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An angry mob blockade Thepkrassatri Rd in Mai Khao, stranding thousands of travellers, in protest over the police handling of the rape and robbery of a pregnant woman by teen twins Eakkapop Thongtub & Staff Reporters editor@classactmedia.co.th

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huket’s main highway was brought to a standstill on Wednesday evening (April 23) for seven hours as thousands of locals blocked it in both directions in angry protest about the way police handled the rape of a pregnant woman.

Thousands were stuck in cars, taxis, buses and minibuses and some flights from Phuket International Airport were delayed significantly as tourists were unable to get to the airport – many opting to get out of their vehicles and walk with their luggage to minivans waiting in side roads.

Airport Duty Officer Jaran Pandaeng told The Phuket News that four flights were delayed because of

passengers arriving late. A total of 74 passengers missed their flights.

Traffic was backed up at least 10km to the north of the blockade on Thepkrassatri Road, near the turnoff to the airport, and for 7km to the south.

One official estimate put the number of people stuck in the traffic at more than 10,000.

Expat Alex Schield was one of them, stuck for hours in a bus head-

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ing for Bangkok. “We haven’t moved from this spot for about two hours,” he told The Phuket News at around 9.30pm. “There’s no traffic coming toward Phuket.”

Mr Schield said there were a lot of tourists walking around still dressed in their swimsuits and towels, no doubt returning home from day trips. “From the second floor of the bus, there are brake lights as far as you can see.”

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What sparked the mob was the arrest of 17-year-old twin brothers for a vicious rape attack on a five-month-pregnant woman, aged 25, on Sunday night (April 20).

The woman was riding her motorbike home from Mai Khao when two men drove past on a motorbike and kicked her bike over, causing her to fall off and break her leg. They then took turns raping her in the bushes before stealing her phone and cash.

On Wednesday night, the protesters made three demands including the removal of four unpopular Tah Chat Chai policeman after they allegedly wrongfully arrested three teenagers and then tried to force them to confess.

They also wanted the twins – arrested later – to take part in a re-enactment of the rape, and demanded an apology by the police to the men wrongfully arrested. Police refused to make

the twins do a re-enactment for the fear they would be attacked by angry locals.

A s d a r k ne s s fel l on Wednesday evening, Phuket Police Deputy Commanders Col Peerayut Karajedi and Col Sakchai Limjarern, and Col Somchai Sanprasert from Ta Chat Chai police station tried to reach an agreement with the leader of the mob, the victim’s brother.

The police agreed the four police would come to apologise, but by 8pm there was still no sign of the four – a lieutenant, a sub-lieutenant, a sergeantmajor and a sergeant – so the blockade continued.

Governor Maitri Inthusut came to the scene at around 11pm and met with the police trying to break up the mob, and with the main leaders of the mob.

This time, negotiations were successful. After 20 minutes of discussion, the Governor agreed to the mob’s demands. He said

The twins in custody. Their identities are hidden because of their age. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub he had already ordered that the four policemen be moved out of Phuket, and an investigation

launched into what happened, after which the officers would be required to apologise.

Gov Maitri also said the three who were wrongfully arrested would be provided

with protection to prevent any possible reprisals from the officers involved.

Finally, he said if this kind of police behaviour happened again, the Superintendent of Tah Chat Chai police station would also be transferred.

He also agreed that a reenactment of the crime would be staged, though no date was set for this.

The Governor then went to the house of the mother of an 18-year-old who had been wrongfully arrested, and offered an apology on behalf of the police.

The mob agreed to disperse around 11.30pm, and by midnight traffic was starting to flow again, albeit very slowly.

On social media, there were mixed reactions to the road block and protest. Although most people were critical of the way the protest targeted innocent motorists and tourists, condemnation of the rapists was unanimous.

Criminal charges ‘may follow bungy deaths’ THOSE FOUND RESPONSIble for the bungy jump accident in Chalong that killed two people may face criminal charges for the deaths, as well as legal action related to breaking the Building Control Act, Governor Maitri Inthusut has announced.

Phuket Bungy Jump coowner Todsaporn Suksri and staff member Pitakchai Wongsricha were killed last Friday evening (April 18) when the cage they were in plummeted 52 metres to the ground during testing.

A third man, Anupong Kantawong, who was testing the bungy jump, survived.

The Bangkok Post reported that Mr Todsaporn, 27, and Mr Pitakchai, 28, were found dead with broken necks, legs and arms in the bungy cage after slings to which it was attached broke.

Mr Anupong, 37, was knocked unconscious and was taken to hospital, but was discharged a day later.

The deaths occurred when Mr Todsaporn, a partner in the business, and Mr Pitakchai, a maintenance staff member,

Gov Maitri inspects the yellow cage in which the two died.

Photo: Suthicha Sirirat volunteered to test the cage.

Mr Anupong agreed to do a test jump.

The three went to the top of the 52-metre tower. After Mr Anupong jumped, the cage slid up and down on its slings a few times before they snapped, sending the car plummeting to the ground, killing Mr Tossaporn and Mr Pitakchai instantly.

Mr Anupong fell into the water and was then taken to hospital.

On Sunday (April 20), Gov Maitri and other officials visited the site of the accident.

There, the Governor was told

how the OrBorTor had already advised the Phuket Bungy Jump owners, who planned to charge B1,700 a jump, that their structure was too high.

Gov Maitri blamed carelessness for the accident. “They tested the system at night time and it was too dark to see what was going on. The people up there had no experience.”

He announced that a police investigation would be launched to find out how the accident happened, and that Phuket’s three other bungy operations would be inspected for safety.

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Inquiry launched into cops extorting divers Anthika Muangrod reporter4@classactmedia.co.th

he Office of the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) is to conduct a full-blown investigation into police extortion of Phuket’s dive industry, starting on Monday (April 28).

Pol Lt Col Wannop Somchintanakul, Director of Suppression of Corruption in Public Sector 4, told The Phuket News, “We will be there with the team of many officers. We have set up a complaints inquiry committee to investigate the case and to prosecute the police who are alleged to have been involved in extortion.”

The investigation will begin by hearing evidence and allegations from foreign members of the dive community who were victims of the extortion. The timing and venue where the investigators will listen to complaints will be announced soon.

The PACC investigation team will be led by Pol Col Prawet Munpramuk, assistant to Prayong Preeyachitt, the PACC’s Deputy Secretary-General, who visited the offices of the Association of

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them to testify.

The rogue police officers arrested dozens of dive industry staff, principally dive instructors, for allegedly contravening the terms of their work permits and “acting as tour guides”.

The offenders were taken to Chalong Police Station where they were told they could spend a couple of nights in the cells, followed by a court hearing and possibly a jail sentence or expulsion from Thailand – or could pay B30,000 to have the charges dropped.

Some were told they must pay a further B3,000 a month to avoid Prayong Preeyachitt, the PACC’s Deputy Secretary-General, left, with being caught again. Most paid.

Pol Lt Col Wannop Somchintanakul, pictured during the PACC’s initial Since then the Phuket Employvisit to Phuket at the beginning of April. ment Office (PEO), which issues work permits, has been going round dive Thailand Underwater Sports (ATUS) the time. companies explaining the fine line in Phuket at the beginning of April, “That’s not relevant. It’s wrong- over which foreign dive instructors and promised to consider an inquiry. doing whether they wear uniform must not step.

“We already have some evi- or not – they are police officers,” The most common infringement dence,” Col Wannop told The Phuket he said. allowing the rogue cops to extort The ATUS board is currently money appears to have been that News, “but I don’t want to go into detail at this stage. We will reveal contacting eight diving instructors foreign dive instructors picked up and more after the investigation begins to get them to meet with the PACC carried bags belonging to customers. on April 28.” investigators. Another 17 appear By doing this, the PEO said, Col Wannop said that his team to have left Phuket already as the the instructors were acting as “tour would have no problem prosecuting high season winds down and work guides” – a function restricted to the alleged police extortionists, even is no longer available, but ATUS Thais alone. This rendered them though they were not in uniform at will contact them, too, to try to get vulnerable to extortion, the PEO said.

The new-look Tesco Lotus Extra Phuket mall will be officially opened on Thursday.

Bypass Tesco set to ‘re-open’ TESCO LOTUS WILL OFficially re-open its complex on the bypass road next Thursday (May 1).

The Tesco Lotus Extra Phuket mall, as it is known, will have more shops, more top brands, and a new food court.

Names include a Starbucks coffee outlet, a Fuji Japanese restaurant, Giordano clothing from Hong Kong and Uniqlo apparel from Japan. Some have already been open for a while.

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Tesco Lotus is offering giveaways including cash coupons, and special activities with celebrities, dining, shopping, cooking and afternoon tea.

The supermarket itself now has 9,000 more product lines, including 700 new local and international brand products in the fresh food department.

A new Digital Zone consolidates all new technology products in one place. For those buying clothes F&F, a fashion brand sold exclusively at Tesco Lotus, has “Virtual Fitting Kiosk” that allows

customers to “Touch, Try and Share” how they will look in F&F outfits.

Customer services at Tesco Lotus Extra Phuket are also further upgraded with new checkout designs and selfservice checkouts, while a further 80 car parking spaces have been added with dedicated parking zones for special groups of customers such as the elderly and mothers with children.

So far there do not appear to be plans for supercar parking at the mall.

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Soldier shot by pursuers on moped A SOLDI ER TA K I NG A break from duty in the deep South of Thailand was shot in Patong early on Saturday morning (April 19) by two men who chased him on a motorbike.

Adiwut Ob’oon, 31, who is serving with 31st Cavalry Squadron based at the Phaya Indra Camp in Pattani, told police, who were alerted by Patong Hospital, that he was on his way to bed when the shooting took place.

Pte Adiwut said that he had gone to a bar on Soi Tan with friends, but had left alone.

As he rode along on his motorbike he suddenly realised he was being pursued by two men on another bike.

As his pursuers drew close, the passenger shot him, hitting him in the elbow.

The two men then sped away towards Wat Suwankiriwong. Pte Adiwut rode to Patong Hospital where he was told he would need an operation because the bullet was still lodged in his elbow.

Police are now checking CCTV footage gathered along the route the attackers took, in a bid to identify them.

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he Chalong underpass project will cause huge traffic problems for local people, commuters and tourists, a public meeting was warned on Monday (April 21).

But everyone at the meeting still agreed that the pain would be worth the gain; that building the Chalong underpass is essential.

Chairing the second public hearing into the underpass at The Metropole hotel, Governor Maitri Inthusut said that an initial budget of B9 million had been spent on studies into how the underpass should be built.

He explained that four different schemes for the underpass had been put forward but that in the first public hearing, the largest number of votes was for Proposal No 1. This foresees a two-way, one-kilometre-long underpass being built between Chao Fa West Rd and Wiset Rd, going under the existing roundabout.

“The project should start after 2016 and will take 30 months to finish,” the Governor said.

Project Manager Kaweerat Deeprasertwong said, “We have been delayed by the

The preferred plan for the underpass would see it going from Chao Fa West Rd (yellow line, upper left), under Chalong Circle, and then emerging in the middle of Viset Rd (bottom). political crisis. We are trying to speed up the project.”

He warned that there could be further delays if there is opposition to compulsory purchase of private land.

He also addressed fears that the construction process – and the final result – will aggravate flooding problems in the Chalong area.

“The water will be directed into a drain and flow to Chalong Bay. We are going to have two pumps to pump out rainwater from the underpass and to handle power cuts we will also build [underground] rain water tanks that can store

up to 30 minutes of rainfall.”

Once the excavation is complete, a temporary concrete roof will be put in place to allow traffic to flow aboveground while work continues underground.

T he a rea a rou nd t he Chalong Circle is very constricted, he noted, and some private land in that area will have to be leased and buildings compulsorily purchased so they can be knocked down to make more room.

Some of those in the meeting suggested that a tunnel boring machine be used instead of excavating from the surface.

This, they argued would not cause the same amount of dust and, though more expensive, would be faster.

However, it was pointed out that tunnel boring machines cannot be used at depths of less than 10 metres without the surface above them collapsing.

People also wanted specific routes to be set for removal of the earth and where it will be dumped. People also did not want water from the site to run into Chalong Bay because it would affect marine life.

Members of the public also said they felt that more emphasis should be placed on public relations and signage; few local people had any idea what was proposed, unless they came to a public meeting.

Efforts to reduce traffic chaos while construction is underway will include diversions, Samran Jindapol, Mayor of Chalong, explained. “We need to solve the traffic problem by diversion routes along Soi Prathana and Soi Luang Phu Supha to Patong.”

Gov Maitri agreed. “Connecting routes will be built in order to ease the traffic at Chalong Circle during construction.” These diversions, he said, will use Soi Suksan, Soi Prathana, and various other back roads which, he added, will all have to be widened.

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Workers escape blast on ferry Two technicians cutting steel on a ferry moored at Ao Por had a lucky escape on Tuesday (April 22) when a spark from their equipment started a fuel fire on board.

The f ire star ted at around 3.30pm when the men were cutting steel. The men jumped off the boat and swam to escape the fire.

They were picked up by a longtail boat. Locals were able to put out the fire in 20 minutes.

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5 hurt in Patong Hill bus incident Five Chinese tourists suffered minor injuries when the tour bus they were travelling in ran off the road on Patong Hill at around 7.20pm on April 17.

The driver explained that his brakes failed so he decided to drive off the road to avoid a more serious accident.

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Election brings alcohol ban Polls tomorrow (April 26) to elect a new Mayor of Patong will mean a ban on the sale of alcohol in the town from 6pm today (April 25) to midnight tomorrow.

Lucky escape for pickup driver THE DRIVER OF A PICKup truck suffered minor injuries last Friday morning (April 18) when he flipped his vehicle on Thepkrassatri Road around 7.30am.

Muang Police said the man was driving the vehicle south toward Phuket Town when he failed to take a bend and slammed into the crash barrier, flipping the truck.

The crash took place just north of Phuket Town, near the turn-off to Laem Him Seafood restaurant.

The driver told police that he was driving fast and lost control on the curve, which was slippery due to heavy rain.

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PHUKET TOWN FLOODS Heavy rain on Thursday night (April 17) marked what is probably the start of the island’s rainy season, flooding many roads around the Phuket Town area. Photo: Suthicha Sirirat thephuketnews

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Death hill bus, truck ban during rush hours Wiparatana NaThalang reporter1@classactmedia.co.th

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rom May 1, in a new attempt to prevent crashes on Patong Hill large buses and trucks will not be allowed through the checkpoint in Thung Thong and onto the hill during morning and evening rush hours.

Thung Tong Superintendent Pol Maj Aekkarat Plaiduang told The Phuket News, “We have to do this because there is a lot of traffic during peak hours.

“This results in buses and trucks having to use their air brakes too often. Accidents happen when the brakes run out of air.”

He said the road will be closed every day to trucks with more than 10 wheels and large buses from 6 to 9am and from 4 to 7pm.

The drivers will have to go to Patong via Cherng Talay and Kamala [to the north], or Kata and Karon [to the south] instead, he said.

Authorities hope the new rules will prevent scenes such as this on Patong Hill.

“If buses and trucks try to go along this road during the curfew, they will be fined up to a maximum of B2,000.”

He also noted that police at the checkpoint are still

spot-checking truck and bus drivers for abuse of alcohol or drugs.

He added that it had been found that many of the buses that have been involved in

Police identify two suspects in French murder probe

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Arrest warrant soon for hit-run Russian AN ARREST WARRANT was due to be sought this week for Russian woman Larisa Kim, accused of crashing into the motorbike of a 16-year-old boy on April 5 while making a U-turn on Patak Rd close to Chalong Circle. The boy, Thananbavorn “Lotus” Durongpan, died at the scene of the crash. Capt Thada Sodarak, investigation officer at Chalong police station told The Phuket News, “We will go to the court and ask them to issue us an arrest warrant for Mrs Kim. “We just have to wait for the hospital autopsy result.

The doctor has not finished the examination yet. I contacted

the hospital [on Friday (April 18)], and they said they expect to be finished this week.”

“The Russian Consulate is in touch with the embassy to contact people who know her to urge her to come back here and clear up everything she has done, and help the family.

“But I’m not sure she is going to come. We do know for sure that she is no longer in Thailand.”

The funeral of Lotus took place on April 12. Pin, a relative of the boy, told The Phuket News bitterly, “No one from the Russian consulate came to visit us or even sent a wreath.”

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Chinese tourist dies snorkelling off Racha

A policeman keeps watch over the crime scene – the bungalow where Mr Boigeol was found battered to death.

POLICE ARE INSPECTING CCTV camera footage from the scene where French tourist Fabrice Boigeol was found murdered on Friday (April 18), and believe they have identified two suspects.

Mr Boigeol, who was staying at a bungalow in Soi Ging Pattana, Rawai, was found bashed to death. His personal items had been stolen.

Police believe the fight hap-

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pened early on Friday morning.

After looking at CCTV footage from the accommodation, they saw that around 5am two people were seen at the resort holding a white towel. Police are continuing to look at the footage.

Police say Mr Boigeol was killed with a blunt object. In the room they found a piece of hardwood with blood on it, and a cement lump.

Col Peerayut Karajedi, Phuket Police Vice Commander, said police were keeping an open mind about the reason for the bashing, but so far believe it was a robbery.

He said that another room in the resort also had some items taken. Police believe that after going to that bungalow, the suspects went to Mr Boigeol’s where they robbed and killed him. Eakkapop Thongtub

crashes on the hill were not inspected in Phuket, but in Phang Nga or Krabi “because it is difficult to pass the test at the Phuket Transport Department”.

CHINESE TOURIST TING Hong, 29, died while on a snorkelling trip off Racha Yai on Saturday afternoon (April 19).

Police said around 30 European and Chinese tourists were on the boat which left Chalong at around 9am for Racha Yai on a one-day snorkelling trip.

At around 11.30am, after the party had arrived at Racha,

a man from another boat spotted Ms Ting floating facedown in the water, far from the other tourists. She was found to be unconscious and was taken to shore.

A nurse at The Racha hotel offered help but was unable to revive Ms Ting. Her body was taken to Vachira Phuket Hospital.

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Battle brews over Club Med land lease LOCAL LEADERS IN KAta and Karon on April 17 interrupted a closed meeting in which the renewal of a lease on almost 40 rai of beachfront public land in Kata, which comes up for renewal next year, was due to be discussed.

The land, which runs along much of the beach between Kata Centre and the Kata Beach Resort, is partly occupied by Club Mediterranée, also known as Club Med, a well-known resort owned by Holiday Villages (Thailand) Co Ltd. The Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (OrBorJor) was authorised decades ago by the Ministry

Chaowalit Na Nakorn (centre, wearing tie) receives the letter from the local kamnans and village chiefs. of Interior to administer the land.

The local village chiefs, led

by Kamnan Winai Chidchiao,

arrived at the OrBorJor offices while the meeting was in progress and demanded to see the president of the OrBorJor,

Paiboon Upatising.

Mr Paiboon being unavailable, they were met instead by his deputy, Chaowalit Na

Nakorn, who hurried from the meeting to see what they wanted.

The group argued that

local opinion should be canvassed before any decision is reached about renewing the 30-year lease, which expires on September 24 next year.

Local people’s lives and livelihoods are likely to be affected, Kamnan Winai said.

Noting that the land, if sold, would fetch around B1 billion, he said that if the lease is to be renewed, local people want to know the size of any lease payment and how the money will be allocated.

Mr Chaowalit agreed that discussion of the issue would be postponed and that the village chiefs’ opinions would be taken into consideration.

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Third filthy klong attracts attention F Dark and long-haired, as described: Sarawut Jampeepan (seated) in custody.

Robber of tourist is quickly caught KATHU POLICE ON APRIL 17 arrested a ride-by snatcher after he grabbed a bag from a tourist near Loma Park in Patong.

The woman victim contacted police and described the robber as having long hair and a dark skin, and riding a motorbike with no licence plate.

Checking footage from various cameras, police were able to track the man back to the place he was renting.

Arriving there, they arrested Sarawut “Reed” Jampeepan, 35, and recovered a Nokia phone belonging to the robbery victim. They also impounded his no-plate motorbike.

He was taken to Kathu police station and charged with robbery using a vehicle.

A Russian victim of bagsnatching was less lucky when she was robbed by bag snatchers in Kata on April 15. By the time the robbers were caught, four days later, her belongings had been sold and the money spent.

The victim, Irina Shustrova, reported that two men on a

motorbike had grabbed her bag as she walked in Kata Centre, and ridden off.

Police examined security camera footage and were able to track the duo driving a Honda Scoopy-i from Patong, through Karon and then to Kata where they were seen grabbing Ms Shustrova’s bag and then escaping along the Kata-Saiyuan Rd. They were able to identify one of the snatchers, Chusak Konklong, 31. On Saturday he was spotted waking along Petkrut Rd in Patong and was arrested.

He gave up the name of his partner in crime, Prasopporn Sombat, 29, who was also arrested. The two admitted this was not their first robbery – they confessed to six earlier robberies in Kathu and one in Chalong.

Police seized the Scoopyi bike and a Sony camera.

Chusak and Prasopporn were charged with robbery at night using transport.

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ollowing the fuss over foul water flowing down a klong in Bangtao and across the beach, causing skin rashes and infections, experts this week took a look at another klong in Kamala where local people reported similar smell and health problems.

On Tuesday Nutthakrit Polpet, a specialist from the Department of Natural Resources and Environment, Provincial Council member Sonthaya Suntharak and officers from the Marine and Coastal Resources Department visited Klong Baan Nork Lay, which is at the south end of Kamala Bay. The visit came in answer to complaints from local people about filthy water flowing onto the beach, releasing a foul smell, causing skin problems for those who stepped in it, and killing marine life.

Mr Nutthakrit acknowledged there was a pollution

The scummy waters of Klong Baan Nork Lay run across the south end of Kamala Beach. problem and proposed that, as a short-term remedy, a sump will be dug to trap sediments which can be periodically drained. Effective microbes will also be added to the klong to clean up bacteria.

In the longer term, a wastewater treatment plant needs

to be built, but Karun Sriden, Mayor of Kamala, said the local municipality has no budget for this.

“We have the plans drawn up but we don’t have the budget to build it. We need private business to fund it, then we will repay them from the fees

we charge to users.

“In the meantime we are going to pump out the mud and sediment in the canal before the rainy season sets in. We probably will have to use our own personal money to do this.”

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Body at Pansea Beach ‘thought to be foreign’

The tattoo on the inside right forearm appears to be of a heart and dagger. Phuket News graphic

A BODY FOUND FLOATing on Monday mor ning (April 21) off Pansea Beach in Cherng Talay, the beach used most by people staying at the swish Amanpuri resort, is believed to be that of a foreign tourist, police say.

The man, estimated to be between 30 and 40 years old and 178 cm tall, has a distinctive heart-and-dagger tattoo on his right forearm, and another tattoo on his chest.

The body was discovered by a fisherman around 9am, and police believe the man had been dead for around five days. They think the body is that of a foreigner because of the solid body structure.

The remains have been taken to Thalang Hospital for an autopsy. Anyone who may be able to help with identifying the victim should call Cherng Talay Police on 076 270 043.

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Call of nature saves Phuket FC chairman from Jerusalem riot

One death during 7 Days of Danger T

he last of the Seven Days of Danger in Phuket (April 17), surrounding the Songkran holiday, was mercifully free of major accidents, with no crashes that required hospitalisation and no deaths on the road.

The final headline totals were one death, and 22 major

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accidents with 22 people requiring hospitalisation.

The figures are very similar to those recorded in the same campaign a year ago, showing that the huge effort to get people to take care on the roads during a celebration that is traditionally fuelled by alcohol, are effective.

In 2012 there were four

deaths, and in 2011 there were seven deaths during the same seven-day period. And three years ago there were fewer people and fewer vehicles on the island, so the 2013 and 2014 results demonstrate real progress.

Last year there were officially no deaths, though one man was reported dead after

the seven days ended, from injuries sustained during the seven days.

The high numbers of people stopped for dangerous behaviour on the roads, however, are still a worry, with 4,369 found to be under the influence of alcohol, beating all the other road offences.

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PHUKET FC CHAIRMAN Pamuke Atchariyachai and his wife Thanyarat took a toilet break at the right time, just as a shootout took place while they were in Jerusalem, Israel on holiday on Songkran Day, which this year coincided with Palm Sunday, an important day in the Christian calendar.

Mr Pamuke said the shooting occurred when a riot broke out in the compound of the Temple of the Mount. It was sparked by the murder of a top policeman and his family in Jerusalem, a city that is a major focus of religious belief for Jews, Christians and Muslims.

Mr Pamuke said on the Phuket FC website that he and his wife were visiting the Mount and had gone to the toilet when they heard the sound of gunshots and many people shouting.

“I saw fire flashing from the window, so I hid. It was really scary and many people were hurt. If we had gone to the toilet five minutes later, we would have been injured for sure.

“It was like a dream,”

Pamuke Atchariyachai.

Mr Pamuke said. He said the couple eventually got out of the area safely.

Rioters flung stones and two Molotov cocktails. Israeli police responded with stun grenades and rubber bullets. Police reported that two people were injured before the riot was quelled.

This is not the first time that someone from the family, and with connections to Phuket FC, has found themselves in a dangerous situation.

Last year, the couple’s son, Phuket FC Chairman Pariyawit “Benz” Atchariyachai, narrowly missed being involved in the Boston bombings in the United States.

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Aussies and Kiwis set to mark Anzac Day at dusk A DUSK MEMORIAL service will be held at Lady Pie this evening (April 25) to mark Anzac Day, a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand.

Anzac Day is commemorated by both countries on April 25 every year to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (Anzac) who fought at Gallipoli in the Ottoman Empire during WWI. This evening’s event, organised by Aussies in Phuket, is open to anyone.

A memorial ode will be read by Kevin Mansfield at 6.30pm. Lady Pie will sell B100 food vouchers (for either a sausage sanger or hot pies and sausage rolls) and Anzac biscuits will be for sale for B50.

Each year Anzac Day in Thailand is commemorated by a dawn service and gunfire breakfast at Hellfire Pass in Kanchanaburi, western Thailand.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

Journalists in court to hear libel charge T

he principals of the local news website Phuket Wan appeared in provincial court on Friday afternoon (April 18) in the first hearing in a criminal defamation and computer crimes case, brought against them by an officer of the Royal Thai Navy.

The case against Australian Alan Morison and Chutima Sidasathian revolves around a paragraph from a Reuters news agency report about Rohingya people fleeing the western Myanmar region of Rakhine, many of whom wash up on the Andaman Sea coast of Thailand after terrifying journeys in leaking boats.

After spending five hours in holding cells – which, Mr Morison said in a report on his website “wasn’t hell but it wasn’t far off” – the couple were freed on bail of B100,000 each, which had been raised by supporters. Mr Morison’s passport was confiscated.

With ironic timing, while Mr Morison and Ms Chutima were waiting for their first ap-

Mr Morison and Ms Chutima speak with members of the press before Friday’s hearing. Photo: Dan Miles pearance in court, the Reuters reporters who covered the Rohingya story were being

feted for winning a Pulitzer Prize for their writing.

If found guilty of crimi-

nal defamation and computer crimes, the duo face a maximum of seven years in jail and

fines of up to B100,000.

After bail was set, the case was adjourned until May 26.

Laguna Phuket launches mobile learning project L AGU NA PH U K ET IS launching a new community project, “Fully Booked”, which will see the opening of a new mobile learning centre for schoolchildren.

Laguna says the project is one of many initiatives set up by the company to support its wider strategic goal on social and educational development, which aims to build capacities of local communities through socially benefiting projects, adequate educational support, and access to quality educational services.

“Fully Booked!” Mobile Learning Centre will help inspire younger schoolchildren to develop interest with books and help improve their literacy through assisted reading, Laguna says.

As part of the long-term plan, the centre will also work with rural parents to teach them how to read ‘to’ and ‘with’ their children to encourage the learning process.

The centre will travel to target schools, setting a popup classroom on the grounds to provide schoolchildren with access to materials that are

Education is the main focus of Laguna’s mobile centre. crucial for learning, but are very expensive and unaffordable to many rural schools and families, Laguna says.

A qualified librarian/teacher will be employed to manage the Mobile Learning Centre and ensure the programme runs efficiently. During the first semester of academic year 2014, the centre will visit three pilot schools each week, serving each target student at least one time a week for the duration of the term.

They will ensure that learning progresses are in line with the national curriculum and will keep the programme relevant, fresh and engaging, covering topics such as the environment and English lan-

guage skills.

Guests staying at any Laguna Phuket hotels will be invited to visit the Mobile Learning Centre at schools and join the teachers through interactive involvement by reading and playing interactive learning games with the children.

“The “Fully Booked” programme will benefit schoolchildren in Laguna Phuket’s community as well as neighbouring areas whilst maintaining close links with the group-wide Banyan Tree Seedlings initiative launched six years ago,” said Ravi Chandran, Managing Director of Laguna Phuket.

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og leather. It’s soft, f ine-textured and readily distinguishable from other leathers due to its foul smell and scars, says Chanin Chitkomut, who encountered the product several years ago.

“If you’re not an expert, you might mistake it for sheep hide,” said Mr Chanin, who was raised in the leather industry.

The president of the Thai Footwear Association said the strong odour makes dog skin a less attractive option for factories to manufacture as golf gloves and drums, but the shortage of cowhide had prompted some shoe-makers to use it as linings to lower costs.

Illegal live dog exports to countries such as Vietnam has long existed here. But recently, increased pressure on smugglers has forced them to change their tactics and, in doing so, they have expanded their trade to include slaughtering, skinning and tanning the animals.

Thai police only started to make a serious effort in the crackdown a year ago, when Pol Sub Lt Lamai Sakonpitak, a police sub-inspector, was asked to be part of a unit to suppress smuggling and the trade in animal parts.

In January, the team of seven, headed by Pol Maj Gen Surapol Pinijchop, successfully raided a tannery where butchers were caught among piles of dog carcasses and skins.

Pol Sub Lt Lamai said police had seen a decline in live dog smuggling. In the past, smugglers would transport the dogs to forests and load them on trucks in the early hours of the morning. They would then be transported to Vietnam through Laos.

“But since October last year, the situation has changed and traders have been slaughtering dogs in forests, where the meat is dried and sold in Sakon Nakhon’s Ta Rae district

Dogs rescued from dog meat trade trucks like this one often end up at the Soi Dog shelter. and the skin sent to tanneries,” he said.

Phuket’s John Dalley, cofounder and vice-president of the Soi Dog Foundation said large-scale transport had not been happening for several months, as the police had taken more interest in it now.

But the main reason, he believes, is the conferences that animal rights groups have had with government representatives from Thailand, Vietnam and Laos within the past year resulting in the Vietnamese government ratifying an agreement to stop the importation of live dogs into Vietnam.

The purpose was to implement a ban on the mass transportation of live dogs from Thailand and other Asean countries into Vietnam, based on the call for action to eliminate rabies by 2020.

Thailand has a large dog population, and unwanted dogs can be bought very cheaply.

“They are then sold to criminal dealers in Thailand.

They in turn sell them to Vietnam and the money goes up and up. Poor people in Isan, when the rice is growing, can earn income by collecting dogs and selling them,” Mr Dalley said.

He said many of the ani-

mals died in circumstances of unspeakable cruelty, with some being flayed alive.

Mr Dalley said the skin was often exported to Japan, China and Taiwan for use in the construction of musical instruments such as drums and traditional guitars.

In 2011, the Thai Veterinary Medical Association estimated that half a million Thai dogs were caught up in the dog meat and skin trade. Although the industry is centred in Sakon Nakhon, it is widespread in northeast Thailand.

The dogs, which are rounded up from all over the country, are transported to Sakon Nakhon’s Ta Rae district and slaughtered there or transported live to Vietnam.

Between August 2011 and September 2013, the police arrested 49 offenders and took possession of 10,463 dogs in 10 northeastern provinces. But very few of the offenders were imprisoned, a situation that offers little deterrent.

For Mr Chanin of the Thai Footwear Association, the use of dog hide is an alternative for the leather industry, as the skin is a by-product of its meat. “Everyone in the leather industry has had experience

with dog hide,” he said.

“The manufacturers know [that they are being sent dog leather], but as long as the demand for dog meat exists, there will always be a supply of dog skin.”

Mr Chanin claimed that some of the leather is sent to factories in Bangkok, and offers would be made to leather-goods producers.

“Tanneries would approach shoe manufacturers and ask them [the shoe-makers] if they

wanted to use dog leather as lining, due to the large amount of visible markings,” he said, adding that dog scrotums were soft and flexible, and were known to be highly prized for golf gloves. “But now, the tanneries are not as open as they used to be.”

Watchdog Thailand and Soi Dog work hand in hand to stop the dog meat trade.

Soi Dog pays rewards to authorities and locals who provide information or are involved in successful arrests. It is currently financing the production and erection of hundreds of large banners offering rewards for information throughout the northeast.

Dogs seized by police are evidence, and they are initially taken to Nakhon Phanom where they are treated, vaccinated and sterilised. Once released from the court’s jurisdiction they are then transferred to Soi Dog’s Buri Ram treatment facility.

Because dogs are not classified as livestock, the Livestock Development Department has no budget to care for them, said Mr Dalley.

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from the dog meat trade, with average spending of more than B1 million per month.

To date, the organisation has invested about B12 million in its Buri Ram site, and there are plans for a veterinary hospital there. The Buri Ram facility has capacity for 3,500 dogs and additional shelters will eventually increase this to 5,000.

Mr Chaichan said the best way to solve the problem was to get them neutered and vaccinated against rabies.

But he said solving the problem at its roots, such as through education, would provide benefits.

Mr Chaichan’s organisation conducts regular talks with primary school students, teaching them that animals need five types of freedom: food, shelter, health, freedom from stress and fear, and the freedom to behave naturally.

“If any one of them is violated, [the act] is considered cruelty towards animals,” he said. “We need to reform our education system.”

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he deaths of the two people killed during the test at Phuket Bungy Jump in Chalong last Friday evening were completely avoidable.

The company owner Todsaporn Suksri and engineer Pitakchai Wongsricha were killed when the cage they were in plummeted 52 metres to the ground during a preopening test.

A third man, Anupong Kantawong, who was testing the bungy jump, survived only because he was attached to the bungy cord.

The company owners had a permit to build up to 12 metres high, but instead built up to 52 metres. They also did not have a permit to operate the bungy jump.

The deaths have highlighted the lack of monitoring and health and safety around such “high risk” pursuits.

Many tourists love to take part in such activities while on

Phuket, for example parasailing, riding a jetski and bungy jumping.

This is not the first accident in Phuket at a bungy jump business.

In 2009, British tourist Rishi Baveja was nearly killed at the Jungle Bungy Jump in Kathu when the harness slipped off and he landed in water.

Fortunately he survived because of the way he landed in the water – what can only be described is a miracle as he fell from a height of 50 metres.

When tourists or locals sign up to take part in such an activity, they have every right to expect it to be safe, and to expect those running it to know what they’re doing.

We’re not saying that all these venues or operators are unsafe. Many of them are well run with experienced professionals at the helm.

The question is: Who was responsible for checking the

Phuket Bungy Jump was safe?

Were the operators experienced and qualified enough to be running such a risky business, where death is at stake if something goes wrong?

Governor Maitri Inthusut said himself the operators were not experienced.

One man who lives in the area said locals opposed the business. This, and the fact that the company had already been warned by the OrBorTor that their building was too high, should have meant authorities kept a close eye on what was happening at this site.

But as well as the responsibility of the authorities to monitor the sites they approve, there is also operator responsibility.

We hope the needless deaths of these men will result in proper checks being made on such venues by those who know what they are looking for – it should always be a case of safety first.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

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Drowning season

If not now, when?

Some people refer to this as the low season, others the monsoon or green season. I refer to it simply as the drowning season.

Make no mistake about it, for sure there will be deaths, the only detail that is in dispute is how many.

For those that refuse to close the beaches during these conditions, ask them to try their own chances of survival in these rip currents.

Only then regrettably will they understand the enormity of the problem.

The word close has to enter the Thai vocabulary in the context of these beaches sometime.Of course, there are days and conditions when it is in fact safe to go into the water, outside of that when the red flags are displayed it should be an arrestable offence to try and enter the water.

Your next front page headline should be, ‘Welcome to the drowning season.’

Extremely concerned

[Re. Phuket Opinion: Now not later] I have spent winter in Thailand for the last 21 years, escaping the cold weather in Sweden.

However, lately we have been discussing with our friends not to go to Thailand any more, due to the disgusting pollution going from klongs into the sea.

Four years ago I stopped swimming in the sea, after getting a infection off Kata Beach. Now I only swim in pools, because I do not know what’s in the seawater. The Thais need to know that if they want us to continue coming to Thailand they have to clean up their act.

Maybe the Russians will use the sea, as they have the same problem in Russia with polluted waters. But Europeans – Swedes – will not accept getting serious infections in cuts and wounds.

If they don’t do anything, we will stop coming to Thailand, the country we love so much. If nothing is done, this

will be the start of the end for Phuket tourism.

Louise Rytz I totally agree, but I would go even further.

Phuket is dirty, but it seems it doesn’t bother anyone.Why are tourists coming? Well, because of the beautiful beaches, the weather, and of course the sunshine, but if you look around in Patong, Kathu and Rawai it is a freaking nightmare – plastic everywhere, and the streets are dirty.

Why is there no environmental protection? Why does no-one clean the streets?

I work in the tourism business, and I am deeply worried about our beautiful island.

Dietmar Spitzer The destruction of the tourism business is the best thing that could happen to the island.

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Swift justice [Re. Teen twins arrested for rape of pregnant woman in Phuket]

Disgusting, [if guilty] I hope these guys get swift justice in any form it’s delivered.

That poor woman, I hope she recovers as well as she can and gets over this disgusting crime committed on her.

Andy

Going under [Re. Despite ‘pain’, locals back new Phuket underpass plan] Unfortunately nothing in Phuket is ever planned. Ten years ago they decided that a flyover or underpass was not necessary at Central.

Now they wait until they have new buildings surrounding Chalong Circle until they decide to alleviate the chaos, create more, and demolish the buildings they permitted in the first place.

Michael Archer I wonder how much of the B9 million ‘study’ was spent coming to the conclusion it never rains for more than 30 minutes?

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Wild elephants live on the edge of existence Piyaporn Wongruang

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top the truck and turn the lights off now!” shouted 57-year-old Somporn Mee-im to his colleague, Mai, driving the pickup.

The two, along with a group of Kaeng Krachan National Park rangers, were there to try to move on some wild elephants reportedly damaging crops in villagers’ fields around Pa Dang village in Tambon Pa Deng, one of four tambons bordering the park.

The elephants could be heard nearby, but it was hard to locate them precisely with the pickup’s engine running.

But turning off the engine and searchlight increased the risk that the elephants might attack.

Mr Somporn and the Kaeng Krachan park rangers had no choice – if they could locate the elephants, they would at least know in which direction they should drive the beasts away from the fields.

Silence blanketed the pickup. Between the rangers and the villagers’ fields was a small outcrop of forest. Every few minutes, Mr Somporn ordered his men to shine their spotlights into the trees in the hope the lights would drive the elephants away. They also had other devices including balloons (effective in scaring them when popped), whistles and firecrackers to help drive off the animals.

But a s m id n ig ht ap proached, and they still hadn’t found the elephants, Mr Somporn decided to abort the operation.

“At least they’re not in the villagers’ fields now, and we’ve tried our best to scare them back into the forest,” said Mai.

Wild Asian elephants in Khao Yai National Park. Photo: Mammalwatcher Kaeng Krachan National Park is one of several protected areas in the East, Northeast and upper South where conflicts between people and elephants are regularly reported. Thailand has an estimated 3,000 wild elephants that roam freely in 69 wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, but these protected areas form a central habitat of forest clusters where most of the wild elephant population lives.

According to the latest study and policy recommendation paper by the Forestry Faculty of Kasetsart University, Master Plan for Elephant Conflict Resolution and Conservation, published last year, the problem has become more severe, with more frequent appearances of elephants from the forests and more clashes between them and humans.

At Kaeng Krachan, the problem has led to severe

consequences. In recent years, elephants have been killed.

Some have been electrified, others have been found hacked to death. The incidents have mostly occurred to the south of the park, where elephants reportedly roam freely.

Statistics from 2005 to 2013 collected by the Wildlife Conservation Society, which has been working with the park on research to solve the problem, show that at least 13 wild elephants have been killed.

With limited resources, forest rangers in several areas have been trying to come up with measures to at least stop the elephants from leaving the forests. From traditional tools such as simply shouting and making noise, to more modern devices such as spotlights, balloons, fireworks and electrified fences, rangers have been doing what they can to deal with the problem.

Second Lt Channarong Inla, a unit chief in the Thap Praya Sua military task force, has been lending a hand to the park rangers at Kaeng Krachan.

“What we have been doing is trying to avoid confrontations between the elephants and humans for fear that they will injure people. We have not yet seriously looked at solutions for the elephants, and if we have to do so, I think it would be something beyond the authority of officers in the field. Policymakers should come together to help solve the problem,” said 2nd Lt Channarong.

A s s i s t a n t P r of e s s o r Ronglarp Sukmasuang, a coauthor of the Kasetsart University study and long-time elephant researcher, said forest encroachment is central to the root cause of the problem, resulting in forest areas being cut into pieces, with several areas becoming isolated forest

islands, less able to sustain wildlife.

Although reclaiming encroached forest land is impracticable for the moment, partly due to the 1998 cabinet resolution to suspend reclaiming such land to allow for land surveys and ownership verification, the experts still have hope for area-based management via the creation of forest corridors.

New forest corridors, they said, would help increase wildlife habitats, and offer a better chance of survival. The idea is being explored at Kaeng Krachan, where patches of forests are being considered for inclusion in new wildlife hunting ban zones.

But the experts agree that to deal with the problem, the animal ecology itself must also be dealt with.

Mr Ronglarp said it is academics who think of managing wildlife along in-situ (on-site) and ex-situ (off-site) lines. If wildlife in-situ, in the forests, has decreased, the population in an ex-situ environment can help them replenish, he added.

“But it’s controversial as conservationists would support only in-situ conservation,” said Mr Ronglarp, adding that researchers had proposed the relocation of elephants from locations where numbers had increased beyond an area’s ability to support them.

“What we need to do now is sit down and discuss the problem seriously, exploring solutions we have been studying together.

“At least if we all have the same understanding of the problem and the degree of seriousness, that will guide us as to what to do about the problem,” Mr Ronglarp said.

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erm Phra Kiat Sports Stadium in Muang district on Sunday morning when red shirt coleader Suporn Atthawong, the DPVG chairman, presided over the opening ceremony of the two-day training camp starting Sunday.

Mr Suporn called on the volunteers to love one another and be united and prepare to fight against all organisations that plan to overthrow democracy, especially the

anti-government People’s Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) and independent agencies.

Training sessions on the first day focused on academic issues, while on the last day the volunteers were involved in physical strength and outdoor activities. The event ended with a march as a show of force and the distribution of certificates to all participants. Bangkok Post

IN BRIEF BANGKOK

Police target illegal nightspots Police in Bangkok will impose harsher penalties on entertainment venues that stay open beyond 1am under a proposed law change aimed at dealing with a ballooning number of illegal establishments.

“Officers need to get tougher on venue owners because many of them show no fear of the law or penalties which involve low fines,” deputy city police chief Adul Narongsak said yesterday.

He was referring to the Entertainment Venue Control Act, which was passed in 1966.

PHETCHABURI

Rights activist ‘disappears’ An international human rights group urged authorities on Monday to investigate the disappearance of a prominent environmental activist arrested in Kaeng K rachan, in Phetchaburi.

Por Cha Lee Rakcharoen, known as ‘’Billy,’’ was detained in Phetchaburi’s Kaeng K rachan National Park on Thursday for carrying illegally harvested wild honey, and has not been seen since shortly after he was released.

He was on his way to a meeting with Karen villagers and activists about a lawsuit that accuses park officials of burning and destroying the homes and property of more than 20 families in the area.

PATTANI

Army fears Krue Se retaliation Army chief Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha has instructed security forces in Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat to be on full alert ahead of next Monday’s 10th anniversary of the 2004 Krue Se mosque shooting in Pattani.

Col Banpot Poonpian, spokesman for the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc), said on Monday Gen Prayuth had ordered security forces and intelligences agencies in the three southernmost provinces to be vigilant for possible attacks.

The anniversary marks the day 32 Muslim men were shot to death as they were taking refuge after a night of attacking security forces.

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IN BRIEF MALAYSIA

Anwar wanted Obama meeting Malaysia’s opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim said Monday a meeting with US President Barack Obama during a coming visit to Malaysia would have been “consistent with US democratic ideals,” after Washington said there would be no such encounter. But Anwarstopped short of criticising the US president.

SOUTH KOREA

Death toll in ferry disaster rises

The confirmed death toll from South Korea’s ferry disaster crossed 100 Tuesday, as dive teams accelerated the grim task of recovering hundreds more bodies from the submerged vessel. Nearly one week into the rescue and recovery effort of one of South Korea’s worst peacetime disasters, close to 200 of the 476 people who were aboard the 6,825-tonne Sewol – most of them schoolchildren – are still unaccounted for.

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rapped in a purple shawl, Mirjan wanders downcast among the ruins of the Islamabad slum where she lived, newly demolished.

The authorities in Pakistan’s leafy, affluent capital have declared war on the slums, largely populated by Christians and Afghan refugees, saying they are illegal and havens for militants.

The bulldozers came for Mirjan’s slum by a railway line in the city’s south last Monday, transforming hundreds of shacks into a sea of rubble. The 70-year-old, with grey hair and pale blue eyes, saw the city’s Capital Development Authority (CDA) demolish her meagre world in a matter of minutes.

“I have been living here for the past 40 years. The CDA has completely ruined me. I am a widow, my husband died 20 years ago, my two elder sons also died,” she told AFP, stifling sobs.

“I am a poor woman – why did the CDA not listen to me?”

An Afghan child whose family fled their home country to Pakistan stands outside her makeshift shelter in a slum on the outskirts of Islamabad. Photo: AFP/Nicolas Asfouri More than two dozen slums, known as “katchi abadis” in Urdu and often euphemistically called “colonies”, are tucked into the corners of Islamabad’s neat grid pattern.

They house tens of thousands of people unable to afford the city’s high rents, in flimsy dwellings put up with concrete, bricks and sacking.

Some are located on drainage cuts designed to channel away the heavy rains of the monsoon, and many have no access to electricity, gas or mains water

supplies. The CDA, the city’s administration, has now drawn up a list of 14 such settlements it says are illegal and plans to clear – with no compensation or rehousing plan for the residents.

The demolition of Mirjan’s slum came after a bombing at a nearby fruit and vegetable market killed 22 people – the deadliest attack in Islamabad since 2008. Pervaiz Masih, who lives in a Christian slum, says the community is frightened.

“We have no land or other

property to move to, we cannot build houses even if the government gives us land as we have no money,” Masih told AFP, tears rolling down his cheeks.

“This locality was not built overnight. If it is illegal, why did CDA officials not stop the people when they started building?” he said, accusing officials of taking bribes to let the settlement stay.

Aasim Sajjad, chairman of the All Pakistan Katchi Abadi Alliance, said the city’s elite

enjoy a cossetted life waited on by maids, cooks and chauffeurs drawn from the ranks of the slum-dwellers.

“These are working class populations, they are the ones who make this city run, the construction workers, the drivers, the cooks, in the case of the Christians they are mostly the cleaners,” he said.

“Let’s say you clear all these settlements. In about a month they’ll be up in various forms again because these people are not going to disappear – they are going to live somewhere.”

Anger at the CDA is starting to brew in the slums – demonstrations have been held to try to stop the bulldozers.

“I have no Kalashnikov, no pistol, we are peaceful, I hope to Jesus they will never come here,” said Youssaf Masih Bhatti, the pastor of one Christian community. And if the bulldozers do come, said Pervaiz, “if they say they will crush us, we will stand in front of them”. AFP

Syria opposition rejects presidential poll SYRIA’S OPPOSITION CONdemned Monday’s announcement of a June 3 presidential election expected to keep Bashar al-Assad in power despite tens of thousands of deaths in an anti-regime revolt since 2011.

“T he Assad regime’s announcement today that a ‘presidential election’ would be held in June should be treated as a farce and be rejected by the international community,” said the office of opposition National Coalition leader Ahmad Jarba.

“With vast parts of Syria completely destroyed by Assad’s air force, army and militias over the last three years, and with a third of Syria’s population displaced internally or in refugee camps in the region, there is no electorate in Syria in a condition to exercise its right to vote,” it said.

Parliament speaker Mohammed al-Lahham earlier announced the election will be held on June 3, while Syrians living outside the country would vote on May 28.

Voting would be “free and fair... and under full judicial supervision”, he said.

Assad, who became president after his father Hafez

Anti-riot police in central Damascus earlier this year.

Photo: VOA Middle East correspondent Elizabeth Arrot died in 2000 and whose current term ends on July 17, is widely expected to run and win another seven-year mandate despite the conflict.

New election rules require candidates to have lived in Syria for the past decade, effectively preventing key opposition figures in exile from standing for office.

The election will be held more than three years into a war that has killed more than 150,000 people and forced nearly half the population to flee their homes.

Syria’s conflict began as a peaceful Arab Spring-inspired movement for democratic reform, but morphed into a civil war after the Assad

regime launched a massive crackdown against dissent.

Exiled Coalition member Samir Nashar, who spoke from neighbouring Turkey, described the election as “a mere continuation of (Syria’s) past.”

“For 50 years, from 1963 (when the ruling Baath party came to power) to date, there have been no transparent elections,” Nashar told AFP. “I don’t think that anyone would believe that these elections can really express the will of the Syrian people, considering all this destruction and forced displacement...

What elections are we talking about? What about democracy?” AFP thephuketnews

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Cubans get Hollywood fix through ‘paquete’ sticks B

lack market sales of USB sticks loaded w it h Holly wood blockbusters, pop music or football are booming in communist Cuba, where contentstarved consumers are snapping them up to escape the dreary offerings of state-run media.

Hungry for the Internet and barred from access to satellite television, Cubans have regularly swapped entertainment stored on USB sticks or computer hard drives.

The practice has now evolved to a sophisticated new level, however, with the rise of what is known locally as the “paquete.”

Each week, a new such paquete arrives, and Cubans guided by word of mouth hurry to fill USB keys with hours of high-end entertainment at prices ranging from less than a dollar to five dollars, depending on the content, which is available a la carte.

It might be a pirated Hollywood movie or a chance to watch Cristiano Ronaldo

Young Cubans prepare their sticks to charge the latest internet “package” with films, television series and software in a house in Havana on April 17. Photo: AFP/STR and Lionel Messi in the latest action from Spain’s La Liga football championship.

Others favour the latest episodes of racy Brazilian or South Korean soap operas, hugely popular in Cuba.

For the underground distributors of paquetes, these bundles of digital escapism are nothing more than harmless fun.

“There’s no politics, no

pornography, nothing for the police to get worried about,” says one distributor, Jose.

Authorities in Cuba have so far largely turned a blind eye to the phenomenon.

A notable exception, however, is former culture minister Abel Prieto, a special adviser to President Raul Castro, who recently decried the “trash can of the paquete,” which he said was a symptom of

Teen survives flight in wheel well A US TEENAGER WAS lucky to be alive Monday after surviving a bone-chilling, low-oxygen flight from California to Hawaii in a jet’s wheel well, authorities said.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation identified the stowaway as a 16-year-old male who climbed the fence at a San Jose airport.

He then snuck into the wheel well of a Hawaiian Airlines plane bound for Maui, FBI spokesman Tom Simon told AFP.

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The youngster, who ran away from home, endured freezing temperatures and a lack of oxygen aboard the five-and-a-half hour flight, which reached an altitude of some 38,000 feet, he said.

Miraculously, the teen lived to tell.

“He was observed coming out of the plane in Maui, the FBI interviewed him and handed him out to child protective services,” Simon said, adding the youth was not being charged with a

crime in Hawaii.

Security video footage from the Mineta International Airport in San Jose showed the youngster hopping a fence and making his way to Hawaiian Airlines Flight 45, where he climbed, undetected, into the wheel well of the aircraft.

With oxygen scarce and temperatures well below freezing, Simon said the teenager appears to have been unconscious “for pretty much the entire” flight. AFP

“Yankee culture invading us shamelessly.”

Addressing a meeting of intellectuals in mid-April, Prieto said it was time to “oppose, tear down and depreciate the paquete ... so that people understand they are being fooled.” But he pointedly failed to recommend an outright ban on the paquete.

At the same meeting, meanwhile, an official com-

mission acknowledged that Cuba’s five state broadcast channels were “very distant from the cultural, informational and entertainment needs of our people.”

Until that situation changes, the paquete’s popularity seems assured.

Maria Teresa, a 48-year-old from Holguin, 750 kilometres south of Havana, buys four gigabytes worth of entertainment – television series in her case – for around 20 cents.

“It’s enough for the whole week,” she said.

Daniel, a 22-year-old law student, told a similar story.

“In addition to films and TV series, I look for antivirus updates,” he said.

Graciela, a nurse from Las Tunas, 700 kilometres from Havana, said she turned to the paquete after getting fed up with domestic entertainment.

“I watch some TV, but Cuban telenovelas are bad and the Brazilian ones take too long, it’s painful. So I buy my little paquete for five pesos and I’m happy,” she said. AFP

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Turkish Cypriot leader optimistic about 2014 deal Turkish Cypriot leader Dervis Eroglu on Monday voiced optimism about ironing out a settlement to the island’s four-decade division with his GreekCypriot counterpart in UNsponsored talks. “We have recently resumed negotiation as I have mentioned and during the course of the negotiations we will try to bridge our differences and try to find a comprehensive settlement in the shortest possible time,” Eroglu said.

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Stars turn out for Peaches funeral Supermodel Kate Moss was among a host of celebrities who attended the funeral on Monday of Bob Geldof’s daughter Peaches, at an English village church filled with memories for the tragedy-hit family. The 25-year-old television presenter’s body was carried into St Mary Magdalene and St Lawrence church in Davington in Kent in a white coffin painted with a blue sky and clouds.

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Phuket’s Koreans hit hard by Thai politics

Income from film makers set to soar TOURISM MAY HAVE been hit by political turmoil in Thailand, but revenue earned from international film productions shot on location in Thailand should increase 15 per cent to B2.5 billion by the end of 2014.

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports’ Department of Tourism director general, Anuparp Kasornsuwan, said film earnings should grow from the B2.17 billion garnered last year, despite instability in the country.

Promoting film shoots is seen by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports as a cost-effective way of boosting positive tourism awareness and encouraging travel to the country, without major spending on advertising.

While revenue earned from film crews is substantial as stated in the ministry’s data, the bigger picture is the positive awareness of Thailand once the films are distributed.

In January and February this year, 108 documentaries, advertising slots, TV series, and music videos were filmed on location in Thailand, generating B581 million revenue, compared with 154 productions and B350.68 million during the same period last year.

Europe f ilmmakers topped the list of the first two months with 26 productions followed by 22 from Japan, 11 from India, nine from South Korea, seven from the United States, five from Hong Kong and 28 from other countries.

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Red-clad air hostesses help Thai AirAsia X CEO Nadda Buranasiri announces the airline’s first service, to Seoul, starting on June 17.

THE PRESIDENT OF THE South Korean Community on the island, Kim Dae Won, has admitted that Korean businesses have been hit hard in the past year by a variety of factors.

There are more than 2,000 Koreans working in Phuket, he said, mostly in the tourism industry, including restaurants, souvenir shops, massage shops, dive companies and tour companies.

He said arrivals from Korea fell sharply last year – by about 30 per cent – because of worries over the political crisis in Bangkok.

In past years an average of 200,000 Korean tourists a year travelled to Phuket. Many

came in family groups, others on their honeymoons. But with the political crisis, the number coming to Thailand fell by around 40 per cent, and the number coming to Phuket by nearly a third.

Apart from the political turmoil, another factor has been the dropping of visa requirements for Koreans visiting another tropical destination, Hawaii. Bali, too, has been competing hard for Korean business with many promotions.

Korean business people are now trying to think of ways to get the tourists back to Phuket, Mr Kim said.

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THAI AIRWAYS INTERnational (THAI) and sister budget airline Thai Smile have been hit by growing competition from no-frills, low-cost carriers (LLCs).

The group saw its market share drop to 29.3 per cent last year, down from 33.7 in 2012 and 35.6 in 2011.

Thai AirAsia and Nok Air saw their respective market shares last year grow to 27.8 and 27.2 per cent, putting them only slightly behind THAI. Nok Air’s increase in market share has been dramatic over the past three years, rising by an annual rate of 17.6 per cent from 19.7 per cent in 2011, as the airline continues to focus on expanding its domestic operation.

Bangkok Airways, though not a LLC, has kept its domestic market share at about 14 per cent, ending 2013 with a 14.2 per cent share compared with 14.8 per cent in 2012 and 14.6 per cent in 2011, according to figures from the Civil Aviation Department and Nok Air. Altogether, the six domestic players carried 22.3 million passengers last year, underscoring the rapid growth in the Thai air travel market from 17.8 million passengers in 2012 and 15.4 million in 2011.

The market is expected to continue growing rapidly over the next few years despite the slowdown in the first half of this year.

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Thai AirAsia X set to launch LLC competition in seven weeks hurts Thai Inter T

hai AirAsia X (TAAX), the long-haul sister of low-cost carrier Thai AirAsia, will take to the air on June 17 with a direct flight from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport to Seoul Incheon International Airport.

To celebrate the launch and ensure that flights are packed, TAAX is offering tickets on the service for B1,990 each way, inclusive taxes and fees.

Tickets must be booked on www.airasia.com before May 3 for travel between June 17 and April 2015.

After starting with Seoul, the airline will be adding Bangkok-Tokyo Narita, BangkokOsaka and Bangkok-Kansai.

More details will be announced in the near future.

Nadda Buranasiri, the new CEO of Thai AirAsia X said, “We are thrilled to be Thailand’s first low-cost, long-haul carrier.”

While Thai AirAsia uses 186-seat Airbus A320 planes for its routes inside Thailand, TAAX will be operating Airbus A330-300 wide-body aircraft with 377 seats to destinations that are more than four hours flight time from Don Mueang.

“On June 17, we will be launching our first commercial flight from Bangkok to Seoul Incheon (ICN),” Mr Nadda said, “and we are very confident that there is enormous demand for this route.

“Last year, visitors from South Korea ranked in the top five nationalities of visitors to

Thailand, at 1.3 million people.

This year, we look forward to a positive growth for South Korean visitors and we are very proud to contribute to the increased number of available seats for visitor arrivals to Thailand.”

In addition, he said, the fact that South Korea allows Thais to get visas on arrival makes it “an accessible and affordable destination for many Thai people. Last year, approximately 400,000 Thai people traveled to Seoul.

“There is a great fascination with Korean pop culture, food, soap opera and shopping amenities and we expect the demand for travel to Seoul to remain at a substantial rate”, said Mr Nadda.

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Whether you are an experienced yachtsman or a complete

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A broker will not only help you choose a vessel that matches your boating needs and lifestyle aspirations, but can also help you navigate the legal ownership and registration process, which can seem daunting, even to second- or third-time buyers.

When choosing a broker, there are certain initial inquiries you can make to ensure you are dealing with an experienced company or individual.

This includes asking which yacht brands a broker recommends. These should be well established names that produce vessels that fit your usage requirements and offer solid

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You should also ask which international boat safety schemes the various manufacturers and dealers adhere to, because local regulations that apply in one place may not be the same as in the place where you want to use your boat.

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More help needed for cheated tourists: Deputy PM CAR ETAK ER DEPUTY PM Yukhon Limlamthong has ordered the Ministry of Tourism and Sports to improve its help channel for tourists who are cheated by travel agencies.

He said the ministry should lodge legal suits on the tourists’ behalf in order to speed up the process and save the victims from having to pay the legal costs.

“The ministry’s Tourism Department licences tour operators, so when consumers suffer from unfair services offered by operators, the ministry has to take the lead in resolving the issue and providing a helping hand,” Mr Yukhon said.

H i s c o m m e nt s we r e prompted by a recent case of 200 domestic tourists cheated after they bought packages for Phu Pranang Resort and Spa in Krabi through Phu Pranang Travel last year.

When tourists showed up at the hotel in Karbi, however, it allegedly refused to honour the deals.

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TAT to target high-end tourists from Asean T

he Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is targeting high-end tourists from four Asean countries with the aim of getting them to spend at least B1.3 billion baht in Thailand next year.

The agency plans to spend B124 million on marketing campaigns to attract them – an outlay of almost 10 per cent of the targeted income.

Last year Asean visitors to Thailand reached 7.28 million, up 15 per cent from the year before. They accounted for 27.4 per cent of total foreign tourists.

The number of tourists from Indonesia rose 32 per cent to 594,251 while Malaysia surged 19 per cent to 3 million.

Singapore was up 14.95 per cent to 955,468 and Vietnam rose 17 per cent to 725,057.

Jamnong Junnapiya, the TAT’s executive director for Asean, South Asia and South Pacific, said high-end tourists in Asean are important for Thai tourism because they like

Shopping is key to attracting high-end Asean tourists, the TAT believes. Photo: Gian Cayetano shopping, and the diversity and quality of Thai products can be attractive to them.

High-end travellers, the TAT says, spend an average of B5,873 a night on accommodation, compared to just B1,667 a night for regular tourists.

They also spend an average of B23,398 on shopping, more than twice the B11,323 spent

Vehicles still selling well WHILE BANKS HAVE BEEN warning that Thais, worried about the continuing political chaos, are not buying big-ticket items such as land, homes and vehicles, Phuket appears to be bucking the trend.

According to the figures from the Phuket Land Transport Department for February – the most recent figures available – vehicle registrations are up in all the four main categories.

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seats, which includes “people movers” and minibuses, which have been in the doldrums for the past two months, the number shot up from six vehicles in January to 37 in February.

The number of new saloon cars jumped in January and then rose rather more sedately in February, while the number of trucks recorded steady gains for January and February.

Although the numbers of saloon cars and trucks coming

onto the roads have yet to reach the heights of July last year, the number of new motorbikes registered has already climbed beyond that July figure.

The first-car scheme introduced as a vote-getter by the Pheu-Thai-led government is now over (and now floundering because of lack of budget to repay those who joined the scheme in its later stages) it seems that Phuketians’ love affair with their wheels is far from over.

by regular tourists.

High-end tourists spend an average of B14,483 on food and beverages, and B12,458 on entertainment, compared with B5,739 and B5,593 respectively for regular tourists.

TAT plans to spend B16.6 million on marketing campaigns in Indonesia, hoping to generate B155 million in

spending by their high-end tourists.

One tactic to woo Indonesian families is a three-day/ two-night “learn-and-play” package costing B100,000 per person. The TAT also has eco-tourism packages priced from B120,000.

For Malaysia, TAT plans to spend B30 million on market-

ing in hopes of attracting B415 million in income. Gimmicks include “Live a Sultan’s Life in Thailand”, with tourists treated to top-class Thai-style services in six-star facilities for two days in Bangkok or for three or four days in Hua Hin. Health and beauty enthusiasts can enjoy a luxury therapy package on Koh Samui. The packages will be priced from B50,000 to B100,000 per person.

For Singapore, the TAT spend will be B44 million with the aim of bringing in B457 million in income. Highlight tours will including “Journey of Thai Food”, tracing the origins of Thai food and desserts, spiced with Thai culture and cooking classes; and “Seasonal Relaxing in a Romantic Valley” featuring stays in beautiful hotels with natural surroundings such as in Chiang Mai. Another B33.4 million will be spent on promoting special packages to the well-to-do in Vietnam.

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THE BIG LIST Alternative energy Forget solar, hydro and wind – we’ve discovered the real future of energy, but not all of them are that ‘clean’

Ain’t that sweet: If humans love sugar, the environment could too.

Researchers at the Fusion Energy Division at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the United States have been working on ways to create fuel cells using hydrogen converted from sugar. The process produces three times more hydrogen than conventional methods, and would be odourless, pollutant-free, and cheap. Still, it may be another ten years before it’s ready for mass consumption so don’t go pouring bags of sugar into your gas tank quite yet.

Oh crap!: Faeces contains methane, which could be used like natural gas. This is why two studies have taken place (in Massachusetts and San Francisco) where dog walkers are given biodegradable bags to collect canine waste which is then run through a process that gives off methane as a byproduct. Studies show that the energy could be used to power light bulbs. Meanwhile in Edinburgh, scientists are looking into using urine-powered fuel cells to produce power on the go for military personnel and astronauts.

Dead right: Several European countries have been looking into ways of capturing body heat from humans to use as a makeshift furnace. In Stockholm and Paris, scientists have already figured out how to capture body heat from train commuters and use it to warm water through pipes that are then pumped through train station ventilation systems. In the United Kindom, meanwhile, a crematorium has figured out how to use the gases released from the cremation process (first removing the mercury) to heat their building.

Jelly-powered: You know how jellyfish glow in the dark? It’s a green fluorescent protein called GFP. In Sweden, a team of researchers at the Chalmers University of Technology were able to drop GFP onto aluminum electrodes and exposed it to ultraviolet light.

The protein released electrons that travelled a circuit and produced electricity, which scientists used to make fuel cells. In fact, the fuel cells are so small they can be used to power nano devices like the ones that are implanted in humans to treat different diseases.

Good vibrations: Who knew that partying could help the environment? A nightclub in Rotterdam, that’s who.

They’ve used “piezoelectric” materials to capture the energy from vibrations and create an electric charge to produce a dazzling light show on the dance floor. The military applications of these materials are also being investigated. Ideas proposed include boots that charge radios and portable devices with each step.

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Going nuts? Turkey might use pistachios to heat new eco-city

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istachios are already a key ingredient in Turkish baklava, but the country may now have found a new way to exploit the nuts known as “green gold” – by using their shells to heat a new eco-city.

Officials are currently examining plans to build the country’s first ecological city with buildings both private and public heated by burning pistachio shells.

And there can be few better locations for such a project than Gaziantep – the southeastern region close to the Syrian border which produces thousands of tonnes of the nut every year.

“Gaziantep’s potential in pistachio production is known,

as well as its considerable amount of pistachio shells waste,” said Seda Muftuoglu Gulec, a green building expert for the municipality.

“We are planning to obtain biogas, a kind of renewable energy, from burning pistachio shells,” Gulec continued.

“We thought the ecological city could be heated by burning pistachio shells because when you plan such environment-friendly systems, you take a look at natural resources you have,” she said.

The pistachio-heated new city would encompass 3,200

hectares, and house 200,000 people. It would be located 11 kilometres from the province’s capital city, also named Gaziantep.

If the project bears fruit, pistachio shells formerly regarded as waste could become a new form of energy.

Turkey is one of the world’s biggest producers of pistachios, along with Iran, the United States and Syria, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation.

Last year, it exported 6,800 tonnes of the nut, generating approximately US$80 million (B2.6 billion) in income. Gaziantep alone exported 4,000 tonnes last year, Mehmet Kahraman, from the union said. AFP

Best pizza: down under?

GEE WHIZ Given the recent reports of ‘black water’ at Bangtao, Karon and Kamala

Beaches, perhaps this name change for Surin Beach was inevitable? Photo: Sam Wilko

World’s largest rabbit hops on EASTER HAS COME AND gone, but tell that to this bunny.

Meet Darius, the world’s largest rabbit who munches on two large bowls of rabbit mix a day – along with 12 carrots, cabbages and apples.

“If Darius had his way, he would never stop eating. He is very greedy. I have to really watch him,” says Annette Edwards, the bunny’s 62-yearold owner from Worcester, England.

Guinness World Record officials say the animal weighs in at 22.2 kg and measures at 1.3 m – about the same size as the owner’s six-year-old

neighbour Mia. Ms Edwards admitted that she spends £2,500 (B135,000) a year feeding the five-year-old animal, a diet that includes 4,000 carrots in that span.

“There is no secret to growing the world’s biggest rabbit. I just look after Darius as if he was a dog. I treat him really well and indulge him in the odd carrot or 12,” she said.

WHILE ITALY IS KNOWN as the motherland of pizza, Australia is now the new home for the world’s best pie.

Australian chef Johnny Di Francesco’s margherita was named the globe’s finest in the Campionato Mondiale Della Pizza (Pizza World Championships) in Naples last week, as he beat out more than 600 competitors from 35 countries.

Di Francesco, who owns a small restaurant in Melbourne, took home the title of Specialita Tradizionale Garantita, and this to say about his win: “A lot of people think it is easy to produce a margherita but it is one of the hardest to produce. With a lot of pizzas it’s easy to mask the flavour with toppings so you don’t really get the flavour out of the dough. With a margherita there is no hiding anything that isn’t right.”

US Capitol superheroes fail to break world record THEY MAY HAVE SUPER-HUMAN powers and the nerve to don spandex, but a dozen Supermen and a number of Captain Americas failed to break a world record Friday outside the US Capitol.

Exactly 237 people gathered under dull skies attempting to conjure up something miraculous and smash the record

for the largest gathering of individuals dressed as comic-book characters.

But they didn’t even get close to the record-breaking 1,530 that hit Changzhou, China in April 2011 during an animation convention. “I’m a fat guy, I shouldn’t even be dressed this way,” said “Batman” – also known as Richard Willett,

a 58-year-old retail representative.

“I’m probably the fattest guy you’re ever going to see in a pair of tights, at least today,” he added, showing off tights and a visibly worn cape.

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An Australian couple’s journey to adopt a Thai orphan Claire Connell editor1@classactmedia.co.th

Clockwise from top: The de Bruin family: Andrew, Ikki, 5, Donna, and Finn, 12; and photos of Ikki at the orphanage.

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hen Phuket couple Donna Stephens and husband Andrew de Bruin first brought their newly adopted Thai son Ikki home for Christmas in 2010, life was never going to be the same again.

The Australian couple had waited more than three years to adopt a Thai orphan as a sibling for their son Finn, then 10, after finally being matched for an intercountry adoption through Thailand’s Department of

Welfare.

After a failed IVF attempt in Bangkok to have another child, the couple decided to adopt from a Thai orphanage.

“We had room, and I thought, ‘Why am I going through all this stress [of IVF]? We didn’t do it lightly. We had the application for a year before we put it in; it was a big thing to do it,” Donna explains.

They submitted the first paperwork to the department in July 2007. It took around nine months to collate all the documents required and they had to be translated into Thai as well. Once they were approved to adopt, the next step was the biggest waiting game – waiting to be matched with a child.

“That’s about 70 per cent of the time. The board only meet once a month in Bangkok. You try and ring the adoption agency but there’s very few people in the office, the case workers are often not there, and they are doing a lot of other jobs too. It’s quite emotional. I was ringing up every few weeks, and for a

year we were told we were near the top.

“We almost pulled out in July 2010.

We had been waiting so long, and Finn was getting older, and so were we. Our lives were changing, and we didn’t believe that it would ever happen. We couldn’t keep on going like this.”

Then, after they got back from a holiday in Europe, they received a phone call from their caseworker they will never forget.

“We got a call saying we had been matched. We couldn’t believe it,” Donna says.

It was during this call that they were told about a young boy named Songkran, who lived in Nakhon Si Thammarat in an orphanage, and who had been abandoned as a two day old baby.

“She gave us his name and said he was very lovely and very sweet. I went up to Bangkok to get the photo [of him], because for some reason it was difficult to send.”

Donna also wanted to ask about why they were given a boy, when they had selected the “girl” option three or

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so years earlier. It wasn’t a big deal, but Donna wondered how they ended up with a boy. To officially apply again for a girl would have meant starting the whole process again.

“When I saw his photo, I thought, ‘Oh, what am I going to do? Swap him?’

When I saw his little face, I was in tears, and I thought, ‘I can’t do that.

I’ll just have to adopt another one,’” Donna says with a laugh.

After experiencing such joy at knowing Ikki would soon be part of their family, they were hit with another hiccup. They were told the adoption could not go ahead because the paperwork wasn’t complete.

“There was an issue with his identity. The paperwork showed he didn’t have a Thai ID card as yet. She [the case worker] rang us at 10pm and told us we can’t have him. Of course, that just made us want him even more.

That was a night of crying and tears – there were a lot of emotions.”

Fortunately, that situation was resolved, and the family visited the orphanage in September and November in 2010, before finally getting to take Ikki home for his first Phuket Christmas.

“On our first visit, we walked in and the orphanage was quite minimalistic. We saw him holding hands with the carer, and they were taking him to hospital because he had an asthma attack. So we watched him go.

He looked so tiny there, in his raggy clothes.”

Donna says Ikki was initially “very quiet, nervous, and kept back a lot”.

“I thought, ‘Does he even like us?’

We waited for him to come to us; they don’t get many foreign visitors.”

When they took Ikki outside, he was fascinated with everything, including the car, having hardly been outside the orphanage.

Donna recalls when the family went back to visit him before Christmas, Ikki was getting his haircut.

He was in the chair, “screaming and crying”, as the scissors went through his hair. Donna ran over and yelled “stop!”.

“I grabbed him and he cuddled me,” she said, explaining that that was when she first felt really connected with her son.

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matched and it was all approved, so we were allowed to take him home.”

Packing the car to head back to Phuket, Ikki was given to the family with his bottle and some formula, and that was about it.

“It felt a bit weird. He sat in the car and he was very quiet. He was really well behaved, then the next day he was more lively. It didn’t take him long at all really. He was happy, and bonded quickly.”

The de Bruins met with the board in January with Ikki, then had three more home visits in Phuket.

It was a bit of an adjustment for Finn, who at age 10 had to get used to having an 18-month-old Thai brother around. But things were made more normal by the fact Finn speaks fluent Thai, and has plenty of Thai friends.

“Ikki idolises Finn as his big brother, and Finn does look out for him – but they annoy each other too,” Donna says with a smile.

Initially, the couple were expecting some reactions, or at least curiosity, due to the obvious situation of having a Thai son who didn’t look like them.

But Donna says the whole integration process was rather straightforward, probably made easier by the fact that they lived in Thailand.

Two sets of the de Bruins’ friends have adopted Thai children, and there are other children in Ikki’s year group who are adopted.

There are of course many luk kreung (half Thai, half foreigner) kids around, and Ikki speaks both English and Thai – nothing out of the ordinary for Phuket.

Perhaps more surprising was that when they first visited Australia, “nobody seemed to bat an eyelid”, Donna says.

“They mightn’t have the same physical traits, but they have other ones.

While he might not have blonde hair or blue eyes, there are other things that make him part of the family.”

There have been many funny moments. One time when Ikki was at the doctor being treated for asthma, Donna found herself explaining to the doctor about her own childhood asthma, which drew a strange look.

Another time, Ikki was momentarily lost in a shopping mall, and the guard had a smile on his face when he returned an upset Ikki to his very relieved non-Thai mother.

She says there was a bit of guilt associated with the experience, because while they were at the orphanage they also bonded with the other children there.

However, they later found out that many of the other children had also gone to new homes, including Ikki’s best friend in the orphanage, who was adopted to a foreign family overseas.

Both children will soon meet up again in Phuket.

Since adopting Ikki, Donna has met many other people in similar situations, and joined online support groups. It’s been great to share stories,

she says (on a side note, not long after the family were finally given Ikki in December 2010, there was a temporary moratorium on adopting because the backlog was so high).

As for whether they would adopt again, Donna was initially keen to.

While the waiting was tough, it was still a positive experience, and the family ended up with a delightful new addition to the family.

However Donna and Andrew have decided that based on a range of factors, including their ages, they probably won’t be adopting again.

“It’s not just our ages, the whole process is quite a big undertaking.”

The de Bruins initially planned to rename Ikki. His first Thai name was Songkran, which the orphanage named him (he was born on April 10) and his nickname was Ikkyusan, named after a Japanese Zen Buddhist monk. The de Bruins called him “Ikki” from day one, and by the time they thought about changing his name it was too late – Ikki had stuck.

There aren’t any secrets in the de Bruin household. Ikki knows where he came from, and the family have visited the orphanage since, so Ikki can see where he spent the early days of his life.

While the family haven’t formally sat down with Ikki and explained everything, Donna says, “He seems to know. He talks about it, and it comes up in conversation.

“At the start, it was more about what we were giving to him, but now it’s about what he gives to us. He’s just like any other little kid. He’s loving, caring, and we are lucky to have him.”

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Paddling through murky waters

Kayak trip exposes island’s darker side while promoting clean coasts, conscious community

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ast Saturday (April 19), four passionate conservationists and educators completed a week-long kayak circumnavigation of Phuket. Calling themselves “The Green Paddlers”, James Forsythe, Dan Magie, Kenny Peavy and Kerry Dyke completed their goal of paddling around Thailand’s largest island, while gathering data for various agencies, both governmental and non-governmental.

Here’s a general synopsis of what the group saw, heard, felt and even smelled, as told by paddlers: “The west coast of Phuket was in fairly good shape... There were sporadic flotsam and jetsam in the water from Mai Khao all the way to Nai Harn. Beaches were also in relatively good shape – no doubt a result of the various green clubs and hotels who do regular clean-ups.

However, on the beaches were we ven-

tured just off the sand and into villages, the garbage was much more pronounced.

The biggest scar on the western coast of Phuket were the klongs that were spilling black water into the sea.

“We witnessed some reefs that seemed to be recovering at Sirinat National Park.. We spotted a variety of tropical reef fish at both Sirinat National Park and at Nai Harn. In other spots along the coast there were fish, but maybe not as many as we expected to see. We did spot a turtle on the headland between Kata Noi and Nai Harn, and also off of Mai Khao, just north of Anatara and JW Marriott. We also saw three octopus on three separate occasions, two off which were on the west coast. Another positive development on the west coast was the sustainable fishing practices the fishermen were using.

“As we rounded Phromthep Cape, floating garbage increased dramatically.

The paddle from Rawai to Cape Panwa was especially heavy going, with floating objects of all sorts. Not just straws, bags and plastic or glass bottles but also chairs, doors, pillows and lights. There was a direct correlation to villages or boat traffic where the garbage was thickest.

“The bad news was the area starting at Rassada and running through the channel that separates Koh Siray from Phuket. This channel was as disgusting as any water the four of us have ever witnessed... The black water, the smell of that black water, and the amount of trash floating in that black water was frightening. It will take a massive undertaking to clean and educate those who are contributing to the pollution...

“Up the east coast, the water bounced back quite quickly, no doubt aided by the mangrove forests. We saw a great deal of bird life here, which is always a good sign of an ecosystem’s health.To be able to see Phuket from the vantage points of our kayaks has shown us the Phuket has ridiculously beautiful vistas: mountainous and green, sandy and white. The ocean water remains clear and beautiful in most places but we fear, as do many of the wonderful people we spoke too, that there are certain klongs that threaten that sentence.

“The best part is the amount of people working tirelessly to fix the problems before it’s too late. The green clubs with their volunteers were especially uplifting, as was the work that the Phuket Marine Biological Center, the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation and SEEK Phuket are doing to sustain marine animals and ecosystems. Although Ko Siray does not yet have a green club, we hope that our stop there and subsequent beach club inspires the start of a green club. It is clear that where these clubs are in place, the local environments are in better conditions.

“Without conservation, there is no tourism. If Phuket’s environment issues

do not get fixed, then tourism will eventually disappear...

“Along our route, especially near Phuket Town, we found plastic bottles, endless supplies of plastic bags, diapers, glass, light bulbs, doors, pillows, shoes, bicycle parts, plastic spoons, straws, food containers and the list goes on and on.

“It made us question the values of our society and wonder what kind of people would do this... We can do better.

“There is no away. Away is right here.

It’s where we are. It is our home. So when we throw something in the trash it does not go away. It stays with us much like the memories and experiences we make in this life. It also defines who we are.

“We have a choice both individually and collectively as a society. We can bask in awe of this planet we inhabit and become stewards of the natural world we depend on or we can swim in the stream of trash that is floating down our rivers, through our mangroves and washing up on our shores.

“More than anything else, our choice determines who we are. What we do defines who we are

A welcome return to shore

On the final day of their journey, the Green Padders came ashore at Mai Khao, welcomed by reps from JW Marriott Phuket, the Turtle Foundation and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), who received the paddlers’ data. Next year, SEEK Phuket are planning to collaborate with the Green Paddlers, JW Marriott and local school children to construct kayaks out of plastic bottles and organise a short paddling trip around Phuket and Phang Nga with the aim of raising awareness for the marine environment. An even grander Green Paddlers trip is also being planned for 2016, with subsequent trips envisioned taking place every two years.

Visit greenpaddlers.com and myseek. org for more information.

Kenny, Dan, Kerry and James making a difference on Koh Siray. thephuketnews

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HEALTH 5

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

Detox for a healthy life HEALTH MATTERS Sarah Nockles sarah@santosaphuket.com

Of course we are depressed that years of bad health decisions cannot be solved overnight!

They can however be solved though, and the natural high of prolonged good health, and the resulting vitality is incomparable

Though there is no ‘quick fix’ for years of unhealthy eating habits, the right detoxification programme can work wonders on one’s health.

“A

healthy body is a guest chamber for the soul: a sick body is a prison.” Francis Bacon.

In order to think clearly, be happy and be alert, one must have a healthy body.

We are aware of the behavioural impact of food on our children, yet seem to forget the same principles once we enter into adulthood.

Lacking time, we opt for fad diets in order to lose weight, but forget the importance of physical fitness in order to create not only a healthy body, but an active mind.

But we need to change our mindsets to make health an ongoing lifestyle, not just a passing phase. So it is imperative that we understand a healthy body is crucial to our happiness.

It is even scientific. When we exercise, we release endorphins. When we eat well, we fuel our bodies to function as they should – releasing the correct amount of insulin and coping with hormonal change less disruptively.

Everyone knows the statistics – we are becoming fatter every day. Perhaps because we are too busy being ‘virtually’ social, or maybe just ‘time poor’, but there is certainly less emphasis on being active and following a healthy diet.

Fast food and a sedentary lifestyle combined with the hope for a ‘quick fix’ solution to our weight issues all seem to tie into the fact that we are well and truly stuck in the age of instant gratification. It is no shock then that further statistics show the strong link between depression and obesity.

Of course we are depressed that years of bad health decisions cannot be solved overnight! They can however be solved though, and the natural high of prolonged good health, and the resulting vitality is incomparable.

How do we create this change? Do we need a full reset? For most, the somewhat radical means of totally detoxing their systems is the perfect pathway into a healthy lifestyle.

When many of us finish detoxification programs, the overwhelming statement that is heard time and time again is that “this is the best I have ever felt in my life.”

There are different avenues into detox.

One is through internal purification programs involving colonic cleansing and sup-

portive herbs and supplements, which is hugely advantageous in clearing the body of toxins and built up waste. It is both an emotionally cathartic experience, as well as a physically beneficial one. When the colon is not functioning properly, it has an effect on the kidneys, liver and heart, which in turn shows up in your weight, eyes and skin.

Colon cleansing allows the digestive system to function more effectively. By flushing out years of accumulated waste, after each session one feels lighter and more energetic, and these good feelings inspire us to think much more deeply about diet, and how we can fuel the body and mind to operate at its full potential. It inspires us to take own-

ership of our health, and make educated decisions about everything that we eat and drink.

After effectively purifying the body, we are provided with a clean slate in order to “re-fuel”. We can plan from this stage forward, how to ensure that our bodies will no longer suffer at our own hands, forming a set of principles to live by, so that we know we are constantly nurturing ourselves, which in effect, increases self-awareness and encourages us to the ultimate state of ‘living’ rather than “existing”.

This article is the first of a regular fortnightly column by Sarah Louise Nockles from the Santosa Wellness Center.

Santosa Wellness Center With views of the Andaman Sea, the Santosa Wellness Center is surrounded by lush, green tropical jungle; a ground-breaking project representing the culmination of years of research into the world’s best detox and wellness programmes, with a contemporary and functional edge sometimes lacking.

Featuring state-of-the-art facilities, the centre boasts a five-star 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. For more information, call 076-330600 or visit santosaphuket.com

Master to reveal healing secrets

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huket’s Santosa Wellness Center hosts Master Phillip Meng, a revolutionary sports injury expert, who will lead a special seminar at the Kata hilltop location on May 4.

Combining the ancient wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine with modern Western science, Master Meng began his career as a highly regarded ballet dancer, who graced the stages of the San Francisco, Washington, New Jersey and Manhattan ballet companies.

Touted as the ‘Eastern Prince’ of ballet, even in his former vocation he was commended on his ability to merge @thephuketnews

Eastern and Western techniques.

Suffering an injury which Western medicine believed could only be solved on an operating table, Master Meng returned to China, and in his quest to heal his body in order to return to the stage, he unwittingly embarked on a new journey which would heal so many through his power of touch.

Studying under Master Liu, a former imperial physician in the Qing dynasty, Master Meng created the formula combining centuries-old Chinese secrets and a unique form of ‘Tui Na’, which serves as a basis for his therapeutic massage to cure headaches,

arthritis, sciatica, slipped disk, sports injuries, pinched nerves, back and neck pain, as well as stress relief.

Master Meng has treated celebrities such as Donna Karan, Liza Minnelli, Kate Winslet and Mickey Mantle just to name a few. He will be speaking in a seminar at Santosa Wellness Center on Sunday, May 4 at Santosa Wellness Center.

Because of his intent to heal and reach as many people as possible, this will be a free event.

For further details and to book your place, please contact Sarah Louise Nockles, sarah@santosaphuket.com.

6 EDUCATION

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IN BRIEF Officials keep close eye on assistant teacher exams

The Education Ministry is confident that its special watch on examinees applying for vacant assistant teacher positions last week was effective.

Many examinees were subjected to full body searches, CCTV surveillance and enforcement of strict uniform dress code. NNT

Students’ ‘unusually high scores’ are being scrutinised

The Office of the Vocational Education Commission (OVEC) is probing an investigation into the unusual high grades of 684 vocational students from 19 of the country’s 38 vocational colleges. Peculiarly, an overwhelming number of graduates from programs in the North and Northeast graduated with honours or received a GPA between the ranges of 3.5 and 4.0, while the entire class of students at some colleges received a full 4.0.

Further investigation will be conducted. NNT

How to find a TEFL job ASK THE AJARN Eric Haeg eric@teflcampus.com

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he academic year starts in May and administrators will be scrambling to fill lastminute vacancies. Here are six job search strategies tailored to finding TEFL jobs in Phuket.

Be proactive

The best teaching jobs aren’t advertised – they’re found through personal connections or sheer diligence. Network by volunteering, joining social clubs and using social media – Facebook alone has three groups where teaching jobs in Phuket are listed. It’s best to compile a list of TEFL schools in Phuket and pro-actively contact them. Don’t wait for replies either. Calling the employer or providing a CV in person can do wonders for getting an interview.

A TEFL trainer since 2007, Eric Haeg welcomes all questions and comments: eric@teflcampus.com

Find an editor

A TEFL job is based upon the English language, being able to use it and being able to teach it. Incorrect grammar and typos can stop a TEFL job search dead in its tracks. Proofread everything multiple

times and avoid having to self edit – a fresh set of eyes is more likely to spot mistakes.

Build professional knowledge

Unfortunately, this isn’t always necessary for teaching English in Thailand but it’s critical for landing the best TEFL jobs in Phuket. Applicants need to have good knowledge of TEFL jargon, teaching methods and classroom management. A successful applicant will have ideas for avoiding L1 in the classroom; they can spot a gerund when they see one, and they should be able to offer intelligent answers to hypothetical situations posed during an interview.

Look the part

Talk to TEFL employers in Phuket and they’ll tell you about the applicants who looked like they were on the way to the beach before stopping by a school to ask for directions. Teaching in Thailand means looking the part and those who don’t are often turned away. A quick internet search will yield plenty of sites offering advice about dressing for interviews in Thailand.

Know the culture

Speaking fluent Thai, mastering the wai and being able to eat spicy food are not necessary – though the first two will help. Foreigners aren’t expected to know everything about Thai culture and most Thais are very understanding of foreigners’ faux pas. Just don’t forget these three rules: look the part, expect the unexpected, and no matter the situation, never appear impatient or boastful.

Hit the road

It’s important to look and play the part when applying for teaching work in Thailand. Photos: Top

by Fuelrefuel; right by pearlgate; below by Anthony Hartman.

Almost everyone will submit a CV over email and if the job was advertised online, you can assume the school received close to 100 emails in the first 48 hours. Even if you don’t know if a school is hiring, drop in and submit your documents faceto-face. No appointments are needed and you’d be surprised how willing Thai teachers are to drop everything in order to speak with you for a few minutes.

Finally, if the start of the school year passes without a job offer, don’t fret.

Early June usually brings another push once those who can’t hack the job run for the hills, or admin finally realise they need more foreign teachers.

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ART 7

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

Living a childhood dream

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or many, the magic of Phuket is being able to live out a dream here – live on a tropical island, build a house in the jungle, become a dive master, or teach yoga as a career.

French artist Vincent Henon is here doing exactly this, having only recently “unquashed” a lifelong passion and dream, as he puts it.

Born in November 1979 in France, Vincent Henon describes himself as a “single” child raised by a dysfunctional couple. “I had a very unhappy and lonely childhood, where drawing became a world of means and where friends could be on the paper as well...

When I was 11, I told my mum I wanted to be a SpiderMan comics’ artist.”

But his parents would have none of it; in their eyes, a career as a doctor was much more fitting – so Vincent completely stopped drawing, and tried to comply with his parents’ wishes. “But my heart never was in it, and at the age of 20, after leaving school and my parents, I lived off of small jobs for about a

year... not so lonely but still unhappy.”

But then Vincent had an epiphany inspired by the movie American Beauty, leading him to discard his lacklustre life, leave the beaten track and begin a journey towards his childhood dream of creating art.

“I felt that if I was able to see more beauty in this world and to frame it, it would make me, the world and all the unicorns ever drawn without rainbows, happier,” he says.

He returned to study art in France and then Belgium, where he discovered the energy of Ashley Wood, the watercolour works of David Mack and Kent Williams, as well as the genius of the Japanese print.

Despite achieving great academic results and exhibiting in Cologne, Germany, he still felt there was something missing – happiness. Eventually he found that through studying Zen and daily meditation.

Vincent’s first solo exhibition, “Child-Like”, is being presented by Oasis ed. Phuket at The Grumpy Panda Art Space located in The Book Café, Rawai. A series of engaging watercolour and ink images, “Child-Like”

links the pure colours and energy of children’s drawings, with the graphic concepts and realism of an adult.

In his work, Vincent creates what he calls “movement in art”. He hopes for his artworks to in turn move viewers – through feeling, poetry and beauty. A strong feature in each is Vincent’s muse and fiancée, As part of the exhibition opening celebrations on May 10, Vincent will facilitate a Free Kids Art Workshop at 4pm, followed by the official exhibition opening at 7pm.

As one whose love of art was disregarded by his parents, he is passionate about encouraging children to discover, explore and play with art. His artworks reflect this passion, as they welcome anyone and everyone to engage and enjoy them, with no barriers of age, culture or knowledge.

The exhibition will run until June 12. For more information about the exhibition, opening reception and Kids Art Workshop, contact Kez at Oasis ed. Phuket via info@oasisedphuket.com or 084 946 2171.

Class Act Media is a proud sponsor of this event.

Drive-in memories Kerrily Jennings info@oasisedphuket.com

A LOVE IS... Local artist Luxsana ‘Nok’ Charernsri launched her

newest exhibition “Love is the Reason” at Villa Royale’s VR Gallery on April 19. The exhibition features nearly 30 of the artist’s recent works – 18 large paintings, 10 small ones and a sculpture – which explore what she thinks of herself and her moods – dark and somber or bright and shiny. The exhibition runs until June 30. @thephuketnews

fond childhood memory for many in their 40s (or at least for me) is the drive-in cinema.

I was fortunate enough to be best friends with a girl who lived over the road from our local drivein, and I remember once watching Crocodile Dundee as we bounced on the trampoline in her backyard.

Sadly this is not likely to be a family tradition which will continue, as drive-in cinemas have disappeared in many countries. But get ready to fight back, as we get the ball rolling with our free – yes, free – Open Air Movie Night, presented

by Oasis ed. Phuket at the Book Café in Rawai. Although we can’t fit a station wagon in the viewing area, you’re welcome to perch on your motorbike.

As a family-friendly event, on the last Saturday of each month

a kids movie will be screened at about 6pm, followed by something for the adults after. The first Open Air Movie Night for 2014 will be tomorrow (Saturday, April 26), so get off the couch and get outside to enjoy a movie with some friends.

For more information on this and other events, contact Kez at Oasis ed. Phuket on 084 946 2171 or info@oasisedphuket.com

Upcoming workshops & courses by Oasis ed. Phuket Kids Craft – Magazine Collage – 26 April, 10am-12pm, The Book Café Kids Percussion – 26 April, 1.30-2:30pm, The Book Café Low-Light No Flash Photography Workshop, 26 April, 4-7pm, The Book Café Freestyle Art Jam – 29 April, 1-4pm, The Book Café Kids Art – Learning with Water Colours, May 3, 10am-12pm, The Book Café

8 DINING

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Savouring the taste of organic Sam Wilko editor@classactmedia.co.th

It retains its simplicity through its choice of organic food, mostly of local origin, and the minimum-cooking times employed

by Erik ensure a high protein, vitamin, and enzyme content

A place to go for a relaxed dinner with good music and good food.

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lavor – Organic Kitchen is a relative newcomer to the Old Town’s fast-developing culinary scene. Opened in January 2014 by talented and experienced Belgian executive chef Erik Vranckx, Flavor may be compact in dimensions, but hugely impressive when it comes to the quality of the food it dishes up. Serving essentially organic food, freshness stands out in Flavor’s dishes.

The restaurant’s décor is simple and unpretentious and its main focus is on the freshest combination of ingredients possible in a variety of culinary creations that you certainly won’t find in standard cookbooks.

The thing that grabs you upon entering this shophouse set-up is its simplicity: A few tables here and there; a small bar; 50-yearold recordings of Thelonious Monk in his prime, thumping and bumping away with his inimical left-hand bass riffs matching Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker’s bleating sax – and this at midday; Flavor only opens in the evenings

these days.

It’s all so… very well done that it’s quite extraordinary.

Quite a few people have asked me about this new joint, many from the hotel culinary industry, people who are intensely interested in new arrangements, menus, and, well… just about any new ideas that they can latch onto, to justify their monthly paycheck.

But a visit to Erik’s place might well flummox them, because his restaurant sticks to the time worn-diktat – that ‘Simple is Best’.

This is not to say that dining at Flavor consists largely of wafting away marauding squadrons of mozzies while sitting on uncomfortable benches and trying to decipher a Flemish-language frites and fricandel menu: quite the opposite – Flavor is a decidedly chic bistro run by a family-based team led by a culinary maestro, and its menu is in English.

It retains its simplicity through its choice of organic food, mostly of local origin, and the minimum-cooking times employed by Erik ensure a high protein, vitamin, and enzyme content that not only ensure healthy dining, but addictively-delicious dishes.

I’d love to go back on an evening to enjoy a relaxed dinner there complete with a couple of bottles... the place has a fairly de-

cent choice of happy juices, plus organic juice mixes and smoothies.

We eventually sample a cold avocado soup with crabmeat (B180) and mozzarella, tomato and quinoa with organic buffalo mozzarella from Napoli (B180). For main courses, we enjoy a fillet of white snapper with red bean and mango salsa and avocado dressing (B310) and the day’s special – grilled chicken with pesto potato, wild rocket salad, tomato and olive oil (B220).

It’s all so very tasty that the restaurant’s moniker fits it perfectly, and the whole concept is a well thought out project that deservedly earns it a place on the ever-growing list of places to see and be seen in Phuket’s Old Town.

Flavor – Organic Kitchen, 66 Yaowarat Road, Old Town. Open 6pm-10.30pm. 084 843 1613. facebook.com/flavorphuket

Chef to unveil Thai cooking secrets

M

om T r i’s K it chen at Villa Royale welcomes back ThaiAmerican cook and connoisseur Su-Mei Yu, who will lead a special one-hour cooking demonstration on Saturday, May 3.

One of the reasons why people love Thai cuisine, Ms Yu explains, is because they’ve become hooked on the deliciously complex and infused layers of flavour and aroma. “Every bite is an invitation to a harmonious eating experience that leaves your taste buds begging for more,” she remarked.

“Traditional Thai foods are seasoned and perfumed with so many exotic herbs and spices – lemongrass,

American-Thai chef Su-Mei Yu. galangal, and kaffir lime, just to name a few,” said Su-Mei. The guest chef, a wellknown restaurateur, food instructor and author of several books,was born in Bangkok and has resided in the US since she was 15.

In 1985,she opened her

Saffron-branded restaurant, Thai Grilled Chicken. With a focus on take-out dining, this small eatery captured the authenticity of popular street vendors in Bangkok.

Due to the overwhelming success of the chicken shop, Yu opened her second Saffron location, Noodles and Saté, right next door, modelling the concept after the numerous small and informal take-out noodle restaurants found throughout Thailand. Both locations attract throngs of people and are widely recognised as some of San Diego’s premier Thai eateries.

Every year, Su-mei returns to Thailand to research and collect recipes of traditional, authentic foods and methods of preparation as well as offer special demonstrations.

For reservations and additional information call 076 333 568 or email: info@ villaroyalephuket.com

Who: Chef Su-Mei Yu What: Thai Cuisine demonstration When: Saturday, May 3, 11am-12pm Where: Mom Tri’s Kitchen

at Villa Royale Tickets: B650 net (limited

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FASHION 9

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This week in fashion, The Phuket News’ fashion pundit, Nutchapon ‘Pariadiso’ Buranakul has lined up two well-known women on the island, both who, with their own fabulous and unique styles, radiate life and colour wherever they go. If you think you have what it takes to be part of our fortnightly Style Focus, email a photo and details to: editor3@classactmedia.co.th

Alice Na Takuatung

STYLE RATING!

Kim Minaar

STYLE RATING!

Alice Na Takuatung sports a modern yet conservative working woman look

Kim Minaar’s look is sweet, with a complement of high-end accessories

Blue T-shirt – Mango White shirt – Secondhand shop Long pants – Top Shop Shoes – Shop in HomeWorks Watch – Swatch Bag – Coach

Dress, necklace, earrings from shops in South Africa Shoes – Jessica Simpson Bracelet – Swarovski Watch – Tag Heuer Bag – Coach

If you want to look fabulous without spending a fortune, check out these four affordable items

Ezra Embossed Piping Bag

XOXO Watch Set B2,690

B890

XOXO is a famous brand from the UK with reasonable prices. This collection from 2013 has seven watch bands that can be changed daily so you have a new colour for each party. Available at both Central Festival and Jungceylon

Maybelline New York Eye Studio Hyperdiamonds B449 Featured in New York Fashion Week 2013, this is available from every department store in Phuket

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It might look like a Celine bag, but this one has a much more agreeable price tag. Available online through zalora.co.th

Mango Aviator Sunglasses B975 These shades have a similar look to a more expensive pair from Ray-Ban, but can be had for a fraction of the price. This is not a no-name brand though, Mango is a hip company from the UK with a store in Central Festival Phuket

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TRAVEL 11

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

When visitors started coming to the island, so too did investors. They started building bungalows (like these ones, right) to rent out and made it much more convenient for people to visit. Photos: Gilad Rom

Cut free from stress in Koh Kood

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oh Kood (also spelled Koh Kut) is the easternmost island before the Cambodian border in the Gulf of Thailand.

Reached quickest via a 3.5 hour flight from Phuket to Trat, and then a 90 minute speedboat ride to the island, Koh Kood is a getaway destination where you can dip in crystal clear waters, sunbathe on long beaches or explore the waterfalls in its lush rainforest.

At 105 sq km, it’s the second-largest island in Trat after Koh Chang. While Koh Chang is crowded with revellers, pubs and bars, Koh Kood is almost the exact opposite. Some hotels might have their own beach bars, but in general the island is quiet.

Historical records show that people have lived in Koh Kood for more than two centuries, with the majority having worked in the fishing industry.

More groups of people began to migrate to the island in 1904 when Koh Kong (formerly Patchan Khiri Khet) became part of Cambodia during the French colonial period.

The population on the island is around a few thousand people. They earn their living by fishing and farming, with rubber trees, fruit orchards and coconut trees.

“We have a supply of fresh water all year round thanks to our waterfalls, rivers and sufficient rain water,” said Koh Kood Tourism Club president Subin Boondaeng.

Although the island is remote, it has been visited by several royal family

A picturesque Koh Kood sunset. Photo: wisaroot s @thephuketnews

One of the several waterfalls. Photo: Gilad Rom members. King Rama V, for example, who visited Koh Chang 12 times, also travelled to Koh Kood and its nearby islands twice, in 1887 and 1907. King Rama VI also visited the island in 1911 and King Rama VII made a royal visit in 1927.

“In the past, it was a bit difficult for visitors to travel directly to the island.

Normally, people stayed in Koh Chang before visiting Koh Kood. This was because a direct boat ride from the mainland to Koh Kood took at least seven hours,” said Mr Subin.

But the more remote an island is, the more appealing is the challenge for visitors in search of solitude. When visitors started coming to the island, so too did investors. They started building bungalows to rent out and made it more convenient for people. In just two decades the island now has more than 30 resorts, most of which are middle to high-end properties.

“When I first visited my land in Ao Phrao around 20 years ago, the island was lined with coconut trees. Day by day more parts of the island began to get converted to accommodation and more roads were built,” recounts Mr Subin.

The number of tourists gradually increased and started to change from Thais to Westerners. True to form, the majority of guests in his resort in Ao Phrao today are Russians.

There is no public transportation on the island and locals tend to commute with their own vehicles, mostly motorcycles. There are two schools, a state-run hospital and a petrol station. There are local convenient stores and markets, but no ATM machine.

If you want to explore the island, you may walk, hire a motorbike or rent a pickup truck (or songthaew) from your resort. Bicycles for rent are harder to find. There is a main two-lane hilly concrete road linking the northern part to the south, but not to the southern tip, which is a restricted area for the navy station.

For those who love outdoor activities, some visitors take a day trip to snorkel around nearby islands such as Koh Rang and its vicinities while others may kayak along the coastal area or on Khlong Chao waterway. An alternative is to trek through the forest to the Khlong Chao and Huang Nam Khieo waterfalls.

Travelling to Koh Kood might make you fatigued, but it is well worth the journey. You may well need at least three days or perhaps more to enjoy its sand, sunshine and sea.

If you’re looking for a relaxing beach holiday with a quiet atmosphere, Koh Kood definitely fits the bill.

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Islanders waiting for the boat. Photo: wisaroot s

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IN BRIEF Vatican to digitise entire archive

It will take about 106 years to scan all 40 million pages of the Vatican Library archives but work has begun to digitise the first round of 3,000 manuscripts.

Founded in 1451, experts hope to have some of the documents online by the end of the year.

The project, carried out

by Japanese IT f irm, NTT Data, calls for special scanners so as not to damage the manuscripts, some of which date back 1,800 years ago.

There are about 82,00 manuscripts in the archives.

The first phase will cost US$25 million (B804 million) and take up to four years to scan.

Student sells his data soul

A Dutch student sold his “data soul” for € 350 (B15,000) to technology news company, The Next Web, at auction.

The student received money for his location records, medical records, personal calendar, email contents, social media information, consumer preferences and internet browsing history as well as online conversations.

The student and company both agreed to use publicity from the sale of the information to highlight the issue of online privacy.

FarmVille sequel goes offline

Zynga, creators of the popular social networking game FarmVille, have launched FarmVille 2: Country Escape with two new modes.

The game is designed for mobile devices and includes an offline and anonymous single-player mode. The free-to-play game also includes in-app purchases with social features.

The game debuted as the third top free game on iTunes App Store last week.

2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

GAME REVIEW

Sucking the blood T from the internet

J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

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TECH TALK Byron Noel byroncnoel@gmail.com

It is very possible that emails and passwords were compromised before the fix took place, so one needs to change the passwords of any site you feel holds personal or sensitive information

The Heartbleed symbol above was created by Codenomicon, the Finnish security firm that first reported the bug.

y now, most of us – techies or not – have heard something about ‘heartbleed’. If you haven’t yet, then now is a good time to start brushing up on your knowledge.

Heartbleed is arguably the biggest online security flaw to be discovered in the last few years, as it affects just about every internet user on the planet.

The list of affected websites is long indeed, and includes the likes of Facebook, Yahoo and Gmail (now we’ve got your attention).

Basically, the flaw allows someone to gain access to your once secure passwords, and it has already come to light that the National Security Agency in the United States has been using the bug in their global spying campaign.

I don’t have enough space to go into detail, but suffice to say that Heartbleed affects the very core of the internet security protocols that many sites rely on.

It was introduced into the worldwide web in late 2011 and went completely unnoticed until April 7 when the bug was finally discovered.

Theoretically, up to two-thirds of the internet’s traffic was exposed to to the security flaw for more than two years.

About 20,000 of the 1 million Alexa-ranked most popular websites remain vulnerable. Canadian police have arrested the first known person who expolited the flaw, a 19-year-old man who allegedly stole tax information from a government

website.

At this point, most of the major sites and online government portals are no longer susceptible to Heartbleed, but that does not mean your data is safe.

Unfortunately there was not much that a regular user could have done to fight the bug, but now that we know about the flaw we can take some proactive steps towards protecting ourselves in the future.

It is very possible that emails and passwords were compromised before the fix took place, so one needs to change the passwords of any site that holds sensitive information.

A huge pain for those of us with accounts across the web, but better safe than sorry.

In light of this, it is now the perfect time to invest in a ‘password manager’ for your device.

These nifty programmes make the managing of multiple passwords much easier, as well as helping make them more secure.

I would recommend taking the time to try out ‘LastPass’ or ‘RoboForm’. They can be a bit of a mission to set up, but the security and convenience they provide is well worth it.

As online fraud gets worse we need to rely more and more on ourselves, and less on the companies we use, to protect ourselves.

This lesson will be particularly hard on those are not particularly tech savvy, but if my 64-year-old mother can learn, then so can you!

TOP MOBILE APPS THIS WEEK

TOP CONSOLE GAMES THIS WEEK 1

2014 Fifa World Cup Brazil

Xbox 360, PS3

6

Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes

Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4

1

Frontback (Photos)

iOS

2

The Elder Scrolls Online

PC

7

Kinect Sports Rivals

Xbox One

2

Mixlr (Broadcast)

iOS

3

Titanfall

Xbox 360, Xbox One

8

Dark Souls II

Xbox 360, PS3, PC

3

Solar Walk (Educational)

Android

4

inFAMOUS: Second Son

PS4

9

Grand Theft Auto V (18+)

Xbox 360, PS3

4

Beamly (Entertainment)

iOS, Android

5

Diablo III

Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4, PC

10 Mario Party Island Tour

3DS

5

FarmVille2: Country Escape (Game)

iOS, Android

he new 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil football game is a less serious version of the annual FIFA titles.

Like some of its first editions, the game’s fast pace and quick set-ups give it more of an arcadelike feel with an emphasis on entertainment rather than realism. It’ll probably be a great way to spend time while waiting for the next big match during the real tournament later this year.

Still, the game does not come without its problems and the most glaring is the artificial intelligence during corner kicks: it’s too easy to score. During singleplayer mode, users can simply lob the ball into any area of the box and have a good chance of scoring with little fuss from defenders.

On the plus side, the cutaways to manager expressions and crowd shots (away from the stadium) give the game a realistic touch and will have users wondering if they are watching a live broadcast at times.

Gamers also have a better chance to pull off those f lashy spins as several moves have been downgraded, giving any above-average midfielder in the game an opportunity to pull off that Cruyff turn on unsuspecting opponents.

Given that several game modes are tied to the real tournament later this year (i.e. Online FIFA World Cup mode), users may become bored after completing the Road to the World Cup for the fifth time.

While FIFA purists will find 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil too easy and unrealistic, casual gamers will be happy that EA Sports has heightened the level of entertainment. Game on!

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

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Short and sweet

IN BRIEF Crouching Tiger 2 to shoot in NZ

Auckland and Beijing will be the locations for principal photography of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon II – The Green Destiny, the sequel to the popular 2000 film.

The film will be directed by the action choreographer of the first film, Yuen Woo-ping, with Donnie Yen and Michelle Yeoh set to star. The film is a prequel to the first film and is based on the same series of books by Wang Dulu.

The original film, directed by Ang Lee, starred Hong Kong actor Chow Yunfat and was nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director.

Thailand movies given online boost J.P. Mestanza editor2@classactmedia.co.th

The website’s Thailand channel was launched in March and is curated by the Thai Film Foundation, the same people who organise the Thai Short Film and Video Festival, to highlight the best content that can be viewed in 30 minutes or less

From top: Scenes from Thai short films Always and Colorblind.

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he success of recent movies like The Protector, Pee Mak Phra Khanong, Tang Wong, and Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall Past Lives has created a strong interest in mainstream Thai movies, while the Kingdom is also a go-to set for foreign movies (more than 700 overseas productions shot all or part of their movie in Thailand last year alone).

However, no cinema scene is complete without its minor leagues. For filmmakers, short movies have always been a haven for experimentation and artistic freedom – a place where they can just be creative.

Now some of Thailand’s top short film directors finally have a place to truly showcase their talents with a new channel on the online film platform, Viddsee.com.

The Singapore-based website has partnered with several film festivals and movie curators from across Asia to make it easier for audiences to access high-quality and award-winning short films.

The website’s Thailand channel was launched in March and is curated by the Thai Film Foundation, the same people who organise the Thai Short Film and Video Festival, to highlight the best content that can be viewed in 30 minutes or less.

“We wanted to really help showcase not just films from Singapore or Malaysia, but also films from around Asia,” says Derek Tan, co-founder of Viddsee.com.

“The channel is a way for us to work with film festivals and curators who have their own collection. It brings a representation of your own country’s short films onto our platform.”

While the Thailand channel currently hosts only 25 works, including the highlyregarded short Colorblind, this is only the beginning.

The Thai Short Film and Video Festival is currently accepting entries for their event this August with plans in place to showcase several films on the website immediately after the festival.

“Viddsee has created a trusted platform in the filmmaking community over the past

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A nine-member movie crew that were filming additional location shots at Mount Everest narrowly escaped the deadly avalanche that killed 12 Nepalese guides later that day.

The crew were part of the production team for Everest, an upcoming film that stars Jake Gyllenhall and Josh Brolin that documents the deaths of eight climbers in the worst recorded disaster on the mountain in 1996.

Production on the film is still on schedule in London and the stars of Everest were not part of the team in Nepal.

Hardy double take in Kray biopic

year, and we are excited to showcase Thai content along other quality short films from the region. We hope these films will travel to new online audience across the region on their platform,” said the festival’s director, Chalida Uabumrungjit, in a statement.

Currently, there is one big omission from the site: the 2006 short film Graceland, by Anocha Suwichakornpong. The movie, which tells the story of an Elvis impersonator, was the first Thai short selected for screening at the Cannes Film Festival.

Despite this, Viddsee wants to eventually go beyond hosting short films and eventually organise screenings in Thai communities that have no cinemas and little internet access.

“In Jakarta and Laos, we were able to screen our films to small communities,” Tan said, “not a lot of work is done in audience development for local films, local content.

“That’s what we’re trying to drive towards – get people to watch these stories and be engaged and hopefully have conversations with their friends about local issues, products, beliefs, and everything in-between.”

SFX Coliseum Phuket (Central Festival)

Captain America: The Winter Soldier (E) Mor 6/5 Pak Mha Ta Mae Nak (T/E-sub) Need for Speed (E) Need for Speed (G/E) Noah (E) Rio 2 (3D/E) Transcendence (E) Transcendence (G/E)

‘Everest’ crew safe from avalanche

British actor Tom Hardy will portray twin gangsters Ronnie and Reggie Kray in the upcoming film Legend.

The pair ruled London’s East End in the 1950s and 1960s. The film will chart the relationship between the brothers and how they achieved celebrity status.

In 1969, the Krays were sentenced to 30 years in jail for murder.

Director Brian Helgeland, who won an Oscar for LA Confidential in 1997, also wrote the film.

US BOX OFFICE TOP 10 Film

Weekend

Gross

America: 1 Captain The Winter Soldier

$26.6M

$201.5M

2 Rio 2

$22.5M

$75.4M

3 Heaven Is for Real

$21.5M

$28.5M

4 Transcendence

$11.2M

$11.2M

5 A Haunted House 2

$9.1M

$9.1M

6 Draft Day

$5.9M

$19.5M

7 Divergent

$5.8M

$133.9M

8 Oculus

$5.2M

$21.2M

$5M

$93.3M

$4.8M

$48.3M

9 Noah 10 God's Not Dead

SFC Jungceylon Phuket (Patong) Captain America: The Winter Soldier (E)

11:45, 17:00, 22:15

Mor 6/5 Pak Mha Ta Mae Nak (T/E-sub)

14:30, 17:00, 19:30

Need for Speed (E) Noah (3D/E) Rio 2 (3D/E) Transcendence (E)

12:15, 15:00, 17:45, 20:30, 22:10 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 21:50 12:30, 14:45, 20:00 12:20, 14:50, 17:20, 19:50, 22:15

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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Keep your eye on the Ball

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David Brook editor@classactmedia.co.th

The Jules Rimet trophy (19301970). Photo: Reindertot. Top: from left, Alan Ball, Mickey Gunn, author David Brook.

he 2014 FIFA World Cup is rapidly approaching with the first ball being kicked in Sao Paulo on June 12 and the last at the Rio final on July 13. Thirty two teams will compete in the 20th FIFA World Cup Final, playing 64 matches over a four week period in 12 host

cities.

England will be making their 14th World Cup appearance. They did not participate until the 4th World Cup in 1950 due to a strained relationship with FIFA, but went on to dramatically win the World Cup at home in 1966, defeating West Germany 4-2 in extra time.

Subsequent results have been uninspiring, being knocked out in the 1970 Mexico quarter-finals by West Germany, and it was another 20 years before England had their best performance since 1966 with a semifinal appearance in 1990 – losing again to West Germany.

So we have to turn the clock back almost 50 years to England’s first, and currently only, major Championship victory. But what a victory, what a tournament with some major upsets. A rather unusual hero off the field involved a dog called Pickles, who eventually found the stolen Jules Rimet Trophy dumped in a garden in London.

And massive group stage upsets as Brazil were eliminated and the sensational surprise package North Korea defeated Italy 1-0, sending the red-faced Italians home in disgrace to a reception of flying tomatoes.

And so it was on July 30, 1966 at Wembley Stadium, in a match watched by 98,000 fans and a huge worldwide television audience

(broadcast in black and white!) that England took the trophy thanks to Geoff Hurst’s hattrick, the only one ever scored in a World Cup final.

Commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme’s immortal words have gone down in history: “People are on the pitch. They think it’s all over .. It is now!”.

Celebrations followed, praise was heaped on the players, and none more so than on Alan Ball, at 21 the youngest squad member, who had only made his international debut the previous year.

He put in a magnificent personal performance throughout and was regarded as an individual success, especially being so inexperienced with no proven record at the very highest level. Full of running, he continued to work tirelessly while team-mates were out on their feet.

He went on to have a sparkling playing career spanning 22 years with 951 appearances and 211 goals with a variety of clubs, along with 72 England appearances; and 666 games as a manager over 15 years.

As a schoolboy he played for Ashton United but came to prominence at Blackpool after Wolves and Bolton decided not to sign him, saying at 5’6”(1.68m) he was too small.

Ball signed for Blackpool in 1961, turned professional 1962, and made his league debut against Liverpool aged just 17 years and 98 days.

Sadly, Alan died of a heart attack in the early hours of April 25, 2007 while attempting to put out a garden blaze. A most generous individual who enjoyed life, his soccer and his golf… his finest hour at Wembley 1966 will always be remembered – not too bad for a player who others said was too small.

Anime Fest returns to Bangkok

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nime fans are advised to keep May 3-4 free in their calendars for when the popular Thai-Japan Anime & Music Festival returns to Bangkok.

Being held for the fourth year, the two-day annual event, packed with an assortment of activities, will run from 11am until 7pm at CentralWorld Square, in front

Photo: Pat Loika

WEEKDAYS

SATURDAYS

‘WAKE UP’ WITH DAVE AND KIRSTY

7 - 11AM

‘THE POWER HOUR’

11AM - NOON

‘AFTERNOONS’ WITH CALLIE

NOON - 3PM

‘DRIVE ON LIVE’ WITH JASON WILDER

3 - 7PM

‘CLUB CLASSICS’ WITH SEAN BELL

7 - 8PM (MON- THU)

‘ASIA POP 40’ WITH DOM LAU PHUKET’S BEST MUSIC MIX

7 - 10PM (FRI) 8PM - 7AM

‘WEEKEND BREAKFAST’ (LAST MAN STANDING) WITH SAM CLARKE ‘LOUNGE @ LIVE’ WITH DONNA TOON

‘SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER’

Masami Okui perform in Bangkok for the first time, from 3pm to 4.30pm.

Koji sang ‘Butter-Fly’, the theme song of the massively popular anime series Digimon Adventure, while former backup singer Masami is known for her theme tunes from many anime TV shows and movies.

The festival will also fea-

ture a cosplay parade, an anime soundtrack singing contest, a live demonstration on Naruto voice dubbing, a competition to test the knowledge of fans of anime, and lots of games and prizes. There will also be a variety of anime merchandise available.

Admission is free. Visit gyucreative.com/animemusic festival/2014 for more details.

SUNDAYS 8 - 10AM

10AM - NOON

‘SATURDAY LUNCHBOX’ NOON - 3PM WITH GARRY HOLDEN ‘SATURDAY SOUNDS’

of CentralWorld.

Highlights include concerts featuring three of Japan’s top anime singers. One such star is Mitsuko Horie, the voice behind the opening theme songs in Candy Candy, Voltes V and Saint Seiya. She is due to perform on May 3 at 3pm.

The following day will see renowned rock singer Koji Wada and anime singer

3 - 6PM 6PM MIDNIGHT

TEL: 076 612 895

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

8 - 10AM

‘SUNDAY BRUNCH’ WITH JASON WILDER

10AM - NOON

‘ASIA POP 40’ WITH DOM LAU

NOON - 3PM

‘MELLOW MOMENTS’ WITH ANDY SAUNDERS

3 - 5PM

‘THE CHILL FACTOR’ WITH COLIN HANSLIP

5 - 7PM

‘THE SUNDAY CHILL’

7PM MIDNIGHT

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Far right, CC’s Hideaway General Manager Ken Miller.

PRIDE WEEK BEGINS ON PHUKET Phuket Pride Week kicked off on Sunday evening with a grand opening party at CC’s Hideaway. Live 89.5 also did a live broadcast from the party.

Class Act Media Broadcast Manager Tim Newton, Phuket Pride Week organiser Ian Phillips and Live 89.5 DJ Jason Wilder.

SONGKRAN FUN The Trang Musical Festival “Songkran Party on the Beach” was held on April 14.

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Swiss Honorary Consul Andrea Kotas, right, and her friend Li Luginbuhl.

HAPPY EASTER Executive Chef Bryan Burger serves up the lobster.

There was a full-house at the Boathouse by Montara special Easter Lobster and Jazz brunch on April 20.

Staff member X with the lobster.

SPLISH, SPLASH! Songkran was celebrated in style at The Kee in Patong.

CELEBRITY VISIT NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket celebrated Songkran last weekend with a range of activities.

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Thailand celebrity Buppa Kingchatchaval, front centre, recently celebrated her birthday with her two daughters at Trisara. Standing back row from left are Kittisak Pattamasaevi; Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Montara Hospitality Group; Helen Clarke, Executive Assistant Manager of Trisara; Pongsak Pattamasaevi, Marketing and Communications Manager of Montara Hospitality Group and Narathip Vongpattamas, Food and Beverage Manager of Trisara.

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25 APR

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

Catch of the Day @ The Westin Indulge in a variety of seafood and rock lobster buffet, choose the day’s freshest catch on the live grill. Enjoy a fantastic selection of gourmet dishes, Andaman seafood on ice and delicious desserts.

Every Friday 6pm-10:30pm at Seasonal Tastes. THB1,400++ per person. Kids 4-12 years old get 50% discount. For reservations, please call 076 335 600 or email: fb.phuket@westin.com

Jungle Yoga for Kids Spend a day in the newly opened Santosa Detox and Wellness Center in Kata and bring your children (4-12 years) to our FREE Jungle Yoga class this Saturday at 2pm. We will guide them through an adventurous, playful and fun yoga class. Parents can enjoy the day relaxing and enjoying healthy delicious juices, tasting some of our delicious vegetarian and raw food in the Santosa Restaurant and treat yourself with spa treatments form the Santosa Spa. Call +66 (0) 76 330 600 or visit www. santosaphuket.com for more information

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

Sensational Saturday @ The Westin A delicious way to enjoy your Saturday. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pasta and pizzas freshly prepared to your order. Choose from a great selection of delicious home made pasta sauces and pizzas. Every Saturday at Prego by the Beach. THB550++ per person. Kids 4-12 years old get 50% discount.

For reservations, please call 076 335 600 or email: fb.phuket@westin.com

SUN

27 APR

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.

Phuket Pride 2014 “Celebrating who we are”. 8 days of FUN, Sunday 20th April to Sunday 27th April in Patong Beach, Thailand. Party, events, parade and charity fund raising. For more information, visit www.phuket-pride.org

Live Seafood & Jazz Sunday Brunch at Banyan Tree

Dusk ANZAC memorial service at Lady Pie, organised by Aussies In Phuket, open to all interested in coming. Memorial ode will be

by Kevin Mansfield, after a short memorial speech, at 6.30pm. Lady Pie will sell 100 baht food vouchers which cover a) a sausage sanger with onions etc or b) hot pies and sausage rolls etc. Free coleslaw included. Lady Pie will sell 70B dink vouchers, 30B soft drink vouchers and 20B water vouchers. Also will be selling bags of ANZAC biscuits for 50B. aussiesinphuket.com

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

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

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.

28 APR

Phuket Pride 2014

AIP ANZAC Night Suk Singpatong + Sitnumnoi

Enjoy our lavish international buffet with friends and family each Sunday at Sails!

Our live band sets the mood for a relaxing afternoon with delicious food, live cooking stations, refreshing drinks and good company. Balloon artists entertain the little ones with face painting and kid activities. 12pm - 3 pm. B1,400++ per adult, B700++ per child (Ages 5-12). 076 396 433.

MON

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

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

See thegoodshepherd.info.

Sunday Brunch at Sails, Hilton

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

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

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29 APR

THU

1 MAY

Miami Beach Party @ Bliss

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.

WED

30 APR

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

FRI

09 MAY

Ladies night A women networking event full of surprises at the new Santosa Wellness and Detox Center in Kata. A great opportunity for women to meet, connect and experience a rejuvenating evening. We will treat you with massage angels; our amazing chef will offer some hors d’ouvres from our Santosa vegetarian restaurant AND you will also get to try some of our own Santosa handmade natural beauty products. We will finish the evening with a fascinating and insightful talk on anti- aging, this Thursday 7.00 pm. Call +66 (0) 76 330 600 or visit www. santosaphuket.com for more information

For the 3rd year in a row Bliss Beach Club has generously agreed to host this year’s May fundraising event - Miami Beach Party. Indulge yourself in an amazing evening with live entertainment by EKA Sounds, fashion show from Island Bliss, delicious food from Bliss Beach Club, Breeze at Cape Yamu, Point Yamu by COMO & Lady Pie and tons of dancing. For the Ticket or questions, please contact 076-278146 or info@phukethasbeengoodtous.org

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10 MAY

Soi Dog Shelter Open Day Support the ongoing efforts of the Soi Dog Foundation, “The Soi Dog Shelter” on 10th May from 9.30 to midday. Resident Vet answers questions on pet care, Shelter Tour, Adoptions and much more. For more info, contact cristy@soidog.org Tel: 093 685 1332

Southern Phuket Pool League All Stars Sports Bar v White Hart, Buddha Bar v Solution, Walkabout v No Name Bar, Pita Bar v Australia Bar & Grill, Ying Yang v Islander. All games start 8pm. southernphuketpool.com

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

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03 MAY

Bikini Contest & Pool Party 2014 Are you ready to get wasted wet with the best day life pool party? Famous Phuket presents “Bikini Contest & Pool Party 2014” on Saturday 10 May from 13.00-18.00 pm. More information email: marketing@ famousphuket.com or call Eng: 089 892 5778, Rus: 094 582 6202

EVERY DAY 3nd UNESCO Phuket International Join us for the special evening, “3nd UNESCO Phuket International Jazz Day celebration” at Music Matter bar in Phuket Town on Wednesday 30th April 2014.

FREE ENTRY! Starts from 7 pm onwards.

Contact: Jeffrey Sevilla, Tel: 089 588 2347, Email: tiklado2005@yahoo.com

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Boeing Boeing @Angsana

Art Exhibitions Oasis ed.Phuket

Broadway. West End. Now in Phuket. A laugh out lout comedy play! A swinging bachelor, in a love affair with three stewardesses at the same time. Flights are expected to land at different times, but as luck would have it, the three muses of his life touch down at the same time! It’s hilarious.

Don’t miss this the fun! Cast and crew from London. Call 091 326 0276

Oasis ed.Phuket hosts a new Art Exhibition at The Book Cafe in Rawai.To be engaging and enhancing peoples experiences with art. 22 April-8 May 2014, “Brothers–A Revolution Song” Oil Paintings by Chaianan Bumrungchoo and 10 May–12 June 2014 “Child-like”–Water Colour paintings by Vincent Henon For more info please contact info@oasisedphuket.com

FREE Herbal Steam Sauna & Ice Bath At the newest Detox and Wellness center in Kata. We invite you to experience a relaxing and rejuvenating evening in our herbal steam sauna and ice bath. This is FREE every day from 4 – 8pm. If you would like to continue the evening with a sunset dinner overviewing the ocean the Santosa restaurant has a wide variety of raw food, vegan and vegetation meals. Call +66 (0) 76 330 600 or visit www.santosaphuket. com for more information

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

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Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York

1. Which General said, ‘I will not move my army without onions!’?

2. In playing cards, what is another name for the Jack?

3. What does the name Chiang Mai mean?

4. How many sides does an icosahedron have?

5. What gets wetter and wetter the more it dries?

Answers below right.

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Across 1. Solitaire unit 6. Zip 10. Saturnine 14. Dress with a flare 15. Hokkaido native 16. Red state 17. Approve 20. Be that as it may 21. Wizard of id 22. Inscribe 23. Scolding syllable 24. Game piece 27. Speech problem 30. Caribe, var.

32. Lowlife 36. Catch but good 38. ___ Tuesday 39. Grow with natural skill 42. Condition 43. Gray ___ 44. Beams 45. Draft horses 47. Gull-like bird 49. Place for fish and ships 50. Be indisposed 52. Candied 56. Book with legends 58. Navajo structures

28. ___ Delano Roosevelt 29. Spire anagram 31. German industrial valley 32. They can pass in the night 33. Birchbark 34. Throat dangler 35. Paltry 37. Onion’s kin Down 40. Make bubbly 1. Nicolas 41. Zero 2. Still in the game 46. Mum 3. Split 48. Warm welcomes 4. Concerning 51. Maui neighbor 5. Prickly plant 53. Cut taker 6. ___ cry 54. “The Faerie 7. Willingly Queene” division 8. Lifeless 55.

End of a ballade 9. Prepare to strum 56.

Part of a score, 10. ___ chart maybe 11. Delay 57. Cashless deal 12. “Bleah!”

59. Adjust for accuracy 13. Came across 18. He founded the 60. Hospital unit Gestapo 61. Certain fraternity chapter 19. Certain musician 24. Gulf of ___ 62. Destroy the interior of 25. Kind of fire 26. Costumes 63. Advantages 60. Commit a deadly sin 64. Needle holder 65. Indian bread 66. Susan of “Goldengirl” 67. Facts 68. Rewards for waiting 69. Zeno, notably

Solutions to last week’s puzzles:

Answers to this week’s Pop Quiz: 1. Gen Ulysses S. Grant; 2. Knave; 3. New city; 4. Twenty; 5. A towel.

GOT YOUR NUMBER

24

The number of eyes the deadly boxjelly has.

Pet

of the week

200

Number of calories burned by watching a horror movie – about the same as a 30-minute walk.

7,000 16

■■ April 29, 1967 After refusing induction into the US Army the day before, citing religious reasons, Muhammad Ali is stripped of his boxing title.

300,000

■■ April 30, 1993 Tennis player Monica Seles is stabbed

by Günter Parche, a deranged fan, during a quarterfinal match of the 1993 Citizen Cup.

Dollars paid per episode to each of the six actors who provide voices for major characters in The Simpsons.

Source: Uberfacts

■■ April 26, 1986 A nuclear reactor accident occurs at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in the Soviet Union (now Ukraine), sparking the world’s worst nuclear disaster.

■■ A p r i l 2 8 , 1789 British Navy Lt William Bligh and 18 loyal sailors are set adrift by mutineers of HMS Bounty who want to go back to the delights of Tahiti.

Average number of hours a day that South Korean students spend studying.

Number of people in the USA each year who need hospital treatment after tripping over a dog or cat.

■■ April 25, 1859 Engineers break ground, starting construction of the Suez Canal.

■■ April 27, 1565 Cebu is founded, becoming the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines.

Number of words spoken on an average day by women, Men average 2,000.

86,000

This week in history

■■ May 1, 1994

This dog’s name is Baxter and he belongs to Hannah Pearce. Baxter is named after Ron Burgundy’s dog in the cult comedy movie Anchorman. Hannah says Baxter is Nai Harn’s friendliest dog. He loves getting out and about by riding on Hannah’s motorbike with his “goldilocks blowing in the wind”, then comes home to laze about on the couch and do nothing, except sleep and cuddle.

Want to see your pet here? Email photos to editor1@classactmedia.co.th

Three-time Formula One world champion Ayrton Senna is killed in a crash during the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola.

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PROPERTY FOR RENT

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

2 BR. PRIVATE POOL 180SQM APT

DELUXE PENTHOUSE/ LOFT 120SQM

NEW DE LUXE BIG STUDIO 70SQM

DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM

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

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

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

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

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

dcondo Creek in PK for rent GOLF villa at Loch Palm: GOLF villa at www.lochpalm.com with pool on 8th hole green. Luxury 3 bedrooms with en-suites. 12 month lease.

Avail 1st March. THB 55000 per month plus bond. Call Tim 0858942268, Email timshaw@bigpond.com.

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

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

NOW AVAILABLE!!

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

Villa for Rent:

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

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.

NOW OPEN!!

IN THE NATURE ROMANTIC THAISTYLE RESORT Daily 2000Thb, Weekly 12000Thb, Monthly 44000Thb 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

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

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

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PROPERTY FOR SALE Patong Free Hold Condo: 3-storey villa for sale

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

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

INEXPENSIVE LAND PLOTS AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Inexpensive land plots on East coast of Phuket for sale, 0.3 - 5 rai, some with a sea view (Bang Pae, Pak Lok, Yamu Hills). Direct sale by owner. Comercial property: two-storey building: 50 rooms, 13 bathrooms, 3 kitchens, 4 rai land plot, 7 min from airport. Nicely renovated. Can be a hospital/school/ commercial/residential property.

35 mln baht. Contact: Lana, Email: lana.phuket@gmail.com, Tel: 080 27 16 484

G reat inve st m ent o p p o r tunit y i n P a t o n g . I h a v e 2 N E W LY RENOVATED c ondos in same complex near Simon Cabaret. Both condos fully funished + free hold.

Condo no.1 4th floor studio unit 50sqm already rented out. Condo no.2 just funished renovation 3rd floor 1 bedroom 50sqm every thing brand new. This one never use and could be your residence plus earn income from other condo.Complex has huge pool + garden and 24 hrs. security. I want 5 MB for both. Eng 085 471 9246 Thai 087 621 3405.

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.

2 BEDR. KATA GARDENS 6B 180SQM

Sin g l e H o u 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.

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.

DELUXE STUDIO 34 SQM 6.8 MB.THB/rent from 60.000THB. At Twinsands ABSOLUTE 5 Star Hotel and Spa! Just outside Patong, Sea view. Pool view. Excellent restaurant. Modern style. Parking space. Good rental return 10 pct.

Email: 4711en@gmail.com, Call: 086 940 6560

Sea View Off Plan Condominiums: 65m2 Condominium. 1

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

Modern Villa in Marina:

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

For Sale 2 villas with this view

Situated at Ao Por, 2 modern contemporary villas. Infinity pool, 3 bedrooms, 4 bahtrooms, study, large living area, terrace and covered parking for 2 cars.

Priced from 24 MB. info@thecurvephuket.com, www.thecurvephuket.com.

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.

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.

19.4 MB, oliver@thurmanngroup. com, 087 877 2320.

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 .

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.

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.

Kamala Pool Villa:

Freehold House for sale:

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

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.

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

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.

The Title: Rawai Condo New 2 BR, 1.5 Bath, Building B, 2nd Floor, Sea view, 6.7 million ThB. Sinking fund and first year fees included.

Contact: Teddy 0897727136 (English).

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

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.

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

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.

2 Pool Villas next to PIA:

PANORAMIC SEA VIEW L AND: Spec t ac ular 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.

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

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

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

Villa with Pool for Sale: 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.

250m road frontage near Bypass: 16 rai next to Phumundra,

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

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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.

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

only 500m from the main road.

Thepkrasattri, Heroines Monument.

70sqw x 280sqm, 3 bedrooms, 2 b at h r o o m s, b i g li v i n g r o o m with open-plan kitchen (9x9m),1 separated kitchen, carpark for 3 cars and a small storehouse, 2 aircons, cable TV, 1 phone line TT&T. Price: 2.7 MB. including furnitures. Must See! jochenschmitz16@gmail.com, 081 607 8000.

House for Sale - Chalong:

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

MAI KHAO LAND

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

House for sale in Boat Lagoon: House for sale in Boat

Lagoon. Free hold 2 separated apartments. 6.2 MB., picharly@gmail.com, 087 060 8400.

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

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

golf course view mountain view land for sale. Near Mission Hills Golf course.

6 rai chanote title. B3 million per rai.

087 675 9555, email: pee_bang56@ hotmail.com.

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

(Manthana Zone) Land area = 440 sqm.

Home area = 300 sqm. 3 bedrooms 4 bathrooms 1 living room and kitchen 1 swimming pool (3m*10m) out door jacuzzi and pavilion Sales: from 1112.8MB. Rent: from 85,000 - 120,000 B/Month. 088 751 2389.

Resort for Sale: Resort 2 rai, with

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

Adjacent to Mangosteen Resort, quiet residential area. 3 different sizes: 1-1-86.5 rai - 11.80 MB 2-0-87.5 rai 16.64 MB 3-0-35.5 rai - 22.50 MB Best land and best price in the area. Quick sale, price negotiable.081 536 5846. hajo_von_keller@hotmail.com

Patong Tower for Sale:

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

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

bedrooms all with ensuite on 1 rai of land. Big hall, office, maid’s room.

Brand-new construction opposite Wat Chalong on the way up to the hill. A huge 685 sq.m of living area, fully furnished. Modern Europeandesigned kitchen. Big sea view pool terraces incl sala and attractive bar area. Security alarm system. Selling price on request. By owner directly.

Call 085 654 4011 or 089 404 0737.

Email: schulz.th@gmx.de.

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

FOR SALE Penthouse in Rawai: 360 panoramic breathtak-

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.

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

House and Business for sale: 3 storey, 5 bedrooms, good

location, off road parking, busy road.

Contact Thai 084 630 6920, English 082 534 7410, jeedyvcd@hotmail.com, davidweath@yahoo.com.

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

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

Sales - D Condo Mine:

Seaview Land For Sale: Land located right in the heart of Chalong with panorama view of Chalong pier.

Close to a number of sandy beaches; Naihan Rawai Kata and Karon.

Easy access to major depar tment stores. Surrounded by public facilities including education institutes and hospitals. You will benefit from a perfect location that's rapidly increasing in value. 3 rai and 1 Ngan with Chanote title. Call 087 278 7206, 089 215 5041 e -mail: kubesjoy@ hotmail.com.

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

New House for Sales:

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

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.

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

Patong Apartment Reduced Price: Condo 4 years old. Swimming

Luxury 3 Bed Villa For Sale:

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.

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.

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

3.8MB Contact Kirana 088 760 6083.

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

Electric gate. Well water. Concrete road access. Call 087 891 9349.

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

Beach Land on Koh Yao Yai:

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.

Villa and farmland for sale:

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

Land for Sale: 400m from Naiyang Beach. 3 Rai 1 Tarangwah.

6.5MB per Rai. Call 087 091 8331 or email chiangmaibeltrade@hotmail. com for more information.

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.

bathroom, Chanote (Freehold), Land area 402.80M2 Living area 208 M2. Luxurious one-storey villa offers privacy and features your own garden and pool to enjoy the ambiance of outdoor tropical living.

Fully furnished, large kitchen with built-in basin, stove, and cabinets.

Private and Peaceful area. 9.9MB. oliver@thurmanngroup.com, Phone 087 877 2320.

Pool Villa Mission Heights: 5 year old fantastic

Price Reduced, 4beds Villa: RAWAI PRIME LAND PLOTS:

3 BR LUX POOLVILL A IN NAIHARN: 3 bedroom 3

This luxury three bedroom home is located in a secure estate with security and office. It is only five minutes from Bangtao Beach and Laguna Phuket including the Laguna Phuket Golf Club and 20 minutes from Blue Canyon Country Club and Phuket International Airport. The villa comes fully furnished with luxury leather lounge suites and quality furniture, all bedding, kitchen utensils and cooking facilities.

For details and inspection, see www. phuketselect.com or contact graham@ phuketselect.com or call 081 897 0225.

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

2 baths, large living and dining room, 4 X aircons, 2 X car ports and garage.

House 7 yrs 1 owner , well maintained with 135sqm living area. Land Chanote 92tw. 3.5MB 081 737 3116.

House for sale: Cherngtalay 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.

12 Rai Chanote to sell: One of the last pieces of beautiful sea view land between Ao Makham and Ao Yon Road. Infrastructure done B210 million.

Call 081 917 0377, 10am-5pm.

Luxury Condo Rent / Sale:

Seaview Townhouse Patong: Bet ween the c it y and

the jungle at the northern edge of Patong. 70m alt. 10mn walk to the beach. 4 storey + 290 sqm, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1 toilet.

4 aircon, partly furnished. Email: andamanhills@gmail.com.

Budget Bungalows:

Two Bungalows in Chalong.2-3 bedrooms.Close to all amenities.

One has room for a pool,the other is like a rain forest. From only 2,300,000 Baht.Ph:0812704291.

Email: thailandmls@gmail.com.

2 B e d r o o m , L- r o o m a n d f u l l y equipped kitchen, 160 -212sqm.

Very high standard with a nice view.

Big balcony, swimming pool, gym.

Location: Kathu, 10 min. Patong Beach, 5 min. Phuket Town and all department stores and international hospitals. Rent Long term: B45,000 – B63,50 0 Buy: B8,50 0,0 0 0 – B11,500,000. Contact 086 268 7901 or send e-mail to: condophuket@ yahoo.com.

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7th Floor Suites (Hotel) Building For Sale

RAWAI VILLA: BARGAIN PRICE

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

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.

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

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

For serious interest email: thewhitehousekata@gmail.com for RUSSIAN; Ms. Oxana Email: phuket.lux@gmail.com

Sea View Land for Sale:

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.

Seaview 1 BDRM New Condo Patong: Stunning seaview,

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

Sea View Land for Sale:

Ao Makham. 5.5 rai, B10 million per rai.

Contact Siriporn 089 649 9939, email: siri_phuket@changrunner.com.

! Surplus to family invest needs. 3-bed, plus maid's qtrs. This home has been lovingly cared for. Leasehold/freehold.

BVI status. POA. Ph 082 810 4184, phuketres@gmail.com

HIGHEND CONDO PHUKET

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

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

House for sale near Central

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

Beautiful Naiharn Pool Villa:

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

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SeaView near Airport: 4 plots (3 connecting, 1 separate) 1km north of Airport, along the road to MaiKhao Beach. Sea view towards south east.

NorSor3Gor. 4.5 Rai in total. B4 million per Rai. Contact owner: 081 893 6630.

Yamu. 2 x 0.75 Rai adjoining plots.

OrBorTor road access to quiet end of soi location. Sale direct from the owner.

B3.75 Million per rai negotiable. Call 081 087 9237.

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

2 Bed/3 Bath, Built-In & Partial fur.

Private pool & jacuzzi, sala, 50 0 m.to beach Price 7.9 mil.Baht with Chanote title Tel.081 691 3029, E: kris. silanachai@yahoo.com.

Secure private hillside by Naiharn Beach. Quality furnished throughout. 3 big bedrooms, office, 4 baths, 230 sm plus carport etc. 1050 sm land. New condition. 15x4.6 m pool. Freehold.

Nice. Only 17.5MB. Contact 089 727 5407, villa-sale-phuket.com.

Free Hold Condo For Sale:

43 Sq. Free hold. 1 balcony (Great view). 1 bed room. 1 living room.

2 air conditioners. Full furniture.

Internet.Swimming pool. Gym. Automated door lock and key card.

Call 080 040 9077.

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

home at the Boat Lagoon for sale.

Rented out long term at B570,000 per year. 3 bed/4 bath, 2 balconies, terrace at canal, 6 m berth in front of house.

250 sqm living space. Top condition.

Luxury finishings. Brokers welcome.

B9.9 million. 086 747 9292 (English) or 081 970 5204 (Thai/English).

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

Donsak Beachfront Land 3 Rai: 67 metres absolute beach

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

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

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

Golf View, Kathu. Tastefully renovated large (83m2) apartment in Phuket Country Club. Golf view. 1 bed but easily converted to 2. Store, large Western kitchen and all furniture included. Ideal (holiday) home.

Contact 081 273 7326, Email: keith marshall747@gmail.com.

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.

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

Land for sale:

Happy Home Apartment for sale: Nice apartment, fully

furnished at Rawai. The apar tment is set in a private compound with pool. It is located only 5 minutes from beach and convenient to Phuket Town. Only B15 million.

Tel: 081 893 2165 www.happyho meapartmentphuket.webiz.co.th.

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

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

For sale:

Reduced for Quick Sale:

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

Email: davidgem98@hotmail.com

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.

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

Land for Sale Cherngtalay:

Beautiful 2,400sqm (1.5RAI) Chanote titled land plot in Pasak 8, located on the highest point of a gentle slope.

Quiet and safe area. Only 8.5MB. Agents welcome. Phuketlandvilla@ hotmail.com, 089 875 9609.

Ocean Front Villa for Sale:

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 !!

yellow zoned, save area. Nearly 4 rai, direct from owner. Subdivided i n 6 p l o t s e a c h c a . 1, 0 0 0 s q m . ready to build. Only 7.5 MB per rai.

K hun Chanc hira, 0 81 3 67 76 8 3. chanchira.panpaen@googlemail.com.

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

freehold unit in award-winning project. 195 sqm, sea view, near gym & pool. Quality furnishing throughout.

Designer kitchen with utility-store. phuket.pn@gmail.com.

Pool villa for sale or rent:

Hillside setting. Luxurious 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom pool villa for sale or rent.

Sale 20M Baht. Rent Low season Daily 6k, Weekly 36k, Monthly 80k. High season Daily 7k, Weekly 42k, Monthly 100k. One complete year 85k per month. Call 087 078 6379.

Absolute Beachfront:Set on the beachfront, the ff villa offers uninterrupted sea and island views of the south east coast of Phuket.

Situated between two 5 star resorts: Vijitt and EVASON near Laem Kanoi. 081 480 3834, http://www. facebook.com/Phuket.Beachfront.

Beautiful Karon Villa: Stunning,

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

Rawai Beachfront Pool Villa for Rent/Sale: Rawai Beach

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

Absolute Beach Front Land: Songkla district near new

deep sea port. 4.5 Rai divided into 7 Chanote plots. Reluctant sale.

B4.9M the lot. Email: jmic chia@ yahoo.com or call 087 276 0529.

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

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

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

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

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List your classified now at thephuketnews.com East Coast Sea View Land Total 1.5 rai (2,450sq metre) on gently sloping land with sea view of Phang Nga Bay. 2 separate Chanote titles each about 1,200 sq metres (4.5 and 5.5M), or will sell as one lot.

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

LUXURY 5 BED HOUSE IN LAGUNA

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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

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.

SEA VIEW LAND CHALONG

Reduced by 600,000B. ONLY 16.9MB. Contact Brian (Owner) 089 054 4354, +632 906 435 7146, Alan 087 999 6174, bggvirgo@gmail.com.

See RoyalPhuketMarinaCondos.com for complete details.

PROPERTY FOR SALE CONT.

Very Spacious European From Owner: Villa in peace3-storey apartment on the beach 3-storey apartment with a penthouse and sala for sale. Only 100 m from Phuket’s top-rated Nai-Harn Beach.

220 sqm. Freehold possible. Priced at 9 MB. Please call Alexander 080 521 0736.

Beautiful Karon Villa: 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.

ful place in Rawai. Large living area and terrace. 3 bedrooms, 4 aircon, 3 bathrooms, 1 guest toilet.

Western kitchen, garage, laundry, beautiful garden, swimming pool.

612 sqm plot, chanote title. Price B9.5 million. Contact Tanya 083 506 8345, geta909@gmail.com.

Land for sale near Loch Palm

Must see! Great 4bd villa: Truly exceptional 4 bd villa on the 1900 sqm land, surrounded by jungle.

10x5 m pool must see! 10 min drive to Tanyapura and to Naithon Beach.

Great lovely home for large families!

084 060 7050, molokophuket.com/ buy/1999-east-residential-for-sale. info@molokophuket.com.

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

Seaview Thai house for sale Family resort for sale.:

Chalong Beach Front Pool Villa: Chalong Beach Front Pool Rawai Great Buying: Lovely Land For Sale: Mission Hills. 3/4 of rai in small community, very quiet and private, close to all services, 10 min to school, airport, beach, golf, Tesco. B2.5M. 087 276 0529 for info.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

Superb Ocean View Lux Penthouse: B148,000 per sqm, 288 sqm of heaven. Plunge pool, 3 bed, 4 bath overlooking perfect panoramic ocean views. Beach shops, fabulous restaurants, nightlife all a 3 minute walk. B42,624,000. Contact: 088 761 4030 or imgphuket@gmail.com.

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

Contact 087 897 0501.

1,000sqm garden. Private 9x4m pool.

Three large beds, all a/c and en suite.

Big Western kitchen. Plus guest house.

Furnished. Private access. Price cut for quick sale. 13,500,000, alangath@ gmail.com, 087 273 0141.

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.

Phuket Country Club Condos: 3 Only Luxury Contemporary

Freehold Condo For Sale: Modern Villa in Marina:

A spacious family home in Boat Lagoon. Modern contemporary style with 4+1 beds, 4 bathrooms. Large dining area, private swimming pool and fully furnished. Size 616 Sq.M. Call 076 238 948.

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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.

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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.

TechWorX Retrofit 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.

INEXPENSIVE LAND PLOTS: R AWAI VILLA: BARGAIN PR I CE Spacious proper ty in

land area 336 sqm land,158 sqm interior floor, fully fitted Western kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 toilet/shower, 9x3 m pool, tropical fruit garden, chanote title, modern open design, fully furnished, 50 inch TV. B7,950,000, vankets@ gmail.com, 085 473 7812 .

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.

Land for sale Mission Heights: 2 Plots of land for sale in Mission Heights. 900 Square meters 1.5 MB. and 1,050 Square meters 1.75 MB. Gated community, ready to be built. picharly@gmail.com, Phone 087 060 8400.

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

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).

Yacht View Freehold RPM Condo: Gorgeous Yacht Views Nai Harn Pool Villa For Sale:

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

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

Condos, 1 per floor C/W lift. Located on the 15th fairway 275 M3 per floor total.Common Pool and Sundeck.

Underground parking 1/unit, Floor 3 show unit complete Floors 1&2 are unfinished, waiting for owners choice of flooring and kitchens. Could still develop into one very large private home. Floors 1&2 could be offices star ting from B10 million. Or B32 million for project Partial financing available. Info contact 084 840 1262, north8east98@yahoo.com

Smart phone or pad controlled Multiroom Audio-Visual, Home Theatre, Lighting control, CCTV and intruder alarm systems retrofitted to buildings use the latest wireless technologies. Please email for info package. info@techworx.asia

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Thoresen Shipping & Logistics We are hiring these positions based in Phuket:

Customer Relationship Manager - Build relationship with Cruise Lines visiting Phuket.

- Coordinate with local team to improve ser vice and communication - Understanding customer needs - Responding to complaints - Handling operational details - Explaining policies and procedures - Resolving conflicts - Time management Qualifications: - Female, Native English speaker only - 2 years of related experience - Experience in Cruise or tour industry a plus.

- Contract Sept 14 to Mar 15 only, with potential FT

Operations Assistant – Cruises - Check incoming documents/ e-mail messages & update filing system to ensure a complete accurate & easily accessible documentation system to trace records.

- Assist Operations team relating to their work operations, e.g., typing correspondence, generating repor ts, contacting internal/external parties on specific matters, etc., - Prepare daily & monthly ship position describing the arrival/ departure date of the vessels.

- Contact clients & provide services as agent for the assigned cruises vessels, prepare necessary documents, coordinate with concerning parties, etc.

- Contact & coordinate with government agencies in order to provide government formality services to clients e.g. ,immigration, etc.

- Other duties assigned by Manager Qualifications: - Female, age not over 30 years - A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree - At least 2-5 years of experience in related field will be an advantage.

- A good command of English is required.

Boarding Officer - To submit relevant applications to the following i.e. concerned authorities, terminal operators, port authorities, etc.

- To report relevant Operations Manager for any update of berth availability and readiness of formalities concerning cargo operations.

- Co-ordinate with authorities for smooth inward and outward clearance of vessel.

- Co-ordinate with vessel for smooth c argo operations to avoid any delay.

- Co-ordinate with Master for any services that may require during port stay.

- Co-ordinate with designated vendors concerning ship’s supply.

- Fully support all ship and/principle requirement.

- Other duties assigned by Manage Qualifications: - Male, age not over 35 years - A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree - At least 3-5 years of experience in related field will be an advantage.

- A good command of English is required.

Interested candidate, please send resume, stating present & expected salaries & photo to the address stated. issara_c@ thoresen.com Tel: 02-2500-569 ext. 211, Fax : 02-254-0268

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Mobile Sterilisation Clinic!

Manage Soi Dog Foundation’s Mobile Sterilisation Clinic! Soi Dog Foundation, the fastest growing animal welfare organisation in Southeast Asia, is seeking a Manager for its high-volume mobile sterilisation (spay/neuter) clinic in Phuket, Thailand. The Mobile Clinic Manager supervises the team and ensures they collect, sterilise, and return adequate numbers of animals and that monthly sterilisation targets are met. The Mobile Clinic Manager must have compassion for dogs and cats, experience managing teams of people, excellent leadership and communication skills, and animal welfare experience.

The ideal candidate is a veterinary nurse or vet assistant, and thrives in a fast paced environment. A oneyear commitment is required. To apply, please send a CV or resume and a cover letter that explains why you are a good match for the position to gregg@soidog.org.

Use Social Media to Help Dogs and Cats in Need!

Soi Dog Foundation, the fastest growing animal welfare organization in Southeast Asia, seeks a Social Media Officer to take the lead in our Facebook page. Responsibilities include creating and publishing content on Facebook for supporting Soi Dog’s fund raising, adoptions and public awareness programs. The position requires excellent creative writing skills, strong computer skills including video and photographic content creation and a strong empathy for animals.

This is a full time position at Soi Dog’s animal shelter in Mai Khao, Phuket, Thailand. A visa and work permit will be arranged. Please send a CV and a cover letter that explains why you are qualified to: gregg@soidog.org.

RECEPTIONIST & FLOOR SUPERVISOR Sanctuary is a cool,funky & unique beach resort on Koh Pha Ngan island.

Great jobs for experienced receptionist & restaurant floor supervisor & cocktail bar person ( Thai National only) Contct Email: relax@thesanctuarythailand. com, Tel: 082 171 3614

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

Boncafe (Thailand) LTD, a leading coffee company, is looking for a female Russian Sales Executive for its Phuket - Phang Nga territory. The right person shall be fluent in English and Russian, both spoken and written, have a car, be motivated and able to work in an independent way.

Any sales experience a plus. We provide good salary, attractive incentives & work permit. Please contact Chris at 087-2664583.

Private Family looking for PA

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

SALES REPRESENTATIVES QUALIFICATIONS:

Business Development Executive Female Russian Sales Executive

Personal assistant and sales representatives for led-light business in Chalong. Looking for energetic and easy going thai persons to contact VIP customers in a fast growing business. Good english and computer skills required. Salary + high commissions. Contact: Francisco de Miguel, Email: boost@aboranet. com, Call: 0811394774

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

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

PR & Marketing - The View PR & Marketing at The View Condominium Female 20 - 35, Job description: Promote, contact, PR to prospec tive customer s on our booth, Coordinate with recruiter, Collaborate with team, Language: English and Russian or English and Chinese. Call 081 666 6622, 086 439 9996. Email: sales@theviewphuket.c om, info@theviewphuket.com.

Russian staff needed Phuket-based company is looking for a Russian national with good command of English (and preferably Thai) language. Full time employment in line with Thai laws (non-b visa, WP). Salary starts from 30,000 THB. Please send CV and photo to opaopa543@mail.ru

● Thai or Expat. ● Excellent communication and negotiation skills in Thai and English. ● Highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude. ● Works well under pressure and has a will to succeed.

WE OFFER:

● Competitive salary, bonuses and travel expenses. ● A friendly work environment. ● Social security paid by the company. ● Excellent career progress opportunities.

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

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Tel: 076 612 550-2 Fax: 076 612 553

A private family is looking to find a personal assistant to be located in Bangjo, Phuket, full time, start ASAP. This person must be fluent in thai & english educated, love animals & be flexible with work hours & be a fast & motived worker Attractive salary offered, please email CV: sherin.peace@gmail.com

URGENTLY REQUIRED !!!

Native English Teacher N e e d ex p e r i e n c e d p r e s c h o o l teacher, 10 -14 children. Star t i m m e d i a t e l y, C h a l o n g , 4 0 hour a week. Send resume to phuketteacher@yahoo.com.

Land Rover is not only the world’s most famous SUVs and all terrain vehicles, it’s also home to some of the very best careers in the automotive industry. Whatever your level of experience or specialist job discipline, you’ll find that Land Rover is a business that encourages personal growth and helps put career development on everyone’s agenda.

We work particularly closely with our sister company, Jaguar. This structure offers our people further career opportunities, not just in Thailand but around the world.

We are an Authorized Dealer of Land Rover in Thailand. We have recently opened our new branch in Phuket and will open another branch in Bangkok in 2013. Currently we are looking for highly potential with positive attitude individuals to be part of our company with promising career development.

Assistant Sales Manager (based at Phuket Brunch) Qualifications: - Male or Female, Thai national - Must be fluent in English - Phuket Resident preferable - At least Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, or Excellent communication skills - 3 years of proven automobile sales & management experience - Able to coach a team of sales executives with strong managerial skills - Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc)

Sales Executive (based at Phuket Brunch) GB Automobiles is looking for Thai nationals that are fluent in English, self motivated, with a positive attitude and desire to make above average income. Sales experience preferred but not necessary as full training provided.

Attractive remuneration package and fringe benefits await the successful candidates.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for an interview.

Interested persons please email resume, expected salary and recent photo to dominic.c@landrovergroup.net Human Resources Department GB Automobiles Co., Ltd. Phuket Branch: 9/17 Moo 6, Thepkasattri Road, Rasada, Phuket 83000 081 962 2262

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

A steal for a quick sale:

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

B O AT & C A R F O R SALE!!: Boat: Swedish im-

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

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

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.

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

40FT Steel Cutter Sloop:

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 Dehler 29 This 29’ yacht performs well and has a high quality 2 Cabin fit-out.

An ideal family boat with Options & Delivery to Phuket. THB 3,500,000 app. Contact: inq@sea-yss.com www.sea-yss.com - 0813701995

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.

Bertram 505 Conver for sale

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.

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.

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 .

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

Priced at 1.9 MB, negotiable. Call Andrey 085 368 5908.

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

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COMPANY FOR SALE

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

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.

Business for sale 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.

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.

NEW ZODIAC 420 YACHTLINE

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.

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.

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

Boutique Guesthouse & Bar: Boutique Guesthouse, Bar /

Restaurant business for sale. Fully equipped rooms and bar, website and facebook page established.

Well situated only three minutes walk from both Kamala beach and main road with all their amenities.

B1,500,000. Contact: 084 442 7015.

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.

For further info email samos1941@gmail.com.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Business For Sale

Massage shop Patong: Due

to a relationship split,we must sell the massage business in Nanai.

5 Bed platform, 3 individual beds, 5 chairs 2 toilets, 1 shower, staff accommodation Large premises, could add other business All reasonable cash offers considered.

B480,000, ur4236@yahoo.com, 083 594 1293.

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

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

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

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

Only 8.9 MB. Call: 081 270 6310

BAR ON BANGLA In the front of a new discotheque in the center on Bangla Road.

We have 5 bars for rent. They are prepared and can be used immediately. Best return of investment is guaranteed.

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

Reduced for quick sale:

Please contact Khun Ay: 081-895-7597 Dive Center for sale: Once in a life time opportunity: Paradise Diving Asia Co.Ltd. is selling its 12 years established 5* Dive Center / Retail Shop in Phuket, Nai Yang plus it’s unique location and connections, paradisediver@live.com, 081 891 5539.

Restaurant for Sale Urgent!

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

profitable business lease 4.7M. Fully refurbished, 6 year contract (fully pre-paid). Low rent. Busy soi 2 minutes from the beach. 5 beautiful ensuite rooms. Sports bar, fully fitted kitchen and restaurant area.

Account available. Tel: 081 891 9461 / livingroom-phuket.com.

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

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

See www.phuketsport.com.

Guest house & Business: For sale / rent long term. 400 sq m. (N.S.-3 K document) next to Swissotel Kamala.

500 m from Kamala beach. B32 million.

Call 081 893 0540, 076 385 775 email: anong540@hotmail.com.

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Rawai Restuarant for Sale Land area approx 3,800 sqm. Main road with twin house in compound. Big garden, mangoes, tamarind, banana trees and a large restaurant in middle.

Good lease and low rent. Price : 1.3 MB. Khun Asok, Rawai. big_redchili@ yahoo.com, 089 646 7176.

Cement Production Plant:

Ready Mixed Concrete Company’s factory. 446.92 Horse power. Output of workers in the production of 22 people per day at an average yield of about 100 Q/Day (B1,800/Q) average revenue per day for about B180,000. Manufacture of ready-mixed concrete. Can continue immediately. Just buy a cement truck then start delivery.

Ready water source to be used for production. Address: Moo. 4 T. Maikhao Thalang Dist. Phuket 83110. Land Size: 20 rai 2 Ngan and 56 talang wah. Price: B130 Million. Contact: Mr. Lee, mobile: 081 803 7189.

Seafood Europain and Thai food in Patong close to beach and main shopping Jungceylon. First class equipment included pizza oven.

Main road location, 350 sqm. Good lease cheap rent. Owner health problem must sell URGENT . Only 8 MB! kingcable_aaa@hotmail.com 0870 368 551.

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

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

Patong N ew Hot el for Longterm Lease: 40 rooms

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

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

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Nissan Teana Finance available. 11 months old. 2.5l.

Full Options. Contact: Bernard, Call: 086 945 2626

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CHEVROLET AVEO 2008 BASE 1.4L, fabric interior, good power, serviced at manufacturer, nice conditions, insurance till Dec, 117000km. Price 240 000 baht Contact: Sergey, Tel: 092 079 7875, E-mail: bytheair@gmail.com

Jaguar XJ6 for sale This beautiful Jaguar XJ6 has been our stylish transport and is for sale as we need an SUV for business. It is fantastic to drive with a powerful, reliable and smooth Toyota 2JZ engine and gearbox with a Garrett GT35 turbo and under 100,000 km. It has recently been dyno tested delivering 340+ wheel hp which is 400+ bhp. The car is priced at a very reasonable 420,000 baht.

Contact Todd 09 1523 6680.

2013 NEW only 6 months Toyota PreRunner G - 4 door - 5 speed Auto 3.0DCT engine Airbags, ABS brakes, plus extras. 820,000 baht or best offer.

Great price for a truck in perfect condition. Contact Matt 089 044 0623.

We Sell Boxes & Moving Supplies: At MY STORAGE Self

Isuzu Dmax 2006, 105,000km, one owner, 4x2, silver automatic, double cab, good condition. Contact 087 079 0650 or 080 073 5371.

Isuzu Dmax:

Horse Rescue Seeks Don a t i o n s: w w w. P h u k e t H o r s e

Rescue.com T/A Andaman Horse Center,Co.,Ltd seeks support, networking and financial help. PHR/AHC Co Ltd. helps any horse in need. Please help us help them. Layan, N Bang Tao Beach, Thalang. 084 842 4581.

Forklift for sale Kamatsu FD 20, two ton forklift for sale.

Price B190,000 O.N.O. Call 087 276 0529 to view.

PEUG EOT 2 07 f o r sa l e:

2008 Peugeot 207cc, 33k kilometers, 1 owner, per fect c ondition, leather seats, Convertible, B940,000.

080 523 8819.

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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.

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Brand new rims and tires. Travelled 93K. Recently Fully Serviced from dealership. Needs new owner ASAP. 082 282 6947 Dan.

Special price at 75,500BHT with free Accessories & Installation for Phuket Customers only!! 30+ models to choose from. Call NOW 081 171 2121 www. patana.co.th

SOVEREIGN Dining /Pool Tables From Patanakarn Billiards. 6FT start at only 64,500THB plus BIG discount for Phuket Customers only!! Free Acceessories set & Installation. Call NOW 081 171 2121 www.patana.co.th

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Phuket FC look to topple Big Pagoda

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huket FC kickstart their crazy week by hosting the “Big Pagoda” Nakhon Pathom United FC this Saturday (April 26) at Surakul Stadium in Phuket Town.

Only three days later, Phuket FC play TPL-side Police United in the Toyota League Cup Round of 32 on April 29, also at home, before going on the road to take on Nakhom Ratchasima on May 4.

Coach Stefano “Teco” Cugurra will have to plan his games well to prevent exhaustion and injuries.

The Ronins are undefeated at home this season, having won three games and tying only once at Surakul. While visitors Nakhon Pathom (12th in the league) haven’t won any away games, they have only lost once and tied three times.

Still, the Big Pagoda have not won in their last seven games.

The Big Pagoda are under tremendous pressure due to their winless streak, and are hoping to at least take one point home. But in last year’s visit to Surakul Stadium, coach “Ling” Wimon Jankam and his team fell to a 2-0 defeat to Coach Teco’s side, who was coaching his first game for Phuket FC. With their 4-4-2 formation packed for a tight defense in their own half, coach Ling trusts his Captain Pittayasit Tong-In (#36) and Tchangu Pierre Sylvain (#20) in defense, while former Phuket FC Captain Nonthapun Jiar-

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asathawong (#7), and his left foot will be at left wingback.

Their strike force is mainly Korean: the trio of Cho Kwang Hoon (#13), Woogeun Jeong (#9) and Hwang Inseong (#16) are very strong and can easily bulldoze their way through defenders.

There’s still another trick up coach Ling’s sleeve as he’s been superb with second half substitutions that score late in the game (most of Nakhon Pathom’s goals were scored after the 65th minute).

On the home side, Teco will have to choose his midfielders carefully since he knows that Nakhon Pathom have a tendency to be very solid in midfield He will have a big puzzle to crack because Eber Henrique (#23) has started for Phuket FC in every game and his bulldog style has started to take a toll on him.

That said, Anusak Laosangthai(#29) is in top form and is likely to join “Captain Boy” Wasan Natasan (#9) to

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spearhead Phuket’s attacks.

It will be interesting to see how Coach Teco uses his resources during these next three games. He’s likely to trust his 4-3-3 formation, running the play along the right

sideline, mostly by Eber, and pressuring for goals early in the game.

Kaze’s prediction: Phuket FC 2-0 Nakhon Pathom United FC

THE RONI NS HAD A bumpy ride in Chiang Mai last weekend as they fell to the Lanna Tigers 2-1 at 700th Anniversary Stadium last Sunday (April 20).

Chiang Mai FC took a 1-0 lead in the first half when Babo Mark Landry outpaced Phuket defender Yusuke Sato to put the ball in the back of the net.

An own goal by defender Dusit Nongpratum (#33) gave Chiang Mai a 2-0 lead in the second half.

Captain Wasan Natasan (#9) scored the lone goal for Phuket FC just minutes later, but the Ronin were unable to grab an equaliser.

The loss spells the end of the team’s previous threegame winning-streak that included impressive wins

overs Bangkok FC, BBCU, and Siracha.

The loss also places the previously 3rd place Ronins into 4th on the Yamaha League-1 table with 14 points. Chiang Mai, meanwhile, continued their unbeaten run at home with the win.

This is the first of five matches in 15 days for Phuket FC. The second match, a Thai FA Cup third round clash against Ayyuthaya FC, took place on Wednesday (April 23) after The Phuket News went to print.

Remaining fixtures in the 15-day period include tomorrow’s (April 26) home match against Nak hom Pathon United in the Yamaha League-1, a Toyota League Cup match-up against Police United on April 29, and another league match on May 4 against Nakhon Ratchasima.

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Thai golf stars rule Asian Tour Awards GOLF

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hongchai Jaidee and Kiradech Aphibarnrat both received top honours at the 2013 Asian Tour Awards last Tuesday (April 22).

While Kiradech was presented with the prestigious Order of Merit crown for leading the tour in earnings, with a total of US$1.1 million (B35.6 million), he was also awarded the Player of the Year title and Special Achievement Award.

The 24-year-old became only the second man to earn over US$1 million in tour history. He also posted five top-five finishes throughout the season and won an event in 2013.

It was a bittersweet night for Kiradech as he thanked his late coach, Natpasit Chokthanasart, who passed away last December.

“He played a key role in shaping my game and made me become the player that I am today,” Kiradech told the

More days added to Asian Beach Games

Left: Asian Tour Chairman Kyi Hla Han with Kiradech Aphibarnrat. Above: Thongchai Jaidee accepting ‘Player of the Decade’ honour. crowd in Jakarta.

Meanwhile, Thongchai was named the Player of the Decade (2004-2013), an honour voted for by Asian Tour players past and present. In addition, Thongchai was also recognised with awards for Lowest Stroke Average (69.46) and Greens in Regulation (75 per cent).

“I’ve witnessed tremen-

dous growth in the Asian Tour since it was first established and I can only see it becoming an even stronger Tour,” said Thongchai, who has an unprecedented three Asian Tour Order of Merit titles and 13 total career victories.

In addition, Thai player Chapchai Nirat was recognised as the Birdie Leader

(308 birdies).

The Amata Spring Country Club in Chon Buri – which hosted the Thailand Golf Championships – was voted as the Best Golf Course for the third-straight year, while the Alpine Golf Resort in Chiang Mai was recognised as the Best Golf Resort for its club facilities and amenities.

OFFICI A LS H AV E EXtended the duration of the 4th Asian Beach Games, a tournament that will take place in Phuket this November, by five days as a countdown clock gets ready to begin on April 28.

The competition will be held from November 11-23 and features 26 sports with 168 gold medals on the line for athletes from across Asia.

The 200-day countdown clock will be launched on Monday (April 28) with a ceremony that will be presided over by Yu Zaiqing, vice-president of the Olympic Council of Asia.

Thai officials believe that the high-level of competition

at the 4th Asian Beach Games will give a boost to the nation’s economy and tourism.

“Sports have something to do with the economy,” said Sangiven Boonto, deputy governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand, “but to make the tournament more interesting, it must be competitive. The success of our athletes is also important.”

The event will include air sports, beach volleyball, bodybuilding, sailing, windsurfing, beach wrestling, sambo, ji-jitsu, beach soccer, muay thai, triathlons, and extreme sports among others.

For more information on the 4th Asian Beach Games, visit phuketthailand2014.com

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Surf season is finally here!

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or those who have been excruciatingly staring at the ocean for months on end now in hope of seeing that blue bumpy horizon, your wait is over.

It’s time to dust off those boards, re-apply the wax and start stretching. The season has started to turn, the sky is rumbling, and the clouds wrestling.

With wind blowing on shore everyday now, we are only moments away from Phuket seeing its beaches transformed from the hustle and bustle of sunburnt tourists,

over priced coconuts and still waters to the chilled, relaxed and local surf season vibe.

To a surfer, surf season has more anticipation and excitement than a child at Christmas.

‘Surfing Thailand’ has more

surf events than ever planned for 2014, and with the growing number of local surfers, it’s shaping up to be a cracker of a season.

To kick things off, the surf community in Khao Lak

(1.5hrs drive north of Phuket) are running their very own contest this weekend April 26-28.

Many Phuket surfers are heading up to the event in the hope of claiming some of the

very generous donated prizes, including professionally-shaped boards from Australia.

Stay tuned frothas, I’ll be here all season updating you on the happenings of Phuket’s surf community, as well as articles

to help your own surfing.

To check Phuket surf reports, head on over to facebook. com/surfsupphuket See you in the water!

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Climbers scale Krabi cliffs CLIMBING ADVENTURE SEEKERS scaled the limestone cliffs of Railay Beach at the 6th annual Krabi Rock and Fire Contest earlier this week.

The competition, described more as a rock climbing festival that celebrates the cliff-faced environment of Krabi province, featured two categories: Lead Climbing Marathon and Deep Water Soloing.

A third category, the Freestyle Fire contest, saw par-

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FOLLOWING SWIFTLY on the heels of the last Superkidz swim event at the end of March, organisers at Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club wasted no time in reconvening teams of child swimmers from across Asia to compete in the Superkidz Invitational Swim Meet last weekend, from April 18 to 20.

Athletes ranging between the ages of five and 18 participated in the unique format, according to Thanyapura’s head swimming coach Randy Simon, which separates distance swimmers, middle distance competitors, and sprint athletes in a three-day event.

The first day saw several sprint competitions of 50 m, with the second day full of middle distance events between 100 m and 200 m. The final day was set aside for all distance meets.

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the events mixed together,” Simon says, “[whereas] this invitational allows for the sprinters to have their night, with the distance swimmers on Sunday (April 20) and a mix of them on Saturday (April 19).”

Six teams from across Asia participated, including Speedo Swim Team from Dubai, Lady’s Recreation Club from Hong Kong, Yakusaka from Japan, several teams from Malaysia, and squads from all across Thailand.

“We are very happy to have them here, it’s great to bring them into Phuket and be able to show off everything [Thanyapura] has to offer,” Simon says.

BREAKING BARRIERS Swedish athlete Fredrik

Cronenberg took home second place at the Challenge Taiwan triathlon in Taitung last Saturday (April 19) with a personal best time of 8:24:22 for an Ironman distance triathlon (3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, 42km run). The Swede has been training in Thanyapura full time and credits the Phuket climate for helping prepare for this tough race.

“Coming into this race I had good preparation training at Thanyapura,” he said, “it was very pleasing to have this confirmed by achieving my best race result ever!”.

ticipants test their mettle in fire dancing near Tonsai Bay. About 30 teams of rockclimbing tourists joined the event, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand, coming from all corners of the globe.

“Rock climbers love it here as the climbs up the limestone peaks are not only diverse and challenging, but also offer some the most beautiful scenery in the world to enjoy, once they have scaled the heights,” said TAT Governor Mr Thawatchai Arunyik.

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anchester City narrowed the gap to Premier League leaders Liverpool to six points with a comfortable 3-1 victory over West Bromwich Albion at Eastlands last Monday (April 21).

Pablo Zabaleta, Sergio Aguero and Martin Demichelis all scored for City as three different Argentinian players netted in a Premier League match for the first time.

West Brom showed brief moments of skills and had pulled the score back to 2-1 through Graham Dorrans, but ultimately City had too much quality.

City will close further on Liverpool should they win their game in hand, although they still need the Merseyside club to drop points in their remaining three games if they are to

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Manuel Pellegrini, the City manager, responded to his side’s previous 2-2 draw with Sunderland with three changes as Gael Clichy, David Silva and Edin Dzeko came in for Aleksandar Kolarov, James Milner and Alvaro Negredo respectively.

Meanwhile, Liverpool

moved closer to a first league title since 1990 with a 3-2 win at Norwich City last Sunday (April 20) that sent them three points clear in the Premier League.

Quick-fire early goals from Raheem Sterling and Luis Suarez put the visitors in control at Carrow Road, before Gary Hooper replied for fourth-

bottom Norwich in the 54th minute.

Sterling appeared to have made the points safe with a deflected shot minutes later, but a late Robert Snodgrass header obliged Liverpool to endure a nervy last 10 minutes.

It was Liverpool’s 11th consecutive league victory and means that they are guaranteed to qualify for next season’s Champions League, but Brendan Rodgers’s side now have a bigger prize in their sights.

They need seven points from their remaining three games to win the league and can eliminate Chelsea from the title race by winning at home to Jose Mourinho’s side next weekend.

“We will go into the next three games looking to perform well. We want to continue to fight and now look to Chelsea next week, where it will be an incredible atmosphere at Anfield.”

Chelsea’s shock 2-1 defeat at home to Sunderland last Saturday (April 19), coupled with Manchester City’s draw against the same side in midweek, had given Liverpool a huge opportunity to stamp their authority on the title race.

Brendan Rodgers is confident his Liverpool players possess the necessary ingredients to get the better of title rivals Chelsea when the two teams meet at Anfield this weekend.

Liverpool will go into that game five points ahead of Jose Mourinho’s side and victory would put the Reds within touching distance of their first ever Premier League title with two games left to play.

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play and Rodgers gave an insight into the philosophy that has helped them get there.

“When they are in the changing room just before we go out, I always tell them, ‘Lose yourself, focus on the ball and focus on the team. If you do that, then we can be a real force,’” he said.

Manchester United sacked manager David Moyes on Tuesday (April 22) following last Sunday’s (April 20) 2-0 loss at Everton – the Scot’s former club – which condemned United to their 11th league defeat of the season and meant they could no longer qualify for the Champions League.

Moyes was the chosen successor of former United boss Alex Ferguson – British football’s most successful manager – following his retirement at the end of last season.

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone was identified as a potential successor to Moyes

in British media reports, but he refused to discuss the speculation last week.

Speaking before the first leg of his side’s Champions League semi-final at home to Chelsea, he told a press conference: “With all due respect to the question, and I understand the situation, but the match tomorrow (Tuesday) is a very important match for us and I am not thinking about anything which is not my players and Chelsea.”

Following a record-breaking playing career, Ryan Giggs is poised to enter uncharted territory after being named as United’s interim successor.

Giggs, who is United’s record appearance-maker, has defied convention by continuing to play into his 40s, but having been used sparingly

by Ferguson, who retired last year, he saw his playing time diminish significantly under Moyes. AFP thephuketnews

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44 Who will succeed Moyes?

Louis van Gaal (NED)

Chance of being appointed: The Netherlands manager is one of the most experienced coaches in the world, having been in charge of major clubs including Ajax, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich. He desires to work in the EPL, but his role with the Dutch side at this year’s World Cup could reduce the time he has to bring in new players to Old Trafford during the close-season transfer window.

Diego Simeone (ARG) Chances:

Impressed while guiding Atletico Madrid to the Champions League semi-finals and to the top of La Liga, challenging the dominance of Real Madrid and Barcelona. The former Argentina midfielder remains best known in England for being the player David Beckham kicked to be sent off during a last 16 match at the 1998 World Cup in France; which England lost.

Jurgen Klopp (GER)

Chances: The charismatic 46-year-old has enjoyed great success while

i n cha rge of Borussia Dortmund, guiding them to back-to-back German league titles in 2011 and 2012, plus last season’s Champions League final. Klopp has also been linked with the manager’s position at Barcelona. However, he has repeatedly said he will stick to his existing contract with Dortmund, which runs until 2016.

Ryan Giggs (WAL)

Chances: The most decorated player in English football history, the ageless Welsh midfielder is currently on staff as a player-coach and the final four games of this season may decide if he will be considered for the long-term.

Alex Ferguson (SCO) Chances:

The former United boss has insisted there is no way he would return out of retirement.

But is the 72-year-old Scot, now a United director, really content to stay on the sidelines while his work unravels? AFP

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anchester United on Tuesday (April 22) sacked manager David Moyes after a disastrous 10-month spell that left the world-famous Premier League club in turmoil.

The English giants followed the stunning announcement by naming veteran midfielder Ryan Giggs as interim manager.

Moyes, 50, succeeded Alex Ferguson at the Old Trafford helm last July, but the season quickly became a nightmare as the team slumped to a series of embarrassing defeats.

Moyes signed a six-year contract in place of Ferguson, British football’s most successful manager, who reigned at United for 26 and a half years.

Ferguson was granted a three-and-a-half-year grace period before winning the first of his 38 trophies as United manager, in 1990, and he expected his successor, who he hand-picked himself, to be shown the same patience.

By sacking David Moyes as manager after less than a season in charge, the club

David Moyes lasted only Manchester United. contravened the principles explicitly laid out by his illustrious predecessor.

As Moyes lurched from disaster to disaster, seemingly incapable of preventing the club from sinking into crisis, the one constant in his favour was the consensus that sacking managers was ‘not the United way’.

After initially showing support, however, the board decided that it could no longer stand by and watch Ferguson’s empire crumble.

The sacking came a year to the day after United had secured their 20th English title as a send-off to Ferguson,

behind Liverpool.

In addition, Moyes’s two major signings, Marouane Fellaini and Juan Mata, have struggled to make an impact.

As a result, United’s American owners, the Glazer family, reportedly felt uneasy about handing him the funds to rebuild the squad during the forthcoming close season.

Giggs, United’s record appearance-maker, was informed of his appointment after arriving at United’s training ground.

Giggs made his United debut in March 1991 and 10 months as manager of made 962 appearances, wwon 13 Premier League titles, two who hand-picked Moyes.

Champions Leagues, four FA Moyes has endured a Cups, three League Cups and torrid season, with United one FIFA Club World Cup. slumping to seventh place He has no previous manain the league table and be- gerial experience, but coming eliminated from both bined his role as a player with domestic cup competitions a coaching position since the and the Champions League. start of the campaign.

His last game in charge However, his former Unitwas Sunday’s (April 20) ed team-mate Roy Keane was 2-0 loss at his former club scathing about the decision Everton, which confirmed to sack Moyes. that United will not compete “He (Moyes) should have in the Champions League been given more time,” the next season for the first time 42-year-old Irishman said. since 1995.

“Seventh in the league is The 11th league defeat disappointing but you still left United 13 points below need help from around you. the Champions League quali- I don’t think some players fying places and 23 points gave him that support.” AFP

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