Wanaka Sun | 25 June - 1 July 2015 | Edition 719 by Wanaka Sun

Urgent appeal for blankets The Salvation Army urgently needs your blankets. The charity ran out of warm winter bedding after last week’s heavy snow dump.

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Fundraiser for Hamish McLean The Wallis family raised more than $4,500 for local swimmer Hamish McLean during a fundraising lunch at Tim and Prue’s home on Sunday.

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People living out of town are leaping at the chance to get wireless, high-speed internet, which hasn’t been available until recently according to provider owner Tim Jacobsen. Tim set up a repeater in the region two years ago, and started offering it commercially through his company

D-Fi Wireless late last year. There has been a big demand from Hawea so he’s installed a repeater near Mount Maude and customers are queuing up, he said. “In Hawea Flat you pretty much can’t get the internet at night so this is a big deal for people there. The difference is astronomical.” Tim said more than 150

customers have signed up to the service including people in Wanaka, Luggate, Glendhu Bay, Lake Hawea and Hawea Flat. Tim said people also like his service because it is “cheap, pre-paid with no contract, and you only pay for what you use”. It is only accessible where there is a direct sightline to a repeater.

Wanaka woman Sophie Ward is on her way back to Nepal to continue helping get supplies to remote villages after the two disastrous earthquakes there on April 25 and May 12. Sophie and husband Mal Haskins were in Nepal when the earthquakes struck. Mal was working as a tandem paragliding pilot and Sophie was a volunteer for Karma Flights, an organisation which supports local schools. They were in Kathmandu during the first earthquake and set up the Helambu Solu Khumbu Relief Fund within a few days. Their aim was to get food, medical aid and shelter directly to people in badly damaged regions far away from Kathmandu. Using the Spark Foundation’s Givealittle website they have raised more than $70,000 through donations, including $18,000 in the first week. They got together a group of more than 20 Nepali and foreign volunteers, including doctors, trekking guides and drivers, and, with three jeeps and three trucks loaded with supplies, drove as far as they could up the Langtang Valley. They got as far as a village called Timbu and set up an aid post there. Mal spoke about their work at a Nepal fundraiser held at Wyndham Wanaka last Tuesday evening (June 23). “We were horrified and amazed at the plight of the Nepali people, the conditions they face and their strength, endurance and compassion for each other and those around them,” he said. “When we told them we would be there for three weeks, and we weren’t providing government aid, they were gobsmacked,” he said. “We distributed aid every two days. We sent doctors into the mountains. We had to be careful to supply what was actually needed.” Mal said aid programmes are complicated, for example sending in sacks of rice can undermine local farmers who are growing rice and hope to be able to sell it. “In the time we were there we had daily supply trucks coming up from Kathmandu [organised by Sophie] and were able to help 911 families in 10 different villages.” They provided medical and food aid, 1000+ hammers and saws, and built Story continues temporary schools and shelter. page 3...

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Katie Thompson Wanaka Sun Less than a week remains before applications for the Contact Epic Community Fund close this Sunday, June 28. The Contact Epic Community Fund has been created to promote the wellbeing and sustainable development of the Hawea district, and to support the development of a safe and connected community while fostering its values. The Contact Epic is a mountain bike challenge that takes place each year around the shores of Lake Hawea. The fund is made up of contributions from both organisers of the Epic event - Contact Energy and LMS Events. Both parties have contributed $5 for every 2015 Contact Epic participant, while committing to making the same contributions for future 2016 and 2017 events, coinciding with Contact Epic’s 10-year anniversary. This year, the fund totals $6,380 and is open to both community groups from across the Hawea district and resident individuals. “This is the first year of the

Contact Epic Community Fund, so we’re pretty excited about receiving applications from those interested,” Contact community relations manager Craig Griffiths said. It is anticipated that a significant proportion of the fund will be going towards groups who are directly benefiting Hawea’s community by undertaking initiatives. Mr Griffiths said that there are no pre-defined limits on the number of potential recipients and said: “We’ll go through all of the applications and assess each of them on their merits, ranking them according to their fit with the fund’s objectives. Funding will be distributed to groups and individuals on that basis until the funding runs out.” For the purposes of the fund, the Hawea district encompasses the communities of Lake Hawea, Hawea Flat, John Creek, Maungawera Valley, remote headwaters of Lake Hawea, and the two small farming communities of the Dingleburn and Hunter Valley’s high country farming stations. Applications close on Sunday June 28, 2015. For more information visit the Hawea Community Association website.

Wanaka Sun Creditors of the Pegasus Town development, who are owed $101.4 million dollars, now know they will never be paid. Financial figures have been released following the liquidation of Pegasus Town Ltd on February 26 this year, showing this outstanding debt. Pegasus Town is an urban development 25 kilometres north of Canterbury. Construction began in mid-2006 by Pegasus Town Limited, a conjoint company owned by Infinity Investment Group Ltd and Brookfield Multiplex. The urban development aimed to house 4500 residents, and to include a town centre as well as a golf course, lake and cultural sites. It currently has 2000 residents. Following the global financial crisis of 2008, Pegasus Town’s bank, The Royal Bank of Scotland, sold many of its overseas assets, one of which was the security of $142 million owed by Pegasus Town Ltd. The ‘security’ – which is essentially a loan, not dissimilar to a bank’s mortgage over a family home – was sold to New Zealand Property Finance Partners (NZPFP). NZPFP is a consortium of Australian company Brookfield Group and investment bank Goldman Sachs. Brookfield Multiplex sold its

2006 - Construction began on Pegasus Town Ltd 2010 - 50% share of Pegasus Town Ltd sold to Infinity Investment Group by Brookfield Multiplex 2010 - $142 million security sold to New Zealand Finance Property Partners 2012 (August) - Pegasus Town Ltd confirms it is in receivership and Bob Robertson says he is trying to refinance 2012 (December) - Todd Property group purchase Pegasus Town Ltd 2015 (February) - Pegasus Town Ltd goes into liquidation 2015 (August) - Final reports show debt to credit totals more than $100 million 50% share of Pegasus Town to Infinity Investment Group in 2010. On August 16, 2012, it was confirmed that Pegasus Town was in receivership, after NZPFP took receivership action. Pegasus developer and Infinity Investment CEO at the time, the late Bob Robertson, said Pegasus Town had been trying to buy the security back from NZPFP but was unable to get the finance in time, given the time constraints imposed by NZPFP. The economic climate at that time was not conducive to investment following the global financial crisis. In an article published on stuff.co.nz on August 17, 2012, Robertson said that NZPFP had run out of patience, but he hoped the loan could be refinanced the following week. Robertson said he had a New Zealand lender who had agreed to refinance the loan. Later, in an article published in the Otago Daily Times on

December 5, 2012, Robertson was quoted saying that he had planned to refinance the project in a joint venture with the Todd family, but “right at the last minute, life changed a bit”. The Todd family – New Zealand’s wealthiest family with an estimated net worth of $3.1 billion – purchased Pegasus outright. “We are now completely out of Pegasus Town and Todd is in,” he was quoted to have said, also noting that “all the development’s basically done. So it’s a bit annoying after all that.” Robertson estimated profits from Pegasus could have been in the range of $80-$100 million. Following the February 26 liquidation, the liquidators reported there were no assets or cash after the sale, which left the debt at over $100 million. A subsidiary of Todd Property Group continues to develop Pegasus.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Challenge Wanaka Sports Trust is having its Annual Public Meeting tomorrow (June 26). Next year will be the 10th anniversary of the international long-distance triathlon. This year’s Challenge Wanaka event raised just over $20,000 for Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand, a result the organisation has called “outstanding’’, with donations more than

double that of 2014. Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand and Challenge Wanaka are thrilled to announce that they will continue to partner each other in 2016. Challenge Wanaka race director Victoria Murray-Orr said: “We’re delighted to partner with CFNZ once again. We are incredibly fortunate that we are able to swim, bike, and run in

this stunning part of the world but those with cystic fibrosis don’t have that option. “To provide the platform to raise essential funds for CFNZ and to work with the team is an honour and it’s wonderful to see so many athletes raising money for such a worthwhile cause.” The APM will be held at Lake Wanaka Centre at 10am.

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PICTURED AT THE NEW ENTRANCEWAY TO ROTARY PARK: WANAKA COMMUNITY BOARD MEMBERS BRIAN LLOYD AND LYAL COCKS, ROTARY CLUB OF WANAKA PRESIDENT DAVID BREWER, PAST PRESIDENT TONY BROWN AND PROJECT MANAGER JOHN McLEAN.

Ramps from Rotary Sue Wards Wanaka Sun Work undertaken by teams of Rotarians over the past few years has been realised this week with the completion of the new entranceway to Rotary Park at Glendhu Bay. Development of Rotary Park, which includes a boat ramp and a recreational area, has been a joint project between the Rotary Club of Wanaka and the Wanaka Community Board since 2013. The area was identified by the Community Board in early 2012 as a suitable place to develop another boat ramp to take pressure off the Glendhu Bay camping ground ramp. The Rotary Club has worked with QLDC since late 2013, with work-

ing parties clearing the land and creating spaces for picnic areas and parking. A new boat ramp was officially opened just before Christmas last year and has been in popular demand, councillor Lyal Cocks said. Another ramp is being developed for use when the lake is low. “The future for us is to tidy it up and make it look like a park,” Rotary Club project director John McLean said. Further development planned for the two hectares of land includes tree planting, public toilet facilities, picnic tables and barbeques. To date the Rotary Club has contributed $8,000 to the project, while the council has contributed around $33,500.

continued from page 1... Mal said they had to leave the area because the approaching monsoon and ongoing landslides meant there was considerable danger they would be trapped in the area. Now he is focusing on raising money so schools can be rebuilt and mobile health clinics set up, after the monsoon season. “People can go to our website - nepaleq2015.org,” he said. Meanwhile Sophie is on her way back to Nepal where she will be working with Karma Flights and the World Food Programme in the

Gorkha region, which was the epicentre of the April 25 earthquake. “I’ll be helping with logistics and communications,” she said. “They’ll be doing food drops, and organising shelter and medical help. ” Sophie said she’ll be working 12 hours a day, six days a week. Wyndham Wanaka resort Manager Adie Meredith said more than $3,000 was raised at Tuesday night’s event. The money will go to the Helambu Solu Khumbu Relief Fund and Nepal Earthquake Relief: One-Village-At-A-Time.

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Pied Piper receives a good following

There were plenty of cats and rats on stage at the Hawea Flat School’s Pied Piper production this week. The Pied Piper was played by Pipi Horan (10) and her uncle Robert Holt was involved in filming the show.The school’s last show will be held at the Hawea Flat hall tonight (June 25) and tickets already sold out last week.

Urgent appeal for blankets Naoise Wolsey Wanaka Sun As the winter chill really starts to bite, The Salvation Army urgently needs your blankets. The charity ran out of warm winter bedding after last week’s heavy snow dump and is asking people to donate any spare blankets and duvets to keep people covered for the winter season. “There’s always a need for blankets at this time of year but we haven’t seen the same amount of donations as usual,” said Wanaka Salvation Army store manager Amanda Hodge. This winter has also seen a shortage in winter rental accommodation, as revealed in last week’s Wanaka Sun, which has resulted in some seasonal staff resorting to sleeping in cars, vans and campsites despite the cold weather. “We’ve had a lot of people in looking for warm blankets and a few people have come into the

shop and told us they’re sleeping out in their vans,” said Amanda. “We want people to have a good experience while they’re here in Wanaka and not to be cold. A lot of people have these things sitting at home and they just don’t think to donate them, but an appeal like this is a great reminder,” said Amanda. “We have lots of sheets and pillows at the moment, but what we’re really looking for is anything warm – blankets, duvets, comforters. If anyone would like to donate they can either bring things directly to the store or if they have a large volume of stuff they can call us and we will come and collect it in our van.” Wanaka’s Salvation Army store is located on 73 Brownston Street and can be contacted by phone on 03 443 5068.

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Filmmakers with a sense of adventure Naoise Wolsey Wanaka Sun

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Wanaka St John Ambulance signalled its appreciation to Wanaka accounting firm Crowe Horwath last week, for providing funding for a new 4WD ambulance for the Upper Clutha area. St John marketing and communications manager Debbie Pipson said the ambulance will be a huge benefit to the area. “This new vehicle enables us to get in to some of the more remote areas of the region. We need to have the best resources, and this vehicle is one of them.” Crowe Horwath managing principal Duncan Fea said: “When we heard St John couldn’t afford a 4WD ambulance for the region’s ski fields we knew we had found a meaningful way to support our community. The older vehicles are not able to withstand the terrain and rough roads so we understood the seriousness of the

situation. “We wanted to fund this initiative because we live here. We want to ensure our friends, family, colleagues and community members are able to call on the right resources should they ever need to.” Wanaka St John gave Crowe Horwath a certificate of appreciation for the contribution. The new Toyota Land Cruiser has been adapted to act as a 4WD ambulance response vehicle. It is the second vehicle of its kind for the Southern Lakes area, with the other based in Glenorchy. The response vehicles are designed to get ambulance personnel to areas a standard St John ambulance cannot reach, such as unsealed roads and off-road river crossings.

Fundraiser for Hamish Local swimmer selected for Para team

Wanaka talent will be taking the silver screen by storm at this year’s NZ Mountain Film Festival. Taking place over five days in Wanaka, from July 3 – 7, the festival features the best of international and national adventure films. This includes six films by Wanaka directors which feature our beautiful local landscape and some amazing adventures. “The festival’s been a year and a half in the making so it’s good to be just two weeks away,” festival director Mark Sedon said. “There are a lot of good filmmakers around Wanaka. It’s hard not to be creative here. It’s an inspirational place, especially for adventure films since there’s so much adventure around.” Hawea base jumper David Walden’s short film 2 Minute Men, has its world premiere here on July 3 and has won the NZ Mountain Film Festival’s Best NZ-made Film award. The five-minute movie documents a pioneering wing suit flight over the Rob Roy Glacier in February by Walden and two friends, Rodolphe Cassan and a man called French Samurai. “The film is mindblowing,” Mark said. “David usually seems like a pretty sensible fellow but the images of them flying down a

mountain glacier are just amazing.” Wanaka nature photographer Richard Sidey’s stunning film Speechless – The Polar Realm, is also one to watch. “Richard works in the Arctic on expedition ships and the footage is from a few years of working there. It’s quite arty. It’s ‘speechless’, so it has no words, just a great soundtrack, and he captures some amazing nature and wildlife,” Mark explained. Will Jackways Interpretation is a joint effort from two Wanaka men award-winning director Tim Pierce and top snowboarder Will Jackways. It is filmed in Wanaka and offers an intimate look into Will Jackways’ approach to life here. The festival also sees the world premiere of Re-establishment, Wanaka freeride athlete Sam Lee’s story of his recovery from a knee injury in a bid to qualify for the Freeride World Tour. A time-lapse video of Wanaka by Keith Stubbs and a short teaser for an upcoming movie by Malcom Law complete this year’s line-up for local directors. For the full festival line-up visit www.mountainfilm.net.nz

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Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun The Wallis family raised more than $4,500 for local swimmer Hamish McLean during a fundraising lunch at Tim and Prue’s home on Sunday. Hamish, 15, has been selected to join the New Zealand Para team which is competing at the World Championships in Glasgow later this year. “His father told me the only thing he is given for selection is a [swimming] cap,” Prue said. “So he’s dependent on fundraising.” Hamish trained in Tim’s lap pool when the school pool was closed last year. “At that stage he was training for a New Zealand swim meet in September where he gained eight personal best times and seven medals,” Prue said. “He’s a man after Tim’s own heart and lives by the same creed, which is ‘Never let what you can’t do stop you from doing what you can do’.” Fifty-five people attended the lunch and many put their hands in their pockets a second time after Hamish spoke to them about his swimming career. He said his goal was to be a member of the Paralympic team with podium placement. “I am trying for Rio 2016 but it may be Tokyo 2020,” he said. “I started swimming at the age of four, having lessons with a lady who understood the differences I had for balance in the water, and eventually this gave me the ability to be in able-bodied swim lessons with everyone else. That’s how it started – I became competitive against myself swimming at every meet to get personal best times.” Hamish’s challenge to the crowd for a race was taken up by Tony Horder “who got thoroughly thrashed,” according to Prue.

Tim also spoke at the lunch, telling Hamish although he might be representing New Zealand, in Tim’s eyes he was representing Wanaka. Pictured are swimmers Tony Horder and Hamish, with timekeeper Jerry Rowley and supporter Graeme Thompson. PHOTO: PRUE WALLIS

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International dance star comes to town Naoise Wolsey Wanaka Sun Russian ballet star Alena Zhelnina (23) is bringing her love of dancing all the way to Wanaka. Alena’s ballet career started at the age of 10, when she began training at a ballet school in the city of Perm in Russia. After nine years of hard work, where Alena’s whole life focused around ballet, the dancer moved to Moscow and joined the prestigious Imperial Russian Ballet Company. “It was my mother’s dream for me to go to ballet school and during my time there I performed all over Europe. “Since I finished school I have been touring with the Imperial Russian Ballet Company for the last three years, travelling all over the world and performing many of the great ballets including Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty and Don Quixote to name a few,” said Alena. Out of all the countries she has visited, Alena says New Zealand is by far the most beautiful and she was delighted to move here full time with her boyfriend and set up her life in Wanaka. “I’ve been everywhere, all over the world,

but the very first time I came to New Zealand I knew it was my favourite country,” said Alena. And after moving here one year ago, Alena was recently granted a work visa and now she can’t wait to share her love and vast knowledge of ballet with the people of Wanaka. She has joined the Dance Out Loud school of dance and will be teaching adults and children over the coming months. “I will be teaching kids and adults of all abilities from beginners to experts,” explains Alena. “I think people should do ballet because it’s fun, it’s great exercise and it gets you moving your body which is great for keeping you fit and flexible. Ballet is good for all ages and the people that come to my classes will have a great experience learning something new and meeting new people.” And for anyone looking to see our local ballet star perform, the imperial Russian Ballet Company will be touring through New Zealand in November, and Alena is excited to be taking part in the performance of Swan Lake. For more information on Alena’s ballet classes, email atalena.zhelnina@bk.ru, or her upcoming performance in Swan Lake visit russianballet.com.au.

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Staff Reporter Wanaka Sun The Southern Lakes Festival of Colour has celebrated it’s 10th anniversary year with the audience ranking the festival “the best ever”, according to results of an online survey of ticket buyers. The week-long festival, which took place in April and sold more than 10,800 tickets, also looks likely to have made a modest profit this year, although the financial results are still being assessed. Festival Director Philip Tremewan said he was particularly pleased with audience feedback on the festival’s strong connection to the local community. “Since its inception, we’ve worked hard to create something that reflects the people and the landscape of the Southern Lakes,” he said. “Nearly three-quarters of our audience live in the region and many of them commented this year on how wonderful it is to have such high calibre

performers here, and at such a reasonable price. Those visiting from elsewhere in New Zealand and from overseas remark on the fact that the whole town seems to be behind it.” The online questionnaire asked ticket buyers to rate each performance they attended and polled responses on topics including previous attendance, value for money and their impressions of venue staff. Shows voted the most popular in the audience survey were Michael Houstoun’s performance of Bach’s Goldberg Variations, twin recitals by the Copenhagen Royal Chapel Choir at Holy Family Catholic Church on Anzac Day and the classical slapstick of The Pianist, a family-friendly matinée on the festival’s final day. Any profit from the festival will be used for commissioning new work. Aspiring Conversations will return next April as a stand-alone festival of ideas, with the next full Festival of Colour taking place from April 4-9, 2017.

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Soar to hit the Wanaka stage again Katie Thompson Wanaka Sun Wanaka Dance tutor and choreographer Rachel Erichsen and vocal Tutor Jenn Shelton are excited to once again present SOAR to the Wanaka community next month. SOAR is an energetic showcase of talent and passionate performances from local singers and dancers. “We have many talented youngsters that are hungry to be challenged. “We have seasoned adult performers that can share their skills and be great role models. It is a great mix of our performing community and currently an awesome and excited vibe at our rehearsals.” said Rachel and Jenn. The pair teach a wide range of singers and dancers of all ages through their own businesses in Wanaka and are passionate about performing themselves. They saw that the town had a need for a professional show to collaborate singing, dance and stagecraft, which would extend and

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(From front) Marcel Moore, Jenn Shelton, Luis Munro and Tania Gordon. showcase local talented performers while also giving Wanaka another annual event during the winter season. “SOAR is a dynamic and powerful showcase of varied styles of music brought to you with masses of the glitz and glamour, energy and pizazz that is show business. They will be performing five shows on July 10 and 11.

Speak with confidence If you often find yourself tongue-tied and terrified then public speaking trainer and life coach Lee Ball can help. Lee has over 15 years’ experience as a Toastmaster in roles of leadership and has been involved in corporate public speaking training and coaching around New Zealand for many years. Since moving to Wanaka six years ago she has been involved in running well-being and mindfulness retreats for the soul as well as various seminars throughout New Zealand. Lee is passionate about helping people to transform their lives and tell their stories with courage. “I just want people to be as real and authentic as they can be,” says Lee. She started offering five-week courses in public speaking and has now moved into three-day workshops, with her next one starting in Wanaka on July 17. “Public speaking is a fear most people have and something that we always get called on to do.” She explained that nervousness is something that everyone faces “and even happens to the most experienced speakers”.

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In fact, nervousness can be used to our advantage and it’s just a matter of working out the right techniques to deal with it positively. Lee enjoys seeing the transformation in people’s lives and has successfully helped many professional athletes to confidently stand up and talk in front of people or the media. Her Speak with Confidence Workshop will be held at the Wanaka Hotel on Friday July 17 from 7pm-9pm, Saturday July 18 from 9am-4pm, and Sunday July 19 from 10am-4pm.

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MAC team sets tone for season The Mount Aspiring College1st XV played one of their best ever games to nearly topple the highly-ranked and in-form Waitaki Boys High School. Again conceding height and weight across the paddock and playing without three first string players, the MAC team played the game their coaches have been striving for all season. The visitors were quickly on the board and shot out to a 10-0 lead. The MAC boys gained more possession and used it well to stretch the Waitaki boys’ defence. The MAC team were creative and accurate in attack and brave in defence and were playing positive rugby.Despite first-half tries to Zac Shields and young lock Josh O’Regan, the Waitaki boys lead 15-12 at half time. The MAC team continued to attack in the

second half and forced Waitaki into errors. The home team surged toward the Waitaki line and were rewarded with a try to Lachie Garrick. The MAC team held a 19-15 lead into the last 10 minutes. The Waitaki boys were able to benefit from a mistake to score a try and convert to win the game 22-19. While the team was disappointed not to win against such a highly-ranked opposition, the skill and commitment from all the players has set the tone for the rest of the season. All of the players who took to the field played well, but none better than captain Ellis MeyerBudge. He was well supported - especially by his tight five where Josh O’Regan was outstanding and deserved to be the player of the day. The team has another home game against Taieri on Saturday.

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With a new name and a logo, Active Interiors is keeping up with the times – replacing its original name - Active Furnishers. The Dunedin-based owners Paul and Lisa Coghill have a showroom in Wanaka to cover the Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago districts and now employ a total of 15 staff in both centres. Between them, the design, manufacturing and installation staff have many decades of experience, who take a great pride in the finished product. Meanwhile, the Coghills have been able to bring their many years’ experience in IT, operational procedures and systems to bear in the business, allowing their skilled staff to concentrate on their strengths. When the Coghills first looked at the business they could see the potential to expand and grow it, building on their excellent reputation for manufacturing and installing a quality range of curtains and blinds, all made to the customer’s specifications. Since taking over the business they have become the Otago suppliers of Weathermaster, a quality range of blinds, shutters, awnings and motorisation. But probably the key development in the recent history of Active Interiors has been the addition of interior designers. This means customers can look to them for more than a simple measure and quote – they can get help from someone with an eye for design and a knowledge of what can be done with colour, shape and design to make the most out of an interior space. ADVERTORIAL

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farmingnews A monthly column by Kim Reilly of Federated Farmers, on issues affecting the Upper Clutha’s rural community… Back in the 1970s and ’80s, part of the fun of growing up on a farm was bringing home urban friends to take part in farm life. Long days were spent fishing, frogging, ponyriding and helping out with farm chores, whether haymaking, lambing, yard work, calf-feeding, or even just searching for wild kittens in the hayshed. Unfortunately, there is now a much wider rural/ urban disconnect and most New Zealand children have no personal experience of what it’s like to be on a farm. Instead, they learn about farming based on what they hear and read about in the media, and all too often this is pedalled by special interest groups through fear, half-truths and misinformation. Imagery is powerful and whether it be the rescreening of 1980s footage of dairy cows in waterways or SAFE and PETA showing images of maimed lambs alongside accompanying statements that you can’t wear wool unless lambs die, this is what today’s kids are seeing and hearing. Even more frustratingly for rural New Zealand, there is a real lack of media appetite to put out good news farming stories. This includes the determined efforts and money being spent on fencing waterways, riparian planting, and the massive investment going into

changing farm practices and infrastructure. The reality is that bad news sells and the tired old cliché of ‘greedy farmers’ is far easier to sell than the stories of proud land stewardship, the granting of access across private land or the takeup of innovative farm practices. We have the statistics, the science is underway and the right people are leading the charge. We now need to stand up and be accounted for. We need to work on addressing urban New Zealand’s concerns and tell the story of what farmers are doing out there that makes them proud. Farmers are very aware that there is no agricultural industry tomorrow unless we care for the environment, the land, the animals and the people in the industry today. One of Federated Farmers key focuses for 2015/2016 is to empower farmers to do the right thing, to find a way to tell their story and to develop long-term and sustainable solutions around water quality and quantity, science and innovation. The Government’s National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management provides the opportunity for farmers to get involved in processes affecting them.

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Wanaka 79 Riverbank Road

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Wanaka 6 Mt Gold Place

Wild Life Adventure Lodge Ideally situated on Riverbank Road is this large hunting & fishing lodge. Made up of 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house, and 2 ensuited guest rooms attached to large external operations centre. Alongside the Ops Centre is a separate 3 bay vehicle shed plus workshop. The 3.072 hectares provides great space and potential to create an awesome business. For Sale $1,195,000 View Saturday 12pm or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20929 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20929 Joss Harris 021 220 7693 joss.harris@raywhite.com Jayne MacDonald 021 909 821 jayne.macdonald@raywhite.com

For Sale Price On Application View By Appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20966 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20966 Anna Findlay 0274 383 640 anna.findlay@raywhite.com

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Albert Town 11 Frye Crescent

Fat Returns on Frye Located at the established end of Albert Town, with only a short stroll to the shops or river, this concrete block home is a beauty. The large sun-soaked deck provides a great elevated mountain aspect to the north. Inside it is warm and snug, with the wood fire, heat transfer and upgraded insulation. If you are looking for your first home, or an investment around Wanaka 11 Frye Crescent is well worth a look.

For Sale $419,000 View Saturdays 1pm or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20963 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20963 Harry Briggs 027 431 1550 harry.briggs@raywhite.com

For Sale $499,000 View Sunday 12pm or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20944 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20944 Duncan and Kelly Good 0274 488 321 duncan.kelly@raywhite.com

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Wanaka 1-8 Grandview Estate, Orchard Road

Invest or Nest We now have another tidy two bedroom furnished apartment up for grabs that could easily be your comfortable entrance into the property market in Wanaka or a great rental investment. With its great location so close to the town centre and the shortage of rental properties in Wanaka you will have to be in quick and make your move. This little gem won’t last long so call the to arrange a viewing ASAP.

Grandview Estate A boutique 8 site subdivision with generous sized sections from 1470m2 to 3650m2. Close to town and just a short walk to Lake Wanaka, eateries, movies, medical centre and golf course. Panoramic mountain vistas and park-like landscaping of specimen trees in a unique lifestyle enclave provides privacy. Secure your place now with a 10% deposit. For Sale From $300,000 View By Appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20926 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20926 Joss Harris 021 220 7693 joss.harris@raywhite.com Jayne MacDonald 021 909 821 jayne.macdonald@raywhite.com

For Sale $205,000 View By Appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20968 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20968 Harry Briggs 027 431 1550 harry.briggs@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

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Luggate Lot 39 Luggate Park Main Road Dress Circle Wondering what’s happening up the mountain? Then wake up and check out what the slopes are like for yourself from your front row 1 acre section. Situated at the front of the subdivision on a quiet dress circle street this section enjoys stunning mountain views which include Treble Cone and will never disappoint. The sunny northerly aspect is an added bonus from this handy location, close to schools and walking tracks.

Love The Creek? Located right next to the Luggate Creek is this 1231m2 section. With lovely views of the mountains and the lush willows that will provide shade for your afternoon fishing ventures or picnics on the creeks bank that’s right at your door step. Close to the Luggate pub and a hop step and jump to the walking and biking tracks that lead you to the mighty Clutha river. Call me now for further information.

For Sale $349,000 View By Appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20965 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20965 Fiona Reid 0274 859 651 fiona.reid@raywhite.com

For Sale $150,000 View By Appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20804 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK20804 Louise Walker-Hughes 0274 322 474 03 443 8912 louise.wh@raywhite.com

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Heres A Project Waiting for you is this 4 bedroom home located in a sunny north facing location in Lake Hawea. The spacious living and open plan kitchen area opens out to the large deck with lovely mountain vistas. To keep you cosy during the winter months is a large log burner and diesel central heating. With plenty of space on this 4001m2, build your own garage and landscape your slice of paradise the way you want.

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Wanaka 21/13 Plantation Road

4 A 2 C 1 D 3 F 2 I Grand Design With Efficiency This natural beauty has extensive insulation throughout that creates an energy efficient lifestyle, offering clean airflow heating systems for healthy family living. With a high spec’ kitchen, spacious living/dining area and a grand steel staircase leading you to the best views in the home. You can enjoy these magical views from the master suite, second lounge & deck. Efficient living at its best. Call today

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CARPENTERS WANTED FOR WORK IN THE WANAKA AREA Amalgamated Builders are seeking experienced Carpenters & Formwork Hammerhands. For enquiries call Greg: 021 325 345 Please email your current CV to: queenstown@abl.co.nz

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Our business is growing so we need to Closure of Streets to Ordinary Vehicular Traffic Ourcustomer business services is growing so here we need to expand our customer services team here in Wanaka expand our team PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1974, notice is hereby given that in Wanaka. consideration will be given, at the Property Subcommittee meeting, Council Chambers, 10 Road Queenstown on 23 July 2015, to the closure of the following roads to ordinary We arefor looking for candidates attributes: We are looking candidates with can with can doGorge vehicular traffic for the purpose of holding the Wanakafest Light Up Wanaka Street Markets: do attributes: Roads to be Closed: Lower Helwick Street between Ardmore Street and Dunmore Street - Outstanding service skills - Outstanding customercustomer service skills Period of Closure: Thursday 20 August 2015 from 1500 to 2100 - Strong team ethics Thursday 27 August 2015 from 1500 to 2100 - Strong team ethics Thursday 1 October 2015 from 1500 to 2100 - Good computer, written and Thursday 8 October 2015 from 1500 to 2100 communication skills Noteskills the above dates differ from those originally advertised - Good computer, written - is flexible, willing to learn and willand go communication It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person otherwise than under authority of the extra mile for customers an authorised permit to use the roads for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure. - is supply flexible,knowledge willing to learn will go the Those extrawho mile for customers - Plumbing wouldand be an have any concerns regarding the above closures, please contact Joanne Conroy at advantage APL Property Limited on 03 442 7133 or by email joanne.conroy@aplproperty.co.nz before 1700 Friday 3 July 2015. - Plumbing supply This is a permanent positionknowledge working would be anonadvantage Monday to Friday and every second Meeting Schedule JulySaturday 2015 a permanent working Monday to Friday and everyfor second Saturday.This Weiscan offer you a position rewarding Public Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 46 of the Local Government Official Information environment to work in, great people Meetings Act 1987 that meetings of the Council will be held as listed below, during the month We can you a rewarding environmentand work in, great people to work with and excellent career to work with and offer excellent career ofto July 2015. opportunities within a progressive opportunities within a progressive and growing business. Reconvened Hearing for Private Plan Change 44 (Henley Downs) – Crowne Plaza Hotel, and growing business. Beach Street, Queenstown. Wednesday 1 July 2015 at 9.30am. Reconvened Hearing for Private Plan Change 44 (Henley Downs) – Crowne Plaza Hotel, Please apply in writing to: russell.thomas@placemakers.co.nz

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Dog Control Committee – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Tuesday 7 July 2015 at 1.00pm. The purpose of the meeting is to hear an appeal against a menacing dog classification. Property Subcommittee – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 9 July 2015 at 10.00am. Resource Consent Commissioner Appointment Subcommittee – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 9 July 2015 at the conclusion of the Property Subcommittee meeting.

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Extraordinary meeting of Queenstown Lakes District Council – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 16 July 2015 at 11.00am. The purpose of the meeting is to consider: District Plan Review – Endorse Notification of Stage 1. Property Subcommittee – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 23 July 2015 at 12.00pm. Resource Consent Commissioner Appointment Subcommittee – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 23 July 2015 at the conclusion of the Property Subcommittee meeting. Queenstown Lakes District Council – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 30 July 2015 at 1.00pm.

Hawea Flat School Enrolment Zone Amendment

These meetings are open to the public with the exception of the Property Subcommittee, which will be held with the public excluded, pursuant to Section 7(2)(i) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987; the Resource Consent Commissioner Appointment Committee which will be held with the public excluded, pursuant to Section 7(2)(a) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987; and the Audit & Risk Committee which will be held with the public excluded, pursuant to Sections 7(2) (b)(ii) and 7(2)(h) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987.

The Hawea Flat School enrolment scheme was amended on 18th May 2015 to include the area from Luggate through to Queensbury. Details can be obtained at www.haweaflat.school.nz or by contacting the school office.

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Upper Clutha Tramping Club Information Evening Never been tramping before? Thinking about heading out on a winter tramp? Looking for some local tramping knowledge? Come down to Wanaka library for some expert advice from members of our local tramping club. Find out about joining the club and where to head for some great winter tramping.

sport results STADIUM BOWLS RESULTS – WEEK ENDING 21:06: 15 MONDAY EVENING EDGEWATER TROPHY 1st: S Nyhof, M Barrow, L Osborne 2nd: H Thayer, R Muir, G Westwood 3rd: K Suckling, N Turner, E Atly TUESDAY MORNING 2X4X2 PAIRS 1st: G Thomas & C Kiewiet 2nd: K Urquhart & A Coup 3rd: N Young & S Morris TUESDAY AFTERNOON 2X4X2 PAIRS 1st: M Morrish & M Wilson 2nd: L Hardy & M Hardy 3rd: Jon Barron & C Carr TUESDAY EVENING TRADES COMPETITION 1st: J Parrant, J Limmer, A Wavish 2nd: S Grant, D Minson, L Hughes 3rd: M Prince, M Hyndman, J Oakes WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON TRIPLES 1st: M Mayen,, J Bryant, B McCormack 2nd: D Studholme, C Kiewiet, L Pannett 3rd: K Urquhart, Joan Smith, M Gledhill FRIDAY AFTERNOON PROGRESSIVE Skips: 1st: S Culverwell 2nd: M Smyth 3rd: G Jellyman 3rds: 1st: J Barron 2nd: M Firman 3rd: R Chartres 2nds: 1st: I James 2nd: G Russell 3rd: N Brown Leads: 1st: S Ironside 2nd: B Thorburn 3rd: S Morris SATURDAY STUDHOLME MEMORIAL Beacon Point 23, Rippon Lea 22, Meadowstone 20, Bremner Park 19, Mt Albert 19, Scurr Heights 12, Hawea 10, Pembroke 4

STADIUM MIXED TRIPLES CHAMPIONSHIP Winner: G Thomas, T Tovey, P Knowles R/Up: N Hewett, E Herbert, J Maddison TARRAS GOLF RESULTS Eclectic-Tom Moore nett 72, Dave Trevathan 72, Allan Kane 73, Holger Reinecke 74, Beau Trevathan 75, Graeme Rive 75. Wanaka Bridge Club Results. A.J. McKenzie Pairs 1. North/South:- Heather Wellman, Deirdre Lynch 54.64% 1. 1. Ken Roberts, Helen Cornwell 51.22% 2. Madeleine Reveley, Carolyn Field 50.50% 3. East/ West:Charles Kiewiet. Ken Saxby 60.48% 1. John Mercer, Shelia White 54.05% 2, Marion Furneaux, Jenny Barratt 51.59% 3. Friday Bridge 19 June. North/South:- Ena Leckie, Nan Ottrey 73.26% 1. Marion Murphy, Julie Mulholland 57.12% 2. Jill Millar, Jan Wyn-Williams 55.03% 3. East/West:- Marion Furneaux, Jenny Muir 63.04% 1. John & Judy Cook 56.88% 2. Janet Anderson, Lesley Hook 55.49% 3. Tuesday Bridge 16 June. Lynne Fegan, David Brewer 69.50% 1. Ian & Dorothy McDonald 65.50% 2. Peter & Judy Dawson 56.82% 3. Ena Leckie. Morag Chisholm 55.91% 4. WANAKA BASKETBALL RESULTS Tues 16 June Wizards 50 vs Alpine Allstars 25 (MVP Chris) Trout 39 vs MAC 22 (MVP MAC,Bella) Ecco 43 vs Wahine Disasters 17 (MVP Ecco, Carrie) Base Streetwear 33 vs Cardies Cardinals 29 (MVP Base, Kat)

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Wed 17 June Ninja Stars 52 vs Hawea Hotel 30(MVP Paul Dunn) Smoking Aces 60 vs The Goons 40(MVP Goons, Leon) Speights 47 vs Bay Hawks 45 (MVP Speights,DJ) Ray White 54 vs MAC 41 (MVP MAC, Liam) LAKE HAWEA GOLF CLUB RESULTS FROM SUNDAY JUNE 21: SINGLE PAR Mens: 1st Bryan Burgess +5, 2nd Lynn Stuart +4, 3rd Dick Sullivan +3, Gerrard Haggart +3, Red Stevenson +3, 6th Rick Johnston +2 on c/b, Tony Arscott +2, Neil Matchett +2 Ladies: 1st Allison Brown [] Nearest the Pin No.1 Rick Johnston, No.5 Red Stevenson Two’s Bryan Burgess No.5 & Red Stevenson No.5 Birdies / Net Eagles No.9 Chris Morrow

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sunclassifieds Body & Mind HOT QIGONG at Hot Yoga Fusion. Come and enjoy deep relaxation for body and mind rejuvenation. Friday 7.15pm. Contact: James 027 528 0396 wanakaqi@gmail.com SORE MUSCLES? Combine a Lymphatic Detox with LomiLomi Massage relax. Therapeutic treat. Ph Maryann 021 1101160 CANCER CALLS all hands for nurturing. GENTLE YOGA can help patients, supporters, and more. 9:30 Tuesdays at St Johns rooms.call carmen 02102215409or drop in. W W W. Y O U N G L I V I N G . O R G / SARAHMILLWATER CONTACT me to see how Essential Oils can help with colds, flu, gut problems, stress and much more 0210595639 MASSAGE THERAPY, Sportsmassage, deep tissue relaxation.Effective and rejuvenating . Ursula Krebs, Dipl. Massag Therapist CH / NZ, ph: 027 6602271, mobile service available. COME FEEL WARM, DEEPLY RELAXED! Flowing Lomi Lomi massage (Therapeutic Hawaiian) ph Maryann 03 4436463, 021 1101160 PREGNANCY PILATES - suitable for 2nd/3rd trimester. Stay strong, flexible and healthy throughout your pregnancy. Call/text 0212078486 WHETHER IT’S massage ,beauty or make up ,our team of internationally qualified therapists will ensure you look and feel your best . Massage in Wanaka. Ph 03 443 8448. HOMEOPATH AND Wellness Specialist available in Wanaka. Call Linda Baker on 0211468041 or visit www.intelligenthealth.co.nz for a refreshing approach to your wellness concerns. MOBILE INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE by Sarah Millwater Dip IIHHT 1 hour $70 treating head, neck, shoulders & pressure points 4435267 / 021 059 5639

For Sale LARGE QUALITY First Aid Kits for sale to raise funds for Mac 1st XI Hockey team. Only $39. Text kim 0274061540 FREE BROWN sofa bed couch. Has been used outside on covered porch. Ph 02102463375 2011 6 berth twin axle UK caravan, seld containment, fully equipped, perm dbl bed, view at Wanaka Marine FIREWOOD- GREEN Poplar ( for next year) 6 m3 delivered Wanaka / lake Hawea $250 text 0279343832

QUEEN MATTRESS. Good condition. $50 phone or text 0210569146 BEAUTIFUL CHINA tea cup bird feeders, great for attracting wax eyes and bell birds to your garden. Makes the perfect present. $25. Phone or text 021 680 110

Notices A MESSAGE from New Zealand Fire Service: Get your chimneys’ cleaned before winter. “LIGHT” PHOTO contest, open to all ages - you or your school could win a telescope! Enter at quantum.otago. ac.nz/photocomp2015 2WORK EXCHANGERS available.. for accomm/funds..they have done a brilliant job at ours.yr turn next?highly recommended.0223119113. THANKS KAHU Youth from Aspiring Beginnings for Matariki celebrations. Awesome for the community

A MESSAGE from New Zealand Fire Service: Have your chimneys cleaned at least once a year.

Services A MESSAGE from New Zealand Fire Service: Dirty chimneys can cause chimney fires. BREASTFEEDING QUESTIONS? Wanaka Breastfeeding Support provides free phone or home support. Call Kate on 4432635/0276957772 or Kim on 021495569 BRIGHT SPARKS WANAKA’S LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: Try Xero for FREE for 60 days! Contact Jo today jo@brightsparkswanaka.co.nz/443-2511

26TH JUNE 11.30-1pm.Call Easy Visa 02102441380 JP SERVICES at Community Networks Tuesdays 1-2pm and Fridays 10.30-11.30. Appointments essential. Call 4437799 MEET OUR newly certified tanalising team at Wanaka Firewood & Timber - Margo, Kevin & Lucille - for all your timber needs! PORTALOO CLEANING Ph Aaron 0276024822 Services SEPTIC TANK services, Septic Tank cleaning, Oasis service agent Ph Aaron 0276024822 STORMWATER SUMP cleaning Ph 0276024822

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GOOD ROTATIONS Bicycle Shop winter hours are: Wednesday 2-6pm, Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday 2-6pm. 34 Anderson Rd. www.goodrotations.co, 03.443.4349. WANAKA SALVATION Army Family Store Opening Hours - Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9.30am-4pm. We look forward to seeing you there! DONATIONS KINDLY received. Please drop into the store or for larger items phone the Salvation Army Family Store on 03 443 5068

TEETH WHITENING by experienced, professional, fully certified NZCTWA member at our Wanaka studio or your home. For appointments call/text Lakes Sparklewhite 0277818989

WET CARPET? Call Jae Services, we’ll take care of it. 4431150

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WHO’S BEEN to Archangel or Bannock Brae? There are lots of fabulous local wine stories that we want to share with you! www.wanakawinetours.com WINETRAIL (946387) BUSINESS NETWORKING International. The Wanaka chapter of BNI meets weekly at 7am Tuesday morning. Great networking opportunity to grow your business. Contact Rudy for information 027 703 4037 TOUR SPAIN with Julie Le Clerc May /June Small Group Fantastic Itinerary More information Email julie@julieleclerc.com or local call 443 9425 WANAKA PRIMARY School ‘Op Shop’ open Tues & Thurs - 12 midday to 4pm. Use Koru Way entrance, off Totara Terrace, alongside the steps.

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COMMUNITY LAW for legal advice are at Community Networks Wednesday 8 July 12- 2.30pm Call 4437799 to make an appointment FATBIKING AT Snow Farm? It’s new, it’s fun and it’s for everybody! www.snowfarmnz.com & www.fatbikewanaka.co.nz FLAT HEAD CAFE - hot coffee, toasty fire and plenty of things for kids to do! Open every day SH6 beside airport. FREE BUDGET ADVICE available at Community Networks by appointment. Call 4437799 or email info@ communitynetworks.co.nz HOUSE/PET SITTER available by responsible female, from end of June. Many reference available. Pls call phone 0276602271

Due to overwhelming demand, advertisements have been missed out due to the number of people wanting to advertise. Locals recognise that this is the best place to get the most exposure, and over the past 216 weeks we have given the community thousands of free classifieds. The free classifieds will now be reserved for the free trade and exchange of anything of a NON-COMMERCIAL nature.

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WHEELS TO DUNSTAN:Free daily transport to Dunstan Hospital & Alexandra specialist appointments. Also connects to Dunedin Hospital transport. For bookings call 4437799

WILSON’S PEST Control & Window cleaning. Spider & Fly treatments. Do it once, do it well. Licensed & Accredited. Call anytime 03 443 6652 or www.wilsonservices.co.nz WANAKA PHARMACY is your local pharmacy. We’re the big pharmacy at the top of Helwick Street - open until 7pm every single day. Ph 443 8000 NEED A portable chiller trailer for your function or wedding? Come and speak to us at Wanaka Liquor Centre. 1 Ardmore Street. Ph 03 443 1466 BRA PROFESSIONALLY fitted 200 sizes so you will get a perfect fit Beautiful design NO underwire private appointment ph 443 9425

WANT YOUR colours done? Always look your best? Book an appointment with experienced Colour Consultant 4439425 MINI MUSCLES Indoor Movement, Music and Play at Proactive Gym. Every Friday. 9.30am for crawlers & walkers under 2 years, 10.30am for 2, 3 & 4 year olds & 11am for babies. Everyone welcome. $5 p/hr, $1 for extra children. VASECTOMYS AVAILABLE here in Wanaka with Dr Simon Brebner at Aspiring Medical Centre. Ph 443 0725 for an appointment to discuss. A MESSAGE from New Zealand Fire Service: Chimney fires can cause house fires. IMMIGRATION ADVICE by licensed Adviser at Community Networks. Free 15 minute appointments Friday

Wanted WE URGENTLY need warm blankets and warm duvets, can you help? please drop off at the Salvation Army Family Store PERMACULTURE BASED urban farm in Wanaka seeks help 3 half days per week, 9 months a year. Send experience and references to 21 Minaret Ridge, Wanaka 9305 AUDI QUATTRO Winter Games NZ 2015, 21 - 30 August seek FABULOUS VOLUNTEERS. For info & to register please visit www.wintergamesnz.kiwi VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED. The Salvation Army Family Store, Wanaka requires your help. Please enquire at our store or phone 03 443 5068 RETIRED US couple looking to rent apt/house for 5 months (Nov25Apr15). astone5583@aol.com

What’s On MERINO MUSTER & Snow Farm supporters’ dinner, Lake Bar, this Thurs, 25 June, 6 pm. $ 50 p.p. or $ 120 for a family. 021 766910. FABULOUS AUCTION goodies! Merino Muster & Snow Farm supporters’ dinner at the Lake Bar this Thurs, 25 June, 6 pm. 021766910 WANAKA TIME Bank - all welcome: Thursday 2nd July 6pm, 3 Maggies Way. Presentation on Sustainable Homes by Maggies Lawton. WANAKA HOCKEY courses all levels Wed/thur 15-16 July $15 each. Fundraiser for MAC 1st XI. To register: 0272005111, kirstybarr1@gmail. com.

PROSTHESIS (BREAST form) local fitter Registered with Ministry of Health and will take care of your claim Appointment phone 443 9425

So, as of July 2, commercial users of this page need to upgrade to our new paid classifieds – which will involve free design for display advertisements, and discounted rates for contracted advertisers. Contact our advertising representatives and talk to them about the fantastic opportunities on offer.

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D R A O B BOARD OUR WALKING BUS TO WANAKA PRIMARY IS AWESOME! THANKS DRIVERS, THANKS KIDS FOR SUPPORTING THE SIMPLE JOY OF WALKING TO SCHOOL.

A HUGE THANK-YOU TO THE VOLUNTEERS HELPING KIDS CROSS AT KINGS DRIVE ROUNDABOUT EVERY SCHOOL DAY MORNING. WE ARE LUCKY TO HAVE SUCH COMMUNITYMINDED PEOPLE LOOKING OUT FOR OUR YOUNG ONES. DO DRIVERS AROUND WANAKA KNOW WHAT INDICATORS ARE IN THEIR VEHICLE OR ARE THEY THICK?! THIS NOISY THING FLYING OVER OUR TOWN IS OBNOXIOUS. GO SHOW OFF SOMEWHERE ELSE. HOW COME PEOPLE ARE HAPPY TO DRIVE HALF WAY UP A MOUNTAIN IN A BLIZZARD BUT THE MOMENT WE GET 3CM OF SNOW IN WANAKA THE WHOLE TOWN CLOSES DOWN? A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO ALL THE COASTGUARD & ST JOHNS VOLUNTEERS WHO GOT US OUT OF TROUBLE ON THE LAKE MONDAY NIGHT! WHY DO RADIO ANNOUNCERS HAVE TO TALK SO FAST? SLOW DOWN, ESPECIALLY WHEN READING THE NEWS OK YOU REAL KIWI BLOKES.... REMEMBER TO SAY SOMETHING ROMANTIC TO YOUR LOVED ONE. A LOVED WIFE IS A LOVING WIFE

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EDITORIAL How did you survive the first day of the notorious annual inversion layer? Around the world people are debating the possible loss of Greece from the European Union, or the increasingly unbelievable gun situation in the USA, but here in the Upper Clutha we are pre-occupied with the temperature. While Auckland dropped below zero yesterday morning (shock, horror!),we’ve been surviving quite nicely in sub-zero temperatures for weeks, but the first day of the year when the sun fails to make an appearance is always a bit chilling. Although to be honest, the sun did actually come out in Wanaka at 2pm, just as this editorial was being written, but we will pretend the inversion was a whole day event. Anyway, we’ve heard stories about water pipes freezing for the first time in 15 years, ice on the inside of new double-glazed aluminium windows... The best advice for the inversion layer: Get over it. Literally. Drive up a skifield road to see the sun (and do some skiing). And – get out of it. Take a trip out of town (apparently Tarras is a hot spot in the inversion layer). And when all else fails, reach for a steaming hot cup of something. And dive for your duvet.

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ISSUE 719 THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2015 Free delivery to Wanaka, Cromwell and surrounds, PO boxes in Makarora, Cromwell, Haast, Wanaka, Albert Town and Hawea. Also distributed to businesses in the Wanaka business district Average circulation: 15,000 weekly.

Phone: 03 443 5252 Fax: 03 443 5250 Editor: Aimee Wilson editor@thewanakasun.co.nz Journalists: Caroline Harker, Maddy Harker, Sue Wards, Naoise Wolsey. Production: production@thewanakasun.co.nz Advertising: Janine Taylor marketing@thewanakasun.co.nz Pip O’Regan sales@thewanakasun.co.nz Admin: Anita Hill admin@thewanakasun.co.nz Office: 5 Gordon Road, Wanaka Mail: PO Box 697, Wanaka Deadlines: Display Advertising Noon Monday prior to publication. Classified Advertising 5pm Monday prior Subscriptions: $175 within NZ (including GST) per year. Overseas rates on request. Remittances to PO Box 697, Wanaka, NZ While every care is taken in the publication of advertisements, Wanaka Sun (2003) Ltd cannot be held responsible for errors or their subsequent effects. The right is reserved to alter, abbreviate, omit or reclassify advertisements for any reason. No portion of the content of the Wanaka Sun may be reproduced in whole or in part without the prior written consent of the publishers.

This week has seen our local mountains receive plenty more white gold for our enjoyment. However, this also means more hazardous driving conditions. Police attended several minor crashes this week with ice and snow being the dominant factor. Motorists are urged to obey warning signs and prepare their vehicles for winter conditions. Windscreens must be sufficiently cleared of ice and snow before driving out of your driveways. This may mean having to rise out of the nice warm bed just that little bit earlier.