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Wānaka District: The dark red indicates growth rates over 30 percent.
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ānaka knew it was growing but now the numbers are in from the 2018 census and the little town on the edge of the most beautiful lake in the country has skyrocketed to the top of the growth statistics. The census shows the total combined population of Queenstown Lakes ‘usually resident population’ is 39,153. In Wānaka district, the total population is 13,041. As a district, Queenstown Lakes has grown by 38.7 percent since the last census in 2013 — the fastest growing district in New Zealand. However, when those numbers are broken down, the pace of growth in Wānaka outstrips Queenstown. The census divided Wānaka District into 10 statistical areas (SAs), whilst Queenstown was divided into 19. In Wānaka, all but Cardrona and Outer Wānaka (Mt Aspiring National Park) were over the 30 percent highest growth rate threshold. Cardrona was still high,
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in the 20.1 to 30 percent category. However, out of Queenstown’s 19 SAs, only eight were over the 30 percent growth threshold. When examining the occupied dwellings rate, the difference between Queenstown and Wānaka are striking. Queenstown has seven SAs with over 50% of dwellings unoccupied — in reality, many of those houses are used as short-term holiday accommodation. The majority of Wānaka sits between 1020% unoccupied. In regards to housing, the pressure in Hāwea stood out; their unoccupied dwellings has dropped considerably, whilst their occupancy has gone from 357 houses occupied in 2013, to 462 in 2018. Since 2013, the number of occupied dwellings in Wānaka has gone from 2721 to 3675. In response to the release of the data, Queenstown Lakes District Council said, “QLDC has known for a number of years that Queenstown Lakes is the fastest growing district in New Zealand. Continued on page 2 Archie, age 4, has a message for grown ups.
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Wakatipu Distric:. Dark red indicates growth over 30 percent, dark orange 20-30 percent, and light orange 10-20 percent.
Continued from page 1 The Wānaka Sun asked QLDC if council’s “As a result we have set up a process to update investment in infrastructure correctly reflects our population projections. We have been the fact that Wānaka is growing faster than eagerly awaiting the release of the census to check Queenstown however no direct answer was given. on our population projections and update them accordingly; this will include updating our data At a glance: Census resident population to include the new statistical area units. 2013 2018 “A number of factors are taken into Wanaka Central 876 1263 consideration when updating the QLDC Wanaka West 1323 1725 projections. These include census results; Wanaka Waterfront 1374 2121 migration; housing and business land Wanaka North 1614 2412 capacities and projected capacities; building Albert Town 1287 2031 and resource consent data; and data from the Cardrona 507 633 government and other parties. Upper Clutha Valley 879 1257 “The next update of the QLDC population projections is due to take place in December Lake Hawea 798 1200 2019 and will incorporate the census results. Outer Wanaka 378 399 The updated QLDC population projections Total: 9036 13041 will inform the Ten Year plan.”
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Protestors from around NZ gathered at the Millennium Hotel to protest the Petroleum Conference.
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A small but close knit, vocal group travelled over from Wānaka to join Queenstown members of Extinction Rebellion; they were joined with several other climate justice groups from around New Zealand to protest against ‘New Zealand’s premier and largest upstream gas and oil event’. “[We wanted] to show PEPANZ they need to make changes much quicker than they are, if they want to stay in the energy market. Given the small amount of time we had, we consider the action a great success,” said ER organiser, Anna Simmonds. The 2019 New Zealand Petroleum Conference took place at the Millenium Hotel in Queenstown from September 29 to October 1. The annual event brings together government officials, industry leaders, international experts, regulators and service providers. The counter-conference involved a vibrant roadside demonstration displaying creative signs, music, chants and speeches including a loud audio playing of teen activist Greta Thunberg’s emotional speech to the UN. “We're here today just to stand up to this industry and say enough is enough. Business as usual is over. We want renewable energy. It's 2019 this is no longer acceptable. Their social license has expired.” said protestor Jack Brazil of Environmental Justice Ōtepoti. “We've got OMV inside who are planning to drill in Taranaki and the Great South Basin. And they are one of the 100 companies responsible for 71 percent of emissions.” Brazil added, “Even last year 200,000 dollars of taxpayer money was spent policing the event. Effectively the police were working as private security for a multi-trillion-dollar industry, so it's pretty shameful they were hoisting that expense onto
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the public. We've always been peaceful, we've always been nonviolent, so I'm not sure why the police are here.” Area commander of Otago Lakes Central, Inspector Olaf Jensen, said, “The role of police is to ensure safety and uphold the law, while recognising the lawful right to protest. The actions of police are always dictated by the situation presented to us. I can confirm police spoke to the protest group about damage caused to a hotel window yesterday morning.” PEPANZ, the industry association of the upstream oil and gas sector, is the organiser of the petroleum conference, and its chief executive Cameron Madgwick contacted The Wānaka Sun to express his support of the right to protest. Madgwick also believed it “good news” that demonstrators did not try to prevent the conference coming together, which he said showed its participants “share some views with the protestors”. However, Simmonds said, “I am disappointed in the Wānaka Ward councillors who did not even reply to invitations to attend the protest and to write to the organisers of the conference to express their displeasure. Dunedin Mayor Dave Cull's response to the Minerals Forum in Dunedin shows a different approach is possible, and I'm hopeful the day those who want to keep their seat at the table are brave enough to speak out with real honesty is nearing ever closer. And that those of us in community recognise how important it is to support candidates who have the courage to look beyond the next election cycle.” Protester Jillian Sullivan experienced a range of responses from drivers by over the course of the day, including a bus driver swearing at her with her grandchildren present. “I’m amazed at how rude some people were. But most people were smiling, honking, giving waves, one bus driver even lifted his cap to us – that was awesome.” said Sullivan.
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Waitaki Member of Parliament Jacqui Dean said she is moving forward with plans for a Wānaka birthing unit idea because “Upper Clutha mothers need it.” Dean said the lack of a birthing unit in town is something she has been concerned about for 18 months. While the idea has a ways to go before coming to fruition, Dean said a local group from the community is already looking at forming a charitable trust, raising funds and meeting with midwives and mothers in the area. “A new birthing unit will require a capital investment of about half a million dollars," said Dean. "National will provide a dollar for every dollar raised by the local community, in addition to funding $500,000 in estimated annual operating costs." She said public involvement in the project is essential so it ensures local ownership and community buy-in around “what is effectively a significant regional asset.” According to a spokesperson from Dean's office, local maternity services have not improved despite ongoing contact
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with the Southern District Health Board (SDHB) and the Health Minister. The spokesperson said Dean got the process started on the concept for a local birthing unit and encouraged a group of local people who are keen to run with this proposal. The idea is that the group will reportedly work with local midwives and mothers to ensure the best outcome for the community while Dean supports the initiative. Dean said she has met with the SDHB and outlined the proposal, but specific involvement details have yet to be confirmed noting the DHB’s ongoing research of Central Otago maternity service needs. In related news, when asked for an update on the much anticipated Wānaka maternal and child hub, Mary Cleary Lyons, SDHB general manager of primary care and population health told the Wānaka Sun, “We are currently working through the design and consent process and will have a clearer understanding of the timeframe for the permanent hub once this is complete. In the meantime we are continuing to support the interim hub services and work with local midwives and health care professionals on the best configuration of the new facility.”
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5G’s arrival in Central Otago divides opinion Last week Alexandra was the first region in the country to have 5G switched on. The capabilities are only available to a handselected group of customers within the area, however, Spark says it is expected to have a positive impact on regional growth through start-ups and the likes of digital nomads who are able to choose Central Otago to live and work remotely. This 5G rollout will possibly soon see Hāwea affected, as Spark was recently given a consent to erect a 16m cell tower. With this comes a lot of concern around 5G, and the additional 6m added to the tower, with cell towers usually only 10m high. This impending rollout has seen some local residents worried about the health implications, with some even going so far as to claim it will “kill us” on local community pages. While there doesn’t appear to be any scientific evidence to back this claim up, scientists agree that recent research confirms that current exposure limits are right to remain where they are. There is a fear that 5G will bring increased RF radiation exposure. The World Health Organisation has classified non-ionising RF Radiation as being “possibly carcinogenic to humans.” To put this into perspective, other things on this list with the same label include kava, lead, petrol, Asian pickled vegetables and carpentry. Over the last 60 years, a large number of studies have been
done into the health implications of RF radiation. This latest rollout of 5G sees the same research still applicable, and national health standards, which dictate exposure levels, are to remain as they are. A comment was made by Professor Keith Petrie, from the University of Auckland, “The majority of studies show that there is no relationship between weak electromagnetic field exposure and symptoms or health. Some people report that they are sensitive to the electromagnetic fields used in mobile phones and wifi. Studies show that such people do experience symptoms, but only when they know they are being exposed. In double-blind conditions where they are exposed without knowing whether the electromagnetic field is on or off, no reliable effects are apparent.” 5G is expected to have a positive effect on productivity and economic growth, with claims that 5G networks could increase the capability of current networks by up to 40 times. However, one local Hāwea resident has pointed out that 5G seems redundant for Hāwea given that cell phone signal in the area is patchy and internet connections have been majorly disrupted since fibre was installed. – By Bella Couwenberg
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The active ingredient in Round Up, is Glyphosate – one of the herbicides used by council for spraying weeds.
Council chemicals on local berms Emma Conyngham
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The use of Glyphosate as a herbicide made the 6pm news on Monday night for being used on Christchurch berms, despite it being banned by council due to suspected carcinogens. There is a range of herbicides used by Queenstown Lakes District Council on the road network in various volumes and frequency, depending on what is being targeted: AGPRO Organosilicone, AGPRO Blue Marker Dye, AGPRO Meturon, AGPRO Trichloram Brushkiller and AGPRO Glyphosate 36. Council said, “QLDC has undertaken trials of alternative sprays in the past, but they have proved both ineffective, expensive, or a mixture of both. “QLDC’s parks and reserves team continues to look at market alternatives and keep up to
date with developments here, and we would certainly consider the use of an organic product provided it proves to be effective on targeted species of plant, and cost-effective.” If you are a property owner or resident who does not want to have the road frontage of your property sprayed with herbicide, you can request to be added to QLDC’s No Spray Register. You can also request to have your property removed from the list if you no longer want to be on it. One of the conditions of being added to the No Spray List is that you must agree to take over the control of noxious weeds in your road frontage, including: the verge, footpath, and the kerb and channel area of the carriageway. If you do not control the weeds in the road frontage of your property, QLDC and its contractors will resume spraying. The No Spray Register is at: qldc.govt.nz/ council-online/online-forms/no-spray-register.
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Aspiring Rotary’s second annual Pinc and Steel Cancer Rehab Fundraising Fun-Walk/Run successfully raised $3000 last Sunday for cancer patients to access Central Lakes Physio’s cancer rehabilitation programmes. More than 100 people registered (101 to be exact) to raise money and walk or run 5k for the cause.
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Last week, locals across the Upper Clutha banded together to embrace Chinese Language Week. Derek Melnick from Skydive Wānaka was heavily involved in raising Chinese language awareness, and thinks that learning basic phrases will go a long way. “China is New Zealand's second largest visitor market, and without them visiting our region businesses would suffer significantly and so too would the local job market,” he said. Melnick does a fair amount of business between his local businesses and his Chinese business partners. He says that his ties in China have, “been one of the most significant markets supporting our success in recent years, aiding in our ability to employ over 200 staff in the region.” He says that in order to learn a few everyday Chinese terms and phrases, locals should visit the Chinese Language Week website which has a number of great resources available. He added that, “another thing that really helps [to learn the language] is to engage more with the local Chinese living and working amongst our community. They are some of the most valued resources to help us bridge the gap in understanding the culture and language.” His team at Skydive Wānaka produced five business cardsized reference cards for their staff to use with customers. Related to everyday business life, the cards helped to bring a
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Skydive Wānaka staff were given small cards to increase their knowledge of the Chinese language.
more authentic experience between Melnick’s staff and his Chinese customers. He concluded that, “at the end of the day, China is very much a global player and trade partner of New Zealand's and geographically a very close neighbour too. Building closer ties and developing mutual understanding is without a doubt a lot more possible if you can break down barriers and connect better — something language is a fundamental element toward achieving.”
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Queenstown Lake District Council (QLDC), in support of the Smokefree Aotearoa 2025 target, has teamed up with Southern Stop Smoking Service to offer residents several free quit smoking sessions this October. The sessions will be held in Wānaka, Frankton and Queenstown and led by smoking cessation practitioner Debbie Swain-Rewi, who has over ten years of experience helping people throughout the district quit smoking. “While giving up smoking is hard, it’s also one of the best things you can ever do”, said Swain-Rewi. “The benefits are immediately noticeable and, in the long run, can add years to your life. We recognise how hard is to quit on your own. This is why we’re holding these sessions for free; no appointment is necessary, and we encourage anyone and everyone to join in. The skills you learn will last a lifetime.” QLDC people and capability director Meghan Pagey has encouraged QLDC staff to seize the opportunity.
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“We support all QLDC staff who want to quit smoking, and encourage them to make the most of these sessions,” said Pagey. “Giving up smoking has tremendous benefits. As this is a great opportunity we will make time for staff to attend sessions across the district. From a wellbeing perspective, we encourage other employers to do so as well.” The Wānaka sessions will be held at the Lake Wānaka Centre from 12pm to 1pm on October 7, 14 and 21. There is no need to register—just drop in on the day for free advice and support.
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Dr Nicola Crauford has been appointed as a director of Pioneer Energy Limited in place of the Warren McNabb who recently announced his retirement. Chair of Central Lakes Trust (CLT) and owner of Pioneer Energy Ltd, Linda Robertson, said, “Nicola has extensive governance and senior management experience, combined with a background in infrastructure and engineering, she brings a combination of technical, commercial and strategic skills that will prove extremely valuable to the board of Pioneer Energy,”. Pioneer Energy has supplied renewable power to New Zealand communities and businesses for more than 80 years. “We are delighted to welcome Nicola on to our board. With a strategic plan over the next 10 years that includes seeking out growth opportunities and increasing diversity, as well as a range of innovative development projects, Dr Crauford’s reputation for assisting organisations in new environments will make a welcome addition to the board table as we endeavour to deliver on our change objectives.” said chair of Pioneer Energy, Stuart Heal. “I am confident with Dr Crauford’s wide range of skills, governance experience and industry knowledge, and her outstanding track record for management and leadership she will be an asset to the board”. Crauford is the present chair of GNS Science and UFB Connect, a joint governance board for Chorus and Visionstream, a chartered fellow of the Institute of the Directors in New Zealand, and a chartered professional engineer and
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The new director of Pioneer Energy Limited, Dr Nicola Crauford.
international professional engineer. Plus, a director for Watercare Services and Environmental Protection Authority, and a previous Director of Genesis Energy and Orion New Zealand. The organisation owns and operates a diverse range of energy assets, products and investments throughout the country. Pioneer Energy also develop, own and operate innovative, clean energy plants for New Zealand businesses. “Through several strategic investment partnerships, Pioneer has access to a continued pipeline of growth options. These growth options will contribute to the development of a sustainable energy future for New Zealand," Heal added. “It’s important we equip the board with the skills to take us into the future.”
Makeover for Hāwea restaurant
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A volunteer helps a woman at a previous Stroke Foundation of New Zealand’s Big Blood Pressure Check day.
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The community will have a chance to get their blood pressure checked for free this Saturday at New World Wānaka. The opportunity is part of the Stroke Foundation of New Zealand’s annual Big Blood Pressure Check day, which runs throughout NZ at PAK’nSAVE and New World market locations this month, including New World Cromwell. Now in its 11th year, this is the first time the campaign will run for the whole month of October at Unichem and Life Pharmacies. According to the Stroke Foundation of New Zealand, there are no symptoms associated with high blood pressure, therefore the only way to know if you are affected is to get tested.
“Getting a free blood pressure check this month could be a life saver,” said Mark Vivian, Stroke Foundation of New Zealand CEO. “High blood pressure is the leading cause of stroke. One in five New Zealanders has high blood pressure but about a third of these people don’t know it.” The Stroke Foundation of New Zealand team encourages everyone older than 45 years old to have an annual blood pressure check. They said a person with high blood pressure is up to seven times more likely to have a stroke than someone with normal or low blood pressure. In the past 10 years, The Stroke Foundation of New Zealand has offered free blood pressure checks to around 150,000 New Zealanders during the Big Blood Pressure Check day.
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Gone are the 90s rust-red walls and tired timber tables — Sailz Restaurant, now newly christened as Hāwea Store & Kitchen has had a makeover and is now open for business. Owners, Hamish and Erica MacKay have brought the town’s only restaurant upto 2019 aesthetics whilst retaining its rustic, small-town charm. The couple purchased the business in 2017, then spent the next two years getting to know the community and suppliers. They quickly realised it was more than a grocer, restaurant, bar, post office and information centre. It was the hub of Hāwea, where bump-ins went on for hours and family and community events were celebrated. “We have built bench seat along one of the walls, from recycled timber from Christchurch,” said MacKay. “The squabs
and cushions were made by Wānaka Upholstery which is a guy here in Hāwea; we tiled above the fireplace; took all the shelving back and sanded it all and oiled. The door is new, and there’s a new wine rack wall.” All the workmanship and design was all done by local people. “Our kitchen’s philosophy is one of honesty and pride, as we show off our region’s many talents. Not just the fruits of our labour, but the land the produce is grown from, the farmers who tend it and the chefs from all corners who prepare the food we offer, dishing up a world of culture and flavour.” “The menu has been evolving so it’s not a drastic change from the food we have been doing, but there is a seasonal change, and we’ve developed it so there are a few more items people can share, or bigger plates that tables can have together, plus the staples the locals love.” Hāwea Store & Kitchen is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.
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I’m Jim Boult,
Mayor of the Queenstown Lakes District. I’m standing for re-election in the local government elections on October 12. I've lived in the Queenstown Lakes District for nearly 40 years. Its wellbeing - socially, environmentally and economically - is vitally important to me. This term of elected members have achieved a great deal - on affordable housing, bed tax, more environmentally sound transport options, freedom camping management - to name just a few. But there's still work to do, to ensure our district remains a wonderful place to live. Here's my thoughts and proposals for the Upper Clutha, if I'm re-elected: Wanaka Airport: I've given you my word, domestic flights will not be reintroduced at Wanaka Airport unless that is desired by the Upper Clutha community. The social and economic impact studies will involve significant community engagement. They'll also look at all environmental impacts. The purpose of reintroducing domestic flights from Wanaka Airport would be to service the Upper Clutha community and ease the pressure on Queenstown Airport, as there's currently 400,000 Upper Clutha-based passenger movements through Queenstown Airport a year. If the Upper Clutha community doesn't want that, it will not happen. But we need to give all community members the opportunity to have their say. Currently there's vocal opposition from some community members, but I'm personally hearing from many who support the proposal. And, to be clear, there's no intention to use Wanaka Airport for international flights. There are already three international airports in the South Island. I'm aware a QAC staff member was reported by the ODT discussing trans-Tasman flights, but those comments are not supported by QLDC which owns 75% of QAC. Some community members have also questioned whether narrow-body jets would be needed, if the community wanted Wanaka-Auckland flights. In my experience as the former CEO of Christchurch Airport, airlines would not fly Wanaka-Auckland in a turboprop/ATR. It is not economically viable. Turbo-prop/ATR aircraft would be suitable for any other likely destination from Wanaka. Environmental issues: the QLDC has declared a climate change emergency and is close to adopting a Climate Change Plan, to ensure all our communities are prepared for the impacts of climate change and a zero carbon future, and our buildings and infrastructure are resilient to climate change. The QLDC itself has set a goal to be greenhouse gas and carbon emissions free by 2050. We're lobbying the ORC to do more to clear our lakes of Lake Snow, and ensure consents granted contain conditions to prevent run-off into lakes. The updated district plan puts greater protection around our iconic landscapes. Affordable housing: I'm excited the Mayoral Taskforce on Housing and the Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust have made significant
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progress. Innovative new ownership schemes have been introduced and the criteria widened, making more people eligible. These include the Secure Home scheme, where the land value is not included in the property price. The trust retains ownership of the land and the home-owner pays the trust minimal rent for the land. There are also currently around 200 affordable sections available in subdivisions either underway or planned, and the Government's new inclusionary zoning will make it easier to increase this number. We're working on plans to provide accommodation for our seasonal workforce, with developers building worker accommodation and businesses introducing innovative ideas to house staff. The QLDC has a target of 1000 affordable homes by 2028. I believe this is achievable and I will work with the housing trust to ensure we're on track. I'm very proud to say the Government has told the QLDC it's doing more for housing than any other council in the country. Let's be clear, these more affordable homes are for the 600 people on the trust's waiting list - our teachers, nurses, police, to name just a few of our essential services. It's not about attracting new people to our district with the promise of more affordable housing. Visitor levy: The QLDC's Ten Year Plan, adopted last year, addresses fixing our ageing and inadequate infrastructure, including wastewater and stormwater networks, and roading. I've finally secured Government support for a visitor levy (bed tax) across our district. It involves commercial accommodation providers collecting a levy, a system which is used throughout the world. It will contribute at least $23 million a year toward these infrastructure costs. One of my mayoral opponents, who owns commercial accommodation, believes it should not fall on just accommodation providers to collect the levy. If we expect other businesses to also collect the levy, yes, the sum collected will be greater, but locals will have ended up paying the levy as well as their rates/ rent. Commercial accommodation is the only business most locals don’t use, and 81% percent of locals who voted in the referendum supported this system. It's also the system the Government has agreed to progress - we risk losing that vital support if we allow it to be meddled with. Transport: I'm eager to extend the $2 bus service to the Upper Clutha, servicing Wanaka, Albert Town, Hawea and, if there's community support, Luggate. The service is very popular in the Wakatipu Basin, with passenger numbers growing from 30,000 a month to 130,000 since its introduction. I'll also gauge interest in Cromwell to Wanaka, and Cromwell to Queenstown, commuter services. My ultimate goal is an environmentallysound public transport system that does not rely on roads.
A comprehensive active travel network (cycle and walkways) in the Upper Clutha is budgeted this term. The QLDC secured NZTA funding for between 100% and 50% of Queenstown's $40 million network, and I'm confident the NZTA will also support an Upper Clutha network. Right now, an underpass beneath SH84, enabling safe access to Three Parks, is being constructed; community engagement around cycleways on Anderson and Aubrey roads has taken place, and a Roy's Bay trail is planned. On roading, I'm in discussions with the NZTA about Albert Town bridge and Ballantyne Rd improvements. And more work will be done on the proposed Wanaka Town Centre Masterplan, aspects of which have been questioned by some interest groups. I'm excited about the success of the Queenstown and Frankton masterplan processes, and am committed to developing a Wanaka plan which promotes flourishing business with easy access, irrespective of your mode of transport. Freedom camping: We've largely resolved the problem of freedom campers using the Wanaka lakefront carparks overnight. To deal with the freedom camping issue this summer, we'll use the funding the Government has provided to employ more ambassadors to direct campers to camping grounds and explain where camping is not allowed. We're not providing places for freedom campers to stay this season, as we did near Luggate last summer. Some camping ground owners were unhappy about this initiative, which was fair, so we've changed things. Wastewater: I’d like to set the record straight about the QLDC’s Wastewater Network Consent Application. There’s a great deal of misunderstanding in the community. It’s not, as some political opponents are calling it, a licence to pollute. The consent application is to cover discharges which occasionally happen, here and throughout the country, when a wastewater network becomes overwhelmed. Discharging is a rare event, and an absolute last resort. It’s happened twice in the past two years. It’s usually due to someone putting something in the system which it cannot cope with - fats, building materials, sanitary items, baby wipes. When a discharge occurs, regional councils usually fine the district/city council responsible. In our case, this costs between $25,000 and $40,000. Having consent does not mean it will happen more. It means that, if it does happen, we will not get fined. I would rather see ratepayers money go toward upgrading the wastewater system so discharges do not occur, and toward educating people about what not to put into the system. The QLDC
has budgeted $105m to improve the wastewater network. We also want to avoid all discharges. Tourism: We can't shut the gate on one of our key industries, but we can manage numbers through price manipulation. And there's evidence this is starting to work - during the quarter ended 30 June 2019 (annualised), guest nights increased 1.1% but the visitor spend increased 3.7%. Some people suggest capping numbers, but this method has been ineffective elsewhere. It has simply resulted in high airline prices, which disadvantages locals. Thirty percent of travellers through Queenstown Airport are locals. I've been called "pro-growth". I'm not pro-growth, I simply accept that growth will occur and we need to put our energy into managing it, ensuring it is at a sustainable level. Upper Clutha manager: Some Upper Clutha residents feel the focus on Queenstown has been too great this term. I understand that, but Queenstown's issues were advanced and the QLDC had to prioritise its resources. Many of Queenstown's issues are now resolved, or a plan is in place to resolve them, and it's time to shift the focus to the Upper Clutha. If re-elected, I intend seek my fellow elected members' approval for a new position in Wanaka - a senior leadership team member, based in Wanaka, with the responsibility of overseeing council work in the Upper Clutha. I will also meet regularly with the Wanaka Community Board to ensure it is more in-sync with the council. Managing population growth: Most of us moved here, and we did so because we love it. We can't stop other people wanting to do the same. But we can ensure development adheres to our values and aspirations. This is where the Beyond 2050 Vision comes in. It was developed last year by community members representing a huge range of interests, and adapted following overall community engagement. We established eight principles to guide decision-making. If we all follow these, particular when preparing the Spatial Plan, which is underway, our district will remain a wonderful place to live. The Beyond 2050 Vision is one of my proudest achievements as Mayor.
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Wānaka art designed for a sustainable future ALLISON MCLEAN
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The ski season may be coming to a close, but a topographic view of local fields are now available year round. The Furnace, a Wellington-based design company, now offers the Wānaka region and Treble Cone collection, including maps of Roys Peak, Lake Wānaka and Lake Hāwea. The husband and wife team behind the Furnace, Aran and Maeve Pudney, set up their business in 2016 to create hand-made, three-dimensional, bamboo-layered New Zealand art in response to their desire to lead a more balanced lifestyle. Their commitment to sustainable practices caught the eye of The Remarkables Ski Area and Coronet Peak Ski Field staff members, which both showcased their artwork in their lodges this ski season. "I guess the part that we get a kick out of the most is the emotional reaction people have to [the art]," said Aran Pudney. "We have heard that several people have cried when they have been given their maps; I guess it’s that really potent reminder of someone's place and origins, their turangawaewae. It’s really rewarding to think of something that we have made with our own hands hanging in someone's house forever and hopefully getting passed on." Besides creating customisable maps of NZ and international coastlines, waterways and mountains, The Furnace also works on commissions from the area and offers custom designs. The owners recently created
sustainable conference name tags, which were featured at last August's Sustainable Business Network conference and garnered appreciation from Minister of Conservation Eugenie Sage for their alternative use of plastic. Maeve Pudney told the Wānaka Sun their latest Wānaka collection was due to their love of Queenstown Lakes. "I have very fond memories of the first time my parents came to visit. My parents just loved Wānaka," she said. "One highlight in particular was a walk we did into Mount Aspiring National Park. My parents still mention it occasionally. It was a real highlight and somewhere I’d like to explore more in the future and bring my children to visit too." The Pudneys said they are committed to the creation of ethical art with minimal and re-purposed waste to avoid negative impact on the environment. Aran Pudney gleaned much of his respect for resources from his previous experience of designing high-volume consumer products made from plastic. "We are really keen on the environmental impact of our maps, and are constantly reassessing every element of what we do, and how we can improve things," said Aran Pudney. "We are making a few changes to our product packaging and are moving away from our biodegradable bags to fully paper-based packaging. We are also working on moving all our labels to ones made from recycled sugar cane waste (bagasse), which we will hopefully have all sorted by Christmas." For more information, visit www.thefurnace. co.nz.
A review last fall and winter showed endorsement of Walking Access Act 2008’s work.
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Public support for Walking Access Act ALLISON MCLEAN
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The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) recently announced strong public support and need for the Walking Access Act 2008. The news comes after a mandatory review of the Act, which the MPI completes every 10 years. The review looked at whether the Act is fit for the future and what improvements are needed. This included considering access to the outdoors in cities, towns, rural areas and further afield, and access to wāhi tapu and other areas of cultural significance. The Act is about providing free access to the outdoors for walking and for types of access that may be associated with walking, including access with firearms, dogs, bicycles or motor vehicles. “The purpose of the Act is to provide free, certain, enduring and practical access to the outdoors for all sorts of activities,” said Charlotte Denny, MPI director of land, water and climate policy. “The Act also established the New Zealand Walking Access Commission (WAC).” Public engagement between last May and last July informed the review, including public meetings, hui and written submissions. The review has made 30 recommendations and proposed six technical legislative changes. Amongst those recommendations are changing the name of the Act and the commission to reflect
its work leading and supporting public access to the outdoors generally, rather than solely walking access. They also include acknowledging the Māori-Crown relationship under the Treaty of Waitangi through a partnership approach between the commission and Māori. Kay Baxter, MPI manager of land and water policy told the Wānaka Sun the review also revealed strong support for the commission's role. "The work underway around mountain bike access on Coronet Peak and Glencoe Stations near Wānaka has been recognised as part of the Commission's achievements to date," said Baxter. "The objective of the commission is to lead and support the negotiation, establishment, maintenance and improvement of access over public and private land. No recommendations were made to change this." Since 2012/2013, the Commission has negotiated a total of 300 access opportunities. It works with private landowners, local government, the Department of Conservation and others. “The review’s recommendations will shape the next stage of our work, which is a formal policy process to test the findings from the review,” said Denny. “This will include consultation with the public before the Government decides on any changes to the Act and the commission’s work.” More information about the timing of the next stage is expected to be announced next year. For more information on the review's finding, visit MPI's website.
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Inspired by the diminutive but powerful Greta Thunberg, hundreds of youthful protesters took to Wānaka’s streets last Friday to demand change. Some were accompanied by parents and grandparents, and some adults came of their own volition just to be a part of the movement. “Entire ecosystems are collapsing. We are in the beginning of a mass extinction, and all you can talk about is money and fairy tales of eternal economic growth. How dare you!” — strong words from Thunberg which have been mocked and viscerally attacked by climate change deniers around the world, but embraced by those who want to make the world a better place. Local online response to the protest showed there are plenty of climate change deniers in Wānaka; revealing an underbelly of the local population that betrays Wānaka’s belief it is an environmentally engaged and aware community. However, judging by Friday’s protest, the younger generation— who has more at risk— has more faith in science.
Kids, parents and grandparents marched for the environment last Friday.
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The Entrepreneur Coffee Jam organised by Startup Queenstown Lakes and hosted at Urban Grind espresso restaurant bar in Wānaka.
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Social enterprise for local start ups Abby Costen
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Last week at Urban Grind espresso restaurant bar in Wānaka, more than two dozen entrepreneurs and socially minded community members gathered to learn about social enterprise— business models that serve a purpose beyond profit. The event was part of the monthly entrepreneur coffee jam series organised by Startup Queenstown Lakes. The discussion featured advice and expertise from Sophie Ward of Wastebusters and Barry Grehan of Urban Village. "Social enterprise is on everyone's lips right now," said discussion moderator Richard Liew, publisher of NZ Entrepreneur Magazine. "We are becoming more and more aware that when you decide to go into business, there are other motives besides profit and world domination.” Akina Foundation, one of New Zealand's leading entities on social enterprise, defined the concept as, "Social enterprises use business models as a tool to help solve social, cultural and environmental issues. They are often profit-making businesses, but they invest the majority of their profit and expenditure in positive outcomes—their impact.” "We use our business to achieve our mission of getting to zero waste in our community," said Ward. "All of our decisions are not about making more money, but will the action help us better achieve that mission." Locally, there is a strong interest in creating businesses that impact society and the environment. "We have seen a very
strong representation of entrepreneurs in our workshops and programmes who are motivated by making an impact in Wānaka," said James Burnes, CEO of Startup Queenstown Lakes. "There is a strong sense of community-first here, and we'd like to help those locally who want to make an impact do so.” Burnes announced at the event that ’Business with Purpose: a social enterprise initiative for Wānaka’ to be run by Startup Queenstown Lakes with support from Wastebusters, Urban Village, and Akina Foundation. "Over the next six months, starting with today's conversation, we'll be hosting several workshops and programmes with a social enterprise focus. Our goal will be to help those who want to create a sustainable business model also achieve an impact." "Creating business solely for profit is becoming increasingly old-fashioned," said Liew. "Many founders are looking to achieve the triple bottom line: good for shareholders, good for customers, and good for society and the environment. This is as good a place as any to do it.” Businesses such as Wastebusters and Urban Village are starting the movement—without government funding or support. "I love the way we can combine business with purpose to make an impact. We've stood entirely on our own since the beginning," said Ward. Upcoming Startup Queenstown Lakes events include ‘Business model canvas: social enterprise edition’ at Wānaka Recreation Centre on October 15 and ‘Business with purpose: an intro to social enterprise’ at Lake Wānaka Centre on November 26. Find out more at startupqueenstownlakes.com/socialenterprise/.
Wastebusters say yes to ‘Priority Products’
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Wastebusters staff sorting through e-goods.
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Wastebusters is right behind the government's proposal to bring in regulated product stewardship for six harmful waste streams including electrical and electronic equipment, and is encouraging the Wānaka community to get behind it, too. The community enterprise sees firsthand what happens to unregulated products at the end of their useful life which is why they fully support the move to declare these six different waste categories as ‘Priority Products’. Wastebusters recently sent off seven pallets of e-waste to be recycled. About 1.4 tonnes of e-waste—mostly televisions— was sent to E-Cycle in Auckland. The televisions are dismantled into their component parts—metal, electrical cables, screens and circuit boards. The metal and electrical cabling goes to a copper smelter or scrap metal recycler in New Zealand, while the circuit boards are sent to Japan for reprocessing. Wastebusters currently has to charge customers to drop off
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their old electrical and electronic equipment to cover the costs of safe recycling. If an advanced disposal fee was put in force through regulated product of electronics, then community recyclers like Wastebusters wouldn’t have to charge customers. Wastebusters recycling manager Bis Bisson said packaging is also on the list to be declared a ‘Priority Product’. “There is a lot of everyday packaging that can’t be recycled at the moment. Maybe it’s time to set some standards for manufacturers and importers to limit crap packaging.” said Bisson. “We now only take plastics one, two and five which means that nearly all the plastic containers and bottles that go through Wastebusters will be recycled onshore by reprocessors who meet New Zealand’s environmental and labour standards.” Bisson added, “Declaring packaging a ‘Priority Product’, whether it’s by regulation or product stewardship, would make manufacturers choose packaging that can be recycled onshore.” Public consultation on the proposed ‘Priority Products’ is open until Friday, October 4. Submissions can be made at mfe. govt.nz.
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CAMERA CLUB ‘IN FOCUS’
Vine Tomatoes MOORE B BOB Wānaka Camera Club Many photographers take great pleasure photographing food in a way that looks aesthetically appealing to their viewers. Light, as always, is a major consideration when taking pictures of any subject and we should treat food as we would any other ‘still life’ image and ensure that it is correctly lit. Camera-mounted flash is never usually a success as pouring light front-on will flatten our subject and dispel any natural shadows that were there. One of the best places to shoot images of food is by a window where there is plenty of natural light, perhaps supplemented by a reflector or by an off-camera flash bounced off a wall or ceiling to give more balanced light. We should try and find the best angle to take our picture from. Certain recipes have a strong graphic design and will benefit by being shot directly from above. Others (example tiered cakes) often need to be shot from a lower angle. We should trust our own instincts when we are composing our image. If the composition doesn’t ‘feel’ right it probably isn’t. Props can add interest and help in our composition provided they look appropriate to the scene and are not so many that they begin to compete for attention with the main subject — the food. Colour is also a major consideration
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and should contrast well with each other and give balance to the composition. Limit depth of field by using a wide aperture (F1.8-f5.6) and focus near the front of the food. We should always check that our image remains sharp by using a high enough shutter speed. If we are in any doubt use a tripod. A good example of how appealing an image of food can look is Tim Herrick’s ‘Vine tomatoes.’ Herrick took his picture with a Canon Powershot SX280HS with an aperture of f3.5, a focal length of 45mm, a shutter speed of 1/30sec and ISO 640. Tim took his picture when travelling in Romania. He liked the vibrant reds and greens enhanced by side-lighting and the diagonal made by the vine. Wānaka Camera Club is dedicated to help improve the skills of anyone interested in photography. Come along and see what we can do for you. Our next meeting is Monday October 14, 7.30pm at The St John Rooms, Link Way.
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Short film: Short Wave.
Show Me Shorts in Wānaka Abby Costen
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The Show Me Shorts Film Festival in Wānaka takes place on October 20, and the Wānaka Sun has three tickets to give away. Highlights of the event, at Ruby’s Cinema and Bar, include eight short films featuring a range of subjects from a lost donkey to a stolen moon buggy and a history lesson to a hijacked car. Festival director Gina Dellabarca said, “Our programming team have scoured the world to find the best new short films for Kiwis to enjoy. The quality of films overall was very high this year.” Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said, “Show Me Shorts festival plays an important role in nurturing our local talent. The
festival is also committed to bringing cinema to communities across New Zealand, allowing more people to enjoy the artistry and imagination of short film. To everyone attending the 2019 festival, I hope you enjoy the show! Whether you’re left laughing, crying or wondering what exactly you just witnessed, I am sure these short films will stick with you long after the end credits are over.” Show Me Shorts Film Festival Trust exists to connect New Zealanders with short films and share New Zealand short films with the world. The Trust also creates opportunities for aspiring filmmakers. For you chance to win a ticket, visit our Facebook page; winners will be drawn October 10. Find out more at showmeshorts.co.nz.
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Annual awards crowns local athletes ALLISON MCLEAN
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Wānaka snowboarder Zoi SadowskiSynnott won the Overall Athlete of the Year at the Snow Sports NZ Annual Awards Night last Friday. Sadowski-Synnott was also recognised as Snowboarder of the Year for an outstanding season that included winning the World Championship title in Snowboard Slopestyle as well as an X Games gold medal. Wānaka-based athletes emerged as winners in several categories of the annual awards. Bonny Teat won the Women’s Masters Ski Racing Champion, Tommy Pyatt was awarded Coach of the Year and Campbell Wright was crowned Cross Country Athlete of the Year. Adam Hall was dubbed the Adaptive Snow Sports Athlete of the Year; the para alpine skier has been recognised as one of the
country’s most accomplished athletes, named Para Athlete of the Year at the ISPS Handa Halberg Awards. Craig Murray won Freeride Athlete of the Year after earning a spectacular win on the Freeride World Tour in Canada. Nico Porteous received the Freeskier of the Year award after achieving the best ever ranking for a New Zealand male on the Freeski Halfpipe World Cup Tour, finishing the 2018 to 2019 season in second place overall. Guest speaker and recent Kathmandu Coast to Coast Multisport World Championship Dougal Allan, of Wānaka, entertained guests at this year's Snow Sports NZ Annual Awards. The awards covered a 12-month time frame, including the 2018 to PHOTO: Ross Mackay/Stash Media Worx 2019 Northern Hemisphere season and the Zoi Sadowski-Synnott at the Snow Sports NZ Annual Awards Night 2019 Southern Hemisphere season. last Friday.
Central hockey team off to nationals Ollie Blyth
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The Central Otago representative under 13 Hatch Cup boys hockey team are travelling to Palmerston North next week to compete in the national Hatch tournament. The representative team will be playing against teams from across the country in the tournament, which lasts three days. The players come from across Central Otago and the surrounding areas: Mika Tait, Harry Thow and Cohen Hoskins are from Alexandra while Taine Morgan will represent Clyde. Jock Duncan and Billy Hutton-Atkins are from Maniototo and Simon Cavanagh, Hudson McKnight and Harry Lithgow are from Matakanui. The Upper Clutha has a high amount of representation with Hudson Weathington, Matthew Botting, Oscar Crowe, Max Porter, James Dougherty and Will Anderson all from the Upper Clutha hockey scene. For the majority of the year, the 15 boys don’t play together regularly. However, with great support from local coaches they have learned how to play very effectively as a team. Their coaches Geraldine Duncan and Grant Porter, management Tiffany McKnight and parent help Dave Hutton-Atkins are very happy
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with the strides that the boys have made as a team and are excited to see them perform at their best at the tournament. To prepare for Palmerston North, the representative team have had smaller competitions in Invercargill, Dunedin, Timaru, and Gore. On their way to Palmerston North, the team has had great support from a number of Central Otago businesses and trusts. They would like to thank Inflite
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Last Wednesday evening I had the joy of attending the weekly badminton session at Wānaka Recreation Centre (WRC)—and discovered that it’s better to have loved and lost than to have never played at all. The badminton sessions have been running since 2016 and are open to year 11s and older. “All gear is provided, the sessions have no specific structure, doubles are played by the majority to ensure the maximum are on court at all times, singles will be played if numbers are lower and court space is available, the aim is to have people playing as much as possible and combinations may be swapped after
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games.” said WRC recreation programmes coordinator Penny Batchelor. “The vibe is awesome, it can get competitive but in a nice way, people ensure that the pairings are as even as possible. It’s great to see the variety of people that come and play.” Batchelor added, “It’s great to see those with more experience helping other players out with coaching tips etcetera, everyone is very willing to share their badminton knowledge.” There were five courts in action on the night and no two games were the same. The badminton sessions are held at WRC on Wednesday nights. Each session costs $5 per person and currently run from 7-9pm, although session times are subject to change.
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Wānaka Squash Club recently held their club championships. A good number of entries were received and it was especially pleasing to see so many juniors playing. For all full list of winners, see sports results on page 14. Photo: ladies club champion: Martha Toghill; men’s club champion: James Baker.
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Lake Hāwea singer/songwriter Anna van Riel has been announced as a finalist in the Australian Songwriters Association Awards for her children's song 'Throw out the grain'. The song, which is from her recent children's album Fishing for Stars, was also a finalist in the international songwriting competition. The catchy tune which is about feeding animals on a farm was written to inspire kids to get more connected to farming and their food sources. “With two thirds of the world now living in apartments in cities, many children have never visited a farm and perhaps don't consider where their food comes from,” said van Riel. “I wanted to write a fun and interactive song that helps them feel a little connected that rural life. It also talks a bit about having gratitude for where our food comes from, which is something I talk to my kids about.” Van Riel lives the quintessential Hāwea idyllic life: the family property has three generations and the grandparents are always on hand for a morning hug with their grandkids. Cousins are all around and it’s quite “sentimental” for van Riel. “I realise a lot of people in our town have next of kin overseas and are doing it on their own, so I don't take it for granted. It helps that our property is nestled in a magical valley not far from the lake. It's pretty hard not to feel inspired on a daily basis, and the music just follows from that,” she said. Van Riel wrote ‘Throw out the grain’ last year. “The hook of the song just downloaded from the ethos one day, which often happens for me, and it all fell out into a song. It's a total earworm,” she said. Winning the Australian Songwriter Association Award would be a boost for her career; “ It let's me know I'm on the right track.” “How it helps however, is that it supports me in gaining better performance and funding opportunities by showing potential clients and funding bodies that I take my work seriously and
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create quality content. “Being an independent artist in rural NZ, while raising a family is hard work. You have to believe in yourself first and foremost, but having some accolades for all the hard work serves as an awesome encouragement.” The award ceremony is on October 30 and Anna will be flying over to Sydney to be there on the night. To listen to ‘Throw out the grain’, look up 'Throw out the grain' on spotify/ applemusic/itunes.
Remembering Lewis Verduyn The Red Bridge River Park Trust wish to invite you to a memorial service at Reko’s point Saturday 5 October at 2pm. Please park at D.O.C track car park, Shortcut Rd, Luggate. The memorial will be in order to pay tribute to the life of a friend, teacher and visionary. Lewis’ ashes will be scattered at the river and there will be an opportunity PHOTO: Aliscia Young for those who knew him to say some Lewis Verduyn will be remembered at a memorial service this Saturday. words. Bring a cup for manuka tea.
New measles cases in Queenstown and Wānaka Competition winner: New measles cases confirmed in the past 72 hours include 13 Queenstown residents, and two Wānaka residents. The total number of Southern DHB cases is now 57. Public Health South are currently following up close contacts of the new cases to identify unvaccinated and vulnerable people that may have been exposed to measles. If asked by public health to be isolated then please do so. This will help contain the outbreak and protect vulnerable people who are susceptible as they are unable to be vaccinated. “Vulnerable people include those that are pregnant, immune compromised or too young to be vaccinated,” says Southern DHB’s Medical Officer of Health Dr Susan Jack. “Close contact with a measles case means sharing a confined space such as a house, classroom, car or other indoor area.” GPs are reminding parents to check the immunisation status of their children and to make an appointment if they are due or late for their 15 month and/or four-year MMR vaccination. Any child under five who has not already received MMR 1 and MMR 2, will be prioritised for vaccination.
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Ngaire Aileen Young The Furnace donated a 38x30 hand-made Wānaka map, valued at $179 and we are happy to announce the winner, Ngaire Aillen Young. Young wrote, “My husband, Stephen, and I had our honeymoon at my parents in laws crib at Ripponlea in 1977. He helped design the lovely, simple home — the first to be built there. Stephen also has a great love of maps, especially New Zealand maps, and this would be a wonderful gift for him and a marvellous way to remember not only our honeymoon but his parent’s wonderful holiday home that was generously shared with family for many years. Sadly Norman Sustainable art by The Furnace St burnt down earlier this year.”
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Crimeline Reddington M Miriam Senior Sergeant, NZPD I can’t believe another week has gone by and that October will be pretty well upon us by the time this is printed. The snow is melting, it’s warming up and the days will be longer. We have a new addition to the station this week directly in from the North Island, Sergeant Kim Chirnside, who takes up the position of public safety team supervisor. He is a welcome addition with a wealth of experience and enthusiasm which he brings to Wānaka. Feel free to say hi to him when you see him out and about. There was plenty to keep us busy this week particularly over the weekend with a few extra people passing through for Blossom Festival.
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On Saturday night Police were called to two fires around Gunn Road and Clan Mac Road in Albert Town respectively. Fireworks were a contributing factor and anyone who knows anything about this is encouraged to speak to police. Tomfoolery can be tolerated until it compromises the safety of our community at which point it’s no laughing matter. Alcohol certainly played a part in some weekend behaviour. I would like to remind parents and caregivers of our young people that supplying alcohol to minors is an offence for which you can be fined. Alcohol is a major part of our business here in Wānaka and it’s not as harmless as it seems to be, to supply teens with alcohol. We will be policing this particularly diligently with the lead up into the summer months. Something in our culture has to change.
Our roads are also still a focus for us and October sees us placing a focus on impaired driving. Every driver who is pulled over will be breath tested. Please remember to sort your sober driver or another way to get home. There’s too much to lose to drink and drive. On Sunday a driver lost control of his vehicle on the Wānaka Mount Aspiring Road causing it to be unable to be driven. Carelessness was probably the biggest factor in play. Wānaka will be hosting a number of collection events for the amnesty/buy back in the coming months for firearms that will be deemed illegal as of December 20, 2019. Please go to the NZ Police website for details which will be updated in due course with dates and locations for Wānaka. Enjoy your longer evenings, have a safe week and look after each other.
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Merino, if anyone has any Merino clothing to spare could you kindly drop it into the Salvation Army Family Store, 48 Helwick Street The Salvation Army Family Store is desperately needing good quality mens clothing and shoes. If you could please just drop these into the store or phone for a pick up for large amounts. Volunteers welcomed at The Salvation Army Family store if you have some free time and would like to be part of a team which makes a difference, come and see us.
SPORTS RESULTS Please send sports results to sports@thewanakasun.co.nz by Tuesday at noon. Results should be unformatted and presented in the body of the email. Wānaka Progressive Bowls, September 20. Skips: 1st P Traynor, 2nd L Wells, 3rd G Hall. Thirds: 1st R Chartres, 2nd B Kane. Leads: 1st T Tattersfield, 2nd B Wilson, 3rd T Hyder, 4th J Hill. September 27. Skips: 1st B Steel, 2nd T Tovey, 3rd C Kiewiet. Thirds: 1st B Kane, 2nd J Hill. 3rd J Rich. Leads: 1st B Wilson, 2nd N Matheson, 3rd N Churchill.
Olivia Jones. Special plate, Archie Goodall. Plate, James Muir. Consolation plate, Thomas Buick. Junior boys champion: Olly Lyons. Junior girls champion: Martha Toghill. Most improved male, Rob McAndrew. Rolfe Mills Trophy: Most improved female, Kelly Wright. Rolfe Mills Trophy, Most improved junior boy, Ollie Lyons. Most improved junior girl, Amelia Tarras Golf Club Championship Results, Women's senior Homes. Phil Aitken Trophy – most valuable contribution to the club, champion: Jan Gibson. Runner up: Carmel Hyndman. Men's intermediate champion: Don Agnew. Runner up: Ken Galloway. Men’s Hamish Menlove. junior champion: Dave Allen. Runner up: Murray Hyndman. Stableford Wānaka Bridge Club Results, Monday – silver championship pairs 10 round: G Rive 40, S Johnston 38, G Lucas 35, H Reinecke 33, B Rowley North/ South: 1st Deirdre Lynch Gerarda Herlihy 63.25%, 2nd Ena Leckie 32. Birdies: D Agnew, S Johnston, H Reinecke (won by S Johnston No Laraine Shepherd 55.98%, 3rd Marc Simmonds Allan Kelly 51.07%. East/ 8) Nett eagles: D Agnew, D Allen, B Rowley, G Lucas. No 12 not struck. West: 1st Dorothy McDonald Nan Ottrey 56.94%, 2nd Kate Coe Lesley Twos: H Reinecke, B Rowley and S Johnston. Davies 56.02%, 3rd Ken Saxby Martin Unwin 53.94%. Wednesday Wānaka Squash Club Championships, September 2019 Men’s A: – cloudy peak pairs 3 North/South: 1st Helen Henshall Ann-Louise Winner, James Baker. Runner up, Dan Notton. Special plate, Jeff Bruns. Plate, Rod Askin. Consolation plate, Jared Nichol. Women’s A: Winner, Stokes 65.63%, 2nd Rosemary Boswell Kate Summers 57.81%, 3rd Martha Toghill – Judy Fullerton & Steve Philpott Trophy. Runner up, Jane Hamilton Blair Coghill 54.69%. East/ West: 1st Jen Milburn John Jeanette Toghill. Special plate, Kaz Armstrong. Men’s B: Winner, Tom Milburn 71.02% 2nd Sonya Adams Lyn Hill 59.69% 3rd Jeanette Gillies Merrall. Runner up, Ty Adams. Special plate, James Kingscote. Plate Alan Bunn 55.40%. Final Ladder: 1st Jen Milburn John Milburn 60.75%, Hamish Menlove. Consolation plate, Rob McAndrew. Ladies B: Winner 2nd Sonya Adams Lyn Hill 57.19%, 3rd Dorothy McDonald Barbara Kelly Wright – Ed & Judy King Silver Plate. Runner up, Pip Gardner. Special Thompson 55.56%. Friday 27 September, handicap: North/ South: plate, Louise Merrall. Men’s C: Winner, Mitch Cochrane. Runner up, Bruce 1st Sally Goodall Martin Unwin 55.55%, 2nd Marion Furneaux Vivienne Steenson. Special plate, Paul Johnson. Plate, Ollie Lyon. Consolation plate, Jeff Limmer. Men’s D: Winner, Tyler Hart. Runner up, Yohann Christie 54.82%, 3rd Hans Limacher Claire Williams 53.94%. East/ West: Bourdin. Special plate, Dylan Shepherd. Plate, Marc Walker. Consolation 1st Jacqui Roberts Kay Ross 66.76%, 2nd Carol Orbell Daphne Stewart plate, Spencer Deaton. Mixed juniors: Winner, Myles Nichol. Runner up, 60.36%, 3rd Deirdre Lynch Frances Copland 53.65%.
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SERVICES Wanaka Pharmacy is your local pharmacy. We’re the big pharmacy at the top of Helwick Street - open from 8am until 7pm every single day. Ph 443 8000 WHEELS TO DUNSTAN is a community "door to door" shuttle service available Monday to Friday to Dunstan Hospital or Alexandra specialist appointments, also linking with the St John Health Shuttle to Dunedin Hospital. For bookings, please call Community Networks on 443 7799. JP SERVICES are available at Community Networks every Tuesday from 1pm2pm and Friday from 10:30-11:30am. Please book your appointment by ringing Community Networks on 03 443 7799. OUR COMMUNITY FOODBANK wish-list for donations are very much appreciated - Rice & pasta, tinned fish/meat, breakfast cereals, single serve meals, crackers, frozen food items and children's lunchbox items. Thankyou to the Wanaka community for your ongoing support of our foodbank.
NOTICES Wānaka Salvation Army Family Store. Opening Hours – Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9.30am – 4pm. We look forward to seeing you here! Donations kindly received. Please drop them into the Salvation Army Family store or ph 443 5068 to book a pick up. Cut rags (100% cotton) and drop cloths, only $7 for a big bag. Now in the yard container at Wastebusters. Open 9-5 seven days. Rags, rags, rags ... little ones, big ones, cotton ones and drop cloths, available from the Wānaka Salvation Army Family Store 443 5068. Business Networking International. The Wānaka chapter of BNI meets weekly at 7am Tuesday morning. Great networking opportunity to grow your business. Contact Randal Dobbs for information 021 973 043.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Wanaka Marina Limited wishes to advise that in terms of the company’s resource consent conditions, there will be chemical weed control measures taking place during the month of October and November with the exception of Labour weekend and depending on weather conditions. The chemical, Diaquat, will be applied within 25 metres of the marina structure by ERMA approved licensed applicator, Landcare Services Limited. Access to the marina and surrounding water ways will be restricted during the period of application. Signage will be placed in the area to notify to public of the restricted access for a 24 hour period. This notice is given in accordance with the Otago Regional Council Water Use & Management policy under clause 12:7.1.1ii For further details please feel free to contact the applicator Graeme Larcombe on 027-222 5467 or the Marina Secretary Shane Gibson on 03-443-0086.
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Be part of the small team responsible for producing our popular weekly newspaper. • You will have the relevant journalism qualifications, and a minimum of two years' experience writing for a recognised media organisation.
N o t i c e b o a rd | P a p a P ā n u i Queenstown Airport Corporation: Vacancy for Director Queenstown Airport Corporation Ltd (QAC) is owner and operator of Queenstown International Airport and the operator of Wānaka Airport. Queenstown Airport is the fourth largest and fastest growing airport in Aotearoa New Zealand. One of the present directors is retiring from the Board at the Annual General Meeting in October and the shareholders are seeking to appoint a replacement.
• You will have existing local contacts and the ability to
QAC is a Council Controlled Trading Organisation (CCTO). It is owned by the Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC – 75.01%) and Auckland International Airport (AIAL – 24.99%). This ownership structure creates an additional layer of public accountability and responsibility for the Board.
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Applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates for this position. A person specification and further information on QAC, its annual reports and Statements of Intent are available from its website (www.queenstownairport.co.nz) or the Council’s website (www.qldc.govt.nz).
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writing ability and photography skills, and the ability to meet strict deadlines.
Based in Wanaka, this position is for 20 hours per week with an immediate start. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate journalist who enjoys a challenge! If this sounds you, please forward your application with your CV and cover letter to:
The Editor, The Wānaka Sun, PO Box 697, Wānaka, editor@thewanakasun.co.nz
Applications close on Friday 18 October 2019 and should be sent for the attention of: Mike Theelen, Chief Executive, Queenstown Lakes District Council, Private Bag 50072, Queenstown; or via email: ceo@qldc.govt.nz
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DELIVERY DRIVER / WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT Central Wholesale is a supplier to the accommodation and hospitality industries based in Wanaka and delivering as far as Haast, Alexandra, Tekapo and Queenstown. We are now looking for an experienced delivery driver and warehouse assistant to do delivery runs based out of Wanaka. Duties: • Deliver products to up to multiple customers per day within assigned route schedule and time windows • Load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate delivery vehicle • Continuous lifting of containers and cartons (10Kg - 30Kg) and pushing and pulling of full stacks (100kg+) • Check and put away deliveries • Pick and pack customer orders • Accurately complete all related paperwork (run sheets, packing slips, stocktakes) • Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain/complete required paperwork • Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, and follow applicable laws and regulations Essential Skills: • Be energetic, physically fit and able to lift heavy loads • Valid Class 1 Driver's License with a clean driving record • Valid DG Endorsement and Forklift license would be an advantage • Local delivery experience preferred but not mandatory • Operate vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions • Effectively plan and organise work activities accurately • Develop a good working knowledge of products, routes and customers • Maintain ongoing team communications relating to routing, safety, orders and customer relations Hours of Work: Full-time. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. If you are interested and want to know more, we would love to hear from you. Email your covering letter and CV to matthew@centralwholesale.co.nz or drop off at 40 Reece Crescent.
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CHEF DE PARTIE REQUIRED We are looking for a highly professional and motivated Chef de Partie to join our team in Clyde, Central Otago. You must enjoy working in a fast paced environment, and have excellent attention to detail, great communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to work in a team environment. 3 years experience in a similar position is preferred. If you think you are suited for this position and would love to work and live in our beautiful area of N.Z, then please email your cover letter and CV to: recruit@olivers.co.nz Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
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Last week Wānaka Recreation Centre (WRC) hosted the finals of the Stonewood Homes Wānaka basketball mens A league, mens B league and womens league – which was made up of 13 male teams and seven female teams. The women’s league finals took place on Thursday night, with Base edging out Southern Alps Air at the final whistle to gain the title. Local businessman and ex Scottish international basketball player David Brown refereed the hotly-contested mens A grade final between the Ol' Dirty Ballers and Cromwell. Brown said, "The local team took the trophy, with a stand-out performance from MVP Hamish Robinson who is a pupil at Mount Aspiring College. Another noticeable performance was the appearance of 'Wally' also known as Jason LaRose, wearing his trademark red and white striped socks." PHOTO: supplied Chair Duncan Good said, “That was a very Wānaka Ol’ Dirty Ballers basketball team after their win in Sunday’s Stonewood convincing display by the Ol' Dirty Ballers. Homes Wānaka Basketball Mens A League finals against Cromwell. From left They won both games during the season to right, standing: Tarryn Augustine, Mark Anthony and Chris Rodgers. From against Cromwell so they were definitely left to right, kneeling: Scott Edgar, Leon Butler, Tom Donnelly, Hamish Robinson and Jason LaRose. the favourites to win. And they started very merrier. [...] We're just really passionate and love what we do.” strongly and got up by 15 points and that was The local basketball league is made up of two round robins the difference in the end. So good to see a relatively tight final.”. “Cromwell is a great team – always a good match – so and then a final series. Good added, “Nice mix of social and competitive. The we were pretty excited to play them,” said Ol’ Dirty Ballers team captain, Jason LaRose. “The guys are pretty racked standard continues to get better and better as the league grows and stoked about the whole thing. This is the fourth year in numbers as well as in skill levels. A great way to keep fit and the [Ol’ Dirty Ballers] has played together – we’re all have fun in the winter months!”. This year’s prize giving ceremony took place at Jack Rabbit good friends.” LaRose added, “we want more people to come and play. Restaurant & Bar in Wānaka and included a buffet as well as an There are trial days [...] set up by the club. The more, the award dedicated to Perry Allan.
Stage 3 of the Proposed District Plan is out now.
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A small group of trampolinists from Wānaka had some great results recently in Christchurch. Jem Pendlebury, Paige Boomsma and Zoe Waddington competed in the recreation level badge grades and each of them did really well. In yellow grade: Zoe (third trampoline, third double mini tramp) Jem (fourth trampoline, second double mini tramp). In green grade: Paige (fourth trampoline, third double mini tramp). In the 9-10 age group grade Olivia NobleKirkbride did well in both the trampoline
(fifth) and double mini trampoline (sixth) — in which she achieved a near perfect score of 9.9 out of 10 on her third pass. Elizabeth Pell stepped up to a new age group this year, but despite being a year younger than all the others in the large, highly contested 11-12 years age group she finished fourth in double mini and sixth in trampoline. This was all the more remarkable as she spends little time training on the trampoline and none on the double mini tramp. Pell heads for the National Gymsports Championships in two weeks where she is confident that her potential will be reflected with some strong results.
Have your say on a range of proposals to change the planning rules for Wāhi Tūpuna, Townships, General Industrial Zone, Three Parks, Ballantyne Road Recreation area and much more.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED Full details at www.qldc.govt.nz/proposed-district-plan-stage-3. Submissions close 18 November 2019.
QUESTIONS ON THE PROPOSALS? Easy, just contact one of our duty planners during office hours on 03 441 0499 or pdpenquiries@qldc.govt.nz
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