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The weather was a scorcher – but the on-course action was just as hot in Otorohanga on Saturday. Firefighters from as far afield as West Auckland and Taranaki converged for the Otorohanga Volunteer Fire Brigade Combat Challenge. Competing across six categories based on age and experience, competitors wore full fire-fighting gear, including breathing apparatus, while racing the clock. Firefighters were challenged to complete tasks including climbing a four storey tower carrying a length of 70mm flaked hose weighing 19km, hoisting a 70mm hose coil those four storeys, using a 4kg to drive a beam 1.5m, extending a charged length of 45mm hose to knock down a disc and dragging a life sized dummy a distance of 30.5m. Among others, there were open men’s and women’s categories for those aged between 18-39, a category for men over 40, a relay category and a tandem category. Organiser of the day, Tony Russell – who has been a member of the Otorohanga brigade for seven years – described the day as “awesome”. He said while the word combat was part of the event’s title, camaraderie was a better word to describe it. “It’s the only sport I know of where you can race against a fellow firefighter and lose, but then that firefighter will turn around and offer you tips on how you can get faster. “The beauty of it too, is that people of all experience levels were there competing – from firefighters who have the combat challenge world championships in the United States in their sights - to first time entrants who were just giving it a go.” The tasks were designed to simulate the physical demands of real-life firefighting to the public, he said, and the activities drew the crowds. At any one time, there were up to 100 spectators taking in the action. He said the day also provided the perfect preparation for the 2020 UFBA National Firefighter Combat Challenge which happen in Wellington in May.

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Author Ceana Priest continues her series of suggested walks around Waipa by visiting Kakepuku Track. For more information go to wwwoutdoorkids.co.nz

This old volcano perched on lush countryside provides a great workout and luckily the amazing views compensate for the burning lungs. From the car park you stroll past farmland before the path starts to gently switchback up the mountain. The first section is relatively open with a steady incline and it’s not long before you get a bird’s-eye-view of the surrounding countryside. The trail has sections of clay which are slippery in winter or after rain, so for younger or less confident kids this might be better suited for a summer adventure. Walk through an avenue of ferns before the trail gets steeper. It’s about here little kids will probably ask for a piggy-back ride. A short flat section gives you some respite but then it’s back to getting stuck in with some stairs leading up the final stretch.

Letters Representation row

I am constantly approached by residents of Waipā, still concerned over elected councillors’ disregard for democratic policy with respect to, in my opinion, the illegal appointment of iwi representatives as verified by the Electoral Officer. It is a matter that can be considered in my opinion as ‘Election Fraud’. The unofficial appointment of individuals onto an elected council – not having been voted on by the people, yet paid and expected to make decisions on behalf of those people. Yet the councillors hide from their actions, hoping the people will just give up and turn a blind eye to it. Since they are not prepared to be held accountable for their blatant disregard to democracy, the matter has been referred to our two largest political bodies – Labour and National. Yet these two parties are not prepared to respond nor take action. It highlights the poor leadership of both respective parties. This clearly says to me that these two parties do not deserve to be in power this coming Election, and the residents of Waipā would do themselves a good service to consider alternative parties to give their vote to – consideration for a party that is prepared to understand New Zealand law and uphold the democratic rights of the people. We the people are not here to just hand over our money, just to be ignored. (Abridged) Hayden Woods Te Awamutu

At the junction turn left to the trig - which sits at 460 metres above sea level - and on a clear day take in the sights of all the region’s mountain peaks. This volcano was formed about 2.5 million years ago. The boardwalk under the trig loops back to the main path. Māori legend says the maunga was named by Tainui tohunga Rakataura in memory of the shape of his pregnant wife, Kahurere. This is also a Grade 2 Easy mountain bike path. But no bikes are allowed past the stairs for cultural reasons. Details: Facilities - There is a basic toilet a few minutes along the track. Time - Allow two to three hours return. Accessibility - This is a medium/hard adventure. The well graded paths are steep and slippery at times. The walk also includes boardwalk and steps.

Dogs - Dogs are not allowed on this adventure. Getting there - The car park is off Kakepuku Mountain Road approximately 15 minutes from Te Awamutu.

On the beat What if it’s your child? with Ryan Fleming

Last week I talked about bullying. This week I would like to cover off what to do if your child is the bully. All children are capable of bullying at some time and it’s important to respond in a calm and helpful manner. Many students engage in bullying for a short time only and then stop either because they realise it’s wrong, or they are supported to learn more appropriate behaviour. A small group of students continue to bully others over many years. Children who bully others need help and support to learn better ways of relating to others. If you think your child might be bullying others, here’s what you can do. Try to understand why your child may be behaving in this way. Ask them about what they think is going on and why they are bullying someone else – remember not to criticise, blame or judge. Think about any issues or problems your child might be experiencing that may be impacting on their behaviour. Your child may be having social or emotional problems they find hard to handle. They might feel pressured to take part in bullying to be accepted or so they don’t get bullied themselves. Ask them what they think might help them to stop bullying. Sometimes a student who bullies other children in one situation may be bullied themselves in another. Calmly explain what bullying is and

why it’s not acceptable. Talk about the other person’s feelings and help your child to understand what it is like for the person being bullied. Talk to them about what is acceptable behaviour. Discuss school rules and how you expect your child to behave. Tell your child that you do not support bullying, but that you do support them. Reassure them that you are ready to help and support them in putting a stop to bullying behaviour. Talk to your child about better ways to handle situations where they may act aggressively. For example, asking for help if they get frustrated, walking away to cool down, respecting others and being tolerant of people who are different from them. Remember that aggression can be a sign of anxiety. And on another note, On March 20 the Gumboot Friday Tractor Trek will be travelling through Te Awamutu to raise awareness of mental health for young people, especially in the rural areas. If you see a parade of tractors coming through, show your support. They are raising money to provide free counselling for any young person in need. To donate to this very worthy cause go to https://www. gumbootfridaytractortrek.org/

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Briefs

Waipā enjoyed its second substantial fall of rain in 2020 this week. The Waikato Regional Council recorded more than 10mm of rain before 7am Wednesday at Waitanguru, west of Te Kuiti, and was expecting considerably more there. The lack of rain prompted Waipā District Council restrict water use Te Awamutu, Pirongia and Ōhaupō.

Virus battle

Waipā schools are taking precautionary action as the country braces for more cases of Coronavirus. Hautapu school announced this week it was bringing forward its usual ‘flu-season’ procedures to help avoid the spread of any infectious disease.

Cracks in the pavement

The New Zealand Transport Agency has refused to explain an $80 million bill it faces to repair recently completed roadworks, because it wants to update a Minister first., Radio New Zealand has reported. There are cracks and rutting on expressways at Te Rapa and Ngaruawahia.

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Visitors to Waikato Museum in Hamilton will be the first in New Zealand to see an exhibition about dinosaurs. Dinosaur rEvolution: Secrets of Survival opens tomorrow and unveils the latest research about the dinosaurs. This exhibition uses life-sized animated models, skeletons, fossils and dig pits to show how dinosaurs evolved – and what is known about their appearance from fossils found in China, including the spikes, quills, protofeathers and feathers that covered their skin. The exhibition will run to June 14, and Waikato Museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm. For details and admission costs go to the waikatomuseum.co.nz website. More Briefs page 6

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Say you want a Reo-volution… New tuiara – students – were welcome to Te Wānanga o Aotearoa at a pōwhiri signalling the start of their te reo courses last week. Rod Barnett was one of about 50 tauira at the pōwhiri, and is enrolled in the Te Ara Reo Māori Level 2 programme as one of about 8000 people studying te reo Māori with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa nationwide. “I’ve got the bug,” he says. About 130 people are studying te reo Māori with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa in Te Awamutu, ranging from absolute beginners to the total immersion Level 5 Rōnakitanga ki te Reo Kairangi programme. Te Wānanga o Aotearoa provides about two thirds of all te reo Māori education in Aotearoa, with most courses full to capacity and about 500 on waiting lists. Chief executive Te Ururoa Flavell says the reo-volution is now undeniable and the benefits of learning te reo me ngā tikanga (language and culture) and mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) are many. “Learning te reo Māori creates understanding of aspects of te Ao Māori that surround us in our everyday lives,” he said. From our history, to place names, to knowing what to do when visiting marae, to tangihanga and how we commemorate those who have passed on are all a part of our bicultural heritage.” Those on waiting lists are being encouraged to enrol in one of the tikanga programmes at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa as they provide an ideal platform on which to build te reo skills.

Wānanga Kaiwhakahaere Ako (educational delivery manager) Keith Edwards, left, greets Rod Barnett at the pōwhiri welcoming new tauira (students) in Te Awamutu on Friday.

Countdown saves tree scheme By Jeremy Smith

An $800 grant has watered new life into the environmental efforts of

students at Te Awamutu’s St Patrick’s Catholic School. The money was given to the school as part of Countdown’s Growing For

Good grants scheme and allows it to continue work it undertakes as part of the Trees For Survival national programme.

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it costs for us to run the programme every year, and the children work really hard to fundraise what we need. “But for us to raise that $800 it is a really massive thing. It was looking like we would have had to pull out of Trees For Survival. Simply though, this means we can carry on for another year.” Paula said the intrinsic value of being part of the scheme is that the children become environmentally minded. “It really helps them understand the value of trees and how important it is for us to have them, particularly around our waterways – both urban and rural.” In the 10 years the school has been part of Trees For Survival, Paula estimated that by now the children would have had a hand in seeing thousands of trees planted in the community.

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The school’s Enviroschools lead teacher Paula Carr said until the grant came through this year, it was looking like the school may have had to exit the programme – one she said it has been part of for the past decade. But luckily, in 2020 St Patrick’s was among 34 schools and early childhood education centres nationwide which shared a total of $26,000 as part of this round of the Countdown grant. As part of the Trees For Survival scheme, the children – many of whom give up their time during their lunchtimes to care for the trees – raise the native seedlings and then plant them throughout the wider Te Awamutu community. The money will go towards buying the seeds, potting mix and other required supplies. “The $800 is about what

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into cardboard, paper and plastics and transported directly to the market. Glass recycling will continue to be taken to Auckland for processing. Braithwaite stressed the importance of recycled items being place in the right bin and that items were empty and clean. “Staff have to deal with and touch dirty recycling and contamination directly so it can be really unpleasant for them if people have put landfill items into their recycling bins. We have had several occasions where people have put dirty nappies into their recycling which staff then have to dispose of.” Recycling will be collected from the yellow and blue wheelie bins provided to households as part of Waipā’s recycling service. 'Residents are not permitted to drop off their recycling directly to the centre. For more information on what can and can’t go in your wheelie bin head to www. waipadc.govt.nz/recycling.

Festival plans take shape The Cambridge Autumn Festival starting later this month will feature comedy, Japanese cultural activities markets and Auckland jazz band Nairobi trio. The 12th annual free festival will run from March 27 to April 5. For the first time, the one-way section of Empire Street will be closed to traffic for The Main Street Carnival and Autumn Art Market on March 29 to host a stage, art stalls and The Art of the Electric Vehicle display. In celebration of Sister City, Bihoro in Japan, there will be a day of Japanese cultural activities including dressing in a kimono, origami, tea ceremony and kanji.

Cambridge Library is also taking part with two events for budding writers – “I have a novel in me” with author Julie Thomas and “Self-publishing for beginners” with fantasy fiction writer Trudi Caffell. Music lovers will get concerts from Nairobi Trio, Friday Night Blues with The Flaming Mudcats, the Heaven Bent Gospel Choir and classical music from Hammers and Horsehair with their performance “Three’s Company”. A comedy night at Five Stags will feature Ben Hurley, comedian/magician Jarred Fell and Lana Walters. For information and how to buy tickets, go to www.cambridgeautumnfestival.co.nz

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Big splash saves the day By Steph Bell-Jenkins

A substantial water donation last week saved Te Awamutu Primary School’s annual swimming sports day, which had been called off after the school pool level dropped too low. Students Eva Pivott, Connor Griffiths and Madison Cleaver were “really excited” to hear the event was back on. “I really like swimming because it’s fun and I like competing,” said Cleaver, who felt “quite bummed out” when the day was originally called off and had been crossing her fingers for rain. Three parents and a grandparent worked together to organise the 15,000-litre pool topup. Principal Sharon Griffiths said the pool had been closed because the water level had got too low to run the pump. “We chose not to top up our pool manually as we felt it was important to adhere to the level four water restrictions that are impacting on our community,” she said.

She was “extremely grateful” to the parents, who coordinated the donation from a private bore, and to the Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade, which transported the water for free. “Their efforts not only saved our swimming sports, but mean we can continue swimming lessons,” she said. “And being able to cool off in the pool really helps the kids focus on their learning.” The water came from an area out of town unaffected by water restrictions. This summer’s big dry has created further headaches at the school this month, halting a whole school repaint because buildings can’t be water-blasted. But Griffiths is upbeat, looking forward to the completion of the new “chateau grey and denim blue” paint scheme. “With new building going on around the school and the paint job half finished we’re looking a bit piecemeal at the moment,” she said. “But the school community has been amazing, and in four or five months we’re going to be looking tip-top.”

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Thousands attend farm days

An estimated 5500 people visited 45 farms last weekend during the country’s first national open farm day. Farms of all types and sizes participated, from high-country sheep stations in Otago to dairy farms in the Waikato and even an indoor, vertical microgreens producer in Wellington. A range of activities were on offer for visitors, said Open Farms founder Daniel Eb. “From compost making to bush and stream tours,

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The News has two copies of Waipa author Nicky Webber’s book In the Deep End – Book 2 to give away. To be in the draw to win, email your name and a contact number to editor@goodlocal.nz Entries close at 9am on Tuesday and we will notify the winners.

Fun Run

The annual Waipā Fun Run will be held on March 15 starting in Victoria Square, Cambridge, at 9am. The event, organised by St Peter’s Catholic School, includes 2k, 5k and 10k runs and walks. For more details go waipafunrun.co.nz

Plastics out

Fieldays says waste initiatives, including sorting for commercial composting, a Waste Partnership Scheme with large exhibitors and reducing single use plastic resulted in a 97 percent increase in compostable material being separated and composted correctly last year. The Society aims to roll out “Plastic Free Fieldays” by 2023.

Waipā tourism boom By Jeremy Smith

The “hidden gem” that is Waipā had the highest growth rate in New Zealand for tourism spend in the last year. The information is contained in Infometrics’ quarterly economic monitor released at Waipā District Council’s Strategic Planning and Policy Committee this week. Figures show tourism spend in the region grew 14 per cent in the 12 months to December 2019. Additionally, Waipā recorded the third highest economic growth rate in New Zealand, with 5.1 per cent. Tourism, business growth and the primary sector were the three major drivers. The figures were among “several other positives” in the report and Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce CEO Kris Anderson said the they spoke for themselves. “You can’t argue really,” he said, attributing them in part to several factors. He said they were a credit to both to the Council for the work it was doing in providing required infrastructure to facilitate future growth, and to the business community for its work in producing a “strong, productive and collaborative”

environment in the sector. “The Waikato region as a whole is well positioned. And the Waipā region has been a hidden gem for some time.” Mr Anderson said it was his opinion that even though tourism spend in particular was growing, it remained an “untapped resource” of sorts. “We already have thousands of tourists a year driving through Te Awamutu heading towards Waitomo. “It is already happening as we can see, and is on the increase but imagine what it would mean for town if we could tap into that and get even more people who are passing through stopping in town for even an hour or so.” In the primary sector, the report suggested meat and dairy prices will remain higher than previous years – with an expected additional $67m from the higher milk pay-out in the 2019/20 season is expected to flow into the region, The total pay-out currently estimated at $526m. The five fastest growing sectors for Waipā were health care and social assistance, construction, education and training, public administration and safety, accommodation and food services contributing 524 jobs to the district.

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Special screening of Smith's movie

Waikato motor racing legend Graeme Lawrence will host a special screening of a feature documentary about another Kiwi speedster next week. Ken Smith 60 years at the Wheel screens at the Tivoli in Cambridge on Wednesday. The film follows Smith’s 60th season – 2017-18 – which saw him race his F5000 in his 47th NZ Grand Prix and make his first trip to race at the Laguna Seca track in California. It also includes clips of Lawrence, 79, and Smith, 76, recalling their rivalry, lasts 90 minutes. Smith will also be at the 7pm screening. For more information go to www.filmfundy.co.nz/ken-smith60-years-at-the-wheel

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07 883 1195 671 State Highway 31, Otorohanga

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Land of Opportunity  Located on the outskirts of Otorohanga on Kawhia Road, this 183.2441 hectare dairy farm is a must see.  The property is in 5 titles, with 2 blocks, one on each side of the road with an underpass connecting the blocks.  Contour is mixed with plenty of flat and rolling with some steeper sidlings.  Milking about 360 cows (wintering 400 cows) and producing approximately 109,000 kgMS.

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What’s On… SPORTS & EXERCISE CLUBS Te Awamutu Athletic Club – Provides for children from 3 and up. Club nights are Tuesday from 5.30 pm, from 15 October through to March, during school terms. Based at the stadium (Velodrome). Info: 07 871 5257 / 027 621 6608 Te Awamutu BMX Club – Come along to the BMX Club on a Monday evening at 5.30 and talk to us about the sport of BMX. Info: Nick – 027 554 6627 Te Awamutu Small Bore Rifle club – The club meets at 7pm Tuesday night from March through to November. Come and learn to shoot in a safe environment. No gear required. Info: 07 871 4619 Twilight Bowls at Kihikihi Bowling Club, Monday evening, 5.30-7.30. Bring a team of four or we will put you in a team. Bowls can be supplied. This will be our last Twilight Bowls event for this season. We also have bowls Tuesday and Saturday for anyone wanting to try. Contact Dave on 8702006. Sporting Clays – Clay Target shooting open for practice 4pm till 7pm Tuesday Evenings. Phone Sean 0272220410 for details. Te Awamutu Bowling Club – Twilight bowls and dinner, Friday February 14. Two games of bowls followed by a meal, non members and beginners welcome. Registration 5.30pm. Contact person Judy Cato, 8715388. MUSIC CLUBS Rosetown Choristers – We rehearse Wednesdays 7.30 – 9.30pm in the Te Awamutu Baptist Church hall. New singers are assured of a warm welcome. Ability to hold a tune a must. Info: 07 870 4424 / 07 823 6797 Te Awamutu Brass Band – The band has a senior band and a learners group. The senior band practices on Mondays 7.30-8.30pm. Learners group practice is by arrangement on Mondays from 5.30-7.00pm Info: 07 871 5464 Kihikihi Ukulele Club – Fortnightly club nights for March 2020 are 3rd, 17th and 31st. The beginners group begins at 6pm and the advanced group at 7pm. Finish time is 8pm. Contact Angela 8702649 SOCIAL CLUBS Alcoholics Anonymous – If you drink that’s your problem. If you want to stop its ours. Weekly meetings held at the Presbyterian Church Hall, Mutu St at 8.00pm. Info: 07 871 2797 Helpline: 0800 229 6757 NZ Society of Genealogists – We are a friendly group of people, adsorbed in finding one more ancestor. Meet first Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm at St John Ambulance hall, Palmer St. Info; Christine Ball – 07 871 5827 Te Awamutu Interdenominational Morning Prayer – Our Christian Community from all Christian fellowships are worshiping for our Town and Nation. Held daily from

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SERVICES Monday-Friday 6.30-7.30am at the Baptist Building, 106 Teasdale Street. Info: 022 305 8353 Arthritis Support Group – Meetings on the 4th Wednesday of every month, 10.00am at the RSA, Alexandra St. Info: 07 871 4426 Te Awamutu Toastmasters – Every first and third Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Waipa District Council building, Bank St, Te Awamutu. Info: Katrina 0274 762 843. Te Awamutu Seriously Social Cycling Group – every Wednesday, leaving at 9.30am from the Mitre 10 carpark, Cambridge Road, Te Awamutu. Wear: bright clothing and a helmet. Includes a café stop at the end. All ages involved (30 to 80). All welcome. Info: Betsy 0274951138. Te Awamutu and Districts Highland Pipe Band – The band practices on Monday nights, 7.00pm to 9.00pm in the Hairini Hall, Rangioawhia Road. Tuition for pipers and drummers, from learners to those with more experience. All welcome. Info: 021 240 5275. Te Awamutu Quilters – meet every second Tuesday at Alma Brotherhoood Court, 28 Herbert St (opposite Moule St), Kihikihi. Session times are 9am-1pm and 6.30-9pm. Hand stitching, machine sewers, traditional, contemporary or art quilters - all levels of experience welcome – beginners, intermediate or experienced. Although quilting and patchwork are the club’s main focus many members are accomplished in several other crafts and all crafters are welcome to join. For any general enquiries or session dates please contact Sally 07 871 3125 Ratepayers Society Market Day – Aotea Domain,Sunday 2nd February from 9-12, local arts and crafts, produce, preserves, bric a brac, car boot sale.Info Sue Forsythe 0276482574 Te Awamutu Bridge Club - 888 Te Rahu Rd Weekly sessions: Monday evening 6.50pm play starts at 7pm, Tuesday Daytime 10.50am play starts at 11am (bring lunch), Wednesday evening 6.50pm play starts at 7pm, Friday afternoon 1.05pm play starts at 1.15pm. Youth Bridge 10yrs +, Tuesday 4pm-5.30pm (school term only) $10/term. Adult Lessons for beginners Thursday 6.50pm start 7pm. Tutor Sally Whitaker - 871 6570. Info Alison Snell - 871 6656 Rosebank Art Centre – A friendly group of local visual artists meeting at Churchill Street every Friday 9.30 – 1.00pm approx. New members of all levels welcome. For more info call in for a chat or contact Sue Gordon 871 3300 or 0274 849 143 Te Awamutu RSA Mahjong Club is an autonomous group affilliated to TARSA through membership subscriptions. This is a friendly social group that enjoys playing on Tuesday evenings at 7pm sharp and/or Friday afternoons at 1pm sharp at the RSA. A beginners course is coming up soon. For more information contact Robin Jackways 027 266 2259 or Pauline Chidlow 027 632 6733. Te Awamutu Community Menzshed – every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday clubrooms, 132 Raeburne St, 9.00am-12 noon. Woodwork, metalwork, vege gardening, toy making, painting or a place to socialise. Bring along your skills or come and learn off us. Info contact Bevian 027 570 3489. Kihikihi Police House and Temple Cottage Trust – Buildings are open each Wednesday from 1-3pm and on the first Sunday of each month from 10am to 3pm. School and community groups are welcome by appointment. The Police House is a Heritage NZ listed building (number 4331) and is listed on the Te Ara Wai Journeys. Contact Christine 027 498 9384 Kihikihi Car Boot Sale – Sunday 1st March starting at 9am. $5 per car. Cars can be parked adjacent to Temple Cottage and the Maori Women’s Welfare League house. Crazy about yarn – 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 10am-2pm, Baptist Hall. Spinning group, 4th Thursday of month 7pm in the Baptist Hall. Weaving group, 2nd Tuesday of month 7pm in the Baptist Hall. Celebrating our 50th year, we are looking for past members to attend our lunch on the 21st March. Contact Marie Brownlee phone 0272321964.

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Please let us know if you are coming Sponsored by Te Awamutu Dance Club

3.40pm

1.30pm 1.35pm Tue, Wed, 6.00pm 6.40pm 19 Mar 20 Mar

A wide variety of dances taught

(waltz, foxtrot,rumba,tango cha cha etc).

20 Mar

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FLEABAG (R16) Green Book (M) 2 hrs 25 mins

1 hr 52 mins

Sat, 7 MarSat,

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Bookings 823 5064 – 32 Lake Street, Cambridge

3.10pm

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FRIDAY MARCH 6, 2020

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