Te Awamutu News | June 1, 2023

Focus back on park plan

By Roy Pilott

Debate over the concept plan for Te Awamutu’s Memorial Park approved two years ago this month continues.

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Community Board chair Ange Holt told staff last week there was dispute over what was ‘war memorial’ and what was not.

She has previously indicated a lack of comfort over the plan and was told at a board meeting last week the pond at the park had not been identified as a heritage feature.

Holt took issue with a staff report which said the plan met the requirements of the Reserve Act – arguing the park lake and stonework – which would disappearwere part of the memorial the council was charged with maintaining.

It was put to Community Services manager Brad Ward

by board member John Wood that it would be better to “leave the thing as it is”.

Ward said he would not relitigate the plan itself – it had already been approved.

“All we are focussing on here is the components of the Reserve Act and clarifying points raised about next of kin and stakeholders.”

Holt said the problem with identifying what was ‘war memorial’ and was not kept coming up and she wanted it clarified.

She said the report did confirm that Yarndley’s Paddock was part of the park, and that needed to be communicated.

Resident Peter Fletcher, who spoke at the March meeting, told the meeting the entire park was dedicated solely as a World War 2 memorial and “every feature in the park including the lake is part of the park”.

He said under a 1955

agreement “all you have permission to do is to maintain it – nothing else – you have no right to remove anything. It has been subsidised. The lake stays –it’s a simple absolute fact”.

Holt said she wanted further legal clarification over how the act applies to “how we manage that piece of land”.

The report tabled at the board meeting last week

said plans for the park met obligations towards a Government subsidy scheme that partially funded its establishment.

“Documents provided by members of public show that in order for a successful application for funding to establish a memorial under the [Government’s War Memorial Subsidy] Scheme, it needed to demonstrate provision was made for

the perpetual maintenance of the memorial, and that the “centre” (in this case, the Reserve) was for the use of all sections of the community,” the report read. The concept plan provided for the maintenance of the memorial “in situ, but also results in the reserve being more inclusive of all sections of the community by now including acknowledgement of the pre-European history

of the site, especially archaeological features such as Kaipaka Pā and the pā tuna, (spring) to include our mana whenua community”. Given that, no concerns had been identified relating to the recommendations, the report said. But the community board backed Holt’s motion seeking more legal information on what could and could not be done.

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There has been vocal opposition to removing the Memorial Park pond.

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‘Affordable’ housing boost

By Mary Anne Gill

Public housing Crown agency Kainga

Ora will buy 1.4ha of land in Te Awamutu to develop affordable housing for people aged 55 years and over.

The land at 1262 Cambridge Road, part of a 3.7ha parcel owned by Waipā District Council since 2017, will have 30 dwellings built on it within two years.

The $2.683 million purchase gives ratepayers a good capital gain – the council paid $690,000 for the land when it identified it as an ideal location for affordable housing.

Deputy chief executive Ken Morris told councillors this week the council had considered how it might use the property.

It did apply to a fund that central Government funded but was unsuccessful.

Soon after that, and post Covid when the housing crisis grew legs, Kainga Ora approached the council with an offer to buy part of the land to build affordable housing.

In October last year, councillors gave tentative approval subject to community consultation.

That occurred with 57 per cent in support, 12 per cent partially supportive and 31 per cent against.

“Staff believe this recommendation is sound. It is consistent with our intent,” said Morris.

The land would still be used for its original purpose.

“My word of warning, this is something council will have to maintain an interest in,” said Morris, with council taking some sort of community advocacy role.

Deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk said she liked the time frames put on the sale by council which meant construction would start in less than two years.

“This will bring houses to those who need it. It will then set the scene, set the tone for that development.”

She wanted to see a priority put on people who had strong family links to Te Awamutu and Waipā.

“Those who have whanau in Waipā should be prioritised.”

Urban design was something the district had not quite “nailed”, she said, so asked for staff to consider an urban design panel made up of experts who could tweak designs to suit the district needs and work with Kainga Ora.

“We’ve got more developments to come,” she said so it would be important.

Mayor Susan O’Regan said there were many benefits to the sale. “We can’t please everybody, but we can’t be blind to people’s needs.”

In a media release, the council said proceeds from the sale would repay council debt on the original purchase and go towards community projects.

The council will also assess the highest and best purpose use of the remaining 2.3ha. Meanwhile a show home is about to open in the Bridge Housing Charitable Trust development on the outskirts of Cambridge in Peake Road. It uses a leasehold model in which the owner buys the house and pays rent on the land.

Medals for Ken and Karen

Waipā couple Ken and Karen Morris, pictured with the Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro at Government House in Wellington last week when they received Queen Service Medals (QSM) for their services to the community. The Cambridge residents received the awards in the New Year’s Honours List. Photos: Government House.

This picture from Google Earth shows the 1.4ha site tagged for affordable housing.

Voyager success

Four Waipā journalists featured strongly at the Voyager Media Awards on Saturday. Lisette Reymer won the best coverage of a news event and best reporting (general), Karen Rutherford was the regional journalist of the year with Natalie Akoorie runner up and The News’ Mary Anne Gill was a finalist in local government reporting and community journalist.

Voting opens

The race to replace Waipā District councillor Takena Stirling in the Māori ward starts today. The by election has four candidates - Bill Harris, Barney Manaia, DaleMaree Morgan and Gaylene Roberts. Voting is open to electors on the Māori roll and runs to June 23. Stirling resigned in March.

Fines drop

The fining system for overdue library books in Waipā – which generates about $18,000 a year but comes with administration costs and angst, is to go. Waipā District Council, debating its 2023-24 fees and charges, has decided to join other councils around the country in removing overdue library fines from July.

Art winner

Hawke’s Bay artist Ricks Terstappen won the Fieldays No.8 Wire National Art Award for his artwork titled Connectivity last week. The finalists' artworks will be on display until 2 July at ArtsPost in central Hamilton.

Booked out

Rotary has raised more than $16,000 for community organisation from its latest book fair in Te Awamutu. Fair convenor Laurel Smith said to date $2000 has been earmarked for Kihikihi Riding for the Disabled and $4000 for the Te Awamutu Community Health Shuttle. The sum raised was on a par with what the Te Awamutu club was raising before Covid struck.

Parents to discuss bullying

By Jeremy Smith

A public meeting called by parents of Te Awamutu College students is not designed to point the finger at anyone, organisers say. Instead, those behind it hope the gathering - planned for next Wednesday evening at Te Rahu Hall - will “... draw the community together to find a collective,

constructive solution” following complaints of bullying among students.

Jenni Williams and Lee Smith - former college students who now have children there – said during the public forum of last week’s meeting of the college’s board of trustees they had called the meeting. More than 20 members of the public attended the

board meeting.

“I’m speaking not just as a mother of students, but on behalf of concerned parents,” Williams said. “I acknowledge the hard work which goes into being a teacher - especially where teenagers are involved.

“We know teachers can’t be everywhere, all the time. We want to support staff, and we care about our

children’s experience while they’re at the college.”

Williams said while there were no easy fixes, it was imperative reported issues were resolved quickly, and that both sides of the story were heard. A tipping point on social media, she said, was a student’s post expressing worry about their younger sibling being bullied which attracted more than 500 comments.

“Collectively, we need to get to the bottom of these problems as soon as possible.

“It’s about our community’s future - if we don’t address issues now, students will leave school and end up in a broken society.”

Urging college staff to not be afraid to ask for help, Williams suggested bringing together a group of parents, youth officers, teachers and community organisations to sit down and hash these issues out and support staff in other ways.

In communications ahead of last Wednesday’s meeting, Te Awamutu College Board of Trustees chair Craig Yarndley said, “…the principal, senior leadership team and staff have our full

support. We’d ask for your support as we continue to oversee the college. We are here, and we are listening…”

At the meeting he reiterated, “...we are aware of, and are taking, these incidents seriously. We’re not ignoring them; we know they’re a concern.”

Smith told The News parents were not there to play the blame game and nor was that the purpose of next week’s public meeting.

“We’re here because we care… teachers are doing an amazing job in so many ways.”

Attacking the college verbally was counterproductive, and not the intent, Smith said.

“We’re not being accusatory or making assumptions. We all know there is an issue - we simply want both sides of the story to be heard, and our kids to enjoy school.”

Not dealing with the issue though “won’t help anything”.

Williams, part of a Facebook group made up of “concerned mothers” agreed.

“We don’t want college staff to feel like we’re against them, we’re not…”

New code for councillors

By Mary Anne Gill

A new Code of Conduct

to keep tabs on elected members’ behaviour has been adopted by Waipā District Council.

The biggest change from the previous one adopted in November 2020 is an independent process to focus on serious rather than minor or trivial matters.

A section on dealing with the media, which notes the “important role” it plays in the operation and efficacy of local democracy, is unchanged. It says the media needs access to accurate and

timely information about the affairs of council. Failure by a member to comply with this section can represent a breach of the code.

Governance manager

Jo Gread has added a more detailed section on behaviours, replacing a relationships section, and replaced the breaches of code and penalties with a new investigation and ruling part. Another change made was to make the code gender neutral when referring to people or positions such as mayor.

Based on a Local Government New Zealand

template, the code now adopts a two-step process with the chief executive referring all complaints to an initial assessor who determines whether the complaint is valid.

If valid, the complaint either goes to the mayor or recommend the parties undertake mediation.

If mediation is not an option, the complaint is referred to an independent investigator.

“The council can either agree to be bound by an independent investigator’s recommendations or make their own

decision on receipt of the independent investigator’s recommendations. The proposed policy leaves the decision with council, but it is important to note that any process for investigating an alleged breach must be politically independent and be seen to be so,” said Gread in her report.

The Code of Conduct now also includes a section dealing with the Local Government (Pecuniary Interests Register) Act 2022.

That requires all elected members, including community board representatives, to record

Jo Gread

their interests to ensure transparency and strengthen public trust and confidence in local government processes and decision-making.

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Lee Smith (left) and Jenni Williams at last week’s board meeting.

John Bertrand Collectables

Buying in Te Awamutu and Waikato Next Week

Once again the buyers from Wellington based company John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd are coming to Te Awamutu and Waikato next week. Mr Tony Grant from the company says “This is a great time to bring along those unwanted items you’ve sorted out during the lockdown period and turn them into cash”. Particularly wanted by the buyers are Gold and Silver (in any of its forms) and Collectables such as Old Coins and Banknotes, War Medals, Old Wind-up Watches and other interesting Old Collectables.

“We are keen buyers, especially of the items in the list below” said Mr Grant. “I’m sure everyone has unearthed something we want in the past few weeks and we would like to see it!

Nothing is too small for our consideration. We are just as happy to buy one item as we are buying 1,000 items”. The buyers will be in convenient locations in Te Awamutu and Waikato next week (see details below). As Tony Grant says “if you are in any doubt about any items you wish to sell, take them along for an instant appraisal”

Gold & Silver At Near Record Prices

During these uncertain times we have seen a sharp increase in the price of precious metals. The gold price in New Zealand is at near record levels so gather up all your unwanted items and take them along to the buyers. Tony Grant says “We can buy old gold items in all forms, including Jewellery (Rings, Chains, Brooches etc), Coins (Sovereigns and the like), Alluvial (River Gold), virtually anything, even Gold Teeth! We also need all Sterling Silver including Cups, Tea Services, Cutlery and Old Coins” he said.

Interesting Small Collectables Wanted

The buyers from John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd, visiting Te Awamutu and Waikato next week, are happy to look at any interesting items, for example vintage pocket and wristwatches such as Rolex, Men’s Omega, Breitling and gold watches etc. Also wanted, pre 1950’s picture postcards, Maori and Pacific artefacts, old fountain pens and other small antique or historical items.

“If you have something unusual which you would like to sell, please bring it into one of our venues, we would like the chance to at least have a look at it” said Tony Grant, buyer for the Company. “We will consider anything which may be of interest to a collector” he said.

Some Big Dollars in Early Banknotes

EarlyNew Zealand Banknotes dated before 1932 are currently fetching big money! This is according to Mr Tony Grant, author of the John Bertrand New Zealand Coin & Banknote Catalogue. Mr Grant is in Te Awamutu and Waikato next week on a buying trip for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd and would be very keen to see any of these issues. “We will pay at least $300 for any undamaged Ten Shilling or

Collectors Need War Medals

Currently, throughout NZ and the world there is a big demand by collectors for war medals. These cover all wars right through from the New Zealand Land Wars and the Boer War, to the First and Second World Wars and the later Korea and Vietnam conflicts. New Zealand Servicemen and Women first served overseas in the Boer War in South Africa around 1900 and the war medals awarded for this service are needed by the buyers, as are any other Medals from early New Zealand and the New Zealand Wars.

General service medals from both the First and Second World Wars will also be purchased, but as can be imagined these were awarded in fairly large numbers. “If a group of medals has any special award for bravery such as the Military Medal, Military or Flying Cross or other medals for Distinguished Conduct or Meritorious Service, these can add great value to a group” stated Mr Tony Grant, buyer for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd. “Many families have old medals, some dating back to early Imperial days, that they are not sure what to do with. These are better off in the hands of collectors who will look after them. We will be happy to look at any war medals whatsoever, just bring them in to venues” he said.

One Pound banknote from a New Zealand trading bank dated 1932 or before.

Denominations of five pounds and higher would be worth from $700. “Any banknote dated prior to 1900 would be worth at least $1000” said Mr Grant. Also purchased are any Reserve Bank of New Zealand pre-decimal issues, especially 50 Pound notes. All overseas banknotes are also wanted, especially early Pacific Island issues.

Old Coins Can Toss Up a Rarity

In lockdown when you sorted out your drawers and cupboards you may have come across some old coins. You just never know what rarities may be lurking there. The advice of Tony Grant from John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd is to bring them in to the venues and have them appraised. “We want to see any old foreign coin accumulations. We are quite happy to go through your coins on the spot and give you an idea what we can pay. You just never know what can turn up. We are also particularly keen to buy pre 1946 New Zealand Silver Coins for at least 10 times their face value” he said.

JOHN BERTRAND (COLLECTABLES) ARE BUYING NOW!!

WAR MEDALS ETC

• The New Zealand Wars & Boer War Medals

• 1st World War Medals

• 2nd World War Medals, Stars etc

• Orders and Decorations

• Korea & Vietnam Medals

• Antarctic or other Polar Medals

• Fire Brigade Medals

• Lodge Medals

• Shooting Medals

• Military Badges and all other Military Medals

• Gold returning Fob Medals or “Tokens of Honour” from residents of small town New Zealand

HISTORICAL MEDALS

• A&P Show- Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals

• Commemorative Medals & Medalets

•

(parts value only)

*No Quartz or Battery Operated Watches Please*

Please note: If you sell anything to us, suitable ID is required. Please also bring your bank account details for the deposit of funds for larger purchases.

Mr Anthony (Tony) W. Grant Fellow of the Royal Numismatic Society of New Zealand Incorporated Director and Buyer John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd

Author of the John Bertrand NZ Coin & Banknote Catalogue

On the right path in Kihikihi

By Jeremy Smith

Kihikihi’s new walking and cycling pathway - Te Ara Rimu - is seemingly gaining traction, and as it moves one step closer to becoming a reality the project is getting the big tick from residents.

They praised the positives it will bring to town after a series of changes to the plan for the $7.2m pathway, partly funded by Waka Kotahi, were suggested following community engagement.

These include an additional bus stop on Whitmore Street, increasing the size of the bus stop outside Kihikihi School, providing more roadside parking, including raised safety platforms to improve pedestrian crossing points and adding more traffic calming measures to slow traffic along Whitmore Street.

Increasing roadside parking in Lyon Street - and overall traffic movement – were also prevalent topics raised when The News visited.

Kihikihi Fresh owner Shavnil ‘Sivi’ Prasad – who has lived in Kihikihi for 15 years, and whose store has been open since December, said he foresaw one major benefit of the walkway.

“If it gets families off the couch and we start to see lots more people outside getting some exercise together in Kihikihi, that’s wonderful,” he said.

Asked if he would use Te Ara Rimu himself, Prasad said, “Maybe, but I think you’re more likely to find me in the gym.

“I do feel like there’s not enough parking

spaces.”

With a pedestrian crossing right outside his shop, busy times of the day sometimes made him nervous, he said.

Top Dairy owner Raj Mistry who has lived in town for 17 years, also praised the pathway, but agreed that parking was - at times - an issue, particularly for larger vehicles.

“If truck drivers need to stop near the public toilet, where are they meant to do so?”

Waipā District Council’s transportation manager Bryan Hudson told The News council staff hadn’t heard from Kihikihi residents concerned about parking in Lyon St.

Nor had they received feedback about vehicles occupying Lyon St parks for long periods of time during weekdays.

“I’m only too happy to hear from anyone who has concerns regarding this discussion, and I’ll listen to their feedback,” he said.

Hudson added council staff plan to monitor a signalled crossing which will be in place across Ōhaupō’s Great South Road, State Highway 3, by the end of the year. Doing so will help them assess whether to consider something similar in Kihikihi.

“Over the last six months or so, because we know Kihikihi is a growing area, we’ve already been in discussions with Waka Kotahi about establishing safe crossing points across Lyon St for pedestrians.”

Waka Kotahi has provided $4.8 million of funding for Te Ara Rimu as part of its programme aimed at helping create more transport choices across New Zealand.

Singing for a supper

By Jeremy Smith

Rosetown Choristers members are fine tuning preparations for the group’s latest performance, before taking to the stage.

Profits from the fundraising concertAround The World in 80 Minutes - will be given to the Te Awamutu Combined Churches and Community Foodbank.

The show of support which has delighted foodbank coordinator Rita Middleton.

“We are always really grateful for any support people give us,” she told The News.

In April, the foodbank - which has been running for 30 years - distributed 61 food parcels throughout the wider Te Awamutu community.

A volunteer support drive in February and March also doubled volunteer numbers to 20, Rita said.

School holidays are a busy time for food bank parcels, with numbers steadily increasing over those weeks.

“Now, having double the volunteer numbers has made things so much more manageable though, and I’m grateful. “All of our volunteers are very dedicated to the work we do.”

Rita described the experience of being able

to give families food parcels as moving.

“It really means a lot to those we help,” she said.

Currently, foodbank stocks are “looking good” and steady donations have been helping the foodbank team meet growing demand.

They’re always appreciative of more donations.

Rosetown Choristers president David Brown said their group was only too happy to support the “great work” the foodbank does in the Te Awamutu community with the proceeds for the concert.

And, after practicing for Around The World in 80 Minutes for several months, he said the choristers are excited about taking the stage.

In a typical year, Rosetown Choristers would usually hold two concerts, David said. “We currently have about 20 members, and I think for me, one of the best parts about being involved with the choristers, is the camaraderie and the shared love we have of singing.”

The June 24 concert’s title is as it promises - David said the audience will be taken on a “worldwide musical journey” at Te Awamutu Methodist Church.

Some of Rosetown Choristers members.

Photo supplied.

On a journey with Māori

By Ange Holt, Chair, Te Awamutu Community Board

As part of Community Boards 2.0, it is recommended we build better relationships with mana whenua.

With no Māori representative on our board this starts with us improving our understanding of te ao Māori and tikanga.

To do this we are making every effort to learn, engage and attend events that enable us to do so.

The initial step, started at our last meeting, is to start and finish our meetings with a karakia, conducted in te reo Māori first - to acknowledge the people who were here before us and then in English so we all understand the prayer.

We helped to arrange the Coronation event for King Charles III and as part of this event we invited mana whenua to participate.

Our representatives were Kingi Turner (Ngāti Apakura) and Thomas Lord (Ngāti Mahanga).

Both kaikōrero (speakers) conducted their mihi whakatau in te reo Māori and translated it into English so all present understood what they had said.

After the event I was chatting with Thomas about this and learnt that some believe the mihi should never be translated. I do acknowledge and understand this belief and the importance of tikanga.

I personally found this kind gesture of translation helpful and it made a lasting impact on more than one of the attendees at the coronation event because we understood what was being said and could relate to it.

Recently I had the privilege of being invited with some of the parishioners from St John’s Anglican Church and from Pāriha o Rangiaowhia to Parawera Marae for their first church service in many years.

The event started in a traditional manner

with a mihi whakatau in the wharenui.

He tikanga karakia mō te Rātapu was then conducted by Pā Cruz Karauti-Fox.

It was a beautiful service, shared in te reo Māori and English.

This was followed by lunch in the wharekai/ dining room where relationships were forged, and extended through an invitation to Hairini (St Paul’s) for a karakia service in the future. Following the service and lunch, a group including myself, led by Tiaki Ormsby and Matua Tihau Bishop set off on a tour of significant sites relating to the journey made by King Tāwhiao just after the land confiscations.

Kaumatua Hone Tairi, kaitiaki of Maungatautari, shared his extensive knowledge with us, pointing out pā sites, some of which have since become quarries; where there was once vast swamp land and a huge lake at Roto-o-rangi, the Māori parliament Marae on Maungakawa that was burnt down along with many marae and pā sites after the land confiscations.

It was a worthwhile and fascinating afternoon.

This journey provided me with the opportunity to build new relationships, gain new learning and understanding of these local sites of significance and their importance to local iwi.

I hope that the board and I can join more events such as these where we can grow our knowledge and build lasting relationships with Mana Whenua and Tangata Whenua.

As a community board, our next step is to hopefully attend a Ngā Iwi Tōpu O Waipā meeting so we can introduce ourselves and offer our support.

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Auckland’s volcanoes

By Janine Krippner

Auckland has several notable hills – Mt Victoria (Takarunga), Mt Eden (Maungawhau), One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie), Mt Wellington (Maungarei), and more.

It also has some pretty neat water features, like Mangere Lagoon, Panmure Basin, or Lake Pupuke. Then looking East is the scenic Rangitoto island. All of these are just a few of the 53 known volcanic centres in the Auckland Volcanic Field, which is classified as still active - future eruptions will likely occur but there is currently no activity or unrest. The depth of magma is thought to be around 70-90 km and there are no signs of it moving towards the surface. A volcanic field is a large region of dozens to hundreds of volcanic features, even reaching well over 1,400 vents, across tens to hundreds of kilometres and all from the same magma system. Most features in these fields produce one eruption (Rangitoto had two), which can last from days to months, or a few years, and this means that each new eruption tends to occur in a new location instead of an existing cone or crater. This means that the existing cones and craters in Auckland will likely not be the site of the next eruption, it will be somewhere else.

At most volcanoes we can reasonably assume that an eruption will take place at one of the main craters or at least somewhere on or just below the cone, but in a volcanic field this is much more complex. Our biggest city sprawls across the roughly 20 by 30 square kilometre

volcanic field that began erupting around 193,000 years ago.

The last eruption around 600 years ago at Rangitoto was witnessed by people in the area. Eruptions could produce lava flows, ballistics (flying rocks), lava domes, pyroclastic flows (hot, fast flows of ash, gas, and rocks), volcanic ash, volcanic gases, lahars (mudflows), and earthquakes. The eruptions tend to be on the smaller end of the scale, but it doesn’t take a big eruption to be a devastating event when people are nearby, let alone within densely populated areas. In addition, when magma mixes with water (such as lakes, harbours, or groundwater), the eruptions can be more explosive and much more dangerous.

A lot of work is being done to not only understand the volcanic activity in the area, but how it would impact Auckland and beyond, and what actions people and groups can take now to prepare for an eruption. In fact, there are more than 60 years of research in some of these areas.

We do this by understanding what volcanoes in Auckland have done in the past, and we also look at other volcanoes around the world. We study how eruptions impact people and infrastructure, such as water mains, roads and electricity.

The next time you visit Auckland, look around you and see how many volcanic cones you can spot.

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Civic leaders back commuter service

By Jeremy Smith

Organisers hope a day aimed at boosting awareness of the regional Te Kuiti Connector bus service will encourage more commuters to catch it.

The service, launched in February, travels between Te Kuiti and Hamilton stopping in Ōtorohanga, Kihikihi, Te Awamutu, Ōhaupō and at the Hamilton Transport Centre.

The service has attracted 1000 passengers and an information day aiming to increase those numbers was held at Te Kuiti i-Site last Thursday.

Ōtorohanga deputy mayor Annette Williams was among those who attended, and she told The News on Tuesday that while the numbers were a great start, she hopes use of the bus won’t stop there.

“There’s certainly more scope for commuters to catch it, it’s simply a matter of people being

aware it’s here, and that’s what days like last Thursday are for.”

Though unable to attend the day in Te Kuiti, Pirongia-Kakepuku ward councillor Clare St Pierre - who sits on Waikato Regional Council’s regional transport committee – agreed with Williams.

“I was really happy to hear of those numbers,” she told The News of the reported patronage.

St Pierre has also previously said she’s keen to see connectivity – the overall number of buses – increase.

The Te Kūiti Connector and Tokoroa Connector are the two newest public transport initiatives to be rolled out in the region.

They are operated by Waikato Regional Council in partnership with Waitomo District Council, Ōtorohanga District Council, Waipā District Council and South Waikato District Council, as well as tertiary providers The University of Waikato and Wintec.

Karāpiro contract delayed

By Mary Anne Gill

A contract to provide onsite management at Lake Karāpiro has been delayed four months because the timeframes are too tight.

Waipā District Council, which owns the venue, had hoped to have a new contract in place by July 1.

GL Events Ltd, a company owned by deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk and her husband Andrew Reymer, has provided the service for 19 years and is into the last year of a six-year contract.

Deputy chief executive Ken Morris told The News the council had hoped to go to the market in April.

“As staff worked through the process it became evident that the timeframes were becoming too tight to ensure it would be done well.”

The contract extension requires approval from the Office of the Auditor-General because of Stolwyk’s conflict of interest.

“The delays are unfortunate and not ideal,” she said.

The company employs eight full timers and several casual staff for large events.

The uncertainty had “concerned” many of her staff.

“In an ideal world I would

have liked to give (them) certainty.”

Stolwyk said she would much rather see a more robust process used than to rush anything.

Morris said the tender would now go out in June to ensure sufficient timeframes for document preparation, tender bids, and awarding of the new contract.

Karāpiro is arguably one of Waikato’s jewels but certainly a Waipā success story, said Stolwyk.

“Personally, I’ve thought for a very long time, we’ve flown below the radar.”

The venue delivers world class events 11 months of the year.

“The benefits are absolutely massive.”

The national waka ama championships, as an example, generates $6 million in annual benefits to the region, she said.

The first event under the extended contract will be the North Island Secondary School cycling championships starting on July 1.

That provides $4 million of benefit in the middle of winter.

“Plus, we’re flat out all year round with our conference venue.”

Stolwyk’s involvement with Karāpiro Domain predates her election as a councillor in 2016. Each term she has declared her conflict of interest and obtained approval from the Office of the Auditor General to continue her involvement.

Pictured, from left, is Waitomo district deputy mayor Allan Goddard, Waikato regional councillor Angela Strange, Ōtorohanga deputy mayor Annette Williams, Waikato regional councillor Stu Kneebone, Waitomo district mayor John Robertson and Ōtorohanga district councillor Steve Hughes.

Liz Stolwyk, left, at a international dragon boat festival at Karapiro in April with competitors Wan Ling Chin and Wan Fang Chin, (right).

River find a calamity

A tiny clam which reproduces at an extraordinary rate – and has survived overseas attempts to eradicate it - has been found in the Waikato River

Freshwater gold clams, also known as Asian clams, have been found in a 45km stretch of the river from just north of Bob’s Landing near Maungatautari Rd downstream to Hamilton. They have a reputation for clogging infrastructure such as hydroelectricity plants, municipal water supply and irrigation systems and are a threat to native species.

One of the eight hydro dams on the Waikato River – Karāpiro – sits inside that 45km stretch.

Biosecurity New Zealand Deputy Director General Stuart Anderson says it is not known how the freshwater gold clam will behave in New Zealand conditions.

“We’re asking people who work around the river, or boat, fish or swim there, to keep a lookout and report any sightings,” Anderson said

“They are a dirty white to yellow or tan and adult ones are 2-3 cm across. They can be found within the water, sitting on top of sandy or muddy surfaces, or buried shallowly within

them. They’re quite distinctive – there are no New Zealand species that look like this in the river.”

Waikato Regional Council Chief Executive Chris McLay said the discovery was hugely disappointing.

“It’s been found over an especially popular stretch of the river. Lake Karāpiro alone has 50 days of events every year that attract thousands of competitors, and through summer our maritime officers can find hundreds of boats, jet skis and kayaks using the lake on any given day. Even in winter it continues to be heavily used.”

Find peace in your storm

Phil Strong, Senior Leader, Zion

My kids gave me a wonderful gift last Christmas in preparation for our new home. They had chosen some artwork for the wall and though I had to wait three months to hang their gift, I am delighted to see the two-piece art take pride of place in our lounge room.

For me, art tells a story or reminds me of a story. This may be why I keep two drawings my children did for me when in kindergarten. While they are embarrassed of their childish artwork, I remember the love they gave me in that moment and that’s why I keep their art on my wall.

These new art pieces also remind me of a story. The first shows a boat in a storm and it’s a simple line drawing of rudimentary construction. The word under the image is a bold and clear command: Peace. The second image shows the same boat on the calm water and signifies the result of the

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The inspiration of this art is the biblical account of the storm on the Sea of Galilee. Jesus and His disciples were crossing the lake at night when a windstorm whipped the water into a frenzy, causing the boat to take on water. Jesus, asleep in the rear of the boat, was woken by his friends with the cry, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?”

Don’t we all feel like that when life swamps us to the point like we feel we are going to drown?

The Bible says, Jesus woke and rose in the boat, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Peace, Be still!” Suddenly the wind stopped, and there was a great calm.

And so, my Christmas gift reminds me of the peace we can access when Jesus is present in our storm. If only we would give heed to His voice and see the calm that results.

As I sit in my chair in the dim light of the morning, I view this art with fondness. Yes, the

warmth of the memory of the sentiment with which it was given is a blessing to me. But more than that, my kids know that I have come to depend on the voice of the One who commands the wind and waves.

There are many moments in my life when I thought I was going to drown under the pressure of life, the demands of others or the threat of destruction. And in each moment, I cry out to Jesus. Jesus is faithful to be actively present in my storm.

I wonder who you cry out to? Do you cry to the bank manager or your boss? Do you cry into your empty glass and wonder why the pain doesn’t stop? Even when you think you are alone, Jesus would want you to know He is very near to you. Be sure of this; when you cry out to Jesus, He will help you find peace in your storm.

The tribute to Rewi Maniapoto

The unveiling of Rewi’s monument took place at Kihikihi in the presence of a nearly 1000 people.

Seymour George, as the representative of Sir George Grey, unveiled the monument, which was received with three rounds of blank cartridges fired by Māori. Three cheers for Rewi and Sir George Grey and the singing of the National Anthem closed the proceedings. The monument was an imposing work and bore an inscription on one side and on the other side inlaid photographic portraits of Sir George Grey and Rewi. The translation of the Māori inscription on the monument read - In memory of Rewi Maniapoto, the last great chief of Ngāti Maniapoto and Ngāti Raukawa, Waikato, in these parts an upholder of good between the European and Māori nations, and constant supporter of the seal of the Treaty of Waitangi.

At this time Rewi Maniapoto is still living, April I, 1894; born in the year 1807. Few realised how feeble Rewi had become until they saw him assisted on to the verandah of his house at the corner of Lyon and Whitmore Streets. He died two months later and was buried at the

monument’s base.

A grand ball given by the ladies of Ōhaupō flustered a reporter who was trying to describe the sartorial scene. He approvingly observed a number of young people, well dressed, enjoying themselves, with the ruddy bloom of youth and health on their faces, free of violet face powder. There was a marked absence of odiously low-necked dresses, those that were low, were moderately so, which showed the good sense of the wearers. The belle of the ball also eluded the correspondent before he finally decided they were all belles, for a betterlooking lot of young ladies had not been seen for many a Iong day.

The Designation of Districts Bill was considering the re-naming of Alexandra.

Wherever there were two places in the colony of the same name, the Governor could alter the name of either of them so as to avoid confusion. There was another Alexandra in Otago and now one or other of them would have to go, leaving ‘Simon’ of Alexandra, Waipā, aghast. Their town could be blotted out of official existence and the buildings and inhabitants re-christened as Blankville, he gasped. It was suggested that the town with the smaller population should be the one that was to lose its old name; but this idea did not go down well. If they had to give up the name, Simon said, why not provide some small amusement by offering a premium for the best name, when the poetical imagination of the residents could find scope for their airiest flights.

Despite Simon’s suggestion, Alexandra, which was named after the Princess of Wales, would be renamed Pirongia in 1896.

Meghan Hawkes looks back at what made headlines in Waipā in 1894.

The gold clams which are found in the Waikato River. Photo: Tracey Burton.

The unveiling of the monument to Rewi in Kihikihi viewed from the upstairs balcony of the Star Hotel.

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On this very special night we gather. Next Wednesday, Te Awamutu College will open the curtains on the school’s first production in five years, a “catchy, entertaining and crazy” musical - the tale of The Addams Family.

Drama teacher and director Morag Carter said the cast of 30 students is looking forward to sharing the “creepy, kooky” show with audiences, having been practising since February.

“Covid drowned our dreams of going under the sea with The Little Mermaid in 2020”, she said.

“So, that literally means for many of our cast this will be their first - and last - opportunity to be involved in a school production.

“Each and every one of them has been wonderful to work with as we’ve prepared, they’ve spent countless hours learning lines, music and dances.

“I have to say too, I’m so impressed by the level of talent the group has.”

Audiences will watch - and discover that - Wednesday Addams, a “little bundle of malice”, has grown up and fallen in love.

To see if the families can get along, she invites Lucas and his “normal” parents to dinner at the Addams’ Family home in Central Park.

As with any Addams Family story though, things do not go to plan, and the evening reveals a few family secrets,

serving up some surprises along the way.

The cast is supported by a live band made up of mostly students, and a few staff in supporting roles.

Music teacher, and musical director, Bob Hollinshead described the music as fantastic.

“It’s such a mix of styles and feels, including big Broadway, Latin, swing and funk. It’s challenging music to play and sing, but it’s so much fun.”

Meanwhile, cast member Denzel Stevens - who plays Uncle Festerdecided to ditch the bald cap and fully commit to his character by shaving his head.

When Denzel’s grandad needed support through a cancer diagnosis, Hospice provided it.

So, Denzel used his subsequent head shave to raise funds during Hospice Awareness Week a few weeks ago.

“I’d encourage as many people as possible to come along,” Morag said.

“I’d love to see full houses each night. The world of the arts is most certainly at its best when we’re collaborating.

“The students are delighted to show audiences what can be achieved when we all work together. An audience undoubtedly gives the cast a lift too. We’re all looking forward to sharing this creepy, kooky tale with Te Awamutu.”

The Addams Family opens at Te Awamutu College on June 7, and will run until June 10 with 7pm shows daily.

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Variety show for boxing academy

By Jeremy Smith

They say variety is the spice of life – and a community-minded charity event about to hit the stage in Te Awamutu looks set to prove it.

The Te Awamutu Variety Show, organised by the Rosetown Lions with support from Te Awamutu Light Operatic Society (Talos), will raise funds for Te Awamutu Boxing Academy - which opened its doors in 2019.

Rosetown Lions of Te Awamutu projects chair Glenice Troth told The News her long-standing Rosetown Lions colleague Raewyn Hoskin had also been a big help towards making the show a reality.

“We have items from a wide range of performers, aged from 11 through to 80,” Glenice said.

“Without giving too much away, we have a jazz singer, skits and much more throughout the twohour show. We’re really excited about putting on a fun night for Te Awamutu.”

Talos president Fiona Miller said the organisation will provide use of the 96-seat show venue – The Woolshed on Mahoe St – free of charge so that as much of a collective donation as possible will be given to the academy.

“We’re really happy to be involved,” Fiona said, adding that it will be “wonderful” to see people gathering in such a way

again.

Both Fiona and Glenice agreed it was also exciting reading stories like that of Te Awamutu-born boxer Floyd Masson in The News –saying they’re excited to see future academy boxing stars also make their way up the boxing ranks.

Glenice, who has lived in Te Awamutu for about six years, said the initial idea for the variety show came from a discussion nearly a year ago. Specific planning has been underway since January.

She said Rosetown Lions – which has about 35 members – counts it a pleasure to be involved in initiatives with an altruistic focus.

The Te Awamutu Variety Show will be held at 4pm on Saturday,

June 17 at The Woolshed. Tickets are available at First National Real Estate.

The emcee for the evening is boxing academy head coach Chris Graham.

Te Awamutu Light Operatic Society (Talos) president Fiona Miller (left), Rosetown Lions of Te Awamutu projects chair Glenice Troth and longstanding Rosetown Lion Raewyn Hoskin.

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If you are the right RN for us, we will work with you to create the job package you are looking for.

Call Andrew on 0275 532614 for an initial chat, or send your CV to manager@teataresthome.co.nz

2 POSITIONS - OTOROHANGA

Beattie Home is in need of the following to join our amazing team;

Full-time Receptionist

- Must be reliable with a can-do attitude.

- Excellent communication skills. Organised

- Knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word & Outlook

Part-time Caregiver

- 4 hours a day

- Can work from 5PM to 9PM

If this sounds like you, please email your CV to reception@beattiehome.co.nz

Join our foal watch team!

Pencarrow Stud has vacancies available for some limited foal watch shifts for the 2023 season, starting end of July to December.

Evening and night shifts available. Central location on the outskirts of Hamilton and excellent rates.

Come and be part of the team that are the first to welcome our foals to the ground.

To express your interest, email us at office@pencarrowstud.co.nz

Newspaper Deliverer Wanted

for delivery of the Te Awamutu News, your local weekly community newspaper.

Deliveries are to occur every Thursday.

Are you honest and reliable and would like to earn some money while keeping fit? Our runs are suitable for either youth (minimum age 11 years) or adults.

Delivery runs available in the following area:

• Pirongia

• Picquet Hill Road/Thorncombe/Cambridge Road

Please contact us on E: admin@goodlocal.nz

Provide your name, phone number, and the area you are located.

Te Awamutu Club AGM

To be held at the TA Club on the 1st July 2023 at 3pm

P!terangi SCHOOL Out of Zone Enrolments Term 3, 2023

P!terangi SCHOOL Out of Zone Enrolments Term 3, 2023

The P!terangi School Board of Trustees wishes to inform the local community that we now have the following out of zone places for Term 3, 2023.

The Pāterangi School Board of Trustees wishes to inform the local community that we now have the following out of zone places for Term 3, 2023.

The P!terangi School Board of Trustees wishes to inform the local community that we now have the following out of zone places for Term 3, 2023.

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LORIGAN, Kenneth Alfred, (Ken) Reg No.41956, Bombardier Battery 161 Vietnam – Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, 26th May 2023, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of Sheryl. Adored father of seven children. Loved Grandgrad, and great Grandgrad. Respected pillar in the Te Awamutu community. A celebration of Ken's life will be held at Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, 110 Chapel Drive, Te Awamutu on Thursday, the 1st of June 2023 at 11.00am followed by a private cremation. Donations to Veterans' Affairs New Zealand would be appreciated and may be left at the service. All communications to the Lorigan Family c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.

TE HAATE, Pauline Rihi

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The exact number of places will always depend on the number of in zone applications we receive so the these numbers may change.

The exact number of places will always depend on the number of in zone application we receive so these numbers may change

The exact number of places will always depend on the number of in zone applications we receive so the these

If the number of out-of-zone applications exceeds the places available, students will be selected by ballot (as per priority guidelines). The deadline for Term 3, 2023 Out-of-Zone applications is Friday 9th June 3pm and if a ballot is required, it will be held on Monday 12th June 2023. Term 3 starts on Mon 17th July.

If the number of out-of-zone applications exceeds the places available, students will be selected by ballot (as per priority guidelines). The deadline for Term 3, 2023 Out-of-Zone applications is Friday 9th June 3pm and if a ballot is required, it will be held on Monday 12th June 2023. Term 3 starts on Mon 17th July.

If the number of out-of-zone applications exceeds the places available, students will be selected by ballot (as per priority guidelines). The deadline for Term 3, 2023 Out-of-Zone applications in Friday 9th June 3pm and if a ballot is required, it will be held on Monday 12th June 2023. Term 3 starts on Mon 17th July.

Passed away suddenly at home after a long illness on Monday 29th May 2023, aged 64 years. Dearly loved mother of Khalem. Loved by all her whanau. A Tangi has been held. All communications to the Te Haate Family, c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.

To apply for an out of zone place, please complete the Out-of-Zone ‘Application’ online form on our website, or: www.tinyurl.com/Paterangioutofzone

To apply for an out of zone place, please complete the Out-of-Zone ‘Application’ online form on our website, or: www.tinyurl.com/Paterangioutofzone

To apply for an out of zone place, please complete the Out-of-Zone ‘Application’ online form on our website, or: www.tinyurl.com/Paterangioutofzone

For more info please contact Carol-Lynn Hill (Principal) on 027 6833017 or visit our website (zone info) or email principal@paterangi.school.nz

For more info please contact Carol-Lynn Hill (Principal) on 027 6833017 or visit our website (zone info) or email principal@paterangi.school.nz

For more info please contact Carol-Lynn Hill (principal) on 027 6833017 or visit our website (zone info) or email principal@paterangi.school.nz

EARLIER ADVERTISING DEADLINES for June 8 issues of Cambridge News and Te Awamutu News.

Due to the public holiday on Monday June 5, our deadlines will move forward 24 hours.

Booking and copy setting deadline is noon Friday June 2. Finished artwork supplied remains the same – noon Tuesday June 6.

Rate card: Rates are based over a 12-month period starting from the date the first ad publishes. Rate bracket e.g. 6 insertions, 12 insertions etc. chosen allows ad sizes to vary within the rate bracket. If the number of insertions chosen is not met then a bulk charge will be applied at the end/cancellation of your schedule based on correct rate reflective of the number

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