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CHURCH and COMMUNITY NOTICES FROM PAGE 33 Pegasus Community Centre Open Day Page 7 • Woodend Community Association AGM Page 10
Prior to the recent school holidays the Boys’ Club was out and about. They steamed the traction engine and most of the boys had a go at steering her round a set course. For all the boys it was the first time they had ‘driven’ a traction engine. Pictured above is Kyle Stevens at the controls. During the holidays there were two trips to Waiau. Pictured at the Lake Rebekkah Waterfall are left to right Rylee Fuller, Jack Farmer, Kyle Stevens, Simon Reid, Olly Shaw and Flynn Clarke. For more about what the Boys’ Club has been up to and History with Harry turn to page 26.
ANIMAL FEED & PET STORE Come and visit us and see the animals We have food for all types of animals such as: Cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, fish, birds, rats and mice and all other farmyard animals. We stock most leading brands of pet foods, such as
“For all your pet and animal feed and supplies” ***STOCKIST OF FROZEN PET FOODS*** North Canterbury Stockfeed Supplies Chinnery’s Road, Woodend Open Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm Saturday - 9am to 1pm 03 3100 444 Page 2
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The Woodpecker Community Trust Update The Woodpecker is published monthly by The Woodpecker Community Trust, a charitable trust. It is distributed free of charge to all residents of Woodend, Pegasus and Waikuku. Apart from the cost of printing, all other aspects of the production including editorial, administration and delivery are provided at no cost on a volunteer basis.
that date will reflect that fact. We thank the Woodend-Sefton Community Board for the recent financial contribution and also the Woodend Methodist Church for their donation.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Over the last couple of years the circulation of the Woodpecker has been extended to another 700 households in Pegasus. This has significantly increased the printing costs without an equivalent increase in advertising revenue. Initially a sizeable donation from the Lions Club of Woodend helped with the increase of costs, and to establish the connection between Pegasus and Woodend residents via the Woodpecker. We see the Woodpecker as fulfilling a vital role in the areas it serves. It enables local businesses to reach potential customers, it is a means of communicating local news, and it offers local residents the opportunity to express their views on local issues. For the Woodpecker to remain viable, we have found it necessary to increase advertising rates from 1 October 2017, to the following; quarter page $30 half page $55 full page $110 These rates are GST exclusive. Although the Woodpecker has a strong social element, we appreciate that for advertisers, we have to offer value for money. We have compared our new rates with comparable publications and are satisfied we are more than competitive. We also wish to advise that from 1 October 2017 the Woodpecker Community Trust will be registered for GST. Invoices from Page 4 THE WOODPECKER AUGUST 2017
Our bus service was reduced more than 3 months ago now. Fair enough keep the lower sign for a little while for irregular users to inform of the permanent closure and the contact details for more information so the replacement stop can be located. But I ask - why are the Bus Stop signs still displayed it just confuses everyone, especially visitors? Surely you have saved enough money by now to afford someone to go around and take the signs down. This just shows you really have forgotten about our town already and moved on. M. Leech.
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From our Mayor David Ayers
Special Powers
I know we potentially have quite a lot that winter can throw at us, but the District dodged the worst of what July’s major storm threw at areas to the south of us, from Christchurch to Dunedin. Several districts declared States of Emergency: Christchurch, Selwyn, Timaru, Waitaki and Dunedin. Those that didn’t were the three northern districts, plus Ashburton, Mackenzie and Waimate.
Mayors are given the statutory power to make such declarations, although they can delegate it to others in their absence. I have a “pecking order” with, obviously, Deputy Mayor Kevin Felstead next,
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followed by Councillors John Meyer and Peter Allen in that order. Whether to declare or not has become a more difficult decision after Christchurch and Selwyn were criticised for being too slow to do so during the recent Port Hills fires. The usual consideration has been whether you can deal with the emergency without resorting to special powers. In the normal course of events, the main emergency services in these events, such as Police, Fire and Civil Defence, have sufficient powers anyway and also the resources. The sort of extra powers that you might want could include the power to order evacuations and stop people entering an area, or to requisition resources, both material and personnel. If you don’t need to any of that special power, why declare a State of Emergency? We seem, however, have come to a point where declarations have to be made to assure people that a situation is being taken seriously. That, I would suggest, is a political need, not a legal one. The Port Hills experience has started to make mayors and councils nervous because, as we all know, wisdom after events has become a strong current in our society, especially in the likes of social media and talk-back radio. The Government is currently undertaking a civil defence review which is concentrating on this the initial response phase to disasters. I can only hope that out of it comes better guidance for mayors than we currently have.
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Woodend Community Association Update WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Mon 4th Sept, 7.30pm at the Woodend Community Centre, School Road, Woodend. Guest speaker is Greg Byrnes from Kohaka O Tuhaitara Trust. WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE - TREASURER Woodend Community Association Committee (“WCAC”) are looking for a community resident to take on the role of Treasurer. This role involves attending the monthly Committee meeting, depositing cash and cheques, paying bills and tracking income and expenditure throughout the year. Estimated time involved for this role is about 4 hours per month. If this a role that sounds like you then please contact us by email. WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE – MARKETING ROLE WCAC are looking for a community resident who has marketing skills who would be willing to provide assistance to WCAC with generating marketing ideas and activities. Please contact us by email if you are able to assist. WOODEND BUS SERVICE On the 24th April our local bus service was
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changed along with some of the Kaiapoi and Rangiora services. The Woodend bus now only goes straight along the Main North Road. Up until then it came through the west side of Woodend, via Woodend Road, Rangiora Woodend Road, Chinnery’s Road, Welsford Street and Hewitts Road. Prior to that it went up to and from Rangiora via Woodend Road and Rangiora Woodend Road then onto Kaiapoi via the Main North Road. WCA are interested to know if any residents have been adversely affected by this reduced service. We are aware that it may be some distance for people to walk to catch a bus now so welcome any feedback you may have. Please email us. President: John Archer Vice President: Andy Childs Secretary: Andrea Rigby Email: Woodend.Community.Association@ gmail.com
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Woodend Spring Flower Show 2017
Saturday 30th September 1:00 - 4:00pm Woodend Community Centre School Road, Woodend Admission $2.00 / Children FREE
Floral Art North Canterbury FLORAL ART EXHIBITION
See the best floral artists in North Canterbury showcase their work. Many have won awards at Ellerslie Flower Show and other prestigious events - not to be missed. • Plant and Craft Stalls • Daffodil Bulbs for Sale • Vote for your favourite colouring competition entry NEW COMPETITORS WELCOME Pick up an entry brochure from PAWS Vet in Woodend
WOODEND
SCHOOL HOLIDAY CRAFT CLASS REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL! Numbers are limited, all attendees MUST register.
Woodend Community Centre, School Road, Woodend Saturday 23rd September 10:00am - 12:00pm $2 per person – open to primary and preschool children • Decorated Biscuit • Posy in a can • Floral Collage using dry materials • Angel’s - on A4 paper folded paper body, made out of paper and card. Self - Standing (20cm height max) This is a wonderful social opportunity in the school holidays designed to bring out your child’s creative talents. Skills taught will enable your child to enter creations into the Woodend Flower Show. Finishes at 12pm.
DON’T MISS OUT - REGISTER TODAY Phone Kirstyn on 312 5150 or 021 312 230 A Woodend Flower Show Committee initiative
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WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AGM Monday 4th September 2017 – 7.30pm Woodend Community Centre, School Road, Woodend Guest Speaker: Greg Byrnes, Kohaka o Tuhaitara Trust The Woodend Community Association (WCA) was set up to support the community and make the Woodend area a great place to live in. The objectives of WCA are: • To promote and support any initiative to advance safety, wellbeing and community spirit in the Woodend Community; • To provide members of the Woodend Community opportunities to express ideas and concerns; • To raise awareness of developments which affect the Woodend area and provide information to the community; • To liaise with the Waimakariri District Council and its Committees and Boards, and with other local, district or national organisations on matters that affect the common or general interests of the Woodend Community; • To encourage the development of additional amenities and services for the Woodend area and to seek support from appropriate quarters for the realisation of such projects.
We welcome all to attend our AGM to find out more about us and the local projects underway. It’s a small annual subscription of $5.00 per household to join the WCA. Membership of WCA will give you voting rights and enable you to have direct input into the WCA Objectives to enhance our community. Nominations can be made for Committee and office bearer roles. The closing date for these nominations is Monday 28th August and can be emailed to woodend.community.association@gmail.com
For any inquiries please contact: John Archer, President on 0274332558 or email: woodend.community.association@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you there! Page 10 THE WOODPECKER AUGUST 2017
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PRGI - Pegasus Info Page - August 2017 PEGASUS RESIDENTS’ GROUP NEWS
PEGASUS COMMUNITY WATCH
Accessway: Following a request from PRGI, WDC have informed us that they will open the fence at the end of Tiritiri Moana Dr to enable pedestrians and cyclists access to and from Kaiapoi Pa Rd.
The volunteer community watch team members had a get together at the community centre on 17 July. The evening was attended by Helen Todd, Canterbury Community Patrol Coordinator, and was a good opportunity for information sharing and a chat. For those who don’t know, the Pegasus Community Watch team of volunteers have been operating for six years and during that time they have seen off many trouble-makers and potential trouble-makers. As stated at the meeting, they are the ‘eyes and ears of the community’. Unfortunately, they can’t be everywhere at once and aren’t out all the time, so we do still get some mischief in our town!
Submission: PRGI compiled a submission for the WDC Draft District Development Strategy, with a heavy emphasis on the need for WDC to purchase land at Ravenswood for community facilities such as a library, swimming pool and council service centre. We are also advocating for an emergency base to be created at Ravenswood, as the population grows, that would house all emergency services in purpose-built premises. Maintenance Issues: We have asked Todd Property to tidy the area bordering Winsloe and Pakohe Streets, which they have instructed their contractors to do.
THANK YOU… PRGI wish to thank Artisan in Rangiora for a very generous donation of yummy food for the Volunteer Community Watch Team meeting.
We have also asked WDC for the weed and grass growth on the Lake beaches to be attended to and have been assured this will be taken care of by their contractors. Rumble Strips: WDC have been made aware of concerns regarding the rumble strips at some of the roundabouts in Pegasus. WDC have told us work will be done to smooth the strips at the Solander/ Murfitt/Pegasus Blvd roundabout in the near future. Pegasus Beach Toilet Block: Be aware that there are no facilities at the beach carpark while the new block is being constructed. Construction of the new block is on time and it is anticipated that the work will be completed by the last week of August. Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com Page 14
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Thanks also to Pegasushi for the donation of vouchers for our Community Watch Team members. The lucky winners were; Don Smith, Ian Caigou and Steve Mitchell. You are awesome and we couldn’t do it without you! COMING EVENTS…
Sunday 13 August 11am – 2.30pm – Pegasus community centre open day. See full page advert for details
Wednesday 16 August 10am-12pm – Ronel’s community coffee & chat at the Pegasus Community Centre. Pegasus - Living It - Loving It!
PRGI - Pegasus Info Page - August 2017 PEGASUS COMMUNITY CENTRE HAPPENINGS SENIOR KEEP FIT
We hope to start Senior Keep Fit classes in September on Monday and/or Wednesday mornings. Please contact Bronwyn for more information or to express your interest. Email bugaprincess@gmail.com or phone 920 3514
PEGASUS WOODEND WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
PRGI welcome the PWWI to the Pegasus Community Centre. They will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 11am – 2pm. Join them on Tues 8th August; Everyone is welcome to come and see what they are all about. Contact Helen: phone 03 313 5749 or email: helrayser@kinect.co.nz
RONEL’S COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING
Pegasus Residents are invited to a FREE cuppa and a slice of cake on Wednesday 16 August. Please come at 10am and join others for a chat and some fun. We may have a board game or two on this occasion. A small play area is available for really young children. We are only in the centre for two hours so please come early. If you need assistance with transport, please phone Rhonda on 021 1080 634 or Ronel on 021 072 4636 or email; prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com
What activities or events would you like to see at the Pegasus community centre? We’d love to hear from you if you would like to be part of a club or group – bridge : chess : bowls : yoga : youth group : Let’s get together and make it happen! For bookings and enquiries, please contact PRGI: Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com or Phone: 021 1080 634 Or check the website for info and booking form: pegasusresidentsgroup.com Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com
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Air Con New Zealand offer a $50,000.00 Workmanship Warranty and no other company in New Zealand stands behind their work to this extent and as part of the offer Free Quotes on multiple brands of insulation and heat pumps. Stephen Tucker the owner lives in Pegasus and is happy to call and assist you, or call the office on 03 343 3886 or email admin@airconnz.co.nz As part of the service Tucker Electrical provides a full repair and design service and can carry out all types of electrical work. As part of an August Promotion, see offers on insulation and heating packages or call us for your free assessment on 0800 161 163
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VOLUNTEERING The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VOLUNTEER? Community Wellbeing North Canterbury 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 Volunteer – 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.
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Woodend-Sefton Community Board July WSCB Meeting Taranaki Reserve Advisory Group The Board approved the establishment of a formal Taranaki Reserve Advisory Group with the main purpose of the group being to guide development of the reserve n partnership with Council Greenspace staff. For those that don’t know, the Taranaki Reserve is located at Waikuku Beach and covers an area of approximately 11 hectares with the Taranaki Stream running through it. The advisory group will be made up of 6 – 14 people, with representation from those bordering the reserve, WDC, ECan and WSCB Member Andrew Thompson. At its June meeting, the WSCB approved the allocation of $2,000 from its general landscaping budget towards the planting of riparian plants in the Taranaki Reserve. Woodend Pegasus Area Strategy Update The Board received an update on the Woodend Pegasus Area Strategy, which was adopted by the Council in October 2013. The updates are too numerous to mention here, but do go online and have a look at the WSCB July agenda, which includes the full update report.
Neighbourhood Support indoor picnic at Pegasus Bay School on Sunday 9 July and the ‘Let’s talk Rubbish’ drop-in session on Saturday 22 July. It was a privilege to be invited to the Kaiapoi Art Expo opening night with some stunning works on display and another very successful event resulting. We will also be at the Pegasus Community Centre Open Day on Sunday 13 August from 11am, so come along and have a chat to us. In the past month the Board have made submissions on: • Draft District Development Strategy – this is a major document looking at the next 30 years in Waimakariri. •
Submission to the Canterbury Regional Land Transport Plan to allow a third lane south of the Waimakariri Bridge as part of the Christchurch Northern Motorway extension. The Board supported the third lane.
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Waste Management review. We encourage all residents to have their say on this matter by 11 August when submissions close (see below for more info).
Woodend Lions War Memorial Project
Let’s Talk Rubbish!
At its June meeting the Board approved the location of the proposed war memorial on the reserve by the Woodend Community Centre and earmarked $5,000 towards the project.
The Council is looking at ways our district could manage rubbish in the future. They want to get serious about reducing the amount of waste being sent to landfill and would like to know if you think we should provide more choices like rubbish bins and organics/greenwaste bins.
For more details on meeting items, check the agenda for the June meeting, which can be found either online or at council service centres. What else have we been up to? Board members attended the Page 22
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Try the online calculator, you might be pleasantly surprised. Submissions close Friday 11 August 2017. More information, including an online submission form and an online calculator >>>
<<< to determine new estimated rates based on your preferences is at https://www. waimakariri.govt.nz/have-a-say/lets-talk/ consultations/Lets-Talk-Rubbish KEEP INFORMED We recommend anyone who wants to follow Community Board happenings check out the agendas and minutes on the Council website: http://www.waimakariri. govt.nz/your-council/meetings/minutesand-agendas. You are also very welcome to attend Community Board meetings with the next Woodend-Sefton Community Board meeting scheduled for Monday 14 August commencing at 7pm in the Pegasus Community Centre.
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Woodend Combined Club Instead of a bus trip this month many of us sat down to our mid-winter dinner. Seventy-one of us enjoyed a very tasty, two course meal at the Showgrounds Function Centre. We were asked to wear something flowery and the member who won was wearing a very cute hat with a large flower on top. Christchurch was where our mini-speaker was born and grew up. Finishing school at Riccarton High School he applied and got a five year apprenticeship as a coach builder for N.Z.R. Road Services, which later became Inter City Bus Company. When he completed this he and a friend found work at Benmore. This was in 1966, where they drove trucks and were accommodated at Otematata in huts built for the dam workers. These were very small, steep roofed and situated row upon row, for the single men, with only space for a bed and a table. There was a large hall where they all took their meals. After leaving Benmore he took a job at a plywood factory and while working there he met his future wife on a blind date. They were married in 1970 and had three children. He returned to Road Services and stayed there for another twenty years, the last as workshop foreman, until he was made redundant in 1990. Once the children were married he and his wife left their Avondale home of thirty-three years and moved to Tuahiwi where their large section and house needed much work. The next job was at Pacific Horizons until 2010. Unfortunately his wife died in 2013 after a long illness. He later built a house on one sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six acre property and lives there now. Page 24
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The story of Ravenswood was the topic of our main speaker last month. Jenny Lake gave us a power presentation and interesting talk on how Ravenswood would look in the future. The sales office is on Rangiora Woodend Rd., where Stage 1 will be. Off the round-about leading into Pegasus will be the commercial area which was started in April, 2017, and hoped to have title ready by February, 2018. Macdonalds and New World will be the first to be built and should be ready by the end of next year. Thirty-four of the thirty-six commercial sections have been sold. There is 15 hectares of commercial land and 150 of residential. A retirement village is planned between the commercial and residential areas. Swailes are to be constructed north of this area. It is hoped that all of this will create 600 to 800 jobs and allow people to work closer to home. Stage 1 residential should be starting in October and the first houses being built in July, 2018. The sections are from $119,000 and 408 sq. metres up. The plan is to attract those wanting their first house and others who are down sizing. The Taranaki Stream that flows through here will be enhanced and a playground is to be in stage 1. 80 to 83 contracts have so far been taken up. It is believed that Pegasus and Ravenswood enhance one another as they are different. Pegasus has the lake, wetlands and golf club & Ravenswood the large commercial area. It will be interesting to watch this space. Nineteen of us enjoyed coffee/tea, scones and muffins at Colombus Cafe in Rangiora.
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Welcome to PT on Panckhurst! Personal training programmes specifically designed to help with injuries and medical conditions. Whether you would like to be able to run a half marathon without sore knees, exercise safely with a medical problem or simply just be able to do the household chores without hurting your back then home run PT on Panckhurst is just what you are looking for. A service offering: · Postural analysis – stiff neck and shoulders? Headaches? Postural correction available here! · One to one training - help achieve your goals whether you have an injury, would like to tone up, get in shape and become more active. Partner training available – a cost effective way to train with a friend and achieve your goals together. · Exercise classes in Woodend and Pegasus – circuit training, gentle exercise for seniors, Bootcamps and BoxFit also running. Qualified and experienced trainer with competitive prices! Contact Laura for more info on: Ph: 0221 345 275 Email: laura@pt-on-panckhurst.co.nz Website: www.pt-on-panckhurst.co.nz For latest info go to “PT on Panckhurst” on facebook
Woodend Indoor Bowling Club The Woodend Indoor Bowling Club meets every Monday evening at the Community Hall. Play starts at 7.30pm. July has been a busy month for the club. We have held our Club Fours competition with R Macauley, P Vaughan, M Taylor and J Harrison the winners. One of our competition teams were runners up in the North Canterbury Championship Fours Plate competition and our two Junior members, Rebecca and Dan Jelfs recently represented Canterbury Indoor Bowls in Junior Championship competitions. Rebecca and Dan are both very successful Indoor and Outdoor bowlers. On Saturday 12 August the Club is running a fund raising sausage sizzle outside Mitre 10 in Rangiora. Do come along and support the club and meet some of our members. th
For further information please contact: President: Helen Power 313 5749
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Migrants and Newcomers Group
The Waimakariri - Migrants and Newcomers Group launched the “I’ve Got Your Back” campaign at the Rangiora Winter Festival. The campaign is being rolled out across the district along with the philosophy of supporting new people to help them to feel welcome and settled in the Waimakariri. The purpose is to create an understanding in our community that our population is changing and becoming more diverse and this will continue as our district grows. We want migrants, refugees and Kiwis new to the district to know that there are people and support agencies here to help them feel welcome.
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NORTH CANTERBURY We all like a bit of retail therapy. But does the buying of goods and services always bring positive results? Are there any aspects of being a consumer that have caused you concern? If so, contact us. We can help with your rights and responsibilities under the “Consumer Guarantees Act.” We provide free, confidential and independent information and advice. We also take Health Shuttle bookings. Remember we are now open from 10.00am until 1.00pm every Saturday. You are welcome to call in at the Trevor Inch Memorial Library 141 Percival Street, Rangiora, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4.30 pm, Saturday 10 am to 1 pm or you can phone us on 03 313 8822 - free phone 0800 367 222 or email us at northcanterbury@cab.org.nz
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Through the winter the garden is open: • Weds 11am – 1 pm. We stop for a break having a warm cup of soup and homemade bread. All are welcome. • Last Sat of each month 10.30am – 12pm. •
WINTER WORKSHOPS Weds 16th Aug, LEFTOVERS Lesley Ottey will be with us sharing ideas on reducing waste in the kitchen. Gold coin donation appreciated.
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D OU T OF DRY FIRE WOO D
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THIS MONTH WITH HARRY Continuing a little about the Woodend Rugby Club. The club once again went into recess for the duration of the Second World War. At a public meeting held in the hall on the 14th March, 1946, it was decided to reform the club. This was chaired by Tom Soloman (Huria) with secretary Charlie Robb. Both had held these positions prior to the war. Subscriptions were set at 7/6 (75c) for over 18 years old and 5/- (50c) for under. The 1947 A.G.M. saw 40 members turn up. Fred McQuillan was elected president and a sub-committee formed to run dances and socials. Johnny Wesley offered half a cord of dry willow for these events. Hot water was supplied by a copper in a side room of the hall and this had to be filled and tended. This was usually done by Tommy Pascoe, a local character who also filled the roll of village ‘sherriff’. Tommy was an ex - Burnham Industrial School boy who had been fostered out to Woodend. He stayed on in Woodend odd jobbing and harvest work etc. Tommy was supplied with a little cooling liquid as stoking the copper was hot thirsty work. Legend has it on one occasion he imbibed a little too much and fell asleep at his post. He was still there when the committee returned a couple of days later to clean up. As with the present fund rising was always an ongoing issue. There was only a modest profit from dances and socials, which were called ‘smoke concerts’, for reasons that can only be imagined. 1949 saw the introduction of ‘vice presidents’. These were local people who were usually a little better off i.e. business owners and farmers. The club would send them a letter congratulating them on being appointed a vice president of the club. The done thing was to include a donation when writing back to thank the club for bestowing the honour. It would seem that it was a fairly Page 30
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good source of income --- the 1949 A.G.M. saw 7 pounds 2 shillings and sixpence ($14 . 25c) added to the coffers from 21 vice presidents nominated. In 1954, 51 v.p.s were appointed which resulted in the handsome sum of $32.60 being raised. However expenditure knocked the income about a bit. Power for the 1949 season cost $2.99c, the domain board wanted $4 for rent and the fee to hire the hall for the end of season ball was 35cents. The 1954 season saw nothing short of a financial boom. A rep. match held in Woodend netted $50.15c but the costs of hosting this event amounted to $30 for the sub-union, $3.20c for sandwiches, the butcher wanted $5.65c for the savs whilst Reg James the publican required $5.55 for ale supplied. To be concluded. Just prior to the holidays we had a couple of activity sessions with the Boys’ Club. As well as the usual trap and rifle shooting, and go-karts and motorbikes, we steamed the traction engine and most of the guys had a go at steering her round a set course. For all it was the first time they had ‘driven’ a traction engine. Mine is a top of the range Fowler, a breed favoured by the Kings and Queens and landed gentry of England. There are several other brands such as Robeys which tend to be a bit incontinent. As reported once before, the Queen of Bulgaria had a Robey but the wheel fell off and she lost interest. During the holidays we had two trips to Waiau. Our travel time has given rise to a new game when coming across the many road works. It is called ‘spot the worker’. There always seems to be a lot standing round watching or waiting for something to happen. We were able to run the usual program except for swimming and boating. It was pretty cold and we were really appreciative of the new Yunca. Some Giles Creek coal and bluegum make for a cosy
Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Club on a recent outing to the Waiau Wall, across what had been a flat paddock.
hut. We have installed a battery powered CD player, but find it a bit disappointing to find the guys arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that keen on Mozart, Roger Whittaker, Vera Lynn, The Dubliners, Charlie Pride, Handel or Glenn Miller. Must be something to do with age. J.H. TO THE EDITOR. Dear Cur or Madam, On a recent visit to see my husband Claude, he passed comment that it was high time a street in Woodend was named after his family. Claude works for the Government making mail bags at a large factory to the west of Christchurch. So important is his work, he is not allowed to leave his bench for the next 18 months. My husbands grandfather, Humphrey, arrived in Woodend in the 1870s and started a small farm on Gladstone road. Here he attempted to grow pineapples. When this proved unsuccessful he turned
to breeding hedgehogs but this failed due to limited demand. My father-inlaw, Cyril, took over the family farm and started a beef cattle stud. This became quite successful and he used to send bulls all over N.Z. by boat. He soon gained a reputation for being the biggest bullshipper in Woodend. In light of the stupid suggestions for street names in the new Ravenswood sub division, I intend contacting my very good friend the charming, handsome and intelligent John Harris regarding a Crud avenue or Crud crescent etc. I am also fully aware he is fighting off other dopey ideas from Woodend residents such as one Peter Howse who seems to forget each street has lots of them and a couple of old sheilas namely Maggie Parkes, there is several of them too, and Cheryll Judson who not content with a Judsons road now wants a Cheryll street. Yours etc Fiona Crud (Miss) THE WOODPECKER AUGUST 2017
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CHURCH NOTICES
Woodend Methodist Church
86 Main Road, Woodend. State Highway One. Office Hours: Tuesday 1pm - 4pm, Thursday 9am - 12pm, Friday 9am - 1pm. Phone: 313 3448
The next film afternoon is on Wednesday 2 August at 1 p.m. sharp. The movie will be a comedy starring Robin Williams. Everyone welcome. Any queries phone Ruth 3122094 or Evelyn 3127740. Free entry. Gold coin donation for afternoon tea. The September movie is on Wednesday 6 September and is a movie about a New Zealand hero. Rev. Philo Kinera is enjoying her long service leave and will be back with us in
September. Hall Bookings – For any bookings of the Church Hall can you please contact Evelyn on 3127740. Fine China and Linen Sale will be occurring in the futue so would like donations of items to the Trinity Church Office, 176 King Street, Rangiora. The office hours are Tue 1pm to 4pm, Thu 9am to midday, Fri 9am to 1pm. Phone: 313 3448 or email: rangioramethodist@clear.net.nz.
Anglican Parish of Woodend-Pegasus St. Barnabas Church
Priest-in-Charge Rev. Shirley Hawke, Ph: 03 550 3708, or 027 678 8270. Em: shirley-hawke@outlook.com A community of believers, serving the wider community in love.
The very popular Alpha series is now finished at the 4.32 service. It was a well attended course and those who participated felt it was very worthwhile. The field trip at Waipara Boys Brigade camp also went very well, the photographs of their activities made those of us who didn’t attend wish we had H@ The home groups and Mainly Music are underway again during the new school term, having taken a break over the school holiday. We miss seeing all the children on Wednesdays and it’s always a delight to
have them come back. We hope you enjoy our sessions as much as we do. Our church services continue throughout the year, at 9.30 am (traditional service) and 4.32 pm (contemporary service). It can be hard to get out of the house in this weather we know, but we assure you of a warm welcome if you wish to join us. And the heat pumps have been working overtime in the church to keep everybody warm physically as well! The weather has been pretty rough lately, so keep safe and keep warm!
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COMMUNITY NOTICES
WOODEND
MARKET DAY POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
More information in future editions of the Woodpecker. Lions Club of Woodend fundraiser.
The
MANURE $5-00 a bag.
Delivery on Saturday or by arrangement May be a charge if out of town. Ring Lois 033127732 or Cliff 033131651 Lions Club of Woodend fundraiser.
NEXT ISSUE SEPTEMBER
Deadline 5pm last Friday in AUGUST
EDITOR & ADVERTISING Rebecca Harris Phone: 0211 966 255 Email: richardandrebecca@xtra.co.nz Drop Box: The Grub Hub, Main Rd, Woodend.
WOODPECKER COMMUNITY TRUST: woodpecker.community.trust@gmail.com
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COMMUNITY CONTACTS Acorn Early Childcare 03 312 2179 Email: jointhefun@acornearlychildcare.co.nz Website: www.acornearlychildcare.co.nz
Woodend Combined Club President, David Mills Secretary, Rae Miller
Gladstone Park Advisory Group Chairperson, Mark Paterson
312 7439
Lions Club of Pegasus President Ian McGregor Secretary Sharon Divall
920 1955 920 0102
Woodend Community Association Inc Email: woodend.community.association@gmail.com President, John Archer Secretary, Andrea Rigby
Lions Club of Woodend President David Marks Youth Centre Co-ordinator, Lois Inch
03 352 1016 312 7732
Nature’s Play Preschool - Pegasus 943 4935 Email: pegasuspreschool@naturesplay.co.nz Website: www.naturesplay.co.nz Pegasus Residents Group Inc Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com Website: www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com President: Ian Lennie Secretary: Rhonda Mather Pegasus Woodend Women’s Institute Elaine 312 7963 Kathryn 03 327 6621 or 027 335 5771 St Barnabas Church, Woodend Anglican Parish of Woodend-Pegasus Priest-inCharge: Rev. Shirley Hawke 03 550 3708 email: shirley-hawke@outlook.com cell:027 678 8270 Home Groups - Anne Graham 313 4457 Mainly Music – Keith Heyworth 03 745 9181 or email: rurukid@gmail.com cell :027 688 5597 Toy Library
rangioratoylibrary@gmail.com
Tuahiwi Community Pre-School 313 2141 Email: tuahiwipreschool@xtra.co.nz Facebook: Tuahiwi Community Preschool Website: www.TuahiwiCommunityPreschool Woodend Sefton Community Board Chairperson, Shona Powell shona.powell@wmk.govt.nz Ph:021 0231 6152 Deputy Chairperson, Andrew Thompson Waikuku Beach Surf Life Saving Club Richard Marsom wbslsc@wbslsc.com Woodend Badminton Club Paul Henderson
0274 925 936
Woodend Bowling Club President, Rae Miller Secretary, Jenny Anderson
310 0202 312 9076
Woodend Boys’ Club John Harris
313 7832
03 920 0126 310 0202
Woodend Community Centre Advisory Group Chairperson, John Batistic 310 0654 Woodend Country Music Club Marilyn Johnston (President) 312 7589 or 021 136 2929 Don Smyth (VPres) 03 981 6407 or 021 217 2652 Woodend Cricket Club Bruce Davey
312 2413
Woodend Garden Club Rae Miller, President Joy Collins, Secretary
310 0202 323 5258
Woodend Golden Oldies Rugby & Netball President, Tony Hurley 312 7311 Woodend Gym Club Stephanie
312 2993
Woodend Indoor Bowling Club Helen Power Rex Macauley
313 5749 313 3627
Woodend Junior Cricket Amy Hallmark 021 127 6711 Woodend Methodist Church Minister, Rev. Philomeno Kinera Hall Bookings, Evelyn
313 1912 312 7740
Woodend Netball Club Caitlin Loose, President Rachael Paterson, Secretary
312 2237 312 7439
Woodend Play Centre Claire Cameron 022 122 0452 Woodend Preschool/Nursery Sheryl Rule 312 7654 email woodendpreschool@xtra.co.nz website www.woodendpreschool.co.nz 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 Tennis Club Jim Bucknell
313 9405
Woodend Volunteer Fire Brigade Chief Fire Officer, Murray Lamb
312 7487
Woodend/Waikuku Plunket Clare Hewett 312 2640
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