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Island beach ‘star system’ Masked feels the heat BANGKOK budget slashes have left the Beach Star Rat- ing project floundering with- out a single government agency tasked with tasked with conducting regular wa- faces of ter quality tests at Phuket’s major tourist beaches. Honorary Consuls and Am- bassadors tackle the issue. Full story on Pages 8-9 dissent DSI supercar probe whizzes Deputy PM incites unrest, by Phuket NO PHUKET registered ve- thousands protest ‘corrupt’ hicles were on first list of 488 supercars being investigated Pheu Thai Party policies by the Department of Special Investigations under suspicion of tax fraud. However, Phuket hasn’t al- By Chutharat Plerin ways had a clean record, said Phuket Land Transport Office THOUSANDS of anti-government protesters are to converge at chief Terayout Prasertphol. Saphan Hin at 5pm this Sunday to rally against the Pheu Thai Full story on Pages 3 and 10 Party administration. Protesters will again don white Guy Fawkes masks, obscuring their identity and marking them as supporters of the national anti- Airport Bus government movement “V for Thailand”. “It doesn’t matter which particular political point of view you plan grinds support, everyone who stands against [ousted and exiled former prime minister] Thaksin and [Prime Minister] Yingluck Shinawatra’s government are called to join the protest,” Apharat back into gear Chartchutikumjorn, Pitak Siam coordinator for Phuket, said. PHUKET transport authorities Although the main rally will be at Saphan Hin in Phuket Town, verbally agreed this week to some of the group’s members plan to set up smaller rally points launch the new Phuket Airport across the island, Ms Apharat said. Bus service. “We will not be alone. Other white mask rallies will be held in The service is now Bangkok at the same time,” she added. expected to only offer “hop Boonsupaa Tanthai, president of the We Preserve Phuket Club… on, hop off” transportation from the airport to Patong. Continued on Page 5 Masked protesters show up to denounce Pheu Thai Party. Photo: Saran Mitrarat Full story on Page 2 2 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS June 15 - 21, 2013 Airport public bus Property Self storage firm solves space issues in urban put back into gear Phuket. Page 14 Irfarn Jamdukor Business THE Phuket transport authorities on Tuesday verbally agreed to Roughly 25 million launch the new Phuket Airport Bus tourists to earn 1 trillion service on July 1. baht in 2013. Page 17 The bus service – to start with Page 17 six buses departing the airport to provide a “hop on, hop off” ser- Pets vice to the major tourist beaches Discover which breeds down the west coast – was ex- pected to clear its final hurdle and of dogs are proven the be up and running in March. How- most vicious. Page 36 ever, final approval by the provincial transportation commit- tee was delayed. History The committee will meet again Learn about early next Tuesday to ratify their deci- Portuguese influences sion in writing, Phuket Vice Governor and committee chair- in Siam. Page 41 man Chamroen Tipayapongtada confirmed. Events Of the 29 government officers, airport officials and tourism and Grand airshow and hotel industry representatives Buses for the airport service are ready to roll. Photo: Chutharat Plerin family picnic only two present at the meeting this week, weeks away. Page 42 not one person represented taxi or the project was launched. ter the new service has launched, Page 41 tuk-tuk associations on the island. “You launch the bus, we will we will invite every affected party “After much discussion today, definitely block the road,” to join a discussion to resolve any Sport we have agreed to launch the new Sommart Homwan, president of conflicts,” he added. Find out who won last bus service in two steps,” V/Gov the Kata-Karon Taxi and Tuk-tuk The decision to launch the new Chamroen explained. Driver’s “Co-operative”, said on service was unanimous, Phuket weekend’s Laguna “First, on Tuesday next week, April 5. Land Transport Office chief Marathon. Page Page 4750 we will officially approve the new Local police, however, said Terayout Prasertphol explained. service from the airport to Patong plainly that road blockades would “Every committee member only,” he said. not be tolerated. agreed the bus service should go By stopping the service at Pa- “The 24-seat buses will run ahead… The new service will ben- tong instead of running it to Kata, every hour from about 6am, when efit the people of Phuket and as originally planned, officials the first flight arrives at the air- tourists. They will have more avoid direct conflict with the Kata- port, to about 9pm,” V/Gov choices in road transport at af- Karon taxis and tuk-tuks, who Chamroen said. fordable prices,” Mr Terayout threatened a blockade in April if “Then, as our second step af- said. Brit busted Hotel manager, truck for dealing take 50-meter plunge A HOTEL manager lost control of his truck at the Khao Khad View- heroin point, plummeting 50 meters A PHUKET Marine Police sting down the treacherous hillside operation on June 7 busted a Brit- on June 7. ish national with 6.1 grams of Police received a report of the heroin smuggled onto Phuket incident at about 4:50pm and from Koh Samui. rushed to the scene with John Cawley, 22, was caught Kusoldharm Rescue workers to in a Rassada rental room at about find Korean national Don Yeol Seo 11:30pm in possession of the cat- alive, but trapped in the overturned egory 1 drug stuffed into seven vehicle. plastic bottles, said Phuket Marine “Mr Yeol Seo, 56, was bleed- Police Inspector Chatchai Sakdee. ing from his head and suffering The sting operation involved an what appeared to be internal inju- undercover officer entering the ries,” said Anurak Klangnarong of residence as a potential buyer. the Wichit Police. “As Mr Cawley began to negoti- “Rescue workers had to use a ate with our officer, our team rushed rope to reach Mr Yeol Seo, but it The truck hit a decorative rail the room,” Col Chatchai said. was very difficult due to the dense before rolling down the hillside. Officers collected a bag of forest on the steep hill,” Lt Anurak heroin, as well as seven bottles said. The man added the Mr Yeal Seo that also contained heroin. A man identifying himself as a worked for one of the hotels in “Mr Cawley confessed that the friend of the 56-year-old Korean Wichit, but police did not reveal drugs belonged to him, and we told police that the victim had been the name of the business. made our arrest,” Col Chatchai said. driving from Bor Rae District to Rescue workers transported the Mr Cawly was charged with Ao Yon. victim to Vachira Phuket Hospital Looking for a place to stay? the possession of a category 1 “He worked very hard that day for treatment. Police plan on ques- See more classified ads at www.phuketgazette.net drug with intent to sell. and didn’t have much time for rest,” tioning him once he is released. – Irfarn Jamdukor the man reportedly told police. – Kritsada Mueanhawong June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 3 No Phuket cars discovered on DSI supercar tax evasion list, yet NO PHUKET luxury cars are on the list of lists will be compiled and investigated. Davidson motorcycles to be registered 488 supercars whose owners are being Phuket Land Transport Office chief here,” he said. investigated for tax evasion, the Depart- Terayout Prasertphol said that his office has “At that time I was the PLTO adminis- ment of Special Investigation (DSI) has only registered legal vehicles and that all tration chief, and five owners of Ferrari and confirmed to the Gazette. taxes are fully paid on all vehicles regis- Mercedes-Benz cars and Harley-Davidson The DSI on Monday revealed the names tered in Phuket. motorcycles were arrested. of the owners of 488 luxury cars who will However, he admitted that was not “It took about six years for the case to be called in for questioning in a nation- always the case. be finally heard in court, but one PLTO of- Phuket supercars clean. Photo: Gazette file wide crackdown on supercar tax evasion “In 1998, Phuket was a target for illegal ficer was fired and another government (see page 10). vehicles, mainly stolen cars, to be regis- officer was sentenced to one year in jail,” ing to illegally register cars, but I turn them However, the officer added that the list tered. Back then, it was popular for Ferrari Mr Terayout said. down,” he said. was only the first list to be drawn up. Other and Mercedes-Benz cars and Harley- “I have received calls from people ask- – Orawin Narabal Loan leads to murder-suicide By Kritsada Mueanhawong in his hand and stabbed Mr Piboon,” said Col Sermphan. A REAL estate loan gone sour “The women saw the whole ended in the borrower stabbing the thing,” said Phuket City Police lender to death and then killing Inspector Yongyuth Kongmalai. himself with the same knife in the “They said there was no fight conference room of a Phuket between the two men. Mr Town bank on June 6. Phonthakorn stabbed Mr Piboon Phonthakorn Teerabenjakul, 51, several times, then stabbed him- a local real estate investor, had self,” he added. borrowed money from Piboon When police arrived at the Vachwanichsanong, 71, a well- scene they found both men lying known Phuket businessman and face up on the floor in a pool of the treasurer of the Tah Ruea blood, the knife protruding from Shrine. He used as collateral the the chest of Mr Phonthakorn. title to a piece of land he owned Mr Piboon had stab wounds in on which an apartment building his neck and on his right leg, arm- was being constructed, said pit and forearm. Mr Phonthakorn Phuket City Police Superintendent had seven wounds on his body. Sermphan Sirikong. Following Thai law, Mr “Mr Phonthakorn had agreed to Phonthakorn has been charged pay back the loan on June 5, but with murder despite the fact that was unable to do so,” Col he is deceased. Only the prosecu- Sermphan said. “The men had tor has the authority to cancel the tried to reach an agreement al- case, said Col Yongyuth. ready, but could not.” “We are focusing on the mur- They came to the bank to try der case,” Col Yongyuth said. “If again with the bank manager’s help. Officers outside the bank’s glass conference room where a midday meeting failed to resolve a loan conflict, our commander orders it, we can “The plan was to sell the prop- leading the borrower to stab the lender to death and then kill himself with the same knife. also investigate the details of the erty to two women who were that the men could not resolve Sophon Udomsab met at midday excused himself to let the men business deal, but for now, that is interested in buying it for 38 mil- how to divide the profit from the in the business loan section of the continue their discussion. not our responsibility,” he said. lion baht,” Col Sermphan said. sale. bank. Mr Phonthakorn and Mr “After Mr Sophon left the The property was valued at The two men, the buyers and Piboon negotiated, but couldn’t room, Mr Phonthakorn, who was Additional reporting by Irfarn 30.8mn baht, and police believe Bank of Ayudhya branch manager reach an agreement. Mr Sophon very tense, jumped up with a knife Jamdukor Drunk looking A shoe not the only clue to ‘Cinderella’ snatch thief POLICE have found a perfect fit Fun Housing Estate on June 7 when thieves stood up to escape, one German busted for the “Cinderella” snatch thief two youths on a motorbike started of them accidentally grabbed Ms after finding not only a single lost following her, said Lt Preecha O’Hagan’s slipper, leaving behind for crystal meth shoe left at the scene, but the mo- Rakjan of the Thalang Police. his own,” Lt Preecha said. A GERMAN national whose inebri- torbike insurance document in the The two youths pulled up next Unlike a the Cinderella fable, it ated driving style caught police at- name of the 17-year-old juvenile’s to Ms O’Hagan and attempted to wasn’t the shoe that brought the tention on June 8 was arrested in mother. rip her bag from her shoulder – the youth into police custody, it was Patong after he failed a drug test The underaged youth attempted Irish woman fought back, causing a moral-minded mother. and confessed to having drugs in to snatch an Irish woman’s purse the bikes to collide and sending all The youth has been charged. his hotel room. leading to a motorbike crash and three of them to the ground. – Thawit Bilabdullar Ms O’Hagan in shock. Tarek-Karim Riester, 44, was a lost flip flop. “One of the thieves, as well as stopped by Phuket Immigration Hannah O’Hagan, 27, was driv- Ms O’Hagan, lost a flip flop dur- officer Capt Angkarn Yasanop at ing a motorbike near Baan Term ing the accident. When the two about 1:30am. “When we arrived at the JJ market behind Jungceylon, we saw a man riding a motorbike but he couldn’t keep the motorbike straight.” Mr Riester, who did not have his passport on him, was taken to Patong Immigration Office to con- firm his immigration status and also to take a drug test. Mr Riester failed the drug test, he confessed to having ya ice (crystal methamphetamine). He was charged with posses- sion of a Category 1 narcotic. – Kritsada Mueanhawong 4 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS June 15 - 21, 2013 CGI fails to sell Patong tunnel Local residents press for alternate tunnel, improvements to Route 4029

By Saran Mitrarat Also granted 30 per cent of the the route affected a protected score were economic and invest- water source in the hills. THE Expressway Authority of ment factors, which included project “I have spent more than 10 years Thailand (EXAT), commissioned cost and revenue-generating ability. trying to improve Route 4029. The to roll out the Patong Tunnel “The last factor was the envi- best solution is what you are look- project, has released a video high- ronmental effect. This was ing at right now,” Mayor Pian said. lighting the preferred route the attributed 40 per cent of the total Another public meeting is to be tunnel will take through the Phuket score,” Mr Kanok explained. held before the end of the month. hills separating the Kathu valley “Route Two is the best choice. “At that meeting we will decide from the beachside resort town of It scored 72.49 out of 100 points. on the exact route the tunnel and Patong. This is the route for which we will approach roads will take. We will The preferred route was cho- compile and present an Environ- also have to discuss with residents sen after a panel of experts mental Impact Assessment how to minimize the impact on investigated three major factors [EIA],” he added. them and negotiate the rates for in the selection process. The route chosen and presented expropriating the properties re- Kanok Khemnak, managing at a public meeting last week was quired to build the project,” Mr director of Enrich Consultants the same one that stirred strong Kanok explained. Co Ltd, which was hired to opposition from residents of Baan “There will be a final public carry out the evaluation of seven Mon in Patong in April, many of feedback hearing in August to possible routes, explained, “The whom will have to be relocated summarize the overall plan. We first category of factors consid- from their family homes to make expect to propose this project to ered was engineering and traffic, way for the mega-project. Cabinet before the end of this in which we considered: the length “We want to focus on traffic year,” he said. of the route; the aesthetics of the and safety. There is no need to Local residents face relocation and oppose tunnel Route Two. Image: EXAT “The survey is to be completed project; the efficiency of the con- build a tunnel. We [Baan Mon resi- before July and we will design the struction to be undertaken; and dents] have already suggested that “But if you are determined to likelihood of accidents,” he added. route in detail by May 2014. Con- safety aspects.” it would be better to improve build a tunnel, we already sug- Patong Mayor Pian Keesin struction will start in 2017 and we The category was attributed 30 Route 4029 [Phra Barami Road, gested Route Seven in order to pointed out that Route Seven was expect to complete the project in per cent of the total score in the over Patong Hill],” one local resi- make the road and tunnel as ruled out by the Ministry of Natu- 2018 with a total budget of 6 to 7 entire decision process, he added. dent said at the meeting. straight as possible to reduce the ral Resources and Environment as billion baht,” Mr Kanok said.

Ms Suvimon and Mr Hasachai are the third dealers to be arrested in connection to a Swedish tourist caught with crystal methamphetamine. Drug dealer web unravels after May arrest of Swede TWO gun-stashing drug dealers After finding 1.82grams of ya were scooped up on June 7 in the ice (crystal methamphetamine) wake of a drug bust that netted a under the seat, police accompa- Swedish national in Karon last nied the pair to their room at Patak month. Soi 1 and discovered three guns Hasachai Khaokhem and and ammunition, said Karon Po- Suvimon Chaikhun were arrested lice Deputy Superintendent when police recognized them Sophon Borirak. from a description given last Mr Hasachai confessed that he month by drug dealer Nattharin had purchased the drugs from a Dansathaporn, 29. friend who lives in Rawai to Mr Nattharin was found based sell to tourists in the Karon area, on information supplied by dealer Lt Col Sophon said. Rungruang Kwanthong, 37, who Mr Hasachai and Ms Suvimon had in turn been fingered by Swede have been charged with posses- Jen Peter, 48, and Thai national sion of a category 1 drug with Kwanpana Thani, 29, who were intent to sell and illegal possession both arrested on drugs charges on of firearms and ammunition. May 8. During police questioning Mr Police officers on a routine Hasachai identified the man who patrol in Karon recognized Mr sold him the drugs. Police declined Hasachai and Ms Suvimon and to name the dealer. asked to search their motorbike. – Kritsada Mueanhawong June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 5 Anti-government rallies continue From page 1 Pheu Thai Party, but if they don’t, that building project is not going …confirmed that many members anywhere,” he said. of his organization will be joining Deputy PM Plodprasop’s com- the rally this Sunday. ments sparked outrage among “There will be more than 1,000 Phuket community members, people there, including many mem- who rallied thousands to protest bers of the We Preserve Phuket the current government’s actions. Club,” he said. “We need a government that is Already thousands of Phuket fair to all of its people. Phuket earns residents have donned Guy a lot of money for the entire na- Fawkes masks and tion, but our ICEC joined the anti-govern- ‘We will not project was cancelled. ment “V for Thailand” For Plodprasop to say protest against the cur- accept a tyrannical such a thing is a total rent administration. government disgrace,” the V- “We are not a mob, anymore.’ Phuket statement said. we have gathered to let Anti-Pheu Thai the government know – V-Phuket Party spokesperson that their management of Thailand Jittakorn Bushaba took the stage has failed,” said a statement issued at Saphan Hin last Sunday. “We under the name “V-Phuket” dur- are all Thais. We must protect our ing the Phuket V for Thailand rights to receive from the govern- protest last Sunday. ment without corruption,” he said. The catalyst for the V-Phuket Mr Jittakorn made it clear to protest last week was the same that the thousands in attendance that Phuket Democrat MP Raywat Areerob attacks the Pheu Thai administration at a rally in Phuket Town on June 7. drew hundreds of protesters to the protest was not about toppling Provincial Hall two days earlier: the the government, but about chang- Shinawatra… has worked only to was lost to corruption. thinly veiled threats of Deputy ing “the management team”. help those that voted for her and The protest last Sunday came Prime Minister Plodprasop “We have chosen white masks for the benefit of her relatives.” just 48 hours after members of the Suraswadi against the people of to represent the supporters of Thai- Many of the masked protesters We Preserve Phuket Club stormed Phuket concerning the cancelled land because it is not about yellow held signs denouncing the handling Phuket Provincial Hall demanding International Convention and Ex- shirts or red shirts; it is about stop- of the rice-pledging scheme. that PM Yingluck relieve Deputy hibition Center (ICEC) project. ping the flagrant abuse of power. As the protesters attacked the PM Plodprasop of his position. “Phuket is next on the list for a “We will not stand by as people rice-pledging scheme on Phuket, “We need a government that will convention hall after we finish the seek only personal gain after they opposition leader Abhisit Vejjajiva move Thailand forward,” Phuket one here,” Deputy PM Plodprasop have been voted into power by the attacked it at his own press con- Democrat MP Raywat Areerob said. said in Chiang Mai. “But I will not people, for the benefit of the ference in Bangkok, alleging the allow it to be built. We might build people,” Mr Jittakorn said. project had suffered a loss of Additional reporting by Saran Mitrarat it if Phuket people vote for the “For 17 months, Yingluck 260bn baht, and that much of it and The Nation. 6 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS June 15 - 21, 2013 Monsoon rains deluge Phuket By Kritsada Mueanhawong

TORRENTIAL rains brought by the south- west monsoon caused flooding across Phuket last Sunday night and again on Tues- day morning. The two-hour downpour on Sunday night flooded major streets in Patong, in- cluding the party district of Soi Bangla, to depths of half a meter. “The flooding started at 9pm,” said Kathu District Chief Weera Kerdsirimongkol. “It took about eight hours for all the ex- cess water to drain and for Patong to return to normal,” he said. Patong Municipality workers used pumps to clear water in areas where storm drains were not providing sufficient drain- age. Other areas also needed water pumped to clear roads, including the road from Wat Naka to Suan Luang (Rama IX, also known as King’s park). Flooding in Patong did not stop people from carrying on with business, or at least attempting to. Photos: Mark Knowles/Kristsada Mueanhawong The respite that followed was short lived. ered to the emergency ward. Kathu District Chief Veera explained that cluded Phang Muang Sai Kor Road, Rat-U- Tuesday morning saw over 56mm of Patong Police Superintendent Chiraphat keeping the storm drains throughout the Thit 200 Pee Road, Ratchapatanusorn Road, rainfall recorded in Phuket Town in just Pochanaphan said that his officers and town clear of debris was critical in helping Sainamyen Road, Thaweewong Road, Soi three hours, from 7am to 10am, and the those from Patong Municipality were man- the floodwater to recede. Bangla, Soi Sansabai and Laem Petch Inter- weather monitoring station at Phuket Air- ning pumps to drain floodwater blocking “We need to accelerate the drainage of section at the north end of the beach. port recorded 14.4mm from 4am to 7am access to the front of the police station. water into the sea as quickly as possible. Areas near Phuket Town identified as at and a further 9.8mm from 10am to 1pm. “If the rain stops, the water will recede We have called in all relevant agencies to risk of flooding included Wirat Hongyok The result was more flooding, with ac- and everything will return to normal. In the make this possible. If the rain stops, the Road, Wat Naka Road and the entrance to cess routes to the Patong Hospital and meantime, police are performing their regu- floodwater will recede quickly,” he Suan Luang. Patong Police Station under water. lar duties as usual,” he said. assured. Local government agencies were told to Patong Hospital Director Sirichai Silpa- Flash floods also inundated Phang The Department of Disaster Prevention prepare response teams, pumps and other archa confirmed that the hospital’s Muang Sai Kor Road, which runs behind and Mitigation Phuket office (DDPM- equipment to provide emergency assistance facilities remained unaffected, though the Jungceylon shopping mall, blocking mo- Phuket) has issued a flood warning for all in case of flash floods and landslides. heavy vehicles were brought in to make torists in small cars from continuing their areas across the island. sure any inbound patients could be deliv- journey. Areas in Patong identified as flooded in- Additional reporting by Paramee Poolsawat Mosquito virus news buzz batted Three trucks up in flames THREE pickup trucks burned down by Phuket Public Officials early Tuesday morning in a fire THE news buzz across the Zika virus, which police believe was caused by a the Pacific that has is transmitted to hu- faulty liquid gas (LPG) tank or worked its way back mans by mosquitoes. arson. to Thailand after a Ca- The virus, consid- Police responded to a report just nadian woman was ered exotic in North after 1am that vehicles parked next forced to turn to the America, is common to each other were ablaze at a com- Gunfire over American Centers for in Phuket and not of mercial building near the entrance Disease Control (CDC) special concern, pub- to Wat Manik in Srisoonthorn, to identify a mysterious lic health officials said. Thalang. lack of sauce malady has been batted Dr Krit Sakulpat, Firemen took 30 minutes to put THERE are few things more irri- down by Phuket Public deputy chief of the out the fire, which appeared to Police suspect arson or a faulty tating in life than not having LPG tank caused the truck to Officials. Dr Krit Sakulpat said he Phuket Provincial have started in the truck parked enough sauce to go with your khao catch fire. Photo: Thawit Bilabdullar The 45-year-old Ca- is not worried about Health Office, con- in the middle, causing serious man kai, as the actions of one man nadian tourist, who the Zika virus. Photo: firmed that “the Zika damage to the vehicles parked next that the three trucks were modi- made abundantly clear. visited Bangkok and Chutharat Plerin virus is common in to it as well. fied to run on fuel carried in the When Wacharawong Lilasir- Phuket, was bitten repeatedly by Phuket and throughout Southeast “The trucks belong to Tropical LPG tanks in their beds. inuwong asked for extra sauce at mosquitoes, reported The Canadian Asia. It is not a deadly virus.” Landscaping International Com- “It is possible that there was a Boss Khao Man Kai in Chonburi and Press. Doctors at her hometown “The World Health Organiza- pany, a gardening service,” Duty problem with the tank of the was denied by owner Sakphadung hospital could not identify what tion has not informed us of Officer Kitthiphum Thinthalang of middle truck. Otherwise, it may Benchakun, an argument broke out. was wrong with her, so blood concerns about the virus in Thai- the Thalang Police said. be a case of arson,” he said. Punches were exchanged be- samples were sent to the CDC. land or Phuket. If they do, we will Phuket Provincial Police Com- Forensic police investigations fore a furious 25-year-old The woman was eventually di- take action,” he said. mander Choti Chavalviwat said are ongoing. Wacharawong left the establish- agnosed as having contracted – Irfarn Jamdukor that the initial investigation showed – Kritsada Mueanhawong ment, returning minutes later in his black Mercedes-Benz – with a gun. He sprayed the stall with bul- lets, grazing Mr Sakphadung and causing customers to run for their lives. Then he fled the scene. On June 1, Chantaburi Police traced Mr Wacharawong to an apartment in Chantaburi’s Muang District and arrested him. The next day, the long-haired sus- pect was taken to Pattaya Police Station and made to re-enact the at- tack in front of the media and several of his relatives. He confessed to carrying out the shooting, claiming he hadn’t meant to hurt anyone, only to “teach a lesson” to Mr Sakphadung for his meanness with the sauce. – Kom Chad Luek June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 7 8 PHUKET GAZETTE PHUKET NEWS June 15 - 21, 2013 US Ambassador Kenney showers praise on Phuket Phuket By Orawin Narabal

US AMBASSADOR Kristie BANGKOK budget cuts leave Thailand’s Kenney praised an array of “Beach Star Rating” system adrift, with no aspects of Phuket during her one- single government body monitoring the day outreach trip to the island on Wednesday. key attraction for the Kingdom’s vital “I am very thankful for every tourism industry. Phuket police officer. I am aware of how hard your work is, espe- The Gazette’s Chutharat Plerin reports. cially as Phuket is a tourism city and you have to take care of not THE Pollution Control Department “However, we are hoping that only Thai people, but also foreign- (PCD) in Bangkok has slashed the we might be able to revive the ers,” Amb Kenney said to budget for the Beach Star Rating project by December this year,” Provincial Police Commander project, leaving no single agency he added. Choti Chavalviwat in front of the tasked with conducting regular Indeed, the Phuket PCD office press at Phuket Provincial Police water quality tests at Phuket’s has been asked to start monitor- Station. major tourist beaches. ing beach water quality at 56 Maj Gen Choti reported that last Instead, for now, local authori- “beach stations” along the Anda- year 81 foreign tourists died from ties are left to their own devices man coast from October on. natural, accidental or self-inflicted US Ambassador to Thailand Kristie Kenney (left) joins Phuket Governor to monitor, test and report how “We have yet to be informed causes, including drowning, ill- Maitri Inthusut for a talk at Provincial Hall. Photo: Kritsada Mueanhawong much wastewater is pumped into exactly where the beach water- ness and suicide. some incidents might have caused of the sailors of the USS Nimitz the sea surrounding Phuket. testing stations will be,” Mr “In 2013, there were 53,” he a negative image of Phuket in during their shore leave last “We have never monitored wa- Akrawat said. said. some people’s eyes, I totally un- month, Amb Kenney praised the ter pollution at beaches. Our Currently, every local govern- However, he also said that the derstand that you did your best and beauty of the island as a tourist mandate has always been to moni- ment authority in Phuket has their number of robberies and assaults tried your best to help. It was just destination, saying that it was a tor pollution levels in fresh own public health division, which that foreigners were involved in out of your control.” “perfect union between city life waterways, such as Bang Yai Ca- is tasked with monitoring pollu- had risen from 45 in 2012 to 51 in Gen Choti, Phuket’s top rank- and the beauty of nature”. nal,” Akrawat Hiranphan, the tion levels at beaches in their area. 2013. ing police officer, thanked the US “We will do our best to take Environmental Expert at the “Once a month, they send us a Regardless, Gen Choti pointed Embassy for having arranged good care of American citizens in Phuket PCD office said. report on the pollution levels of out, “American people are not training last month for officers on Phuket. The US Embassy can “When there are complaints we wastewater discharged into the among those who cause a lot of how to prevent credit card fraud. contact me directly next time for will go and investigate. We are ca- sea,” Mr Akrawat explained. problems in Phuket.” “The training was very benefi- any help,” Gov Maitri said. pable of doing the tests to “But they don’t have the exper- Amb Kenney replied, “Thank cial to us,” he said. determine water quality at beaches tise. Even Patong and Kata-Karon you for taking good care of Ameri- After thanking Phuket Gover- Additional reporting by Kritsada as we have our own laboratory,” Municipalities do not have the tech- can citizens in Phuket. Although nor Maitri Inthusut for taking care Mueanhawong he added. nical abilities among their own Regular tests of the seawater at officers to carry out water-quality Phuket beaches were once carried tests; write the reports; and operate Hundreds join World Oceans Day out under the PCD’s Beach Star Rat- and maintain their wastewater treat- ings project, but now even that ment facilities. Instead, they hire NEARLY 500 local students and ernor Maitri Inthusut called on project has private compa- other participants joined together people to: 1) help others realize the fallen to budget nies to do it for at the Phuket Aquarium in celebra- importance of the sea; 2) stop cuts. Also the them,” he ex- tion of World Oceans Day 2013 illegal and legal activities that are responsibility for plained. last Saturday. damaging our coastal resources; monitoring envi- “Ideally, we “For this special day we encour- and 3) take active steps to improve ronmental want to check age people to become more aware the marine environment. pollution levels the water qual- of the problems facing our oceans, “Phuket is a world-class tour- at the beaches ity at Phuket and the need for them to take ist destination and has some of the has been passed beaches action,” Sombat Poovachiranon of Governor Maitri (right) takes part most beautiful ocean areas on onto local au- between De- the Phuket Marine Biological Cen- in the turtle release celebration. Earth. The people of Phuket must thorities. cember and ter (PMBC) said. placed in the water around Koh protect this treasure from those “The beach January. Unlike To promote the rejuvenation of Khai, following which 29 Olive who are destroying the corals and star ratings during the rainy the oceans around Phuket, digni- Ridley sea turtles and 19,999 Sea overfishing… We also must keep were originally season [May to taries at the event attached coral Bass fry were released. our beaches clean,” he said. intended to be October], the frags to cement blocks to be During the event, Phuket Gov- – Saran Mitrarat carried out surf at west each year, but Independent water testing in Patong. coast beaches now there is no Photo: Paramee Poolsawat during these budget to carry them out,” ex- months is very calm, which gives plained Mr Akrawat. us a clearer reading of the true The PCD star ratings allowed water quality,” Mr Akrawat said. local authorities to nominate “Also, December and January beaches in their ambit to be tested are peak tourism months for Phuket, and awarded a rating. In doing so, during which there are more people PCD officers from Bangkok trav- on the island – and hence more elled the country and conducted wastewater being discharged into hundreds of tests of visual, noise the sea – than at any other time of and environmental pollution in or- the year,” he added. der to attribute how many stars a beach should be bestowed. PATONG Other factors considered when determining a Beach Star Rating in- Somyot Singhbamrung of Patong cluded beach encroachment and the Municipality’s Environment Divi- number of beach umbrellas and sun sion wasn’t overly concerned loungers on the beach. about Patong not being given a That project has been shelved. clean bill of health by the PCD’s “We don’t know when we will star rating project. be able to start up the Beach Star “We’re not worried about Rating project again. It depends Patong Beach not being given a on whether or not the central gov- rating, as long as we keep our ernment gives us the budget,” Mr beach clean,” he said. Akrawat explained. “Our wastewater treatment plant June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 9 beach ratings dead

The water lapping against Patong Beach is no longer an Andaman green.

A tourist walks barefooted along Patong Beach, which hasn’t been given a star rating since 2011. A pile of rubbish washed up onto Patong Beach during the low season. is working very well. We do not top priorities. We have continually ing are publicized on a website in website to be released at the end Mr Smulders also pointed out release any untreated wastewater upgraded our network of Thai, which, for now, cannot be of the year contains an English there is a Thai website dedicated into the sea and we pick up trash pumphouses, treatment plants and accessed due to the website being version so that tourists and other to the beach rating, but updated on our beach daily,” he added. drains to make sure untreated under construction. The site will interested parties can have access information was not available. Mr Somyot explained that the wastewater does not leak into the not be operational until the end of to the latest update of the quality plant, located along Soi Nam Sia beach again,” he said. the year, Mr Smulders explained. of the seawater around Phuket?” Additional reporting by Auntika (literally “Wastewater Street”), “Is it possible that the new he asked. Sivasen and Paramee Poolsawat. has been upgraded to eight treat- UNDER THE MICROSCOPE ment ponds that cope with the more than 4,700 cubic meters of Regardless of local health officials’ untreated wastewater that arrives confidence that beach water in each day. their areas is clean, the news that “The treated water, about 2,700 there is no clear monitoring of cubic meters a day, is randomly pollution at Phuket beaches comes tested by an independent com- as the Senate Standing Commit- pany. Nearly all of it is used for tee for Tourism on Wednesday watering public gardens and trees conducted an inspection of the along the sides of the roads, as major beaches along the island’s well as for hosing the streets west coast. clean. Only a small amount is re- Led by Phuket Senator leased into the Pak Bang Canal Tunyarat Achariyachai, who is [which empties into Patong Bay],” also the chair of the Senate Stand- Mr Somyot said. ing Committee on Tourism, the “The solid waste collected dur- sortie inspected the beaches at Nai ing the treatment process is dried Yang, Surin, Kamala, Patong, and used by Patong Municipality Karon and Kata. as fertilizer,” he added. The tour was staged the day be- fore the committee and leading KATA-KARON Phuket tourism figures were due to meet Tourism and Sports Minister Likewise, Wanchalerm Hames- Somsak Pureesrisak on Thursday. alamard of Kata-Karon Contacted by the Gazette, the Municipality’s Public Health Of- Honorary Consul for the Nether- fice said that he was not bothered lands in Phuket, Seven Smulders, about his beaches not receiving a revealed that he would be raising star rating from the PCD. the issue of the quality of the “As long as we keep our beaches beaches and seawater as a matter clean, we’re happy,” he said. of great concern for Phuket, Mr Wanchalerm said Kata- tabling the issue at a meeting of Karon Municipality had learned its European ambassadors scheduled lesson from two years ago, when to take place on Friday, June 14, a German documentary TV crew at Mai Khao Beach. from the popular travel show “We “In 2011, 16 beaches in Phuket Save Your Vacation” exposed un- were given a PCD beach star rat- treated wastewater flowing across ing. The major beaches were part the sand from a pumphouse at Kata of the survey. All these beaches Beach, directly into the water got either a 4-star [good] or a 3- where tourists swam. star [fair] rating,” he said. The Phuket Governor at the “In 2012, the major beaches in time, Tri Augkaradecha, oversaw Phuket were not surveyed. Nine the public explanation that pumps beaches were instead surveyed at flow stations had failed, and and most of them got a 3-star rat- the resulting plan by local offi- ing. The reason given was that in cials to repair and install pumps 2012 the authorities wanted to where needed to make sure tour- concentrate on the other – not yet ists were not exposed to the same surveyed – beaches in Phuket so sludge again. that data of more beaches would “Since then we have made become available,” he explained. wastewater treatment one of our The results of the seawater test- 10 PHUKET GAZETTE NATIONAL NEWS June 15 - 21, 2013 Singaporean lese majeste convict given royal pardon A SINGAPOREAN man jailed since 2009 on land for several decades. eight lese-majeste convicts who signed an open charges of insulting the monarchy has been He was welcomed at the prison gate by letter addressed to Prime Minister Yingluck granted a royal pardon and released from his wife and friends before being led away Shinawatra asking for her intervention in get- prison. by police to deal with his immigration ting them royal pardons. Wanchai Sae Tan, who was serving a 15- status. The group composed high-profile figures such year sentence in Bangkok Remand Prison, was Mr Wanchai was arrested on April 6, 2009 as Surachai “Sae Dan” Danwattananusorn, released on June 5. Following his release, he for handing out leaflets deemed to be insult- Daranee “Da Torpedo” Chanchoengsilapakul and was set to be deported from Thailand. ing to the monarchy during a red-shirt Lerpong “Joe Gordon” Wichaikhammat. Mr Wanchai, 63, will be sent home to demonstration. Joe Gordon, a Thai-born US citizen, was Singapore, having lived and worked in Thai- In March 2012, Mr Wanchai was one of released in July last year.

Mr Ekkayuth Photo: The Nation Cops investigate business tycoon’s disappearance DSI peeks under hood The chauffeur of abducted million- aire businessman Ekkayuth Anchan- butr on June 11 admit- ted to murdering him, former police spokesman Lt General of supercar scandal Prawut Thavornsiri said on his Twitter account. THE department of Special Inves- Two other suspects who alleg- tigation (DSI) has uncovered a edly helped the chauffeur, luxury-car tax evasion scam that Santiparb Pengduang, are on the may have cost Thailand as much run, a source told The Nation, as 20 billion baht. without providing details about Politicians, their relatives, gov- each person’s role or how the ernment officials and celebrities murder took place. The known are among the owners of thou- motive so far – according to Mr sands of high-end cars suspected Santiparb’s confession – is that to be involved in the scandal. Mr Ekkayuth fired the chau- The DSI has already named 488 ffeur’s girlfriend. car owners. Suwat Apaipak, Mr Ekkayuth’s The issue came under the spot- lawyer, said that the tycoon was light late last month after four last seen at a restaurant in Bangkok supercars in a trailer truck caught on the night of June 6. fire in Nakhon Ratchasima while Mr Suwat said Mr Ekkayuth did they were on their way to Si Sa not show up for an appointment Ket. the next day and when one of the Nobody stepped forward to friends called him, he said he was claim ownership of the vehicles, busy with a “senior person”. leading officials to suspect some- Mr Ekkayuth reportedly called thing criminal was taking place. his sister, Supaporn Waenlor, at Imported luxury cars are usu- 9am that day, telling her to give a ally subject to an import tax rate checkbook to a driver of the fam- of between 200 and 314 per cent. ily company. The driver was told But auto parts are subject to a to meet Mr Ekkayuth at much lower rate of just 30 to 50 Suvarnabhumi Airport. per cent. The import rate for luxury cars, such as Lamborghinis, is between 200 and 314 per cent. Photo: The Nation When the driver went to the air- Criminal gangs are believed to port, he was met by Mr Santiparb. be buying second-hand supercars The DSI found that the plants ported legally. Mr Santiparp took the check- abroad, partially disassembling were actually just godowns, with Mr Tarit said he had already told book and returned with three them and then importing them into none of the equipment needed to the Customs Department to block cheques for a total of 5 million Thailand as “auto parts”. put together supercars. They also anybody trying to drive a reas- baht signed by Mr Ekkayuth. The Or they import the cars in one found five luxury cars, as well as sembled car out of the country. company driver was told to cash piece, paying off corrupt customs more than 24,000 bottles of alco- “This measure is needed to en- the cheques. officials to register them as parts. hol, believed to have been sure that nobody will try to hide After collecting the cash, the The cars are then fraudulently smuggled into the Kingdom. his or her car in a neighboring driver returned to the airport and registered as having been “reas- to avoid paying taxes,” DSI chief The DSI is focusing its initial country,” he said. handed the money to Mr Santiparp, sembled” in Thailand. Tarit Pengdith told the press. investigations on vehicles worth An informed source disclosed who then left the scene in a van. “We suspect that 5,832 luxury Last week, the DSI carried out more than 4 million baht each, that records showed some indi- Mr Santiparp was later found cars have been registered illegiti- inspections of several facilities reg- demanding that their owners step viduals owned dozens of these by police in Southern Thailand. mately in a way that allows buyers istered as “reassembling plants”. forward to prove they were im- reassembled vehicles. Wildlife trade source hit, hundreds of animals seized BANGKOK police cracked down Mr Montri produced import on an alleged wildlife trade source and purchase papers to prove in Bangkok, seizing hundreds of that the animals underwent le- wild birds and animals. gal procedures. Included in the haul were 14 Ek Ekkasart of the Metropoli- white lions, four civets, one leop- tan Police Bureau 3 said the ard cat, two hornbills, and one possession of a leopard cat, horn- slow loris, as well as 23 meerkats, bill, civet or slow loris was illegal 12 peacocks and 17 marmosets. and that Mr Montri would face The owner of the house, Montri legal action. Boonphrom-on, claimed the ani- Despite the documents pre- mals were legally imported. 14 lions were seized. Photo: The Nation sented, police seized all the Metropolitan Police Bureau 3 joined with Natural animals pending a full investigation. Resources and Environment Ministry in apprehend- Officials initially charged Mr Montri with having ing caretakers at the facility and seizing about 200 to wild animals in his possession without permission, 300 animals and birds. and conspiring to hide and trade wild animals. June 15 - 21, 2013 REGIONAL NEWS PHUKET GAZETTE 11 Myanmar defends two-child In brief… Nearly 300 garment workers fired over policy for Rohingya families Cambodian strikes AT LEAST 288 workers who pro- By Jason Szep duce clothing for US sportswear and Andrew Marshall company Nike have been fired for taking part in strikes last month MYANMAR’s Immigration Minis- that turned violent, according to ter has expressed support for a their union and dismissal notices. controversial two-child limit on a The workers want the com- Muslim minority group that oppo- pany, which employs more than sition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and 5,000 people at the plant, to give the United Nations call discrimina- them US$14 (432 baht) a month tory and a violation of human rights. to help pay for transport, rent and Khin Yi, Minister of Immigra- healthcare costs on top of their tion and Population, is the most US$74 (2,291 baht) a month mini- senior official to publicly support mum wage. the recently announced enforce- ment by local authorities of a two-child policy in northwestern Dengue fever kills Rakhine State for Rohingya Muslims, a stateless minority 26 people in Laos termed “Bengalis” by the THE Ministry of Health of Laos is Myanmar government. urging the public to clear out po- “This will benefit the Bengali tential mosquito breeding sites to women,” Khin Yi told Reuters. prevent the spread of the disease. His comments coincide with From January 1 to May 31 this mounting international concern year, 26 people have died from over the treatment of minority dengue and more than 6,000 people have been infected with the Muslims in the majority Buddhist A Muslim girl wearing traditional thanaka paste is pictured at a refugee camp outside Sittwe. Photo: Reuters country following outbreaks of virus, according to the ministry. communal violence that have 10 or 12 children,” said Khin Yi. old lineage in Rakhine State. – Vientiane Times killed hundreds of people since last “It’s not good for child nutrition. The United Nations has called year and made more than 140,000, It’s not very easy for schooling. on Myanmar to “to remove such Coastal erosion mostly Muslims, homeless. It is not very easy to take care of policies or practices”. New York- Continued religious tensions are the children.” based Human Rights Watch said ravages Hoi An among the biggest challenges for Asked whether he supported the law was “violating interna- THE Vietnamese coastal city Hoi the reformist government that re- the policy, he replied: “Yes.” tional human rights protections An is facing dramatic erosion placed a military junta in 2011. Khin Yi said the two-child and endangering women’s physi- along the ancient town’s famous Health workers say the two- A spokesman for the Rakhine policy appears to have been imple- cal and mental health”. coastline, with dozens of resorts child policy encourages unsafe State government last month re- mented on a grass-roots level by Nobel Peace Prize winner Suu in danger of disappearing under- abortions in one of Southeast affirmed a 2005 two-child the local authorities. “The order Kyi has called the policy “discrimi- water in the future. Asia’s poorest regions. regulation in two townships, is not issued by the central gov- nation” that is “not in line with “It’s the worst situation of its Authorities in Rakhine State say Buthidaung and Maungdaw, part ernment. It is not issued by the human rights”. kind that I’ve ever seen,” said they need to impose controls on of a web of restrictions drawn up state government,” he said. A 1982 Citizenship Act excluded Nguyen Van Hien, the head of the Rohingya to prevent further un- by the former military government He said the policy would help Rohingya from Myanmar’s 135 city’s natural resources and rest. In Sittwe, the Rakhine State to control a fast-growing reduce problems caused by large recognized ethnic groups, effec- environment office. “The beach is capital, apartheid-like policies have Rohingya population. impoverished families. tively rendering them stateless. dramatically disappearing. It segregated Buddhists from Mus- “The Bengali women living in The policy has drawn world- Bangladesh also disowns them stretched out 200m just 10 years lims, many of whom live in the Rakhine State have a lot of wide condemnation and stoked a and has refused to grant them ago, but now it has narrowed to prison-like ghettos, since sectar- children. growing debate over treatment of refugee status since 1992. 40m. The rest is underwater now,” ian violence in June last year. “In some areas, one family has Rohingya, who claim a centuries- – Reuters he said. – Viet Nam News Sulu sultan decries extradition plot THE camp of Sulu Sultan Jamalul Kiram III on Monday accused the presidential palace Malaca ang of secretly plotting to surrender the sultan and his followers to Ma- laysian authorities, citing the pre- vious extradition of Moro leader Nur Misuari from Malaysia as a precedent. The sultanate’s spokesman, Abraham Idjirani, warned that the move would likely trigger “violent results in Mindanao.” “It would mean deception on the part of the government which had signed a peace deal with our Sultan Jamalul Kiram fears being extradited to Malaysia. Photo: Reuters Muslim brothers just recently,” She said the extradition would Malaca ang, however, advised Idjirani said. have no legal basis since those to the camp of the sultan to stop At a news conference at their be extradited should be facing speculating about their extradition home on Monday, Princess Jacel charges in another country, which to Malaysia in connection with the Kiram, daughter of the sultan, told at this moment they are not. Sabah crisis in February. reporters the supposed government Despite the absence of an ex- “That’s just a claim,” presiden- plan to extradite Kiram and his fol- tradition treaty with Malaysia, the tial spokesman Edwin Lacierda lowers was going to happen soon. government may use the case of said in a Malaca ang briefing. “(All) has been quiet on the Moro National Liberation Front “Let’s wait for an official state- Sabah issue until an insider in- Chairman Nur Misuari who was ment from us. I don’t want to formed us that the government extradited from Malaysia to the dignify any statement coming plans to turn us over to the Ma- Philippines in 2001 as a precedent, from the Kirams.” laysian government,” Jacel said. Jacel said. – Philippine Daily Inquirer 12 PHUKET GAZETTE INTERNATIONAL NEWS June 15 - 21, 2013 In brief… Egypt ‘water war’ Leak prompts questions talk raises Ethiopia Nile dam stakes EGYPT does not want war with over contractor reliance Ethiopia but will keep “all options open”, President Mohamed Mursi By Deborah Charles said on Monday, turning up the and Ben Berkowitz heat in a dispute over a giant dam Addis Ababa is building across the THE US government may have to Nile. reconsider how much it relies on Bellicose rhetoric, including talk outside defense contractors who of military action by Egyptian poli- are given top security clearances ticians last week, had raised after a National Security Agency concerns of a “water war” contractor exposed top-secret between Africa’s second and third phone and internet surveillance most populous states. programs. Edward Snowden, a 29-year-old systems technician at Booz Allen Syrian army slays Hamilton Holding Corp, admitted on Sunday that he divulged details of 100 people fleeing the NSA’s programs to The Guard- captured town ian and Washington Post. Booz shares fell 2.6 per cent on FORCES loyal to Syrian President Monday, and peers such as SAIC Bashar al-Assad have killed at least and General Dynamics fell as 100 people who fled the town of much as 1.7 per cent. Qusair after it was captured by “We do need to take another, army troops and fighters from the closer look at how we control Lebanese Shi’ite group Hezbollah information and how good we are last week, opposition activists said at identifying what people are on Sunday. doing with that information,” said Stewart Baker, former general Asteroid the size of counsel at the NSA and former assistant secretary for policy at the a small truck buzzes Department of Homeland Security. Mr Baker said Mr Snowden’s Earth – NASA leaks show the need for the gov- US NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden was an analyst with a US defence contractor. Photo: Reuters AN ASTEROID the size of a small ernment to tighten up what can truck zoomed past Earth four be seen by contractors, as well as to the Office of the Director of clearly, saying the US times closer than the moon last government employees. National Intelligence. Nearly government’s powers of surveil- Saturday, the latest in a parade of “Are we challenging him, are 800,000 government employees lance have grown so immense and visiting celestial objects that has we auditing him? Are we taking had “top secret” clearances, ver- intrusive that he felt compelled to raised awareness of potentially measures to be sure he doesn’t sus 480,000 contractors; the denounce them, even at great per- hazardous impacts on the planet. have wide-ranging access to stuff remaining “top secret” holders sonal cost. He could have remained NASA said Asteroid 2013 LR6 that is not relevant to him?” Mr were not broken down. anonymous but said his message was discovered about a day be- Baker said of a theoretical contrac- It is too early to say whether would resonate more powerfully if fore its closest approach to Earth, tor with wide-ranging access. The US government spends Mr Snowden’s disclosures will he revealed his identity. which occurred at 12:42 am EDT Companies like Booz became a more than $300 billion a year on create momentum on Capitol Hill “The public needs to decide about 105,000 km over the South- cornerstone of the US government’s services that are contracted out, to review the use of contractors whether these programs and poli- ern Ocean. The 10-meter-wide national security efforts after the according to Scott Amey, general and security clearance policies. cies are right or wrong,” Snowden asteroid posed no threat. September 11 attacks. With a mas- counsel at the Project on Govern- “Whether someone is a con- told the Guardian. sive ramp-up in security operations ment Oversight, an independent tractor does not make them more Mr Snowden went into hiding came the need for organizations that watchdog that investigates corrup- likely to leak classified informa- in Hong Kong, saying he feared Germans evacuate could move quickly to implement tion and misconduct in government. tion,” Saxby Chambliss, the top he could be captured by the CIA, new rules, regulations and screen- “The government workforce Republican on the Senate Intelli- another foreign government or as dam bursts on ing protocols. has pretty much stayed the same gence Committee said in a Asian organized crime gangs. But that did not always go over the last 30 to 40 years but statement. “There are very good Mr Snowden expressed some Elbe river smoothly. A notorious example is we’ve supplemented that with a contractors in the intelligence interest in seeking asylum in Ice- THOUSANDS of people left their the company formerly known as contractor workforce that has community right now who serve land. He checked out of his hotel homes in eastern Germany on Blackwater, which agreed last sum- grown dramatically,” he said. their country honorably.” in Hong Kong on Monday and his Sunday as a dam burst on the mer to pay fines for trying to More than 4.9 million people Americans are debating whereabouts were not known. swollen River Elbe and swathes operate in Sudan despite sanctions. had government security clear- whether Mr Snowden is a patri- Security experts say the risks of of farmland were flooded in an The company had previously been ances as of October 1, 2012, otic defender of civil liberties or a Snowden-type case grow as the attempt to spare towns, with me- a source of strained US-Iraqi rela- including about 1.4 million with the most unprincipled of traitors. number of clearances proliferates. teorologists forecasting more rain. tions over shootings there. “top secret” clearance, according Mr Snowden saw his role more – Reuters Rosenberg Third Reich diary resurfaces THE US government has recov- plans for mass killings of Jews and according to ered 400 pages from the long-lost other Eastern Europeans. the museum’s diary of Alfred Rosenberg, a con- “The documentation is of con- analysis. fidant of Adolf Hitler who played siderable importance for the study Rosenberg a central role in the extermination of the Nazi era, including the his- was an early of millions of Jews and others tory of the Holocaust,” according and powerful during World War II. to the assessment, prepared by the Nazi ideologue, A preliminary US government United States Holocaust Memorial particularly on Mr Rosenberg assessment reviewed by Reuters Museum in Washington. “A cur- racial issues. asserts the diary could offer new sory content analysis indicates that He was convicted of crimes insight into meetings Rosenberg had the material sheds new light on a against humanity and was one of a with Hitler and other top Nazi lead- number of important issues relat- dozen senior Nazi officials ers, including Heinrich Himmler and ing to the Third Reich’s policy.” executed in 1946. His diary, once Herman Goering. It also includes The diary offers a loose collec- held by Nuremberg prosecutors as details about the German occupa- tion of Rosenberg’s recollections evidence, vanished after the trial. tion of the Soviet Union, including from spring 1936 to winter 1944, – Reuters June 15 - 21, 2013 PROPERTY PHUKET GAZETTE 13 Cape Panwa Hotel to host Raceweek THE 2013 Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek – presented by Mount Gay Rum – celebrates its 10th Anni- versary with a strong fleet of boats and international crews taking part from July 17-21 at the five-star Cape Panwa Hotel. organisers of Cape Panwa Hotel The luxurious Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek Image Asia is an ideal regatta venue with its and MBS, as well as the Tourism established international reputa- Authority of Thailand, the Sports tion, private beach and pier, and Authority of Thailand, the spectacular sailing grounds right Yacht Racing Association of on the hotel’s doorstep. Follow- Thailand and the Ao Chalong Yacht ing their successful first hosting Club for their superb support,” of the event last year, Cape Panwa said Ms Tirawan Pangsrivongse, Hotel recently extended their title Project Development Manager, sponsorship and committed to be Kasemkij Hotels. the home of Phuket Raceweek An exciting race program through 2015. on-the-water, “We are very combined with proud to continue the popular our involvement onshore social with Phuket scene, kicks off LAP OF LUXURY: The luxurious Cape Panwa Hotel will host Phuket Raceweek until 2015. Photo: Gazette file Raceweek and with a Barba- to extend our dian-themed next decade and develop on the event’s worldwide recognition is multihull fleet, and the best Clas- sponsorship opening party success of this award-winning evidenced by an increasing num- sic class in Asia. of the regatta and concludes regatta,” said Mr Byron Jones, ber of charter boats taking part The 2013 Cape Panwa Hotel through to 2015. with a lavish managing director of co-organiser this year, underscoring Phuket’s Phuket Raceweek looks set to be The synergies ticket-only Gala Media Business Services (MBS). position as a leading sailing and an exciting curtain raiser for the of an award- Dinner hosted Four days of world-class yacht marine tourism destination. 2013/14 Asian Yachting Grand winning yachting by Cape Panwa racing in Phuket, combined with There is no better marketing Prix Championship. event and the Yachts race at a previous Raceweek. Hotel. four nights of magical, beach side for Phuket than repeat guests, – Phuket Gazette Cape Panwa Ho- “This year is a parties has proven to be an award- and the 2013 Cape Panwa Hotel tel with its unique location, luxury milestone year for the event. We winning formula for Phuket Phuket Raceweek, as well as at- For additional details about the 2013 accommodation and first class fa- look back at the last nine years in Raceweek having been voted ‘Best tracting a growing charter fleet Cape Panwa Raceweek, visit: cilities, are clear. Feedback from which Raceweek has built a repu- Asian Regatta of the Year’ at the and first-time participants, wel- phuketraceweek.com, facebook.com/ sailors and guests last year was tation for delivering one of the best 2011 Asia Boating Awards. Such comes back past participants PhuketRaceweekRegatta, twitter.com/ very positive and we look forward regatta experiences in Asia, and accolades have helped to from near and far, including some phuketraceweek. The event is proudly to building on that this year and we celebrate the 10th Anniversary firmlyestablish the regatta on the of the top racing boats in the re- sponsored by the Phuket Gazette, beyond. We want to thank the year, while looking forward to the Asian yachting circuit and the gion, a strong cruising and PGTV and the ‘Phuket Today’ show. 14 PHUKET GAZETTE PROPERTY June 15 - 21, 2013 Space solutions Local self-storage firm addresses challenges and opportunities posed by rapid urbanization SURGING land costs and the and equipment, bicycles and ing 264 units for rent in a three- resulting trend of ’residential motorbikes, collectibles and furni- story building, with an additional downsizing’ has been a boon for ture, among others... 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The rise in says Robert Akerblom, the popularity is fueled by a number co-owner of My Storage. of social phenomena such as Indeed, with the rise in urban- urbanization and an increasing ization, the number of residential number of SME business ‘shoebox units’ on the market is launches. swelling, which means that the “Managed self storage facili- potential client-base for self-stor- ties with clean, well-lit, secure age space will also be growing. units and competitive rental rates “Islanders want their living will gradually replace previous MY STORAGE Self Storage has 264 units spaces to reflect who they are for rent and also has moving services. alternatives such as vintage but don’t always have the space warehouses, traditional shop to accommodate all their acquisi- “We’re finding that our custom- houses and shed lock-ups. tions. At the same time, they have ers want to live in the city or “There are always occasions more interests, hobbies and beach-side, but the trade-off is that when you do not have enough space HOME AWAY FROM HOME: Self storage clients include residents who collectibles,” notes Robert, a they have to give up the extra space in your house, office, or your busi- need an extention of their storage closet, and businesses in transition. Swedish national. they would have had living in less ness premise to store different types Robert’s wife and partner, attractive areas,” adds Robert. of goods and material. You always Thai nationals, as well as foreign- of the world; MY STORAGE is a Sukanda Chiaranussati, elaborates: MY STORAGE Self Storage wish you could move some, which ers... There are no barriers for premium product in all aspects.” “We’ve got people storing all types opened shop right next to is not going to be needed for quite potential customers to enter a “Our customers have other of belongings such as golf sets, Jungceylon Shopping Center, some times, and store it safely some weekly or monthly rental agree- options, but we’re confident in our diving gear, yachting instruments Patong in 2010. Currently offer- other place. The majority of our ment with us, and we believe this product and we will continue to customers specifically point out that is one of the factors driving cus- offer the widest choices for stor- security is very important to them.” tomers in our direction. ” age units, being the safest and Asked what separates MY “We know we’ve built a good most reliable apart from offering STORAGE from other similar product,” adds Sukanda, who has the best services from our great self-storage offerings on the worked in the Phuket property sec- location,” she adds. island, Mrs Sukanda said, “We re- tor for eight years. “It’s a far cry Its not just the residential base ally try our best to identify what from the traditional warehouse that are reaping the benefits of really matters to Phuket-based spaces normally found in these parts self-storage, Robert notes: “Startup businesses use our storage units as they are good COMPANY FACTS cost-savers and flexible alterna- tives to traditional warehouses. 1. Strategically located at Jungceylon Shopping Center Patong “They can rent smaller units, which match their inventory size. 2. High-tech security systems; onsite management. As they grow, their space can grow. Since we offer flexible 3. Clean well lit hallways and open seven days a week. lease terms with the minimum storage term being just one week, 4. Convenient reservation; walk in or by telephone. small businesses can also use us as a short-term solution [for] 5. Payment: online, credit, debit, ransfer, wire transfer or cash. overflow space. Businesses are also changing 6. Moving and packing services their storage habits, he points out. “From a self-storage standpoint, it 6. High quality moving and packaging supplies for sale used to be that SMEs would use storage mainly for documents and 7. Choices: 28 different unit sizes to choose from. items they no longer wanted. They would also use storage as a tem- 8. Building has a large elevator for accessing units on upper floors. porary space when they were in the middle of moving. Today, we’re 9. Gray paint in hallways and units are easy to clean. seeing a wider range of SMEs with a wider range of needs.” 10. Music piped through the facility. “With the rising cost of com- mercial real estate, it makes 11. Packages and deliveries are accepted on-site. sense to store things with us, even if you are just starting a 12. Courier service can shuttle boxes to/from home or business. business – we offer flexible and affordable solutions catered to 13. Disposal service for unwanted, stored items. your needs,” he concludes. – Phuket Gazette June 15 - 21, 2013 PROPERTY PHUKET GAZETTE 15 Color-blind vision for the future PHUKET’S coconut-esque social media is a few years ago? I the poor pachyderm can infrastructure, which will be capped off by simmering over political events in shirt-dom. watch a lot of movies hardly find a place to sit the APEC event to be held there this year. Red, yellow, white and blue. For those who and TV and know all down, much less move. Thailand on the other hand, has know me, I am firmly a black shirt kind of about Ninja Turtles. We now know if he tried massively failed to understand the guy. Yes indeed, day in and day out I just Could the current de- to make a call for help pulling power of ‘Brand Phuket’ and has love those casual tees. In case anyone is bate be an island version of Turtle-gate. that Air America would be listening. Mr squandered the opportunity to strengthen wondering, yes, I do have a large drawer Now I am not going to embroil myself Obama we know who you are. its image. Pride and prejudice rule in in my closet brimming to the top with in local politics and weigh in on the great But the biggest shame and disgrace for today’s house of cards. Singapore gets it. monotone black t-shirts. divide – Thailand, like everywhere else in Phuket, which remains one of the So does Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia Sure the black tee thing has been done the world, be it west, east, north and south, leading tourism destinations in Asia, is and the Philippines. Invest in world class to death, and in many cases, has been quite is lumbering under the crushing weight of seeing its mojo hijacked by political greed infrastructure and you secure a seat at the literally fatal. Just look at the Ramones, big government. Here you have a giant and envy. Indonesia, which is Southeast table. Don’t and you might well be out back who dropped like flies, or Steve Jobs. The elephant in the room, and the room is a Asia’s biggest economy, has invested washing dishes. Yet, as I find myself here, MIBT (Men in Black Tees) look to be an fourteen square meter space at a Tune billions into its flagship ‘Brand Bali’. gazing out on the sunny street, the reality endangered species. Yet as I type away on Hotel. Sure it’s cheap and cheerful, but An infusion of billions of dollars in of things sink in. Phuket’s convention this column, my blackness somehow finds center, just like the sporadic Bangkok-led the light of a summer solstice in this world land scandals, remain largely the sparring gone mad. grounds for warring clans from different Recent comments made by Thai sides of the political divide. Deputy Prime Minister Plodprasop From hero to zero and back again in 30 Suraswadi about the on-off-on-and finally seconds – I’m not holding my breath for any dead Phuket International Convention and resolution by either party, but can only point Exhibition Center have only deepened the out that this island needs an agenda which is national political divide between the Pheu color blind when it comes to red and yellow. Thai and the Democrat parties. At the end of the day, the private sector will No river-high mountain-deep here, it’s decide whether a convention center is off into the abyss, like the impossible task warranted, and if it is, go ahead and develop it. of raising the Titantic. In fact you could It’s no different in the Western world – leave liken the ill-fated Mai Khao convention this kind of business to the professionals and behemoth to the Titanic. Call in James try not to get in the way. Cameron and Leo DiCaprio to sort this As for the shirts, perhaps let’s have a out –Terminator fashion. national black tee day to soothe the As we begin the blame game, once tortured souls of the few who misguide again, out comes that old trump card – so many. Maybe even give some to the the lack of environmental approval. Bring turtles, after all there just might be in the spoiler – those innocent sea turtles. something to this Turtle-gate thing. Just how innocent are they? I see a conspiracy here, remember those elusive Bill Barnett is the Managing Director of C9 ninja clad apparitions who were never MEANS TO AN END: Infrastructure projects such as the underpass in front of Central Festival Hotelworks and can be contacted through found during the Bangkok political crisis lay the foundations for private sector expansion. Photo: Isaac Stone Simonelli C9hotelworks.com 16 PHUKET GAZETTE BUSINESS June 15 - 21, 2013 Phuket still on the map at TTM+ 2013 PHUKET is still a top tourist hub in South- Governor in charge of Europe and the east Asia, with a wide variety of hotels, Americas, Juttaporn Rerngronasa. resorts and hospitality-related businesses The TAT aims to attract a total of 24.1 representing the island at 13th annual million international visitors this year, Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2013 (TTM+ predicting tourism revenue of up to 2013), held at the IMPACT Exhibition US$37 billion (1.14 trillion baht). TAT says Hall in Bangkok between June 5-7. it will focus more on quality, rather than More than 800 delegates arrived from quantity by employing more effective around the region to network with marketing campaigns that target upper the 420 hospitality related organiz- class, high-spending travellers. ations participating at Thailand’s largest “This year’s TTM was one of the best business-to-business event, which is yet for Wide Discovery,” said Director organized annually by the Tourism of Sales and Marketing Ms Nitima Hongyot. Authority of Thailand (TAT). “As Phuket’s only provider of custom Phuket-based Internet marketing and internet marketing and booking solutions booking engine provider for hotels, Wide for the hospitality industry, we have seen Discovery Dot Com, reported a very a significant increase in hoteliers positive response from visitors to the seeking to improve their position in company’s booth. the global market by upgrading their online The TAT reported a 16 % jump in end-user experience and reach out to international arrivals to Thailand last more independent travellers to encourage THE POWER OF NETWORKING: Phuket-based internet marketing firm for the hospitality industry, year to reach a record-breaking 22.3 them to book directly on line,” she said. Wide Discovery Dot Com, reported a very positive response from meetings with international million travellers, according to Deputy – Phuket Gazette buyers and sellers at the Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2013, held recently in Bangkok. Thailand number one for Kazakhstan tourists THAILAND is the most favored Some women travellers prefer were the popular countries among cheaper for most things, he said. Cambodia and Vietnam but Thailand destination in Southeast Asia for Thailand for its spas, and also Kazakh tourists. Mr Jetpyspayev Thailand was the most favored remained their primary destination, tourists from Kazakhstan, with the consider it as an ideal wedding and was in Bangkok to attend the Thai- destination in Southeast Asia with only short trips to those places. number of arrivals continuing to rise honeymoon destination. land Travel Mart 2013 Plus. As a because the country is more Groups that visit Thailand due to the friendly service, greater In 2013, the number of Kazakh buyer, he updated tourism products accessible, with daily direct flights range from students to wealthy accessibility and affordable prices. tourists visiting Thailand is pro- and services in Thailand with local in addition to charter flight service people. Some had bought villas in Given the cold climate in the jected at 60,000, up from 52,000 and regional sellers. during the winter season. Thailand to stay as well. Central Asian country, an estimated in 2012, and 42,000 in 2011. He said that Kazakhs also liked In comparison, there were fewer At present, Kazakhstan has a 80% of Kazakhs like to enjoy a Sergey Jetpyspayev, project to go to China, but mostly for busi- flights to countries like Malaysia population of 17 million, with beach holiday in Phuket and manager at Travellab, a travel op- ness. Compared to Dubai, and Vietnam – twice a week and about 1.5 million people going out Pattaya, while Krabi was fast erator based in Almaty, Kazakhstan, Thailand offers price competi- once a week respectively. of the country to travel each year. emerging as a preferred destination. said Thailand, Turkey and Dubai tiveness, being 20 to 30% Kazakhs were also interested in – Bamrung Amnatcharoenrit June 15 - 21, 2013 BUSINESS PHUKET GAZETTE 17 KResearch: 25.4 million arrivals to be worth B1.14tn Photo: Gazette file HOT SPOT: About a fifth of all of Thailand’s tourists come to Phuket. DESPITE the strong baht and ucts and services and the expan- visitors travelled to the kingdom economic problems at home. cil of Thailand (TCT) projects the disappointing global economic sion of airline routes. During the from January to April of 2013, up KResearch estimated that a tour- number of foreign arrivals in the outlook, the Kasikorn Research first four months of this year, by nearly 100% from last year. ist arrival figure of 25.4 million could Kingdom this year to grow by 17% Center (KResearch) has predicted nearly nine million tourists visited The numbers of Japanese and be seen in the whole year of 2013, to 26.08 million, adjusting its that the number of international Thailand, which represents a 19% South Korean visitors also re- which would generate income of previous forecast of 8-16%, tourist arrivals this year will reach increase compared to the same corded significant increases during 1.14 trillion baht for the country. citing increased political stability. 25.4 million. period last year. the same period. This equates to a per-head TCT projects total spending by KResearch said that Thailand The Chinese market plays a piv- As for European travellers, spending average of 44,881 baht, foreign tourists to grow 22.9% to remains an attractive destination otal role in the country’s tourism their arrivals continued to grow, or US$1,473, each. 1.18tn baht. due to its value-for-money prod- business as 1.53 million Chinese but at a slower pace due to Meanwhile, the Tourism Coun- – NNT / Phuket Gazette PIMEX ‘14 organizer hyped about January date THE next Phuket International Boat Dowden explained. with major regional and local Facebook extensively, and Twitter Show (PIMEX) is open for busi- He said that the event has already media and will begin a compre- nearer the event to reach potential ness, having been taking bookings received strong interest from lifestyle hensive region-wide marketing visitors, and to support exhibitors since early last month, May 2013. and luxury goods producers looking campaign six months out from the and sponsors.” PIMEX 2014 is confirmed to take to participate. show. The full marketing plan will Meanwhile, the show website place between January 9 and 12 at “We are in discussion with major be finalized and available by the (see end info) is undergoing a Royal Phuket Marina and remains a automotive brands as well as high- end of June,” he said. revamp and and will carry links permanent fixture in the island’s end liquor companies, and cigar bars, Mr Dowden noted that discus- to booked exhibitors throughout event calendar as it approaches its among others who have expressed sions are underway to partner with the remainder of the year, he 11th year. interest,” he said. organizations such as METS added. “After careful analysis of the last “A number of private banks, jet (Amsterdam), the Turkish Marine In addition to all this, Mr Dowden six years, it is clear that in terms and helicopter brands were VIP visi- industry through the commercial said that there will be a two-day Photo: PIMEX media of visitor numbers, exhibitor satis- tors at the 2013 show to assess the attach , as well as AIMEX and conference organized by the WOW: Simpson Marine hostesses. faction and diversity of products potential and were introduced to AUSTRADE in Australia. Institute of Marine Engineering, on display, early January stands some of the leading exhibitors,” he “To boost the nationwide pres- Science and Technology, which will confident we have a good formula out as a preferred choice,” said added. ence in Thailand, we have met with be held in co-operation with to return to a beneficial blend of Andy Dowden, exhibition director. Mr Dowden confirmed that, the organizers of the Ocean PIMEX, with additional events to marine and lifestyle with quality Visitor numbers were down in once again, Paul Poole (South East Marina Pattaya Boat Show to be considered throughout the year. footfall for the 2014 show. 2012 and 2013 when the show was Asia) Co Ltd is on board to drive promote cross participation in both As for exhibitor space, Mr – Phuket Gazette held in March, he notes. sponsorship and partnership chan- locations and together raise the Dowden said that prices will remain “The way that dates fall in nels, while Infinity Communications profile of boating and the marine the same for the sixth year running. For more information, contact Andy 2013 means that the first week- will be handling Public Relations lifestyle nationwide,” he added. “Floor and site plans are Dowden, Exhibition Director by end will be difficult for organizers campaigns in the region and Commenting on the show’s complete and booking is now telephone on +66 81 892 7670 or and exhibitors alike due to the throughout Thailand. social media and web strategy, Mr open. We are happy to discuss re- email [email protected] or proximity to New Year,” Mr “We are already in discussions Dowden said: “We will use quirements and locations. We are visit phuketboatshow.com

Demand for Thai steel up in Asean Justice Ministry THE Thai steel market is expected to experience consistent growth due to rising demand in Asean. According to some experts, much of the demand is credited to the government’s 2 trillion baht project for transport infrastructure to help curb debt Speaking recently at the “2013 SEAISI Conference & Exhibition” THE Ministry of Justice is plan- seminar on “Developing a Competitive Steel Industry in Asean”, held by the Southeast Asia Iron & Steel Institute and the Iron and Steel ning to make the informal debt Photo: Tim Moffatt issue a national agenda after find- Institute of Thailand, Industry Ministry permanent secretary Vitoon ing that more than 1.2 million Simachokdee said the Kingdom could witness an expanding steel people are indebted to loan sharks market, given demand from industries such as the automotive, with some of them forced to construction and machinery sectors. repay at an interest rate as high as The transport infrastructure project could also drive the Thai 360% per year. steel industry in the next seven years, he said. Win Viriyaprapaikit, group chief executive officer and president A survey conducted by the INSTANT DEBT: Thai ATM Machines. Faculty of Political Science, of Sahaviriya Steel Industries, said there would be more room for Chulalongkorn University, and the that loan sharks often forced their growth in the steel markets of Asean, given early development steps Ministry of Justice showed that the debtors to sign an agreement en- towards industrialization. informal debt problem is a compli- abling the former to file a lawsuit “Asean’s steel consumption remains at about 90 kilograms per cated issue that deserves the same once the latter fail to pay install- person per year. This is very low when compared with industrialised level of attention as the poverty is- ments on time. countries, where consumption is in the range of 200-500kg per sue from the government. The survey team suggested that person per year,” he said. Mr. Preecha Thananant, Assis- amendments be made to relevant Steel demand usually runs in line with per capita gross domestic tant to the Justice Minister, said at laws to penalize loan sharks who product. Asean’s GDP per capita is expected to grow from US$3,700 a recent seminar that a center demand an interest rate of higher (Bt114,560) in 2010 to $13,000 by 2030, he said, adding that such should be set up to specifically look than 15% per year. Under the pro- a rise could result in demand for steel nearly tripling to 262kg per into the informal debt problem and posed amendment, loan sharks will person per year. allow integrated efforts by all be convicted on the same charge Demand from Asean countries, particularly Thailand, Malaysia, sectors involved to find sustainable as money laundering, having a jail Vietnam and Indonesia, is projected to rise from 49 million tonnes solutions. The survey also revealed term of at least 10 years. – NNT in 2010 to 194 million tonnes in 2030, Win said. – The Nation 18 PHUKET GAZETTE OPINION June 15 - 21, 2013 Deputy PM adds insult to injury RECENT protests over inflammatory comments made in Chiang Mai by controversial Deputy Prime Minister Plodprasop Suraswadi are just one small reflection of growing national unease with the Yingluck Shinawatra administration. In an address to the people of Chiang Mai, Deputy PM Plodprasop said the people of Phuket’s unwillingness to elect a Pheu Thai Party candidate would cost the island its chance to have an international convention and exhibition center, or ICEC, of the type recently completed in the north. Mr Plodprasop, or anyone else seeking to win friends and influ- ence people, may consider refraining from intentionally insulting any person or constituency; it seldom ends well at election time. The comments were probably intended not as an insult to the people of Phuket, but rather as a way of stirring up support for the Pheu Thai Party in its traditional power base. Nevertheless, as a veteran politician on the national stage, Mr Plodprasop should have known better. We already have an ongoing, deadly insur- gency in the Deep South; do we really need our leaders throwing more fuel on the fire of regional distrust? The Pheu Thai Party’s political opponents, themselves now donning masks, are looking to put a face on the enemy. PM Yingluck, the nation’s first female premier, seems to enjoy a sort of teflon coating that harkens back to the days of US Presi- dent Ronald Reagan. Thus Mr Plodprasop’s comments – though hardly the first insult meted out by the current Cabinet and not the first related Airport bus drivers, start your engines to the ICEC – could not have come at a more ill-advised time for Re: Gazette online, Phuket’s new points] with no pre-warnings to him and his party. Airport Bus slated for July 1 catch offenders, not the grand The now-defunct ICEC project, which had funding under the launch, June 11 affairs you now use. previous Democrat Party-led government, could only have been Thank goodness the airport bus Randolph derailed through failure in the environmental impact assessment project didn’t just shrivel up and die. Gazette forum (EIA) process, conducted by the Office of Natural Resources and Do you have an opinion to voice? I really commend V/Gov Email [email protected] Environmental Policy and Planning (ONEP). Chamroen and Mr Terayout for not ONEP falls under the Cabinet’s National Committee on the En- giving up on it. It may not be per- Bury the tuk tuks too vironment, chaired by none other than PM Yingluck. A primary fect to start, but in this case, starting thrust in one direction while the reason given for the proposal’s failure was that part of the project is everything. May civility prevail. driver has to oppose it all with a turn. Re: Gazette online, Phuket’s most You would not even see that area was alleged to encroach on a sea turtle nesting site – though Fairely famous beachfront road to get design on a motocross track. They there have been no reports of nesting there in over a decade. Kathu 200-million-baht face lift, June 4 Other far more credible excuses in the ONEP’s comments on need to re-design the road. When they dig the trench to the cancellation of the ICEC were related to the proposed project’s Nice taxis cheaper Spiritrace bury the electric cables, I would “long-term economic viability”. Gazette forum suggest to Khun Pian that he make Phuket’s booming private sector is planning to build a new it big enough to include all the mega-project with convention facilities near Central Festival. This Re: Gazette online, Governor Buses need to have unwanted tuk-tuks as well. is a far better location, literally more central than Tah Chat Chai, looks for direct flights between Whisle-Blower which should remain in its existing natural state. Who knows, Phuket and Nice, France, June 3 safety certificates Gazette forum maybe at some date in the future it will once again be a viable I’d be on it tomorrow if they site for sea turtles to lay their eggs. had one. Re: Gazette online, Phuket Opin- Nice is one of the most expen- ion: Stop the tour bus insanity, Reserving the right sive resort destinations in the June 9 world, but the taxis are about 30% Putting all responsibility on the to die at play less expensive than here! driver is not the solution. If he Brian Hazelton refuses to drive a bus in whatever Re: Gazette online, Phuket life- Gazette forum condition he risks being fired. guards warn tourists of dangerous Buses need yearly inspections surf at beaches, June 3 Thanks for cleaning which are documented and ac- People swim in the ocean at companied by a certificate valid their own risk. up Patong Beach for one year. The responsibility for The lifeguards can advise having this certificate lies with the people of the risk of swimming Re: Gazette online, Phuket life- tour operator/bus owner. in high surf, but should not try guards warn tourists of dangerous The certificates can easily be to prevent people from entering surf at beaches, June 3 checked on all incoming buses on the water. Well done to whoever has the Sarasin Bridge. Thaisail cleaned up Patong Beach of the Chiara Gazette forum huge logs and tons of rubbish. Gazette forum In the water there were two plas- tic bags per square meter. The larger Helping the lonely debris (logs/nets/canvas) in the How to catch a taxi water was a danger to swimmers. Re: Gazette online, Phuket Police A job well done, and keep it up. Re: Gazette online, Phuket Opin- find Swedish expat dead in Skip ion: Coordinate manpower to cor- Chalong, June 10 Gazette forum ral illegal taxis, June 9 How very sad to die alone so I’m sure your intentions are all far away from your country and In this case we can well and good, Khun Manaporn, your family without even someone but the talk-talk approach has been to make you a cup of tea and ask blame the road tried so many times now and has how you are. been proved pointless. I have to wonder what kind of Re: Gazette online, Video Report: Draconian methods have to be sad story might be behind her be- Phuket slams the brakes on tour employed when dealing with these ing all alone so far from home. bus neglect, June 8 thugs. Seize their vehicles for 30 Maybe we should reach out a bit Seeing the photo of the road, days for a first offense, then 60, and speak to people who seem Volume 20 Issue 24 I’d say it is the way it is built that then confiscate them. alone and lonely. gets vehicles out of shape. And have small teams manning Yvonne Weight and velocity puts the mobile VCPs [vehicle check- Gazette forum June 15 - 21, 2013 OPINION PHUKET GAZETTE 19 Life-saving skills and English to the rescue

Juan Burana, 37, came A practice not to be encouraged, even in trendy videos. Photo: Samsung from Surin to work in Phuket in 1995. He has been a IN PATONG, most of our calls are traffic accidents and most of the Kusoldharm Foundation Samsung’s new gilt trip time the victims are tourists. volunteer since 2003 and SO THERE we were – me, my I think one reason tourists have has worked as a rescue wife and our nearly 3-year-old accidents is because they are not daughter – sitting down for a fam- worker in Patong for the past By Damian Evans familiar with driving in Thailand. ily dinner together when the ad- four years. Even simple factors, such as driv- vertisement for Samsung’s latest Do you have an opinion to voice? ing on the left here, causes Here, he talks about what technological marvel came on the Email [email protected] problems. Many tourists drive on tourists can do to stay safe and what Kusoldharm can do TV. the right in their home country. For to improve the skills of their staff and help save lives. A mother sends her son off to ing such animals for tourist photo this reason I strongly suggest that travel the world armed with only his opportunities is illegal in Thailand. visitors learn traffic laws and be- wits, backpack, stunning girlfriend Just ask the Phuket wildlife pres- come familiar with how locals minister first aid, so one of them And I’d like to see refresher and of course his Samsung S4, rea- ervation officer who occasionally driver before they rent a vehicle. must always be on standby. courses offered, so we can con- sonably priced at only 21,900 baht gathers a posse to arrest slow loris A lot of the accident victims The government provides first- tinually improve our skills. Finally, – just over the current price of an and gibbon touts on Soi Bangla. I’ve treated weren’t wearing hel- aid training, but we need more. I’d like to see courses for our vol- ounce of gold. Bargain. Or ask the Russian couple caught mets. Everyone should wear a Right now, the course is offered unteers so they can get primary As the son and his travel ac- on Koh Kai Nok in March. helmet every time they ride a mo- only once a year, and not always first-aid skills. If we do these complice conquer the “must-do Regardless of how clever the ad torcycle, and use a seat belt when in Phuket. Sometimes it’s in things, we will be better able to experiences while you’re young”, may be, the commercial my daugh- they are in a car. another province – say, in Trang help people. mum gets video and photo updates ter saw was broadcast on Thai TV, Another way to stay safe is to or Haad Yai, for example. We also need more English lan- complete with sound bites from and is surely a legal no-no in the not drink and drive. If visi- guage training – sometimes her son sent from around the Land of Smiles. The offending three tors want to party and drink, when I help a foreigner I globe, delivered right into the seconds of monkey footage should I recommend they choose a can’t understand what they palm of her hand. be cut to meet the law. place near their hotel so that want, or can’t understand The advertisement has certainly In fact, Samsung should delete they can walk home after- when they describe their hit the mark. The Internet Adver- the monkey footage from the ward. pain. tising Bureau in the UK noted the video entirely. The last thing any- In my experience, many It would be great if we video had more than half a million one would want is a corporate foreigners with minor inju- got support from the gov- views on YouTube in March alone. giant inspiring millions of young ries don’t want to be treated ernment with English Since then more than 2 million travellers to break the law here in at the hospital. They think classes especially for those people have viewed it there. Thailand and contribute to the they can take care of them- of us in Patong who have The attractive and emotive video unethical profit-making from such selves. However, they really to communicate regularly also struck a chord with my animals. should get checked by a doc- with foreigners. daughter, who shouted “Daddy! Infant wildlife used in these tor because sometimes there We also need to keep in Camel!… Look Daddy! Monkey!”unlawful practices are often is more to an injury than the Mr Juan with his team in Patong. Only white shirt mind that with the Asean at the appropriate visual cues. poached from their mothers, who eyes can see. staff have first-aid training. Photo: Saran Mitrarat Economic Community And it was the monkey that are killed in the process. This is At Kusoldharm, we have (AEC) trade regulations caught me off guard. The son in not speculation; it is a well-docu- two kinds of staff. The “white I’d like to see the course of- coming into effect in 2015, more the Samsung video was standing mented fact. shirt” staff are those with first-aid fered in Phuket every year. When foreigners will come to Phuket. in front of a building that appeared Otherwise, if this is the route training. The “blue shirt” staff are it’s in another province, we This is another reason we need to to be in Asia, with a baby monkey we are collectively taking, I can’t volunteers without complete first- sometimes can’t send anyone, upgrade our English. on his shoulder. wait to download my Bangla Slow aid training who help us by doing because we don’t have enough If we can communicate well, This image may be perfectly Loris app so I know where and things such as driving and carry- trained personnel standing by we can help foreigners more presentable in other parts of the when I can catch up with the touts ing stretchers. The white shirt staff here in Phuket. Accidents happen quickly and maybe even reduce world, but if the reports by the – and check the latest peer are the only ones allowed to ad- every day. the number of deaths. Phuket Gazette are accurate, tout- reviews and prices for photos.

Currency choices for An officer at Phuket Immigra- tion replies: retirement accounts To meet the retirement visa Why do we owe property tax? requirement, the money can only My wife and I own a villa in a large One is called the “Structure and ever, may pass on the tax to the Each year for the past six years be in baht, and must be in a Thai Cherng Talay development. Land Tax Act 2478”, and the other person leasing the land from him. my wife and I have submitted joint bank savings account. Two years ago we were told by is the “Local Development Tax Act This would need to be stated in bank account details showing the Other currencies, even if they the developer that we had to pay 2508”. the lease agreement. requisite 1.6 million baht in our are the equivalent of 800,000 baht nearly 50,000 baht in housing tax The “Structure and Land Tax” The Local Development Tax is account for three months in ac- per person, are not acceptable to the local authorities, because is a tax on non-primary residences based on the area of land and must cordance with retirement visa ap- substitutes. even though our house is not such as holiday homes or homes be paid irrespective of usage. plication rules. If you have any questions, rented, we could rent it – and it which are rented out. We also hold a sterling account please stop by the Phuket Immi- was a tax on the “possibility” of This tax must be paid at the Siam Commercial Bank. gration Office. We can also be rental income. whether or not income is Is there any reason why an ac- reached at 076-221905. We contacted the local authori- earned on the home. count holding British pounds ties who were a bit vague and The tax rate is 12.5 per (sterling) held at the Siam Com- passed us back to the developer, cent of annual rental or mercial Bank, together with a who told us the tax is mandatory. yearly assessed value by supporting bank letter confirming Is this so? the Land Department, the account had held the sterling Alta lake whichever is higher. equivalent of 1.6m baht over three Cherng Talay The act does not months prior to visa application specify who pays the cannot be submitted in lieu of an International Law Office, tax, and district officers account holding baht? Patong Beach Co, Ltd, replies: often collect it from Andrew There are two primary non- landowners. Phuket agricultural land taxes in Thailand. The landowner, how- Taxes in paradise too. Photo: Sarah_Ackerman 20 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013

THE REGENT RECEIVED CD FOR IN-HOUSE TV

Brice Borin (2nd left), GM of the Regent Phuket Cape Panwa, and Saitharn Onn-ord, Regent Club Manager met with PGTV's co- producer Nattamon Meesin (1st left) and Manager-Advertising and TV Promotions, Kristi Matzenberger to take delivery of his first copy of the Phuket Today show, which will be featured daily on the luxury resort's in-house television channel.

NOT JUST A YEAR OLDER, BUT A YEAR BETTER!

Happy Birthday to Michael Trocherie (right), owner of Wine Connection. SAIYUAN ESTATE BY THE ATTITUDE CLUB

Saiyuan Estate by The Attitude Club has expanded their real estate business to include Real Estate Director of The Attitude Club Co Ltd, Mrs Kanokpan Pranveerapaiboon (3rd left), the Russian market. Khun Chonticha, Sales Manager of Saiyuan Estate welcomes a handed over 500 bottles of Attitude drinking water to Head of the Blood Recruitment Red group of Russian agencies lead by Rus Thai to inspect Oriental Essence style and Onyx Cross Chapter of Phuket, Mrs Lianbee Saelim (3rd right). Essence style, which are projects of Saiyuan Estate by the Attitude club.

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LAND AT BEAUTIFUL HOUSE Properties CHERNG TALAY LAND NEAR SINGLE HOUSE FOR SALE PHUKET VILLA 5 For Sale 1 Ngarn, nice flat land, quiet MISSION HILLS FOR SALE/ RENT Full landscape, 3 aircons, 3 VILLAGE area, Chanote. In Pasak Soi 5. bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, tele- Price: 2 million baht. Tel: 089- phone, internet, kitchen. Lo- 472 9118. cated near the Heroines LUXURY VILLA Monument towards Pa FOR SALE D CONDO 1, KATHU Khlok. 53sq wah land. Price: -29.94sqm, mountain view, 3.3 million baht (negotiable). price 1,278,000 baht. Tel: 089-646 4786. Email: -29.70sqm, mountain view, [email protected] price 1,280,000 baht. Pa Khlok. 2 rai 32sq wah, In Thanapa Park View vil- -29.79sqm, pool view, price 60m wide. Chanote. Located lage in Koh Kaew. 57sq NAI HARN, 1,330,000 baht. on Tha Ruea-Pa Khlok- wah, with 2 bedrooms, 2 SEA VIEW LAND bathrooms, a kitchen, a Soi Mangosteen, 20x10m, -29.70sqm, pool view, price Muang Mai Rd. 11 km from carpark and a garden. Chanote, sea view, 2.5 million 1,365,000 baht. Heroines' Monument. Price: Rawai, Saiyuan. 2 stories. 7.8 million baht. Tel: 089-472 Sale: 2.25 million baht. baht, negotiable. Tel: 082-806 Contact Vutdy on 081-892 Land: 516sqm. 3 bed- 9118. Email: honda.1437@ Rent: 11,000 baht per 8843 (English), 081-894 2295 3709. rooms, ensuite. Large hotmail.com month. Contact owner. (English & Thai). For sale. Price 4.5 million open living, garden, west- Tel: 089-615 9719. Email: SEAVIEW KARON baht. No agents, no fur- ern kitchen, tropical gar- [email protected] PROPERTIES nished, with 4 aircons, 3 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 LAND NEAR KATA den with saltwater pool. FOR SALE bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pools, fitness room. Sale: CENTER CCTV security, WiFi, Condo in Kathu for sale, studio, kitchen and car park. Be- 10.5 million baht. Or rent. No Great location, road access, aircon, satelite, parking for HOT DEAL - CONDO 36sqm, floor 2, aircon, pool, fit- hind Kajonkiet International agents. Tel: 086-131 5458. 5 mins to Kata Beach and two cars. Fully furnished. AT THE POINT ness rooms. Price: 2 million main road, 1,450sqm with title School on Chao Fa West Price: 16 million baht. Tel: baht. Email: soklakov63@ deed. Contact Lychee. Tel: Road, 5 minutes to Central 085-309 4012. Email: mail.ru Festival. For short or long- firstpalmtreeontheleft@ 081-891 3048 (English & Ger- man). term rent, 16,000 baht per gmail.com For further de- month. Call to see 087- tails, please see our CONDO IN 270 9093. website at http://luxury- HOUSE FOR SALE IN SUPALAI PARK villa.webs.com BAAN PROMPHAN 2.5 floors, 5 mins to town, 2 KRABI, AO NANG bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Good HOUSE FOR SALE 3 rai. 3 million baht per rai. 2km for stay! 2.85 million baht. Tel: to Ao Nang Beach. Email: Koh Kaew, Ideal Home, 4 bed- 083-506 9155. Email: sumitra. [email protected] rooms, study, playroom and [email protected] maid’s room, large garden, pool. USD $550,000 o.n.o. 2 RAI MAI KHAO Email: [email protected] PRIVATE SALE OF BEACH LAND HALF A RAI Opposite to Big C, one 200m to beach, flat coconut For sale. Near Sengho At Ao Makham. Land is located bedroom with nice view in- tree land. Fully developed, 1-BEDROOM NEW Bookstore in Phuket opposite Port of Phuket and cludes furniture. 55sqm. Chanote title. 6.8 million baht PATONG TOWER Town. Studio, 30sqm, next to Bel Air Cape Panwa Price: 3.5 million. Nego- per rai. Tel: 083-103 6660 Newly renovated spacious 1 floor 15, sea view, aircon, Resort. Price 4.2 million. For tiable. Tel: 082-276 1817, (English & Thai). Email: bedroom apartment on the furnished. Price: 1.55 mil- Beach Road, central Patong. more information please call: 081-614 5372. [email protected] 081-891 5932, 089-035 6702. lion baht. Ready to move 7th floor. Good rental possi- in. For more info call 089- bility. 4.4 million baht. Tel: HOUSE & FURNITURE 472 9118. 7 BEACHFRONT +45-5239 3777. Email: deher Single house, 60sqm. 2 CONDOS 18MB [email protected] HABITIA KOH KAEW NEW CONDO: URGENT Outstanding investment op- SALE/RENT floors, 3 bedrooms and 3 toilets. In Chaiyapruek Vil- portunity! 7 studio apart- HOUSE IN FULLY FURNISHED ments within beach front de- lage at Land & Houses Park, HOUSE FOR SALE VILLA DOWROONG Chalong. Good location and velopment. All 7 apartments Phuket Town. 3 bedrooms, 3 entrance from bypass road. are being offered at a dis- bathrooms, 47sq wah. Tel: 089- Built 2 years ago. Tel: 084- counted price to a total price 909 2771. 627 7001. of 18 million baht for all of them. Tel: 089-839 8255 (En- LAND SALE NEAR glish & Thai). Email: info@ 3MB SEA VIEW Modern style, Chino-Por- BRITISH SCHOOL lantaestate.net CONDO tuguese, area: 36.50sq Special price, modern Land at the entrance to the For sale. Must see! Best wah with 118sqm living style, 30sqm, 1 bedroom, British International School. FREEHOLD CONDO deals on the island. Please space approx. 3 bed- 1 living room, 1 pantry. In Lake view, 544sqm. Price: Chao Fah Garden Home 3 PATONG call 086-086 3845. For fur- rooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 Kathu, 3km to Patong. 6,xxx baht per sqm. Tel: 081- in Koh Kaew near BIS, 10 Good investment, sea view, 5 ther details, please see our car park. Sale down pay- Full set of built-in furniture. 691 2446 (English). Email: mins to Lotus. 2 beds, 2 mins walk from beach. Prices website at www.homesin ment 500,000 baht. Tel: Ready to move in! Contact [email protected] baths, 2 aircons. Nice living start at 3 million baht. No agents. phuket.com 087-270 9093. Ya. Tel: 081-797 5138. & kitchen room, car park, Tel: 083-394 4402. Email: fully furnished. Ready to [email protected] 30 RAI IN TOWN move in. 2.85 million baht Flat land near Dowroong near Boat Lagoon. Tel: 081- School in Phuket Town. Tel: 541 2025. Email: c.junlarat URGENT SALE/ 081-691 2526. @gmail.com RENT

House in Patong. Newly built 40sq wah, near Sea Pearl project, Patong. 2 storeys, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath- rooms, fully furnished, 2 aircons, kitchen with hood, refrigerator, dining room, liv- ing room, hot water, cable TV and internet. Tel: 086- 476 9612. June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 23

PATONG LUXURY BEACH FRONT LAND VILLA FOR SALE HOUSE IN KAMALA CONDO SALE CONDO AT SALE HOUSE URGENT House in Cherng Talay, 2 beds, 1 bathroom, living room ROYAL PLACE On-beach land of 600sqm at SALE this beautiful two-storey and fully equipped kitchen, Naka Island, just 10 mins by villa has a Mediterranean 98sqm. Very high standard, boat from Ao Por Pier, Phuket. air with wrap around bal- nice view. Big balcony, 2 swim- Price: 10,xxx baht per sqm. conies and red tiled roof ming pools, gym, quiet loca- Tel: 081-691 2446, 081-677 with 5 bedrooms, 5 bath- tion. 7.49 million or N/O. Tel: 7914 (English). Email: wut@ rooms, swimming pool, 088-413 8122 (English). Email: tarntaraspa.com office and children’s play [email protected] area, movie room, dinning HABITIA KOH KAEAW Single-detached house near room for 8, maid’s room BEACH FRONT LAND Single house with 2 storeys, BIS. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and laundry. This is the SALE 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, fully furnished, with clubhouse. ideal family home. Internal On-beach land of 600sqm at 440sqm, fully furnished, in Down payment selling 200,000 area: 472sqm, total area: Naka Island, just 10 mins by Chalong. For sale: 7.3 mil- baht. Price: 3.69 million baht. 1,920sqm. Tel: 081-892 boat from Ao Por Pier, Phuket. lion baht. Please call 081-607 Tel: 089-648 6914 (English & 0534 (English), 081-597 Price: 10,xxx baht per sqm. 8567 or email to suksavat@ 6911 (English & Thai). Thai). Email: sammie023@ Tel: 081-691 2446, 081-677 Condo at Royal Place hotmail.com For further de- Fax: 076-238493. Email: For sale. 2 houses on land. windowslive.com For further 7914 (English). Email: wut@ Project, bypass road, oppo- tails, please see our website barrett.damian@gmail. 1 ngan 89sq wah. Chanote details, please see our website tarntaraspa.com site Tesco Lotus. 37sqm, 2fl, at www.phuket-condo.net com title, near mountain, peace- at www.sansiri.com/single 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, ful and safe, 10 minutes house/Habitia_Kohkaew_ kitchen, fully furnished (2 from the beach. 5.5 million NICE HOUSE Phuket/en/home/ GREAT INVESTMENT baht direct from owner. Tel: aircons, washing machine, OPPORTUNITY CHEAP LAND 88SQ WAH refrigerator, TV, microwave, 089-615 9719. Email: 3-STOREY Completed show house and FOR SALE cable TV, 24 security with [email protected] SHOPHOUSE infrastructure, 7 further plots for key card etc). Pls contact Close to Phuket Interna- 372sqm ideal apartment/ of- development. 1.5km from Mis- for more details. Tel: 086-476 tional Airport. 4 rai, Chanote fice. All floors with air condition- sion Hill Golf Club. Contact Aom title. 3.8 million baht per rai. PATONG VILLA AT 9612. Email: annanoi1@ REDUCED PRICE ing, bathrooms, phone lines, lo- for details. Tel: 087-888 1761. Tel: 081-868 7676. Email: hotmail.com cal phone network, internet, [email protected] Modern villa. Sea view. 2 bed- rooms, pool, Jacuzzi, garage, cable TV. Sold by owner di- AMAZING SEA VIEW th etc. Only 9 million baht. Tel: LAND FOR SALE rectly. Tel: 081-958 3310 (En- Karon apartment, 4 floor, free- 084-292 0008 (English). Email: (CHERNG TALAY) glish). Fax: 076-283574. Email: hold, 130sqm, 2 bedrooms, 2 HOUSE IN PHUKET 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Approx 1,200sqm located info@ phuketdive.net bathrooms, fitness center, 2 [email protected] For 3 aircons, sofa, cable TV. VILLA 5 FOR SALE further details, please see our about 2 km from Laguna hotels pools, 600m to sea. 10 million Near Jomthong Village on (off Soi Pa Sak 8). You can baht. No agents. Tel: 086-131 website at www.facebook.com/ Khwang Rd. 6.5 million baht. URGENT SALE patongvilla purchase my P/L company 5458. Tel: 086-774 2034. Email: name which has a chanote [email protected] land title deed attached to it, or 2 RAI MAI KHAO buy the land itself. This is a QUICK SALE 4 BED BEACH LAND good block of land in a built-up IN KATHU 200m to beach, flat coconut KAMALA HOUSE residential area. Good roads, tree land. Fully developed, FOR SALE power and fresh water bore. Chanote title. 6.8 million baht Ready to build on. Must sell. 6 per rai. Tel: 083-103 6660 million baht (negotiable) to the 46sq wah, furnished, 3 (English & Thai). Email: right person. Tel: 075-451818, bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, [email protected] 090-710 4757 (English & 3 aircons, carpark. Only Thai), +61-43-741 0512 (En- 3.5 million baht. Tel: 081- REAL 180 STUNNING glish). Email: garyvegar@ 787 7675. hotmail.com SEAVIEW LAND 10 minutes to BIS and HIS. Real 180º stunning seaview 15 minutes to Patong and land, unobstructed, east side, SOI SANSABAI CONDO Near Phuket FantaSea. PRICE REDUCED, Central. Located in secure Yamu Hill development. 2 plots Outstanding location. Condo: Price: 3.2 million baht. Ne- NEAR BIS 2-storey house with pool, Baan Suan Loch Palm es- of 1 rai each. Chanote title. Price: 90sqm, 2 bedrooms, both en gotiable. Tel: 081-719 1041. 4 bedrooms+maid room, Bang Tao area, access to tate. Selling price 12.75 mil- 5.5 million baht per rai. Tel: 084- suite, 3 aircons, 5 minutes to Email: teddykong0222@ 500sqm, corner unit, energy Surin Beach. 3 bathrooms, lion baht. Tel: +61-43-592 625 5090. Email: phuket. beach and Jungceylon. Free hotmail.com saving. 22.5 million baht. Tel: 3 bedrooms, nice garden. 2900, +61-46-831 5377. [email protected] secure car parking. 4.7 million 076-239887, 087-465 8883 16.8 million baht. Nego- Email: donmountford@ baht o.n.o. Viewing recom- (English & Thai). Email: info@ tiable. Tel: 081-536 7985. gmail.com mended. Tel: 090-168 1716. mindproperties.net Email: kinsailor007@gmail. com Classified Advertisements APARTMENTS FOR SALE, FREEHOLD Please use this form to write your classified advertisement. 2 and 3 bedrooms large ensuite apartments in Royal Phuket Then hand it to any of our agents. Marina, directly on private 25m pool and marina front, elevator |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| (heading) to private parking, superb con- dition and location. Private sale: 19.5 and 23.5 million baht. |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| Tel: 081-787 9774. Email: [email protected] |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| ALLAMANDA (LAGUNA) Residences/ Phuket Condo unit, half of a deluxe twin |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| house, fully furnished and equipped, set direct on the pic- turesque lagoon with balcony right over it. 3 bedrooms each |_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| with shower/ bathroom roof ter- race. Long-term rent or sale. 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Properties APARTMENTS / LUXURY POOL VILLA COZY HOUSE NEAR PHUKET VILLA 5 VILLAS FOR RENT NAI HARN VILLAGE For Rent 3-bedroom pool villa for long- term rent, located just outside Laguna and 4km from Layan HOUSE WITH POOL Beach. Tel: 081-891 1826 (En- IN PA KHLOK Great value accommoda- glish), 081-891 2926 (Thai). tion, available for short and Email: [email protected] long term. Daily from 900 For further details, please see baht or 14,000 baht per our website at www.baanboo month. Contact us for your sakorn.com enquiry. Email: info@resa A high-grade built house, fur- vaholidays.com For further nished and conveniently lo- details, please see our 2-BED BEACH cated minutes from Rawai website at www.resava CONDOS+POOL and Nai Harn Beaches. 2 holidays.com Spacious, kitchen, terrace, spacious bedrooms with en 2-bedroom furnished house large garden, large pool, suite bathrooms. 1 guest toi- with large pool including beach 3 minutes walk. Few let. Aircons. Large living-din- monthly pool/garden main- left for high-season! Email: ing room. Telephone line with For sale. Price: 4.2 million tenance. 40,000 baht per SINGLE HOUSE ADSL. Free water supply FOR RENT/ SALE [email protected] baht. No agents! Not fur- month long term. Tel: +1- and garbage removal ser- nished, with 4 aircons, 3 604-542 2520, 081-719 vice. 22,000 baht per month. bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 7015 (English & Thai), +1- RENT APARTMENT Tel: 087-383 0936 (Khun Nui). NEW APARTMENTS PATONG CONDO kitchen and car park. Be- 613-743 5335 (English). Email: hunt17@hotmail. hind Kajonkiet International WITH SEAVIEW Pool, 24hr security, fully fur- Email: adesmot@gmail. com School on Chao Fa West nished, 46sqm. Tel: 089-728 New 1- and 2-bedroom apart- com Road, 5 minutes to Central 4005. Email: thamad17@ ments. Long and short term. Festival. For short or long- yahoo.com QUALITY APARTMENT Sea view, huge balcony, TV 1 OR 2-BED APTS 2 bedrooms in Patong 50 Pi term rent, 16,000 baht per panels, WiFi, free parking. PATONG Road. 120sqm. Western month. Call to see 087- Pools, gym, expensive furni- In Thanapa Park View vil- THALANG LUXURY WiFi. Aircon. Pool. Kitchen. kitchen, new beds, curtains, 270 9093. ture inside. The best choice lage in Koh Kaew. 57sq POOL HOUSE Full luxury furnishings. 18,000 sofa. Minimum 6 months, for living! Email: osa.com@ wah, with 2 bedrooms, 2 Long-term rent: 45,000 baht baht. Email: bricothailand@ 20,000 baht per month + de- me.com bathrooms, a kitchen, a per month. Tel: 081-606 BEAUTIFUL HOUSE hotmail.com posit. Tel: 089-000 4664. carpark and a garden. 2827 (English & Thai). Email: FOR RENT Rent: 11,000 baht per [email protected] For fur- Fully landscaped, 3 aircons, 3 KATHU GOLF VIEW 1-BEDROOM HOLIDAY RENTAL, bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, tele- PENTHOUSE month. Sale: 2.25 million ther details, please see our BEACH 5 MINUTES APARTMENT PATONG baht. Contact owner. Tel: phone, internet, kitchen. Lo- For rent, 2 and 3 bedrooms website at www.rentpool 1, 2 + 3 bedrooms, modern, Luxury apartment, pool, WiFi, 089-615 9719. Email: cated near the Heroines Monu- on top of a private hill, secure, houseinphuket.com apartments & pool penthouses. cable. 20,000 baht per month. [email protected] ment towards to Pa Khlok. 53sq 190sqm and 330sqm, grand Free WiFi, 5 minutes slow walk Tel: 088-413 8122 (English). wah land. Long-term rent: view on Loch Palm Golf, Valley to 2 beaches + town. Email: Email: [email protected] 16,000 baht per month. Short- Lake, big pool, fully furnished, 3-BEDROOM HOUSE URGENT RENT/ [email protected] SALE term rent: 18,000 baht per maid, long term: 32,000 baht CONDO FOR RENT IN TOWN month. Tel: 089-646 4786. and 65,000 baht. Contact Dowroong Villa, newly fully fur- 1 bedroom, at Phuket Palace THE HERITAGE Email: [email protected] Noi. Tel: 087-269 8492. and Patong Tower. Long-term nished, clean and pleasant. 25,000 baht per month. Tel: 081- SUITES from 15,000 baht per month. HOUSE FOR RENT B.L. APARTMENT Tel: 081-892 1621. 326 1350 (English & Thai). 2 bedrooms, 1bathroom, 1 air Email: [email protected] At Kathu, 1 bedroom, 1 living conditioning unit, fully furnished, room, aircon, cable TV, ADSL, near monument. Tel: 090-865 hot shower, swimming pool, HOUSE AT PRIME KATA OCEAN VIEW 6251 (English & Thai), 081-477 garden and car park. Rent: PLACE VILLAGE CONDO 6323 (English & Thai). Email: 7,000 baht per month. Tel: 081- Fully furnished, seaview and [email protected] 692 3163. non-seaview apartments, avail- able for long-term rental. From 19,000 to 40,000 baht per Luxury fully furnished at Kathu, LOVELY APARTMENTS CHALONG BEACH month. Located on Kata Hill. 2 bedrooms, 161sqm. 40,000 FOR RENT POOL VILLA Tel: 076-330641. For further de- House in Patong. Newly – 45,000 bath per month. Tel: http://pukeyomefc2.web. Furnished, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath- tails, please see our website at built 40sq wah, near Sea 081-895 1400. Email: info@ fc2.com/phuketcondo rooms, 2 garages. 25,000 baht www.oceanic-global.com Pearl project, Patong. 2 theheritagesuites.com rent.htm per month. Tel: 089-470 6104. storeys, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath- www.houserentalsphuket.com Near Heroines’ Monument. rooms, fully furnished, 2 Furnished, aircon, 3 bed- PATONG BANGLA SHOP HOUSE aircon, kitchen with hood, rooms, cable TV, kitchen. refrigerator, dining room, liv- Large 6m x 14m x 4 floors, 25,000 baht per month ing room, hot water, cable aircons + accommodation. with 30,000 baht deposit. TV and internet. Tel: 086- Tel: 087-881 7600. Email: Tel: 086-607 7493. 476 9612. [email protected] June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 25

NEW SEAVIEW CONDO RENT APARTMENT AND KATHU, 3 BED Property Property New units, not studios, all sea ROOMS UNFURNISHED HOUSE Household Services Wanted view, all extras, pools, parking, Patong. Fully furnished. Three-bedroom unfurnished Help Internet, etc. For both long and Price: 9,000-18,000 baht per house to rent on popular estate short-term rental. Mail us (as month. Tel: 089-728 4005. near Soi Namtok. Many more PROPERTY above) for details. Email: Email: thamad17@yahoo. available. Tel: 076-615905, 090- VILLA CHEF MANAGEMENT OFFICE/RETAIL SPACE WANTED [email protected] com 875 3683 (English). Email: Experienced chef required for At extremely competitive prices Surin villa. Must speak En- Office/Retail space wanted sdm@ wmalexander.com For done with clear communication glish. International food to a asap. Approx 20 Sqm. In Ka- BANG-TAO BEACH NAI HARN BUNGALOW further details, please see our and efficiency! For further de- high standard (5-star). Open mala/Surin area. 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WORK WANTED Thai lady, speaks English, experienced, cook, maid, babysitter, can live in, looking for part-time job. Contact Taew. Tel: 081-084 2708.

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2 WAITRESSES WANTED PROMOTERS WANTED Two waitresses to work in Popular bar for young "Farangs" BAR MANAGER & restaurant in Rawai. Good looking for dynamic people to do ACCOUNTS CLERK English speaking.Thai Na- promotion. Residents and trav- Seeking an experienced tional. Good Pay. Tel: 085-783 ellers welcome to apply. Tel: 081- Bar Manager. Must pos- 0141. Email: info@thailand 958 5394 (English). Email: ses fluent English / Thai camp.com collinniemi @gmail.com skills. Position based in Patong. Also seeking Ac- SALES SUPPORT / FRONT DESK STAFF - counting Clerk. Tel: 085- ADMINISTRATOR SAMUI 475 8030. (English). Email: brucebenjamintho Applicant must speak English Plus WELLNESS MAN- [email protected] perfectly and have excellent or- AGER required by Detox re- ganizational skills. High salary sort. Tel: 077-602096. Send commensurate with experi- CV and photo to fasthealing ence. Tel: 080-884 5944. Cover @yahoo.com letter and resume to cha@think Employment designmagazine.com or call. ESTATE / RENTAL Wanted NATIVE ENGLISH DETOX CONSULTANT MAID / HOUSEKEEPER MANAGER HOUSEKEEPER TEACHER WANTED Expat (American) requires an Intira Villas is looking for a Thai WANTED Need experienced preschool English speaking. Nutrition & experienced housekeeper/ person with a happy and posi- GERMAN Thai trainee housekeeper, teacher 10-14 children, start Detox experience required. Will maid with good English and Thai tive attitude. Must be able to TRANSLATION English speaking, start from immediately, Chalong, 40hr a be trained by us. All nationalities speaking ability. Cooking expe- communicate in English and SERVICE 10,000 baht, nice increase week, send resume to phuket may apply. Start immediately. rience a plus and can be live in Thai, both in speaking and writ- Fast, accurate German and work place. Tel: 081-787 [email protected] Good salary + benefits. Tel: or live out. Experience letters ing. Experience in manage- translation for all docu- 9774. Email: phukettreasure 085-783 0141. Email: info@thai and recommendations from pre- ment and rentals. Tel: 081-472 ments and websites. Tel: @gmail.com WORK CS @ landcamp.com vious employers are a must. Top 4925 (English). Please send 091-710 9612 (English). HOLYCLOTHING! notch salary will be paid for the CV and salary requirement. Email: rwesenauer@hot CHINESE-SPEAKING Customer Service Agents OAK MEADOW right person! Contact Robert. Email: jonas@intiravillas. mail.com STAFF needed for internet fashion re- SCHOOL Tel: 089-765 3126. com Chinese/Thai-to-English tailer. Are you CS experienced, Qualified Thai teacher needed. translators and salespeople Thai, hard working, computer Must speak English. Mon- needed. Must have excellent savvy and fluent in English? Fri.Tel: 076-521550. Please spoken and written Chinese 25K+ Per Month. 5-day work email cv to Info@oakmeadow skills. Apply with CV and ex- week. Work on Macs. Tel: 076- phuket.com pected salary. Email: dreams 289472. Email: grahamkay [email protected] @mac.com For full details : www.holyclothing.com/htmlx/ DESIGN STUDIO work.html YACHT SALES BROKER ASSISTANT MANAGER Experience with luxury What we are looking for is a great motoryacht sales and bro- all-rounder as this job has mul- kerage of over 3 years; has tiple roles. You will need excel- good knowledge of motor lent computer skills to manage yachts and including operations and you will be as- sisting with the sales and mar- some technical back- Looking for an ambitious keting activities of the company. ground of various brands; and organised person to Thai nationality 30 years old with good computer skills (ex- join our team.Successful an excellent command of En- cel, word, internet); applicant will help with gen- glish. University degree or proven speaks English fluently, eral office administration experience. People manage- and any other languages and the planning of photog- ment skills. Outgoing, committed would be useful. Tel: 081- raphy shoot. Applicant and energetic. Prepared to work 979 991. Email: vrit@ must have an excellent in Patong & travel across the is- boatlagoonyach ting.co.th command of English. Con- land. Email: info@newspaper please see our website at tact manager. Tel: 083-035 direct-phuket.com Find out about http://boatlagoonyach 9632.Email: photomor us on www.newspaperdirect. ting.co.th [email protected] com

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Articles Bar & Business Opportunities For Sale Restaurant Equipment TOURIST SUBMARINE RESTAURANT / PUB BUSINESS A revolutionary underwater FOR SALE FITNESS CENTER FOR LEASE FOR SALE MOVING SALE tourist activity partner, silent In Bang Tao Beach Road, get 50% OFF RESTAURANT Indoor pub. 30,000 baht partner or investor wanted for 10 years contract, great loca- A well established fit- EQUIPMENT per month plus damage this underwater tourist activ- tion, 50m from The Best ness center with a large deposit. Fully equipped, membership base, situ- We are selling the complete ity. The only one of its type in Western Hotel and beach, stage, sound system, ated in Phuket Town, for contents of a coffee, gelato Thailand and ready to work fully furnished and equipped. seating 65 pax. 8 years + sale. Price reduced to 8 shop, including 2 freezer in Phuket-Krabi area. Austra- Price only 2.5 million baht. 4 months lease. Tel: million baht. Tel: 087-275 showcases, 1 dessert show- lian designed and built. Ex- Tel: 087-893 8590. 087-244 1322, 087-884 3614 (English & Thai), case, 2 group espresso ma- cellent returns. For more in- 8972. 080-698 5021 (Thai). chines, bottle cooler, upright formation and full prospec- SPORT BAR AND Email: coco_ivy@hot freezer, gelato makers and tus, please call 080-038 GUESTHOUSE mail.com pasteuriser, together with all 4916. Karon Beach. 9 en-suite Almost new tables with 2 SPACE FOR RENT furniture and other light BANGLA rooms and laundry, bar chairs, gasoline lawn equipped with pool table, 4 equipment. All stock only 12 Great location, facing Bangla mowers, electric hedge KARON screens, kitchen. Tel: 085- RESTAURANT months old. Tel: 087-894 Road. 136sqm, ground floor, GUESTHOUSE trimmer, office tables, 1384 (English & Thai), 089- 795 0875. FOR SALE more. For more informa- outdoor and indoor. No key FOR SALE Steveos tasty burgers for 065 5514 (English & Thai). money. Tel: 085-887 7414 tion, please call 085-470 Email:info@conciergein Estimate 14 years old, sale. 800,000 baht o.b.o. For 7009. (English & Thai). Email: nimin MASSAGE / phuket.com Chanote title, 5 storeys, BEAUTY SALON quick sale. Contact Steve. [email protected] Tel: 089-918 3718. Email: 12 rooms, laundry, sala, Top location in Kata for sale. [email protected] bar, net profit 2 million Can sell 50% this year and Please see our website at baht. Sale: 12 million the rest later. Please contact Bulletins www.steveostastyburgers. baht. Owner retiring. No Ulf for more information. Tel: com offers. Tel: 081-728 1862 087-281 7233. (English), 081-370 8733 SPONSOR A CHILD (Thai). 30 ROOM HOTEL BEAUTY SHOP FOR LEASE The Phuket International FOR SALE High occupancy rate, good Women’s Club is a volun- PATONG BEACH HOTEL Sale: 490,000 baht (nego- location, easy to start busi- teer organization raising AND RESTAURANT tiable). Fully equipped, with ness! High ranking on online funds for educational Built in 2009, near Simon customers and equipment: travel websites, such as scholarships. We rely Cabaret, 20 minutes walk to 2 foot massage chairs, 1 booking.com, agoda.com, on the goodwill of donors the beach. Fully equipped, massage bed, 3 hairdres- tripadvisor.com. Legal, cur- and sponsors – small 16 rooms. Key money 3.5 sing stations. Price includes rent and up-to-date contracts and large. If you would million baht. Monthly rent: Thai Co Ltd. For more infor- with overseas tour operators like to put something 80,000 baht, long-term con- mation, please call 090-154 that have high sales volume back into the community tract. Licenses for food, alco- 6115 (English). Email: djan and many loyal customers in which you live, contact hol and tobacco. Training for ila_ [email protected] with repeat business. Cur- us to find out more about web contracts and channel rent sales channels and prop- giving a prize or being a manager included. 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RESTAURANT FOR SALE, CHALONG Chao Fa Road, fully equip- ped, kitchen, nicely deco- rated, 2 living rooms, 3 year lease. Rent: 10,000 baht per HOTELS IN PHUKET FOR SALE month. Sale: 1.4 million baht. Contact realestate.luxuryphuketholidays.com For viewing please call 084- 845 4743. June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 29

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TOYOTA YARIS WTI 1984 MAZDA 323 1990 NISSAN SENTRA BLACK CBR 150 A1 CAR RENTAL LIMITED Runs well, registered until CHEAP 35,000 baht or best offer, NEW JAZZ Fully insured, 12,000 to October 2007,automatic, February 2014. Sale: 45,000 I'm accepting 30,000 baht moving, perfect condition. & VAN RENT 20,000 baht per month. Tel: one owner. Full Toyota ser- baht. Tel: 083-692 4304 (En- or best offer. Vehicle is worth Tel: 089-918 3718. Email for 089-831 4703. Email: a1car vice, 66,000km. Like new, glish), 085-786 8859 (Thai). over 80,000 baht. Tel: +10-24- photo/details to steveos [email protected] gray. Sale: 430,000 baht.Tel: 8579-0856. Email: Camineet [email protected] 087-922 6915. Email: wilasi TOYOTA LUCIDA VAN @gmail.com [email protected] NEW CAR Lucida, sun roof, moon roof, VESPA S 150IE FOR RENT 2.2 turbo diesel, bluetooth TOYOTA COROLLA stereo. 300,000 baht. Please 1.3L GLI MT HONDA JAZZ call 081-003 6902. Email: [email protected] Short or long-term rent with insurance and deliv- ery service. Tel: 081-607 FORD FIESTA 8567. Email: suksavat@ SPORT hotmail.com For further details, please see our 5 door, white, 2 years old, website at www.phuket 32,000km, bluetooth, Short or long-term rent, carsrent.com great condition. 475,000 delivery service, with 2007, one owner, never baht. Tel: 089-871 9295 1996, comes with new good price. Tel: 086-690 been rented out, full (English). Email:blake tyres and new audio sys- 0626. Email: bcarrent@ TOYOTA AVANZA hotmail.com Honda service, full op- [email protected] tem. Green book, well 15,000 / MONTH drive. Sale: 140,000 baht. tions. Like new. Tel: 081- New family car for rent for a Call for viewing. Tel: 087- 415 4398. Email: namph minimum of 3 months. Mint 270 9093. CAR FOR RENT [email protected] condition, fully insured. Mail TOYOTA AVANZA New Avenza from 25,000 me for more details. Email: baht. Tel: 090-156 7927. [email protected] CHEVROLET CAPTIVA CAMRY 2.4 - MAY 2007 Vespa for sale! Only FOR SALE 64,000km, pearl white, red 4,800km. New price: 125,000 baht. Now a year MOTORBIKES CHEAP CAR White Chevrolet Captiva 2.0 leather, white aluminium old, asking only 85,000 FOR RENT FOR RENT LTZ, automatic, year 2011, wheels, special dashboard, baht. Available at the end Honda PCX, Airblade, Click. 49,330km, one owner, in services only Toyota. Price: of June. Tel: 083-172 Best prices, free delivery, excellent condition, new 950,000 baht. Tel: 084-433 3520 (English). Email: passport copy only. Please tires, book service. Tel: 081- 0884. [email protected] call 080-534 1289 (English), 271 1411 (English), 084-186 For sale. Model 2008, 7 087-075 2166 (English). 6618 (English & Thai). Email: HONDA ACCORD 1992 seats, 1.5 cc, excellent Email: omaralquraini@hot [email protected] RUNNER condition. Price: 485,000 mail.com baht. Call for viewing. Tel: Black 4-door, manual, new 4x4 087-270 9093. tyres, good runner, good on HONDA CITY gas, 245,159km, recently CHEAP MOTORBIKE serviced. Sale: 99,000 baht. TOYOTA FORTUNER FOR RENT Please call 084-446 8965 2010 August, diesel, naviga- Low season. Manual trans- CHEVROLET CRUZE (English), 085-917 1046. tor, blue, automatic, 46,000 mission start at 1,800 baht. FOR SALE Email: haroldmccarthy@ km, many extras, as new, Automatic start at 2,500 baht gmail.com full service. 1.05 million baht. per month. Please call 086- Available now in Chalong. Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 LTZ. 683 7162 (English & Thai). Top options, leather Tel: 086-277 2691. Email: da Tel: 087-689 9679. Email: SELLING [email protected] Email: yosompetch@hot [email protected] seats, 4 airbags, cruise mail.com control, ABS with EBD, HONDA BRIO CAR auto rain sensor, head Selling White Honda Brio, TOYOTA HILUX VIGO bought it September 28, For sale. Model 2004, lamp control automatic, 4X4 AUTOMATIC 2012. It still has a new car Pick-ups 1.5cc, excellent condi- fordable remote control 2007, 84,000km only, 1st smell. Sale: 400,000 baht. tion. Price: 345,000 baht. key, etc. Price: 560,000 owner/German owned, all Tel: 087-589 7226 (English). Call for viewing. Tel: 087- baht. Contact owner. Tel: service interval by Toyota Email: yanping.zhao@pia. 270 9093. 089-615 9719. Service Center, first-class in- PICKUP TRUCK ISUZU DMAX 2006 ac.th surance until November 11,000 BAHT / Automatic, 4x2, double 2013, white plates, brand- MONTH cab, 105,000 km. Good new tires. Alpha Canopy and Mazda Fighter. Year condition, one owner. front bull bar. Special fast sell 2004. Good condition. 380,000 baht. Tel: 087- Wheels & Motors moving price: 650,000 baht. Insurance. Tel: 087-282 079 0650, 080-073 5371 Tel: 085-888 4800 (English). 3724. Email: tachibana- (English). Email: martin Email: happymaker2009@ [email protected] [email protected] gmail.com Please use this form to write your classified advertisement.

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SUNSEEKER YACHT FOR SALE

Sunseeker Caribbean 52ft, 1992. Located in Ao Po Grand Marina. 2,700,000 baht. Tel: 087-626 0495. Email: dan.soft.studio@ gmail.com For further de- tails, please see our website at http://gen2gdk.com/ jitlada/ KAYAK: INFLATABLE 2 PERSON NEW KARNIC 2052 New! I am leaving Thailand in Deep V Hull, 140hp 4-stroke 15 days, so hurry up! All Suzuki O/B. Bimini and marine equipment. 15,500 baht. Tel: heads. 1,299,950 baht. 10% 080-275 4788 (English & low season discount for the Thai), 080-375 5230 (English). month of June. Now in stock at Email: [email protected] our Boat Lagoon Showroom. For details contact Alan Giles. NEW ALESSANDRO Andaman Boat Sales.Tel: 087- MARCHI 283 1674. Email: boats@anda manboatsales.com “Carenacorsa 18”. Hypalon RIB, light and fast. 90hp lean- KAYAK WANTED burn, 4-stroke Suzuki O/B. Secondhand 2-man kayak. Bimini. 999,950 baht. 10% low Tel: 088-381 5725. season discount for the month of June. Now in stock at our NEW KARNIC 1851 Boat Lagoon Showroom For Deep V Hull, 90hp lean-burn, 4- details contact Alan Giles. stroke Suzuki O/B. Bimini and Andaman Boat Sales. Tel: 087- trailer. 999,950 baht. 10% low 283 1674. Email: boats@anda season discount for the month manboatsales.com of June. Now in stock at our Boat Lagoon Showroom. For details contact Alan Giles. SEA RAY 175 SPORT Andaman Boat Sales. Tel: 087- 283 1674. Email: boats@ andamanboatsales.com

NEW ALESSANDRO MARCHI “Carenalunga 21”. Hypalon RIB (LOA 24'). Composite con- struction, strong and fast. 175hp 4-stroke Suzuki O/B. Bimini and trailer. 1,795,000 baht. 10% low season dis- count for the month of June. Now in stock at our Boat La- December 2010 with trailer. goon Showroom. For details Price: 720,000 baht. Tel: contact Alan Giles. Andaman 084-628 2616. Email: Boat Sales. Tel: 087-283 1674. [email protected] Email: boats@andamanboat sales.com

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RIVA HULL THAI WOODEN BOAT Cryptic crossword 10 meters long, marine ply- MOONSOON FOR BOAT YARD OPENING 36ft, Isuzu 110hp, Radio wood hull (not completed) for SALE Hard stand, 250 baht per Furuno Fish Finder. 300,000 sale. Tel: 081-968 3118 (En- foot per month. Repairs baht. Tel: 083-102 7801. glish & Thai). Email: info@pro done, fiberglassing, paint- carpentering.com ing, and stainless steel. NORTHSHORE Tel: 082-839 7701. (AUSTRALIA) 46’ SPEEDBOAT Centerboard Sloop (1987). FOR SALE THAI FISHING BOAT Yanmar 56hp diesel (2005). Cheap price for quick sale, fully Well maintained and a bar- 28ft, registered for 15 pas- restored, excellent condition, gain at the reduced price of sengers. 200hp V6 Mercury very reliable and cheap to use. AU$110,000. Contact Alan. motor, only 240 hours, re- Contact Peter. Tel: 085-253 Tel: 084-842 6146. www. cently totally restored. Per- 4429. boatshedphuket.com fect for snorkeling, diving trips, island hopping or water taxi. Navigation system + fishfinder. 5hp spare motor. LOA 37ft. Yamaha 200hp x 2. Boat and motor in very good Looking for a boat? Speed 35kts. Passenger 25 condition. Located at Boat people. Price: 950,000 baht. Lagoon. Priced for quick sale See more classified ads Tel: 082-110 0969, 082-414 at 330,000 baht. Tel: 086- 6290. Email: captsayan@ 747 9292. Email: claud at www.phuketgazette.net hotmail.com [email protected] 32 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013

Aircraft HAVE A PASSION AIRPLAY ALTIS 1999 ROBIN 2160i For Sale FOR AVIATION? MICROLIGHT I would like to sell my Robin If you have an aircraft for Superb trike with Konig ra- aircraft or trade it for a 4-seat sale or an interest in avia- dial engine. Great economi- Cessna or Piper (based in tion and wish to learn cal fun. Little used. Please Hua Hin). The Robin: TTAF YOUR HELICOPTER how to fly or buy an air- contact for more informa- 300hrs. SMOH 60hrs. This Flying and owning your own heli- craft or arrange a private tion. Tel: 089-111 6457 (En- is a well-equipped, two-seat copter has just become possible. flight, etc. Website: glish & Thai), 081-397 7598 aerobatic aircraft. Has the Free complete flight instruction www.aeropromgr.com/ (English & Thai). Email: Christen inverted oil system. course with your purchase. newsletter [email protected] Excellent inside and outside. Email: [email protected] King KMA24 audio panel, KX155 nav/com, KI203 vor, KY197A comm, KN64A dme, KR87 adf, KT76A tran- sponder, CSPA400 i-com, FP5 fuel computer, CHT, OAT, Pitot heat. Price: 4 million baht. Please contact Thom. Email: thos_w@ hotmail.com

TECNAM P-92 - Price: 1.5 million baht - Registration: U-B08 - Year of Manufacture: 2002 - Equipment: Full stan- dard equipment - Engine: Rotax 912- 80HP 350hrs. Please contact for more in- formation. Aircraft is based at Klong 15. Tel: 081-840 8418.

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8TH LAGUNA PHUKET INTERNATIONAL MARATHON

Laguna Phuket's Debbie Dionysius and Phuket Today's Tara Sudlow celebrate their completion of the 10.5km run at last weekend's Laguna Phuket International Marathon.

HeadStart teacher, Kayleigh Damant (left), completed the 42km marathon to raise funds Krittapas "Krit" Sakdidtanon, Marathon Charity Ambassador for fellow HeadStart teacher Richard Allenby (right). 34 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 Off Course: The 19th hole By Mark Knowles love pizza? Alongside the standard pizza toppings, such as capricciosa FINDING somewhere to spend a and margherita there are some day with the whole family while unique ‘signature’ pizzas such as keeping everyone happy can the Pizza Phuket with chicken mari- sometimes be a challenge in nated in yellow curry powder and Phuket. Often, kid- friendly activi- a Spicy Phuket with red curry ties can leave the adults twiddling chicken. Thomas and Pia have also their thumbs and wishing they injected a bit of their native could be somewhere else. The Sweden into the pizza making. owners of Phuket Adventure Mini- “We make the pizzas ‘Swed- Golf in Bang Tao, Pia and Tho- ish style’, with a thin and crispy mas, have solved this problem by crust and a blend of good qual- creating a family-friendly venue ity cheddar and mozzarella that everyone can enjoy. cheeses” he says. Their unique Adventure Golf Having tasted the aforemen- course is not your typical ‘putt- tioned Pizza Phuket I can testify putt’ golf course, but rather a that the perfectly cooked crispy miniature replica of a full-sized base creates a perfect contrast 59-par 18-hole golf course, with the tender chunks of mari- which provides a fun challenge nated chicken – definitely give for kids and also lets adults this one a try. brush up on their putting skills. The other menu favorites But golf is certainly not the only include the huge selection of beef, reason to visit, their restaurant Wagyu beef and chicken burgers Off Course provides delicious with a great variety of toppings. meals in an alfresco setting There’s a Hot Chili Burger for spicy Thomas says that their aim food fans, a Hawaiian Burger for a was to fill a gap in the market tropical twist, and of course, the in Bang Tao, where family decadent Bacon and Cheese Burger MAGIC MANGO: The Mango Delight Burger, made with 100 per cent Aussie beef, is mouth-wateringly good activities were for all those sorely lacking, meat-lovers out crispy shoestring fries and mango- especially in the there. All the mayo on the side. For those who the evening. beef burgers like the sweetness of pineapple on “We wanted are made from their burgers, I humbly suggest to create a fam- 100 per cent you try mango next time, it is ily venue where Australian simply fabulous. parents could Black Angus For dessert, the Swedish theme enjoy a meal gourmet beef continues, with light and fluffy while keeping and can be waffles made to Thomas and Pia’s an eye on their ordered in 150 secret recipe. You can choose CRISPY BASE: The ‘Pizza Phuket’ children.” adds a Thai twist with yellow curry or 200 gram between the traditional strawberry In keeping marinated chicken pieces. sizes. After jam and whipped cream topping or with the family tasting Thomas indulge in one with chocolate sauce friendly atmosphere, the Off and Pia’s pizza creation, I thought and ice-cream. There is also Course menu has plenty of crowd- it was only sensible to try their sig- cheesecake with raspberry coulis pleasing favorites such as burgers, nature Mango Delight Burger, and passion fruit or try a grilled pizza, pasta and classic Thai dishes. which has a slice of succulent banana with chocolate and crushed Thomas says that their pizzas are grilled mango, red wine vinegar cashew nuts. SWEDISH STYLE: Thomas and Pia ready to tee off with a Swedish waffle the most popular menu item and marinated shallots and fresh To keep the little ones happy and with strawberry jam and whipped cream (Above). The thin base pizzas it’s not surprising who doesn’t lettuce, served with a bowl of well fed, there are a range of fun are made with super-fresh ingredients (below). Photos: Mark Knowles children’s meals with cartoon inspired names such as Shrek’s fish fingers and Sponge Bob’s hot dog, which are sure to suit even the most fussy eaters. In fact, children’s parties are Phuket Adventure Mini-Golf’s specialty and no matter how big or small the celebration, they can take care of all the details. “We can organize everything, if parents want face-painting or jumping castles, they just let us know, we can tailor the party to suit any theme and budget,” We can organize activity leaders or nanny’s to take the stress off parents and keep the kids entertained all-day,” We can also do customized staff parties, team-building and other kinds of events for up to 200 people,” says Pia. The golf course is also fully floodlit so it’s also perfect for evening events or parties or even just to enjoy a sunset cocktail from their extensive drinks list. So next time you’re looking for a place to take the family for a fun-filled day and a great meal, make sure you head to Phuket Adventure Mini-Golf. June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 35

August 12, Her Majesty the Queen's Birthday Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s birthday is a public holiday in the Kingdom and is also Mother’s June 20, 11:30am to 2pm: Day. Phuket International Women's Club monthly lunch September 19, 11:30am-2pm: The June lunch will be held at Phuket International Women’s two Chefs Bistro in Karon. All Club monthly lunch are welcome but registration is September’s lunch will be at The essential. Members 500 baht, guests Holiday Inn, Patong. Always 650 baht. For more information, a popular venue. All are welcome please contact Carole Dux by phone but registration is essential. on +66-76-316711; or email: Members 500 baht and [email protected]. guests 650 baht. Contact [email protected] June 21, 6pm-1am: Midsummer celebration at Two Chefs Kata October 8, 6pm-10:30pm: Wine Celebrate Midsummer Eve at Two Black n Blue List of the Year Thailand Chefs in Kata center. We are Awards serving a large buffet with lots of The Wine List of the Year Thailand Scandinavian specials such as our play the Green Awards is a National competition own smoked salmon, pickled recognizing the efforts and exper- herrings, liver pate, pastries from Man in Chalong. tise amongst the hotels, restaurants, the Two Chefs bakery, and much, cafes and wine bars in the develop- more for only 595 baht per ment of wine culture in Thailand. person. And of course our famous June 28 8pm The awards promote and reward house band will be there to excellence in these venues and entertain you until the late hours. convey this message to the media Come for the food and stay for Pony, to celebrate his 19th Birth- classic soul and rock-n-roll hits, July 22, Arsarnha Bucha Day and wine and food consumers in the fun! For bookings or more day with free pony rides, (riders plus of course, some great Blues This Buddist Holiday, which falls Thailand and abroad. The competi- information contact Two Chefs by under 60 kilos), ice-cream and rhythms. For an unforgettable on the full-moon day of the tion is open to all food and bever- phone +66-76-330065 or email cake, with fizzy-wine cocktails evening where you can dance or eighth month of the Thai lunar age establishments with wine lists. [email protected] for parents (limit two). RSVP to just chill and enjoy great live calendar commemorates the The online registration opened in [email protected] or music. Free welcome drink for the Buddha's first sermon to his May 2013 and culminates in the June 22, 6:30-11:30pm: Chivas call 084-482 4581. We’re at ladies. For more details visit disciples after attaining enlight- announcement of Thailand’s best Whisky Dinner at The Kee Sky 51/68 Moo 6, Cherng-Talay, facebook.com/blacknbluemusic enment. The holy day is observed wine list at the Awards ceremony in Lounge & Restaurant, Patong Thalang. (Off route 4018, N. by donating offerings to temples, October. Contact Jon Hyams on The Age of Celebration. Be a part Bang-Tao Beach, Layan, Soi 7). July 4, 6-10pm: July 4th 2013 listening to sermons by monks +66-80-471 8713 or email of an exclusive ‘dinner under the Map at: andamanhorsecenter.com celebration at Friendship Beach and making prayers. [email protected] stars’ experience and embark on Resort a five course east-meets-west July 6-7, 10am to 8pm: Phuket Please join us for a traditional culinary adventure and pop Airshow & Family Picnic at American celebration at Super culture party featuring a selec- Phuket Airpark Natural Restaurant at Friendship tion of Chivas Scotch Whisky Two full days of entertainment for Beach Resort! Location: 27/1 soi aged 12, 18 and 25 years, plus local area charities. Support this mittrapap, Rawai, Phuket. Contact Chivas Brothers New Malt. fantastic non-profit event by Chef Charlie by phone on +66- Enjoy live entertainment that will becoming a sponsor, volunteer, or 89-728 5304 or email him at take you on a celebration down vendor. For more details please [email protected] through the ages. Free car park- visit navyleaguephuket.org. ing available. For bookings This event is sponsored by the July 18, 11:30am-2pm: Phuket phone: 66-83-0978027 or email Phuket Gazette, PGTV and the International Women’s Club [email protected] ‘Phuket Today’ show. monthly lunch July lunch will be at a new venue. June 29, 10am-4pm: Lamburg’s June 28, 8pm-11:30pm: Hint of Salt at Surin. All are welcome but 19th B’Day. Free Pony Rides, the Blues registration essential. Members Ice Cream and Cake! Black n Blue will play at the Green 500 baht, guests 650 baht. Please help Lamburg, The Rider Man Chalong featuring many Contact [email protected]

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Sponsored by the Phuket Gazette and Khun Woody’s Sandwich Shoppes. 36 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 Unchecked aggression WE’VE all heard stories being a yappy, nippy little about aggressive dogs and thing at least, that’s what perhaps you have one of most people tell me. these so labeled canines Second on the list? living next door. Many of The mighty Chihuahua. us have read newspaper articles, here I say mighty, for we are all well aware of and abroad, depicting vicious attacks the massive heart these little dogs seem to on youngsters, or other dogs, by these have. Nose to nose with a Great Dane, a ‘aggressive’ or ‘bully’ breeds. Of course, we Chihuahua ain’t backing down. all know the breeds I’m talking about: As for number one? The all time most Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Pit Bulls and aggressive breed? The Dachshund. Results Rottweilers these are all hard-core, not for from the survey found that one in four the fainthearted, child mauling breeds of Dachshunds had either bitten, or tried to bite dogs – right? strangers and even owners and a similar Well, a recent research study released number had tried to attack other dogs. in the Applied Animal Behavior Science “Reported levels of aggression in some Journal in the US into “most aggressive cases are concerning, with rates of bites or breeds” did indeed identify the top three bite attempts rising as high as 20 per cent most aggressive breeds. Pit Bulls, toward strangers and 30 per cent toward Rottweilers, surely? Not necessarily. unfamiliar dogs,” says Dr James Serpell, one Before we delve in, let me remind you this of the team’s researchers, about Dachshunds. is based on a US research study, albeit Conversely, the “media darlings of involving over 6,000 owners and over 40 savagery”, those Pit Bulls and Rottweil- different breeds of dog. I mention this as here ers and so on, actually scored below in Thailand there is really no animal welfare average in the aggression study, in a legislation, and while there are bans similar band with Basset Hounds, Golden on the importing of certain breeds, there Retrievers and Labradors. seems to be no problem with breeding and The researchers also say that the bite ENERGETIC NOT AGGRESSIVE: Breeds such as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are often unfairly stereotyped as being aggressive. Photo: Mark Knowles selling them here. statistics that have been released in In the US, with breed specific recent years are skewed because most dog Ultimately, a lot of this depends on the consequences of their actions. legislation acts bites are not owners, how they treat their dogs, how Any dog in the wrong environment, being brought reported. Big they react and respond to various regardless of breed, has the potential to bite, forward in more dog bites are situations and essentially, what they are or cause damage, and of course, the reverse and more areas more likely to teaching their dogs whether on purpose, is also true. But if you’re unsure about your across the coun- require medi- or unwittingly. dogs behavior, or you feel they are behaving try, breeds like Pit cal attention, Responsible owners of a Pit Bull, or say, inappropriately, then seek advice. All too Bulls, Rottweilers, but this does a Rottweiler, are naturally more aware of often, we hear those famous words “but he’s Doberman Pin- not mean that their reputation for aggressiveness and tend a lovely dog, really!”. Which I’m sure is true, schers and other those breeds to take more control; possible by enrolling but ‘lovely’ dogs are often put down, or ‘scary’ breeds are are doing the the dog in obedience classes, or seeking re-homed because of a history of biting and in danger of los- majority of the help and advice from professionals. For aggressive behavior. A simple evaluation ing their homes biting. While they know it is important to have this type could be the difference between harmony in and even their we can all of dog under control. your household, or a serious dog bite. lives. These par- imagine a bite However, it can often be the case with Still not convinced? Two of my own dogs ticular breeds are from a Ger- owners of a Chihuahua, or a Dachshund, a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd are often touted as man Shepherd to respond with “oh its really cute” when American Kennel Club (AKC) Therapy Dog being extremely or similar he barks and snarls, “isn’t he sweet being certified and have partaken in numerous aggressive, but being quite all defensive of me”. However, in truth, canine assistance programs, including a as the research traumatic and these behaviors can, and occasionally do, Reading With Dogs program at the British shows, this isn’t serious, one lead to serious consequences. International School Phuket. BITE SIZE: Chihuahua’s, despite their small size always the case. were found to be aggressive. Photo: David Shankbone should never In my time as a trainer, I’ve met some So, which are underestimate wonderful loving dogs across all breeds, and For more information on the roles dogs play regarded as the most aggressive breeds then? the strength and damage a little Dachshund equally, met some really nasty ones but one in our lives, or to enquire about training Well, in third place, is the Jack Russell or Jack Russell can do, especially with thing is always the same. It’s not the dogs classes contact the Thailand Canine Terrier. If you think about it, maybe you’ve children and babies around. fault, but that of their owners. Although in Academy on 089 588 4050 or email had an aunt or a grandmother that used to How did it come to this? That’s a good fairness, a lot of the time the owner isn’t aware [email protected] or check the have one and you can probably recall it question and the answer is quite complex. of what they are doing and the longer term website: thailandcanineacademy.com Dog of the week FLUFFY has spent most of her life locked in a concrete cage with no room to move around. Not long ago the team from Doggie Heaven rescued her, she was very sick with liver malfunction, severe jaundice and open wounds on her rump from sleeping on the wet concrete for so long. Now Fluffy is sleeping on a lovely pad- ded cushion, going for walks on the beach everyday, and best of all, getting some real food and recovering well with the medi- cine she has been given daily. If you might be looking to adopt a small cute dog, that’s full of love Fluffy would be perfect for you!

Doggie Heaven helps place homeless dogs with loving families and is located in Thalang. If you’d like to adopt an animal or want to make an appointment, please SURPRISING: Daschunds were found to be the most aggressive breed of dog. Photo: Dan Bennett contact: [email protected] or visit Fluffy is looking for a loving home. doggieheaven.net June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 37 Superyacht Rendezvous to rock Kata

RESPLENDENT: Asia Superyacht Rendezvous attracts the finest superyachts. Photo: Asia Superyacht Rendezvous Ocean Lofts at Kata Rocks. Photo: Kata Rocks KATA Rocks, one of Phuket’s Rendezvous will have the opportu- “by invitation only” and mandatory wrapped around a modern, futuris- oceanfront restaurant and trendy premier oceanfront developments, nity to stay in one of Kata Rock’s requirements are that each yacht tic design was inspired by bar, world-class Spa and Wellness has been chosen to become the award-winning Sky Villas, where must be at least 30 meters in size. superyachts, so it is fantastic that Center, ‘state-of-the-art’ fitness official host sponsor for the 2013 they can enjoy stunning sunset “Kata Rocks is delighted to be they will be moored directly at our room, lounge, library and boutique. Asia Superyacht Rendezvous event. views of the bay, where their hosting this exciting event” shoreline. We are thrilled that An estimated 120 guests will be “This is a logical move for two superyachts will be anchored enthused Richard Pope, managing owners of the participating comfortably accommodated on the companies that cater to the lifestyles during the three day event.” director at Kata Rocks. “It has been yachts will appreciate our luxu- waterfront for the Rendezvous’ of individuals, to whom luxury, Held annually from December wonderful to see the Rendezvous rious facilities and enjoy the Gala Dinner. – Phuket Gazette beauty and tranquility are of para- 16 to 18, the Asia Superyacht attracting superyachts in increasing exceptional levels of service that mount importance,” commented Rendezvous is host to some of the size and numbers annually to Phuket. they are accustomed to.” For more information, please visit: event organizer, Charles Dwyer. world’s finest superyachts. Not Our Sky Villa design of sleek Launching this October, resort asiasuperyachtrendezvous.com or “Guests of the Asia Superyacht just any yacht can take part. It is louvres with tinted glass panels, amenities at Kata Rocks include an katarocks.com.

Kata Rocks will offer an oceanfront restaurant, bar, world-class Spa and Wellness Center. Photo: Kata Rocks Each yacht must be at least 30 meters in size. Photo: Asiasuperyacht 38 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 PracticalSok it to me apps baby! JUST three hours north of local Tesco! Phuket is one of Southeast Asia’s We rode the seven kilometer most stunning unspoiled natural out-and-back trail, with a cooling resources – Khao Sok National dip in the deep pool at the turning Park. As Phuket becomes ever point to revive our jellied legs. formore febrile and hectic, residentsThailandhuman spirit”. Thom’s poetically- Sweat poured, gibbons hooted and and visitors alike increasingly titled book Waterfalls and Gibbon occasionally hikers cheered need to escape to such places of Calls is the Bible on Khao Sok and us on. It was exhilarating and physical, spiritual regeneration. is well worth obtaining if you exhausting in equal measure, but We reached Khao Sok Na- venture to these parts. It was extremely gratifying at ride’s end. tional Park on a sweltering April here that our cycle adventure We had supper at the famous day by heading north across the really began. riverside restaurant at Art’s Lodge, Sarasin Bridge and then up the Ditching our gear in one of the which was the first of the many coastal Highway 4 to Takuapa, rustic wooden cottages at Art’s backpacker-style lodges to open then east on the 401 across the Riverside Lodge, we cycled to the near the park. Art’s sits on the Isthmus of Kra en route to Surat park entrance, paid 200 baht for our bank of the Sok River where huge Bicycling Baz rides Khao Sok, one of the best riding routes in Thailand Thani. It took about three hours, day ticket and we were on our way. limestone cliffs tower over an out- (top). Limestone karsts and verdant rainforest (below). Photos: Baz Daniel with our mountain bikes roped We pedaled past the visitor door terrace restaurant opposite a to the bed of the pickup, but as center and across the bridge over monkey swimming pool. The food we approached the park, it was the Sok River and followed the left is good and the environment con- like awakening in another hand fork as it climbed a steep hill ducive to the consumption of universe. into the body of indigenous rain many beers after a satisfying day’s You know you are in for forest. This is most definitely ride and on this score we did not something special when the mountain biking territory and the disappoint. scenery along the route becomes trail abounds in steep, often From Art’s you can wade cross at first dramatic and then sim- rocky climbs and descents. It’s the shallow river then walk ply breath-taking with huge somewhat technically challenging about a kilometer to the local limestone cliffs rising temple called Wat Tam sheer from the verdant Pantoorat. Here tribes of rain forest and tower- wild monkeys play tag ing majestically across the cliff face and skywards. These are in the trees above your the remnants of the head. There are rickety same 250 million year latticed climbing ladders old coral reef that up the face of the cliff, marches on through which, if you have a head Borneo, Phang Nga for heights, will take you Bay and eventually to a monks’ meditation and featuring a stop en route at billet for the night, we immediately emerges in Halong cave about a hundred a little roadside temple to make decamped into kayaks and headed Bay in the north of feet above ground. It merit by feeding fish-food to out across the limpid waters as a Vietnam. The Earth’s was here the following a huge congregation of scaly full moon rose over the serrated tectonic plate collision morning at dawn that we denizens from a rocky pulpit high crests of the vaulting limestone extruded this coral asked forgiveness for above a river pool. karsts. After a swim we just ever-higher over last night’s Singha- The final climb up to the floated in our kayaks basking in the eons and indeed ROMANTIC: Floating cottages on Cheow Lan Lake. Symphony. dam is steep, and by mid- the silence, nursing a cold beer continues to do so, After hiking back to afternoon when we cycled it, we and luxuriating in the feeling of albeit at a mere centimeter or embracing rock jumping and sand Art’s for breakfast, we rode clocked 42 degree heat at road being among the most exhausted two a year these days. A well- surfing, and you also have to bear down to the 401 highway and level. Arriving at the dam, the huge and luckiest cyclists in the world. marked left turn off Highway in mind that you share the path turned left towards Surat vista of the lake opens up before 401 takes you onto the little road with a bipedal tribal ape known Thanifor the 58 kilometer run to you and the hard, sweaty climb A great way to experience cycling to one of the world’s oldest and as Homo Sapiens, not to mention the town of Ban Ta Khun where seems totally worthwhile. As dusk around Khao Sok is with James most pristine natural rain forests elephants, tigers, leopards, after lunch, we turned left for gathered, we loaded our bikes onto Hembrow’s Amazing Bike Tours who – Khao Sok National Park. gibbons, barking deer, Malay sun the Ratchaprapa Dam at the a long-tail and headed out across offer a three day excursion with pick Khao Sok and a few last bears and scaly anteaters – all of southern end of Cheow Larn the glorious waters for the 40 up, transfers, excellent bikes, meals, remaining places like it in SE Asia, which have also been seen along Lake. This gently undulating minute trip to the Nang Prai great group camaraderie and fun. represent what renowned environ- this trail at various times. This is road is one of Thailand’s most floating cottages. You can find more information at: mentalist Thom Henley termed not exactly your common or beautiful rides, wending its way Arriving at our basic, but amazingbiketoursthailand.com, or “the geography of hope for the garden variety Phuket ride to the through the 900-feet-high karsts incredibly romantic, floating call 087 263 2031 ot 076 23 436. Vietnam: Mercedes launches bicycles WITH the increasing demand for experienced cyclists alike, as urban transportation, Mercedes- they roll over obstacles with Benz Vietnam has just launched greater ease, and retain their a new selection of bikes. The momentum more effectively. innovative technology and Another star of the Mercedes- prestige of Mercedes-Benz are Benz Bike Selection is the All ensuring the quality and image Mountain model. With Fox Racing of this selection. suspension, 30-speed gear shifter These bikes are developed in and disc brakes, this off-road bike cooperation with premium can take on all terrains. The bicycle manufacturer ADP mountainbike weighs just 12.8kg. Rotwild at prices ranging from The Trekking Bike with mud- 14 million Vietnamese dong guards, rack and a dynamo light (about 20,000 baht) to 161 system is a trusty companion on million dong (237,000 Baht). extensive leisure outings. The Mercedes-Benz Fitness – The Nation Bike is enjoying growing popularity. Its big wheels offer More information at: mercedes-benz- THE MERC EXPERIENCE: Along with other fast car manufacturers, Mercedes-Benz has just unveiled a range of a host of benefits for novices and accessories.com fitness and lifestyle bicycles. Photo shows Benz trekking bike. Photo: Mercedes-Benz June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 39 Bonsai, cacti, palms and ponds

GLORIOUS: Astilbes in vivid shades of orange, deep red and magenta can all be enjoyed at the Phuket Botanic Garden. Photo: Furlined

ONE article could hardly begin to and yellow starry flowers. palm rubbed fronds with extraordinary array of begonias in pots, of catalog the sheer scope and variety of the The tranquil fern a glaucous Bismarck a scarlet hue so brilliant that I initially Phuket Botanical Garden, with its 15 rai and garden also had its fair palm, here, foxtails, a thought they were plastic. It just shows what an army of 30 gardening staff. There are share of massive brome- spreading phoenix palm can be done. more than 30 independent zones, ranging liads, aechmeas and and even a traveler tree So does the whole enterprise. All right, from Thai inspired mini-gardens to a purplish neoregelias to the fore. This is a shared the space with a copernica palm it has double pricing, a fact which Japanese style affair complete with particularly impressive zone, landscaped replete with huge glossy fruits. doubtless deters tourists and expats. Sadly, miniature pagoda and red rectangular arch; with rocks and statuary, and awash with Other zones were less foreseeable. the place was almost deserted. The bro- even an English Garden with raised boxes fountains and There is a butterfly garden – a nice touch – chure does no justice to the place, and of petunias and pots of busy lizzies waterfalls to provide the necessary humid- and a vine garden, set in deep shade, though there are attractive signposts, there (impatiens), all in multicolored bloom. ity. Even the rocks Predictably, it is is no map of the Gardens. Visitors would Interestingly, these are two annuals that will are mossy. Ferns drained of color save surely pay for one. Labeling was sporadic. cope both with the cool climate of Britain, abound everywhere, for an irrepressible But these are minor cavils. For this is a suitably protected, with the searing heat of especially a luxuriant violet/blue clitoria special place which not only botanists, but Phuket.Other annuals such as African stand of sword ternatea and a budding journeymen gardeners and anyone marigolds, capable of surviving both ferns (nephrolepis Rangoon creeper. interested in Thailand’s natural heritage environments, featured in displays cordifolia). The Variegated Leaf would profit from visiting. It is a work of elsewhere. No Thai garden Garden, fronted by an art, a labor of love, artistically conceived In the Cactus Garden, an array of would be complete impressive green and and imaginatively landscaped, which offers round, prickly succulents, some the size without its palms. yellow leaved fig was intimations of how an undeveloped Phuket of basketballs, each carefully labeled, and The area devoted to relatively bare, though might once have looked. thriving in simulated desert-like condi- single specimens the Sufficient Garden, tions, reminded me of Arizona. [though there are where a large shallow If you missed the first instalment on The Phuket But the stars of the show are Thai palms galore] was pond, looked destined Botanic Garden, I hope this week’s account will inspired. There is a splendid Bonsai Garden a lawn, carpeted to produce a crop of persuade you to go. It is situated off Chao Fa with a huge horse and elephant fashioned from with Malaysia grass. rice. Soi 48. The right turn into 48 from Chao Fa living greenery that stand guard over the en- Of course, the tall, A real revelation, West is directly next to the offices of TOT. From trance. Low clipped hedges of box-like statuesque palms however, was the Chao Fa East, take a left turn at Soi 14. The evergreens lead the eye to massed plantings allow plenty of light Winter Garden, a small brochure gives you a map and there are of astilbes in vivid shades of orange, deep red to filter through sector beneath a posted signs. and magenta. Here are massive bromeliads, beneath. This zone plastic dome, which some more than six feet tall and – a real sur- provided tangible housed, in its air- If you have a question or a garden that you prise – round beds of ground-hugging wedelia, evidence of that fact: conditioned atmo- would like featured, you can email me anytime looking perky with their bright green foliage here, the humble oil Blue and red bromeliad. Photo: Bill Frazetto sphere, the most at: [email protected] 40 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 Back to the bare basics The island just got a new and highly experienced chiropractor, who is ready to relieve all your back-aches and pain

DR THOMAS Walton is the new- est member of the team at Thanyapura’s Integrated Health Clinic in Thalang. In addition to be- ing a Chiropractic Sports Physician, Dr Walton, a native of Buffalo, New York, is also a US-licensed Massage Therapist and National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified Personal Exercise Trainer, with some 25 years experience in chiropractics. The Gazette’s Steven Layne recently had a rejuvenating consultation with Dr Walton, who took the opportunity to shed some light on chiropractic therapy and its purpose and benefits.

PG: Why would visiting a chiropractor be more advisable than say, going for a cheap Bad posture could lead to premature wear and tear of joints and muscles. massage? TW: Many masseuses are What is the purpose, aim and move properly, so that it can heal. trained to follow the ‘cook book’, function of chiropractic adjust- What also happens when we STAND TALL: Dr Walton has 25 years of chiropractic experience and is a meaning they learn and study a ments? make an adjustment, is it normal- licensed massage therapist and personal trainer. Photo: Steven Layne certain massage procedure in The first thing we do is iden- izes communication from the joint which they will apply to everyone. tify if the joints are moving to your central nervous system, transmission] to a weak muscle What age is considered too Even as a trained and licensed correctly – too much or too little. which in effect normalizes mes- that is caused by a fixation in the young or too old for a massage therapist myself, I can- Chiropractics works best when a sages from your brain and spinal joint, I can do an adjustment that chiropractics consultation? not stress enough that every joint is not moving enough, or cord back down to the joint and frees the joint and the muscle There isn’t any such thing. patient and condition are not the what we call a fixation. If we to surrounding areas, whether it would become instantly stronger. Everything is geared towards the same, and there is never one uni- identify where a fixation is, we can be muscular or organ systems. In However, there are many reasons individual person. We have tech- versal treatment or procedure that make a chiropractic adjustment to summary, the adjustment restores why a muscle can be weak, so niques that are very, very gentle can be applied across the board. restore the proper motion to the proper communication in the ner- we have to take into account the and painless which we can use on With chiropractics, we have to joint. When the joint is moving vous system so nerve messages entire picture. Another important infant babies. first assess the patient and prob- properly, it can heal since there is are more efficiently transmitted. factor about healing is time. Even For example, we can make safe lem throughly before making a no longer increased pressure on after normal communication and painless adjustments, using a diagnosis and before doing any ad- the joint which causes the irrita- When you make an adjust- function has been restored, the mechanical device called an ad- justments or giving treatments, tion, which causes the pain. So, ment, what causes that ‘crack- body generally needs a few days juster, on babies as young as six which are fully individualized. the purpose is to get the joint to ing’ sound? to heal itself, much like after be- months, or an older, fragile person We generally don’t like the ing sore after a good work out. with osteoporosis, for example. term ‘cracking’. For some rea- I’ve treated people in their 90s. son, it’s a sensitive note for We often hear about good, As for general practice with my chiropractors [laughs]... When perfect or normal posture. hands, every person gets evaluated; we make adjustments, what What does that mean? we find out their history to see if we’re doing is gaping the joint by I don’t know if ‘normal’ is a there are any risks or dangers; then making more space where the good way to describe it. Everyone we do an examination, based upon joint is, reducing pressure inside has certain postures – sitting, stand- that we have a diagnosis and can the joint capsule, which contains ing and lying-down postures. The continue with a treatment. fluid that acts as nourishment and ideal posture is where the whole lubrication for the joint. Inside the structure of your body is balanced Some people may be scared or fluids are dissolved gases, and – from left to right, and front to intimidated to visit a chiroprac- when we gap the joint and reduce back, there’s balance. Unfortunately tor for the first time. Do you the pressure inside the joint cap- our bodies aren’t symmetrical, have any advice? sule, it allows gases to escape, meaning there are very few people As human beings, we’re which is what causes that ‘pump- with ‘perfect’ posture. always cautious with new ing’ sound [snaps his fingers]. The reason why posture is im- things; we want to make sure portant is because gravity is we’re safe. As a chiropractic How quick can one expect pulling your own body weight doctor trained in the US with 25 results? Are there such thing through your posture, to the earth. years experience, I was trained as instant results? If you have poor posture, where as a primary care physician so This will depend on various fac- you have these big imbalances – I’m sufficiently trained to diag- tors, including the patient’s injury say you slouch when you’re sit- nose problems; if the problem is or condition, history and age, ting – then gravity is pulling your not chiropractic related, then I among other things. I always own body weight through that would refer the patient out to an stress that it is the patient’s body slouch posture and putting more appropriate person; if it’s some- that heals itself, not the doctor physical stress on those areas thing I can help them with, I will doing the healing. We just help to where there’s poor posture. treat them. restore normal function. Through This increased physical stress I like to treat as gently as pos- adjustments or treatments, the re- causes muscles to tighten up, sible and be effective at the same stored communication function which causes joints to become time. For me, I like to include some can be realized instantly. fixated, increasing wear and tear work on the muscles as well as For example, if someone had on the joints while your body parts the joints and spine; in general, I interference in nerve flow [signal start to wear out... try to take a holistic approach. June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 41 Early Portuguese forays into Siam Tibodi with an opportunity to included a reasonably detailed improve his army and equip his account of ports in the south of fighting men with modern the Kingdom as well. Pinto was one European weapons. The King of the first European explorers imported a considerable amount to mention Phuket in any detail, THE Portuguese were the first of firearms from the Portuguese. in his travel accounts. He referred European power to arrive in the He also established a Portuguese to the island as ‘Junk Ceylon’, a Far-East and established a training corps and hired Portu- name the Portuguese used for diplomatic relationship with guese mercenaries to fight on his Phuket Island in their maps. Junk Thailand, which at Ceylon is mentioned FIREPOWER: Portuguese cannons and small arms were prized by the that time was known seven times in Mendes Siamese army and also used as valuable trading items. Photo: Anton Croos as the Kingdom of Pinto’s accounts. Pinto heavily trafficked seaport in the timeline, other European Siam. Portuguese said that Junk Ceylon Siam, always crowded with powers, the Dutch, French diplomatic missions was a destination port junks from the island of Java and and British would follow the arrived in Siam in the where trading vessels from several other ports in the lucrative trade route pioneered early 16th Century. made regular stops for region. Trading ships came to by the Portuguese which would During that period the supplies and provisions, the city from as far away as eventually lead them into a fierce Kingdom’s capital and however, during the Borneo to trade with Ligor. competition to become the center of authority was mid-16th century, the It was the center of regional dominant power in the Far East. based in the ancient island was in decline power in the South of Siam. city of Ayutthaya. due to pirates and Their journey to Ligor was not Anand Singh is an avid Phuket Vassal states, based in often rough and unpre- a happy one. According to Historian. He can be contacted at modern day Laos and dictable seas, which Pinto’s accounts, their trading [email protected] Chiang Mai owed their deterred merchant party was attacked by a band allegiance to the vessels from visiting of Moorish pirates on the high Siamese King who SUPREMACY: The Portuguese were the first of many European Junk Ceylon. Pinto seas and they lost all of their ruled from Ayutthaya powers who battled on the high seas for control of the Far mentioned several merchandise to the attackers. In the year 1518 the East and its invaluable trade. Photo: Antoine Morel-Fatio other notable port cit- The Portuguese were arguably Portuguese sent an envoy, Duarte side. With the help of Portuguese ies in his accounts, including the first Europeans to introduce Coelho, to the court of Ayutthaya. military advisors, King Rama Patani and Ligor,which is modern the proper use of firearms into The envoy bore a letter and gifts Tibodi was able to reorganize the day Nakhon Si Thamarat. the Siamese army. They also from the King of Portugal to the Siamese army in 1518, after Pinto first visited Ligor when travelled the coastline of the king of Siam. The treaty that which he launched a counter- on a trading mission, under the Kingdom extensively and drew followed guaranteed the supply offensive against the Chiang Mai leadership of Antonio de Faria many of the early European of Portuguese guns and ammuni- forces, driving them out of e Souza. According to his writ- maps of Siam. The term Junk tion to Siam. In return, King Rama Siamese territory and defeating ings, the trading party went with Ceylon, later used as a common Tibodi II of Siam provided the them at the banks of the river a cargo of Indian cotton textile. European reference to Phuket SPICE TRADE: Spices were the driving Portuguese with facilities to settle Mewang in Lampang province. When he reached the city, he Island, also first appeared in force behind European forays into and trade freely throughout the Gunpowder, firearms and wrote that it was a rich and Portuguese charts. Later down the Far East. Photo: Miansari66 Kingdom, as well as the liberty cannons had been imported into to practice Christianity in the the region long before the arrival Siamese Kingdom. of the Portuguese. The Malays In 1511, the Portuguese, in Malacca used cannons in their under Alfonso de Albuquerque set war against the Portuguese. The sail from Goa, on the west coast Siamese could have acquired of India, with a force of 1,200 men them from Indian and Arab to attack Malacca, a city-state on traders if they wanted. However, the Malay Peninsula ruled by a when the Portuguese arrived in Muslim sultan. They conquered the Siam in 1511, they never saw the city in August of 1511, establish- use of firearms in the Siamese ing the first European colony in the army. The reason the Siamese Far-East. In their treaty with the ceased their use of firearms was Siamese King in 1518, the Portu- because they did not know guese also requested the King to how to use them effectively. send some Siamese settlers to Gunpowder weapons, without Malacca to replace the predomi- proper training, can wreak havoc nantly Moorish traders who had on the side using them. This settled there before. would probably explain why The early years of the Portu- neither the Siamese, nor the guese arrival had proved to be Burmese adopted their use up good timing for Siam. Although until the time the Portuguese most Portuguese writings agree arrived and trained Siamese that Siam was the most powerful troops to use them effectively. Kingdom in the region at that After Coelho’s treaty with time, Chiang Mai, its tributary Siam in 1518, the Portuguese state in the North, had rebelled increased their trade with Siam, against Ayutthaya’s authority not just in Ayutthaya but also in 1507 and by the year 1510, at several other ports in the the Siamese were suffering Kingdom. severe losses in the war with Many Portuguese explorers Chiang Mai. In 1513, a Chiang travelled to Siam and some, like Mai general took the offensive Mendes Pinto, who was an and marched south, invading adventurous explorer and writer, Sukhothai and Kamphengphet. travelled extensively throughout By 1515, these two Siamese the Kingdom and kept a detailed cities fell to Chiang Mai’s army account of his adventures. and were annexed. Pinto arrived in Siam in the year The 1518 treaty with the 1545. His accounts of the coun- Portuguese provided King Rama try go beyond Ayutthaya and 42 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013

Ready for takeoff, Phuket Spectacular air show and family picnic only two weeks away

THOUSANDS from across Greater Phuket – locals and expats alike – will come out to celebrate the USA’s 237th birthday with the grandest of family picnics and an airshow scheduled for July 6-7 at Phuket’s expansive Airpark in Pa Klok, just east of the Heorine’s Monument. With this year also marking 180 years of official Thailand-USA diplomatic relations, a number of exciting activities are on the cards, with a little bit of something for everyone in the family. In addition to an unprecedented Chili Cook-off, and an American style family picnic complete with live music, and authentic American food and beer offered in a carnival-like atmosphere, there will be a number of exciting activities taking place. Pat James, President of the Navy League Phuket (NLP), shared some of the highlights to look forward to.

Skydiving Hot Air Corey Parker, an Ameri- Balloon Rides can skydiving instruc- From 10am onwards, Hans tor, is a very dynamic Lauten will be directing “static individual. As an experienced line” hot air balloon rides, allow- skydiving and scuba diving ing participants to go up in a hot instructor, Corey is set to lead air balloon to altitudes as high as 100 a number of tandem jumps with feet, where they can safely enjoy novices, weather permitting. A tandem views and take pictures of Phuket down jump refers to when a student skydiver is connected to below. “The static line ensures that a breeze a harness attached to an instructor. Pat says that such a won't blow the balloon out to sea, consider- jump is even ideal for people who have never been in an Paramotor Flights ing the ocean is only a few hundred feet away airplane, much less jumped out of one. “Corey will Due to low air speeds and inherent stability, paramotor from the Airpark,” Pat explains, adding that facilitate a safe process to teach and allow people to flight has the potential to be one of the safest forms of hot air balloons are very sensitive to the weather. “The experience the exhilaration of free fall and flight. If the aviation, though certainly not the dullest! Mark Silverberg, calm weather is the most ideal time, so those hoping to weather does not allow Corey enough altitude to safely whose Paramotor training school is based out of Hua Hin, go up in a hot air balloon have the best opportunity in do tandem jumps, then he'll still do solo jumps.” Corey will be down in Phuket on July 6-7 to give paramotor rides the mornings and evenings.” looks to do about 4-5 jumps per day from either a Cesna and demonstrations. “These demos and flights will be on- 172 or from a Piper Lance aircraft. The jumps will take going all day on both days, as they don't interfere with our place from noon onwards on both days, in between other activities, and don't even need the runway,” explained aerobatics shows as well as several other airplane and Pat, adding that weather will also be a factor, although not helicopter demo flights. as sensitive to wind and rain as much as hot air baloons, for example.

Aerobatics Famous stuntman, Les Vorosmarthy, a Kuala Lumpur resi- dent from Hungary, has successfully executed RC Competition many jaw-dropping aerobatics maneuvers over the skies of Patong and Surin beaches, as well as a few over the Air- All day long on both July 6 and 7, the Radio Control Scenic Rides Over Phuket park. Come July 6-7, he’s set to execute death-defying yet (RC) Aircraft Club of Phuket will be competing for air- safe aerobatic shows in his beautiful red Extra 300 aircraft. space, set to give inspiring shows and demonstrations In between skydiving jumps and aerobatic shows, guests “The fact that he’ll have a runway to work with will allow of the latest and greatest that model-sized, yet fully can opt to to embark on a safe and scenic ride over Phuket him to get much closer to the ground,” explained Pat, not- functional, aircraft have to offer. “They have some great in a Cesna 172 and/or Piper Lance airplane, as well as a ing that Les is one of a few individuals in Southeast Asia pilots operating many types of RC aircraft, including Robinson 44 helicopter. “Once you get up in the air and who are certified to do aerobatics below the 300 and 500 helicopters, fixed-wing type and motorized, electric jet see Phuket from above, I guarantee that you will see things foot levels. The shows are scheduled for 2pm and 5pm on type aircraft,” says Pat, who adds that the best of these that you never knew existed – even if you've lived here all both Saturday and Sunday (four shows total), each of which Phuket RC craft will be put through a test course and your life.” Pat stresses that admission to see all the shows will last about 30 minutes. Before and after the shows, Les judged accordingly. Not only will the aircraft and their and demonstrations is FREE for everyone, while tickets will be available for photo opportunities. Also, 10 lucky pilots be judged based on their abilities, but on their to go on the plane and helicopter rides can be purchased guests will be selected to go on a plane ride with Les. Pat aesthetic appeal as well, which will be judged by a panel for less than half of what is charged on a normal day at assures that the rides will be safe. “They’ll have parachutes, of the Navy League Phuket Board of Directors, who Phuket Airpark. and go up and see what it’s like to be upside down.” will issue awards and certificates.

All funds raised from this event, including a portion of the proceeds from food, beverage and ticket sales, will be used for charitable initiatives as directed by the NLP. Moreover, there is still vendor tent and booth space available. For information about becoming an event sponsor, vendor or exhibitor, go to: navyleaguephuket.org June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 43 44 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 Family festival funds allocated

DAY OF FUN: Children from local orphanages attended the Phuket Family and Gourmet Festival Members of the Family Festival committee (from left to right) Martin Smetsers, George Des, by Jagota held in January this year. Photo: Gazette File Kanittha Prasopsirikul, Ian Jamieson, Marc Malloy and Vicki Gregory. Photo: Mark Knowles MEMBERS of the fund raising committee baht on a needs basis with several of the (100,000 baht ); Phuket Has Been Good to rants throughout Thailand. for the Phuket Family and Gourmet charities receiving funding for items such as Us (50,000); and Child Watch (100,000). The inaugural Phuket Family and Festival by Jagota met recently to allocate playground equipment, uniforms, educational The committee members also used the Gourmet Festival was set up by brothers the second and final round of funding raised material and constructing and equipping a first meeting to begin planning for the 2014 and directors of Jagota, Anand and Gopal during the inaugural event held in February aid room. Phuket Family and Gourmet Festival by Jagota, with the aim of helping underprivi- this year. The festival was a resounding In total the charities involved in the Jagota. Jagota General Manager Phuket, leged children and the children orphaned success and raised one million baht to festival received the following funds: Good George Des, said that they hoped to build by the tsunami event. As part of the event support various orphanages and children Shepherd (146,419 baht); Baan Namchai on the success of the first event to create children from local orphanages invited to focused charities in the Greater Phuket orphanage (100,000 baht ); Baan San Fan an even bigger event and raise even more enjoy a fun day out at the festival with region. orphanage (200,000 baht); Children World money next year. plenty of games and food. The event also In the first round of funding, 500,000 baht Academy (110,000 baht); Phuket Sunshine Jagota Brothers trading company is involved chefs from the top hotels and of the money raised was divided equally be- Village (50,000 baht); Home Life Orphan- one of Thailand’s leading gourmet food restaurants in Phuket create delicious snacks tween ten local charities. The second round age (93,581 baht); World Vision Foundation importers, which employs 200 people and with Jagota donated products to sell and of funding distributed the remaining 500,000 (50,000 baht); SOS Children’s Village supply the best resorts, hotels and restau- raise money. – Phuket Gazette Laguna’s marathon charity effort FUNDRAISING efforts at the recent Laguna International Marathon exceeded the 100,000 baht target set by organizers, rais- ing a total of 106,841.75 baht for the La- guna Phuket Foundation (LPF). The success of the fund raising was helped by Charity Ambassador Krittapas “Krit” Sakdidtanon, who lead a team of volunteers who sought donations during the marathon weekend. The money raised during the mara- thon will contribute to the LPF 2013 target which aims to collect one million baht per year to operate its various charitable programs. Established in 2009, LPF supports educational and social development, marine and natural environmental conservation, and emergency relief. In previous years, athletes from Thailand and all over the world have raised millions of baht to fund several school rebuilding programs through LPIM and the Laguna Phuket triathlon events. Laguna Phuket Foundation’s current initiatives include Laguna Phuket’s “Fully Booked!” Mobile Learning Centre, Survival Swim program, and School Partnership Project components which form the Devel- oping Sustainable Schools umbrella program. Other ongoing initiatives include the Laguna Phuket Community English Language Center and the Sea Turtle Conservation program. – Phuket Gazette

See Laguna Phuket International Marathon RUNNING FOR A CAUSE: LPIM Charity Ambassador Krittapas “Krit” Sakdidtanon, pictured with local schoolchildren, spearheaded the fundraising 2013 results on Sports page 51. efforts over the marathon weekend: Photo Laguna Phuket June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 45 46 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013

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GEMINI (May 22-June 21): Romance brings more satisfaction CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20): hobby can lead to the idea of travel The stars suggest that during the second half of June – Capricorns with creative and the stars suggest that this will Geminis should agree to mutual money matters are less talents are forecast to bring adventures. Romance with disagree with certain cause for stress. Number six benefit from an auspi- another water sign becomes more people. Personal relationships can appears special for those born cious cosmic climate during the settled, but a fire sign’s interest is be shaky during the second half of under the sign of Leo this week. second half of June. You should feel short lived. Number four can June and stirring things up will more confident about showing what attract good luck this week. make matters worse. Your VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23): you are capable of. Romance can communication with other air signs The stars advise those SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22): be unbalanced; whereas your feelings ARIES (March 21-April 20): and earth signs should be easiest. born under the sign of Virgo Settling down and finding about a possible relationship with Someone at work If your birthday is due in the to distance themselves more stability is highlighted an air sign are ambivalent, the stars appears set on throwing coming days, expect to have more from gossip. There are hints that for many Scorpios during show that this person is as keen as a spanner in the works control in the world of work during people with too much time on their the second half of June. If you have mustard. Tact will be called for this that Arians have carefully the year ahead. Your lucky number hands are busy spinning stories been doing freelance work, a weekend. Number eight is lucky prepared. The stars suggest that this week is seven. about a mutual acquaintance. True tempting offer of full-time employ- this week. you are already familiar with this friendships should prevail and your ment can be serious food for person’s tendency to interfere, and CANCER (June 22-July 23): impartiality will be appreciated in the thought. Those who are single and AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19): there should be ways of Promoting their strengths long run. Technology is forecast to seeking are forecast to find a suitable The spotlight shines on preventing any damage being gets those born under the be tricky on Monday and Tuesday. soul mate, while others who have work and business done. On a personal level, there sign of Cancer further The spotlight shines on number nine been delaying commitment see matters after the middle are signs that your over active than dwelling on weaknesses. With for Virgoans this week. reason to change that situation. of the month. A difficult decision imagination can cause ripples in a self confidence peaking between Number three can be lucky this week. needs to be made soon, but the romantic relationship. The now and the end of June, the stars LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23): stars indicate that once this is number nine appears important suggest that others will see you in a Home renovations and SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21): done, there will be no stopping this week. new light. In the realm of romance, improvements are high- A stubborn mood could you. With the air cleared, there are a fire sign’s way of showing their lighted during the second prevent progress for some indications that those who put TAURUS (April 21-May 21): interest is likely to blow you away half of June. Some Librans may Sagittarians. The stars their love life on hold can make A burst of energy this weekend. The number one can be giving in reluctantly to pressure advise remembering that it’s always up for lost time with someone enables you to cross attract good luck this week. from their partner – the stars possible to learn something new; special. Aquarians’ lucky number some tedious tasks from suggest that you focus on the even if another fire sign’s way of this week is five. your list. The second half of June LEO (July 24-Aug 22): positive points of investing more showing what they know is irritating, is an auspicious time to catch up Leos who are on a mission in your home. A trip away from there are hints that you should pay PISCES (Feb 20-March 20): with backlog, both at work and at to change aspects of your usual environment can attention. Where finances are A bright and breezy week home. The stars suggest that you their working life receive brighten the weekend – a new concerned, the astral atmosphere lies ahead for those born will be happiest in your own the stars’ support this week. A romantic partner will appreciate encourages cloudy judgment; putting under the sign of Pisces. company this weekend, but some situation that you have been unhappy being taken on a mystery tour. important decisions on hold until Finances are well-starred, with friends may be hard to keep at bay. about can be put in the past when Number five can bring good later in the week is recommended. profit highlighted to please during Number one is lucky for those born you adopt a more tactful approach. fortune this week. Number two can be fortunate. the second half of June. A new under the sign of Taurus this week. June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 47

Rafael Nadal bites the trophy after winning the French Open. POWER: Serena Williams hits a return during her final’s match against Maria Sharapova. Photos: Reuters French Open: Powerful pair By Patrick Campbell major tournaments and a fragile to be able to hit a big serve. If I was players in the world. Rafa Nadal imperious mood, seemingly hitting temperament. After her win she built like Serena, I hope I’d be able and Novak Djokovic would have the lines at will, and ignoring the WHEN Serena Williams powered confessed: “At that point [the to serve like that too.” almost certainly have contested an rainy conditions and interruptions down three aces in the final game final game] I was just so nervous The French Open usually epic final, but were denied by a from protesters. He duly completed to beat Maria Sharapova 6-4, 6-4 [thinking] I’m not going to be able produces its share of upsets, and quirk of seeding: instead they con- a straight sets win (6-3, 6-2, 6-3). at Stade Roland Garros, she to hit ground strokes.” this year, with blustery conditions tested the match of the tournament His eighth French Open title. Yet cemented her already legendary Maria Sharapova will have and shifts of temperature, proved two days earlier. Nadal, eventu- another record. Like Serena status in the game. The oldest taken scant consolation from that no exception. In the men’s draw, ally triumphed after four hours and Williams, his claims to sporting winner – at 31 – of a Grand Slam post-match confession, as she Jo-Wilfred Tsonga beat Roger 37 minutes of fluctuating drama, greatness are indisputable. in the modern era, the victory was, wondered how she could stem the Federer to raise Gallic hopes of a taking the fifth set 9-7. Nadal has Ferrer was philosophical in coincidentally, her 31st straight incessant stream of winners. first French winner in the Open lost just once in 60 matches on defeat, admitting: “He has more success. She has now won every The twenty-six-year-old Russian Era, but he then succumbed the red clay of Roland Garros, a power than me with his shots”, Major at least twice, and is not hits her ground strokes with almost meekly to Spain’s David Ferrer, feat unlikely ever to be matched. adding, “I need to play more only the current world number equivalent ferocity, but her own whose consistency off the ground That left Ferrer to confront his aggressive … to finish more one, but arguably the greatest serve, which cracks under and terrier-like ability to retrieve, nemesis in his first ever Grand points at the net.” Easier said female player of all time. pressure, lacks penetration, and her have propelled him into the top Slam final (his record against Nadal than done. And this despite a career- lack of mobility around the court echelons of the sport. is 4 wins from 23 matches). He Wimbledon now awaits – with threatening injury to her foot, a rare was ruthlessly exposed by the But the final was in many played with great heart and was, only Novak Djokovic likely to blood disease, a game better suited panther-like Williams. Afterwards, people’s minds played out in the as always, remarkably consistent stand in the way of the rampant to the faster surfaces of other she mused: “You know she’s going first semi – between the two best off the ground. But Nadal was in Rafael Nadal. World Cup qualifiers taking shape STRIKER Edinson Cavani scored the only for the last half hour, had their lead in the The top four teams in the nine-nation goal as Uruguay put their World Cup South American group cut to three points with group will go through to the finals in Brazil qualifying campaign back on track with a Colombia’s 2-0 home win over Peru. next year and the fifth-placed side into a 1-0 away win over Venezuela on Tuesday. Colombia, helped by another Radamel playoff against an Asian qualifier for The Copa America holders, who had taken Falcao goal, produced a typically dominant another berth in November. only two points from their previous six performance to beat Peru 2-0, and move Argentina have 26 points, Colombia 23 matches, climbed into the fifth-place play- closer to their first World Cup since 1998 and Ecuador, who dropped their first points off berth trading places with Venezuela on on Tuesday. in seven home qualifiers at the Atahualpa goal difference. Falcao converted an early penalty, his where visiting teams struggle at 2,800 Chile marked David Pizarro’s comeback seventh goal of the campaign, to give meters, remain third with 21. after almost eight years and Alexis Sanchez’s Colombia their fourth successive home win In the final round of CONCACAF qualify- first goal in the World Cup qualifiers with a in the South American qualifying group, all ing for the 2014 World Cup, Mexico were 3-1 home win over Bolivia on Tuesday. of them without conceding a goal. booed off the field after being held to a 0-0 The victory consolidated Chile’s hold on Teofilo Gutierrez bundled in the second on draw at home to Costa Rica, their third suc- fourth place in the South American group the stroke of halftime as Peru continued a cessive goalless draw at the Azteca Stadium. with 21 points from 13 matches, behind dismal away record which could ultimately After scoreless draws with Jamaica and Ecuador on goal difference after the wreck their chances of a first World Cup the United States at home and another one Ecuadoreans were earlier held 1-1 at home appearance since 1982. away to Panama on Friday, Mexico were by Argentina. Colombia, who have won seven of their under pressure to find their scoring touch Argentina took a fourth-minute lead with 12 matches, are second in the nine-team but created far too little. a Sergio Aguero penalty then hung on group with 23 points and look almost certain The top three teams qualify automatically desperately for a 1-1 draw away to Ecuador to qualify. for the finals in Brazil with the fourth-placed in a World Cup qualifier in the energy Peru are sixth with 14 points and still team due to face Oceania winner New Zealand sapping thin air of Quito on Tuesday. The have an outside chance, despite taking only in a two-legged playoff in November for Argentines, with Lionel Messi only playing one point from their six away matches. another place. – Phuket Gazette/Reuters Edinson Cavani. Photo: Reuters 48 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 Lions Tour: Upping the tempo By Patrick Campbell ruck. Gray and Parling did their test pros- pects no harm with four stolen line-out balls, AFTER two relatively straightforward and George North, on for the injured Tuilagi, workouts – against the Barbarians in Hong and a certain test selection, created havoc Kong and the Western Force in Perth, the with the ball in hand. Dan Lydiate topped the Lions encountered their first real test at the tackle count with thirteen and Ben Youngs, Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, the setting who scored the only try, had an assured for the first Test on June 22. game. Farrell kicked five penalties and apart Against the Barbarians, the heat had been from a direct kick to touch with a five man enervating, with Welsh prop Adam Jones overlap, did little wrong. Captain Warburton, declaring it “like nothing I have ever who played the full eighty minutes, made no encountered before. “ Nonetheless, the team bones about his ambition to win every game: had registered a crushing 59-8 win. The “There is so much class out there. It is first triumph on Australian soil, against definitely achievable.” Western Force in Perth, was just as The last “easy”outing of the tour,against conclusive, with the home team paying the a Combined Country Fifteen, saw the price for fielding an inexperienced side with Lions win comprehensively by 64 points to seven players new to Super 15 experience. nil. The stats tell the story: ten tries with- The result? A 69 to 17 drubbing. out reply and a massive 739 yards gained Queensland Reds, on the other hand, to the scratch team’s 69. Stuart Hogg, in were at full strength, with coach Robert an unaccustomed role at fly-half, played Howley enthusing: “It’s great to see the with flair, and possibly edged ahead of Reds have selected the strongest side Owen Farrell. Justin Tipuric had a big game possible.” Indeed, this game, dubbed the at open-side. But the second half display, fourth Test by some pundits, was certainly especially the line-out work, was sloppy: played at a high level of intensity, a bruis- Lions’ George North evades a tackle against the Queensland Reds. Photo: Reuters the team needs to concentrate for the full ing encounter which the touring side did Test starter Manu Tuilagi. pace, and prompted by Wallaby fly-half eighty minutes. If players take their foot well to win 22-12. Not without cost. Having been superior in all departments discard Quade Cooper, they initially moved off the pedal against the Wallabies, they will Having already lost props Gethin Jenkins against the Force, with Halfpenny convert- the ball better and made more line-breaks, be punished. Two tough encounters await and Cian Healy to injury, the encounter saw ing an astonishing eleven out of eleven kicks, exploiting a perceived lack of pace in the before the ultimate Test. the outstanding Ulster wing Tommy Bowe and Brian O’Driscoll scoring two trademark Lions’ backs. But despite a wonderful solo The Lions play the Waratahs on June 15 off with a broken finger which may end tries, the tourists found the Reds a very try from winger Luke Morahan, the Reds at 4:30pm, followed by a match against the his tour, and a shoulder injury to possible different kettle of fish. Playing at a hectic were second best at scrum, line-out and Brumbies on June 18 also at 4:30pm. US Open tees off Shiktar Dhawan leads India into WEBB Simpson has an apprecia- tion of golf history and the reign- Champions Trophy semifinals ing US Open champion hopes to SHIKHAR Dhawan’s classy take advantage of his crack at unbeaten 102 led India to an making some of his own at his- emphatic eight-wicket victory toric Merion Golf Club this week. over West Indies on Tuesday Simpson, who prevailed at and a place in the Champions brutally difficult Olympic last year Trophy semifinals. by one stroke for his maiden major, Dhawan continued his could become the first repeat US impressive form to guide his Open winner in 24 years. team to their target of 234 with Curtis Strange achieved the feat more than 10 overs to spare in in 1989, proclaiming “Move over, the Group B match at the Oval Ben” after following in the foot- Webb Simpson. Photo: Reuters and confirm Pakistan’s elimina- steps of Ben Hogan, who had been Simpson wishes rain-drenched tion from the tournament. the previous man to win back-to- Merion could be at its best, with West Indies made 233 for nine back Opens in 1951. its fast-running, tilted fairways thanks largely to an explosive India’s Shiktar Dhawan celebrates reaching his century. Photo: Reuters “It doesn’t surprise me,” sending tee shots into the penal innings of 56 not out off 35 balls American Simpson said last rough and the sloping greens a by Darren Sammy who smashed Dhoni down the leg side to rip the fluent century partnership in just Tuesday about how rare it has challenge to proper placement of four sixes and five fours in the heart out of the West Indies batting 16 overs. been to reproduce US Open approach shots. last four overs to lift his side to a order. Sharma reached his 50, includ- magic from one year to the next. Still, Simpson expects the respectable total. Bravo made 35 and his half ing seven fours, but he was out “The biggest factor is the grand old course to provide a India captain Mahendra brother Dwayne 25 but West for 52 edging spinner Sunil Narine courses change every year. They’re worthy stage for the year’s Singh Dhoni won the toss and Indies lost wickets at regular to stand-in wicketkeeper Charles. at a different venue. Merion is a second major championship. put West Indies into bat in over- intervals and looked likely to be Virat Kohli struck four sweet totally different type golf course “Merion is going to be fun for cast conditions. bowled out for under 200. fours before he was bowled by than Olympic.” the viewers, the players and the Chris Gayle struck four power- Sammy was joined by Kemar Narine for 22 but Dhawan, who Olympic will always be treasured fans ... because if you go out and ful boundaries but the West Indies Roach with the score on 182 for survived two dropped catches, by Simpson, but the 27-year-old you play well, you shoot a good dangerman was out for 21, well nine in the 46th over and the former batted beautifully, punishing short North Carolinian has had a love number,” Simpson said. caught at first slip by a leaping captain launched a withering assault balls with wristy cuts and pulls affair with Merion since his first visit “Even if you go out and you Ravichandran Ashwin off pace on the Indian bowlers. and driving smoothly through the nine years ago and calls it his don’t play well you can shoot a bowler Bhuvaneshwar Kumar. He bludgeoned a succession of covers. favorite course. really high number.” Johnson Charles started timing boundaries mainly straight down After a brief interruption for rain “The first time I came here Simpson has not won since his the ball sweetly and dominated a the ground and the pair added 51 with India on 204 for two, Dhawan was 2004, before the US Amateur. US Open triumph but has been in second-wicket partnership of 78 with Roach not contributing a and Dinesh Karthik extended their I came with my dad and a couple reasonably good form on the PGA with Darren Bravo. single run. third-wicket partnership to 109 to of guys. It was November, the Tour this season with three top- Charles hit eight fours and two Jadeja claimed two more wick- steer India home. weather was bad,” said Simpson. 10s in 14 starts, including a towering sixes, reaching his fifty ets to complete excellent figures of Dhawan reached his second one- “We sat in the clubhouse with playoff loss to Graeme McDowell from 46 balls before being five for 36, his first five-wicket haul day international century with an one of the long-time members. He at the RBC Heritage in April. deceived by left-arm spinner in one-day internationals. extravagant cut for six off Dwayne was telling us the history of the Merion’s iconic East Course is Ravindra Jadeja and trapped lbw India started quickly in reply Bravo and Karthik hit the winning club, Hogan’s shot on 18, the story hosting its fifth US Open this for 60. and openers Dhawan, who made boundary to finish unbeaten on 51. behind that, a story within the week, but its first in 32 years Jadeja then removed Marlon 114 in the opening match of the West Indies played South story. I love history.” after long being regarded as too Samuels lbw and had Ramnaresh tournament against South Africa, Africa in a must win match on Like most of the players, short to host a major. – Reuters Sarwan caught by wicketkeeper and Rohit Sharma shared a Friday. – Reuters June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 49 Phuket on cards for Formula 1

THE Ministry of Tourism and Sports has admitted Phuket could host Thailand’s lucrative Formula 1 race in 2015 due to strong op- position from Bangkok residents. Bangkok Metropolitan Admin- istration (BMA) put the skids on the Formula 1 race being held in the capital by banning the use of the historic Rattanakosin Island. The move came after residents Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel might race on Phuket in 2015. Photo: Reuters F1 fans in Bangkok are likely to miss out on seeing the race. Photo: Nation and business owners complained F1 circuit. The timing of the law possibly to Phuket, Khon Kaen or Somsak added that efforts to plans to build a stadium, as the that they believe that noise and raises a few eyebrows as the agree- Nakhon Ratchasima. launch a Thailand Formula One circuit is expected to run through vibrations caused by a Formula ment to host a lucrative night time Out of the three cities men- Grand Prix would not cease as the cultural sites,”Somsak said. 1 race could damage historic floodlit street race was agreed with tioned, Phuket is the only one committee would look for a new Mr Somsak concluded that if landmarks and Buddhist temples F1 supremo Bernie Eccelstone last with the facilities available to site, focusing their search in the the International Automobile Fed- in and around the island. year. accommodate a large influx of Chaengwattana Government eration (FIA), which is overseeing The BMA issued a law on May Thailand’s tourism and sports visitors to the F1 race. There has Office Complex and Muang Thong the event, disagrees with the re- 16 which prohibits car racing in minister Somsak Phurisisak been no indication as to where Thani areas of the capital. “In fact location plan, Thailand may need historic Rattanakosin, where or- believes the race could be post- the race would be held if it was many cities have shown an inter- to postpone the race until further ganizers had wanted to locate the poned or forced out of the capital, to be hosted on Phuket. est in hosting the race. We have no notice. – Phuket Gazette Schaefer takes over Muang Thong, Thailand play China WINFRIED Schaefer quit his role last week with the kindest, good-hearted players. I wish as manager of Thailand’s national football them all the best for the future. I will give you team to replace Slavisa Jokanovic as more information soon. Thank you for your manager of Muang Thong United. He lost support.” he wrote. his first game in charge 1-0 to Bangkok Citing injury, Muang Thong United Glass last Sunday. striker Teerasil Dangda has pulled out of Schaefer’s move to Muang Thong repre- Thailand’s squad for this Saturday’s sents a solution to the headache suffered by friendly against China. the Thai Football Association as it sought to The 25-year-old Teerasil was one of three end the German’s contract following players, along with his Muang Thong team- Thailand’s poor run of results. mate Panupong Wongsa and Chonburi FC Kiatisak “Zico” Senamuang has replaced defender Chonlatit Jantakam, who have had Schaefer on a caretaker basis, with a friendly to withdraw from the team for the upcoming against China on June 15 set to be the former match in Nanjing. national striker’s first game in charge of the The absence of the experienced trio pre- Thailand national team. sents a headache for caretaker coach Kiatisak The experienced Schaefer also seems a in his first game in charge of the Thai team. good fit for Muang Thong, after the three- ”It’s clearly a blow. The three players are time Thai Premier League champions were key members of the squad. But it would be FRESH START: New Muang Thong United manager Winfried Schaefer. Photo: The Nation overtaken at the top of the standings last an opportunity for younger players to prove our youngsters, psychologically.” he said. answer right now. I feel, at this point, that weekend by bitter rivals Buriram United their worth. This squad is largely made up of Kiatisak, however, said that he would I haven’t had enough experience to coach following a 1-1 draw at home to Osotspa. young talented players who are likely to make leave his job after the China fixture to the senior team. Schaefer left a message on his Facebook the SEA Games squad for the tournament in continue his work as the coach of the “For me, it does not matter whether page thanking fans for the support he has Burma at the end of the year. under-23 SEA Games squad, as he felt he the Thai FA decides to hire a local or a received during his time as manager of ”Should any one of them perform well, was not ready yet to coach the senior team. foreigner as our next coach. Each Thailand. they certainly have a chance to get a call- “I am giving my word that I will leave decision has its pros and cons. A foreign “The FA of Thailand and me canceled our up for the senior side in the future. I believe after the match against China. If you ask coach might be good but he may not win contract by mutual agreement. I am very sad we could give them [China] a hard time in whether I would take charge of the team in over the players,” said Kiatisak. about this development. I had a fantastic time the match and it would be a good test for the future, I cannot give a definite – Phuket Gazette/The Nation Lebanese referee accepted sex bribe A SINGAPORE court jailed a assistant referees were convicted prostitutes hired by Ding. Lebanese referee for six months of accepting sexual bribes to fix a In Ali Sabbagh’s case, pros- on Tuesday for accepting sexual future match, but no specific game ecutors said he first made favors to fix a football game, a day was identified by the prosecution. contact with Ding in June 2012 after two fellow countrymen were He was withdrawn as referee at a cafe in Beirut. jailed for the same offense amid only hours before an Asian Foot- Then the three Lebanese met an international investigation into ball Federation match between Ding in Singapore on April 2 “to football corruption. Singapore’s Tampines Rovers and discuss their preference for girls” Ali Sabbagh, a Federation India’s East Bengal on April 3. one day before the match between Internationale de Football Associa- Ali Sabbagh’s sentence will be the Singaporean and Indian teams, tion (FIFA) accredited referee, had backdated to April 4 when he the prosecution said. admitted having sex with a woman was detained by police along Ding subsequently arranged for hired by accused Singapore match- with assistants Ali Eid and the women to be sent to their fixer Ding Si Yang, who has denied Abdallah Taleb, who were jailed hotel rooms in the early hours of wrongdoing. for three months on Monday for April 3, the prosecution said. Ali Sabbagh and two Lebanese accepting sexual favors from – Reuters 50 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013 Fun, family, fundraising at LPIM Marathon results 42km Full Marathon

Overall Men 1. Michael Page 02: 41:02 2. Yasuhiro Saito 02:52:01 3. Panom Khansamol 02:58:23

Overall Women 1. Naomi Ochai 03:19:38 2. Fumie Terahata 03:27:24 3. Ninik Sugawati 03:34:48

21km Half Marathon

Overall Men 1. Jackson Kibet Kenei 01:15:45 2. Jaray Jearanai 01:19:01 3. Asle Slettmoen 01:20:51 LPIM 2013 champion Michael Page of the UK (center). DRESSED TO IMPRESS: Fun all the way at Laguna’s family-friendly marathon. Photos: Laguna Phuket Overall Women 1. Veronique Messina 01:35:54 MICHAEL Page of the UK won the The trophy presentation by aspiring marathoner Krittapas competed in LPIM – rounded out 2.Laainam Chaipornkaew eighth Laguna Phuket International Tourism Authority of Thailand “Krit” Sakdidtanon – the event’s by a 10.5km run, the 91.5FM 01:36:33 Marathon (LPIM) when the annual (TAT) Rome marketing director Charity Ambassador – was Community Walk and a 2km 3. Kathrin Puff 01:38:39 running festival took to the island’s Sandro Botticelli represented a accompanied by a fundraising Kids’ Run – included Australian roads last weekend. partnership with a new sister team in a ‘Charity Caravan’ and ‘Couple on the Run’ Andrew and 10.5km Run More than 4,000 entrants of race – the Italian 10km Igrani delighted locals in villages and Sue O’Brien, who have run some all ages and abilities from 45 Run – by Laguna and sponsored markets along the course by 80,000 kilometers side-by-side Overall Men countries competed on a variety by TAT, which also sponsors the stopping to collect donations for at marathons and ultra-mara- 1. Giovanni Ruggiero 00:34:24 of distance courses in an Igrani Run. the Laguna Phuket Foundation. thons around the world; and 2. Anan Pomseane 00: 37:48 atmosphere of community fun The women’s 42km race was Funds raised went to LPIM’s 79-years-old British veteran 3. Hiro Hirabayashi 00:38:13 and charity fund-raising. won by Naomi Ochai of Japan in ‘Run for Our Kids’ drive, which Robin Wilson, LPIM’s oldest Page finished the 42 kilometer 03:19:38 with another Japanese, aims to raise one million baht for 42km runner and one of the last Overall Women marathon in a time of 02:41:02, Fumie Terahata, second in the foundation, which will be used home in seven-and-a-half hours 1. Anna Stroh 00:43:31 followed by Yasuhiro Saito of 03:27:24 and Ninik Sugawati of to support of local schools and to chalk up the 400th marathon 2. Helen Wright 00:46:32 Japan in 02:52:01 and Panom Indonesia third in 03:34:48. In the communities finish of his running career. 3. Sirapat Butjeen 00:47:41 Khansamol of Thailand in 02:58:23. half marathon, Thai TV star and Other personalities who – Phuket Gazette Triathlon champs coming to Challenge Laguna REIGNING World Champion Pete “PJ” top swim and run times. Jacobs has confirmed he will race the At 31, he’s almost 10 years younger than inaugural Challenge Laguna Phuket half McCormack and is relishing the prospect distance triathlon on December 1 – set- of racing against him on Phuket’s tropical ting up an intriguing contest with fellow paradise course. Australian Chris ‘Macca’ McCormack, “I’m definitely going to be motivated to the defending title-holder and two-time stay healthy and in good shape after Kona to World Champion, for a slice of the race’s race against Macca in Phuket,” Jacobs said. 25,000 euro prize purse. McCormack said: “It’s great to have PJ The elite pair will compete at Challenge join the pro start list for Phuket. He’s an amaz- Laguna Phuket less than two months after ing talent and as current World Champion will the 2013 World Championships in Kona, be the major favorite for this race. Hawaii, where they’re expected to be among The Challenge Laguna Phuket Tri-Fest the top athletes vying for the coveted honor, has drawn worldwide interest with more with McCormack bidding for a third title to than 600 athletes now signed up for the cement his legendary status and Jacobs 20th anniversary edition of the Laguna defending his 2012 crown. Phuket Triathlon, and keen demand for the At Challenge Laguna Phuket they are Challenge Laguna Phuket half distance among a pro field that also boasts World triathlon. Fields in excess of 1,000 athletes Champion and defending Laguna Phuket are expected for each race. women’s champion Melissa Hauschildt, The Laguna Phuket Triathlon on together with her 2012 Phuket podium November 24 will be contested over a finishers Radka Vodickova and Belinda 1.8km swim, 55km bike ride and 12km Granger. run. The Challenge Laguna Phuket half Jacobs is making his debut in Phuket and distance triathlon on December 1 features his duel with McCormack may see him at a a 1.9km swim followed by a 90km bike disadvantage – McCormack is familiar with and half marathon 21km run. the testing course and will also have raced Pros will compete for a total Challenge the Laguna Phuket Triathlon a week earlier Laguna Phuket Tri-Fest prize purse of on November 24, the 20th edition of the US$ 57,000, with US$15,000 on offer in legendary race that launches the week-long the Laguna Phuket Triathlon; 25,000 euro Challenge Laguna Phuket Tri-Fest. in Challenge Laguna Phuket – and a bo- But Jacobs, a three-time top ten finisher nus US$ 10,000 for the top fastest at the World Championships before he lifted combined times in both events. Chris ‘Macca’ McCormack 2012 Laguna Reigning World Champion Pete “PJ” Jacobs. his 2012 crown, has a record of posting – Phuket Gazette Ironman champion. Photo: Andrew Scott June 15 - 21, 2013 PHUKET GAZETTE 51

LPIM: Testing ground for evolution of species By Isaac Stone Simonelli was, it would eventually have to slow its pace to pant in order to Islanders and Fire HOMO sapiens have evolved as cool down. Panting and speed persistence hunters. We are simply don’t go hand in hand. designed to go the distance, to plod “Keep the pressure up, keep along behind any quick footed your feet moving,” I mumble in antelope on the open prairie until the the tropical heat. Power washed out poor bugger, all sprints and no Despite our evolutionarily stamina, gives up the ghost – the advanced running-cooling system, Laguna Phuket International by the 14-kilometer marker the ice Marathon was a testing ground of cold sponges being passed out by our evolution. volunteers felt less like a luxury By Steven Layne sulting from the nasty weather be postponed. “We are species of runners,” I, and more like a necessity. twice doused the spot lights, halt- The Gazette caught up with one of hundreds standing at the The mostly silent race made THE rainstorm that swept over ing play and leaving some 3,000 PTT’s skillful Slovakian midfielder, start-finish line, mumble to myself. the pounding footsteps of a true the island on Sunday night forced plus fans in complete darkness at #9 Jozef Tirer who said, “I was Each runner, no doubt, was predator – a speedy full marathon officials to abandon the football the 15,000 capacity stadium off told that we will probably play the giving themselves their own runner – even more unnerving as match between Phuket FC and Wichit Songkhram road. second half again somewhere in personal pep-talk, laying out a they come up behind you. In that PTT Rayong. The decision was With the lights successfully re- Bangkok next month... I think we course-attack plan, setting mental brief moment, before seeing a big made more than halfway activated both times, and relatively had more chances than Phuket, and goals or reviewing the necessary smile and hearing encouraging through the 0-0 deadlock at calm weather ensuing during half it’s too bad the rain stopped us. We pace to keep the pack moving. And words, it felt as if I had switched Surakul Stadium. time, it looked as if play would will be ready for them again,” he within that crowd I, an under- places with my ancestors’ prey, Attending the match were sev- resume normally in the second said. trained cubical-junky, wasn’t alone. but I have no sprints, no fancy eral VIP guests of Phuket FC half. Not having gained any points, It is easy in the pre-dawn gray foot work to keep me safe. President Pamuke Achiriyachai, However, the June Southwest- Phuket fell down into 6th place to imagine our ancestors striding It isn’t until after the 18-kilome- including Phuket Governor erly monsoons had different plans, with 22 points, six points behind out, long smooth steps propelling ter marker, after the 200-meter Maitri Inthusut, Mr Pedro sending strong downpours on to 3rd placed Bangkok FC (28 points); them forward, their faces calm and marker, after the finish line and af- Moreira, Cruzeiro EC Interna- the pitch; visibility and agility be- PTT Rayong remain in 2nd of the determined as they keep some poor ter collapsing in the air conditioned tional Business Manager, as well came greatly limited, as players 18-team YL1 with 30 points. grassland creature on the move. awards room that it occurred to me as towering pro Brazilian struggled to tread through the Airforce United are runaway league Luckily, we can sweat. As an that perhaps, just perhaps, it was midfielder, Cristian Alex of the heavily waterlogged pitch. leaders with 37 points. office worker, sweat seeping unfair to attempt to hold my body Cruzerio EC U-20 squad. Officials finally called an emer- Phuket’s next match is against through a dress shirt as I rush accountable to out run anything, let The two pro Brazilian soccer gency meeting, and the players yet another Rayong based club, from one air conditioned building alone an antelope. reps are in Phuket to sign an MoU retreated to the locker rooms, be- Rayong United, on Saturday, June to another is the bane of my so- Other runners were chatting; with Phuket FC (see story below) fore an announcement was given 22. The game kicks off at 4pm in called-stylish existence. However, smiling, comparing times and Meanwhile, power spikes re- around 8pm that the match would Rayong. sweat is our species’ edge on the totally at ease, I felt was a sudden rest of the Animal Kingdom. yearning to join their ranks. As the 11 kilometer marker It took millions of years to comes into sight, everyone on the evolve into what our ancestors Phuket FC officially sign MoU road, either consciously or uncon- were, there is no way a handful of sciously is grateful for the sweat as generations of pen-pushers could PHUKET FC officially signed “I feel excited that a world class it continues to glisten on our skin, undo such a monumental achieve- their Memorandum of Under- football team (Cruzeiro) chose soak through our tops and keep us ment. Starting to smile and stretch standing (MoU) with Brazilian Phuket FC to be its one alliance in cool. myself, it became clear, I, like side Cruzeiro on June 12. The Thailand and Asia, so Cruzeiro are Though there is no four legged everyone else, am a member of a Islanders have instantly benefited also excited and confident with meal at the end of our run, if there species of runners. from this deal taking 19-year- this cooperation, which is to sup- old midfielder Christian Alex until port Phuket FC’s aim to be a the end of the season. leading football team in Thailand, Christian Alex. Photo: Phuket FC Mr Pamuk Atchariyachai, and in the future Asia,” he said. ball player to come present their Phuket FC president was joined Pedro Morora commentated: football abilities in Thailand at the signing by Mr Pedro “Christian Alex is a good foot- through Phuket FC,” he said. Morora a member of Cruzeiro’s ball player and he entered into our Phuket also announced that the international business commu- academy when he was a child so team might play a friendly game nication department. he will be an important football against La Liga side Getafe. The Pamuk is excited about the player for Phuket FC and we will date is yet to be confirmed. – Andrew Scott SUCCESS: Kiranee, Tara and Isaac after the marathon. link up between the two clubs: be open for another Cruzeiro foot- New artificial footy turf CHERNG Thalay’s first artificial In anticipation of Phuket host- turf football field – paid for by ing the World Youth Football Cherng Thalay Sub-district Admin- Championships, Cherng Thalay istration Organization (OrBorTor) OrBorTor, with assistance from – is scheduled to open on June 15. the Phuket Provincial Administra- “This mid-June, the first artifi- tion Organization (OrBorJor), is cial turf at Ban Bang Tao School, also renovating Surin Stadium. which is now under construction, “In 2014, Phuket is going to be is going to open for the general pub- the World Youth Football lic,” said Ma-ann Samram, Cherng Championship’s host. This Thalay’s OrBorTor president. competition will be held at Surin Ma-ann explained that OrBorTor stadium,” has spent nine million baht “This stadium was rebuilt in constructing three buildings worth order to welcome World Youth three million baht each: a basket- Football Championship. The foot- ball court, an artificial turf football ball stadium will consist of the pitch and a grandstand. standard football field, grandstand, “Ban Bang Tao School electric appliances and athlete responded to our call and donated accommodation. The stadium spaces in the school to construct could support players from 50-70 the artificial turf for the public,” teams,” Ma-ann said. he said. – Auntika Sivasen 52 PHUKET GAZETTE June 15 - 21, 2013