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Loud and clear Students test their Japanese skills

By Sam Duff

The nerves were barely showing when Wainuiomata High School students, John Martin and Julia Ji, took to the stage recently to deliver a speech completely in Japanese – a language both have only learnt in recent years. Japanese teacher, Daiji Kataoka, says he was extremely proud to see his two students stand up in front of more than 50 at Wellington High School for the Wellington Regional Japanese Speech Competition. Continued on page 2 COMMUICATORS: Wainuiomata High School students, John Martin, 15, and Julia Ji, 15, recently took part in the Wellington Regional Japanese Speech Competition. PHOTO: Emma Morgan

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Students test their skills Continued from page 1 “If I had to do a speech in front of them in English I would freak out,” Daiji says. John, 15, who has been learning Japanese at school for the past few years, picked up a highly commended award for his speech on why he loves Japan – even though he has not yet travelled to the Asian nation. “I was pretty happy,” he says. “It was the humour in my speech that got me the highly commended award.” John says in his two minute talk he spoke about the funny and interesting happenings of his Japanese class and his teacher who he describes as ‘quite funny and a bit weird.’ He says everything he knows and loves about Japan, from the festivals to the various activities, he has learnt in class. Daiji says every few years the school organises a trip for students to explore Japan and John says he would like to go on the next one. Asked what he expects the country of more than 127 million people to be like, John says ‘crowded’. Julia, 15, who has been learning Japanese for the past three years, says she first became interested in the language and culture when she started watching Japanese anime. She says she has lots of Japanese friends so having learnt the language is quite helpful for

VOCABULARY: John Martin, 15, and Julia Ji, 15, spoke loud and clear when they took part in the recent Wellington Regional Japanese Speech Competition. PHOTO: Emma Morgan

communicating with them. In her speech at the competition, in which about 40 students took part, Julia says she spoke about real friendships. “I was nervous about talking in front of lots of people,” Julia says. Daiji says it is great for students to be

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learning about another language and culture and is particularly helpful when they travel abroad. He says research shows that learning a different language makes students more aware of their own language and its grammatical ins and outs.

Almost half a million dollars worth of assets were seized by Police and staff of the Central Asset Recovery Unit in Wainuiomata last week. The assets were seized in connection to an earlier investigation into the alleged cultivation of cannabis at a Burden Avenue address. Police say they executed search warrants and restraining orders pursuant to the Criminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act 2009 on the Burden Avenue was last week the site of a large scale asset morning of Wednesday, June 24. The assets seized, which have a recovery by local Police. PHOTO: Emma Morgan

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combined value of approximately $470,000, included eight vehicles and two houses. Detective Senior Sergeant Brent Murray, from the Central Asset Recovery Unit, says the investigation is on-going. “The financial investigation is continuing to establish the extent of the benefit obtained through the criminal activity identified,” he says. “Initial enquiries indicate significant income has been generated from the cultivation and sale of cannabis.”

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Community Patrol fundraising all around the place By Aaron Meredith

The Wainuiomata Community Patrol has been low on money for a while now, and they are on a mission to solve this problem. On July 12 the team will be at Expressions Hair Designs on Wainuiomata Road raising money. The team from Expressions will be giving haircuts to eve-

ryone for gold coin donations, and the board members will also be down there having a sausage sizzle. All proceeds from the day’s activities will be donated to the community board. More donations will be coming later in the month thanks to the Queen of Jackson Pub in Petone. The patrol has been selected to receive donations from that

nights Karma Keg, when the pub cracks open a keg and people decide how much they want to pay for the beer. Once again the patrol will be on hand to help out, and raise more funds by selling raffles and support everyone who has supported the patrol over the years. The Patrol is also selling Entertainment Books to raise money. The patrol needs all the money

that can be raised to keep going and keep the streets of Wainuiomata safe. The patrol’s biggest expense is the running cost of the car, and has made many cuts in essential services to keep the patrol running as best it can.  To help out the patrol please ring the patrol on the number 0273953753.

Get on yah bike Wainui By Sam Duff

Get out the Lycra and pump up the tyres – the time is nigh for Wainuiomata locals to jump onto their bikes and go for a cycle. Funding was last week signed off by central Government on funding for the Wainuiomata Hill shared pathway. This was one of four cycle projects in Wainuiomata and Lower Hutt which were given funding through the Urban Cycle Ways Programme. The announcement follows Hutt City Council’s allocation of funds for walk and cycle networks in the city’s Long Term Plan. Funding for the Wainuiomata Hill shared pathway project allow Council to complete the connection on either side of the footbridge that is currently under construction at the Hill’s summit. The shared pathway will ultimately link up with The Beltway loop track and Eastern Bays Shared Pathway. Maungaraki resident, Barry Lissette, was last week snapped by Wainuiomata News going for a cycle along The Esplanade on the way to pick up a pie for lunch Barry, who cycles about twice a week, says extra funding

TWO WHEELS: Barry Lissette, from Maungaraki, enjoys a cycle along The Esplanade in Petone. PHOTO: Emma Morgan

inbrief news Lower Hutt Camera catching thousands Motorists are being reminded to keep their speed down at the bottom of the hill, after a high number of tickets have been handed out since it was put there. Since the instillation of the camera last year on Wainui Road, near the old Griffins site, over 8500 motorists have been caught by the one camera, who were exceeding the 50km speed limit. Exceeding the speed limit by under 10km is an instant $30 fine meaning that the one camera has generated nearly $1000 a day since it was put at the site. Originally there was also a camera on top of the Wainuimoata Hill, but was taken away soon after.

Confiscated land returned to Maori A piece of land that was taken away by the government many years ago has been returned to the Waiwhetu Marae. The land was used by US military troops in 1943, and was turned to reserve in 1964. The site has been the topic of several heated debates between the city council and Maori about its ownership. The Atiawa Cres land has strong ancestral links to local Maori, many having direct ancestors that have used it.

from the Government for urban cycleways is a great idea. Hutt City mayor, Ray Wallace, says Lower Hutt’s existing network of walk and cycle ways are well used by residents and visitors to the area. “Good walking and cycling pathways are important for healthy and well-connected communities,” he says. “Our Council put forward a strong case for why Lower Hutt should receive some of the $100 million in new funding announced by the Government

last year to accelerate cycle ways in urban centres, and we are thrilled to have received it. “Now we will be focussed on seeing all of these projects through to completion” The Beltway project, a 16 km predominantly off-road loop, has received the additional funding required to complete it. It would bring about the extension of the current shared path on the valley floor up to Taita and into a return loop to run down High Street and Cambridge Terrace and through

the rail corridor to Waiwhetu. Also funded will be the construction of a new, 12km, cycleway linking Wellington to Lower Hutt is set to begin in the next few years. The Eastern Bays Shared Path project has also been allocated funding from the Government’s Urban Cycle Ways Programme.  Should more cash be being spent on urban cycleways? Is it a waste of money? Email news@wsn.co.nz and let us know what you think.

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Pygmalion Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe is presenting George Bernard show Pygmalion. First staged in 1914, the show was a massive success and was later developed into the well-known musical ‘My Fair Lady’. Even though it is a serious topic the show is quite comedic, and is sure to be a fun night. The show will be taking place at Muritai School from Thursday July 2, information on cost and show times can be found on the website bctt.org.nz.

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After getting hitched earlier in the year local MP Trevor Mallard and new wife Jane Clifton have packed their bags for their honeymoon. Wainuiomata News understands the couple left the area last week, but mystery surrounds the destination of the dream getaway. The Wellington beltway was abuzz in December last year when Mr Mallard and Mrs Clifton tied the knot in a local ceremony attended by famous names from the world of politics. Ms Clifton, who has not been married previously, is a longtime political columnist and has previously been linked

Go the Hurricanes The Wainuiomata News is wishing the Hurricanes luck for this week’s final against the Highlanders. The game is being played at Westpac Stadium and kicks off at 7.35pm on Saturday night. If you cant make it to the game, check it out at local bars around the valley or at local sports clubs. So get out there, wear your Black and Yellow, support your local businesses and support our team as they look to make history.

to Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully. Former prime minister and current head of the United Nations Development Programme, Helen Clark, was the guest of honour at the ceremony which was held in Mr Mallard’s Wainuiomata backyard. Property tycoon Bob Jones, Labour MPs Jacinda Ardern and David Clark, political journalist Barry Soper and former deputy prime minister Don McKinnon were just a few of the more than 70 guests to attend the nuptials. Mr Mallard last week said he would be out of the area for a private break, including the two week parliamentary recess.

He said he wanted to keep the details as private as possible so declined to give further details about the break. To take leave from his Parliamentary duties for a month, Mr Mallard, who has been in Parliament since 1984, would have had to have sought leave from the Labour party whips. However, Labour party chief whip, Chris Hipkins, told Wainuiomata News that whips do not comment publically on any MP leave requests. Mr Mallard has been married before and has three children. If you were Trevor Mallard where would you have jetted off to for your honeymoon? Email news@wsn.co.nz and let us know what you think.

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By Aaron Meredith

Hutt City Libraries are inviting book lovers to a thrilling event celebrating two Wellington writers. This Thursday at 6pm at the War Memorial Library Ngaio Marsh award winners Cat Collins and Paul Thomas will talk about their crime writing stories. This is a free event and is sure to be an evening filled with fun and mystery, all about what is the most popular form of storytelling.

Wainuiomata children have the chance to be part of a community driven holiday program in the second week of the holidays. The programme has been driven by the volunteers in the centre for the community and has a very community feel about it.

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Beating the Winter Blues Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a mood disorder linked to the autumn and winter months, and is sometimes known as the “winter blues”. It is a form of depression and mild symptoms affect up to 20 percent of the population; with women more susceptible. The risk of SAD is highest in people with a history of depression.

Included in the plans is a day visit to the Wainuiomata Marae, where they will learn about Maori culture. The team recently had a barbeque fundraiser that was used to raise funds for the Marae trip, and say they have made more than enough money for the day. After not having a holiday program in the last holidays,

the volunteers decided to make sure there was one this year, and have organised everything during the week. The team has been working hard organising activities and gathering donations towards the holiday programme. There has also been a donation from Ray White Real Estate that will be put both towards the holiday program and

By Aaron Meredith

This month many people from around Wainuiomata and the Hutt Valley were invited to Sun Valley Kindergarten to unveil a new memorial garden. The garden was redeveloped in the memory of Rewa Bing, who recently passed away, and had taught at the Kindergarten from

2008 until 2012. Karen the head teacher from the school welcomed everyone to the school before there was a karakia and a waiata. Then a plaque was unveiled in memoriam of Rewa, with Trevor Mallard having the honour of being the one to do this. Karen then gave a speech about how as a new teaching team

It is also really important to look after your physical wellbeing. Make sure you get an annual check-up with your GP. Being in good physical health will also help your mental health. People who suspect they are suffering from SAD should talk to their doctor about their symptoms. The doctor will be able to rule out other conditions and recommend appropriate treatment.

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there goal was to strengthen the relationship between the kindergarten and the community. She also spoke about how special Rewa was to the Kindergarten, and how that effected everyone that she worked with. Many of those attending were struggling to hold back their tears as it was a very emotional time.

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If you think you are experiencing SAD, talk to your doctor. Treatment may be as simple as staying out in the sun for a time each day, or it may mean being treated for depression through the winter months.

Other treatments involve antidepressant drug therapy, or taking a Vitamin D supplement through the winter months.

 Information about the holiday programme can be found from the community centre, either pop down or ring them on 5645262.

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Sufferers experience a lack of energy and interest in work or activities they once enjoyed. They may put on weight by eating more due to cravings for foods high in carbohydrates. Some people may withdraw socially and sleep a lot more.

Light therapy (phototherapy) is the main treatment recommended by some doctors. This involves spending time under a special bright light in the morning or the evening. However, symptoms often return once the therapy is stopped.

the youth hangout that happens at the hub after school. The hub wants to thank Ray White Real Estate for the donation, and is looking forward to the upcoming programme.

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SAD is thought to be brought on by the lack of sunshine hours and cooler temperatures during the winter time. Decreases in light exposure could change the brain chemistry and lower serotonin levels resulting in a low mood or depression which begins in autumn or winter. It usually gets better once spring arrives.

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Wainuiomata, a history all of its own By Aaron Meredith

Wainuiomata has a long and storied history, ranging way back to the 1840’s right through its glory years in the 1950’s to the 1970’s to its rebirth now. Before settlement Wainuiomata was covered in dense forest and large swamps, all at the headwaters of the Wainuiomata Rivers. The 1855 earthquake in the region raised the swamps in the area, and encouraged European settlement. Wainuiomata remained a small farming community from this time right up until to end of the Second World War, where it experienced a population boom. Before this however Wainuiomata did not stop growing slowly though, including the building of a school in 1861 or 1862 followed by the building of a replacement building in 1908, a building which remains on the same site at Wainuiomata Primary School to this day. Wainuiomata residents played a massive part in both World Wars, 20 per cent of the population of 200 at the time served

in WW1. A major house fire in 1943 was the major cause for Wainuiomata to set up a volunteer fire brigade, which still runs to this day. During this time many clubs were formed as well in the area. A lack of parks or reserves was not enough to stop Wainuiomata forming a rugby club in 1946, and other sporting clubs soon followed. All this while there was still only around 600 people living in the area. Many streets and parks around Wainuiomata were named after some of Wainuiomata’s founding fathers, Burden Ave named after the Burden’s, Wood Street after the Wood’s, Richard Prouse Park and Mary Crowther Park named similarly. After World War Two, Wainuiomata experienced a population boost, many young families moving over the hill, this lead to the nickname ‘Nappy Valley’ for Wainuiomata. This eventually led to a business boom, with many businesses coming to the valley, names like Bata Bullets were

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synonymous with the valley. Wainuiomata for one year even had its own mayor, Harry Martin holding that distinction. During these years of growth Wainuiomata built a mall, its own pools, more schools were opened, and the hill road was relayed. There was a royal visit to the valley, the population grew to over 20,000 people. After that Wainuiomata went through a small decline, the businesses started to leave, the

population started to decline, although it has seen a small revival. Community Groups are forming with the intention of having people and businesses come to Wainuiomata, groups are helping youth get into jobs, sporting clubs are working together to improve facilities. The future is bright for the little piece of paradise over the hill from Lower Hutt, and everyone living in it is contributing to how great it could become.

Lowest rate increase By Aaron Meredith

Once again Hutt City Council has maintained one of the lowest average rates increases throughout the Wellington Region. They have done this all while continuing to invest in the growth and revitalisation of the city. Lower Hutt Mayor Ray Wallace says that this balance of fiscal responsibility and development is vital to the city’s future. “Last year we set a plan that recognised to move our city bridg e Tce

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Non for profit art organisations in the Hutt Valley region have their chance at getting some much needed funding. On June 22 the Community Arts and Culture grant round opened once again and the council is looking for local art groups to give a helping hand to. Last year nine local art organisations received funding including Hutt City Brass, whose President Emily Richards says made a huge difference to the group. “The grant covers our running costs and enables us to perform concerts for free in the community,” she says. “This has meant our audience has grown hugely, we’re now filling halls when we perform, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do without this support from Council.” The purpose of the fund is to the creative life of the Hutt Valley by supporting local arts groups so that its residents can always enjoy some sort of art. The grant does this by providing a diverse range of events that are easy to attend, creating opportunities for more people to participate in the arts, and also getting more people to view the arts. The current round is open from now until August 3, to apply online go on to the funding page on the Hutt City Council website.

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investment to the city sees average business rates reduce by an average of 0.6 per cent,” Mayor Wallace says. “This is a calculated investment by Council to promote urban and economic growth.” “Retaining a AA credit rating from Standard and Poors, a rating on par with the New Zealand Government, is also a sure sign we are on the right path,” he says. Council recently has set out its Long Term Plan, which puts money into various areas of the region, all designed to make Hutt City a great place

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readers have their say... Find out the WORD on the Street. Question: If you could change one thing about Wainuiomata what would it be? Why?

Akash Solanki, Petone

Marion Wilkinson, Wainuiomata

“Some more security. Lots of bad people go around over here (Mall car park) and cause trouble for others.”

“I would love to see my mall get more shops. I support all of these shops.”

Mark Esdot, Wainuiomata

Amy Gilbert, Brisbane

Eva Temara, Wainuiomata

“The mall. It needs more shops.”

“The shopping mall. Put more shops in and lower the price for rent because that’s half the reason they left.”

“Road access. Wainuiomata is a wonderful place to live but I also work in the Valley. So if we had better access it would do so much for business.”

Odette Howe, Wainuiomata “Wainuiomata needs to band together as a people and make things happen here because only Wainuiomata people know what they want.”

LETTERS to the editor Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication. The editor reserves the right to abridge letters or withhold unsuitable letters from publication. Send or fax them to the address on page two, or email them to aaron@wsn.co.nz. Please note that your name and street address must also be provided in e mails.

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Dear Ed, The mural behind the medical centre is so marvelous, it looks great and the children have such a fantastic job doing this. I was really impressed when I saw it in the paper that I made it a point to go round and see it in person. Well done to everyone that was involved, you should all be very

proud of what you achieved. I hope that more murals like this pop around the valley, it shows the great people in Wainuiomata and shows our history. So thank you to the students and to the teachers, you are making Wainuiomata a great place to live. R.Benjamins Wainuiomata

Dear Ed, It is very sad to read that Josh is leaving the local store down the village, for many years I have been going to the store and have always been greeted by a friendly face. I wish the new owners the best of luck, and I wish Josh the best of luck in whatever her future brings. You will be missed by all of Wainuiomata. Frank Waters

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Mayor Ray Wallace The Rangatahi Learning Centre mural looks great. Congratulations to the young, local artists who created this work that depicts the community’s past, present and future. If you haven’t seen the mural the Centre’s part of the Whai Oranga Health Centre, 7 The Strand.

And finally, you will be aware of the Local Government Commission’s decision not to proceed with the “super city’ proposal, due to overwhelming public opposition in submissions (89 per cent opposed). This is a victory for ‘people power’. Thanks to everyone who made the effort to express their views in this important issue for local democracylocal activist Mike Grigg has advocated strongly for the community on this issue.

Council was pleased to contribute to this project, and thanks to Resenes, Bunnings, Community Action Youth and Drugs (CAYAD) and the Wainuiomata Community Board for their support. It’s great to have business and organisations working together The councils of the region will now collaborate to to encourage our young people in this kind of find regional improvements. positive, creative project. It is this Council’s view that the best way forward The Wainuiomata overbridge work continues, is for enhanced shared services, where there are thanks for your ongoing patience as I know these greater efficiencies and effectiveness to be had, road works can be disruptive. The end result of a while retaining local democracy - those operating safe pathway for pedestrians and cyclists will be the shared services should remain accountable to terrific. Council will also be building a lookout at the rate payers. summit. Until next time, if you’d like to contact me please The next step will be connecting paths for email ray.wallace@huttcity.govt.nz or phone walking and cycling on either side of the hill, from Council on 04 570 6666. Wainuiomata through to Lower Hutt. We recently had the great news of additional funding from Government for this project. The Government urban cycle ways programme is also funding a loop track called “The Beltway’ that will run for 16 kms on the Mayor - Lower Hutt valley floor, an improved pathway out to the Eastern The People’s Mayor Bays and an enhanced, safer connection for cyclists between Lower Hutt and central Wellington. Over time, the Wainuiomata shared pathway will connect up with this whole network, providing fantastic access for our community to the wider region.

Paediatrician & Playwright to shares lessons in self-belief Students from Wainuiomata Intermediate were urged to ‘believe you can’ when Dr. Renee Liang, paediatrician, poet and playwright, visited the school. This was part of the Sir Peter Blake Trust ‘Dream Team’ school visits. The Dream Team, led by the Governor Lieutenant General The Rt. Hon. Sir Jerry Mateparae, aims to inspire young New Zealanders by putting in front of them role models that look and sound like them so they can say, “If they can do it, I can do it”. Dr. Liang shared with the students her personal stories and talk about the qualities leaders need: tenacity, risk taking, courage, self-belief and hard work. The Dream Team of more than 220 successful leaders includes Tim Alpe, Kathryn Wilson, Mike McRoberts, Paula Penfold, Sir Ray Avery, Georgia Barnett and a wideranging list of New Zealand adventurers, CEOs, business leaders, doctors, politicians and community champions. Shelley Campbell, CEO of the Sir Peter

Blake Trust says the children are the most important. “Our kids are really proud Kiwis. They want to be inspired. They care about New Zealand’s future,” she says. “It can take just one person to spark the imagination and self-belief of a Kiwi kid and that’s really exciting.” “The feedback we get from schools is amazing. These leaders will dare 10,000 of our children from around the country to believe they can be the future of New Zealand,” she says. Sir Peter Blake Trust Leadership Week begins with the Trust’s annual Leadership Awards, on Friday 26 June, where the prestigious Blake Medal will be presented, along with six Sir Peter Blake Leadership Awards. Leadership Week concludes with Red Socks Day on Friday 3 July. #believeyoucan is the theme of this year’s leadership week. The students will also be given ‘dream’ cards to write down what they believe they can achieve.

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Tender View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5299 Annette Smith P 04 564 0005 M 027 5051027 E annette.smith@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

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Arakura, 66 Westminster Rd House Plus Flat

Private & tranquil lifestyle living with fruit trees, native birds, bush & pond. • 4yr old Mod 3 brm home with all the extras • Big,16x16m Barn including Amenities. • Separate Hobby Room incl Amenities - perfect for extended family or as a B&B.

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"Parkway Pleasure"

A property with options! 3 bedroom family home with ensuite, garage workshop + a free-standing 1 bedroom flat at the back. Put your extended family in the flat or go for a high yielding rental investment opportunity. Good parking, bus & school nearby. For Sale $295,000 Open Sun 5th July 12.00-12.30pm View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5214 Leith Gunn P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940 E leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

Do you prefer a smart floor plan & modern design with lovely presentation in a desirable location? There are 3 bedrooms, Heatpump, Aluminum Joinery & a garage. View this wonderful Parkway home today!

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Wainuiomata 1048 Coast Road Your Chance To Live The Dream!

For Sale $310,000 Open Sunday 5th July 12.45 - 1.15pm View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5307 Leith Gunn P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940 E leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

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4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 large living areas, large modern kitchen, 6.19 hectares with flat paddocks, 6 metre bore with 25,000L tank provides fresh water, woodburner, heatpump, DVS & double garage with internal access.

Central, 5 Lincoln Grove Quality Family Living

For Sale $770,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5286 David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E david.selig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

Quiet cul-de-sac & elevated from road. Designer kitchen with lots of space, double oven & big gas hobs. Great views, sep dining & large living. Extra space downstairs with 2 extra bedrooms along with another lounge. No probs spreading out here! Tender Closes 1.00pm, Thurs 16th July 2015 Open Sun 5th July 12.30pm-1.00pm View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5306 Team Selig - David P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

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Pencarrow, 45 Trelawney Rd Create Some Added Value!

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Parkway, 15 Wetherby Gr

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Arakura 3 Dublin Street *After Deadline Sale*

This 3 double bedroom home has large open plan living with rustic decor. Galley style kitchen & separate laundry. Has a closed wood burner for those cold nights! Double garage with carport on large section with potential to subdivide - add another home onto the property, keep one & sell the other! For Sale $390,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5304 Team Selig - David P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

All offers considered from 12pm, 2nd July. Looking for your first home? This 3 double bedroom home is located not far from the centre of town & on a good sized section. Combined kitchen & dining, separate living with heat pump & close to public transport. For Sale $229,000 Open Sun 5th July 1.15pm-1.45pm View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5308 Team Selig - David P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

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Parkway, 53 Kairanga Cres Great Parkway Location!

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Homedale, 30 Hine Road Popular Location!

A 3 bedroom family home close to the foot of the Hill allowing a short drive to Lower Hutt. It’s in Parkway close to Schools & public transport. Galley style kitchen, combined dining & generous lounge area. Private yard for you to create a lovely entertaining area. For Sale $229,000 Open Sunday 5th July 11.45 - 12.15pm View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5293 Team Selig - David P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E david.selig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

Large family home in sought after Homedale. Offers 4 Bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, generous living & dining. Entertain on the private deck & patio area. Great tiered section & double garage with workshop. Close to School, shops, river, bush walks & transport. For Sale $325,000 Open Sun 5th July 12.00 - 12.30pm View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5282 Nicky Cooper P 04 564 0004 M 027 307 2999 E nicky.cooper@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

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Coast, 491 Coast Road

Central, 60 Hyde Street

• Driveway already in place • Access to Artesian water spring. • 15 Hectares of land.

• 4 Bedrooms, Master with Private Deck • 2 Bathrooms • Double Garage

For Sale $180,000 E: nicky.cooper@harcourts.co.nz View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5247 Team Cooper - Nicky Cooper P 04 564 0004 M 027 307 2999

For Sale $285,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5228 Team Cooper - Nicky Cooper P 04 564 0004 M 027 307 2999 E: nicky.cooper@harcourts.co.nz

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DOGS HELP Composed by Tony Watling 24th June 2015

Our Mallard who was flying high. He saw upon the ground. Mans best friend in club near by. That train both dog and hound. Each Neighborhood needs support. These groups are forming fast. If help required then please report. These bonds that form should last. Firewood 2m3 Seasoned Pine $180. Ph 0220831542

FIREWOOD FOR SALE SEASONED: Gum 4m³ $510, 2m³ $300: 4m³ Douglas-Fir $530(BEST BUY), 2m³ $310: Macrocarpa 4m³ $530, 2m³ $310: Split Pine 4m³ $390, 2m³ $240: COMBO’S Gum & D/Fir $540: Gum & Mac $540: Gum & S/ Pine $470, D/Fir & Mac $530: D/Fir & S/Pine $480: Mac & S/Pine $480:

Parent By-Elec tion Results

The Club Annual General Meeting will take place on Monday 6 July 2015 at 7.00pm at the Wainuiomata Rugby League Clubrooms All Members Welcome

Declaration of Parent By-Election Results Parent representatives votes: Name Leah Clark Maree Cody Keri Coleman Karl Cutter Whitney Morgan Helena Patuwai Awhina Vailima Invalid Votes:

Votes 40 14 58 78 61 23 63 14

I hereby declare the following duly elected: Karl Cutter Awhina Vailima Whitney Morgan Signed: Hayley Lawrence, Returning Officer

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by top-qualified electrician with record of over fifty years of giving locals the lowest cost “around-theclock” service, just phone 977-8787 or 021-0717-674 or email jack.powell@outlook.com

A Teacher Aide is required to work at Wainuiomata High School; start date to be negotiated (preferable start Term Three). Full clean drivers licensed essential. The successful applicant would ideally be available to work between 9:00am and 3:00pm Monday to Friday (days negotiable) for approximately 16 hours per week, with the potential for increased hours in the future. Phone: 04 938 3224 Fax: 04 939 7016 Email: office@wainuiomatahigh.school.nz

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Dedicated High School team The Wainuiomata High School team was rewarded for a hard working performance last Friday with a 2 all draw with Kapiti College. But that was not the only good news for the squad with vice-captain Paris Coleman being selected for the Wellington under 15 Girls development squad. The Wainuiomata senior womens team continued their dominating season with yet another victory, defeating Upper Hutt 4-0. Both teams were scoreless at halftime, but Wainuiomata kept exerting pressure and Upper Hutt eventually wore down. Wainuiomata then scampered away with the convincing victory.

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Wainuiomata top team goes down to Naenae By Aaron Meredith

The Wainuiomata Capital Two side had a disappointing result this weekend going down to Naenae. The 2-1 result pushes the team down to fifth on the table, with 19 points, something the team will be disappointed about considering the great start they had to the season. The Wainuiomata Capital Four side had a much better result however defeating Island Bay United HHH 2-0 at Richard Prouse Park. The result lifts the team up to eighth on the ladder with 11 points. In Capital Six, the Wainuiomata Undertakers went down 3-1 to North Wellington City at Brian Heath Park.

The result leaves them on eighth on the Capital Six ladder, with nine points registered over their 11 games. The results didn’t get too much better in Capital 11, Halfbaked drew 2 all with Western Suburbs, while the Roundballs went down 3-0 to the Island Bay Marmossets. After the round Halfbaked are sitting in fifth on the table with four points, while the Roundballs have yet to get off the mark in the second round of fixtures. The Wainuiomata Women’s side showed the men’s teams how to do things however, destroying Naenae 6-0. They are now sitting in second on the table with seven points after three games in the second round. Next week sees Wainuiomata’s Capital

League boys continue momentum By Aaron Meredith

The Wainuiomata Rugby League Premiers continued their form with another dominating win over the weekend. This time they went up to Upper Hutt and beat the Tigers 56-10 in another dominating performance. This result leaves them in third on the table on 17 points, only three behind grade leaders, the Te Aroha Eels who have 20 points.

In other games the Wainuiomata Indigenous Lions defeated the Wainuiomata Fitzroy Lions by 36-26, in an interclub battle at Wise Park. The result pushes the Indigenous Lions up to third on the table, with twelve points, while the Fitzroy Lions are in fifth with eight points. Next week the Premiers are at home against the Porirua Vikings, the game at Wise Park will kick off at 2.30pm. The Reserves are at home in the curtain

raiser against the Titahi Bay Marlins with a 1pm kick off scheduled. The Fitzroy Lions are also at home, playing the Randwick Kingfishers at 1pm on Wise Park field three. The only team that is playing away this weekend is the Indigenous Lions when they the Porirua City Phoenix at 1pm at Cannons Creek Park. All the teams are wanting as much support as they can get, so get out there and support the teams.

Wainuiomata keep Jubilee Cup hopes alive By Aaron Meredith

A much needed win came for the Wainuiomata premiers on Saturday, a win that keeps their hopes of recording their first Jubilee Cup title alive. Wainuiomata started the game extremely well, and took control of the game from that point, building a handy 19-6 lead at half time. The team then continued this form in the second half, piling on the points for a 37-20 victory in front of their faithful home supporters. The bonus point result brings them up to sixth on the table on six points, four points behind Petone who are sitting in fourth. The Premier Reserves also had a much needed win, handily defeating Wellington by 27-8, a win that lifts them up into the top spot of the HD Morgan Memorial Cup. Next week both teams travel out to Miramar to play Oriental Rongotai at the Polo Grounds, the Premiers must win this game to have any chance of qualifying

BIG HIT: Josh Robertson-Weepu nails Hilton Mexted with a big hit.

for the knockout rounds. The Premier Reserves are playing at 1pm, while the Premiers play at 2.45pm. In other games the Wainuiomata women destroyed Poneke 68-5 to keep themselves

at the top of the senior women’s table. The Wainuiomata Colts won their game via default against Old Boys University Black, The Wainuiomata 85kg side went down 20-0 to Stokes Valley.

TACKLE EVADER: Tau Mamea weaves through the Wellington defence.

Two side at home against Douglas Villa, a 2.30pm kick off is scheduled to take place. In Capital Four Wainuiomata plays against the Tawa Bulldogs with a 2.30pm kick off scheduled at Kura Park. The Wainuiomata Undertakers are also away, playing the Lower Hutt City Mooseknuckles at Fraser Park, a 1pm kick off is scheduled. On Sunday The Wainuiomata Women’s side plays the Brooklyn Northern United Pretenders at St Pats Town at 3pm. On Monday evening both Capital 11 sides are in action, Halfbaked plays the North Wellington Rampage at 6.30pm at Petone Memorial Park. The Roundballs travel to Wakefield Park to play the Island Bay Piglets at 7.40pm.

Sports with Aaron Meredith

20 years on, the right team definitely did win 20 years ago, South Africa defeated New Zealand in the 1995 Rugby World Cup Final, and some All Blacks fans have never forgiven the South Africans. A story about a waitress named Suzie food poisoning our great team came out, yes we were sick, but I do not buy this story. The All Blacks in 1995 were by far the best team at the World Cup, they had marched through the opposition teams with ease, look at these results. Defeated Ireland 43-19, defeated Wales 34-9, and defeated Japan 145-17 in pool play. In the quarter finals they defeated Scotland 48-30, and we all know what Jonah did in the 45-29 destruction of England in the Semi Final. I admit when this world cup took place, I was only six, I probably am not even slightly qualified to comment on this tournament, but these results were amazing. What was happening in South Africa at the time, was much bigger than a simple rugby tournament however. The country was going through an evolution of sorts, and President Nelson Mandela saw a chance to use sports to complete the change. What happened in that game is irrelevant really, what is of more importance is the fact the Mandela walked out in a Springbok jersey. To understand the full story of how Mandela used the game to change his country I recommend watching two things, the film Invictus and the ESPN Documentary, The 16th man. From watching these films I have come to understand that the 15-12 result meant more to that country than it ever could for ours. It was effectively the rebirth of the country, the first time that white and coloured people embraced each other, the final nail in the coffin of apartheid. I have never been to South Africa, I can’t begin to understand what Nelson Mandela meant to that country, I will never understand what the people of South Africa went through. All I know is what I have seen, what I have read, what people have told me, what documentaries have shown me. This was bigger than a simple rugby tournament, if you are still holding on to the belief that we were poisoned, get over it, to us it was a game, to them it was much, much bigger.

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