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Produced for the community, by the community Woodend School Pg 10 • Pegasus News Snippetts Pg 18 • Letters to the Editor Pg 23 • Community Notices Pg 27
St John Annual Appeal 4-10 April Be seen for Team Green St John ambulance officers will be fundraising from 4-10 April for the important equipment, ambulances and medical supplies they need to keep saving lives in the community. The North Canterbury Area Committees need to fundraise $6000 per day in order to provide the various products and services that St John offer. These include emergency ambulance cover, medical alarms, first aid training, youth programmes, caring caller and health shuttles.
DID YOU KNOW: • St John attended 4296 incidents in the North Canterbury Area in the past 12 months. • A fully equipped ambulance costs $211,000. • St John trains over 60,000 people in First Aid each year. • St John installs 2000 medical alarms each year.
Over 400,000 New Zealanders will call St John for help this year because they are very sick or injured. Donations made during their Annual Appeal will help St John respond to these calls faster and with the best equipment possible. The annual appeal will involve a number of street collections at various locations throughout the district, as well as public displays at the Rangiora and Amberley Libraries, Health 2000 and ASB Rangiora.
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Woodend Community Association
REPORT FOR MARCH 2016
REPRESENTATION REVIEW For those who were unaware of this review and what it meant for us, here is a very simple précis. The Waimakariri District Council undertook a review of local representation in the District. The outcome of this, after advertising for feedback, was the decision to change the number of Community Boards and the areas to be represented by them. There was very little response to the request for comment and this was possibly due to a certain amount of ambiguity of the proposal put forward and the request for response. This was not necessarily a deliberate action, but brought about by time restraints and the need for action. The meat of the matter, and what was discussed by the Community Assoc. was the make up of the zones. i.e. Linking Woodend/Pegasus/Ashley communities with Kaiapoi in an enlarged Eastern zone. It was the general feeling of the Committee, supported by the Pegasus Residents Group, that this arrangement would not serve our Communities well and we made a submission to the Local Government Commission expressing our concerns and asked to be heard on the matter. We were granted this request and represented our appeal to the Commission on the 9th. of this month. The Pegasus Residents Group also presented at the hearing. Without going into a lot of detail, the main objection came down to the interpretation of Communities of Interest. Some of the parameters advanced from the review, the Council undertook, were fairly board and somewhat nefarious, but no doubt considered in good faith. Some examples of this were the Coastal Links, Roading net Page 4 THE WOODPECKER APRIL 2016
works, School Zones etc. So apart from registering our dissent regarding the process of the Representation Review it came down to the interpretation of Communities of Interest. Our feelings were that we had little in common with Kaiapoi (No Ill Will) and that issues facing them and others impacting us were too diverse and shared little in common. It was also the felt that because of this divergence of interest, the interests of the Ashley/Woodend/Pegasus could become compromised. The result of our appeal is now in the lap of the Commission WALKWAY/CYCLEWAY PROJECT TO WOODEND BEACH Those of you who have ventured down to the Beach will have observed the progress made to date on stage two of our project. What is missing from this stage is the negotiation over/around the sand dunes, just east of the Sandhill Road junction, and around the “S” bends further east. It has been decided, after discussion and input from Council, that the most suitable solution was the employment of Gabion Basket retaining which would allow the pathway to be located at road level. The implication of this has of course meant the need for further fund raising. Some applications have been made to various sources which we hope will be realised, along with other fundraising activities proposed. The other problem area, which we hope has been resolved, has to do with tree growth intruding into the pathways alignment at the “S” bends. The continuation of Stage Two, which was to be around the bends has halted short of the area until a resolve of the tree intrusion is made. Report continues on page 13 >>>
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Woodend Combined Probus Club
Since it was our AGM last month we did not arrange Speakers. Instead, following a delicious afternoon tea, supplied by our members, we were well entertained by Mike and Ian of the “Northbrook Nostalgia” music group. With Mike on violin and Ian on the accordion, and with the aid of distributed song sheets we all tripped down memory lane to such favourites as “Pack Up Your Troubles” and “Daisy, Daisy”. This proved to be a very relaxing way to end an AGM!
Our regular day outing was to the 3.5 hectare Broadfields Garden near Springston. The day was lovely and we all enjoyed the beautiful gardens, sculptures and other items of interest. Lunch was at the Springston Hotel where all 48 of us had an excellent meal before returning to Woodend. On an overcast day in early March 37
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of us, including members from other Probus Clubs, headed North for a six day coach tour to Blenheim/Nelson. The trip was superbly organised for us by our Activities Officer Peter Erwood. Lunch at the Cellar View restaurant near Kaikoura set the standard for the wonderful meals we enjoyed for the rest of the trip! In Blenheim we had a guided tour of the WW I aircraft exhibition at Omaka, followed by a visit to the Makana Confections chocolate shop for viewing and tasting! We travelled to Nelson via Picton and the wonderfully scenic Road to Havelock, skilfully negotiated by our driver Rob. Highlights of our stay in Nelson included visits to the Founders Heritage Park, the World of Wearable Art, Högland Glass, Seifried Estate Winery (for wine tasting and an excellent lunch) and the Icon Gallery and Sculpture Park. Throughout the trip we were lucky to have good weather and the Fun, Fellowship and Friendship we all enjoyed could not have been more evident. Our March coffee morning was held at Artisans Rangiora where club members again enjoyed good coffee, pastries and yarns!
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are thinking about this. Rob Boyd our Chairperson is available on 312 2927 if you would like more information.
ROAD SAFETY A huge thank you to the fine people of Woodend who are working with us to improve safety for all by • using the Kea crossing points on School Road and the Main North Road • staying with cars parked on the Woodend/Rangiora Road drop off point • parking away from the western side (opposite the carpark) of Woodend Rangiora Road • observing speed limits around school Just to let you know that the NZ police, our staff and our student leaders are very concerned that over 200 speeding tickets (mostly to people who don’t live in Woodend) have been issued recently on Rangiora Woodend Road. Our student leaders are gathering up more data and information about traffic speeds, vehicle types and volumes before undertaking some innovative educational initiatives. We will up date you all via the Woodpecker as we/they progress. BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTIONS We are getting prepared for the upcoming 2016 board of trustee elections. We are looking for trustees to stand for election and would love to hear from you if you
What is a School Board of Trustees? School boards are responsible for the school’s performance and ensuring that all legal requirements are met. The board - is accountable for student achievement - sets the vision for the school - ensures the school complies with legal and policy requirements. What skills do trustees need? Trustees are active leaders in their school and need to work well in a team, ask challenging questions and have good communication skills. Boards need a balance of skills and experiences to ensure effective processes for planning, monitoring, reporting and reviewing the school’s performance are in place. We have available at school some booklets “A Parents’ Guide to the role of the board of trustees” and more information is available on http://www.trustee-election.co.nz/ becoming-a trustee SCHOOL CARETAKER Lindsay Hartley our long time Caretaker retired from his role as Caretaker/ Property Manager before Easter. Lindsay had been with us for thirteen years as a dedicated caretaker who connected so well with our students, staff and parents. We are going to miss him so much. On behalf of the school we wish him the very best in his retirement !! On his last day students dressed up as Mr Hartley and held a special assembly and bell ringing assembly to thank and farewell him.
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<<< WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION report from page 4
FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES. QUIZ NIGHT This has been arranged to be held on the 20th June at 6.45pm at Monteiths Bar/Grill in Rangiora. Tickets are $10.00 per person and teams made up of 6 persons. There are to be other activities on the night. (See Poster for the event for information). We would appreciate your support of this event, which proved to be a fun night when held last year. For more information or to register your interest in supporting the event. Contact Kirstyn at kirstynbarnett@gmail.com (03)312 5150 or 021 312230 PINE CONE COLLECTION AND SALE We are hoping to collect and sell Pine Cones in the Community Centre car park on Sunday the 20th April with the collecting of cones down at Woodend Beach the weekend preceding (10th April, at 10am start.) Any persons willing to help with this endeavour can contact John Archer on (027 433 2558 or at jjarcher@ clear.net.nz) to register their support. As mentioned in our last report in the Woodpecker, fundraising for the walkway is our main priority so we can keep on with the completion of the trail. The Community Association are looking for fund raising events to help us realise the completion of the project and if there are any suggestions/ideas that anyone can come up with please contact John Archer at jjarcher@clear.net.nz or 027 433 2558 to discuss. (NB The email for John is not as shown on the last report, at this stage). NEW VETERINARY CLINIC. PAWS It was nice to be introduced to Nick, our local Vet, at an earlier meeting this year. Having now set up, Nick offers the residents of Woodend/Pegasus with a
caring and professional service. The writer can confirm this through a personal dealing with a very ill dog. Phoned regularly to inform on progress with his health and recovery. COFFEE GROUP A reminder our coffee group at The Grub Hub cafe is on every 2nd Tuesday of the month â&#x20AC;&#x201C; next dates, 12th April 10th May. Everyone welcome especially anyone new to the Woodend area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are a friendly bunch, come along and invite your neighbours. MEMBERSHIP We welcome new members to join the Association in either an active or a passive support. The small membership fee of $5.00 per household is a small financial commitment. This support provides us with funds to represent Community concerns to the relevant authority and promote events for the social well being of Woodend. Contact one of the people listed below if you would like to join. President John Archer 18 Sandhill Road RD 1 Kaiapoi 7691 Phone: (027)433 2558 Email: jjarcher@clear.net.nz Secretary Jacqui Miller 20 Woodglen Drive Woodend 7610 Phone:(027)6377927 Email: jacquiandsam@smfilms.com Treasurer Pam Smith 5 Stopforth Street Woodend 7610 Ph. (021)158 5941 Email: peachy819@gmail.com THE WOODPECKER APRIL 2016
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Filipino community evening The Rangiora Library will host a Filipino migrants’ night on Saturday 9 April to provide the district’s steadily increasing Filipino population with information and advice about free services available from Waimakariri Libraries, the Council, Citizens Advice Bureau and Immigration New Zealand. The Library is working closely with the president of Alpha Phi Omega South Island Alumni Association, a Filipino based international leadership development organisation, Roberto ‘Bob’ Bolanos who recognises the value of the migrants’ night in bringing Filipinos together, particularly those who are new to the community. “Our hope is that by creating events that bring people together we will be able to provide them with the information that will help them navigate their new life and integrate into the communities in which they live”, he says. The Filipino community in the Waimakariri District has been growing steadily over recent years. The ‘Pinoys’ – a colloquial term used to describe people of Filipino descent - are working across a wide range of industries including dairy farming,
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health care, construction, IT and food and beverage, and can experience significant stresses in adjusting and adapting to language, local customs and behaviours and even seasonal changes. Filipino values are strongly based on close family and community ties with a focus on preserving social harmony and acceptance within a group. Bob Bolanos says that almost every important event in Filipino life involves food. ‘Magkita tayo’ - Let’s meet, ‘Mag salu-salo tayo’ - Let’s share a meal and ‘Mag usap tayo’ - Let’s talk, are central tenets to the Filipino way of life, and this is the base on which the Filipino community night at the Rangiora Library is structured. The organisers hope that, by initiating first contact, ‘Pinoys’ will get to know each other and begin to work together in the gathering of information and support from the organisations that already exist to provide it. The organisers have set up a Facebook page (Waimakariri Filipino Community Group) for those who want to find out more or register for the Filipino community night.
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Woodend Playcentre celebrated Easter with great excitement from the children. Of course there was the obligatory egg hunt which was very well received by the little ones, as well as the wonderful crafts utilising the children’s imagination and creativity with colour, paint, shapes, coloured & textured paper, and using the light to shine through their creations.
The Fish n Chip night was a great success. It was a great chance to catch up with families we don’t normally meet due to attending alternative days. The children certainly devoured as many chips as they could, I’m not sure there were many left at the end of the evening!! We also had the scooters and ride on toys out so the circuit got a good workout. The holidays are almost upon us so a good break away will get everyone rejuvenated with wonderful new ideas and energy. Playcentre finishes Friday 15 April and restarts Monday 2nd May. On a slightly separate note, Woodend Playcentre is fundraising for new equipment thus selling the 2016/ 2017 Entertainment Book and it’s OUT NOW with earlybird offers worth over $150.00!!! For those that don’t know, the offers
include discounts 50% off, 2 for 1, buy one get one free in up to 33 places locally including: Five Stags Restaurant Rangiora, Capones Rangiora, Winnie Bagoes, Flat White Pegasus, Wee Dram Farm Park, Pink Sugar Oxford (ideal for Mothers Day afternoon tea?)...the list even includes Hanmer Springs, Kaikoura, Nelson, Christchurch... Why wouldn’t you hee hee As well as the Book, it is also an App which is fantastic as all the offers just download straight to your phone (2 devices straight away, up to 4 total). Want to know which offers are available when out and about? Search by suburb and they all come up ready for you to use. To order please visit this website: https://www.entertainmentbook.co.nz/ orderbooks/134y532, please feel free to give me a call, Claire 022 122 0452, to order as well. Thank you for your supporting Woodend Playcentre. Whanau tupu ngatahi - families growing together. Woodend Playcentre, School Rd, Woodend (behind the Community Centre) Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9:15am-12:15pm Contact: Claire 022 122 0452, Kim 027 717 8754 or Lee 021 999 077
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Pegasus Residents Group Inc.
News Snippets
PRGI Membership – THANK YOU!!
WHAT’S PRGI UP TO?
We’ve had a great response to our flyer drop with many membership renewals and new members. Thanks to all our supporters for the kind feedback and donations. Many of you have chosen to give an extra donation and this has been most gratefully received. We truly appreciate it. Also, we have been pleasantly surprised by the amount of people offering to assist at future events; that’s just awesome and further proof of the excellent community we live in!
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Notice of Annual General Meeting The Pegasus Resident’s Group Annual General Meeting is to be held on Tuesday 10 May, 2016 commencing at 7.00pm. The AGM will be followed by a presentation from NZTA on the new roading corridors from North Canterbury to Christchurch. A light supper will also be provided. All welcome.
• Ten members of the Community Watch team attended a police training session on 21 March and found it very beneficial. The team are working more closely with police with some successful outcomes achieved over recent weeks. Our huge thanks to all these community-minded volunteers who are keeping a watchful eye on our town If you see something suspicious, please contact the police. PEGASUS - LIVING IT - LOVING IT
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Waimakariri Representation Review Hearing - on 9 March both the Woodend Community Association and the Pegasus Residents’ Group appeared before the Local Government Commission to outline our objections to the Representation Review result. It was an interesting process and we felt we got a fair hearing. After the hearing, we felt the decision could easily go either way. A decision is due out no later than 10 April, so we will let you all know what happens.
BINGO NIGHT WITH ETHEL AND BETHEL Saturday 18 June – Flat White Café. 7.30 start - Tickets $15 Get your friends together for a fun packed hilarious evening!! More details to come • pegasusresidentsgroup.com Page 18
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Woodend Bowling Club
A reminder that CLOSING DAY will be April 9th 1.30 pm roll up. Please wear whites. Presentation of trophies will take place too. Our 1st / 2nd year player winner; Angela Walker is through to the semi finals in the champion of championships with the finals to be played next month so congratulations to Angela for getting this far and best wishes for the finals too. Our thanks go to the members who have put their hours in doing the gardens and the surrounds it is all looking very colourful and tidy at the moment. Mens Championship results Colts; J.Dzenis. Juniors; G.Adams. Open Singles; I.Dickison. Pairs; M.Carpenter (skip), S.Jenkins (lead).
Triples; I.Dickison (skip), S.Amer (second), J.Dzenis (lead). Fours; M.Carpenter (skip), A.Pegley (third), H.Eder (second), P.Nichol (lead). Durie Button; I.Dickison Presidents triples; K.Howie (skip), A.Pegley (second), J. McLaughlin (lead). Mixed fours; J.McCormick (skip), K. Harrison (third), H.Power (second), G.Adams (lead). Gipeswic Pairs; M.Carpenter (skip), L.Carpenter (lead). WAIKUKU BOXING TOURNAMENT 30th April 1pm & 7pm, Kaiapoi Club. Featuring Canterbury v Queensland and top amateur boxers from Canterbury and the South Island competing.
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- Do you suffer from low, middle or upper back pain or stiffness? - Frozen shoulder or arm pain, including Carpal Tunnel syndrome (pain, numbness or tingling in hands and fingers)? - Headaches, migraines, dizziness - Thigh, hamstring or knee pain - Sciatica, pain in groin, hip or buttocks? - Lymph and circulatory problems - Joint injuries and restriction - Fibromyalgia - RSI - Arthritic symptoms ISBT - Bowen Therapy is gentle yet powerful for treating a broad range of physical ailments. It uses a series of soft tissue moves performed over specific points on the muscles, tendons and ligaments. These moves initiate relaxation of the muscles, flexibility of the fascia, reducing nerve pressure and increasing circulation of blood, lymph and energy. Gentle, fast pain relief, long lasting, safe painless treatment of the whole body. ISBT-Bowen Therapist
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Woodend Garden Club
Our March meeting was held on Monday 21st 2016 at 1.30pm at the Woodend Community Centre.
Our Speaker was Stewart Wylie from Ministry of Primary Industries, Stewart was a very interesting Speaker and spoke BioSecurity, they work with Importers and to prevent unwanted diseases and pests from entering our country, he spoke about and showed slides of plants, food and forest products etc. His talk also included importing vehicles, animals, mail rooms and airports, Very interesting. Our Flower and Table Show results were as follows. Decorative, Easter Hat (Novice)1st Shirley Wheeler, Sheila Pinkham, 2nd B.Batchelor, Lynn Oliff, 3rd Jan Osborne. 1 Large Bloom; 1st B.Batchelor, 2nd Sheila Pinkham, 3rd Rae Miller. Small Bloom; 1st Tricia de Haan, 2nd S. Wheeler, 3rd Judy Stewart. 3 Assorted Dahlias in Vase; 1st Rae Miller, 2nd B.Batchelor, 3rd Lynn Oliff. 1 Fuschia Stem; 1st Judy Stewart, 2nd Rae Miller, 3rd Sheila Pinkham.
at 1.30pm. Speaker is Diana Madgin, Diana will be speaking on “The Story of Tea”. Woodend Garden Club Contacts is Rae Miller: 310 0202 (President).
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LETTERS to the Editor
NEWS from The Woodpecker
Dear Madam I write the following for your most informative and enjoyable Woodpecker magazine… “My oh my, what a ruckus there was in my home town of Pegasus recently! Toys flew out of cots; dummies were spat; roofs were hit; nighties were ripped and those who perceived themselves to be of the upper echelons were incandescent with it…RAGE. Planet Facebook turned dark purple with a seething mass of ill-informed, ne’er do wrong, venomous creatures wanting to take over the world – or at least the Woodpecker. There was, of course, a small group of those of us in the know who sat quietly amused and entertained throughout. ‘Harry’, you cheeky little chappy you. Keep up the good work. Yours most very sincerely Penny Swerth
DONATIONS The Woodpecker would like to thank the community groups and individuals who have recently made donations to ensure we continue to print this publication and supply copies to all corners of our community. DELIVERER REQUIRED This is a volunteer position which requires someone to deliver 73 copies of the Woodpecker into letterboxes on Rangiora/ Woodend Road, for more details, see page 26 of this issue. ADVERTISING CHARGES INCREASE Please note that as of the May 2016 issue the advertising rates are as follows: Full page $90.00 1/2 page $45.00 1/4 page $25.00 Classified: $5.00 or $10.00 NEXT ISSUE MAY - Deadline 28th April See page 27 of this issue for contact details.
YOU & your partner are invited TO DINNER WITH THE WOODEND LIONS CLUB
Come along and meet your local Club members
Join us for a dinner meeting
Wednesday 13th April - 6:30pm Woodend Lions Youth Centre, 38 Woodend/Rangiora Road
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CHURCH NOTICES Woodend Methodist Church 86 Main Road, Woodend. State Highway One. Rev. Philomeno Kinera Office (03) 313 3448, Home (03) 313 1912, Mob 021 521 118
The Woodend Methodist Church celebrated their Harvest Festival on the 20 March with an overwhelming response of donated non-perishable goods which have been sent to Fiji to help with the relief. Woodend are happy to extend their ministry to people beyond church walls. Our next movie afternoon will be on Wednesday 6 April at 1 p.m. sharp. The movie will be a musical. Any queries phone Ruth 3122094 or Evelyn 3127740. Free entry and a gold coin donation for the afternoon tea. The following month on 4 May will be a comedy.
We are holding a Fine China and Linen Sale on Saturday 30 April from 10 till 2 in the Church Hall. AVAILABLE FOR SALE – the two palm trees beside the church. Offers considered. To be moved at purchaser’s cost. Please phone the church office at trinity if you are interested. 313448. SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME – The Parish Worship and Education Committee is again organising a School Holiday programme for 7, 8, 9 and 10 year olds on 26, 27, 28 and 29 April 2016 at the Rangiora Trinity Methodist Church on King Street, Rangiora. If you have a talent you would like to share with 20 young folk, please contact Des on 313 7638. There is also a need for volunteers to help as support persons to the various presenters. Time slots required on the above days are 9 –11 a.m., 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 1 – 3 p.m.
Window cleaning Pest management Shower and glass restoration House washing / Water blasting Pieter Koekemoer Free Phone: 0508 776722 Phone: 021 040 7608 or 027 221 8078 Website: www.propcare.co.nz Email: pieter@propcare.co.nz www.facebook.com/propcareservices Page 24
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Please contact either Jean Bruce (313 0070) or Des Moore (313 7638) if you can help. We need your support. Thank you. Registrations are now being taken for children to attend the holiday programme. There is a limit of 20 places available. If you would like more information or a registration form, please contact Andrea in the church office by either phoning 313 3448 or emailing: rangioramethodist@ clear.net.nz.
CHURCH NOTICES Anglican Parish of Woodend-Pegasus St. Barnabas Church
A community of believers, serving the wider community in love Rev. Gerard Jacobs
Now the church roof has been replaced, the Presbyterian Support lunch meetings and Mainly Music have both resumed. A number of new families have joined Mainly Music in the last few weeks, in addition to those who have returned, and we have been delighted to welcome friends both old and new. The main focus this month of course has been on Lent and the season of Easter, with some thought-provoking sermons presented by our new vicar. It has been a pleasure to start getting to know him and his wife Rachel. On the 20th, Palm Sunday, we celebrated Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, beginning with a procession from the former Sunday School building in Main North Road to the
church. If you were out and about that morning, you would have seen us, carrying fern fronds and singing as we went. Since Jesus rode a donkey into Jerusalem that day, we were proudly led by our church donkey, Harriet, accompanied by her foal. Our thanks to the many drivers who slowed down and acknowledged what we were doing. The morning service on Good Friday was a far quieter, more contemplative one. As always, there was much to think about, as we remembered how Jesus’ willingly suffered and died for us all. Finally, we had a poignant and joyful Easter Sunday service, as we celebrated Jesus’ resurrection and the hope it gives for the future of every one of us. Thanks be to God!
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COMMUNITY NOTICES WOODPECKER DELIVERER REQUIRED RANGIORA/WOODEND RD This is a volunteer position and requires someone to deliver 73 copies of the Woodpecker into letterboxes on Rangiora/Woodend Road, once a month. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Tyree on 312 2256 if you can help. PEGASUS & WOODEND COMMUNITY DIRECTORY Listing over 130 local businesses, services and community groups. Now available from: Pegasus General Store Vege’n Out North Canterbury Stockfeed Just $2 or free at www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com
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FRIENDS GROUP Next meeting Wednesday 27 April, 12 noon, begins with shared ‘finger food’ lunch. This is a friendly social group of people who enjoy each others company. All welcome. St Barnabas Church Lounge, 147 Main Rd. Enquiries: Bev 312 7777 WOODEND CYCLE/WALKWAY PROJECT INVITE YOU TO A
QUIZ NIGHT
Mon 20 June 2016 at 6.45pm (7pm start), Monteiths Rangiora, Alfred St, Rangiora. $10 per person (teams of six people) Come early for Monteiths famous Pizza and Pint deal for $22, or their All Day Menu – no dishes! Support the Woodend to Woodend Beach Cycle Walkway project and have a great night out. Space is limited so book NOW! Contact Kirstyn kirstynbarnett@gmail.com OR Ph: (03) 312 5150 or 021 312230 ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VOLUNTEER Wellbeing North Canterbury Community Trust delivers a range of community based services for children, young people and families across the Waimakariri and Hurunui Districts. We have volunteer vacancies that need to be filled resulting from growth in our services. RANGIORA Volunteer - Receptionist KAIAPOI Volunteer - Community Pantry & Administration, Driver. This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to join a team of volunteers who want to contribute to the community, or wanting to up skill before returning to the workforce. Contact: Nicki Carter, Team Leader, Volunteers & Projects: kcs@wellbeingnc.org.nz, 03 327 8945.
COMMUNITY CONTACTS Woodend Volunteer Fire Brigade Chief Fire Officer, Murray Lamb
312 7487
Community Emergency Response Team Rick Cable. Email: rcable@clear.net.nz
312 2667
Woodend Play Centre Claire Cameron 022 122 0452 Woodend Toy Library Stephanie Email: toylibrarywoodend@gmail.com
312 2993
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Editor & Advertising Rebecca Harris Phone: 312 5458 Email: richardandrebecca@xtra.co.nz Drop Box: The Grub Hub, Main Rd, Woodend. NEXT ISSUE MAY 2016. Deadline 28/4
Woodend/Waikuku Plunket Clare Hewett 312 2640
Woodend Boys’ Club John Harris
Woodend Preschool/Nursery Sheryl Rule 312 7654 email woodendpreschool@xtra.co.nz website www.woodendpreschool.co.nz
St Barnabas Church, Woodend Anglican Parish of Woodend-Pegasus Vicar: Rev. Gerard Jacobs 027 858 9595 Hall Hire Bookings – Audrey 313 6034 Home Groups - Anne Graham 313 4457 Mainly Music – Keith Heyworth 03 745 9181 or email rurukid@gmail.com cell 027 688 5597
Acorn Early Childcare 03 312 2179 Email; jointhefun@acornearlychildcare.co.nz Website: www.acornearlychildcare.co.nz Nature’s Play Preschool -Pegasus 9434935 Email: pegasuspreschool@naturesplay.co.nz Website: www.naturesplay.co.nz Tuahiwi Community Pre-School
313 2141
Woodend Community Association Inc President, John Archer 0274 332 558 Secretary, Jacqui Miller 021 890 358 Pegasus Residents Group Inc Email: pegasus residentsgroup@gmail.com Website: www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com Woodend Lions Club President David Marks Youth Centre Co-ordinator, Lois Inch
03 352 1016 312 7732
Woodend Combined Probus Club President, Mike Benson Secretary, Rae Miller
03 327 9050 310 0202
Woodend Community Centre Advisory Group Chairperson, John Batistic 310 0654 Woodend Garden Club Helen Power, President June Bryson, Secretary
312 2414 313 3254
Gladstone Park Advisory Group Chairperson, Mark Paterson
312 7439
Woodend Ashley Ward Community Board Chairperson, Chris Prickett 310 7308 Deputy Chairperson, Karen Eastwood 027 600 794 Waikuku Beach Surf Life Saving Club Richard Marsom wbslsc@wbslsc.com Woodend Gymnastics Club Astrid Breach 310 0212
Woodend Methodist Church Minister, Rev. Philomeno Kinera Hall Bookings, Evelyn Woodend Bowling Club President, Mike Carpenter Secretary, Doreen Williams Woodend Indoor Bowling Club Helen Power Pat Woodend Netball Club Jenny Loffhagen, President Rachael Paterson, Secretary
313 7832
313 1912 312 7740 312 7463 (03) 327 9519 312 2414 312 2335 027 882 4605 312 7439
Woodend Golden Oldies Rugby & Netball President, Tony Hurley 312 7311 Woodend Rugby Club www.woodendrugby.co.nz President, Wendy Giles 021 355 336 Secretary, Karen Giles 021 126 7917 Senior Club Captain, Phil Kennett 027 717 2569 Junior Club Captain, Wendy Giles 021 355 336 Club Room Bookings, Karen Giles 021 126 7917 Woodend Cricket Club Bruce Davey
312 2413
Woodend Junior Cricket Amy Hallmark 021 127 6711 Woodend Tennis Club Jim Bucknell
313 9405
Woodend Country Music Club Robert Jongenburger (President) Glen Taylor (Vice-President)
312 7313 967 6832
Pegasus Woodend Women’s Institute Elaine 312 7963 Kathryn 03 327 6621 or 027 335 5771 THE WOODPECKER APRIL 2016
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