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Italian tourist Luigi Maraldi, 37, met with Phuket Police on Sunday, March 9 to discuss his passport that was stolen on the island in 2013, and then used by an Iranian man posing as him to board the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

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wo passports that went missing in Phuket have become the centre of a police investigation after they were used by passengers on board the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which is presumed crashed after it lost all contact on Saturday (March 8).

The spotlight is now on Phuket as both Thai and international authorities try to establish if and how the stolen passports are connected to the fate of the missing plane, and if they are possibly indicative of a wider crime network, or “passport ring” based on the island. Italian Luigi Maraldi and Austrian Christian Kozel had their passports go missing on the island in 2012 and 2013, respectively; Mr Maraldi’s

was given away to someone else in a botched motorbike rental incident, while Mr Kozel’s went missing. Interpol identified the Iranian pair who boarded the flight as Seyed Mohammed Reza Delavar, who used Mr Maraldi’s passport, and Pouria Nourmohammadi, who used Mr Kozel’s (see photo on page 2). Authorities have said they believe the Iranian pair were illegal immigrants who were on their way to

Europe via Beijing. The flight tickets were purchased in Pattaya. Coincidently, Mr Maraldi was in Phuket on holiday again when family and friends contacted him at the weekend, after he was named as a passenger on board the flight. He reassured them he had never purchased a ticket, and was safe and well. He was interviewed by Phuket Police on Sunday as news of the stolen passports emerged.

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Passport mixup puts vehicle rental protocol in spotlight Continued from page 1. While on holiday in Phuket last year, Mr Maraldi said he rented a motorbike from the B.N. Massage rental shop on Nanai Road, using his passport as a guarantee for the bike. When he returned several days later to get his passport back, he was told it had been given to someone else. He then reported it stolen to police. Motorbike rental shop owner Benjawan “Tik” Nakmoraka said she was not at the shop when the incident took place. Instead, working at the shop was 62-year-old Thawin Kamplapa. Mrs Benjawan explained to The Phuket News that she received two calls in July last year, saying that two customers, one French and one Italian (Mr Maraldi), were coming back to the shop to pick up their passport to use it to exchange money at a currency exchange booth (a passport is required for this). “My husband and I were about to go shopping on that day, so we hired Mrs Thawin, 62, to look after the shop during our absence. I told

her there will be two people who will come back to collect their passports at the shop,” said Mrs Benjawan. In the afternoon, Mrs Thawin said one of the men arrived in the afternoon, and she assumed it was one of the two who wanted his passport back. Without hesitation, she showed four or five passports to the man and let him take one. The man picked up Mr Maraldi’s passport and then gave Mrs Thawin his “Russian girlfriend’s” passport instead as the guarantee. “For Thai people, especially the older ones, all farangs look the same. She [Mrs Thawin] doesn’t really remember Luigi’s face well, but she thought the stranger was him and they both had a beard,” Mrs Benjawan said. After the incident came to light, Mrs Thawin was questioned by police and immigration, and she said she was “terrified” because she’d never been to the police station before. “He looked like a foreigner. He had white skin and brown

Interpol identified the Iranian pair who boarded the flight as Pouria Nourmohammadi, left, who used Christian Kozel’s passport, and Seyed Mohammed Reza Delavar, right, who used Luigi Maraldi’s passport. Photo: AFP/Malaysian Police hair, and a beard, and was of solid build,” Mrs Thawin told The Phuket News. Mrs Benjawan said that if it was her working on that day, she would have checked the passports to see if it matched with the customer’s face. She said there were a lot of similar incidents involving “misplaced” passports at motorbike rental shops, and said it happened “pretty often” in Patong.

Mr Maraldi has virtually been cleared of any wrongdoing, after being interviewed extensively by Phuket Police as well as the Immigration Police. “Mr Luigi’s passport was lost in Thailand but how it was lost is suspicious. Why should motorbike rental shops need original passports from the customers when they could use just a copy?” Kathu Police Investigator Pol Capt Khun-

nadet NaNongkai said. Although foreigners putting down their passports as guarantees for vehicle and motorbike rentals is common practice in Phuket, it is frowned upon by embassies who say the passports do not belong to the bearer, they belong to the government concerned and should not be used for anything other than travel. Mrs Benjawan said she keeps the actual passport because “it protects us when tourists do damage”. “From my experience, when tourists cause damage to a motorbike of mine, they just escape away and never come back again. I learnt this lesson in the past, and now I keep the original passports when doing this rental business. It really is a guarantee.” Meanwhile, Capt Khunnadet has been working in Phuket for just one month but already two groups of international criminals had been caught – one group of Italians and one of Algerians – and he believed there were links between these two stolen

passports and international criminal networks. As well as Mr Maraldi’s passport, police are also investigating the theft of the passport belonging to Austrian man, Christian Kozel, who lost his passport in Phuket a couple of years ago. The police told The Phuket News that the police were checking the travelling activity of Mr Kozel, who reported his passport lost on March 8, 2012. Police said Mr Kozel first arrived at Tropical Bungalow in Patong, and asked staff what he should do about his lost passport. He reported the passport missing to both police and the Austrian Embassy, but the report seems to have gone missing. He returned to Austria on March 28 using an emergency travel document. At time of press, Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 with 239 people on board was still missing. Phuket’s role in the international incident – and as a possible centre of a stolen passport trade – is still emerging. – Additional reporting AFP

Police introduce system to reduce passport fraud KATHU POLICE MET WITH more than 30 motorbike rental shop owners on Wednesday (March 12) to try and work out a solution to tourists using their passports as guarantees for vehicle hire. After Luigi Maraldi’s passport was given to the wrong person during a mishap in 2013, police now want to change the system and are asking renters not to keep passports of foreigners. Police Investigator Pol Capt Khunnadet NaNongkai said from now on, he encouraged all renters in the Kathu area to use the LINE cellphone application to transfer details of foreigners to the police directly. Renters should send the police head shots, plus passport information and other details using this app, but they should not confiscate the passport.

Jirapat Pochanapan, head of Kathu Police, advised motorbike renters, “Never keep the passports of tourists because you will be charged with embezzlement of someone else’s possession. If you must keep the passport, you must get the customer to sign to say they are willing to give you the passport for the rental process. This will protect you.” Police will also be enforcing the rule that all foreigners are required to keep their passport, or at least a copy, on them at all times. “I will tell all the hotels and businesses to inform the tourists about this rule. Then in about one month, we will officially start to enforce this rule. Foreigners who aren’t able to show their passport or a copy will be fined no more than B1,000,” Capt Khunnadet said. thephuketnews

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ystery surrounds a “c r a ckdow n” on foreigners by police officers on Chalong Pier on Monday (March 10). The officers, some in plain clothes, reportedly arrested some 30 foreigners found running or working for dive companies and threatened them with charges of contravening the terms of their work permits. The owner of one dive company, speaking on condition of anonymity, told The Phuket News, “They saw me on the pier directing my staff and demanded to see my work permit. When I showed it to them they said that my work permit allowed me to work in the office only, and not at the pier. “I checked later with my accountancy firm who organised the work permit and they said this was definitely not true.” They took him to an upstairs office at Chalong Police Station, “behind the cells”,

where he was told he was facing a night in jail and then an appearance in court for working illegally. The alternative, the officers explained, was for him to pay an on-the-spot fine of B30,000, and another B3,000 a month to ensure the exercise is not repeated. He paid. “Since then I have had no trouble. There’s one officer called P***** (name withheld for legal reasons) who lets his colleagues know that I am protected.” P***** is well known to people in the dive industry. One dive boss told The Phuket News on Wednesday that his company was first hit a month ago, on February 10, when P***** stopped one of the instructors and found fault with his work permit. “He wanted B10,000, but we bargained it down to B5,000. Then he turned to me and said, “I want B5,000 from you too.’ Our lawyer advised us to pay.” His staff were stopped

Foreign dive operators and their foreign staff now step onto Chalong Pier with some trepidation. Photo: Google again on Monday and taken to the police station but after the lawyer intervened they were allowed to go. Another dive company owner, also speaking anonymously, said, “Yesterday (March 10) maybe 30 people were apprehended.” The raids were well prepared, he said. Clients are left wondering about the legitimacy of the dive companies when they see

Tourists rescued from sinking boat in Krabi FORTY-SEVEN TOURists and five boat staff were rescued off the sinking speedboat Andavaree 919 after the bottom of the boat was damaged in heavy seas off Krabi around 3.30pm on Thursday (March 6). The boat began taking on water off the coast of Koh Gai. Staff began bailing the

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seawater out of the boat, and the captain, Winai Chairab, 40, called the Andavaree tour company and arranged for two nearby boats to come and pick up the tourists. One boat then took 26 of the tourists to Phi Phi, and the remaining 21 were brought back to Phuket. “At 9.30am this morning, the speedboat picked

up 52 people – including 47 tourists and five staff – from Chalong Pier to take them to Phi Phi island. When they were approaching Koh Gai in Krabi, there were big waves that hit the bottom of the boat and damaged it. Everyone was safe,” said Pol Capt Chatchai Sakdee from the Phuket Marine Police. Eakkapop Thongtub

a manager or dive instructor being escorted away by police. Police officers in Chalong professed to be mystified about who the police are. The Phuket News contacted Pol Col Jittapab Dejittharasorn, the Chalong Superintendent. He said, “I didn’t order anyone to do this. I have not received any report about this matter. I suggest that you call the Marine Police

and the Tourist Police.” Pol Maj Urumporn Kundechsamrit of the Tourist Police initially said he knew nothing about the raids but, when called again, said, “I don’t want to comment about this. The Tourist Police were possibly just on patrol and checking around the area as usual.” The Marine Police also insisted initially that they knew

nothing about the action. On Wednesday morning, however, Marine Police Superintendent Pol Capt Chatchai Sakdee said, “Marine police check the ports, boats and diving boats every day. “This doesn’t mean that we go specially to check diving boat in order to rip off the expats. It’s our duty to do so [to check]. “We check the work permits of expats who work in Thailand just to control them and urge them to get a work permit. When we go around, we also teach people about the importance of safety. “On the day [Monday], Marine police went there in the morning and checked work permits as usual. They saw that everybody had work permits. But we didn’t see anyone working illegally, so we didn’t arrest anybody. “I heard that the Tourist Police arrested some people on that day, but I haven’t been following the story.”

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medium-sized inshore cargo boat, the MV Tanaporn, burned to the waterline last Friday (March 7), to the east of Ao Po, between Koh Naka Yai and Koh Yao Yai. Marine Police received a report at 4pm from a speedboat that a boat was on fire on Phang Nga Bay, and sent fast patrol boat No 814 to see what could be done to help those on board. Witnesses reported they could see a pall of black smoke climbing straight into the sky. By the time the Marine Police arrived, all that was left was a collection of charred hull planks, just showing above the

waterline. The Tanaporn is described as a privately owned 23.5-metre inshore cargo boat with twin diesel engines, used to carry goods anywhere between Ranong and Satun. Registered in Phuket, it is owned by a Mr Dalan Paekamon and has a crew of five. The captain is Sompong Maigaeo. The boat was carrying cars and motorcycles from the pier on Koh Yao Noi to Bang Rong Pier when it caught fire. Because of its wooden construction, the two-deck vessel was swiftly engulfed by flames. The crew jumped over-

board and were all picked up safely by a passing boat. This is the third boat with Phuket connections to be destroyed by fire in the past six weeks. On February 1 the liveaboard dive boat MV Bunmee I, belonging to a Kata-based dive company, caught fire and sank 60 km west of Koh Lanta. On February 9 another liveaboard dive boat, the MV Blue Star, belonging to a Chalong dive company, caught fire and sank in Burmese waters. No one was injured in either incident. – Eakkapop Thongtub. Additional reporting by Suthicha Sirirat.

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A “SERVICE CENTER” HAS BEEN opened at the police checkpoint in Kathu as authorities try to avert more serious road accidents on Patong Hill such as the crash on December 29 in which two people died when a tour bus went out of control. Kathu District Officer Apisan Sa-Ngasri explained, “The purpose of this service centre is to solve the traffic and accident problems on the way up and down Patong Hill, where the road is steep and has too many curves. “We are informing drivers about road conditions and speed limits, and installing railroad sleepers every 50 meters on the side of the road to hold vehicles [that have trouble with their brakes]. We also have a joint force of 50 people under the joint command

of the District Office and the police. “To begin with, we are opening the service centre two days a week, on Mondays and Thursdays, but this may change depending on circumstances.” He said that since the centre opened unofficially two weeks ago, 128 buses, trucks and cars have been checked for roadworthiness. The centre also conducts random urine tests for drugs. “We have taken urine samples from 130 drivers, crew and tour guides, of which 15 were positive for the presence of drugs. Nine [transport] business owners have been fined for infringements. A further 245 car and motorcycle drivers have been fined for a variety of offences.” Governor Maitri Inthusut said, “The Service Center integrates the work of Thung Thong Police station,

the Transportation Department, Kathu Municipality, Kathu Health Department, rescue foundations and local Pineapple Eyes Network [a volunteer network whose members report problems] in order to reduce the risks on the road, and prevent drug abuse and criminal activity.” Noting that the steep and winding part of the hill from the Kathu side sees an average of two accidents a month, Gov Maitri explained that the service centre aimed at addressing “four risks”. “The first is about the vehicles – their condition and their capacity to climb the hill. “Second is the driver, who needs to know the route and have driving experience, and not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.”

The third, he explained, is the road itself. “The Highways Department will paint red-and-white lines dividing the lanes, repair the road and expand it. We have B15 million to carry out this work. “Fourth, the risks of traffic flow, for example how many lanes there are.” All four risk solutions have to work together, he added. “The most important thing is that we have to instil mindfulness in everybody. “I have emphasised the importance of addressing foreigner tourists who do not wear helmets, dress impolitely and do not know the route. This [increases the] risk that the foreigners may lose their lives. “We are trying to tackle this particular weak point,” he said, thanking everyone involved. Suthicha Sirirat

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THE BODY OF A WOMAN found inside a drainpipe in Pa Klok on Friday (Friday 7) is believed to be that of missing Thalang woman Kanya Yungnoo, 46. Ms Kanya, who worked as a food and drink seller on Bang Tao Beach, went missing on January 21 at around 8pm, after leaving home alone on her motorbike. Family members, includ-

ing her son Somrak Pansakul, then filed a report with Cherng Talay police when she did not return home. Her motorbike was found near a lake in Baan Layan in February, but a body was never recovered. Members of the public discovered the body inside the drainpipe on Friday evening on the main Pa Klok Road. It was inside a plastic bag, and

police believe the woman was aged around 25-40 years old. Ms Kanya’s sons, Somporn Pansakul, 17, and Surin Duangsuwan, 24, said the clothes on the dead woman matched the ones their mother wore the same day she disappeared. The body has been sent for DNA checking, to find out if it is Ms Kanya. Eakkapop Thongtub

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Police seize ‘ice’ worth 7m PH U K ET POLICE on Sunday after noon (March 9) confiscated cr ystal methamphetamine worth more than B7 million from drug dealers suspected to be part of a wide network of drug sellers working between Nak hon Sri Thammarat prison and the Ta Chat Chai entrance to Phuket. Police were first given a tip off that a prisoner from Nakhon Sri Thammarat, named as Kee Honsaithong, was one of the leaders in a gang who were bringing drugs to Phuket. Police were told there would be a delivery on board a Bangkok-toPhu ket bus, so t hey checked buses that came through the checkpoint. Inside one bus they found Sunthorn “Torn” Limsakul, a 37-year-old Phang Nga resident, with 950 grammes of crystal methamphetamine, or ya ice. He admitted he was “hired” for B10,000 to bring the drugs to Phuket. Police also confiscated another kilogramme of ya ice near Srisoonthorn Temple on Thalang Road in Phuket Town. Eakkapop Thongtub

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he embattled Blue Canyon Country Club ( BCCC) ha s been bought in a hostile takeover by a low-profile Phuket businessman, Thanit Rattakamchai, ending the reign of Singaporean Sia Leng Yuen. Last weekend there was a mood of celebration among golfers, who were aware that the club, with its iconic Lakes and Canyon courses, had changed hands, and that Mr Sia was out of the frame. The club and the Canyon course opened in 1991, the creation of a consortium of Japanese and Phuket investors who turned 1,800 rai of tin mines into a thing of beauty. The Lakes course opened eight years later. Designed by golf course architect Yoshikazu Kato, BCCC attracted some big names in golf, and is the only course in the world to have hosted three Johnny Walker Classics – in 1994, when the winner was Greg Norman, in 1998 when Tiger Woods won, and in 2007 when Anton Haig was the victor. According to the BCCC website, Tiger Woods described the Canyon course as “one of

German Bernhard Langer is just one of the top international golfers who have played in competitions at Blue Canyon Country Club. Photo: The Principal Charity Classic the best I have ever played on”, while Bernhard Langer said, “It’s an excellent layout,” and Greg Norman expressed a wish after the Classic: “I would like to return to play here on my own.” It also featured in international politics, especially when Thaksin Shinawatra was Prime Minister. He played golf there and had discussions with former US Presidents George HW Bush and Bill Clinton, and with his Singaporean and Malaysian counterparts, Goh Chok Tong and Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. But behind the glitter and the big names, things were not at all right with BCCC.

Murex, the owning company, went into bankruptcy and, in 2004, Rawat Jindaphol, one of the original investors, sued Blue Canyon Holdings and Mr Sia for illegally watering down the holdings of his family from 65 per cent to just 4 per cent. He also aimed criminal charges at Mr Sia and a couple of others for falsifying documents. These suits continue to rumble on in the courts and are as yet unresolved. In 2005 a white knight appeared in the form of Deutsche Bank, which paid B2 billion for a big chunk of the club and put it into its RREEF Global Opportunities Fund II.

The following year Murex was declared solvent by the Bankruptcy Court. But Mr Sia’s troubles were not over. The same year, the local investors managed to get a court decision awarding the club to them, and unceremoniously booted him out. The putsch did not last, however. Mr Sia fought back through the courts and regained control. Golfers continued to play throughout, but complained often about how poorly the club was managed, and how poorly maintained the courses were. It is an indication of how far the reputation of the club has declined that the BMW Golf

Cup International, an amateur competition drawing players from 50 countries and being played at BCCC this week (March 10 to 15), is regarded as a very big deal. The club was so mired in legal suits brought by Mr Rawat that in 2009 the Phuket Provincial Court Chief Justice, Varangkana Sujaritkul, urged golf-playing colleagues not to play at BCCC. “It is not good that the judges are playing golf at the course, as they may be seen as taking sides with one party in the [Sia-Rawat] dispute,” she said. She added that neither side in the dispute seemed interested in taking the case to mediation. Now, though, it seems that judges may once again be able to play the Canyon and Lakes courses. Mr Thanit’s Ocean Group Phuket owns the two Ocean shopping malls in Patong and the one in Phuket Town, 11 Rattana hotels and apartment blocks across the island, 10 Big One convenience stores, three restaurants, and snooker, bowling and karaoke establishments. He is also a major shareholder in the Phuket Bulletin and Blue Wave Radio. Repeated attempts to contact Mr Thanit over several days for comment on his purchase, and the details, were unsuccessful.

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When Pradit Samothong came across the wallet, he handed it into the police station. Police used the address on the ID card to find Miss Mukda, and return the wallet. Miss Mukda was naturally delighted to get her wallet back, and said she planned on getting in touch with Mr Pradit to thank him. Eakkapop Thongtub

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ctors Jean Claude Van Damme and Kellan Lutz were spotted in Phuket on Friday night, partying together at the grand opening of Nikki Beach Phuket on Layan Beach. Mr Lutz, best known for starring as Emmett Cullen in The Twilight Saga film series, was a special guest for the grand opening party, and was interviewed by multiple television networks, including Phuket News TV. He told Phuket News TV that he was on his first visit to Phuket, and visiting the island had “always been a dream”. The Daily Mail reported that while on the island, Mr Lutz had a go on a Flyboard – a type of water jetpack attached to your feet. A Flyboard rider stands on a board connected by a long hose to a watercraft. Water is forced under pressure to a pair of boots with jet nozzles underneath which provide thrust for the rider to fly up to 15 metres in the air or to dive headlong

Fists of fury: Passengers slug it out in the aisle of the China-bound flight.

Passenger outrage over seat back sparks fistfight on flight to China Fists of fun: Jean Claude Van Damme (left) and Kellan Lutz pictured at the party on Friday. Photo: Hareth Tayem through the water. The 28-year old will next star in Expendables 3, due for release in August. Mr Van Damme is a relatively frequent visitor to the island; he was last spotted in 2012 at Joe’s Downstairs in Kalim. Julie Fogel, Global PR and Communications Director for Nikki Beach, said it was “fantastic” have the two actors at the opening party. “Celebrities frequent all our locations around the world

as they feel comfortable being at Nikki Beach, and have become extremely familiar with the brand since Jack Penrod opened his first Nikki Beach location in Miami Beach, Florida in 1998. “It’s quite normal to walk into any Nikki Beach location across the globe and, on any given day, see your favourite actor, actress or recording artist enjoying themselves with their friends/family on a day bed, or having lunch at the table next to you.”

A SPOKESPERSON FROM Thai Airways Phuket Office has denied that footage of Chinese tourists fighting on board a plane had any connection to Phuket. The footage was filmed by a passenger on board the flight and uploaded to YouTube. It has been picked up by multiple Chinese media outlets, with many saying the flight was leaving from Phuket on its way to China. However the uploader of the video, named as Syver Lauritzsen, wrote in the description of the video uploaded on February 15 that the incident happened on his flight from Bangkok to Beijing. The fight apparently started when one female passenger apparently leaned her set back too far and the passenger behind

was not able to eat his food on the tray table. The boyfriend of the female passenger then got involved and a brawl broke out, with several people throwing punches. Other passengers tried to break up the fight. The news reports said the fight took place on a plane taking off from Phuket International Airport, and the airline was believed to be Thai Airways. It is understood that Mr Lauritzsen did not report the incident, but later uploaded the video to YouTube with captions translating the foul language that accompanied the flying fists. A spokesperson from the Thai Airways Phuket office said the incident did not happen on a Phuket flight.

“For sure, it was not in Phuket, either flying in or out, because I would know about it, and I haven’t heard anything about it.” The Bangkok office said it had no information about the incident. On February 18, the South China Morning Post reported that a Chinese tour group was thrown off a flight just before it was due to take off from Phuket, after airport officials said 15 of them engaged in a ferocious brawl. The newspaper reported the China Eastern Airlines flight to Wuhan in Hubei province was delayed by about an hour on February 16 while the entire tour group of 27 passengers, some of them bruised and bloodied, were escorted off the aircraft. Eakkapop Thongtub

‘Spies’ to check airport taxi drivers are using meters VICE-GOVERNOR JAMROEN TIPpayapongtada, after announcing that he would be sending undercover police to try to catch meter taxis at the airport refusing to use their meters, explained to The Phuket News why. “Meter taxi drivers who contravene the Transportation Statute should be fined about B1,000 and should, I think, receive other punishment.” This other punishment, he said, would be up to the Provincial Land

Transportation Department (PLDT). “We have emphasised to the Transportation Department that they must not allow this to happen again. And if the driver repeats his offence, his license to drive a taxi should be revoked.” The crackdown comes after a tourist reported that a taxi driver refused to use his meter, wanting instead to charge a fixed fare for the journey. The driver has been identified and has received a warning.

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Woman held for shooting man on Bang Tao beach in business row A PHUKET WOMAN shot a man several times in the legs on Sunday morning (March 9) around 11.30am on Bang Tao Beach in what appears to be a dispute over beach business. Police arrived at the scene to find Suchat Jampada, 43, lying on the ground in agony after being shot in both legs, and his right foot. At the scene they found 27-year-old Prassanee Jansribut, who was holding a .38 pistol. She surrendered to police and was taken to Cherng Talay Police Station for questioning. Police said they believed the pair had a serious argument on Saturday night about doing business on the beach, and were physically fighting. The following day Miss Prassanee shot at Mr Suchat. Mr Suchat was taken to Thalang Hospital. Eakkapop Thongtub

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huket’s expat volunteers, who went on strike last week after allegations that some police officers were using the volunteers to extort money from tourists, are now back at work following a successful meeting on Friday (March 7). Phuket’s 20 or so volunteers – the number remaining after five quit over the issue – met with the new Commander of Kathu Police, Pol Col Sakchai Limcharoen, and the former commander Pol Col Jirapat Pochanapan. Wal Brown, the head coordinator of the Region 8 International Volunteers group had earlier told The Phuket News that he was tired of being subjected to “shady situations”, and the 20 volunteers had stopped work for around two weeks. “The International Volunteers had a problem where a tourist was ordered to pay B20,000 more than the original compensation for damage to

Wal Brown: ‘We didn’t strike. But we did stop working.’ a room because he asked for assistance from a volunteer. “The tourist was also threatened with a greater fine and jail if he were to talk with the volunteer again. “This is one of a number of issues where the International Volunteers have been used against a tourist.” Col Sakchai told The Phuket News the group had now “worked things out” and

Police hunt for killers after frenzied machete attack KATHU POLICE ARE ON the hunt for five men believed to be responsible for the violent murder of their Burmese colleague, Mr Hawey, on Sunday night (March 9). Police know the names of the five men and are trying to locate them in Burmese camps in Patong. Around 11am on Monday morning, Kathu police arrived to an area near the San Jao Pho Suea Shine in Kathu, and found a Burmese woman

named Mrs Yu, 21. She was crying hysterically and said her husband, Mr Hawey, 21, had been decapitated and his body buried nearby. When interviewed by police, she said that she and Mr Hawey, plus several colleagues were talking after work, and a serious argument broke out. A man she named as Mr Leh and another man brought out knives and tried to attack Mr Hawey, but Mrs Yu stretched her arm out to protect him.

denied the incident had involved corruption. “It’s a miscommunication between the police,” he said. Col Sakchai said that usually, police would deal with criminal law. When an incident became a civil case, or involving a settlement over money, police would exclude themselves from it, and pass the case to a lawyer. Col Sakchai said when the

volunteers wanted to help in this particular case, the Thai police didn’t know how to explain it in English. “So, it looked like the Thai police were involved in some sort of corruption but actually it wasn’t. They just wanted to pass the case to someone else, and exclude themselves from it, and they wanted the volunteers to stop trying. That’s all. “There may have been a misunderstanding which meant the volunteers felt like they were being ignored by the police. Wal Brown was upset because sometimes the Thai police don’t listen to him. I think he has a reason to be angry because he’s a volunteer who helps without expecting any benefit. “But sometimes Thai police officers are moved often [to other regions or positions], and not all the Thai police can speak English well and this can create misunderstandings. Sometimes, the Thai law and the law of the Western countries can be different. This problem happened because there’s no communication.

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“Now I’m in charge at Kathu Police Station, I won’t let this situation happen again. From now on, the police and volunteers will talk to each other more so we have a better working environment. We have encouraged the volunteer team and now Mr Brown is back with us, the same as before.” Col Sakchai said volunteers were a dedicated group of people who helped with security and helped out tourists. This was of great benefit to the Thai police, because often they could not communicate well with the tourists. Mr Brown told The Phuket News on Friday that problems arose in every enterprise, whether with the police or with any other groups. “We didn’t strike. But we did stop working. For the two weeks that we were not working, we were waiting to solve the problems, and to meet with Col Jirapat. We will work more closely in the future.” Mr Brown said the five volunteers who quit may come back in the future, and that he would talk to them.

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Duo survive smash in epic police chase TWO BROTHERS FROM Takua Pa, north of Phuket, survived a car crash on Wednesday (March 5) around 3pm, which stemmed from an epic police chase. Takua Pa police received a tipoff that two men were selling drugs to young people in the area, as part of a gang. They managed to track them down, but once the men saw the cops, they sped off in their car. Police chased them on motorbike for many kilometres, before the two men lost control

and crashed their car into an electricity pole. The car flipped then broke into two. Miraculously the two men, named as Tada Kaengraeng, a g e d 2 5, a n d K i t t i s a k Kaengraeng, aged 22, survived, and were later arrested after police found crystal methamphetamine and several pipes inside the car. Both were charged with possession of a category one drug – crystal meth – with intent to sell. Eakkapop Thongtub

hree more candidates have registered for the Senate elections in Phuket, due to take place on March 30. They are lawyer Cherdchai Wongsaeree, 45; former Sakoo Deputy Mayor Cherdchoo Sae’aew, 57; and ex-official and developer Naeb Sinthong, 62. The three new candidates join five others who signed up on the first day of registration, March 4. The eight all told The Phuket News about their platforms: Bamrung Rungroeng, 56, an independent legal adviser: “I want to serve the country and the people. I think that I have the ability to do this job. Senators have a duty to screen laws, so I decide to do this job.” Chaiyod Panyawai, 47, lawyer and second-term President of the Phuket Attorneys Association: “With my accomplishments and commitment, I would like to reform the law for the benefit of the country. “I have nearly 20 years’ experience in law and am now at the peak of my working experience. I am going to focus in reforming the law. “If I am elected, I believe I can do this according to what people want. I also used to help the election committee nominations.”

Songwut Hongyok, former Director of Phuket Municipality: “I have been a local politician six times in the past 25 years. I understand the problems and needs of local people. As the senator I can push for solutions of problems that cannot be solved at the local level. “If I am elected, I will screen the law, battle corruption and cheating and be clear in my duty.” Chaiyen Muangman, 65, former Dean of the Science Faculty at Phuket Rajabhat University: “I decided to run in this election because there are no senators from the academic sector in the current senate. I would like to help in education. If I get elected, I will take care of the righteous.” Manot Panchalat, 46, former Mayor of Cherng Talay: “I have local experience as former mayor and as a former member of the Phuket Provincial Council. “I believe Phuket is ready to be a special self-governing zone, which needs to be pushed – but the main power is at the centre [in Bangkok]. “I want to reform important laws for the benefit of the Phuket tourism.” Cherdchai Wongsaeree was a candidate in 2006 and again in 2008, but failed to get elected: “The reason I registered is that I have been a lawyer

for over 27 years. An important part of the duties of the Senate is to screen new laws. Senators also act as middleman, helping people and examining the work of government officials. “I want to bring my knowledge and abilities to serve Thailand. My slogan is ‘To be Thai, give back to your country.’” Cherdchoo Sae’aew: “I enjoy politics. I was President of the Sakoo Tambon Council from 1999 to 2003 and, until I registered for the Senate election, I was Deputy Mayor of Sakoo. “After following debate over the drafting of laws – especially the Amnesty Act which showed the injustice in our society – I want to use my knowledge and ability to help the society by screening laws.” Naeb Sinthong: “I think the country needs me to work [as a senator] because I have been a government officer for a long time and saw the problems of people who were taken advantage of. “It is time for me to go in and solve the problems. The important issue is standing by the people and having the decisiveness and courage to remove bad people [from positions of power]. “Voters should not elect senators who are looking for political power, but should vote for those who will benefit the country.” Suthicha Sirirat

City provides useful classes PHUKET CITY MUNICIPALity is organizing 32 activities for both Thai and foreign children – and in some cases adults – ranging from such quiet activities as typing, playing bridge or mental arithmetic to Chaiya boxing, a bare-knuckle version of Muay Thai. The activities will run from April 1 to 30 (weekdays only) at the Saphan Hin Sport Center. Anyone interested in sending their children to these activities can contact Phuket Municipality’s Youth Centre until March 21 between 8.30am and 4.30pm (Monday to Friday). Sports classes are swim-

ming, tennis, badminton, futsal, archery, table tennis, basic athletics, petanque and basketball. Languages are basic Chinese, Burmese, French, Russian, Japanese, English and Bahasa Melayu. Martial arts classes are karate, Thai boxing, taekwondo, krabi krabong (wooden sword play), Chaiya boxing, judo, kendo and pencak silat. Other activities more applicable to the quiet life are computing (6-9 years old), ballroom dancing and Thai traditional dancing, art, bridge (the card game), mental arithmetic, Thai chess, and typing

(in Thai). Applicants should check with municipal officials on which days and at what times classes take place. The price for most of the courses is B50 per person. Computer classes, however, will cost B200, basic Chinese B250 and swimming B400. “Both Thai and foreign children can join the program, but they must be six years of age or older, and all the teachers will be teaching in Thai language only,” a registration officer told The Phuket News. For more information contact Phuket Municipality’s Education Office at 076 250 163.

Man dies instantly in car smash A STAFF MEMBER FROM the Banyan Tree Gallery Phuket was killed in a car crash on Friday (March 7) at around 3am in Baan Manik, Sri Soonthorn district. Chaichanok Yangchuay, 32, was killed instantly when he crashed his Toyota Vios into a tree. Police believe he may have fallen asleep at the wheel. His body was taken to Thalang Hospital. Eakkapop Thongtub

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Landowner, expat at loss about illegal dumping on Rawai plot Anthika Muangrod reporter4@classactmedia.co.th

he illegal dumping of garbage in Rawai, first reported in The Phuket News just under a year ago, has gotten progressively worse, with one landowner saying he’s finding it impossible to stop people from dumping rubbish on his land. The landowner, who asked not to be named, told The Phuket News that he has been trying every way to stop people dumping garbage on his plot. He even closed off the garbage area with barbed wire. “I strung barbed wire around the garbage area to let people know that no one can dump anything here. But some people – I don’t know who – came and removed it, so people continue to dump garbage on my land. “I think the people [who snipped the wire] may have been vendors in the market because they need somewhere to park their cars. I really don’t know what to do now. “People have stopped

Andy Greenlay, above, has been picking up trash for years. But piles like the one pictured on the left are, he says, beyond him. dumping garbage in the daytime because I asked those who live in the area to call me if they saw the wrongdoers, so that I could call the police to arrest them. “But now people come and dump garbage here at night time, about 7pm or later.” He doesn’t want to go and check at night time, he says, in case he gets attacked. It’s not just the illegal dumpers who are making money. Some brazen local has also jumped on the bandwagon, the landowner explained. He asked around, and said

someone who lived nearby was collecting a fee to allow people to dump trash on his land. He has visited the man, but no one answers the door. “Every time when I catch someone dumping garbage on my land I ask them whether they would like it if someone dropped trash in front of their house. They all agreed they wouldn’t like it. “I tried burning the garbage but municipal officers came and said I was causing air pollution, so I really don’t know now what I can do.” Canadian expat Andy

Six-week drive offers free neutering of dogs and cats PHUKET CITY MUNICIPALITY IN cooperation with the Soi Dog Foundation and Vichit Municipality are to stage a oneand-a-half month drive to sterilise stray dogs and cats, free, to reduce the population of strays in and around Phuket Town. Beginning on March 31 and ending May 16, teams of vets will neuter animals brought to them and also give free vaccinations and medication for skin and tick problems. The veterinary team will offer its services from March 31 to April 18 at the Saphan Hin gymnasium, from Monday to

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Friday, during working hours. From April 21 to May 2, the team will be at the City Municipality meeting hall, and from then until May 16 they will be at the Sam Kong Society’s all-purpose building. People can make a call to have dogs or cats picked up from their homes and taken to the three centres. “Those who can’t go to these places to have their pets neutered or vaccinated can call us at 087 624 2331 or 091 034 4572 [to have animals collected]. For other information, call 076 211 570,” the Mayor said.

Greenlay, 72, who with 10 others has been picking up garbage in the area for the past 15 years, says that they are no longer making a dent in the trash problem – it’s outstripping their efforts. Mr Greenlay first complained to The Phuket News and said the focus of the problem is a patch of private land opposite the local market. The problem does not stem from the market, Mr Greenlay explained, because garbage trucks from Rawai Municipality pick up the rubbish from the market. But they don’t collect the

garbage piling up on the opposite side. This is private land, and the Municipality has responsibility for the collection of garbage only from public places. “I have been living here for more than 30 years,” Mr Greenlay told The Phuket News. “I was here when there were only three Canadians on Phuket and a dozen or so foreigners in Patong. It was all rice fields then. “Now we have more than a square kilometre filled with plastic bags and garbage. I have no control over this and the Or

Bor Tor [Municipality] doesn’t do anything about it. Their job is to keep the town clean, to look after Rawai. But they don’t seem to care. All they care about is getting elected.” Asked what action they could take about the problem, Surachet Jitmaet at the Rawai Municipality Public Health Department said that the municipality can only take care of garbage in public areas, not on private land. “We have no [legal] right to do anything on private land. In this case, I’m not sure if he is allowing people to dump garbage there or not. If not, when people come and dump garbage like that, he can sue them. “We take care of the garbage from the market because the vendors leave all the trash at the pick-up point, which is on public land, so, we can take care of it. “I would suggest the landowner does something serious about blocking off his land. He should make a proper fence that no one can remove. I’m sure then that the problem will stop,” he added.

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ast weekend’s revelation that there was a Phuket connection to the Malaysia Airlines plane that went missing on Saturday has highlighted the issues around renting motorbikes. Italian Luigi Maraldi left his passport as a guarantee for a motorbike rental last year, then returned to find his passport had been given to another customer by mistake. Further down the line, that same passport was used by a passenger on board flight MH370. The issue of Mr Maraldi’s passport being stolen in Phuket has attracted attention for all the wrong reasons. But one of the main issues is, why are passports used as guarantees for renting motorbikes? Although foreigners putting down their passports as guarantees for rentals is common practice in Phuket, it is frowned upon by embassies who say

the passports do not belong to the bearer; they belong to the government concerned, and should be used only for travel. In December 2011, American expat Anthony Thomas Granata was arrested in Phuket for loan-sharking. Granata collected the passports of around 500 Filipinos who had used their passports as guarantees for loans. The Philippines embassy was reluctant to issue new passports to the victims as they had already abused the rules of carrying passports. For their part, the rental companies say they need to keep passports in case a foreigner damages the bike. If they only have a copy of the foreigner’s passport, there’s not much they can do if there is an accident – the foreigner can easily flee the country and the rental company loses out. Motorbike renters should not rent from any company that requires a passport as

deposit. Motorbike and car rental shops should find other ways to protect their property, whether that is better insurance, credit card deposits, or simply charging more so they can cover losses if necessary. They need to protect themselves, but keeping passports is not the way to do it. The other major issue is that rental firms need to be extra sure they are giving back the passports to the right people, to avoid fraud and criminal acts. Up to Sunday, you’d think this would have been a nobrainer, but the issue of Mr Maraldi’s passport being given to someone else was a reality – and subsequently became international news. Tourists and expats alike need to take care when renting a bike, otherwise they may find themselves in the global spotlight like Mr Maraldi, when something further down the line goes horribly wrong.

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There is a motorbike dead strip on Patong Hill. After making Patong Hill safer, by creating a wider motorbike lane, the government did not remove the old ground markings, instead painting over them in black paint. Now it is a deadly slippery line in the centre of the motorbike lane. Wolfgang Samero

[Re. Phuket: Police target ‘passport ring’ in vanished flight probe] Nobody wants to deposit the full value of a vehicle, so without a passport as security, the rental shop doesn’t have a chance of getting compensation if the vehicle, and the person who rented it, disappears. The rental shop can’t prevent foreigners leaving the country, in the case that don’t return the vehicle. Finding the person overseas and suing him or her in court there is not a realistic solution. Nils Niku Krog

[Re. Phuket man discovers body of dead woman inside a drainpipe] Phuket is full of mass murders and has the highest crime rate in Thailand, the worst place ever! Peter

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[Re. Phuket Opinion: Mob rule – again] Protest if they want, but blocking roads for tourists only hurts their own business in the end. Imagine someone trying to get to the airport for a multiflight trip home? That person will become an advocate for anti-tourism in this location. Cheesy They see it as a battle for their livelihoods and their right to monopoly. Well, it certainly is a monopoly. They are trying to protect their extortionist prices by attacking any operator who may do a better deal. PJs

Well, all I can say is, 1) legally they can not hold someone’s passport, which means if they do, then they are breaking the law; 2) I have hired cars in Khon Kaen, and all they do is take a credit card deposit. The rental firm can in fact stop foreigners leaving by approaching the police, who can then contact immigration. And if the rental firm does not have theft insurance then they can only blame themselves. Laurie Howells

No mention of mass murder in the story. In fact, in the 11 years I have lived here, there has never been a mass murder. Mass murders seem to happen most frequently in the United States, not Thailand. Matt

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[Re. Two passengers on Malaysia plane had stolen passports taken in Thailand] Hmmm. How difficult can it be to check if the two absent ‘passengers’ had checked in luggage? If they had, then this tragedy points firmly towards terrorism. But apart from that, the two missing passports must have been cancelled, so how in this day and age can anyone have used them? Malaysia Airways

have some serious questions to answer. geoffphuket Typical media, throwing the word ‘terrorism’. If there is no proof, there is no need whatsoever for frightening people. Dave Williams

Credit due [Re. Honest Phuket man hands in wallet containing B7k cash] I’ve been a neighbour of Pradit Samothong for four years. He is a remarkable man and owns a wonderful restaurant with his wife. Jim

Meter mess [Re. ‘Spies’ to check Phuket airport taxi drivers are using meters] The so called meter taxi we took from the airport last time didn’t even have a meter – it was all pre-paid set fares that were only B100 cheaper than travelling in a new Camry limo. Rip-off artists. The Bear

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Ukrainian arrested for bike ransom Police on Koh Samui have arrested a cash-strapped Ukrainian man for stealing a rented motorcycle from a Russian national and demanding a ransom for the stolen bike. Police were acting on a complaint filed by Vadim Chivikok, 27, who said his rented bike had gone missing from his house on Samui Island’s popular Chaweng Beach. After reporting the theft to the police, Mr Chivikof received a phone call from Roman Koval, 37, who told him he had the missing bike and wanted a B15,000 ransom for it.

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Teenager admits murdering family A 19-year-old boy who previously told police that his brother shot dead his parents and then committed suicide has admitted that he killed his entire family because he was angry about being continuously scolded by his mother. The killings took place in Pathum Thani early Sunday.

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UDD to rally in Ayutthaya Mar 15 The United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship will hold a major rally at Ayutthaya sports stadium on Saturday, March 15, UDD chairwoman Tida Thawornseth announced on Tuesday. Ms Tida said UDD supporters from across the country would travel to the rally site to show their support for democratic elections and the elected government. The UDD refuses to accept a prime minister installed by any means other than an election, she said.

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Land of missed opportunity Chaiyot Yongcharoenchai

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never felt at home in Thailand. I always stood out i n the crowd,” says Brian, a Thai national who prefers to use a pseudonym. “I was outspoken, determined and confident. From my experience, those personality traits are not acceptable here. I always told myself that I would take the first chance to leave.” As soon as he got his bachelor’s degree from one of the country’s top universities, Brian decided to do exactly that. At the top of his list of destinations was the US. “When the chance to leave Thailand came along, I didn’t give it a second thought. Why would I?’’ Brian recalled. ‘’People were saying I was brave to leave when I knew no one in the US and I couldn’t speak much English. The reality is that I wasn’t brave. I was scared, but I couldn’t spend a minute more in this country. “I was desperate enough to leave my family, my friends and everything I knew behind. I was ready to face any circumstances thrown my

For many immigrants, the American dream becomes a nightmare. Photo: badlyricpolice way. Little did I know, one of them would forever change my world.” Brian is one of a huge number of Thais known colloquially as “Robin Hoods” – those who work overseas, often illegally, to support their families back home. The lion’s share of these emigrants heads to the US, where many believe they

will have the best chance of financial success. Thai emigration to the US was almost non-existent before the 1960s, when the US abolished its national origins quota system that had been the basis of its immigration policy, and Thailand’s close Cold War ties with the US introduced American culture to the country for the first time.

The US has since become the most popular destination for Thai emigrants. According to the US-based Migration Policy Institute, there were 239,942 Thai-born people living in the US as of 2011, up from 169,801 in 2000. In the past decade, more than 50,000 Thais have received full US citizenship. Brian lived his dream for

several years, though admits to being wracked early on by loneliness. “I saw people having dinner, going to movies and party after party with friends or loved ones. Yet, I was alone. I had no friends. I had no one I could go hang out with. It was a bittersweet life,” he said. But he soon began to realise that the city not only gave him financial opportunities, it also allowed him to be himself – something Thailand could never offer him. “I could speak my mind. I could be gay. Thai society would tolerate homosexuality but Thais would never accept it. In New York City, you could be gay and it was OK. No one could deny you a job or anything based on your sexuality because it would be illegal.” Brian was recently deported back to Thailand, but said he was ready to begin his life back in his home town. “To me, the American dream is your dream. There is no definition to it. Anything can happen if you give it a try, if you never give up, if you can rise to your feet regardless of how many times you fall.” Bangkok Post

TAT kicks off ‘Thailand Extreme Makeover’ reality competition THE TOURISM AUTHORITY OF Thailand (TAT) has kicked off a new digital marketing campaign, “Thailand Extreme Makeover” to promote the kingdom as a centre for medical and plastic surgery tourism. Tourists from all over the world are invited to join a “reality-type” contest in which the selected contestants undergo makeovers, including various cosmetic surgery procedures. There is a US$5,000 (B150,000) cash prize up for grabs, as well as chances to win luxury trips to Thai tourist destinations. Thawatchai Arunyik, Governor Do you look like this? Then the new of TAT said, “The Thailand Extreme TAT makeover competition could be Makeover campaign is a reality for you. Painting: Quentin Matsys competition that will not only create

awareness about Thailand as a destination for medical tourism and the excellence of our medical facilities, but also promote the kingdom as a travel destination with something for everyone. “Thailand already has a great reputation for its excellence in medical care and people come here for operations of all kinds. “The expertise of our doctors and wide range of procedures we can offer are turning Thailand into the ‘medical hub’ of Asia.” The Thailand Extreme Makeover digital marketing campaign will give anyone who likes the idea of completely changing their appearance the chance to do so at the hands of

skilled Thailand-based surgeons. Anyone interested in joining the campaign is invited to send photos showing their face from all angles – straight on; at the left and right profile; from the back and from above. Candidates also need to include their personal health profile and reasons for wanting a makeover. The judging panel, comprising medical experts and plastic surgeons, will then select three candidates who will be invited to Thailand for their life-and-face-changing trip. For more information about the “Thailand Extreme Makeover” or to download application forms, visit thailandextrememakeover.com

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One suspect on missing jet is Iranian, no terror link: Malaysia Malaysian police said Tuesday they had identified one of two men who boarded a missing Malaysian jet with fake passports as a 19-year-old Iranian believed to be seeking to emigrate to Germany. “We believe he is not likely to be a member of any terror group,” said Malaysia’s national police chief Khalid Abu Bakar.

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Japan marks 3rd anniversary of quake-tsunami Japan observed a moment of silence Tuesday to mark the third anniversary of the quake-tsunami disaster which swept away thousands of victims, destroyed coastal communities, and sparked the nuclear emergency that forced a re-think on atomic power. Survivors bowed deeply at remembrance ceremonies in Tokyo, where Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko led tributes to those who died.

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Asian explorers reach for the skies Jerome Taylor

angling his feet off the edge of a skyscraper more than fifty storeys above the streets of Hong Kong, Jonathan Tsang looks as relaxed as if he was kicking back in his own living room. For most people the view below would be a dizzying, terrifying spectacle. But for 25-year-old Tsang, it brings a sense of calm. “The population is really dense and sometimes it’s just kind of suffocating to the point where you need some time to yourself,” he said. “That’s mostly why I come up here.” Tsang, who asked AFP to use a pseudonym, is one of a growing number of so-called “urban explorers”, a subculture of adrenaline junkies, photographers and history enthusiasts who treat the world’s forgotten – and often forbidden – places as their own personal playgrounds. The pursuit has long been popular in North America and Europe, and now Asia is becoming an increasingly sought after destination for an intrepid new generation

Dangling his feet off the edge of a skyscraper more than fifty storeys above the streets of Hong Kong, Jonathan Tsang looks completely relaxed. Photo: AFP/Jerome Taylor of “urbexer”. In February two Russian daredevils scaled China’s tallest building with their bare hands. Vadim Makhorov and Vitaliy Raskalov took advantage of lax security over the Chinese New Year holiday to sneak into the under-construction Shanghai Tower, releasing a hair-raising video of their stunt that went viral. Hong Kong, a city with more skyscrapers than anywhere else in the world, is a

particularly attractive destination for both local and international “rooftoppers”, a daring subset of adventurers with a head for heights willing to risk arrest, injury and even death as they scale some of the world’s tallest buildings. Getting to the top of many Hong Kong residential buildings, said Tsang, is often as easy as bluffing your way past the concierge and taking a lift to the top floor. But some of the tallest luxury complexes, hotels and office towers pres-

ent a much greater challenge. “You try and do as much research as you can. If other explorers have been there then you can get advice about how to get in – like whether there is a hole in a fence somewhere,” he said. Many attempts end in failure. “The success rate on rooftops is probably 20-30 per cent,” he said. “And at times it can be discouraging. You might walk up 30-40 stories and then you discover you

can’t get past the final door. But when you do finally get to the top, wow, it’s hard to describe. It’s just beautiful.” Accessing the roof of the skyscraper – a luxury hotel in the city’s bustling Kowloon district – was alarmingly easy. Tsang and an urbexing friend who uses her exploring name “Airin T” simply walked through a mall, into the hotel and took an elevator most of the way up. To avoid any guards or staff near the more exclusive penthouse suites, the last few storeys were made on foot via a staircase and through an unlocked door that led to the roof. But any misconception that rooftopping is a safe hobby was soon dispelled as Tsang and his friend climbed a large illuminated dome at the top of the building. The ladder up to the dome hung over the edge of the skyscraper whilst the pathway at the top was little more than a foot wide. A slip on either would mean certain death. “I do have a fea r of heights,” said Tsang, visibly elated from his climb. “It sounds kind of cliched but it’s about facing your fears. And it really does help.” AFP

As Syria war enters fourth year, regime eyes victory AS SYRIA’S CONFLICT enters its fourth year, ravaging the country and creating a massive humanitarian crisis, President Bashar al-Assad’s regime is on the offensive to regain territory from a divided opposition. Diplomatic efforts by Russia and the United States are all but on hold with the two powers now divided over the crisis in Ukraine, while the fighting continues on the ground in Syria. “Without Western intervention, the war will continue for many years more and such an intervention is very unlikely while (US President Barack) Obama is in the White House,” said Thomas Pierret, a Syria specialist at the University of Edinburgh. “Things could change after 2016,” after elections to choose Obama’s successor, he said. For now, neither side seems to have the means to win decisively a conflict that has cost more than 140,000 lives and displaced nearly half Syria’s population, many of them now refugees. The conflict began in March

A member of the Free Syria Army. Photo: FreedomHouse 2011, with peaceful anti-government protests that were brutally repressed. The opposition took up arms and the insurrection developed into a full-blown war by February 2012 with the regime’s bombardment of central Homs. After watching its territory shrink, the regime launched a counter-offensive in the spring of 2013, shored up by Lebanon’s Shiite Hezbollah and Iraqi Shiite fighters trained by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. It was bolstered by having avoided threatened Western military action in the wake of a

deadly chemical weapons attack in August 2013 that activists blamed on the government. And its strategy now has become to protect “useful Syria”: the coast, the major towns of the north and south and key roads. The opposition now controls more territory than the regime, but the regime controls the more densely populated regions of the country. It is advancing on three fronts, south of the capital Damascus, in the strategic Qalamun region near the Lebanese border, and in the city of Aleppo in the country’s north. AFP thephuketnews

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IN BRIEF AUSTRALIA

Cameraman recounts death of ‘Crocodile Hunter’ The cameraman who witnessed the death of Australian “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin on Monday revealed a stingray stabbed at him “hundreds of times” and his final words were “I’m dying.” The television personality and conservationist, who became world-famous for his daring stunts with dangerous animals, died aged 44 in 2006 while filming a documentary on the Great Barrier Reef in far north Queensland.

BELGIUM

Populists to make inroads in May’s EU elections Far-right and populist candidates are expected to make significant inroads in May European Parliament elections, but traditional parties are holding their ground despite debt crisis fatigue. While the strong antiEurope rhetoric of many candidates may attract headlines, polls suggest there is steady underlying support for the EU among the bloc’s more than 400 million voters.

MEXICO

Mexico confirms killing of ‘dead’ drug capo A Mexican drug lord said to have been killed more than three years ago was shot dead in a clash with authorities Sunday, officials said. A man who died in a shootout in western Michoacan state “has been identified as Nazario Moreno,” also known as “El Chayo,” a government official said.

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Voters give lukewarm support for peace process Columbian voters showed lukewarm support for peace talks with guerrillas Sunday by giving the country’s president a majority in Congress, but also electing his conservative rival, ex-president Alvaro Uribe, to the senate. President Juan Manuel Santos, who took office in 2010 after serving as the popular Uribe’s defense minister, is engaged in talks with Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebels aimed at ending their half-century insurgency. @thephuketnews

Scenes like this may soon be a thing of the past. Photo: Rev Stan

NYC to drive out horse carriages Brigitte Dusseau

any US cities have quintessential sights and sounds: San Francisco’s clanging cable cars, New Orleans and its raucous Mardi Gras, and Washington’s political mudslinging. New York has an abundance of them too, and the new mayor has ignited a firestorm by announcing plans to nix one that is a century old – the horse-drawn carriages in Central Park – calling them inhumane. In their place, if he gets his way, get ready to kick back in electric cars. “We are going to get rid of the horse carriages. Period,” Democratic Mayor Bill de Blasio said

in December, one month after being elected. “We are going to quickly and aggressively move to make horse carriages no longer a part of the landscape in New York City. They are not humane. They are not appropriate to the year 2014. It’s over.” This month he hammered away further, calling his idea non-negotiable. He did however promise to discuss things with the people who make a living from this very Big Apple tourist attraction, which involves 220 horses, 170 drivers and 68 carriages. NYClass is one of the groups pressing to get rid of the carriages. “New York is one of the most congested cities in the entire world. These horses are working in midtown traffic with their noses against

the tail pipes,” said the group’s Chelsie Schadt. “Horses don’t belong in traffic,” she added. The group donated US$1.3 million (B42 million) to the campaigns of de Blasio and other mayoral candidates opposed to this attraction – which has been immortalised in romantic fashion in many movies. “It is absolutely about defending animals,” said Schadt, adding that the carriages had been involved in around 20 accidents in recent years. “Horses are not like people. They need daily turning out, time every day to behave like a horse, pasture-grazing and socialising with other horses,” she added. “They go from the confines of their stalls to the streets of New York City, back to their stalls.” AFP

Sevastopol, scene of Russian glories, eager to ‘go home’ Michel Moutot

THE UKRAINIAN FLAG HAS never really been embraced in Sevastopol and its famed port, home to Russia’s Black Sea fleet since the time of the tsars. And as Moscow cements its control over Crimea, residents here say they are looking forward to the day when the Russian flag, already omnipresent, will fly as the official standard. In this city of 350,000 – where the squares and streets carry the names of heroes of the Crimean War or the Soviet Union – Ukraine’s independence in 1991 was traumatic. So when the pro-Kremlin regime of Viktor Yanukovych was overthrown last month, tens of thousands rushed to the streets, rallying in the central square and proclaiming a pro-Moscow busi-

Ships docked in Sevastopol’s port. Photo: CruisePortAtlas.com nessman, Alexei Chaly, as the city’s new mayor. “The citizens of Sevastopol decided to cut all ties with the thugs, criminals and Nazis who seized power in Kiev,” Ivan Komelov, an advisor to Chaly, told AFP. “No one doubts the result” of the March 16 referendum in Crimea on becoming part of Russia, he said. “During 23 years of indepen-

dence, Ukraine has done nothing for us. Kiev took our money and that’s it. When the people of Sevastopol have had their say we hope that Mother Russia will answer our call and take us into her bosom.” Chaly, who made his fortune in the electronics industry, is known in Sevastopol for having financed the reconstruction of monuments to the memory of Russian heros. AFP

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expressions are more than common. This is what you are most likely to see if you are a new partner. The attitude changes completely when your partners come to know you better, but at the beginning you will have to deal with a suspicious person who is not ready to compromise; some Russians view compromise as a sign of weakness. And don’t be surprised when your partners are late to business appointments: Vladimir Putin never comes to meetings on time and many hard-line Russians don’t either.

Russians never hesitate to be unpleasant toward clients or partners, with ‘No’ being a typical first answer to any question or proposal. Still, this ‘No’ doesn’t necessarily mean the bargaining is over, nor do such behaviours as shouting or even slamming doors; Russians can quickly lose their temper during a conversation but then cool down just as quickly. With Russians, reason beats the emotions, so you can probably get a second, third or even fourth chance. Just be persistent. The reverse of this coin is that a Russian “Yes” is also not necessarily final. Even though you think the signing of a contract means everything is agreed, Russians often don’t, and will want to make further changes. All the peculiarities of the Russian character mentioned above can get really annoying. So the best piece of advice is: always keep a cool head. After all, you are planning to do business with your Russian partner with the aim of making a profit. You’re not going to marry them.

Time to meet the big boss Anton Makrov Understanding the Russians

ver the past 150 years, Russia has changed almost completely at least three times. But some basic things never change and one of the eternal questions is whether Russia is part of the Western or the Eastern world. Western culture, cuisine and way of life are quite popular among Russians, but any European who has done business with Russians will tell you that when it comes to business, Russian behavior has nothing to do with the West, especially when you meet a Russian “boss”. Here are several observations that may help Thais and Westerners do deals with their partners from ex-Soviet republics. Remember, you’re doing it for profit: Business is stressful and your Russian partner will likely give you trouble. Everyday rudeness, bad English, lack of punctuality… these are all very likely. You have to accept the fact that as

For Russians, the signing of a contract doesn’t necessarily mean the negotiations are over. a business person (not a psychologist), you can’t change the Russian character. Come to terms with the fact that not all Russians are charming, but that doesn’t mean you can’t turn a profit working with them. They may not smile but they can count money. Bring facts and figures: Some Russians may lack man-

ners, but not reason. Technical education used to be the most popular in Soviet days and still Russians trust numbers more than words. Don’t hesitate to fill your business proposal with numbers – formal logics is key. During meetings technical issues are often discussed completely, directly and in minute detail.

One of the reasons is that sometimes Russians just do not fully understand Western business practices and need explanations for what may seem to you to be points behind your proposals and demands. Don’t wait for respect: Some Phuket residents suggest that Russian business people resemble Chinese. These two nations have several features in common, the behavior of a boss being at the top of the list. Russian bosses are really bossy: loud voice, a frown and constantly dissatisfied facial

Make a connection: Bureaucracy and corruption are still huge problems in Russia and Russian business people learn to survive in this environment from the very beginning of their careers. In this sense, Russia is quite Asian. It is extremely difficult to do business in Russia unless you have right ‘connections’ and ‘influential friends’ and that is what Russians normally expect while doing business abroad. So if you are dealing with a Russian “big boss” – or someone who thinks of himself that way – he will expect a gift that shows respect. This may smooth the road to your deal, though it’s not guaranteed. Be persistent: Unlike Thais,

Anton Makrov is Managing Editor of The Phuket News’ sister Russian-language newspaper Novosti Phuketa. This is part 2 of an ongoing series about doing business with Russians. news@novostiphuketa.com

DAD takes on agency for Japanese coachbuilder DAD YONTRAKIT, WHOSE showroom is near the Mission Hospital in Phuket Town, has celebrated the acquisition of a new car agency. DAD – which has an eclectic mixture of automotive agencies dealing everything from Deva trucks from China, through Skoda cars to the Spyker supercar, and is also an agent for MTM, the German race-tuning experts for BMW – is now agent in Phuket for Mitsuoka of Japan. Mitsuoka specialises in turning out cars based on conventional platforms from Mazda and Nissan, but with unique bodies that aim to capture the lines of classic European cars. On show yesterday at the DAD showroom were three of Mitsuoka’s current seven models: the Viewt, the Galue IV and the Himiko. Flying down for the event, and also to attend the upcoming Phuket Automobile Expo

The Mitsuoka Himiko is one of three models that will be sold through DAD Yontrakit in Phuket Town. in Central Festival, was Mitsuoka Thailands President, Katsuhiko Yasuoka, and the company’s Sales and Marketing Director, Pattanasiri Dechakul. The Viewt evokes the lines of 1960s Jaguars (though rather shorter) and has engine and suspension from the Nissan March. The Galue, which features a Rolls-Royce-like radiator, is based on the Nissan Teana,

while the Mazda Miata engine and drive train underlie the Himiko, which is shaped like a classic Morgan. The Viewt is priced from B1.69 million up, the Galue from B2.48 million and the Himiko from B3.75 million. All three models will be on display at the current 18th Andaman Motor Show ate Central Festival Phuket, which runs until next Wednesday (March 19). thephuketnews

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Benjamin Perera.

Dusit names F&B director DUSIT THANI LAGUNA Phuket has announced the appointment of A L Claude Benjamin Perera as Executive Assistant Manager for F&B, with effect from March 1. Mr Perera was previously Director of Food & Beverage at the Hyatt Regency in Hua Hin. A Malaysian national, he has more than 25 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and has worked with Hyatt Hotels in the role of Director of F&B in such places as Indonesia, Singapore, Russia and Thailand. In his new role, Mr Perera will oversee the functioning of the resort’s six dining outlets – the Italian restaurant La Trattoria; Ruen Thai which serves Royal Thai cuisine; the beachfront Casuarina Beach Restaurant and Pub, the all-day dining venue Laguna Café; the Poolside Café and the Horizon Lounge. “We are delighted to welcome Mr Perera to the Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket family,” said Denis Thouvard, General Manager of the resort, himself appointed only recently after moving from the Centara Grand in Karon.

Developer Sunchai Neungsit (left) receives congratulations from marcom company Best Al Fresco MD Torsak Jaichuen.

Baan Tak r Kard shifts focus into sales drive

ith construction of Phase 1 of Baan Tak r Kard now complete, developer Sunchai Neungsit says he has now begun a marketing drive to sell the 59 two-storey units. Already a handful of families representing a variety of nationalities have put down their money, with the first buyers, musician Rob Cooke and his family, already in residence in the development to the west of Thalang town. Phase I of the Baan Tak r Kard neighbourhood was completed in January, comprising 24 two-storey homes with east- and west-facing balconies, each with a garden space and driveway giving onto extrawide connecting. Mr Sunchai is proud of the result. “Baan Tak r Kard was a collaborative project by local architects and designers with experience in European and American building design, which has been adapted to be

economical and environmentally sustainable in Phuket’s tropical climate,” he explained. “We wanted to ensure buyers get a home that lasts a long time and is an affordable investment in the long term, so the completed houses feature high-quality finishings such as durable Kholer bathroom fittings and sturdy soundproof glazing by Fletcher Aluminium which, along with the asphalt roof shingles, provides longlasting weather protection and excellent noise reduction,” he said. The two-bedroom Emotion One units have 108 square meters of internal space plus an 18.4sqm driveway and a 12sqm garden, while the threebedroom Emotion Two homes have 125sqm of living space, a 23.6sqm driveway and 14sqm garden. Prices for the units start at B3.08 million. For information visit baan-tak-r-kard.com or call 088 766 1962-3.

Bangkok is 61st most expensive city BANGKOK IS RANKED as 61st most pricey city in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s latest Worldwide Cost of Living survey. At the top of the list of 131 global cities surveyed in the

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half-yearly report is Singapore, replacing Tokyo. The cheapest on the 131-city list on the survey is Mumbai, India. Bangkok is more expensive than its neighbouring capital, Kuala Lumpur, which comes

in 90th place in the survey. The EIU attributed currency appreciation, solid price inflation and the high cost of living – in particular car prices – for Singapore’s dubious new distinction.

Source: Provincial Land Transport Department

Phuket bucks downward trend in saloon car sales

NATIONAL CAR SALES HIT A 25-MONTH low in January, as political impasse and late payments under the rice-pledging scheme weakened buyers’ spending, the Bangkok Post reports. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) forecast that domestic sales will fall to 65,000 units a month from 100,000 last year. January sales plunged 45.5 per cent yearon-year and 39.9 per cent month-on-month to 68,508 vehicles. Phuket appears to be an exception, with

local stats showing registration of new saloon car sales more than doubling in January compared with December last year. At the end of December last year there were 410,666 Phuket-registered vehicles of all types, from motorbikes and tractors through to supercars. Although the number of new registrations of cars has faded since the end of the government’s No-tax First Car initiative, the number of vehicles continues to rise steadily.

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THE BIG LIST Foodie inventions Only people with a rare sense of humour, and an empty belly, could think up some of this stuff.

Smart toast: In 2008, South Korean university student Sung Bae Chung designed what would be the world’s f irst Scan Toaster – a concept piece that prints any design onto your toast via USB attachment to your computer. The device can also print news articles on your bread, so you can read and eat at the same time. The idea has gained steam as Dutch designer Scott van Haastretcht took it one step further by adding Wi-Fi capabilities to his Image Toaster, which is built out of wood. Automat: In the early 20th century in New York City, the Automat was all the rage. People gathered in cafeterias to buy pre-made fresh sandwiches and hot meals, even desserts and coffee. Diners simply dropped a coin in the slot, pushed a button, and within moments opened a small compartment to pull out a steaming hot meal. The Automats were in libraries and retail shops, feeding as many as 750,000 people a day. Though the last one closed in 1991, the machines are said to be making a comeback. Auto-pizza: With over 200 toppings for only US$6 (B195), the Let’s Pizza vending machine is one of the most versatile automatic food makers out there. The machine, which has been in Europe since 2009, creates a 26.6 cm pizza without the use of human hands. Let’s Pizza kneads and rolls its own dough made of a special flour and water mixture. It bakes a pie in under three minutes, and accepts cash or credit card. Let’s Pizza can even create kosher and halal pizzas, as well as use organic tomato sauce. Sweet tooth: A whimsical idea from marketers in Thailand, in 2009 Colgate and an ice cream vendor in Bangkok teamed-up to remind kids of the importance of brushing their teeth. The schtick? Put a toothbrush-shaped stick inside an ice cream bar with a message that reads “Don’t forget” next to the Colgate logo. The publicity stunt worked and increased dental care sales in parts of the country where the promotion ran. It also increased ice cream sales, thereby creating more need for Colgate products. Win-win. Self cooling can: Using a complex system that works with evaporation, the I.C. Can – or Instant Cool Can – does exactly what the name implies. Though it is the size of a 500 ml can, it only holds 300 ml of liquid and contains two compartments. The base of the can is activated with a turn and, as you open the can, the vacuum-power and evaporator inside lowers the temperature of its contents by a minimum of 16.7 degrees celsius in just three minutes. The item was created in 2004 and hit shelves the following year.

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Thrifty pooch helps couple save money A

couple who ow n a grocery store in Ayutthaya say they have a stable financial situation today because of their pet dog’s habit of helping them “collect money” over the past three years. Kai Jeaw, a three-yearold male dog, likes to help his owners save money by carrying banknotes in his mouth and placing them in a money box near the sofa in the couple’s home. Pramote Kongsaema and his wife Sudarat Srikachin, both aged 51, said they could now comfor tably handle household expenses thanks to their pet’s peculiar habit. Mrs Sudarat said when Kai Jeaw (which means omelette in Thai) was little, he found a B100 banknote someone had dropped in front of the shop.

Kai Jeaw takes the money. Photo: Sunthon Pongpao The dog took it to her and she gave him a compliment. Later, some other people

dropped a B20 note and a B50 note and Kai Jeaw took them to her again.

Encouraged by the dog, she and her husband thought it was a good opportunity to collect the family’s money through Kai Jeaw. Since then, the couple hand some of the money – usually between B300 and B400 – from sales to the dog every day. Mrs Sudarat said Kai Jeaw recently began to snatch notes from customers’ hands while they were paying her. She estimated Kai Jeaw has been able to save more than B500 a day over the past few months. T he money collected by Kai Jeaw had been kept separate and never used for household expenses until recently, Mrs Sudarat said. The couple estimate the dog has carried more than B200,000 for them over the past three years. Bangkok Post

Man can rest after doctors find whistle in his lung

Family in hospital after LSD ingested at dinner A FAMILY OF FOUR, INCLUDING A nine-month pregnant mother, became seriously ill after eating meat tainted with the hallucinogenic drug LSD last week in Florida. Doctors in the area induced labour as the woman gave birth to a healthy boy, though questions remain how the

meat became exposed to the drug in the first place. The family were released from the hospital in good condition, reports said, as police investigate how the bottom-round steak, purchased at a local Wal-Mart in Tampa, Florida, was contaminated.

DOCTORS IN CHINA WERE finally able to remove a whistle from the body of a man who originally swallowed the product 15 years ago. The breathing problems that plagued 23-year-old Liu Yougang were finally solved when doctors found the whistle wrapped in granulation tissue in his right lower lobe bronchus. Before the successful surgery, Liu said he would make whistle sounds in his sleep. “The whistle had been embedded in my body for many years and had been broken down gradually,” the man told reporters after the operation.

Bacon app makes dreams come true NOW YOU CAN SMELL breakfast in bed even if you can’t eat it. The Wake Up & Smell the Bacon app, developed by US food company Oscar Mayer, produces sounds of bacon sizzling in a pan while emit ting a pork aroma.

In order to get the smell, however, users will need to buy an external device that plugs into the headphone jack. The company is giving away 4,700 of the devices online but it is not available in stores. The app is only available for iOS currently. thephuketnews

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Sekson “Tam” Srichoo, owner of the Tam Leather Shop and Bar at the Naka Weekend Market, has been using this Chevrolet truck for 20 years. Bought in Nakhon Ratchasima, it was used by the American army during the Vietnam War.

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These images symbolise a household or family, and can include elders, couples, housemaids, as well as gold and silver jars... Every image has to have a pair, as spirits don’t like to be alone

Guardian spirit shrines serve as a home for spirits believed to occupy the land. The custom, observed in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, has its roots in ancient Brahmanism. Top right photo: VasenkaPhotography

ave you ever wondered about those miniature houses pedestalled in front of homes and buildings throughout Thailand? This elegant yard ornament is no child’s doll house – it’s a guardian spirit shrine, or Saan Phra Phoom in Thai. Also common in neighboring countries Laos and Cambodia – a custom rooted in ancient Brahmanism (Hinduism) – these shrines serve to house guardian spirits believed to occupy the land. To shed some light on the beliefs and customs behind the practice, The Phuket News spoke with a local shrine expert, Sanan Srinualkaew, 64, who has been studying the subject for more than two and a half decades, since 1988. “While I was ordained as a monk, I heard a voice whispering to me that he wanted to stay with me,” he recalls. “But I did not think much of it at the time. I did not believe in spirits, so I just thought that I must have vaguely heard something in my head.” Sanan explained that he had ordained as a monk after an incident during his time as a skipper on a fishing boat. “Out at sea, the boat started to sink, so I prayed and promised myself that if the boat didn’t sink, that I would become a monk for a while. In the end, we were able to save the boat, so I lived up to my promise and became a monk.” Ordained, Sanan soon became restless and started practicing deep meditation, taking up an interest in guardian spirit shrines. “The [worshipping of] guardian spirit shrines has its roots in Brahmanism, though no one or nothing forces people to believe – it’s a personal choice,” he said. It is believed that by building a house, the spirits will be appeased with the offering and not cause any problems for the home or landowner. So how does one go about housing their land’s spirits? Firstly, prior to procuring or placing a shrine, one must consult with a versed shrine expert, like Sanan, to choose the most appropriate site. “One should never place the shrine so

that the front is facing toward the west or northwest – the same principle applies when building a house,” Sanan explains, going on to identify two common types of shrines for people’s homes. “One is called Saan Por Tah, or Saan Tah Ya-ai. Some people call it Saan Kae Sadeu [which denotes that] the shrine is set at about the same height of [an adult’s] navel.” The Phuket News notes that the Thai word for navel is sa-deu. “The other type of shrine is known as Saan Phra Phoom, or Saan Phra Chai Mong Kol. Some call this type of shrine San Peang Tah,” Sanan notes, pointing out the reference again to the shrine’s height – this one at eye level; tah in Thai means eyes. A San Por Tah normally has four to six posts, while the San Phra Phoom commonly has only one post, he explained. Some homeowners will erect both – the ‘navel’ and ‘eye’ – types of shrines for their

house. Aside from providing a home for land and house spirits, the shrines are also built for tree spirits made homeless when their tree was cut down. Sanan stresses that it is up to the (living) land or house owner which spirit to invite to live in the shrine. Once the shrine is placed, each spirit invited to live there is assigned a symbolic figurine or idol, which is placed inside the shrine. Sanan points out that deities that occupy a San Phra Phoom, or San Phra Chai Mong Kol are believed to be more powerful than those occupying the San Por Tah, which are thought to be plain spirits occupying the general area. The components inside both types of shrines are similar with images of male and female folk dancers, as well as elephants and horses. Mr Sanan explained: “These [images] symbolise a household or family, and can include elders, couples, housemaids, as well as gold and silver jars. The elephant and horse represent transport vehicles. In the past, people did not have cars.” Sanan offered one final guideline: “Every image has to have a pair, as spirits don’t like to be alone.” Beyond custom and belief, the shrines make for a good living for others. Mr Sompob Maitrijit, owner of Jitnarin Store, which designs, builds and sells guardian spirit shrines, told The Phuket News that his sales volume is always up in even-numbered months, as Thais believe that even numbers represent good luck. “I can sell about 30 shrines during an even month,” he said, noting that the three most popular shrine house colours are gold, white, and red. “I learned [this trade] from my older brother, who was in this business before me. The shrines cost anywhere from B1,800 to B95,000 each, not including the figurines – it depends on the size and design.” Peculiarly, Mr Sompob, who’s been in the business for 18 years now, admitted that he doesn’t have a shrine at his own house. “We don’t have anywhere to place it,” he said. thephuketnews

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Luck of the Irish Steven Layne editor3@classactmedia.co.th

We have a saying ‘Céad míle fáilte’, which roughly translates to ‘a hundred thousand welcomes’. This sums up Irish hospitality, and is one of the reasons why you can find an Irish pub in nearly every corner of the globe, many of them not even Irishowned: Everyone knows that you’ll get only good vibes in Irish quarters

Kiss me, I’m Irish

Last year (Jan-Dec 2013), Thai immigration recorded a total of 62,924 Irish arrivals to the Kingdom, up 4.34 per cent from 2012. In January this year, there were 6,592 Irish arrivals to Thailand, a 18.65 per cent jump year-on-year, making Ireland the third largest year-on-year growth market from Europe for the month, behind Russia and Spain (27.5 and 22.8 per cent year-on-year growth, respectively).

Clockwise from top: Four leaf clover by Umberto Salvagnin; Irish countryside by divemasterking2000; Phuket’s Irish Honorary Consul, Hélène Fallon-Wood; the Irish Times’ Thomas Corley. @thephuketnews

ake sure there’s plenty of green in your wardrobe this coming week – not only for good luck for Phuket FC on Sunday (see page 27 for details), but especially for celebrating Ireland’s national day on Monday. That’s right, March 17 is Saint Patrick’s Day – time for the giddy and golly to get in green and hit the streets and pubs of every major city across the planet to usher in the planet’s largest, most joyous celebration (barring only the World Cup this summer in Brazil). From San Francisco to Sydney, Boston to Beijing, Paris to Phuket – and of course, throughout every town across the lush isle that is Ireland – St Paddy’s party is on, but you certainly don’t have to be Irish to enjoy the world-famous festivities. “If there’s anything Irish are known for, it’s our fun, humorous and hospitable nature,” remarked Class Act Media’s own Irish insider, Dave O’Connor, co-host of Live 89.5’s Breakfast show. Aside from a proper Sunday roast dinner and “politically incorrect” sense of humour, it is the warmth, unity and kindness perpetuated among family and friends that Dave misses the most from his home country. “We have a [Gaelic] saying ‘Céad míle fáilte’ which roughly translates to ‘a hundred thousand welcomes’. This sums up Irish hospitality, and is one of the reasons why you can find an Irish pub in nearly every corner of the globe, many of them not even Irish-owned: Everyone knows that you’ll get only good vibes in Irish quarters.” Phuket’s Irish Honorary Consul, Hélène FallonWood, couldn’t agree more. “Of all the people I’ve met in all the places I’ve been, I can say without hesitation that Irish people are the most fun and easiest to get along with. No matter what your background is, you’ll always be welcomed by the Irish,” she said. For Hélène, who has lived in Phuket for some 26 years, it is the “long summer nights sitting outside the pub having the craic [fun]” that she misses the most – that and the lush green coastline, countryside and skies. But certainly not the weather, which seems to be a common notion among all Irish expats you meet in Phuket – some 400 residents by Hélène’s reckoning. And it is on Saint Patrick’s Day, officially March 17 this year, when everyone gets to celebrate and enjoy the best that Ireland has to offer, no matter where one happens to be. In Thailand, Hélène noted that the main Ireland celebration will be the “St Patrick’s Emerald Ball” at the Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel in Bangkok on Saturday, March 22. “Next year, we’re expecting the ambassador from the new Irish Embassy in Bangkok to come to celebrate here in Phuket as part of a grand St Patrick’s Day Ball, which hopefully will be held at Mövenpick Resort and Spa in Karon,” she revealed. But this year, Phuket’s celebrations will have to be only the usual blast of life and laughter at any one of the dozens of Irish bars and pubs found across the island. Hélène herself will be heading to what will surely be the island’s biggest St Paddy’s party – a shindig at the Irish Times in Jungceylon, Patong, where an ample supply of all the Irish pub favourites has been secured ahead of Monday’s merry mayhem. “Last year we went through six kegs of stout and three of cider ale. I’m expecting an even bigger

turnout this year, about a thousand or so,” said Thomas Corley, pub manager. Thomas, or as everyone in Phuket knows him, Irish Tommy, is pulling out all the stops for a fantastic party. “We have two great bands on the cards – the Barbie Army Band and Ledejavu – and plenty of handout prizes. Our kitchen will be cooking up Saint Patrick favourites such as Irish Stew as well as bacon and cabbage.”

The only downside, he notes, is that the party’s on a Monday night, and since many patrons will have to go to work the following day, “it’s not going to be a pretty Tuesday morning in Phuket for many,” he says with a laugh. The festive fun on Monday gets under way from 5:30pm, so come out decked in green and get ready to party like only the Irish know how.

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Tam’s cherry Chevy is on top Khemin Wicheetthagoon editor@classactmedia.co.th

It matches my style – a cowboy style. I feel confident and happy when I drive the truck, and have never had an accident. It’s my lucky truck

Top right: Sekson “Tam” Srichoo, owner of the Tam Leather Shop and Bar at the Naka Weekend Market, stands by his vintage 1960s-era Chevrolet pickup.

lassic pickup trucks are an increasingly rare sight these days – especially in Phuket, where the roads are dominated by newer, plasticbuilt vehicles, most likely assembled by robots. But fans of timeless American steel are sure to look twice upon spotting a mint-condition, cherry red Chevy pickup trucking along the island’s streets. This vintage vehicle belongs to Sekson “Tam” Srichoo, owner of the Tam Leather Shop and Bar at the Naka Weekend Market. “I’ve been using this Chevrolet C10 [model] for 20 years,” he told The Phuket News. Tam recalls when his friend first told him about the truck, which was owned by a sawmill owner in Nakhon Ratchasima. “The American army had used it during the Vietnam war, but after the war ended, wanted to sell it to someone who was into classic trucks. When I heard about it, I drove up there and paid B350,000 for it, before driving it back to Phuket.” Since then, Tam has put a lot of sweat and tears into it, having initially dealt with complications at the Phuket Land Transport office when officials there noted that the original registration was fabricated. All in, Tam reckons that, on top of the original cost, he has spent some B400,000 in restoring and getting the truck legal. One of the first major changes he made was overhauling the engine, upgrading to a Toyota benizine-powered J twin-turbo 3.0 litre engine, changing out the older Nissan diesel-powered LD-28 2.8 litre engine, in or-

der to make it safer and easier to repair and maintain. Tam also painted the truck to its current “exciting red”, a refreshing change from its original dark brown color. More than just a mode of transport, the truck is a reflection of Tam’s identity. “It matches my style – a cowboy style. I feel confident and happy when I drive the truck, and have never had an accident. It’s my lucky truck,” he said. The truck has not only provided Tam with a smooth ride, but even some income, such as when the Thailand Chevrolet Center paid Tam B40,000 to showcase the the vehicle for 15 days at the Phuket Chevrolet showroom. About 10 years ago, it was even featured on a Thai TV series Koon Konk Pan Din. Tam jumps at any good excuse to take her for a spin. A member of of the Phuket Classic Car Club, Tam and other members form a cara-

van every two to three months to drive their prized possessions to the countryside and donate money and supplies to needy schools and students. But even just an early evening cruise to wind the day down is enough excuse for Tam to start the engine everyday. Another fond memory Tam recalls was a road trip he took to Kuala Lumpur and Singapore to help transport his friend’s motorbike back to Phuket. “I was so proud to show off my truck in Singapore. Many people there showed interest,” he told The Phuket News. Indeed, the truck holds a dear place in Tam’s heart. In fact, he even named his son “Chevy”, as he was born not long after he purchased the truck. Anyone interested in his Chevy can stop by his bar and ask to have a look. If you’re really interested, Tam may even consider selling it to you – but only if you’re as big a fan of classic trucks as he is.

Geneva’s three hottest cars

hree carmakers have tightly kept their stars for this year’s Geneva motor show wrapped till the last minute just before the curtains were raised last week; never too late for car lovers, though. By being an iconic compact 2+2 sports car that helped transformed Audi’s image among the young generation of car buyers in the past decade, the all-new TT is hoped by the Germans to further underscore its sporty mission in global markets. The most notable changes include the hexagonal front grille and the brand’s new LED matrix lights. As revealed in

Las Vegas earlier this year, the interior has evolved with even tidier ergonomics than ever. Honda, meanwhile, is reinforcing its Type R spirit by unveiling a hot version of its European Civic hatchback in concept form. Outlandish exterior features inspired by its WTCC racer include allround skirts, rear spoiler, flared wheel arches housing 20-inch alloys and four tail pipes. The body is 30mm lower than the regular Civic. Maserati, on the other hand, is using its 100th anniversary this year to host the world premiere of the jaw-dropping Alfieri concept car. Bangkok Post

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It’s a wrap at this soothing spa Simon Ostheimer editor@classactmedia.co.th

Clockwise from top: The interior of the Coqoon Suite; the outside deck and private plunge pool.

e’re being led down the garden path, but we’re not overly concerned. A few steps ahead, a nice lady in a smart uniform is pointing out a giant nest in the trees, large enough to easily hold four people. She asks if we’d like to look inside, but we politely decline – we’re already late for our appointment. Before we get too off track, we should reveal that we’re at Indigo Pearl’s Coqoon spa, having just checked in for an afternoon’s treatment in the Coqoon Suite. The suite, more of a private villa really, comes complete with a bedroom, spa room, private pool, steam room, sauna, and Vichy shower. While guests can stay for as long as three days, we’re just here for the afternoon; a

few hours’ escape from the children. Off to the side of the main lobby, you start your spa treatment at an open-air reception area, where staff gently help you fill out a form detailing what type of treatment, pressure and oil you’d like, as well as any particular areas you’d like worked on. After the formalities are out of the way, you’re then escorted to one of the eight treatment rooms, which includes The Nest. Seemingly suspended in the air (after darkness falls, clever lighting really drives home the effect), this Bill Bensley designed wonder is a triumph of the imagination, but on this sunny morning, is not our destination. Surrounded by a rusting corrugated iron wall (part of Bangkok-based Bensley’s industrial chic vision for the Nai Yang resort), the Coqoon Suite offers complete privacy for

Flexible little people Kerrily Jennings oasisedphuket@gmail.com

ou might think a kid’s life is pretty cruisey and enviable, but in fact look at it closely and you’ll see these little people have very busy, jam packed, and potentially stressful lives! Pressure from school, peers, family and themselves can mount up, manifesting itself in negative behaviour. As adults we get engage in activities for de-stressing, relaxing and up-skilling to better deal with life’s pressures – including art, meditation, golf, yoga, and sauna. We learn how to slow the pace internally, despite the increasing momentum of the world around us. But imagine the advantages if you’d acquired these skills while still a child? Starting tomorrow (Saturday, March 15) is a new four week Yoga Program for Kids, aged 6 to 12 years old. Held at the Atmanjai Yoga Sala, this programme aims to develop kids skills physically (strength, endurance, balance, coordination) and emotionally (increase calm, regulate emotions). Now is the time to instill these wonderful traits in your little people, helping them to grow into

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stronger, balanced and happier big people. For more information please contact Kez on 084-946-2171 or visit oasisedphuket.com.

guests. Inside, dual spa beds lie in wait for us, while the Vichy shower – with its array of nozzles – looms in an antechamber. Our treatment today is the ‘Coqoon Pampering’ package (four hours, B16,000 per couple), which involves a foot ritual, your choice of 90 minute body massage – we opt for Relaxing and Coqoon Rebirth – followed by a 30 minute exotic aroma milky bath. The benefit of booking the Coqoon Pampering treatment is that you’re welcome to hang around for another two hours, and make use of the steam, sauna, Jacuzzi and pool, instead of having to immediately face reality (and two screaming children), so we took our time before, reluctantly, heading back to the lobby, our car, and the world outside. For more info., call 076 327 006, email info@indigo-pearl.com or visit indigo-pearl.com

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This month in education

arch is in full swing: Phuket schools following the Thai academic calendar soon conclude a busy yet rewarding year, relieved and ready for the summer break; however, those on the Western academic schedule look ahead to a daunting push towards year-end exams. Here is the latest education news.

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HeadStart International School, Phuket HeadStart International School (HIS) was recently awarded a full 100 point score and rated as outstanding after a thorough Internal Quality Assurance Inspection by three evaluators from the Office of the Private Education Commission (OPEC). “This is a milestone achievement for us,” remarked Miki Edouard of HIS’ Admin and Events Department. “All private schools in Thailand are assessed by OPEC on a three year cycle. OPEC evaluators informed us that we are currently the only school in Phuket to have achieved the full 100 point score and one of only several in the country to have achieved this score on the first accreditation visit.” HeadStart looks ahead to its International Day to be held on Friday, March 28, from 4-8pm at FunStart. This special event is a time for parents, students and staff from Preschool to Year 11, to come together to share a little of their own cultural backgrounds with other members of the community, as well as a chance for all to learn lots of exciting and interesting things about the world. Each represented country will set up a table, display or area of their country. Hosting International Day at FunStart will provide enough space for each ‘country’ to spread out as much as they like. Some suggestions include cheese tasting, cooking, watching videos, listening to music, playing traditional games, reading stories, hockey games, barbeques, arts and crafts, sports activities and many more. Some countries may also @thephuketnews

Six top mathematicians from British International School, Phuket (BISP) recently returned from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam where they competed in the annual South East Asian Mathematics (SEAMC) contest. Students pitted their maths skills against 270 others from 45 international schools across the region, from Hong Kong to Indonesia. The event consisted of a variety of rounds, including individual and team challenges as well as a maths trail around the city’s Dam Sen Park. Students also formed ‘buddy teams’ to complete long-term problems over the duration of the contest, allowing them to establish firm friendships with their fellow mathematicians. Present at the event was one of the most famous mathematicians of this century, Marcus Du Sautoy, who was chosen by Esquire magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in Britain. Mrs Gemma Clark, BISP mathematics teacher accompanying the students to Vietnam said, “Professor Du Sautoy inspired the students with chaos theory during his lecture by introducing them to the mysterious case of the disappearing lemmings – mind-blowing stuff! “Other fun on the trip included an outing to see the famous AO acrobatics show at the Opera House, and finally a gala dinner on the last evening to celebrate all of the students’ hard work. A huge congratulations to all of our students on their excellent performance – we are very proud of them!”

friends observed with pride as their little ones, wearing graduation gowns, accepted certificates politely in a formal ceremony and then sang their hearts out to end the event. Students who have completed P6 in the school’s English Programme and IEP (Intensive English Programme) were next up to receive their graduation certificates. Many of them are moving on to different schools so they were given some words of advice from Sister Srivieng, who emphasised the importance of being a good person above all else. That being said, examples of high achievement were also recognised, such as Gen in P6 receiving the highest grade of all entrants in the Satree Phuket School Science and Maths entrance test. The ceremony ended with students being presented their certificates from the Cambridge Young Learners English Tests, Key English Tests and Preliminary English Tests. These international qualifications are the first steps on the Cambridge suite of exams that lead to the Certificate of Proficiency in English, which enables students to prove their English ability for overseas universities and employers. It was a great day with a very positive atmosphere. There were some tears from our P6 graduates as they said goodbye to their teachers, but there was also a wonderful sense of excitement as they braced themselves for the next stage of their lives.

Darasamuth Phuket School On March 8, Darasamuth held graduation ceremonies for its K3 and P6 students, and also presented certificates to students who took Cambridge exams. Each of the K3 students were presented with a certificate by the school director, Sister Srivieng. Parents and

Phuket International Academy Day School Phuket International Academy Day School (PIADS) is preparing for a number of activities this month, as follows:

On March 19 PIADS will host the next PAIS (Phuket Association of International Schools) Interschool event, with the PIADS Interschool Swim Gala. March 22 will then be PIADS Scholarship Assessment morning (8.30am to 9.30am), facilitating an opportunity for students who have applied for scholarships to undergo an asssessment by the Secondary School principal. If you would like to apply for scholarship and join this assessment morning please contact: dan. magie@pia.ac.th. On March 27, the Student Led Conferences will take place. This is one of PIADS’ main assessment tools used for all of its students. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to show their parents what they have been learning and it’s great for students to see their parents being supportive and taking a keen interest in their growth and learning. Finally, on March 29, PIADS will be a sponsor of the Annual Talent contest held by PAPA (Phuket Academy of Performing Arts) and SMS (Siobhan’s Music Studio). Stay tuned for more details, or call 076-336-076, ext. 1706.

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Phuketforkids.com has listed two exciting events for student arts lovers in Phuket this month. On March 28, there will be the Youth Talent Competition, from 6 to 9pm at the Boat Avenue shopping complex in Cherng Talay. There are cash prizes for the first three winners. The competition is limited to only 30 contestants between 8-17 years so a broad range of children have a chance to compete. To register and for more information, contact Gary Crause on 084304-2587. The second listing is BISP’s latest theatrical works, a production of the famous 1978 musical, Grease, to be performed by a cast ranging from primary years up to 18 years old. This will be a fantastic quality performance if the school’s past productions such as Hoodwinked, The Lion King Goldilocks, and The Wizard of Oz are anything to go by. For inquiries or to buy tickets, call 076-335-555 or email: nthacker@bisphuket.ac.th

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Trisara Seafood

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

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

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

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

Ceramic Kitchen Mom Tri’s Villa Royale

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Acqua

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

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

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

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

Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood KEE Sky Lounge

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La Boucherie

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

“A World of Fusion Awaits You !” Trendy rooftop dining, drinking and dancing venues with Patong Bay view. Serving up an eclectic mix of tasty east-meets-west tapas, appetizers, and a colourful new vibe on the rooftop with light and sound from in-house Live Band. Enjoy our trendy new fusion finger food influenced by cooking styles from around the world alongside your main course, or simply relax with some Eurasian tapas and sip sundowners from our new selection of creative cocktails. Open 5.30PM- Midnight, Contact us: The KEE Resort & Spa, Phuket Tel.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

Diavolo

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

THAI Baan Aroi Restaurant

Breeze Restaurant Panache 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

Tre by Double Pool 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

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try our creative and innovative cuisine. Open daily from 7.00 am till 11.00 pm. Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas, outriggerthailand.com.

The Bistro Restaurant

A menu of modern Mediterranean influences created by Chef Luca 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

Offers authentic Thai cuisine, showcasing traditional local flavours with the freshest, finest and healthiest ingredients. This restaurant is surrounded by a lush tropical garden and provides a warm and friendly atmosphere. Open daily from 11.00 am till 9.00 pm. Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas, outriggerthailand.com.

JAPANESE Talung Thai Tamarind Restaurant

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

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

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

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Coffee in a capsule BB&B cashes in on convenient caffeine craze

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ou should be aware before reading this story that considerable personal sacrifice went into the research. BB&B is usually known for beverages that will, sooner or later, put you to sleep. But now it has launched in Phuket a new product that does the opposite, the Espressotoria capsule coffee machine. It’s not a new idea – Nestlé made its entry into the Thai market a couple of years ago with its Nespresso machine, which uses sealed capsules of coffee that drop into an opening in the top of the machine. When a lever on the top of the machine is closed, the capsule is breached, water is heated and nice fresh coffee pours into one’s cup. It’s quick and convenient and the quality and taste are the same each time. Thai company BonCafé recently followed suit, putting its own version, the Cremesso, on the market. The Espressotoria was designed in Europe for Vittoria Food & Beverage, Australia’s top coffee company, founded

From left: Narong Roojum, Frederic Tartour of Vittoria Coffee, Panu Burusratapant and barista Mimi Pattarawan at the Espressotoria launch at Bliss Beach Club. after the Second World War by Italian immigrants. Pricing of the machine is everything. The marketing model is the same as that for many computer printers: Sell the machine cheap, then make your profit on the renewables – in the case of printers, the ink; in the case of coffee machines, the coffee capsules. Vittoria has pitched its machine price low, at B7,400, compared with B9,900 for the Cremesso and B12,450 to B13,490 for the Nespresso.

Low salt week

he D epa r t ment of Health is promoting “Low Salt Week” nationwide from March 10-16. Many government departments have cooperated to arrange activities in order to promote healthy eating behaviour and inform the public about how important it is to eat less salty food. Food that is cooked with salt, fish sauce, soy sauce, shrimp paste, dressing or monosodium glutamate

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contains a high level of sodium chloride, or salt. Increasingly, many more people have been consuming fast food, frozen food, ready-to-eat food or dining out, which may be tasty but can be harmful to your health because of the high salt content. Recent research reveals that Thai people consume twice as much sodium chloride as the recommended amount. National News Bureau of Thailand

In contrast, its capsules are just a tad more expensive than the opposition: B30 each, compared with B27.5 for the Cremesso capsules and B28.25 for the Nespresso ones. Vittoria will also sell you a milk frother to top off your cappuccino and practice your barista skills. The frothers cost B1,400 or B1,700, depending on size. Quality and choice obviously count in the equation, and serious caffeinophiles will probably need to do a lot of research before alighting on the flavour and sys-

tem they like most. So, the sacrifice: Let’s face it, to do this story properly I had to sample each of the coffee blends on offer. It was lucky for me that Vittoria currently has only six varieties for public sale, plus a couple more aimed at five-star hotels (a prime market for capsule machines), so I had to drink only seven cups of coffee. Actually, eight, but one was decaf so that doesn’t count. Still enough to keep me buzzing all weekend. I wouldn’t want to try reviewing the Nespresso range, which has 22 varieties (though three are decaf and another three have vanilla, caramel or chocolate added). The Vittoria retail range consists of two brands: Café Aurora which has an Italian blend, an Arabica espresso, a “Prima Qualita” and a decaf; and Chicco d’Oro, which has an espresso and a riwstretto – all of which, I have to say, are delicious. My main concern with the Espressotoria, as with the others, is just how easy it has become to make a really good cup of coffee. With my addictive personality, I’d be popping capsules in the machine every 30 minutes – ooh, just one more... So please, don’t give me one for my birthday. I’d probably never sleep again. Or not until BB&B invites me to another launch of something soporifically liquid.

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Koh Klang: A world away Pimrapee Thungkasemvathana

As we rode around in the sidecar of a motorbike taxi (known as a Skylab), the driver constantly exchanged greetings with passers-by. The pride the locals have seems to be maintaining “the local way of life” and is not mere jargon on a tourism webpage

round this time of the year, many beaches in Krabi start to resemble the photographs of Andreas Gursky – mobbed with tourists. The New York Times recently named the southern province on the Andaman coast one of the “52 places to go in 2014”. “A Phuket-like hideaway, but still unspoiled,” writes Shivani Vora. Maybe unspoiled, but definitely not undiscovered. Krabi, with its spectacular clusters of islands, receives about 2 million visitors each year. Koh Klang is one of the few areas in Krabi where floral Batik sarongs still remain more prevalent than candy-coloured bikinis and Speedos. Translated as “Middle Island” in Thai, Koh Klang is located a short 10-minute boat ride from Krabi town. There are no cars – only motorbikes with sidecars, and bicycles. The population in the four villages is about 5,000, most of which are Muslims who rely on fishing and rice farming. Thankfully, the small quiet fishing village doesn’t boast a white strip of sand and blue sea that glistens in the sun, but the absence of which has probably prevented Koh Klang from succumbing to commercialisation like other parts of Krabi. We arrived around noon and found the locals to be all smiles and quite welcoming. The island is idyllic, almost as if it’s been unaffected by time, apart from the odd satellite dish connected to some of the sides of the stilt houses. Age-old traditions have been successfully preserved, with sustainable living as the focus. What is safeguarded here is the local way of life and is now part and parcel and a strong selling point of its sustainable tourism. The call to prayer sounds regularly across the island from each of the village mosques, the community is tight-knit and everyone knows everyone else. As we rode around in the sidecar of a motorbike taxi (known as a Skylab), the driver constantly exchanged greetings with passers-by. The pride the locals have seems to be maintaining “the local way of life” and is not mere jargon on a tourism webpage. Koh Klang is a combination of mangroves and rice fields. Besides shallow-water fishing, the main economy is rice farming. The locals grow regular rice as well as sang yot rice, which is not usually found outside of Phatthalung province. Half of the rice yield is for local consumption while the rest is sold on. Vast expanses of rice paddies stretch across the horizon, while coconut trees spot the background. The women working in the fields greet us wholeheartedly; their faces painted with turmeric, acting as protection against the sun. Koh Klang is also the birthplace of the ruea hua tong (tall-bow boat). These boats have become iconic of the beaches and islands in the south of Thailand – acting as the backdrop in virtually every photograph and postcard. The head of the boat was designed to stand against the current while also acting as a marker for

A Skylab picking up bags from the Koh Klang Homestay, pictured above. Photos: TravelandCharity @thephuketnews

direction. Since the early 2000s, a local group has been making models of the distinctive boats, endorsed by the governor of Krabi as a souvenir representing the province. The group is headed by a local boat builder, and his skills and those of his team have been passed down from generation to generation. We ended the day at the Katik Textiles Group – an enterprise run by a group of about 30 ladies, specialising in Batik painting. Fronted with a shop area, while the studio sits in the back, next to a tin

shed. The studio smells of wax, as if birthday candles have just been blown out. Inside, Prajim Lekdum, a Batikclad grandmother with a tiny physique, demonstrates the local patae (Batik) technique. At both of these places, we were given the chance to participate and dabble, maybe a little clumsily, in the local activities. The islanders have also set up homestays to accommodate visitors who wish to spend more than a day exploring the land. The afternoon was tranquil and leisurely and a world away from the chaos of mass tourism. Bangkok Post

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IN BRIEF Virtual reality coming soon, Sony style Next week’s Game Developers Conference in California will see a presentation by Sony in which several industry insiders believe they will unveil their new virtual reality headset. The company has been teasing the new product for some time. Last week, an “inside source” told tech blogs that Sony’s PlayStation 4 headset has a quality and resolution that are “really, really good. “The impact of virtual reality technologies could be pretty significant going forward,” PS4 lead system architect Mark Cerny said last month.

Gone Home coming home to consoles The celebrated PC game Gone Home will finally come to consoles later this year, developers The Fulbright Company announced. While it is unclear which platform the game will play on, it is one of the most highly anticipated jumps from PC to console in recent years. Gone Home has gained stellar reviews since its release for the PC in 2013, selling over 250,000 as of last month – unheard of for an independent game with little marketing. The game tells the story of a woman who comes home after a year away to find an empty house and must unravel the mystery of why she is all alone.

Castlevania DLC to be released Revelations, the new downloadable content for Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2, will be released March 25, according to reports. The DLC will be available for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC and is set before the events of Lords of Shadow 2. Revelations follows the character of Alucard as users discover his unique abilities.

Titanfall GAME REVIEW

Hang on a bit voss – the twins who sued Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg – have each spent US$250,000 (B8 million) in Bitcoins for the trip. quick list of the bigBitcoin can even get you guns, gest recent technoas a firearms retailer in Texas logical innovations inhas begun accepting the digital cludes 3D printers, the currency. internet, and smart“There are two things we like phones. But in order to in Texas, we like financial freepay for all of this, one dom and we like our firearms,” has needed archaic paMichael Cargill, Central Texas per money. Until now. Gun Works said in a recent interFor the past five years, crypview. tocurrency – or digital money Cargill went on to admit that – have been slowly garnering the move has generated 50 per mainstream appeal and use. cent increase in sales simply beBitcoins are far and away the cause of the addition of online most widely used, well-known, transactions. and have the most value at Still, not everything is sunny about B16,000 per Bitcoin. However, just like there is a in Bitcoin land, as hackers have The past 12 months has seen finite amount of gold in the world, brought down several exchanges, Bitcoin dominate headlines with Bitcoin is capped at 21 million the biggest being Mt. Gox. The tales of its mysterious founder coins. Currently, there are just company, which handled 70 per (recently found and then unover 12 million Bitcoins in circulacent of all Bitcoin transactions, found in California), hacking tion, and the amount of Bitcoins lost nearly B14.5 billion worth problems, and innovative payproduced per year is half the of the cryptocurrency because of ments. amount from the previous year. attacks, and has filed for bankSo what exactly is Bitcoin? It The value of Bitcoin has, for ruptcy. is a digital currency that is not most of its existence, been largely Just last week, a Newsweek arbacked by any central authorunder US$1 (B33), until the last ticle claimed to have tracked down ity, and is instead verified and the founder of Bitcoin – Satoshi minted by a network of comput- two years when it has soared. In Nakamoto. Within days of the ers. When someone buys a good December 2013, the value was at its highest at US$1,242 (B40,110), article’s release, Nakamoto denied or service using Bitcoin, the though it is currently hovering any connection to the cryptocurtransaction is publicly recorded around US$500 (B16,000). rency and says he was working for onto a ledger called a Block Because of their high value, us- the government during the time Chain and is then verified by a miner, as the coders who vet the ers can pay for goods and services when Bitcoin was introduced in with fractions of a Bitcoin as long 2009. ‘currency’ are known. Though, like its origins, the Once the miner has a certain as they are verified. So what can you buy with Bitfuture of Bitcoin is unclear, one number of transactions that coin? How about a trip to space thing is clear: cryptocurrencies they have verified, that person are part of our future, and we’d all aboard Virgin Group’s SpaceShip is then rewarded with newly Two? Cameron and Tyler Winkle- better get used to it. minted Bitcoins. J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

TOP MOBILE APPS THIS WEEK

TOP CONSOLE GAMES THIS WEEK: 1

Titanfall

Xbox 360, Xbox One

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze

Wii U

Rooster (Literature)

iOS

Thief

Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4,

Plants vs Xombies: Garden Warfar

Xbox 360, Xbox One,

Aviate (Customisation)

Android

Tales of Symphonia: Chronicles

PS3

Knack

PS4

Syllable (Speed Read) iOS, Android

Call of Duty: Ghosts

Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4, PC

Grand Theft Auto V (18+)

Xbox 360, PS3

Minus (Filesharing)

iOS, Android

Battlefield 4 (18+)

Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4, PC

10 Fifa 14

Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, Vita

Hay Day (Game)

iOS, Android

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ast week saw the release of the highly anticipated Xboxexclusive Titanfall multiplayer first-person shooter. The game is the next step in FPS titles with an array of innovations that also take advantage of Microsoft’s cloud computing services. Gamers can choose to play in any of 15 maps as either a free-running, jet pack-wearing pilot, or inside the mech-style walking “Titans” – large robots controlled by humans with slower but more versatile weaponry. Much of the fascination with this game comes from the visuals, which are extremely detailed. As a pilot, gamers can build momentum to run along walls, leap across buildings, and climb seemingly impossible heights. Once inside a Titan, mobility is slightly hampered but timing and angles become another element of the game. There are a lot of strategic considerations in Titanfall, most of which have to do with the array of offensive and defensive weapons. Clashes are also prolonged because of the limited movement of the giant machines, but it only enhances the use of tactics amid the chaos. While it is a great step forward in the FPS genre, the fact that gamers cannot choose which map to use during online play is a huge oversight. If Halo had this ability a decade ago, then Titanfall has no excuse. Despite that drawback, Titanfall is a must own even if it’s just for the updates. The game will become an Xbox staple, and serves as a reminder that not everything has to be Call of Duty-ish.

Which game would you like us to review? Let us know at editor2@classactmedia.co.th. thephuketnews

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IN BRIEF Idris Elba joins The Jungle Book

Jon Favreau’s adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling novel and legendary animated film, The Jungle Book, has signed its first star in British actor Idris Elba. Elba is set to voice the predatory tiger Shere Khan in the mixed form adaptation that will include both live-action and CGI. Production on the film is set to begin later this year though the lead character of Mowgli has not yet been cast. Disney say they want the film to be released October 2015.

Spielberg wants West Side Story

Director Steven Spielberg is reportedly in talks to remake one of Hollywood’s most beloved musicals, West Side Story, which is loosely based on Shakespeare’s Romeo

300: Rise of an Empire FILM REVIEW J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

While it’s another musclebound bloodfest, the film refreshingly embraces two strong females, each with their own interesting back story, that provide the needed backbone to the plot

oing to see a 300 film has nothing to do with plot or amazing acting. No-one who buys a ticket to see these movies is going for anything less than gratuitous violence, some eye candy, and cheesy lines. While 300: Rise of an Empire successfully delivers on all three fronts, the only thing audiences can say after walking out of it is, “It could’ve been worse” (at least, that’s all I was thinking). This movie is simply a cash cow that has high commercial value and plays around with the idea that audiences might learn a little bit about history (only they don’t when it’s been manipulated this bad). The sequel picks up where the original film left off, just as Leonidas’ 300 men are killed at the “hot gates” of Thermopylae, betrayed by a Spartan hunchback who later regrets his actions. A voice over by Queen Gorgo (Lena Headey) explains the events that have led to the present day, from the moment Leonidas dies to the point of potential unification of the Greek peninsula against the threat of Persia. We are introduced to a new hero, Themistocles (Sullivan Stapleton), whose actions lead to the rise of the God-King Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro) years before the events of the original film. While it’s another muscle-bound bloodfest, the film refreshingly embraces two strong

females, each with their own interesting back story, that provide the needed backbone to the plot. Artemisia (Eva Green) is a Greek-born commander of the Persian navy who has significant influence over Xerxes – which is historically accurate. She rose from horrific circumstances to become one of the most powerful women in the world. And, boy, could she swing a sword. The film lacks what little substance it has when Green is not on screen. Even with how bad the movie is, her performance adds intrigue to a story that lacks any other real female presence besides Heady. The action sequences are typically welldone if repetitive, as fast moving men are slowed down when they jump in the air to spear their opponent (though yawn, we’ve seen this in every action movie since The Matrix). Meanwhile, blood splatters are used intricately, with the care of spilling a fine wine. While no film critic worth his salt will give this even a three-star rating, there’s a love affair with these visuals that no other franchise can match, save for Sin City, the other famous creation of graphic novelist Frank Miller. His novels are pure entertainment, and that’s what the 300 films are – all spectacle, little substance. In sum, 300: Rise of an Empire ain’t going to win any Best Picture awards, but boy does it look good.

and Juliet. Spielberg’s interest was enough for major studio Fox to unlock the film for a potential remake, though the fameddirector has never taken on a musical in his career. He will have a lot to live up to as the original West Side Story – set in New York City – won Best Picture and Best Director back in 1961.

Law and McCarthy bring the funny

Jude Law has signed on to the Paul Feigdirected film Susan Cooper, a comedy-spy film that has yet to go into production. Jason Statham has already joined the cast, while the title character will be played by Melissa McCarthy. The film will be a reunion for McCarthy and Feig as the two worked together on the comedy films Bridesmaids and The Heat. Very few details have been released about the film so it is unclear what roles Statham and Law will portray.

US BOX OFFICE TOP 10 Film

1 300: Rise of an Empire

Starring: Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Rodrigo Santoro, Lena Headey, and Jack O’Connell Director: Noam Muro Running time: 102 minutes

3 Days to Kill (E) 300: Rise of an Empire (3D/E) 300: Rise of an Empire (G/E) 300: Rise of an Emprie (T) The Monkey King (T) Mr. Peabody and Sherman (3D/E) Pompeii (E) Time Line Jod Mai Kwam Song Jam (T)

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$45M

3 Non-Stop

$15.4M $52.1M

4 The Lego Movie

$11M

$225M

5 Son of God

$10M

$41.5M

6 The Monuments Men

$3.1M

$70.6M

7 3 Days to Kill

$3.1M

$25.6M

$3M

$393.1M

$2.2M

$53.1M

$2M

$130M

10 Ride Along

SFC Jungceylon Phuket (Patong) 12 Years a Slave (E) 3 Days to Kill (E) 300: Rise of an Empire (3D/E) The Legend of Hercules (3D/E) The Monkey King (T) Pompeii (3D/E) Robocop (E)

$45M

$32.5M $32.5M

9 12 Years a Slave

12:20, 14:45, 17:10, 19:35, 22:00 11:10, 13:25, 15:40, 17:55, 20:10, 22:25 12:00, 14:15, 16:30, 18:45, 21:00 12:45, 15:00, 17:15, 19:30, 21:45 11:50, 14:20, 16:50, 19:20, 21:50 10:50 12:40, 14:45, 16:50, 21:15 14:05, 19:05 11:20, 16:20, 21:20

Gross

2 Mr. Peabody & Sherman

8 Frozen

SFX Coliseum Phuket (Central Festival)

Weekend

14:40, 20:30 14:25, 16:50, 19:15, 21:40 13:30, 15:45, 18:00, 20:15, 22:25 17:15, 21:45 15:30, 18:00, 22:15 15:00, 19:30 17:25, 19:50

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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Shore to be a good time

oom Boom Cash, Bedroom Audio, Room 39, Scrubb – what do these peculiar names all have in common? They’re all hot, talented Thai bands headlining the inaugural Trang Music Festival to help beat the Songkran heat next month. To be held on April 14 at the serene Ratchamongkol Beach – just the other side of the majestic karsts near Pak Meng Beach – TMF 2014 is set to be the largest and most memorable open-air music concert that Southern Thailand has ever witnessed, with organisers expecting a turn-out of more than 12,000 people. “We’ve already sold 7,000 tickets so far and still have a month to go before the concert date. Usually, we get about 10,000 people coming to this beach on Songkran anyway,” said Ms Thanalak Chakratok of the organisers, EventAsia Co Ltd. Ms Thanalak explained that the location was chosen to “promote an incredible Andaman [Sea] beach, a must-travel place in Trang.” “We will close off the entire beach on the 14th, which will be a special day because it happens to be a

full moon that night!” she exclaimed. In addition to the bands mentioned above, there will also be showings by soft and sweet female vocalist Kanitkul “Praew” (formerly of the X3 Super Gang band) as well as the popular Southern Thai trio, Whatcharawalee, plus, a hip, modern rock group, the Musketeers – straight out of Chiang Mai. The main event will feature arguably one of the most famous Thai rock acts – Moderndog (who rank up

there with Carabao and Loso). If you’re not familiar with any of the bands or songs, don’t worry – all the locals will be, and when thousands are all singing together in perfect unison, it won’t be long before you’re murmuring along and become one with the unique synergism of music, crowds and ocean. While there is a reasonable selection of hotels and resorts nearby, especially for those who start planning now – dirt cheap (or sand cheap to be more precise) accommodation will be on offer right on the beach. “Festival goers need not worry about going anywhere. We’ll have tents for rent, which will already be set up. There will also be stalls selling food and drinks, as much as you can eat and drink all night long,” assured Ms Thanalak. The beach will open up at around 1pm, with the heat-beating excitement to kick off with a “Fun Foam Party” facilitated by more than 10 machines, with the first concert to get underway by 5pm, and the final show concluding around 2am. Tickets are B1,000. For more information, visit facebook.com/trangmusicfestival

New RPM art gallery to showcase local Chinese heritage

aavy Shanghai and Hong Kong techart collective, Island Six, also known by its Chinese name Liu Dao, has launched their newest gallery right here in Phuket – at Royal Phuket Marina (RPM). Showcasing local heritage in its initial exhibition from March 14 to April 14, Island 6 looks to bring its signature sumptuous style to the island’s budding art scene. According to a statement, “The Babas and Yayas of Huang Li Bai exhibition will depict and honour the diversity and

The new exhibition will mix the old with new.

WEEKDAYS

SATURDAYS ‘WEEKEND BREAKFAST’ (LAST MAN STANDING) WITH SAM CLARKE

8 - 10AM

‘THE POWER HOUR’

11AM - NOON

‘LOUNGE @ LIVE’ WITH DONNA TOON

10AM - NOON

‘AFTERNOONS’ WITH CALLIE

NOON - 3PM

‘SATURDAY LUNCHBOX’ WITH GARRY HOLDEN

NOON - 3PM

‘DRIVE ON LIVE’ WITH JASON WILDER ‘CLUB CLASSICS’ WITH SEAN BELL ‘ASIA POP 40’ WITH DOM LAU PHUKET’S BEST MUSIC MIX

3 - 7PM 7 - 8PM (MON- THU) 7 - 10PM (FRI) 8PM - 7AM

‘SATURDAY SOUNDS’ ‘SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER’

and new, combing two cultures and ideas, and enjoy the fruits of this unison, is a core tenet of both the Peranakan and the Island 6 world perspective. The exhibition promises to excite and entice, honouring traditional artistic values through the gallery’s signature modern electronic interaction, all the while staying true its intrinsic Chinese heritage. ‘The Babas and Yayas of Huang Li Bai’ runs until April 14 at the Island 6 gallery in Royal Phuket Marina, just north of Phuket Town. More info: 076 360 801; contact@island6.org; island6.org.

SUNDAYS

7 - 11AM

‘WAKE UP’ WITH DAVE AND KIRSTY

background of the Peranakan people, while also staying true to the international complexity of the Island 6 collective.” The Phuket ‘Babas’, as some members of the local Chinese community are referred to, have always revelled in innovation and the satisfaction that can be found in what is “mixed”. They were the first people in the region to embrace Western culture, as is reflected in the Old Town architecture, whilst also introducing their traditional customs, such as the Chinese temples. The natural desire to intertwine old

3 - 6PM 6PM MIDNIGHT

‘WEEKEND BREAKFAST’ (LAST MAN STANDING) WITH SAM CLARKE

8 - 10AM

‘SUNDAY BRUNCH’ WITH JASON WILDER 10AM - NOON ‘ASIA POP 40’ WITH DOM LAU

NOON - 3PM

‘MELLOW MOMENTS’ WITH ANDY SAUNDERS

3 - 5PM

‘THE CHILL FACTOR’ WITH COLIN HANSLIP

5 - 7PM

‘THE SUNDAY CHILL’

7PM MIDNIGHT

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SUPERKIDZ ON SHOW Thanyapuraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Superkidz triathlon was held on March 8. Around 180 participants from Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, the UK, USA, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, and Russia took part in the competition.

Sawanya, Kae, Helen, Jamie, Dana and Anthony.

Jeanette Pawlis, Michael Aumock, Steve Strasser and Ong Rattanawong.

A GRAND PARTY Nikki Beach celebrated its grand opening on Friday night (March 7) with an impressive party at the Layan Beach venue.

Pauline, Naomi and Celine.

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From left, Christian Schwind (GM Andaman Cruises), Pascal Frei (EAM Andara Resort), Julien Barthe (Director J&F Lurton), Jintana Borin, Ian Lancaster (Vice-Chargé de Presse Chaine des Rotisseurs), Scot Toon, (GM Paresa Resort), Jason Beavan (GM Class Act Media), Malin Höglund (Owner Villa Zamani) and Tony Tesar.

FUN IN THE SUN IN PHANG NGA Andaman Cruises hosted an exclusive wine tasting with some managers of Phuket’s top luxury resorts, such as Brice Borin of Regent Phuket and Scot Toon of Paresa Resort, onboard the Olympia yacht on March 6. The event was organized in cooperation with the Black Forest Wine Distribution Phuket, represented by its General Manager Tobias Lauinger and Monsieur Julien Barthe, Director of the French winery Francois Lurton, Bordeaux.

Julien Barthe (Director J&F Lurton), and Tobias Lauinger (General Manager Black Forest Wine Distribution).

From left, E! News Asia anchor Dom Lau; Australian model and actress Jaymee Ong; Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket’s General Manager Denis Thouvard; Executive Assistant Manager of Revenue & Rooms Manish Pratap; host, actress, voice-over artist and producer Kelly Vaughn; actor and voice-over artist Keagan Kang; and actor, model, host and media personality Paul Foster. Asda “Utt” Panichkul, right, is a Thai-American actor, host, VJ for MTV Asia and judge of MTV VJ Hunt for MTV Vietnam.

HOSTING THE STARS AT DUSIT Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket last week hosted some of Asia’s top media stars over the weekend.

BREAKFAST GOES LIVE IN PATONG Live 89.5’s breakfast show “Wake Up” with Dave and Kirsty went live from the Holiday Inn in Patong last Friday (March 7). The live outside broadcast was the first of the year for the Live 89.5 team, with many more planned during the year.

Multihull Solutions Thailand general manager Andrew de Bruin.

BUDDHIST BLESSING Buddhist monks blessed the Multihull Solutions office in Phuket earlier this month, marking the official opening of the company’s Southeast Asian operation. @thephuketnews

Dave and Kirsty get served breakfast.

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14 MAR Pool Competition at Expat Hotel Pool Competition at 9pm. Expat Sports Bar, Soi Taipan, Patong. expatsportsbar.com.

Phuket’s MICE market–AMCHAM The island’s growing MICE market (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) is a key segment which can help Phuket attract quality visitors. American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) has organized a tourism event focusing on how to sustainably grow MICE business. A series of presentations from the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and the private sector will lead on into an open session during which the audience will be able to exchange ideas with the speakers and other tourism industry members in attendance. Speakers include: Supawan Teerarat, Director – Vice President Strategic and Business Development, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) Welf Ebeling, Vice President, APAC – Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Mark Simmons, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Asia-Pacific – Outrigger Hotels and Resorts Shine PR’s, Natasha Eldred will serve as moderator. The event is open to the public and presents a tremendous opportunity for those associated with hotels, tourism and the service industry to learn more about Phuket’s MICE sector and how this important segment can contribute to the island’s focus in generating quality visitors versus quantity. Agenda: 4 pm - Registration 4.30 pm - Presentation 6 pm - Networking with cash bar. Please call 02 254 1041 ext 212

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

SAT

15 MAR

SENSATIONAL SATURDAY @ THE WESTIN A delicious way to enjoy your Saturday. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pasta and pizzas freshly prepared to your order. Choose from a great selection of delicious home made pasta sauces and pizzas. Every Saturday at Prego by the Beach. THB550++ per person. Kids 4-12 years old get 50% discount. For reservations, please call 076 335 600 or email: fb.phuket@westin.com

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

BBQ at Expat Hotel Time 8pm, Expat Sports Bar, Expat Hotel, Soi Taipan, Patong. www.expatsportsbar. com.

SUN

16 MAR

Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Every Saturday Night, Num Noi Singpatong, the head trainer and owner of Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Gym in Patong Beach, has been launching an elite fight series “Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi Saturday Night Fight” in Patong Boxing Stadium (Sai Nam Yen), where top international fighters will compete. Visit the official website at www.patong boxingstadium.com.

Live Seafood & Jazz Sunday Brunch at Banyan Tree

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 otools-phuket.com.

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

MON

17 MAR

The Good Shepherd Merchandise Shop Open

CATCH OF THE DAY @ THE WESTIN Indulge in a variety of seafood and rock lobster buffet, choose the day’s freshest catch on the live grill. Enjoy a fantastic selection of gourmet dishes, Andaman seafood on ice and delicious desserts. Every Friday 6pm-10:30pm at Seasonal Tastes. THB1,400++ per person. Kids 4-12 years old get 50% discount. For reservations, please call 076 335 600 or email: fb.phuket@westin.com

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.

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 cooking stations, refreshing drinks and good company. Balloon artists entertain the little ones with face painting and kid activities. 12pm - 3 pm. B1,400++ per adult, B700++ per child (Ages 5-12). 076 396 433.

Thai market night Experience an authentic taste of Thailand and simple a wide variety of dishes prepared fresh for you. Market night price is weight of chosen items every Monday at Ban Aroi from 6.30 - 9.00 pm. For bookings, please call Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas on 076 336 900 # 781.

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BBQ All You Can Eat at Shakers

Sup Invitational Thailand

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. 7pm11pm. Located in Patong on Rat-U-Tit 200 Pee Road next to Hotel Mercure.

So excited to announce that Stand Up Projects Stand Up Paddle (SUP) event is happening again on Sunday 23rd March, ‘SALT’ Beach Club, Surin Beach, Phuket Thailand. Starts 12pm - all afternoon with after party at SALT. Elite, fun, family & team races.Entertainment & games for the whole family, restaurant & bar facilities. Registration at info@standupprojects.com, +66 82 519 3282

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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.

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Trang Music Festival Don’t miss your chance to join the Biggest Concert in Southern Thailand, Songkran party on the beach. Monday 14th April, 2014. Gate open 13.00 pm. Show time 17.00pm - 02.00am.Ticket Price 1,000 THB. Call center 083 449 6398

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Andaman Food @ Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong Andaman Food (Monthly Event on 28th March 2014) If you enjoy seafood don’t pass this place by (Mix Bistro Restaurant) with Andaman Food, the place you can find seafood market prices and market fresh only Baht 350 net/person . Wide variety of unlimited choices of fresh seafood which will be cooked and prepared to your liking on Friday, 28th March 2014 @18.3022.00 Hrs. Reservation recommended. Phone: 081 171 0143

Battle of the Young Bands 2014

BBQ Ribs All You Can Eat

Battle of the Young Bands event is coming back again on 4th May 2014 at Hard Rock Cafe’ Phuket. The competition starts from 3.00pm. - 7.00pm. The winner will get 25,000THB cash!!! To join the competition / for more information please contact info@ legendmusic.net.

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

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All you can eat BBQ 399 Baht @ Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong All you can eat BBQ 399 Baht & Pitcher of Bubbly 450 Baht Finding a great all-youcan-eat BBQ only Baht 399 net/person at Centra Ashlee Hotel. A great choices of salad, a barbecue with prawns, squid, fish, and mussels, beef, chicken, pork cuts for meat lovers and tropical food everyday @ Mix Bistro Restaurant start 18.30-22.30 hrs. Plus enjoy every day and night with a pitcher of bubbly serving with a choice of tapas 450 Baht @ Air Rooftop Bar & Lounge (from 19.00-22.30 hrs.). It’s just an extraordinary value for money in a busy & stunning area of Patong. Phone: 081 171 0143

Moe’s Jazz Trio Every Night Jazz at Boathouse, Special 4 courses Jazz set dinner on Friday nights. Ticket price THB1,500++. To make a reservation Tel:076-330-015-7 or e-mail:fb@ boathousephuket.com.

The Youth Talent Competition BBQ Steak night Enjoy flame-grilled steak, cooked to perfection and served with fresh selections from our buffet BBQ night THB 1,190++ per person. Free children under 7 and half price for 7 to 12 yrs old every Wednesday at Panache from 6.30 to 10.00 pm. For bookings, please call Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas on 076 336 900 # 781.

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The Youth Talent Competition is being held again on Friday 28th of March at Boat Avenue shopping complex in Cherngtalay. The competition starts at 6.00pm and runs until 9.00pm. Cash prizes of THB 5,000 for the winner, THB 3,000 for 2nd place and THB 2,000 for 3rd place. There is a THB 500 entry fee and the competition is limited to only 30 contestants, so hurry and get your entries in early. Email: papa@ legendmusic.net

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

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1. If ‘air’ is 28, what is ‘fire’? 2. Which Phuket tambons are named after the Heroines? 3. Name Katy Perry’s current chart hit. 4. Phuket FC have won their first League and Cup matches this season. Against whom? 5. Who is the leader of the anti-government PDRC? Answers below right.

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Number of human words and actions the average dog can understand.

Percentage of people who say that bad breath is an instant turn-off.

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Tulip bulbs sent by the Netherlands to Canada every year as thanks for Canada’s help in World War II.

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Number of people who took part in the world’s biggest ever sex orgy, in Japan last year.

This beautiful male Persian cat belongs to Martine Dambrin. His name is Caramel, he’s 15 years old and his favourite food is tuna fish. He loves to be cuddled all the time, and when Martine takes a long shower, Caramel waits at the bathroom entrance with an impatient and bored look on his face! Want to see your pet here? Email photos to editor1@classactmedia.co.th

This week in history ■■ March 14, 1964

A jury in Dallas finds Jack Ruby guilty of killing Lee Harvey Oswald, the assumed assassin of US President John F Kennedy. ■■ March 15, 44 BC The Ides of March: Roman Dictator Julius Caesar is assassinated by a group of Senators. ■■ March 16, 1872 Wanderers FC beat Royal Engineers 1-0 in London to win the first Football Association Cup final. ■■ March 17, 1985 Serial killer Richard Ramirez, aka the “Night Stalker”, commits his two murders in Los Angeles. He will go on to kill at least 12 others. ■■ March 18, 1892 Canada’s former Governor General Lord Stanley pledges to donate a silver cup for the best ice hockey team in Canada. Teams still compete today for the Stanley Cup. ■■ March 19, 1962 Bob Dylan releases his first album, Bob Dylan, on the Columbia Records label. ■■ March 20, 1916 Albert Einstein publishes his general theory of relativity, including the famous formula E=mc2. Source: Wikipedia

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PROPERTY FOR RENT The Cour tyard: Office/Shop for Rent:

ACG Cricket Ground:

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

Ground Floor space with excellent positioning on Chalong Pier Road.For more information, please call 081 416 4177 or 076 381 341, Chalong.

Upper f loor 10 m showroom frontage floor area 10 0 s m w i t h a i r/c o n s . C o nt a c t Khun Siriporn 081 691 0213, sirip orn@islandfurniture - phuket.c om, www.thecourtyard-phuket.com.

NEW FURNISHED 3 BED VILLA: Brand New Fully Furnished Modern 3Bed/3.5Bath V illa, Pr ivate G arden, Po ol & Garage. 5 min to Ao Po Grand Marina & Mission Hills Golf Course, 10 min to Thanyapura Contact 0818935270 (En/Fr), srdupouy@ gmail.com, 081 893 5270

Patong shophouse for Rent: Patong 2Shophouse low rent.Can make business,also very good location for restaurant and massage.2nd floor fully furnished as 2 bedroom apartment w 2baths.Includes furniture.Big kitchen and living area. Sidd , Email: janum0012@hotmail.com, 084 189 7696.

GOLF villa at Loch Palm: GOLF villa at www.lochpalm.com with pool on 8th hole green. Luxury 3 bedrooms with en-suites. 12 month lease. Avail 1st March. THB 55000 per month plus bond. Call Tim 0858942268, Email timshaw@bigpond.com.

House for rent:

Three bedroom, one bathroom, lock up garage, carport, on 1/2 Rai of land, 10 min from, P.I.A, beach and airport. Contact 081 892 4804 for more information.

bathroom, Chanote (Freehold), Land area 402.80M2 Living area 208 M2. Luxurious one-storey villa offers privacy and features your own garden and pool to enjoy the ambiance of outdoor tropical living. Fully furnished, large kitchen with built-in basin, stove, and cabinets. Private and Peaceful area. 9.9MB. oliver@thurmanngroup.com, Phone 087 877 2320.

Orchid Garden Resort For Sale: 18 Bungalows, 2Rai, 15MT

Pool, Office, Restaurant, Bar, Laundry Room, Sauna, Exterior Shower ans bath, fish pond, 2story, 3bd, 2bath, remodeled main house. 3 meter walls, security ststem, cable, satellite and internet, parking and in a lush garden setting. Annual turnover 5.5 MB. The sales price is 25.5MB. Land valued at 23.3MB. Located on a street with homes priced up to 50MB. Reason for sale, owner retiring. Email : jbs@ hammerintl.com, Phone : 087 275 1700

Land for sale- Mission Heights: 2 Plots of land for sale in Kata Beach Apartment Sea Views: Western 1,2&3 bedroom

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

Villa for Rent:

Cheng Talay area Large 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom set in 1.2 Rai gated garden with double carport and private pool / sala area. Long or short term rentals. B90,000 Per Month 076 272 177.

OCEAN VIEW VILLA FOR RENT: Large 5/6 bedroom, 6 bathroom villa, large gym, pool, spa & more, Best views, Close to schools, Fully furnished, Min. 12 mths. For sale 48M Baht or Rent 165K per month. visit: www.baanparagone.com. 165K, Mark Bloxwich, Mai Promwong, 56/4 M.4 Baan Para, Paklock, Thalang, Phuket, mark@bloxwich.me; mai@bizbiotech. com, 083 392 0077 or 081 956 2014.

Mission Heights. 900 Square meters 1.5 MB. and 1,050 Square meters 1.75 MB. Gated community, ready to be built. picharly@gmail.com, Phone 087 060 8400.

Rawai Pool Villa For Sale:

Condo in Marina:

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

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

Share Seaview Villa Phuket: Offer to Share Quiet and

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

3 BR LUX POOLVILL A IN NAIHARN: 3 bedroom 3

NOW AVAILABLE!!:

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

Safe SEAVIEW VILLA PHUKET Rent out self-contained, furnished living & sleeping sections. I am German, recently widowed and looking for a Female live-in companion over 50. Email:azzuro2000@gmail.com

dcondo Creek in PK for rent Brand new fully furnished condo for rent. Studio of 29.82 sq.m. Fitness, clubhouse,100-meter-swimming pool length. Great location. Starts from 11,000 THB/mnth, Tel. 076 681 188, www.plus.co.th, Email: Phuket@plus. co.th

PROPERTY FOR SALE

Land for sale: 2 rai of land in the South of Phuket. Unique location on the hills between Naiharn and Rawai, 5 mins from the beach. Panoramic view on Chalong bay and Naiharn. Easy access via private road, reputable neighborhood (German village), tropical forest. Ready project for a 3 storey villa. 3200 sq. m. Call Svetlana 086 743 4657 or Alexander +7 926 914 5555, oxum@mail.ru; samat2011@yandex.ru, Price : 18.5 million for 1 rai .

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

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Kalim Sea View, Freehold Condo for Sale: 11.9 MB 2 min walk to beach, big balcony & sunset view, 180 Sqm, 2 Ensuite Bed rooms, big living space. 089 617 2312, PhuketAREA.com - Search C146.

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Freehold 2 bed villa in Laguna: Laguna Residences, Outrigger, 2 bedroom END unit villa. FREEHOLD title!With lifetime golf membership in Laguna Golf Club and privilage card with 50% discount in Laguna restaurants and spa. Fully Furnished! Selling price : 12.950.000,- Baht Please call 080 041 4464 or email : Rental1386@ gmail.com.

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

Plots for sale in Rawai:

FOR SALE. 3 plots of 250-300 sq.m each in Rawai suitable for building villas. In a quiet street and good location. Can be sold all together or separately. Contact Izzy 086 278 8300 or Danai 090 170 0429.

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

Villa on 1 rai reduced now18MB: Private big 4 bedroom Villa near mission hills golf with guest house and maids quarter. All ensuite bathrooms. big swimming pool 8x12M, garage for 2 cars, koi ponds, European kitchen, 2x home cinema etc (price was 25MB!!) infomissionhill@gmail.com 083 643 8384.

Beautiful Villa For Sale: 4 Bedroom/4Bathroom detached villa on 164Sq.Wah with swimming pool. Superb location between ChalongPhuket Town. 8.75 Million Baht. Call for appointment to view. 089 868 5143

To w n h o u s e f o r s a l e , Chalong: Townhouse for sale in House for sale:

Cherntalay area, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, ceiling fans all through out, 2 air con units, furnished. 2.7MB, no offers. For more info - Farang - 080 323 1918, Thai 081 607 9874.

a residential complex Ananda Garden Hill, Chalong, near HomePro. Total area of 150 sqm, 2 floors, 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, 2 balconies, 2 bathrooms, study, box for car parking,full furnished, mvs97@yandex.ru, 091 805 3725.

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

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

For Sale 2 villas with this view

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.

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3 Bed Pool Villa Pa Khlok:

Situated at Ao Por, 2 modern contemporary villas. Infinity pool, 3 bedrooms, 4 bahtrooms, study, large living area, terrace and covered parking for 2 cars. Priced from 24 MB. info@thecurvephuket.com, www.thecurvephuket.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.

Beachfront Condo in Cape Panwa: Two floors 282 sq. m of

Sea View Off Plan Condominiums: 65m2 Condominium. 1

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

Sin g l e H o u se Sp e c i a l Price Rent/Sale: Nice house

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

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.

House for sale in Kathu Urgent!!!

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

Beautiful Karon Villa: Freehold House for sale:

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

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.

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.

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Patong Free Hold Condo:

G re at inve st m e nt o p p o r tunit y i n P a t o n g . I h a v e 2 N E W LY RENOVATED c ondos in same complex near Simon Cabaret. Both condos fully funished + free hold. Condo no.1 4th floor studio unit 50sqm already rented out. Condo no.2 just funished renovation 3rd floor 1 bedroom 50sqm every thing brand new. This one never use and could be your residence plus earn income from other condo.Complex has huge pool + garden and 24 hrs. security. I want 5 MB for both. Eng 085 471 9246 Thai 087 621 3405.

3 & 4 Bed Pool Villas:

Luxury Villa in Chalong: Per-

pool 6 house is two bedrom kitchen private laundry place 2 house is t h r e e b e d r o m k i tc h e n p r i vate laundry Aircon in all romms. Fully funitures 5 Min from Chalong circle about 2 rai land Price reduced from 28 milj, B24,500,000 ,Hakan, Chafa road, landchalong@gmail.com , 085 789 1773 .

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

2 Pool Villas next to PIA:

Ready to move in, villa 1 on 1,100 sqm. land, for sale B15.9 mil and villa 2 on 2,20 0 sqm. land, for sale B19.9 mil. Brand new, each with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 12 metre swimming pool, guest bungalow with 1 bedroom 1 bathroom. Perfectly located in a development with underground e l e c t r i c i t y a n d s e c u r i t y, o n l y 80 0 metres from Mission Hills golf course, less than 10 mins to airpor t, Phuket International Ac ademy and Ao Por Grand Marina. Call 081 343 0777. Email: montha_phuket@yahoo.com.

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

the best will do!!!!4 bed/pool villa in Phukets best kept gated community.410 sq.mtr villa.812 sq.mtr land.Overlooking lagoon.Beautiful.Ph: 0812704291. or thailandmls@gmail.com. Price 22.5 MB.

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

Home Office Near Thanyapura: New 2-storey home

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.

Rawai Soi Saliga Land for Sale: Land for sale, Soi Saliga

Nai Harn Baan Bua: When only

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.

Rawai - 1 rai plus 81 T/W. Telephone 089 645 5049.

LUXURY 3 BR IN 4 STAR R E S O R T: 3 b e d r o o m 4

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4 s e p a r a t e b u i l d i n g s w i t h 11 dif ferent c ustom maid ro oms, restaurant /cafeteria in a sweet and idyllic sanctuar y for the sense. Surrounded by lush green mountains and tropical forest. The Resort is an oasis of natural beauty and only a couple of minutes walking to beautiful Naiharn beach! Location Soi Naya PRICE 33.3 MB, o l i ve r @ t h u r m a n n g r o u p.c o m , 087 877 2320.

bathroom, Land area 580 m2., Spacious living quarterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feature open plan living & dining areas, a fully equipped, open-concept gourmet kitchen. The Villa comes fully furnished, Contemporary and expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces are offered, private pool. Services as Restaurant, Gym, Spa ,Maintenance ,Security and Maid. 19.8 MB, oliver@thurmanngroup. com, 087 877 2320.

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.

Seaview Land Patong:

Land & House Park, Chalong: Villa for sale, 4 Bedrooms, 250m road frontage near Bypass: 16 rai next to Phumundra,

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

3 Bathrooms, 1 Kitchen, 1 Living room, Fully furnished and equipped, Garden 240 SQM. B6.8 M Tel. 083 394 4536(Eng) /084 443 5389(Thai/Eng) flaviofurlanis@yahoo.it.

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. 29.5 MB. Size 616 Sq.M. Call 076 238 948.

Guesthouse for Lease in Patong: 12 rooms, good location Nanai

beachfron. A few minutes by boat to Phuket. Facing west to the sunset and views of Phuket. Contact: 086 278 8300 or Danai 090 1700 429.

GRAND VIEW CHALONG BAY: VILL A & L A N D: 3 bed

Sales Down Payment Dcondo Mine: 7th floor. with

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

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.

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

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

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.

For Sale-Beachfront land@ Naka: 2 rai of absolutely amazing

Large 3 Bedroom house in mature estate offering high security. (Option to build 4th bedroom)Located in a peacefull no thru road, minâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from beach. Recently renovate, available for immed move in. Chanote title, Price 12.5 MB Call 087 078 9707 Email: kiwigolfpro@outlook.com.

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.

Rawai Seaview Condo for sale: Seaview condo, freehold,

Modern Villa in Marina:

Kamala Pool Villa:

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

room, 4 bath room, 2 livingroom, 1 dinningroom, 1 kitchen (american style), 1 garage (2 cars), 1 swimming pool (10x4), 1 bed room for a maid, 1 bath room for a maid, Internet, Security 24/24, Sea view and jungle view, Total sqm 556.92, Total land sqm 581,4.24MB, a.p e ll e gr in o2810 @ gm ai l.c o m, 084 241 3387.

Family resort for sale.:

MODERN HOUSE IN KATA: Designed house, modern look, 4 bedroom, big dinnerplace, kitchen, pool, sauna, washerroom, elevator ,close to Kata Beach, quiet area. Contact Cookie for more info 088 450 0463.

Beautiful lakeview family resort in quiet area.4 apartments with each 2 bedrooms fully furnished, land include 1600sqm, company and license include, swimmingp ool, 2 garage, automatic gate and very private estate.More details please c o nt ac t 0 8 8 3 912 2 6 5 (Engli sh speaking). krisverstricht@hotmail. com.

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Hou se on Th e Cor n er for Sale: Quiet location and

Pool Villa Mission Heights: 5 year old fantastic

bungalow style (no stairs) pool villa in a small gated community 1,2km from mission hill golf club 6km to PIA, 3bed 3 1/2 bath, huge living room, large saltwater swimming pool, newly planted garden, 2 car carport, 2 telefon lines, fiberoptic internet, price 12mill./13mill. or 15mill. depending on your needs, picharly@gmail.com, 087 060 8400

only 500m from the main road. Thepkrasattri, Heroines Monument. 70sqw x 280sqm, 3 bedrooms, 2 b at h r o o m s, b i g li v i n g r o o m 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: 2.7 MB. including furnitures. Must See! jochenschmitz16@gmail.com, 081 607 8000.

House for Sale - Chalong:

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

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

2 Rai, Cherngtalay: Cheapest Seaview land for Sale: Panorama view of sea view

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.

MAI KHAO LAND

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

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

(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 1112.8MB. Rent: from 85,000 - 120,000 B/Month. 088 751 2389.

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.

Beach Land on Koh Yao Yai: Price Reduced, 4beds Villa: RAWAI PRIME LAND PLOTS: Adjacent to Mangosteen Resort, quiet residential area. 3 different sizes: 1-1-86.5 rai - 11.80 MB 2-0-87.5 rai 16.64 MB 3-0-35.5 rai - 22.50 MB Best land and best price in the area. Quick sale, price negotiable.081 536 5846. hajo_von_keller@hotmail.com

Patong Tower for Sale:

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.

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.

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

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

FOR SALE Penthouse in Rawai: 360 panoramic breathtak-

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

Villa and farmland for sale:

PAT O N G c o n d o s f o r sale: Beautiful, modern Condos/

ing views of Chalong Bay, mountain views and Big Buddha. Two bedrooms, 310 sq.m of spacious living area and balconies. Contact Izzy 0862788300 or Danai 090 170 0429.

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.

D E TA C H E D O R S E M I DETACHED: Large detached 4

Bed.4 Bath 2 en suite, 4 air con. OR 2 adjoining semi-detached. Live in one, Rent one ? Water storage with pumps. Secure Parking. Quite Soi. All in Excellent condition. B3.5M. kimera5@yahoo.com 082 738 3007.

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.

Khao Sok, 25+ rai, B400,000 per rai: 25 rai, 3 ngan in Khao Sok, Klong Sok district. B400,000 per rai. Close to Khao Sok National Park entrance. PNSS3 title, to be upgraded to Chanote soon. Phone 081 693 2759.

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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:

Seaview Land For Sale: Land located right in the heart of Chalong with panorama view of Chalong pier. Close to a number of sandy beaches; Naihan Rawai Kata and Karon. Easy access to major depar tment stores. Surrounded by public facilities including education institutes and hospitals. You will benefit from a perfect location that's rapidly increasing in value. 3 rai and 1 Ngan with Chanote title. Call 087 278 7206, 089 215 5041 e -mail: kubesjoy@ hotmail.com.

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:

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 96MB. Contact K. Peerawat: 08 4 308 8484. Email: peerawat002@hot mail.co.th

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.

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.

House for sale: Baan Manik area, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, ceiling fans all through out, 2 aic con units, furnished. 2.7MB, no offers. For more info - Farang - 080 323 1918, Thai 081 607 9874.

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.

3 Bdrm House for sale Thalang: House for sale. 3 bed 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. 3.5MB 081 737 3116.

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

New house for sale: At Siri Village, Pa Khlok, 2 flrs, 3 beds, 2 shower rms, kitchen, living & dining area, garden, car park, 2 aircons, unstair curtains, 1 furnished bedroom. 3.8MB Contact Kirana 088 760 6083. 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.

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.

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.

Luxury Condo Rent / Sale:

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.

Budget Bungalows:

Two Bungalows in Chalong.2-3 bedrooms.Close to all amenities. One has room for a pool,the other is like a rain forest. From only 2,300,000 Baht.Ph:0812704291. Email: thailandmls@gmail.com.

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 – B63,50 0 Buy: B8,50 0,0 0 0 – B11,500,000. Contact 086 268 7901 or send e-mail to: condophuket@ yahoo.com.

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RAWAI VILLA: BARGAIN PRICE

FREEHOLD - LAGOON VIEW!!!

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

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

Modern Family House for sale: Beautiful 3 bedrooms villa in Rawai. 160sqm indoor. 400sqm outdoor. Shared swimming pool. Modern villa renovated in 2011-2012. Fully furnished. For more info: phuketvilla jasmine@gmail.com

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

Conveniently located 5 minutes from all amenities including both international hospitals, Central Festival, international schools and the centre of town. Selling due to relocation. Priced to sell at 4.3 M THB including 4 air cons and all modern style furniture. Nothing more to spend. Contact (English): 084 768 0536 or (Thai): 085 888 0502

New Luxury Villa For Sale:

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

Lu xu r i o u s G o l f V i l l a @ Laguna Village: MUST BE SOLD

Sea View Land for Sale: Seaview 1 BDRM New Condo Patong: Stunning seaview,

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.

Sea View Land for Sale:

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

! 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

HIGHEND CONDO PHUKET

DUE TO DIVORCE SETTLEMENT, PA R T I N G W I T H M Y A M A Z I N G SE AVIEW STUDIO WITH UNBELIEVABLE VIEW. DESPERATE, CASH PRICE OFFER AVAILABLE. UNIT IN PHUKET’S MOST HIGHLY ANTICIPATED HIGHEND DEVELOPMENT. SERIOUS OFFERS CALL 081-8928788, 081-891-4086

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

House for sale near Central

Town house in Chanakarn houses estate. Walking distance to Central Phuket Town. 32 Sq wa. Fully furnished, air cons every room. Wooden floor,Thai/Western kitchens. Call Issarapan or A: 081 535 4839.

Beautiful Naiharn Pool Villa:

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

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SeaView near Airport: 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.

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.

Hot Price Sale- PuriAnda Villas: New Pool Villa in Rawai

2 Bed/3 Bath, Built-In & Partial fur. Private pool & jacuzzi, sala, 50 0 m.to beach Price 7.9 mil.Baht with Chanote title Tel.081 691 3029, E: kris. silanachai@yahoo.com.

Secure private hillside by Naiharn Beach. Quality furnished throughout. 3 big bedrooms, office, 4 baths, 230 sm plus carport etc. 1050 sm land. New condition. 15x4.6 m pool. Freehold. Nice. Only 17.5MB. Contact 089 727 5407, villa-sale-phuket.com.

Free Hold Condo For Sale:

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.

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).

Apartment on Golf Course: 3 Bedroom Pool Villa, Rawai:

Donsak Beachfront Land 3 Rai: 67 metres absolute beach

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

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.

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

Golf View, Kathu. Tastefully renovated large (83m2) apartment 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.

Home For Sale By Owner:

Serenity near the Beach,Chumpon: 210 sq.M Sea-View Contemporary Pool Villla: Located near Phuket

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:

town. L and: 8 5 5 sq.m. H ouse: 650sq.m. Furnished. 3 beds, 2 offices, 2 staff quarters, 1 free room. 2 Parkings. Price B38 mill.Tel: 081 895 3628 E-mail: jin_koy@yahoo.com.

Furnished House for Sale Phuket Villa 5: 3 bedroom

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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

For sale:

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

contemporary 2 story house,pool.400 M. to ThungWualen.Situated in a green belt of jungle,palm plantations,10 mins walk to the beach No traf fic jams.Chanote title.Total 2648 sq.M., Email : chitsamon@hotmail.com, Phone : 083- 391 4405.

Beaut iful L and L aguna Cher ngt alay: Chanote t it le,

Land for Sale Cherngtalay:

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

Ocean Front Villa for Sale:

One level 3 Bdr,2 Bath,fully equipped kitchen, set in private, secure surroundings and conveniently located as it’s just a 5 minutes drive to the BIS international school.Community Pool. Email : robert.anthony.krause@gmail. com, 084 851 9795.

yellow zoned, save area. Nearly 4 rai, direct from owner. Subdivided i n 6 p l o t s e a c h c a . 1, 0 0 0 s q m . ready to build. Only 7.5 MB per rai. K hun Chanc hira, 0 81 3 67 76 8 3. chanchira.panpaen@googlemail.com.

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

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

Pool villa for sale or rent:

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.

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.

Beautiful Karon Villa: Stunning,

safe, secure estate villa , close to beach, crystal clear salt water pool 3 large bedrooms, modern open living, fully furnished, freehold, everything done – enjoy the lifestyle. Phone 081 719 4688 Email : elbej@hotmail.com

Rawai Beachfront Pool Villa for Rent/Sale: Rawai

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

Absolute Beach Front Land: Songkla district near new

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

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

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.

Condominium for SALE in Patong: Freehold title, Studio type,

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

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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.

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.

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.

LUXURY 5 BED HOUSE IN LAGUNA Wonderful 5 bed house over looking the lake & Golf course in Laguna. Sale: Reduced to: 31.5 M / Rent: 190,000 P/M. Call Mick: 0848186045 - Email: mr.mickb@yahoo.com or www.silkwind.net/laguna

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Must see! Great 4bd villa: Truly exceptional 4 bd villa on the 1900 sqm land, surrounded by jungle. 10x5 m pool must see! 10 min drive to Tanyapura and to Naithon Beach. Great lovely home for large families! 084 060 7050, molokophuket.com/ buy/1999-east-residential-for-sale. info@molokophuket.com.

Seaview Condo For Sale/ R e n t : R a w a i S e av i e w c o n d o,

BEST SEAVIEW LAND-EVER!

Luxurious,Furnished. Foreign free hold.120 sqm 2 beds 2 baths. Rent 2000 baht per night. Long term 45k / month. Sale only 6.5 MB. Call: 090 408 3800, Email: adrian_troy@yahoo.com

URGENT!! SEAVIEW LAND 12 Million Baht www.phuket-land-sale.com 081 8937027

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 for Sale - Khao Lak: A beautiful 402 rai land with 860 meters of beach front in Khao Lak,Phang Nga,Chanote Title,sale all land. Ru/ En translator Call:088-7652203,0813707289, wittawat_ks@hotmail.com

Chalong Beach Front Pool Villa: Chalong Beach Front Pool Villa For Sale/Rent,3 bed rooms,area 1 rai call Siriporn 089 649 9939,email: siri_phuket @changrunner.com.

Beautiful Beachfront Land:

Rawai Great Buying: Lovely 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. B2.5M. 087 276 0529 for info.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Inexpensive land plots on East coast of Phuket for sale, 0.3 - 5 rai, some with a sea view (Bang Pae, Pa Klok, Yamu Hills). Direct sale by owner. 095 068 1672, 080 271 6484.

back of Mangosteen hotel. Very good access , road, electric, water. Size approximately 30 by 70 meters. Chanote. Contact 087 897 0501.

Patong; 50 sqm of the living area, seaview /mountain view, furnished, Pool, 24hr security, for SALE B2.8M - B3.3M. Contact 083 103 3801, 081 415 7774.

Land for Sale:

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.

Freehold Condo For Sale:

World Class Sea Views:

INEXPENSIVE LAND PLOTS:

2,200 Land, Nai Harn -12,9 min: Located in Sai Yaun 9, at the

Apartment for sale in Patong: Apartment for SALE in

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.

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

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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.

1,000sqm garden. Private 9x4m pool. Three large beds, all a/c and en suite. Big Western kitchen. Plus guest house. Furnished. Private access. Price cut for quick sale. 13,500,000, alangath@ gmail.com, 087 273 0141.

Urgent Sale: 6 rai

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

2,200 Land, Nai Harn -B10.9 million for Sale: Located in Sai Yaun 9, at the back of Mangosteen hotel. Very good access , road, electric, water. Size approximately 30 by 70 metres. Chanote. Contact 087 897 0501. aleksa@thai-evagroup.com.

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Phuket Country Club Condos: 3 Only Luxury Contemporary

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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Very Spacious European From Owner: Villa in peaceNai Harn Pool Villa For Sale: land area 336 sqm land,158 sqm interior floor, fully fitted Western kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 toilet/shower, 9x3 m pool, tropical fruit garden, chanote title, modern open design, fully furnished, 50 inch TV. B7,950,000, vankets@ gmail.com, 085 473 7812 .

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.

Yacht View Freehold RPM Condo: Gorgeous Yacht Views

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from Living, Dining, Master & Ferrari Sail Covered Patio. 2Bed 2Bath 194sqm 19.9MB Best views in Royal Phuket Marina Tel 0848519795 or 084 308 3113 A2554@icloud.com. youtu.be/7LqM7maWNgQ.

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

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Swiss Service / 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.

LIVE THE LIFESTYLE OF YOUR DREAMS International financial advisors required for south east asia finance and sales experience a huge advantage please send your CV and contact details to: info@pp-intl. com www.pp-intl.com.

FREELANCE WEB / SEO / EDITING Do you require up-dates/SEO to your site, blog or Open Cart? Also: s-engine/RSS/Blog submissions - PDF/ Photo flip shows - Web Photo Video’s etc. Email: mr.m.hopkins@gmail.com.

DMG Thailand is hiring Development Management Group Co., Ltd. is looking for the best candidates to join our successful team on a high profile hotel development project in Phuket. Thai Nationals with relevant construction experience desired. We have the following positions open:

Contracts Manager

PR & MARKETING ASSISTANT ● Assisting the PR manager with planning and implementing PR plans for the company ● Representing the company at events & exhibitions ● General Marketing and PR admin tasks

Qualifications:

● Good communication skills both in Thai & English ● Degree qualified – recent graduate welcome to apply ● Have own transport (bike or car) ● Ability to work after normal work hours and/or weekends (time in lieu will be given)

We offer:

● Competitive salary ● Social security (10%) paid by the company ● Excellent career progress opportunity ● Time in lieu for any overtime hours worked If you are professional & enthusiastic person, this is an excellent opportunity to advance in a growing & innovative media business in Phuket

For more information, call K. Mod on 076 612 550 ext. 101, or email hr@classactmedia.co.th To apply online, visit thephuketnews.com/job.php

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

Use Social Media to Help Dogs and Cats in Need! Soi Dog Foundation, the fastest growing animal welfare organization in Southeast Asia, seeks a Social Media Officer to take the lead in our Facebook page. Responsibilities include creating and publishing content on Facebook for suppor ting Soi Dog’s fund raising, adoptions and public awareness programs. The position requires excellent creative writing skills, strong computer skills including video and photographic content creation and a strong empathy for animals. This is a full time position at Soi Dog’s animal shelter in Mai Khao, Phuket, Thailand. A visa and work permit will be arranged. Please send a CV and a cover letter that explains why you are qualified to: gregg@soidog.org.

HR, david@dmg-thailand.com, 076 617 763.

Business Development Executive We are searching for Thai nationals to fill our position as Area Business Development Executive to manage our list of customers in Phuket, Krabi and Khao Lak. Applicants should be fluent in English and have previous sales experience in Horeca. Must own a vehicle for business travel within the region. Email:hr@pin naclegastro.com

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’.

TV PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

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Phuket News TV, a division of Class Act Media, is looking for a new member of staff who wants to learn everything about the production of video material - camerawork, video editing, studio and live recording. You will be part of a small, dynamic team and will be an important contributor to the weekly content from Phuket News TV. Previous industry experience is not necessary. But it is important to have an interest in digital broadcasting, video production and telling stories through the medium of video. Experience with shooting video material and digital editing software would be an advantage. Phuket News TV use Sony HD cameras and edit primarily on the Apple platform with Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro. For more information, call K. Mod on 076 612 550 ext. 101, Interested candidates are invited to apply online at or email hr@classactmedia.co.th thephuketnews.com/cv_form.php To apply online, visit thephuketnews.com/job.php

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PR & Marketing at The View Condominium Female 20 - 3 5, J ob description: Promote, contact, PR to prospective customers on our booth, Coordinate with recruiter, Collaborate with team, Language: English and Russian or English and Chinese. Call 081 666 6622, 086 439 9996. Email: sales@theviewphuket.com, info@theviewphuket.com.

Looking for Freelance Graphics Designer for occasional projects using Photoshop, In Design and Illustrator programmes. Contact Simone on marketing@sea-bees. com or call 083 596 0018.

Quantity Surveyor

- The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures.

PR & Marketing - The View

Freelance Graphics Designer

- The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successful contracts work in a construction environment.

Responsibilities :

Qualifications: ·Bachelor’s degree + qualified teacher status. ·Accredited qualifications for working with young children. ·First language English speaker, plus the ability to teach other language . ·Expected to play at least 2 musical instruments. ·Between 35 to 47 years old, Female Experience: ·Minimum 7 years experience as Private Tutor. ·Minimum 3 years teaching experience preferably as a qualifiedteacher. Rationale: ·The purpose is to support the family in personal growth and development of the children. ·The focused on the manners, etiquette, well being and educational progress of the children. ·The post will have a significant influence on the children’s personality development and always ensure their wellbeing. Pls contact Carol 081 978 0090 or email me carolgarciastudio@gmail.com.

Web Developer Genkan Creative is looking to expand its international team. We are looking for a self-motivated, highly creative individual to work with our international team creating world class web applications. Candidates are expected to have the following experience; Thai Nationality Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Web Development Knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP Minimum 2 years’ experience working with Wordpress Knowledge of SEO a plus Knowledge of graphic design tools. E.g Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop a plus Knowledge of Facebook Apps a plus Expected Salary between 25,000 – 30,000 THB depending on experience. Candidates should send their CV to tpb@genkan.com.au.

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Experience and CV Resident Phuket Apply ghostphuket@gmail.com.

Graphic Designer wanted Genkan Creative is looking to expand its international team. We are looking for a self-motivated, highly creative individual to work with our international team creating world class web applications. Candidates are expected to have the following experience; Thai Nationality 3 years’ experience in Web graphic design Knowledge of HTML & CSS Knowledge of graphic design tools. E.g Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop Knowledge of Wordpress a plus Expected Salary between 20,000 – 30,000 THB depending on experience. Candidates should send their CV & Portfolio to tpb@genkan. com.au.

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Qualifications:

The Phuket News is looking for a Thai reporter to join

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the news desk. This is an exciting position that offers

● Excellent communication and negotiation skills in Thai and English.

great career prospects for the right candidate

The successful candidate must:

● Highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude.

● Be a Thai national

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

● Have a hunger for the news

We offer:

● Be a proficient photographer

● Competitive salary, bonuses and travel expenses.

● Have a willingness to learn

● A friendly work environment.

● Have good English writing skills

● Social security paid by the company.

● Be willing to work to deadlines

● Excellent career progress opportunities.

● Be a strong communicator

For more information, call K. Mod on 076 612 550 ext. 101, or email hr@classactmedia.co.th To apply online, visit thephuketnews.com/job.php

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

Glass bottom Looker 320 New Dehler 29 New Varianta 37:

Max Value – Min Price 37’ yacht built by Hanse and designed by Judel/Vrolijk at a 32’ price. Performance 2/3 Cabin Layout. Base Price €74,900 ex Fact 0813701995 inq@sea-yss.com.

This 29’ yacht performs well and has a high quality 2 Cabin fit-out. An ideal family boat with Options & Delivery to Phuket. THB 3,500,000 app. Contact: inq@sea-yss.com www.sea-yss.com - 0813701995

Glass bottom cruise boat for sale. Length 9.5m, beam 3.7, passenger capacity 22, speed up to 40 knots, dural/composite hull. Engine Mercruiser 320 hp. Fuel tank for 150 l, consumption 50 l, consumption 50 l / 100 km. Front transparent windshield, bottom glass 3x2 m, hydrofoil, toilet + shower, navigation. Built in 2011, excellent condition. Sell for 9MB or barter for villa/apartment. pervadim@yandex.ru

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

Crownline 320 LS 50 kts B o w r i d : Ve r y f a s t - n i c e s p o r t boat,2x350 MPI engines, year 2009, like new, lifetime hull warantty, only 100 working engine hours, Thai flag, tax payed. Only 3M THB, Airberth 0,5 M THB seperately. yacht@elas.si.

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

Boat Sales and Charters:

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.

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

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.

Hanse 325 Max 2014:

A new premium Hanse with Sail Away options included - less than THB 4,500,000 in Phuket 0813701995 inq@sea-yss.com www.sea-yss.com, Person : Inq, inq@ sea-yss.com, 081 370 1995.

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

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

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

NEW ZODIAC 420 YACHTLINE: SPECIAL OFFER FROM MAX MARINE ASIA – A great sporty RIB, designed as a tender/people carrier for a larger vessel of approximately 70 feet. A smooth, fast ride guaranteed from the world’s most famous inflatable boat brand. -Hypalon tubes -Honda 50hp EFI 4 Stroke outboard -Boat cover FOR SALE AT 750,000 THB Contact Craig Murphy on 081-9700583 Or, Paul Stamp on 08-40 60 70 20 www.maxmarine.asia.

P r i v a t e L u x u r y Ya c h t Char ters: Luxur y day & overnight yacht char ters with crew & chef on board. Rates from 64,000 b a h t p e r d a y. Te l . 0 8 9 9 710 2 7 8 , www.yacht-charter-thailand.com.

BOAT & CAR FOR SALE!!: 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$90K. 085 3780 498, yacht.antaia@gmail.com.

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

H Y PA LO N D I N GY 3 . 3 M: Brand-new with UV cover and storage cover, pump, oars, kits. Only B110,000 Email: eddyelan@yahoo.com 089 971 0278, Eddie.

Boat: Swedish impor ted Buster XL maid by aluminum 2 scow, Suzuki 4 stroke outboard Engine used only 200hrs, Brenderup-trailer + wakeboard + all needed accessories. Car: Mitsubishi Triton 4 wheel, only 6 years old. Boat and Car sells as a package or separate. For more information please contact: 087-8772320 or E-mail: oliver@ thurmanngroup.com, B1,350,000.

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Company for sale - Owner retiring Well known 12 year established company specializing in sales and rental of containers, site/sales offices, Porta Loos as well as Self Storage. Customer base includes Tesco Lotus, Laguna, Marriot, Boat Lagoon and many more. Enormous potential for expansion and export. A conservative value of company assets exceed 11MB which is included in the sale price of 14MB. Call Gordon 081 892 4804, www. safewayasia.com.

Steppa Fiberglass 32 feet Flybridge two 200 hp Yamaha outboard engines. Ideal for diving and tours. B850,000. Call 081 894 2124.

Speed Boat For Sale:

44’ Yacht - 8 berth layout with two bathrooms, B&G instruments and many options with Delivery to Phuket. THB 6,950,000, inq@sea-yss.com, www.sea-yss.com, 081 370 1995.

New Varianta 44’:

Business for sale Bertram 505 Conver for sale: SPEEDBOAT FOR SALE:

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

13 Metre Wooden Hull Cruiser: Cap. 17 PAX. Wooden

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

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

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.

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.

For further info email samos1941@gmail.com.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Car, Bike, Internet, Game shop: Car and Motorbike Rental

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new range of Sealine Sports and Flybridge, both 380 and 450. For details of this exciting new range Contact: inq@ sea-yss.com - www.sea-yss.com - 081 370 1995.

2009 POWER CATAMARAN: 45ft. 4 cabins. Volvo D- 4 IPS 300. Genset. Aircon. “Bose” surround. Raymarine. Low hours. Fully loaded. Fast and economical. As new. Bargain. Only 339,000 euros. Email: eddyelan@yahoo.com 089 971 0278, Eddie.

Business For Sale

Nice location 1km. from the beach and pier. Chanote title. Walking distance to many shop. 2 story, 9room and 6bath. Upstairs:4bd with baths for rent. Downstairs:5rooms and 2bath, 2kitchen, restaurant, bar, beauty salon etc.Entrance from the front and back. Only 8.9 MB. Call: 081 270 6310

Rawai Restuarant for Sale:

Land area approx 3,800 sqm. Main road with twin house in compound. Big garden, mangoes, tamarind, banana trees and a large restaurant in middle. Good lease and low rent. Price : 1.3 MB. Khun Asok, Rawai. big_redchili@ yahoo.com, 089 646 7176.

Coffee shop/cafe/bar for sale: URGENT-fully equipped and

licensed,you walk in I walk out,can be changed to bar,2nd flr 3 bed a/c ff acc.3rd flr covered open area,2 x Honda clicks 4 rent,cheap rent paid to 2014. Price: 400K, rjpooklook@ hotmail.com, 094 316 1461.

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.

with Internet and Gaming Shop. Well established, for sale 2 Million THB. bargain, near Rawai beach. Contact Mr. Brown 081 090 9640 e-mail: info@ phuket-car-rentals.de.

Bar for sale: Very Busy Mushroom

Thai food in Patong close to beach and main shopping Jungceylon. First class equipment included pizza oven. Main road location, 350 sqm. Good lease cheap rent. Owner health problem must sell URGENT . Only 8 MB! kingcable_aaa@hotmail.com 0870 368 551.

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.

Laundry shop for sale: Laun-

Sale Bar, Hotel + 1 Shop Rawai Beach: Land plot 700 sq

Reduced for quick sale: 2 rai prime development land near Villa Market & the new Central Festival site, Laguna/ Bangtao area. Long registered leases THB 1,800,000. Minimal ground rent. Contact 087 884 0644.

Restaurant for Sale Urgent!: Seafood Europain and

dry shop for sale located in The Promenade Plaza Nanai Rd Patong. Free deposit, free key money, Three month rent free sign contract direct to owner of Plaza. K. Jeeppy, 093 160 6566, The_promenade@hotmail.com

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

Russian Cuisine Restaurant:

Russian restaurant for sale. Located in the middle of Kata beach. Advertising on Radio and TV. Fully equipped and staffed. Price : B3,000,000, Konstantin, vladim1r@me.com, 082 417 2444.

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

profitable business lease 4.7M. Fully refurbished, 6 year contract (fully pre-paid). Low rent. Busy soi 2 minutes from the beach. 5 beautiful ensuite rooms. Sports bar, fully fitted kitchen and restaurant area. Account available. Tel: 081 891 9461 / livingroom-phuket.com.

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New stadium to bring big shows MARTIAL ARTS J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

Phuket FC fans will be hoping their team comes away with all three points against visiting side TTM-Customs on Sunday (March 16). Photo: J.P. Mestanza

Ronin snare Lions MATCH PREVIEW

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TM-Customs return to Yamaha League-1 in 2014 with new colours and nickname – “Klong Toey Lions”. The changes must suit them as they’ve won two straight matches this season, good enough for second place on the table with six points. TTM Head Coach Jatuporn Pramolbal may apply a strong pressing game to lock down Phuket FC’s key players before they can drive the play. TTM will likely use sandwich tactics before locking down the defense to shut out The Ronin’s creative players, and force Phuket into a less effective

and unfamiliar kick-and-rush game. TTM’s Moroccan centre back Sidqy El Mehdi (2) is a tall defender who dominates in the air. This likely spells doom if Phuket fall into the long ball trap. Phuket will have to instead try their best to stick to their ground and one-two pass plays to drive them goalwards. However, the biggest threat is on the byline, where TTM’s Yuichi Yamauchi (17), the small Japanese winger, will give Phuket’s Dusit Nongpratum a run for his money while setting up crosses for his teammate Lassana Sidibe (22) to swoop in for the kill. Teco’s decision to debut Tales Dos Santos at centre back along with Sampan Damsuk in the Ang Thong game didn’t yield the result he hoped for. Tales was less than impressive, and Sampan didn’t make any differ-

ence. Teco could return to the original big-four that functioned better in past games. Yusuke Sato and Samsen Nima might be a better pair against TTM’s speedy attackers regardless. Up front, Sakareya Kolae and Eber on the right side could be Teco’s attacking preference. TTM have had problems with counter attacks in past games, so if Teco chooses to use high speed strikers and fast players on the wings, then Phuket could have a good chance to gain three points. This should be a fun game as Phuket need a win to boost the spirit of the team, while TTM will probably be cautious and hope for one point from Surakul.

Kaze’s prediction: Phuket FC 1-0 TTM-Customs

MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS are coming to Phuket’s combat scene with the opening of the new Tad Ied Stadium on March 11 in Chalong ushering in the inaugural Muay Thai Andaman League show. To be contested by a dozen fighters from around Southern Thailand, the Andaman League will host weekly Muay Thai fights every Tuesday until mid-May. Though each fight night will feature seven to nine bouts, only two bouts a night will feature tournament fighters in the knock-out competition until a champion is crowned, with a target final date of May 17. “This road [Soi Tad Ied] has many Muay Thai gyms with good fighters and we want to showcase that here with this stadium,” says Mr Kusol Thanangpol, one of five organisers behind the event and stadium. But the Andaman League is just a launching point for

even bigger ambitions, as Kusol explains that the goal is to eventually make the stadium – and the area surrounding it – part of a “convention centeresque” experience. Plans for a mixed martial arts show at the new stadium have already been discussed with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), which have given the go-ahead for a cagefighting event sometime within the next five months. The MMA show would consist of mostly foreigners, taking advantage of the crop of gyms on Soi Tad Ied – Tiger Muay Thai and Phuket Top Team – both of which offer high-level MMA training. Mr Kusol also said that the addition of AKA in Rawai, another MMA gym connected to UFC champions and contenders, would also help build the potential of MMA in Phuket. Organisers hope that the stadium – which will be expanded from 800 to 1,000 seats by May – will also be home to cabaret shows, exhibitions and other events. Construction on retail space and hotels surrounding the stadium are already underway in anticipation of what is to come.

Costly blunder as Ronin lose to Ang Thong FOOTBALL PHUKET FC SUFFERED their first loss of the season last Saturday (March 8) losing 2-1 away at Ang Thong FC thanks to a blunder by goalkeeper Adisak Duangsri. The Ronins struck first in

SAILING SPIRITS The Ao Chalong Yacht Club held

its Open Day last Saturday (March 8) inviting all sailing novices to try their hand at dinghy sailing and kayaking for free, while also introducing the club’s facilities and membership options. The ACYC, located near Chalong Pier, is open for all ages and skill levels. They also hold regular competitions and events. More info: acyc.asia. @thephuketnews

the 60th minute after Christian Alex, coming on as a substitute for Ney Fabiano, broke through the Ang Thong defence and slipped the ball past the goalkeeper. Ang Thong would answer back in the 73rd minute with a goal by Argentine striker Gaston Raul Gonzalez.

Then, five minutes later, Monthon Phonnok, caught Phu ket ke e p e r’ Ad i s a k Duangsr i off-g uard and knocked the ball loose from his hands before driving it home. With three points from the first two matches, Phuket FC currently sit in 10th place in

Yamaha League-1. Phuket FC’s next match is this Sunday (March 16) at Surakul Stadium against TTM-Customs, who have won their first two games of the season. Kick-off is at 6:30pm. The Phuket News is a proud sponsor of Phuket FC.

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2014 AFL PREVIEW Today marks the start of the 2014 AFL season, which is sure to bring twists and turns as all 18 teams vie for a trip to the Grand Finals on September 27. The field of contenders looks tougher than ever

rivals Carlton, the Tigers play a brash brand of football that relies on a strong defense. Daniel Jackon and captain Trent Cotchin can easily push this team to a top four finish and perhaps even a trip to the Preliminary Finals. Like fine wine, the Tigers just get better with time.

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Adelaide Crows Despite losing m a i n for wa r d Kurt Tippet to Sydney and fellow forward Taylor Walker to a nasty knee injury, the Crows still boast a formidable forward line with Patrick Dangerfield and Josh Jenkins. With the addition of Eddie Betts and James Podsiadly from Premiership side Geelong, the Crows are set to rise again after missing out on last year’s Grand Final by only five points.

Brisbane Lions Calling 2014 a rebuilding year for Brisbane might be a stretch, but the team can only go up after losing five young players. The signing of the experienced Trent West from Geelong was big for the club, and could help mentor the team’s young talent. New coach Justin Leppitsch can build a foundation with James Aish as a future star. Still, this is Jonathan Brown’s last year and the Lions would be wise to send off the veteran on a high note.

Carlton Blues It’s only a matter of time before Patrick Cripps fulfills his superstar potential, and with the addition of Dale Thomas from Collngwood, the Blues look poised to finish much higher than last year’s 6th place, where they made the semi finals. This season could bring a big leap forward under second year coach Mick Malthouse, as long as the Carlton attack holds up.

Collingwood Magpies Muscled out of an Elimination Final by a desperate Port Adelaide side last year, the Magpies were missing club champion Dayne Beams for three-quarters of the season and had been dysfunctional, to say the least. This season, the addition of Jessie White and Taylor Adams, as well as a healthy Beams, should make Collingwood a strong enough squad to at least improve upon their 14-win season.

Essendon Bombers

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St. Kilda Saints

ma, Essendon had a solid 2013 and improved upon their 11-win season back in 2012. Now with Mark Thompson at the helm, the Bombers are in great position to finish in the top four if off-the-field issues don’t derail those plans. Workhouse captain Jobe Watson is expected to carry a heavy load once again, with Brendon Goddard up for another solid year.

Fremantle Dockers For a club with such short history, the Fremantle Dockers certainly made 2013 count with a trip to the Grand Final. Despite their heartbreaking 15 point loss to Hawthorn, the Dockers look poised to make another Grand Final appearance under talented coach Ross Lyon. Nathan Fyfe, who was overlooked for the All-Australian selection, is set for another good year barring injury.

Geelong Cats Coming just short of the Grand Final in a 5 point loss to Hawthorn in the Preliminary Final, Geelong had a consistent season and lost only four games all year. Promising young players offer hope for 2014, as Josh Caddy, Allen Christensen, Daniel Motlop, and Billie Smedts will be looking to give opposing teams fits of frustration. Last year, Captain Joel Selwood won his second Carji Greeves Medal, a testament to his leadership and footballing skills. Geelong will look to spoil everyone’s plans in 2014.

Gold Coast Suns Going into their fourth season in the AFL, the Suns don’t seem far

away from becoming legitimate contenders. A fearsome squad consisting of Jager O’Meara, Harley Bennell, Sam Day and Charlie Dixon will prove troublesome for opposing teams – especially during homesmatches. With wins over Collingwood and North Melbourne last year, the Suns seem to be on the right track.

GWS Giants Can you say “also-ran”? Greater Western Sydney came away with only one victory in 2013, their second year in AFL play. Promising young forward Jeremy Cameron looks poised to take the next step in his game, and could take the pressure off Callan Ward. New coach Leon Cameron could bolster the team’s play by including experienced recruits Heath Shaw, Shane Mumford and Josh Hunt. Still, it’s not hard to improve upon a one-win season. Time will tell if the Giants can step it up.

Hawthorn Hawks What can you say about the defending AFL champions? A team that won 19 games in 2013, losing only three, and has bolstered their backline with the addition of Brian Lake, Hawthorn are one of the most offensive teams of the modern era and have an ability to score seemingly at will. Losing key player Lance Franklin was tough, but the inclusion of big boy Ben McEvoy should more than make up for it, and also make them less predictable up front.

Melbourne Demons The oldest club in the world, Mel-

bourne had a horrible start to their 2013 campaign that led to the sacking of coach Mark Neeld. The Demons’ new coach Paul Roos should be an improvement, even though they lost Colin Sylvia to Fremantle. New recruits Viv Michie, Dom Tyson and Bernie Vince could help improve a squad that won only two games in 2013. It can’t get any worse, right?

North Melbourne Kangaroos Despite a promising start to the season, the Kangaroos slipped away during a number of close losses and finished with an unremarkable 10-12 record in 2013. The Kangaroos have the unfortunate ability of wilting while possessing a lead. In 2014, coach Brad Scott hope Daniel Wells and Scott Thompson can possibly lead North Melbourne over the hump and finally finish over .500 for 2014.

Port Adelaide Power

In his first year as coach, Ken Hinkley improved the squad’s defense and allowed Kane Cornes, Hamish Hartlett and Robbie Gray to lead by example. While the team needs youngsters Jake Neade and Ollie Wines to step up, they still have enough in them to upset several teams and make the Preliminary Finals. The team is led by a strong coach whose mind for tactics could spur them into a top four finish.

Richmond Tigers

The Tigers finally delivered on their potential in 2013 with a 15-win season, good enough for a fifth place finish. Despite a heartbreaking Elimination Final loss to arch

A five-win season was not what Saints fans had hoped for in 2013, especially after a 10-win 2012 season. Still, there were some bright spots as Jack Steven had a breakout year in midfield. For 2014, new coach Alan Richardson will have to do without long-time club stalwart Nick Del Santo who left for North Melbourne. The addition of Billy Longer and Luke Delaney might give the team two more wins, but much more might be asking too much.

Sydney Swans It was a wishywashy 2013 for the Swans, especially after winning the Premiers crown the year before. Still, with players like Mark Hannaberry, Keiran Jack and Josh Kennedy in the fold, the team could be poised to make another strong run towards the Grand Final. The addition of superstar Lance Franklin could put Sydney over-the-top, and put them in a position to finish better than last year’s fourth place.

West Coast Eagles It was a slippery 2013 season for the Eagles as they lost most of their homes games, leading to the resignation of coach John Worsfold. Still, with former North Melbourne player Adam Simpson now on board as coach, and Matt Priddis’ consistent form as well as the addition of Elliot Yeo, it would be a major disappointment if the Eagles didn’t at least finish in the top 10.

Western Bulldogs In 2013, the Bulldogs improved by winning three more games than the previous season, finishing in 15th place. Youngster Tom Liberatore returns to play with midfielder Ryan Griffen, which can only improve the team’s attack. Big man Will Minson gives the team options heading into 2014, and the Bulldogs are certainly ready to take the next step and improve upon thephuketnews

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Skate dream hinges on SUP showcase SUP Simon Samaan at gully, Shoieb Mustaq keeping, as Martin Platts brings up his 50 with a boundary. Photo: Michael Way

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aguna remained undefeated and reclaimed top spot in the Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) Cricket League by defeating The Village on Sunday (March 9) at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG). Batting first, Laguna openers Darren Shaw (6) and Manish Sadarangani (22) had a steady start until Shaw was caught in the 6th over. By the first break, Laguna looked to be heading for a collapse with

4 down for 57 runs. Then came their two most experienced players in Sameer Khan and Stuart Reading. The duo took it to the Village bowlers with a 74 run partnership from just 47 balls. Khan eventually fell (30 runs), but Reading (63) was involved in another 35 run partnership with Sami (11) until both fell in the 28th over. Languishing at 9 for 175, a last wicket stand of 36 runs by Laguna tail-enders, Sami Ali (14 not out) and Waqar Bhatt (18) ensured a respectable total of 211 runs. Pick of the bowlers for The Village were Craig Patterson

(4 wickets for 30) and Divan Mydeen (3 wickets for 47) For The Village, the possibility of an early collapse began with the scalp of Martin Foster (0) in the first over. Kevin Quilty (5) followed in the 11th over then Simon Pettigrew (19) and Peter Coceni (21). What followed was probably unexpected by everyone, Martin Platts who is more renowned for his bowling, batted out an excellent innings scoring 56 runs from 44 balls including 9 fours to some raucous applause from all at the ground. Tom Gordon followed

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PHUKET UNITED, THE island’s pro futsal team, triumphed 6-1 over Siam Navy Futsal Club last Sunday (March 9), in front of about 1,200 supporters at the Saphan Hin Indoor Gymnasium in Phuket Town. Phuket were underdogs going into the match in sixth place with three wins and two losses, compared to Siam Navy

in third place with three wins and two draws. However, the Andaman Pearl were clearly the better team, scoring three goals before and after the half time break with a hat-trick from Thanakorn Penpakul, along

with goals by Jackson Santos, Edson “Gugu” Silva and Boonlit Kumkrong. Navy’s last minute consolation goal was a brilliant missile from mid-pitch scored by Thai futsal sensation, Jesada Chudet. The win elevated Phuket to third place (12 points) in the 16-team league, just behind Nonthaburi (13 points) and 2013 AFC futsal champions, Chonburi (18 points). Phuket United’s next match will be on March 15, an away fixture against FTPL newcomers, Uthaithani.

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with an undefeated 38 runs including a massive 6 onto the clubhouse roof. Platts was finally dismissed in the 33rd over and Laguna then quickly finished off the Village tail-enders and secured another win to reclaim the top spot. Pick of the bowlers for Laguna was Mushtaq (4 wickets for 13 runs) in a man of the match performance which included 2 catches and 2 runouts. This Sunday (March 16) sees the Village vs Patong starting at 10am. For more information, visit phuketcricketgroup.com

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ORGANISERS ARE HOPING that their Stand Up Projects SUP Invitational event on March 23 brings the island closer to realising their dream: opening a skatepark in Phuket. “Everyone, including the Or Bor Tor, understand that using sport is a great way to have a different avenue for kids. The skatepark is sorely needed here since we have so many skaters on the island,” said organiser Tim Campbell. The SUP (stand-up paddle) event, which takes place off Salt Beach Club on Surin Beach starting at noon, is a way to raise money for the community skatepark. Last year’s event saw 120 competitors and raised B80,000 from food sales and registration fees, but was well

under their goal of over B1 million. Campbell explains that, while locals have expressed an interest in a specific track of land in Surin, they are open to having the skatepark anywhere on the island “If land popped up somewhere else, then we are all for it,” he said, “The whole idea for this event is to bring the community together for a community cause,” Campbell said. Thailand’s first SUP champion will also be crowned on March 23, while the event will also feature a demonstration of SUP yoga. “This event will have a festival feel and is going to continue annually. [SUP] is something for everyone,” Campbell said. For more information, call Tim Campbell on 082 519 3282 or email info@standupprojects.com. The Phuket News is a proud sponsor of this event.

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Man U shutout West Brom FOOTBALL

anchester United kept their fading hopes of Champions League qualification flickering with a breezy 3-0 victory at West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on Saturday. Goals from Phil Jones, Wayne Rooney and Danny Welbeck gave United backto-back league wins for the first time since December, following their 2-0 success at Crystal Palace last month. Victory took the defending champions to within nine points of fourth-place Manchester City, although they have played two more games, while Pepe Mel’s West Brom remain just above the relegation zone in 17th place. “I thought our forward play was very good,” United manager David Moyes told BT Sport. “I thought both Robin [van Persie] and Wayne were excellent today, and Juan Mata and Adnan [Januzaj]. But it also needed a good defensive performance as well, so all round we were pleased.” United’s last game at The Hawthorns had been Alex Ferguson’s final match as manager and his successor was looking for a reaction to his side’s shock 2-0 loss to Olympiakos in the Champions

Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney scores past West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster during their EPL football match at The Hawthorns. Photo: AFP/Paul Ellis League. United broke through in the 34th minute after a wide free-kick on the right side gave Van Persie an opportunity to whip a cross into the box and Jones stole in front to beat Foster with a glancing nearpost header. West Brom forced United onto the back foot early in the second half, with Zoltan Gera testing David De Gea at his near post and Mata hooking away a low cross from Anichebe. However, United tightened their grip on proceedings in the 65th minute, with Rooney

nodding in a cross from Rafael at the back post to claim his 11th league goal of the campaign. Gera worked De Gea again as West Brom probed for a path back into the game, but Welbeck killed off the home fans’ hopes of a comeback in the 82nd minute when he ran onto Rooney’s through ball to curl a shot past Foster. Meanwhile, Samuel Eto’o set Chelsea on their way to a ruthless 4-0 victory over 10man Tottenham that moved Jose Mourinho’s side seven points clear at the top of the Premier League last Saturday

(March 8). Eto’o, who had been drafted into the starting line-up at the last minute after Fernando Torres was injured in the warm-up, capitalised on Jan Vertonghen’s poor back pass to break the deadlock in the second half before drawing a foul from Younes Kaboul that allowed Eden Hazard to score from the penalty spot and earned the Spurs defender a red card. It was a sweet moment for the Cameroon star, who celebrated his goal by putting his left hand on his back and stooping to mimmick old age before holding the corner flag like a walking stick in a mocking reference to Mourinho’s recent claim that Eto’o may actually be older than 32. Demba Ba then wrapped up the victory with two goals in the final two minutes of normal time, capitalising on two more defensive errors at Stamford Bridge. With none of their top four rivals involved in league action this weekend, Chelsea took advantage to consolidate their position. They now sit seven points clear of Liverpool and Arsenal, who have one game in hand on the leaders, and nine points ahead of Manchester City, who have played three games less than Chelsea. For Tottenham, this defeat came as a blow of closing the gap on the top four. AFP

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From above: The running leg; the champions celebrate with Thanyapura Director of Triathlon Jürgen Zack (far left) and Class Act Media Founder and Managing Director Simon Samaan (far right); the swimming leg of the race.

Run like the wind, swim like a fish SUPERKIDZ

Elisa Gorodetskay, editor@classactmedia.co.th

n March 8 at Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club (TSLC) there was a Superkidz Triathlon race. The kids that participated at the competition were the Tri Tots (4-5 years), Junior (6-8 years), Intermediate (9-10, 11-12 years) and Senior (13-14 and 15-18 years). The Tri Tots actually did a duathlon, they swam 25 m and ran 300 m and took the race very seriously. The Juniors swam 50 m, biked 3k and ran 500 m, while Intermediates swam 150 m, biked 6 k and ran 1500 m. At last the Seniors swam 300 m, biked 12 k and ran 3000 m. The competition attracted much interest. The day before

the race, 97 athletes registered for individual races, 28 teams and 18 Tri Tots, but the next morning more people signed up. Julie, one of the organisers of the triathlons, told us: “Since Thanyapura opened there have been about 10 or more triathlon competitions. This year the finish line is in a different place because last year there was no space for the people to take photos.” The sponsors of Superkidz were Class Act Media, CBRE, SAT, Coca-Cola, Secure Wealth and Phuket International Hospital. Dave O’Connor, host of the ‘Wake Up’ show on Class Act Media’s Live 89.5, said to us: “I’ve only been here for three months, but I think people start loving sports more every day and all the sports events get bigger in Thailand”. I also asked him why did

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15:30

Rugby Union

Super XV

Chiefs v. Stormers

Friday, March 14 816, 118

13:25 15:30

17:40

Rugby Union

Super XV

Rebels v. Crusaders

23:00

03:00

Cricket

T20 3

South Africa v. Australia

Saturday, March 15 817, 118

10:30

12:30

Rugby Union

Super XV

Hurricanes v. Cheetahs

816, 118

13:25

15:30

Rugby Union

Super XV

Highlanders v. Western Force

118

15:40

17:30

Rugby Union

Super XV

Brumbies v. Waratahs

19:55

21:55

Rugby Union

Super XV

Lions v. Blues

22:00

00:00

Rugby Union

Super XV

Sharks v. Reds

19:25

21:40

Rugby Union

6 Nations

Italy v. England

21:45

23:50

Rugby Union

Super XV

Wales v. Scotland

816

159

23:50

02:00

Rugby Union

Super XV

France v. Ireland

813, 108

12:50

14:30

Motor Racing

Formula 1

Qualifying, Melbourne

810

19:45

21:30

Soccer

EPL

Hull v. Man City

22:00

00:00

Soccer

EPL

Fulham v. Newcastle

00:30

02:15

Soccer

EPL

Aston Villa v. Chelsea

811

22:00

00:00

Soccer

EPL

Southampton v. Norwich

812

22:00

00:00

Soccer

EPL

Everton v. Cardiff

6 Nations

France v. Ireland (Repeat)

Sunday, March 16 816

09:00

11:00

Rugby Union

816, 118

11:00

13:00

Rugby League

NFL

813, 108

12:00

12:45

Motor Racing

Formula 1

12:45

15:30

Motor Racing

Formula 1

Knights v. Raiders Raceday, Albert Park, Melbourne Australian Grand Prix

812

20:25

22:30

Soccer

EPL

Man United v. Liverpool

810

23:00

01:00

Soccer

EPL

Tottenham v. Arsenal

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they sponsor this triathlon: “We sponsored this triathlon because kids should do lots of sports like adults.” Everything was really organised and all the workers could help you at any time. At the end of each race they would give to each person that participated a medal and then at the end of all the races they would give a trophy to everyone that won.

One of the winners of the triathlon was Randolf Lehnert. He said “I participated last year. I’m very happy and of course I will participate next year!” Elisa Gorodetskay is a 10-year-old student at Phuket International Academy Day School. For winning the SuperKidz journalism competition, her article appears in The Phuket News, a proud sponsor of Superkidz.

Vettel up against it as F1 season starts FORMULA ONE RED BULL’S SEBASTIEN Vettel has swept to four straight Formula One titles but a comprehensive shift in technical requirements threatens to leave him trailing when the season starts on Sunday (March 16). Chief among Red Bull’s problems is the change from 2.4-litre V8 engines, whose distinctive high-pitched whine has been the soundtrack of Formula One, to turbo-charged 1.6-litre V6s. In another nod to ecofriendliness, cars are limited to 100 kilos (about 135 litres) of fuel per race, about two-thirds of the biggest loads carried previously. While all teams are grappling with the new rules, the overheating Red Bull has been one of the worst affected, logging just 1,705 kilometres in testing while Mercedes and Williams clocked nearly 5,000km. The predicament threatens to end Red Bull’s era of dominance and torpedo Vettel’s bid to match Michael Schumacher by winning five titles in a row. Vettel was initially a fierce opponent of another innovation

this year: the controversial decision, aimed at prolonging the title race, to award double points at the final race in Abu Dhabi. But double points – introduced after Vettel cruised to his fourth consecutive title, with three races to go – could come to the German’s rescue if he gets off to a slow start this season. Mercedes’s Lewis Hamilton and a resurgent Williams, who last won drivers’ and constructors’ championships in 1997, will hope to make the early running after a positive session in Bahrain. McLaren, who have failed to reach the podium last year and described as Formula One’s “Manchester United”, also have a new driver with Danish rookie Kevin Magnussen partnering Jenson Button. But the most closely watched pairing will be Fernando Alonso and Kimi Raikkonen, after Ferrari took a gamble in bringing two strongwilled former world champions into the same garage. The 19-race season will make a new stop in Russia’s Sochi and will return to Austria, Red Bull’s home country, for the first time in 11 years. AFP

HASH HOUSE HARRIERS Run 1464: Saturday, March 15 at 4pm Hares: No Hope & Singha Directions: Head north on Thep-

kasattri Road (Route 4002) towards the airport. Turn left at the Old Airport Road traffic lights (Route 4031) and carry on west for 2.5 km, turning left at the second left-hand junction, Ban Namuang (Hash Sign). After 1.1 km turn right at the junction (Hash sign) then right again at the next junction

(700m) (Hash sign). Drive to the end of the road (1.4km) where we have laagered before. Please park to one side of the road to enable others to pass. Stay off the field as there are young plants growing and they belong to a very friendly farmer who we do not want to upset. Truck will be signed.

Bus Pick-up: Patong: 14:30; Kamala: 15:00

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