Pyes Pa Newsletter May 2022

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NEWSLETTER

May/Mei 2022

“Our very own gutsy little non-profit publication, for the Pyes Pa rural area.”

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Spice-Baked Chicken
With Autumn Veges

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Hospice Awareness
Week May 16 – 22

Page 9
ANZAC Day

Page 20
Seize the month!

Page 21
Colouring Competition
Results

Deadline for June 2022 Issue: Friday, May 27

Arbor Care Ltd

TREE SPECIALISTS

NZ Arboricultural Assoc Approved Contractor

Ph 07 543 1775

[email protected]

your local arboricultural experts

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Pyes Pa Foodie

SPICE-BAKED CHICKEN WITH AUTUMN VEGES AND LENTILS

 2 T Olive Oil, Maple Syrup, Soy Sauce, and Apple Cider Vinegar
 2 teaspoons each ground cumin and Smoked Paprika
 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
 ½ teaspoon chilli flakes
 3 cloves of garlic
 1 x 400 grams tin each brown lentils, drained and rinsed and cherry tomatoes.
 6 Chicken thighs, skin on , bone in.
 2 red onions, cut into quarters.
 1 eggplant halved lengthways, and each half cut into 4 large chunks.
 ½ Medium butternut pumpkin, cut into 1 ½ cm thick slices skin on
 Sea Salt and Ground Pepper

Preheat the oven to 170°C fan bake.
Combine all of the ingredients, including lentils and tomatoes, in a large bowl. Add the chicken
and vegetables and turn to coat well.
Tip onto the tray and spread into a single layer. Season and
bake for 30 mins. Turn the vegetables over and baste the
chicken.
Cook for a further 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is
cooked. Top with Spinach, a dollop of yoghurt and sprinkle of
chilli flakes.

Garlicky Lemon Spinach
 2 T Olive Oil
 2 cloves garlic
 Finely grated zest 1 lemon
 3 tightly packed cups baby spinach leaves
 1 T lemon Juice
 S and P

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Sizzle
the garlic and zest for about 30 seconds. Add the spinach
and turn to wilt lightly, then add the juice. This should take
under a minute. Tip into a bowl.
ENJOY THIS, MY PYES PA RESIDENTS. THIS IS A NICE
STARTER BEFORE HEADING INTO WINTER – Jo Reid

GREERTON PLEASE TAKE NOTE!

CAR BOOT SALE Newsletter articles and stories
must be submitted on time,
Saturday, May 21 or miss the boat!

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Pyes Pa Community Newsletter Circulation: 1000
Delivered to the Pyes Pa rural
Editor: Clyde Campbell 543 1477 area and other distribution sites.
Email: [email protected]
The Pyes Pa Community
Treasurer: Joyce Bonner: 544 5165 Newsletter is non-profit and is
Assistant: Catherine Fitzpatrick 027 648 5650
produced by volunteers.
We always welcome any new articles of up to 300 Any surplus funds are donated to
words so don’t hesitate to tell us your story. Please supply text as Pyes Pa community organisations.

a Word Document and photos as .jpeg.

Deadline for June 2022 Issue: Friday, May 27

Hello everyone
Thanks for your concern.
First off, I'm OK, I was a bit shaken up though.
For those of you that aren’t aware, I was robbed at the petrol station earlier this morning.
After my hands stopped trembling, I managed to call the Police.
They were quick to respond and calmed me down because my blood pressure went through the roof!
My money is gone, however.
The police asked me if I knew who did it and I told them,
“Yes, it was pump number 2”.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Catherine has done an exceptional job in organising this year’s Easter Colouring Competition - there
were more than twenty entries (and I think that is a record in my time with the Newsletter!). There is a
list of the prize winners, plus some pictures of the works of fine art, on page 21.

Keep safe
Clyde

Advertisers please note We print 11 issues for the year - February to December. If you wish to place a
Multi Ad during the print year in three or more consecutive issues, the 30%
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your contact details) in an envelope and

drop off at

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Pyes Pa Road

or Renner Park Golf Club

Oropi Road
Please contact Joyce Bonner (544 5165)
for enquiries about payments.
Adverts can be emailed to
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DISCLAIMER:

Every effort has been taken to see that all
information within this Newsletter is

correct. This newsletter is produced by
volunteers in good faith.

No responsibility will be accepted for any
inaccuracies or misuse or

misrepresentation or/of wrongful
information. All information given and

provided should be used as a guide only.

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2022 Hospice Awareness Week Appeal May 16 – 22

May 16 – 22 is Hospice Awareness Week (HAWK) 2022!
HAWK is an opportunity for communities to better understand how local hospices can help patients and their

families ‘live every moment’. This year, as part of HAWK, we are running a community appeal with the help of our
volunteers and local businesses. Can you help?
Can you spare two hours?
Volunteer at our HAWK Community Appeal
This year, during Hospice Awareness Week, we
are running a community appeal and we would
love your help. Can you spare two hours to be a
collector at one of our various sites across the
city? As a collector, you will be a friendly face
helping someone make a donation to Waipuna
Hospice. Get your friends, family and colleagues
together and help raise important funds.
Shifts are only two hours long and are a fun way to
connect with the community while helping raise
crucial funds to help care for the terminally ill and
bereaved.
We’re looking for Site Coordinators
Are you organised and enthusiastic?
Could you help to manage volunteers in your
area?
Do you have your own transport?
If so, please consider becoming a Site
Coordinator! Register your interest by emailing or
calling Sas on [email protected] or 022
136 1167.
Please note that due to the latest government
mandate, Site Coordinators must be
vaccinated against COVID-19.

https://www.waipunahospice.org.nz/2022-hawk-
street-appeal/

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For all your General Engineering requirements, Bay Container Solutions is leading the way when it
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We wanted to bring
your attention to the
following opportunity
for the School. Please
vote for our school's
sustainability and
resilience application to
the Bay of Plenty
Regional Council.

School Sustainability & Resilience Fund Voting Guide

Voting steps
1) Head to https://www.participate.boprc.govt.nz/ and join to create an account.
2) Log in to your account and click on the School Sustainability and Resilience Fund tile on the home page.
3) Read the information on the fund page before clicking on one of the links to vote.
Voting page
Each person who registers has a virtual $35000 to vote with. You must spend a minimum of $31,000 to submit
your vote. The funding requested by each applicant is marked in a yellow box on each application.
4) Check out the 46 applications that have been submitted from educational organisations across the rohe (you
can click on 'Read more‘ to learn more about a project).
5) Click 'Fund this‘ on each
of the projects that you
want to vote for. Your
budget at the top of the
page will become less and
less each time you vote.
6) Once you have spent at
least a minimum of
$31,000, you can submit
your vote at the bottom of
the page.
Who can vote?
Anyone can vote! Even If
you're outside of the Bay of
Plenty.
Thank you for voting!

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PYES PA SETTLERS HALL Justwood Joinery

For all your WOODEN needs

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Hall hire includes full Web: www.justwood.co.nz
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Tauranga Library has
relocated from its
current site at Willow
Street to a new, interim
site - He Puna
Manawa (formerly the
Goddard’s Centre) –
located between Grey
Street and Devonport
Road.

Tauranga City
Council has plans to
redevelop, revitalise,
and transform the civic
precinct in the city
centre. The library’s
existing building on
Willow Street is going
to be demolished to
make way for the
development, which
will include a new
library.

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ANZAC Day by Nichelle Healy

Rā Maumahara ki nga hoia o Aotearoa me Ahitereiria - a
day to remember those who served in the New Zealand
and Australian armed forces. Over the holidays our
tamariki have been learning about Anzac Day through
some wonderful resources provided by one of our very
dedicated mums. Our tamariki have been busy
designing and decorating Anzac wreaths, learning the
Anzac ode, lacing poppies, and learning key Anzac
terms in te reo Maori.

With term 2 about to start, we have a lot to look
forward to. We are looking forward to taking a journey
into the Pacific by holding 5 workshops over the term to
learn more about the Pacific and explore some of the
nations, their islands and cultures. Our tamariki will have
the opportunity to take part in and learn about visual
arts, music and dance, food and celebrations, myths and
legends, family and community and languages of some
of the islands. We hope that everyone has enjoyed a
wonderful Easter with family, friends, and too much
chocolate, and look forward to continuing to share the
rest of our term with you.

Our sessions run on Tuesdays and Fridays from
9:30 - 12pm. We are located next to Pyes Pa School,
come along and join the fun, we offer the first three visits
for free!

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Building Primary school culture at ACG Tauranga

ACG Tauranga has seen some exciting new developments in 2022, including the
introduction of a range of Primary-specific lunchtime clubs, activities, events and
EOTC (Education Outside the Classroom) opportunities.

“The Primary school has been growing steadily. It is now at the stage where we can really start to develop our
own special Primary identity,” explains Primary Dean and Faculty Coordinator Dani Archer.

The new lunchtime equipment has proven particularly popular, especially the blocks, handballs and cricket
sets. In addition, other new initiatives include an Art Club, Enviro-Group and EPro8, while Term 2 will see the
launch of Craft Club, Coding Club and Problem Solving for Years 5 and 6.

“By participating in clubs, students not only learn and develop the specific skills for their chosen club, but they
get to work with students from other classes and learn about commitment.”

New leadership opportunities are also among the line-up, with several Year 6 students appointed recently as
House and Pillar leaders, wet day leaders, library leaders and more.

“Our leadership positions align
with the Middle and Senior school
leaders. This year, we have also
introduced Primary-specific
leadership roles, and we hope to
continue developing our
leadership programme by
introducing class leaders in the
future.”

By building leadership skills
from an early age, ACG Tauranga
is laying strong foundations for
future success and fostering the
development of capable, confident
young people who flourish, not
only in school, but also in life.

To learn more about ACG
Tauranga, please visit
tauranga.acgedu.com

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Diane Rosenberg is a Health
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For more information
contact Diane Rosenberg

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FOOD GROWERS’ GROUP: Tauranga Meets on the first
South Wednesday of the month
Food Growers Group Garden at Central Baptist Church
Casual friendly group in Pyes Pa Club Hall, cnr 13th Ave and
and Oropi for everyone
(beginner or expert) who Cameron Rd,1.30-3pm.
enjoys, or wants to grow, their
own fruit and veges: Visitors are welcome.

Next meet: Sunday 15 May - at 2pm Monthly speaker and friendly club.

For general information about the group and Ph Sue 027 413 0150
details of next meet please contact Christine
0274034757 or Jenny 0272036220 Greerton Hall Market

Taekwondo - Now at the Racecourse S a t ur da y M a y 14

St Ledgers basement area Saturday May 28
Tauranga Racecourse
1383 Cameron Rd Crafts, plants, produce, bric-a-brac. Stalls
Training from 6pm - 7:30pm inside/outside. Discounts for community
Tuesday and Thursday charity groups. Tea, coffee, snacks available.
Ages from 7 and up New stallholders always welcome. Stalls $12
per trestle table or outside space.
For enquiries contact Brett Wright 0275 842 853
or [email protected] Tricia/Gary 543 1487, 027 908 2952

facebook.com/greertonhallmarket

St Vincent de Paul
Vinnies op-shops are always grateful to
receive donations from you.
We assist those in need in your
community with your help.
Please drop donations off to:
766 Cameron Road: 9-4pm Mon-Fri
and 9-1pm Sat
134 Chadwick Road, Greerton: 9-4pm Mon-Fri
and 9-1pm Sat
If you need us to collect please phone:
07-578 8218
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Mondays 7pm – 9pm May to September TAURANGA SWIM SCHOOL
Senior players – all abilities welcome
for fun, fitness or competition Offers affordable swimming lessons
from 6 months old through to adults
for further information contact Noel 027 622 9797 and disability.
Call Andrea Hm 544 2141
or visit taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz or 0272 868506. Check us out on
Facebook.com/Tauranga Swim School.
Book now - limited spaces.

Selling, Buying, Trading? GREERTON LIONS
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Please email adverts to Clyde at:[email protected] The club is seeking
enthusiastic men and
Adverts can be delivered to FOUR 14 ESPRESSO women of any age to join
or to Renner Park Golf Club our active club.
Check out our Facebook
Include your money in an envelope with your advert page or visit
and contact details please
www.lionsclubs.org.nz/Clubs/202L/Zone-9/Greerton
The deadline is always the last Friday of the month and the newsletter is
in your letterboxes by the first Friday of the following month Contact
Bill: 543 4423
All advertising enquiries to

Joyce, ph 544 5165

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Classified Advertisements

FOR SALE: Pyes Pa Residents

 TIMBER AND PLYWOOD: For Sale Good We have a great little hall in our community. It gets
Prices Ph 543 0047 hired out occasionally for functions.

 SILAGE: Small Bales. $20 -25 Ph Skin The committee is a very small group of people and
027 284 3908 some of them have been on the committee for a number
of years.
FOR HIRE:
They need our help to do a few jobs to help spruce the
 Log Splitter For Hire: $90 per day, or log Hall up.
splitting available: Ph Paul 07 543 3042
I have put a date of Saturday May 21st for a
WORK OFFERED: working bee.
I know life is busy and winter sport is kicking off so
 Casual garden work: Call 027 543 5470 feel free to pop in for as long as you can do.

WANTED KNOWN: If you are unable to help that on day but could do some
on the Friday night or the Sunday, this is also completely
 Why not donate your excess, or otherwise possible, and a massive help.
unwanted, citrus or avo crop to Good Please feel free to give me a call
Neighbour? We can pick. Kerri 027 414 7105
Call Bill 027 474 1206

 Sonshine OP Shop is open. Accepting
whatever your garage is tired of. On Joyce
where the Olive Tree Cottage used to be.

 Mountain Biking: Want to do some social
grade 2/3 mountain biking? Got Fridays
free? We are a small group who go to the
Redwoods (and beyond) most Fridays and
some weekends to hit some trails, drink
coffee and talk crap. Contact me to join the
chat group so you can come along as often
as you like.
Steve Gore 027 667 5260

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Mallow - Mellow and Soothing by Julia Sich, BA, Dip. Hort. (Distinction)

The mallow family contains over twenty edible species. Some are considered weeds while others like hollyhocks
and hibiscus are treasured garden plants. Marshmallow is a well-known healing plant and it was used to make
the original marshmallow sweets. Cacao and cotton are in this family also. The genus name Malva is Greek
meaning soft or soothing, that refers to the mucilage and the recorded history of using mallow goes back through
antiquity.

Some of the weeds you might recognize in this family are dwarf mallow (Malvaneglecta),tree mallow (Malva
dendromorpha)- a biennial shrub that grows up to 2 m tall - and creeping mallow (Modiolacaroliniana) a mat
forming perennial ground cover.

Mallows grow all over the world on neglected, bare ground around the edges of gardens, walkways, and
creeping mallow grows in lawns. Before I knew creeping mallow was edible, I cursed it because it forms a mat,
putting down roots at the nodes. It can grow a metre out from the base and so it is very hard to get out. Now I see
it in a completely different light as, in droughts, it is the only green thing in a brown, dry lawn. And it is very edible
with light green, round to heart-shaped leaves. The seeds are divided into segments and mallows are also known
aptly as ‘cheese weed’.

All mallow flowers have five petals and vary in colour from pink to mauve with stripes of darker pink or mauve.
Other members like hollyhock and hibiscus vary from pink or red to white and yellow or even multi coloured.
Creeping mallow has reddish orange flowers.

Mallow is an amazing plant for making smoothies, juices, soups, milks, desserts, for thickening recipes and for
drying to make green powder, which I have done. Mallow is high in calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron,
selenium, sodium, iodine, vitamins A, B & C.

The chopped leaves and stems, steeped in cold water for several hours or overnight, turn the water into the
consistency of egg whites. Vegan recipes could use this as an egg substitute.

The leaves are mild tasting and a pleasant addition to salads, casseroles and soups. The whole plant blended,
after soaking and strained, makes a thickened soup base.

Hibiscus flowers make a lovely tea but not all hibiscus varieties can be used. H. Sabdariffa ‘red sorrel’ or
‘roselle’ is the variety long used in tea making.

Mallow's gelatinous, slimy nature has the effect of drawing, clearing, lubricating, cleansing, soothing and gently
removing toxins from the body. The mucilage is a soluble fibre that absorbs water, increasing the bulk in the
intestinal tract helping to prevent constipation. It also increases immunity by stimulating macrophages and white
blood cells. A further interesting feature is that mallow contains salicylic acid, the natural source of aspirin. Make
a tea or
juice of it to
relieve pain
or
headaches.

There
are so
many good
things
about these
plants that
it could be
a daily
addition to
our diets - it
is in mine.

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Hi from Jane Nees,
Your Bay of Plenty Regional Councilor

How is Our Environment Doing?

Every few years, the Ministry for the Environment releases a State nutrient and sediment pollution, and the impacts of plastic waste
of the Environment Report for New Zealand. It is often a bit of a on marine life. Climate change is affecting our oceans through
grim read, showing evidence of environmental decline resulting ocean acidification and increased sea-surface temperatures,
from human activity in many areas. which in turn affects marine ecosystems.

The latest release, Environment Aotearoa 2022, looks a little Changing rainfall patterns, along with warming temperatures,
different. It is really interesting as it takes an integrated approach, threaten our agricultural economy and native ecosystems. Soil
placing environmental change in the context of our lives and well- quality sometimes does not meet target ranges and we are losing
being. It draws on environmental science, health science, soils to erosion, development and land fragmentation. Short term
economics and matauranga Maori (Maori knowledge) to tell a drought frequency is increasing and glacier ice volumes are
story of our connections with the environment and our impacts on decreasing. Air quality is improving gradually across the country,

it. The report highlights the many challenges that will impact on although air and light pollution in some urban areas
the well-being of current and future generations – including is an issue.
climate change, risks to water and food security, and threats to You can find the easy-to-read report at:
ecosystems. https://environment.govt.nz/publications/environment-aotearoa-
2022/
In summary, a majority of our rare ecosystems are threatened.
The destruction of the habitat of many rare species and impacts of However, if you want to see all of the national
pest species is reducing the populations of many unique birds, environmental data from our Crown Research
reptiles and plants. Our freshwater resources are degraded in Institutes together in one place in a searchable
areas where land has been transformed by human activities. This format, go to:
varies from place to place – river and lake water quality is
https://nedc.nz/
This is a fabulous resource, but beware – you
improving in some areas but degrading in others. Loss of wetland might get lost in there!
ecosystems continues, although there are numerous wetland If you have any views on this or any other issue,
restoration programmes underway.
Our coastal water quality is changing with variable trends in please contact me on [email protected] or ring me on 07 579-5150.

The shopping trolley is ultimate litmus test for
whether a person is capable of self-governing.
To return the shopping trolley is an easy,
convenient task and one that we all recognize
as the correct, appropriate thing to do. To
return the shopping trolley is right objectively.
There are no situations other than dire
emergencies in which a person is not able to
return their trolley. Also, it is not illegal to
abandon your shopping trolley. Therefore the
shopping trolley presents itself as the apex
example of whether a person will do what is
right without being forced to do it.
No one will punish you for not returning the
shopping trolley, no one will fine you or kill you
for not returning the shopping trolley. You
must return the shopping trolley out of the
goodness of your own heart. You must return
the shopping trolley because it is the right
thing to do. Because it is correct.
A person who is unable to do this is no better
than an animal, an absolute savage who can
only be made to do what is right by threatening
them with a law and the force that stands
behind it.
The Shopping Cart is what determines
whether a person is a good or bad member
of society.

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Seize the month! by Steve Gore

My partner and I had planned a month-long roadie around the South Island, incorporating a bunch of mountain
bike trails…and then omicron hit. Neighbours who had a similar plan a few weeks earlier pulled the plug on their
trip out of concern for being able to get home, should things turn to custard. We took the plunge and have no
regrets.

We started in Nelson and rode a piece of a ride that took in Spooners tunnel, a 1.3km disused rail tunnel. One
of my hopes for this trip was to ride the Old Ghost Road, a 2-3 day 85km ride that is one of the “must-dos” for
mountain bikers. We were on ebikes and I wanted to do it in a day as I couldn’t see my partner being too
enthusiastic about hanging around Westport for a couple of days. The weather was perfect, but I was reminded of
how nasty it can get when I saw that the shelter at the top of the 24km uphill was anchored to the rocks by strong
cables. Friends had reported pushing their bikes through horizontal snow on this ride. I wish that I had been able
to take a couple of days as it is a spectacular, and, frankly, terrifying, ride or walk. Much of it is on very steep cliffs
or riding over not-so-old slips – it’s a ride that requires a good degree of skill. It would have been nice to savour
some of the views for a while, rather than pushing on constantly. I considered taking a personal locator beacon
but didn’t get around to it. It would have been a good idea as I passed only half a dozen parties on the ride. This
was a bit of a theme of this whole trip…no one around.

Tekapo was the next base and a cabin in the campground gave us a stunning view up the lake to the
mountains. We left to a beautiful easy ride around Lake Ohau followed by the drive over the Lindis Pass, which I
always find beautiful. We stayed in Alexandra for a few days, caught up with old family friends and rode the
increasingly popular Lake Dunstan ride, that features cliff hugging bridges and a coffee cart (boat) positioned
strategically before the Cairnmuir ladder, the biggest climb on the trail.

From Central Otago, we went to Dunedin, stopping to ride through the
Poolburn Gorge, a highlight of the Otago Rail Trail, picked up our boys and
continued south. Invercargill surprised us with its stunning gardens, that
include a stumpery and a highly visible tuatara breeding programme.

Milford Sound was a bit of a highlight. We had driven there before but
hadn’t done the trip out into the Sound. We pulled into an almost empty
carpark. The space allocated for about 30 buses was empty. We were the
only boat out on the water and, with such a small contingent, it was easy to
get the viewing space you wanted. What intrigued me more than anything
was the Te Anau hotelier’s sincere gratitude. They are struggling down there and are pleased to see anyone!

Another highlight was the evenings spent in pubs that are away from the tourist traps; so, by the second night,
you feel part of a community. People are curious about where you are from and why you are there.

It was a great trip. The only thing we had booked when we left were the ferries and we left each place not
knowing where we were going to spend the night, but the absence of tourists meant we had a choice of
discounted accommodation. It felt like our travelling in the 1980’s before the internet gave us the ability to plan a
trip like this completely, albeit in a much nicer car. The roads were empty, the best cafes had plenty of tables. If
you are thinking about doing a roadie….stop thinking and go! The international tourists will be back before you
know it and this opportunity to enjoy our beautiful country in comparative peace will be over.
Ngā mihi

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Thank you to all the children that have entered their masterpieces into this year’s Pyes Pa Community
Newsletter Colouring Competition. With over 20 entries from budding artists, it was very difficult to choose a
winner!
Place holders were:
2-5yrs 1st Jackson Brock
2nd Joey Williams
6-7yrs 1st Angus James
2nd Isla Jackson
3rd= Aria Summers
3rd= Arie Hanna
8-10yrs 1st Emma Sutherland
2nd Ellena Graves
3rd Georgia James
HC Layla Cooper
HC Freya Graves

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Is my pet a senior? Reprinted from May 2019

Most of us have an idea of when people are considered
to be ‘seniors,’ but what about dogs and cats? It used to Minimum database testing– Depending on your pet’s
be that one human year equalled 7 pet years, but that is individual age and circumstances, your veterinarian
not really accurate, especially for dogs where there is a may recommend routine laboratory testing even if they
wide range of breeds and body sizes. Giant breed dogs appear healthy on the outside. This testing might
might be considered “senior” at 5 years of age! include:
All pets should have yearly check-ups, even if they • Complete Blood Count
appear well. For senior pets, check-ups and • Blood Chemistry Screening – To evaluate liver and
recommendations are tailored to your pets advancing kidney function, and sugar levels
years. During the check-up your vet will look closely for • Urine checks
signs of medical conditions that appear with age, such • Blood Pressure measurement
as: Routine wellness care– including appropriate
Kidney disease Arthritis parasite control, vaccinations, dental care, weight
Diabetes Cognitive disorders management, etc.
Thyroid problems Dental disease Discussion of age-related issues/changes– your
Cancer veterinarian may take this opportunity to talk to you
In general, it is likely that the vet will cover the following about things to expect or look out for as your dog ages,
steps: such as vision or hearing deficits, mobility issues or
History– Even if you have seen the same cognitive dysfunction (similar to dementia).
veterinarian every year of your pet’s life, this chat still Breed-specific testing– In addition, if you have a
needs to occur. This discussion will establish if anything purebred dog or cat, there may be other tests that are
is new about your pet’s lifestyle, habits, mobility, indicated routinely for that particular breed. It’s also an
attitude, diet, appetite, and toileting. important time for you to ask questions about specific
Complete physical examination– Your veterinarian concerns about your dog or cat, be sure that those are
may go about some of the examination even while you all addressed to your satisfaction before the conclusion
are chatting. Almost all senses can be used (looking, of your visit.
listening, feeling, probing and even smells!) to assess It is up to you and your veterinarian to work together
everything externally from the tip of the nose, to the end to decide what is best so that you and your animal
of the tail. companion can enjoy their senior, golden years.

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Take some time out from the madness
of the world and join me for a few
hours of mindful mosaics

Classes are held at 824A Pyes Pa Road
For more information on available
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or email [email protected]

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OROPI AND PYES PA by Christine
FOOD GROWERS GROUP 0274034757

Do you grow your own food and vegetables and want to learn more or see what others are doing
locally? We are a casual friendly group that meets every 3rd Sunday in the month to share ideas on
growing food.

There wasn’t a food growers group this month, but a few of us attended the trees croppers group
visit to ‘Martha’s Orchard’ at Te Teko. Since 2019, Bryon and Lara have been developing a food
forest demonstration site. Some of the principles included being process - rather than input -
driven, planting for succession, and managing plants by pruning and leaving organic matter as
mulch to increase soil fertility and retain moisture. This all supports the growth and success of
selected ‘high value’ crops. The long narrow (1-2m wide beds) were planted densely with
repeating plants such as eucalyptus and tree lucerne - important in the early stages to provide
nitrogen, nutrients and shade. The eucalyptus is pollarded initially and, when crops become more

established, the long poles are cut to the ground for other uses. Other support plants included
acacia, comfrey, canna and poplar. Canopy species are managed to provide light to crops. Tree
crops included figs, banana, carob, cherimoya, loquat, citrus, guava, inga bean, papaya and
tamarillo. Banana stalks are left on the ground as they retain and release water. Perennial crops
included sugar cane, arrowroot, taro, lemon grass and raspberries. Lettuce and other vegetables
and annual flowers filled in the gaps. It was a great opportunity to rethink how we grow our fruit
and vegetables

If you'd like to share your successes - and failures - and learn from others, come and join us!

Upcoming meetings: Sunday 15 May 2pm. and Sunday 19 June 2pm

To find out more or to join us, please contact Christine 0274034757 [email protected] or
Jenny 0272036220 [email protected]

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SApacnessote of thanks from Kerri Reprinted from February 2015

I want to say a huge THANK YOU to the Pyes Pa Community Newsletter for choosing me as a

rWecEiphvieeornyt cSoufhnthodeaiory,GsIoefoilsldmSwyovrhtaDnoowmniatht?iobna.nana boxes, a roll of black bags and storage bags and then head

to Bakers Delight, just as
they are closing. (They very
generously donate whatever
is left on their shelves at the
end of each day to charity).
My amazing helper and I
load it all up.

From here I drive to
various places in Tauranga
and deliver to families/
community groups who may
just need that little extra to
help them through.

The money I received has
helped so much with petrol
and supplies for packaging,
as well as toward puppy
items for the puppies I was
fostering for the SPCA.

Thanks again
Kerri

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