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nowsports were high on the agenda last weekend, with competitors battling it out in two competitions on Cardrona’s slopes. On Saturday, August 19, the Dakine Snowboard Banked Slalom saw 16-year-old Wanaka snowboarder Marco Kerscchackl come top of the under 18 males with a time of 1:42.07, while Alex Brady of Wanaka and Kaprun took the top spot in the Womens Masters category with a time of 1:58.62. More than 100 snowboarders from across the world competed in the event, with Wanaka strongly represented. On Sunday, August 20, youth ski and snowboard event Park Attack Slopestyle was held in Antlers Alley, with 18 Wanaka youngsters competing against skiers and boarders from across the world. Wanaka came top in three out of four categories, with first places from Maggie Little, Connor Gilbert and Fynn Koenen. Pictured: Eleven-year-old Eli Hughes competing at the banked slalom event on Sunday.
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Wanaka GP is grateful that members of Dunedin Hospital’s rebuild team have considered the needs of rural communities in its plans. Dr Andrew McLeod told NZ Doctor that it was gratifying to see members of the rebuild team visit some rural areas, including Wanaka, to see what regions further from the city require hospital services. Dr McLeod also expressed concern over the potential private funding model for the new hospital, set to cost more than $1 billion, saying that he was suspicious about private funding for one of the country’s largest public hospitals. “I’m suspicious about privatisation. It runs the risk of going down the road of privately-owned prisons, which aren’t a terribly successful
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model if you look around the rest of the world,” Dr McLeod told the medical news publication. Dr McLeod’s concerns were echoed by the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists executive director, Ian Powell, who said the new public hospital needed to be fully funded by the government. “If the Government does go down this track in Dunedin, then it would essentially be handing over the keys for one of the country’s biggest public hospitals to private investors to maximise extracting profits for themselves,” Mr Powell said. Health Minister Jonathan Coleman and Prime Minister Bill English visited Dunedin Hospital to announce the
$1.2 to $1.4 billion rebuild, which will be the largest of its type in New Zealand’s history, on Saturday August 19. Dr Coleman said that due to the size of the project all funding options would be considered, including a private public partnership model. Southern DHB Commissioner Kathy Grant said the scale of the investment was a great leap forward for healthcare in the south. “We are extremely excited about this huge investment in health infrastructure in our district. It goes beyond what we initially imagined. We now have the opportunity to build the hospital our patients and staff deserve, remembering that this
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A Wanaka-based multi-sporter, cyclist and Queenstown Airport firefighter who contracted a rare autoimmune disease leaving him struggling to walk has set his sights on the Kathmandu Coast to Coast. Gavin Mason went from finishing fourth in the Firefighter Sky Tower Stair Challenge in Auckland to being almost unable to walk after Guillain-Barre syndrome attacked his body in May. He said that the onset was sudden. “It developed over three or four days while I was away training for work. The first symptom I noticed was the pain in the mid-thoracic region of my back during the middle of the night, then the next day I had pins and needles and a tingling sensation down both the backs of my legs,” Gavin said. “I could still take myself to the toilet and shower the whole time so mentally that was a huge thing to hang onto in terms of maintaining a positive outlook. It can be a fatal
condition, but most people will make a complete recovery.” The Coast to Coast sees competitors run, cycle and kayak across the width of the South Island and Gavin is aiming to compete after being offered a place by race director Richard Ussher. “After a week of pondering and weighing up the pros and cons on top of making some good gains in recovery I thought ‘why the hell not?’”, Gavin said. “When you meet people who have been to the Olympics yet you see them taking on the Coast to Coast as they see it as one of the great personal achievements, it just reaffirms how awesome the challenge of it is. I just want to finish it and do it with a smile and enjoy the adventure along the way.” He plans to use his participation to boost awareness of Guillain-Barre syndrome, a disease which affects between 40 and 80 New Zealanders every year. Pictured is Gavin competing in last year’s NZ Club Nationals in Central Otago.
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A Wanaka-based couple is set to cycle from New Zealand to Europe in November. Jakub Larysz and Dasha Cechmankova, who have been in New Zealand for nearly three years, will bike over 15,000 kilometres across 15 countries on their journey home to Ostrava, Czech Republic. “We wanted to travel a bit on the way home and thought it’s a good option to cycle instead of fly and much more ecological. In New Zealand we started looking after the environment more,” Jakub explained. The couple will travel on their bikes wherever possible and will fly just once, taking ferries across water and trains if their various visas get too close to expiry. Despite the difficult nature of the task, neither of them seems intimidated.
Dasha said, “One afternoon it was raining and we decided ‘let’s just do it’. We are so excited and we’ve just been planning and dreaming.” Jakub added, “We will try to enjoy it, but there will be obstacles. It will be fun, but there will be hard times.” Their long trip will begin in Picton on October 13, where they will cycle to the ferry and then make their way up the North Island. They will then fly to Thailand and take to their bikes, visiting Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, India, Nepal, Tibet, China, Mongolia and Russia. Once back in Europe, the final leg will see them take in all of Scandinavia before a ferry to Germany and the home stretch to their native Czech Republic. The couple will be blogging and live tracking the journey on their website, www.bikepackingnomads.com. They also plan to record the trip and produce a film once they reach their destination.
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Backcountry-goers are warned to be vigilant as Wanaka’s avalanche risk remains moderate on the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory’s (NZAA) scale. The Advisory, run by the Mountain Safety Council (MSC), currently notes that Wanaka and Queenstown have a heightened avalanche risk on specific terrain conditions in alpine and high alpine terrain (anything above 1000 metres). Head NZAA forecaster, Trevor Street, said that certain terrain conditions currently pose such a wide risk due to recent large-scale wet weather events, which can reawaken weak layers deep in the snowpack to produce very large, destructive avalanches. “In some places, rain percolating right down to the ground can cause the entire snowpack to slide. Some of these avalanches are likely to run
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out to well below the snowline,” Mr Street said. “In the meantime, it’s probably best to stay well away from any steep, snowy terrain and the run-out zones of avalanche paths until the snow has a chance to re-freeze and conditions settle down.” A spokesperson for the MSC said that it was critical that people who intended to head into the backcountry pay careful attention to the forecasts. “The forecasts are generated from professional forecasters in the regions who are constantly monitoring changes to the snowpack.” “There are primary and secondary dangers in the forecast that help people to understand the acute risks and how the danger is presenting in their region. We’d advise all people to head to avalanche.net.nz and have a good read of the forecast. Hunters and trampers should be aware that avalanche conditions may affect their intended route as well,” the spokesperson said.
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Consent has been sought for the creation of a new 25-lot subdivision in Lake Hawea. Terrace Peak Developments Limited has applied for resource consent from Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) for 25 lots on Moraine Place and the creation of a road, to be vested in the council. Concerns have already been raised by one neighTHURSDAY 24.08.17 - WEDNESDAY 30.08.17
bour on Nichol Street, who said visual dominance, shading and storm water runoff would be potential problems from the new subdivision. QLDC senior planner, Erin Stagg, who is processing the resource consent, said that the development of the subdivision was a controlled activity and that a site visit was yet to be undertaken. Erin added that the proposal has also yet to be assessed and concerns would be taken into account when deciding whether the resource consent should be publicly notified or not.
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A Wanaka man working on an orphanage in Tanzania has put a call out to the community for donations. The company that Scott Reilly works for, Capital Drilling, has been assisting with the building of the new toddler house and been supplying labour, which is now complete, for the past six months. The orphanage is being opened for children under five by Neema House, an outreach for orphaned, abandoned and vulnerable children in Geita. “We put the hat around here on site and all the locals put in money and then the expats also put in, Capital has matched this as well. We have gone into town and took as many supplies as we could to the orphanage but they definitely need more,” Scott said.
Scott’s wife Naomi Bryant Reilly put a call out to Wanaka online for supplies including toys, clothes and school equipment. “We wanted to see what the Wanaka community can give out of the goodness of their hearts. These kids don’t have a lot and are born into a world that has not been a good start for them in life and what Neema House is doing for them is amazing. I’m also very proud of the work that Capital has done with the new house,” Scott said. Naomi said that the response from Wanaka had been great so far. “It took off more than I thought it would. We’ve had clothes, toys and lots of shoes. They really need it over there and now we’ll just work on getting the stuff over,” Naomi said. Neema House executive director Cheryl McFaddin said that it was great that a community in New Zealand was getting involved and expressing an interest in the orphanage.
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Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) and private landowners have hired Excell Biosecurity to poison rabbits on their property with Pindone. The poisoning process began in July and will continue until the end of August. This has led to several members of the public contacting the Wanaka Sun to voice concerns. As a result, we have spoken to QLDC to find out exactly how the Pindone poisoning works. It has taken place over 233 hectares of land next to the Outlet Road, Wanaka (pictured) and the poison will be vput into ground carrot. A single pre-feed of non-toxic chopped carrot has been spread throughout the area. This was then followed four to five days later with two drops of toxic Pindone carrot, four to five days apart. The toxic carrot is dyed green and
Zelie Allan is the Labour Party candidate for Waitaki in the 2017 General Election and we asked her a few questions about her campaign. Why did you get into politics? Because of the health system. I have had a very healthy life, so to be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014 was a huge shock. Whilst I appreciate the work done by the medical teams in Dunedin Hospital, I am well aware of how stretched they are. Just in the last few weeks we have learned the reason for delays to general surgery at Dunedin Hospital. If you do not have enough beds for post-operative care, you cannot do the operations. What do you see as the key issues for Wanaka? The key issues in Wanaka include healthcare and the under-funding of our education sector, spoken to me by concerned parents and teachers in Wanaka last week. Also issues with water quality, affordable housing for ownership or rent, and keeping Lake Wanaka water pristine in the face of expanded housing around the lake. If elected, what will you do in Wanaka? I would run monthly, advertised clinics in Wanaka and visit schools, medical centres and small businesses to get an understanding of the issues for the town. If elected, what will you do first in Wanaka? The first meeting I would have would be with the groups associated with trying to keep the waters of Lake Wanaka pristine. Why should people vote for you? I’m a straight talker, people are not afraid to bring issues up with me and I’m a hard worker. I believe in fairness for all.
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If elected, how will you work with local groups/organisations such as the Wanaka Community Board and Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) for the benefit of Wanaka? I would have regular meetings with the Wanaka Community Board and QLDC to familiarise myself with their particular issues and taking some up with the appropriate Ministers. What connection do you have to Wanaka? I ride annually on the Otago Goldfields Cavalcade, where I have ridden my horse over a lot of the beautiful country of Central Otago.
Zelie will compete with Jacqui Dean (National Party), Kevin Neill (The Opportunities Party), Alexander Familton (New Zealand First) and Patrick Wall (The Green Party). The 2017 General Election is on Saturday September 23. Voters must be registered by Friday September 22. More details are available at www.elections.org.nz.
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members of the public are warned not to touch it. It does present a poisoning risk to humans and domestic animals, which can occur by eating poisonous baits. There is also a lower risk of secondary poisoning with Pindone, such as if dogs eat the rabbit carcasses. Warning signs are in place throughout the operation to advise where poisons have been used. QLDC advises members of the public to avoid touching any poison bait or poisoned possum carcasses, keep all pets under control and not let them eat poisoned carcasses, ensure all young children are supervised and make visitors aware of the danger. For more information, people can contact Brian Bedford on 027 807 1841. If anyone thinks they have been poisoned, they should contact a local hospital, medical centre, 111 or the National Poisons Centre on 0800 764 766.
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Wanaka-based festival Rhythm and Alps has confirmed its 2017 line-up. The event is now in its seventh year and will see around 50 acts perform on three stages in front of up to 10,000 people, with festival organisers expecting a sell-out crowd. Tash Sultana, winner of her native Australia’s triple j Unearthed Artist of the Year in 2016, will play this year, with New Zealanders Fat Freddy’s Drop (pictured) headlining on New Year’s Eve. Rhythm & Alps festival director Alex Turnbull said, “We’re really excited about this year’s line-up. Its general appeal is reflected in the record ticket sales we’ve had so far. “It’s the best place to be in NZ for New Year’s Eve; awesome music, immaculate stage production, amazing weather and a relaxed atmosphere all make for a world-class festival,” Alex said. New Zealand will be well-represented at the
event, with Cornerstone Roots, Lord Echo and Yoko-Zuna all confirmed. Festival-goers will also be able to enjoy a variety of musical styles from international artists including Swedish electronic group Little Dragon, British R&B soul singer Nao and roots reggae band Ocean Alley. Drum and bass fans will be able to see Wilkinson, Goldie, Hybrid Minds and several others. Rhythm & Alps will also be hosting an exclusive warm-up gig at the Lake Hawea Hotel on December 28, featuring Californian rapper Schoolboy Q. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
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New World Wanaka has been criticised for irresponsible plastic usage for the second time in less than a month. A shopper who spotted halved avocados wrapped in plastic in the store’s produce department took a photo and shared it online, prompting comments from customers who were unhappy with the way the store was using plastic. Head of external relations at Foodstuffs NZ, Antoinette Laird, said that New World Wanaka was committed to reducing waste, and in recent weeks its owner had told staff not to
individually wrap small pieces of fruit or vegetables. Ms Laird said that on this occasion a produce assistant had recently returned from extended leave and was unaware of the policy, wrapping the ripe avocados, pictured, to prevent them from becoming bruised and wasted. The produce assistant in question had now been informed of the store policy, Ms Laird said. “We are committed to reducing the amount of waste our stores generate and all our stores have a focus on landfill waste diversion. The vast majority of packaging in Foodstuffs stores is either recyclable at kerbside or via the soft plastics recycling scheme.”
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Interesting and fresh has been the inspiration behind the brand new dinner menu available at this awesome lakefront location. Alchemy prides itself on supporting local “we want to embrace as many great local brands and fresh local ingredients as we can” co-owner Carl Hamlin says. Whether you are after a drink, meal or just dessert they have heaps of awesome options and great specials. Enjoy ‘Two for one Tuesday’ on mains after 4.00pm, Apres ski special, a delicious platter and two wines or mulled wines for $40. With live music on Sundays, these guys are providing the perfect place to support local, relax, unwind, and enjoy the great atmosphere. PHOTO: ADVERTORIAL
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The Mayor of Central Otago District Council has written to Labour leader Jacinda Ardern to criticise the party’s proposed tax on irrigation, saying it is a “reverse rainfall tax” that has caused fear and dismay in his community. Mayor Tim Cadogan has called on Ardern, and other politicians including Waitaki MP Jacqui Dean and Labour hopeful Zelie Allan, to visit the region and see the balance families strike between looking after the environment and working the land. Labour announced this month that it would introduce a “fair and affordable” royalty on the commercial consumption of water if it wins the General Election on September 23. It says the policy will affect water bottling companies and water used for irrigation, but not households or councils, and would ensure clean water for future generations. However, the move has been widely criticised and some estimate it could cost farmers across the country up to $100 million a year. In his letter, Mr Cadogan said irri-
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gation was essential in his area and he described the proposal as a “reverse tax on rainfall” as Central Otago’s dry climate means producers must store water in winter to cover summer shortfalls, meaning the amount of tax was determined by the lack of rain rather than irrigation. He also said the proposed tax would cost his region’s producers $6 million a year and that one local farmer faced a personal additional tax bill of $52,500 a year. The $6 million a year figure has been challenged by Water spokesman David Parker, while Zelie Allan, Labour’s Waitaki candidate, this week confirmed there is room for flexibility in the water royalty, a move supported by Mr Cadogan. “I am pleased to see that Mayor Cadogan welcomes the fact that the water royalty would be flexible enough to reflect the scarcity or abundance of water in different regions because that allows him the ability to argue his case for the region.” “It is for that reason that the royalty has not been set in concrete, but we do need something to help us protect ourselves from future harm to our lakes and rivers,” Ms Allan said.
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Bryce Johnson is retiring in October after 37 years leading Fish & Game and its predecessor, the Acclimatisation Societies’ national body. Fish and Game has appointed Martin Taylor (pictured) to take over as Chief Executive in November. Martin Taylor has wide experience in the corporate sector, including as Chief Executive of the Aged Care Association. He has also been chair of the Wellington Fish and Game council and is presently working for the Capital Coast DHB as a project manager. The chair of Fish and Game’s New Zealand Council, Lindsay Lyons, is delighted with Mr Taylor’s appointment.
“Martin is the right person for this demanding role. He’s highly qualified, an experienced leader and politically astute,” Lindsay said. “He’s also a mad keen angler and loves the outdoors and New Zealand’s wild places, so from our point of view, this is a perfect combination. We are delighted to have him on board.” Martin said he is delighted with his new role. “I am honoured to have been appointed to such an important and high profile position. I am determined to make sure New Zealand’s rivers, lakes and streams are swimmable, fishable and safe to gather food from. I am also committed to ensuring that Kiwi families retain their access to the outdoors so our children can grow up enjoying our unique mountains, bush and waterways,” Martin said.
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The architecture of the art world is changing, and Wanaka Fine Art Gallery has jumped behind the steering wheel to drive this change in the town’s own little art world. Gallery director Lyz Dozzi, who has owned the gallery for four years, said that the next generation of art buyers coming through were very much into modern, abstract art, and the gallery has shifted its focus to reflect this. “We have an incredible pool of artists here and traditional is still required - there’s still a market for it, but we’re devoting a lot of space now to modern art.” “We realised we have to keep moving with the times. People’s taste in art is changing and we need to keep up with that,” Lyz said. Adorning the gallery’s walls is art from Wanaka-based multi-media artist Jane Kellahan, who has exhibited around the world and won multiple awards for her work. Alexandra-based Nigel Wilson will be the latest artist to exhibit at the gallery, from August 26 to September 10, with a body of works based around his Willow on Clutha Series and Orchard Series. “What makes Nigel’s work so fascinating, particularly in his Susurration Series, is that the result is almost like a Magic Eye. The painting is of an orchard but you have to squint to see it. This shift towards abstract has been a journey across his work, which is so interesting,” Lyz said. Lyz’s own journey into the art world began with her mother, the late Val Rollo, who was a wellknown art patron in Dunedin, hosting the likes of minimalist artist Ralph Hotere, who was appointed to the Order of New Zealand in 2012 for his services to the country.
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“All my training has come from my mother and my teenage years, when I was often being dragged around art galleries with her looking at art that she had recently purchased. Mum had a really good eye for art and for an up-and-coming artist,” Lyz said. Lyz added that the gallery did its best to embrace the community, hosting a Mount Aspiring College exhibition next month and encouraging its artists to enter the Aspiring Art Awards, the Wanaka Arts Society exhibition and the Aspiring Beginnings art auction. Pictured: Lyz Dozzi with Nigel Wilson’s Matukituki Valley (pink moody sky) painting.
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A request for funding to establish a new innovation hub in Wanaka has been denied. Central Otago District Council (CODC) granted $8000 at a meeting last week for a day-long development workshop to support a Central Otago innovation hub concept. When the CODC was asked for a $30,000 annual grant for two years by
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the Central Lakes Innovation Centre of Knowledge (CLICK) for similar hubs in Wanaka, Queenstown and Alexandra, the request was turned down. Council economic development manager Warwick Hawker, who drove the decision, said that he had concerns over the idea’s ongoing business model and the fact that it would require a significant contribution from the council. Mr Hawker welcomed CLICK’s involvement in the Central Otago hub concept.
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Kids, parents, teachers and contractors have been working together on a marble run at Wanaka Primary School (WPS). Parent of eight-year-old Jonty Ramsden, Nicky Ramsden, came up with the idea of developing a marble run for the children and formed a committee to make it happen. “The marble run is one thing I’ve been wanting to do for ages, it’s good old-fashioned play,” Nicky said. “We set up a committee, got some grants and then Wendy Bamford (WPS principal) had the great idea of turning it into a design competition for the kids.” Students got to work designing
their own marble runs and winner, nine-year-old Max Good, built a scale model of his design with grandfather Pete Marshall, naming the run Good Marbles. “The parent volunteers and the guys from Asplundh who volunteered their own time on a Saturday to help have made this whole thing worthwhile. It brought a tear to my eye seeing Max, this little guy, telling the adults about his vision of how his marble run was to be,” Nicky said. The marble run is currently under construction and the school’s older students will be selling bags of marbles as an entrepreneurial project to coincide with the run’s opening. Pictured: Max Good talks to Asplundh contractors about his design.
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The start of the new trout and salmon fishing season begins in about six weeks on October 1 and keen anglers can now buy their Fish and Game 2017-18 licences. Fish and Game New Zealand’s communications manager Don Rood said, “Enthusiasts have been champing at the bit to get in and buy their licences. While they can’t use it
for a month and a half, getting their licence is a milestone on the way to the new season. It signals the worst of winter is over, spring is coming and their favourite little trout stream or river will soon be open for fishing.” Nine different types of licence are on offer and are now available in accredited sports shops and other outlets, or online through the Fish and Game website www.fishandgame.org.nz.
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Wanaka’s Salvation Army Family Store now has a permanent van driver, meaning it can pick up donations and offer deliveries. Steve Gubb will work every Wednesday and said the process is easy for people who want to give items to the charity. “All people need to do is call up and ask us and we’ll pick it up.” “We have all the resources and people don’t need to help, or even be in. We can even collect a donation from outside their home,” Steve said. Store manager Amanda Hodge said that having a van driver will improve the service on offer and help support the charity’s work. “We need donations to fund the work we do in the community, so a permanent van driver is fan-
tastic. It will be a better service for our customers, because we can deliver items for a small charge, and it will make it easier for people who would like to donate, because we’re happy to pick up even the smaller items that they may not have time to drop off,” Amanda said. “It all helps us continue the vital work we do in the community. Recently, we gave a lady $600 worth of furniture for her and her three children and without people’s generous donations, we just wouldn’t be able to do that. We are here to help and people just need to approach us.” Anyone wanting to have a donation picked up can call 03 443 5068 or visit the Salvation Army Family Store at 50 Helwick Street. The Salvation Army works with Community Networks Wanaka to provide assistance to people in need. There is a range of advice, information and support on its website at www.salvationarmy.org. nz and at Salvation Army stores.
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BNZ’s Wanaka branch was among branches closed across the country yesterday (Wednesday August 23) as staff headed out into the community to work on local projects. Closed for Good is an annual volunteering initiative from BNZ and this year more than 3000 staff headed out to work on more than 550 projects.
In Wanaka, staff spent the day at Aspiring Beginnings Early Learning Centre, painting fences and buildings. BNZ CEO, Anthony Healy, said, “Community groups do some amazing work throughout New Zealand and we take real pleasure in being able to give back in this small way, whether it’s by picking up a paintbrush, planting native trees, providing budgeting advice or running financial literacy workshops.”
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One of the nine Polikarpov fighter aircraft, famously restored by Sir Tim Wallis back in the 1990s, is set to make an emotional return to Wanaka from Germany for the 30th Anniversary Airshow at Easter 2018. The recovery and restoration of the six Polikarpov I-16s (fondly known in Russia as Ishak or Little Donkey) and three I-153s is still regarded as one of the most audacious private Warbirds projects ever undertaken in the world. Warbirds Over Wanaka general manager, Ed Taylor, said, “They have been working hard on getting a number of significant aircraft to mark the 30th year since the first airshow and also Sir Tim’s 80th birthday. With the support of the aircraft owners and major sponsors Hamburg-Sud and Mainfreight this is now possible.” “We couldn’t think of a better birthday present for Sir Tim than to reunite him with one of his beloved Polikarpovs. It will no doubt be a special moment for Sir Tim and Warbird fans everywhere when he gets to see the I-16 perform at Wanaka one more time,” Ed said The story of Sir Tim’s Polikarpov project is legendary in warbirds circles. Following the first ever Warbirds Over Wanaka Airshow in 1988, Sir Tim visited Russia on business but took the opportunity to check out some possible aircraft for restoration. He returned in 1991 and that’s when he fell in love
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with the Polikarpov I-16. At the time, none were flying anywhere in the world. Sir Tim and his chief engineer Ray Mulqueen located nine wrecks. In 1992 Sir Tim signed a contract to start work on rebuilding the aircraft in one of the original aircraft factories that had produced the aircraft back in the 1930s. Six years later the Polikarpovs first flew at Wanaka and they continued to star at the event over ten years. Following the 2008 Airshow Sir Tim’s Alpine Fighter Collection was disbanded and the Polikarpovs were sold off to owners around the world. Six of them are still flying, including number nine, the one coming to Wanaka. The Polikarpov will be flown at Wanaka by Lithuanian pilot Jurgis Kairys, a world aerobatic champion and regular performer at the Wanaka Airshow. Information about the airshow is available at www.warbirdsoverwanaka.com
Power Pole upgrade this week As part of Aurora Energy’s Fast Track pole programme contractors will be replacing 16 power poles in Hawea and 19 power poles in Albert Town this week and next. To carry out the work safely, the power will be turned off and notification has been sent to affected customers individually via their electricity retailers. The dates, times and areas affected are included below. Upcoming planned outages are also listed on the company’s website www.auroraenergy.co.nz/outages. Aurora Energy marketing and communications manager Gary Johnson said, “We'd like to thank the Hawea and Albert Town communities for their patience and cooperation while we carry out this important upgrade work, which will improve the safety and reliability of the electricity network in the area.” More information on the Fast Track pole programme can be found on at www.auroraenergy.co.nz. HAWEA Planned outage: Thursday 24 August 9:00am to 4:00pm Poles to be replaced: 12 Streets affected: Capell Ave, Parry Cres, Bodkin St, Noema Tce, Flora Dora Parade, Myra St, Elizabeth St, Nichol St, Ellie Pl Customers affected: 311 Planned outage: Friday 25 August 9:00am to 3:00pm Poles to be replaced: 4 Streets affected: Streets affected include: Lake View Tce, Skinner Cres, Capell Ave Customers affected: 63
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ALBERT TOWN Planned outage: Wednesday 30 August 9:00am to 4:00pm Poles to be replaced: 8 Streets affected: Alison Ave, Ribbonwood Ave, Dale St, Lagoon Ave, Gunn Rd, Hikuwai Dr, Bernard Rd, Wairau Rd, Hunt Pl, Frye Cres, Quinnat St, Rifleman St, Snowberry St, Sherwin Ave, Finch St, Poppy Ln, Warbler Ln, Quail St, Hebe Court, McLellan Pl Customers affected: 353 Planned outage: Thursday 31 August 9:00am to 3:00pm Poles to be replaced: 11 Streets affected: Albert Town-Lake Hawea Rd, Dublin Bay Rd, Kennels Ln, Lake Hawea-Albert Town Rd Customers affected: 46
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More than 150 children gathered at Wanaka Airport’s winter wonderland last weekend, building more than 40 snowmen, women and even one snow rabbit. Warbirds and Wheels barista Shane Stobie was the man behind the plan, organising two truck loads of snow to be delivered to the airport on Saturday August 19. “The seed was sown last school holidays. We naturally have banter with kids and families here and the assumption is that most of them are going up the mountain, when actually a lot of them don’t get the opportunity,” Shane said.
Shane said that Wastebusters and the Upper Clutha Hospice Shop had been really supportive in providing clothes and hats for the kids’ snow creations to wear, as well as a range of other local businesses who had donated prizes. “It’s been spectacular. The kids had an absolute ball and that is all I wanted, was to see the kids having a great time. I went from not even knowing whether it was going to work to seeing it come to fruition and it’s just spectacular,” Shane said. Pictured (l-r): Twelve-year-old Ocean van Riel, nine-year-old IsisJoy Duffy-McLeod and 13-year-old Deia Carson Wolfe with Shane and their snow woman, Bianca van Duffy Wolfe.
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Rumours that the building that houses The Cell is set to become another backpackers’ hostel are wide-of-themark, the Wanaka Sun has learned. The Cell, a co-working office space for start-up entrepreneurs, innovators and professionals, has been based on Helwick Street for the past two years. On September 11, it will
move to The Spencer House Mall, sparking rumours about what the original building would be used for, with speculation centring on a new hostel for travellers. However, owners have now confirmed that the space is set for demolition and will be turned into shops, which they hope to complete before Christmas. Spaces at The Cell’s new location are now available.
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Wanaka author hits 4000 sales with fourth book in series Rebecca was born in Colorado, but moved to Wanaka just over 18 months ago with her husband. She has been A Wanaka-based author has complet- writing books for about a decade, but ed her latest four book series and has says she caught the writing bug much already sold more than 4000 copies. earlier. Rebecca Holland, who writes under “I always loved writing and I started the name R. J. Vickers, has just re- when I was seven. In school, when we leased the last had to write instalment, a short stoThe Final ry I would Order, and to write 20 celebrate she pages.” is giving away The Natfive free books ural Order to Wanaka series is Sun Readers. aimed at “The series ages nine to is about ju14, but her venile delinnext book, quents who released in get recruited October, to carry out a is adult magic task,” fiction and Rebecca said. sees a small It follows the backwater adventures of town rise up Tristan Fairagainst the holm, who is empire that See our facebook page involved in controls it. a car accident that kills his brother. For more information on how He goes from a child with no place in to win a copy of the first book, The the world to finding a new purpose in Natural Order, visit the Wanaka Sun magic. Facebook page.
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There is a high demand for skilled workers across New Zealand with the engineering, manufacturing and heating ventilation and air-conditioning industries crying out for more apprentices. Industry training organisation Competenz’s chief executive Fiona Kingsford said that while the building and construction sector will always experience high demand for qualified chippies, sparkies and plumbers, there are still major skill shortages facing New Zealand businesses. “The current housing crisis has led the public to mostly focus on the opportunities in the building and construction sectors. But there is a real and genuine demand from all trades for skilled people.”
“An average of 10,500 jobs will need to be filled in the manufacturing sector each year for the next four years and people with engineering fabrication skills will also be in high demand,” Fiona said. Employment in the engineering sector grew by 7.7 percent between 2011 and 2016 and it is anticipated in the next five years, there will be an average of 600 jobs needing to be filled each year. Helping to raise awareness of careers in New Zealand’s trades and services is the third annual “Got A Trade? Got It Made!” campaign running from today to August 27. The campaign aims to show all young people and their parents, teachers and careers advisors the benefits of “earn while you learn” as a pathway to great jobs and successful careers. Find out more at www.competenz.org.nz
N O T I C E B O A R D Meeting Schedule for September 2017 The following meetings will be held, during September 2017: Infrastructure Committee – Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 7 September 2017 at 10.00am. Wanaka Community Board – Fire Station Meeting Room, 11 Ballantyne Road, Wanaka.. Thursday 14 September 2017 at 10.00am. Resource Consent Hearing (Crown Range Holdings Ltd RM161179) – Crowne Plaza Hotel (Level 3), Beach Street, Queenstown. Friday 15 September 2017 at 10.00am. Resource Consent Hearing (P M King RM150512) – Peak Functions, 181/185 Upton Street, Wanaka. Tuesday 19 September 2017 at 10.30am. Community & Services Committee - Council Chambers, 10 Gorge Road, Queenstown. Thursday 21 September 2017 at 10.00am. Resource Consent Hearing (M Ayre RM161286) – Armstrong Room, Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka. Monday 25 September 2017 at 10.00am. Resource Consent Hearing (J&V Urquhart & Checketts McKay Trustees Ltd RM170055) – Armstrong Room, Lake Wanaka Centre, Wanaka. Tuesday 26 September 2017 at 10.30am.
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A Year Nine student at Mount Aspiring College is rallying the school together to raise funds for this year’s Daffodil Day on Friday, August 25. Thirteen-year-old Meg Thomas has planned a series of fundraising ventures for the Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day, including a bake sale and a yellow-themed mufti day.Meg has also organised all of the school’s Year Seven and Eight students to make daffodils, which they’ll create a garden with in the school’s quad area. “One in three people are affected by cancer, and through doing this I’ve found that a lot of people know someone directly who has been affected
by cancer, or friends, or friends of friends,” Meg said. “We provided all the supplies for people to make their own daffodils and if they know someone who has been affected by cancer they can put the person’s name on their daffodil as a dedication. It’s not just about raising money but also about raising awareness as a school.” CEO of Otago Southland Cancer Society, Dr Rachael Hart, said that Meg’s efforts had enthused and inspired everyone within the organisation. “Cancer affects people of all ages and walks of life. It is exciting to see the energy of young people like Meg, and their passion for supporting people with cancer in their communities,” Dr Hart said.
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Bown, Jodi Yelland, James Brewer, Paolo Cogrossi, Ruth Brown, Natalie Decaro, Margrethe Helles, Maureen Kernick, Richard Sharp, Laura Sharp and Tobias Wadeson are pictured with Mayor Jim Boult and the rest of the district’s newly appointed citizens.
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Morgan said. Morgan added that Wanaka had the highest number of electric cars per capita in New Zealand at 18. Visitors also heard from Professor Henrik Moller, creator of citizen science program FLIPtheFLEET. org which aims to increase the uptake of electric vehicles in New Zealand. “The professor was able to explain the economics of owning an electric vehicle based on the collective data of almost 300 electric vehicle owners,” Morgan said. “It was fascinating to learn that for every litre of fuel, only point four of a cent goes towards climate change mitigation, while every litre of fuel burnt is the equivalent of burning 100 plastic bags,” Morgan said. Pictured: Some of Wanaka’s electric vehicle owners with the club’s Nissan Leafs, from the Generation 1 (2011) to the Generation 3 (2016).
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Bed tax or rate contribution
I’ve been thinking a bit lately about the bed tax the QLDC wants to see levied against visitor arrivals in NZ. They would like to use the monies raised to help fund infrastructure in the area. I remember the same issue being raised in 1985 and the government’s reluctance to bring it in then. Instead, the QLDC brought in capital value rating which meant those who accommodated visitors on an overnight basis were rated on a formula which multiplied the capital value of the property which accommodated them. This is still used today, but it is only used on hotels and motels. There are a lot more businesses accommodating visitors on an overnight basis. I for one can see B&Bs, homestays, farmstays, lodges, backpackers and AirBnBs who could be gathered into the net and made to contribute. The fact that they aren’t has me scratching my head, so I went searching for answers. I found them in the Rating Act. This Act says that “those who provide the same or similar services to the public must be rated the same.” It seems the QLDC has its head plunged firmly in the sand. All the businesses named above provide accommodation for the travelling public on an overnight basis - then why doesn’t the council rate them the same as hotels and motels thus having money to spend on infrastructure? One of the things that being included in the accommodation industry triggers is the Building Act. This requires that anyone accommodated in a building being used in that way must make sure the person or persons are protected by a firecell. That means a bedroom/ensuite set aside for them, must have a fire rating, usually fire-gibbed with a fire-rated door. I personally don’t see anyone disadvantaged by being kept safe. This would apply of course to everyone listed above, right down to AirBnBs. It seems that B&B’s and the like have tried to tell everyone that they come in under the net applying to boarders and lodgers. Sorry guys, but this Act is also very specific. It says that “you can have up to four people in your home as of right, any more you must inform the council and become a registered boarding house.” The real rub is in the definition of a boarder. They are “one or more people making a contribution towards the running of a household, or household unit on a weekly basis.” (Not overnight). Having over four means the council can then see that adequate facilities eg number of toilets can be seen to exist. Other things that the council should be looking at include commercially rated kitchens to provide cooked food. After all - we don’t want to see people sick over unhygienic food outlets. Liquor Licenses also must be applied for on an individual basis. Hopefully the Council will make the changes required and have money available to provide adequate infrastructure for everyone. AJ Chalmers.
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Our rates are based on land use and we introduced a mixed use rating category a number of years ago. This increases the rates for residential properties that are being partially used for short term accommodation such as Airbnb, holiday homes etc. Properties that fall into this category will see their rates charged at a mixed rate of 75 percent residential and 25 percent accommodation. This usually sees a rates increase of around 23-35 percent and this increase is used to fund the tourism levy and increased demand on infrastructure caused by visitors. The normal resident population of the whole Queenstown Lakes District is just 34,700 people. And there are just over 24,000 rateable properties to generate the revenue to pay for all the services that our community and our visitors require and expect. Last year, the district recorded close to four and a half million guest bed nights – this places a huge strain on our infrastructure and this needs to be funded somehow. We’re actively investigating a range of issues associated with short-term accommodation, visitor volumes and the associated impacts on affordable housing supply. Stewart Burns, QLDC Chief Financial Officer.
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Wanaka Pharmacy requires a Retail Manager to lead our small friendly team. We are a busy pharmacy, open seven days a week from 8am until late. You will need to be able to fit into this environment and be an effective manager by:
WHEELS TO DUNSTAN –free shuttle service to Dunstan Hospital or Alexandra specialist appointments, also linking with the St Johns Health Shuttle to Dunedin Hospital. For bookings please call Community Networks on 03 443 7799 before 3pm the day before.
• having exceptional selling skills and using these lead the team by example • able to prioritise high work volume. • being able to set goals and monitor performance of these goals, to get the best out of our team • maintaining exceptional store standards and driving retail promotions & events. • work with the owner in achieving the business’s goals • having good computer skills (ideally having a good understanding of LOTS)
JP SERVICES are available at Community Networks every Tuesday from 1pm and Friday from 10.30am. Please book your appointment by ringing Community Networks 03 443 7799. DO YOU NEED a helping hand to get through a tough time? Community Networks Wanaka is a good place to start. We have details of local social workers and counsellors. Talk to us:
EMPLOYMENT
Phone: 03 443 8000 Top of Helwick Street, Wanaka
Pharmacy Retail Sales role We are looking for sales superstar to join our team. Previous pharmacy or beauty industry experience would be ideal but not essential. Enthusiasm, good product knowledge, the ability to sell and a willingness to learn are absolute necessities.
Both roles are permanent positions. Hours by negotiation. To apply for either of these roles email your CV and a covering letter to: Nikki Heath email: nikki@pembroke.co.nz
Applications close 27 August 2017
Wanted
Machine Operators with WTR for project in Wanaka to operate excavator, dump truck, roller, water cart.
Phone Karen: 022 3033 723 Or email: karen@wilsoncontractors.co.nz
Activities Coordinator
Aspiring Lifestyle Retirement Village Permanent Part Time Position – 15 to 20 Hours per Week
Aspiring Lifestyle Retirement Village is seeking an Activities Coordinator to work 15 to 20 hours per week, plus the ability to work extra hours as required.
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Aspiring Lifestyle Retirement Village
Two positions available – 30 to 40 hours per week from 4th September to 4th May 2018. Hours may be flexible. Based in Wanaka, this role will suit an energetic person who enjoys the outdoors, gardening and is comfortable working with older people. Mandatory requirements: • Gardening experience and plant knowledge • Experience with irrigation and chemical handling may be an advantage • Good communication skills • Ability to work in a team environment • New Zealand residency • Clean Driver’s Licence and no criminal convictions Please send your CV to chris@aspiringvillage.co.nz by Friday 25th August 2017.
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Based in Wanaka, this role will suit an energetic person who has a creative flair and has a passion for working with older people. This role includes creating a monthly newsletter for village residents and coordinating our busy calendar of activities and events. Mandatory requirements: • Excellent PC, Publisher and Microsoft Office skills • Administration Experience • Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal • Enthusiastic and creative • New Zealand residency • Clean Driver’s Licence and no criminal convictions Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV by Friday 8th September 2017 to: Leanne Taylor, Village Manager, Aspiring Lifestyle Retirement Village. Email: leanne@aspiringvillage.co.nz
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ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT New Zealand Cherry Corp. is a fully integrated cherry business with orchards and a packhouse based in Cromwell. We are growers, pickers, packers, and marketers, and we export our fruit to Asia. We are seeking someone with strong business and accounting experience. The position is based in Wanaka. Reporting to the Finance Manager tasks will include: • Debtor and creditor processing. • Managing bank and general ledger reconciliations, and assisting in cash management. • Providing support, accounting and analysis across the businesses. • Preparation of monthly accounts and management reporting, including maintaining the fixed asset register. • Assisting with preparation of statutory accounts, and filing of monthly GST returns. • Assisting with Payroll may be required from time to time The successful applicant will be flexible, hardworking, have excellent communication skills, be a team player and be motivated to work independently. Excellent computer skills are essential and experience with accounting systems, in particular MYOB Advanced, would be useful. To apply, please email your covering letter & CV by 28 August 2017 to shane@nzcherrycorp.com
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Spring has sprung with these two little cuties hanging out with their mum in the gorgeous Wanaka sunshine this week.
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Feci Manny competes at the Banked Slalom competition at Cardrona on the weekend.
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WANAKA STADIUM Bowls – week ending 20 August. Monday Evening Edgewater Trophy 1 R Muir C Kiewiet A Turnbull 2 T Scurr Ken Mitchell C Scurr 3 T Malcolm R Hurley I Urquhart. Tuesday Morning 2x4x2 1 G Russell Kathryn Mitchell 2 M Campbell G Campbell 3 A Coupe M Hay. Tuesday Afternoon 2x4x2 1 Gilda Cameron M Hardy 2 J Maddison Kathryn Mitchell 3 L Hardy B Thorburn. Tuesday Evening Trades. Section 1 1 J Parrant J Limmer S Pinfold 2 R Bruce R Hay C Carr 3 M Prince M Gould P Cooper Section 2 1 L Hughes J Oakes D Minson 2 I Hodges R Marshall N Walker 3 B Mowat S Grant N Guise. Wednesday Triples 1 R Morrish D Paterson P Gray 2 D Studholme Gilda Cameron J Smith 3 M Mayen N Mayen P Shore Friday Progressive Skips 1 G Cross 2 T Tovey 3 G Russell Thirds 1 N Matheson 2 R Chartres 3 P Traynor Leads 1 R Hannon 2 D McLeay 3 T Tattersfield SATURDAY STUDHOLME Memorial 1 Hawea 1 2 Hawea 2 3 Beacon Point 4 Meadowstone 5 Mt Albert 6 Rippon West Meadows 7 Pembroke Heights 8 Village Village V Town. Village won %.by 6 points – 99 to 93 1 J Rich M Smyth L Jarvie 2 D Guy B Kane B McCormack 3 D Ollerenshaw N Mayen J Bryant.
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LAKE HAWEA Golf Club Sunday August 20.Competition –Stableford 1st Hamish Watt 41, 2nd Dennis Costello 38, 3rd Bryan Burgess 37, 4th Greg Baddock 35, 5th Grant Newall 34, 6th Geoff Blakely 34, 7th Steve Smith 34, Ladies – Kelly McKenzie 36, Closest to Pin No.1 & 10 (Men) Red Stevenson, Closest to Pin No.5 & 14 (Men) Dennis Costello. WANAKA BRIDGE Results (Tues) 1st Blair & Ruth Coghill 63.75%. 2nd equal Peter Hart, Eddie Lowe/Sue Blake Annie Hudson 52.50%. (Wed) N/S 1st Jeanette Gillies, Maureen Hawke 65.73%. 2nd Betty Swift, Robin Bruce-Smith 56.99%. 3rd Pauline Davidson, Annie Hudson 53.85%. E/W 1st Belinda Blaxland, Alan Bunn 58%. 2nd Ruth Coghill, Peter Hart 55%. 3rd Denise Bunn, John Hogg 52.78%. (Fri) N/S 1st Kate Coe, Tommie Munns 61.70%. 2nd Morag & Alan Chisholm 61.38%. 3rd Sherril Harries, Maggie Stratford 57.85%. E/W 1st Ruth & Mary Allison 58.33%. 2nd Dorothy McDonald, Jenny Pryde 57.21% Joan & Ross Moon 56.41%. (Mon) N/S 1st Gerarda Herlihy, Deirdre Lynch 60.21%. 2nd Sherril Harries, Maggie Stratford 59.38%. 3rd Liz Hawker, Heather Wellman 55%. E/W 1st Ken Saxby, Martin Unwin 64.32%. 2nd Murray Pryde, Ken Roberts 60.68% 3rd Errol Kelly, Ian McDonald 55.23
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The Upper Clutha Kwik Sticks’ season ended with a 2-1 loss to Alexandra Thunder to finish a creditable fourth. Early injuries to Thomas Benson and Sam Porter took their toll, but the team battled on to nearly pull off a draw in a gutsy last performance. Amelia Mitchell, the ever reliable Ferg Perriam and Caitlin Curtis were deserved players of the day. At the end of season awards the team’s most valuable player was goalie Niall Alexander, who was incredible in his first season with the pads and one of the main reasons why the team did so well. Thomas Benson was the leading goal scorer with 14 goals and Zoe Eckhoff was the most improved player. With the majority of players remaining in this grade next year, the team’s prospects are looking rosy. Upper Clutha's (UC) Senior Reserve A team (pictured) ended the season with a 1-1 draw against Cromwell to take third place in the league. Both teams played with high intensity with UC dominating however, with one exception, UC were unable to get its numerous shots on goal across the
line. Briar Hight scored from a Mel Telford cross, which was set up by superb passing up the field, a truly great team goal. With the club hockey season at an end most of the players will soon take part in the secondary school tournament in Ashburton. This will see the team compete against the teams that took out first and second spot in the league. We wish them all the best. Our women’s team suffered a disappointing 1-0 loss to their nemesis, Alexandra, in the final. Having finished the round robin unbeaten, including two games against Alexandra, UC had high hopes of beating Alexandra one more time and securing the cup after many years of trying. However, it was not to be. While both teams put on an exhilarating display of fast, furious and fearless hockey Alexandra, dressed in hot pink, rose to the occasion. They intercepted passes, tackled with dexterity and shut down UC’s attacking efforts and were justly rewarded with the winning goal. The silverware eluded our women yet again but they will battle on undeterred next season.
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Three talented Mount Aspiring College netballers have been selected for this year’s Netball South Performance Player Programme. Netball South has been running Talent ID Days and Performance Player Programmes, designed for up-and-coming talented Otago/Southland players, for the past three years. Eligible players attend the Talent ID day to complete fitness testing, skill sessions and game play assessments and, if successful, are selected to take part in one of three levels. This year Crowe Horwath’s Mount Aspiring A netball team player Caitlin Gibson has been selected for Level Three (under 19s), while Samantha Garrick and Grace Lee have been selected for Level Two (under 17s). Team coach Louise Carnie said the selections were well deserved on the back of the team’s best ever performance at the Otago Secondary Schools Championships in June, taking them to the South Island Secondary Schools Championships next month. Louise also recently attended the Performance Coach Programme, which included sessions from Netball New Zealand’s coach development representatives and mentoring from experts in the netball and fitness community. “It was a great opportunity to bring some knowledge back to our centre,” Louise said. Pictured (l-r): Grace Lee, Caitlin Gibson and Samantha Garrick.
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The countdown to the 2017 Audi Quattro Winter Games NZ is almost over. The event will see up to 1000 athlete compete across 18 disciplines and begins this Friday (August 25) with the 3pm opening ceremony at Coronet Peak. The first Wanaka-based competition is the FIS Freeski World Cup Slopestyle qualifying on Saturday (August 26) at Cardrona, which will also play host to the closing ceremony on September 9. There are several Kiwi hopes at this year’s games, including 15-year-old Alice Robinson, who recently won the 2017 New Zealand giant slalom and slalom titles. Piera Hudson, the 2016 NZ overall national champion and winner of the 2016 Australia New
Zealand (ANC) Continental Cup Super-G Series in 2016 will also appear, as will 2017 national giant slalom title holder Willis Feasey and Adam Barwood, winner of this year’s national slalom title. The games also look set to gain international attention, with news crews from the USA, Australia, Spain and South Korea in attendance. Live coverage and highlights will also be broadcast here in New Zealand on TV One and TVNZ Duke. Around 400 volunteers will help ensure things run smoothly and Winter Games CEO Arthur Klap is hopeful that the event will again put more than $7 million into the local community. All on-mountain events are free to watch, though fans will need to buy a lift pass if they want to ski or snowboard. More information on the event and all the competitions is available at www.wintergamesnz.kiwi.
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After winning two national titles at the NZ Athletics Cross Country Champs in Auckland recently, Sammy Burke has won the Under-20 Division at the Australian Secondary School National Cross Country Championships held in Hobart, Tasmania. The Kiwis took out the top two positions with fellow Kiwi Bridie Edwards taking silver in the same event. Sammy was part of a 24-member team representing New Zealand Secondary Schools. Coach and mum Val Burke said, “In the first three kilometre lap of her six kilometre race she stayed in the lead pack of five runners. Putting on the pace in lap two she broke away with Bridie Edwards (also from New Zealand) and the two of them pushed each other to the final sprint where Sammy outsprinted her. The next day, Sammy’s team finished second
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in the relays, ensuring the New Zealand team had its best results to date.” Sammy is pictured competing in the National Championships in December.
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More than 100 dogs were racing their way down Snow Farm’s trails again over the weekend (August 17 to 19) at Wanaka’s annual sled dog race. The event drew six new competitors from across New Zealand, and one Australian, to join more than 30 entrants and their dogs across a range of six-dog, four-dog, three-dog, twodog and single-dog skijor categories. Organiser, Sarah Campbell, said that despite some testing conditions, which resulted in the cancellation of the first day’s racing, everyone had a great time. “On the Thursday it was raining like I’d never seen it rain up there before. Then the next day there was some really trying conditions for the mushers
and the dogs. Limited visibility and snow made it challenging but everyone enjoyed it and were really thrilled with how they did themselves and how their dogs did in the weather,” Sarah said. Sarah added that the final day of racing compensated for the poor weather of the previous two days. “The last day was beautifully clear, you could see for miles. Everything ran smoothly, all entrants commented on the great trails, how beautiful it was and what a great event it was.” Sarah added that they had seen a great range of entrants in this year’s race, held by the Southern Regions Sled Dog Club, with a mixture of novices, juniors and experienced competitors. Pictured: Wanaka’s Kim Wilson competing with six dogs.
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Plans for a rebuild of Upper Clutha Rugby’s club rooms have been finalised, with the club hoping to start construction this time next year, if funding can be secured. The club, which has so far raised $220,000 of the building cost, will now apply for the remainder of the funding from the Central Lakes Trust (CLT), Otago Community Trust and the Lotteries Community Facilities Fund. Pre-project coordinator Mike O’Connor said the club was almost ready to make an application to the CLT, which had been encouraging and supportive of the club’s proposal. “These club rooms have been around for a while and have become an icon in Wanaka. It’s the only place where you have sports fields with good facilities and we make those available to other sports groups and community groups as well,” Mike said.
“When we have this new building, it will be available to all the Upper Clutha area. It’s a community building and we look forward to seeing it being used for a wide variety of events.” The plans include an extension to each side of the existing building, adding 204 square metres to the floor area, including two new changing rooms to cater for its growing number of more than 200 junior players. “The junior club is where the numbers are coming from and we’re looking forward to having a place where families can come to,” Mike said. The club has spoken with the Wanaka Community Board, the Upper Clutha A&P Society and Queenstown Lakes District Council about the project, which is a scaled-down version of a $1.5million two-storey development proposed by the club in 2012. Pictured: Profile poles outside of the ruby club rooms show the proposed footprint of the new building.
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