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Lake Karapiro has been hosting the country’s biggest secondary school rowing event this week – and photographer Conrad Blind snapped this great shot of a Cambridge High School crew comprising Gabrielle Balsom, Ashley Bennett, Alyssa George, Poppy Benge, Katie Wood (cox) in action. See more pictures and story, Page 20.

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Well said, Alan I would like to pass my compliments and absolute agreement to Alan Hayward, (letters, March 18).

He has accurately described the faults that we find with the very distracting painted dots and ‘speed bumps’ and all manner of other strange things, supposedly there to improve safety especially around schools, but obviously creating more risk and confusion.

Overseas studies have shown very much that less is more, notably in Holland where taking the abundance of signs away increased driver concentration and hugely reduced slow speed ‘fender bender’ collisions and even more importantly pedestrian and cycle harm. Holland would seem to be even more cyclist absorbed than Cambridge. Perhaps there are some lessons here.

Why have these ‘experiments’ all been done at once? Certainly testing particular theories is a reasonable thing to do, but throwing the whole truck load of ‘thoughts that may do something’ around town cannot be good for anyone.

Visitors I have spoken to from

out of town were absolutely amazed that it was an authorised scheme and openly ridiculed us.

The recommendations from Alan Hayward should be given the utmost respect as the correct way to proceed.

Peter Tait Cambridge Not joining dots…

I must congratulate Alan Hayward on his letter ‘Driven to Distraction’ in last week’s Cambridge News .

I too find the colours on the road (had I painted them it would be called graffiti ) and all the other objects close by very distracting and therefore dangerous. Alan makes some very valid points regarding safety around school areas.

I know of an incident at one of the junctions freshly painted with large dots, where an elderly driver mistook a large dot for a roundabout and almost caused an accident by driving through a halt sign.

How much has this fruitless exercise cost and to what end?

Colin Morley Cambridge

Award winning country artist at April concert Cambridge Town & Country Music Club is holding its next monthly concert on Saturday April 10, featuring guest artist Trevor Stevens (pictured). The wellknown country star has amassed a swathe of awards over the years, taking the New Zealand Male Country Music Artist of the Year title twice, first in 2010 and again in 2012.

The April 10 concert will be held from 12.30pm to 4.30pm at the Hautapu Hall in Hautapu Rd, Cambridge.

Admission is $5 and includes afternoon tea. There will also be a live band and open mic – visitors are invited to bring chord charts if they want to sing/play.

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On the beat

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The facts about us…

This week it’s time to chat about Police responses.

I often get the feeling from conversations I have and reading comments on Facebook community pages, that people don’t widely understand how the Police response process works.

Some in the community develop negative views based on a difference between their expectation of how things will/should be dealt with and the actual process. Communication between Police and the community is key to helping address that, so this week I want to give you a bit of information around how we handle different types of reports.

When you call 111, depending on the nature of your incident, the job will be assigned a priority (P) level between 1 and 4. P1 status applies where actual threat to life or property is happening there and then, violence is being used or threatened, a serious offence/incident is in progress and offenders are present or leaving the scene, or there is a serious vehicle crash (persons trapped/serious injury).

This continues through P2, P3 to P4. P4 are calls where the dispatcher believes Police attendance is not or is no longer required (examples could be local information being provided by a caller or where someone was letting us know in advance they would be serving a court document-just in case things turned bad). We attend to jobs based on their priority and the associated response timeframes ranges from a few minutes to 24 hours as applicable.

Sometimes a unit is right around the corner from the location of a P1 or 2 job so can achieve a super speedy arrival, other times they may be patrolling in part of our Policing area, so will need to drive under lights and sirens to attend the job as quickly as possible. If all incident cars are busy responding to other jobs or are not close by to a P1 or 2 job, our dispatchers will call for other free and/or closer units to attend. This is where the team approach comes in and me, youth aid, traffic, highway patrol and commercial vehicle staff will put our hands up to help if we can.

We all work together to provide the best service possible.

If you are calling 105 to report a historic crime, whether an officer physically visits at the time or not will depend on what it is that has happened, whether there is evidence to collect (for example, an item left behind by the offender) and whether there is any information that points to the identity of the offender/s.

Police will personally attend all burglary reports (this includes thefts of items from within your private property boundaries).

In some cases, however, (for example historic shoplifting where the offender has long since left) all evidence can be gathered via phone, uploaded online or via the public counter at the Police station.

In this case, while the file is entered and will be assigned to an officer for subsequent investigation, there wouldn’t be the need for police attendance on the day it is reported. Any interaction with the 105 call taker/ Station Support Officer will ensure full information is gathered to allow a follow-up investigation to proceed where appropriate. A Police Acknowledgement Form (with reference number) will also be issued for insurance purposes or future reference. If you are unsure whether or when you should expect an officer to visit, don’t hesitate to ask when making your report.

If you have any topics you would like me to address in the column, let me know by emailing CambridgeCommunity Liaison @police.govt.nz.

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Briefs…

Bridge incident

Waipa District Council says it has alerted police to an incident where a wide vehicle crossed the high-level bridge in Cambridge last week.

A spokesperson said the council’s transportation team have looked through the CCTV footage of the bridge and have referred it to the police “to action”.

Finalists named

Three finalists have been announced in the Leader of the Year section of the Waipa Networks Business Awards for 2021. They are David Branch (Cambridge Raceway), Mark Morgan (Hamilton Airport) and Heather McEwan (Saasam Group). The full list can be seen at www. waipabusinessawards.co.nz

Sports trust opens new round

A new funding round through The Perago Trust opens next Thursday, offering support to talented athletes and breathing new life into the Trust after a year’s hiatus due to Covid-19.

The Trust has invested almost $150,000 in assisting 50 young sportsmen and women over the past decade, many of whom have gone on to make a career in their chosen sport.

Among its beneficiaries are Micah Wilkinson, who won a world title in sailing, cycling’s Commonwealth Games medallist Sam Gaze, and international cricketer Tim Siefert.

In 2012, Cambridge sporting personalities Jake Moreland and Kevin Burgess recognised the need for gifted young local athletes to receive extra assistance in funding

and on-going support in their journey to achieving at national, and hopefully international, level in their chosen sport.

They formed The Perago Trust, selecting trustees for their expertise and experience in the areas of accounting, sports management, sporting achievement, business management, health and wellbeing.

With Sir Patrick Hogan as Patron, and Sarah Ulmer and Rob Waddell as ambassadors, the trustees have been well-supported by local and national sporting organisations, businesses and the wider community.

Trustee Merv Ebbett said that like many organisations, The Perago Trust had been forced into hibernation due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Fortunately, supporters of the Trust have continued with their contributions.

“This allows us to call for funding applications from hard-working young local athletes who have kept up their training programmes throughout this unusual 12 months.

The funding round opens on April 1.”

The criteria, set by the Trust, for athletes applying for assistance includes winning national titles, showing potential to excel at international level, demonstrating commitment to their sport with specific goals, and they should be considered as an athlete with potential by their national body.

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Festival carnival day a triumph

Water row

Hautapu residents are upset with plans announced by Fonterra to build a wastewater plant on the grounds of the village’s fairy factory. They say it is too close to them and will lead to smells wafting into the area.

Mega Plant Swap

Cambridge Community Garden will host a “mega plant swap” at 4pm on Sunday. Residents can bring plants, produce, baking, preserves and even tools to swap. The event is expected to run for two hours and will include a barbecue.

Love thy Aucklander...

Auckland Unlimited and Hamilton and Waikato Tourism have launched a month-long joint venture campaign to encourage residents to enjoy experiences in their extended backyard.

The campaign based on the familiar expression ‘love thy neighbour’ is designed to encourage travel around the two regions during autumn by showcasing activities and attractions across five themes – nature, active breaks, family, relaxation and wellness, and food.

The ‘Butterfly’ stiltwalkers were a great hit.

Photo: Michael Jeans

Cambridge Autumn Festival Carnival Day returned with a bang last Sunday, with David McCathie, chairman of the Cambridge Autumn Festival, declaring it to be the “busiest we have ever had”.

He said a record 60 art market stalls, and the closure of Empire St into a pedestrian mall added to the success of the day. He also thanked local performers and businesses for their support, and said the Maadi Cup parade had been the ‘icing on the cake’ for festival organisers.

Guests at the official Autumn Festival Gala Opening Night heard the names of winners and runners-up in the festival’s 10th Short Story Competition, sponsored by Cooney Insurance in association with the Maurice Trapp Group, and the Photo Competition, sponsored by People

in Mind Ltd. David Cooney said 211 entries were received for the 2021 Short Story Competition, organised with the theme ‘Lockdown’. There were 18 Cambridge entries this year.

The judges were Venetia Sherson, Denise Irvine, Hamish Wright and Jill Carter, and first place went to Trish Veltman of Paraparaumu.

The Photo Competition was won for the second consecutive year by Derek Teague, who took first place with his photo ‘Faith in Reflection’. He shot the winning photo after throwing water from a bucket to create a wet, reflective surface.

A highly commended placing went to Cambridge’s Sophie Simonucci, for her image of Victoria Bridge.

Moreland said it was a relief to be able to resume after the hiatus caused

by Covid-19.

“There are still young men and women incurring huge costs in their chosen sport, usually funded by the bank of mum and dad,” he said.

“With the new round of funding opening on April 1, we are calling for people to get their applications in.”

Jake said the Trust was usually inundated with funding applications.

“In the event of that, we weight our selection to those athletes with a strong connection with Cambridge, principally because we get most of our support through local people.”

For more details go to www. peragotrust.org.nz.

Fun run comes with swathe of prizes

Winning a fabulous prize at the 10th anniversary Waipā Fun Run on Sunday might just be the best way to farewell a glorious March.

The month has been filled with an assortment of local activities.

Sunday’s community fun run, which starts at Victoria Square at 9am, comes with a raft of spot and other prizes, both goods and services. Included in the line-up are five nights of My Food Bag meals, $500 from Pure Services, sports shoes, a Fuji-Xerox camera kit, and more.

The event, which is organised annually by St Peter’s Catholic School, had to be pushed out from its original March 7 date because of a shift to Covid Level 2 alert in early March.

In 2014, St Peter’s took on Cambridge Lifeskills as a charity partner - $1 from each entry goes toward supporting the not-for-profit organisation - and in 2019 Lugtons came on board as the race sponsor.

The fun run is designed for competitors of all ages and physical fitness levels. It incorporates a 10km and 5km run and walk, a 2km School Challenge for year 3-8 students, and a 5km Team Challenge. Entry to the fun run is via www.waipafunrun.co.nz.

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Waipā is being asked what it thinks of having a Māori ward within its district council ranks for the 2022 elections. The News asked the Minister who prompted a key legislative change for her views – and gets the thoughts of a former councillor, who also explains her Māori lineage.

An important conversation Former councillor

By Hon Nanaia Mahuta Minister of Local Government

Like many councils around Aotearoa, Waipā District Council is embarking on a very important conversation about how its Māori communities could be represented at the council table after the next elections. The benefits of engaging with mana whenua have already been realised in Nga mana whenua on Waipa.

The Government recently changed the law to remove the divisive binding polls on Māori wards. This provision did not apply to the creation of general wards and constituencies and was viewed as a huge barrier to Māori representation. Councils will have until May 21 this year to decide on whether they wish to establish Māori wards and then can participate in the representation review process in time for the next local body elections.

No doubt the local discussion will be fuelled with emotive sentiment from all sides – an in many ways we should expect that because the history in the Waipā District is confronting when it comes to Māori issues. During the Waikato wars both Rangiaowhia and Orakau are stark reminders of how settlement in the district was established. While we all want to move forward, it’s important to understand why the advocacy for Māori

representation around council decision making tables has been steadfast.

Māori wards are the local government equivalent of the Māori parliamentary electorates. They ensure that electors who have chosen to be on the Māori electoral roll can also choose to vote for a Māori representative at the local level.

Councils need to include Māori in decision-making under the Local Government Act 2002 and as part of the Māori-Crown partnership under te Tiriti o Waitangi. Māori wards are one way to support this. Other Councils such as Hamilton and Waikato have introduced “Māngai Māori” who are selected to sit on decision-making committees such as audit, risk and finance. Diverse perspectives at the decision-making level makes for better outcomes that have the capacity to seek enduring solutions to difficult challenges such as heritage protection, growth and development, environmental restoration, economic opportunity, social cohesion, adaptation.

It’s important to remember that democracy doesn’t mean absolute majority rule. Minority interests need to be protected too. In this way, community views should inform councils’ decisions but not necessarily determine them.

Waipā is one of many councils taking a fresh look at Māori representation and that’s a good thing. At Waipā, one councillor position could be elected by those on the Māori electoral roll.

Data from the last Census shows that

nearly 15% of the Waipā population is Māori. Yet Māori have historically been underrepresented in local government here and across Aotearoa.

All issues are local and the quality of the conversations we create amongst diverse communities are vital. We all want our communities to be a safe place for our children to grow up in, with a thriving local economy and healthy environment.

Some of the key challenges facing this district are water, climate change, emergency preparedness and community wellbeing. Māori care about these issues deeply and can play an important role in developing solutions while keeping the whole community in the front of their mind.

As tangata whenua, Māori bring perspectives to decision-making that are not held by other parts of the community. Māori representation doesn’t take away from existing views: it is an ‘and-and’.

I think that Māori wards are an important tool for councils to consider when they think about the future of their district, how they make decisions, and how communities are represented.

Your views may differ. But that’s okay. I encourage everyone who lives, works or plays in Waipā to have a healthy debate on Māori representation.

This is an important conversation.

Take the time to listen to each other and understand other perspectives. Then let the council know what you think.

I look forward to hearing what you, together, decide.

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By Roy Pilott

Hours after the News reported last week it could find no Māori who had been elected to the Waipā District Council, Sue Milner put the record straight.

The former three term district councillor, who now chairs the Cambridge Community Board, is of Ngai Tahu and Te Aitanga Mahaki decent.

“Fellow councillors knew I was part Māori – I declined an opportunity to be part of the council’s iwi liaison because I am not local,” she explained.

The former councillor has been following the News’ coverage of the Māori ward issue as district councils review their options in a new theatre where their decisions cannot be overturned by a referendum.

She supports the idea of Waipā having a Māori ward - but added the rider that she would want local iwi to also support the ward and “put their best foot forward” by being involved in the nomination process.

Waipā District Council has launched a consultation process as part of its consideration for establishing a Māori ward having decided not to do so and instead appoint iwi representatives with voting rights on each of its four standing committees.

It prompted Cllr Hazel Barnes to suggest last week that councillors knew what the outcome was going to be, in reference to failed efforts by other councillors to establish wards.

The final decision now, though, will rest with councillors.

The consultation period runs to April 21 and information can be found at www.waipadc.govt.nz/our.../haveyoursay/maori-ward The link includes a presentation from the council’s iwi relations advisor Shane Te Ruki who says the Māori ward issue is the “number one discussion at the moment”.

“Māori wards - an opportunity for the display of treaty partnerships… there are lots of plusses; perhaps lots of negatives, who know?” he says.

“But most important is your voice – it’s time to make submissions.”

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Festival pickings still to come

The final few days of the Cambridge Autumn Festival is packed with events, many of them free to attend.

The Friday Night Blues concert at Te Awa Lifecare Village’s Woolshed centre features the Flaming Mudcats, a premier New Zealand Blues act that has released four albums and performed globally.

Two free-entry art experiences are open across both Saturday and Sunday. One is ‘Groundwork – Contemporary Sculpture’, an outdoor exhibition at St Peter’s Cambridge School grounds, and the other is the ‘Secret Spaces of Cambridge’ photographic exhibition at Te Awa’s historic Arnold Cottage.

Saturday will also see two different children’s puppet shows, and an afternoon matinee concert at The Woolshed featuring Dennis Derek Teague’s winning photograph in this year’s Autumn Festival Photo Competition. He achieved the reflection by throwing a bucket of water onto the ground, then entitled it ‘Faith in Reflection’.

Marsh and Brendan Dugan.

Cambridge Raceway hosts an R18 ‘A Night at the Races’ Drag Show on Saturday.

Sunday is all about the children, with a free Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Leamington Domain, made all the more delightful with the sounds of the Cambridge Brass and Bruised Brothers bands. Food and drink will be available to purchase, with the proceeds going to two playcentres and Cambridge Community House.

More details on the events are online at www.

Children’s puppeteer – Cambridge Museum manager Kathryn Parsons – introducing cambridgeautumnfestival.co.nz. young Toby Simpson and his mum Jo to the art of puppetry.

This Chinese Guzheng music/face changer had the crowd transfixed as he ‘magically’ changed the mask several times during the performance. Photo: Michael Jeans

The Japanese Wai Taiko Drummers thrilled with their precision performance.

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Eggs by the thousand…

By Viv Posselt

Thousands of Easter eggs collected

by BUPA St Kilda residents and friends, Lois Alexander and Pierre Syben, will be distributed to needy families by the Salvation Army.

Seventy-four-year-old Lois and Pierre, 96, spent several weeks during February and March visiting businesses to ask for donations of eggs. Last week, they estimated the final tally nudged 4000 eggs, significantly more than the 3500 eggs collected last year. The eggs were uplifted from BUPA St Kilda Village by Salvation

Army Cambridge Corps officers Aimee and Scott Noakes on March 17.

Pleased to have come to the end of this year’s collection, Lois and Pierre are planning a relaxing dinner out over Easter. They’re deeply grateful for the community’s support and said they will keep the initiative going for as long as they can.

“We have worked hard for the past three weeks, but it is all worth it to bring a smile to a child,” said Pierre.

Lois said: “The people of Cambridge are really friendly and supportive. I really enjoyed doing this again this year.”

Best friends Pierre Syben and Lois Alexander (left), with their 2021 Easter egg collection. With them are Salvation Army Cambridge Corps officers Aimee and Scott Noakes, BUPA St Kilda village manager Debbie Brown, and village assistant Maureen Pruden.

10-year-plan: lots of places to talk

Waipā residents are being given a host of opportunities to discuss the district’s 10-year plan proposals.

The Waipā District Council has unveiled plans to find $2 billion of spending over that time and use ratepayer funds to cover just under half of it.

Council staff will attend 10 community meetings and 13 events between now and April 27 to be available for questions from the public.

The council wants to approve the 2021-2031 plan on June 29 after public hearings on May 11 and 12.

Opening a 56-page consultation document Mayor Jim Mylchreest notes Waipā has become a desirable destination to live at a time when housing affordability has become a huge issue.

“New Zealand has also declared a climate change emergency, which impacts many parts of our business including stormwater management, management of water supply, roading, property, emergency management, and the issue of planning and building consents.

“However, there are many things we can do together to help reduce emissions, for example, recycling, waste minimisation, riparian and forestry planting, managing our fleet, promoting the use of cycleways and walkways, the management of our facilities and wastewater treat.”

He says he is confident “that we have set out a strong programme of work that will see our district continuing to thrive.”

Consultation details:

Community Events: - Saturday, 11-noon, Tour of Memorial Park, at the entranceway.

Monday, Te Awamutu main street (outside Pickle and Plum) 9.30am - 1.30pm; Tuesday, Cambridge main street, outside BNZ, 9.30am - 1.30pm; Wednesday, Pirongia Five Stags, 5.30pm – 7pm.

April 1, Te Awamutu Twilight Produce Market 2pm – 6pm; April 7, Ōhaupō Community Sport and Recreation Centre 5.30pm – 7.30pm; April 11, Cambridge Trash ‘N’ Treasure Market 8am – 1pm; April 14, Cambridge Library/Council foyer, Wilson Street 4.30pm – 6pm; April 16, Te Awamutu Library foyer, Selwyn Lane 4.30pm – 6pm; April 18, Tour of Lake Te Koo Utu, by the carpark, 11am – noon; April 19, Kihikihi main street, outside the Superette 9am – 1pm, April 21, Te Awamutu main street (outside Pickle and Plum) 10am – 1.30pm, April 22, Cambridge main street, outside BNZ, 10am – 1.30pm.

Community Group presentations - Tuesday, Te Awamutu Rotary 5.30pm; April 6, Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce; April 7, Cambridge Grey Power, Cambridge Community Centre, 1.30pm and Iwi Consultative Committee, Council Office, Te Awamutu 1.30pm and Cambridge Community Board, Council Office, Cambridge 6pm; April 12, Pirongia Community Association, Methodist Church, Crozier Street, 6pm; April 13, Te Awamutu Community Board Council Office, 6pm; April14, Kihikihi Residents And Ratepayers Association; April 15, Te Awamutu Grey Power; April 20, Cambridge Chamber Of Commerce, 6.30pm.

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Strength in numbers

How we’re rolling out the COVID-19 vaccine We have secured enough doses of the Pfizer vaccine for everyone 16 years and over in Aotearoa. Any vaccine’s strength is in numbers.

The more of us who get vaccinated, the stronger and safer we’ll all be.

It will give us more freedom in our daily lives, and more options for our whānau, our businesses and our country. Because when we roll up our own sleeves, we’re helping to protect all of us.

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The Pfizer vaccine is 95% effective when you receive both doses.

The vaccine will be free for everyone in the country. We have secured over 10 million doses of the Pfizer vaccine. That’s enough for all of New Zealand.

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New course expands care Waikato Hospital’s Women’s Health Service is establishing a Gynaecological Centre of Excellence which aims to improve the care and wellbeing of women across the Midland region.

The centrepiece is the new Midlands Advanced Laparscopic-Endometriosis Training Programme based at the hospital.

The launch of the course also coincides with Endometriosis Awareness Month.

Endometriosis is a common disease which affects 1-in-10 women in New Zealand and has significant impacts on their personal and professional lives. The predominant symptom is significant and debilitating pelvic pain with or without a period.

The aim of the course is to upskill surgeons from the Te Manawa Taki region, which comprises the Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Hauora Tairāwhiti, Taranaki and Waikato DHBs. Participants work through a year-long modular system culminating in individual proctorship and accreditation in Surgical Leadership through Sydney’s Macquarie University.

The first participants in the advanced training programme will start in May. Clinical Director of Gynaecology Dr Tava Mudzamiri says the programme aims to reduce the need for patients to travel to Waikato Hospital for specialised treatment.

“We realise there’s a gap in the skill level and we want to give Senior Medical Officers and consultants the expertise to look after women in their regions.”

Dr Mudzamiri says the ultimate goal is to produce leaders who can influence women’s health surgery in their DHBs.

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Anne’s a good sport, at 101

By Viv Posselt

It’s very likely that Anne Samuel started her 101st birthday on March 15th in much the same way she starts every day - tucking into a bowl of weetbix, ricies and banana … it’s the sports-loving centenarian’s way of supporting the All Blacks.

The rest of Anne’s Ides of March birthday was spent catching up with greatgrandchildren, hearing about their schooling and sports updates. There were 27 family members present for lunch at the Ranstead Rd farmhouse she has lived in for 62 years, and now shares with her son Mervyn and daughter-in-law, Ann (without an ‘e’).

Anne was born in Auckland on March 15, 1920, the ninth of 13 children. After leaving school, she went to work in an ammunition factory in Mt Eden and recalls an explosion that resulted in the death of a workmate and the injury of several others.

After meeting her husband Philip through her brother, the pair married in December 1951.

They went on to have four children, 13 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren, with another one expected in the winter. Philip died in 1998.

Sport and education always played an important role in Anne and her family’s life. In her younger years, she played sports

Anne Samuel and her son Mervyn pictured just before Anne’s 101st birthday. On the mantle are framed cards she received from Queen Elizabeth, Jacinda Ardern and NZ Governor General Dame Patsy Reddy on her centenary, celebrated just before lockdown.

with several clubs. “In typical humble fashion, she always gave credit to everyone else for her being in the team,” Mervyn said.

Her sister-in-law Joyce Guptill also played basketball and cricket, and the two were in the same marching teams.

Later on, providing her children with a good education and imparting that love of sports was a driving force in family life.

A typical weekend, he said, was watching two or three games of sports in different towns.

Two of their children, Gillian

and Gerald, went on to win Waikato honours; national honours include those accorded to her great-nephew, Black Cap Martin Guptill, nephew and rugby league star Sam Stewart, and hockey star Kate Ivory.

The family moved to Cambridge in 1958. Anne worked at Tracey’s sewing factory in town before taking a job in the laundry at Waikato Hospital until she retired.

In 1993, the couple whangai’d a granddaughter, who went on to become their first university

graduate.

Anne has fond memories of travelling to Australia, and with big families on both her and Philip’s sides, she went to great lengths to remember family birthdays. One count of first cousins numbered 108.

As her eyesight fades and the television screen gets bigger, one of Anne’s greatest pleasures remains watching sport.

Another is sitting in the sunshine on the rural property that has been home for over six decades.

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The Balloons over Waikato returned to Waipā after a Covid enforced absence to enthral hundreds in Te Awamutu’s Albert Park last Friday, and this great shot was among several sent to the News by the Te Awamutu Camera Club. The Waipā District Council said the event – which was the balloons’ first visit to Te Awamutu, was a big success. Aside from the balloon show and the chance to walk inside one, there was dancing to the live music, food stalls, face painting and the amusement rides. Goodwood School, Fencourt, celebrated winning a competition for a balloon visit.

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A survey of Waikato’s growing tech and innovation sector paints an optimistic picture, with 92 percent of the 50 respondents expecting their company performance to improve over the next three years.

The Tech and Innovation Sector Survey distributed in November 2020 by Waikato’s economic development agency Te Waka in partnership with Hamilton City Council, Gallagher and Cultivate IT, is part of a joint initiative aimed at building a better understanding of the size and shape of the sector, together with the perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing business in a COVID-19 environment.

“The technology and innovation sector in the Waikato region is strong and has significant growth prospects,” said Te Waka Chair, Hamish Bell. “The links between education, technology and innovation in the Waikato bring real benefits both to the development and funding ecosystem, but also to the ability to link those developments directly into industry – in particular in the advanced manufacturing, agri and food manufacturing and healthcare sectors where they accelerate competitive advantage.

“This work will help us build a better understanding of the current state and impact of the industry, and will enable us to better connect talent, opportunities and capital but also to more strategically focus

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our attention on accelerating development of the industry in the region”.

The survey suggests that - on a numbers basis - Waikato tech businesses are predominantly small, with 65 percent having turnover of $5 million or less. But 20 percent of respondents have revenues in excess of $20 million, with several far exceeding this level.

Gallagher CEO Kahl Betham says the size of the sector is very real and growing, with many playing in international markets.

Sixty one percent of respondents described the impact of Covid-19 on their business as high or very high, but the sector remains confident, with 57 percent expecting to recruit from one to ten people in the near future.

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Students from OneSchool Global’s Hamilton campus raised $5665 for the Thames and Cambridge Volunteer Fire Brigades and fire officer Richard Crease and chief fire office Don Gerrard (right) were on hand to collect the cheque for Cambridge. Students raised the funds through a sponsored climb of Mount Maunganui carrying a 25-metre hose. “Fundraising like this are an important part of enabling us to continue to support our local communities,” said Fire Officer Richard Crease. OneSchool’s Hamilton campus is in Eureka. For information about OneSchool Global, go to www.oneschoolglobal.com

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Fluoride call could mean changes

put in the yes category – but seven declined to give their own opinion.

A move to give the Director Philip Coles, a Waipā District General of Health the power councillor, at the time said he to determine whether fluoride supported the health sector being goes into water supplies has the the “appropriate official body to potential to create divisions in make this decision”.

Waikato.

The most vocal Only Hamilton City and opponent was Kane Waikato District fluoridate all their Titchener, now sitting Kane Titchener supplies. on the Te Awamutu The fluoride free website lists those Community Board, who was unhappy councils not fully fluoridating as Waipa, to see Local Government New Hauraki, Waitomo, Matamata-Piako, Zealand backing the move Otorohanga, Thames-Coromandel (apart to give decision making from Thames) and South Waikato (apart authority to health boards. from Tokoroa).

“The move by the The Government is picking up the government to make Health (Fluoridation of Drinking Water) fluoridation mandatory without the Amendment Bill introduced by the National community’s input is draconian and led government five years ago. completely unacceptable,” he said this week.

The Labour plan, though, would give “The current and previous governments responsibility for decision making to the have failed to front in order to answer Director-General of Health. questions or appear in debates with those National’s plan was to hand the decision people who have genuine concerns.” making to District Health Boards.

He suggested Health Minister Andrew Associate Health Minister Ayesha Verrall Little had reneged on an offer to debate the expects the bill to pass by the end of the issue. year. She says only around 2.3 million “The concerns which cannot be ignored New Zealanders have access to fluoridated include recently published peer reviewed drinking water. research regarding Fluoride’s effect on IQ. “Community water fluoridation is a Bashash, 2017, 2018 and Green, 2019 are proven public health measure that will make three major mother-child studies funded by a big difference to children’s wellbeing.”

US government agencies. The results of these As with the Māori ward issue confronting studies have shown a loss of about four IQ Waipā District councillors, when the News points in offspring for a range of 1 mg/litre canvassed council candidates in 2019 in of fluoride in mother’s urine. This is a typical Waipā and Ōtorohanga getting direct range for fluoridated areas of NZ. answers was not always successful.

“The community needs to stand up right Ten candidates were said they did not now and push back against this mandatory support fluoride in water. Four, including medical treatment.” two who gave qualified support, could be The Waikato DHB says it supports

By Roy Pilott

fluoridation “at accepted safe levels” being introduced into non-fluoridated reticulated drinking water supplies to increase access to fluoridated water.

In its position statement the board says: “the Waikato DHB agrees with the Ministry of Health that fluoridation of drinking water supplies is the most cost-effective population-based strategy to assist in the prevention of dental caries in communities of

over 1000 people.”

It says fluoridated water acts irrespectively of an individual’s behaviour, ethnic or socio-economic status and is effective in addressing “some of the inequalities that exist in the Waikato region, predominantly in the most vulnerable population groups”.

“Children from low socioeconomic status areas, Māori, and Pacific peoples experience poorer oral health outcomes compared to other population groups.

What Waipā’s mayor says...

Waipā mayor Jim Mylchreest says he is neither for or against puttnig fluoride in water.

But he is definitely opposed to the prospect of 67 local bodies going through the courts over the issue in the way South Taranaki did.

His former mayoral colleague in Hāwera, Ross Dunlop, saw his South Taranaki District Ccouncil taken to task on the fluoride issue in a battle lasting more than five years and costing the thick end of $400,000.

In June 2018 the Supreme Court ruled against anti-fluoride campaigners over the water supply stoush in Patea and Waverley. South Taranaki District Council spent $45,000 fighting the case, the Ministry of Health and District Health Boards chipped in with $340,000.

Jim Mylchreest told the News this week fluoride had never been considered in Waipā, or by the prevous borough council.

“It was not an issue for us and my stance was there was no point in raising it when we did not intend to add it – it would only have generated heat.”

That is why he supports the push from central government to take the decision making away from local bodies.

“It’s a sensible move – councillors do not have the knowledge and expertise to make such a call,” he said.

“I don’t disagree with Kane [Titchener, Te Awamutu Community Board member] that experts say their are risks, but we have to balance that with the benefits of fighting tooth decay.”

He said if the council was instructed to put fluoride into water, “we would abide by the natonal standards”.

“Let’s get the debate sorted – but not 67 times.”

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Vege time for preschoolers Three members of Cambridge Lions Club, helped by four Cambridge High School (CHS) year-12 students, spent St Patrick’s Day morning building a raised garden for BestStart Cambridge in Leamington.

The idea, said BestStart Cambridge manager Jaime Boulton, is to provide the pre-schoolers with an opportunity to grow their own vegetable garden, and then distribute the produce back to wherever it is needed.

“We asked the Lions to come and build the bed for us, so we can teach the children about doing something positive to help the community,” said Jaime.

She said Hamilton Lions Club member Tony Hunt – husband of BestStart staffer Tracey Hunt – had started the ball rolling when he knew what the centre was after. He asked the

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Cambridge Lions for help, and persuaded Hamilton PlaceMakers to donate the timber.

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taken on the building of the raised bed as one of its projects. “We do a fair amount with Cambridge High School, and four of their students came down to

Stepping up to Easter The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum is holding a ‘Seeds of Renewal’ event over Easter to celebrate the 30 years that have passed since Dorothy and John Wakeling started the rehabilitation of the former Tauwhare quarry.

The 17.5-hectare hillside site now contains more than 20,000 trees and shrubs representing flora from

many parts of the world. The first sculpture event was held in late 2003 when 47 sculptures were displayed in a fundraiser on behalf of Hospice Waikato. There are now more than 100 sculptures and installations in what is one of New Zealand’s largest outdoor galleries.

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The four Cambridge High students were Charles Tupaea, Jack McPhillips, Kaniye Williams and Jordan Hornell.

Wintec landscape construction students helped prepare a section of The Sculpture Park ahead of a special Easter event.

had recently helped build a pathway up to Nico Thompson’s Cross at the Sculpture Park. The renovation of the metal cross and access to it coincides with the ‘Seeds of Renewal’ taking place over the Easter Weekend.

“The event highlights the processes for renewing, renovating and restoring the land, the soil and the vegetation,” she said. “It also highlights the values of reusing materials for creative ideas and refurbishment of sculptures and installations that tell New Zealand stories.

“Visitors to the park over Easter can enjoy the 2km art-in-nature walk and choose from an exciting schedule of workshops and demonstrations. The Art-in Nature Arboretum Trust has invited presentations ranging from seed collection and the propagation of trees to soil improvement and organic gardening.”

She said that visitors could book for their walk and whatever workshop they wanted to attend over the fourday weekend. The Trust is charging the normal park entry fee, which will include the workshops visitors elect to attend.

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Our secret spaces revealed

Lucy Rowden has opened the shutters on her community project - Cambridge’s Secret Spaces.

As the News revealed last November, the photographer has worked with Cambridge Museum to uncover spaces which were once seen regularly in the community.

She staged an exhibition to coincide with the start of the town’s Autumn Festival last week, and also unveiled a couple of picture which juxtapose past and present.

Seven illutrations showed aspects of St Andrews Church, Cambridge Town Hall, Sanitorium Hill, Valmai hot house, the fuel bunker at Lake Te Koo Utu, The Cambridge Post Office and Masonic Hotel The project attracted $2300 funding from the Creative Communities Scheme, in

association with the Waipa District Council and Creative NZ. Lucy Rowden plans to gift the exhibition to the community once it closes.

“I couldn’t have done this exhibition without the support I received from the community,” she said.

“On the whole, people were excited and intrigued to hear about the project and share their memories of the spaces.”

She particularly appreciated the help received from Cambridge Museum and the generosity of the Te Awa Lifecare Village owners who allowed her to exhibit in their historical homestead, Arnold House.

She says she is looking forward to hearing more stories and memories from people as they come through.

Today a restaurant – but originally the Cambridge Post Office shown in another old and new compilation.

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FAITH IN WAIPĀ

Time to accept reality

Addicted to independence…

By Peter Matthews

In the foreword to the recently released United Nations Environment Programme report entitled ‘Making Peace with Nature’, the Secretary General of the UN, António Guterres, writes ‘Humanity is waging war on nature. The consequences of our recklessness are already apparent in human suffering, towering economic losses and the accelerating erosion of life on Earth.

Really?

Are we really waging war on nature?

It is true that the actions of humans are causing the problems but I think it’s a stretch to describe it as war.

Waging war implies an intent to destroy.

The reality of environmental collapse is more like attrition: ‘the process of reducing something’s strength or effectiveness through sustained attack or pressure’.

Anyway, whatever you like to call it, and whatever is causing it - the world is in a bit of a pickle right now. These are dark and challenging times - but haven’t they always been?

If you put a timeline of the last few millenia on the wall and chuck a dart at it, chances are you will hit a ‘dark and challenging’ period in history. Wars, famine, inter-tribal violence, disease, inequality, oppression, nature in freefall - it’s all there. And if you zoom in to any given community, anywhere in the world at the time, you will probably find people feeling that things are not as peaceful and comfortable as they would like.

The new UNEP report claims to be a scientific blueprint to tackle the climate, biodiversity, and pollution emergencies.

Big changes are needed, and huge amounts

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of money need to be diverted from the old way to the new. That is to say, away from unsustainable methods and technologies and towards renewable energy and sustainable practices.

The irony is that we, particularly in New Zealand, are not having a hard time. In fact things are pretty good.

We are being told we must change our ways, give up the good life and live more frugally, choose the more expensive but greener options at the supermarket, give up the big gas guzzling cars, recycle more, discard less.

But we’re all OK here, so why should we make our lives less comfortable to solve a problem we don’t necessarily have?

Good question, why indeed?

The answer is that the information comes from reliable sources. The weight of scientific opinion in support of the case for climate change is so far ahead of the opposing position as to make the latter trivial. Scientists, thinkers, writers, and leaders around the globe are almost unanimous: There is a problem. Have a look at www. unep.org and see whether you think that is a credible source of information. Many people believe many different things - not all proven, and yet it seems that so many people struggle to accept the reality of the challenges facing our planet today. Perhaps it’s not even that people don’t believe the science; perhaps for the most part they’re just not that bothered.

How to deal with that?

I was helping an individual address an addiction problem. I commended them for pursuing the “Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous” since, as with any compulsive addictive issue, owning the problem is a massive hurdle.

Admitting we are powerless to overcome the difficulty of addiction and that our life has become unmanageable is the first step in getting free - and staying free. The process moves along with the next proposed step encouraging us to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could ‘restore us to sanity’. That is a positive sounding proposition to me but does it go far enough?

I question this because the very next step encourages the turning of our will, over to the care of God ‘as we understand Him.’ God as we understand Him or perceive Him..?

Hold on a second… what about dealing with God for who He actually is? If my understanding or perception of God (or anything for that matter) is vague, or worse - completely skewed, I will end up with a grossly inaccurate view of reality. The common linking of God with a nebulous, impersonal ‘force’ or the ‘universe’ exemplifies perceiving God inaccurately. I know many will say “you can’t prove God and that there is no evidence for His existence”. I challenge that as you’ll see if you keep reading.

The atheist says there is no God… an overly-confident, dogmatic assertion in which the claimant essentially declares they know everything there is to be known. A pretty arrogant position. The agnostic takes a less dogmatic stance saying on the basis of evidence ‘you can’t know for sure.’ Interestingly enough our English word ‘ignorant’ derives from ‘agnostic’.

God’s evidence is everywhere if we are willing to see it. Recently I viewed photographs of biological micro-cellular structures that the naked eye could never have comprehended until technology revealed a world of indescribable beauty and order.

Where there’s creation - a ‘Creator’ is revealed. Where ‘order’ and structure exist, it required someone’s intentionality.

I’ve had the privilege of viewing some of the famous artworks in museums of Europe, among them the works of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.

In the Louvre behind bullet proof glass, hangs Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. It’s home since 1804. This painting along with many other works including Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling never attract comments as to how inexplicably the paint formed itself on surfaces exhibiting precise colour, design, and order. We accept design implies a ‘designer’. The painting reveals a painter.

How people marvel at nature’s majestic grandeur, the diverse beauty of creation, the wonder of the human body and say it just happened… defies reason. Thinking everything came from nothing is foolishness.

Random chance events never produce order.

I once tipped a bag of oranges out before an audience - spilling onto the floor it was clear the oranges were incapable of forming themselves into an orderly line, pattern or sequence.

Evidence revealing a personal, relational God is more than compelling… if we’ll surrender our addiction to independence, we’ll be convinced.

Yes, faith is needed…but it’s far from a leap in the dark.

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THE AGE OF REASON

Living long and prospering?

By Peter Carr

Sometimes writing about the ’oldies’ brings with it a feeling the folk of more advanced years do not care what others think, but prefer to take life as it comes.

Possibly they are buoyed by the fact that the advances presented by better health issues, the growing number of pills promoted by GP’s and innovative food choices (not to mention walking, cycling, Pilates and, dare I say it, blue pills that make promises of dreams that were once forgotten at 60) suddenly combine to produce a group of wrinklies that defy the Grim Reaper.

Nevertheless, we are there in the community, contributing, offering advice, giving sage thoughts to our younger family members, riding bikes, with or without battery propulsion, and even struggling into form-fitting Lycra to assist defying gravity, propulsion, water currents and even engaging in boxing activities. Yes folks – the oldies are leading the way towards the aura of achievable longevity.

This new nadir was brought home to me this week with my attendance at a legal presentation in South Auckland by a well-respected law firm. They were trying to assist their clients, and gain new business, from those of an age where some serious decisions were to be made. We learned that some household and family arrangements reveal that, as a nation, the proportion of family house ownership is at its lowest ebb since 1921. Intra-family arguments regarding the definition of gifts v loans are running rife. Older people are financially assisting younger people in their continual struggle to make progress and that should be very well and tightly defined if there is not to be multiple arguments later. We learned that since the 2019 legislation regarding Family Trusts there has been a mass exodus from what was once thought to be the ermine-lined bolthole protecting one’s hard-earned savings.

What really came to the fore was what constituted a de facto relationship. To achieve this state of mutual bliss one does not have to stay under a

common roof. ‘Living apart together’ constitutes a de facto understanding and even socialising regularly together may also bring one under the DF umbrella. An interesting reality named a Contracting Out Agreement and the use of the Property Relationship Act take precedent over one’s will.

All this combined to tell those who have, sadly, been cast adrift socially due to the demise or disappearance of one’s life-long partner, does not automatically produce close-together bliss without some over-riding legal layer of the ability of one’s family’s perception of who-gets-what at The End. It is a messy scene. Two people, technically living apart under separate roofs, each declaring single and separate pensions, are, to all intents and purposes, in reality de facto. So there is the proposition that some heavy-handed bureaucrat – or worst still, will-hungry family member, will wish to usurp that lovely relationship when one of the two people (who liked to hold hands in the movies) sadly departs this earth.

This was strongly brought home to me when a couple attending the seminar revealed that (her) 94 years old mother wishes to marry again. She is of sound mind and has every right to make her own decision. But the doubt the mental capacity of her intended new spouse. And where do they sit eventually, in the sharing out of the post-departure spoils?

This is a real muddle brought about by a multitude of inputs to these changing times. Health improvements, a move towards greater fitness, medical support and an approach to the frailty of marriage - in some respects, it’s incredibly sad but, like it or lump it, a reality that has to be faced.

Sometimes writing opinion pieces gives food for (some) thoughts that one does not necessarily wish to face.

Urwa Khan gets a lesson in archery from ‘Denis Darkfire’ (Dinesh Kumur), a member of the Kihikihi-based Wulfings Medieval Entertainers. Standing at the rear is Wulfings’ leader Geffrey Wulf (Geoff Boxell). Their offerings of ‘have-a-go’ archery lessons at the Cambridge Primary School gala last weekend proved very popular.

Meeting Muslims The Meet a Muslim campaign is to return to Waipā.

Imam Saba Al-Zafar said a nationwide tour is seeing Muslims invite people for a social chat over a coffee at a local cafe, talk to people on the streets, donate books to libraries, visit maraes and dignitaries.

“During this 21-day visit to every city of New Zealand, we are also hosting two exhibitions,” he said.

The first exhibition will be in Cambridge on Saturday and the second

in Auckland on Sunday.

“We have timed this nationwide tour to be around the second anniversary of the Christchurch Mosque attacks; to date we have completed the tour of the South Island which has been a great success.”

The exhibition will be held in the Cambridge Town Hall from 10am to 4m and feature three “Quran and terrorism” seminars – at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm – which will offer listeners opportunities to ask questions.

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OPEN DAY – 9:00am – 12:00pm We welcome all existing and interested parents to visit our school.

Senior children will take you on an informative guided tour of the school, while sharing with you their learning journey at Cambridge Primary.

Senior staff will be available for you to talk with and refreshments will be served.

JUNIOR PARENT INFORMATION EVENING 6:00pm – 7:30 pm

We warmly invite all parents of Pre-School children to an Information Evening being held at 6:00pm in Room 16.

Staff will share with you what Cambridge Primary School offers children from Years NE to Year 6. We will also present our Flying Start Pre-School Kit to assist children with a successful transition to their formal school years.

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THURSDAY MARCH 25, 2021

Mounted games riding in

Daredevil horsemanship will be on display in Cambridge over the Easter weekend when the New Zealand National Mounted Games Association (NZMGA) Individuals Championships come to town for the first time.

The event will be held from Friday through to Sunday at Cambridge Raceway.

Enjoying a wide global following, the mounted games discipline is fast and exciting, with riders and horses displaying agility, strength, speed and great hand-to-eye co-ordination. It is said to provide spectators with the sort of spectacle that appeals to everyone, whether interested in horses or not.

The NZMGA is headed by its Cambridge-based president, Jan Christensen.

He said there would be high-level competition in the Cambridge Raceway oval from 9am to about 5-6pm on each of the three days. The championships will end with a gala dinner, which effectively signs off on the season.

Results

Each year sees the National Championships run in Individual, Pairs and Teams competitions, generally held at different venues around the country. Competitions are run in age groups ranging from under 12-year-old ‘minis’, to veterans.

“Last year, it was in Canterbury, then it was supposed to be here in Cambridge last April, but that was cancelled because of Covid,” said Jan. “When we wanted to have another go at hosting it here, Cambridge Raceway came back on board straight away – with much the same offer on the table as for 2020.”

He said an agreement with the Cambridge Pony Club facilitated the use of their grounds as a campground during the championships.

“This is very exciting for Cambridge. Mounted games is an extreme sport. It is very fast and furious – ideal for spectators. The skills on display are amazing.”

The Mounted Games promise some fast and exciting action at the Cambridge Raceway this weekend.

The event is free to enter.

Cambridge High School sports results from the last week: Tennis, Waikato Secondary Schools Individual Champs, Senior Girls Singles, Mandi Portegys winner.

Cricket, Girls XI v Rototuna High School – Girls XI won by 28 runs, Junior XI v Hauraki Plains College – Hauraki Plains won by 5 wickets, Colts v St Johns College Colts – St Johns won by 96 runs, Second XI v Hamilton Boys High – Second XI won by 100 runs Futsal, Girls Navy 6 Hillcrest High School 1 Mountain Biking, North Island Mountain Biking Champs, Seana Gray – 1st U17 girls, Maui Morrision – 1st U17 boys, Caoilinn Gray – 1st U15 girls Swimming, Waikato Junior Championship, Olivia Emmett – 12 Golds, 2 Silvers, 1 bronze from 13 Individual events and 2 Club relays, Isobella OxtonDoubleday – 1 bronze in 200m Backstroke.

Water Polo, Girls A 13 Dio Development 0, Mixed A 8 Hillcrest 5, Mixed B 1 St Peters 5.

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IT’S TIME TO DECIDE WHAT’S NEXT FOR WAIPĀ FOR THE NEXT 10 YEARS

Consultation opens on 26 March 2021 and closes at 5pm on 27 April 2021.

Our Long Term Plan is Council’s most important planning tool that sets out what we plan to do over the next decade – and how it’ll be paid for.

It includes detailed information on the activities, services and projects we intend on delivering, when we will deliver them, where and how. It also includes the detail around our funding and financial management.

Ultimately, it tells you what your rates may look like for the next 10 years.

Over the next 10 years…

We are budgeting on spending

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THURSDAY MARCH 25, 2021

Adults, children had the X-factor More than 600 people turned out for a mystery adventure race, aimed at strengthening families and boosting the self-esteem of

The activities included leapfrog…

children, at Lake Te Koo Utu last Friday.

NZHL X-Race aims to have teams of an adult and child aged

6-14 race together against the clock and other family teams, to locate and complete 10 mystery challenges.

The event also raised $400 for the Child Cancer Foundation.

Darin Armstrong, owner of the Cambridge branch of New Zealand Home Loans (NZHL), said it was the sixth year the Cambridge branch had hosted the event, and he and his wife Rebecca have competed each year with their own children.

They have seen the event grow steadily.

Activities start with the curtainraiser “nippers” event, for the under-6-year-old siblings of children taking part in the main race.

The Nippers race is a mini version of the XRACE, run around a shortened course which included sack races and face painting.

The main event began at 6pm, when children teamed up with a parent – or a related adult – to complete a set of challenges.

The challenges ranged from physical trials such as leapfrog and paper plane flying, to mental memory tests and knowledgebased activities.

Every finisher received a medal, and there were trophies for age group winners, as well as the main prize of a pair of brand-new mountain bikes sponsored by NZHL. Some teams enjoyed the challenge of competing for an age-

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group trophy or even the overall win, but the majority of families were at X-Race to enjoy the family experience of being outdoors and working together as a team.

Athletes from High Performance Sport NZ also came along to join in the fun, with Brea Roderick,

… and a sack race.

Hannah Knighton, Sarah Walker and Jessie Smith providing great support and encouragement to competitors.

The evening ended with a BBQ sausage sizzle with all proceeds going to the Child Cancer Foundation.

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THURSDAY MARCH 25, 2021

Community pavilion opened

The newly-extended cricket pavilion – to be known as the Cambridge Real Estate Community Pavilion – was officially opened in Victoria Square last week.

Cambridge Cricket Association (CCA) chairman Simon Dodds said the building would be known by that

name for the duration of support from Cambridge Real Estate.

After thanking all those involved in bringing the $400,000 upgrade to fruition, he said the decision to make the venue a community pavilion had been taken part-way through the planning.

“We wanted the whole community to

Holding their refurbished wickets at the official opening of the extended pavilion on Victoria Square are, from left, Cricket Association chairman and PGG Wrightsons’ Simon Dodds, New Zealand cricket coach Grant Bradburn, Garry Thomas of Cambridge Design & Draughting Services, Frank Gies of Frank Gies Builder, Keith Parsons who heads up the pavilion fundraising committee and Shaun Fletcher, who trades as Heartwood Builders and Waipā District Mayor Jim Mylchreest.

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be involved. It is intended for use by our businesses, other sports clubs and for private functions.”

Attending the official opening was Waipā District Mayor Jim Mylchreest, Deputy Mayor Liz Stolwyk, councillors, and New Zealand cricket coach Grant Bradburn.

Before cutting the ribbon, Mr Mylchreest described the pavilion as a “fantastic asset and a real community effort”.

He said the first cricket match on the green had taken place 145 years ago, between a South Auckland army battalion and a Waikato battalion. “I think it was a draw,” he said.

“This is an ideal venue for your sesquicentennial, 150th anniversary. It gives you five years to iron out any bugs you may find.”

He also congratulated the CCA for what it does to promote cricket in Cambridge, from youngsters at school through to those playing at masters level.

The formalities ended with Grant Bradburn gifting refurbished wickets to business representatives, bearing the names of those involved in the project.

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Waipā District Mayor Jim Mylchreest cuts the ribbon at the newlyextended pavilion, watched by Cambridge Cricket Association chairman Simon Dodds.

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VEGE GARDEN Harvest pumpkins and store in a cool, dry place. Dig out potato crops and store in a cool, dark place. Kumara should be harvested before the first frost. Planting winter vegetables – cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, silverbeet, spinach and beetroot – in a raised garden will help with drainage. And don’t forget the slug bait. Any areas not planted should be sown with mustard or lupin as green crop to help add nutrients into the soil for spring.

FRUIT Once pip and stonefruit have lost their leaves, you can prune. Follow up immediately with a spray of copper to protect against leaf curl, black spot, leaf spot and blight. Prune feijoa bushes following the fruit harvest.

FLOWER GARDEN Time to replace summer annuals with winter owers, such as primula, polyanthus, pansy and viola, dianthus and Iceland poppies. Sweet peas planted now in a sunny spot will flower in spring. Ensure spring bulbs are all planted now. Autumn is a good time to plant new shrubs, such as camellias and rhododendrons. Planted now, they establish before winter and will perform better in the spring.

LAWNS Now is the best time to put down a new lawn, as you will get less weed growth. Tur x weed spray will control weeds in existing lawns and a top dress with a slow-release lawn fertiliser will green the lawn without strong leaf growth.

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Waipā chases Maadi success Waipā schools have featured prominently in this year’s Maadi Cup regatta at Lake Karapiro.

When this edition went to press St Peter›s Cambridge had qualified three boats into the A final - U15 Boys Double, U15 Girls Octuple and U17 Boys Quad.

Cambridge High also saw a significant number of combinations progress.

Megan Glenn, Assistant Director of Rowing at the St Peter’s Cambridge, said race conditions had been good with little to no wind, with any wind being a helpful tail breeze.

The school had also qualified 10 boats into the semi-finals to be raced today and a further 17 boats raced in repechages yesterday.

Cambridge High School have also enjoyed a successful

start to the regatta with six crews winning their heats and securing a position in a semi-final.

These crews included the Boys U18 double, the Girls U17 coxed quad, the Girls U17 single, the Girls U16 single, the Girls U15 coxed quad and the Girls U15 double.

Fifteen other crews progressed through to a repechage.

Te Awamutu College’s Sam Shaw qualified for the repechage in under 16 single scull after finishing fifth in his heat.

The College’s only other representatives, Katie Dale and Keita Koroheke competed in the heats of the double scull heats.

Semi-finals were being race today, and finals are tomorrow and Saturday.

Ashley Bennet and Alyssa George raced for Cambridge High.

St Peter’s Cambridge Under 16 Boys fours – from left, Rua O’Reilly, Sean Watkins, Caleb Blind, Archie Hazlett and coxswain Brogen Draper.

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Reds set for Northern League campaign Cambridge start their 2021 Northern League football campaign this weekend after a successful string of pre-season friendly results against top regional competitors.

But with the Covid shadow hanging over sport, their Saturday opponents and venue in Auckland were only confirmed at the start of this week – it’s Oratia United.

The Reds finished midtable in the Lotto NRFL second division last year, a season disrupted by the pandemic, and coach Paul Richardson plans to be challenging the top sides this year.

Over summer he has signed new players and brought through some of the club’s promising youngsters.

One of those, 17-year-old Aston Hurd, scored twice in Cambridge’s last pre-season win, a 4-2 victory against WaiBop Premiership side Matamata Swifts at John Kerkhof Park.

Ewan Bussey also scored a pair with two terrific strikes.

With Cambridge leading 3-0, Richardson experimented, trialling young debutant Connor Perrot and trying a new full back combination of Josh Nooyen and newcomer Jasom Khatkar, both of whom performed well.

Jamie Woodlock dictated play in central midfield, ably assisted by Marc Glenister and Bradley Rea. Cambridge created most of their threatening attacks out wide through Michael Cosgrave and Bussey.

New signings Tevin Luther-

Josh Nooijen impressed in a new full back role for the Reds.

Smith and Tom O’Leary provided late cameos, helping to control the game’s latter stages.

Another signing, striker Davy Smith, who has top-scored for the Reds in pre-season, was rested for the game, while Kieran Hill and Thomas Purves sat out the last friendly due to injuries.

Meanwhile, a youthful Cambridge reserve side swept aside Swifts’ second string 4-1 and could have potentially run into double figures without the heroics of the

Swifts keeper who saved a penalty and produced three one-on-one point-blank saves.

For Cambridge, player-coach Colin Coster scored a hat-trick while the fourth was scored by Ben Dixon.

This was an outstanding display from a team with an average age of 18, and who seem to have improved each week during pre-season, having won all their warm-up games.

Head coach Richardson said

Morgan Montrose, Matt Kovak and James Wilkinson all gave promising performances on debut.

Sam Reidy played well at fullback in his progression from the federation team and young Joseph Koh also had a solid debut.

Ahead of their Waikato division four season, Cambridge D2s continued their winning pre-season form with a comfortable win against last season’s division title winner, Northern United.

Andrew Myers scored his

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Yash Niewiadomski scored Cambridge’s fourth, volleying home a lofted cross.

Coach Cole van den Beuken says he’s delighted with the team’s preparation.

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Harness Jewels to return in June

The Harness Jewels will return to Cambridge Raceway on Queen’s Birthday weekend.

The feature race meeting will be on a Sunday, June 6.

This season defining event, crowning harness racing’s champions, features the best age group races for pacers and trotters, with nine Group One races over 1609m worth $900,000 in total stakes money.

“We’re really excited to have this iconic race meeting back in Cambridge,” Cambridge Raceway CEO Dave Branch said.

Equine airfreight company IRT are sponsoring this event for the second time.

“It’s a brilliant showcase

of our industry and a great event for our Cambridge and Waipā community to enjoy and we’re looking forward to celebrating after a tough year.”

Cambridge Raceway was set to hold the 2020 edition of the Harness Jewels last May, but the event was cancelled due to Covid-19.

The Harness Jewels, which traditionally alternate annually between the North and South Islands, were last run at Cambridge Raceway in 2018 and then in Christchurch in 2019.

“We were really proud of what we achieved at the 2018 event,” Branch said. “We had over 4,000 guests on course which created an amazing

atmosphere to compliment the top-quality racing on the track.

“This year we’re aiming even higher with a range of experiences to light up the senses and hospitality options to impress and entertain.”

“We know from 2018 that our hospitality packages will sell out again,” Branch said. “So this year we have a focus on improving the GA experience with the aim of getting another 1,000 people on course.”

Supporting the race meeting will be a golf day on June 4 at the Cambridge Golf Course and a June 5 evening hosted by racing journalist Michael Guerin.

The Harness Jewels attracted a 4000-strong crowd in 2018.

Home run for Rocket Spade

New Zealand Derby winner Rocket Spade is likely to be seen in action at Tauranga this weekend, where the Group One winner will step out over a mile for trainers Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott.

The three-year-old colt is being readied for a tilt at the Gr.1 Australian Derby (2400m), which will now be run on April 10 at Randwick. The remainder of the Sydney Autumn Carnival has been pushed back a week due to heavy rain over the past eight days.

“He pulled up really well from his New

Zealand Derby win,” O’Sullivan said.

“He’s just carried on as per normal as if it was any race in his prep, so Andrew and I are delighted with the way he’s come through it.

“He will now race this Saturday at Tauranga in the three-year-old mile or the Japan Trophy (Gr.2, 1600m) with a preference to the three-year-old race.”

Rocket Spade was originally pencilled in to trial at Taupo on Tuesday, but those trials were transferred to the Cambridge Synthetic after the Taupo track was deemed too firm.

Rocket Spade wins the Auckland Guineas on New Year’s Day.

The Matamata horseman has cautioned punters that Saturday’s race is not a target as the stable attempt to have the colt peak again for the Australian Derby.

“I’d be very surprised if he figured in the finish on Saturday, he’s being prepared to run a mile and half,” O’Sullivan said.

“After coming off a Derby prep, it’s very difficult to see him running a sharp mile around Tauranga. It’s a race that has been added because of the Sydney carnival being pushed back a week. We just felt it was too far in between runs and we didn’t want to trial him on the synthetic track.

“The grand final was the New Zealand Derby and it was always going to be.

Anything beyond that is a bonus. He has won his Derby and that was the original plan.

Stablemate Force Of Will could clash with Rocket Spade at Tauranga, as her trainers navigate the most suitable path towards the Gr.1 Vinery Stud Stakes (2000m), which will now take place on April 3 at Rosehill, with her trainers hoping for drying weather in Sydney between now and then.

A winner of four of her five starts, Force Of Will has never been tried on rain-affected going and her wet track ability will not be tested this week, with the Tauranga surface likely to be good.

“I suppose with Force of Will in Sydney, it does put a question mark on her — we think that on top of the ground she’s far better,” O’Sullivan said.

“We hope to take her to Tauranga and do something with her, whether we race her or gallop her between races, we’re not 100 percent sure.”

The star jockey turned Group One trainer said having a horse that can handle rainaffected conditions is a big asset when looking towards Sydney autumn campaigns.

O’Sullivan confirmed that veteran stayer Charles Road remained on a path towards the Gr.2 Chairman’s Quality (2600m) at Randwick on April 10 after his gallant runner-up finish in the Gr.1 Auckland Cup (3200m).

“The plan was to get him across and run him in the Chairman’s which is a race he was successful in three years back.” – NZ Racing Desk

Tiley’s change

Pukekohe trainer Nigel Tiley will downsize his team at the end of May to concentrate on training just those horses he has an ownership interest in.

The former topline jockey said the change in focus is coming largely so he and his wife Lee can spend their winters in Queensland. “…She’s had some circulation problems so it’s imperative she has a warm climate in winter,” Tiley said.

Tiley has informed most of his stable owners of the plan, which will result in him relinquishing on-course stabling at Pukekohe and further developing his home property which is near the course.

“I’ll hang on to one or two of the older horses that we’ve got there now, like Demonetization, that have been there since they were young horses,” Tiley said. “It’s not fair to send the older horses anywhere else.”

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Fun weekend ahead as Holi festival kicks off T

he festival of colours, Holi, is the most vibrant of all Hindu festivals but is a tradition that is becoming more popular across the world and especially here in New Zealand.

This event marks the end of winter in India and is a sign to welcome in the spring season.

On the day, people play with colours, meet, and greet one another and create new beginnings.

But do you know the real reason why Holi is celebrated?

Holi has been celebrated in India for centuries, with poems documenting celebrations dating back to the 4th century and although traditionally it is seen as a Hindu festival it has been embraced by all Indians and other Asian groups over time.

The event marks the beginning of spring after a long winter, symbolic of the triumph of good over evil.

On the eve of the traditional

festival, large bonfires are lit to signify the burning of evil spirits.

The next day entire streets and towns turn red, green, and yellow as people throw colored powder into the air and splash them on others.

Each color carries a meaning, Red, for example, symbolizes love and fertility while green stands for new beginnings.

Each color carries a meaning, Red, for example, symbolizes love and fertility while green stands for new beginnings.

But the festival has found itself spreading across the world as Holi has become increasingly popular outside of India — in large part because of the millions of Indians and other

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As with Diwali, another Indian festival, communities with South Asian heritage living abroad often get together to celebrate Holi.

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YoungAT eart H Young Cambridge offers a huge variety of groups, activities, classes and services for older people, so whether you’d like to brush up on your driving skills – and enjoy a free lunch into the bargain – or take an exercise class to help you stay stronger for longer, we hope you will enjoy the ideas and inspiration on offer in this month’s Young at Heart feature.

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Make this the year for bold conversations Pre-plan for your funeral and prepay it to lessen the stress and financial burden on your family

Jim Goddin of Grinters Funeral Home.

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eath and dying is not always a subject that people want to think or talk about, however when the time comes it could make life easier for those left grieving if some pre-planning has been committed to paper.

The death of someone close can bring great sadness, emotional turmoil, and stress.

Grieving families have a lot to deal with and organise, as well as many decisions to make.

Increasingly, people are planning their own funerals, mainly to lessen the responsibilities for the family at such a difficult time.

If you would like a copy of Grinter’s Funeral Home’s PreArrangement Form, get in touch and we can make a time to go through

everything with you (either at your place or ours).

Thinking about your own funeral plans may seem odd to some but it is on the increase as a practice.

There is satisfaction in knowing your affairs are in order and your family will not experience extra distress at this difficult time.

As many funeral directors will tell you, it is not unusual for the grieving family to be unaware of the deceased’s funeral wishes.

Prearranging and/or

prepaying your funeral means your wishes about how you would like things to be at your funeral are known and respected.

The money is protected in a separate funeral trust and can be accessed by Grinter’s Funeral Home.

Grinter’s Funeral Home will arrange for the costs of the funeral to be paid from your prepayment.

If any money remains after the cost of the funeral has been met, this will be returned to your estate.

If your prepayment does not cover the cost of your funeral, Grinter’s Funeral Home will make arrangements with your family or estate for the balance.

If you would like to talk to one of the Grinter’s Funeral Home team members about pre-planning or pre-paying your funeral, give them a call on (07) 827 6037 or 0800 GRINTER (0800 474 683) 24 hours.

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March

Free refresher course for older drivers

Age Concern and Waka Kotahi have teamed up to offer the Staying Safe driving course.

9.30am until 2pm and is free of charge, with lunch included. Mr Nielsen said crash impacts became more severe with age, resulting in longer rehabilitation times and greater costs.

“So this is an upfront investment that Waka Kotahi are making to ensure our older people are safer on the roads,” he said. “It comes with a workbook and videos and it’s a really professional

2021

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free course designed to help older people brush up on their driving skills is now available in Cambridge and Te Awamutu.

The course is funded

by Waka Kotahi (the New Zealand Transport Agency) and run by Age Concern.

“Staying Safe is a course available to all senior drivers that refreshes people’s knowledge about the Road Code, with a particular focus on things like giving way rules, roundabouts, pedestrian crossings and road markings,” Age Concern executive officer Brent Nielsen said.

“For many older people the last time they looked at the Road Code was when they got their driver’s licence, which may have been decades ago, so this has been a really popular refresher course. And the feedback we’ve received has been outstandingly positive.”

The course runs from

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presentation.”

Staying Safe courses will run regularly throughout the Waikato, with the next for Cambridge and Te Awamutu scheduled for April.

“If you have any questions about the course or you’d like to know where and when it’s being held just give us a call on 838 2266 and we’d be happy to help,” Mr Nielsen said.

Age Concern Hamilton’s executive officer and Waipa resident Brent Nielsen is urging people to get ahead of the game and find alternatives to using cheques before banks stop accepting them.

“People need to find another way to get cash and to pay their bills, and we really urge people to make contact with their bank early to become dextrous and familiar with those different methods,” he said.

“Cheques are still very popular and we’re aware that people – particularly older people – still use them. We’ve got people who drive themselves into the bank, write a cheque in front of the teller and use that to pick up cash from the teller.”

However, New Zealand banks have signalled cheques will go for good in 2021.

After June 30 this year, they will no longer be accepted at BNZ, which

is phasing them out “as more and more New Zealanders make payments electronically”.

Westpac is going chequefree after June 25, as most customers “now prefer the speed, safety and convenience of making and receiving payments digitally”.

And ANZ is getting rid of them even sooner, after May 31.

Mr Nielsen urged cheque users to directly contact their banks, which could issue them with a bank card for withdrawing cash and set them up with telephone banking.

“You don’t have to have an internet connection – you can pay your bills by telephone and the banks are really keen to help people do that,” he said.

“You can make contact by phoning their 0800 number or by making an appointment and going into your branch.”

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Built by the Cambridge community over 48 years ago, our ethos is to provide exceptional age care services for seniors in our community.

We have a retirement village and care centre in Vogel Street and a care centre in Burns Street, and you will also see us out and about providing these services for the Cambridge community…

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Roshni Hicks, Serviced Apartment Coordinator

FROM PATIENT TO NURSE Inspired by the great care she received during a serious health scare in her 20s, Roshni Hicks made the decision to completely change her career.

Now the Serviced Apartment Unit Coordinator at Ryman Healthcare’s Linda Jones Retirement Village, Roshni’s diagnosis with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma made her completely reevaluate her life.

“It really was touch and go for a while,” she says, recalling the gruelling 18 months of chemotherapy and nine months of radiotherapy.

“But from that time I spent in hospital, seeing what they do and how much nurses give, that’s when I thought I need to do something in my life and give back what I got in those two years when the nurses looked a er me so well. So I changed my life around.”

Roshni had originally come to New Zealand from her native Fiji to study business management at university and had started out in a management role when she received her scary diagnosis.

She also had a young son who was only 13 months old and wondered if she’d ever be able to have any more children.

Fortunately she began to recover and immediately signed up to become an Enrolled Nurse. In 2012, the year she marked

five years in remission, she found a job with Ryman, initially as a caregiver at Hilda Ross Retirement Village.

“When I walked in it was like a lightbulb moment,” she says. “Everything was so well organised, with orientation programmes and the way they looked a er their staff.”

Roshni qualified as a nurse working in the resthome and would work two days a week as the Serviced Apartment Unit Coordinator at Hilda Ross. She was also the infection prevention control officer for the village, helping to put strict measures in place particularly during the Covid-19 lockdown.

“My priority was that our residents are safe because they are so fragile and wouldn’t cope with something like that. And to keep the residents safe we have to keep the staff safe too.”

During the nine years of working at Hilda Ross, the highlights were being presented with a kindness award from fellow staff and the many emails and le ers from residents’ family members describing how she would go above and beyond the call of duty.

“It gives me happiness and peace knowing that I’m making a difference in someone’s life. And ge ing that feedback from relatives encourages you to keep going the extra mile,” she says.

When the Serviced Apartment Coordinator role came up at Linda Jones, Roshni decided to take up the challenge even though leaving her residents and colleagues at Hilda Ross was a huge wrench.

Now, with a young daughter completing her family, Roshni counts her blessings every day and credits her illness with giving her the incredible empathy and kindness she is known for at Hilda Ross and now Linda Jones.

“When I see residents in pain or I see a change in my residents I can feel it because I know, there was a time when I couldn’t do things for myself. I couldn’t even shower myself. So when the residents come here I know how they feel when they can’t do things for themselves.

“They were not those people when they were young. They were doctors, teachers, nurses, and that’s what I see, so I can easily see where they’re coming from.”

Her answer to calm that fear or relieve that stress?

“Just holding someone’s hand and saying ‘it’s going to be okay’, especially when someone has moved into the care centre for the first time, just saying ‘we’re here for you’ or giving someone a hug, it makes a big difference.”

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YoungAT eart H Young

March

2021

Live stronger for longer

F

eeling a little weak and wobbly on your feet can have an enormous impact on your confidence and how you live your life, says Midland Community Pharmacy Group falls prevention manager Stephanie McLennan.

“The less we move the weaker and less stable we become and the more our confidence drops,” Stephanie said.

“But although this may sound depressing there’s good news, because by moving more you can break the cycle and become stronger and more confident at any age.”

Stephanie said sarcopenia – loss of muscle mass – occurred naturally with age, which made it particularly important for older people to be active and stay strong.

“Simply put, we need to put in a bit more effort to stay strong with age,”

The less we move the weaker and less stable we become and the more our confidence drops she said.

“This might look like joining a strength and balance class, going for regular walks, joining a bowls, dancing or tai chi club, taking the stairs or going to the gym.”

In New Zealand, the Live Stronger for Longer programme – a partnership between ACC, DHBs and local health providers – helps older adults improve and maintain their strength and balance. The Waikato branch of this programme is Strong & Stable.

Information on strength and balance classes available in Waipa is available at www. livestronger.org.nz or by ringing Stephanie on 027 419 0068.

“When you are stronger and steadier on your feet you’ll have less risk of falling and more confidence to join a range of activities and do the things you love,” Stephanie said.

“Even everyday tasks can be done with greater ease which can help maintain your independence. Being more physically active can have a positive impact on your overall health profile including heart health, bone health and mental health.

“If you feel strong and confident you are more likely to get out and about, do more things you enjoy, increase interactions with other people and improve your quality of life.”

Boost your health and confidence with Strong & Stable classes.

Strong & Stable Cambridge classes Give Steph McLennan from Strong & Stable a call on 027 419 0068 for more information on these local classes: Cambridge Baptist Church Mondays 9.30-10.15am.

Suitable for all levels with seated and standing options.

Cost $4. Leader Vicki Fleming, 020 402 07262.

Bupa St Kilda Village Tuesdays 9.30-10.30am.

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YoungAT eart H Young Celebrating life with a unique and memorable service

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Funeral director Jono Gibson believes funerals are a time to celebrate people in a way that “truly captures their life story”.

ono Gibson’s career as a funeral director began seven years ago when he was fortunate enough to work at two of Auckland’s most prominent funeral homes.

As a person who loves people, and listening to the stories of their lives and achievements, it was a dream career for him.

While Jono really enjoyed working in Auckland, he always had a desire to move back to a smaller town.

When he saw a position advertised at Cambridge Funerals, he and his wife Ashleigh – who were married at the Henley Hotel in Cambridge – decided it was time to make the move

out of Auckland.

The move to Cambridge also provided Jono with the opportunity to step into a management role, and he has enjoyed the challenges and learning that has come from that.

Because Cambridge Funerals is owned by a charitable trust, Legacy Trust, the profits are distributed back into the community.

“Being able to support local charities in my community gives me a great sense of pride,” Jono said.

Jono wholeheartedly believes that while funerals are a sad time, they are also a time to celebrate someone’s life in a way that truly captures their life story.

“While funeral services tend to be more traditional in Cambridge, I enjoy individualising each occasion to create a special and unique service for loved ones,” he said.

Jono is uncompromising in providing families with the highest possible levels of service to ensure the needs of the family and their loved ones are met.

“We only get to do a funeral once, so it’s important that it is done right,” Jono said.

“Cambridge Funerals are not content with meeting expectations; our policy is to exceed expectations with every single funeral.”

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YoungAT eart H Young

March

Choosing a retirement village

Opportunities aplenty at CAB

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o one need ever be lonely in Cambridge, says Marie Payne of the local Citizens Advice Bureau, Te Pou Whakawhirinaki o Kemureti.

The Cambridge CAB, at 62 Alpha St, has access to an extensive database of clubs, groups, organisations and services available in our community for people of all ages.

There’s a wealth of

options available, from art groups and bellringers to bowling and bridge, so whether you’re keen to meet new people, become a volunteer or pursue a hobby, there’s plenty to whet your appetite.

Search the community directory for inspiration online at www.cab.org. nz or drop into the local branch for free face-to-face help, with no appointment needed.

And if you’d like to make a difference in your community, new volunteers are being

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welcomed at CAB. If you are a good listener, willing to learn and confident using a computer, and like the idea of doing a bit of research to help people find the information they need, this role could be right up your alley.

Find out more at www. cab.org.nz/getinvolved or contact the Cambridge CAB on (07) 827 4855.

Cambridge CAB volunteers Joy Braggins (left) and Julie Van der Putten.

Many people think of rest homes and retirement villages as the same thing, but they’re not.

“In fact, they are two completely different ways of living, covered by two completely different sets of legislation,” said Age Concern Hamilton executive officer Brent Nielsen.

“A retirement village supports you to live independently in an older persons’ community and it is your choice to move in, whereas a rest home provides ongoing support with your health needs and you will need to be assessed to receive that level of support.”

For those considering a retirement village, Mr Nielsen recommends visiting the Commission for Financial Capability website, www.cffc. govt.nz, which has “a whole section offering excellent advice”.

Age Concern can also provide a range of printed literature and provide one-toone help in person or over the phone on (07) 838 2266.

Once you have done some background research, Mr

Nielsen recommended visiting retirement villages of interest to look around, gauge the vibe and find out what services were available on site.

“For example, does the retirement village have a rest home and a dementia facility onsite in case your health needs change? And is it close to family, your GP and other services you may need?”

Cffc.govt.nz recommends breaking the decision on moving to a retirement village into three parts: 1.

Be clear about your personal and family circumstances and future lifestyle preferences.

2.

Understand the costs of entering, living in and exiting the retirement village.

3.

Be honest about whether you fully understand and accept the legal regime, occupancy model and key consumer protections of living in a registered retirement village.

“It’s really important to find out as much as you can at the beginning of the process to ensure the retirement village you choose is the right fit,” Mr Nielsen said.

Care means different things to different people.

For the team at Radius Care, it means everything.

So much so that care is woven right into our name.

From the moment you first contact us we care for you. We answer your questions, calm your concerns and guide you forward. Compassionately.

Then, we provide world-class aged care for your loved one that places their quality of life at its heart.

That never changes.

Because at Radius Windsor Court, caring is our calling.

07 823 6696 | radiuscare.co.nz

Radius Windsor Court REST HOME, HOSPITAL & DEMENTIA

20 Sandes Street, Ohaupo Leaders in Care

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A fairer commission rate of 2.8% to first $300,000 then 1.8% on balance + gst Plus FREE, tailor-made marketing worth $2,500+ Fr

School Place - Love the Space

East Side Special

$965,000 OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 11.00 - 11.30AM

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3 School Place, Cambridge

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Auction OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 12.00 - 1.00PM

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- A 230m2 home designed for ease of living.

- Spacious living areas, huge bedrooms, two dual bathrooms (en-suited) and a separate toilet.

- Well cared for grounds with a well fenced boundary.

- Great location! Stroll to town or easy access to the express way.

36 MacLean Street, Cambridge

Sometimes You Just Find Perfect

Deadline Sale

Deadline Sale

OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 1.00- 1.30PM

OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 1.00 - 1.30PM

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- North facing, well screened outdoor spaces for privacy.

- Vendors making their move, preferred settlement 30th April.

- A welcoming 718m2 section (more or less), brick and Rimu clad, add your flare inside.

- Single attached garage, extra parking.

Deadline Sale, all offers by 31st March, by 4.00pm

07 823 2300 sales@more-re.co.nz www.more-re.co.nz

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- Head down the drive to this spacious, well maintained and renovated East Side family home.

- Set on a large, flat rear section this property is calling out for a family to move in and make it their own.

- The attractive garaging, carport and off street parking are ideal for visiting friends and family.

Auction (unless sold prior), 13th April, at 2.00pm

Parking, Comfort and Outdoor Living

40 Browning Street, Leamington

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31 Browning Street, Leamington

3 2

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- This could be a match for so many wants.

- Double glazed in places, ensuite off master, plus walk in robe.

- Attractive 809m2 section (more or less), games room with toilet/vanity, huge double garage.

- Large North facing and private rear deck, lots to love.

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior), by 31st March, at 4.00pm

More Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA 2008

74 Victoria Street Cambridge

Peter Tong 021 987 867

Wendy Tong Lily Hooker 027 555 0633 027 870 3317

Jason Tong Sean Senior Scott Saunders 027 755 2902 021 0231 7949 022 024 5404

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Kevin Deane Real Estate

20 months in Real Estate 22 successful sales

There’s a few of these bunnies hiding in shop windows in the Cambridge CBD.

Call me ... let's talk

Collect an entry form from Harcourts Cambridge in Duke Street and go hunting!

Return your entry to Harcourts Cambridge by Thursday 1st April and I will draw out a prizewinner in each of these age categories 0-5yrs, 6-10yrs and 11-15yrs

Peter Matthews

Sharon McGeough

0274 905 383 Licensed under the REAA 2008

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1/4 Acre Home With - Ensuite Studio

Bringing You Home

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Licensed Agent REAA 2008

$7Deadline Sale - Upwards of 1.2M

OPEN HOME SUN 1.00 - 2.00PM

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027 624 2883

5.6 Acres Equestrian Retreat

$795,000

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- Double story 3 bedroom home, plus ensuite studio below.

- Brick and weather board. Main house: large open plan living areas, family bathroom, study nook/play room.

- Ground level with ensuite studio or a 4th bedroom, two living, two bathroom home, off road parking.

- Great outdoor area that flows from the living spaces.

07 823 2300 sales@more-re.co.nz www.more-re.co.nz

How many can you find?

FIND ME!

229 Racecourse Road, Cambridge

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- This property is a must view for anyone seeking a country address and a family home.

- A beautiful arena 18m x 30m, undercover area for saddling wash down bay, 2 newly built big horse shelters and 2 smaller ones with tack room. 8 paddocks serviced by well water.

- Double detached garage, 110m2 family home.

Deadline Sale, all offers by 30th March, at 12.00pm

More Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA 2008

74 Victoria Street Cambridge

Peter Tong 021 987 867

Wendy Tong Lily Hooker 027 555 0633 027 870 3317

Jason Tong Sean Senior Scott Saunders 027 755 2902 021 0231 7949 022 024 5404

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This family home situated in the popular Priestley Place cul de sac may well be the one you have been waiting for. Greeted by lovely street presence, that feeling continues as you enter this low-maintenance brick home. The formal lounge is of good proportion and can be closed off if required, this room also flows out to the expansive decked area, ideal for entertaining with family and friends. Leading on from here you will find the second living which is open plan including the dining and a large kitchen space, all overlooking your backyard. Continue down the hall you will find no less than four spacious double bedrooms, master with an ensuite along with a lovely family bathroom. You will be kept warm in the winter as the home has a ducted gas heating system with ceiling vents throughout.

Properties in this location are not often to the market so phone us to view today.

OPEN HOME: SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 1:00PM-1:30PM

CONTACT SHERRY HERKES : 027 722 4235 OR EILISH PAGE: 027 3000 002

VIEW MORE LISTINGS AT WWW.CAMBRIDGEREALESTATE.CO.NZ 47 Alpha Street, Cambridge 07 823 1945 sales@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Cambridge 64 Victoria Street ADD VALUE INVESTMENT • Multi tenanted investment property returning $57,000pa net.

• Two retail shops of approximately 82sqm each • Earthquake prone classification- explore the opportunities to add value • Enjoy the strong cashflows on offer and hold as a landbank while you put plans in place.

• An beautiful character building with tongue and groove native timber flooring, sarked ceilings and rafters.

• An incredible location with prime profile and visibility on Victoria Street • Rarely available don’t let this opportunity go by • Want more scale? Consider the neighbouring property 66 and 66a Victoria Street, Cambridge

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Cambridge 66 and 66a Victoria Street Tender Closes on Thursday 8th April 10:30am 47 Alpha Street, Cambridge Web Ref LCOM319

Vaughan Heslop 021 400 515 07 838 0042

MONEY MAKER IN THE HEART OF TOWN • Add value opportunity given the buildings earthquake prone classification • 280sqm of freehold land In two titles • Multi tenanted property with well known businesses • Enjoy the strong cashflows on offer and hold as a Landbank while you put plans in place.

• An attractive building with lovely period features • lending itself to earthquake strengthening and a tasteful refurbishment • Alternatively consider the blue sky opportunity offered with future redevelopment.

• Great width fronting Victoria street, • A location where properties seldom come to the open market...

Tender Closes on Thursday 8th April 10:30am 47 Alpha Street, Cambridge Web Ref LCOM301

Vaughan Heslop 021 400 515 07 838 0042

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New Nissan Navara

The New Nissan Navara range is in stock now. It’s tougher and more rugged than ever before with an enhanced level of safety, comfort, and advanced technology.

Come in for a test drive now!

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DRAINAGE

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Drapes • Blinds Sunscreens Soft Furnishings

• Drain camera surveying up to 2m diameter • Drain jetting trucks • Drain camera vans • Septic Tanks

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• 2, 8, 12 ton diggers • Tip truck hire • Small 4-wheeler/6 wheelers/truck & trailers ∙ Drainage ∙ Drilling ∙ Driveways ∙ Excavation ∙ Farm work ∙ Footings ∙ House pads ∙ Landscaping ∙ Post holes ∙ Section clearing ∙ Soakage holes ∙ Trenching

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ELECTRICIAN

027 410 7770

FENCING

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Cambridge Owned & Operated Formerly Devereux Electrical Ltd Nothing else has changed Same Staff and Service Levels

Laser Electrical Cambridge M: 027 494 8826 | P: 07 827 5870

HOUSE WASHING - ROOF TREATMENTS GUTTERS - MOSS REMOVAL 100’S OF SATISFIED CLIENTS www.ewash.co.nz

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Cambridge Garden Maintenance Landscaping  Planting  Hedges trimmed  Trees trimmed New lawns  Weed control  Pruning  General cleanup Rubbish removed  House washed  Water blasting Gutter cleared  Building  Painting Irrigation systems  Free quotes

garden resurrection rose pruning hedge trimming maintenance

fruit tree care residential & commercial tidy up special occasions

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to attract bees

✿ Garden makeovers

✿ Trim shurbs, hedges ✿ Companion planting ✿ Experienced garden work

for house sales

We proudly use organic products.

I will prune your vine & give you the fruits.

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with a well cared for, great lawn!

Our weed and feed service takes care of any lawn – large or small. So don’t delay. Contact us today for your FREE lawn inspection.

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One offs, Weekly, Fortnightly or Monthly Phone Carl 827 0551 mobile 022 100 8265 www.cambridgegardenmaintenance.co.nz

Now you can enjoy a perfect lawn for less cost than you can do it yourself!

Corey Hutchison • 021 037 3685

• tier1fencing@outlook.co.nz

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For Local Service You Can Trust • Broken Window Doors • Frameless Showers • Pet Doors • Custom Mirrors • Table Tops • New Glazing • Splashbacks We Guarantee all our Work & Deliver Service with a Smile!

P: 07 827 6480 www.cambridgeglass.co.nz 24/7 CALL OUTS 027 498 6046

MAINTENANCE SERVICES • Repairs and upgrades around the whole home • Tiling and decorating • Fencing and outside ground repairs • Roof and guttering maintenance

Brenden Daniel your local Cambridge based Handyman m: 021 110 7123 e: bdmaintenance.bd@gmail.com

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EXPERTS JOINERY

LANDSCAPING

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QUALIFIED ARBORIST CREW:

• All tree work • Pruning & removals • Chipping & stump grinding • Land & section clearing • Fruit trees

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QUALIFIED GARDENING CREW:

• Scheduled maintenance • Pruning & weeding • Revamp or create new • Mulching & mulch sales • Hedge trimming

QUALIFIED - FULLY INSURED - WAIPA’S FRIENDLY PROFESSIONALS

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LPG

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SITUATIONS VACANT

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Painting & Decorating Specialist

If you enjoy working outdoors this could be the opportunity for you.

Based in Te Awamutu we service the greater Waikato and Coromandel Peninsula drilling and maintaining water supply bores.

We have a well-maintained fleet of machinery and an excellent crew to work with. As members of the NZDF we are also committed to on-going NZQA training.

If you are looking for a new challenge or a change of scenery, we want to hear from you.

YOU WILL • Be fit, healthy and prepared to • Have a strong commitment to perform heavy manual tasks in all Health and Safety weathers • Be a team play who enjoys • Have a class 4 driver’s license working in a team environment • Be self-motivated • Have a good sense of humour!

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

SITUATIONS VACANT

SERVICES

LEAD GUITARIST wanted for local covers band for gigs and performances.

Preferably aged 40+. Must be able to play or learn familiar intros, riffs and some solo parts from 60’s-90’s songs.

Call Alan on 0274 842 211

30 years experience.

Specialising in Bathroom Alterations Ph Mike Margan 027 532 3963

BUILDER

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Qualified, Professional Arborists • Tree Care

• Pruning • Stump Grinding • Removal • Wood Spltting • Consultancy

Ph. Matthew Trott

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ACCOUNTANT/ CLIENT MANAGER SEPTIC TANKS

Co-Pilot Accounting is a growing Cambridge based accounting firm with a strong focus on business development and advisory.

Formerly Cambridge Septic Tank Services - still the same owners!

Your Local Septic Tank Cleaning Experts

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We are looking to add an additional Intermediate to Senior Accountant who wants to have a greater impact on the outcomes for both the clients they work with and the business they work for.

We will consider applicants who can work anywhere between 25 and 40 hours a week.

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The role will suit someone with three or more years of chartered accountancy experience, and will include all of the usual accounting functions - Preparing Annual Accounts - Taxation Returns and alike - but beyond that, the key is having the ability to interpret the financial information and then provide feedback to clients which will be of benefit.

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DEATH NOTICES

THURSDAY MARCH 25, 2021

FUNERAL SERVICES

THOMPSON, David Allan, (aka Thomps) – Passed away on Thursday, 18th March 2021, aged 47 years.

Dearly loved son of Ron & Sue. Loved brother of Peter, Jenny, and Keith. Dearly missed by family and friends.

A celebration of Thomps’ life has been held. All communications to the Thompson Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434

VOSPER, Margaret Ruth de Laval nee Willis – On Thursday 18th March 2021 at Waikato Hospital, after a brief illness. Beloved wife of the late Bill. Much loved mother of Katharine, Guy, Stephanie and the late James. Loved mother-in-law of David and the late Mike. Loved grandmother of Chris and Andrew. Margaret’s funeral will be held at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, 85 Hamilton Road, Cambridge on Monday 29th March at 1.30 pm. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to St Andrew’s Anglican Church, which may be done at the Service.

Correspondence for the Vosper/Milson family to PO Box 294, Cambridge 3450.

FOR SALE

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Ph 021 238 5052 John.

CONVENTIONAL hay bales.

Good quality. $12 incl GST per bale. Ph 021 215 7489.

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

WAIPA DISTRICT COUNCIL MEETING NOTICES Pursuant to Section 46 of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 notice is hereby given that: The following meetings will be held in April 2021 –

NOTIFICATION OF INTENTION TO CONSIDER TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES

Waipa- District Council will consider an application to close the following roads to ordinary vehicular traffic on Sunday, 23 May 2021 for the Targa Rotorua rally.

Stage 8 – Mangare Road – 8.00am to 12.30pm • Mangare Road – between the Waipa District Boundary and 200m south of Rotongata Road

Honouring your loved ones wishes We are there for you in your time of need - 24/7.

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FAMILY NOTICES

• Births • Bereavements • In Memoriam etc Call Janine 027 287 0005 or email janine@goodlocal.nz

CHURCH NOTICES

Tuesday 6 April 2021

Strategic Planning & Policy Committee 9.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Wednesday 7 April 2021

Iwi Consultative Committee 10.00am Parawera Marae 11 Owairaka Valley Road Te Awamutu

Wednesday 7 April 2021

Cambridge Community Board 6.00pm Cambridge Service Centre 23 Wilson Street CAMBRIDGE

Tuesday 13 April 2021

Te Awamutu Community Board 6.00pm Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Monday 19 April 2021

Regulatory Committee 10.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Tuesday 20 April 2021

Service Delivery Committee 9.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Tuesday 20 April 2021

Finance & Corporate Committee 1.00pm Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Tuesday 27 April 2021

Chief Executive Performance Management Committee 8.00am Mayoral Office 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Tuesday 27 April 2021

Council 9.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU

Stage 10 – Aotearoa Road – 10.50am to 2.20pm • Aotearoa Road – between the Waipa District Boundary and Waipapa Road Stage 11 – Te Miro/Waterworks – 11.55am to 4.25pm • Maungakawa Road – between Te Miro Road and 300m north of Fencourt Road -traffic free to move on Gudex Road (no exit), but unable to turn on to Maungakawa Road • Te Miro Road – between Maungakawa Road and Waterworks Road • Waterworks Road – between Te Miro Road and the Waipa District Boundary Stage 13 – Hobbiton – 1.25pm to 5.55pm • Buckland Road – between the Waipa District boundary and Karapiro Road • Karapiro Road – between Buckland Road and Whitehall Road • Whitehall Road – between Karapiro Road and French Pass Road -traffic free to move on Dunning Road (no exit road), but unable to turn on to Whitehall Road • French Pass Road – from Whitehall Road to 300m from Thornton and Maungakawa Roads -Traffic free to move on Baker, Lovells and Smart Roads (no exit roads), but unable to turn on to French Pass Road Stage 14 – Maungatautari – 2.10pm to 6.40pm • Maungatautari Road – from 200m southeast of Hicks Road to Head Road -Traffic free to move on Taane Road (no exit road), but unable to turn on to Maungatautari Road • Head Road – between Maungatautari Road and Stokes Road • Stokes Road – between Head Road and Maungatautari Road • Maungatautari Road – between Stokes Road and 2307 Maungatautari Road -Traffic free to move on Hill Road (no exit road), but unable to turn on to Maungatautari Road The application will be considered under the Tenth Schedule of the Local Government Act 1974.

Arrangements will be made for access by emergency vehicles during the closure, if required.

Any objections to the proposal must be lodged with Waipa- District Council, in writing, before 4.00pm on Friday, 9 April 2021. Please include the nature of the objection and the grounds for it.

For more information please contact Waipa- District Council on 0800 924 723 or email info@waipadc.govt.nz

10.00am Sunday 28 Duke Street Enquiries phone 827 3833 www.bridgeschurch.co.nz

Garry Dyet Chief Executive

The following meeting did not take place in March 2021 – Monday

15 March Regulatory Committee

The following additional meeting took place in March 2021 – Friday

12 March Extraordinary Chief Executive Performance Management Committee

Please visit the Council website for all associated Council meeting information. www.waipadc.govt.nz/our-council/meetings-workshops-calendar Electronic copies of Council agendas are available on the Waipa District Council website prior to meetings.

Garry Dyet Chief Executive

CHURCH NOTICES

Easter Deadlines Corner of Queen and Bryce Street

Join us this Sunday at Raleigh St. Christian centre, 10am 24-26 Raleigh Street

For live stream: www.rscc.co.nz

“A Spiritual “Here iPod”comes the King!”

Sunday service at 10am will be lead by Rev. Alistair McBride.

Palm Sunday service at 10am will be led by Rev. Alistair McBride

Due to the next two short working weeks, the following advertising deadlines apply: Thursday April 1 publication Ad booking – Monday March 29, 10am Copy setting – Monday March 29, 10am Finished/supplied artwork – Monday March 29, 3pm Thursday April 8 publication Ad booking – Thursday April 1, 5pm Copy setting – Thursday April 1, 5pm Finished/supplied artwork – Tuesday April 6, noo

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PUBLIC NOTICES

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Greater Waikato Railway Modellers (GWRM) Incorporated 3pm Sunday 11 April GWRM Clubroom 12 Scott Street Leamington Queries/Contact Paul Murphy (President) ptmurphy48@gmail.com CAMBRIDGE RETURNED SERVICES ASSOCIATION (INC.)

MOVIES

PUBLIC NOTICES

CAROLE HUGHES CAMBRIDGE ARTIST

JUST ME

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THE PINKIES SAT: 3.25PM ARE BACK (PG) SUN: 11.00AM

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SATURDAY: 11.00AM, 5.30PM SUNDAY: 1.20PM, 5.45PM

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SAT: 11.20AM, 3.45PM, 5.50PM SUN: 1.40PM, 6.05PM POPPY DAY 2021 The association is seeking volunteers who can assist at collection sites on: FRIDAY 16th APRIL 2021 If you are able to help please phone Tricia Hague 027 388 6243

CO U S I N S

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – Alpha Street, Dick Street, and Duke Street on Sunday, 28 March 2021 Please note that the roads listed below will be closed to ordinary vehicular traffic between 6.00am and 12.30pm on Sunday, 28 March 2021, for the Waipa- Fun Run. • Alpha Street – between Victoria Street and Bryce Street • Duke Street – between Victoria Street and Hallys Lane Arrangements will be made for access by emergency vehicles during the closure, if required.

For more information please contact Waipa- District Council on

CAMBRIDGE Next Meeting Wednesday

0800 924 723 or email info@waipadc.govt.nz Garry Dyet CHIEF EXECUTIVE

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SAT: 12.55PM SUN: 10.45AM

SAT: 10.45AM

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A returned combat veteran finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of drugs, violence and toxic love that eventually has him running and hiding, for his life.

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THU & FRI 7:30, SAT 6:45, FINAL SUN 5:55 _______________________________ GODZILLA Vs KONG M THU & FRI 7:00, SAT 1:50 & 6:20, SUN 12:50 & 5:15, WED 6:00 _______________________________ THE FATHER M SAT 2:30, SUN 1:00, WED (SHOPPERS’) 10:20 & 6:30 _______________________________ NOBODY R16, THE COURIER, TOM AND JERRY, PETER RABBIT: RUNAWAY & TWO BY TWO: OVERBOARD G ALL START NEXT WEEK _______________________________ Every Wednesday Shoppers’ Morning and Home Early Evening Sessions

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SAT: 5.10PM SUN: 3.05PM

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BAYLEYS Saturday 27 March 8 Carnation Court 49A Princes Street Sunday 28 March 29 Sheridan Cres 104 Abergeldie Way 8 Carnation Court 59 Hamilton Road 49A Princes Street 22 Reynolds Road

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APRIL 7

SPEAKERS: Waipa District Council – Long Term Plan

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SAT: 1.25, 7.55PM ~ SUN: 11.20AM, 3.45PM

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NOMADLAND M SAT 4:35, SUN 3:45, WED (SHOPPERS’) 10:00 & 6:10 _______________________________ COUSINS PG THU & FRI 7:20, SAT 2:10 & 4:10, SUN 1:20 & 3:20, WED 6:20 _______________________________ THEN CAME YOU M THU & FRI 7:25, SAT 2:00 & 4:00, SUN 1:10 & 5:20, WED (SHOPPERS’) 10:10 & 6:25 _______________________________

SAT: 3.00, 7.15PM ~ SUN: 1.00, 5.15PM

SUMMERLAND

• Dick Street – between Queen Street and Duke Street

Grey Power

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MINARI

THEATRE OF DISTINCTION

_______________________________ MICK FLEETWOOD & FRIENDS M SUN 2:55, TUE 5:30 _______________________________ THE DRY M FINAL SUN 5:35 _______________________________ PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN R18 FINAL SAT 6:35 _______________________________ THE MARKSMAN R13 SAT 4:25, FINAL SUN 3:10 _______________________________

LUGTONS Saturday 27 March 12.00-1.00pm 88 Scott Street 1.30-2.00pm 26 Arapuni Road 6 Carnation Court 12.00-12.30pm Sunday 28 March 12.00-12.45pm 88 Scott Street 12.00-1.00pm 26 Arapuni Road 1.15-2.00pm 6 Carnation Court 1.30-2.00pm 41 Ruru Street 3.00-3.45pm Wednesday 31 March 41 Ruru Street

Thu, Thu, 25 Mar

Fri, Fri, 26 Mar

Comps FATHER (M) No(PG) ATHE Dog's Way Home

11.30am

1.15pm 6.00pm 6.15pm

1.30pm 6.00pm 11.30am

1 hr 51 mins

3.45pm 3.30pm

3.40pm

5.45pm

FILM NAME Film

14 Mar

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11.00-11.45am 12.30-1.00pm 12.30-1.30pm

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11.00-11.45am 12.30-1.00pm 12.30-1.30pm 1.00-1.30pm

Auction 5.30-6.00pm CAMBRIDGE REAL ESTATE Saturday 27 March 4 Glenroy Deadline Sale 1.45-2.30pm MORE RE Sunday 28 March Saturday 27 March 86 Tennyson Street PBN 11.00-11.45am 3 School Place $965,000 11.00-11.30am 2/17 Pope Terrace $689,000 12.15-12.45pm 36 MacLean Street Auction 12.00-1.00pm 6 Ada Close PBN 12.45-1.15pm 40 Browning Street Deadline Sale 1.00-1.30pm 4 Glenroy Deadline Sale 1.45-2.30pm 31 Browning Street Deadline Sale 1.00-1.30pm Sunday 28 March HARCOURTS 3 School Place $965,000 11.00-11.30am Sunday 28 March $785,000 12.00-12.30pm 204/34a Lake Street PBN 11:30-12:00pm 2 Brooke Terrace 12.00-12.30pm 19a Alpers Ridge $899,000 1:00-1:30pm 70 Thompson Street $795,000 Auction 12.00-1.00pm 8 Vosper Close PBN 2:00-2:30pm 36 MacLean Street Deadline Sale 1.00-1.30pm 24 Ruru Street $989,000 3:00-3:30pm 40 Browning Street 31 Browning Street Deadline Sale 1.00-1.30pm LJ HOOKER 229 Racecourse Road Deadline Sale 1.00-2.00pm Sunday 28 March 20 Ruru Street PBN 2.00-2.30pm 74 Arnold Street $749,000 12.00-12.30pm 29 Norfolk Drive Deadline Sale 1.00-1.30pm Contact listing agent prior-visiting as Open Homes times can change.

Launch Special

Cambridge

It’s time for More for you

6.30pm

Colette (M) 2 hrs 6 mins COUSINS (PG)

8.30pm 1.45pm

Destroyer (M) (R16) 2CRISIS hrs 16 mins

1.30pm 3.40pm 8.15pm 8.30pm

FRENCH EXIT Green Book (M)(R13) 2 hrs 25 mins

1.10pm 6.15pm

11.15am 3.40pm 6.00pm

3.45pm

8.40pm

11.00am

JUDAS AND THE BLACK Hotel Mumbai MESSIA (M) (M) 2 hrs 20 mins

MICK FLEETWOOD AND FRIENDS (TBA) If Beale Street Could Talk (M) 2MINARI hrs 15 mins (PG) Stan & Ollie (M)(M) NOMADLAND 1 hr 53 mins

1.30pm 8.20pm 8.30pm

16 Mar

1.10pm 3.20pm

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3.50pm

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17 Mar

10.45am 3.50pm 11.30am

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19 Mar

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