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What’s up coach? A series of Q & A’s with our local coaches
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There’s no point telling really young teams to spread out and pass because their brains haven’t developed enough yet.
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What is your coaching style? ‘Shut up and let them play’. I don’t think long team-talks work so it’s better to use practice games and drills that they can learn from. I try not to shout too many instructions from the sideline either.
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This week the Chronicle caught up with Aaron Mooar. Who do you coach? The Raglan Sea Lions – 9th grade soccer team. How long have you been coaching for?
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Playing just seemed like normal life at the time but I can’t imagine what it would have been like without it. How do you think team sports benefit our young ones today? Learning how to work in a team is an obvious one but getting to make their own decisions on the pitch when kids’ lives are so micromanaged these days must be useful too.
What are the highlights of coaching a team?
Best piece of advice you could give to parents?
I really enjoy their enthusiasm and also love watching them develop as they get older.
I’ve seen it written that parents should be their child’s biggest fan – because children don’t play well if they’re worried about letting their parents (or coach) down.
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Was sport important to you growing up?
Lots of reasons but in the end the main influence was that my father coached my teams when I was young and I wanted to be involved with my own kids in the same way.
What are the challenges?
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No. What I’ve noticed is that children only get seriously bothered by the results if the adults in their life make a big deal about it. Plus, there’s three decades of research that show winning isn’t a priority for the kids. As the coach I should be focused on their long term development anyway, not short term results.
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Minister hammered by environmental questions
Cabinet Minister Nick Smith (left) chats with local National Party candidate Barbara Kuriger and Raglan Chamber of Commerce chairman Dave Currie after addressing the chamber last week
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ick Smith, the Minister of Conservation, Housing, Building and Construction, got a grilling from well-informed Raglan locals when he spoke at a Raglan Chamber of Commerce meeting on Friday last week. Dr Smith talked about the ‘Blue-Greens’ – a group of about 28 National Party MPs who had a special interest in environmental issues – which had its beginnings in Raglan about 20 years ago when Simon Upton was the local MP. He also covered the Government’s environmental and conservation achievements, housing, and the earthquake provisions for buildings at the meeting at Orca, which was attended by about 50 people. During question time, he was hammered by questions concerning mainly the protection of the Maui’s Dolphins, water quality and social housing. Dr Smith said set nets were responsible for all Maui’s dolphin deaths over the past 50 years, so the Government had doubled the size of its set net ban zone. There had not been a single trawling incident concerning the dolphins since trawling had been banned there.
In answer to a question, he said there were observers on all trawlers in the Maui’s protection zone off the West Coast. However Sheryl Hart, from the Raglan Sport Fishing Club, said she was concerned about the lack of observers on trawlers operating within the 1-7 nautical mile area off the coast, which was the main area for the Maui dolphin. Defending the Government’s recent block offer of oil permits within the Maui’s protection zone, he said he hoped gas would be found, as New Zealand would soon run out of natural gas. Dr Smith maintained the seismic testing involved in oil exploration did not pose “any real risk” to the critically endangered species. Phil McCabe, of Kiwis Against Seabed Mining (KASM), challenged this, saying seismic testing destroyed the immediate area and reduced the chance of marine life existing. On other water issues, Dr Smith said New Zealand stacked up quite well internationally for clean water – ranking about 38th out of 197 countries - but needed to do better at environmental reporting, species protection and fresh water issues. He said the Resource Management Act and regional councils had done a good job
in terms of water quality, making significant progress on point source pollution from wastewater discharges. But a major problem was diffuse pollution from land use (such as sediment, nutrients and faecal microbes), which was more difficult to manage. However, “massive gains” had been made in the planting and fencing of streams. He disputed Green Party claims that 50 percent of natural water bodies were unfit to swim in because of pollution, saying that this number related to only the ones that were being monitored. On housing, he said the Government was sitting on the fence on the ‘warrant of fitness’ proposal for rental properties. The Government was trialling the concept and expected to have a report at the end of the month. In reply to a question, he said the idea of using state housing to solve social housing shortfalls was “yesterday’s solution to yesterday’s problem”. He favoured the redevelopment of state housing into mixed estates; whereby, state houses on large sections would be demolished and replaced by several houses, some of which could then be sold off to finance the development. Rachel Benn
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Bar crossing films aim to save lives Waikato Regional Council has joined forces with Bay of Plenty Regional Council to make bar crossings safer for boaties. Crossing a bar is one of the highest risk activities, even for the most experienced boatie, and the two regional councils have produced five films showing local bars and how to cross them safely. Waikato Regional Council project managed the development of the films in conjunction with Bay of Plenty Regional Council with funding and support from ACC, Maritime NZ, Water Safety NZ, and Coastguard. This has meant a fantastic series of films have been able to be produced. The films include the notoriously dangerous Raglan, Tairua, Bowentown and Kaituna
bars as well a general ‘how to’ film. The films feature Waikato harbourmaster Mat Collicott and Coastguard unit members explaining the must dos of making a safe crossing. Basic tips for making safe bar crossings include checking the weather before heading out, checking the tide times, always avoiding low tide, talking to locals about the bar conditions and contacting Coastguard before and after doing the crossing. Everyone must wear a lifejacket, and loose items including anchors should be tied down. “Bar crossings consistently show high accident rates in the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and the rest of the country. Three Kawhia bar incidents in the past two months highlight a real need for good quality education to be available to the
boating public,” said Waikato Regional Council maritime services manager Nicole Botherway. Water Safety New Zealand CEO Matt Claridge says: “These films are an easy and accessible education opportunity for skippers. It is essential to get education before attempting to cross any bar.” Initial online feedback on the films has been positive, with one post saying: “Great video guys, something every boatie should watch before going out.” There have been over 2000 hits already in the past two weeks. See the generic film online at http:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNTk2IejfFE or all the films are linked at: www. waikatoregion.govt.nz/barcrossing A trailer is available at http:// waikatoregion.govt.nz/
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What to wear: This common dilemma and others are addressed by Kiwi stylist cum comedienne Lisa O'Neil at her upcoming show.
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hink Gok, think Trinny and Susannah and think about a good night out in Raglan with a light-hearted look at ‘What a Woman Wants’. That’s the message from Raglan Plunket which wants to see women – and men if they dare – forsake the comfort of their fireplaces for a night at Raglan Club where Kiwi stylist cum comedienne Lisa O’Neill will give some hot tips on how to feel gorgeous and how to get rid of the old “I have nothing to wear” feeling.
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It’s the first time in Raglan for the one-woman show now doing the national rounds. Local Plunket president, Linda Cole, is excited about it and hopes to muster an audience of 250 – from mothers to grandmothers, and of course the odd male still optimistic of figuring women out – for an evening of fun and entertainment. Plunket needs this fundraiser, says Linda, herself a mother of six and grandmother of 10 at last count. “We were all Plunket babies, for goodness sake!”
Raglan Plunket, to which the profits will go, still aspires to getting extensions done on its 65-year old building in Bow Street, she adds. “We want some enthusiasm in the community to sustain Plunket.” Committee member Charlotte Hartstone, who started the toy library six years ago and is hoping to eventually relocate to the more central Plunket building, insists the town’s under-five population is not decreasing. “We need a bigger space,” she laments. The toy library’s proven so popular, thanks in part to support from Raglan Community Board and Waikato District Council’s discretionary fund, that it has simply outgrown its current premises at Te Uku Memorial Hall. Charlotte too is excited about the upcoming show and says there’s been a lot of interest already. “It’s a fantastic excuse for a (midweek) girls’ night out.” Charlotte’s seen Lisa – the show’s host – in action, describing her as “brilliant … witty … tactful”. Some may have caught her on the fashion segment of TV One’s ‘Good Morning’ show, or live at Farmers, advising on body shape and how to dress with confidence. Lisa “empowers” women to look their best and feel good about themselves, she adds. Emcee on the night will be Raglan Real Estate Ray White’s Julie Hanna who’ll also auction selected items to help raise more funds. Local signwriter Dan Mills has been on the job with the larger-than-life billboard at the top of Bow Street. And Raglan Club is providing the venue free of charge. Tickets to the show include a complimentary glass of wine and light supper. Ideally they should be prepurchased, say organisers, so there’s a better idea of how many to cater for. The show’s on Tuesday September 23 at 7.30pm (doors open at 7).Tickets cost $25; available at Raglan Club, Raglan Plunket rooms and from Plunket committee members, phone 825 7028. Edith Symes
Raglan golf opportunity for women For all those women in Raglan wishing to ‘have a go’ at Golf, former top New Zealand Golfer and LPGA player Marnie McGuire is offering FREE coaching sessions at the Raglan Golf Club beginning 6th September through to 27th. The workshops supported by Waikato Golf and Sport Waikato will cover Swing basics, chipping, putting, nutrition/hydration. This is an amazing opportunity for beginners and golf clubs will be supplied. (College students welcome) Marnie is a very experienced and knowledgeable golfer who has had great outcomes in the past few years with helping non golfers get into the sport. If you often thought about trying golf and haven’t known how to start, come and join the fun and learn some great new skills. Registrations are essential please contact Marnie marnie@waikatogolf.co.nz or phone 849 1328 for further details.
WDC make decision on Domain playground upgrade
Raglan Museum needs your help
T currently T (WDC) has completed an 18 he Waikato District Council
month consultation resulting in “significant” input from locals and visitors for the playground upgrade at Te Kopua Domain, due for completion in November. Through WDC communications, WDC Service Delivery General Manager Tim Harty said that the new upgrade would include two separate age-appropriate “zones” for children to play in. “Zone one includes a pre-school and junior play areas plus swing sets. Zone two includes a senior play area plus swing set,” he said. Mr Harty said the Council involved the community in the upgrade process and that the Coastal Advisory Reserves Committee gave their “seal of approval to the concept.” “Significant community consultation has taken place over the past 18 months involving local
residents and families, visitors, Raglan Area School students, young and old prior to the planning stages,” he said. The upgrade was part of the 20122022 Waikato District Council’s Long Term Plan and would cost $119,801. “The contract has been awarded to Playground creations [in June] and completion is scheduled for early November,” Mr Harty said. Hamilton-based Playground Creations Director Maree Clark said the company designed and manufactured playgrounds and were excited to be a part of the upgrade to the Te Kopua Domain playground. “We’re delighted to be able to work with the Waikato District Council and come up with a neat space for the whole Raglan community to enjoy.” She, nor the Council, would comment on when work would commence on the playground upgrade. Marcia Ahern
he Raglan Museum is preparing for the WW1 Commemoration Exhibition which is due to be displayed in the museum from February 2015 (the 100 year anniversary of the first engagement of New Zealand troops). While we have had some very interesting photos and stories come forward to date as a result of a previous article in the Chronicle, we expect that there is a lot more stories and photographs that are in the possession of relatives and friends that are tucked away. This is an opportunity to have your soldier relative remembered for all time, preserving his story. The stories about the mothers, fathers
and how families coped while their men were away is also important to be told. For example, were horses from farms in Raglan taken overseas? If so we would like to know. While this exhibition will be on display for a period of the WW1 anniversary time, the stories and photos will become part of a permanent display in the museum. We will be using touch screen presentation to display each soldier’s individual portrait as well as any information that we can gain from our research. We will be getting some information from internet sources, such as the Auckland War memorial, but photos of each soldier is important and many are not available from that source. Even if the photos are faded or damaged we would welcome getting copies as many
old photos can be repaired and rejuvenated. We are also preparing an audio visual display and are looking for soldier’s relatives to volunteer to assist with this project by presenting stories that may have been passed on over the generations. The exhibition will be based not only on the soldiers that enlisted from Raglan and wider districts but will also be include those from families that lived in Raglan prior to 1914 and who have taken up residence here since the war years. As the names of these soldiers will be unknown to the museum committee, a call from a family member would be appreciated. Museum staff is available most mornings on 8258925 or call Ken on 8256553. Raglan Museum
Meridian Te Uku Community Fund Meridian recognises the importance of local communities to our hydro and wind operations. The Meridian Te Uku Community Fund gives your community a say on what local initiatives are supported and funded by Meridian. The Fund, managed by a panel of community members and Meridian staff, is about working together to build strong communities. The Meridian Te Uku Community Fund is for the communities of Raglan, Te Mata, Waitetuna and Te Uku and provides $120,000 to help community projects in this area over three years.
TO APPLY FOR FUNDING The closing date for Meridian Te Uku Community Fund applications is 4 September, 2014. For more information on the Meridian Te Uku Community Fund, or for an application form, please visit meridian.co.nz or email community.fund@meridianenergy.co.nz You can also call us on 03 357 9732.
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The finalised plan of the “Junior Zone” (above) and “Senior Zone” (below) for the Kopua Domain playground upgrade.
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Bryant Retreat celebrates half a century milestone
Time To Celebrate: Bryant Retreat gears up for 50 years of “respite” service to Waikato Women. (L-R) Senior General Assistant Nella Pairama and Manager Barbara Brown
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aglan’s Bryant Retreat has been giving “time out for women” from all over the Waikato for 50 years, next month, and is celebrating
with an invite-only afternoon tea to showcase its services. It’s a “relaxed retreat” with north-facing separate rooms for its guests, communal lounge and
dining areas – which display handmade items created by former guests – with views of Whaingaroa Harbour. Bryant Retreat manager Barbara Brown said the 50-year celebrations
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would be a time for local Raglan businesses and referral services, (that refer women to the retreat) to “see what we offer.” She said the retreat, which can cater for up to six women at a time, accommodated around 100 women, from 22 intakes, annually. “Most women [staying at the retreat] just want to relax and enjoy a bit of time out. The retreat was a place for women to “just be themselves” without the hassles of everyday life and to do whatever they wanted. “Some women can’t change what has happened in their lives.” The only expectation placed on the women was to be present at mealtimes, Barbara said. Bryant Trust fully funded the 11-day stay for Waikato women, aged 25 to 70, who have “a lot of hardship and issues,” she said. “I think a lot of them think, ‘what am I gonna do for eleven days?’ But some have said the time goes by very fast.” To be considered for Bryant Retreat, women must meet certain criteria and be referred to the retreat by their GP. The referrals are then
examined by staff at Bryant Retreat where “hardly anyone gets turned down,” Barbara said. Bryant Retreat was purposebuilt by the D.V. Bryant Trust (Bryant Trust) – which was founded by Dan Vickery Bryant – in 1964. The retreat replaced the previous Women’s Rest Home which was purchased by Dan Bryant in 1955. Dan Bryant had a presence in Raglan, helping women, since 1928. He organised homestays for tired mothers in Raglan and Mount Maunganui. He never saw Bryant Retreat as he died in 1964 at the age of 80. The Bryant Trust fully-funds the women’s stay, maintenance and staffing of the retreat through its various investments in Hamilton. Barbara said the Bryant Trust was “very family-orientated still” as the Bryant Trust Chairman is Doug Arcus, Grandson of founder Dan Bryant. She said that Bryant Retreat gets “some lovely groups of women” who had made “friends for life” with each other as a result of their stay. Marcia Ahern
Six days a week the pair had been trudging through paddocks, walking up streams and getting up close and personal with sheep and cows – including getting chased by a bull - to map the rocks they found and the surroundings. Rocks were a key to the past, they said. The oldest New Zealand rock was about 65 million years old and were from the end of the Jurassic Period, which was quite young in world terms. In the rock they could see the folds that came about when New Zealand split off from the Godwana super-continent to become an island, they said.
The 12 square kilometre map they were creating of the area between Cogswell and Aotea Valley roads was on a 1:10,000 scale, which was more detailed than the current QMAP geology maps of New Zealand. The two maps did not necessarily agree though. “They [QMAP] have one blob of basalt and we have four,” Ellie said. Now they were looking forward to getting home, taking their box of rocks with them, which would “cost a fortune” to examine more closely under the microscope at a later stage. Rachel Benn
Daffodil Day on this Friday
Ellie Mestel (left) and Amy Pike from the University of Cambridge with some of the rocks they have collected from the eastern part of the Raglan harbour.
Chewing on rocks may sound a little strange, but it’s all in a day’s work for two young researchers from England. Ellie Mestel and Amy Pike, both 20-year-old geology students from the University of Cambridge, have been mapping the rocks east of the Raglan harbour over the past month as part of essential field
work for their degrees. They decided to base their study around Raglan because of the interesting geology, due mostly to the now extinct Pirongia and Karioi volcanos and the basalt rocks that have come from them. “It’s [also] a great opportunity to travel and we decided New Zealand was a good place,” Ellie said. They have discovered lots
of basalt, tuff rock created from ashfall, limestone, fossils and shells, and silt stone. But sometimes it was hard to differentiate between stones formed out of clay, silt and sand – hence the taste test…. “If it’s gritty, it’s silt. And if it becomes a sort of paste [in your mouth], it’s clay. There’s been a bit of rock chewing going on,” Ellie explained.
Raglan’s streets will turn yellow this Friday to celebrate the Cancer Society’s 24th annual Daffodil Day appeal. The Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society is asking the Raglan community to again dig deep and support the Cancer Society’s largest annual fundraising and awareness appeal. Daffodil Day has become one of New Zealand’s most recognisable campaigns and is the main funding source for the Cancer Society. The past few weeks have been awash with Daffodil Day activity including the pre-sale of over 3000 bunches of daffodils to businesses in the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Lakes areas as well as schools, businesses and clubs registering to hold Daffodil Day fundraising events for the Cancer Society. “This August, we’ve also
had people choose a challenge to complete for Daffodil Day as part of our Choose your Challenge campaign,” says Waikato Bay of Plenty Cancer Society spokesperson, Rachael Mounsey. “Cancer is the biggest challenge many New Zealanders will face in their lifetime so it’s been great to see people face a challenge of their own to raise money and show their support. “Daffodil Day is a well-known New Zealand campaign and people love to get involved,” says Rachael. “It’s been a fantastic month so far and we are excited to be getting out and about in our local communities. It’s a fun, positive day, a reminder that there is hope for the one in three New Zealanders affected by cancer.” Rachael says that when you donate this Daffodil Day you are donating to a cause that is close to home. “People like to know that the money they give stays locally and assists those in their local community - we can give people that guarantee.”
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Paleo Diet Nutrition Seminar Animal Health Column
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s our modern day diet high in grains, sugar, and processed foods the cause of modern disease?
Science suggests it is, and people who switch back to a diet devoid of these foods swear by its health benefits. Paleo is short for Paleolithic, and refers to the diet humans ate before the advent of agriculture which comprised of foods hunted or gathered from the local environment: meat, seafood, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds. This is the diet humans evolved on, and the one that best suits our genes.
Today’s modern diet is a far cry from this –over 60% of food eaten today is food that our genes have not encountered until very recently. Scientists are blaming this mismatch on health issues plaguing modern humans: obesity and inability to control cravings, type 2 diabetes, auto-immune diseases and gut problems. Julianne Taylor is a nutritionist specialising in teaching Paleo nutrition principals. Her passion for this diet arose from her own experience. In 2009 she trialled a paleo diet as an experiment and much to her surprise, niggling
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Councillor’s Column It’s hard to believe we are 8 months into the year and some lucky people have been having Winter holidays in some sunny spots. Council has not had formal meetings through July but a number of workshops have been held, this gives an opportunity for Councilors to discuss issues facing us before a formal process. One of the workshops is developing the strategies for the 2015—2025 Long Term Plan; Councillor’s will have a series of these right through till July 2015. Priorities, include Managing Affordability, Enabling Economic Development and Valuing Natural Resources. The Council adopted a heritage strategy in April and since then has been having meetings with interested parties across the district, including Raglan, to identify who is keen to work with Council and what are the Heritage things of importance and work out ways to protect and promote. If you are interested, contact Pat Day at the Museum. Council confirmed the Annual Plan 20142015 on the 14th July and copies are available from the new Raglan office and the Council web-site www.waikatodistrict.co.nz more and more information is being added to this site and I would encourage everyone to check it out. Starting Monday 4th August the hearing to determine the outcome of the Private Plan change 12 Rangitahi Peninsula application by the Raglan Land Company got underway. As Councillor I’m always impressed by the number of organizations in our community organizing events and things for people to participate in, by mainly volunteers. Well done. Since my last column a number of projects around Town are almost complete. The water main in Norrie Ave and the slip at Manu Bay to name a couple. Coming up as we head into summer the upgrades in James Street and Norrie Ave , will get underway. One of the issues facing Council is trying to manage growth in the District and some interesting figures have been supplied by the National Institute of Demographic and Economic Analysis. The Waikato district is predicted to grow from 64,910 in 2013 to around 82,733 in 2033. By 2063 the population is likely to have grown to 94,862 but could be a lot higher. The population of people 65+ in 2013 was 12 per 100 population in 2033 it will be 22 per 100 and in 2063 it will be 30 per 100 population. The numbers of people from 1 to 64 is likely to decline in the same period. People working will rise from 34,618 in 2013 to 56,126 by 2063. The number of motor vehicles could increase by 68% over the same period . Makes you think. Remember that all Council agendas and minutes are on the Council website. If you would like to discuss council issues with me, please contact me through the council office on 8258129 or my mobile 0211553778 Or email me clint.baddeley@waidc.govt.nz Regards Clint Baddeley, District Councillor, Raglan
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Another three-way battle looms in Maori electorate R Angeline aglan
academic and activist Greensill has now formally announced she will again be contesting the Hauraki-Waikato seat in next month’s general election, a move which sets up another intriguing three-way tussle in the Labour-held Maori electorate. The now-retired Waikato University lecturer will again be the candidate for the Mana Party, which she joined in 2011 after complaining the Maori Party was no longer listening to the people. But she faces two strong candidates in sitting MP Nanaia Mahuta – a Labour highflier who’s been in Parliament since 1996 – and new Maori Party candidate Dr Susan Cullen, a self-described educational enterprise and community development entrepreneur. Greensill came close to an upset in 2008 when, as the Maori Party candidate for the seat, she lost out narrowly to Nanaia Mahuta in attracting 47 versus Mahuta’s 52 per cent support. But in the 2011 elections a three-way split saw Mahuta increase her share of the vote to 58 per cent, with Greensill falling away to 22 percent as the Maori Party’s Tau Bruce Mataki picked up 17 per cent. Much will depend this time around on the fluctuating popularity of the three parties with Maori voters, and if and how Mana’s controversial alliance with the Internet Party for the party vote impacts on Mana candidates like Greensill. The candidates in a nutshell:
Opinion: Outside looking in I have decided that the biggest kept secret in Raglan is the water. Not only the Pacific Ocean water, but all the other forms and shapes of water. Rain-water, thunderwater, tap-water…and the exquisite spray of water from the ocean. The primary reason for this? The water is happy. Simply happy. It is evident from the fury and drama of our rain and thunderstorms, that there is unbridled joy in watering the land. The thunderous percussion commands us to not only stop and take notice, but often wakes us out of sleep to do so. There is nothing, absolutely nothing, which trumps listening to this symphony in the darkness of night. And in the light of day as communal replenishment occurs, a slightly maniacal giddiness settles in. For those non-believers, there is scientific evidence that water crystals react to their environment, and this is based on the work of Dr. Masaru Emoto if you should care to look into it. Apart from controversial opinion, it is rather undeniable that his work has made an impact in the discussion of water and its response to words, music, and prayer. Raglan, notwithstanding those born of Raglan, has attracted and continues to attract, a diverse group of people from everywhere. The result in this tiny coastal town is a smorgasbord of cultures, religions, beliefs, and ideas. Yet, possibly, above all the differences, is the desire for an imagined lifestyle. One of change, ease, and a certain leisure that would incorporate communion with the water and the land. All of this amounts to a hope, or optimism, or a faith, that life will be good here. And with all those very human yearnings at play, surely the waters that rain upon us will reflect the essential goodness and love of its people. Here in Raglan, the water is happy to mirror our dreams. Ezekiel Jacob
Angeline Greensill has both a law degree and a masters degree in social science, and is also a trained teacher. She retired recently from a career in teaching and then lecturing at Waikato University, and now spends much of her time dealing with environmental and Treaty issues for Tainui (she is the Tainui hapu’s environmental spokesperson). Her involvement in national politics goes back to 1999 when she stood for Mana Maori. She stood again for the party in 2002, then for the Maori Party in 2005 and 2008 and Mana in 2011. She has been very active in “flaxroot” politics and played prominent roles in issues such as the return of the then Raglan golf course, the controversial Springbok tour, the Bastion Point occupation, foreshore and seabed legislation, the Te Uku wind farm and seabed mining. Locally her work has included cochairing both the Raglan Area School board of trustees and Waikato District Council’s coastal reserves committee. Angeline has seven children and 10 grandchildren. Nanaia Mahuta was a Cabinet minister in the fifth Labour Government, under Prime Minister Helen Clark, and as the daughter of the late Sir Robert Mahuta – who was the elder brother of Maori Queen Dame Te Atairangikaahu – has strong links to the Maori King movement. She first entered Parliament in 1996, as a list MP. She’s since won a variety of Maori seats: Te Tai Hauauru in 1999, Tainui in 2002 and 2005, and Hauraki-Waikato (which
largely replaced the Tainui electorate) in 2008 and 2011. Her ministerial porfolios have included customs, local government, youth development, the environment and tourism. She is currently Labour’s spokesperson for Maori affairs and Treaty of Waitangi negotiations, and associate spokesperson for innovation and research and development. Nanaia Mahuta has an MA (Hons) in social anthropology. Susan Cullen, born and bred in Te Awamutu, has had a 25-year career as an educational enterprise and community development entrepreneur. In the late 1990s she created and delivered the Mahi Ora and Kiwi Ora programmes through Te Wananga o Aotearoa. To do this her privately owned training company employed more than 200 staff and contract community workers, or kaitiaki, to implement the programmes nationally. She also designed the Lifeworks programme offered by the Open Polytechnic, New Zealand’s largest distance learning provider. Susan Cullen is an active supporter of Maori community and iwi economic development, and has worked on indigenous education in Australia and the United States. She is currently treasurer for one of New Zealand’s first primary partnership schools based in South Auckland, the Rise Up Academy. She’s also a council member of Northland Polytechnic. Susan and her husband have dairy farm operations in Southland. A.T
Hard times bring new urgency to Food Bank drive The Raglan Foodbank is located at 36 Bow Street and open on Mondays and Fridays from 1-3pm. The Foodbank has been run by Surfside Church for approximately 15 years and is still going strong. The needs in Raglan are still very real, particularly this time of the year. The organisation is there to help families and households in our community that encounter unexpected financial circumstances that then cut into their grocery budget. The Foodbank is here to offer a hand up as we help people through a crisis. Foodbank Co-ordinator Marion Wright says, "We have been really busy over the past 6 to 8 weeks with a whole variety of needs." With the increased demand for food parcels through the winter season, the Foodbank team have been actively working to meet immediate needs but our overall goal is to provide comprehensive help. Therefore the Foodbank works in closely with the budgeter at the Community House and we also have counseling available through Surfside Church. "In order to receive a food parcel you must be living in the Raglan area, and you cannot apply for food on behalf of others, as there is an interview process," Marion explains. As a non-profit organisation the Foodbank is dependent on the many contributions made right across the community. All the support we receive
is really appreciated. Anyone can donate food in our food basket at the SuperValue, money into our money box at the Video Store, or drop off during our opening hours. As we are a registered charitable trust, donation receipts are available. Later in the year we will be running another food drive which will be advertised closer to the time. Marion and the team would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has contributed to the work this year. Your help has been invaluable in helping households in our community and your generosity is greatly appreciated. Surfside and the Team
In this month’s Enviromatters: Whaingaroa Environment Centre presents...
Sustainable September ,
Clip and stick on your fridge. And have an awesome Sustainable September! Monday
Tuesday
1 10am Planting Day with Friends of Wainui Bush Reserve and fruit trees donated by Raglan Backpackers @ Wainui Bush Reserve
16 12 Noon Join Timebank and learn how to share your skills @ WEC
23 10am Timebank Potluck Lunch @ Bow Street jetty bring a plate and meet Timebank members!
30 7pm Living Economies talk - BYO Green Drinks (wine and cheese) @ WEC (check out www. le.org.nz)
Wednesday
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Friday
Saturday
Sunday
3 9am Raglan Ramblers - Visit to Mussel Rock. Meet @ Wainui Rd Fire Station. Bring lunch and boat fare
4 1 - 3pm Every Thursday WEC’s Seed Bank - Buy seeds and talk gardens!
6 7 10am - 2pm - Hello studios presents! “Space for making” a kids upcycled workshop- “Turning waste into creativity” Details: Ages 8 to 12 years old - $20 per child for the 2day work shop! - Register at : miss_popinjay@ yahoo.com
10 9am Raglan Ramblers - Visit to Opoturu Causeway. Meet @ Wainui Rd Fire Station.
11 7pm Sustainable Bee Keeping demo hives, honey tasting and lip balm making! @ Old School Arts Centre - $5
13 10am Pallet working bee @ Raglan West Food Forest, Taipari Ave 12:30pm Birds in your backyard Walk! Meet @ WEC
17 7:30pm Talking crap - composting toilet presentation @ Town Hall Supper Room 8pm Raglan Film Fest - Xtreme Waste film @ Old School - koha
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18 8pm Raglan Film Fest -Hot Air - an exposé about climate change and big industry @ Old School - $15
25 5pm Green Drinks - entertainment and sunset site tour @ Xtreme Zero Waste, koha for drinks
12 noon Talking Dirt - What composting bin is right for you? @ Xtreme Zero Waste
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10am Wild Food Walk @ 4095 Main Road 10am - 2pm Old School Creative Market
20 Timebank workshops- 1 Timebank credit (join today!) or $10 each 10:30 - Seed Saving workshop 12:30 - Bird Walk 2:30 - Bike Maintenance
21 11am - Food Sovereignity in Whangaroa: Talk by Isa Ritchie followed by shared lunch @ WEC
27 10am - Karioi Project trapping session - talk followed by walk @ Karioi Lodge
28 7pm Ferment off! @ Hello Studios - Bring your best sauerkraut or fermented food
For more information on any of the workshops, contact Whaingaroa Environment Centre (WEC) – call us, email us or pop in and see us at the Town Hall on Bow St (Mon-Fri 11am - 5pm) 07 825 0480 - envirocentre@whaingaroa.org.nz. You can also find out more by following us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/whaingaroaenvironmentcentre Many thanks to all out event organisers and hosts - it’s going to be a great month. See you there!
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School rugby side happy with 2014 season
RAS Under 15 Rugby Team during the rugby camp at Waikato Stadium
R Rugby team has shown that we
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their team spirit and dedication. Stand out players this season have been the front row; Mason Tukiri, Whaingaroa Riki Wahanga and Luke Lovini who have played every minute of every game. I would like to acknowledge Montel for his outstanding skills set. Toki for being an excellent leader and consistently being at his best. Ryan Larkins, Alex Pohatu and Nic Rea showed great courage as they were all only 13 years old and played in a much higher age group. Raglan Area School would like to
have the skills, strength, attitude and discipline to compete in the Waikato Secondary Rugby School Competition. At the end of the season Raglan finished 8th overall but beat some of the top Hamilton Schools including; Hamilton Boys High, Hilcrest, Fraser and St Johns B. The whole team deserves to be acknowledged for
thank Greg Clarke for his outstanding job as coach. Hono and Huria FalwasserAnderson for their massive support for the team. We have had a great season and the team is excited about next year playing in the Under 16 division. RAS will also have a new team an Under 14 team for the 2015 season. We are very excited about our sport teams and their successes . Thank you to all our whanau for their support this season. Joeeph Reo
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GREEN PARTY: Robert Moore mix & mingle @ the Raglan Club, Wed 10th September from 5pm onwards. Everybody welcome. BEGINNER GOLF FOR WOMEN: Golf lessons for beginners will be hosted by top NZ professional golfer, Marnie McGuire, on successive Saturdays from September 6th to the 27th, form 1 pm till 3 pm, at the Raglan Golf Club. Here is an opportunity to learn about this great game at no charge. No golf equipment needed. Register by phone to Marnie on 849 1328, or by email to marnie@waikatogolf. co.nz
MAINLY MUSIC: Music & movement programme for preschoolers, Monday & Wednesdays 9:30am @ Te Uku church Hall. Ph 8255199 for more info. MON @ THE RAGLAN CLUB. 500 cards, 1pm. WED @ Raglan Club, Fun Quiz 6:45pm. WEDNESDAYS @ BANTEAY SREY RESTAURANT Knitting Circle from 9.30am. All welcome. Beginners welcome. R A G L A N RAMBLERS WED 03 SEPT: 9am at carpark next to fire station: Karioi from Ruapuke Rd - bring lunch
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resident DJs, pool and Sky Sport – free entry. SAT 30 AUG @ YOT CLUB, DJ Chimpster (Tractor FM) from 9pm – open early, free entry.
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RAGLAN JUNIOR SOCCER 23.08.14 GRADE 5th Sea Stars
RESULT N/A
PLAYERS OF THE DAY Star Knuiman
5th Shrimps
N/A
Will Hunter
5th Hoppers
N/A
Te Ariki Tepania
7th Maui’s
Loss 0-10
Cormag Eadie
7th Morays
Win 7-0
Annika McLeod
8th Stingrays
Loss 1-2
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Win 3-0
Jahmin Thompson
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Draw 4-4
Crosbie Wallis
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BYE
9th Sealions
Win 2-1
Ben Lowe
10th Orcas
Draw 0-0
Jypsie Hill
10th Sharks
Win 3-1
Kaitlyn Collier
O/G Piranhas
Loss 1-2
Sam Lowe
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Adam Wallis, Peatariki Patterson, Julian Smit
11th Grade
Won 40 - 5
George Reeves, James Forrest, Joe Clark, Tukupeau Stevenson
All houses are seeking long term professional tenants.Bond and Let fee applies.
Contact Dianne on 027 255 0901
Situations Vacant
Public Notices RAGLAN COMMUNITY BOARD INVITES YOU TO A WORKSHOP: Long-term plan updating Raglan priorities in line with Raglan Naturally Review. 4th September 2014, 6-8.30pm, Raglan Town Hall Supper Room.
Situations Vacant
SITUATIONS VACANT - RAGLAN WAREHOUSE MANAGER / R&D SUPPORT Aeronavics Limited New Zealand is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and well-organised Warehouse Manager for its product inventory assimilation/integration process.
Natural wHealth Clinic ! WINTER SPECIAL ! Pay for a 90 minute massage treatment and receive 50% OFF a second treatment. Offer valid until: 30/09/14
Belinda Ehrlenbach
Registered Naturopath
Phone 07 825 6592 belindsays@hotmail.com
The position entails management of our part-code and inventory system, entering new products and parts and integrating into the back-end of our web shop, workflow management for the packing room, stock management and stock ordering. Some R&D Support required which entails organizing production of prototype parts and ensuring swift implementation into production after sign-off by creating tracked pathways through the in-house departments of Research and Development, Media, Warehouse and Office Administration. Structure and flexibility are of the essence. The position requires a high degree of efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail, solid and competent computer skills, excellent and open communication skills in a very strong team environment. Aeronavics Limited is a manufacturer of professional grade aerial robotic equipment for the film industry, agriculture and industrial applications. This is a very dynamic and rapidly growing industry. A committed and articulate person with strong technical skills and mechanical aptitude would be most suited. This is a full time position - please email Resume or CV to – corporate@aeronavics.com and contact either Rob / Linda or Lucy on 07 8255058 during business hours.
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RAGLAN REAL ESTATE Open Homes Saturday 2pm - 9c East Street
Raglan Real Estate Ltd Licenced (REAA 2008)
AUCTION Fri 3 February 2012 - 6pm Ray White Office, 21 Bow St, Raglan rd
Sunday 2pm - 69d Otonga Valley Rd
SPRING FLING AUCTION 6PM, 26TH SEPTEMBER 2014 RAY WHITE OFFICE, 21 BOW ST RAGLAN NEW BEGINNINGS
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
Solid brick 3 brm family home in rural setting
• 2 Storey House In 2 Legal Flats
Office & rumpus, single garage, internal access
• 2 Brm Flat Upstairs / 3 Brm Flat Downstairs • Panoramic Harbour & Mountain Views
Plumbed shed (potential ancillary unit), well planted garden
• 2 Acre + Lifestyle Block – Prime Location • Single Garage & Storage Shed
3973m² fenced & ready for a new family Prior Auction offers considered.
Prior Auction offers considered. OPEN
OPEN HOME Saturday 11am 297 Te Papatapu Road
ID#RAG20938
HOME
Saturday 12pm 335 Wainui Road
ID#RAG20952
AUCTION: 26 September ‘14 - 61a Lorenzen Bay Rd TOP SHELF PROPERTY
3 dble brms + office, entertainers kitchen
IT IS A HOME!!!
Sun drenched open plan living & decks Large paved entertainment area Double garaging with internal access Prior Auction offers considered
RAG#20923
View open home:
Saturday 1pm ID#RAG209642pm Sunday 6 Violetor Street by appointment
Saturday 1pm 23a Violet Street
Sunday 1pm or by appointment
SIZE IS NOT A PROBLEM
WOODEN IT BE NICE
This 3 bedroom weatherboard home has many great features: Double garaging 2 bedrooms with ensuite + family bathroom Native timber flooring Private off road location Just a walk to the beach, on the bus route. Wonderful family home/ investment/ rental (Currently rented $300/wk) Prior Auction offers considered. OPEN HOME
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4 bedroom home with endless options Wonderful family home Modern new kitchen Large double garaging and workshop Large shade houses with irrigation throughout 1212m² of land Prior Auction offers considered.
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• Great views, completely refurbished inside • Tastefully landscaped grounds • Downstairs separate self- contained area • Situated on 809m2, walking distance to Cox Bay Prior Auction offers considered.
Saturday 2pm 55 Government Road
WATER & MOUNTAIN
Located close to town & beach. This is a 2 bedroom immaculate home, fully lockable garage with power. Elevated and sunny, only minutes to the nearest beach & town centre. The house has polished timber flooring, is fully insulated, newly roofed, newly painted and has a newly decked spa pool area. The easy care, fully fenced section will make this home a pleasure to live in. Prior Auction offers considered. Sunday 1pm ID#RAG20968 19 Manukau Road
Four double bedroom home on 625m² Two large living areas, 2 ½ bathrooms Fantastic designer kitchen, entertainer’s oven Large family area flows out to sunny deck or alfresco dining Glorious Mtn views, magnificent sunsets & a glimpse of the harbour. Prior Auction offers considered.
OPEN HOME
Sunday 1pm 1 Seabreeze Way
OCEAN RETREAT BUSH BABY
ID#RAG22038
ID#RAG22036
A slice of Raglan’s best real estate nestled into native bush surrounds near Whale Bay. Master bedroom has its own private decking and huge views. 2nd room/ storage/ laundry/ studio. Open plan living with cosy wood burner with wet back & sun drenched decking enjoying gorgeous ocean and bush views. Hide away, holiday ambiance. Situated on 1258m². Sunday 1pm
• 2 homes on 1 freehold title 2 houses, 2 incomes – 2 two bedroom houses Income opportunity here Superbly located – sea views, easy walk to town and harbour Ideal accommodation investment – live in one, rent out the other! Prior Auction offers considered.
Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282
Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282
OPEN HOME
ID#RAG20933
150 Whaanga Road
AUCTION THIS SATURDAY!! 5 o’clock Saturday 21st January, Ray White Office. Be There!!!
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• Auction day is sale day, vendor ID#RAG20907 OPEN HOME says SELL!! MAKE ME YOUR OWN – • Family home, polished timber I’M RATHER SPECIAL!! flooring • Easy care grounds, privacy, mature trees OPEN HOME • Just a walk to Lorenzen Bay ID#RAG20886 Prior Auction offers considered. TOO GOOD TO MISS!
Saturday 1pm 10 Violet Street
ID#RAG20965
Spotlight on Bay View
View open home:
OPEN HOME
ID#RAG20963
AUCTION: 26 September ‘14 - 19 Bay View Road
STEP INTO THE MARKET
Stylishly redecorated this tidy little home has all you need. With two bedrooms inside the house and an additional room outside you will enjoy the open plan living and fully fenced section. Relax on the lovely decking while enjoying the easy care section. Ideal opportunity for you to enter the fastgrowing market in Raglan! Prior Auction offers considered. OPEN HOME
Fabulous family living / Easy care garden
OPEN HOME Sunday 2pm 16 Stewart Street
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RAGLAN RUSTIC REAL ESTATE
Board and batten rustic house plus a separate large barn with adjoining carport - ideal as a workshop/ studio. The main house has one large bedroom which could be converted into two; plus one single bedroom/ office area. Huge potential for improvement. 7253m² section Established orchard and extensively planted. Listen to the sound of the surf - Very close access to beach and surf, only minutes to Raglan town. Prior Auction Offers considered. Phone now for an appointment to view.
AUCTION: 26 September ‘14 – 61a Government Rd
AUCTION: 26 September ‘14 – 445 Wainui Rd
ID#RAG20984
Phone now for an appointment to view 448 Wainui Road 21 Bow St, Raglan Phone: 07 825 8669 Fax: 07 825 7410 Website: www.rwraglan.co.nz Email: raglan.nz@raywhite.com
View Twilight Open Home: Saturday 4pm or by appointment
View open home: Saturday 1pm or by appointment
GREAT FIRST HOME BUY
• Modern, new kitchen and open plan living that flows out to a North facing deck • Enjoy the privacy provided by the mature trees bordering the section • Just a stroll to Cox’s Bay
LIFESTYLE AT THE BEACH
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• Solid home, master with ensuite & walk in robe • Impressive with sumptuous space ID#RAG21999 • Designed to capture all day sun • Situated on 3775m2 in rural, secluded setting. Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282 Prior Auction offers considered.
• 1/2 share in 1214m2
ID#RAG22032
Graham Rope 021 222 7427
!!WANTED!! BUYER URGENTLY SEEKING 200 HA’S + DRY STOCK FARM UP TO $2,500,000. Contact: Richard Thomson 027 294 8625 AUCTION: 26 Sept ‘14-21 Bay View Rd
BIG VIEWS GREAT LOCATION 5
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AUCTION: 26 Sept ‘14 - 537 Wainui Rd
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View open home Sunday 12pm or by appointment • 3 Level open plan living situated on 812m2 • Includes s/c unit • Contemporary design, large entertaining decks • Internal access garage, separate workshop • Prior Auction offers considered.
SECTION IN TOWN
A LITTLE BEAUTY $319,000
• Build that lovely family home or that stylish beach bach • One of the last available sections in this subdivision • North facing 519m2 site, elevated with views
• Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac Prior Auction offers considered.
ID#RAG22005
Blair Hanna 021 0200 828 Julie Hanna 027 441 8964
OPEN HOMES this weekend
30th & 31st August
Graham Rope 021 222 7427
MAKE US AN OFFER! – 13 Robertson St
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• Kiwi bach nestled on • Bush and harbour views private elevated site (1/2 View by appointment int in 1168m2) • Cosy wood burner in the ID#RAG22040 open living space Graham Rope • North facing covered deck
021 222 7427
Saturday 11am – 13 robertSon St Saturday 1pm – 61b Government rd Saturday 4pm twiLiGht open home - 445 wainui rd Saturday 5pm twiLiGht open home - 10 pokohui ave
BUSH & BIRD SONG BY NEG • Nestled in peaceful, bush setting • Fireplace • PLUS small studio • Situated on 934m2
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View open home: Saturday 11am or by appointment
ID#RAG21964
Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282 Julie Hanna 027 441 8964
Sunday 12pm – 21 bay view rd Sunday 1pm – 19 bay view rd Sunday 2pm - 61a Lorenzen bay rd Sunday 2pm – 2 pokohui ave
21 Bow St, Raglan Phone: 07 825 8669 Fax: 07 825 7410 Website: www.rwraglan.co.nz Email: raglan.nz@raywhite.com 16 RAGLAN Chronicle
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ID#RAG22041
Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282
New Listing: 6b Cross St
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• Close to iconic surf beaches, amazing bush walks and coastline • Tranquil private setting and peaceful hideaway to enjoy • Open plan living • Situated on 1455m2 • Prior Auction offers considered.
ID#RAG21995 AUCTION: 26 Sept ‘14 - 21 Primrose St
PARADISE IN WAINUI