Wairarapa Midweek 22nd Feb 2017 by Wairarapa Times-Age

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No winging over Wairarapa BY GERALD FORD

Wings event manager Jenny Gasson puts on a brave face in the empty control room as tired sta˜ and volunteers were taking a quick late lunch break during the cleanup on Sunday afternoon. PHOTO/GERALD FORD

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Wings over Wairarapa event manager Jenny Gasson had a rough day on Sunday. It started soon after 7am with “making a difficult decision” to finally cancel the Wings Over Wairarapa airshow – then there were all the phone calls, and then there was the cleaning up from an event that never happened. “The rain has made the site unsafe, and we had thunderstorms and hail forecast this (Sunday) morning, Ms Gasson said. “The first thing was contacting everybody — the transport, the trains, the buses, emergency services, trade sites, everybody doing catering.” Then came a “massive clean-up ... and the rain has made it five times harder”. The job also required “keeping everybody’s spirits up, because everybody’s been a bit down.” What did help was a massive amount of moral support from everyone invloved. “Things have been amazing, everybody has been supportive,’ she said. Messages of support and commiseration had poured in nationally, all about the country, and internationally. “We’ve had offers of people, offering to not refund tickets,” Ms Gasson said.

While the rain forecast on Sunday morning did not eventuate, the ground conditions were still soggy and mud covered the routes to parking areas and other sites such as the military display at the northern end of the airfield. Wings Over Wairarapa Chair Bob Francis said the cancellation was “devastating … and more for the staff than anything”. Mr Francis said organisers were working with their insurance broker in Wellington and their underwriter in London to work through the insurance cover purchased a few weeks out from the event. He would expect this process to be completed within the next week or two. UK-based Festival commentator and member of the Flying Safety team Trevor Graham said he felt for the organisers. “In nearly 38 years of experience in international airshows and working at 2000 events, this is the first one I’ve been working at that has been completely cancelled. My thoughts are going to out to the volunteers and organisers, who in my opinion, work hard to put on the best medium-sized airshow in the world.”

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Happy ground, weeping skies Ford Every Stream

Gerald Ford They say it’s an ill wind that blows nobody any good, and I suppose the same must be true for rain. The downpour which soaked Wairarapa on Friday and especially Saturday was terrible news for Wings Over Wairarapa organisers. Staff and volunteers were faced on Sunday, when the event was finally called off, with all the work of a clean-up and none of the fun of an air show. Communications people, among others, kept in touch with so many relevant people, not least the ticketholders, and logistically that must be some sort of success – even if a heartbreaking one. While the feared extra rain and even hail on Sunday did not eventuate, the possibility was real and the damage had already been done. The practicalities of parking thousands of spectators in a muddy paddock where vehicles were already needing to be pushed would have been beyond impossible, and thousands of pairs of feet on such soggy ground would have been just as destructive. Even cleaning up the preparations already made was a challenge in the conditions. After 22 months of organization and visiting pilots and aircraft from as far away as Australia, the washout dashed the hopes of many. Problems of dollars and insurance are now being faced, but there are clearly no winners in this outcome. The Masterton A&P Show,

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Staff and volunteers were faced . . . with all the work of a clean-up and none of the fun of an air show. too, suffered from Saturday’s rain which, in all likelihood, kept some potential customers away, although the numbers may have been not too far short of last year. For others, however, the weekend’s rain may have come as welcome relief. February is traditionally a dry month for Wairarapa, and Carterton Mayor and farmer John Booth told the Wairarapa TimesAge the rain was “a godsend”. Replenishing the water table and soaking a soil made dry by a combination of heat, low rainfall and wind, the rain has set the region up for renewed grass growth leading into autumn, which officially begins next week. So gently and steadily did the rain fall that I fancied I could hear the sound of a sigh from the thirsty ground. Farmers and orchardists will likely have been pleased. So the region was favoured with much-needed rain, at a time that was unfavourable for one of our most iconic events. Oh, the irony. Events like Wings Over Wairarapa take a lot of hard work and to watch helplessly as that work fails to pay off, through no fault of anyone concerned, must be the definition of frustration. And that will be the key, if there is one, to finding closure for those most involved in the weekend’s events. It wasn’t your fault. You did well anyway. Well done. FOR NEWS Editor Gerald Ford (06) 370 0925 gerald.ford@age.co.nz

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An artist’s impression of the Bring it to Colombo project. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

Trust House has pledged a further $270,000 for the Bring it to Colombo project to upgrade Masterton’s Colombo Road netball courts. Last week the Masterton net proceeds committee approved the grant, which is in addition to the $100,000 that they stumped up with last year. The project requires $2.5 million. The Bring it to Colombo Trust members are “absolutely grateful” for the support, chairman Luther Toloa said. “The board is mindful that a budget of $2.5 million is a massive ask for a small community to raise, so this

money is critical to us achieving our target.” The latest windfall helps bridge the $375,000 shortfall in what is required by Lotteries Commission before they will consider a grant application. The commission declined a funding application late last year but left the door open for Bring it to Colombo to reapply in the New Year if they could first secure other funding. Mr Toloa says with Trust House’s latest grant they are now almost there. Another principle funder of the project is the Masterton District Council which has set aside more than $600,000.

When complete the facility will be a fantastic community asset, Mr Toloa said. Netball ranks as the most participated women’s sport in New Zealand with more than 1500 registered players in Wairarapa. With the players and all of the coaches, umpires, volunteers and supporters and it absorbs a huge part of the community, Mr Toloa said. “If you were to drive past Colombo Road Netball Courts on a Saturday and saw the level of activity there you would realise just how much of an important asset it is to this community.”

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Eyes upon the lonely skies

As it unfolded

A handful of pilots took to the air at Hood Aerodrome on Sunday despite the show’s cancellation. Gerald Ford was there. More photos page 11.

February gets wet At Tinui an entire month’s rainfall fell on a single day (the 24 hours to Saturday 8am) according to Greater Wellington figures. A total of 76mm fell when the average for February is just 75mm. Nearby Castlepoint which is also part of the region’s traditionally dry east coast recorded a huge total of 140mm from Friday morning to Sunday 10am, according to Met Service figures. Masterton over the same period recorded 75mm of rain, running ground to mud and forcing the cancellation of Wings Over Wairarapa. In the 48 hours up to Sunday 8am, Greater Wellington figures show 93.5mm at Tinui, 81mm at Tauherenikau, and 47mm at Waiorongomai. The Tararua ranges recorded 115mm over the same two-day period. At Tauherenikau the 81mm total over two days exceeded the average total rainfall for February which is 67mm. February so far has been wetter than average across the region, especially in the Tararua Ranges, with twice the average for the month having fallen so far.

Right up until Sunday morning, organisers some of the festival might be salvaged. Organisers kept the news media and supporters informed with regular updates. Early on Sunday morning, however, with soggy ground underfoot and further rain forecast, along with thunderstorms and light hail, the decision was to call the whole festival off.

Organisers and a few media watch the AeroSparx display

The empty seats tell the story.

Timeline of press releases: Friday 8.55am

Yak Flyover to Wellington cancelled.

Friday 11.55am

Clean up time.

Parts of the ground were covered with mud.

Military mud conquest

Steven Keast with his World War II tank.

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The mud wasn’t all bad at Wings Over Wairarapa on Sunday, as members of the New Zealand Defence Force took the opportunity to test a World War II tank belonging to the Mainly Military Museum, near Featherston. Museum manager Stephen Keast says the museum, which brought along several pieces to the event for display, has about 15 vehicles, mainly World War II but some from Vietnam, that were restored by his great-uncle George Keast and his grandfather Ivan Keast. The light tank is pictured is a M3A1 Stuart, used by the United States in World War II.

Friday afternoon flying cancelled. Saturday morning briefing announced

Saturday 8.19am

Saturday events cancelled. Decision on night show pending.

Saturday 2.55pm

Saturday night show postponed to Sunday night, weather permitting.

Sunday 7.19am

“Sunday’s airshow and night show are cancelled. We are all gutted.”

Correction A mistake in last week’s Midweek swapped the photos of Alastair Scott – Wairarapa MP and representing the National Party, and Kieran McAnulty, who will be the Labour candidate for Wairarapa in this year’s election. The error is regretted.

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Grand gift lifts musical hopes

BY WINIFRED BULL

A music-lover’s legacy gift of a grand piano has boosted plans for a classical music festival in Martinborough. Ian Cresswell, the man who first proposed what has become the Martinborough Jazz Festival, says he first thought of a classical music festival several years ago. The idea stayed dormant because of two significant difficulties. One was the potential lack of a venue to hold orchestral concerts. The other was a lack of a quality grand piano to attract soloists such as Michael Houstoun. The first difficulty was overcome with the South Wairarapa District Council decision to upgrade the Martinborough Town Hall. All that remained for the idea to gain further momentum was the acquisition of a grand piano. Cherry van Kranen was a music teacher who died a few weeks after her 90th birthday last year. Cherry lived in Martinborough in a villa at Wharekaka for about 15 years.

One of her pride and joys was a Schimmel Grand Piano. When Cherry was playing the various makes to select her piano there was an instant rapport with the Schimmel’s tone. So in the 1980s, she became the proud owner of this brand new, lesser known make of piano. Cherry cherished her piano and played it well into her late 80s. Local musician Vicki Jones played many a duet with Cherry on the Schimmel; she recalls that it dwarfed the living room of Cherry’s villa. It was Cherry’s wish that, after her death, the piano was to be used by the Martinborough community. Her executors agree that a classical music festival fulfils Cherry’s wishes and are hopeful the refurbished Town Hall will become the future home for this wonderful gift. A small steering committee led by local clarinet player Euan Huggett has been set up to bring a classical music festival, Music in Martinborough, to fruition. Even though the Town Hall is unavailable, an inaugural festival is planned for this year in late spring.

Martinborough musician Vicki Jones with Ian Cresswell, who has proposed a classical music festival for the town, with the piano donated by the late Cherry van Kranen. PHOTO/SUPPLIED.

Wineries green up Greytown’s Main Street BY HAYLEY GASTMEIER Greytown CBD has been brightened up thanks to help drummed up by a tasty neighbour. Wine barrels donated by 17 members of Wines from Martinborough group have been turned into planters that now line Greytown’s Main St. The project was started about a year ago by Greytown Community Board. “As we had no conflict with Martinborough wineries — Greytown doesn’t have wineries — we approached them to see if they would give us wine barrels in exchange for naming rights,” board chairwoman Leigh Hay said. As well as the names of participating vineyards, the 17 new street additions boast topiary laurel trees which “add a greener landscape” to the township’s centre. They also reinforced tourism initiatives promoting the region, by providing “a permanent visual reminder to visitors” of local wineries. Mrs Hay said receiving the wine barrels free of charge kick-started the project, which gained “immediate” support from Martinborough wineries. Many people contributed to help bring the plan to fruition, she said. “It was very much a community project with the Menz Shed cutting down the barrels to 3/4 size to match the ones outside the White Swan.

Wine barrels donated by Martinborough wineries to the Greytown Community Board for the beautification project.

“Lamb-Peters Print then made all the stencils for us with their new technology, saving us further costs. “Farmlands Greytown gave us the soil at cost. “Members of the Greytown community and Greytown garden group collected the wine barrels from the wineries last year, and [on Wednesday] helped place them on Main St and plant them.” The plants would be maintained by City Care, which is contracted by South Wairarapa District Council. Designer and landscaping expert Craig Thorburn, of Grand Illusions, oversaw the project. Mrs Hay said the board hoped to extend the programme next year by approaching Masterton and Gladstone wineries.

Project volunteers with one of the finished barrel planters.

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Wairarapa SuperGrans is a free social support service that aims to help families and individuals who may need assistance to improve their quality of life.

While the name suggests Grans, we are looking for a diverse range of volunteers; men or women, all ages and backgrounds from all walks of life. If you have something to give and can commit to an hour or so a week, then we would love to hear from you.

The SuperGrans service is available Wairarapa wide to families/wha¯ nau and individuals who need some support. Our SuperGrans volunteer mentors visit people in their homes to help with a range of life skills. Some of these include: nutritious and low cost family cooking, growing food, shopping more economically, home routines, home repairs, living sustainably – whatever best suits the person we are working alongside. Our motto is Helping People to Help Themselves!

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Rod Oram, the business journalist, swept through Masterton the other day and was productively detained by Sustainable Wairarapa to share his thoughts about the state of the world and the nation. The man has pulling power and the Copthorne conference room was well-populated including a couple of mayors and a number of councillors. Oram presented a paradox: the world faces a number of unprecedented challenges yet he is more fired up and optimistic than ever. I can’t properly reflect the scope and depth of his presentation but these were the points, in no particular order, that stood out for me. “Planetary Boundaries” (goo.gl/ UkEZO3) is a framework to define a safe operating space for humanity. Estimates indicate we’ve crossed three of the boundaries: climate change, biodiversity loss, and the biogeochemical flow boundary (nitrogen is out of whack). The Gus Speth quote, “...The top environmental problems are selfishness, greed and apathy... to deal with those we need a spiritual and cultural transformation... and we scientists don’t know how to do that.” In short, our behaviour must change: technical solutions are insufficient. The 2016 top global risks as assessed by the World Economic Forum. Remember, the WEF isn’t Treehuggers Incorporated, this is global corporations such as Heineken, Hyundai, Merck, Monsanto, Nike, Prudential, Rabobank and Shell and their Global Risks Report methodology is transparent. The top three risks in likelihood are: large-scale involuntary migration, extreme

Soapbox Mike Osborne weather events, failure of climate-change mitigation and adaptation. The top three risks in impact are: failure of climatechange mitigation and adaptation, weapons of mass destruction, water crises. The web page is worth a visit - goo.gl/bs1Q59. The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (wbcsd.org), has written Vision 2050. These guys must be Treehuggers Inc. but with members like Apple, Nestle, Monsanto, Walmart, Du Pont you have to wonder. Vision 2050 is a plan for how we can have 9 billion people living well. Ambitious? Just a tad. The must haves: double agricultural output without increasing land and water use; include costs of carbon, water, ecosystem services into the marketplace; halt deforestation; halve carbon emissions by 2050. Kate Raworth’s “Doughnut Economics” (goo.gl/BMffDA) is based on the idea that humanity’s 21st century challenge is to ensure that every person has the resources they need to meet their human rights, while collectively we live within the ecological means of this one planet. It’s big but the solutions are local. It’s up to us to make the changes, here, now. That apathy thing: surely we don’t accept Kurt Vonnegut Jnr’s, “The good Earth - we could have saved it, but we were too damn cheap and lazy.”

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YARN DOUG’S TIPS Potatoes: keep mounding up rows of potatoes to ensure a bigger harvest. When watering potatoes, water the soil and not the leaves.

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Trim back the long tendrils on Wisteria and other climbing plants that have finished flowering.

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SPINACH - P SPRING ONION - P TURNIP - G T -Sow in trays G - Sow in garden P - Plant from seedling

Well, “Pickle my Onions”, this muffin is delicious! My dear wife Daphne has just brought to me a very tasty muffin. And you would never guess the star performers – freshly picked zucchini and carrots from the garden!

every week at this crucial phase in their life cycles. Watering is crucial; morning watering is best, but anytime of the day is better than no water! Try to water the root zone and not the leaves if possible.

February is harvest season, when a wide range of vegetables, fruit and herbs are all at their best. Careful watering is essential to keep plants productive early morning is a good time. Harvesting is fun and everything that reaches the kitchen table is mark of success. February is probably the most productive month in terms of harvesting summer produce with climbing and dwarf beans, tomatoes, zucchini, aubergine (eggplant), cucumbers, sweet corn, potatoes and delicious soft fruits like raspberries and blueberries, to name but a few, all coming to fruition at once. In most cases, the more you pick the more your plants will continue to produce. Fresh is best and produce not only ripens – almost before our eyes – but it can be overripe very quickly if it is missed. So keep an eye on those beans and zucchini.

With sweetcorn, some years the harvest can start earlier than others – delays can come from colder springs causing an early lack of pollinating bees. The cobs should start to swell quickly and they are ready to be pulled from the plant by pushing them downwards about a week or so after the silks have turned brown. Sweetcorn is sweetest when freshly harvested because the sugars it contains start to convert to starch once it has been picked.

Summer favourites like zucchini, tomato, eggplant, cucumber, sweet corn, beans, and melon will respond well to a nourishing liquid feed

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Regarding cucumbers, each variety will have an optimum eating size. Pick accordingly by cutting from vines or stems with scissors – this helps to prevent damaging the surprisingly delicate plants. Regular picking helps to ensure a prolonged and fruitful harvest. Keep picking to stimulate ripening of more cucumbers along the vines. Oh dear. That muffin sure got the better of me, one is simply not enough. “Daphne Darling ……. !!!”. Have a truly tremendous week – Doug

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Braving rain at A&P Show Jade Cvetkov took in the Masterton A&P Show at Solway Showgrounds on Saturday. Organiser Grant Poulton said numbers were down but those who came were rewarded by a show with the right recipe of ingredients. Carterton Rugby Club won the tug-of-war.

Lyrik Rimene, Hone Pitman and Tasha Pitman, taking in the show

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Jesika Cunningham on her saddle hunter pony named Koroway Classics Legacy, which won supreme champion pony and all her other classes at the A&P show at Solway showgrounds.

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Pat sacrifices beard Pat Jetson plans to shave off his seven-year old beard for a cause close to his heart. His wife was recovering from breast cancer when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer four years ago. “It’s a scary disease,” he says, “but I got a lot of help from the Cancer Society when I was crook.

But if I can help somebody else by shaving it off. It is worth it. Now I want to raise money to help others who might need the services of the Wairarapa Cancer Society. Pat has always had a beard. “It’s always been part of me,” he said. “My wife of 43 years is well used to it. She hasn’t seen my double chin for a long time. “I had a bet with my son that I wouldn’t shave it off and I thought that I might be able to raise funds for the Cancer Society and prove him wrong at the same time. “My hair grows fast and it’ll soon grow back.” Pat was Father Christmas for 17 years in a row when he worked at JNL. The beard has caused much amusement over the years, especially with grandchildren. “I imagine I will feel the cold and may have white patches that haven’t seen the sun for a long time. “But if I can help somebody else by shaving it off. It is worth it.” • To donate to Pat Jetson’s beard fundraiser, contact Wairarapa Cancer Society 3788039 or bring donations into the office, 37 Te Ore Ore Road, opposite the hospital.

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

More visits to health specialists

Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says latest data shows around 2200 more Wairarapa DHB patients have received a First Specialist Assessment (FSA) since 2008. “Increasing access to specialist care is a key priority. The answer to increased demand is to do more, whether it’s assessments or operations, and that’s what the Government is focused on delivering,” Dr Coleman said. “In Wairarapa DHB 8725 patients received a FSA last year, compared to 6438 patients in 2008 – an increase of 35%. Dr Coleman said the increase was supported by the a $29 million funding the DHB has received over the last eight years. Wairarapa DHB will receive an extra $3 million in new money this year, taking the DHBs total funding to $139 million for 2016/17. The Government launched the National Patient Flow project to measure the outcomes of GP referrals to hospital specialists for the first time. The latest data shows that between April and June 2016, there were around 177,400 referrals across the country for a FSA - 87 per cent of referrals were accepted. First Specialist Assessments are defined into two categories: Surgical FSAs are for patients whose condition is managed by a surgeon, for example orthopaedics, general surgery, ophthalmology. Medical FSAs are for patients whose condition is managed by a physician, for example cardiology, respiratory, renal.

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Going bald for Granny Carolyn Kearns, Health Care Worker at Whaiora Medical Centre, is taking part in Relay for Life in memory of her daughterin-law’s mother who lost her life to cancer a few years ago. She hopes to raise $1000 for her Whaiora team by shaving her hair before the event on March 18. “She was such a beautiful loving person and loved her grandchildren dearly, as I do. As the other grandmother it broke and still does break my heart that she is no longer here to share in their lives. People have been asking me, ‘Why are you shaving your hair off? There are other ways to raise money.’ Yes, this is true and yes, I know my hair will take a year or so to grow back and yes, I’ll probably hate being bald. However, my hair has not fallen out as a side effect of chemotherapy and I do not have cancer. I am doing it in memory of my daughter-in-law’s beautiful mother who was taken from her adoring family much too early in life. She lost her battle with cancer in 2012. Sadly a few years after being given the all clear from bowel cancer she found a lump in her neck - the worst news possible. She had terminal cancer. For me, as a mother and grandmother, this was devastating news. We both shared two young beautiful grandchildren. I could not

Carolyn Kearns, Health Care Worker at Whaiora Medical Centre, is taking part in Relay for Life in memory of her daughterin-law’s mother, “Granny”, who lost her life to cancer a few years ago. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

imagine what it was like to know that each special moment shared with her family and grandchildren would possibly be the last and that she would not share in their milestones or achievements. Granny had four grandchildren under age 4 before she passed away. Children feel and express death in their own way just as adults do. One weekend I was telling our grandson a bedtime story when he suddenly started

crying. I asked him why he was crying. He replied, ‘I miss Granny’ in such a sad broken voice that my heart broke and I cried with him. We talked about how special Granny was, the fun times they had together and how she was always sending her love to him from heaven. My daughter-inlaw had given me a cardigan that belonged to her mother. I gave it to our grandson and told him it was Granny’s. He snuggled into it

and drifted off to sleep. This is my story in memory of Granny, a most beautiful, caring, loving mother, grandmother, wife and friend. To maatou tino aroha ki a koe, Granny.” The Whaiora team is getting behind Relay for Life by fundraising through weekly meat raffles, a garage sale, book stalls and clothing sale. All donations support the work of Wairarapa Cancer Society.

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Seabirds and photos Birds NZ and Aratoi are combining forces for Seaweek from Feb 25 to March 5, with support from DoC and the Greater Wellington Regional Council. The large wall of the entry area of Aratoi will be available for the public to add their photos and artwork of seabirds to a montage which calls attention to some of the issues troubling our seas and their birdlife in particular. To have their pictures returned, submitters should put your name and phone number on the back and remember to collect it after March 5. There will be a work station for smaller children with activity sheets supplied by DoC. A large video screen will run a slide show of rarely seen subAntarctic and Antarctic birds. A teaching session on the environmental dangers of plastic waste may be available for a small number of Enviro-school classes. The Seaweek display takes place within the time frame of the Buller’s Birds exhibition at Aratoi, currently on loan from Te Papa and a fine example of early scientific work in this country as well as beautiful artwork.

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Bad hair day or free expression? BY AROHA WITINITARA

In my experience as someone at a school that allows hair dye, piercings and jewelry, a student’s personal sense of style has no bearing on their intelligence. Sometimes the students with the brightest hair have the best grades. Rules should exist to keep everyone safe and maintain order. But stupid rules are a surefire way to incite rebellion. If we thought the rules were reasonable we would be more likely to follow them. The guidelines of dress codes are heavily based on stereotypes perpetrated by society. For example, bright hair colors are outlawed as they are perceived as being ‘eyesores.’ From a youth standpoint that viewpoint is shrouded in stereotyping and judgment, which should be abolished to allow people to express themselves as freely as possible. We are constantly under pressure to look well presented. All because that is what is viewed as normal in our society. But our appearance has no effect on how we work. Going to school with bright pink hair won’t change your work ethic just like going to work wearing sandals and a t-shirt won’t increase your productivity. Dressing down should be more widespread, and casual clothing shouldn’t be reserved just for the weekend.

In primary school we are always being told that we are special. We are unique and we shouldn’t be afraid to express that. But once they reach college the true intention of the message from our primary school days suddenly becomes clear; it’s okay to be different, but only in ways that are socially acceptable. Many students will encounter road blocks from self-expression. One of these being the dress codes that, not all but, many schools enforce. Within the majority of dress codes dyed hair is strictly outlawed. One of the reasons this rule is enforced is that dyed hair makes student’s look unruly or rebellious. This notion is outdated and old fashioned. In the present day hair dye is extremely common, not just among teenagers but in the adult population too. Dying your hair is no longer a shocking occurrence. It is misconceived that students that dye their hair are more likely to break rules and somehow be less intelligent, which is a stupid accusation. Appearance has no effect on a student’s appearance. Hair dye doesn’t kill brain cells.

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

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The Human Rights Commission have provided some very helpful information when looking to secure a good job ; because securing a good job is a lifeaffirming experience. From their website at www.hrc.co.nz there is access to the booklet “The A- Z Pre-Employment Guide for Employers & Employees “ and also available at the Citizen’s Advice Bureau , Wairarapa. The commission notes that employers want to employ the best person for the job to enhance performance in both the private and public sectors . Equally , employees want to maximise their talents and potential in employment throughout their lives. A key objective of the Human Rights Act 1993 is to protect people eligible to work in New Zealand, from being discriminated against in their working lives. A large number of enquiries & complaints to the commission concern

pre-employment issues. The guidelines in the booklet have been created to help employers, recruiters and job seekers who want to comply with the Act. They are aimed at ensuring equality and fairness for all job applicants regardless of characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, age, disability and religion. The A-Z includes questions & answers for things such as: • Can an employer ask my age as part of the job application process? • Can an employer concerned about ensuring business continuity ask job applicants about their childcare arrangements? • Can an employer run a credit check on me when I apply for a job? • Can an employer refuse an applicant a job because applicant will not take a drug test? There are many questions and answers - well , from A up to Z , so the above is just a very, very small sample. It would seem wise that before employers issue applications for vacancies or employees apply for a vacancy, the “A-Z Pre-Employment Guide” applicable to both parties, should be read; either from the website shown above or request a booklet from our bureau in Masterton.

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The Alien Rocket balloon, which is as tall as a 10-storey building standing at a height of 29 metres, will attend the Festival being held across the Wairarapa over Easter weekend, from April 13 to 17. It will join another special shape balloon, High Kitty, and 24 other hot air balloons for the festival. Extraordinarily the Alien Rocket was designed and built completely by the pilot, Canadian Alain Bard. “As a young child, I was always fascinated with the space program - and I always wanted to be

an astronaut. For many years, I knew I wanted a special shape balloon in the shape of a rocket. So in 2015, I made my dream a reality, by designing and building the Alien Rocket.” Bard is very excited to visit New Zealand. “I’ve travelled to over 40 countries so far,” he said. “I am really looking forward to flying the Alien Rocket over Wairarapa and hopefully inspiring a new generation of kids to find out more about space, astronomy and learn about our fragile existence on this planet.”

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

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Respite ‘holiday’ at Kandahar Enliven’s Kandahar Home and Kandahar Court in Masterton is reminding Wairarapa locals that short-term respite is available when elders or their family carers need a break. The homes, which together offer rest home, hospital and dementia care, are also able to provide short-term respite and health recovery care. Manager Peter Newman says respite provides the rest, recovery and space a carer needs to refresh themselves and prevent burnout. “Caring for a loved one is a full time job and can be demanding, both emotionally and physically. Carers shouldn’t feel guilty about taking a break.” In fact, he says respite care is widely recognised as hugely beneficial for both the carer and the elder. “Respite, whether it’s for a day, a weekend, a week or more, allows the carer to recharge their batteries, but it also gives the elder a chance to get out of the house, to socialise and to get involved in a variety of activities.” He says while an elder is visiting Kandahar Home or Court, their family can rest assured their loved one is in a safe environment. “While with us, people have access to 24 hour nursing care and practical assistance, plus they can take part in the home’s activities, have their meals cooked, and socialise,” says Peter.

Kandahar Home and Kandahar Court manager Peter Newman is encouraging Wairarapa elders and their carers to make use of respite services. “So many respite guests have told me they think of coming to Kandahar as a little holiday.”

As well as respite, Enliven also provides health recovery care to help people recover from serious illness, surgery or injury. “Health recovery care gives people the support they need to get back on their feet as quickly as possible so they’re able to return to their own homes,” says Peter. Short-term respite and health recovery care can be paid for privately, but subsidies are often available from Wairarapa DHB for those who qualify. For more information about respite and health recovery care at Enliven’s Kandahar Home or Kandahar Court in Masterton phone 06 370 0447 or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz.

The view from the air on Keith Essex. PHOTO/KEITH ESSEX

BY HAYLEY GASTMEIER A 1000km gliding round trip that began from Greytown Soaring Centre has left glider pilot Keith Essex on a high. On Sunday, took up a challenge to be the first person to clock up 1000km from the Papawai club, after the idea was light heartedly put to him the night before over dinner. Flying at altitudes ranging between 9000ft and 22,000ft, the flight took over seven hours to complete. It saw Mr Essex fly to and fro between Hawke’s Bay (from near Hastings) and Palliser Bay in South Wairarapa. In order for the flight to be authenticated, Mr Essex was only allowed to make five turns. When he took off in the morning, he said, achieving his goal looked unlikely. “The conditions weren’t great. “There was a lot of cloud, the wind direction was too southerly but I kept going and kept working at it.” On his journey Mr Essex travelled at an average of 142kmh, but said he reached speeds of up to 300kmh. “[Gliding] can be peaceful, quiet and tranquil… but then you can also push the limits and go far and fast with it as well.” Sunday’s voyage was not a personal record for Mr Essex, who took up the airborne hobby just four years ago. Last year, in the United States, he clocked up a 2700km flight with an average speed of 254kmh. Mr Essex lives five months of the year in the small South Island township of Omarama, home to the island’s largest gliding centre. For the rest of the year he is back home in Alaska running his helicopter company, which splits its time and resources between tourism, and assisting the local coast guard and fish and wildlife management. His recent Greytown trip was to check out the “exceptional” new Papawai facility while partaking in the gliding

championships held there last week. For the bulk of his 1000km glide, Mr Essex relied on “mountain waves”. “Your engine for soaring is the energy created from the atmosphere, gliders have no motor, no nothing.” He said wind speeds increased with altitude, which created a “bounce” in the atmosphere. “It’s literally like surfing a wave off the beach, except the wave is stationary because the mountain is stationary.” While up in the air, to stay “well nourished”, Mr Essex consumed sandwiches, cheese, fruit and a lot of water. Weather was another factor gliders had to remain vigilant about, he said. “We rely on flying visually, we don’t fly on instruments.” As aerotowing was not available on the day, Mr Essex was launched by winch, making the mission “quite difficult”. “If you’re towed, the aeroplane will take off and it will tow you right to where the good lift is… 4000ft to 5000ft and off you go.” However, being launched by winch took him to about 1500ft. “I was able to work the scrappy thermals underneath me to work my way up to the waves. “Getting up to the waves from the winch is pretty special.” Mr Essex set to the skies again last week, this time with the goal was to “get to East Cape and back”. Greytown Soaring Centre president Grae Harrison said just two other people had clocked a 1000km glide in the North Island. He said the weather conditions in which the flight was completed, and the fact he was launched by winch, made Mr Essex “a legend”. Wellington Air Traffic Control monitored the flight.

Specialist care for Wairarapa elders

at Masterton's Kandahar Home and Court

At Kandahar Home and Court we get to know each elder and their families so we can tailor our support, recognise what's important to you and help you maintain your independence for longer. An elder-centred community Companionship, fun and meaningful activity are part of everyday life with Enliven. As well as providing daily living support, we make sure residents have choice and control in their lives.

Pets welcome We believe pets can be both calming and energising, so we welcome animal companions. If you have a pet that’s part of your family, ask us about moving to Kandahar with them.

Specialist care Kandahar Home and Court provide rest home, hospital and dementia care, as well as short term respite, health recovery care and engaging day programmes.

Social calendar We’ll support you to continue doing the things you love in a way that’s right for you. There’s always something happening at Kandahar.

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Toy partnership for the kids The Masterton Community Toy Library took possession on Friday of hundreds of dollars of new toys donated by the Warehouse Masterton. Warehouse fundraising coordinator Sherilee Murray said she saw that the library, which is a charity, was fundraising and aiming to update their toy selection, and had applied for one of the store’s regular barbecue fundraisers. “We just want to help groups in the community that do need help,” Ms Murray said. “We had them on our token boxes … we wanted to help and we’ve given around $600 worth of toys.” The toys included puzzles, board games, dolls, blocks, bubble machines and more. The toy library has also benefited from fundraising efforts held at The Warehouse Masterton through sausage sizzles, donation boxes, and through the stores cardboard coins

programme. Toy library chairman Mark Walker thanked the Warehouse on behalf of the committee. As an early childhood teacher, Mr Walker said he recognises the value of play, and the importance of learning in the early years. “Children will be able to come into the toy library, see these resources, choose what interests them, and borrow the toys for a couple of weeks at a time,” he said. “In these two weeks, these resources might aid their ability to walk, refine their pencil grip, enhance their hand-eye coordination, problem solve, and more”. Mr Walker said the resources can be good for children’s social skills, learning how to share and take turns, how to react should they win or lose, and learn through the act of borrowing and returning an item from the toy library. “It’s just as good to spend time

with the family, being fun, being spontaneous, and being silly”. Mr Walker said grandparents often visit the toy library, seeking a few toys for their grandchildren to play with during the weekends or on holidays – and some parents and caregivers use it to trial out certain toys before buying them for birthdays or other occasions. “It’s a chance for family members to say ‘Yes’ to the children in their lives without worrying about the cost all-year round, or keeping up with fads, or worrying they might outgrow a bike or ride-on toy in a couple of months.”  The Masterton Community Toy Library is located at 162 Dixon Street, Masterton (back entrance of YMCA), and open Monday and Tuesday 10ammidday, Thursday 2.30pm4.30pm, and Saturday 10am1pm. Find it at www.toylibrary. org.nz or on Facebook.

The Masterton Community Toy Library chairman Mark Walker, centre, with Warehouse fundraising co-ordinator Sherilee Murray, left and assistant manager Selina Griggs, and $600 of donated toys. PHOTO/SUPPLIED.

New boss for Henergy Cage-Free Eggs A new chief executive has been appointed at Wairarapa business Henergy Cage-Free Eggs. Michael Jamieson replaces Graeme Napier – the company founder who will continue to be involved as a director and in an advisory capacity, according to Henergy board chairman Andrew Gibbs.

Mr Gibbs said Mr Jamieson comes to us with a well-rounded experience at country manager level for global corporates and has a strong understanding of consumer focussed businesses,” he said. Mr Gibbs said Mr Jamieson has government experience and understanding of regulatory

change. He was a policy and trade director of the Ministry for Primary Industries – where he led the $720M Primary Growth Partnership of co-investment in innovation by Government and industry. Before this Mr Jamieson held senior leadership roles in

Icebreaker, Nike Asia Pacific and Lion Nathan. “This wealth of experience will be ideal to take Henergy through the next stages of growth,” Mr Gibbs said. “Michael will continue to promote and expand Henergy’s strong performance as NZ’s leading Cage-Free egg specialist.”

Henergy began as a cage free egg supplier 25 years ago and was the first egg producer in New Zealand to be SPCA accredited. The business now employs 75 staff, half of them in Wairarapa.

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COUNTDOWN: We are on the countdown now. 6 weeks until Relay for Life March 18th/19th. If you have a team already and have forgotten to register please do so. If you are contemplating putting in a team call us and we can talk you through how to register.

FUNDRAISING: Well done to all those out there fundraising! There are some exciting events coming up. Listen to More FM 89.5 the community radio for updates! Visit our facebook page and like us to see what’s new. Thank you to our current sponsors for the event: Property Brokers, Breadcraft, More FM, Wairarapa Times-Age, Mela Juices, Premier Bacon, Tripoli, Wairarapa A&P, Henergy Eggs, Jeremy Sharp, Rotary South Masterton, Rotary Carterton.

CALLING ALL SURVIVORS: Please come and put your handprint on the survivors banner. We are open each day 9.30am-3.30pm. Survivors are invited also to attend afternoon tea from 2pm 18th March. RSVP for catering essential.

CANDLEBAGS: Are available for the remembrance candle bag evening service. Decorate your bag in memory of someone who has passed. Candlebags are $5.00 each. Bags are available at Property Brokers offices throughout the Wairarapa or at the Cancer Society 37 Te Ore Ore Road (opposite the Hospital).

Registrations are now open. Pick up a registration pack from the Centre at 37 Te Ore Ore Road or register online using the website

www.Relayforlife.org.nz or phone the Centre for more details (06) 3788039. Come on lets Relay for Cancer Patients in the Wairarapa!

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

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10 RUGGED YEARs

RUGGED VALLEY HAS TURNED 10. A BIG THANKS TO ALL YOU HARDWORKING, HARD-PLAYING KIWIS. YOU’VE MADE THE LAST 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS A BLAST. HERE’S TO 10 MORE RUGGED YEARS.

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RUGGED VALLEY celebrating ten years of growth Rugged Valley is one of Wairarapa’s quietly achieving businesses. Since opening in Masterton 10 years ago, it has grown to be the number one supplier of New Zealand-made canvas seat covers in the country. Rugged Valley has also expanded to manufacture other products as well as stocking a comprehensive range of work wear and safety wear. Rugged Valley opened in purposebuilt premises at 4 Edwin Feist Place at Solway in 2007, but its origins go back to 1975 when R.W. Smith used to make leather collars and leads in his garage back in Hastings. Rugged Valley remains a small family business to this day and is now owned by Brent and Liz Smith. Toby Smith is Production Manager, Ophelia Smith takes care of Administration, and Renee and Harriet Smith are in the Marketing domain. The Production team comprises Kelvin Simonson, Sandra Fryer, Angela Bain, Sharon Shore and Shane Radford. Because of their expertise and passion Rugged Valley can deliver excellent products.

Sharon, Brent, Renee, Toby, Kelvin, Harriet, Angela, Ophelia and Sandra. Absent (Shane) “Back in Hastings we were very general making covers and doing repairs,” says General Manager Brent Smith. “We wanted a product that we could take to market and push as our own brand so Rugged Valley was born. Striking on protective seat covers, the business has grown from there.” Rugged Valley is unique in providing canvas products, work wear and safety wear all at one address, says Marketing Manager Renee Smith. It supplies a wide range of industries including forestry, farming, honey, engineering and construction but also welcomes the general public looking to shop at its Solway premises. “Often people don’t know where to ÿ nd these sorts of products and go to their local hardware or farm supply store where there might be one or two products to choose from, whereas here you can ÿ nd exactly what you are looking for

with a big selection to choose from.” Rugged Valley is continually evolving with the addition of new products - among the most recent being airbag certiÿ ed seat cover models and ° oormats. Rugged Valley has deÿ nitely seen a lot of growth and diversiÿ cation, says Renee. “One of the highlights has been starting to go to ÿ eld days throughout New Zealand to increase our brand awareness and to give a personal touch by putting a face to our product.” Rugged Valley remains a family business with a strong agricultural focus, she says. “We enjoy being a local business dealing directly with our customers and getting to know them personally. We have a great range of unique products but we also pride ourselves on giving exceptional advice and service with them.”

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Rugged seat covers handle all extremes Rugged Valley is nationally renowned for its seat covers, designed for working hard and playing harder. Each seat cover is speciÿ cally made to ÿ t the exact model of vehicle it is to go in with Rugged Valley building up a collection of over 300 templates since it opened 10 years ago. The patterns are taken o° New Zealand vehicles and then manufactured to those speciÿ cations. The seat covers ÿ t perfectly so there is no shu˛ ing on the seat and they are very comfortable. “The product development team take great pleasure in getting a superior ÿ t making it the best product on the New Zealand market,” says Production Manager Toby Smith. Rugged Valley seat covers are made for utes, trucks, SUV’s, commercials, agricultural equipment, earthmoving machinery, quads, bikes, ATVs and MUVs. The business is about to launch a sophisticated new website which will allow customers to order seat

covers on line, says Marketing Manager Renee Smith. “People will be able to order exactly the right seat cover for their make and model of vehicle as they would if they rang us or came in to place an order.” The seat covers are made from extremely heavy duty canvas with a coating that makes them mud, water and rot proof. They are easy to clean and reÿ t with a light scrub bringing them back to near new again. Because a lot of later model vehicles now have side impact airbags in the seats, Rugged Valley now o° ers a design which uses a light weight stitching on the side panels, ensuring that the airbag can still go o° because the seam will pop. While the extreme heavy duty 12oz canvas is the most popular choice there is also the option of polyester and sheepskin.

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Turn your carpet pieces into attractive mats Rugged Valley is turning carpet sections into mats. All customers have to do is bring in their piece of carpet into Rugged Valley and in a day or so they will have been given an attractive edging to stop the carpet from fraying, turning it into a long lasting mat. “The carpet overlocking we do can certainly transform an old piece of carpet or a scrap into something that looks a million dollars,” says General Manager Brent Smith. “It sure is worth getting your carpet edged so it looks great on the ˜ oor of your home or o° ce.”

There’s even more! Among the other products available from Rugged Valley are: Tarpaulins, truck covers, trailer covers, silage tarps, fertiliser tarps, asphalt/hot mix covers, palm kernel, bark covers, specialty machinery covers, cab covers, hire

tarpaulins, ute covers , trailer covers, canopy covers, trampoline mats, safety pads, clear PVC screens, banners, canopies, outdoor roll up screens, construction covers, PVC equipment bags, repairs to curtainsiders, tarpaulins, tents, chaps, fruit picking gear. Ropes, rollover covers, sand pit covers, skip bin covers, spreader covers, and pool covers. This is where your imagination and budget are the limit! All these

items are custom made to your needs, requirements, sizes, price range, colour preferences etc. With decades of experience a very high level of quality workmanship is guaranteed with projects going from design through to completion with great ease. “If it has to be sewn together we can help you provide the solution to your need!” says General Manager Brent Smith.

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Customised sail shades a speciality Sail shades and awnings are a modern and attractive way to provide extra protection from the UV rays - ideal for patios, decks, BBQ areas, swimming pools and any other outdoor spaces. Many people don’t know where to go to purchase a sail shade and so purchase a generic one, usually from a large store, says Marketing Manager Renee Smith.

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require seat covers.”

Rugged Valley offers one of the most comprehensive selections of quality workwear and safety apparel in the Wairarapa with a vast display showroom at its address at 4 Edwin Feist Place at Solway.

As a bonus, Rugged Valley offers a customised label service so logos for businesses or teams can be embroidered or printed on clothing – a low cost way to further promote businesses and organisations.

General Manager Brent Smith says “the workwear and safety gear has been a great add-on as it complements the market that also

A full description of products available can be viewed at www.ruggedvalley.co.nz

Rugged Valley‘s workwear range includes overalls, boots and footwear, rainwear, hi vis apparel, general apparel and even workwear specifically for women and children Among its safety wear is protection for the head, eyes, face, hearing and hands, as well as respiratory equipment, first aid supplies and chainsaw protection. Rugged Valley also has access to a range of safety signs to notify of dangers like wet areas or hazardous chemicals.

However, Rugged Valley offers a customised sail shade service with a range of fabric options and shapes available. High quality components are used to ensure that these sail shades last the necessary distance and don’t create extra hassle in erecting. All you have to do is say what you need and want for your sail shade and Rugged Valley can help you to create the perfect solution. Examples of Rugged Valley’s sail shades can be found all around the Wairarapa including early childhood centres and cafēs. “With the Wairarapa’s wind and sunshine hours, sail shades and sun screens are a must have for every outdoor space, says General Manager Brent Smith. A recent project we were delighted to be a part of was the new outdoor area at 10 O’clock Cookie Co which allows coffee goers to sit outside all year round. “ Examples of some of the sail shades Rugged Valley have supplied can be viewed at www.ruggedvalley.co.nz

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Brent Stewart and Maria Majboroda of Masterton’s Mitre 10 MEGA showing off the new Life Flight items available in store. PHOTO/ JESSICA MORRIS

Stores help flights

The Life Flight helicopter crew prepare for a pick-up in Martinborough last year.

Mitre 10 Mega Masterton and Mitre 10 Martinborough are working together with stores from Marlborough and Crofton Downs to join Life

Flight’s family of sponsors. The stores will be selling Life Flight first-aid kits and toy fabric Westpac helicopters, with all the proceeds going to

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Life Flight. The sponsorship marks the latest show of support from Masterton’s Mitre 10 Mega, which has a relationship with Life Flight that spans more than 20 years. Maria Majboroda, financial controller of Mitre 10 Mega Masterton, says the recent sponsorship is a communityminded decision from the store. “Life Flight has always been the company’s charity of choice, it’s just such a valuable service. “For us, it’s about the community, and ensuring that such a valuable service can keep operating here.” Brent Stewart, Mitre 10 Mega Masterton general manager Brent Stewart echoed these sentiments. “To the Wairarapa community, Life Flight is huge. “If we didn’t have the Westpac helicopter flying into Wairarapa, there’d be guaranteed loss of life.” Life Flight’s Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Air Ambulance Plane have provided aid to almost 100 Wairarapa locals in the second half of 2016 alone, and must fundraise around $2500 for each operation. The show of support comes as welcome news to the Life Flight team, who rely on donations to continue with their services. Life Flight Communications Manager Terri Rosenstock says the support is extremely helpful in terms of ensuring that Life Flight can always afford to make the trip over the hill from Wellington. “We’ve had a long relationship with Mitre 10, particularly with the stores in Wairarapa. “Without having this financial support we couldn’t continue to do what we do.”

Each month Featherston Gateway makes a donation to community groups and deserving individuals. To apply, please pick up an application from Featherston SuperValue, any of the Featherston Gateway stores or download from supervalue.co.nz. 43 – 45 Fitzherbert Street, Featherston (06) 308 9104

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Autumn Pasture & Fertiliser POTASSIUM THE MISSING LINK IN CLOVER PRODUCTION One of the most basic facts about plants appears to have been forgotten in the discussion on making the most of pasture on sheep & beef farms, according to agricultural scientist Dr Doug Edmeades. This is that plants will only grow with a su˜ cient amount of all 16 of their essential nutrients. Last October, Dr Edmeades spoke on a Beef & Lamb New Zealand podcast on

“Making the Most of your Fertiliser.” In the introduction to the podcast it was pointed out that fertiliser and lime represents about 20% of farm working expenses on a typical New Zealand sheep & beef farm. Dr Edmeades shared his advice on how to optimise that spend by monitoring soils, clovers and pastures, as well as considering the components of fertiliser and lime.

He pointed out that as sheep & beef is restricted to higher and drier land, discussion is intensifying over what is working and what isn’t, and that there is a renewed appreciation for legumes such as red and white clover, and some of the clover and herb mixes. This has increased interest in the science and art of feeding legumes and not just generic pasture, he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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POTASSIUM THE MISSING LINK IN CLOVER PRODUCTION “There is no doubt in my mind that we have lost our way on the importance of clover based pasture. We have lost sight of what a good white clover/ryegrass pasture looks like and because of that we are not performing as we could do. “There is a huge untapped potential in our sheep & beef sector in the hill country to improve productivity by getting our soil fertility correct. The most important part is getting the clover growing.

You get the biggest bang for your fertility buck by chasing after the most limiting nutrient.” “Clover has a very poor root structure and as a consequence it has a higher requirement for nutrients, so the clover is the canary in the mine. “If your pastures are not performing - do not contain the proper amounts of clover - then chances are there is a nutrient limitation.”

Dr Edmeades pointed out that clover, like all plants, requires 16 nutrients and can only grow as fast as the least available nutrient in the soil. In particular, many farms in both the North and South Island lack enough potassium in their soils.

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“We have mined out all the potassium in these soils and it is one of the most frequent deficiencies in hill country. No matter how much super you put on, it won’t grow any faster.

relearn the importance of clover which traditionally has given New Zealand a competitive advantage because of its productivity versus its cost, and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil

“It has become a real problem and we are not recognising it as the important nutrient that it is. Some people say I have gone overboard with potassium. I am not overstating it. You get the biggest bang for your fertility buck by chasing after the most limiting nutrient.”

“If you haven’t got the fertility balance in terms of those 16 nutrients, your pasture quality will decline and you are not getting that free nitrogen that is going to make sure the rye grass is persistent.”

Dr Edmeades also said farmers need to

Other subjects covered in the podcast are ; cost/benefit analyses of nutrient application; what phosphate retention

means; economic optimums for soil fertility and pH, and how to apply them to different blocks in your farm; the benefits and unlikely risks of molybdenum; how lime works and how to use it effectively; and how we feed the all-important soil flora and fauna The podcast is available to listen to at https://beeflambnz.podbean.com/e dr-doug-edmeades-making-the-most-ofyour-fertiliser/

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Autumn Pasture & Fertiliser

TECHNOLOGY ALLOWS 9% OF FERTILISER APPLICATION TO BE REDEPLOYED More precise aerial fertiliser spreading has already proven it can deliver environmental gains compared to blanket topdressing, but now fresh research is emerging that it will improve the bottom line of New Zealand’s hill country farmers. Presenting their ÿ ndings at the 30th Annual Fertiliser Lime and Research Workshop earlier this month, Michael White, Ravensdown Development Manager, and Dr Ants Roberts, Chief Scientiÿ c O° cer, outlined results from 40 commercial fertiliser applications that have used the variable rate technology. “Across the 40 farms an average of 9% of the land has either been environmentally sensitive or non-productive, which is well above what we expected. To be able to avoid those areas delivers signiÿ cant environmental gains and potential savings for farmers, with the ability to reinvest those savings,” says Michael White. “When it comes to fertiliser precision, pilots and aerial spreading operators over the decades have done the best they can with the technology they had. Only now are technology developments starting to emerge where hill country farmers can e˛ ectively start to pick and

choose where to apply or not apply their fertiliser. If of su° cient size, a stream, some scrub or a sacred site can be mapped and avoided more easily, cost e˛ ectively and safely,” adds Michael. Using AgResearch’s PKS lime econometric model, they then compared a variable rate application to a blanket fertiliser strategy on four farm modelled scenarios. Farm Economist, Phil Journeaux, reviewed and supplied the Overseer nutrient budgets and productivity weightings.

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“On average, the farm scenarios were $43 per hectare better o˛ in that timeframe than they would have been using a blanket spreading strategy for a typical North and South Island farm. It also proved more sustainable, when tested against volatile returns for farm proÿ tability over the ten years.”

Now in year four of its seven-year programme, Ravensdown is identifying considerable productivity potential between di˛ ering land management units on hill country farms.

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PASTURE MONITORING ESSENTIAL TO STAY IN THE BLACK

Farmers can get up to 20% more white clover established in their new paddocks simply by sowing it di˜ erently, a Canterbury trial has found.

Some summer rain has meant there is a bit more pasture cover in the Wairarapa than is normal for this time of the year. But making the most of it will require careful monitoring of pasture growth, says James Muwunganirwa, DairyNZ Regional Leader for the lower North Island.

Agriseeds compared ÿ ve di˜ erent techniques for establishing new pasture in autumn, plus a control treatment, to ÿ nd out more about what e˜ ect sowing method has on clover population in the sward.

Because there is a bit more grass cover, many farmers are presently using less feed supplement, he says. “My advice for them is to monitor their pasture cover and measure the speed of growth. This will give them a clear idea of how best to manage their feed between drying o˜ and calving.” James likens pasture monitoring to “looking at your bank statement from time to time. It does make a di˜ erence.” With this information, the farmer can then work out a realistic feed budget, determining how much feed they have available and how to use it most e° ciently. There are various measures farmers can take to ensure they stay on the right side of the feed ledger, get the most milk production out of their cows for the feed input, and make sure the cows are in good condition leading into the calving season.

WHITE CLOVER REWARDS CAREFUL SOWING

Broadcasting clover and ryegrass seed on the surface, then harrowing and rolling it to simulate the e˜ ect of a roller drill, gave the best result when the swards were analysed nine months after sowing.

For example, if they are short of grass, they can dry o˜ their stock early to avoid spending money on expensive supplements. Some farmers change from twicea-day to once-a-day milking which means less milk production but also less supplements being used and less energy being used by cows in walking to the milking shed and back, thereby increasing the net return.

The second best result came from sowing ryegrass seed in 10-15 mm rows, broadcasting clover seed on the surface, then harrowing and rolling. Broadcast treatments averaged 50% clover content in the sward nine months later, and 20% more than the plots where ryegrass and clover seed were sown together in 10-15 mm rows. The poorest result in terms of clover population was caused by sowing ryegrass and clover together in rows 10-15 mm deep. White clover seed broadcast separately later in spring did establish, but was at lower levels when assessed in January due to the later sowing. Although it was not as successful as

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the best autumn methods, it can be a useful option where a winter herbicide programme is needed to control speciÿ c problem weeds. Sowing rates of 20 kg per ha ryegrass and 4 kg per ha clover were used for all treatments. Agriseeds agronomist Matt Smith who ran the trial says although clover remains key to New Zealand pastoral farm systems, white clover content in perennial pastures is typically much lower than the recommended optimum of 30-40%. The prevailing emphasis on fast turnaround for new pastures doesn’t always help. “Modern high production farming systems now demand new pastures are back into full production within three months, and at the same time more cost e˜ ective drilling techniques (such as grass to grass renewal through direct drilling) have become popular. “In many cases little thought has been given to white clover, reducing the chance for successful establishment. This is made even more di° cult if conditions for initial emergence are not maximised.” With its small seed, white clover requires shallow sowing and it also needs light and space after seedlings emerge. While ryegrass can successfully emerge from a sowing depth of 20 mm, optimum sowing depth for clover is much closer to the surface at two to three mm. Results from the trial showed just what a di˜ erence sowing technique can make to clover establishment, Mr Smith says.

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MAKING THE MOST OF NEW GRASS New Zealand has traditionally prided itself on our low-cost pastoral farming systems. Ongoing research into improving pasture species to support this system has seen a major improvement in pasture species. A re-grassing programme introducing new species can enhance pasture production and farm returns, and autumn is a popular time of year to re-sow grass to make the most out of this feed source. However, Ballance Agri-Nutrients Head of Agro-Sciences Warwick Catto explains that to get the maximum beneÿ t from that pasture, it’s important that it’s growing high-quality feed. Renewing pasture is not a cheap process — not only is there a loss of potential income while the paddock is taken out of production, but there are the direct costs associated with the cost of raw materials (herbicides and seed), land preparation (soil tests, lime and capital fertiliser applications) and labour (drilling or cultivation).

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Autumn Pasture & Fertiliser Mr Catto says that it’s important, then, to make the process as e° ective and e˛ cient as possible. “If you’ve taken the time to soil test your paddocks marked for re-grassing, applied lime to correct any pH problems, put on capital fertiliser to remedy soil fertility, sprayed o° weeds, sown seed and kept o° stock while that strikes, then you have the base for successful new pasture. But attention still needs to be paid to this new grass.” “The ÿ rst grazing is critical. While you don’t want to put stock in too early, it’s equally important not to leave the grass to become too long either, otherwise clovers will be shaded out and their growth will su° er. If you grab a handful of grass and it tears, rather than pulls out of the ground, then the paddock is likely ready for stock,” says Mr Catto. Mr Catto suggests to graze the paddock lightly, then apply nitrogen — around 65 kg urea/ha will be su˛ cient, to help grasses tiller and encourage clovers to spread their stolons.

will not be ÿ xing nitrogen — or at least su˛ cient nitrogen to meet demand — so that fertiliser nitrogen is vital for keeping pasture protein levels high.”

“Repeat nitrogen applications after each grazing. For the ÿ rst 18 months of its existence, clover in the new pasture

When the new pasture is about 18 months old it is advisable to have herbage tests done to identify any deÿ ciencies that

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Do a thorough spray job for weed control Use treated seed AND slug bait to control insect damage

If using cultivation, make sure you end up with a well consolidated seed bed.

Ensure the drill is well set up (especially planting depth)

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Don’t drill clover with the grass seed. Use the small seeds box to deposit the clover

might lead to poor plant health or to stock health problems. Invariably, testing like this to identify potential problems early — and then taking action to remedy the issue — is cheaper and more e° ective than waiting until production losses indicate something is wrong. seeds on/near the surface (this means that you’ll need to order the clover seed separate from the grass seed) Whichever system you use, make sure you monitor germination and insect damage, do the ‘pull test’, get at least one light grazing in before winter and apply some Nitrogen after that ÿ rst grazing. Source: DairyNZ

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Autumn Pasture & Fertiliser EARTHWORMS EXCELLENT AID FOR PASTURE PRODUCTIVITY BY BALA TIKKISETTY The humble earthworm is worth its weight in gold when it comes to on farm soil productivity and protecting waterways from the impacts of farming. Common earthworms introduced from Europe by settlers in the 1800s improve the general condition of farming soils, reduce surface runoff of contaminants from pasture and prevent soil erosion generally. These introduced earthworms are, in fact, essential to the development of fertile productive soil. They act as biological aerators and physical conditioners of the soil, improve soil porosity, structure, aggregate stability and water retention. Earthworms also increase the population, activity and diversity of soil microbes, such as actinomycetes and mycorrhizal fungi. These microbes play a vital role in the supply of nutrients to pasture, digesting soil and fertiliser and unlocking nutrients such as phosphorus that are fixed by the soil. Soils without enough of the right type of earthworms are usually poorly structured and tend to develop a turf mat or thatch of slowly decomposing peat-like material at the surface. Old dung and dead plant material lie about the surface. These factors can naturally inhibit pasture and crop

production. Lower producing grasses are often more evident than ryegrass on these types of soils as well. Pasture growth is slow to start in spring and stops early in autumn. Plant nutrients tend to remain locked in the organic layer and there is poor absorption of applied fertiliser. Plants roots in such soils are relatively shallow and pastures are therefore susceptible to drought. And, as indicated earlier, water runs off this type of pasture more easily rather than being absorbed into the soil, increasing water quality problems. To help avoid these types of problems, soils should have a good diversity of relevant earthworm species. The most common introduced earthworm in New Zealand is Aporrectodea calignosa, a topsoil dweller. This earthworm grows up to 90 millimetres long and may vary in colour from grey to pink or cream. Another very common introduced earthworm is Lumbricus rubellus, a surface dweller. Often found under cow pats, this earthworm will grow up to 150 mm long. It is reddish-brown or reddish-purple colouring with a pale underside and flattened tail Aporrectodea longa live in burrows as deep as 2-3 metres below the surface. Undertaking an earthworm count will let farmers know if they have enough of the right type. Counts should preferably be done late winter to early spring when soil moisture and temperature conditions are ideal. Counts can be done by taking out a 20

centimetre cube of soil with a spade. Aim to have an earthworm number of between 30 and 35 in that cube. If soils are scoring way below that there is a range of ways to increase their populations:

 Ensure soil calcium levels are near

7 as calcium promotes earthworm reproduction.

 Maintain soil pH between 5.8 - 6.3.  Limit use of fumigants and other pesticides.

 Reduce ammonium-based fertilisers

Also, moist soils promote earthworm spread and activity and more will remain active in topsoil during summer under irrigation. Direct drilling and no tillage cultivation methods is another way to promote help earthworm numbers. Use a mould board or disc plough rather than a rotary hoe. Cropping farms should include a phase of pasture in their cropping rotation to increase organic matter returns. Bala Tikkisetty is a sustainable agriculture coordinator at Waikato Regional Council.

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ADDING PLANTAIN TO DIET GOOD FOR YOUNG DAIRY COWS BY JANETTE BUSCH Farmers raising livestock in New Zealand have traditionally used pastures containing a mixture of perennial ryegrass and white clover. This has served them well over the years but with the more intensive farming practices used currently there was a need to ensure optimum animal health and pasture health for long-term environmental sustainability. Research by livestock production scientists from the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Lincoln University was undertaken to investigate whether incorporating deep-rooted forage herbs such as plantain or chicory into the pasture mix would help animal production and sustainability on farms. “For dairy farmers, in particular, it is very important that their heifers, who will be the next year’s milking animals, are in the best physical condition as possible at mating and calving,” said Dr Cheng, the principal investigator. “New Zealand farmers are aware of the need to reduce any negative environmental impact from livestock farming to as low as possible so we

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Autumn Pasture & Fertiliser included in the trial an investigation into whether a change in diet would reduce the excretion of urinary nitrogen, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and nitrate leaching on farms. “We were delighted to find that the herbage mixtures reduced urinary nitrogen extraction compared with the traditional pasture. This showed the potential for such herbs to mitigate the environmental impact of livestock farming,” said Dr Cheng. “However, while plantain mixtures supported similar liveweight gains of the heifers compared with traditional pasture, chicory-fed heifers has limited liveweight gains.” This trial at Lincoln University’s Ashley Dene Pastoral Systems Research Farm in Canterbury involved short-term autumn and spring trials using 56 Friesian x Jersey heifers in 2014. The heifers were divided into five dietary treatment groups grazing individual swards: 100% chicory; 100% plantain; conventional perennial ryegrass-white clover pasture; 50:50 pasture: chicory; and 50: 50 pasture: plantain. Comprehensive measurements were taken of both the forage and animals before and after grazing to record the responses to each of the diets. A second trial, in 2015, using the same herbs showed that using chicory and plantain in a mixture with perennial ryegrass-white clover at proportions of 25% and 50% in the diet had the potential for use as a mitigation tool to reduce the environmental impact from dairy heiferrearing systems in autumn and spring.

Similar to the 2014 trial, liveweight gains of the heifers grazing chicory mixtures were low relative to the other groups. “While we were pleased with these results we still don’t know what the mechanisms are that determine the lower urinary nitrogen concentration and nitrogen excretion that we observed from dairy heifers grazing pasture containing plantain compared with those grazing perennial ryegrass-white clover pasture,” said Dr Grant Edwards, Professor of Dairy Production at the University and team leader for this project. “Further studies are needed where dietary intake can be controlled more accurately to determine the mechanisms leading to the differences in urinary nitrogen excretion,” he said.

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Citizen scientists count mussels The volunteers gathered lakeside.

Thirty volunteer scientists waded in at Lake Wairarapa last weekend for the third annual Kakahi Count (Kakahi are native freshwater mussels). New and returning volunteers joined the hunt and searched quadrants of lakebed collecting, examining and recording information about this littleknown native species. The data will be analysed and added to kakahi monitoring information on www. waiwetlands.org.nz. Enhancing the ecology, and the recreational and cultural opportunities around Lakes Wairarapa and Onoke is managed through a long-term collaboration, the Wairarapa Moana Wetlands project, a joint commitment by: South Wairarapa District Council, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairarapa, Rangitane o Wairarapa and Papawai and Kohunui marae, Department of Conservation and Greater Wellington Regional Council. “Measuring kakahi population size and

Sandra Walters and Bryn Gibbs watch their team members search quadrants for kakahi.

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maturity is really important – they are what we call an ‘indicator species’. The health of the mussel population tells us about the health of the wider wetland environment,” Toni de Lautour, GWRC biodiversity adviser, said. “This is the second time we have counted kakahi at the north end of Lake Wairarapa and we are keen to compare data, although we don’t expect to see anything really useful until we have a

greater volume of information,” “We need lots of pairs of hands to do this job – and our volunteer scientists really enjoyed themselves. It was a beautiful day at the lake! “The water was still and clear and we saw clearly visible kakahi tracks beneath the water which was exciting. We also found a wading bird feeding ground with a signiﬁcant number of empty kakahi shells.”

Measuring a specimen.

A kakahi trail in the lakebed.

Judith Perrie, Steve Playle and Anna Burrows carefully record the kakahi type, size and condition.

Carys Gibbs on the shoreline holds up a kakahi specimen.

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imprisonment. He then invited Warren to tell those interested in entomology what had happened in court and said there was no room to introduce unauthorised species into New Zealand. “This sentence reflects the high-risk consequences for New Zealand if organisms such as this became established,” says Mr Ham. “Mr Warren’s blatant disregard for biosecurity could place a lot of New Zealand industries in jeopardy. “Due to the tropical nature of the species of moth they would not have become established here in New Zealand however there is always the risk that associated organisms and pathogens that can live on the moths could be introduced. “A more detrimental effect on New Zealand’s ecosystem could occur if a different species were introduced from a more temperate climate similar to that of New Zealand.”

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

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Pruning rewards

OPTIONAL PIC OF A ROSE BUSH. PHOTO/ GETTY IMAGES.

A January rose prune (if you did one) will have encouraged new shoots to burst forth in February, heralding an autumn flush of beautiful flowers. Fresh foliage is filled with delicious sweet sap, which sucking insect pests like aphids will be drawn to. Aphids can cause new leaves to curl and distort and also deplete the developing flower stems and buds. Small numbers of aphids can be dislodged with a firm jet of water however larger colonies will need to be controlled with Yates® Rose Gun® Advanced. Yates Rose Gun Advanced contains a combination of 2 insecticides that will

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Drop in Centre: Pop in for a cuppa and a chat, gold coin donation for tea/coffee and a biscuit, 2-4pm, at St Johns Hall, Main St, Greytown. Call Bronwyn Hallot (06) 304-8442 or 027 2288651 or Pam Lloyd (06) 304-7997. Red Star Table Tennis Club: Meet 5-7pm, at Red Star Sports Association, 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call John 370-2511, or Hugh 377-4880. Opaki Tennis: Clubnight 7pm. Call Greg 377-4261 or 3772201. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 6.30pm. Whakaoriori Shuffler Line dancing, Red Star clubrooms, Herbert St, Masterton, intermediate, 1-2.30pm. Call 377-5518 or 377-1135. Oasis Network Inc: A free service for all people who need advocacy and support for their mental health issues and well-being. Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, Wairarapa Community Centre, 41 Perry St, Masterton. Call Gaylene (06) 929-0961 or (0274) 604-796. Featherston Community Centre: Book Group: Noon1.30pm. Call Sheridan (06) 308-9059; Feldenkrais: 5.456.45pm. Call Rupert (027) 585-3822; Yoga: 7.30-8.30pm. Call Odette (021) 180-9452. Carterton Community Choir: Meet 7.15-9pm, at Carterton School hall, Holloway St. Email cartertonsinging@gmail.com Westside Playcentre: Open 9-noon, 165 Renall St, Masterton. Call 378-2224. Martinborough Playcentre: Open 9-noon, 38 Venice St. Call (06) 306-9068. Carterton Playcentre: Open 9-noon, Belvedere Rd (next to Howard Booth Park). Call 379-7875. Montessori Playgroup: 9.30-11am, St Andrews in the Field, Upper Plain Rd, Masterton. Call Deanne 377-5508. Tai Chi: 5.30-6.30pm, at Carter Court, Pembroke St, Carterton. Mums & Bubs Fit: Open to everyone, 10am. For details text ‘Fit Mums’ to (027) 349-8962. Masterton Taekwon-Do Club: 5.15-6.15pm, Te Runga Scout Den, 45 Harley St, Masterton. Call Simon O’Hara 3708844. Masterton Senior Citizens & Beneficiaries Association Meet 1-3.30pm for cards, Scrabble and bowls, Senior Citizens hall, Cole St, Masterton. Call Ngaire Walker 377-0342. Wairarapa Asthma Society Inc: Rooms in the Community Centre, 41 Perry St, Masterton, open 10am-noon. Call 3771175. Wairarapa Fern & Thistle Pipe Band: Band practises 6.308.30 pm, Savage Club Hall, Albert St, Masterton. Tai chi for Health: Martinborough, St John’s Hall, 9.3010.30am. Chair Yoga: Breath lead movements. The Spot, 365 Queen St, 1.30pm. Call Karina (021) 0820-0132. Yoga Beginners: Course-bookings essential, 5.30-7pm , St Andrews church, Greytown. Txt Tulletha (022) 176-4296. Yoga Works: Masterton 9.30am. Call Robyn 377-1802. Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association Croquet: 9.15am for 9.30 start. Call Veronica George 379-8644. Aquarobics: 11am at Lansdowne Village. Pilates: Beginners: 9am; 50s Forward: 11am; Shed n Shape: 10am; Stretch: noon; Core: 5.30pm, at Bodymind Pilates, Upper Plain Rd, Masterton. Call 370-1121. Judo Classes: Kids (4 to 9) 5-6pm, Cadets (10 to 16) 6-7pm and Seniors (14+) 7-8.30pm, Masterton Judo & Ju Jitsu Academy, 149 Queen St. Call Simon (021) 248-6111. Self Defence: Ju Jitsu, 7-8.30pm, Masterton Judo & Ju Jitsu Academy 149 Queen St. Call Simon (021) 248-6111. Masterton Toy Library: 2.30-4.30pm, at rear of Masterton YMCA, 162 Dixon St, Masterton. Alcoholics Anonymous: Masterton, 7.30pm, Soulway Church, 227 High St. Call Darren (027) 334-2685. Karate-Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Wairarapa Inc: Carterton: 6pm, at Carterton South End School hall. Call Thomas Duncan (06) 308-8844 or (027) 302-8923.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Carterton Library 11am-1pm. Tinui Craft Corner and Museum: Open Fri-Mon 10am4pm, groups by arrangement. Call Jean (06) 372-6623 or Pam (06) 372-6459. Featherston Community Centre: Needlework & Craft Drop-in: 10am-noon. Call Virginia (06) 308-8392. Masterton Tennis Club: Club night from 5pm. Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di (027) 498-7261 Carterton Craft Market: Open 7 days, 10am-2pm, High St, Carterton, opp Almo’s Book Shop. Call Robyn 379-7099. Kids’ Song And Story: Fun songs, finger plays and stories for under-5s, 9.30-10.30am, at Epiphany Church Hall, High St South, Masterton. Call Jill 377-4614. Greytown Music and Movement: For pre-schoolers, 10am, at St Luke’s Hall, Main St. Contact: email admin@ stlukesgreytown.co.nz Wairarapa Steampunk: We meet as required, 10.30am2pm, at Kingstreet Artworks. Call Gaylene 377-4865 evenings or (0274) 494-596.

Dance Fit: At Carrington Park, Carterton, at 6-7pm. If weather not good it’s in youth centre of Event Centre. Text dance groove to (022) 321-2643. Masterton Social Badminton Club: Play 7-9pm, all year round, at Masterton YMCA gym (371 Queen St). Contact by text Hamish (021) 259-7684 or Sam (0210) 552-113. Linedance: Greytown: 10.30-11.30am at St John’s Hall. Hatha Yoga + Yin Mix: 5.30pm , St Johns Hall, Greytown. Txt Tulletha (022) 176-4296. Yoga: Greytown: 9-10.15am, St John’s Hall, Greytown. Call Nicki (06) 308-6598. Carterton: 9am, at Gain Momentum, opposite the Event Centre. Call Odette (021) 180-9452. Pilates: Core: 10am; 50s Forward: 11am, at Bodymind Pilates, Upper Plain Rd, Masterton. Call 370-1121. Masterton Masters Swimming Club: Club night 6-7pm, Genesis Recreation Centre back pool. Call Graeme 377-0507 or Lucy (021) 0204-4144. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf Croquet 9.15am, behind the Hosking Garden in the Park. Call Norma Wilton 377-3165. Carterton Senior Citizens: Meet 1.30-4pm, play cards, Rummikub and Scrabble, Senior Citizens Hall, 150 Main St, Carterton.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Drop in Centre: Pop in for a cuppa and a chat, gold coin donation for tea/coffee and a biscuit, 2-4pm, at St Johns Hall, Main St, Greytown. Call Bronwyn Hallot (06) 304-8442 or 027 2288651 or Pam Lloyd (06) 304-7997. Red Star Table Tennis Club: Meet 9am-noon, at Red Star Sports Association, 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call John 3702511, or Hugh 377-4880. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 10am. Featherston Community Centre: Juesday Art: 10am-1pm. Call Julia (06) 308-8977; Pilates: 7-8pm. Call Kathy (027) 285-5595. Tai Chi for Health: 9.15-10.15am, St John’s Hall, Greytown. Carterton District Historical Society: Open 2-4pm, Cnr Broadway & Masson St. Call 379-7827 or 379-7150. Clareville Badminton Club: Main Stadium at Clareville, 7.30pm -9pm. Call Steve 379-6999. Central Indoor Bowls Club: 7.30pm, Hogg Crescent hall. Call Mathew or Graeme 378-7554. Carterton Playcentre: Open 9-noon, Belvedere Rd (next to Howard Booth Park). Call 379-7875. Dance Fitness Classes: Greytown, with Justine Eldred at Kuranui College Dance Studio, 6.30-7.30pm. Call Justine (0274) 761-996. Masterton Taekwon-Do Club: 5.15-6.15pm, Te Runga Scout Den, 45 Harley St, Masterton. Call Simon O’Hara 3708844. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficiaries Association: Meet for social indoor bowls, 500 cards, or a chat 1-3pm. Call Ngaire 377-0342. Wairarapa Asthma Society Inc: Rooms in the Community Centre, 41 Perry St, Masterton, open 10am-noon. Call 3771175. Free Community Fit Club: 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di (027) 498-7261 Carterton Tennis Club: Midweek tennis 9am-noon. Carterton District Historical Society: 44 Broadway, Carterton, open by appointment. Call 379-7827 or 379-9021. Woops A Daisy Marching Team: March for fun, friendship and fitness, 5-6pm. Call Cheryl 372-5522 Yoga Works: Masterton 9.30am. Greytown 5.30pm. Call Robyn 377-1802. Hatha Flow Yoga: 5.30pm, 22 Dixon St, Masterton. Txt Tulletha (022) 176-4296. Pilates: Gentle: 9.30am, at Lansdowne Park Village, Titoki St, Masterton. Pilates Plus: 9am; Beginners: 11am; Core 2pm; Shed & Shape: 5.30pm, at Bodymind Pilates, Upper Plain Rd, Masterton. Call 370-1121. Karate Classes for Children: Masterton Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate-Do. 5.30pm, 49 Te Ore Ore Rd, Masterton. Call Steve or Sharron Riley 378-8814 or (027) 680-7738. Judo Classes: Kids (4-9) 5pm to 6pm, Cadets (10-16) 6-7pm and Seniors (14+) 7-8.30pm, Masterton Judo & Ju Jitsu Academy, 149 Queen St. Call Simon (021) 248-6111. Self Defence: Ju Jitsu, 7-8.30pm, Masterton Judo & Ju Jitsu Academy 149 Queen St. Call Simon (021) 248-6111. Karate-Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Wairarapa Inc: Martinborough: Martinborough Primary School Hall. Under12s at 5-6pm. Call Corina Ngatai (027)432-6870. All at 6pm. Call Anna Börjesson (021) 163-8867. Toy Library: Masterton -10am-noon, rear of Masterton YMCA, 162 Dixon St; Featherston: 10am-noon, in the Community Centre, 24 Wakefield St South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club: Games afternoon, including cards, board, darts, pool etc. Call Doff 304-9748 Girl Guiding: Pippins (5-7 years) 3.45-5pm. Call Chrissy Warnock 372-7646. Carrington Bowling and Croquet Club: Bowls: 1.20pm for 1.30pm start. Call Ray Beale 379-8242. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf croquet 9.15am, behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Norma Wilton 377-3165.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 Heart of Arts: 10 Minute Bites, 12.10pm, BYO sandwich. Trisha Findlay, artist and HOA volunteer (exhibition).

Featherston Community Centre: Ukulele Classes: 1-3pm. Call Neil (06) 308-9341. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficeries Club Craft and chat afternoon 1-3pm, bring your crafts or just come for some company, Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Featherston Amateur Wrestling Club: (Term time only), 52 Fitzherbert St, 5-8 years, 5.30-6.15pm; 8+ years, 6.157.30pm, adult classes available. Call Dannii (027) 920-6751. Whakaoriori Shuffler Line dancing, Red Star clubrooms, Herbert St, Masterton, intermediate, 5.30-7pm. Call 377-5518 or 377-1135. Kiddie Gym: For 0-3-year-olds, 9.30-11am, at St David’s Church, corner High and Victoria Sts, Carterton. Call Lorna or Abby 379-8325. Longbush Playgroup: 9.30am-noon, 1135 Longbush Rd, Masterton. Call Eileen (06) 372-7861. Westside Playcentre: Open 9-noon, 165 Renall St, Masterton. Call 378-2224. Martinborough Playcentre: Open 9-noon, 38 Venice St. Call (06) 306-9068. Club Wairarapa Rockers: Rock’n’roll basic steps and more, 7.30-10pm, at Club Wairarapa, Masterton. Call (027) 3331793. Rangatahi to Rangatira Youth Group: Join us for sports, food, and leadership, Carterton Events Centre. Text “R2R” to (027) 742-2264. Wairarapa Spinners and Weavers: Meet 10am-2pm, in the Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton. Call Trish 378-8775 or Lynette 377-0236. Masterton Art Club: Open 10am-2pm for browsing or painting, at 12 Victoria St. Call Sue 377-7019. Dance Fit: 6pm at the YMCA Masterton. For details text ‘Dance Fit’ to (027) 349-8962. Tai Chi: Masterton: Intermediates, 5.30-6.30pm, Lansdowne Church Hall, Totara St. Walk Fit: Open to everyone, 9.30am. For details text ‘Walk Fit’ to (027) 239-9001. Age Concern: Sit and Be Fit, 1.30pm followed by gentle exercise class, Senior Citizens hall, Cole St, Masterton. Wairarapa Asthma Society Inc: South Wairarapa, Easy Breathers Gentle Exercise Group, 10.30-11.30am, at the St John rooms. Call Sylvia 377-1175 or Cathy (027) 359-3625. Club Carterton: Two-course barbecue meal, 6.30pm. Belly Dance: 1-2pm, at St Johns Hall, Greytown. Call Tamara (06) 308-8343 or text (021) 022-31893. The Dance Shed: 450 Belvedere Rd Carterton. Rock N Roll Class, 7-9pm. Call Wendy or Don 379-6827 or (027) 319-9814. Carterton Women’s Golf: 9-hole golf at 10.45am. Call Colleen 377-0841 or Alison 377-5709. Quit Smoking Support Group: Run by Whaiora quit coaches, free, noon-1pm, at 22 Dixon St, Masterton. Recreational Walking Group: 9.30am, Essex St car park. Call Ann Jackson, 372-5758, or Ann Duckett, 378-8285. Chair Yoga: At Wairarapa Village, 140 Chapel St, Masterton. Gentle movements, 9.30am. Call Karina (021) 0820-0132. Yoga Works: Masterton 5.30pm. Call Robyn 377-1802. Zumba: Gentle Dance Classes, 10.30am at Lansdowne Park Village, Titoki St, Masterton, 5.30pm at the Rec Centre. Pilates: 50s Forward: 11am; Core: 9am and 5.30pm; Core & Stretch: 6.30pm, at Bodymind Pilates, Upper Plain Rd, Masterton. Tai Chi for Health: 9.30-10.30am, St Mark’s Church Hall, Carterton. Yin yoga + Restore: 6.30pm, 22 Dixon St, Masterton. Txt Tulletha (022) 176-4296. Call 370-1121. Beginners Yoga: 9am, Carterton. Call Odette (021) 1809452. Pregnancy Yoga: 12.30pm, Hot Yoga Studio, Kuripuni. Call Karina (021) 0820-0132. Te Runga Scouts: Cubs, 6-7.30pm, 45 Harley St, Masterton. Karate: Masterton Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate-Do, 6.30pm, 49 Te Ore Ore Rd, Masterton. Call Steve or Sharron Riley 3788814 or (027) 680-7738. Self Defence/Ju Jitsu: 8-9.30pm, Masterton Judo & Ju Jitsu Academy, 149 Queen St. Call Simon (021) 248-6111. Wairarapa Singers: 6.45pm, at Rosewood, 417 Queen St, Masterton. Call Pete 370-4574. Esperanto Club: 2pm, write to people using the international language worldwide. Call 377-0499. Soulway Cooking and Crafts: 10am-noon, High St, Masterton. Call Nikki Smith 370-1604 (church office Alcoholics Anonymous: Martinborough, 7.30pm, 9 Jellicoe St. Call Mark 906) 306-6013 or (021) 02442870. Karate-Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Wairarapa Inc: Featherston: Primary School Hall, at 6pm. Call Paul Cantwell (06) 308-9839 or (027) 376-9804. Masterton Petanque Club: From 5.30pm, at Masterton Bowling Club, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Graeme 378-7331. Masterton Croquet Club: Association Croquet 9.15am and 12.45pm. Call Ian Wyeth 378-6425 or 377-5762. Carrington Bowling and Croquet Club: Golf croquet: 1.15pm for 1.30pm start. Call Steve Davis (06) 304-7155. * To have an event listed please email event@age.co.nz

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

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Puzzles and horoscopes Cryptic crossword

Simon Shuker’s Code Cracker

ACROSS 7. He is unfortunate not to be up with hunks to coil round (4,2,3,4) 8. Hot stuff one produces like coin for humbugs (11) 12. Raised the pound, if Edward was after it (6) 14. It is formally said to be the condition on the day (6) 16. When driver gestures to include the sides of the road (6) 18. It’s clear one was under the doctor, but one left (6) 19. The making sense is ours, showing it’s no laughing matter (11) 23. Somehow casting rope to say what will happen (13) DOWN 1. Society store shortly loses hyphen to keep chicken in it (4) 2. A bargain to be got from the tailor (4) 3. It is certainly a need I’d had to put it out (6) 4. Test paper must be crumpled, half a line being lost first (6) 5. According to architect’s drawing, it goes as arranged (4) 6. They may be comets, and they take some licking (4) 9. See it’s done once ref has been ordered to do so (7) 10. One staggers along as they go through the rubbish (7) 11. Cut the film if some great idea turns up (4) 12. Carrying current broadcast as it happens (4) 13. Before evensong, religious education starts (3) 15. A cuppa for the side that didn’t finish (3) 17. It is exactly what one of the white balls in billiards has (4,2) 18. Old currency shipped back in crate separately (6) 19. There’s no doubt of us going back with the Sappers (4) 20. The height of fashion seen in various gear (4) 21. Every one has fruit with the top removed (4) 22. They drink a lot and therefore sit up when one leaves (4)

WordWheel

WordBuilder

Insert the missing letter to complete an eight-letter word reading clockwise or anti-clockwise.

Quick crossword 1

How many words of three or more letters, including plurals, can you make from the five letters, using each letter only once? No foreign words or words beginning with a capital are allowed. There is at least one fiveletter word.

Previous cryptic solution

Across 1. Court jester 7. Barrack 9. Adze 11. Camel 12. Shares 14. Snow ploughs 18. Supine 20. Hinge 22. Epic 23. Dissent 24. Furthermost Down 2. Oarsmen 3. Joke 4. Elder 5.7 Aback 6. Messy4 8. Allowing 10. Thoughts 13. Fly 15. Hinders 16. Aster 7 6 2 17. Heath 19. Poilu 21. Idle

TODAY’S GOALS: Good – 5 Excellent – 8 Amazing – 11

Previous solution: MARJORAM

Your Stars ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): Everybody needs somebody, and you’re the somebody who is so needed now that somebody else seems fastened to you. Being needed so intensely could bring up mixed feelings. TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): Money isn’t inherently emotional, but somehow it will end up being a hot-button topic today. You’ll be the reasonable one; you know to separate your own value from the monetary one in question. GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): There’s something you want that requires a lot more attention than you planned to give it. Until you can lend full focus, it will remain out of reach. The question now is: How badly do you want it? CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): You’re not the casting director for every scene in the grand play of life. But when you do have the power, use it. Surround yourself with nice people and you won’t have to teach people to be nice. LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): You don’t befriend anyone because you think it will take you places. However, there are some special friendships that generate such a fantastic energy that you can’t help but soar upward regardless. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): Hesitate and you will lose the opportunity, or worse, cast doubt in the mind of the one who’s doling it out. Today’s one of those times to just say yes. You’ll learn all you need to know along the way. LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): Higher learning will feature in your day. This may cost time, energy and money, but your richer life will eventually reflect all the potential benefits of the effort. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): As it is with everyone, your powers of magnetism ebb and flow. They are flowing now. You may notice you’re getting special treatment. Enjoy this, and don’t give into the temptation to play with your power. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): Today you’ll be reminded of the inherent tally inside every relationship. Don’t worry; everyone involved knows the score, and life is about to settle a few things up. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): You belong to many groups, though one stands out as being more central to your well-being lately. You’ll put your focus there, and you’ll become an even more effective member of that team. AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Those who obsess over others don’t have quite enough going on in their own inner circle. You can help that. Actually, this is a good opportunity for you to gain support for your cause. PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): Things are about to get busy again. If the arrangement isn’t working, this is when to have a talk, change the agreement or decide on a different kind of relationship. Do what’s needed, and do it quickly.

Across 1. Creative 7. Avoid 8. Go bananas 9. Era 10. Doom 11. Valued 13. Belligerently 6 15.4Send on 3 16. Brag 18. Fee 20. Tantalise 21. Envoy 22. Assassin 7 3 Down 1. Caged 2. Embroil 3. Tins 4. Vantage points 3 12. Dignity 13. 4 Baffled 8 5 5. Boxed 6. Ideally 7. Assumed 14. Tarries 15. Serve 17. Green 19. 8 Data 6 5 1

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ACROSS 7. Countless (6,7) 8. Boaster (8) 9. Trails (4) 10. Edict (6) 12. Paused (6) 14. Signal (3) 15. Attack (6) 17. Scarcity (6) 19. Ale (4) 21. Force (8) 23. Decoration (13)

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Sudoku

DOWN 1. Without equal (8) 2. Lumberjack (6) 3. Thought (4) 4. Chained (8) 5. Hymns (6) 6. Amphibian (4) 11. Overshadowed (8) 13. Outside (8) 16. Overseas (6) 18. Items of value (6) 20. Nobleman (4) 22. Dines (4)

1 9 2

Previous quick solution

Fill the grid so that every column, every row and 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.

7 2 8 3 9 9 1 5 4 5 7 9 3 5 1 7 5

Previous solution: : loo, loop, loops, loos, lop, lops, oops, ops, polo, polos, pol, pols, poo, poos, pool, pools, sloop, slop, sol, solo, sool, sop, spool.

1 6 4 2 9 7 5 4 3 4 9 8 2

9 1 7

5 6 9

9 3

6 5 6 3 4

2 1 3 8 2

EASY

6 3 5 7 4 2 8 9 1 7 2 8 3 9 1 4 6 5

4 1 6 7 9 4 HARD

8 4 9 7 1 6 5 2 3 2 6 5 8 9 3 7 4 1

5 6

3 3 6 9

9 9

PREVIOUS SOLUTIONS 6 5 8 6 91 8 9 5 1 7 3 4 2

2 7 98 4 3 81 5 1 9 6 9 4 7 6 8 4 3 2 36 7 9 42 8 6 5 1 5 3

3 7 2 8 5 9 4 3 1 9 6

52 4 1 6 2 5 4 6 7 2 1 3 3 7 9 16 8 4 8 5 6 9 3 2 7 9 78

8 3 6 52 15 1 7 4

4 6 3 1 9 7 5 8 2

8 2 5 4 6 3 9 7 1

7 3 2 9 4 1 6 5 8

9 5 8 3 2 6 4 1 7

3 4 6 7 1 9 8 2 5

1 7 9 8 5 2 3 4 6

6 1 4 5 7 8 2 3 9

2 8 7 6 3 5 1 9 4

5 9 1 2 8 4 7 6 3

8 1 9 2 5

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

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Notification of aerial predator control – Project Kākā THE PUBLIC IS ADVISED that from Friday 3 March, the Department of Conservation, Wairarapa District Office intends to apply cereal baits containing the pesticide sodium fluoroacetate (1080) over public conservation land in the Project Kākā zone. Description of the area The treatment area has been extended from previous years and covers approximately 29,800 ha – east to west from Mount Holdsworth Rd to Otaki Forks, north to south from Mitre Peak to Cone Saddle. Method of control Cereal baits containing the pesticide will be sown by helicopter. The baits are cylindrical pellets approx. 3 cm long, 2 cm wide and weighing 6 g. Each pellet contains 0.15% biodegradable 1080, and is dyed green to deter birds. The sowing rate is 1 kg of bait per hectare. This pesticide is poisonous to humans and domestic animals. Always remember: • DO NOT touch bait • WATCH CHILDREN at all times • DO NOT EAT animals from this area • DO NOT allow DOGS access to animal carcasses Observe these rules whenever you see warning signs placed at public access ways in the above areas. When signs are removed you can resume normal activities. For detailed information call the DOC Wairarapa District Office on (06) 377 0700 or email masterton@doc.govt.nz A detailed map can be viewed at the Wairarapa District Office, 220 South Road, Masterton during normal working hours (8 am – 4.30 pm Monday to Friday)

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EXPERIENCED LIVESTOCK CLASS 5 TRUCK & TRAILER DRIVER REQUIRED

We are currently looking for an experienced Truck and Trailer driver for the Wairarapa Region for an immediate start. The successful applicant will: • have livestock experience and must be able to work flexible hours • hold a clean driving license endorsed for Class 5 • be committed to upholding high health and safety standards As well as a great career opportunity, we offer a competitive remuneration package. Please contact us on (027) 540 6406 or email your CV through to craig@cptrans.co.nz

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Team Librarian (Fixed Term) E te tini, e te rahi – aro mai ki tēnei kaupapa Masterton District Council is committed to making Masterton a great place to live, visit, and do business, by providing a strong, resilient and vibrant community that our Library and Archive service plays a key role in. Due to staff maternity leave we have an exciting opportunity to join our team on a fixed term basis, for up to nine months. You will be part of the team providing a high quality, customer-centric service in our Library that covers all aspects of the day to day Library operations. You must be passionate about delivering projects and services that respond to changing customer needs, including providing these services face-to-face and digitally. Library experience is preferred, but if you have relevant transferable skills that mean you can work comfortably in all areas of our Library, we would love to hear from you. Applicants should have the right to work in New Zealand. A full job description and application form is available on request by phone (06) 370 6300. Alternatively you can download the information from the Masterton District Council website www.mstn.govt.nz. Please email your CV, application form and a covering letter to admin@mstn.govt.nz or post to: Mauri ora ki a tātou katoa Masterton District Council PO Box 444 Masterton District Council has a policy MASTERTON 5840 of Equal Employment Opportunity. Enquiries can be directed to Applications close 5.00pm Jenny Spencer, HR Advisor jennys@mstn.govt.nz Monday 27th February 2017.

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Federated Farmers has released a policy on climate change, unanimously passed in Wellington last week by delegates from 24 branches around New Zealand. The policy calls for practical solutions and recommends New Zealand agriculture stay out of any emissions trading scheme until other less carbon-efficient nations join. “The scientific consensus is that climate change is happening and that humanity, including agriculture, contributes,” the policy states. The policy calls for greater investment in research efforts to reduce biological agricultural emissions. It was worth accessing all the tools of modern biology, including biotechnology, but the measures should be cost-effective and not at the expense of farm productivity.

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The Paris agreement also gives priority to food security and production, recognising the dual challenge of controlling global temperatures and feeding a growing population. New Zealand farmers are worldleading carbon efficient protein producers, according to Federated Farmers climate change portfolio leader Anders Crofoot. “So it makes no sense to include our agricultural biological emissions in the Emissions Trading Scheme until there are effective mitigation tools, and our international competitors are likewise included. “We would otherwise simply be exporting production to other less efficient players, making the global environmental problem worse, not better.” Federated Farmers also sees benefits from in research that blends climate change and other policy issues. For example, research into better understanding the nitrogen cycle could lead to reductions in nitrous oxide emissions as well as the nitrate leaching that affects waterways. Soil erosion control plantings in hill country and riparian planting will sequester emissions, reduce sedimentation and phosphate in streams and rivers, and also achieve biodiversity objectives. “Farming must remain viable and that requires exploring the implications of the threats and opportunities arising from a changing climate,” Mr Crofoot said.

Sport

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Black Sticks, Pakistan to play Wairarapa hockey fans will get to see the Black Sticks Men in action next month after the announcement of two tests to be played at Clareville against Pakistan. The Black Sticks Women took on the USA at the venue in 2014, and now it is the men’s team that will take to the turf for the final two matches of their series against Pakistan. The series is the Black Sticks’ first competition for 2017, and will see the first three matches played at the National Hockey Stadium in Wellington, followed by two at Trust House Hockey Wairarapa in Clareville. Wairarapa Hockey executive officer Kelly Govan said having the men here for the first time was exciting, but emphasised there was still plenty of work to do. “The only worrying part really is the short space of time before the matches,” she said. “There’s a lot of work involved and not many weeks to get things sorted – that’s the challenge.” Infrastructure, seating and selling tickets were at the forefront of the to-do list, but she was confident the region would get behind the event. “I think that’s part of the reason that New Zealand Hockey have elected to go down this road. “They realise that people are so used to big cities like Auckland hosting these events all the time that they don’t get the buy in, crowds and community vibe

Match Schedule Vantage Black Sticks vs Pakistan National Hockey Stadium, Wellington Friday March 17 Game 1 – 6.30pm Saturday March 18 Game 2 – 4.30pm Monday March 20 Game 3 – 7pm

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Stephen Jenness of New Zealand and Muhammad Umar Bhutta of Pakistan contest the ball during the match between Pakistan and New Zealand. PHOTO/GETTY IMAGES

that they would do in a smaller region.” Although being chosen to host international hockey was an honour, she said it was important the region didn’t fall into the same trap as the bigger cities. “It’s something that is really good to have, but it’s also something you wouldn’t want to have too often because the excitement and novelty would wear off.” The atmosphere in 2014 was

“brilliant”, and they were hoping to build the same excitement in the community this time around, she said. “All local sports fans should relish the opportunity to watch under lights what are sure to be skilful, high speed games between two world class teams.” There would be opportunities in the near-future for local fans to be involved in the series, she said. “In 2014 there were a few competitions surrounding it

because we have to provide ball boys and things like that, so we’re now thinking about opportunities to create a bit of interest and select kids to do that job for this series.” Wellington Hockey chief executive Trafford Wilson said the games will be a celebration of the sport ahead of a big year. “2017 marks a milestone year as the National Hockey Stadium in Berhampore looks to open its third turf in late March, which is

Wednesday March 22 Game 4 – 6.30pm Thursday March 23 Game 5 – 6.30pm set to bring more top level hockey to the region and support the sports significant membership growth. “We look forward to working with Hockey New Zealand to make this series a huge success and the opportunity to continue to grow our sport’s profile across the Wellington region.” Tickets for all five games will go on sale early next week through the official Black Sticks website.

Top rugby tournament coming to Masterton A tournament that helped give rise to some of New Zealand rugby’s most exciting talent in recent years is coming to Masterton next month. More than 500 players from 16 teams will take part in the annual Te Tini a Maui Central Maori Rugby Tournament at Trust House Memorial Park over the weekend of March 11-12. Competing teams come from the Hurricanes catchment and also include Taranaki. Rugby services manager for Te Tini a Maui Central Maori Rugby, Roger Graham, says the tournament is dedicated and committed to the advancement and development towards

professional rugby with an emphasis for Maori rugby. It has a proud heritage, he says, dating back 30 years. All Blacks Aaron Cruden, Aaron Smith and, most recently Nehe Milner-Shudder have all played in previous tournaments. Mr Graham says the tournament is a potential launching pad for players to make a go of a career in rugby. “I think people will be surprised at the talent that will be on-show over the weekend,” he said. “The rugby is played with a huge amount of passion and flair.” Mr Graham is also the

convenor of selectors with a tournament team in each of the competitions named at the end of the weekend. Representative teams from Wellington, Poverty Bay, Hawkes Bay, East Coast, Horowhenua Kapiti, Whanganui, Manawatu, Taranaki and Wairarapa-Bush will contest Senior Men (Tane), Senior Women (Wahine), U20 (Rangatahi) and U18 (Taiohi) divisions at the annual two-day tournament. The senior men’s competition is split into two pools of four teams (Wairarapa-Bush is in the division 2 pool). There are three teams in each of the other competitions.

Wairarapa-Bush also have a team in the Wahine and Taiohi competitions, with the former the defending champions. The men’s teams play for the Hikaia Amohia Trophy, named after the King Country kaumatua for his dedication to Maori rugby. King Country hosted, and won, the first tournament in 1987. Wellington are defending champions. The U20s will be contesting the Huri Maniapoto Taonga, the U18s winners will be presented with the Jimmy Aupouri Memorial Taonga and the women are playing for the Toko Te Kani Taonga.

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Last year the tournament was played in Whanganui, following a lengthy stint in Palmerston North. Wairarapa-Bush bid against two other provinces to host the tournament. Mr Graham said the facilities at Trust House Memorial Park were a big factor in WairarapaBush being successful. Wairarapa-Bush Rugby Union (WBRU) chairman Tim Nathan said the tournament has a proud tradition and to host it is a huge privilege for local rugby. Mr Nathan said WBRU hope to host the tournament for another two years.

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