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Dear Editor In response to Lyndsay Hyde (September 13), we want to reassure readers that Waikato Regional Council is committed to keeping people safe when using herbicides. We also ensure our control work has the lowest impact possible on the environment. To do this, we: • take advice from the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) on the most appropriate herbicides to use • strictly follow the guidelines EPA and the Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Act have set for using herbicides safely • ensure our staff and contractors follow best practice in weed management, which includes completing GROWSAFE training. The herbicides mentioned by Mr Hyde have been used for many years quite safely within New Zealand. Picloram, for example, does not contain dioxin as suggested and has one of the lowest
mammalian toxicities of any herbicide – it’s much less toxic than common salt. Mr Hyde also mentions Agent Orange. The issue was the use of the herbicide 2,4,5-T within the Agent Orange. This herbicide has not been used in New Zealand for many years now. With regard to glyphosate, the original report that claimed it is a probable carcinogen has since been discredited by several international journal papers written by top toxicologists. They have shown the original report was flawed and concluded there is no evidence at all of glyphosate causing cancer. People interested in the biosecurity pest plant control work we’re carrying out can call us on 0800 800 401. Darion Embling Biosecurity Pest Plants Team Leader Waikato Regional Council
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THE RAGLAN PROJECT Your local home and building project supplier. Call us on 825 8881 or drop in to see us at 1 Wallis St. Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, Saturday 8m - 4pm, Sunday 9am - 1pm.
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PBFR project lead Amanda Moxey, left, and Xtreme Zero Waste education and communications manager Nenya Chapman, say Raglan is ready for the next step in the journey to eliminate single-use plastic, after a successful community initiative to significantly reduce single-use plastic shopping bags.
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The next step in the journey to eliminate single-use plastic is supporting Whaingaora businesses and the wider community with a database of affordable and locally tested compostable takeaway products. PBFR project lead Amanda Moxey and Xtreme Zero Waste education and communications manager Nenya Chapman say Raglan is ready after a successful community initiative to significantly reduce single-use plastic shopping bags. The pair acknowledge many of Raglan’s businesses have already embraced the next step, introducing non-plastic items such as cups, containers, cutlery and straws, and they say the research they do will give businesses confidence to make the best environmental choices.
Thanks to partnership with The Packaging Forum’s Public Place Recycling Scheme, the PBFR team are surveying business needs, researching reusables and locally testing compostables in Xtreme Zero Waste’s hot composting unit to create a compostable resource pack. “Business owners are busy and suppliers are promoting a huge range of new products. We aim to work with both to find genuinely compostable options that suit Raglan,” Nenya says. Not all compostables are created equal, they say, and research, checking (international) standard certification and testing, is the best way forward to enable Raglan to become single-use plastic free. As with PBFR, when the new projectphase is launched, businesses offering products from the local compostable resource database will be accredited with certification to display at their premises.
They both agree composting is a good solution to reduce plastic in the environment, oceans and waste-tolandfill but the project’s ultimate vision is for Raglan to become about ‘reusable everything’. PBFR are grateful to Meridian Energy, LJ Hooker and the Raglan Sign Company for their support with the new sign at the roundabout reminding people heading into our town, to Keep our seas plastic free and Remember our Reusables. Help PBFR on the next phase of the journey with ideas for a new name to reflect their kaupapa – could it be Single Use Plastic Free Raglan’ SUPFR, ‘Plastic Free Raglan’ PFR, ‘Reusable Raglan’ RUR – let them know your idea on the PBFR Facebook page or email plasticbagfreeraglan@gmail.com. Janine Jackson
We wish to advise the Raglan community that works for the Opotoru Road/Wainui Road intersection upgrade & Bulk Sewer Rising main works will commence late September 2018 with completion anticipated in mid-late December 2018. These works involve; - Small widening of Opotoru Road/Wainui Road intersections. - Installation of new parking bay on Tahuna Avenue. - Installation of new footpaths and concrete median island. - Installation of bulk wastewater rising main extending out of Opotoru Road and heading towards the wastewater treatment plant. Fulton Hogan will be the head contractor completing the works. They will have full traffic management in place and short delays can be expected. Please for your safety and the safety of their crews and to prevent damage to your vehicles and others around you, be aware of hazards, drive carefully and stick to the temporary speed limits. We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding while we complete these works. The Rangitahi Project 9 Bow Street, Raglan.
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Newly qualified instructor on mission to see skyriding soar to new heights here
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aglan may be renowned for surfing but local skyrider Sean Oliver reckons our coast’s just as “amazing” for hang gliding – and he’s taken it upon himself to see there’s a resurgence in the wind sport he got hooked on in the mid 70s.
Sean’s talking specifically free flight powered only by wind, or skyriding as he likes to call it. “Up in the air … beyond the turbulence … you feel like you’re suspended in a pool of water,” he explains of his love of flying. “The birds come and check you out … You’re on a wave of air and you’re surfing it.” Armed with his recently acquired instructor rating, Sean’s committed to training up others to enjoy the thrills of skyriding. “Now the resurgence is my responsibility,” he says. He says his mission is helped by the fact “we’re one of the best (areas) in the country for coastal flying”. Sean says Raglan’s top landing – where a hang glider can both launch from and return to the same spot – is on private farmland just off Wainui Rd. Early on the 50 to 60 guys in the Waikato hang gliding and paragliding club built up a really good relationship with the farmer, and the “well established” spot remains available to this day. It’s paramount that any pilot coming into town to go hang gliding first contacts the Waikato branch of the national hang gliding and paragliding association to register, Sean points out. Doing anything “dodgy” could risk a shut-down of this unique landing site. The 52 year old father of three – who also teaches kitesurfing in
He was a teen surfer then, getting “swooped” from the air while walking back from the Point along a little-known bush track off the top of Earles Place where now there’s a pocketful of million-dollar housing. Above, it all looked to the young boardrider who didn’t quite fit in with the surfing set like “so much fun” – and Sean vowed he’d give flying a go someday. Fast forward a few decades and Sean’s up there free as a bird, soaring the coastline from Wainui Reserve to Te Toto Gorge, and encouraging others to come fly with him. “Too easy,” he said on Raglan Notice Board recently beneath a video clip of his training day at Kopua airfield. “Humans can fly!” Sean insists hang gliding requires only moderate fitness, a bit of running to get airborne and transference of weight from side to side. There’s no chance of taking off willy-nilly either, he adds, as learners are “tethered” by ropes and manpower.
Preparing to launch: Sean's son, Leo, at Wainui reserve. Beginner pilot coastal ridge soaring, flying with radio instruction
town – says learning to become an instructor last year, then helping teenage son Leo get airborne, are all part of his plan to revive skyriding here. A couple of “classic local characters”, Joe Davenport and Henry Dumbleton, have also begun to fly hang gliders under Sean’s tutelage although both are already accomplished paraglider pilots.
“It’s ideal to get this new blood,” Sean says, Technically the wings have become better and better over the years, he adds, while ironically fewer people have been getting into the sport. Way back in Waikato’s hang gliding heyday the equipment wasn’t entirely safe. But since then hang glider design – with aluminium or
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carbon fibre frames and dacron sails – has been greatly refined. “They’re beautifully made now and have awesome handling and performance… “That’s just another factor in why I want to teach and help give back to a sport I have enjoyed for 32 years.” Edith Symes
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Raglan Naturally Coming Together Raglan Naturally is about coming together and taking action for the future of Whaingaroa and the Raglan Ward. It’s about sharing stories, building relationships, understanding what we value, aligning aspirations, and setting a foundation for the way we work together. Our combined effort will form a community plan with concrete goals and strategies. The plan will continue to evolve and be a signpost for all who are connected to and supported by this place.
THE COMMUNITY WIDE ENGAGEMENT IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE PLAN. Over the next 6 weeks there will be various ways to contribute, including events, survey and website. Key event dates are below: Top image: sslip shows a bulding located precariously close to the edge. Bottom image: debris from slip shows material that was potentially used as retaining from the property above.
Erosion is eating away at Raglan clifftop properties
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everal large slips between Lorenzen Bay and the wharf have taken large chunks of private property into the harbour below.
The slips occurred during stormy weather in August, and along with large amounts of clay, one has brought down debris potentially used as retaining from the property above, including bricks, corrugated iron and plastic pipe, and another has a building located close to the edge. Waikato District Council deputy general manager service delivery Roger MacCulloch says council are following the advice of Central Government of managed retreat regarding erosion, which means moving buildings away from the slips rather than attempting repairs to the eroding areas. Council only repair or mitigate erosion damage on council land and then only if it poses a risk to public safety or critical infrastructure assets are at risk. Private property owners are responsible for managing the effects of coastal erosion on their properties, and with erosion likely to continue property owners will need to take steps to best manage the situation. “As erosion is a naturally occurring event no action is taken unless there is a risk to the public or it is obstructing access to, or from, a property. But we do inform a property owner
if there is any debris that has resulted from human activity that it is their responsibility to ensure it is removed.” MacCulloch says council is aware of a number of sites of erosion and slips that have occurred on private properties in this area and are currently working with two separate property owners. “Council follows up on compliance and monitoring of land use or building consent conditions. This may include the requirement for the removal of debris from the coastal marine area/foreshore at the landowner’s cost. Council will work with landowners to ensure debris is removed and if necessary that would include the issuing of abatement or infringement notices.” Currently, council is assessing coastal hazard risk along the district’s western coastline as part of the District Plan Review - Stage 2, which focuses on coastal erosion, inundation and factors in the effects of sea level rise. This work will include a broad scale assessment of coastal hazards along the open coastline in rural zoned areas, and a in-depth study in more densely populated areas in and around Raglan and Port Waikato. The results will help inform changes to the development controls within the Proposed Waikato District Plan. Janine Jackson
RAGLAN NATURALLY MAIN EVENT OCTOBER 5 & 6, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY Come join us at the Raglan Town Hall for music, food, and storytelling as we learn about this place. Learn about Raglan Naturally and contribute your thoughts and ideas. WAIKATO DISTRICT COUNCIL BLUEPRINTING WORKSHOP OCTOBER 9, TUESDAY, 6:30–8:30PM Workshop @ Raglan Town Hall Raglan Naturally and Waikato District Council are working collaboratively to align community and council processes for better outcomes. The first draft of Raglan Naturally will inform council’s Raglan Blueprint— council’s new approach to planning for communities in the district. Your input into Raglan Naturally in the coming weeks will help strengthen our community’s voice in this process. You can also input into the Blueprint at the Waikato District Council workshop in Raglan. TE MATA HALL MEETING SEPTEMBER 27, THURSDAY, 6–8PM Nōu ko te rourou, nāku ko te rourou, ka ora ai te hapori Together, your input & my input will strengthen and enhance the community
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t was wonderful to see such a great group of people attend the Raglan Bowling Club Fun Day Sunday to try lawn bowls.
Alan Price welcomed each player on arrival and guided them to the rinks where some current bowling club members took them through the basic steps of playing and testing the art of the game. Once they had the basics instruction they were keen to have a go - the best way to learn is to put a bowl in your hand and bowl it so they did. Wow, there certainly are some talented new bowlers on the scene. After play, a break was taken and socialising was enjoyed for the drawing of the $50 petrol voucher which was won by Mayada Al-Sammarraie - congratulations.
Many new bowlers were keen to have another Fun Day Sunday, so next Sunday, September 23 at 1pm the club is hosting another roll-up for anyone keen to try bowls. All welcome. Inquiries contact Alan Price (021 456751). On Saturday, the club held the Opening Day for the 2018 -19 summer season. Debbie Dalbeth, president of the Raglan Club, raised the flag, Jack Peel rolled the first jack and Bill Bond rolled the first bowl to declare the season officially ‘open’. Two fun games of triples were played in beautiful sunshine - hopefully a good omen for the season. Roll-ups are on Wednesdays and Saturdays (unless there is an event on) at 1pm. Happy bowling to you all.
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Health in your Hands A column connecting with senior citizens in our community. This column is sponsored by Raglan Rest Home and Hospital. Manukau Road, Raglan. Phone: 07 825 8306
World Peace Day Friday September 21 called Les Colombes Pendry encourages communities to get involved and create
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their own origami doves. The people of Salisbury took up the challenge and soon community groups, schools, businesses and shops were making and displaying the paper doves.
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DOVES OF PEACE The Dove is a symbol of peace, hope and love, and what better way to celebrate World Peace than with White Doves. SALISBURY CATHEDRAL In July I visited Salisbury Cathedral and was inspired by a display of over 3,000 origami doves suspended from the nave. They were originally brought to Salisbury in May to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War One, and had already visited places such as Jerusalem, Munich, London and Berlin. Les Colombes (meaning doves). The Exhibition is the brainchild of German artist Michael Pendry, and consists of hundreds of white origami doves
RAGLAN On returning home to Raglan I could only reflect on the memory of the origami doves of peace, flying high in the rafters of Salisbury Cathedral, a symbol of recovery, and remember the resilience of the people of Salisbury.
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have now been flown to Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, continuing to spread the message of peace, and some have even made their way to Raglan uniting us in the values of sharing and hope for the future. Instructions as how to make the Origami Doves are available at the Raglan Community House or on the website www. Salisburycathedral.org.uk Pauline Abrahams
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Private Bush Retreat 151 Cogswell Road • 11.2849ha - 90% in bush with two paddocks for grazing • Three bedroom, sunny home with ensuite, two living areas and expansive decks with bush views • Large farm shed and chook house A Lot To Like • Located about half way between Hamilton and Raglan
3207 Shwy 23 pggwre.co.nz/HAM26446 This well located 12ha lifestyle property oozing with appeal. The three bedroom home has been built in the perfect spot. Sheltered, all day sun, private creek, native trees to the south and 580C Waitetunafertile Valley Road soils make this a sort after property. Just down the road is • Very desirable 1.3 Te hectare property Uku andrural great lifestyle coffee. An easy commute to Hamilton.
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• Large 84m² constructed 3 shed 2 2 • Build you dream home on the elevated building site pggwre.co.nz/HAM25740 • Building platform is down, 3 water tanks on site, septic system • Platform in place for a tiny house, tap into short term accommodation pggwre.co.nz/HAM28177
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Rare Opportunity In Raglan 106C Greenslade Road
Productive Desirable Farm
Set on the highest point in Greenslade Rd this timeless art decoAUCTION style four bedroom plus office home has views Mata that areTe simply breathtaking! Watch the boats and yachts cruise the harbour special occasions theblock • Productive 83and haongrazing/finishing orca from your deck. Set on 1315m² of landscaped • Reliable water supply grounds, fully fenced with access for trailer boat and • Gentle rolling contour good parking for guests. The dining and kitchen areas flow to •the deck making this an entertainers dream. 1930s 4 bedroom home plus office set in Elevated views whilesettlement being privatedate and sheltered. This • Flexible property is truly like no other so dont miss out!
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Rural and Harbour Views Rare Opportunity In Raglan
199A Checkley Road Greenslade Road a 1.46ha section in a premier A106C rare opportunity to purchase
Raglan AUCTION (Unless Sold Prior), 4.00pm, Friday 8 December, 23 Bow St, Raglan VIEW 3.30-4.30pm, Sunday 19 & 26 November
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As Good As It Gets
151 Cogswell Road • 11.2849ha - 90% in bush with two paddocks for grazing • Three bedroom, sunny home with ensuite, two living areas and expansive decks with bush views • Large farm shed and chook house • Located about half way between Hamilton and Raglan pggwre.co.nz/HAM26446
Like No Other 4189C State Highway 23
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• "Waitui" an opportunity to secure your own private peninsular • Absolute waterfront, native bush clad property • Home is constructed to feel like part of the surroundings • Large open plan living, with amazing views of the harbour
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2 Maungatawhiri Road • Absolute waterfront with epic views • 27ha easy rolling contour land • Two titles, close to Raglan • Quality grazing, well fenced Rural andyour Harbour Views • Either build dream home, land bank, develop or do all three!Checkley Road 199A Apggwre.co.nz/HAM27008 rare opportunity to purchase a 1.46ha section in a premier location. Incredible rural and harbour views in a very quiet spot with Te Uku school and a great coffee shop approx 3km away. 199A Checkley Road Has power to the site and an easy near flat building platform. A rare opportunity to purchase a 1.46ha section Good fishing, flounder and whitebait nearby. An easy commute to Hamilton location. Incredible rural and harbour views in a
Rural and Harbour Views
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Set on the highest point in Greenslade Rd this GST Inclusive location. Incredible rural and harbour views in atimeless very quiet spot AUCTION 4.00pm, Friday VIEWPrior), BY APPOINTMENT art deco style four bedroom plus officeshop home has views with Te Uku school and a great coffee approx 3km away. (Unless Sold Shwy 23 thatpower are3365A simply breathtaking! Watch theflat boats and platform. 8 December, 23 Bow St, Raglan Has to the site and an easy near building yachtsfishing, cruise the harbour on special occasions thecommute VIEW 3.30-4.30pm, Sunday 19 & 26 • Four bedrooms Good flounder andand whitebait nearby. An easy November orca from your deck. Set on 1315m² of landscaped to Hamilton • Two living areas Richard Thomson grounds, fully fenced with access for trailer boat and pggwre.co.nz/HAM26504 M 027 294 8625 • Approx. 2 acres good parking for guests. The dining and kitchen areas richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz • Set in making mature flow to the deck thisgrounds an entertainers dream. Elevated views while being private and sheltered. This 4 like no other1 so dont miss 1 out! property is truly pggwre.co.nz/HAM26978
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As Good As It Gets
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A Lot To Like
DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (Unless Sold Prior), Closes 4pm, Fri 15 Dec, PGGWRE, Hamilton VIEW BY APPOINTMENT
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12ha lifestyle property oozing with appeal. hree bedroom home has been built in the perfect spot. Sheltered, all day sun, private creek, native trees to the south and fertile soils make this a sort after property. Just down the road is Te Uku and great coffee. An easy commute to Hamilton.
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PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008 81 Upper Wainui Road SOLD | 40ha Sanson Road SOLD | 15ha Whaanga Road SOLD | 205ha & 330ha Te Akau SOLD
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Invasive plants that threaten our lifestyle Part 1 - Woolly nightshade
Tackling the Issues An occasional opinion column with long term Raglan resident, Ross Henderson.
The berries of woolly nightshade are moderately toxic to people (especially children). A single plant can produce many thousands of seeds, which are spread by birds.
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Woolly Nightshade (solanum mauritianum) on the road reserve, Whale Bay, aka tobacco weed, flannel weed and kerosene plant.
here’s no doubt that Raglan is under pressure from various forms of invasion - hardly surprising given that it’s an awesome little town. One of the issues is that, regardless of how much we like the idea of planning ahead, it’s problematic trying to justify spending on infrastructure in anticipation of future need when we are always in catch up mode. While the level of tourist invasion we are currently experiencing is a relatively new phenomena, the proliferation of invasive plants has been with us for a long time and there is no excuse for not having done something about it. Spreading like an infestation of freedom campers is woolly nightshade, sometimes referred to as tobacco weed. Like the negative impact of freedom campers the damage represented by woolly nightshade is entirely the result of head-in-the-sand inaction.
Environment Waikato (EW), who has responsibility over the invasive weed issue, have for years been well aware of the risks to the Raglan environment posed by woolly nightshade and have seen the way it has decimated the indigenous flora of Port Waikato. On their website they describe woolly nightshade as “. . . a problem because it can form dense stands that crowd out other plants and stop them from growing. It invades pastoral land, native forest margins, scrublands and urban areas. A single plant can produce many thousands of seeds, which are spread by birds. These seeds can lie dormant in the soil and germinate up to 20-30 years later. “The berries of woolly nightshade are moderately toxic to people (especially children) and they may be poisonous to livestock. The leaves shed fine hairs when touched, which irritate the skin, eyes, nose and throat, and in some cases cause trouble with breathing.”
When approached for support for attempts to manage the issue in the Whale Bay – Manu Bay area a decade or so ago EW reported that they were aware of problem but had insufficient resources to do anything about it. Naively, I suggested at the time that if they just invested some of the money I paid them annually it would be a start. At that time I, and a handful of woofers from Solscape, were able to eliminate woolly nightshade from the road reserve to the ocean between Bryant Home and the Manu Bay reserve, but this did nothing to address the infestations on other private land or on Whale Bay road reserves. It was only a matter to time before we arrived at the current situation with woolly nightshade dominating and displacing native species, and spreading into town and around the harbour. So they need to do something about it, and urgently. The problem is – who are “they”? At the end of the day, there’s no point in waiting for someone else to do something. We’re all “they”. We’re all responsible for the weeds on our own
Woolly nightshade or flannel weed may look like mother nature's toilet tissue but the leaves shed fine hairs whn touched. Defecating freedom campers are reputed to have suffered from some particularly unpleasant rashes.
properties and that includes the council. So, let’s just get on with it; dentify these plants on our own properties and get rid of them ourselves or call the local tree services guy; minimise re-infestation by helping friends and neighbours identify and get rid of plants on their place and if the neighbour is the council and the plants are on public land, either get on to the council, or get rid of them yourself. Next week we’re talking about privet and respiratory issues.
Physical control of Woolly nightshade Small plants (less than 60cm) can be pulled out and left to dry after shaking all dirt from the roots. Larger plants that are cut down need to have the stump treated with herbicide or they will regrow. Try not to disturb the soil. Source: EW Website
RAGLAN JUNIOR RUGBY CLUB 2018 PRIZEGIVING TEAM AWARDS BEST FORWARD 13th Grade HUDSON BIDOIS BEST BACK 13th Grade LEVARHN MANIAPOTO-LAWS COACH'S CHOICE 13th Grade TOM McCARTHY COACH'S CHOICE 13th Grade JAY WILSON MOST DEDICATED PLAYER 12th Grade MAX BRIGHOUSE SOLID PERFORMANCE 12th Grade TRAVIS STODDART MOST VALUABLE PLAYER 12th Grade IVAN WAITERE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR 12th Grade TYDE PIRINI BEST ALL-ROUNDER 12th Grade MAHLI GAVIN-BRIGHTWELL MOST IMPROVED PLAYER 11th Grade FIONN MEENAH MOST VALUABLE PLAYER 11th Grade WILLIAM MILLWARD COACH'S CHOICE FORWARD 11th Grade NOAH FURNISS COACH'S CHOICE BACK 11th Grade PIPIRI KENEHURU AOTUROA BEST ATTACKER 10th Grade LUCCA PARROTT BEST ALL-ROUNDER 10th Grade WILL PARKER
MOST IMPROVED PLAYER 10th Grade MAZ CONNOR COACH'S CHOICE 10th Grade BOBBY NEELS BEST ATTACKER 9th Grade ZARA WILSON SMASHED 'EM BRO TACKLER 9th Grade MAX MURPHY HIGH PERFORMANCE AWARD 9th Grade LOUIS DUIRS MOST IMPROVED 9th Grade ACE FERGUSON MOST OUTSTANDING PLAYER 8th Grade JETHRO NEELS BEST ATTACKING PLAYER 8th Grade KAIDEN ROSSITER BEST TACKLER 8th Grade LOUIS BIDOIS MOST COMMITTED PLAYER 8th Grade MONTY ROWE BEST ATTACKER 7th Grade OSCAR ROWE BEST DEFENDER 7th Grade MYLA WILSON MOST IMPROVED 7th Grade KIERAN O’BRIEN COACH'S CHOICE 7th Grade KYLE CALLAGHAN
CLUB TROPHIES:
REPRESENTATIVE PLAYERS 2018
Bidois Family Award MVP OF THE YEAR: Oliver Wallace
Logan Gibson
Riley Hartgill
Millward Shield MOST PROMISING PLAYER: Hudson Bidois
Rico Pirini
Mitchell Swann
Conor Reeves
Cory Hartgill
William Millward
Tiki Kaipara-Morrison
Divyne Shadrock
Jay Wilson
Robbs Family Award PERFORMANCE AND FAIRPLAY AWARD 8TH-10TH GRADE: Bobby Neels
Sean Witters
Cody Swann
Isaac Limbert
George Loten
Beckett Trophy UNDEFEATED TEAM: 13th Grade
Brae Wilson
Taylor Sherlock
Hudson Bidois
Carlos Hurtado
Lucca Page
Jack Berkers
Oliver Wallace
Xavier Penehio
Wilfred Neil Trophy SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD: Lucca Page
Wahine Toa Trophy Maraina Te Whare Ponga Tamihana
Zara Wilson, left, Best Attacker, 9th Grade and Jay Wilson, 13th Grade Coach's Award
Hudson Bidois, middle, with some of his family. Recipient of the Millward Shield - Most Promising Player, Best Forward - 13th Grade and the Gwynne Shield Player of the Tournament (Waikato Rep). The Bidois Family has also donated our new club award this year for Most Valuable Player.
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T E M ATA S C H O O L N E W S Coastal planting day at Ruapuke Beach
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Everyone was enthusiastic and dedicated to make sure the trees and bushes would grow up to be strong, healthy ones. At the southern carpark we planted pohutukawa,taupata, karo, haupara, cabbage tree, toetoe and harakeke (flax). At the northern carpark we planted wiwi (knobby club rush), toetoe, harakeke, pingao, orange dune sedge and a couple of tauhinu and taupata saplings. Altogether we planted nearly 800 trees, 400 at each carpark! The trees are being planted to stop erosion and help bring tui, kereru, piwakawaka and maybe even kiwi back. Hopefully soon, Raglan will have many more birds flying around. In a few years’ time there will be some thriving, robust trees holding the sand dunes together and protecting the coast. Currently,
Te Mata School students helped to plant arounf 800 trees at the two carparks at Ruapuke.
the majority of Raglan’s people are helping with beach clean ups and planting along the coast. It’s awesome that so many people want to help. Even somebody picking up a plastic
Te Mata School students visited Ruapuke Beach for their coastal planting day.
bag or another nasty thing could make all the difference in helping to save sea creatures lives. I hope that in the future we’ll have another huge day of planting trees, picking
up plastic along the beach and just having a great time getting together and talking. Femka Wylie
Ballroom and folk dancing at Te Mata School
The school was split into five different groups with varying ages and performed to their very best in front of parents, teachers, siblings and the entire community. .
Te Mata School students dressed in their formal clothes for the dance performance.
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They had been working on them over the The school was split into five different
their very best in front of parents, teachers, siblings and the entire community. They performed dances like the Jiffy Mixer, Chicken Dance and Pop Goes the Weasel. Everybody loved the outstanding performance, which ended with Mango showing off their Ballroom Dancing skills to everyone. You’ll hear about this in the next paragraph! Mango (the year 7 and 8 class), has recently been learning Ballroom Dancing, and on Thursday September 13 the class traveled to the Raglan Rest Home to perform the Bus Stop, Cha Cha, Samba, Cotton Eye Joe, and Change of Partner dance.
After working hard to perfect the dances for the past term, their teacher Ms Briant decided it was time to show off their hard work by performing in front of everyone at the rest home. The students were required to dress formally; boys with a collared shirt and tie and girls with preferably a dress or skirt. The performance truly brightened up the residents’ day. They tapped their feet and clapped their hands along to the music and it was amazing to see the smiles on their faces as we danced in front of them. We ended the epic day with a haka to demonstrate the manaakitanga/whanaungatanga we embrace at our school. Casabella Smith
TE UKU SCHOOL NEWS Junior football tournament
Some of the junior students at Te Uku School took part in a football tournament the end of August.
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oal, yay we won,” screamed all the kids at Te Uku School. A lot of the Year 1s, 2s, 3s and 4s took part in the Junior Football Tournament at Bremworth Park on Friday August 24. We interviewed some kids on how the day went. Here is what they said.
Cameron and Diego - “My favourite bit about it was scoring a hat-trick and a goal with my left foot,” Cameron said. Diego enjoyed scoring goals. They both were in the same team and won all their games apart from two. Also, they loved nutmegging people. This is kicking the ball through the legs of the player.
Emmett - “My favourite part of the football was having lots of fun with my friends. We won some of our games, but not all of them sadly. I didn’t get any goals, but tried really hard!” Eirana and Izzy - “The best part of the day for me was hanging out with my friends,’” Eirana said. “My favourite part of the day was scoring goals,’’ Izzy said. “We won some games,” they both said. “I didn’t get any goals, but I tried really hard,” Eirana told us. “I got some goals,” Izzy informed us. Max - “I enjoyed scoring goals.. We won all of our games except one or two. I scored 5 goals,” Max told us. Joey -”I had a fun day playing football with my friends. I play football at home with my dad, so I had a lot of practise”. We won heaps of games but unfortunately my team didn’t pass to me a lot so I didn’t get any goals, but I still had fun”. These are just some of the juniors and what they thought of the day. There was also food there like burgers, home baking and much more. It was a fun day all round and all the refs had a good time umpiring and controlling a team, and all the juniors at Te Uku School had a blast and tried their best! Lydia, Alicia and Grady
Whaea Rachel’s farewell
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h no, Whaea Rachel (our School Administrator) has recently left Te Uku school”. Before she went we decided to interview her. She left on Friday the September 7. Whaea Rachel has been a big part of our school and community for a long time. Whaea Rachel has helped ALL the students and staff at Te Uku School. Not only does she mark absences, but she also helps students when they hurt themselves and gets their lunch orders. We are already missing her so much! She has been at Te Uku School for five and half years. Whaea Rachel hasn't been an Office administrator for all of that time. She was also a Teacher Aid for Year 1 and 2 students in our Junior Discovery. She has really enjoyed all the students and she loves our smiles. She has some great memories and will really miss being at Te Uku School.
or one whole term, and two weeks, we have made recyclable bags with
e interviewed our new teacher, Ms Butcher, to find out more about her. Ms Butcher has come from Australia after teaching there for 18 years. Ms Butcher is not an Australian. Actually, she was born in Foxton, New Zealand.
Why did your come to Te Uku School? I returned back to New Zealand and was looking for a teaching job in the Waikato. I have come from a community background and love country schools. Te Uku is set in wonderful countryside and is close to the West Coast. I love surfing and great coffee is served right next door to the school. I love coffee. What's your favourite sport and what sports have you been involved in? There are so many! I play beach volleyball. Also, I represented the Western Bay of Plenty in Netball. Therefore, following Netball is important. My family have been involved in rugby and I love watching the Black Ferns and the All Blacks. My daughter played for the Canterbury rugby team. My son played in the Boys College first XV. What subject are you best at? I love coaching sport. Also, I enjoy teaching Science and English. Teaching students the English language is also a passion as I have a Masters Degree in Applied Linguistics. What's your favourite food? Thai cuisine. I love a Massaman curry. Anything hot. Vindaloo curry is a favourite too. Sunday roasts with
Crosbie, Alby, Eric and Pipiri
The Great Race Te Uku School students will be missing their school administrator, who left last Friday, September 7.
We love you Whaea Rachel. Thank you for everything you have done for us! We all miss your caring and can-do attitude.
Mrs Carlson in our Technology room. We made these to replace plastic bags.
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my family is a favourite too. What's your biggest achievement? Gold medal, mixed pairs, Masters Games Adelaide Australia 2017. One of the toughest and longest matches I have played in intense heat too. What was your worst injury? ICL knee injury, which prevented me from playing for the Silver Ferns.
If you ever want to see Whaea Rachel, She will most likely be at the Te Uku store. Brianna, Matthew, Ezra and Nelly-May
Technology at Te Uku School
Black bag with a pink heart & bird by Grady
Interview with Year 7/8 Teacher Ms Butcher
First, we had to know what we were making (our design) and who it was for. After all that designing we were able to make the mock up bag with newspaper. A mock up is a version of the bag made out of paper to see if our measurements were correct. After that, we got to making the bags. We made them out of NonWoven Polypropylene (NWPP) which is biodegradable, washable and extremely strong. While we were cutting them out we had to optimize the fabric. That means we cut to the edges so we didn’t waste any fabric. After that we cut out the fabric, and then had to sew all the pieces together. Everyone needed to put a small design on the front of the bag, so we sewed that on first. Then we sewed the sides to the front
and back. After we sewed everything else together, we took photos. We learnt how to sew, we used measurements to make our bags and how to optimise a piece of fabric. Our families are using the recyclable bags when they go grocery shopping. Maelan and Logan
Black bag with white & blue stripes - Matthew
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n Wednesday the July 4 at Papahua (Te Kopua Domain), Te Uku students from year 5,6,7 and 8 participated in a great, GREAT Race that senior students and teachers had organised. On the first day of planning we found out who we were in teams with (we were all put into teams of similar abilities). After we were put into teams, the teachers explained what each team had to organise for the other teams (and ourselves). We (Zoe, Geri, Toby, Jonah and Ivy) decided to do a Marble Challenge that had ice, water and marbles in a bucket. Teams had to try and get as many marbles out with their bare feet as possible. Other challenges were: The first person to collapse a human plank was forced to eat milk-soaked bread (eeeewwww!!!). Another one was where you had to try and get the netball, soccer and tennis balls through the hole (you will recognise this structure. It is beside the adventure playground). We had to get a certain amount of points before we were allowed to move on. And one last activity that I will explain is the puzzle challenge. There were lots of puzzle pieces hidden around the playground and we had to find the puzzle pieces and complete the puzzle before we went to the next activity. Overall, it was an amazing day that everyone enjoyed. It was very active, exciting and fun! A big shout out to all of the parents and teachers who helped us with organising, running the activities and supervision. You made our day a great success! Zoe Middlemiss and Riley Evans
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RAGLAN AREA SCHOOL NEWS School art exhibition astounds locals
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or the first time in years an Art Exhibition was held at Raglan Area School. It was organised by Whaea Kerry. This event was held on September 7, and all of the art on display was made by students. News of this exhibition spread quickly, and lots of people showed up to observe the students’ work. The student’s art consisted of photography, paintings, clay models, drawings, hand-sewn bags, and putiputi. It was easy to tell that the locals were impressed as they walked past all the students’ masterpieces. Lights were strung around the trees outside, giving the event a happy vibe. Lights were set up above the artwork in the corridor to make sure that they were really in the spotlight. School Guidance Counsellor Whaea Betty
set up an interactive space in the corridor, where children could paint their worries. As each child finished, Betty made sure to hang their paintings on the wall with the other art. Most of the younger students could be found in the science room, where another interactive space had been set up. Kids were free to stick stickers onto large white cardboard boxes, an imitation of Yayoi Kusama’s participatory installation. The Year 7-8 classes chose to link their art to Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, by creating stunning Maaori art, including koru patterns, and 3D Pictures representing the school values. The Art Exhibition was a big success, and it is very likely that it will be repeated next year. Ayla Standley
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Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori at RAS
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ast week, Raglan Area School really got into the swing for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.
RAS Acting Principal Aroha Hohepa.
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If you were stranded on an island, what three albums would you have with you? Pink’s Beautiful Trauma, Leon Bridges Good Thing, and a compilation of New Zealand music (Katchafire, Sons of Zion, Tomorrow’s People etc). What would you do tomorrow if you won Lotto tonight? I would run away with my two boys to Africa for a Tanzanian safari. While I’m there I’d sit in a small rowboat, surrounded by thousands of pink flamingos sipping on really expensive champagne. What are you reading? Disobedient Teaching by Welby Ings. He takes into consideration the humanity of learning and celebrates divergent thinking. He promotes teachers to be professionally ‘disobedient’ to transform lives positively in a system that can often do the opposite. What keeps you in education? Young people are cool. There’s a sense of energy you get working in a kura, especially in a small community. I love the chaos that our kids bring and want to embrace this at RAS. Where do you see Raglan Area School heading? Raglan Area School is a small school with a massive heart for community, the environment, te Ao Māori, sport, and the arts. We need to have the courage to access more of our rich environment consistently; drive social action; and celebrate activism which illuminates compassionate change. What would your RAS slogan be? I’MPOSSIBLE @ Raglan Area School. At RAS, we can turn impossible to I’m possible. There are no limits. We seek personal excellence.
Ayla Standley
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Exhibition-goers admire pinhole photographs made by Matua Liam’s Year 5/6 class.
On Monday, Whaea Mahea from Project Energise introduced the fabulous game of Ki-O-Rahi, where the students got a taste of the how the game works, learning the rules through a traditional Māori legend. Tuesday saw the Year 3/4 and 5/6 students participate in Pakangao-ngaa-Atua Tounamana The Battle of the Gods 5-a-side Soccer Tournament. Banners were made, chants were sung, and goals were scored. Students embraced team spirit, splashing themselves in their school house colours. During Wednesday, classes prepared food for the shared kai. Throughout the morning, vegetables were peeled and fruit kebabs speared; everyone was eager to help out. C1 went as far as preparing and laying a
haangi. Student Sean Witters arrived at school at 4:45 am, ready to help. “We lit the fire at about 5am, after it burnt down to embers, we shovelled the hot rocks into the pit with the help of Matua Te Whaiwhaia and Matua Liam.” On Thursday, many parents and whanau gathered in our courtyard for Reo in the Yard, a festival-like celebration with performances to watch, prizes to be won, and moko to be worn. Year 3 student Alaia Hewett reported that she, “Can’t wait for Reo in the Yard next year.” On Friday evening, the school hall was abuzz with superheroes. The disco was a superhero dress up, and each student really took that in their stride. On the whole, Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori was a huge success, and RAS can’t wait for next year! Iemaja Hassell and Isabeau Conjaerts
Student Carlos Wharekawa serves haangi to students.
Coromandel Sports Exchange
Student Sean Witters guards the goal during the Year 7-8 soccer match against CAS.
at Te Uku been, at set times, TheSchooljuniorhavesyndicate enjoying learning through what is called ‘tinkering time’.
Year 1 to 4 children come together to participate in six types of play: constructive,
language, exploratory, fantasy, physical and social. Recently, 36 students from Coromandel Area School pulled up in a bus outside Raglan Area School ready for a friendly competition. They were here for a Sports Exchange. When they piled off the bus, they were welcomed with
a powhiri and waiata, showing the school values of whakawhanaungatanga, manaakitanga and poutama. After the powhiri, they proceeded to get straight into the sports side of things. There were four sports played; Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, and Netball, with junior (Year 7/8) and senior (Year 9-13) teams competing in each sport. Although it drizzled on and off all day, all the players embraced the situation, and got fairly muddy along the way. It became immediately obvious that the sports exchange was going to be enjoyable and friendly. Both teams showed a great amount of sportsmanship. When Coromandel was short on players Raglan helped out by playing on the opposing team as though it were their own. Not only were students cheering for both sides but teachers also.Great amounts of cheering came from the spectators, and the chants were often deafening. The exchange wrapped up with a shared kai. Everyone who participated gathered in the hall after the final sport that was played. Both schools sat together enjoying a shared meal, laughing, chatting and cementing new friendships. RAS was very happy that Coromandel came for this sports exchange, and cannot wait until the day they get to visit Coromandel Area School.
Iemaja Hassell and Isabeau Conjaerts
WAITETUNA SCHOOL NEWS Te Kotahitanga Kapa Haka
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very Thursday after lunch Mr Wood comes to help us improve our te reo Māori. But this term he has helped us with Kapa Haka. Mr Wood has made a haka for our boys to learn. The meaning of our school haka: we work as one, we are one, we do everything as one. We are thankful for what Mr Wood has done for us. We have some awesome new uniforms and Whaea Mariella created new headpieces for the kotiro. At Waitetuna School we are a whanau group and we work together to achieve in the Waitetuna Way. Our school believes in te kotahitanga, that
everyone should participate and the seniors lead by example. We interviewed some students and they answered these: Do you think Mr Wood helped you improve in the Haka? Toby said, “Mr wood helped me improve in my kapa haka singing.” What have you learnt in Kapa Haka? Sofia said, “It’s helping me to speak Māori and helping to improve my confidence.” Do you think our student teacher Aroha helped us improve in the Kapa Haka? Seren said, “Yes, because I now can understand the words and the actions.” Xavier and Jayden
Waitetuna School students with their new uniforms and head pieces made by Whaea Mariella.
Lights, camera, disco!
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ast term, our class leaders raised money for our ski trip by putting together a disco, with a Hawaiian theme. The seniors sold pizza and homemade lemonade.
Waitetuna School students dress up for the disco.
The senior boys were the DJs and all the seniors helped decorate the room. At the disco we had lots of games and activities. One of the activities was a shark photo booth. Somebody would stand in the middle and look terrified then we would take a picture. We also had the limbo and musical statues. We interviewed some kids about the disco:
Did you think the theme was good and why? Layla said, “Yes, because it was in the middle of winter and I liked the shark photo booth.” Did the seniors lead the disco well? Louis said, “Yes. I liked the disco, because the music was cool and they picked good music.” What was your favorite game and why? Lenox said, “My favourite game was the shark booth because I got to make dead faces.” Overall, the whole disco was a fun experience for all of us and a good fundraiser for our camp. Shannon and Kati
Bluebird Day on the Mountain
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ast week the year 5-8 students went skiing at Whakapapa. We left at 5:45 am on Friday morning and arrived at the mountain at 9:30am ready to go. It was a bluebird day! Last year, we had a ski trip and at the end of the camp everyone was up skiing or snowboarding. This year most of us got a great package which included two lessons, mountain passes, gear and lunch for $99. By lunchtime everyone was able to ski and snowboard and experienced skiers were left to ‘rip it up’ at the top of the mountain. We think it is great to be able to experience a day in the snow because some students haven’t been on the mountain before and it’s an amazing opportunity. We all arrived home tired and sore, but happy. We are grateful that we had this opportunity and this year we had a huge group of parents supervising, which we really appreciated. Georgie and Kahu
Waitetuna School students at Whakapapa for their annual snow trip.
Teachers with good features!
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n term three, we were lucky enough to have a student teacher come in to our school.
The class has enjoyed having two teachers in the class. It was much better because we have been able to have more one on one time with one of the teachers either Whaea Ali or Whaea Aroha, the student teacher. We interviewed our class teacher Whaea Ali: Whaea Ali, did you enjoy having another teacher in the class and why? “Yes, because having another teacher in the class has freed me up to help teach small groups and individuals. Aroha specialises in Te Reo Māori and has introduced fun games and activities that we will keep using. Having a student teacher is refreshing and our class has enjoyed Aroha’s vibrant and cheerful personality, and her interesting lessons.” Then we interviewed Whaea Aroha. Whaea Aroha have you enjoyed working in our class and why? “Yes, because the kids are awesome. And it's a small school so everyone is really close and it's like a family.” We loved having Whaea Aroha and we’ll all miss her, it will be sad to see her go. Eliza and Naomi
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Public Notice – Representation Review Final Proposal Waikato District Council 2018 Representation Review Final Proposal – Appeals/ Objections Period opens 12 September 2018 Please be notified that the appeals/objections period for the Waikato District Council 2018 Representation Review Final Proposal opens 12 September 2018 and will close at 5.00pm on 12 October 2018.
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As required by the Local Electoral Act 2001 (LEA), the Waikato District Council has considered submissions it received on its Initial Proposal regarding representation arrangements that will apply to the local elections to be held in 2019. In summary, of the 147 submissions received: 126 submitters indicated that they did not support the Initial Proposal;
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2 submitters gave no indication (or it was not clear to determine) if they did or did not support the Initial Proposal;
At its meeting on 10 September 2018 the Council resolved, in accordance with the provisions of the LEA, its Final Proposal for representation arrangements that will apply to the local election to be held in October 2019, and subsequent elections until altered, as follows:
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1 Mayor elected at large;
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13 councillors elected from 10 wards;
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that the population of each ward, and the names of these wards, be represented as follows:
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Awaroa ki Tuakau
12,640
2
6,320
No
11%
Eureka
5,579
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5,579
Yes
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Hukanui-Waerenga
5,990
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5,990
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6% -9%
Huntly
10,310
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5,155
Yes
Newcastle
5,690
1
5,690
Yes
0%
Ngaruawahia
10,350
2
5,175
Yes
-9%
OnewheroTe Akau
5,460
1
5,460
Yes
-4%
Raglan
5,790
1
5,790
Yes
2%
Tamahere
5,699
1
5,699
Yes
1%
Whangamarino
6,202
1
6,202
Yes
9%
That there be 30 community board members be elected from 5 community boards as follows; COMMUNITY BOARD
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Onewhero-Tuakau Community Board
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Huntly Community Board
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Taupiri Community Board
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Ngaruawahia Community Board
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Raglan Community Board
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The Council previously made the decisions in 2017 to retain the First-Past-the-Post electoral system and not to introduce Maaori wards into the Waikato District. Council has chosen to make amendments to their Initial Proposal. Amendments have been made for the following reasons: •
Retain Rangiriri in the Whangamarino Ward, from the Huntly Ward. o Reasoning: submissions received supported this amendment.
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Retain Mercer in the Awaroa ki Tuakau Ward, from the Whangamarino Ward (exceeding fair representation rules set out in the LEA). o Reasoning: submissions received supported this amendment. Submissions received from Mercer supported inclusion in a single ward; considered that Mercer identifies with northern communities.
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Retain Onewhero Tuakau Community Boards current structure and board area with the inclusion of the extended Tuakau north and west boundary incorporating the meshblocks. o Reasoning: submissions received supported retention of the Onewhero-Tuakau Community Board.
Council has not rejected any submissions received on the Initial Proposal.
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The meshblocks that were initially proposed to be moved on the south-eastern border of Whangamarino Ward to the Hukanui-Waerenga Ward received no submissions against, so these meshblocks will be moved as part of the Final Proposal. There being no submissions received on the Initial Proposal to move several meshblocks on the north-eastern boundary of the Awaroa ki Tuakau Ward to the Whangamarino ward (excluding those meshblocks that include the village of Mercer and are being moved to the Awaroa ki Tuakau Ward), these meshblocks will be moved as part of the Final Proposal. All other ward boundaries will remain as they currently are.
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In accordance with section 19V(2) of the LEA, the population that each councillor represents must be within the population range of 5,670 plus or minus 10% (5,670 being the total population of 73,710 in the Waikato District divided between 13 councillors). This means that each councillor must represent somewhere between 5,103 and 6,237 people. By amending the Initial Proposal and retaining the village of Mercer in the Awaroa ki Tuakau Ward, the two ward councillors will be exceeding this threshold and the Waikato District will be non-compliant with fair representation criteria. The Waikato District Council 2018 Representation Review Final Proposal will therefore be treated as an appeal under section 19V(5) of the LEA and referred to the Local Government Commission following the appeal/objection period for determination.
We are looking for a Night Services & Security Team Assistant to work closely with the Night Services & Security Team Leader. The primary responsibility of the Night Services & Security Team Assistant is to help deliver quality business outcomes and services through the operation of the Raglan Holiday Park. You will oversee night duties and be available for call outs, which will mean you’re expected to be on-call. You will be responsible for the coordination of night reports to management, ensuring all night duties are delivered and the park is kept secure. The overall operation provides an optimum and sustainable return, whilst ensuring excellence in customer service, facilities management, and leadership of this iconic holiday park. To be successful in this role, you will have the following: • Current First Aid Certificate • HSNO Certificate • Current COA certificate • Security experience either in coordinating or guard work • Management of staff experience • Competent using a computer • Health & Safety experience You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills with sound understanding of relevant legislation and regulations. Additionally, the role offers plenty of variety, is well resourced, and would suit someone who is looking to work within a highly engaged workforce. If this role sounds like an opportunity you would enjoy, we would love to hear from you! Closing date: Monday 24 September 2018 at 11:55pm. To apply: SEEK: https://www.seek.co.nz/job/37135669?type=standout Trade Me: https://www.trademe.co.nz/jobs/trades-services/security/lising-1757636549.htm? rsqid=20354a7e614b4eaa824d675c801f8bb4
Notice of appeal and objection process Any person who made a submission on the Waikato District Council 2018 Representation Review Initial Proposal may lodge an appeal against the Council’s Final Proposal in accordance with section 19O of the LEA. The appeal must contain issues/matters raised in the appellant’s submission on the Initial Proposal. As Council has chosen to amend their Initial Proposal, any person who is opposed the Final Proposal may lodge an objection against it in accordance with section 19P of the LEA. The objection lodged must identify the matters to which it relates. Appeals and objections must be made in writing to Waikato District Council by 5pm 12 October 2018 and must include your name and contact details. Appeals and objections are to be: Emailed to:
consult@waidc.govt.nz Subject line: Representation Review - Final Proposal
Posted to:
ATTN: Corporate Planner Waikato District Council Private Bag 544 Ngaruawahia 3742
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Any Council office or Library
If you have any queries/require further information about this notice please contact Stacey Solomon on 0800 492 452 or visit the consultation page on Council’s website www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/sayit.
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19 submitters indicted their support of the Initial Proposal;
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7 Park Drive Drive On Up A Surprise Awaits This north facing originally a 3 bedroom now 2 bedroom brick home has a large open plan living area that flows out onto a huge deck with views over the harbour. Downstairs is a games/ teenage area. There’s space to park your boat and a smoke house which will ensure your catch is enjoyed by all. Live off the land on the fully fenced property & utilise the chook house, fruit trees & planter boxes to start you off on your journey to organic sustainability. Walk everywhere as this property is in the heart of Raglan. Call Robbie for more information 021 952 271. Deadline Contact Email View
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As Rare as Hen’s Teeth This a very rare section situated in such a great investment location within an easy walk to the harbour, wharf and township. No restrictive building covenants allows you to build ‘outside of the square’ or pull up your caravan. An orchard boasts lemons, feijoas, a large apple and heirloom kafir lime tree. On the southern boundary sits a single lock up garage with concrete floor which could provide for storage or a place to park the boat, 1/2 share in 2016m2 of which this section comprises a generous area of approximately 900m2. Do not delay viewing.
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This exceptional 5 acre lifestyle property enjoys views out to Mount Karioi & the ocean on the horizon. Built in the mid2000’s the spacious home features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a designer kitchen with scullery & 2 living areas. Underfloor heating is supplied to all bathrooms, the kitchen & the spa pool room. The deck is absolutely made for entertaining while taking in the fantastic views. There is an internal access double garage, a workshop & another separate double garage has a self contained unit. The big views and privacy make this property seem like it’s miles away from anywhere, but it’s only 5 minutes to seaside Raglan.
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Lorenzen Bay Just a Stroll Away Nikau Park Raglan is a quality subdivision located just 5 mins walk from Lorenzen Bay. Enjoy a sunny Northerly aspect from this corner site with native plantings along one boundary. Protected by covenants ensuring you will be surrounded by attractive, quality homes. All services are provided including water, sewage, street lights, footpaths and communications. The vendor has also supplied a geotech report and house plans by Kiwi Designer Homes. Be quick to grab this outstanding opportunity to build and live your dream.
9 Uenuku Avenue West Side Story Frequently admired and located in sought after Raglan West this is the perfect place to start your happy ever after. You will love spending time on the sun-splashed, sheltered deck while enjoying the view. The home offers spacious open plan living with a choice of heat pump or wood burner for the cooler days. There are 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, so there’s space for family and friends. You will have room for your cars and the boat as well with a large, 806m² site and separate double garage and workshop. And it’s just a stroll to the shop/ café, beach and playground so keeping the children entertained is easy. For Sale Contact Email View
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Build Your Dream Home Here Tired of looking for a house to suit your needs? Thinking of building to your own plans? You need to consider this large, 1085m2 site in the popular Waikowhai subdivision. Elevated and sunny with beautiful harbour views and sheltered from the prevailing wind. It is the perfect location for your dream home and has plenty of space for gardens as well. The services are at the boundary making for a stress free build. Some building covenants apply. Call Chrissy for more information. NB: Boundary lines on photos are approximate and meant merely as a guide.
33 Whaanga Road Affordable Whale Bay Escape Immaculate home located only mins to the surf. In an elevated position the modern dwelling enjoys gorgeous ocean views & a sunny, sheltered aspect. The 800m² section features low maintenance landscaped gardens and includes a new concrete drive, meaning all the hard work’s done! And, the rear of the section offers even bigger water views & has potential for further development.
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