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BY GERALD FORD Martinborough Fair, which “40 years ago started out as a craft market with about 35 stalls” has become an annual fixture bringing up to 30,000 people to the region, according to one of the organisers. “It’s becoming a bigger and bigger thing,” Ian Grigor – who is one of the convenors said. Close to 500 stalls this year have been booked for the event, which runs this Saturday, February 4, and again on March 4. Mr Grigor and John Bushell are the two convenors of this year’s fair on from South Wairarapa Rotary Club, which runs the event. The fair can bring in between $70,000 and $85,000 annually, Mr Grigor said. “And all of that gets turned around and goes back into the community,” A pony club organises parking in a paddock near the town for some of the thousands of vehicles that travel to the event. “The fair is an amazing thing – to wander around and see the busyness and the colour,” Mr Grigor said. “Being part of organising it and seeing people drive in at 5am, or some drive in at quarter to eight and set up in quarter of an hour.” “The coffee carts and the food carts get there early and do a roaring trade with the stallholders.” Officially the stalls open at 8am. Mr Grigor said this year Wairarapa Red Cross are offering a service for customers, where for a small donation people can have their larger purchases cared for until the end of the day, and even carried to their vehicles. In addition to the many crafts, food stalls and other items, stalls this year will include some new players such as a seller of electric cars – and a few charities including Adopt a Greyhound.

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Farewell to a legend Ford Every Stream

Gerald Ford On Friday Andrew Wyatt, former editor of the Wairarapa TimesAge, died. My first editor, Andrew was a great boss. He led the paper from 1983 to 2003. In a daily newspaper there has always been something of a mystique about the editor role – and that was even more true in those days. One of his charges insisted on calling Andrew, “God”, much to his embarrassment. It kind of fit, though, if your picture of God is a highly intelligent, somewhat distant figure with a mop of grey hair. Andrew helped this mystique by being such a quiet person. He spoke quietly and was intensely focused, especially as the deadline of midday approached, back when we printed locally and were an afternoon newspaper. He was, however, well involved with every aspect of the editorial department and had a sharp sense of humour. My first interaction with the Editor (my impressionable memory insists on a capital letter here) was when I was proofreading a piece of paper with red pen on it. Back then that’s how it was done. National and international stories were noisily printed automatically on computer paper straight from the wire, or directly by the reporters – and the subeditors scribbled on them. Then they came through to us in

the production space where the typesetters made the changes and we proofreaders checked them. On this day I was confused by the writing on the piece of paper and Steve Trotman, who supervised me, suggested, “Why don’t you ask Andrew? He’s right there, he subbed it.” “I remember thinking, ‘That can’t be right, it’s in red. Only the editor uses red pen’.” But I went ahead and Andrew looked at his work and my suggested correction and said, “No, you’re right.” I think he may have asked my name and said something kind of welcoming. After I sat down, Steve told me “that was the editor” – and I was suitably mortiﬁed at myself. But that was the kind of guy he was. He was humble and whether in the community or in the workplace he was more interested in getting things right than in rank or position, even his own. Andrew was a phenomenal talent and a warm human being. He will be remembered fondly and with genuine aﬀection by those who knew him. See story page 3.

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30yr village anniversary BY GERALD FORD

At the War Memorial Stadium in Masterton, this mural painted by Vicki Pilling was o˛ cially opened on Thursday from left by Pilling, RSA member Bevan He˝ eren, Golden Shears stalwart˜Ian˜Harrison˜and Masterton Mayor Lyn Patterson. PHOTOS/GERALD FORD

Mural gets a golden debut BY GERALD FORD

A pair of “golden shears” was used to cut the ribbon of a Golden Shears mural in Masterton on Thursday. The gold spray-painted shears were wielded by Golden Shears stalwart Ian Harrison, who helped prepare the wall and its surrounds for painting, backed up by RSA member Bevan Heﬀ eren and Masterton Mayor Lyn Patterson. Artist Vicky Pilling, a teacher at Makoura College, said the Golden Shears people “had a pretty clear idea of what they wanted” for the commissioned work, which shows a shearer, a woolhandler and a presser at work – against a background poppy motif to acknowledge the wall’s location, on the War Memorial Stadium. Representatives from RSA were present as Golden Shears president Philip Morrison

thanked those responsible for the mural, including Resene Colorshop who donated the paint. Mr Morrison said the mural “really picks the (building) up”. Masterton Mayor Lyn Patterson delegated ribbon-cutting duties to Mr Heﬀ eren and Mr Harrison, who used scissors and the gilded blades to slice the impressive red ribbon. Pilling painted the work with students from Makoura College – including Connie Waddell, Connor Hourigan and Kayleigh O’Brien. “It was part of junior activities this week.” Pilling has painted other public murals including one at McJorrow Park, internet boxes and a CYF mural on Lincoln Road. Connie, who also worked on the McJorrow mural, did not study art at school last year but said she “will be this year”.

Artist Vicki Pilling with one of her assistant artists Connie Waddell and˜GoldenShears˜president Philip Morrison.

The man who ﬁrst managed Wairarapa Village (formerly Metlife Care), which celebrated its 30th anniversary last year, had no idea it would become the place that housed his mum. John Madderom convinced his sister’s family by marriage – the Cooks – to investigate with him the possibility of constructing the village – which was the ﬁrst of its kind for the town. The land was bought from the Catholic church. John’s brother Gerald was one of the contracted builders on the site. The family has recently purchased a unit at the village for their mother, Elizabeth Maddom. “I had no idea that 30 years later we would be buying a unit for mum,” Mr Madderom. The building project manager was Tim Holmes who was employed by Fletcher Construction, and the project was completed in about nine months, Mr Madderom said. Wairarapa builders and building companies were employed on the project

Wairarapa Village’s ÿ rst manager John Madderom takes a trip down memory lane. PHOTO/GERALD FORD.

and built diﬀerent areas simultaneously. “We said to the builders, ‘give us a price to build those two’ – and if they did a good job we got them to build another two,” Mr Madderom said. “That’s how we did it quite quickly. It was a big thing for Masterton in those days.” Interestingly the Masonic Village in Edith Street Masterton was being built at the same time. Pictures – page 8

Former Times-Age editor Andrew Wyatt dies BY EMILY NORMAN

A passionate “news man” and former editor of the Wairarapa Times-Age has died. Andrew Wyatt, who was editor of the newspaper in the years 1983 – 2003, died at his Masterton home on Friday, aged 67. Mr Wyatt, who was born in Whakatane, wore many hats in the media and publishing industry over the span of his career, but was always “a newspaper man at heart”. Starting his career at a newspaper in Balclutha, Mr Wyatt went on to be the News Editor of the Dominion and later the editor of the Wairarapa Times-Age. His wife Paula said he had also dabbled in Australian publishing, working a stint at the Daily Mirror in Sydney. Former Wairarapa Times-Age chief subeditor Kevin McCarthy said he always admired how Mr Wyatt treated staﬀ. “I always admired how he gave me the conﬁdence and support to do my job, and backed my decisions,” Mr McCarthy said. “But when things got really tough, he made sure it was his call.” Mr Wyatt had four children, and three grandchildren. His daughter Zoe said she remembered when “Dad would babysit us, and we would get to see the paper being printed or sit in the dark room where the photographs were being processed”.

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“He was a workaholic, because he was passionate – passionate about his work, and his family.” Mr Wyatt resigned from the Wairarapa Times-Age in 2003 and was diagnosed with lung cancer the following year. “We had him for about 13 years since that, so we’re pretty lucky really,” his wife said. Mr Wyatt died from a heart attack. His funeral service will be held at Wairarapa Funeral Services, 35 Lincoln Road, Masterton on Thursday, 2 February 2017, at 2pm.

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Wednesday, February 1, 2017 Vanessa Knutson˜riding˜Mav, her 6 year old Palomino, she is from Fielding, it is her 2nd year˜riding˜at the show.

Riding in western style The Wairarapa˜Western˜Riding˜Club met in Clareville at the A & P grounds last week. Jade Cvetkov was there.

Martinborough Library is selling books to raise funds to outÿ t the children’s library in the new Waihinga Centre. PHOTO/FILE

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What can I say … no summer so far. Just keep your fingers crossed for a bit of sun in February and March (a bit less wind would be good too). A few years ago, the wind completely destroyed Martinborough Fair so here’s hoping this year the Fair will get a better deal. It is on Saturday, February 4 and March 4. If pottering around market stalls snapping up gifts and bargains is not your cup of tea then you can head to the races on February 6. It is a Monday so perhaps a day off work to place a few bets and watch the horses and hats. Mind you we have a really busy weekend coming up in midFebruary. Not only do we have the A&P Show, but Wings over Wairarapa as well. Also the Greytown Country Market and the Pop up Doggy Deli (as I don’t have a dog I can’t enlighten you about that one – someone let me know please?). It seems to me that Wairarapa is getting busier. There are definitely more people about. We have been frantically busy in the library for months now and it is nigh on impossible to sit down even for a cuppa some days. I’m not complaining though, it is great to be busy.

Perhaps some Aucklanders are seeing how wonderful it is down here and moving away from the big smoke to join us in the Wonderful Wai. Alternatively or perhaps as well we are getting some Trump refugees. Whoever you are and wherever you have escaped from - Welcome. Do travel around and visit all our towns and the rural and coastal areas. There is so much to see and do. A real treat is to take in a free concert at the Brodie Estate in Dublin Street, Martinborough. They have just begun a series of concerts in the vineyard on a Saturday afternoon. The next one is the Gypsy Jam Trio on February 18, then Steve Carlin in the Swing Era on February. Imagine relaxing on a blanket under the vines in the sun listening to music – of course there is wine for sale too! Do come on down to the library as well – we have hundreds of books for sale as we are now fundraising to outﬁt the children’s library in the new Waihinga Centre. There is always the mad shoe display to look at as well. I have been out and about talking to groups about my shoes and as always there is hilarity and much giggling. My next talk is to the lovely ladies of the Mothers Union. Just give me a ring if you have a group which need a bit of light entertainment. I can usually be contacted at Martinborough Library. Adios for now – pai noho everyone.

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Maori knowledge seen as an asset

In learning what it means to be New Zealanders, the Maori aspect continues to grow.

Ra Smith A mokopuna of Wairarapa In the last month, our community have been a part of tangi or funerals for two educators. They were both from other areas and came to Wairarapa to teach at schools that were struggling to develop. One of them, Papa Joe, taught at a kohanga reo my niece attended. My niece really loves learning and that was proof enough that this grandfather was reaching his young students. Other proofs included talking and thinking in Maori when my niece wasn’t at school, so the Maori language was normal for her, in an English world that surrounds her. While my niece is intelligent she now loves learning because Papa Joe treated her like one of his own mokopuna or grandchildren. I have been lucky enough to work with many schools in Wairarapa as I have spoken to children about Maori perspectives in our environments. Nobody becomes a teacher to be a millionaire. Educators understand service

The Wairarapa Reap Kapa Haka Day last year.

and we should be grateful to have so many great schools. I am looking forward to working with some new schools this year. In my meeting with teachers from Kahutara School and St Matthews, I found their willingness to learn exciting because they are taking on new stories that will help their students. It is not just about exams, it is also about transmitting the culture of New Zealand. It is not cultural engineering, it is about being a school community. It is entrusting educators to produce people, our mokopuna, who from our small towns can stand anywhere in the world and hold their own. A St Matthews old girl and teacher who taught me to love English was my Aunty Hillary. I miss my aunty because she

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died far too young. I enjoy seeing her in my cousins and the great teachers that they are, both at schools and in their homes. In learning what it means to be New Zealanders, the Maori aspect continues to grow. Wairarapa Reap do many great things, but one highlight each year is the kapa haka day. Students represent their schools in a tuturu or authentic way. I was lucky last year to have a whole band of Carterton School perform at our marae. While Carterton has an akonga or a Maori learning branch, it was a mainstream section of their school that presented a whole performance. I am so happy that our community see Maori knowledge as an asset. Let’s support our teachers any way we can.

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30 years for seniors village Wairarapa Village celebrated its 30-year anniversary last week with a “cocktail party” for residents and guests. GERALD FORD was there.

Wairarapa Village 30-year anniversary. John Madderom, Elizabeth Madderom and Gerald Madderom.

Wairarapa Village 30-year anniversary. Musicians Stefan Brown and Michael Lander, David Byrah and Winsome Byrah. Vaughan Robertson.

Sharing a laugh from left Angie Morgan, Sheila Pocknall, Barbara Denholm and Jocelyn Anderson.

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that prevent the plant from taking up water. The leaves of some plants have special features that help to reduce water loss. These plants usually originate from dry climates or from coastal areas. Some have a dense layer of hairs on the leaves to trap the water vapour around the leaf. Conifers have tough, needle-like leaves with a thick cuticle to reduce water loss. This helps conifers to survive the cold, dry winters in the countries where many of them originate. Fortunately, after a refreshing drink, my tomato plants bounced back to good health. Hhhmmmmm…….. all this talk about tomatoes is making me feel hungry. I wonder if I make a hint, my wife might bring for me a nice tomato sandwich, seasoned with salt and pepper of course. “Hey Daphne!!!”

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Danielle, Rebecca and Ella (front row, from left) start out as blank canvasses.

One runner takes a direct hit of blue and achieves the perfect colour balance.

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Exploding colour in Carterton BY JESSICA MORRIS

Carterton’s Carrington Park was awash with colour on Friday as the town’s first ever colour run took place. Runners aged 10 to 24 skidded through slip ‘n slides and braved pressure-hose showers as they were pelted with handfuls of coloured powder. Carterton Mayor John Booth was there to cheer on the

runners. He said if he was younger, he might have been tempted to join in himself, but admitted that he “wasn’t too keen to be covered in paint to be honest”. Carterton District Councillor and Rangatahi to Rangatira youth group facilitator Rebecca Vergunst helped to organise the event, and was thrilled with the response.

The event was a chance to raise awareness for the youth group and Wairarapa Youth Council, she said. It was an opportunity for the young people of Wairarapa to “celebrate summer and the school holidays, and give them something positive to do”. “We’re really happy with how it turned out, and I’d love to do another one (next year).”

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HPV immunisation now available for boys Immunisation against HPV is now fully funded for boys and young men.

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine will be offered to boys and girls at participating schools at year 8. It will also be available for free at medical centres for those aged from 9-26 years old. Funding for the vaccine has been extended to boys and young men due to the number of cancers caused by HPV. This includes throat cancer, which affects men at a higher rate than women. Quick facts:  HPV is a common and widespread virus that infects both men and women.  Immunisation prevents a number of cancers caused by HPV.  Immunisation is recommended from nine years of age as this is when the vaccine can work best.  This is also a good age for ensuring boys and girls are protected against a range of diseases before entering adulthood.  HPV immunisation has been extended to boys in a number of overseas countries.  Ongoing studies show the HPV vaccine is safe and effective in preventing cancers. Talk to your school, family doctor or medical practice nurse if you’ve got a question or would like more information. You can also find information at www.immune.org.nz.

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Home on the range Lead shot defence

In response to what one of your correspondents wrote regarding the dairy cows that died after grazing on the grounds of a gun club in Southland, he is obviously referring to the instant massive coverage that blamed lead shot. This was soon proven to be totally incorrect and they died of toxic Swede poison – something that was first identified in New Zealand over 50-years ago. In addition it has been proven that wild waterfowl do not die from ingesting lead shot. The only New Zealand independent/honest (nonpseudo-science) research on the gestation of lead shot by waterfowl (and perhaps the only honest research of its kind in the world) was completed between the 2001 and 2004 duck hunting seasons in the Waikato region of New Zealand, when over 700 mallards shot during the duck hunting seasons were autopsied. This research determined that an average 4.4% of the mallards shot had lead shot in their gizzard, and that the condition of these birds was in no way indicative that they were in the process of being poisoned by lead and like all birds shot were in very good condition – and were flying when shot!

In regard to lead shot on gun club grounds in the Wairarapa – all have historically been grazed by sheep and cattle and none have ever been known to die of eating lead shot. One particular range in known to have been used since the late 1880s and continually grazed by stock for over 130 years, with no ill-effects. If either of your correspondents would like to contact me I will send them the complete history of lead shot in the environment, together with detailed information about when and where the anti-lead shot nonsense originates and by whom! Neil Hayes QSM, Carterton

Lead finale Thank you, Neil Hayes, for sharing your denial of lead toxicity (Midweek Letters, January 18) Regarding Dr Smith’s “claims”, you do not refer to any treatise of his at which your comments are aimed. Without any material evidence, you assert that he was wrong to suggest that 200 cattle died from lead poisoning and a belief that he prevented the opening of a new gunnery range claiming that lead

This photograph of a Wairarapa shooting range, taken in 1903, was provided by Neil Hayes.

is a contaminant. The issue of the cattle has been discussed many times and may never be resolved to your satisfaction, but defamatory statements about Dr Smith do nothing to convince me of your sincerity. Rather, I see an unbalanced tantrum. Research indicates that lead is a health issue, certainly to cattle. (www.thecattlesite.com/ diseaseinfo/217/lead-poisoning). Personally, I would like to hear the real reasons behind your views and I don’t mean the fact that you are a firearms vendor or conservationist. I have to wonder what it is about the science of

lead that you don’t get. Absorb it in sufficient proportion and you die. Don’t take my word for it: go see your doctor. There are at least nine clay target ranges already within easy reach of Masterton. How many more do you need? (abridged) Jerry Steer Greytown

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one of your exams. Failing to achieve any sort of goal is disappointing and disappointment sucks. Other people may reassure you that you’ve done enough. In my experience, I’ve found that the condolences of others only act as a band-aid over the larger problem. The way to rid you of the persisting disappointment is to come to terms with it. Others can guide you towards this goal but ultimately acceptance must come from you. Taking time to consider why your results didn’t turn out the way you wanted them to could help you to identify weak areas in your study routine. It’s okay to take time to mull over recent events. Ignoring the disappointment may not be the path to acceptance. It could help you make adjustments to better your results in the future. Frustration is a dead end; no amount of anger will change your grade. Keep in mind external factors that could have affected your results. Maybe something stressful happened over the exam period. If you’re feeling disappointed about the grades you got you obviously cared about them. Which means you tried your best on exam day, and that’s the most you can ask of yourself.

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Unrecorded road death

Regarding road death statistics: This one won’t be recorded, as my much loved 10-year-old Persian Cat was run down and killed outside my Park Rd address on January 4, 2017. Placed in the gutter early morning, it was found by a neighbour two doors down. This is a fast stretch of road where motorists ignore the 50kmh zone. Many people walk the verges, taking their dogs, themselves with children and kids on bikes, plus a number of school kids, young and older. Drivers are well over the speed limit, locals mostly. Not enough police on duty, so rarely monitored. When they are there, can be spotted from a distance, as it is a very long straight road. I would like this letter published, to warn off the speedsters who create havoc. Carolyn Higgins Carterton

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Health base opened

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HealthCare NZ’s community health centre celebrated the opening of their new Masterton office this Wednesday. The Masterton branch provides inhome health care for the entire Wairarapa region, from Ngawi to Castlepoint. The events of the day included a waiata and a blessing for the new building from Reverend Hariata Tahana. Ann Dutton, receptionist and administrator of the Wairarapa branch said that it had been “a wonderful day, the rain disappeared just at the right time and the sun came out so it’s just been great”. She emphasised the importance of the work that is undertaken by the HealthCare NZ workers. “The girls that go in and do those services become very loyal to their clients, and I think the clients really do appreciate that.” Tania Henare, area manager for the lower North Island was present on the day, and discussed the main objectives of the organisation. She stated that their hope is that through their work, they are able to “keep people at home with their loved ones for as long as possible”. The extent of that work spans further than what people may assume, as Jaimes Wood, chief executive of HealthCare NZ explained. “Some people think we give baths and tuck people up in bed only. Increasingly we are dealing with very complicated clinical conditions, with support workers doing the sort of work in homes that district nurses used to do fifteen or twenty years ago.” HealthCare NZ provides in home support to over eighteen thousand homes across New Zealand, and Mr Wood anticipates that this number will continue to rise.

Masterton District Council Maori Liaison Officer Hoani Paku welcoming the crowd to the opening o the new Masterton base. PHOTOS/JESSICA MORRIS.

Tania Henare, area manager for lower North Island.

Jaimes Wood, chief executive of Healthcare NZ.

He discussed the growing need for this type of care, as the nation is faced with the “ever increasing challenge” of ageing babyboomers. “We have more people in their 70s and 80s and 90s, and it’s a major challenge for

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Win in the wind

Martijn Poppe offering a plumbing service above and beyond

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As its name suggests, Above & Beyond Plumbing Services is not your typical small plumbing business. It has been started by Martijn Poppe who previously managed a Masterton plumbing business for five years. Martijn decided to call his business “Above & Beyond” because of the range of services it offers. Martijn qualified as a plumber, gasfitter and drainlayer in The Netherlands before coming to New Zealand on holiday 15 years ago, meeting his wife Stephanie in the Wairarapa and starting a young family. Because of his training and experience, Martijn is able to offer a very broad range of plumbing services for domestic and small commercial customers. He can complete all general plumbing for new and existing homes, as well as install pump filtration systems, wastewater systems, solar hot water, gas hot water and central heating, wood burners and wetbacks, and do all drainlaying work. Martijn can also install LPG systems in caravans and motorhomes.

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full package. This means people can call on me for any plumbing job, and they will always be dealing with the same person. “Above & Beyond” also refers to the level of service Martijn provides for his customers, reflecting his managerial experience. “I have a strong focus on communication and service I will tell you when I am arriving and if I find I can’t make it at that time I will let you know. I say what I will do and do what I say.” A cloud based administration system allows Martijn and Stephanie, who does the administration work, to have all the information they need at their fingertips whether in the office or on the job. Martijn and Stephanie look forward to meeting new customers and welcome all inquiries for work anywhere in the Wairarapa. Phone 021 51 5551 or Email info@aboveandbeyondplumbing.co.nz

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Joseph Cooper had two people he wanted to thank after he comfortably held off his challengers to win the New Zealand Cycle Classic in Masterton on Thursday. The fifth and final stage was 12 laps of a 10km circuit, starting and ending at Mitre 10 Mega. After battling fierce winds and rain during Wednesday’s stage four, the riders were greeted with hot, dry conditions for the final leg. Cooper, a three-time national road racing champion, won the general classification category, maintaining the 36-second lead he had built up during Wednesday’s demanding stage four trek to Martinborough. His IsoWhey Sports Swiss Wellness team also took out the teams’ classification. After the race, Cooper paid tribute to the most important people in his life, his parents Maria and Graham Cooper. “I’d like to thank my parents for coming out – they’ve been supporting me for probably 12, or actually 31 years of my life so they’re my biggest supporters,” he said. “It’s nice that they’re here – they were here for the first couple of days and I’m glad they could come back over the hill and see the team put the final touches on.” There was always going to be a push from his nearest rivals over the final stages, and when second-placed James Oram (New Zealand National Team) broke clear with four other riders there were some nervous moments. They built a significant lead on the peloton, before being reeled in with the finish line approaching. Cooper said they always felt like they were in control. “We were a little bit nervous, but it was under control for most of it. “There wasn’t too much stress.”Stage four proved to be the key part of the race for Cooper, who embraced the difficult conditions to put himself in pole position. “When the wind was blowing a gale it reminded me of growing up in Wellington where nearly every day is just as windy as that. “You get used to it – you just put your bike on a 45-degree angle and get on with it.” Cooper admitted he was starting to wonder if he would ever win the event, after about 10 years of trying. “When you come back and come back and come back every year you wonder if you’re destined to get it or not, so it’s great to win.”

Kiwis triumph

Cooper wasn’t the only success story on the event’s final day, as Kiwi riders took out four of the five other individual awards. The stage was won by Alex Frame, the only Kiwi in the JLT Condor team, in 2 hours 43 minutes 49 seconds. The most dramatic result came in the sprints classification, where Brad Evans (New Zealand National Team) won all three sprints to move from ninth position to first

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and take the green jersey from Ryan Thomas (Oliver’s Real Food Racing). James Oram knew he would hold the King of the Mountains jersey no matter what transpired in yesterday’s stage, after dominant displays over the earlier stages. His 18 points proved enough to take the jersey, with stage two winner Sam Crome (IsoWhey Sports Swiss Wellness) second on 14 points. In the under-23 section, Logan Griffin (Oliver’s Real Food Racing) finished 1 minute 29 seconds ahead of Alex West (Team Skoda), to complete a successful event for Kiwi riders. The one award that didn’t go to a Kiwi was for most aggressive rider, which was taken out by Australian Jordan Kerby (Cobra9 Interbuild Racing).

Final results: General classification

Joseph Cooper (NZL) IWS Logan Griffin (NZL) ORF James Oram (NZL) NZL

Stage five

Alex Frame (NZL) JLT Luke Mudgway (NZL) NZL Neil Van Der Ploeg (AUS) IWS

Team classification: IWS NZL JLT

Sprints classification

Brad Evans (NZL) NZL Ryan Thomas (AUS) ORF Jordan Kerby (AUS) CIB

Mountains classification James Oram (NZL) NZL Same Crome (AUS) IWS Jordan Kerby (AUS) CIB

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Fresh tips for the lunchbox Cooking up new ideas for school lunches can be a challenge, but seasonal produce provides lots of variety for a healthy lunch, says 5+ A Day.

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Nutrients are vital in helping children concentrate in class and getting them through the school day. Lunchtime is when they refuel to boost energy levels, ready to take on the afternoon. Filling lunch boxes with pre-packaged food that is often high in saturated fat, salt and sugar, can be the easy option. But picking fresh seasonal produce over ready-made means lunch can provide up to one third of a child’s recommended daily intake of fresh fruit and vegetables. To help maintain kids’ energy levels during the day, lunch should consist of a variety of fruit and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, good fats and calcium-rich foods. Getting children involved by asking what they would like for lunch will help increase the likelihood of lunch boxes coming home empty. Here are five tips from 5+ A Day for a healthy lunch box:  Tip One: Fresh seasonal fruit cut into bite-sized pieces and made into a fruit salad is the ideal lunch box solution. Serve with a small tub of reduced fat yoghurt. For a savoury option, use baby carrots and cucumber sticks as dippers with a small container of hummus. Work with the seasons and provide seasonal produce for a change in flavour, colour and texture. Tip Two: Wholemeal wraps or mini pita pockets with simple fillings add variety to lunches. Try avocado, grated carrot and marmite, cucumber, mint and

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low-fat cream cheese or lettuce and mashed hard-boiled egg. Roll up wraps and cut into pinwheel shapes or cut mini pita pockets in half. Tip Three: Spread rice cakes with cream cheese and top with a range of vegetables and fruit including carrot, celery, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, summer berries, sprouts and capsicum. Tip Four: Finger food is a favourite with kids and mini frittatas fit the bill perfectly. Sauté grated carrot and chopped onion. Add to grated courgette and mix through whisked eggs. Pour the mixture into muffin tins and sprinkle with a little grated cheese. Bake until golden, cool and pack.

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Tip Five: Homemade mini pizzas are always a lunch box favourite and, with a little planning, you can make a batch to save time in the mornings. Lightly spread wholemeal pita pockets with tomato paste and top with sliced mushrooms, capsicum and halved cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle with a little grated reduced fat mozzarella cheese. Bake in a hot oven until golden. Let the pizzas cool, place in a container and store in the fridge until needed. For more lunch box ideas, go to: www.5aday.co.nz. Follow @5adaynz on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest for fresh inspiration, recipes and prizes.

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In 2016 Professionals Patrick & Scott LTD saw the property market in Featherston change from a buyer’s market to a seller’s market. This trend looks like it will continue in 2017 with strong demand for houses and land in the Featherston area. Like the market in the rest of the Wairarapa, the interest and general enquiries from buyers hasn’t let up over the holiday period with our agents being busier than ever. This is good for the town and community of Featherston and with several projects now finished or near completion the town has a good vibe about it. Professionals are looking forward to an exciting New Year and are offering Free No Obligation Appraisals to anyone who maybe considering selling.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Disco Night: 7.30pm, Club Wairarapa, 20 Essex St, Masterton. Members, Affiliated Members and their guests welcome. 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 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: For beginners, 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.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6 See Saturday’s Wairarapa Times-Age for full events listings.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Wairarapa Spinners & Weavers: Meet in the Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton, at 7pm. Call Trish 378-8775 or Lynette 377-0236. Wairarapa Felters: Meet at 10am at The Woolshed, 12 Dixon St, Masterton. Call Dianne 377-5524. 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. 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. 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. Under-

12s 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, FEBRUARY 8 Heart of Arts: 10 Minute Bites, 12.10pm, BYO sandwich. Adair, artist (compass box artist also) and current exhibition “Art by Adair” on at HOA. Wairarapa Spinners & Weavers: Meet in the Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton, at 10am. Call Trish 378-8775 or Lynette 377-0236. Featherston Community Centre: Ukulele Classes: 1-3pm. Call Neil (06) 308-9341. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficeries Clu : Craft and chat afternoon 1-3pm, bring your crafts or just come for some company, Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Whakaoriori Shuffle : 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. 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. 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: Carterton, 9.30-10.30am, at St Mark’s Church Hall, High St. 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. 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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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Alcoholics Anonymous: Masterton, 7.30pm, Soulway Church, 227 High St. Call Darren (027) 334-2685. 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 Shuffle : 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. 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 Associatio : Meet 1-3.30pm for cards, Scrabble and bowls, Senior Citizens hall, Cole St, Masterton. Call Ngaire Walker 377-0342. Wairarapa Fern & Thistle Pipe Band: Band practises 6.30-8.30 pm, Savage Club Hall, Albert St, Masterton. Tai Chi: Martinborough 9.30-10.30am at St John’s hall (next to the fire station). 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. 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.

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Cellphone deﬁcit a rural hazard BY SAMUEL WHITE, NZME A car crash at which police, fire and ambulance services had no cellphone reception has highlighted how vulnerable rural residents can be in emergency situations. The issue was raised at a West Otago Community Board meeting last week. West Otago ward councillor and St John member Michele Kennedy said emergency services struggled to find cellphone reception when dealing with a 4WD crash near Heriot on January 2. The incident, in which five people were injured and three were airlifted to Dunedin Hospital, tested police, fire and ambulance as they struggled to communicate via radio. While it was unusual that radios did not work and it was not related to cellphone reception, the lack of communication between the services was an issue, Ms Kennedy said.

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“It just highlighted [that] people that live out the back here are quite vulnerable.” Board chairwoman Barbara Hanna was going to investigate the Government-led Mobile Black Spot Fund (MBSF) and Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI) set up in 2015. The plan invited local authorities to identify any black spots within their areas in a bid for a share of $50million in funding. A Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment spokesman said in a statement the RBI and MBSF aimed to improve mobile services to support safety on state highways. A request for phase two of the initiative was issued last year and was due to close in April this year. In a statement, a spokeswoman for Vodafone said until the second phase of RBI was “locked down” and the extent of the programme confirmed, Vodafone was

unable to publish its schedule of work for expanding its network in New Zealand. New Vodafone sites were built in several locations in the Southland and Otago districts in the past year, including Tapanui. The spokeswoman said Vodafone worked closely with emergency services to review communication requirements and provided zero coverage solutions for emergency situations. Last week, a Spark spokesman said it was challenging to get cell towers for coverage all over New Zealand. About 95% of New Zealand had cell coverage. A new cell tower could cost $300,000 to $500,000. It was economically challenging to install a tower in areas with low population density. New Zealand’s demanding geographic features also made it difficult, the spokeswoman said.

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As another drought threatens Hawke’s Bay, Federated Farmers says it’s time to put aside the delay tactics and negativity and get on with building the Ruataniwha Dam. This current summer has once again illustrated the need for water storage as rivers and aquifers run low, with the Havelock North water contamination crisis further exacerbating the region’s water shortage.

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Meanwhile, bores are reportedly running dry, posing implications for farmers and businesses. “It’s getting to a stage now where surely it’s obvious the dam is in the interests of everyone who cares about the Bay’s future environment and economy. The only way we can potentially achieve that is with water storage,” says Federated Farmers’ Hawke’s Bay Provincial President Will Foley. “NIWA has conﬁrmed we’ve just had the hottest year on record in the Bay, and

the immediate outlook is showing little rain ahead.” It was not just an issue for farmers or the local primary industries either. Environmental specialists were now predicting more ﬁres, ﬂoods and an increase in pests and weeds as a result of climate change. “Our unique environment is obviously undergoing change and is no longer resilient in these extreme weather patterns we are enduring. That’s not my opinion it’s already been documented by those who

have no particular allegiance to farmers,” Mr Foley says. “Those detractors of the dam and our primary industries may point to tourism being our saviour in the future but the reality is no one will want to come here if it becomes a dustbowl. “We have to get on with building the dam, otherwise our future is looking bleak and uncertain. It will be just too dry for our region’s sustainability and local economy, which relies on primary produce and manufacturing,” Mr Foley says.

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Wairarapa Midweek

Notices Employment Motoring Property Buy & Sell Trades & Services

Local Classifieds FORKLIFT For Hire. Short and long term. Phone James Trucks & Machinery on 06 377 0550.

Firewood FIREWOOD PINE for this winter 4 cubic metres $195, 12 cubic metres $575, 24 cubic metres $1050 Free Delivery Eketahuna & Masterton Phone 06 929 7685 email grampypampy@gmail.com

Health ANXIOUS, STRESSED OR OUT OF BALANCE? Want a Natural Alternative? Call Raewyn Wilson BFRP 027 766 0707 www.livingbotanicals.co.nz info@livingbotanicals.co.nz

Wairarapa Times-Age Your locally owned and Wairarapa operated Times-Age newspaper Wairarapa Your locally Times-Age owned and Your locally operated owned and newspaper operated newspaper

PHONE 06 370 0975 to subscribe

Grazing

Public Notices

Employment

GRAZING AVAILABLE for 30-40 cattle in Mauriceville area. Phone Joost on 022 034 6941.

WAIRARAPA DISTRICT DARTS ASSN AGM

RAS Equestrian Measuring Stand at Solway Show Grounds

GLADSTONE SCHOOL TEACHER AIDE

Will be open for measuring horses and ponies on February 5th. Bookings are essential and can be made online at https://uidhle-free.10to8.com/

We require an enthusiastic part time Teacher Aide to join our fantastic rural school team. The position is for approximately 12.5 hours per week, to be worked over three or four days, Monday to Friday during term time (on negotiated days). These hours are likely to increase over the term. The suitable applicant must have proven ability in working with children and sound communication skills. Experience in using technology an advantage. Applications close on the 4th February 2017. Application details are available from our school website on www.gladstone1.school.nz Visits are welcomed. To arrange a school visit please contact the Principal, Margaret Hyslop on 3727601 or principal@gladstone1.school.nz

FREE ADVERTISING “Bargain Tuesday.”

Used items priced under $100, non commercial. Tuesday only.

Phone 370 6033 WAIRARAPA TIMES-AGE

7.30pm 15th Feb at WSCC

Public Notices

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06 378 9999 option 4

Tenders

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Operating Hours: 8.30am - 5pm Monday - Friday Financial

Young stock and Annual measures and remeasures only. Sorry this stand cannot measure miniature horses at this time. All inquiries to: events@theshowgrounds.nz

Employment

FOREMAN CARPENTER We are looking for a Foreman Carpenter with the following key attributes to join our team: • Ideally experienced in both commercial and residential construction • High level of workmanship and attention to detail • Honest and reliable • Punctual and efficient with good time management skills • Ability to lead a team • Vehicle supplied Please apply in writing to: Rigg Zschokke Ltd PO Box 248 Masterton

Rigg-Zschokke Building on Achievement

Employment

FOREMAN JOINER We are looking for a Foreman Joiner with the following key attributes to join our team: • Experienced in all types of joinery • Computer literate • Team player • Able to lead • Keen to challenge themselves • We envisage this role to include time on factory floor as well as job management Please apply in writing to: Rigg Zschokke Ltd PO Box 248 Masterton

Rigg-Zschokke Building on Achievement

Clareville Nursery & Garden Centre Nursery/Retail Plant Sales We have available a full time permanent position in our nursery & garden centre, for a person with the following attributes: - A genuine interest in horticulture and/or gardening and plants - You will need to be able to communicate well & enjoy the retail environment - A positive attitude, Reliable & the ability to work independently or as part of a team - You must be physically fit as some heavy lifting will be required. - You will be required to undertake regular weekend work We offer a friendly, positive work environment and a competitive wage rate. If you are the person we are looking for please email your CV with a covering letter to: clarevillenursery@xtra.co.nz or deliver to Clareville Nursery & Garden Centre by 15th February 2017

For Lease

COOL STORE LEASE AVAILABLE • Located in Solway, Masterton • One store of 110 sqm with a 3.0 metre stud height is available now, subject to any modifications required. • A second area of 94sqm can be made available, in time, if required. • Lease by negotiation.

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Local Classified Employment

Employment

Notices Employment Motoring Property Buy & Sell Trades & Services

Employment

CHEF/COOK

HIGGINS CONTRACTORS WAIRARAPA – MECHANIC

AVERSHAM HOUSE REST HOME CARE STAFF REQUIRED Variety of Permanent shifts available for caregiver. Successful applicant will need good time management skills. Must have or willing to obtain first aid certificate. Experience preferred and evidence of aged care training. Opportunity also to pick up casual shifts to cover annual leave/sick leave. Please ring Cheryl 06 377 2292 Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm

FULL TIME WORK OPPORTUNITY ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE OFFICER - RATES

Due to a change in circumstances we now require a full time administrator (rather than the previously advertised part time opportunity) to join our Corporate Support team. The position is based in the Council offices in Martinborough. We are looking for someone with excellent administration and organisational skills, as well as a structured approach to working in a spontaneous and busy environment. An excellent knowledge of MS software is preferred, along with experience in managing customer accounts and multiple transactions. If you are friendly, helpful, and proactive, and like the idea of working in a friendly rural environment, you are just who we need. Send in your application to join us full time, 40 hours per week. The successful applicant will preferably have: • 4 years' administration experience • The ability to relate to a wide range of people • Proven communication skills • Initiative and the ability to work without supervision Go to www.swdc.govt.nz/job-vacancies for a full role description or contact Barbara Gavan on (06) 306 9611. Please send a CV and cover letter to enquiries@swdc.govt.nz by Monday, 13 February 2017. Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

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TO HELP THOSE AFFECTED BY CANCER IN

OUR REGION For further information and to register your team contact Sandra.

Deliverers Wanted

Deliverers wanted to deliver newspapers and circulars in the Masterton & Carterton areas. Are you 11 years or older, honest, reliable and would like to earn money while keeping fit? Please contact Anita 08 329 4262 (answerphone) 027 336 2067 (texts only) neata.t@xtra.co.nz

ERECTA FENCE AND THE TRELLIS WORKS Carterton, Wellington

Operations Manager Full time, Permanent Good salary to the right person, plus vehicle Erecta Fence and the Trellis Works is a busy fencing and building company constructing all types of domestic and commercial fencing, as well as retaining walls and decks, and much more! The successful applicant must have: • Experience in fencing an advantage (domestic and security). • Experience in supervising and managing staff. • Quoting, invoicing and procurement experience. • The ability and knowledge to make on site decisions. • Good computer skills (experience in using MYOB advantageous). • The ability to undertake paperwork such as job sheets, hazard ID and timesheets. • Great customer service skills and experience. • An understanding of all health and safety requirements. • A minimum class one and two license. You’ll be joining a great team that works throughout the Wairarapa and surrounding regions. (Occasional travel outside the Wairarapa is required from time to time.) Please send your CV and cover letter to peter@erectafence.co.nz by Tuesday 7th February 2017. (Please note: applications will not be accepted without a CV being supplied.) Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Chef/Cook to work at our MEGA Cafe situated at Mitre 10 MEGA in Masterton. This position is a fulltime role to cover for Maternity Leave for approximately 14 months, with the days of work being Tuesday to Saturday 7.00am to 3.00pm. This is a busy and dynamic working environment and would suit someone who is a team player and able to work under pressure with a positive attitude. In this position, you will be responsible for the preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring the quality of every dish we serve. We are looking for someone who: • Enjoys wholesome cooking/baking with a Flair • Produces a high standard quality of food • Is passionate about cooking and food presentation • is experienced in short order cooking • has great communication skills • Is honest and reliable If these criteria sound like you - then we would love have you on our team. Please apply to: Chef/Cook Position MEGA Café PO Box 765 Masterton Or call in with your CV and see Zoe our Café Manager

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06 370 6033

Relay For Life is an inspiring, overnight teams event for people of all ages and fi tness levels. It is one of the Cancer Society’s key community engagement and fundraising activities. March 18/19 Clareville Showgrounds To register a team in this event you need a minimum of 10 people.

Phone: 06 3788039 Email: SandraL@cancersoc.org.nz

Or register on line www.Relayforlife.org.nz 37 Te Ore Ore Road, Masterton

Higgins Contractors Wairarapa is well established in the roading and civil contracting industry. We have a reputation as an excellent employer and take pride in the quality of our work while maintaining high safety standards. Higgins revel in exceeding our clients expectation and our people share the same passion and drive to deliver in a highly competitive market. We have a vacancy in our mechanical workshop which provides vital support in repairs and maintaining regular services to our full working fleet of various vehicles, heavy plant and machinery, fixed production plants and minor plant/tools. The role involves general mechanical tasks with emphasis on servicing and repairs to our truck fleet and minor plant – including Pre COF inspections. We are seeking applications from people who possess the following attributes: • Wide and varied mechanical interest and background experience. • HT Licences are a definite advantage. • Are self-motivated and intuitive with the ability to get the job done without compromising on quality. • Participate positively and actively in our health and safety, environmental systems. • Have good, sound communication skills to deal with all types of personnel and be able to work in with a small, productive workshop crew. Higgins is committed to provide a safe, drug and alcohol free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test prior to commencement of employment. We will only accept applications for people who are eligible to work in New Zealand. To apply please email your applications / CV to k.goodin@higgins.co.nz or visit our website www.higgins.co.nz. Applications close Friday 10th February 2017

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Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Wairarapa Midweek

WINGS FLYING PROGRAMME SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNING

GATES OPEN AT 8AM, HOOD AERODROME, MASTERTON TICKETS AT wings.org.nz

 RNZAF C130 Hercules arrives for static display  Parachute drops

SATURDAY & SUNDAY AFTERNOON

A magical event full of night flying, pyrotechnics, air ballets and displays lit up on the ground and in the skies, set to music.

 Tiger moth display

Gates open at 7.00pm, the Night Show will end at 9.30pm

 Runway race challenge - Armstrong Motor Group Peugeot 308 Gti vs. MxS - MXS aerobatics display

 UK autogyro display

 WWI TVAL showcase

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 Yak52 aerobatic team display

 Vintage and modern agricultural display - Fixed wing agricultural aircraft - Helicopter agricultural aircraft

 WWII historical aircraft display

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 RNZAF - C130 Hercules role display - Helicopter formation - Handling and role displays A109, NH90 and Seasprite

 WWI TVAL showcase: aircraft relevant to New Zealand and 1917

 AeroSPARX aerial ballet with smoke and music

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Bring along a picnic dinner and enjoy a fabulous and unique night out!

 Glider FX world record for 360deg rolls under tow

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One Day GA - $50 One Day Gold Pass - $175 One Day Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children) - $100 Three Day GA - $90 Three Day Gold Pass - $395 Three Day Family Pass - $180 Night Show Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children) - $25 Night Show Adult - $15 Night Show Child (5-18yrs) -$5 Night Show VIP Pass - $50

 Black Falcon; RNZAF Texan aerobatic team international debut

(Includes BBQ dinner, cash bar, right on the flight line) PHOTO - GAVIN CONROY

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*All three day passes include a complimentary entry into the Masterton A&P Show on Saturday 18 February, a free shuttle bus will be provided from Hood Aerodrome to the showgrounds and return to the Aerodrome. All three day passes include a complimentary entry into the RNZAF Air Tattoo the following weekend.

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