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NINE SURVIVORS RESCUED FROM WRECKED MV HOPE Kathu chief denies claims of drug, land corruption LEAFLETS litter the road between Patong and Kalim alleging that the Kathu district Hope found chief accepted bribe money from teen drug users and ex- torted money from land developers. Kathu district chief Veera Crew thrown Kerdsirimongkol denies the allegations, saying the slan- derous messages are being from cargo ship distributed by those who are losing money due to his raids. in rough waters, Full story on Page 5 eight lost at sea Man accused of raping teen By Chutharat Plerin stepdaughter Phuket Police move to secure RESCUE efforts lasting four days by the arrest warrant for Laotian Royal Thai Navy and a passing German man accused of raping his container ship, the Buxmoon, managed to handicapped stepdaughter, pluck nine sailors from broiling storm seas impregnating her. this week after a Bangledeshi cargo ship Full story on Page 3 capsized south of Phuket. The fully laden MV Hope broached broadside about midnight on July 4 amid We are Bangla! high waves and strong winds some 29 nautical miles south of Racha Noi Island. 300 officers out The hull had buckled and ripped open, to beef security causing the ship to lurch violently star- board, launching 12 of the 17 crewmen To boost tourist confidence in on board into the sea. their safety on the island, 300 The Buxmoon, first on the scene after officers gathered in Patong’s a distress call was sent, rescued five sail- party soi, Soi Bangla, last ors from a life raft. After assisting in the Saturday night. The show of search and rescue, the Buxmoon safely force is the government’s delivered 4th Engineer Md Abdul Hakim; most recent attempt to Deck Cadet Moklechur… improve the safety image of Phuket. Continued on Pages 6 and 7 Mr Siddique was plucked from the sea, where he was found clinging to a life preserver. Photo: Royal Thai Navy Full story on Page 9 2 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS July 13 - 19, 2013 Teenager shot in Property A number of ways to own property in the rival gang attack Kingdom. Page 14 By Kritsada Mueanhawong Business A GANG reprisal attack in Phuket Cost of living on the Town has left a 16-year-old boy rise while international from Rawai in hospital after he trade drops. Page 17 was shot in the leg four times by a rival gang of teenagers last Sun- day night. In focus The teenager, given the pseud- Find out what Old onym “Korn” by police, was shot multiple times at the Esso gas sta- Phuket Town can learn tion on Chao Fa Road, near the from Penang. Page 36 busy Slaughterhouse Intersection and Yee Teng Complex, at about Travel 9:20pm. “When we arrived at the gas Mark Knowles station, we saw pools of blood on discovers the secrets the ground but the boy had already been rushed to Vachira Phuket of Sabah.Pages 42-43 Hospital by his friends,” said Maj Rattaket Munmuang of the Phuket Fashion City Police. “He was shot twice in his left The 16-year-old from Rawai said that although his friends had argued Floral fabrics that can with the gang before, this attack was unprovoked. calf and twice in his left thigh,” help brighten up a rainy Maj Rattaket explained. gang of about eight teenagers, and took me to the hospital,” he day. Page 44 At Vachira Hospital, Korn told who we had argued with before, added. police the gang attacked him after rode past. A little later, they rode Maj Rattaket said his officers he and his friends went to a com- back, pulled out knives and started were continuing their investigation Sport puter game shop in Soi Pattana 14, walking toward us,” Korn alleged. on the presumption the attack was Two heavyweight chefs off Pattana Road nearby. “We all ran. I made it to the gas motivated by revenge. “After the shop closed, we sat station before they caught up with “We will collect more evidence go head-to-head at at the laundry shop across the me. They hit me, shot me in the and question more witnesses to Thanyapura. Page 50 road,” he said. leg and rode away,” he said. track down the teen gang,” he “While we were sitting there, a “My friends arrived soon after said. Man confesses to killing ‘nagging’ mother-in-law Sarong key for A MAN who suffocated his mother-in-law said that he walked past Mrs Prayad’s house. police catching after an argument confessed to the killing At the time she was wearing a shirt and a sa- several hours after the horrific encounter. rong wrapped around her waist and was The body of Prayad Phawaphutanon, 50, washing dishes. up with killer was found half-clothed and lying on her bed “When she saw me, she started to hurl in- THE sarong wrapped around the by her 14-year-old son when he returned from sults at me again about not having a job and head of a man found dead in a field school on July 9, said Thalang Police Super- about stealing valuables from her house. I was near a prominent Phuket school intendent Sirisak Wasasiri the next day. furious,” Mr Anun said. “I followed her inside last week has led police to arrest “After finding his mother dead in bed, he the house – she didn’t notice me.” a murder suspect. called his father and his father reported it to Mr Anun said that once inside, he followed “This is an ongoing investiga- us,” Col Sirisak said. Mrs Prayad into the bedroom. He then ripped tion. We believe more than two Mrs Prayad’s son-in-law Anun Mahasit, 28, Mr Anun had tell-tale scratches on his arms that the sarong from her waist and wrapped it around people were involved in the mur- confessed to police that he had killed her in a police noticed when they questioned him. her neck, pushing her face down into the bed. der and we don’t want to say fit of rage after she had insulted him for not to walk in and out of the house freely,” Col “I pressed her head into the pillow until she anything else at this time,” said having a job. Sirisak said. was dead,” Mr Anun said. Phuket City Police Deputy Super- Mr Anun came under police suspicion after Mr Anun was asked to come to the station. Police made it clear that there were no signs intendent Yongyuth Kongmalai. neighbors reported hearing the pair arguing “We found scratches from finger nails on of sexual assault on Mrs Prayad’s body. When the victim was found earlier in the morning. his arm, and were quickly able to secure a Mr Anun has been charged for the murder near the British International “We assumed that the murderer had to be confession from him,” Col Sirisak said. of his mother-in-law, Col Sirisak said. School on June 21, the only clue someone close to the family, since he was able After having sent his wife to work, Mr Anun – Orawin Narabal to his identity was the company shirt he was wearing. “Then someone called us on June 22 and gave us information connecting the sarong on the victim’s head with the suspect. He said that he had seen a man wear- ing a similar sarong walking around Soi Surin 5 early on the morning of June 21,” Col Yongyuth said. The victim’s motorbike was located by police in the same area earlier in their investigation. Police were able to find the man and take him into custody the same day. “We are going to send the sarong and a DNA sample from the sus- pect to Songklanagarind Hospital in Haad Yai,” said Col Yongyuth. – Irfarn Jamdukor July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 3 In brief… Laos border on alert for Corpse found by Rawai roadside THE body of a man was found wanted rapist stepfather wrapped in a blanket by the road- side in Rawai just after midnight By Irfarn Jamdukor the Gazette. on July 4. Police used a telephone num- His skull was fractured as if it POLICE have alerted immigration ber provided by the mother to had been hit with a hard object, officials on the Thai-Lao border determine that the man had gone and his face was bloodied and to be on the lookout for a Laotian back to Laos. covered with a black plastic bag. man wanted for repeatedly raping, “We were issued a warrant for Police believe the man, identi- and impregnating, his 15-year-old the man’s arrest on July 4. We fied as Anuwat Kathong, 25, had handicapped stepdaughter in have alerted all police stations in been dead for one to two days. Phuket. the country, as well as all immi- “He worked at Chalong Pier,” The 40-year-old man, originally gration police, to be on the lookout said Pol Capt Thada Sodarak. from Laos, has been at large since for him,” Capt Teersak said. Local residents saw the blan- June 29, when he reportedly “We believe he will return to ket tied with telephone cord. When confessed his deeds to the girl’s Thailand… because he doesn’t they noticed feet sticking out of mother. know that his wife reported him it, they stopped to investigate, Capt Police have not publicly released to the police, and he has two chil- Thada explained. a description or a photograph of dren here with her,” he explained. the man. “We will also notify the Laotian The girl’s mother reported the police that we are looking for this No foul play in alleged crimes to police on July 3. man,” he added. “The mother told us that on Meanwhile, doctors have rec- Bamford death June 29 the stepfather admitted to ommended that the stepdaughter’s POLICE see no reason to open a raping the daughter multiple pregnancy be terminated. murder investigation in the death Workmen on the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge. Police believe the man of American-born former Micro- times,” said Capt Teerasak. wanted for raping his handicapped stepdaughter is in Laos. Photo: Mattes Doctors at Vachira Phuket Hos- “The girl can’t walk because pital determined that carrying the soft engineer Clifford Nelson she had polio, and she is only 15 five months pregnant, at which The girl’s mother and stepfa- pregnancy to term would bring Bamford, whose body was found years old. The mother was furi- point her mother took her to the ther married when she was five health risks to the girl and the floating in his villa pool at Ao ous and kicked him out of the police. years old, the mother told police. baby, Capt Teerasak said. Makham on July 1. house,” he said. Patong Police confirmed the They had been married for 10 The punishment for sex with a There were no signs of a fight The mother first sought help pregnancy with another test at years and have two children. minor 15 years of age or younger and there were no signs of vio- from Patong Municipality officers, Vachira Phuket Hospital, in Phuket “The stepfather has left the is four to 20 years in prison, or a lence on his body, police said. who arranged for a pregnancy test. Town, and arranged for social country,” Patong Police Officer fine of 8,000 to 40,000 baht, or Mr Bamford’s girlfriend of 10 The test revealed that the girl was services to help the girl. Teerasak Boonsaeng explained to both. years told police Mr Bamford had a heart condition. Police will decide whether or SNEAKY SNAKE SNARED not to continue their investigation Police search for after they receive toxicity tests and the autopsy results, said Lt Anurak Klangnarong of the Wichit Police. romantic runaway Russian tourist THE disappearance of Bunyanee Ms Bunyanee home for her wed- Sungparn, 29, is no longer being ding, her brother told police. dies in ICU considered a criminal case, po- “We were aware that she had KHO Khay Gym, 31, the Russian lice confirmed on Tuesday. a new boyfriend in Phuket,” Mr tourist who was comatose after “After her brother reported her Weerawit told the Gazette. “But being pulled from the water at missing on July 1, I checked her we thought she had broken up Karon Beach on June 23, has died. Facebook page,” said Pol Capt with him and was willing to go Mr Gym was rushed to Patong Rattanatorn Bumrungthin. back to Nakhon Sri Thammarat Hospital and later transferred to “I read a conversation between to get married.” Vachira Phuket Hospital, but never her and her brother, Weerawit Ms Bunyanee’s fiance con- regained consciousness. Kusoldharm workers this week responded to a 6:30am call to wrangle Sungparn, that mentioned a man tacted the Gazette on July 9 and “He was pronounced dead at a five-meter python from under a clothes rack in a carport. The python about 7pm on July 2,” a hospital named Serm,” he said. said, “I thought everything was was released at an undisclosed jungle location. – Kritsada Mueanhawong Mr Weerawit told police that fine between us…we hadn’t ar- staffer confirmed to the Gazette. Serm was Ms Bunyanee’s boy- gued. I don’t know what friend in Phuket. happened.” However, Ms Bunyanee had a Though no criminal action is longtime boyfriend in Nakhon Sri suspected, police are still looking Thammarat whom she was for Ms Bunyanee and Mr Serm. engaged to marry, he explained. “We want to help the family get Mr Weerawit and their parents together and clarify the situation,” had come to Phuket at the Capt Rattanatorn said. beginning of the month to take – Orawin Narabal 4 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS July 13 - 19, 2013 Missing woman found in pond Relatives claim signs of foul play, police say alcohol-related accident By Kritsada Mueanhawong They couldn’t find Mrs Wattana, but they noticed tyre RELATIVES of a woman found tracks leading into the pond and dead in her car in an old tin min- became suspicious that they were ing pond on July 8 believe she was from her car. murdered, but police do not agree. After midnight on the follow- Wattana Itthisan, the 27-year- ing morning, Mr Pinit reported his old owner of Fasai Minimart in wife missing and told police about Chalong, was found in her sub- the tyre tracks. merged car in an old tin mining Kusoldharm Foundation rescue pond behind Chalong Temple. divers searched the pond until “The driver’s window was about 3:30am but were unable to open and the gear had been locate the car. They returned in shifted into the park position. Mrs the morning with marine police, Wattana’s body was found in the and after about an hour of search- back seat,” Chalong Police Capt ing found Mrs Wattana’s blue Thada Sodarak said. Honda Jazz about 100 meters “The family believes these ele- from the shore at a depth of about ments indicate foul play, but we 10 meters, said Capt Thada. do not agree,” he said. “The car was found flipped “We believe that the impact over in the pond. The windshield from the crash into the water A crowd gathered at the pond as Mrs Wattana’s car was pulled from the water. Photo: Kritsada Mueanhawong was broken and the front of the threw Mrs Wattana to the back car was full of mud,” he said. seat, after which she lost con- rings – was missing and she still Mrs Wattana left the pub, she was 5:15am. Her friends received a The car was pulled to shore by sciousness and died,” he said. had her cell phone with her, Capt drunk, said Chalong Police Super- missed call from Mrs Wattana at a crane and Mrs Wattana’s body “We also believe that she put Thada said. intendent Krittapas Det-intarasorn. 5:27am. was retrieved. the car in park as the vehicle Mrs Wattana had gone to the She dropped her friends off at When she didn’t return home, “Cause of death will be deter- crashed into the pond,” Capt Rong-Tium Pub near Chalong their house about 200 meters from her husband, Pinit Itthisan, 39, mined at Vachira Phuket Hospital,” Thada said. Circle with two friends at about the pond at about 5am. CCTV in started calling relatives. Together Capt Thada said. “We are work- None of Mrs Wattana’s jewelry 9pm on July 6. the area recorded her car driving they spent the day looking for her, ing on questioning more people and – a gold necklace and two gold A witness told police that when in the direction of the pond at said Capt Thada. collecting more evidence.” Body of man swept into sea brought back following day THE body of a man who disap- peared while fishing with friends in Phuket on July 4 was found washed ashore at Kalim Beach, north of Patong, the next morning. “Villagers called us at about 9am to say they had found a body on Kalim Beach,” said Patong Police officer Thawatchai Srimai. “He has been identified as Jittakorn Kerdrit, 32, from Surat Thani,” Lt Thawatchai said. “There were no signs of vio- Mr Kerdrit’s body is recovered. lence on his body,” he added. Mr Jittakorn went fishing at When his wife and friends Kalim Beach with his wife and couldn’t find him, they reported some friends, explained police. him missing to Patong Police. At about 5pm, as he was stand- His body washed ashore about ing on some rocks near the 300 meters from where he had Paradise View Point Restaurant, gone into the water, said Lt big waves struck him and pulled Thawatchai. him into the sea. – Kritsada Mueanhawong Just-arrived American man dies while surfing at Kata AN AMERICAN surfing at Kata Beach died the day he arrived after falling from his board into the water. Mark Carroll, 60, hit Kata’s surf alone immediately after checking into his hotel on July 8. “Mr Carroll appeared to have lost consciousness while surfing and fell into the water,” said Pichai Wattanawalan of the Karon Police. He was unconscious but breath- ing when lifeguards pulled him from the water, said Capt Pichai. Kata Beach. Photo: Gazette file. “However, Mr Carroll stopped were unsuccessful. He was pro- breathing while being transferred nounced dead at about 6:30pm,” to Patong Hospital. Doctors did Capt Pichai said. their best to resuscitate him, but – Kritsada Mueanhawong July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 5 Leaflet campaign assails Kathu chief By Paramee Poolsawat checkpoint to test teenagers for drugs. When some teenagers KATHU District Chief Veera tested positive, they were asked Kerdsirimongkol has denounced to pay 8,000 baht to avoid being accusations claiming that he sent to a mandatory drug rehabili- accepted cash from drug suspects tation program,” the handbills to overlook test results and that alleged. he attempted to extort money The leaflets, printed only in from developers by holding their Thai, also accuse Mr Veera of machinery for ransom. seizing a backhoe and three 10- Chief Veera flatly denied the wheeled trucks on Big Buddha allegations: “I have hill, but not pressing never sought ben- any charges. efits, money or Instead, he asked otherwise, to release for about 200,000 drug suspects. It’s baht to have the ve- not true, and all the hicles returned, the other things the handbills alleged. handbills say are not The leaflets called true.” for the Ministry of In- The accusations terior to remove Chief were printed on Veera from office by handbills being circu- July 31. lated throughout “Or else there will Kalim, Kamala and be protests to close Accusatory leaflets like the one at left litter the Kalim-Kamala road. Photos: Veera Kerdsirimongkol Patong. Many of the the road and the Kathu leaflets were found strewn along District Office, and we will do ev- “I have even posted one of the on protected forest areas. These and distributing them. the side of the road between Kalim ery thing we can to get justice,” leaflets at the Kathu District investigations have doubtless “Police have found CCTV foot- and Kamala on the morning of the writers warned. Office so everyone can read it,” cost some people a lot of age showing the handbills being July 7. Chief Veera remained unde- Chief Veera said. money,” he said. thrown from a black car in Soi The leaflets, dated July 1, 2013, terred by the allegations and “I believe the handbills came Police at Patong, Thung Thong Kathu Waterfall at about 1am on allege malfeasance by Chief Veera vowed to continue his fight from someone who lost out due and Kamala have been asked to Sunday… After the car exited the in two specific cases. against land encroachment and to my investigations into illegal identify and arrest those respon- soi we couldn’t see where it “Mr Veera had police set up a drugs. deforestation and encroachment sible for creating the documents went,” Chief Veera said.

Loss of a lane on the bypass road has caused cars on Thepkrasattri Rd to back up as far as the Heroine’s Monument. Photo: Saran Mitrarat Bypass repairs cause jams LONG tailbacks on Thepkrasattri timely finish to the construction. Road caused by the resurfacing “We’ve contacted the Phuket of the bypass road starting at the Highways Office to ask them to Bang Khu Intersection in Koh speed up the work,” Sen Sgt Maj Kaew has forced police to urge Pairote Srathorngin of Phuket City motorists to use alternative Traffic Police said. routes. “Unfortunately, the daily rain “We need to resurface about we’ve been getting is delaying the 1.5km of the [bypass] road,” said construction,” he said. Phuket Highways Office Director Sgt Pairot has already changed Samak Luedwonghad. traffic light settings to try to ease “The road surface is uneven delays. and broken up so much it looks “I ordered the southbound like crocodile skin,” he said. lanes at the Koh Kaew Intersec- The effect on traffic has been tion be given a longer green light dramatic. during rush hours. This should “During rush hour, the traffic improve the flow,” he said. can back up all the way to the Sgt Pairote advised drivers to Heroine’s Monument,” said one consider using the road behind the disgruntled motorist. Premium Outlet mall instead of the Mr Samak said the resurfacing bypass road. is scheduled to be completed “Go through the Bang Khu In- within 150 days. tersection towards town. At the “But I examined the site to- first u-turn, go straight across. day and I don’t think it should That road takes you behind the take that long. By my estimate it Premium Outlet mall and recon- should take less than four nects with the bypass road farther months,” he said. down,” he said. Traffic police have asked for a – Saran Mitrarat 6 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS July 13 - 19, 2013 Hope takes

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…Rahaman; D/fitter Cadet Mo- hammed Rubel; Oiler Mohammad Osman and GS Saiful Islam to Takuapa Prison, where the suspect is being held. Photo: Corrections Dept their home port Chittagong in Bangladesh. Meanwhile, on July 5, a Navy Rohingya rape suspect helicopter spotted deck hand Abu Bakar Siddique holding on to a life preserver for dear life in the swirl- handed over to court ing sea. THE Rohingya man charged by Sgt Weerayuth is also report- The HTMS Pattani, deployed police with holding a 25-year-old edly the first Royal Thai Police to carry out the search over a 20- Rohingya woman captive and rap- officer to be charged with human mile radius, brought on board ing her repeatedly over three days trafficking. three more survivors the same has been handed over to the The investigation into the hu- day: 2nd Officer Mohammad Takuapa Court. man trafficking and rape ordeal is Mobarak Hossain and Cadets Kuraburi Police relinquished likely to take at least a month to Raeq Fairooz and Mushfiqur custody of Korlimula Ramahatu conclude, Col Chalerm noted. Rahman. on July 3 after he conducted a re- “We need to question the two “All were found floating on life enactment of the alleged crimes a daughters. That will take time. A preservers,” said Rear Admiral day earlier. social worker, psychologist and the Prayuth Phutien of the Royal Thai “The suspect denied the rape public prosecutor must be present Navy’s Phuket-based Third Area charge,” Kuraburi Deputy Police when we question them,” Col Command. Superintendent Chalerm Wanna- Chalerm explained. The Pattani also recovered two sathid told the Gazette. “I believe it will take at least a bodies that day, whose identities “He claimed he was very reli- month before we can hand the as of July 10 had not been con- gious. He said he would not do case over to the Public Prosecu- firmed by Vachira Phuket Hospital. such a thing,” he added. tor,” he said. Bangladesh Ambassador to Mr Ramahatu on July 2 re- Mr Ramahatu is now being de- Thailand Kazi Imtiaz Hossain traced his alleged steps during the tained at Takuapa District Prison. arrived in Phuket on July 5 to trafficking and alleged rape ordeal. “He has a right to request bail. assist in the coordination of the “We took him to the shelter Police denied him that privilege, search and rescue efforts. where he picked up the woman but we no longer have authority As 2nd Officer Hossain arrived and her daughters, then we headed over this. It is now up to the court by medivac helicopter, Amb to the house, about 10 kilometers whether or not to allow him to Hossain rushed to greet him. Bangladesh Ambassador Hossain speaks to crewman Mohammad Mobarak Hossain to reassure him he is safe. Photo: Chutharat Plerin away,” said Col Chalerm. post bail,” Col Chalerm explained. “He seemed very weak, but he The house belongs to Mr Sgt Weerayuth, however, re- said his name. It’s a great relief to the search for more survivors. “The crew said the bodies they Ramahatu’s relative, he said. mains free. see the survivors… I also intro- Local fishermen that afternoon saw were wearing life jackets, but “He used to live there when he “He surrendered himself to po- duced myself to him to let him reported seeing four bodies in life they did not recover them because was working for Sgt Maj lice and acknowledged the charges know that he has not been aban- jackets off Koh Rok, off the coast they were afraid they would be- Weerayuth Fuangfu as a palm against him; then he was re- doned,” Amb Hossain said. of Krabi. come involved in a crime that had plantation laborer. Sgt Weerayuth leased,” said Col Chalerm. “We are very grateful to the The Koh Rok Islands, a popu- been committed,” he explained. is the person who allegedly picked “However, Sgt Weerayuth must Royal Thai Navy and the Thai of- lar day-trip destination for tourist The Royal Thai Navy alerted up the other two Rohingya come to the police anytime he is ficials who have risked their lives snorkellers and divers, are located the local Marine Police and the women from the shelter,” Col called,” he added. for the survivors,” he added. about 100 kilometers southeast of Thailand Maritime Enforcement Chalerm explained. – Chutharat Plerin The Navy on Monday called off Phuket. Coordinating Centers. Survivor recounts ordeal CREWMAN Abu Bakar Siddique lay resting in a ward in Vachira Phuket Hospital in Phuket Town, recovering from his ordeal of be- ing washed overboard from the cargo ship MV Hope amid heavy seas late on July 4. The MV Hope was overpow- ered by rough seas while en route from Penang, Malaysia, to Chittagong, Bangladesh. The ship was about 25 nautical miles south of Racha Noi Island when the heavy weather began to take its toll. “About 11pm, there was heavy rain and seas that made our ship shake,” he told the Gazette. “Around midnight, the star- board side was hit by big waves and damaged. There was a big hole in the side and the ship started sinking,” he added. There were 17 people on the ship when it started listing heavily. “There were 12 of us on deck Crewman Abu Bakar Siddique of the MV Hope holds up his hand, shredded when the ship suddenly tipped. We by trying to cling to the hole in the ship’s hull. Photo: Saran Mitrarat all went overboard, but the other July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 7 hit in Phuket storm Marine Office ducks overloading probe THE Phuket Marine Office will “The ship’s certificate showed not be investigating any aspect its load-carrying capacity was of the MV Hope capsizing south 5,550 metric tonnes. But accord- of Phuket, despite eight crewmen ing to the information provided still being lost at sea. to Chittagong Port Authority by According to Phuket Marine the owners, it showed the ship Office chief Phuripat Theera- was carrying nearly 1,000 met- kulpisut, the MV Hope was not ric tonnes more than its in Thai territorial waters while en capacity,” reported bdnews24. route from Malaysia to Regarding the search mission, Bangladesh when the ship foun- however, Capt Thammawat dered – which to him meant that Malaisukkarin, Director of the Still listing dangerously, the Hope was towed to Langkawi. Photo: RTN the Thai authorities had no cause laysian and Thai counterparts – Naval Civil Affairs, confirmed LOST AT SEA to investigate. placed the ship at 25 miles directly that when the ship was found by “Where the ship capsized was south of Koh Racha Noi. the Navy search and rescue team, Rajib Chandra Karmaker, Captain not in Thai waters. We are re- The decision not to investigate it was well within Thai waters. Mohammed Mahabub Morshed, sponsible for only 24 nautical an incident that left a 97-meter “Even if it weren’t, we would Chief Officer miles from Koh Racha Noi. The cargo vessel adrift off the Thai have still provided assistance Kazi Saifuddin, Chief Engineer actual incident happened on the Andaman coast also follows news since we were the closest to it,” Nazam Uddin, 2nd Engineer high seas,” Mr Phuripat said. reports, which cited the MV he said. Mohammed Sadim Ali, Electrician The distress signal sent by the Hope’s ship registration certifi- “The ship is now under the Mohammad Nasir Uddin, Deck Hand ship’s crew – picked up by the cate, that the Hope was care of its insurance company Md Ali Hossain, Oiler Australian Maritime Safety overloaded by nearly 1,000 tonnes and has arrived at Langkawi, in Nasir Uddin, Chief Cook Authority’s Rescue Coordination of “ball clay” bound for ceramics Malaysia,” he added. Center and relayed to their Ma- factories in Bangladesh. – Chutharat Plerin

Mohammad Mobarak Hossain is plucked from the sea. Photos: RTN

However, the Navy did not dis- make the appropriate arrange- patch any ships or aircraft to ments,” he said. recover the bodies. “If we did, by The MV Confidence, commis- the time we reached the site, the sioned by the insurance company wind and current could have responsible for MV Hope, towed moved the bodies far from where the stricken vessel to Langkawi – they were last seen,” Capt Malaysia’s northernmost island on Thammawat said. the Andaman Coast. The vessel Regardless, Capt Thammawat arrived on Tuesday. urged anyone who discovers a “The Royal Thai Navy will not body at sea to report it to the be involved in any further efforts Royal Thai Navy’s Third Area involving the MV Hope as it is now Command in Phuket by calling out of Thai waters,” Capt 076-381598 or 076-393584. Thammawat added. “The line is open 24 hours. We will contact the Marine Police or Additional reporting by Kritsada the local Marine Office so they can Mueanhawong on the high seas five people did not, as they were Mohammed Rubel, Mohammad standing on the other side,” Mr Osman and Saiful Islam – were Siddique explained. rescued by the German container “I was in the water. Strong ship Buxmoon, which responded waves kept hitting me and bash- to a distress signal activated by the ing my head against the side of crew before the ship became the ship… I tried to grab where overpowered by the waves. the waves had ripped open the hull, “I lay with my face down on but I couldn’t the life preserver hold on. I cut and held it tight. my fingers on ‘Then I heard a helicopter That moment I the torn metal,” sound. At that moment, I thought about he said, raising knew I would survive’ God, because his bandaged he was the only – Abu Bakar Siddique hand to show MV Hope survivor one who could the cuts. give me the “I didn’t know where my strength to survive,” Mr Siddique friends were. I couldn’t see any explained. of them,” he added. “It kept raining and the sea was “Then I saw a life preserver crazy. Then I heard a helicopter floating on the water. I grabbed it sound. At that moment, I knew I and held on. I saw the five people would survive,” he added. who were still on the ship being Exhausted from his ordeal, Mr rescued by another ship, but that Siddique remained grateful. ship could not see me,” he said. “The pain in my head isn’t The five crewman – Fourth En- much better, but thank God I am gineer Md Abdul Hakim, Deck alive,” he said. Cadets Moklechur Rahman, – Saran Mitrarat 8 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS July 13 - 19, 2013 Hajj pilgrims Police sniff out glue-huffing line up for free vaccines monk on holiday in Phuket MORE than 200 Muslims planning By Kritsada Mueanhawong to make the Hajj this year took ad- vantage of free vaccinations at the A MONK who came to Phuket to Phuket Provincial Administration visit a friend was arrested in Ras- Organization (PPAO) Hospital last sada yesterday and charged with Saturday. sniffing glue and theft. “The Provincial Hospital has Police were alerted by villagers partnered with the Phuket Public at about 6pm on July 5 that a Health Office to offer free menin- monk was sniffing glue in a pavil- gococcal meningitis and influenza ion at Pa Aram Rattanaram vaccines to people in Phuket and Temple, near Mission Hospital. nearby provinces who plan to When police arrived at the travel to Mecca for the Hajj,” said temple, they found Chaiyasit Hospital Director Anan Janpetch, 33, sitting in the pavil- Lohapattanabamrung. ion with a glue can and glue in a “We also gave them free check- plastic bag beside him. ups and advised on how to In his bag they found a tablet protect themselves from Middle computer, a pocketknife, a mini East Respiratory Syndrome DVD player and some cash, with [MERS],” he added. a total value estimated at 7,000 MERS was first identified in baht, said Lt Col Prawit Engchuan Saudi Arabia, and the over- of the Phuket City Police. Mr Chaiyasit was defrocked and removed from the monkhood after confessing to stealing and sniffing glue. whelming number of deaths from After Mr Chaiyasit confessed ing to Phuket City Police station. went to the temple nearest the lice that the day after he arrived in the syndrome – 38 out of 44 – that he had been sniffing glue, he “I was a monk for six years, Rassada bus station and contin- Phuket he stole 1,000 baht and a have occurred there, making was taken to Buddha Mongkol first in Trang and then in Pattani. ued staying there after he was child’s schoolbag from a grocery public health officials keen to Nimit Temple in Phuket Town to I came to Phuket on June 29 to unable to contact his friend. He store on Thepkrasattri Road, Lt ensure that pilgrims are educated be defrocked and formally re- visit a friend in Patong,” Mr had no plans to return to Pattani, Col Prawit said. about the disease. moved from the monkhood. Chaiyasit told the police. he said. Mr Chaiyasit has been charged – Auntika Sivasen He was then taken for question- After arriving in Phuket, he Mr Chaiyasit confessed to po- with sniffing glue and theft. Women flock to penis tree

A TREE that bears a remarkable resemblance to a man’s nether regions is setting pulses racing in a village in the northern province of Kamphaeng Phet. The mango tree, which was found on land belonging to 50- year-old Lot Panthap in a village in Khlong Mae Lai Subdistrict, appears to have two legs and what looks like a penis hanging The happy women reach out for some wood. Photo: Saree Arayasampun between them. One person has reportedly She said the tree has had the Local villagers have been flock- won the lottery twice in a row protrusion ever since it was a ing to Mrs Lot’s garden carrying after getting numbers from the seedling, and at first she thought flowers and candles to pay their tree, which has led to even more nothing of it. respects to the unusual tree. people coming to try their luck But not so long ago, one of her In particular, the women of the with tree’s knob. neighbors was sitting under the village rub the tree’s penis with Mrs Lot said she planted the tree when she noticed it bore a white powder, hoping to gain good tree – a mango strain Thais call remarkable resemblance to the fortune and divine lottery num- ok rong, which means “cleavage” lower body of a naked man. bers from it. – more than 20 years ago. – Thai Rath Washing machine blazes in SuperCheap TWO fire trucks rushed to the “Once the fire was out. We SuperCheap convenience store lo- found two rooms had suffered se- cated about 30 meters from vere damage,” Capt Kraisorn said. Phuket’s renowned Wat Chalong “The staff told us that one of temple last week after being noti- them put clothes into the machine fied of a fire there at about 8:30am. to be washed. Ten minutes later “When we arrived at the scene they saw smoke pouring through- we were confronted by flames out the third floor,” he said. coming from a staff room on the Staff attempted to put the third floor of the building,” said flames out with fire extinguishers, Staff talk with police officers. Capt Kraisorn Boonprasop of the but were unsuccessful, Capt ing of the machine,” he said. Chalong Police. Kraisorn said. The fire caused an estimated It took firefighters about 10 “We expect the fire was caused 30,000 baht in damage. minutes to squelch the flames. by an electrical short in the wir- – Kritsada Mueanhawong July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 9 Police flex muscle on Bangla By Kritsada Mueanhawong to have used narcotics, said Deputy Superintendent Akanit IN A mass show of police Danpitaksat. strength, more than 300 officers “Three were at a nightclub on gathered in Phuket’s famed red- Soi Bangla, and four were at a light district of Soi Bangla in karaoke bar on Phang Muang Sai Patong last Saturday in the Kor Road,” he confirmed. government’s latest campaign to “We are conducting tests on V/Gov Sommai giving blood for bolster tourist safety on the island. any people we suspect of using Buddhist holiday. Photo: Red Cross Led by Phuket Governor Maitri drugs, whether they be motor- Inthusut, the officers patrolled the ists driving down the road or bars with an eye to keeping the people partying in a nightclub,” Vice Governor peace, on the lookout for any he said. troublemakers. “We are also checking work Sommai makes “Tourists need to have confi- permits and passports of foreign- dence that Phuket is a safe place, ers,” he added. merit by giving so we are staging raids from July Governor Maitri welcomed the 1 to July 15 to boost security,” security boost. blood donation Governor Maitri said. “It doesn’t matter whether it’s VICE Governor Sommai Prijasilpa “The Thai Government wants the low season or not, every sea- last week donated blood to help to increase revenue from tourism, son must be safe for tourists,” he publicize a special blood drive in and Phuket is among the top five said, ”especially since the number honor of Asarnha Bucha Day, tourist destinations in Thailand, of tourists is rising.” which marks the day the Buddha along with Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Governor Maitri pointed out outlined the four noble truths that Pattaya and Samui,” he said. that from January to June this form the basis of Buddhist The show of 300 on Saturday year, tourist arrivals were up 19 thought. followed 100 officers staging PREPARE FOR GLORY: 300 to battle Bangla security and safety risks. per cent over last year. The blood drive is scheduled for similar raids on Friday that netted “Making Phuket safe will make July 20 to 23. at least seven suspects who failed They set up a drug-test check- workers and children under 18 tourists happy and help to inspire “We will accept donations from on-the-spot urine tests. point on the beach road and years old working in nightclubs,” more visitors to return,” he said. 9am to 3pm at the Phuket Regional Patong Police Superintendent raided nightclubs, internet cafes Col Chiraphat explained. Blood Center [PRBC],” said Chiraphat Pochanaphan sepa- and karaoke bars. The random drug tests led to Additional reporting by Thawit Pawinee Inthusut, the president of rated the officers into four teams. “Our focus is on drugs, illegal the arrests of seven persons found Bilabdullar the Phuket Red Cross . On Asarnha Bucha Day, which falls on July 22 this year, Thai Buddhists give food offerings to Seminar aims to develop potential of Muslim women monks, listen to sermons and walk RECOGNIZING the importance “We see the project as an im- within temples holding lighted of women’s role in the family and portant way to develop candles. Donating blood is yet in society, Phuket officials last communities and even the nation another way for Buddhists to week held a two-day seminar because women are influential in make merit. aimed at developing the leadership the success of families,” PPAO The four noble truths outlined potential of Phuket Muslim Vice-President Sorratham Jinda by the Buddha after his enlighten- women. explained. ment were: all life is suffering; The seminar, held on Wednes- “Women teach their children to suffering is caused by craving; day and Thursday and organized follow Islamic law and also coun- there is a state beyond suffering by the Phuket Provincial Admin- sel and support their husbands,” and craving; and the way to this istrative Organization (PPAO), he said. state is via the eightfold path. aimed to improve Muslim “We firmly believe that women The PRBC is located at 38/139, women’s knowledge about their are the key to effectively devel- Rattanakosin 200 Year Road, next rights, roles and responsibilities, oping the institution of the family,” to the Employment Office, at and to encourage them to openly he said. Saphan Hin. communicate their opinions. – Irfarn Jamdukor Participants at the seminar for Muslim women. Photo: PPAO – Paramee Poolsawat 10 PHUKET GAZETTE NATIONAL NEWS July 13 - 19, 2013 Pressure mounts against ‘luxury living’ monk PRESSURE is mounting on a Si Sa Ket monk sex with a 15-year-old girl, The Nation reported. and 13 vehicles, including a Rolls Royce, who is accused of living a luxury lifestyle and Despite taking a vow of celibacy, he is also Chevrolet, Ferrari, Hummer, Toyota Camry, fathering a child with an underage girl. alleged to have had as many as seven lovers four pickup trucks and four motorcycles. Luang Pu Nenkham of Wat Pa Khanti and to have fathered a number of other After a meeting to discuss the probe with Dhamma hit the headlines last month after foot- children with them. the DSI, senior clergy from Si Sa Ket have age emerged on YouTube showing him and Reports have also alleged that up to 200 decided not to disrobe the monk until “addi- another monk flying in a private jet. million baht in donations has been uncovered tional evidence is provided”. Since then, an avalanche of damaging alle- in bank accounts belonging to his charity. Weera Daosee, an academic at the Si Sa Ket gations have surfaced concerning the lifestyle A joint investigation by the Department of Buddhism Office, suggested that it would prob- of the clergyman. Special Investigation (DSI) and the Office of ably take DNA results or the monk’s confession Luang Pu Nenkham, who is out of the coun- National Buddhism is said to have to warrant the termination of Luang Pu The detainees were left locked in try, is accused of fathering a child after having uncovered assets including two luxury homes Nenkham’s monkhood. the cell as the blaze engulfed parts of the building. Photo: The Nation Fury over Time magazine calls out detainee fire deaths ‘trashy’ full-moon parties THE GOVERNMENT is promis- THAILAND’s world-famous full- ing decisive action after four moon parties on the island of Koh detainees died in their cell when a Pha Ngan have become an envi- fire broke out at a Nonthaburi ronmentally destructive, crime- police station last week. ridden “disgrace”, according to a Deputy Prime Minister Pracha damning report last week in Time. Promnok said officers deemed The magazine detailed the responsible for their deaths would party’s decline from its humble be punished and the families com- origins in the late 1980s to today’s pensated, The Nation reported. huge, debauched gatherings, in The fire is believed to have which some 30,000 people de- started after a transformer ex- scend on Had Rin Beach for an ploded in the early hours of July orgy of “tawdry techno, cheap 7, causing a storeroom in the sta- fast food and wasted Millennials”. tion to catch fire. Beginning in 1988 on what old The four detainees, who were Thailand hand Joe Cummings locked up in the next room, are called “one of the most beauti- believed to have died from smoke ful beaches I’d ever seen”, the inhalation. party began to attract intrepid They were: Jerd Songpoo, travellers who came for festivi- charged for illegal possession of ties centered on “tents, campfires guns; Wasant Sornsil, charged and music the partygoers made with driving under the influence; themselves”. Wisut Kongyuen, charged with “Hippies from across the globe possession of an illicit drug; and used to quietly gather at this idyl- Najirapong Wonganan, charged lic enclave, drifting in on clouds with using a prohibited drug. of marijuana smoke to sit on a Capt Somrak Yensabai said he beach, strum a battered guitar and heard a blast from the room next simply be,” the report said. to the cell before realizing a fire In 1989, when Mr Cummings was raging in the station. first attended the party, it was still Cheap buckets of alcohol and hard drugs are commonplace at full moon parties. Photo: Joe Stump He said he could not breathe, an intimate affair attracting no so he dashed outside to get help. more than 2,000 people. seeking out ya bah (the local name noted, Koh Phangan’s days as a The next day families of the But things changed. The Time for crystal meth) as well as backpacker haven may be victims came to the station to report catalogued the party’s ecstasy and heroin.” numbered. curse officers for failing to res- alarming array of current woes, Among the more recent inci- A new airport is scheduled to cue the suspects. which include the trashing of the dents to soil the party’s reputation open in the fall, putting the Mr Pracha expressed condo- environment, rampant crime and was the death of 22-year-old Brit- island just an hour away from lences to the grieving families, hard drug use, as well as deaths ish tourist Stephen Ashton, who Bangkok and likely leading to an adding that officers would have to from drowning, illness and was shot on New Year’s Eve when influx of wealthy visitors from determine whether the deaths were injury. unfeasibly large number of visi- a dispute between local gangs the capital. the result of neglect of duty, care- “In addition to the vast quanti- tors,” the report noted. turned violent. Time pointed out that the party lessness or uncontrollable factors. ties of broken glass and plastic “Hard drugs are now part of the Ekkapan Kaewkla, 26, admitted had “certainly passed its hedonis- National police chief Adul strewn across the sand each scene – as opposed to the rela- to shooting into the crowd and tic peak”, concluding: “Considering Saengsingkaew said those found month, the island is currently in tively benign marijuana and killing the young Briton, later what the full-moon parties used to responsible would be disciplined the throes of a freshwater crisis hallucinogenic mushrooms of pleading guilty to manslaughter. be, and what they’ve become, and prosecuted. as it seeks to accommodate an yore – with ravers these days Nevertheless, the Time report that’s no bad thing.” Bangkok taxi driver hacks American to death with machete in heavy traffic A TAXI driver hacked an American man to He got out of the taxi and a loud argu- two cuts to his left wrist. death with a machete in Bangkok following ment began, in which the American threw He was pronounced dead at the scene. an argument over a 51-baht fare. his cup of coffee at Mr Cherdchai through Mr Cherdchai said he threw the blade Cherdchai Utmacha, 32, confessed to the open car window. into a canal in Samut Prakan’s Bang Phli killing Troy Lee Pilkington, 51, on Satur- The driver told police he got a 16-inch district before disposing of his shirt as it day after the latter got out of his taxi in machete out of his trunk intending to was covered with blood. traffic and refused to pay, The Nation “threaten” the American, but claimed the Police arrested him after staking out his reported. victim attacked him first. apartment on Soi Chalerm Phra Kiat 46 in The suspect said when Mr Pilkington Mr Pilkington, a senior employee of Bangkok’s Prawet district. spotted the fare had reached 51 baht while Caterpillar Thailand from California, sus- He will be charged with murder and car- stuck in traffic on Sukhumvit Road he tained a deep cut to his head, one stab rying a deadly weapon, The Nation accused the driver of rigging the meter. wound to the left side of his chest and reported. Mr Pilkinton refused to pay. Photo: The Nation July 13 - 19, 2013 REGIONAL NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 11 In brief… Internet giants hit 44 people shot dead by Malaysian police last year FORTY-FOUR people were shot dead by the police last year, most of whom were Malays and Indo- in Singapore sling nesians, said Home Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. By Kevin Lim In a written reply to Lim Lip and Jeremy Wagstaff Eng (DAP-Segambut), Dr Ahmad Zahid said 20 of those killed were SINGAPORE’s move to tighten Malays while 18 were Indone- regulation of news websites, sians. already under fire from bloggers “The rest were four Indians and human rights groups, has and two Chinese,” he said, add- attracted criticism from an unex- ing that at the same time, 68 cases pected quarter: large internet firms of killings involving firearms were with a big presence in the city- recorded in the country. state who say the new rules will – The Star hurt the industry. Web giants Facebook, eBay, Exile seeks return Google and Yahoo! have said the revised rules “have negatively im- for Cambodia polls pacted Singapore’s global image CAMBODIAN opposition leader as an open and business-friendly Sam Rainsy, who has been living country”. in self-exile in Paris, France, to The comments, made in a let- avoid imprisonment, is seeking a ter to Singapore’s minister of royal pardon from King Norodom communications and information Sihamoni for his safe return to by the Asia Internet Coalition, an Cambodia to join in the election industry body, are the first sign on July 28. that Singapore’s success in woo- Mr Rainsy, head of the National ing major players to its shores is Rescue Party, is seen as a main not assured. Google, eBay, challenger to the Cambodian Facebook and Yahoo all have a People’s Party of Prime Minister major presence in the city-state. Protesters walk past a mock gravestone during a protest against new licensing regulations imposed by the Hun Sen who has ruled the coun- Google said separately it was government for online news sites, at Hong Lim Park in Singapore. Photo: Reuters tries for more than 28 years. concerned about the long-term – The Cambodia Herald implications of the regulation - was no change in its content last week that the rules would not especially for local internet entre- standards. cover commentary sites, and that preneurs who it said now faced “The new licensing framework the government had never ordered Toxic beer puts greater uncertainty and legal risk. is not intended to clamp down on removal of content because it was In late May Singapore said Internet freedom,” an MDA critical of the government under family in hospital websites that regularly report on spokesman said in a written re- existing regulations. EIGHT members of a family, Singapore would have to be li- sponse to questions. Singapore has defended the re- including a 4-year-old boy, were censed and listed 10 news sites Yahoo’s popular Singapore vision to its regulations, and hospitalized in Vietnam’s Thai that would be affected, based on ture, but this regulation looks a lot news site was the only foreign professed surprise at the opposi- Nguyen Province on Tuesday criteria such as having 50,000 like the past,” Google’s Ann Lavin, website among the 10 listed by the tion. Mr Kam said that such after being poisoned with take- unique visitors from Singapore director of public policy and gov- MDA, but critics fear the rules concerns would likely be accom- away beer from a bia hoi. each month. ernment affairs, Southeast Asia, could be extended to cover other modated via consultations with the Nguyen Khac Hieu, one of the Websites affected by the new told Reuters. websites, including those critical 10 websites over the wording of victims, said the beer was bought licensing regime would have to The Media Development Au- of the government. the licences. at a local shop at noon Monday. put up a S$50,000 (about 1.22 thority (MDA) said the changes A senior official at the Ministry “There is no need to read The shop owner is said to have million baht) performance bond would make the rules governing of Communications and Informa- signals because we are commu- used a discarded canister to store as well as take down within 24 news websites more consistent tion (MCI) responsible for the nicating what we think,” he said the beer. Mr Hieu later checked hours any story that authorities with those affecting newspapers ruling, Permanent Secretary during a question and answer ses- and found it was labelled “phos- deemed objectionable. and other traditional media plat- Aubeck Kam, told a gathering of sion at the computer users’ phoric acid” and had hazard “Singapore aims to be the fu- forms. But it has stressed there the Singapore Computer Society gathering. – Reuters warnings on it. – Viet Nam News Five days up a tree, man falls into clutches of hungry, angry tigers AFTER a three-day trek into the Mount Leuser National Park in Tamiang, Aceh district, Sumatra, rescuers on Monday reached five Indonesian men who were trapped in trees by Sumatran tigers. However, the angry animals had already mauled a sixth man to death. The men entered the park in search of rare agarwood, which is used to make incense and per- A Sumatran tiger. Photo: Reuters fume. They accidentally caught a ers by mobile phones, but a 28- tiger cub in a trap used to catch year-old man was mauled to deer for food, said district police death after the branch he was chief Lt Col Dicky Sondani. sitting on broke. The cub’s cries for help at- The five survivors were reported tracted seven adult tigers, from to all be safe, but in weak condi- which the six men fled to safety tion, after surviving by drinking by scrambling up trees. rain water. The men alerted local villag- – Jakarta Post 12 PHUKET GAZETTE INTERNATIONAL NEWS July 13 - 19, 2013 In brief… Chinese open fire on Tibetan monks on Dalai Lama’s birthday CHINA’S top official in charge of religious Chinese rule, a violent separatist. The Dalai Lama, groups and ethnic minorities vowed on Tues- who is based in India, says he is merely seeking Former Mexican day to step up the fight against exiled Tibetan greater autonomy for his Himalayan homeland. spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, as a rights While Chinese security forces often use President Fox group reported police shootings of monks heavy-handed tactics to stop protests in Ti- urges marijuana marking his birthday. betan regions, they rarely use guns. The comments by Yu Zhengsheng, number Officials reached by telephone in Ganzi said legalization four in the ruling Communist Party’s hierar- they had no knowledge of the incident. FORMER Mexican President chy, appear aimed at thwarting speculation that China’s Foreign Ministry said it was also Vicente Fox took his crusade to China’s new leadership could take a softer line unaware of the reports, but said the Dalai legalize marijuana to San Francisco on the Dalai Lama. Lama was using the opportunity of his birth- on Monday, joining pot advocates Beijing considers the Dalai Lama, who fled day to promote his separatist agenda. to urge the US and his own coun- China in 1959 after an abortive uprising against – Reuters The 14th Dalai Lama Photo: Kris Krug try to decriminalize the sale and recreational use of cannabis. Legalization is the only way to end the violence of Mexican drug cartels, which he blamed on America’s war on drugs, Fox said. Egypt seeks end to crisis Mexico’s current president, Enrique Pena Nieto, has opposed By Yasmine Saleh legalization. But he recently said and Tom Perry that he would consider world opinion on the matter, particularly EGYPT’S interim rulers issued a in light of recent voter-approved faster than expected timetable for initiatives to legalize marijuana in elections to try to drag the coun- Washington state and Colorado for try out of crisis, a day after 51 recreational use. people were killed when troops fired on a crowd supporting ousted President Mohamed Mursi. Two dead, 180 The streets of Cairo were quiet on Tuesday but Mursi’s Muslim injured in Asiana Brotherhood movement called for plane crash more protests later in the day, rais- ing the risk of further violence. TWO people were killed and 130 Under pressure to restore de- were hospitalized after an Asiana mocracy quickly, Adli Mansour, Airlines jumbo jet crash-landed at the judge named head of state by San Francisco International Air- the army when it brought down port on Saturday morning, San Mursi last week, decreed over- Francisco Fire Department Chief night that a parliamentary vote Joanna Hayes-White said. would be held in about six months. The Boeing 777, which had That would be followed by a flown from Seoul, South Korea, presidential election. was carrying 307 people when it In an important positive signal came in low and hit a sea wall at A member of the Muslim Brotherhood and supporter of deposed Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi displays for the transitional authorities, the spent ammunition after clashes with the army in front of Republication Guard headquarters. Photo: Reuters the end of the runway. ultra-orthodox Islamist Nour Party Eyewitnesses and survivors said it would accept ex-finance sponse to an attack by armed as- Mubarak in a popular uprising. have described a scene of chaos minister Samir Radwan as prime sailants. The protesters disputed However, the Muslim Brother- in the aftermath of the crash as minister, potentially paving the that account, insisting they were hood rejected the decree issued by emergency responders scrambled way for an interim cabinet. conducting peaceful dawn prayers. Egypt's interim head of state. to aid passengers fleeing the The stakes were raised dramati- “They shot us with teargas, Senior Brotherhood politician plane. cally by the bloodshed on Monday, birdshot, rubber bullets – every- Essam El-Erian said the decree by the worst since President Mursi thing. Then they used live bullets,” interim head of state Adli Mansour US considers was toppled by the military. The said a man wounded in the scuffle. was “usurping legislative power”. army opened fire outside Cairo’s alarm among key donors such as The bloodshed shocked The Brotherhood is demanding pulling all troops Republican Guard barracks where the US and the EU, as well as in Egyptians, already tired of the the military reinstate Mursi as the deposed leader is believed to Israel, with which Egypt has had a turbulence that began two and president and has said it will have from Afghanistan be held. US-backed peace treaty since 1979. half years ago with the over- nothing to do with the military- THE United States is consider- The bloodshed has also raised Officials said troops fired in re- throw of autocrat Hosni backed transition. – Reuters ing pulling out all its troops from Afghanistan next year, US offi- cials said, amid tension between Post Arab spring plagued by increased corruption: Poll President Barack Obama’s ad- CORRUPTION has worsened in most Arab corruption may undermine governments’ ef- The exception was Libya, where only 46% ministration and Afghan President countries since their 2011 revolutions, even forts to restore political stability, while hindering said the country had become more corrupt. Hamid Karzai’s government. though anger with corrupt officials was a economic growth and foreign investment. Within Egypt, 78% of respondents said the po- President Obama is commit- major reason for the uprisings, according to a Of four countries which experienced lice were corrupt or extremely corrupt. The ted to wrapping up US military public opinion poll released on Tuesday. changes of government during the Arab proportion was 65% for the judiciary and 45% involvement in Afghanistan by the The survey by Transparency International, Spring, a majority of respondents in three – for the military, one of the country’s most respected end of 2014, but the United States a global non-governmental body which stud- Egypt, Tunisia and Yemen – feel the level of institutions. has been talking with officials in ies bribery around the world, appears to dash corruption has risen in the past two years, the The survey was based on interviews with Afghanistan about keeping a hopes that the Arab Spring would produce survey showed. about 1,000 people in each country between small residual force there of per- cleaner government and business in the region. In Egypt, 64% said corruption had wors- last September and March this year. haps 8,000 troops. The Arab public’s continued frustration with ened; in Tunisia, the proportion was 80%. – Reuters Runaway train devastates Quebec tourist town THREE days after a runaway train residents will finally be allowed mation – because that makes it of- derailed and exploded in the down- back to assess the damage. ficial,” said Steve Lemay, the parish town core of Lac-Megantic, many For the families of the dead and priest of Lac-Megantic, who has residents of the Quebec tourist missing – around 50 people alto- been meeting with affected fami- town are still waiting for answers gether – the recovery efforts will lies. “It’s clear that they are not about missing loved ones. start to bring some closure, though waiting for the missing to return.” With the fires now out and the it may still take weeks or even Quebec police said late on Mon- authorities finally able to access months before all are identified. day that they had so far recovered the epicenter of the blasts, the “They know their loved ones 13 bodies from the blackened death toll is expected to climb and were there, on the site. Most of rubble of what was once the his- many of the town’s evacuated them are now waiting for confir- toric downtown strip. – Reuters The derailed train bursts into flames in Lac-Megantic. Photo: Reuters July 13 - 19, 2013 PROPERTY PHUKET GAZETTE 13 Furniture firm sets bar high in Phuket quality furnishings and furniture for the home, work space, living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen area, dressing room, dinning room as well as outdoor spaces. They also have interior finishings, as well as flooring and LONG standing property furnish- synthetic stone materials. ing company, Modernform contin- Modernform imports furniture ues to raise the bar for local real fittings and accessories of lead- estate, and is confident of hitting ing brands from Germany and and maintaining its “beefy” monthly Italy, among others. sales target of 8-10 million baht. The new Phuket showroom will One of the living room designs by Modernform. Photos: Modernform With its 30-year track record in sell unique bedroom furniture such the industry, the Bangkok-based The showroom is at the Premium as the contemporary bed “Posto” firm has several branches and deal- Outlet on the bypass road. which uses different materials to ers throughout the country, namely give the bed a modern design; the in Bangkok’s Central World, Sri Plc); Supalai Park @ Downtown “Think chair”, which aids posture Nakarin, Rangsit (outlet), Crystal (Supalai Plc), Connext Condo, and helps backbone movement by Design Center and South Pattaya; Phumuntra Condominium, as well using the bottom of the chair to the firm also distributes its prod- as projects with a number of other support the backbone and help ucts through authorized dealers in trusted developers such as Win keep it naturally aligned. Chiang Mai, Udon Thani, Khon Pro Co Ltd and the Phuket Thani Moreover, the chair also utilizes Kaen and Surat Thani. real estate company. a smart technology through what Its Phuket showroom, which The firm’s director and presi- is known as a “Weight-Activated spans 700 square meters and cost dent, Mr Patana Usanachitt told Mechanism” which allows weight about 20 million baht, offers a the Gazette that he is bullish level to be set, tailored to the user. wide range of furnishing products, about his firm’s prospects: “We – Phuket Gazette aimed primarily at the middle-in- import premium and high qual- come market segment. ity products which are different Modernform’s Phuket showroom is Modernform’s growing portfo- from our competitors, and we located at the Premium Outlet lio of clients on the island is sell products to real estate com- (Gallery Plaza), 888 M 2, Koh Kaew, highlighted by a number of well- panies that are prevailing over Muang,Phuket 83000 Tel: 076-350- branded new developments such their rivals,” he said. 471-3 Fax: 076-350-474. Open daily The “Think chair” aids posture and helps backbone movement. as Habitia and Habitown (Sansiri Among its offerings include top- from 10a.m to 7pm. 14 PHUKET GAZETTE PROPERTY July 13 - 19, 2013 More ways to secure Thai land

By David Mayes have no legal recourse should they decide to rip you off. I have FOR those of you who read my recently heard about an expat likely article on obtaining Thai citizen- losing his property because he put ship and aren’t going down that it into someone’s name and they road, I promised to come back borrowed against it to develop a and write about the other ways of property that didn’t exactly turn “buying” property in Thailand. out as expected. Even your wife The fact is you can go right or mother in law, or maybe I ahead and pay for land here, but should say especially your mother the law is clear that the land office in law, may do unexpected things will not be registering the title in a that could see your property taken foreigner’s name. I am often asked away from you. by people in Phuket about how to The government has continu- secure the land under the property ously threatened to crack down they wish to own, and in my nor- on the practice of nominee share- mal line of work , I get to sit down holders and companies which are with many people from various only set up to skirt property laws. walks of life and hear what they It seems to me that the majority have in fact done themselves. of people I have come across DREAM HOME: Buying land in Thailand can be a headache for most foreigners. Photo: Love Kittaya Obviously purchasing a freehold throughout the country use this condo is the most straightforward, method and the government has although if your heirs are not Thai never made good on its promise citizens they will have trouble in- to root them all out. It would still heriting it from you. Most of you, worry me personally that some- I would assume, are more inter- day there may be a reckoning. ested in buying a house in paradise, To me it seems that if you and this is where things get much can actually have a “real” business more tricky. Knowing what not to here this is ideal and would be do is almost as important as a legally acceptable means of knowing what to do in this case. owning a property, but of course Many people simply find a Thai then you have the risk that busi- person they think they can trust ness goes bad. and register the property in their The major problem with the name. Others set up shell compa- lease method to me is that legally nies to hold the title at the land you have rented the property for office, and some actually form thirty years. The land office will Purchasing a freehold condo is the most straightforward way for foreigners to own property in Thailand. Photo:Zcape companies that in reality do some only register that bit of the con- the property back after thirty years a Thai person you think you can to hold the Thai company so that sort of business. Some people get tract, the rest of it is technically despite a contract for two trust and then lease it from them. they can pass shares on to their a thirty year lease with the illegal and if the original seller additional thirty year extensions. Alternatively, you could start a loved ones to avoid a taxable event promise of multiple extensions. decides not to give you the next Since none of the methods are company and then lease it back, in Thailand or any other scrutiny No one way is fool-proof, as I will thirty years, it is hard to know if fool-proof on their own, I think a giving you a second layer of pro- at death. Of course it may be explain below. that would stand up in court. prudent thing to do is to mix them tection securing your usage rights overboard and a little expensive, It should go without saying Also, if you die, the lease dies up. I would never get a 30-year should something go wrong with but at least you can secure the that if you trust putting the title with you, and if the seller dies it is lease from the seller, you could in- the company. right to use the property even if into someone else’s name, you likely their heir could try to claim stead put the title into the name of Some use an offshore company you can never technically own it. Slower growth forecast for 2nd half THE property market is expected However, the overall market will presales of 15.5bn baht in the first to grow more slowly in the second continue to expand because half. The company’s full-year half of the year, due to the economic demand for homes priced up to five target is 20bn baht. slowdown and a fall in purchasing million baht is still strong among AP (Thailand)’s presales totalled power in a key segment, according those in employment and generat- 8bn baht, while Supalai achieved to leading developers. ing a monthly income, he said. 10bn baht. Their full-year targets Pruksa Real Estate director and Demand for homes in this price are 22bn baht and 26bn baht, chief business officer Prasert category continues to be largely real, respectively. Taedullayasatit said the market rather than demand for speculative SC Asset Corp saw presales of would be slower than in the first or investment purposes, he added. Bt6 billion in the first half, repre- half of the year for these reasons, Nonetheless, Issara said the over- senting 40% of its target of 15bn and that reduced purchasing power all property market may grow by baht for the entire year. would affect the market for homes less than had been estimated early Property Perfect, meanwhile, costing more than 5 million baht. this year, due to reduced demand had presales worth 6bn baht. However, the demand for homes from speculators and investors for The developer’s 2013 target is priced up to 5mn baht will properties costing more than five 19bn baht. continue to expand because this million baht. “Our presales were higher than segment represents real demand Putting aside the prospects for we had estimated following in- from those who buy a property in the second half, top 10-listed creased demand for homes costing which they intend to live, he said. developers have recorded presales up to five million apiece,” said Demand for homes priced up to worth more than 100 billion baht Pruksa’s Prasert. 2mn baht is also continuing to combined for the first six months Supalai managing director Atip grow, as buyers in that category of the year. Pruksa Real Estate had Bichanond said the company’s first- are generally not those who decided presales of 23bn baht, more than half presales had come in lower than to purchase a vehicle under the half the company’s full-year target estimated because it had launched government’s first car scheme, he of 35bn baht. fewer projects during the period. added. Sansiri’s presales came in at That said, presales were still “Our research shows that 29bn baht, more than half the higher than in the same period last customers buying a first car have a company’s full-year target of 48bn year, he added. different lifestyle from people baht. SC Asset chief operating officer purchasing a home, which put them Land & Houses, meanwhile, Kree Dejchai said presales in the first in a different market and leads us to achieved presales worth 15 bn half had been close to the company’s believe that homes costing no more baht, exactly half of the company’s target, thanks to higher demand than 2mn baht will still experience full-year target. than in the same period last year. strong demand,” said Prasert. LPN Development recorded – The Nation July 13 - 19, 2013 PROPERTY PHUKET GAZETTE 15 Same old game – new players, rules

CHANGE: Phuket’s real estate window of opportunity is not what it was a decade ago. Life in paradise is not as cheap as it used to be, when it was forty baht to the dollar. Photo: Bill Barnett IT’S been said that all that glitters is not gold from rags to riches, there In the uniqu Thai as easy as just showing up, and opening the and real estate is an example of the vast wealth were no corresponding world of “same same but door with a flood of easy property sales. The that simple plots of dirt can conjure up. But large-scale defaults of epic different”, everyone in vicious competition of new emerging mar- bringing on the bling can certainly attract some proportions. Of course the industry has had to kets, resales, cheap rentals and shoebox of the more adventurous souls out there. there have been some, which have inflicted take a reality check, change expectations condos are enough to make most people dizzy. Last week, an image of a Phuket considerable pain on naive purchasers. and tune up or tune out. Sure there are hold- In days past, foreigners who traveled to property man’s life, who had taken a turn More than a decade has come and gone outs wanting the good old days to return. the East had the opportunity to remake their for the worse, flashed up on various news since mad dogs and glory saw demand For them, the best advice might be antici- lives, rewrite the book and this remains the sites across the island. The mug shots with sprint far ahead of supply. Imagine Usain pating when hell freezes over. It’s been no case to this day. But one thing for sure is police and the threat of pending deporta- Bolt racing with a hippo. The fix was in. different for local Thai developers who hear Easy Street is a dead end, and there are no tion are a sad reminder of the personal Today, as we all know, the tables have been the running of Bangkok bulls over and over short cuts. demons of paradise. turned, the baby has grown into a full fledged each and every night. Reality has bitten back and the truth is My mind’s eye turned back to the Phuket adult and the welcome mat while still out, is Today, there remains money to be made just like selling dirt. Making money on boom years after the new millennium, and now dominated by bigger players who have on the island whether you are Thai or an expat, property here, as in most parts of the I had a hard time reconciling the distant no trouble flexing their toned muscles. but the goalposts are higher and competition world, is a long-term proposition. vision of success with the immediate Since the global financial crisis, Phuket’s fierce. Sure the highways glitter with foreign- Certainly there are exceptions, but for the prospect of certain failure. expat real estate players have felt a continued ers’ red license plates but most of these are most part hard work, good ideas and For the most part, our property sector has pressure similar to global warming. The seas funded through money from abroad. Things dogma are the only things that count in taken a predictable course in cyclical growth are rapidly rising and it has been a daily race in the property trade are not as easy as they this race. Add in a little luck, but be very from an emerging story line, with more to sink or swim. Of course, many have had used to be, but for a few, success remains wary of getting to close to the edge, it’s entrepreneurs than institutional developers. to change course, going from sales into rent- achievable unlike many countries in the West a long way down. Phuket has historically been unlike other parts als, estate management, online anything or where it’s best to just not bother getting out of Thailand in that its tourism and property completely different businesses. The world of bed, roll over and cry the entire day. Bill Barnett is the managing director of C9 sectors have a large segment of foreign they had known had disappeared and a Life in paradise is not as cheap as it used Hotelworks and can be contacted through players. Despite the stories of meteoric rises ransom note was left by the nightstand. to be, when it was forty baht to a dollar. Nor C9hotelworks.com 16 PHUKET GAZETTE BUSINESS July 13 - 19, 2013 Japan aims to lure more Thai, Asean tourists JAPAN-bound travelers from Thailand are set a new target of attracting 18 million expected to significantly rise as a result tourists by 2016 and 25 million by 2020. of the visa waiver recently introduced by In its new marketing strategy, Japan eyes Japan for those on short-term visits. more tourists from Asean countries, with Although Japan’s tourism industry Thai people on top of the chart, followed looks to bounce back after it was hit by by Indians in South Asia, to make up for a devastating earthquake two years ago the decrease in the number of Chinese tour- and the tsunami that ensued, which ists in 2012. claimed many lives, Japan is determined One of the Japanese government’s tofurther boost its tourism industry. strategies is to allow Thai and Malaysian Recently, Japan has announced that passport holders entering the country for Thai passport holders can now enter the a short period without the need to obtain country without the hassle of applying a visa. This policy was announced on the for a visa. According to statistics, the June 11. number of tourists visiting Japan in 2012 Japan has noted with satisfaction a steady totaled over 8 million, up 34.6% from rise in the number of Thais visiting the coun- the previous total of 6.2 million in 2011, try with 223,200 recorded in 2009 and over when Japan was hit by the earthquake 268,400 in 2010. However, the figure and the tsunami. dropped by almost 29% in 2011 to 191,209 The tendency has raised the Japanese due to the earthquake and tsunami. TOKYO DRIFT: Thai tourists visiting Japan dropped 29% after the tsunami. Photo: YoHandy government’s optimism, prompting it to – National News Bureau of Thailand Expat retirement: abroad vs home IF YOU have been an expat for a non-home country currencies good portion of your adult or work- and pay annual expenses to main- ing life, you may be wondering tain such visas. whether to retire abroad or return Likewise, there is always the to your home country to retire. risk of retirement visa rules or However, before you decide to Housing Back Home requirements changing or be- become either a permanent expat Even if you have a good retirement coming more financially onerous or a returnee, you will need to income, returning home to a place – forcing you to leave. take into account the following like San Francisco or London, considerations: where housing has gotten very Standard of Living expensive, may not be financially If you have gotten accustomed Your Retirement Income viable without a large mortgage if to living in places where expats The cost of living “back home” you did not maintain a residence in enjoy a very high standard of liv- may have risen so much during such pricey locations. ing (live-in domestic help), re- your time abroad that returning on And having a mortgage as a turning home will likely be much your retirement income will mean retiree on a fixed income is usu- more of a culture shock. After a much lower standard of living. ally not a smart financial move. all, it’s usually only the truly rich The good news is that infla- in developed countries that en- PRIME FACTOR: The map charts the world’s cities that have costs of living tion tends to be much lower in Tax Home Situation joy live-in domestic help – some- that are cheap (green) and expensive (red). Source: Expatistan.com developed countries than in the Living abroad for most retirees thing that may become more of emerging markets that are popu- who aren’t US citizens (and thus a necessity rather than a luxury home country for a major and to a northern latitude to be an lar retirement destinations, subject to worldwide taxation) as you get older. expensive medical emergency. even more difficult adjustment meaning the low interest rates will likely mean significantly when you are older. your investments might be get- lower taxes. Personal Health Climate ting right now, and for the However, taxes may not mat- The older you are, the more diffi- Living in places like Thailand where Family, Friends, Others foreseeable future, may be ter much when making a decision cult it will be to buy affordable the weather is usually hot and hu- If you have been an expat for many enough to at least get by on with- if you will be on a relatively low health insurance as there is mid, plus there is an years, you may not have many close out many worries. fixed or investment income while usually an age cut-off date while annual rainy season, may become family or friends left in your home Moreover, not returning home American retirees have 50 states government health care programs harder to bear the older you are country who can assist you in any for some nationalities (British) with 50 different tax regimes to for retirees rarely cover citizens while “winter” in the tropics may way. That could make integrating can mean frozen pension incomes. choose from. when they are living abroad. actually be relatively cold when back into your home country even A possible compromise might you consider homes usually don’t more difficult as it might be hard Cost of Retirement Visas be to retire abroad in an inexpen- have central heating of any kind. to find a social circle of friends you Returning to your home coun- sive location close to your home On the other hand, if you have can relate to as you have no doubt try will not require you to tie up country (Mexico if you are spent a good portion of your life missed out on a lot of events and potentially large sums of money American or Canadian) so that it’s abroad in warm tropical climates, cultural or political changes while in retirement visa deposits in possible to easily return to your you might find returning home living abroad. Shrimp exports to swell ACCORDING to representatives with parties agreeing to the estab- from various Thailand-based food lishment of public private partnership export associations, the volume of (PPP) working groups to overlook shrimp exports is expected to rules and regulations of food export increase this year by 40%, while the supply chain and FTA developments export value will also swell by 20% that impact the food industry. due to the appreciation of the baht. The PM was told that exports Projections about Thai food of frozen chickens this year would exports were presented to Prime reach 620,000 tons with a value of Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, 79 billion baht. This would equate who’d chaired a discussion on July to an increase of 7% from last year; 8 with entrepreneurs from the food whereas the value of processed export and agri-food industries. food exports was expected to be In the meeting, the private sec- valued at approximately 180bn baht, tor called for the Government to which would be about the same as attend to anti-dumping measures, last year. – Phuket Gazette July 13 - 19, 2013 BUSINESS PHUKET GAZETTE 17 Island inflation 10% higher than country

By Steven Layne Commerce Ministry’s Information trends for everything from food, Office and Bureau of Trade and beverages, apparel, housing and PHUKET continues to outpace Economic Indices, recently pub- personal health-care, to vehicles, most of the rest of the country lished the province’s Consumer transport, communications, en- in terms of inflation, with the Price Index (CPI-P) analysis for tertainment, media, education, cost of living on the island in the the first half of the year. religion, tobacco and alcohol. first six months of the year, It should also be noted that Phuket’s average year-on-year growing at a rate 10% faster this year, the Kingdom’s central inflation of 3% during the first than Thailand overall. indices office changed its base six months derives is highlighted Meanwhile, headline (overall) year – the year used to compare by an average 3.2% price inflation in the Kingdom’s two current consumer prices to – increases for food and [non-al- main cities in the North and from 2007 to 2011. coholic] beverage items (F&B), Northeast was more than 40% Prior to such change, from namely fruits and vegetables higher than the national average. 2007 to 2012, overall inflation in (5.2%), out-of-home consumer As measured by the average Thailand was measured at about foods (4.7%); in-home con- Consumer Price Index (CPI), 16%, compared to Phuket, which sumer foods (2.4%) dairy and Thailand’s cost of living in the had a 5-year inflation rate of 26%. egg products (3.6%); meat, CENTRALIZED: Bangkok continues to have the country’s most stable economy. first six months of 2013 rose by In other words, during the poultry and seafood items 2.7% over the same period last period, the cost of living in (3.5%); food condiments transport and communications inflation rate in the country so year, while overall inflation in Phuket rose about 60% quicker (1.5%) and rice, flour and flour (2.7%); housing (1.8%); and far this year, with the economies Phuket was measured at 3.1% than Thailand as a whole. products (0.2%). personal health care (1.4%). of major cities in the North and during the same period, com- Compared with the national CPI Meanwhile non F&B items on Consumer expenses and prices Northeast this year being af- pared to 6.3% in Chiang Mai and report, which now surveys 450 the island inflated by 2.5%, high- categorized as entertainment, fected by a number of economic 5.9% in Khon Kaen. items (previously, 407), the CPI- lighted by consumer goods price reading, education and/or religion stimulus initiatives and schemes. The Phuket Commerce Office, P survey for Phuket covers only and expense rises in alcohol and inflated in Phuket by only 0.7%. Among the most controversial in collaboration with the Phuket 238 consumer goods and services. tobacco (7.8%); clothing apparel A change from the usual, of these is the government-spon- provincial government and the Both lists cover expense and footwear (6%); packaging, Phuket has not had the highest sored rice pledging scheme. Trade drops by nearly 60% since last year THREE-quarters of the way into (y-o-y) from 8.6bn baht. the government’s current fiscal The average export price of rub- year, the island’s export-import ber (FOB via Bangkok) in July has industry is dwindling, particularly dropped by about 18% y-o-y now when compared to last year’s to about 80 baht per kilogram. benchmark trading year. Meanwhile, Phuket’s second Phuket Customs House’ biggest export is fiberboard records through June 30 show that made from old rubber trees the value of exports in the 2013 (1.46bn baht or 29% of government fis- exports), cal year (October down 28% y- 1, 2012 to Sep- o-y from tember 30, 2013) 2.03bn baht. so far, is just Other over 5 billion baht significant – having plum- exports meted by 58% include sports from this time and leisure last year, when vessels over 12bn baht (384mn baht worth of exports or 7.63% of were declared. exports); Likewise, the DRY: Export rubber prices have live sea fish value of legal and plummeted by 18% since July, 2012. (78mn baht) properly taxed and frozen sea imports to the island during the fish (74.9mn baht). same period also are down, by Topping the island’s imports’ 59% to 682.2 million baht from list, by combined gross value, is 1.67bn baht this time last year. chilled sea fish, with imports With only three months to go valued at 253.5mn baht, down before the 2013 fiscal books are 45% y-o-y from 466mn baht. concluded, the island’s trade sur- This is followed by sports and plus of exports over imports – leisure vessels worth 251.4mn currently 4.35bn baht – will not baht, a drop of 43.2% y-o-y from likely come close to matching last 443mn baht. year’s full-year record surplus of The only import to show growth 11.46bn baht (13.54bn baht during the nine month period was exports over 2.08bn baht imports). frozen sea fish, with imports this As usual, the island’s top export year currently valued at 161mn baht, this year so far – by far – has been up 8% from 149mn baht, last year. raw block rubber, with exports of Other up-and-coming imports the commodity currently valued at include processed lumber 2.9bn baht or 58.6% of all Phuket’s (8.6mn baht) and particle board reported exports, representing (2.6mn baht). a 66% decline, year-on-year – Steven Layne 18 PHUKET GAZETTE OPINION July 13 - 19, 2013 Thanks giving for 4th of July WE WOULD like to extend a most heartfelt thanks to every one of the many volunteer groups who worked together so well to make last weekend’s inaugural Phuket Airshow and Family Picnic such a successful charity event. The splendid festivities, timed to celebrate the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence 237 years ago, had so much going on that it was almost impossible for attendees to take part in all of the fun activities, which included everything from stunt plane performances (see page 38) to pie-eating contests. While it would be impossible to individually thank everyone for their contributions, a good place to start would be with the US Navy League and one of their key members, Pat James. The lifelong airman conceived the idea to celebrate the 4th of July in the way he remembered celebrating it as a boy growing up in Texas: with an airshow, complete with stunt pilots, a chili cook-off and other American staples. While the event was easily the largest ever organized by the US Navy League in Southern Thailand, it had an indisputably international flavor, with volunteers from a wide range of countries taking part, including a large turnout by students and staff at the British International School, QSI International School and other such private schools on the island. Perhaps most heartening of all was the high level of participa- tion from the local community in Pa Khlok. Re-enactments in rape cases are harmful Thanks also go to media co-sponsor, newspaper Siangtai Daily Re: Gazette online, Rohingya rape they turn on their flashing lights and its publisher Chaowapong Mekkerakul for helping to suspect handed over to court, July 4 just to drive home! There is no publicize the event in Thai to local Thai communities across I know that re-enactment is emergency and I would be very Southern Thailand. standard procedure, but asking a surprised if there was anyone in The event also served as a valuable showcase for host venue rape victim to re-enact the rape the ambulance but the driver. Phuket Airpark, showing just how much its numerous facilities Do you have an opinion to voice? with the actual offender is a Email [email protected] This happens every evening, have been developed since the first event it hosted, on a dusty nightmare. even though it is illegal to run with landing strip back in 2010. Of course there will be a fight. emergency lights when there is no Most importantly, the US Navy League will use proceeds Did they really expect everyone to emergency. generated from the event to help fund its important “comrel” sit down calmly next to each other Confessing would I suspect most emergency (community relations) events that are of such great importance on a boat? have been better vehicles turn on their emergency in maintaining a positive relationship between local communi- After all this woman has been lights when driving, emergency or ties and visiting US servicemen and women, who offer to volunteer through, does she get any psycho- not. during their shore leave in Phuket. Re: Gazette online, Canadian logical support? I wonder what William Smith We hope that the success of this year’s event will help encour- expat, 64, faces deportation from happens with this police officer. Gazette forum age potential sponsors – including the American Embassy and Phuket for visa overstay, July 2 My expectations for justice are Although I think visa runs Chamber of Commerce in Thailand and its many member corpo- not very high. rations – to help support next year’s event, which we expect to be should be replaced with visiting Tinkerbell even bigger and better. Immigration and paying a fee (on Normal corruption Gazette forum We are pleased to be a proud sponsor of this event and others land runs the Thai government like it which foster positive relationships between Phuket’s grow- makes no money), for lying to Re: Gazette online, Phuket Opinion: ing expat and local communities. Redirect police focus Immigration, he deserves to be Shooting for Island Justice, July 7 deported. The problem in Thailand is that Perhaps if he had been honest police corruption is almost an Re: Gazette online, Phuket raid and offered to pay the overstay accepted way of life. nets B100mn of pirated goods in which I think is a max of 20,000 I can’t count the number of Patong, July 4 baht, they might have been more times an officer of the law has Have the police got nothing forgiving. tried to extract cash from me for better to do? Fiesty Farang one reason or another. When I first came to Phuket in Gazette forum They have even tried to extort 1995, you could have sold these money from my Thai wife because in the middle of Bangla Road and they saw her coming out of our the police would do nothing. Airshow was brilliant expensive subdivision. They had Now police are only cracking the audacity to ask if she was down to make Thailand look Re: Gazette online, Phuket married to a farang before asking good. They forget the money for money. Epic corruption! people have to pay back if they Airshow & Family Picnic ready for takeoff, July 5 Resident can’t sell or return the merchan- Gazette forum dise. The Airshow was unbelievable. What about focusing instead on I heard that 4,000 people had the cop who [allegedly] shot a man visited by 4pm on Sunday. What Ideas for stamping in Phuket Town and got off? a wonderful opportunity to see Robert things we normally can’t – stunt out dengue fever Gazette forum planes, parachutists, hot air bal- loons and remote-controlled flying Re: Gazette online, Phuket den- vehicles. Great fun. Many thanks gue numbers highest in 20 years, Well done, Navy to the organizers. July 3 Suzanna Education at the local commu- Re: Gazette online, Phuket Navy Kathu nity level is the answer, not false helicopter rescues cargo shipman claims about gifts and searches in life raft, July 4 which have not been seen where A round of applause for the Playing with sirens we live! Thai Navy. It is good to know Give the school kids leaflets to there is actually somebody to go Re: Gazette online, I&A: Ambu- take home. Perhaps they could out there and help you when you lances and the Phuket right of give them out at the police check Volume 20 Issue 28 are in trouble. way, June 27 points as well. Horst When the EMTs at Chalong John Gazette forum Bay get off duty in the evening Gazette forum July 13 - 19, 2013 OPINION PHUKET GAZETTE 19 Saving swimmers by not letting them swim

Phang Nga native Uten Singsom, 37, has been working as a lifeguard for 14 IT SHOULD be illegal to swim years, first at Le Meridien This isn’t the only flag swimmers need to know. Photo: Chutharat Plerin when red flags are posted, and hotels should warn their guests Phuket Beach Resort in clearly about the dangers of the Patong and for the past three sea during the low season. years on Karon Beach. Today, Enigmatic beach flags When there is dangerous surf, he is the head of the Kata- YOU arrive at the beach ready for we post red flags along the beach a day of sun, sea and sand, but Karon Lifeguard Club. to warn swimmers, but many of you are greeted by a line of differ- By Winston Gunn them ignore the flags. Many Here, he talks about what ent colored flags lining the shore- times when we try to stop them government and hotels should do to make Phuket beaches line: red, red and yellow, yellow, Do you have an opinion to voice? from going into the sea when it safer and stop tourists from drowning. blue, red and white chequered. Email [email protected] is dangerous, they swear at us. Most people, me included, aim for Sometimes they even hit my staff. the area away from the red flag as How many beachgoers know The authorities should take ac- will not leave them in the water. told me to try again and I finally they know what that means. The them all: red means beach closed, tion against people who do not If they die at sea, I want to at least made it. others are just colored fabric on a do not enter water; red and listen to us. They should fine return their body to the shore. After we got out of the rip stick. yellow, patrolled area – the safest people who do not obey the rules About two years ago, I rescued current, my friend picked us both Four swimmers died on Phuket swimming area; yellow, warning that are in place to save their lives. a German man by pulling him out up with the jet-ski and took us beaches in the period June 20 to – potentially dangerous conditions; Hotels and resorts should post of a rip current. It was scary and safely back to shore. 23 and over 30 tourists were pulled blue, aquatic activity allowed signs in their lobbies or hotel I almost died. In some cases, after getting from the surf. within the boundary; and red and rooms to warn guests not to swim My friend and I took a jet-ski people back to shore, I have to Tourists were partially blamed white chequered, evacuate the during the southwest monsoon. I out to rescue him. The waves were do CPR. This part is also stress- for getting themselves into diffi- water. suggested this idea to some really strong. As we arrived near ful because their lives are in my culty by ignoring the warning Another factor to consider is hotels, but most of them dis- him, I jumped off the jet-ski and hands. I really want to save them, flags. This spate of drownings and that people by nature tend to agreed. They thought it might stuck the rescue float under his I want them to survive. the large number of people rescued follow the crowd. If someone sees chase their guests away. chest. I tried pulling him out of the Sometimes as I am about to do from the sea indicate either that a group of people swimming in an I understand that they’re look- strong waves in a safer direction. CPR, a family member of the people choose to ignore the warn- area, they will instinctively think ing at it from a business angle – He was big and heavy and had person I pulled out of the water ing flags or they have no idea what that it is safe and go in the water and I also understand that a big been hit so many times by the comes and says to me tearfully, they mean. there, even if these people are dream of many tourists who visit waves before I got to him that he “Please save my son. Please do not Flags are important on beaches swimming in a red-flag zone. It is Phuket is to swim at our beautiful was exhausted and about to pass let him die.” That puts more pres- to inform users about local infor- then up to the lifeguard to move beaches. But as a lifeguard, I out. I asked him to help me swim sure on me and makes me very sad mation, lifeguard services and these people out of the dangerous would say that if they come here and tried to go under the waves if finally I can’t save the person. potential safety risks. Signs and surf area and keep them out. to die, it’s better not to come. with him to avoid being hit, but The last time I did CPR was flags are important not only to One way to keep tourists out We don’t have the authority to he was too scared and too tired. I on June 23, on an Indian tourist people unfamiliar with the beach of harm’s way is by sensory over- stop people from going in the had to pull him all the way with named Ramesh Chand Singhal, but also to regular beach users in load. Bombard them with safety water. We need help with this. We my own strength. who was pronounced dead on relation to currents and changing information that shows them the have enough stress in our job with- The waves hit me again and arrival at Patong Hospital. That conditions. dangers of the sea and what out having to fight with people again and pulled him and me in day I went home feeling so de- However, the flag system used exactly each flag color means. who won’t listen to us. the wrong direction. I was pressed. on Phuket, although an interna- This can be done through an We’re under incredible pressure choking on sea water and felt ex- We do everything in our power tional system, is not familiar to all inflight video, pamphlets at the when we rescue swimmers. I hausted. I felt like I couldn’t hold to help swimmers in trouble. We beachgoers. airport, hotels, tourist attractions always try my best to save them. on anymore. would like the authorities to keep Some people may never have and huge signs at the beaches. Even when they disappear in the At that moment, I even thought them from getting in the water in been to the beach before and some We have an obligation to help water, I feel I have to find them. about leaving him and swimming the first place, when the surf is might have been to a beach that tourists enjoy their time safely here Whether they are alive or dead, I away alone, but a voice in my head dangerous. didn’t have a flag warning system. and get home alive.

International money more than US$50,000 or the equivalent in another currency, transfer rules you need to file a request with the Property loans for foreigners? Bank of Thailand. We will con- Which bank makes property loans eigner can be the guarantor. we have a 10 year payment plan, What does the Thai law state sider the needs of the individual to foreigners? I have been here for If you have your own busi- but for a limited time only. regarding foreign money trans- when granting permission. three years, and work for a good ness, which is a registered entity fers? Does each bank set its own As for transfers from a foreign and steady income. However, ev- – meaning that Thai nationals Nichapat Kaewnarong, Property rules and regulations? account into a Thai account, any ery bank has refused to give me a own more than 50 per cent of Consultant, Boat Lagoon, replies: I was told by Siam Commer- amount higher than two million baht loan, stating that loans are only for the business, you can ask a Thai Yes, foreigners can get a loan cial Bank that I wasn’t allowed to requires the bank to notify the Anti- Thai nationals. Is there any bank partner to be a guarantor. The with us. They have to make a 50 transfer a mere 1,000 euros to my Money Laundering Office to that offers loans to foreigners? length of the loan cannot exceed per cent down payment, and must foreign account. confirm the source of the money. AJ 10 years. repay the loan within three years. Allain Forex For more information, contact Phuket The interest rate is 10 per cent. Phuket the Bank of Thailand at Gerard Van Paassen, Senior 02-3567858-9 or our call center An officer at the Personal Loan Assistant Vice President – An officer at the Bank of at 02-3567799. Department of SCB Head office Laguna Property, replies: Thailand replies: in Bangkok replies: Currently, we are not aware All Thai banks must follow na- Foreigners cannot borrow that any bank in Thailand is tional regulations for foreign money money from Thai banks accord- offering foreigners a loan to pur- transfers. They can’t make their ing to the regulations of the Thai chase property within Thailand. own regulations. National Bank. However, you can Laguna Property offers a There is no minimum amount borrow money under the name of deferred payment on 50 per cent set for transfers from a Thai a Thai person or a Thai spouse. If of the selling price with a one, account to a foreign account. money is borrowed under the three or five year payment plan. If you would like to transfer Money in, money out. Image: Nemo name of a Thai spouse, the for- For a few selected properties 20 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET AIRSHOW & FAMILY PICNIC

PGTV cameraman Noppadon "Lee" Waharuk and Corey Parker This Zenair, the first plane to be based at Phuket Airpark when the runway opened four years ago, was one of prepare to take to the air to film one of Corey's skydives over 13 privately owned aircraft delivering scenic flights to more than 120 of the nearly 7,000 people who attended the Phuket Airpark. Photo: Mark Knowles two-day event last weekend. Photo: Isaac Stone Simonelli

PGTV Skynews was on duty throughout the weekend for MCOT, True Visions and the nationally Channel 7 flew in to join the Gazette's ‘Phuket Today’ show in covering the mega- televised 'Phuket Today' show. Photo: Corey Parker event. Photo: Mark Knowles

BUBBLES: Even the little ones were able to take part in the gift of flight. There Nicki Wihok, a small business owner near Phuket Country Homes in Chalong, enjoys the festivities were many delighted kids aboard the planes. Photo: Isaac Stone Simonelli with her Canadian husband, Dan Black. Photo: Isaac Stone Simonelli

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HOUSE FOR SALE IN Properties HOUSE IN PHUKET HOT DEAL - CONDO BAAN PROMPHAN For Sale VILLA 5 FOR SALE AT THE POINT 2.5 floors, 5 mins to town, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Good for stay! 2.85 million baht. Tel: FULLY FURNISHED 083-506 9155. Email: sumitra. CHALONG HOUSE [email protected] Two-floor townhouse in Phuket Country Homes near Land & LAND AT Houses Park. 2 beds + 2 baths CHERNG TALAY + fitted kitchen and 3 aircons. 1 Ngarn, nice flat land, quiet Contact Whan for more details. area, Chanote. In Pasak Soi 5. Tel: 089-474 3433 (English & 46sq wah, furnished, 3 Price: 2 million baht. Tel: 089- Thai). Email: wpapimpan@ bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 472 9118. hotmail.com 3 aircons, carpark. Only 3.5 million baht. Tel: 081- PRIVATE SALE OF CONDO IN NEW HOUSE FOR REDUCED FOR QUICK 787 7675. HALF A RAI SUPALAI PARK SALE, CHEAP PRICE Opposite to Big C, one SALE B4.99M At Ao Makham. Land is located bedroom with nice view in- 4-bed, detached. Audio every opposite Port of Phuket and PERFECT SEAVIEW cludes furniture. 55sqm. room, granite kitchen, alarm, next to Bel Air Cape Panwa VILLA Price: 3.5 million. Nego- home cinema, lighting system, Resort. Price 4.2 million. For In Rawai, built 50m from the tiable. Tel: 082-276 1817, LAN network in Ban Manik. more information please call: beach, 3 bedrooms, 3 ensuite 081-614 5372. Tel: 086-266 2786. Email: bathrooms, large rooftop, ter- 081-891 5932, 089-035 6702. [email protected] race, pool, jacuzzis, sundeck. Good and secure location. 25 1.5 RAI NEAR million baht. Tel: 081-691 6778. RAWAI BEACH 30 RAI IN TOWN For sale. Near Sengho Twin house with 2 storeys LAGUNA PHUKET Email: [email protected] CONDO-PAY IN 10Y Flat land near Dowroong 2,400sqm in Cherng Talay, Bookstore in Phuket in Palm Villa, Pa Khlok, School in Phuket Town. Tel: Town. Studio, 30sqm, 5km from the Heroines Chanote title, gentle slope, high- QUICK SALE 2.9MB 081-691 2526. est point of Pasak 8, access via floor 15, sea view, aircon, momument. Price 2.2 Land & House Chalong, 260sqm furnished. Price: 1.55 mil- million baht. 35.20sq public dead-end road. Can be land, 3 bedrooms complete with divided. Agents welcome. 8.5 lion baht. Ready to move wah, 3 bedrooms, 3 furniture, 24hr security. Email: HABITIA KOH KAEW in. For more info call 089- bahtrooms, car park for 2 million baht. Tel: 089-875 9609 [email protected] (English), 087-418 5924. Email: 472 9118. cars. Cheaper price than [email protected] the developer. The house HOUSE & FURNITURE ready to move in October Single house, 60sqm. 2 Condo for sale. 1.1 million LAND NEAR KATA 2013. Contact owner. Tel: floors, 3 bedrooms and 3 baht in 40 trimestrial pay- CENTER 089-615 9719. Email: CONDO AT toilets. In Chaiyapruek Vil- Great location, road access, ROYAL PLACE ments of 27,500 baht. Full [email protected] lage at Land & Houses Park, Chanote title, ownership for- 5 mins to Kata Beach and Chalong. Good location and ever, brand new, fully fur- main road, 1,450sqm with title entrance from bypass road. deed. Contact Lychee. Tel: 3 BEDROOMS, nished, 100m to beach. CHALONG Built 2 years ago. Tel: 084- Email: [email protected] Modern style, Chino-Por- 081-891 3048 (English & Ger- 627 7001. tuguese, area: 36.50sq man). Land & Houses Park. Land: wah with 118sqm living 260sqm. Furniture, garden, AO PO LAND 1.5 RAI space approx. 3 bed- parking, 24hr security. Quick SEA VIEW HOUSE FOR SALE sale. Price: 2.9 million baht. SINGLE HOUSE rooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 Koh Kaew, Ideal Home, 4 bed- Chanote title. Private access from Email: [email protected] FOR SALE/ RENT car park. Sale down pay- rooms, study, playroom and beach front road. 400m from Ao ment 500,000 baht. Tel: maid’s room, large garden, Por Grand Marina. 10 million KRABI, AO NANG 087-270 9093. pool. USD $550,000 o.n.o. baht. Tel: 080-698 0141 (En- 3 rai. 3 million baht per rai. 2km Email: [email protected] glish), 082-277 5971 (English & to Ao Nang Beach. Email: Thai). Email: roscomclean@ [email protected] yahoo.com.au LAND NEAR MISSION HILLS NEW CONDO: URGENT LAM RU VALLEY Condo at Royal Place SALE/RENT Project, bypass road, oppo- D CONDO 1, KATHU PHANG NGA site Tesco Lotus. 37sqm, 2fl, In Thanapa Park View vil- -29.94sqm, mountain view, 14 rai of prime land bordering the 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, lage in Koh Kaew. 57sq price 1,278,000 baht. mountainous region of Khao kitchen, fully furnished (2 wah, with 2 bedrooms, 2 -29.70sqm, mountain view, Lak and Lam Ru National Park aircons, washing machine, bathrooms, a kitchen, a price 1,280,000 baht. where tourism is a major indus- refrigerator, TV, microwave, carpark and a garden. try. The land is an ideal location -29.79sqm, pool view, price to develop a high end Eco Re- cable TV, 24 security with Sale: 2.25 million baht. 1,330,000 baht. key card etc). Pls contact Rent: 11,000 baht per sort. Nor Sor 3 Kor Land Title. -29.70sqm, pool view, price Pa Khlok. 2 rai 32sq wah, Tel: 088-768 3944 (English), for more details. Tel: 086-476 month. Contact owner. 1,365,000 baht. 9612. Email: annanoi1@ Tel: 089-615 9719. Email: 60m wide. Chanote. Located Special price, modern 081-893 3646 (Thai). Email: hotmail.com [email protected] Contact Vutdy on 081-892 on Tha Ruea-Pa Khlok- style, 30sqm, 1 bedroom, [email protected] For fur- 3709. Muang Mai Rd. 11 km from 1 living room, 1 pantry. In ther details, please see our Heroines' Monument. Price: Kathu, 3km to Patong. website at www.rightmove.co. 7.8 million baht. Tel: 089-472 Full set of built-in furniture. uk/overseas-property/property- 9118. Email: honda.1437@ Ready to move in! Contact 39265192.html hotmail.com Ya. Tel: 081-797 5138. KARON GUESTHOUSE

For sale. 7 aircon rooms. 2 minutes walk to beach. 13.5 million baht. Tel: 081-171 9705. Email: atetayap@ yahoo.com July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 23

HOUSE IN VILLA DOWROONG PHUKET VILLA 5 KAMALA HOUSE Phuket Town. 3 bedrooms, 3 VILLAGE FOR SALE bathrooms, 47sq wah. Tel: 089- 909 2771.

AO PO LAND 1.5 RAI SEA VIEW Chanote title. Private access from beach front road. 400m from Ao Por Grand Marina. 10 million baht. Tel: 080-698 0141 (En- Near Phuket FantaSea. glish), 082-277 5971 (English & Price: 3.2 million baht. Ne- Thai). Email: roscomclean@ gotiable. Tel: 081-719 1041. yahoo.com.au Email: teddykong0222@ hotmail.com 7 BEACHFRONT CONDOS 18MB KATHU GOLF VIEW For sale. Price 4.5 million Outstanding investment op- Large house with 7 bedrooms baht. No agents, no fur- portunity! 7 studio apart- and swimming pool, nice golf nished, with 4 aircons, 3 ments within beach front de- view at the back yard. 10 mins bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, velopment. All 7 apartments to all shopping malls, and 10- kitchen and car park. Be- are being offered at a dis- 15 mins to all international hind Kajonkiet International counted price to a total price schools. Please email info@ School on Chao Fa West of 18 million baht for all of procarpentering.com for more Road, 5 minutes to Central them. Tel: 089-839 8255 (En- info and price. No agents, Festival. For short or long- glish & Thai). Email: info@ please. Tel: 081-271 3228. term rent, 16,000 baht per lantaestate.net month. Call to see 087- NEW APARTMENTS NEW HOUSE BARGAIN RAWAI LAND 270 9093. 612,000 BAHT Selling a new house at Siri Vil- High walled, square plot, views. lage, Pa Khlok. 2 floors, 3 bed- Chanote 640sqm. Price nego- SEAVIEW KARON Bayshore do it again. Be first! rooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, tiable. Tel: 076-613227, 085-782 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 Get the best unit, starts at VILLA IN BOAT LAGOON living room, garden and car park. 7551. pools, fitness room. Sale: 612,000 baht. Building 98% Modern decoration, 4+1 bed- 2 aircons, curtains and 1 fur- 10.5 million baht. Or rent. No completed. Contact Paul. Tel: rooms, 4 bathrooms, pool, fully nished bedroom. Tel: 088-760 agents. Tel: 086-131 5458. 083-643 7127 (English). URGENT SALE! furnished. 616sqm, 32 million 6083 (English & Thai). Email: 3-storey shophouse. Permsab baht. Tel: 076-238948, 089-873 theeighthcat@ hotmail.com Village ( Manik). Tel: 092-129 FULLY FURNISHED 8050 (English & Thai), 081-353 RAWAI POOL VILLA - 7292. HOUSE FOR SALE 9730 (English & Thai). Fax: PAY IN 15 YEARS 076-273466. Email: sale@ NAI HARN, phuketpropertytrip.com SEA VIEW LAND Soi Mangosteen, 20x10m, CONDO FOR SALE Chanote, sea view, 2.5 million 2 RAI MAI KHAO baht, negotiable. Tel: 082-806 BEACH LAND D CONDO KATHU PHUKET 8843 (English), 081-894 2295 200m to beach, flat coconut 29.9sqm. Ready to move in (English & Thai). tree land. Fully developed, October. Price: 1.070 million Chanote title. 6.8 million baht baht. Tel: 081-893 7068. per rai. Tel: 083-103 6660 REAL 180 STUNNING Chao Fah Garden Home 3 (English & Thai). Email: Sell for 9.1 million baht in SEAVIEW LAND in Koh Kaew near BIS, 10 [email protected] 180 monthly payments Real 180º stunning seaview CHEAP LAND 30sqm. At Kathu. Fully mins to Lotus. 2 beds, 2 of 45,000 baht. Down land, unobstructed, east side, FOR SALE furnished, swimming pool, baths, 2 aircons. Nice living payment 1 million baht. Yamu Hill development. 2 plots 4 RAI CHANOTE TITLE Close to Phuket Interna- fitness, quiet and secure. & kitchen room, car park, 400sqm land, 6 bed- of 1 rai each. Chanote title. Price: fully furnished. Ready to CHALONG rooms, 6 bathrooms, fur- tional Airport. 4 rai, Chanote Sale: 1.4 million baht. Tel: Land situated just off Chao Fa 5.5 million baht per rai. Tel: 084- move in. 2.85 million baht nished, parking+covered title. 3.8 million baht per rai. 081-607 8567. Email: East Road in residential area. 625 5090. Email: phuket. near Boat Lagoon. Tel: 081- terrace, 200m to beach. Tel: 081-868 7676. Email: [email protected] No brokers or agents. Please [email protected] 541 2025. Email: c.junlarat Tel: 084-242 8914. Email: [email protected] email [email protected] for @gmail.com [email protected] details. URGENT SALE/ Classified Advertisements RENT Please use this form to write your classified advertisement. Then hand it to any of our agents. URGENT SALE! 3-storey shophouse. Permsab |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| (heading) Village ( Manik). Tel: 092-129 7292. |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|

|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| House in Patong. Newly built 40sq wah, near Sea |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| Pearl project, Patong. 2 storeys, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath- rooms, fully furnished, 2 aircons, kitchen with hood, |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| refrigerator, dining room, liv- ing room, hot water, cable TV and internet. Tel: 086- |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| 476 9612.

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KATA OCEAN VIEW Properties CONDO APARTMENTS & VILLAS FOR RENT For Rent Fully furnished, seaview and non-seaview apartments, avail- able for long-term rental. From 19,000 to 40,000 baht per HOUSE AT PRIME month. Located on Kata Hill. PLACE VILLAGE Tel: 076-330641. For further de- tails, please see our website at Great value accommodation, available for short and long www.oceanic-global.com term. Daily from 900 baht or 14,000 baht per month. Contact us for your enquiry by: STUDIO APARTMENT [email protected] IN PATONG www.resavaholidays.com Living room with kitchenette, separate bedroom and bath- room, aircon, UBC ready, free NEW CONDO Near Heroines’ Monument. WiFi, quiet location, western FOR RENT Furnished, aircon, 3 bed- standard, nicely furnished. rooms, cable TV, kitchen. 11,000 baht per month. Tel: 25,000 baht per month 084-185 8536. with 30,000 baht deposit. Tel: 086-607 7493. PATONG CONDO PRIVATE RENTAL 2 bedroom apartment, fully fur- B.L. APARTMENT nished, WiFi, cable TV, gym, At Kathu, 1 bedroom, 1 living swimming pool, parking, 800m room, aircon, cable TV, ADSL, to Patong Beach, available now. Short or long-term rent at hot shower, swimming pool, Tel: 085-069 0938 (English). Kathu, fully furnished, swim- garden and car park. Rent: Email: [email protected] ming pool, fitness, quiet and 7,000 baht per month. Tel: 081- secure. Tel: 081-607 8567. 692 3163. STUDIOS FOR RENT Email: suksavat@hotmail. At Rawai and Patong, fully fur- com 2-BEDROOM nished. 7,500 baht. Contact APARTMENT PATONG Kim. Tel: 085-757 3240. Luxury apartment, pool, WiFi, HOUSE FOR RENT cable, maid, 100sqm, 30,000 KATA HILL-1 BEDROOM KATHU GOLF VIEW baht per month. Tel: 088-413 PHUKET VILLA 5 Fully furnished: terrace, FOR RENT VILLAGE KATA HILL 8122 (English). Email: phkreal SINGLE HOUSE kitchen, bath, aircon, internet Villa/penthouse, 3 and 4 bed- and cable TV. Price: 9,000 rooms, pool, 4km to BIS, on top [email protected] Fully furnished, 2 bedrooms, 2 baht per month. Tel: 081-606 of private hill overlooking lake at bathrooms, living, kitchen, 2 2827 (English & Thai). Email: Loch Palm Golf Course. Quiet, aircons, 3BB internet, cable TV [email protected] maid, WiFi, furnished. 1 year: COZY HOUSE NEAR and car park. Price 16,000 65,000-85,000 baht. Tel: O87- NAI HARN baht per month. Tel: 081-606 THE HERITAGE 2 69 8492. 2827 (English & Thai). Email: Chuan Chuen Lagoon, 3 [email protected] SUITES bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, LUXURY APARTMENT fully furnished and aircon, PATONG direct access to BIS. KATA BEACH 1+2 bed, WiFi, pool, quiet, 28,000 baht per month. OCEANFRONT APT kitchen, fully furnished. 15,000 Tel: 081-892 1732. Luxury 5-star 1-bedroom baht per month. Tel: 081-271 apartment, pools, gardens, 7092. Email: bricothailand@ gym. Very quiet area. Availiable hotmail.com A high-grade built house, fur- now for long term. Email: CONDO FOR RENT nished and conveniently lo- [email protected] For fur- IN TOWN For sale. Price: 4.2 million cated minutes from Rawai ther details, please see our Fully furnished condo with Luxury fully furnished at Kathu, 3 BEDROOMS baht. No agents! Not fur- and Nai Harn Beaches. 2 website at www.katasala.com aircon, TV, fridge. Gym and 2 bedrooms, 161sqm. 40,000 CHALONG (BK) nished, with 4 aircons, 3 spacious bedrooms with en pool. 10,000 baht per month. – 45,000 bath per month. Tel: Fully furnished, 2 aircons, good bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, suite bathrooms. 1 guest toi- Tel: 081-978 1558 (English & 081-895 1400. Email: info@ location, long term only. Avail- kitchen and car park. Be- THALANG LUXURY let. Aircons. Large living-din- Thai). Email: keng.na.ranong@ theheritagesuites.com able on 30 July 2013. Contact ing room. Telephone line with hind Kajonkiet International POOL HOUSE hotmail.com Tina. Tel: 085-935 0095. ADSL. Free water supply School on Chao Fa West Long-term rent: 45,000 baht and garbage removal ser- Road, 5 minutes to Central per month. Tel: 081-606 vice. 22,000 baht per month. Festival. For short or long- 2827 (English & Thai). Email: Tel: 087-383 0936 (Khun Nui). term rent, 16,000 baht per [email protected] For fur- Email: hunt17@hotmail. month. Call to see 087- ther details, please see our com 270 9093. website at www.rentpool houseinphuket.com July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 25

VILLA NAI HARN Property Property Accommodation NEW SEAVIEW Accommodation FOR RENT CONDO Services Services Available Wanted 3-bedroom Thai style villa for New units, not studios, all rent in Nai Harn. Tel: 081-416 Wanted sea view, all extras, pools, 5151 (English), 081-606 5604 5-BEDROOM POOL parking, Internet, etc. For KATHU, 3 BED (English & Thai). For more de- FINANCE FOR VILLA both long and short-term UNFURNISHED HOUSE tails see http://phuketserenity rental. Mail us (as above) for EXPATS ELECTRICIAN Kamala 5 Bed 4 Bath, Pool/ villas.com/villa.php?nom =Sirin details. Email: osa.com Three-bedroom unfurnished Property financing for for- Electrician needed to Jacuzzi Decks Large Garden thara% 20Villa @me.com house to rent on popular estate eigners. Tel: 081-536 5550. check and determine prop- Bargain 45,000 baht L/term near Soi Namtok. Many more For further details, please erty power, need to install Tel: 081-397 4222. Email: available. Tel: 076-615905, 090- Household see our website at www. generator and hook up. Tel: tucsonhouseforrent@yahoo. 875 3683 (English). Email: hamptonsadvance.com 087-884 8972. com NAI HARN BUNGALOW sdm@ wmalexander.com For Items Nice bungalow for long-term rent, further details, please see our quiet location, fully furnished, 2 website at www.wmalexan SERVICE APARTMENT USED FURNITURE PROFESSIONAL VILLA Property beds, 2 baths, aircon/fans, cable der.com MANAGEMENT PATONG TV, WiFi internet. 15,000 baht per Solid teakwood bed+mattress. Single: 15,000 baht. Double: Sales. Rentals. Farang-run com- Wanted Fully furnished, special promo month. Tel: 087-891 7408, 087- 28,000 baht. 4-piece teakwood pany and mentality. Sales staff tion rate on website at link below. 292 5309 (English & Thai). Email: POOL VILLA sofa: 15,000 baht. Tel: 084-845 also required - best commissions LOOKING FOR Tel: 081-894 4730(English /Thai) gillies18567@hotmail. com WANTED 4743 Please call and email for in Phuket. 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SALES & ADMIN EVENT/PR MANAGER NEED COOK (FEMALE) JUNIOR The Asia Superyacht Rendez- URGENT vous is looking for a Thai/foreign Female cook, breakfast, Thai national. Successful candidate food and Euro. Urgently will have strong written and verbal needed. Contact me on my English skills. Position can be full mobile (as above). Tel: 076- or part time, based in Patong. Tel: 396075, 082-270 6385. Email: 076-346927. Fax: 076-346927. [email protected] We are looking for young Email: gordon@asia-pacific- and energetic sales & superyachts.com admin staff. 20 to 25 years Employment old. Good computer skills & English command a must. MARKETING & GUEST Wanted Thai national only. Call for an RELATIONS Apex Asia Group are now recruit- appointment now! Tel: 076- ing for its marketing & guest rela- ENGLISH PROJECT 325419, 085-619 0380 tions department to work at one of MANAGEMENT (English & Thai), 081-400 three hotels in Patong and Karon. Oxford University educated 4678 (English & Thai). Enthusiastic and of smart appear- Construction Manager seeking Email: orientalsamui ance with good English (written/ employment projects in Thailand @gmail.com For further spoken). Full training will be pro- & SE Asia. Tel: 082-809 3705, details,please see our vided, excellent earning potential. +44-79-7953 8478. (English & website at www.oriental- Email: KevinBakeratkevin@ Thai) . Email: graham ross06@ living.net apexasia.asia aol.com

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Articles Bar & Business Opportunities For Sale Restaurant Equipment ENGLISH PROJECT MASSAGE SHOP URGENT MANAGEMENT IN NAI HARN MOVING SALE HOTELS IN PHUKET FOR SALE Oxford University educated Beautiful shop, fully fur- LED TV. Computer: Vaio, RESTAURANT Construction Manager seek- nished, 2 floors, with small Mac. Aircon. Fridge. Wash- EQUIPMENT Contact: realestate.luxuryphuketholidays.com ing employment projects in garden. 590,000 baht. Rent: ing machine. Desk, etc. We are selling the complete Thailand & SE Asia. Please 15,000 baht per month. Tel: Contact Giorgio. Tel: 081-294 contents of a coffee, gelato call +44-079-7953 8478 (En- +35-102-3304 6229, 089-695 5441. shop, including 2 freezer glish & Thai), 082-809 3705. 9536 (Thai). Email: hellojikky showcases, 1 dessert show- HOTEL WITH Email: grahamross06@aol. @hotmail.com NEW DIVE case, 2 group espresso ma- RESTAURANT PATONG HOTEL com FOR LEASE COMPRESSOR-BAUER chines, bottle cooler, upright FOR SALE LAUNDRY FOR SALE New Bauer Poseidon PE freezer, gelato makers and Chanote title, central posi- 30-room hotel for lease. MASSAGE SHOP Professional machines, only 250 P31. Electric and/or pasteuriser, together with all tion, new building, 4 years 160,000 baht monthly. PATONG 2 years old. Wash, dry, iron, petrol. Includes new Honda furniture and other light old, 20 rooms, reception Sale: 4.6 million baht. Good location, fully equip- roll iron. Reason for selling is petrol engine, custom stain- equipment. All stock only 12 and restaurant fully fur- Tel: 092-374 8254 (En- ped with high end furniture expansion. Shophouse with less steel flywheel, 2 filling months old. For more infor- nished, lift. 32 million baht glish). Email: info@crlc. and stock. 4 Thai massage 4 bedrooms. Rent: 22,000 valves and a custom metal mation, please call 087-894 negotiable. Please contact info beds and 3 oil massage baht per month. Price 1.2 stand. 325,000 baht o.n.o. 1384 (English & Thai), 089- Stefano. Tel: 086-279 8175 beds. Cheap rent price: million baht. Tel: 089-882 Tel: 089-044 0623 (English & 065 5514 (English & Thai). (English/Italian). Contact 400,000 baht. Tel: 087-073 0894 (English), 089-652 Thai). Email: info@world Email:info@conciergein Ning. Tel: 084-840 1566 GREAT LOCATION 4233. Email: judgedread73 0975 (Thai). Email: peter@ widealoha.com phuket.com (Thai). NEAR BEACH @hotmail.com conceptfeeling.com Apartment building for lease. 150m from Patong Beach. Tel: 085-994 4199 (English & PROFITABLE Bulletins RESTAURANT RAWAI BAR & GRILL FOR SALE Thai). Fax: 076-296733. BEACH HOTEL Profit making Sports Bar & Steveos tasty burgers Email: natang8@hotmail. PAY IN 10YEARS com Grill in Nai Yang Beach. Ev- SPONSOR A CHILD for sale. 800,000 baht erything included. Buy to- o.b.o. For quick sale. day, be open tomorrow. First The Phuket International Contact Steve. For more Women’s Club is a volun- BUSINESS come bargain price, 1 million information, please call FOR LEASE baht. For more information, teer organization raising 089-918 3718. Email: Indoor pub. 30,000 baht please call 084-852 4257 funds for educational steveastray@hotmail. per month plus damage (English). Email: bobcop scholarships. We rely com www.steveostasty deposit. Fully equipped, [email protected] on the goodwill of donors burgers.com and sponsors – small stage, sound system, and large. If you would seating 65 pax. 8 years + Selling for 15 million baht 4 months lease. Tel: in 108 payments of KARON like to put something TOURIST SUBMARINE back into the community 087-244 1322, 087-884 120,000 baht. Down GUESTHOUSE in which you live, contact A revolutionary underwater 8972. payment: 2 million baht, FOR SALE us to find out more about tourist activity partner, silent 700sqm land, 12 bed- Estimate 14 years old, giving a prize or being a partner or investor wanted for rooms+2 shops, bar, Chanote title, 5 storeys, sponsor. Contact Carol. this underwater tourist activ- BAR FOR SALE beauty massage, 60m 12 rooms, laundry, sala, Please call 087-417 ity. The only one of its type in BANGLA AREA to beach. Tel: 084-242 bar, net profit 2 million 8860 or contact Sue. Tel: Thailand and ready to work Stunning lounge club over 2 8914. Email: rawai4@ya baht. Sale: 12 million 087-277 6948. For more in Phuket-Krabi area. Austra- floors, new fit out. Stylish, pri- hoo.com baht. Owner retiring. No information please email lian designed and built. Ex- vate venue, fully air-condi- offers. Tel: 081-728 1862 us at info@phuketiwc. cellent returns. For more in- tioned, ready to open. Own (English), 081-370 8733 com formation and full prospec- the best bar in Phuket. Tel: GUESTHOUSE + (Thai). tus, call 080-038 4916. 087-881 7600 (English). RESTAURANT Email: cocodiorster@gmail. Small guesthouse, 4 rooms com + restaurant in Karon for SPACE FOR RENT sale. For more information, BANGLA SPORTS BAR please call 076-396075, Great location, facing Bang- IN KARON 082-270 6385 (English & Thai). la Road. 136sqm, ground Newly renovated, trendy Email: tkoschig2000@hot floor, outdoor and indoor. No sports bar in Karon, Phuket. mail.com key money. Tel: 085-887 This bar comes fully equip- 7414 (English & Thai). Email: ped with three large plasma GUESTHOUSE [email protected] TVs, pool table, two bed- CENTER OF PATONG rooms and website. Please 14-room guesthouse for SPORT BAR AND call +44-20-8688 4544. sale in center of Patong GUESTHOUSE Email: nm.windowcleaning Beach, 5 minutes from Karon Beach. 9 en-suite @hotmail.co.uk beach and 15 minutes from rooms and laundry, bar nightlife. Fully furnished, 1 equipped with pool table, 4 apartment with 1 bedroom screens, kitchen. Tel: 085- FITNESS CENTER for accomodation and 2 795 0875. FOR SALE shops for rent on ground A well established fit- floor. Tel: 076-290496, 083- PATONG BEACH HOTEL ness center with a large 526 4485 (English & Thai). AND RESTAURANT membership base, situ- Email: yohan_n@hotmail. Built in 2009, near Simon ated in Phuket Town, for com Cabaret, 20 minutes walk to sale. Price reduced to 8 the beach. Fully equipped, million baht. Tel: 087-275 16 rooms. Key money 3.5 3614 (English & Thai), RESORT million baht. Monthly rent: 080-698 5021 (Thai). FOR LEASE 80,000 baht, long-term con- Email: coco_ivy@hot tract. Licenses for food, alco- mail.com hol and tobacco. Training for web contracts and channel manager included. Contact GOGO BAR / Michael for viewing (English, NIGHTCLUB Italian and Thai). Tel: 084- For sale in Bang Tao. Needs 058 2210. Email: scotdragon slight alterations. Comes @yahoo.it complete with kitchen and In the heart of Patong. 20 all furniture, website and mar- rooms well furnished, GUESTHOUSE KARON keting package. 1 million fully operational with very 5 luxury rooms. Cafe bar. Re- baht or nearest offer. No busi- good occupancy rates. cently undergone a major ness like this within 20km. 6-year lease for 6 million refurb. 6-year lease contract Fantastic business opportu- baht + rental fee 150,000 (paid in full). Low rent. Excel- nity. Contact Lee. Tel: 081- baht per month. Tel: 088- lent location. 2 minutes to 787 9767. Email: woodlee 765 0165. Beach. 5.5 million baht [email protected] o.n.o. Tel: 081-891 9461. July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 29

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2011 HONDA JAZZ HONDA WAVE 125I PROTON CAR 490,000 BAHT HONDA CIVIC GREAT BIKE Starter. Sale by farang. As NEW CAR 250,000 BAHT ONLY Automatic. 50,000km, beau- FOR SALE new. Disc brake. 19,000km. FOR RENT tiful condition. New tyres and Great tuned car! 1.5L, Price: 33,000 baht. Tel: 083- mag wheels. Tel: 082-423 automatic. Year 1994 but 635 2414. Email: pierrekojfer 1247 (English). Email: grae many parts are new. @gmail.com [email protected] Looks good, runs good. Sale now: 170,000 baht. 2012 YAMAHA NOUVO Tel: 089-730 7172 (En- Fast 135cc, top of class. BMW 730 glish). Email: no.andrey 45,000 baht o.b.o. Also have LI SE (E66) @gmail.com For more 800cc, perfectly main- other items for sale: lamps, October 2006 - Reg. Feb- photos, please visit www. tained, 125,000 baht. fans, laser printers, speak- Short or long-term rent, ruary 2007. 140,000km. flickr.com/photos/9813 Great ride! For more in- ers, miscellaneous moving. delivery service, with Black interior, beige 2948@N04/ formation, please call Tel: 084-686 2593. good price. Tel: 086-690 model SE. Plenty of 086-945 2626. 0626. Email: bcarrent@ options. Special alloy MOTORBIKE hotmail.com Sale. Great condition. wheels. Automatic shut MB CKL FOR SALE FOR SALE Red Proton Savvy doors , TV and 6 DVDs, No deposit, easy payments 57,000km. You can buy charger, fridge, roof air- 4x4 purchase-rental scheme with FORTUNER SMART directly from owner, no con (back passengers), guaranteed buy back, includ- RENT 28,000 BAHT accident. Only serviced etc. New 7.2 million baht. ing full service and mainte- New black Toyota Fortuner, regularly at Proton. Sale now 1.9 million nance. Cheaper than long- Smart TRD Sportivo, in ex- 1.2cc. 2008. Automatic. baht. Tel: 089-812 4070 HONDA CRV FOR SALE term rental. Please call or visit cellent condition with carbon For more details, please (English). Email: mituna us for more details. Tel: 081- fiber panels inside, very contact Christophe. Tel: [email protected] 084 6527, 085-880 1697. clean car with low mileage, 081-085 7550. MB CKL200 Cabriolet. available for long-term rental 65,000km. White color. DUCATI FOR SALE for 28,000 baht. Please call TOYOTA COROLLA Price: 1,999,999 baht. 92kw/125HP, 2003/56,000 081-823 4627, 085-782 2006 YARIS 1.5 A/T 1200. Fax: 076-264461. 398,000 BAHT 1996, automatic, very Contact Arthur. For more km, new tyres, new clutch, information please call last serviced in August 2012, Email: ying@phuketpool S type, airbags, ABS on all good condition. Long tables.com 4 wheels, all electric pow- registration and insur- 087-383 1946. green book, 100% ok. Price 290,000 baht. Email: holger ered, 130,xxxkm. Tel: 085- ance, power windows Year 2010. 2,400cc 888 9841 (English & Thai). and steering. low mile- [email protected] CAMRY 2.4 - MAY 2007 4WD. White with black CAR RENTAL Email: alex_miron@hot age. Must see. 145,000 leather. 43,274km. One 64,000km, pearl white, red ALL MODELS mail.com baht o.n.o. Tel: 082-412 owner, excellent condi- leather, white aluminium HONDA AUT or MT, delivery ser- 1800 (English & Thai), tion. Price 1.10 million wheels, special dashboard, PACIFIC COAST vice, short or long term, 086-943 9865 (English & baht. Contact Cat. Tel: services only Toyota. Price: 800cc, perfectly main- first-class insurance. For Thai). Email: hilltribeim 084-744 4304. Email: cat HONDA CIVIC 1992 950,000 baht. Tel: 084-433 tained, 125,000 baht. more information, please [email protected] @fivestarseacruises. 0884. Great ride! Tel: 086-945 call 087-281 1211 (En- com 2626. glish).

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1.2-liter engine. Blue book. TOYOTA HILUX D4D Insurance. Color: silver. Blue color, automatic, double Good condition. Price: cab, 2004. 97,000km, 2 own- 90,000 baht. Contact An- ers, mag wheels, Toyota ser- drew. Tel: 086-1791500. viced. Sale: 360,000 baht. Email: andrewscott6@ Tel: 085-147 1028. hotmail.com 2010 August. As new. Blue. Navigator. Many ISUZU DMAX 2006 extras. Diesel. Auto- Automatic, 4x2, double matic. New: 1.45 million cab, 105,000 km. Good Wheels & Motors baht. Sale now: 990,000 condition, one owner. baht o.n.o. For more in- 380,000 baht. Tel: 087- Available now in Chalong. formation, please call 079 0650, 080-073 5371 Tel: 087-689 9679. Email: 086-277 2691. (English). [email protected] Please use this form to write your classified advertisement.

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SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT Official booking office for safe and reliable yacht transport to over 44 destinations worldwide. Call: Chris Jongerius at 086 045 4634 (English) or email [email protected]

NEW ALESSANDRO MARCHI “Carenacorsa 18”. Foam sand- wich construction using a tita- nium oxide infused resin for extra strength and reduced weight. 90hp lean-burn, 4- stroke Suzuki O/B. Bimini. 999,950 baht. For details con- tact Alan Giles. Andaman Boat Sales. Tel: 087-283 1674. Email: boats@andamanboat NEW ALESSANDRO sales.com MARCHI “Carenalunga 21”. Hypalon RIB RIVA HULL (LOA 24'). High quality Hypalon 10 meters long, marine ply- tubes. Foam sandwich con- wood hull (not completed) for struction using a titanium oxide sale. Tel: 081-968 3118 (En- infused resin for extra strength glish & Thai). Email: info@pro and reduced weight. 140hp 4- carpentering.com stroke Suzuki O/B. Bimini and trailer. 1,795,000 baht. For de- SUNSEEKER YACHT tails contact Alan Giles. FOR SALE Andaman Boat Sales. Tel: 087- 283 1674. Email: boats@anda manboatsales.com

JET-SKI: YAMAHA SUPERJET 2012 Stand-up PWC, used 1 sea- son. Sold at Watchara Marine Phuket (275,000 baht). Will sell for 195,000 (fixed price). Tel: Sunseeker Caribbean 52ft, 093-760 2730 (English). Email: 1992. Located in Ao Po [email protected] Grand Marina. 2,700,000 baht. Tel: 087-626 0495. Email: dan.soft.studio@ SEA RAY 175 SPORT gmail.com For further de- tails, please see our website at http://gen2gdk.com/ jitlada/

NEW 2013 BAYLINER 175 SPE New 2013 Bayliner Spe- cial Package by Bayliner Thailand. Gavanized trailer, Bimini, Top Stereo sys- tem. Special price for this last unit: only 790,000 December 2010 with trailer. baht. Tel: 081-754 7599. Price: 720,000 baht. Tel: Email: csutivas@gmail. 084-628 2616. Email: com [email protected]

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TAYANA 55 (1985) 63FT PINISI KETCH COMING SOON Cryptic crossword MOONSOON FOR Perkins 135hp diesel. Many re- FOR SALE "TORQEEDO" SALE cent upgrades. USD$295,000. Well equipped, looks great, Electric outboards. Light, effi- For details contact Alan Giles. good condition. Must sell, only cient and clean. Built in GPS. Tel: 084-842 6146. Email: 2.5 million baht. Tel: 086-690 No more smelly gasoline or fuel [email protected] 0444 (English & Thai). Email: bills. For details contact Alan [email protected] Giles. Andaman Boat Sales.Tel: ONAN 12KVA MARINE 087-283 1674. Email: boats@ GENERATOR BOAT FOR SALE andamanboatsales.com Fully operational generator with Semi-rigid 150hp, 2 stroke, 28ft, registered for 15 pas- full sound shield and wet muffler trailer, aluminium tank 100 liter, THAI WOODEN BOAT sengers. 200hp V6 Mercury exhaust. Model number 12 GPS, Sonar. Price: 650,000 36ft, Isuzu 110hp, Radio motor, only 240 hours, re- MDL3P, 1996 model, only baht. Tel: 089-289 8628 Furuno Fish Finder. 300,000 cently totally restored. Per- 4000 running hours. Tel: 081- (English), 080-144 6022 (Thai). baht. Tel: 083-102 7801. fect for snorkeling, diving 375 2590 (English). Email: trips, island hopping or water [email protected] taxi. Navigation system + fishfinder. 5hp spare motor. Boat and motor in very good BOAT YARD OPENING Looking for a boat? condition. Located at Boat Hard stand, 250 baht per Lagoon. Priced for quick sale foot per month. Repairs See more classified ads at 330,000 baht. Tel: 086- done, fiberglassing, paint- at www.phuketgazette.net 747 9292. Email: claud ing, and stainless steel. [email protected] Tel: 082-839 7701. 32 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013

Aircraft AIRPLAY ALTIS HAVE A PASSION TECNAM P-92 For Sale MICROLIGHT FOR AVIATION? - Price: 1.5 million baht Superb trike with Konig ra- If you have an aircraft for - Registration: U-B08 dial engine. Great economi- sale or an interest in avia- - Year of Manufacture: cal fun. Little used. Please tion and wish to learn 2002 YOUR HELICOPTER contact for more informa- how to fly or buy an air- Flying and owning your own heli- tion. Tel: 089-111 6457 (En- craft or arrange a private - Equipment: Full stan- copter has just become possible. glish & Thai), 081-397 7598 flight, etc. Website: dard equipment Free complete flight instruction (English & Thai). Email: www.aeropromgr.com/ - Engine: Rotax 912- course with your purchase. [email protected] newsletter 80HP 350hrs. Email: [email protected] Please contact for more in- formation. Aircraft is based at Klong 15. Tel: 081-840 8418.

1999 ROBIN 2160i I would like to sell my Robin aircraft or trade it for a 4-seat Cessna or Piper (based in Hua Hin). The Robin: TTAF 300hrs. SMOH 60hrs. This is a well-equipped, two-seat aerobatic aircraft. Has the Christen inverted oil system. Excellent inside and outside. King KMA24 audio panel, KX155 nav/com, KI203 vor, KY197A comm, KN64A dme, KR87 adf, KT76A tran- sponder, CSPA400 i-com, FP5 fuel computer, CHT, OAT, Pitot heat. Price: 4 million baht. Please contact Thom. Email: thos_w@ hotmail.com

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JAGOTA LAUNCHES GRAND OPENING OF FRESH FROZEN PASTA THE GREEN PLACES AT SALVATORE’S CONDOMINIUM

Guests were welcomed by Cherchan Panvikarn (2nd right), Marketing Manager of Phanason Group.

“HELP SAVE ONE’S LIFE BY GIVING A CHILD A HELMET”

Salvatore Cossu (front), Owner of Salvatore Restaurant and George Des (center), Jagota General Manager Phuket and Jagota team. 4TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY CARNIVAL OF SANAEHA

From left: Mr. Wittaya Phoomthaisong, Dealer Development Manager Vespiario (Thailand) Company Limited; Mr. Somchai Buraruck, Patong Deputy Mayor; Mr. Prawit Janyasittikul, Chief Executive Officer Phuket Square Company Limited (Jungceylon Patong); Mrs.Supamat Thammakoranont, Chief Executive Officer Drago Andaman Co., Ltd.

Mr. Christian Schwind (front left), Andaman Cruises General Manager and crew welcomed the German ice hockey star and three-time ice hockey champion of Germany Mr Dominik Bielke (front right) when he visited Stars of the night from left: Khun Yuwaree, Khun Fahsky, K. Khemika and K.Dome Andaman Cruises at Ao Por Marina Phuket. 34 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013 Top of the list A great wine menu deserves a prize By Maciek Klimowicz category is a proponent of the on my wine list, and I consider the traditional approach. these wines to be well chosen and JON Hyams, founder of the “I love wine list that is matched with the food on the Wine List of the Year Awards, very clear and panoramic. menu, I’d enter.” And with the says that one of his biggest I try to give a clear vision of cost of entry of just 1,250 baht, aims when starting the names, vintages and prices. the competition should be fierce. competition was education. “I think it’s good to work with “There are definitely more But this time, it’s not countries and then wine bars and bistros on the teaching consumers island, offering more wines about the wine, but and wine by the glass than 10 rather teaching the years ago, so the culture is sommeliers and wait- definitely developing,” ers how to present says Dawid, their product to you who’s and helping them convinced Photo: Haragayato get rid of their specify that inherited, old subdivisions CORKS: Tough Choice? Easy with a good wine list Photo: Gianni Dominici and often out- by grapes,” he dated habits. says. there is you are frequenting a top class If you think your establishment “We’re try- There’s no hid- great future establishment that has dedicated deserves recognition for the quality ing to steer ing the fact, that for the contest.” a lot of time and passion to of its wine list, register to enter the away from some wines are quite If you are taking perfect a list that is 100 per cent Wine List of the Year Awards the more pricey in Thailand. But your partner out for guest satisfaction driven. Thailand by no later than July 31 at: conservative, a well designed wine dinner to a restaurant or Content, design, consumer winelistoftheyearthailand.com. The long and complicated list is an integral part of booking a holiday in a resort friendly, limited editions, price, winners will be announced on wine list based on regional selling it to consumers. that has won “Best Wine List grape varieties and taste – it’s all September 11 in Phuket. selections to a layout based Especially in a place like Award”, you automatically know there, a winning formula!” on styles of wine. Some of Phuket, a holiday destina- the best lists in the world are tion where most wine is short and eclectic with the consumed not by locals but emphasis on listings by style. by tourists, people who want We’re trying to encourage to relax, chill out and not deal creativity but also attention to with the headache of choosing details – correct spelling of ap- the right wine for their meal. pellations, vintages and regions,” “Guests generally need to be says Jon. told what’s good with the So basically, it’s about letting food on the menu. They are on the wine experts do the hard holiday and taking the decision work, so that you don’t have to. making away from them and A good modern wine list is one masterfully matching food and that helps you choose a bottle wine combinations for them on you might like without actually set menu is what luxury resort knowing much about appella- management and ultimate guest tions, Grand Cru’s and vintages, satisfaction is all about.” says “90 per cent of consumers Dawid Koegelenberg, manager choose wine by style. So at the of The Sarojin resort, winner of end of the day it comes down to the last year’s Best Wine List in describing what it tastes like,” Thailand award. adds Jon. But it’s not only about But even if you know high-end resorts and five-star your Chardonnay from your hotels. Among the five catego- Sauvignon Blanc there are still ries in this year’s competition places out there that appreciate there is one designed for shorter a more traditional approach. wine lists. “I want to see many, Georges Ciret, wine director of many more players, not just the the Boathouse Wine & Grill big resorts and hotels,” says Jon, which holder of the 2012 award “If I had a backyard cafe on the PICK AND CHOOSE: You don’t need to know about grapes to choose a perfect wine Photo:John Morgan in the Restaurant Wine List street corner and I had 20 wines Raise your glass to France! AS THE French saying goes – Un de crudit s et ses petites sauces or at Royal Phawadee Village. repas sans vin est comme un jour for t noire as much as the next A menu full of French sans soleil – a meal without wine guy, you shouldn’t miss delicatessen , acrobatic show, live is like a day without sunshine. the French national holiday French music (hip-hop included) And even though there might and free flowing fermented have not been quite enough grape juice from 8 to sunshine in Phuket recently, 10:30pm is what you’ll there shouldn’t be a lack of get for 1,500 baht. wine and great food during For more information the Bastille Day celebrations see: 14juilletapatong.com. in Patong on July 14. And if you are busy on “La F te Nationale” is that particular day you can celebrated to commemorate always celebrate later at the the storming of the prison of Boathouse Wine & Grill. la Bastille, a flashpoint of the A special six-course classic Photo: Cyril Plapied French Revolution. French cuisine degustation But even if you’re not French celebrations organized by the menu, paired with French wines, (or revolutionary) and you still l’Union des Fran ais de will be available for the whole enjoy brochettes de boeuf, panier l’ tranger (French Foreign Union) month. – Phuket Gazette July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 35

some Scandinavian specialties. All Phuket Race Week, you can eat for only 695 baht. Our house band will entertain you until the late hours, and we'll have July 17-21, 2013 at happy hours on selected drinks all night. So come and try our July 17-21, 2013, Cape Panwa buffet, "fit for a king". For more Hotel Phuket Raceweek. Cape Panwa Hotel info, Call +66-76330065, Email Four days of world-class yacht [email protected] or racing combined with four nights visit website twochefs.com of magical, beachside parties at the 5-star Cape Panwa Hotel. Aug 12, 2013, Her Majesty the Raceweek will welcome a large Queen's Birthday. multinational fleet of boats to the Her Majesty Queen Sririkit's 10th Anniversary edition. Over 30 birthday is a public holiday in the boats are already signed up in six Kingdom and is also Mother's classes, and more than 400 sail- Day. ors will be taking part. Sep 19, 2013, 11:30am-2pm, July 18, 2013, 11:30am - 2pm Phuket International Women's Phuket International Women's Club monthly lunch. Club monthly lunch. September's lunch will be at The July lunch will be at a new venue. Holiday Inn, Patong. Always a Salt at Surin. All are welcome but popular venue. All are welcome registration essential. Members but registration is essential. 500 baht, guests 650 baht. Members B500 and guests B650. Contact [email protected], Contact [email protected] mobile phone: +66-76-316711 or or Carole Dux 076-316711 visit the website : phuketiwc.com Nov 13-16, 2013, 5am-6pm, July 19, 2013, 7-9 pm, Exclu- Aloo, Mutter Paneer, Butter July 22, 2013, Arsarnha Bucha mouthwatering Chicken Tikka, Phuket International Sport sive Glenfiddich Single Malt Chicken and mouthwatering Day. Samosas, freshly baked Naans and Fishing 2013. Whiskey Appreciation. Chicken Tikka, Samosas, freshly This full-moon day of the eighth more. For more info, contact Registration will be on Novem- Embark on a pioneering explora- baked Naans and more at lunar month commemorates the Jaspal Singh call +66-76-286464, ber 13 from 5pm onwards. Fish- tion of Glenfiddich single malt Navrang Mahal in Karon Sea Buddha's first sermon to his first Email: [email protected] ing days are November 13-16. whiskey where the Brand Ambas- Sands Resort. Contact Jaspal five disciples after attaining En- Prize giving party on the final sador, Mr Matthew Fergusson, Singh on +66-76-286464 or lightenment more than 2,500 years July 27 - 28, 2013, 6pm - 2am, day. We hope you will join us for will bring you on a magical jour- Email at [email protected] ago. Evening candlelit processions Seafood & Prawn Extrava- another great tournament. For ney through the world of the are staged in all Thai Buddhist ganza. more information see: phuket- 'World's Most Awarded' single July 20, 2013, 9 pm - 1 am, temples. We are serving a large interna- international-sportfishing- malt whiskey, while you enjoy the Electric Beach Bingo - ‘it’s tional seafood buffet, including tournament.com exquisite range of Glenfiddich bingo, but not as you know it!’ July 23, 2013, Charity Concert single malts – namely 12, 15, and at XANA beach club with attica. for Myanmar Refugees at 18 year old. Please reserve your Inspired by the youth bingo Grand Balroom, Andaman Em- ticket by mail or telephone. Lim- movement spreading across the brace Patong. ited space available, only 35 world, Electric Beach Bingo will This is for donating to Myanmar guests at Wine Lovers Fisherman combine getting your groove on refugees. Please come to join with Way Business Center. Contact with unleashing a guilty pleasure! us. Contact Chompue on +66-84- Khun Gumrai on +66-76-384663 Dance to the best party tunes 545-7402. or [email protected] in between playing bingo for prizes – from the ludicrous to free July 26, 2013, 7-11 pm, Indian July 19, 2013, 7-11 pm, Indian drinks. Admission is free and Curry Buffet at Navrang Mahal Curry Buffet at Navrang Mahal on arrival you will be given the at Karon Sea Sands Resort. at Karon Sea Sands Resort. rules, bingo cards and more. All you can eat, authentic Indian All you can eat, authentic Indian Dress code: unusual headwear Curry Buffet at 449 baht net per Curry Buffet at 449 baht net per and wigs are encouraged and may person. Come enjoy our cold person. Come enjoy our cold be provided. Contact Khun Mango and Strawberry Lassi with Mango and Strawberry Lassi Annabel Fox directly on +66-76- our delicious Mutton Vindaloo, Dal with our delicious Mutton 324101 or via email at annabel Makhani, Bombay Aloo, Mutter Vindaloo, Dal Makhani, Bombay @xanabeahclub.com Paneer, Butter Chicken and

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PRESERVATION: The courtyard of the renovated Cheong Fatt Tze Peranakan mansion. Photos: Leslie Porterfield By Leslie Porterfield But the protection and develop- Zacharevic are scattered around the ment of old town Georgetown is old town area and are major DESPITE their many similarities – not just left up to the government – tourist magnets. Galleries like architectural and historical – in terms private individuals are involved in Whiteaways display real local art, of modern-day tourism, old town preserving heritage as well. The two not souvenir art for tourists. And Street arts abound in Georgetown, letting tourists do what they do best. Georgetown, Penang, beats the currently there’s a 15-meter high tage zone is just one square kilo- Penang spotlights Sun Yat Sen, pants off the old quarter of Phuket bamboo installation a la Christo meter, and the buffer zone around who planned a revolution during his Town. First of all, Georgetown got between the city and town halls – it, which is equally interesting, is four months in Penang in 1910, with World Heritage status in 2008. You part of Georgetown’s annual 1.5 square kilometers. a museum and walking trail. can’t get a better internationally rec- month-long arts and music festival. Tourists can easily find their Thailand’s Tourism and Sports ognized advertisement than that. Yet Georgetown is not over- way around, with clear street Minister Somsak Pureesrisak says Second, it knows what city tour- gentrified. Real people and real signs, and learn snippets of Phuket needs to promote high-end ists want and supplies it in spades: tradesmen still live there, providing history by reading informative tourism. He would do well to fol- walkability and photo-ops. yet more photo ops for tourists, like wall plaques. After receiving low Penang’s recipe, by focusing Old town Georgetown’s streets the banana-filled ceiling of a fruit world heritage status in 2008, the on history, architecture and are not clogged with cars like old store, the Indian gentleman in his Penang state government voted to art; creating multiple points of town Phuket’s are. Where there two-seater green barber’s hut, men put up these signs and plaques in interest within walking distance are no sidewalks, tourists can lined up praying in a tiny narrow multiple languages. The signs are (we need museums in town, not walk safely in the street in mosque, gigantic incense sticks in Chinese too. Like Phuket, in Thalang and the hills of Kathu) Georgetown. Tourists like to walk. outside a fortune-teller’s shop. Penang has recently seen a limiting traffic in old town Phuket It makes them masters of their Last but not least, there are dramatic increase in number of and encouraging the development fate, and takes away the stress of museums in old town Georgetown Chinese tourists, not surprising, of 5-star lodging. haggling with taxi drivers or – air conditioned museums with since both places figure promi- Old town Phuket has what it figuring out bus schedules. Most interesting, well-labeled exhibits. nently in Chinese history, having takes to be just as good as old importantly, walking lets tourists Peranakan mansions that have been All of these sights are within been the targets of so many town Georgetown, and shouldn’t take photos easily. And in this day renovated and made into museums, walking distance; the world heri- Chinese immigrants. be afraid to copy. of smart phones and social and many of the Chinese clan houses networking, showing friends are privately owned. And it is where you are is a key compo- private enterprise that has trans- nent of taking a holiday. formed so many historic buildings Georgetown provides an into hotels – many more of them abundance of photo-ops, most high-end than we have in old town notably its Sino-Portuguese shop Phuket. houses. Though most of the photo-ops Penang calls these “heritage are free, Penang understands shop houses” and understands the that tourists are willing to pay to treasure it has in them. The see history. They’re willing to pay government program “Think City” up to 20 ringgit (200 baht) to go offers funding for the repair or inside those renovated Peranakan renovation of heritage shop house mansions, whether they offer an facades and roofs. Georgetown interesting tour (The Cheong Fatt World Heritage Incorporated Tze Mansion) or just guides encourages owners and business shouting at each other and sing- people to protect old town ing to themselves (Pinang Georgetown by capitalizing on its Peranakan Mansion). Tourists will economic potential. One program even pay 10 ringgit (100 baht) to they offer is a workshop that see the clan house of a Chinese helps local designers identify family – the Khoo Khongsi (where Georgetown’s “cultural DNA” part of Jodie Foster’s Anna and in order to make more relevant the King was filmed). souvenirs. Another group, Penang But there’s more than just old Heritage Trust, is a “watch-dog” buildings for tourists to photograph NGO with a mandate to protect in Georgetown – there’s art too. endangered buildings. Murals by Lithuanian artist Ernest A shop house gutted and turned into an art gallery (above), and doors at the Meng Eng Soo Temple (inset). July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 37 Andaman Cruises’ new GM GERMAN born Christian Schwind, a Cruises’ high-profile clients include football marketing professional with 14 years star Cristiano Ronaldo, UEFA President experience in business management, Michel Platini, Ed Hardy Designer Christian marketing and PR, has been appointed as Audigier and German model Heidi Klum. general manager of Andaman Cruises, a “Andaman Cruises is a synonym for luxury yacht charter company based in Phuket. Phuket‘s most exciting and stylish Prior to taking on the role of GM, contemporary luxury yachts. he was the Managing Director of “Our company stands for lifestyle and Andaman Travel an Asia based luxury premium hospitality. We are highly ap- travel company which helped him gain preciated by international stars such as vital experience for his new position. football star Cristiano Ronaldo and top Before Andaman travel he worked for five model Heidi Klum. As the new GM, my years at the European headquarters of the goal is to keep Russian energy company Gazprom as that positive Senior Manager for marketing and PR. spirit alive,” Back at university, Mr Chris- he said. tian studied Business Christian Communication Schwind is an Management with outgoing char- a focus on acter with a very Interna- positive outlook on life. tional “My motto is ‘life is Marketing about living’. In my eyes that’s at the Uni- what it is all about. That means, versity MY Olympia, a 19-meter motor yacht. you have to fulfill your life with of Ap- whatever you like; dancing, laugh- plied Sciences in Berlin. During his ing and communicating and hopefully Christian Schwind, Andaman Crusises’ new GM says Phuket is perfect for not being perfect. studies he was a head of PR for the Ger- cruising with us,” he said. man Communication Award. When it comes to hobbies, Christian are living and working here,” he said. “Phuket offers a fantastic work- Andaman Cruises was founded in told the Gazette that he is interested Two of his favorite spots in Phuket are life-balance as we are working on a 2008 in Phuket and oversees a fleet in music, design, arts and photography the Catch Beach Club in Surin and Sanaeha tropical island. For me it was love at of eight vessels including many stylish as well as sports, but his main interest is located on Yaowarat Rd, Phuket town. first sight, because of its diversity. contemporary luxury yachts, such as the people. He said that he relishes “It’s a fascinating place [Catch], that Phuket isn’t perfect and that makes it 23-meter fly-bridge motor yacht MY the opportunity of meeting new people. catches me every time because of its perfect for me. You can enjoy both, the Olympia and the MY Mayavee, a 19-meter “That’s one of the main reasons why I unique atmosphere. In addition, I really simple life and the high-end lifestyle. It’s motor yacht from the renowned English moved to Asia. The continent is on the like to go to Sanaeha, which is a trendy like yin and yang – both elements belong family of Princess. Some of Andaman march and really interesting people bar located in Phuket Town,” he said. together,” he added. – Phuket Gazette 38 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013 The sky’s the limit for Les By Somchai Huasaikul cataract surgery. But his real competitions. There are different passion is flying. categories, and as you move up ONE of the undisputed highlights “I flew two times yesterday, through the categories more and during the Phuket Airshow and two more today and have one more maneuvers are involved, and Family Picnic charity event last more to go,” he said. the complexity increases. The week was a series of spectacular Asked about motivation and categories are Basic, Sportsman, acrobatic performances by Les mindset while flying stunts, he Intermediate, Advanced and then Vorosmarthy, the internationally said there is an element of, quite finally, Unlimited. This is organized famous stunt pilot originally from literally, “winging it” involved. in the US by the International Budapest, Hungary. “I put together a routine, which Aerobatics Club, which has from The Gazette caught up with Les is based on several elements. Each five to ten contests yearly in my at the Phuket Airpark shortly before maneuver in an element, basically. area. So I went all the way to the his fifth and final show on Sunday Each of these maneuvers I have top level of competition, Unlimited.” afternoon. flown hundreds of times. So However, the pinnacle of his “I have been flying depending on my speed and competitive career came in 1998, aerobatics since 1988, altitude I decide what I am going when he had a chance to represent when I was 29 years old. It to do next.” Hungary in the World Champion- started as a hobby. I wanted Les uses an Extra 300 ships held in Trencin, Slovakia. to fly gliders when I was as aircraft, which Asked if aerobatics was as ALL IN A DAY’S WORK: Les sits on the wing of his Extra 300 after a heart- young as 14, but my parents dangerous as it stoping performance at the Phuket Airpark last weekend. forbid me,” said the 54-year-old. appeared, he passed out and crashed. Les is had no issues with the weather. The But there is nothing they can said flatly: “It very familiar with the dangers of only thing I was concerned about do about it now,” he added, with is a is danger- the so-called G forces, but is also yesterday was the presence of a laugh. German- ous. I have very experienced in how to deal some low clouds, but they moved Les’ relationship with Phuket manufactured lost quite with them safely. out. Today I actually clipped a Airpark began when owner Suchart plane designed by a few “You can get a blackout or, cloud with my wing during my Raksangop contacted him for the award-winning stunt pilot friends. more commonly, what we performance,” he said. exotically entitled “Bikini Fly-In” Walter Extra. call a greyout, which is Les has no plans to stop his event, held there four years ago. “This is a standard. when you don’t see aerial performances. Married to a mainland Chinese This model is one anymore, but it is only “The main reason is that I woman from Beijing, Les has of the very few temporary. When you pull enjoy doing it. The people like it three children – 14, 17 and 19 – planes in the world Gs you get tunnel vision and I get invitations from all over and all study Chinese at the that can do unlimited, top-level first. Then the colors go away. the place to fly in shows,” he said. family’s home in the Malaysian aerobatics,” said Les. In one of Then you see only the out- Asked what he thought of the capital of Kuala Lampur. his most remarkable stunts, the lines of things. Then no nickname “The Mad Hungarian” “We didn’t want to live in “tailslide”, Les lets the engine picture. If there is no that had been heard at the Airpark China because for me in China idle and the craft go into a back- picture you have over the weekend, he said with a there is nothing to do because I wards freefall. to immediately smile: “It’s madness only to the don’t speak or read the language. I go vertically up, and then One of the most dangerous release; you people who don’t know what it I would end up in an expat soci- when I reach a certain altitude that parts of aerobatics is the unnatural need to stop is really all about.” ety somewhere. This way I can is safe for me to recover from I stress it puts on the human body. pulling, After that Airshow coordinator live with the locals in Malaysia. pull back to idle. Then the plane Commonly known as “pulling Gs”, Pat James of the US Navy League Everyone speaks English and it’s just falls, backwards, until it Unlimited acrobatic pilots some- otherwise you will stopped by to ask if conditions were a very nice place.” reaches a certain speed when the times expose themselves to a lose conscious- safe enough for one last show, and Les comes to Phuket two or air hits the tail in one direction and perceived weight of as much as ness,” he explained. with that Les was off once again three times a year and also has you flip over,” he said. eight times the normal gravitational Fortunately, strong to his Extra for the final, thrilling business interests in the US state Asked how he developed these (8G) force we all feel as weight at monsoonal conditions through- performance of the show. of California, where he runs a skills, he said: “I did a basic aero- ground level. out the weekend of the Air Show Santa Barbara-based company batic training, which includes rolls, Some other air shows have had almost no impact on flying To see Les in action check out this that manufactures a device used loops, spins – a few things. Then, ended in tragedy when a stunt conditions, he said. week’s Phuket Today show on to facilitate doctors conducting in 1995, I started flying in aerobatic pilot pushed this envelope too far, “I have been lucky. So far I have TrueVisions channel 99 Phuket’s first family picnic, airshow a success THE Airshow and Family Picnic held at one of the many airplanes and helicopters Presentation Award and Euan (Tim) Jayanram to attend: “The weather was good to us; Phuket’s Air Park last weekend was a available at the event. with Original Dallas Jailhouse Chile got the I’m just happy the event took place, and roaring success, with organizers estimat- In addition to Les Vorosmarthy thrilling People’s Choice Award. I’m very proud of the results,” he said. ing that nearly 7,000 people had attended shows (above), experienced sky diver Corey The Radio Controlled Aircraft Club of The event was also made a success by the time the two-day event closed. Parker also wowed the crowd with several Phuket were also a crowd favorite, with thanks to Glenn Fleagle from Phuket Sound, Navy League Phuket President Pat jumps from a helicopter. American style throngs of spectators lining up to watch the Ryan Dorian and Bob Haya with their tal- James, one of the key organizers, said the Bratwurst, hamburgers, chili dogs and a host miniature planes in action. Coinciding with ented entertainment; Coco the Clown, who event was the largest of its kind ever staged of other American food favorites were the event, the Phuket Hash House Harriers gave his best performance ever; Pjae Stanley in Southern Thailand. consumed in vast proportions, along with (HHH) held their weekly run at the Airpark, & Lost Legends Band with amazing Gui- “It was a phenomenal success. The plenty of American (and Mexican) beer. with about 100 participants starting at 4pm tarist Colin Hill; Pjae & Lost Legends; Ricky whole idea was to educate, entertain and The Great Burnin’ Bum Chili Cook-off was and finishing about an hour later on the far LaZenko from RNREcoAdventures.com raise funds for community services and hotly contested, with judges sampling a deli- side side of the runway, out of harm’s way. who supported the organization of Sound, we were very successful in all those cious range of chilies lovingly prepared by As evening fell on Saturday, a spectacular Musical Entertainment and performed as areas. When you consider this was run local chefs and other hot food freaks. After fireworks display was staged, before local MC with his fantastically feathered Kasha entirely by volunteers and a committee, careful deliberation, Joy’s Cafe in Patong was Phuket band Black & Blue kicked off their a charming Moluccan Cockatoo. it’s absolutely phenomenal; my hat’s off crowned Chili Champion of the event. Saranya set of classic blues and soul tunes to entertain to all the volunteers and support crew and Chainaphong (Joy) was awarded a belt with the crowd. Pat James said that the success The Airshow and Family Picnic was proudly to everyone who was involved,” he said. a one-of-a-kind pewter buckle designed of the event bode well for the future and that sponsored by the Phuket Gazette, PGTV For many people, the opportunity for a exclusively for the event by John Underwood he hoped a similar and even bigger event and the ‘Phuket Today’ show, who were joined joy ride in the sky proved irresistible, and of Underwood Designs, while Mouy would be organized for next year, perhaps in by a helicopter-borne Channel 7 crew in more than 120 of them took to the air in Vonechay of RNRHostel’s batch won the Best the high season to give more tourists a chance providing national TV coverage of the event. July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 39 Raising a rooftop garden THE CHANCES are you fashionable in urban probably have a roof centers, especially where garden of sorts. As Phuket people are lucky enough is increasingly dominated to own a roof terrace. by blocks of concrete Apart from anything else, pretentiously known as condominiums, which it means being able to avoid the unhealthy necessitate the annihilation of all existing levels of chemical pesticide used in vegetation in the area, the chances are that commercial farming. Just for the record, your balcony or roof is the only repository of Thailand has 27,126 agricultural chemical greenery you are likely to possess. brands registered for use, more than any So why not make the most of it? After other Southeast Asian country. all, it is a pleasure to look out on something Apart from the fresh food benefits, plants verdant, colorful and, above all, living. reduce the overall heat absorption of a When I designed my house, I included two building, help control rain run-off, and low-walled areas outside the bay windows offer natural and aesthetic benefits. When where potted plants could be placed. surveyed, 80 per cent of Singaporeans Though the less hardy ones have long since voted for more roof gardens to be gone, the broad-leafed dracaenas, colorful implemented in the city’s plans. euphorbias and bougainvilleas are still alive Though Bangkok has relatively few such and well. Plants that need little maintenance, gardens, chef Jess Barnes shows what can they have tolerated my neglect. be done. Though his apartment block has a Container plants are of course the obvious mere 4.6 square meters of viable roof CONCRETE JUNGLE: Flowers in bloom on a Phuket Town condo rooftop. Photo:Steven Layne solution for concrete balconies, but choose space, it now boasts more than 300 glazed containers, place saucers under each different fruit and vegetable plants, Of course most roof gardens have succulent increasingly being used instead pot and try not to over-water. Otherwise, you including tomatoes, aubergines, basil, aesthetics in mind rather than any of grass to create oases of greenery. will stain the sand-wash or tiles beneath. lemongrass and even pomegranates. He utilitarian purpose. A while ago I was asked Sedums have narrow fleshy leaves which And don’t stop at flowers or potted reckons it takes 20 minutes daily watering, for any suggestions for making the most of hold lots of water: that means they can sur- palms. If you start off with a fertile potting and 2-3 hours weeding and tidying every an apartment roof vive dry spells and, mix, your containers will support herbs week. The aim is to cultivate shrubs with space at a property in some cases, such as basil, chives, ginger, chilies and enough foliage to create shade and help in Ao Makham Bay. even a touch of coriander. In fact, growing your own retain moisture for the smaller plants, most The problem frost. Moreover, vegetables is becoming increasingly of which find a use in his restaurant. was not the resi- sedums need little dents’ roof, but in the way of soil rather a huge flat in which to anchor rooftop immedi- their roots. ately in front of My personal their own condo. favorite rooftop Topped with bitu- garden in Phuket men, it was such is atop a Royal an eyesore that Phuket Marina spoiled their view penthouse. All of the mangroves around the swim- and the blue sea ming pool are beyond. A quick masses of flower- and simple solution ing shrubs, vines, would have been succulents and lorry loads of pot plants chosen for plants, but in the their sculptural long term, what A balcony turned vegetable patch. Photo: H Delicious appeal. All are was needed was a properly laid, soil en- housed in barely visible, heavy gauge, stain- riched surface with all the additional less steel containers. The ambiance is so lush drainage and roof reinforcement. A very and vibrant that even those shy sun birds have costly business. taken up residence. On a much smaller scale, my daughter decided to cover a flat bitumen roof – an If you have a question or a garden that you extension to her London house – with a would like featured, you can email me anytime WILD: A New York City rooftop featuring a meadow-themed garden. Photo: Jeffrey Zeldman creeping sedum or stonecrop, a variety of at: dr [email protected] 40 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013

The good and bad sides of games Online games: Paying for play

By Kanyawarat Pramprasert enthusiast about their experiences. cash to be used in the virtual world “I buy a cash credit to top up of the game. AN ONLINE game is a video game the game account. On average Why would anybody spend played over some form of computer I spend 15,000 baht a year on money on things that only exist network. Once you install the shopping in games,” says Natdanai in a game? Online games have game client on your com- become more than just puter, get a user name and entertainment. These a password, you’re almost days, what fascinates the in. Almost, being the key gamers are interactions, word, because more often the possibility of meeting than not, there’s just one friends from the other A screenshot from the game Recon Elite. Photo: Hentei009 more thing you need to do side of the world. And the before you play – pay. more fancy clothes and There are generally the bigger the sword you two ways in which games have, the better chances Positives Negatives creators charge the user. you have of meeting cool Some of the online games people and winning the • Games help sick or injured chil- • Games can be very addictive are charged according game too. dren cope with ongoing pain. and distracting. to air time – want to play Online games have Absorption in a game distracts longer? Pay. This system been available in Thailand the mind from pain and discom- • Games can cause social isolation is often found in popular for many years, they fort. Some hospitals are even problems. People, especially MMORPG (Massively are popular with both encouraging children and others children, tend to spend lesser time Mutiplayer Online Role- children and adults. undergoing painful treatments to with other people because they Spending too much money on games? Photo: RJ Phoenix playing Game) online According to the owner play games. want to get back to the game. games, including some of the most Chanthong, a university student of an Internet Cafe in Thalang, popular titles out there such as from Phuket. Much of this the customers who enjoy online • Playing video games for long • Some researchers believe that Ragnarok or Lineage2. But other spending goes towards “item games can be divided into two hours can lead to insomnia. games can help children with games may give the illusion of trading” a sort of online shopping main groups; children aged 7 attention deficit disorders. being completely free. You pay that can eat up a considerable to 13 and teenagers from 13 to • Violence in games can be • Research indicates that children nothing to download the client, you chunk of many Thai kid’s pocket 19 years old. The first group damaging to young children can improve their social skills by pay nothing for the time you money. It’s just like traditional spends around two to three hours especially children under eight playing games. spend in the game. Yet somehow, online shopping, except that playing games, the older kids because they cannot easily tell players spend thousands of baht the purchased goods don’t get play for five or more hours a day. the difference between real life to stay on top of their game. delivered to your doorstep – they And most of them spend more •Video games and computer and fantasy. To find out how these games games can improve hand-eye stay in the game. Swords, armors, than just the 15 baht per hour extract players money, the outfits – all these virtual goods charged by the cafe for use of co-ordination. • Playing violent video games Gazette asked an online gaming are bought with real, hard earned the computer. increases the risk of future •Games can improve decision aggressive behavior. Most of the making skills. top-selling video games (89%) contained violent content, MThai top 5 most popular online almost half of which was of a •Games are known to enhance serious nature. games in Thailand in 2012 creativity and inculcate a taste for graphics, design and technology. • Overuse of paid games can •Many games can improve cause financial distress. 1. Heroes of Newerth (hon.in.th) An action game where language and math skills. the player can control a character in a fantasy world. High • Family interaction problems quality graphics and simple game play is what makes this •Many games based on history, such as less positive parental title popular. city building, and governance relations. indirectly teach children about aspects of life on earth • Can cause modifications in . visual selective attention. 2. Point of Blank (pb.in.th) A shooting game with •Games teach players problem realistic graphics, popular with teams competing solving, motivation, and cogni- • An increase in emotional against each other. tive skills. disorder symptoms.

3. PKNinja(pkninja.in.th) a fighting game featuring characters from popular Manga animation series such as Naruto and Bleach.

4. Dragonest (dn.in.th) MMORPG game with amazing 3D graphics and a vast system of levels and achievements.

5. Bubble ninja (bbn.in.th) a web based game, where the players log in and play via a dedicated website. July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 41

Introducing Professor Grammar Dork

TODAY I’d like to introduce Professor Grammar Dork. He is an antediluvian old grammarian who still insists on maintain- ing the distinction between who and whom. But dedicated young grammarphiles have been bombarding him with e-mails:

Question: Hi Dork! I’m confused by the word “impeccable.” If something is impec- cable, can we also say it is peccable? Answer: Thank you for your ignorance. First, the practice of beginning an e-mail with a breezy “Hi,” followed by the name of the addressee, without even separating the two words by a mandatory comma, is to be eschewed by those who have even the slightest regard for the integrity of the language. The proper greeting in your e-mail should have been “Dear Professor Grammar Dork,” followed by a comma or DORK: Slang for an inept person. Photo: Paul I DIFFERENT WORDS: This angel helps those who have died “cross over.” Photo: papalas a colon. Second, in answer to your ignorant question, “impeccable” means “flawless.” “Peccable” would mean “flawed.” Why not just say “flawed”? Question:Thanks Dorkie. We also say “im- pressive.” Can we say “pressive”? Answer: Not to my knowledge. Please mind your commas, and do not call me Dorkie. Question: OK dorkless. This exchange has been very pressive for me. Now, you just said “flawless.” Can we also say “flawful”? Answer: Not to my knowledge. Nor can you call me “dorkless” without arousing my antipathy. Next question. th Question: Hey GD! If we can say “antipa- The new age movement is a Western spiritual movement that developed in the late 20 century. Photo: Leo Prieto thy,” can we also say “propathy”? change! But what if the individual has “He died”? see, this is the problem with New Age types. Answer: No. Please return to your cage. actually gone to his hellish punishment? Question: It sounds blunt, abrupt, hard- They’re fuzzy thinkers. If this life is this Don’t we have any intelligent questions out Question: One wouldn’t want to sug- hearted? side, and what comes after it is the other there? gest such an unfortunate possibility? Answer: Nothing of the sort. If he died, side, then what’s in the middle? Remark: Yes, Professor Grammar Dork! I Answer: No, one sure as hell wouldn’t, he died. No point in trying to gussy it up in Remark: By George, you have a good am concerned about the protocol of talking would one? My goodness, you are a real ribbons and bows. point, Professor Grammar Dork. about death. It seems harsh just to say, “He Victorian, sir! Nobody says “one” anymore. Question: How about saying, “He crossed Retort: Of course. That’s why they call died.” I favor elegant euphemisms like “He My compliments, indeed! The use of such over”? Some New Age types favor that. me Professor Grammar Dork. shuffled off his mortal coil,” or “He bade fare- a locution marks you as an educated man, Answer: Crossed over to where? well to this vale of tears,” or “He has gone to albeit hopelessly out of date. Remark: They usually say, “To the other You can send your questions about English his heavenly reward.” But to return to your question, I dislike side.” usage to Professor Grammar Dork c/o Retort: Ah, an intelligent question for a euphemisms. What’s wrong with saying, Retort: To the other side of what? You [email protected] .

Be sure that the fire exit is the safest means of escape. Photo: Steven Layne 42 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013 Sabah: Journey to the By Mark Knowles spotless and gleaming modern bordered by calm blue ocean. descendants of various tribes in the airport, I quickly jumped into an air I had been invited to Sabah by region. Our guide for the village, WHEN I was a child, the word conditioned taxi which took me Tourism Malaysia to attend Tadua along with the other guides who Borneo would conjure up images to the sprawling grounds of the Kamataan; traditionally a harvest demonstrated traditional skills, of colonial explorers in pith 384-acre Sutera Harbour Resort, the festival held by the Kadazan-Dusun dances and costumes, descended helmets slashing their people of northern Borneo from the cultures represented at the way through wild jungle to appease and respect the village. This lent an authenticity to teeming with exotic spirit of the rice paddy. the tour and our guide was indeed plants, ferocious animals Nowadays, the festival has knowledgeable about traditional and roaming tribes of become a wider celebra- practices and beliefs and more than headhunters. As I grew tion of the cultural happy to answer follow up ques- older, my mental picture diversity of Sabah, where tions from a curious journalist. The was expanded by David tourists and locals alike interactive displays of traditional Attenborough’s wonder- can see traditional dances skills included cooking, henna ful documentaries, which and costumes, music tattooing, cloth and rope making, transported me to this performances, handi- bamboo fire-starting, rice wine remote island in the crafts, local cuisines and production and blow pipe hunting darkest heart of exotic the ever-popular beauty demonstrations. Asia, and always left me pageants. But, perhaps the most astonish- marveling at the incred- But before attending ing part of the tour was the ible array of plant and PARADISE: Manukan island is a haven for snorkeling the official celebrations, longhouse of the Murut – one of animal life it supported. and scuba diving. Photo: Sabah Tourism/David Kirkland we were scheduled to the last tribes to give up their These early influences instilled in base for my forays into Sabah. check out some of the many headhunting practices. Under the EXOTIC: Napenthes Raja is the largest pitcher plant in the world. me a life-long wish to visit Borneo Okay, I thought, as my romantic attractions in and around Kota roof of the 15-meter long bamboo Photo: Sabah Tourism/Melissa Ewot and recently my wish came true. notions dissolved, so it’s not Kinabalu that make Sabah a such house, is a platform set in the As my plane took off from Kuala exactly the slow boat ride up an fascinating destination. After a center of the floor, supported by rafters. The tour was concluded Lumpur, I felt a thrilling sense of a silent mist-covered river to a restful night at the hotel and a thick, yet flexible tree branches, it with a lively musical performance, anticipation and bamboo hut in sumptuous buffet breakfast, our is used as a sort of trampoline. In where dancers dressed in very it wasn’t long the jungle I was group met in the lobby to be former times, after returning from colorful traditional clothing before tantaliz- expecting, but greeted by our guide George. A a raid, the heads of their enemies demonstrated the “bamboo dance”. ing thoughts of it would have Sabahan. A man of Indian Requiring incredible skill, orangutans, to do. descent, George turned out dancers hop and weave elusive pygmy As it turns to be a fountain of knowl- between long shafts of elephants, color- out, it did quite edge about the history, bamboo, which are slid to ful hornbills, well indeed – culture and geography of and fro on the floor and unexplored this massive the region, and as we soon clapped together to create caves and virgin resort complex found out, never short of a percussive rhythm for rainforest filled contains two 5- a joke either. Soon we the dance. The tour was a my mind. star hotels with were off on a bus to the fascinating introduction to In just two almost 1,000 Mari Mari Cultural the skilled workmanship and a half hours, rooms, a 27- Village, tucked away in the and complex culture and of we began our hole golf course tropical jungle covered hills Borneo’s original inhabit- descent into and country that surround the city. ants and I left wanting to Kota Kinabalu, club, a 104- At first, I was weary SKILLFUL: The “Bamboo Dance” requires great learn more about them. capital of the STRANGE: The unusual probiscus berth marina, that this cultural village precision and timing. Photo: Mark Knowles The following day we monkey is endemic to Borneo. Photo: Malaysian state Sabah Tourism/D. Kirkland the luxurious might turn out to be a “Disney-fied” would be hung from the roof and hopped on a speedboat to explore of Sabah and Mandara Spa, tourist trap, but I was pleasantly sur- the victorious warriors would use the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine the main entry point for visitors to four world-class restaurants – all prised. The village consists of five the the platform to bounce and leap Park, comprised of a cluster of Borneo. Disembarking at the set among lush tropical gardens and longhouses faithfully reproduced by to snatch their “prize” from the islands 20 minutes from Kota

COLORFUL: A girl in traditional dress offers wild honey TRADITION: A man in traditional dress draws a henna to tourists at the Mari Mari Village. Photo: Mark Knowles tattoo on a tourists hand. Photo: Mark Knowles July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 43 land below the wind you the chance to explore the performances began, some 34 800 species of orchids, 50 of which summit of Kinabalu itself. Despite abundant coral reefs and exotic of Sabah’s distinct tribal cultures are endemic to the park; and over its foreboding size, it is a relatively marine creatures that inhabit the were represented in a medley 600 species of ferns (more than the easy climb and can be achieved serenely beautiful waters. of traditional song and dance whole of Africa’s 500 species) of by any relatively fit person After our morning on the performances, each one more which 50 are found nowhere else. without the use of specialized beach, it was off to nearby Sapi dazzling then the last. The mountaineering equipment. island for lunch; a veritable smor- sheer variety of costume, Although it can be done in gasbord of fresh crab, calamari, music and dance styles a single day, most people fish, prawns and a choice of made it obvious why take two days, and all many local noodle and rice Sabahan’s pride them- climbers must be accompa- dishes. All this was finished off selves on preserving and nied by an accredited guide. with a dessert of Malaysian sharing the rich cultural Climbers trek 6km to Laban cakes, sweet sticky rice and fresh heritage. After the show, Rata on the first day, taking tropical fruits. After lunch I went many guests posed for four to five hours, before exploring and came across a photos with the charming climbing to the summit early colossal monitor lizard, grazing ladies who took part in the on the following morning. for food at a leisurely pace. This beauty contest, an event The return trip from Laban behemoth was an astonishing which has become an Rata to the summit can take two meters long, but apparently integral part of Tadua THRIVING: the Capital of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu is a anything from six to nine quite docile and didn’t seem to Kamataan. fast growing center of trade for the region. hours. Climbers descend to be bothered at all by having his For the final day of our Photo: Sabah Tourism/David Kirkland the park head- quarters that photograph taken. tour we boarded a bus to afternoon, which takes ICONIC: one of the four species of After our peaceful morning at take us on the two and a three to four hours. great apes, Orangutans are found throughout Borneo. Photo: Greg Hume the beach it was time to head half hour journey to the Unfortunately, we did back to Kota Kinabalu to attend majestic Mount Kinabalu. It not have time to make the Kinabalu. The five islands of the park the official Tadua Kamataan is the highest mountain in ascent to the summit, and are gleaming emeralds dotting the celebrations. As we filled into the Southeast Asia, at 4,095 contented ourselves with shallow turquoise water, meters, and the the spectacular views of ringed with white sandy jewel in the the mountain that dominate beaches and verdant coral crown of the the landscape. Returning to gardens. The denizens of UNESCO Kota Kinabalu that evening, these pristine waters World Heritage the members of our group include scorpion fish, listed Kinabalu gathered at one of the doz- blue-spotted rays, cuttle- National Park – CULTURE: The platform inside the Murut longhouse ens of restaurants that fish, mantis shrimps, the one of the most was used after a headhunting raid. Photo: Mark Knowles crowd along the esplanade occasional green or bio-diverse ecosystems There are also some 326 bird of Kota Kinabalu to reminisce hawksbill turtle and on the planet. From species and around 100 mamma- about our trip. There was between November and dense lowland jungle lian species including the famous unanimous agreement that we February, whale sharks to sparse alpine cloud orangutan. would have to return to Sabah one can also be spotted. forests, the National One of the biggest draw cards day soon. to explore more of the Our first stop was Park encompasses a to the National Park is the many wonders we did not have Manukan island, where ELEGANCE: Beauty Paegents have become and integral huge range of habitats. opportunity to climb to the a chance to see. some of our group chose part of Kamataan. Photo: Mark Knowles It is worth quoting to relax on the beach while others large auditorium, we could see some figures here, to give you an donned snorkels and dived into the that we would be in for quite a idea of the ecological riches to be water in search of marine life. For show, as dozens of performers found inside the park. It has been scuba enthusiasts, there are in colorful traditional dress lined estimated that a mind-blowing countless dive companies offering the walls to welcome attendees. 5,000 to 6,000 plant species can a range of dive experiences, giving After everyone was seated the be found here. This includes over

BREATHTAKING: The barren granite rock of Mount Kinabalu stands at 4,095 meters and is the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia. Only 200 people a day are permited to hike to the top. Photo: Ariel Steiner 44 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013 Brighten up your rainy day

FASHION is full of fleeting trends and new fads. So as the seasons change, it’s time to pick up the clothes that are “in” the season and toss out those that are not. On a tropical island like Phuket, the rainy season can be a gloomy time of year and somewhat depressing. The best antidote to the bad weather is to wear some floral-patterned, bright, fun and colorful clothing that can help bring some life to an otherwise dreary day. Forget your leather clothes, bags and shoes – which can be easily ruined by water – this rainy season is all about keeping it fun and sweet. First item you need on a rainy day is an umbrella. A clear umbrella can be very chick and fashionable and it’s also popular among hip Hollywood stars. Also, many people use them in photography and fashion shows because they do not hide the look of the clothes being worn. Clear umbrellas are made from PVC plastic, so they’re quite durable and will last sev- The color pink FLORAL eral seasons. Looking up to the sky on a rainy day DRESS with a clear umbrella helps let a bit of light in and is evocative will probably help make you feel a bit of love and it 199 baht different and cool! conveys a Available @ One should check the product carefully Naka Market This use of contrasting materials before buying, because a poor umbrella will sense of gentil- works well, with the turquoise green probably be very flimsy and leak water all ity, while wearing of the top perfectly matched with the over you in the heavy tropical rain. Long skirts, jeans, or dresses are not pink clothes can give you a colorful floral-patterned short skirt the way to go in this season. Short ones romantic and feminine look. to provide a simple and stylish look are much more suitable. Loose- This faded wild flower for girls in the rainy season. A pair fitting, light and easy-dry clothes are really comfortable and pattern, with hues of leaf of Korean style five-inch high-heels, practical for the rainy season, green and soft vintage adds a more formal touch, with the as well as waterproof hand pink, matches up well with benefit of helping you look taller. The bags and rubber footwear. the leather sandals that look cream color of the shoes can match PINK like a creeping plant with a with a variety of outfits, making NEON BAG flower on top, evoking the them a versatile addition to your 800 baht feeling of being in a spring wardrobe. Available @ garden. Naka Market

How to mask your face with yogurt at home

YOGURT not only helps improve your digestion, but it can also be used as a facial moisture and exfoliant to help make your face clearer and softer. It’s the zinc in yogurt that can reduce acne, while the mild lactic acid can help remove dark spots. All you need is just some plain natural yogurt, but for an even better result you can add some lime juice and honey to help combat an oily facial complexion. Using yogurt to give yourself an indulgent facial at home is so easy, just follow these simple steps. First, clean your face thoroughly, then mix one tablespoon of yogurt, one teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of lime together and use it to cover your face (or just use some plain yogurt if you like). Leave it on, without talking or laughing, for a good 10 to 15 minutes and then wash it off with warm water and cold water Yogurt is an exellent healthy food and respectively, to tighten your pores. also make a greta facial mask. Photo: ljguitar July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 45 46 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013

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CANCER (June 22-July 23): another earth sign has the right AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19): take most of what they hear with It can be hard for moves to keep you interested, but The focus is on relation- a generous pinch of salt. The stars Cancerians to stay still as a water sign’s pessimistic mood ships around the middle indicate that spending time with the second half of July may dampen your spirits this of the month – a family family will bring the most gets under way. The stars suggest weekend. The number eight member’s unexpected support satisfaction, with focus on utilizing this energy to take care shows signs of being fortunate. comes as a welcome surprise for planning for a celebration. Number of domestic improvements – a fire many Aquarians. The stars four can open a lucky door this week. sign partner will be thrilled to see LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23): suggest that your relationship with you do this. Those with a A cynical attitude can cast SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21): this person will become smoother TAURUS (April 21-May 21): birthday in the coming days are a gray cloud over your Those born under the with domestic harmony improving Admiration comes from an forecast to find more fulfillment week. The stars recommend sign of Sagittarius can be from this development. Another air unexpected source around at work in the year ahead. The putting rose-tinted shades on to affected by uncertainty sign can show that they are only a the middle of the month. number five is highlighted to bring see more of the positive side of this week. If this relates to a money fair weather friend when you ask Those born under the sign of good fortune this week. life. Those who have been let making scheme, the stars suggest for a simple favor. Finances are Taurus who have lacked confidence down by another air sign are that there is valid reason for luckiest midweek. Your special lately should receive a boost which LEO (July 24-Aug 22): forecast to learn more about the having second thoughts. Another number this week is six. will encourage them to continue on A lot of people will be reason this happened. It would be fire sign can offer useful insight this their chosen path. Optimism pays off counting on you around wise to remember that no-one is weekend. Where affairs of the heart PISCES (Feb 20-March 20): where money matters are concerned the middle of this month, perfect. Auspicious days for are concerned, a water sign’s rush Health is highlighted to be – an amount that was lost is likely to but Leos should be able to keep up romance are Tuesday and to commit should send warning an issue for those born be repaid during the second half of with demands. Your calm energy Wednesday. Librans’ lucky signals. Sagittarians could see under the sign of Pisces July. Taureans’ lucky number this allows more sensible decisions to number this week is seven. number one bringing good fortune. during the second half of July. week is three. be made where finances are Those who have been forgetful concerned. Unanswered questions SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22): CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20): about check-ups can be reminded GEMINI (May 22-June 21): in the realm of romance become You should be in a good It will become clear to to make appointments by a friend’s An unsettled astral an issue you can’t ignore. place during the second Capricorns that everything situation. Exercise is well-starred, atmosphere means you Tuesday is the most auspicious day half of July. The stars happens for a reason. with focus on finding a new way will be most comfortable for solving mysteries. Number nine suggest that romantic reconcili- Recent unrest at work should to make this part of your routine. in the company of people you can attract good luck this week. ation could be the reason for this, pass around the middle of the Money matters are well-starred on know well during the coming days. but single Scorpios are also month – when the dust has settled, Monday and Tuesday. Pisceans’ The stars advise that mixing with VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23): forecast to have more to smile your position is forecast to be lucky number this week is nine. people whose interests don’t match Virgoans are forecast to about. A money matter that was stronger. The stars hint that you yours will lead to unnecessary be more in tune with their troublesome should work out could start to see an air sign ARIES (March 21-April 20): disagreements. Single Geminis see creative side during the well when an earth sign friend acquaintance in a romantic light. A lot of hot air can be that a fire sign is ready to play cat week ahead. The stars advise helps with negotiations. Dreams Technology can be tricky blowing around your and mouse, but this probably keeping note of all the ideas you can take you back to a place in midweek, with communications social circle this week. doesn’t suit your current mood. have as many can be useful in the the past. Your lucky number this highlighted to be delayed. Number Gossip is forecast to be hard to Number one can encourage good future. In the realm of romance, week is eight. two appears important this week. ignore, but Arians are advised to fortune this week. July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 47

TRUE BRIT: Andy Murray celebrates as he defeats Novak Djokovic. Photos: Reuters Murray holds the Wimbledon trophy under a statue of former winner Fred Perry. Murray makes tennis history THE last few heart-pounding strides World number one Djokovic, who was Wimbledon in shorts would ultimately towards the summit proved the most pre- ahead in both the second and third sets only define his career. carious for Andy Murray as he beat Novak to be engulfed by a tide of patriotic fervor, “For the last four or five years, it’s been 1936 vs 2013 Djokovic to end a 77-year British jinx at saved all three and then had a point to make very, very tough, very stressful, a lot of FOLLOWING are some facts about the Wimbledon on a Sunday that will forever it 5-5 after dribbling a drop volley off the pressure,” said Murray, the only British man win in 1936 and the 2013 victory: be etched in the nation’s sporting history. net tape. to reach the second round this year. Prize money in 1936 was zero com- The record books will show an almost Had he done so, the statue of Perry “I felt a little bit better this year than I pared to 1.6 million pounds (US$2.4 routine 6-4 7-5 6-4 win for the boy from perched in the grounds of the All England did last year. But it’s not easy. I think now million) in 2013. Dunblane but the three hours nine minutes Club might still be casting a shadow over it will become easier. I hope it will.” Tennis rackets in 1936 were made of it took to finish off a slightly below-par British tennis but Murray, whose broad When Perry thrashed Germany’s laminated wood compared to modern rack- Djokovic felt like an eternity. shoulders have carried home hopes for Gotfried von Cramm 6-1 6-1 6-0 in 1936 – ets made of graphite, carbon, and titanium. It was more tortuous than any of the nearly a decade, would not stumble. the same year the BBC made the world’s Strings for tennis rackets in 1936 five-set thrillers that Murray has contested With his pulse racing and nerves on fire first television broadcast and Jesse Owens were made from fibers extracted from in his career – most recently when he came he conjured up a fourth matchpoint and this won four Olympic golds in pre-war Berlin, animal intestines while modern strings from two sets down to beat Spain’s time Djokovic succumbed, netting a back- it proved to be his swansong. are mainly synthetic. Fernando Verdasco in the quarter-finals to hand to spark cheers from Land’s End to Approaching his athletic peak and with Tennis rackets used to be about 65 keep the dream alive. John O’Groats. age and injuries catching up with 17-times square inches (420 square cms) in 1936 With 15,000 people on a baking Center “It’s the hardest few points I’ve had to grand slam champion Roger Federer and compared to 90 square inches currently. Court bellowing his name, and millions glued play in my life,” said a dazed Murray. Rafa Nadal, Murray could have several Tennis balls hit by Fred Perry were to TV screens around the country, Murray “In that last game my head was every- more memorable Sundays on Center Court white while Murray struck ‘optic’ stepped up to serve at 5-4 needing four where. That last game will be the toughest in the next few years. yellow balls introduced in 1972. points to emulate Fred Perry, who won the game I’ll play in my career, ever.” “The bottom line is that he was a better In 1936, the first Spitfire aircraft took last of his three titles here in 1936. Twelve months ago Murray’s Wimbledon player in decisive moments,” said Djokovic flight and Margaret Mitchell’s novel Three points later, amid a cacophony of dream was crushed by Roger Federer on who still leads Murray11-8 in their career “Gone with the Wind” was published. sound that even surpassed the decibel level the same stage – yet that tear-jerking defeat head-to-head. Biggest sporting event in 1936 was reached when he won Olympic gold on the proved to be a watershed for the obstinate “He played fantastic tennis, no question the Berlin Olympics opened by Adolf same stage last year, it was 40-0. 26-year-old. about it. He deserved to win.” Hitler at which Jesse Owen won four But this most unpredictable of A few weeks later he claimed the Olym- In the women’s singles final, Marion gold medals. Wimbledons, a tournament stacked with pic gold medal before beating Djokovic to Bartoli defeated Sabine Lisicki 6-1 6-4. Other notable events in 1936 include the shocks and unexpected turns, was not win the US Open and his first grand slam Lisicki was outplayed for most of the match industrial manufacture of the first parking about to let Murray achieve British sport- title after four times falling at the final hurdle. by her French opponent, who won her first meters and the Queen Mary completing ing immortality without one final, Despite those milestones, Murray knew major title in her 47th Grand Slam apperance. her maiden voyage to New York. stomach-churning, twist. that becoming the first British man to win – Reuters Ashes ‘battle’ started ENGLAND cricket captain hampered by Darren Lehman James Anderson, Graham Onions. Alastair Cook predicted “one hell replacing Mickey Arthur, who was Australia squad: Michael of a battle” before the start of sacked two weeks ago, as coach. Clarke (captain), Brad Haddin the first Ashes test against Aus- David Warner was originally (vice-captain), Ashton Agar, Jack- tralia at Trent Bridge, England banned after he punched England’s son Bird, Ed Cowan, James last Wednesday. Joe Root in a nightclub, but Faulkner, Ryan Harris, Phil Cook will be leading England in Australia could recall him for the Hughes, Usman Khawaja, Nathan an Ashes series for the first time first Test. Lyon, James Pattinson, Chris after succeeding Andrew Strauss England squad for first Test: Rogers, Peter Siddle, Steve Smith, last year and he will be hoping to Alastair Cook (captain), Joe Root, Mitchell Starc, Matthew Wade, lead his country to their third Jonathan Trott, Kevin Pietersen, David Warner, Shane Watson. straight Ashes. Ian Bell, Jonny Bairstow, Matt The first Test started July 10 Australia know they are the Prior, Tim Bresnan, Stuart Broad, and finishes July 14. underdogs and their build up was Graeme Swann, Steven Finn, – Phuket Gazette Edinson Cavani. Photo: Reuters 48 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013 A pride of Lions By Patrick Campbell in disarray. But just before half-time, the Wallabies found some rhythm and were THE Australian team had the momentum. rewarded with a try, as Sexton missed a History was on their side. They had home tackle on O’Connor. Early in the second advantage. Robbie Deans had kept faith with half it suddenly became 19–16, after a winning combination. And yet…. In an Leali’ifano had slotted two penalties. astonishing resurgence at Sydney’s vener- Having surrendered a 16 point advantage, able Olympic stadium, the Lions annihilated the Lions might have been forgiven for the Wallabies, running up a massive 41 points losing heart; instead they proceeded to up – a record – and scoring four tries, three of the tempo and scored thrice in an extraordi- them in a hectic period of 12 minutes in the nary 12 minute spell. After sustained second half. Final score: 41-16. Game, set pressure, Sexton and Bowe sent Davies and match to the British and Irish side. through; Halfpenny’s short inside pass to The build-up had been dominated by Sexton saw the Irishman atone by scoring. Warren Gatland’s decision to drop talisman Then Halfpenny, exploiting a perceived Brian O’ Driscoll, one of the true greats of defensive weakness on the left flank, stepped the modern game. He had already lost both inside Genia and Tomane, to send North captain Warburton and and vice-captain over. Finally, Murray found Jamie Roberts O’Connell to injury, and O’Driscoll had been who bullocked over unchallenged. By now, widely expected to lead the side. Furthermore, Gatland had sent on all his substitutes. They in a selection construed by some pundits as certainly did him proud, keeping the Walla- Injured Lions captain Sam Warburton (left) and captain of the third test Alun Wyn Jones raise biased, the coach had dropped six players, bies scoreless in the latter stages while the the Tom Richards trophy as they celebrate victory over the Wallabies. Photo: Reuters picked ten Welshmen in the starting line-up mayhem continued at the other end. and five Englishmen on the bench. In the Man of the series, Leigh Halfpenny, Alun-Wyn Jones, the stand-in Lions captain, Replacements: Fainga’a (for Moore 72), event, his bold and much criticized decision, justified all the superlatives heaped on him. A was tireless, carrying more ball than anyone. Slipper (for Robinson 66), Kepu for Smith was amply vindicated by events on the field. model of consistency both under the high If it was not an occasion for an (26-36), Simmonds (for Douglas 62), Hooper Before the game, he had declared; “I can put ball and as a goal-kicker (39 out of 44 expansive game, at least the backs showed (for Smith 5-10, 66), Phipps (for Genia 69), my hand on my heart and say it was the right successful kicks on tour), he also showed that they could grasp what opportunities Mogg (for Folau 27). rugby decision.” Prescient indeed. his value as a deceptive runner in this match. came their way. Twenty-one-year-old Yellow Card: Alexander(24) The game was only a minute or so old The entire pack was remorseless with the George North, already a menacing figure, Lions: Halfpenny, Bowe, Davies, when rejuvenated Alex Corbisiero, brought back row more than matching the Austra- and the star three quarter of the Roberts, North, Sexton, Phillips, Corbisiero, in to bolster the scrum at loose head, lians at the breakdown and the front row series, will only get better. As Gatland said: Hibbard, A. Jones, A.W Jones(capt), smashed over from close in. The dominant entirely dominant. Alex Corbisiero, showed “These guys have done themselves and that Parling, Lydiate, O’Brien, Falatau. Lions scrum, which did not lose their own how much he had been missed, by giving jersey proud.” Some understatement. Replacements : Youngs (for Hibbard 48), ball throughout, were awarded two free Wallabies tight head Alexander such a torrid Australia: Beale, Folau, Ashley-Cooper, Vunipola(for Corbisiero 67), Cole (for A. Jones. kicks and three penalties by referee Romain time that he was yellow carded and then Leali’ifano, Tomane, O’Connor, Genia, 55), Gray (for Parling 67), Tipuric (for Faletau Poite, spot kicks converted by Leigh replaced. Corbisiero was nominated by Robinson, Moore, Alexander, Horwill 55, O’ Brien 60), Murray (for Phillips 51), Halfpenny. For a while, the home side were Gatland as his personal man of the match. (capt), Douglas, Mowen, Smith, Palu. Farrell (for Sexton 64), Tuilagi (for Roberts). Bayern dominate Europe again

An FIA official runs over to the pits as a lost rear tyre of Red Bull Formula One driver Mark Webber of Australia bounces through the pit lane during the German Grand Prix. Photo: Reuters

rd Pitlane clampdown enforced Bayern Munich’s new head coach Pep Guardiola (3 left) talks to the players during his first team training session. Photo: Reuters FORMULA One’s governing body The wheel, weighing some 10 Motor Sport Council (WMSC) will FOUR Bayern Munich players – League final at London’s ordered an immediate clampdown kg, then flew off and bounced immediately be sought for two Thomas Mueller, Franck Ribery, Wembley Stadium, was named as on access to the pitlane on Tues- down the pitlane, missing changes to the Sporting Regula- Arjen Robben and Bastian was Paris Saint-Germain’s Zlatan day after a television cameraman Mercedes mechanics before hit- tions. Both of these changes have Schweinsteiger – were named on Ibrahimovic. was struck and injured by a ting Allen on the back. already been approved for 2014,” it a 10-man shortlist for the 2012/ The award, voted for by a jury bouncing wheel at last weekend’s The cameraman was flown to said. 13 UEFA Best Player in Europe of journalists from each of UEFA’s German Grand Prix. hospital where he is expected to The first change requires all award on Tuesday. member associations, was estab- The International Automobile make a full recovery. team personnel working on a car Unlike last year, when the final lished in 2011 and was won last Federation (FIA) said in a state- The incident triggered a fresh during a pitstop to wear head three contenders came from year by Barcelona midfielder ment that only authorized team focus on Formula One safety protection, already a common Barcelona or Real Madrid, only Andres Iniesta. personnel and event marshals after a spate of tyre explosions practice for mechanics. two of the 10 were drawn from The top 10 players will be would be allowed to work in the during the previous British Grand The second will reduce the pit the Spanish clubs – Barca’s 2011 whittled down to three candidates pitlane during qualifying sessions Prix saw debris thrown up in the lne speed limit during races from winner Lionel Messi and Real’s in a second vote, with the ultimate and the race. path of drivers, who arrived in 100kph to 80kph, with the excep- Cristiano Ronaldo. winner decided in a live poll on “Access for approved media Germany threatening a boycott. tion of Melbourne, Monaco and Tottenham Hotspur’s Gareth August 29 during the Champions will be confined to the pit wall,” it The governing body said FIA Singapore where due to track con- Bale was the only British player League group stage draw in stated. president Jean Todt, a former figuration the limit is 60kph. nominated, with the Premier Monaco. British cameraman Paul Allen Ferrari team principal, had The FIA said they were League also represented by UEFA said in a statement that suffered a broken collarbone and demanded immediate changes to the expecting champions Red Bull to Manchester United’s Robin van it had also launched a Best fractured ribs in the incident when sporting regulations in order to submit a written report about the Persie. Women’s Player in Europe Australian Mark Webber pulled reduce the risk of similar pitlane Nuerburgring incident on Wednes- Robert Lewandowski, whose award, with the first winner to away from the Red Bull pits with- accidents. day. The report will be shared with Borussia Dortmund side lost out be unveiled on September 5. out the car’s rear right wheel being “The FIA today informed teams the other 10 teams to help improve to Bayern in the Champions – Reuters properly attached. that the approval of the World pit lane safety. – Reuters July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 49

Junior sailors Raceweek SevenstarSevenstar womenwomen JUNIOR Phuket Raceweek, is set to take headhead toto RaceweekRaceweek place Saturday July 20 off Phuket’s South- east coast. Sister event to its bigger brother Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek, which celebrates its 10th Anniversary this year, Junior Phuket Raceweek gives budding young sailors an opportunity to race in an international-standard regatta. POPULAR all women’s sailing team “There are limited competitive sailing Lady Sevenstar has officially entered opportunities for youngsters on Phuket, and Asia’s most exciting regatta, the Cape so with Junior Phuket Raceweek we had the Panwa Hotel Phuket Race Week, held idea to provide a competitive racing FUTURE: Optimist sailors are looking forward to the event. Photo: MarineScene.asia. from 17 - 21 July. experience for young sailors of any national- “It looked liked we were going to miss ity,” said Byron Jones, managing director of the race this time as our usual boat, organizers Media Business Services (MBS). FireFly Lady Sevenstar/aka the Frog, Royal Thai Navy Rear Admiral Prasart was not available. Miraculously, in the Sribhadung will be the Race Officer for the past week we’ve been able to secure a inaugural one-day event and will set up to boat and not just one but two sponsors, six races, a combination of trapezoid and so we are excited to go ahead!”, said windward/leeward courses, for the multi- the driving force behind the team national fleet of youngsters. Marieke Derks, representative of the Since it was announced earlier in the girls’ longstanding team sponsor year, Junior Phuket Raceweek has been Sevenstar Yacht Transport. well received by the local sailing commu- Liz Schoch is happy to skipper the Close racing is expected at the 2013 Junior Phuket Raceweek. Photos: MarineScene.asia. nity and has received strong support from Lady Sevenstar women’s team on two of the leading yacht clubs on the age with many relative newcomers to the ral event and make it even bigger and better Mamba, a FireFly 850 sportscat. “We island, Ao Chalong Yacht Club (ACYC) and sport who are excited to experience an in- for 2014,” added Jones. were very pleased to be able to charter the Phuket Youth Sailing Club (PYSC). ternational standard regatta for the first time. Registration for Junior Phuket Raceweek Mamba from Ian Coulson at a very Both clubs have established youth sail- At the other end of the spectrum are a will take place on Friday July 19 at Regent reasonable rate, thanks to the help of ing programs, but are not limited to youth number of sailors with considerable expe- Phuket Cape Panwa between 1pm and 5pm, Chris Jongerius of Andaman Sea Club, sailing only, each offering facilities and rience. Nattapong Yoangngam (Max) and followed by an opening party. Racing takes Bob Mott, Voodoo owner Hans sailing opportunities for adults also. Cartoon Juladej (Toon), despite being just place on Saturday July 20 off Panwa Beach Rachman and of course our sponsors. Some of the more experienced and older 11-years-old, have competed in multiple Resort Phuket with an event-closing “Our regular practice on Lady kids from the two clubs are coming together Thailand National Optimist Championships, barbecue hosted by the resort. Sevenstar and participation in our first to sail the 91.5 FM-Sunsail Youth Racing have represented Phuket in the Phuket Youth Junior Phuket Raceweek is co-hosted by race, the Phang Nga Bay Regatta last entry in the Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Games, and have also represented Thailand Regent Phuket Cape Panwa and Panwa January left us eager for more. Now Raceweek, including Phuket Youth Sailing at the Double Star Cup Regatta in Qingdao, Beach Resort Phuket, and is supported by we are looking forward to help Ian Club member 16-year-old Akapoj Kankeaw China last year. the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Sports getting Mamba ready and to join another (Tik), winner of the Optimist and Topper “We’re very excited to have had such a Authority of Thailand and the Yacht Racing great sailing event in Phuket!” classes at the 2011 and 2012 Phuket King’s great response for the inaugural Junior Association of Thailand. – Phuket Gazette Cup Regattas, respectively. Phuket Raceweek, and to have received – Phuket Gazette The fleet for Junior Phuket Raceweek valuable support from the Ao Chalong Yacht For more information, visit: facebook.com/ includes a lot of young sailing talent racing Club and Phuket Youth Sailing Club. We’re If anyone wants to support and help out on the LadiesSailingPhuket in two classes: Optimist and Toppers. The sure the youngsters will have a great day, please contact the organizers through the youngsters range from eight to 18 years of regatta and we hope to build on the inaugu- website, juniorphuketraceweek.com. Thais offered B1mn per goal

FINDING the net against a of Barca, wanted to give the home they will run all day. world-class team like Barcelona is players an added incentive. “Every player is desperate to get no doubt priceless for many play- “We have a special surprise for a call-up for this match. In the past ers, but ThaiBev has put a value on the Thailand team today, before it has cost a lot of money just to it by offering one million baht for they face a squad many fans bring one Barca player over here, each goal scored by Thailand against believe may as well be from outer but, this time it’s the whole team. the Spanish giants next month. space, for the way they play. We We’re even more fortunate that The “Chang Champions Cup- will give them one million baht for [Barca’s latest big signing] FC Barcelona Asian Tour 2013” each goal they score against Neymar, who just helped win the exhibition match to be held at Barca,” Sorakrit Latthitham, Confederations Cup for Brazil, will Rajamangala National Stadium, on ThaiBev’s senior marketing be visiting as well. August 7, pits the national side manager, told reporters yesterday. “I don’t know when we will get against a Barcelona side bristling Former national striker Kiatisak such an opportunity again. No doubt with world-class talent, including “Zico” Senamuang will be in the the players will feel excited come Argentine maestro Lionel Messi, home dugout for the Barca fixture the day, but we will give it our all to named the World Player of the and he confirmed that a Thai side represent the country,” said Kiatisak, Year for the last three years. he calls “the new generation” Surapol Utintu, executive direc- It should be a sure thing for would give their utmost, incentive tor for Thaibev Marketing, Barca players, who won their or no incentive. revealed the firm would make the fourth Spanish league title in five “Of course, all the lads and me most of the Barca trip with the years last term, to get their names are excited by the prospect of activities to help football develop- on the score sheet against a Thai facing such a top team as Barca. ment at the grassroots level. side languishing a lowly 138th in We will field our best possible “We’re committed to supporting the world rankings, with most team. We beat China 5-1 in a Thai football at all levels, from youth pundits predicting a heavy win for friendly recently and we want to and community all the way up to the Catalan club. prove it was not a fluke. We want the national team. We’ll offer a once- The big question is whether the to see how we fare against such in-a lifetime experience to hosts can give the home crowd strong opponents. youngsters from the ThaiBev Acad- something to cheer about – most “We will use the ‘new gen’ emy and our football club partners teams find it difficult enough to players, who mostly come from such as ChonBuri FC and Buriram take the ball off Barca, let alone the SEA Games squad and are United to attend a Barca training score a goal against them. good enough to play for the se- session for inspiration in reaching So ThaiBev, who are sponsors nior side. It’s a young team and their targets.” – The Nation 50 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013

From left: Operations Manager, Brian Finness; Hong Kong Celebrity Chef Harlan Goldstein; Shanghai Celebrity Chef Eduardo Vargas and Thanyapura President Robert Hauck. TITANS: Harlan Goldstein (left) and Eduardo Vargas will square off in a number of contests. Heavyweight chef showdown TWO of Asia’s most sizable yet celebrated the edge before I return to Hong Kong. As calorie burning potential. The contest will competition and a one-on-one water polo superstar chefs, Hong Kong based Harlan for this competition, I’m no stranger to a progress with a fat-blasting power plate ses- match in Thanyapura’s Olympic-standard Goldstein and Shanghai based Eduardo dedicated ‘chow-down’ so a ‘showdown’ sion before the Chefs head off for a private swimming pool. Vargas, will fire up their grills while should be no problem if I stay focused,” training session with Thanyapura’s head The two chefs will also enjoy meditative burning the calories and go head to head in said Chef Goldstein. Aquatics coach Randy Simon, bike training mind training at Thanyapura’s Integrative a weight loss and exercise competition, The Heavyweight Chef Showdown will with New Zealand’s leading triathlon coach Health Center (TIHC) with resident Mind which has been dubbed: “Heavyweight Chef kick off with a friendly bout of traditional Chris Pilone and physical and mental training Trainer Andrea Capellari. Showdown at Thanyapura.” Muay Thai kickboxing followed by a with 2004 gold medal-winning Olympic “I’m really looking forward to the Mind The epically-built epicureans will battle challenging session of reduced oxygen triathlon coach Hamish Carter. The chefs will Center sessions,” said Chef Goldstein. it out in friendly sporting contests at Hypoxia training to fire up the contestants then go head-to-head in a bike race, running “I’ve been pretty stressed out in Hong Thanyapura’s five international standard Kong trying to keep up with the hectic pace Sports Academies while receiving on- of the city so it will be great to spend a hand expert advice in regards to diet, few days just winding down and taking in health and lifestyle. the scenery.” “Obviously I’m passionate about food, During their stay, the chefs will be but I have had difficulty achieving a provided with a wide range of TIHC’s balance with my exercise,” explained Chef individually tailored professional health assess- Eduardo. “I’ve tried everything to shift a ment services including physiotherapy, few pounds and now its time to go to the de-stress programs, age-defying routines and professionals. I’m ready for the challenge.” more. TIHC’s non-invasive state of the art As well as pitting his fitness and commit- testing allows the world class team of ment against Chef Eduardo, the Heavyweight geneticists, doctors, sports scientists, and Chef Showdown will serve as a week long dieticians to provide recommendations for boot camp for Chef Goldstein before he heads improving mitochondrial diet, implementing back to Hong Kong for another weight lost exercise program changes and administering contest with “Demon Chef” Alvin Leung of supplements for competitive athletes which Bo Innovation and MC Kitchen. adhere to the World Anti-Doping Guidelines. “I’m delighted to be returning to Accommodation for the celebrity chefs Thailand for the contest, hopefully a will be provided by the Thanyapura Sports week’s professional training can give me The chefs wearing their specially designed tops. Photos: Thanyapura Hotel. – Phuket Gazette Village, Laguna win T20 season opener THE Outrigger T20 league kicked middle to bring the innings home. Laguna in the JLL Hotels league off at the Alan Cooke Ground on The hard-to-beat total of 176 runs final. After winning the toss, July 7 with an action-packed was aided by some wayward Patong elected to bat first hoping double header. In the first match, bowling from ICC which included to set a high-scoring total to de- The Village took on last season’s 20 wides. fend. They got off to a solid start finalists Island Cricket Club (ICC) After the break, ICC knew a with openers Mike Khan (17) and while the second match saw run-rate of more than eight runs Seemant Raju (37) putting on a 38 defending champions Laguna take per over was going to be a diffi- run partnership before Khan fell on arch rivals Patong. cult but not impossible task. in the seventh over. However, After a disappointing showing However, they got off to a shaky none of the remaining Patong bats- in the recently completed senior start, losing opener Ravi Naik (7) men managed to reach double league season, the Village team had in just the third over with the figures as they limped to post a been hard at practice, keen to score at 15. Stalwart Surender total of 100-9 from their 20 overs. prove themselves. After being put Kumar (19) and Vikram Sharma This was mainly due to an impres- into bat, all the hard work seemed (26) steadied the innings until sive bowling display from Sami to pay dividends, with the Village Kumar fell. Apart from Deepak Ullah (four wickets for eight runs), posting 176-6 from their 20 overs. Mehra (13) and A Mushtaq (10) who was well supported by the Openers Martin Foster (30) and no other ICC batsmen managed other Laguna bowlers which was The Village captain Paul Stamp scored 69 from 42 balls. Photo: PCG captain Paul Stamp (69) posted an to reach double figures and could also backed up in the field. the score on 80. Val Guiraud (10 comprising young Thai cricketing impressive 99 run partnership, only manage 122-9 in return, with When Laguna took to the not out) and Damian Clowes (nine talent. Play commences at 10:30 with Stamp particularly punishing, Diwan Mydeen and Craig Murphy crease, they got off to a quick not out) then guided the innings am and all are welcome to come smashing five sixes and five fours both claiming a treble of wickets start with openers Darren Shaw home to reach 101-4 in 16.1 along and watch Phuket’s grow- from just 42 balls. The momen- each. The Village claimed a (26) and captain Stuart Reading overs. ing cricket scene. tum slowed shortly after this, with decisive victory. (20) scoring at 10 runs an over Next Sunday on July 14, sees – Phuket Gazette ICC fighting back to claim In the afternoon session, until Reading fell with the score another double-header of T20 several more wickets cheaply Patong took on defending cham- on 44 in the fifth over. Roly Coo- cricketing action with the Village For more information please contact until Diwan Mydeen (28 not out pions Laguna, keen to redeem per (18) also looked impressive taking on Patong and ICC taking [email protected] from 14 balls) came into the themselves from their loss to until he was bowled by Raju with on the Phuket youth team mainly or visit www.phuketcricketgroup.com July 13 - 19, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 51 Big Bang neutralized

By Steven Layne midfielder Aleef Po-ji was dis- trajectory to de- missed for aggressively protesting ceive Phuket’s AN EVER-determined 10-men an initial yellow card challenge. diving keeper Adi- Phuket FC let their 2-1 lead against Despite being a man down, sak Doungsri. Yamaha League One (YL1) rivals Phuket came out of the locker The 300-strong Big Bang Chula United, slip away room on the attack, bringing on a pink-clad contin- in the final minute of added time new super-sub, the short-yet- gent on the north in a highly-charged fixture. swift, skillful and powerful bleachers, under Kick starting last Saturday Cameroonian striker, Ludovick the old score-board evening’s emotional roller coaster Takam, who netted a goal on 76 erupted into cheer, was the BBCU Pink Panther’s minutes, after only his third touch. as the visitors towering Cameroonian, Bouba What ensued can only be bench synchro- Abbo, who headed his side described as a dramatic stand-off, nously exploded out ahead from a well placed in which time was cunningly and onto the pitch cross in the third minute. burnt off by the home team, as if they had just Back and forth ex- complemented by a series of emo- won the World Cup. changes ensued to no tional Moments later, avail, “scuffles” the match’s second Eakartit Somjit is challenged for possession. but between red card was dished home players. out, with BBCU’s Salahudin Aware the first match on June 9 weather fans How- taking the fall for his team’s over- conditions forced officials to aban- would ever, energetic and borderline-belligerent don the game, with the scoreboard be ap- just celebration, highlighted by the untroubled during play so far. peased before the half when Phuket FC fans booting of Phuket players’ water Phuket FC travelled to was over, thanks to an were getting ready to go bottles. Nonthaburi Province’s Pa Kret own-goal credited to home in celebration, Phuket and BBCU subsequently district on to the large exhibition, BBCU’s Sitthi-sak deep into the third minute fell from 6th and 7th to 8th and 9th, entertainment, industrial and hous- Tarapanand. of four minutes of added respectively, of the 18-team league. ing estate just north of Bangkok, The match’s referee time, BBCU’s Veerayut With a “half-a-game” in hand, known as Muang Thong Thani, to found himself in the Jitkuntod was on target Phuket can seize back fifth place take on the Thailand Premier cross hairs of Surakul with a long range effort. from Trat if they beat second place League’s second best team, Stadium’s full fury, His brave attempt had PTT Rayong at home on July 13. Muang Thong United in a round- when in the 2nd minute just enough velocity, To be played out at Surakul Sta- of-16 Thai FA Cup match. of first half added time, Ludovick Takam spin dium, kickoff will be 5pm, and Phuket’s newest sign- scored with his and admission will be free, as only 40 For results of that match, check the ing, hot-headed Thai third touch angled minutes remains on the clock. In Gazette Sports section online. 52 PHUKET GAZETTE July 13 - 19, 2013