awarded licences and are under construction.

The Energy Ministry targets having 3,000 MW of solar farms operational by 2020 under a national plan to have a 25 per cent share of renewable energy in Thailand’s energy mix by that year.

Ms Kulwaree said the department is providing project financing for solar drying houses used in the agricultural and fishery sectors at a maximum of 50 per cent of the total cost.

The department plans to develop 166 solar dryer houses with a combined space of 16,000 sq m by 2016.

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BoT advises banks to raise reserves as domestic debt rises THE BANK OF THAILAND (BoT) has reportedly advised commercial banks to raise the amount of money in their reserves because the level of household debts is on the rise.

BoT President Prasarn Trairatvorakul said that, despite commercial banks’ positive performance, they need to be continually aware of external and domestic risks, particularly the rising level of household debt which, he said, could consequently increase their financial burden.

He advised the commercial banks to be cautious about providing loans, while also starting to increase their reserves as a precautionary.

Mr Prasan said, in addition, that by following the steps mentioned, Thai commercial banks will become more financially credible in the eyes of the global community.

They are also being discouraged from overspending their investment budgets as currency fluctuations remains a great risk. NNT

Oil spill bill ‘at least B100m’ THE RECENT OIL SPILL IS going to cost Rayong’s tourism at least B100 million in terms of short-term damage, the President of the Thailand Tourism Council (TTC), Piyaman Techapaiboon, estimates.

She said that the figure would have been much higher had the accident happened during the high season. NNT thephuketnews

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Is a hotel-branded home a worthwhile investment for you?

The idea of sundowners on the veranda with a splendid sunset has always commanded a premium.

OCEAN PREMIUM Phuket seafront property ‘fetches 89pc more’

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recent analysis by proper t y consultancy Knight Frank has confirmed what anyone in Phuket will tell you – that waterfront property commands a huge price premium.

KF has put a number on that premium: in sought-after coastal locations in Phuket, it says, real estate costs 89 per cent more than for similar properties inland.

The figure comes in a survey KF did of 10 places around the world that attract international money for real estate.

The Phuket premium is one of the highest in the world, exceeded only by Lake Como in Switzerland and Barbados,

where waterfront property sells at double the price of inland real estate.

They were followed by homes in Phuket and the central Algarve along Portugal’s southern coast, where values increase by 89 per cent and 75 per cent respectively.

At the other end of the scale, prime waterfront properties in coastal locations in Dubai are worth on average only 10 per cent more than inland homes.

In The Hamptons, home to some of the most expensive residential properties in the US, the presence of water nearby increases the value of a property only by an average of 30 per cent.

GLOBAL COMPARISON Location

Average Premium (%)

Lake Como, Switzerland

100

Barbados, Caribbean

100

Phuket, Thailand

89

Central Algarve, Spain

75

Miami, USA

60

Cannes, France

40-60

Cape Town, S Africa

56

Mallorca, Spain

50

The Hamptons, USA

30

Dubai, UAE

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HomePro 50pc stake up for sale THE HOUSING DEVEL oper Quality Houses Plc and its shareholder Land and Houses Plc are in talks to sell their combined 49.98 per cent stake in the building materials retailer Home Product Center Plc (HPC) to foreign investors.

HPC operates HomePro, and developed the HomePro Village near Chalong Circle.

“We have been in talks with several foreign part-

ners. The timing will depend on when we can conclude the negotiations,” Quality Houses (QH) president Rutt Phanijphand told Reuters on Thursday (August 1). “We want to sell the entire stake if the price is attractive.”

Based on HPC’s market capitalisation of B96.99 billion yesterday, the combined stake held by the two majority owners is worth B48.47 billion.

Home Product, the leader in the do-it-yourself home improvement market, is 30.21 per cent owned by Land and Houses (LH) and 19.77 per cent by QH, according to data from the stock exchange.

Previously, there were reports that QH was negotiating with Siam Cement Group, Thailand’s largest industrial conglomerate, after Siam Cement bought a stake in Quality

New runway hits problem THE FAST-TRACK PLAN to build a third runway at Suvarnabhumi airport for emergency purposes appears to have suffered a setback, with authorities insisting the undertaking first undergo an environmental impact assessment (EIA).

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Plc that an EIA must be approved before construction of the 2,900-metre runway can start.

Onep’s edict was reported to an AoT board meeting last Wednesday, when it was found that executives of the statecontrolled airport operator used the term “third runway” during talks with Onep officials. The use of that termtechnically subjects the project to an EIA.

AoT chairman Squadron Leader Sita Divari expressed frustration with the Onep reaction and blamed AoT executives for not being able to put the message across to Onep convincingly.

Saying he understood that the new runway was covered by the EIA covering the airport’s first phase, he instructed executives to orgabise more discussions with Onep.

Construction Products Plc from QH. However, Siam Cement chief financial officer Chaovalit Ekabut brushed aside suggestions that it might be in the market to by the two companies’ shares in HPC, saying, “We don’t have comment on speculation.” Bangkok Post

AMY’S VIEW

Amy Koh is Sales Manager of Engel & Voelkers Phuket. For more information visit engelvolkers.com/th W H AT I S A H O T E L -branded residence? Simply put, it’s a residential development linked to a well known hotel brand.

Most resorts now offer two- or three-bedroom units or villas to cater to the growing demands of families, extended families or a group of friends wanting to stay together and have the use of a living area, kitchen and private swimming pool as well.

For the buyer this would mean, for example, buying a two-bedroom unit or villa which is fitted out by the resort with standard furnishings in line with the theme and concept of that hotel.

So if you can’t stand pink cushions on a purple sofa or if you love decorating then this is probably not not for you.

On the other hand, if you are one of those people who has no clue about interior decorating or you just hate the thought of going out there to shop for a carpet, lamps or paintings, or can’t find the time in your busy schedule to do it, then this could be perfect for you.

Being in a resort means you enjoy all of the resort’s services, including restaurants, gyms, spa, sauna, business centre, 24-hour room service, laundry service, turn-down service, butler, baby-sitting,

kids club – the list goes on.

It means no dish washing, laundry, cooking or even bedmaking. No household chores taking up your precious vacation time.

If you have only four to 12 weeks for a vacation with the family or much needed quality time with your loved one, revitalising and reenergising yourself for another all-consuming and challenging year ahead, yet would also like some kind of investment return, then this is one kind of investment that deserves serious consideration.

When you’re on holiday you need not give a thought or lift a finger to do any interior decorating, re-painting, changing bulbs and so on. Just pick up the phone and call; within minutes someone will arrive to fix whatever problem you have, while you continue to enjoy cocktails in your sala overlooking the pool.

In most hotel-branded residences, the unit owner is allocated 30-60 days a year to use the property. For those who are bored easily with the same location, some hotelbranded residences have similar properties all over the world with exchange programmes that allow owners to spend their allocated days in other locations.

And when you are not there, you get paid for the use of your property. Owners typically get paid quarterly or half yearly based on a percentage split.

The return on investment may not be great – it will usually average around 6 per cent gross or 3 per cent net – but if you factor in the savings from not having to pay for a resort room for your vacation, you’re way ahead of any interest rate a bank will offer you.

Amy Koh is the Sales Manager of Engel & Völkers Phuket. For more information visit engelvolkers.com/th

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The turtle burger smuggler

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hen authorities at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in China questioned a traveller, identified as ‘Mr Li’, about the contents of his carry-on luggage, the man told officers it was a KFC sandwich package, reports said.

Security officials prodded further and said that the odd shape resembled a turtle, Mr Li reportedly replied “there is no turtle in there, just a hamburger. There’s nothing

Home of Ray Charles, oranges, and Miami’s famous South Beach, the Sunshine State is a heavy contributor of weird American news. Don’t believe it? Here’s a sample, proceed with caution...

Snakes in a swamp: For just US$25 (B760), anyone can sign up for the monthlong Python Challenge. The competition takes place in the Florida Everglades with over 500 entrants looking to trap Burmese Pythons that are longer than minivans. The largest python captured at last year’s event weighed 75 kg and was measured some 5.3 metres long. Also popular is the money-grabbing contest found at Florida’s many rodeos, where participants have to grab cash tied between the horns of a live bull as they chase it down.

The Miami cannibal: On May 26, 2012, a naked man was shot dead by police after he was found chewing on the face and eyeballs of a homeless man under an expressway in Miami. The attack prompted a very brief “zombie scare” on social media and was attributed to a new drug that the attacker, Rudy Eugene, had taken – except that only marijuana was found in his system when tests were done. The victim lost 80 per cent of his face and is now permanently blind as a result of the attack.

Everyday people: There must be something in the Florida water. In April this year, a 19-year-old man who was evicted by his stepfather was arrested after he pooped on the porch in front of authorities. In 2012, authorities arrested two people in separate cases of riding on a manatee in a public beach. Earlier this year, Colby Costello was arrested for stealing flower vases from cemeteries and selling them to recycling centers, then in June, the entire Lakeland Police Department was embroiled in a sex scandal that included, among other things, an “officer’s request to drink a woman’s urine”.

Living with the dead: In 1933, radiologist Carl Tanzler met a young tuberculosis patient named Elena Milagro in a hospital in Key West. Tanzler fell so madly in love with Milagro that, upon her death, he secretly removed her corpse from a tomb and lived with it for seven years, performing necrophilia. When relatives found out in 1940, he moved to Pasco, Florida where he lived with a life-sized effigy complete with a plaster cast of Milagro’s actual face. And that’s not creepy at all.

Lion meat tacos: In a far off land called Tampa Bay, Taco Fusion puts up with bomb threats and fistfights in order to serve one of mother nature’s natural born leaders between tortillas: lions. The controversial lion meat tacos are priced at US$35 (B1,060).

The restaurant also sells alligator, elk, zebra, bear, and kangaroo meat tacos – though the owners assures customers that the animals are farm raised and legal in the US.

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special to see inside”.

Upon opening his bag, they found that Mr Li was attempting to smuggle a pet turtle – dressed as a hamburger with lettuce, tomato, and cheese – onto the plane, which was en route to Beijing.

Images of the turtle have gone viral on Chinese social media site Weibo.

No charged were pressed against Mr Li and the turtle remained with a family member in Guangzhou, reports said.

Pakistani TV giving away babies on air IN A QUEST FOR RATINGS during the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, a Pakistani television show is giving away abandoned babies to childless families live on air.

The show’s 41-year-old presenter Aamir Liaquat

Hussain, one of the most popular talk show hosts in Pakistan, is known for giving away lavish prizes like land deeds and motorbikes to audience members.

To remain atop the country’s ratings, Hussain has teamed up with Chhipa Wel-

fare Association, a Pakistani aid organisation, in order to find discarded newborns and give them away to families who have been selected to adopt.

“If any family cannot afford to bring up their new born baby due to poverty or

illness,” a notice on Hussain’s website reads, “they should hand over the baby to Dr Aamir.”

Two abandoned infant girls and one baby boy were given away last week on live television amid a firestorm of criticism from officials.

US Navy vet wakes up as a Swedish knight A 61-YEAR-OLD MAN WHO was found unconscious in a motel in Palm Springs, California awoke at his hospital bed with no memory of who he was and speaking Swedish.

Doctors diagnosed Michael Boatwright, a US Navy veteran, with Transient Global Amnesia after speaking with him through an interpreter.

Boatwright insisted his name was “Johan Ek” and that he did not understand English.

“The guy Michael – it wasn’t me. I’m still Johan,” he said through an interpreter in a recent interview.

Boatwright, who spent years in Japan and China as an English teacher and graphic designer, was identified by a Florida identification card found in his wallet. His sister and ex-girlfriend have since contacted the hospital and told reporters that they have not heard from Boatwright in ten years.

“He’s always been just a wanderer. Then he’d come

back when he needed some money or something from somebody,” his sister Michelle Brewer said.

Boatwright’s family admitted that he spent part of his childhood in Sweden and was fluent in the language before this ordeal.

According to a report on Swedish website The Local, he has been identified by a member of a Swedish medieval society as one of their kin.

“I first met him when we were both members of a Middle Ages association called the Society of Creative Anachronism (SCA) in the 1980s. He went by the name of Strongbow,” Johan Cassel of the SCA told The Local.

Man sues for Jesus A KENYAN LAWYER HAS filed a lawsuit to overturn the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, according to reports.

Dola Indidis, a Roman Catholic, filed the suit with the International Court of Justice – the primary judicial branch of the United Nations – against Pontius Pilate, King Herod, several Jewish elders, Emperor Tiberius, the State of Israel, and the Republic of Italy.

“I filed the case because it is my duty to uphold the

dignity of Jesus and I have gone to the ICJ to seek justice for the man,” Indidis told reporters of a local Nairobi newspaper.

Indidis has already filed a suit in with the Kenyan High Court, though it was rejected for not having enough legal standing.

An ICJ spokesperson responded to the lawsuit via legal website: “The ICJ settles disputes between states. It is not even theoretically possible for us to consider this case.” thephuketnews

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Ciao bella! An interview with Pepe from Bliss

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The outdoor dining area at Ceramic Kitchen.

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The importance of batik Emma Phillips editor@classactmedia.co.th

In the old days we didn’t have air conditioning and it was very humid, so the best thing to wear were these batik sarongs and blouses as they were made from cotton

Clockwise from top right : Ajarn Pranee; examining Baba jewels, preparing for an interview with Phuket News TV’s Tim Newton.

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fter a year of research into Baba batik fashion that took Pranee Sakulpipatana to Malaysia, Indonesia and around Thailand, the former English professor was finally ready to share her experiences at Central Festival East on August 1.

Phuket-born Ajarn Pranee was just one speaker at the World of Batik Festival, held on the ground floor of the shopping centre, which ran until August 4.

“To coincide with Her Majesty the Queen’s birthday on August 12, we wanted to do something that would encourage and motivate Phuket people and Thai people to be proud of our culture.”

As part of Ajarn Pranee’s year-long research, she spoke to many people about Baba fashion, and in the process encouraged them to learn more about the tradition and culture of the Baba or Peranakan community, and she adds with a hopeful smile, “continue wearing the traditional and unique clothes.”

As well as being a subject Ajarn Pranee has always been interested in – her grandmother owned one of the first batik stores on Thalang Road in Phuket Town – she also undertook this extensive research in order to be able to officially register Phuket Baba clothes as ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ with UNESCO. Ajarn Pranee tells The Phuket News that the clothes were not only very attractive garments, but also extremely practical, “In the old days we didn’t have air conditioning and it was very humid, so the best thing to wear were these batik sarongs and blouses as they were made from cotton.”

“Baba batik clothes are used for many purposes, so when it is new it can be worn to official events like wedding ceremonies, and when it’s old it can be worn around the house, and then after that when it is very old you can wear it to bathe in.”

There was also a wonderful array of handicrafts, Batik sarongs, bags and jewellery (especially pearls) on show at the exhibition, including, of course, the very beautiful and distinctive Baba batik clothing.

The clothes’ design have influences from both traditional Penang and Chinese fashion. Describing the clothes, Ajarn Pranee explained that many patterns were extremely ‘clever’.

“There are typically two patterns – one for daytime and one for night time.

On one side of the sarong there is a daytime pattern and on the other side there is a night time pattern, so it is very clever that you can wear it on both sides.”

On August 2, Ajarn Pranee received a visit from 60 students from Songkla, who came to Phuket to learn about the batik exhibition and the culture of Baba costume in Phuket.

Educating the next generation of Thai children is integral to Ajarn Pranee’s mission to promote Baba costume, food and traditions, and for Phuket Baba culture to gain approval and recognition as ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ by UNESCO. In order for Baba culture to be recognised by UNESCO, it needs to be proved that the culture is still enjoyed, the clothes are still worn, and the food is still eaten by the local people and community – events like the batik display therefore go someway to ensuring its survival.

Ajarn Pranee also believes it’s good for the visitor, “I feel that if people only come to Phuket for the beaches, they could go anywhere, like the Maldives.

But if people start coming to Phuket for the culture, its fashion, street vendor food and traditions then it’s much better and something extra to offer.”

Artsy activity for August

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n a world of rapidly increasing digital technology, it’s become even more important to find practical and fun ways to engage your kids in activities that stimulate their minds, develop creativity and build their motor skills.

We’re fortunate that Phuket is steadily growing to meet these needs, offering events and workshops in arts, yoga, photography and sports for a wide range of ages and budgets.

Tomorrow, August 10 (9.30am-10.15am for 2-5 years, 10.45am-11.30am for 5-9 years), kids aged 2 – 9 years old are welcomed to join a fabulous new Yoga Workshop, being offered by Oasis ed. Phuket at the Book Café in Rawai.

The focus will be on yoga, with exercises in breathing and movement, plus the added benefit of gaining skills to help them positively express emotions, attain greater calm and enhance their concentration.

Sounds great to you but might get a groan from the kids, so cut the big words and just tell them they’ll be moving like jungle animals, playing yoga games and having fun with friends, while mum and dad sit in the café and enjoy a coffee.

For more information, call 084 946 2171 or visit oasisedphuket.com thephuketnews

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For Pepe Viva, life’s a beach Jody Houton editor3@classactmedia.co.th

In 2003 I left London with the intention of having a year’s sabbatical in Thailand, before returning and throwing everything into my career in London, but of course life doesn’t work out like that

Clockwise from top: General Manager of Bliss Beach Club, Giuseppe ‘Pepe’ Viva relaxes on site; Bliss backs right onto a large grassy area and beach. @thephuketnews

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or the General Manager of Bliss Beach Club, Giuseppe ‘Pepe’ Viva, his route into the hospitality industry was far from typical.

Raised in a ‘strict’ Italian family in Puglia, where his father was an Admiral in the Italian Navy, it seemed natural that Pepe would follow in his father’s footsteps and choose a military path.

For a while, this is exactly what he did.

“I was actually an officer in the Navy for five years, but then I had enough and began looking for something new to do.

So as a 23-year-old man, I decided to go to London, and as an Italian, I naturally ended up as a waiter.”

After a while Pepe became fascinated with the business and was quickly promoted to the role of GM at a London restaurant, and it was here where he learned all about the trade. He stayed in London for seven years altogether, working at different restaurants and bars.

“In 2003 I left London with the intention of having a year’s sabbatical in Thailand, before returning and throwing everything into my career in London, but of course life doesn’t work out like that.”

After just a few months Pepe met ‘a beautiful American woman’ and his plans for a year-long sabbatical were put on hold, choosing instead to go to Los Angeles with her, which is where he stayed for two years.

The allure of Thailand was to prove too much though, and upon receiving a job offer to open a three-floor restaurant – which later became the popular Italian restaurant Rice – in Samui, Pepe returned.

He was soon to learn however that the transition from from holidaymaker in Thailand to manager in Thailand was far from smooth and easy.

“It was dreadful,” he remembers, “I literally lost half of my staff on that first day.”

“Luckily I had a great right hand man who managed to school me in the Thai way of doing things. I quickly realised that shouting and raising voices at staff, as was the norm in London, was not the way to do things here. You have to be adaptable and constantly change yourself to your environment, especially in the F&B industry.”

Pepe ended up staying in Samui for a few years, managing and running a few

different bars and restaurants, including the famous Sound nightclub.

“There were around 4,000 people coming every night, it was huge and stayed open until 7am, but that started taking its toll on me, so I began looking for something at a slightly slower pace.”

That opportunity finally presented itself in Phuket in the form of the GM position of a proposed beach club in Bangtao – Bliss.

As soon as he moved here, Pepe knew what he was going to do to make Bliss different and distinctive from existing beach clubs in Phuket.

“We wanted to create a completely different market to, say, Catch, which is more for people who want to party hard. Bliss is for families to come and relax, for kids to play on the grass or on the sand.

“It’s a great space,” he says, gesturing to the beautiful expanse before us on a sunny afternoon. “If the kids can play, then the parents can relax and have a drink.”

At this point in our conversation, Pepe is quick to point out that Bliss beach club also has facilities to ‘raise the roof’ if needs be.

“We have a B3 million sound system here, so we do like to host the odd DJ and have had some great events and DJs in the past, including the fabulous Boy George – we’ve also hosted some art evenings.”

It is Phuket’s ability to combine a great and varied social scene with natural beauty that will give the island its edge in the

future, Pepe says.

“Phuket is doing great right now, especially in Bangtao. We’ve always been second to Bali really, but I think that will change very soon.

“Bangtao, for example, is finally getting a lot of the infrastructure that we need, drainage and sewerage pipes to clean the klongs.”

Pepe believes that with improved facilities and services, Bangtao will become increasingly popular in the future.

“People are choosing to get away from the chaos of Patong and Surin. The nearby national parks mean that Bangtao will never be as chaotic as Patong and there’ll always be peace and quiet here.”

Working at a beach club – albeit a family-orientated one – it is the peace and quiet that Pepe craves whenever he has a day off.

“I’ll go to Layan National park, which is far from the music, the chaos and the cocktails – far from everything, but still close to home.”

He’ll go on his beloved Ducatti 848 EVO. Pepe’s been a keen biker since he was 13, when he used to ‘secretly’ drive around the valleys of his hometown of Puglia.

Pepe, is unlikely to have too many days off in the near future, however, as along with Bart Duykers, the proprietor of the Andaman Wine Club, he will soon be opening an African-themed bar, Shaka Zulu in Phuket Town and Mezzo, a wine bar & bistro, in Cherng Talay.

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Calling in the cleaners Jody Houton editor3@classactmedia.co.th

Other areas in Phuket don’t have this same partnership and work ethic of working together like we do. It’s equal and fair and so everybody has fun

Supasima ‘Nui’ Sunval of NEVNet educates the beach cleaners on recycling and beach refuse collection.

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or the first time in the island’s history, a Phuket beach now has two full-time beach cleaners, thanks to a unique partnership between the private and public sectors.

It’s been a long time coming, explains Supasima ‘Nui’ Sangwan, the coordinator for the Kamalabased NEV-Net (Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Volunteer Network), who is personally training the two full time cleaners.

“I have been going around with the staff since they started on August 1 to show them where the worst affected areas are, and explain to them about recycling and other environmental issues.”

The beach cleaners will work six days a week, nine hours a day and will be paid B9,000 each per month. As an added incentive, they will be allowed to keep and then sell on all recyclables collected in the area.

Salaries for the beach cleaners were raised by the Kamala Green Club (KGC), which is comprised of local business members and concerned individuals, while the local OrBorTor will provide the cleaners with bags and refuse collection equipment.

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“Other areas in Phuket don’t have this same partnership and work ethic of working together like we do. It’s equal and fair and so everybody has fun and wants to work together.”

Ms Nui adds that around 50 per cent of people resident in Kamala belong to either the Kamala Green Club or NEV-Net. Enough money has been raised to ensure that the two beach cleaners are paid for the next four months, but by then Ms Nui believes that the OrBorTor may take

over, as “they have a plan.”

It is hoped that, much like the KGC has done with recycling and other environmental initiatives, other areas of Phuket will be inspired and motivated to introduce similar schemes in the future.

Meanwhile the Kamala Green Club and Nev-Net also have lots of plans for the neighbourhood, “We’re going to plant more trees, and also want to install Magic Eyes signs around the area, with bins attached.”

To find out more information about the Kamala Green Club, visit facebook.com/Kamala GreenClub. Or to contact Ms Nui at Nev-Net, call 089 648 3603.

he Tourism Council of Thailand has estimated that Samet island will lose around B100 million in tourism revenue because of the offshore oil spill from a PTT Global Chemical Plc facility on July 28.

The council said the estimate covered the shortterm impact as the accident occurred in the low season for tourists visiting the island, said chairman Piyaman Techapaibul.

Samet is the main tourist destination for visitors to Rayong. The eastern province made B16 billion in revenue from tourism last year, 40 per cent of that amount coming from the island, according to the Rayong Tourist Association. Samet has about 40 hotels catering to tourists.

M r P iya ma n sa id council members are discussing whether to file complaints to the House Committee on Tourism and Environment.

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IN BRIEF Genes at fault for schizophrenia Genes involved in nerve development double the risk of susceptibility of suffering from schizophrenia when damaged, according to a recent study in the UK. The findings provide further evidence of a genetic basis for schizophrenia any may go some way to identify those who may be at risk, and lead to a greater understanding of the physical faults that might lead to the psychiatric disorder.

The long-term illness, which affects about 1 out of every 100 people, costs the the National Health Service (NHS) about £2 billion (B96 billion) in care every year.

FIGHT FAT WITH PAT Patrick du Preez editor3@classactmedia.co.th

Over-40s urged to take glaucoma tests People aged over 40 should receive eye checks for glaucoma, the leading cause of blindness among Thais, ophthalmologists from Chulalongkorn Hospital have warned.

Prin Rojanapongpun, chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at the university’s Faculty of Medicine, said the disease can permanently damage vision in the affected eyes.

It can also lead to blindness if left untreated. Bangkok Post

Turk takes knee-strain out of praying A Turkish man living in Germany has invented a Muslim prayer mat that takes the strain off the knees.It is designed with special cushioning for under the knees, feet and forehead, said Adnan Pirisan, 50, who himself suffered from painful joints. AFP

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Patrick du Preez is the MD of Club Asia Fitness, Royal Phuket City Hotel, Phuket Town. clubasiaphuket.com The opinions and advice contained in this column are those of the author only. The Phuket News is not responsible for the outcome or results of following any advice in any situation.

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eing on holiday doesn’t mean you have to give up your exercise regime. Travelling, relaxing and working out can be great to keep you physically and mentally in shape.

Numerous fitness facilities worldwide can keep you fit while still relaxing, having fun and not feeling that guilty after a night out in town or overindulging in your favourite food or drink.

Early morning runs along the beach and hitting the local gym are refreshing and a great way to start your day, whether on holiday or a business trip.

Membership at the gyms may vary from daily, weekly or monthly rates. Training in an unknown location could offer a variety of workout options and equipment available. It’s also interesting to note different gym etiquette.

Some may offer towels, while others may require users to wear trainers and proper gym attire. There are even places which allow gym users to just go with the holiday flow, with flip-flops and Bermuda shorts – anything as long as you pay the required rate.

With numerous tourists visiting from around the world, there is certainly an interesting mix. Hardcore well-defined locals flexing their muscles, skimpilydressed female visitors, and overweight tourists share the floor with the heavily-tattooed bodies dripping sweat and grunting and heaving as they perform their workouts.

With the thudding beat of music, there is certainly a buzz in the gym as you try and grab a machine or dumbbell to workout.

Wherever you are, go with the flow, don’t complain and learn from the experience. Training on different types of equipment can be beneficial as it hits your muscle groups from different angles that your body is not used to.

Take note of different types of exercises performed by the more experienced gym addicts. You also have the option to use a personal trainer. You will find them friendly and they are more than willing to assist.

After a couple of days of vacation, having a few workouts and staying in shape so that you can show off your tan without feeling self conscious means you will come home reinvigorated and ready to hit your local gym, which you might actually appreciate a little more.

Google the gyms in the area you are visiting and see what they have to offer. Not all gyms offer group classes but don’t let that keep you from having a workout.

You might opt to go on a yoga retreat, trek up a volcano, do some white water rafting, take a few surf lessons, try out a stand up paddleboard (SUP) or opt for a more leisurely dive – your holiday destination may have more to offer than what you originally think.

Thai FDA orders NZ dairy products off retail shelves

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he Thai Food & Drugs Administration (FDA) has ordered food importers to pull all dairy products made

by New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra in May this year from their customers’ shelves.

The order from FDA Deputy Secretary General Srinuan Kodchakorn came after an announcement by Fonterra that it had discovered some of its milk powder contained potentially deadly Clostridium

botulinum bacteria.

China, New Zealand’s biggest customer for dairy products, ordered Fonterra products pulled from shelves over the weekend.

Ms Srinuan said the FDA will today (August 5) conduct random inspections of processed milk powder in local markets.

She added that the next batch of imported dairy products from New Zealand will be subject to stringent inspection by the

FDA before any is released for public consumption. Botulism can be lethal in small children. Contamination of milk cannot be detected with the naked eye.

Leading Thai processed milk supplier Dumex has already recalled several of its products, including Dupro Formula 2, Hi-Q Formula 1 and 2, Hi-Q Formula Super Gold Formula 1 and 2, all of which were produced between April and May of this year. NNT

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Gloop: it’s great, messy, fun LET’S PLAY

Yvon van Kesteren editor@classactmedia.co.th

Kids learn by exploring their senses. By adding play, learning gets more fun.

Sensory play – such as gloop - is a great example

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

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loop is an interesting substance that you make by mixing corn f lour and water. It acts like a solid when you try to hold it and as a liquid that f lows easily when you stop applying pressure. It will be fascinating for your kids to discover what gloop does by squishing and moulding it with their hands.

This activity is very easy and quick to set up, inexpensive and good for hours of messy play for your kids.

Age From 1-5 years (maybe older) What you need 2 cups of corn flour / starch 1 cup of water Large plastic container / bowl Food colouring (optional) Preparation As it might get messy, have your kids wear an apron or an old shirt and protect your table or floor by covering it with a newspaper, such as an old copy of The Phuket News.

Let’s play!

Add two cups of corn flour and one cup of water into a large container. A large plastic container is perfect for inside play as it keeps the mess to a minimum. If you don’t have a large container, use a large bowl.

Add some food colouring (optional), which is a safe and easy way to add colour to any play activities. It is not expensive and you only need a few drops, so the small bottle will go a long way.

Let your child do the mixing, and the fun

Kids love to get messy - just add a little education.

Your child can learn all about colours in a fun way.

begins. They can explore the gloop with their hands by squeezing and moulding it. In the beginning the substance is still quite smooth, but by mixing it the gloop continues to get more solid.

You can use beads, cups, spoons and a kitchen strainer to add to the fun.

Add-ons for more fun play Let your kids use their imagination and use gloop for pretend play. Here are some fun deas; Add some red food colouring, dry pasta and beads to make tomato soup.

Make a fish pond by adding blue food colouring and some plastic fish and boats.

Play with it in the bath tub so the kids can feel it over their whole body and the easy clean up is a bonus.

Clean up Easy to clean up, you can just wipe it off with a cloth and some warm water. Just be careful when you have a lot of gloop left over, it could block the drain.

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Educational Kids learn by exploring their senses. By adding play, learning gets more fun. Sensory play – such as gloop - is a great example. It is a great way for your kids to use their imagination, creativity and develop their fine/gross motor skills.

Talk to your child and explain the different stages it has; powder, dry, wet, and solid.

By adding food colouring, they can learn to recognise colours and what happens when you mix colours together.

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This beautiful beagle, Scooter, belongs to Stephane Quazzola and his wife Sanny. Scooter is seven months old and lives in Loch Palm. He loves to enjoy a ride on his yellow duck, as seen above!.

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Forget the kitsch, this is the kitchen Sam Wilko editor@classactmedia.co.th

Clockwise from top left: the delightful garden setting of Ceramic Kitchen; restaurant manager Kit Chawakit; the scrummy fish and chips with peas.

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eramic Kitchen may well hold the dubious distinction of being the least-known themed restaurant in Phuket. I choose the term ‘themed’ with a certain sense of trepidation as Ceramic, as distinctive as it is, has no pirate ship setup with Jack-Sparrow-lookalike waiters, neither are there mounted moose heads gazing down from its walls and no, the car valet guy isn’t dressed up as Darth Vader; in fact there is no car valet guy.

All the same, Ceramic Kitchen is a ceramics outlet that also happens to be an atmospheric, trendsetting, and spectacularly decorated 80-seater restaurant and the reason why it’s not as well known as it should be has largely been because that it’s so darn easy to whizz by on the Cherng Talay-Heroines’ Monument road without even noticing it. Now that there’s a lit sign outside I’ve got a feeling that things are going to perk up there.

Still, it’s a spectacular looking and generously spaced place in which fourmetre-long solid Burmese teakwood banquet tables on buffed concrete floors vie with carved Buddha images that in turn complement a central water-themed garden with an all-pervading scent of frangipani throughout. These are just some of the more obvious attractions of this colourful restaurant but when you factor in the thousands of exotic and vivid ceramic articles for sale and on display, along with quirky (and squeaky clean) bathrooms, all under a high-beamed wooden roof you’ve got one of Phuket’s most distinctive and certainly most alluring dining-out destinations.

The owner, a Bangkok-based entrepreneur, has spared nothing in her quest for a place in which to enjoy good wine and dining and certainly made a canny move in engaging the outlet’s manager Kit Chawakit, who has enhanced the already groundbreaking arrangement here with a far-reaching international menu and over 100 decidedly scrummy happy juice labels in the air-conditioned wine cellar. Kit’s formula is deceptively simple: “Customers happy; staff happy; boss happy = success!” And you can’t argue with that logic, can you?

We sample a flamboyantly arranged tuna salad; fish and chunky chips with peas (an entirely alien concept to our kids); a pork loin steak, and a juicy fish pie (B290), all decidedly fresh and served up in record time.

The first outstanding culinary features of the evening are scrumptious home-baked bread rolls prepared by the outstanding executive chef at Ceramic Kitchen, Khun Kwan. Much to the credit of the restaurant, there’s a Thai-language menu and it’s long been my contention that restaurants that don’t have this feature should be lined up and shot at with hard green peas (an entirely alien concept to them, too) until they comply: after all, which country are we in?

The menu includes a decent selection of curries – Bradford curry (B210), Brick Lane fish curry (B260), and a ‘Southall’ vegetarian curry (B180) – all highly recommendable from previous dining experience here.

And if you’re after romantic nibbling under soft lights there are plenty of intimate nooks and crannies here in which a little discreet knee-rubbing can be done without scaring the horses or the wait staff, for that matter.

In summary: a large atmospheric restaurant with a great, far-fetching menu, an outstanding wine list, intelligent management and out-of-this-world décor, Ceramic kitchen is highly recommended.

Ceramic Kitchen, 185/15 Moo 7, Srisoonthorn Rd (between the Heroines’ Monument and the Cherng Talay PTT petrol station), Cherng Talay. Tel: 076 272 151. Open: midday – midnight, closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Website: ceramickitchenphuket.com

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INTERNATIONAL

INDIAN

SEAFOOD

Bodega & Grill

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Navrang Mahal

Trisara Seafood

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

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

Lunch 12.30pm-3pm, Dinner 7pm-10.30pm (Closed Sundays). Trisara, 076 310 100

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

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

Ceramic Kitchen Mom Tri’s Villa Royale

ITALIAN

RE KÁ TA Beach Club

Acqua

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

Reservations recommended. momtriphuket .com; 076 333 568

Enjoy a unique dining and shopping experience at Ceramic Kitchen. We offer a wide range of beverages as well as the chance to shop for ceramic after your lunch or dinner, while every Sunday we do a traditional roast all day. We’re also experts for special events, wedding ceremonies, staff parties, birthday parties and more.

185/5 Moo 7, Srisoonthorn Rd., T. Srisoonthorn, Thalang district. 076 272151-2, 082 153 3163

FRENCH

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

The beachfront restaurant off­ers modern innovative cuisine with a strong focus on seafood.

In the evening RE KÁ TA transforms with Kata’s magical sunsets and cool sounds along with the delicious drinks and tapas, right on the beach.

Open daily 6.30am-11pm; Kata Beach (next to Boathouse); info@rekataphuket.com, rekata phuket.com, 076 330 421

Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood KEE Sky Lounge

DaVinci

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

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

Weaves Restaurant

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La Boucherie

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

THAI Baan Vijitt Restaurant

Breeze Restaurant

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

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

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

The Bistro Restaurant

JAPANESE

Tre by DoublePool Villas

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

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

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

Talung Thai Tamarind Restaurant

Find all the Italian traditions in one location, and savor and experience the real Mama style dishes serving only the traditional taste of Italia.

The Bistro is at Impiana Resort Patong Phuket.

Happy Hours 50 per cent off for selected beverages, soft drinks, juices from 3pm-5pm & 10pm11pm daily. Open 3pm-12am. Impiana Resort Patong Phuket, Patong Beach, 076 340 138.

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

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

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The delights of Dusit

Claire Connell editor1@classactmedia.co.th

The whole area, and particularly Dusit Park, has a distinct European touch, which is credited to Rama V (King Chulalongkorn) who visited Europe regularly and created the area in Bangkok

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he area of Dusit in Bangkok, with its distinct royal flavour, is often overlooked on visits to the capital city but is well worth a stop.

The streets are long and wide, and most worthy of note is that they are clean – cleaners work around the clock to keep the streets around the Royal properties in pristine condition.

The area is most importantly home to the Chitralada Palace, the Bangkok residence of King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit, but isn’t open to the public.

Also in Dusit is the National Assembly and the Government House, which houses the offices of the Prime Minister of Thailand Yingluck Shinawatra and the appointed cabinet ministers.

The main attraction for visitors to the area is the Dusit Park, which is home to the Vimanmek Teak Mansion, the Ananta Samakhom and Abhisek Dusit Throne Halls, the Royal Elephant Museum, the Ancient Cloth Museum and the King’s Photography Exhibition.

There is a B250 entrance fee for the Dusit Park or you can pay for each attraction separately, but all are free if you’ve got a Grand Palace ticket. As this is a royal property, visitors are advised to wear long pants and long sleeve shirts or tops, and women should bring a sarong for extra coverage.

The whole area, and particularly Dusit Park, has a distinct European touch, which is credited to Rama V (King Chulalongkorn) who visited Europe regularly and created the area in Bangkok.

The area is elegant, clean and there’s not a street vendor in sight (so make sure you bring snacks and drinks on your trips) – it is a perfect break from the chaos of central Bangkok.

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Clockwise from top: The Vimanmek teak mansion; Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall; The Siam hotel; ferries along the Chao Phraya river (photo: TAT).

The Dusit Zoo is one of the top attractions in the Dusit area, and is situated on Rama V Rd, in the heart of Dusit. Even if you’re not staying in the Dusit area, the zoo is a worthwhile visit, even if the grounds and buildings look slightly rundown, and is a great attraction for families with younger children.

During the reigning period of HM King Rama V, the zoo was once part of the Dusit Royal garden. King Rama V established the Royal Private Garden and introduced a heard of Axis Deer from Java and other wild animals into the garden. During the period of King Rama V111, the Dusit Royal Garden

was turned into a public zoo and public garden, and was officially renamed the Dusit Zoo in 1938.

The zoo is set on 118 rai and has more than 1,600 types of domestic and international animals. the average of 2.5 million visitors comes to Dusit Zoo. Particularly impressive is the reptile enclosure where you can view a lot of unique snakes very close up. There’s a Brazilian Rainbow Boa, green and yellow Anacondas, pythons and a large boa constrictor.

Once you exit the snake area, there’s a large enclosure filled with a lot of different turtles and tortoises such as the very large Black Asian Giant Tortoise.

If you don’t want to walk, there’s a tram to take customers around the enclosures and if you’ve got older children you might want to take advantage of the bike hire.

Visiting on a weekday is recommended as you’ll mostly escape the crowds, you can go paddle boating on the lake, and there’s enough restaurants inside to keep your hunger at bay, including ironically a 7-Eleven.

They’ve also got a good website, which includes information and photos of all the animals and species found in zoos around Thailand, plus a detailed history of the Dusit Zoo. zoothailand.org/ Dusit Zoo, open daily 8am to 6pm. Foreigners are B100 (adults) and B50 (child); Thai B70 (adults) and B10 (child). Foreigners who have a work permit or Thailand drivers licence can get in for Thai price.

and is the largest residence in the Dusit Palace.

The first permanent residence in Dusit Garden was Vimanmek Mansion, built in 1900 by royal command of HM King Rama V, who spent five years living there until the completion of Ambara Villa in 1906.

In 1982 Her Majesty Queen Sirikit asked permission of His Majesty the King (Rama IX) to turn the house into a museum to commemorate HM King Rama V by displaying his photographs, personal art and handicrafts, and to serve as a showcase of the Thai national heritage for future generations.

The result? A beautiful house, both inside and out, and a worthwhile stop on a tour of Dusit.

Vimanmek mansion is the world’s largest golden teakwood mansion with its elaborate architectural style reflecting a Western influence. The ground floor is made from brick and cement, and the upper floors are made from teakwood. There are 31 rooms including bedrooms and living areas, all containing displays of Thai art including silverware, ceramics and ivory.

The dress code is pretty strict and women should wear long sleeves and a sarong if possible, otherwise hired attire is available. No cameras or phones are allowed inside as photography is prohibited – a real shame as the interior is stunning. You must hire lockers to put your possessions in.

Vimanmek Teak Mansion

Easily the most stunning and impressive building in the area, the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall looks more like it belongs in Europe than in Bangkok – like many buildings in the Dusit area.

This mansion is inside Dusit Park and is a popular attraction for visitors – it is believed to be the largest teak mansion in the world

Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall

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Q and A with Krissada “Noi” Sukosol Clapp, creative director and the owner of The Siam.

Explain the design of the hotel.

Regarding this question, I really have to thank Bill Bensley and his team. It’s not easy to make an architectural statement when you build a hotel in Bangkok.

Due to spatial constraints, most hotels in the city are building blocks and the focus is on the interiors.

But with The Siam (pictured left), we only have 39 suites on 9 rai of land. I do feel that Bill has created an original design structure here.

The aim was to respect the past (given our location in the Dusit district, where spectacular Rama V colonial palaces stand) and yet build a hotel that’s contemporary and unique on its very own terms.

An influence was certainly the legendary Musee d’Orsay in Paris, of which the building is made from steel and glass with black and white interiors. Bill knew the amount of antiques I was going to display in the hotel, and so the simple black and white theme served as the perfect backdrop for our antiques to shine. The end result was a hotel that felt quite like a museum mansion, but ultimately, became more of a home for our guests.

The marble hall, which now doubles as a museum,was constructed in the Italian Renaissance and Neo Classic style of architecture. The exterior is decorated with marble from Carrara, a city in the northwest of Italy.

The construction of the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall was carried out during the later years of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn’s life. He passed away in 1910 and to fulfil the wish of His Majesty King Vajiravudh (Rama VI), it was finally completed in 1915.

The construction took eight years.

Inside is an impressive display of beautiful Thai artefacts and historical objects, many of them gold, and with royal association, such as an very large seat used by members of the royal family to ride elephants. It is well worth visiting inside as visitors are given a hand held electronic guide device, which allows you to point at a sculpture and hear details about it – this excellent service is offered in different languages too.

The Dusit area is changing – in what ways?

It’s an evolution that travellers are always looking for something new.

Bangkok is consistently growing, and yet feeling smaller at the same

time. Experiences on the river have really taken off, with more attractive restaurants and guest houses on the water.

Paragon, Bangkok’s most popular shopping destination, is even building a second complex on the river!

But I just believe that old Bangkok and the Dusit district has so much to offer and they have been taken for granted. Most people just take an afternoon excursion to the Grand Palace or the Dusit Throne Hall. But with The Siam, we can provide you a lifestyle there.

We can help you see more of the Bangkok that no one has ever experienced. There are so much untouched gems to be seen in the city. In a way, it’s a bit like seeing the museums of Paris.

Often I prefer the smaller ones in cosy neighbourhoods than, say, The Louvre.

You just feel like you’re in touch more with the city’s culture and history.

Why would you recommend the Dusit area for visitors to stay in?

It’s historical and just being on the river takes you to that laid back mode. That’s why we call The Siam an urban resort. Ironically, the Dusit area was actually Bangkok’s original central district almost 100 year ago! It’s where the modernisation of Bangkok began. After King Rama V came back from Paris, he decided to build similar wide avenues that will carry the country’s greatest architectural structures.

There’s just so much to see here.

We take our guests everywhere by boat. I very much understand everyone’s desire to shop in central Bangkok, but if you want to experience true and old Bangkok then I believe the Dusit district is it.

THE SIAM The Siam is an all-suite luxury retreat located along the River of Kings in the city’s historic Dusit district, just a short distance from many must-see cultural sites. Conceived by Thai rock star and film actor Krissada Sukosol Clapp and acclaimed architect and designer Bill Bensley, the 39-room property offers the most spacious accommodations in the city, including suites with river views, pool villas with open air rooftop terraces, and four traditional Thai teakwood houses inspired by Thai silk designer Jim Thompson. Promotion rates start from B9,000++ for a suite until August 31. All rates are subject to and not inclusive of a 7 per cent VAT & 10 per cent service charge. For more information visit thesiamhotel.com

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IN BRIEF

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Amazon CEO buys The Washington Post

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon. com Chief Executive, has announced his US$250 million (B7.9 billion) purchase of one of America’s largest and oldest newspapers, The Washington Post.

Bezos, who is the world’s third-r ichest person, said he plans to change the name after the deal is completed within the next 60 days. “The key thing I hope people will take away from this is that the values of The Post do not need changing.

The duty of the paper is to the readers, not the owners,” Bezos told reporters.

EverQuest Next to be released

Sony has announced that they plan to release a bold new version of their legendary MMO game, EverQuest Next, complete with changes they hope will spark innovation in the genre.

The game, which has been in development since 2009, will feature multiclassing as gamers will be allowed to mix and match abilities to create a unique character. Gamers will also be able to enjoy destructible environments and deeper AI that allows non-playable characters to have specific motivations.

Greatest game of the generation: Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has been named the greatest game of the current generation by the UK branch of the online retailer Amazon.

Other games in the top 16 were Far Cry 3, Grand Theft Auto IV, Portal 2, and Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.

Listen again with the drop of a hat

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earing aids may soon be a thing of the past if Mike Freeman has anything to say about it. The ambitious tech wizard has created a simple new device that restores hearing with a hat.

The Cynaps Enhance captures sound in stereo using a pair of microphones and transfers it to the inner ears of the user by vibrating the skull bones.

The sound bypasses the eardrum and outer ear, which allows the user to listen even without their auditory system functioning at full

capacity. The high-tech hat, however, will not work for users with inner ear problems and nerve deafness. The device is capable of benefiting those with problems in the outer and middle parts of their ears.

“This really is meant to be very easy to use.

If you want to do something that doesn’t require hearing, you can just take it off,” Freeman said at a press conference.

The device is priced at US$199 (B5,750), which is approximately 30 times less than the cost of ear surgery and does not include an implant.

Noonswoon wins Thai Telco Startup Contest

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n online dating app, Noonswoon, has taken the top prize in this year’s Thai Telco Startup Contest and will get a chance to see the light of day.

The contest, which is in its third year, is used as an incubator for Thai startup companies and is supported by the country’s largest mobile phone operator, AIS. For 90 days, fives chosen startups are trained in a bootcamp system, which includes meeting with industry leaders and workshops on business strategies.

At the end of the 90 days, the companies walk away with a finished product and knowledge on how to proceed in the business world.

The winning app, Noonswoon, introduces its users to a new potential date every day at noon. The com-

The Noonswoon app hits the spot. pany won a year of Windows Azure Cloud access, Windows Nokia Phones, three months of coworking space at a tech company, consulting services, and B60,000.

Other startups, which includes a social media app for travellers called The TipPacker and a review app for TV shows dubbed Zupzip, won about B20,000 for their projects.

Self-driving cars arrive on time

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he new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S550 is stepping up to the plate in car innovation with a Steering Assist feature that will make driving easy in heavy traffic.

The technology, which is nearly autonomous, is aware of the speed of cars ahead through radar detection and also matches the speed of other cars if it is going slower than your cruise control.

The vehicle has a stereoscopic camera on the windshield and the front rear view mirror that will lets the car know the location of lanes.

While slowing down, the vehicle compensates for curves by turning the wheel once it detects the change in the road.

The car has still competition from Audi and Hyundai, though the new Steering Assist feature could put it over the top in terms of high-end technology.

Luxury car makers, you have been warned.

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BLAST FROM THE PAST Jean-Pierre Mestanza editor@classactmedia.co.th

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o you remember Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

A lesson on perfectly timed releases, when the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game was released in 1989 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, the popularity of the franchise was at a fever pitch.

The game turned out to be slightly more mediocre than the critics at the time would have you believe. That said, the gameplay was slightly ahead of its time and the difficulty on passing the levels made the title challenging yet fun.

TMNT was released during the third season of the cartoon series and one year before the original live-action film.

The game was missionbased and relied heavily on details from the cartoon, though the artwork looked more like the comic book version.

Turtles could not die, they were captured. It was up to the user to help secure the release of each turtle by passing each level. From disarming bombs to navigating electrified seaweed, TMNT was set in both the sewers of New York City and the Hudson River. Pizza slices were used to restore health and weapons like boomerangs and ninja stars became more of a factor the deeper gamers went into the story.

Over four million copies of the game were sold, the third best-selling third party game for the NES. Though it lacked a save feature, it was named Nintendo Power’s 1989 Game of the Year.

A sequel was re leased, but was not nearly as successful since it stayed away from a story format in favor of a beat em’ up gameplay.

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IN BRIEF Bourne sequels keep coming

The Matt Damon-less Bourne movies will keep on coming as Universal has green lit a sequel to the now Jeremy Renner-led franchise.

Anthony Peckham (Invictus) has been tapped to write the screenplay for the film, which will feature the character Aaron Cross as he survives a top-secret attack by his employer, the CIA. Though rumours have swirled that Matt Damon could come back, the actor has stated in recent interviews that he will not reprise his role as Jason Bourne.

Cate Blanchett with co-star Alec Baldwin in Woody Allen’s new movie Blue Jasmine.

Blanchett the star as Woody Allen makes returns to form FILM FOCUS Romain Raynaldy

If you think about all of those extraordinary female creations he’s drawn with such wonderful actresses, he’s fascinated and loves women – their exuberance, their intelligence, their fears, their phobias

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he might be one of the finest actresses of her generation but Cate Blanchett believed she might never have the chance to work with Woody Allen.

So when the Oscar-winning Australian star was presented with the chance to become the latest in Allen’s long line of iconic leading ladies, Blanchett did not hesitate for a second.

“We’re all the same, when you get Woody’s call, you take it and you’ve already said yes before you know what it is. You just hope it’s a good one,” Blanchett recalled.

“I had given up hope of ever working with him, I thought he wasn’t interested.”

Any possible uncertainty about the quality of the remarkably prolific Allen’s latest effort, Blue Jasmine, evaporated immediately however.

The film, which stars Blanchett as a wealthy New York socialite desperately struggling to adjust to new circumstances after her husband (Alec Baldwin) is mired in a financial scandal, has been talked about as one of Allen’s best in years.

Blanchett’s towering performance has already seen her installed as early frontrunner to add a best actress Academy Award to the Oscar she picked up for her portrayal of Katharine Hepburn in Martin Scorsese’s 2004 Howard Hughes biopic The Aviator.

“No one has started 2013 Oscar talk quite like Cate Blanchett’s unanimously acclaimed performance in Blue Jasmine,” was the verdict of respected Hollywood industry blog Deadline.com.

Blanchett, who would join the likes of Diane Keaton, Dianne Wiest, Mira Sorvino and Penelope Cruz as actresses who Allen has helped to win an Oscar, said she was mesmerised by Blue Jasmine immediately.

“The minute I read the script it was fantastic,” Blanchett recalled at a press conference in Beverly Hills.

“It’s impeccably structured, it’s absurd and tragic, often simultaneously.”

But for all the Oscar buzz, the opportunity of working with Allen – in what is his 43rd film

SFX Coliseum Phuket (Central Festival) 2 Guns (E) Monsters University (E/3D) Mr. Go (T) Pacific Rim (T) Turbo (E/3D) The Wolverine (E/3D) The Wolverine (E/G) The Wolverine (T)

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– was reward in itself, according to Blanchett.

“I feel privileged to be playing the title role in a Woody Allen film,” she says. “He’s influenced the popular culture in ways that we can’t even know.”

Allen – who once confided in an interview that “My heart is in it more when I’m writing for women” – has delivered another superb female character study in Blue Jasmine according to Blanchett.

“If you think about all of those extraordinary female creations he’s drawn with such wonderful actresses, he’s fascinated and loves women – their exuberance, their intelligence, their fears, their phobias,” Blanchett said.

Blanchett’s own character, a woman set adrift from her privileged moorings, is a case in point.

“I think he [Allen] despised and revered Jasmine and I think he was fascinated by her,” Blanchett says.

Blanchett, no stranger to working with A-list directors such as Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson and David Fincher, admits she wasn’t sure what to expect on set with the 77-year-old auteur.

“I had heard that he was monosyllabic, at best, in relation to the directions he gives to actors but I found that if I asked him questions he thought were interesting, he responded,” Blanchett said.

“If he didn’t, he would just wave me off and would go back to his Blackberry.”

With America emerging from the wreckage of one of the most brutal recessions in the country’s history, Blanchett says her character in the film is very much a product of her times.

“I think it’s happening all over America and all over the world, when people’s sense of self is being bound up in (A) a relationship and (B) a financial status, the social circle,” she explains.

“When all of that is ripped away, you have, often at mid-life, to look at yourself and say ‘Who the hell am I?’.

“And if you don’t have financial security, a support structure, then madness can pretty quickly set in.” AFP

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Four films planned for Avatar series

Legendary director James Cameron has announced that he is working on a story arc with several screenwriters to bring the partly animated feature Avatar to the big screen for three more films.

The story for Avatar 2,3, and 4 will be realised by a slew of screenwriters: Josh Friedman (Chain Reaction and The Black Dahlia) will work with Cameron for the first sequel while the husband and wife team of Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silverman will handle the latter two sequels.

“In writing the new films, I’ve come to realise that Avatar’s world, story, and characters have become richer than I anticipated. It became apparent that two films would not be enough to capture everything I wanted to put on screen,” Cameron said in a recent interview.

UK chooses ET as favourite

A comprehensive survey in the United Kingdom asked moviegoers what their favourite childhood films were and ET the Extra-Terrestrial has come out on top.

The 1982 masterpiece beat out 1994’s The Lion King and 1942’s Bambi while the film’s director, Steven Spielberg, was also named the British favourite.

The poll, which asked 1,500 people about their film-viewing preferences, also found The Shawshank Redemption to be the top film they would most likely watch again. As for the most popular film line, pollsters gave the nod to “Frankly my dear, I don’t give a damn,” from Gone with the Wind.

US BOX OFFICE TOP 10 Film

Weekend gross

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2 Guns

$27.4M

$27.4M

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The Wolverine

$21.7M

$95M

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The Smurfs 2

$18.2M

$27.8M

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The Conjuring

$13.7M

$109M

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Despicable Me 2

$10.4M

$327M

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Grown Ups 2

$8.1M

$116M

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Turbo

$6.4M

$69.5M

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Red 2

$5.65M

$45.2M

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The Heat

$4.72M

$150M

$4.57M

$93M

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As some movies and movie times change every Thursday morning, after The Phuket News has gone to press, the accuracy of the following information cannot be guaranteed.

For up-to-date information, visit sfcinemacity.com, or call the cinemas directly: SFX Coliseum Phuket 076-209000 and SFC Jungceylon Phuket 076-600-555.

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Hashtagging our island Claire Connell editor1@classactmedia.co.th

As Instagram is a social media group, it’s really fun to look through the photos people are posting and connect with them.

It’s great to see how people document their daily lives on the island

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group of keen island photographers have created a Phuket hashtag for the photo phone app Instagram to showcase the best snapshots of local life.

The group was started in early 2013, and the idea is that people tag their photos on Instagram with the hashtag “#phuketstagram”.

To date, 2,576 such posts have been tagged.

Phuketstagram was originally started by Jenny Kongsai and her husband, Art. New to Phuket, but not to Thailand, they came up with the idea of Phuketstagram to showcase a more unique, “off the beaten path” side of Phuket.

Amy Bensema has now “taken over” Phuketstagram as Jenny, Art and their young son, Finn, have decided to relocate back to Australia.

“Basically, Phuketstagram is a showcase of Phuket,” Amy says.

“We are lucky to live on such a beautiful island, and Phuket is lucky to have so many talented photographers using the island as their creative canvas.

“As Instagram is a social media group, it’s really fun to look through the photos people are posting and connect with them.

It’s great to see how people document their daily lives on the island.”

It’s easy to get involved if you have a smart phone and are on Instagram. Sim-

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ply tag your photos #phuketstagram. The photos then show up in the Instagram # tag search.

Some of the top Phuketstagram posters include @woody2519, @pennaefloral, @allane1969, @jinnk and @phuketblog.

Amy also chooses a few photos a day to add to the group’s Facebook page – photos that show something unique about Phuket.

As a reminder, it should be noted that

ndy Saunders produces a show for us at Live 89.5 called ‘Mellow Moments’ and it is the ideal way to chill out on a Sunday afternoon from 4pm.

At the same time on a Saturday, you can catch the best bits of Breakfast with Sam and Kirsty, just in case you miss any of the antics they get up to during the week from 7am and 11am every Monday to Friday, brought to you

by Bliss Beach Club.

Steve has added a couple of interactive features to Lifestyle every Monday to Friday from 12pm until 3pm. ‘Lyrically Waxed’ does exactly what it says on the tin, where you have to guess the song and he also has a new segment called ‘3 from 1’.

Three great songs from one year with a splattering of clues to help you work out what year it is. This happens at 2.30pm every weekday afternoon.

Don’t forget to keep up to date with us on thephuketnews.com where you can hear us streaming 24 hours a day and ‘like’ us at facebook.com/thephuketnews. You can also get in contact with us direct in the studio on 076 612 895.

Phuketstagram is and will always remain kid friendly.

There has already been one Phuketstagram meet up in the Old Town, with plans underway to attempt to start monthly meet ups. If all goes well, the first event will be in September.

For more information visit the Facebook page (facebook.com/phuketstagram), which currently has more than 5,000 followers.

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t’s been a busy week out and about for the Phuket News TV cameras. This is what you will see on KPP Channel One from Friday, August 9.

The World of Batik was a colourful local showcase held at Central Festival East. Kirsty spoke to Ajarn Pranee about the importance of batik to the history of fashion in Phuket and the region. Lots of colour and a few little secrets about the wearing of batik.

Angus O’Tool’s is a local Karon favourite and they had their tenth birthday in fine Irish style. We were there and invite you to join in the celebrations.

Go Eco are planning a huge reef cleanup in a few weeks. We take you behind the scenes to learn what happens to all that rubbish.

We also have our weekly ‘Phuket Property’ segment to provide you with local insights into new developments as well as the hot spot’s from those ‘in the know’.

Phuket News TV can be watched in high definition, anytime, anywhere - online at thephuketnews.com/tv. And make sure you join the Facebook page: facebook. com/thephuketnews

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10 YEARS AND COUNTING Angus O’Tools Irish bar and restaurant in Karon celebrated 10 years serving customers on Phuket with a party on Friday night (August 2) attended by friends from across the island.

Eddy and YoYo were all smiles last Friday night.

Swiss Honorary Consul for Phuket Andrea Kotas Tammathin.

The Angus O’Tools crew celebrate 10 years in business.

Dave Roberts and Jon Partington.

CELEBRATING BEING SWISS Phuket’s Swiss residents celebrated the Swiss National Day on August 1 with a dinner event held at the Movenpick Resort & Spa in Karon, with a speech by the Swiss Honorary Consul for Phuket.

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THE SKYLA’S THE LIMIT Poy Remmers celebrated her birthday on Friday (August 2) with friends and regular customers at her chilled out Skyla Beach Bar on Kamala Beach.

Surf Spot columnist Tim Campbell joins in the fun.

Birthday girl Poy Remmers, third from left, with friends.

QUIZ FUN WITH PHBGTU The Phuket Has Been Good To Us Foundation (PHBGTU) held its monthly quiz night fundraiser at the Aussie Pub in Kamala on Monday, July 29. Fourteen teams competed in the epic battle of wits to find out who would be named ‘Phuket’s Most Smartest.’ The Bawdy Boozers claimed this month’s title, winning a B1,000 tab at the venue, while other teams had the opportunity to win raffle prizes from Phuket Adventure Mini Golf, Skyla Surf & SUP Club, Merlin Divers, Lost Legends, and My Gate 2 Success. The B8,000 raised from the event will go toward helping disadvantaged children in Phuket learn English.

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SUNDAY AUG 11 The Good Shepherd Merchandise Shop Open

Our August meeting will feature Thailand media expert Tim Shaw talking about how branding, media, and promotion can enhance tourist-based business in Phuket.

“SAME SAME but DIFFERENT”. Tim Shaw has over twenty years’ experience in television and radio broadcasting as a highly respected Host, Presenter, Journalist & Producer. All welcome. Doors open at 6:15pm. A2 Resort on Bypass. More info at http://ibap-phuket.org/

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Every Wednesdays and Saturdays. Plaza Del Mar, Laguna (Behind Bake). Time: 10am to 1pm every Wednesday and 9am to noon every Saturday. We have a wide and wonderful selection of handicrafts such as toys, greeting cards, ornaments, lanterns, bags, purses and many more.

You can also find exquisite arts and craft created by local residents. Pre-loved items include books, clothes and toys. Handicraft items are made by the disadvantaged members of society that The Good Shepherd strives to empower. All proceeds go directly to The Good Shepherd mission.

See thegoodshepherd.info.

Electric Beach Bingo It’s bingo but not as you know it! Following the huge success of the launch, the next Electric Beach Bingo has been confirmed.

The event will include the best party tunes in between hosted rounds of bingo and prizes – ranging from the ludicrous, to free drinks and a bottle to share with your friends. Admission is free and you will be given your ‘ELECTRIC BEACH BINGO Club Pack’, which will include bingo cards,

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

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. Email: fb-phuket@banyantree.com.

MONDAY AUG 12 HM the Queen’s Birthday Commemorates the birthday of Queen Sirikit, also observed as National Mother’s Day (Wan Mae Haeng Chart). It is a public holiday.

BBQ All You Can Eat at Shakers Sunday Brunch at Sails, Hilton Enjoy our lavish international buffet with friends and family each sunday at Sails!

Our live band sets the mood for a relaxing afternoon with delicious food, live cook-

Mondays and Thursdays. BBQ all you can eat: pork, chicken, beef, prawns, fish and squid with salad buffet, cold and hot sauces, garlic bread, baked potatoes, potato salad and more for B325 per person.

7pm-11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure.

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RBFC Thailand 2014 Classic Sport Fishing Tournament Offshore The Similan Islands

25th

27th February 2014

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

Huge cash and other prizes to be won!!

57 hours of non-stop fishing!

Huge media coverage!

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

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

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

TUESDAY AUG 13

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

chef, one stunning venue. Six remarkable Latin drinks, six extraordinary courses.

B4,400 net per person. Time: 7 pm onwards. Reservation recommended, limited seats. Alcohol may be a health hazard!

Contact email: events@maikhaodream. com, 089 725 6994 / 076 371 371.

WED AUG 21 - TUE AUG 27 Go Eco Phuket Clean Up 2013 Join us for Thailand’s largest cleanup event. It is going to be huge cleaning Islands of Racha Yai, Racha Noi and Phi Phi Island. Book before August 12. Register at Chalong pier 7.30am - 8am on August 13. If you would rather be on land, there are simultaneous beach cleanups Island wide. Meeting point is Chalong Pier at 7.30am for all cleanups. Return to Chalong Pier 5pm. Don’t miss out! Help us to help Phuket. See facebook.com/GoEcoPhuket or email goecophuket@gmail.com for more information. You can also contact your local dive centre in Phuket for them to reserve you a place.

Wednesday Ribs The ribs are dry rubbed and smoked for 6 hours then massaged with Kentucky Bourbon BBQ sauce. Full rack set: 3 course set with corn chowder and bread pudding souffle: B1,500++ per person. Must reserve. For residents order one kg full rack on Friday for takeaway on Wednesday. Pick up and pay at SALA Beach Bar 5pm-6.30pm (Happy hour) B750 net. Sorry, you must take away.

Make a reservation or book your ribs with events@salaphuket.com, no phone calls please.

UPCOMING EVENTS FRIDAY AUG 16 Half Chicken Spit Roast Tuesdays and Saturdays: Half chicken spit roast with french fries, salad buffet, potato salad & gravy sauce for B225 per person.

7pm-11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure.

WEDNESDAY AUG 14

Live Jazz Trio at Mom Tri's

Ethnic Chinese in Phuket believe that Por Tor Kong is a God of evil. The seventh lunar month in the Chinese calendar is believed to be the period when spirits are released.

The gates are opened and spirits released to wander or revisit homes. During the festival, people bring food and nicely-decorated fruits to make offerings to Por Tor Kong to pass onto those spirits. An essential offering for the festival is a red turtle-shaped cake, large or small. They believe that turtles symbolise longevity.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13 Calling all ‘Ozzies in Phuket’ An informal gathering of Ozzies in Phuket will take place at 2pm at A2 Resort, Bypass Road on 16th August 2013. The intention is to eventually form a club of fellow Aussies to make new mates, network resources, and lend a helping hand. So if you are an Expat Ozzie, or long term visitor, you are welcome. Enquiries to ozzyphuket@yahoo. com. Your input will be appreciated.

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

SATURDAY AUGUST 31

BBQ Ribs All You Can Eat

Latin Passion

Wednesdays and Fridays. BBQ ribs all you

One surprise celebrity international guest

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Red Hot Jazz Enjoy jazz, dancing & art at ‘Red Hot Jazz’ at Boathouse. Entry donation of B3,500 includes free flow selected beverages & four courses of French cuisine. To book please contact Phuket Has Been Good To Us on 076 278 146 or info@phukethasbeengoodtous.org or Boathouse on 076 330 015 or events@boathousephuket.com. Proceeds go towards helping underprivileged children in Phuket.

EVERY DAY

Laguna Summer Family Festival Right through until 24 August, Latitude Marquee is transformed into a carnival playground. Enjoy the bouncy castle, and games in the Kidz Lounge. Festival attractions planned include art classes with Artist-in-Residence, Zumba fitness sessions in Latitude Marquee, theme parties and more. And a popular return attraction for the youngsters at this year’s Festival will be the Kidz Fun Zone, serving up afternoons of sports skills, cooking lessons, adventure and educational activities, golf excursions and outings to local amusement parks, from just B200 per session. For more information see lagunaphuket.com/events/ family-festival.

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

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This week in history

GOT YOUR NUMBER

■■ August 9, 1945

2-3,000,000 Number of sweat glands possessed by the average human.

91

Centimetres that the fastestgrowing bamboo can grow in 24 hours.

80

Percentage of people who will suffer from haemorrhoids at some stage in life.

14

The number of days the average person will spend in a lifetime waiting for traffic lights to change to green.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2013

The Berlin Wall, looking from West Berlin across the killing zone that was mined. Photo: Edward Valachovic

Nagasaki is devastated by the dropping of the atomic bomb known as Fat Boy, dropped from a US B29 bomber. Less than a month later, Japan surrenders, ending World War II. ■■ August 10, 1977 24-year-old postal employee David Berkowitz is arrested after police identify him as serial killer “Son of Sam”.

■■ August 11, 1786 Capt Francis Light establishes the British colony of Penang. Light was earlier based in Phuket for many years.

■■ August 12, 30BC Cleopatra VII Philopator, the last ruler of Egypt’s Ptolemaic dynasty, commits suicide, supposedly by causing an asp – a kind of viper – to bite her.

■■ August 13, 1961 East Germany closes the border between East and West Berlin to stop inhabitants’ attempts to escape to the West. Four days later it starts work on the Berlin Wall.

■■ August 14, 1994 Terrorist Ilich Ramírez Sánchez, also known as “Carlos the Jackal,” is captured in France. He is jailed for two life terms for killing 14 people and injuring 150.

■■ August 15, 1040 King Duncan I is killed in battle against his first cousin Macbeth, who takes the throne of Scotland. On the same date in 1057, Macbeth himself is defeated and killed in battle.

Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York

Answers at the foot of the page.

SUDOKU

53. Notary stamp 55. Small generator 58. Worker’s demand 62. Give too much compensation 65. Fall setting 66. Alicia Keys hit 67. This is one 68. Bitter end?

69. Shell out cash for 70. Classic street liners

26. Specks 27. Jollity 28. A soft mineral 30. Kind of preview 32. Archetype 33. Brusque 34. Flip, in a way 37. “The King” 40. Little bits 41. Cork’s place 42. Turkey city Down 47. Coquette 1. Baker’s dozen?

48. Poetic syllable 2. Historical center of arrangements Chicago, with The 3. Chewbacca’s buddy 52. Sharpener 54. Charging weapon 4. Finish at 5. Fashion’s Taylor 55. Earned 6. Notebook, with top 56. Some votes 7. Seize 57. Cousin of a 8. Lots of land bassoon 9. Advanced 59. “___ cost you!”

10. Football, in shape 60.

Where Jamal 11. It may be proper Malik grew up 12. Some chips, maybe 61. Regards 13. “How about that!”

62. Signature piece?

18. Draw out 63. Bed-and-breakfast 19. Industry big shot 64. Guitarist Nugent 23. Huff and puff 24. Maids of India

Solutions to last week’s puzzles:

Answers to this week’s Pop Quiz:

1. Crimson; 2. Jane Fonda; 3. A rhetorical concept; 4.On a tightrope; 5. 38 years ago.

1. What colour is a purple finch?

2. Who starred in Barbarella and On Golden Pond?

3. Zeugma is: A disease? A Greek island? A rhetorical concept?

4. How did Jean François Gravelet-Blondin cross Niagara Falls?

5. How many years ago was Microsoft founded?

Across 1. Besides 5. Sludge-like 10. Glitch 14. Continue 15. Tic or synthesis starters 16. Corn bread 17. Executive’s preferred exit 20. Ribbon holder 21. It’s used to make chemicals and dyes 22. Palm tree 25. Brand 26. Global finance grp.

29. Small islands 31. Legal claims 35. Content of some barrels 36. Asinine 38. Bright thought 39. Rely on management 43. Bit of physics 44. Red cedar 45. Burro 46. Bubba Gump’s forte 49. Enterprise captain 50. ESPN sportscaster 51. Portuguese navigator

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

3 B e d H o u s e Te r m Fu n Cherng taly: Main bed & sitting

Rawai Pool Villa For Sale:

room both air con, large kitchen. Newly renovated. Part furnished. 10 minutes. from Laguna, 15 minutes. from Surin Beach. 12,000 per month, minimum 12 months. 087 272 5250. phetmeekha@ yahoo.com.

PROPERTY FOR RENT

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

3 Bedroom House for rent:

Seaview Villa 3 Bed Cape Yamu: Luxury single storey villa, furnished, set in private gardens with pool. Only 10 mins to PIA/BIS schools.

Includes pool cleaning, very quiet location. Only B45,000 per month. Long term. Call 086 279 6283

Kathu Anuphas Golf Ville, fully furnished, 15 min to Patong, 15 min to Phuket Town, 20 min to Intern. School.

THB 30,000/month long term. Available immediately. Contact 087 892 6899.

Long Term Rental:

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

Beach House & Beach Condo For Rent: Beach house in Cape Panwa. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 living room, kitchen and dining room for 8-12 people, outdoor relaxroom for sunset meetings (no pool, in repair) and 2-rooms condo. See phuketbeach living.com.

Land Plot for Sale: Khao Sok, 25+ rai, B400,000 per rai: 25 rai, 3 ngan in Khao Sok,

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

Klong Sok district. B400,000 per rai.

Close to Khao Sok National Park entrance. PNSS3 title, to be upgraded to Chanote soon. Phone 081 693 2759.

Villa in Cherng Talay:

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

Luxury 3 Bedroom Pool Villa: Located 4 km from Layan

Beach Condo, Beach 3 Min. Walk: Spacious 2-bed-

Beach, just outside Laguna, this new villa is available for long term rent. www.baanboosakorn.com

Kata Beach Apartment Sea Views: Western 1,2&3 bedroom

room apartment for rent, long or short term, fully furnished, kitchen, 2 bathrooms. Pool, large gardens, parking, a mere 3 minute stroll to scenic Nai Harn beach. resortgm@gmail.com.

units fully furnished, parking fully fitted teak kitchens. Granite tops Western baths, sat.TV&internet included.

Masterbed with ensuite bath starting 20,000/m longterm. No party people.

084 840 1262, north8east98@yahoo. com.

Single House For Sale: RPM Marina Condo:

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

Email: flakes010@hotmail.com

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

Beautiful home in Phuket 5.9m: Spacious open plan home - 4 bedrooms,granite top kitchen,outdoor seating,100" home cinema, LED Lighting system,Tvs,LAN & Audio every room,alarm,3 phase electric. close to Laguna. Call 086 266 2786.

Seaview Pool Villa for Rent: 2 Bed villa with lovely garden, koi pond, pool with sala/ 3rd bed and seaview.

Fully furnished, True visions on 42" screen, WiFi, new ACs. Private, quiet area but near all amenities. Call 086 279 6283.

ACG Cricket Ground: Patong Loft Rent:

Beautiful 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Condo, Fully furnished complete with kitchen utensils, microwave, coffee machine, toaster etc, bed sheets, towels for 4 people, internet, tv etc.

Available Nov. onwards. Call 081 4326587, 081 8915602

Bungalow for rent B8,000: Nice one bedroom bun-

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

galow for rent, B8,000 per month, Mission Hills, on 1/2 Rai of land with Air Con & Internet. Call 081 892 4804 or 081 125 1873.

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Luxury Condo Rent / Sale: 2 B e d r o o m , L- r o o m a n d f u l l y equipped kitchen, 160-212sqm. Very high standard with a nice view. Big balcony, swimming pool, gym. Location: Kathu, 10 min. Patong Beach, 5 min. Phuket Town and all department stores and international hospitals.

Rent Long term: B45,000 – B63,500 Buy: B8,500,000 – B11,500,000.

Contact 086 268 7901 or send email to: condophuket@yahoo.com.

The Courtyard: Upper floor 10 m showroom frontage floor area 100 s m with air/cons. Contact Khun Siriporn 081 691 0213, siriporn@islandfurni ture-phuket.com, www.thecourtyardphuket.com.

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

room apartment. Sea view, swimming pool, whirlpool. Wi-Fi, cable TV. Only 3 apartments in complex. Call Eng. 087 882 9604, Rus. 084 443 6811 artlpmj@ yahoo.com.

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

location, off road parking, busy road.

Contact Thai 084 630 6920, English 082 534 7410, jeedyvcd@hotmail.com, davidweath@yahoo.com.

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

Freehold Condo For Sale:

45 Sq.m Freehold. 2 balconies (great view). 1 bedroom. 1 livingroom. 2 air conditioners. Full furniture. Internet. Cable TV. Laundry.

Fresh market. Swimming pool.

Gym. Restaurant. Call 080 040 9077.

Freehold House for sale: Beautiful Karon Villa: Outstanding investment Lanta: Outstanding investment op-

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

Patong Free Hold Condo:

Studio condo on 4th floor 50s/m.

Huge swimming pool, beautiful gardens, completly renovated new tiles, light, painting, new furniture, kitchen, shower and toilet. B2.5 million, Eng 085 471 9246, Thai 087 621 3405.

Patong Condo for sale: A nice foreign freehold condominium for sale in Patong is located in a recently complete development of one & two bedrooms condominiums. Located on the fourth floor of a total of five. 080 052 8082.

Sales Down Payment Dcondo Mine: 7th floor. with

When only the best will do! 4 bed/pool villa in Phuket’s best-kept gated community. 410 sq.mtr villa. 812 sq.mtr land.

Overlooking lagoon. Beautiful. Call 081 270 4291. Email: thailandmls@ gmail.c om, w w w.phuketpremium realestate.com.

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

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

Nai Harn Baan Bua:

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

FOR SALE RAWAI BEACH

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

Singl e H ou se Sp eci al Price Rent/Sale: Nice house

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

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

SPECIAL T WIN VILL AS. 3 O R 4 B ED RO O M S, 4 B AT H R O O M S . P O O L , LARGE TERRACE, SMALL GARDEN. LIVING SPACE 400 SQM, LUXURY FURNISHED. PRICE B8,500,000. FREEHOLD.

2Shophouse for lease in Patong: Low Rent! 2 Shophouse - 2 flrs.

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

084 189 7696.

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

Ocean Front Villa for Sale:

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

Rawai Soi Saliga Land for Sale: Land 1 rai + 81 T/W total

Stunning Town Home: 3 BDR

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

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

house with 2 bedrooms or separate SC flat downstairs.Well ventilated with natural light in pristine condition.

Distant sea views.B5,500,000. 089 652 1951 or thailandmls@gmail. com.

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

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

Villa with Pool for Sale: Free-

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

Rawai Great Buying: Lovely

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

INFO: 081 788 8280. EMAIL: thewhitehousekata@gmail. com.

Business for Sale: Located in

a prime area just 50 meters from the north end of Patong Beach (close to Graceland Hotel & the roundabout on beach road) there are two commercial townhouse buildings incorporated into this sale. They are offer on a freehold basis which comes complete with a Chanote land title deed. The two 3 storey buildings sits on land measuring over 30 sq.wah.

This prime real estate has been prepared for total refurbishment and is a perfect business investments for a property developer for resell potential or a business person who wants the freedom to create their own business design concept. Plans have been drawn-up to develop the property into either a 8 room or a 14 room guesthouse/apartments. 081 893 2330.

Freehold house for sale in estate in Cherng Talay. Land 735m2, floor area 230m2, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom.

Many upgrades incl new carpor t included. Price B11 million. Call 083 509 8797 for info or viewing.

Investment Proper t y for sale!: New, modern waterfront town-

home at the Boat Lagoon for sale.

Rented out long term at B570,000 per year. 3 bed/4 bath, 2 balconies, terrace at canal, 6 m berth in front of house.

250 sqm living space. Top condition.

Luxury finishings. Brokers welcome.

B9.9 million. 086 747 9292 (English) or 081 970 5204 (Thai/English).

Budget Bungalows: Two Bun-

galows in Chalong.2-3 bedrooms.

Close to all amenities.One has room for a pool,the other is like a rain forest. From only B2,300,000. Call 081 270 4291. Email: thailandmls @gmail.com.

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

N ew Condo Kat hu For Sale/Rent: Sansiri D Condo

Kathu, Fully furnished Studio type 29.7 sq.m. on 6th floor, good facilities with fitness gym and large swimming pool. Only 5 minute to Patong, Lotus, Big C, Central. By owner. Call 086 105 8144.

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

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

1924 sqm. Does not need landscaping sale by owner land location on the top of the Soi. Tel: 084 745 4132, chanote title.

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

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

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

2 Pool Villas next to PIA:

Ready to move in, villa 1 on 1,100 sqm. land, for sale 15.9 mil and villa 2 on 2,200 sqm. land, for sale 19.9 mil baht. Brand new, each with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 12 metre swimming pool, guest bungalow with 1 bedroom 1 bathroom. Perfectly located in a development with underground electricity and security, only 800 metres from Mission Hills golf course, less than 10 mins to airpor t, Phuket International Academy and Ao Por Grand Marina. Call 081 343 0777. Email: montha_phuket@yahoo.com.

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

fullly furnished with Chanote title, mini office 4x4, living room, European kitchen, CCTV, internet, garden. Permsap Villa Manik, 436sqm.

15min from airport. B6.8 million. Call 089 871 4172.

Seaview Townhouse Patong: Bet ween the c it y and

the jungle at the northern edge of Patong. 70m alt. 10mn walk to the beach. 4 storey + 290 sqm, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 toilet.

4 aircon, partly furnished. Email: andamanhills@gmail.com.

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

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

Call 087 276 0529 .

Beautiful Villa Rawai: Beautiful 2 bed pool villa with separate maids room or third bedroom. Great entertaining area. Five minutes to all conveniences. Drastically reduced to B8,600,000. 081 270 4291 or thailandmls@gmail.com.

Patong Apartment Reduced Price: Condo 4 years old. Swimming

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

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

Mission Heights:

Luxury 3 Bed Villa For Sale:

This luxury three bedroom home is located in a secure estate with security and office. It is only five minutes from Bangtao Beach and Laguna Phuket including the Laguna Phuket Golf Club and 20 minutes from Blue Canyon Country Club and Phuket International Airport. The villa comes fully furnished with luxury leather lounge suites and quality furniture, all bedding, kitchen utensils and cooking facilities.

For details and inspection, see www. phuketselect.com or contact graham@ phuketselect.com or call 081 897 0225.

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

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

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

Electric gate. Well water. Concrete road access. Call 087 891 9349.

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

New House for Sales:

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

fully furnished. 4 bathrooms, 12m long pool, 5 min. by car to PIA, situated between Naithon and Naiyang beaches. Longterm rent B80,000 include maid and gardener service.

Call 08 0 143 529 4, email: alain terrat@hotmail.com.

(Manthana Zone) Land area = 440 sqm. Home area: 300 sqm. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1 living room and kitchen, 1 swimming pool (3m*10m) out door jacuzzi and pavilion. Sales: from B9.9 - B12 million. Rent: from B85,000 - B120,000 per month. 088 751 2389.

3 & 4 Bed Pool Villas:

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

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

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

Laguna/Layan. Luxury private pool villas in secure development.

Available now. All beds ensuite.

Fully furnished. Rental programme available. B12-20 million. Contact owner: 085 549 7110.

3 Bdrm House for sale Thalang: House for sale. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, large living and dining room, 4 X aircons, 2 X car ports and garage.

House 7 yrs 1 owner, well maintained with 135sqm living area. Land Chanote 92tw. 081 737 3116.

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

Nice Villa for Sale: Near Naiyang Beach, 3 bed & 4 bath, jacuzzi, open dining/living room, kitchen, fully furnished, aircon, garden, Sala, swimming pool, car park.

Only 8.9MB. 087 091 8331 K. Nah, chiangmaibeltrade@hotmail.com, dreamhousephuket.com.

400m from Naiyang Beach. 3 Rai 1 Tarangwah.

6.5MB per Rai. Call 087 091 8331 or email chiangmaibeltrade@hotmail. com for more information.

Land for Sale:

372 m2 Ideal for office or apartment / office.

All floors with air condition, bathrooms, phone lines, local phone network, internet, cable TV and office furniture.

Sell by owner direct. Call 081 958 3310.

3-storey Shophouse: 12 Rai Chanote to sell: One of the last pieces of beautiful sea view land between Ao Makham and Ao Yon Road. Infrastructure done B210 million.

Call 081 917 0377, 10am-5pm.

Resort for Sale: Resort 2 rai, with

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

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

bedrooms all with ensuite on 1 rai of land. Big hall, office, maid’s room.

Brand-new construction opposite Wat Chalong on the way up to the hill. A huge 685 sq.m of living area, fully furnished. Modern Europeandesigned kitchen. Big sea view pool terraces incl sala and attractive bar area. Security alarm system. Selling price on request. By owner directly.

Call 085 654 4011 or 089 404 0737.

Email: schulz.th@gmx.de.

Price Reduced, 4beds Villa:

Comfortable 4 bedrooms villa, plus maid room. Approx. 450Sq.M building, corner plot, energy saving, management service available for investor.

Located in secured gate community, near British International school. info@ mindproperties.net.

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

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

Rawai Condo Sale/Rent:

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

Mai Khao Prime Location Land: I will sell my piece of land next to the new tourist attraction in Mai Khao. Perfect for investment in future like shops, guesthouse. Please email for mobile number and more details. ohmidzi@gmail.com.

INFO: 081 788 8280.

EMAIL; thewhite housekata @gmail. com.

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LUXURY 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT 60 SQM. PRICE B2,700,000.

LEASEHOLD. INFO: 084 843 8720.

E M A I L; t h e w h i t e housekata@gmail. com.

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

Free Hold Condo For Sale: PATONG condos for sale:

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

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

43 Sq. Free hold. 1 balcony (Great view). 1 bed room. 1 living room. 2 air conditioners. Full furniture. Internet.

Swimming pool. Gym.Automated door lock and key card. Call 080 040 9077.

For Sale Rawai Beach Special Twin Villa.

4 suites/studios, 4 bathrooms, pool, large terrace, small garden, living space 400 sqm. Include luxury furnishing

Villa and farmland for sale:

A big beautiful house with 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, fully furnished. Located in stunning panoramic hilltop scenery in Takuapa, Phang Nga, covering an area of 127 rai. Surrounded by fertile farmland with fruit trees. Price 132MB. Contact K. Peerawat: 084 308 8484. Email: peerawat200310@hot mail.com

Sea View Land for Sale: Ao Makham. 5.5 rai, B10 million per rai.

Contact Siriporn 089 649 9939, email: siri_phuket@changrunner.com

Patong Tower for Sale:

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE Seaview Land For Sale: Land located right in the heart of Chalong with panorama view of Chalong pier.

Close to a number of sandy beaches; Naihan Rawai Kata and Karon. Easy access to major department stores.

Surrounded by public facilities including education institutes and hospitals.

You will benefit from a perfect location that's rapidly increasing in value. 3 rai and 1 Ngan with Chanote title.

B22 millions per rai. Call 087 278 7206, 089 215 5041 e-mail: kubesjoy@ hotmail.com.

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

House for sale near Loch Palm: Three bedroom pool villa

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

LEASEHOLD. INCLUDE FURNISHINGS.

Beachfront Building - Lanta:

Sales - House near By Pass:

Sea View Off Plan Condominiums: 65m2 Condominium. 1

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

Price B8.5 mllion.

SMS for info: 081 788 8280 Email: thewhitehousekata@gmail.com For Russian contact Oxana 080 529 0726 or Email: phuket.lux@gmail.com

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Modern Family House for sale: Beautiful 3 bedrooms villa in New Luxury Villa For Sale: 3 Luxurious Golf Villa @ Laguna Village: MUST BE SOLD !

Surplus to family invest needs. 3-bed, plus maid's qtrs. This home has been lovingly cared for. Leasehold/freehold.

BVI status. POA. Ph 082 810 4184, phuketres@gmail.com

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

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

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

Mansion in Town for Sale:

359.7 sq. 43 rooms. 15 air-conditioners, 28 fans. balcony, hi-speed internet, parking, CCTV and sentry box. In & out with finger scan. Near shopping centre.

B32 million. Call: 090 167 9816 (Eng), 086 300 5052(Thai).

Sea-View Contemporary Pool Villla: Located near Phuket Beautiful Naiharn Pool Villa:

Secure private hillside by Naiharn Beach. Quality furnished throughout. 3 big bedrooms, office, 4 baths, 230 sm plus carport etc. 1050 sm land. New condition. 15x4.6m pool. Freehold.

Nice. 089 727 5407.

Properties for sale: Luxury investment condo N/East aspect Rawai 5th floor corner sweeping ocean rural views. 126sqm, 2 bed, 2 bath, free hold, furnished, pool, B8.75million perment tenant at B40,000 p/m. Call 089 050 5664

Studio in brand new, world class, eastcoast development. Never seen on Phuket; amazing luxury at real prices.

Call 080 882 1377, email: beachpro jects1@gmail.com.

Rawai Beachfront Pool Villa for Rent/Sale: Rawai

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

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE LUXURY 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT 60 SQM. PRICE B2,900,000.

LEASEHOLD. INFO: 084 843 8720.

EMAIL; thewhite housekata@gmail.com.

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

Amazing 3 Bedroom Villa With Swimming Pool: Guarded

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

Freehold 2 BR in Kathu: New

floors 6m x 14m. 1st & 2nd tenanted.

Flr 3-staff accom, bath, kitchen.

Separate office with access to lower floor. 4th flr private penthouse one bed. 087 881 7600.

4 plots (3 connecting, 1 separate) 1km north of Airport, along the road to MaiKhao Beach. Sea view towards south east.

NorSor3Gor. 4.5 Rai in total. B4 million per Rai. Contact owner: 081 893 6630.

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

renovated & decorated, large living room, fully furnished, shower & jacuzzi, mature gardens with waterfall, security.

Because of sickness NOW 3.25 MB. Call: 087 877 2320, 084 854 9889.

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

freehold unit in award-winning project. 195 sqm, sea view, near gym & pool. Quality furnishing throughout.

Designer kitchen with utility-store. phuket.pn@gmail.com.

Sea View Land for Sale:

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

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

Furnished House for Sale Phuket Villa 5: 3 bedroom SeaView near Airport:

Cheapest Seaview land for Sale: Panorama view of sea view

Beaut i ful L and L aguna Cherngtalay: Chanote title, yel-

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

Patong Bangla Building for Sale: B28 million, Chanote, 4

town. L and: 8 5 5 sq.m. H ouse: 650sq.m. Furnished. 3 beds, 2 offices, 2 staff quarters, 1 free room.

2 car parks. Price B54.9 mill.Tel: 081 895 3628 E-mail: jin_koy@ yahoo.com.

F O R S A L E - K ATA BEACH CENTRE 2 BEDROOMS LUXE APARTMENT 135 SQM. P R I C E B 7, 9 0 0 , 0 0 0 .

LEASEHOLD. INFO: 084 843 8720.

EMAIL; thewhitehouse kata@gmail.com.

golf course view mountain view land for sale. Near Mission Hills Golf course.

6 rai chanote title. B3 million per rai.

087 675 9555, email: pee_bang56@ hotmail.com.

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

Seaview 1 BDRM New Condo Patong: Stunning seaview,

Double your money in 5 years!: New Year special promotion:

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2013

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

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

furnished house near Kajonkiet School. Secure area, Cul De Sac. Nic e gardens, t wo bathrooms.

B3.5M negotiable. Call 081 370 8114 (Thai) 087 889 3838 (Eng), email:davidgem98@hotmail.com.

2 Bed Thai Style House, Rawai: 110m2 Thai style house, 2

bedroom, 2 bathroom, living room, kitchen, dining room, office/study, upstairs balcony, large car park, high walls & electric security gate. MUST SEE! See propertyforsalephuket.co.uk.

Royal Kamala Condo-Sale & Rent: In Kamala. Freehold 1, 2, 3

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.

Bedroom apartment with kitchen, living room, balcony, swimming pool, fitness, security guard, parking. Ready to move. 085-368-3009, salesdirector@ royalkamala.com

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

Land for sale:

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

Balinese Pool Villa:

Happy Home Apartment for sale: Nice apartment, fully

furnished at Rawai. The apar tment is set in a private compound with pool. It is located only 5 minutes from beach and convenient to Phuket Town. Only B15 million.

Tel: 081 893 2165 www.happyho meapartmentphuket.webiz.co.th.

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

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

Hillside setting. Luxurious 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom pool villa for sale or rent. Sale 20M Baht. Rent Low season Daily 6k, Weekly 36k, Monthly 80k. High season Daily 7k, Weekly 42k, Monthly 100k.

One complete year 85k per month. Call 087 078 6379.

Land At Kathu For Sale: Only Land for Sale Cherngtalay:

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

Donsak Beachfront Land 3 Rai: 67 metres absolute beach

Kamala 3 bed pool villa reduced: Expat owner must sell

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.

Reduced for Quick Sale:

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

Email: davidgem98@hotmail.com

frontage, fully infrastructured, ready to build. Close to ferry going to Koh Samui. Chanote title. 4.5 MB for all.

Email: nhoj0512@hotmail.com.

health reasons. Beautiful home, plot size 892sqm, B20 million. Additional plot 1,372sqm, price B3 million. Best buy in Kamala. No question! Call 0862695108, 0807447625 Thai.

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com Luxury Four Bed House In Laguna

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.

Beautiful luxury four bedroom house over looking the lake and golf course in Laguna.

Sale: B33.5 million / Rent: B170,000 per month.

Call Mick: 084 818 6045 - Email: mick_bat@hotmail.com or www. silkwind.net/laguna.

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.

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

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

Sales - D Condo Mine:

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

Located in Sai Yaun 9, at the back of Mangosteen hotel. Very good access , road, electric, water. Size approximately 30 by 70 metres.

Chanote. Contact 087 897 0501. aleksa@thai-evagroup.com

Home Office Near Thanyapura: New 2-storey home

East Coast Sea View Land

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

Total 1.5 rai (2,450sq metre) on gently sloping land with sea view of Phang Nga Bay. 2 separate Chanote titles each about 1,200 sq metres (4.5 and 5.5M), or will sell as one lot.

Underground services. 081 273 7326, email: kmar74@hotmail.com.

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

Condo in Marina:

Apartment for sale in Patong: Apartment for SALE in World Class Sea Views:

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

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

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Urgent Sale: 6 rai

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

Commercial Building For Sale: 5M. x 18.30M.,3 floors, located

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

Paklok, Chanote, Mountain View, 200m from main road, 11 km from monument and 4 km to Mission Hill.

Interested or want a larger size?

CALL 084 305 6667, email: mari sar1978@hotmail.com

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

Phuket Country Club Condos: 3 Only Luxury Contemporary

Condos, 1 per floor C/W lift. Located on the 15th fairway 275 M3 per floor total.Common Pool and Sundeck.

Underground parking 1/unit, Floor 3 show unit complete Floors 1&2 are unfinished, waiting for owners choice of flooring and kitchens. Could still develop into one very large private home. Floors 1&2 could be offices star ting from B10 million. Or B32 million for project Partial financing available. Info contact 084 840 1262, north8east98@yahoo.com

Apartment on Golf Course:

Golf View, Kathu. Tastefully renovated large (83m2) apar tment in Phuket Country Club. Golf view. 1 bed but easily converted to 2. Store, large Western kitchen and all furniture included. Ideal (holiday) home.

Contact 081 273 7326, Email: keith marshall747@gmail.com.

Mission Hills.

One rai. Very quiet and private, close to all services, 10 min to school, airport, beach, golf, Tesco. B3.4M. 087 276 0529 for info.

Land for Sale:

Great Investment Opportunity: Completed show house and infrastructure seven further plots for development. 1.5km from Mission Hills Golf Club. Please call 087 888 1761 (Aom) for details.

Superb Ocean View Lux Penthouse: B148,000 per sqm, Beautiful Beachfront Land:

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

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

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

Waterfront Villa in Boatlagoon: Modern style spacious townhouse. 3 large beds/4 baths. 250 Sqm. one office area and 2 balconies. One private birth for a boat up to 6 meters behind the house. freehold/leasehold.

B9.9 million. Call 082 493 8526. Email: flakes010@hotmail.com.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES BEST SEAVIEW LANDEVER! Seaview Chalong land price B27.5 million for 2 rai. www.phuket-land-sale.com

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

Patong Loft Condo: Makes a good condo deal now. 1-bedroom, fully furnished, 67 sqm living area. Only B2.99 mil. Big swimming pool. Normal price B3.7 mil. Call 089 872 6895.

Email: jospeder@live.no.

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

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

Five Bed Luxury Villa For Sale: NEW. Beautiful lakeside villa in

Surin Beach. Private estate. 5 bedroom en-suite. Unique architectural style.

Private pool. B35.7m. To view call 083 636 0245 or villasurin7@gmail.com.

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

Ocean Front Land: Modern Villa in Marina:

A spacious family home in Boat Lagoon. Modern contemporary style with 4+1 beds, 4 bathrooms. Large dining area, private swimming pool and fully furnished. Size 616 Sq.M. Call 076 238 948.

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deep sea port. 4.5 Rai divided into 7 Chanote plots. Reluctant sale.

B4.9M the lot. Email: jmic chia@ yahoo.com or call 087 276 0529.

Absolute Beachfront: Set on the beachfront, the ff villa offers uninterrupted sea and island views of the south east coast of Phuket.

Situated between two 5 star resorts: Vijitt and EVASON near Laem Kanoi. 081 480 3834, http://www. facebook.com/Phuket.Beachfront.

Very Spacious European From Owner: Villa in peace-

ful place in Rawai. Large living area and terrace. 3 bedrooms, 4 aircon, 3 bathrooms, 1 guest toilet.

Western kitchen, garage, laundry, beautiful garden, swimming pool.

612 sqm plot, chanote title. Price B9.5 million. Contact Tanya 083 506 8345, geta909@gmail.com.

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

Now. Hiring.Talent.

Assistant to Public Relations Manager Qualifications : • Bachelor in Mass Communications.

• Strong communication skills in multimedia.

• Excellent command of written and spoken English.

• Able to work independently - write a press release, photo caption, scoop article.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in hotel Public Relations.

• Proficient in MS Office application.

• Knowledge in designing software such as Adobe Illustrator will be an advantage.

JV Opportunity: JV Partner with a commercial focus sought for Phuket based company. New startup delivering a well-established world know building related system licensed exclusively for design, production and installation in Thailand.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right partner: Chris on 081 956 2966 or Chrisinphuket@ gmail.com.

Native English Teache r : Need experienc ed pre school teacher, 10 -14 children.

Star t immediately, Chalong, 40 hour a week. Send resume to phuketteacher@yahoo.com.

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

Sales Consultants Wanted: GB Automobiles is Document Control Officer: Development Management Group Co., Ltd is searching for a Document Control Officer for our Patong Beach site. This administrative position controls documents and drawings for a construction site and is open for Thai Nationals only. Successful applicants will hold at least a vocational degree or certificate and have a minimum of 3 years of experience in office work.

Need proven ability to use MS Office and good English communication skills. Knowledge of engineering or construction is a plus. Call 076 617 763, email: tum@dmg-thailand.com.

looking for Thai nationals that are fluent in English, self motivated, with a postive attitude and desire to make above average income.

Sales experience preferred but not necessary as full training provided.

Contact shoongiat@landrovergroup.net or call 081 938 8693.

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

Public Relations Executive Qualifications : • Bachelor in Mass Communications or related field.

• Strong communication skills in multimedia and can communicate and translate well both in Thai and English.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Corporate Communication.

• Experience at multinational technology company preferred.

• Able to interact with all level of employees and able to work independently.

• Proficient in MS Office application.

• Knowledge in designing software such as Adobe Illustrator will be an advantage.

Start your own journey of discovery TODAY. Please send current CV to mayuree@indigo-pearl.com 076 327 006, 076 327 015 www.indigo-pearl.com Indigo Pearl Resort, Nai Yang Beach and National Park, Phuket 83110

D e s i g n S t u d i o - Ad m i n Wanted: Design Studio looking for ENGLISH- SPEAKING THAI GIRL: Looking for a Thai woman with good written and spoken english for office work. Computer literacy is a must. molokophuket. com, info@molokophuket.com, Call: 084 060 7050.

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

an ambitious and organised person to join our team. Successful applicant will help with general office administration and the planning of photography shoot.

Applicant must have an excellent command of English. Email: photomorphic images@gmail.com.

Couple Wanted:

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

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

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Editor – The Phuket News

The Phuket News is looking for a Thai reporter to join the news desk. This is an exciting position that offers great career prospects for the right candidate

Phuket’s leading English newspaper is seeking a section editor

The successful candidate must: ● Be a Thai national ● Be a proficient photographer ● Have good English writing skills ● Be a strong communicator

● Have a hunger for the news ● Have a willingness to learn ● Be willing to work to deadlines

We offer:

● Competitive salary & bonuses depending ● 5 day work week – (Monday – Friday 8.30 am – 6 pm) ● Friendly work environment & excellent progress opportunities ● Time in lieu policy for any overtime hours worked

● You will be one of three section editors, covering the areas of Film, Weird World, Technology and Sport ● The role involves a mix of writing original content, sourcing from agencies, liaising with freelancers, and working with graphic designers on page layout ● In addition to interviews and reviews, you’ll be expected to attend events on behalf of the company – these could variously be sporting, social, and advertising-related ● Applicants should have a minimum of three years’ editorial experience at magazines or newspapers ● The role is open to both Thai and foreign nationals

Interested applicants are invited to apply in person or send application with full resume indicating qualifications and experience, expected salary and recent photo to: adminmgr@classactmedia.co.th.com Tel: 076 612 550-2 ext 101

Applications will only be accepted by email.

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New Hot Yoga Studio In Bangtao: New hot yoga studio

in Bangtao is looking to hire enthusiastic staff - come and join our happy and healthy environment!

Thai English speaking receptionist with basic accounting skills (B20k basic per month) and a customer services assistant to operate the juice bar (B15k basic per month) are required. We are also looking to hire cleaners. Please send CVs with photos to peterantonioni@ gmail.com.

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

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

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

F e m a l e C o o k / H o m e m a ke r Wa n t e d: Exceptional conditions for live-in cook /homemaker for semi-retired UK/Canadian businessman.

Separate high quality room with shower & T V in high - end re sor t style surroundings. Must speak English. Send resume to bggvirgo@gmail.com.

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

- VJ / Light technician.

- Promotions Manager.

- IT Technician.

- Head Chef.

- Graphic Designer.

- Assistant Head Chef.

- Assistant / Secretary / Accountant.

- Flair Bartender.

- Head of Security.

- Singer / Dancer / Performer (female).

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

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

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S a l e N e w B o a t S R-18 Finished: SR.Marine, We are

Speed Boat For Sale:

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

13 M et re Wooden Hull Cruiser: Cap. 17 PAX. Wooden hull, 3.5 meters W, draws 1.5 meters, diesel engine generates 123 KW. Perfect for fishing or day tours.

Fitted w Fish Finder and GPS. Was B1,500,000 now only B500,000. Call 082 414 6931, email: phil@krabikonnect.com.

Kawasaki 750Sxi Jet Ski Pro: Krabi Boat Lagoon: New marina sister of Phuket Boat Lagoon, ready to berthing now with marina charge 50% off and long term berth available.

Well protect by sea condition and full facilities provided.Contact Khun Choo 086 281 0330.

40FT Steel Cutter Sloop: Ready to cruise. Centrecockpit.

Safe, strong German design. New Sails, 44HP Yanmar Engine, 6 Berths, solar, wind generator, BBQ, dinghy&outboard. AUD$110K. 085 378 0498, yacht.antaia@gmail. 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.

Now for quick sale B5.5 million include dinghy 2 Language & TEFL Schools: The schools are very

Fu l l y equipped 10m cruiser ready to sail away. Lots of gear & electronics.

Sleeps 4. Volvo diesel. Aries windvane.

Solar panels. Liferaft. GRP dinghy.

ONLY B750,000. kmdelfina@yahoo. com.

successful due to the high de mand of people wishing to learn Engli sh as A sia devel o ps and plays a larger par t in world affairs every day. These 2 schools are lic ensed wit h t he M inist r y of Edu c at i o n a n d t h e C h a - am branch also holds a TEFL license.

As part of a franchise group, you will always have on-going support for sales and training. The selling price is calculated at 5 times the net profit and with sales growth averaging over 20% year on year, your breakeven point is within 4 years. As all truly profitable business there is no negative cash f l o w. C a l l 0 81 8 4 6 919 3 . S e e insightenglish-huahin.com.

Call French: 080 035 1626 English: 081 788 8280 Email: maurice.phuket@gmail.com

Sale Bar, Hotel + 1 Shop Rawai Beach: Land plot 700 sq metre+building+10 bed+10 bath+2 restaurants. Newly renovated. Private financing by owner. Down B2 million + 13 yearly payment of 1MB. Own forever title land. 100 metres to Rawai landing pier. 084 242 8914, rawai4@ yahoo.com.

Cement Production Plant: Ready Mixed Concrete Company’s factory. 446.92 Horse power. Output of workers in the production of 22 people per day at an average yield of about 100 Q/Day (B1,800/Q) average revenue per day for about B180,000. Manufacture of ready-mixed concrete. Can continue immediately. Just buy a cement truck then start delivery.

Ready water source to be used for production. Address: Moo. 4 T. Maikhao Thalang Dist. Phuket 83110. Land Size: 20 rai 2 Ngan and 56 talang wah. Price: B130 Million. Contact: Mr. Lee, mobile: 081 803 7189.

22m. Indonesian Pinisi Ketch: Licensed and registered

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

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

professional boat builders. Our showroom in Phuket. This model is SR-18, finished. Price B295,000.

“This price exclude only engine”.

Email: samranmarine@live.com / 081 782 0921.

Fa n t a s t i c B a r g a i n: Stand up. Trick conversion kit, R&D ride plate, Race bars with finger throttle, Hydro-turf floor mat with foot-holds, Very reliable, fast, and great fun. Very good condition. B150,000. Contact: garysmith436@btinternet.com.

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Luxury Yacht for Sale: For sale 2002 Bertram 510 Flybridge luxury yacht. Reduced to only USD675,000.

Contact Marcus on marcus@leema rine.net.

in Thailand. She is in good condition and currently working as a snorkel and sunset tour boat. For sale or long-term rental. Price negotiable for quick sale. dragonheartthailand@ gmail.com.

Bar for sale on Soi Bangla:

Bar for sale: Very Busy Mushroom

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

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

Boutique Guesthouse & Bar: Boutique Guesthouse, Bar / Restaurant business for sale. Fully equipped rooms and bar, website and facebook page established.

Well situated only three minutes walk from both Kamala beach and main road with all their amenities.

B1,500,000. Contact: 084 442 7015.

S a l e N e w B o a t S R- 21 Finished: SR.Marine. We are

Patong Massage Shop For Sale: Cosy renovated shop. Shop

professional boat builders. Our showroom in Phuket. This model is SR-21, finished. Price B375,000.

“This price exclude only engine”.

Email: samranmarine@live.com/ 081 782 0921.

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

Guest house & Business: For sale / rent long term. 400 sq m. (N.S.-3 K document) next to Swissotel Kamala.

500 m from Kamala beach. B32 million.

Call 081 893 0540, 076 385 775 email: anong540@hotmail.com.

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

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

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+66 81 892 4804, gordon_asia@hotmail.com

www.phukettransport.com CONTACT PETER: peterb@interglobalau.com PHONE: 0848433492

3 Business For Sale: Good location, Rawai Area. 1) Big Bar, 3 TVs, 2 pool tables, seating: 60 pax, parking: 10 vehicles, good business.

2) Massage parlor – leased out 3) Beauty salon: fully equipped. Lease 8 years+6 months left on lease - Have owned business for 8 years - Sale: 2.9 MB. Negotiable! 087 892 6204, 091 654 1720.

Pa t o n g N ew H o t e l f o r Longterm Lease: 40 rooms URGENT Boutique Hotel for Lease: A small boutique Patong Beach hotel offer for long term lease. Location: Patong beach front ocean panoramic view. 18 rooms, aircon. internet, cable TV, telephone, safe, full furnished. Contact: 076 342 197-8, K.Thanin,K.Tum.

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

Contact 086 300 9406.

2 Business For Sale: Good location, Rawai Area -1) Restaurant – 40 pax - leased out 2) Indoor pub: fully equipped, disco - stage, seating:70 pax. Lease - 8 years+6 months left on lease.Sale:2.9 MB Negotiable. 087 892 6204, 087 244 1322, 091 654 1720.

5 In 1 Business For Sale:

Good location, 1 1/4 Rai. 1) Jungle bar, 3 TVs, 2 pool tables, seating: 65 pax, parking: 15-16 vehicles, good business. 2) Beauty salon: fully equipped. 3) Massage pallor.

4) Restaurant. 5) Indoor pub: fully equipped, stage, seating: 70 pax.

Lease for 8 years+6 months left on lease. Sale: 5.7 MB. Negotiable!

Contact: five.business@yahoo. com, 091 654 1720, 087 892 6204, (Russian) 085 709 9191 (Thai) (English) 091 654 1720.

Restaurant/Guesthouse for sale: Located in Kamala.

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

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

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

Mini Cooper S JCW GP for sale: Only 2000 made worldwide.

Per fect condition, 20 0 6, manual, 17,500 km, 218 hp supercharged, high end hifi, Recaro seats, Book Service, Ultimate Mini. Collectors item. B1.6m, 089 866 3756 (Eng/Th) frankdreist@ hotmail.com.

Unique Rawai Investment Oppor tunity: We

run a business in Chalong that has paid back 50% of its cash investment in the first year of operation. An opportunity for a similar business exists in Rawai.

This is not a hotel, guest house, restaurant, dive shop, car rental or real estate. This business benefits Thai society as a whole and is environmentally neutral.

We are looking for 1-3 equity investors to make a total 20 million Baht investment. E-mail: tayana55islandgirl@yahoo.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

4x4 Black Vigo FULL OPTIONS: 4 Door - Automatic in

ver y good c ondition with Mag Wheels and full Toyota service history - Late 2007 model. 620,000B. 081 979 6320.

Farang Food Paradise:

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

For Sale: Nissan Tida year 2010

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

Commuter Van For Sale:

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

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

profitable business lease 5.2M. Fully refurbished, 6 year contract(fully pre-paid). Low rent. Busy Soi 2minutes from the beach. 5 beautiful en-suite rooms. Sports bar, fully fitted kitchen and restaurant area.

Account available. Call 081 891 9461 / livingroom-phuket.com.

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.

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.

Tile I t: Thalang.

Wana Park on Srisoonthor n Rd. Phuket ’s quality tile boutique.

Tiles for interior, exterior, residential, commercial.

Contact 076 620 168 or 081 424 2828. Email info@ tile-asia.com.

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

CARS FOR SALE

Price total 38 million Baht (9.50.000.euro) include chanote and Thai company.

For serious interest email: thewhitehousekata@gmail.com for RUSSIAN; Ms. Oxana Email: phuket.lux@gmail.com

Toyota Hilux VIGO 4 x4 Auto: Toyota Hilux VIGO, 4 door,

Isuzu D-max super platinum 3.0L: Bought on

Toyota Vios For Sale: 2007 lady owner perfect condition B359,000. Tel 081 125 1873, gordon_asia@hotmail. com.

04/2010. Check up every each 59,000 km. High class surround, navigator, many ex t ras. N orber t 080 878 35 42 GER /ENG Price : B69 0,0 0 0. Email: norberts923@gmail.com

Honda CR-V top model year 2010 for sale, engine 2400cc, 4WD White colour, black leather interior, one owner used only 43280km, very excellent condition.

Contact Cat: Tel 084 744 4304 for info.

Honda CR-V for Sale:

Nissan NV 1.6 Pick Up, 2006:

One hand, private. Only 96,000 km.

Looks like new. The car is totally revised for B100,000. Fast and agile.

B220,000. Contact Yupin English and Thai: 081 817 4805.

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Honda CR-V 2002/Gold 64,000 Km: Used cars -Honda CR-V 2.0E (i-VTEC) with clean condition and no bad accidents.

Top and full option with com plete book service and manual.

Year:20 02,Engine Size: 20 0 0 cc.,Fuel: Petrol.081 818 9696.

CHILDREN’S CLUB HONDA CITY '03 1.5AT, 118XXXkm: Very reliable and

user-friendly car, carefully used for last 3 years. Good condition with some wears. Clean interior, good car audio, fresh tires. Best choice for young family. Honda serviced only. Price B218,000.

Call 083 102 0070.

Family sports and leisure club. Swimming/golf/ playcentre/ gaming arcade. Contact 076 203 185, 087 882 5544. See funstartphuket.com.

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Cooking and baking classes have never been more fun using our top-class professional facilities. With complimentary transport from around the island, head to the best Masterchef kitchen on the island. Learn the tricks of the trade from international award winning Chef, Lionel Raiffort. Learn how to cook, from Thai & European cuisines, to the art of baking. Get involved and make a day of it, groups are welcome. For more information, visit www.phuket-cookingacademy.com or call 081 821 4064.

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS FOR SALE Online health food in Thailand. Good karma, all natural, healthy, and organic products. Please contact 082 276 1675, w w w.good karmathailand.com.

Health Food:

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PET ADOPTION

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PUBLIC NOTICES GENNEWA GOLD MEMBERS: Attention Gennewa Gold

Phuket’s oldest international childcare facility.

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What’s best for you?

SURF SPOT Tim Campbell editor@classactmedia.co.th

SURFBOARDS COME IN all different shapes and sizes, so what’s good for me, you may ask?

Depending on what type of wave you’re going to ride and its size has a huge influence on what you will ride. It also depends on your surfing ability.

For a beginner it’s common to jump on a ‘foamy’, an 8 foot long board which has a soft top and is light in weight.

These boards are thicker and have more buoyancy.

Once you have mastered the pop up technique and can paddle onto your own wave it’s time to progress to an intermediate board.

Now these can range from a fibreglass ‘longboard’ generally 8-10 feet, a ‘mini mal’ (7-8 feet) or a ‘fish’ (6’4-6’10).

Whoa Tim slow down with all these numbers you’re confusing the hell out of me!

The sizes I’ve mentioned are just the length of the surfboard, the width and thickness will have to wait for another time because to be frank we would be here all day and I want to go surfing.

All the boards mentioned allow a fairly new surfer to find their balance and practice their technique while easily paddling onto waves.

Because of the larger size you will be able to paddle easier, jump up quicker because of the stability and set yourself up to take a long exhilarating ride.

Because Thailand generally has small waves, the longer and wider boards will take the difficulty out of scoring some nice waves.

If you onsider yourself to be a confident paddler, can take off of decent size waves and master a bottom turn then you’re ready to start your short board journey ranging with any size below 6 foot.

These boards are typically performance boards, they are light, fast and are shaped to tear that wave apart. A keen surfer will also have a ‘quiver’ in their possession, which are numerous boards for all surfing conditions.

For information on buying and selling surf boards you can contact me at info@ skylaphuket.com Tim’s Tip: Before buying a board seek advice from an experienced surfer who can asses your surfing ability.

Tim Campbell skylaphuket.com

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Super Six: Round 11 Division 1

Karl Ward editor@classactmedia.co.th

Team

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huket Condos & Homes shook off their main challenger as they inched out a 3-2 win against Joy Dive this weekend, in a thrilling affair from start to end.

Division 1 Phuket Condos & Homes v Joy Dive FC: 3 – 2 After a tense start to the game, it was PC&H who took the lead. However, Joy Dive fought back and were rewarded with goals by Sergey Kitaev and Jacopo Jajo. With only 5 minutes to go, PC&H scored the winning goal.

Irish Times v Shakers FC: 2 – 5 Shakers FC jumped to the top half of the table after a 5-2 win against Irish Times, who remain second from bottom.

Division 2 Big Apple & Pita v Phuket Serenity Villas: 5–2 Big Apple & Pita stayed on target for joint top spot in Division 2 after a 5-2 win against Phuket Serenity Villas.

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Boys from the 9th Floor.

KTM Phuket v Mr. Moo: 9–4 In-form Thai team KTM Phuket blasted nine goals past Mr. Moo to go top of table on shared points, but with 1 game in hand.

Rose United v 9th Floor: 7–3 Rose United won against table-jumbos 9th Floor to stay on target for promotion.

Gang Junior v Sovrana Lounge Bar: 4 – 7 Sovrana Lounge Bar scored big with an impressive 7-4 win against Gang Junior, they’re now looking to get away from the relegation zone.

Division 3 Mew FC v Two Chefs: 8–0 Mew FC had no problems overcoming Two Chefs, retaining their second spot in the table, and remaining eligible for promotion.

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1

Phuket Condos & Homes

10

9

0

1

64

45

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2

Joy Dive FC

10

7

0

3

43

20

21

3

TT Boys

9

6

0

3

30

2

18

4

Shakers FC

11

5

1

5

30

1

16

5

Sarnfan FC

9

4

1

4

30

4

13

6

Pita Bar Phuketeers

8

4

1

3

26

-1

13

7

Irish Times

11

1

1

9

19

-38

4

8

Seduction

10

0

2

8

15

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2

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1

Team Rose United

10

6

1

3

51

15

19

2

Big Apple & Pita

10

6

1

3

35

9

19

3

KTM Phuket

9

6

1

2

38

7

19

4

Gang Junior

9

4

3

2

29

-1

15

5

Phuket Serenity Villas

11

4

2

5

41

-8

14

6

Mr. Moo

9

4

1

4

36

0

13

7

Sovrana Lounge Bar

11

3

2

6

46

0

11

8

9th Floor

11

0

3

8

26

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Team Daohang FC

11

10

1

0

89

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31

2

Mew FC

11

6

3

2

37

9

21

3

Grizzly’s FC

10

6

1

3

37

5

19

4

Banana FC

11

4

1

6

36

-8

13

5

Raum-pheun Coffee Club

11

3

2

6

32

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11

5

Two Chefs

11

3

1

7

36

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10

7

Nong Ice FC

11

2

3

6

33

-11

9

8

Bat Fire

10

2

2

6

22

-12

8

Grizzly’s FC v Banana FC: 3 – 5 Thai team Banana FC extended their run of good recent form by winning 5-3 against Grizzly’s FC, who dropped from second to third

Raum-pheun Coffee Club v Daohang FC: 2 – 6 Another straightfor ward win for Daohang FC as they continue their impressive campaign for promotion from Division 3.

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Tearful Tuu quits as Phuket slide to 7th, new Brazilian coach hired Thai Division 1

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Team

Kazira Hans editor@classactmedia.co.th

P

huket FC ended up with another home draw against TTM FC last Saturday (August 3).

Frustrated fans vented their feelings, chanting “Get out” at a tearful coach Panipol ‘Tuu’ Kerdyaem.

He obliged, promptly resigning, leaving the following message on the Phuket FC fan page on Sunday afternoon (August 4): “I would like to thank Khun Pamuke, Khun Eam, Management, Khun Niwat, staff, Phuket Brazilian striker Cristian (yellow boots) scored his first goal for Phuket FC against TTM. footballers and fans for your As the attack receded, The Brazilian came on as TTM FC turned the pressupport. I have been very substitute for Giorgi shortly sure up and pushed for an Phuket went back on the athappy to work here.

“But I have resigned from after the second half kicked equaliser, with Didier Sohna tack but to no avail, and TTM my position as head coach... off and showed his samba and Alfred putting the Phuket pulled a swift counter-play skills, creating many op- defence under some serious on the right wing.

Thank you...”

Nigerian striker Alfred In individual terms, there portunities for Eak-artit and testing.

Phuket keeper Ninuruddin showed his sniper skills were winners in the match. Takam.

Fifteen minutes into the performed miracles, block- with a long ball that looped The tall striker from Brazilian side Cruzeiro, Cristian second half, Doumeng curved ing three consecutive shots over towards Phuket’s goal Alex, scored his first goal a free kick across the TTM from Sohna with his hands, and curled in right under the for Phuket FC in the second goal. Cristian Alex out-leaped feets, arms and legs or any crossbar, leaving Ninuruddin half from a free kick by two TTM defenders to head other part of his body that unable to do anything but would work. in his first goal at home. watch the ball bury itself in Doumeng.

Sport Fishing Tournament Offshore The Similan Islands

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20

12

8

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24

16

44

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Air Force United F.C.

20

13

4

3

23

10

43

3

Singh Tarua F.C.

20

11

4

5

32

12

37

4

Bangkok F.C.

20

10

6

4

43

11

36

5

Saraburi F.C.

20

8

7

5

25

8

31

6

Nakon Rachasima F.C.

20

7

8

5

23

6

29

7

Phuket F.C.

20

6

11

3

24

5

29

8

Trat F.C.

20

7

6

7

35

0

27

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Nakhon Pathom United 20

6

8

6

26

3

26

10

BBCU F.C.

20

6

8

6

20

-5

26

11

Krabi F.C.

20

7

3

10

2

-6

24

12

Khon Kaen F.C.

20

5

7

8

22

-7

22

13

Sri Racha F.C.

20

5

5

10

2

-5

20

14

Ayutthaya F.C.

20

4

8

8

17

-5

20

15

TTM F.C.

20

4

8

8

15

-9

20

16

Siam Navy

20

4

6

10

23

-9

18

17

Rayong F.C.

20

2

9

9

24

-13

15

18

Rayong United

20

3

4

13

21

-12

13

Phuket FC play Nakhon Pathom United on Sunday, August 13 at Surakul Stadium. Kickoff is at 6.30pm.

Tickets are B100, children and students free.

the net, evening the score.

TTM applied serious pressure in the last 15 minutes but failed to make anything else stick.

Wit h G u l f Sa r a bu r i winning, the 1-1 draw saw Phuket slip to seventh in the

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THIS SU NDAY’S OPPO nents for Phuket FC, Nakhon Pathom United have had an interesting year in their first year back after being banned for two years.

They are currently sitting in ninth place in Division 1, just two positions behind The Islanders.

The manager of Nakhon Pathom, Vimon Jancum, has had a long and distinguished playing career.

He was the top scorer in the Thai Premier League (TPL) in 2002-2003 while playing for Osotspa FC, and was part of the glory years for the club as they won the Queen’s Cup three times and the Kor Royal Cup twice. Osotspa finished in the top three in the TPL four times in his time there, placing second twice.

He also spent time playing for Hoàng Anh Gia Lai, one of the top clubs in Vietnam, and has represented Thailand, playing in the 2002 Asian Games as Thailand eventually finished fourth.

How does it feel to have Nakhon Pathom back in the league after being banned for two years?

Everyone is happy that Nakhon Pathom is back in Thai football.

Nakhon Pathom was banned for two years and the people have been waiting for the team to come back. Everyone wants football in Nakhon Pathom.

What is the goal of the team this season?

The goal of the team at the beginning of the season was to finish in the top nine of Division 1. We want to finish in the top half of the league and stay in Division 1. It is a new team and we are trying to build a team with passion and spirit.

I can see that you have a good relationship with the players. How do you maintain

that relationship through a long season?

I was a national team player. I was a striker. I played in Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore.

I know what Thai players like and what they don’t like. I know the culture of Thai players and the Thai leagues. The players want to go where I have gone and they know they can learn a lot from me.

What style of play do you want for the club? The club has shown an attacking style.

Is that a goal of the club?

We want to keep the ball on the ground. We want short passes and to keep control of the ball. We don’t want the ball in the air. We want to be like Barcelona and play the tikitaka style. We want passing and movement. We want to maintain possession. We like to play an attacking style. We want to win of course, but we also want to entertain our fans.

How did you get the nickname Ling?

When I played on the national team, I played very fast. Other players said I was fast, like a monkey. I have lots of agility.

That is how I got my nickname, Ling, which is monkey in Thai. thaileaguefootball.com thephuketnews

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Phuket Muay Thai contest to mark Queen’s birthday MUAY THAI Prapaporn Jitmaneeyaphan

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Local girl wins Canada badminton tournament BADMINTON Tanyaluk Sakoot reporter4@classactmedia.co.th

PHUKET-BORN NICHAON ‘Nett’ Jindapon won badminton’s 2013 Canada Open and a purse of US$50,000 for beating Hong Kong’s Yip Pui-yin on July 21. The 22-year-old beat her opponent 21-18, 21-16.

After her victory, Nett gave an exclusive interview to The Phuket News.

“My father is from PhangNga and my mother is from Phuket, I grew up in Phuket Town.

“I started to play badminton when I was only eight years old.

A doctor told my parents that my sister and I were not that strong, so my father realised that we should play some sport.

“As my father loved to play badminton, we all started playing together. Then I played with friends at school, before moving on to join bigger competitions at high school.

“I moved to Bangkok when I was 15 years old, where a badminton coach saw my talent in different competitions. After a few years training, I joined the national team when I was only 17 years old.

“The first time I won was at a tournament in the Philippines, when I was still studying at school. I won there in both the singles and team competitions.”

Despite Nett’s sporting prowess, she is still studying at Sripatum University in Bangkok, explaining that, “Although I love badminton, studying is just as important.

I cannot forget my education.”

T

he President of the Amateur Muay Thai Association of Thailand (AMTAT) and the International Amateur Muay Thai Federation, former Thai Army chief Gen Chetta Thanajaro last Saturday (August 3) announced a major Muay Thai tournament, to take place in Patong on Sunday (August 11).

Speaking at a press conference at the Tiger Hotel, Gen Chetta announced that the best woman boxer in the “Muay Thai Festival in Honour of HM Queen Sirikit’s 81st Birthday” will receive a cup donated by HM the Queen.

Gen Chetta praised the people of Phuket for showing their allegiance to HM the Queen by organising the tournament in honour of her birthday on August 12. “This is regarded as good luck, especially for the people of Phuket.

The tournament, at Bangla Boxing Stadium on Phang Muang Sai Gor Rd, will start

Gen Chetta with two of the women boxers and the belt they will battle for. at 8pm with a bout between Khaonokna Saksuthin and May uree WorPor Chiyaphoom. There will be a total of 10 fights, seven of them between women fighters Tickets will cost B2,500 for VP seats, B2,000 for other ringside seats, and B1,700 for others.

“This will be an excellent

Muay Thai show that we can take pride in, while at the same time demonstrating our fidelity to HM the Queen,” Gen Chetta said.

Chairat Su k k haban, Deputy Mayor of Patong, said, “Patong Municipality is willing to support all kinds of sports. Patong has been called ‘the living room of

the country’. That’s why we are really honored and willing to host this Muay Thai tournament in Patong “ M a n y p e o pl e f r o m around the world come to Phuket in order to learn about Muay Thai, and it is a wellknown sport around the world.

I think sport works well in parallel with tourism.”

It’s time to get up and running GO-ECO Phuket Clean Up 2013 SUPERKIDZ

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kids and athletes to join in and develop some speed.

The sessions will be targeting the Superkidz races on September 1.

Thanyapura has enjoyed the Taiwan professional triathlon team (above) being in the mix over the month of

June. Three of the five athletes have opted to stay on and train under the Thanyapura format.

Head Coach Tim Jardine was delighted with the sense of dedication and discipline the Taiwan team bought to the sessions. For more information, see thanyapura.com

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RUNNING WILL BECOME a focus over the month of August leading into the first ever Superkidz running event on September 1 at Thanyapura.

The races will cater for all age groups – from 6 year-olds to adults – taking in the 500m, 1k, 3k and a 10k track run.

Thanyapura will be holding run training sessions regularly for adults and children most afternoons from 4pm. Every Wednesday at 5pm a track session begins at Thanyapura with coaches Ricky and Jurgen and this is ideal for parents,

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Thanyapura ‘Month for Women’ TRIATHLON

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nspirational ‘Ironwoman’ and Australian Triathlon Hall of Fame member Belinda Granger (right) will shed light on her brilliant career at a special ‘Women’s Only Training Camp’ at Thanyapura from August 23 to 25.

Belinda Granger is one of the most influential and successful triathletes Australia has produced, with an incredible 15 Ironman distance wins and five Top 10 finishes at the Ironman World Championships at Kona, Hawaii, putting her second in the all-time list of female Ironman victories.

Ms Granger will run the training camp in tandem with Thanyapura’s Triathlon Senior Coach Juergen Zack, himself a legend in the sport and record-breaking eight time worldwide Ironman winner, whose Ironman Bike Course Record was 4 hours, 14 minutes and 12 seconds, which he held for 14 years.

Following her 10th and final appearance at the 2013 DATEV Challenge Roth event, the ‘Tour de France’ of triathlon, which attracts crowds of over 250,000 spectators to the Belgian hamlet, Ms Granger said she couldn’t wait to return to Thanyapura to conduct

the camp. “I will be giving away many of the secrets to my longevity in the sport and maintaining a healthy balance between triathlon and lifestyle – something that many people struggle with,” Ms Granger said.

“I will also be talking about nutrition for training and racing. The camp is aimed specifically at women in triathlon.

It does not matter what level you are at, the camp is open to women of all abilities, from the experienced racer to the ‘newbie’,” she said.

“There will be training sessions for the swim, bike and run and workshops focusing on technique, but there will also be informal seminars over lunch and dinner where the girls can ask me and other

experienced triathletes any questions they like.

“The facilities at Thanyapura are second to none.

There is nowhere else in the world where you have access to so much state-of-the-art equipment right at your finger tips. That is why my husband and I often stay there. It makes training so easy.”

Thanyapura President Robert Hauck said he was delighted to welcome Ms Granger and all the camp participants to Thanyapura and he said it was an important milestone in cementing Thanyapura’s leading role in transforming Phuket into one of the world’s leading triathlon destinations.

Thanyapura is launching its inaugural ‘Month for Women’ this August, 2013, with a host of exciting activities and world class athletes gracing its standard-setting campus in the midst of national parkland in Phuket.

Besides the Women’s Only Training Camp, Thanyapura ‘Month for Women’ will also see world champion triathlete Caroline Steffen in residence, an Empowering Women Workshop on August 22, special promotions for female club members, mother-daughter tea parties and cooking classes throughout August. More info: thanyapura.com

Young guns notch up first win in T20 CRICKET

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espite the persistent rain during the week, the weather cleared for round 5 of the Outrigger T20 league for another actionpacked double header at the ACG on Sunday (August 4).

In the morning match, the Youth team were looking to secure their first win of the season while Patong were looking for a win to advance up the league table.

In a thriller, the Youth team prevailed, scoring 140 runs in their innings, while Patong lost by the narrowest of margins, being bowled out for 139 runs.

After winning the toss, the Youth team chose to bat but quickly lost opener Neill Culpan for a golden duck on the very first ball of the innings.

Pao (3) and Bill Stahmer (20) put on a 31 run partnership before Pao was dismissed in the 6th over. However, a strong innings by Tristian Sheridan (52) supported by Andrew McMillan (18) and some lose bowling (38 wides) saw the Youth side go on to post a solid total of 140-8.

Patong got off to a solid start, posting 44 runs before opener Seemant Raju (24) was dismissed. However, a batting collapse then ensued, with another 4 wickets falling in

Outrigger T20 league 2013: Round 5 Team

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Village

4

4

8

0

39

2

Laguna

4

2

4

2

34

3

ICC

4

2

4

0

29

4

Patong

4

1

2

1

25

5

Youth Development

4

1

2

1

15

the next two overs and were looking on the ropes at 5-57.

Imitiyaz Mushtaq (19), Anthony Van Blerk (28 not out) and Neil Quail (19) managed to steady the innings and almost secure victory but for a run out on the last ball of the innings.

In the afternoon match, the Village elected to bat and posted a total of 131-7 from their 20 overs. Laguna fell short of the target only able to score 127-8 in reply.

The Village side got off to a steady start until Paul Stamp (15) top-edged a ball with the score on 26. Martin Foster (24) and Simon Wetherell (22) then put on a 29 run partnership until Wetherell was caught at deep mid-wicket. Foster and Craig Murphy (44) then combined to take the score along to 82-3 until Foster fell in the 14th over.

Murphy and Diwan Mydeen (9) put on a 43 run partnership until he fell with the score on 125 in the 18th over.

Laguna managed to contain

the Village in the last 2 overs with only a further 6 runs being added, with a innings total of 131-7 after 20 overs.

Laguna’s innings did not start well, with opener Sriram Kailasam (0) finding a leading edge and being caught in the first over and Rishi Sadarangani (5) falling in the very next over. Manish Sadarangani (10) was then run out and at 22-3, Laguna were in deep trouble.

Darren Shaw (14) and Sameer Khan (10) both got starts but failed to go on and Laguna were 52-5. Stuart Reading (27) and Faizal Mir (26 not out) then combined for a 51 run partnership and Laguna were looking in with a chance. With 10 runs to win from 6 balls, Roly Cooper hit a straight drive that was looking for all money to be going over the boundary until Olly Wingate at deep mid-off took a great catch to secure another victory for the Village with Laguna falling 5 runs short of their target. More info: phuketcricketgroup.com

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TH Plc, the broadcast rights holder for English Premier League (EPL) matches has admitted that some subscribers – including in Phuket – will not get satellite dishes or cable set-top boxes in time for the big kick-off on August 17.

The new cable-TV operator is trying to clear a long waiting list of customers who want to subscribe to its service.

“We are sorry about the slow installation and will do our best to solve this problem as fast as we can,” said chief executive Krissanan Ngampatipong.

CTH plans to install satellite dishes and cable set-top boxes for 600,000 new subscribers before the start of the football season. It will double its installation teams to 4,000 to tackle the backlog, and it now

has 400 dealers nationwide.

From this week, it says, its daily installation capacity will increase by 50 per cent to 3,000 satellite dishes, while daily capacity for the cable system is between 2,000 and 3,000 boxes. “We hope the situation will be better soon,” Mr Krissanan said.

Customers have complained about having to wait up to two months before being contacted

by CTH’s installation staff.

Kanitha, who works for a law firm and is an avid football fan, said she waited for one month for a phone call from CTH staff about making an installation appointment.

“I’m just lucky that the installation team will come to my house this Wednesday. That means I’ll be able to watch the first EPL game of the season,” she said.

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But she was told by CTH staff that she would receive a satellite dish, not a cable system, as the company’s fibreoptic network is not available at her location. The company promised to change the system for her once its cable network is available in her neighbourhood.

CTH has 40,000 to 50,000 customers waiting for installation and hopes the backlog will drop below 10,000 by late August.

“Demand is much higher than we expected from existing subscriptions from local cable operators and new subscribers

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major problems, however. First, revenue sharing between CTH and its satellite mechanic teams at B400-500 a set is lower than that of TrueVisions, which pays B1,000.

This has resulted in a lower quality of dealers who tend to hire small subcontractors with lower levels of expertise to do installations.

Second, inexperienced technicians often find it hard to fine-tune satellite dishes to receive signals from Vinasat, the Vietnamese satellite that CTH uses, and this also leads to delays.

There was talk of TrueVisions doing a deal with CTH to sublease the EPL, but this seems to have come to nothing, leaving True subscribers bereft of English Premier League games. Bangkok Post

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via the satellite system alike,” said Mr Krissanan.

“The low-priced packages widen opportunities for viewers wanting to reach good content, particularly EPL games.”

CTH is moving in the right direction; after its EPL package was launched in June, its three-year subscription at B599 a month was the most popular, being taken up by about 70 per cent of customers, followed by packages for one year, two years and one month.

CTH will run the satellite system alongside the cable line system, Mr Krissanan said.

The company maintains its target of having at least 3 million subscribers in its first year of operation, 1 million in the satellite system and 2 million in the cable system.

A satellite TV industry source said CTH faces two

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