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Poets’ poems published PAGE 4
Freestyle day Californian Jett Elkins, pictured on Mount Turner above the Wilkin River, is one of 22 competitors taking part in this year’s World Heli Challenge. PHOTO: WANAKA.TV
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Strong finish for rugby juniors PAGE 12
Olympian skiers charge PAGE 16
Road crossing revisited Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun A rear-end collision when a vehicle stopped on Ardmore Street to allow a pedestriantocrossa‘courtesycrossing’has re-opened the debate on the structures. The concern from several correspondents is that out-of-town visitors would view the design and the use of coloured tiles as an indication the structures were officially pedestrian crossings and a serious injury or fatality could occur. A police Crime Scene comment following the incident suggested vehicles should not stop for pedestrians, which also prompted comments from some Wanaka residents. Wanaka Senior Sergeant Allan Grindell said he did not agree with the police comment regarding vehicles not stopping and he had not seen that week’s Crime Scene as he was out of town. A clarifying statement was made this week by Constable Mel Twyman: “Ifdrivingbehindanother vehicle which
stops for a pedestrian while crossing the street, it is your responsibility to be able to stop safely behind that vehicle.” Allan said drivers should follow the basic rule of being able to stop in half the distance they can see ahead of them.
pedestrian area and it is the driver’s responsibility to drive to these conditions and be able to safely stop, even when turning. It is perfectly within the right of the driver to stop and let pedestrians cross the road anywhere and particularly
These pedestrian movements will happen regardless of what is provided for them in terms of crossing facilities. The question is what environment do we want these pedestrians to cross the road in, with vehicles travelling at 50kph or a calmer and safer 15-20kph? If they do not stop, and cause injury to a person or damage a vehicle, they can be criminally liable. QLDC councillor, Lyal Cocks, has reaffirmed his view traffic should be more considerate, a matter he first raised in an open letter to the Wanaka Sun in February 2012. “This is now a slow speed, high
so where courtesy crossings have been installed,” he said. “The purpose of the courtesy crossings is to discourage unnecessary vehicle traffic in this area and slow the traffic down so that it is easier for pedestrians to cross from the town centre to the foreshore, which is the public desire expressed in the Town Centre Strategy.”
Both Lyal and the police have suggested drivers who do not wish to slow down to show courtesy to pedestrians avoid the lakefront road and use Brownston Street instead. QLDC project manager Rob Darby said creating a zebra crossing will not necessarily provide a solution. “Pedestrians have a habit of not checking for oncoming vehicles at pedestrian crossings (zebra crossings) because pedestrians have right of way. This, combined with lack of care on the driver’s part, is the probable reason why zebra crossings are reported to attract a higher accident rate than uncontrolled crossings. “We want locals and visitors to negotiate between the lakeside reserves, iSite, car parking and the CBD in a seamless, enjoyable and safe manner. These pedestrian movements will happen regardless of what is provided for them in terms of crossing facilities. The question is; what environment do we want these pedestrians to cross the road in, with vehicles travelling at 50kph or a calmer and safer 15-20kph?”
sunnews First round event funding in The Queenstown Lakes District Council has announced its first event funding round has now been completed. Events panel chair and QLDC Mayor, Vanessa van Uden, confirmed yesterday the winter and spring events to get funding approval are: NZSki Parklife Invitational ($7790), WanakaFest ($13,223) and the Winter Games ($50,000). The second round of applications to fund summer events closes on August 31.
Co-captain Cocks The New Zealand national basketball team captain has a Wanaka connection this week with guard Micaela Cocks named as co-captain, alongside forward Antonia Edmondson, for the Tall Ferns in the FIBA Oceania Championship series against the Australian Opals. Micaela has been playing for the Tall Ferns since 2005, winning a silver medal at the 2006 Commonwealth Games with the team.
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New home for playgroup wanted Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun
Seeking trash owners Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun As the self-appointed trash investigator of the Cardrona riverbed, Riverbank Road resident Jonny Mayen is aiming to increase his strike rate with some more owner evidence of illegal dumping. Last week he found
a Meadowstone address in one pile and the homeowner fronted with a trailer to remove it. Now, after using a pole to poke through a pile of nappies, bottles and rotting refuse, he has a car registration number. After contacting the Land Transport Authority, he was
informed he could apply for information about the car owner along with a $15 fee, but he may not receive the information he has asked for as the authority assesses each case individually. Undaunted, Jonny is keen to follow through. “They dumped it so they can take it away.”
Wanaka playgroup is looking for a new home. Following the sale of the old Tenby Street Presbyterian Hall the group is facing a rent increase of almost triple its current fees to use space in the new Presbyterian Church across the road. The playgroup has been told its existing rate of $30 per session using the old hall will go up to $90, with a ten percent discount for longterm tenants as well as a slightly cheaper rate for summer, when heating is not necessary. “We no longer fit the direction the church is moving in,” playgroup president Rachel Allibone said. The new church building is carpeted and does not have large
storage areas and the group has been told it would not be suitable for using playdough and other potentially messy activities the children take part in, Rachel said. She said she could understand why a
its database, with approximately 15 to 22 children accompanied by parents and caregivers attending each week. The three-hour sessions twice a week costs $3 per visitor, with the group running at a loss and
We no longer fit the direction the church is moving in. playgroup wouldn’t be suitable in a newly carpeted area, but the group still needed a space. The administrator of the Presbyterian Church in Wanaka, Tracey Mayhew, said she couldn’t comment on the management of the new building, and committee person who was out of contact. The playgroup has about 90 families on
relying on fundraising activities organised by the volunteer committee to make up their annual shortfall. The group is not just about socialisation and educational play for children, she said. “There seems to be a lot of people that relocate to Wanaka with young families, either temporarily or
permanently, including ex-pats returning home. It is hard to make those social connections if you haven’t had your baby whilst in Wanaka and so don’t have the antenatal coffee group connection. Playgroup makes it easier to meet new people because you gravitate to where your kids are playing and end up talking to the mums/adults whose kids are at that activity too be it the craft table or the sandpit.” A recent grant of $5000 from the Graham and Olive West Trust for toddlerspecific soft toys and play equipment, one of which is examined here by ninemonth-old Jan Jaramova, adds to the amount of storage required for the playgroup’s equipment.
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Transformer meltdown A Delta maintenance crew was on site on Tuesday to fix a transformer meltdown which caused a power outage to parts of Wanaka, including McDougall Street, Tenby Street, Upton Street and Warren Street. The Wanaka Volunteer Fire Brigade was called to the site on Tuesday morning to deal with a fire on the side panel of the transformer caused by a fault. PHOTO: NIKKI HEATH
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Headlight upgrade for fire brigade Police say don’t Ask Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun
Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun Wanaka fire brigade volunteers will have a few more spare hands on deck after a grant from the Graham and Olive West Trust funded head torches for their helmets. The grant of $3600 enabled the brigade to buy 30 state-of-the art waterproof torches designed to attach to their helmets. “It’s lot safer on a hill at night or finding your way around the side of a house,” brigade chief, Ian ‘Bruno’ Galloway, said. Previously the brigade relied on cumbersome
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handheld torches and would have to share them around as well as setting them aside for heavy two-handed work.
Trustee Russell Umbers said the West family had a high regard for the work of the volunteers and the Umbers had three
generations of service in the brigade, including his grandfather, Bernie Umbers who was a founding member.
Rhythm in the hills Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun Organisers are hoping to sell 5000 tickets to a two-day music festival being held near Cardrona over New Year (December 30-31). The festival, Rhythm and Alps, was held out of Methven for two years, but has now been moved to Rob Rosa Station in the Cardrona Valley. Festival co-director Chris Gillies said the station owner, Lane Hocking, heard the Rhythm Group was looking for a Central Otago festival location and he contacted them. “The station location ticks quite a few boxes,” Chris said. “It’s away from Cardrona village, it’s close to Wanaka and Queenstown, it’s already
fenced and we have good relationships with the neighbours.” Chris said when he visited neighbour Penny Manning (“a delightful character”) to discuss Penny’s lodge being within a 40decibel contour line of the festival, she told him it wouldn’t be loud enough and said “You’ll just have to turn the music up.” Festival billings will be announced tomorrow (Friday) and tickets go on sale the same day. “There are some bigname bands coming,” Chris said. New Zealand and overseas bands will be performing on two stages, as well as DJs. Chris said they will also be looking for local bands with original material. About 100 local people
will be employed as festival staff, and food outlets will be sourced locally too. “We always try to engage as many local people and groups as possible,” Chris said. While the festival is aimed at 18-to 22-yearolds, if it’s anything like its Gisborne cousin Rhythm in the Vines (which Chris directs), it will also attract a large crowd of older people. “I’m sure there will be a few grey hairs bopping around,” he said. Festival-goers will be able to camp onsite and ticket holders will be allowed to come and go as they please. The Rhythm Group has a 15-year consent from the Queenstown Lakes District Council. Chris said the council’s main
National concerns by New Zealand police about a website which has links to suicides overseas, due to its use for cyberbullying, have local support. Southland police are urging parents and schools to be aware of the website Ask.fm and are encouraging people to block the site. Wanaka youth aid officer Phil Vink backs the move and suggests parents unsure about online security refer to Netsafe an independent online site which educates users on cybersafety. The Latvian based site, Ask.fm allows users
to make anonymous posts and has been partially blamed for youth suicides in Britain after police found
Vink said. In a press release police said: “This is another reminder for young people to be
This is another reminder for young people to be very careful about what social media they engage in. strong links between recent posts and the deaths. “This site has been at the heart of some recent anonymous agitation when groups or friends fall out. It seems to be [an] easy way to do gutless cyber bullying. I would suggest parents block the site and refer to Netsafe,” Officer
very careful about what social media they engage in and for parents and caregivers to take a keen interest in how their young ones are using social media. Our advice is for schools and parents is to block the site completely as the harm it causes far outweighs any perceived benefits.”
concerns were sound and traffic management. There will be bars in the campground and the festival site, however Chris doesn’t expect any trouble. “Last year we had 30,000 people at Rhythm in the Vines and they were incredibly well behaved,” he said. “Only one person was arrested and that was a man in his 50s.” Chris won’t attend Rhythm and Alps as he will be busy in Gisborne. The Cardrona festival will be directed by Alex Turnbull. “We’ve been organising this all year,” Chris said. “Everything’s looking good and people are getting excited. It’s a far cry from when I was a young man in Wanaka on New Year’s Eve and there was nothing to do.”
Kelly’s Flat looks ready to play The 1.716ha Kelly’s Flat recreation ground looks almost ready for kick off. The contract for the development of the four 156m x 110m soccer fields with an in-ground irrigation system was tendered at the start of the year with work carried out in autumn to allow time for grass seed germination before winter. PHOTO: WANAKA.TV
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ticketgiveaway Parklife in Queenstown The Parklife Invitational is back in Queenstown with International FMX demos and a rail jam in the Queenstown Rec Ground this Saturday August 17 (reserve day: Sunday August 18) from 4.30pm. Thirty invited freestylers, including Wanaka brothers Beau James (pictured in the Cardrona halfpipe) and Jackson Wells, will compete for cash prizes and freestyle motocross riders will add adrenalin-fuelled big-air tricks by jumping 100kg dirt bikes over the rail set-up. The Wanaka Sun has a double passes to give away to the first five people to email admin@thewanakasun.co.nz with their contact details. Tickets must be collected from the Wanaka Sun office before 4pm Friday (tomorrow).
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Tomorrow is National Poetry Day and local poets are celebrating the success of five Year 8 MAC students whose poems are being published later this year. Phoebe Young won the pre-secondary school section of the NZ Poetry Society International Competition 2013 with her poem ‘Ideas blossom’. There were nearly 200 entries in that section, which was judged by Frankie McMillan. “Phoebe’s achievement is huge,” MAC teacher Jilly O’Brien said. “She is the only winner from Otago and was highly commended in the same competition last year. She is one of those prolific writers who write anything and everything regularly. This is just one event (but an important one)
in her quest for mastery of her craft.” Phoebe’s poem will be published in the NZ Poetry Society’s annual anthology, along with poems by Joe Strawson, Max Hall and Alex Plimmer. Samuel Davey (pictured second from left) won a competition run by Bay of Plenty playcentres. His poem “How to Torture Your Teacher” is being published in an anthology for children. “[Local poet] Liz Breslin came in and ran great poetry workshops for the class and so some of the success is hers,” Jilly said, who also writes poetry. “She’s passionate about poetry and she managed to pass some of that on to the kids.” “She helped me with my words when I got stuck and the rhythm was kind of wrong and Liz fixed it I guess,” Sam said.
How to torture your teacher Chew purple gum all through class Play a trumpet, made of brass Stand up straight and slam the door Reply to her questions, “Sure, sure” Eat her ruler and her rubber Eat them one after another Throw your food onto the board Destroy all the desks with a sword Put her on a stretching machine Pillage the tasty, humble canteen Eat in class and throw a fit Fill her coffee mug with spit Put many thumb tacks on her chair Fill her puny heart with fear Pull a face to make her gag Play a game of sharpie tag If you are a kind creature You will not show this to your teacher - By Samuel Davey
Support Community Networks Wanaka Kathy Dedo It’s week four of Community Networks’ Have a Heart campaign, and we continue to highlight the many social services CN provides to support individuals and families in our community. A well-known one is the food bank. Located in our offices on Brownston Street, this is the only food bank in the Upper Clutha and is stocked with a variety of canned, non-perishable, and perishable goods, including fresh milk, bread and meat. The food bank is set to
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benefit from the current South Island-wide New World collection, which will provide a boost to the current stock, but we have ongoing needs all year round. The number of food parcels requested continues to rise each year, with 100 parcels given out in 2009 and 300 in 2012. Clients who access the food bank often have needs beyond struggling financially. They may meet with our social worker to seek additional support, or be referred for budget advice or to other support agencies. CN is not only a hub
for social services, but also a networking centre for community groups and agencies. We host the bi-monthly Wanaka interagency meeting, where social service professionals and local community groups update each other on resources, training opportunities and other events. CN also actively participates in initiatives with community groups like Parenting4Life, Senior Citizens and the new Time Bank. These community-driven initiatives are from and by the community with empowerment of the
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community at their heart. None of this would be possible without the dedicated staff and amazing volunteers at Community Networks. As we hope you can see, the services we offer are diverse and many. But lack of funding threatens our ability to continue operating as the Upper Clutha’s one-stop social service centre. The Have a Heart campaign aims to raise $30,000 toward ongoing operational costs. You can help by donating… call 443 7799 or visit www. communitynetworks. co.nz.
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Ken Copland 1949 – 2013 Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun Ken Copland was farewelled by a crowd of hundreds at the Lake Wanaka Centre on Monday. He drowned while fishing near Makarora on August 4, aged 63. Tributes came from his son Craig, supported by siblings Melissa and Emma; National MP Jacqui Dean who said Ken was ‘a great friend to the National Party’; Deputy Mayor Lyal Cocks; friends Sam Inder, Mike Prendergast and Russell Duff; and Ken’s wife Frances’ sister, Jean O’Callaghan. Ralph Fegan officiated. Son Craig travelled from his home in Boston to be at the service. He described Ken as a wonderful father who led by example, later a mentor full of guidance and advice, and lastly a friend and mate he could talk about anything with. Ken was very well known in Wanaka where he had lived for many years. He was a member of the Wanaka Community
Board for 15 years, a passionate family man, and a keen golfer, hunter and fisherman. He was also an enthusiastic rugby player and supporter. Ken was born in Balclutha and grew up in Clinton. He went farming near Middlemarch when he was about 16 years old. He met Frances in a hospital and they brought up their children on their Middlemarch farm. Ken’s friend Sam Inder, described him as a trailblazing farmer, who was one of the first in the district to put in large plantations of trees, the first to put in a water scheme, and the first to re-introduce merino sheep to the StrathTaieri in the early 1980s. He was the chairman of Federated Farmers and “invariably challenged traditional thinking.” Sam, and others, told stories about the day Ken and a group of farmers were protesting during David Lange’s visit to Invermay. Apparently they upset Lange so much he tore up his speech and left
abruptly in his limousine. The car was mobbed and a New Zealand flag went missing. The event was reported on the front page of the ODT, along with a photo of Ken. The flag turned up at the funeral - draped on Ken’s coffin. “He didn’t suffer fools easily and didn’t hesitate to tell them,” Sam said. There were many stories about Ken’s hunting, shooting and fishing exploits too. His friend Russell Duff said Ken worshipped the outdoors. He said Ken was not a religious man but he had two sacred days in his week; Friday - which was for afternoon golf followed by a session in a bar, and Sunday - which
was for fishing or hunting with friends. “Ken was the best shot I’ve ever seen in my life,” Russell said. Mike Prendergast said Ken shot thousands of rabbits in the Upper Clutha. “He was very popular and he loved to converse,” Mike said. “He was a very intelligent man.” Russell agreed Ken had a big personality and was very social. “The Copland hospitability was legendary,” Sam said. Ken’s sister-in-law Jean agreed. “He was a great host - at anyone’s party. It didn’t have to be his own,” she said. “He was great on the barbeque and he always took over.” Jean said Ken was an eternal optimist who typified the southern man stereotype. She said he was dedicated to public life and a very good Justice of the Peace and marriage celebrant. Ken is survived by his wife Frances, children Craig, Melissa and Emma and their spouses Susanna, Shane and Brett, and five grandchildren.
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Enid and Gretta honoured by club Last week the Upper Clutha Senior Citizens Club inducted two life members into the club: 90-year-old Enid Fraser and 95-year-old Gretta Bussell (pictured with club president Marilyn Fraser, centre). The ladies have been members of the club for more than 30 years, joining the club soon after it was incorporated in 1980. Coordinator Vivienne Fitzgerald said the club is honoured and delighted to be able to award the ladies life memberships. “They are very well deserved and we thank them for all they have done over the years,” Vivienne said. “They have served on the committee and been wonderful role models.”
Wanaka photographers winners Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun F o u r W a n a k a photographers have won accolades at the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography (NZIPP) Iris awards. Anna Allan was
awarded the title of Master Photographer and Jen Rayment the title Associate Photographer of the NZIPP. Both are Alpine Image Company photographers. Jen Rayment also won the highest possible score – Gold with Distinction
- in both the Wedding Creative and Wedding Classic (pictured) categories. Anna Allan won awards for nine of her 10 entries (four silver and five bronze.) Andy Woods (Andy Woods Photography) won one silver and four
bronze awards. Ruth Brown (Fluidphoto) won two bronzes. “Considered the ‘Oscars’ of NZ photography, the awards are held each year to showcase the talent of photographers at a national level,” Anna said.
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kenneth bragan
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All about winter
Wanaka finalist for book award
The children at Hawea Kindergarten were visited by Cardrona Ski Resort’s snowmaking supervisor, Hamish Mackay, recently as they have been learning about winter and in particular about what happens in their local environment. Hamish explained what he does on the mountain, and the children got to speak via radio to one of the men working up the mountain.
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Logo competition The recently re-formed Friends of the Library, now known as WPLA, needs a logo. It will be used on the newsletter, in advertisements and in any other communication. Anyone who wants to can submit a logo design. A prize of a $25 Paper Plus voucher will be awarded to the winner. Designs can be left at the library, Martinovich Exceptional Jewellery or Wastebusters.
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Local author Kenneth Bragan is on his way to Auckland to attend a ceremony where he will learn whether he is the winner of the 2013 Ashton Wylie Charitable Trust Published Book Award. All seven finalists will be at the ceremony tomorrow night. Kenneth’s book – Subjectivity: The Hidden and Neglected Side of Human Nature – was one of more than 100 entries for books in the body/mind/ spirit genre. A retired psychiatrist, Kenneth said subjectivity is the non-cerebral, unconscious part of ourselves. “Philosophers call it ‘one’s being’,” he said. “When psychology was establishing itself as a scientific discipline it had to be objective, and psychiatry was very biological. That’s changing now. There is a
return to dealing with the inner world as well as the outer world.” Kenneth said he wrote the book to appeal to a lay audience. “The whole purpose is to open it up to ordinary people rather than keep it in a professional basket.” This is the third time Kenneth has been an Ashton Wylie finalist and he is the author of several other books. Like this one, his first book - Self and Spirit in the Therapeutic Relationship – was published in the USA. “It was very successful,” he said. Earlier this year his biography of dancer Jennie Kjelgaard was launched in Wanaka. Kenneth said he developed an interest in the healing power of writing during his 30 years in psychiatric practice. “I’m a bit different as a psychiatrist because I have a definite interest in the spiritual side,” he said.
Aspiring apprenticeships Apprenticeships for plumbers, electricians, chefs and (potentially) builders have been presented to Mount Aspiring College students in the past term according to the
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school newsletter. The item suggested apprenticeships are an attractive alternative to the cost of tertiary study for many young people, considering the instability of the current job
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market. However the notice did point out: “Beware: as one young person found out, there are English, Maths and Science requirements for most apprenticeships.”
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Liz Breslin - all fired up
crimescene
Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun
Misbehaving males, careless shooting
Not everyone in town will have heard of new council candidate Liz Breslin, but most will know of both Prue Wallis and Sukhi Turner who nominated her. And it won’t be long before many know Liz. She’s all fired up. “ A f t e r t h e Wastebusters and library [council] decisions I woke up one morning and thought ‘I live in a different place. How did that happen?’” That’s when she decided to stand for council. “I want to help mend the distrust an d di sen ga g em ent that has built-up. A lot of decisions made at cou n c i l l ev el a re polarising Queenstown and Wanaka and I want to be part of the solution that mends that.” Liz first came here, on holiday from the UK, in 1999. “I knew straight away I would live here one day and raise my kids here. The place has some sort of spirit that makes it seem that things are possible.” Two years later Liz met her husband-to be, Kiwi Jamie (Jim) Rimmer, in London.
A local male was arrested for shoplifting from a liquor store. In two separate incidents two males were arrested for disorderly behaviour. A tourist bus window was smashed overnight during the weekend. Police are investigating an incident in which a shot ricocheted near to a person by the shoreline at Dublin Bay. Police are keen to speak to the person responsible. There was an another serious vehicle crash. Wanaka Police will be out on the street monitoring driver behaviour and “looking for stupidity, such as speed and unsafe over-taking”.
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“He said I’m going back to New Zealand and I said, ‘Sweet. I’m coming too’.” They have been living here ever since and have nineyear-old twins, Lauren and Dylan. Liz is looking forward to the elections in October. “Wanaka needs better representation. I want to talk to lots of people, see what they stand for and represent their views. That’s effective democracy.” She is already busy
meeting as wide a crosssection of people as she can. “In my work and volunteering I already come across a wide variety of people but I want to meet more.” Liz currently writes a fortnightly column (Thinking Allowed) for the ODT and is a venue manager and volunteer for the Festival of Colour. H e r o t h e r volunteering work includes having b e e n o n t he H aw e a
Flat School Board of Trustees, coaching netball, running Poetic Justice with Laura Williamson, and roles on various arts councils and committees. She is a health and safety auditor and worked for Tourism New Zealand for six years as a quality assurance assessor. She is also trained in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP). Before moving to New Zealand she did an Honours Degree
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in English Literature before working for a tour company in London for a decade.“I ran tours for seniors and educational tours …it was a wicked job,” she said. Now self-employed as a freelance writer she has plenty of time for her children and her campaigning. If elected she will work, “…as many hours as it takes. Anything I do I’ve got to do it properly or not at all.”
Police are warning of a telephone scam. The caller claims to work for the New Zealand government and offers a $6000 refund from the government. Police recommend hanging up on the caller.
If you have information on any crimes call 0800CRIMESTOPPER (0800555111).
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Burmese cat seeks owner
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Wanaka Veterinary Centre has been playing host to this lost male Burmese cat since August 4. He was found on Camphill Road, Hawea Flat. Affectionately named Boris by the staff, he is chocolate-coloured, friendly and approximately eight-year-old. While they have enjoyed his company for his unscheduled stay at the clinic they are keen to reunite him with his owner. See sunspots for details PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Urban mining Sue Coutts E-waste is one of the trickiest items we have to deal with at Wastebusters. The case for recovering e-waste is strong. There are strategically valuable rare earth elements and precious metals in your old televisions, phones, computers, printers and other electronic gadgets. These need to be recovered so that we can continue to manufacture electronics in the medium term. Technically almost every piece of plastic, metal and glass they contain
can go around again as recycled content in a new product. Electronics also contain hazardous materials that need to be carefully recovered so they don’t pollute soil and water. But it takes labour and transport to make this happen. That costs money. Like most other recycling streams the sale of the materials doesn’t cover the true cost of the collection, handling and processing. There are three ways we can cover this cost. We can pay through taxes
or rates, we can pay at the point of purchase or we can pay at the end of the product’s life. Since Wastebusters can’t control the first two, we have a user pays charge so we can afford to recover e-waste from those people in our community that are willing to pay. We know it hurts when the electronic equipment you bought for a premium price is pretty much worthless a year or two later. We think the best option is getting the money at the point of purchase, to cover
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end-of-life recovery costs so you can drop it off for free when you are done with it. We are working on this behind the scenes. But in the meantime paying a few dollars to be able to get your unwanted electronics recycled in an environmentally and socially friendly way is the best option we have got. Bis Bisson is pictured with some old televisions packed and ready to be recycled. Over the last four months, 47 tonnes of old televisions have been recycled through Wanaka Wastebusters.
MACmonthly Mount Aspiring College media student Lydia Bailey writes about a class meeting with Kristi James. Kristi James is an exhibition of talents, with media skills ranging from hosting her own show, digital editing, to mastering whole productions. Her latest venture is managing her own local talent company. Kristi came to talk to the Level 3 Media Studies class as a guest speaker, giving lasting advice: “if you want to be in media, you have to market yourself.” She began as a young woman in
Tahoe City, snowboarding, and proved tenacious enough to produce her own live show on the Resorts Sports Network, even interviewing Tony Hawk. She was on screen and behind the scenes for two years before she made the decision to move down to Wanaka, where she is the producer for Passion for Fashion, an event in which the creative minds of Wanaka are let loose in
a world of material and crafts. Kristi even offered us the opportunity to volunteer at the event, which meant a great deal of us put ourselves forward. She also gave us tips on how to gain a foothold in the media industry and suggested what to study at university, giving the students clear goals if we want to be as successful as she is. She provided useful information about how to
interview people, what to learn from and how to conduct yourself. My personal opinion of Kristi is that she has much to offer Wanaka, and I hope, through putting my hand up to help out at Passion for Fashion, I learn a lot from her, as I see Kristi as a mentor to look up to as I begin my career in the media industry. - Lydia Bailey
Support for dyslexia in Wanaka Aftermorethan250people attended screenings of a documentary about dyslexia in Wanaka earlier this year, a meeting is being held for people interested in forming a support group for affected families.
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Dyslexia tutor Jo McArthur said an inaugural meeting is being held on Monday week (August 26) at 7pm in the St John’s Rooms. “The aim is to consider if a support group for families would be useful,
desirable and achievable, and if so, what form it would take,” Jo said. “A support group could provide an opportunity to share ideas, network, educate, advocate, consider useful resources, provide general support
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and remove the sense of isolation families often feel.” The group would include families affected by other similar learning difficulties as well as dyslexia. Anyone interested is welcome to attend the meeting.
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Junior racers in form More than 100 young ski racers from all over the country took part in last weekend’s Interfield competition at Treble Cone with Wanaka skiers producing some good results against Queenstown, Ruapehu and Ohau teams. The winners of the under-10 boys event on the podium
are (pictured) Samuel Packer, Rex McDonald and Gustav Legnavsky, all from Cardrona Alpine Ski Team (CAS). In the under-10 girls, the top three placings went to Eather Vile and Tallulah Bryant from Queenstown with Shiloh Teer (CAS) third. In the under-12 girls Treble Cone’s Rivey Mutton won with Talia
Bodel (QAS), second and Zac Teen (CAS) in third. The top three places for the under-14 girls went to Queenstowners Alice Robinson, Rose Hadley and Alex Hull. The under-16 girls event was won by Teagan Brown (Ohau), Tully Robinson (QAS) in second and Cate Farrel (TRE), third. The under-12 boys was won
by Sam Hadley followed by Cameron Marshall and Albie O’Connell. Treble Cone racers Zac Mutton and Max Watt took the top two places in the under-14 boys with Julius Staufenberg (CAS), third. Queenstowners Rich Jackson, Glen Shaw and Connor Kennedy took the top under-16 boys spots. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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Stepping up their game The Senior B hockey team had two great games in the past two weeks, stepping up their team play immensely. Following their recent win against Queenstown they followed up on Friday with a draw against DHS Commanders (Alexandra) 2-2. Coach Trev Cray was most impressed with the team’s defence. Player of the day, Philly Cross, defended fearlessly and scored a goal. The other goal came from a brilliant pass from Tegan Brickland to Will Gerrard who popped it into the net.
Makarora hills host freestyle heli Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun Twenty two skiers and snowboarders took to the mountains above Makarora for the freestyle day in the World Heli Challenge on Monday. “As far as we know we are the first to ride this zone and the mix of natural features with a fresh delivery of snow made it an ideal pick for the Freestyle Day,” event director, Tony Harrington, said. Competitors used the terrain to perform aerial manoeuvres such as double back flips for the judges with much of the action captured by a heli-mounted camera system filming in 3D. “Conditions were variable today with beautiful fresh powder at the top of the run, grippy snow in the middle and deep soft snow at the bottom, making it a challenge for the athletes. Regardless, they still managed some fast,
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competent skiing and pulled off some technical tricks,” head snowboard judge, Mike Hygemann, said.
An extreme day is planned for later this week depending on weather and snow conditions. Competitors will find out their
placings on August 22 at the iON Showcase Awards, as well as the results of the Canon Shootout photographic competition.
Golden goal claims final
Third in table
Upper Clutha senior hockey women took on Alexandra in the Central Otago cup final on Saturday. Cheered on by great support, Upper Clutha started brightly, pushing forward and creating plenty of chances. Great teamwork was rewarded when centre half Becs Holland broke through the middle, feeding the ball to Sarah Quinn who
The Upper Clutha men’s hockey team took on tabletopping Cromwell on Monday night. Upper Clutha started brightly, taking a first half lead when Connor Busse scored his first of the season with a tap in on the right-hand post. The score remained 1-0 at the interval and despite, Upper Clutha making a bright start to the second half, they could not find the final touch as the home team defended resolutely. Cromwell edged further forward and equalised with an accurate strike from the top of the circle. UC responded with more attacking intent and retook the lead with a close range finish from Angus Ford, but Cromwell once again responded to tie the scores at 2-2. The draw leaves UC in third place in the table; the decisive match is likely to be Dunstan versus Cromwell on September 9.
opened the scoring. The tempo remained high but there were no further goals before the half-time interval. After the break Alex pressed forward, looking for an equaliser, which finally came when a hit into the circle was deflected in via their left winger. The scores remained deadlocked at the final whistle and the match went into ‘golden goal’ extra
time. Upper Clutha came close to snatching the win with several efforts, one of which hit the post, but in the end the decisive strike went to Alex when they slotted home a penalty corner to secure the trophy. The team told the Wanaka Sun they would like to thank all those who travelled to Cromwell to support them and made an incredible atmosphere.
Tititea tournament a success The Inaugural Tititea Netball Tournament held last Saturday at the Holy Family Catholic School has been called a success by organisers, with $600 raised for players. Four teams competed in each category of Year 3 and Year 4 with teams made up from Wanaka Primary School Netball Club, Hawea Flat Primary School, Holy Family Catholic School and Tarras School. The Year 3 competition was made up of the Holy Ferns, Wanaka Magic, Wanaka Mystics and Rainbow Rockets and Year 4 with the Holy Sparks, Wanaka Tactix, Wanaka Steel and Hawea Star Hunters. As well as a trophy and badges for the winning teams, there was a special award for one member of each competing team, the “Bridget O’Brien Award” for positive attitude and determination. Bridget, a pupil and netballer from Holy Family School, is currently undergoing medical treatment for a serious illness. The Hawea Star Hunters, coached by Raewyn Hardaker and Bex Sarginson, won the Year 4 section. The team comprised of Eliza Hardaker, Isla Henderson, Claire Edwards, Emma Palmer, PAGE 10
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BOARD COME ON SMOKERS, HAVE SOME RESPECT, STOP DROPPING YOUR CIG BUTTS OVER THIS LOVELY TOWN WHO STOLE ALL MY PARSLEY? ROB ROY LANE! SURE MAKE THE HUMPS PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS THEN TRY TO DRIVE THROUGH TOWN AT XMAS NEW YEAR PEOPLE ON ALL THE HUMPS THEY DON’T CARE THEY ON HOLIDAY CROSSING THE ROAD CARS BACKED UP NO ONES MOVING AND YOUR RUNNING LATE DO YOU STILL LIKE YOUR IDEA. DON’T CROSS UNLESS CLEAR HOW HARD IS THAT. HAS THE WORLD COME TO SIGNS CAUSE WE CANT THINK ANY MORE. WANAKA - DO YOU WANT TO PAY FOR THE QUEENSTOWN CONVENTION CENTRE? NO? GET YOUR SUBMISSIONS IN NOW. YOUR VIEW MATTERS. R.I.P ALLAN BYRNE. A TRULY GREAT NEW ZEALANDER AND ONE OF THE ABSOLUTE GREATS IN THE HISTORY OF SURFING WORLDWIDE. MAXIMUM RESPECT A.B. IMAGINE THERE’S NO DOG POO, IT ISN’T HARD TO DO. NO NEED FOR SIRENS AND NO BAD DRIVERS TOO. IMAGINE IF ALL THE PEOPLE AND ROUNDABOUTS LIVED IN PEACE. YOU MAY SAY I’M A DREAMER, BUT I’M (SURELY?) NOT THE ONLY ONE. I HOPE SOME DAY YOU WILL JOIN US, AND THE MOANERS WILL SHUT IT AND MOVE ON! THE RAISED SPEED HUMPS DESPERATELY NEED SIGNAGE CLARIFYING THAT THEY ARE NOT PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS PLEASE PLEASE B4 SOMEONE KILLED. SO CONFUSING CYCLING IS GREAT. HOWEVER THE RISKS ARE GREATLY INCREASED WHEN THERE’S A STIGMA TOWARD BOTH DRIVER AND CYCLIST AND MORE VEHICLES ON THE ROAD ! ITS NO PLACE FOR PEDALS I CRINGE AT THE NEAR MISSES WITNESSED REGULARLY . WHAT IS MORE POSITIVE ON THE OTHER HAND IS ALL THE TRACKS BEING MADE OFF ROAD I.E. RAIL TRAILS SURELY ONE OF THE MORE INAPPROPRIATE STATEMENTS FROM OUR POLICE: DON’T SLOW DOWN OR STOP FOR PEDESTRIANS ON THOSE HUMPS SO THE REARWARD VEHICLES DON’T CRASH INTO YOU! HA!
EDITORIAL How much time do some people have on their hands in Wanaka? Apart from the normal working week, we are lucky to have a community which still takes part in and values the huge amount of voluntary commitment to sports, crucial emergency services and general care and involvement with others. Some of these activities, by their nature, take up room and make noise. For a small and sometimes vocal minority, that just isn’t good enough. Matters such as rocks on a roundabout to plantings of a certain type have elicited a response quite out of proportion to their actual importance in the great scheme of things. But fire sirens? How inconsiderate. Waking one at all hours and causing dogs to bark. Large trucks racing about with bright lights flashing. Now they’ve even put bright torches on their helmets to poke about the neighbourhood waking people up and telling them to get out of bed. How much authority should these volunteers have anyway… and as for spraying water all about the place. Really. Why don’t people just put their own fires out? Alternatively we can thank our lucky stars that we have such a dedicated body of volunteers who respond to that siren any time of the day or night.
Traffic dangers
Accident waiting to happen
I was horrified to read (Wanaka Sun August 8) that drivers were advised not to stop for people crossing Ardmore Street on the hump crossings. When these “crossings” were first constructed people stood up during public forum at the community board meeting and told the councillors how dangerous they were because of the confusion as to whether the public or vehicles had right of way. We were told it couldn’t be a pedestrian crossing as it didn’t comply with rules regarding crossings. If it couldn’t be a pedestrian crossing - why was it made to look like one? I firmly believe the confusion is caused because different coloured tiles have been introduced across the walkway width of the carriage way instead of keeping it the same colour and sealing of the street. To accept a design for any street, surely safety is paramount and the intent for pedestrians and drivers unequivocal. The council has had ample time to correct this and not to do so is irresponsible, as it has been brought up many times. All the councillors no doubt have had the same experience as Wanaka drivers where pedestrians come over from the lake area and proceed to cross. In contrast the crossings on Brownston Street where the crossing is not defined with a different colour to the carriageway – there is no confusion. Loris King Wanaka
REARWARD TRAFFIC HAS TO KEEP ENOUGH DISTANCE TO SAFELY STOP AT ANY TIME WITHOUT CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. LAW. WHY THE COUNCIL REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THOSE SPEED HUMPS BE BETTER TURNED INTO PED’ CROSSING IS A MYSTERY TO ME!!! BUT HEY, SO IS A LOT OF WHAT THE COUNCIL DOES. LONG TIME WATCHA FIRST TIME TXTER...C MON WANAKA HARDEN UP!! LIFE IS GOOD???CHUR HORRIFIC AMOUNT OF BROKEN GLASS ON SCURR HEIGHTS PATH. DON’T THEY EVER GO BAREFOOT OR HAVE PETS?
Millennium track litter Visiting from Hobart we must compliment Wanaka on your superb Millennium Track around the lake. Shame about all the litter along the track- are all these bogans with shotguns somehow different to the rest of us? Why can’t they pick up their litter like everyone else? Visitors like us are disappointed as this is otherwise a beautiful walk. Shame on them. Paul Archer Hobart, Tasmania
Fire siren ignorance We were very sad, very sad indeed to read about such ignorance regarding the fire sirens. The fire brigade we truly admire – the volunteers are on stand-by 24/7. The siren is the same as I remember during the Battle of Britain. While bombs were dropped by the enemy the fire brigade there bravely in the midst of it all shall be in my memory all my life. Today volunteers are attending disastrous car crashes which is not a pleasant sight. Whether house fires, scrub fires or vehicle mishaps, it may be yours one day. When the siren goes off in the middle of the night or whenever, they will be there. Peter Chamberlain Wanaka
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When you have a situation where the majority of pedestrians are tourists and there is a large portion of motorists who won’t stop for them at what could seem like pedestrian-crossings, then we have an accident waiting to happen. Could I suggest removing two of the humps and making the other two into properly-designated pedestrian-crossings, thus making access between the town and its lake easy, without upsetting motorists. Your intentions, Rob Darby, were sincere and are to be commended, however this ongoing issue needs to be addressed.
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Best game of the season Mount Aspiring College first XV had their best game of the season on Saturday, playing Gore High School away in good conditions. MAC had the halftime lead of 8-7 through a penalty from Rube Peina (man of the match), who followed up with an intercept for a Josh Thompson try. Gore played some good rugby in the second half to win the game 28-15. The MAC backs performed well despite injuries during the game. The two 15-year-olds Ellis Myer-Budge and Rube Peina showed ability and class, and Max Schikker led from the front with great support from the loose forwards Elliot Mason, Teegan Vink and Bailey Nolet.
The previously rocksolid Academy side came unstuck against a spirited Cape Horn Kings team in round four of the local futsal league. Whilst a straightforward defeat happens to even the best sides in the world (crikey, even Swindon Town FC lose on the odd occasion), the result was bewildering as the young lads had a three-goal headstart, due to the Kings starting the game with borrowed players. The Academy had nearly all the play but squandered chances in front of goal with multiple shots hitting the cross bar, posts and side netting. Amazingly, in 26 minutes of play they managed just one
goal. In the end they were given a lesson in clinical finishing, in particular by the talented King’s player, Juan Mallagray, who delivered a breathtaking performance. Credit should also go to the King’s veteran keeper, Lorne Knight, who advertised an agility not usually expected by a man born (apparently) in 1932. Final score 6-4. The second game of the evening delivered another rather unexpected result as WPC went down 3-2 to the quickly-improving Your Mums Athletic. The WPC team were without some key players, but this was never coughed up as an excuse by the
WPC players, The first penalty of the season was presented to the Ordinary Joes against the A Team in the most physical encounter of the season to date. It was simply put away but it was to be the Joe’s only goal of the game, as they were outplayed by the new league leaders, 8-1. The game presented some tough decisions for the referees, as players from both sides put their bodies on the line, with many challenges, ending in reminders that the game is meant to be social. It was handshakes and smiles at the end of the match, though, as it should be. The A Team will be delighted to see
their team name in the number one spot. The final game of the round saw the Brazilian Ballstars put 12 beyond the Misfits’ keeper, Mike Bopp. The Misfits once again showed dogged determination despite the score line, stopping the Ballstars from gaining their hopedfor 15-goal margin, which would put them top of the table on goal difference. The scoreboard read 12-1 as the final whistle blew. The Misfits sit anchored to the bottom of the table along with Ordinary Joes. There will be a lot to play for when these sides meet in round six at the beginning of September.
Strong finish for rugby juniors
Sport climbers ascend Young Wanaka climbers came back with some good results after competing in the second round of the Climbing New Zealand National Cup sport climbing competition in Christchurch.
Brothers Joel and James Suddaby placed first and second in the under-12 sport climbing event, with Jessa Bennett placing third in the girls’ category. Josh Rogan came
second in the under-14 boys’ event and Stefan Schwarz placed third in the under-18 division and second i n the bo ulde r ing competition. Pictured here is Wanaka competitor, PHOTO: LOZ OGLE
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Upper Clutha under-16 rugby team (pictured) defeated Eastern 31-5 on Saturday and could be in the finals if they win against Otago Boys High School this weekend in Dunedin. The team has lost one game out of seven for the season, often not playing at full strength as some players were used in the MAC first XV squad, manager Mike
Scurr said. In the younger grades, the club has managed to field two teams in each division with a policy of having similar strength squads instead of the more traditional A and B sides, junior rugby president Dean Miller said. The teams have responded well with all finishing near the top of their respective competitions
he said. The junior awards are being held this Friday with the under-14 and under-16 holding theirs on August 30 following the end-ofcompetition games. Otago representative selections so far are Sam Howard for the under-65kg team and Sam Pearce and Gregor Findlay in the under48kg team.
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no 18. Rick Johnston. Neil Matchett. Gerry Browne. WANAKA STADIUM BOWLS RESULTS Week ending 12 08 13 Monday Edgewater Trophy! 1st Simon Nyhof, Don Stretch, Margaret Barrow 2nd. Tim Scurr, Brian Holmes, Gloria Westwood 3rd Kerry Suckling, Richie Muir, John Leith Tuesday Afternoon 2x4x2 Pairs Evening Trades Competition 1st Placemakers: M Prince, M Gould, J Oakes 2nd 4 M’s: J Mayen, G Dowdle, T Mackay 3rd Lions: K Mitchell, M Kelly, E Fahey. Wednesday Afternoon Triples 1st Glad Cross, K Chartres, Lorraine Pannett 2nd Doris Studholme, Jim Skeggs, Margaret Hay 3rd Neville Findlater, Fran Duncan, Madeleine Wilson Wednesday Evening Trades Competition 1st Trail Enders 2nd Shot Bowls 3rd Brumbies Thursday Afternoon 2x4x2 Pairs 1st Betty Russell and Jill Millar 2nd Neville Harris and Don Stretch 3rd Noeline Turner and Gaye Beattie Thursday Evening Trades Competition 1st A Russell, R Key, J Russell 2nd P Davidson, B Pringle, K Mitchell 3rd Rotary Friday Progressive Skips 1st Scotty Culverwell 2nd Trevor Tovey, 3rd Ross Davey 3rds 1st Cyril Gilfedder 2nd Don McLean 3rd Peter Wilson 2nds 1st Ian Fletcher 2nd Graeme Ferguson 3rd Mike Kelly Leads 1st Madeleine Wilson 2nd Shirley Ironside
3rd Oscar Verbiest Saturday: Studholme Memorial Hawea 59, Meadowstone 58, Rippon Lea 57, Beacon Point 56, Mt Albert 55 Scurr Heights 44, Pembroke 44, Bremner Park 43. UPPER CLUTHA NETBALL Intermediate Y7&8 Netball Final – Red 14 v Holy Family 5 Points Cup for Most Goals scored – Red Etiquitte Cup for Sportsmanship – Yellow with runners up Blue. Most Improved Intermediate Player for 2013 – Breanna Sheppard. Most Outstanding Intermediate Player for 2013 – Bella Chapman-Cohen A Grade:NES MAC A 32 Nulook Hawea 24 – POG Carolyn Hay. Maxim Pioneer 44 v Locations MAC B 17 – POG Sandra Tamblyn. Hawea Holiday Park 29 v Edgewater 19 – POG Laura Ferguson. Arrowtown 49 v Alice 20 – POG Julia Mulino. Senior Reserve: MAC Black 26 v New World 19 - POG Courtney Black. McGregors Pioneer 23 v MAC Y9A 15 – POG Caitlin Gibson. MAC Y10A 48 v MAC Blue 20 – POG Jaimie Vial. B Grade: Hawea Hotel 48 v MAC Lakeland 9 – POG Charlotte Wilson MAC Gold 29 v Upper Clutha Y8 Reps 22 – POG Holly Wigg MAC Marine 17 v MAC Wellman 14 – POG Ella Morrison Speights Ale House Player of the night: Thursday – Sandra Tamblyn Maxim Pioneer Friday – Holly Wigg Upper Clutha Y8 Rep Team
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NEW CLOTHING going out daily at The Salvation Army Family Store 48 Helwick Street.
FAR INFRARED medical sauna at Wanaka Wellness. Release pain & tension today! 4434668
WANAKA’S COMMUNITY exchange program wanakatimebank.org is now operational. Join now and find out how your community can support you.
ONLINE FARMERS market specialising in central otago produce for sale. Work from home. Inexpensive, low overheads. Owner moving. 034452323 info@centralotagoshop.co.nz
FARMERS, FARMER 35 years experience available for casual farm work in Upper Clutha district. 0276075031
LOOBIES STORY JEANS Grey Denim. Fantastic cut & quality. Size 14 Ph 021 0616 923
WANAKA’S ONLY LAUNDROMAT IS OPEN 6am-11pm daily. Oversized washers and 9 dryers for fast laundering, at Caltex Wanaka.
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rent TO SUBLET from beginning of Oct. - beginning of Nov. Nice 1Bedroom flat.private, sunny, quiet, double glazed.$180 a week plus power.ph: 027 660 2271 / 34430097
services STAND OUT with branding by adamhalldesign. Wanaka’s local graphic designer. M: 021 029 49218 E: adamhalldesign@gmail.com BACK BY REQUEST! Being Light healing residential retreat 6-8 Sept at Lookout Lodge. Nurturing, insightful channelings, teachings and more. Www.vickycavanagh-hodge.com. 4431672 EARTH HEALING Meditation 8PM Weds 21 August at 24 Dungarvon St/Wanaka Wellness Ctr. By donation, all welcome! Jen 443.1672 FREE BUDGET ADVICE available at Community Networks Monday 2nd September. Call 443 7799 for an appointment, FREE LEGAL ADVICE at Community Networks Wednesday 4 September 1-2,30pm,Bookings call 4437799, IMMERSE YOURSELF in resonating sound. Quartz crystal singing bowls for deep relaxation/energy balancing. 1.30PM each Mon. $20 pp. 9 Tyndall St. Jen 443.1672. JP SERVICES at Community Networks Tuesdays 1pm and. Fridays 10.30.For appointments call 4437799 LAKES BOWEN therapy treating babies through to the elderly.Cathy Rodgers 02102201898 / 443 7907 www.lakesbowentherapy.com LIFE STORIES writing and book design. Memoirs, histories, letters, diaries - transcribed and published. www.timeofyourlife.co.nz. Contact laura@timeofyourlife. co.nz or 443 4629. LYN BROWN BOWEN and JSJ Practitioner treating out of Wanaka Wellness Centre. For appts/info pls ph Lyn 4437388 www.naturalhealthwanaka. co.nz
PRISTINE STEAMING, professional to steam your garments and get rid off the wrinkles. Contact 021 161 2885 SEWING REPAIRS/ALTERATIONS. Quick, easy, economic solution to those broken zips and seams in your favourite clothes. Phone Sue 0272472181 SKIING ALL DAY? Responsible, experienced 11 year old boy will give your dog a walk & play! 30 min $7. 443-1672 or 022.097.4596 THE GUTS on Immunity and Infections - info talk at Wanaka wellness. Thursday 15th 7pm. $15 ph 4435991 VASECTOMYS AVAILABLE here in Wanaka with Dr Simon Brebner at Aspiring Medical Centre.Ph 443 1226 for an appointment to discuss. WARM, RELAX , NURTURE. Therapeutic treatments: Lomi Lomi (Hawaiian) Massage, Hot Stone Massage. Ph Maryann 4436463, 021 1101160 BE SEEN with advertising by adamhalldesign. Wanaka’s local graphic designer. M: 021 029 49218 E: adamhalldesign@gmail.com WHEELS TO DUNSTAN: Free daily transport to Dunstan Hospital & Alexandra specialist appointments. Bookings call 4437799 WINTER GAMES ATHLETES: Sooth, reduce swelling and pain. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) treatments with Maryann ph 4436463, 0211101160.
wanted PRUNING WORK required specialise in Peach trees Apricot Nectarines And ok with others ph Tony 0276946162 SALVATION ARMY family store urgently requires more bed linen – help us to help others URGENT – VOLUNTEERS wanted for Friday afternoons 1.30 -3.30pm at The Salvation Army Family Store – please call in for more info 48 Helwick Street
MOTOR HOME & caravan repair and restoration. Steve Rumore 443.1672
URGENTLY WANTED FOR A FAMILY IN NEED one double bed in good condition please phone The Salvation Army 443 5068 if you can help
MOVEWELL REHAB Pilates a Private Boutique Studio For an appointment please ph Joss 021668393
WANTED CLIP clothes hangers , please drop into The Salvation Army Family Store 48 Helwick Street.
NEW EMPLOYER WORKSHOP, Free IRD Workshop. Friday 30 August 1-3pm. To register call 039512208 or email Jamie.Munro@ird.govt.nz
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trades & Classifieds NOTICE services Community Notice regarding two Winter Games Cyclo Cross events, and the use of public spaces. The Ardmore St. Car Park on the Lake Front will be closed from 3-8pm on Thursday Aug 22, and there will be a one lane traffic plan for a 200m long section of Lismore St. from 1:45-2:05 on Saturday Aug 24. (Permitted by APL Properties on the 29/07/13.)
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Olympian skiers charge Tim Brewster Wanaka Sun New Zealand cross country skiers Andy Pohl and Sarah Murphy have a daunting task today as they line up against Olympic gold medallists and a current world champion on the start line at the Snow Farm, as the opening event for the Winter Games. The 1.6 km FIS Australia New Zealand Continental Cup Sprint follows two days of racing last weekend with Poles, Justyna Kowalczyk, pictured, and Maciej Kreczmer, winning the women’s and men’s events. Justyna is a current distance world champion, ranked third in the world for the sprint distance, is a 2010 gold medallist and has 27 World Cup wins. She will have strong competition from two other Olympic gold medallists, Russian Nikita Kriukov who is ranked second in the world
Record-breaking swimmer Mount Aspiring College student, Hamish McLean, was one of the nine best young Kiwi swimmers in Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ), attending the sixth annual Swimming Development Camp held in Hamilton in July. The camp, coached by Clive Power and Sheldon Kemp, included two training days and three days of competition in the Hamilton Winter Meet. Hamish beat three of his own New Zealand Paralympic under-19 records for his classification (S6) and he also broke the 200m backstroke record. Hamish now holds the New Zealand Paralympic male under-19 S6 records for 200m individual medley, 100m butterfly, 100m breaststroke and 200m backstroke.
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and Olympic biathlete Russian-born Anastazia Kuzmina who competes for Slovakia. The men’s event will see Maciej attempting to replicate his win
over Russian Olympian medallist, Alexey Petukho, and Canadian champion, Brian McKeever. Rounding out the field will be national champions and Olympians
from Korea, Japan, the U.S.A., France and the Dominican Republic. The qualifying races start at 9.30 with the finals expected from around noon.
Basketball finals night
Win for under-14s The Upper Clutha under-14s rugby team won 47-22 against Cromwell on Saturday and are currently placed fifth out of nine teams, with two games to go.
Finals night for the Upper Clutha basketball competition produced strong form from Wanaka players to win three titles. In the men’s A grade, Ray White beat Cromwell 59-36, despite being down by six points at halftime. Rob Cootes won the award for most valuable player. Women’s A grade team Inbalance Therapeutics won 36-24 against Ecco Landscapes with Sandee Hasler awarded MVP. Broken Shed Vodka defeated the Dribblers 70-48 to win the men’s B grade competition with Greg Nolet taking the MVP award. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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