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Friday, October 18 – Thursday, October 24, 2019 Since 2011 / Volume IX / No. 42 20 Baht PHUKET AIRPORT AMID HUGE PAYOUT OVER NOISE > PAGE 2 NEWS PAGE 3 Governor order clears trash at CALL FOR Chalong Pier CHANGE INTERNATIONAL LIFESAVING CHIEF LIFE PAGE 11 The life of a news SPEAKS OUT ON photojournalist PHUKET LIFEGUARDS in sharp focus

International Life Saving Federation President Graham Ford AM speaks at the World Conference on Drowning Prevention in Durban, South Africa, earlier this month. Photo: Anthony Grote

Tanyaluk Sakoot explained that the role of professional sure tourists know where to swim the beaches a priority. [email protected] lifeguards encompassed more than safely was vital. “The government must make this most people appreciated. “You must have clear messages a priority, lifeguards must be on duty nternational Life Saving Federa- “For Phuket lifeguards, it is not for tourists to know where it is safe at tourist hotspots. Tourists need tion President Graham Ford AM just about sitting on the beach, they to swim. You must make sure they lifeguards,” he said plainly. SPORT PAGE 29 Ihas called for Phuket’s lifeguards have to be proactive,” he said. understand the safety messages “Governments and local authori- to be trained to international standard, “Real lifeguards, professional presented to them,” he said. ties, they need the will, they need to for more to be done to ensure tourists lifeguards, are always looking over “In aircraft flying into the country have laws in place to mandate that Phuket youth are aware of the danger of drowning the water to see what is going on. They they should have some messages for in tourist spots they have lifeguard at Phuket’s beaches and for local must scan all the time. They must tourists about where to actually swim services,” he added. footballer gets authorities to make the provision of make sure no one is in trouble – and where it is safe. I think that is a very “Then we have to ensure those national call-up trained, qualified lifeguards a priority. if any are, go rescue them. important safety message that needs lifeguards have competency and As ILS President, Mr Ford heads “Further, they need international to happen,’ he added. skill required to be an international an organisation which represents 130 lifeguard training and to be certified. Mr Ford, who last year was re- lifeguard so they can actually look countries and has 30 million lifesav- This is because they must be trained in elected for a fifth two-year term as after the beach and do the rescue. ing members worldwide. a variety of skills, including adminis- President Elected Director of Surf Lifeguards also need to continual Speaking to The Phuket News at tering CPR, among others,” he added. Life Saving Australia, pointed out retraining to maintain their skills. the World Conference on Drowning Mr Ford, who was already aware that Phuket in particular needed “And then on the ground, we need Prevention held in Durban, South of Phuket’s current lifeguard situa- the government to make having to have education for local communi- Africa, earlier this month, Mr Ford tion, also pointed out that making international-standard lifeguards on ties, particularly with our youth with... CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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[email protected] Multi-level prices begin at government News hospitals > p5 Phuket lifesaving needs on show at global event Continued from page 1 notes that the rate of drown- ...learn to swim programmes ings in Thailand is twice as and also for the community a high as the world’s average. simple thing like a CPR pro- In a report released by the gramme. A CPR programme National Institute for Child and Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana leads an official event to pay homage to King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in is not just for the water. It is Family Development (NICFD) front of Phuket Provincial Hall last year. Photo: PR Dept a simple skill that we can all in March, it was revealed that learn. It is not difficult to do,” between the years 2000 to he said. 2018, there were more than Government offices to close Mr Ford’s understanding of 22,700 drownings involving the need to cater to the safety children under 15 in Thailand, for Chulalongkorn Day of tourists is well founded. an average of 1,262 children MANY GOVERNMENT cial day, throughout Thailand His career in surf lifesaving per year or a shocking five offices will be closed this many Thais show their re- administration began at Bronte kids per day. coming Wednesday (Oct 23) spect for the great monarch by Surf Life Saving Club in Syd- At the highest point, as Thais in Phuket as else- placing wreaths and flowers ney in 1986 when he took up A drone to help lifeguards patrol large areas of beaches on drowning caused about 56% where throughout the country at Rama V Statue in their the position as Chairman of the show at the conference in South Africa. Photo: Anthony Grote of child deaths, followed by celebrate the Chulalongkorn hometown. Nippers, young surf lifesavers road accidents at 25% and Day national holiday. Most government of- aged between 5 and 14 years. province, but building up a More than 200 presenters falling from heights at 8%. Every year on October 23, fices will be closed, includ- Bronte Beach is the next drowning prevention group from 50 nations took part in The World Conference on Thai people celebrate the life ing Phuket Immigration, all beach south of world-famous by local people and making the World Conference on Drowning Prevention came and reign of King Chulalong- three District offices in Phuket Bondi Beach. public information available Drowning Prevention in South as the latest WHO estimates korn on the anniversary of his and local municipalities and Further, in honour of Mr in several local areas are also Africa. The conference has report 320,000 people dying death in 1910, the day known administration offices. Ford’s unwavering dedication crucial,” he said. brought together the world’s from drowning worldwide to Thais as Chulalongkorn Main bank branches will service to surf lifesaving, he “It is not only drowning foremost experts, researchers each year. Drowning is among Day or Piyamararaj Day. King be closed, but bank branches has also been awarded the at the beach but also it can and policy-makers in drowning the 10 leading causes of death Chulalongkorn (Rama V) is inside shopping malls will be Order of Australia (AM). happen at swimming pools in prevention, rescue, lifesaving for children and young people a much-loved king and was open as usual. Also speaking to The hotels or homes and at lakes. and water safety to exchange, in every region of the world. the fifth king of the Chakri There is no ban on the Phuket News at the World “I expect that people learn, debate and review the lat- Over half of all drowning Dynasty. sale of alcohol by law for this Conference on Drowning focus on and build up drown- est progress on preventing deaths are among those aged King Chulalongkorn is public holiday. Prevention held in South Af- ing prevention groups in their drowning. under 25 years. considered one of the greatest Officials will lead a variety rica, Justin Scarr, the chair of communities. Also people are Thailand was given clear Kings of Siam as he led several of formal activities for the the ILS Drowning Prevention being trained in drowning prominence at the confer- Chief Reporter Tanyaluk Sa- major reforms in Thailand Chulalongkorn Day holiday, Commission, pointed out prevention by Phuket Life ence following confirmation koot was selected to attend the from the Thai educational including volunteers joining the vital role of fostering a Saving which is only one in August that the country is World Conference on Drown- system, military affairs, state a campaign to help tidy up community-driven awareness in Thailand, which has the still “number one” for child ing Prevention (WCDP2019) railway to the abolition of tangles of cables from utility of surf safety. experience and skills from drowning deaths among Ase- through a Reporting Fellow- slavery in Thailand. poles along main streets. “Life-saving training is the International Life Saving an countries, and the World ship provided by the Interna- To commemorate this spe- The Phuket News important to provide in Phuket Federation,” he added. Health Organisation (WHO) tional Center for Journalists.

AoT to spend more than B980mn over noise pollution AIRPORTS OF THAILAND (AOT) 213 households was not explained. at Phuket International Airport this In addition, “Phuket AoT” has year has paid more than B9 million already bought land from three of 29 to local residents as compensation people on whose land are 82 house- for noise pollution and will spend a holds affected by noise pollution with further B976.5mn to acquire land a “NEF” reading of more than 40, Mr that is home to 82 houses where noise Thanee said. levels from passing aircraft exceed Mr Thanee said that in total a cur- residential limits. rent estimate of B976,540,369 will be Phuket International Airport Gen- spent on buying the land from all 29 eral Manager Thanee Chuangchoo landowners before the end of 2020. announced the news at an event held Phuket International Airport General An “NEF”, or Noise Exposure Fore- at Phuket Airport’s X-Terminal on Oct Manager Thanee Chuangchoo cast, is an internationally recognised 8 to mark the 31st anniversary of AoT, announced the news earlier this measurement of the noise impact arising and its precursor Airports Authority month. Photo: PR Dept from aircraft operation which factors in of Thailand, operating Phuket Airport. the duration of flyover, the peak noise Operation of Phuket International as compensation for noise pollution. level, the tonal characteristics and the Airport was transferred from the A total of 277 households have been number of aircraft movements in both Department of Commercial Aviation identified as affected by noise pollu- the daytime and at night. to the Airports Authority of Thailand tion, and compensation to occupants A reading of 40 or higher is deemed on Oct 8, 1988. of the remaining 213 households will appropriate for industrial or recreational Mr Thanee explained that this be paid before the end of the year, Mr use only. year “Phuket AoT” has already paid Thanee said. NEF readings are used in airport B9,116,576 to people living in 64 house- How much compensation is to be noise pollution evaluations by the ICAO. holds in three villages near the airport paid to the occupants of the remaining The Phuket News

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 PHUKET NEWS 3 Patong carnival to host Chalong Pier garbage Cosplay Beach Run A “PATONG COSPLAY Beach Run” will be held as cleared by Gov order one of the highlights of this year’s Phuket Carnival, Patong The Phuket News Mayor Chalermluck Kebsup [email protected] has announced. halong Municipal workers moved The carnival this year will and cleared mounds of garbage be held from Nov 1-5 under Cpiling up on along Chalong Pier the theme “Cheerful Beach on Tuesday (Oct 15) after Phuket Gover- Variety Phuket”, explained nor Phakaphong Tavipatana gave a clear Mayor Chalermluck. order for the trash to be removed from The carnival is held each the busy tourism facility immediately. year in Patong to welcome This year the carnival will be Chalong Pier is a major departure the arrival of tourism high held from Nov 1-5. Image: point for thousands of tourists boarding season. This year marks the Patong Municipality day-trips to nearby islands each day. 33rd edition of the annual Although located within the Chalong festivities. B450. Entry to the “VIP” Municipality area, Chalong Pier is operated On Nov 1 will be the open- category costs B1,000. by the Phuket Provincial Administration ing ceremony attended by To enter the event, par- Organisation (PPAO, or OrBorJor), which many of Phuket’s key officials ticipants must register before collects fees from all operators using the as well as the traditional parade Oct 27. For more information pier for garbage collection and maintenance. The piles of garbage along Chalong Pier were cleared by Chalong Municipality and many live music and dance about the Cosplay Beach Run, Governor Phakaphong ordered Muang workers in just two hours. Photo: PR Dept performances live on stage, visit the Facebook event page Phuket District Chief Wikrom Jaktee to Mayor Chalermluck said. or call Khun Wandee at 089- investigate why the trash was piling up said the report. Dept office reported. On Nov 2 will be the an- 6505873. along the pier after he received a tip-off The Governor ordered Muang Phuket The PPAO has about 20 staff to look nual underwater cleanup held On Nov 4 will be a cooking informing him of the situation, reported District Chief Wikrom to take urgent action after Chalong Pier, including garbage in the waters off Patong Beach, demonstration by chefs from the Phuket office of the Public Relations to inspect the pier and to order Chalong collectors. “But some positions are paid usually joined by many of restaurants recommended in Department. Municipality to dispatch workers to clear low salaries – about B9,000 a month – Phuket’s leading dive tour the Michelin Guide Thailand. The piles of garbage, reeking of rotting the mess up, the report added. which has resulted in people leaving their operators, as well as activities On Nov 5, will be a photo waste, were in open sight to thousands of Chalong Mayor Samran Jindaphol jobs, including garbage collectors,” the including making fashion ac- exhibition under the theme tourists boarding and disembarking tour acted quickly, ordering officers from report said. cessories from marine trash. “Patong where I love”. boats using the pier. the Chalong Municipality Public Health The PPAO will now collect the trash The Patong Cosplay Beach As usual, food and drinks The PPAO usually collects the garbage and Environment Division to remove the from 5-6am every day, including public Run 2019 will be held on Nov will be sold along the beach from along the pier between 4-5am each trash. All of the trash was removed within holidays, the PR Dept noted. 3, Mayor Chalermluck noted. for the duration of the car- day. However, the garbage had not been two hours. In the long term, the PPAO plans to Entry to the 5km Fun Run nival, Mayor Chalermluck cleared for three days as the PPAO garbage Officials at the PPAO have now had buy some more garbage trucks to serve costs B400 while entry to the added. truck for Chalong Pier had broken down, a meeting about the issue, the Phuket PR the pier, the agency said. 10km Mini Marathon costs The Phuket News

Indian tourist killed, another injured in motorbike accident AN INDIAN WOMAN died and her male com- panion was injured in a motorbike accident on the coastal road at the northern end of Kalim Bay, north of Patong, last Wednesday night (Oct 9). Lt Col Somnuek Dam- kaew of the Kamala Police was called to the scene, on a curve along the Patong- Kamala Rd, at 8:20pm. When police arrived, two injured Indian tourists were still pinned under a The accident occurred on the wet slippery coastal road black Phuket-registered at the northern end of Kalim Bay. Photo: Kamala Police Chevrolet Captiva stopped on the northbound side of tourists from under the car time, and Mr Mishra lost road, Col Somnuek noted and rushed them to Patong control of the motorbike on in his report. Hospital. However, Ms Pali- the slippery road, sending The driver of the Chev- wal was pronounced dead the two tourist sliding across rolet, 23-year-old Phuket na- on arrival. the road into the path of the tive Worachat Thapachetri, Col Somnuek reported oncoming car. was waiting at the scene. that police were told by Col Somnuek’s report Col Somnuek identi- witnesses at the scene that made no mention of whether fied the Indian tourists as Mr Mishra was driving the the tourists were wearing Nitish Mishra, 27, from motorbike with Ms Paliwal helmets, or of the extent of Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, riding as passenger from Mr Mishra’s injuries. and Ms Pragya Paliwal, Kamala Beach. The two The report also made 29, Chhatarpur, Madhya were travelling southbound no mention of whether any Pradesh. to the hotel where they were charges would be pressed Rescue workers soon staying in Patong. over the accident. arrived and recovered both It was raining at the Eakkapop Thongtub thephuketnews @thephuketnews 4 PHUKET NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019

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Fatal asthma attack suspected in crash A FATAL SEIZURE- inducing asthma attack is believed to have killed a man whose pickup truck SALES REPRESENTATIVE ran off Thepkrasattri Rd in Thalang early Tuesday Kanokwan (Meo) Rungseang 088 754 1371 morning (Oct 15), Thalang [email protected] Police have reported. Police believe that Thalang Police Deputy Pichet Santipongpaiboon Chief Lt Col Phichai Phu- suffered a fatal asthma pommin was notified at attack while driving. 4am that a pickup truck had run off the road near on the central reservation the Toyota Next Center on and then veering off the Thepkrasattri Rd just north road,” he said. of the intersection with The man had received Route 4031, which leads to emergency treatment for Nai Yang and the airport. a severe asthma attack at At the scene, police and Thalang Hospital at about rescue workers found a 8pm Monday night (Oct 14), Phuket-registered Isuzu Col Phichai noted. pickup truck with 40-year- A test found no traces of old Pichet Santipongpai- alcohol in the man’s blood, boon, originally from Na- Col Phichai added. khon Ratchasima, dead in Mr Pichet Santipongpai- the driver’s seat. boon’s body was being held Police believe that the at Thalang Hospital while man suffered a fatal epi- police attempt to contact the leptic asthma attack while man’s relatives in Nakhon driving southward from his Ratchasima, Col Phichai home to Thalang Hospital, noted in his report. Lt Col Phichai reported. “It appears the man had “The attack caused him no relatives in Phuket,” he to lose control of the car, added. first hitting a traffic sign Eakkapop Thongtub

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 PHUKET NEWS 5 Multi-tier hospital prices begin New law allows state hospitals to charge foreigners different rates

Tanyaluk Sakoot Ministry of Public Health Per- ments in English, but we have [email protected] manent Secretary for approval staff available who can explain to start charging the proposed the details to foreigners,” he he multi-tier prices for maximum rate. added. government hospitals Under the new regulation, PPHO Chief Thanit ex- Tto charge foreigners the maximum rates must be plained that the purpose of the higher fees are now in effect posted for the public to see, regulation was to set standard in Phuket, the Chief of the Chief Thanit added. prices for services at all gov- Phuket Provincial Health Of- “Right now the directors ernment hospitals. fice (PPHO) has confirmed. of the government hospitals in “This law focuses on for- “The new pricing regula- Phuket are looking for ways to eigners who do not have any tion came into effect on Sept show the pricing information in health and accident insurance. 29 at all three government a public area at the hospitals,” Even though the rates might be hospitals in Phuket – Vachira, he said. different (for different groups Thalang and Patong,” PPHO Vachira Phuket Hospital of people), the prices are now Chief Thanit Sermkaew told People wait at the dispensary at Vachira Phuket Director Dr Chalermpong regulated by the government, so The Phuket News. Hospital in Phuket Town. Photo; Tanyaluk Sakoot Sukontapol explained that foreigners do not need to worry “They can now charge his staff are looking for an about being overcharged,” different fees for the three empowered to charge different (M), Religion (R), Research arrival, visa exemption, sport appropriate place to let people he said. groups of foreigners – migrant rates for Thais and foreign and Science (RS) and Expert and transit visas, captains at the hospital know about the “The prices charged by gov- labourers (from Laos, Myan- nationals, with foreigners clas- (EX), referring to the practice and crews, and all foreigners news rates and where to find ernment hospitals are certainly mar, Cambodia and Vietnam), sified into three groups. of skilled craftsmen or experts, staying in the country on Non- the full list. cheaper than those charged by foreigners staying on non- Group 1 comprises My- as well as Education (ED), Immigrant O visas. “We don’t have a notice in private hospitals. Government immigrant visas, and tourists,” anmar, Laos, Cambodia and including for the purpose of PPHO Chief Thanit ex- our public area yet. Right now hospitals will not overcharge he added. Vietnam nationals as well as observation and training. plained that government hos- we just have a link to the regu- for their services. The new rates were initially stateless migrant workers and Also included in Group 2 pitals can now charge different lation on our [website] home “If people want to check issued in a Ministry of Public migrants permitted to enter are foreigners staying in the rates for the different groups of page. We are finding extra the prices, they can ask hos- Health regulation in June, and and work in Thailand under country on non-immigrant foreigners, but are not permit- ways to share this information pital staff and the cashier. were publicly published in the a special bilateral agreement. visas for investment promotion, ted to charge more than the to the public,” he said. If you believe that you have Government Gazette in August. Group 2 comprises foreign- namely Investment Through “ceiling” prices for the services “Meanwhile, people can been overcharged, first file a The new regulation lists the ers legally working or study- BOI (IB visa), Investment listed in the regulation. ask about prices at any time complaint with the director of maximum prices to be charged ing in Thailand, specifically Through Ministry (IM visa) For services not listed in at the cashier. We don’t mind that hospital. If the problem is for standard medical services those who have been granted and the Smart visa programme. the regulation, each hospital explaining this information ignored, then you can report it and stipulates that government a host of non-immigrant visas, Group 3 comprises all tour- must first set its own price and to patients. to the Phuket Provincial Health hospitals are now individually namely Business (B), Media ists, visitors staying on visa on then apply to the Office of the “We don’t have any docu- Office,” Chief Thanit said.

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The Phuket News @thephuketnews [email protected] EDITORIAL TOP 10 STORIES ON thephuketnews.com Failing to take out the trash Emergency services on standby as weather warn- ow angry should tour Chalong Pier when it officially tax of 1% of rates charged of 1 ing issued boat operators using opened in 2001. We could have every room on the island rented CONTACT US Chalong Pier be after guessed it might have been out to tourists. That tax was Woman building owner loses H temper as masturbating this week’s debacle that saw about the money, especially introduced on the condition [email protected] 076 612 550 2 cable thief caught Phuket Governor Phakaphong after a private operator had that the PPAO funds the provi- Tavipatana having to give a di- its concession to operate the sion of lifeguards at Phuket’s Indian tourist killed, another rect order for council workers pier revoked after allegations key tourism beaches. But that injured in Phuket motorbike PURIYA BEAVAN 3 accident Editor to collect all the garbage that of overcharging boat owners responsibility no longer rests was piling up along the pier? B2,000 a month instead of with the PPAO. It was removed Arrival, departure slots: Use Collecting garbage is about B100 overnight for mooring from their clutches by former them or lose them, Phuket 4 airport chief warns airlines CHRIS HUSTED as simple as a function gets for fees – if receiving a receipt Governor Norraphat Plodthong Executive Editor a local administration, and yet wasn’t an issue. in his final order to “resolve” Phuket Opinion: Making 084 307 7408 waves, making money [email protected] so many in Phuket fail to be Yet even when the pier the lifeguard crisis as the PPAO 5 able to do it. With Chalong opened, the PPAO President had repeatedly failed to do Immigration to enforce man- Fifteen years working in news and Pier, it is not even a local at the time, Wisut Santikun, so. And now we have no idea datory health insurance for covering local issues and events 6 in Phuket, with 18-month hiatus administration entrusted with pointed out that the annual where the B20mn a year that one-year O-A stays spent working for the Brunei Times on Borneo. From Queensland, this – it is the Phuket Provincial cost of running the pier was ex- was spent on lifeguards goes. Cabinet OKs new perks for Australia; 10 years living in the UK Administration Organisation pected to be about B3 million, Apparently it all just disap- tourism before moving to Phuket in 2000. 7 (PPAO, or OrBorJor), the while revenue was expected pears into the PPAO’s annual Degree in business management. Four-metre king cobra Spare time spent sailing or with family. administration technically to be about B4mn. Part of the budgeting, which is seemingly wrestled from sewer in Krabi responsible for overseeing key million-baht surplus was to be not enough to ensure garbage is 8 local government operations used for renovation of the pier. collected at a key Phuket tour- Patong Cosplay Beach Run to highlight Phuket Carnival AMY BRYANT across the island where local With that much surplus ism facility where thousands 9 Lifestyle Editor administrations are unable to even at the outset, it begs of tourists each day get to see Man shot at Phuket rubber [email protected] or do not have the resources the question: where does the firsthand exactly how good the 10 plantation to perform their duties. money go? PPAO is at carrying out one of Former freelance writer and editor for Visit thephuketnews.com a music news and reviews website in Keep in mind that the PPAO Also let’s remember that the most basic local government the UK. 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thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 THAILAND NEWS 7 Families given wrong corpses Dead body mix-up cleared up just in time, hospital apologises mistake. They failed to open were told all verification pro- BURI RAM the white cloth wrapping the cesses had been completed Bangkok Post bodies for the family members for the release, he recalled. of Um and Lamom to verify After realising the mistake, etter check the body when they came to sign the Dr Rakkiat said the hospital wrapped in white documents for the bodies’ hastily contacted the rescue Bclothes before hold- release from the hospital. unit to swap the bodies. ing a religious ceremony. They later put the corpses in Hospital director Somchai The family and friends coffins and sent them out of Assawasudsakorn offered an of Um Taoteethong were the hospital. apology for what happened. perplexed last Thursday night The mistake was not dis- The hospital will rehearse the (Oct 10) when they saw an covered until Lamom’s body correct procedures with staff ambulance rushing to the reached Wat Palad Pook. The to prevent the same mistake chanting ceremony for the undertakers at the temple from happening again, Dr 47-year-old at her house at opened the wrapped cloth Somchai added. Ban Non Malai in Khu Muang to prepare a bathing rite for Mr Phisit and Mr Sakda district. Lamom – and realised that blamed the staff at the hospital Volunteers from the rescue the body was not hers. morgue for the error, and both unit of the tambon Wang Nuea Phisit Insamran, a son suggested that the hospital Administration Organisation of Lamom, then called the place name tags on all bodies. emerged from the ambulance Sakda Taoteethong holds a picture of his hospital to request the cor- Suwit Seetha, a nephew of with some unexpected news: late sister, Um, after he almost cremated rect body. Um, said he had a hunch that the body lying in the coffin the wrong body. Photo: Bangkok Post “I am lucky,” Mr Phisit something was wrong during was not Um – and they had said on Saturday (Oct 12). the chanting ceremony for his come to deliver the real one. swap the bodies,” said Sakda Buri Ram Hospital in Muang morgue. Staff then cleaned “Had the undertakers not aunt before the ambulance The family members of Taoteethong, the elder brother district. them, injected them with opened the cloth wrapped arrived. Um and other mourners went of the dead woman. “I was Um’s real body was moved formalin and wrapped them around the body, I would have “Two big candles in front to the ambulance to check, shocked. I opened the coffin at from the ambulance to replace in sheets of white cloth in cremated a woman who was of the coffin suddenly fell and recognised Um’s body the ceremony and found that Lanom’s, which the ambulance preparation for collection by not my mother.” down, even though there lying in a casket. the body was not my sister’s.” then delivered to a chanting their families for religious Mr Phisit said that he had was no wind blowing in,” he “The ambulance of the The body at the house ceremony at Wat Palad Pook ceremonies. been contacted by the hospital recalled. tambon Wang Nuea Admin- turned out to be Lamom In- in Ban Dan. Deputy hospital director on Thursday to pick up his The two families finally istration Organisation came samran, 75, a resident of Ban Um and Lamom both died Rakkiat Prasongdee explained mother’s body. When he and cremated their loved ones to the house around 7pm and Alang in Ban Dan district, on Thursday, and their bodies on Sunday (Oct 13) that his other family members arrived – their real loved ones – on told me that they wanted to who died on the same day at were moved to the hospital staff had made a careless at the hospital morgue, they Saturday.

Lottery gamble fails to pay off for drug gang higher rate than the value of CHIANG MAI the prize. He purchased one prize- POLICE IN CHIANG MAI winning ticket worth B30 on Tuesday (Oct 15) arrested million for B35 million, and two suspects wanted for al- made similar purchases three leged drug smuggling and A Chiang Mai man alleg- to four times. money laundering by pur- edly used lottery tickets to He also bought properties, chasing top lottery prizes at launder money from a drug and traded in fighting cocks, inflated rates. gang. Photo: Bangkok Post all funded by the money sup- Suphap Saeleng, 33, and plied by the same gang, he Wirat Rotchanakhirisanti, same district. said. 20, were arrested at a house Police said Mr Suphap The two suspects were in tambon Nameng in San confessed to handling money- among a group of eight who Sai district. laundering activities for a were wanted by police in con- Police also confiscated drug smuggling ring. One of nection with a crackdown last assets including a house his methods was to purchase year in Chiang Rai province. worth B10 million in the winning lottery tickets at a Bangkok Post

@thephuketnews 8 THAILAND NEWS THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 Reporting the danger zones Volunteers shed light on harassment hot spots in Thai capital With this campaign, Varaporn BANGKOK said they’re trying to get the public Bangkok Post involved as much as possible, adding that the state doesn’t have enough ongluck Chao got the shock manpower to deal with the issue. of her life when her daugh- For the campaign’s pilot run, Safe Nter made a frantic phone Cities brought its group of volunteers call saying she was molested. At through the Ruamrudee community that time, her daughter was just 12 and on the skywalk that connects years old. Lumpini and Benjakitti parks. They It was 3pm. Her daughter was all had their phones out, ready to walking home from school, taking identify and snap unsafe spots along her usual route – an empty walkway the way. alongside a Bangkok canal. A man Sonthaya Piangpol, former head was walking from the other direc- of the Ruamrudee community, was tion, and when they crossed paths, there to guide volunteers through he began to put his hand on the front his neighbourhood. He shared with part of her body. The young girl the group how there have been many resisted, hitting him with her bag. incidents reported around the area. Fortunately, she got away. Volunteers inspect different areas around “We only have a few surveillance “When I returned home, my the neighbourhood. Photo: Bangkok Post cameras around here. And the ones daughter was frightened. She held me that are installed, we don’t even tight. Then, she asked me to take her of a similar crime against a 10-year- organisations, recently launched the photos and report locations of unsafe know if they work,” Sonthaya said, to the police, saying she didn’t want old child in another province. He is First Pin campaign to acquire public spots around Thailand through the pointing around as we walked along. her friends to experience it. And if the now in jail. help in identifying unsafe areas on account’s chatbot, where data will While it was a good initiative, bad guy is still around, my daughter Nongluck’s daughter is not the our streets. be collected and passed on to the Sonthaya said he hopes this is just was afraid he’d come back. If we tell first victim of street harassment, They asked the public to pueak – relevant authorities for improvement. the beginning. the police, maybe they can lock him nor is she the last. ActionAid, an colloquially, to “butt in”, or to keep “Harassment comes in many “We need to know the people up,” said Nongluck to a room of 50 international NGO against poverty an eye out for one another and to forms: ogling, touching, catcalling, who are mistreating our daughters. volunteers who recently gathered to and injustice, has found that 86% of step in when they witness sexual stalking, showing one’s genitals,” Sometimes, it’s not just molesting, make streets safer as part of the Safe women in Thailand have experienced harassment. said Varaporn Chamsanit, from too, but rape. We need to increase Cities for Women initiative. street harassment. The First Pin campaign utilised the Women Wellbeing programme. their punishment to scare the bad Eventually, the police were able In an attempt to make city streets crowdsourcing through the official “These incidents make people guys away. If we do nothing, then to apprehend the perpetrator, and it safer, the Safe Cities for Women account Traffy Fondue on Line. Us- paranoid and feel unsafe in their women will continue to be unsafe,” was found out that he has a record network, made up of at least 10 ing #teampueak, people can send own cities.” he said.

Large king cobra wrestled in Krabi KRABI

A FEISTY FOUR-METRE (13-foot) king cobra was pulled from a sewer in Krabi province in an hour-long operation, a rescue founda- tion said Tuesday (Oct 15), describing the reptile as one of the largest they had ever captured. Footage of the daring A Krabi Pitakpracha Foundation snake handler holds capture showed a man chas- the four-metre (13-foot) king cobra he pulled from a ing the cobra – the world’s sewer. Photo: AFP longest venomous snake – into a dark and cramped the third-largest they had drainage pipe. found. The cobra splashed It was later released into around in water and tried the wild. to slither back into the pipe Thailand is teeming with but was pulled out by the reptiles, and several species tail after multiple attempts. of cobra are native to the A security guard on the country. housing estate where it was References to the deadly A rescuer caught the snake found first alerted the rescue snake fill folklore. as it tried to flee into a group on Sunday (Oct 13). The main international drainage pipe. Photo: AFP “Seven rescue workers, airport was built on an area including me, went there,” that used to be called “Co- to get rid of the reptiles said Kritkamon Kanghae, bra’s Swamp”. because they help to control 26, adding that the estate Snakes have increas- a rat population that could was built on a plot that was ingly become a headache otherwise threaten crops once jungle. for residents in Bangkok, and food stocks. Kritkamon said the where the fire department is King cobras, however, snake was more than four sent out to respond to calls mainly feed on other snakes metres long, weighed 15 from alarmed residents. – particularly the rat snake. kilos (33 pounds) and was Authorities are reluctant AFP

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 BUSINESS NEWS 9 Use them or lose them Phuket airport chief warns airlines over unused arrival, departure slots TRANSPORT

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irlines have been warned to make use of their dedicated Aarrival and departure slots at Phuket International Airport or face having them reallocated to potential competitors. Phuket International Airport Gen- eral Manager Thanee Chuangchoo announced the news last week during an event held to mark the 31st anniversary of Airports of Thailand (AoT), and its precursor Airports Authority of Thailand, operating Phuket Airport. Mr Thanee explained that Trans- port Minister Thaworn Senneam had Airlines not using their allotted arrival-departure slots stand to lose them. Photo: AoT ordered the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) and Airports “Slots where operators are no “They stopped operating flights Airlines from India, Siberia of Thailand (AoT) to review the longer operating flights will be re- here and did not file for cancellation and Europe that have already filed dedicated arrival-departure slots claimed, and those airlines will be of their dedicated slot,” he said. requests for arrival-departure slots at all airports to make room for subjected to penalties as well,” Mr Airlines that have ceased using will be considered and allocated slots new airlines. Thanee announced earlier this week, their dedicated slots but wanted to where possible, he said. Mr Taworn conducted an inspec- reported ManagerOnline. keep them for future flights could Mr Thanee pointed out that time tion of Phuket Airport late last month, Mr Thanee pointed out that many file a request with the CAAT, Mr was running out for the slots to be during which he noted that among operators were no longer using their Thanee explained. allocated. the problems that needed address- dedicated arrival-departure slots. As Reclaiming unused slots will be “From Oct 27, Phuket airport ing was that “Phuket Airport needs an example, he explained that one beneficial for the island’s tourism will start operating according to its Phuket International Airport to increase the frequency of hourly airline had discontinued flights after industry and economy by making tourism high season schedule, and General Manager Thanee flights to accommodate the increase the Phoenix tour boat disaster last room for new airlines to start flights we are looking to help bring more Chuangchoo announced the in the number of flights and tourists”. year that killed 37 Chinese tourists. to Phuket, he added. tourists to Phuket,” he said. news last week. Photo: PR Dept

Cabinet OKs new tourism stimulus TOURISM

THE ECONOMIC CABINET LAST FRI- day (Oct 11) approved a new round of tourism measures, aiming for the number of foreign visitors to reach 39.8 million and generate B2.04 trillion this year. Kobsak Pootrakool, Deputy Secretary- Tourists visit Erawan Shrine General to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in Bangkok. Photo: AFP / file for Political Affairs, said the new tourism stimu- lus measures cover both short-term measures Mr Kobsak said the government will open for this year and some for 2020. They will be checkpoints with Laos and Malaysia around submitted for Cabinet approval next week. the clock during weekends and long holidays. The government also set a target to attract This measure is to last three months. 41.8 million foreign visitors and generate B2.2trn The Amazing Thailand Grand Sale is in tourism revenue next year. planned for three months – from Nov 1 to Mr Kobsak said the short-term measures January – with discounts of up to 70%, Mr include free re-entry visas for foreign tourists Kobsak said. Some 400 shops are expected to who visit neighbouring countries by land, in- participate, up from 200 last year. creased value-added tax (VAT) refund agents, The event helped raise the spending of for- more downturn VAT refund venues and VAT eign visitors to B2,800 per day per person last refunds in cash on the spot. year from normal spending of B1,250 per day. A measure to make it easier for the 150,000 For medium- and long-term measures, Mr expatriates in the country to travel nationwide Kobsak said the government aims to improve without reporting to the authorities as required the standards of accommodation and safety, as by Section 37 of the 1979 Immigration Act, well as increase the number of world heritage also known as TM30, will also be introduced. tourism spots. The rule requires foreigners who receive Yuthasak Supasorn, governor of the Tour- long-term visas to report within 24 hours to ism Authority of Thailand, said his agency and authorities when they travel to other provinces related agencies will introduce mega events to that are not their residence. lure foreign visitors and increase their spending. Expats are also required to report their These events include the Ultra-Trail, Amaz- whereabouts every 90 days to the authorities. ing Thailand Marathon Series, MotoGP and Thailand charges B2,000 for single-entry Super GT races. visas lasting three months. Concert events will include Tomorrow Companies will also be allowed to claim Land, Electric Daisy Carnival and the Ultra deductions of up to two times expenses if they Music Festival. organise seminars in the country. Bangkok Post

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Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort will open its new Similan Ballroom meetings and events centre in January. Outrigger Laguna Phuket The land and buildings tax will replace to open new MICE venue outdated taxation schemes from Jan 1, 2020. Residences with appraisal prices of Phuket and major weddings. MICE up to B50 million will be tax-exempt. Photo: The new set-up features a Pawat Laopaisarntaksin / Bangkok Post large pre-function area, a VIP OUTRIGGER LAGUNA lounge, space for 350 guests Phuket Beach Resort will theatre-style, and includes the open its new Similan Ballroom resort’s existing three meeting meetings and events centre in rooms totalling 320sqm. Panel woes delay land January. “The magnificent new Sim- The flexible options that ilan event space compliments the new facility provides are the ever-expanding range of set to transform the award- services and visitor experiences appraisal price regime winning beachfront resort offered in Laguna Phuket and version of land appraisal price, meant to prices above B50mn. Principal homes into “the complete meeting the immediate neighbourhood,” PROPERTY be in effect from 2016 to 2019, will be are defined as residences for which the venue”, said General Manager said Mr Pedroni. Bangkok Post applied next year when the land and build- owners’ names are listed on the household Tony Pedroni. “The whole area is now ing tax takes effect, Ms Wilawan said. registration. The Similan Ballroom will defined by superlative shop- he Treasury Department has The higher land appraisal price, which Ms Wilawan said farmland will be offer 640 square metres of ping, entertainment, dining pushed back implementation of is used to compute property tax, typically tax-exempt for the first three years to flexible meeting and exhibition and active lifestyle options Ta new appraisal price for land by leads to larger tax liability. comply with a measure to alleviate tax space, including a pillarless for sport, ecotourism and one year to 2021 after a hiccup in the The land and buildings tax, scheduled burden for low-income rural landowners, ballroom with six-metre high responsible event hosting.” formation of a new committee. to come into force from Jan 1, 2020, will while owners of land for other uses who ceilings with movable partition On environmental innova- The delay in enforcement of the replace the house and land tax and the are subject to higher property tax bills walls. The new venue features tion for the meetings sector, four-year land appraisal price, originally local development tax, which have drawn will be allowed to gradually phase in audio-visual technical excel- the 255-key Outrigger Laguna scheduled to start on Jan 1, 2020, will criticism for being outdated. the increase each year, rising 25% each lence with complimentary Phuket Beach Resort is very be a boon to landlords. The average For instance, land and buildings tax year over four years. high-speed WiFi throughout, proactive in the campaign new land appraisal price is 11% higher used for residences with appraisal prices For example, a landlord liable for an said a release announcing the against single-use plastics, than the previous version, said Wilawan of up to B50mn will be tax-exempt for additional tax payment of B1,000 after new venue. noted the release. “The re- Veerakun, Deputy Director-General of principal homes, while those valued the land and buildings tax is enforced The main ballroom – at sort’s green commitment the Treasury Department. at B50-75mn will be taxed at 0.03%, will be subject to a B250 incremental 448sqm – can be easily sepa- addresses the key issues of To comply with a new act on asset B75-100mn at 0.05% and B100mn or tax for the first year, B500 the second rated into three multi-purpose plastic bags, food containers, appraisal, which will take effect from above at 0.1%. year, B750 the third and B1,000 from function spaces to create six straws, capped water bottles Nov 22, a new land appraisal commit- If owners have more than one home, the fourth year. dedicated meetings rooms. and utensils. Responsible tee chaired by the finance permanent the second and subsequent residences With the tax alleviation measure, The new complex has been ‘green’ events will be central secretary must be established to enforce will be subject to 0.02% tax for those 99.96% of farmers nationwide will be designed to target the meeting to Outrigger’s MICE offering,” the new appraisal prices, but the panel with an appraisal price of up to B50mn. free from the tax burden, leaving those sector across Asia-Pacific, it added. has not been formed. Tax rates will be applied the same who own 2,700 plots of farmland subject local business gatherings in The Phuket News With the postponement, the current as for principal homes for appraisal to the tax, Ms Wilawan said.

Kata Rocks announces new General Manager HOSPITALITY

KATA ROCKS HAS AN- nounced the appointment of Gordon Aeria as its new General Manager. Mr Aeria has over 30 years of diverse Gordon Aeria, new General international hotelier experi- Manager at Kata Rocks. ence and 15 years of General Manager experience in seven ther drive the resort’s critical countries in Asia Pacific, said business requirements, with a a release announcing the ap- focus on operational efficiency pointment. and revenue management, “For three decades Gordon while delivering unique guest was single-minded in his pur- experiences, it added. suit of luxury hospitality with “With his outstanding track an impressive track record record both with international within the Accor hotel group, management companies and Shangri-La Hotels and more independent resorts, I strongly recently Dusit Thani in addi- believe that Gordon will be tion to many award-winning able to bring Kata Rocks independent hotels,” it said. Resort and Residences to Mr Aeria is passionate new heights of success,” said about enhancing guest ex- Richard Pope, CEO of Infinite periences and nurturing his Luxury and Kata Rocks. talented team. He will fur- The Phuket News

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Temples and beyond in Why the British took FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 charming Siem Reap 14 Penang, not Phuket 16

A devotee at the Phuket Vegetarian Festival. Photo: Mladen Antonov / AFP Rawai Beach seen through an aquarium. Photo: Mladen Antonov / AFP BEHIND THE LENS Life through the eyes of a news agency photojournalist

Amy Bryant to me and said, ‘Did you photograph that?’ and I said, [email protected] ‘Yes’ and he said, ‘Come with me.’ He was a Reuters journalist. The next morning, my photo was in The can spot a Mladen Antonov photograph a mile off. Guardian! I wasn’t even a photographer then. I was Whether it’s a cat in sunglasses at a pet expo in studying cinema.” Bangkok or figure skaters at the Winter Olym- There’s an element of chance in the way Mladen pics in Pyeongchang, before I hover my cursor works, too. Unlike many of his peers, Mladen isn’t over the caption, I know the man behind the lens. weighed down by kit to cover all bases for the perfect There’s just something about his work. capture. For the Vegetarian Festival, he’s carrying only Mladen has worked as a photojournalist for his trusted Nikon D5 and Z6. No extra lenses, no spare Agence France-Presse (AFP), the world’s old- battery packs or memory cards. And he doesn’t check est news agency, for almost 30 years. The agency, a shot the moment he’s taken it either. Often, the first Irenowned for bringing global stories to life through time he sees the fruits of his labour is after the event. world-class photo and videojournalism, publishes up This confidence comes, of course, from years of practice, Mladen in action. to 3,000 images a day thanks to its global network but also from his time shooting using limited rolls of of 500 photographers. Its archive of 36 million shots film, manual focus and no motor drive – precision was “That second sentence put chains on agency dates back to the very beginning of photography. Yet, key and there was little room for error. photographers. When we scrapped it, it changed the amongst all of this, Mladen’s work always stands out “I still make mistakes because of how I shoot. Big perspective of AFP and how we looked at the world. to me. So when I saw he was in town to cover the Veg- mistakes. Underexposed, shaky, out of focus. But that’s It broke the chains.”explains Mladen. “The fish photo etarian Festival, an interview was a must. how I work,” explains Mladen. “Younger photographers [above] would have been difficult to pass back then,” We meet at The Memory at the On On Hotel in are often unsure of what shots to take so they shoot a he says, leaving a heavy pause as he think of a pos- Phuket Town, just moments away from the colourful lot and then can’t choose after because they have so sible context for the photo. “Nope, I genuinely don’t chaos of the festival’s street processions. My inter- many photos. They waste a lot of time editing.” know how I would have sold it!” he laughs. est in him comes as something of a surprise, but he’s Case in point: I meet Mladen a mere half an hour Now, that same photo has been shared far and warm and gracious throughout, despite ringing ears after the procession has passed through town, and his wide online and inspired an entire column about sur- and a sore rib from a rogue firecracker. images are already uploaded, edited, captioned and realism in American magazine Wired. Photography Mladen tells me that he’s been fortunate enough with his editor. creating news. to be posted all over the world: to the Balkans dur- Mladen’s often unorthodox approach is the key to But I’m still at a loss as to exactly what it is that ing the Yugoslav Wars; to Paris, where AFP is head- his creativity, too. During his time in Paris, he made makes his work stand out. Is it that, by chance, he’s quartered; to Washington DC; to Moscow; and, most a change that sent ripples through AFP and the wider always in the right place at the right time when he recently, to Bangkok where he takes on the role of industry. He scrapped the second sentence. Perhaps shoots? Is it nearly three decades of experience? Is it chief photographer for Southeast Asia. this needs some context. As standard at the time, AFP the magic of the single-sentence caption? Well, I have Nowadays, photographers looking to land an captions described the photograph in the first sentence the man in front of me and so I ask him directly. international posting like this, which typically lasts – “A model takes to the catwalk at London Fashion “If tomorrow I’m fired, I will stop taking photos. between two and six years, are up against a world Week” – and the wider context in the second – “The I don’t have an internal need or urge to take photos of competition. But when Mladen was hired back in event has come under scrutiny for its use of fur and for I’m using the camera as a tool as you use your pen to the ’90s, times were different. And there was another promoting fast fashion”. But this process was stifling write a story. Maybe this frees me to do whatever I force at play. creativity. Editors were killing beautiful images just like, to be more strange. I’m not framed by the clichés “Chance. Most of the things in my life came by because they didn’t fit into a wider story, and photo- or principles of photography.” chance. Really,” says Mladen. “It was after the col- journalists were bending over backwards to find mean- If it’s strange that Mladen’s looking for, he’s lapse of Communism in [my home country of] Bul- ing in every image. Mladen saw his role as reporting certainly been posted to the right place, and I for one garia, and they were burning the headquarters of the the world as it is; using photography to create news can’t wait to see how he captures the quirks of this Communists. I was on the street and a reporter came rather than using news to create photography. corner of the world.

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Rehearsals have been underway for months to ensure Procession everything runs smoothly on the day. Photo: TAT for the ages Rehearsals have been underway The Phuket News [email protected] for months to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day. About 2,300 oars- he royal barge procession, men have been prepared to row the marking the conclusion of the barges that are arranged into five group- royal coronation ceremony, is ings. Rhythmic barge-rowing songs are fast approaching. But what part of this ceremonial water-borne does this auspicious event procession, which is a rare spectacle, ar- symbolise, and what can spec- ranged on special occasions only. tators expect? Six temples on both sides of the The procession, scheduled Chao Phraya River will hold a Buddhist for Thursday, October 24 at 3:30pm, chanting ceremony in honour of Their Ayutthaya period, joined by boats whose takes place at the end of Buddhist willT see His Majesty King Maha Majesties; each will begin the chanting masthead figures were elaborately Lent, with robes presented to Buddhist Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayava- ceremony when the royal barge is ap- carved into mythical animals. monks as part of the event. However, rangkun, accompanied by Queen proaching the waterfront of the temple In the past, other processions by there will be no presentation of kathin Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana, and conclude when the procession has boats served either royal functions robes in the Royal Kathin Ceremony at travel along the Chao Phraya River passed the temple. Various sites accom- or river festivals enjoyed by ordinary Wat Arun this time. in Bangkok in a flotilla of 52 ceremo- modating up to 10,700 people will be set people. In peacetime, men were called Royal processions, both by land and nial barges and boats, including four up along the river for spectators. The to take up positions on the barges and by water, exhibit the glory and great royal barges: the Suphannahong, or event will also be televised. boats in an exercise to prepare them for power of the monarch, in accordance golden swan; the Anantanakkharat, The royal barge procession can be armed conflicts with rival kingdoms. with the traditional beliefs and court or multi-headed naga; the Anekka- traced back to the Ayutthaya period The processions also provided a means traditions handed down through gen- chatphutchong, or innumerable naga more than 300 years ago. A piece of lit- of transport for the monarch during erations. This procession also marks figures; and the Narai Song Suban erature known as lilit phayuha yattra important occasions, such as the corona- the conclusion of the royal coronation King Rama IX. phetphuang, penned by Chao Phraya tion, the relocation of principal Buddha ceremony, one of the most important The procession will begin at Phrakang Hon in 1887 during the reign images from the provinces to Bangkok events for all Thai kings. Wasukri Pier and end at Wat Arun of King Chulalongkorn of the Rattana- and the reception of foreign envoys. Ratchawararam, a journey covering kosin period, mentioned the launch of The tradition was revived by the This article combines information from approximately 3.4 kilometres that will the phetphuang royal barge procession, late King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1960 the Tourism Authority of Thailand and take around 45 minutes. modelled on a similar ceremony in the after a lapse of several decades and the Bangkok Post.

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 PEOPLE 13 Captaining The Boathouse GM Eric Weber guides the iconic boutique hotel into a new era

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hen I look back on my working life, which began for real some 35-plus years ago, I have been truly for- tunate to hold a variety of both interesting and ultimately rewarding hos- pitality positions in some of Asia’s extra special destinations. WIn addition to my former inspec- tor role for the celebrated Red Guide and corporate human resources func- tions for several international chains, I also spent time as a hotel general manager. Firstly, and proudly, of a super luxe Relais Chateaux in Singa- pore and, following this, a few years posted as general manager of a couple of hotels in south China in cities I had previously never heard of and would The Boathouse: an iconic landmark property. Jimmy, Eric and Jonathan. undoubtedly struggle to find someone in our readership who would also know In fact, Eric assures me that he usu- We offer a quality product at a value for butter chicken kiev with mashed pota- where they are located. ally meets every single guest who stays money price point.” toes and a few green leaves! However, working experience in at the hotel, either on arrival, during Eric, I am confident that all your Phuket has eluded me, as has running their stay or on departure where he patrons look forward to you maintain- Chris is a former Michelin Guide In- an iconic landmark property such as seeks direct feedback to his question of ing the legacy of this important part spector who, following an international The Boathouse. “how did you enjoy your stay and what of Phuket’s heritage and experiencing career in hospitality spanning 30 years When I heard that hospitality veter- could we do better?” your revitalisation of The Boathouse. in both the Middle East and Asia, has an Eric Weber had recently taken over “Candid guest feedback is a gift And, yes, I definitely plan to call Jona- now settled in Thailand and contributes the reins of this boutique hotel, I was which not only should be treasured but than when I long for a garlic and herb a monthly column. looking forward to the opportunity of also acted on, immediately! Occasionally catching up over a coffee and croissant staff slip up, perhaps due to miscom- to seek his vision for this recently refur- munication, and when this happens, bished and relaunched Phuket gem. we must recover, apologise and rectify, For many of us, The Boathouse has ensuring our guest walks away happy. been a part of our lives since it opened Many of our staff have been at The Boat- in 1988. It is where we have celebrated house for many years, and I encourage birthdays, anniversaries and gradua- them to engage the guests at every op- tions, and I know of several residents portunity, without being a nuisance.” who have proposed during a perfectly The art of service, as Eric knows planned candlelit soirée. from the renowned Lausanne school, Designed by renowned architect, is knowing when to talk to a guest and artist and hotelier Mom Tri, it has equally when not to. been owned by – unusually for hotel An integral part of the Boathouse ex- businesses – a very small and select perience revolves around the restaurant, group of individuals and is now part presided over by Executive Chef Jona- of the Singapore group HPL and its than Bruell, ably assisted by Executive Boutique Collection division, which Sous Chef Sonthaya Nithan (Jimmy). includes such exclusive properties as Continuing Eric’s vision for tailored Casa Del Mar in Langkawi and Gili experiences, he intends to fine-tune the Lankanfushi in the Maldives. culinary experience to, where possible, Eric is Swiss, multilingual and has what the guest actually wants – be it worked in the hotel business for upwards comfort food, a treasured dish, whether of 25 years. We meet on the restaurant Western or Thai. terrace on one of those Phuket mornings Examples abound, “Guests who hav- that have earned the island its reputa- ing stayed several days seek a simple tion of being a true paradise. Latte and taste of home – a shepherd’s pie or fish croissant slathered with French butter and chips. Jonathan will engage the and looking out over spectacular ocean guests at breakfast and, with advance views, I am instantly envious! notice, deliver the requested favourite. Back to reality, I ask him, how do This also applies to Thai cuisine where you improve on The Boathouse whilst overseas visitors sometimes just want an at the same time preserving its herit- authentic Southern dish which may not age? Eric begins by telling me that the be on our menu, spice adjusted ever so changes will be small and will begin slightly! We must also embrace the din- with service. ing trends which dominate today such as “Return guests account for a large various kinds of dietary restrictions and and incredibly important part of the the move to sustainability whilst also business; however, the younger genera- being agile enough to provide diners just tion are now looking for more. They a perfectly cooked steak.” want memorable and transformational Eric continues, “Delighting both experiences that come from the heart. existing and first-time guests is a “In a property of this size with delicate balance. We must also always only 39 rooms, there exists an oppor- recognise the importance of our local tunity to create genuine experiences, community and continue to run our designed to cater specifically for each Friday lunch for both local residents guest’s wishes.” and guests who happen to be with us.

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Vibrant street scenes in the Old French Quarter. Photo: Ketil

Hundreds of serene faces adorn Angkor Thom. Photo: Gulnara Salieva Solace in Siem Reap A journey into the wonders of Cambodia MUSING IN THE MIRE

David Jacklin [email protected]

very few months or so, I get hot flushes fol- lowed by extreme agitation. I’m fairly sure it’s not male menopause. My guess is it’s the traveller’s blues. Phuket, for all its beauty, is a pressure cooker. The nagging urge to get off the island and release the valve with a few days’ travel is much better heeded to. Even more so as we’re blessed in this part of the world with myriad places and cultures to reinvig- Enter the temple of doom, dodge the arrows, orateE the senses. And this month’s cure from Grumpy Expat Syn- leap the pit of snakes, and there you’ll find drome… Siem Reap, Cambodia. Cultural stories delight at the performance venue of Bambu Stage. Photo: Gulnara Salieva the Ta Prohm gift shop. Photo: Gulnara Salieva The town of Siem Reap is nestled in the countryside of northwestern Cambodia. It’s a short-hop 90-minute The town is best known as the wielding holidaymakers. tory. It’s all very quaint. direct flight from Phuket. But in terms of its people, gateway to visit the neighbouring This was my first visit to Cam- But before you doze off in this culture and architecture it’s a world away. ruins of Angkor. A Unesco World bodia, and I profess to know little of idyllic, snoozy setting, a short stroll Heritage Site, Angkor, literally this country, other than its painful will land you in every Asian desti- meaning “city” in Sanskrit, was the recent history due to the commu- nation’s obligatory bar-laden and capital of the Khmer Empire from nist leader Pol Pot, and the mass neon nightlife backpacker haven, the 9th to 15th centuries. genocide committed by the Khmer helpfully called Pub Street. The ruined city displays a vast Rouge regime. The choice of quality restaurants network of spectacular Hindu and Little prepared me for the in- and bars across the town is diverse, Buddhist temples hidden amongst credible warmth and generosity of from local hangout and street cafes the surrounding forests and farm- the Cambodian people. to eloquent dining experiences. And land. Most notably the main temple, The first thing that hits you as the prices and level of service will Angkor Wat is said to be the world’s you enter the small town of Siem have you beaming. largest single religious monument. Reap is the pace of life. From the For those searching for a spot And boy is it impressive. It’ll bring tourist-intensive environment back of authentic cultural art to embel- out the temple-bounding Indiana home, Siem Reap is a welcome tel- lish the trip, check out the fantastic Jones in the most OCD-confined eportation into the Asia of old. performance venue of Bambu Stage. shrinking violets. The town sits on a slow and This social enterprise and collabora- Equally stunning are both An- winding river, and life ambles tion project is a welcome platform gkor Thom, with its vast gateways along around its Parisian style for performing arts in the town with and towers adorned by hundreds of tree-lined banks. daily shows, workshops with Cam- giant, serene faces carved into the This is cha cha for real. The gen- bodian puppeteers and a gathering rock, and Ta Prohm, the silk cotton tle traffic moves at a snail’s pace, space for artists and art lovers. tree and jungle-covered ruins made with its tuk-tuk and taxi drivers But after all the wonders you internationally renowned by the cheerfully going with the leisurely will experience across this town, 2001 action-adventure film Lara flow. And no extortionate meter the real jewel in the crown that is Croft: Tomb Raider. prices here. Ninety baht will com- Siem Reap is its people. My over- There’s a tome written about fortably get you from one end of the riding memory will always be the these stunning memorials to a time town to the other. They wouldn’t inherent and sincere friendliness otherwise forgotten, so I shall in- start the motor for that back home. displayed in every engagement stead move on to other experiences The architecture is a treat to with these welcoming and gentle in this delightful land. My only behold. There’s a crucible of style, Khmer locals. advice: haul yourself up for a sun- from the local markets and Chinese As soon as the blood pressure rise visit. Not only are the temples shophouses, to the grand boule- starts to rise, may I advise you take otherworldly baked in the first-light vards and opulent French influence a little trip north and reap the re- red hues, but you’ll also escape the that gives a distinct and enriched wards of this charming and seduc- stampede of a thousand camera- flavour of the town’s colonial his- tive Cambodian hideaway.

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The Phuket News [email protected]

he Melbourne Cup hosted by The Good Shepherd and Phuket Has Been Good To Us Foundation is back and is odds-on to be your favourite fundraiser this year! On this stylish, fun-filled day, guests will be treated to free-flow food and beverages, including Tbubbles, white, pink, red and more at Angsana Laguna Phuket’s Ballroom on Tuesday, November 5. Don your best racewear attire to participate in The Pavilions’ “Fash- ions on the Field” competition. Prizes Race day ready. Here come the girls. will be awarded for the Best Hat, Best Dressed Lady, Gentleman and Couple, eran Melbourne Cup enthusiasts. them for acceptance into Thai schools. Thanks to Angsana Laguna Phuket, and the table with the most stylishly The Melbourne Cup is organised by Phuket Has Been Good To Us Class Act Media, Creative Concept and dressed guests. The Good Shepherd and Phuket Has Foundation works to improve the eco- many other sponsors, this year’s Mel- At 11am, after the atmosphere has Been Good To Us Foundation as a fund- nomic opportunities and life chances of bourne Cup promises to be spectacular built, the famous thoroughbred horse raiser to benefit both charities. disadvantaged youth by funding and and we hope to see you there! race will be screened. When the last The Good Shepherd has many pro- implementing high-quality, practical horse is past the post, the dance party jects around the island that help those English language education. The foun- The event will be held on Tuesday, No- begins in earnest. For guests wishing to in need through support, counselling dation teaches English for free to over vember 5 from 9am-2pm at Angsana find amazing deals for their next holi- and education in local camps and poor 600 underprivileged Thai children in Laguna Phuket’s Ballroom. Ticket do- days, there will also be fabulous prizes villages. The Good Shepherd’s school governmental schools on the island and nations are B3,000. Be first out of the to bid on, raffles and lucky door prizes. in Phuket Town caters to over 240 stu- runs an after school programme, Coco- gate to get yours! Contact Donna Toon at With amazing food, prizes and danc- dents, while the BanYa Learning Centre nut Club, which works with 200 children [email protected] or 0812 702 ing, this will be a thrilling event for in Thalang caters to over 100 children who are orphans or whose families are 180, or Tina Hall at info@phukethas- horse racing novices as well as for vet- from Myanmar and aims to prepare unable to look after them. beengoodtous.org or 0801 439 554.

UWCT to shine light on anxiety with community screening of Angst ndieFlix, along with its non-profit The film also includes a special inter- arm the IndieFlix Foundation, in- view with Michael Phelps, a mental tends to spark a global conversation health advocate and one of the great- about anxiety through the screening est athletes of all time. In addition, the Iof its brand-new documentary Angst: documentary provides discussions with Raising Awareness Around Anxiety at mental health experts about the causes UWC Thailand International School of anxiety and its sociological effects, (UWCT) in Thalang on Wednesday, No- along with the help, resources and tools vember 6 at 7:15pm. available to address the condition. This free screening is open to any- Part of the beauty of this film is the one in Phuket and is intended to open openness of the children and young up a dialogue between local families, adults featured; for some of them, the community leaders and experts. The Angst project marks the first time they event will include a viewing of the are publicly sharing their experiences 56-minute film, followed by small group with anxiety. The producers hope that discussions led by UWCT’s Secondary this candidness and bravery will in- School Peer Support Group. spire communities to do the same. Producers Scilla Andreen and Karin Admission to the event is free with Gornick aim to start a global conver- reservation as space is limited. To sation and raise awareness around reserve a seat, visit tiny.cc/up29dz or anxiety. Through candid interviews, email [email protected] they utilise the power of film to tell The screening is appropriate for the stories of many kids and teens who viewers 10 years and older. For more discuss their anxiety and its impacts on information, and to watch the trailer, their lives and relationships, as well as visit angstmovie.com how they’ve found solutions and hope. The Phuket News

@thephuketnews 16 HISTORY THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 A tale of two islands Why Penang was colonised but Phuket was not HISTORY OF PHUKET

Colin Mackay

fter 12 years of intrigues, Captain Francis Light [of the British East India Company (EIC)] and [his friend and business partner] James Scott had two islands potentially in their hands: Phuket and Penang – and an EIC in the mood to do something to obtain a base Aon the east side of the Bay of Bengal. Light, seeing this open offer of a gift of Penang Island as a less troublesome A statue of Francis Light stands inside and less expensive way to get his colony Penang’s colonial past is evident in George Town. Photo: Vnonymous Fort Cornwallis, Penang. Photo: Jpatokal established, now changed tack and started extolling the virtues of Penang war fleet or a port of economical com- The EIC directors in India called for Success over Phuket to the EIC. He wrote to merce. In possessing Salang (Phuket) a report from one of their members, a In 1786, after many months’ wait, tell them it had an even better harbour you enter into the receipt of a certain Mr Joseph Price. He preferred Penang, a ship arrived in Calcutta with a let- than Phuket, and it was closer to the and rapidly increasing commerce on the as its harbour lay right on the route to ter from the EIC directors approving Malacca Straits. premises pointed out.” China and nearer the Malacca Straits. that “Possession is to be taken of the The two men, however, continued to Light even wrote to Madras using However, he felt Phuket would be a ports and islands offered to us by the hedge their bets by proposing that the an “economy of scale” argument, say- more viable commercial centre and King of Cudda [Keddah] and especially EIC take both ports as Scott wrote to ing that Penang could be taken and agreed with Light and Scott that the Junkceylon which is occupied by a sepa- the EIC: “In Pulao Penang you acquire held using the same ships and men same force could be used to occupy and rate people to the number of 50,000 who the best and most convenient Marine that could be used to take and defend defend both islands. Madras passed this have offered Captain Light the sover- port which the Malay coast affords Phuket and the two birds could there- dual colony scheme for the approval of eign command amongst them.” whether you consider it a retreat for a fore be killed with one stone. the main board in London. Clearly, Light’s somewhat liberal use

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The christening ceremony for Penang in 1786. British East India Company troops.

James Scott’s grave in Penang’s Protestant cemetery. Photo: Chris Nelson of statistics (Phuket’s population after villains who has raised himself by in- After freeing most of his slaves the again invaded Phuket in 1810, the vic- the first Burmese invasion was around gratitude, deceit, murder and rapine day before, Sir Francis Light died in torious Burmese general wrote a letter 8,000 at most) had worked. The reason from a low and indigent state. He wrote Penang in 1794, aged 54. He lies buried to the governor of Penang, stating that the EIC gave for taking possession of me a letter expressing great esteem and under some frangipani and raintrees in the Burmese had “found there the wife these two islands was: “Not merely for friendship to which I did not answer.” the old Protestant cemetery in George- and children of Cap­tain James Scott a the purpose of excluding the French, However, despite his obvious dis- town behind the grand Eastern and servant of your company [the EIC].” (though that is a capital object) but taste for the man, Light – still dog­gedly Oriental Hotel. “Captain Scott,” continued the gen- for the expectation of very valuable in pursuit of his objectives – was not James Scott went on to become the eral, “not being a Siamese, nor a subject commercial acquisitions and shipping above dealing with him. He wrote a richest man in Penang, with large prop- of the Siamese government, shall receive conveniences … and for extending our most private letter to this new gover- erty holdings and trading businesses. no hurt from us and is at lib­erty to come commerce amongst the eastern islands nor and offered him the same seditious He had a new family of six children and carry away his wife and children and indirectly by their means to China.” deal to make Phuket British, on terms there. One of his sons, Wil­liam, later who await him at any time he pleases.” Given that Penang was being offered similar to those Phaya Pimon and Lady became the harbourmaster and post- Unbeknownst to his abandoned willingly by the sultan of Keddah, and Chan had agreed. Light reported back master in Singapore and another, wife and children in 1810, so anx- not want­ing to damage their trade pros- to India on the new governor’s quick Robert, settled in Java. After Light’s iously awaiting their father’s return to pects with Siam by having a war over and positive response, “A few days ago death Scott made a grab for much of Phuket, James Scott had died in Pen- Phuket, the EIC directors made the de- he sent me a messenger to assure me Light’s estate from his “widow”, the ang in 1808, some 18 months earlier. cision to take Penang Island first. if I would next November send a vessel mother of his children, Martina Rozells. with some troops, he would deliver the Martina unsuccessfully fought Scott in Adapted with kind permission from Taking Penang island to the English and only required the Penang courts and lost much of her the book ‘A History of Phuket and the In late August 1786, Francis Light, sup- a small annual allowance for himself.” wealth and land. Surrounding Region’ by Colin Mackay. ported by an armed EIC frigate and a The EIC directors, however, in a James Scott appears to have simply Available from good bookshops and Am- contingent of Indian army sepoys from cautious mood, still wanted to see how aban­doned his Siamese wife and chil- azon.com. Order the softcover 2nd edition Madras, landed and raised the Union Penang fared first. Scott and Light, dren in Phuket. When the Burmese directly at: www.historyofphuket.com Jack on Penang Island, giving the Brit- now knighted as Sir Francis Light, ish their first foothold in the central continued their trade with Phuket. peninsula. A congratulatory letter soon Scott returned to Phuket regularly and came from the EIC in India, which also appar­ently started a new family there. advised Light and Scott that, due to the Light, however, never did return, being current state of the com­pany’s finances, too occupied with governing Penang. the directors felt it would be more pru- The immediate financial success dent to operate just one colony first and of Penang, just as Light and Scott had see how it fared. foretold, meant that the EIC direc- The obdurate Light and Scott, who tors in India probably felt it was more both preferred the com­mercial possibili- beneficial to keep Siam as a potential ties offered by tin-rich Phuket, refused friend and trading partner and not to to give up on their plan for also taking risk war. Light always regretted not Phuket. Scott tenaciously wrote back ob­taining Phuket, which he later admit- to Calcutta urging the EIC to continue ted he had always preferred to Penang. the plan to take Phuket, as, he claimed, He wrote rather frustratedly in his profits there “were more quickly to be memoirs: “Had he [Phaya Pimon] lived, gained and would be enough to defray I would have secured possession of the the expenses of both colonies”. island. His death, which happened in But by early 1787, the next year, December 1785, altered the certainty of conditions changed on Phuket. The success to a dubious point. His widow, new king, Rama I, had taken firm the only person of estimation, would control over the central peninsula and willingly have given up her power. Her a new Siamese superintendent gen- sons and nephews beseeched me to take eral with troops was positioned in the the govern­ment of the island. Could I south. On Phuket itself, a new gover- have had the assurance of support from nor was put in place. Despite gaining [the British] government I should have great acclaim for her leadership and embraced the offer and secured both heroism against the Burmese and her these islands.” sister Mook’s daughter being one of One of the last letters Light received the king’s concubines, Lady Chan was from Thalang was in 1793, from the son no longer as powerful on the island as of Lady Chan, who had now become the when her husband had been the gov- governor of Thalang; he wrote, “Please ernor. She wrote to Light, “At present spare a thought for Khun Munda [Lady the Chao Praya Thalang [new gover- Chan]. She has aged very much lately nor] and I are not on good terms. I am and is not in such good health as she sending Nai Phet, Nai Kaoe and Nai used to be. Mae Prang her daughter Thit Phrom to let you know the details, has died. Please send some white cloth please send a small gun of good make for ceremonial use [mourning].” for my personal use.” Light also clearly had a very low The fate of Light and Scott opinion of the new governor, who was Light, now aged 53, was also not well. probably the one referred to in the An- He suffered from recurring bouts of ma- nals of Thalang with the catchy name laria that were progressively sapping of Phaya Phetsirisiphji­chaisongkhram. his health. But he had been knighted “The present governor styled Chau and had become rich running his colo- Praya Salang is one of the greatest ny, just as he had envisaged.

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Praewa and Jason.

Nong, Kat, Michael and Sulaiya.

David, Matt and Marshall. Robert and James. BCCT BUSINESS BRIEFING AND NETWORKING EVENT DRAWS A CROWD The British Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (BCCT) hosted its Multi-Chamber Phuket Briefing and Networking event at Mom Tri’s Villa Royale on Oct 10, with a broad cross section of the island’s business community in attendance. At the briefing, John Casella and Chutinun Wannapirun of PKF Thailand spoke about updates to Thai labour law, visas and work permits. At the networking afterwards, much of the conversation continued on the controversial topics, along with some fun banter and top tasty treats.

Staff were on hand to share important information about The booth is part of Soi Dog’s wider aim to end the suffering of dogs and cats in Asia. animal rights and welfare. SOI DOG FOUNDATION MAKE PUBLIC ‘PAWS’ FOR THOUGHT AT VEG FEST The education team at Soi Dog Foundation set up shop at Jui Tui Shrine during Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival between Sept 29 and Oct 7 to raise awareness of animal rights and welfare. Staff in the activity booth taught interested members of the public about the five principles of raising and treating animals – freedom from hunger and thirst, discomfort, pain injury and disease, fear and distress – as well as top pet care tips.

Aidan, Neil and Daragh. Jason, Aidan, Yea, Steve and Umar. STANDUP ASIA DELIVERS THE LAUGHS AT MARRIOTT COMEDY NIGHT StandUp Asia put on yet another fantastic night of live comedy on Oct 1 with a stellar line-up of international talent. Comedy Masala regular host Umar Rana, Ireland’s very own Aidan Killian and legendary truth-speaker Steve Hughes all performed to a packed room at the Marriott Resort, Merlin Beach and had audiences in fits of laughter.

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Chef Tammasak ‘Noi’ Chootong. Um, Katie, Chef Noi and Tatah.

Kiranee and Kerati. Fon and Jay. SUAY RESTAURANT CELEBRATES A DECADE OF CULINARY INNOVATION To mark 10 years since the opening of Suay, owner and celebrity Chef Tammasak “Noi” Chootong threw an exclusive invitation-only “10 out of Ten” party at the Cherng Talay branch. Live music set the scene as Chef Noi and his team served up 10 new dishes, one for each year of business and each with a creative twist. The event, much like the restaurant’s namesake, was Sassy, Unique, Authentic and Yummy.

Chef Mario and his team. Ian Lancaster and Chef Mario. MEET, GREET AND EAT AT CHAÎNE DES RÔTISSEURS PHUKET DINNER The team at the Sunset Grill at Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort put on a fantastic spread at the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs dinner on Oct 11, with a menu that featured highlights of the ’70s. Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, which unites professional chefs, hoteliers, food and beverage suppliers and non-professional gastronomes, meets at carefully selected establishments year-round, with the goal of creating an exceptional gastronomic experience among friends.

MAI KHAO MARINE TURTLE FUN RUN TEAM PICK UP THE PACE Members of the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation and the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa team, including the resort’s new GM George Varughese, joined Chris Howson on Live 89.5 on Oct 11 to talk all about the upcoming Mai Khao Marine Turtle Fun Run and Half Marathon 2019 on Oct 20. The event is expected to attract over 4,000 runners and will raise vital funds to protect sea turtles that nest on and nearby Mai Khao Beach. The team came bearing gifts too. Thank you! Nok, George, Nok, Chris and Mio.

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CAN EAT selection of your favorites! Featur- ing: Roast Aussie Beef, Pork Loin and Chicken. Roasted or Mashed Potatoes. Roasted Mixed 18 Vegetables Flavored with Thyme and Garlic. 22 Yorkshire Pudding and Gravy. Enjoy Live Mu- OCT sic from 8-Late Performed by Our Famous Two OCT FRI Chefs Band! Come for the FOOD - Stay for the TUE Fun. RESERVE Your Table Now Online at bit. ly/TwoChefsReservations Check out more de- tails on our website at bit.ly/TwoChefsEvents Reservations, Karon, Kata Beach and Patong., Kata Beach 076-333-370 Karon 076-286-479 Patong 076-344-914. L’Aperitivo Italiano From 18.30 to 21.00 for Bath 490+. Free flow of Italian Sparking - red and white beverages with pass around Cicchettis (Italian Tapas). L’Opera, Laguna Road, pnesi@loperagroup. Mussels night @ Shakers com, 076 271 430/095 468 2248. 1.2kg mussels served with French fries, your choice, your style: natural, marnière, Proven- çale, garlic and cream or Thai style. Reser- vations recommended B295 P/P. shakers- [email protected] 081 891 4381. All you can eat Sunday Roast Buffet Beef, Pork and Lamb – Cauliflower, Broccoli, Peas, Carrots, fried mushrooms, grilled toma- toes – Yorkshire pudding – roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes – gravy, mushroom sauce, mint sauce. Reservations recommended. B350 P/P. [email protected] 081 891 4381. Poolside Night Market At Angsana Laguna Phuket ALL YOU CAN EAT BBQ RIBS Experience a traditional Phuket Night Market Come join us for our WEEKLY BBQ EVERY every Saturday from 17:00 – 22:00 hrs. The FRIDAY served ALL DAY & ALL NIGHT at Two Angsana night market is a bustling gathering Chefs Kata Center, Karon, Kata Beach and of vibrant food and beverage stalls comprised Patong. Indulge in All You Can Eat BBQ Pork of local vendors and hotel catered stalls, pro- Ribs, Chicken and Sides for ONLY 495 BAHT! viding a unique blend of Thai street food, BBQ Our BBQ is famous at Two Chefs! Come try us and classic dishes from the resort’s restau- ANDAMAN CATCH TUESDAY out and enjoy our mouthwatering pork ribs, fla- rants with live entertainment. Enjoy yourself in Every Tuesday our culinary team prepare a vor-bursting chicken and more! Join us for Live the natural setting of the resort gardens every 15th Turtle Fun Run 2019 special Andaman Catch menu featuring our Music from 8-Late Performed by Our Famous Saturday night. Starting from THB 150 net per The 15th Mai Khao Turtle Fun Run and Half fish of the day selection prepared in one of Two Chefs Band! Come for the FOOD - Stay item. Reservation, Angsana Laguna Phuke, Marathon 2019 will be taking place on Sunday three ways, a special seafood appetiser and for the Fun. www.twochefs.com Kata Beach [email protected], October 20th, from 4.00 am – 7.00 am, at the a sweet finish dessert. Pair your catch with 076-333-370 Karon 076-286-479 Patong 076- +66 (0) 7635 8500. Phuket Gateway. The money raised will go to- one of our sommelier selections special offers, 344-914. wards The Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation, available Tuesday only. 950* Baht. 18.30 - which is committed to protecting the marine 22.00 www.salaphuket.com Advance bookings and coastal environment. Our online registra- are recommended - 076 33 8888. *Subject to tion is available from now until September 30. 10% service charge and 7% value added tax. Call 076 338040 Email: maikhaoturtlefounda- Sala Phuket. 19 [email protected] SAT OCT 21 23 Two Chefs Reggae Night OCT Have a night of no worries on October 19, OCT WED 2019 at Two Chefs Kata beach! Let’s jam all MON night long at Two Chefs Reggae Night! Hear the Two Chefs house band play your favorite reggae hits and transport you to the Caribbe- an! Who doesn’t like that?! We also have our All You Can Eat Jamaican Inspired Mixed Grill for just THB495! Message us NOW to book your table! Live music starts from 8:30pm and goes late Reservations are highly recommend- ed. You can book on our website at WWW. High Tea@ChaoFah serves TWOCHEFS.COM or find us on Facebook at WWW.FACEBOOK/TWOCHEFSTHAILAND with free Day Pass to You may also call us directly at Two Chefs Kata fitness and pool Beach 076-333370 COME FOR THE FOOD High Tea @ChaoFah serves more than 10 op- STAY FOR THE FUN! tions of selected teas, delightful cream sand- wiches, home-made warm scones with all the XANA BAREFOOT BBQ trimmings and truly Peranakan specialties. in Experience barefoot dining with freshest sea- the surrounding décor of exquisite Sino-Portu- food from the Andaman Sea while watching a guese architecture. Every Saturday and Sun- 20 fire performance and listening music from our day from 2-5pm and special on Sunday, nice DJ. Every Monday and Thursday from 18:00 music from Annie Guzheng. Free for children OCT – 22:00 hrs at XANA Beach Club. Price THB under 12yrs with complimentary day pass to fit- SUN 1,450++ ness and swimming pool. RSVP +66 76 338 [email protected] 699. Ramada Plaza Chao Fah. +66 (0) 7635 8500.

Ribs, beats, brews - Wednesday Devour our succulent pork rib set complete Sunday Roast All Day, with sweet corn chowder, blue cheese salad, All you can eat All you can eat BBQ night moist cornbread and finished off with a bread All Night 6pm – 11pm: Beef, Pork, Chicken, Burgers, and butter pudding. DJ Q will keep the soul BBQ Ribs night Come enjoy a Traditional Sunday Roast EVE- Sausages, Prawns and Squid, Salad buffet, flowing and your toes tapping as you wash 6PM – 11PM: All you can eat BBQ Ribs served RY SUNDAY at Two Chefs Kata Center, Karon, Choice of potatoes and sauces, bread, buns down those tender ribs with a bucket of craft with salad buffet, potato salad & choice of sauc- Kata Beach and Patong. Indulge in our Tradi- and garlic bread. Reservation recommend- brews. Full Rack set 1,400 Baht, Half Rack es. Reservation recommended. 295 baht P.P. tional Sunday Roast ALL DAY & ALL NIGHT ed. B395 P/P. [email protected] set 1,100 Baht. Reservations, SALA Phuket, [email protected], 081 891 4381. for ONLY 445 Baht! Enjoy a Large ALL YOU 081 891 4381. [email protected], 076-338-888.

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INDONESIAN THE CLASSIC MIDDLE FOOD FESTIVAL The Exotic Fishing Thailand Melbourne Cup Brunch 2019 EASTERN DISH WITH GUEST CHEFS IGEDE AND PAR- Ladies and Gentleman of Phuket, The Good Bodega & Grill brings you Lamb Tagine, vi- TAMADANA FROM LE MERIDIEN BALI, 1.5 Million Baht Shepherd, Phuket Has Been Good To Us brantly flavoured with colourful spices, authen- JIMBARAN. The exotic tastes and colours of Tagged Fish Challenge Foundation and Angsana Laguna Phuket are tically prepared with peppers and couscous. thrilled to be hosting the Melbourne Cup 2019 Experience the rich traditions of the Middle Indonesian cuisine awaits! Explore regional From Nov 1st to March 1st. Test your fishing here on the island, Tuesday 5th November East’s culinary showpiece. Available daily from Balinese and Indonesian specials including skills Phuket and Catch a Monster fish and from 9 am to 2 pm. Dress code: At the Races 6:00 – 10:30 pm at Bodega & Grill Restaurant Bebek Betutu, Sate, Babi Guling, Jimbaran Monster Prize. 50 tagged fish with 50 prizes Venue: Angsana Laguna Phuket FREE FLOW THB 1,050++ per set serving for 2 persons. Seafood, and Otak Otak, coupled with live en- valued at over 1.5 Million baht. Anyone can FOOD & BEVERAGES Donation: 3,000 Baht RESERVATION, fbreservation-lagunaphuket@ tertainment and shows at these venues: BUF- enter for just 1,000 baht in addition to your daily Reserve your ticket at tina@phukethasbeen- angsana.com, 076-358500. FET DINNER AND BALINESE SHOW - 24 & fishing ticket ...... Exotic Fishing Thai- goodtous.org 26 Oct at Pakarang Restaurant. THB 1,275++ land, Phang Nga, exoticfishingthailand@gmail. Per Adult. BBQ BUFFET DINNER WITH FIRE- com, English 088 379 9377 and Thai 081 199 SHOW AND DJ MUSIC. 25 Oct at Beach BBQ. 5922. THB 1,500++ Per Adult. ‘AU SOLEIL’ BRUNCH BUFFET: BALINESE-STYLE SEAFOOD, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. 27 Oct at Beach BBQ. THB 23 850++ Per Adult. *Prices are subject to 17.7% government tax and service charge. Reserva- tion, Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort, Res- NOV [email protected], 076 SAT 370 100 ext. 5307.

World Cup Rugby 2019! 25 at Two Chefs Grow Boating Networking Come and visit Two Chefs between 20 Sep- tember until 2 November during the World Cup OCT Evening - November 2019 Rugby 2019! For only 295 Baht Two Chefs will FRI The Grow Boating Networking Evening for No- prepare a delicious deep-fried chicken burger vember 2019 will be held at the d’deck Bar, at or a beautiful chicken parmigiana for you, while the Ao Po Grand Marina on Friday the 1st of you watching the exciting World Cup Rugby November from 5pm. We are pleased to an- Games all day and night! And if you do need nounce that Yacht Shop at Yacht Haven ma- some hydration, just order an ice-cold drink for rina have agreed to be our drinks sponsor. See just 99 Baht! Book your table now at twochefs. https://www.facebook.com/YachtShopPhuket/ Great Wines of Italy com/twochefsreservations or call our branch There will be a light buffet sponsored by the @ The Nai Harn in Kata (076-333-370, opens 8am until 12am) d’deck bar and special prices on your favourite James Suckling will bring his successful event Karon (076-286-479, opens 5pm until 12am) or beverages. Come and join in the fun, everyone for a third time to Phuket’s iconic The Nai Harn Patong (076-344-914, opens 12pm until 12am. is welcome. There is no entry fee, just drop your Resort. More than 40 of the top Italian wine And of course our Houseband will entertain you business card or register at the bar. We hope to producers and winemakers of world-renowned with some amazing live music starts from 8pm see you there and if you know anyone you think estates will personally be present at the event. every day! Come for the FOOD, stay for the would be interested in coming please invite Guests will be treated to a multi-course live FUN! them along. To join our mailing list please send cooking dining experience at the casual open- an email to [email protected] air setting of Reflections rooftop terrace. For SpeakEasy Yacht Chub Grow Boating is kindly supported by our media more information and bookings, please call partner The Phuket News, Live 89.5 radio and +66 76 380 200 or [email protected] or Indian Night Phuket News TV. See www.thephuketnews. check out https://www.thenaiharn.com/dining/ Do you want to try authentic exclusively Indian com The Grow Boating Networking Evening james-suckling/ ALCOHOL MAY BE A HEALTH food? The best Indian chef in Phuket is invit- is organised by the Thai Yachting Business As- HAZARD. ing you to enjoy it on 25th of October at The sociation. Find us on Facebook at https://www. Speakeasy Yacht Club, Royal Phuket Marina! facebook.com/groups/491098897758155/ or RSVP call: 081 971 2082, Email: catherinem@ our Website https://www.thaiyachtingbusines- sassociation.com/ royalphuketmarina.com 30 Prime at Rock Salt JAN Prime at Rock Salt is the home of smoke THU and fire at Naiharn Beach. An exclusive eat- 30 2 ery, Prime offers a collection of roasted, smoked and chargrilled creations from its OCT NOV custom-designed kitchen. The al fresco din- WED SAT ing experience is completed with panoramic ocean views across Naiharn Beach. Open Daily 6.00 – 10.00pm. For more information and bookings, please call +66 76 380 200 or [email protected]

Thailand Health & Fitness Expo 2020 The inaugural Thailand Health & Fitness Expo Halloween Eve Texas from 30th January to 2nd February 2020 will Saints & Sinners at 360 Bar showcase brands and services related to the Smokehouse Saturday night Sinner or Sunday morning health, fitness and wellness industry. A four-day DAILY EVENT Make this year’s Halloween one to the re- Saint? Find out at 360 Bar this year with creepy extravaganza featuring an exhibition as well member at Firefly Pool & Restaurant. Fest on mixology concoctions, and spooky sweet and as workshops and networking events. Among UPDAT ES ON delicious Texas-style brisket, buffalo wings, savoury snacks, prizes for best dressed and scheduled events are a sportswear fashion smoked pork ribs, creole styke chicken, Hal- entertainment by resident DJ Gary. From 6 pm, show, healthy lifestyle seminars, healthy cook- loween themed desserts and much more! From entrance is costume and receive a complimen- ing workshops, group classes, dancing, DJs 6-9 pm and priced at THB 890++. Reservations tary’s creepy concoction welcome drink! Res- and live music. For more information please are advised. Reservation, Firefly Pool & Res- ervations are advised. Reservation, 360 Bar contact Munlika Boonyawong on +66 (0) 76 taurant at The Pavilions Phuket, restaurants. at The Pavilions Phuket, restaurants.phuket@ 600 225 or email [email protected] [email protected], 076 317 600. pavilionshotels.com, 076 317 600. or [email protected]

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Crossword by Myles Mellor & Sally York Across 62. Mideast title short 1. Scottish caps with 63. Shade of black 24. Jazz style round, flat top 64. Island off 25. Praise 1. “Honestly, it’s not for everyone” is the slogan of which 5. Big name in jewelry Venezuela 26. Tops American state? 8. Unusual, as of a breed 65. Skillful 27. Burgle 2. Nigeria’s royal tortoise Alagba died this month. How 12. Certain exams 66. Scottish slope 29. More competent old did the palace claim it was? 14. Smooth 67. Peter and a Wolfe 15. Asteroid 68. Joshes 30. Mauna ___ 3. How long does it take sunlight to travel to Earth? 16. Book before Nahum 69. Chicken of the ___ Observatory 4. What is the name of the heat scale that measures the 17. Observes 70. Father’s 31. Nibble spiciness of chillis? 18. Fragrant ointment sanctuaries 32. English poet 19. Balcony alternative 33. Bungle 5. Which year did Suvarnabhumi Airport officially open? 21. Dining room item Down 35. Chows down Answers below, centre 22. Attorneys’ org. 1. Archaeological find 39. Cries of surprise 23. French sea 2. Met solo 40. Bichon-___ (dog 24. Paddington 3. “Fargo” actor Bill hybrid) SUDOKU Medium 28. He became Darth 4. Southern American 41. Atlas entry Vader salad 47. Mosey 31. YMCA feature 5. Cause to be 34. Past offender counted out 48. Attention-getter 36. Gershwin opera 6. From the beginning 50. Belgian city in heroine 7. Drapers’ meas. W.W. I fighting 37. Indian megastar 8. Concrete 52. White bird Aishwarya reinforcement 53. Pipe problem 38. Dining room settings material 54. Both, as a 42. Soccer stadium 9. Saudi or Iraqi beginning cheer 10. Casino action 55. Balmy 43. Brake part 11. Salinger 56. Yawn maker Solutions to last week’s puzzles: 44. In shock dedicatee 57. Laser pointer 45. Basketball 13. Islamic division battery scoreboard nos. 14. Many a family car 46. “Way to go!” 20. Where a Wizard 58. Burned up 49. Mexican money might fear The 59. Unadulterated 50. Be my guest! Heat 60. Black in color 51. Spanish for month 21. Drawn taut 61. Be disrespectful 53. Night lights 23. Of mixed to, in a way

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5) 2006. 5) ; Answers to this week’sscale Scoville The 4) Pop Quiz: 1) Nebraska; 2) 344 years old; 3) Eight minutes, 20 seconds; seconds; 20 minutes, Eight 3) old; years 344 2) Nebraska; 1)

GOT YOUR ISLAND VIEW NUMBER 1 year on Uranus is equal to a little more than 84 years on Earth. 46.9 percent of our waking hours are spent simply daydreaming, according to a Harvard University study. 7,000 is the estimated total population of both captive and wild elephants in Thailand.

Rainbow over King’s Park. Photo by Jeffrey Ephreim. 154,965 Got an unusual or particularly beautiful picture of Phuket? Email it to [email protected] is how many Post Offices India has, the most of any country in the world. This week in history

October 18, 1963 airplane crashes. Lead singer October 23, 425 Félicette, a Parisian stray cat, Ronnie Van Zant and guitarist Valentinian III is elevated as Ro- 750 becomes the first cat launched Steve Gaines perish in the crash. man emperor at the age of six. into space. She is recovered alive His reign, which continued until after a 15-minute flight and a October 21, 1879 455, was marked by the ongoing parachute descent. Thomas Edison applies for a patent collapse of the Western Empire. million for his design for an incandescent US dollars has been donated by October 19, 2003 light bulb. His version outstrips October 24, 1947 Mother Teresa is beatified (declared earlier versions by other inventors Famed animator Walt Disney testi- the owners of Fiji Water to fund in heaven, the first step to saint- at the time. 14.5mn copies of GTA III have been sold. fies before the House Un-American climate change research. hood) by Pope John Paul II. Activities Committee, naming October 22, 2001 action-adventure video games, Disney employees he believes to Source: Uberfacts October 20, 1977 Grand Theft Auto III is released, as well as spurring controversy be communists. Rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd’s popularising a genre of open-world, around violence in video games. Source: Wikipedia

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Speedboat for Sale LIKE BRAND NEW BABY GRAND w/ DISC PLAYER 14.2 m Speedboat, named Rayao 2014 Ford Focus S white w/ black leather “Classic” Baby Grand Piano with “Disc Player”. In perfect condition. 7 years DD, is still in a good condition with interior, sunroof, full options, one owner, ac- old. Original price 428,000 THB. 170,000, Phuket Town, daryldavies9@gmail. 3 engines, four-stroke engine, Ya- cident free. LED front, black roof, 9,400km. com, 080 159 5239 maha manufacture. The boat is Ted Blenkers, Chalong Phuket kapitanted@ owned by 1 owner for 1 year (2018) gmail.com, 0899085199 with well maintenance. 4,400,000, PROPERTY WANTED Jane, [email protected], 062 842 486. Mitsubishi Mirage Allamanda 2 Bed Freehold 10/2018 Hi, Am looking for a 2 Bedroom Freehold Unit at the Allamanda in Laguna. CARS, TRUCKS FOR RENT 9 months old, 9,000km, first class insur- Budget is 8million baht. Can contact me on [email protected] ance. Like new. THB 360,000. Andy, Call Thanks in advance! 082 281 5976 ENG/098 059 8714 THAI Toyota Fortuner 2007 for sale COMPUTERS, LAPTOPS URGENT 3 Bedroom Condo Wanted 200,000 km. Two owners. Smart Looking for 3 Bed Condo/Apartment any area of Phuket for 3million Thai Baht or TRD 3.0 Good condition! Great thereabouts. Please email [email protected]. Thanks! B3,000,000, Mike deal! Call now!! 590,000 THB, Lenovo Nova Notebook 530 Nony, Kathu, Phuket, Thailand, Approx 2 months old. CPU Intel i3 - 7130V. 2.7 [email protected], (Eng/Thai) GHz Ram 8GB Storage 128G SSD Windows 10 099 2650808. 14” screen Plus pen./ headphones and carrying Willing to Sell / Rent case Cost approx 24k baht. Kevin Carter, Unit Property in Laguna? 5/ 220 The Base condo phuket 094 3146995, Willing to sell or rent your property in Laguna area? [email protected] Please contact me [email protected] +66 (081) 737 1687 (Viber, WhatsApp, Line) Raisa Sheludkina, Railand Property International., 46., Lagoon Road.,Ch Car rental @fair erngtalay.,Thalang.,Phuket 83110., raisa@rl-property. URGENT COMMUNITY prices com, 0817371687, 076324448. Low season prices Monthly from 10,000 Baht. Daily from 400 BHT. Lost dog in the Patong High Season from 12,000 monthly. All our cars are in very good conditions at - Kalim - Kathu area. House Wanted in Chalong affordable prices. From 10,000 BHT Female by the name of Lola. If you see her, 4 Bedroom House Wanted in Chalong for under 10 million baht. Please email monthly, Stig Johansson, 110/78 Moo please contact 0620611191. me at [email protected] 2 T Pa­klok A Thalang 83110 Phuket, [email protected], 0848474377. MEMBERSHIPS PERSONAL SERVICES Blue Canyon Family Membership 7 seater for rent Blue Canyon Country Club Family Membership For Sale 450,000 split transfer Tom Jones Of Philippines We have a New top-model Sienta fee 092-801-9855 Has been doing a show in different country here in 7 seater for rent. Has reverse cam- Asia like Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, era, mag wheels, leather and auto- Macau, China, Japan, Canada and here. He is now matic sliding doors. Available from Loch Palm Membership in Phuket, Thailand. For special occasion please Sept 7. Price daily or per month. Individual full membership. Price includes transfer. Jeff, [email protected] call. Jun Alvarez (AKA), junalvarez331591@gmail. 0848474377. [email protected] 086 2688061. com, 096 592 6297 / 094 947 7712.

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Full 44 sqm Condo for sale at THB 5,200,000 – Park- Lagoon 30% below market. Bank financing facilities. Dimtry, 082 030 7199. B7,100,000 ing space included – Quiet Unit – email: sale. optional. Buyer pays transfer fees. https:// [email protected] - 66937198098. bit.ly/31621Pb 30/12 Moo2 Thepkrasattri Rd, Koh-Khao, Phuket THA 83000, 0922537251, [email protected] 2 Bed Condo Bangtao PROPERTY FOR COMMUNITY Phuket Mandala Condominium - Wonderful spa- RENT Seaview land cious condo. Great location near Bangtao beach and Laguna. 184sqm with private Nai Harn Beach pool and tropical gardens. B15,900,000, 2.5 rai of superb seaview land overlooking Andy, 083 800 1888 Nai Harn bay & the Andaman Sea, ideal for deluxe villa (s) or resort. Walking distance to beach. Email development@amsasean. com Henri. Super villa for sale Super villa for sale. 4 bed, 4 bath, 450 sqm private pool villa, 500 sqm land, Heavily reduced price 14.9M. 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thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 SPORT 29 Siam Yapp takes on the world BISP Cruzeiro standout ready to take the next step well, we could easily see that he FOOTBALL could play with those guys, and he

JP Mestanza could be even better than most of [email protected] those guys,” said assistant coach Eder. nergised after a summer of The fact that Yapp’s profile is travel and high-level football, rising among scouts domestically Eit’s safe to say that BISP and abroad puts a smile on coach Cruzeiro Youth Academy standout Candido’s face, especially since Yapp Siam Yapp is almost ready for the has a full four years in the BISP next step. Cruzeiro program. The academy’s It’s been a whirlwind year for first truly home-grown player, whose the 15-year-old, having played development is a testament to the across Asia and Europe with not program’s success. just the BISP Cruzeiro team, but a “We’ve had more time to work special call-up from the Thailand towards [Yapp’s] weaknesses. I’m national team. 23 players were left, including Yapp. “[National team coaches] said Yapp credits the time spent at the proud of him moving on, because “I think Siam is playing with This was the Thailand U-15 side that in terms of the future, they want to club, playing alongside players on he’s a player that we got in a certain great potential. He’s one that we are would play in the 2019 AFF U-15 keep working with me because they the cusp of the professional ranks, level and have helped put him in a putting a lot in terms of becoming Championship in Chonburi. feel like I can grow and understand as invaluable experience that has very good position right now. This a pro player in the future. He’s got “The day after, we went straight their style of play better,” said Yapp. helped him grow in the game. achievement would not have been the attributes, he’s got everything to the competition. It was all pretty The invitation to play for Thai- Yapp followed that up with an possible without help from BISP as to become a pro,” said BISP Cru- fast,” he said. “It was a big shock, land capped an exciting summer for impressive showing for the BISP well,” said Candido. zeiro Youth Academy Head Coach it was all a new experience for me. the prodigy, which included a title- Cruzeiro U19 team – the youngest Yapp is half British, half Thai, Jonathas Candido. In terms of football, everyone there winning run with his BISP Cruzeiro player invited by coach Candido and has a European passport. Coach Yapp’s impressive play at the is amazing.” U19 squad and training stints with and Eder Diniz (Yapp was 14 at Candido said this is a big help in Nike Premier Cup in Bangkok back Teams from across Asia par- professional clubs in Portugal. the time) – at the IBERCUP U19 terms of him potentially going in May for the BISP Cruzeiro team ticipated in the tournament, with “I’ve had a busy year,” he said. tournament in Estoril, Portugal in pro sooner than later, as European was enough to earn a call from stadiums seeing 1,000 fans for The opportunity to train for early July. Yapp helped propel the nationals can sign with professional national team scouts who extended group stage matches to 5,000 fans several days at the Sporting Clube team to a silver medal finish. clubs at 16-years-old, if they choose an offer to the young left-winger. for the final. Because of his size, de Portugal (Sporting CP) Youth Behind every great player are to do so. Scouts invited 40 of the best coaches shifted Yapp to play as a Academy in Lisbon in April, re- great coaches, and BISP Cruzeiro’s For now, however, Yapp is fo- under-15 players from across the lone striker. The tactical strategy nowned for producing Ballon d’Or stable of high-level instructors have cused on improving and finishing Kingdom for a try-out camp in helped propel Thailand to the final recipients Cristiano Ronaldo and prepared Yapp well for the future. his studies at British International Chiang Mai. After two weeks, only with Malaysia, which they lost 2-1. Luis Figo, is an honour until itself. “It’s nice to see Siam play very School, Phuket.

@thephuketnews 30 SPORT THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 Silver Arrows point to title Mercedes unstoppable on march to historic sixth BOX OF the team has been central to keep- blame culture; empowering, even ing personnel not only energised when it’s difficult sometimes, when NEUTRALS but untempted by offers to join you would rather control things. rival teams, who entice to import “I think the strengths go very Michael Lamonato [email protected] expertise as much as to disrupt the deep – values that are engrained opposition. in the teams that you can’t put on he rain thundered from the The proof isn’t in the races the a power point and say now we are heavens and a gale thrashed team has dominated; the grands empowered. You need to live it in TSuzuka Circuit as Typhoon prix Mercedes haven’t won have the difficult moments, and that has Hagibis plundered Japan, but no been the most instructive. made the strengths of the team. storm could prevent Mercedes Its comprehensive defeat at the “We had many hiccups over the fulfilling its destiny. hands of Ferrari at the 2017 Monaco last years and we were always able When the cyclone cleared Mer- Grand Prix triggered substantial to collect ourselves, understand cedes was still standing, and by the soul-searching just as the sport was why we haven’t performed well and end of the weather-worn Japanese asking whether the Italian team was come back even stronger.” Grand Prix Formula One’s pre- at the dawn of a new dominant era. There are few territories left eminent team emerged with a sixth Mercedes famously embarked unventured by the all-conquering world championship and another Mercedes’ Finnish driver Valtteri Bottas takes the checkered flag to win on 10 days of 24/7 analysis to un- Mercedes team. Next season it record broken. during the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka. Photo: AFP derstand its problems and routed has the chance to take the outright The completion of the serial the competition at the following record for consecutive titles, while sextuple had been ordained from With Mercedes guaranteed the shows no such weaknesses – indeed race in Canada. star driver Lewis Hamilton is well the team’s early-season domination, individual title, the Silver Arrows it’s hard to imagine the end of the Last year the team’s poor showing on track to be a reigning six-time but anticipation makes the result will have the outright record for silver reign. in Belgium, where title contender champion in 2020 and gunning for no less remarkable – Mercedes, in consecutive team-driver champion- “If I were to sum it up, it’s the Sebastian Vettel comfortably dis- Michael Schumacher’s record of only its 10th year of team owner- ship doubles, smashing the previous people,” team boss Toto Wolff patched Lewis Hamilton, looked seven crowns. ship, had matched the benchmark record of five by that same Ferrari said. “The group of people that are like the turning point in the Ferrari And then? Will Mercedes’s for championship domination set team with Michael Schumacher in working on the project each giving driver’s campaign, but then too stranglehold on the sport ever end? by Ferrari between 1999 and 2004. 2000–04. it all, playing the best game in their Mercedes worked to understand its After six titles and almost 100 What’s more, with Valtteri Bot- Even the strongest teams tend to respective position and the strength problems and went on to win six of victories, the question isn’t whether tas and Lewis Hamilton taking the wilt after too long at the top. Per- of the pack has made us win these the remaining eight races. Mercedes is beatable; it’s whether chequered flag in one-three forma- sonnel change, enthusiasm declines championships.” “It’s about the marginal gains,” anyone is bold enough to think they tion, they had scored enough points after summiting the mountain so Wolff is quick to diffuse the Wolff added. “It’s about putting could take on the best and win. to eliminate all but themselves from many times and key drivers retire. credit, but the culture the racer- everything together and not leaving On current form, it’d be very drivers championship contention. But not so Mercedes, which turned-principal has instilled into one stone unturned; having a no bold to think indeed.

Joseph behind Japan’s Cinderella run at Cup Continued from page 30 ...“The skill levels are higher than ever before but we’ve also got those miles in the bank.” Fly-half Yu Tamura leads the World Cup with 48 points through four games, while winger Kotaro Matsushima is one of two players to have scored five tries. However, Japan’s pugnacious defence has underpinned their fairytale run, notably in repelling Scotland’s second-half charge and Japan celebrate their historic win. Photo: AFP frustrating an Ireland team who entered the tournament as the world’s top-ranked side. But Joseph’s technicolour side – 16 of Ja- Once pulverised 145-17 by New Zealand pan’s 31-man squad were born overseas – are at the World Cup, Japan have defied logic to refusing to settle for the last eight. reach the quarter-finals, with bookmakers “We’re not coming out next week to have offering odds of 50-1 against them winning a good time and lose,” warned Leitch. their pool. Their heroics have seen them climb “We’re coming to win.” to seventh in the world. AFP

thephuketnews THEPHUKETNEWS.COM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2019 SPORT 31 Liverpool one step ahead English Premier League 2019 - 2020 Team MP W D L F A GD Pts 1 Liverpool 8 8 0 0 20 6 +14 24 of rest of Premier League 2 Manchester City 8 5 1 2 27 9 +18 16 FOOTBALL 3 Arsenal 8 4 3 1 13 11 +2 15 4 Leicester City 8 4 2 2 14 7 +7 14 AFP 5 Chelsea 8 4 2 2 18 14 +4 14 iverpool chief execu- 6 Crystal Palace 8 4 2 2 8 8 0 14 tive Peter Moore says a 7 Burnley 8 3 3 2 11 9 +2 12 long-overdue Premier L 8 West Ham United 8 3 3 2 11 11 0 12 League title would sit along- side their Champions League 9 Tottenham Hotspur 8 3 2 3 14 12 +2 11 triumph as a “barometer of 10 Bournemouth 8 3 2 3 13 13 0 11 success” for the club. Jurgen Klopp’s side won a 11 Wolverhampton 8 2 4 2 11 11 0 10 sixth European Cup in June, 12 Manchester United 8 2 3 3 9 8 +1 9 less than a month after they 13 Sheffield United 8 2 3 3 7 7 0 9 were pipped by Manchester City to the league title by a 14 Brighton 8 2 3 3 8 10 -2 9 single point. 15 Aston Villa 8 2 2 4 13 12 +1 8 The league resumes on Saturday (Oct 19) with Liv- 16 Newcastle United 8 2 2 4 5 13 -8 8 erpool eight points clear of 17 Southampton 8 2 1 5 8 15 -7 7 City and favourites to win 18 Everton 8 2 1 5 6 13 -7 7 their first top-flight title for 30 years. 19 Norwich City 8 2 0 6 10 21 -11 6 “I think that is what our 20 Watford 8 0 3 5 4 20 -16 3 fans want,” Moore told the Press Association. “We were Live Sports TV Schedule so close last year, 97 points, *Times may be subject to change and in any other year we would Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold (L) vies with Leicester City's English midfielder have won it. James Maddison during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool SPORT START STOP EVENT TEAMS / INFO “But the club goes on and and Leicester City at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on October 5.Photo: AFP Friday 18th Oct I think that (a league title), for many of our fans, would Nine years ago Fenway Jurgen and the coaching staff in a statement. Rugby Union 13:30 15:30 Mitre 10 Cup Bay of Plenty v. Manawatu sit alongside our Champions Sports Group, then New Eng- but for the people of Liverpool It added that the incident Saturday 19th Oct League triumph as the ba- land Sports Ventures, com- and broader global fanbase.” constituted an “aggravated rometer of success.” pleted their £300 million ($380 breach” of FA rules. Rugby Union 13:00 15:00 Mitre 10 Cup Wellington v. Canterbury City have been the domes- million) purchase of the club. Liverpool teen banned The Snapchat video, taken Rugby Union 14:15 16:15 RWC – QF1 - Oita England v. Australia tic benchmark for their rivals, They inherited a club lan- Teenage Liverpool wing- during the Champions League with four Premier League guishing towards the foot er Harvey Elliott has been final between Liverpool and 17:15 19:15 RWC – QF2 - Tokyo New Zealand v. Ireland titles, four League Cups and of the Premier League with banned for 14 days from do- Tottenham in June, appeared Rugby Union 21:00 23:00 Gallagher Saracens v. Northampton two FA Cups since 2011, but six points from their open- mestic club football after an to show Elliott performing an Premiership Moore said Liverpool were ing seven matches during investigation into a social offensive impersonation of the Soccer 18:30 20:30 EPL Everton v, West Ham following their own path. the short-lived reign of Roy media video in which he ap- England captain. 21:00 23:00 EPL Chelsea v. Newcastle “What Liverpool had to Hodgson. peared to mock Harry Kane. He later issued an apology do was bring in a world-class “When we look at the The 16-year-old admitted on social media, saying he 21:00 23:00 EPL Tottenham v. Watford manager, which we have, health of the club, our revenues breaching Football Association was “truly sorry”. 21:00 23:00 EPL Leicester v. Burnley bring in a world-class squad, have doubled in the last five rules and must also complete a Elliott joined Liverpool which we have, play exciting years and been reinvested back face-to-face education course from Fulham in July and has 23:30 01:30 EPL Crystal Palace v. Man City football, bring in players that into the squad,” said Moore. and pay a £350 ($444) fine. already made a first-team Cricket 11:00 19:00 Test Match 3: India v. South Africa - Day 1 are going to draw crowds no “We have steadied the ship “Harvey Elliott has been appearance, playing the full Ranchi matter where they go, we’ve from some dark days nine suspended from playing in match in Liverpool’s League Sunday 20th Oct done that, build financial years ago. all domestic club football Cup clash with MK Dons last Rugby Union 14:15 16:15 RWC – QF3 - Oita Wales v. France security at the club, we’ve “We take great pride in for a period of 14 days, run- month. done that.” our business model: a self- ning up to and including 24 He became the youngest 17:15 19:15 RWC – QF4 - Tokyo Japan v. South Africa Moore said the Champi- sustaining football club. October 2019, after admitting debutant in Premier League Rugby Union 21:00 23:00 Gallagher Wasps v. London Irish ons League victory had had “He (Klopp) has built the a breach of FA Rule E3 in history when he played for Premiership a huge impact on the club, chemistry and these players relation to a video posted on Fulham against Wolves in Soccer 22:30 00:30 EPL Man United v. Liverpool lifting them back to the level are content, motivated and social media and providing a May at the age of 16 years Cricket 11:00 19:00 Test Match 3: India v. South Africa - Day 1 of “European royalty”. excited to win – not just for public apology,” the FA said and 30 days. Ranchi

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Thailand’s Teerasil Dangda (right) in action against the UAE at Thammasat Stadium. Photo: Bangkok Post

made it 2-1 early in the sec- fluential midfielder Chanathip headed the ball past Elsa in FOOTBALL ond half. Songkrasin but welcomed the 26th minute. Bangkok Post In Tuesday’s other Group back defender Theerathon As Thailand squandered G game of Asia’s qualifying Bunmathan. several scoring chances, they hailand secured one round for the 2022 World Akira Nishino’s men got off were punished in the final of the biggest wins in Cup, Vietnam won 3-1 against to a lively start and came close moments before the interval Ttheir football history Indonesia, who are still look- to opening the scoring inside by Bert van Marwijk’s men. on Tuesday night (Oct 15) ing for their first point of the the first five minutes as Teerasil Thailand’s defenders failed when they beat the United campaign. saw his shot go over the bar. to clear a Saleh Easa cross and Arab Emirates 2-1 in a World After three games, Thai- Moments later Supachok’s Ali Mabkhout’s header beat Cup qualifier. land lead Group G with seven Thai players celebrate after a 2-1 win over the United Arab shot was saved by UAE goal- Thailand goalkeeper Siwarak Teerasil Dangda gave the points and are ahead of Viet- Emirates at Thammasat Stadium on Tuesday night (Oct keeper Khalid Elsa. Tedrungnoen. home team the lead after 26 nam on goal difference. 15). Photo: Bangkok Post The War Elephants were Thailand returned strongly minutes and Ali Mabkhout The UAE, the top seeded the better side throughout the in the second half and restored equalised for the visitors in team in the group, have six and four best runners-up ad- for the Qatar World Cup. first half and deservedly went the lead in the 52nd minute the 45th minute. points and Malaysia three. vance to the continent’s 12- At Thammasat Stadium, ahead when Ekanit’s cross when Ekanit scored with a Teenager Ekanit Panya The eight group winners team final qualifying stage Thailand were without their in- perfectly found Teerasil, who beautiful volley.

Japan heroes toast ‘massive’ Jamie Joseph England’s south coast in 2015, was have a lot more responsibility and RUGBY turned into a movie in the run-up accountability for their actions,” to this year’s World Cup. said Leitch, who will lead Japan EDDIE JONES ONCE DE- However, Japan’s Brave Blossoms out against South Africa in Tokyo scribed Japan as a “joke team” have topped the “Brighton Miracle” for the quarter-final. – before the Australian lit the fuse and are busy working on a sequel that sparked an outrageous victory after finishing first in Pool A with Breaking point over the mighty Springboks at the four straight wins. If that 34-32 shock over South Africa Japan wing Kenki Fukuoka 2015 World Cup. The title has been used already, four years ago was a textbook exam- scores his team’s third try Well, no one’s laughing now after but after beating Russia (30-10), ple of giant-killing, victories over against Scotland. Photo: AFP his successor, former All Black Jamie Ireland (19-12), Samoa (38-19) and Ireland in Shizuoka and Scotland Joseph, steered this year’s tourna- now Scotland – everybody’s talking in Yokohama were even more ruth- to punishing boot camps, pushing his players to avoid burnout before ment hosts to the quarter-finals for about Jamie. less in the Japanese team’s snarling them to breaking point in prepara- the World Cup, believes he has the the first time, creating history by Victory over Scotland in Yo- tenacity and cold-blooded efficiency. tion for the last World Cup. Joseph tournament’s fittest side. beating Scotland 28-21 last weekend. kohama on Sunday (Oct 13) in the “Our rugby is built on the founda- reprised that tactic in the run-up to “Over these four weeks, make biggest game in Japan’s history saw tion Eddie gave us, but this team’s the 2019 tournament as the Japan ‘Never stop running’ no mistake, Jamie Joseph’s impact Joseph emerge from the shadow of taken it another step. The standards side spent 240 days in camp this “We never stop running in training,” has been huge,” said Japan’s totemic Jones, the man who put Japanese are higher now,” said Centre Ryoto year honing their free-flowing rugby. said full-back Ryohei Yamanaka of captain Michael Leitch. rugby on the map. Nakamura. Joseph, who also carefully man- Joseph’s lung-bursting workouts. One of sport’s greatest upsets, on “With Jamie’s style the players Jones subjected the Japan players aged the Super Rugby schedules of Continued on page 30

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