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Members of the first annual ‘Men’s Raglan Roll Up’ and the highly coveted winners trophy, designed by Phil Meek.
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The first annual ‘Men’s Raglan Roll Up’ was held on Friday 25th November at the Raglan Bowling Club. A collaboration between the Raglan Bowling Club and a bunch of thirsty men eager to gain an insight into the sporting world of local champion Phillip Meek, the occasion presented an opportunity for many non bowlers to be introduced to the game and for others to be “talent scouted” by eagle eyed club members. The event would not have been possible without the support of the Raglan Bowling Club, and we would once again like to thank all the members, particularly Terry, Ruth & Sue for opening up their club to us and making us feel so welcome. We would also like to thank the overwhelming support of the local Raglan businesses, too numerous to list, who so generously sponsored the event, ensuring no one went away empty handed. For the record the trophy was taken by the pair of Aaron Bidois and Phillip Meek. We look forward to the rematch next year. D Alexander
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Raglan makes it easy being green Preliminary results from the general election show National has kept its stranglehold over the “local� Taranaki-King Country seat, with ‘Naki farmer Shane Ardern nabbing 67 per cent of the vote (68.7 last time around) and high-profile Labour candidate and former Cabinet minister Rick Barker taking his party backwards in picking up just 18.3 per cent support (19.5 per cent for Labour in 2008). But the big talking point locally this week was the showing of young Green Party candidate Robert Moore in the four Raglan area polling booths. He picked up just shy of 28 per cent of the 1486 votes cast locally, leapfrogging Labour’s Barker in the process, even though he managed only an 8.8 per cent share of the vote across the electorate. The former Raglan youth, now a university student and union organiser in Hamilton, polled best at the Raglan town hall where he trailed Ardern by fewer than 100 votes – 337 to 433 – and headed Barker by 44. He also outpolled Barker at Te Mata (34 votes to 16) and Waitetuna
(27 to 19) and made it a dead heat for second at Te Uku (15 all).
21 per cent of the vote against Mahuta’s 55.5 per cent.
Ardern predictably enjoyed more solid support at the three country booths, attracting 141 votes at Te Mata, 38 at Te Uku and 56 at Waitetuna.
The emergence of the Harawira party served only to split the opposition vote in Hauraki-Waikato, with Greensill’s Maori Party replacement Tau Mataki picking up a 15.9 per cent share. Her only consolation may be that she outpolled Mahuta by 100 votes to 73 at the Raglan town hall booth.
A delighted Greens organiser, John Lawson, this week thanked local supporters “for all that walking, talking, hammering and phoning many of you have done in getting a record result in Raglan�, adding: “If only the rest of the country had 28 per cent Green.�
Raglan Harbour View Hotel staff were still “reeling� this week at news their head chef lost his partner and son in a collision between their car and a logging truck west of Huntly last Friday. Rachel Lee Wallace, 37, and Lochie, three, died on their way to kindergarten in Huntly from their Pukemiro home, where Michael Chubb was looking after his and
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Raglan resident and academic Angeline Greensill, who traditionally has given Labour’s Hauraki-Waikato MP Nanaia Mahuta a close run for her money, also struggled. Greensill, who switched her allegiances from the Maori Party to Hone Harawira’s fledgling Mana Party, attracted
Rachel’s two-year-old daughter Molly. Hotel co-owner Kerry Holloway said the tragedy was “beyond imagination�. Michael had commuted to work at the hotel since December 2009, the last six months as head chef. The whole front of hotel including the restaurant and kitchen was to be closed yesterday (Wednesday) till 4pm so staff could attend the funeral.
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Greensill was eighth on the party list but the Mana Party will have no list MPs to back up Harawira – who held on to Te Tai Tokerau – after attracting around 20,000 or one per cent of the votes.
But while Lawson was already planning how the Greens could improve their support at Te Mata, where Moore campaigned against sand-mining, the overall TaranakiKing Country result may spell the end of the political road for Labour veteran Barker. At No 25 on the party list the former high-flyer won’t make it back into Parliament as a list MP following Labour’s dismal showing.
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Surf club stalwarts reflect on days in sun They’re still clubbies but 19 years was “probably long enough” on the Raglan Surf Life Saving Club committee, say Anne and Mark Snowden as they now approach their first summer without that longtime commitment.
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Their four daughters – Jen, Kimberley, Emma and Kate – have grown up in that time, progressing through the surf club ranks from nippers to rookies to senior lifeguards. And it won’t be long before the next generation of Snowdens start the process all over again. Anne and Mark reckon they’ve seen some big changes over the years at the surf club, which began from a tent on the beach 36 years ago. That was a good bit before their time but for their first eight years’ involvement – before the road to Ngarunui Beach even existed, let alone the clubhouse on the hill – transporting kids and gear along the beach from clubrooms at Ocean Beach was the norm. The mode of transport was tractor and trailer and it was just part of the fun of club Sundays, says Anne. The regular trips along the beach were precarious at times, depending on how many rocks there were to avoid. Sometimes the trailer might tip over, spilling its load and delaying the staking out of the familiar red and yellow flags in the sand at the southern end of the beach. The flags, along with the IRBs and the life tubes, are still put in place on Ngarunui Beach every Saturday and Sunday morning from Labour Weekend to Easter, and every weekday too during the height of the season – but as of this year from a brand-new tower which Anne was determined to see built before bowing out.
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Having been part of the building committee for several years, as well as club president, Anne says it was her “baby”. Now, with the new tower in place, she can quite happily retire from voluntary club duties. The couple got hooked into the surf club way of life, helping out with the juniors in their black and red caps when their own kids were small. One thing led to another and Anne became club secretarycum-treasurer while Mark kept an eye on the gear and the IRBs. Then came the national surf life saving competitions which saw the whole family travel with the club as far south as Christchurch and as far north to Ahipara. And then the girls got into IRB racing and, more recently, paddleboarding which added a new element to club life. But at this year’s AGM in June someone else, at long last, put their hand up to take over the presidency. The time was right, says Anne, and she felt the club was in good hands. Not that she’s completely bowed out of surf club life. Anne took on a new role recently, judging the IRB competition for the seniors up at Omaha, north of Auckland – and came back with a mouthful of blisters to show for it. It’ll be zinc on the lips next time round at the day-long events under the blistering sun, she reckons. Anne and Mark talk now of how the surf life saving club organisation, nationally, has become much more professional over the years. “You have to be so accountable,” they say. “The expectation at all levels from club committee to lifeguards is huge.” And the standard of the lifeguard awards is high right across the board, with a lot more paperwork than ever before to get through, they add. But all in all it’s been nearly two decades of fun and learning for the Snowdens, with a lot of sociability built into the program. “You meet American and English guards each season,” says Anne, who come to experience a Kiwi summer, often returning with friends the following years. “And it’s not really tough spending Sundays on the beach,” she quips. Except tor the blisters of course. Edith Symes
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Still the undisputed king of summer music festivals, the Big Day Out mixes international heavyweights with local up and comers in a memorable day long romp through the rock, dance and alternative music universe at Auckland’s Mt Smart stadium on Friday 20 January. Expect to see grunge legends Soundgarden, UK rock ringmaster Noel Gallagher of Oasis, dubsteppers Nero and the year’s indie-pop breakout act Foster The People all delivering big sets on the day. Recently reunited Soundgarden played the very first Auckland Big Day Out while Gallagher promises a set mixing Oasis classics with tracks from his new High Flying Birds album and Nero’s “Promises” and Foster The People’s “Pumped Up Kicks” have been two of the freshest tracks More names to see – English rockers Kasabian, rock operatic stars My Chemical Romance, sweet Californian indie act Best Coast, some chilled Norwegian electro from Royksopp, and Gin Wigmore or Kimbra – the Hamilton girl who Aussies are claiming as their own. Always a great day for rockers - there is always a great musical moment coming up, a hot rod to view or check the skateramp antics of superstar Tony Hawk.
Emergency services exercise A large scale emergency services exercise planned for the Raglan Harbour area is expected to put each of the participating agencies to the test and on completion add to inter-agency capability and cooperation across the Waikato. Waikato Police District Search and Rescue Coordinator, Constable Dave Pitchford, said seven agencies would be involved in the maritime rescue operation which will take place overnight Friday 2nd December through to lunch time the next day. “We’ve got Fire, St Johns, Police, Coastguard from both Raglan and Papakura, the local surf club and the Westpac Air Ambulance attending. “The exercise scenario will involve an incident on a local passenger vessel getting into difficulty with a number of casualties requiring rescuing from the water.” Mr Pitchford said a lot of work had gone into minimising the disruption to the general public while at the same time ensuring a realistic as possible exercise for the participating services. “Probably the most obvious sign something is going on will be a helicopter flying over the inner-harbour using a searchlight around 4am. In addition we will be using real people and a number of white plastic drums in
the water to simulate others requiring rescuing. “Obviously our objective will be to recover all the actual people and the drums. However we are conscious of the possibility of one of the drums drifting off and becoming a navigational hazard and want to advise skippers to watch out for them and let us know if they come across one.” While the exercise has been taking place for a number of years, Mr Pitchford said recent events across the country, both on land and on the sea, had emphasised the value of such operations. “Previously when we’ve run these exercises there has been a marked improvement in the level of response of the different agencies called on to respond. “We’re grateful for the strong level of support afforded to all those involved in the exercise the local Raglan community has shown to us.” Anyone who encounters one of the drums in the water during or after the exercise is asked to notify the Coastguard Northern Region office on 09 3039357.
Water meters installed in seven Raglan houses Whaingaroa Environment Centre, Waikato District Council and Waikato Regional Council are working together to help you save water and money over the next few years. All homes on Raglan’s urban supply will be going onto water meters, and we will all start paying for the water we use from 2013.
The District Council’s contractors installed water meters in the meter boxes of seven “test houses” in Raglan West last week. These households have volunteered to be “guinea pigs’ to find out how much water they use, and learn how to reduce their water use. The households vary in size from single occupant to families of four. People in Raglan on urban connections currently pay $ 357.00, for as much water as they want over a year – either directly through their rates, or as a component of their rent. There is no restriction to the amount of water they can use and no way to tell if there is water loss through leaks on these properties. Once everyone in Raglan has a meter, the annual charge will drop down to $89.00. You then pay for everything that goes through your meter. Every cubic metre (1000 litres, or one unit on a water meter) of water through the meter currently costs $1.48. The meter is read twice a year, and an invoice goes to the owner. Everyone will pay the annual fee, but you will only pay for water you actually use after that. According to Hamilton City Council, average Hamiltonians consume about 230L water per person per day – about 34 cents worth. Over a year, you can expect to use $126 worth of water per person in the house – just over $500 per year for an average four person household. Our test houses will be recording how much water they actually use, and working out what they would be paying for their water. After making smart water use changes we can see how much money each house could save. Watch this space to find out how each house is doing.
Chamber of Commerce Applying Quantum Physics to Achieve Your Goals. by Stephanie Philp, Chair - Raglan Chamber of Commerce The end of the year is traditionally the time for setting goals for the forthcoming year. Turbo charge your business or personal goals by applying these principles from the science of quantum physics! 1. Decide exactly what you want. While this sounds straightforward - and it is - it’s also important to be clear in your own mind about your goal. 2. State it positively and in the present tense. It’s vital that you describe what you want, rather than what you don’t want. Focusing on any goal activates the Reticular Activating System (RAS) in the brain making you more likely to notice opportunities that relate to your goal. A simple example of this is when you buy a new car and suddenly you begin noticing all the other cars that are the same as yours. If you think about what you DON’T want, you’ll notice more of what you DON’T want. Examples: Positively stated goal: I’m enjoying having easily increased my output by streamlining how I do things. (focus in on what you want) Negatively stated goal: I’ve got rid of the $5000 debt. (focus is on the debt) 3.
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4. Make sure the goal is something you have some control over. For example, ‘winning lotto’ is not something you generally have control over, neither is, ‘Having all my staff tell me how much they love working here.’ 5. Check that the goal is also compatible with other areas of your life. A goal that’s incompatible will often result in self sabotage. Or if you do achieve it, it may present some problems in those other life areas. 6. ‘Sensualise’ it. Another term, visualisation is often used for this step. However, visual is only one of the five senses. To make a goal really come alive and feel compelling, you need to use all your senses. So imagine having the goal NOW. Create it like a movie scene in which you’re participating. Imagine stepping into it and feel what it feels like to be successful, physically as well as at a deep emotional level. What are you hearing, tasting and smelling as you vividly sensualise the experience of already having the goal? What are you saying to yourself?
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7. Repeat step 6 twice a day for a few minutes at a time, enjoying and relaxing into the process rather than making it hard work. In this way the goal stays at the forefront of your mind, it feels powerful and exciting. 8. Take inspired action. Do something each day that will move you a step closer to your goal. Be open to opportunities that come your way that might lead you to your goal; an article you read, perhaps a gut feel, a ‘coincidence’, a meeting with someone etc. Take action on those things. It’s also important to take notes of any ideas you have that might lead you to your goal. Write them down, don’t think you’ll remember - you won’t. Write them down so you can act on them later. 9. Celebrate your achievements. It‘s OK to be successful. Acknowledging your successes will build your self esteem and give you confidence with other goals. If, at this point you’re starting to think that this is all ‘new age’ mumbo jumbo, let me quickly assure you that it’s not. Quantum physicists have proven that the way you think about your goals affects not only your ability to achieve them but also the speed with which you can achieve them. This column in the Chronicle is not the place for a long discourse on quantum physics, so if you’re interested in the science behind this article you may like to start with the DVD, “What the Bleep Do We Know?” Suffice it to say here, that the more clearly
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Surfers have special funeral for a friend A “paddle out” at Manu Bay last Sunday morning saw 70 or so surfers link hands in the shape of a circle in honour of their mate Patto, who died the week before.
The poignant surfers’ version of a funeral came just days after hundreds packed Raglan Town Hall and the supper room for a service to celebrate the life of Patto – real name Dave Patterson – who surfed Outside Indies and only at Manu Bay when the waves were big. ‘Big wave Dave’ was another nickname, as was ‘straight Dave’ for the lines he drew in the surf. His surfing style was legendary, says old schoolfriend and fellow tradesman Marty White. “He was very, very talented on a surfboard.”
While surfing was his passion, Patto was an all-round sportsman and a bit of a comedian, adds Marty. He crossed the finish-line of this year’s Karioi Classic on an “old school” bike and still had the energy to come in “planking” – hands on the handlebars, legs outstretched behind in imitation of a hangglider. And Patto was to surfboard shaper Ray Finlay not only his next-door neighbour but also his best friend. Ray too could vouch for Patto’s great sense of humour and his generous personality, always helping out a mate when need be. Te Uku farmer Maurie Vanhoutte meanwhile vouched for another of Dave’s qualities, that of a “first-class” tradesman. Raglan Area School teacher Celia Risbridger, who taught Dave’s two young daughters when they were just five, saw a different side of him which was testament not only to his support of the local school but to his ingenuity. He cleverly pieced together bits of plumbing pipe, she told the Chronicle, so that when kids held the device to their ears they could hear themselves read without the distractions of others around them. His legacy was a beautiful family, she said, and an ingenious but simple teaching device that would also help others in the future.
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The school’s high regard for Dave was illustrated at the town hall service when the junior pupils, accompanied by teacher Andre Ngapo, performed the school song He Honore in his memory. Various speakers at the service also told of Dave’s sense of humour, saying he was always making quips or coming up with hilarious one-liners – like yelling out at a rock concert, when the crowd was quiet, that “this is better than a Saturday night watching telly”. Also at the service – transferred from the Wainui Bush Park Reserve near Dave’s home because of the bad weather – his sister Lesley delivered a powerful eulogy in which she made an analogy between influenza and depression. In severe cases some people died of the ‘flu, she said, as Dave had died from a severe bout of depression. Patto is survived by his wife Sharon and their three children Sacha, Sophie, and Leon. Edith Symes
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Raglan’ s Kiwi Christmas n w o d t n u o C Enjoy a fun family day celebrating Christmas in the park
Held every second year, this coming Sunday 11th December will see Christmas in the Park return again to the Kopua Reserve for a night of fun and entertainment to suit people of all ages. The event will kick off at 5pm with a programme packed with entertainment for the kids. There will be games, yummy food, carols and bouncy castles as well as special guest appearances by Santa and Buzz and Poppy (from popular animated television series). The Funky Monkeys – “New Zealand’s very own musical supergroup for kids” – will also be hitting the stage later on in the evening bringing their high-energy performance of song and dance to the Kopua Reserve.
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“This is a free event for the whole family, it’s a real community effort that we wouldn’t be able to put on without the involvement of local businesses and other supporters,” says organiser Pastor Roger Peart of Surfside Church. Other highlights of Christmas in the Park include performances by local school groups, musicians and performing artists. With the construction of the new footbridge, this year’s Christmas in the Park will be held around the soccer fields at Kopua Reserve. Make sure to head down to the Kopua Reserve for a fun-filled evening and check out the big-screen television for a live-feed of what’s happening on the night as well!
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Community Christmas at the Town Hall Last year, Sue Oliver, Dave Maybee and Colin and Rhonda Chung put together a community Christmas filled with great food and good times and they plan to bring the Merry Christmas spirit to the town hall again this year. Starting at around midday on the 25th of December, the Raglan Community Christmas is an event put on mainly for those who find themselves alone or without any extended family to spend the day with. Just like your typical family Christmas, the community Christmas will have lots of great food cooked by Colin Chung as well as a Christmas tree, Gifts and even Santa. Last year, around 160 people were in attendance from long-time locals to tourists to the young and the old. Usually a casual affair with spontaneous guitar sing-alongs and long chats across the dinner table, Sue recounts many attendees going home with new friends from last year’s event. “We really just want people to come along and have a good time,” says organizer Sue Oliver. Sue also recalls seeing people from all walks of life attending previous community Christmases, particularly noting that a lot of travelers often find themselves alone during this time.
Whaingaroa Youth Movement will be showcasing their annual performance of theatre dance and storytelling at the Wainui Bush Park Reserve this coming Saturday the 3rd of December starting at 3pm.
“It’s definitely a multicultural experience, we had a number of people came along and be totally blown away – they’d never seen anything like it in their travels,” said Sue.
The title of the performance, “Welcome Home’, reflects the kiwiana theme in this year’s show with dances such as the pukeko, rugby and beach dance to present a vibrant interpretation of some of the things we kiwis hold dear to our hearts.
Volunteers and donations from the wider community make the whole event possible, and Sue says, “Once the momentum gets going, the Raglan community proves themselves time and time again to get behind these kinds of initiatives.”
Produced by local performing artist and dance teacher Patti Mitchley, the 60-strong dance troupe go through a unique process of establishing the theme and choreography of the annual performances through brainstorming and creative expression.
Community efforts for last year’s event included lots of food and dessert as well as donations of time and gifts for the children.
“The kids actually choreograph themselves. I choose the music,
usually something by a kiwi artist and the kids talk about different themes and different movements that they come up with. We brainstorm different ideas and bring them all together,” says Patti. Whaingaroa Youth Movement have been working on their performance “Welcome Home” since around September this year and with a whole team involved in putting on the production, including costume designer Katika Leng and her sewing volunteers, this year’s show is set to be another audio-visual delight. Set in the relaxed atmosphere of the Wainui Bush Park Reserve, the Whaingaroa Youth Movement invites everyone to attend their hour-long performance at 3pm on Saturday the 3rd (gold coin donation) and don’t forget to bring your own seating and a picnic! Maki Nishiyama
A great opportunity to give back to the Raglan community as well as to spend a special day with new friends, contact Sue on 825 7906 for booking enquiries and for any offers of help or donations. Maki Nishiyama
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ADVERTORIAL
Plunket child restraint technician Victoria Kent checks Indy Gulliver’s rear-facing car seat.
Recent child restraint checks took place outside various kindergartens and childcare facilities in the Waikato district. Education was provided by Plunket ‘car restraint technicians’. Checks were supported by Waikato District Council. 217 children under the age of 5yrs were checked across the district with only 61% correctly restrained. Road Safety Co-ordinator for the Council, Megan Jolly said that many parents were doing a great job of putting their
young children in car restraints or booster seats, however many seats were not installed correctly or the child was not in the correct sized seat. Of particular concern was the large number of seats that did not have their tether straps attached. The checks offered parents and caregivers the opportunity to ask any questions they might have. If parents do have further questions they can contact their local Plunket.
Use of the tether strap
Buying secondhand?
The tether strap is on most models of car restraints and is the strap at the top of the restraint. This strap is then attached to a tether anchor in the car. Newer cars will already have the anchor in place, or a point to insert this (check car instruction manual) - older cars will need to have a tether anchor fitted (see your local mechanic). Cargo clips can look similar to tether bolts in some cars but should never be used to attach a child restraint to. A tether strap reduces the forward force on your child’s head, neck and upper body in a collision. If your seat has a tether strap you need to use it.
If you are buying a second hand car seat then Plunket recommends that you check it carefully. You should know the full history of the seat. For example are you sure the seat has not been involved in an accident? If it has then don’t buy it. Look for a label stating that it meets a standard accepted for sale in New Zealand. Check that all parts are there and that the harness is not frayed and the buckle works well. The seat should have an instruction book with it. It is strongly recommended that you do not buy a second hand car seat over ten years old. Most seats have an expiry date of 10 years.
Booster seats save lives t 4BGFUZ CFMUT BSF designed to protect adults, NOT children. t " CPPTUFS TFBU used with a safety belt, provides best protection for your child when they have grown out of their car seat, even if they are 5 years or older. t " CPPTUFS TFBU XJMM improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt and raise your child to window level. Take the 5-Step Test to see if your child still needs a booster seat to keep them safe.
How about going out to your car with your child and checking these key points together. When your child is on the vehicle seat: 1. Do they sit all the way against the car seat? 2. Do their knees bend comfortably at the edge of the car seat? 3. Does the safety belt cross the shoulder between the neck and the arm? 4. Is the lap belt as low as possible, touching the thighs? 5. Can they stay seated like this for the whole trip? If you answered “no” to any of these questions, your child needs a booster seat to keep them safe. See www.nzta.govt.nz key words ‘booster seats save lives’ for the full brochure on child booster safety.
Farmers up early to go fishing
The annual Ecolab Fishing Competition Tuesday, the 22nd November saw the annual influx to Raglan of farmers and their large boats, hell bent on catching fish in the ‘Ecolab’ Tournament. 410 entries was the close off for this year. The event was staged at our Raglan Club. Yes, with extra kitchen and bar staff on hand, it was one of their biggest events this year and was well managed. Ecolab, your tournament, the planning, associated sponsors, the great participants, the stunning prizes up for grabs and local interest generated, is huge for Raglan. Great. On Tuesday Craig Bridgeman from Raglan Coastguard briefed participantson the safety, dangers on Manu Bay and local weather conditions - adverse but fishable. So, next day from 6.00am saw a stampede of boats, “out of here”. Boy were they keen to get fishing, Coastguard Radio was jammed with Bar Watch calls through to 7.00am and later. Conditions, as per Craig were not comfortable and saw the early return of some boats. But it was fishable.
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Good fish were caught, the wind and swell increased as predicted, more fish were caught. The run home for most was with the conditions and comfortable; with the 9.00am tide change the Bar was up and nasty. All boats made it home safely. I bet the ‘cockies cowsheds’ will be full of stories of how big the fish were, the ones they lost, how well the boat ran in the seas, and coming in over the Raglan Bar when it was rough. But nothing on the sea sickness. Prizegiving was a relief after a tough day, lots of laughs over a drink and a meal prior to the main prizes. Ecolab, your Staff, Associate Sponsors, some of whom spoke, the valued prize list, your farmer clients truly valued this Raglan event. Results: Snapper Richard Thompson 10.65kg. Kawahai Dave Whittington 3.85kg. Gurnard John Bell 1.07kg. Thank you Ecolab and we look forward to 2012 and calmer seas. Raglan Wharf Seagull
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Golf Club plays host On Saturday Nov. 26th the Raglan Golf Club hosted a tournament for the Central North Island golf course Green-keepers. A good number, 23 in all, availed themselves of some local hospitality and the chance to try their skills on our well-groomed and very interesting course. Local golfers were invited to join in the competition, and twenty took advantage of the offer. A lovely meal prepared by Denise Davies followed the prize-giving, and concluded a quality experience for all. The Club Christmas Tournament will be held next Sunday December 4th, with the tees open from 9.30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Entry fee will be $25, to include good prizes and a meal.
Shane Ardern MP
Taranaki-King Country Thank you Taranaki-King Country. I am honoured to represent you as your electorate MP for the next three years. Electorate Office 25 Roche Street, Te Awamutu p 07 825 0263 (Freephone) e ShaneArdernMP@xtra.co.nz Funded by Parliamentary Services and authorised by Shane Ardern MP, Parliament House, Parliament, Molesworth St, Wellington.
BE PART OF THE RAGLAN CHRONICLE SUMMER HOLIDAY GUIDE: We are planning to produce a SUMMER HOLIDAY GUIDE PULLOUT* for locals and visitors – covering the period from 22nd December to 12th January. You may want to advertise your: • Holiday adventure/Recreational activities • Events - including Christmas Eve and New Years Eve activities • School Holiday programmes • Church Services • Courses/Classes or Workshops • Gigs/Whats on/special events • Dining options *This is a supplement that can be pulled out of the paper and kept for future reference.
Deadline for editorial and advertising is 4.00pm Friday 16th December. For advertising prices and information contact us on 825 7076 or email your inquiry to: info@raglanchronicle.co.nz
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Greater support for Christmas advice arts proposed
Park Drive Panel Beaters Park Drive Panel Beaters
More cohesive and strategic support for the region’s arts and cultural activities are the objectives of a proposed new organisation currently being considered.
Trust Waikato and Hamilton City Council, as two major funders of arts and culture in the region, have been discussing the possibility of forming a new organisation which would combine and extend the roles of Arts Waikato and Creative Hamilton. If the proposal gets the green light the new organisation is likely to be in operation from 1 July 2012. Clint Baddeley, chair of Trust Waikato, says the proposal is supported by Trust Waikato. “The two organisations have similar strengths but both have limited resources,” he said. “As the major funder of Arts Waikato and a funder of some of the activities of Creative Hamilton, we believe a single and more strategically focused organisation would greatly benefit the region’s creative communities.” Mr Baddeley says that arts in the Waikato have long been underrepresented in national funding. “With a more strategic approach we will increase funding available, increase participation and increase the number and quality of events,” he says. The city’s Mayor, Julie Hardaker, also supports the proposal which was discussed by Councillors at their meeting last week. Both Mr Baddeley and Ms Hardaker agree that the proposal represents an exciting opportunity for the development of the arts in the community and will create a much more dynamic arts sector in the region. enjoy music with your
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Your local mainly music When: Mondays & Wednesdays 9.30am Where : Te Uku Church Hall When : $3.00 per family Contact : Surfside Christian Life Centre
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Raglan Kindergarten We Welcome all enquiries and enrolments We welcome all enquiries and enrolments for children 2 for Children 21/2 and over. 1/2 and over. We offer morning (8.30-12.30), afternoon We offer Morning or Afternoon sessions, (1-3) and ‘Kindergarten sessions (8.30-3.00). fully qualifiedday’ staff and a safe,We have fully qualified stafflearning and a safe,environment. fun, learning environment. fun, Using some of your child’s ‘20 free hours’ at Kindergarten could mean no fees for you!!
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Christmas is approaching and it’s the time of year for gift giving, entertaining, holiday parties, and for many overspending and financial stress. This year, enjoy the holiday season without letting spending get the better of you. The Raglan Budget Service, in conjunction with Waikato Institute of Leisure and Sport Studies, presents “LOW COST, NO COST CHRISTMAS” - a workshop to help you make your family’s Christmas a stress free, low cost event. The workshop will be a hands-on interactive day and will cover key areas like: • Food ideas– inexpensive ideas for meals during the festive season and gift ideas – bought versus homemade gifts • Preparation – how to plan and organise to keep costs down • Financial ideas – advice about Christmas savings schemes and their benefits/pitfalls • Stress savers – ways to alleviate the pressure and worry at Christmas The workshop is being held at the Raglan Union Church Hall on 7th December 9.30 – 12.30 so join us and we will show you ways to save money and “wow” friends and families by getting creative with gifts, food and decorations. Children welcome! LOW COST, NO COST CHRISTMAS Raglan Union Church Hall, Stewart St Wednesday 7th December 9.30 – 12.30 Call 07 825 8500/825 8142 to book your place
Opinion In last week’s Chronicle, WEL Energy announced that installation of wireless “Smart-Meters’ in every home throughout Raglan was already underway and will continue until 28th Feb 2012. Public approval has not been gained, and we are concerned about the impact wireless frequencies have on our environment and our health. There is a growing body of research showing that Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR) can have adverse effects on our health. The World Health Organisation’s International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies microwave radiation from wireless radiation devices and mobile phones as Classification 2B “possible carcinogen.” This is the same class as lead, DDT and car exhaust. In May 2011 the Parliamentary Assembly Council of Europe released a document entitled ‘The Potential Danger of Electromagnetic fields and their effect on the Environment.’ It states “…certain high frequency waves used in the fields of telecommunications and mobile telephony, appear to have more or less potentially harmful, non-thermal, biological effects on plants, insects and animals as well as the human body even when exposed to levels that are below the official threshold value.” EMR can particularly affect children. The influential Council of
Europe recommends WiFi be banned from schools. In the state of Ontario, Canada, this ban has been put into place already because of concerns about potentially carcinogenic affects on children’s growing brains. Indirect effects on our health include interference with our food supply. Bees, our primary food pollinators, have shown significant negative effects from EMR, which has been linked to immune system dysfunction, disrupting bees’ ability to navigate and bee Colony Collapse Disorder. What other life-forms might be affected? Smart-meters may be equally as dangerous as cell-phones and WiFi, but at least we have the choice to turn these off when they are not in use. The EMR from a ‘Smart-Meter’ will be on 24/7, even while you and your family are sleeping. Are ‘Smart Meters’ necessary? What are our other options? Considering the health implications of wireless radiation, we should have the right to oppose the installation of these meters in our homes. Eliza and Bexie, Raglan. Websites – www.hese-prject.org/hese-uk/en/niemr/index.php www.safeschool.ca/health_warning.html Organic NZ magazine, November/December 2011, ‘Crimes Against Nature’ article by Anne Gastinger.
Letters To the editor, DRIVING – MY VIEW I have been driving ‘over the hill’ for more years than I care to remember and I have made some dumb decisions at times. I certainly am not perfect. Lately though, there has been an increase in the sheer stupidity we see on the road. Is it because drivers are worse or because the traffic has increased in volume? Probably a combination of both. I have taken to labelling these drivers and thought I’d share my observations. Some of you will recognize these people. Top Dog: This is the one that has to be in the lead and will pass everything. On corners, double yellow lines and short straights. Pushing their car to it’s limits. During commuter hours this is so pointless. I often see them up ahead in the line when we get to town. Well done sunshine, you got there 40 seconds before me. The Drifter: This scary driver travels close to the middle line and often drifts over going around a right hand bend. There are so many of them I wonder why there are not more accidents with another drifter coming the other way. The Dag: You know the one. Hangs off your rear end. TRUST me. There is nothing in my boot worth wrecking my car and yours for. Back off. The Queen: This one you see hands waving all over as the driver talks to the passenger. And the head is more often turned to the left instead of watching the road. They also drift. The Visitor: This is the frustrating one who slows to 60km on every little bend and speeds up on the few straights long enough
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to pass. They don’t know the road. I understand that, but wouldn’t you think they could pull over and let others pass? The Law: These people change the speed limit and righteously try and get us to follow suit. Again, never pulling over to allow passing. If you are comfortable driving at 75-85km per hour you carry on. But many other drivers are quite competent at the legal speed limit thank you. In my field of work we have a name for most of these drivers. Statistic. Drive safely, and with the extra summer traffic,have patience and go with the flow. Sue Gilshnan, Raglan To the editor, Every Thursday this month the Union Church Hall has been a buzz of activity thanks to Sew-vember. This was a great event, giving locals without access to sewing equipment the chance to sew, with experienced sewers providing advice and support. People created amazing things out of recycled and donated materials. Thanks so much to Vicky Beeby and Hayley Vink and the good folk of the Union Church for their outstanding organisation – you guys are stars! If anyone has a Sew-vember project that they haven’t quite finished, come down to the Environment Centre at the Town Hall and use the WEC community machine. We are open weekday mornings from 9.30. Kimberley Parlane, Whaingaroa Environment Centre Coordinator
RELIABILITY, QUALITY, PRICE CONTROL
SMART BOX
WEL NETWORKS IS INSTALLING STATE-OF-THE-ART 'SMART BOXES' AT ALL PROPERTIES WITHIN THE AREA INDICATED ON THIS MAP. This rollout â&#x20AC;&#x201C; called the WELconnect programme â&#x20AC;&#x201C; involves installing a new Smart Box at your property and a wireless communications network throughout the Waikato region.
Having this information will help WEL manage electricity throughout our network more efficiently.
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â&#x20AC;˘ Manage power in a way that helps minimise price rises in the long-term WEL will install Smart Boxes on properties in the Raglan area between 21 November and 28 February (with a break over Christmas). Your Smart Box will either replace or be installed next to your current electricity meter and looks very similar. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to note, there is no cost to you.
For more info, visit www.WELconnect.co.nz or phone 0800 800 935
Installing your Smart Box is part of WELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s programme of modernising your local electricity network, which began in 2005. This modernisation programme has included upgrading local substations, constructing the new Raglan substation, as well as undergrounding, upgrading and constructing electricity lines.
Te Uku Wind Farm Grants available $20,000 is available to support community initiatives that directly benefit the Te Uku, Waitetuna and Te Mata communities.
Applications are welcome from projects that:
For more information on eligibility or to request an application form call 0800 838 589. Applications close 16 December 2011.
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Courses, classes & workshops SUN 04 DEC Snooker & 8-Ball Christmas BBQ. SUN 04 DEC @ Te Uku Church, service 7pm. MAINLY MUSIC. Monday & Wednesday 9:30am @ Te Uku Church.
THURS 8.00AM TE UKU BEGINNERS YOGA CLASS @ THE TE UKU HALL - opposite the Te Uku 4-Square. All welcome.
MON 5 DEC @ THE RAGLAN CLUB. 500 cards, 1pm.
ZUMBA! TE UKU HALL. Monday 9.30am, Tuesday MORE YOGA @ TE UKU 6.30pm.Waitetuna School HALL. MONDAY EVENING Wednesday 6pm.Come - led practice. THURSDAY along! Sarah T 8255844 EVENING - general class. TUESDAYS @ Raglan Both nights 6:30-8pm. Club -- Texas Hold’em THURS 01 DEC @ THE 6.30pm. RAGLAN CLUB. Euchre. WED 7 DEC, RAGLAN All welcome. 6pm. RAMBLERS. Peart’s THURS @ Raglan Finger – 5km of dairy Community House farm, bush, harbour beach 10 - 1pm CV Writing and kumara pits. Assistance. FREE. All 7 DEC @ welcome. Appts required. WED BLACKSAND CAFÉ. Ph 825 8142. Knitting Circle from SAT 03 DEC Children’s 9.30am. All welcome! games afternoon. 23:30pm. On lawn at FRI 09 DEC Hāngi, $10 – pick up from 5.30pm, Stewart st. All welcome. Raglan Kindergarten. SAT 04 DEC CHAINSAW CARVING demonstration chainsaw carving at 893 old Mountain RD, Waitetuna (3.6KM from main turn off)all welcome. Starts at 9.30am to 3.30pm. There is carving work on display and for sale. 0274284555 to celebrate 14 years! Deborah or on 3rd & 4th New jewellery, at 8257837 Gold coin donation appreciated. original paintings, SUN 04 DEC CHRISTMAS PLUNKET GARAGE SALE. 10am-1pm, Raglan Town Hall. Welcome to all, find a bargain. Contact Charlotte 825 7332 to book a table. SUN 04 DEC Turkey Tournament, 8-Ball Indoor Bowls & Darts.
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ALUMINIUM RANCH SLIDER. 1600 x 2m and one aluminium window 1200 x 1200. Ph 825 0154. WOVEN NIGERIAN PLATTERS, beautiful large platters for summer BBQ’s, Right Up My Alley, Volcom Lane. www.ruma. co.nz OCEAN & EARTH surf accessories. New at Rock-It Surf Shop. 248 Wainui Road. Look for the 3 red waves. KINABOYS Stock boards Tee-shirts Only at Rock-It 248 Wainui Road.
flower pounamu. Opens Saturday 3rd Dec, 10am. Show Off warmly invites the community to their birthday celebrations on Sunday 4th at 3pm.
THURS 8.00AM. TE UKU BEGINNERS YOGA CLASS @ the Te Uku Hall opposite the Te Uku 4-Square. All welcome.
SAT 04 DEC CHAINSAW CARVING demonstration chainsaw carving at 893 old Mountain RD, Waitetuna,(3.6KM from main turn off) all welcome. Starts at 9.30am to 3.30pm. There is carving work on display and for sale. 0274284555 Deborah
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FRI 02 DEC @ Raglan Club, 7.30pm ‘til late, Gerry Lee.
SUN 04 DEC @ YOT Club. HERM DUB, Live reggae/dub/hiphop/dnb. With Guest DJs, 9.30pm onwards, $5.
Christmas has come to the Union Church Op Shop Hall, 3 Stewart St.
WED 7th DEC @ Harbour View Hotel. Sydney Comedy Road Show presents The Bad Hobbits Stand Up Tour. $10 cover charge.
Wide range of interesting gifts Reasonable prizes
One hour cardio/strength focus. Mon-Thurs, 6-7pm Fri, 11am-12 Must Pre-Book, max 3 per class. Whale Bay Fitness Studio Call Tom, 825 0404 www.whalebayfitness.com
Where: Raglan Union Church Hall Date: Wednesday 7th December Time: 09.30 – 12.30 Ring: 07 825 8500/825 8142 to book your place. Children welcome!
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donations and gifts for Raglan Community Christmas Dinner. All help welcome. Ph Sue Oliver 825 7906.
HANDYMAN . Tree Public Notices removal, house wash, do most things. Cheap rates. Ph 8250522. CARPET CLEANING SPECIAL. 3 Bdrm To Let House $120. 027470848. COMMERCIAL/ RETAIL SHOP PREMISES
SAT 3rd DEC @ YOT Club. RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE TRIBUTE, The Rebels, Imploder, S.O.S, Maida, After Dawn, $5 before 10 , $10 after , 1st 20 Free , Free CD @ door SUN 4th DEC @ YOT Club SUNDAY SESSION. DJs Jamin-i, Frano &Jet, Open
Public Notices
Public Notices
A N N U A L SENIOR CITIZEN’S C O M M U N I T Y A S S O C I AT I O N . CAROL SERVICE . Our Xmas get
Sunday 18th December, 7pm at the Union Parish, CNR Stewart St. Varied programme includes items by Raglan Ladies’ Choir and Kids’ Club. Supper to follow. Offering toward Community Christmas Dinner. Raglan Dental Clinic
9-11:30am Saturday mornings Open the 3rd, 10th & 17th December
together will be held on Thursday 1st December at the Raglan Club. Please assemble at 12 noon. Meal will be served at 12:30pm. Raffles also available.
E N C H A N T E D NAILS. Nail Art - $10. Euelash Extensions $65. Available Wed/ Thurs/Fri. Ph Brooke 021140187.
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will be closed from the 13/12/2011 till 11/01/2012
Interested in becoming an Educarer for Bizzy Buddyz? Do you want to work from home? Are you a parent wanting more social interaction for your preschooler? Do enjoy working with and along side children? Why not become an educarer with Bizzy Buddyz Home Based Childcare. We offer a competitive payment rate with an extensive toy library, training provisions, medical insurance and on going support. Please enquire now!
0800 084 314 or (07) 960 9040
Ngāti Maahanga Rohe Wānanga. Te Kaharoa Marae - Aramiro.
10.00am. Sat & Sun 3rd & 4th December. Kaupapa:Ahi kaa kōrero, answer questions and fill gaps regarding Ngāti Maahanga whakapapa and history. Review writings brought by whānau. Discuss research, reports /evidence to progress our Waitangi Tribunal claims. Overnight accommodation available, RSVP. For apologies or for a copy of the full programme, email: Administration Manager @: tainuiawhirotrust@hotmail.com or (07) 825 0259 or Miromiro on 021 421 041 Nau mai, Haere mai
Raglan CBD, 84 SQM Formerly Raglan Info Center
Ph 021 363465 or admin@shoreline.net.nz
Wanted to Buy SECTION/HOUSE
close to water in Raglan. Cash buyer, 825 6592 or 021 183 66 91.
Situations Vacant
Garage Sale
AVON
C H R I S T M A S PLUNKET GARAGE SALE . Sun 4 Dec,
Free to join. Earn money from home. Contact Jody 027 787 4973 or Sheryl 0508 2866 525.
decks from 5-6pm. Drink specials till 6. Free Entry, 3pm start.
Stress savers – Alleviate the pressure and worry at Christmas Food Ideas– Inexpensive ideas for meals, Gift ideas, Homemade gifts Financial ideas – Christmas savings schemes and their benefits/pitfalls Preparation – How to plan and organize, keep costs down
Casual Work Wanted For Sale
FRI 02 DEC @ YOT Club. MORE TEA,VICAR? Live Bluesy Rock, 9pm , $5.
Want a stress free, low cost Christmas? Come to our hands-on interactive workshop.
DEEP
Is your Christmas shopping sorted yet?
or on 3rd & 4th at 8257837 Gold coin donation appreciated.
LOW COST, NO COST CHRISTMAS Workshop
Situations Vacant
Public Notices
10am-1pm, Raglan Town Hall. Welcome to all, find a bargain. Contact Charlotte 825 7332 to book a table.
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