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Mills ‘could have been saved’
‘You can’t tell me that pricing of energy is not the primary cause of these mill closures,’ –Weston Kirton.
By Paul Charman
The Government could have used dividends from surging energy prices to save the two Ruapehu mills which closed this week, costing 230 jobs, the district mayor says.
Weston Kirton told the News $1 billion in additional profits were made from energy in the last 12 months and the Government had reaped the benefit.
“It would have been easy for them to put aside a fraction of that money and put it into the hands of Winstone Pulp, just to get them across the line.”
This week Social Development Minister Louise Upston blamed multiple factors for the closures of the mills at Tangiwai and Kariori.
She said a short-term bandaid approach such as subsidising Winstone Pulp would not have made a difference.
Kirton disagreed. He pointed to statements from Winstone Pulp’s chief Mike Ryan over several years, warning of the danger of surging energy prices.
“When Winstone Pulp takes its products overseas, when compared to their global competitors, they are paying six times more for energy per tonne. Their competitors are paying between $60 and $100 per kilowatt,
while Winstone is paying $700 per kilowatt,” Kirton said.
“You can’t tell me that pricing of energy is not the primary cause of these mill closures.”
His comments were backed by those of Regional Development and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones, who said this week that the power of profiteering energy companies, the so-called “gentailers”, needed to be broken to make energy prices more competitive.
“We are going to see this
continually unless we get our hands around the throat of the corporate leadership that is driving New Zealand into a place of gross insecurity because our power prices are not competitive,” Jones said.
Kirton predicted the problem would be underlined as other industries faced closures across the country in coming weeks.
“…our big challenge now is the welfare of the community and how we are going to join the dots with various agencies out to help families whose bread winner has lost their
job and needs to get their lives back into some sort of order,” Kirton said.
“They have a couple of months pay to tide them over. I understand a few have jobs at the King Country Pet Food New Zealand Limited, Taumarunui, but most will be moving on, many to Australia.”
Kirton warned without a job to go or contacts going to Australia would carry risks for some.
“Just wandering around looking for a mill job would be a fruitless exercise I think you’d have to know
what you are going to and whether you have connections over there to help.
“I am really gutted that this has happened on top of all the other things Ruapehu has been hit with, such as the ski fields have yet to be resolved, and the Chateau closed. To have 230 jobs go in our district is devastating. It’s only a small community there and losing so many jobs going just hollows it out.
“We struggle paying bills here as it is, and our council will notice the loss of so many ratepayers.”
The death knell sounded for the Winstone pulp mill this week
Naming a road with no name
By Andy Campbell
After seven years, a private Ōtorohanga right of way has finally been named after the father of the developer of the pastoral subdivision on the town’s northern boundary, Carl Prescott.
Access to 14 sections on the ridge of the Broadview Estate should be named Prescott Rise, the Ōtorohanga Community Board has recommended to council.
When the subdivision application was reviewed by in 2005, staff did not request that the private accessway be named and the developer and consultants did not take the opportunity to propose a road name, council policy advisor Andrew Loe reported.
The developer proposed the access be named after his father in 2017, two years before the council adopted a road naming policy in for private roads and unnamed roads - subject to consultation with affected residents and other provisions.
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Consultation with the 14 property owners in the subdivision resulted in 10 supporting the proposal, and one wanting no change.
The remaining owners did not reply to the consultation letter.
A last-ditch attempt by board chair Katrina Christison to name the access Pat Prescott Rise, failed.
“I was under the understanding the developer asked for it to be named Pat Prescott Rise, not Prescott Rise. Is there any reason that council changed that?” she said.
Loe said the question of using Pat Prescott’s full name came up when the original request was made.
He wasn’t aware of any streets in the district with Christian names.
“It’s totally a process, if you want to put the thing back out for another round of consultation.”
She said the family did not want a further round.
“This has been going for like ten years, so I think the family needs to take just what they can get at this stage. That’s sad.” Christison said.
Pat Prescott was a former Ōtorohanga Borough Councillor and Ōtorohanga County Councillor.
A former carrier, he established the Pat Prescott Grocery - the store opposite Bulk Lines Main North Road premises – in 1953.
His major business turned out to be the motor business Pat Prescott Ltd founded in 1958. The business is in operation today, run until recently by his son Paul and now by his grandson, Ryan.
Pat Prescott was a WWII Lancaster bomber pilot and received a Distinguished Flying Cross for nursing a shot up aircraft on three engines, from Germany back to base in England without injury or loss to his crew.
He was also a JP and a member of Ōtorohanga Primary School committee and chief fundraiser for their new library in the late 1960’s and was also active in the Ōtorohanga Rotary Club.
The signpost will cost the council about $400.
Health app-ortunity awaits
A mobile learning centre coming to Te Kūiti will help people get online access to their health records.
Staff from the Digital Inclusion Alliance Aotearoa, Waitomo District Library, Te Kūiti Community House Trust and Heartlands Te Kūiti will provide training on a drop-in basis which will be open to the public from 10am to noon and 1 to 3pm each day from September 23 to 27.
Dora (Digital On-Road Access) - a 39-yearold bus converted to a digital classroom and will be parked at the Te Kūiti library.
Pinnacle Midlands Health Network clinical director Dr Jo Scott-Jones said the surge of
online health information, including access to patients’ own medical records, highlights a critical need for digital health literacy.
Most medical practices throughout New Zealand offer an online health app to their patients, with many using the Manage My Health, myindici 2.0, Health365 or The Doctors platforms.
The apps give patients access to their health records such as blood test results and enable them to order repeat prescriptions as well as book appointments with their GPs.
Online health services are available to anyone with a smartphone, tablet or computer and internet connection.
Mozart and more for Martha
By Paul Charman
A capacity crowd attended the 80th birthday concert for Waitomo musical identity Martha Ash, at St Bride’s Anglican Church, Ōtorohanga on Sunday.
Friend and fellow music teacher Beatrice Hofer organised the concert to celebrate the contribution Ash has made to choral music in the region over more than 20 years.
Choirs and soloists performing included brackets from the Encore Singers Collective, the Silver Belles Choir and the Waitomo Caves Choir.
“Feedback was that singers and audience alike enjoyed it and said it was an uplifting afternoon; they enjoyed the mix of professional presentation of the songs and the informality in between,” Hofer said.
Varied material included works by Mozart through to the country and western dog song “Old Shep” and a specially written version of the Cole Porter classic Well did you Evah/Swell Party.
The Scottish/Irish folksong Wild Mountain Thyme had the large audience singing along with the chorus. The excellent standard of singing showed the calibre of both the artists performing and their mentors, Ash and Hofer.
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The success of the afternoon also owed much to accompanying pianists Anne Plowright, John Parker and Alison Sellars. Glenys George accompanied on piano, harp and flute.
Martha Ash performed a duet with Bryan Sherman.
The danger in the pines
By Paul Charman
A fire chief’s call to remove pines from a block bordering a rural road have so far gone ignored.
The News has followed up the issue and has established the trees are on the chopping board.
The trees overhang Waimiha Rd – which runs
from SH30 near ManiatiBenneydale to SH4. They are about 4km from the SH30 intersection, in a foreign-owned block maintained by NZ Forest
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Managers Ltd. Benneydale Volunteer Fire Brigade chief Murray Patterson say the trees lean towards Waimiha Rd and present a serious risk to passing motorists.
In the peak of the tourist season vans ferry cyclists along the road to and from the Timber Trail and logging trucks also use the route on a daily basis.
“I am amazed they have not fallen over already,” Patterson said. “If they do fall and eventually kill somebody I will have to put on my uniform, attend the coroner’s inquiry and tell the story of how I tried repeatedly to get them removed.”
He said he had been making approaches to NZ Forest Managers over a two-year-period and was disappointed that no action had been taken to remove the trees.
Matt Owen of NZ Forest Managers Ltd told The News removal of the trees was in this year’s harvest schedule and the company would deal with them as weather and ground conditions allowed.
Asked if removal of the trees should not be a higher priority due to the potential for them to fall onto a passing vehicle, Owen said the company had to balance its environmental considerations with the possible side-effects of winter logging on the slopes in
One hurt in Kāwhia row
An altercation between two groups resulted in one person being injured at Kāwhia last Sunday.
Ōtorohanga Sergeant Jimmie Walker said the incident was linked to an earlier one in which two youths were reportedly riding noisy dirt bikes up and down Davies Drive at about 4.30pm the previous Wednesday.
He said at that time a resident apparently became involved in an altercation with the youths after
challenging them. And while details of what then took place remain sketchy, this person may have been assaulted.
Then on Sunday at 5.40pm two groups involving “multiple individuals”, associated with either local residents or the dirt bike riders, were involved in another altercation on Hone St.
One of the people involved suffered minor injuries and was air-lifted to Waikato Hospital.
“As a matter of priority, we would urge anyone with information on what took place to contact us,” Walker said.
“We would also encourage people not to take matters into their own hands as this can potentially lead to assault, serious injury, and/or criminal prosecution.”
Walker said anyone with information could call Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111, or call 105, and quote 240908/8448.
question.
Patterson said the removal of the trees was one of many frustrations generated by pine plantations in the Benneydale district.
“I’ll talk about Waimiha Rd as that’s where my farm is and I have lived there for most of the last 50 years,” he said.
“In Waimiha Rd alone the brigade had been called out about 10 times in the last couple of years to remove fallen trees blocking the traffic lanes.
The road was also costing King Country residents when it came to electricity lines charges, Patterson said.
“The trees regularly fall down from either side of the road and pull the power wires down, but without blowing the circuit. This means the lines that fall across the road are live and so removing the fallen trees becomes a much more complex job. It will involve the brigade and Lines Company staff and possibly take four-to-five hours.”
Boost for college
Ōtorohanga College is set to benefit from a Waipā school’s announcement it will not take out-of-zone enrolments next year.
Te Awamutu College’s zone was introduced last year, and a small number of places were available this year by ballot.
But the school expects a roll of more than 1450 in 2025 –and it has no vacancies.
Ōtorohanga College board chair Duncan Coull said the situation had been anticipated for about 18 months and a lot of work had been put into the college’s facilities and curriculum.
He said it was positive news for the college. Its roll dropped from 367 in 2017 to 260 in 2023 but is on the rise at 340 this year.
RDA stables fire
Police say they are following “strong lines” of enquiry following a fire at the Ōtorohanga Riding for the Disabled stables last Saturday.
The brigade put out a fire seated in 10 large bales of shavings at the Island Reserve in Orahiri Terrace.
Police sergeant Jimmie Walker said the fire resulted in flame damage to the framing at the stables.
RDA posted on social media that no animals were harmed in the fire. The post said if it wasn’t for the brigade’s immediate response the whole facility could have been damaged.
Walker said it was likely the issue would be dealt with through the youth aid system “in due course”.
Five rob gas station
Te Awamutu CIB are investigating an armed robbery which at the Waitomo Petroleum Service Station on Te Kawa Rd at about 9.30am last Friday.
Police say five people with weapons entered the service station and stole goods and cash.
The offenders made off in a stolen car that was recovered later that day at Te Kūiti.
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Waimiha Road lean over the road and
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Getting the whakapapa right
Sigrid Christiansen
The good news is still sinking in for sparkling new Silver Fern wing attack Claire O’Brien, who will debut against England on September 29 in Auckland.
The former Magic and Mystics player will represent New Zealand after being chosen from among 28 talented players at the international squad try-outs in Wellington, in mid-August.
Magic Coach Mary-Jane Araroa has called Claire a
“true wing attack” with a well-developed repertoire which keeps defenders guessing; a skillset the club had been seeking for up to three seasons.
But something’s been left out in the media frenzy: her correct whakapapa, her tribal connections.
Media reports have assumed she is Tūhoe, but that’s not accurate.
Claire’s main whakapapa line is Maniapoto, although she connects to southern iwi Ngāti Toa (through
Celebrating our language
Māori language week will start on Saturday – the 52nd anniversary of the Māori Language Petition calling for the revitalisation of te reo.
Today, thousands of New Zealanders celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, at school, work in community groups and sports teams.
Watch for more coverage of Māori Langue Week in next week’s King Country News.
I te 14 o Hepetema 1972, i whakatakotoria e Ngā Tamatoa, Te Hōhaieti o Te Reo Maōri o Te Herenga Waka, rātou ko Te Mana Ākonga te petihana me ngā waitohutanga nui ake i 30,000 ki te Pāremata. Ka mutu, ka kīia taua rā anō ko Te Rā o te Reo Māori.
I ēnei wā, whakanuia ai Te Wiki o te Reo Māori e te tini me te mano puta noa i te motu. Mai i ngā kura, ngā pakihi, ngā rōpū hapori, te ao pāpāho tae atu ki ngā tīma hākinakina.
father John O’Brien) and grandmother Louia’s iwi Ngāti Rongomaiwahine on the east coast.
“She’s got the best of all of those tribes,” mum Liz O’Brien said.
Liz said the mix up occurred because the star’s nanny and granddad lived at Waimana, near Whakatāne.
There, Henare Tihema Baker and Louia May Baker made strong connections: “they became part of the Tūhoe iwi.”
“Tūhoe treated them like their own.”
Liz said Henare was “an old-fashioned man.”
“Whānau was everything to him. He was big on education, loved to kōrero, had a kind heart, and could be grumpy at times. Grandad always reminded us all that we must work when we go to the pā, whether it is washing or drying dishes, preparing of food, clearing tables, cleaning toilets or setting up mattresses in the wharenui.”
Rongomaiwahine, Claire’s great grandmother, and mother of Henare Baker, was a founding member of the Māori Women’s Welfare League. In the early 50s, members sought to preserve and revive traditional art forms such as raranga, or
Saturday, September 14
King Country Rams vs West Coast 2.30pm – OD Park Taupō
weaving. Rongomaiwahine attended a series of historic weaving hui Waipatoto Marae in 1953, taught by Rangimārie Hetet; she took part alongside others including Maringi Joseph, Queenie Atutahi, Hoki Barton and Te Aorangi Wetere.
Her father was Whare Hotu of Oparure, a prominent rangatira of Ngāti Maniapoto, who died in December 1955 at the age of 89 years. He was a significant authority on Māori genealogy who was awarded the OBE for this work; he descended from some of the chief figures in the early
Kīngitanga movement.
Meanwhile, netball has been a whirlwind for Claire.
During that busy camp in Wellington, when she was told of her selection, she only had a quick Facetime with her family to share the news, and she says she’s “still in shock… and still processing.”
“They know how much it means to me.”
Her family, all of whom live in Australia, include her parents, sisters Kelly and Nicole, and brother Rory, a former NRL prop with St George-Illawarra and Parramatta.
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Already, the Papamoa based Claire has won hearts with her history of overcoming injuries and setbacks to join the women in black.
After a 2021 Achilles tendon injury, she found it “hard to get into any of the Australian teams;” but she didn’t give up: coaches advised her to approach New Zealand teams instead.
And she did. After a few ups and downs, she’s still here, playing the sport she adores.
“I love sport, I love all sport, but netball is what stands out for me.
“It’s about the connections you have with teammates, especially if the odds are against you.”
Claire was born in Sydney and grew up in the southern suburbs of Bexley, Rockdale and Hurstville.
She progressed through New South Wales youth netball, playing with the St George junior reps. She played for Australia against New Zealand in the 2017 World Youth Cup.
As a youngster, Claire’s games were often played against adult women, and this honed her playing style.
“We had to focus on the job and be really committed,” she said.
The three O’Brien sisters with tupuna at Te Waipatoto, the meeting house at Oparure. Kelly is on the left, Claire centre, and Nicole far right.
Rangatira support Te Arikinui
Sigrid Christiansen
Three Maniapoto kaumātua welcomed the appointment of Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po.
“Kīngi Tuheitia brought together the various strands of kotahitanga, unity. And Nga wai hono i te po is the hono (the connection), who will weave those strands together to build the new horizon of unity,” Puku (Barney) Anderson said.
Dan Te Kanawa hoped she would continue to receive the support of all the people. He said in many ways her role was about empowering others.
“I’m not sure that it’s a matter of having to lead, as much as being an inspiration for people to lead themselves,” he said.
He remembered her grandmother, the late Te Atairangikaahu most for being ngāwari –gentle – as well as an inspiring leader.
“She was brilliant.”
Te Makau (Shane) Te Ruki felt support for the new queen was noticeable across the marae from the instant the news was announced.
“The moment the tekau mā rua and the whānau pani (the leadership council and the bereaved family) turned around the corner, and we saw the face of our new queen with them, the reaction was one of joy in the hearts of our people, although it was a very sad day. We could all see that.
“I think [the applause] says a lot about the support for her; that the choice was the right one for the people.
“Going forward, they will support the new queen.”
He said there was still much work to be done, but the Arikinui already had a strong base of support, especially among her own generation.
“She is already a leader in her own right. She has inherited the mana of the Kīngitanga: of her grandmother, and also her father.”
By Tom Roa, Tikanga Advisor, Waikato University
Te marama ahunuku; Te marama ahurangi; Te marama ka takoto i te hau o Tū – Te taueke; te marere kura; te marere pae. Tēnā te whaitua nui, Ka pū te taha wānanga, He āpiti nuku; he āpiti rangi. He whakaotinga aroha ki Te Kīngi Māori Tūheitia Potatau Te Wherowhero VII. Te tōtara haemata o te Wao-tapu-nui a Tāne. Me tana tira haere – A Mahoe, a Hinau, a Patatē. Haere koutou – haere mai Te Arikinui Kuīni Ngawai hono i te pō. Tātou te hunga ora ki a tātou.
Te Motu – the Māori nation – AotearoaNew Zealand, parts of the Pacific, and of the indigenous world were glued to their television sets and various devices watching the farewell of the Māori King Tūheitia Potatau VII, and the ascension of Te Arikinui Kuīni Ngawai hono i te pō to his throne.
Those of us who have lost a beloved parent will know of the pull at the heartstrings.
How much greater must be the emotion of losing one’s father, and then have to carry the weight of expectation not just in the Māori world, but I daresay, nationally, indeed internationally?
Kīngi Tūheitia Potatau Te Wherowhero VII has left a legacy of aspiring to ‘kotahitanga’ – unity – to which every spokesperson who attended the tangi - on their own behalf as well as their various groupings, many of whom also there in person, - expressed a wish to see the fulfilment of his inspirational aspiration for unity not just amongst Māoridom, but nationally and internationally.
Our Māori Queen will have seen the heavy burden her father bore. She will be aware of the burden and the legacy she now bears as Māori Queen, and the expectation on her to realise her father’s dream.
She will also be aware of her mother’s grief, her brothers’ sadness, the Royal Family
mourning the loss of their cousin, brother, uncle, grandfather – this and everything else on her very young shoulders – or should I say on her head with the placing of the Holy Bible there?
My hope is that she might be given time to heal from that grief. And that the support systems around her will see that through, and then allow her to grow into her job.
The Rangatira o Te Motu, the chiefs of the land have deemed her worthy of this position. They will have committed themselves and their iwi to supporting her in this huge responsibility.
The tangi for her father was a splendid example of kotahitanga, with everyone working in concert at so many different levels. There we saw the model of best business practice, of agile teams, of a working in concert, each playing their part, knowing their role, and how they should fulfil their responsibilities in contributing to the success of the event.
Kei taku Arikinui Kuīni Ngawai hono i te po, kua riro i a koe te torōna o tō matua, o ngō tūpuna e moe mai nā ki tua o te ārai. Kia tuia, kia honohia te ao ki te kotahitanga ki te Kuīni Māori.
Whiti ki te tika! Whiti ki te ora! Whiti ki te whai-ao, ki te ao-mārama. Paimārire.
Puku (Barney) Anderson Dan Te Kanawa and Te Makau (Shane) Te Ruki shared their support for Nga wai hono i te po, the new leader of the Kīngitanga.
Photo: Sigrid Christiansen
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Kāwhia band cuts some tracks
I was a bit dubious about it till I found out that 75 per cent of the people in America that buy vinyl don’t have a turntable – John Thompson.
By Andy Campbell
Former Kāwhia museum director
John Thomson has quit his day job - at 76 - to focus on his passion for music and his band’s first album is about to be released.
Playing for some years as JT and the Agnostics, bass player John and fellow Gold Card holder guitarist Maciek Hrybowicz are about to release a 12-inch vinyl record with a collection of musicians he feels “lucky and privileged to play with”.
They include Bill Forest on saxophone, drummer Mickey Ututaonga, and 2022 musician of the year Ben Gilgen on keyboards. Neil Reynolds plays drums on one track, Grant Mason plays trumpet, Massey Ormsby, Jimmy Merch and Katt Bayne feature on various tracks.
The album emerged from the first lockdown in 2022. Hrybowicz and Thomson met some years earlier through some Hamilton musicians and they just clicked, Thomson said.
Thomson was sitting in the garden, phone in hand, knowing Hrybowicz had a home studio.
“Maybe we could do something while we are locked down. That’s kind of how it started really,” Thomson said.
“So we started writing together over the internet. We did a few tunes, and then we decided to do a full album – and we just started again.”
The other players arrived serendipitously through word of mouth after Hrybowicz was seen playing at a gig and talked about what he was up to with other musos.
Why vinyl?
“A, the pallet, and what happens
is if you buy the vinyl there will be a sticker on the outside of it which will take you to bandcamp.com, which will allow you to download it. Not stream it, download it - if you haven’t got a turntable or even if you do have a turntable.
“I was a bit dubious about it till I found out that 75 per cent of the people in America that buy vinyl don’t have a turntable.”
“Titled ‘Yes, more blues’ Thomson calls the music jazzy blues with a kiwi touch.
“Part of it is there’s always been quite a strong jazz tradition in New Zealand. That’s part of it. We don’t always stay to a 12-bar format, I think there’s about one 12 bar blues on the album. Blues and jazz mixed up together, really.”
It will get their feet tapping and he hopes to “engage their brains a bit”.
“The songs are quite wordy too. I don’t just write ‘got out of bed this morning darling, feeling so blue...’ or anything like that. I’m trying to extend the format a bit.”
They use diminished chords, he said, and people get to solo on the album.
“We are able to reproduce what we play on the record, - live because it’s all actual humans playing. We produced it ourselves, paid for it ourselves.
“The vinyl is mastered differently from the digital copy that you can download. And there’s only four tracks on either side so the grooves are quite deep, which means you get a better dynamic range. That’s only going to appeal to the audiophiles market, but it is in there.”
The release gig will be at Hamilton’s Nivara Lounge on October 5.
JT and the Agnostics band members Maciek Hrybowicz and John Thompson.
By Paul Charman
a counter to boredom
Making a bespoke outdoor counter for a Taupō deer farm and tourist operation is just the latest in a varied line of unique timberwork and mechanical projects at the MenzShed in Ōtorohanga.
The counter, comprising slabs of macrocarpa, has been a challenge for MenzShed president Darcy Lupton, who made tools and adapted planing machines to cope with the scale of the material being used.
The MenzShed, in Merrin Ave, has about 18 members but it could do with a few more, Lupton said.
“Comradeship is the main advantage of joining us, we attract many retired men who are sick of sitting home and doing nothing. Not only do they make new friends and participate in positive projects, such as making or repairing furniture for charities, they also learn a range of skills they did not have previously.”
For example, Lupton, who is a qualified joiner and also ran an engineering business in town for many years, said he had been able to introduce many a retired farmer to operating various wood-working machines.
“Some never had the opportunity to learn
these kinds of skills, and they really enjoy picking them up.”
The MenzShed had assisted many charities and good causes over the last 10 years, charging only for the cost of materials used in a project. However, it also did paid jobs
HOME MAINTENANCE
– such as the outdoor counter – with the proceeds going toward offsetting the cost of maintaining the organisation’s running costs.
“Our output is incredibly varied. At present jobs include refurbishing a giant board game for Ōtorohanga Primary School; restoring a model of the Ōtorohanga Fire Station which will be displayed at its Centenary Celebrations in March; making deckchairs for sale to the public and a one-off replica of a medieval shave horse. The group recently completed six honours boards to help the local netball club mark its centennial celebrations.
“The vibe is a lot like what you see in that popular TV show, The Repair Shop. As on that show, people are incredibly grateful for the help they receive from us. But the benefit isn’t just items restored or created; it’s in the fellowship generated among the men here. I know a doctor who has prescribed joining the MenzShed as one of the ways to improve the health of some of his patients.”
Half a century in revitalising te reo
Taking care of our elders
Kia ora! Māori Language Week, or “Te Wiki o te Reo Māori,” is a key initiative dedicated to promoting and revitalising the Māori language, a cornerstone of Māori culture and of New Zealand’s identity. This year, it’s being held between September 14 to September 21.
The origins of Māori Language Week reflect the broader story of Māori language advocacy and the quest for cultural preservation.
The Māori language, or te reo Māori, is one of New Zealand’s two official languages and holds a deep cultural significance for Māori people, and these days, for many pakeha too.
The concerted drive to re-establish the language came into being by the mid-20th Century, as it faced severe decline due to a range of factors.
The widespread use of English in education and media led to a decrease in the number of fluent Māori speakers, especially among younger generations.
In response to this decline, Māori language advocates and cultural leaders began to push for language revitalisation efforts.
In 1972, Auckland-based Ngā Tamatoa (The Young Warriors), Victoria University’s Te Reo Māori Society, and Te Huinga Rangatahi (the New Zealand Māori Students’ Association) along with others, spearheaded the move to push back the decline and petitioned Parliament to promote the language. It called for the Government to recognise and support the Māori language as a
crucial aspect of New Zealand’s cultural heritage.
The first official Māori Language Week took place in 1975, with the aim of raising awareness and encouraging the use of the language across communities and institutions.
The initiative sought to make te reo Māori visible and accessible in everyday life, fostering an environment where its use was normal and celebrated.
On July 1 of that year, marking the anniversary of the signing of the Māori Language petition, the subsequent Māori language day introduced in 1972, became Māori language week in 1975.
To solidify the hard-won movement, the Māori Language Act that finally came into being in 1987 was a significant milestone, officially recognising te reo Māori as a taonga (treasure) and establishing the Māori Language Commission to oversee its promotion and preservation.
In the years since, Māori Language Week has evolved to include a wide range of activities and events. Schools, workplaces, media outlets, and community groups participate in various ways, from language classes and cultural workshops to public performances and broadcasts in te reo Māori. The week has become a vibrant celebration of Māori culture and identity, highlighting the language’s relevance and its role in shaping New Zealand’s national identity. The theme of Māori Language Week changes
annually, focusing on different aspects of the language and culture each year. Themes have ranged from the promotion of specific language skills to highlighting significant cultural events or figures. This approach helps keep the week relevant and engaging, addressing both contemporary issues and celebrating traditional knowledge.
This year, the theme is “sustainability.” The impact of Māori Language Week extends beyond the specific events of the week itself. It has contributed to a broader cultural shift, increasing the visibility and prestige of te reo Māori in our society. The week has also played a role in generating ongoing discussions about the importance of language preservation and the need for continued support for Māori language initiatives.
In recent years, the evolution of Māori Language Week has also been influenced by technological advancements and social media. Digital platforms have provided new opportunities for engaging with te reo Māori and have expanded the reach of Māori Language Week to a global audience.
Fifty two years on, Māori Language Week stands as a testament to the resilience and revitalisation of te reo. It embodies the ongoing commitment to preserving the language and ensuring its place as a living, thriving and sustainable part of our heritage and our future.
Schools play a vital role in te reo learning
Schools celebrate Māori Language Week, or “Te Wiki o te Reo Māori,” in a variety of vibrant and engaging ways. This annual event, which aims to promote and encourage the use of te reo Māori, is embraced enthusiastically by educational institutions across the country. Some of these include:
• Themed activities and lessons: Schools often integrate Māori language and cultural themes into their curriculum during the week. This might include lessons focused on Māori language, history, and traditions, as well as special projects or activities that highlight the significance of te reo Māori. Teachers might incorporate Māori phrases, songs, and stories into their daily lessons.
• Cultural performances and events: Many schools throughout the Waikato and King Country host performances and events that showcase Māori culture. Events like kapa haka (traditional Māori performing arts) groups performing waiata (songs) and haka (war dances), as well as storytelling sessions featuring Māori myths and legends. These events offer students a hands-on experience with Māori cultural practices.
• Language immersion activities: Some schools offer immersion activities where the entire school or specific classes operate in te reo Māori for part of the day. This
approach helps students practice and enhance their language skills in a practical and immersive environment. Language games, quizzes, and interactive activities in te reo Māori are also commonly used.
• Community and whānau involvement: Schools often involve Māori whānau (families) and local iwi (tribes) in the celebrations. Whānau members may be invited to share their knowledge and experiences, participate in cultural demonstrations, or lead language workshops. This helps create a strong connection between the school and the broader Māori community.
• Decorations and signage: Schools frequently adorn their campuses with Māori language signage and decorations during the week. This might include posters with Māori phrases, bilingual signs, and artwork that celebrates Māori culture. Such visual elements help reinforce the use of te reo Māori in a daily context.
• Language Competitions and Challenges: Some schools organise competitions or challenges to motivate students to use and practice te reo Māori. These can include spelling bees, creative writing contests, or language use challenges, often with rewards and recognition for participation and achievement.
• Professional development for staff: Māori Language Week also serves as an opportunity for teachers and school staff to engage in professional development. Workshops and training sessions focused on improving their proficiency in te reo Māori and understanding Māori cultural practices help educators better support their students in language learning.
• Partnerships with Māori organisations: Schools often collaborate with Māori organisations and experts to enrich their celebrations. These partnerships might
involve guest speakers, cultural workshops, or resource sharing, right through to marae visits that provide valuable insights and learning opportunities for students and staff.
Through these diverse and inclusive activities, schools contribute to the broader effort of revitalising and sustaining te reo Māori. By making Māori Language Week a vibrant and engaging experience, schools help foster a greater appreciation and use of the language, ensuring its continued presence in the lives of New Zealanders.
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Rugby News with Norris Woodbine
By Norris Woodbine
There were some mixed results for King Country Rugby Teams over the weekend with the brightest spot being reserved for the Women’s Trailblazers team who travelled all the way to Masterton and defeated Wairarapa Bush 36–21.
After missing a place in the Heartland championship final by just one point this match was effectively the playoff for third, so represents a great result for the women as they continue to grow the game in the region.
back of a powerful forward drive.
Out the back fullback Phayzen Marshall had an impressive outing and is going from strength to strength while Isaac Wana, in a King Country debut, added impact off the bench as did Athol Snedden at half back.
Down in the South Island the King Country Rams were in Geraldine where they played the powerful South Canterbury side who are leading the competition and although details are sketchy must have put up a solid performance.
Clune, Takerei Bidois, Jack HiraHill, Santana Howell, Mitchell Hedley and Wiremu Harris.
Te Kuiti High School Principal Gareth Williams passes on his extensive rugby knowledge as part of the coaching team.
The King Country Under 16 boys played over the weekend in a tournament in Turangi and enjoyed an early victory over Eastern Bay of Plenty before narrow losses to Whanganui and eventual tournament winners Thames Valley.
Trailblazers enjoy fine finish
For the record the Heartland final was taken out by Whanganui who defeated Thames Valley by 32–27 in an 11-try thriller providing a fitting climax to a hard-fought competition.
Closer to home The King Country Bighorns popped across to Putaruru to play the Waikato Divisional 15 seeking to notch up their first victory of the season and although suffering a narrow loss would have been happy with an improved performance.
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At 33–19 the scoreline suggests the game was more of a contest than many expected and although dropping to eighth on the competition ladder, the Rams can still lock in a Lochore Cup semifinal.
And finally, The King Country Secondary School Girls continued their development losing to a very slick Bay of Plenty Under 16 girls team 49-19.
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Powerful number 8 Dion Peterson franked a fine game scoring the sides only try which came on the
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The King Country Under 18 boys enjoyed an epic trip away to Cape Kidnappers to play Ngati Porou East Coast and although beaten on the field gained a lot of admirers in a 22-10 scoreline.
Hamilton Rugby Union continued their recent dominance of The Peace Cup competition but were made to work hard for a 23–10 victory.
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The side featured a heap of local talent including Brooky Pye, Nikora Mathieson, Ivan Reid, Riddick Rangitonga, Webcke Koroheke-
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We are excited to announce it’s coming up to our 10-year anniversary! Over the last 10 years+ we have provided services to the King Country; greater King Country & Waikato areas and we would like to thank everyone who has supported us and continues to support us.
Our opening hours are 8am – 4.30 Monday to Friday.
YOUR REAL ESTATE GUIDE TO THE KING COUNTRY
A PLACE TO CALL HOME
Lovely family home on an elevated section with town and rural views.
This home has fantastic heating options with a gas fire in the living room and a heat pump in the open plan dining/kitchen area.
There are three good sized double bedrooms. The bathroom with shower and vanity is additional to the separate toilet.
The laundry is conveniently located near the back door. The flooring in this property is modern and in very good condition.
The deck overlooks an easy-care back yard. For your convenience there is a single carport.
Situated on the edge of town very close to the hospital and High School and in a very tidy condition this property may well suit your needs.
As the property is currently tenanted let me know if you would like an appointment to view.
LOCATION |52 Hospital Road, (Extension) Te Kūiti
LAND I 672m²
HOUSE | 100m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1 carport
PRICE | $419,000
LICENSED AGENT | Property Brokers Te Kūiti
LICENSED SALESPERSON | Lynne Aldridge 021 0224 4700
WEBSITE | propertybrokers.co.nz
WEB ID | TEU171433
Auction
Discover the potential of this three-bedroom villa Nestled behind another property, and ready for your personal touch! With a little TLC, this diamond in the rough will shine brightly, offering a comfortable and spacious haven.
Features:3 generous bedrooms, perfect for a growing family or individual seeking a project, 1 bathroom. Native flooring internally awaiting your creative flair and personal style. Situated behind another property, offering a unique and private setting 3 1
Auction 12.00am, Wed 23rd Oct, 2024, (unless sold prior) View Sun 15 Sep 11.00 - 11.30am Web pb.co.nz/TEU190460
Mary Tapu M 027 474 9869 E mary.tapu@pb.co.nz
Te Kuiti 16A Seddon Street
Kuiti
Te Kuiti 16A Manawaiti Street
Te Kuiti
Kuiti 1 South Street
Piopio 1 Huia Street
Otorohanga, 1459sqm, no covenants on section. Phone Lorraine
163 Old Te Kuiti Road, Lots 1, 3, 4 & 7, 5517-8932sqm, easy covenants. Phone Lorraine
Lot 1, 627 Waitomo Valley Road, Otorohanga, 8105sqm rural lifestyle section. Phone Julie $370,000 Lots 90-108 Harpers Avenue, 486sqm to 962sqm, Westridge II subdivision. Phone John From $220,000ea 576C Mangawhero Road, Otorohanga, 1ha, fenced, sensible covenants. Ph Noldy Offers over $385,000
Te Kūiti sections (sizes are approximate)
54A Ailsa Street (Lot 1), Te Kuiti, 2159sqm, end of a cul de sac, STT. Phone Buzz By
54A Ailsa Street (Lot 2), Te Kuiti, 1707sqm, end of a cul de sac, STT. Phone Buzz By
10 Robin Azariah Place, Te Kuiti, 600sqm level section.
Team Kerry & Karen
Space To Grow
We have just listed this 3 bedroom brick home in excellent condition on an elevated 1148sqm section that attracts all day sun and has excellent rural views to the north and east.
Situated in Piopio (a lovely village community just 15 minutes drive south west of Te Kuiti) this home has been owned by our vendors for the last 30 years (approx.)
The property boasts three double-sized bedrooms filled with natural light. The modern bathroom adds a touch of luxury, complementing the neutral tones used throughout.
A great location offering space and easy maintenance on a flat section, handy to town.
Drive on to the property to the front entrance and enter the hallway, lounge, dining and kitchen areas or relax in the conservatory overlooking the pool (as is condition) set in an expansive decking and enjoy the views over the rural landscape.
Alternatively drive past the entrance to the basement garage, with an adjacent rumpus room second toilet and shower and internal assess to the upper living. Very well maintained throughout, this is a MUST VIEW property!
Contact Sue or Bruce today!
Sue Spurdle M 027 476 8445
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Bruce Spurdle M 027 474 4430
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Piopio 26 Kea Street
GARDENING
FOR BLOOMING BEAUTIES AND PLANTS THAT THRIVE
Awanui is a large growing cherry growing to 5m in height and has a spread of 8m so if you are going to plant one make sure you have the space to let it grow to its full potential.
It thrives in well-drained soil and prefers a sunny position. It is relatively low maintenance as it can benefit from occasional pruning to maintain its shape & encourage healthy growth.
Additionally, to its beauty it supports ecosystems by providing a happy place for bees during its flowering season, where it comes alive with their buzzing.
Michelia yunnanensis (pictured right) – is a stunning smaller growing tree that is often grown as a beautiful hedge.
Let to grow in its true form without being trimmed it will grow to 3m in height and 2m wide making it perfect for a smaller garden.
It has glossy green leathery foliage, with velvety brown buds that open to
beautiful scented little cream flowers in early spring although mine have been flowering a couple of times a year lately.
A few cut stems look great in a vase and bring that lovely scent inside. They grow happily in full sun or partial shade with moist but free draining soil and are evergreen.
Spotlight on trees
With blossoms and spring flowers bursting all around us it brings hope of things ahead, new growth, new life and
new hope. A couple of the trees that are taking center stage at the moment are: Prunus ‘Awanui’ (above) - This beautiful tree reminds me of candy floss as it is covered in the prettiest pink blossoms.
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Tidy Gardens
For Sale
Sick of having things stolen? Need somewhere secure to store chemicals?
Purchase a 10, 20 or 40 foot container. Contact PGF Transport for details. Phone 07 878 3622 or 027 223 9246 or email o ice@pgftransport.co.nz
Work Wanted
SCRAP GOLD
WANTED
We buy your old worn out or broken gold jewellery. Bring in any earrings, chains, bangles, rings, watches or coins Turn it into $$ CASH
FIREWOOD - Ph Sonny 021 617 349 or 07 873 9190.
WORK WANTED, part-time, mechanically minded, mechanical automotive, farm work, lawnmowing, section clearance. Anything considered. Ph/Txt 027 324 1179.
Vehicles For Sale
HOLDEN COMMODORE. 2005, 255 K’s. Rego and WOF. Excellent condition. $4000 ono. Ph 027 4061 681.
SPLIT FIREWOOD new season’s, shed stored, 3 cubic metres, $350 delivered Tkt/Oto area. Fresh sawdust $5 bag. P 027 584 4505 or 07 894 5872.
Situations Vacant
SITE MANAGER BIOGIENE LTD. BENNEYDALE, WAIKATO MANAGEMENT (CLEANING IN A MANUFACTURING SITE) FULLTIME
About the Company
BioGiene provides a specialized Food Processing facility cleaning and sanitation service, delivering our partners improved value, and brand security throughout New Zealand and Australia.
About the Role
As a Site Hygiene Manager for an industrial/food processing clean-up crew, you will be responsible for ensuring the operational hygiene of the largest Food Processing facilities in the country. You will be working in a multi-skilled role and be exposed to specialty cleaning equipment and processes. The role is a night shift position located in Bennydale, Te Kūiti.
Main Responsibilities include:
• You will be managing the site by providing contingency; mentoring and coaching the supervisors; providing supervision and direction to employees.
• Effectively manage key stakeholder relationships, service delivery, staff development, financial performance, contract performance, and organizational procedures.
• Ensure compliance and quality assurance for daily operating protocol and quality control procedures.
• Following site safety, and H&S requirements and reporting any hazards.
• You will also participate in daily cleaning verification checks to ensure the quality outcomes are achieved.
Skills and Experience Required:
• Experience managing teams of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Sound knowledge of managing and coordinating staff in Abattoirs, Food Manufacturing, or Industrial Cleaning will be highly regarded.
• A ‘can do’ attitude and be physically fit to partake in the variety of tasks within this role.
• Well-presented and able to communicate in both verbal and written formats.
• Maintain documentation, including rosters, timesheets, training records, employment verifications, and traceability reporting (both internally and for clients)
• Having sound knowledge about Health and Safety and First-Aid would be highly regarded, but not essential.
What you need to do now
If you’re interested in a role within this high-growth business, and an opportunity to embark on a journey of progression and development, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to HRNZ@biogiene.co.nz
TIROA E TRUST – Tiroa Station
Tiroa Station is a 3200-ha effective property situated near Benneydale, 35 minutes from Te Kūiti and part of the Tiroa Te Hape group of farms covering 7500ha effective. The station winters 32,000 stock units made up of a high-performing breeding ewe flock and breeding cow herd.
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The successful applicant would require 4-5 good working dogs, have a broad skill base and have had experience with finishing both lambs and cattle. You will need to have excellent stockmanship, an eye for detail, clear written and oral communication, be able to take responsibility, have a ‘can do’ attitude, be able to adhere to farm Health & Safety policies, and be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
This position comes with competitive remuneration, a great work environment and good housing. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to have a clear pre-employment drug test.
For further information please contact Wayne Fraser 07 8784815, or email your CV to sharon@tiroatehape.maori.nz
Applications close Friday, September 20, 2024
ACCOUNTANCY ROLE
We are looking for a person to join our team either fulltime or part time, who has a people first attitude and understands the importance of delivering in a positive, timely manner.
You will be joining an accountancy firm with a large farming client base along with many progressive businesses. Flexibility to work from either our Hamilton and/or Ōtorohanga office as well as from home, as our offices are cloud based.
About us
We are more than just about numbers. Our mission statement is ‘Making a positive difference in your life’ which relates to both staff and clients. We are a small growing innovative accounting firm of 12 providing a fun, friendly, flexible working environment. Check out our awesome website for the history of the firm and testimonials.
Qualifications & experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a New Zealand Chartered Accountant’s office
Benefits
• Flexible working environment
• Offices in Hamilton and Ōtorohanga
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Staff savings scheme and paid day off for birthday
• Fun progressive team environment
• Being totally cloud based the team are all able to work remotely from home
Need a Decorator - Call Now
Dave Rowe Painter & Decorator 027 290 8776 - 07 873 9104 decorator@daverowe.co.nz
Servicing the Waipa and Waitomo districts for over 20 years
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Property maintenance and construction
Lawns, trees, stump grinding, sections, moss & mould treatments, Chemwash, waterblasting, gutter vac, water tank and trough cleaning fences, retaining, odd jobs and more. References available GST registered.
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PIOPIO RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB INC, PO Box 100, Piopio has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Te Kūiti for the renewal of a club licence in respect of premises situated at 31 Aria Road, Piopio and known as Piopio Rugby Football Club Inc. The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licences is that of a sports club. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the off-licence are Tuesday and Thursday 8pm to 10pm, Friday 8pm to 12 midnight, Saturday 4pm to 12 midnight. The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at Waitomo District Council, Queen Street, Te Kūiti. Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licences may, not later than 25 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 Waitomo District Council, P. O. Box 404, Te Kūiti 3941. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specitied in Section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 This is the first publication of this notice.
Protecting taonga species from introduced predators in the Hauhungaroa Ranges
To protect kōkako and other taonga species from local extinction in the Hauhungaroa Ranges, the Department of Conservation’s (DOC) Maniapoto District Office and the Waikato Regional Council (WRC) intend to carry out predator control over 64,687 hectares of public conservation land and 18,688 hectares of private land (see map below).
Native wildlife and forests need protection
Pureora Forest Park is home to ancient native podocarp forests and remnant populations of native species that once flourished throughout New Zealand.
Ancient totara – some of them thousands of years old - stand alongside rimu, kahikatea, matai and highly threatened plants. There are short-tailed bats (pekapeka) that pollinate dactylanthus plants, a unique occurrence not measured anywhere else. Kōkako and kākā were disappearing from Pureora a few decades ago, now it hosts some of the largest mainland populations in New Zealand. North Island robins, kakariki, kererū, pōpokotea/whitehead and ruru/ morepork also have healthy numbers here.
Why we are controlling introduced predators
Native species are fighting for survival due to predation from rats, stoats and possums. Without protection, we risk losing the unique natural heritage and biodiversity within the Hauhungaroa Range.
Through sustained predator control using 1080, there is a significant increase in breeding success for native birds, their food source is more abundant, and the forest canopy is healthier.
Our plan to protect native species
The safest and most effective method we have to control possums, rats and stoats over large, rugged areas – like the Hauhungaroa Range - is to use biodegradable cereal bait pellets containing 1080. This bait targets rodents and possums. Stoats are also controlled through secondary poisoning as they feed on the carcasses of the dead rodents.
Helicopters distribute bait pellets across the forest area along pre-determined and monitored flight paths using technology that enables accurate placement. This operation begins with the distribution of non-toxic pre-feed bait pellets (sandy coloured). This prepares possums and rodents to eat the toxic bait (dyed green) applied afterwards. Both baits are about 16 mm in diameter and cylindrical shaped.
Consultation and permissions
DOC has consulted with hapū, iwi and key stakeholders including landowners adjacent to the treatment area.
DOC is delegated authority by the Environmental Protection Agency to decide on applications for permission to use 1080 on land administered or managed by DOC. Permission has been granted for this operation. DOC has also received the required permission from the Ministry of Health. DOC ensures all legal and policy requirements are met, and any potential risks in the operation are managed.
Managing risk
1080 is poisonous to humans, domestic and game animals. In areas where the toxin has been applied, dogs are highly at risk until poisoned carcasses have disintegrated. This can take up to eight months, and potentially longer.
There will be warning signs placed at entrances to the treatment area immediately prior to the operation.
Risks can be eliminated by following these rules:
DO NOT touch bait
WATCH children at all times
DO NOT EAT animals from this area or within the buffer zone outside the treatment boundary. The buffer zone is 2 km for deer and pigs, 200 m for rabbits, and 1 km for hares, tahr, wallabies and possums.
• Poison baits or carcasses are DEADLY to DOGS
Observe these rules whenever you see warning signs about pesticides. These signs indicate pesticide residues may be still present in baits and poisoned carcasses. When signs are removed, normal activities can resume. If in doubt, check with your local DOC office. Please report suspected vandalism or unauthorised removal of signs.
If you suspect poisoning, please contact:
Your local doctor or hospital OR The National Poisons Centre: 0800 764 766 (urgent calls) or 03 479 7248 OR dial 111
• Seek veterinary advice for suspected poisoning of domestic animals.
For more information
Please contact:
Visit the DOC website: More information about DOC’s National Predator
predator-control-programme
Map of predator control area within
This
Friday, 20th September 2024
Te Kūiti Highschool, Hospital Road, Te Kūiti
9:00am - Pōwhiri
FAT KIWI CAFE LTD, 10 Te Kanawa St, Ōtorohanga has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Ōtorohanga for the renewal of an on licence in respect of premises situated at 10 Te Kanawa St, Ōtorohanga and known as Fat Kiwi Cafe. The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is that of a cafe and caterer. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday from 9am to midnight.The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at Ōtorohanga District Council, 17 Maniapoto Street, Ōtorohanga. Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licences may, not later than 25 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 Ōtorohanga District Council, 17 Maniapoto Street, PO Box 11, Ōtorohanga 3940. No objection to the renewal of a 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.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS NEEDED
WAITOMO ENERGY SERVICES CUSTOMER TRUST PUBLIC NOTICE OF
Pākōwhai speech contest is a celebration of Maniapoto oratory traditions and mātauranga. If you are a Kaikōrero or Kaikaranga and whakapapa to Maniapoto, or if you live in the Maniapoto rohe, Pākōwhai is an opportunity for you to showcase your oratory skills. Pākōwhai is open to all ages, come along, compete and celebrate the oratory traditions and mātauranga of Maniapoto. For more information, scan the QR code
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WAITETE RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB INC, 55 Waitete Road, Te Kūiti has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Te Kūiti for the renewal of a club licence in respect of premises situated at 55 Waitete road, Te Kūiti and known as Waitete Rugby Football Club. The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licences is that of a club. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the off-licence are Monday to Sunday noon to 1am the following day. The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at Waitomo District Council, Queen Street, Te Kūiti. Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licences may, not later than 25 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 Waitomo District Council, P. O. Box 404, Te Kūiti 3941. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specitied in Section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 This is the first publication of this notice.
Schools Cultural Festival 2024
Hosted by Piopio College
Friday, September 13, 2024
@ Piopio College Gymnasium
Pōwhiri 9am, Performances start at 10am Parking on the front field
Pōwhiri/Karakia
KAPA TUATAHI
Te Kūititanga o Ngā Rangatahi
Te Kāwei Tūroa
Te Kura o Ngāpuke
Ngā Purapura o Te Aroha
Te Wharekura o Maniapoto
Piopio Primary & Āria Primary
Kai Rā Nui
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO TRUST DEEED
The trustees of the Waitomo Energy Services Customer Trust (“WESCT”) give notice that they propose, in accordance with clause 15 of the trust deed in respect of WESCT dated 25 March 1993 (as amended) (the “Trust Deed”) to amend the Trust Deed.
Ōtorohanga Polynesian Cultural Group
Ōtorohanga College
Te Kāreti o Piopio
Tuku Mauri & Karakia Whakamutunga 9
Kai Available
eftpos available PTA
A document showing the proposed amendments, the reasons for them, and their likely effect can be inspected: (a) at the following places during normal business hours; Waitomo District Library, 28 Taupiri Street, Te Kūiti Ōtorohanga District Library, 27 Turongo Street, Ōtorohanga Te Awamutu Library, Selwyn Lane, Te Awamutu Mangakino Library, 71 Rangatira Drive, Mangakino Mōkau Museum, 22 North Street, Mōkau (b) on the website of WESCT, wesct.org.nz, under the tab “2024 Trust Deed Amendments”.
Customers of The Lines Company Limited in the WESCT district (see below) are invited to comment on the proposed amendments. Comments should be made in writing and addressed to PO Box 209, Te Kῡiti 3941 or info@wesct.org. nz and should be made not later than 24 October 2024. Comments must be accompanied by the name and address of the customer and the customer’s ICP number, which can be found on the customer’s electricity bill.
The WESCT district is shown on the boundary map of the district which can be found on the website of WESCT, wesct.org.nz
DATED 12 September 2024
William Oliver On behalf of the Trustees
King St East, Te Kūiti
Sunday, September 15
3pm - 6pm
Blues & Jazz Afternoon
Guest band - Shotgun Free entry.
Orahiri N3 & P Ahu Whenua Trust Owners meetings 10.30am
Saturday, October 5, 2024
51 Taupiri Street (PACT Trust) Te Kūiti AGENDA
Update on properties Process for the election of trustees
Enquires to Dawn Magner 027 449 4145 or Desarae Green 021 179 3938
Bring along a plate for a share kai after the hui
5th October 5, 2024 10.30am - 1pm Venue: Was Indoor Bowling Hall now Hillview Hall 12 Queen Street, Te Kūiti
Hapimana Trust (Kahuwera B2B1C block) AGM
Saturday, September 21 10am, Napinapi Marae
Agenda:
• Confirm minutes of 21/8/2022
• Chairman’s report
• Correspondence report
• Financial report
• General business
• Election of trustees
Contact Mary at bevanproffit@gmail.com for: a PDF copy of our AGM pack (Chair report | Minutes 21/8/22 | 2 year financial summary and agenda) or a Trustee nomination form.
Wiari Green Ahu Whenua Trust AGM
Date: September 29, 2024 Time: 11am
Venue: Te Kūiti Bowling Club, Tammadge Street, Te Kūiti
AGENDA: Opening karakia
Meetings
COAST SPORTS & ATHLETICS CLUB AGM
Wednesday, September 18 @ 7pm at Marokopa Recreation Hall All enquiries phone Mary 07 876 7543 or Marcus 07 876 7447 ALL WELCOME
ŌTOROHANGA BAPTIST CHURCH
Ranfurly St, Ōtorohanga Service times Sunday 10.30am Everyone welcome Contact 07 873 8685
Morning service 10am Ph 07 873 7006
YOUNGMAN, Sheila
Monica (Frederick):
Peacefully at Ultimate Care Oakdale, Cambridge, on Saturday, September 7 with her loving family by her side. Aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill Frederick and the late Maurice Youngman. Cherished and much loved mother and mother-in-law of Les (dec); Mary (dec) and Malcolm Ridling; Pauline and David Wilkinson, Dennis (dec); Gillian and Graeme Cox; Liam and Joanne. Special Nana to her 17 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. The Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Georges Catholic Church on Thursday, September 12 at 1pm followed by interment at the Te Kūiti Old Cemetery. All communication to the Frederick family, P O Box 241, Te Kuiti. VJ Williams & Sons, Funeral Directors Association of NZ
fully on September 6, 2024, aged 90 years, surrounded by family. Loved father, grandfather, great grandfather and partner of: Tony (dec) Bob (dec), Missy, Sarah, Matt, Holly, Stacey, Micheal, Jane, Maz, Millie, Lincoln, Ryan, Aaron, Dougie, Brodie, Olivia, Julie. Thanks to the kindness of the staff at Atawhai Assisi. A celebration of Doug’s long, busy, interesting life to be held at the Waitomo Club, Te Kuiti on Saturday, September 14 at 2pm. ‘ Home is the hunter, home from the hills’. All communications to Cornelius Family C/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941. VJ Williams & Sons, Funeral Directors Association of NZ
GREEN, Farrell James: At his home in Ōtorohanga on September 5, 2024. Wonderful husband of Anne, father and father
law of Carly and Sean; Bobby and Andy; Jasmine and Dominic; and Cameron. Loving Grandpa to his eight grandchildren. He loved us all so much. A celebration of Farrell’s life has been held followed by a private cremation. All communication to Green family C/- PO BOX 241 Te Kuiti 3941. VJ Williams & Sons, Funeral Directors Association of NZ
Resignation & election of new trustees Review of trust
karakia
Afternoon lunch
Enquiries Maude Green 021 0889 1300
1st and 3rd Sunday 2pm Service
Piopio contact: 07 877 8097 Mōkau contact: Mrs Dorothy Lowry 06 752 9123
Annual General Meeting Te Tokanganui a noho Māori Womens Welfare League
Monday, September 30 @ 6pm Te Kuiti Community House All interested welcome Enquiries – 021 256 5636
HOLBROOK, Diane: Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 in her 85th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter for 37 years (late of Piopio). A caring and loved friend to many. A celebration of Diane’s life will be held at V J Williams and Sons Chapel on Thursday,September 12 at 11am followed by a private cremation. All communications to Holbrook Family C/- PO Box 241, Te Kūiti 3941. VJ Williams & Sons, Funeral Directors Association of NZ
Nau mai haere mai
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HITA Vivienne Te Aute: Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Monday September 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Loved wife of Terrence. Adored mother of Tori, Rachael, Raewyn, Norman and Edward. Cherished Nan to all her Mokos. A celebration of Vivienne’s life to be held at the Te Ahoroa Marae on Friday, September 13 at 11am
Williams & Sons, Funeral Directors Association
