Good morning Sunners,

We're kicking it with some of the best today as we check out some world class athletes in action at the 34^th ITF Taekwon-Do New Zealand National Championships.

Instructor Christine Young training Kevin Elder before this weekend's tournament. Photo: Tracy Hardy.

About 400 competitors, aged seven to 57, are competing for the widely regarded annual fixture on July 26-27 at Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre.

Competitors range from novice to World Champions among yellow, blue and black belts.

Disciplines at the competition include sparring, power breaking (board breaking), special techniques, patterns and team events.

Some names to look out for are current and past world champions Carl Van Roon, Mark Trotter, Melissa Timperley and Estee Speirs.

Competition at Memorial Park runs 9am-4pm.

Sunday 27 July

Bay Bible Fellowship/Lord's Day

Welcome Bay Primary School Hall, 309 Welcome Bay Road 10am. Praise & worship. Lincoln Forlong teaching from Galatians 3:10-18 'Who guards sin's prisoners?” All welcome. www.baybiblefellowship.co.nz

Beekeeping Hobbyists

Meet at 501 Kaitemako Rd, Welcome Bay 2pm. Gordon 027 544 2882

Bible Seminars

Every Sun at Greerton Senior Citizen's Hall, Maitland St, Greerton 1.45pm. Title: 'Getting to know God.” Interactive, Q&A. Refreshments provided. All welcome. Vic 543 0504

BOP Branch Assn of Rationalists & Humanists

Meet at Alzheimer's NZ House, 116 13th Ave, Tauranga 1.30-3.30pm. Speaker: Lyn Coker, author & interpersonal & stress management consultant from Hamilton. Judi 576 6872

BOP Community Trails

Urban Mountain Bike Rides (guided). Last Sun of month. 9am summer daylight saving, 10am winter. From 17th Ave next to Village. 1.5 – 3 hours easy rides. $5pp. 027 297 1213 or [email protected] or FB BOP Community Trails.

BOP Linux Users

Bimonthly hands on day. Bring your computer for help with Linux & Open Source software. Arts & Crafts Centre (back room) cnr Elizabeth St & Glasgow St 9.30am – 3pm. $2 door charge. 578 6024 www.boplug.co.nz

BOP NZ Assn of Rationalists & Humanists

Meet last Sun of month at Alzheimer's NZ House, 116 13th Ave, Tauranga 1.30-3.30pm. Judi 576 6872

Czech School for Children

With Czech/Slovak background every Sun at Arataki Community Centre 10am - 12pm except school holidays. New members welcome. www.facebook.com/ceskyaslovenskyclubtauranga, email: [email protected] or Jana 579 3918.

Home Computer Club (Tga Inc)

Computer enthusiasts meet last Sun of month to share knowledge & experience at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St West 9.30am - 12.30pm approx. $3 door charge. Visitors welcome. 544 2067

Mix & Mingle Friendship Group 60+

Mixed company of singles 60+ that meet once a week for coffee, enjoy social dining & events. Email: [email protected] or 027 439 3267

Mount Mainstreet Farmers Market

Every Sun in Phoenix car park 9am - 1pm. Fresh fruit & veges, breads, cheese, oils, plants & more. All home grown & home made. 575 9911 mountmaunganui.org.nz

Nick: An Accidental Hero

An inspiring true story about an ordinary man overcoming extraordinary challenges. At Baycourt 7.30pm. www.baycourt.co.nz or 577 7188

Palm Beach Plaza Lions Market

On the grass by McDonalds 7am – 12.30pm. Stalls must be set up by 7.30am. Great range of goods for sale including fruit & vege, arts & crafts. Fundraising stalls to support needy causes. $10 per car space. 542 2559 a/hs

Petanque

Every Sun, Tues & Thurs at Cliff Rd 12.45pm. Boules available, tuition given. 1st 3 visits free. 578 3606

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Meet Sun & Thurs at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa 1.30pm, to sail electron & similar 3ft long yachts for fun. Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Rifle Range Public Open Day

Open to public on last Sun of the month. Range at end of Ngawaro Rd, at the TECT All Terrain Park 9am - 3pm. Some targets available to purchase, or bring your own. Must bring own ammo, shooting rests, ear muffs etc. Firearms license must be presented at registration area. $15pp (cash only). No cellphone coverage. www.deerstalkersbop.org.nz

Spiritual Centre, the Psychic Cafe

Creating a spiritual & psychic community at Greerton Community Hall, Greerton 7pm. Crystals, auras, mini workshops & more. Free refreshments. Door charge $10, everything else free. 578 7205

Tauranga Underwater Hockey Club

Baywave Aquatic Centre 12.30-1.30pm Juniors up to & including Year 10 students) 1.30-2.30pm Seniors (Year 11 - adults) meet every Sunday unless an event on at Baywave. Lance 027 287 4731 or 578 7573

Te Puke Spiritual Discussion Group

1st, 3rd & 5th Sun of month at Hair Linez, old railway Station, Jellicoe St 10.30-11.30am. $3 door. Meeting of spiritual minds, to learn & share with each other. Elaine 573 5361 or FB Hair Linez for details.

The Mikado

Presented by Tauranga Civic Choir at Bethlehem College 2pm. A truly interesting & memorable rendition of this famous comic opera.

Theosophical Society

'The search for Shamballa, City of Light” at Tauranga Yoga Club, Elizabeth St West 2pm. Entry by donation to cover costs. All welcome. June 576 6106

Weekend Activities for over 50's

Walks, dinners, movies, day trips & good times. Zeana 544 1513