March 2021
Produced for the community, by the community
Let’s Talk About the Next 10 Years
Waimakariri District Council has finalised the draft 10-year budget – or draft Long-Term Plan – which goes out for public engagement in March (from 5 March to 12 April 2021). The Long-Term Plan (LTP) is Council’s key strategic document and sets out projects and priorities, as well as how much it will cost and how it will be funded.
Over the next 10 years the Council is focused on making sure we keep up with growth, Covid-19 economic recovery, climate change/sustainability, and the impact of the Three Waters Review. Specifically the Council are asking for feedback on:
New community facilities for Pegasus and north Woodend (Ravenswood) Upgrades to the Rangiora Library and wider civic area Parking in Rangiora – including a car park building “The big challenge facing Waimakariri is balancing a growing population – we expect to have around 78,000 residents in ten years’ time and possibly up to 100,000 by 2050 – while making sure we have a healthy environment, resilient infrastructure, and remain an attractive place for business and new residents,” says Mayor Dan Gordon. “We’re also conscious that this LTP takes place following Covid-19
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lockdowns, at a time of economic uncertainty, and with possible changes to how services like reticulated wastewater and drinking water are managed. “For these reasons we’ve had to carefully balance what the community can afford and the impacts on households, without unduly delaying building core community facilities which encourage and foster business and growth.” The proposed rates increase if the draft LTP is supported is 3.95 percent in the first year before moving to 4.2 percent for the following years. The Council are holding drop-ins events for residents to ask questions directly of Councillors and staff. Those of particular interest to Pegasus and Woodend are:
Pegasus Community Centre Wednesday 10 March 10 am – 12pm Kaiapoi New World Thursday 11 March 3 – 5pm Woodend Community Centre Wednesday 17 March 7 –8.30pm Kaiapoi – Outside Ruataniwha (176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi) Friday 26 March 2 – 5pm Feedback is available by either posting in a submission form or by visiting waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk during the engagement period of 5 March and 12 April 2021. Page 2 The Woodpecker March 2021
Editor’s Note Kia Ora everyone The delivery of this month’s publication marks the official first day of autumn, where did the summer go? Please see Page 4 where we profile our Chairman and Treasurer, Ian Lennie. Last month I covered my role as trustee and editor. Each month we will be profiling a trustee so you can get to know who they are, what they bring, why they volunteered and what they enjoy. Lastly, I would like to encourage you to send me in your feedback on the Woodpecker, what you enjoy and why, or what you would like to see more of or less of. This is your publication produced for the community by the community. I would love to hear from you. Ngā mihi Debs Taylor-Hayhurst The Editor - Woodpecker
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Ian Lennie - Chairman & Treasurer Woodpecker Community Trust I joined the Board of Woodpecker in May 2017 and took on the role of treasurer. My first task was to introduce the Xero accounting platform as the editor at the time had the enormous responsibility of editing plus invoicing plus following up payments plus plus!! This reduced the editor’s responsibilities and helped share the load. I took on the role as Chairman as well last year. In the time I have been involved, the Woodpecker has evolved by introducing colour, increased content, improved binding improved paper quality and increased circulation. All these improvements come at a cost and the Board have been vigilant in carefully managing increases in advertising rates to match costs. The
Who Found Woody last month? Only one person managed to find Woody last month! “He was well hidden” said Eric (Sailor) Watson - 88 years young, (photo inset on the right) who managed to find him, despite the fact he was made very small! Don’t forget to look out for him this month! Page 4 The Woodpecker March 2021
objective of the Board is to achieve break-even each month. Increased circulation certainly has been a pressure as we see the growth that has occurred in the Woodend, Pegasus and Waikuku districts and we endeavour to have the Woodpecker delivered to each house in the district for free. Woodpecker operates as a Charitable Trust and its income comes from advertising and donations from the community. I have often used the phrase: “we are a Charitable Trust not a bank”. I enjoy being involved in community activities like Woodpecker which has a business focus with community benefits. The trustees each bring special skills and strengths to the board, share the community values of Woodpecker and share the volunteer nature of what we all do. It is a real pleasure to be involved.
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The new term is well underway with students well connected and learning. We have just had installed our new signage around the school and it is looking wonderful. It is so good to see our Cultural Narrative graphic incorporated into all our signage. The outdoor signs show our team and space names. We held our first Board of Trustees Meeting for the 2021 school year. Pictured below are our trustees from left to right: Ryan Jory, Felicity Johnson, Mark Paterson, Jenny Mason, and Daniel Roberts. Felicity Johnson is our Chairperson with Daniel Roberts being Vice Chair. Making up the team are Adrienne Simpson as Principal, Brenda Fordyce, Staff Rep and Chris Bucknell Board Secretary. This year we are again fundraising with Page 6 The Woodpecker March 2021
Garden Post. This fundraiser is to provide sports equipment for the whole school. If anyone in the
community wishes to buy spring bulbs, please just pop into the office for an order form or email c.bucknell@ woodend. school.nz for more details. We have available Daffodils, Tulips, Freesias, Ranunculus, Dutch Iris, Sweet Peas and Anemone. Orders will need to be in by Friday 5 March 2021. Adrienne Simpson Principal
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Pegasus Woodend Women’s’ Institute Pegasus Woodend WI held their First meeting of the year at Waikuku Beach Domain with a good attendance. We
over New Zealand are attending, and members that can’t make the trip are celebrating on the 22 February 2021, this being Founders Day. elected the following people for the year. President: Mavis Elms Secretary: Thea Kunkel Treasurer: Lorraine Duncan Minute Secretary: Ngareta Orchard We have 16 members, and another lady came to see what we were all about, as she is thinking of coming to join us. Anybody interested in join us or for more information about us you can phone Mavis Elms 03 312 7839. After the meeting we all had a lovely lunch at Lorraine place with a Sausage, bread and cake. This year it is 100 years since the Women’s Institute was first start by Miss Jerome Spencer B.A, O.B.E, at Omatua Rissington in Napier. There is to be celebrations in Napier over the weekend of 12 to the 14 February 2021. Members from all Page 8 The Woodpecker March 2021
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This Month with Harry In answer to a query, last month’s writings included a bit about Alice Swift and the Burnets. Alice is immortalised with a bronze plaque in the Methodist Church in recognition of her good works. She was Ellen Burnet’s best friend and came out with them to NZ in 1885. Probably the main reason they were so friendly was they had both been lady’s maids to two sisters. Ellen to Louisa Boucherette of 9 Phillimore Gardens, Kensington, London. Alice was lady’s maid to Emila Jessie Boucherette the younger sister. Ellen accompanied her boss on a 7 ½ month grand tour which included Egypt and the Middle East. In those days these trips could best be described as a cultural jaunt around d Europe and surrounds. She kept an extensive diary of her adventures which has been copied and printed. Recently I had a question from a fan who had been wandering round the Anglican cemetery and had noticed the name “Beatty” on the Gresson tombstone. Ellen (Nell) and Francis (Fanny) Beatty were Judge Gresson’s two sisters -in -law. They accompanied Henry Barnes Gresson, his wife Ann and two daughters, Nina and Clarissa, out to NZ arriving at Lyttleton via Auckland on the 23rd July 1854. Disaster struck when the boat carrying their luggage, including clothing, furniture, books etc around from Lyttelton was wrecked on the Sumner bar. The only item retrieved was a tea and coffee service that had been presented to Gresson by members of the bar when he left Ireland. More misfortune befell the Gressons Page 10 The Woodpecker March 2021
when they found their insurance only covered them to Lyttelton and not as far as Sumner. Henry Gresson purchased “Waiora” by way of a crown grant in the early 1860s and built a large two storied house complete with a substantial cellar. In 1877 a ram was installed in the stream and the house plumbed with running water. “Waiora” also sported one of the first septic tanks and flush toilets in NZ. One of the most fascinating insights to daily life at “Waiora” is in the form of a journal kept by Fanny Beatty. In his biography Kenneth Gresson says of the entries for early 1868 “they contain a faithful if somewhat unlively account of the daily happenings at the Halswell residence- domestic and social. It gives a picture of what, judged by present day standards, was a dull and prosaic life – truly Victorian in character. Unfortunately, the writing style to say the least is very hard to read and one has to be in the “mood” to decipher it. Her unique way with words makes for an interesting exercise. The following extracts pertain to the daily happenings at Waiora. The family moved from Halswell to Woodend in 1875. 8th December 1875: “Walker appeared after breakfast. Henry pleased with his look and finally engaged him at 100 pounds and keep. Nina, Henry and Clarissa drove to Mrs Hamlett and sniffed the beanfields delightsomely” John Walker was the manager at Waiora till 1885. Mrs Hamlett was the Woodend dress maker. See 2 roads street. The beans were probably horse or tic beans which had a fragrant flower. 13th July 1877: “the stones put across the stream to get the water for the ram
results in an attempt at a waterfall and there is pleasing little babblings at the bridge”. 26th November 1877: “plumber appeared and went about with a rather over-trained nimbleness of gait. We suppose he has heard of the desperate resolution to suppress him if he does not do his work” The plumber was to receive a stir up over the slowness of work. 16th February 1883: “showery- the flies beyond scaring in numbers and wickedness”. 22nd February 1883: “Mr Crossley, Neil and Eileen came to lunch. They were going to Kaiapoi to see electric light”. 31st May 1883: “a weka is ravaging the poultry yard- Mr Walker and dog caught it”. The church played a big part in the Gresson’s life and there are several references to this. The lych gate is dedicated to the family. 20th January 1876: “Nina in her visits today was shocked to hear there were Mormons holding services in Woodend and going about visiting and leaving tracks”. 13th February 1876: “Smith in new office as bellringer in consequence to Corrigan being suspended.” What would one have to do to get suspended from bellringing? 24th April 1876: “Henry and Mr Hinge went around collecting for the parsonage- got 25 pounds in small sums”. 24th August 1884: “In the evening there were small boys running round
the church. Eder went out and caught them and just then a policeman camesaid ha had heard there were some disturbances and threatened the boys with unknown penalties if they should offend again- all Wesleyans, Hewitt, Rudd and Edlin- some boys in church were laughing and two men sat prominently at the prayers and declined Nina’s offer of a hymn book”. Gresson gradually accumulated land. As well as the 1200-acre homestead block he purchased the neighbouring “Setra Park”, a block Brooklands nearby and land south of Southbrook. All his acquisitions were notable for the groves of oak trees. He was to have his ups and downs with farming. The 1868 flood destroyed the fences at Waiora and a great many sheep and some cattle were lost and the poultry yard annihilated. 27th January 1879: “Henry was off this morning before breakfast to Woodend to get extra help for the harvest- he got one @ 1/- an hour- other people are giving 1/3- they are clearing the pretty stooks away all too fast”. 7 February 1876: “Henry thistling in heat – is becoming utterly demoralised as to his hands which are actually freckled”. 1st January 1885: “wet weather- the quantity of mown grass lying about is trying the average character”. 3rd January 1885: “Fine- Henry wants 3 weeks of this weather to save the hay” Local legend has it that when Judge Gresson was away on court duties all over the South Island, the staff would initiate their own bonus systems. There would not be the same stock numbers The Woodpecker March 2021 Page 11
when he got back to when he left and when he got back there would always be the same number of females to surround him; a wife, 2 daughters, 2 sisters in law, 2 maids and a cook. Poor old buggar!!
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I now write as to the shocking state of footpaths in Woodend. As one, the proud owner of a Harley Davidson 3-wheel electric mobility scooter, who has to regularly hoon about the village going to school ands junior cricket, the Doctor or doctress or the gorgeous Marilyn, the Tavern or the pie shop, I feel after 6 months of local travel I am qualified to comment. From home to the outer suburbs of Ravenswood is not bad going. Beer bottles most broken is the problem here. From Chinnerys Road to Woodend Road is quite manageable. However, from Woodend Road to School Road the footpath is a nightmare, due to the 6-inch drop at each gateway. I like to get along at a sedate speed looking in ladies’ bedrooms and other people’s garages. But if I am running a little late, I am unable to hurtle along this section at the maximum of 15.4kms per hour. I would be over the bloody handlebars and quite probably lose an arm or nose or remaining leg. Gladstone Road is little better and like other footpaths has its fair share of doh shite. Getting off the footpath and onto the road one runs a chance of being run over. This would probably be a council Toyota Hilux as every second vehicle seems to be a flash council Toyota Hilux. Imagine the irony of being flattened by something you had helped pay for!! Lastly but still on the subject of streets and footpaths I still haven’t heard Page 12 The Woodpecker March 2021
from our Community Board on the origins and meanings of Clare and Jasmine. These were two names for streets in Ravenswood “gifted “by the local runanga. So, come on Shona and crew- let us know in the next edition something on these. As an ageing amateur historian, I promise to include your report in my about to be published book “Everything you wanted to know about the origins of street names in Woodend, but afraid to ask”. JH
Woodend Friendship Club The February outing was to the Silverstream Alpaca Stud. 37 of us set off on a lovely day and were welcomed by Kit Johnson and his son Elliot. They have 230 alpacas (a member of the camel family) and are the 4th largest alpaca farm in the country. Their main income comes from the fibre (which can earn $60/kg for a premium fleece) and they also export live alpacas, e.g. they are about to send to Belgium, and Italy.The first alpaca in NZ was imported in 1986 from Chester Zoo (UK) and there are now approx 40,000 in NZ. Holding small branches off a willow tree, we were able to mingle in a paddock amongst these gentle animals, and they would come and nibble the leaves. They only have teeth on their bottom jaw, have one cria (young) at a time after 11 months gestation, and live to about 20 yrs. It was a very pleasant visit in lovely grounds, in fact they also have two homestay units which were occupied during lockdown by overseas tourists Cont’d on Page 18
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Pegasus Info Page – March 2021 PEGASUS LAKE UPDATE
For those unaware, the Canterbury DHB’s Community and Public Health unit reissued a health warning on the 19th of February after toxic algae was found again in Lake Pegasus. The hot weather can unfortunately exasperate the algae problem. Please be assured that our PRGI lake sub-committee remain in close communication with Templeton Group as they work positively towards finding a solution to the problem. Visit the news section on our PRGI website for all the recent lake updates.
BUSY PRGI AND PCC TEAMS OUT AND ABOUT
A few of the PRGI Committee and PCC team had a PRGI information table at the Waimakariri District Council Community BBQ held on Thursday 11 February at Karen Eastwood Park. The Council initiative is a way for residents and friends to enjoy Mother Nature while grazing on a picnic, enjoying a BBQ sausage, and partaking in old-fashioned games and activities. A gorgeous evening for a BBQ, the event was attended by Councillors Phillip Redmond and Paul Williams, Woodend-
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Sefton Community Board Chair Shona Powell, Mayor Dan Gordon, WDC Greenspace and Community Team staff and around 60 members of the public of all ages. Over 167 free sausages were handed out!
Waimakariri District Community BBQ in Pegasus
The PRGI Committee and PCC Team (see below) spent a lovely day at the 10th Annual Tūhaitara Coastal Park Open Day chatting to attendees of the event about what the PRGI do in Pegasus and the services available at the PCC. It was great to see lots of familiar faces and some new ones too.
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Pegasus Info Page – March 2021 VOLUNTEER ‘THANK YOU’ EVENT
On Sunday 21 February, the PRGI hosted a Volunteers Function to celebrate and thank our PCC and PRGI volunteers and all that they do for our community.
Special thanks to Mayor Dan Gordon and Shona Powell, Chair of the WoodendSefton Community Board (and also a PRGI volunteer!), who both came along and supported the event.
Waimakariri District contributes over 1 million work hours per year! He also thanked the Community Centre team for being great at keeping the Pegasus residents connected.
L PRGI Committee Vice-President, Roger Rule, PRGI Acting President, Matt James, and local Mayor Dan Gordon.
He ended his speech by welcoming Matt James into the new role as Acting President of PRGI, and lastly, he thanked John Allin, for all his hard work as the Watch Co-ordinator over the years and for helping to make the volunteers event such a success. A big thank you to the following local businesses who generously provided delicious food for the event: Brick Mill Café, Flat White Cafe & Bar, The Bunker Cafe, Lake Pizza, and The Good Home Pegasus.
In his speech, Mayor Gordon personally thanked the volunteers, mentioning the Community Watch volunteers, the Woodpecker delivery people, the Centre volunteers and the casual volunteers who regularly help with the Community Cuppa. The Mayor mentioned that it is estimated that the volunteer sector in the Website: pegasusresidentsgroup.com
The next Community Cuppa is on Wednesday 9th March from 10:45 am to noon at Pegasus Community Centre. Facebook: Pegasus Residents’ Group Inc
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PEGASUS COMMUNITY CENTRE NEWS AND INFO A PURPOSE-BUILT COMMUNITY CENTRE FOR PEGASUS?
Consultation on the Council’s Long-Term Plan(LTP) runs from 5 Mar to 12 Apr and one of the key projects the public are being asked to comment on is a proposed purpose-built community centre for Pegasus. We encourage residents to go to one of the public drop-in information sessions to seek information and make a submission (Pegasus, 10 – 12 on 10th Mar at the PCC). Council are looking at a number of sites and options for the proposed new PCC, including in the commercial area near the Lake. The LTP aims to bring funding forward to purchase land and start the design phase of the project. Once the LTP is finalised, there will be further opportunities to engage the community on design and location. WDC are proposing to build the new centre in the 2024/25 year; we will be submitting to request it be completed by mid 2024 and encourage you to do the same. Limitations of the current centre include: It is leased by WDC and was only intended as a temporary measure; does not meet Councils standard for community facilities with regard to capacity – needs a larger meeting/function room; does not allow for outdoor activities, no grassed area; ceiling height limits activities; Current Pegasus Community Centre lack of sound control and sound proofing; can’t install oven due to building structure and lack of venting. As the team that help run the current Pegasus community centre (PCC), we fully support the proposal for a new centre and invite you to email us at pcc@pegasusresidentsgroup.com if you have any questions we might help with. For more details check the Council’s website; https://letstalk.waimakariri.govt.nz/
Pegasus Community Centre Open Times – All Welcome Monday 2 – 4pm : Wednesday and Saturday 10am – 12pm For books, jigsaws, Welcome Bags, buckets, bus timetables, loads of pamphlets and information. Our volunteers are here to help. The PCC is a Waimakariri District Council facility run in association with the Pegasus Community Centre (PCC) Team (a function of PRGI). To book the PCC: visit https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/leisure-andrecreation/facilities/wdc-halls-and-meeting-venues/ or phone 0800 965 468 To contact the PCC Team: Email pcc@pegasusresidentsgroup.com Page 16 The Woodpecker March 2021
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Let’s Talk about the next 10 years... Draft Long Term Plan 2021-2031 Over the next 10 years the Council is focused on making sure we keep up with growth, Covid-19 economic recovery, climate change/sustainability, and the impact of the Three Waters Review. HAVE YOUR SAY...
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Woodend Garden Club Exhibits
Decorative Open Valentine’s Day First: Brenda Batchelor Second: Shirley Wheeler Third: Helen Power Decorative Novice Valentine’s Day First: Glenis Everts Second: Ingrid Eck Third: Ruth Vaughan One Spike First: Pam Mason Second: Judy Stewart Third: Glenis Everts Stem Miniature Rose First: Shirley Wheeler Second: Brenda Batchelor Third: Pam Mason One Dahlia First: Ruth Vaughan Second: Helen power Third: Jeanie Robinson One Courgette First: Ruth Vaughan Second: Chris Sutherland Third: Brenda Batchelor Cucumber First: Pru Baines Second: Chris Sutherland Three Runner Beans First: Shirley Rogers Second: Ruth Vaughan Third: Pru Baines Lettuce First: Judy Stewart Second: Tricia DeHaan Third: Chris Sutherland Produce Two Tomatoes First: Helen Power Second: Brenda Batchelor Page 18 The Woodpecker March 2021
BAKING Two Pikelets First: Ruth Vaughan Second: Jeanie Robinson Two Savoury Scones First: Jeanie Robinson Second: Ruth Vaughan Third: Glenis Everts Most points on the day First: Ruth Vaughan Second: Brenda Batchelor Third: Helen Power and Jeanie Robinson Best in Show Glenis Everts Woodend Friendship Club Cont’d from Page 12 waiting for repatriation flights, and what a special place to do this. Our mini-speaker gave a potted history of her life so far. She has been married for 50 years, has three children, eight grandchildren, two grand-dogs. She worked in the ANZ for 35 years and owned motels for two years. She and her husband have been involved with the Woodend Rugby Club, Woodend Fire Brigade and still involved in the Woodend Bowls Club – they are examples of the phrase ‘stalwarts of the community’. She then shared the joys of travelling the country in a bus and the advantages of belonging to the NZ Motor Caravan Association. The main attraction was Bob Nimmo, who lives in Pegasus. He has published a collection of what he calls ‘An amusing and affectionate collection of tales, taunts and titillations from Cont’d on Page 33
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Celebrating 50 years serving the community The Citizens Advice Bureau is celebrating 50 years of service in Aotearoa. This means countless hours of advice to the public, providing information on everything from housing and consumer rights to immigration and employment. This is a time to recognise the thousands of skilled CAB volunteers and staff who dedicate their time to providing free confidential advice and access to the rights and services people need. The Citizens Advice Bureau has been working for positive social change for 50 years in an everchanging world and is ready to serve the public for the next five decades and beyond. A people-centred service is more valued now than ever and is a service that the CAB is proud to deliver. In this age of uncertainty, we remain optimistic about the future – a future filled with change for good. We are proud of the legacy the CAB has created and for the future it will forge. Our service remains free, trustworthy and confidential – Page 20 The Woodpecker March 2021
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A FEW IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR THOSE VISITING Tūhaitara Coastal Park THIS SUMMER SEASON
STAY FIREWISE- The entire park (including beaches are FIRE FREE) please report ANY and ALL fires by ringing 111. BE SUNSMART- Remember to seek shade, wear sun protective clothing, stay hydrated and use sunblock. BEACH SAFETY- Surf lifesaving patrols operate during summer at Woodend Beach, Pegasus Beach, and Waikuku Beach. Please swim between the flags. EMERGENCY CONTACT- Ring 111 for fire, police, or emergency. PARK OFFICE (non-emergency) Contact- (03) 313-1768 TRACK USE- Check track status on our website www.tuhiatarapark.org.nz. Please report any maintenance issues by ringing the park office. Always obey all signage and remember that cyclists and dog walkers are NOT permitted on signposted horse tracks. Dogs must be on lead on the Tutaepatu Trail and on wetland tracks. For updates and more information follow the Friends of Tūhaitara Coastal Park Facebook Page On behalf of the team at Tūhaitara Coastal Park- we hope you have a wonderful and safe summer.
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COMMUNITY CONTACTS GLADSTONE PARK ADVISORY GROUP Chairperson, Mark Paterson - 312 7439
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LIONS CLUB OF PEGASUS President Amanda Smith - 027 422 2648 LIONS CLUB OF WOODEND President: John Canton 310 8157 Youth Centre: Lois Inch 312 7732 LOLLIPOPS PRESCHOOL PEGASUS Tel: 943 4935 cm.pegasus@ledu.co.nz lollipopseducare.co.nz/location/pegasus MENZSHED PEGASUS / WOODEND COMMUNITY TRUST Clive Jones 027 245 5770 John Burns 021 347 805 menzshedpegasuswoodend@gmail.com MUSIC AND PLAY Meaghan 027 392 6409 PEGASUS COMMUNITY CENTRE Bookings and enquiries contact: Waimakiriri District Council Freephone: 0800 965 468 www.waimakariri.govt.nz PEGASUS MONDAY MORNING WALKING GROUP Christine Johnston 021 179 7330 PEGASUS RESIDENTS GROUP INC prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com Facebook: Pegasus Residents’ Group Inc. PEGASUS WOODEND WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Helen Power 313 5749 Pam Cleeve 03 3138120 / 021 170 9895 RADIO SAILING CLUB Ian McGregor 027 595 9000 Paul Johnson 021 295 2587 ST BARNABAS ANGLICAN CHURCH Men’s Group: Andrew 021 073 5730 Women’s Group: Amy 021 234 4253 Hall Hire: Elizabeth 313 4612 THE ASHLEY LODGE Norme Shore - Secretary theashleylodge28@gmail.com http://www.ashley28.net.nz
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WAIKUKU BEACH SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB Danelle Asher wbslsc@wbslsc.com WOODEND BADMINTON CLUB Paul Henderson 0274 925 936 WOODEND BOWLING CLUB President Alan Pegley 310 6772 Secretary Phil Harris 327 6553 WOODEND BOYS’ CLUB John Harris 313 7832 WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC President Mark Paterson Secretary Andrea Rigby woodend.community.association@gmail. com WOODEND COMMUNITY CENTRE ADVISORY GROUP Chairperson Simon Kong 310 8900 WOODEND COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB President Kevin Taylor 327 8920 Vice President Roger Wedlake 027 588 6062 WOODEND CRICKET CLUB Robert Davey 021 762 963 WOODEND FRIENDSHIP CLUB President Cheryl Judson phone 312 7791 Secretary Lynn Muir 312 2027 WOODEND GARDEN CLUB President Brenda Batchelor 313 9556 Secretary Lynn Oliff 310 0575 Treasurer Pam Cleeve 313 8120 WOODEND GOLDEN OLDIES RUGBY & NETBALL President Tony Hurley 312 7311 WOODEND GYM CLUB Simone Templeton 027 514 8363
COMMUNITY CONTACTS WOODEND INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Club President Andrew Petrie 022 592 8389 Club Captain Rex Macauley 313 3627 or 021 126 3344 WOODEND JUNIOR CRICKET Amy Hallmark 021 127 6711 WOODEND METHODIST CHURCH Minister Rev. Veitomoni Siufanga 313 1912 Hall Bookings, Evelyn 312 7740 WOODEND NETBALL CLUB President Caitlin Loose 027 787 5365 Secretary Rachael Paterson 021 166 2740 WOODEND PLAY CENTRE Phone: 027 353 2131 Email: woodend@playcentre.org.nz Facebook: www.facebook.com/ woodendplaycenter WOODEND PRESCHOOL / NURSERY Jana Thorn 312 7654 Email: office@woodendpreschool.co.nz www.woodendpreschool.co.nz
WOODEND RUGBY CLUB: Senior Club Captain, Matthew McLeod Ph 027 722 8011 Junior Club Captain, Michelle Tocker Ph 021 267 1429 WOODEND SEFTON COMMUNITY BOARD Chairperson Shona Powell 021 0231 6152 shona.powell@wmk.govt.nz Deputy Chairperson Andrew Thompson WOODEND TENNIS CLUB Jim Bucknell 313 9405 WOODEND VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE Deputy Chief Fire Officer Lew Grant 02 113 11780 Operational Support - Secretary Dave Houlihan 027 566 5582 woodendfire@fireandemergency.nz www.fireandemergency.nz WOODEND / WAIKUKU PLUNKET Clare Hewett 312 2640
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The various groups run by the church have now all restarted and are being thoroughly enjoyed by all participants. The one we didn’t mention last month was Mainly Music, which has changed a little. Now called Music and Play, it still follows a similar format, with songs, morning tea, toys and good company. Same time, same place, but there is now no charge for attending. It began this year on 10 February; if you haven’t come along yet this year, do join us to find out what is different and what remains the same.
We held a very successful Church breakfast with so many we had to have people sitting at a children’s table. We enjoyed a beautiful, cooked breakfast of bacon, sausages, scrambled / poached / fried eggs, tomatoes, porridge, cereal and fruit, croissants and other goodies and listened to a speaker re COVID-19 at the hospital.
The 4.32 service started this year with a celebration, as five members of the congregation chose to be baptised on 7 February. It was wonderful to see those lovely people dedicating their lives to the Lord. Viv and Geoff hosted a potluck lunch at their home on the 14 February, which was very much appreciated by all who attended. And the Big Day Out on the 20 February was packed full of fun outdoor activities. Our reflective Ash Wednesday service took place on 17 February and Lent has now begun. As always, we will be holding services on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, as we celebrate this very special time and remember what Jesus endured for our sake.
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The movies are back. 1pm on Wednesday 3 March with a musical drama which is a true story of musician Don Shirley and his driver / bodyguard Frank while on tour through the racist, segregation Deep South during the 1960’s. Everyone is invited. Gold coin donation and afternoon tea is provided. Any queries or transport required please phone Ruth on 312 2094. On Saturday 13 March there will be an official opening of the newly renovated Amberley Lodge at the Journeys End Campsite, Smarts Road, Loburn. 10am to 5pm. Enjoy this peaceful spot with a picnic at Journeys End campsite for all who have been associated with the site and those who are yet to discover its serenity and many opportunities for fun and fellowship. Afternoon tea provided following official opening at 2pm. Bring family, friends, picnic, swimwear, and towels. On Sunday 14 March at 2pm we are having a Woodend Movie Fundraiser when we will be showing the movie “High Society” which is an American romantic musical comedy film starring Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra. Admission will be $10. Bring
your own snacks. Please support this initiative by the Woodend Church. The April movie on Wednesday 7th is directed by Mel Gibson is about a World War II American Army Medic Desmond T. Doss, who served during the Battle of Okinawa, who refused to kill people, and became the first man in American history to receive the Medal of Honour without firing a shot. A new group for all - An exciting new group will be meeting in the Woodend Hall on the 4th Monday of each month. “Good News” is a parish initiative to talk about all matters concerning the Good News for us all. Everyone is invited. You may talk to Margaret on 313 8413 if you have any queries. Our minister Veitomoni Siufanga is available at Rangiora Methodist Church, 176 King Street, Rangiora – 313 3448 or rangioramethodist@gmail. com. He is at the Church from 9am to 5pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. If you need to see him on Thursday or Friday, please ring and make an appointment. He is available to provide prayer, support and a welcome for anyone with any needs, or who wants to drop in.
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Woodend Indoor Bowling Club Have you thought about playing Indoor Bowls? The Woodend Indoor Bowling Club season starts on Monday 5 April at 7.15pm and we welcome new players of all ages. We meet at the Woodend Community Centre on a Monday evening during the Autumn and Winter months. All bowls are supplied and subscription for the season is $50. Make a note in your diary to come along to the Woodend Community Centre on Monday 5 April 2021 by 7.15pm and give indoor bowling a go. For further information please contact: Club President: Andrew Petrie 022 592 8389 Club Vice President: Helen Powell 313 5749 Club Captain: Rex Macauley 313 3627 or 021 126 3344 Woodend Friendship Club Cont’d from Page 18 Pegasus Town and the Waimakariri District’ called ‘Songs of the Pegasus Possums’. He proceeded to entertain us with readings, armed with a red paper flag which he waved around to alert those of us of a sensitive disposition to cover our ears, as a bit of colourful language was coming up. All his poems / songs are based on residents he has met in the Waimakariri District and as he said, are most amusing. The Woodpecker March 2021 Page 33
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We would like to remind you that at Level 1, we are still required to have patients sign in at Reception either using the manual tracer or the QR code. Any patients with respiratory symptoms, should call first and discuss their condition with a nurse. The nurse will do an assessment over the phone and if you need to be seen at the practice, you may be asked to wait in the car. If you meet the Ministry of Health criteria, a free COVID swab will be offered at the Centre. The criteria are subject to change. If you need to see a GP, this will be arranged, and you will be asked to wear a mask. Results of COVID swabs are texted to you as soon as they become available. If you have a medical emergency or are acutely unwell, please call 111. You can book a consultation by calling us or alternatively online via our website and go to “Manage My Health (MMH)”. You can also use this portal to access lab results and request repeat prescriptions. If you need assistance to register with MMH, please contact our reception team who will be happy to help. If you have an y issues with MMH, contact NZsupport@mmhglobal.com You can download the app from the App store or Google Play, or our website https://www.managemyhealth.co.nz Please note fees for phone consultations are the same as regular consultations. Online Enrolment: New patients can enrol with Pegasus Medical Centre online through our website. Phone Calls to nurses: Nurses will take your phone call if they are available. Otherwise, please leave a message and you will be called back in a timely manner. It is much appreciated that if you leave a message asking for a call back, to remain available to answer the phone. Test results can take some time to be available and reviewed by the Doctor. You will be contacted if further action is needed. They can be viewed on Manage My Health as well. Thank you for your patience. Please, arrive on time as your Doctor may not be able to see you if you are late. If you are not able to make it to your appointment, please cancel the previous day or at least 2 hours prior, so another patient can utilise that time slot. Otherwise, there may be a charge for non-attending. Appointments are 15 minutes to cover 1 or 2 issues. If you have more issues, please book 2 appointments. Mole Checks and Musculoskeletal issues need 2 appointments. If you have a mole of concern or which has changed, book a single appointment and we will see you within a week. There might be a wait for routine mole checks due to demand. COVID vaccine is coming! There is no definite date for the commencement of the NZ vaccination program yet. It is however, a good idea to start thinking about this. If you have any questions or concerns go to the IMAC website where updates are available. _____________________________________________________________________________________ 52 Pegasus Main street, Pegasus Town Ph 03 920 4060
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New Tsunami Zones for Waimakariri The Waimakariri District Council has updated tsunami evacuation zones after scientific modelling showed flooding from a tsunami could travel further inland than previously thought. Waimakariri now has three tsunami evacuation zones: red, orange and yellow. Waimakariri District Council Emergency Management Advisor, Brennan Wiremu says that people in the red and orange zones need to evacuate immediately if they feel a long or strong earthquake. “There may not be time for an official warning, so once the shaking stops, head immediately inland until you’re outside the evacuation zones.” The yellow evacuation zone covers large parts of Kaiapoi and a section of Pegasus, however Brennan says these areas only need to evacuate if they receive an official warning from Civil Defence Emergency Management. “Tsunamis that could affect the yellow zone are extremely rare and we’d have at least 12 hours warning. Residents don’t need to be alarmed however they should have a plan in place for if they do need to evacuate.” The Council will be mailing further information to residents in evacuation zones. View a map of the new evacuation zones on the Council website. Find out more at waimakariri.govt.nz/tsunami
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Woodend-Sefton Community Board The Next 10 Years – what could your rates be spent on in Waimakariri? • New community facilities for Pegasus and Ravenswood? • Upgrades to the Rangiora Library and wider civic area? • Parking in Rangiora – including a car park building? These are the main questions the Waimakariri District Council are asking as part of their Draft Long-Term Plan. Nothing has been decided, it is still a draft plan. This is your opportunity to find out more about projects planned, the costs, and tell Council what you think. The proposed rates increase if the draft plan is approved is 3.95% in the first year before moving to 4.2% for the following years. In our area there are two drop-ins so you can talk with Councillors and staff, and find out more information. Others are also planned around the District: Pegasus Community Centre Wednesday 10 March, 10am – noon Woodend Community Centre Wednesday 17 March, 7 – 8.30pm Check out waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk for full information. To have your say you can post in a submission form or go online at waimakariri.govt.nz/letstalk. Feedback opens 5 March and closes 12 April.
Next meeting
You’re very welcome to come along to our next meeting on Monday 8 March at Woodend Community Centre, starting at 6 pm.
What’s Been Happening At our February meeting we heard from Mette Flaaten. Mette, a local resident, presented her idea to have a sand volleyball court in Waikuku Beach. The Board were interested, particularly as it is a beach community, and will explore it further with Council staff and Mette. The Board approved two funding grants: - $500 for the Woodend Gymnastics Club toward a new mat for use with their uneven bars. - $340 for the Oxford Community Trust toward helping build relationships and connections between social service providers in the district and to show appreciation for their work.
Another Important Consultation
Environment Canterbury Long-Term Plan – can be confusing but is completely separate from WDC. ECan have proposed two options for consultation (not confirmed at time this was written): Option 1 - accelerate key projects, including public transport and the Government’s Essential Freshwater package - an average increase of $136 in ECan rates per property (24.5%). Option 2 - some projects are delayed, scaled back or not funded - an average increase of $110 per property (18%). Feedback opens 8 March and closes 11 April. For more information see haveyoursay.ecan.govt.nz/ltp.
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Mayor Dan Gordon Update Recently we remembered 10 years on from the February Christchurch earthquakes that sadly claimed 185 lives and injured many more. I had the honour to represent our community at the memorial service and lay a wreath in remembrance. Last year we also recognised 10 years on from Waimakariri’s own September quake and at the time reflected on how far we have come as a community. While earthquake anniversaries are solemn occasions, the majority of events I’ve had the pleasure of being invited to lately have been marking milestones, rebuilds, or are otherwise a testimony to resilience. I reopened Kaiapoi Gray Raven Scout building recently. They are the oldest scout group in New Zealand and were first established 112 years ago. It’s wonderful to see this building reborn following the earthquake and it’s looking fantastic. Well done to all the team but a particular acknowledgement to Group Leader Chris Thompson for his leadership and the generosity and support of so many who have helped get the building fit to be reopened. The Sutherland Family have just celebrated a significant milestone of 100 years in business. Sutherland Timber and Kaiapoi ITM are businesses well known in Waimakariri. Congratulations to Murray, Annie, Jonnie, Davie and Amy on achieving this milestone and for your significant contribution to our local economy and Page 38 The Woodpecker March 2021
community. Hinemoa Kaiapoi Hockey Club also celebrated 125 years a few weeks back and is the oldest hockey club in New Zealand. I really enjoyed attending their celebrations. It’s great to see the club is going strong. On Waitangi Day we opened the new softball diamonds in Norman Kirk Park. The development of this and the wider park are a key part of the regeneration of Kaiapoi. It is exciting to see the new park almost complete and it is hoped the community can enjoy all the new facilities from the BMX track, to the dog park, to the new diamonds. Kaiapoi Softball Club is an important part of the local sporting community. With 180 members this level of support is impressive. As part of the opening I had the privilege to throw the first ball…thankfully it went in the right direction and apparently I threw a strike on the inside curve! (…I’m still trying to decipher what this means). We are fortunate to have strong sports teams and a range of sporting events in which to participate or enjoy as a spectator. Thanks to all involved for their commitment to sport in Waimakariri and North Canterbury. As always, I welcome contact from anyone who needs assistance or has an issue that you may want to discuss. Email me at dan.gordon@wmk.govt. nz or phone 021 906 437. I’m here to help.
Pegasus Park Run You may not know this, but park runs are free, weekly, community events
all around the world. As an example of the popularity, last weekend more than 56,000 people did park runs at 421 events across five countries, including over 3,000 first timers. We are extremely fortunately here in New Zealand that we are one of those five countries who can hold park runs at the moment. One of the most attractive things about joining a parkrun for a 5km walk, jog, or run around Lake Pegasus is the feeling of community. Staying connected can be one of the most important motivators on any journey,
it is vital for our mental and physical health. Whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate, at parkrun you can learn new skills and enhance your health, confidence and happiness in the great outdoors whilst making new friends, feeling part of your local community, and improving your fitness. We know parkrun helps people to become more physically active, but it also creates rich and meaningful relationships between individuals and communities so that they feel supported and connected. In fact, it is these very connections which can help encourage people to be more active, and to sustain that lifestyle change over months, years, and decades. Everyone is welcome to join us around the lake if you would like some company, or if you would like to meet some interesting people and get some fresh air at the same time. All you need to do is visit parkrun. co.nz, sign-up for free, print out your barcode and come along to Motu Quay at 7.50am on any Saturday – rain, shine, or frost! Easy!
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NEED FUNDING FOR A LOCAL ARTS PROJECT? Assistance is available for groups and individuals who are keen to provide arts and cultural activities in the Waimakariri District from the Creative Communities New Zealand Scheme. The next Creative Communities round will close Monday 29 March 2021, for events or activities that take place between 1 May 2021 and 1 May 2022. The Application Form and Guide for Applicants is available from Council Service Centres and Libraries or from the Council Website at waimakariri.govt.nz
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MARCH EVENTS
7th: Kaiapoi Children’s Day 12pm – 3pm, Trousselot Park, Kaiapoi. Come along to Trousselot park for this FREE family fun day celebrating our children. Entertainment includes Fun HQ inflatables, go-karts and paddle boats, Move X trampoline mat and Sport Suzy show starting at 12.45pm. Our local community groups will be attending with activities and so much more!
7th: Swannanoa Country Fair 10am – 3pm, Swannanoa Domain, Tram Road. With a huge range of quality craft and trade stalls, school plant stall, a massive white elephant sale, plenty of games and rides for the children, delicious food, and refreshments as well as all-day entertainment - the Swannanoa Country Fair is a great day out with your family and friends. Adults $5.00, children under 15 FREE!
7th: Rakahuri Rage
10am – 4pm, Rakahuri Trail. Teams of 2-4 riders compete to see who can do the most laps of a 6km track in 6 hours. The course is suitable for riders of all abilities from 12 years and older, and there are many categories to suit everyone. From $55.00 to enter.
13th: Happy Hire’s Eats & Beats 4pm – 9.30pm, Victoria Park, Rangiora. The Happy Hire Eats and Beats is a festival of food and music combined with the ambience of festoon and lantern lighting. Gather your friends, family and colleagues and come along to taste an enormous variety of food from across the world at Rangiora’s only evening Food and Music Festival. Featuring live jazz and classic music, popular children’s
entertainers from Beyond the Faerie Tree, professional fire performers, gourmet food markets, craft beer and wine, as well as delectable food vendors for all your dinner needs. Best of all there is free parking and FREE ENTRY!
14th: Kaiapoi Fun Run 9am, Kaiapoi Borough School, Kaiapoi. 5km or 10km run/walk through Silverstream and back to Kaiapoi Borough School. Tickets available at Kaiapoi i-SITE. $5 under 16 and $10 over 16 (cash only). Fabulous spot prizes up for grabs!
21st: North Canterbury Pride Picnic 11am – 3pm, Victoria Park,
Rangiora. A North Canterbury pride picnic for members of the LGBTQI+ communities, families, friends and allies. Enjoy food and beverage stalls, live music, games, face painting and laughter!
North Canterbury Sunday Market
Rangiora Racecourse. Every Sunday 9am–2pm.
Ohoka Farmers Market
Ohoka Domain, Mill Road, Ohoka. Every Friday 9am–12.30pm.
Oxford Farmers Market Main St, Oxford. Every Sunday 9am–12pm.
Oxford Craft Market
Oxford Town Hall, Oxford. First Sunday of each month, 10am-2pm.
Rangiora Sunday Market
Blake St Carpark, Rangiora. Every 2nd Sunday, 10am-2pm.
ART EXHIBITIONS Art on the Quay
21st: Planty Affair 10am – 2pm, Rangiora Showgrounds, Rangiora. At Planty Affair you’ll find everything from full-sized indoor plants to cuttings, planters, pots, botanical art, jewellery and more! Grab your greenfingered friends and come along for some ‘YOU time’ ... shop and chat with other houseplant enthusiasts, get educated and inspired with our workshops and talks, have lunch with a wine or beer, relax and be entertained. Tickets $10.00pp through Eventfinda.
MARKETS Kaiapoi Farmers Market
Morgan Williams Reserve, Charles St, Kaiapoi. Every Saturday 10am–12pm.
Kaiapoi Library, 176 Williams Street, Kaiapoi. Point of Convergence by Waimakariri Photographers, March 6th - April 22nd.
Arts in Oxford
72 Main Street, Oxford. Life of Ron, 28th January – 14th March.
Chamber Gallery Rangiora Rangiora Library, 141 Percival Street, Rangiora.
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Book your next adventure with the team at Kaiapoi i-SITE, and Do Something New, New Zealand! 143 Williams Street, Kaiapoi. Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm, Sat 10am – 3pm
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Kia Ora Koutou! What a whirlwind start to the year we have had. We have welcomed many new children to our school along with some new staff members. Our teachers spent a lot of time getting the Active Learning Spaces ready and lessons planned before the children started school, so they all hit the ground running. This term many of our learners have been learning their Pepeha and sharing who they are and where they come from. This ties in with our overarching theme of ‘Impressions’. What impression do you make? What are your impressions of others and why? Using ‘Impression’ in Art. I often walk around our Active Learning Spaces and am amazed at the learning that is happening at all times of the day. Our Juniors have their Structured Literacy programme up and running and have lots of activities in their spaces to enhance their cognitive and fine motor skills. There is a lot of amazing art work on the walls as you head up through the Active Learning Spaces - Pepeha Art in Year Rakahuri / Waikuku, Digital Art in Year Nga Tai o Mahaanui and some very interesting portraits in Manga Kawari and Maungatere.
Before school started, staff spent the day learning about the significant Ngai Tahu places in our community - this is where the names of our Active Learning Communities come from. Teachers have now taken their students to some of the places relevant to their learning communities and there has been lots of conversation with groups of children who didn’t realise how close these special places are. Our Year 6 children recently completed a two-day programme with Cycle Sense and a large group of children have just competed in Swimming Sports. At Pegasus Bay we try to give our children as many learning experiences as possible and encourage them to take part. Currently we are organising our groups for Golf Academy and entries for the Otago Maths Problem Solving Challenge. Our Meet the teacher evening is on Thursday 4 March 2021, so this is a great opportunity to meet our staff and have a look around our school. There will be food vans and a coffee van, or you can bring a picnic for your family. Nga Mihi Nui Di Murphy Deputy Principal
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Pegasus Plus Pegasus Plus is a social group for semiretired and retired residents of Pegasus and surrounding areas. Our aim is for people to socialize while enjoying a variety of activities plus enjoying social chat over a cuppa and biscuit. Activities may include Quiz, Bingo & Cards. We meet every FOURTH Wednesday of the month from February through to November at the Pegasus Community Centre from 1.00 - 3.00 pm. There is a $2 charge to cover room hire and beverages. Refreshments and a raffle are available at each get together.
For further information contact Kay or David Mills 03 920 0126 or just come along, everyone welcome. Dates for 2021: 24 March; 28 April; 26 May; 23 June; 28 July; 25 August; 22 September; 27 October; 24 November
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Woodend Spring Flower Show AGM 8 March 2021 at 1.30pm Being held at The Cotton Residence Waiora Lane, Waikuku New Members very welcome
SAYGo SAYGo (Steady as you go) Falls Prevention Exercise Class - 1.30pm Thursdays, Pegasus Community Centre, Pegasus Main St (by the Flat White Cafe). All Welcome. $2 donation please. Simple activities, seated and standing, proven to improve balance, flexibility and strength. A fun social group; join us for a cuppa after class!
Lions Club of Pegasus Town Fundraising for local community projects as a volunteer. Support to club activities but having fun and friendship. New members are very welcome. Dinner meetings on 4th Wednesday of month (own cost). For more details contact Brian on 027 958 8888.
Anzac Service 2021 Woodend’s Anzac Service will take place on Saturday 24 April 2021 at 6pm at the Woodend Community Centre with part of the service being conducted outside at the War memorial. Woodend Lions extends an invitation to our local communities to attend and join in the remembrance service. Please bring along a wreath or cut flowers as there is an opportunity to participate in the wreath laying ceremony.
Kaiapoi Community Garden Kaiapoi Community Garden Open Day Market! 10am - 1pm Sunday 7 March 2021 Hilton Street, Kaiapoi Bring your family & come join us for some fun! Stalls, hot food, kids’ activities & 50c clothing items! Flax weaving and a floral arrangement workshops (free!) Our opening hours are: Monday 10am - 12pm and Wednesday 10am - 12pm
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WORMS....not our favourite topic but..... Surveys in New Zealand show a large number of adult cats and dogs have intestinal worms. Although most appear externally healthy, some of these worms can cause illness to children and vulnerable adult humans. Even though people are cleaning up their cat and doggy doos, soil samples in parks and gardens still show high numbers of infective larvae, so regular effective worming is very important. Remember that not all wormers are equal. Disappointingly some do not kill all of the worms our pets can get Please feel free to talk with our friendly vets and nurses to choose the right product for you.
CONTACTS:
PHONE: 03 312 2669 EMAIL: pawsvets@gmail.com
ADDRESS: 71 Main North Road, Woodend (between vegetable and coffee shops) HOURS: 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday 8.30am - 6.30pm Wednesdays
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