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Christmas fire hits Matakana again

The fireground on Matakana Island at 6am on Christmas Day, where fire crews, helicopters and heavy machinery worked all day.

By Matthew Farrell eams of firefighters spent Christmas Day battling a vegetation fire on Matakana Island, in a repeat of scenes from December 2020. The blaze in scrub and forestry slash broke out on the evening of Saturday 23rd December. Fire and Emergency New Zealand says the fire was contained within 24 hours as firefighters worked through the night, supported by heavy machinery, to consolidate firebreaks. Incident Controller Jeff Maunder says work continued on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to reinforce the containment lines, with three helicopters equipped with monsoon buckets supporting over 30 firefighters and an excavator. “The fire was 100 per cent contained, but there were some weak points we were working on. We were also identifying dangerous trees and making them safe, and continuing to push the fire away from the containment lines. It was a reasonably long and arduous task,

Night work on the island. PHOTO: David Brown.

Rural Firefighters Ryan Pryde and Juliska Coetzee from the Eastern Bay Volunteer Fire Brigade at work on Matakana Island.

The view from Ōmokoroa. PHOTO: Chris Dever.

dealing with deep-seated fires in heavy fuels.” Fire and Emergency’s specialist drone crew used infrared thermal imaging equipment to identify about 200 hotspots around the perimeter of the fireground to be targeted with firefighting on Boxing Day. Jeff Maunder describes the fire as “complex”, with areas where the fire was burning underground - for example, in the root systems of large trees - as well as in the “duff layer” of partly decayed organic material on the ground and in living vegetation. There were pockets of vegetation and tree stumps that were still smouldering and could have reignited if not fully extinguished. Firefighters continued working until dark on Christmas Day, when two crews took over monitoring the fireground overnight, and the drone team began their operations. Active firefighting resumed in the morning with crews on the ground and two helicopters waterbombing. Firefighters used hand tools to dig out hotspots and expose any fire burning underground, then soaked the

area with water to ensure it was completely cool. The work was complicated by the large number of dangerous trees damaged or weakened by the fire. People in Tauranga and along the coast reported seeing and smelling smoke from the fire over the next few days as operations continued. Jeff Maunder thanked Matakana locals who had dropped off baking and other supplies for the firefighters and also the local ferry operator who had made extra trips to make sure that crews, vehicles and equipment could cross to and from the island. “We really appreciate the support from the community. Everyone working on this fire gave up Christmas Day with their families. We made sure they had some Christmas treats - they worked hard - and it’s also good to know that the locals are right behind us.” Fire and Emergency arranged additional crews and equipment to continue the operation for the next several days to ensure that the fire wouldn’t reignite before the fireground was handed back to the landowner.

Drone operators working at night on Christmas Day.

The drone footage being analysed. PHOTOS: Supplied

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essary for prams and electric buggies and a very clear view of any traffic that may want to turn in. Health and Safety does not appear to have been considered here at all. In view of these issues which confront non-car users entering Fresh Choice from the SH2 direction, attention should be drawn to these hazards and publication in your excellent paper will certainly help to get some remedial action. Harry and Val Prangnell, Ōmokoroa.

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By Ian Blunt Chief Fire Officer efore we begin with the statistics report, I ask you all to read and take note of what the Ōmokoroa Volunteer Fire Brigade situated at 335 Ōmokoroa Road does in order to protect you and your community. We have 22 operational firefighters who are active on the firefighting side of the brigade, and 12 operational medical first responders who actively respond to medical emergencies. These fully trained personnel are all volunteers and give a huge amount of time to keep themselves fully trained and respond when needed. I ask that you respect these Brigade members and be courteous and considerate to them, especially when emergency vehicles are exiting the fire station forecourt. Please give way to these vehicles heading to an emergency. Thank you. Firefighters responded 99 times in 2023 and First Responders 241 times, giving a total of 350 calls from the Ōmokoroa Station in 365 days; almost one per day. Firefighters have responded

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and disabled people with their electric buggies, approaching Fresh Choice along Ōmokoroa Road from the SH2 direction. The pavement terminates at the junction with the Fresh Choice entry road, and users are forced to use the road to the shop, which is an accident waiting to happen. It is even worse on the way out. There is no footpath, and to watch for traffic is impossible because of all the tall greenery on the corner. Cars coming from the road into the car park also cannot see people coming out - the tall greenery, again. To understand better, look at how good the turning into the Pharmacy Shops is, and you will see the difference made there. Two slopes to the road, nec-

olitics took a bit of a breather over the holiday season, and it’s been great to spend some extended time around the Western Bay of Plenty and the wider Coromandel electorate. I’ve noticed a lot of visitors are making their way around our region, which is always a welcome sight for our local businesses. Overall, the warmer weather seems to have rekindled people’s optimism about the future. No doubt there are challenges

seven times to date in 2024 - to a motor vehicle crash, alarms sounding at Pahoia School, Apata Coolstores and smokey rubbish fires. First Responders have responded 16 times to date. Footnote: at around 1.30pm, Sunday

21st January a driver parked this vehicle in the middle of the forecourt in front of the exit doors of the Ōmokoroa Fire Station, while the female passenger crossed the road to buy produce from a stall on Council property.

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Scott says ahead, but we live in a beautiful part of the world and have much to be proud of. When Parliament resumes at the end of January, I’m looking forward to being a part of a government that is focused on implementing practical policies and reducing the regulations imposed on everyday New Zealanders. There’s a lot of work to do, but we’ve already repealed the Ute Tax, reverted back to the RMA, adjusted the Brightline Test to two years, and agreed to axe Three Waters. These were all policies brought in by the last government which did little besides

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Dog attack leaves border collie with ‘horrific’ injuries By Alisha Evans Local Democracy Reporter alisha@thesun.co.nz Western Bay of Plenty man wants the dogs who attacked his border collie Molly, leaving “horrifying” gaping wounds, locked up so they can’t hurt anyone else. Paul Gibbs thought someone had put a red collar on his dog when she arrived on the deck of their Whakamārama home around 9am on 4th December. After a closer look, he said he realised his 13-year-old dog was bleeding from gaping wounds and her neck had been “ripped open”. Gibbs said he believed she was attacked by two German shepherds that came from a ute filling up at a nearby petrol station. “I thought she’d been hit by a car, but she never leaves our property,” he said. “She’s literally got stitches from the top of her neck, right around to the bottom.” Gibbs said he saw a ute pull into their property, and a man put two dogs in the vehicle. He said he tried to stop him from leaving, but the man bit him on the hand, drawing blood. “It was quite painful. I had to go to the doctor to get a tetanus shot and get it treated.” A police officer, who he flagged down as he drove past, attempted to stop the

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Focus on Katikati By Fiona Powell Katch Katikati ow that the holiday season is behind us, all our usual events are back in full swing from February onwards. To keep up to date with all the happenings in Katikati, email us on info@katchkatikati.org.nz and we’ll send you a weekly email with upcoming events and notices.

Abbeyfield Garden Party To be held at a picturesque rural garden on Hot Springs Road in Katikati on Saturday 17th February, from 2-5pm, the Abbeyfield Garden Party promises to be a standout event for the month. Your ticket grants you access to a delightful array of cocktails, mocktails, tea, coffee, and mouthwatering cakes and canapes.

Entertainment is guaranteed with live musical performances, a lively auction, enticing market stalls, and exciting raffles. Limited tickets are available from The Arts Junction, with proceeds going to build an Abbeyfield House in Katikati.

Frocks on Bikes Grab your bike, family and friends and frock up for the inaugural event in Katikati as part of Bike Month on Saturday 24th February. Leaving the Talisman Hotel at 10am, enjoy a fun ride around the scenic cycleways of Katikati on this free, familyfriendly event and you can be in to win spot prizes.

Commemorating Waitangi Day The Western Bay of Museum invites the community to a Flag Ceremony at

Voyagers of the Pacific Andrew Crowe is the speaker at the first Café Scientifique event in Katikati for the year on Thursday February 15th February, 7pm at The Arts Junction. He is the author of ‘Those Magnificent Voyagers of the Pacific’ and will share insights and stories into when the ancestors of Polynesians discovered ways to ‘see’ over the horizon to find and settle new islands.

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row On Katikati’s Edible Backyard Safari event on Sunday 25th February, will take you on a journey to ignite interest and empower you on your own journey. With five destinations and mini-workshops included, this is your opportunity to be inspired about community food resilience - fresh food from seed to table. Gather hints, tips, and ideas for your

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Bird Hide project begins Settlers’ Hall renovations at Cooney Reserve By Ellen Haynes e are pleased to report that Moon Construction has made great progress with the renovations of Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. The footings were filled in with concrete, and now the small hall has its new floor. There are also two shells of rooms, which used to be the small hall toilets. We have had a number of deviations to our plans as a result of rotten timbers under an existing wall, as well as Council instructions on the depth of concrete poured around piles, extra walls needed as the existing walls are not remotely square, a new roof on the ramp to the lobby and new sewer pipes. We were only able to salvage a few wooden floorboards and a solid wood door due to borer. Any unique ideas you

By Peter Smith he bird hide project at Cooney Reserve has taken a big step forward. The project, which is run by the Ōmokoroa Environmental Managers Inc with volunteer groups such as the MenzShed, is sited at the Cooney Reserve lagoon and will include a 20-metre boardwalk and a major hide structure. The foundations for the boardwalk and the hide were put in place using a system of screwing 51 ground screws, each 3.5 metres long, into the earth. Peter Ehrlich, who is supervising the project for the Shed, says, “The screws were installed in two days, so there were huge time savings, no need for holes,

Ground screws are delivered to the MenzShed, where the tops that are to be above ground were painted

On-site at Cooney Reserve, the ground screws were driven into the ground with an augur, leaving about 200mm above ground to which the bearers for the floor will be fixed.

heavy equipment or concrete. This avoided digging holes and mixing concrete, and provided an environmentally friendly solution.” Initially, the ground screws were delivered to the MenzShed where the top of the screws, which will be above ground level, were painted. Then they were installed by local supplier ‘Stop Digging’, under the supervision of Peter and other members. Whether the ground is soft or hard, the screws are fully functional from the moment they are installed, and there is no need to waste time waiting for wet concrete to set. Peter says that planning of the hide structure will now go ahead. It is proposed that it will be constructed at the MenzShed, and then dismantled before it is reassembled on site, again minimising the effect on the environment.

may have for what we could do with these boards and door would be most appreciated. The vinyl flooring and wall panelling for the halls’ new toilets have been chosen and ordered. Demolition will shortly proceed on our lobby toilets. A Porta-Loo has been installed outside by the large hall kitchen door. This utility will be checked weekly by Aim Hire Tauranga. Ample hand sanitiser is also available. The large hall and its kitchen will remain fully operational for the duration of the renovation project. Don’t forget to check out our OSH website (www.settlershall.co.nz) to make sure you keep abreast of all the activities we have happening over the coming months. We also have our own Facebook page – please take a look to see our latest updates.

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New natural disaster guide for Ōmokoroa f there was a natural disaster tomorrow, would you and your loved ones know what to do and where to find help? A new ‘Community guide to emergencies’ has been developed by the Ōmokoroa Community Response Team, with support from the Western Bay of Plenty District Council, to help people be better prepared. The handy blue leaflet includes a template for making a household emergency plan, different ways to stay informed, what supplies you will need if you are stuck at home, what to put in a grab bag, where the evacuation centres are and the latest Tsunami Evacuation Zone map. “When a natural disaster strikes, you may need to look after yourself and those around you for up to three days before help can arrive,” says Western Bay Community Resilience Advisor Kurt Waugh.

“Having emergency supplies on hand and knowing how to access the latest information are really important in ensuring your safety and wellbeing.” Ōmokoroa Community Response Team Leader Allan Hughes says in a natural disaster, neighbours and community groups are often the first responders, and it is important they work together to provide a coordinated response. “No one knows Ōmokoroa better than the people who live and work here. The role of the Community Response Team is to tap into local knowledge and resources to provide support in a coordinated way,” says Allan, who is also an Ōmokoroa Community Board member. “The team is made up of a group of committed people who all have significant connections in the community, from Community Policing and Neighbourhood Support to various volunteer groups. In

L-R: Ōmokoroa Community Response Team members Peter Goad, Liz Farrell, Allan Hughes, Jim Boyes and Rachel Millard. Julia Wharton (absent). PHOTO: Matthew Farrell.

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the event of an emergency, our goal is to make sure people are supported as quickly as possible.” The ‘Community guide to emergencies’ leaflet is available at the Ōmokoroa Library and will also be distributed by the Community Response Team at various locations and events. Keep an eye out for the team at the Ōmokoroa Market on Saturday 24th February.

There are multiple teams throughout the Western Bay of Plenty District, who are responsible for developing Community Response Plans unique to their communities. The Ōmokoroa Community Response Team is comprised of Allan Hughes, Rachel Millard, Jim Boyes, Peter Goad, Liz Farrell and Julia Wharton. Article supplied.

Wayne Stevenson joins Waihī Beach Community Board s a former police officer, Wayne Stevenson is looking forward to working with the community

again. Accompanied by his wife, Cecilia Burgess, Wayne was formally sworn in as Waihī Beach’s newest Community Board member at Council chambers. He fills the vacant seat after the resignation of Alan Kurtovich in August. Nominations for the position closed in November, with Wayne receiving 831 votes, ahead of Don Ryan. Wayne moved to Waihī Beach with Cecilia three years ago, following a 27-year career with the New Zealand Police. “It’s exciting to be able to serve the community again. I will be working closely with the people of Waihī Beach while also looking at things strategically and acknowledging the bigger picture,” says Wayne. Mayor James Denyer welcomed Wayne to the Council whānau. “It’s a pleasure to welcome Wayne as

the official Waihī Beach Community Board member, and we look forward to working with him as he represents and advocates for his community.” Wayne joins current Community Board members Dani Simpson, Heather Marie Guptill and Ross Goudie. Article supplied.

Mayor James Denyer welcomes new Waihī Beach Community Board member Wayne Stevenson. PHOTO: Supplied.

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Murder charge in homicide investigation Detective Inspector Lindsay Pilbrow Bay of Plenty Field Crime Manager estern Bay of Plenty Police have arrested and charged a 22year-old man with the murder of Harley Shrimpton. A further charge of aggravated robbery has also been laid against this man, and he is currently facing charges of kidnapping in relation to Shrimpton. He is remanded in custody and due to appear in Tauranga High Court on 7th February. While the murder charge won’t bring Harley back, it has come as a huge relief for the Shrimpton family, who have spent their first Christmas without him. They’ve continued to receive support from Police during this time. Police and Harley’s family wish to acknowledge the significant public support shown following Harley‘s disappearance, to thank everyone who has come forward with information during the course of the investigation, and to urge anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact Police. Harley’s family has asked for privacy at this time. This charge signals a key development in the investigation, but Police are not ruling out laying further charges against people who assisted the murder accused during and after the incident. We remain committed to holding to account all those who played a part in the death of Harley Shrimpton, and we are confident that the investigation is now beginning to hone in on the

Harley Shrimpton was found near Poripori Road. PHOTO: Supplied.

others involved. The investigation continues to focus on Harley’s movements after he was taken from a motor vehicle in Mount Maunganui on the afternoon of 3rd November 2023 and subsequently into the Poripori Road area, where his body was later found. Our investigation team continue to follow strong lines of enquiry, and it’s important that anyone with information comes forward to Police. Information can be passed to Police via our 105 phone service or by going online to https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105 and using ‘Update Report’, referencing file number 231117/9085. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crime stoppers-nz.org Article supplied.

The Old Library Ōmokoroa (TOLO) Gallery and Craft Collective By Alison Badger e thought that the January exhibition by the Tauranga Woodcraft Guild would be a hard act to follow, but we think we’ve done it. Stella Clark and Jackie Knotts were invited to create an Imprint Gallery ‘Pop Up’ exhibition at TOLO in February to exhibit a wide variety of work by local and New Zealand artists. Stella and Jackie set up Imprint Gallery several years ago at The Historic Village on 17th Avenue to sell mostly limited edition original prints and some paintings. Stella was able to paint her large canvases and screen print in the back room of the gallery space, and Jackie moved her printing press to the gallery to print her linocuts. There are very few galleries that specialise in selling original prints done by hand, so this gives Ōmokoroa residents and visitors the opportunity to get up close and personal with this genre. The number of prints of a single image is known as an edition and is written in the left-hand corner of a print. Although more expensive than a reproduction printed by a copier, limited edition prints are less expensive than a painting and makes buying original artwork more affordable. Also on display during February are the concept drawings of the latest mural proposed by Public Art Ōmokoroa, des-

At the TOLO volunteers’ Christmas function, cofounder Heather Reynolds was presented with a sculpture as she steps down from the organising committee after four years. PHOTO: Liz Farrell

tined to adorn the Western Avenue toilet block. In addition to the mural, there is information and photographs of the wood carving of the Three Kete of Knowledge destined for the Ōmokoroa library. We are now blessed with a new aircon system, thanks to a generous grant from Powerco and the support of Western Bay of Plenty Council. In anticipation of the forecasted long and hot summer, our volunteers and visitors alike will find a cool oasis within our walls.

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By Josh Mcginty ack in December, we announced that myself and three mates were planning an epic challenge to support the Cancer Society (Lizard News December 2023, p32). 72 holes in one day really was the longest day. But what a day! It was quite a challenge, to say the least. We took around 1590 shots (although that count might be a bit off), lost 98 balls, and sadly said goodbye to two golf clubs—one lost and the other broken. But despite all that, we managed to finish our challenge in 12 hours and 10 minutes, starting at 5.43am and ending at 5.53pm. We raised a total of $3,320, and a fantastic $975 came from our car wash. A huge thanks to everyone who supported us,

L-R: Flynn Warren, Theo Turnwald, Josh Mcginty and Lauchlan Deane-Freeman. PHOTO: Supplied.

Doggy dress-up is a favourite part of the day. PHOTO Guy Rencher.

rom young pups to teaching old dogs new tricks, if you want some expert advice on helping your four-legged friend to put their best paw forward, come along to the Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s Doggy Day Out. The much-loved free event will be held at Ōmokoroa Sports Ground, Western Avenue, on Saturday 16th March, 10am1pm, with this year’s theme being ‘Beach Day’. For the second year in a row, worldrenowned animal behaviourist and trainer Mark Vette will be sharing his knowledge at the event, together with training tips from some of Council’s animal services officers. There will also be agility demonstrations, food and doggy stalls, pony rides, face painting, a photo booth and the hotly contested ‘best dressed’ competition.

The popular canine costume party has been growing year on year, attracting more than 1500 people and their pooches last year. “It’s a great community event, which just keeps getting bigger and bigger. Mark Vette was a real crowd-puller last year, and it’s awesome to have him join us again,” says Event Support Coordinator Vicki Lambert. “While the emphasis is on fun, the Doggy Day Out is also an opportunity to give back to our dog owners in the District by providing free education so they can understand their furry friends better and form an even stronger bond with them. “We look forward to seeing an array of dogs — big and small — making a splash in their beachwear best!” For all the details, head to westernbay.govt.nz/doggydayout Article supplied.

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whether by donating or sharing our challenge online. Special thanks to Golf Warehouse Tauranga for sponsoring us with some balls and to Leilani Rooks, our local Cookie Time seller, for the bucket of cookies that kept us going. But the biggest thanks go to the amazing team at Fairview and their members and residents. We couldn’t have done it without them. The coffee, sandwiches, beers, extra balls and, most importantly, the smiles and cheering kept us going through our challenge. And to everyone who was there supporting us on the day, your presence meant a lot. This accomplishment is all thanks to the incredible support from our community. Maybe next year, we will have to step up the challenge to 100 holes.

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Crime and incident report By Senior Sergeant Steve Hindmarsh and Senior Constable James Muir

Burglaries Between 2nd December and 8th January, commercial premises and a shipping container on Ōmokoroa Road were broken into, and a number of tools and office equipment were taken. 14th January Katikati College administration block was broken into and windows broken. 10th January in the early hours of the morning a male smashed his way into an I’anson Road, Minden address and was confronted by the homeowners before leaving with nothing. Investigations are continuing.

Theft 4th January fishing rod and tackle box, which were left outside a campervan at Tuapiro Point, were stolen. 9th January fishing rods, jacket, back pack and wallet stolen were from a vehicle parked at Kauri Point wharf area. A PayWave card was subsequently used. Enquiries continuing.

Unlawful taking of motor vehicles 8th January green 2004 Toyota Hilux was stolen from the side of Wainui South Road. Between 9th and 11th January a Komatsu 1.8 tonne digger coloured yellow and a karaka green tandem trailer were

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Arrests and apprehensions 9th January a 24-year-old Minden man was arrested for stealing a quantity of cash from a reception area in Minden. Held in custody to appear in court 10th January. A 37-year-old Katikati man has been charged with burglary and being unlawfully in an enclosed yard which relates to the same property in Rea Road in December. A vehicle stolen from the property has been recovered. The Katikati man was remanded in custody to appear in the Tauranga District Court on 16th January. A 30-year-old Katikati man of no fixed abode has been charged with two counts of burglary in relation to break-ins to the office area of the Dave Hume pools on the 21st and 31st of December. He was in custody to next appear in the Tauranga District Court on 19th January. 10th January a 38-year-old Te Puna man was charged with cultivating

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cannabis after a number of plants were located at his address. 11th January a 36-year-old Ōmokoroa man was arrested for wilful damage and breaching his bail conditions after an incident in Ōmokoroa. 16th January a 38-year-old woman of no fixed abode was arrested at Ōmokoroa waterfront in the early hours of the morning and charged with burglary of a boat. She was subsequently also charged with theft of fishing gear from a vehicle parked in Kauri Point last week and for using a stolen PayWave card. She was remanded in custody until 25th January. A 39-year-old man of no fixed abode who was with her has been charged with unlawfully interfering with a vehicle at Ōmokoroa. General Facebook Marketplace fraud complaints continue to come in. We have limited capacity to investigate all of these offences and recommend that people do not use the platform unless they are paying for the goods on receipt of them. Do not trust anybody that you do not know. If you see something, say something. Call 111 if it’s happening now. Call 105 if it is after the event.

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By Gary Meynell ast year ended with a hiss and a roar for the club. Two major trips were arranged for club members to participate in. Our South Island trip was in late October and consisted of several of our members travelling to Queenstown, Lake Tekapo and Wānaka to participate in a fantastic photography and social experience for the club. This trip focused on achieving good landscape images by travelling to idyllic spots in each area, and where required, each participant received help along the way to achieve the shots they wanted. Our next trip was on a slightly larger scale, where a few of our club members travelled to Thailand in late November and returned in mid-December. On this trip, our members were based in Pattaya, which is located on Thailand’s eastern Gulf coast. It is known for its beaches, resort hotels, high-rise condos, shopping malls, cabaret bars and 24-hour clubs. Our photographic experience this time focused on these attractions as well as portrait shoots, street photography, visiting temples and other sights like local gardens and the coastal areas surrounding this beautiful city. We are very keen to expand our club. We would love for you to come along and visit us for a couple of sessions free of charge to not only see what we do but also to participate in our friendly monthly activities and become part of our photography family. We organise a lot of local activities throughout the year as well, so whether you are a complete beginner or someone with a bit of experience, come along and join us on the second Tuesday of the month at the Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion in Western Avenue at 7pm.

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Waitangi Day sailing unday 4th February, Ōmokoroa Boat Club again hosts the Waitangi Day sailing competition. Adults in sailing dinghies race for trophies - the Golden Centreboard and the Waitangi Day Shield. The briefing starts at 12.30pm followed by rigging at the main beach. The

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Here are some of the groups and activities which happen regularly in the area. If you have a regular group you’d like to add to the list, please email liz@lizardnews.net or call 548 1200. This is presented as a guide. We recommend you check with organisers beforehand. The Old Library Ōmokoroa (TOLO), McDonnell Street 10am-4pm Tuesday-Sunday. Local history, community information and art for sale. Contact Alison on 021 294 9294. Ōmokoroa Cafe Cruisers cycle group meet every Monday, Friday and Sunday 9am at Ōmokoroa Library for local and away rides. Manual and ebikes welcome. FB: Ōmokoroa Cafe Cruisers for details.

MONDAYS

Ladies’ Fitness Classes at 8am on Pahoia Road at the Cow Shed Gym - Anneli 021 077 5416. Homewood Park Tennis Club 9am start. 30A Park Road, Katikati. New members welcome. Email katikati.tennis@outlook.com. Ōmokoroa Playcentre Behind Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9am-12.30pm. omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz Pilates Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion. 9.15-10.15am. Contact Claudia 021 192 7706. Katikati Bowling Club Combined Roll Up 9.30am. Names in before 9.15am. 2x4x2 format. Coaching available. 8 Park Road, Katikati. 07 549 0103. Scrabble at both Ōmokoroa Library and Pātuki Manawa. 10am. Refreshments provided. Free. Postnatal Support Group 10am-12pm. Bethlehem Birthing Centre. All parents and caregivers of children under two are welcome. Starts back Feb. Phone 549 4522. Keep On Your Feet Strength and balance classes for older adults. 11am-noon Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Sharnie 021 1118617. Western Bay Museum Guided Tour 11am. WBOP residents and ratepayers FREE. 32 Main Rd, Katikati. Ph 07 549 0651 Justice of the Peace clinic 11am-1pm at Waihī Library, 40 Rosemont Street. Ōmokoroa Indoor Bowls 1pm for 1.30pm play Ōmokoroa Settler’s Hall. Contact Ruth Hamilton 571 1564. Scottish Country Dancing 1-3 pm. St Peter’s Anglican Church, Beach Road. $4. All ages, no partner required. Call Douglas 021 0244 6099. Ōmokoroa Sewing Group Boomerang Bags or bring your own project. Ōmokoroa Library, Whakamārama Room (downstairs) 1-3pm. Bring your own machine/extension cable if you have one. Bolivia Katikati Christian Centre, Henry Road. 1-4pm. Some knowledge of canasta useful but not essential. Contact Christine Sherriff 549 5601 or 027 434 9842. Movie Matinee 1.30pm at the Arts Junction,

Katikati. Tickets $10. Limited seats. 549 5250. Bridge Club Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion afternoons. Call Lyn Chaston 022 165 0820 omokoroabridgeinvs@gmail.com Yoga for Men 5.15-6.30 pm Katikati Community Centre. Call Gerry 021 050 8419 IGIRLZ Fun adventure and learning for girls 8 11. 6-7.30pm Ōmokoroa Community Church Hall. Call 548 2515. Yoga Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 6-8pm. Contact Mollie 021 177 8018. Table Tennis Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Seniors (18+) 7-9pm. $5 per person. Inc supper. Whitesole shoes preferred. Call Bruce Lauchlan on 548 1741. Social indoor netball term time at 6pm. Apata Community Hall - Pahoia School. Ages 11+. $5 per night. Beginners welcome. Contact Kirsten 022 535 1530. ITF Taekwon-do at Te Puna School Hall. 6-7.30pm. Self defence, self confidence, fitness. First 2 weeks free. George 022 437 4403. Hatha Yoga at Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion 7pm with Stefan Ph 022 477 3809, email stefan@mlyoga.co.nz or visit www.mlyoga.co.nz Cards 500 7pm at Ōmokoroa Bowling Club. $3 incl tea and biscuits. Prizes/raffles monthly. Carpooling from Katikati available. Call Lorraine Taylor on 548 1404. Indoor Bowls 7pm at Waihī Beach RSA. Contact Grant on 027 475 0556.

TUESDAYS

Social Tennis Waihī Beach Tennis Club 8.30/9am start. All year. Casual & new players welcome. Call Kevin 027 273 5655. Te Puna Quarry Park clearing, planting and weed control from 8am and from 1.30pm. Contact Shirley on 552 2707. Hatha Yoga at Te Puna Hall 9am with Stefan Ph 022 477 3809, email stefan@mlyoga.co.nz or visit www.mlyoga.co.nz Ōmokoroa Playcentre Behind Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9am-noon. omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz Te Puna Playcentre 9am-1pm term times only. 225 Te Puna Road. te.puna@playcentre.org.nz MenzShed Ōmokoroa 7 Prole Road, Ōmokoroa. 9am-1pm. Welcome to just call in or email info@menzshedomokoroa.org. Te Puna Tennis Club casual tennis. 9am start. Casual and new players welcome. Contact Catherine tptennisclub@gmail.com or 021 506 855.

Mainly Music Ōmokoroa Pavilion 9.30am in term times. $4 per family. Annie 0274 878372. Pahoia Creative Fibre Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays at 10am. Learn to spin, weave, felt, knit, crochet and more. Call Alison 022 0849 348. Tai Chi 9.30-10.30am Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Contact Marilyn on 027 630 4063 or Anne 548 0763. Art for adults Whakamārama Collective class to learn new techniques 10am-noon. $60pp www.week-end-a-la-mer.com Keep on your Feet strength & balance for older adults. 10.15-11.15am Catholic Church Hall, 89 Beach Road, Katikati. Sharnie 021 111 8617. Justice of the Peace clinic at Waihī Beach Library 11am-noon. Waihī Beach Bowls at Memorial RSA Bowling Club. Roll-up, names in by 12.30 for 1 o’clock start. All welcome. Bowls and coaching available. Contact 021 0220 4040, 027 863 1349, waihibeachbowls@gmail.com Ōmokoroa Bowling Club 12.30 to 4pm. 30 Hamurana Road. Beginners and visitors welcome. $5. Ph 021 255 6415. Katikati Bridge Club Katikati Memorial Hall Lounge. 1pm. All levels welcome. Contact Estelle 021 187 1620 or Sara 021 999 806 Mahjong Circle 1pm at the Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion, Western Avenue. Call Suzanne 027 477 2010 or Margaret 548 2126. Wise & Wonderful Arts & crafts, games and afternoon tea for seniors. Pick up and drop off available in Katikati area. 1.30-3pm at Katikati Community Centre. Gold coin. Contact 549 0399 or info@katikaticommunity.nz Teen Advisory Board Plan, promote and implement programs and events for teens. Year 7 to 13 students. 3.30-4.30pm during the school term at Pātuki Manawa. Gentle Yoga at Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 4–5.30pm. One free trial class. Contact: Karin 548 1787 or baysyoga@xtra.co.nz Art for kids Whakamārama Collective class to learn new techniques 4-5.30pm. $30pp www.week-end-a-la-mer.com Ōmokoroa Runners Collective meet 6pm at Pavilion bike rack. 4km or 7km. All welcome. Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 6-8pm. Contact Sharon Parker on 027 261 9517. Ōmokoroa Indoor Bowls 6.30pm for 7pm play Ōmokoroa Settler’s Hall. Contact Ruth Hamilton 571 1564. Katikati Toy Library 6.30pm-8pm at the back of the Christian Centre on Henry Rd, Katikati.

FB: ‘Katikati Toy Library’, text 027 551 5589 or E: katikatitoylibrary@gmail.com Te Puna Bridge Club at Te Puna Tennis Club. 6.45pm start. Contact Richard Comyn 027 552 0917 or richard.comyn@gmail.com All welcome.

WEDNESDAYS

Ladies Fitness Classes at 8am on Pahoia Road at the Cow Shed Gym - Anneli 021 077 5416. Katikati Coffin Club 78a Prestidge Road (off Morton Road) 8.30am-noon. $10 lifetime membership. Contact John Russell afactor@xtra.co.nz or 027 281 7629. Kaimai Ramblers day tramp. Good standard of fitness required, boots recommended. Call Lisa 021 044 6449, or Kevin 021 0200 6306. Hatha Yoga at Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion 9am with Stefan Ph 022 477 3809, email stefan@mlyoga.co.nz or visit www.mlyoga.co.nz Homewood Park Tennis Club 9am start. 30A Park Road, Katikati. New members welcome. Phone Cushla 027 414 2587. Pilates Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. 9.15-10.15. Contact Claudia 021 192 7706. Community Tai Chi Waihī Beach RSA 9.30am during school terms. Contact Trish 021 482 842. Knit & Natter at both Ōmokoroa Library and Pātuki Manawa, Katikati. 10am. Free. Stepping Up free computer classes at Katikati Library. Wednesdays/Thursdays. Book on 571 8008 or www.steppingup.nz FLexercise exercise, movement, dance, for posture, strengthening & stretching. All ages & abilities. 10am Memorial Hall, Katikati. Phone Pam 021 11 77 170. Ōmokoroa Artists Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 10.45am-3.30pm. Contact Brian 027 543 2777 or Facebook page: Ōmokoroa Artists. Katikati Bowling Club Combined Roll-up 1pm, names in by 12.45pm. Coaching available. Social activities to follow. 8 Park Road. ph 549 0103. Katikati Toy Library 2.30pm-4pm at the back of the Christian Centre on Henry Rd, Katikati. FB: ‘Katikati Toy Library’, text 027 551 5589 or E: katikatitoylibrary@gmail.com Grow On Seedlings Club Katikati Community Centre 3-4pm 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of month, term time. Intro to gardening for children aged 6-10 years. Call Janet 021 0236 7038. Western Bay Museum Guided Tour 2pm. WBOP residents and ratepayers FREE. 32 Main Rd, Katikati. Ph 07 549 0651 Ōmokoroa Athletics Club 4.15–5pm (3–6 years) and 5.15- 6.45pm (7–14 years) at Western Ave Sports Grounds.

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Here are some of the groups and activities which happen regularly in the area. If you have a regular group you’d like to add to the list, please email liz@lizardnews.net or call 548 1200. Wrestling Katikati Primary age 5.30-6.30pm, College age/seniors 6.30pm-8pm. Bring a drink bottle. A&P Hall, Major Street. Text Ross 027 256 4470. Twilight tennis at Te Puna Tennis Club. 6pm start. Contact Catherine 021 506 855 or tptennisclub@gmail.com Pilates Mat class Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 6-7pm. Contact Nicole 022 409 7109. Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 6-8pm. Contact Sharon Parker on 027 261 9517. Katikati Bridge Club 7pm at Katikati Memorial Hall Lounge. All levels welcome. Contact Estelle 021 187 1620 or Sara 021 999 806 Yoga Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 7-8pm. Contact Sarah 021 022 19892. Quiz Night Waihī Beach Hotel, 60 Wilson Road. 7-9.30pm. Casual Soccer at 7.15pm at Western Ave Sports Grounds bottom field. Over 12 years old. Call Hamish on 552 6427.

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Katikati drop-in Community Breakfasts 7.308.30am. Baptist Church, 2 Wedgewood St. Free entry. All welcome. Pick Up/Drop Off Service and shower facilities available. 549 0399. Ōmokoroa Rotary meets fortnightly at 8am at Ōmokoroa Boat Club. Contact Bronwyn Carter on omokoroarotary@gmail.com or 021 236 4623 or find us on Facebook. Yoga Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion 8.45-9.45 am and 6-7pm. Contact Brooke 021 878 838. MenzShed Ōmokoroa 7 Prole Road, Ōmokoroa. 9am-1pm. Welcome to just call in or email info@menzshedomokoroa.org. Pickleball at Waihī Beach Community Centre. 9.30-11am. Bats, balls, courts and nets provided. $3 per session. Call Phil on 021 624 908. Ōmokoroa Playcentre Behind Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9am-noon. omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz Tai Chi 9.30-11.00am. Te Puna Memorial Hall. Contact David 027 222 2824. Tai Chi 9.30-10.30am Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. Contact Marilyn on 027 630 4063 or Anne 548 0763. Katikati Embroidery Group 10am St Pius Church, Beach Road, Katikati. Call Edna 027 474 9946. Preschool Storytime ‘Read Sing Move’ at 10am at Katikati Library. Caregivers, please stay with your children. Free to attend. Ōmokoroa Community Garden working bee. 10-noon. Hamurana Road, south entrance to Ōmokoroa Point School. Weather permitting. Diabetes NZ Drop-in group 10-noon 177a Fraser

Street, Tauranga. 571 3422 tauranga@diabetes.org.nz Justice of the Peace clinic 10am-12pm at Ōmokoroa Library & Service Centre. Western Bay Museum Guided Tour 11am. WBOP residents and ratepayers FREE. 32 Main Rd, Katikati. Ph 07 549 0651. Pilates Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. 11.30am12.30pm. Contact Claudia 021 192 7706. Rummikub at Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd, Katikati. 1pm start, $3 per person. Te Puna Quarry Park clearing, planting and weed control 1-4pm. Contact Shirley 552 2707. Line Dancing Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. BeginnersIntermediate 1-3pm. Call Joce 021 486 265. Brick Club Afterschool LEGO sessions in Ōmokoroa Library 2.45-4.45pm. ITF Taekwon-do classes at Te Puna School Hall. 6-7.30pm. Self defence, self confidence, fitness. First 2 weeks free. George 022 437 4403. Ōmokoroa Songsters Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall, term time from 7-8:30pm. Contact Jan Murray 027 286 1552, Alison Badger 548 1544. Katikati Concert Band 7-9pm, Katikati Bowling Club. We welcome all ages and experience. Contact Eryl 021 404 163. Bridge Club Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion in the evening. Call Lyn Chaston 022 165 0820 omokoroabridgeinvs@gmail.com Katikati Toastmasters Club Communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater selfconfidence and personal growth. 7.30pm on 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays at Community Centre, Beach Road. Contact 544 5989.

FRIDAYS

Ladies Fitness Classes at 8am on Pahoia Road at the Cow Shed Gym - Anneli 021 077 5416. Social Tennis Waihī Beach Tennis Club 8.30/9 am start. All year. Casual & new players welcome. Call Kevin 027 273 5565. Friends of the Blade direct message the Facebook: Friends of the Blade or email noelenetaylor57@gmail.com Ladies Singles Tennis 9am at Ōmokoroa Tennis Club, Western Ave, Ōmokoroa. Enjoy some competitive but fun games. Line Dancing Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. General session 9am-noon. Call Shirley on 548 1633. Ōmokoroa Playcentre Behind Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9am-12.30pm. omokoroa@playcentre.org.nz Preschool Storytime ‘Read Sing Move’ at 10am at Ōmokoroa Library. Caregivers, please stay with your children. Free to attend. Justice of the Peace clinic 10am-noon Bethlehem Community Church, 138 Moffat Road.

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Justice of the Peace clinic 10am-noon Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Road. Ōmokoroa Friendship Club Ōmokoroa Community Church Hall 10am-12.15pm for $4. Morning tea and lunch provided. Drop in or call Lorraine Taylor 548 1404. Ōmokoroa Singles over 60s meet for friendship, coffee, outings, etc. Email omokoroa.senior.singles@gmail.com or phone 021 627 107. Waihī Beach Bowls at Memorial RSA Bowling Club. Roll-up, names in by 12.30 for 1 o’clock start. All welcome. Bowls and coaching available. Contact 021 0220 4040, 027 863 1349, waihibeachbowls@gmail.com Bolivia Cards Ōmokoroa Bowling Club 12.45pm. Contact Janet on janetandwillie@kinect.co.nz or 0274 467472. Katikati Senior Citizens Indoor Bowls 12.45pm at Katikati Memorial Hall. Contact Chris 549 0958. Cards 500 at Katikati Bowling Club 8 Park Rd, Katikati. 1-4pm. $2 per person. Katikati Plant & Produce Market A&P Showgrounds 3.30-5.30pm. Contact Pauline Van Rijen 549 2449. Ōmokoroa Night Market at Ōmokoroa Domain.5-9pm. food trucks, markets, live music, lawn games, and all round good vibes!

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Mindfulness at Ōmokoroa Domain 8-8.30am. Guided Meditation. Weather permitting. Termtime from 11th November. Arrive 7.50 at Harbour View Road entrance. $5 kōha, children free. All welcome. BYO mat/cushion/chair. FB: JaneMindfulness or jane.fowler9@icloud.com Junior Tennis Coaching at Ōmokoroa Tennis Club. Members and Non-members welcome. Visit omokoroatennis.com for information and to book. Waihī Beach Farmers Market 8am-12noon at Waihī Beach School. Produce, music, kids’ activities. Stalls $35 casual or $25 members. Weekly from 7th October to 27th April 2024. Contact info@waihibeachfarmersmarket.co.nz Katikati Toy Library 9-10am at the back of the Christian Centre on Henry Rd, Katikati. FB: ‘Katikati Toy Library’, text 027 551 5589 or E: katikatitoylibrary@gmail.com Art for kids Whakamārama Collective class to learn new techniques 9-10.30pm. $30pp www.week-end-a-la-mer.com Friends of Cooney Reserve 9am Bring sturdy footwear and gloves, and tools if you wish. Contact Chris Cole (text only) 0274 545 586. Ōmokoroa Crochet Group Whakamārama Room (downstairs) at Ōmokoroa Library. 9.15-11.15 (ish). Refreshments provided.

MenzShed Ōmokoroa 7 Prole Road, Ōmokoroa. 9am-1pm. Welcome to just call in or email info@menzshedomokoroa.org. Grow On Katikati 9.30-10.30 Pick up/drop off seeds and seedlings for community food resiliency. Next to Katikati Community Centre. growonkatikati@gmail.com Katikati Mini Kickers From 9.30am for children born between 2016-2020. Contact Caroline on 027 551 5589 or katikatifirstkicks@gmail.com Ōmokoroa Toy Library 9.30-11am behind the Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall. omokoroatoylibrary@gmail.com Ōmokoroa Community Garden working bee. 10-noon. Hamurana Road, south entrance to Ōmokoroa Point School. Weather permitting. Western Bay Museum Guided Tour Noon. WBOP residents and ratepayers FREE. 32 Main Rd, Katikati. Ph 07 549 0651 Ōmokoroa Bowling Club 12.30 to 4pm. 30 Hamurana Road. Beginners and visitors welcome. $5. Ph 021 255 6415. Homewood Park Tennis Club 1pm start. 30A Park Road, Katikati. New members welcome. Phone Michael 027 473 1540. Katikati Bowling Club Combined Roll-up. 1pm. Names in before 12.45pm. Coaching available. Social club day activities to follow. 8 Park Rd, Katikati 07 549 0103. Boomerang Bags Katikati Sew reusable fabric community shopping bags. Txt Robyn on 021 158 4038 to join or donate fabric. Every other Saturday from 9th April at Katikati College Fabric Tech Room from 1pm. Masks required. Ōmokoroa Tennis Club 2-4pm. Contact Sharon Parker on 027 261 9517. Catholic Vigil Mass 5pm Ōmokoroa Community Church.

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Year-round swimming in Ōmokoroa interest you? Contact Russell on 021 153 0767 or mothcork@gmail.com for more information. You are welcome to join us and swim for health and well-being.

Thu 1st Ōmokoroa Peninsula Club 1st Thursday of the month, 9.30am, Ōmokoroa Community Church (excl Dec/Jan). Contact Geoff Gripton 548 1027 or Fred Hartley 548 1939.

Sat 3rd Katikati Carboot Sale 8-11am A&P Showground, Major Street. $15 trailer, $10 carboot. Register with Carole on abbeyfieldwbop.chair@gmail.com or 027 457 9686.

Sat 3rd Grow On Katikati Crop Swap Swap excess produce, seeds, seedlings, preserves, jams, baking etc. 1st Saturday of the month. Beside Katikati Community Centre, 9.3010.30am. Call Jizzy on 549 2337 or Marie on 07 929 7906.

Sat 3rd Wander Dogs Walk at Te Puna Quarry Park. Sun 4th Katikati A&P Show Uretara Domain, 9am-4pm. $5 pp, under 12s free. www.katikatiAandPshow.nz

Sun 4th Waitangi Day sailing Ōmokoroa Boat Club. 12.30pm briefing for 2pm start. Lifejackets must be worn. Prizes up for grabs. Register at the bar. Contact John Budden 07 548 1180 or buddennz@gmail.com Sun 4th Katikati Folk Open Mic 5pm every 1st Sunday of the month. Blackboard (open mic) session at Forta Leza, 2656 SH2, Aongatete. Mon 5th U3A Art Group 10am-noon every 1st and 3rd Monday at Waihī Bowling Club. $2. Bring your own materials. Contact Jose Jebb 027 457 0242.

Mon 5th Bethlehem/Te Puna Lions Club at Te Puna Community Centre Hall, Tangitū Road. 1st and 3rd Monday evenings from 6pm. Contact Colin 576 9110. Tue 6th Waitangi Day - Te Rā o Waitangi

Tue 6th Te Rā o Waitangi - Waitangi Day commemoration Western Bay Museum 6.30am karakia and flag raising. BBQ breakfast with Tongan Brass Band. Free showings of ‘Whina’ (9am) and ‘Boy’ (noon) at the Arts Junction. See westernbaymuseum.nz for more information. Tue 6th Book Buzz Come and share your favourite reads with other book lovers. 10am on the 1st Tuesday at Pātuki Manawa. Tue 6th Katikati Small Business Network 10am-11am at Chrome Café, Katikati. Connect with other business owners while also gaining some invaluable support in an encouraging environment. 1st and 3rd Tuesday Ph 07 549 5250.

Wed 7th Aongatete Forest Project working bee. Top of Wright Road. 9am-12.30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesday morning of the month. Visit aongateteforest.org/join. Wed 7th AA/NZTA driver & vehicle licencing Mobile until in Katikati 2nd Wednesday of the month. 9.30-12.45 / 1.15-4pm. Enquiries to 0800 822 422.

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Wed 7th Waihī Beach FOCUS Group 10am at Waihī Beach RSA. Interesting speakers, interesting conversation and of course interesting people. Every 1st Wednesday. Wed 7th Kati Chat 10-11am at The Arts Junction, Katikati. All welcome. Morning Tea provided. Free event. Learn more about the amazing organisations that make Katikati a wonderful place to live and work.

Wed 7th Citizens Advice Ōmokoroa 1-3pm at The Old Library Ōmokoroa. 1st and 3rd Wednesday. No appointment required. Thu 8th Business Breakfast 7am at Pātuki Manawa. Every 2nd Thursday. Inside the RSE Workers Scheme. Register at www.theartsjunction.org.nz

Thu 8th Friends of Puketoki Trapping/checking every 2nd Thursday. Meet at Leyland Road carpark. Call John Budden 548 1180 or Terry Edwards 552 6222.

Thu 8th Ōmokoroa Business Network meeting. 9am on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Details available at omokoroabusinessnetwork@gmail.com

Thu 8th Katikati Genealogy Group 2nd Thursday, at Red Cross premises, 33 Middlebrook Drive at 1.30pm. $5. Email June at junegrant7@xtra.co.nz.

Thu 8th Food Lovers Masterclass 6-8pm at Ōmokoroa Community Church. How to reduce waste and save money, all through smarter storage, shopping, and cooking. Tickets $10 at WasteEdKate.co.nz includes $40 goodie bag.

Fri 9th Connecting in Te Puna (previously Te Puna Social Group) from 1-3pm in the Te Puna Memorial Hall supper room. 2nd Friday of the month. $5. All welcome.

Fri 9th Bethlehem Night Market every 2nd Friday from 5.30-8.30pm at Bethlehem Hall. Facebook: cnmbethlehem or contact Jen on 021 672 281 cnmbethlehem@gmail.com.

Sat 10th Katikati Town & Country Market 2nd Saturday 9am-1pm Katikati Memorial Hall. Angie: info@townandcountry.nz or call 021 203 9554.

Sat 10th Patchwork Quilting at Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall 9am-4.30pm second Saturday each month. Contact Christine 027 280 1344. Sat 10th Katikati Twilight Concert Haiku Reserve in Katikati. Gates open 5pm. Show starts 6pm. Tickets $25pp from Katikati Arts Junction and online at www.katikati.org.nz. Kids under 15 free with paying adult. Sun 11th Katikati Psychic Cafe Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Road. 2nd and 4th Sundays. 7-9pm $10 cash. 027 336 3896 for FB: Katikati Psychic Cafe. Tue 13th Ōmokoroa Photographic Society Ōmokoroa Sports Pavilion Social Room. All levels welcome. 7-9pm on 2nd Tuesday of the month. omokoroaphotoclub@gmail.com

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Wed 14th Ōmokoroa & Districts Lions Club 6pm at Ōmokoroa Settlers’ Hall on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Contact Keith and Rosemary Searle on 548 2117.

Wed 14th Katikati Herb Society Every 2nd Wednesday at 7pm at St Paul’s church. Contact Jenny Ager-Pratt 027 309 9695.

Thu 15th Genealogy support Help with research into family history and DNA searches. Ōmokoroa Library, 3rd Thursdays 10am. One-on-one help available at other times. Contact Lyn on 027 259 6643 or lynevaughan@gmail.com

Thu 15th Fun Mixed Doubles Ōmokoroa Tennis Club Western Ave. 3rd Thursday of the month from 5.30-7.30pm.

Thu 15th Café Scientifique 7pm at The Arts Junction, Katikati. Speaker: Andrew Crowe, ‘How the Pacific was Explored and Settled’. Fri 16th Winter Wilson at Katikati Folk Club 7.30pm at The Arts Junction. Tickets $20 members or $25.

Sat 17th Courageous Conversations about life, dying and death. 9.15am-11.30 at Ōmokoroa Boat Club. 3rd Saturday of the month. Contact Carol on 021 878 730 or find more information at www.deathcafe.com

Sat 17th Abbeyfield Garden Party Tickets from the Arts Junction, Katikati or theartsjunction.org.nz. 2-5pm Hot Springs Road. Food, drinks, entertainment, market stalls, raffles.

Sun 18th Classic, Vintage and Different Car Day BYO everything (chair, blanket, food, drinks). Coffee cart, power, BBQ and toilet onsite. 760 Esdaile Road. Free family fun day. 10am-5pm. Park in the paddock.

Sun 18th Katikati Folk Club Jam sessions 5pm 3rd Sunday of the month. Informal jam sessions at Forta Leza, 2656 SH2, Aongatete.

Sun 18th Friendship Force Ōmokoroa Setters’ Hall 3rd Sunday evening of the month. Ph Jonathan on 572 2091.

Mon 19th U3A Art Group 10am-noon every 1st and 3rd Monday at Waihī Bowling Club. $2. Bring your own materials. Call Jose Jebb 027 457 0242.

Mon 19th Bethlehem/Te Puna Lions Club at Te Puna Community Centre Hall, Tangitū Road. 1st and 3rd Monday evenings from 6pm. Contact Colin 576 9110.

Tue 20th Book Buzz Share your favourite reads with other book lovers. 10am every 3rd Tuesday at Ōmokoroa Library.

Tue 20th Katikati Small Business Group 10am-11am at Chrome Café, Katikati. Connect with other business owners while also gaining some invaluable support in an encouraging environment. 1st and 3rd Tuesday. Ph 07 549 5250.

Tue 20th Katikati Youth Theatre for youth aged 12-30. Games, learning and fun. Supper included. Third Tuesday of the month from 79pm. kkyouththeatre@gmail.com

Wed 21st Aongatete Forest Project working bee. Top of Wright Road. 9am-12.30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesday morning of the month. Visit aongateteforest.org/join

Wed 21st Citizens Advice Ōmokoroa 1-3pm at The Old Library Ōmokoroa. 1st and 3rd Wednesday. No appointment required.

Wed 21st Business After Five 5.15pm at The Arts Junction hosted by Katch Katikati. Every 3rd Wednesday.

Thu 22nd Ōmokoroa Business Network meeting. 9am on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Details available at omokoroabusinessnetwork@gmail.com

Thu 22nd Probus Club of Ōmokoroa 9.3011.30am at Ōmokoroa Setters’ Hall every 4th Thursday of the month. Contact Wavyne 548 1233 or Jean 548 2239.

Fri 23rd On Point Coffee Club Coffee and a chat every 4th Friday of the month at 1.30pm at the Ōmokoroa Boat Club. Contact Lorraine Barnes on 548 2351. Everyone welcome.

Fri 16th Tuahine at Katikati Folk Club 7.30pm at The Arts Junction. Tickets $20 members or $25.

Sat 24th Katikati Lions Garage Sale 4th Saturday of each month May-Nov. Behind Caltex, Main Road Katikati. 9am till noon. Tools, furniture, books, art and more. Ph. 07 578 1073.

Sat 24th Repair Cafe makers, tinkerers and fixers working to divert broken items from landfill. 8.30am-noon. Last Saturday of the month. repaircafe@tinkd.nz 148 Durham Street, Tauranga.

Sat 24th Ōmokoroa Market 9am-1pm. Crafts, art, produce, bbq, plants, car boot, cafe and more. Last Saturday of the month. E: omokoroamarket@gmail.com

Sat 24th Frocks on Bikes 10am-noon.Meet at the Talisman Hotel carpark, Katikati. Free registration. Spot prizes. Family friendly. Ph 07 549 5250.

Sun 25th Edible Backyard Safari 9.30-1pm Meet at the Grow On Shed, Katikati, for map and orientation. Bookings essential via membersgrowonkatikati@gmail.com Car pooling available. Volunteers needed.

Sun 25th Pest Trap Library at the container next to Whakamārama Hall 3-5pm. Last Sunday of the month.

Sun 25th Katikati Psychic Cafe Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Road. 2nd and 4th Sundays. 7-9pm $10 cash. 027 336 3896 for FB: Katikati Psychic Cafe.

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hildren from the middle syndicate at Ōmokoroa Point School have been working on an exciting community project as part of their school-wide focus on citizenship. The project was a joint initiative between the school and the Waitekohekohe Reserve Steering Group. It was funded by a grant from TECT and supported by Katch Katikati. Waitekohekohe is a new recreational reserve which provides tracks for walking, mountain-biking and horse riding. The equestrian trails are named after birds, and the mountain bike trails are to be named after creatures that can be found in the park’s forest and river. Children created beautiful and informative panels to teach park visitors about the birds and creatures which lend their names to the trails. With the help of local expert Lawrie Donald, the children chose which animals they wanted to name the mountain bike trails after, as well as the name of a new horse-riding trail which will be built over the summer. The wide range of animals featured include mokopirirakau (tree lizard), kōura (crayfish), kārearea (NZ falcon) and tuna (longfin eel). “All of the critters chosen can be found at the reserve if you know where to look and if luck is on your side”, says Lawrie. The 12 large panels are on display in the shelters at the equestrian and mountain bike carparks. Each panel has a ‘How You Can Help’ section with tips for keeping our critters and their habitat safe and healthy. Hunter, 6, says, “It’s important for the environment because, by making the signs, we are helping people know about the critters because we want the critters to stay alive.” The students’ work was collated and made into panels by Katikati signwriter Zoë Skayman from 1st Signs. Teacher Kirsten Symes, who is on the steering group for the reserve, says she has been impressed with the dedication

the students have shown and their commitment to producing high-quality work. “They have really put in the mahi, researching their animals, developing their sketching and pastel skills and writing haiku. They have become very knowledgeable about their creatures”. Recently, the four middle syndicate classes took a trip to visit the reserve and see the finished panels for the first time. “My favourite part of the trip was when we got to see our signs and see our names on them”, reports Matthew, 9. “I felt really proud of the whole class.” They were joined on the trip by Mayor James Denyer, who congratulated the group on their amazing achievement and thanked them for their positive contribution to the community. Lawrie Donald and Bob Mankelow ran guided walks and showed the middle syndicate students where to place the wonderful wētā houses which they had designed and created. A swim in the Waitekohe River was a highlight for many. Alexis, age 7, explains, “It was my first time swimming in a river. I loved it because I got to swim with the eels that were hiding under the rocks. It was cold and freezing like the Arctic.” The students are proud to have been part of a project that will have a lasting impact, explains their teacher. “They are aware they have been given the huge responsibility of educating the public about these taonga that they might not have been aware were in our local environment.” Shreya, 7, says, “I think our project is important because adults can learn about the animals, and then they can help kids learn too, and when the kids grow up, they will help to keep the animals safe.” Access to Waitekohekohe Reserve is at 252 Thompsons Track for walkers and horse riders and at 360 Thompsons Track for walkers and mountain bikers. Article supplied.

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17 seconds in the heats. Famous Golden Shears winner David Fagan competed in the Open Shear class, coming third at 18.5s, just beaten by Ōtorohanga shearer Digger Balme, who came second with 18s. First place went to Jack Fagan with 17.28s. Seniors was clinched by Forde Alexander with 20.8s, and the Vets class was won by David Hodge at 32.5s. Locals Reuben and Gary Sobye took out

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By David Parker he Te Puna Taiji class reopens on Thursday, 25th January, 9.30am in the Te Puna Memorial Hall. The first classes will be aimed at giving new people a no-obligation taste of Qigong and Taiji. The class is suitable for beginners of any age, as participants work at their own level and ability. Depending on what you are looking for, Taiji can offer a range of physical and mental activity to suit each person. The idea is to initially improve one’s balance and alignment. As balance improves, so does confidence and energy. Hopefully, there is also a realisation of the long-term benefits of making a regular commitment to looking after your health. What starts off as a ‘give it a go’ New Year thing gradually turns into a really enjoyable social activity with very tangible health improvements. Taiji is recognised all over the world as an elegant and graceful social activity that, despite its apparent slowness, actually tones and conditions the whole body. What can start off as simple, gentle ex-

David Fagan came third in class with 18.5s. PHOTO: Liz Farrell.

first and second place in the ‘Best Local’ category with 21.9s and 22.9s, respectively. Funds raised at the event are to be donated to Assistance Dogs NZ and Aerocool Rescue Helicopter. With a few things yet to

be confirmed, we are looking around the $4,000 mark to be shared. Thanks to all the sponsors, shearers and spectators who made it another great event.

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Our Taiji dragon, which doesn’t get out much these days, but maybe a picture is almost as good as the real thing. PHOTO: Supplied.

ercises can one day develop into a moving meditation. Everyone is welcome and invited to come along to ‘give it a go’. Classes are $6. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. For more information, please give me a call on 027 222 2824.

The next meeting of Connecting Te Puna will be held at the Te Puna Community Hall on Friday, 9th February at the usual time of 1pm. You might like to pencil that in your diaries and tell others you think might be interested. Visit us if you have some spare time when you are interested in hearing more about what we offer for our members and visitors. Anyone is welcome no matter what their age, denomination or race and you can be sure that we will all welcome you with a snack and a cup of tea. There are now different activities and a barter table for trading goods, as well as speakers on

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he Local Government Act requires all councils to review every six years how their communities are represented. These reviews must include the number of electoral areas and their boundaries, the number of councillors representing each electoral area and the names of each General and Māori constituency. These reviews cannot change the people who are currently elected or increase the number of councillors. In the case of Bay of Plenty Regional Council, there are 14 councillors representing four general constituencies (Western BOP, Tauranga, Rotorua and Eastern BOP) and 3 Māori

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moved the requirement for a local referendum. Late last year, we saw the Western Bay District Council pass by a majority vote to establish Māori wards without public consultation or a referendum. The new government has pledged to restore the requirement for a referendum, including for those councils that have already resolved to establish Māori wards without a referendum. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is somewhat unique as it established 3 Māori constituencies under an Act of Parliament (The Māori Constituencies Empowering Act 2001). Therefore, this provision could only be changed with the repeal of that legislation. It will be interesting to see where this lands.

Check this out! 350,000 library books borrowed in 2023 oung Western Bay bookhounds have sniffed out a Hairy Maclary classic as their top read for 2023. ‘Hairy Maclary, Sit!’ by Lynley Dodd was the top picture book of the year, and other books by the Tauranga author were sought after too. Around 350,000 books were checked in and out of Western Bay of Plenty’s four libraries throughout the year by residents young and old, making the most of the offerings. Classic books and titles remained popular, including the children’s book ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’. The series has 18 books in its series, and an activity book.

For adults, books from the author of the ‘Seven Sisters’ series were often requested. The final book in the series, ‘Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt’, was the most sought-after adult book for 2023. Fantasy series were popular with young adults. ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ by Sarah J. Maas is the first book in a series that Western Bay library users couldn’t get enough of. Not only were books popular in 2023, but so too were the libraries. In the 2022/23 year, 235,000 visits were made to our spaces — an increase of 38,000 on the previous year. Our events have also been a hit. We ran nearly 1,000 events during the same pe-

riod, with around 10,000 attendees. We have more than 91,000 books for you to choose from, or 31,700+ eBooks and eAudio books. Our libraries in Western Bay of Plenty do not have fines for most books any longer – but fines still apply to our Top Shelf books and DVDs. Our library locations are: The Centre Pātuki Manawa, 21 Main Road, Katikati; Ōmokoroa Library and Service Centre – 28 Western Avenue, Ōmokoroa; Te Puke Library and Service Centre – 130 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke; Waihī Beach Library and Service Centre - 106 Beach Road, Waihī Beach. Article supplied.

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Record crowds at Waihī Beach’s Community Christmas Market aihī Beach’s annual community Christmas event has reached new heights this year as crowds flocked to the Christmas at the Market on Saturday, 16th December. A collaboration between Waihī Beach Community Events and Promotions and the Saturday Farmers’ Market proved to be a winning formula, attracting a recordbreaking attendance of over 2000 people. “Bringing joy to our tamariki was at the core of the Christmas market,” highlighted Matt Nicholson, Events Manager for Waihī Beach Events and Promotions. “Our aim was simple, to create an event where everyone feels welcome,” he enthused. “We pulled out all the stops with an exciting lineup of free activities, pony rides, an inflatable football field, giant-sized Connect Four, Jenga, tenpin bowling, and a whole lot more. It was all about making merry memories for everyone who joined in, in what, for some, has been a really tough year.” The live entertainment added a festive atmosphere to the weekly Saturday Farmers’ Market, with performances by Dylan Wade, the Waihī Beach School’s Choir, and

TECT supports summer lifeguarding across the Western Bay urf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ) has been saving lives for over a century, with 4,500 volunteer surf lifeguards patrolling over 90 beaches annually. Six Western Bay clubs each focus on patrolling their local beach and surrounding areas. They also support emergency search and rescue services and provide coastal safety assessments, public education, and beach safety programmes. As a charity, SLSNZ and individual clubs rely on the generosity of the public, their commercial partners, and foundations and trusts for donations and financial support to lead and coordinate front-line surf lifesaving services. Throughout 2023, over $1.6 million of support has been spread throughout the Western Bay’s Surf Life Saving Clubs thanks to local funder TECT. TECT strives to make a difference for Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty communities, says Chair Bill Holland. “Being a coastal area, we need to be realistic of the

risks large bodies of water bring to our community.” “Grassroots organisations such as Surf Life Saving Clubs are vital to keeping our community safe in and around the water,” says Holland, “Ensuring the clubs are fully equipped and ready to handle emergencies is one way we can care for our community and keep them safe.” Waihī Beach Lifeguard Services patrols the full length of the coast to Bowentown, and now, thanks to TECT funding they will be able to build a new Hub building to serve the Bowentown patrols better. The main clubhouse at Waihī Beach is also getting an upgrade as the TECT funding will enable the installation of a fully accessible changing room. This supports the club’s goal of being the most inclusive Surf Life Saving Club with wheelchair beach mats and full changing facilities. A total of $389,000 was granted for these projects. For more information about TECT, their funding and grants, visit www.tect.org.nz Article and photo supplied.

The Beach Singers filling the air with Christmas carols. The festive spirit skyrocketed as Santa Claus made his entrance at 10am, sparking pure excitement among the children. At the Harcourts Santa’s Grotto, Santa not only posed for memorable pictures but also took the time to listen to each child’s Christmas wish list. According to the man in red himself, the number one requested wish this year wasn’t any of the latest toys, but was a humbling request for more uninterrupted quality time with parents during the holiday season. The market also witnessed a milestone for the Saturday Farmers’ Market, with 60+ stalls featuring a wide variety of fresh produce, delicious food, and confectionery from talented local growers and vendors. By the end of the event, many vendors were delighted to have sold out due to the overwhelming demand. The success of the Waihī Beach Community Christmas Market marks a significant milestone for the local community, as it showcases the enduring spirit of togetherness and celebration during the festive season. Article and photos supplied.

Waihī Beach school choir entertaining the crowd. PHOTO: Supplied.

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By Paul England n February 2024 the Katikati Folk Club is hosting two exceptional concerts. Winter Wilson and Tuahine. Winter Wilson is a folk duo from the UK featuring Kip Winter on vocals, accordion, guitar and flute with Dave Wilson on vocals, guitar and banjo. The pair characterise their music as folk with a splash of blues, and they’ve been described as one of the hardest-working duos on the UK folk scene, and not without good reason. Since becoming full-time musicians in 2012, the couple have played folk clubs, theatres, arts centres and festivals worldwide, making friends and fans along the way. Kip (vocals, flute, piano accordion, guitar) “has a voice to die for,” says John Roffee of Maverick Magazine, whilst Dave (vocals, guitar, banjo) is widely recognised as one of the UK’s very best contemporary folk and blues songwriters, with his songs performed in folk clubs the world over. The duo produce a unique sound, blending truly stunning harmonies with subtle, skilful musicianship. Their songs are beautiful, often hard-hitting and just occasionally laugh-out-loud funny, covering a wide range of styles and subject matter, and always delivered with passion. With a fistful of new songs and plenty of old favourites, Winter Wilson are guaranteed to provide great entertainment on 16th February. Meanwhile, on 23rd February, we welcome the three talented women who make up Tuahine. With sophisticated jazz and blues that soars through to gospel with some country soul, meet three of NZ’s leading ladies in the music world - guitarist/multi-instrumentalist Kim Halliday, vocalist/songwriter Cat Tunks, and the divine fiddle playing of Krissy Jackson. They have all toured the world extensively with many of their different musical offerings. Kim Halliday is universally known after working with the highly acclaimed group Pacific Curls, as a multi-instrumentalist and guitarist with Gitbox Rebellion, and as part of nine-piece group The Voyagers. She recently toured with Whirimako Black. Cat Tunks, formerly known as ‘Black Sand Diva’ from her band with the same name, is well known for her multi-genre blending vocal style that dives into gospel, jazz and country roots. With a strong vocal presence that has seen her lead rock and blues acts

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By Sharon Parker e’re finally over most of the holiday craziness and are set to enjoy the summery days of the next few weeks. Our friendly mixed doubles on the first Tuesday of each month is still very popular. It’s mostly about fun, and a little bit about competition. And there are prizes. Coach Pete ran a very successful series of lessons for adult beginners in January. If you’re keen for lessons you can contact Pete directly on 0274 944 415. Our annual Christmas Club Day was a hit. A shoutout to Olivia Desset and Liz Megchelse for rocking the best women’s Christmas costumes and John Whitfield for snagging the men’s prize. Club days are still on, every Tuesday night 6-8pm and Saturday afternoons 24pm.

Everyone’s welcome, and visitors can join in for just $10. On the first Saturday of every month, we also host Social Saturday in the Pavilion from 4pm. All welcome. Junior coaching was a hit in term four last year. Registration for Term 1 2024 is now open for members. The Saturday morning sessions are based on age groups. You can join your child as a member and sign up for junior coaching on our website, www.omokoroa tennis.com. Plus, as club members, kids get free court access. Parents, it’s the perfect chance to bond over a game. And coming up on 9th - 10th March is our annual tournament, hosted in collaboration with Te Puna Tennis Club. It’s going to be another fantastic weekend of competitive tennis See you on the courts.

Another happy, fun, mixed doubles group. Many thanks to Artisan Bakery, Alma Eatery, Nourish Cafe and Jane Cross for donating prizes.

Local donor gives $50,000 to Abbeyfield local Katikati resident has anonymously donated $50,000 to help build an affordable housing development in Katikati, says the Acorn Foundation. Acorn’s Corporate & Community Giving Manager, Emily Goulding, says the donation came as a surprise. “We received a phone call from the donor, who had already decided they wanted to support the local Abbeyfield project. This donor already has an Acorn fund but wanted to make an immediate gift as they know Abbeyfield is currently fundraising to help with building costs.” Carole Parker, Chairperson of Abbey-

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field WBOP, says, “We were absolutely blown away by the generosity of this donor. We’ve been fortunate to have had lots of support so far from the Katikati community, but this donation is incredible.” The Abbeyfield model is to provide affordable rental accommodation for older people over 65 with modest or no assets. As Katikati has a higher proportion of older people than the national average, it was identified as an area where there is an increasing gap between the needs of older people and the housing options available to them. Abbeyfield WBOP, a registered charity,

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By Paula Gaelic estern Bay Museum is inviting the community to commemorate Waitangi Day in fine fashion this year with funding from the Ministry of Culture and Heritage. Our diverse community is coming together to commemorate this special ‘agreement’ between Māori and Crown. We will share what Te Tiriti means from an array of cultures and ages. It is a day of togetherness, unity and commemoration. We invite you to gather on the museum forecourt at 6.30am for the ‘Flag Ceremony’ where the Tino Rangatiratanga National Māori flag and the flag of Aotearoa New Zealand will be raised and honoured. The National Anthem will be played by the Tongan Brass Band. Tino Rangatiratanga National Māori flag was designed for the 150-year anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi and Te Tiriti. The elements of the national Māori flag represent the three realms: Te Korekore, potential being (black, top) Te Whai Ao, coming into being (red, bottom) Te Ao Mārama, the realm of being and light (white, centre). The koru is symbolic of a curling fern frond, representing the unfolding of new life, hope for the future and the process of renewal. We will then move to the marquee and seating area behind the Arts Junction, where we will have a service. An array of speakers has been asked to share what Te Tiriti and The Treaty mean to them today. The Tongan Band will be playing as a barbeque breakfast will be served. We have two free movies showing. At 9am the

movie ‘Whina’ will start in The Junction Theatre, which is intended for those who are part of this festive occasion and ultimately the power of unity. At 12 noon, ‘Boy’ will be on for the children and families. “The 2023 Waitangi Day at the museum really showed us that there is an appetite to commemorate this significant day. It’s our role as a museum to conserve and share histories that make us so unique.

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Public petting a rooster at last year’s show. PHOTO: Supplied.

and specialised breeds of farm animals such as free-range hens, self-shedding sheep and miniature cattle, some of which will be present at our show. We offer the public a chance to be hands-on with a number of the animals present. We also run an extremely popular option for everyone present to vote for the most impressive rooster - and this year, we also include the most impressive hen. Historical details as reported by the Bay of Plenty Times, Volume XXXIX, Issue 5674, 7th July 1911, Page 2.

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Katikati Primary tree planting By Sam Brown atikati Primary School Juniors were lucky enough to have Project Parore come and visit our school to re-pot native cabbage trees. Project Parore is an organisation that works in collaboration with local entities around Tauranga Moana to revitalise our harbours and landscapes. Restoring healthy habitats and protecting these spaces is vital in supporting a wealth of insect and bird life, and is a collaborative community effort. Children were each gifted a cabbage tree, and any trees not able to be planted at home will be planted in our school gully area, where we are undertaking a restoration. PHOTOS: Supplied.

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