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The millionaire’s club By Mary Anne Gill

Cambridge has joined the million-dollar housing club and outside of six suburbs in Hamilton, has the highest median house value in the Waikato. CoreLogic’s Mapping the Market Report released this week showed the median house price in Cambridge last year was $1,070,350, up 24.8 per cent on the previous year’s $857,350. Leamington is up 24.1 per cent to $904,750. Other Waipā communities also saw significant median house price rises – Pirongia up 18.7 per cent to $812,150, Te Awamutu up 20.1 per cent to $714,100 and Kihikihi up 19.6 per cent to $667,550. Close Waikato district neighbours in Tamahere saw a 26.9 per cent increase to $939,550 while in Ōtorohanga and Te Kuiti, the median values were steady

at $505,600 and $387,950. Cambridge has joined Harrowfield, Rototuna, Rototuna North, Flagstaff, Huntington, and Queenwood in the Waikato million-dollar club. Median prices are calculated by taking the middle value when a data set is ordered from least to greatest. The increases in and around Waipā have been fuelled by low mortgage rates, limited stock and Aucklanders moving south but those contributors are already changing, CoreLogic chief property economist Kelvin Davidson told The News. “We can easily see a switch to a buyers’ market this year. There are very strong challenges coming - 2022 is going to be very different from 2021. I’m not saying house prices will fall though.”

For those who would struggle to sell and buy in the same market, another option would be to stay and invest in their property. “Some people can’t move so they say, ‘I’m going to stay where I am and add that extra bedroom’.” Top of those challenges are increased mortgage rates and a law change on December 1 which imposed tougher lending rules on buyers. Even those with pre-approved mortgages were finding banks are reviewing their offers, said one industry analyst. Forsyth Barr’s Cambridgebased head of wealth management research Matt Henry said the New Zealand housing market now looks more vulnerable after several good years. “We have some of the most unaffordable houses in the world,” he said. Continued on page 2

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Rental yields are lower than they used to be and with tax changes resulting in some clients being unable to claim depreciation, many investors were looking elsewhere to invest their money. “You can understand why people felt comfortable about housing for many years,” he said. It was safe and dependable. More-Re Real Estate director Peter Tong was unsurprised by Cambridge’s median price rise. “Cambridge is a desirable destination particularly for Aucklanders,” he said. “It’s going to be a different playing field this year and the

banking changes have made it harder for first-time buyers. “But I’m still getting a lot of calls from Auckland. Our open homes were back this week and there are still people out there looking to buy,” said Tong. Those struggling to buy in Cambridge or Leamington were looking in Te Awamutu and Putāruru. “Generally, it’s around the greater Cambridge area.” Tong said he was not seeing rental investors getting out of the market yet. “Some landlords do have hearts and value their tenants.” First National Te Awamutu director Vayle Hammond said

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“The change in the lending rules have made it difficult for some buyers,” she said. One client had a pre-approval for $800,000 which had now gone down to $750,000. She recently sold a property in Te Kuiti to a buyer who saw it as more affordable and yet still close to Hamilton. Other trends were for people to buy “two bedders” rather that three to four bedroom houses. “Last year everybody predicted a plateau but we would need an awful lot more listings for that to happen.” • See: Clouds on the horizon, page 11.

On the beat with Senior Constable DEB THURGOOD Court…and the acts I hope that the adjustment of going back to work for many, wasn’t too hard! My work has been varied over the last couple of weeks. Last Monday I got the opportunity to work at Te Awamutu District Court as the court orderly. My role was to assist the authorised officer in ensuring the smooth running of the court process that day, whilst being on hand to deal with any new offending or disorder that can sometimes occur. A community magistrate, not a Judge, was sitting. Community magistrates are part-time, lay members of the judiciary process. There are around 14 community magistrates working nationally. They have wider powers than a Justice of the Peace and are selected to reflect the varied make up of our communities holding different life experience and skills. A community registrar may preside over court for offences carrying a penalty of up to $40,000 fine and three months

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imprisonment. They cannot impose the imprisonment sentence directly, however. Court on Monday saw the community magistrate dealing with list court, which included first appearances for people who had been summonsed, and some hearings previously adjourned, for example for legal advice to be sought. As is often the case for community magistrates court, driving charges dominated the day with some other minor offending also featuring. Some cases were dealt with on the day, meaning offenders were sentenced immediately after entering a guilty plea, while cases were put off to another date to enable things such as legal aid applications to be processed. This weekend, I will be walking a different beat at Soundsplash, a festival combining music, art and culture. 2022 sees the festival move from its former home in Raglan to Mystery Creek. Yes, summer is certainly the season for concerts and festivals and as always, it pays to be prepared. If possible,

attend with a group of friends or family and look after each other. Manage your food intake and hydration and don’t forget the sunscreen. Organisers do their best to create a safe and inclusive vibe, nevertheless, be aware that such events are a gathering of all types of people. At any largescale event there will usually be opportunistic thieves. If camping, leave valuables at home and keep your essentials close. Keeping the variety of people who will be present in mind, don’t let yourselves or a friend be coerced by others into any situation in which you do not feel comfortable. Organisers have a blue zone and wellbeing hub where you can chill out, get help, advice and medical care if required. Use common sense, enjoy the event and stay safe. Have a great week and if you are going to Soundsplash and see me, say hi. Deb

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Briefs… Fire season

The northern and central zones of the Waikato Fire District are now in a prohibited fire season. A permit is required to light an open-air fire. To get information on whether your planned activity requires a permit, go to checkitsalright. nz.

Sound splash

Waikato’s Soundsplash festival will be at Mystery Creek from today (Thursday) through to Saturday. The annual three-day festival saw thousands of youth flock to Raglan the previous five years but was moved to a bigger site due to Covid-19 related spatial requirements.

Craft Fair returns

The St Andrew’s Craft Fair returns to Cambridge on Auckland Anniversary Day, Monday January 31 from 9am to 2pm. There will be 120 stalls to accommodate a Covid-related layout, the church will be closed, and all those attending will have to show vaccine passes at signposted entry points.

Staffing crisis

A major labour shortage in the hospitality industry is being felt in Cambridge and Te Awamutu, with restaurants desperate to find staff, particularly chefs. Some restaurants are considering reducing opening hours while others are understood to be considering closing. This comes as the industry is buzzing.

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Health warnings at Waipā’s largest peat lake remain in place. Waikato Regional Council reported a large algae bloom was building at Ngaroto before Christmas, and at the turn of the year videos showed dozens of dying fish in the lake. Algae occur naturally in rivers, lakes and streams, and flourish during hot and fine conditions. Work has been carried out by Waipā District Council this month on the lake’s boat ramp.

What’s in a building’s name? By Mary Anne Gill

New Zealand-born cycling giant and now Swiss-owned cycling manufacturer Avanti will continue getting free publicity in Waipā, even though its 10-year naming rights deal with the Cambridge Velodrome has ended. The National Cycling Centre of Excellence velodrome became Avantidrome in 2012 through a partnership with The Home of Cycling Charitable Trust and Sheppard Cycles, which then owned Avanti. Directional and information signs sprung up around the district referring to the Avantidrome rather than the velodrome. Some Waipā District Council signs continue using the Avanti name. Waipa Transportation manager Bryan Hudson confirmed all official directional signs on the Expressway and major roads use the term Velodrome. “There may be unofficial signs around, but I am not aware of them.” Several of the signs on the Te Awa River ride mention the sponsored name. Hudson said the council could review those signs and make sure it was updated. It raises questions over who will foot the bill to remove the old name when the updates take place, or if new sponsors raise questions. Unless the council also entered a deal with the sponsors, which is unlikely, then the bill will fall at the feet of ratepayers. “(The) general policy is that

facilities will be given generic names on road signs not sponsorship names,” Bryan Hudson said. “The one exception is the large brown and white tourist signs which may have a commercial name on them, but these are paid for by the business and if the business name changes then the owners would be required to change the signs at their cost.” Waipā District Council provided $1 million more than a decade ago in funding to ensure the establishment of the National Cycling Centre of Excellence in the district but had placed a number of conditions on the funding. One of those was that the net cost of borrowing to service the grant did not impact on ratepayers. The redundant Avantidrome sign issue underlines the influence sponsorship deals can have – because third parties, who have no contractual obligation to call established facilities by a new sponsors’ name often do. And frequently where television interests are involved, the sponsor’s name gets enormous publicity. Media outlets, like The News, are regularly pressured to call the sponsored venue or contest by the sponsor’s name. The News’ policy is to allow sponsors’ name into the copy at least once but never in the introduction. The difficulty is when the sponsored name becomes so well-known and synonymous with the venue – for example, the Avantidrome, Spark Arena.

Signs on the cycleway point to the velodrome – using the old sponsor’s name

Not all efforts to rename places and stadia work, though. In the UK, where many football stadiums are now being rebranded, efforts to rename St James Park - the home of Newcastle United, as of late last year the world’s richest club, led to protests from fans. After four years, the club announced it was reverting to the original name – but then, only sponsors and acquiescent media ever called it the Sports Direct Arena. Hamilton City Council identified an issue more than 20 years ago with Seddon Park and Waikato Stadium and effectively future proofed its signs, naming the two iconic venues as significant Hamilton city landscape features.

…but the council points to the velodrome on this road sign.

Riders raise warnings over cycleway By Mary Anne Gill

A car with an out-of-town driver leaving one of Cambridge’s motels allegedly hit a cyclist riding along the Hamilton Road Cycleway on Tuesday. Details of the incident appeared on social media posts with the cyclist saying while he was unharmed, the incident appears to have highlighted a potential issue for the users of the new cycleway. “The driver wasn’t coming out especially slowly, nor checking if anything was coming,” the cyclist reported. “If he had checked, it wouldn’t have happened. If he was going slower or had looked, I’m confident I could have swerved and avoided him,” the cyclist said. The News has not chosen to identify the cyclist but has contacted him via Facebook Messenger for further information. “I’m not blaming him, nor upset with him. It was

an accident, these things happen. He was also very apologetic and gracious.” The cyclist said the driver was from out of town and staying at the motel. He was unaware of the cycle way out front.

‘The simple issue here is that there is a host of vehicle access with obscured vision due to six feet fences with a cycle way barely two metres out.’ “The simple issue here is that there is a host of vehicle access with obscured vision due to six feet fences with a cycle way barely two metres out. “Simple fix would be to lower the height of the fences back two metres from the boundaries allowing more vision,” said the cyclist. An earlier posting on the social media platform said drivers’ vision when coming out of driveways

on Hamilton Road was restricted in some places and they were unable to see someone on a bike until it is too late. “The section between Bryce and Grey Sts needs the most attention especially where the two motels are. You can’t see anyone on exiting,” the report said. The author said she had seen other close incidents including a cyclist who narrowly missed the front of a car that had turned from Hamilton Road into Bryce Street. “It was dusk, no lights or (the cyclist) was not wearing any form of hi viz so he could be seen.” “It was not the driver at fault but the cyclist,” she said. “A friendly heads up to everyone using this shared path, also the other side as well. (There’s) been a few close calls due to people walking and on their phones. Be safe on our paths, cycle so you stop quickly and check driveways.”

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Talking Piarere

Waka Kotahi staff will front up to shoppers in Cambridge next Tuesday to discuss the proposed solution to one of the region’s biggest black spots. The intersection of State Highway 1 and 29 at Piarere is to be moved and turned into a roundabout under proposals waiting for clearance from the Waikato Regional Council and the South Waikato and Matamata-Piako district counicls. The roading agency will set up shop outside the BNZ in Cambridge next Tuesday from 3-6pm to give punters an opportunity to discuss the plans. To create space for the roundabout, Waka Kotahi wants to swing State Highway 1 north west of the existing intersection, and establish the roundabout with exits to the main highway south

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and to State Highway 29. A northwest exit from the roundabout, which initially will be a road to nowhere, would eventually be the link to the Waikato Expressway. The intersection brings traffic from the south, north and Tauranga together. It is a busy business route and extensively used by holiday traffic. National was set to extend the Waikato Expressway to Piarere, but the Labour led Government shelved the project – a move which drew considerable criticism. Waka Kotahi has since approved a business case for the 16km, $630 million-plus extension of the expressway – but work will not start for at least five years. Thumbs up from Ethan Twaddle after his vaccination on Monday watched by his mother Andrea Twaddle, right, and nurse Andrea Johnson at Unichem Family Health in Cambridge.

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Ethan Twaddle was one of 1220 Waikato tamariki vaccinated against Covid-19 with the child version of the Pfizer vaccine on Monday. The nine-year-old Cambridge Primary School student was a little apprehensive but quickly recovered to spend the rest of the day boasting about the experience online to his friends. His mother Andrea Twaddle said her older son William, 12, was vaccinated shortly after his birthday last year while Jacob, 5, was waiting to see how Ethan fared before committing to the vaccination. Andrea took her son to Unichem Family Health Cambridge where more than 300 people queued throughout the day to get their children vaccinated. A Waikato DHB spokesperson said 43,766 children aged between 5 and 11 in the Waikato who could get their

first dose, and their second dose at least eight weeks later. Meanwhile Waipā continues to lead the way in the Waikato with 93.9 per cent of the population fully vaccinated, just ahead of Hamilton and Waitomo. Among Māori, another 582 people are still to get their second dose to take Waipā from 80 per cent to 90 per cent. A pop-up vaccination clinic will open at the Kihikihi Anglican Church in Lyon Street today (Thursday) and tomorrow from 10.30am to 3.30pm. The Te Awamutu Vaccination Centre in Arawata Street will be open today and tomorrow from 9am to 4pm. By Tuesday this week, there were no active Covid-19 cases in Waipā. Parents or caregivers can book their tamariki and other people book their first, second or booster vaccinations at BookMyVaccine.nz to get immunised with their usual health provider, hauora, pharmacy, or general practice.

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Australian marsupials introduced in acts of extraordinary folly are headlined by the brushtail possum. After they were released in 1837 to create a fur trade, their numbers peaked at around 70 million. They have fallen to an estimated 30 million as a result of pest control. Wallabies, introduced about 50 years later in the late 1800s, also with a view to establishing an industry

for their skin and sport, are also an expensive unwanted addition. Several species were introduced to Kawau Island and one each on the North and South Island. Today their numbers are counted in the tens of thousands. Bennet’s wallabies are mostly found in South Canterbury and the Dama wallaby in the Rotorua Lakes area. Removing them is no easy task.

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On Kawau Island, where Governor George Gray introduced them in 1870 along with other exotic species, controlling them has been a major task – pest control work has been continuing with limited success on the 2020ha island since 1923. Ironically, the Parma wallaby introduced to Kawau Island was for some time thought to be extinct in Australia and in 1967 the eradication programme stopped so that they could be caught and repatriated. It later transpired enclaves of Parma were still to be found in Australia. But the offspring of the Kawau Island population are smaller than their Australian bred relatives, and it is thought to be a consequence of the limited food resources on Kawau. Also in 1870, several Bennetts wallabies were imported from Tasmania to Christchurch and bred. Four years later the breeding unit provided animals which were liberated in the eastern Hunter Hills near Warmate. The message that the animals were not suited to New Zealand did not get home. Dama wallabies were released in 1912 near Lake Ōkāreka – a few minutes’

drive from Rotorua. “We have a real concerted effort underway in partnership with regional councils, the Department of Conservation, manawhenua, industry groups and landowners to try to contain existing wallaby populations, because left unchecked, they could cover a third of the country over the next 50 years,” Biosecurity New Zealand’s director of readiness and response, John Walsh said. Bennett’s wallabies dominate South Island numbers and Dama wallaby dominate the north. It is estimated damage caused by wallabies will costs $84 million a year in lost farm production and ecosystem services by 2025. “We can’t afford to let wallaby populations spread further,” says John Walsh. Holidaymakers out tramping and camping this summer are being urged to keep an eye out for signs of the pest. John Walsh says while wallabies are naturally elusive, hiding in bush or scrub during the day and coming out to feed at night, reported sightings of wallabies – dead, alive, paw prints, or droppings are fundamental to the success of

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Pumping iron for the planet

By Steph Bell-Jenkins

After bringing a new kind of ice cream to Cambridge in 2017, entrepreneur turned personal trainer Tom Montgomerie has cooked up another cool idea. The former St Peter’s School student now wants to raise $5000 to buy hundreds of trees for Cambridge. He plans to fund the trees by running a series of outdoor exercise classes at Lake Te Koo Utu launching next month. Run through Snap Fitness and catering to people of all ages and fitness levels, they will be 30-45 minutes long and cost $10 each, with every dollar raised ploughed into the tree fund. “Everyone knows about climate change and everything that’s going on and we all have a responsibility to do something about it,” Tom, 21, said. Participants will even have the chance to put their newly toned bodies to good use planting the trees around town in conjunction with the Cambridge Tree Trust. “Everyone who does one exercise class will raise enough money for one tree, so come along and burn off your Christmas pudding and do something good for the planet at the same time,” Tom said. “I think it’s going to be a whole lot of fun. If you train all the time it’s nice to exercise outdoors with new people and if you’re new it’s a great way to start. It’s very social and it’s for a good cause.” Cambridge News readers may know Tom through Copper and Cream,.an ice cream business he started in 2017 and ran for two years. While in year 12 at St Peter’s School he imported an ice cream machine from Thailand, incorporated it into a caravan and

sold his product in Cambridge and at markets around the Waikato. “The machine had two cold plates that went down to negative 23 degrees,” he said. “You’d pour on the ice cream mix and the customers would pick and choose their flavours and you’d make it in front of their eyes in 30 seconds. I loved the theatre of it. Everyone was attracted to the way it was made and I enjoyed entertaining people while I was doing it.” The experience gave Tom a taste for working with people and after finishing school and selling the business in 2018, he gained a Diploma in Hospitality and Hotel Management from Queenstown Resort College and set off on his OE. Passionate about health and fitness, while in Australia he studied personal training to enhance his personal knowledge but never thought he would use it. However, when Covid-19 struck he returned to New Zealand and began working as a personal trainer at Snap Fitness. “I’m loving it and I think I’ll continue working in the health and fitness space for a wee while,” he said. “It sounds cheesy, but helping people achieve their goals is so rewarding. I think the gym is a scary place for a lot of people and getting them through that and helping them through their health and fitness journey is great. I feel the most gratification when people make results and have real benefit from exercise.” Anyone interested in Tom’s New Year fitness classes can sign up through the gym or contact him on 027 274 6558. PICTURED RIGHT: Tom Montgomerie is aiming to help raise $5000 for a Cambridge tree planting project.

Intersection Improvements at Piarere Construction planned to replace the existing State Highway 1 and State Highway 29 T-intersection at Piarere with a roundabout will make a significant improvement to road safety. Waka Kotahi has lodged resource consent applications and notices for requirement for alterations to designations for construction of the roundabout with Waikato Regional, Matamata-Piako and South Waikato District Councils. The Councils manage the public notification process including receiving written submissions. Submissions opened 1 December and close 9 February 2022. To make a submission, visit: www.waikatoregion.govt.nz/nzta-app143644 On Tuesday 25 January from 3-6pm 2022 outside the BNZ, Victoria Street Cambridge, members of the project team will be available to discuss the project and consenting process. All welcome.

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Last Boxing Day it was sad to learn of the death of church leader and theologian Archbishop Desmond Tutu. A significant figure, he had crammed much into his 90 years on earth. Following earlier involvement with the anti-apartheid movement and as a human rights activist, he became the first black African Bishop of Johannesburg, then Archbishop of Cape Town. Desmond Tutu witnessed endless examples of injustice and mankind’s capacity to harm fellow human beings. A major part of his message was reconciliation and forgiveness. He once stated, “Until we can forgive the person who harmed us, that person will hold the keys to our happiness, that person will be our jailor. When we forgive, we take back control of our own fate and our feelings… We forgive ourselves.” I’ve observed that people will often withhold forgiveness because they feel that to forgive exonerates someone else’s wrongdoing - that as a victim, it trivialises pain they were subjected to via another’s actions. Yet as Desmond Tutu said, sadly, holding onto unforgiveness we imprison ourselves… within walls of bitterness. In 1940 when Germany invaded the Netherlands, Jewish residents suffered particularly. Among the Dutch people, many sided with the Jews finding ways to protect them. Such was the Ten Boom family who lived above a shop where father, Casper operated his jewellery and watchmaking business. Though the police headquarters was only half a block away, Corrie Ten Boom and sister Betsie opened their home to Jewish refugees and members of the resistance

movement. As a result they were sought after by the Gestapo and its Dutch counterpart. A secret room behind a false wall in Corrie’s bedroom held 6 people. All in all, it is estimated that around 800 Jews were saved by the Ten Boom’s efforts, but their work ceased when an informant led to the entire family’s arrest. Casper died in prison 10 days later. Corrie and Betsie were imprisoned at Ravensbruck where they endured unspeakably shameful indignities. Corrie was released 12 days after Betsie died in December 1944. Afterwards, Corrie learned that her release was due to a clerical error and that a week later, all the women in her age group were sent to the gas chambers. After the war Corrie travelled as an international speaker and wrote extensively. Her message of forgiveness, hope and of God’s power to redeem is the theme in her best-seller ‘The Hiding Place’. There, she tells of speaking at a gathering where a smiling man came up to her at the conclusion with his hand outstretched. Corrie instantly recognised this evidently repentant man as one of the most vile of the guards at Ravensbruck. She recoiled as past memories flooded back. And here he was in front of her - smiling, hand outstretched, saying, “Isn’t it wonderful to know God’s forgiveness!” Seconds scrolled seemingly like minutes while she battled revulsion and the desire to shun this man’s hand - finally making her choice. Receiving his hand, she felt God’s overwhelming grace and mercy flood her being. To forgive brings freedom. That is a theme we’ll explore more in next week’s column.

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Our own Dads’ Army

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Eight decades ago Cambridge’s very own Home Guard was protecting their patch from Nazi tyranny. The Cambridge Home Guard was formed in July 1940, following the example of the 1.5 million Brits who had begun forming their own local militias earlier that year. At the first meeting, held on Fort Street, more than 120 men turned up to enlist and by September the fighting force had nearly doubled. The Company was to be commanded by Captain Edward Kennedy with the four platoons of the Cambridge Home Guard being commanded by Alf Swayne, Arthur Richardson, Willie Webber and Dave Lundon. Subsequently a Roto-o-Rangi platoon was formed and was commanded by Captain David Dillon and later a Karāpiro platoon was also formed, in part to defend the dam from any enemy attacks.

In late 1941 a mock battle was staged at the Cambridge Gasworks (now the Gaslight Theatre) with the platoons led by Swayne and Lundon taking the place of enemy forces and those of Richardson and Webber fighting to subdue them. The tactics and actions of all the platoons were praised by their Commander. In 1942 members of the Cambridge Home Guard and a number of soldiers who had returned to Cambridge on leave used the Kaimai Range as a training ground and the poem ‘Kaimai Battle’ was duly written, recording their exploits. The poet records how the men set off early with “heavy packs... weighted down with tools and grub” and trekked through “boggy tracks” in the pouring rain before building huts, felling trees to light fires and running training exercises. As Japanese forces increasingly expanded their presence in the Pacific the existence of Home Guard

companies like Cambridge’s became a matter of necessity in case the Axis forces should venture to occupy New Zealand. Many cities had anti-aircraft batteries and the likes of Raglan had laid anti-tank traps to prevent any coastal invasions; in Cambridge members of the Home Guard used treacle, cocoa and other tins to make Molotov Cocktails and other explosives and some members were sent to Narrow Neck Military Camp in Auckland for a fortnight-long course on the laying of anti-tank traps and other methods of guerrilla warfare. By the time the New Zealand Home Guard was disbanded in December 1943 more than 740 men had served in the Cambridge Home Guard (a sizeable chunk of Cambridge’s population of 5000, given that most able-bodied men would have already gone to serve overseas) and had been instrumental in ensuring New Zealand was defended against any potential invaders.

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Happy children at playtime

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The revamped junior playground in Cambridge’s Thornton Road overlooking Lake Te Koo Utu has proved a real winner among its target audience – children and parents. The audio and sensory items are a hit, said acting Community Services manager Brad Ward.

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The makeover to the park aligned with Waipā District Council’s concept plan for the reserve in partnership with mana whenua and the community which was approved last year by elected members following consultation with the community. The redesign took about six weeks to complete after its initial start was delayed by Covid Alert level 4. It reopened in November. “A specific requirement of the new facilities was to provide increased inclusivity and accessibility, including audio and sensory items,” Ward said. “Selection of the replacement play equipment was targeted to deliver this specific project outcome.” Experienced play space contractors Brodiehailwood (design) and Fluhler Contracting (installation) worked together on the project alongside council staff, to rebuild the $64,000 playground. “Working largely within the same footprint to retain the mature trees surrounding the playground, the new equipment was designed to fit within the existing area with some slight changes for the new equipment,” Ward said. Residents could look forward to further upgrades this year with Fluhler Contracting preparing to renew the remaining senior playground assets as part of Stage 2, he said.

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Letters… Pedestrian access

I would like the Waipā District Council’s traffic planner to comment on the following dilemma. Recently I had the car serviced on Gillies Street, Cambridge. I live on Hall Street, adjacent to Queen Street, an easy walk home. I was looking after a toddler and baby and so a buggy was required. It was impossible to cross Albert Street as it was very busy and there is no pedestrian crossing. So I endeavoured to walk up the north side of Queen Street – there is no footpath on one side, and a steep drop from the “goat track” beside the road. Many trucks were passing just centimetres away. Why is Carter’s Flat effectively “cut off” for pedestrians? Maybe a councillor from this ward should try the route. Barbara Holloway Scott Cambridge Bryan Hudson – Waipā District Council Transportation Manager responds: In the past, the Carters Flat area was an industrial site with limited need for pedestrian access. We recognise that this area is changing with more commercial and service type activities attracting more pedestrians, so we are looking at a District Plan change which will also consider improvement options for the Carters Flat area to connect better with the rest of Cambridge for those walking, cycling and using passenger transport. A brainstorming exercise and some discussions with businesses and property owners was undertaken prior to Christmas which raised pedestrian connectivity as an issue to be worked on. While we have no firm answers presently, it is something we are very aware of and are actively working on.

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In response to Alan Hayward (letters, January 13), yes, it is very nice to have a nice pool in Cambridge. It is great for people to go and swim, and kids learning to do the same. With the drowning

rate in New Zealand it is paramount for all to be able to learn. What is not nice is not being able to go and swim there, yet it is a ratepayer’s paid for asset. Can I and others not being able to participate in using the pool get a refund/ rebate on our rates as we all pay for them? Same goes for other ratepayer paid for assets. I should add, I’m not a scientist but someone who queries the science. I’m also not against people getting the vaccine as it is their choice. Is Mr Hayward a qualified scientist? With statements like and I quote “others who remain seriously susceptible to the new variant” I believe that he believes the science as written and promoted by the main stream media. There is currently as per Pfizer no current vaccine available for Omicron. Omicron is stated to be more transmittable, yet less “deadly” as Delta. There is enough writing through medical journals on that. Does Mr Hayward believe that vaccinated people are at risk from unvaccinated healthy living people? Why would that be? Vaccinated people still get sick and are able to pass on the covid. Should healthy unvaccinated people be more worried about the vaccinated ones as they “believe” they are clear of the virus? I presume that he is also in favour of having 5-11 year children vaccinated? What is next? Six month old onwards? I see in the papers that for the 5-11 year old the vaccine is not a called vaccination but immunisation. And the children need a second shot as well. Will it stop there? I think not, as boosters are already promoted and given to the first vaccinated people. Israel is already using a fourth dose. I know I will get a few comments on the above but as I said before, it’s my choice. Bernard Westerbaan Kihikihi

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TALKING ECONOMICS

Clouds on the horizon The year 2022 started with good weather. But a storm arrived early. The economy in 2022 could be similar. It looks calm now, but storms are on the way. The only certainty for 2022 is that the economy is facing many uncertainties. I can’t predict what is going to happen – but I don’t think anyone else can either. One thing I can predict is the type of storms that could hit the New Zealand economy. Hopefully they will be like the recent cyclone and veer off and have only a minor impact. While the New Zealand economy performed better in 2021 than most expected, some underlying trends of 2021 could spell trouble in 2022 – and beyond. The first of these trends is inflation. At the end of 2021, inflation in many countries, including New Zealand and the United States, was at levels not seen for nearly 40 years. Throughout 2021 as the inflation level rose, many Central Banks said don’t worry, the rises are transitory and inflation will fall back without us having to do much. The Chairman of the US Federal Reserve said in late 2021 that he was putting the word transitory out to pension. It is an admission that the Federal Reserve has been wrong, and

By Peter Nicholl

inflation is going to be with us for a while. That means that one clear prediction for 2022 is that interest rates will rise. A second trend evident throughout 2021 was rising asset prices, especially for houses. A lot of measures were taken in 2021 that should have led to the house price bubble easing or stopping. While this hasn’t happened yet, the impact of these policies should be seen in 2022 and house prices will stop rising and even fall in some places. But the main policy problem caused by the house price bubble is the impact it has had on income inequalities in New Zealand. This will bedevil New Zealand long beyond 2022. I will come back to this issue in a subsequent column. A third trend evident at the end of 2021 was that unemployment fell to only 4 per cent and labour and skill shortages were appearing in many sectors. In this environment, wages should rise throughout 2022. The uncertain element is what will happen to immigration. But does New Zealand need to or want to return to the low-income model of growth based on importing labour? I don’t think so. Policy-making is made more difficult

for the Government by the fact that these policy dilemmas are inter-related. For example, rising wages would help address the income inequality issue. But they will put further pressure on inflation. There are few easy policy solutions for the New Zealand Government or for the Reserve Bank. The only set of policies that would help solve all the issues simultaneously are those that increase New Zealand’s low levels of productivity. One step in this direction would be an urgent cost-benefit review of all the regulatory requirements that have been placed on businesses and financial institutions over the last 10 years. For all of them, the costs are clear to see. For many of them, the benefits are much harder to identify. This is also an issue I will come back to in a subsequent column. On top of these home-based issues, the international political and economic environment enters 2022 in some turmoil. While New Zealand won’t be directly caught up in most of these international problems, we will not be immune to the economic impacts if any of them become serious. It should be an interesting year.

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Feds announce wellbeing talks Three speakers on resilience and mental wellbeing will feature in a series of free online lunchtime talks announced by Federated Farmers. They are Lucy Hone, Paul Wood and Tom Mulholland. Federated Farmers say isolation and the sometimes stressful nature of agriculture, with severe weather and volatile trading conditions, puts pressure on rural families. “The added restrictions, health risks and supply chain issues of Covid-19 have added another significant layer to that stress burden,” Federated Farmers employment spokesperson Chris Lewis says.

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Creationism vs evolution - Christopher Hitchens (a while ago now - he died in 2011) said ‘The debate is over’. Human-induced climate change vs natural cycles - Professor Brian Cox said more recently ‘The debate is over’. And in each case so it is; it’s accepted fact. Sure, there will always be a few flatEarthers on the fringes. In the case of climate change, the bigger problem is the people who don’t care - “I’m alright, and I don’t care about you”. Often an ‘ad hominem’ attack (otherwise known as ‘shooting the messenger’) will throw the dogs off the scent for a while. Rather than “I don’t agree with what she says” or “his views make me uncomfortable”, we get “she’s an idiot” or “he’s a liar”, neither of which add anything of any use to the conversation. Then there are those who choose to cast doubt on the facts because the truth is a bit inconvenient. Science welcomes challenge and informed debate: Scientists, unlike some, like to be proven wrong because along with the proof (if, indeed, proof it is) comes further learning. There may well be some regret and disappointment if a scientist finds that he or she has been barking up the wrong tree for years, but ultimately the road to truth is fraught with dead ends. Personally, the people I understand the least are those internet jockeys who read a few articles on a subject and deem themselves experts. It is known that the inner workings of social media and the world wide web at large tend to reinforce a viewpoint by offering content

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Devon Briggs’ 18th birthday this month marks a significant step towards his goal of competing in the Paralympics. He is now of age to shoot for the dream he has grittily pursued for years, and with a successful result at December’s track cycling championships in Invercargill, his eyes are now firmly on the prize, riding in the 2024 Paralympics in Paris. Devon has been cycling since he was 10. He was born with severe club feet, rendering his ankles effectively immobile. He has endured 19 painful surgeries so far and there will be more to come. But he craved physical activity and found the only non-impact sport he could safely enjoy was on a bike. A chance meeting with Mike van Enter, manager at The Cambridge velodrome’s bike shop, led him into track cycling, and it wasn’t long before Devon was showing real talent. “I got hooked really quickly,” he said. “Michael has been a mentor throughout. But it’s only in recent years that I’ve believed I had a real chance at making it on the international stage.” He has already racked up numerous successes and been widely recognised.

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He won the Para-Cycling Emerging Talent award in the 2020 Cycling New Zealand Road and Track Recognition Awards, and his success at December’s Southland Track Championships means he’s qualified for the Para-Cycling World Championships in April this year. They’re either in Paris or Canada – Devon is waiting to hear. There are still a few events to get through, a championship at the velodrome in Cambridge at the end of this month, and a national event in March. He has also been nominated for the Halberg Awards. Given Covid’s effects on training, he is surprised at how well he did in Invercargill. “I wasn’t

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expecting it, to be honest … it was a case of digging deep and keeping my goal in mind.” Digging deep characterises Devon. He has faced gruelling battles, both on and off the bike, yet remains positive about his future. He left Cambridge High School at the end of last year and is headed to Waikato University to do a business degree majoring in accounting. The April world championships will be followed by a road world championship event taking place in Canada in August. “I know there will be a lot of juggling involved, but Waikato is very supportive of high-performance athletes so I should be OK.” Right now, he’s running several part-time jobs and training whenever he can with coach Damian Wiseman. While in Invercargill, his natural ability with young riders was noted by former Commonwealth Games champion Glenn Thomson, who suggested Devon do a coaching course, which he did. In addition, because his particular disability also allows him to compete with able-bodied riders, he is part of a bunch-racing group at the velodrome. Devon was head librarian at Cambridge High last year, selected because he was a “stunning role model, someone who faced adversity, physical challenges and bullying”, said CHS library manager Glenys Bichan. “He had the resilience and tenacity to overcome them and flourish,” she added. “We watched Devon grow from a young lad who needed nurture and protection in the library space, to someone who could give it to others … he has become a leader and an inspiration to others.”

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OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 11.00 - 11.30AM w 47 Baxter Michael Crescent, Cambridge

- The uplifting ambience of this welcoming 5yr old home grows with you as you wander through. - Big views yet significant privacy; lifestyle features yet residential benefits; large yet an intimate feel; lush landscaping yet manageable maintenance. All set on a 1414m2 section (more or less). - A double winged design which integrates liveability. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3rd February, by 4pm

22a Stafford Street, Cambridge

- Private Cambridge East location, fully fenced, low maintenance back section. - Features include: HRV, heat pump, underfloor heating in bathrooms, high stud ceilings, master with ensuite and walk in robe, kitchen scullery, bi-fold doors in lounge and internal access garage with more to explore. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3rd February, by 4pm

Super Central - Stroll To Town

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OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 11.00 - 11.00AM w 34 Bryce Street, Cambridge

- You’ll enjoy the setting - fruit trees and patio’s - you have found your central town paradise. - A much loved 1950’s home; sunny section, offering the convenience of the Cambridge town centre only a stroll away. - Insulated ceiling and underfloor, rewired, broadband - fibre, sep toilet, sep laundry, carport and garden shed. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 2nd February, by 4pm

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18a Williamson Street, Cambridge

- Do you wish for central? Stroll to Cambridge town centre; the pool is across the road. - Features include: fresh decor, spacious living, master with ensuite and walk in robe, separate toilet, family bathroom with bath, large office nook, two living areas, double internal access garage. - Set in attractive gardens and a welcoming, private aspect. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3rd February, by 4pm

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- Set off the road, this 1004m2 section (including driveway) show cases a secure, private property. - Features include: a double carport and double garage - ideally set up for a workshop (away from the house); the master bedroom with ensuite; kwila flooring; two large living areas plus an office; attractive decking and the choice of outside entertaining areas. - Summer fun in this family home is calling.

- Walk to Cambridge centre cafes, Lake Te Koutu and schooling. - Brick and tile 1950’s home offering three bedrooms plus lined and carpeted standalone hobby room/home office. - New heatpump, new carpet throughout, citrus and fruit trees. - 895m2 (more or less) flat section to stretch out and enjoy. Auction (unless sold prior) 25th January, at 11am

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- An RPS 2020 build that has all you need in an executive home. - Features include: infinity gas hotwater, Smeg dble oven, instant hot/cold tap, butlers pantry, plantation blinds, separate lounge,covered entertainment area and carpeted garage. - Landscaping highlights the corner section giving separation from neighbours. A near new home showcasing quality and ambience. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 10th February, by 4pm

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141 Victoria Street, Cambridge

91 Shakespeare Street, Leamington

- Discover this well located, charming property. - Spacious living area, separate lounge, polished floors; 3 bedrooms plus large office/4th bedroom; internal access double garage plus separate single garage/shed. - Privacy from the road, sunny aspect. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3rd February, by 4pm

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Wendy Tong 027 555 0633

Lily Hooker 027 870 3317

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Outstanding Location - Exceptional Views

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- This solid plaster over block home is wonderfully renovated

throughout with north facing elevated views that will capture your imagination. - Large bedrooms are spread out over two levels. Open plan kitchen, dining and living upstairs is warm and friendly year round. - Upper Kingsley is an exclusive cul-de-sac location that gives a feeling of security and separation from a bustling world.

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17 Grosvenor Street, Cambridge

- 100m2 home plus a large freestanding double garage on a

458m2 (more or less) section and Cambridge East location. - Three bedrooms, separate lounge plus a family, dining, kitchen combined flowing out to a private covered back deck. - Location is absolutely sought after being a short stroll to Lake Te Koutu and into Cambridge Town. Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 4th February, by 12pm

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Inspired design and elegance are the hallmarks of this exquisite character home and garden in sought-after Cambridge East. Leafy garden views and sumptuous decor infuse the 1993 colonial style home with serenity, charm and a sense of old-world opulence. Featuring three double bedrooms, large living areas with wood-burner and heatpump, a beautiful and inviting private courtyard garden, luxurious bathroom, spacious laundry with external access and a carpeted double garage with attic storage - this home is beautiful and practical. The 680m2 (more or less) property features a stunning topiary garden, specimen trees, leafy archways and private spaces that are at once calming and magical - perfect for playing in. Properties of this calibre take love and decades to create and we are proud to be introducing this home to the market for the first time. Close to all levels of schooling, town, local shops and cafes, parks and walkways, this home is a must-see for the discerning buyer.

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Flavours

with Jan Bilton

Simply salmon

Salmon is a perfect summer food. It’s readily available, nourishing and quick and easy to cook. New Zealand’s fresh salmon is farmed in pristine coastal waters and in the chilly canals close to the Southern Alps. Salmon is a naturally rich source of top-quality protein, vitamins and long chain Omega-3s which are linked to the protection against heart disease and certain cancers, alleviation of arthritic pain, and the boosting of the immune system. But best of all its taste and versatility makes salmon a favourite of home cooks. When purchasing salmon allow about 100 to 200 grams per person depending on the cut, bones and skin. Fresh salmon should have a clean ‘sea’ smell — it should never smell ‘fishy’. Salmon can be stored in the fridge at less than four degrees Celsius for three to four days. However, it is best enjoyed as fresh as possible. Be careful not to overcook salmon — it is ready to eat when the flesh turns opaque and can be flaked easily with a fork. Smoked salmon is cured in a wet brine then cold smoked for 12 hours at 23°Celsius. Wood roasted salmon is also cured then hot smoked at 40°Celcius for about six hours and further cooked for a further 40 minutes at 90°Celsius. Smoked salmon can be enjoyed without further cooking. MIRIN & SOY GRILLED SALMON Serve with noodles or potato mash flavoured with a little grated lemon rind. 4 tablespoons each: soy sauce, mirin 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon each: wasabi, brown sugar 4 x 175g skinned and boned salmon fillets 2 spring onions Combine the soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil , wasabi and sugar in a bowl. Slice each fillet in half lengthways. Place in the bowl and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Thinly slice the green parts of the spring onions and place in ice-cold water to curl.

Mirin and soy grilled salmon

Salmon and pineapple salsa

Preheat a grill to medium. Place the salmon skin-side down on a foil-lined baking tray. Grill for about 5 minutes — brushing occasionally with the marinade — until golden. Drain the spring onions and garnish the salmon. Serves 4.

marinade over. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Cook the salmon on medium in a ridged frying pan or under a grill for about 2 minutes each side or until cooked. Serve with the pineapple salsa on the side. Serves 4.

SALMON & PINEAPPLE SALSA Summer entertaining sorted. Pineapple Salsa: 1 medium ripe tomato, diced 1/4 cup diced red capsicum 2 slices jalapeno pepper, diced 3/4 cup fresh pineapple cubes salt to taste 1 tablespoon sugar Marinade: 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, pineapple juice 1 teaspoon finely grated root ginger 1 clove garlic, crushed 4 boned salmon fillets (about 600g) To prepare the salsa, place all the ingredients in a small saucepan. Poach over low heat for about 5 minutes. Cool. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Combine the teriyaki sauce, pineapple juice, ginger and garlic in a bowl. Place the salmon in a shallow dish. Pour the

SALMON WITH POMEGRANATE GLAZE 1/2 cup pomegranate syrup or molasses 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard 8 salmon loins or 600g salmon fillets Combine the pomegranate syrup, orange juice, soy sauce and mustard. Brush about half over the skinless sides of the salmon. Marinate in the refrigerator for 10-20 minutes. Preheat the grill or a ridged frying pan to medium heat. Cook the salmon on medium-low, about 2-4 minutes each side depending on the thickness. Baste once during cooking with the reserved sauce. Great served with a rocket or watercress salad and potato rosti. Serves 4.

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SANDBLASTER/POWDER-COATER We are looking for someone to assist in our Sandblasting/Powder-Coating/Shipping (container loading) departments. Some experience in sandblasting or powder coating would be preferred but not absolutely essential if you have the right attitude and are willing to learn. The ability to pass a drug and alcohol test is a must as we do pre-employment as well as random testing together with a Police check. If you would like to be a part of our energetic team, please contact our office for application details or send your CV to: peter@giltrapag.co.nz Giltrap Engineering PO Box 83, Otorohanga, 3900 Phone: 07 873 4206

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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 20, 2022

FUNERAL SERVICES

ANNAN, Gwendoline Elizabeth – Passed away peacefully aged 92 at Resthaven Village, her home in Cambridge, on the 23rd September 2021. A celebration of Gwendoline’s life will be held at Trinity St Paul’s Union Parish of Cambridge Church, 43 Queen Street Cambridge, on the 23rd January 2022 at 1:30pm. Vaccine Pass required for attendance. Live streaming is available, please email debs_225@hotmail for details or phone 027 344 3883.

MONKS, Colin Arthur – Passed away peacefully aged 93 years on the 7th January 2022 at Resthaven on Burns, Cambridge. Dawn, Kevin, Stephen and their families would like to thank friends and family for their love and support over the last few weeks. A service for Colin was held at Trinity St Paul’s Union Parish Church, Cambridge on Tuesday 11 January 2022.

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SNELL, Roberts Henry (Bob) – Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on 22nd December, 2021 after a very brief illness. Aged 75yrs. Dearly loved father and father-in-law to Teresa and Bruce, Belinda and Ross, and beloved Pop to Lydia. A memorial service will be held on Saturday 22nd January at Hautapu Hall, Hautapu Road, Tamahere, at 2pm. Anyone who knew Bob is welcome to attend and remember him. Vaccine passports will be required for this service. All communications to the Snell Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.

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Hanoi Boy Limited, 40 Victoria Street, Cambridge, has made application to the Waipa District Licensing Committee for the issue of a on-licence in respect of the premises at 40 Victoria Street, Cambridge known as Hanoi Boy. The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is restaurant. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am-11pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Waipa District Licensing Committee, 101 Bank Street, Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street, Cambridge. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. No objection to the issue of a renewal licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the first publication of this notice.

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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 February 2022 – Tuesday 1 February 2022 Strategic Planning & Policy Committee 9.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU Wednesday 2 February 2022 Cambridge Community Board 6.00pm Cambridge Service Centre 23 Wilson Street CAMBRIDGE Tuesday 8 February 2022 Te Awamutu Community Board 6.00pm Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU Tuesday 15 February 2022 Service Delivery Committee 9.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU Tuesday 15 February 2022 Finance & Corporate Committee 1.00pm Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU Wednesday 16 February 2022 Maungatautari Reserve Committee 4.00pm Cambridge Service Centre 23 Wilson Street CAMBRIDGE Tuesday 22 February 2022 Council 9.00am Council Chambers 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU Tuesday 22 February 2022 Chief Executive Performance Management Committee 2.00pm Mayoral Office 101 Bank Street TE AWAMUTU Please visit the Council website for all associated updated Council meeting information as meeting venues may change according to COVID-19 Alert levels. www.waipadc.govt.nz/our-council/meetings-workshopscalendar As per Section 47A Modification to section 47, while the epidemic notice is in force for COVID-19, Waipa District Council will, where it is not possible to have a physical meeting that is open to the public, and if it is reasonably practicable, broadcast live the audio or video of the meeting and make an audio or a video recording of the meeting available on its Internet site or make a written summary of the business of the meeting available on its Internet site or both. Electronic copies of Council agendas are available on the Waipa District Council website prior to meetings.

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