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Retail 2, 170 Omokoroa Rd, Omokoroa 3172 (medical centre complex) Office: 07 548 0779 A/h: 07 552 5921 web: www.claridgesrealestate.co.nz Omokoroa Omelette 1 June 2018 Letters to the Editor... With the realigning of Omokoroa Road nearing completion, I have come back from Tauranga at night and have noted their are no street light poles installed, does this mean that most of Omokoroa Road will not have street lights, even the new roundabout near the fire station does not have lights in the middle of it as do the other 2 roundabouts. Your local printer! I also hope that the the surface of the road still has another layer to go on the road as there are so many potholes on the new section of road. What annoys me most of all is that the ratepayers Photocopying ~ Scanning are paying for this road and the condition is shocking. We are told that the road should be Business cards ~ Flyers completed by the end of June, at the time of writing this letter, it means 3 weeks to go. Brochures ~ Designing Wendy Galloway Newsletters ~ Booklets & much more!! Regarding the billboard for Omokoroa Golf Club at the top of Kayelene Place and more specifically the part ‘Cafe - All visitors welcome’. My parents visit me here in Omokora from 07 548 1583 overseas fairly regularly and eventually spotted the billboard whilst out walking. Off they 148 Prole Road went continuing on their walk looking forward to being ‘welcomed’ to the Cafe. Unfortunately Omokoroa it didn’t turn out to be very welcoming. Upon arrival they were told by a member of staff that [email protected] they would have to be signed in by a club member in order to use the cafe’s facilities. They www.omokpc.co.nz were also told that there was no club member available and so because of this they could not Facebook - @omokpc use the cafe’s facilities after all, and were basically turned away - hungry & thirsty. Perhaps the billboard could include these additional rules to save elderly walkers the disappointment upon Omokoroa Print & Copy does layout, design arrival at the cafe, when they will not after all be having their expected refreshments, and of and printing of the Omokoroa Omelette. course the unnecessary one kilometre detour. Maybe something like 'Not all visitors welcome - only ones that have pre-arranged to be signed in my a club member.' Deadline is the 10th of the month for any Regards Ian McIntosh. advertising and articles. We need as much time possible if you are wanting us to design your advert. Omokoroa Community Board Report by Murray Grainger Chairman RATES Prices excluding GST unless otherwise stated As mentioned last month, work is underway to deliver on one of the Key Actions in the 2017 Omokoroa Development Plan, namely: 35. Ensure Classifi eds: Price per 20 words: recreational use of the esplanade and domain meets the needs of a growing population. A very productive workshop with key stakeholders was held Personal: $6 (inc. GST) in May with the positives about the current situation discussed and suggestions canvassed Business: $11 (inc. GST) as to how the negatives could be addressed. A high-level scheme plan was shown and the All classifi ed ads must be prepaid feedback on this plan has been taken away to be incorporated into a more detailed plan & supplied in writing which will be presented at a public open day. The plan will be opened to anyone to give further feedback on the proposed short term actions and longer term solutions – watch for 1/18 - $49.50 the date in July 2018. As mentioned last month, money is available in the Council Long 65mm x 48mm Term Plan to implement changes agreed by the community. It has been a long haul but Omokoroa Road is nearly finished, just the last short section between the new roundabout 1/8 - $120.85 and the railway bridge to be finished and sealed. Work will then begin on the cycleway 65mm x 98mm alongside and the new park and ride are near Prole Road. There are still further coats of seal to come in the Spring. When all the machinery is gone, we will be able to plant some trees Strip - $180.50 and create a boulevard that we can be proud of as we enter and leave the peninsula. Another 55mm x 200mm long wait has been for the boardwalk sections between Cooney Reserve and Tinopai. These should be finished by the time this column arrives in your letter box. Lastly, the long wait 1/4 Page - $229.30 for the new Omokoroa cellphone tower should be over at about the time that you are reading 135mm x 97mm - Portrait only this. We trust that this will be the end of the patchy reception issues in Omokoroa. 1/3 Page - $315.20 At the June Community Board meeting, the Regional Council presented their plans for a 200mm x 90mm - Landscape much improved bus service starting on December the 10th. There will a couple of early 280mm x 65mm - Portrait commuter services and then hourly services from 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday followed by evening commuter services. The bus service will start from the ferry terminal. It will also 1/2 Page - $386.55 be possible to transfer at the Park & Ride to a Katikati service if you wish to travel in that 200mm x 139mm - Landscape only direction. Very good news for Omokoroa. Thanks, Murray Full Page - $770.30 200mm x 280mm Front page: + 30% on Ad Rate Ad Creation Available Next Community Board Material published in the Omokoroa Omelette may not necessarily refl ect the views of the Meeting 2018 editor; and the publishers accept no liability for articles submitted for publication. Material in 7pm, Tuesday 17th July, this publication is copyright. Reproduction in whole, or in part, without advance written Omokoroa Community Church Hall. permission is prohibited.

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Omokoroa Omelette 3 June 2018 Omokoroa Preschool Ohana means family - Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. Kia Ora everyone. A very warm welcome to all our families and our new families that have joined us. June is here which means winter is well on its way so don’t forget to wrap up warm and please make sure your child(ren) have warm clothes to wear at preschool. We ask that you please name your child’s clothing. Another exciting year is underway in which we will continue to promote and enhance your child’s growth and development, while learning in a warm and safe, challenging environment. The structure of our daily routines are carefully planned to encourage independence, self-confidence and group co-operation through one on one and group play. Thank you to all the mothers that turned up for our delicious morning tea which was a huge success. It was great to see everyone here, thank you so much for your continued support. My mind is like my internet browser For the month of June we are celebrating Matariki. During the day we are having a barbeque lunch Atleast 19 open tabs, 3 of theem are frozen and in the evening we are having a disco for the preschool children. You may ask, what is Matariki? and i have no clue where the music is coming from. Matariki is the Maori name for the cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades. It rises in mid-winter and for many Maori, it heralds the start of a new year. A special feature of Matariki celebrations is the flying of kites. The Over Twos children have been busy with their imagination and are creating some cool things. So this has lead to their focus on their “Imagination Station”. Einstein once said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge. Imagination is the door to possibilities for child development, it is how children learn about the world.” The teachers get to ask open-ended questions and thought-provoking questions. Early childhood is the peak time to nurture children’s imaginations so when your child comes home, ask or offer encouragement for their creativity and imagination and see where it takes you. We have have said goodbye to our Four Years; Carlos, Mason and Ethan and we wish them all the best at school. The babies side have been really busy getting into the festive season of winter and learning about Matariki and learning about New Zealand itself. Briana has made a New Zealand wall alongside the children which has included our famous All Blacks, the Kiwi bird, the ANZACs, silver ferns and our Eli and Connor driving the bus beautiful paua shells. Parents when you are dropping off your precious nga pepi please don’t forget to stop and have a look at all their hard work displayed on our walls. One huge thank you to all of our parents/families here at preschool and your continued support is greatly appreciated - we are, and always will be, one big happy family.

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Omokoroa Omelette 4 June 2018 Omokoroa Community Tennis Club Well you’ll be happy to know that the 2 new courts are now in use in daylight hours (no flood lights yet) so my name is not Grand Duke Leopold the 3rd of Bavaria! Instead of an open day anyone is welcome to turn up on a Saturday between 3 and 5 and have a go if they are thinking of taking up the noble art. Our club champs have just concluded and the results are as follows....ladies singles A champ Sureshot Simone Jenkins, ladies B champ Chantal ‘I have a fresh choice of shots’ Ling, Men’s singles A champ Aiden ‘you certainly have been’ Dunn, men’s B champ Nigel ‘spin to win’ Schwartz, ladies doubles champs Simone and ‘lucky shot’ Liz Megchelse, men’s doubles A champs Andrew ‘the beast from the’ Easton and sadly Keith ‘lucky bounce’ Bardwell, men’s doubles B champs Stevie ‘wonder’ Wall and sadly Ian ‘the reverend with the racquet’ Pittendreigh, mixed doubles A champs Unfortunately Keith LB Bardwell and Simone and mixed doubles B champs Gail ‘force 10’ Singleton and thoroughly well deserved grand duke Leopold the 3rd of Bavaria! We are currently trying to organise an evening a week of tennis fitness/ coaching for all abilities if you are interested could you please call me on 0211099668 (Jeff) non members are more than welcome. We also held our AGM / awards night at the boat club on 12th of June (many thanks to the boat club) all went well and the evening got underway with the junior awards (many thanks to bay turf for the prizes) see photo with Jackson Currie our coach. So that’s about it for this week happy tennising everyone. Jeff Warren.

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Omokoroa Omelette 6 June 2018 Omokoroa Community Policing Group Report Reports of scams involving individuals losing huge sums of money are appearing regularly in our daily papers. A recent estimate put losses to New Zealanders at around $500 million each year. Don’t be caught out by fraudsters using sophisticated or even simple approaches to protect yourself and your assets. Netsafe - offers the following tips to help protect yourself from scams: Think twice when you’re unexpectedly contacted – even if the person says they’re from a legitimate organisation like the bank or your internet provider. Don’t respond to phone calls or contact about your computer asking for remote access to fix it. No one is going to contact you out of the blue about a problem with your computer. Legitimate organisations will never ask Community Constable you for your passwords.Use good, strong passwords on online accounts– and don’t tell anyone what they are. Paul Wrigley Keep your personal information secure. Think carefully before entering your details online, or giving them to someone. If you’re using an online trading or booking website or app, don’t communicate or pay outside of the website or app. If someone offers you money or another offer, but you have to make a payment up front, ignore it. This is a common tactic of scammers. Don’t give money to people you have entered into a relationship or friendship with online. Use a good antivirus and keep your software up to date. This will help to protect your device from someone trying to access it. Be wary of unusual payment requests. Scammers try to use payments that can’t be traced such as pre-loaded debit cards, gift cards that can be used online, iTunes cards or money transfer systems. If you’re not sure if something is legitimate or genuine you can contact us for free advice seven days a week on 0508 NETSAFE or visit netsafe.org.nz For the Omokoroa Community Policing Group Committee – Glenn Whittaker Community Constable Paul Wrigley writes: Greetings all. If you’re a plumber, electrician, builder, gardener or arborist or any other trade which requires tools, this newsletter is for you. If you are not, but you own tools or have a garden shed here are some tips for you also, to ensure your tools are not stolen. Firstly, engrave your tools with your driver licence number. Police are routinely searching known burglar’s home and we find tools that are suspicious but not proven to be stolen. A simple search on an engraved licence number not only helps locate the owner, but also means we can charge the suspect with Theft immediately. Secondly, google “SNAP”, the Police-approved website for recording your valuables including serial numbers and photographs. Also review your locks on sheds, vehicle canopies, tint your van windows and car alarm systems. Losing a days productivity out of our business while you go around buying more tools can easily be worth the investment, it will reduce your insurance costs and can be accounted for as business expenses and will give you peace of mind. There are some great locking and alarm systems out there in a competitive security market. Finally, simple things like not leaving tools on building sites overnight, CCTV or security lighting on your driveway or simply parking your trade vehicle off the road all reduce the risk of theft. Tools are a hot commodity, but remember Secondhand Dealers shops are monitored by the Police, so they won’t buy tools etched with driver licence numbers that the seller can’t account for. Regards, Paul Wrigley

Omokoroa Omelette 7 June 2018 Omokoroa History Group’s links to the Western Bay of Plenty Museum in Katikati. In 2016 the Omokoroa History Group received a proposal from the curator of the newly established WBOP Museum in Katikati. In order to showcase stories from all districts within the WBOP, history groups were asked to supply text and photos to go on to display boards in the museum. The first display was to be calledThe Professionals and each group would share stories about the professionals in their communities such as bankers and accountants, doctors and dentists, nurses, hospitals and Plunket, the police, lawyers and magistrates and postmasters/ postmistresses. Here Colin Pettigrew focussed on early doctors in Omokoroa with information supplied by Jo Anthony, receptionist at the Omokoroa Medical Centre. Jocelyn compiled information on the people who ran the post offices in both the Omokoroa Beach community and Plummers Point. Colin added photos to go with each article. This display was in the Museum for several months. The next topic was Tradespeople and would include people such as blacksmiths. But most of the early settlers here were farmers. This posed a bit of a problem. What could we offer? Barrett Butchers had set up near Ewart’s store, later bought by Barretts who then built the first supermarket in the area. In Omokoroa Myrtle & Gerald Crapp built the Beach Store in the early 1950s. Then Jocelyn Hicks thought about Betty Gane, trained dressmaker, and Chris Wright interviewed her and asked for relevant photos. More recently we were asked for information relating to the Suffragette theme, 2018 being 125 years since women were given the vote in New Zealand. After extensive searching through electoral rolls of the time, Jocelyn did find two names that led her on a search for further information. Fortunately, she was able to find a descendant of one woman, Mary Ellen Freeth. Joy Turner was able to provide photos and information. Suffrage 125 is currently in the Western Bay of Plenty Museum in Katikati and is well worth seeing. The display technique used for information provided by each of the Western Bay history groups is most unusual. The historic gown donated by Jo Shaw was worked on by an expert from Te Papa who has done a wonderful job of displaying this beautifully. In this issue of the Omelette we have reprinted the article that was submitted to the museum on our medical history. It is planned that we print further articles relating to these three themes in subsequent issue. If readers have additional information on these themes or on each topic as it is printed, please feel free to contact Chris Wright on 548 0088 or [email protected] A WONDERFUL SIGHT! The Te Puna Quarry Park is a great place to visit at any time but on warm sunny days in late autumn and early winter, watching the monarch butterflies in the Montanoa trees is a sight to behold. The Montanoa trees (Daisy trees) started flowering in late May and usually flower for about a month, depending on the weather. The flowers are an abundant source of nectar for butterflies and bees. On warm, sunny days, butterflies will come out from the places where they shelter to gather nectar from the tree daisy flowers. Left: A daisy tree, covered with dozens of monarchs (and bees) fluttering about or having a feed. Right: An individual montanoa tree. They grow to 4m but can be pruned hard back.

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History of the Omokoroa Medical Centre Medical services in Omokoroa in the 1980s as a practice nurse in 2000 after the retirement of Barbara. In 2002, were provided by Dr Bill Wardell. Bill’s wife, BMC had GP registrars who did regular sessions at Omokoroa. The Maggie, was the nurse. He was known as building was extended in 2003 by literally breaking through the wall being astute in his diagnoses. He really knew into the adjoining office that previously operated as a Dentist which his patients and didn’t always charge. Later, provided a new reception area and a larger waiting room. When Dr Jeff Olsen who had started the Bethlehem Judith Lowes retired due to illness in 2004, Dr Joanne Simson joined Medical Centre developed two buildings on the corner of Margaret as a locum, initially one day a week while still employed as the GP Place and Omokoroa Road. He used one as a medical centre and liaison doctor at the Tauranga Hospital then three days a week from lived in the other. 2006. Dr Harry Bradshaw joined in BMC in 2006 and spent two days at Bethlehem and two days at Omokoroa bringing the doctors’ sessions to 18 a week from the two consulting rooms. The nursing team consisted of two practice nurses, Natalie Carter and Rachel Morris. In February 2008, Dr Sarah Chapple joined Omokoroa as an associate working 3/10 per week. In late 2008, Dr Alistair Raiman joined Omokoroa, subsequently buying into the company as a director in August 2009. Omokoroa continued to grow as a result new purpose built premises were currently on the drawing board. On 7th November 2011 a new medical complex opened at 170 Omokoroa Road. This was comprised of Omokoroa Medical Centre, Omokoroa Pharmacy, Omokoroa Physiotherapy, an ambulance bay and six further office/shop areas for future tenants. The St John’s ambulance service however did not take up the lease of the ambulance bay. Amy Brookes started relief nursing here in October 2012 and took a permanent nursing position in January 2013. We The Omokoroa Shops c1980. Left to Right:- M & M Pies, Take-a- have had several changes in the nursing staff since opening the new Ways, Alexander’s Store and Fire Station. complex including Debra Smith and Rebecca Sharp. Rebecca came In 1988, Dr Jeff Brownless joined BMC along with Diane Pitkeathly to us as a new nursing graduate. Our second new graduate, Carinda as Practice Manager. Both Jeff and Geoff travelled to Omokoroa Reyneke, started in May 2017. Since 2007 Jo Anthony and Andrea to provide weekly sessions for the local community.Omokoroa Barbour have been sharing the reception role at the medical centre. developed as a satellite practice providing a five day a week service. In May 2017 a third receptionist Kay Walsh was employed to join Dr Judith Lowes was employed as a part-time Locum to join doctors the reception. Dr Lisa Kennedy joined the practice in March 2016, Olson and Brownless. The surgery was now run out of a basement working eight sessions per week. Since 2013 the medical centre at a house at Hamurana Road. Joanne Anthony was employed as took on the role of a teaching practice, having medical registrars part-time receptionist in 1993. In December 1995, new rooms employed at six monthly intervals. It is written in the Omokoroa were leased at 1 McDonnell Street with the use of two consulting Medical Centre message book that on 10th February 2010 the Lions rooms. Dr Murray Smith was employed as the first full-time doctor Club had a meeting where they asked for volunteer drivers to take at Omokoroa as a locum with a view to becoming a partner of BMC patients to appointments. in 1997. At that time Judith Lowes and Murray Smith covered 11 On 1st June 2010 we were advised that the coordinator for the sessions a week with the receptionist in the morning and the nurse in Omokoroa Church Van would be Olwyn Nichols. This is a voluntary the late morning and afternoon. The nursing duties were shared by service, receiving donations to help with costs, to take people Noeleen Keen and Barbara McWilliam. By 1999, Judith and Murray to appointments and has been operating ever since. The name were working 14 sessions between them. Wendy Paki was employed of the volunteer who is rostered on is given to the medical centre receptionist each month and people can ring in to see who they are to ring and book a van. Patients can be taken to doctor and hospital appointments.

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Mary Klein has been involved in the care of patients in the community The Omokoroa Shops c2011. Left to Rights: for a long time. She has also looked after the Lions Club medical Pharmacy, Omokoroa Beach Combers, First National Real Estate, equipment loan scheme. Omokoroa Medical Centre.

Omokoroa Omelette 9 June 2018 Whakamarama Kindergarten 474 Whakamarama Road Ph/Fax 07 552 6631 RD7 Tauranga 3179 Mobile: 0278336524 Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/whakakindi Email: [email protected] Kia ora everyone,

This story began when Mason asked if he could be next to take Chocolate Bear home. I said ‘yes you can but I think Chocolate Bear needs a bath.’ Mason you did such a good job of rubbing the lavender soap into Chocolate Bear’s fur, the smell was divine. You washed Chocolate Bears clothes as well! Then together we hung Chocolate Bear, Baby Bear and his clothes out to dry in the sun. In the meantime, we revamped Chocolate Bear’s bag by gluing in a new lining and at whanau hui the children added stickers to the inside of the suitcase so Chocolate Bear has something to look at. The following day Chocolate Bear was still wet but Mason had a new idea. He thought Chocolate Bear needed a soft pillow, so together we went through the fabric. We found a nice, soft, fluffy fabric and we even found a piece with a bear on it. We pieced the fabric together and sewed the pillow. Mason did such a good job of stuffing the pillow then we sewed the end and popped it in his suitcase. Chocolate Bear looked so comfortable. Mason thought that Chocolate Bear really needed a sunhat! What a great idea! We all have one they were donated to us from Sun Smart and now Chocolate Bear has one too! We then decided to decorate the outside of the suitcase. Mason was careful cutting the pictures out of a recycled bag. Bronwyn made and laminated a sign saying ‘Chocolate Bear’ for us. She likes to spoil us! With this complete Mason packed Chocolate Bear’s suitcase, his Pukapuka (Book), a beany (that was donated from Farmlands years ago for the children - and now Chocolate Bear has one as well.) Mason gave Chocolate Bear and Baby Bear one last cuddle and popped them in the suitcase ready to go home. In the morning Mason had told his mum Kathryn that today was ‘the best day of his life.’ I’m sure you agree! Look at his expression - it is priceless! Chocolate Bear has been at Whakamarama Kindergarten since 2002 way back when Paula was the Head Teacher here. He is the kindergarten Bear who goes home for a few nights with each of the children. Usually he comes back with photos and a story in the book. All the children get to have a turn and his visits are well anticipated. We love Chocolate Bear. What a great initiative Paula!

From the team at Whakamarma Kindergarten, Joybells, Sharon, Emily and Bronwyn.

Chocolate Bear gets a bath All packed up and rady to go

The look of love Look the pillow even has a bear on it! Mason sews the pillow

Omokoroa Omelette 10 June 2018 Fight, Flight...or Freeze?? Written by Nick Kershaw, Business Coach and Omokoroa resident

We all know about our inbuilt human responses to handle threats, Action, no matter how small, will break you out of these negative using the fight or flight mechanism in our brain. Deal with itor modes. Successful business people are fighters. They do not let avoid it. But, in business there is a third response. Freeze. A lot of obstacles get in their way. They overcome, and they constantly move businesses are stuck in this mode without even realising it. forward. They take a problem and turn it into an opportunity. If you are in a business encountering a stressful situation like cashflow To get started, pick a problem that has been bugging you for some issues, productivity or efficiency issues, revenues in decline, staff time and tackle it head on by pooling all your resources behind issues, or any other issue that keeps you awake at night, one of these you and getting fresh input from your team. Break the big issues responses will kick in. No business can grow if there is a pattern of down into smaller projects to make them manageable and if you are risk-averse decisions; always fleeing when there are challenges in the stuck for direction, brainstorm the problem with your team until a business. Or freezing. Doing nothing, because the fear of making a pathway becomes obvious. Then share the responsibilities required bad or wrong decision feels worse than not making a decision at all. to implement the changes with your team. If left unchecked, this pattern of avoidance through flight or freeze If there are things outside your control that are keeping you from will send the business into a downward spiral. Stress will sky-rocket being successful, then you need to look at things in a different light. as challenges are ignored and your customers and team will leave Change the game into a space that you do control. For example, if you. price is an obstacle for buyers, make the conversation about value Here are some signs that you or your business have entered this mode: instead, demonstrating how your product/service represents a better investment than cheaper options. Bring in outside professionals like • You have problems that are too difficult to solve so you ignore them myself to assist you through this mind switch if you need to. • Your business hasn’t grown for several periods There is always a way forward. Just recognise which mode you are • You think that things will always be the way they are, and that you in and take action. Get back to being the fighter and remember your can’t change that goals! You will only achieve them if you fight for them. • You keep doing the same things every day without questioning them Come down and meet others that share your challenges and will • You no longer enjoy your business support your enterprise. The Omokoroa Business Networking Group • You procrastinate and never get things done meets at 9am every second and fourth Thursday at Beached on Blue. We would love to see you there. • You go to great lengths to explain why things can’t be improved Please feel free to send your comments and/or requests to If any of these signs sound familiar, you have to take action urgently. [email protected].

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Omokoroa Omelette 11 June 2018 Whakamarama Hall New and fun exercise session for ALL! - ‘MOVE IT’ Fitness - Meets every Monday morning at 9.30am in the hall. An informal, casual exercise class for anyone. Go at your own pace. Only $2 each. Class runs for approximately 45 minutes.

WHAKAMARAMA KIDS@PLAY - 1st Friday of every month 2.30pm – 4.30pm (next date is July 6th). A monthly gathering at the hall for all families straight after school. Whakamarama Kids@Play gives those families with little ones, who don’t get to TWIF nights, a chance to socialise and meet locals. Bring some afternoon tea to share. Coffee and tea available for a gold coin donation. Everyone welcome! TWIF NIGHTS (Thank Whakamarama it’s Friday) – Every third Friday of the month from 6.00pm-8.30pm. All welcome. Bring your dinner, a bottle or two and meet the community. A great way to meet the locals and get to know what’s happening in Whakamarama. July 20th TWIF – History Evening about Whakamarama Hall. Come and hear about the past, present and future of the hall from 7pm. Hot Meat Rolls available from 6.00 to 7.00pm (cash only please). All welcome, BYO food, drinks and kids. August 17th TWIF - Regular night. October 19th TWIF – 80’s Quiz Night and Fancy Dress. All welcome, BYO food, drinks and kids. Food will be available to purchase. FACEBOOK - Follow Whakamarama Hall on facebook www.facebook.com/WhakamaramaCommunityHall/ WHAKAMARAMA HALL LIBRARY - www.whakalibrary.com Opening times are Thursdays from 9am – 12 noon, and every 3rd Friday of the month (TWIF night) from 6:30-8.00pm. PLAYGROUP – A free no-pressure group for pre-school children. Come and have a cuppa and let the kids enjoy a wonderful range of toys and the outdoor playground. This runs Thursday mornings during term from 9.30 pmto 12pm. For more details phone Alison Settle on (07) 5524246. WHAKAMARAMA NEWS VIA EMAIL Colin Hewens informs Whakamarama residents of news in our community which includes: Police reports, lost & found animals, items for sale, excess fruit/vegetables, rentals wanted etc. If you would like to receive these emails, please contact Colin on [email protected] HALL BOOKINGS – Contact Debbie Allan, the booking officer, on (07)5525141 or via [email protected] to hire the hall, chairs and tables at very reasonable rates.

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Book your appointment today! Omokoroa Katikati 07 548 0631 027 512 5875 170 Omokoroa Road 6D Main Road, Katikati Friendly . Safe . Effective Omokoroa Omelette 12 June 2018 Whakamarama School Submitted by Natasha Greatorex, Principal

Kia ora tatou, hello everyone!

Teaching and learning at Whakamarama School is so seamless that we can’t believe that we are already approaching the end of Term Two! What a super team we have: students, teachers, parents, whanau, Board of Trustees and our community.

Small Schools’ Cluster Cross Country The afternoon air on Thursday 7th June was filled with enthusiasm, perseverance, satisfaction and triumph as students from around the cluster experienced woodlands, open country, hills, flatground and mud for the Small Schools & Tall Poppies Cross Country. The event provided Year four to eight students from across the local school community with the opportunity to interact with other children of their own age in the sporting arena. Alongside the brilliant weather that was welcomed for the event, unity truly shone through to ensure the day’s success. It was with no doubt that the elixir for this this event was the principals, sports coordinators, teachers, students; and parents, grandparents, whanau and friends that were on the sideline supporting the runners. The school would like to acknowledge Heller’s for sponsoring this year’s supply of sausages. Heller’s is a firm believer in supporting community initiatives through donating their award-winning sausages, rather than Madilyn and Starlia writing a cheque. Sausages for Schools is about helping more Kiwi kids! enjoying a yummy Hellers’ Sausage I Wish I Was Day On Friday 25th May students (and teachers) had opportunity to dress up for I Wish I Was Day. Spirits were high and some great discussions around costumes were held. Our gold coin donations will help grant 200 magical wishes to local children living with critical illnesses.

Zero Waste Education The 5th & 6th June hosted opportunity for our students to be involved in the Zero Waste Education (ZWE) programme delivered by Kathy Broadhead. This award winning programme is offered to over 500 I wish I was day … Can you spot what some of our children schools nationwide to students in years 1-8 each year. Different units wished they were for the day each focussing on a specific solution to our waste problem were delivered across the year groups: Is that Really Rubbish (Years 1 & 2); Reusing (Years 3-5) and Recycling (Years 6-8). Kathy also trialled a recycling unit aimed specifically at rural schools with Room 1 students. The students took away some fabulous new learning that they will be able to take action on within their community.

Pink Shirt Day Whakamarama School celebrated Pink Shirt Day and stood together to take action against bullying. Pink Shirt Day aims to create schools, workplaces and communities where all people feel safe, valued and respected. A great effort made! Ban Plastic Bags After sending letters to Mr Todd Muller the students in Room 1 were invited to have a Skype session with the Environmental Select Committee around banning plastic bags across the Bay of Plenty. This was the first time that the Environmental Select Committee had Skyped a school and an exciting opportunity for our students to speak on a topic that they feel passionate about. Our learning became authentic when we were able to extend it Anton (left) and Lucy beyond the classroom - thank you Mr Muller. (right) looking pretty sharp in their pink ties

Omokoroa Omelette 13 June 2018 Omokoroa Artists By Karen Loten Be Happy - Create! ‘’Art is unquestionably one of the purest and highest elements in human happiness. It trains the mind through the eye, and the eye through the mind. As the sun colours flowers so does art colour life’’ John Lubbock (1834-1913) ‘The Pleasures of Life’

You have only to pop into one of Omokoroa Artists Thursday morning sessions to see happiness at play. Members are proud of their work, keen to share ideas and gain a sense of fulfilment through their creative efforts. This month has been no exception. Sketching took place on the edge of Tauranga Harbour at Matahui. If you follow the road to the sea and park near the animal pound you will view the harbour from a totally different perspective. From the looming Coromandel hills to the glistening harbour flats teeming with wildlife. Such a beautiful place on a crisp winter morning. The monthly challenge was to draw using only coloured pencils, something that took us back to early childhood memories. The results were staggering varying from exquisite drawings of birds to delicate flowers and adorable rabbits. The printing and dyeing workshops run by our own members Jackie Knotts and Silk scarf dyed and worn by Janine Birch produced a range of beautiful silk dyed scarves and screen prints Stella Clark ready to be turned into cushions, bags or whatever took your fancy. Creativity holds no bounds. Silk scarf dyed and worn by Janine Birch If you are new to Art or the peninsula look at the advert for the next ‘Have a go Session’ July 2018 Programme 4th Have a Go at Pastels with Hanneka 5th Final Card Selections 12th Challenge - Framed design and/or Illustrate your favourite Quote 19th Do what you want day! 26th Sketching at Bethlehem

We meet on Thursday mornings at the Settlers Hall 0900 until 12ish.

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Robin in coloured pencil by Dilly Arnold GLAM GIRLS results of dye workshop

Omokoroa Omelette 14 June 2018 Health Matters

Hello All! feel thirsty. This can lead to inadvertent dehydration. Ask yourself if you’ve had six I sincerely hope that you are coping with the to eight full glasses of water per day. Winter season without any ills or chills. Today I wanted to talk about two very simple, WebMD now states that you can include some but incredibly important, health matters - tea and coffee in your tally as they have been exercise and water. That may sound a little proven not to be dehydrating. But please mundane and cliché but these are two of the don’t make that your entire liquid intake! most commonly neglected aspects of our If you eat a diet that is high in protein and/ often busy lives. or fats and low in carbohydrates, then you A free mental health support group will need extra water and potentially even gets together every month. Junction Recently I spoke with a neuropsychiatrist who Coffee and Chat takes place at the said that after many years, the best medicine electrolytes. This is because much of the water we use is found in carbohydrates. If Ōmokoroa Community Church on he could prescribe patients was exercise. He Hamurana Road. said that he consistently noticed the most you are cutting back on carbs, you will need benefits from exercise over any medication extra fluid. There are no doubt some great The next session is or other activity he had prescribed. He electrolytes available at your local pharmacy Tuesday 3rd July from 6.30pm-7.30pm talked about how thirty minutes of walking and your pharmacist should be able to provide and Friday 6th June from 11am-12pm. ‘eight days a week’ would help many people you with the best one for you. Whether it is depression, anxiety or with many ailments. He certainly did not Once again, it has been a pleasure to share bipolar - you may find tea or coffee, advocate for replacing needed medication, etc some wee insights I have gleaned – I hope and friends are the perfect blend to with exercise but rather it further promotes they help! I also hope you warm up as spring help relax and bring some sunshine wellbeing and health. arrives – it’s not too far away! through the cloud of isolation. I know that for some this seems likes a given Anna Contact [email protected] but for others it is a struggle to get out in the or 027 549 5410, or just pop by in the cold and the wet to do this every day. May morning I suggest that if the weather is completely Disclaimer: inclement, you get your heart rate up healthily You must not rely on the information in this by getting stuck into a job that might make column as an alternative to medical advice you break out in a bit of a sweat? Do you need from your doctor or other professional to clean out the garage? Perhaps changing healthcare provider. your furniture around, or dusting, might be We make no claim to cure or effective satisfying and provide movement and a sense treatment for any individual. of purpose. If you have any specific questions about You may need to build up, especially if unwell any medical matter you should consult your or older (though I often see older people doctor or other professional healthcare walking for miles more than me!). You might provider. start with going to the first lampost and back. If you think you may be suffering from any Once you have managed that, perhaps do the medical condition you should seek immediate next. If you have any hesitations, please see medical attention. your health practitioner especially if you have muscular or skeletal problems. You should never delay seeking medical advice, disregard medical advice, or I don’t know if you have noticed, but it can discontinue medical treatment because of be very difficult to get enough water in the information in this column. wintertime. It’s often not hot so we do not

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Omokoroa Omelette 15 June 2018 Kotuku Garden Club... Our May outing was around the local area. We started off with a lovely morning tea at the Black Sheep Café in Plummers Pt Rd then drove to Growers Direct in Borrell Rd, Te Puna where Paul gave us a very informative talk about the plants that they propagate and which fertilisers & potting mixes to use. We then travelled to Village 7 Shopping centre on the cnr of SH2 & Clarke Rd. There is a new furniture shop called Sandalay in the centre which features mostly Indonesian furniture. The ladies also visited the adjacent shop which stocks garden giftware, skin products, merino & possum clothing and lots of lovely pots to name just a few things so there were quite a few purchases made there! Tummies were rumbling so we headed up to the Kaimai Café for a delicious lunch. After lunch, those who wanted to, had a drive or a walk around McLarens Falls where the Autumn foliage was still looking colourful. Another great day out & thanks go to Carol, Chris & Jeanette for the organisation.

where the children learn about cooking and eating the produce they have grown. This includes kitchen safety, using appliances and how to cook hot things safely. Andrew says Council’s Community Matching Fund was the seed from which the Garden to Table programme was Rock fall at Te Puna Quarry Park able to grow. "Without this funding, we would not have been able to 12th June provide the types of garden beds that suit the school environment and A rock fall occurred at Te Puna Quarry Park blocking one of the the needs of the children’s learning – we have put this money into a walking paths. Western Bay of Plenty District Council staff have truly sustainable project for future pupils. erected fences around the outskirts of the slip to prevent public access "The garden beds are designed to be at a height and width for the around the slip area. Because of expected rainfall the pathway will children to easily sow, prepare, harvest and look after their produce. be closed until the rock fall and remaining overhanging rocks can be We have also planned them to be sustainable over time and within safely removed. Once this is done the pathway will be reopened the context of the school curriculum. "I strongly encourage other groups and rural schools that are in the business of strengthening COUNCIL FUND SEEDS SCHOOL GARDEN PROJECt communities to put an application together for Council’s Matching 12th June Fund. Without it, we could not have achieved the sustainability factor Nurturing life is part of the learning at Oropi School, where pupils of this project.’’ are discovering the rewards of growing their own food The Kokako Application forms and guidelines are available at www. Gardens, which dominate the school’s backyard, are overflowing with westernbay.govt.nz/matchingfund. Applications will be accepted vegetables and herbs that have been planted, nurtured and harvested until Thursday, 12 July 2018. by the pupils’ eager green fingers. The garden project was started with help from Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Community DOG REGISTRATION PACKS OUT IN JUNE Matching Fund – funding of $6000 in 2015 that now bears the rewards Council’s office dog, Alfie, is first off the starting blocks with the new of the pupils’ work over the past two years. The food from the gardens 2018/19 Western Bay registration tag. Western Bay dog owners will is not only for the table, but for the children’s experience, learning and be receiving this year’s registration information in the mail, or via appreciation of the environment. Western Bay councillors visited the email, this week, along with Council’s newsletter Dogs of the Western school recently, and school Principal Andrew King explained to them Bay. Registration is due by 1 July 2018 but owners have until 1 how the gardens fit with the school’s play-based learning philosophy August to pay before any penalties apply. This year’s tags are green which inspires students to have confidence take part in `real life’ and all the information on the fees and how they apply to different learning activities. "The wonderful thing about a rural school is having dogs (de-sexed, unneutered, dangerous, working and assistance options such as this community garden and other outdoor-based dogs etc.) is available on our dog registration webpage. If your or learning programmes that help our kids grow in self-confidence and your dog/s details have changed from last year you can update your learn really important life skills. These real life learnings are a great information online at www.westernbay.govt.nz/dog-payment or on motivation for the children.’’ A Garden to Table programme began your registration form when you make payment. this year to encourage the pupils to improve their skills in the garden For any queries please contact Council’s customer services team, and kitchen. The children learn how to look after, plant and harvest phone 0800 926 732 or email: the food. The school has the use of the nearby Memorial Hall kitchen [email protected]

Omokoroa Omelette 16 June 2018 On this cool but sunny day in May, we all headed off to the Te Puna Quarry Park for an outdoor adventure. Everyone had a great time running around and climbing, splashing in puddles and putting their hands in the stream, looking at the different sculptures and playing the musical instruments. The butterfly house was also an amazing experience with so many caterpillars, cocoons of varying stages and butterflies clearly showing the life-cycle of the monarch butterfly. We were able to get really close to the butterflies as they flew around us and landed on the swan plants nearby. The trip was made extra special as each child was given a painted rock from one of the Te Puna Quarry Park volunteers who was planting by the butterfly house. Ready to go on our big adventure. From left: Mickey, Lucas, Ollie, Holly, There was so much to see and do, but everyone had their Lachie, Olivia, Caleb, Marley own highlight:

• Caleb loved the digger and how he could move the levers and pedals. He also liked exploring lots of nooks and crannies. • Lachie was fascinated by the water wheel, especially by the fact that the wheel ad to wait until it filled up with water before turning and tipping the water out. • Lucas’ favourite thing was chasing the butterflies and then trying to find them fter they flew past. • Holly and Marley both loved seeing the butterflies and receiving their painted rocks. Coincidentally Marley’s rock had a beautiful monarch butterfly painted on it! • Mickey enjoyed seeing the butterflies, making music with the outdoor nstruments and wandering around. • Ollie loved walking the tracks and finding all the puddles for jumping in! • Olivia’s highlight was climbing on the train for a ride with the crew. • Jack loved the caterpillars, cocoons and butterflies – he still talks about the Lachie and Caleb getting up close to the ‘cacoons’ a few weeks later! butterflies • And baby William … he just slept on Mum!

This trip was such a hit. We will plan more outdoor adventures soon that provide different experiences and environments for the children to explore. This trip helped facilitate one of the Te Whāriki (curriculum) goals of exploration where: “Children experience an environment where they develop working theories for making sense of the natural, social, physical and material worlds”.

Thanks so much to all those generous volunteers from our community who keep this wonderful park so alive and beautiful. We so appreciate all you do.

Omokoroa Playcentre is located behind Settlers' Hall, 334 Omokoroa Rd, and is open from 9:00am – 12:00pm Mon, Thurs, Fri (during school terms). For more information, pop in during our open hours, phone 07 548 1343 From left: Jack, Mickey, Olivia, Lucas (background), or email: [email protected]. We'd love to see you! Lachie, Caleb taking the train to lunch

Omokoroa Omelette 17 June 2018 Friends of the Blade

The Blade needs volunteers at 200m spacings, which have killed around 60 rats and one stoat, As this is Volunteers week as I write this, I will make that our although more stoats may have been killed by gas traps, and the theme. They are wonderful folk, whose love for the bush and NZ bodies removed before we see them, by larger predators. At this fauna, gives them the heart to commit to regularly joining together stage we have around 15 kilometres more of tracks to set out, with to look after our nearest piece of native bush, accessed at the end of around 100 possum and 200 rat traps more to complete our aim of Whakamarama Road. 300 Ha of pest free native bush. We are over half way to our 300 Ha The volunteers at Whakamarama’s Pest Free Zone in the Kaimai objective. – Mamaku State Forest Park have reached a half way point to the However, we are not going to be able to advance this ambitious full implementation of their extension activities. Over two years plan much further without more volunteers. ago the dream was a 100 Hectare pest free zone around the Blade Our existing volunteers are stretched to the max! As we add new Loop track, now renamed as the Pa Kereru Track, which is being lines we would like to have two new volunteers to look after each. developed by the residents’ group, Whakamarama Community Inc, Although we normally go in as a group, to check traps on Friday at the end of Whakamarama Road.The “Blade” carpark area, afternoons, others do their lines on weekends. So, we can train named after an old logging blade that used to sit on the mound to volunteers up, and then they can handle their assigned lines at any the right of the roadway in, removed by scrap-metal people some time. What is involved? You may ask. The lines are marked and years ago. A replacement recently arrived. [panoramic photo] cleared for you. The terrain is interesting but not too challenging. A reasonable level of fitness is required, with good footwear. The Funding for this venture has been by BOPRC and with track anti-coagulant is rodent specific, and if used, when handled with development and trapping gear being supported by WBOPDC and the provided gloves is safe. High vis vests, gloves and traps are all Bay Trust. For the first year, eight 1500 metre lines of manually provided and it just needs average ability and around two to three operated possum traps and a one-kilometre line of automatic gas hours to complete the work there. Current volunteers are aged from traps, kindly supplied by way of a Bay Trust grant, were set up. This 10 [ as part of a family team] to 78, of all abilities. We do actually combined with bait stations safely giving an anti-coagulant toxin have one in his late eighties who does trap maintenance work in his to the rodents, saw a largely pest free zone maintained, helping the shed. You will not be over extended. native bird population to increase. Thanks to our core of a dozen + Currently we also have weekend working bees to establish new lines volunteers, 258 possums were killed, with some 23 rats caught as once a month. The last one was on June 17th from 10 am to about by-catch, plus around seven possible stoats. 3pm, with a picnic lunch half way through. We had a team of eight, one of whom was new, and has joined the overall team. We set up line 15 and then cleared the southern half of line 16 on our way out.

Some of our volunteers prior to going in on duty. Weekend working bee to establish a stoat line, with 10kg double As our second year began, the vision expanded to take in a larger stoat traps. area to add some of the higher plateau country west of our initial th nd area. We planned to go to 300 Ha, giving us a pest free zone, which Our next working bee is likely to be either 15 or 22 of July, would be a significant area of bio-diversity protection, where more depending on the weather. Keep your eyes open for further details. could be done to re-introduce bird species that have been absent for We warmly invite all members of the public who love the NZ bush a while. These could possibly include Kiwi, Kokako and Kaka.The to join us in this part of Pest Free 2050 effort to protect local native second year saw the total possum toll to grow to 683. Rat deaths, bush, its plants and native animals from destructive pests. with the gradual installation of around 200 individual boxed rat Contact Colin Hewens on ph. 5526771 [email protected] or traps, climbed to 540, mostly over the last three months. 20 Stoat text 022 3155 646 traps were also set out on two tramping tracks going west and south, Omokoroa Omelette 18 June 2018 Minnows Kindergarten This month we farewell Grace and we welcome Lyn to our teaching team. Gracie is leaving us to devote more time to her mokopuna and avocado orchard, which she runs with her husband Barry. Gracie has worked at Minnows for over 8 years and will be missed by staff and families at Minnows. With every ending there is a new beginning and we wish to welcome our new Teacher, Lyn, to Minnows. With our increased roll, Lyn will be working four days rather than the two days Grace was working. Lyn enjoys exploring different languages and is fluent in Thai and English, Cantonese and a little German which will add to the multi-cultural environment we have here at Minnows. We are looking forward to trying some of her new and exciting recipes that will she be cooking with the children. As well as trying new recipes over the next month, we will be making the most of any clear fine days to rug up and get out and about in the community. The children are getting really good a t spotting litter when we are on our walks, so we will continue to do our little bit in keeping Omokoroa reserves and beaches a place for everyone to enjoy. Minnows Kindergarten is Omokoroa’s longest running, private, early childhood centre next to Cooney Reserve in Omokoroa Village. With fully qualified and experienced staff, we provide a safe and stimulating learning environment for children aged 0 – 6. We offer flexible hours, small child numbers, low student-to-teacher ratios and an innovative teaching programme, including transition to school. We are open from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, inclusive of school holidays. Welcome Lyn! Call in and see us anytime to see how we can help you prepare your child for future learning with confidence. We are located at 3 Margaret Drive. Please phone us on 07 5482040, email [email protected] or visit www.minnowskindergarten.co.nz Minnows Kindergarten: ‘Where kids can be kids’.

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Omokoroa Omelette 19 June 2018 Omokoroa Lions Club by President Peter Hartles Well it’s hard to believe we are in June already, which means this is my last Lions newsletter for you all. I must say I have had a very good year as President which is largely due to the wonderful support of my wife, Denise, and a great team of Lions leaders around me. Our May dinner meeting went off very well with, once again, a lovely meal provided by Tasty Thymes plus good camaraderie between members. We had two very good speakers on the night. Our first speaker was a local identity, Jeanette Knudsen, who gave us an entertaining speech and projector photos on her and husband Martin, and another couple’s, intrepid journey across Asia and into Europe on the Silk Road. The trip started in Hong Kong, travelling right across China and through the ‘Stan’ countries of central Asia and finishing up in Poland - 14,000 km in total! Jeanette has published a book ‘Four Kiwis on the Silk Road’. Our second speaker was our lion member, Christine Sievers, who gave us a very heartfelt account of her life with all its ups and downs. What was great to hear is that despite her past she is now thoroughly enjoying life in Omokoroa and doing great work in the elderly community. Our May social outing was a bus trip to Thames. Leaving the Settlers Hall at 8.30am, we travelled to Katikati to pick up a good number of neighbouring Lions. Then it was onto the Matetoki Cheese Barn where everyone had a nice morning tea, sampled cheeses and some of the team also bought some cheese. Next it was a wine tasting stop at Totara Vineyards and also at this venue more purchases were made. Then it was onto Thames where a visit to the Museum was made and which proved very interesting. Lunch was at Chequers and here everyone was well catered for with a good assortment of food. After lunch it was onto the famed Butterfly Gardens - a trip highlight. This I’m afraid proved to be a non-event as earlier in the week someone had forgotten to turn the heating on so tragically 1500 butterflies died. It was very sad for everyone concerned. It was at this point that our entertaining bus driver suggested stopping in at the Waikino Tavern on the way home for drinks which was duly done and most enjoyably so. The place looked amazing as it has had a makeover since the flooding which had caused up to a metre of water to go through the building. The day ended at 4.30pm back at the Setters Hall. Well that’s it from me. I hope you all have as good a winter as possible.

Don't forget we Lions do Betty Gane Next Omokoroa Lions collect a lot of things too! Omokoroa Market Days Ph: 548 0845 We collect... July 8 / Aug 12 / Sept 9 - Screw top wine bottle caps Contact Betty or Come along for some good deals, - Can tabs any local Pakeke some good food and some great - Unwanted Spectacles Lions member company! to give them to! - Old and foreign money

Omokoroa Omelette 20 June 2018 Omokoroa Peninsula Club Speakers for June Jan Mayston reported on the club’s Out in the Styx trip. - On 10th April, with inclement weather forecast, 23 TOPC explorers set out to discover Maungatautari Mountain and Out in the Styx. Maungatautari is an eroded Andesitic volcano recognised as a reserve from 2012. One hundred years later the community came together to further protect the biodiversity of the area, and the Maungatautari Ecological Island Trust was formed in 2001, bringing together Government, Iwi and local land owners. Two significant technologies – pest proof fencing and pest eradication – have enabled restoration of the mountain. This was the largest ecological restoration project in NZ with 47 km of fence enclosing 3,400 hectares. This is the longest such fence in the world. It was completed in 2006 over challenging terrain and crossing 42 streams while still allowing fishes free movement. The sanctuary has over 400 registered volunteers, and on the night we arrived volunteers worked through the night to repair storm damage. The fence is monitored 24/7 – any breach could be quickly found by opportunist pests. In 2006 the local Lions built a 16m viewing platform for a birds eye view of the canopy. Many of the group opted for a guided tour of the southern enclosure. Guide Sue pointed out the canopy of great grand parent trees, and the tiny re-growth plants carpeting the floor. Before the ring fence pests destroyed new growth and the forest was dying with no middle generation plants. Others took the wetlands tour with the Tuatara being elusive in the cold weather but this was made up by presence ot Takahe. Other of the party enjoyed the Waikato cycle trails, and the swing bridge over the Waikato River. On the way home the Te Waiho walkway (near Putaruru) was enjoyed by many. Out in the Styx provided warm hospitality, a comfortable stay and delicious meals. Despite the ominous forecast the group enjoyed three glorious days to enjoy our Sanctuary mountain visit.

Ian Balnes of Forgotten World Adventures, gave a fascinating talk of how the company was set up, and where it is going. Ian graduated in Forestry and turned to farming and land development before having six years with the Waikato Regional Council. All this experience proved in good stead when Forgotten World Adventures was set up, from the farming “can do”, the entrepreneur drive, and governance experience. The company delivers a choice of railcart and jetboat adventures centred round Taumaranui, Whangamomona, Whanganui River plus, of course, the Bridge to Nowhere. The company employs 32 people in season, runs 142 km of rail and has 45 self-drive railcarts. Expansion of cycle trails is being planned, and shorter excursions targeting overseas visitors are being developed.

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Tauranga First National Realty 2009 Limited Trading as Omokoroa First National Licensed under REAA 2008 Omokoroa Omelette 21 June 2018 Omokoroa Beach Indoor Bowling Club Our Open Mixed Fours Tournament: held on 30th May saw 20 teams - the maximum that can be hosted at the Settler’s Hall - from Papamoa to Whangamata compete for prizes sponsored by: THE OMOKOROA COUNTRY ESTATE. Results: 1st G.Ferris, E.Perry, S.Davies and V.Watt (Tauranga Citz Club) 2nd R.Beard, A. Murray, K.Stewart and S.Tayler (Waihi Beach) 3rd W. Drent, J.Riley, D.Sinclair, P.Sanders (Papamoa) Best Local Team: A.Sandel, B.Taylor, T. Davis, L.Badham

Many thanks to Fresh Choice Supermarket, Omokoroa Pharmacy, Neighbourhood Pizzeria and Montre Coffee Lounge for their generous donations of prizes for our raffles.

Left: G.Ferris, E.Perry, S.Davies, V.Watt with Kevin Searle

Right: A.Sandel, B.Taylor, T.Davis, L. Badham with Kevin Searle

Club Championship Pairs: held on Tuesday, 6th June. Results: 1st Joe Clark and Shirley Jukes (left) 2nd Gary Giles and Trish Davis (right) 3rd Jill Clark and Peter Cox

Coming Up: Tuesday 26th June - Championship Triples Tuesday 3rd July - Mt.RSA Open 4’s tournament Saturday 7th July - Katikati Open Mixed 4’s tournament Tuesday 24th July - Papamoa Day Tournament

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Omokoroa Omelette 22 June 2018 Todd Muller - MP for Bay of Plenty As regular readers you will know I usually reserve this column space for TODD MULLER local issues, but this month I want to discuss an important issue that I have MP FOR BAY OF PLENTY been working through in my portfolio as the National Party Climate Change spokesperson – a global issue that impacts all of us When Simon Bridges became the Leader Omokoroa Constituent Clinics: of the National Party he promised to focus more on the environment – and for the last few months we have been working hard to do just that. Climate change is one of the world’s 3rd Monday of the month Feb - Nov most serious environmental challenges and the National Party is committed to ensuring New 10.00am — 12.00pm Zealand plays its part. National has always been the party of practical environmentalists Omokoroa Settlers’ Hall and we’ve made good progress on climate change recently - but we need to do more. Last 334 Omokoroa Road week Simon outlined how National plans to take the politics out of climate change and work No appointment necessary. with other parties to establish an independent Climate Change Commission. It builds on the National Party’s promise to work with the Government when we believe it’s acting in Upcoming clinic dates the best interests of New Zealand and hold it to account vigorously when it’s not. We want July 16th | August 20th | September 17th to find sensible and practical solutions to climate change that won’t harm our economy or All enquiries disproportionately drive up the cost of living for New Zealanders. That is why we also set out some core principles that will guide the work we do on climate change: E [email protected] P (07) 542 0505 • taking a pragmatic, science-based approach, • utilising innovation and technology, • getting the incentives right to drive long-term change rather than short-term shocks, • acting as part of a global response, and

• considering the wider impacts on the economy, jobs and incomes. Authorised by Todd Muller MP, 3/9 Domain Road, Papamoa. It won’t be easy but if we are all pulling in the same direction we can help ensure that our beautiful natural environment is preserved for generations to come. I want our grandchildren, and their grandchildren after that, to know that all of us have done what we can to protect the environment.

Omokoroa Friendship Chit Chat At the AGM held on the 25th of May, all those in office agreed to serve for another year. The tablecloth donated by past president Trish covered the table at the meeting. Chris Conn is embroidering the names we have added. Our costs have increased so we have agreed to increase our door charge from $3.00 to $4.00 which includes a raffle. We provide morning tea and usually a sandwich lunch. Beverly Teeboon generously bakes delicious cakes for us at no charge and we are very grateful. Our numbers have grown to more than 20 each week. Sadly over the last year, members Ailsa Hanan, Esme Davies, Elaine Pleydell, Joan Howarth and most recently Rex Keighly have passed. Some of us attended the service for Rex on Friday the 25th of May. After the AGM we played a few games and then the Country Estate Ukulele Girls entertained us. They stayed for an early lunch, each thoughtfully donating an item for the Food Bank run by the Church. On Friday the 1st June we enjoyed a pizza day. Be assured of a warm welcome – come and join us to meet new people. President: Barbara Walls (Phone 07548 2899)

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Matariki Celebration - Bonfire Matariki is the Te Reo Māori name for the cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades. It rises just once a year in the Winter around June. For many Māori people it heralds the start of the New Year and harvest time. Soon we will be celebrating the Māori New Year by having a potluck dinner and bonfire with all our children and their whānau at our kindergarten. We are expecting to have well over 100 people come and enjoy an amazing night.Hopefully the stars will be out and we can enjoy listening to our children singing waiata to their families. The Astrological Society will be coming and we hope to see the seven sisters in the night sky. We will continue celebrating Matariki throughout June to instill in our tamariki a greater sense of what Matariki is all about. Feel free to come and visit our amazing kindergarten where our teachers are all fully qualified. We are a rural kindergarten based on Minden Road, Te Puna in a beautiful natural learning environment. Our kindergarten promotes sustainability and we value our strong relationships with our local community. The ages of our children start at two and a half years to five years old. We are very whānau / family orientated and encourage their involvement. Please feel free to contact us for any enquiries.

Come and experience Te Puna Community Kindergarten. It has a relaxed supportive atmosphere. Please feel free to come and visit us at 45 Minden Road, Te Puna or contact us for any enquiries Ph 552 5736.

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Omokoroa Omelette 24 June 2018 VOLUNTEERS HOLD OMOKOROA’S SAFETY NET - 6th June Giving something back to the community is at the heart of their desire to volunteer, say those at the helm of the Omokoroa Community Policing Group (OCPG) charitable trust. Christine, Bill, Pat and Tony are among 180 volunteers giving of their time and life skills to the group which covers four key areas – the police information centre; Neighbourhood Support; Community Patrols and Graffiti Busters. Volunteers are always welcome to join. It’s all about neighbours looking after neighbours, being the eyes and ears for your community and making a difference.former chairman Tony Hawkins has given a few years to the OCPG and says he just likes getting things done and seeing a happy, balanced community that runs smoothly. Tony has handed over the reins to Pat Harrison – a retired primary school teacher – who sought some volunteer work to keep himself busy. Soon after moving to Omokoroa, Pat was filling a vacancy in the Police Information Centre and was then shoulder tapped for group chairman. "It has been a great way to get to know the community – I am happy to play my part,’’ says Pat. Christine has also served on the group for a number of years and is the familiar face in the police information centre. She enjoys helping out and networking with the other community groups. Bill – a relative newcomer to the peninsula – is treasurer/secretary of the Trust and says there is great satisfaction from serving his community and helping to "sit on the crims’’. All agree Omokoroa’s face is changing. The volunteer capacity is shrinking as the local population gets younger and busier, while the older, retired folk with time up their sleeves, diminish in number. Group founder Glenn Whittaker says Western Bay of Plenty District Council has given constant support throughout the 11 years the group has been operating "It all began with the community’s frustration at the escalation in anti-social behaviour. Council and the Community Board saw reduction in community crime an important contributor to Council’s community development and safety,’’ says Glenn. Through the Community Board, Council provided the start-up funding in 2007, the first community patrol car and has continued with staff support and a little annual funding. Community Constable for Tauranga and Omokoroa, Paul Wrigley, believes the pro-active voluntary work of the group is a key reason that crime reporting has remained stable and low the area. "The group is a one-stop shop for Police in Omokoroa and it makes it easier for me to provide intelligence and resources when appropriate. The power of networking is well demonstrated by how the group keeps all the significant community groups under one umbrella. "Anecdotally, in comparison to other suburbs I monitor, including the avenue and suburbs closer to the city, Omokoroa is definitely a very safe place to live.’’ Anyone keen to join the Omokoroa Community Policing Group is welcome to get in touch with Chairman Pat on [email protected]

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The Lions’ Club of Omokoroa maintains a wide range of health aids equipment which is available to community residents on a loan basis when needed following illness and/or surgery. To enquire about the equipment contact Mary Klein 548-1600 Bed Hoop (1) Heat Lamp (1) Shower Stools (9) Bedside Table (2) High Stool (2) Sock Putter-On (1) Bedside supports (help out of bed) (1) Knee Supports (2) Spenco Cushions (5) Bed / Shower Access Aid (1) Long Shoe Horn (3) Stroller Walkers (9) Bedpans (2) Monkey Bar (1) Toilet Seats (8) Chair for Rehabilitation (4) Moon Boot (5) Transfer Board (1) Chair Raiser (4) Nebulisers (3) Transfer Cushion (2) Commodes (4) Non-slip Shower Mat (2) Urinals (4) Crutches (7 pair) Picker Upper (7) Walkers: Wooden / Metal (5) Eating Tray - cushioned (1) Protectors for Plaster Cast when Walking Aid, 4ft. (2) Elephant Feet (2 set) showering (2 leg, 1 arm) Walking Stick (5) Electric Fan (1) Ring cushion (2) Wheel Chairs (7) Exercise Cycle (1) Sheepskins (2) Softech Full Chair Cushion (1)

Omokoroa Omelette 25 June 2018 Matahui School A Matahui Adventure Hugo: Hearing and seeing the different birds By Max Muller, Principal. with the juniors was a great experience. In a recent parent survey we explored what worked Bridget: It was great hearing stories from some well at Matahui. One of the of the juniors while we walked and learning key responses was around more about them. the atmosphere of inclusivity at Matahui and the connection between age ranges. It was also felt that Grace: It was so fun holding hands with the the respectful manner in which the staff interact junior students lifting them up and down over with the children filters throughout the entire school. the roots of the big trees we walked past. This in turn leads to amazing children who support one another within a naturally kind and accepting community with a real family culture. A fantastic Grace: It was great spending time with the example of this connection is the annual Junior/Senior younger class. It was nice seeing both classes Hike. Please read on to see what the Year7 and 8s walking hand in hand while the older kids were thought. On Thursday 24 May 2018, our Year 7 and 8 teaching the younger ones about all the birds we students accompanied their Year 1 and 2 buddies on a hike into the saw. It was an overall great experience and a highlight of my year. Aongatete forest. Such experiences provide our senior students with an additional level of leadership and engagement with the juniors at Matahui School. Leo: It was fun watching the children think of innovative ideas to get the lollies out of the trees. Their role is to support, encourage, enthuse, motivate and care for our “munchkins” as they venture into our “backyard,” the Aongatete Forest Park. The interesting thing is that our five and six OPEN DAYS - At Matahui School we host a number of open days year olds meet the level of physical challenge demanded of them in throughout the year. Families are most welcome to join us for a terms of managing what for them is a significant hike. Our families tour to experience firsthand our unique school environment and to certainly raise hardy, resilient children. An awesome effort from meet our staff and students. both our Kowhai and Kauri classes. Alexander: There was something that we named a lolly tree for our young buddies from Kowhai class. I thought the tree should be Upcoming dates: called a sweetie tree because a lolly is a sweet and sweetie sounds TERM 2, 2018: SATURDAY, 30 JUNE, 2018 (9am – 12.00pm) and like a good name for a tree! TUESDAY, 3 JULY, 2018 (9am – 12.00pm) Elle: The junior hike was so much fun. I loved chatting with the There is no need to pre-register for our open days. juniors and helping them to complete this walk.

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Omokoroa Omelette 26 June 2018 ♠ OMOKOROA CARDS 500 Omokoroa Contract Bridge Club ♣ We welcome any new players! ♠ ♥ Bridge Club Results ♦ The group meets at the Bowling Club on Monday evenings ♣

7:15pm. We welcome any new players, if you don’t Bert Lawback Welcome Handicap Pairs really understand the game, but would like to learn; our Played on Monday Afternoons members will teach and mentor you. Final Results Average st Please phone Andy on: 570-6035 1 Anne McKinnon & Linda Walker 72.16 ♦ 2nd Elizabeth Young & Jennie Bleier 67.30 21 May ♠ 4 June 3rd Ross Petersen & Jerry Hale 66.25 Winners Winners Beverley Teeboon 3530 Fay Murdoch 3250 Welcome Handicap Pairs ♣ Graeme Davis 3270 Brian Clark 3030 ♥ Played on Thursday Evenings Lucky Last Lucky Last Final Results Average Zena Clark 810 Joy Isley 1090 1st Sue Penny & Gwen Harding 66.08 Jim Hart 1060 Joe Clark 780 2nd Barbara Haseltine & Pauline Wood 64.74 3rd Elizabeth Young & Rob Wakelin 60.00 ♣ 28 May ♥ 11 June ♦ Winners Winners Beverley Teeboon 3310 Karen Wright 2270 If you would like the opportunity Lorraine Taylor 810 Colin Kurth 3620 to learn how to play Bridge Lucky Last Lucky Last Here in Omokoroa... Heather Metcraft 230 Bruce Murdoch 3440 Ph: Jean Sears 548 0717 Hugh Moleta 600 David Neilson 790 or David Luxton 548 0521 Raffle: Margeret Gill | Joy Isley | Diana Lonsley | Brick Taylor Robert Baird | David Neilson | Jim Hart | Bruce Murdoch

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Omokoroa Omelette 27 June 2018 Omokoroa No1 School... CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! …to our HipHop team NGU who were placed first in the recent Hip Hop Competition-Project. They worked very hard towards this and deserved their win. Many thanks To Urban Dance and Brooke and Mrs Ryan who put so many hours in to help prepare these children. …and to Jax Martin in Room 3 who placed second in the Year 7 category of the Young NZ Writers Competition with his short story ‘The Dendy Family Murder’. A fantastic effort given there were over 1000 entries this year. Ka rawe Jax. To all the children who participated in the Small Schools and Tall Poppies Cross Country at Whakamarma School. It’s a long hard race and they all gave it their best shot. Our results were: Year 4 Boys Year 4 Girls 1st Thom Finnimore 3rd Katie Power 2nd Hugo Horan

Year 5 Girls Year 6 Boys Emily Pennington 1st Steve Ahearn 2nd Dylan McCausland 3rd Charlie Hawes

Year 6 Girls Year 7 Boys 1st Sarah Bryan 1st Leo Robbins 2nd Grace Richardson 3rd Grace Duncan Abigail Sheriff, Miles Lockyer, Sam Ryan, Jayden Parker (both right photos) Year 7 Girls Year 8 Boys Issac Glover-Bennett, Grace Richardson, 1st Nicole Poser 3rd Ben Westenberg Meg Hayden and Jade Harding (top 2nd Janae Fraser photo)

Classic Flyers and Yatton Park. The Junior school recently had a great day at Classic Flyers and Yatton Park. They increased their knowledge about their study on flight and then had an awesome time playing in the leaves identifying deciduous and evergreen trees at Yatton Park. Young Leader’s Day On the 14th of May many schools from around the North Island gathered at the Claudelands Arena for the Young Leaders Day 2018 event. Schools either selected some children that were showing promise or just bought a whole class. They even started off very energising with red lights and cool music like a concert. Then the hosts came out and introduced themselves, Christian Gallen and Liz Alexander. Then we had our first speaker Amanda Wilson. She talked about how her upbringing was hard but that she followed her dreams and managed to make a TV series, write a book, and go on many adventures. She said that determination is better than talent. Overall, she was very motivating. After every speaker there was a Q&A. Some of the questions were very well spoken and others brought up even more questions than answers. Finally, after all the speakers had finished there was a live performance by William Wiroua and Vince Harder, they sang a few songs not written by them but changed them up a bit to make them even better. But the best part of their performance was there song ‘Wowee’ at the end of the song. It was time to leave and the hosts waved us farewell. There were also autograph opportunities at the end. It was a fun and motivating day, and I look forward to next years. Jax Martin, 12

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Building Work Wanted Diane’s Décor Complete Lawn & Garden Services CAS builders. Decks & Fences | Alterations Not just curtains! Curtains, roman blinds, For all your lawn / gardening requirements. Call Retaining Walls | Houses - Phone Chris Schaburn tracks, rods. Roller blinds, home furnishings Phil 022 333 2644 or 549-4950 027 261 8095 or 548 2091 – fabric samples in local Showroom. 9:30 – 5 Omokoroa Cleaning Services Licensed Builder Practitioner (LBP) by appointment. ‘Free quotes and advice’ E: Homes, gardens, car valet. Glass/Tile Shower [email protected] Now on Facebook! rejuvenation. Water-blasting-Painting. All After Hours Cleaner Ph:548-1920 / 0272 846 543 enquires welcome. Ph. Ludi & Andrea 548-2657 Approx. six hours a week or 021 0700 021 Call Vicky 027 446 8831 Line Dancing @ Omokoroa Settlers’ Hall Craftsman Plumber FREE FIREWOOD Thursday Beginners… 1:30pm – 3pm, Friday Omokoroa local, 30 years’ experience, Avocado, dry and ready to burn. Various lengths General 9am – 12noon No partner required just for all small jobs, maintenance and repairs. averaging 1m. Will need splitting after collection join the line, get fit & have fun. A mix of Latin, Phone Jason 548-0292 or 021 241 9843 Must pick up in Whakamarama by arranged time. waltz, quick-step etc. plus country & western. Call Graham 027 650 7513 Rental Available Contact Shirley 548-1633 (general), Long or short term Furniture Transformation Omokoroa Jean 548-2808 (beginners) Ph Rachel 027 606 6010 Breathing new life into tired furniture. Vintage, Fancy That Costume Hire shabby chic, contemporary, retro, classic Gentle Pain Relief with Bowen Therapy At Aongatete. Good range of costumes, wigs and Commissions Contact me for a quote. Are you suffering from Neck, Shoulder or Knee accessories. Please phone: Lucia Knyvett. Call Georgina 548 2876 / 027 636 7492 pain, Sciatica, Tennis Elbow, RSI, Migraines, 0275 107 641 Chronic Fatigue or any other discomfort? Bowen Taekwondo-Selfdefense-Tai-Chi-Qigong Green Waste Removal Therapy offers a gentle and effective hands-on At Western Ave Pavilion Omokoroa Family Friendly $15 per wool bale bag as required. Loose green treatment. Kids–Juniors–Teenagers–Adults classes waste also removed. Call Hannelore on 548 0824 Time: 6pm-6:30pm / 6pm-6:50/6:50-7:50pm or Call Phil 022 333 2644 or 549-4950 6pm-7:50pm On Monday–Wednesday–Thursday Animal Health Care Tai Chi Saturday day class available Is your Animal in Pain, having Skin, Eye, Ear Ring 0275481960 Classified Advertisements problems, Arthritis, Epilepsy, Anxiety or just Personal $6.00 Business $11.00 unwell? Homeopathy and Bowen Therapy offer Painter Price per 20 words block or part thereof. safe and effective treatments supporting your For all your painting requirements. Phone Gerard animal back to health. Quilty 0274 475 493 A/Hrs 548-1337 40 word limit per advert. PH: 548-1583 E: [email protected] Call Hannelore on 548 0824 Learn the Ukulele! Or flute/recorder/guitar. Group lessons or FITNESS LEAGUE CLASS individual. Heaps of fun. Ph Lesley 027 6885223 Omokoroa Lions’ Market Venue: Omokoroa Settlers Hall nd or 281 0234 2 SUNDAY each month - 8th July Mondays 9.30am – 10.30am Western Ave. car-park. 9am-12noon Get your body in better condition, more FOR HIRE Come enjoy a morning out. Cakes, BBQ, drinks. supple, feel energised, easier movement. Woodsplitter Heavy Duty Safe Vertical Action Good shopping and good company. Have fun and make new friends. Ph Dave 0272945025 or 075770813 Car boot and stallholders welcome $5 per 5m Class involves weights, resistance bands, Local Electrician site. floor work, stretching, exercise with dance. Friendly, Fast and Efficient. Powerpoints, lights, Telephone: Brian 548-0933 or Peter 548-0430 For more info. ph. Gloria 021 1392448. Alarms, free quotes. Ph 548 0103 House Cleaning Services Painter Change your Mind Change your Reality Domestic cleaning - do you need help? For Interior/exterior. Clean, tidy, fast. Living in Take back control of your mind and your life, prompt, reliable, honest service, Omokoroa. Call Paul Hoskin for your free quote. specialising in the fast treatment of depression Call Nicky at POSH Ladies. 577-6948 Ph: 549 0342 or 021 977 346 and anxiety. Kymberley Carter-Paige 0275383777 Drum Incinerators for sale Pahoia/Apata Community Hall for Hire www.kymberleycarterpaige.com An amazing venue which also has a separate 7 Wairere Rise Omomoroa 44-gallon drum incinerators. $35.00 each. Delivered between Katikati and Tauranga. meeting room and a fully equipped kitchen. Drivers Wanted Phone: 548-0823 Quality tables and chairs also available for off- Class 4 & 5 drivers both casual and permanent site hire. Call Michele Smith 021 985 950 or drivers wanted. Ph. Omokoroa General Carriers Omokoroa Settlers’ Hall Email all enquiries to: [email protected] 07 548-0637 Available for bookings for clubs, special functions weddings, etc. Reasonable rates and In Pain? Clean Fill Site Wanted excellent facilities. For bookings phone Caroline Back pain, Stress & Anxiety, Poor Circulation, If you have a site that you want filled with clean on 548-1111or email settlers.hall@gmail. Lymphatic problems, Parkinsons and the list goes fill, then ring Dave Hanlon 0275 782 887 com. For what’s on see noticeboard or online at on. Try Cyclo-ssage - a full body pro/personal omokoroabeach.nz/amenities/settlers-hall system combines cycloidal massage with the MASSAGE infrared to give an ultimate non-invasive relaxing Therapeutic, relaxation, remedial, deep tissue. Ex Drum Tutor experience. For more information visit Polytech massage tutor. 20+ years’ experience. Professional working musician. 20yrs playing www.cyclo-ssage.co.nz or to book in a treatment Plummers Point. Nicky Two Bears 0273 661 111 and teaching experience. Beginner to advanced. call 548-1583. ACCOMMODATION WANTED. Jazz, Funk, Blues, Rock. 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YOUR CLUB/GROUP COULD BE HERE! CALL NOW TO BE IN THE NEXT ISSUE. PH: 07 548 1583 or E: [email protected] Are you new to lovely Omokoroa? Pahoia Creative Fibre Group Kids & Teens We are looking for people recently moved to the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tue. at Settlers’ Hall 10am. area. If that’s you come and join our Evenings - Settlers' Hall: 2nd & 4th Tues. 7pm. All Pre-School Story Time “New Settlers Group.” Meet new people - Share new members welcome. Learn to spin, felt, weave, At the Omokoroa Library Every Friday at 10am. your thoughts Spark ideas around - Have fun! This knit and crochet. (30mins) Caregivers must accompany children. group will be held on the first Wednesday of every Ph: Robyne 549 5100 or Barbara 021 144 6329 Whakamarama Community Playgroup month @1.30pm at The Centre, Come and join us for a morning of fun! community shop Hamurana Rd. Omokoroa History Group We are situated in the Whakamarama Hall. Meets every 2 months. To explore and preserve area Aqua-aerobics in Omokoroa Every Thursday from 9:30-12pm. For information history. Newcomers welcome. Interested? please ring: Debbie Allan 552-5141 Enhanced fitness levels, weight loss with lots of Call Jocelyn on 548-0110 or Colin on 548-1485 laughter and camaraderie. Everybody is welcome. Omokoroa Beach Mahjong Circle Omokoroa Toy Library Sessions 9am Mon, Wednesday & Fridays. Situated behind the Settlers’ Hall. Omokoroa HOT Pool. Only $6 per person. Tuesday’s 1pm @Western Ave. Sports Pavilion. Call: Diane 548-0132 or Denise 548-1385 Specialising in toys for 0-5’s from Contact Kim 027 246 8635 as little as 50c for 2 weeks, memberships Omokoroa Bridge Club Thursday is ART Day! available. Open Saturday mornings 9:30 - 11am Meets on Monday afternoons and Thursday Omokoroa Artists at Omokoroa Settlers’ Hall For more info email: evenings at the Omokoroa Church Hall. 9-12pm each Thursday. Follow us on Facebook: [email protected] We welcome all new members. For further Omokoroa Artists. Tea and coffee provided. For information please Ph: David Luxton 548 0521 Omokoroa Playcentre more information phone Jackie 548-1518 Situated behind Settlers Hall. or Karen 548-1454 Table Tennis Open 9am-12pm Mon, Thurs & Fri Interested in joining our local table tennis club. (during school term). Omokoroa Community Monday evenings 7pm – 8:30pm Free play for 0-6 yrs olds. Cyberlink $3 ahead - ($5 a couple) Includes supper. Visitors welcome - first 3 visits free. All level of players welcome. Enquiries [email protected] Would you like to join our Cyberlink in Held at The Settlers’ Hall - Omokoroa. Omokoroa? It is a central hub where Please bring Soft shoes and a bat if you have one, Mainly Music you email news of upcoming events, all other equipment will be provided. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9:15am for stuff you have to give away or need, Contact: Bruce Lauchlan 548-1741 a 9:30 start. Omokoroa Community Church for community information: garage sales, pre-school children Ph: 548-2515 lost or missing pets/things. Of course Tai Chi the list is as long as your imagination. At Omokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Whakamarama & Districts Kindergarten If you want to be informed about our Tues/Thurs 9:30am – 10:30am. Nestled amongst native bush, next to community then spread the word! This scientifically proven gentle exercise improves Whakamarama School. Spaces available. To sign up: Go to www.omokoroa.net balance, breathing, posture / joint flexibility. Sessions; Mon-Fri 8:30-2:30pm to use the online sign up form. Enter Beneficial for stress, blood pressure / asthma. Ph: 552-6631, visit 474 Whaka Rd, or your name and email address and click Wear comfortable clothing / soft soled shoes. Cost E: [email protected] the subscribe button. You can unsubscibe $5 / class. Ph: Trevor 022 322 3410 (Instructor) at any point. Cards 500 Your email addresses will be kept safe! Monday evenings 7:15pm at the Omokoroa Bowling Club. Visitors & new members welcome! Contact: Andy Smith 570-6035 Omokoroa Business Woman's Network We meet the last Monday of the month Working Bee at 7pm at Omokoroa Katikati Tramping Club All hands needed and all hands Preschool. Organisers welcome for oue next wokring bee are Deborah Rose Saturday July 7th clearing weeds in our reserve. (Alliance - Audio 2nd Monday of each month Visual & Electrical), Aongatete Long Loop - Easy 4 hours Vicky Scammell walk - 8.30am start. Please phone 9.30am - 12 noon. (Omokoroa Preschool) Leader Maddy Pyle 07 552 0215 if you Come with tools, bring some and Steph Drayson (Affordable Office would like to join us. enthusiasm, enjoy the camaraderie & Accounting Services) and let all enjoy our enviroment. The group is a place for woman in Sunday July 22nd Phone Jan: 548 2299 business to gather and encourage one another. We have a monthly education Sailors Grave to Lynch Stream Tairua topic and time for networking. plus Paku Hill - Easy/moderate - 8.30 Business owners and business managers start - Please phone Leader Ian Miles welcome. For more information: 07 863 7927 if you would like to join us. [email protected] or 0221 955 326

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