Rural Sector Extra 2020 by Wairarapa Times-Age

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Langlands Motorcycles

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Index

Agtec ��7

NZR Real Estate ��31

Bayleys Wairarapa ��10

Pakohe Lime ��13

Blackbelt Farm Fencing ��15

Parkers Roading & Contracting ��3

Brooks Refrigeration Services ��11 B.W. O’Brien and Co Ltd ��4

PGG Wrightson Retail ��9

Cabernet Foods ��22

Pinfolds Transport [2018] Ltd ��13

Cable Guy Wairarapa ��3

Poto College House ��15

Ceva Animal Health [NZ] Ltd ��21

Property Brokers ��16

Cheers Auto & Tyres Ltd ��20 Clean Sweep Woolsheds ��28 Cooper Farm Services ��4 Deco Precasters ��6 Dung Beetle Innovations ��5 Fagan Motors ��32 Fagan Motorcycles ��9 Forest360 ��18 Gawith Burridge ��24 GV Electrical & Pumping ��18 Hepburn Builders ��28 Irrigation Services ��8

Property Wash Wairarapa ��12 Qlabs ��23 Quality Sheds ��30 Rathkeale College ��25 Seeds & Cereals ��11 Sellar & Sellar ��25 Sharpes Stock Feeds ��14 STIHL SHOP Masterton ��30

The Langlands sales team (from left) Grant Langlands, Brock Surridge and Grey Martin.

Langlands Motorcycles here to help farmers When farmers come into Langlands Motorcycles, they know there will be three sales staff who understand what they are looking for. Grant Langland established the business in 1994 and has been selling ATVs, Side-By-Sides and motorcycles to Wairarapa’s rural community ever since. Grey Martin grew up on a dairy farm at Kahutara in South Wairarapa and has been selling Hondas with Langlands for over ten years.

“try before they buy” with the sales team happy to take a bike on-farm for a try out.”

Brock Surridge, born and bred in Masterton, has been a keen dirt biker for many years and is a fully qualified motorcycle mechanic turned salesperson. Honda Motorcycles sells more ATVs and Side-By-Sides in New Zealand than any brand, with a large number of them ending up on New Zealand farms.

TFM Tractors ��6 The Boat Shed & Autos ��24

Which is where Grant, Grey and Brock’s knowledge and experience come in.

Tumu ITM Masterton ��23 ViaBull ��27

If you choose the wrong bike, Grant points out, you may find it won’t do the job properly, and is likely to require more servicing and maintenance.

Customers are “ always welcome to

Langlands Motorcycles has the biggest range of ATVs and Side-By-Sides in Wairarapa, with one to suit every person, every farm and every purpose.

Stock Ezy NZ ��14

They can match farmers and workers with the bike that is best suited to their needs.

So at Langlands they help you to find the right bike that is fit for the purpose you need it for. Customers are always welcome to “try before they buy” with the sales team happy to take a bike on-farm for a try out.

In many cases though, Grant points out, farmers usually know what works for them and often purchase the latest model of a Honda they are already happy with. Honda also offers a range of two wheelers that dairy farmers in particularly find a less expensive, but never-the-less effective tool.

YOUR LOCAL HOME OF

Wairarapa Mitsubishi ��29

HONDA & HUSQVARNA

Langlands Motorcycles ��2

Wairarapa Hunting & Fishing ��29

WE SERVICE TOO!

Lift Tech Transport ��26

Western Auto Mart ��22

Lindsay NZ ��20 Massons ��19

Williams Trucking/ Tinui Freight ��27

Norwood ��26

WIZwireless Ltd ��19

Joe’s Tyres ��12 Lamberts Engineering ��7

Publication feature writers: David Famularo and Erin Kavanagh-Hall

MASTERTON

GREYTOWN

11 Chapel Street P: 06 378 8444

2491 State Highway 2 P: 06 304 8482

www.langlandshonda.co.nz

2020 3 Parkers Roading and Contracting

Robin Parker (left) and co-worker Ross Anderson in front of their fleet of trucks.

Earthmoving made easy With decades of experience behind him, and an impressive fleet of vehicles at his disposal, no earthwork job is too challenging for Robin Parker and his team. Based on Kokotau Road, Parkers Roading and Contracting specialises in road construction, maintenance and excavation services from a simple driveway, to a dressage training ground, to a major farm irrigation system, to a sprawling new subdivision. “Town or country, if you need earthworks done, we can offer a full range of services,” Robin says. “Basically, anything that requires a digger, we can do it.” Roading makes up a large chunk of the business - including laying, metalling and reinforcing roads, residential driveways, access ways, and forestry roading, as well as maintenance and re-surfacing of existing drives and roads. Over the past couple of years, the Parkers’ team has been kept busy installing roading and driveways at new subdivisions throughout Wairarapa, particularly in and around Carterton, Featherston, Masterton, and as far away as Tora. And, thanks to the region’s everexpanding population, there’s plenty more work to be done.

“The subdivisions are the bigger jobs - they can take several weeks, and use the range of our machinery,” Robin says. ‘We’ve got many more in the pipeline.” Farm work also makes up a large part of the Parkers’ operation - including the creation of farm tracks, digging of effluent ponds, offal pits, culverts, and dams and grading and metalling roads and tracks. Parkers also offers land clearing with its 20 tonne Komutsu Bull Dozer.

Today people are spoiled for choice when it comes to what they can watch on TV - free-to-air, Sky, TV On Demand, Netflix, YouTube and more.

Sean can set up Smart televisions to access Netflix, YouTube and other streaming services or ‘non Smart’ TVs with Chromecast or Apple TV so that internet content can be viewed.

But one thing that hasn’t changed is that they still need a television set, plus He can also install home theatre a host of other devices from Freeview systems. boxes & Chromecasts or Sean goes the extra Apple TVs to aerials and mile for his customers, satellite dishes. Generally, I’ve got mounting televisions on a good idea of what Sean Nyboer is able walls, and making sure to install and problem the problem is when I that TV outlets are in solve anything to do the best locations and visit. Most jobs can be cables neatly installed. with a TV.

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completed in one to

New to the fleet are two Mitsubishi Fuso trucks for bulk cartage of materials, including a full range of grades of metal available from Parkers metal yard, as well as trailers, graders and rollers. Robin says he enjoys “seeing a project through from beginning to end, and helping customers achieve their vision”.

For homes with satellite dishes, these often need parts replaced or realignment, he says.

A demanding work schedule - but one made easier by Robin’s dedicated drivers and operators, and powerful fleet of vehicles and diggers. These include a CAT320 excavator, 14 tonne Hyundai, an ‘old faithful’ Mitsubishi 12 tonne, a 20 tonne KATO for metal extraction, and a 5.5 tonne Hitachi complete with tilt buckets and augers for drilling.

EARTHWORKS da

Book yours in to

• Irrigation dams

Phone Robin 8909, • Stock water dams 027 546 • Lifestyle block ponds We also do a wide range of379 digger work including dam and pond or A/hours 06 6757 maintenance, water tabling,drain clearing, building sites, demolition, river protection, tree clearing, new roading and farm tracks. galtimore@wise.net.nz Make Parkers Roading and Contracting your first port of call for earthworks or roading Phone Robin 027 546 8909 Or A/hours 06 379 6757 galtimore@wise.net.nz

Got an issue with your TV – call Sean Nyboer

He brings 13 years Owners of newly two hours.” of experience to built homes are often each job, assisted in disappointed to administration by Caroline Nyboer. discover the house has been wired to a standard plan which is not suitable. Over the years Sean has found Sean can rectify this situation. everything from trees and hills, to rideon mowers and egg incubators have Or better still, he can customise the affected reception. cabling for a new home in the first place. “Generally, I’ve got a good idea of what the problem is when I visit. Most jobs Sean also looks after businesses, and can be completed in one to two hours.” provides solutions for rural broadband customers through Wireless Nation. Hills and lines of trees can be a particular problem in areas in Sean has earned a reputation for Wairarapa where people are using an being friendly and trustworthy, with Ultra High Frequency (UHF) aerial to customers regularly commenting on pick up reception from the tower sited how impressed and happy they are east of Greytown, Sean says. with his work.

T PONDS N E U L F F E O D E W y!

• Dairy effluent ponds

Cable Guy Wairarapa

Phone 06 378 7548 or Email office@cableguy.nz

Wairarapa’s specialist in HOME | COMMERCIAL | DIGITAL INSTALLATION Installation of

From roading to effluent ponds

• TV’s, aerials & satellite dishes

WE GET THE JOB DONE!

• Home theatre systems

• Freeview • Structured network cabling • Pre-wiring for new homes & renovations

We guarantee the best possible reception www.cableguywairarapa.co.nz

Phone 06 378 7548 office@cableguy.nz

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Cooper Farm Services

B.W. O’Brien and Co Ltd

3 generations of refrigeration Specialists in dairy and water solutions Probably the last thing you expect to find in the middle of Carterton’s boutique shopping centre is a set of milking machines. But Cooper Farm Services is as rural a business as you can get. The Carterton-based company supplies, installs, and services rotary milking platforms and milking machines to farms as far north as Hawke’s Bay. Its other specialist areas include milk cooling, water filtration, pumps, effluent systems, solar pumps, silos, pipes and fittings and plumbing. Founded by Wayne and Michelle Cooper, their son Ethan is now Managing Director, with son Sam and daughter-in-law Arnia also employed by the business. With a background in agricultural engineering, Wayne has been working in the industry in Wairarapa and Waikato for 35 years. Both Ethan and Sam are registered milking machine testers and presently completing their plumbing apprenticeships under the guidance of Stewart Atkinson who is the business’ registered plumber, gas fitter and drain layer.

able to supply and install GEA Westfalia and Milfos milking machines. It is also the Master Dealer for Davey water products in Wairarapa, supplying and installing pumps, water filtration. The team are filtration specialists which is seeing increasing demand as rural residents understand the health risks posed by contamination, the need for iron and magnesium removal, and problems caused by corrosion of copper and brass fittings. Coopers Farm Services is the exclusive North Island dealer for Australian brand SolarWaterPumps, with engineer Craig Burcher installing these. Solar pumps are cheaper to install when the pump is a long way from an electrical power source, and there are no on-going line fees or charges. Craig is the go-to man in regards to sourcing any product and can put his hand to any engineering work. Michelle is Office Manager, Arnia Marketing & Accounts, and Sarah Butler Office Administrator. Coopers Farm Services has a huge range of parts, pipes and fitting in its showroom at 35 High Street North, with Michelle and Arnia able to help with any questions.

Cooper Farm Services is the Wairarapa dealer for GEA Farm Technologies, and

Cooper Farm Services Ltd

There’s a saying that ‘the family that plays together, stays together’. The O’Brien family goes one step further and also works together – very successfully, it seems! The O’Brien family has been helping Wairarapa both cool down and stay warm for over four decades – and they are showing no signs of slowing down. In 1974, Bernie O’Brien began his refrigeration and air conditioning business in Masterton and in 1980, his son Lyn purchased the business with wife, Colleen. These days, both their son and daughter work within the business. Returning from Covid-19 it seems Wairarapa is booming and so is the refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump industry. B.W. O’Brien is a specialised refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump business, which is able to find a solution for any area whether it be the home, the office, the farm or the café. When asked, the O’Brien’s will say, the refrigeration industry never sleeps, you can’t predict a break down and when a break down occurs, a repair is required urgently. They have a specialised team ready and waiting to assist.

Refrigeration

B.W. O’Brien works with its clients to design, install, service and maintain all commercial refrigeration.

Commercial:

This includes: glass door chillers; display chillers; walk-in chillers and freezers; cool rooms; blast freezers;

ice machines; chilled water units and glycol chillers.

On the farm:

B.W. O’Brien is a DTS contractor. Partnering Dairy Technology Services, B.W. O’Brien installs, services and maintains the refrigeration on the majority of dairy farms throughout the region.

Heat Pumps and air-conditioning

B.W. O’Brien is Wairarapa’s only accredited Daikin Dealer. Whether you need to heat or cool the home, office or a commercial building, B.W. O’Brien can help. Heat pumps are an efficient and effective way to heat any area. No-obligation, free quotes and home assessments are offered, to ensure that the heat pump is sized correctly and is the right unit to do the job.

Vehicle Air-Conditioning

Vehicle air-conditioning requires maintenance just like your home air-conditioning. B.W. O’Brien has specifically trained engineers available to service and repair vehicle airconditioning. B.W. O’Brien also visit the farms and forestry blocks to maintain heavy vehicle air-conditioning. As a local business, B. W. O’Brien is extremely proud to be able to serve the local community and believes in supporting schools, organisations and individuals. Its proud name will be seen in many places. B. W. O’Brien. Truly a family and community affair proud to be part of Wairarapa.

B.W. O’BRIEN & CO. LTD. Refrigeration Air conditioning & Heatpumps

Call in and see our friendly team for all your water solutions, we are more than happy to visit any site and offer free quotes Wairarapa wide. From safe drinking water, water storage, water pumps and irrigation, call in and have a chat today. • Plumbing, Gas Fitting & Drainlaying • Quality Solar Water pumps • UV Water Filtration Systems • Water pumps • Water Tanks • Garden Irrigation • Guttering & Spouting • Waste Fittings & PVC Fittings 35 High Street North, Carterton Phone 06 379 5239 www.cooperfarmservices.co.nz

For all your Farm Refrigeration Needs On Farm Vats, Walk-in Chillers & Freezers, Dairy Refrigeration Ph: 06 378 2288 | Mobile: 027 442 5022 Email: office@bwo.co.nz www.heatpumpswairarapa.co.nz

2020 5 Dung Beetle Innovations

Plenty of reasons to release dung beetles There are two things farmers like - a sure bet, and exponential growth. With dung beetles they get both. Plus Wairarapa farmers enjoy the bonus of a 50 per cent discount on the purchase price of their dung beetles, thanks to funding from Greater Wellington Regional Council. Over 70 Wairarapa farmers have already got their dung beetles from Dung Beetle Innovations, which is commercially selling them in New Zealand. Dung Beetle Innovations was founded by two dung beetle enthusiasts. Andrew Barber project managed the Dung Beetle Release Strategy Group, an MPI farmer-led project to import dung beetles into New Zealand, while internationally recognised entomologist Dr Shaun Forgie was the lead scientist for the project. Inspired by their desire to see the dung beetle improve New Zealand’s soils and waterways, the two men established Dung Beetle Innovations as a commercial enterprise.

Geotrupes springer.

A large array of nesting holes under cow pats. These holes go down to 45-65cm in heavy soils and over a metre in friable soils.

Shaun matches the species to the type of farm they will be released on, and gives advice on where to release them, which is very easy to do.

The Benefits include:

Now they want to see as many Wairarapa farmers as possible enjoy the benefits provided by the dung beetle by purchasing a Now they want to see Four Seasons Package as many Wairarapa farmers of dung beetles for $3000 - half the usual as possible enjoy the cost. benefits provided by the

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Four Seasons, because you need at least four different species to cover different times of the year.

dung beetle by purchasing a Four Seasons Package of dung beetles for $3000 half the usual cost”

Andrew points out this is a one-off cost, with no further spending or maintenance required. There are 11 species allowed in New Zealand with seven presently in production.

Raising dung beetles is like planting trees, says Andrew. “It takes two or three years to get established. Then by about year five there is a noticeable population. Around year nine they are at the farm’s carry capacity and start fanning out.”

For $6000, or just $3000 in the GWRC partnership programme, the dung beetles will bring multiple benefits to a farm and pay for themselves in greater farm productivity, Andrew says.

Classic soil push-ups resulting from dung beetle nesting activity.

■ Increased aeration of the soil allowing water to penetrate better, resulting in increased grass growth ■ Enhanced forage palatability ■ Reduced run-off and better retention of dung and urine in the soil. ■ Reduced infection of livestock by parasitic worms ■ Reduced fly pests and human disease ■ Reduced greenhouse gas emissions ■ Increased soil carbon – GHG storage For more information and to order visit dungbeetles.co.nz Phone 021 040 8685 or email shaun@dungbeetles.co.nz Soil profile following dung beetle activity. Dung resource underground rather than sitting on top as a contaminant.

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TFM Tractors

Deco Precasters

Deco Precasters – rural Introducing James Hannon precast concrete specialists to the Retail Sales team James with the Fendt.

TFM Tractors is pleased to have James Hannon on its retail sales team. James previously worked at Tulloch Farm Machines for eight years, before working on a dairy farm. He went on to become a parts assistant for Toyota, making his way through vehicle sales to become branch manager for four years. “I have a proud history with Tullochs, having had both my father and grandfather work here before me.” James can assist with all the products sold at TFM Tractors. Based at Solway, Masterton, TFM Tractors holds the franchise for the AGCO group of brands Massey Ferguson, Fendt and Iseki. The Massey Ferguson 5700 series has proved particularly popular, with Massey Ferguson taking the sub-130hp tractor and re-engineering it from the ground up to meet the needs of present-day farming. The 5700 Series, TFM Tractor’s top seller, is suitable for a variety of purposes and is especially popular with dairy and sheep & beef farmers. The larger Fendt models, such as the 724, have found favour with agricultural

contractors while the smaller models such as the 209Vs are being used on many vineyards around Wairarapa. TFM Tractors sells AGCO Green Harvest for hay gear and balers, BA Pumps & Sprayers [Bertolini], Buckton trailers and bale feeders, Farmgard mulchers, spikes rotors, and grader blades, and Fieldmaster toppers and mowers, and any other equipment as required by clients.

If you need pre-cast concrete products for your farm or lifestyle property you don’t need to travel farther than Bentley Street, Masterton. Deco Precasters is a Masterton manufacturer who can supply precast concrete products for virtually all rural requirements including stock water troughs, septic tanks, water tanks, well liners, and pump chambers. They also manufacturer pre-cast concrete slabs and panels for bridges, dairy sheds, utility sheds and other farm buildings, and loading ramps.

TFM Tractors serves the rural community from Pahiatua to Wellington.

Basically anything you want can be made to measure, using engineered certified concrete.

It sells products that are built to withstand local conditions, and provides excellent after-sales support.

Deco Precasters have a good range of culvert pipes, manhole risers, troughs and cast iron ware in stock.

It puts an emphasis on training its workshop technicians, all of whom are AGCO trained.

Deco Precasters has a steel casting bed – 10.5 metres by 4.8 metres – being put to good use for a variety of large scale concrete casting projects.

Its mobile mechanics do the majority of repairs and servicing out in the field, and TFM Tractors has a big range of tractor parts and engineering parts. For any queries contact Cyril Butler, Retail Sales Manager Phone 027 294 5010 James Hannon, Retail Sales Phone 027 307 2158

Also popular is a ground & polished concrete service which is being used for affordable and attractive products such as bench tops, table tops, fire heaths, and seats, with a lot of customised projects. There’s no need to go outside Wairarapa for concrete products,

Deco Precasters owner Graham McClymont says. “Everything is made locally. So every time you buy a product from Deco Precasters you are supporting local people and five families.”

WE SPECIALISE IN ANYTHING

TFM TRACTORS

CONCRETE

“FOR SUPPORT YOU CAN TRUST”

• Bridge Slabs • Tilt slabs • Water tanks & troughs • Chemical / Killing sheds

www.tfmtractors.nz 300 High Street, Solway, Masterton Shorty 027 294 5010 James 027 307 2158 06 370 0390

Support Wairarapa

BUY LOCAL

DECO CONCRETE GREEN HARVEST HAY TOOLS

Bentley Street, Masterton

Call us today Phone: 06 378 8757 www.decoprecasters.co.nz

2020 7 Lamberts Engineering

where service isn’t promised - it’s delivered

Payment Plan takes pain out of breakdowns Unexpected costs are one of the farmer’s biggest headaches. Often they are caused by an unexpected automotive or mechanical failure. Which is why Lamberts Engineering has introduced its new Monthly Payment Plan.

The Plan is available to everyone, not just farmers - agricultural contractors, forestry businesses, apiarists, lifestyle property owners and anyone who can see the benefit of it.

As the name suggests, the Plan allows regular monthly payments, based on previous years’ typical annual expenses. For example, if a dairy farm spends around $20,000 a year, their monthly payments would be a little over $1600. With the plan the price will be tailored to what the client feels comfortable paying per month. Being able to manage a major cost blow-out is only one of the benefits of the Plan however. The Plan includes 24/7 call outs with no call-out fee within normal trading hours. After hours will incur a nominal charge. Clients on the plan will receive priority service, no mileage charge and all hours will be charged at a discounted rate. So overall the plan will save time and money.

So any business can take advantage of Lamberts Engineering’s Mobile Engineering Workshop. The call-outs will be handled by Tom Scott who is a qualified engineer, trained in hydraulics and also a diesel mechanic. Tom was trained by Lamberts’ co-owner John Brogden and has just returned from nine years in Australia. Tom will come out to any workplace to fix problems with farm machinery, trucks, utes, tractors, milking sheds, hydraulics, electrical, irrigation equipment and anything else.

Fence-Pro Mule Post Rammer Valve • 4m Rigid Mast • 5 Bankractor Ext ike Sp (1 Spare) • Rock ck • 90mm Spike • 270kg BloLink Top & ilt • Hydraulic Side-T • 2 Year Warranty +GST Special $15,250.00

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If he can’t fix the problem on site, Tom will bring it back to the Masterton workshop to repair it. The Payment Plan is due to start in September 2020.

SERVICE PLAN AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER

Feeder Burkhart Bale rviced se r, In top orde ST $3,750.00 +G

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Lamberts Engineering keeping costs down and providing 24/7 cover!

Farmers Lifestylers – Loggers Contractors

• Qualiﬁed mobile engineer, diesel mechanic & hydraulics specialist • On site welding, servicing and repairs. Full workshop backup • Regular budgeted payments available for all on site & mobile work

Spreader Walco T1300 nne hopper to 1 Twin Spinner, 0 +GST $6,550.0

r Harrow Pottinger 3m Powe order od go in r, lle Ro Cage $6,850.00 +GST

• Reduced hourly rate and no call out fee Monday to Friday normal hours for Plan holders • Drive shaft manufacturing & repair • All Agricultural equipment covered • Diesel & petrol engine rebuilds • All wheels repaired • In house hoist & mechanic

80 Lincoln Road, Masterton P | 06 3774988 E | john@lambertsengineering.com W | www.lambertsengineering.com OPEN - Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm

Sam 4.75 Spreader Hydraulic twin spinner. Fully Refurbished $22,350.00 +GST

Discs Hooper 2020 m wide 3 r, de or In good ST $6,800.00 +G

06 370 1212 | www.agtec.co.nz 315 Ngaumutawa Rd, Masterton

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Irrigation Services

Waste not, want not: making the most of dairy effluent Dairy effluent: a common feature in milking sheds, an environmental headache for territorial authorities and, if used correctly, liquid gold for farmers. That’s where Irrigation Services comes in – offering the Wairarapa dairy community practical and low-maintenance solutions for keeping paddocks fertilised and waterways protected. Irrigation Services, in operation since 1995, specialises in the design and supply of irrigation systems – assisting farmers, crop growers and viticulturists with water storage and distribution. The company, which has offices in Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa and Central Otago, installs systems to meet a range of requirements, including paddock hydration, crop maintenance, effluent spreading, and frost protection. Wairarapa Manager Ben Coulson says his Masterton team has been kept busy helping farmers with effluent storage and discharge – a pressing concern in the agricultural sector in light of environmental concerns and stricter regulations.

We keep things “ straightforward. We like to cut

as dams, which can be set up using its sister company, I.S Dam Lining - , ensuring they comply with local body regulations.

to the chase and find out what farmers need without adding any unnecessary complications.”

The company is Farm Dairy Effluent System Design Accredited, meaning it can complete an effluent storage assessment applying the Dairy Effluent Storage Calculator to evaluate effluent management systems. IS Dam Lining is the only pond lining company in New Zealand that is FDE Accredited, so we know the full principals and mechanics of the design system from the milking shed to the paddock.

Effluent is ubiquitous on dairy farms – on average, a dairy cow produces two to four litres of waste for every litre of milk. When milking sheds are hosed down, the result is close to 67 million litres of effluent produced each milking year. To prevent the flow of waste into water bodies, farmers are opting to store effluent, using either ponds or lined dams, and spread it over their pastures using a travelling irrigator or sprinkler system. With more Wairarapa farmers now conscious of their environmental responsibilities, Ben says quality irrigation systems are in high demand.

Ben Coulson, Wairarapa Manager.

out, and effluent spreaders are now noncompliant with regulations – so farmers are looking to upgrade. “It’s up to us to install the systems which use the least amount of infrastructure, are the most cost-effective for the farmers, and which help make the best use of waste.”

“Our workload has pretty much doubled over the last year.

Ben says discharging effluent to land is not only beneficial to waterways, but is a valuable resource to farmers – acting as natural liquid fertiliser.

“A lot of resource consents [allowing discharge into waterways] are running

Containing nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and magnesium, effluent is

www.irrigationservices.co.nz

known among farmers as “liquid gold”. Irrigation Services can install a variety of systems to facilitate effluent spreading – including a travelling cannon device, which can disperse effluent over a wide distance in a short period of time. “We use the Torpedo brand, which is very efficient and easy to use,” Ben says. “We want to make sure paddocks are getting the nutrients they need, and in the right areas.” Irrigation Services is also able to help farmers establish effluent storage – such

Ben and the Wairarapa team are backed up by an experienced design team in the Hastings office – able to apply science and engineering in order to deliver the optimum solution to suit each individual farm. “We are the only company [in Wairarapa] that specialises in irrigation as our core business – and our hydraulic solutions have been tested and proven,” Ben says. “We keep things straightforward. We like to cut to the chase and find out what farmers need without adding any unnecessary complications.”

2020 9 PGG Wrightson Retail

CHANGE UP FOR

The Sales Representative Team, from left, Angela, Hanna, Ian, Gavin, Ashley.

Your local rural supplies team

#FIRST ON 4 WHEELS

When you visit PGG Wrightson’s Masterton store, you immediately feel like you are a part of the rural community. As soon as you walk through the door, you are greeted by one of the customer sales representatives, all of whom come from local rural backgrounds.

The store has one of the best selections of rural wear in Wairarapa from the practical to the fashionable.

“One thing I hear a lot from our customers is that our service is exceptional, which is exactly what we strive to do,” says Store Manager Angela Parkinson.

These products are developed in New Zealand specifically for the needs of Kiwi farms and livestock.

“We provide a lot of one-on-one assistance, helping our customers find what they are looking for.” Angela joined the store nearly six years ago, and became store manager one year ago.

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PGG Wrightson supports local business and the economy by stocking New Zealand’s own “VETMED” Animal Health products as its preferred range.

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customers is that our service is exceptional, which is exactly what we strive to do.”

She lives on a Masterton lifestyle property with her husband where they run a small cattle and sheep block. Angela has been an equestrian all her life. She points out that the Lincoln Road store’s huge range of products cater to both rural and urban customers. Not surprisingly, there are many products directed at farmers from fencing, to agricultural chemicals, seed, animal health, stock feed and irrigation. But there are just as many that are useful for lifestyle and urban residents, such as animal feed and nutrition, pet supplies, and home and garden supplies and general merchandise.

Hanna Whitehead grew up on her family’s sheep & beef farm at Tinui and previously worked as an “on-to-farm” representative for PGG Wrightson in Christchurch. Ashley Greer spends a lot of time on her partner’s parent’s farm in the Wainuioru district. She worked as a shepherd before she came to PGG Wrightson and is actively involved in Young Farmers. Ian Lucas is an integral team member and has been a farmer for much of his life. Ian is highly regarded for his previous rural delivery business “Tinui Freight”. Geoffrey Horrobin – Arable rep with over 40 years experience. Spencer Southey – Horticulture rep.

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2020 11 Brooks Refrigeration Services

Seeds & Cereals

Technical Advisers here to help seed & grain farmers

Rural Refrigeration, Heat Pumps and Air-Conditioning

Farmers are the heart of Seeds & Cereals. The Masterton-based company works with them to grow, harvest, and sell seeds and grains throughout the lower North Island. Seeds & Cereals is a “circular” business, in that it is involved throughout the growing season, from planting, to harvest, to sale of seed and grain, to replanting the next year.

Rural refrigeration, heat pumps and air-conditioning are a specialty of Brooks Refrigeration Services. Adam Brooks has worked locally within the rural sector for the past 19 years.

It works closely with its farming clients, to help them grow healthy crops with high returns.

With a wealth of local knowledge, Brooks Refrigeration Services can carry out all types of repairs to get your old refrigeration unit back up and running again!

To achieve this, Seeds & Cereals employs four Technical Advisers – Bruce Tocher, Paul Holden, Pearse McGougan, and Gemma Dorotich. They all have a hands-on role in helping farmers to manage their cropping and re-grassing programmes. They also have extensive knowledge and the resources to manage nutritional requirements.

If needed, Adam can also supply and build everything from dog tucker/ home kill chillers and freezers to ice makers and water chillers. He is also a specialist in repairing all types of automotive air-conditioning systems. From cars, trucks and tractors to combine harvesters, re-gassing and leak testing, parts replacement and all other manner of other repairs. Not forgetting about your home heating either. Brooks Refrigeration Services can offer all of the top brands of heat pumps and so ensure you have the correct

heat pump to suit your budget and your needs, from a small unit to suit your home office to a large unit to heat your entire home. Adam also has a Hire/Loan Chiller available to keep everyone running! Call Adam today for a no-obligation, free quote Phone 027 505 8225.

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The Technical Advisers can also broker the sale of farmers’ grain, baleage, hay and straw to other farmer clients, as well as on-sell these through its Wairarapa and Hawke’s Bay retail stores. Bruce is the owner of Seeds & Cereals and has been involved in farming, agricultural contracting, and seed & grain all his life. Paul has specialised in seed and grain for over 20 years, Pearse grew up on a dairy farm, and Gemma on a cattle stud. Pearse and Gemma both have degrees in agricultural science.

Paul Holden Hawke’s Bay M: 021 308 735

Gemma Dorotich Northern Wairarapa Central Hawkes Bay M: 021 308 292

Pearse McGougan Manawatu M: 021 308 629

Bruce Tocher Wairarapa M: 0274 302 642

Paul says, the circular nature of the business means that Seeds & Cereals can ensure total quality control from planting to harvest and sale. “This means that our growers know they are buying a quality product.”

Bruce points out that one of the important features of Seeds & Cereals is that it is a privately owned business.

Gemma points out that the Technical Advisers visit farms regularly, and even more often during the growing season.

“We have access to a huge diversity of products and knowledge that can be tailored to suit a particular region and individual farming enterprise.”

“Our goal is to work with growers, contractors and end users to create and re-create opportunities and solutions to produce a combined outcome.”

SEEDS & CEREALS 0800 21 31 41 173 Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton www.seedscereals.co.nz

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Joe’s Tyres

Property Wash Wairarapa

Joe’s Tyres - proud to keep Wairarapa rolling 24/7 during Covid-19.

Proud to keep Wairarapa rolling 24/7 Business didn’t slow down for Joe’s Tyres during the Covid-19 lockdown. The lockdown occurred at a busy time in autumn for farmers and agricultural contractors. Classed as an “essential service”, the team at Joe’s Tyres travelled all over Wairarapa, fixing punctures, tyre damage, and any other issues.

“So it’s a precarious juggling act to ensure our clients are cared for in a timely and professional manner,” says Colin.

Located on the corner of Villa and Wrigley streets, Joe’s Tyres focuses We make every effort on quality tyres like to provide quick service Kumho, Goodride, Goodyear, Hankook for our agricultural and many others, and clients.” on quality service.

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The lockdown experience was typical of the Masterton business’ commitment to its customers, says owner Colin Richardson. “We make every effort to provide quick service for our agricultural clients.” Among the clients helped during the lockdown was Scott’s Ag Contracting. Managing Director Rhys Scott says Joe’s Tyres was always available for call-out work during the lockdown, fixing all types of tyre problems.

The importance of having quality tyres on the road, and in the paddock, can’t be over-stated, Colin says, “especially in the depth of winter when conditions are challenging”. Joe’s Tyres is a family business owned by Colin and wife Milli, who does a lot of the administration. There are six staff including Commercial Fleet Manager Hayden Bennett.

“We’ve always found them prompt and reliable. There were no hold-ups which is very important for our business.” Around 85 per cent of Joe’s Tyre’s work is commercial, and often in the field.

PROUD TO KEEP YOU ROLLING 24/7 INDEPENDENT TYRE SUPPLY, FITTINGS, AND SERVICING WE SPECIALISE IN COMMERCIAL AND AGRICULTURE.

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Farm machinery, dairy sheds, woolsheds & more Property Wash Wairarapa is available for all rural jobs - farm machinery, wool sheds, dairy sheds, implement sheds, farm houses and anything else you have in mind.

All dust, dirt, spider webs and road grime will be removed.

We provide pre-paint and pre-sale washes, wash decks, driveways, roofs and gutters, treat moss and mould, and All jobs are quoted spray for spiders.

We provide an affordable quality washing service as a fixed price before All jobs are quoted as anywhere in Wairarapa. the job is done. You will a fixed price before We have a mobile the job is done. You never pay more.” hot wash/steam will never pay more. cleaner which we can We guarantee all workmanship. take anywhere on a farm or lifestyle property. We are a member of Hazard Co and have the appropriate certification for For homes, our property wash can working at heights. Property Wash prolong the life of an expensive paint Wairarapa Ltd is 100% locally owned. job, keep it looking fantastic and If you are looking to wash your house, maintain its value. choose the professionals A standard house wash involves Call us today for your no-obligation applying a specially formulated FREE quote. Contact David Pope detergent and then brushing the Phone 06 304 9653 outside of the gutters, eves, house or 027 304 9653 or visit walls, down to the foundations. www.propertywashwairarapa.co.nz This is then rinsed off with a low pressure wash using a wide span nozzle.

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2020 13 Pinfolds Transport (2008 Ltd)

Pakohe Lime

Rob (left) and Jaime McMaster – the third and fourth generation of Pakohe Lime Company.

Scientist praises ideal agricultural lime at Pakohe Lime Company

Pinfolds Transport turns 100 When you need your livestock transported, we’ve got you covered.

■ NAIT wand for your NAIT reading requirements

Pinfolds is a family-run business that has been transporting livestock across the North Island since 1920.

■ All our Crates are MAF accredited

Established by Walter Pinfold, his son Podge oversaw the growth of the business for 61 years, and it is now owned by his son Steve Pinfold and wife Karen. Pinfolds is a family business with strong family values. Because of this strong history, we’re experienced and well equipped when it comes to transporting your livestock. Quality Reliable Service

Getting livestock from A to B is only part of the job at Pinfolds. We’re dedicated to providing you with great quality service every step of the way. You know your stock is in good hands when it’s with us. Here’s why: ■ Great drivers experienced with herd shifts

■ Members of the NZ Livestock Assurance Programme (NZLTA) ■ Members of the Road Transport Association (RTA) since 1946 ■ Able to cart to any works within the North Island Here at Pinfolds we take great pride in our staff. Our drivers are the forefront of our business. Without people, we don’t have a business. Our experienced team provide services to a wide range of people including farmers, livestock agents, and meat processing companies. Pinfolds also believes in supporting the local community. We have been a part of the Golden Shears for well over 40 years. We are proud to support sports teams in our area. We are also proud to once again be a Life Flight Community Partner for 2020.

■ Experienced at farm-to-farm store stock ■ Cartage of bobby calves for Alliance ■ Serving Feilding and Masterton stock sales

So, when you need your livestock transported, trust the experts. Give Steve at Pinfolds a call today. CALL 0800 4 STOCK for all your livestock cartage needs.

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Pakohe Lime Company has been supplying Wairarapa with agricultural lime for over 70 years.

■ improve the uptake of major plant nutrients (NPK) Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium

It is the only lime quarry south of Carterton, located in hill country to the southeast of Martinborough.

■ improve water penetration in your soil

The quarry was established in 1938 by JP McMaster on the family farm. Three generations later it is still a family-operated business, run by the founder’s grandson Rob McMaster, helped along by fourth generation quarry worker Jamie McMaster. A visiting geologist has said the lime deposits in the quarry are from eight to 10 million years old. He also said “the lime at Pakohe is very high in quality” and “is a soft lime which is very porous and readily available to plant life”. The most common way to increase soil pH is lime (CaCO3 or MgCO3) in the form of finely ground agricultural lime. It can be used to: ■ neutralise soil acidity ■ encourage micro-organism and earthworm activity resulting in better soil structure

■ maximise crop yield ■ improve the quality of your silage and hay ■ improve animal health ■ increase milk production ■ counteract leaching from excessive rainfall ■ improve both your pasture and your profit Pakohe Lime Company is open Mondays to Fridays to supply agricultural lime, raceway lime, driveway lime, silage pit base lime, and ornamental lime rocks. The quarry is seven kilometres along Dry River Road from the Lake Ferry Road turn-off. For orders and more information contact Rob on (06) 306 9638 or (027) 476 1745 Email pakohelime@gmail.com

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Sharpes Stock Feeds

Stock Ezy NZ

Making life easier for sheep farmers Stock Ezy is a new family-owned business. Sean Blenkin was a shearer as well as working on farms in Wairarapa, and for an animal handling company in Australia. He has maintained a passion for the industry and is now working with farmers and shearing contractors to improve, perfect and develop new products. The designs come from years of watching the behaviour of farmers and animals, and a good dose of common sense. You can see videos of them in action at www.stockezynz.com Sam, Lucy, William, Olivia and Sara Orsborn, and Ollie the jack russell.

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Quality stockfeed – 121 years and counting Over 120 years in operation, three generations at the helm, customers all over the lower North Island, ecofriendly and modern tech solutions, Sharpes Stock Feeds is up there with some of Wairarapa’s dynamic rural enterprises.

In addition to a quality product and strong client relationships, Sharpes is always looking at ways to be innovative– last year launching a mobile app. The app works by allowing farmers to set themselves up as a user, and place their order from anywhere, anytime.

The Carterton-based business has come a long way since it was established in 1899 – based in Petone, and catering to small farms.

The farmer is then alerted when their order has been dispatched. Farmers can also view their order history, and simply repeat orders.

Alan Orsborn bought Sharpes from founder John Sharpe in 1937, and eventually moved the manufacturing operation to Francis Line in 1980, where son Alastair Orsborn took over.

“We wanted to make life easier for our farmer clients in that busy time of year,” Sara says.

These days, under the leadership of Alastair and son Sam Orsborn, Sharpes Stock Feeds produces about 18,000 tonnes of stockfeed per year, and serves farming communities and businesses as far as Manawatu, Whanganui, Taranaki, and Hawke’s Bay. Sara Orsborn, Sam’s wife and marketing manager, attributes Sharpes’ success to a “consistent and quality product”, made from locally-sourced grains.

“At the moment, this will be great for calf rearers, who are ordering tonne loads of feed onto the farm.” Sharpes displayed its inventive traits yet again this year, creating a range of biodegradable feed bags for their poultry feed. These bags are made from recycled paper and cotton thread. Sam says one of the family’s proudest moments was being inducted into the Wellington Region Business Hall of Fame last year, in recognition of their contribution to the region’s economy.

The fold-away fadge holder was a development from Sean’s shearing days. Used for the 60th Golden Shears, the holder got very favourable reviews, cutting the fadge replacement time from three and a half, to one minute. It is light, tough, and structurally sound, with no weld joints or pins to lose. After requests from gardeners around New Zealand Sean has added wheels to the design as well as a floor to keep the fadge off the ground. It still folds up for easy storage and transport.

Stock Ezy Ewe Cradle Cross-frame cradles for supporting pregnant ewes have been around for many years. Sean has brought their best features together in a design made for today’s sheep. With farmers aiming for multiple births, pregnant ewes are much heavier and their udders bigger. The Stock Ezy cradle frame is width and height adjustable, supporting ewes from 40kg to 120kg. It is lightweight and easy-to-use with breathable fabric. Farmers can use it for sleepy sickness, cast ewes, bearing ewes, and mothering on lambs. When the farmer comes across a downer on his daily rounds, he can secure it in the cradle.

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Two backstops are bolted to the side of the race – one near the front and one at the back. Each backstop has an arm that the sheep pushes past as they go up the race. The arm then simply falls back to its default position behind their rear legs. Because it uses gravity, the backstop doesn’t have springs that can be damaged or lost. Simple but effective, the backstops are made heavy duty and will last a lifetime. Free delivery Wairarapa-wide during September, plus free fitting of Race Backstops.

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2020 15 Poto College House

Blackbelt Farm Fencing

Encouraging academic and sporting success

Plenty of stock sense behind fencing business

Poto College House provides a home away from home for many of the students who attend Wairarapa College. Located within the grounds of the college, Poto College House is the only co-educational boarding establishment on the East Coast. This makes it an attractive option for families who live rurally and would otherwise have to travel hundreds of kilometres each day to get their children to school. But it is the academic and sporting success of its boarders which is also encouraging parents to send their children to the hostel. Poto College House offers casual and full-time boarding up to five and a half days a week, till Saturday morning. The girls are accommodated in Wellwood and boys in Blackwood, with shared recreational areas, lounges, computer rooms, and expansive outdoor recreational facilities. The hostel has its own dining room and chef, with students enjoying breakfast, lunch and dinner each day. The walls of the hostel are lined with students who have achieved academic, sporting and cultural success in the past, including many head boys and girls.

The routines of the hostel make succeeding academically easier, says manager Stacey Grant. There are set times for homework with support from fellow students, tutors, and Wairarapa College teachers if needed.

Farming and fencing run in the blood of Jason and Michele Hood who started Blackbelt Farm Fencing last year. They both grew up on farms in Wairarapa, Jason on a sheep & beef farm, and Michele on a dairy farm.

Poto College House is also an excellent environment for students who harbour sporting ambitions, says Stacey.

The couple have run a dairy farm together in the past, and now live on a 2ha lifestyle property.

Previously the Development Officer for Wairarapa-Bush Rugby Union and last year the sports co-ordinator for Makoura College, Stacey is able to help them achieve their goals.

Jason has been fencing for 20 years and last year the couple decided to start their own fencing business, with a brand new 100hp Massey Ferguson 5710 tractor with sidemounted post rammer.

Stacey lives on site, as does the hostel’s matron Sharon Haeata, and three pairs of house parents.

Jason can do all types of fencing conventional, electric, post & rail, equine, deer, and goat.

Poto College House provides a whanau environment with everyone supporting each other, says Stacey.

Blackbelt Farm Fencing can build decorative fences for lifestyle properties, or construct cattle yards.

“It helps students to prepare for life when they leave school. They learn to be independent and accountable, with each student having domestic chores they have to carry out. The students make good friendships and lifelong bonds.”

The side-mounted post rammer is particularly convenient for fence repairs and fencing of drains and waterways.

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Because of Jason’s experience and knowledge, he is able to advise on every aspect of fencing from choice of materials to the position of gates, using the “stock sense” he has developed over many years of working with animals.

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Along with fences, Jason can put his hand to just about anything on lifestyle properties, including building heritage gates, installing water trough systems, building chook houses, and general digger work. Jason sources all the materials unless the client wants to provide their own. He is assisted by highly experienced fencers Ash Casey and Liam Evans, with a quality job always their number one priority. Michele takes care of accounts and invoices. Jason is happy to visit property owners to give a free estimate on their fencing needs. For more information Phone Michele on 027 977 4428 or Jason on 027 308 2084.

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Forest360

GV Electrical & Pumping

Forest360: Planting trees that meet your needs

Farming for the Future

Right species right place is important, whether that be a red and white Hereford on the hill, or poplars or native trees. Forest360 can help you make informed decisions on the best land use options for you and your farm business. Forest360 is a full-service forestry company. They provide specialist advice from what to plant where, what that means for the environment and your pocket, along with ETS services, forest establishment/management, and harvesting and marketing. Forest360’s focus is about adding value to all forest species for their owners. Matt and Lynley Wyeth of Spring Valley Farms say, “We are firm believers that you never plant a native for yourself. It is the next generations that will reap the benefits. This year we have fenced off 8km of river, 40 hectares of land and are currently in the process of spot spraying for 30,000 natives.

“We regularly see missed ETS and planting opportunities on farms such as: ■ Poplar and willow spaced planting ■ Riparian areas ■ Wetland areas ■ Native vegetation There is a large amount of grant assistance currently available for planting.

Forest360 has been an important part of the process, assisting us with applying to the 1 Billion Trees scheme for a grant and determining what the best course of action for that land area looks like.”

For riparian areas or marginal hill country, trees could be an option to increase earning potential.

Michelle McCabe, Team Leader of the Land Use team based in Masterton, explains

We have helped them access funding, enabling them to do what they have always wanted to.”

Many landowners want to plant but do not have the funds.

WE ADD VALUE AT EVERY STAGE OF THE GROWTH CYCLE Our Services • On farm land use assessments – financial modelling, carbon profiles, marginal land options & grant funding assistance. • Carbon & ETS advice including the sale/purchase of credits. • Change of forest ownership/succession advice (ETS implications). • Forest management and operations, e.g. planting, spraying, thinning, pruning.

Servicing dairy farms, lifestyle blocks, rural households, domestic, industrial and commercial customers; the company is owned and operated by Wairarapa couple Gordon and Wendy Mouldey, backed by a staff of 13 – designers, electricians/pump technicians, store and admin staff at their extensive Belvedere Road premises in Carterton. As farmers and irrigation industry professionals know, water is a finite resource. Its availability for irrigation can at best create additional stress for farm management, and at worst result in significant losses in production as growing populations and lower summer rainfall levels result in more frequent and unpredictable water restrictions. One solution being explored by several Wairarapa irrigators is private water storage. Irrigation New Zealand and the Government have identified the “transformational opportunity” that water storage offers to the post-Covid economic recovery, and to irrigators in general. While private storage is not a viable solution for every farm, it is an avenue worth investigating as it offers a wide range of benefits such as greater control and predictability of irrigation restrictions, lower vulnerability to regulatory changes, a safe habitat for wildlife, and water budgeting flexibility among others. Water is typically collected in the storage facility from the surrounding

land during the winter months when high flows would usually go unused, with a set flow maintained all year round in a dedicated bypass to allow waterborne wildlife passage through the facility. During the irrigation season, water is taken from the storage facility instead of a bore or surface take, allowing the streams and aquifers to continue their natural passage during what would normally be a high stress period. GV Electrical & Pumping Ltd has partnered with Grundfos New Zealand to develop an industry-leading pumping solution to allow storage users to get the most out of their investments. The resulting system utilises some of the most energy efficient electric motors available which, when coupled with an irrigation system designed specifically for the unique conditions of the site, provides farmers with a predictable, reliable, and stress-free asset that allows them to spend less time worrying about water, and more time farming. Gordon Mouldey, Managing Director of GV Electrical & Pumping, believes that Wairarapa’s food producers are well placed to lead New Zealand farming into the future and has positioned GVE to be able to provide its clients with industry-leading design, products, and service. He encourages anyone looking to improve their irrigation outcomes to contact GVE for an obligation-free consultation.

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2020 19 WIZwireless Ltd

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You CAN have great broadband living in rural Wairarapa! service remained operational and for a time, was the sole lifeline to the outside.

Does your broadband pass the Netflix test? That’s the key question to ask yourself when considering how good your internet access is.

The technology involves directing data between internet networks and remote locations via repeaters placed on hill tops. Where mains power isn’t available, the repeaters are powered by solar, wind, battery or generators. Landowners help create access to the hill tops and provide power in return for broadband and phone services, far superior to the regular national providers.

For many rural people, the answer is a resounding “NO”, but with WIZwireless, you can get great broadband speeds, no matter how remote you live. WIZwireless is 100 per cent New Zealand owned and a member of WISPA-NZ, one of around 30 operators around the country. Bridget Canning is its Managing Director and is based in Masterton.

There are internet plans to suit all needs from rural homes, to farms and businesses – with a variety of internet speed and data options available, including no phone lines and no line charges.

“We deploy leading-edge wireless broadband technology in rural areas. Known as wireless ISPs, WISPs, or regional Telcos they provide high quality broadband in hard-to-reach places which national operators shy away from because of the low population density and challenging topography. We effectively work with a customer, identify where they live; where the hill tops are; examine potential coverage and then build a regional tower to create tower accessible broadband.” WISPA-NZ entity has more than 60,000 customers NZ wide. WISPs are resilient too, having proved their worth in the Kaikoura earthquake aftermath when the

Bridget Canning’s team can find the most flexible solution for any situation. She is supported by Ben Seddon and Shaun Minifie and Hayden Macdonald as an installer, who build various radio sites and do the customer installs for internet and provide technical backup. Steven Gregg looks after the network and Wayne Keating runs the helpdesk and does administration. For city-grade broadband, they are worth a visit. Lansdowne Business Centre, 16 Opaki Road, Masterton.

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Lindsay NZ

Cheers Auto & Tyres Ltd

Keri Johnston – Head Judge

Every mechanical service Four NZ farmers lead the way in sustainable irrigation under the Cheers Auto & Tyres sign Four New Zealand farmers have been selected as finalists of the inaugural Zimmatic™ Sustainable Irrigation Awards.

all four finalists demonstrated a highlevel of achievement across all four categories, which set them apart from the others.

The Awards aim to celebrate excellence in sustainable irrigation and encourage Australian and New Zealand farmers to share ideas for achieving sustainable freshwater management.

“Our finalists all have farm businesses with values and philosophies based on environmental stewardship, care of the land, water and community, and being caretakers for the next generation.

The competition is run by agricultural irrigation systems leader, Zimmatic, with support from New Zealand Awards partners IrrigationNZ, Farmers Weekly, Vantage NZ and Irricon. It recognises farmers leading the way in responsible irrigation, innovative water management and environmental stewardship.

“These finalists also demonstrated a level of considered decision-making in relation to irrigation system design. They are all using technology to their advantage, while taking steps to maximise efficiency and minimise environmental impacts.

Four finalists from each country have been selected from a pool of quality entries. The New Zealand finalists are: Ben and Anna Gillespie (Central Otago); Brock & Gemma Hamilton (North Otago); Ted Rollinson (Mid-Canterbury); Nick Webster (North Otago). Each entrant was judged on the following categories: sustainable irrigation management; irrigationdriven improvements, which may include cost reductions, environmental outcomes, yield improvements and/ or improved efficiencies; waterway protection; stewardship/community. Irrigation NZ chair and Irricon Resource Solutions principal, Keri Johnston, is head judge for the Awards. She says

“It was obvious these farmers have a deep understanding of their properties and their unique challenges. They have used clever thinking and an innovative approach to tackle these challenges, rather than just trying to tick the box. “From supporting their peers to helping with education in schools, we were also impressed by the outstanding community leadership demonstrated by some of our finalists. “While we could only choose four New Zealand finalists, all our entrants should be commended for their commitment to responsible water management both on and off the farm.” On-farm judging will take place in the Spring before the supreme winner is announced.

Cheers Auto & Tyres Ltd is hard to miss, with its big roof-top sign just across the railway tracks at 118 Pembroke Street, Carterton. With a large workshop and four technicians, Cheers Auto & Tyres is able to do anything and everything for all makes and models of vehicles.

Ben can quickly source parts for all types of vehicles, and offers competitive prices on trusted brands of tyres and automotive products. Cheers Auto & Tyres can provide quotes, and is WINZ approved. It is also an approved repairer for most insurance policies.

Founded in 1989, Cheers Auto & Tyres is today owned by Ben and Jordan Hooper who moved from Taranaki two years ago to run the workshop.

It offers a free pick-up and delivery service in Carterton, with rail commuters usually just leaving their car at Cheers Auto & Tyres in the morning, and picking them up in the evening.

Ben was Workshop Foreman at the Ford Dealership in Hawera and had previously worked at the town’s Holden dealership for three years. He is a qualified Holden, Ford, Mazda, Hyundai and Isuzu mechanic. The other members of the team are qualified technician Joel Gibbons, qualified technician Terongo Tekii, apprentice technician Joel Charters, Jordan in accounts, and office administrator Hollie McGlone.

Customer satisfaction continues to be the hallmark of the business under Ben and Jordan, who have kept its reputation for honest, quality repairs and services at a fair price. Ben and Jordan have been keen followers of drag racing at Masterton Motorplex for many years, where Ben is a member of his brother’s pit crew. For more information phone (06) 379 6995.

The workshop is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment, and offers a complete range of mechanical services including wheel alignments, batteries, radiator and cooling system repairs, engine reconditioning, suspension, exhaust, gearbox and diff repairs, cambelts and much more.

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Farmer Brad and his daughter

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2020 21

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Western Auto Mart

Cabernet Foods

Tyres for all vehicles

An invitation to meet with Cabernet Managing Director Lyndon Everton

Whatever your vehicle, Western Auto Mart has the tyre for it - 4WDs, trailers, farm implements, ATVs, cars and light commercial. Located on the corner of Renall Street and Ngaumutawa Road in Masterton, Western Auto Mart has been specialising in wheel and tyre replacement and repair since 1986. It has access to most brands with tyres priced from the bottom of the range to the top, to suit all budgets. Western Auto Mart stocks four premier brands - BF Goodrich, Michelin, Toyo, and Yokohama, as well as Nankang, Goodride and other recognised fitments.

Michelin has been using leading silicon technology to develop superior tyres which last longer, save fuel and are better for the environment, commonly known as the energy tyre. Have a look at the advertisement below for the special deal Western Auto Mart is offering to you on all passenger, light commercial, and SUV tyres until the end of August. Call in and see the team - Ian, Rowan and Hamish. LOOK AT THIS LIMITED OFFER - ATV MUD TYRES - $590 A SET - 25/8/12 AND 25/10/12 - WHILE STOCK IS AVAILABLE

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Lyndon Everton is keen to meet Wairarapa farmers to discuss how Cabernet-Kintyre Meats can help them.

independent meat distributors, smallgoods companies, and neighbourhood butchers.

Lyndon is Cabernet’s Managing Director, overseeing processing, procurement and refrigerated transport.

They include New World, Pak’n Save, Countdown and Fresh Choice, with growing markets in Australia and Singapore.

He believes that using the familyowned business makes a lot of economic sense for farmers. They are also supporting businesses associated with the plant in this post-lockdown economic environment.

This farmgate to the consumer supply chain gives Cabernet control of its products from the paddock to the plate, Lyndon says.

Cabernet is no small-time operator, Lyndon points out. The company has its own meat processing plants at Gladstone (Kintyre Meats), as well as using plants in Wellington(TPL) and Hastings (PML), slaughtering around 100,000 sheep, 10,000 beef and 40,000 pigs annually. Cabernet has a fleet of modern refrigerated delivery vehicles, and chilled and frozen distribution centres in Hamilton, Hastings and Masterton. The company has dedicated sales teams in its core regions of Wellington, Hawke’s Bay, Waikato and Taranaki, drawing stock from these regions. Cabernet’s customers include New Zealand’s largest grocery chain,

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“We are uniquely able to respond to the demands of the market and pass this knowledge on to the farmers who use us. We are also able to work with the natural rhythms of the farmers’ year. Farmers who meet Lyndon will discover they are talking to someone who understands their business. Lyndon studied agriculture at Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre and Massey University, and worked on a Montana simmental stud ranch before coming to Gladstone in 2003. “I keep the conversation real, letting farmers know what is happening in the marketplace. The Wairarapa farmers who use Cabernet Meats enjoy processing with us because we are on their doorstep and they feel they are talking directly to the consumer.”

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2020 23 Qlabs

Tumu ITM Masterton

Raymond Burr and Donna Campbell

Healthy soil, healthy profits Healthy soils lead to healthy plants, which lead to healthy animals, which leads to healthy cashflow for farmers.

“Farmers have been blown away with the results and the improvement they’ve seen in their animals.”

This is the philosophy of Qlabs– one of the leading names in New Zealand agricultural science. Owned and operated by former farmers, Raymond Burr and Donna Campbell, the Hawke’s Bay company works with clients throughout the primary sector - helping maximise profits by way of its scientifically proven fertiliser programmes.

Under the Fallain Programme, Qlabs run a variety of tests, at their Waipawa Laboratory.

Raymond says Qlabs works on the premise that the key to successful agriculture lies in ecological efficiency – what’s going on in farmers’ soils, and what’s in their animal feed and reducing their environmental footprint. Using its Fallain Programme (“fallain” meaning “healthy” in Scottish Gaelic), Qlabs can test soil and plant nutrients, then design customised fertiliser programmes and, where required,a feed balancing ration all tailored to the individual farm. “We focus on working with farmers to demystify agricultural science – so they can understand what’s going in their pastures,” Raymond says. “Soil is the foundation of farming – if you’ve got good nutrients in the soil, you’ve got healthy grass, and healthy animals which produce good meat, dairy and wool.

From there, Qlabs can put together fertiliser programmes (assembled by Maungaraki Lime in Masterton) specifically designed to improve the carbon and nitrogen cycle of the individual soil type, and produce plants with higher nutrient density. Qlabs also run a patented testing system for Ruminant Nitrogen Utilisation Efficiency, which can gauge how well livestock are performing, based on their urinary nitrogen outputs. Qlabs also assist businesses looking to grow a wide variety of crops, as they have soil fertility templates for over 160 plants species – a boon for clients such as olive groves, cut flower gardeners, berry growers and viticulturists. The company runs regular trials for new farming innovations – including a trial of a drought-resistant pasture carried out recently in Dannevirke. The pasture in question had a crop canopy (for calf grazing) grown with a multi species, permanent pasture sward underneath, this helped the soil retain moisture – allowing the pasture to boom through the recent summer drought.

Every pole shed comes with a specialist at Tumu ITM Farm buildings have developed hugely over the past few years. At Tumu ITM you can buy a humble one-bay pole shed, an American-style barn fit enough to live in, or something to put your airplane in. Rural Representative Tim Burling can help you choose the best shed for your purpose. Tim was the inventory controller for the Masterton store for nearly three years before taking on his new role at the beginning of this year.

We can also help you with a full build option. Tim can also provide information and quotes on farm and residential fencing.

So he has a vast knowledge of the products Tumu ITM sells. Tim has lived in the Wairarapa all his life and knows the lay of the land well.

This includes No 1 fencing posts which are often in short supply in Wairarapa. This isn’t a problem for Tumu ITM as it has its own source of supply.

Every site is different, and every building has a different purpose. That’s why Tumu ITM’s sheds have flexible options, so they can be customised to your purpose.

Tim is happy to come and quote on site, so you order exactly what you need - saving potentially thousands of dollars in unneeded posts, or running out of posts before you have got the job finished.

Tim will visit you for an on-site consultation to discuss what can be achieved within your budget.

He will schedule a delivery within a couple of days of the quote being accepted.

Once you have made your choice, he will take all the specification details and perform an extensive range of calculations that provides you with a complete shed design. He can assist with the council consent application, then supply and deliver the materials in stages until the shed is completed.

Tumu ITM has always specialised in servicing the rural sector, offering great value to its rural customers through the ITM Group’s bulk purchasing power. For a free no-obligation quote pop in to see Tim at the Solway store, or he can come and see you. P 021 745 874.

WAIRARAPA’S FARM FENCING SPECIALIST For all lifestyle, farm, vineyard, urban and sub-division projects.

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Gates, netting, wire, strainers, posts, steel standards, plywood, timber, nails, paint, electric fencing, culverts, power tools, cement, landscaping, zincalume and colorsteel cladding plus much more. TIM BURLING 021 745 874 337 Ngaumutawa Road, Masterton

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Our experienced team will provide a comprehensive service to ensure your boat is ready for your boating pleasure. TO BOOK CALL US ON 377 2964 Come and see us for anything boating we can help with life jackets, GPS, fish finders, boat accessories and outboard motor sales + servicing.

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The legal answers you need, when you need them Buying new, employment contracts, setting up trusts, and keeping the farm in the family, in rural life there are a few legal hurdles to contend with.

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That’s where Gawith Burridge comes in, experienced lawyers – trusted and highly knowledgeable partners of the Wairarapa farming community. Gawith Burridge has worked alongside the rural sector since its founding in 1875, advising on all facets of farming transactions, from conveyancing (sale and purchase), to employment agreements, resource management issues and succession planning. Partners Debbie van Zyl and Adam Parker say the firm prides itself on its excellent relationships with rural clients, and “providing the legal answers farmers need, when they need them”.

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“This brings them peace of mind and relieves some of the stress.” One of the common requests the firm receives is assistance with succession planning – passing farm ownership to the next generation. Debbie says this is often a complex process, with many steps involved. “It can be difficult in the current economic environment, especially with the value of farms constantly changing. And it’s hard when a farmer has several children, and wants to divide the asset in the fairest way. “We are here to help them come up with the best possible outcome for everyone involved, and help new generations succeed in farming.”

“Farming is a demanding and stressful industry, it comes with a complex legal environment which is ever-changing,” Adam says.

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the best quality advice. “

“Farmers appreciate that we can help them navigate all the legal jargon and regulations, and get to know how their business works so we can give them

Gawith Burridge has not only built strong relationships with farmers, but also works closely with banks, accountants, real estate firms and councils. “We pride ourselves on being Wairarapa owned and operated.”

For legal enquiries, contact: 06 370 0000 4 Church Street, Masterton Martinborough Office Open by Appointment legal@gawith.co.nz www.gawith.co.nz

2020 25 Sellar & Sellar - Chartered Accountants

3 BOYS TO THE ACRE

The Principals from left, Dominic, Clare and Graeme.

Confident decisionmaking in uncertain times Generations of accountants have come and gone, but one accounting firm has served Wairarapa uninterrupted for 136 years. Sellar & Sellar has been a trusted financial partner to the rural community since 1884, through wars, depressions and buoyant times. To this day around 80 per cent of its clients are rural. Personal service has played a large part in the longevity of the Masterton-based business, with long-lasting ties built and retained over many years, says its Business Manager Trudy Hullena. “People don’t realise the level of service the staff here give our clients. For instance, they didn’t want to abandon them during the Covid-19 lockdown.” Sellar & Sellar is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, with five of its 12 staff members on the professional body. Which means they have the qualifications and ethics to support their work. The firm has three principals – Dominic Stewart, Graeme Bayliss and Clare Jacobson. Each is passionate about Wairarapa and its people. This passion is evidenced in their dynamic approach to their profession. Dominic’s expertise is in farming,

forestry, carbon trading and viticulture. Mentoring new practitioners adds a string to his bow, as does the pride he feels for the support Sellar & Sellar offers the community via audits and reviews of local charitable and not-for-profit organisations. Graeme joined Sellar & Sellar after two decades in the meat industry as both a financial and management accountant. He has immeasurable experience in guiding clients through the changes life throws at them whether these be around succession planning, protecting assets, forming Trusts or supporting a group through change management processes. Clare is Sellar & Sellar’s newest Partner. Adding a further dimension of knowledge to the firm, she brings values to the leadership team that includes a commitment to service, determination to see new businesses prosper and a willingness to go the extra mile. Trudy believes a high level of personal service is even more necessary during the post-lockdown period. “It is a time of uncertainty for businesses and they need confidence in the decisions they make. “The vast range of skills and knowledge available at Sellar & Sellar absolutely allows our clients that certainty.”

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06 377 3199 OR 0800 SELLAR sellar@sellar.co.nz 81 Queen Street, Masterton

Not only is Rathkeale College custom made for boys, it is also a perfect boarding college for young men accustomed to life in the rural heartland of New Zealand.

Magnificent 123 acre campus including: • Year 10, 11, 12 and 13 Agricultural and Horticultural Science. • Year 12 and 13 Agri Business. • The “Land Lab”. A 14 acre Production, Research and Teaching facility • An active and award winning TeenAg club. • Outstanding academic results. • Compulsory summer and winter sporting and cultural programmes as part of an holistic education. • A vibrant and popular boarding establishment. • An innovative Senior College with senior girls from St Matthew’s Collegiate School. Rathkeale College is a state-integrated boys’ school, catering for boarders and day boys from Years 9 – 13.

RATHKEALE COLLEGE OPEN DAY Tuesday 22 September 9.00am

Limited places available for 2021 Please register at principal@rathkeale.school.nz | 06 370 0175 www.rathkeale.school.nz

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Lift Tech Transport

All your rural cartage and lifting needs Our large 10 wheel Hiab truck can pick up, deliver, install and lift loads all over Wairarapa and greater Wellington. It has a lifting capacity of 13,400kg at four metres, 3100kg at 16 metres, and 1180kg at 25 metres. We are often called upon to lift farm buildings, building frames, water tanks and septic tanks. Owner and operator Brad Langford is a highly trained driver. He is licensed and qualified to follow through with any job at hand. We provide a high standard of customer service, and follow all Health & Safety procedures. We can provide you with a free no-obligation quote, and always aim to have the job done on time and on budget.

Hiab and Crane hire for all your cartage and lifting needs located in Wairarapa and servicing the Wairarapa & Wellington Area All gear complies with health and safety and also operator is certified

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2020 27 ViaBull

Williams Trucking/Tinui Freight

These are two young and friendly Speckled Park bulls about to be feed their break of grass for the day at the Export Bull Centre.

Friendly and experienced Export Bull Centre an opportunity to sell semen rural freight cartage to the world Farmers wanting to tap into the market for semen genetics in New Zealand and overseas now have the opportunity with ViaBull. ViaBull has just built the first MPIapproved Export Bull Centre to be constructed in New Zealand for more than 20 years, for fertility testing and semen collection. Located on the outskirts of Hamilton, the purpose-built isolation farm is under lock and key from the public and animal disease, with huge yards, an onsite laboratory and its own vet. Semen extracted at the centre will be classified as “licensed” which means it is allowed to be sold domestically and overseas. This means farmers will be able to make a lot more money from their best bulls, says Darren Williams who founded ViaBull with Nigel Juby. “There is a big demand for good genetics in beef and dairy, and we do ovine and caprine as well. This will shake up the whole industry once it takes off. The opportunities are pretty huge.”

to have semen collected from their bulls on farm which is classified as “unlicensed.” While this is good for farmers improving the genetics of their own herd, they miss out on the additional income that is possible when the semen is licensed, Darren points out. Darren and Nigel have known each other for many years, their paths crossing through working in the same field.

Rural freight cartage is the speciality of Williams Trucking, a family owned business operated by Masterton couple Robert and Stacey Williams. Williams Trucking has a strong local flavour, especially as it incorporates Tinui Freight, which Robert and Stacey purchased two years ago. Williams trucking now have a large and small truck able to cater for all your freight tasks of any size within Wairarapa and beyond. This includes gravel, stock feed, fencing supplies, timber, tractors and farm machinery, bark, fertiliser and other bulk products.

Nigel established OvaAchievers 12 years ago for embryo transfers and flushing. For the past 15 years Darren has been collecting semen for some of New Zealand’s pre-eminent companies.

Robert and Stacey also cater to the urban and lifestyle markets who may require section clearing, a driveway resurfaced or constructed from scratch or general freight delivered.

As well as partnering at the centre, they have combined their skills to help farmers achieve the best genetics on their own farms.

They now have a skid steer (bobcat) loader which is the ideal machine for cleaning out farmers stockyards and wool sheds, dairy raceways, grading driveways or building horse arenas.

ViaBull is available to visit farms throughout New Zealand with its mobile lab. To find out more about the Export Bull Centre or mobile lab call Darren on 027 288 0980.

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has pursued this career in Wairarapa, Western Australia and the American Midwest. Because of this background, Robert understands the needs of his rural clients. “I don’t just pick up freight and drop it off. I put a lot of thought into each job so that it is done as efficiently as possible.”

Stacey grew up in Masterton and attended Makoura College. While she works in the telecommunications industry, Williams Trucking Ltd is very much a team effort. The couple take pride in delivering a reliable and friendly service with a strong local character. This is exemplified by the Tinui freight run several times a week to the East Coast farmers at Whareama, Riversdale, Homewood, Tinui and Castlepoint. For inquiries phone Robert on 027 243 3666

Robert grew up at Tinui and has worked in the agricultural industry ever since leaving Wairarapa College, from milking cows to driving tractors. But he found carrying agricultural freight was what he enjoys most and

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Clean Sweep Woolsheds

Hepburn Builders

Emma and Willie Hepburn

Cleaning out the manure an easy job with Clean Sweep Woolsheds Clearing out the manure from under woolsheds has become easy work with Clean Sweep Woolsheds. Mark Turton along with his wife Megan, have been servicing the Tararua area for over 30 years with their fencing business. Wanting to further assist their clients with farm maintenance, Mark invented a machine that goes under woolsheds and pulls out all the sheep manure.

ammonia smell which the shearers will appreciate.” There is a huge variety of woolsheds around, so Mark visits the farm first and gives a no-obligation quote. Once a quote is accepted Kelly and Joe, who have both been working with this machine for the past four years, will complete the clean.

We have had great feedback from clients. Many are impressed by the The system is highly versatile, being speed of the machine and Kelly and Joe able to be used for any type of who make a good team and are very woolshed, it will even handle the lowest pleasant to work with. of sheds. One client says, “Thanks for the The Clean Sweep machine is also ideal awesome job your staff and machinery for cleaning the hard count out pens, made of our woolshed. Innovative and by using the Kanga and bucket set thinking and a couple of hardworking up they can clear away deposits on the clever guys combined to make what is under covered yards. a prick of a job a breeze, would highly recommend to anyone.” It is important for woolsheds to be clean, it creates a healthy space on If you have not cleaned out under your many levels. woolshed, count out pens, or covered The sheep have good airflow if penned overnight, and they dry faster, Mark says. “It also decreases wool staining, and most important of all, it reduces the

yards for a while, give Mark a call and he will provide you with a free quote.

Phone (027) 682 1186 Email markturton@xtra.co.nz Website www.cleansweepwoolsheds.nz

WOOLSHED MANURE REMOVAL It’s the dirtiest job on the farm!

• Fast and efficient • Cost effective • We get to the low, hard to reach places • We also do count out pens

NO OBLIGATION FREE QUOTE! Mark 027 682 1186 markturton@xtra.co.nz cleansweepwoolsheds.nz

A quality, hassle-free building experience Whether it’s a restored farming homestead, a new kitchen, or an architecturally designed new home, Hepburn Builders has the expertise and craftsmanship to make your grand designs a reality. With Masterton couple Willie and Emma Hepburn at the helm, Hepburn Builders has (along with some stunning structures) built a reputation for dedicated service, enduring relationships, and a discerning eye for design. Willie has been working in the construction industry since leaving school – originally training in architectural drafting, before deciding building was his real passion. He did a building apprenticeship with DR Borman Ltd and worked in the company after becoming qualified, before doing a stint working for a wellknown movie director as a set builder – coming up with ambitious, visually creative, eye-catching concepts. In 2007, he and Emma founded Hepburn Builders - which has grown from a one-man band to a team of five talented carpenters. As well as building with the team when he can, Willie focuses on the project management of each build – whether it’s a crumbling cottage restored to “good as new” or a palatial dream

home, built from the foundations up. Having a dedicated project manager means decisions can be made quickly, helping the building process run smoothly. “Willie enjoys helping people bring their visions to life – he has an amazing eye for detail, and is a real perfectionist. He can help clients figure out all the details they’ve been stuck on,” Emma says. “He and the builders love seeing a big project through, right from the first drawings.” One such project was a sprawling lifestyle block on Te Kopi Road in Gladstone, which won Hepburn Builders a Silver Award for excellence in building at the 2019 House of the Year competition. However, they are particularly passionate about renovations – a great deal of which they carry out on local farms. Willie is a registered Master Builder and Licensed Building Practitioner. That means you can rest assured we stand by our work, ensure a stressfree experience, and deliver a quality product.

Whether it’s bringing an old home back to life, or an architecturally designed new home, Hepburn Builders relish the unique challenges represented.

• New Homes • Additions • Alterations

• Decks • Fences and more hepburnbuilders@xtra.co.nz 06 370 9423 www.hepburnbuilders.co.nz

WILLIE HEPBURN

M 027 295 4693 | Ph 06 370 9423 hepburnbuilders@xtra.co.nz www.hepburnbuilders.co.nz

2020 29 Wairarapa Mitsubishi

Wairarapa Hunting & Fishing

Wairarapa Mitsubishi owners Brent & Tracey Cooper

Diamond Dealer Award The Covid-19 lockdown couldn’t stop Brent, Tracey, and the staff at Wairarapa Mitsubishi achieving the highest honour Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand can bestow on a dealership. In late May, instead of holding its annual awards evening in person, Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand livestreamed the event to its 56 dealers. Wairarapa Mitsubishi’s 17 staff and families crowded into the showroom in Queen Street, Masterton, to hear they had been named one of eight 2020 Diamond Dealers in New Zealand. The Diamond Dealer Award recognises outstanding performance in every aspect of a businesses – sales, customer satisfaction, finance, service, parts sales, and vehicle presentation. This is not the first time Wairarapa Mitsubishi has featured in the national awards, Brent winning the Managing Director Of The Year Award in 2017. But winning the Diamond Dealer Award is special because it recognises the effort and commitment of everyone involved with the business, Brent says. “It is the highest achievement available as a Mitsubishi dealer. No matter what role each staff member has, they all

played a part in winning the award. We are one family and couldn’t have achieved the award without being a team.” In particular, Brent thanks his wife Tracey. “We could not have won the award without her support at home, and her contribution to the business.” Wairarapa Mitsubishi has been on an upward curve ever since Brent and Tracey took over the business in 2015 achieving better results every year. Brent attributes part of their success to the Triton, which has been the top selling ute in Wairarapa for the past two years. “The Triton is one of the best utes in the market and is one of the top three brands sold in New Zealand in recent years.” Brent says the lockdown did impact the business, “but since Level 3 we have not stopped. Parts and service fired straight out of the gate, and not long after sales picked up again to pre-lockdown levels. “No one knows the future but rest assured, we will be giving the same high level of service to customers in all departments for years to come.”

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A big thank you to the Wairarapa community when he was five years old. After a nervous six weeks in lockdown, Aaron, Greg and the team were He has extensive fresh water fishing nervous about what business would be knowledge and has angled many of the like once the front doors to Wairarapa streams, rivers and lakes in the North Hunting & Fishing were open again. and South Islands as well as overseas, The response, Aaron says, “was quite along with salt water and game fishing. amazing. We have been very busy with He also enjoys hunting and tramping. lots of new faces as well as familiar Greg’s family came from northern ones. We have been very appreciative Wairarapa and Hawke’s Bay and he of everyone’s support.” grew up in Manawatu. He has just A lot of the new customers have been moved to Wairarapa. surprised at the large range of products Greg has been in the in store that are suitable recreational fishing for any sort of rural industry for the past purpose, Aaron says. The owners of 30 years, originally “They have discovered Wairarapa Hunting in manufacturing that there are lots of fishing rods in New & Fishing are just as products for enjoying Zealand, then running life in the country such passionate about a large fishing tackle as quality clothing and the outdoors as their and boating store in footwear, as well as Albany before joining everything you need for customers.” Shimano NZ where fishing and hunting.” he was responsible for national The owners of Wairarapa Hunting & sales, procurement and fishing rod Fishing are just as passionate about the development for New Zealand. outdoors as their customers. Greg has very good knowledge for all Aaron Middleton and Greg McKinney types of fishing, fresh & salt water, with are familiar faces to the hunting & a passion for offshore game and sport fishing community in New Zealand. fishing. Aaron and Greg are the two faces Greg says “we are extremely lucky customers are most likely to meet in to have our staff, many of which are the Queen Street, Masterton, store. known to the local community - they They have known each other for years, really are a fantastic team”. Mark, Nikki, including when they both worked for Mike (Blaze), Shannon and Bo are all Shimano New Zealand. experts in their respective outdoor Aaron grew up in Twizel in South fields with over 100 years combined Canterbury and started fishing for trout retail experience.

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STIHL SHOP Masterton

Proud to be part of the rural community The Stihl motto is “Love your Land” and that sentiment is integral to everything the team do at Stihl Shop Masterton. “The agricultural sector is the cornerstone of our business”, says Jeremy Sharp, owner of Stihl Shop Masterton. The team at Stihl Shop Masterton are passionate about helping their customers look after their land. Each member of the team has a strong connection to the agricultural community, and as Jeremy says, it comes with the territory here in Wairarapa, “We are all connected to the rural sector. It’s almost impossible not to be living here in the beautiful Wairarapa.” Stihl Shop Masterton has all the tools and services you need for your home and land and back it up with great service. The team are incredibly knowledgeable about the products and services they offer which range from hedge trimmers and leaf blowers through to chainsaws and lawn mowers of all sizes to look after land. They also have wonderful items for your home such as top brand Weber barbecues and fires to keep your home cosy over winter. Possibly the most important advice you will get at Stihl Shop Masterton is about keeping yourself safe while using all the great

tools and equipment they have available. You can always expect great advice from the friendly team who are more than happy to help you find the perfect tool for the job and teach you how to use it. Whether it’s a barbecue, a ride-on mower or a chainsaw you want to shout yourself, you’ll be able to find it at the Stihl Shop in Masterton. Jeremy says that his team members get just as excited as their customers do when they find the perfect tool they need, saying “they genuinely love helping our customers. For example, they seem to have just as much fun watching our customers having fun trying out the ride-on lawn mowers.” Stihl Shop Masterton have numerous awards to their name after more than 10 years in business. But it is its community spirit that Stihl Shop Masterton is probably most respected for in Wairarapa. For example, come November they are often sporting some pretty spectacular moustaches and they are often providing prizes and support for good causes. The team at Masterton Stihl Shop almost always have a great deal or fun competition on offer. It’s well worth keeping an eye on their Facebook page! Better yet, pop down and see them at 4 Chapel Street in Masterton.

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Fagan Motors

Friendly professional service at Fagan Motors The team at Fagan Motors love dealing with the rural community and consider it central to what they do. “At the end of the day, everyone in Wairarapa is connected to the rural community in some way or other,” says Sales Manager Terence O’Hara. “We love dealing with people that come from the rural sector - the shearers, fencing contractors, stock agents and farmers. They are the ‘salt of the earth’ people.” Fagan Motors has been in business for 87 years in Masterton, and has seen the town grow from a sleepy rural town into a thriving town within a strong rural

region. Over that time Fagan Motors have built strong relationships with their rural customers, many of which have been loyal throughout generations of families. Fagan Motors are hugely supportive of the community, and the rural community in particular, supporting all sorts of initiatives such as the Castlepoint Races, Tinui dog trials and equestrian events. Fagan Motors are probably most well known and appreciated for their significant support of Life Flight, a crucial service in Wairarapa. Speaking of support, I’d like to thank all those who have been loyal to us and stayed local

as covid-19 has made us all aware how important our community is, and the best way to keep the wheels turning is for all of us to do our best to support each other. The most popular vehicle the team sells within the rural sector, is the Ford Ranger.

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“It’s good looking, hard working, wellperforming, well equipped and versatile. You can’t go wrong with a Ford Ranger Double Cab Ute,” says Terence.

The team at Fagan Motors are always ready to help find the best vehicle for any job. Come and have a chat with Keith Allen, Terence O’Hara, Jason Farley, Stephen Parkinson or Nick McGruddy to see how they can help.

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“Every business needs our rural sector to do well,” says Terence. “The agricultural sector is firmly entrenched in our region and we are hugely grateful for that.”

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