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The Waipā community will give Cambridge fire chief Don Gerrand a huge send off on Saturday with a street parade and a service at the Town Hall.

Don died in Waikato Hospital on Monday following a resurgence of the cancer he had been quietly battling. The 72-year-old slipped away on the day Jocelyn, his wife of 53 years, turned 70. His passing was marked on Tuesday by family and firefighters who gathered mid-morning to lower the station’s flag to half-mast.

Don’s casket will travel to Saturday’s 11am service on the fire engine ‘Flick’, as part of a parade of fire service vehicles which will be driven up Victoria St to the Town Hall.

There, four big screens will be erected so people unable to nab one of the 500

available seats inside can watch the service. It will also be live-streamed on the internet.

The service will also see a medal presented to his family awarding Don honorary life membership to the brigade, something that was fast-tracked for the occasion by the Wellington hierarchy.

Several road closures will be in place from earlier on Saturday morning, and deputy fire chief Dennis Hunt said a relief crew from Hamilton will man the station for the day with their own vehicle to cover any calls coming in.

Don is survived by his wife Jocelyn, son Richard and daughter Stephanie, and their families.

At the time of his death, he had done 53 years with the brigade, 28 of them as fire chief, following his fatherin-law H L “Bush” Hooker into the service. The family

Family serving community: Don Gerrand, centre, with grandson Kase Gerrand, left and son Richie, right.

Leon Vincent lowers the flag to half-mast in honour of Cambridge fire chief Don Gerrand at Tuesday’s gathering, watched by firefighters Dion Williams, Peter Crawford, Peter Wright, Marcus Tidd, Kase Gerrand, Michael Graham, Shayne Dunkley, Tyler Six, Richard Crease, Michael Morton, Don Weinberg, Brad Pearse, Murray Brown, Glenn Phillip and Richie Gerrand.

Photo: Kirsten Gerrand

tradition continues with Richard serving 33 years to date, and his son Kase into his fourth year.

Since starting in November 1968, Don has amassed a slew of awards, among them a Queen’s Service Medal in 2008, a Cambridge Community Board Community Award, and the Melvin Jones Fellow Award from the Lions International Foundation.

He was named Cambridge News’ Person of the Year for 2021 in December.

Dennis, who has been with the brigade for 35

years and been deputy fire chief for two, said Don was the man behind the robust health and fine reputation attributed to the Cambridge brigade.

After announcing Don’s passing at Tuesday’s council meeting, Waipā mayor Jim Mylchreest led councillors in a minute’s silence to “recognise the immense contribution Don made to the Waipā district, and Cambridge in particular”.

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Honouring Don

By Viv Posselt

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“long and distinguished service”.

Deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk, who is coordinating the council’s role in the service, said it was appropriate for council to support the family in whatever way it could given Don’s contribution.

Dennis said Don had been working his regular shifts right up until he went into hospital on April 20.

“He told me he might be out of action for two to three months, but it wasn’t to be.

His will be huge boots to fill.”

Your News today…

Today’s Cambridge News is the biggest since early 2018.

It is a sign that Covid is in retreat and Waipā is recovering from the damage it has caused.

Headlining today’s News is a bumper Real Estate liftout – the cover is featured here - which introduces our agencies and dicusses the market and trends.

We also look at Waipā’s controversial planning strategy for transport and illustrate that for all the scepticism around public consultation, it may have been a silver bullet in coming up with a short term solution to Cambridge’s town centre traffic congestion.

We also salute, here on Page 1, the enormous contribution of the late Cambridge fire chief Don Gerrand, and inside look back on the life of former Cambridge Primary principal Keith Illingsworth.

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I hope you had a good week and that any children in your households have now settled back into school routines. I was proud to be able to join colleagues to represent Cambridge Police at the Anzac parade and ceremony last week. It was great to see such a good community turnout to honour those who sacrificed themselves for us.

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Money matters

I note Peter Nicholl’s comments on inflation. These lack a proper definition of the topic. That may be because there are several. In any event there is not too much to worry about. Most of us have been through high inflation before and survived. Was he talking about headline inflation, underlying inflation, true inflation, core inflation or some other wonderful kind?

When Dr Brash was the Reserve Bank Governor, he stopped reporting underlying inflation so the figures we have heard for the last 25 years have been a huge underestimate. Real inflation at present is likely to be an honest 15% and has been for some months.

Inflation is the result of all of us trying to

anticipate our need for future resources and buying in anticipation. Simple examples are bulk buying of grocery items. Inflation comes from both supply and demand and Governments try to control us by manipulating the economy mostly by controlling interest rates and adjusting taxes these days.

The effects of inflation are that you get less of anything for your dollar spent.

Peter Nicholl blames the RBNZ. People need to take responsibility for their own financial situation. For the last 50 years this country has lived beyond its means.

Governments and councils have borrowed too much money and shifted responsibility for repayment to generations yet to be born.

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As police, we often work together with our fellow emergency services. This week Cambridge has sadly lost another good man, Cambridge Chief Fire Officer Don Gerrand.

He will be much missed and I pass on my sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

In other news, last weekend police became aware of an assault involving a number of youth, within the Lakewood retail complex.

We have been able to identify those involved and investigations are progressing. We are also aware however that some present recorded cell phone videos of the incident and that they have since been shared amongst our young people.

Firstly, if you or your teenager see an assault in progress, please phone 111 and do not assume that others have called police.

When everyone makes the same assumption, sometimes no one calls.

As I regularly say, we can be more effective if we are made aware of incidents when they are in progress. Equally, if you become aware of your child having recorded or being in possession of such a video, please also consider contacting police.

Be aware that while witness accounts are useful for our investigations, gratuitous and unnecessary distribution of such videos risks glorifying the offence being committed,

creates community unrest and may impede a police investigation.

On a final note, I see that we have had a few drink driving catches lately. Some of these resulted from calls about dangerous driving but others were apprehended through our routine traffic checkpoints.

With social activities returning more towards normal, it is perhaps timely to give a reminder about the role we as a community play in reducing alcohol harm.

First and foremost, individual responsibility is key. As the saying goes, plan before you party. For every person that chooses to drive after having consumed excess alcohol however, there are friends and bystanders who witness their action. In that situation we each make a choice as to whether or not to intervene.

If unable to prevent or influence the person’s driving actions directly, call 111 and provide vehicle and driver details. Always also include a direction of travel or details of the persons intended destination. As hosts, ensure the safety of party invitees or patrons through providing food, offering accommodation or making available a sober driver. If you don’t drink and drive, you are a legend.

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Briefs…

Fees adopted

Waipā council has adopted new fees and charges for the new financial year starting July 1. One submitter wanted to see charges for overdue library books removed. Staff supported this but said they would need time to review the cost implications and would bring a recommendation back for next year’s Annual Plan.

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Road issue ramped up We say

‘Plan ahead’

A Waikato and South Auckland agricultural industry group, Rural Support Trust, has urged forward planning by farmers. While it has poured a couple of times, and flooded Waitomo, in general rainfall has been low, and fallen a lot less regularly than normal, Ohinewai farmer and group chair, Neil Bateup said. He has urged farmers to maintain feed budgets, plan for disruptions, and communicate regularly with stock agents and other rural professions.

A hybrid meeting

Waipā District Councillors were able to meet in person for the first time the Covid Delta lockdown earlier this year on Tuesday. Cr Susan O’Regan who chaired the meeting described it as a hybrid, with some councillors and staff appearing in person and others by Zoom.

Playground open

Lake Te Koo Utu’s new senior playground is now open for children in Cambridge to enjoy. Work began on the playground, at Te Koo Utu on Thornton Road and took 12 weeks to complete. The upgrade was the final part of Waipā District Council’s renewal of the play space at the popular location.

Acting Community Services manager Brad Ward said the senior playground upgrade is a great addition alongside the new junior playground.

Peak time just after 5pm at the southern end of the Waikato Expressway – while Cambridge is congested.

By Mary Anne Gill

A quick fix for Cambridge’s traffic congestion has been rejected

by Waka Kotahi.

The suggestion to add on and off ramps to Waikato Expressway at the southern end of Cambridge near Cambridge Golf Club came from several submitters to Waipā District Council’s draft Transport Strategy this week.

Submitters included Cambridge Chamber of Commerce chief executive Kelly Bouzaid, Peter FoxWorthington, Warren Beard, Simon and Jane Makgill.

Beard encouraged the council to “absolutely argue, yell and scream at Waka Kotahi that an on ramp to go north be added.”

“It would also mean trucks and large vehicles do not need to go through the middle of Cambridge town to go north. As Leamington and all its new subdivisions grow over the next five years, only more traffic will want to use the motorway.”

Fox-Worthington, a real estate agent in Cambridge for 16 years, said it would be the most economic solution to the town’s traffic woes.

It would entice Leamington traffic to turn

right from the low level (Ferguson) bridge and then left onto the Expressway rather than go through town and onto the St Andrew’s Church roundabout where the congestion is at its worst.

An off ramp would also work for drivers coming off the Expressway and going to Leamington, he said.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency regional manager of Infrastructure Delivery, Jo Wilton said on and off ramps were never part of the Expressway design.

“There were a number of factors that were considered when formalising the design.

“For example, the amount of traffic likely to use any given route was balanced against cost.

“In this case, there would be relatively low traffic movements on these suggested ramps and motorists wanting to travel in these directions have other options.

“The Victoria Road interchange provides both northbound and southbound connections to the Cambridge township, some five minutes from this point,” said Wilton.

There are no plans to provide additional access points at this stage, she said.

Council staff in their response to the submissions said Waka Kotahi was not in favour of north bound ramps as it would encourage short trips around the town on the expressway which was not the purpose of an expressway and would lead to traffic congestion at ramps at peak times.

Fox-Worthington said that was nonsense.

“I go about two kilometres out of my way to get my child to school but I would not go on the Expressway to do that.”

The biggest congestion

problem in the town was the St Andrew’s Roundabout and anything which took traffic away from there, would be welcomed by residents, he said.

“Cambridge needs all north bound and northwest bound traffic from Leamington to be diverted from going through the town centre.”

Bouzaid said the council should look at some tactical solutions in the short term to control congestion while long term solutions were addressed. An on/off ramp would provide that, she said.

The under review Waipā District Council transport strategy, on the back of controversial efforts to make Cambridge more pedestrian and cycle friendly, is one of its most significant and controversial.

Council has struggled to get its messages through, even to some of its own councillors and there is a palpable lack of confidence the council is on the same page with residents over the timing of work on a third Cambridge bridge across the Waikato River.

It is no surprise to see submissions on the strategy run to over 650 pages. They have also thrown up some innovative ideas – notably calls for an off ramp to the north of the Waikato Expressway into Tirau Road near the golf course. The logic behind the proposal is clear – and the issue demands investigation.

The News has read all the submissions and will continue to give the transport issue a high priority.

Plan misses the plane

By Mary Anne Gill

The draft 30-year Waipā transport strategy pays little recognition to the importance of Hamilton Airport and Mystery Creek Events Centre, the two organisations have told the district council.

A joint submission between the airport, Mystery Creek and Titanium Park says the airport is an important regional transport hub, an economic growth driver with its influence extended beyond the Waipā district.

Council received 170 written submissions and one verbal to its controversial draft transport plan.

Nearly half came from Cambridge residents with many calling for a third bridge over the Waikato River, others asking

for more public transport options including on-demand buses and others saying too much had been spent on cycleways.

Three submitters, including the joint one, made presentations to the committee.

The others were Cambridge Chamber of Commerce and Bike Waikato.

The joint airport/Mystery Creek submission said given the strategy signalled a third bridge for Cambridge would be investigated, the council would also need to look at the form and function of Kaipaki and Mystery Creek roads and their connections to state highways three and 21.

The council adopted its transport strategy with several changes as a result of submissions. See our website www. cambridgenews.nz for a longer version of this story.

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Hall of fame bid rejected

By Mary Anne Gill

A last minute $750,000 request for Waipā District Council to fund a Sports Hall of Fame at the Velodrome in Cambridge has been declined.

But the council will first consult the community about the project and decide whether or not money tagged for a Cambridge Museum could be transferred to the Sports Hall of Fame.

The application was one of eight new applications for funds heard by the council’s Strategic Planning and Policy committee at its Annual Plan hearings this week.

The hall of fame is presently in Dunedin and councillors there are aware of plans to move it.

A consultation document on the Waipā District Council Annual Plan received 27 submissions and 14 were heard by the committee.

Council could add $43,500 to its budget to keep the rates increase for 2022-2023 to 4.4 per cent.

The Sports Hall of Fame application from the Home of Cycling Charitable Trust came from left field although it was clear from the submission there had been months of activity behind the scenes by a project team of Graeme Maw, Alan Livingston, Michelle Hollands, Rick Person, Miff Macdiarmid and Simon Perry.

That team canvassed iwi, Hamilton and Waikato Tourism, Sport Waikato, Brian Perry Charitable Trust

and Waipā council to establish the Sports Hall of Fame on the top floor of the Velodrome.

Cambridge Resthaven’s request for Waipā District Council to fund a $84,000 bedsit conversion was granted after staff found money in the Pensioner Housing Reserve Fund. It comes with a proviso that tenants who occupy the unit pay in line with the Pensioner Housing Policy meaning a tenant will pay no more than 30 per cent of their gross superannuation income.

The Cambridge Town Hall Community Trust will also receive $40,000 to establish a visual identity or brand, digital presence and bring the Town Hall back to life.

Its first task will be to establish a connection with the community. Chairperson Kirsty Johnson told the committee by establishing a brand strategy “we’ll have a solid foundation to begin a programme of engagement.”

Alasdair Nicoll of Ōhaupō was surprised at the lack of money council planned to spend on its peat lakes.

There is $26,000 allocated for planned operational expenditure and separate expenditure for Lake Ngā Roto, Rotopiko and Mangakaware.

“So this leaves 13 peat lakes to share $26,000 of operational expenditure between them. In other words $2000 each,” he said.

No additional funds were allocated but staff will liaise with Nicoll, who lives next to Lake Rotomanuka.

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Funding decisions

• Home of Cycling Charitable Trust: $750,000 (Declined) • Waikato Screen, NZ: $36,519 for the base operating expenses of Grow Waikato Screen for a three year period which can be paid in a one off lump sum or broken down to annual instalments of $12,173.

(Partially funded) • Friends of Hamilton Zoo Inc: $10,000 (Declined) • Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce: $15,000 for a feasibility study as well as $35,000 if the trial proceeds (Partially funded) • Ōhaupō Community, Sport and Recreation Centre: $10,000 (Declined) • Cambridge Town Hall Community Horizontal coloured version Trust: $150,000 (Partially funded $40,000) • Waipā Community Trust: $3500 (Funded).

Councillors were presented with a compelling report calling the Hall of Fame to be brought north to Waipā.

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Goodbye Louise, from Louise

By Viv Posselt

After three-and-a-half years in the job, Cambridge’s Louise Allen has moved on from her role as MP Support for Taupo MP Louise Upston.

She has returned to the Hamilton City Library, a place where she worked when her now grown daughter was just three.

“I loved it back then. It’s going to be quite familiar to me… like going home.”

Louise has become the face behind many of the local events involving Louise Upston.

She took on the part-time role in October 2019, thinking it would be a far easier gig than her then 60-hour a week job in early children’s education, certain she would pick up the administrative requirements with relative ease.

“At that stage, I had moved on from children’s education centres and was operating as a home-based provider. I had four three to four-year-olds in my care. I was feeling increasingly exhausted, so I answered the ad for the job as MP support.

“I had no idea what I was getting into,” she laughed. “I thought this would be a quiet little office job, but nothing I had done could have prepared me for it.”

What Louise didn’t know at the time was that the exhaustion she put down to working with young children was linked to a serious health problem, and after just six months in the job, she took five weeks off for treatment.

Even though she was more comfortable with the role when she returned, she said it took her a good couple of years to fully understand the complexities of the job.

“Louise has been a delight to work for. I don’t think I have ever met anyone who works as hard as she does,” she said, “and I’ve learned such a lot. This is an electoral

office rather than a National Party office, which means that supporters of any political party can come in, approach Louise and she will take their concerns to Parliament. She will advocate for anyone … people often don’t realise that.”

Covid was something of a game-changer during Louise’s tenure. While the physical office was closed, people could still make contact, with Louise as the conduit.

At one stage, an incident involving protesters at a meeting with the MP left her feeling particularly uneasy.

“I don’t mind the concept of protesting at all, and Louise [Upston] had already said she was willing to meet with them, yet they still came in and upset some of those attending the meeting. It was a really disrespectful display.”

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jobs was something Louise remembers her 7th form organ teacher telling her.

“She said that if you’re in doubt about pressing a key, then don’t. I have made a lot of choices in my life, some good, some bad, but I always remember that when I’m making a decision.

“I applied it this time around, and I’m pretty confident this is the right move for me.”

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OBITUARY – KEITH ILLINGSWORTH: 17.9.1924 - 15.4.2022

Scholar heads for the stars

By Viv Posselt

Keith Illingsworth will be remembered by many as the former principal of Cambridge Primary School, a kind community stalwart known for his love of words and quirky humour.

It was under his 1971 to 1984 stewardship that Cambridge Primary underwent its first major remodel, one that opened in May 1981. Keith had been central in ensuring that the school’s historic buildings were retained while the interiors were crafted to suit a more modern way of teaching.

He was a man said to have been passionate about teaching, an avid reader and a stickler for the correct use of the English language. Poetry was a special love, and some of his favourite sayings and poems were woven through his April 23 farewell service at Woodside Estate.

Keith died in Cambridge on April 15, aged 97. His son John Illingsworth said it wasn’t a sad day, rather it was “a momentous one” which recognised Keith’s long and meaningful life. He raised a laugh with a doggerel his dad wrote in 1980, “I’ll bet the ciggies will get me yet…”

“I calculated he had smoked 250,000 cigarettes,” John said. “He gave it damned good run for its money.”

When he was just eight, Keith’s father left home. He had been badly affected in the WW1 battles of the Somme and Passchendaele and his departure left their tough Manchester-born mother to raise the family single-handed.

John remembers his father as intelligent, exceptional at spelling and poetry, the ultimate scholar. “He went on to write a lot of his own poems, enjoyed nature and gardening… loved making wine and playing with his grandkids,” he said, adding wryly that their opposing

political views often led to spirited discussion between the two.

In the lead-up to WW11, Keith joined the Royal New Zealand Air Force, flying Tigers then Harvards. He later said his wartime experiences had opened his mind and helped him chart a plan for his life. After the war he did a carpentry course and built houses before entering teacher training and taking his first job at Koroniti School up the Whanganui River.

Throughout his career, Keith injected humour into his teaching. He was once said to have lauded the ‘humanising of education’, meaning schools were no longer the dreaded places they once were.

He deftly escaped censure for a mischievous streak that coloured his childhood. By his own admission, Keith wagged school more often than he attended, said John, and he and his mates regularly stole fruit. One escapade saw them stealing liquorice from postboxes, only to find it was a laxative.

Keith’s granddaughter, Julia de Blaauw, said he always had time for his grandchildren.

She recalled his irreverence, describing her grandfather as a “staunch leftie who had no patience for right-wing capitalist ideals”, and said Keith considered his laptop “the son of hell”.

Grandson Ryan Koppens remembered his grandfather’s ‘smash palace’, a special place filled with wondrous Keith creations such as bone carvings and home-made pan flutes.

John said his father had never been afraid of dying.

“He told me he would turn into atoms and electrons and travel at the speed of light out of the universe… his destination was Alpha Centauri, our closest star. Maybe we will see him Keith Illingsworth as Cambridge knew him. again, or maybe he is with us here now.”

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Board goes rural New New Zealanders

THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

AGE OF REASON

Cambridge Community Board members will spend two weekends discussing issues with rural residents.

A rural tour starts on May 14 at Whitehall Hall at 9am, Te Miro Hall at 10.30am and Fencourt Hall at noon.

Board members have made the tour for 24 years, missing only once, as a result of Covid, in 2020.

It had been planned to start the tour this weekend, but to respect those who want to attend the funeral of Cambridge fire chief Don Gerrand on Saturday the programme for Horahora, Maungatautari, Monavale and Kairangi halls has been delayed, potentially to May 21.

Community board members will be joined by Waipā mayor Jim Mylchreest, his deputy Liz Stolwyk, councillor Susan O’Regan and Waipa group manager - Service Delivery, Dawn Inglis. Waikato regional councillors Andrew MacPherson and Stu Kneebone will also make the tours.

Mylchreest said the hall meetings would present an opportunity for rural residents in the Maungatautari Ward to link in with their representatives and discuss any issues or concerns they might have. The elected councillor for the ward, Elwyn Andree-Wiltens, resigned at the end of last month.

I am continually amazed – and pleased – to see and listen to the growing number of immigrants who choose to call New Zealand their home.

This is often brought closer and more clearly to me when I interface with them at the town’s regular Justice of the Peace clinics in which I, and my fellow justices, take part.

Last week after dealing with a family from the Indian sub-continent whose children’s Kiwi passports had to be endorsed to permit dress alignment with their religious beliefs, I took a couple of minutes to sound

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out their satisfaction level as being embraced within this country. The week before I had the pleasure of assisting a Ukrainian (Kiwi) resident to complete a brand-new government form that will permit her terrified mother - who has fled from the appalling atrocities to a neighbouring country - to move here. These good people are fully contributing to the balanced fabric of our society.

People like this are a pleasure and an honour to assist. They have departed from the place of their birth for myriad reasons and seek peace, work, education and friendship in a far-off land.

And New Zealand certainly qualifies to being seen as far off.

Which brings me to the history of the JP system. In 1973 my swearing-in (two oaths) senior Wellington magistrate - the highly respected Senior Stipendiary Magistrate Ben Scully – barked at me from behind his pipe-strewn desk after I had been duly sworn – ‘you are a bloody fool as you will be doing it for life for free’.

And so, it turned out to be. JPs hark back to the 12th century when certain knights were responsible to the King as ‘keepers of the peace’. No relation, you will understand,

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to a burly guardian at a late-night bar. The title of Justice of the Peace (in the UK) derives to a 1361 act of parliament where the peace to be guarded was that of the sovereign.

The UK Bill of Rights in 1689 took the link to the sovereign away and perceived JPs as being of a similar social standing to members of parliament and thus able to influence them in the law-making decisions.

For many years those endowed with the title ran lower courts as they were at no cost to the legal or judicial system especially where cities and boroughs could appoint ‘their’ local people.

This clearly unfair system was changed in 1835 and all appointments now are from a central national point.

For reasons which frankly sadden me the UK did not permit women into the role until after World War I. The Canadians had made this sensible change almost four years earlier. Today here in New Zealand women play their full and correct part in the system for which we should all be thankful.

As each year passes – and one feels they know it all – up comes a matter that both surprises and causes the hand to reach out for the manual that we all have at

our elbow.

The manual, regularly upgraded with judicial changes, is further supplemented with quarterly group meetings to ensure we are all up with the latest developments. Interestingly dealing with electronic documents being a case in point.

JPs’ names are easily found in the annual Yellow Pages book every household used to receive. Those with a technical mind can find a justice on the JP website.

For those who do not know where to go, be advised that three times weekly in Cambridge there are JPs on duty to help you. They are available from noon to 2pm Mondays and Fridays at the Cambridge Citizens Advice Bureau, on Wednesdays at the Leamington Community Centre, at Te Awamutu Citizens Advice Bureau Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9.30am to 12.30pm and at Ōtorohanga Support House on Tuesday (noon -1pm) and Wednesday (noon-2pm).

The very willing and able staff at these two centres readily help to ensure that client and judicial appointee come face to face.

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Business as usual, ‘not an option’

By Benjamin Wilson

There is no long-term vision for public transport in Cambridge, says a Waipā district councillor.

In a personal submission to the Waikato Regional Council’s Public Transport Business Improvement Review, Roger Gordon voiced his concern at the lack of public transport options in Cambridge.

“I don’t believe that business as usual is an option. We do not have a strategic view of public transport for the town, and we are extremely limited

in our ability to influence any positive outcomes,” he wrote.

Gordon’s comments criticised Cambridge’s relationship with public transport and the town’s rate of growth, geographical size, and pre-existing bottlenecks.

“We are just looking at the next three, four, five, six years, and if this current rate of growth continues, it is going to have a major impact on the transportation network, and also the requirement of some form of public transport,” he told The News.

According to Stats NZ,

from 2018 to 2021 the population of Cambridge grew by 2600, or 10.1 per cent.

“I think now we have to look at Cambridge as a very big town, we just can’t assume that the challenges are the same as the smaller towns in the district.”

Although supportive of a proposed mode shift towards active forms of transport, Gordon told The News public transport was a necessity for Cambridge’s large retired community, who are less likely to engage with active transport.

Waipā District Council’s

key performance indicators for public transport were another concern of Gordon’s.

“Waipā’s Public Transport Business Case is devoid of meaningful strategic KPI’s,” he wrote.

In a workshop last month, Gordon also expressed frustration with the accuracy of the statistics used in Waipā’s Draft Transport Strategy.

He was told by consultant Robert Brodnax: “If you poke and probe any of these projections, you will find that they’re not 100 per cent accurate… as policy makers we have to work on

Rights as a tenant Board grants announced

Citizens Advice Bureau volunteers are often asked about tenancy issues.

Residential tenants are covered by the Residential Tenancy Act. You have a right to enjoy the property you are renting privately, undisturbed by others (including the landlord) and to apply to the Tenancy Tribunal if you have a dispute that can’t be resolved informally.

You also have rights regarding: • insulation, smoke alarms, heating and other Healthy Homes Standards.

• repairs and maintenance • rent, including when your landlord can increase the rent • bond, including what your landlord must do with it and when your landlord can make a deduction from it at the end of the tenancy • property inspections, including how much notice your landlord must give if they want to do an inspection • other renting costs, including who pays for fixing damage done to the rental property • ending your tenancy, including how much notice your landlord must give if they wish to end it • how a tenancy dispute you have with your landlord is resolved.

Visit Citizens Advice 62 Alpha Street, Cambridge from 9am to 4.40pm on weekdays, phone 07 827 4855, 0800 367 222, or email cambridge@cab.org.nz

Cambridge Community Board has allocated six grants totalling $15,897.61 in round two of its discretionary funding allocation.

The applicants applying for financial assistance must be a not-for-profit group or organisation and be providing a local community or welfare service for the benefit of the wider Waipā community.

Cambridge Community Board had $28,526.25 remaining in its uncommitted funds to allocate.

The successful applicants were: Cambridge Repertory Society, to purchase ladders for building and painting production sets $1658.26; Grey Power Cambridge, purchase of a data projector $1304.35; InterlockNZ Trust - Purchase project materials $5000; Leamington Croquet Club, lawn mowing $2000; Leamington Women’s Institute - to send a delegate to conference, $1500; Rotary Cambridge Urban Miners - make a household battery stand and cost of recycling batteries $4435.

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something”.

The Waikato Regional Council discussed their Public Transport Business Improvement Review last Thursday, and Waipā District Council heard verbal submissions to its Draft Transport Strategy on Tuesday.

Waipā District Council will discuss its Draft Transport Strategy next week.

“It is still an ongoing discussion. On a district level and on a regional level,” Gordon said.

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THURSDAY OCTOBER 22, 2020 THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

Telephone Rd still engaged A mandate to invest

Systems Manager Cara Lauder said. traffic north without going through is our first priority and until Thank you forof the I am humbled and honoured to have been world, a“Safety Rest assured, I’ll place where The sacrifice theprivilege very and ever!” enlisted and Hamilton will remain blocked for we can be pportunity of continuing elected as the MP for Hamilton East. My to advocate more and moresatisfied people that both the road best of our young men andto serve as The Māoricontinue King Te Rata was in found himself months. and rail are safe for road users and hewomen Member of Parliament for Waikato. wife of 23 years, AngeIa and I live in the strongly fordeclared, priorities at Gallipoli, have lost the ability in the First World War, London when War was The railway crossing at the southern trains, Telephone have thoroughly the last three electorate, our four children attend local within the Waikato. a sniper. He to see one another’s Road will remain at Gallipoli, and inenjoyed subsequent having enjoyed an audience end of State Highway 1B Telephone closed.” conflicts must not be forgotten. withmy King George by was wounded ears and am committed to continuing schools, play for local sports teams, and as a point of view. During We areV,a and, key region Road at the intersection with Holland The current staffed closure will Thework importance to behalf our local all reports, was verythe cordially and spent ard on your for the coming family we are immensely proud of our city. within country, the recent election Road was closed in early April, and be replaced with barriers at the and national consciousness received. He saw from hisstrong hotel growth some and timewell arliamentary term.

I acknowledge the work my predecessor experiencing campaign, I believe New Zealanders have the detour adds several minutes to intersection of Telephone Road and in the recent Anzac Day balcony in London the uproar recupera-ting in England and The election result on Saturday night poised to make a significant contribution to David Bennett did in the Hamilton shown that this is not who we are. As a journeys.

Amber Lane and at the intersection of commemorations country-wide on the streets of London, andrecovery. met a number of his Pākehā was a very clear win for the Labour Party, East electorate.Waka I alsoKotahi appreciate and New Zealand’s We must receive nationTelephone we can listen says the long-term Roadand anddebate.

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Britain declared war on on November pōrangi Pākehā!’

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Hamilton Christian 0800ofget timfelt (438 846), or email me in at New Zealand Mount Kakepuku, Karāpiro’s Mighty Utu in Cambridge and Memorial Park our enjoyment of our democratic an obligation to those of their Schools recognised the catchWe know the next few years will not overnment that will guide us through School, infrastructure investment in the Tim.vandeMolenMP@parliament.govt.

Riverport Domain, Lake Te Koo Utu, in Te Awamutu future changes way of life’. Amongst Ngātiof the ancestors who signed Te views cry of Anzacan Day, ‘Lest WeRuakura inland be easy.

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Asofsuch, I’ll support stronger mandate to lobby for government Pollard said the Iwi Consultative these current dog control area issues a mere 50 years beforehand, the British Empire had wrought remember, and what we forget. and our sense of resolve. he government when they’re proposing investment in our city. and Strategic Planning and Policy in the district. It will also update the and the fact that there were a on their forebears was not to However, to remember, or toOn election So let’s step forward together. gislation that achieves practical night, our Prime Minister committees have previously passed documents to apply best practice dog significant number of Maniapoto be forgotten, nor forgiven, and forget is only a choice if we are mprovements for Kiwis, but I will push Jacinda Ardern spoke about the leadership survivors of that engagement so the struggle as promised at given the opportunity to learn a resolutions aimed at prohibiting dogs control to future district expansion.” ack against any unnecessary impositions she will provide over the next three years. I who were witness and party to Ōrākau would never end. narrative and to ponder on the from Kakepuku. Dogs on leads are Council is under pressure to review hat it harder for our quote from her speech below. themake declaration, “Friend, wecountry will to According to one family story, merits of whether to remember permitted on Waipā tracks but not on the bylaw now rather than wait until ucceed.

We are living in an increasingly polarised fight you forever, and ever, and one young Maniapoto hero or to forget it. the top of the mountain where there is 2025.

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

It’s waste not, want not…

By Mary Anne Gill

A Waipā submission to the Ministry for the Environment about food recycling will include a suggestion to look at channelling some food waste to animals first before composting.

The suggestion came from councillor Susan O’Regan who owns a dairy farm in Roto-oRangi and feeds her cows rejected kiwifruit and carrots.

Other food rejected for aesthetic reasons could also be fed to animals, she told the council at its meeting this week.

Waste Minimisation officer Sally Fraser tabled a submission she had written to the ministry.

In it she said it was unrealistic to expect the district to offer kerbside household food waste collection by 2025 and proposed a 2030 date at the earliest.

The district is 150kms from an established composting facility and having rolled out wheelie bins in the last two years, adding a food waste collection was a “huge task” for a small council.

None of the councils offering food waste collections have come close to getting 100 per cent out of the rubbish, said Fraser. “So overall it seems unrealistic as a minimum target, especially considering there are proposed financial penalties if not achieved.”

Councillors agreed with one asking whether using waste

disposal units installed in sinks was providing the right solution.

Mike Pettit says it might seem to residents who have the units, and most new homes come with them, that they are doing the right thing in getting rid of waste.

But it goes straight into the sewerage system which council then had to treat, he said.

O’Regan said many farmers were seeing the benefits of feeding their animals food which while rejected because of some “humancreated” standard was perfectly good to give to animals.

“Kiwifruit is really great for cows.” O’Regan said the kiwifruit fed to her cows had been rejected for export because of size and

appearance. “It can be a positive way of using those reject goods.”

She gave the example of muesli bars which get packed, but the chocolate layer might be slightly too thick because a bar did not match the packaging.

Grain from the beer making process was another option for animals, she said.

“If it can’t be eaten by a human, it could be eaten by an animal and then composted.”

Mayor Jim Mylchreest said the government should avoid using arbitrary timelines before they set up proper guidelines.

“Someone needs to come up with a solution that is going to work.”

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Humour’s balancing act

Honouring our mums

By Murray Smith, Senior Leader, Bridges Church

By Peter Matthews

I mentioned last week that comedians have been finding themselves in hot water in these PC and easily offended times in which we live. This is because, as Ricky Gervais has famously observed, people tend to get confused between the subject and the target of the joke.

Chris Rock’s infamous joke at the Oscars ceremony was, in my opinion, not a very good one but I certainly don’t think he deserved Will Smith’s reaction. It sure has provoked a bit of discussion though.

Sometimes jokes go wrong. It’s in the nature of them. The best lines are often quick, off-the-cuff remarks; I heard a corker in our sales meeting this morning but I couldn’t possibly repeat it here. The risk with a quick line though, is that it can go down in flames only too easily.

Something happened at home yesterday evening to illustrate both sides of this double-edged sword. We played Cluedo, as we often do. There was plenty of cheating and plenty of strenuous denial of it. At one point I passed my clue sheet under the table to my daughter who very deftly slipped it under cover next to hers, extracted the necessary information and passed it back without, we thought, anyone noticing. The trouble was, someone did notice and during the ensuing argument Charlotte said “I didn’t cheat, I swear!”

Zoe said “On Twigg’s life?” Twigg is a dog. This is a common technique, used by many, designed to elicit a more truthful answer to a question than might otherwise be forthcoming. Charlotte didn’t take the bait. “I just didn’t cheat”.

Her mother said “But you won’t swear on Twigg’s life?” Charlotte said “No but I’ll

swear on yours.” Ooops - awkward silence, immediately followed by tearful retraction. This, you see, was an example of the quick retort gone wrong. No harm done; we all understand that she didn’t mean it. Unfortunately for Charlotte she then had to weather a barrage of witticisms and ironies as the family at large worked her unfortunate theme from every angle. All was well though. All given and taken in good humour.

Then, later on, after the storm had passed, her older brother casually dropped into the conversation: “Hey Charlotte, do you reckon Mum will make it home from work all right tomorrow?” to which the response was “Shut up, I suppose you wouldn’t feel bad if mum died on the way home from work?”

“No,” he said, “of course I’d feel awful, but at least I wouldn’t feel that I’d caused it.”

At that moment I felt proud of both of them. Him for making what I think was an excellent joke, and her for laughing - because it was funny.

In this case the subject of the joke was Charlotte’s unsuccessful earlier comment and the target was the ridiculous idea that swearing an untruth to be truePLANET ‘on a life’ ONLY could endanger that life. No subject should ever be off limits - it’s the target we have to be careful about.

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This Weekend it’s Mother’s Day. I imagine Mother’s Day provides retailers, service providers and suppliers with a great boost in turnover, as gifts and cards are purchased and coffee bars or eateries are patronised.

Although commercialism surrounds Mother’s Day, it still serves as a marker that reminds us to pause - so families, sons and daughters can reflect and purposefully honour our Mum - or the mother ‘figure’ in our lives.

Come Sunday morning, up and down the nation, there’ll be many mothers who take centre stage for the moment. Breakfast in bed might be a treat for a few pampered mamas… for others receiving a phone call from afar (or nearby), might have to suffice.

Hopefully a visit, a shared meal, or a little gift expressing appreciation could be in the pipeline for more than a few.

The fact is that while some remember and think of their Mum with a great deal of loving fondness, sadly, other’s experiences will differ altogether.

For whatever reason, some will reflect a bit more ruefully, feeling a sense of emptiness, finding scant cause for affectionate reflection or celebration. Whether present, absent or passed away, everyone’s ‘Mum experience’ will vary.

The joy-filled, nurturing and loving support some people have been privileged to receive from their Mum is unfortunately not an experience matched by others who struggle to find much to honour at all.

Human brokenness and fractured relationships being what they are, will account for disappointment and perhaps a story of a Mum who fell from the task of really being ‘there’ in all the ways that make

a difference. It is troubling how many people’s ‘Mum stories’ provoke feelings of pain, loss and rejection within them.

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The Cambridge Antiques cricket team has finished its season with bodies and minds intact and players’ stories already starting to become the stuff of legends.

Two losses from 12 matches made for a great season which culminated with a loss in the provincial final against Hamilton Plans on Seddon Park in Hamilton.

“Whilst we didn’t quite win, the team fought the whole way, with not a pair of clean whites to be seen, a testament to the effort,” said club spokesperson Jason Mitchell.

The team is made up of over 50 year olds, although the odd over 40-year-old has managed to break into the side when numbers are light.

Matches are played in Cambridge at the Town Square with some away games at exotic spots like Matapihi, Tauranga, Rotorua, Karaka, Onehunga, New Plymouth and Kaipaki.

Club spokesperson Jason Mitchell said the team is as diverse

in its make up as it is in its ability.

“We’ve got teachers from St Peter’s and Cambridge High, business managers and owners, rural and urban folk and retired old heads.

“We also have players who have played to high levels provincially mixed with players who last batted at high school.”

The team is competitive, but fair.

“We celebrate success however that may look.”

Mitchell said success could be winning the game, ending up not out, taking your first wicket of the season or getting down to field in a long barrier motion only to see it go past but fortunately not to the boundary.

Some team members have gone on to represent district teams with Simon Dodds and Neil Rogers picked for national age group teams.

“It is great to have such players whose experience is shared with players newer to the game, helping the team become the best they can be,” said Mitchell.

“There’s nothing better than playing at home on the Square.

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The proposed plant was referred to as a toxic nightmare by Valarie Morse in an online meeting last month of Zero Waste Network Aotearoa.

The company, CGS, is applying for resource consent to build a plant on Te Awamutu’s Racecourse Road. Paewira would incinerate 150,000 tonnes of waste annually and produce 15 megawatts of power.

Morse, who chaired last month’s meeting and is the coordinator of Zero Waste’s Regeneration Not Incineration campaign told viewers the plant would pollute the surrounding area and emit mercury, cyanide, cancer causing dioxins, smells, and produce 23 tonnes of ash a day.

But Roger Wilson, the CEO of GCS’ sister company Global Metal Solutions, said incineration was different to conventional burning. Prior to a scrubbing process, high incineration temperatures destroy a number of pollutants that otherwise would be dangerous.

He called Morse’s claims “scandalous.”

“The system has fail-safes and an auxiliary fuel feed.

Should the temperature drop below a certain range, the auxiliary fuel feed would kick in to bring that temperature back up,” he said.

Project director Adam Fletcher said the emissions were registered within the application, and emissions were well within New Zealand standards.

The scrubbing process doesn’t remove carbon

An artist’s impression of the proposed plant.

dioxide, and it is estimated that Paewira would produce eight tonnes of it for every hour of its operation.

Fletcher acknowledged dioxins would be emitted, but “you would get more exposure to dioxins standing in front of your barbeque for two hours than you would from our plant in a year…

“We are going to have 60 staff, and visitors, and people cycling past the plant on a regular basis. We are not going to do something that is going to impact people’s health, we live here too.”

He said that Morse was right about the amount of ash – 23 tonnes a day – that would be produced. “…but you compare that to the 500 tonnes of material going in per day. And the majority of it is inert ash, as opposed to material that would go into the ground and generate methane for a long time.”

Wilson said ash would not enter the atmosphere, and any leftover metal would be extracted for recycling. The remaining ash could be sent to landfill or used to create materials, such as concrete

blocks.

Valarie Morse claimed the burning of tyres would “fill the community with an unbelievable stench,” and the plant would create a significant amount of dust.

Fletcher responded the plant’s high incineration temperature and scrubbing process would prevent those smells from being created.

“Tyres only smell if you burn them outside and alone in a poorly oxygenated area.”

GCS say the facility would be kept under negative air pressure to prevent dust and contaminants leaving, and air would exit the facility through its incinerators.

The Zero Waste meeting was warned the neighbouring Mangapiko stream would be polluted.

“It is quite explicit in our application that we are not touching the river. We are not removing water from the river and the only thing that will go back to the river will be excess rainfall,” Fletcher said.

“We will actually recycle the majority of the water ourselves. Both wastewater and washdown water.”

Fletcher said the plant would not have open dump pits and the recycling process would be fully enclosed.

Sue Coutts, Zero Waste’s director of external affairs, said New Zealand should be more pro-active with its production of waste.

She says instead of investing into waste incineration, money should be spent on making items last longer, recycling efforts, and green energy.

“We have got to invest in things that are going to take us in the right direction, we can’t afford to be careless about this,” she said.

Zero Waste diverted 378 tonnes of waste from landfills in 2020.

Roger Wilson said there was no intention to discourage recycling, or encourage the creation of waste but “we don’t believe that there will ever be zero waste, and this becomes an alternate, disposable option for the future.”

The Ministry for the Environment says 3.5 million tonnes of waste went to New Zealand class one landfills between June 2020 and June 2021.

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BMX champions on track for worlds

By Steph Bell-Jenkins

Since the day he was born, Luke Brooke-Smith has been driven to win.

“Every single thing he’s done – anything you can think of, like first to tie his shoelace, first to put his shoes on, first to sit in the car – has been competitive,” said his father Phil, a former British BMX champion.

Phil believes this, combined with “a lot of natural talent” and “a lot of hard work and dedication”, is what has made his son so good since he took up BMX as a pre-schooler.

Luke’s fellow Cambridge BMX Club member Leila Walker, who got hooked on the sport after watching her cousins riding when she was six, shares the same hunger to win.

“BMX is not an easy skill,” she said. “And for me I’ve always liked a challenge and I like to think that nothing will stop me. I’m competitive too, so a nice mix of both.”

Luke and Leila are two of the best junior BMX riders not only in New Zealand, but on the entire planet.

The Cambridge High School students both won gold at the New Zealand BMX Championships in Hamilton recently and now, after nearly three years away from international racing due to Covid travel restrictions, they’re itching to prove themselves again on the global stage.

Leila (who is not related to Olympic BMX medallist Sarah

Walker) has just got off the best possible start, winning gold in the junior elite division at the 2022 Oceania BMX Racing Championships in Brisbane.

The 17-year-old has been a national champion every year for the past decade and won six consecutive world titles between the ages of 8-13 before a fall at the World BMX championships in Belgium in 2019 ended her winning streak.

“I finished eighth and that was my last international race, nearly three years ago,” Leila said.

Since then she’s been training hard to reclaim her world number one status.

“You know that everyone’s been putting in a lot of work all over the world but nobody’s really ridden against anyone so you know you’ve made gains but it’s like, am I off the pace, am I quicker?” she said.

The CHS house prefect and sports committee leader, who loves travelling, is hoping to answer that question at the World BMX Championships in Paris in July.

Luke, a seven-time national champion since 2015, has his sights set on the same event, where he would love to pick up his first world title.

“I’ve come close so many times... all I think about is training to get to that goal,” the 13-year-old said.

So far it’s been a bumpy road, paved with concussion, broken limbs and near misses.

In 2015, at his first world champs in Belgium, he flipped over his

handlebars and knocked himself out and the next year, in Columbia, he slipped in the final and finished seventh.

In 2017 a “nasty” broken leg left him in a toe-to-hip cast, but he managed to finish sixth at the world championships in America, and in Azerbaijan in 2018 a semi-final crash brought his dream tumbling down.

“The five best riders in our age group were all in that semi and we were all just dominoes down the first straight,” he said. “So the three at the back came out and made the final.”

He finally claimed a spot on a world championship podium in Belgium in 2019, taking silver.

“So I’m currently second in the world,” he said. “It’s pretty nice to be able to hold it for three years but you never know what could have happened in that three-year gap.”

Also a talented football player, Luke is striving to be a professional sportsman when he leaves school.

“I’m only young but I’m like what am I going to do if I don’t come first at football or BMX?” he said. “That’s that motivates me. I’m just like, I can’t do anything else.”

Riding professionally also appeals to Leila, who is considering studying sports science or sports psychology at the University of Waikato next year and aiming to compete at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024.

“As long as I keep loving what I’m doing – and keep enjoying it – I guess I’ll see where it takes me,” she said.

Local riders Leila Walker and Luke Brooke-Smith, pictured at Cambridge BMX Club, both won national titles at the New Zealand BMX Championships in Hamilton recently.

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Fans hope for third time lucky Hautapu will seek to collect their first win in the 2022 Waikato senior rugby competition when they host Matamata on Saturday.

The 2019 and 2020 champions have lost both their opening games, first to Fraser Tech and then last weekend to Te Awamutu Sports.

Te Awamutu Sports dedicated their Saturday matches last weekend to the late Mark Sanders – and did him proud.

Now they are looking to score a third successive Waikato senior club championship win in Hamilton against High School Old Boys.

Sports scored a double over Waipā rivals Hautapu last Saturday, winning the senior clash 22-17 and the reserves game 44-29. Ōtorohanga is also looking for its first win and is home to Melville on Saturday.

Te Awamutu posted on social media on the morning of the game “a big day at Albert Park with all three sides taking on our Waipa neighbours Hautapu this afternoon. Also a special day as we pay tribute and remember a legendary figure of our club in Mark “Sando” Sanders who we lost tragically back in March”.

Mark Sanders, 43, was on board the Enchanter which capsized with the loss of five lives on March 20. The Te Awamutu builder played more than 100 games for the club, which organised a givealittle page for his family.

Niah Church-Jones, in his second senior game for Sports, picked up three points in the club’s Lindsay Berryman MVP race.

In the first division, where Southern united lead courtesy of bonus points, Ōhaupō is the only other team with three wins from three – and they clash in Tokoroa on Saturday.

Leamington, back to wining ways with a 29-0 win over Pirongia, go to Frankton while Pirongia is at Suburbs.

Saturday’s clash between Old Boys and Melville in the women’s topMore flight will see someone’s perfect record go. Kihikihi, the only Real Estate Ltd other unbeaten Licensed REAA side 2008after three games go to Unicol. Ōtorohanga travel to play Southern.

Dirt bike series

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The more things change, the more things stay the same and that’s got to be a good thing as far at New Zealand’s dirt biking community is concerned.

The popular Dirt Guide Cross-country Series has just undergone a transition, but in name only, with the popular Central North Island competition now to be known as the Forestland Crosscountry Series.

The series, originally formed by husband and wife partnership Sean and Adele Clarke in 2008, has grown to become one of the biggest motorcycle cross-country events in New Zealand, with riders travelling from over all over the North Island to attend.

The past two seasons have been blighted by restrictions put in place to help curb the pandemic, but there is now light at the end of that tunnel .

The 2022 edition of the series, will start at Tar (Maungaiti) Hill, revisiting a popular venue south of Tokoroa, on June 18-19, and send riders along many of the same leafy forest pathways they have enjoyed in the past.

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Manawatu’s Paul Whibley, Cambridge’s Dylan Yearbury, Howick’s Liam Draper and Te Awamutu’s Rachael Archer, for example, all learned their craft racing events such as this before they headed overseas to earn glory internationally.

Whanganui’s Seth Reardon, Taupo pair Hadleigh Knight and Wil Yeoman, Rotorua trio Bradley Lauder, Callum Dudson and Ethan Harris, Wellington’s Jake Whitaker, Oparau’s James Scott, Otorohanga’s Luke Brown, New Plymouth’s Sam Parker and Tokoroa’s Jake Wightman, to name just a few, could be expected to feature in the leading spots when the Forestland Cross-country Series kicks into gear in June.

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The team aspect at Bayleys allowed us to have a cash buyer on auction day. We also highly valued the competitive commission and marketing offer. We also felt that Bayleys saw the same value in our property that we did and had confidence they would pass these on to the buyer.

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Anytime’s a good time to buy or sell

BY MARY ANNE GILL Buyers’ market or sellers’ market? Where is Waipā at as mortgage rates creep up and buyers, particularly first timers, have reduced credit availability.

If you read the metropolitan based media, we have tipped into a period where it is the buyers, particularly those with cash, who have the upper hand.

But Waipā agents and experts Cambridge News spoke to in recent days are not convinced we are seeing that just yet in Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Pirongia and Kihikihi.

And the reason? Listings. There are still not enough of them to meet the demand, says First National Te Awamutu director and sales agent Vayle Hammond.

Her clients believe it is still a sellers’ market, she says.

“We get the flow on a lot later than the bigger cities,” she says.

“Currently most of our buyers are having to sell their house first and this is elongating the process, so some properties are sitting longer on the market.

“There will always be people wanting to get into this market.

We’re still getting people at open homes; they’re still looking but not as much email enquiry.”

Peter Tong, founder/ principal at More Real Estate in Cambridge, says good properties still sell well.

“If a buyer sees something they really want, and they are in competition (with someone else) they will pay.”

There may be fewer people looking around open homes and properties going unsold at auction, but the buyers are still there.

Changes to lending rules next month, which kicked first time home buyers out of the market late last year, should see buyers coming back, he says.

Hammond’s agency lists properties with a price because buyers tell her that is what they want.

Tong says his agency is seeing an increase in deadline sales to accommodate cash buyers

Peter Tong, founder/principal at More Real Estate in Cambridge.

and to allow the seller some certainty.

Auction conversion rates are down 18-20 per cent but the buyers are still there.

That is where a good real estate agent comes into their own. If both buyer and seller trust the agent, then the process can be seamless.

The agent is the one person who knows how much a seller wants or needs and how much a buyer can spend.

That is why it is important you work with an agent you trust and the right agent can save you cash and stress, says Consumer NZ. Consumer has a check list on its website which includes how to access the Real Estate Authority’s public register of all agents and whether there have been any complaints upheld in the past three years.

Sometimes it is not just the sale which is important. Hammond for example recently advised a client it might not be in their best interests to sell a property, yet.

“I’m different, I think our agency is different. I act in the best interests of our clients.

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“I’m happy to advise a client that selling now might not be in their best interests. We want to give them genuine advice.”

Dealing with her as the agent is something many of her clients prefer.

“A lot of people think they have to go with the agent who lists the house. They don’t.

We work together with other agencies and look after the buyer. It’s about building the relationship with my client I think it makes it easier for

them, they only have to worry about talking with you.

“It’s your home and you can choose who you want to help you best with the process, whether buying or selling.”

Tong talks about trust too, something he values, and he thinks buyers and sellers should rethink winter listings.

“In three of my last 12 years in real estate, June has been my best month.

“A rainy or cold day is always the best day to view a house,” he said.

Hammond agreed. “I personally

like looking at houses in the winter, you see them at their worse.”

Cambridge Real Estate property consultant Sherry Herkes has seen it all in her 17 years of selling properties and is unwilling to predict what the next six months will bring.

She says there is no such thing as a winter bubble.

“Our sales still click over,” she says and of the market at the moment?

“There are still sales being made but they are on the market longer and many are subject to other houses selling.”

Herkes says she relies on the local market, people moving within their environment.

“We do get out of towners, a reasonably big proportion but not as much as the media say.”

When the border reopens further, Cambridge will be seen as a desirable place to live and will still be very popular, she says.

It is the same in Te Awamutu, says Hammond.

Te Awamutu is a popular destination for out of town buyers.

“They’re looking for a friendly town like Te Awamutu where you can get good value for money.”

Plus, she is seeing sensible decision making with vendors.

“In an unprecedented time and market, a good move is to recognise equity and look to downsize and reduce mortgages.”

Two bedroom properties, once seen as virtually impossible to sell, being “super popular.”

Tong has seen new faces at open homes; buyers looking for the first time and many of them are Aucklanders looking for a new lifestyle and Cambridge appeals.

And in his typically optimistic way, Tong has one final statement.

“There is a market within a market in any market.”

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STRONG ROOTS WITHIN THE CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY At Cambridge Real Estate, we are passionate about giving back to the organisations and charities that make our vibrant town a thriving and welcoming place for all. We are proud to be the supporters of the following charities and organisations and encourage you to look into the incredible work they do, while learning how you can help support our beautiful town.

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ANNUAL PYJAMA DONATION DRIVE FOR KIDS IN NEED Giving back to the community we are a part of has always been a core focus of Cambridge Real Estate. For the last two years, we have led a winter pyjama donation drive to support the incredible work Kids in Need Waikato does for our community's most vulnerable children.

As a local charity, the Kids in Need Waikato team work tirelessly to create care packs of necessary and sentimental items for children who are removed from their homes and placed into the care they need – often with only the clothes on their backs.

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Join us once again in donating winter pyjamas until the end of May to make a positive difference in the lives of these children.

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Commercial market buoyant

BY MARY ANNE GILL Commercial real estate is in demand in Waipā but there is not enough of it.

That is what agents Cambridge News spoke to in recent days are saying about the market.

Te Awamutu has no land, there is some coming up in Cambridge at Hautapu but not much else.

Retail is just as buoyant now the country is in an orange setting.

There are very few empty shops in either Cambridge or Te Awamutu and when vacancies come up, they are snapped up, Cambridge Chamber of Commerce chief executive Kelly Bouzaid says.

Origin Real Estate commercial and industrial agent John Robinson has more than 20 years’ experience operating in the Waikato.

He knows the Waipā, King Country and Hamilton market well.

“It’s characterised at the moment by no stock levels, there is very little available.

Virtually no land and only a few buildings for sale,” and plenty of buyers, he says.

NAI Harcourts managing director Mike Neale says he is more confident dealing in the

current market than colleagues are in other centres.

“You look at the headwinds in Auckland and Tauranga, they’re worse.”

“Waipā is looking pretty good and a lot of people are moving here for business.”

Waikato has so much going for it, there is a greater availability of land and a more robust economy, not reliant on just one sector, such as tourism.

“We’ve got momentum and it’s really important when you’ve got that.”

He gives the example of Titanium Park at Hamilton Airport in the Waipā district.

“There’s a very progressive board at the airport who have worked with the council to get that subdivision humming.”

Robinson says he will watch the next few months carefully to see if there is much change,

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but he doubts it.

“The demand has been outrageous for the last two years.”

A few owner/occupiers might disappear with interest rates rising.

“I think the buyers will be expecting lower prices and higher returns,” he says.

Buyers seem to think when the cost of borrowing goes up, so too should the yield.

But that does not necessarily follow.

The yield on a commercial property is still better than what deposit rates are like at banks, he said.

“People looking to commercial real estate want security of investment.”

Long-term and dependable tenants are still valued over the need for higher yields, agents told Cambridge News.

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Record median prices rise in Waipā Waipā, with a median of $920,000, was one of three districts in the Waikato to reach record median prices in March.

The others were South Waikato ($577,500) and ThamesCoromandel ($1.155 million).

The Waipā median was up from February’s $915,000 and streaks ahead of March 2021’s $788,000 but sales are down – with 62 Waipā sales in March, 15 fewer than February and down from 99 in March last year.

Median house prices are the very middle of a data set and are a more accurate view of the market.

Real Estate Institute of New Zealand regional director Neville Falconer said the Waikato market was beginning to slow.

“Agents reported that while residential properties are still selling, contracts have more conditions attached which is impacting the pace of sales.

“There is also more caution from buyers who can now take their time and add further conditions.”

REINZ chief executive Jen Baird said the first three months of the year saw a shift in the market nationally.

Prices eased and the market returned to a more settled pace.

“In March, we saw inventory levels continue to increase.

More stock means more choice for buyers, alleviating competition for properties and upward pressure on prices. While this is good news for all buyers, as property prices remain firm and access to finance a challenge, the greatest benefit will be to those who are upsizing, downsizing or making a lifestyle change. Backed by equity and spoiled for choice – this is a great time to make the move,” said Baird.

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“Stock levels are being maintained, in part due to longer time on the market because of the time taken to move a sale through to completion.

“While we continue to see prices increase annually, the rate of growth is slowing, sales activity is down and the median days to sell is up. We’re seeing the market moderate as people settle into this phase of the property cycle.

“The impact of tighter lending criteria, loan to value ratios, and increasing interest rates coupled with inflation, continue to reduce the pool of buyers who are willing and able to pay market prices.”

The increase in interest rates over the past months presents

Period Mar-21 Apr-21 May-21 Jun-21 Jul-21 Aug-21 Sep-21 Oct-21 Nov-21 Dec-21 Jan-22 Feb-22 Mar-22 one of the greatest impacts to the market, she said.

Last month the Reserve Bank increased the official cash rate by 50 basis points — to 1.5%.

“The double rate hike will do little to alleviate concerns and

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last month, ensuring its figures are the most current reflection of sales activity in the market.

“What we are seeing is that transactions are happening and properties are changing hands — just not as quickly,” said Baird.

What are the benefits of using a real estate company?

Buying or selling a home will represent one of, if not the, biggest piece of business many people ever undertake.

It makes sense to use experts to ensure what you buy, or what you sell, is priced right.

Real Estate agents understand the intricacies of buying and selling - literally, they know where the potholes are.

They are also experienced negotiators.

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand notes the process of selling and buying real estate can be overwhelming and stressful especially when considering the amount of paperwork and preparation involved with these transactions.

Many home owners clearly feel that real estate professionals can help market their homes efficiently and effectively to attract potential buyers.

It says most sellers in New Zealand still rely on real estate professionals to sell their homes rather than selling privately.

“The reasons for this can vary, but many home owners clearly feel that real estate professionals can help market their homes efficiently and

effectively to attract potential buyers, help find buyers for their homes in a specified timeframe, help price their homes competitively, advise them on how to improve the value of their homes, advise them on how to better present their homes for viewing and help with the paperwork involved and with the negotiation process.”

In the sales process the agent will provide an evaluation of your property’s value, map out a communications and sales plan, and takes on responsibility for ensuring the process runs smoothly.

Most importantly, the agent will be able to tap into a stream of potential buyers and arrange convenient viewing times.

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Pre-purchase checking – a crucial step Before you buy a house, it makes sense to do some checking to make sure everything is in order.

Asking the real estate agent or vendor as many questions as you can is a good start, however it’s critical that you do your own checking as well.

Request a land information memorandum (LIM) report from council, which will tell you what council knows about the property including what building consents have been issued for work carried out on the property.

Make sure it is all fully consented, as if it’s not it could cause you trouble when you come to sell it later.

And get the LIM directly from council, rather than

You can also do some informal checks, including: Talk to people you know about the house and the area. It could be that there is some local knowledge you need to be aware of before you purchase.

Talk to the neighbours. Knock on doors around the property you are considering and have a chat to the occupants. Are they renting, or do they own the property?

Ask them if there are problems in the street with boy racers or excessive parties. This may not deter you from buying the property, as it can be hard to find a place with none of these issues but forewarned is forearmed.

Drive past the property at different times of the day to see how the neighbourhood is. What might be a lovely, treelined street when the open home is on at 1pm on a Sunday might turn into party central at 11pm on a Saturday night. relying on one supplied by the vendor, because if legal action is required due to faulty information there would be no recourse against council if you didn’t get the LIM directly from them.

It’s a matter of creating a contract between you and the council by buying the LIM from them.

You will also need to get

a building inspector to go over the property, looking for any potential pitfalls with the home.

They will check for weathertightness, structural defects such as rotting piles, areas where there is damp or mould, and anything that needs repair or repainting.

A building inspector will look at the whole building,

including the ceiling and under floor spaces, and any fences and outbuildings (e.g. garage).

They will only check areas that they can access without having to remove wall linings or floorboards, and their findings should be presented to you in a report.

Every potential buyer should undertake a test for methamphetamine, regardless of whether they think contamination is likely.

P is across all of society, so no home can be ruled out.

If council is aware of contamination this will appear on a LIM report, however for obvious reasons homeowners are unlikely to notify council if P clean up work has been done, and there is no legal requirement for them to do so.

Potential buyers can hire a company to carry out this testing or use a do-it-yourself test kit.

The latter method is controversial as DIY kits depend on the skill of the

user and are subject to a number of variables, however they are cheaper than hiring a company.

Asbestos was commonly used in building products from the 1940s until the 1990s, due to its fire, heat and noise resistant properties as well as its strengthening qualities.

Three types were used – brown, blue and white – with importation banned since 2016.

Getting an asbestos assessment on the house is also becoming more commonplace for buyers who are planning on renovating the house in the future. Undamaged asbestos will not cause health problems, as it’s only when fibres become airborne that they can pose a health risk.

Getting all the paperwork done when considering buying a new house is just one part of the checking you should do before making what will likely be the biggest investment of your life.

What is a multi-offer situation?

A multi-offer process happens when more than one buyer makes a written offer on a property. Offers in writing define a multi-offer situation.

A real estate agent presents all written offers to the vendor to consider. This situation is advantageous to the seller as they then get to choose the offer that best works for them.

The process is all above board; there is no game playing. The

process develops almost to a form of tender. Everyone has an equal opportunity to be the successful buyer because they are encouraged to put their best offer on the table.

And it’s not always a case of top price wins. What appeals to vendors can vary. A buyer who may offer less but has ready finance can come out trumps.

From a buyer’s perspective, it requires a best-foot-forward

approach because it may be the only opportunity they get to make their offer.

There are strict criteria and processes for real estate agencies to follow to ensure the best result is achieved without conflict. Agents can guide buyers through the process and answers any concerns.

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RAY WHITE CAMBRIDGE - at the heart of your local community Fraser Coombes, Managing Director AREINZ Since officially opening our doors as Ray White Cambridge 8 months ago, our team of local experts have been overwhelmed with the support and trust Cambridge has provided to us. You may or may not be aware that Ray White Cambridge purchased Powerhouse Realty in 2021. I’m proud to say that this seamless transition has seen all staff remain whilst we have welcomed new local salespeople to our growing team.

With 192 Ray White offices across New Zealand, you can rest assured that when you sell with Ray White Cambridge your property is connected to our nationwide reach of buyers. This combined with our marketing programs designed to get your property in front of more potential buyers will see Ray White Cambridge achieve the maximum sales price for your home.

At Ray White Cambridge our agency fees are very competitive and our team of trusted salespeople

know how to create competition for your property and deliver results.

Ray White is proud to announce that threetime Olympic gold medalist and six-time consecutive world rowing champion Hamish Bond is Ray White’s new brand ambassador. We believe Hamish’s family values and insight into performance, expectations, and decision-making align with our members and core Ray White values.

I am extremely proud of our team and our town.

We’re locals selling to locals. We welcome you to say hello next time you’re walking past us on Victoria Street. Pop in for a chat about the market or simply phone our office to receive a complimentary no-obligation market appraisal on your property home.

WHAT’S HAPPENING in the market?

With the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) rules making access to lending challenging for many, open home numbers across town have declined in recent months.

Well presented and wellmarketed properties are still attracting reasonable open home numbers and buyer interest, however, the numbers are certainly lighter than those experienced throughout the past two years.

With fewer buyers in the market, the importance of working with a salesperson that understands how to generate interest by way of working their existing databases is vital.

We are still experiencing multiple offers and competitive bidding on properties, when the combination of well thought out marketing campaigns are combined with salespeople who have worked hard to create competition.

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High starting point means lower growth

Cambridge

Mar-21 Mar-22 % change $ change $906,100 $1,128,900 24.6% 222,800

Kihikihi

Mar-21 Mar-22 $602,600 $711,400

A leading property economist says it is no surprise Waipā residential price growth is now a little slower than other parts of the country.

CoreLogic’s Kelvin Davidson said the district had started at a higher point so there was now less scope to grow more quickly.

“Waipā’s unlikely to be immune to the slowdown that’s now arrived either – especially given higher mortgage rates and reduced mortgage availability are a force everywhere, regardless of location.”

Median prices in March

Leamington

Mar-21 Mar-22 $769,450 $940,400

Pirongia

Mar-21 Mar-22 $731,800 $869,850 for Cambridge, Kihikihi, Leamington, Pirongia and Te Awamutu were all up on the previous year.

Cambridge’s increase was the highest at 24.6 per cent

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with Te Awamutu at 16.3 per cent.

Cambridge remained in the Waikato million-dollar club with a median price in March of $1,128,900.

Mar-21 Mar-22 $637,800 $741,500

% change $ change 18.1% 108,800 % change $ change 22.2% 170,950 % change $ change 18.9% 138,050 % change $ change 16.3% 103,700

Waipā in the golden triangle The REINZ All Farm Price Index increased 4.8% in the three months to March 2022 compared to the three months to February 2022.

Compared to the three months ending March 2021 the REINZ All Farm Price Index increased 30.7%. The REINZ All Farm Price Index adjusts for differences in farm size, location, and farming type, unlike the median price per hectare, which does not adjust for these factors.

Brian Peacocke, Rural Spokesman, at REINZ said while sales data for the three months ending March 2022 reflected an easing and volumes from both last month and the equivalent period 12 months ago, total farm sales are still well ahead of the numbers of sales recorded for the March period two years ago.

Lifestyle property sales in Waipā were light in March and down on the previous year for the first time in well over several months.

Peacocke said nationally media prices were continuing to hold while there was a healthy lift in volumes and steady prices in the Waikato.

Alistair Scown has seen plenty of changes in his long career selling rural and lifestyle properties around Waipā.

“We are in what I call the golden triangle area – prices may plateau and drop a little, but they always come back.”

Scown is with Bayleys in Cambridge and has been working in the industry for more than 20 years.

Prior to that he spent a lifetime in dairy, dry stock farming and the thoroughbred industry.

Buyers are being a little more cautious, but the reality is there is very little land available and so when they want to buy, they will, says Scown.

“The market is still there.”

Figures released to The News by the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) show there were 42 farm sales in Waipā for the three months from December.

The median sale price ranged from $4.65 million to $3.2 million – well up on the previous year.

That mirrored the national trend where while there were fewer sales, the media price per hectare was up on 2021.

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It’s the old adage: you can’t sell a secret. When selling a home quality marketing is paramount, from photos through to method of sale, price and the way a property is presented to the buying public.

Presentation is everything.

Homeowners wanting to achieve a premium price for their property will understand that marketing is an investment.

Any good investment will generate a return.

Money invested in high

quality marketing at the outset will drive up sales values, generate interest and increase the number of potential buyers.

The majority of buyers use a combination of newspapers and the internet to begin their house hunting quest.

As a result, all good agencies have an active print and online presence as part of their marketing strategy.

The aim is to reach the widest pool of buyers possible and create a competitive environment as this enhances

the chance of attaining the highest possible price for a property.

Although not everyone can afford a huge marketing outlay, a savvy marketing agent will know how to get the best bang for your buck.

Ideally, marketing programmes should be tailormade to suit each property.

Every home is different and should be showcased to reflect its individual attributes.

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Should you risk selling your own property Vendors selling privately are usually motivated by the money that can be saved on commission.

But often they fail to grasp the intricacies and understand the risks involved in a real estate transaction.

Disclosure is a big thing.

Vendors are obliged to share all relevant information about their property to buyers. These vary but can include weathertightness issues, unconsented alterations to their property, boundary issues and the impact of proposed developments.

Failure to disclose any issues can put vendors in breach of the terms of the agreement they have with the buyer.

This means the sale could fall over or the buyer could seek compensation through the court.

While an easy market may increase the number of private sellers, a more challenging market is best handled by an experienced professional who knows the ins and outs of the industry, is a competent negotiator and marketing strategist.

Moreover, an agent has access to a vast network of potential buyers as well as established systems and marketing avenues.

Vendors who sell privately are often left wondering why their home doesn’t sell, especially when the people who have viewed it say they love it. This is due to a reluctance to provide honest feedback for fear of insulting the vendor.

“It’s much easier to talk to an agent. Buyers are more comfortable going through a third party.”

Vendors can also find it extremely hard to hear and act on negative feedback about their own home.

This becomes even more difficult in a town the size of Cambridge where there is every chance the owner may know the prospective buyer.

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It’s much easier to talk to an agent.

Buyers are more comfortable going through a third party.

raises concerns around the negotiating proficiency of vendors.

Do they have the confidence and know-how to negotiate a top price for their property, which, in all likelihood, is their most valuable asset?

Vendors are under the impression that selling is easy

and that real estate agents charge too much money.

“The reality is that we are always at risk to put in hours of work and never get paid.

Whatever we get is less GST, less 33% tax, less franchise fees and then it is shared with the company.”

Typical Methods of Sale AUCTION An auction is a method of selling a property through the process of public negotiations.

Purchasing property through an auction allows you to publicly negotiate the price, which helps ensure you are paying the true market value for the property at that time.

property through advertising media designed to capture the maximum attention of customers within a set time frame.

This property sales process is a private and confidential means of buying/selling real estate to determine the true market value of the property at that time.

SALE BY FIXED PRICE Selling at a fixed price can enable both conditional and unconditional buyers to purchase your property.

On the other hand, listing your property at a fixed price forces you to set your maximum price without any chance to test the market and determine the level of interest from buyers.

PRICE BY NEGOTIATION A seller may choose to sell by negotiation when it is difficult to estimate the market price of a property.

If a property is being sold by negotiation (also called asking price), the seller sets an asking price or price range and buyers can

choose to offer more or less than that price and negotiate the sale.

Price by negotiation indicates the vendor is willing

to take an offer at any time and is an open-ended timeline.

TENDER A tender is a form of selling

DEADLINE SALE A deadline sale or deadline private treaty is similar to the tender process.

A property is offered for sale with no fixed price.

Prospective purchasers are required to submit their offers by a deadline date.

Unlike the tender process, vendors usually reserve the right to accept an offer and sell prior to the deadline.

Always talk to your real estate agent to get the best option for you and your property.

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Agents directory OFFICE PHONE 07 823 1540 Anthony Merrington Manager 021 030 8892 Anthony.merrington@bayleys.co.nz Amanda Merrington Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 646 447 Amanda.merrington@bayleys.co.nz Melodee Tribe Residential/Lifestyle sales 027 673 0873 Melodee.tribe@bayleys.co.nz Karen Grootscholten Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 062 6319 kareng@bayleyswaikato.co.nz Catherine Hayward Residential/Lifestyle sales 027 562 4598 Catherine.hayward@bayleys.co.nz Melissa Langsford Residential/Lifestyle sales 027 372 3237 Melissa.langsford@bayleys.co.nz

Alison Boone Residential sales 027 277 8726 alison@cambridgerealestate.co.nz Sacha Webb Residential Sales 021 363 387 sacha@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Aimee Belton Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 0277 2426 aimee.belton@lugtons.co.nz

Graham Ban Residential sales 027 448 7658 graham@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Sophie Sidhu Residential sales 028 8512 2992 sophie.sidhu@lugtons.co.nz

Rachael Seavill Residential sales 027 722 4235 rachael@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Chris Lawson Residential sales 022 021 5392 chris.lawson@lugtons.co.nz

Kylie Lee Residential sales 021 183 9210 kylie@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Lenie Senekal Residential sales 027 247 1900 lenie.senekal@lugton.co.nz

Debbie Towers Residential sales 027 689 8696 debbie@cambridgerealestate.co.nz Trevor Morris Residential sales 027 205 3246 trevor@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Libby James Residential and Lifestyle Sales & PA to Melissa Langsford Libby.james@bayleyscambridge.co.nz 021 570 940

Rural & Lifestyle: David Soar Rural/Lifestyle sales 027 284 9755 david@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Willem Brown Commercial 021 161 4066 willem.brown@bayleys.co.nz

Matt Seavill Rural/Lifestyle sales 027 444 3347 matt@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Alistair Scown Rural sales 027 494 1848 Alistair.scown@bayleys.co.nz Dave Kilbride Rural 027 436 7082 dave.kilbride@bayleyswaikato.co.nz Ike Unsworth Lifestyle & Country Sales 027 429 6106 Ike.unsworth@bayleyswaikato.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 0800 118880 Liz Jones-Parry Residential/Lifestyle/Rural 021 982132 lizjp@burmester.co.nz

Bailey Gore Residential sales 022 164 7316 bailey.gore@lugtons.co.nz

Scott Saunders Residential/Lifestyle sales 022 024 5404 scott.saunders@ljhooker.co.nz Tracey Grover Residential/Lifestyle/Rural sales 0274 996 866 tracey.grover@ljhooker.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 823 1945 Sherry Herkes Residential sales 027 223 4335 sherry@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 827 4163 Matt Gilray Sales Manager 021 809 822 matt.gilray@lugtons.co.nz

Eilish Page Residential sales 027 300 0002 eilish@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

Tony Mills Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 35 34 34 tony.mills@lugtons.co.nz

Alan Copeman Waikato/Bay of Plenty Commercial Manager 021 874 222 alan.copeman@pb.co.nz Tony Wakelin Commercial sales 021 569 299 tony.wakelin@pb.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 823 2300 Peter Tong Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 987 867 petert@more-re.co.nz Wendy Tong Residential/Lifestyle sales 027 555 0633 wendyt@more-re.co.nz Lily Hooker Residential/Lifestyle sales 027 870 3317 lilyh@more-re.co.nz Jason Tong Residential/Lifestyle sales 027 755 2902 jasont@more-re.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 827 7188 Gerda Venter Residential/Lifestyle/Rural sales 027 311 3722 gerda.venter@ljhooker.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 595 0835 John Janssen Regional Manager 029 222 0667 john.janssen@pb.co.nz Peter Lissington Branch/Sales Manager 027 430 8770 peterl@pb.co.nz David McGuire Rural/Lifestyle sales 027 472 2572 david.mcguire@pb.co.nz

Cathy O’Shea Lifestyle/Residential Sales 021 266 3823 cathy.oshea@pb.co.nz Maureen Crowe Lifestyle/Residential Sales 027 584 2651 maureen.crowe@pb.co.nz Chas Farrant Lifestyle/Residential Sales 027 553 8811 chas.farrant@pb.co.nz Nicky Pratt Property Manager 027 430 8770 nicky.pratt@pb.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 823 0647 Camron Meade Waikato/King Country Sales Manager 027 420 1881 camron.meade@pggwrightson.co.nz

OFFICE PHONE 07 827 0222 Fraser Coombes Managing Director 021 990 117 fraser.coombes@raywhite.com

Martin Lee Rural & Lifestyle Sales 027 497 0830 martin.lee@pggwrightson.co.nz

Mark Keesom Principal 027 533 7661 mark.keesom@raywhite.com

Scott Borland Lifestyle & Rural Sales 027 486 4893 scott.borland@pggwrightson.co.nz

Shirley Haycock Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 941 872 shirley.haycock@raywhite.com

Alison Nicholson Residential & Lifestyle Sales 022 621 0942 alison.nicholson@pggwrightson.co.nz

Peter Matthews Residential/Lifestyle sales 0274 905 383 peter.matthews@raywhite.com

Neale Grubb Residential & Lifestyle Sales 021 939 548 neale.grubb@pggwrightson.co.nz

Sean Senior Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 0231 7949 sean.senior@raywhite.com

Steve Cochrane Residential & Lifestyle Sales 027 243 8315 steve.cochrane@pggwrightson.co.nz

Peter Fox-Worthington Residential/Lifestyle sales 021 153 0191 peter.fox-worthington@raywhite.com

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All answers start with the same letter

Insert the missing letters to complete ten words — five across the grid and five down.

More than one solution may be possible.

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1. What passenger ship was torpedoed and sunk by a German U-boat in May 1915, killing 1198 people?

2. Shaped like half a pear, which stringed instrument was in use from the 14th to 17th centuries?

3. Which Teletubby is yellow?

4. What word means ‘the text of an opera’, or other long vocal composition?

5. Which element follows hydrogen and helium in the periodic table?

6. Who won Commonwealth medals for discus and shot put, was mayor of Auckland, and is best known for the business which carries his name?

7. In horse racing, what is the distance between a horse’s nose and tail?

8. Riga is the capital city of which country?

9. What TV series followed the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815?

10. What is Garfield’s favourite food?

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Each colour represents a direction (up, down, left or right) and the number of dots on each die tell you how far to go.

Starting in the middle die of the maze, follow the directions correctly and you will visit every die in turn once only.

Which dice is the last you visit on your trip?

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1. Lusitania, 2. Lute, 3. Laa-Laa, 4. Libretto, 5. Lithium, 6. Les Mills, 7. Length, 8. Latvia, 9. Lost, 10. Lasagna.

This week’s winning numbers are in.

None of the five winning balls is orange and none is divisible by 4 or 7.

Can you find the fortunate five?

Dice Maze

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ACROSS: 1 Biggest, 4 Family tree, 9 Tobacco, 13 Atom, 14 School, 15 Scribe, 16 Station, 19 Spellbound, 20 Enlarges, 21 Faded, 24 Pursue, 25 Faints, 27 Infuriate, 32 Obsolete, 33 Creepy, 34 Mercury, 38 Interest, 39 Adored, 40 Ugly, 41 Raise, 42 Tryst, 45 Play gooseberry, 52 Amuse, 55 Anvil, 56 Toga, 57 Icicle, 58 Pleasant, 61 Padlock, 62 Unwise, 63 Thorough, 66 Supersede, 68 Falter, 69 Impure, 73 Femur, 74 Zeppelin, 76 Competitor, 81 Referee, 82 Happen, 83 Around, 84 Ramp, 85 Attempt, 88 Shopkeeper, 93 Evicted, 97 Beam, 98 Twinge, 99 Tacked, 100 Scratch, 103 Masquerade, 104 Entitles, 105 Steer, 108 Swings, 109 Enters, 111 Accessory, 116 Calendar, 117 Spring, 118 Mansion, 122 Treasure, 123 Soothe, 124 Shed, 125 Faith, 126 Halts, 129 Storm in a teacup, 136 Heart, 139 Rogue, 140 Iraq, 141 Peaked, 142 Cinnamon, 145 Initial, 146 Reside, 147 Newcomer, 150 Celebrity, 152 Patent, 153 Counts, 157 Octet, 158 Parakeet, 160 Magistrate, 165 Related, 166 Pirate, 167 Apathy, 168 Ogle, 169 Heading, 170 Sunday best, 171 Portray.

DOWN: 1 Brass, 2 Geometry, 3 Tycoon, 4 Frown, 5 Melt, 6 Listens, 7 Turtle, 8 Ember, 10 Oath, 11 Attract, 12 Cooper, 17 Cloudburst, 18 Recur, 22 Underdog, 23 Liver, 24 Predict, 26 Area, 28 Neptune, 29 Gossip, 30 Meddle, 31 Crisis, 33 Cargo, 35 Claim, 36 Stay, 37 Slur, 43 Runway, 44 Still, 46 Look, 47 Yearned, 48 Origin, 49 Seize, 50 Belittle, 51 Yellow, 52 Amalgamate, 53 Utah, 54 Extreme, 59 Screw, 60 Sore, 64 Askew, 65 Subtract, 67 Ukulele, 68 Finance, 70 Defect, 71 Slipup, 72 Sponge, 75 Poach, 77 Odour, 78 Rapid, 79 Keep, 80 Warp, 85 Album, 86 Transmit, 87 Thwart, 88 Synod, 89 Over, 90 Kittens, 91 Excite, 92 Event, 94 Vice, 95 Chapter, 96 Exceed, 101 Sunglasses, 102 Beret, 106 Heirloom, 107 Usual, 108 Stretch, 110 Nude, 112 Canasta, 113 Debris, 114 Urgent, 115 Doctor, 117 Satin, 119 Share, 120 Real, 121 Peru, 127 Amount, 128 Taunt, 130 Tore, 131 Request, 132 Impair, 133 Abate, 134 Eternity, 135 Prison, 136 Henceforth, 137 Aims, 138 Tenants, 143 Haven, 144 Swan, 148 Break, 149 Endanger, 151 Emerald, 152 Pottery, 154 Scheme, 155 Demand, 156 Mishap, 159 Adieu, 161 Apart, 162 Enemy, 163 Mean, 164 Gave.

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85 Book for photos (5) 86 Broadcast over radio (8) 87 Foil (6) 88 Church council (5) 89 Finished (4) 90 Young cats (7) 91 Titillate (6) 92 Happening (5) 94 Bench clamp (4) 95 Division in book (7) 96 Go beyond (6) 101 Protective eyewear (10) 102 Soft hat (5) 106 Inherited object (8) 107 Normal (5) 108 Prison term (7) 110 Naked (4) 112 Card game (7) 113 Rubble (6) 114 Pressing (6) 115 GP (6) 117 Glossy fabric (5) 119 Quota (5) 120 Tangible (4) 121 S American country (4) 127 Quantity (6) 128 Jeer at (5) 130 Ripped (4) 131 Ask for (7) 132 Weaken (6) 133 Lessen (5) 134 Time without end (8) 135 Penal institution (6) 136 From now on (10) 137 Intentions (4) 138 Rent payers (7) 143 Sanctuary (5) 144 Graceful bird (4) 148 Snap (5) 149 Put at risk (8) 151 Gemstone (7) 152 Earthenware (7) 154 Plan (6) 155 Request forcefully (6) 156 Accident (6) 159 Farewell (5) 161 Separated (5) 162 Foe (5) 163 Stingy (4) 164 Donated (4)

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DOWN 1 Copper-zinc alloy (5) 2 Branch of maths (8) 3 Magnate (6) 4 Scowl (5) 5 Thaw (4) 6 Pays attention (7) 7 Shelled animal (6) 8 Hot coal (5) 10 Pledge (4) 11 Entice (7) 12 Barrel maker (6) 17 Sudden downpour (10) 18 Happen again (5) 22 Grounded (anag) (8) 23 Body organ (5) 24 Foretell (7) 26 Region (4) 28 Planet (7) 29 Scuttlebutt (6) 30 Interfere (6) 31 Emergency (6) 33 Freight (5) 35 Allege (5) 36 Supporting brace (4) 37 Disparaging remark (4) 43 Airstrip (6) 44 Motionless (5) 46 Appearance (4) 47 Longed for (7) 48 Source (6) 49 Grab (5) 50 Denigrate (8) 51 Primary colour (6) 52 Merge (10) 53 US state (4) 54 Severe (7) 59 Threaded fastener (5) 60 Painful (4) 64 Lopsided (5) 65 Take away (8) 67 Stringed instrument (7) 68 Provide money for (7) 70 Flaw (6) 71 Mistake (4-2) 72 Light cake (6) 75 Hunt illegally (5) 77 Scent (5) 78 Quick (5) 79 Retain (4) 80 Twist out of shape (4)

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ACROSS 1 Greatest (7) 4 Ancestry chart (6,4) 9 Smoked plant (7) 13 Tiny particle (4) 14 Educate (6) 15 Writer (6) 16 Train stop (7) 19 Enthralled (10) 20 Generals (anag) (8) 21 Lost colour (5) 24 Go after (6) 25 Passes out (6) 27 Madden (9) 32 Outdated (8) 33 Eerie (6) 34 Quicksilver (7) 38 Excite the curiosity of (8) 39 Worshipped (6) 40 Hideous (4) 41 Elevate (5) 42 Assignation (5) 45 Be an unwanted third party with a couple (4,10) 52 Entertain (5) 55 Smithy’s block (5) 56 Roman garment (4) 57 Frozen drip (6) 58 Nice (8) 61 Security device (7) 62 Ill-considered (6) 63 Scrupulous (8) 66 Take the place of (9) 68 Stumble (6) 69 Polluted (6) 73 Thigh bone (5) 74 Airship (8) 76 Rival (10) 81 Umpire (7) 82 Occur (6) 83 Circa (6) 84 Sloping path (4) 85 Endeavour (7) 88 Retailer (10) 93 Kicked out (7) 97 Girder (4)

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Giant crossword

Puzzles © The Puzzle Company

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Pork appeals Pork provides more bang for your buck than many other meats. It’s a firm favourite on the summer barbie and a top choice for warming winter winners.

The key to producing tender, juicy pork is to avoid overcooking. Pork schnitzels take about 1-2 minutes each side to cook depending on the thickness. Sliced in a stir-fry, schnitzels take 2-3 minutes to cook.

And the New Zealand Pork Board has been advocating new rules for cooking chops and steaks. It’s the ‘6+2+2’ method.

For chops or steaks about two centimetres thick, pan-fry in a little oil or butter for six minutes on medium heat then flip over and cook for two minutes on the other side. Remove the chops, cover and rest for two minutes before serving.

Fat-trimmed pork is 20-40 per cent leaner than it was 25 years ago. There is only five per cent fat in a leg steak. If all visible fat is removed, the fat content drops to just one per cent.

Pork mince can be used in just about any recipe calling for beef mince. It is excellent in chillies, curries, meatballs, meatloaves and pasta dishes. Burger patties take about five minutes each side to cook. They’re delicious served in pita breads with salad, chopped raw onion and a dash of yoghurt.

HOISIN MEATLOAF Asian flavours add pizzazz to this yummy loaf.

1 tablespoon canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tablespoon finely grated root ginger 2 spring onions. finely sliced 1/4 cup each: hoisin sauce, tomato sauce, divided 1kg minced pork 1 cup soft breadcrumbs 1 large egg, lightly beaten 3 tablespoons soy sauce Preheat the oven to 180°C. Heat the oil in a wok or non-stick frying pan on medium.

Sauté the onion, garlic, ginger and spring onions on medium for about 3 minutes. Set aside.

Combine the hoisin and tomato sauces in a small bowl.

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with Jan Bilton

Hoisin meatloaf

Five Spice pork schnitzel stir-fry

Combine the minced pork, breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce and the onion mixture in a bowl. Add half the hoisin/tomato sauce mixture. Mix well.

Pat into a 24cm by 12cm loaf pan. Bake for 45 minutes.

Remove from the oven and drain off any fat.

Spread the remaining hoisin/tomato sauce mixture on top.

Return to the oven and continue baking for 10 minutes. Great topped with crispy noodles. Serves 6-8.

FIVE SPICE PORK SCHNITZEL STIR-FRY Shaoxing cooking wine is prepared from fermented rice and available at most supermarkets and Asian food stores.

1 tablespoon each: soy sauce, Shaoxing cooking wine 1 teaspoon each: Chinese five-spice, cornflour 400g pork schnitzel 2 tablespoons canola oil 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 1/2 cups finely sliced spinach 1 tablespoon water 1 teaspoon brown sugar 2 spring onions, sliced Combine the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, five-spice and cornflour in a shallow dish. Mix well.

Flatten the schnitzel with a rolling pin if thick. Cut the schnitzel into 5-6cm pieces. Add to the soy mixture and marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Heat a large non-stick frying pan over high. Add the oil and swirl it around. Add the garlic and sizzle for a few seconds.

Remove the pork from the marinade and pat dry. Add to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 30 seconds, turn over and cook for another 30-60 seconds.

Add the spinach, water and brown sugar and stir-fry until wilted. Add the spring onions and serve. Serves 4.

STICKY BBQ-STYLE PORK SLICES 1kg pork slices or fingers Marinade: 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon grated root ginger 3 tablespoons each: soy sauce, orange juice 1 tablespoon each: cornflour, sugar, vinegar 1 teaspoon chilli paste salt and pepper to taste Trim the slices and cut into serving size pieces, if necessary.

Combine all the ingredients for the marinade. Place the slices in a plastic bag and add the marinade. Move around to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line an oven tray with foil. Place the slices on a rack in the pan. Baste with the marinade.

Bake for 25 minutes, turn the slices over, brush with more marinade and bake for a further 25 minutes.

Turn on the grill. Place the slices under the grill for 5 minutes, until browned. Serves 4-6.

Executive Residence with Two Dwellings 266 Woodside Road Tamahere FOR SALE- BY NEGOTIATION

Margo Lombardi 021 209 1351 Licensed under the REA2008.

CAMBRIDGE OPEN HOMES BAYLEYS Sunday 8 May 17b Isobel Hodgson Dr Auction 45a Princes Street $1,150,000 CAMBRIDGE REAL ESTATE Saturday 7 May 18 Bowen Street Tender 73A Vogel Street $700,000+ 6 Homestead Lane Deadline Sale 3 Belmont Place $899,000 Sunday 8 May 85A Thompson Street $680,000 99D Taylor Street $1,000,000+ 8 Kerekori Way PBN 28 Campbell Street $715,000 2 Creswell Place $795,000 8A Rose Leigh Drive $1,399,000 20 Fairburn Place $935,000 633 Maungakawa Road Auction 5 Taplin Road Auction 18 Bowen Street Tender 39 Raleigh Street PBN 3A Naomi Place Deadline Sale 36B Clare Street $789,000 3 Robinson Street $729,000 28A Pope Terrace $799,000 12 Hall Street $989,000 185 Taylor Street $1,095,000 54 Chaucer Street PBN 10 Woodstock Crescent PBN 8 Belmont Place $899,000 224A Shakespeare St PBN 362C Pickering Road $1,995,000 6 Homestead Lane Deadline Sale 3 Hillary Place PBN 110A Grey Street $1,129,000 10 Browning Street PBN 15 Shelley Street $890,000 4 Donald Lane PBN 111 Thompson Street $890,000 5 Alpha Street $1,300,000 13/2 Grace Avenue $750,000 3D Alpers Ridge $1,088,000 FIRST NATIONAL Saturday 7 May 17 Carlyle Street $769,000 111b Carlyle Street $1,275,000

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12.15-12.45pm 1.15-1.45pm 2.00-2.30pm 2.45-3.15pm 11.00-11.30am 11.00-11.30am 11.15-12.00pm 11.30-12.00pm 11.45-12.15pm 11.45-12.15pm 11.45-12.15pm 12.00-12.45pm 12.15-12.45pm 12.15-12.45pm 12.15-12.45pm 12.30-1.00pm 12.30-1.00pm 12.30-1.00pm 12.30-1.00pm 12.30-1.00pm 1.00-1.30pm 1.00-1.30pm 1.15-1.45pm 1.30-2.00pm 1.30-2.00pm 1.30-2.00pm 1.30-2.00pm 1.45-2.15pm 1.45-2.15pm 1.45-2.15pm 2.00-2.30pm 2.15-2.45pm 2.30-3.00pm 2.30-3.00pm 2.30-3.00pm 2.30-3.00pm

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HARCOURTS Sunday 8 May 40 Whare Marama Drive 169 Taylor Street 6 Walter Court 9 Hilliard Place 7/24 Duke Street

PBN 10:00-10:30am Deadline Sale 11:00-11:30am PBN 12:00-12:30pm $860,000 1:00-1:30pm PBN by appointment only

LJ HOOKER Sunday 8 May 70 Williams St 18 Richmond St 38 Terry Came 12 Campbell St 362 Lamb St 191 Flume Rd

Auction Deadline Sale $1,395,000 $789,000 $1,899,000 Deadline Sale

11.15-11.45am 12.00-12.30pm 12.00-1.00pm 12.45-1.15pm 1.30-2.00pm 2.30-3.30pm

Auction

12.30-1.30pm

PBN Auction

11.30-12.30pm 12.30-1.30pm

Auction

4.00-5.00pm

LUGTONS Saturday 7 May 18A Williamson Street Sunday 8 May 12 Addison Street 18A Williamson Street Wednesday 11 May 18A Williamson Street MORE RE Saturday 7 May 36 Madison Street 2/11 Kaniera Terrace 59 Robinson Street 8 Baxter Michael Cr 99 Tennyson Street 14 Queen Street Sunday 8 May 59 Browning Street 36 Madison Street 16 Keats Terrace 39 Mike Smith Drive 52A Campbell Street 11b Kowhai Drive 2/11 Kaniera Terrace 59 Robinson Street 44a Tennyson Street 15 West Thompson St 1893 Cambridge Road 1 Damio Pace 8 Baxter Michael Cr 99 Tennyson Street 14 Queen Street

PBN PBN PBN PBN $700,000+ Deadline Sale

10.00-10.30am 12.00-12.30pm 12.00-12.30pm 1.00-1.30pm 2.00-2.30pm 3.00-3.30pm

PBN PBN PBN PBN PBN Auction PBN PBN PBN Deadline Sale PBN PBN PBN $700,000+ Deadline Sale

10.00-10.30am 10.00-10.30am 11.00-11.30am 11.00-11.30am 11.00-11.30am 11.00-11.30am 12.00-12.30pm 12.00-12.30pm 12.00-12.30pm 12.00-12.30pm 1.00-1.30pm 1.00-1.30pm 1.00-1.30pm 2.00-2.30pm 3.00-3.30pm

Contact listing agent prior-visiting as Open Homes times can change.

Launch Special

Cambridge

It’s time for More for you

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Cambridge

Cambridge 169 Taylor Street 4

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Hidden Gem in Cambridge East Filled with potential, this north facing 130m2 property has 4 bedrooms plus an office/studio/nursery off the master to suit anyone’s needs. Outdoors you have a low maintenance section and double garaging all looking out over the beautiful Cambridge East Greenbelt!

Call Shelby for more information or for your viewing!

07 827 8815

Cambridge 7/24 Duke Street Deadline Wednesday 18 May 2022, 12:00pm View Sunday 8 May 2022, 11:00-11:30am www.harcourts.co.nz/CB3984

57 Duke Street, Cambridge

Shelby Garrett M 027 622 4166

kdre.co.nz

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Cute and Central Downsizing or looking for an amazing investment? Look no further! This gorgeous little 100m2, two-bedroom, original condition, town house is a blank canvas ready for new owners to make their mark!

Don’t hesitate, call Shelby today for more information or to arrange your private viewing!

Harcourts Kevin Deane Real Estate

Price By Negotiation View By scheduled appointment only www.harcourts.co.nz/CB3993

Shelby Garrett M 027 622 4166

@harcourtskdre

Licensed REAA 2008

Experience has never mattered more Call your local expert team

If you are looking to buy or sell, get in touch today!

Cathy O’Shea M 021 266 3823 E cathy.oshea@pb.co.nz Maureen Crowe-Villiger M 027 584 2651 E maureen.cvilliger@pb.co.nz

PB058553

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

Cambridge 32 Baxter Michael Crescent

Wake up to this! - The St Kilda Lifestyle!

1,465sqm

Taking prime position overlooking the St Kilda landscaped reserve your lifestyle is guaranteed - comfort, style, elegance and space, with million dollar views across the wetlands to the Maungakawa hills.

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Tue 17 May 2022 Lakewood Block C, Unit 1, 36 Lake Street, Cambridge View by appointment Amanda Merrington 021 646 447 amanda.merrington@bayleys.co.nz

This solid brick entertainer, has everything you have dreamed of, if a modern, warm, low maintenance lifestyle is tempting you. The immaculate home boasts high ceilings and a 277sqm (more or less) footprint over a landscaped and level 1465sqm (more or less) section. A large and restful master suite that shares these exceptional views, reminding you of the coveted spot that you own!

Our owners are following family overseas and are extremely motivated to sell! Viewing by Appointment.

bayleys.co.nz/2350563

bayleys.co.nz

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SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

Cambridge 5 Kotare Grove

'Laneway House'

1,338sqm

A Turner Road Architecture masterpiece, private and exuding sophistication and warmth! A standout in the Master Builder Awards, the now two year old home achieved a Gold in its category, and receiving the Outdoor Living Excellence Award. A home like no other, it offers resort style living for your family. Stepped brick and Abodo, in calming Scandinavian tones, the 276sqm home opens up through double width stackers, and wraps around the large saltwater heated pool. Hardwood decking runs east to west underneath a rain sensing louvre system, providing covered outdoor entertaining and cosy nights in front of the outdoor gas fireplace. Cathedral ceilings in the main living, and 2.7m ceilings through the rest of the stylish home, together with zoned and ducted temperature control and solar energy support, means comfort, efficiency and luxury for you!

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 2 Jun 2022 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton View by appointment Amanda Merrington 021 646 447 amanda.merrington@bayleys.co.nz

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SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

bayleys.co.nz/2350567

bayleys.co.nz

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

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

You Won’t Find Another

A Superb Starter or Hideaway

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OPEN HOME SUN 11.00 - 11.30AM

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- Such an endearing spot - with greenbelt on the back boundary.

- Double glazed (3/4 years ago); LED lighting installed March 2022, a Florida room with roll-downs; and a master with huge ensuite and a 1062m2 (more or less) section.

- A large 8m x 6m garage; fruit trees galore, tiled walk-in shower in family bathroom.

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- So very handy to Leamington shops and set off the road for privacy.

- Separate garage, nice sized lawn and cobbled court yard.

- Well fenced and gated for security, children or pets.

- Enjoy the covered deck for outdoor entertaining.

- Set down a long driveway, with ample extra parking.

Prime Location - Welcoming Ambience

Cambridge Park Is Calling

BEO $900,000

Deadline Sale

OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 12.00 - 12.30PM

OPEN HOME SUN 12.00 - 12.30PM 15 West Thompson St, Leamington

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- Fantastic Cambridge Park location, secure family home.

- Kitchen boasts gas hob with 900mm oven and Bosch dishwasher. Spacious living, with a roomy separate lounge, louver covered patio for outdoor entertaining.

- Master bedroom fetures a tiled ensuite, walk in robe, and easy access through a slider to a private outdoor area.

Deadline Sale (unles sold prior) 12th May, by 4pm.

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

52A Campbell Street, Leamington

59 Robinson Street, Cambridge

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- Cute as a button and privately positioned for sun.

- Polished native flooring, wood burner, heat pump and heat transfer kit. Indoor outdoor flow to deck for entertaining.

- Modernised kitchen and bathroom, interior repainted in 2020.

- Generous 1,169m2 section (more or less), and large double garage (8m x 7m).

- Ideally located to CBD, schools and expressway access.

More Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA 2008

74 Victoria Street Cambridge

Peter Tong 021 987 867

Wendy Tong 027 555 0633

Lily Hooker 027 870 3317

Jason Tong 027 755 2902

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

Sophisticated Townhouse Living - St Kilda

Absolutely Executive - St Kilda Sanctuary

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OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 1.00 - 1.30PM

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- The spacious open plan living enjoys, top-end applicances with engineered timber flooring and flow to the covered deck.

- A master ensuite to envy; whilst the family bathroom services the other two bedrooms through connecting cavity sliders.

- Private and secure, lock and leave perfection, 194m2.

- Designed for a busy lifestyle or traveller’s lock and leave base.

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- Designed for WOW! Family/guest privately defined indoor spaces, and outdoor dreams. Fashioned to create family separation when needed and the option to entertain many.

- Discover the visually pleasing pavilion design and the comforts and treats that elevate this property above others.

- Design - Style - Artfully Spacious.

Seldom On Offer - Central Cambridge

You Won’t Know Unless You See

Deadline Sale

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OPEN HOMES SAT & SUN 3.00 - 3.30PM

OPEN HOME SUN 1.00 - 1.30PM 1893 Cambridge Road, Cambridge

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- Plethora of fruit and native plantings on this large 1072m2 (more or less), fully fenced section, with plenty of off road parking.

- Centrally positioned for easy access to Cambridge Centre and expressway access; low maintenance brick exterior.

- Spacious floor plan, with great indoor/outdoor flow to large decked and patio areas. Pleasant decor throughout.

- Super kitchen, multiple living areas, lots of options here.

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

8 Baxter Michael Crescent, Cambridge

14 Queen Street, Cambridge

3 2

- Location, location, location - a diamond on Queen Street.

- Set on 912m2 (more or less) this super property is close to Cambridge main street. A desirable bungalow, spacious rooms and an attractive floor plan.

- Huge master with ensuite; formal lounge; large open plan living opening to the choice of decks; attractive grounds.

Deadline Sale (unles sold prior) 26th May, by 4pm.

More Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA 2008

74 Victoria Street Cambridge

Peter Tong 021 987 867

1

Wendy Tong 027 555 0633

Lily Hooker 027 870 3317

Jason Tong 027 755 2902

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

47 Alpha Street, Cambridge P: 07 823 1945 sales@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

TO VIEW ALL OF OUR CURRENT LISTINGS VISIT WWW.CAMBRIDGEREALESTATE.CO.NZ OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

AUCTION

633 MAUNGAKAWA ROAD AFFORDABLE - MILLION $ VIEWS

4

1

4

Recently renovated home with wrap-around decks to take in the views 6007m2 section for a few animals or to keep as a child's wonderland Great location close to Cambridge AUCTION: THURSDAY 19TH MAY AT 1PM AT THE CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY PAVILION, CORNER OF QUEEN & DICK STREET (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR).

CONTACT MATT OPEN HOME: SUNDAY 12.00-12.45PM

AUCTION

5 TAPLIN ROAD SUPER CUTE, GREAT LOCATION

FINAL NOTICE

DEADLINE SALE

112 HOEKA ROAD PRIVATE LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS

5

3

2

4.17ha prime Waikato real estate in great location offering options to buyer Tree-lined driveway leading to private bespoke home and pool set amongst established gardens DEADLINE SALE: CLOSES THURSDAY 5 MAY 2022 AT 12PM AT THE OFFICE OF CAMBRIDGE REAL ESTATE, 47 ALPHA STREET, CAMBRIDGE (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) CONTACT DAVID

LOT 3 & 4 815 MAUNGAKAWA ROAD

David Soar

B.AGR SC VALUATION

RURAL MANAGER M: 027 284 9755 E: DAVID@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

$1,995,000

362C PICKERING ROAD SPACIOUS WITH LOCATION

5 2 Great location between Cambridge and Tamahere 6220m2 or 1.53 acres heaps of room for a pony and a swimming pool Very private and low maintenance family home with extra shedding

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 1.30-2.00PM

STYLE, SPACE AND SHEDDING

3

INTERNET ID: CRR2254 CONTACT PETER DAVID PAGE SOAR CONTACT

CONTACT DAVID

INTERNET ID: CRR2243 CONTACT MATT SEAVILL

Matt Seavill RURAL/LIFESTYLE M: 027 444 3347 E: MATT@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

3

CONTACT MATT

$1,990,000

3 2 7931m2 section offering privacy and plenty of space Stylish brick & cedar home with captivating mountain and rural views Extra 9mx7m three bay shed for the toys

2 sections offering panoramic views Lot 3: 5380m2; Lot 4: 7880m2 with native bush areas Good building platforms with fibre to gate

1

OPEN HOME

$710,000 3090A CAMBRIDGE ROAD

IT'S YOUR CHOICE

OPEN HOME: SUN 13TH 12 -12.30PM

3

2 1012m2 lifestyle property midway between Cambridge and Hamilton Beautifully renovated brick home with new kitchen and 3 bedrooms Fully fenced with attractive barn-style garage and room to play AUCTION: 1PM, 12TH MAY AT THE CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY PAVILLION, CORNER OF DICK & QUEEN STREET (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 12.15-12.45PM CONTACT DAVID

4

1

CONTACT DAVID

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

47 Alpha Street, Cambridge P: 07 823 1945 sales@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

TO VIEW ALL OF OUR CURRENT LISTINGS VISIT WWW.CAMBRIDGEREALESTATE.CO.NZ NEW LISTING

OPEN HOME NEW LISTING

$729,000

3 ROBINSON STREET AN OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED

2

458m² Freehold Section 2 Bedrooms & open plan living Double glazing and good heating Garaging and offstreet parking Close to local café OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 12.30-1.00PM

1

OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

TENDER

PERFECT PROJECT IN A PRIME LOCATION

2

Opportunity to add value Cambridge East location Spacious 150m2 (approx.) home, easy care section TENDER CLOSES:

ENQUIRIES OVER $1,000,000

3

Amazing townhouse living Sunny open plan living Extra large double garage Work from home space

Sherry Herkes

RESIDENTIAL

M: 027 223 4335 E: SHERRY@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

1

3

2

INTERNET ID: CRR2254 CONTACT PETER DAVID PAGE SOAR CONTACT

CONTACT ALISON OR SACHA

AS CUTE AS A BUTTON

3

507m2 section Cute character cottage Across the road from a Park OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 11.00-11.30AM

1

CONTACT ALISON OR SACHA

OPEN HOME

PBN

8 KEREKORI WAY SUN-SOAKED FAMILY HOME Open plan kitchen, dining and living Cul-de-sac living Sought-after Cambridge East location Fully fenced, landscaped section with cedar hot tub INTERNET ID: CRR2243 CONTACT MATT SEAVILL

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 11.15AM-12.00PM

Eilish Page

Alison Boone

M: 027 300 0002 E: EILISH@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

M: 027 277 8726 E: ALISON@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

RESIDENTIAL

$680,000

85A THOMPSON STREET

OPEN HOME

FABULOUS FAMILY HOME

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY 11.00-11.30AM

1

CONTACT SHERRY OR EILISH

NEW PRICE

OPEN HOME: SUN 13TH 12 -12.30PM

GREENBELT VIEWS

CONTACT DEBBIE OR TREVOR

18 BOWEN STREET

OPEN HOME: SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 12.15-12.45PM

DEADLINE SALE

6 HOMESTEAD LANE

3 2 827m2 landscaped section 2 Greenbelt location Triple garaging DEADLINE SALE: CLOSES 4PM, 19TH MAY AT THE OFFICE OF CAMBRIDGE REAL ESTATE (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) OPEN HOME: SATURDAY 2-2.30PM & SUNDAY: 1.30-2PM CONTACT ALISON OR SACHA

NEW LISTING

99D TAYLOR STREET

1

OPEN HOME

RESIDENTIAL

4

2

2

CONTACT GRAHAM

Sacha Webb

Graham Ban

M: 021 363 387 E: SACHA@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

M: 027 448 7658 E: GRAHAM@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

47 Alpha Street, Cambridge P: 07 823 1945 sales@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

TO VIEW ALL OF OUR CURRENT LISTINGS VISIT WWW.CAMBRIDGEREALESTATE.CO.NZ OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

$715,000

28 CAMPBELL STREET RARE FIND ON ANY MARKET

1050m2 (more or less) Freehold Section Double Garaging Two Bedrooms Lovely polished wood flooring

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 11.30AM-12.00PM

2

1

2

CONTACT EILISH OR SHERRY

CRESWELL FAMILY DELIGHT

$1,399,000

PRICED TO SELL 754m2 section Double glazed Kitchen with a scullery Outdoor portico OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 11.45AM-12.15PM

4

2

2

CONTACT ALISON OR SACHA

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 11.45AM-12.15PM

PBN

SWEET AND PETITE

Character villa Three double bedrooms Two bathrooms Good garaging & off-street parking

OPEN HOME: SUN 13TH 12 -12.30PM

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 12.15-12.45PM

Debbie Towers

RESIDENTIAL M: 027 689 8696 E: DEBBIE@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

1

1

CONTACT ALISON OR SACHA

OPEN HOME

$1,095,000

185 TAYLOR STREET OPPORTUNITY PLUS AND THEN SOME Green Belt Outlook Self-Contained Area Stunning renovation to an extremely high standard Kitchen and living with views OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 1.00-1.30PM

4

3

2

1

CONTACT EILISH OR SHERRY

OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

39 RALEIGH STREET

3

716m2 fully fenced section Nicely modernised Great family home Close to Primary School

OPEN HOME

8A ROSELEIGH DRIVE

$795,000

2 CRESWELL PLACE

3A NAOMI PLACE

DEADLINE SALE

CALLING ALL FAMILIES

5 2 3 910m2 Section Great family home Norfolk Drive sub-division DEADLINE SALE: Closes Thursday 12 May 2022 at 4pm at the office of Cambridge INTERNET ID: CRR2254 Real Estate, Alpha Street,MATT Cambridge (unless sold prior) INTERNET ID:47 CRR2243 CONTACT PETER DAVID PAGE SOAR CONTACT SEAVILL CONTACT CONTACT EILISH OR SHERRY OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 12.30-1.00PM CONTACT ALISON OR SACHA 3

2

Trevor Morris

1

RESIDENTIAL M: 027 205 3246 E: TREVOR@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

Rachael Seavill

RESIDENTIAL M: 027 722 4235 E: RACHAEL@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

Kylie Lee

RESIDENTIAL M: 021 183 9210 E: KYLIE@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

47 Alpha Street, Cambridge P: 07 823 1945 sales@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

TO VIEW ALL OF OUR CURRENT LISTINGS VISIT WWW.CAMBRIDGEREALESTATE.CO.NZ OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

$789,000

36B CLARE STREET ITS ALWAYS ABOUT LOCATION

Spacious 142m² (more or less), 2 bedroom home Large open plan living – internal access garage HRV and Heatpump Private rear section Low maintenance brick and coloursteel roof OPEN HOME: SUNDAY 12.30-1.00PM

2

1

1

CONTACT TREVOR OR DEBBIE

PBN

79 SWAYNE ROAD DARING AND SOPHISTICATED

Brick construction Lovely family flow Easy care section Close to walkways and cycle track Handy to Joe's Garage and Superette OPEN HOME: SUNDAY 1.00-1.30PM

OPEN HOME

PBN

54 CHAUCER STREET CHARMING ON CHAUCER

3

Stylish starter or family nest Updated kitchen New Carpet 514m² (approx) freehold section

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 1.00-1.30PM

1

CONTACT EILISH OR SHERRY

PBN

RELAX ON GREY

Easy Maintenance Brick home Double Glazed Fantastic Flow Throughout Entertainers Dream Stunning and12 Outdoor Living Space OPEN HOME:Section SUN 13TH -12.30PM OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 1.45-2.15PM

Sherry Herkes

RESIDENTIAL

M: 027 223 4335 E: SHERRY@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

4

2

2

2

INTERNET ID: CRR2254 CONTACT PETER DAVID PAGE SOAR CONTACT

CONTACT SHERRY OR EILISH

CONTACT SHERRY OR EILISH

PBN

3 HILLARY PLACE CHARM AND GRACE

Elements of Yesteryear When Character meets Modern Convenience Cul de sac living Easy Care Section with garaging

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 1.45-2.15PM

3

2

1

CONTACT EILISH OR SHERRY

OPEN HOME

$1,348,000

10 BROWNING STREET REAP A HOST OF BENEFITS

Outside bedroom with kitchenette and ensuite Open plan living opens to private covered deck Master with ensuite Fully fenced section

INTERNET ID: CRR2243 CONTACT MATT SEAVILL

OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 1.45-2.15PM

Eilish Page

Alison Boone

M: 027 300 0002 E: EILISH@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

M: 027 277 8726 E: ALISON@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

RESIDENTIAL

2

2

OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

110A GREY STREET

4

RESIDENTIAL

4

3

2

CONTACT GRAHAM

Sacha Webb

Graham Ban

M: 021 363 387 E: SACHA@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

M: 027 448 7658 E: GRAHAM@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

FE A L I TU ST R IN ED G S

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

47 Alpha Street, Cambridge P: 07 823 1945 sales@cambridgerealestate.co.nz

TO VIEW ALL OF OUR CURRENT LISTINGS VISIT WWW.CAMBRIDGEREALESTATE.CO.NZ OPEN HOME

$890,000

111 THOMPSON STREET FAMILY WINNER – GARAGING GALORE Fully fenced 976m² section 4 Car garaging & offstreet parking 4 Bedrooms Spacious outdoor living Close to sporting facilities OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 2.30-3.00PM

4

Stunning new high end kitchen Renovated throughout with new bathroom Huge covered deck 855m2 fenced section Ample space for children, gardening and pets

4

CONTACT DEBBIE OR TREVOR

$899,000

12A SHELLEY STREET ULTRA MODERN RENO

1

4

2

2

OPEN HOME

$1,300,000

5 ALPHA STREET CENTRAL PARK

2

4

2

Central location without compromising on a beautifully established garden 986m2 section offering plenty of room for families to grow and play Two storey four-bedroom home with heat pump and underfloor heating to supply year-long comfort OPEN HOME: SUNDAY: 2.30-3.00PM

CONTACT SACHA OR ALISON

PBN

70 ADDISON STREET RENOVATED BRICK HOME 1143m2 (approx) section Prime location by walkways and stream New kitchen, carpet and décor Private leafy garden

CONTACT RACHAEL OR KYLIE

4

2

2

2

CONTACT RACHAEL OR KYLIE

OPEN HOME

$1,150,000

1 CALVERT PLACE CHARACTER ON CALVERT

Charming 1993 colonial style home 680m2 section with stunning garden Carpeted internal access garage Ample storage Cambridge East Location OPEN HOME: SUN 13TH 12 -12.30PM

3

1

2

INTERNET ID: CRR2254 CONTACT PETER DAVID PAGE SOAR CONTACT

6B DOMINION AVENUE BUILD WITH STUNNING VIEWS

Prime 536m2 section (more or less) Tranquil elevated views Close to the vibrant Cambridge town centre Covenants to protect your investment Build now or land bank for the future INTERNET ID: CRR2243 CONTACT MATT SEAVILL

CONTACT RACHAEL OR KYLIE

Debbie Towers

RESIDENTIAL M: 027 689 8696 E: DEBBIE@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

Trevor Morris

RESIDENTIAL M: 027 205 3246 E: TREVOR@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

$620,000

Rachael Seavill

RESIDENTIAL M: 027 722 4235 E: RACHAEL@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

CONTACT GRAHAM

Kylie Lee

RESIDENTIAL M: 021 183 9210 E: KYLIE@CAMREAL.CO.NZ

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THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

97

X-TRAIL ST 7 SEAT FROM

$

PER WEEK*

48 MONTH | 20% DEPOSIT | 60,000KM | NFV

NISSAN

5YR

150,000 KM’S

FACTORY

WARRANTY

NISSAN

FUTURE VALUE

*Finance offer available to approved applicants of Nissan Financial Services only and excludes lease and some fleet purchasers. Nissan X-TRAIL ST 7 SEAT model at a price of $39,990 drive away (includes ORC of $990 and Govt. CO2 tax of $1,322.50). Deposit of $7,998, monthly repayments of $426.24 financed over a maximum 48 months, and a final balloon of $18,701 equal to the NFV/guaranteed future value of the vehicle based on 15,000km allowance. Total amount payable over the term $38,749 with a fixed interest rate of 5.9% p.a. An establishment fee of $375, PPSR fee of $8.05 and $6 per month account keeping fee is included in the above costs. If you choose to return your vehicle at the end of the term, Nissan will pay the NFV (subject to meeting vehicle condition and servicing requirements and agreed km allowance). While stocks last, must end 30th April 2022. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Nissan reserves the right to vary or extend or cancel this offer.

A SOLUTION FOR EVERY HOME

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A SOLUTION FOR EVERY HOME AIR CONDITIONING A SOLUTION FOR EVERY HOME

THURSDAY MAY 5, 2022

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DEATH NOTICES

DEATH NOTICES

DEATH NOTICES

IN MEMORIAM

COOPER, Lesley Helene – Passed away peacefully at her home in Cambridge, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday 27 April 2022, aged 75 years.

Beloved wife of Geoff for 54 years. An eternal love story.

Loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Andrea and Michael, Gina and Andy, Teresa and Michael, Geoffrey and Hannah.

Adored grandma of Quentin, Ben, Kate, Jamie, Mitchell, Luka, Elias and Brooke. Loved Egyptian daughter of Ken and Helene Bryant and older sister to Paul. In accordance with Lesley’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

We will love you forever and you will live on in our hearts.

Memorial service to follow.

Communication to Lesley’s family c/- andrea@fsal.co.nz

GERRAND, Donald Richard (Don) – Loved 4th son of the late Allan and Grace Gerrand. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ken and Barbara, David and Gail (Mt Maunganui), Ray and Saiyon (Perth), Lynne and Paul Garland (Cambridge), Ian and Marion (Spring Creek), Jeff, Dale and Donna (Cambridge); loved uncle of many nieces and nephews.

The family is very proud of his 54 years of service to the Cambridge and Waipa districts.

VERHOEVEN, Theodorus Gerardus, (Theo) – Slipped away peacefully at Resthaven Home and Hospital, Cambridge, on Tuesday, 26th April 2022. Aged 87 years.

Husband of Jill. Loved father and father-in-law of Morgan & Jayne, Leeza, Gerrard and loved granddad to RubyJean, Meridian, Vulcan, and the Late Zen. Great-granddad to Bailee, Odin, Octavia and Mazikeen. “A huge thanks to the staff at Resthaven Home and Hospital for the love and care shown to Theo over the last few years.” The service for Theo has been held. All communications to the Verhoeven Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge, 3434.

“Rest in peace, your hard work is done Dad”

REG RIDLEY 28 April 1938 – 6 May 2015 You left us suddenly 7 years ago on 6 May. You have gone from our home but not from our hearts.

Karyle, Justine, Wayne, and Kim

GERRAND, Donald Richard (Don), QSM – Left us on 2 May 2022 (on Jocelyn’s birthday), of Cambridge, aged 72 years. Cherished husband and soulmate for 52 years of Jocelyn. Much loved father and mate of Richard and Steph. Loved father-in-law of Kirsten and Cain. Adored grandad and Grumps of Kase, Beau, Levi and Danny. A celebration of Don’s life will be held in the Cambridge Town Hall, Victoria Street, Cambridge, on Saturday 7 May 2022 at 11.00am prior to burial at the Hautapu Cemetery.

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GERRAND, Don – Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lynne and Paul Garland (Cambridge) and uncle of Nicky, Mark and Jodi and Christopher and Marie, great uncle of Greta, Carter, Emmie, Gus, Thea and Milo.

A huge loss for everyone.

GERRAND, Donald Richard QSM – It is with great sadness we say goodbye to Don, a much-loved sonin-law of the late Judy and Bush Hooker, loved brotherin-law of Faye and Ken and Malcolm and Sally, loved uncle of Justin and Stacey, Trent and Minuk, Brad and Nichola, Martin and Shani and Rachel.

"Firefighters never die, they just burn forever in the hearts of those loved ones they left behind and the people whose lives they saved."

GERRAND, Donald Richard (Don), Chief Fire Officer, QSM – It is with great sadness that the Cambridge Volunteer Fire Brigade acknowledges the passing of a great leader and mentor.

Don has served our brigade for over 53 years which is an outstanding contribution to our community. His passing is a great loss to our brigade.

Rest In Peace Don. With much love from the Fire Brigade members and their families.

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FUNERAL SERVICES

FOR SALE FIREWOOD for Sale – Dry Pine $80 per cubic/m. May Special 2.5 cubic/m $200.

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Ph 0272 487075 FIREWOOD seasoned dry gum and Douglas fir $90 a cu.mt. Free delivery town only. Pickups welcome Ph 07 827 45 08

This bylaw can be viewed at: • Public Libraries within the Waipa District at 106 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street, Cambridge; • Waipa District Council offices at 101 Bank Street, Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street, Cambridge; and • Council’s website, www.waipadc.govt.nz Garry Dyet CHIEF EXECUTIVE For and on behalf of the Waipa District Council

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Leamington Rugby Sports Club Incorporated has made application to the Waipa District Licensing Committee for the renewal and variation to increase the licenced area of a club licence in respect of the premises at 36 Carlyle Street, Leamington known as Leamington Rugby Sports Club.

The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is sports club. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Friday 5.30pm to 1.00am following day, Saturday and Sunday 10.30am to 1.00am the following day.

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 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

This is the first publication of this notice.

TRAINER Shelley Houston is to sell unraced 5-year-old thoroughbred “Dame Nancy” to dissolve an ownership due to unpaid debt. $8315.02.

Sale will be via auction on www.gavelhouse.com on May 16, from 7pm onwards.

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• Waipa District Animal Nuisance Bylaw 2022, which will come into effect on 10 May 2022; this new bylaw replaces rules in the Waipā District Plan regarding keeping bees and poultry in urban areas.

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Deadline Ahead Classified Section Booking/Copy Tuesday 12 noon for Thursday publication Ph 07 827 0005 Run of Paper Booking/Copy Monday 5pm for Thursday publication Ph 027 287 0005 55 Victoria CHURCH NOTICESStreet, Cambridge Office Hours 9am to 3.30pm

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Join us this Sunday at Raleigh St. Christian centre, 9:30am and 4pm 24-26 Raleigh Street

For live stream: www.rscc.co.nz

“A Spiritual “My sheep hear iPod” my voice.”

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

Sunday Service at 10am will be led by Rev. Mohu Lolohea

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Mighty River Domain, Lake Karāpiro Temporary Liquor Bans

Pursuant to the Waipa- District Public Places Alcohol Control

Bylaw 2015 and the Local Government Act 2002, temporary liquor bans will operate on the Mighty River Domain, Lake Kara- piro (excluding the Sir Don Rowlands Centre, any leased facilities and any other area/s on the Mighty River Domain specifically licensed for the sale or service of alcohol) on certain dates/times during the 2021-2022 summer season.

For further details, visit www.lakekarapiro.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

TOURISM/FARM HOSTING OPPORTUNITY Rural Holidays New Zealand Ltd, an established and innovative Christchurch based company with considerable experience in the hosting of overseas visitors to New Zealand over the past 39 years, is interested in adding further rural host properties, working farms and smaller lifestyle country properties.

We are seeking good standard homely accommodation.

Minimum requirement is that bathroom and toilet facilities must be separate from those of the host. Most stays are for one night that includes dinner, bed and breakfast.

A genuine interest in meeting people from a wide variety of countries along with the need to be flexible, reliable and maintain a consistent standard at all times are important factors we are seeking. A competitive industry level of remuneration is paid.

If you feel this opportunity to become involved with Rural Holidays NZ Ltd is of appeal, would you please make initial contact with Lindsay Pearce, Operations Manager, email hosting@ruralholidays.co.nz

Fabricator/Welder - Key member of a small friendly team - Global leader in Air Filtration - Cambridge location Camfil NZ Ltd, the world leader in air filtration products and services, has expanded rapidly in New Zealand and is seeking to recruit an exceptional Fabricator/Welder. This role will work closely with our workshop foreman to build an outstanding level of product and customer service.

This role will involve all aspects of fabrication and job assembly.

Some site maintenance work would be required from time to time.

To be successful in this role you should; - have a strong safety focus - have a good background in all facets’ of Mig / Tig welding & fabrication. (Aluminum, Mild & Stainless Steel) - be passionate and take pride in your work.

- have adequate verbal and written communication skills - show attention to detail and accuracy - enjoy being part of a successful team and working in a modern equipped facility.

If this challenging role appeals to you, please forward your CV to craig.gosnell@camfil.com Refer to www.camfil.com for company background information.

SITUATIONS VACANT

ADMINISTRATION POSITION

Our Company: We are an Electrical Service Company specialising in Solar Power Installation.

Due to the continued development and expansion of clean energy technologies and the rapid growth of demand for electrical services in the industry, both residential and commercial, we are now in a position of expansion transitioning from a very successful owner operated small business into a fully structured mid size company which now requires the development and implementation of all the administration constructs associated with a large established well organised corporate company whilst still maintaining a grassroots close knit open and friendly working relationship between everyone in the company.

This role involves a variety of daily admin tasks as well as the continual development and maintenance of core company processes : Some of the key tasks in this role are: • Maintain and continually develop the Company’s º Health and Safety policies and procedures º Standard operating rules, policies and procedures º Employment agreement details º Website and Social media platforms º Online presence and presentation • Management of end to end workflow º Calendar booking and scheduling º Printing and processing of job specific paperwork º Communication with the teams on all aspects of day to day operations º Collation and uploading of job specific iCloud documentation and photos • Loading of Debit / Credit invoices using Xero • Stock control and inventory management, placing of replenishment orders • Vehicle maintenance registry, scheduling of servicing for all Company vehicles About you and your skill set you’ll be able to bring to the Company: • Demonstrate a high level of integrity • Strong communication • Friendly and personable • Positive energy and attitude • Organised and methodical • The ability to prioritise • Ability to use initiative • Ability to work autonomously • Have a strong computer and IT knowledge • Quickly develop an understanding of our work environment and the health and safety protocols required • Continue to build the professional ‘friendship’ relationships we have established with external clients and businesses we work closely with on a daily basis Skills and experience that would be preferred but not essential • Experience with Xero accounting software • Experience with Google Calendars, Drive, Email • Experience and knowledge of Health and Safety policy and procedure documentation creation • Experience with employment agreements and associated processes of all employment aspects ranging from Annual Leave Requests through to Disciplinary Procedures.

• Experience with Website development and establishment • Extensive knowledge and understanding of social media platforms for use as business presence and communication applications.

This is a Cambridge based position.

We’d love to hear from you if Bright Light Electrical Administration sounds like the right job for you...

To apply for this position please submit a tailored cover letter along with your CV and any other relevant information you’d like to include.

Please email your application to brightlightelectricalnz@gmail.com

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The Best Value in Showbusiness DOCTOR STRANGE AND THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS (TBA) Benedict Cumberbatch returns for this Sam Raimi-directed entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a sequel to 2016’s Doctor Strange taking place after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home and correlating with MCU series WandaVision.

THU 6.00, FRI 5.35, SAT 10.25, 1.20, 3.45, 5.30, SUN 10.15, 3.45, 6.00, TUE 6.00, WED 6.00 _____________________________________________________ THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT (R13) In this action-packed comedy, Nicolas Cage plays Nick Cage, channeling his iconic characters as he’s caught between a superfan (Pedro Pascal) and a CIA agent (Tiffany Haddish).

THU 10.15, 6.45, FRI 6.00, SAT 1.30, 5.55, SUN 1.30, 6.00, TUE 10.15, 6.45, WED 10.15, 6.45 _____________________________________________________ OPERATION MINCEMEAT SUN 3.45, 6.15 _____________________________________________________ DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA THU 10.30, 5.30, FRI 5.30, SAT 3.35, 5.30, SUN 3.30, 5.55, TUE 10.30, 5.30, WED 10.30, 5.30 _____________________________________________________ AMBULANCE (R16) *FINAL WEEK* TUE 5.45, WED 5.45 _____________________________________________________ THE LOST CITY (M) THU 6.10, SAT 1.10, 6.30, SUN 1.00, 6.30, TUE 6.10, WED 6.10 _____________________________________________________ SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 (PG) THU 5.45, FRI 5.25, SAT 10.20, 1.05, SUN 10.30, 3.30 _____________________________________________________ FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRET OF DUMBLEDORE THU 10.20, FRI 6.30, SAT 10.15, 3.45, SUN 10.15, 1.00, WED 10.20 _____________________________________________________ THE BAD GUYS (PG) SAT 10.30, 3.45, SUN 10.20, 1.15, 3.45 _____________________________________________________ THE DUKE (M) *FINAL WEEK* SAT 3.30, TUE 10.20 _____________________________________________________ CINDERELLA & THE LITTLE SORCERER (PG) SAT 10.35, SUN 10.35 _____________________________________________________ UNCHARTERED (M) SAT 1.00, 6.35

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