Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 1 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Arbor Care Ltd Ph 07 543 1775 NZ Arboricultural Assoc Approved Contractor T R E E S P E C I A L I S T S Community “Our very own gutsy little non-profit publication, for the Pyes Pa rural area.” Deadline for September 2023 Issue: Friday, Aug 25 August/Akuhata 2023 Page 2 Chocolate Gingerbread Pudding Page 9 Manawatia A Matariki! Page 17 Help Sharon Solve Her Mystery Page 21 Envirohub BOP Page 23 A Happy Cat Makes For A Healthy Cat
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 2 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx PLEASE TAKE NOTE! FRIDAY Newsletter articles and stories must be submitted on time, or miss the boat! Pyes Pa Foodie Gingerbread: Heat the butter and golden syrup in a small pot until smooth. Don’t let it get too hot. Sift both flours, cocoa, baking soda and spices into a large bowl then stir in the caster sugar and crystalized ginger. Whisk the eggs and milk together, then add the dry ingredients along with the butter and golden syrup. Fold everything together and pour into main baking dish. Bake for 35 minutes or until the middle bounces back when pressed lightly. Chocolate Salted Caramel Sauce 1 ½ cups caster sugar 2 tablespoons butter 1 ¼ cups cream, warm 1 ½ teaspoons salt 80 grams dark chocolate 72% cocoa - chopped roughly Put the caster sugar and ¼ cup warm water in a medium pot over a medium heat and whisk to start dissolving the sugar. Use a small pastry brush to brush down any sugar that gets stuck to the side of the pot to avoid burning. Bring to a simmer, giving the pot a gentle swirl now and again to help it heat evenly. As soon as the sugar is a golden colour – it will become white and crystalised, then start to clear and turn golden – add the cream in four lots, whisking hard after each addition. Take care as the caramel will froth up but keep whisking and it will settle down. Whisk in the chocolate, butter and salt to make a smooth glossy sauce. Pour into a clean jar or bowl and store in the fridge until ready to use. Reheat by microwaving briefly or on the stove top. by Jo Reid Chocolate Gingerbread Pudding with Chocolate Salted Caramel Slice Deadline for September issue is: Aug 25 2023 120 g diced butter at room temperature 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup golden syrup ½ teaspoon ground mixed spice 1 ¼ cup plain flour ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ½ cup self-raising flour 1 cup caster sugar ¼ cup cocoa ½ cup of roughly chopped crystalised ginger 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons ground ginger 1 cup milk To serve: Equipment: Chocolate (salted) 6 cup capacity ovenproof frying pan or dish Caramel sauce – see recipe below. Preheat oven to 170 degrees regular bake. Vanilla bean ice cream
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 3 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Hello everyone There is an old saying that goes like this: “The shoemaker always wears the worst shoes”. It seems to apply for many situations. One that irks me is at the local hospital - the nurses are pushed so hard that they are exhausted. There is a lot of heavy lifting of large patients. There is also a large contingent of Doctors that spend many hours being dragged from one patient to the next. It is a stressful environment. To me, the irony is that the hospital is full of caring people and yet the employer does not offer any support for the health and well-being of the workforce. If a staff member is ill or injured then they have to go to a General Practice Doctor, in their own time, to be treated. There is no provision in the hospital for a “walk-in” clinic for staff to get treated on the spot. So much for the staff being the “most valuable asset”! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In order to get inspiration for the cover picture of this issue, I looked back at the pictures that have been used for August in previous years. I had to re-use the picture from August 2019 because it sums up the hope that the weather can only get better when spring arrives. Keep safe Clyde Pyes Pa Community Newsletter Editor: Clyde Campbell 543 1477 Email: [email protected] Treasurer: Joyce Bonner: 544 5165 Assistant: Catherine Fitzpatrick 027 648 5650 We always welcome any new articles of up to 300 words so don’t hesitate to tell us your story. Please supply text as a Word Document and photos as .jpeg. 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. Advertisers please note ‘THE TIN’ Could you please place your adverts, copy and payments (along with your contact details) in an envelope and drop off at 414 Espresso Café 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 [email protected] Deadline for September 2023 Issue: Friday, Aug 25 Circulation: 1000 Delivered to the Pyes Pa rural area and other distribution sites. The Pyes Pa Community Newsletter is non-profit and is produced by volunteers. Any surplus funds are donated to Pyes Pa community organisations. 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% discount still applies. Clyde Campbell 543 1477, Joyce Bonner: 544 5165,
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 4 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx L ooking for an enjoyable way to meet new people? Give back to the community by signing up to volunteer at one of our charity shops or our depot for just 3.5 hours a week. Your volunteer work will help Waipuna Hospice deliver specialist palliative care to our community To sign up or learn more, please visit waipunahospice.org.nz/ volunteer or contact us on 07 552 4380 ext 219. JOIN OUR RETAIL TEAM AS A VOLUNTEER
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Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 6 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Does your Motorcycle or ATV need servicing? We service & repair all makes & models Free pickup & delivery if you mention this advert. Simon & Sherilyn Horne Phone: 575 8358 A/H: 027 238 1760 T erm three is well underway now; also marking that sometimes dreaded time of year . . . . Speeches! Students have been working hard on writing their speeches and they are all coming together wonderfully. Some are excited and some very nervous. Students are, however, excited to share their work with their classmates and teachers. A group of brave students participated in the ‘Tough Guy and Girl’ event in Tauranga last week. Conditions were perfect - rain the night before and the morning of the event helping to prepare the muddy grounds for the keen mudrunners! This welcomed curiosity and ambition while racing through the muddy course. They all ran hard, had a great time and are looking forward to doing it all again next year. This term, we have opened up and we welcomed new beginning students to our new New-Entrants’ class. The senior students help keep an eye on them during break times to ensure that they don’t get lost! We will be having our Mihi Whakatau next week to welcome the new families officially. by Bella and Cadence
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 7 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Do you wish to hold a celebration, event, activity or gathering? HALL HIRE CHARGES Returnable Bond: $500 Night: $300 Meetings: $30 an hour, negotiable EQUIPMENT HIRE (off premises) Chairs: $2 each Trestle tables: $10 each Hall hire includes full use of facilities. (No dishwasher, but microwave available) Contact: [email protected] AVAILABLE FOR HIRE PYES PA SETTLERS HALL MONEY MATTER$ by Nikki Blake ACC CoverPlus Extra A re you self-employed or a non-PAYE shareholder employee? If the answer is yes, then have you considered taking out ACC CoverPlus Extra? ACC CoverPlus Extra is a great alternative to the standard ACC CoverPlus product. ACC CoverPlus Extra is available to all self-employed and non-PAYE shareholder employees who work 30 hours or more per week – and also to those part-timers whose earnings exceed the ACC CoverPlus Extra minimum level (currently $34,679 per annum) Under ACC CoverPlus Extra you: • Negotiate your level of lost earnings cover • Receive 100% of this cover if you can’t work because of an injury, starting one week after your injury • Don’t have to prove loss of earnings when making a claim Under the standard ACC CoverPlus you: • Receive up to 80% of your previous year’s earnings (limits and conditions apply) • Weekly compensation is reduced if your business continues to generate income during your time off or if you return part-time • Must prove loss of earnings Given paying ACC levies is compulsory, it pays to look at the options available and make sure the cover you have chosen is the most suitable for you. For a full comparison of ACC Standard Cover and ACC CoverPlus Extra check out www.acc.co.nz/assets/business/acc4575-compare-coverplus-cpx.pdf. Have a chat to your tax advisor to see if ACC CoverPlus Extra might be a good option for you. Final note: if you’re already on ACC Coverplus Extra you must pay your levy invoice on time – if you don’t your CoverPlus Extra policy will be cancelled and your ACC cover will revert to Standard Cover. Seasoned Firewood! Bags of kindling available Free delivery Pyes Pa. Phone Kelly. Tree Removal BOP Ltd 021 107 4725 treeremovalbop.co.nz d`Emden Contracting 2017 Ltd Round Hay And Silage Bales Mulching ,Undersower Ground work, Log trailers Power Harrowing George Ph 0274 988 138 07 544 2137
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 8 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Your local Health Practitioner Health & well being naturally Kinesiology can help with: * Anxiety & sleep * Calmer emotional states * Decrease stress and physical pain * Better injury and sports recovery * Clarity & focus * Allergy support & testing * Digestion issues Diane Rosenberg is a Health Practitioner /Kinesiologist who holds workshops and runs her clinic from Pyes Pa For more information contact Diane Rosenberg 021 172 4624 [email protected] www.replenish.co.nz Justwood Joinery For all your WOODEN needs Front entrance doors, barn & stable doors, French doors, Bi-folds doors and windows, interior doors, wooden joinery maintenance, exterior wooden sashes (incl replacements) Justwood Joinery - Craftsmen in Wood 75 Keenan Road, RD3, Pyes Pa, Tauranga Phone: 07 543 0871, Mobile: 021 1667963 Web: www.justwood.co.nz Email: [email protected]
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 9 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx T his last month, we have had the opportunity to practise our te reo Māori and to observe the Maori New Year of Matariki. On session, we have been able to explore each of the stars in the Matariki cluster and talk about what they represent. Tupuarangi represents all the things that are found in the sky such as birds. Our tamariki made some excellent bird masks using collage materials. Waitī represents freshwater creatures such as tuna (eels) and so we made our very own by stuffing stockings and catching them in a hīnaki (trap). We remembered those of our family members who have passed away by writing their names on heart tags and hanging them on a remembrance tree - this is a tradition represented by the star named Pohutukawa. This culminated in an evening of celebration where our tamariki shared a meal and songs with their siblings, parents, grandparents, and other family members. It was followed by a treasure hunt in the dark with handmade lanterns. This event is a highlight of the Playcentre year and we just love it. Manawatia a Mātāriki! by Kim Kearney DINGOS R RUSS + LANDSCAPING + TRENCHING + AUGER WORK + BUCKET WORK + FIREWOOD DELIVERY Phone Russell: 0274 390 471 07 544 6209 Ten Years Experience, Ohauiti Local, Call For Free Quote A lot of the PAIN that you are dealing with is really only thoughts
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 10 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx A CG Tauranga is thrilled to welcome Sandeep Kaur as the new manager of their Early Learning School. “I am incredibly excited to be part of ACG Tauranga’s Early Learning School,” said Sandeep. “As soon as I stepped through the doors of the centre, I felt an immediate connection. The environment is wonderfully warm and nurturing, and it’s evident that the children love it here.” Sandeep believes firmly in the power of collaboration and teamwork. “By working together as a community, including kaiako, whānau, and children, we can foster positive relationships and create an environment that is conducive to holistic learning and growth.” “I believe that every child is unique and deserves the opportunity to thrive in a supportive and stimulating environment. I’ll be focused on building on the strong relationships that the centre has, with the kaiako, whānau, and ngā tamariki, thus continuing our commitment to providing a space where every child feels valued and empowered to explore, learn, and grow." Sandeep's commitment to providing a holistic and inclusive education aligns perfectly with the values of ACG Tauranga. With her leadership and expertise, the Early Learning School is poised to continue its commitment to excellence in early childhood education. Thea Kilian, ACG Tauranga Principal, is excited about the new addition to the team. “Our ACG community welcomes Sandeep warmly. Her passion, dedication, and belief in the potential of every child will undoubtedly make a significant impact on the lives of the young learners at ACG Tauranga’s Early Learning School.” For more information or to arrange a visit to the ACG Tauranga Early Learning School, please visit tauranga.acgedu.com. Building Strong Foundations: ACG Tauranga’s New Early Learning School Manager
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 11 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Licensed Agent REAA 2008 www.realityrealty.co.nz LTD Ben Louis AREINZ Ph: 07 543 0006 Mob: 027 275 8228 P O Box 3207, Greerton, 3142 [email protected] Licensed Agent REAA 2008 www.realityrealty.co.nz For a successful sale, without taking a big bite from the pie, talk to Ben Louis from Reality Realty. Being a local lifestyle owner, it is in my personal interest to achieve the best possible price. Proven for over 6 years that this does work, why would you pay more for the sale of your property? If you would like to know more then call me for a no-nonsense, no-strings-attached chat and/or look on my website. SMALL FEE... BIG SERVICE! Sale Value ($) Commission ($) 700,000 13,512.50 1,000,000 16,962.50 1,500,000 22,712.50 Local Agent
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 12 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Come in and see your local mechanic WOF Brakes 07 571 5221 Tyres Tune-ups 41B Whiore Ave Servicing Electrical The Lakes Trailer repairs Batteries Paul & Leoni Breakdowns [email protected]
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Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 14 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Free Community Bulletin Board TAURANGA SWIM SCHOOL Offers affordable swimming lessons from 6 months old through to adults and disability. Call Andrea Hm 544 2141 or 0272 868506. Check us out on Facebook.com/Tauranga Swim School. Book now - limited spaces. Meets on the first Wednesday of the month at Central Baptist Church Hall, cnr 13th Ave and Cameron Rd,1.30-3pm. Visitors are welcome. Monthly speaker and friendly club. Ph Sue 027 413 0150 Tauranga South Garden Club 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 FURNITURE, ELECTRICAL, CLOTHING, BRIC-A-BRAC www.bopvinnies.co.nz Greerton Hall Market Crafts, plants, produce, bric-a-brac. Stalls inside/outside. Discounts for community charity groups. Tea, coffee, snacks available. New stallholders always welcome. Stalls $12 per trestle table or outside space. Tricia/Gary 543 1487, 027 908 2952 facebook.com/greertonhallmarket FOOD GROWERS’ GROUP: Food Growers Group Casual friendly group in Pyes Pa and Oropi for everyone (beginner or expert) who enjoys, or wants to grow their own fruit and veges: For general information about the group and details of next meet please contact Christine 0274034757 or Jenny 0272036220 Badminton Club at Aquinas College Action Centre Mondays 7pm-9pm 3rd of May-27th September Senior players – all abilities welcome for fun, fitness or competition for further information contact Noel 027 622 9797 or visit taurangabadmintonclub.co.nz St Ledgers basement area Tauranga Racecourse 1383 Cameron Rd Training from 6pm - 7:30pm Tuesday and Thursday Ages from 7 and up Taekwondo - Now at the Racecourse For enquiries contact Brett Wright 0275 842 853 or [email protected] Next meet: Sunday 20 Aug - at 2pm Saturday August 26 O P E N 7 d a y s 1 1 a m t o 1 0 p m B . Y . O D I N E I N T A K E A W A Y S D E L I V E R Y 4 / 8 3 P y e s P a R d O R D E R O N L I N E P h 0 7 9 2 5 0 4 0 0 g r a c e o fi n d i a . c o . n z
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 15 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx FOR SALE: TIMBER AND PLYWOOD: For Sale Good Prices Ph 543 0047 COTTAGE FOR REMOVAL: 50sqm plus porch & laundry 15m². About 25yrs old & tidily appointed, 1 bedroom & is easy move. Situ. Lower Oropi Asking 40K Ph 021 968 042 FOR HIRE: Log Splitter For Hire: $95 per day, or log splitting available: Ph Paul 07 543 3042 Classified Advertisements Selling, Buying, Trading? Advertise from as little as $3 per 3 line advertisement. Please email adverts to Clyde at: [email protected] Adverts can be delivered to FOUR 14 ESPRESSO or to Renner Park Golf Club Include your money in an envelope with your advert and contact details please. Deadline is always the last Friday of the month and in your letterboxes by the first Friday of the following month All advertising enquiries to Joyce, ph 544 5165 GREERTON LIONS CLUB “serving our community” The club is seeking enthusiastic men and women of any age to join our active club. Check out our Facebook page or visit www.lionsclubs.org.nz/Clubs/202L/Zone-9/Greerton Contact Bill: 543 4423 My name Girish Singh I have experience – the last 22 years I have been the owner of a restaurant. I have spent the last 7 years in the Bay of Plenty. I know Indian authentic food very well and I have been in many countries in Europe (including Ukraine) from 2006 to 2015 and then I moved to New Zealand in 2016. I make North Indian and South Indian streetfood. We are here, new in Pyes Pa shopping centre. Please come and try our best Indian food. If you have any questions, please let us know. Thank you Grace of India Restaurant 4/83 Pyes Pa Road graceofindia.co.nz New Restaurant opens
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 16 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx Learn Technical Skills at Your Own Pace Tauranga Seniornet Club is here to help all Seniors in this ever changing world of Smart phones, Smart T.V.'s, on-line Banking, grocery shopping and much more. We are all Seniors ourselves, so you can work at your own pace and learn how to manage your devices and electronic tools. Our Coaches and learning buddies are here to help, and we try as much as possible to work one-onone with you. We all started back then, as newbies, so we know what it is like trying to master this new world of being on-line with Computers, Laptops, Tablets, iPads, Smart phones and iPhones. Keeping mentally active is reported as being as good as physically active. So, check our website - taurangaseniornet.co.nz - for classes, timetables and workshops. There is bound to be something that you would like to begin or follow up. Course fees will apply Seniornet classroom is at the Historic Village, access through the gate opposite the St John depot. For further information phone 5771912 or email -- [email protected] Email:[email protected]
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 17 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx T auranga City Council’s Commission has given the final green light to forge ahead with the most significant investment in community facilities the city may ever see. Te Manawataki o Te Papa – the heartbeat of Te Papa – the new civic precinct will see the development of a new library and community hub, civic whare (community meeting house), museum and exhibition gallery on the central city block bounded by Wharf, Willow, Harington and Durham streets in the city centre. Upgrades to Baycourt and Tauranga Art Gallery, along with associated landscape and waterfront improvements will also add to a greatly enhanced environment. At a late-July Council meeting, Commissioners approved proceeding with the full programme of works after considering the business case and financial strategy, and updated designs and costs. Commission Chair, Anne Tolley, says the business case tells a story of a city centre reimagined, and outlines clearly the significance and multitude of benefits that the transformative development will create for the city, its residents and wider subregion. “In economic terms, the business case tells us that Te Manawataki o Te Papa is expected to increase the present value of local and regional economic output by around $500 million, with wider benefits totalling a further $500 million over the life of the buildings,” she says. It’s expected that Te Manawataki o Te Papa will attract triple the number of visitors to the city centre, to 5,500 people a day, or 2,000,000 visits a year, by 2035. With a total approved project budget of $306.3 million, the financial strategy aims to ensure Council can keep to its commitment of capping community’s rates-funded debt to a maximum of $151.5 million. Council is making good progress already to secure additional funding for the transformational development, with TECT’s recent approval of a $21 million grant towards Te Manawataki o Te Papa – the Trust’s largest-ever contribution to a single project – representing a huge step towards achieving the project’s wider investment targets. Construction of Te Manawataki o Te Papa is expected to begin early next year. All going to plan, the full programme of works is expected to be completed by the end of 2028. Green light for new city centre precinct I don't remember exactly when I became aware of it, but, sometime in my teens, I ended up at a stream with friends, only about 20 metres from Pyes Pa Rd. It was on the left heading from Tauranga to Rotorua and memory tells me it wasn't that far out of Tauranga. I don't think it was getting close to the Gorge, but my memory could be lying - it is a long time ago now. I remember being surprised that I hadn't known about it already, but I was pleased to find out about it then. Like so much of New Zealand countryside, it was lovely, and just out of sight of the highway. If memory serves me well, there was space for 2 or 3 cars to park on the side of the road. So I keep wondering 'Where is it now, where has it gone?' There are no places to park now, and nowhere that resembles what I remember. So, what moved, the stream or the highway? This photo of the stream was taken in 1994. I suppose, in the meantime, the trees could have grown and disguised the area, but it was very rocky between the highway and the stream and I don't think that much could have grown there. Also, I have not seen a stream on my GPS that is close to the road. I grew up at the Mount but I live in rural Pyes Pa now and have become very curious as to what happened to the stream. I am hoping there will be locals who can shed some light on this mystery. Sharon Carter. Help Sharon solve her mystery
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Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 19 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx I visited the Canterbury region recently to learn about the environmental issues that it faces and how Environment Canterbury is responding to these challenges. In Timaru, we visited SPS Automation who have developed a prototype drone in partnership with Aeronavics Ltd that can help control the spread of wilding pines in rural areas. Using these advanced drones, one person can control 10 drones at once to map and precision spray 600 wilding pines an hour in remote locations. This is an extension of the drone technology that Regional Councils are using already to extend our monitoring capabilities - for example to check out flood damage on our rivers. In the same location in Timaru, South Pacific Sera Ltd are using advanced biotechnology to develop products and processes that lead to new treatments for animal (and human) diseases. These sorts of innovative companies exist across New Zealand and it was great to get this reminder that, although the issues that face us as a nation may be very challenging, we are progressing on many fronts to address them using good old kiwi ingenuity and ground breaking technology. With new technologies coming on stream all the time, the trick is to utilise the benefits while navigating the inherent risks that often come with these new frontiers of science. Artificial Intelligence (AI), for example, may offer huge benefits but we need a strong ethical framework to manage its use. I have had a number of discussions about the potential and risks of AI lately. It takes a bit of keeping up with. One farmer apparently dropped into a similar conversation and was very confused until he realised that it was not Artificial Insemination that was the topic! This caused a lot of laughter. And that is another great reminder that we need to look on the lighter side of life sometimes…. If you would like more information on the regional council or any other issue, contact me on [email protected] or ring me on 07 579-5150. Hi from Jane Nees, Your Bay of Plenty Regional Councilor Keeping up with Technology Sales and service agents for: Cub Cadet, MTD, Lawnmaster, Countax, Rover, Masport and more We Service and repair all makes and models New and used parts available in our shop Qualified Technician with over 30 years experience SMALL ENGINE SERVICE LTD 856a Oropi Rd Tauranga 021 886 359 [email protected]
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 20 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx D oes your community need extra camera surveillance to enhance public safety? Applications are now open for Western BoP District Council’s CCTV Fund, with $50,000 available. The fund is designed to prevent crime and deter anti-social behaviour by adding to the growing network of CCTV (closed circuit television) cameras around the District. Council’s Operations Manager Kerrie Little says it’s important that people feel safe in our District, and the CCTV Fund helps to achieve this. “We’re keen to work with the community to determine the most-needed locations for that added security. “So, if there’s a blind spot that needs some surveillance in your neighbourhood, please put an application in.” Kerrie says the fund has grown in popularity over its short life, with applications increasing from 2021 to 2022. That means that it is likely that some applications will miss out. “In the first two years of the fund we’ve installed 17 new cameras around the rohe. There have been some great applications that unfortunately missed out on the last funding rounds so we’d love for those groups to consider reapplying this year.” All applications will be considered by a panel including Councillors Rodney Joyce, Margaret Murray-Benge and Richard Crawford, Council’s Operations Manager Kerrie Little and a NZ Police representative. See westernbay.govt.nz/cctvfund for application forms and more information. Applications close at 5pm, Thursday 10 August 2023. Please note, applications to monitor private property will not be considered. About the fund For the last two years, Western Bay residents have been invited to apply to Council’s CCTV Fund for purchasing new CCTV cameras to help secure shared spaces across the rohe. The CCTV fund is an outcome from Council’s Long Term Plan 2021-2031, with our five Community Boards showing strong support for this initiative. The $50,000 fund runs for three years (total $150,000), with the last year being 2023. The continuation of the fund will be considered as part of the Long Term Plan 2024 - 34. DAWSON EARTHMOVING Ltd Fully Experienced Owner Operator • 12 & 16 Ton Excavators for Hire • Farm Drainage, Dams & Ponds • Tree Removal / Landscaping • Demolition / General Excavation • House Sites / Roading / Subdivision • Truck & Bulldozer Hire Mob: 0274 996249 A/h: 543 3451 Funding for more CCTV cameras available
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 21 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx E nvirohub BOP is a charity that encourages sustainable living and care for our environment. We would love local community support - especially for two of our projects: Specialist Recycling. We are a collection point for many items that end up in landfill currently. Some of the items that we recycle are #2 and #5 plastic lids (milk bottles, soda bottles etc) for our Precious Plastic project where we shred and melt the plastic to make new items such as earrings, clocks, swings and clipboards. We also collect aluminium lids (beer, wine, ring pulls etc) on behalf of the Lions Foundation to raise money for Kidney Kids Cancer Charity. Other items include, coffee pods (Nespresso Dolce Gusto), Printer Cartridges, vape products, Colgate toothpaste tubes and household batteries amongst others. Predator Free BOP – it is estimated that one rat will kill 50 native birds in its lifetime. We offer all residents of Tauranga and Western Bay a free rat trap and tunnel. We’d love to see a trap in every backyard. We also host a trap library for Tauranga Residents for larger pests such as Possums, Ferrets, Stoats, Hedgehogs, all of which are found in Pyes Pa. Traps may be taken on loan for free for a three-month period. Our Coordinator is a Bay Conservation Cadet Graduate and volunteer trapper for Otanewainuku Forest, so she has lots of experience and advice to offer. You can find us at 31B Glasgow Street, Tauranga. We are open each weekday 10am2pm. Please come and see us! Envirohub BOP
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Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 23 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx T he comfort level that your cat experiences within its environment is linked to its physical health, emotional wellbeing and behaviour. Addressing environmental needs is essential for your feline friends’ optimal wellbeing. How does it help? Less illness and fewer unwanted behaviours: easier handling, strengthened bond, reduced stress in multi-cat households and thus a HAPPIER CAT. Cats do not express clear signs of stress and anxiety making early recognition hard, it is often noticed only when they are exhibiting behaviour labelled as bad, inappropriate, or aggressive. 5 ways to ensuring a feline-friendly environment: Provide a safe space – igloo type beds, hammocks or boxes with an entry and exit point makes for excellent safe spots. Cats feel even safer when this is raised to benchtop or shelving height as they can then monitor the entire room. Provide several and separated resources – this includes food, water, toileting, scratching, play and sleep areas. A cat should have a choice for each resource – this is especially important in a multi-cat household as it would aid in lowering stress arising from having to compete for resources. Opportunity for predatory behaviour and play – allow the cat to express each aspect of the predatory sequence - stalk, chase, pounce - by providing play and feeding activities. Wand toys with fur and feathers on the end, laser toys, puzzle feeders and toys that contain food are great options. Consistent, positive and predictable human interaction - allow the cat to initiate and control the contact. A cat’s preferences determine how much that they like interaction such as petting, grooming, being picked up and sitting on a lap – owners should learn preferences to develop a strong bond. Respect the importance of the cat’s sense of smell – Cats use olfactory and pheromonal signals using scent marking by facial and body rubbing amongst others. This establishes the boundaries of their living area in which they feel safe and secure. We should be careful not to interfere by e.g. not cleaning areas that have been facially marked, and providing scratching areas that can be marked by the glands in the footpads. A happy cat makes for a healthy cat – is your home purrrfect? by Dr Melani Kuhler
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Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 25 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx 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. While we didn’t meet this month, many of us will be planning our gardens for the next season, preparing beds on fine days, or planting out garlic, shallots, asparagus or perhaps a new fruit tree. Winter is also a good time to hone your knowledge, so here are a few questions to get you thinking. Answers can be found at the bottom of the page. 1. Which vegetable has poisonous leaves but an edible stem? 2. Which fruit wears its seeds on the outside? 3. Bananas are a good source of which mineral? 4. Can you name a vegetable that is high in Vitamin K? 5. How many vegetables or fruits can you name that may be different colours such as orange, red/purple, yellow or green? 6. Which vegetables or fruits are known as the ‘three sisters’ ? 7. Can you unscramble the letters below to name a vegetable? a. Twocreens b. Chapins c. hitarecok If you'd like to share your successes - and failures - and learn from others, come and join us! Upcoming meetings: Sunday 20 August 2pm, Sunday 17 September 2pm To find out more or to join us, please contact Christine 0274034757 [email protected] or Jenny 0272036220 [email protected] OROPI AND PYES PA FOOD GROWERS GROUP by Christine 0274034757 1. Rhubarb, 2 – Answers strawberry, 3. potassium, 4 kale, 5, peppers, tomatoes, carrots (except for green), beetroot (except for green) 6. Corn, beans and squash 7. a. sweetcorn. b. spinach c. artichoke
Back issues of the Pyes Pa Newsletter 26 http://anyflip.com/bookcase/etrx • Processing of all Wild Game to your requirements • Home Killing service • Quality Smallgoods Located in Oropi MRMEATMAN Ph: Bruce 022 0774360 Email: [email protected] The real estate market is still very unsettled. The past six months have been about helping property owners out of their stressful predicaments. Most times, this doesn’t involve selling their homes either! There are some choices: - stay with friends or relatives while you rent your home out for 3 to 6 months - take in boarders or flatmates - a short term personal loan - a mortgage to be repaid upon the sale of their home (by caveat or bank letter) - convert to interest only - a mortgage ‘holiday’ - sell or trade-down items BUT selling could be the best option. It can be quite exciting, actually; you get to clean out all of the junk at last, repay or lower debt, finally do a bit of shopping, buy what the children and pets need, or take a much-needed holiday. Perhaps then you can rent a home short-term and get back on the property ladder at a lower level later, or - as some clients are doing – lease a home long term. The market is not expected to rise for a few more years, so there’s time to sort out the finances. It’ll mean compromising on location, quality, size of the home and land. You’ll survive. Life is not all about your home - it’s what’s in it. For a confidential chat, feel free to contact me on 027-473-5572 or email [email protected] and we can research some options for you. Tanya Dunham - TDRealty Ltd MREINZ Interior + Exterior Painting 021 0262 2561 [email protected] Property in the Bay from my Perspective
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