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The farm is owned by the Te Awahohonu Forest Trust, which has Tarawera Station on the Napier-Taupo Road that Gwavas complements. Gwavas Station is a 1,178 hectare (989-effective) property on which is wintered 12,000 stock units split 50/50 between cattle and sheep. Three full-time staff run the property with input from two advisers. Bob Cottrell, Te Awahohonu Forest Trust’s chairman, says the turnout of people at the field day as exceptional. “The field day at Gwavas Station was an excellent event, which highlighted the thought and work that had gone into developing the property,” says chairman of the Bob Cottrell, Te Awahohonu Forest Trust’s chairman Ahuwhenua Trust management since purchase. “The station has a committee Kingi Smiler. “It was a good example of the strategic farming history dating back to the midplanning that had been undertaken by its 1800s and originally covered 33,000 owners the Te Awahohonu Forest Trust. acres of land in the area. “Gwavas Station is farmed as an They bought Gwavas as a finishing block to complement their other property, intensive dry land finishing property Tarawera, which is largely a breeding that complements the Tarawera Station operation. It shows that Maori are breeding operation. Between 14,000 creating new farming enterprises that and 16,000 lambs and approximately will help build resilience and mitigate 800 cattle are finished annually risk to deal with volatile climatic and depending on the season. “The objective for the trust is to finish market conditions. “It is good to see large numbers of all stock bred off Tarawera Station and people turning up to the field days, which maximise returns through optimising are an integral part of the Ahuwhenua slaughter weights and specifications competition. They are a chance for Maori alongside a profile of a broader out of to show the quality and professionalism season stock supply. The stock strategy of their farming operations. We are not currently has an element of breeding just talking about good Maori farms; we involved while the property continues are talking about farms, which stand to transition through development, alongside some of the best farms to improve soil fertility and pastures. in Aotearoa.” Optimising the potential of the farm Te Awahohonu Forest Trust was economically while remaining kaitiaki of formed in 1971 and is constituted all its resources and true to its values by the Maori Land Court as an Ahu are key objectives of the trust. Each Whenua Trust. Gwavas Station was generation of trustees is expected to purchased by the trust at auction in manage and pass on the assets of the February 2011 and has undergone a trust in better condition than when they significant development programme were received. “
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April 2019
Napier students excel
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by Ann van Engelen
Napier Boys’ High School students Finn Beamish and Matthew Halford, have been named the East Coast FMG Junior Young Farmers of the Year. The pair won the hotlycontested regional final in Dannevirke for the second year in a row and said they are excited to compete at the grand final again. Some 72 high school students from across the East Coast worked in pairs to tackle a range of challenges at Pukemiro Station. The modules tested the students’ practical and theoretical skills and included a quiz hosted by Te Radar. “We are stoked, my favourite module was getting to drive the New Holland tractor fitted with auto-steer technology,” says Finn. Finn is from a sheep and beef farm in Ongaonga and is a boarder at Napier Boys’ High School and hopes to secure a coveted two-year cadetship at Smedley Station next year. “I am looking forward to attending the open day in early June. It would be an amazing opportunity if I got accepted there.” Schoolmates Guy von Dadelszen and Macabe King took out second place. The pair also competed in last year’s national final in Invercargill. Both teams will represent the East Coast in the FMG Junior Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final in Hawke’s Bay. Isabel Greville and Kaylee Hutchinson from Woodford House placed third. “Hopefully competing at home will give us an advantage. We are really looking forward to it,” said Macabe.
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A FUTURE WITH BEEF BY ANN VAN ENGELEN
JESSICA GUY GREW UP ON HER FAMILY SHEEP AND BEEF FARMS AND WORKING WITH CATTLE FROM A YOUNG AGE HAS LED HER TO AN INTEREST IN FUTURE BEEF NEW ZEALAND.
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JESSICA IS INVOLVED IN CATTLE SHOWING AND JUDGING AND HELPS ON THE FAMILY FARM WHEN SHE IS NOT STUDYING AT LINCOLN UNIVERSITY to gain a better understanding of how they work.” At present Jessica is studying agri commerce at Lincoln University. “I am studying a BCom Ag because it is a broad degree and will allow me to pursue many options. During the holidays I help run the home farm, and I assist my dad at his job with cows and beef. I also help my grandpa with his bulls and sheep. “I also hunt deer with my family. We do this to get meat for the freezer and
relax with no phones or anything. I have my own gun and got my gun licence when I was 16 years old. I believe it is important to keep busy with the interests and am a strong believer that nothing gets handed to you. You need to put yourself out there to get to wherever you want to go. “Throwing myself into all these little competitions and shows has helped me to get established. My brother Ashton is also involved in stock shows and gives me a run for my money.
“Ultimately I want other people to experience the opportunities available. You can come from not knowing anything to becoming a great shower and stock judge. “I will always be working in the farming industry; it is so cool and more girls are getting involved now. At Lincoln, there is a lot of like-minded people who are all heading toward rural careers. I think farming will remain a strong and positive career for many people in the country.”
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• BY ANN VAN ENGELEN • Anaru Wakefield and Monique Stewart travel the Hawke’s Bay region taking care of clients’ sheep shearing needs as they work together as a family.
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doing and I said ‘yes’, but I didn’t have a clue and was all over the place, so he jumped back on and helped me learn. They used to shear for an hour and stop for a break, so I would practise then and to shear each sheep in five minutes. One day I shore two in five minutes, and that was the beginning of my career in the industry.” One day Anaru had the opportunity to fill in for someone who didn’t turn up to work. “I offered to help and shore a couple of hundred sheep that day. I was really excited, but the next day I was back on the press because I was a bit too young. If you start on the blades too early it isn’t so good for your back, which is still developing, I kept practising and got a full-time stand when I was 19 years old.
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The mobile shearing lifestyle is a move Anaru and Monique made to be able to spend quality time as a family It is hard work when you are learning and to be a good shearer you need to be calm and relaxed with the animals, and they are going to kick because they are live. It is one of those things that if you put enough effort into it, you will get a lot out of it. We can start shearing 200 animals a day, and when you are comfortable, then you increase it to 250 — this is a good achievable number. The highest I have shorn is 460 sheep in an eight hour day. “Different sheep, have different wool, which means a different shear. Ten years ago a lot more sheep were shorn. I have noticed that the sheep are changing and getting bigger and you can’t necessarily shear 400 daily as the animals are getting larger.” Monique and Anaru began mobile shearing as a way
to enjoy family life. “I loved the shed but the days were long, with early starts and late finishes. I needed to prioritise my family because I wasn’t seeing my child Anahera. She has a heart condition and has recently had open heart surgery. Being mobile means some days I drop her to school and shear on some lifestyle blocks and then pick her up. We work where I am needed. Someone may have one sheep or 50 sheep. We also provide toenail trimming, drenching and lice and fly prevention.” Monique is a qualified nurse and helps with paperwork and any other areas she is needed. “On a lifestyle block, you should shear every six months to keep the animals comfortable, healthy and looking nice. My own sheep get treated
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Apiculture supports unity plea Following a meeting with the Minister for Agriculture on the commodity levy results recently Apiculture New Zealand is supporting the minister’s plea for greater unity to address existing challenges around bee welfare and biosecurity, food safety and export regulations. “We advised the minister a ‘no vote’ for the commodity levy means we do not have the investment fund needed, nor the collective focus that is characteristic of other primary industries in identifying, deciding and actioning priorities,” says chair of Apiculture New Zealand, Bruce Wills. “This lack of collective focus makes it particularly challenging to deal with the known issues that face the beekeeping industry, but also to promote the opportunities. “One of the opportunities we raised with the minister is how we grow the value of our key native and pastoral monofloral honey. It has become a priority for beekeepers given the erosion in prices for all honey types other than manuka. The minister was receptive to looking at how industry and government could work together on identifying the value of other native and pastoral monofloral honey particularly in relation to supporting regional and Maori economic development.” The critical building blocks for protecting the term manuka and potentially other native monofloral honey like rewarewa and kamahi through certification trademarks and geographic indicators were already underway and are supported by Apiculture New
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Part one The best thing about what I do is to share with clients health improvements they never thought possible. So here is the real question. How much better can I be? Can I have less pain, more mobility and more energy? There are two parts to any successful nutritional therapy programme. The first is the actual measures we use. That usually centres on making changes to diet, supplements and in some cases referral to other therapies. The second is time. We all want fast results when in pain. The problem is that the changes in our bodies that created the problem often occurred for many years. While some people do get faster results, for most it is perseverance during the medium term that really counts. Over the years I have come to realise that often small changes can make a big difference. Someone could be taking a joint supplement and be getting little benefit. We change the active ingredient quantities, and there are significant improvements. For example, someone contacted me with significant knee pain from
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Exploring Cape Kidnappers on a Fat Bike from Gannet Bikes, at your own pace, is an option many families enjoy when visiting the Hastings area. “This special coastline, along a sandy, gravelly and rocky beach, next to striking cliffs shows the different layers of geology and towards the end of the beach you will discover the amazing gannet colonies,” says company owner Murray Franks. “This is a nature trip with a bit of fun and exercise thrown in and if you have never ridden a Fat Bike before, get ready to smile, they are a lot of fun for everyone and seeing the gannets when they are here and experiencing nature and geology of the area is quite an adventure.” For olive lovers, Telegraph Hill at 1279 Howard Street is an awardwinning producer of New Zealand olives, extra virgin olive oil and gourmet food products. They were the first producer of commercial table olives in New Zealand, and are now the largest producer of New Zealand-grown table olives. From beginnings in a shed on the grove, Telegraph Hill now produce 25 tonnes of table olives and extra virgin olive oil annually at their purpose-built olivery. You can even adopt an olive tree for a
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year and twice a year receive a package of produce from your very own adopted tree. The shop is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday with free sampling and lots of olive trees to admire. Tourists and locals alike also enjoy the many other experiences on offer including The Hawke’s Bay Trails, which stretch across the Heretaunga Plains and weave between the twin cities of Napier and Hastings. Whilst the Hastings iWay Loop links to the trails for further exploration of the outlying district, including Havelock North and Te Awanga. The On Yer Bike Winery Tours offers the opportunity to taste some of Hawke’s Bay’s finest wines and food in the Gimblett Gravels and Bridge Pa Triangle wine growing regions. The terrain is flat and very easy cycling whilst the scenery includes vineyards, olive groves, horse studs, orchards and farmland. The ride is at a leisurely pace with mostly off-road cycling following the wineries bike trail.
It takes a shortcut through a working vineyard where riders can enjoy the ambience and surrounding countryside. The Hastings i-SITE Visitor Centre is in the heart of Hastings, and the staff are on hand to share information on what there is to see, do, eat and where to stay. From self-drive scenic tours, bus travel to other areas, trips to Te Mata Peak, and which are the best restaurants and motels, the i-SITE have it covered. They also have an array of local and New Zealand art and gifts available for sale to remember your trip to the area.
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Exploring Hastings district Hastings is a major agricultural centre, and visitors to the area relish the local food and wine set before them as well as the tourism opportunities. The district is known as the engine room of the regional economy. There is a large variety of open spaces to relax in including restaurants, cafes and bars. The central business area has an impressive display of public artworks placed throughout for all to enjoy. It includes the significant collection of Maori carvings, Nga Pou o Heretaunga that are permanently located in Clive Square. Each of the 18 pou in the collection represents an important Maori ancestor from the Heretaunga district. Many orchards and vineyards surround the urban area, and there are stalls selling produce along the way. Every Sunday morning, the famous Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market turns on a very Kiwi shopping experience with handmade cheeses, fresh produce and artisan meat products available. Located in Maraekakaho Road, Bridge Pa, Hastings Golf Club is ranked amongst the top New Zealand club golf courses. Players will find a round of golf at Bridge Pa a challenging and enjoyable experience, set amidst picturesque and tranquil surroundings. Home of New Zealand’s best amateur golfer Stuart Jones, the club boasts a welcoming
atmosphere to make you feel right at home, from the moment you step on the course. There is also a driving range to get some practice in and top-class Fairways Cafe has freshly prepared gourmet food for all. The wider Hastings region is overflowing with world-class wineries, with the Gimblett Gravels and Bridge Pa wine districts among the best known. Wines can be sampled and purchased at more than 30 cellar doors across Hawke’s Bay, with the majority falling within the Hastings District boundaries and there are many local beaches including the child-friendly Ocean and
Waimarama beaches for the family to enjoy a day in the sand. Hastings TOP 10 Holiday Park provides the ideal place to enjoy this fabulous part of the country. Set on 10 acres of beautiful park-like grounds, in the centre of Hastings facilities include a heated swimming pool in winter, a large children’s playground and a tennis/basketball court. It also features shady tree-lined avenues, ample communal facilities, a huge range of accommodation and all set in amazing landscaped grounds and with its lake making the destination a relaxing, enjoyable holiday setting for everyone to share.
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Your home your castle The Kiwi dream is to build a new home or renovate an existing dwelling, which has years of history back to its former glory. If this is you, and it is a major project, it is best to resist the temptation to manage it yourself, especially if you are not experienced. Although it may sound simple and exciting, managing a construction job is complex with many stages to it and should be left to an experienced project manager, or builder who knows council regulations, contract legalities and procedures. A builder will expect progress payments so before you sign a contract, check expected payment schedules, dispute-resolution processes and disclosure statements. Get your lawyer to double check your contract as this will protect you and the builder you hire from any misunderstandings. If you have trees that need to be removed, an arborist can do this safely and effectively, eliminating any danger you may encounter if you try to do this yourself. When it comes to choosing items such as whiteware, furnishings, landscaping or interior design requirements, your local suppliers and professionals are a good place to start. Whether it be blinds, fireplaces, electrical needs or carpet,
engaging someone from your area often makes things easier if you need anything rectified after or during the build. That helps build rapport, and local businesses often understand what local people need. When installing or relocating fireplaces within a building there are national wood standards and local council rules which apply. There are rules on what can be burned inside a fire such as no burning of treated timber, as this may result in harmful pollutants being released into the air. It includes timber from building sites, fences or decks as this may be treated. The air quality standards are national regulations and your fireplace supplier or installer can guide you through these. More information can be found on the Ministry for the Environment website mfe.govt. nz/woodburners. Hot water cylinders are another item with various options. Ask your plumber for suggestions. Do you want gas, solar, wetback or electric and what size would best suit your circumstances? Getting the correct size and type of product for your needs upfront saves a lot of time and hassle
when it comes to hot water requirements and ensuring you don’t run out during those cold winter months. The same goes for lighting. Talk to your local electrician about their recommendations for internal and external lights, and don’t forget driveway lighting for those night time requirements as well as security options for yourself and your family. Your home is your castle, and it is your prerogative to have things just the way you want. Your local professionals are there to help you achieve your dream.
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Focussed on climate change New survey research shows farmers are focussed on sustainability and the impacts of climate change more than ever. The survey, by Nielsen Research, was commissioned by the Ministry for Primary Industries through the Sustainable Land Management and Climate Change Research programme. “These latest results show that 92 per cent of farmers are focussed on making their farm more environmentally sustainable, up from 78 per cent in the last survey of 2009. That’s really heartening,” says agriculture minister Damien O’Connor. “Some of the specific actions farmers mentioned were riparian/shelter planting, waterway control, improved fertiliser management and more efficient irrigation systems. That gives us a really
valuable understanding of what is front of mind for farmers. “Slightly disheartening is that only 23 per cent of farmers anticipate an increased focus on reducing their greenhouse gas emissions in the next five years, so that’s something for us all to work on.’’ Minister O’Connor says farmers face a changing climate. “They need to prepare to cope with the intensifying weather effects of climate change and at the same time reduce their environmental footprint. That takes investment in infrastructure and means you need to be financially viable. The coalition government
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