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Gwynne Shield girl power

By Blair Voorend

While the Gwynne Shield showed off the dazzling talent from some of the region’s next generation of rugby stars it’s the girls who have been showing what they can do as the women’s game continues to develop its future stars.

Twelve year old Addison Carruthers, from Ngāhinapōuri School and Ngamata Cullen, from Te Awamutu Intermediate, made the Te Awamutu squad for the tournament.

Both have grown up in rugby mad households, so it was only a matter of time before they joined the game.

“I was watching my brother at first and he inspired me to play rugby, so I joined a team at the Kihikihi club and started off from there,” Ngamata said.

“When I was younger, I played a bit of ripa-rugby and only this year stared getting back involved in it once again,” Addison said. Continued on page 2

Ngamata Cullen, left, and Addison Carruthers, 12, featured in Te Awamutu’s Gwynne Shield team.

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Gwynne Shield girl power

Traditional craft at library

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They don’t see any difference between themselves and the boys around them and just go out to enjoy the game.

Te Awamutu coach Aaron Leppard has been coaching children’s grade rugby for several years and said that the number of girls getting involved and their skill level have increased tremendously over the years.

“It’s awesome to see the growth in the sport and the number of girls coming through is amazing,” he said.

“And to have them mixed at this age it offers both boys and girls different skills they can learn off each other when they move to the next stage.”

But for him coaching both Ngamata and Addison has been a pleasure and he has already seen their talent and growth improve over the short time at the tournament.

“I’ve always had girls in the teams I’ve coached and these girls, like so many are tough, if not tougher than many of the boys out here and to be honest at this they are easier to coach because they listen better compared to the boys,” he joked.

“But these girls have incredible talent and watching them on the field now because when they play at college and further in all girls teams, they can be head and shoulders above the rest.”

Former Black Fern and Te Kuiti born Farah Palmer said it was great to see competitions such as the Gwynne

Shield continue to celebrate all that is great about rugby, bringing an inclusive and exciting environment for all to play the game.

“It’s wonderful to see that more girls are getting involved as the Black Ferns and provincial women’s teams demonstrate what great fun and opportunities exist in rugby,” she said.

“Rugby has been a big part of New Zealand’s history and we want rugby to continue to be relevant to all our communities, players and fans.”

Palmer said that a competition like the Gywnne Shield demonstrates the togetherness, sportsmanship and passion which should be celebrated and cherished.

Rugby is a passion that will continue to grow for both Addison and Ngamata who have plans to play for their dream club teams when they grow up, Kihikihi for Ngamata and Hamilton Old Boys Women’s team the Huskies for Addison.

After an impressive week Te Awamutu managed to come home from the Gwynne Shield with a top four finish while Cambridge held out to finish seventh overall. To top off a great tournament for Te Awamutu Cooper Gedge received the trophy for Best Country Player. Leppard said that he was proud of his team’s performance as they played good hard rugby and never blurred the lines between hard and dirty.

The Rothery siblings from Pirongia – Toby, 7, Cole, 9, and Piper, 3 – enjoyed making their origami masu boxes.

About 20 youngsters learned how to make traditional Japanese origami masu boxes at the Te Awamutu Library this week. The youngsters were enjoying a couple of hours of school holiday craftwork, delivered in Monday’s case by library staffer Donna Wilson.

Masu (or square) boxes were originally made of wood to measure rice in Japan during the feudal period. Today, they are used for a host of other reasons, including drinking the traditional Japanese rice wine, sake. The boxes the youngsters made were going to house anything they fancied, or were intended as gifts for friends.

On the beat with Senior Constable DEB THURGOOD Two weeks of school holidays are almost at an end. I hope the wild weather hasn’t dampened spirits or limited your adventures too much and that everyone stayed safe.

I’ve previously discussed rural crime prevention and also the idea of collective responsibility for keeping our community safe. One area that is developing is the concept of community CCTV in rural areas.

The idea of a community funded CCTV camera is to provide coverage of key entry/ exit point/s within a district to catch criminal movements.

It’s so much bigger than individual areas however, as by building up a network ringfencing our district, anyone travelling through our rural areas will end up passing through one camera or other. CCTV is an important piece of the investigative puzzle.

While one camera might get information about a car’s make and registration, another may pick up a view of the driver and passenger, and a third may confirm its presence in the area targeted by burglary at a relevant day and

time, and the route taken. Whether one camera or a few, the benefits to all will be notable.

In Te Awamutu, we are already well underway in this regard. Cameras are in place in Arohena and fundraising is in progress in Wharepapa South, Oreipunga and Parawera.

In Cambridge, initial talks are underway in Maungatautari and Te Miro. I also hope to be talking with Piarere locals in the not too distant future. Interested? Contact me or Constable Ryan Fleming (Te Awamutu CLO) to discuss.

While on the topic of CCTV, I wanted to let everyone know about a community CCTV website being championed by Neighbourhood Support Group. www.communitycam.co.nz is a voluntary, not for profit website that allows people to register the existence of their CCTV cameras, and when relevant upload CCTV footage to assist in solving crime in their neighbourhood. We already have a few listings for Waipa, but the more we have, the more useful it becomes. It’s free to register so I encourage everyone with CCTV to get on board.

If installing CCTV on your property, the key thing is to be careful that the camera coverage does not extend into any of your neighbour’s private property as you will risk breaching the Privacy Act. If recorded CCTV footage of a person is published (on social media or otherwise) there are further potential ramifications under the Harmful Digital Communications Act and civil law. As a community, we respect our neighbours’ privacy in many ways, such as keeping our noise down, not going onto their land uninvited, and not throwing rubbish into others’ property. Using a security camera responsibly is simply another way of being neighbourly and respecting the privacy of the people next door. While the privacy commission doesn’t focus on CCTV guidelines, advice can nevertheless be found on their website at www.privacy.org.nz.

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Ward consultation Consultation has opened on Waikato District Council’s representation arrangements for the next local body elections which proposes 13 councillors, including two Māori and 11 general wards.

Waipā councillors have yet to settle on the 2022 makeup having already decided to add a Māori ward.

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Music mix Two of New Zealand’s top musicians, classical pianist Michael Houstoun and big band leader Rodger Fox, will perform with guest jazz vocalist Erna Ferry at Waikato University’s Gallagher Theatre this weekend. The July 24 concert is part of the Houstoun/Fox concert series in which the two perform new jazz adaptations of classic pieces by Gino Vannelli, arranged by composer Bill Cunliffe.

Farmer fined A Waitomo dairy farmer has been fined almost $22,000 for docking the tails of more than 500 dairy cows. Peter Muller, 65, was sentenced in the Te Kuiti District Court on one charge under the Animal Welfare Act, following a prosecution taken by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). Docking cow tails has been prohibited in New Zealand since 2018.

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Caitlyn’s College cuisine

By Blair Voorend

weekends just for the fun of it, and to eat of course,” she said.

As a Year 12 student this year Blakely has been taking hospitality and was encouraged by her teachers to compete in the National Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge because they were impressed by her work.

But from that she had to create a recipe using some interesting elements to her dish.

“I needed to create a recipe including waffles, and my teacher Maree Letford suggested I cook with waffles and broccoli,” she said.

After some research she sat down and wrote a recipe for SouthWest styled Deep Fried Broccoli with Green Waffles, crispy Bacon, Chipotle Maple Butter, Red Peppers and Fresh Spring Onion.

In class she practiced each component every day, and

Caitlyn Blakely didn’t believe she won a place in a national cooking competition.

The winner of the National Secondary Schools Culinary Competition (NSSCC) Waikato regional final took a call from her teacher Will Cawkwell who had the news.

“I didn’t feel as though my dish was as good as the others and I seemed to underestimate how well my dish was but I’m very proud of myself.

“It came as a very big surprise to me, especially all the messages afterwards, it was very overwhelming.”

The Te Awamutu College student Blakely found her passion for cooking during intermediate school after taking food technology classes which she carried through into high school.

“During this time, I often Te Awamutu College student Caitlyn Blakely competing at the National cooked and baked alot during Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge regional final.

Chamber change - again

By Blair Voorend

Four months after appointing a new chief executive Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce has found another to fill the recently vacant role.

Kerrianne Krelle has been appointed to the role of Chamber chief, replacing Regan McCorquindale who stepped back to focus on his farm management role with LIC. Kerrianne is an active member of the Te Awamutu community and is keen to take up the new challenge to support local businesses to thrive.

“I believe that business is driven by people and the success of any business or organisation, big or small, is defined by the individuals and teams that are aligned to the core values of business,” she said.

With a background in tourism and science, holding a Diploma of Tourism and Bachelor of Molecular

Biology, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the role.

“My diverse experience allows me to implement proven processes and strategies, and to communicate this to engage hearts and minds,” she said.

She said she will focus on fostering and developing new and existing business within the chamber, and cultivating organic growth, best shared practice, and innovation.

Born in the UK, Kerrianne moved to the Waikato at a young age, attending school and university in the region and has lived in the Waipā district for 15 years, the last two in Te Awamutu with her young family.

She said that despite following the very uncertain year and the polarising effect it had on many businesses, it was great to see businesses in Te Awamutu so vibrant and flourishing.

“To see new start-ups in the town during what has been arguably the

Kerrianne Krelle

most challenging trading conditions in decades is so inspiring and inspirational.

“The chamber and I are passionate about facilitating growth and development within Te Awamutu, and through ensuring support and innovation, businesses in our wonderful town will continue to meet the needs of the community.”

While she is looking to continue the strength of the Te Awamutu business industry she is also motivated to increase membership numbers and grow the local chamber of commerce.

when it came to competition day, she managed to nail every element to her dish.

The News has the winning recipe for readers to try today.

Caitlyn will now move to focusing on the national

Caitlyn’s recipe

competition a little under two months away.

Each regional winner will choose a teammate and compete in the NSSCC Grand Final against seven other regional teams on 8th September in Auckland.

To see how the winning dish tastes you can make it yourself at home with the recipe below.

1/3c milk (warmed) (w) 1/4tbsp garlic powder (b) 50g butter 1/2tbsp chili powder (b) 1/4tbsp baking powder (w) 1/2tbsp paprika (b) 1 x jarred red bell peppers 1/2c breadcrumbs (b) 2 x spring onions 3 x whole eggs (b and 2tbsp maple syrup (sauce) waffles) 100g butter, softened. (sauce) 1/2tbsp salt and pepper (b) 1/4tsp chipotle (sauce) 1/4c flour (w) 3 x bacon slices 1tbsp sugar (w) 1/4tbsp cumin powder (b) 1/4tsp salt (w) 1/4tbsp onion powder (b) 1 tbsp vanilla (w) Methods: Southwest broccoli: In one bowl, mix all spices with breadcrumbs. In a separate bowl combine and mis two eggs.

Dunk chopped broccoli into egg mixture, then toss into crumb mixture. Cook in deep fryer until golden brown.

Waffles: Mix all powdered ingredients into a bowl.

Gradually add warm milk, butter and one egg until smooth and combined. Add in broccoli pieces for colour. Pour into greased waffle maker to cook.

Chipotle maple butter: Gather together softened butter, maple and chipotle in a small bowl. Blitz with a beater until smooth and combined, place in piping bag for serving.

Bacon: Cook in fry pan until crispy. Break into smaller pieces to stack horizontally.

Garnishes: Slice green onions. Drizzle maple syrup on plate.

Method: Gather all ingredients onto the bench, gather piping bags and bowls. Separate components of the dish. Turn on waffle machine, fryer and oven to 50d.

Add together all spices, breadcrumbs and the salt and pepper into a bowl, combined with a fork.

Slice broccoli into bite sized pieces using a knife on a green chopping board. Slice green onion for serving.

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Place waffle mix into the waffle machine, measure with eye how much you will need.

Place 3 strips of bacon into the fry pan, use tongs to flip.

Place 50g of softened butter into a bowl, add ¼ tsp of liquid chipotle with 2tbsp of maple syrup. Add more to taste. Blend together until mixture is stiff. Place into a piping bag, set aside.

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Remove plates from warmer draw, take components out of oven and plate to serve.

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Building resilience Christine Bryant, Lay Minister, St John’s

Last week I had the pleasure of helping at the St John’s Holiday Programme. Thirty lovely children aged 5 - 12, from all over Te Awamutu and Kihikihi, spent two days creating new treasures.

They worked together as they shared the hot glue guns, chattered as they sat on the floor making necklaces and bracelets, had lots of fun playing bowls and chased each other in the sun at lunchtime. There was a continual buzz of happy activity.

Over the last few years, I have become increasingly concerned at how anxious children and young people have become.

Many seem unable to cope with the “slings and arrows” of daily life.

The reality of cyber bullying has had a negative impact on teens, in particular. The events of the last 12 months - will we lock down, will we not? - has raised the anxiety levels of society as a whole.

Nevertheless, there seems to be a reduced resilience across the board when faced with adverse events.

Parents always try to shield their children from the more unhappy aspects of life, and rightly so. But, I wonder, have we gone too far?

In playgrounds everywhere, safety, rather than adventure, seems to be the watchword.

Obviously, we do not want a procession of fractures presenting at E.D.s, but children have to be able to push the physical barriers - and sometimes fail or hurt themselves.

Likewise, in junior sports fixtures, the concept of “winning” and “losing” is often absent; participation is the key.

Children can learn much from taking part

and working as a team when they play sport, but they should also learn how to win and lose graciously.

After all, no one needs a sulky loser like DeChambeau in the British Open last week when he couldn’t accept that he had had a bad day on the golf course!

One way to build resilience in young people is to give them a solid sense of selfworth.

In our holiday programme, the overarching theme was “Creating and Making”. In Psalm 139 we read about God’s creative love, as it applies to each one of us: “For you created my inmost being, you knit me together in my mother’s womb.

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made”. (vv.13-14) God continues to show His love as He watches over our lives: “O Lord, you have searched me and you know me, You know when I sit down and when I stand up, You know my thoughts, You know what I am going to say, even before I say it” (vv.1-3) When I asked the children what they thought the phrase “I am fearfully and wonderfully made” meant, they interpreted it as “It’s scary how awesome I am”.

Not everything will go right for these children - there will be sad times, difficulties and obstacles to overcome.

My hope is that all our young people will have a firm foundation of self-worth.

Knowing you are “fearfully and wonderfully made” is surely a great start.

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After the Howl of a Protest which swept through Cambridge and the rest of the country last Friday, I thought it only natural that I should write about it this week. But what to write?

It might be problematic to engage directly with the sentiments expressed on some of the placards. “Jacinda’s a communist” and “Stuff the ute tax” being two examples.

Neither factual nor constructive in my view.

This is a hot issue and feelings were always going run high, and no doubt will continue to do so.

One of the cornerstones of democracy is freedom of expression and anyone who truly supports democracy would go a long way to defend it.

I am staunchly in favour of any citizen’s right to wave a placard stating their opinion, or even the suggested placement of any policy with which they do not agree.

At some point, however, there has to take place a rational discussion of the issues.

Actually, there is a lot of useful discussion happening across the globe and it is to be hoped that this will lead society in a positive direction.

Positive, I mean, for society - not necessarily just in line with my own views.

Regardless, however, of the progress or outcome of any conversations, summits, gatherings, or protests, this is just another day at the office for the natural world.

The universe, including our tiny part of it, exists in a state of flux - the juxtaposition for the time being of all available material according to all available natural laws. Every change being a result of all previous changes and so on.

If we look at some of what is happening in

the natural world today we can see that Northern California is burning, Northern Ireland has just experienced its hottest day ever, large parts of Germany and Eastern Europe are under water with catastrophic loss of life and great economic cost, the Amazon is emitting more CO2 than it is absorbing, and the South Island of New Zealand is experiencing extreme weather conditions causing widespread flooding.

I list these items not to make any point one way or the other. It is simply a statement of facts.

Notwithstanding divine, or in these cases probable satanic intervention, these phenomena have been brought about by the set of physical circumstances prevalent in each case immediately prior to each situation.

What the human race must do, therefore, is attempt to determine what is causing these events and do something about it.

It seems to me that governments around the world are finally waking up to their responsibilities and are making major changes.

It is predictable that lives and livelihoods are going to be disrupted by these developments.

One of the challenges facing humanity is to work together to manage the process for the benefit of all. We have to do this.

Nature is not going to help with this because nature is simply the next logical state in which all matter must and will exist.

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Change at top Storm in a teacup for Seed charity

The outgoing self-starters on the chief executive side. of Seed Waikato, Seed Waikato Gemma Major, says chairman Greg she is proud of what Johnston said the the organisation charity was in a has done since strong position to launching in 2017 continue its longand says it has term strategy to been a privilege to support young see how powerful people in the Gemma Major Tania Pointon young people can community.

During her time at the change their world He described as helm, the co-founder and from inside out when ‘incredible’ the impact made youth advocate has helped they own their gifts and

by Gemma, saying it spoke create 12 community-led strengths. to what the organisation was projects, reaching thousands set up to achieve. He said Founded in 2017, Seed of Waikato youth both Waikato is a charity that Seed Waikato had recently online and in person. She provides personal growth secured a multi-year funding has also been a critical driver pipeline from Hamilton opportunities for young in partnerships created people in the Waikato.

City Council, Trust Waikato, between Seed Waikato Working mostly out of Len Reynolds Trust, and and community funders, Hamilton, it runs monthly the Ministry of Youth business sponsors and event Development, amounting to community workshops, partners that help the charity $660,000. creates digital content do its work. aimed at growing resilience, Coming in as CEO is Tania “I am excited for the facilitates volunteer Pointon. She has co-led future of Seed Waikato,” experiences and builds Hamilton Multicultural said Gemma. “In the last leadership capability.

Services for the past 12 years six months alone, we have She said the organisation and joined Seed Waikato in doubled our staff numbers worked extensively with March. and doubled the funding youth in the regions.

“It is a privilege to received from supporters.”

One example was the be entrusted with the She steps down on July support it gave to Waipā leadership role for Seed 31 to spend more time with candidates Cassidy Temese Waikato and build off the family and study trauma, and Dan Armstrong during incredible work everyone the 2019 local body elections. while continuing to mentor has done to date,” she said.

The weekend storm which brought chaos to parts of the country caused inconvenience, but it seems little more in Waipā.

In the upper South Island residents lost homes, access to towns was blocked and large areas of farmland flooded.

States of Emergency were declared around Marlborough and Buller.

Acting Minister for Emergency Management Kris Faafoi announced $300,000 would be offered to the Westport area in the form of a mayoral relief fund, as well as $100,000 for the BlenheimMarlborough region.

It was suggested hundreds of people would need welfare support for weeks and possibly months.

Waipā District Council said that over the weekend it has five reports of trees down blocking lanes, one slip and one instance of road flooding.

All the incidents were dealt with by after hours contractors.

Cheers “We were moderately impacted by this storm compared to past ones, however still had three areas affected - Kaipaki, Karapiro and Tamahere,” Waipā Networks Stakeholder Services Manager Kerry Watson told the News.

“All were a result of the high winds and tree debris, however the Tamahere one actually had a tree completely fall over and bring the line down.”

Tamahere residents have had a bad run recently. There were two power cuts, one caused by a tree branch and the other a system-related issue in June.

And it could have been a lot worse - MetService warned of a potential severe thunderstorm for Northland, Auckland, and the greater Waikato on Monday, but Waipā received little more than bouts of heavy rain.

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Blair Voorend was in Te Awamutu with his camera when the rural protest hit town.

Farmers take to the streets in protest

By Blair Voorend

It was gridlock in Te Awamutu as people from all over the region gathered to show their distaste at laws impacting the farming and trade communities.

With hundreds gathering at the old Bunnings site in Arawata St everyone seemed to be in good spirits with people rallying around farmers.

The Howl of a Protest saw thousands taking part in the nationwide protest last Friday as more than 50 towns and cities came to standstills as tractors and utes took over the streets to protest a range of issues from methane taxes, EV subsides and the Three Waters project.

Organiser Lee Smith said she wasn’t at all surprised by the number of people that came out to show their support as she had been field calls from people all week.

She had taken called from “not only from farmers and tradies who wanted to know more about the event but also from many in the local region who just wanted to learn more about what we are doing and how they can show their support”.

“It’s something that not only farmers and tradies have issues with but the greater community know the pressure on these industries already and with added changes will create greater challenges for them.”

People near and far came out to support and it wasn’t just rural folk. Philomena Bennington came from Hamilton, while her friend Christine Wroblenski travelled down from Auckland to show their support.

“We’re not farmers or rural people at all but we know the importance of the farming industry for our country and how it’s the backbone for New Zealand,” Bennington said.

“And it’s insulting to all those that have worked to hard to keep our country afloat especially during a difficult year last

year, and for the government to put quick extreme changes on them isn’t fair.”

Following a convoy out of Te Awamutu to Ōtorohanga those involved in the protest met up with others from Otorohanga and Te Kuiti regions to discuss the issues.

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Above: Hundreds turned out in support for the farming and trade industries.

Middle: Farmers had a clear message for the government.

Top: Tractors and utes took over the town as the protest made its way down the main street.

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INTRO This month’s Young at Heart feature contains advice for those thinking about moving into a resthome or retirement village, and information on some of the many services and facilities available to older Waipa residents. We hope you enjoy it!

Choosing a retirement village 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.”

look around, gauge the vibe and find out what services were available on site.

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”.

“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?”

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

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.

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Arvida Lauriston Park over-65 community is expanding to include care Boasting over 180 independent living villas, community centre complete with pool, gym and cinema, and beautifully restored Whare Ora homestead, Arvida’s Lauriston Park is expanding to include care with the last two stages of development underway.

First up are 15 one-bedroom plus study townhouses - perfect for people looking to downsize and enjoy the benefits of 65+ community living. Due for completion early 2022, there is already high interest in these stylish homes with the ability to buy off the plans.

The new townhouses at Lauriston Park will be similar to those built at Arvida Waimea Plains, Richmond.

The new care centre is next, due for completion in 2023 and customers will be able to purchase one of 66 new care suites. Jenny Fraser, village manager at Lauriston Park, explains: “Care suites are designed for people who need ongoing assistance and care. We plan to offer rest home, hospital level and dementia care in our care suites,

depending on individual needs. It’s an innovative type of accommodation for assisted living and care.

Jenny is looking forward to being able to provide a full care offering at Lauriston Park.

A special feature of the care suite lifestyle at Lauriston Park is that residents will be grouped into smaller households, to nurture stronger relationships and homely atmosphere.”

If you would like to know more about the townhouses currently under construction, please get in touch with Jenny on 07 827 0793.

Much more coming for Lauriston Park Soon the spacious grounds, fabulous facilities and beautiful homestead of our beautiful Cambridge location will offer even more. Work is now underway on our brand new care suites and Living Well apartment complex, so Lauriston Park will be an all-in-one over-65 community, providing both independent and assisted living for long-term aged care, including specialised dementia care.

To know more, call Jenny on 07 827 0793 or 027 600 7548 or visit lauristonpark.co.nz

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Live stronger for longer Feeling 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

The less we move the weaker and less stable we become and the more our confidence drops strong with age,” 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.

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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.”

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Linda Jones was the best option It’s hard to say no when all seven of your children tell you that moving into Ryman Healthcare’s Linda Jones Retirement Village is the best thing to do.

That was the case for Brian and Noeline who moved into a serviced apartment at the Flagstaff village at the end of March, followed shortly by Noeline’s move into the special care unit.

Brian said Noeline had been facing challenges with her memory for a few years but it had got to the point where the children could see their dad needed some extra support.

“The children concluded that Linda Jones was the best option. And that’s proven to be the case!”

After a whirlwind few weeks, Brian is learning about all the many options now open to him as he immerses himself into village life.

Brian has been a keen bowls player since 1983 and played for clubs in Napier, Northcote, Snells Beach and Hamilton, having moved around a bit with his work in the wool exporting industry before retiring up north.

Brian and Noeline’s different needs were met.

And his reputation on the green preceded him, with a few old bowls friends encouraging him to have a go at the village.

Although Brian hasn’t made it out onto the green quite yet they have been taking the Triple A exercise classes and

are enjoying the music sessions at the village.

set up a support system which I think will be good to join in with,” he said.

Meeting other residents who have partners in special care has also been helpful.

“Everyone in the team is very caring.

From the housekeeper to the nurses, there are a few who understand the situation and are always happy and smiling and they all know my name.”

“Some of them are getting together to

Opportunities aplenty at CAB If you would like to feel more connected to your community, join a new club or find a new hobby, the Te Awamutu Citizens Advice Bureau –Te Pou Whakawhirinaki o Aotearoa – can help.

Located in the Ray White Arcade at 2/213 Alexandra Street, the CAB has access to an extensive database of clubs, groups, organisations and services available in

our community.

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.

Find out more at www.cab.org.nz or contact the Te Awamutu CAB on (07) 871 4111.

Pop into the Te Awamutu CAB for ideas and inspiration.

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“I am fit now, but I know whatever happens I will be cared for.”

Priscilla, a Ryman resident

HAVE INDEPENDENCE AND A CHEF-PREPARED MEAL TOO A Ryman serviced apartment allows you to live independently and still receive assistance. It might be housekeeping, a chef-prepared meal, or maybe it’s something else. Whatever it is, you can adjust your level of care in the village at any time, so it’s there if you need it. It’s one more way we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

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Go for gold The Government’s SuperGold card is automatically sent to all New Zealand residents who get New Zealand Superannuation or the Veteran’s Pension – but if you’re over 65 and don’t get these you can still apply.

The card gives you discounts on everyday essentials like fuel, insurance, food and healthcare, instant savings on entertainment, travel and in retail stores, monthly special offers and free offpeak public transport.

Neighbourhood Support for young and old Grey hair and a frail body can disguise an agile mind filled with knowledge and memories of wonderful life experiences, says Neighbourhood Support community engagement officer Eileen Hawkins.

“Meanwhile, younger people can bring energy, new ideas and perhaps some welcome assistance with technology,” she said.

“Neighbourhood Support groups bring people of all ages together, providing rich opportunities for shared knowledge and social connection.”

Older people can offer a lot to NS groups.

For example: •

Spending more time at home often means they are more aware of comings and goings in their street

and are more likely to notice when something’s not right.

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If not working full-time, they may have time to coordinate the group and ensure members stay in touch.

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They may be able to offer help with babysitting neighbourhood children.

In turn, they might enjoy benefits such as: •

Increased stimulation and social connection, resulting in better mental and physical health.

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Having people to call on to help obtain groceries or supplies during lockdowns or emergencies, or when they are sick or have no transport.

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Being kept in the loop with suspicious activity in the neighbourhood.

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Having someone to look out for them if they live alone and don’t have

family support nearby.

Neighbourhood Support is a nationwide organisation that works closely with the New Zealand Police, Civil Defence and local volunteer fire brigades.

“In times of an event it is good to know that the first responders are your neighbours, then the Fire Brigade, Police and finally Civil Defence,” Eileen said.

Show your SuperGold care instore, or give your client number and date of birth when you’re paying online, and the discount will be instantly taken off your purchase.

You can find SuperGold savings at www.supergold. govt.nz or by downloading the SuperGoldNZ app on your smartphone or tablet from the Apple App Store or the Google Play store.

If you need help or information about the card, call 0800 25 45 65 or email information@supergold. govt.nz

Neighbourhood Support aims to help its members solve local problems, reduce crime, minimise antisocial behaviour, support victims and learn to cope with civil defence emergencies. It strives to connect people to achieve these benefits, reducing social isolation in the process.

Anyone who wants to join an existing Neighbourhood Support group – or start a new one – can email Mandy Merson at info@commsafe.co.nz.

We offer help, advice and information to everyone

Volunteer Visitors Wanted Do you have time for older people? You could be a volunteer visitor.

Are you friendly and enjoy a chat?

Able to give about an hour per week on a regular basis?

Your visits will make a real difference in an older person’s life.

We will match you with someone with similar interests to you who lives in your local area

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Winter Energy Payment

If you need long-term residential care in a rest home, dementia facility or private hospital, you may be able to get a Residential Care Subsidy from the Government.

The Winter Energy Payment is an extra payment offered

by Work and Income to help with the cost of heating your home over the winter months.

But first you will need to be assessed to show you have high needs that cannot be safely met with a package of care in the community.

You don’t need to apply – if you’re eligible you will get it automatically along with your other regular payments.

Disability Support Link is a Hamilton organisation contracted by the Ministry of Health to provide this assessment.

If you are getting New Zealand Superannuation or the Veteran’s Pension you will automatically receive the payment between May 1 and October 1.

You can refer yourself to DSL, or be referred by a family member or doctor.

A needs assessor will visit you at home or in hospital and talk with you about tasks you may find difficult, family or social support available to you and services that could help you remain living at home.

If you meet the assessment criteria, and have assets below a certain threshold, the Government will pay the full cost your care but will take a portion of your superannuation to help with those costs,

Age Concern Hamilton executive officer Brent Nielsen says.

“That threshold is currently $236,336 or less including the value of your house and car,” he said.

“If you don’t include the value of your family home and car, the threshold is $129,423. This is especially applicable for couples where one needs rest home care while the other continues to live in the family home.”

Fees are uniform across all Waikato rest homes, so you can choose whichever suits your needs best without worrying about variations in fees.

However, it was important to ask about additional charges for premium services – for example having an ensuite – Mr Nielsen said.

Single people with no dependent children receive $20.46 a week, while couples and people with dependent children receive $31.82 a week. Couples are paid a combined sum of $63.64 a week, whether they live together or separately, with only one person in the couple receiving the payment.

It was also important to consider the rest home’s proximity to family, your GP and other support.

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Free digital skills training Take the stress out of learning how to use your computer, smartphone, iPad or other digital device with Waipā District Libraries.

Dee said Waipā District Libraries had recently partnered with Digital Inclusion Alliance Aotearoa to deliver more than 40 digital learning modules through the Stepping Up digital skills training programme.

“We offer free, one-on-one digital tutoring sessions tailored to your individual needs,” outreach librarian Dee Atkinson said.

She said Waipā libraries could assist everyone from total beginners to those wanting to create a CV or develop a specific skill.

“Our community librarians are here to help, and can book you in for a onehour session using either your own device or one of the library computers.

Cambridge Oaks and Selwyn St Andrew’s retirement villages were taking advantage of digital learning sessions for residents and other retirement villages were being contacted about similar services.

“It might be that your phone’s going to sleep too quickly, or you want to learn how to put Google photos into folders or hold an online meeting – anything you’re struggling to do yourself.”

“If you need help with your computer or device we’d love to help so please get in touch with us,” Dee said.

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Three Waters carrot for councils Waipā is set to receive just under $21 million as part of a $2.5 billion Three Waters package for local governments if it accepts the offer.

Under the formula Ōtorohanga will receive just over $10.6 million Government announced last week a $2.5 billion package to support local government transition through the reforms to New Zealand’s drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services.

The package is also to help stimulate local economies while creating jobs and unlocking infrastructure for housing.

The announcement was made at the Local Government NZ conference in Blenheim, attended by hundreds or council representatives from across the country including Waipā mayor Jim Mylchreest, deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk, councillor Philip Coles and chief executive Garry Dyet.

The package has been split into two components to ensure extra funding is left over for any financial emergency.

The Government says the funding will be invested in the future of local government and community wellbeing, while also meeting priorities for government investment.

LGNZ President Stuart Crosby welcomed the Government’s announcement of a support package.

Open – officially

The Tristram Precinct – with Waikato Regional Council as the anchor tenant – was been officially opened by Governor General Dame Patsy Reddy, this week. She was pictured entering the impressive building alongside Kīngi Tuheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, who unveiled four artworks created for the regional council. The building on the corner of Ward, Tristram and Bryce streets has been developed by Stark Property and is occupied by the regional council and WSP. A third tenant is yet to move in.

Nigel’s a fee free dog A rescue dog named after the American crime drama Bones has won free registration for the rest of his life while living in Waipā.

The three-year-old dog Mister Nigel Murray Nigel for short is a Japanese Spitz and his owner Stuart Vaughan is the winners of Waipā District Council’s free registration for life promotion.

All dogs registered before the due date, June 30, were automatically entered into the draw for the prize, potentially worth more than $1000 for a young healthy pup.

Te Awamutu resident Vaughan, said he was thrilled to hear of the win.

“Nigel is such a lovely dog, whenever we are out for a walk people come up and want to pat him.”

Since registrations opened in May, more than 6700 or 75 percent of dogs across the district have been registered. Around 2200 registrations are still outstanding.

Council compliance manager Karl Tutty said the number of registrations had increased this year compared to the same time last year.

Registrations can be made online at www. waipadc.govt.nz/dogs or at Council offices in Te Awamutu and Cambridge.

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“The package ensures no council will be worse off and every community will be better off under reform, as well as demonstrating a new way for central and local government to work together,” he said. “It reinforces the pivotal role of local decision making.”

The deal also comes with a commitment to work together with LGNZ to engage and consult with councils and other stakeholders over issues around the water reform.

Letters…

Selling us out

As one of many people who made submissions to the LTP of Waipa DC I received the response to mine.

Reading the response my perception is that a lot of the items proposed by council have been accepted as they were wanting it to happen.

The response did create a big question and it’s about transparency.

For the two big items like the Memorial Park and Lake Te Koo Utu the costs will be borne by asset sales yet to be decided on.

Quote: “the assets that will be sold to fund the project have not been established yet.

Council is currently developing a Property Strategy and anticipates this will inform the sale of assets”.

We are looking at about $11 million of assets to be sold. As per the response to the submissions the property department is still looking at what can be sold. What I would like to know is the following: What assets are there to be sold?

Where did the money come from to acquire these assets?

How long have these assets been in Council’s (or should I say ratepayers) possession?

Why have these assets been bought in the first place? Council’s core services is not buying and selling property.

If these assets have been in the books for a while, why were they not looked at to sell earlier to offset rates?

I believe that if Council has (on our behalf) $11 million of assets to be sold, ratepayers are entitled to know answers on the above. After all, Council should be transparent.

Bernard Westerbaan Kihikihi

The Waipā District Council responds: Council has a large and diverse property portfolio. This has been acquired over time for various reasons such as for infrastructure corridor developments like drainage swales and roading.

Council continuously evaluates its property portfolio and sells assets only when they are deemed no longer beneficial to the community. Commercial sensitivity means purchase or sale plans are not available to the public prior to them going ahead. However, all sales must be approved by Council after which the information is published on our website.

Assets become surplus to requirement for many reasons including when land is purchased for projects like road corridors but only part of the land is used. This leaves the remaining land available for sale once development has been completed.

In 2015, Council identified a number of assets deemed surplus to requirement.

Since then, several have been sold including an eight lot subdivision and an old quarry and landfill site in Cambridge and the money from these sales used to fund other projects such as the Cambridge Pool. A similar sale programme took place when the Te Awamutu Events Centre was built around 20 years ago.

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with Jan Bilton

Cosy comforts

One of my favourite winter warmers is a casserole. The combination of meat (usually), vegetables, spices and herbs slow cooked in the oven or on the hob to mouth-watering deliciousness is a cosy comfort.

Casseroles can be prepared in advance, stored in the fridge or freezer and reheated when required.

If reheating from frozen, it is best to thaw the casserole in the refrigerator or thaw on low heat in the microwave. With faster thawing more liquid could result meaning you may have to thicken the hot ingredients with a flour and water paste.

Casseroles are full of appetising goodness because they are cooked in a tightly covered container with a small amount of liquid. The nutrients are not boiled or drained away. For the tastiest results, always use low heat, preferably about 160 degrees Celsius, but certainly nothing higher than 180 degrees. Most meat casseroles will take about two hours to cook at 160 degrees Celsius.

TAMARILLO RED WINE PORK 1kg diced pork freshly ground black pepper to taste 3 rashers bacon, chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, diced 200g button mushrooms, sliced 1 tablespoon each: mixed dried herbs, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar 1 cup red wine 4 tamarillos, peeled and halved crosswise Preheat the oven to 160°C. Sprinkle the pork generously with black pepper.

Sauté the chopped bacon in half the oil in a large casserole suitable for the hob and oven. When nearly crisp, add the onion and mushrooms. Sauté until lightly coloured. Place aside.

Brown the pork in batches in the remaining oil. Return the bacon mixture to the casserole and mix well. Add the herbs, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and red wine. Mix well. Cover

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together with the mustard, herbs and seasonings. Cover and cook in oven for 2 hours.

Ten minutes before the end of cooking time, remove the casserole lid and stir in the red capsicum. Spread the croutons with butter and herbs and place on top of the meat. Cook for 10 minutes. Serves 6-8.

CARBONNADE Onions: 125g bacon, diced 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 large onions, diced 2 teaspoons sugar Meat: 1.5kg chuck or blade steak 4 tablespoons cornflour Liquid: 330ml black beer 1/2 cup beef stock Seasonings: 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard bunch fresh herbs tied with string salt and pepper to taste 1 roasted red capsicum, seeded and diced Croutons: 6-8 slices French bread, lightly toasted 25g butter 2 tablespoons chopped mixed fresh herbs Preheat the oven to 160°C. Sauté the bacon in half the oil in a large casserole suitable for the hob and oven. When nearly crisp, add the onions.

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Te Awamutu’s run of successive losses must come to an end on Saturday if the side is to avoid finding itself bottom of the WaiBop football championships.

The side travels to Gordon Spratt Reserve to play bottom of the league Papamoa – a side they beat 3-0 at home.

And to add to the challenge, Papamoa’s first team is home in the main game – a derby against Tauranga City in the Premier league. That means the host club should be out in force.

The football spies are already anticipating seeing Papamoa fielding a strong combination against Te Awamutu, who will have strikers Brad Egglestone and skipper Joel Roil back on duty.

Papamoa sits midtable in the premier league, but its reserves are bottom of the Championship, two points behind a Te Awamutu side which has endured a series of successive defeats and not much luck.

The championship has proved a dog fight of considerable proportions as teams which look title contenders one week collapse in a heap the next.

Leaders Cambridge were beaten for the second week in a row on Saturday.

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Michael Roberts opened the scoring for Te Awamutu last weekend.

Awamutu’s 2-1 home loss last weekend to Tauranga Old Boys had some credibility to it. Blues now have the best record in the competition – but with games in hand sits third on the ladder.

Coach Jim Grainger said it was the best performance his side had put in for several weeks and they deserved more.

Michael Roberts’ first goal for the club on eight minutes had Te Awamutu ahead after eight minutes, but it was 1-1 after 24 when Old Blues scored from the spot.

The visitors grabbed a 62nd minute winner after a

frantic goal mouth scramble and substitute Jamie Bell was denied a very late equaliser by the save of the day from visiting keeper Arnaldo Perdomo.

Grainger was convinced the penalty was too soft to be given, but he credited referee Peter Caffell for his handling of a physical game in awful conditions.

“He was outstanding – the best refereeing performance I have seen her this season.”

Meanwhile, the club accent on youth continued last weekend when it hosted an inaugural junior’s indoor tournament.

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Trainer Jamie Richards was well-represented during the day with crack mare Avantage also in action and she will be chasing elite level titles at home while Entriviere is likely to campaign in Sydney.

Probabeel settled in a handy spot off the fence in her open 800m heat and she wasn’t pressured by rider Opie Bosson to hold her ground in the run home to finish third behind the Stephen McKee-trained O’Charm.

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GODBOLD, Douglas John, (Doug) – Passed away suddenly on Monday, 12th July 2021. Aged 73 years.

Loved husband of Karen for 50 years. Cherished Dad to Edella and Petra. Much loved Pop. At Doug’s request a private farewell has taken place.

All communications to The Godbold Family, c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800

HAMILTON, Gordon William – Passed away surrounded by his dear family at Waikato Hospital on Friday, 16th July 2021, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of Yvonne.

Wonderful dad and dad inlaw to Annette & Richard, Fiona, Glenda & Chris, Arran & Tracey, and Popa to Lincoln, Dilan, Miley, Bradley, Arianna, Izabel, Chopper, Billy, and a very special 0.9!

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