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Friday, February 22 – Thursday, February 28, 2019 Since 2011 / Volume IX / No. 8 20 Baht TOURIST GORED AS TREKKING ELEPHANT GOES WILD > PAGE 3 NEWS PAGE 3 Greek hunted for brutal murder of AT THE local beautician READY FIREFIGHTERS PUT LIFE PAGE 11 Marine mural ON STANDBY AS art for turtle’s DRY CONDITIONS sake in Mai Khao TAKE HOLD, SMALL Firefighters across the island are on standby to respond to any wildfires that may break out. Photo: The Phuket News / file WILDFIRES BREAK OUT

Tanyaluk Sakoot “Fires can easily start from peo- fire, the provincial level will step in,” fire was spreading quickly,” Sub Lt & Eakkapop Thongtub ple’s activities, such as burning trash, Mr Prapan added. Suwarin explained. [email protected] as well as dry grass and activities in The order followed a spate of “Concerned that the fire would fields. During weather like this, such small wildfires breaking out at five soon grow out of control, a total of SPORT PAGE 32 irefighters throughout Phuket fires can spread quickly,” he warned. different locations on the island eight fire trucks were called in. It took have been put on alert follow- The order was handed down to last Sunday (Feb 16), with the most all of them two hours to completely Phuket City FC Fing a spate of small wildfires all local municipalities and tambon threatening fire, along the Cherng stop the fire,” Sub Lt Suwarin added. breaking out across the island. Prapan administration organisations (OrBor- Talay – Baan Don Rd in Thalang, “We are not sure what started the Kanprasang, Chief of the Phuket Tor) to be responsible for their areas. taking eight firetrucks two hours to fire. Nobody knows how it happened first home match Provincial Office of the Department “All fire equipment and firetrucks bring under control. yet,” he said. held at Surakul of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation must be ready at every local adminis- By that time, the fire had scorched “Luckily, the firefighters stopped (DDPM-Phuket) confirmed the order tration,” Mr Prapan explained. about three rai of a coconut plantation. the fire before it got close to mansions, on Wednesday (Feb 20). “They must understand that this Sub Lt Suwarin Mrodmuang of luxury villas and residents’ homes,” “This year the dry season has is their own responsibility. They have the Cherng Talay Police was notified Sub Lt Suwarin noted. arrived quickly. Hot weather and a their own fire departments to respond of the fire at 4:30pm. Mr Prapan called on residents to lack of rain in areas can cause fires to fires, whether they be household “I immediately informed the fire- take precautions to prevent fires from to spread easily, just like every year,” fires or wildfires,” he said. fighters from Cherng Talay OrBorTor starting, and take proactive steps to Mr Prapan said. “If they are not able to control a and Cherng Talay Municipality. The prevent them from spreading… CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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[email protected] Russia set to open Consulate-General in Phuket before News year’s end > page 4 Chalong Underpass makes breakthrough Cleaning Koh Racha THE TUNNEL THAT WILL become the Chalong Under- Go Eco spurs DMCR action over reef blocks pass has now been fully ex- Waranya Prompinpiras but when they dive there, they cavated and the construction [email protected] see a boat that had been sunk engineer for the project still to be a dive site and nearby hopes that the underpass will he Department of they see these blocks. be open to traffic in April. Marine and Coastal “At the end of January, a Somkiet Yimpong, Project Resources (DMCR) foreign tourist took pictures The tunnel has now been T Manager at the Phuket office of fully excavated and the will move to tidy up a pile of of these blocks and posted on the Highways Department, told underpass is hoped to open artificial reef blocks dumped their own social media with The Phuket News last Friday to traffic in April. Photo: on the sea bed off Koh Racha the caption ‘Concrete waste (Feb 15) that the tunnel break- Phuket Highways Office Yai, south of Phuket, as they of Phuket tourism’,” he said. through came in late January. have been targeted as an eye- One pile alone comprises Work on installing the phase, but hopefully this will sore for foreign tourist divers. about 20-30 blocks, amongst panelling along the walls of be all done before the end of The news follows local The unsightly pile of unused artificial reef blocks dumped about 100 blocks across the the underpass have already April,’ he said. marine conservation group on the sea bed in Kon Kare Bay at Koh Racha Yai, south of sea floor, Mr Ittiput explained. begun, he said. Meanwhile, the structure Go Eco Phuket posting photos Phuket, is drawing fire from tourists. Photo: Go Eco Phuket After being informed that “We still have to install all that now sits in the middle of of the pile of concrete cubic DMCR Chief Mr Jatuporn had the fume-extraction fans, noise what used to be Chalong Circle frames, sitting piled up on the News last Friday (Feb 15) that Go Eco Phuket confirmed ordered for action to be taken, dampers, water pumps, lights is nearly complete. sea floor in “Bay 1” off Koh the Go Eco Phuket post had that the pile of blocks sit at the Mr Ittiput said, “I am glad that and other things, but overall Construction of the tower Racha, on its Facebook page been brought to the attention bottom of Kon Kare Bay, on the DMCR gives importance right now the construction pro- is on schedule to be complete last Wednesday (Feb 13). of DMCR Director-General the east side of Koh Racha to this issue… If the DMCR ject stands at 76% complete,” next month, Mr Somkiet said. Nipon Thongyoo, head of Jatuporn Buruspat. Yai. Local divers refer to the is not ready to fix this, if it Mr Somkiet said. The tower is being built at the Development of Fisheries “Now, he has ordered me bay simply as “Bay 1”. does not have the budget or Mr Somkiet still hopes a cost of B3 million, as part of and Marine Environment to fix this problem. I plan to Go Eco Phuket Secretary the workers ready, they can for the underpass to open to the overall B546mn budget for Division at the Department do so in the next two to three Ittiput Schadt told The Phuket call us for help. We believe traffic in April. “Once all the the entire underpass project, of Marine and Coastal Re- weeks, but we cannot do any- News, “Foreign tourists pay that there are many volunteer systems are installed we will he explained. sources (DMCR) head office thing right now as the wind is money to dive at Racha Yai. divers who are willing to help have to go through the testing The Phuket News in Bangkok, told The Phuket too strong,” Mr Nipon said. It is a very beautiful island, re-arrange the blocks,” he said.

Wildfire, drought plans take shape Continued from page 1 ...“Do not throw away cigarette butts in risk areas, such as dry grass. Also, please keep fire extinguishers in good condition at all times,” he said. He also urged people who see any fire unattended and seemingly causing risk to life or property to call the 199 fire emer- gency hotline. “In case of fire, people should use any fire extinguishers available to counter the fire The fire in Cherng Talay scorched three rai while waiting for help to arrive. Local fire near homes. Photo: Eakkapop Thongtub departments in Phuket will deal with fires in their areas. We have teams of firefight- three water-supply systems connected to- ers with equipment that can access where gether that can supply 23,000 cubic meters fires are and help people very quickly,” Mr of water each day,” Mayor Somjai explained. Prapan said. “The municipality uses municipal water Mr Prapan on Wednesday stressed that supplies, private tin mining lagoons and Bang Phuket had not yet been officially declared Wad Reservoir to provide tap water,” she said. amid a “drought”, though admitted a “drought Bang Wad Reservoir currently contains plan” had been drawn up and was to be about 4,090,595 m3 of water; municipality presented to Phuket Governor Phakaphong raw water sources contain about 657,161 m3; Tavipatana soon. Suan Luang Park lake contains about 159,998 Meanwhile, Phuket City Mayor Somjai m3; a lake near Vachira Phuket Hospital Suwansupana this week called on Phuket contains about 126,005 m3; the lake along Town residents to prepare for water rationing Soi Pha-niang contains about 175,000 m3; in case rain does not arrive soon to replenish Mayor Somjai explained. the town’s water-supply reserves. “However, if there is no rain for a long “We are requesting cooperation from the time, or the raw water sources run too low, public to save water,” Mayor Somjai said. Phuket City Municipality has prepared a “From January-April every year, we have plan to prevent water shortages,” she said. dry conditions,” she added. “If the amount of raw water is not enough, Mayor Somjai explained that Phuket City Phuket City Municipality will have to reduce Municipality provides tap water to more than the water pressure from 10am to 5pm and 18,096 residences in Phuket Town and nearby from 10pm to 5am each day,” she explained. areas and admitted that water reserves were “This may cause people in some areas, lower than usual for this time of year, but such as far from water-supply points or in also called on residents to not panic. high areas, to have less water and possibly “There is no crisis yet because we use no water flowing at certain times,” she said.

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 PHUKET NEWS 3 Interpol help sought, Greek husband wanted for murder The tsunami-evacuation drill Waranya Prompinpiras Regardless, Ms Niramon went on to in Patong will be on Mar 7. [email protected] marry Chairopoulos the following year. Photo: The Phuket News / file Col Serm said police had obtained herng Talay Police have filed CCTV footage showing the couple Patong tsunami a request for Interpol to issue leaving the room in the afternoon of drill announced Ca Red Notice for the arrest of Feb 11 – the last time that Ms Niramon 42-year-old Greek national Dimitrios was seen alive. A tsunami-evacuation drill Chairopoulos, who is wanted for the The couple returned to the room will be held in Patong next murder of Phuket beautician Niramon that evening, but Chairopoulos was month as authorities prepare Aewkaew. seen leaving the room alone that night, for a regional exercise in April The request was submitted with Col Serm explained. or May. the Foreign Affairs Division of the Chairopoulos was reported as clear- The evacuation drill in Royal Thai Police and the Office of ing Immigration to exit the country Patong will be conducted the Attorney-General in Bangkok at Phuket International Airport at on March 7, Phuket Vice yesterday, Cherng Talay Police Chief 10:14pm that same night. Governor Supoj Rotreuang Col Serm Kwannimit confirmed to The Niramon Aewkaew was “He had bought a ticket from Phuket Na Nongkhai confirmed at a Phuket News on Wednesday (Feb 20). found battered to death last to Dubai,” Col Serm said. meeting held on Feb 13. Saturday (Feb 16) Photo: “The request is for the Royal Thai According to Phuket Immigration The meeting comprised Tookta Massage for Health Police to ask Interpol to issue a Red & Beauty Salon. records, Chairopoulos boarded Emir- officials from local municipali- Notice for the arrest of Chairopoulos,” ates Flight EK0379 to Dubai, departing ties, who were told to begin Col Serm added. INSET: Greek Dimitrios Phuket at 2am. preparations for the exercise. The request for the Interpol Red Chairopoulos left Phuket “We are already working on hav- Prapan Kanprasang, chief Notice follows Phuket Provincial Court just hours after Ms Niramon ing Chairopoulos taken under arrest,” of DDPM-Phuket told The on Monday (Feb 18) issuing a warrant was last seen alive. Col Serm said. Phuket News, “Officials and for the arrest of Chairopoulos, Col “We have already asked the Greek the public should understand Serm explained. When Ms Niramon’s body was poulos were married at the time of her Embassy in Bangkok for their coop- the evacuation procedure That arrest warrant was issued discovered, by her sister, her hands death. “Their marriage was registered eration in arresting him. We have prior to the regional exercise after Cherng Talay Police confirmed and feet were still bound and she had at the Thalang District Office in 2017,” already sent them a copy of the arrest that will be carried out at the that Chairopoulos was seen leaving a black cloth stuffed into her mouth. he said. warrant,” he added. end of April or May by the the room at a guesthouse in Bang Tao Police have confirmed that they are However, Col Serm also noted that “Staff at the Greek Embassy have National Disaster Warning where Ms Niramon’s body was found waiting for the results of a post-mortem one year earlier, in 2016, Ms Niramon already called me to confirm details Centre (NDWC). on Saturday (Feb 16). examination to determine whether filed a report at Cherng Talay Police of the case,” Col Serm said. “NDWC officials will be Ms Niramon, 43, originally from Ms Niramon was sexually assaulted. Station alleging that Chairopoulos, in However, at this stage it has yet to in Phuket during the regional Phatthalung, had been battered to Col Serm confirmed to The Phuket a jealous rage, had threatened to kill be confirmed what action the Greek exercise,” he added. death. News that Ms Niramon and Chairo- her if she ever left him. Embassy will take, he noted. Tanyaluk Sakoot

Tourist gored amid elephant trek AN ITALIAN TOURIST WAS GORED after he and his friend were thrown to the ground during an attack by an elephant they were riding during a jungle trek in Phang Nga on Tuesday (Feb 19). Italian tourists Manuel Trofa, 29, and Francesco Di Megu, 31, were injured in the attack, which happened at about 10:30am. They were riding through a palm oil planta- tion in Tambon Song Phraek, on Phang Nga’s The Italian tourists were rushed to hospital northern border with Surat Thani province, after they were attacked by the elephant confirmed Lt Col Boriboon Yusuksomboon they were riding on. Photo: Phangnga Wat of the Thung Kha Ngok Police. Kao Charoen Tham Rescue Staff Col Boriboon stressed to The Phuket News that the elephant, 8-year-old bull Thanwa the camp to help take the elephant and tie it (meaning “December”), from Bangkaew up in a safe place,” he added. Adventure Tour, was not in musth. Mr Di Megu was rushed to Phang Nga “We are not sure what provoked the elephant Hospital, where doctors closed his wound. to act violently, it was probably just because “He will be taken to Bangkok Hospital of the mood of the elephant,” he said. Phuket today (Feb 20), where doctors will “And this elephant has never caused harm determine what further treatment he may to humans before,” Col Boriboon added. need,” Col Boriboon said. The mahout, 26-year-old Kanchanapong “Mr Trofa suffered injuries to his left leg. Karnvijit, told police that they were riding At this stage we are not sure if it was broken along when Thanwa began acting unusually, in the attack,” he added. Col Boriboon explained. Mr Trofa has already been brought to “The elephant started trying to shake the Bangkok Hospital Phuket, Col Boriboon noted. people off its back, so Mr Kanjanapong used The mahout, Mr Kanchanapong, suffered the hook once, but the elephant shook more no major injuries and did not require hospital until the two tourists and Mr Kanchanapong treatment, he said. were thrown off,” he said. “At this stage we still do not know whether After throwing the tourists and the ma- or not tourists will claim damages, but the hout to the ground, Thanwa turned on them tour company has insurance coverage for and gored Mr Di Megu in the stomach. The medical expenses (in such situations),” Col wound saw some of his small intestines spill Boriboon said. out, Col Boriboon said. “If medical costs exceed the insurance “Mr Kanchanapong and other mahouts coverage, by law the tour company must be together stopped the elephant from hurting responsible for paying it,” he said. the tourists any more. They called staff from Waranya Prompinpiras thephuketnews @thephuketnews 4 PHUKET NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019

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Russian Consulate-General to open in Phuket this year Driver fined B400 THE RUSSIAN FEDERA- tion is expected to open a Consulate-General in Phuket for reckless U-turn later this year to cater to the Waranya Prompinpiras needs of the resident Russian [email protected] expat community and Russian tourists alike, Russian Am- woman who made a bassador to Thailand Evgeny For years Russian residents dangerous U-turn in Tomikhin has announced. of Phuket had to fly to A Kathu last Wednes- GENERAL MANAGER Mr Tomikhin made his Bangkok to get the consular day (Feb 13) that forced a tour announcement on Feb 9 in services they need. bus to swerve off the road and Jason Beavan front of Russian reporters in into a power pole – cutting off 086 479 7471 [email protected] the run-up to Diplomats’ Day, number of Russians resident power supply to the area for an event celebrated by the abroad, alongside Bangkok, four hours – has been fined The bus swerved to avoid hitting a white Fortuner that had Russian Ministry of Foreign Pattaya, Koh Samui, Hua Hin B400 for reckless driving. made a U-turn right in front of it. Image: Kathu Police CCTV Affairs (MFA) and its staff and Chiang Mai. The bus struck the power each year on Feb 10. It has yet to be officially pole with enough force to snap There were no tourists on Fortuner, 45-year-old Saichol “We are planning to begin announced where the Consu- the pillar in two. Communica- the bus at the time. Muasikew, later presented work to open our Consulate- late-General will be located tions and internet cables were The bus driver, 28-year- herself at the police station, General in Phuket this year. and when exactly it will open also felled in the impact. old Aithakorn Jamratklang, confirmed L/Cpl Phatchara That will give a boost to our its doors on the island. The incident occurred was not injured in the impact, Wichernnara of the Kathu diplomatic presence,” Rus- A Russian Honorary Con- at the U-turn in front of the though the front of the bus Police. sia’s TASS agency quotes the sulate opened last year on Koh entrance to Soi Samakkhi Si sustained damage and a broken She was fined B400 for Ambassador as saying. Samui, one of the top destina- Kor on Phra Phuket Kaew Rd windscreen. reckless driving causing dam- Mr Tomikhin stressed that tions for Russian tourists and at about 5:30pm, confirmed Mr Aithakorn explained age to another person's prop- Phuket ranks high on the list of expats in Thailand. Capt Nipon Temsang of the to police that he had swerved erty, Capt Nipon said. Thai locations with the biggest Anton Makhrov Kathu Police. to avoiding hitting a white “She said she was shocked Fortuner SUV that had made and scared. She presented a U-turn right in front of him. herself at the police station By avoiding hitting the For- without police having to track SALES SUPPORT tuner, he was unable to avoid her down,” he added. Siriporn (Nok) Seangmas hitting the power pole, he said. “Miss Saichol will be held 086 479 7470 [email protected] Meanwhile, the white For- responsible for paying dam- tuner continued on its way and ages for the cost of repairing left the scene. the broken power pole and The entire incident was for the cost of repairs for the recorded on Kathu Police bus,” Capt Nipon said. traffic camera CCTV. Waranya Prompinpiras However, the driver of the and Eakkapop Thongtub

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The Phuket News @thephuketnews [email protected] EDITORIAL TOP 10 STORIES ON thephuketnews.com Last orders, please Phuket Immigration clari- s residents and tourists areas where an election for a sibly later – but very likely to 1 fies new rules on retirement visas to start March 1 CONTACT US alike witnessed this public post is being held. all be held before the end of the [email protected] 076 612 550 week, Thailand still On March 24, that means a year. We are hoping that some Phuket Opinion: Fear and hasA laws in effect bringing in nationwide alcohol ban. common sense will prevail 2 loathing in paradise nationwide alcohol bans. The What most people have and that all the local council KODCHANAT THINSEPON Patong tsunami evacuation ban this week was for Makha yet to realise is that with the elections for Phuket are held drill announced Editor Bucha, one of five religious national election out of the way, across the island on one day, 3 days throughout the year on the door opens for elections for with the PPAO election held Patong traffic alert for CHRIS HUSTED which the sale of alcohol is every single local council and on another. 4 Central opening Executive Editor banned by law. elected seat in the country as That would create just two Police hunt killer of local 084 307 7408 [email protected] The ban applies to every all of them have now exceeded more islandwide alcohol bans in 5 beautician person in the Kingdom, and the maximum four years for Phuket due to elections, instead Fifteen years working in news and Police probe launched after covering local issues and events we have four more to go this any incumbent. of having 20 more piecemeal Chinese tourist suffers DCS in Phuket, with 18-month hiatus 6 year: Visakha Bucha (May In Phuket, that means elec- alcohol bans in constituencies in ‘try dive’ spent working for the Brunei Times on Borneo. From Queensland, 18), Asarnha Bucha (July 16), tions will be held for 19 local where and when local elections Australia; 10 years living in the UK Khao Pansa (July 17) and Wan councils – 12 municipalities and are being held, including the Chalong Underpass makes before moving to Phuket in 2000. Degree in business manage- breakthrough ment. Spare time spent sailing or with family. Org Pansa (Oct 13). seven tambon administration heavy tourist areas of Patong, 7 With the March 24 national organisations (OrBorTor) – as Karon and elsewhere along Patong Police Chief: Leave election just four weeks away, well as the provincial elections Phuket’s west coast as well as 8 your valuables at home those who have not been in for council members of the in Phuket Town. PORIA MERMAND Alcohol sales prohibited on Thailand for electoral polls – Phuket Provincial Adminis- In a country with its most News & Sport Editor 9 Makha Bucha Day [email protected] and specifically expats who tration (PPAO, or OrBorJor). popular faith eternally calling landed on the island in the According to the Phuket for people to find the middle Phuket health officials, From risk analyst to music producer to news editor, Poria has worked in past four years – are about to office of the Election Com- way in resolving issues in life, 10 police unite to enforce various contrasting fields following his Makha Bucha alcohol ban graduation from university. Growing learn that the Election Act also mission of Thailand, the local surely we can find some middle up in central London before moving mandates that an alcohol ban elections for these posts are all ground on this particular issue, Visit thephuketnews.com to Phuket in 2016, he has but one be enforced from midnight to expected be held sometime especially on the country’s ambition, freedom. for all the latest news midnight on election day in from May through July – pos- most successful tourism island.

AMY BRYANT Lifestyle Editor HAVE YOUR SAY [email protected] Former freelance writer and editor for Rules and regs pays the fines no matter the alternative for many things but I highly doubt it’s an insur- a music news and reviews website in amount, so logic says don’t to dump them. The pick-up ance scam. Even the expensive the UK. Now turning her hobby into Re: Holding the balance: a career with The Phuket News and Phuket Immigration clari- bother, right? service is an excellent idea policies only cover you for a broadening her scope from music CaptainJack69 but it’s unsustainable and wont few hundred euros. It does to, well, everything. Likes the weird fies new rules on retirement and wonderful. visas to start March 1 last unless a fee is charged. seem fishy though. That date of 21st October Although the fine is very CaptainJack69 Alan Stephen 2008 is a misprint. It should low for dangerous driving, TANYALUK ‘MANGO’ read 21st October 1998 as per the costs of all the repairs is Valuable lesson SAKOOT police order. going to be pretty high. Not such a long Re: Patong Police issue Reporter Sir Burr suave warning and advice after way to go 091 165 0260 Re: Chalong Underpass [email protected] French tourist’s bag is sto- The issue is the constant len with thousands of euros makes breakthrough changing of rules. Lots of Trash talk inside it. When it is finally com- my mates are now looking to Re: Koh Kaew OrBorTor A fool and her money are pleted, there will still be a NATTINEE ‘MILK’ move elsewhere in SE Asia. tackles roadside dumping soon parted. Why carry that roundabout! Someone should KITTISITTO Congratulations to the much money knowing you have videoed this start to fin- Translator Bill Latham OrBorTor President Khuakiet will be leaving your bag unat- ish and put it to Benny Hill's 082 422 7933 [email protected] Chitkhua on a brilliant idea. tended? If I know I’m going theme song. Driving a hard Now how about islandwide? to the beach I will only carry Galong bargain A small fee could be charged B500-1,000 with me. NITAD ‘TAE’ MANEE Re: Driver fined B400 for and some of the items col- Cara Love I am optimistic that it will THANAPONG ‘OAK’ KHAO-AMPHAIPHAN reckless driving as tour bus lected could be repurposed. be two lanes, fully drained, NIRAVIT ‘MOS’ VORAVANITCHA slams into power pole to Island Man When I go to the beach great signal system and safe Graphic designers avoid collision I know roughly how much I speed cameras. Or any one of B400 – that will teach her! Whichever OrBorTor is need; the rest, including es- the above. Please. I can’t stand Fascinated in charge of Koh Siray, they sential documents (passport, another year of being trapped need to do something about ID, drivers licence), stay in below Chalong all summer. The Phuket News Why is it that the wages the increasing amount of trash the safe. Never had a problem Vanessa Louise Temple people expect to earn here being dumped in the mangrove in my 15 years visiting any @thephuketnews have increased ten-fold in between the bridge and the destination in Thailand. Three million for the tower. the last decade but the traf- clocktower. Stephan Koechli Crazy. Just for someone to hit fic fines are still stuck in the Galong within three months. ADVERTISING 80s? B400 is only just above Insurance scam? Sorry Nigel Ward the minimum day’s wage on Recycling locations should for the cynicism, but who Phuket. An effective deterrent be provided by every munici- would take a bag to the beach No central barrier. Looks 076 612 550 ext. 605 is a week’s wages, not just pality. Somewhere people can containing a wad of cash, and like a lot of accidents are going Fax: 076 612 553 the cost of a cheap dinner. Of take their “unacceptable” not know exactly how much? to happen in there. course we all know that no one waste. Currently there is no Geoffrey Morris Anthony Bridges [email protected] thephuketnews.com 99/7 Moo 1 (Billion Plaza), T. Kathu, A. Kathu, Phuket 83120 Have an opinion? Comment on stories at thephuketnews.com

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THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 THAILAND NEWS 7 Crackdown on criminal monks CSD chief vows to make 2019 year of ‘sweeping temples clean’ records] and local police don’t NATIONWIDE pay much heed. Bangkok Post “If no immediate action is taken, not only will Bud- he Crime Suppression dhism be marred, but monks Division (CSD) has wearing saffron merely to hide Tadded a Suphan Buri their misdeeds will also raise temple abbot to a list of ar- concerns over the safety of rested criminal suspects on temple-goers,” he said. Valentine’s Day in its latest “They do not know wheth- operation to “purify” Bud- er monks they wai, or pay dhism in the country. respect to, are in fact involved A day earlier the CSD an- in serious crimes.” nounced it nabbed 18 monks A monk in a temple in accused of various wrongdo- the north-eastern province of ings, including murders and Kalasin had been also on the sexual harassment. run for a charge of attempted CSD chief Chiraphop Phu- murder for 15 years, the CSD ridet vowed his agency will said. make 2019 a year of “sweep- The alleged wrongdoing ing temples clean” by further of Phra Bunchu, or Bunchu unmasking criminals-turned- Champasi, 48, after he, along monks nationwide. with a female suspect, injured Investigators are identify- CSD chief Chiraphop Phuridet vowed his agency will make 2019 a year of ‘sweeping temples clean’. Photo: AFP a rival with a broken bottle ing who they are and track- during a dispute in Rayong ing down where they were themselves, he stressed. “I escaped charges of attempted The following year, he on Valentine’s Day last week. in 2007 was totally unknown ordained, getting clues from want to purify the religion, murder and illegal possession again fired a gun at a person Cases like this are danger- to his followers in Kalasin. piles of arrest warrants. so people will trust monks of weapons for 15 years. on Koh Samui. ous as suspects often simply The CSD says it needs help “I’ve ordered CSD offic- wholeheartedly again.” The 40-year-old monk is The suspect entered the continue to offend. if it is to nab these monks. ers to conduct cross-country The latest case in Suphan actually Paphonsan Phetphun monkhood to escape arrest “They exploit people’s “Temples and people deal- investigations by looking at Buri, the 19th on the list, came who, along with his friends, warrants issued by Nakhon faith to commit more wrong- ing with ordination must each arrest warrant,” Pol Maj to light after police found Phra allegedly shot a rival in Nak- Sri Thammarat and Samui doings,” Maj Gen Chiraphop carefully check the criminal Gen Chiraphop said. Sangkharak Kanatathamo, hon Sri Thammarat’s Tha Sala provincial courts and appeared said. backgrounds of prospective The suspects cannot sim- abbot of Wat Ro Charoen district in 2006, according to to have evaded arrest until “The problem is, people monks,” Maj Gen Chiraphop ply use the monkhood to shield in Bang Pla Ma district, had the CSD. police caught up with him don’t know [their past criminal said.

Gen Apirat Kongsompong (right). Photo: AFP Army chief’s song evokes protest to stop the playing of the Bancha Panwiwat said the BANGKOK song Nak Phandin (Burden military protected the coun- on the Land) over the army’s try and they supported the SMALL GROUPS OF PRO- many radio outlets and at military. and anti-military activists army units. About 50 police super- gathered in front of army He said that the lyrics ac- vised the scene. headquarters on Wednesday cused political opponents of Earlier this week, Gen (Feb 20), expressing opinions undermining society. Apirat responded to politi- on the army chief’s predilec- Another anti-regime activ- cians’ election policies prom- tion for an anti-communist ist, Ekachai Hongkangwan ising to cut the defence budget song from the mid-1970s. loudly played the anti-regime and end compulsory con- Activists and police also song Prathet Ku Mee (What scription by recommending engaged in a brief song battle. My Country’s Got). Seconds they listen to the song Nak The two groups showed later police countered with Phandin – a right-wing anti- up about the same time on the national contribution song communist song associated Ratchadamnoen Avenue. Khwam Fan An Soong Sood with the massacre of students Police quickly separated them (Greatest Dream), played and activists on Oct 6, 1976. and let anti-regime activists briefly and loudly on a big This drew strong criticism, express their views first. portable speaker. Later a and demands that the army Among them, Prit Chi- pro-military group from Thon commander-in-chief stay out warak called on army chief Buri area of Bangkok took of politics. Gen Apirat Kongsompong its turn. Leading the group, Bangkok Post

@thephuketnews 8 THAILAND NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 Poisonous pesticides for now National committee rejects ban on toxic agricultural chemicals dustry, Apichin Jotikasthira BANGKOK disagreed with the petition, Bangkok Post saying it was only supporting the use of paraquat, glyphosate he national commit- and chlorpyrifos in farming tee on hazardous sub- areas until new substances Tstances has rejected can replace the chemicals. a request by a network to On Wednesday Feb 13, support a total ban on the members of the Pharmacy use of three toxic agricultural Council organised a small chemicals, namely paraquat, public protest to demand glyphosate and chlorpyrifos an immediate ban on two in Thailand. herbicides, paraquat and The national committee glyphosate, and the pesti- on hazardous substances held cide chlorpyrifos by the end a special meeting on Thurs- of the year in the interests of day (Feb 14) to consider the public safety. network’s request for the ban, In a statement, council which has also received sup- president Assoc Prof Jiraporn port from the Public Health Limpananont said a ban would Ministry and the Office of the be in line with the internation- Ombudsman. Last December, ally recognised precautionary the Ombudsman submitted principle on the control of its suggestion to the panel hazardous substances, to pro- that it should ban paraquat tect farmers and consumers, by Jan 1, 2020. and the principle of ensur- The network, which con- ing sustainable agricultural The national committee on hazardous substances rejected a ban on paraquat, glyphosate and chlorpyrifos. Photo: AFP sists of almost 700 organisa- resources. tions from across the country, She said the three chem- faeces), water, plants and food. tional Agency for Research on to the weedkiller, Assoc Prof plants they can be used, and says it is mulling whether to icals were extremely poi- Fifty-three countries had Cancer. Researchers had found Jiraporn said. which shops will be licensed appeal to the Central Ad- sonous. A few teaspoons of already banned its use, includ- it in mothers and umbilical Chlorpyrifos retarded to sell them. ministrative Court against paraquat were lethal. Re- ing the biggest producer of cords. Many countries had children’s learning ability Mr Apichin said the com- the decision. searchers had found paraquat paraquat, China, she said. banned it and the chemical’s and had been found in the mittee had spent four hours However, the committee contamination in the blood of Glyphosate was deemed a producer in Germany lost blood of pregnant women and discussing the petition and meeting chaired by deputy pregnant women, umbilical carcinogen (a substance that a major legal dispute, with umbilical cords. it was banned agreed improper use of any permanent-secretary for in- cords, meconium (a newborn’s causes cancer) by the Interna- nearly 10,000 lawsuits related in many countries, including hazardous substances would the United States, she said. have impacts on people's The three are still com- health and the environment. monly used by Thai farmers The authorities would have in the cultivation of corn, to make sure the direct users cassava, sugarcane, rubber, of those chemical substances oil palm, and fruits. realise how to use them prop- Apichin Jotikasthira said erly, he said. the panel will evaluate the The Department of Ag- controlled use of the chemicals riculture is the prime state every three months to see agency that will help provide whether control measures are information on the proper use effective. “We will reconsider of the chemical substances. the matter in two years in Prokchol Ousat, coordina- regards to whether we will tor of Thai-PAN, one of the ban them or not,” he said. organisations in the network, He said the Ministry of said she was disappointed with Agriculture and Coopera- the committee appeared not to tives will issue regulations care about the people's health on control of the use of the and environment. substances, including limit- “The network is consider- ing exports, restrictions on ing to appeal to the court,” The three agro-chemicals are still commonly used by Thai farmers for corn, cassava and other crops. Photo: AFP which areas and on which he said.

Robbers bomb ATM, get no cash the cash box showed only a CHANTHABURI few dents and the thieves were unable to open it. A SMALL BOMB WAS An eyewitness said he detonated at an ATM in heard an explosion at about Khlung district about 2am 1:54am, when he was adding on Wednesday (Feb 20), but money to his prepaid phone the cash box remained intact account at a kiosk about 100 and the two would-be robbers A capture from Channel 8 metres away. He saw two fled empty-handed. news footage shows the men, who covered their heads The explosion occurred as bombed Bangkok Bank ATM. as they fled on a blue Honda an ATM in front of I Mang motorcycle. Credit Union Cooperative body of the seven-month-old Police said a pipe bomb on Sueng Patana Sai 5 Rd in Bangkok Bank ATM, and was used for the attempted Tambon Sueng. damaged the concrete wall robbery. The blast shattered the and ceiling lamp. However, Bangkok Post

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 BUSINESS NEWS 9 Central takes hold in Patong B2bn Central Patong mall opens, sets sights on foreign tourists Among the tourist-oriented ser- RETAIL vices available are VAT Refunds for The Phuket News foreign tourists who spend B2,000 [email protected] or more in the mall within the same day, and Luggage Delivery & Stor- entral Patong, the 23rd Cen- age by Airportels, which provides a tral Department Store in the luggage storage service at counters Ccountry, officially opened and a shipping service for shopping with a Grand Opening last Friday bags to be delivered to customers’ (Feb 15). The festivities included desired destinations. ‘The Grand Celebration Show’, which The mall also offers Home & featured spectacular performances, Hotel Delivery, which Central touts including the ‘Flying Angels’ ac- as the only home-delivery service in robatics, a Lighting Extravaganza Thailand that delivers to hotels for and special guest appearances from free when spending B3,000 or more singer Thassapak Hsu (Bie KPN) in the mall within the same day. and actor Alek Teeradetch. Visitors are also treated to two The celebrations continued hours of free WiFi, and Service through to last Sunday (Feb 17) with Ambassadors and Interpreters a host of activities and performances proficient in English, Mandarin to entertain visitors, including the and Russian have been positioned Patong Carnival Troupe, the Joe throughout the mall to provide Louis Traditional Thai Puppet assisstance. shows, Muay Thai shows & B-Boy Central Patong, near the intersection of Bangla Rd and Rat-U-Thit 200 Pi Rd, is targetting shoppers from “This ‘One-Stop for All’ shop- dancers. China, Russia and Europe, with multilingual Service Ambassadors throughout the mall. Photo: Central Patong ping destination offers all the modern The store, built at a total invest- touches for the global visitor,” Ms ment of B2 billion, is expected to Natira Chirathivat Boonsri, buildings being considered together area, with new shopping experiences Natira said. help boost Phuket’s tourism and Managing Director of Central De- as the one “Central Phuket” mall. and services, securing Central De- “The vast 35,000 square metres economy, bringing shoppers the partment Store Ltd, explained that Ms Natira rated the site in Patong partment Store’s reputation as being of space, offers a facade of green- same world-class quality and stand- Central Patong, located near the as “the perfect location for visitors Thailand’s best-loved department ery, high-definition LED screens ards as its Bangkok-based Central corner of Rat-U-Thit 200 Pi Rd and from around the world, especially store,” she said. throughout; and each level has its stores, with leading international Bangla Rd, is the Central Group’s those from China, Russia and To that end, Ms Natira added, own unique interior design, infus- brands, tempting opening offers and “second” mall in Phuket, with the Europe.” “Central Patong is dedicated to both ing contemporary touches, with spectacular events, said a release decade-old Central Festival and the “Central Patong is set to help its local and international visitors elements of the natural beauty that announcing the opening. recently opened Central Floresta drive business and tourism in the with a complete range of services.” Phuket has to offer,” she added.

@thephuketnews 10 BUSINESS NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 ACT flags airport graft risk build Suvarnabhumi Airport’s challenged by the National TRAVEL Terminal 2 despite critics ask- Economic and Social De- Bangkok Post ing for the plan to be dropped. velopment Board (NESDB), The terminal was also to which wrote to the Transport he Anti-Corruption be deliberated by the AoT Ministry on Jan 16, recom- Organisation of Thai- board on Wednesday. mending the AoT stick to the Tland (ACT) has warned Plans for Terminal 2 were master plan. of the potential for foul play shelved late last year follow- Deputy Prime Minister during the upcoming auction ing criticism from several Somkid Jatusripitak, who is of Suvarnabhumi Airport’s organisations, including the in charge of economic affairs, duty-free concession and the Council of Engineers and the said earlier this month that planned construction of a Architects Council of Thai- AoT was ordered to review its Terminal 2, as the country land, who claim the facility Terminal 2 plan and suggested counts down to the election. would be poorly located and the project could be dropped “The ACT is worried about veers away from the original if irregularities are found. the lack of transparency [of Suvarnabhumi master plan Transport Minister Ark- the projects],” the anti-graft approved in 2003. hom Termpittayapaisith said watchdog said on Sunday The original plan con- the NESDB had pointed out (Feb 17). cerned the construction of that Terminal 1 must be ex- Both schemes are being An artist’s rendition of Suvarnabhumi airport Terminal 2, from blueprints. The Anti- only two terminals – the panded in both western and pursued by Airports of Thai- Corruption Organisation of Thailand has labelled it as a corruption magnet. Image: existing northern terminal eastern wings first, in line land Plc (AoT) and both have Airports of Thailand and an identical southern one. with an earlier 2010 cabinet come under public scrutiny However, the AoT’s adjusted resolution. The NESDB also over the past year. AoT as of Monday was to stocks and existing facilities. one operator to manage all plan includes the construction cast doubt about the AoT’s “During a period when ask its board to approve the King Power International the duty-free zone may not of a new terminal in a north- latest plan which aims to most people are paying at- Terms of Reference (ToR) for Group has been the sole duty- be the most effective busi- easterly position, adjacent to enable Suvarnabhumi to be tention to the election, con- duty-free concession bidding free operator at Suvarnabhumi ness decision, according to the current terminal. able to handle 150 million cerns are being raised as to for Suvarnabhumi Airport on since the airport’s opening observers. The new terminal is passengers a year, according whether those in power will Wednesday. in 2006. Not only that, but some planned to be built on around to Mr Arkhom. rush through approvals before AoT President Nitinai Academics and the public academics claim that granting 400,000 square metres of AoT’s president, Mr Niti- political change happens,” the Sirismatthakarn has previ- have voiced concern over the one company sole control of land within Suvarnabhumi nai, insisted the company is watchdog said. ously told the media that the transparency of the bidding the duty-free business would airport’s grounds at a cost of still committed to pressing “People and the media outcome of the bidding must process and over which con- also run afoul of the Trade B42 billion. The construction ahead with Terminal 2 and must not stand idly and they be concluded before Aug 27 cession model will be applied. Competition Act of 2017. is set to start this year and its study of the project will should help keep an eye on this year, one year before the As Suvarnabhumi Airport has Meanwhile, the AoT board the terminal is expected to be considered by the firm’s the matter for the sake of the concession expires, so the expanded considerably over remains adamant it will press be completed in 2021. board on Wednesday before maximum public benefit.” current operator can deal with the past decade, enabling only on with controversial plans to The new plan was also it is presented to the NESDB.

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The darling of the Thai-European fusion FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 coffee roasting scene 13 like no other 14 REDL creating animal magic.

OCEAN SPRAY The graffiti artist painting the town blue for a good cause

Amy Bryant active since the rise of hip hop and graf- [email protected] fiti culture in Europe in the 1980s. “At the beginning, there were no graf- ai Khao is one of few fiti magazines and no internet. If you Phuket beaches that sea wanted to know how they painted in turtles use as a nesting Paris, you had to go to Paris and meet spot. Between the Novem- people there, often in neighbourhoods ber to February breeding you didn’t want to go. If you had the season, these incredible phone number of a graffiti artist, you reptiles use the Earth’s were the boss. I went to New York once magnetic field to navigate to find an artist in the South Bronx. All I their way back to the very beach on had was his phone number.” Mwhich they were born and lay their REDL would find himself forgetting eggs. A monumental commute and feat to eat for days on these trips, fuelled Zurich, 2016. Zurich, 2017. of nature. solely by the adrenaline of the cross-con- To protect and raise awareness of en- tinent chase. Creative horizons expand- the future is and how we have to care many of us might imagine, especially dangered sea turtle species and conserve ed, he would return to Switzerland each about it for them and create something under a mask in the punishing Phuket their marine ecosystems, JW Marriott time with new skill sets in tow. He even- peaceful.” heat. Phuket opened the Mai Khao Marine tually became one of the main exponents Thirdly, and aptly for the MKMTF, However, he’s happy to suffer both Turtle Foundation (MKMTF) on-site of this new form of creative expression in animals. for his art and in the name of such a almost 17 years ago. Switzerland in the ’90s. “I like to add a surrealistic touch and good cause. Just last week, the foundation wel- REDL’s dynamic 3D urban art make small things big, like bees and Asked how graffiti is viewed around comed Ricky, a hawksbill turtle with a adorns walls in Switzerland, Belgium, dragonflies. We now know these animals the world, REDL replies, “The funny damaged shell, and Ya-whan, an olive Italy, Egypt, Brazil and Hong Kong. He are very important and I want to show thing is, in Switzerland, if I’m painting ridley turtle with a missing flipper. splits his work into three themes, the the beauty of their architecture. I want with a roller or brush, people see me as Both were found stranded in the sand, first being one of the cornerstones of to give them a big stage.” an artist. As soon as I have a spray can tangled in fishing nets. They join long- graffiti: lettering. Although you’re more likely to come in my hand, people have perceptions of standing residents Tommy, who was “With 26 letters, you can say any- across facades of insects and land mam- painting in the night illegally.” born blind, and Kaew, whose internal thing in the world. You can say ‘love’, you mals, like lions and camels, in his portfo- However, he thanks and respects GPS isn’t quite working as it should. can say ‘hate’. For me, an ‘A’ is not just lio, he appreciates the special beauty of Banksy for how his simple yet powerful Ricky and Ya-whan will be released back an ‘A’, it’s three lines and there are so the underwater world and is grateful for works have shifted the public perception into the ocean during an annual cer- many possibilities to change its dynam- the opportunity to paint part of it. of urban art over the years, allowing emony later this year; other turtles are ics.” “It fascinates humans, including me, him to forge an international career in a unable to be rehabilitated and will be The second is detailed, illustrative because it’s this other world.” creative industry he loves. taken care of at the facility permanently. depictions of humans, often his own REDL’s work at the MKMTF is a Ricky and Ya-whan’s arrival was a children. dynamic, vibrant seascape of elkhorn The MKMTF is open on weekdays from colourful affair as it coincided with a “When I paint human beings recent- corals, butterfly fish and larger-than-life 9am to 3pm. Website – www.mai- visit from Patrick Redl Wehrli – known ly, I’ve found it’s usually kids. Largely sea turtles. It took eight hours of prepa- khaomarineturtlefoundation.org as REDL – a Zurich-based graphic because I’m a dad of two girls now, but ration – sourcing images, combining designer, illustrator and graffiti artist also in the sense that they represent the them, scouring Bangkok for the correct REDL’s other works can be found at who flew to the resort to spray a marine future. I painted one of my daughters paint – and 16 hours of painting. Graf- www.redl.ch. He is also available for mural for the foundation. standing in a paper boat on a 24 x 12 fiti art takes a great deal more work and commissions and can be contacted at The world-renowned artist has been metre wall (right). It shows how fragile is far more physically demanding than [email protected]

@thephuketnews 12 ART THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Please Have a Seat from ‘Love Bites’. Photo: Joel Adams Post Its from ‘Love Bites’. Photo: Tony Edwards To act, or not to act? The benefits of theatre as a passion, not a career

Valentine’s Day. If you missed these, gage in theatre if they do not plan on THE PLAY’S don’t worry. Improv will be a monthly making it a career? Does it have any THE THING! event at Shanti Lodge, and the Outta benefits? If so, what are they? the Box team is more than willing to To name all the benefits of partici- Joel Adams perform improv in other places if invit- pating in and studying theatre would ed. Our next Shanti Lodge improv show need more than this space can contain, ere we are again, celebrating will be March 30. Also, Theatrix plans but I will try to enumerate those I con- the wonder of theatre arts. to perform Love Bites in various venues sider the most important. We at Theatrix have recently around the island so stay tuned and be First of all, it’s fun! It is hard performed two well-received sure not to miss these events as they work, I admit, but I wouldn’t trade the improv nights at Shanti happen. Like ‘Theatrix Group’ on Face- laughs, the excitement and the joy of Lodge as well as an evening book and you will be kept informed. performing for an appreciative audi- of comic short plays – Love Now, the subject for the article. Why ence for anything in the world. Bites dinner theatre – on should anyone study acting and en- One of the greatest advantages I have continually heard expressed Surprise! from ‘Love Bites’. Photo: Tony Edwards H by one person after another is that it helps you overcome shyness. Do you cess to our collective global knowledge, have a fear of public speaking and yet and I for one do not think that is a must make presentations? It is said good thing. If I were to promote acting that most people would rather undergo for no other purpose than memorising a root canal than get up and speak in lines, it would make it worth it. front of a room of their peers and, even The benefits of memorising alone more frightening, a hall of strangers. are manifold: it exercises your brain Acting helps you get over that fear. You like a muscle; improves neuroplastici- may never lose the butterflies in your ty; is important for creativity; teaches stomach – I haven’t – but you learn your brain to remember; enhances to make them fly in formation and to your capacity for future learning; helps channel the energy of your nervous- you focus; prevents cognitive decline; ness. And, in the process, you get a and improves your problem solving kick out of the experience. skills. Acting with a team teaches you In closing, here is what Guy, a cur- teamwork and negotiation skills like rent adult acting student of mine, has almost nothing else. In a play you to say: sometimes take centre stage and lead, “I always wanted to learn acting, and other times you step back and sup- but let’s face it, going into acting at the port someone else’s moment of glory. age of 50 isn’t going to turn me into a You continually switch between follow- George Clooney. So why do I do it? To ing and leading, giving and taking; help me become a better ‘me’ because acting teaches you to do it seamlessly acting improves life. without any sensitivity or hurt feel- Acting classes give me an opportu- ings, all for the good of the team. nity to: observe and learn more about A side effect of that is how you and myself; discover how I listen and react; your fellow performers become friends exercise and control how I manifest who have each other’s back. I have myself to other people; explore and many people I count as true friends fit comfortably into new and dynamic that I first met and worked with on the situations; improve and enrich my theatrical boards. communication skills, both verbal and Acting is also a mini-course in psy- physical; stretch and deepen my crea- chology as you delve into the thoughts, tive brain muscles; and engage with feelings, hopes, motivations, fears and others who share a similar passion. joys of imaginary characters in an I’m happy I jumped on the band- effort to make them come alive on a wagon when I heard about acting stage. classes. I’ve learned that, once I rec- Along with that, you learn empa- ognise an opportunity, I should grab it thy as you put yourself in the shoes of with both hands.” many types of people, some you will never meet the likes of in your lifetime, Joel Adams is building a vibrant thea- yet you have had the chance to walk in tre community right here in Phuket. their shoes for a few weeks. You can contact him at theatrix- Of course, memorising is becoming [email protected] or by phone on 093 a lost art in today’s world of instant ac- 6490066. Facebook: Theatrix Group

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 COMMUNITY 13 Introducing Campus Coffee Roaster CAFE SOCIETY

Amy Bensema [email protected]

ocated in the heart of Phuket Old Town, Campus Coffee Roaster is a speciality coffee shop with a tranquil vibe and Instagram-worthy interiors. It’s one of Phuket’s must-visit coffee shops and features an extensive menu of coffee as well as a range of delicious baked goods Land pastries. As an independent small-batch roaster, Campus Coffee Roaster draws attention to the diversity of single-ori- sional and, depending upon your order, These days, Khun Golf and a num- It’s a well-designed space with plen- gin beans from the north of Thailand; the preparations can be quite meticu- ber of his friends, who are also cafe and ty of seating, and a great place to meet many of the coffee shop’s signature lous and detailed. Trust me when I say coffee shop owners, share a roasting up with friends before further exploring drinks are composed of Thai Arabica that Campus Coffee Roaster raises the machine and do their best to roast cof- Phuket Old Town. varieties. The house blend is a testa- bar when it comes to latte art. fee that showcases the unique flavours ment to the robust flavours that can The owner is a very cool, young Thai and varieties of single-origin coffee Campus Coffee Roaster is open daily be found in the Kingdom’s northern man called Khun Golf. He is super beans from northern Thailand. from 10am to 7:30pm. provinces. friendly, speaks English really well If you stop into Campus Coffee Email – [email protected] Campus Coffee Roaster’s slow bar and, as one would expect, is highly Roaster, I highly recommend the shop’s Facebook – www.facebook.com/cam- presents the perfect opportunity to not knowledgeable about coffee. A true cof- cold brew coffee, house blend or signa- puscoffeeroaster only snap some dreamy photos, but to fee connoisseur. ture honey espresso on the rock. Check Instagram – www.instagram.com/cam- also watch the baristas in action and Khun Golf’s path to coffee roasting, out what coffee brews they have on puscoffeeroaster learn a bit about the coffee you are and eventually the opening of Campus hand that day, and take a bag home to about to drink. Set up at the entrance Coffee Roaster, started while he was a recreate the experience in the comfort Written by Amy Bensema, Cafe Society is to the coffee shop, the slow bar features university student. While working as of your own kitchen. a monthly column which chronicles one a kettle, a scale and the very retro-look- a barista, he gained a lot of hands-on Truly the darling of the Phuket girl’s search for the perfect cup of coffee. ing Spirit Duette espresso machine. experience and later purchased a small coffee roasting scene, Campus Coffee Have a cafe to recommend? Contact Amy Before seating, take a few moments roaster. After hours of trial and error, Roaster is a pleasant place to drop in via email at [email protected] or to stand by and watch your coffee being he was finally able to master the art of for a freshly brewed coffee and some follow her caffeinated adventures as @ prepared. The baristas are truly profes- coffee roasting. dessert. phukestagram on Instagram.

@thephuketnews 14 DINING THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019

The restaurant has a breezy open-plan design. A recipe for success Thai-European fusion at number one brasserie Thong Dee

Amy Bryant diced mango, paprika salsa, mashed [email protected] potato and rosemary jus that steals the show. The fillet is tender and the con- ominative determinism is the trast of the sweet mango and punchy theory that your name influ- salsa is a fantastic accompaniment to ences your profession or per- it. Patrik is on hand to recommend bev- sonality. See Sara Blizzard erage pairings from a comprehensive the BBC weather girl and worldwide list. Usain Bolt the world-record Lastly, dessert is served: savoury sprinter. This goes some way rhubarb merged with a light sponge in explaining why the dining cake, topped with an almond crunch experience at Thong Dee – which trans- Starting light with beef carpaccio. The yellowfin tuna steak is not to be missed. and served with vanilla sauce. The des- Nlates as “good gold” and has come to sert is a family recipe of Patrik’s. The mean “good quality” – is so excellent. attentive throughout the dining experi- Beef carpaccio follows shortly after. rhubarb is imported from France on ac- The Kathu brasserie is located on ence without being intrusive or disin- The thinly-sliced Australian beef, driz- count of its superior taste to the bitter, Bangthong Rd and offers a surprisingly genuous. zled in truffle oil and sprinkled with Thai offering. If you’re looking for some- peaceful respite from the busy main Patrik and his wife, Executive Chef sheets of Parmesan, sits under a rucola thing richer, the warm, dark chocolate road just a stone’s throw away. Phonchan, opened Thong Dee eight salad of tangy rocket, tomatoes, lemon lava cake with a melted centre might A hit with locals, expats and tourists years ago with the aim of offering and black pepper. It’s a lighter dish that just hit the spot. alike, the fine dining eatery is rated the high-quality European and Thai food. should leave room for vegetarian spring Thong Dee have experimented with number one restaurant in Phuket on In their experience, when restaurants rolls with aromatic sweet chili and different chefs over the years – some TripAdvisor out of a staggering 2,975 offer both, one cuisine is excellent but plum sauce. offering molecular gastronomy, others on the island. the other suffers. However, they felt After a small palate cleanser of pub food – but it’s clear that they have Despite being so highly regarded, able to buck this trend given their back- mango sorbet, it’s time for the main found their happy medium now that there is no sense of pretension. The grounds: Patrik was born in Chile but event: duck Pad Ka Prao Ped. The meat the kitchen is run by Phonchan and her restaurant’s breezy open-plan design raised in Sweden and Phonchan was is usually minced in this traditional family. As Patrik says, it’s all done with means their doors are, quite literally, born and raised in Thailand. As a re- Thai dish but the chef’s decision to heart. always open. The warm violet interiors sult, the menu is varied. They do a lot, serve it sliced is a welcome change. Chi- make for a relaxed ambience while the yes, but they do it all very well. li, fried Thai basil, green peppercorn Thong Dee is located at Bangthong Rd, striking checkerboard floor and varied First to the table is a Spanish and white rice are the natural accompa- 110/25, Kathu, 83110. Open Tuesday to artwork from around the world give the favourite: gambas pil pil. The dish – niments here. As with many dishes on Saturday from 4pm to 10pm, Sunday restaurant a certain trendy edge. It’s prawns nestled in a mini Le Creuset- offer, customers can choose a different 12pm to 10pm. Closed Monday. clear to see why some customers choose style pot, sautéed in chili, garlic, olive meat – in this case chicken fillet – as to celebrate birthdays, weddings and oil and oregano and topped with parsley well as their preferred spice levels for a Website – www.thongdee.com other special occasions here. – is succulent and customers will be tailor-made dish. Email – [email protected] Staff and General Manager Patrik grateful for the accompanying bread to However, it’s the yellowfin tuna, Phone – +66 (0)76 319 323 / +66 (0)84 Lundgren are extremely friendly and soak up what’s left of the juices. grilled medium-rare, and served with 3091 198

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 EVENTS 15 ‘Student Top Chef’ to battle at QSI See the island’s students cook up a storm on March 16 team of three students aged 8-12 and Rob Peters, QSI International School, Phuket one senior team with students aged 12- n Saturday March 16, QSI 18. The junior division will create one Phuket will host the third original dish while the senior division annual Culinary Competi- will create three culinary delights in tion at its school campus from one and a half hours including a start- 11am-3:30pm. The competi- er, original culinary dish and a dish tion, dubbed the ‘Student Top following a recipe provided by the ce- Chef’, will bring students from lebrity chefs. The students will have to across the island together pay close attention as they will need to and see them go head-to-head in the recreate this dish as closely as possible. kitchen.O The competition teaches stu- When the one and half hours of culi- dents to appreciate just what it takes nary concentration finishes, the dishes to get lunch on their tray each day, and will be judged by our celebrity chefs. develops their understanding of food Special thanks to our media spon- science and nutrition. Our student chefs Iron Chef Noi. Chef Adam Goodman. sors The Phuket News and Class Act also gain valuable life skills by working Media. Their dedication to support- as a team and presenting and speaking tive Kitchen and the owner of Suay modern Australian, European, Asian, ing events in and around Phuket is about their recipes to the judging panel Restaurant. After being awarded the South American and basic Arabic unmatched and we will be live on 89.5 and audience. title of Iron Chef, he spent the following styles; he is a veritable chef for all sea- with Jason Wilder during the event. This year we are fortunate to have years cooking some fantastic culinary sons and styles. Michael Bitz, Execu- Entrance to the event is free. Our our event sponsored by Two Chefs and delights at his Suay Restaurant. Chef tive Sous-chef at Robinson Club Khao guests will be able to purchase their their amazing team. Taking the lead Noi has always been an important sup- Lak, has worked as an executive chef own treats from our food and drink this year is Adam Goodman, General porter of this event as he feels that for the Robinson Club at various loca- stand and win free gifts and deals from Manager of Phuket’s famed Two Chefs such a competition allows students to tions around the world and has been our celebrity chefs. It should be an ex- Restaurants & Catering. An alumnus be creative while learning about the working as a chef for more than 20 citing day for all. Come join us and sup- of world-famous French culinary school hard work and dedication it takes to be years. Rounding out the team is Chef port our future chefs! Le Cordon Bleu, his notable interna- an Iron Chef. Alex Stathos, owner of Spartan Burger tional repertoire includes cooking for Our remaining three chefs bring and Poached restaurant. This passion- If you would like to participate in the the Prime Minister of Canada, catering a wealth of experience to our judging ate culinary entrepreneur has quickly event, please contact [email protected] or the Vancouver 2010 Olympics and run- panel this year. Executive Chef Jona- made his mark on the Phuket restau- 076 304 312. One of our team will help ning kitchens and catering operations than Bruell, from Romance at Boat- rant community. you get your answers. For more infor- in Canada, China and Thailand. house Kata Beach, has worked all over This year each invited school, both mation and event updates follow us on Our second celebrity chef needs lit- the world cooking for many fine dining international and local Thai schools, Facebook at facebook.com/qsi.phuket or tle introduction: Iron Chef Noi of Posi- establishments. Jonathan cooks in has the opportunity to send one junior on Instagram @qsiphuket

@thephuketnews 16 PEOPLE THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 Journey of a lifetime Turkey’s most-travelled man is putting Phuket on the map On a Norwegian longtail. his own TV and radio programmes, all Amy Bryant [email protected] advocating that the more a country loses its environmental resources, the more it Turkish man walks into an loses its tourism potential. office with an ornamental He took the time out of his five-day cat, a coin purse, a torch, a whistle-stop tour of the island to tell us bag of coffee, a compass and about his lifetime of travel and how he a framed picture of a boat… hopes to promote Phuket in Turkey. There’s no punchline. That’s what happened last week at Tell us about your travels. The Phuket News. It’s just always been in me to travel. Taking his chances on a moped. The man in question is Orhan Kural, When I was 11 years old, I said to my ALecturer at Istanbul Aydin and Eseny- mother “I haven’t even seen Europe yet!” What brings you to Phuket? urt Universities, Honorary Consul of It went from there. I am the first person There isn’t sufficient information in the Republic of Benin, Vice Honorary from Turkey to visit all 193 countries Turkey about Phuket at the moment. Consul of Vanuatu and President of The recognised by the UN. I completed this What is written doesn’t mean too much. Traveler’s Club of Turkey. Quite the CV. last year in Samoa aged 68. I want to promote the island to the However, the most exclusive circle Dr I’ve been the first Turkish person Turkish people and invite them here. Kural moves in is of those who have vis- to ever venture to certain countries, I’ll write articles and dedicate a chapter ited every country in the world. especially in African states and smaller of my book about Thailand to Phuket. Dr Kural has written 17 books, led islands. It’s very difficult to get visas I’ll also mention on my TV and radio over 6,000 conferences (which are more to some places, even with a diplomatic programmes that it’s cheap now that The name’s Kural, Orhan Kural. At James Bond Island. like one-man shows, he says) and has passport. direct flights are available and you can find everything here: history; shows; tional dress, hunting is banned, cutting nightlife; quiet beaches in the north; and down trees is prohibited, about 60% of islands all around. the country is protected forest and tour- ism is regulated. How are you spending your time here? For me, there is something interest- I’ve been to Patong by motorcycle. ing in every country. Of course, I’ve had They said it was very dangerous to do so problems in some places. In Afghanistan but God decides about that. And I’m not I was in jail for one day. My money was afraid of anything really; I’ve been to stolen in Romania. I don’t blame the peo- Libya alone and I’m going to North Ko- ple though. It could happen in any place. rea again this year. In Patong, I visited a local school, Does your environmental conscience talked about the environment and gave come from what you’ve seen on your them my book – Let’s Save Our Planet travels? Together...Do Something for Earth – in Certainly. I’ve been to all 54 African Thai as a present. I went to Simon Caba- states and there I saw poor people hap- ret and I’m going to James Bond Island. pier and more sincere than rich, famous For me, it’s not about temples, ca- actresses living by Central Park in New thedrals, mosques and archaeological York. A boy living in Africa consumes 20 museums. These are everywhere. I like times less than a boy living in the Unit- to travel independently and meet and ed States. People who consume too much talk to the local people. I go to the back- don’t do anything that can be remem- streets to hear the stories. That’s the bered. When I die, most of my money real social life. That’s why I’ve opened will be given to the government to build my house in Istanbul to couchsurfing a new school. I want to give something and Airbnb. to the world. That’s why I travel and give information about the environment. What do you think of the island and Thailand in general? How do you find the time for all of your I’ve been to Thailand five or six times projects? now and I’m always happy to be here. I work harder now I’m retired than It’s a multicultural place. The people are I did before! I sleep only three hours very friendly, smiling and helpful. I’m a day. I’m not married. I never watch really pleased to hear of the decision to football or any TV series. I’m good at close Maya Bay. mathematics so I can manage my life However, I’m against the animal well. Mathematics is very important and shows, zoos and aquariums. I also don’t helps you to arrange your time better. I think tourism should be dependent on write everything down so I don’t forget people lying like crocodiles on the beach, anything. These are the things I obey in spending all their time in bars and my life. luxury places. What’s next? Which country have you enjoyed the I’ve been to Australia, Tasmania, most and the least? Moldova, Finland and now Phuket this Definitely the Kingdom of Bhutan. year already. Next I will go to Minsk, This is the only country where smoking North Korea and then Murmansk in is prohibited, they still wear their tradi- Russia to see the Northern Lights.

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 EDUCATION 17 BISP students are good sports Everyone’s a winner on Sports Day

he middle of the school year is the time for Kenneth Page Sports Days at British International School, Phuket – BISP. In fact, there are four Sports I wit- Days our children participate in. These are nessed organised for Early Years (aged 3-5); Key Stage 1 (aged 5-7); Key Stage 2 (aged 7-11) two boys and our children in the secondary section of helping each other the school (aged 11-18). through their 600- This was the second year of our Early Years TSports Day. The emphasis was firmly placed on par- metre race, finishing ticipation and enjoyment as children tried a number hand in hand in a of different activities all based around a superheroes demonstration of theme. The students and staff dressed accordingly and there was a wonderful carnival atmosphere. It mutual support and was all tremendous fun. The aforementioned empha- kindness. sis continued through the other Sports Days, which comprise more conventional athletic events. In the primary section of the school, our core val- ues are respect and kindness. Sports Day gave our children plenty of opportunities to demonstrate these values and they certainly grabbed them. All runners It’s the taking part that counts. Photo: BISP were cheered on by an enthusiastic audience, com- prising their peers, parents and staff who celebrated were less confident as well as those tury ago: “The most important thing... the endeavour of everyone regardless of where they in which they felt comfortable. A safe, is not to win but to take part, just as finished, whilst new school records were greeted supportive environment provided by the most important thing in life is not by widespread cheers. I witnessed two boys helping enthusiastic and encouraging staff the triumph but the struggle. The es- each other through their 600-metre race, finishing gave the children the confidence and sential thing is not to have conquered hand in hand in a demonstration of mutual support the opportunity to practise the life but to have fought well.” and kindness. I also witnessed a Wing Priow team skills of doing their best with the task spontaneously shake hands with all members of the at hand, keeping going even when it Kenneth Page is the Primary Principal team that had just beaten them. is tough and learning to win and lose at British International School, Phuket In many ways, it was an extension of what we, with equal grace. – BISP. It is an English medium, co- at BISP, try to do on a day-to-day basis. Children Baron de Courbetin, founder of the educational, day and boarding school. were challenged to see how well they could do in International Olympic Committee, Visit their website – www.bisphuket. a range of events, including those in which they summed it up nicely more than a cen- ac.th – for more information.

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Philip, Alessandro, Marcella and Chef Daniel. Alessandro, Marcella and Chef Salvatore.

Alessandro, Natalie, Frank and Marcella. Luc, Marc and friends. AWARD-WINNING ACQUA RESTAURANT CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY On Feb 10, Acqua owner/chef Alessandro Frau and his wife Marcella Mocci hosted an evening of fine dining and beverages to mark 10 successful years in business. Chefs, friends, customers, suppliers and staff, some of whom flew in from other parts of Asia, joined the celebrations and Alessandro and Marcella thanked them for being part of their story here in Thailand.

Kiranee, Martin and Sukij. Sukij addressing merry attendees. HOPPY TIMES AT BREWWORKS ‘BREW FOR GOOD’ CHARITY EVENT Full Moon Brewworks, microbrewery and restaurant, held a ‘Brew for Good’ charity event on Feb 9 in order to raise funds for the Life Home Project Foundation, a non-profit organisation who aim to prevent the spread of HIV and help HIV-infected/affected people and AIDS patients. Help from all participants, including paintings from Gongkan and Pang Torsuwan, helped make a big impact for charity and made the night a huge success.

Sombat Atiset.

The evening featured an impressive range of artistic music, dance and martial arts performances. PHUKETTHAIHUA OPEN HOUSE 2019 SHOWCASES TALENTED YOUTH Phuketthaihua Asean Wittaya School held its annual Open House on Feb 16 to put on show the school's range of international and Thai curriculum study programs and its huge variety of extracurricular activities. Sunan Malichoo, School Manager and Headmaster, led the proceedings followed by School Chairman leading Phuket figure Sombat Atiset. VIP guest at the event was Lee Chun Fu, Deputy Chief of the Office of Passport and Consular Service at the Chinese Consulate office in Phuket.

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Family gathered round to celebrate the occasion. Suits you, sir.

The happy couples. Over 100 friends and family celebrated the day. IGOR AND IRISH, AND ALEXEY AND RACHATHAMOL TIE THEIR KNOTS Well-known expats and businessmen Igor and Alexey Protasov married their respective partners Irish and Rachathamol in a joint ceremony on Feb 14. Over 100 guests celebrated in the Grand Ballroom of the Royal Phuket City Hotel. A romantic and memorable day for all.

Glitzy guests. Dressed to the nines.

This year’s dress code was ‘rock or pop’. Throwin’ it back. PIWC PUT THE FUN IN FUNDRAISING AT ANNUAL CHARITY PARTY The Phuket International Women’s Club held their annual fundraising party on Feb 16. The event, dubbed ‘30 Years and Still Rocking’, was held at the Meridien Phuket Beach Resort with all proceeds going to the PIWC Scholarship Fund. Guests dressed to impress in rock or pop style and grooved all night to the live band. thephuketnews @thephuketnews 20 EVENTS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019

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thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 SPORT 29 No time for Valentine love Patong Pool League leaders score big as gap widens POOL PPL STANDINGS WEEK 13 – PPL 2019-19 Jaroen Tak Kwan’s Birdie Club 96 th he 13 round of the Caddy Shack 87 Patong Pool League T(PPL) sponsored by Kiki Sports 73 Thailand Pool Tables and Martin Swiss 72 Genius 2 Garden and Restau- Happy End 67 rant was played on Thursday, Feb 14. Ting Tong 66 Caddy Shack played at Genius 66 home against Natalie, and with Natalie 64 Caddy Shack now second in the PPL rankings, they looked Red Light 59 anxiously for points to close Simon Oil 59 the gap with Kwan’s Birdie th Team. Everybody from Caddy Genius team played away against Happy End team in the 13 round of the Patong Pool League. Champs 40 Shack won their singles and doubles except Justin Mor- point but will be back for sure remarkable score of 9-3. away at Red Light. In the Oil came back strongly and beer leg was won by Genius gan. Was it because he has a next week. Kwan’s Birdie Team played morning Simon and Oil were won the beer leg in two sets in three sets although Happy baby due any day now or just Martin Swiss played away at home against Ting Tong on the beach with Andy and but lost the evening with 6-5 End was quite happy with their Valentine’s blues? at Kiki Sports Bar and did not and were seriously going for Thierry from Red Light but in favour of Red Light. 8-4 win on the night. Dr Ben seven-balled top bring any Valentine’s presents the championship this season in the evening there was a Happy End, who was short The 14th round of the Pa- player Nui playing for Natalie for Kiki Sports bar. Kid, Jig, albeit without Colin but had pool game to be played. Top of players and had brought in tong Pool League will be from the break as Young Man Pom and Martin all playing an excellent replacement in player Luke from Simon and an English guest player named played on Thursday, Febru- alias Trevor wore his Croco- for Martin Swiss won their his mistress, Lucky. Kwan’s Oil had a serious Valentine’s Colin, played at home against ary 21. dile Dundee outfit. Kwan’s singles and doubles games as Birdie players won all their date and was missing. Scott, Genius. Genius came with People who are interested Birdie Team finished early Kiki Sports Bar players had singles and doubles, although Andy and Thierry won their their all-Asian team but was in playing, as well as visitors, but was very curious and the Valentine’s flu and were Ting Tong won one game in singles and doubles games. meeting some heavy compe- are all welcome to attend at to see what was going on. not in great shape. The beer the beer leg and the final score Reed, playing for Simon and tition. Tak, Andy, Jerry and one of the 11 participating Caddy Shack took 10 points leg was a three-setter and was a comfortable 11-1 vic- Oil did the same. Red Light Colin, playing for Happy End bars. For details, visit the from Natalie who went back also won by Martin Swiss, tory for Kwan’s Birdie Team. was leading 6-3 before the team, all won their singles and Patong Friendly Pool League over Patong Hill with one who won the evening with a Simon and Oil played beer leg. However, Simon doubles games. However, the Facebook page.

@thephuketnews 30 SPORT THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019 Banbueng pushes for Phuket Continued from page 32 was tackled, leading to a swift the Thai League 3 southern ...“Phuket used to have a foot- equaliser by Teerawut Churok. region table. The club has been ball team that was renowned The first half ended 1-1 struggling since announcing in the country,” Mr Thum- leaving all to play for in the its termination in November mawan told an eager audience. second. As the sun set, the 2017 after it was unable to pay “Now the city has no fully flood lights went on and the FIFA-issued fines totalling professional team, and with teams came out to cheers from B83 million for contractual my position as President of both sides’ supporters. breaches relating to three the Phuket Sports Association Five minutes into the sec- international players. and the Sports Commission ond half, Phuket’s attacking Subsequently, Chonburi of Thailand, I want to push form earned them a corner FC took over the island’s Phuket City FC back into the which was crossed into the football representation by re- professional league where it box and quickly cleared by placing existing Thai League belongs.” the Krabi defence who wasted 3 club Banbueng FC with a One of Mr Thummawan’s no time in sending the ball newly formed ‘Phuket City first moves as the club’s new forward to man-of-the-match, FC’. president was to call on Raphael Manhaes in a blis- As the original Phuket the expertise of Therdsak tering counter attack. As City players dispersed, heaps Chaiman to join the club as Manhaes ran at Phuket keeper of players were brought in the new manager. Mr Therd- Wattanapong Tabutda, he from Chonburi FC on loan, sak had a successful career as was brought down in the goal and although the ‘new’ club a player and manager at Thai area by defender Autthagowit was branded as ‘Phuket City League 1 side Chonburi FC Jantod and instantly awarded FC’, it was, and still is rec- as well as earning 75 caps a penalty, to little protest. ognised as Banbueng FC by for the national team. Krabi striker, Witoon the Football Association of “I am very confident about Sukjit, stepped up to the pen- Thailand. the team this season,” Mr alty spot and fired the ball into Phuket’s next game is at Thummawan said proudly. the top right corner, sending home to Thai League 4 team “We have foreign players the keeper the wrong way. Pattani FC in the first round of and a great manager and I Thummawan Charoenyot, Chairman of Phuket City FC – or Banbueng FC – was in Phuket Krabi managed to hold the Toyota Thai League Cup am confident we will move to rally support for “the island’s football club”. Photo: Phuket City FC their lead and the match ended on Saturday, February 23 at up to Thai League 2.” 1-2 as Phuket marked their 6pm. Tickets for the game are The club’s first home game professional leagues – Thai opponents in the league. ahead after 17 minutes. second loss in two games, B80 and available on arrival of the 2019 season was no League 2. Prior to the match, The islanders were off to The lead was short-lived, leaving them third from bot- at Surakul Stadium. easy task as it came against Mr Thummawan offered the a perfect start as new Nige- however, as 13 minutes later tom in the table, with Krabi in Phuket’s next Thai League Krabi FC who were relegated team B50,000 if they were rian signing Efe Obode put fellow new signing Frank second place after two wins. 3 game is away at Grand last season from the second to pick up three points from away a searching ball from Lionel tried to dribble the Last season Phuket fin- Andaman Ranong United on flight of the country’s two arguably one of the toughest the corner spot to put Phuket ball out of his own half and ished fifth out of 14 teams in March 2.

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MONTHLY STANDINGS OVERALL STANDINGS 1. SirBR 14 1. giggs 155 2. adamrosindale 13 2. fazza 153 3. diggersd 13 3. Griffsbar 151 4. lufc 13 4. Smiley Bar 151 5. stafsulaiman 13 5. Fitz 148

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Team MP W D L F A GD Pts 1 Manchester City 27 21 2 4 74 20 +54 65 2 Liverpool 26 20 5 1 59 15 +44 65 3 Tottenham Hotspur 26 20 0 6 54 25 +29 60 4 Manchester United 26 15 6 5 52 35 +17 51 5 Arsenal 26 15 5 6 53 37 +16 50 6 Chelsea 26 15 5 6 45 29 +16 50 7 Wolverhampton 26 11 6 9 34 33 +1 39 8 Watford 26 10 7 9 34 34 0 37 How much? Sacking Jose Mourinho cost Manchester United nearly £20 million (B813mn). Photo: AFP 9 Everton 27 9 6 12 36 39 -3 33 10 West Ham United 26 9 6 11 32 39 -7 33 11 Bournemouth 26 10 3 13 37 47 -10 33 12 Leicester City 26 9 5 12 31 34 -3 32 13 Crystal Palace 26 7 6 13 27 34 -7 27 Manchester Utd confirm 14 Brighton 26 7 6 13 28 39 -11 27 15 Burnley 26 7 6 13 29 47 -18 27 16 Newcastle United 26 6 7 13 22 34 -12 25 17 Cardiff City 26 7 4 15 24 47 -23 25 18 Southampton 26 5 9 12 28 44 -16 24 huge Mourinho pay-off 19 Fulham 26 4 5 17 25 58 -33 17 four after being 11 points adrift something to announce regard- profit of £44mn (B1.79bn). 20 Huddersfield Town 26 2 5 19 14 48 -34 11 FOOTBALL of the Champions League ing the manager,” he said. As well as replacing the places when Mourinho left. “We’re not going to give Mourinho regime with Sol- Live Sports TV Schedule AFP Solskjaer won 10 and drew updates part-way through,” skjaer and assistant manager *Times may be subject to change SPORT START STOP EVENT TEAMS / INFO anchester United one of his opening 11 games, he added. Mike Phelan, the club have Friday 22nd Feb have revealed that but the remarkable run came to And he was also coy on recently agreed new contracts Rugby Union 13:35 15:35 Super XV Highlanders v. Reds sacking Jose Mour- an end on Feb 12 when United the club’s reported move for with Anthony Martial, Ashley Cricket 15:00 23:00 Test No. 2, Port Elizabeth South Africa v. Sri Lanka, Day 2 M Cricket 22:00 02:00 ODI2 , Barbados West Indies v. England inho cost the club nearly £20 were beaten 2-0 at home in the a director of football. Young, Chris Smalling, Phil Saturday 23rd Feb million (B813mn), with ex- Champions League by Paris “A lot has obviously been Jones and Scott McTominay. Rugby Union 11:15 13:15 Super XV Sunwolves v. Waratahs ecutive vice-chairman Ed Saint-Germain. written about this… With The club’s wage bill for 13:35 15:35 Super XV Crusaders v. Hurricanes Woodward hailing the impact Speaking on a conference regard to the overall structure, the quarter, which ended on 15:45 17:45 Super XV Brumbies v. Chiefs of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. call with investors, Woodward we are looking at that and December 31, was £77.9mn 20:05 22:00 Super XV Sharks v. Blues The sum of £19.6mn hailed the “fantastic start” looking at ways that we can (B3.16bn), an increase of 11.8% 22:15 00:05 Super XV Stormers v. Lions Rugby Union 21:10 23:15 Six Nations France v. Scotland (B797mn), which is listed under the Norwegian, who set make it stronger and that is on the corresponding period 23:40 01:40 Six Nations Wales v. England under “exceptional items” a club record by winning his something we do on a continual a year ago. Soccer 19:30 21:30 EPL Burnley v. Tottenham in the club’s second-quarter first eight matches in charge. basis,” he said. Real Madrid last month 22:00 00:00 EPL Bournemouth v. Wolves results, includes pay-outs for But he refused to be drawn In their earnings report, knocked Manchester United 00:30 02:30 EPL Leicester v. Crystal Palace 22:00 00:00 EPL Newcastle v. Huddersfield the members of Mourinho’s on the process of appointing a the club announced record off the top of Deloitte’s Foot- Cricket 15:00 23:00 Test No. 2, Port Elizabeth South Africa v. Sri Lanka, Day 3 staff who left with him after new permanent boss. revenues of £208.6mn (B8.5 ball Money League after two Sunday 24th Feb he was sacked in December. “We communicated around billion) for the quarter. years at the top for the Premier Rugby Union 22:00 00:00 Six Nations Italy v. Ireland The fortunes of the Pre- December-time about what we That amount translates into League club. Rugby Union 12:00 14:00 Six Nations Wales v. England (Rpt) Soccer 14:50 17:00 EPL Cardiff v. Watford (Rpt) mier League club have been were doing putting Ole in place earnings before interest, tax, United’s share price, which 21:00 23:00 EPL Arsenal v. Southampton transformed since Solskjaer as a caretaker and the next depreciation and amortisa- hit $17.28 (B537) in New York 21:00 23:00 EPL Man United v. Liverpool took the helm as interim boss. communication with regard tion (EBITDA) of £104.3mn in December, is now heading Soccer 23:30 01:30 League Cup Final Chelsea v. Man City United are now in the top to this will be when we have (B4.24bn) and an operating back towards $20 (B621). Cricket 15:00 18:30 BBL Final tbc

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The new president of Phuket FOOTBALL City FC, Thummawan Charoe- Poria Mermand nyot, officially launched the club’s [email protected] 2019 season at the Royal Phuket City Hotel in Phuket Town last he only club to claim to Thursday (Feb 14), where he represent all of Phuket as called on local football fans to Tan island, ‘Phuket City get behind the team ahead of their FC’, officially known as Banbueng first home game of the season last FC, formally launched its 2019 Sunday (Feb 17) against Krabi season with a strong push for FC at Surakul Stadium in Wichit. promotion. Continued on page 30

Phuket goalscorer Efe Obode takes the ball on his chest during the match against Krabi FC last Sunday (Feb 17). Photo: Phuket City FC

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