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Happy New Year!

Editor Tom Faull Contributors Lawrence Roots Kirsty Robinson plus thanks to all our readers, supporters and advertisers.

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Our next edition is out in the first week of March 2012. Deadline for booking is the 16th February. Email Tom at editor@westbourne.info for details and prices to get included.

I am delighted to welcome you to the New Year 2012 edition of the Westbourne Magazine.

This little magazine is now entering it’s third year and I am looking forward to bringing you all the local and community news, discounts and new products from our brilliant range of shops and, as economic times continue to be tough, I urge you to support Westbourne businesses and shop local in 2012.

Tom Faull

CONTENT Westbourne News Useful Events and Dates Win a meal for 4 competition Guilt Free January with Cook An apple a day...

Mobile Musical Exercise New Year, New You Books Westbourne Map Business Help is at Hand Bournemouth Beaches Collapse!

New Year, New Home?

Meridian Events Social Groups and Things To Do Useful Contacts Bill’s Top Tax Tips

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Westbourne News

from in and around Westbourne

We Need Your Help We’d like to invite you to get involved with the Westbourne Magazine in 2012. There are a number of ways you can join in with your local community magazine. If you are interested in one or more of the below please get in touch.

• Could you distribute magazines to your street or block of flats?

• Would you like to write an article covering local news or issues?

• Have you got photos from a local event?

• Do you have a good puzzle or brain teaser?

• Have you got an interesting story relating to local history?

• Are you involved in a local social group we don’t include?

Submit your news and photos to editor@westbourne.info or call 0845 224 3894 if you can help with distribution. We will publish the best submissions in the magazine or on the Westbourne website www.westbourne.info Give Me A Sign!

Drivers on the Wessex Way have been getting a gentle reminder about Westbourne thanks to a new sign.

The large sign promoting shopping in Westbourne is located on a wall in the Milburn Road car park.

The new sign is a change from the traditional design of the “Welcome to Westbourne” signs, seen as you enter Westbourne from either end of Poole Road.

The promotional sign was arranged by the Westbourne Traders Association and the Bournemouth Chamber of Trade and Commerce.

Do you like the new sign? Add your comments on our website.

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Useful Dates & Events - January & February 2012

4-8 Jan Cinderella on Ice at the Pavilion. Shows at 2.30pm and 7.30pm, tickets from £17.50 12 Jan Bow-Legged Skeeters at Bournemouth Folk Club (Queens Road). A Dorset based 5 piece band featuring Richard Thrift on vocals/guitar and Charlie Cole on vocals/banjo. Email paul@fawm.net for tickets.

14 Jan UK Dance Championships 2012 at the BIC. Tickets from £14. See www.bic.co.uk 23 Jan Chinese New Year Bournemouth Chinese School will be welcoming in the year of the Dragon. See Chinese lanterns at the Town Hall and in other areas. For details of activities see www.b-mouthchineseschool.com 1 Feb Attila the Stockbroker at The Winchester on Poole Hill.

Funky poetry gig with many fellow poets. From 8pm.

8 Feb Matt Cardle at The O2 Academy in Boscombe from 7pm 13 Feb Steve Knightley at Bournemouth Folk Club (Queens Road). Supported by Philip Henry & Hannah Martin.

Email paul@fawm.net for tickets.

13-17 Feb Schools Half Term Traditional Jazz Club sets up home in Westbourne The Original Bournemouth Traditional Jazz Club will be resurrected at its new venue, Centre Stage on Queens Road in Westbourne, with a grand re-opening on Monday 9th January 2012. The club’s re-emergence will appeal to many true devotees of top quality traditional jazz. Derek & Sheila Easden are overseeing the the new club, they previously managed the former club in Bournemouth for fifteen years.

9 Jan Launch Night. John Howlett on Trombone, Copper Rail Six. Featuring The Pitt Brothers Tony & Vic Ex Chris Barber 23 Jan The Pete Lay Gambit Jazzmen. One of the UK’s leading New Orleans Style Bands 13 Feb The Sussex Jazz Kings, the roaring six piece led by Horn man Dave Stradwick 27 Feb The Tony Pitt All Stars

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Win a Meal for 4!

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In our new Jan/Feb 2012 competition, you have the chance to win a 2 course meal for up to 4 people at Pâtisserie Angélique, the English home of French Pâtisserie.

To enter the competition, email your answer to the question below along with your name and address to competition@westbourne.info You can also enter on our website for free.

Competition Question: Which of these events will not happen in 2012? a. Olympics b. World Cup c. Queen’s Diamond Jubilee One correct winner will be picked at random and informed by email. One entry per person. The judges decision is final. There is no cash alternative. Your information is protected by the Data Protection Act 1998. Competition closes 21st February 2012.

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Guilt Free January

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We spoke to Elaine Sullman from Cook in Westbourne about the new Guilt Free range, exclusively available at Cook.

“Our virtually guilt free meals all contain 20% or less of the guideline daily amounts of both calories and fat”, explained Elaine. New dishes for 2012 include a fragrant thai-style broth called Tilapia Tom Yum, made with tilapia fillets, shredded vegetables and Nanjing black rice.

There is also a vegetarian butternut squash with beetroot and feta that comes with brocolli and an agava and balsamic dressing, just £3.99 for 1 serving.

Cook opened in Westbourne in September 2011 and has fast become a popular addition to the area. If you haven’t been in before, pop in to 120 Poole Road and have a look around. Cook make remarkable food for your freezer, prepared by hand using the same ingredients you would use at home. All the food is blast frozen at -35C so all the nutrients and flavours are locked in so it tastes freshly made when it’s removed from the oven or microwave. All dishes can be cooked from frozen.

Elaine and her staff, including son Lawrence, can also help with anything from canapés and one-pot meals to dinner parties. There is also a range of dinner party food for stress-free entertaining.

Going for Gold Cook food won Great Taste Gold awards in 2011 - the Oscars of the food industry! Ask in store for details of winning dishes.

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An apple a day... and tasty 2012

Some of our older readers will know that popular local greengrocer Fruits of the Forest has served the public for many years. In fact it’s history goes back over 40 years when there were three greengrocers in Westbourne.

Over time, due to economic change and a change in shoppers habits, Fruits of the Forest became the last remaining greengrocer in Westbourne.

We spoke to Daniel and his wife, Pin, about their time at Fruits of the Forest, “I took over the business seven years ago and ever since the first day, we have had great support and love from the locals. We always strive for great customer service and to supply the best local produce around.” He continues, “We’ve watched our young family grow and it has been a privilege to be part of the Westbourne community; it’s a great place to live, work and eat out! We wanted to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you from the bottom of our hearts for being so loyal and supportive of Fruits of the Forest.”

Due to the needs of raising a young family the business is now up for sale. Daniel and Pin are looking for someone who is not afraid of hard work, has the same belief in local traders and is passionate enough to want to save something true to everybody’s heart. If you are interested in running an important part of Westbourne’s high street, pop in and have a chat about this worthwhile business with lots of potential.

In the meantime it’s business as usual and everyone is encouraged to start 2012 the healthy way with good quality fruit and veg. Fruit of the Forest is continuing it’s boxed veg service, just call 01202 761646 to order and collect at your convenience!

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Start 2012 with the freshest, tastiest fruit and veg in Westbourne!

Call 01202 761646 to order boxed veg, ready to be collected at your convenience!

64 Seamoor Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9AS

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Mobile Musical Exercise to keep fit in 2012

'Melodies in Motion' sessions are totally energising. They stimulate the mind, exercise the body and lift the spirit.

Sue Robathan RGN has been running interactive music sessions for people in care homes, and other different community settings, for the past five years.

Those attending have come from different backgrounds and with varying capabilities; all have benefited and enjoyed the fun packed sessions.

Following a year’s training with ‘Younger 4 Longer’ Sue was awarded a Diploma in Teaching Evidence Based Exercise in July 2011. The course is accredited by the Royal College of Nursing.

From Tuesday 3rd January 2012, Sue will be offering weekly exercise classes at St Michael’s Church Hall in Poole Road. Each session lasts an hour. At 10am the mobile exercise to music session targets the more mature who are able and like to be more active. This is followed by the 11.15am chair-based session catering for the more mature and those unused to exercise.

Pre-recorded music, hand and leg weights, resistance bands and other props are brought to each session and the programme is adapted and varied to suit those attending. The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment with a therapeutic basis. Each session lifts the mood of those present and exercises the body with ensuing health benefits leading to improved self-esteem and improved quality of life.

'Melodies in Motion' sessions stimulate the mind, exercise the body and lift the spirit. Sign up for the classes, make new friends and make a difference in your life.

Costs are £4.00 for the first class and subsequently £5.00 per session.

Prepaid block bookings of 10 sessions receive a 10% discount.

If you would like to discuss other possibilities, e.g. musical fun parties for special birthdays or starting up a regular exercise session elsewhere, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Sue on 01202 282315.

For more details see www.melodiesinmotion.co.uk

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New Year, New You!

Starting Tuesday 3rd January 2012 Held at St Michael’s Church Hall, Poole Rd, BH2 5QU

Mobile Exercise to Music for the more mature and those that are able and like to be more active.

Tuesdays from 10am to 11am

Chair-based Exercise catering for the more mature and those unused to exercise.

Tuesdays from 11.15am to 12.15pm

Enquiries or to book please telephone:

01202 282315 or 07891 622869 Sue Robathan RGN

Diploma in Counselling.

Diploma in Evidence Based Exercise/Life Enrichment Facilitator for Older People* *Accredited by the Royal College of Nursing.

www.melodiesinmotion.co.uk

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Westbourne Bookshop

Welcome to the January Book Review and a big Happy New Year to everyone.

I hope you all had a fun-filled festive season and are now ready for 2012. We would all like to say a huge thank you for the cards and kind gifts of chocs and biscuits that you brought in to us at Christmas. So generous and thoughtful of you, and keeps us going when we’re too busy to stop for lunch!

This month I thought I’d recommend some paperbacks to curl up with on a cold winter’s night and some suggestions for books that you may not have received at Christmas, but may wish to purchase with your Book Tokens.

Below are some ‘New Year, New You’ suggestions, just in case you’ve overindulged over the festive season.

Secrets of Staying Young - Rosemary Conley £12.99 In her new book she shares some of her own experiences of looking and feeling young, as well as giving advice on diet, exercise, dressing for your age and shape, and medical advice about HRT, plastic surgery and how to stay fit despite the changes in your body.

18 Minutes: Find Your Focus, Master Distraction and Get the Right Things Done £9.99 18 Minutes shows how to create productive distractions, a practice that can be easily implemented in 18 minutes a day. The result is a simple yet comprehensive approach to managing your life a year, a day, and a moment at a time so that your life moves forward the way you want and at the pace you want.

Westbourne Bookshop 65 Poole Rd, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4 9BA Tel: 01202 768626

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Joanna Trollope – Daughters-in-Law £7.99 Rachel has always loved being at the centre of her large family, but when her youngest gets married, Rachel finds that control is slipping away. A power struggle develops which can only end in unhappiness; her three daughtersin-law want to do things their own way, and so, to her grief, do her sons...

Michael Dobbs – Lord’s Day £7.99 The State Opening of Parliament and the most magnificent Royal occasion of the year. The Queen, her Cabinet and all the most powerful people in the land are gathering in one room, the House of Lords, but none of them know they are about to endure the most terrifying day of their lives...

Camilla Lackberg – Stranger £7.99 For fans of Stieg Larsson and Jo Nesbo: a woman is found dead, apparently the victim of a tragic car crash. It's the first in a spate of seemingly inexplicable accidents in Tanumshede and marks the end of a quiet winter for detective Patrik Hedstrom and his colleagues.

Peter May – The Blackhouse £7.99 A brutal killing takes place on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland: a land of harsh beauty and inhabitants of deep-rooted faith. Murder Detective Inspector Macleod is sent from Edinburgh to investigate. The case represents a journey and a secret. Something sinister lurks within the close-knit island community.

Claire Tomalin – Charles Dickens: A Life £25 RRP£30 Claire Tomalin, author of ‘Whitbread Book of the Year: Samuel Pepys’, paints an unforgettable portrait of Dickens, capturing the complex character of this great genius.

Brian Cox – Quantum £20 Just what is quantum physics? How does it help us understand the world? Where does it leave Newton and Einstein? How can we be sure that the theory is good? Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw give us the real science, and reveal the profound theories that allow for concrete, yet astonishing, predictions about the world.

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Business Help is at Hand expert advice

We spoke to Mandy Fitzmaurice from the Change Partner Consultancy. She has over 20 years’ experience in human resources consultancy, change management and general management across a broad range of service industries.

“I saw how difficult it was for smaller businesses to be able to access high-quality human resource services, support and advice and so created Change Partner Consultancy to enable more companies to be able to access this kind of support through a range of flexible HR solutions that won’t break the bank”, explained Mandy. Mandy now works with business leaders and their teams to help them navigate and manage their way through the minefield of employment legislation and change that comes with running any kind of business in today’s world.

We asked Mandy about business in our area, “Westbourne plays host to a unique range of shops that make it a destination point for many people in and around the surrounding areas and is also a hidden store of many other high profile professional and service businesses, who have a great opportunity to work much more closely together and reap the rewards that will come as a result.”

Mandy shops local, “As a regular visitor to Westbourne, I can never walk past Courtenays Fine Art Gallery without popping in to see Rozanne Bell’s latest work and who could resist the delights of Chocol8??! I would also highly recommend Walkers Solicitors who offer high quality advice and provide excellent value for money.”

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Bournemouth Beaches Collapse!

Yes you read correctly! The staff of Bournemouth Beaches are ready to collapse after an extremely busy year.

“We cannot believe that in just 12 months we have done so much. A big thank you to all of our landlords from 2011 and a warm welcome to our new owners joining us for the 2012 season – we really look forward to working with you and providing the great service that only Bournemouth Beaches can offer”, explained Natalie.

She continued, “We are pleased to continue our association with JUST who provide us with in house maintenance support, out of hours service and now their newly formed JUST FLY who will provide all of our guest airport transfers for 2012. Add this to our in house laundry and linen hire service, online booking, extended hours to include Sunday opening, online concierge and flexible landlord options and you will see that we really go the extra mile. It is easier to say that no other agent in this area provides the same level of service as Bournemouth Beaches.

Something you may not know is that we also provide a professional residential lettings service – please call us if you would like to discuss some options. If you are not happy with your current agent or have tenant issues then we can help.”

On support for the the Southbourne Creative Hub, “Our interest in The Hub at Southbourne has proved very successful and looks to be a template for other similar organisations to work in community based projects.”

Natalie finally said, “Every year we improve and enhance our service to help our landlords and guests alike. This year we have employed an additional full time staff member, Hayley Chalmers, who along with working on our sales desk will take responsibility for our Social Media and PR department. We have also expanded all of our in house services and increased our property portfolio. “

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New Year, New Home?

Property

Philip & Kieran would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year from Southcoast Property.

“After celebrating our first Christmas and New Year we were not surprised to see the drop in activity during December and even to a certain extent November.

However, on a more positive note our vast database of quality applicants who decided not to pursue a move in the later months of 2011 are now actively searching for a new home”, explained Kieran.

“As a new agent we were not amazed, since our opening in April last year, at the amount of people looking for property in and around the Westbourne area. However, the shortage of available rental property was all too obvious. There were a number of occasions where as many as 10 – 20 applicants desperately tried to book viewings on the same property.” On one occasion explained Kieran, “I arrived at the office at 8.35am on a Monday morning after putting a property onto the internet the previous Saturday (pictured) to find a lady waiting with £300 in cash to reserve the property without even seeing it!”

The delighted customer did later explain that the 22 internal images gave her such a clear image that she did not need to see it! She and her partner and their little boy have been there nearly four months now and are extremely happy.

Philip looked 2012, “We see 2012 as a year of opportunity for anyone in the position to invest in residential property. With interest rates at an historic low and property prices almost 12% down on average across the country from four years ago now really is the time to invest, all be it wisely and with a little experienced guidance.”

For free property advice or a no obligation market appraisal please contact Southcoast Property on 01202 768885 or email on enquiries@southcoastpropertyltd.com Philip and Kieran’s final message was “Why not get the New Year off to a flying start and call us to see what we can offer!”

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Meridian Events Theatre day trips from £55 including travel and tickets!

Trips planned for ‘Crazy For You’, ‘Ghost’ & ‘War Horse’ in Spring 2012 On a Meridian Events trip there are many opportunities to visit the theatre and other atttractions on day trips to London, Southampton or Chichester.

Contact Julie on 01202 428888 Email: julie@homeuser.net Web: www.meridianevents.co.uk

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Social Groups & Things to Do group in the Westbourne area

Bournemouth Lions Club Empowering volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs. Visit www.bournemouthlions.org.uk The Westbourne Orchestral Society Practice every Friday, 7.30 - 9.30pm. Concerts are held locally and they are always happy to welcome new members. For more info visit: www.westbourne-orchestra.co.uk Reading Group (Booktalk) 1st, 2nd & 4th Mon 5 - 6pm, 3rd Mon 6 - 7pm A social group that get together to talk about books, share their thoughts and have fun, held at Westbourne Library. Please contact the Library on 01202 761845 to check availability before attending.

Westbourne Rotary Club Thursdays at 7.30am at The Savoy Hotel Email for more info: info@westbournerotary.org.uk Children's Storytime (pre-school ages) Thursdays 2.15 - 2.45pm at Westbourne Library.

Please contact the Library on 01202 761845 to check availability before attending.

Argyll Bowling Club on West Overcliff Drive Full programme throughout the season, includes regular weekday and Saturday league matches, plus friendly matches that take place during the week.

Find out more: www.argyllbowlingclub.co.uk

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Drop & Shop at Bee a Bug Don't drag the kids around the shops, or to appointments, leave them with Bee A Bug’s fully qualified staff & let them learn through play whilst you attend appointments.... in peace!

Creche open Mon, Wed & Fri from 9am-4pm See www.beeabug.co.uk for details.

Meridian Friends An organisation for seniors in the area. Events throughout the year and plenty of social meetings.

Contact Julie on 01202 428888 to find out more.

Cornerstone Provides a meeting place for older friends in the area. Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Weds of each month for interesting talks, videos, and other activities - covering a wide range of topics.

Held at West Cliff Baptist Church.

Bournemouth Folk Club Regular gigs held at Centre Stage (on Queens Road). Diverse range of musicians from around world. 01202 707498 or www.bournemouthfolkclub.com The Chicken Soup Choir Every Tuesday at 8pm in Centre Stage, Queens Rd Large community choir, over 60 people singing modern rock, pop and gospel songs. Regular performances at the venue and throughout the area.

What’s On Calendar See a full list of Westbourne based groups and events on our website, visit www.westbourne.info

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Medical 01202 752550 Westbourne Medical Centre Westbourne Medical Centre Pharmacy 01202 762680 01202 665511 Poole Hospital 01202 303626 Bournemouth Hospital 0845 46 47 NHS Direct Dentists Westbourne Dental Practice Only Orthodontics Nigel Sutton Dentists

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Emergency Services Westbourne Safer Neighbourhood Team Bournemouth Police Crimestoppers Dorset Fire & Rescue Floodline (info and advice) British Gas (report leaks) Environment Agency

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Services Southern Electric Bournemouth Water Wessex Water Nuisance Call Report Line

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Find more local shops and services Visit our website www.westbourne.info for a comprehensive directory of local shops, services and websites.

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Tax Doesn’t Have To Be Taxing from local chartered accountants

We spoke to Bill Belcher and Jenna Kiddell from the Accountancy Fellowship, established in 1985 and based in Westbourne. Together they have 41 years experience of working with small to medium sized businesses and personal tax clients.

Bill told us more, “Together with support staff we assist companies, partnerships and individuals with services from basic bookkeeping and payroll, through accounts production to advanced taxation.

Our emphasis is on ensuring maximum tax savings and facilitating an easy path for clients to follow.”

“Our aim is to provide clients with an affordable and professional service utilising advanced accounts and tax software. We pride ourselves on prompt attention to clients, being approachable whilst still being good value for money.”

If you’d like to benefit from their expert advice, Bill and Jenna are delighted to offer a free of charge 30 minute consultation for potentail new clients. Call 01202 757385 to book your free appointment. in their Tax Returns? all traders go wrong Q. Where do most sm expenses are not maximised with the able A. We find that allow of loss of tax saving. possible consequence personal benefits are Q. What non-taxable rs not aware of? cto ire -D ner Ow bile phone contracts most t if Directors arrange mo tax-tree perk! tha is this of le a n A. One examp the is use any personal in the company name, s not claim? yee plo em st mo do ief Q. What extra tax rel ief if business im additional tax rel A. Employees can cla yer plo em ir car for the mileage in a personal lished rates. pub RC HM the ow is reimbursed bel

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