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Wanaka’s Ben Logan and Bel Jones are on a mission to raise awareness about epilepsy. Triathlete Ben has been dealing with the challenges of epilepsy for the past three years, but the illness has not stopped him for training and racing. Continued on Page 3. Ben Logan and his dog Maska on a run to Cardrona
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Wanaka parking sparking debate Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun
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said Margot Kain of Tarras. “We don’t need the fuss and bother of parking meters in our little town.” Queenstown Lakes District Council transport manager Denis Mander said council was looking at pay and display machines “primarily to improve compliance with time restrictions.” He said while most people comply with time limits, overstaying was a significant problem. “My survey in August showed the capacity of on-street parking was being reduced by over a quarter through vehicles overstaying the time restrictions.
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and display machines includes Dunmore Street, lower Helwick Street and Ardmore Street - from Dungarvon Street to the pedestrian crossing above Lakeside Road. “We’re not Queenstown,” said retired resident Rachel Ashby. “You can usually find a park except around Christmas when it’s best to just keep out of town. The council could build us another carpark like the one in Dungarvon Street. Don’t they want people coming into town?” “What’s wrong with just having P30 signs in the centre of town?”
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“The machines also provide the opportunity to introduce more flexibility (i.e. the idea of retaining the free P30 on-street parking in the core of the town centre, but charging for the next half hour for those who want to stay longer),” Dennis said. “[However,] we need to test the concept with the community first.” Wanaka Community Board deputy chair and CBD worker Brian Lloyd supports the council’s proposals. “People have been saying there’s pressure Story continues on parking and page 2...
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Wanaka parking sparking debate Continued from page 1 council staff have come up with some great ideas. I support them all,” he said. Another proposal is to install P240 (four hour) parking restrictions in the Dungarvon Street carpark (by the skate park) and in part of the Brownston Street carpark (behind the Wanaka Hotel). These parks are traditionally used by people who work in the CBD and park there for their full working day. “Restricting those carparks to four hours leaves nowhere central for workers to park,” said one Dunmore Street business employee. “We can’t all park on Brownston Street.” The council proposals include formalising unrestricted parking on the northern side of Brownston Street (with no parking allowed on the southern side) and commuter parking in Lismore Street. “People living close to the
CBD don’t want workers parking outside their houses all day,” said Rachel Ashby. “I’m dead against parking meters but I like the idea of four hour restrictions in the big carparks,” Adrian Austin of Lake Hawea said. Other proposals put forward by the council are sheltered bicycle parking sites in the CBD, and all passenger service vehicles being allowed to use CBD bus stops. Parking on the lakefront reserve will be addressed through the Lakefront Development Plan. Parking issues were discussed at a special Wanaka Community Board public meeting on August 20, and council proposals were put together after the meeting. Denis Mander said the proposals are intended to make it easier for locals and visitors to find a park, and has asked for feedback from the public. People can do this online at www.qldc.govt.nz anytime until October 19.
I totally disagree with the idea of parking meters in Wanaka. You have to pay someone to do you over, and he’ll be paid for his hit rate. We don’t need that. But I think four hour car parking in the Dungarvon Street carpark would be ok. Adrian Austin of Lake Hawea I’m in favour of all the proposals. It’s been discussed 10,000 times. Denis Mander [QLDC transport manager] has done a very good job. Brian Lloyd of Albert Town There’s no need for parking meters in Wanaka. Its an absolutely ridiculous idea. As for four hour restrictions on the Dunmore street carpark – where are the workers supposed to park? If I lived in Central Wanaka I wouldn’t want them all parking outside my house.” Rachel Ashby of Wanaka
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Boom predicted for canyoning Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun New Zealand’s first guidebook on canyoning is being launched tomorrow in Wanaka. Canyoning in New Zealand is a tome of nearly 500 pages which represents 10 years of research and seven months of full-time writing by Dan Clearwater. A fanatical canyoner, Dan quit his day job as an air force helicopter pilot last year to move to Wanaka and finish the book. He has also taken on a job as general manager at Deep Canyon (working for owners Dave Vass and Ros Goulding). “It’s a guidebook on canyoning – where to go and how to do it safely,” Dan said. “It’s for people who have the right skills, equipment and training.” One would imagine there aren’t many people in that category, and Dan admits that’s true. He said there would be less than 100 active canyoners in New Zealand today, but he thinks that’s all about to change. “There will be several thousand more in a couple of years’ time who have the knowledge to become active canyoners. Whenever a new book is published for a sport it takes off – look at the Kennet brothers and mountain biking.” Dan said his book won’t be the only impetus for the boom in canyoning. There’s a technical manual about to be published, there are canyoning training courses springing up around the country (including in Wanaka) and a canyoning website he started in 2010 (KiwiCanyons.org) has led to an 800 member Facebook group and the
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creation of Canyoning NZ – a national organisation representing canyoners’ interests. Dan’s book launch is at 6pm at Lot 3 Café and Artspace tomorrow (September 18). The event will include a talk by Dan and a few words from Deep Canyon founder, Dave Vass. “Dave features in the book a fair bit because he was a major canyoning pioneer. He was doing it before anyone knew what it was. You could say he’s a living legend.”
Bitter brewer sentenced for beer spill A head brewer who caused $80,000 of damage when he spilled 12,000 litres of craft beer at Wanaka Beerworks committed a “crime of passion”, the Queenstown District Court heard on Tuesday. Albert Town’s Kenneth William Super (53) appeared before the court on three charges: burglary of Wanaka Beerworks on November 4 last year and possession of the class C-controlled drug cannabis and cultivation of cannabis on November 5. The court heard Super had taken issue with how Wanaka Beerworks was being operated by new management. On the evening of November 4, he entered the building and opened valves on tanks hold-
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ing more than 12,000 litres of beer, which spilled through the building and into the toy museum next door. Police found 170g of cannabis plant material, 65 cannabis seeds and four cannabis plants at his home when he was arrested the next day. On the burglary charge, Super was sentenced to 400 hours’ community work and 12 months’ supervision. He must also pay $26,000 reparation at $100 a week. On the charge of cannabis cultivation, Super was sentenced to 100 hours’ community work. He was convicted and discharged on the charge of cannabis possession.
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Triathlete raises epilepsy awareness Naoise Wolsey Wanaka Sun Continued from page 1
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“Thousands of people suffer from epilepsy in New Zealand, but it’s still not a condition that’s well known. It’s under-researched and underfunded,” said Ben. “There’s a big emotional side to epilepsy. It can cause depression and a feeling of entrapment when people are afraid of possibly having a seizure in public. I want to show people that there are ways to safely live any life they want. There’s so much technology out there that can help, such as seizure detectors, but it is expensive and some families are not able to afford it. Any funds we raise will go towards this.” Using Bel’s photography and video skills, Ben will share his own journey with epilepsy and how he manages everything, from everyday life to preparing himself for ultra-distance events. He hopes this will motivate others to live their lives to the fullest whilst managing their condition. “We want to bring people on our journey and make giving to charity a more interactive experience. We want to be as transparent and inclusive as possible,” said Ben. Visit www.epilepsycollective.com or www. gofundme.com/benlogan for more information.
The Upper Clutha Hospice Trust has closed its Ballantyne Road shop and is re-opening at a site already trialled in Brownston Street. The new shop is opposite Cinema Paradiso and opens on Monday (September 21). It has been “organised chaos” behind closed doors, according to shop manager Megan CarwardineRead, who has been busy with volunteers sorting out merchandise and arranging the shop. “Our wonderful volunteers have given us so much support and time during the relocation,” she said. “Without them, none of this would happen.” Megan said the new premises had a lot more foot traffic going past as well as more space. “We’ve run a pop-up shop here on and off for six
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Sir Ducky Wacky Duck visited the Wanaka Preschool in Tenby Street on Tuesday. Sir Ducky and his entourage were in town promoting Rotary Wanaka’s Annual Duck Race which is being held on Saturday October 24. Apparently there was a little huffing and puffing as Sir Ducky descended his carriage (a flat-deck trailer) and assumed his place in the grounds of the preschool. Some stared in awe at the imposing 2m high by 1.2m wide duck and his tiny followers. The underlings were quickly taken care of by the 12 children present and a lot of quacking, chatting and patting ensued. By all accounts it was a quacking good visit. Finally, the entourage bid the children farewell and resumed their drive through town, chauffeured by Rotarian Richard Wallace.
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Together with his partner Bel, Ben has started a project, called the Epilepsy Collective, to raise awareness and much-needed funds for those with epilepsy through competing in some of the world’s most challenging events. “My next big race will be the Queenstown Marathon, where I’m hoping to make the podium,” Ben told The Wanaka Sun. “I’m also an ambassador for the Epilepsy Foundation NZ, so as part of that I’ll be cycling the length of NZ, from south to north, and then I’ll do Challenge Wanaka. I also want to do a number of really tough, amazing events worldwide each year.” Ben has represented New Zealand internationally in triathlon from the age of 15, and has been racing in triathlon and other endurance events throughout New Zealand and across the world ever since. He moved to Wanaka from Auckland three years ago, which was around the same time he started experiencing seizures. Ben’s epilepsy causes him to have seizures around once every fortnight. He experiences Atonic seizures or “drop attacks” with loss of consciousness and muscle jerking during the seizure, which is followed by heavy fatigue. “When I was first diagnosed with epilepsy I took a break from training for about a year. Now I’ve learned to adapt to it. I have to get a lot of rest and monitor and change things accordingly for safety.” “I usually get seizures about once every two weeks. It can be quite unpredictable but it has never happened while I’ve been active,” said Ben. Despite these challenges, Ben has never let epilepsy hold him back from competing and winning ultra-distance events. He hopes to motivate and inspire the lives of the thousands of New Zealanders and people worldwide living with this condition, so that their eyes are opened up to a whole new world of possibilities.
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Wanaka’s longest running local show, Stars in Your Eyes, hits the stage again tonight for the first of three shows. Featuring a host of local talent, the identities of the acts have been kept under wraps so tonight’s audience are in for a surprise. The show will feature a range of musical styles as well as a band, backing dancers, and a full costume and make-up crew working hard behind the scenes. “It’s great to see the community pulling together to support a local
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event. It’s not only fun but also very satisfying to be involved in something that’s nurturing the next generation of talent,” said committee member Janet Dolan. This year’s Stars in Your Eyes runs for three nights – tonight, tomorrow and Saturday (September 17-19) – at the Lake Wanaka Centre. Tickets are still available from Mitre 10 or online at wanakastars. org. All proceeds go towards music education at local schools. WANAKA SUN
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rescheduled this year. The company will be aerially spreading cereal baits over 1191ha of Breast Hill in the next few weeks. It also includes both Gladstone and Hawea conservation areas. Warning signs will be erected at all likely public access points to the area. TBfree warns dog owners to not let their pets eat carcasses that would be poisoned, and for adults to keep children under supervision.
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Everest: tragic, realistic and riveting Caroline Harker Wanaka Sun Wanaka-based Adventure Consultants CEO, Guy Cotter, couldn’t make the charity screening of Everest in Wanaka last week because he was in Nepal guiding eight clients up Manaslu (8,163m). Guy is a character in the movie, played by actor Sam Worthington (pictured). He comes across as a freshfaced, clever and reliable young man – someone you would trust to guide you up Mount Everest, should you have the inclination. And that is what Guy still does, nearly 20 years later. He’s summited Everest four times, and turned back more than once - to help clients - or as in the case this year, to help out after the terrible earthquake of April 25. Guy is well cast. The movie relates the true story of the disastrous trip up Everest in 1996 where eight people died. In those days Adventure Consultants was owned by Rob Hall, who led the expedition and died on the mountain, along with Queenstown-based guide Andy Harris, and two of their clients. (Guy wasn’t part of the expedition, but arrived at Base Camp in time to assist the rescue attempt.) Rob Hall is played by British-born, Australian actor Jason Clarke and Andy Harris by Kiwi actor Martin Henderson. Other characters included in the film are writer Jon Krakauer, postman Doug Hansen (on his second Everest
attempt), Yasuko Namba - the only woman climbing, attempting Everest as the seventh of her seven summits and Texan Beck Weathers. Due to the number of people on the mountain that year, all wanting to summit, Adventure Consultants teamed up with another expedition led by American Scott Fischer. Many locals know the story well, from mountaineering legend, or from Jon Krakauer’s book, ‘Into Thin Air’. A complicated story compressed into the length of a feature film meant compromises - and some clarity is lost - but we are swept along, not least by the unnerving feeling of doom we have, knowing people will die, struggling to remember which ones they will be. It is a sad story, inevitably, but one that stays with you for days after the screening – a sure sign of a good film. Perhaps knowing it is true makes it so riveting. No expense was spared to make the film as realistic as possible, with footage shot in Nepal, in the Italian Alps and in studios in Rome and London, and as a viewer you certainly feel cold, frightened and fascinated. The real expedition was hampered by a series of small and not so small errors, and bad decisions, interspersed with great bravery, heroism and one astonishing story of survival. The film captures all these, with varying success, culminating in a powerful and touching story that will leave you pensive about that strange business of commercialised climbing.
INBRIEF Poetic Justice back Poetic Justice is back with an open mic session at Gin and Raspberry on Monday (September 21, 6pm). The session includes spoken word and poetry, so anyone who has something to say is welcome to attend. Anyone can come along and be part of the audience.
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The charity screening of Everest, at Cinema Paradiso raised $4,200 for Adventure Consultants Sherpa Future Fund. Funds go towards the rebuilding of Sherpas’ houses damaged in the earthquakes earlier this year and the education of the children of Sherpas who lost their lives working for Adventure Consultants. Correction: Actor Jason Clarke, who plays Rob Hall, was incorrectly captioned as Sam Worthington, who plays Guy Cotter, in the Wanaka Sun issue two weeks ago.
Wanaka Sun It’s been a while since I went to the theatre and the audience laughed so hard some punters had tears rolling down their cheeks. But last week’s performance of Hound of the Baskervilles was absolutely hilarious. The play is a spoof of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic and it showcases physical comedy, lightningfast costume changes, and actors having a great time playing multiple characters. Even the most melancholy in the audience must have been cheered up to the
point of deep belly laughter. Sometimes it was a bit stupid, sometimes it was puerile, but it really was so funny chortling was the only option. The audience ranged in age from about eight to eighty plus and everyone seemed to enjoy the play. While a few jokes drifted over the heads of some, others were beside themselves with the joy of the innuendos, ironies or idiotic tomfoolery. A great night out provided by The Fortune Theatre. Please come back to Wanaka soon – it’s a long time between Festivals of Colour.
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Good Morning Wanaka With all day sun, lake and mountain views, a practical layout and established grounds we think this neat as a pin property will be a popular choice. The well maintained home is spacious throughout and sits proudly on manicured grounds all shouting low maintenance and easy care living. The current owners have purchased their next home so want this property sold.
Excellence in Northlake The quality post and rail fence outlines the perimeter of this elevated 1 acre site in prestigious Northlake. Build your dream home here or use the concept plans that the Vendors have created with Landmark Homes. You will be so impressed with the mountain views, proximity to town and the sunny aspect. The Vendor’s plans have changed so be quick.
Auction 3.00pm, Friday 9 October 2015 Ray White Office, 1 Helwick Street, Wanaka (unless sold prior) View Saturday & Sunday 1:00 or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21089 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21089 Rachel Walsh 027 443 2683 rachel.walsh@raywhite.com
Deadline Sale Offers on or before 4pm, 2nd Oct 15 (unless sold prior) View by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21033 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21033 Louise Walker-Hughes 0274 322 474 louise.wh@raywhite.com
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Wanaka 76 Totara Terrace Ever Popular Acre Having an acre this close to town is a treasure that will become hard to find. Send the kids to school on their bikes down the Aubrey Road bike track then go for a walk, run or bike down the outlet tracks. With a relatively flat profile and views to the mountains this is a great site that will make your job to design and build your dream home even easier. Don’t miss the rush - enquire today to get information on this great section.
Auction 3.00pm, Friday 2 October 2015 Ray White Office, 1 Helwick Street, Wanaka (unless sold prior) View Sat 12pm, Sun & Wed 2pm or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21081 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21081 Fiona Reid 0274 859 651 fiona.reid@raywhite.com
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Functional Future Proofer Are you looking for a family home or a substantial rental investment? Sunny & spacious open plan living with central logburner & a 2nd living area downstairs that is perfect for teens, boarders or guests who want their own space. 2 garages & offstreet parking. Plenty of room to park the boat. Solid rental history, this home has an easy care section in a well established part of town.
3 A 1 F 2 I Whole Lot Of House From the street it is all business up front for this modernised classic, but like any good mullet it is out back where the party gets going. Starting with the sun soaked deck that dominates the outdoor living. Inside you will begin to appreciate the effort and improvements made to the tidy kitchen and living areas. Good garaging, plenty of off-street parking.
For Sale $625,000 View by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21080 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21080 Joss Harris 021 220 7693 joss.harris@raywhite.com Jayne MacDonald 021 909 821 jayne.macdonald@raywhite.com
For Sale $359,000 View Sunday 4pm or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21068 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21068 Duncan and Kelly Good 0274 488 321 duncan.kelly@raywhite.com
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4 A 2 F 3 I BIG is beautiful With expansive lake and mountain views this solid home ticks all the boxes. Spacious bedrooms and lots of bathrooms, oodles of storage and garaging galore this home has a heart with potential to improve. Private and sheltered, sunny and warm the options here are endless, be it a family home, holiday home or an investment.
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Easy Living Sitting in a quiet cul-de-sac this easy care property has been placed perfectly to take advantage of all day sun. With beautiful decor and being sold with all superb quality furniture and elegant soft furnishings, this 18 month old home will be a perfect fresh start for the new owner. Add to this a study, 2 bathrooms and a double garage we believe this represents great value. For Sale $649,000 View by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21067 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21067 Anna Findlay 0274 383 640 anna.findlay@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)
3 A 2 F 2 I Invest in a New Nest Be the first owner of this brand new home, the perfect family starter to get you in on the ground floor. Cedar and plaster exterior for a smart modern look with all the benefits of our current building code. Generous living space, with a heat pump and big sunny windows that open outdoors. A smart way to grow your money while growing your family. For Sale $510,000 View Saturday 11:00 or by appointment www.rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21079 rwwanaka.co.nz/WNK21079 Jayne MacDonald 021 909 821 jayne.macdonald@raywhite.com Joss Harris 021 220 7693joss.harris@raywhite.com
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Members of the Aircraft Owners Pilots Association (AOPA) enjoyed a rare opportunity last week when they made a spectacular flight in convoy and landed at the Snow Farm in Wanaka. Shaun Gilbertson, General Manager of Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds and a member of AOPA, helped to organise the one-off, invite-only
event. “I was delighted with the day,” said Sean. “The weather and snow conditions were perfect. The stars aligned for it that day.” There were 23 planes in the convoy which landed on the snow at he Snow Farm before crossing the Cardrona Valley and landing at Branches Station in Skippers Canyon for lunch.
Education review comes to an end Naoise Wolsey Wanaka Sun A sense of community, being connected to the natural environment and the importance of technology emerged as key themes in the recent education consultation. The consultation over the future of schooling in the Wanaka and Hawea area has now finished and received good support from the local community. It was devised by the Ministry of Education to ask how local people think the education needs of their growing community can best be met. Two rounds of community consultation were completed, which included a number of face to face meetings and online surveys. More than 300 people attended workshops, and 837 completed online surveys. “A third of respondents in the second survey were students, which we were really pleased about,” said Katrina Casey, Head of Sector Enablement and Support. “Participants spoke with passion about what they value about the Wanaka area and how they
want to see that reflected in education provision.” Key themes that clearly emerged were a strong sense of community and a desire that future education provision reinforces the supportive nature of the community. One participant commented that “a sense of community and belonging is really important to our children’s (and their parents’) schooling experience and each individual school should really strive hard to develop this within our wonderful wider Wanaka community.” Being connected to the natural environment was another feature that resonated in the community. Across the board, respondents rated green spaces and hall space as being important or very important for all years from 1-13. Ninety -eight percent of respondents said technology was important for years 9-13. “The next step will see us consider all the information gathered during this process and develop a plan for future schooling that takes into account the feedback as much as possible,” said Katrina.
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WASTEBUSTERS COLUMN Gina Dempster It’s been a challenging two weeks for Wastebusters after the fire in the Alexandra reuse shop, but like a phoenix, we’re rising from the ashes. Only two days after the fire, business recycling in Alexandra and Cromwell was back up and running. The public recycling drop-offs reopened only a couple of days later. The reuse shop in Alexandra will take a couple more weeks to sort out, but we hope to have it back open on the same site in October. Luckily we had full insurance which will make rebuilding much easier. Many people have been asking how they can help Wastebusters. The best thing you can do is to be our customers. Whether it’s buying things from the shop or doing your recycling with us, it all helps Wastebusters to keep going. And of course everyone who donates goods is helping our work towards zero waste and our contribution to a strong, vibrant community. It’s a busy time in the Wanaka shop over the next month, with donated goods peaking as lots of our winter
visitors move out of town. If you want to donate more than you can fit in the car, Wastebusters offers a free moving-on service. We’ll pop round in the little truck and pick up donated goods for free. We ask that all the goods are of a resaleable quality, because if we can’t sell them, we have to pay to put them in the landfill and that means less money to spend on projects like Enviroschools in preschools. A big thanks to all the community groups who are getting out there and picking up litter for Keep New Zealand Beautiful week. With your help, Wanaka is getting a face-lift for spring, and will be looking beautiful for all our summer visitors. Wanaka Wastebusters is holding a clean-up tomorrow (Friday September 18) and all volunteers are welcome. Meet outside the front door of the Wanaka Wastebusters shop (corner Riverbank Rd and Ballantyne Rd) at 10.30am. We’ll be cleaning up Riverbank Rd and Ballantyne Rd, and will finish at 12.30pm with a sausage sizzle.
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KAHU YOUTH COLUMN Richard Elvey Spring is certainly springing around these parts and just like the new leaves and shoots appearing in our garden, we’ve got a few new shoots of our own beginning to unfurl. We’re very excited to be launching a youth council this month, the first one Wanaka has had since 2007, which will be made up of representatives from year 7 through to year 13. In the long-term we see this group giving a voice to local young people both within the community, at community board meetings and council submissions. The project has been kindly funded this year by the Ministry of Youth Development and we hope to see them begin to organise their own events and activities in the very near future – watch this space! So far we have 10 young people signed up and there is room for more,
so if you are or know a young person who would like to be part of this great project, drop us a line. We are also about to start organising a committee and asking for nominations for our second annual Youth Volunteer Awards, so if you know of any awesome young people who you think deserve to be recognised for what they’ve been quietly doing this year, get in touch. On top of this, on Saturday September 19, we will be cleaning up Lismore Park as part of Keep New Zealand Beautiful week. We’re meeting outside Mount Aspiring College’s main entrance at 12pm; we’ve already got a small army to help us, but there’s always room for more so if you and yours want to come and join in – drop us a line. And just in case we weren’t busy enough we’ve released this coming holiday’s program featuring hula hoop workshops, 10 pin bowling; a trip to the Air Shed, a home baking day and of
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Trouble in paradise Families in Wanaka are finding it increasingly difficult to secure affordable rental accommodation. One worried resident posted her troubles on Facebook, and received over 47 responses to her plight with a range of different views on this divisive issue. “We don’t want to shift away from the community that has been home for 13 years,” wrote the resident. “QLDC...what are you doing about this problem in paradise??” It seems a lack of affordable rentals is a widespread problem, with one family commenting that they are living in a caravan as they haven’t found a home they can afford to live in yet. Others mentioned the domino effect high rents have on staffing issues – “If the young can’t live here, they won’t apply for jobs here.” However, some landlords defended their high rents, saying that it was the cost of buying a property in Wanaka that is to blame. But others took a harsher view on the matter and said that if people can’t afford to live here, the answer is simple – go elsewhere. This hard-line approach is all well and good, but if people who work in lower income jobs really can’t afford to live and work in Wanaka, many of the town’s services would eventually collapse. Let The Wanaka Sun know what you think. Send your views to editor@thewanakasun. co.nz
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The grebes at nest two successfully hatched three of their four eggs by last Thursday, but stayed on the nest incubating the last egg until Saturday. The nest has been under siege from another pair for the last week. They moved in on Sunday and by Monday had laid their first egg. On the same day, nest three laid their first egg. Nest four is presently hatching its clutch of four eggs and will continue to do so for the next week. Nest five is due on September 22 and nest seven on September 24. All of this can only happen because of the support of the boat owners and the Marina Board who have allowed me to run these experiments. It’s going pretty well, though we are going to have to redesign and build new nest platforms soon.
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BIG THANKS from Wanaka Wastebusters to everyone who ADVENTURE CARAVANS restores, repairs and custom builds caravans, motorhomes, recycles with us, donates goods and buys preloved stuff slide-ons. Be ready for Summer! 25 years experience. Great references. 027 222 6600 from the Wastebusters shop. Reduce, reuse, recycle. CARAVAN OR TRAILER CUSTOM DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, REPAIR, RESTORATION. Put ARTISTS, SHOW your work! Entries are now open til Steve Rumore's skill, experience, & passion to work for you! Adventure Caravans 027 222 October 9th for Wanaka Arts Society. Labour weekend 6600 exhibition. You can enter up to 4 framed and 4 unframed works. Membership essential. $20 Adults and $5 youth. Forms and instructions sheets available at www.wanakartsociety.co.nz or from the Wanaka Library. NOTICES WANAKA SALVATION Army Family Store. Opening Hours – Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9.30am – 4pm. We look forward to seeing you here!
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DONATIONS KINDLY received. Please drop then in to the Salvation Army Family store or ph 443 5068 to book a pick up. 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
WANAKA SKI AND SNOWSPORTS CLUB SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING TO FORMALISE UPDATED CLUB CONSTITUTION. 5:30 pm on 2nd October @ 20 Elderberry Crescent, Far Horizon Park. Winter Wind -Up party to follow. Secretary: B Teat ph 021881263.
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UPPER CLUTHA Scooter Hooter, Moped / 50cc Motorcycle Rally. Fun ride, all bikes welcome. Saturday 26th September. Meet 10am, Wanaka Lake front. Contact Paul p_vanklink@vodafone.co.nz, 021 056 9146
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
ROTARY WANAKA Book Sale 2,3,4 October LAKE WANAKA CENTRE Start Fri, Sat & Sun 10am Finish Fri,Sat 6pm, Sun 2pm
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
COMBINED WANAKA Probus Clubs Luncheon. Thursday 22nd October 11am at The Venue.Invited speaker Dr Brian Thomas McMahon CBE, KStJ, MBChb
PROSTHESIS (BREAST form) local fitter Registered with Ministry of Health and will take care of your claim Appointment phone 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.
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EMPLOYMENT Office Manager Part – Time Experience Required • 15-20 hours. • Wages, PAYE & GST. • QuickBooks experience desirable. • Client invoicing. • Reception duties and general office administraPlease email your application to: info@salmondarchitecture.co.nz Applications Close 29th September 2015 at 4.00pm
VASECTOMYS AVAILABLE here in Wanaka with Dr Simon Brebner at Aspiring Medical Centre. Ph 443 0725 for an appointment to discuss.
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Full time position Queenstown We are looking for a experienced worker in the concrete trade. Must have current NZ drivers licence. Please phone Mark on 0274382365 email: kerb.central@xtra.co.nz
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NOTICES Wanaka Marina Limited wishes to advise that in terms of the company’s resource consent conditions, there will be chemical weed control measures taking place during the month of October 2015 depending on weather conditions. The chemical, Diquat, will be applied within 25 metres of the marina structure by ERMA approved licensed applicator, Landcare Services Limited. Access to the marina and surrounding water ways will be restricted during the period of application. Signage will be placed in the area to notify to public of the restricted access. This notice is given in accordance with the Otago Regional Council Water Use & Management policy under clause 12:7.1.1ii For further details please feel free to contact the applicator Graeme Larcombe on 027-222 5467 or the Marina Secretary Shane Gibson on 03-443-0086.
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Writing at the Wanaka Sun you would be part of a small team responsible for producing our popular weekly newspaper. Your talents will include: • Experience as a journalist on community newspapers or regional daily papers • An eye for community news and ability to polish copy • Strong writing ability and photography skills • A positive can-do attitude • The ability to connect with our community • Ability to meet strict deadlines Based in Wanaka, this permanent part-time role will perfectly suit someone wanting to make the most out of the great outdoors and the highly sought-after Wanaka lifestyle. Please apply with a current CV to: Nikki Heath nikki@pembroke.co.nz Applications close 25 September
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• Lifestyle location – Wanaka • Varied and challenging support position Located 9km to the south-east of Wanaka township, Wanaka Airport is a very important base for various flightseeing, private flight and aircraft maintenance operations as well as being the home of the popular Warbirds and Wheels museum and cafe. Managed by Queenstown Airport on behalf of Queenstown Lakes District Council, we also host the famous biennial Warbirds over Wanaka International Air Show and in the future may become a regular launch base for NASA’s scientific space balloon programme. Due to this growth we have created a new part time role and require an exceptional individual to join our team. Reporting to the Wanaka Airport Operations Manager, you will be an integral part of this small team and will be primarily responsible for providing professional support and administrative services. Key responsibilities will include providing a friendly and professional welcome to all visitors to the airport, implementation and maintenance of a number of new office processes and systems, and assistance with key projects. In addition you will build, manage and maintain the company’s website and social media platforms. Previous experience in a customer focused environment, excellent computer skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and social media skills are all essential for this role. You will also have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong organisational abilities and the ability to work efficiently in a small team. If you have a friendly and enthusiastic greeting style, are a self-starter with a positive attitude and want to make a difference in a dynamic and exciting industry we would like to hear from you. Please apply by emailing your CV and a covering letter to kirsten@queenstownairport.co.nz. Initial enquiries are welcome by phoning Kirsten on 027 232 7551.
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CARDRONA’S ON-MOUNTAIN APARTMENTS
Wake up with the mountain at your feet With just a few more weeks of the ski season left, now is the time to enjoy a wonderful stay in Cardrona’s beautiful on-mountain apartments – a holiday resort that’s right on your doorstep. The apartments at Cardrona Alpine Resort are perfect for groups, families and busy locals who find it hard to take breaks from their hectic lifestyle. Following a fantastic season for snow, Cardrona Alpine Resort’s skifield and apartments will be open for the entire October school holidays. Cardrona is one of the only places in New Zealand where you can stay on the mountain and ski practically from your doorstep. Sunrises on the mountain are a once-in-a lifetime experience. Apartment guests can sit back, relax and watch the mountain come to life. Located just a few minutes’ walk to the chair lifts, these apartments are ideal for skiers and snowboarders and take all the hassle out of a day on the mountain. There are 15 accommodation units in total at Cardrona, made up of three configurations, and the large four-bedroom apartments are even big enough for two families to stay together. Inside the apartments you will find the rooms are warm, inviting and immaculate. It is a top-class hotel experience with everything you could possibly need while staying on the mountain. While the apartments are self-catering, the resort also has a number of dining options, including the Juice and Java Bar and Mezz Café, which is open for drinks and dinner every night of the week and also offers takeaways. The resort strikes the perfect balance for kids and adults. While parents enjoy a relaxing meal at the Mezz, kids can enjoy table tennis, colouring and a giant screen TV with huge beanbags downstairs where parents can still keep a watchful eye over them as they play. The transformation of the resort from the busy bustling daytime cafe, to relaxing evening restaurant is quite amazing. Cardrona’s friendly and welcoming staff are there to help from the moment you arrive and will assist in getting your luggage and ski gear to your room. A staff member stays on the mountain overnight and takes great care of every guest. Restaurant staff are warm and friendly with a great attitude and, on the mountain, you’ll find great instructors who take pride in their jobs and go the extra mile for clients. Advance bookings are ideal but last-minute bookings can often be snapped up too. And with special spring rates available, now is the perfect time to book an apartment and see what all the fuss is about.
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Athletes jumping for joy
Back row, left to right: Johnny Percy, Issy Fitzgerald, Georgie Bruce, Maya Mueller, Deia Carson-Wolfe, Sophia Fitzgerald, Thomas Niles. Front Row, left to right: Skyla Coll, Josie Plimmer, Maddie Thompson, Izzy Percy, Elizabeth Pell, Alice Howard, Jessica Penney.
Young athletes from Aspiring Trampolining in Hawea Flat went to the Interclub Trampoline Competition held in Christchurch last weekend. They competed in Trampoline and Double Mini Trampoline events against athletes from the wider Canterbury region. This was the first competition for the majority of the group and there were some fantastic results. Catherine Pell, Head Coach at Aspiring Trampolining, said: “All the Aspiring Trampolining athletes completed their routines to a high standard competing well against athletes from much larger clubs. We are now looking forward to the next competition in November where it is expected a larger group of Aspiring Trampolining youngsters will be competing.” Thomas Niles, Elizabeth Pell, Maddie Thompson, Deia Carson-
Wolfe and Johnny Percy all were placed first in their respective events with Elizabeth receiving the highest overall score for Trampoline and Deia the highest overall score for Double Mini Trampoline. Izzy Percy and Josie Plimmer finished second and third respectively in the Level 3 Double Mini Trampoline competition, whilst Alice Howard performed her routine strongly to finish third in the Level 4 Trampoline event. Skyla Coll, one of the youngest competitors, came fourth on the Trampoline at Level 2 against others considerably older whilst Sophia Fitzgerald and Izzy Fitzgerald were placed fourth and fifth respectively at Level 4 -Trampoline. Georgie Bruce, Jessica Penney and Maya Mueller were all placed in sixth position in their Trampoline and Double Mini Trampoline competitions.
Interfield Children’s Series finishes Staff reporter Wanaka Sun The Southern Lakes Interfield Children’s Race Series finals were held at Treble Cone on Sunday. The children had already raced at Cardrona, Coronet Peak and the Remarkables in “differing conditions” but the finals were held in perfect weather. “TC Cat started the race off forerunning the first run followed by 80 keen young athletes,” said Wanaka Ski & Snowports Club representative Bonny Teat. “Camaraderie and encouragement were evident between rivals and rival coaches. Two runs and the titles were decided. Wanaka based athletes dominated the top of the podium.”
Bonny said the youngest competitors were five years old. “Future champions in the making.” The series was run and sponsored by Night ’n Day, QAST, Wanaka Ski & Snowsports Club, Coronet Peak, Cardrona, Remarkables and Treble Cone. Results: Overall female title winners: U8 Isabel Watterson, U10 Mathilda Watterson, U12 Sophie Ulrich, U14 River Mutton and U16 Kate Richards. Overall male title winners: U8 Kazik Magill, U10 Bailey MacDonald, U12 Samuel Packer equal with Gustav Legnavasky, U14 Blake Hartley and U16 Ben Richards.
Chance for kids to try racing on snow Snowboarders on the podium last year included Oscar Georgalli, Rocco Jamieson and Zedyn Fellows.
Staff reporter Wanaka Sun No racing experience is necessary for local children to enter the annual Upper Clutha [Primary/ Intermediate] Schools Ski and Snowboard races being held next Tuesday (September 22) at Cardrona. Friendly rivalry between schools is mandatory, with Hawea Flat coming out on top last year. The event is run by Wanaka Ski and Snowsports Club (WSSC) to “provide an opportunity for intermediate level skiers and snowboarders from around the Upper Clutha to participate in a fun and relaxed day of racing” with the chance to race down Giant Slalom and Gravity X courses. Schools can enter teams of up to four people (all boys, all girls or mixed) and as many teams as they like. There are medals for the first, second and third fastest teams, in both skiing and snowboarding for Primary and Intermediate categories,
and for the fastest boys and fastest girls overall in both ski and snowboard. The Upper Clutha Schools Ski and Snowboard Races are seen as an ideal opportunity for the children to show off the skills they have acquired during school ski programmes. The best performing school receives the Ski Connect Trophy - currently held by Hawea Flat School. Children can register for the event on the Snow Sports NZ website (www.snowsports.co.nz/ all-events) anytime up until 3pm on Sunday (September 20). Membership to Snow Sports will cost $5, event registration $5 and competitors get a lift pass discounted to $35. Children need to be in a team of three or four with a team name and an adult co-ordinator. More information is available from school offices or the race secretary Suzy Gendall (msoverseas@hotmail.com).
SPORTS RESULTS JOHN ANNAN MEMORIAL - DAY 2 TARRAS MENS MEDAL Best Gross over the field G Barbara 74 - 4 -71 Runner up L Nelson 76 - 3 - 73 Best Nett over the field Holger Reinecke 75 - 10 - 65 Nett Scores First Intermediate - G Wilson 67 Junior B Trevathan 67 Runner Up - Senior D Trevathan 70 Intermediate B Wilson 69 Junior C Baker c/b 71 3rd Senior J Trevathan 71 Intermediate G Giles 69 Junior G Rive 71 4th Senior L Allison 72 Intermediate M Nyon 71 Junior D Mould 71 5th Senior J Templeton 73 Intermediate R Morgan 71 Junior M Hyndman 72 6th Senior D Morris 73 Intermediate S Lucas 71 Junior T Cartwright 74 7th Senior B Patterson 74 Intermediate D McRae 72 Junior M Gutsell 75 8th Senior J Roche 74 Intermediate K Galloway 72 Junior B Rowley 79 9th Senior B McRae 74 Intermediate G Mills 73 10th Senior T Moore 75 Intermediate G Hook 74 11th Senior S Maling 75 Intermediate C Pledger 74 12th Senior R Hailwood 78 Intermediate T Kearney 75 13th Senior P Day 78 Intermediate R Gibson 75 14th Senior B Scott 79 Intermediate T Watson 75
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Longest Drive Senior Ben Purvis Junior Craig Still Nearest Pin Senior Lloyd Allison Junior Ray O’Connell Best Second Shot Ben Purvis Straightest Drive Beau Trevathan Twos D Trevathan, M Gutsell, S Purvis, R O’Connell, M Hyndman and B Rowley John Annan Memorial was won by D Mould and G Wilson with a combined nett score of 202 over the two days. M Hyndman and T Kearney were runners up with 204 Tarras Golf Results - Mens Third round of the Clark trophy played 12 September Stableford J Trevathan 44, M Hyndman 41, B Trevathan 39, T Kearney, H Reinecke 38, C Still, G Rive, 37, T Moore 36, W Bosley 32 Twos H Reinecke Finalists for Championships Senior J Trevathan and H Reinecke Intermediate C Still and W Bosley Junior D Wilson and M Hyndman Tarras Golf Results - Womens Tarras 4BBB Tournament was reduced to 9 holes due to a storm-Kay Ross & Margaret Wilson (Wanaka) 25 Stablefords on cb., Margaret Sell & Maire McElrea (Tarras) 25, Jo Watson (Wanaka) & Lucy Plamer (Chch) 24, Joy McDonald & Kay Dixon (Cromwell) 23, Viv Milsom (Wanaka) & Annabel Spiers (Tarras) 22 on cb. Longest Putt-Debbie Knapp (Omakau). NTP-Trish May (Dunstan). Top Tarras team-Margaret Sell & Maire
McElrea Hawea Lake Golf Club results from Sunday 13th September Mt Maude Stableford Mens: 1st Neail Matchett 44 on c/b, 2nd Bryan Burgess 44, 3rd Chris Morrow 42, 4th Dick Sullivan 41, 5th Stew Burt 39 on c/b, 6th Scott Read 39 Nearest the Pin No.1 Gerrard Haggart, No.5Tony Arscott Two’s: Tony Arscott No.14, Neil Matchett No.14 Birdies/Net Eagle Hole No.18 Craig Weastall Wanaka Bridge Club Results Silver Championship Pairs 10. North/ South:- Sherril Harries, Gabby Marshall 59.64%1. Dawn & Terry Wilson 56.25%2. Max & Laraine Shepherd 54.95% 3. East/ West:- Andy Goodall, Mark Harry 58.81% 1. Rebecca Corkin, John Mitchell 56.88% 2. Jan Cunningham, Jacqui Roberts 53.69% 3. Friday Bridge 11th September. North/ South:- Sherril Harries, Maggie Stratford 62.18% 1. Laraine Shepherd, Mary GibsonCollings 60.90% 2. Lynda Hodge, Fran Holmes 57.69% 3. East/West:- Jenny Muir, Jacqui Roberts 59.46% 1. Bryan & Lyla Hensley 56.57% 2. Betty Swift, Carole Turner 55.93% 3. Bronze Championship Pairs 9. North / South:- Lynda Hodge, Madeleine Reveley, 63.33% 1. Noeline Goldsbrough, Heather Wellman 55.00% 2. Pam Millar, Carol Orbell 53.96% 3. East/West:- Julie Mulholland, Kate Summers 60.686 1. Denise Bruns, Sharon Wilson 60.00% 2. Linda Sutton, Jan Wyn-Williams 58.41% 3.
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SPORT BRIEFS Injury forces Dodds to withdraw Wanaka triathlete Tony Dodds has made the tough call to withdraw from the season-ending ITU world series grand final in Chicago due to an ongoing hip injury. The world No 20 has been suffering from the injury for the past eight weeks, which has hindered his performances in recent races, including last weekend’s event in Edmonton, Canada. “It’s been a long two months to keep me training each day with my hip injury, but managed most days to get the job done with the help of our physio here. But Edmonton last weekend was the last straw and was no good,” Tony told his supporters on social media on Tuesday. He added that he didn’t want to risk any further damage that could cost him his Olympic spot next year. But Tony is hopeful of a full recovery. “It’s nothing major just a bit of swelling that should go down with a bit of R&R,” he said.
Sky’s the limit for MAC students Josh O’Regan competing at Cardrona.
Staff Reporter Wanaka Sun Fourteen students represented Mount Aspiring College at the South Island Secondary Schools ski and snowboard champs held at Cardrona over the weekend. Both Saturday and Sunday were bluebird days, making it an enjoyable event for competitors and spectators. MAC achieved 18 podium places at the event. In the team events MAC placed first in both the boys’ ski and snowboard competitions, and 2nd in the girls’ ski team event.
MAC students came out in force again at the annual NZ cross country skiing age group championships, which were held at Snow Farm last weekend. The team at Snow Farm is hoping for an even bigger turnout at the NZSS champs which will take place on September 19. Individual results: South Island Secondary Schools ski and snowboard champs: Ski: Kate Richards - 2nd GS (giant slalom); Ben Richards - 1st GS; Blake Hartley - 2nd GS; Emile Coote - 3rd GS; Fiona Murray- 1st slopestyle. Snowboard: Cory O’Regan -
1st gravity cross and 2nd GS; Briar Hight - 1st GS and gravity cross; Ronan Thompson - 1st GS and slopestyle, 2nd gravity cross; Emile Coote - 3rd GS; Josh O’Regan - 2nd slopestyle and 3rd gravity cross; Lucy Hayes - 2nd gravity cross. NZ cross country skiing age group championships: U14: Campbell Wright - 1st in classic and freestyle, Ben McNabb - 2nd in classic and freestyle, Tom Colbourne - 3rd in freestyle. U16: Louis Jones - 1st classic. U18: Nick Toepfer - 1st classic, Ellen Cagney 1st freestyle. U20: Martin Zietz - 2nd in classic and freestyle.
Festival of Sport and Recreation This Saturday’s Festival of Sport and Recreation is your chance to find out about all the sporting opportunities in your area, from synchronised swimming to water skiing. The 2nd annual event will be held at Mt Aspiring College between 10am and 2pm and gives people the chance to find out what sport and recreational activities are on offer in the community. There is also the chance to play some of the sports and activities and try them out, such as squash, a bike obstacle course, a netball goal shooting competition and climbing. Co-organiser Diana Schikker said last year they had about 300 people attend the day “and we’d like to grow those numbers”. There will also be a karate demonstration, cheerleading and tumbling, and the Queenstown Lakes District Council will be there to talk about the new pool and sports facility.
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