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Hi there Prime Readers Sitting here in the amazing Autumnal sunshine we are enjoying, I’ve been reflecting on what the year has been and what’s coming for Real Estate. After reading literally dozens of “experts” articles I believe the picture still isn’t much clearer. While there has undoubtedly been a “softening” in the market which may well see some “flattening” in prices gained? However the continuing popularity of our region, coupled with low housing stock levels may combine to see the status quo or close to it prevail? I guess time will tell………..please note these are our own personal views.

What this does mean, if correct, is that now is still a great time to go to market if you are looking at downsizing or a move to the security of one of our amazing Lifestyle Villages. As always it is so important to get good up to the minute advice and be able to trust who you choose to work with. To this end we are pleased to announce that Harcourts has just been judged New Zealand’s most Trusted Real Estate Company for the “ninth year” running. This incredible feat coupled with our own numerous referrals should give you confidence to choose us to market your most precious asset.

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As I am writing this – looking out from my window I am reminded of the words of the old 1940's song Autumn Leaves – "The falling leaves drift by my window, The falling leaves of red and gold". Twice a day now, I retrieve my trusted blower and clear the red and brown autumn carpet from my driveway. Winter is almost here and the long summer evenings have been replaced by early nightfalls, the familiar smell of wood fires, and misty mornings. This recalls further Autumn lyrics from the Mamas and Papas – "All the leaves are brown and the sky is grey ...".

A year ago we were still in the firm grip of the covid uncertainty, but this year we could again commemorate ANZAC Day together, visit concerts, and experience outdoor activities. We can visit Australia again as the travel bubble slowly gets bigger and by year's end all New Zealanders would have been vaccinated. This month we are continuing to focus on Rotorua and are very pleased to be able to highlight the Forest Loop. I visited there a few weeks ago and enjoyed the hospitality at the Eastwood and Kitchen Trail coffee shops after tackling one of the Forest Loop trails and experiencing the mighty Red Woods. We also have contributions from the Paeroa and Morrinsville museums sharing some of their most precious displays. This month's edition is, again, an eclectic mix of interesting, entertaining, and informative articles. Enjoy!.

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Paeroa & District Historical Society Museum This Museum is located on Paeroa’s Main street in the former County Council Library building.

The building has a Hauraki District Council category B registration. The section was set aside by the Ohinemuri County Council in the late 1890’s for a library. There was a small building constructed on this section to house this amenity. In 1930 The Paeroa Borough Council constructed a post-war memorial comprising a Ladies Rest Room, Plunket Room, Public Reading Room and Public Library. In 1939 the Council, with the help of a Government subsidy completed the building in time for the NZ Centenary in 1940.

A number of displays ‘rotate’ but there are those which are on permanent display.

Taurapa (Stern post from Waka)

We have the largest display of Royal Albert china, “Old Country Rose,” in Australasia with 527 pieces all gathered by the one avid collector, Mr George Eccles. There are many unusual pieces in this collection and of course they were all made in the Royal Albert factory in England. He and his family gifted the collection and the display case to the Paeroa Museum so that it could continue to be enjoyed by everyone.

Our collection of Maori artifacts is extensive and many of the items on display were collected from an archaeology dig on the banks of the Waihou River, near here. One very significant piece found at this time is the heavily carved Taurapa (stern post) from a waka which is about 200 years old.

Of course, the story of L & P features with its own display and the story of the discovery of the soda water spring and how it evolved into a major industry.

The Militaria is also on permanent display and features items from both World and other Wars.

The large collection of photographs covers a wide range of early history and people do recognise a relative in them from time to time.

The old bellows organ from the 1890’s can still be played even if it does take quite an effort to keep pumping the pedals to make music.

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The restored 1912 Butterfly Gig is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship and shows the skills of our early pioneers.

Taking a photograph with the 1905 bellows camera on its tripod may no longer be possible but it is an eye catching piece along with the glass plates and ‘black cloth’ used by the photographer of the day. This is part of a collection of 400 cameras gifted to the Museum

by Graham Watton who was Editor of the Hauraki Gazette for many years.

Unfortunately, we cannot display the entire collection at one time but we have a number of older cameras on display.

Part of the Royal Albet China Collection

The furniture and fittings in the three-story Model Victorian Terraced Doll’s House is fun to look at and marvel at the skill of Walter Schramm in creating everything to the scale of one twelfth, (one inch to a foot).

Butterfly gig

Currently, the Museum is featuring an extensive display to commemorate the 40 years since the disastrous floods of 1981.

Although Paeroa and district have suffered from flooding for generations, 1981 was the highest flood waters ever recorded with parts of the Ohinemuri River running 10 metres above normal flow.

About 1000 people were evacuated and a third of the town was flooded. The rural areas also suffered badly with widespread damage, slips, lost fencing and stock losses. In Waikino, apart from the Tavern, the rest of the buildings by the river were wiped out. The water level in the Tavern was at about 2.5 metres above the floor.

There is a 50 minute video playing which features interviews with a number of people who were either directly flooded or who played a role during the emergency and in the recovery.

Of course, there is much more to see and we can assure you of an interesting time in a Museum featuring our local history.

We are open from Tuesday through to Friday between noon and 3pm and we will also open on request.

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Here at Rotorua Heritage Farm, we offer fun, exciting and educational activities for visitors for all age groups throughout The Farm Tour, 3D Trick Art Gallery and CAFE 171.

Come and enjoy a morning or afternoon at Rotorua Heritage Farm and learn how to be creative, sharpen your acting skills for great photos to pass on to your family, learn about our different breeds of farm animals and get to feed them, when all of that is done enjoy a drink and lunch at Café 171. Located on 171 Fairy Springs Road, Rotorua.

ge Farm: Rotorua Herita ence! what an experi Get into the picture and enjoy the magical journey!

Art, not as you would expect it to be!

A perfect place to get memorable photos for your family, no age or height limits are required to enjoy this immersive attraction. Being the only 3D Trick Art Gallery in NZ seniors will not be disappointed with the 53 pieces of artwork that they will find themselves a part of.

The 3D Trick Art Gallery is open from 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays during the school terms. Please allow at least an hour to go through the Gallery, check out our website www.3dtrickart.co.nz

The farm is educational for all ages as the Farm Tour does not only allow visitors to interact with the farm animals but they also can enjoy getting up and personal with the animals by feeding and patting them. Listen to stories from your guide as you go around the farm. While on-site enjoy a picnic overlooking the farm, ask us about the picnic lunchboxes Café 171 can provide for your visit.

The Farm Tour is only available on weekends during school terms and everyday over school holidays and long weekends and the duration is one hour.

Café 171 is open Wednesday to Sundays only, 9am to 4pm.

For any enquiries or bookings email info@3dtrickart.co.nz or call Robyn Van den Hurk, Rotorua Heritage Farm Operations Manager on 027 2158190.

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FRANKTON RAILWAY STATION BOOKSTALL (circa 1910) (HCL_02543)

PRINCES GATE (circa 1907-15) – View of the triple archway and flagpole (known as Princes Gate) at the entrance leading from Hinemaru Street to Queens Drive, and to the gardens of the Government Sanatorium and Baths. There are wooden gates at the entranceway and a wire fence. There are noticeboards on top of the fenceposts and another close by. The Tudor Towers bathhouse (built 1906-1907) can be seen in the distance. (National Library 1/2-001500-G)

c Library, Willow St in 1987, TAURANGA LIBRARY (1987) – Tauranga Publi 99-1349) shortly before demolition. (Tauranga City Libraries Image

SHOPS IN CENTR AL VICTORIA ST REET (1970s) – A Collingwood Street view taken from at the junction of ce ntral Victoria Street. the eastern side of Vi The shops on ctoria Street include Swiss Chalet Restaur Bar – a sign on the ant and Coffee same building says ‘Billiards’, below th Pandora. In the cent e restaurant is re is “Victoria Build Photography at the ings” with Kenneth top, City Butchery Taylor and Hamilton Seik On the right is Ting o jewellers below. eys Decorating Cent re. (HCL_M00291.7 )

band rotunda with the BAND ROTUNDA (circa 1910-15) – View of the Library 1/2-001507-G) bathhouse in the background to the left. (National

POST OFFICE, TAURANGA, WITH STAFF IN FRONT (circa 1906) (Tauranga City Libraries Image 02-348)

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Prime Walks

By Ceana Priest

Lake Kareaotahi / Lake Cameron

This picturesque peat lake is surprisingly wellhidden beside the bustling SH3 at Rukuhia.

The walk starts almost opposite Rukuhia School, and there’s plenty of roadside parking on Rukuhia Road. Follow the path downhill and turn right at the first junction to loop around the lake. The trail is often a little overgrown, but this adds to the adventure’s charm. Navigate your way past towering flax bushes and through swathes of grass. Be prepared for soggy shoes mid-winter or after heavy rain.

TIME: Allow 45 minutes for the loop.

ACCESSIBILITY:

There’s a mix of dirt paths and grassed areas. No bikes allowed. You’d have to be keen to push a buggy around the lake because of the soft mown paths.

DOGS: Allowed on leads.

HOW TO GET THERE: Parking on Rukuhia Road near SH3.

Are you looking for more walk inspiration?

Head over to www.outdoorkid.co.nz for hundreds more urban strolls, bush walks through to playgrounds and bike trails.

Outdoor Kid guidebooks are available from Paper Plus and Whitcoulls.

There are a handful of viewing areas dotted around the peat lake – including maimais – which let you peer into the murky depths of the 3.4-hectare lake.

Little critters adapted to living in the tanninstained waters can be seen darting through the shallows. Look out for the whirligig beetle, which scoots across the water using its broad, paddle-like legs in search of prey.

On the lake’s northern side, an open grassy area is a perfect place for a break, and the nearby wobbly pontoon will entertain older kids. There’s plenty of restoration work underway by volunteers of the Lake Cameron Care Group. You may see a small request on the entrance sign to spend a few minutes helping the group by pulling away grass overcrowding young plants as you stroll around the lake.

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The original Mini was a Kiwi hit from the start The Mini was originally built by four different British companies from 1959 to 2000: the Austin Motor Company, Morris Motor Company, British Leyland, and Rover. The Mini models sold in New Zealand numbers around 60,000 units which is minute compared to the figure of well over 5 million world-wide. But nonetheless the car was significant to the NZ market.

The Mini models, Austin Seven and Morris MiniMinor, were introduced to NZ before Australia, and available at $1340 in late 1959 only three months after its launch in Great Britain. NZ had major car assembly plants in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, and these cars were called CKD (completely knocked down) units, another term would be kit cars. Mini Cooper models were fully imported from GB, so ownership of these was somewhat special.

Almost immediately after the first Minis, back then called the Morris Mini-Minor, rolled off the line it instantly became such a huge hit that production in the UK could not keep up, and the company expanded into many different European countries.

In the beginning, daily production only amounted to twelve cars. This number could be increased to 200 when production in the Belgian Seneffe factory started in 1967. But production was not always smooth. After being caught up in financial troubles in 1974, the company was nationalised. With the new millennium, Mini was bought by BMW in 2000 and has since been sold under the name MINI.

Under the hood, it was powered by a V4 engine with 34 BHP with 884 ccm. Meanwhile, the trunk only had a capacity of 196 litres.

The Mini logo shows a pair of wings separated by the word Mini. It was approved by the father of the Mini, Sir Alexander Issigonis, who died in 1988.

The Mini picture at the Swap Meet is a 1980 Leyland Mini 1000 and there are only 48 of these models registered in New Zealand.

The first Mini represented an automobile revolution. The Mini was only 3.05 m long and had front wheel drive, which was rather unusual for its time. The engine was placed diagonally in the front with the gearbox underneath. Placing the wheels on the outer corners of the chassis enabled the engineers to give the car a maximum of interior space on a minimal base. This principle has carried on into today’s small cars.

Hamilton Vintage & Classic Car Club 8th Annual Swap Meet in Hamilton – 18th April 2021 by Jan Kaluza After being cancelled in 2020 with the lockdown, this year the 8th Annual Swap Meet went ahead. It was an early start for members of the Hamilton Vintage & Classic Car Club [hvccc.co.nz] who host the event at the Classics Museum [classicsmuseum.co.nz] in the Frankton suburb of Hamilton.

Some vendors set up and even stayed overnight, but most rolled in from 5am. Sellers kept arriving even past the 9am opening. The public showed up in a steady stream from before 8am until well past noon.

Apart from the Jukebox Diner there were a couple of food trucks supplying refreshments.

The vendors and sellers were set up in long rows, filling the main parking lot and a good section of the open ground. The models and books found cover in a large workshop at the far end, and the Museum’s fantastic collection was open with half-price entry.

The weather turned out to be perfect. No rain, a short burst of freezing cold right after sunrise, but otherwise pleasant. The public enjoyed the combination.

Most years you see a few happy buyers leaving with some newly acquired treasures. This year was notably busier with people leaving with armloads of goods and then coming back in for more. Several returning more than once.

HVCCC’s Club Captain kept up a live commentary, going stall to stall and promoting what was on offer. From around 11am this was interspersed with some live music. The Air Force Cadets helped the Hamilton Vintage & Classic Car Club with parking on site and way down Rifle Range road and several side streets.

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All photos by Jan Kaluza

In all a busy and successfully held Swap Meet. HVCCC wish to thank their members for pitching in, ATC for their assistance with parking, the vendors for bringing their goods and the public for supporting this event. We look forward to the next one in 2022.

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The Benefits of Exercise It’s a common assumption that exercise in older people is difficult and dangerous, so it’s perhaps best avoided.

But this is often not the case – even if these ideas are ingrained in society.

Research has repeatedly shown that exercise in older adults is linked with lower disease risk, reduced risk of falls, and better overall health. A recent Swedish study found that physical activity was the number one contributor to longevity, adding extra years to your life – even if you don’t start exercising until your senior years. But getting active is not just about adding years to your life, it’s about adding life to your years.

When choosing what type of exercise to do, it’s your ability – not your age – that should be your primary consideration.

Older people are more likely to suffer from one or more age-related diseases or health conditions (such as type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, heart disease and stroke) that may affect their ability to take exercise.

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Research Shows the Benefits of Drinking Coffee Such is the kiwi obsession with coffee most can’t function without one in the morning, accounting for employees spending a fair bit of time around the coffee machine at work.

New Zealand’s per capita consumption ranks among top 20 in the world, at 0.94 cup per day, according to research.

This is ahead of US per capita consumption (at 0.93 cup) but below the Netherlands, at 2.41 cups, and Finland, at 1.85 cups per day.

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Around 64% of American adults drink coffee every day, with this beverage of ‘black gold’ seen as an ideal way to perk up and fuel up at the beginning of the day. Numerous studies have shown that coffee has a plethora of health benefits.

A 2019 study by Chalmers University of Technology scientists shows, for instance, that filtered coffee can help reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes – a condition battled by 26.8% of all seniors (over 250 000 New Zealanders have been diagnosed with diabetes). Another (2020) study undertaken at Anglia Ruskin University showed that women who drink two or three cups of coffee a day have a lower total body and abdominal fat – which is great news for over 65s wishing to enjoy good cardiovascular health.

In addition to the studies mentioned above, many more have shown that coffee is compatible with good health for seniors. One 2016 study, for instance, shows that the benefits of drinking coffee outweigh the risks. Another (Scandinavian) study involving senior coffee drinkers found that those who drank three or more cups of coffee daily had a 65% lower risk of developing dementia. Coffee has also been shown to slow down the effects of Parkinson’s disease, which affects up to 11 000 new Zealanders, the vast majority of whom are aged 60 or older.

If nothing wakes you up in the morning better than your favourite cup of coffee, have a quick talk to your doctor about whether or not this beverage is appropriate for you.

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Saving on your Food Bill There are plenty of options to eat good food, even on a tight budget.

Here are some ideas to help you spend less money on food.

1. Swap from throwing it out to using it Before you throw something out consider whether you can freeze it to prolong its life or whether it can be used in your dinner or lunch the next day. Sometimes all you need is a bit of creativity!

2. Try online shopping

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Online shopping can help you stick to your shopping list and only buy what you need. You’re more likely to spend within your budget because you can see the cost of groceries add up as you go. Choose to pickup your groceries so you skip the delivery fee.

3. Consider freezing foods A great way to save money is to make the most of your freezer.

Lots of frozen foods will keep well in your freezer for up to 6 months like frozen chicken, fish, vegetables and fruit. Many fresh foods freeze well too like bread, hard cheeses, milk and spinach.

4. Stock up on canned foods

Singing Workshop Cantando, a non-auditioned community choir established 32 years ago, invites adults who love to sing to join us at an interactive workshop.

No experience necessary.

Buying canned foods is another good way to save money. They’re convenient and last a long time in your food cupboard. Stock up on canned foods when you see them on special.

5. Swap from processed foods to whole foods Whole foods include vegetables, fruit, legumes, nuts, seeds, meat, chicken, fish and dairy. When you buy fresh whole foods use these two rules to help you save money: it’s got to be in season or on special.

6. Swap to buying foods in bulk Buying some foods in bulk can save you money so look out for specials on foods you use often. Grains are cheap and will keep for a long time if stored in an airtight container.

Look out for specials on rice, pasta, flour, couscous and oats.

7. Swap to meal prepping Eating the same food more than once will not only save you money – but your time too! Consider meal prepping breakfasts, lunches, dinners or snacks.

8. Swap meat to other types of protein Eating less meat is another good way to save money. Try to have at least 1-2 days a week where you use other protein sources like lentils, chickpeas, canned fish or eggs.

What can I cook on a tight budget?

Cheap Eats is a collection of recipes from the Heart Foundation designed to feed your family for less than $3 per serving, without losing taste, quality or nutrition. Download the recipe book from https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/resources/cheap-eats-cookbook

2pm – 4.30pm Saturday 29th May 2021 St John’s Methodist Church Cnr Grey & Wellington Sts, Hamilton Participants will be welcomed by choir members for an afternoon of singing, with techniques and tips from our Musical Director Kolitha Jayatunge.

A koha at the door would be appreciated.

Afternoon tea provided.

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Veteran’s Bus Tour A veteran’s football team was being driven through Dublin in an open-top bus. The driver was giving a running commentary as they toured the city. ‘We are just passing the biggest pub in Ireland’, said the driver. A voice piped up from the back of the bus piped up. ‘Why?’

Aging Problems Visiting Doctor Ross last month Paula, a long retired schoolteacher, explained in some detail her problems while he listened very patiently. ‘Now, Paula,’ said Doctor Ross, ‘you say you have shooting pains in your neck, aching knees, frequent dizzy spells, and constant nausea. Just for the record, how old are you?’ ‘Ah, yes,’ Paula spoke brightly, ‘I’ll be 49 on my next birthday.’ ‘Really?’ commented the doctor quietly, ‘I see you have slight memory loss, too.’

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Mid-Century Style at Hamilton Gardens Modernist gardens are recognised as a phenomenon of the 20th century.

For the most part these gardens were designed for middle-class homeowners on suburban lots, signalling a significant shift from grandiose landowners of centuries past. They developed in response to practical requirements for use and maintenance, adapting to changing lifestyles after World War II. Designs like this one showcased at Hamilton Gardens favour a looseness and spontaneity in their layout. The ‘central axis’ principle, which is clearly demonstrated in examples such as the Italian Renaissance Garden and the English Flower Garden, has been cast aside in favour of multiple viewpoints. There is a minimalist lack of detail, with contrast arising between the curved lines of the garden edges and the sharply linear concrete and decking patterns.

Home gardens of the mid-century era often featured outdoor dining areas such as a deck or patio. There was a strong visual – and practical – relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces. Here at Hamilton Gardens’ Modernist Garden the wall and window represent the edge of a family home, as if you were simply relaxing in the backyard and could pop in as you desired.

Swimming pools were also a key feature of Modernist garden design. This can be largely attributed to American landscape architect, Thomas Church, whose most famous gardens were built in California. He first designed a kidney-shaped pool in 1948 and it was an immediate sensation, swiftly becoming a symbol of the post-war landscape.

The Modernist Garden includes two iconic artworks. On a mural overlooking the garden, artist Tim Croucher has depicted actress Marilyn Monroe in pop-art pointillist style, complementing the 1950s setting of this garden. The sculpture in the middle of the pool was created by Louis Epstein for the opening of the garden in 1996. As well as reflecting Modernist trends, its striking biomorphic shape foreshadowed the development of the Surrealist Garden which opened nearly 25 years later in 2020.

Why HOPE Matters Sometimes, everything seems like just too much!

Losing hope is the last thing that your brain needs.

• In the brain, people experience optimism about the future in two key areas: the amygdala, our emotion processing center, and part of a region called the anterior cingulate cortex that is involved in thinking about the self, reflecting on the past, and anticipating the future, particularly with an emotional lens.

• The opposite of hope is often thought to be depression, and interestingly, both of the brain areas activated during feelings of optimism are malfunctioning in people with depression.

• But hope is more than just having a sunny outlook for the future.

According to the psychologist Charles Snyder, who pioneered much of the research on the topic (Hope theory: Rainbows in the Mind), real hope requires three components: 1) goals, 2) agency, and 3) pathways.

It’s not enough to want something to happen, you must have a way to achieve it.

• Agency refers to having both important goals and believing that one can initiate and sustain action toward attaining that goal.

• This appear to be especially important for people’s mental health. In a study of college students, those who ranked themselves as having more hope had lower levels of anxiety and depression months later, but only if they also scored high in agency.

• Hope may benefit your physical health, too. Among older adults, higher levels of hope are associated with lower mortality rates compared with people who feel hopeless.

Researchers speculate that having hope may prompt people to make better, healthier choices.

• If you want to live longer and have a healthier brain our challenge to you is: Set some goals today, make a plan to actually do it and most important believe that you can achieve them!

For more helpful information like this article visit www.brainfit.world and while you are there explore the Brainfit for life courses -available across the country.

Contact the coach in your region to book your space in a class – this might be the first step towards a new goal.

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Prioritize your Brain health Interactive classes taught over 4 weeks, by a trained facilitator to help you to build and strengthen your brain connections. Workshops focus on 6 key memory skills that allow people to remain confident, independent and productive throughout their lives.

For more information about classes contact Sanél on 0277255195 or sanel@brainfit.nz

www.brainfit.world

Your Coach Sanél

Scion’s New Front Door At the end of the forest-lined Tītokorangi road (formerly Long mile) sits Scion’s newly opened innovation building, Te Whare Nui o Tuteata.

Te Whare Nui o Tuteata is Scion’s front door for business visitors and the public. The threestorey, 2000 m² building, is believed to be a world first for a wooden diagrid structure of its size.

The name “Te Whare Nui o Tuteata” was gifted

by Ngā Hapū e Toru who hold mana over the whenua. The name acknowledges the mana of the tupuna Tuteata, from whom Ngā Hapū e Toru descend and the connection to the whenua, Tītokorangi.

The building is an example of timber technology and innovative design and construction that has been created through collaboration with New Zealand designers, wood processors and construction firms. The design showcases innovative technologies for large buildings in timber – that are climate-friendly, earthquakeresilient, fast and cost effective.

The building stores approximately 418 tonnes of CO2-eqv for the life of the building. This is equivalent to the emissions from 160 return flights from Auckland to London. New Zealand’s radiata pine forests can regrow this amount of wood in just 35 minutes – making it truly sustainable.

The triple-height atrium leads up to a spectacular custom-designed wooden ceiling inspired by the structure of a radiata pine genome with lighting reflecting the Matariki night sky.

The ground floor of the building includes Eastwood café and Scion’s new public science exhibition. The exhibition showcases innovations in Scion’s three key science and research areas: • Caring for our forests with the goal of healthy, resilient forests that New Zealanders can all enjoy.

• Building the future from timber. Trees are the ultimate green technology. When we build with timber, we continue storing carbon for decades or even centuries.

The science exhibition is open to the public Sunday to Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday and Saturday 8am - 8pm. Scion reception is open during office hours Monday to Friday.

• Creating tomorrow's products. “Anything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow.

Scion is a New Zealand-government research institute charged with driving innovation and growth from New Zealand’s forestry, wood processing and biomaterials sectors to create economic, environmental and social benefits for the nation.

Our research is enabling New Zealand to move from a non-renewable petrochemical based economy to one using biological processes and renewable materials.

Operating for more than 70 years from our headquarters in Rotorua our mission is to enhance New Zealand’s prosperity, well-being and environment through trees. www.scionresearch.com

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THE FOREST LOOP For those who love gentle mountain biking or prefer the easier option with an eBike, then the newly developed Forest Loop in Rotorua’s Whakarewarewa Forest is a must!

Barry Miller manager of the Trail Kitchen at the start of the Forest Loop

The 35 kilometre route circumvents the entire forest and takes in views of the city, three lakes and geothermal features. The Trail is all grade 1 or 2, meaning it is all manageable and the clockwise one-way route can be done in sections, or you can loop off at any time!

All the amenities at the Waipa entrance include ample parking, showers, toilets, bike rental shops and café. Similar amenities are established on route as well.

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The Trail Kitchen is Rotorua’s newest cafe/restaurant, is family owned and is open seven days a week from 8:30am to 3pm and NO surcharge!

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“A vibrant museum connecting the past to the future.”

The land around Morrinsville is especially fertile due to the Waikato River originally flowing through the Hinuera Valley, to the Hauraki Plains and then into the Gulf. Over millions of years, rich nutrients were deposited both by the river and ongoing volcanic activity. Maori made use of the natural environment – hunting birds, fishing in the extensive waterways, harvesting materials and gardening the higher ground above the wetlands.

The marae of the Morrinsville District are also featured in our exhibition.

A film of the history of each marae, Waiti (Ngāti Paoa), Tauhei (Ngāti Wairere), Rukumoana and Kai a te Mata (Ngāti Haua) is shown alongside the exhibit.

Our unique exhibition of the Ngati Haua iwi, Mana Whenua o Piako, tells their history based on the lands they have occupied. This exhibition acknowledges the Tumuaki (Kingmakers) who lived in Morrinsville, and where some are buried around the base of the statue of King Mahuta in front of Te Kauwhanganui (Maori Parliament) at Rukumoana Marae, Kiwitahi.

When the settlers arrived and land in the lowlands was made available for purchase, they needed to clear the land and put in drainage and fencing to make the land viable for farming. Thus, began the journey to becoming the ‘Cream of the Country’.

The Pakarau Estate was part of the larger Kereone Estate and divided into 22 farms for discharged soldiers as part of a resettlement for WW1 soldiers by the government. A ballot for farms took place on the 13th of December 1916.

The first soldier pitched his tent in January 1917 and one of the original farms is still in family ownership three generations on.

The once flood-prone land around Morrinsville was transformed by fertiliser, feeder drains and grass seed into lush green pasture that could be intensively farmed and this, along with the advent of the railway, helped Morrinsville to grow into a prosperous farming community.

‘The Green Circle’ film, which can only be seen in the Morrinsville Museum, traces the growth of the Dairy Industry within our district.

Our 1873 heart kauri McDonald cottage is a favourite with many people who visit our facility.

You are able to walk through the cottage and fully experience the atmosphere. In August 1972, the cottage was moved from Kiwitahi to our previous premises in Lorne Street. It was set up and furnished in the style of an early settler’s home in the period 1880 – 1900. Furniture and artefacts belonging to the McDonalds were incorporated in the display within the cottage.

Mana Whenua o Piako Exhibition

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A visit to Morrinsville Museum will take you back in time to learn and experience how the Morrinsville District developed and grew to be a busy farming community. Our purpose-built building with its connected heritage cottage is owned and operated by the Morrinsville Historical Society.

When is the Morrinsville Museum open?

The museum is open Monday to Friday from 11am – 4pm; Sunday 11am – 3pm and the first Saturday of the month 9am – 1pm.

How do I get there?

The main street of Morrinsville is Thames Street, we are just off this street at 41 Canada Street. Morrinsville has a famous ‘Herd of Cows’ and we are home to the ‘Tauhei Cow’.

How much does it cost?

It’s free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Morrinsville Museum, 41 Canada Street, Morrinsville. Phone 07 889 4190.

Social gathering of a volunteers afternoon tea and training

In 2010 the McDonald cottage was moved to our present premises at 41 Canada Street.

Poached Mini Meatballs

INGREDIENTS • 500g lean beef mince • egg • ½ cup dry bread crumbs • carrots, grated • ½ onion, finely diced • ½ cup chopped parsley

METHOD

1 Place mince, egg, bread crumbs, carrots,

onion, parsley and tomato sauce into a bowl and mix together until combined, using clean hands.

2 Use your hands to shape the beef mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball.

3 Place on a tray and refrigerate until ready to cook.

• 1 tbsp tomato sauce/ paste/puree

4 In a large pot add the water, stock cube,

• 1 litre water

5 Bring to the boil then reduce heat and

• stock cube • ½ red onion, diced • tomato, diced • cups salad leaves • ¼ cup grated cheese • wholemeal buns 16

It was positioned and refurbished and is accessed through our purpose-built Museum.

red onion and tomato.

simmer for five minutes.

6 Gently add the meatballs and cook over

a low heat until they are cooked thoroughly.

7 Divide the salad greens between serving

bowls and ladle the meatballs and soup over the leaves and sprinkle with grated cheese.

8 Serve with a wholemeal bread bun.

Answers on page 27

1. Sir Edmund Hillary climbed Mount Everest in which year?

6. The biggest selling music single of all time is?

2. Havana is the capital of what country?

7. Which country invented ice cream?

3. Who named the Pacific Ocean?

4. What is the name of the biggest technology company in South Korea?

5. Which animal can be seen on the Porsche logo?

11. What awards has an EGOT winner won?

12. Which country consumes the most chocolate per capita?

8. In 1919, which New Zealander was the first person in the world to split the atom?

9. Who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize (in 1903)?

10. Which New Zealand actor, born in 1947, starred along side Sean Connery in The Hunt For Red October?

13. How long is an Olympic swimming pool (in meters)?

14. What geometric shape is generally used for stop signs?

15. What are the only land mammals native to New Zealand – all the others were introduced by Maoris and Europeans?

Why Choose Rotorua Duck Tours?

The Rotorua Lakes district has one of the most distinctive natural landscapes in the country with the 18 sparkling crater lakes being considered a treasured asset or Taonga to New Zealand and the Te Arawa People. Lush natural landscapes, stunning lakes and unique hot pools make the area a must visit.

Many people who visit Rotorua don’t get to see the lakes district due to lack of transportation or simply just not knowing where to go. At Rotorua Duck Tours we will guide you on a spectacular journey through natural landscapes, travelling on land and lake in New Zealand’s only genuine WW2 amphibious landing crafts. The combination of our Ducks and the scenery make this one of the most unique Rotorua sightseeing tours.

Our guides are an attraction themselves and deliver a commentary that is both informative and entertaining. All ages and backgrounds find value in our commentary.

Our drivers have proven time and time again that they are our most valuable asset, delivering interesting facts as well as historical stories and they do it all in a way that has people of all ages laughing along the way.

For an unbiased opinion check out our reviews on TripAdvisor.

explore rotorua on NZ's only genuine wwII landing crafts!

Travel in volcanic craters of Rotorua Informative and entertaining commentary Incredible lake and mountain scenery 90 and 120 min tours available Perfect for groups, All Weather phone 07 345 6522

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Palliative Care Symposium Waipuna Hospice is pleased to announce that Dr Ashley Bloomfield, Director-General of Health, will be presenting at their upcoming ‘Palliative Care in our Compassionate Community’ Symposium.

Walk in the footsteps of the Queen with a visit to Te Puia, home of the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute and Pōhutu Geyser in Rotorua.

In 1927 the Duke of York and his wife, followed by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, made a visit to Te Whakarewarewa to see the world famous Pōhutu Geyser in all of her magnificent glory.

They waited patiently for half an hour to see Pōhutu erupt with newspapers at the time describing the experience as a "truly brilliant" one.

Pōhutu is the largest, active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere and remains an iconic drawcard for visitors from around the country and the world to Te Puia.

The symposium aims to create a more compassionate community to support people at the end of their lives by bringing together industry leaders, sharing their knowledge and experience on palliative care in today’s landscape.

Pōhutu sits beside two other active geysers, with the one in the centre of the trio being called the Prince of Wales feathers. As it erupts, the water pouring from the mouth of the geyser resembles the royal feathers.

Dr Ashely Bloomfield, has been a familiar face in New Zealand media since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; delivering daily updates and announcements, and helping lead New Zealand through unprecedented times. On the 17th of May, Dr Bloomfield will be virtually presenting at the Waipuna Hospice Symposium, discussing how New Zealand crushed the curve with kindness in 2020, and exploring the lessons he hopes we take into 2021 and beyond.

The rich history of royal visits continued in 1995 when Queen Elizabeth II visited the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and the national school of wood carving.

The Queen adorned a stunning korowai or kiwi feather cape as she met with students and staff from the institute, inspecting their craftmanship and learning more about their passion for preserving and protecting our traditional Māori Art Forms.

When planning their Symposium, Waipuna Hospice made it a priority to create a programme which left attendees with a better understanding of how palliative care fits into the community, and the role they play. To achieve this, discussions on the day are set to range from caring for Māori kaumātua at end of life, and learning from the past to shape the future, to paediatric palliative care and how end of life care fits into a compassionate community.

Health professionals, carers, and interested people from the community are invited to purchase tickets, however, tickets are already selling fast and the event is expected to sell out.

The Palliative Care in our Compassionate Community Symposium will be held on 17th May, at Waipuna Hospice, 43 Te Puna Station Road, from 8am-3pm.

Tickets are available at https://www. waipunahospice.org.nz/symposium-2021/

25% off Retail Price Seating on our ‘waka’ shuttle to the geyser for SuperGold cardholders Half price espresso coffee or tea with any food purchase over $15 pp for SuperGold cardholders Experience the birthplace of tourism in New Zealand, through storytelling and insights into our indigenous arts and crafts, Kiwi Conservation Centre and more. Our ‘waka’ will shuttle you to view Pohutu geyser, then relax overlooking the geothermal valley from our beautiful restaurant, P taka Kai.

Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm Geyser by Night Wednesday to Sunday from 7pm to 9pm

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0800 837 842 | www.tepuia.com

Challenging Times at Council These past few weeks have been challenging at Council as Elected Members and staff came to terms with the death of our dear colleague and friend, Margaret Forsyth, at the same time as considering community views on our 10-Year Plan.

While many New Zealanders know Margaret from her netball prowess, she became ill while serving her third term as a City Councillor. She first served from 2010-2016 under Mayor Julie Hardaker and after a three-year break, she successfully stood again in 2019.

When the Council term began in October 2019, Margaret was welcomed back to the team. She was appointed Chair of the Council’s newly-formed Environment Committee and her love of the natural world made her a perfect fit for the role. She was passionate and determined to see our city do better when it came to looking after our environment.

In her time as a city representative, Margaret achieved a great deal. Fittingly, much of her Council work has come to fruition in the last few months with Council making decisions on issues Margaret had strongly advocated for, for months and sometimes years.

Just over a year ago, Council adopted its first ever Climate Change Action Plan. At the time, Margaret said it was “both a leadership opportunity and a collaborative opportunity” for Council. The city is now working on partnerships with business, organisations and community groups to tackle an issue which concerns so many people in our city.

Last year Council adopted a Nature in the City Strategy, also approved and driven by Margaret’s Committee. The Strategy will help Council make decisions about our future environmental investments and set a goal of increasing the city’s existing two per cent native vegetation cover, to 10 per cent by 2050.

The same strategy was in the spotlight again just last week when Council agreed to make its biggest ever investment in our city’s gullies. This investment will support important work already being undertaken by volunteer groups to protect and enhance our green space. Margaret would have been pleased by this decision, as am I. This means a healthier, greener city for future generations.

There are other developments around our city that were achieved with Margaret’s input. She was a very strong advocate for safe cycle trails, including the Western Rail Trail. But her influence was wider than that. Just two weeks ago, our Council signed off the city’s 30-year cycling and walking strategy for our city. Margaret had always advocated for a long-term plan for cycling and walking, long before it was fashionable and she was strongly supported by her colleagues this term.

We all knew Margaret as an outstandingly netballer, a true world champion. She also worked hard for her community. She was successful at securing private funds for our city, working alongside others to help find money for wonderful facilities like Destination Playgrounds and the Hamilton Gardens. In July last year, she was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) for services to netball and the community.

The Basis of a Healthy Diet The Guidelines will give you the basis of a healthy diet.

Use them to build your own food plan, factoring in specific nutritional requirements based on your age and gender.

These basic tips, will get you started: • Eat a wide variety of foods from the five food groups: - plenty of colourful vegetables, legumes/beans - fruit

• Replace high fat foods containing mostly saturated fat with foods containing mostly polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. Swap butter, cream, cooking margarine, coconut and palm oil with unsaturated fats from oils, spreads, nut butters and pastes, and avocado.

- grain (cereal) foods – mostly wholegrain and high fibre varieties

• Limit foods and drinks containing added salt, and don’t add salt to foods in cooking or at the table.

- lean meats and poultry, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds

• Limit foods and drinks containing added sugars, such as confectionery, sugar-sweetened soft drinks and cordials, fruit drinks, vitamin waters, energy and sports drinks.

- milk, yoghurt, cheese or their alternatives, mostly reduced fat (reduced fat milks are not suitable for children under the age of two years) - drink plenty of water.

• Limit foods high in saturated fat, such as biscuits, cakes, pastries, pies, processed meats, commercial burgers, pizza, fried foods, potato chips, crisps and other savoury snacks.

• Limit alcohol. Drink no more than two standard drinks on any day to reduce your risk of harm from alcohol-related disease or injury over your lifetime, and drink no more than four standard drinks on any occasion. For women who are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant, or breastfeeding, not drinking alcohol is the safest option.

Together with following the healthy eating guidelines, aim for at least 30 mins of moderate intensity physical activity, such as walking, every day.

You can access the Australian Dietary Guidelines at eatforhelath.gov.au

The 10-Year Plan, signed off by Council last week, has significantly improved the focus on community outcomes like improved swim space and community spaces to meet and play. But our biggest focus has been on looking after our core infrastructure, particularly water assets and transport.

My Council colleagues and I were shocked and deeply saddened by Margaret’s death. She was a stoic and principled Councillor. She gave much of herself to our city, and to New Zealand.

Margaret’s passing leaves an enormous hole in our city and her influence on Hamilton will not be forgotten.

Paula Southgate - Mayor of Hamilton

NZ Households Could Save $388 on Average by Switching Energy Plans With power prices expected to rise this winter, now is the time to check you’re on the right plan for your household, using the energy-comparison site Powerswitch.

Powerswitch by Consumer NZ provides New Zealanders with a free and independent electricity and gas price-comparison service to help them find the most affordable deal.

Consumer NZ research found power costs were a big worry for one in three Kiwis. Seventeen percent reported having trouble paying their power bills.

According to Consumer NZ chief executive Jon Duffy it is very likely that prices will rise over winter, which is why it’s important to ensure New Zealanders are on the best deal for their household.

We’ve already seen a jump in pricing with some energy companies in March.

Consumers can switch in less than five minutes and save hundreds.

The average household can save $388 a year if they are on the right plan. New Zealand has low switching rates when it comes to energy. Annually, only 20% of households switch.

The majority of those are people moving homes, with only 6% of households switching for a more competitive rate. Powerswitch helps households compare energy plans and indicates the savings you could make by switching.

Switching plans is really easy and it only took a matter of minutes.

“As the energy market continues to fluctuate, it pays to shop around, which is why we encourage households to regularly check if the plan they’re on remains the best deal for them,” Duffy said.

Consumer NZ receives funding from the Electricity Authority to provide New Zealand consumers with a free and independent electricity and gas price comparison service. Additional funding has been received from electricity and gas retailers, and the Gas Industry Company.

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DID YOU KNOW? The hashtag symbol (#) is technically called an octothorpe.

The 100 folds in a chef’s hat (a toque) represent 100 ways to cook an egg.

Apple Pie isn’t actually American at all. The first recorded recipe for apple pie was actually written in England.

The unicorn is the national animal of Scotland.

M&M stands for Mars & Murrie.

Four times more people speak English as a second language than as a native one.

The speed of a computer mouse is measured in “Mickeys.”

Not every Model T was black.

Up until 1914 the car came in gray, green, blue, and red.

About 700 grapes go into one bottle of wine.

Fear of the number 13 is called triskaidekaphobia.

Humbly Yours

By Chris Packer

There’s nothing like the warm glow of copper and brass to replicate the beautiful colours of autumn in your home.

I love to polish the pieces in the shop and watch their shine and colour reappear.

Many periods of design have been enhanced with collections of brass and copper.

Brass ornamentation was also a renowned and favourite craftwork in India and last century exquisite pieces were shipped to Europe where there was a fascination for exotic Eastern art to be incorporated into Western interior design.

Do you like ’em soft and chewy? Or is thin and crispy more your thing?

What about dark and crunchy? It’s the great Anzac biscuit debate that re-emerges every April of each year.

Anzac Biscuits

The traditional Anzac biscuit was the harder, crunchy version. Over time, the original recipe was modified with variations being cooked for less time (making them chewier) or adding more sugar (so they’re super crispy).

No matter your preference, we’ve discovered the science behind the perfect Anzac biscuit and all you need is one recipe (and three simple variations). Take a look below and solve all those Anzac bikkie arguments in one recipe.

INGREDIENTS • • • •

150g (1 cup) plain flour 90g (1 cup) rolled oats 85g (1 cup) desiccated coconut 100g (½ cup, firmly packed) brown sugar • 55g (¼ cup) caster sugar

• • • •

125g butter 2 tablespoons golden syrup 2 tablespoons water ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

METHOD 2. Combine flour, oats, coconut and combined sugar in a large bowl.

3. Stir the butter, golden syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth.

Stir in the bicarbonate of soda. Add to the oat mixture and stir until well combined.

4. Roll level tablespoonfuls of the oat mixture into balls and place, about 5cm apart, on the prepared trays. Flatten until about 1cm thick. Bake, swapping trays halfway through cooking, for 15 minutes or until light golden. Set aside for 10 minutes to cool slightly before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Want soft and chewy?

Omit the brown sugar and increase the caster sugar to 155g (¾ cup).

Cooking time stays the same.

How about dark and crunchy?

Omit caster sugar and increase the brown sugar to 155g (¾ cup, firmly packed). Bake for 18 minutes.

Thin and crispy more your thing?

Omit the caster sugar and increase the brown sugar to 200g (1 cup).

Reduce the flour to 115g (¾ cup). Cooking time stays the same.

The medieval art, originating in Florence, of painting onto copper sheets has special appeal. Because of the smooth surface and non-absorbent surface the colours appear bright and intense and delicate detail can be executed by the artist. Humble came across its first miniature copper painting recently.

There is another side to brass that maybe you didn’t know. Many old houses and villas had brass door knobs and light switch surrounds.

Evidently brass surfaces reject bacteria.

Fascinating.

Humble Gifts & Collectibles (the little shop in the corner of Cafe Fresca garden), 78 Alison Street, Hamilton Lake. Phone 0210 2334 7606.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.

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One Anzac biscuit recipe, three different ways to cook it, so everyone gets it just as they like.

1. Preheat oven to 160°C. Line 2 baking trays with non-stick baking paper.

Victorian kitchens glowed with copper saucepans, pans, jugs, buckets and utensils hung ready for use from wooden racks.

The Dutch art nouveau artists (KMD Daalerrop being one renowned workshop) often used simple raised designs to circle a small vase. Tall, slender brass urns and vases featured engraved floral designs specific to this era. These pieces, sold as a pair, sat either end of the mantelpiece and along with brass candlesticks reflected the glow of the open fire.

Prime Recipe

ANZAC SHOW – Keep The Home Fires Burning Sue Morrison – Director

Jayne Dujic (Cast member – Leslie John)

Keep The Home Fires Burning. A 2 Act Musical Comedy, written by Sharon Butterworth of Matamata.

Being part of the cast for RMT’s “Keep The Home fires Burning”.

What a lot of mixed emotions we’ve had through this show. A wonderfully mix if experienced and new cast members. We started pre Covid and had to stop in April 2020 after just setting Act 1. The cast were devastated, but what could we do, we had no idea then what was to come. So fast forward one year and we came together again, missing one or two cast as they had moved. It was like riding a bike. We picked up where we left off.

The show is in the style of a dad’s army, mixed with a day in the RSA. Good fun songs and comedy from WW1 and WW2 era, with a respectful Anzac scene for our soldiers and nurses. The audience are encouraged to join in, including a quiz and raffle during the show.

Lots of fun was had, the elders enjoyed it and the young people enjoyed learning. Many friendships were formed and that to me is Community Theatre at its best.

IT’S TIME TO SWITCH TO

As most people know the production was a victim of COVID 19 in 2020. The cast were disbanded, and I felt a sense of real loss at that time. I remember very clearly our last rehearsal before going into lockdown when we ran the show one last time just for us. Then we said our goodbyes, turned off the lights and went home to a very uncertain future.

When we were revived in 2021 there was a collective passion driving the cast to pour every drop of energy, we could into commemorating our ANZACs proudly. We had been given a second chance to celebrate their spirit through song, humour, dance, and remembrance and we were up for the challenge!

Reflecting on the fact that here in NZ, unlike most of the world, we could be on a stage and in a theatre together I made every moment and every performance count. How lucky we are!

I feel proud and fortunate to have been involved in a production that had such heart and soul and truly represented the beautiful, diverse, and talented community that is Rotorua. I hope we did our ANZACs proud, Bless them all!

REMEMBER TO TAG ON AND TAG OFF

In July 2021 you’ll need to have your SuperGold Card concession loaded onto your Bee Card to continue to receive FREE travel during off-peak hours. To add your SuperGold to your Bee Card, visit beecard.co.nz.

You can also visit us at the Hamilton Transport Centre counter during opening hours (Monday – Friday, 8am – 4:30pm).

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Te Tai Tokerau Tarai Waka Inc.

HEKENUKUMAI TRUST

Get a good view of the Waka Hourua Flotilla as they enter into the Tauranga Harbour! – the best areas for viewing will be from Mauao, Moturiki, Waikorire (Pilot Bay), Mount Main Beach, Tay Street Beach, Omanu Beach or the Tauranga Bridge Marina. Times will vary at each spot.

School kids will have the chance to explore the waka and learn about Pacific voyaging. There will be activities for all ages.

Morning & Afternoon sessions available – schools must book a time and register in advance. The event is still open to the public on these days

Wednesday, 19 May 2021 Due to arrive at the entrance at 11am

Thurs 20 & Fri 21, May 2021 9.30am - 2.00pm Tauranga Bridge Marina

schools must book per session in advance limited capacity per session *age limit for water sports is 11+

CHECK OUT our collection and display of library resources based on the theme Waka. DOWNLOAD our booklist on waka. GO TO Pae Korokī our digital archives online to view historical images, narratives and recordings on waka. Keywords: Waka, ancestral seafarers, double-hulled canoe, ocean voyaging, navigation at sea, stars, waka building. FOLLOW us on Facebook or VISIT one of our libraries and celebrate all things waka.

14 - 24 May 2021 Tauranga City Library www.library.tauranga.govt.nz

Come down and enjoy an afternoon exploring the waka, learn about the stars, navigation and Pacific voyaging with the stardome and star compass, and more!

Bring along your family and friends to enjoy a day exploring the waka, go on a short waka taurua sailing experience, learn about celestial navigation and Pacific voyaging with the star dome and star compass, or listen to our waka crews stories on sailing the open seas! Theres activities for all ages - including food stalls and entertainment all day long. Nau mai, haere mai!

Thurs 20 & Fri 21, May 2021 2.30pm - 3.30pm Tauranga Bridge Marina

Saturday, 22 May 2021 9.30am - 3.00pm Tauranga Bridge Marina SUPPORTED BY:

TE PUNA I RANGIRIRI TRUST

FOR EVENT INFORMATION Awhina Ngātuere awhina.august@maoriworks.com 021 143 7040 TĀKITIMU WAKA

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Jack Thatcher jacko@tekurawaka.com

Faumuina Felolini Maria Tafuna'i (Communications) flyinggeesepro@gmail.com 022 689 0321

Te Hau Kōmaru National Waka Hourua Festival is a celebration of all things waka hourua. It aims to raise awareness about waka hourua and everything connected to the practice and traditions. The Festival will be a four day long event, uplifting the knowledge and practices around waka.

www.tehaukomaru.org

Inaugural National Waka Hourua Festival Te Hau Kōmaru National Waka Hourua Festival runs from May 19-23 with school and public interactive events on the 20-21 May held at the Tauranga Bridge Marina, 101 Te Awanui Drive, Harbour Bridge Marina. There will also be an open public day on May 22. There will be book launches and the debut of a waiata and video from IA Maori Music, and Tauranga Library events.

Te Hau Kōmaru current board is an interim board of Waka Hourua experts charged with forming a national waka hourua strategy, establishing a national entity, and organising supporting events.

The board was formed in response to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s commitment to support the continued development of waka kaupapa and voyaging throughout Aotearoa.

Te Haerenga Te Hau Kōmaru started in Kawhia with Hinemoana waka, under the direction of Te Toki Voyaging Trust, sailing to Waitohi-Picton to support the Long Distance Waka AmaNationals and organisers Ngā Kaihoe o Aotearoa and Te Waka o Aoraki. Hinemoana then sailed to Mohua Golden Bay and onto Porirua where they are being hosted by Ngāti Toa Rangatira at Hongoeka Marae.

Hinemoana and her crew will then sail on May 5 to Ahuriri-Napier, and then onto Turanganui a Kiwa-Gisborne, where she will be joined by Tai Rawhiti Waka to sail to Mōtītī Island where they will be met by Haunui Waka (from Tamaki Makaurau-Auckland) and Ngahiraka Mai Tawhiti Waka (from Tauranga). The fleet will then sail to Tauranga Moana, where they will be welcomed by the Waka Taua Tākitimu and local waka tangata.

COVID-19: The Vaccine Roll-Out for the Elderly and the Vulnerable The New Zealand government has secured enough Pfizer vaccine for everyone in New Zealand aged 16 and over to get the two doses they need against COVID-19.

The first priority is to protect those most at risk of catching COVID-19 in their workplace. This will reduce the risk of future outbreaks and lockdowns. Currently, the vaccination efforts are focused on priority populations who are at higher risk if they catch COVID-19. These include people aged 65 or older, disabled people and persons suffering from a relevant underlying health condition.

For more information you can visit your local DHB websites for further information.

• Bay of Plenty, Rotorua & Lakes Districts – vaccinations.bopdhb.health.nz • Waikato – waikatodhb.health.nz

The remainder of the general population – approximately 2 million people will start getting their injections from July.

Tauranga Moana Blazing into Cultural Tourism Tauranga Moana entered the cultural tourism scene in late April with the launch of Te Whānau Tāpoi Māori ō Tauranga Moana – an incorporated society currently representing 14 Māori tourism operators who will collectively promote stories of the region.

The official ceremony, held at Waikorire (Pilot Bay) at the base of Mauao, marked the start of the society’s intentions to establish a cultural tourism footprint in Tauranga.

Dignitaries such as Hon Peeni Henare, Associate Minister of Tourism, Tauranga kaumātua and Tourism Bay of Plenty chief executive Kristin Dunne spoke to the society’s importance at the launch.

Spokesperson Reon Tuanau (Ngāi Te Rangi and Ngāti Ranginui) says, “We’ve got experiences for anyone looking to learn more about Tauranga – via e-bike tour, stand-up paddleboard, healing retreat, Harley Davidson motorcycle and more!”

Left to right: TBOP acting chief executive Oscar Nathan, Associate Minister of Tourism Hon. Peeni Henare, Tauranga City Council Commissioner Shadrach Rolleston, TBOP Chief Executive Kristin Dunne, TBOP Kaihaut – M ori Economy Simon Phillips, TBOP chairperson Laurissa Cooney, TBOP Marketing Research Analyst Stacey Linton, TBOP Destination Marketing Manager Loretta Crawford, Launch emcee Josh Te Kani

Hon Peeni Henare, Associate Minister of Tourism (Ngāti Hine and Ngāpuhi), says he supports the society’s intentions to promote a cultural tourism offering in Tauranga.

“The kaupapa of Te Whānau Tāpoi Māori ō Tauranga Moana is exactly what Aotearoa and Tauranga needs to authentically welcome manuhiri mai tāwāhi (international visitors) back to our shores in the post-COVID-19 environment,” says the Minister.

Tourism Bay of Plenty chief executive Kristin Dunne says the organisation decided to focus on cultural tourism development through a specific resource hired in October 2018 to build relationships with iwi and hapū.

“Tauranga Moana has all the makings for an authentic, intimate cultural tourism offering.

We are proudly assisting iwi/hapū members to tell their stories on their terms,” says Dunne.

“We’ve got the coast, the islands, Mauao, incredible legends of bravery shown in the Māori Land Wars, and a strong tangata whenua presence. Following thorough consultation, the collective has the blessing of kaumātua to share our stories with manuhiri,” says Tuanau.

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COVid Recovery Imperial-Style So how does a Regiment recover from the experience of CoVid? Well, not too surprisingly, fairly much like everyone else, just with a Modern Victorian flavour, one might almost suggest flair, but that would be too much.

The loss of momentum that had been built up over years of Creative Mayhem and Plot Development (aka planning and preparation, but that sounds a little pedestrian – Modern Victorians remember) was frustrating, and somewhat disheartening, but compared to the effect on so many others, very much a minor inconvenience that we have coped with as you might expect: by Keeping Calm, and Carrying On. So the first thing was to keep the ball rolling as much as possible, which meant holding Virtual Messes (social gatherings online), and encouraging everyone to dress for the occasion as they usually would, which most did, achieving a new level of chic that merged Modern Victorianism with a WWII Bomber Pilot look.

Bizarre, but effective, and after eight of those over the course of 2020, we were ready to plunge back in to the real thing with renewed vigour. Interesting to see how much of the lift achived by social functions involves being present in the same space, with people you can touch. Not that one would, just that one could.

Battles followed, with Armistice in Cambridge being the first opportunity to do what we are here for, to wit, er, BATTLES! Seven over the course of the two-day event, wherein we inculcate children of all ages (toddlers to over 50’s) with the basics of Pacifist warfare and give them an opportunity to strut their stuff : and some of them are VERY good indeed!

This aspect of teaching living history (amazing what people learn when they are having fun) has become an important part of what we do, and rather more enjoyable than might at first appear the case.

Then in March we were part of the Medieval Faire at Hamilton Gardens, training another small horde in the art of Hobby-Horse Jousting over the course of the five-hour event: so things Martial are picking up once again, with Operation Empire being the next such (2223 May here in Hamilton City), marking Her Majesty’s 202nd Birthday (Modern Victorians remember) – and not looking a year over 65!

So now we move into the phase of Colourful Public Appearances once more, which began Gently in January with a Sausage Sizzle – there have been two others to follow, and still more to come.

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Raising funds for the next Imperial Performance Tour to Nelson in October (more BATTLES), and continuing on Saturday 8 May with an excursion to see the Galileo Exhibit, with luncheon at the southern end of Hamilton City, all in best-bib-andtucker. Almost back to a new era of normality, but there is always room to add another event, another occasion, another BATTLE! And we will do so, for this 36th Year Under The Colours, and on into the unknown territory that is the Future.

Enjoy the month, and good health to you and yours.

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Hakarimata Track Reopens Ahead of Schedule The southern section of the Hakarimata Walkway, one of Waikato’s popular tracks in the Hakarimata Ranges, has reopened to the public in mid- April following major track restoration work over the previous 10 weeks.

The southern section of the track, once classified as a tramping track, is now a walking track. This means it is a less rigorous and physically demanding walk, requiring a low to moderate level of fitness, whereas before it had been deemed as suitable for experienced backcountry walkers with a moderate to high level of fitness.

The Hakarimata Walkway is now much more accessible and steps have been installed along the Waingaro Loop to the same standard as the rest of the walkway, meaning more people can enjoy this beautiful part of the forest.”

The walk boasts spectacular views towards the coast and across the Waikato Basin. Visitors can wander casually among the rimu and miro, or take a brisk walk beneath the cover of matai and rewarewa. Walkers will find peace in the company of aged trees and dappled sunlight, and the various Hakarimata routes offer options between 30-minute short walks and full day-long walks for the more adventurous.

The Hakarimata Walkway is 12km one-way and crosses the ridge of the Hakarimata Range.

Winter Energy Payment Starting in May The government’s winter energy payment for beneficiaries and pensioners is an extra payment to help with the cost of heating your home over the winter months. You don’t need to apply – if you’re eligible, you’ll get the Winter Energy Payment automatically along with your other regular payments from Work and Income.

Minister for Social Development and Employment Carmel Sepuloni made the announcement in early May and the payment will continue till the end of September. In her statement she asserted that having a warm home is a key part of preventing illness and supporting peoples’ wellbeing through the winter season. Many families struggle with the increased power costs through these months and the Winter Energy Payment will be a welcome relief for them.

Some ways to reduce your power bill:

Single people will get $20.46 extra a week and couples will receive $31.82.

6. Turn of the lights. If you need a nightlight switch to energy saver or LED

For many this will not be enough to cover the cost of heating a home. For many pensioners with no other income other than their superannuation – and do not have wood burners, but instead rely on heat pumps, this will cause a serious problem.

7. Find a cheaper power company. There are several comparison tools available, some are listed on the Money talks website: https://www.moneytalks. co.nz/

1. Have Short showers 2. Cooking for more than one day at a time 3. Switch off all appliances at the wall that you don’t use often 4. Wrap your hot water cylinder 5. Use the hot tap as little as possible

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June

IN YOUR GARDEN

Sow seeds of Spinach, Peas, Silverbeet, Onions, Lettuce, and in warmer climates; Broad Beans.

New season’s fruit trees and Roses start to arrive in store this month so it’s a great time to prepare the garden and head into Palmers to see the new seasons range.

Edible Garden

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Plant seedlings of Cabbage, Cauliflower, Broccoli, winter Lettuce, Spinach and Silverbeet.

Plant new fruit trees; Citrus, Apples, Pears, Plums, Peaches and Nectarines.

Spray deciduous fruit trees with Free Flo Copper protect from pests and diseases.

Garlic and Shallot bulbs are in store now and can be planted until late July.

Now is the time to plant Strawberries - getting them in early will not only give you more fruit but you will get fruit earlier too. Add a clean layer of pea straw mulch around the plants to deter pests and to keep the berries up off the dirt.

Allow for 5 plants per person to ensure there is enough delicious fruit for everyone at harvest time.

Flower

To ensure beautiful blooms come spring protect by spraying with Free Flo Copper, or the easy to use Yates Rose Gun. These sprays guard against scale, mites, aphids, and fungus diseases.

For cheerful winter colour, plant seedlings of Alyssum, Forget-Me-Not, Pansies, Viola, Polyanthus, Primula, Poppy, Sweetpea, Cyclamen, Hollyhock, Lobelia, Sweet William, Anemone, Candytuft and Bellis Daisy.

Sow seeds of Lobelia, Calendula, Sweet William, Dianthus, Alyssum and Sweetpeas. In warmer areas sow Delphinium, Larkspur, Nemesia, Carnation, Canterbury Bells, Stock and Gypsophila.

Maintain

Ensure young trees and fragile plants are firmly staked and tied.

Now is the perfect time to prune trees that have finished fruiting. Cut stems back to a healthy growing bud and seal the cuts on larger stems with Pruning Paste to protect against disease.

Asparagus crowns are in store now. Plant in free draining soil.

It's a great time to plant Daphne, Camellias and Rhododendrons to add welcome colour to the garden in winter and early spring.

Keep your secateurs and loppers clean with white spirits, this will prevent the transfer of any diseases. Keep cutting tools sharp for neater cuts and to prevent any diseases growing.

All our plants are of the highest quality, but if something fails to grow in your garden, we’ll simply replace it for you – that’s our Palmers Promise.

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New season's Roses are in store now.

Get your favourite classic varieties or choose from a range of new and exciting releases.

Prune out any thin and spindly growth on your Hydrangeas.

Cut back strong shoots to 2-3 buds from the base.

The French Film Festival is back after its 2020 cancellation and is set to be bigger, bolder and more chic than ever! The full 2021 programme consists of 21 hand-picked gems selected to showcase the delight and diversity of French cinema to Kiwi audiences.

Festival Director, Fergus Grady and the French Film Fest Aotearoa staff have been working closely with the French Embassy to bring great films to the French community in New Zealand as well as Francophile Kiwis.

“We’re incredibly proud of our 2021 programme and can’t wait to share these fantastically French stories with New Zealand cinemagoers.

From new releases, to 4k restorations of old classics, this year’s films showcase the best of the best of cinéma français,” says Fergus.

The programme features, Antoinette in the Cévennes, on opening night film for which lead actress Laure Calamy was named Best Actress at the 2021 César Awards, and The Man in the Hat, an almost entirely dialogue-free film that tributes French comedy master Jacques Tati.

WIN A TRIP TO NEW CALEDONIA! The FrenchFilm Festival Aotearoa also offers a competition that you can enter by visiting their website french.co.nz/french-film-festival

Locations and dates for the 2021 French Film Festival Aotearoa: • Auckland (Rialto Newmarket, Lido Epsom, Bridgeway): 9-23 June • Hamilton (Lido Hamilton): 24 June - 14 July • Tauranga (Rialto Tauranga): 10-23 June

Services Between Auckland and Adelaide Take Off Flight NZ191 departed Auckland in early May bound for Adelaide. The airline last flew the route March 2020 before COVID-19 restrictions closed the popular route.

Renowned for its world-famous wine regions right on the city’s doorstep, Adelaide is the latest Australian city to open up to quarantine-free travel under the trans-Tasman bubble. The three times weekly AucklandAdelaide service will give customers yet more choice when it comes to travel across the Tasman.

Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer Leanne Geraghty said there’s no denying COVID-19 has made the world feel small at times and many people have itchy feet to get back out there and experience the excitement of international travel.

“Our people, particularly those working on our front-line, continue to talk about the buzz generated by the return of our services connecting New Zealand to Australia.

“Whether sampling a glass of Adelaide Hills’ world-famous wines, strolling the small South Australian town of Hahndorf or taking in the beauty of New Zealand’s South Island in winter, there’s something for everyone no matter the direction of travel.”

The addition of direct flights between Auckland and Adelaide means the airline now operates Tasman bubble flights to seven Australian cities, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, the Gold Coast and Hobart. Services to Cairns and the Sunshine Coast are currently scheduled to operate by late June.

Crossword Answers Answers 1. 1953

8. Ernest Rutherford

2. Cuba

9. Marie Curie

3. Ferdinand Magellan

10. Sam Neill

4. Samsung

11. An Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and a Tony

5. Horse

12. Switzerland

6. Candle in the Wind (1997)

13. 50 metres

7. China

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