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Staff of a beach club at Surin Beach dismantle the club’s wooden seaside deck. It was one of many businesses that bowed to an order that they clear illegal structures off public land.

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ver the past week business owners have been ripping out structures illegally occupying public land on the west side of the walkway at Surin Beach – the side next to the beach. But now it has emerged that every kind of business along the beach

may be closed down and dismantled because they are operating on public land on the east side of the walkway. Starting on Monday (June 16) bars, beach clubs and restaurants bowed to orders from Vice-Governor Jamroen Tippayapongthada, backed by the might of the Army, and began pulling down salas, bowers and shade awnings, ripping out timber floors and taking sledge hammers to concrete. Zazada Beach Club has the big-

gest demolition problem; they have a swimming pool sunk into the public land. That news was bad enough for the business owners. But then came confirmation that the remaining halves of all these businesses are on public land, too, and the Army has passed down the word that it wants them, too, cleaned out. Governor Maitri Inthusut confirmed on Thursday (June 19) that

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the public land at Surin Beach “must be cleared soon”. He has assigned the details of this job to Ma’an Samran, Chief Executive of Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor). Mr Ma’an admitted to The Phuket News on Wednesday morning (June 18) that there is a distinct possibility that buildings along the path, which belong to the OrBorTor, will have to be ripped down soon.

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Continued from Page 1 the province has an agenda to get rid of everything along Surin Beach. At the meeting the commander of Cherng Talay Police [Col Paworn Pornpromma] said that the Army wanted to remove it all.” Mr Maan said that the rationale and legal explanations would be revealed soon. “The possibility is high. I checked the response of local residents, and they are okay with it, though there might be a problem because tourists still want to sit and eat and drink. “The business people are [definitely] not going to agree with this. That’s another problem.”

Mr Maan explained that some of the structures along the east side of the path were originally built by the OrBorTor after the 2004 Asian Tsunami, as housing for people who had lost their homes. Since then, however, the structures had changed hands many times and all were now occupied by businesses. “The OrBorTor charged no rent; we just allowed local people to live there. But later they sold their [right to occupy the] places until the places become something else entirely.” A lawyer who has worked on public land issues (but who asked not to be named)

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explained to The Phuket News that although OrBorTor manages the land on the east side of the path, it does not own it. The land belongs to the state. If the OrBorTor’s original aim after the tsunami was to help local people in distress that would be legitimate, he said, so long as the relevant permits were obtained. But the occupants did not own the buildings and could not legally pass on their occupation rights to anyone else. The manager of one of the businesses on Surin Beach, speaking on condition of anonymity, was taken aback on hearing the latest bad news,

A worker takes a sledgehammer to a brick lighting plinth at one of the restaurants on Surin Beach. though not totally surprised. He said, “After the tsunami washed everything away, the OrBorTor built 16 semidetached semi-detached homes on the east side for people who had lost their homes.” For many years, he told The

Phuket News, the “owners” of the former homes have received orders from the OrBorTor telling they must move any businesses out. No one has ever complied. The other buildings along the same side appear to have

been built illegally, mostly after the tsunami, but some before. “In fact, people have been occupying land at Surin Beach for the past 25 years. There used to be a wooden somtam shop, and massage beds at the side of the beach. “If the authorities are going to destroy all these buildings, we’ll be really f****d up, that’s all I can say. “If they are going to do this everywhere in Phuket, it won’t be good for tourism. “Also, there are at least 1,000 people employed by the 40 businesses along Surin Beach. There are at least 300 message therapists alone here. At Catch, they have about 200 staff. These are a big numbers. “These people will all lose their jobs. The authorities should have a plan to help them [before they close the businesses].” Another beach club manager on Surin Beach said he was aware of the situation. But, he added, “This is something the big guys must discuss. We’ll wait until we have a conclusion, then we can comment.”

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etails of shakedowns by taxi drivers stationed at hotel and resort gates around Phuket were revealed at a meeting held at the Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) offices last Friday (June 13) to discuss plans for taxi services in the Surin Beach area. Col Paworn Pornpromma, Superintendent of Cherng Talay Police station revealed that of the 23 taxi drivers in Surin who were arrested on June 4, some were involved in extorting money from tour companies. Some would have known about the demands in detail, others perhaps not, though they would have benefited. Col Paworn said that, around the island, taxi drivers had been in the habit of demanding B10,000 to B20,000 a month from tour companies, particularly Russian compa-

OrBorTor President Ma’an Samran explain the proposed new system for taxi services in the Surin Beach area. nies, in return for allowing them to pick up customers in hotels. If they did not pay, their buses and minibuses would be blocked at the gates and the guests told they were not allowed to board the tour companies’ transport. It was an expensive business; managers of one tour company told police they were

paying the impost at more than 20 places around the island – around B300,000 a month. Another company reported that its monthly payments to the taxi groups came to more than B1 million a month. Since June 4, however, all of this has been swept away, and the 30 drivers who came to the meeting were in subdued mood as the listened

Hotels veto taxi stands on land HOTELS IN SURIN, ASKED TO GIVE space on their premises for taxi stands, met the request with a ringing “No” on Monday (June 16). They also expressed reservations about a taxi call centre run by the taxi drivers. Just 10 hotels, most from the Surin Beach area, but with a couple from Bang Tao, sent representatives to the meeting, called by the Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organization (OrBorTor) to explain the plans for a new taxi call system. OrBorTor President Ma’ an Samran asked for each of the hotels to set aside space for two taxis. Some hotels turned down the request on practical grounds. Napapat Klommanee of the Ayara Hilltop Hotel said the hotel does

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not have enough space for its own staff to park, let alone taxis. But Rungparuhat Suwannabadee of The Chava Resort, was more forthright. “We agree with the idea of a taxi call centre in the area and we will use this service 100 per cent. “But let taxi drivers set up on our property? I don’t think we could agree to this.” Other hotels refused to have taxis parking in their premises, but promised that they would not buy more cars to ferry their guests around. Mr Maan asked three times for the hotels to give him a “clear, final decision”. Each time the answer was no. Another meeting is expected to be held soon to try to find other places for the taxis to set up stands.

to OrBorTor President Ma’an Samran explain the proposed new system for taxi services in the Surin Beach area. Col Paworn went into detail. There will be just one pick-up point in the area, in the beach car park, he said. It would have space for just two taxis and one tuk-tuk. Mr Ma’an insisted that neither water no electricity would be

supplied to the drivers; only a pole with a sign. A call center will be set up in the Surin Tourist Center, where there will be parking space for a few more taxis to wait to be called to the stand. Other drivers will have to wait at home to be called. The taxi drivers at the meeting said they would have no problem with following hotels’ rules. But they requested that there be five pick-up points in the area, not just the one, “in order to make it more convenient for tourists to use the service”. This seems unlikely at the moment. Col Paworn explained that the point of systematising taxi services is to reduce the number of taxis occupying public parking spaces. The Land Transport Department, he added, will be checking regularly to ensure there are no contraventions. The fares are to be discussed and confirmed with Land Transport Department once a year. The authorities

want the prices to be fair over the island. Col Paworn suggested that taxi drivers consider using meters instead of charging fixed fares, but the drivers were against this. One driver, who did not want to be named said, “If everyone is driving a meter taxi, there are going to be a lot of cars driving around all the beaches all the time. There are going to be big traffic jams. Driver Sompong Rachai said that he was in favour of reforming the taxi system; it was a good plan, and systematic he said. Besides, he added, he did not feel good about negative public opinion of taxi drivers, which included the good drivers. “We are all Thais,” he said. “Don’t think that we are different from you. Don’t see us as animals. I would like everybody to adjust the attitudes they have toward taxi drivers, for the better. Thai people are all one family.”

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‘Mr Big’ has doubts about reform of taxis, tuk-tuks P

reechawut “Prap” Keesin, one of Patong’s leading businessmen and a prime figure in the town’s hurly-burly transport structure, has spoken about the recent crackdown on taxis by police and the Royal Thai Army. Mr Prap, who has on occasion been referred to as “Mr Big”, is the chairman of the Pisona group, which includes limo services and hotels. He is also President of the Patong Taxi Federation and a member of the Kathu Police Oversight Committee. He is also a “person of interest” in the current police investigation masterminded by Pol Maj Gen Paween Poongsirin, Commander of the General Staff Division, Provincial Police Region 8. In an interview with Phuket News correspondent Suthicha Sirirat, Mr Prap said that he had reservations about the way that the crackdown on mafia taxi activity had been carried out. “I wasn’t surprised that it happened,” he said. “If it hadn’t happened now it would have happened sometime in the future. “I agree with the arrests of taxi drivers who have been

One of Patong's key figures, Preechawut “Prap” Keesin. behaving badly and committing crimes against tourists. They should all be arrested, including groups that have always refused to cooperate with officials.” But he said he felt the way it was carried out was possibly too strong. “The action was like the tsunami – there was no escape. This time should be a time for harmony.” He pointed out that there are many good taxi drivers,

and wondered what they would do now to earn a living. “The officials have to answer to local people – if taxi drivers do not have jobs, what are they going to do for a living? It’s not as if they can go back to the family farm; Phuket is a tourist province, not an agricultural one.” He said that multiple solutions must be applied to the problem, and that even those drivers who were arrested

should get a second chance. “The drivers who were arrested have been told they may not go back to their place of work. So how do they make a living? Now that they have been arrested and their have been salas knocked down, they have no work.” Equally, he agreed that standards must improve. “Those who have done something wrong must reform themselves and cooperate with the government. “Drivers must be of high standard with taxi licenses, and must be trained in good behaviour, and taxi stands must be well managed.” He made a plea for hotels and the government to set aside areas for taxis. “Some people support the action [against the taxi drivers], while others do not. "The taxis want to ask for humanity from the government and from hotels, to share the area where they can make a living. They have a right to ask for that. “If they are simply regarded as ‘mafia’, the problem will never be solved. Taxi drivers should be given the chance to improve themselves. If they

don’t, then yes, the law should apply.” Mr Prap’s relationship with the authorities has long been ambiguous. In August last year he was named by the DSI as one of the “influential” people they proposed to investigate. Yet he and his father, former Patong Mayor Pian Keesin (also fingered by the DSI), were instrumental in ensuring that the bus service from the airport was allowed to pick up passengers from the town without opposition from local taxi and tuk-tuk drivers. He himself said, “I have cooperated with officials for 10 years to try to address the problem of black-plate taxis. This had had some positive results, with some problems solved.” In March this year he visited the leaders of the tuk-tuk mob that blocked roads in Patong and declared that he thought it was a bad idea and tried – unsuccessfully – to persuade the leaders to back down. Since the Army took power, the leaders of the mob have been arrested. Suthicha Sirirat

Tough army order galvanises park probe A TOUGHLY WOR DED command from the Army’s National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), issued on Saturday (June 14), has galvanised the massive investigation into encroachment in Phuket’s Sirinart Marine National Park, now entering its third year – and apparently bogged down. In Command No 64, the NCPO warns that any official who shirks in his duty to restore park land “must be punished”. The same goes for any official found to have aided influential people in getting titles for land inside the park boundaries. At a meeting on Monday (June 16) Governor Maitri Intusut told officials from 19 government organisations

that they must follow through fearlessly. “Do not help influential people. Be honest in your job. Every detail and every action you take must be reported to the district officer, who will lead all investigations. “Investigate inf luential people who intimidate others. Do not be a tool for influential people.” He warned them, “It’s not just Phuket Province that is being checked. The NCPO is checking other provinces too. And we have to be ready to explain our actions to the NCPO.” Gov Maitri told the meeting in his most serious voice, “I want you to put all the documentation together and be prepared to explain it all, because I have to report to

The new Chief of Sirinart Park, Kitipat Tharapiban. the NCPO twice a day [at 11 am and 5 pm]. “Plus, there are already representatives of the NCPO in Phuket.”

He explained that all reports relating to encroachment on the park must be submitted to the Office of Natural Resources and Environment in Phuket with a copy to the Phuket office of the National Security Council. “All reports will also be sent to the NCPO every day. So prepare yourselves and report everything to me.” After the meeting he met the new Chief of Sirinart Park, Kitipat Tharapiban, and other officials in private session. On Sunday (June 15) Mr Kitipat, along with his boss, Samak Donnapee, and his predecessor, Cheewapap Cheewatham, who is now the Chief of The Royal Forestry Crime Suppression Division, met with a senior official of the Ministry of Natural

Resources and Environment [NRE]. In the meeting they presented all the evidence they have gathered so far about the Sirinart encroachments to Chote Trachu, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the ministry, who is in charge of the investigations into encroachment countrywide. Mr Cheewapap announced that he will push for action on all cases to take place now. The case of the land bordering Freedom Beach, south of Patong, is also on the list. He said that action must be taken soon because 360 illegitimate land titles have already been issued for plots in the park. All these titles will be rescinded, he said. Tanyaluk Sakoot and Eakkapop Thongtub thephuketnews

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eavy waves battered Phuket’s west coast on Monday (June 16), causing damage to homes and businesses, especially along Bang Tao Bay. Babylon Beach Club took a battering from the waves, which reached heights of as much as five metres, causing a balcony to collapse. The restaurant at the Andaman Bangtao Bay Resort, too, took a hammering, with

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staff being forced to flee. A number of makeshift local homes were destroyed, and fishermen stayed home for the day. The worst of the current bout of heavy weather is over, the Thai Meteorological Department said on Wednesday, and by Saturday (June 21), the days should be calm. Meanwhile on Saturday (June 14), about a dozen restaurants on Kukkak Beach in Takuapa, Phang Nga province, were severely damaged by strong winds and highs waves. Police reported that busi-

Bang Tao beach gets smashed by big breakers. ness exteriors and also tables, chairs, massage beds, and many other items of furniture in over 10 restaurants along the beach were damaged or

destroyed by the weather. This has caused businesses owners to close their businesses for at least a week to undertake repairs.

The 59-year-old owner of Guitar Massage, Jamrern Noppharit, said that the monsoon-season waves are stronger this year than last, and arrived much sooner than expected. “We could only gaze in horror at the huge waves because there was nothing we could do,” he said. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation reported that 68 houses in the area were damaged – some almost totally destroyed – as well as 15 rubber tree plantations.

Russian national Andrey Zhukov, age 26, was killed when he crashed his Toyota Fortuner into an electricity pole on Viset Road around 11.30pm on Sunday night (June 15). Pol ic e b el ieve M r Z hu kov w a s d r iv i n g from Rawai to Phuket Town when he crashed on a curve on Viset Road, hitting an electricity pole and breaking it in two. His body was thrown from the car and he was killed instantly. His body was taken to Vachira Hospital. Eakkapop Thongtub

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Dead baby found A dead baby boy was found abandoned on Thursday (June 12) in a rubber plantation in Baan Kaen Lek on Petch Goot Rd, Patong. Kathu police are working on the theory that the baby was abandoned by a “foreign” mother and are trying to find out who she is. Eakkapop Thongtub

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Hunt continues for suspects in B800k hold-up P

olice said they have “a number of suspects” who they are trying to eliminate from their enquiries in order to narrow the field down to those responsible for last Wednesday’s (June 11) B800k armed robbery in the bypass road Tesco Lotus carpark. Muang Police Station Superintendent Col Sermpan Sirikong told The Phuket News, “We are still trying to find them, and we have a list of suspects. This process takes time.” At around 11.30am on June 11, two men fled with B815,938 in cash after robbing two female employees from a Shell gas station at gunpoint as they arrived at the Tesco Lotus carpark to deposit the cash in a bank. Police said the two suspects held a gun on the women and demanded they hand over the money. The women

CCTV screen grab shows the two leaving after the robbery. did, and the two suspects drove away on a motorbike toward the Central Festival intersection. Police said the suspects travelled on a Wave motorbike, which had a basket on the front. The driver was a slim man, about 175-180cm tall. His passenger was a little heavier, and around 180cm tall, wearing a black T-shirt and jeans, and with a red helmet.

The passenger spoke in a Southern accent, has “big eyes” and tanned skin, according to police investigations. He also had a black pistol, and put the cash into a Mickey Mouse-themed bag. Anyone who has information about the hold-up should contact Muang Police Station on 076 212 046. Anthika Muangrod and Eakkapop Thongtub

Australian caught again with ‘ya ice’ while on bail AUSTRALIAN MARK ROBERT COUtelas, 53, was arrested again on June 11 on drugs charges, while out on bail for another, similar, crime. Coutelas was arrested around 10pm after he was caught at the Green Mango apartment block in Patong with 2.94 grammes of crystal methamphetamine (ya ice). Acting on a tip that Coutelas was selling drugs to teenagers and tourists in Patong, police visited his apartment. As they arrived, Coutelas was coming out of the apartment. Seeing them arrive, he stepped back, attempting to close the door but officers showed their warrant cards. They then searched him, finding four bags of ya ice in the pocket of his shorts. In addition to confiscating the drugs, they also seized his motorbike and B36,000 in cash. He was then taken into custody and charged with possession of a Category 1 drug. It is the second time the Australian has been arrested for possession of ya ice. On May 27, Coutelas was arrested after being found in possession of ya ice and a gun. That time, police visited the Green Mango apartment block on Nanai Rd in the early afternoon. Not sure which apartment he lived in, they asked a Thai woman who was going into the building who she was going to visit. By lucky coincidence she said she was going to visit Coutelas. Asking the owner of the block to accompany them as a witness, they went with

Double trouble: Mark Coutelas after his second arrest last week. the woman, “Jum”, to the apartment. She knocked on the door and called his name. Police said that when Coutelas opened the door, his face registered shock when he saw the Narcotics Police ID held up to his face. As police came into the apartment, Coutelas sat down and tried to negotiate, offering to tell police where his gun was in exchange for them not charging him with drug possession. He then revealed that he was sitting on the gun, a 9mm Glock 17 pistol. Police searched the room, finding 0.53 grams of ya ice, two pipes for smoking the drug, and 10 bullets for the Glock. They also found two BB replica guns, a collection of gun magazines and hundreds of knives – Coutelas told police he was selling knives over the internet. Eakkapop Thongtub

65 Cambodian illegals caught SI XTY-FI V E ILLEGA L Cambodian construction labourers were arrested on June 11 while apparently attempting to sneak out through Phuket after working on hotel construction site on Koh Yao Yai in Phang Nga Bay for two years. Their arrests were based on a tip-off to Phuket Town Police that the labourers had taken a boat from the island to Phuket as the first step in their journey home to Cambodia. Police and Immigration officers found the 65 Cambodians – 38 men, 26 women, and one child – and asked them to

show proof that they were in Thailand legally. None could do so, so they were loaded in trucks and taken to the Immigration Police offices in Phuket Town. One of the Cambodians told Immigration that he and his colleagues were brought in by van from Cambodia two years ago to work at the hotel construction site. With their contracts completed, they wanted to go home. They will get their wish. The adults were charged with being in the Kingdom illegally, and all will be expelled.

The 65 in Phuket are just the tip of the iceberg. Around the country hundreds of thousands of illegal Cambodian workers have been filling trucks, buses and trains, all heading for the border after rumours spread that the army planned to arrest illegals. There were even tales that some had been shot. The Army has strenuously denied that anyone is being arrested. It simply wants to get the illegals registered so that they can receive basic services such as medical treatment. Suthicha Sirirat

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8-countries take part in Phuket talks to avert terror attacks REPRESENTATIVES from eight countries gathered at the Holiday Inn Resort in Patong on Tuesday (June 17) for a four-day conference on preventing chemical attacks and bombings by terrorists. Also at the meeting were members of the Thai Police Foreign Affairs Division, along with representatives from Interpol. Pol Lt Gen Panya Mamen, Commissioner of Police Region 8 was in the chair for the opening session. Ian Rotsey, Head of Interpol’s Chemical and Explosives Terrorism Prevention Unit, explained that nowadays chemical attacks and bombs are popular among terrorists because of their potential for large-scale death and destruction. He said that the meeting would not be talking about any one terrorist group in particular. “This meeting is to discuss how to prevent such terrorist acts from happening or, if such an act takes place, how to to mitigate the damage.” Apart from Thailand the countries represented by law enforcement officers at the talks are Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines and Vietnam. The meeting will look for ways that countries in Southeast Asia can support each other through policy, law, and appropriate actions. These ways will include both government and private sectors. Suthicha Sirirat

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orwegian Stein Havard Dokset, accused of murder in the infamous “body in the bin” case, appeared briefly in court on Friday (June 13), with his case being adjourned until November 21. Lawyers for the prosecution and defence have been told that, before that date, they must hold discussions to come to an agreement on how much Dokset should pay for the living costs and education of Ms Rungnapa’s three children. Dokset was arrested on February 28 last year after a tip-off that Ms Rungnapa’s body was stashed in his house.

Stein Dokset during police questioning in 2012. She had not been seen for the best part of three years. A police search of the

building turned up a wheelie bin in a downstairs bedroom, containing rotted remains that

were proven by DNA tests to be those of Ms Rungnapa. Dokset has denied charges of murder, illegal possession of a gun (Ms Rungnapa’s) and obstructing an investigation by hiding a body and denying any knowledge of it. He denies murdering her, saying that she died during an argument with him, when he pushed her and her head hit a wall. Norwegian newspaper Dagbladet in February this year quoted Ms Rungnapa’s brother, Nirut Rittikul, as saying that he had been approached by Dokset’s lawyers with an offer to pay B5 million to the family and another B4.3 million for the care of the three children.

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Mystery over man shot dead in bed A YOU NG M A N DI ED when he was shot in the head in his bedroom around 7.30pm on Friday (June 13) in Baan Lipon, Srisoonthorn Subdistrict, Thalang. Thalang police reported that 20-year-old Narunat Nuanvijit had been shot in the head, and was taken to Thalang Hospital, then to Vachira Hospital. When the police went upstairs to to the victim’s bedroom, they found a bloodied pillow but not the weapon. The whereabouts of the weapon and the identity of the perpetrator remain a mystery. The police investigation is ongoing. Mr Narunat died the following day. Eakkapop Thongtub

Rescue drama off Kata Beach

Workers clear the debris on the Baan Sakhu-Naiyang Road on Sunday night.

Fallen power poles block road THE DRIVER OF A CAR had a narrow escape on Sunday (June 15) when five electricity poles fell down in the middle of the road in Thalang, around 8.30pm. Strong wind and rain

caused a rubber tree to fall down, crashing into the poles and dislodging them on Baan Sakhu-Naiyang Road. The poles crashed into Worrawut Treesuk’s car, badly damaging it, but fortunately

he himself was not hurt. The incident caused traffic jams in the area. Local police co-operated with the Thalang Electricity Office and the road was cleared in two hours. Eakkapop Thongtub

LIFEGUARDS ON KATA Beach have spoken out regarding the dramatic rescue in which they managed to save five people swept out to sea, but were unable to save 13-year-old Abhisit Songlert. Abhisit, a student at the OrBorJor school in Chalong, drowned while swimming with friends on Thursday (June 12) around 6pm. His body was found around 8am on Friday by his father. In an interview with Phuket News TV, Kata lifeguard Tane said there were six people swimming in the water at the time, when they were dragged out by a rip. All ignored red “no swimming” flags on the beach at the time. “Two or three lifeguards went into the water to rescue them. But we only saved five

people; one was missing.” Tane said the incident happened at 6pm, when the tide was coming in. “That’s a dangerous time to be swimming, but people don’t know that.” He went on to explain the problems associated with trying to keep swimmers safe on Kata Beach, one of the island’s most dangerous beaches during the monsoon season. “If we go and try to tell them not to go in the water, they don’t listen. Sometimes I get a bad feeling in my heart. “We try to stop them going into the water because we don’t want them to die here. “I know they come for a holiday but they must [help] themselves.” Phuket News TV and Eakkapop Thongtub

Boyfriend sought after machete slash attack A WOMAN IS IN SERIOUS CONDITION in Thalang Hospital after a frenzied attack by her boyfriend, who chopped her back and neck with a machete, known locally as a “sparta knife”. After a grocery store shop owner near Kok Chana Pama (Burmese Victory Hill) in Thalang, at 10pm on Sunday (June 15), police and rescue volunteers arrived to find 23-year-old Ampornpan Parawet seriously injured with knife wounds. She was also badly bruised. After dressing her wounds, the rescue

volunteers took her to Thalang Hospital, while police tried to piece together what had happened. The shop owner told officers that Ampornpan had come to the shop earlier to buy beer to drink with her boyfriend, whom he named as “Jao”. Later the same evening, she staggered into the the shop covered in blood and screaming for help. Police are now looking for “Jao” on a charge of aggravated assault. Eakkapop Thongtub thephuketnews

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he National Disaster Warning Centre (NDWC) has moved to quash a rumour, spreading rapidly through social media, that Phuket and other parts of the south will be hit by a tsunami “in two or three days”. The rumour appears to have been sparked by the earthquake in Chiang Rai on May 14 and then news of a 6.3 Richter quake off Indonesia last Friday (June 13). It gained real momentum, however, after fortune teller, Nawaracha ‘Pia’ Phinitpokakon sent a message to TV talk show Woody Woke Up To Talk on Sunday (June 15).

She wrote that people should not go near the shore between June 15-17 and June or July 20-25, when there would be heavy weather. Then, she added, “water disasters” will happen twice, once near Indonesia and the second time along the Andaman coast, with Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi being inundated. Finally she mentioned the T word: “The main reason will be a new fault in the Gulf of Thailand. This will cause a bigger tsunami [than in 2004].” The peninsula south of Hua Hin will disappear, she said, though without saying whether this would be next week or 3,000 years from now. The NDWC announced, “It appears that the rumours

Acting Sub Lt Trakun Tortham of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation in Phuket, told The Phuket News, “I know that the earthquake in Chiang Rai caused some people to worry about a repetition of the Asian Tsunami of 2004. But don’t believe everything you hear. Fortune teller Pia, from her “We are ready to deal with Facebook page. [a tsunami] situation. My ofhave been driven by the recent ficers and I check the disaster bad weather that has damaged warning towers every month, people’s homes in many prov- and we know which towers inces in the south of Thailand.” have low batteries; we can (See also page 5.) change any of them any time.” “The NDWC wants to stress Although it is extremely that this has nothing to do with unlikely that a tsunami will tsunamis. It is the result of the arrive on the predicted dates, annual Southwest Monsoon, ASL Trakun said that everyone which affects the six Andaman should be aware of their nearest local evacuation route. Coast provinces.”

Thief robs mosque donation box AT LEAST B40,000 IN CASH WAS stolen on Tuesday night (June 17) from a donation box in the Darussalam Mosque in Baan Bang Duk, Thalang. Tah Chat Chai police received a call from the mosque’s Imam early Wednesday, informing them of the theft. He said that

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two padlocks on the donation box had been cut off, apparently with bolt cutters. He told them that the thief took only notes from the box, leaving the coins behind. Normally, he added, the box was opened once a year just before the Muslim fasting period of Ramadhan. In

past years it usually contained at least B40,000. There were no security cameras in the area and no one witnessed the theft. Police took fingerprints and will use these in an attempt to identify the thief. Eakkapop Thongtub

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Dave and Kirsty are back again! LIVE 89.5 FM, THE RAdio partner of The Phuket News, has been off air since May 22, after orders from the Royal Thai Army. Broadcast Manager Tim Newton explained this week, “ We a re not the only station in this position. There are some 16 stations across Phuket, with the same sort of licence as us, all trying to get back on air. The NBTC (National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission) has now given permission for all stations to go back on air once a range of paperwork and compliance issues are met. “We understand the intentions of the authorities to bring all stations under one compliance ‘umbrella’. In the end, it will be fairer for everyone.” The NBTC checks come

after a spate of political broadcasts, particularly in the north of the country, from unlicensed radio stations. T h e news isn’t all bad though. Live 89.5 continues to stream programming over the Internet. And the best news, Tim says, is that the Wake Up! team are back online. “During the early days after May 22, we modified our online streaming to suit the situation “But now we’re getting the presenters and their programs back on air.” Listeners can easily keep in tune with the station online on their smartphones, computers or tablets. There are also easy Apps (Android available now, iPhone soon) available from the website. Go to www.thephuket news.com/radio for more details.

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raid on a resort and property development in Muak Lek, between Ayutthaya and Nakhon Ratchasima was scarcely noticed in Phuket this week. The Army, along with a police and a slew of land, forestry and environment officials descended on Muak Lek Hillside, with its landscaping, brightly coloured holiday chalets and purely decorative windmill. The officials were armed with evidence that the entire 500 rai was actually state land. It had been stolen. This has been happening all over the country for decades, and Phuket is no exception. It would never have been possible, of course, without the collusion of government officials who issued illegitimate land papers, signed off on environmental impact assessments, or simply turned a blind eye in return for regular white envelopes.

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Officials who did not cooperate in this wholesale theft were subject to pressure from “influential” people, first with bribes and, when that did not work, threats. Now, however, the Royal Thai Army is in charge. Officials, some of them looking sick with worry, have been appearing on TV, declaring that this or that development or resort is illegal, and should be knocked down. The sinister influentials have faded into the dark, presumably waiting until Thailand’s shambolic democracy returns. Along Surin Beach and the rest of Phuket’s west coast, illegal structures are being torn down; an astonishing sight for those who have become used to the wealthy, the greedy and the morally deficient always getting their way. There may be more to come (see page 1).

And it’s not just encroachment that is coming under the Army microscope. Political corruption (the rice pledging scheme, for example) and gangster behaviour by taxi drivers are just two examples of activities in the Army crosshairs. Army head Gen Prayuth Chan-Ocha has declared a moral crusade, and very large numbers of citizens believe and applaud him. They yearn for a return to a time – mythical of course – when everyone loved everyone else, when all were honest and no one stole or extorted from other people, when righteousness ruled and threatening behaviour was unknown. It may be mythical, but the Army appears to be doing its damnedest to move things in that direction. Expect more astonishing developments in the coming few months, or even days.

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Demolition time: Phuket beach clubs bow to government orders Phuket Aussie caught a second time with ya ice Stormy weather damages beach businesses Meeting reveals extent of Phuket taxi extortion at hotels Phuket beach clubs told knock down illegal structures Twenty year old man shot in head in own bedroom Crackdown was good in parts: Phuket’s Mr Big Phuket beach encroachers could face money laundering probes Weekend drive to rid Phuket of illegal firearms Phuket in for three days of heavy weather

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Fair public transport for all [Re. Crackdown was ‘good in parts’ – Phuket’s Mr Big]

The day, taxi and tuk-tuk drivers will accept fair competition with other modes of mass-transport such as public buses and metered taxis, tourists and Phuket residents will respect them straight away. By the way, today, they look like gangs preying on powerless Phuket residents and tourists ready to use force to protect their illegal businesses. All Phuketians, Thais and foreigners alike, want a modern air-conditioned bus transport system and all taxis and tuk-tuks equipped with meters which records the route and indicates the rate charged and the amount payable. Phuketians do not complain loudly about lack of public mass-transportation; so tuk-tuk mafia cartels have free hand to grab all opportunities to grab as much money they can, the way they want. Whistle-Blower Khun Preechawut “Prap” Keesin pointed out that there

are many good taxi drivers, and wondered what they would do now to earn a living ? Well one presumes they will go back to work as taxi drivers, and one might hope – metered taxi drivers. Moggs This action by the Royal Thai Police and Army was necessary because of people like this guy to allow this situation to happen over the years. People around the world know of the scams, corruption, and crime associated with the taxi and tuk tuks (not to mention the jet skis and sleazy clubs) here in Phuket. One of my friends commented to me upon arriving in Patong about the outrageous prices to hire a tuk-tuk compared to the rest of Thailand. I hope this is just the tip of the iceberg in cleaning up Patong and Phuket in general. Steve Pettman

Time for change [Re. Phuket Opinion: Making changes to Phuket’s taxi system] The day, taxi and tuk-tuk drivers will accept fair com-

petition with other modes of mass-transport such as public buses and metered taxis, tourists and Phuket residents will respect them straight away. Whistle Blower

Thumbs up [Re. ‘Get moving or be punished’ order galvanises Phuket park encroachment probe] This is all too marvelous, and to think I argued with my wife for years that an army led administration would be a bad thing for Thailand. How wrong I was. I salute all these fearless individuals fighting back, for the nations people and their natural heritage. Moggs

Unlucky? [Re. Stormy weather damages beach businesses in Phang Nga] That looks like encroachment on the photo. But were they surprised by the weather? If so, they failed to look outside and indeed check out any forecast. Stevenl

Let’s extend the bus service [Re. Meeting reveals extent of Phuket taxi extortion at hotels] Why not get rid of all of them and introduce a local bahtbus system – such has been proposed for Patong? It would also be an excellent time to expand the Airport Bus service, to include Kamala, Surin and Bangtao. The authorities and police are doing an excellent job, but let’s nail it while the window of opportunity exists. Geoff Phuket

Not a fair view [Re. Top businessman pleads for world to take ‘balanced’ view of coup] As a Singaporean who has lived in Thailand for 27 years and had enjoyed Thai hospitality all this time, I totally agree with Mr Bill Heinecke. Selling newspapers is something, but to report only “negative” news and not the “peaceful situation” in the whole of Thailand is not only incorrect but also unprofessional. [Edited] Robin Lee

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Migrant-worker lists sought in drive to nab colluding officials

he National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) has told employers to prepare lists of migrant employees and threatened to pursue disciplinary and criminal action against state officials colluding in human trafficking. The order came after an NCPO announcement on June 17 regarding the human trafficking issue and the problems of migrant workers. Under the order, business operators hiring migrant workers have been told to follow legal procedures to ensure workers, particularly those in the fisheries industry, are not exploited and are provided with proper employee protection. The junta wants employers to hand over lists of their migrant employees in a bid for better state control. It has also asked state agencies to strictly enforce laws against human trafficking gangs. The NCPO threatened to get tough on government officials found to be negligent in their handling of human

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trafficking cases and said it would crack down on those reaping profits from smuggling illegal migrant workers. Permanent-secretary for labour Jeerasak Sukhonthachart yesterday said the ministry would propose that the NCPO amends the memorandum of understanding (MoU) on migrant labour employment, which Thailand has entered into with neighbouring countries. The number of migrant workers who remain in Thailand after their employment contracts have expired is on the rise. These workers are overstaying visas that allow them to stay no more than 180 days after their employment contracts expire. The demand for migrant workers by business operators encourages those whose visas have expired to remain in Thailand. Mr Jeerasak said the MoU must be amended to put an end to overstaying by migrant workers. Under the MoU between

The Kraburi Estuary between Thailand and Myanmar is a hotspot of people trafficking. Photo: Nick Walker Thailand and neighbouring countries, migrant workers are required to return to their home countries after having worked in Thailand for four years. They must then wait at least three years before they can return and resume employment. Although the previous Yin-

gluck Shinawatra government eased regulations to allow migrants to stay for another 180 days, or until a new government was formed, workers are still worried that they are at risk of being extorted by officials, said Mr Jeerasak. Because of the restriction, many workers whose four-year

employment deadlines have expired return to their countries where they change their names and obtain new passports to dodge the three-year wait. Meanwhile, Cambodia and Thailand agreed to work together to tackle the ongoing exodus of Cambodian workers from Thailand. Telephone hotline numbers would be set up at the Cambodian embassy and at Thai government agencies to provide information and respond to queries from Cambodian workers so they would be able to leave Thailand in an orderly manner. The decision was reached at a meeting at the Foreign Ministry on June 17 between Cambodian ambassador to Thailand Eat Sophea and foreign affairs permanent secretary Sihasak Phuangketkeow. “We are going to work closely to encourage Cambodian workers to come to work in Thailand through official processes to prevent workers from being abused because of their illegal status,” Ms Eat said.

IN BRIEF BANGKOK

Junta scraps tablet scheme The Office of the Basic Education Commission has confirmed plans to replace the ‘One Tablet per Child’ scheme with “smart classrooms” equipped with interactive IT software in every school, after the junta on Monday scrapped the previous scheme. These classrooms typically feature a large interactive screen, and either laptops or tablets for students to access during classes.

SURAT THANI

Fishermen protest against mud dump

About 1,000 fishermen and local officials held a protest on June 17, demanding that a ferry firm based in Don Sak district immediately halt dumping mud into their habour. Don Sak Mayor Prakob Chansaeng said this action is affecting the livelihood of fishermen, and also dergrading the natural habitat of Irrawaddy dolphins in nearby waters. Bangkok Post

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Militants battle for control of strategic Iraqi township M

ilitants battled Iraqi security forces for control of a strategic northern town on Monday (June 16), prompting half the area’s population to flee, as Washington weighed drone strikes against jihadist fighters. The United States and Iran briefly discussed the week-long crisis on the sidelines of nuclear talks in Vienna as the arch-foes mulled their “shared interest” in preventing Sunni insurgents from gaining a foothold in Iraq. Jihadists of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) are said to have killed scores of Iraqi soldiers as they pushed an advance on the capital, including in a “horrifying” massacre that has drawn international condemnation. In the latest fighting on Monday, Sunni Arab militants took control of several neighbourhoods of Tal Afar, a mainly Shiite Turkmen town between the rebel-held second city of Mosul and the Syrian border,

Iraqi displaced people, who have fled violence in Iraq’s northern Nineveh province, carry their belongings upon their arrival in al-Hamdaniyah, 76 kms west of the Kurdish autonomous region’s capital Arbil on June 16. Photo: AFP/Karim Sahib officials and residents said. Local official Abdulal Abbas said Tal Afar was dealing with “martyrs, wounded, chaos and refugees”, and that around 200,000 people – nearly half the area’s population – had fled. The town, which forms a Shiite enclave in otherwise

Sunni Arab and Kurdish-dominated Nineveh province, had initially held off the offensive that saw fighters led by ISIL seize Mosul – a city of two million people – and then a vast swathe of territory north of Baghdad in a matter of days. As Washington weighed

its next move in the crisis, US Secretary of State John Kerry said on Monday that drone strikes could be used, after President Barack Obama said he was considering “all options” on how to support the Iraqi government. Drones might not be the

“whole answer,” Washington’s top diplomat told Yahoo News, “but they may well be one of the options that are important to be able to stem the tide and stop the movement of people who are moving around in open convoys and trucks and terrorising people”. About 275 US military personnel were being deployed to Iraq to help American personnel and protect the embassy in Baghdad, Obama said. Washington has already deployed an aircraft carrier to the Gulf, but Obama has ruled out a return to Iraq for US soldiers, who left the country at the end of 2011 after a bloody and costly intervention launched in 2003. While the US has ruled out co-operating militarily with Tehran, the two nations –which have been bitter foes for more than 30 years – held “brief discussions” on the crisis in Vienna. AFP

MH370 searchers ‘not looking in crash hotspot’ THE SEARCH FOR MALAYsian Airlines Flight MH370 is yet to target the most likely crash site after being distracted by what are now believed to be bogus signals, British company Inmarsat claimed Tuesday. Inmarsat’s scientists told the BBC’s Horizon programme that they had calculated the plane’s most likely flight path and a “hotspot” in the southern Indian Ocean in which it most likely came down. The flight lost contact on March 8 en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with total of 239 passengers and crew on board. Hourly pings sent by the plane were received by In-

marsat’s spacecraft, leading scientists to calculate its likely path. Australian naval vessel Ocean Shield was dispatched to investigate, but before reaching the likely site it began to detect a signal that it believed was coming from the plane’s black box, Inmarsat said. Two months were spent searching 850 square kilometres (330 square miles) of sea bed northwest of Perth, but the source of the “pings” was not found and a submersible robot found no evidence of the airliner. “It was by no means an unrealistic location but it was further to the northeast than

Chinese relatives of passengers from the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 gather outside the building housing the Malaysian Airlines office in Beijing on June 11. Photo: AFP/Goh Chai Hi our area of highest probability,” Chris Ashton at Inmarsat told Horizon.

Experts from the satellite firm modelled the most likely flight path using the hourly

pings and assuming a speed and heading consistent with the plane being flown by autopilot. “We can identify a path that matches exactly with all those frequency measurements and with the timing measurements and lands on the final arc at a particular location, which then gives us a sort of a hotspot area on the final arc where we believe the most likely area is,” explained Ashton. Australia’s Joint Agency Coordination Centre (JACC), established to manage the search, said the four acoustic “pings” picked up by the black box detector attached to Ocean Shield had to be pursued at the time. AFP

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IN BRIEF ISRAEL

Supporters pray for kidnapped Israelis Around 200 Jewish Americans gathered outside the Israeli consulate in New York on Monday to pray for the release of three Israeli teenagers kidnapped in the West Bank last week. The crowd, which included many children of school age, called for the safe release of the teens, of whom 16-year-old Naftali Frenkel has dual AmericanIsraeli citizenship.

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Asylum-seekers sue over boat tragedy Families of asylum-seekers killed in a shipwreck off Australia’s Christmas Island in 2010 are suing the government, arguing it breached its duty of care in a move Canberra blasted on June 17 as “shameful”. Fi f t y p e o ple d ie d when a rickety fishing boat crowded with nearly 100 Iraqi, Kurdish and Iranian asylum-seekers was dashed against jagged rocks in dangerous seas at the remote Indian Ocean outpost.

INDIA

Bus crash kills 11 tourists A bus carrying tourists plunged off a mountain road into a gorge in a Himalayan region in northern India, killing 11 people, police said on June 17. “All the 11 dead are tourists, the toll could rise,” said B.S. Thakur, a senior state police officer. Around 40 others were injured in the accident that happened late Monday in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh state, around 150 kilometres from the state capital Shimla. AFP

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Kerry issues urgent call to save the world’s seas U

S Secretary of State John Kerry sounded the alarm Monday on the perils facing the world’s oceans, calling for a global strategy to save the planet’s life-giving seas. “Let’s develop a plan” to combat over-fishing, climate change and pollution, Kerry urged as he opened a two-day conference in Washington bringing together world leaders, scientists and industry captains. “We as human beings share nothing so completely as the ocean that covers nearly threequarters of our planet,” the top US diplomat said. Heads of government and state as well as ministers from some 80 countries gathered with researchers and experts from the fishing, plastics and farming industries at the State Department. US President Barack Obama is expected to make a significant announcement about US conservation efforts during a video address on Tuesday. And he will be followed by

Hollywood A-lister Leonardo DiCaprio, whose foundation has pumped millions of dollars into efforts to protect the ocean habitat and marine species. Setting the example on the first day, President Anote Tong of the low-lying Pacific nation of Kiribati announced that despite concerns about the economic fallout, all commercial fishing would be banned from January 2015 in the Phoenix Islands protected area. “Addressing the challenges of climate change calls for very serious commitment and sacrifice,” Tong said. “The projected loss of revenue weighed very significantly in our consideration, but in the final analysis we made the decision to persist with effective sustainable strategies,” he said to loud applause. Environmentalists say the Phoenix Islands, one of the world’s largest marineprotected areas rich in ocean life, provide shelter for such species as tunas and turtles, as well as reef fishes and sharks. Kerry, long a passionate

US Secretary of State John Kerry speaks during the opening session of “Our Ocean” conference at the State Department on June 16 in Washington, DC. Photo: AFP/Mandel Ngan defender of the environment, warned there were already 500 “dead zones” around the world where marine life can no longer be sustained. A third of the world’s fish stocks are also “overexploited” and “nearly all the rest are being fished at or near their absolute maximum sustainable level”.

Ukraine ‘not yet facing humanitarian crisis’ THE SITUATION IN EASTern Ukraine has worsened, but it is not yet a humanitarian crisis, UN humanitarian chief Valerie Amos told the Security Council on Monday, according to Western diplomats. Amos attended the council’s closed-door meeting by videoconference from Geneva, at the request of Russia, which holds the rotating presidency for the month of June. Russian ambassador Vitaly Churkin, in remarks to reporters, painted a picture of a situation that “continues to deteriorate,” and he denounced

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the “indiscriminate use of force by the Ukrainian armed forces”. He noted attacks against hospitals and said the number of refugees in Russia had, “over the past 10 days, reached 60,000”. The United States, France, and Britain contested the Russian figures, Western diplomats said, while Amos estimated that just 4,600 Ukrainians have officially asked for asylum in Russia. Amos warned that, “in the absence of a political settlement, we could face a hu-

manitarian crisis,” according to diplomats. Churkin emphasised that Russia was going to continue its efforts to get the Security Council to adopt a resolution on the humanitarian situation in Ukraine and that Moscow had updated its proposal, originally presented at the start of June. The draft resolution, which was very coolly received by Western countries, called for an immediate end to the violence, a sustained ceasefire and greater UN involvement in efforts to broker a solution. AFP

If things continue without check, “a significant chunk of marine life may die out because it can no longer live... in the oceans water,” Kerry said, warning of the risk of “breaking entire ecosystems”. “No-one should mistake that the protection of our oceans is a vital security issue,” Kerry insisted.

But he maintained that today’s “ad-hoc approach... with each nation and community pursuing its own independent policy, simply will not suffice. That is not how the ocean works. “We’re not going to meet this challenge unless the community of nations comes together around a single comprehensive, global ocean strategy.” Kerry called for an “ambitious” program to reduce plastic trash sloshing around in the oceans, to better understand the effects of climate change on the acidification of the seas, and to cut agricultural nutrient run-offs. “We cannot afford to put this global challenge on hold for another day. It’s our ocean. It’s our responsibility.” Twelve percent of the world’s population depend on the oceans for their livelihoods. Protecting the seas was also essential for food security, Kerry stressed, saying some three billion people “depend on fish as a significant source of protein”. AFP

IN BRIEF FRANCE

Teen in coma after lynching

A Roma teenager was fighting for his life on Tuesday after a lynching by a mob who accused him of burglary in a suburb outside the French capital, a police source said. The 16-year-old was found unconscious in a supermarket trolley on Friday after being beaten by a dozen residents of a rough government housing estate north of Paris.

UNITED STATES

Top court rules ‘straw’ gun purchases illegal

The US Supreme Court ruled Monday it was illegal to buy a gun on behalf of someone else who did not go through the background check. The ruling comes on the heels of US shootings that have again sparked debate over gun control, with President Barack Obama calling for national “soul searching” over gun violence. The top court ruled five to four against a man who made a so-called “straw purchase” of a handgun. AFP

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So you want to risk prison to avoid paying a little tax? person or the public, shall be subject to imprisonment not exceeding three years or a fine not exceeding B6,000, or both. If such lies were made in order to pay less tax then the Revenue Code, Section 37, stipulates: Whoever: 1. knowingly or wilfully furnishes false information, makes false statements, gives false answers or produces false evidences to evade payment of tax; or 2. by false, fraudulent, artifice or other similar nature, evades or attempts to evade tax, shall be subject to imprisonment from three months to seven years and a fine of B2,000 to B200,000. Taking our examples into consideration and the subsequent penalties, it is a mystery why any individual seller in Thailand would be tempted to risk long periods behind bars for such meagre tax “savings”.

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ne of the most widespread misconceptions in the Thai real estate market is that individuals are subject to hefty capital gains tax in Thailand when they sell property. This misconception might tempt an owner of an immovable property to try to “mitigate” the potential tax liability by declaring a lower purchase price at the Land Department on the time of sale. But will this really result in a substantially better tax position for the seller? And if not, does our seller then not only fail to achieve the wished-for goal of significant tax savings but also risk criminal charges? The answers may surprise you: No, and yes. Not only is an under-declaration of the sale price lay the seller open to criminal charges of tax evasion and making a false statement to a government official, but it will also fail to achieve any significant “savings”. To understand why this is so, we must first understand the different taxes payable upon a non-commercial transfer of an immovable property by an individual and the impact of a potential undervaluation on the amount of taxes payable. The taxes payable on the transfer of an immovable property by an individual are: (i) specific business tax (“SBT”) or stamp duty (“SD”); and (ii) personal income tax (“PIT”). [Note: the “transfer fee” payable at the Land Department is not a tax as defined by the Revenue Code of Thailand.] The standard rate (including the local municipal com-

Want to brag to your new friends about how much tax you dodged on your land transaction? Photo: Steve Mays ponent) for the SBT is 3.3 per cent. However, if our individual seller owned the immovable property in question at the time of transfer for more than five years, SD of 0.5 per cent is generally applicable; the SBT is not payable. The basis for the calculation of the SBT or SD payable is the actual sale price or the land office “appraised value,” whichever is higher. Every land plot, condo or villa in Thailand has such an official appraised value, which is – with virtually no exception – much lower than any actual market value or sale price. A lower transaction price will indeed, therefore, most likely result in less SBT or

SD tax payable. But let’s do the math: If the seller under-reports the sale price by B1 million, the consequence would be a tax “saving” of only B33,000 in relation to SBT or a mere B5,000 in relation to SD. The other tax payable on transfer by our individual seller would be the personal income tax (“PIT”). Long ago, Thailand adopted an interesting system of calculating the PIT payable upon transfer of immovable property by an individual. Thailand did not enact a “capital gains tax” on the non-commercial sale of such immovable property. In fact, the PIT payable is independent of the sales price

and, therefore, independent of any capital gain. The PIT payable is based on the land office’s appraised value (again, virtually always far lower than the market value). The calculation is done through a specific formula created by the legislature which takes into account how long the property has been owned and the progressive tax rates applicable to individuals, but – if the seller chooses – without including any other taxable income of the seller. So, because the sale price is not the basis of the calculation of the PIT, an under-declaration of the sales price will have no impact whatsoever on the tax situation of the seller. Using our example above: the reduction

of the sales price in the amount of B1 million will result in no reduction at all in the income tax payable. None. The penalties for tax evasion vary but here is how the law might be applied if you are caught understating the sale price on land you have sold: The Criminal Code Section 137: Whoever gives any false information to any official, and is likely to cause damage to any person or the public, shall be subject to imprisonment not exceeding six months or a fine not exceeding B1,000, or both. Section 267: Whoever notifies an official to make any false entry in the public or official document for the purpose of being used as evidence, and is likely to cause damage to any

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Army urged to take on proxy firms TRAVEL AGENTS HAVE called on the Army’s National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) to crack down on local tour agents acting as proxies for foreign operators and dominating certain tourist markets. The Association of Thai Travel Agents (ATTA) wants the junta to tackle foreign tour operators who have Thai proxies, because, ATTA says, they take a 30 per cent share of tourismrelated revenue from Thai operators back to their home countries. “It’s not easy to crack down on nominee tour companies, as each proxy has a big-name backer. We hope the NCPO will help us to solve this long-standing problem,” he said. The ATTA also said that many national parks collect entrance fees “inappropriately”. There are about 200 national parks nationwide, of which 70 charge entrance fees. About 20 parks are popular tourism destinations, but they collect very low fees each year. For example, Koh Phi Phi Marine National Park reports only 60,000 visitors per year and they are charged an entrance fee. Yet 3 million tourists visit the island each year. Mr Charoen said Koh Tachai, which is part of the Surin Islands Marine National Park, has a similar problem. Bangkok Post

General marks out economic priorities I

n a major speech broadcast on all Thai TV channels last Friday (June 13), Gen Prayuth Chan-Ocha, the head of the military junta that took over the government of Thailand on May 22, gave what he called a “progress report”. On a topic close to many hearts in Phuket, Gen Prayuth claimed that the Army’s seizure of power had benefited tourism. “The number of tourists, which decreased due to the political impasse since January, has now reached normal levels,” he said. “The [National Council for Peace and Order – NCPO and] governmental agencies involved have put efforts into promoting tourism in Thailand by encouraging foreigners to travel to the country through various channels, including countries that have special economic ties, are major trading partners and have joint ventures with Thailand. “Since the takeover by the NCPO in May 22, 2014, the number of tourists has increased steadily.” Gen Prayuth also said that consumer confidence had seen its first rise in 14 months. “A weekly economic report by the NCPO and the Office of the National Economic and Development Board [shows that the] consumer confidence index increased for the first time from 57.7 in April to 60.7 in May. “As the political tension has eased, concern over the

General Prayuth: ‘We will not do anything hastily.’ situation among consumers has dissipated and the baht has appreciated. The total value of investment in stocks and bonds accounted for B8 billion and B9 billion respectively, showing that investors have confidence in the NCPO’s economic policies.” Much of the generals’ attention has been taken up with hacking away at the multiple tentacles of corruption. “The NCPO has set up the Monitoring and Auditing Committee on Fiscal Expenditures … The purposes of the committee are to inspect and to formulate policies to ensure that such policies are transparent and truly beneficial for the general public. “Any projects that the committee deems inappropriate will be put on hold immediately. “In the first stage, the committee will inspect projects

worth more than B1 billion to consider whether they should be continued and if so, how. “The projects that were approved by the previous government and that are in the process of [budget disbursement] will be inspected to prevent corruption. “The approval of budgets of some state agencies that were done without proper inspection may have resulted in corruption in the areas of establishing terms of references and procurement. This can have damaging effects.” The usefulness of projects will also be scrutinised. “Any project that has been reviewed and found not to be in the public interest or not providing any major benefit will have their budgets transferred to other useful projects that are ready for implementation but

Meridien Khao Lak and Starwood part ways OWNERS OF THE LE MEridien Khao Lak and Starwood Hotels and Resorts will part company October 31 this year, claiming the parting is amicable. The parting has been in the pipeline since July last year, when Le Meridien brand owner, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, announced it would drop the management by January 2014. TTG Asia reported the original Starwood announcement, last July, adding the speculation that Minor International was poised to take over the management. The listed company declined to comment at the time. Almost a year later there have been no further announcements on the identity of the new management chain and Starwood continued to manage, but that ends this October. @thephuketnews

However, a question to Minor International chairman and chief executive officer, William Heinecke, quashed any speculation that the group was in line to manage the property come October. “We studied making an investment in the Meridien and taking over the management, but it never went further than that. We are re-looking at developing the land which we own that used to be the Anantara Khao Lak.” According to a letter to “valued partners” from Le Meridien Khao Lak’s general manager, Jennifer Buhr, “Le Meridien Khao Lak management officially expires October 31 and the resort owners will also discontinue their affiliation with Starwood Hotels and Resorts at the same time. The hotel owner and Star-

wood mutually agreed to “deflag the hotel” after they both re-evaluated their strategies. No details on the future direction of the 243-room hotel have emerged, except for a statement that the resort will operate under a new operator in October this year. Le Meridien has managed the property since July 2004,

but there was a year of extensive rebuilding following the tsunami five months later. It reopened for business on September 24, 2005, following a rebuild that cost B700 million. At the time, Vitaya Holdings Co, the property owner, said insurance covered about half of the reinvestment costs. TTR Weekly

still require additional funding. “This budget transfer will take place based on necessity alone. Any items not currently necessary will not be bought. “Efforts have also been taken to accelerate the prioritised basic infrastructure projects and their transparency levels have already been inspected so that they will be able to commence before the end of the year 2014, for instance the dual-track train project, and the extended route train project.” This would appear to include the proposed rail line from Surat Thani to the tip of Phang Nga, linking up with the light rail system on Phuket. As to inward foreign investment, Gen Pryuth said that the reconstituted Board of Investment has instructions “to focus more on high technology industry and less on labour intensive industry, [more on] technology transfer, industries yielding added value while promoting the use of local raw materials. “Priority will be given to energy-saving technologies and promotion of renewable energy such as ethanol, biodiesel, biofuel, wind power and solar energy. Furthermore, nonpolluting clean industry will help strengthen the economy and contribute to energy selfreliance for the country.” Finally, Gen Prayuth gave an assurance. “We will not do anything hastily which may lead to long-term negative effect,” he said.

Some of those interviewed said it was hard to read content on a mobile phone. Photo Pascal Maramis

Asians lead world in bookings by smartphone ASIAN TOURISTS LEAD the rest of the world in terms of mobile travel bookings (33 per cent) and mobile travel searches (59 per cent), according to a recent study by AsiaRooms and Lenovo. The study involved 12,000 participants throughout the world, across 25 markets. It found that 59 per cent of Asian tourists use mobile phones to book accommodation, 13 per cent above the global average. In addition, 50 per cent of Asian tourists in the survey used mobile internet to compare travel accommodation, 10 per cent higher than the global average. Eighty-three per cent of the 12,000 respondents said they owned a phone with internet access but 40 per cent said that they find it hard to read content on a mobile phone.

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THE BIG LIST Free-novations

Just because you have a great idea, doesn’t mean you pocket the profits. Here are the best ideas sold for next to nothing.

Coca-Cola: John Pemberton created the first formula of the now-iconic drink in 1886 and sold it at his pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia for only US$.05 (B1.62). Due to his morphine addiction and an illness, Pemberton sold his ownership of Coca-Cola to investors for US$1,484 and a promise of payment from future profits. Sadly, Pemberton died from stomach cancer just two years after he created the drink and his shares were finally sold in 1919 for the equivalent of US$341 million (B11 billion) in today’s money. 007 Theme: In 1962, Monty Norman was hired to compose a theme song for the first James Bond film, Dr. No. Concerned about the sound, producers hired successful recording artist John Barry to rearrange the song. Barry used his instrumental band, made it more up-tempo, and created the iconic tune we know today. Interestingly, Barry was paid a one-time fee of £250 while Norman has amassed over US$1 million in royalties for the song. Legal battles over the issue have raged over the years, but Norman has won every time despite Barry’s small sum and much catchier tune. Jell-O: A couple who manufactured cough syrup, Pearl and Mary Wait of Leroy, New York, created a formula in 1895 that used powdered-gelatin mixed with fruity-syrup for a tasty snack. They dubbed the product Jell-O, taking advantage of the era’s trend to name a product with an “-O” ending. They bought the patent for the powdered gelatin but the Waits were unsuccessful in selling the sugary treat. So in 1899, they sold the full rights of Jell-O to their businessman neighbour, Frank Woodward, for US$450. By 1906, Jell-O’s annual sales rose to US$1 million. Today, Jell-O sales have amounted to over US$500 million. Beatles’ album cover: The 1967 album Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart’s Club Band is one of The Beatles’ most well-known albums, thanks in large part to their recognisable cover art. British pop artists Peter Blake and Jahn Haworth created the famous cover (a montage of notable historical figures standing with the band) for only £100 each and they received no royalties. The album and cover art topped Rolling Stone magazine’s “greatest” lists in their respective categories. Safety pins: A New York City mechanic invented the safety pin simply to pay off a US$15 debt to a friend. Walter Hunt, who also held patents for the fountain pen and stove among others, created the pin specifically to turn a profit and came up with what we see today. He filed the patent in 1849 and quickly sold it to W.R. Grace and company for only US$400, pocketing US$385 after settling the debt. The invention went on to make millions for the buyer.

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HiddenCash rolls out $2,000 treasure hunt to New York

he frenzied scavenger hunt for large sums of cash hidden in public hit New York last Saturday (June 14), with US$2,000 ( B62 ,0 0 0) i n envelopes stashed across Central Park and Brooklyn. The brainchild of a group of wealthy friends in California, it is the first time the treasure hunt comes to New York, having sparked Internet-driven chases on the West Coast. “Our biggest day ever! Houston, Mexico City, NYC today! Be safe, be kind, tweet when you find!” the @HiddenCash handle wrote on Twitter, kicking off the hunt at 10 am. The 20 white business envelopes, $50 in each, carry a handwritten message on the front: “Twitter @HiddenCash. Tweet photo when u find. We heart NY.” [sic]

The @HiddenCash event took New York by storm. The money comes from wealthy real estate investor Jason Buzi and a group of anonymous friends, who have given to charity in the past but wanted to do something a bit more fun. A friend of Buzi’s from San Francisco, who gave his name only as Thierry, spoke to reporters as he hid

Lopsided arm brings titles to German man IT’S QUITE POSSIBLE that Mattias Schlitte’s left arm is jealous of his right arm. This is because Schlitte, a professional arm wrestler, has been working the right arm so much that it has grown to a whopping 46cm around the forearm. At the age of 16, the Germany native wandered into

a small bar that was hosting an arm wrestling tournament. After he defeated several opponents, he realised he had potential in the sport. Since then, he has claimed eight German championships and 14 international titles. In addition, Schlitte’s right arm was used to defeat a specially designed arm wrestling robot last year.

US$1,000 (B31,000) in Central Park before setting out to drop another US$1,000 in Brooklyn. “Jason was thinking about doing something a little bit different, more fun – maybe smaller quantities that won’t change anyone’s life, or maybe it will in a different way, depends what they do with

it,” Thierry said. “It’s actually encouraging people who find the money and don’t have a particular need... to pay forward and help someone in need,” he added, his face hidden by dark sunglasses and a jetblack beard. Thierry hides the envelopes and then takes a picture on his mobile phone of the general area, clues that are posted on twitter to drive the hunt. “Look around the Pond! (59th and 5th). Many there. If you can make it within an hour, it’s not too late! Go!” @HiddenCash tweeted with a picture of a rock. Retweeted 80 times in minutes, the pond in Central Park soon echoed with cries of young men and children hunting under benches and weaving between tourists to find the cash. AFP

Canadian sues hospital for shortening penis in surgery A CANADIAN MAN IS suing a Montreal area hospital over a botched surgery that left his penis one inch shorter, claiming it ruined his sex life and his marriage. The man, whose identity was withheld by Sun Media in Canada, told the newspaper he had been rushed to hospital in 2011 with a fractured appendage. The injury was sustained while having sex with his wife. Surgery to correct the injury reportedly left a “per-

manent scar” on his penis and reduced its length by “about an inch” (2.5 centimetres). The man claims he was unable to have sex for two years and his wife eventually walked out on him. He is seeking US$142,680 (B4.6 million) in damages for negligence and “indescribable anguish,” according to a statement of claim. The allegations have yet to be proven in court. AFP

Crocodile ice cream a hit in Philippines AN EXPERIMENT WITH crocodile eggs has turned into a profit for a husband and wife duo that run the Sweet Spot restaurant in Davao City in the Philippines. When Dino and Bianca Ramos received a batch of croc eggs from Dino’s uncle, the couple experimented with the ingredient to make ice cream. Over time, the treat took off and has become one of the most popular flavours at the Sweet Spot.

“Of course it is regular ice cream and doesn’t taste of croc meat,” Dino says. “It’s only the eggs we use. But they do make delicious ice cream.” Dino explains that, because crocodiles are an endangered species, the restaurant only uses eggs that are surplus or that do not hatch. With 80 per cent yolk, the crocodile eggs are considered much healthier than regular chicken eggs.

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ormer private investigator in Thailand, Warren Olson, and co-author of the popular Confessions of a Bangkok Private Eye, recently released a new e-book, titled Red Room. The Phuket News’ Claire Connell spoke to Mr Olson about his inspiration for the book.

Can you give us a summary of ‘Red Room’?

An elegant Thai woman in her final year as a law student disappears after meeting a handsome DEA agent. Fearing the worst, her wealthy Russian boyfriend pleads with Kenny Jones, private detective, to find her. Amidst a backdrop of voyeurism, violence and illicit sex, Kenny wades through the dark undercurrents of the Bangkok night to uncover much more than is openly on show in the red light zone.

What was your inspiration for the book?

When I retired from the private investigation business in Thailand (not a paricularly safe line of work for a then-new father, as I was at during that time), Confessions of a Bangkok Private Eye was co-written along with Stephen Leather. The popularity of that book, and the chance to explain not only some pitfalls but a better understanding of Thai culture and epistemology in an entertaining book, all contributed to the inspira-

tion for Red Room. I tell the Red Room story through the eyes of fictional detective ‘Kenny Jones’ and this is the third in that series. All are based on people and places I encountered during my decade as a private detective. I also wrote the nonfiction book Thai Private Eye and an updated version The Private Detective, which will be released shortly detailing how investigations were carried out. I released a textbook entitled Diversity-challenged Interviewing that has been used by Government agencies to instruct staff of the differences required when Western staff are dealing with those from the East.

Is the Red Room based on real events?

This book is totally based on fact. Some characters have been altered slightly of course, but at the time both the client and I received death threats. The only alteration is a drive-by shooting and a bombing. However, again, they are based on real events at the time: the bombing in Bali and the shooting of an Australian forensic accountant who was looking into a Thai company’s affairs.

When was it released?

The Red Room was released last month. A couple of friends have set up SPP, a publishing company that specialises in Thai-based books, so I was happy to help them plus take advantage of their

editing expertise. Currently the book is only released as an E-book. It can be found on the SPP site (spankingpulppress.com) along with Amazon or Goodreads. And it costs US$3.99.

You’ve now been living in your home country, New Zealand, for how many years. What was it that made you decide to pen another Thailand book?

I returned to New Zealand primarily for my daughter’s benefit when she was three years old. As she is a school prefect and in the New Zealand under-12 girls soccer squad I’m sure that was a wise decision, but that’s nine years out of the Kingdom. Nonetheless, I keep very close contact with friends and family and will always retain a close affinity with all things Thai.

What’s feedback been like so far on the book? Are people surprised you are still writing Thailand-themed books?

According to some of my loyal readers, I am somewhat of a ‘Thai legend’ – although I doubt the validity of that. Nonetheless having lived so long in the Kingdom more or less as a ‘blue collar Thai’, who was able to drink ‘ha-sip degree’ whiskey and eat grasshoppers with the locals as well as chat to taxi drivers and bar girls in Thai or Khamen [Cambodian dialect], meant I was a rarity amongst investigators. Being able to draw on those experiences also gives

me some great ideas and allows me to deviate from the usual Thai-based tales that are written by Westerners living in five-star accommodation.

Your life as a private investigator must seem worlds away from your life now as very much a family man. What’s the transition been like?

The main difference I found was not one of investigator to the student/father I became (I returned to university and completed a masters degree in Strategic Studies on my return to New Zealand), but of the transition from an Asian to a Western way of thinking. I really did find New Zealanders to often appear rude, arrogant and outspoken when I first returned. Furthermore, they didn’t leave shoes at the door or lower their heads when talking to people of higher credentials. I still often attend a local Thai temple and enjoy doing some errands for the monks if needed. Yes, I do miss Thailand at times, but I do think at least in the places I relaxed – huge Thai restaurants and night clubs such as Pow Goong Bow or Hollywood in Ratchada come to mind – that it is essentially a younger or at least unmarried man and woman’s place to some extent. Besides, along with my wonderful memories I have brought my own special Thai jewel with me – my daughter is part Thai.

Tibet in stark monochrome Tibet, the Last Cry by Eric Meyer (text) and Laurent Zylberman (images) Published by Blacksmith Books blacksmithbooks.com Reviewed by Nick Walker

ibet – “The Roof Of The World” – isn’t an easy place for journalists to reach, and has become even more inaccessible for media professionals since the Lhasa riots of March 2008. But two intrepid French-

men, long-ter m China resident Eric Meyer and photojournalist Laurent Zylberman managed to make their way to the vast and historically-contested land after the 2008 riots that left swathes of Lhasa, the provincial capital, in ruins. Narrated in a day-byday journal-manner, both text and images transport the reader to a land where Tibetans and incoming Han Chinese eye each other warily, and the clash of two cultures contrasts with a topography that is both tranquil and dramatic. The arresting photographs form the main driver of this book. Its series of B/W images document the edgy relationship between two very different communities, who have never fully understood each other, a

relationship complicated by official policy from Beijing, 2,600 kiometres to the east. It was quite an achievement to to secure first-hand accounts of lives lived in Lhasa and other parts of this exotic and cinematic land, and the enthralling landscape shots reveal this remote region in all its soaring magnificence. A highly recommended read and visual treat for anyone interested in a land that has enthralled adventurers and armchair dreamers alike for centuries. thephuketnews

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s we prepare to officially congratulate Riki Teteina on his promotion as the new Head of School at the Phuket International Day School (PIADS), The Phuket News recently had one final sit-down with the outgoing head, Dennis MacKinnon. The seasoned educator – whose 35 years of service to educational leadership has contributed to an invaluable legacy of international curricula – is now truly ready for retirement in his home in the Bahamas. Though he’ll certainly be missed here in Phuket, he didn’t leave us empty-handed.

ent nationalities amongst the kids. I think the rapid enrollment growth of the school is testament to the fact that we’re offering an education which is sufficiently different from what’s available in other good schools, to attract a certain person who wants a liberal progressive education, as opposed to the knowledge-based curriculum of yesterday.

It’s a constant journey, you’re constantly seeking to achieve more, and thus you should never ever Reflecting on the last two years at PIADS – think that you’ve did you accomplish what you intended to? When I came here in 2012, I was given arrived, that you three mandates from the board of direcreally are on a tors. The first one was to see the Interconstant journey national Baccalaureate or IB – the PYP towards excellence, [Primary Years Programme], MYP [Middle Years Programme] and the Diploma – prothat weaving jourgrammes authorized. The second was to lay ney towards some- the ground for the accreditation exercise. thing which is ever The third was to maintain the school’s commitment to social and emotional learnjust over the hill. ing, and mindfulness. We’ve done all those three – we have the authorization for the PYP which was accomplished in 2012, and the Diploma program, which we got this year. We’re currently waiting on the decision for the MYP. And as for the ability of the school to be able to display itself as an international school of note – an accredited international school, we’ve obtained candidate status from the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges for proceeding, which began with a preliminary visit by visitors from the two agencies in December 2013.

So what’s the next step in accreditation?

Next year there will be an intensive journey into the inner workings of the school; not simply the education but also the governance; not simply the facilities but also the finances – the whole caboodle. Then a team will come in around December 2016, basically to verify that what the school has said about itself is what is actually happening.

How about the mandate for mindfulness?

The commitment to social and emotional learning and mindfulness (SELM) is very firm. We’ve become a world leader in the field. Our director of SELM, Krysten Fort-Catanese – she’s been in demand all over the world for her expertise, wisdom, knowledge and understanding of the programmes. And for the third year running we’re going to be holding the mindfulness conference here at PIADS in October, which will attract people from all over the world. I should also mention that set up for next year is a major IB regional conference... that all considered, I was snatched out of impending retirement and as far as I’m concerned, the job’s done.

Snatched out of retirement?

Dennis Mackinnon has earned the time to traverse the globe by boat, train and car. @thephuketnews

I’d been trying to retire for years, this was the third attempt ... It’s time. Over the course of the past year, we – my wife Christina and I – have decided we wanted to spend some time after we’ve left here travelling before going to our home in the bahamas.

Back to the Bahamas?

Eventually ... We’ll leave here [Phuket]

What type of enrollment growth?

When we started in August 2012, the enrollment was 214, today we’re at 256, and we’re budgeting conservatively on 305 for August – so basically about a 48 per cent increase over two years... The problems of growth are very real. And so the challenge is that we maintain the quality of education in the growth. Sadly, a number of our classes are now full – I say sadly because we’d like to take every kid that comes but you can’t if you don’t have the space or the teachers to do it.

We’ve talked about what the school has gained, is gaining. Is there anything you’ve gained from the school?

at the end of July. And then we’ll spend a month more in Asia and about six months in Australia and New Zealand. Our daughter Rachel is married to an American and lives in Australia, and our son Andrew is married to a Canadian and lives in China. Then, we’ll take a boat from Sydney, crossing the pacific ocean up to Alaska, and then taking the cross-continental railway, and pick up a car in Toronto and probably drive down as far as Miami, where we’ll continue onto Nassau ...

Did you say you’ll take a boat from Sydney to North America?

[Winks] I’ve got the time now.

When I first spoke to you two years ago, you said there is no where else you’d rather be. Has that changed now?

I think that the school’s development of the vision and mission statements show that at the very heart of the school, there’s a commitment to the values that I know and appreciate. And I still believe that the potential here is enormous.

And how about Phuket itself?

I haven’t seen much of Phuket... I’ve been working most of the time. School administration is a full time job and then some. I’ve enjoyed living on the north of the island. Sometime’s we pack our passports and go to the west coast to enjoy some of the tourist sites.

What were some of the biggest challenges you faced over the last two years?

One of the major challenges was how to deal with a school whose enrollment was growing and make sure the quality of the education remained good... We’ve been very fortunate with our recruiting exercises. We’re not the highest payers in the world, but people come here on philosophy and vision, so we’ve been able to attract a good number of people who come here inspired by what the school stands for – it’s not your run-of-the-mill, skill and drill sort of school. It’s a school based on philosphy... on mindfulness, and which seeks to work that out in practice... Our teachers represent nine nationalities, while there are 28 differ-

Very much so. I’ve been in educational leadership roles for 35 years, and what’s been very pleasant at the end of my career is to be in a school which reflects the values that I hold dear. When I was younger – much younger – when living in Germany, I was heavily involved in the [establishment of the] IB PYP and I chaired what was then called the International Schools Curriculum Project, which was the precursor of the PYP. As one of the architects of the curriculum, it was such a kick to come to a school where the same learner profile trays were ubiquitous ... The joy of that and having worked with such good colleagues from all over the world, has been a pleasure.

On your way out, do you have any parting advice for Riki Teteina?

[Laughs] Because Riki and I have worked together for two years, it was clear that he was the heir apparent. We’d been able to talk on a daily basis, and increasingly so over the last several months, about the transition. Thus, the transition should be as seamless as it possibly can. Obviously, a new head coming in will make some changes, which is absolutely necessary. It comes down to how those changes will be managed. I think the challenge of good school leadership is holding on to what’s good from the past, but ever looking ahead toward the future. If I had to sum it up in an entrée to deliver to him, I would say, ‘Excellence is an ever-moving target – you never get there.’ It’s a constant journey, you’re constantly seeking to achieve more, and thus you should never ever think that you’ve arrived, that you really are on a constant journey towards excellence, that weaving journey towards something which is ever just over the hill.

That said, being retired and all – have you arrived yet?

Still going. I’ve got books I want to read, places I want to go, a couple of grandchildren I want to spend time with and I’m really looking forward to that. We’ve lived in nine different countries and you always leave a little bit of yourself wherever you leave, and you always take a little bit of wherever you’ve been with you. This is true for Thailand. We’ll leave a little bit of our hearts and take away very pleasant memories of people we’ve known here.

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Her name’s Kaloula. She’s was a show frog. Barry Manilow’s favourite Flower of the camel’s foot tree – so-called because of the shape of amphibian. its leaves) – target of parasites from outer space.

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Stripy jammies and a fat behind. Kaloula with alates – fine fuel for bonking.

It’s raining, time for a bonk GARDEN IN SIAM

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spent 40 minutes in the afternoon battling with a ladder, saw and secateurs, battling with some kind of parasite growing on two of our camel’s foot trees. I don’t know what the parasite is, but I guess the seed is airborne and when it lands in a tree it promptly grows from the branch it’s on, producing a grungy-looking nodule and then sprouting skyward. She Who Must Be Obeyed said “They must be stopped.” So I spent 40 minutes lugging the ladder around, finding that it wasn’t long enough, climbing back down, extending it, and then wobbling dangerously because the trees have fairly short trunks and really bendy branches. Really sticky work – the temperature’s up in the high 30s C and the humidity’s about 14 million percent. Anyway, sliced the parasites off (flashes of Alien, and multi-tentacled things bursting out of the tree and wrapping themselves around my face), and then went and spent another 40 minutes under a cold shower, just to cool down. And then – and then – about 30 minutes

before sunset, the sky darkened and the wind got up and suddenly things were a lot cooler than they’ve been for weeks. As the sun set the sky became a really ugly yellow. The word bile comes to mind. Then the rain hit. Poured for about an hour. It’s stopped now, and the temperature’s really comfortable. Grand weather for frogs and toads. Many of them have been hidden away underground during the dry season. When it rains, they all rush to our lily pond for the noisiest Hallelujah chorus you’ve heard in nature. Of course, they’re not singing “Hallelujah, thank you for the rain, God.” There are, as always in nature, two messages: “Get off my patch, you fat ugly warty bugger or I’ll bash yer!” and “Come and get it, you fat warty beauty. Gimme your eggs! I want your eggs! I’ll give you the most beautiful tadpoles in the world! C’mon, babeeeeee!” Or croaks, peeps and belches to that effect. Coinciding with all this testosteronefuelled bedlam (which, as we know from experience, will go on all night), a local ant queen decided that tonight it was time to let the young ’uns leave the nest.The young ’uns being, in this case, about 300 times the size of your average ant. With ruddy great wings, about an inch across. Technically, they’re “alates”. These are a mixture of new queens and their would-be boyfriends. And in the world of ants, there’s none of that “I’m washing my hair tonight,” or “I’m wiv me mates,” ... In the world of ants it’s all about bonking. After which the new queens dig into the ground and try to start a new colony while the boyfriends go off and die.

So tonight we’re surrounded by beasties bonking. And eating. One beastie that loves to eat (probably to get his/her strength up for the bonking) is the Asian painted frog, also known as the banded bullfrog, rice frog or bubble frog. Or, in the pet trade, apparently, as the chubby frog. Personally I like the Latin name best: Kaloula pulchra, or in translation Beautiful Kaloula. Cue Barry Manilow: “Her name’s Kaloula. She was a show frog,” etc etc. In Thailand Kaloulas are called Eung Ahn, because of the noise they make – a deep, resonant “Eung Ahn”. Or sometimes just “Ahn”. They are about 2 to 2.5 inches long. Viewed from above they are like rounded triangles – small head and big wide backside and little legs tucked underneath. They’re deep brown with a broad tan or cream stripe running along each side. They’re frogs, but they move more like toads. Like toads, they do hop around, though about 3 millimetres at a time. None of that fancy frog boing-boing stuff, leaping from tree to tree. These guys keep their feet on the ground. And all those alates running around our veranda looking for a bonk are manna from heaven for the Kaloulas, who hop through the ant orgy in leisurely fashion, eying up the nearest alates and then blop, the ant disappears. No more bonking. No new colony. Bummer. But not for the Kaloulas. They’ll blop alates all night. Which may be why they have such fat behinds. Bummer. For more fun in the garden, be sure to check out gardeninsiam.wordpress.com

Stench-free compost at home, work Steven Layne editor3@classactmedia.co.th

taff at the Phuket Environment Foundation (PEF) have been working overtime to fulfill orders for their hand-manufactured household composting bins, which were launched for sale on the island last week. “We’ve sold about 50 so far, mostly to local hotels. New orders are coming in every day,” Chakrit Songsaeng of the PEF told The Phuket News last week. He explained that the composting bins, modified from recycled chemical storage containers, require only about 30 days to turn household organic waste into compost. “The internal pipes are designed to circulate the air within, and as long as you add layers of dead leaves on top of the layers of organic waste, there will

be no smell. After 30 days, you can simply scoop out the ready-to-use compost from the bottom slot,” he said. The bins which have a base cost of B1,200 are being sold for B1,500, with the B300 in proceeds to go to a PEFmanaged fund to be used for sustainability projects. For more details, or to place an order, call 076-250439 thephuketnews

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Work smarter, not harder HEALTH MATTERS

Sarah Nockles sarah@santosaphuket.com

Santosa Wellness Center

With views of the Andaman Sea, the Santosa Wellness Center features state-of-the-art facilities, the centre boasts a fivestar raw and vegetarian restaurant, a juice and coffee bar, eight colon hydrotherapy rooms, a pavilion with an expansive range of healthy activities, a herbal steam sauna, and a plunge-style ice bath. santosaphuket.com

he days of spending hours in the gym running on treadmills or trying to isolate our muscles with weight machines are long gone – a new wave of fitness has arrived! Our bodies move as a whole, so it seems rather nonsensical to train them part by part. Furthermore, there is a foundation and fundamental at the heart of every movement we make – our core. Responsible for stability, balance and flexibility our core allows us to twist, bend, go side-to-side, forward and backward. So a workout that involves the core in every movement and keeps it engaged, sounds like a dream, right? Enter TRX, which stands for Total Body Resistance Exercise. Hung from the ceiling, these two adjustable cables are the functional bodyweight workout system that have revolutionized the fitness world. Easily adaptable by increasing or decreasing the resistance of the straps by body positioning, the workout utilizes your own bodyweight to provide custom-built training that can be tailored to any level of fitness. It all started in the Navy SEALs, where a portable and efficient workout system was paramount to build strength and prevent injuries. The straps can be hung over a door, or utilized just about anywhere that a suitable anchor point can be found. The system is so effective though, that gyms all over the world have introduced classes, and clients are gaining incredible results. By working the entire body we minimize training time, and by engaging the core in

every movement, all of a sudden they become so much more challenging. By switching to full body functional training, we enhance the way our body is meant to move, so TRX has become more than just a fitness fad. It enhances overall performance, and in turn, one’s quality of life. Finding a workout that can adjust to any fitness level is pretty unusual. By positioning yourself closer, or further away from the anchor point, TRX allows us to control the intensity of each movement. Minimizing training time, the cables allow you to switch between exercises in just seconds. By doing this, we also keep our heart rate up, which means a constant cardio challenge. TRX doesn’t let you waste time, which makes it a smart form of exercise, not just a hard one. The effectiveness lies in perfect form and technique, and basic exercise like squats, lunges, chest press, planks, become extremely efficient when you bring the suspension cables into play. TRX also provides an amazing stretching platform, providing full body flexibility, which is again, much more efficient than the antiquated static, isolated forms of stretching.

Crack down on back-alley beauty

he Ministry of Public Health has set up a Facebook page to facilitate the reporting of illegal practices by beauty clinics and other health services establishments. Officials from the Department of Health Service Support, the Food and Drug Administration, the Dermatological Society of Thailand in addition to police officers, recently conducted a raid on a clinic in Bangkok’s Sutthisan area after learning that a customer who visited the clinic for treatment had become blind after being injected with filler material by an unqualified practitioner. The blinded customer received the filler injection in the nose. The agencies involved in the raid have agreed that from now on, the Department of Health Service Support will regulate the standard of filler

The victim’s blind eye posted on Facebook. materials for cosmetic surgery, and the Food and Drug Administration will regulate the use of the filler materials. Reports of substandard clinics can be made on the Facebook page (in Thai search ม อื ปราบสถานพยาบาลเถ ือ่ น) or you can report an illegal or unregistered clinic or doctor, by calliing 02-193-7999 and 02590-2999 extension 1280-1282

Health Dept warns against football fever

he General Director of the Department of Health has expressed concerns about the general health of football fans losing sleep to watch World Cup football matches. Committed fans and followers are advised to plan their schedule to avoid sleep deprivation since it can affect body weight, or leave them feeling tired. Moreover, parents must monitor teenagers so as to avoid football betting which will have an effect on their futures, the General Director warned. People who feel tired after a lengthy @thephuketnews

period of going to bed late are advised to take vitamins and to benefit from the minerals contained in fruit and vegetables. Other commitments should include doing exercises, and being cheerful, while avoiding sweet drinks and alcohol. NNT

It has fast become the workout of choice, from professionals training for peak performance, to everyday people who want the best out of the time allocated to their fitness regimes. When aligned correctly, TRX creates a workout that does not put tension on the joints, which facilitates injury prevention. Resistance training is incredibly important, especially as we age, and bodyweight resistance really does prove that we do not need to spend hours on weight machines to achieve great results. Join the new wave of fitness and get yourself to a gym offering open classes to learn how you too, can discover freedom of movement through your body’s ultimate foundation – its core.

6 EDUCATION IN BRIEF NCPO chief urges for speedy educational reform The National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) has instructed the Ministry of Education (MOE) to speed up educational reform by focusing on the quality of teaching personnel. The NCPO chief Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha, said recently in a televised program “Return Happiness to the People” that lessons should focus on Thai history, morality and discipline.NNT

Thailand braces for more international schools The private sector is seeking to establish more international schools in Thailand in order to be ready for the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC). According to the Office of the Private Education Commission, the private sector will apply for the establishment of at least 10 international schools across Thailand this year – in Bangkok, Chumphon, Udon Thani, Su rat T ha n i, Sa mut Prakan and Phitsanulok. There are currently 141 international schools in Thailand.PRD

Deep South education boost The government will continue to offer support to private schools in Thailand’s southern border provinces of Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat, to encourage them to open vocational courses for local students. One advantage of local schoolchildren in the region is their ability to speak the Malay language, which is spoken in Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia and Malaysia. In the 2014 f iscal year, the Office of the Private Education Commission provided B99 million for construction projects, carried out by 198 schools in the five southern border provinces.PRD

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Educational football 6 World Cup activities for the classroom ASK THE AJARN Eric Haeg eric@teflcampus.com

Not everyone is a football lover, but good teachers know how to bring variety to their classroom. After choosing a the World Cup as a theme, use these activities and modify them ...

he World Cup is in full swing. Take advantage of this by making it the theme of your lessons over the next few weeks. After all, lessons are more effective when students are interested, the topic is relevant and everyone is having fun.

Collocation

This one’s pretty basic: create two groups of cards with words/phrases on one side; students must find matching pairs and produce language based on the prompts. Basic learners might combine verbs and nouns (kick + ball, save + shot) to make a sentence, while advanced learners could be challenged to match British and American vocabulary (pitch + field, squad + team).

On One Condition

Practice the second and/or third conditional verb forms by getting students to finish sentences. Write six halves of a sentence, numbering them 1-6. Give students a die; the number they role corresponds to a sentence they have to finish (If I were at the World Cup, I would… or, If England hadn’t lost to Italy…).

Call My Bluff

Games – inside and outside the classroom – can make learning fun. Photo: Blue Plover A teacher trainer at TEFL Campus and Phuket resident since 2004, Eric welcomes all questions regarding teaching English in Phuket at: info@ teflcampus.com

Teach relative clauses, football slang and more by introducing the terms or phrases, then reading off two meanings for each – one is true and the other you make up. Students choose which is correct (howler, a bad performance or an extremely vocal goal keeper). If students are advanced, encourage them to submit their own bluffs.

Storyboards

Source and print 8-12 pictures of a recent match and have students tell their story of the game. This can be done for the present or past tense forms. Use the action of the game to show the difference between correct usages (Players were screaming at the referee as he pulled out his red card.)

Guess Who

Played just like the classic board game (google it if

you’re not familiar) but with real players from the World Cup. One student describes a player’s appearance and others guess who’s being described (He’s slim, has green eyes and no hair. Ans: Michael Bradley). Watch out, creating materials for this one is time consuming. Make the board so that pics can be swapped in and out between themes.

Country Profiles

Find or create country profiles for World Cup nations. You can teach or practice comparatives and superlatives, ordinal and big numbers, stats and figures and much more. Tell a student or students to study one country. Provide students with enough time to prepare a report before they deliver it to the class. Then give a quiz about the information shared – students with the most correct answers win. If appropriate, candy, pens or maybe a replica World Cup trophy is awarded. Not everyone likes football but good teachers know how to bring variety to their classroom. After choosing a theme like the World Cup, use these same activities and modify them for themes like cooking, travel or film. With a few small tweaks, language points can be modified across skill levels and activities can be used with private, small or large classes. May the best team win in world-class style, and may all students have fun.

Local resort leaders schooled on hospitality

he Dewa Nai Yang Beach Resort recently welcomed Scott Michael Smith, PhD, Course Coordinator for Assumption University’s Department of Hospitality and Tourism. A popular industry trainer, “Ajarn Scott” led a week-long training program for Dewa Resort’s future leaders. Dr Smith remarked: “The Ladders for Leaders workshop was designed specifically for future leaders looking to improve their management and leadership skills. These wonderful, young, and talented leaders are clearly destined for great things.” Upon completion of course requirements, Dewa staff received a Ladders for Leaders or Spirit of Hospitality certificates and an improved skill sets hoped to bring the property’s offering to the next level. The program included several short videos, many energizing activities, thoughtful discussions, a few lectures and many surprises. The workshop was presented in English with Thai translations expertly de-

livered by Mr Phairat “Tori” Phonphai. Lillian Woon Carpenter, General Manager, Dewa Nai Yang Beach Resort, commented: “We had Scott here at Dewa a few years ago to conduct a Spirit of Hospitality Course which was well received and we decided to bring him back for another session and also to provide leadership management

skills to our Supervisory level staff, most of whom worked their way up the ranks.” “Scott has the passion and the understanding of Thai working culture and was therefore able to structure the program accordingly, bringing the team renewed energy and the required inspiration to be successful leaders of their area.” thephuketnews

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PSU cabin training simulator takes off The simulating room provides tourism and airline business students with a realistic airport environment.

The new training cabin simulates a Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

brand new airport terminal has been completed in Phuket and will be ready for official operation by August – a life-like simulation terminal for training purposes that is. The “PSU Terminal” is a brand new, state-of-the-art check-in terminal and airplane cabin simulator built for the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism (FHT) at the Prince of Songkla University Phuket campus in Kathu. “The simulating room provides tourism and airline business students with a realistic airport environment,” explained Colin Law, an FHT lecturer, as well as the chairman for PSU’s Tourism Management Programme. The terminal consists of check-in counters, a boarding gate and a section of a B737MAX aircraft cabin and will be used to train students in FHT’s tourism management degree programme as well as transportation management majors. “In order to develop a real simulation

room for the students, all facilities are completed with 1:1 scale,” said Mr Law. He noted that the cost of building the facility was about B10 million, and is the only in the southern part of Thailand. “The cabin, which has been certified by Thai Airways, is the only one in Thailand to be designed to actual size,” he said, noting that other cabin simulators, such as those at Bangkok University, Suan Dusit Rajbhat and Si Pathum in the capital are larger than actual Boeing aircraft. In addition to being used for PSU courses, the faculty will also be utilized by the Thai Flight Training Academy (TFTA) to offer cabin crew training programs. Training will be offered by qualified trainers from Thai Airways International at both the PSU Terminal as well as TFTA facilities in Bangkok. Colin added The PSU FHT has also been appointed as an IATA (International Air Transport Association) training centre to of-

fer certification courses to all and any interested parties. The IATA training centre, certification courses in aviation, tourism and cargo will be offered. For more information please contact, Chatrapat Saengngoen E: chatrapat.s@gmail.com Tel: 076 276817, or Colin Law via colinlaw2603@gmail.com Tel: 076 276860

Brush your way to serenity

ife as an expat can be exhilarating and exciting – discovering cultural quirks, fun with communication and exploring exotic locations. But then at times, it can be stressful and isolating – unfamiliar cultural quirks, challenges with communication and sometimes feeling completely lost. Compounded by a lack of family and long-term friends nearby, this pressure can often lead to depression or anxiety. For which, professional support here generally ranges from non-existent to limited. Some seek solace in exercise or meditation, others immerse themselves in volunteer work for charities. All can be very rewarding, great ways to alleviate stress or anxiety and make new friendships. But what if yoga and de-sexing dogs just isn’t your thing? Pablo Picasso once said “Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life”. Try a little play with clay, chip

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away at some wood and call it carving, knit up a crazy storm of iridescent scarves – whatever floats your boat! Next week there is a unique opportunity to try your hand at the gentle art of Water Colour Painting, in an Introductory Session on June 25 in Rawai. Come along to meet a few new friends, splash some paint around and do a little dusting of the soul. To book or for more information contact Kez via 0849462171 or visit oasisedphuket.com Upcoming Workshops: •Flower Arrangement Workshop; 9:30 – 12pm June 24, Oasis ed. Phuket, Rawai •Freestyle Art Jam; 1-4pm, June 24, Oasis ed. Phuket, Rawai •Photoshop Fundamentals Workshop; 6:30 – 9:30pm, June 26, Oasis ed. Phuket, Rawai

8 DINING

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A family day out at Centara Claire Connell editor1@classactmedia.co.th

Clockwise from top left, Executive Chef Laurent Valette; salads, guacamole and hummus; the impressive cheese selection; and cold cuts.

ith new brunch and lunch locations continuously popping up all over the island, Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket regularly comes out on top as one of the best places to spend a relaxing weekend, with their Sunday Family Lunch. There is a wide range of food catering to all different tastes with a good variety of vegetarian dishes as well. The hummus and guacamole are to die for, and are two standouts on the menu. Centara also has an extensive range of cheeses and freshly-baked, home-made breads, which is an appealing aspect of any brunch for foreigners. There were at least eight cheese varieties on display when we visited. There’s also a sushi station, fresh seafood (lobster, scallops, mussels, oysters, mari-

nated salmon, clams and prawns, plus more), salads, cold cuts, hot dishes, pizza, and an Indian food station. The meat selection includes whole-roasted chicken, roasted lamb, pork loin, chicken breast, rib eye, lamb chop, beef tenderloin and beef sirloin. However, no brunch is complete without dessert and sweet treats at the end, and this is where Centara really comes into its own. The special dessert section even has its own room. The mango gratin and tiramisu are recommended. The small lemon meringue pies are some of the best we’ve tasted and are fantastically presented as well. And don’t miss the ice cream and sorbets section. If you’ve got room after all this, one of the best parts of the Centara brunch is that you’re able to use the resort’s pool, and children can take part in the Kids’ Club for free during your time there.

Bookings are recommended. To make a reservation and to find out the monthly price promotion, contact the team at Centara on 076-201-234, or email cpbr@chr.co.th. Prices change monthly due to promotions, but adult prices usually start at B1,900 net per person. The lunch runs from midday until 3pm, and is held two times per month.

AN OLD FAVOURITE

Phuket’s “drunken noodles”, also know as Pad Kee Mao, are a popular menu choice for many Thais and foreigners alike. The Chinese-influenced noodle dish is made famous by the addition of chilli, pepper and basil. A great example of this dish is at the Tum Munn Restaurant, on Kanjana-U-Thit Road, south of Rajabhat University. Their Pad Kee Mao with seafood is B55. For more details phone 088 708 8303.

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City of Saints and deities Nick Walker editor@classactmedia.co.th

t’s not just the casinos that are giving Macau an edge in the highstakes tourism game. Almost a decade ago, the historical heart of the tiny former Poruguese colony was designated a Unesco World Heritage Site, the 31st in China. (There are now 45.) The site is divided into two: one forms a strip on the western side, stretching from the southernmost tip to the central part of the Macau Peninsula. The other is a smaller zone to the east of it. They encompass many man-made wonders, as well as the most significant topographical features of the “old city”, comprising

Macau’s centrally located St Dominic’s Church. Photo: Wikicommons

Barra Hill, Mount Hill and Guia Hill. These overlook St Anthony’s Parish, one of Macau’s earliest urban districts. With its cobbled streets and serenelooking residential and public buildings, including a fortress and a lighthouse, the historic centre of Macau provides a portal into a unique Eurasian settlement and crossroads of civilisations. Nothing was more influential in the shaping of Macau’s early psyche than the Catholic faith, and it comes as no surprise that the best-known attraction within the Unesco site is the iconic Ruins of St Paul’s Cathedral. However, there are other religious sites that have great significance to Macau’s heritage. At the centre of the western part of the Unesco site is the 17th-century St Dominic’s Church. Its facade comprises a cream-coloured stone and white stucco with green shuttered windows. It is a magnificent introduction to the ecclesiastical art contained within its walls. The church was renovated 18 years ago and has a museum on three floors with paintings, sculptures and liturgical ornaments, illustrating the history of Catholicism in Asia. There are two other houses of worship that are architecturally similar to St Dominic’s elegant baroque lines. Both have the same soothing cream-andwhite exterior, and the larger of these is the St Joseph’s Seminary and Church,

which opened in 1758 as part of St Joseph’s Jesuit seminary. The building’s superb acoustics make it an excellent venue for concerts during the annual International Music Festival. The smaller Chapel of St Francis Xavier on Coloane Island is relatively new by Macau standards as it was built in 1928. This picturesque chapel, though somewhat gaudy inside, contains the remains of persecuted Japanese Christians who were killed because of their faith in Nagasaki in 1597. Another house of worship is the Chapel of Our Lady of Penha, founded in 1622 by the Portuguese crew and passengers of a vessel that narrowly escaped capture by the Dutch – Portugal’s bitter enemy in the race by European powers to expand their empires. The chapel has since served as a place of worship for mariners and their families. The Order Of Saint Anthony is a military order, former soldiers of the Portuguese military found solace in Macau’s St Anthony’s Church, a place of worship especially for African mercenaries who were recruited from the countries known today as Cape Verde, Sao Tome and Principe, Guinea-Bissau, Angola and Mozambique. Attendance at many of Macau’s churches remains stable and Mass is offered daily at more than a dozen locations across the city, which is home to over 30,000 Catholics. The majority of Macau’s people, however, are Buddhist, Taoist or a mix of both. Buddhism and Taoism have deep roots in Macau and also form an integral part of its proud heritage. The Kun Iam Tong is a huge Buddhist temple dedicated to the goddess of mercy whose foundation predated the arrival of the Portuguese by more than 200 years. The temple houses images of Buddha and the goddess of mercy, Kun Iam. She is attended by distinguished-looking figures lining the walls representing the ‘18 wise men of China’ of local lore. The figure on the left with bulging eyes and a moustache is Marco Polo, who embraced Buddhism and came to be regarded as a great sage. Not only is the temple a site of reverence, but it is also where the first treaty of trade and friendship between the United States and China was signed in 1844. The Kun Iam festival is celebrated on the 19th day of the second, sixth, ninth and eleventh full moon. Also on the Avenida do Coronel Mesquita is one of Macau’s most remarkable Taoist temples. The Tam Kung Miu temple is dedicated to Tam Kung, a Taoist god of seafarers, and beside his image is a four-footlong model of a dragon boat made from whalebone. Macau’s most famous non-Christian house of worship is the A-Ma temple, from which Macau’s name is said to be derived. Here one can find prayer halls and pavilions with beautiful tiled roofs built into the boulder-strewn hill and connected by winding paths through moon gates and tiny gardens. For centuries Macau’s most visible man-made structure was St Paul’s Cathedral and the skyline was accented by church spires rather than the new casino resorts. With devotees of most faiths believing that virtue is more enduring than sin, the theological consensus is that, centuries from now, the churches and temples will endure, while the casinos will have gone the way of Macau’s opium dens. That still means plenty of time for us mortals to enjoy the Las Vegas of the East. And if you do lose your life savings at the casino, at least there’s no shortage of places in Macau to pray for salvation. thephuketnews

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Thalang Rd’s Sunday fiesta JAMIE’S PHUKET Jamie Monk editor@classactmedia.co.th

Thalang Road is the heart of the old town and still has many old businesses such as printers, hardware stores, Muslim fabric shops and places like Abdul’s Roti shop and the old herb shop

Clowns bring fun and laughter for younger children on Sundays.

unday has always been a quiet day in old Phuket Town. Many businesses close on Sundays and the nightlife is much quieter than Friday or Saturday – the area has plenty of bars and pubs which are mainly frequented by locals rather than tourists. Sunday was always a good day to walk around old town and take photos, as there would be much less traffic than other days, but it did feel a bit too quiet sometimes with many shops and some restaurants closed. The old town has had a renaissance over the last five years with a lot of work being done to preserve old buildings and remove ugly overhead wires. Museums have opened, and many small cafes too. I’m hoping the area can avoid becoming just cafes and souvenir shops, and so far that is the case. Thalang Road is the heart of the old town and still has many old businesses such as printers, hardware stores, Muslim fabric shops and places like Abdul’s Roti shop and the old herb shop. Towards the end of 2013, the Phuket old town community launched the Sunday Walking Street market along Thalang Road. This had been planned for some months and does need support from local government and police, as traffic has to be diverted and all vehicles moved from Thalang Road before the market starts in the afternoon. It’s been running for about seven months now and is very popular! The ever-popular Weekend Night Market is held on Saturday and Sunday, and seems to be just as busy despite “competition” from this new market. I think people maybe visit both on a Sunday. The weekend market is much bigger, but the official name for this Sunday walking street is “Lard Yai” (หลาดใหญ่). Yai means big, and Lard is a shortened version of Thalad, meaning market, but in the southern Thai dialect, people just say “Lad”/“Lard” – hard to exactly transliterate, there is no hard R sound in the word. Anyway, this is because back in the old days, Thalang Road was the main market street in town. We go quite often, and our Sunday dinner is snacks purchased along the street. It’s pretty busy and with Thalang Road itself closed to traffic, and many people visiting the market, parking can be hard to find. We tend to park at Wat Mongkon Minit temple, which is on Dibuk Road just over the street from the north end of Soi Romanee, a narrow old street that leads down to Thalang Road. It’s B20 to park the car there. Soi Romanee has had plenty of renovation work in the last five years. There are still some old houses here, plus a few cafes and guesthouses. In the tin mining days 100 years ago, this street was apparently full of brothels! If you get there around 5pm, it’s still pretty quiet, but it soon gets busier. All along Thalang Road between the junctions with Phuket Road and Yaowarat Road, about 400 meters of activity including lots of food, entertainers and stalls selling arts and crafts, clothes, bags, hats, plants, antiques and more. We don’t really go for shopping, but I think visitors might find something worth buying. We’re there more for food and snacks. Parked at the west end of the street we found the “Tuk Tuk Diner” which does burgers for B50 as well as

Above, a student prepares food at the Walking Street. Many entertainers can be found on Thalang Road. @thephuketnews

Thalang Road comes alive on Sunday evenings, with large crowds enjoying its palpably festive vibe. chilli hot dogs and chilli fries. I’d heard of this – the owner is a Thai-American called Tom and he was there eating his own goods, so the kids and I had a burger each. There are always street entertainers. Some are the same every week and some are strictly amateur or school dance acts. A few weeks ago there was a brass band playing. As day turns to night the street comes alive. It gets busier around 6.30pm normally (depends on the weather I guess) and the coloured lights are lit along Thalang Road. A nice place to visit

on a Sunday evening, away from the tourist crowds, into the local crowds The Lard Yai has become very popular, a place to hang out on Sunday evening for locals, and a good way of showcasing the old town. Not many tourists though. I know if you’re staying on the west coast it’s a bit of a drive to reach Phuket Town, but certainly worthwhile. Read the full version at Jamie’s Phuket Blog, jamie-monk.blogspot.com. Jamie works at liveaboard dive specialists Sunrise Divers in Karon, 084 626 4646, sunrise-divers.com

12 TECHNOLOGY

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All you need to know: E3 2014 J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

he annual Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) event is a showcase for the big three gaming companies (Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft) to show off their wares and update the industry. Here is everything you need to know about this year’s E3, held in Los Angeles last week.

Nintendo:

Foregoing a press conference for a humorous video presentation, Nintendo was not afraid to step outside of the box this year. Despite sagging sales of their next generation console, the Wii U, the company has introduced several new features and innovative tie-ins that separated them from the pack. The biggest announcement was Amiibo, action figures that are equipped with a chip and, when placed on top of the Wii U gamepad, is recognised by the console and becomes a playable character on screen. The character’s data is downloaded onto the game and viceversa, making every figurine a unique avatar for gamers. The technology had already been used for the Skylanders and Disney Infinity games but will now become a staple of Nintendo’s ecosystem going forward. Gamers can also rejoice at a new The

Legend of Zelda (due 2015) game with open-world capabilities and a Super Smash Bros. title (due late 2014). Top Indie titles: Shantae and The Pirate’s Curse. Exclusives titles: Legend of Zelda, Mario Maker, and Yoshi’s Wooly World.

Microsoft:

A year after their disastrous E3 where Sony stole all the thunder (allowing game sharing, no online requirement, and a lower price for their PlayStation 4), Microsoft bounced back with an emphasis on gaming titles and some exciting news, including a much-anticipated price cut (from US$499 to US$399). The company hinted at a phase-out of the the Xbox’s motion-sensor hardware, Kinect. Not once did any Microsoft presenter mention Kinect and it has been taken off the Xbox One bundle package (hence, the price cut). Microsoft also announced that production will soon begin on a Halo TV series with Steven Spielberg attached as executive producer. Top indies titles: Ori and the Blind Forest, Mighty No. 9, and Cuphead. Exclusive titles: Scalebound, The Master Chief Collection, Forza Horizon 2.

Sony:

The PlayStation makers tried to separate themselves from Microsoft in the next-gen console wars by announcing several big-budget games for 2014, in-

Gamers from around the world taking part in the annual E3 gaming convention last week in Los Angeles. Photo: Flickr cluding The Last of Us Remastered and DriveClub. Sony reps talked a great deal about the PlayStation TV, a device that will allow users to stream PlayStation 4, PS Vita, and previous PlayStation titles on TV screens. It will launch in the US and Europe for US$99 (B3,000). In addition, the company announced

plans to develop their first original program for the PS4 and PlayStation TV. Powers is based on the graphic novel by Brian Michael Bendis and will run for two seasons. Top Indie titles: Broforce, Abzu, and No Man’s Sky. Exclusive titles: Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Littlebigplanet 3.

First Glass app released for techy tourists

ech-savvy travellers can now look at Phuket with fresh eyes. Starwood Hotels and Resorts announced last week that they have developed the world’s first Google Glass app for hospitality which gives users the ability to explore, search and make bookings at any one of the company’s 1,200 hotels around the globe. Phuket tourists will be able to take advantage of the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) app at any of the three Starwood resorts on the island (The Westin Siray Bay, The Naka Island Luxury Collection, and Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort). Though it is intended for members of the company’s loyalty

program, non-members will still be able to install and use several features of the SPG app. This is the first Google Glass app to include a hotel search as well as the firstever app developed by a major hospitality brand and represents a major step for the Glass’ ecosystem. In addition to explore and search features, users can access their account information, keep track of upcoming and past bookings,

TOP CONSOLE GAMES THIS WEEK 1

Watch Dogs

Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4, PC

Pro Evolution Soccer 2014

Xbox 360, PS3, PC

Mario Kart 8

Wii U

Minecraft

Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4, PC

2014 Fifa World Cup Brazil

Xbox 360, PS3

Wolfenstein: The New Order

Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4, PC

Titanfall

Xbox 360, Xbox One

inFAMOUS: Second Son

PS4

Dark Souls II

PS3, Xbox 360, PC

10 Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn

PS3, PS4, PC

and will even get notifications of bookings 48 hours before arrival. “Being the first in the hospitality industry to introduce an app for Google Glass illustrates our larger strategy to be the industryleading digital innovator,” said Clay Cowan, VP Global Digital for Starwood. News of the SPG app follows Starwood’s announcement last month of plans to swap out room keys for a mobile app later this year.

TOP MOBILE APPS THIS WEEK 1

PhonoPaper (Graphics)

Android

PowerDirector (Video Editor)

Android

Lex (Game)

iOS

Angry Birds Epic (Game)

iOS, Android

1Password (security)

iOS, Android

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THEPHUKETNEWS.COM THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FRIDAY,APRIL JUNE 4, 20,2014 2014

IN BRIEF Dragon Blade get s B r o d y, Cusack

MALEFICENT

Grimly recreated FILM REVIEW J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

Starring: Angelina Jolie, Sharlto Copley, Elle Fanning, Brenton Thwaites, and Sam Riley Director: Robert Stromberg Running time: 97 minutes

e are living in the decade of the superhero blockbuster. It seems that every other film that Hollywoood has pumped out over the past few years is brimming with over-the-top action, in-your-face testosterone and sprinkled with some tongue-in-cheek humour. There were no two-ways about it, that is until now. While not in the same world as the Marvel or DC comic books, Maleficent does revisit a story long since told (1959’s Sleeping Beauty), with a fresh back story, and – like any good superhero film – is at its best when the recognizable elements of the tale finally come to life on screen. Maleficent is a re-imagining of Sleeping Beauty, told from the perspective of the original film’s villain with an ending that is “same same, but different”. The fairy tale’s “lesson” is slightly changed, though it is still great for children and comes as somewhat of a surprise by the movie’s end. The film begins with historical context of the story as a young Maleficent (a fairy) is seen living in the Moors, a magical realm that borders a human kingdom. Here, we see her meet and eventually fall in love with Stefan, an ambitious human boy born to a family of peasants. As the years pass, the two drift away until one day Stefan betrays Maleficent and the usual (but not) Sleeping Beauty sto-

SFX Coliseum Phuket (Central Festival)

Edge of Tomorrow (F) Edge of Tomorrow (T) Hong Noon (T/E sub) How to Train Your Dragon 2 (3D/T) King Naresuan 5 (T/E sub) Maleficent (3D/T) Maleficent (E) Pob Na Plauk (T/E sub)

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ryline takes hold. In old-school Disney fashion, a narrator strings the audience along with small hints as to what could happen toward the film’s end. Disney could not have chosen a better actress to portray Maleficent than Angelina Jolie – she looks the part and is more than believable as an antagonist. The great part about the film, however, is that the audience is led to a few twists in the story which could have been confusing had it not been for Jolie’s sympathetic yet hot-headed portrayal of the title character. Epic battles take place several times throughout the film and are done with the precision of a Lord of the Rings fight scene (talking trees are summoned from the ground to fight humans!). And while magic is all over the place, it is used more for practical purposes than anything else. But don’t let the packaging and Disney logo fool you, this is not for kids under 10-years-old. It’s a dark re-imagining of a film that, while it has a similar ending to the original tale, the journey to the final five minutes can be a bit brutal at times, even with magical elements and fairies. Still, Maleficent swings for the fences and succeeds in telling a good fairy tale that is essentially a pre-teen superhero/supervillain. With that said, we also don’t want to see 15 sequels of Maleficent – one was enough.

One of the most expensive Chinese film productions in history ha s h i red t he services of John Cusack and Academy Award-winner Adrien Brody. Dragon Blade is a period action film that will see Cusack play a Roman general who leads a legion of soldiers into China with Brody set to play a powerful Roman politician. Jackie Chan will star as a Chinese commander who will tussle with Cusack’s character. The US$65 million (B2.1 billion) movie is directed by Daniel Lee and w ill be released Febr ua r y 2015.

Jason Momoa is Aquaman

Another superhero will join t h e B a t m an V Superman: Dawn of Justice film, which will debut in 2016. Action star Jason Momoa, longrumoured to be part of the project, will play a small role as Aquaman in Zack Snyder’s production. The film will be a springboard for the character to eventually appear in the Justice League film. D awn of Ju sti c e w i l l i nclude Je s s e E i s enb er g a s L ex L ut hor and Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman.

Shane Black to get Nice Guys done

W r i t e r, d i rector Shane Black will finally get a chance to make a film that he co-wrote several years ago with The Nice Guys. Black, riding off the success of Iron Man 3, is shopping the project to studios and buyers with both Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe attached to star in the film. The story takes place in 1970s Los Angeles where detectives investigate the mysterious suicide of a porn star.

US BOX OFFICE TOP 10 Film

Weekend

Gross

1 22 Jump Street

$60M

2 How to Train Your Dragon 2

$50M

3 Maleficent

$19M

$163.5M

4 Edge of Tomorrow

$16.2M

$56.6M

5 The Fault in Our Stars

$15.7M

$81.7M

6 X-Men: Days of Future Past

$9.5M

$205.9M

7 Godzilla

$3.2M

$191.3M

Million Ways to Die in the 8 AWest

$3.1M

$38.9M

9 Neighbors

$2.5M

$143.1M

10 Chef

$2.3M

$14.1M

SFC Jungceylon Phuket (Patong) Edge of Tomorrow (E) How to Train Your Dragon (E/3D) King Naresuan 5 (T/E sub) Maleficent (E/3D) Por Na Plauk (T/E sub) X-Men: Days of Future Past (E)

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

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W501’s mission is to spread Jesus’ good will.

Come, now is the time to worship even the Lord hath spoken, and called the earth from the rising of the sun unto the going down there of.

Tanyaluk Sakoot reporter2@classactmedia.co.th

ore than 3,000 spectators packed into the 4,000-seat capacity gymnasium at Saphan Hin in Phuket Town on June 7 for a free concert by newly-formed Thai Christian pop band, W501, who performed a set of nearly 20 original gospel pop and rock songs to the delight of the crowd. The group, led by popular Thai musicians like singer and pianist Saksit “Tor” Vejsupaporn, Reungkit “Wern” Yongpiyakul and superstar composer, Boyd Kosiyabong, also includes a number of other talented members, including Panya “Pomm” Pakunpanya, Paul Hudson, Bongkote Hudson and Pissanu Saingam. Prior to taking the stage, members of W501 gave The Phuket News an exclusive interview, sharing their thoughts on composing and performing in Phuket.

How did you assemble all the musicians and producers to form W501?

Wern: Actually, It’s just me. But, everyone wanted to do the same. And, we’re all glad to help and be a part of W501. All expenses are covered by our members, and we share everything …

How do you compose the songs?

Boyd: Everyone created the songs. Bongkote: We have the freedom to be creative, because we all have our own inspirations. After we finish [composing], then we send to the team to mix and edit. Pomm: I think everyone creates songs from their experiences, which is not accidental. These are real experiences that we all have had. Boyd: For example, I woke up to face problems, but then felt God gazing on me and suddenly felt happy and peaceful. Then, I created the songs.

When you’re feeling blue, a little W501 will do. Then we created the songs and uploaded them onto our website for everyone.

Why W501?

Boyd [in an amusing voice]: I would like the truth be known – it’s Star Wars. Wern: Oh yes, we feel like soldiers. Bongkote: Yes! The Star Wars action figures are in Boyd’s working room. And, ‘W’ is for Worship. 501 derives from the Bible, the Psalm of Asaph, Chapter 50, Verse 1. It refers to the mighty God,

How do you implement the skills from your experience into W501?

Wern: Every composer has self-confidence. But, we come to work together. For example, when composing the song More, we never thought it was balanced completely. But we worked together until in was eventually complete. We are all different, but complete each other like a jigsaw.

How about the song creating process?

Wern: Sometime’s it’s necessary for someone to take the lead and be the ‘boss’. As, Pomm and I have different

ideas about how to work. But we take time, about 10 minutes, to talk and share ideas. Then, we keep going to complete the process of composing together.

It must take a lot of talent to compose 52 songs in year?

Boyd: Nothing to worry about – it’s fun. Bongkote: We are sure that all 52 songs will be finished by November.

What do you think about your first concert in Phuket?

Boyd: Phuket is a big island, which is good because it means a big audience. Everyone: Agreed! Wern: W501 is not just a band, we are a group of believers. W501 will share wonderous experiences to people in other provinces in the South, such as Krabi, Phang-nga, and other elsewhere. Then, we will lead some activities in Phuket to do good deeds for the community. It is not just about religion but the lifestyle of Jesus Christ. Boyd: All our songs present Jesus Christ’s lifestyle, showing how to be happy on earth. It is about a life of sharing love and helping others. If anyone has a problem or is worried, they might want to listen to our songs. Even if you don’t believe in Jesus Christ, you still can get Christ’s tips for getting the best out of your life.

Kids of PAPA, SMS bring it home in year-end recital

aturday (June 14) was a massive day for more than 100 young and enthusiastic music students that performed at the joint recital of the Phuket Academy of Performing Arts (PAPA) and Siobhan’s Music Studio (SMS). The concert was held at the Underwood Art Factory on the bypass Road and lasted for just over five hours. Every student had the opportunity to take their place on stage and play or sing for the capacity crowd. The recital included performances by young bands and vocal groups either mentored by the PAPA and SMS teachers, or whose members are students of either of the music schools. Students from both music schools were encouraged to collaborate on a project, which saw students from PAPA and Phuket International Academy Day School, as well as SMS and British International School Phuket students using the internet to practice their song while playing in different locations. “The final result was great and the students pulled off a fantastic performance at the recital,” said Siobhan Mc-

Govern, Music Director of both PAPA and SMS. The final hour of the recital was dedicated to the bands and solo performers that were selected to take part in the recording of a “Best of PAPA and SMS – 2014” album, which was made available on the day via flash drives. These performances highlighted the students that have been taking lessons for an extended period, as well as those that have excelled in their chosen vocation. Standout performances in this section were Llamas of Rock, the newest and youngest band from PIADS being mentored by PAPA teacher Jared Lucow; solo performances by Natalya Dougall, Jasmijn Cornellise, Blaze Crause, Gemma Kealy and Siska Greene; and what was to be the final performance of SMS mentored band, Eye Forgot, whose members all graduate and leave Phuket at the close of this academic year. “It is fantastic to see our students truly blossoming in their music education,” said Kim Minnaar from PIADS.

“We enlisted PAPA to provide a comprehensive music, dance and drama extracurricular program for our school, and in just one year we have witnessed a huge growth in our students’ confidence, technical skills and performance skills. They just love getting up and performing now,” she continued. The growth has also been visible in numbers too, with a 66 per cent jump in participants over last year’s recital. For more information on the music programs available from these schools contact papa@legendmusic.net

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From left, Saranya Buntem, Renee Bowman and Ranee Phuntong.

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From left, Viparaht “Lisa” Saeton from Bangkok Hospital Phuket and Heidi Jauch, personal trainer.

CATCHING UP IN PATONG AustCham welcomed members and friends to the second Australian Business Forum (ABF) presentation in Phuket on June 13 at the Holiday Inn Resort.

SueUltmann Ultmann and Susan Usher Usher. Sue

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Far left, Pablo Blattman, second left, Diego Gu, and Alvaro Daniel Villota, far right.

Far left, Pedro and Gerard Tan, far right, at The Irish Times.

BEST WISHES The Newcastle United Football Club’s Head of Performance Analysis, Ben Stevens married Elizabeth Alice Mayes at Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket over the weekend.

Far left, Tatiana Fernandez Garcia, Mile Corley and friends.

SEVEN YEARS OF IRISH TIMES The Irish Times Pub at Jungceylon in Patong celebrated their 7th anniversary last Saturday (June 7) with many regulars coming out to join the festivities. thephuketnews

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Ron White, third from right, and Governor Maitri Inthusut, second from right.

BRAIN POWER Memory expert Ron White was in Phuket for a one day course on June 16, at Phuket Rajabhat University. He hosted a seminar about how to take in, retain and recall large amounts of information. Ron has been speaking about memory skills all over the world for more than 20 years.

Ron White.

AFRICA COMES TO PHUKET Central Festival Phuket held its Colors of Africa Fest, “Live in the Jungle” show on June 14.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! The Hard Rock Cafe group, a global franchise, celebrated its 43rd anniversary on June 14 with a party at the Patong branch (which opened Nov 2009). A great time was had by all, especially fans of old skool rock’nroll. @thephuketnews

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THEPHUKETNEWS.COM 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

20 JUNE

Indian Curry Night on Fridays Come to Navrang Mahal in Karon Sea Sands Resort & Spa for an authentic Indian Feast every Friday in Karon Beach. Try out our delicious naans, mutton vindaloo, chicken tandoori, dal makhini, butter chicken, samosas, lassis and many more mouth-watering dishes. For only 499/- nett and special reduced prices on drinks, 076 286 464 Ext4.

SAT

21 JUNE

Grand Opening of Fat Boy Grill Large 3 course dinner only THB 280 (normally price is double). We concentrate on European continental meat and potato dishes. Come hungry leave happy and full! Located just 50 metres from Cherngtalay Police station, on the right hand side, heading towards Laguna. Limited seating, reserve now! Call 085 089 7942, eat@fatboygrill.net

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, patongboxingstadium.com, Proudly supported by Class Act Media The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV.

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

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.

Weekend Indulgence Leave all your worries behind and enjoy a day of pampering and relaxation with The Pavilions’ ultimate Weekend Indulgence, designed to make you feel on holiday - even if just for a day! Every Saturday and Sunday enjoy 50% off all our Spa Pleasures, heavenly treatments designed to revive and energize body & mind in the privacy of your own Spa sanctuary. After your pampering session, let us treat you to complimentary afternoon tea in pure Pavilions style! Spa opening hours: 10.00 am – 8.00 pm Afternoon tea is served from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm Book your Weekend Indulgence by contacting: spa.phuket@thepavilionsresorts.com

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

SUN

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

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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.

22 JUNE

Retro Pool Party - Dewa Resort Saturday 21st June, 2014 at Dewa Phuket Resort on Nai Yang Beach from 3pm - 9pm. Bringing you back to the good old days of Rock & Roll, Motown, Jazz, Pop, ... think polka dot pink, soda floats, breakdance, kids games that does not require batteries... think retro! THB 1,500 net / person. Inclusive of food, Free flow selected beverages, Pop Sodas, Soda Floats. ** Prize for best Retro Dressed Male and Female Call 076 372 300 or facebook.com/dewaphuketresort, Dewa Resort, Naiyang Beach, sales2@dewaphuket.com

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

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

FRIDAY, JUNE 20, 2014

Live Seafood & Jazz Sunday Brunch at Banyan Tree Join Banyan Tree’s indulgent LIVE Seafood Sunday brunch featuring lots of LIVE Canadian Lobsters, Tiger prawns, freshly

TRX – Santosa Signature training

Zumba in the Jungle

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

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

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Rock ‘n Roll Summer Camps

Roald Dahl’s MATILDA the MUSIC Kajonkiet International School Phuket (KIS) proudly presents Roald Dahl’s MATILDA the MUSICAL. All members of the Phuket Community are invited to attend this evening filled with drama, laughter, singing and dance at the new KIS Performing Arts Hall at the Kajonkiet Campus in Kathu. Entrance is free of charge. Please RSVP your seats by email IP@kajonkietsuksa.ac.th or call 082-4250104. Let the show begin! Proudly supported by Class Act Media.

Rock ‘n Roll Summer Camps for kids aged 5 to 7 and 8 to 15. Discover your inner Rock Star, play music games, learn and perform songs, paint Rock T-Shirts Posters and Banners, and have an amazing time with friends. Camp 1 starts 30 June, Camp 2 starts 7 July. 10am to 5pm at PIADS. Costs B11,800 per camper. Brothers and sisters join for just B6,000 per sibling, 084-3042587, papa@legendmusic.net, Proudly supported by Class Act Media.

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Multihull Solutions Regatta

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Aerial Yoga–Unique to Santosa

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The Multihull Solutions Regatta Phuket will take place on 10th July to 13th July 2014. Organized by the Ao Chalong Yacht Club,all private and charter multihulls are welcomed to participate. THB 4,500 boat entry including skipper/ THB 2,000 per crew. Proudly supported by Class Act Media.

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

Building, Construction and Décor Exhibition. Welcome to the best exhibition in Phuket and Andaman coastline for construction tools and materials and architectural design & décor items comprising a wide range of products and technology. This is a great opporturnity to introduce construction materials and decorative items to the Phuket and Andaman area, 076 217 199, pic-phuket.com, info@picphuket.com, Proudly supported by Class Act Media.

SUN

BBQ Ribs All You Can Eat 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

Architect & Engineering Exhibition

Kathu Walking Street Festival The 6th Annual Kathu Walking Street Festival will be held from July 11th - 13th, 2014, at the Kathu Shrine fresh market from 5.30 pm until late. Come along to preserve our Phuket heritage and history, and educate locals and tourists about the “real” Phuket. Enjoy night shows, art exhibitions, traditional outfits, local food and much more. Proudly supported by Class Act Media - The Phuket News, Novosti Phuketa, Live 89.5 & The Phuket News TV, 076-322130, pr.kathu@gmail.com

EMERALD EPL MASTERS TOUR PHUKET 2014 EMERALD EPL MASTERS TOUR PHUKET 2014 Thailand Legends Vs EPL All Stars Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to watch English Premier League and Thailand legends play in Phuket! Masters Football Asia & Emerald Phuket Development present the very first Thailand Legends and English Premier League Legends exhibition 11-a-side soccer match at Surakul Stadium on Sunday 10th August, 2014. Watch Thai legends Piyapong Piew On, Wangchan, Chaikaew, Chan-im, Puangchan, and team and captain Zico-On against EPL legends David James, Lee Sharpe, Robbie Fowler, Pierre Van Hooijdonk. Teddy Sheringham and Louis Saha – just some of the former Liverpool, Man United, Spurs and other top premier league players coming to entertain you in Phuket. Gates open at 4.30pm. Kick off at 6.30pm For more information visit www.mastersfootball.com Proudly supported by Class Act Media, phuketticketmaster. com for ticket.

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A Taste of the Orient Meze is a way of life that traces its roots to the beginnings of culinary history. Spanning cultures across the Middle East and beyond, it is a fun and explorative dining experience. Variety is a key element, with a potpourri of flavors, textures and spices. Experience the epitome of oriental dining with a gourmet selection prepared by our culinary team including traditional Babaganoush, Hummus, Fatosh salad, Lamb Kofta and Chicken borek accompanied by crispy Pita bread. Our Meze Platter to share is available at The Plantation Restaurant throughout the month of June at 1,200 THB++ per couple, The Pavilions, Phuket, restaurants.phuket@ thepavilionsresorts.com, 076 317600.

WAGYU TOMAHAWK STEAK An Australian Darling Downs Wagyu Tomahawk Steak Promotion! For sharing with a steak weighs approx. 1.2 kgs. At 2,990++ THB. Wagyu beef is praised the world over for its rich flavour and buttery tenderness. Enjoy an extraordinary breed of cattle. The naturally grain-fed beef with a marble score of 4-5, served with Madeira or peppercorn sauce and two side dishes. Amari Phuket Resident Privilege Card holders will receive an extra 20% discount on food & beverage. The card is available and is complimentary for all Phuket residents. Amari Phuket, La Gritta Restaurant lagritta@amari.com, 076 292 697.

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Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York

1. What word means a part of the skull, a place of worship and a device for keeping cloth stretched? 2. What food is referred to when Australians talk of “colonial goose”? 3. Who said, “I love California- I practically grew up in Phoenix.”? 4. Which organ in your body produces hydrochloric acid? 5. Who had the title role in the 1994 movie Princess Caraboo? Answers below right.

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Across 1. Guitar attachment 6. ___ cut 10. Lund or Cavet 13. It often contains a seasonal reference 14. Son of Rebekah 15. Notice 16. Philosophical belief 19. Bearded beast 20. It’ll never fly 21. Attitude on the job 30. Coin with 12 stars on it 31. Court contest 32. ___ Getz (“Lethal Weapon 2” role for Joe Pesci) 33. Come again 35. Cape 36. Race unit 37. Red ink amount 40. Hot pot 42. Astern 45. Certain typeface 47. Saw 51. ___ maison (indoors): Fr. 52. Dessert toppers 55. Rajah’s mate 56. Dedication to improving man’s welfare 59. It has moles: Abbr. 60. Carbonium, e.g.

61. Personal appeal 70. Mouselike animal 71. Frown 72. Heart single 73. “___ Time transfigured me”: Yeats 74. Cartoon bear 75. Striplings

26. Half of binary code 27. Down 28. Yellow, for one 29. Floor cleaner 34. Deciduous trees 38. In a convivial manner 39. Open, as an envelope 41. Previse 42. “Won-der-ful!” Down 43. Bird ___ 44. Flat hat 1. Cow or sow 46. Kind of test 2. Custom 3. Swindle, slangily 48. Clavell’s “___-Pan” 4. Archaeological site 49. Starfleet Academy grad. in Mexico 50. Headlight setting 5. Rid of sin 53. African talisman 6. Addle 54. Municipality in 7. Full of: Suffix France 8. Blanched 57. Height 9. Certain musician 58. Concerning 10. Kind of particle 61. Hail, to Caesar 11. Good times 62. NATO member 12. Sock hop locale 63. French Guiana’s 15. Jewish month Royale, e.g. 17. Research facility: 64. Jersey call Abbr. 65. Calendar abbr. 18. Put together 66. Piece of pipe 21. The “p” in r.p.m. 67. Elvis Presley’s “___ 22. Bewail Lost You” 23. Mythical monster 68. Capitol Hill V.I.P.: 24. Unfair? Abbr. 25. B & B 69. “___ Miniver”

Solutions to last week’s puzzles:

Answers to this week’s Pop Quiz: 1. Temple; 2.Stuffed mutton; 3. Former US Vice-President Dan Quayle; 4. Your stomach; 5. Phoebe Cates.

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Number of people shot to death by police in the UK in the past four years. US score: 1,600

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This week in history ■■ June 20, 1840 Samuel Morse receives the patent for the telegraph. On the same date 37 years later, Alexander Graham Bell installs the world’s first commercial telephone service in Hamilton in Canada. ■■ June 21, 2004 SpaceShipOne, piloted by Mike Melvil, becomes the first privately-funded spaceplane to achieve spaceflight. ■■ June 22, 1969 The Cuyahoga River in northeast Ohio catches fire, triggering a crack-down on pollution in the river. ■■ June 23, 1868 Christopher Latham Sholes receives a patent for an invention he calls the “Type-Writer”. ■■ June 24, 1314 In the First War of Scottish Independence, Scottish forces led by Robert the Bruce decisively beat the English in the Battle of Bannockburn ■■ J u n e 2 5 , 1876 Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer and 278 of his 700 men are killed by Sioux Indians led by Gaul (pictured) at the Battle of the Little Big Horn in present-day Montana. ■■ June 26, 1906 The 1906 French Grand Prix, the first Grand Prix motor racing event held, is won by Ferenc Szisz driving for the Renault team, after 12 hours of racing. Source: Wikipedia thephuketnews

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PROPERTY FOR RENT Land for Rent Kata beach Villa for Rent and Sale at Patong 2 BR. PRIVATE POOL 180SQM APT Rent from 65,000THB. Incl. c l e a n i n g , l i n e n ,t o w e l s c h a n g e weekly. Fast fibernet. Cable TV.2 big bathrooms.Wash/dry machine. Big complete kitchen.Quiet location. Only extra cost electricity. Contact: 086 940 6560, E-mail: 4711en@ gmail.com

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

Rent from 29,000THB/month, Long/ Short term, Inc. weekly cleaning, towel & linen change. Fibernet 65MB,Cable T V, King bed, big bathrooms,terrace 20 SQM. Quiet, 500 M to Chalong pier. Only extra cost electricity. Email: 4711en@ gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

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

5 mins to PIA and Nayang Beach

House for Rent and Sale DELUXE PENTHOUSE/ LOFT 120SQM

Townhouse for Rent

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

Classifieds / Property / Property for rent 5 mins from Kata beach 2 rai land for rent at Kata 3 MB. rai/year Tel:087507-0325, 3,000,000, Khun Araya, Kata, araya_ea@hotmail.com

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

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

House for Rent at Kata 1 bed room with separate pantry Fully furnish and big balcony 5 mins to Kata beach 18,000.- per month 1 year contract (minimum 6 month contract) Tel: 087-507-0325, 18,000, Khun Araya, Kata, araya_ea@hotmail.com

NOW OPEN!! NOW AVAILABLE!!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rent- 2 Bed Bungalow Nai Harn Air Condition – Color TV, Free UBC cable Platinum Package. Free Internet. Master bed, excellent mattress, Sealy Posturepdic. Couch + chairs w/ end tables. Counter bar w/ stools. Cooking Equip / Fridge. Short term – 16,000 per month, Long Term – 13,500 per month Plus Damage Deposit. Available now 1--April-2013. Call Nok 087-244-1322

Luxury 1 Bedroom F/F Apartment

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

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

2 bdr house for sale at Saiyan Rd, 5 minutes drive to Nai Harn beach. 2 bathrooms, a spacious living room, kitchen, small garden and car park area. Price is 4.7 million THB, Contact: Maria, 0940981977, phuketsalerent@ gmail.com

HOUSE IN PHUKET TOWN/SAMKONG 3 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOMS Conveniently located 5 minutes from all amenities including both international hospitals, Central festival, several International schools and the centre of town. Selling due to relocation. Priced to sell at 3.8M THB. Includes 4 air cons and all modern-style furniture. Nothing more to spend. (English): 0847 680 536 or (Thai): 085 888 0502.

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

Sea Front Land For Sale Kamala

House for sale with Pool

Sea front land for sale Kamala. 6 Rai. Chanote. 089 874 2141, Thongchai, 0 89 874 2141, thongchaiwong8@hotmail.com

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

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.

Sales - D Condo Mine: 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.

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

2 BEDR. KATA GARDENS 6B 180SQM Pr ic e 14.9 M B.TH B/ Rent from 100,000THB/month, 200m. from the beach. Gated.24 hours security. Resort 33 units. Good rental return,8pct. Thaicompany. Email: 4711en@gmail. com, Call: 086 940 6560

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

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

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

Sin gl e H ou se Sp e c i a l Price Rent/Sale: Nice house fully furnished with teakwood furniture, ready to move in. 240 sqm. 4 bed 4 bath, close to Kathu waterfall and market. Near Loch Palms, major stores, BIS and KIS. B45,000 per month. Call Oranwan 086 883 3169.

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

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

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.

DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM 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.

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.

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

Land & House Park, Chalong: Villa for sale, 4 Bedrooms,

EXCLUSIVE UNIQUE RESORT W LAND

AO POR SEAVIEW LAND:

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

Underground services. 081 273 7326, email: kmar74@hotmail.com.

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

2 separate Chanote titles each about 1,200 sq metres (4.5 and 5.5M), or will sell as one lot.

For serious interest email: maurice.phuket@gmail.com, Tel: 081 788 8280

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

2 really big beds rooms, big kitchen and living 135 sqm include furnishing in the center of Kata - sea level close to shops and sea in a charming property: with-poolsauna-parking etc; market price (10.5 mill bth) NOW 7.5 mill bth Tel: 0817888280 or mail maurice. phuket@gmail.com

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

Price total 38 million Baht (9.50.000.euro) include chanote and Thai company.

New House For Sale Kathu

Special Sale Luxury Apartment

East Coast Sea View Land

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.

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

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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.

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

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 .

Kamala Pool Villa:

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

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

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.

3 Bed Pool Villa Pa Khlok: 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.

3 & 4 Bed Pool Villas: 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.

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

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

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.

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

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

LUXURY 3 BR IN The Residence

3-storey villa for sale

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

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

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

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.

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.

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com PROPERTY FOR SALE CONT. Kamala Boutique Resort:

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.

House on The Corner f o r S a l e: Q u i e t l o c a t i o n

and only 50 0m from the main road. Thepkrasattri, Heroines Monument. 70sqw x 28 0sqm, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, big living room with open-plan kitchen (9 x 9 m),1 s e p a r a t e d k i t c h e n , 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Beach Land on Koh Yao Yai: Mai Khao Prime Location Land: I will sell my piece of land next to the new tourist attraction in Mai Khao. Perfect for investment in future like shops, guesthouse. Please email for mobile number and more details. ohmidzi@gmail.com.

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.

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.

FOR SALE Penthouse in Rawai: 360 panoramic breathtak-

Sea-View Chalong-Residence: Dream pool villa with

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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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 European-designed 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.

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.

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:

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.

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

Patong Apartment Reduced Price: Condo 4 years old. Swimming PAT O N G c o n d o s f o r sale: Beautiful, modern Condos/

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

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.

Kalim Sea View, Freehold Condo for Sale: 11.9 MB 2 min

Villa and farmland for sale:

A big beautiful house with 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, fully furnished. Located in stunning panoramic hilltop scenery in Takuapa, Phang Nga, covering an area of 127 rai. Surrounded by fertile farmland with fruit trees. Price 96MB. Contact K. Peerawat: 08 4 308 8484. Email: peerawat002@hot mail.co.th

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.

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

New house for sale:

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.

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

Luxury 3 Bed Villa For Sale: Luxury Condo Rent / Sale:

2 B e d r o o m, L- r o o m a n d f u l l y equipped kitchen, 160 -212sqm. Very high standard with a nice view. Big balcony, swimming pool, gym. Location: Kathu, 10 min. Patong Beach, 5 min. Phuket Town and all department stores and international hospitals. Rent Long term: B45,000 – B63,50 0 Buy: B8,50 0,0 0 0 – B11,500,000. Contact 086 268 7901 or send e-mail to: condophuket@ yahoo.com.

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.

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

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, a.p e ll e gr in o2810 @ gm ai l.c o m, 084 241 3387. Price 4.24MB.

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

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

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

New Luxury Villa For Sale:

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

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.

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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.

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

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

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

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.

PANORAMIC SEA VIEW LAND: Spectacular view of Phang

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

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.

Beautiful Naiharn Pool Villa:

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

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.

Sea View Land for Sale:

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

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.

NEW House For Sale

Serenity near the Beach, Chumpon: 210 sq.M contempo-

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.

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

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

Land for sale:

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

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:

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).

2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom with Off street parking in small QUIET Boutique Estate behind Red Mountain Golf Course. Full Chanote Title Contact Gim English/Thai Ph 081-6065772 for an Inspection !!

rary 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., Contact: chitsamon@hotmail.com, Tel: 083- 391 4405. Price: 10.9MB.

Land for Sale Cherngtalay:

Ocean Front Villa for Sale:

Investment Proper t y for sale!: New, modern waterfront town-

Condo At The Heights, Kata: Immaculate 2-bed foreignBeaut iful L and L aguna Cher ngt alay: Chanote t it le,

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.

Beautiful Karon Villa: Stunning,

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

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.

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.

safe, secure estate villa , close to beach, crystal clear salt water pool 3 large bedrooms, modern open living, fully furnished, freehold, everything done â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

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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113/101 Anuphas Golf Ville Soi 10. 3 bedrooms 2 Bathrooms. 20 meters RD.FR. 2 cars parking. 130 r sq.wah. large back yard. Ready for the pool, very quite. 8M THB just renovation, teek and marble throughout. Ready to move in. Call Captain John 081 894 7644, B8,000,000, Anuphas Golf Ville, jj_icu@hotmail.com

House For Sale:

Townhome Seaview Rawai 4.2M: 3 Story Home/Office featuring

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

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

Family resor t for sale:

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.

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 (En g li sh speaking). krisverstricht@hotmail. com.

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

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

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

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.

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

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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.

Nice and peacefully area surrounding with Seaview of Andaman. The back yard is the Mountian of Koa Pra Teaw National Park View.with great sunrise and next to the Aor Por Marina, The Air Park, The pier to Koh Yao. Contact: thureewan@gmail.com, Tel: 088 752 4532

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.

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

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

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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.

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 8 0 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.

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.

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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.

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

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

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.

Stunning view, 3420 Sqm. Chanote-Title, access Road, electricity, close to all services. Visit www. phuketsaleland.com or contact batfro64@gmail.com

Beautiful Karon Villa:

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

3-storey apartment on the beach: 3-storey apartment with a

Yacht View Freehold RPM Condo: Gorgeous Yacht Views

SEA VIEW LAND CHALONG

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.

Rawai Great Buying: Lovely

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

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LUXURY 5 BED HOUSE IN LAGUNA Wonderful 5 bed house over looking the lake & Golf course in Laguna. Sale: Reduced to: 28.7 MB Rent: 180,000 P/M. Call Mick: 0848186045 Email: mr.mickb@yahoo.com or www.hoteldealsphuket.com/realestatephuket

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.

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Yacht Broker Required Multihull Soluitons is growing fast and so are looking to hire someone with yacht sale experience. You would be based in Phuket, Thailand although some travel is expected. A very attractive commission structure is on offer for the right person along with a monthly retainer. You must be able to work unsupervised and enjoy being part of an Asia Pacific team with big aspirations and have a proven track record in sales. Please send resume to andrew@multihullsolutions.asia

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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 host of publications & services including ‘The Phuket Colouring book’ & ‘Phuket Ticket Master’.

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Find Loving Homes for Dogs and Cats in Need! Soi Dog Foundation, the fastest growing animal welfare organization in Southeast Asia, seeks a Thai-Language Adoptions Coordinator to place homeless dogs and cats into loving homes in Thailand and worldwide, working closely with other members of the adoptions team. Responsibilities include posting about adoptable dogs and cats on Facebook and replying to comments, following up on adoptions that have been confirmed locally and overseas, adopting animals to Thai-speaking people, and coordinating adoptions of dogs rescued from the dog meat trade. The position requires excellent written and spoken Thai and English, excellent administrative skills, and a love for cats and dogs. Social media experience is a plus. A driving license is preferred but not essential as driving lessons will be provided if needed. This is a full time position at Soi Dog’s animal shelter in Mai Khao, Phuket, Thailand. Expected salary: starting in the general area of 30,000 THB, depending on ability. Salary will be reviewed annually based on cost of living and performance. To apply, please send a CV or resume and a cover letter that explains why you are qualified for the position to cristy@soidog. org. Learn more about Soi Dog Foundation at www.SoiDog.org and www. facebook.com/SoiDogPageInEnglish.

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Williams 325 Turbojet for Sale Boat: Swedish imported Buster XL maid by aluminum 2 scow, Suzuki 4 stroke 150 HP outboard Engine used only 200hrs, Brenderup-trailer + wakeboard + all needed accessories. Car: Mitsubishi Triton 4 wheel, only 6 years old.

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

Boat and Car sells as a package or separate Reduce price now only 1.2MB!

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

For more information please contact: 087-8772320 or E-mail:oliver@thurmanngroup.com

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

Luxury Yacht for Sale For sale 20 02 Ber tram 510 Fly bridge luxury yacht. Reduced to only USD675,000. Contact Marcus on marcus@leema rine.net.

NEW ZODIAC 420 YACHTLINE

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.

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.

SPECIAL OFFER FROM MA X 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 081-970-0583 Or, Paul Stamp on 08-40 60 70 20 www.maxmarine.asia.

N E W S E A L I N ES AVA I LABLE: Orders are now open for the new range of Sealine Sports and Flybridge, both 380 and 450. For details of this exciting new range Contact: inq@ sea-yss.com - www.sea-yss.com - 081 370 1995.

Speed boat for Sale Steppa Fiberglass 36 feet ,Centre Console two 200 hp Yamaha outboard engines . Ideal for diving and tours. B950,000 info@h2osportzphuket.com Call 081 8942124, B950,000, Klaus, klaus@h2osportzphuket.com

SPEEDBOAT FOR SALE: Bertram 505 Conver for sale

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Crownline 320 LS 50 kts Bowrid: Ver y fast-nice spor 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.

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.

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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.an taia@gmail.com.

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.

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Mercedes GL 320 Mercedes GL 320 4 Matic, 2008, 100.000 km, very good condition, no blue book, THB 2,2 mIn. 090-1432020, frohlich@gmx.net

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.

CAR FOR RENT

BUSINESS FOR SALE Business for sale Business only or business and property. Est 2003. Repeat business from big data base, non-tourist related soft furnising manufacturing and retail business. Genuine enquires only, no tyre kickers. For further info email samos1941@gmail.com

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

CAR FOR RENT

Restaurant/ Bakery for Sale Thai/ Western restaurant (seats 60+) with fully-equipped kitchen and bakery (air-con, coffee machine etc), TV, car parking and 3 double bedrooms (2 ensuite). Great opportunity in growth area of Cherngtalay (near Laguna). Only 3.5MB, Contact: neilmcgregor1@sky. com, Call: +66 80 719 7390.

PERSONAL SERVICES

Toyota Fortuner Model 2012, Limited Edition. Full option, long term: 28,000 THB/month. Call Tik 081 737 3729 (after 6pm only). 080 718 5096 (all day), tikwill@gmail.com

CAR FOR SALE

Stolen HUBLOT Watch REWARD ! PEUGEOT 207 for sale: 2008 Peugeot 207cc, 33k kilometers, 1 owner, perfect condition, leather seats, Conver tible, B9 40,0 0 0. 080 523 8819.

During a house burglary in Surin Beach Phuket area was stolen a HUBLOT bracelet watch in pink gold. REWARD THB 100,000 to anyone who can provide tips so the watch is returned. Contact : johan@vertigophuket.com, Call: 083 2809100

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Toyota Fortuner Sportivo 1 ow ner f rom new in D ec 2010, 76,000km, Full Toyota Service History, Excellent condition, no accidents, All new tyres and brake pads 3 weeks ago. Lot of extras, Selling as moving overseas, THB 895,000. OVNO, 0894701228

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Bar / Guest House for sale Sports Bar and 9 Bedroom Guesthouse in popular location of Karon Beach for Sale or Rent. Kitchen and working laundry included. For information contact, Thai: 085 795 0875 or Eng: 087 884 1857.

086 951 5511, tonivanLaak@hotmail.com

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Very reliably & friendly car, carefully used for last 3 years. Good condition with some wears. Clean interior, good car audio, fresh tires. Best choice for young family. Honda serviced only. Igor, Chalong, B280,000, 083 102 0070.

10MB Mortgage Wanted Will pay 6% interest per annum, paid quarterly in advance. Security property to the value of 20MB. Email expressions of interest to gordon_asia@ hotmail.com

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

Company for sale - Owner retiring

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The English Lab wOnline Courses Have fun learning English over the Internet- -with a qualified teacher! Courses are 10 weeks long, for 4 hours each week. Courses include Independent Studies with interactive exercises and games, and Live Webinars for up to 5 students and the teacher. Only 699 baht/week! You can pay by the week! Children’s classes Start June 2; Adult classes Start June 16. In person registration on May 24 and 31, June 7 and 14, at 73/62 Chale Khiri, Kathu. Our Grand Opening is on May 31, from 9am to 5pm. For more information, in Thai or in English, contact Maria at 098 069 2901,Only 699 baht/week

Nissan Teana Finance available. 11 months old. 2.5l. Full Options. Contact: Bernard, Call: 086 945 2626

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

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Attention Gennewa Gold members. Please contact urgently. randyalltime@gmail.com

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Breitling Crosswind 18K Gold Breitling Crosswind Chronograph - 40 Diamonds - 43mm 18k Yellow Gold - Reference: K13355  nr: 1677. PreOwned - Purchased October 2004 from authorized Breitling dealer. Call 090 901 3601 etc.

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CALLING THE DOG LOVERS OF PHUKET Soi Dog are looking for dog lovers in Phuket to come and spend time with our 300+ street dogs in residence at our shelter in Mai Khao, North Phuket. We need volunteers to help socialise and walk our dogs - as this is fundamental in preparing our lovely dogs for adoption in Phuket and around the world. Whether you can spare one day a week or can come every day, we would love to have you help our dogs. Volunteering at Soi Dog is an amazing experience and may well change your life. For more details, please email Diana at volunteering@soidog-foundation.org

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Ronins to pounce on weakened Saraburi MATCH PREVIEW Ney Fabiano (right) fights for the ball during Phuket FC’s loss to Ayutthaya last week. Photo: Phuket FC website

Phuket lose 3-0 to Ayutthaya in rout FOOTBALL J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

IN A PHYSICAL MATCHup that saw seven total yellow cards, Ayutthaya FC came out on top in a 3-0 victory over Phuket FC last Sunday (June 15). The Ronins fell to 6th place (25 points) in the Yamaha League-1 standings with the loss. In the sixth minute, Ayutthaya’s Nigerian midfielder Adefolarin Durosinmi scored off a rebound shot to take give his team a lead they would not relinquish.

In the second half, striker Premvut Wongdee added a second goal. Michael Byrne scored the third tally in stoppage time. This was the fifth game in two weeks for the Ronins and have tallied two wins, 1 draw, and two losses in that span. The Ronins’ next Yamaha League-1 match takes place at home this Sunday (June 22) against Gulf Saraburi FC who are currently 5th (25 points) on the table and are only above Phuket FC on goal differential (+6 to Phuket’s +2). Kick off at 6:30pm. Class Act Media is a proud media partner of Phuket FC.

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Ayutthaya City fined after stoppage of United match FUTSAL J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

SMM FUTSAL THAI Premier League (FTPL) officials announced Monday (June 16) that Ayutthaya City will be fined for violations of league rules after last Sunday’s (June 15) match against Phuket United was called off late, then postponed due to a flooded court. Rain flooded the Ayutthaya Witayalai School’s court, which serves as the team’s official pitch, during the match. Officials were forced to call off the game – @thephuketnews

which Ayutthaya had been winning in a comfortable 3-1 lead – with six minutes remaining in the match. The league will fine Ayutthaya City for no less than B10,000 as compensation for Phuket United and B20,000 for having a court that is below league standards. The official result is undecided until both teams come can agree on a date to reschedule. Phuket United were set to take on 4th place Samut Sakhon at Surakul Stadium when The Phuket News went to print. Class Act Media is a proud sponsor of Phuket United.

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his Sunday’s (June 22) Phuket FC matchup against Gulf Saraburi FC at Surakul stadium marks the halway point of the Yamaha League-1 season. Phuket FC (6th) and Gulf Saraburi FC (5th) bagged 25 points in 16 games this season but with Gulf’s better goal difference, they snatched up the higher spot. The winner of this game will be able to take 5th place and have a better shot at promotion to the Thai Premier League in 2015. Fans are confident that the Ronins will still be strong and continue their unbeatable streak at home. Through eight games, the Ronins are still unbeatable (6 wins, 2 draws) and have scored total of 14 goals (1.75 goals per game). Aside from home advantage, Phuket FC will have key footballers ready: midfielder Cristian Alex and defender Prachaya Hong-in who will return from their yellow card bans. Meanwhile, Gulf Saraburi FC coach “The Ban” Totchtawan Sripan lost playmaker Mario Neto (#33) for the season after he tore his anterior cruciate ligament

Phuket’s coach Teco (left) and midfielder Samsen Nima (right) will look to gain three points as they take on Gulf Saraburi on Sunday (June 22). Photos: JP Mestanza (ACL) against Phitsanuloke. Without Neto, Gulf Saraburi’s attack won’t make nearly as big of an impact in games. Their tactics will have to shift from a pass-and-move ground game to long-ball passes for Cameroonian Paul Ekkollo (#17) and Ivorienne striker Henri Bernard (#11). But with the news that Saraburi Warriors will let Paul Ekkollo go at the end of first half, they might decide to drop Ekkollo and go for Jamaican Anthony Stevens (#10) instead. It’s likely that Phuket coach Stefano “Teco” Cugurra will take advantage at midfield by setting “The Bulldog” Eber Henrique to command the attack and control the pace for the Ronins. Former Phuket FC player

Yutthana Jongnok (#16) will be relied-on to move the ball forward for Gulf Saraburi. What to watch out for is both sidelines, as Saraburi’s Nitipong Selanon (#34) and Suriyakarn Chimjeen (#7) can switch from either side to the other. Out of their six previous encounters in the past three seasons, Phuket FC has only won once (October 2013 thanks to Eakkartit Somjit goal). Let’s hope this weekend Eakkartit has a repeat performance and leads Phuket into the top five of the Yamaha League-1 table to end the first half of the season closer to promotion. Kaze’s Prediction: Phuket FC 3-1 Gulf Saraburi FC.

Phuket FC takes on Gulf Saraburi FC on Sunday (June 22) at Surakul Stadium, kick-off at 6:30pm. Class Act Media is a proud media partner.

TEAMS BY THE NUMBERS Phuket FC

6th place (7 wins, 4 draws, 5 losses) 25 points (+2 goal differential) Top Scorer: Wasan Natasan (6 goals) Last Match: 3-0 loss at Ayutthaya

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5th place (6 wins, 7 draws, 3 losses) 25 points (+6 goal differential) Top Scorer: Henri Bernard (5 goals) Last Match: 0-0 draw vs Ang Thong

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What to do with Waves INDY DIVER Brent T. Madison brent@madisonimages.com

he low season is upon u s, a nd w it h t hat comes t he waves, winds and storms. These add an extra challenge for those of us here in Phuket who shore dive. When we decide to get wet, the first thing to consider is how to get in and out of the water. Waves are affected by wind, so we keep an eye on local storms and wind patterns as well as the height between high/low tides. Knowing when tides occur and how a particular beach entrance can change, are also helpful. A friend from SunSail Yacht Charters explained the phenomenon of spring and neap tides recently, which is something I wish I had known for beach dive planning. Spring and neap tides, respectively, are the monthly extremes marking highestand-lowest tides based on lunar alignment with the sun. During spring tides, there will be the highest difference between high/low tide (i.e. 5m at high-tide; 1m at low tide). Neap tides have the smallest difference in water height between tides (i.e. 4m at high tide; 3.5m at low tide). This is good information to have, especially since it takes effort getting in and out of the water due to for-

Brent’s Beach Dive #3 – Hidden Treasure on Millionaire’s Mile Just past Kamala Beach, a road winds up the headlands along “Millionaire’s Mile”. The road winds down past an empty beach across from the Aquamarine Hotel. Pass the beach and continue along the road another 500m or so up the hill. A small entrance on your right is marked with the wooden sign, “Hua Beach”. Drive down that narrow entrance and midable waves at the entry point of a dive. If waves are small, we slip on our fins in the water and swim out beyond the break. If waves are heavier, we wear our fins on the beach, with masks on and regulators in mouths, then walk backwards into the water before turning and swimming out under the waves (you don’t want to get

you’ll exit onto a tiny parking lot adjacent to a small beach. A rocky coast leads to the sea and a pinnacle of rocks poke out of the water at the bay’s entrance. Head for those rocks which harbours schools of large fish on the seaward side and all sorts of reef dwellers and interesting coral formations. By the way, unless you

caught in the surf without your fins). Important tip: wear more weight than needed. The key is control and heavier weight will push you under the wave curl. Fighting the wave surge as it pushes you back towards shore will only cause fatigue. Focus on keeping under the wave curl, then swim with the surge as

it heads out to sea. As you finish your dive and plan to exit the water, take time to watch the surge and waves once floating on the surface. Time the wave frequency while looking for the smaller grouping of waves in a set. As you swim towards shore and approach the wave break point, head back down to

dive with flipflops clipped to your BCD (which we often do), go during high tide as the reef back to the beach is exposed during low tide and that would be a long walk back. We’ve met lots of like-minded people in Phuket. I’d love to hear from you: from beginner to instructor, shop owner or boat operator. Visit: facebook.com/pages/Independent-Divers/

the bottom and swim to the beach. Keep your mask and air in place (even crawling on hands and knees if need be) to exit on the beach before removing your fins. I’d recommend wearing a wetsuit as you’re getting started – it’s not just for thermal protection but as a barrier from bumps and scratches.

Brent T. Madison is a NAUIcertified scuba diving enthusiast who started diving at age 12. Brent and his wife scuba dive regularly around Phuket. Both own their own gear, and spend much of their free time diving independently diving off of Phuket. You can see his work as a land-based photographer specializing in luxury property and travel at www.MadisonImages.com.

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A U N I Q U E F O R M AT was used at Phuket Soccer Schools’ (PSS) 2nd Local Youth Tournament last weekend as schools from all over the island got the chance to give their Under-8 and Under-10 age group players a chance to shine. The tournament, which took place at Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club, was run in a league-style format. Four points were given for a win, two for a draw, and one for a loss with league leaders. The U8 squads played five-a-side matches while the U10s were able to field teams for seven-on-seven action. Headstart International School took 1st place in the U8 division, with Bang Jo

as runners-up and PSS in 3rd place. In the U10 division, PSS came out on top with Bang Jo in 2nd and Ban Pa Krong cheap in 3rd place. “We were fortunate with the Phuket weather which gave us ideal playing conditions all afternoon at the

stadium pitch,” said PSS head coach Martin Hill. “ PSS, which runs three youth tournaments a year, have begun preparations for their 2nd National Youth Tournament on September 27-28. Teams from Pattaya, Bangkok, Samui and Chiang Mai are expected to take part,

which will again take place at Thanyapura. The PSS Academy program will host their next tryouts in August. For more information, contact, by means of this email: info@phuketsoccerschools. com or visit the website: phuketsoccerschools.com thephuketnews

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France seek elusive win after Wallabies beating RUGBY UNION

rance are aiming for more of the same in the third and final Test in Sydney on Saturday (June 21) after grimly shutting out the free-scoring Wallabies during a dour 6-0 defeat in Melbourne. “We want continuity,” coach Philippe Saint-Andre said after making just two changes to the starting lineup that kept Australia try-free after shipping seven tries in a first Test massacre at Brisbane. “We were coherent and regular for 80 mins,” SaintAndre said. France have not won in Australia for 24 years, and the coach sees a victory over the third-ranked Wallabies as psychologically important with the World Cup approaching. Inspirational skipper Thierry Dusautoir, who missed

Running club impresses at Laguna Marathon MARATHON

the opening match two weeks ago as he recovered from a torn bicep, will lead Les Bleus for a record 49th time at the Allianz Stadium. Dusautoir took France to the Six Nation’s grand slam

title in 2010 and the World Cup final the following year. The changes see France opting for the offensive skills of flanker Fulgence Oedraogo, particularly his ball-carrying abilities, and put Yannick

Nyanga back on the bench. Nyanga f inds himself alongside five other forwards in the replacements, while Maxime Machenaud and Remi Lamerat will cover for all the back line. AFP

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IN THE 21-YEAR HISTORY of the Manchester United Premier Cup, no team from South East Asia has taken home the world title. This year, four squads from around the region descend upon Phuket to change all that. U15 club teams from India, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia competed for a chance to win a trip to Manchester United’s home pitch, Old Trafford, this August for the world finals of the tournament. Over 8,000 teams from 43 countries around the world compete in the U15 tournament, one of the most prestigious global youth competitions in the world. The football pitch at Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club was the site of the South East Asia regional finals this past week. Thailand got off to a roaring start over Malaysia with an 4-0 victory over their neighbours. Meanwhile, Indonesia needed only one goal to defeat India in the second matchup. The Phuket News went to print just before the finals of the tournament. For the full results visit thephuketnews.com @thephuketnews

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EAGER TO DO WELL ON their home turf, a total of 30 athletes from the Born Free To Run Club took part in the 9th Laguna Phuket International Marathon earlier this month, with several taking home top honours. While club founder and head coach Ekkarat “Ricky” Panthip came in 4th overall in the 10.5km Run (1st place in the 30-39 age group), 12-yearold youth athlete Yutsamanee Samaint finished 1st overall for females in the 2km Kids Run. In addition, all six of the club’s participants in the full 42.1km marathon completed the grueling run in under five hours. Two of their runners, 48-year-old Somchai Vijit and 30-year-old Songklod Jearanaisil completed the full marathon in under four hours and landed in the top 50 overall. The full marathon also saw 54-year-old Ekkachai Damnuenpol finish 13th in the 50-59 age group with a fourhour-and -24-minute finish.

With three participants in the half marathon (over 21km), 25-year-old Somyot Saela was able to finish in the top 50 overall. The group, which meets several times a week and regularly reaches podium finishes in running events around Thailand, sported new running vests sponsored by the Phuket Community Foundation and Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club. The vests are on sale with proceeds going towards support for the club in future events and to training youth athletes. For more information, contact Khun Punla at bornfreetorun@gmail.com.

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Mexico’s goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa dives for the ball during a Group A football match between Brazil and Mexico in the Castelao Stadium in Fortaleza during the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Photo: AFP/Yuri Cortez

‘Jesus’ saves Mexico, hold Brazil in thriller A

n unheralded Mexican goalkeeper took centre stage at the World Cup last Tuesday (June 17), almost single-handedly keeping mighty Brazil at bay to help his side earn a precious 0-0 draw. After an opening week of the tournament which has been dominated by goalscorers, Guillermo Ochoa seized his moment to shine in Mexico’s Group A clash with Brazil. Ochoa pulled off an incredible diving stop from a Neymar header and a series of other extraordinary saves, holding up Brazil’s march toward qualification for the last 16. The 28-year-old, who has

no club as his contract with French club AC Ajaccio has ended, did a lap of honour around the Fortaleza Castelao Stadium after one of the great World Cup goalkeeping performances. Basketball hero Kobe Bryant hailed “OCHOA!! Incredible” in a Tweet within minutes of the game ending. Ochoa’s Wikipedia page was swiftly hacked to hail him as “the Mexican Jesus after his performance against Brazil.” “Is that the greatest match of my career? Without a doubt,” a delighted Ochoa said. “It’s the highlight. Playing in a World Cup, against Brazil, in Brazil, and not conceding a goal? It’s definitely the best highlight.” The precious draw left Mexico level with Brazil on four points from two games.

While Ochoa deservedly grabbed the headlines, Brazil finished the game relieved to have earned a point. Mexico had several late chances to score a shock upset, with Brazil grateful to their own goalkeeper Julio Cesar for keeping the match goalless. The draw maintained Mexico’s impressive recent record against Brazil following their shock victory in the final of the London Olympics football tournament in 2012. The result leaves Group A finely balanced. Brazil face Cameroon in their final match while Mexico play Croatia. A draw against the Croats in Recife on Monday (June 23) will take them into the last 16 once again. Earlier, Belgium staged a late fightback to beat Algeria 2-1 and deny the Africans their first World Cup win in 32 years early last Tuesday (June 17). Second-half goals from substitutes Marouane Fellaini and Dries Mertens secured an opening Group H victory for the Red Devils after Algeria had taken a 25th-minute lead with a Sofiane Feghouli penalty. Belgiu m coach Ma rc Wilmots, the last Belgian player to score a goal at the World Cup in the 2002 finals, is hoping to make a big impact in Brazil.

His Belgian side is seen as one of the most promising squads in international football, with a generation of talented players including Chelsea star Hazard, Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany and a slew of other foreign-based players. Meanwhile, Alexander Kerzhakov rescued Russia in their first World Cup finals match since 2002, scoring three minutes after coming on as substitute to salvage a 1-1 draw against South Korea later on Tuesday (June 17). The 31-year-old Zenit St Petersburg striker – who is the sole survivor from the squad that appeared at the 2002 World Cup finals – was brought on after rival’s substitute Lee Keun-Ho put South Korea ahead with a 30m shot that Russian goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev disastrously parried over his head into the net. Russia coach Fabio Capello refused to point the finger at Akinfeev after the draw. “Just like some players can miss penalties it can happen that a keeper makes a mistake as well,” Capello said. “You can accept a mistake from a great keeper like Akinfeev. Today it turned out fine.” AFP The Phuket News went to print before the Thursday matches of the 2014 FIFA World Cup took place.

World Cup 2014 Group Stage Schedule

(All Thailand times) Note: TV channels for weekend games on page 31 Group Team

Time

Friday, June 20 D

Italy vs Costa Rica

11pm (23:00 hours)

Sunday, June 22 E

Switzerland vs France

2am (02:00 hours)

Honduras vs Ecuador

5am (05:00 hours)

Argentina vs Iran

11pm (23:00 hours)

Sunday, June 22 G

Germandy vs Ghana

2am (02:00 hours)

Nigeria vs Bosnia and Herzegovina 5am (05:00 hours)

Belgium vs Russia

11pm (23:00 hours)

Monday, June 23 H

South Korea vs Algeria

2am (02:00 hours)

United States vs Portugal

5am (05:00 hours)

Australia vs Spain

11pm (23:00 hours)

Netherlands vs Chile

11pm (23:00 hours)

Tuesday, June 24 A

Cameroon vs Brazil

3am (03:00 hours)

Croatia vs Mexico

3am (03:00 hours)

Costa Rica vs England

11pm (23:00 hours)

Italy vs Uruguay

11pm (23:00 hours)

Wednesday, June 25 C

Greece vs Ivory Coast

3am (03:00 hours)

Japan vs Colombia

3am (03:00 hours)

Nigeria vs Argentina

11pm (23:00 hours)

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Iran

11pm (23:00 hours)

Thursday, June 26 E

Honduras vs Switzerland

3am (03:00 hours)

Ecuador vs France

3am (03:00 hours)

United States vs Germany

11pm (23:00 hours)

Portugal vs Ghana

11pm (23:00 hours0

Friday, June 27: H

Algeria vs Russia

3am (03:00 hours)

South Korea vs Belgium

3am (03:00 hours)

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Li, 11, ready to make US Women’s Open history GOLF I N PIGTA I LS A N D polka-dots, pint-sized Lucy Li displayed plenty of poise last Tuesday (June 16) as she talked about taking on the US Women’s Open at the age of 11. The California-native, whose family is from Hong Kong, booked her place in the second women’s major of the year by taking medalist honors in sectional qualifying. Her status as the youngest qualifier in the history of the event has put her in the spotlight, but Li said it won’t put her under pressure this week at Pinehurst. “[For] The perfect week, I just want to go out there and have fun and play the best I can and I really don’t care about the outcome,” Li said. “It’s just I want to have fun and learn. Li didn’t think she’d be intimidated by the crowds she’s sure to draw this week. She’s already appeared at one of golf’s iconic venues this year, winning the 10-11 girls age group in the inaugural Drive, Chip and Putt Championship at Augusta National in April.

F “It’s awesome, right? I mean, Pinehurst and Augusta National in, like, two months. I mean, that’s just amazing. It’s mind blowing for me.” But Li’s achievement in earning a place in the field has prompted concern as well as admiration from older pros. “For an 11-year-old to actually qualify, on this stage, it’s extraordinary,” said Norwegian veteran Suzann Pettersen, ranked fourth in the world. “Hopefully she can have a fantastic week. I’m sure she’s already met and played with some of our big idols out here.” AFP

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ormula One racing will get an extra whiff of excitement and novelty this weekend when it returns to Austria after a decade-long absence. Home to champions like Niki Lauda and Jochen Rindt, as well as the dominant team in recent seasons – Red Bull – Austria will once again welcome the cream of F1 drivers at Spielberg on Sunday (June 22), on a circuit steeped in history but unfamiliar to many. The last time the small alpine country hosted a Grand Prix was in 2003, when Ferrari’s Michael Schumacher grabbed his second consecutive win there, ahead of Kimi Raikkonen and Rubens Barrichello. Raikkonen will be one of just four drivers with race day experience on this track Sunday (June 22) – alongside Fernando Alonso, Felipe Massa and Jenson Button, who finished fourth in 2003. For all others, the 4.3km Red Bull Ring circuit in southern Austria, will be a test. “Although I’ve driven the

Spain’s Fernando Alonso is just one of four drivers to have competed on the Red Bull Ring Spielberg circuit in Austria. Photo: Flickr circuit before, that was more than 10 years ago in F3... so it’s basically like starting from scratch for everyone on the grid,” current leader Nico Rosberg of Mercedes said last week. Spielberg hosted its first Grand Prix in 1964 on a bumpy course, but it would be years before the event returned in 1970, this time on a purpose-built track – the Oesterreichring (Austria Ring). Dropped from the F1 cir-

cuit in 1987, Spielberg made yet another comeback in 1997 for seven editions. These included the infamous 2002 Grand Prix, when Ferrari ordered leader Barrichello to let his teammate Schumacher take the victory, helping him to the season title. Keen to get a Grand Prix again, Red Bull took over the track in 2004 and redeveloped it, also promising to inject money into the region. The result is “a short track, with only a few turns, but it’s

very challenging,” said the team’s four-time champion Sebastian Vettel. Over 220,000 spectators are expected at Spielberg between today (June 20) and Sunday (June 22), with race day alone due to draw some 95,000 people. “Spielberg is a historic track, like Hockenheim, Nuerburgring, Spa, Monza or Silverstone. They belong to F1. They’re the DNA, the backbone of F1,” said Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff. AFP

HASH HOUSE HARRIERS Run 1478: Saturday, June 21 at 4pm Hares: Who The **** Is Alice?, Major Dick Blue & Tootsie Directions: Kata Viewpoint. - From Patong, go towards Kata, and then go to Kata View Point. 10 meters after Kata View Point, turn right (HHH sign) Laager is at 1.6 km down this road. - From Rawai, go towards Kata View Point; 10 meters before Kata View Point, turn left (HHH sign) Laaager is at 1.6 km down this road. Bus pick-up: Kamala: 14:30; Patong: 15:00 More info: phuket-hhh.com