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A taste of ocean ﬁshing BY GERALD FORD

A social Wairarapa fishing club is giving schoolchildren a taste of the ocean. For the past 12 years or so the Pukemanu Boating and Fishing Club has organised fishing trips for kids who might not otherwise get a chance to experience them. Commodore Mark Telford, who finds the temporary title amusing, is just coming to end of his three-year term of supervising these trips, which in recent years have involved fishing charters at Mana, Wellington. He has been helped by other club members including club captain Tony Kerr. In earlier years, the group took fishing excursions as far as the Marlborough Sounds, staying in cabins along the shoreline, but “the fishing got depleted” and trips began to be organized out of Ngawi. “Initially, we would set a date and individual members with boats would take groups of kids out for a morning or day fish out of Ngawi,” Mr Kerr said. Unfortunately, the changeable Wairarapa weather became a factor and organisers “had to cancel that many trips”. Of those that did go ahead, the combination of small boats and Wairarapa swell were not always easy on young novice fishermen, so the action moved to Mana, where club members pay for a charter. “Mana’s good, if we can get out there, they catch the odd blue cod or terakihi,” Mr Telford said. “On a big boat they feel safe, and the kids relax, and we can show them how to fish properly”. To find passengers, organisers “contact schools and get them to pick kids that had never experienced boating or fishing” Mr

Pirinoa School pupils Polly Telford (left), Kala Baird and Charlotte Jephson are among the dozens of schoolchildren hosted on ÿ shing trips over the years by the Pukemanu Boating and Fishing Club. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

Telford said. They take up to 15 children selected from three or four different schools. “We pay for the Charter, plus we have a big barbeque lunch on board, the kids take all fish caught home, (filleted of course).” “The looks on these kids’ faces when they catch their first fish … worth every

dollar we spend.” Schools hosted in the past include Pirinoa School (most recently), Kahutara, Greytown, Whareama, Tuturumuri, Martinborough and South Featherston. Mr Telford is a keen ﬁsherman himself and enjoys the odd dive, not so much for paua now but spear-ﬁshing.

“We’re so blessed with our coast here. Even though it can be a real bastard, when it’s on it’s really hard to beat.” Schools hosted in the past include Pirinoa, Kahutara, Greytown, Whareama, Tuturumuri, Martinborough and South Featherston.

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Harbouring reservations Ford Every Stream

Gerald Ford Busy having an editorial meeting with my keyboard … rather be out on the harbour! Not that I dislike keyboard meetings of course. As Minister of Keyboards it is indeed my responsibility to attend meetings with keyboards so that I can better advocate for keyboards. I meant no disrespect to the keyboard community. The above is a somewhat flippant take on Minister for Disabilities Nicky Wagner’s unfortunate Tweet that she was busy with disability meetings in Auckland but would rather be on the harbour. To be fair, the photo of the harbour that was tweeted with it did look exceptionally tempting for anyone who likes boats. But it is always unwise to admit to one’s boss that one would rather be fishing (or sailing) than doing what one is paid to do. So Nicky Wagner MP, which is the name on the Tweet, was perhaps being disrespectful to us, the New Zealand taxpayers and voters, with her ill-considered message. She was also clearly being disrespectful to the people who had a meeting with the Minister for Disabilities, and who were probably expecting her to be paying attention rather than passing notes to friends – notes which would inevitably get back to them.

Cue outraged commentary from members of the Labour and Green parties. What did we ever get angry about before social media? People say silly things, and thanks to Twitter and Facebook, those silly things sometimes go way further than anticipated and bring reaction out of proportion to the alleged provocation. Spreading outrage seems to be one of the main purposes of social media – that and amusing animal videos. Where am I going with this? I’m not sure. But you the reader can be assured that I am giving this meeting with my keyboard my full editorial attention, rather than looking out the window and dreaming of boating and tweeting notes about it to my friends and the wider world. In fact, if I was to look out the window and dream of something, boating would not be at the top of my list. My memories of being on boats are mostly of feeling ill. More than one boating excursion has had to make an early return to shore to deliver a queasy yours truly back to dry land. This stands in stark contrast to the children on page 1 – the beneficiaries of Pukemanu Boating and Fishing Club generosity – who are clearly having a blast on the water. What this goes to show is that all of us, whether MPs or journalists or any other profession, have moments at work where we daydream of doing other things – but in the end we just have to get our brains back on track and finish the job. Done.

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Testing the water There was much discussion to be had around the dos and don’ts of water quality testing and land management last week. A workshop run by Beef and Lamb New Zealand held at the Te Whanga woolshed in Gladstone offered landowners and farmers the chance to discuss land and stock management near waterways. Beef and Lamb North Island environment manager Kylie Brewer said the workshop was about raising awareness on water quality and how land owners can monitor streams running through their properties. It was a good opportunity for those to learn how to test water, and understand what else is living in the stream, she said. The testing was a demonstration of how to be vigilant about what is running off the land and into waterways. “We talked about water quality and PH what that all means at the catchment scale,” she said. There was a good cross-section of people at the workshop from farmers to bankers, and farm consultants, she said. Questions were directed at experts in the business, some including Greater Wellington Regional Council, Ministry for the Environment, and QEII National Trust.

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Cherry Bombs jam on wheels BY GERALD FORD A team of Wairarapa roller derby players is still on a high after competing in their first “jam” in Levin this month. The Wairarapa Roller Derby club competed as the Cherry Bombs and took on game names reflecting their vocations and personalities, at the Sur5al (survival) jam in Levin on June 3. Coach Sarah Warwood is a warehouse manager at Hansells, and fellow coach Sarah “Doc McCracken” is a chiropractor. Others are electrical or medical workers or full-time mums, and they have varied previous experience of sport from football or rugby to netball or none at all. The road to competition began three years ago, when the group first began to meet and train, although some members have come and gone since then. To be eligible to compete, team members must pass skills test, which required plenty of preparation and practice. Early practices were held in the Wairarapa College gymnasium, which is still sometimes used, but the group now meets weekly at the Clareville Showgrounds stadium which has more space. “When you’re doing training and doing 27 laps in five minutes, you’re going at pace so you get pretty close to that wall,

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which is scary,” Mrs Warwood said. The competition this month was all about getting that first experience. They played three rounds against 15

teams in total. Roller derby rounds are played on a circuit. The team’s points scorer takes points by

overtaking opposing team members, who are trying to block them, while team-mates attempt to help and simultaneously block the opposing points scorer. The team points scorer was “Sergeant Sparks”. “She had the whole arena on their feet cheering them on. She managed to score 7 points in the end,” Mrs Warwood said. “It was huge because we were going up against people who compete in the New Zealand team.” Despite falls and bumps Mrs Warwood says they players had the grit to stick it out. “Everyone who was there stayed in for every jam and just didn’t give up”. The team will continue to train together and look for chances to compete, “there’s talk of an open scrimmage coming up”, but they have committed themselves to a “jam” planned for Taupo in November. “We’re getting the girls ready for that, building momentum … we want to keep this going”. After their first experience the team, which was formerly the Rapa Women Rollers, is now opening up for male competitors, and have the new co-ed team name of Valhalla Mafia. “We want to keep building our skills so when new people come when can take them under our wing,” Mrs Warwood said.

Better decisions, safer roads

BY BECKIE WILSON

A group of Wairarapa students has lent a helping hand to help encourage more students to make better and safe decisions on the road. The students who are involved in the road safety group Students Against Dangerous Driving (SADD), have come together and filmed new videos as a fresh look for the safety programme. The videos were launched last week in Masterton, and aired for the first time online. SADD national manager Julie Elliotte said after research that involved students, they found the feedback was mostly focused on wanting a website and videos. SADD is a charity that encourages students to make safer and better decisions on the road. A group from Wellington Girls College and five groups from across Wairarapa were involved in the filming. “They cover the six principles in the videos… they are brilliant, short and sharp,” she said. The six principles include sober drivers, safe speeds, no distractions, avoiding risks, driving to the conditions, and building experience.

The SADD programme is run at many schools in the region. The videos will be available for groups that are interested in running the programme at their school. As part of the video launch afternoon, students involved in the SADD programme were also invited to a Save a Mate course run by New Zealand Red Cross. Red Cross communication development worker Bridget Percy said the programme felt like a good fit for students who were already interested in looking out for others. “Basically, it provided information on drugs and alcohol, so if someone is at a party and see things that doesn’t look right, they know what to do,” she said. The 90-minute programme has been running since 2011, and has been to schools nationwide. Justin Mirjkovich, 15, from Wairarapa College said “it was a good experience”. Everything was new to him, and now feels confident that he would be able to use the skills in a situation, he said. Wairarapa Road Safety Council projects coordinator Holly Hullena said it was great to notice the impact the Wairarapa SADD students have on the community. She keeps SADD alive in the schools who

Rathkeale College and St Matthews Collegiate students filming the SADD videos with during March. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

show an interest. “I am passionately involved in this programme because we need leaders who will look out for us when the future decisions are not just ours to make,” she said.

Larissa Graham, 16, from Makoura College and Justin Mirjkovich, 15, from Wairarapa College during the Save a Mate course PHOTO/BECKIE WILSON

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Electric buses conﬁrmed

Oh, for the quiet life

Masterton-based transport company, Tranzit, will be at the heart of the evolution of public transport in the region following the announcement that it would launch an electric bus ﬂeet next year. Greater Wellington Regional Council chairman Chris Laidlaw said in a statement 10 double-decker electric buses would be introduced next July. Ten more electric buses will go into service in 2020 and a further 12 in July 2021, he added. The contracts for electric buses have been signed with preferred tenderers Tranzit and Uzabus.

Marie King has returned to Wairarapa to run Featherston Motels and Camping. PHOTO/HAYLEY GASTMEIER

BY HAYLEY GASTMEIER The lure of the quiet life away from the hustle and bustle of the big city was too much to resist for Marie and Robert King. After 12 years in sunny Queensland, the couple have returned to the region to run Featherston Motels and Camping. “We always intended to return to Wairarapa at some stage,” said Mrs King (nee Howells), who was brought up in Martinborough. The couple, who were thrilled to be back, had received a warm welcome, she added. “I’m loving the pace of it, and the people in Featherston are so friendly, it’s just magic.” They had been living in the Brisbane suburb of Hemmant, but felt it was time to

revert to a quieter existence. “We were getting sick of where we were. I’m a country girl and didn’t like the traffic. “We’ve seen Brisbane grow, and when we first got there it wasn’t too bad but I think you go through phases in your life and we just wanted a better lifestyle.” Mrs King, who studied at Kuranui College, said she had also missed the hills and fauna of her homeland. This is the couple’s first accommodation venture, although they have owned businesses in the past. Mrs King describes it as “the perfect beginner’s motel”. The Fitzherbert St motel has four units, backpackers accommodation that sleeps nine, and six powered sites for campervans

Presidential handover The Rotary Club of Masterton South had its changeover for president on June 13. Outgoing president Robert Cameron exchanged the chain and badge of o˜ ce and welcomed incoming president Warren Carter. Masterton South has 65 members who contribute to projects such as Foodbank and Bring it to Colombo. The evening included a fashion show from Mr Carter’s former linen and menswear shops. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

and caravans. “We’ve always wanted to get into this type of business because we like meeting people. We’ve got good friends and family living in the area so it’s quite nice to bring the money back into Wairarapa.” Mr King grew up in Carterton and went to South End School. His brother, Joe King, part-owns Green Jersey Cycle Tours in Martinborough. The motel was sold to the Kings by South Wairarapa district councillor Colin Olds. Mr Olds said he had no immediate plans, but was looking forward to what the future held. “There will be other opportunities I’m sure, but for now my council duties keep me busy enough.”

Paul Snelgrove (left) and Keven Snelgrove with a business gold Award won by Tranzit in 2014. PHOTO/FILE

The two companies were chosen for nine bus routes across the region after the council called for tenders in August last year. Tranzit managing director Paul Snelgrove said the company would hire another 380 drivers, with as many as possible coming from the existing workforce. “We’re ordering 228 brand-new buses, with as many built by the Kiwi Bus Builders team as it can handle.” Mr Laidlaw said these were “the first steps in our ultimate goal of an all-electric fleet”. “Our immediate goal is to lower emissions. By mid-2018, 80 per cent of all buses will be new, the majority of which will comply with the latest Euro 6 emissions standards. “Their introduction, together with electric buses, will put us among the top performers worldwide for lower emission levels.” He said the larger-capacity vehicles and more efficient scheduling would enable 400 buses to do the work of the current 500-strong fleet. This will reduce congestion, especially in the central city, and make journey times faster and more reliable. “Tranzit has given us a commitment to employ as many bus drivers as possible, and on good terms, from the region’s existing workforce.” Mr Laidlaw says new timetables will be introduced alongside the new buses next July. A single ticketing system for travel on buses anywhere in the region and simplified fare structures will also be put in place next year. “Taken together, all the changes will create a modern, efficient and connected bus network, supported by simplified fares and ticketing.”

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Of twists and shiny things There’s a couple of controversial matters floating around in Wairarapa at the moment. Both of them begin with “a” and end with “n”. At first you’d think that there was no connection between the two, but spookily enough there are some similarities and differences. Let’s have a look. They will both be centred in Masterton, although there are claims that this isn’t so. The cost estimates for one were apparently somewhat understated, but that couldn’t possibly be the case for the other, could it? The advocates of both suggest we’ll be overrun by sightseers and visitors forking out yen, yuan and Eurodollars faster than you can say Whakaoriori. Some people think they’re things of rare beauty, others can’t abide one or the other or both. If you care to look into them deeply you’ll find that both have highly creative elements, although frankly, for one of them it’s best not to look too deeply unless you have masochistic tendencies and no life. One of them has been carefully crafted by a world-renowned artisan with a track record of outstanding excellence. The opponents of one created fantastical

scenarios of improbable carnage, the opponents of the other pointed out uncomfortable facts. One of them will have only cost $328,000 - small change compared with the other one. However, the proponents of both will tell you that it’s not about the money. One will have bollards to keep unwanted stuff out, the other will have ring-fencing to keep unwanted stuff in. One of them is shiny, new and exciting and the other a rather dull rehash of ideas that were popular in the late 80s. One of them inspires awe and admiration. One of them doesn’t require the creation of three standing committees, five community boards, and seven wards and then claim that “the governance structure would be simplified”. One of them doesn’t provoke apparently favourable comparisons with Upper Hutt or make us similar to those exemplars of provincial greatness Whanganui and Timaru. The airy double spiral will have about as much ability to spend money as a proposed Community Board. Having said that, it disappointingly won’t have (and I’m quoting verbatim p20 3c from the Draft Proposal) “authority to allocate any bequests or similar consistent with the terms of the bequest by making resolution for Council ratification”. Whatever that might mean. In summary, we could boil it all down to one question. What’s the difference between Ascension and the proposed amalgamation? One’s a hideous twisted conception that costs too much and is ultimately of no practical use and the other is a suave, sophisticated, suspended sculpture.

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A newish celebration that is practiced in our community, particularly by schools and other groups too, is Matariki, the Maori New Year. Like our more traditional New Year it is an opportunity to review the old year and approach the new year with goals that indicate the changes we want to make in our lives. At Matariki we reflect on people who have died during the year; we celebrate the resources we have stored for the winter and we think about the many other things our community can be grateful for. My Aunty Takitaki Ratapu and Aunty Bev Flood were just two of the people I loved who passed away this year. Aunty Takitaki was someone who left her career to be someone who cared for a sister. Aunty Bev was a rural postie who was recognized by her community, but the service not many saw was the visits she made to friends, and to some who might have been seen as foe, alike. They were never seen as foe to Aunty Bev though. These were services that characterised their lives that challenge

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Mackensie Ray (left) and Eli Kauika at the Chanel College Ball.

Chanel’s enchanted forest Some members of the Chanel College ball committee may have a future as innovative event planners. Those skills were evident at the school’s ball on Saturday at Copthorne Solway Park where the ticket holders were promised an evening in an enchanted forest. Ball committee member Mackensie Ray said: “We wanted to give the guests an

unforgettable experience. “We wanted an entrance that made a statement and we wanted them to become aware as soon as they saw the entrance archway with densely woven, overhanging native bush sprouting crisp white roses that they were entering another dimension.” The ball’s theme was ‘The Enchanted Forest’. Students walked in and had

to step up and over a bridge, she said. “We wanted to create an earthy feeling like in native forests when you step up and step over forest streams then step down into the new dimension. “Wooden signposts were waiting, inscribed with the fantasy destinations we all love, like Narnia, Wonderland, Neverland, Labyrinth, Terabithia,

Emerald City and Hogwarts.” Guests discovered they could not enter the ballroom space without walking through the magic wardrobe one at a time, aware in the semi darkness that they were walking past furry and shaggy coats and jackets before suddenly emerging into a brightly lit ball room space where every table had been carefully decorated.

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The guests were thrilled with the experience, Mackensie said. “The effort we had made and the final effect blew them away. “It was awesome. “My mum helped us a lot too and the students wanted to show their appreciation of her support so we presented her with a special bouquet on the night – everyone looked fabulous and we all had a happy time.”

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The above refers to planting in the garden from seedlings, bulbs or tubers. If sowing from seed, allow about a month for seedlings to appear and reach a growth stage equivalent to the ready-bought seedling.

The shortest day and therefore the longest night in the Southern Hemisphere is June 21st. It is opposite in the Northern Hemisphere where they experience the longest day and shortest night putting them halfway through their growing season. As from June 22nd the minutes of sunlight will slowly increase, with the sun rising a bit earlier and setting a bit later. It normally takes us a month or two for the increase of daylight hours to register and sometimes not until daylight saving kicks in. Plants on the other hand are quick to notice the extra bit of sunlight increasing every day. Plants use a complex process called photosynthesis to extract energy from sunlight to create food. Studies on certain species have revealed that they perform yet another feat—they calculate the optimum rate at which to absorb that food overnight. By day, plants convert atmospheric carbon dioxide into starch and sugars.

During the night, many species consume the starch stored during the day, thus avoiding starvation and maintaining plant productivity, including growth. Moreover, they process the stored starch at just the right rate—not too quickly and not too slowly—so that they use about 95 percent of it by dawn, when they start making more. The findings were based on experiments on a plant of the mustard family called Arabidopsis thaliana. Researchers found that this plant carefully rations its food reserves according to the length of the night, no matter whether 8, 12, or 16 hours remained until dawn. Evidently, the plant divides the amount of starch available by the length of time remaining until dawn, thus determining the optimal rate of consumption.

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Bands to rock Carterton Carterton Events Centre will be pumping next Saturday as the top young bands in Wairarapa play off in the regional final of Smokefreerockquest 2017. High school bands and solo duos from Wairarapa are set to play off for first and second place prizes and the opportunity to go into the judging pool for the coveted eight spots at the national finals in September.

The bands playing off: Absolutely Knott Kuranui College Concrete acoustics Solway College FaultLine Wairarapa College Fish-Eyes Chanel College

It’s fascinating for us to look back at success stories like Kimbra, Evermore and Broods where we could see the star factor right back at the regional level. Smokefreerockquest founder and director Pete Rainey said at this level some entrants are already demonstrating the standout factor that would see them achieve music career success. “It’s fascinating for us to look back at success stories like Kimbra, Evermore and Broods where we could see the star factor right back at the regional level,” he said. “Saturday night’s event gives a new cohort of bands the opportunity to take their obsession with music and develop the organisational and stage craft skills that will help them become another Kiwi music success.” Rainey said in regional cities the Smokefreerockquest final is often the year’s biggest youth gig. “We’re really proud that our association

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with Smokefree has been part of a huge social change in New Zealand over the past 28 years. It’s absolutely a real thing that the number of young kids smoking has dropped and we’re right behind the idea of making NZ Smokefree by 2025.” The top two bands and the first two solo duo placegetters will send in 15 minutes of video for selection to go into the national finalists judging pool. The NZ Music Commission Bands Programme, with funding provided by the Ministry of Education, provides mentoring and support by music industry professionals at Smokefreerockquest and Smokefree Pacifica Beats competition

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• The Wairarapa finals are on Saturday night, June 24 at the Carterton Events Centre from 7pm. Tickets from Eventfinda are $20 adults and $10 students.

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Relief is on the way for the narrow country lane that takes a hammering when traffic is diverted onto it because of blockages on SH2. Last week, Carterton District Council’s Infrastructure and Services Committee voted unanimously to start a programme that would extend the culverts and strengthen shoulders. Carterton residents took their concerns about Hughes Line in Clareville to the Carterton District Council following a head-on crash on SH2 in May which forced traffic to be detoured onto that road for two hours. A car using the Hughes Line diversion blew out its two left tyres when it hit a culvert, attempting to avoid oncoming traffic. The council also agreed to consider the

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possibility of widening both ends of the road and introducing signage that would alert drivers to the narrowing of the road. They hoped to have ongoing discussions with police about the best way to manage diverted traffic. Carterton Mayor John Booth said he was pleased with how council was dealing with the problem. He said the residents there are a passionate group, and he appreciated them taking the time to come to council with their concerns. “I totally understand their frustration”, he said. “Everyone is working together to come up with the right answers.” Hughes Line.

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Masterton Plunket marks 100 years Past and present faces from Masterton Plunket gathered this month to celebrate the club’s 100th anniversary.

Margaret Bourke, life member and current convenor of Masterton group presenting flowers to Pat Williams, who has been knitting baby garments for sale by Plunket for over 30 years. Also in the photo is Estelle Gimson, past Masterton treasurer.

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Cutting the cake are Aileen Harrington, left, patron, life member and first president of Lansdowne sub-branch, and Margaret Inkster, former president of Masterton branch and former vicepresident of the national Plunket Board.

Margaret Bourke presents her speech outlining the early history of Masterton Plunket. Also in the photo are, from left, Estelle Gimson former Masterton treasurer, Linda Everingham, current Plunket Nurse, Pauline Tucker, former Plunket Nurse, and Linda Tankersley, former committee member. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED

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Leadership workshops return

Over 6000 school children participated in the Guinness World Record haka attempt last year

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community-filled day cannot be taken away from those who participated. “I think that was really awesome — the fact we brought that many people together for the first time in some people’s lives — I think that was a success for us,” she said. “And when you see the faces on the young children, when they are doing it in Rotorua, you can’t take that away from them. “We don’t own the haka, so good on them for giving it a go.” It was a “spine-tingling and emotional” day that brought tears to her eyes seeing the whole community together. There would be some very relieved people in Rotorua as it was not an easy event to organise, she said.

Wairarapa’s attempt at snatching the world’s biggest haka record was eclipsed on Saturday by Rotorua’s effort at the Village Green which drew an estimated 7700 people, but there’s no hard feelings. Trudy Sears of Wairarapa REAP said yesterday that, “As long as [the record] is still in NZ, that’s the main thing”. The record attempt was held ahead of the match between the touring British and Irish Lions team and the Maori All Blacks in Rotorua. The current record for the biggest haka in the Guinness list of world records is 4028 people set in France in September 2014 that beat the previous record of 3264

in New Zealand in 2008. The haka must be performed for five continuous minutes to break the record. The Masterton effort last November had an unofficial tally of 6032 people. Mrs Sears was approached by Masterton Intermediate School principal Russell Thompson to help bring the record home at Masterton’s Memorial Park in early November last year. Children representing every school and pre-school in the region, performed the haka – Ko Wairarapa – composed for the people of Wairarapa by Paora Ammunson of Papawai Marae, Greytown, in the late 1980s. While the Wairarapa record may be gone for now, Mrs Sears said the

A boys’ leadership programme was set to return to Masterton this week. The first Nga Tama Toa workshop took place over two days on April 6 and 7 this year. Twenty boys from Years 5 to 13 were selected from 16 Masterton schools to attend the camp at Waimanaaki, Riversdale Beach (formerly Camp Anderson). Yesterday the boys were scheduled to come back together for a one-day workshop that is a continuation of their leadership programme. Originally selected by their schools as those who are currently positive role models with leadership potential within their schools and who have a sense of pride in who they are, the boys will re-visit their goals and look to share how they have shared what they learnt back at their schools. Mau rakau Tutor and Kaiako Maori from Tararua College, Rihari Daymond return to work with the boys to further strengthen their Mau Rakau and Haka skills and alongside him will be senior students from Tararua College, who are, in turn building their own leadership skills through tutoring. The boys who participate in the programme are will continue to work both within their schools and to meet through the year to discuss the achievement of their individual goals. The programme is supported by funding from Masterton Trust Lands Trust.

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Wairarapa’s new suicide prevention coordinator took on the name ‘Hope’ after two years of battling depression. Now she radiates health and happiness, writes Emily Norman. The first thing you notice about Rachel Hope is her ear-to-ear smile and bubbly personality. But for two years of her life, behind this façade was a dark place of hopelessness she struggled to get out of. “I had what they refer to as clinical depression,” she said. “That’s where for whatever reason, your brain just stops actually producing serotonin which is the stuff that makes us happy.” At the time, Rachel was working at a church and told the church counsellor how she was feeling, but did not get a “great response”. “I think we have this idea that if we just put our hand up once asking for help, all these people arrive out of nowhere and come and make you all better. “Unfortunately, that isn’t most people’s journey – particularly with mental health issues.” She then found comfort in a close friend, Rose, who referred her to a GP. About nine months into her twoyear “journey” through depression, her marriage of 10 years failed. “I went back to that church where I was working again, trucked along for another three months and it was at that point where I thought, this is it. I could see no end to the black.” She was on medication at that point, but it “hadn’t worked in the way I was hoping it would work”. Rachel, 49, originally from Dunedin, had been living in Perth during this time

and said she felt “very isolated physically from the people I really loved”. She took part in cognitive therapy which “didn’t do anything for me”, and after a while lapsed into a “suicidal mindset”. Rachel went on to attempt suicide twice, landing her in hospital. “When you’re in that place, you genuinely believe this is the best thing, not just for you, but for everybody around you.” Now, Rachel looks back and “can absolutely understand how heartbroken the people who love me would have been”. She described feeling like there was “no hope”, and hence when she was finalising her divorce, she changed her last name to Hope. “What I wanted more than anything in the world was hope,” she said. “Hope is something to live for and it’s a beautiful word.” She said the word could be found everywhere in her home today, and even showed off a ‘hope’ tattoo on her neck. Throughout the two years, the one “constant” for Rachel was her friend, Rose, who had also overcome depression. “I used to ring and she would say, ‘I know today’s not your day, but I promise you that any day now, you’re going to wake up and it’s going to feel different’.” “I believed her because I knew she had been where I was – honestly that’s what got me through the two years, because Rose said, it’s going to get better one day. “Rose was right. I woke up one day and

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it did feel better, and I woke up the next day and it felt even a little bit better.” Decades on, Rachel is now excited to take on her role as suicide prevention and post-vention coordinator for Wairarapa, and says she feels privileged to be able to use her insight to help others. She is one of the drivers behind a new initiative by Wairarapa District Health Board to prevent Wairarapa suicides. In her role, Rachel works with health professionals and families of those affected by suicide to identify prevention strategies, and reach out to those who need help. “It’s a privilege to be involved in any way I can.” She said the impact of suicide in Wairarapa felt so much bigger than anywhere else, “because we are so interconnected”. “But if you have people walking with you, making sure you’re okay, you’ll get there. You’ll find hope that’s worth living for.”

Cape Palliser Rd has once again been damaged by ocean swells — but the damage was relatively minor in comparison to past events, due to remedial measures put in place. On Wednesday, the area was hit with “extremely high seas”, South Wairarapa District Council (SWDC) infrastructure and services manager Mark Allingham said. The road affected was in front of the DoC station at Te Kopi, a stretch which has presented headaches for the council over the years. This week, with some people reporting swells of up to 10metres, some of the road seal washed away. Exactly two years ago, an entire lane at the same location washed away after two days of heavy swells and high tides. Mr Allingham said that section had been lost “twice in a short period”. Repeated road closures led SWDC to put measures in place to mitigate future damage. “While there was some damage, the road was relatively unscathed compared to previous [events].” Mr Allingham said treatment under the carriageway had been installed earlier to protect loss of road width. “There won’t be any disruption to traffic or closure as the rock armour and the geotextiles have saved this section from further damage.”

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BY JAKE BELESKI Months of practise were rewarded last week as the Rathkeale St Matthew’s Senior College choir won their first ever trophy at the regional Big Sing competition in Wellington. The choir won the Victoria University Cup for best performance of a New Zealand composition for their performance of Fletcher’s Mill, Morning Blues by New Zealand composer John Wells. Eighteen choirs competed in the event held at Wellington’s Michael Fowler Centre, and choir conductor Kiewiet van Deventer said they were thrilled to win a trophy. “I was really blown away because probably 60 per cent of my students are new this year, and we thought we were in a rebuilding phase. “There’s three categories and there is a cup for each category, and then there are certificates . . . in the past we’ve been given certificates but this is the first time we’ve won a cup.” Each choir had to sing a 10 minute programme, consisting of three contrasting pieces. The other two pieces performed by the group were ‘Sure is the Shining Night’ by Jamey Ray, and ‘Bawo Thixo Somandla’ – a Xhosa traditional transcribed by Mrs van Deventer. The choir had help from vocal coach Andrea Thomson, and were accompanied by Ruth Eckford. They also had tutelage from David

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Squire – conductor of the New Zealand youth choir – in the lead-up to the event. The third piece in particular had been challenging, Mrs van Deventer said. “The last piece was challenging as it contains sounds that we do not have in English. “In this we were assisted by Dr Tim Matthews who is a fluent Xhosa speaker.” It was pleasing that the “huge

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Social club survivors meet BY HAYLEY GASTMEIER

A social club that began off the back of the beleaguered Masterton Cosmopolitan Club is forging ahead. The Horseshoe Club is 210 members strong, boasts a “healthy bank account”, and is an associate member of Clubs NZ. Official trading for the club began about six months ago in Trust House’s Horseshoe Bar, adjoining The Farriers Bar and Eatery. When it was confirmed last year that the Cossie Club would be closing its doors, a handful of its members formed a steering committee to ensure the club’s camaraderie would not be lost. The Horseshoe Club kicked off, and its steering committee members say they are not surprised by its success. “It’s going very well,” steering committee acting secretary Robert Thurston said. “It’s for the same reason that the Cossie Club was successful initially — people like a nice, quiet, safe place to drink.” Mr Thurston said the Horseshoe Club already had golf and bowls sections, with members competing against other clubs. Steering committee president Jim Laird said the club, which operates from 3pm on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, was established so “members could enjoy each other’s company”. About 90 per cent of its members were formerly those of the Cossie Club, and subs were a flat-rate of $30 per person — less than half what they used to pay. Mr Laird said the club had a good rapport with Trust House, and members could use the pokie machines and the TAB next door in the same complex. Drinks were priced like the Cossie Club, and “affordable bar meals” were provided

Horseshoe Club steering committee acting secretary Robert Thurston, treasurer Alistair Dornan, and president Jim Laird.

for members. On Tuesday, the steering committee thanked its club members by putting on a special event with complementary drinks and bonus cash draws on top of the usual raffles. Steering committee treasurer Alistair Dornan said it was about paying members back for their support. Trust House general manager of

operations and marketing Jerry Crump said the trust was “pretty rapt” to have the Horseshoe Club on the premises. “They’re here three days a week to use the facility that otherwise wouldn’t be used, and it gives it a good, social atmosphere.” Mr Crump said in the past, the Horseshoe Bar had been used as a function room, which meant additional expenses for the trust.

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“Then these guys came along and it works for both parties.” Mr Laird said the club would formally elect members at its annual general meeting in August. The club was grateful to Masterton Property Management, which sponsored a raffle drawn each Tuesday, and Masterton Countdown for sponsoring a raffle drawn each Friday.

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Get Your Ears On!

By Alice Stewart

As I’m writing this I’m still laughing at myself! At the weekend I ordered a slice of Chocolate Banana loaf (Gluten Free because I am actually coeliac) to go with my Long Black (yes, I am an addict) when I thought the conversation had turned to the weather. I said, “Yes, it is lovely and sunny out there.” After the initial confusion I was asked, again, if I wanted my loaf slightly warmed. I hurriedly explained that the nasty cold virus that had invaded me had left me with severely blocked ears and I was as deaf as a door knob! The lady next in the queue remarked that she thought it must have been the wine. I chortled along with her and took great pains to explain that would be a great excuse except for the fact I don’t drink alcohol. How often do we have a conversation with someone without actually listening? When I say conversation, I mean the traditional way we communicate with one or more people by engaging in a discussion.

Face to face beats hands down any other manner because we listen with our whole bodies. We are constantly in a state of absentmindedness. We are distracted by thinking about what’s happened in the past or what might happen in the future. It takes concentrated effort to be wholly focused on the here and now. Or should I say the hear and now? Now I have had sales training up the wazoo... from retail, radio, TV, print media, finance and obviously Real Estate. One of the critical things you are taught is that you have one mouth and two ears and they are to be used accordingly: listen twice as much as you talk. Believe me if you have not heard what the other person says you have no right to open your gob. Just a thought!

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Forty years later Roger still enjoys selling as much as ever Roger Southey was only in his early 20s when he founded Southey’s Auto World Ltd in 1977 in Dixon Street opposite the gates of Queen Elizabeth Park. Forty years later the business is still in the same pleasant location and Roger still enjoys selling as much as ever. In fact, Roger is close to reaching 50 years in vehicle sales. Roger grew up on his parents dairy farm at Eketahuna, attending Eketahuna School. After graduating from Tararua College, Roger started working for his grandfather’s building company but quickly decided selling vehicles might be more his forte. He started in the industry in 1970 with Wright Stephenson’s Toyota commercial vehicle sales. “Bert Wood took me on and gave me the job of canvassing Wairarapa with Toyota Landcruisers!” In 1972 Roger had the honour of being one of three sales people selected from throughout New Zealand to man the first stand Toyota ever had at National Fieldays at Mystery Creek, Hamilton. “I did

four-wheel-drive demonstrations.” The following year Roger transferred to Wrightcars in Hamilton but returned to Wairarapa in 1974 as Department Manager for NZFCDC Service Station in new and used vehicle sales. The next year Roger purchased land in Dixon Street with the intention of establishing his own business, Southey Auto World opening its doors at the beginning of 1977. At first Roger only sold used cars, his first sale being a bronze 1973 Hillman Hunter. Then in 1986 he obtained the Wairarapa new car dealership for Honda which he considered then, as now, “a very good mark”. This also had the advantage of supplying the business with tradein models for its used car sales. Roger is still selling and servicing Hondas for some of the very same customers who bought a Honda back in the 1980s. By the early 1990s Roger felt the business needed to also sell vehicles more suited to rural and commercial purposes so was pleased to obtain the Wairarapa

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dealership for Nissan in 1993. Roger believes the success of the business over four decades lies in its service. “The customer always comes first. I believe in a fair and reasonable deal and that is why we have been here so long. We keep a very high standard of stock presentation and are very careful about what we sell - which keeps our reputation high.” Roger is starting to plan for his retirement with his two sons Brendon and Dion working for the business. In the immediate future there are plans to hire additional staff as well as further develop the property. A coming highlight will be a trip to the Formula One motor race in Singapore in September, sponsored by Honda in recognition of Southey’s Honda sales achievement.

Roger would like to thank all his staff and customers over the past 40 years for their contribution and support.

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A tight knit team of locals Southey’s Auto World has a team of 11 staff - all experienced in their field.

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Brendon continues to upskill and has just completed a Graduate Certificate in Automotive Dealership Management through Melbourne University and Nissan Australia.

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Dion Southey returned to New Zealand seven years ago to join Southey Auto World and similarly has been learning all aspects of the business from grooming through to service and now sales.

Workshop Service Manager Tony van Helmond leads an experienced team of workshop technicians, all fully trained in Honda and Nissan technology, and with the latest diagnostic tools.

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General Manager Brendon Southey first joined the business 29 years ago, starting in the Service Department in 1988 and working his way through Parts and Sales.

The third member of the Sales team is Tom Porter whose history in sales goes back four decades. He remembers selling Datsun vehicles in the early 1980s, before the company changed its name to Nissan.

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makes and models, including WOF and registration. Tony joined the workshop 17 years ago. Outside work he’s very involved with Masterton Motorplex including building his own drag cars. The workshop’s two other Technicians are Garry Eagle who has been with us for 11 years and John Farmer who joined five years ago.

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Parts Manager Brett Oakly has been part of the crew for five years. As well as being the Wairarapa Agent for Honda and Nissan, Southey’s Auto World is the Wairarapa service agent for Volkswagen and Skoda. Brett can source parts for these makes as well as any other makes and models. Groomer Brendon Clark has been

with the business for the past two years while Yardsman Phil Moore joined six months ago. Last but not least is Yvette Martin who joined Southey Auto World in Administration and Reception 12 months ago. Founder Roger Southey continues to be involved as Dealer Principal.

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Behind every great vehicle sales business is a great brand - two in the case of Southey’s Auto World Honda and Nissan.

Navara, introducing the completely new NP300, available in 2WD and 4WD, single or twin turbo, narrow or wide body options.

The Dixon Street car dealers obtained the Wairarapa new car dealership for Honda in 1986 and later added Nissan in 1993.

Roger describes it as “the magnificent Navara” - “it’s all new modern technology, economical, has a three and a half tonne tow and is very reliable”.

The success of Honda and Nissan “comes down to the fact that they are two very trusted Japanese brands,” says Dealer Principal Roger Southey. “People who buy Honda and Nissan are very loyal as they trust the quality of their product and know they are reliable. There are no disappointments, they offer very good warrantees, and have a good resale value.” Both Honda and Nissan have launched new models of two old favourites in recent months.

A few months ago Southey’s Auto World launched the latest version of the Honda Civic sedan to Wairarapa and last week added the hatchback model to its stable. The Honda Civic has been the global standard for the compact car since 1972. This new Civic is the sportiest ever, and has set new benchmarks for a compact in terms of space, fuel efficiency, safety, interior quality and dynamic driving performance. SALES REP DION SOUTHEY NEXT TO THE NISSAN NAVARA

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$30k gift for netball courts The Masterton South Rotary Club officially handed over its $30,000 grant to the Bring it to Colombo Trust on Tuesday. The grant was an important part of the final push to raise enough money to fund the project to upgrade the netball facilities on Colombo Rd. Rotary president Rob Cameron, who presented the cheque, said they were thrilled to get behind such a worthy cause. He said the project would benefit a large

number of people. “That’s one of the big reasons we are getting behind it.” It was about time netball had access to high quality facilities, as was the case with other sports in the region, he added. “Rugby has good headquarters, hockey has good headquarters and netball is due for an upgrade. “It will be great for netball in the region.”

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Fly Away’ to hit stage

BY JAKE BELESKI

Year 13 Kuranui College student Jessica Buckham wrote a script for an internal drama assessment last year, and now her vision will be performed on stage. Jessica’s script, called ‘Fly Away’, was centred on famous New Zealand aviator Jean Batten, and New Zealand pilot Fred Truman. The play will be performed at the Greytown Little Theatre, at 7.30pm on Saturday and a Sunday matinee. She said the inspiration for her script had come in a rather unusual manner, and she had not been involved in the process of making it into a performance. “I sort of just Googled famous New Zealanders. “I haven’t seen anything of it since I handed over the script.” The theatre industry had been “very welcoming”, and she was keen to continue writing after leaving school. Seeing her script transformed into a performance would be an exciting, but different experience, she said. “I’ll go and see it and enjoy it. “I think it’ll be a really weird experience, but I’m very excited though.” The play is being directed by Kuranui’s performance and arts teacher, Juanita McLellan, and features two Kuranui students – Amber Spicer and Thomas Laybourn. Former Kuranui student Kim Crier, and local resident Ron Bywater, will also be on stage. Ms McLellan said the storyline, based on a famous New Zealander (Batten) that people don’t know much about, but from the ex-boyfriend’s (Truman) perspective, was intriguing. “The characters were well formed and interesting.

Amber Spicer as Jean Batten and Thomas Laybourn as Fred Truman.

“Having a nice range of character ages made it another interesting play to look at as it would involve having different performers who are not the usual ones to be seen on stage in major roles.” They have been working on the play since April, and she said having former students involved was also exciting. “Our past students have a tendency to be very helpful, always volunteering for backstage or supervisory roles for Stage Challenge and Shakespeare. “Having them perform with the current students is lovely, as they support each other, and make it less daunting to work with older people.”

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Mayors support Edgecumbe Wairarapa’s mayors have come together to run a combined campaign to encourage fundraising for flood-damaged Edgecumbe. South Wairarapa Acting Mayor Brian Jephson says all three councils will use their varied channels to encourage people to donate to this cause. Links to the Givealittle page is on all three Council websites and Facebook pages. Donation boxes are at all Wairarapa libraries. “If every Wairarapa person donated one dollar to this Give a Little page then as a combined region we could raise $40,000 for them.” Carterton Mayor, John Booth says Wairarapa can step up as a community to help the people of Edgecumbe in their time of need. “We could all be affected by a significant event at some stage. We can all lean on each other in times of need no matter where we live.” Masterton Mayor, Lyn Patterson says it is important that we keep supporting the people of Edgecumbe. “Even though they are no longer in the media spotlight, there is a great deal of work to be done there and I’m sure our community will dig deep to help out.” The page supports the Liveable Homes project which aims to restore uninsured homes to a standard which will allow them to be reoccupied. In May the Whakatane District Council unanimously approved the programme. Whakatane Mayor, Tony Bonne says around 40% of flood damaged homes are either under-insured or uninsured and the project is estimated to cost around $70,000 a home. The process includes stripping flooddamaged floors and floor and wall linings, drying the house, refitting floor and wall linings and cabinets, and the issuing of a free building consent and compliance consents.

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AND WORKSHOPS Come and join the Cancer Society Wairarapa and Catherine McKinley for a mid-winter shopping spree

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Featuring: Catherine McKinley decorations, and Craig Thorburn (Kirkcaldie & Stains Dept Store Xmas decorator) and owner of Grand Illusions Greytown! Other local artists and craft people creations on sale too for Christmas gift ideas.

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18-24 JUNE 2017 TINUI AND CASTLEPOINT VOLUNTEER RURAL FIRE FORCES IN ACTION SUPPORTED BY THE CARTERTON NZFS TANKER

Wairarapa and Tararua rural fire fighter volunteers become one

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

New website matches professional skills with not-for-profit organisations A new online volunteer marketplace is now live, connecting professionals keen to donate their skills with not-for-profits organisations. The “Who Did You Help Today Trust” has developed HelpTank (helptank.nz) as a nationwide specialist service focusing on a skills-based volunteer approach. Trust founder Stacey Shortall says their research showed community groups often struggled to engage skilled volunteers, while volunteers are struggling to find an organisation needing their area of expertise. Often this is leading to a wasted opportunity as many employers offer paid leave to their staff for when they volunteer. “Not-for-profits deliver vital services, so it’s important they can efficiently access skilled volunteers to maximise their impact,” Stacey says. The Trust would like to hear from community groups needing specialist skills and will work to match them with the volunteers.

Wairarapa and Tararua districts’ rural fire services, largely manned by volunteers, are about to merge on July 1.

The new enlarged fire authority - called the Wairarapa Tararua District - will be responsible for over one million hectares of land.

Live, laugh, share - volunteer! Each year New Zealand celebrates National Volunteer Week to recognise and celebrate the vital contribution of New Zealand’s approximately 1.2 million volunteers in areas as diverse as social development, the economy and the environment. We celebrate volunteers and the invaluable contribution they make to our communities. ‘Live, laugh, share – volunteer’ is the theme this year, which helps capture the heart-felt appreciation we feel when people come together to build stronger, more vibrant communities through volunteer service.

It and other rural fire authorities will also be joining with urban fire services in one organisation called Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ). For the present, Wairarapa’s rural and urban fire services will remain separate but by 2020 it is envisaged that they will be fully merged. The new Wairarapa Tararua District will have five full time staff overseeing its many volunteers. In Wairarapa there will continue to be eight volunteer rural fire forces at Castlepoint, Tinui, Riversdale Beach, Mauriceville, Wainuioru, Tora, Ngawi and Lake Ferry supported by 110 volunteers.

Tararua will continue to have five Volunteer Rural Fire Forces and 66 volunteer rural firefighters situated in the remote parts of the district, who give their time to protecting their respective communities at Weber, Te Uri, Herbertville, Akitio and Tiraumea. The volunteers, who are well-trained and resourced, are an integral part of the Al zhei mer s community and in many places double as a response agency in the event of a Civil Wai r ar apaI nc. Defence disaster such as earthquakes or flooding. Pr ovi di ngi nf or mat i on,educat i on,suppor tandadvocacy .

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Community and education co-ordinator Grant Detheridge-Davies, who is a volunteer on the Mauriceville Rural Fire Force, says under the new act FENZ will have a duty of look after its volunteers, ensuring their safety and welfare. “Volunteers give up a lot of their time, not just responding to fire and accident callouts but also attending regular training sessions.”

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Wairarapa Rural Fire District says THANK YOU to all our rural fire fighters

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A large number of people volunteer their time to ensure that their community, and the district, remains a safe and vibrant place to live. But due to the transient nature of the employment forces in these areas, the service is always keen to talk to people interested in joining the crews at one of the above forces. For more information go to www.wrfd.org.nz

We thank all those that have responded to rural fires and emergencies across the district in the last 12 months. July 1st will see the amalgamation the Tararua and Wairarapa Rural Fire Authorities. This will see the number of fire forces and volunteers increase. We welcome and thank all of the volunteers that will be there to support their communities and the new organisation in the future.

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For more information go to www.wrfd.org.nz

Victim Support thanks all our volunteers for their time, knowledge and experience to support victims of crime and trauma.

WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS FOR OUR 24/7 SERVICES FOR VICTIMS. Full training and supervision is provided. CONTACT US TO FIND OUT MORE

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‘Live, love, share’ with Wairarapa’s elders

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

Len Pepperell says the theme of Volunteer Awareness Week - “Live, love, share - volunteer” - captures what it’s like to volunteer. Len has been volunteering at both Kandahar Home and sister-site Kandahar Court in Masterton for almost three years and says he started because he wanted to give back to the Wairarapa community. “My wife was living at Kandahar Court and I was very happy with the home so I decided to volunteer to give back. I drive the van to take the residents on outings to help them get out and about more often. I really enjoy getting to know them all – they’re all so different and have so many stories. It’s like family.” The residents would benefit from having more volunteers visit, Len says. “It’s like a family home here and it would be great for the residents to have more visitors because some of them don’t have much family. “Volunteering could mean anything. You could help with an activity once a week, or visit to have a cuppa with a resident or two. You get so much out of helping others.” For many not-for-profit care homes, volunteers are making a real difference to the lives of the people they help, says Kandahar manager Peter Newman. “Volunteers make a huge difference because they bring their personalities, skills and smiles to the home for the residents to enjoy.

18-24 JUNE 2017 KANDAHAR HOME VOLUNTEER LEN PEPPERELL AND KANDAHAR HOME RESIDENT KEITH NEAL ARE ENCOURAGING MORE VOLUNTEERS TO JOIN THE KANDAHAR FAMILY “They help with activities, drive the van on outings, chat with residents one-on-one, and they brighten the day of the people they see. We are so thankful for our amazing volunteers who are making a real difference to the lives of the elders we support.” Possible volunteer roles include, but aren’t limited to, gardening, book club helper, beauty therapists to paint nails, assisting with morning tea, baking or doing craft with residents, newspaper readers, quizmasters, musicians, parents to visit with young children, people to visit with friendly pets, people who can chat with, play board games or read to residents. To find out more about becoming a volunteer, call 06 370 0447 or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz

Pauline McKenzie - dedicated to reducing the impact of cancer in our community Pauline moved into co-ordinating and delegating other volunteer visitors until about 2007 when she then chose to co-ordinate the Look Good Feel Better programme.

Pauline McKenzie is one of those special people who volunteer, and has been doing so for a long time - in fact 24 years for Cancer Society Wairarapa. She commenced volunteering in June 1993 at the Perry Street Cancer Shop. Her role then was Patient Support. This involved visiting patients and their families at home to assess their needs for support. Pauline said she “got to know families really well and felt special working alongside them”.

This involves preparing workshops and organising volunteers, which Pauline continues to do to this day at the new-look Cancer Society at 140 Dixon Street Masterton. As an Executive Board Member from 1995 and for five years the Chairperson of the Society, Pauline was involved in the transition of the

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MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT WITH THEIR SUPPORT….. We can drive you to your treatment outside of the Wairarapa We can open our Centre every day to offer support information and programmes We can host the"Look Good Feel Better" workshop and provide events such as Relay For Life or our Charity Ball.

We rely on volunteers to (help) raise awareness and fundraising on days such as Daffodil Day. Where would we be without our Cancer Society Wairarapa Volunteers helping to reduce the impact of Cancer in this community.

Thank you all for your commitment to volunteering!

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Cancer Society from a shop to a service hub for cancer patients and their families. While she has stepped down from the Executive Board, Pauline stays involved as a volunteer driver, using her knowledge and skills to listen to and support people. Pauline has added another level of involvement by volunteering at Daffodil Days and remains a dedicated volunteer in reducing the impact of cancer in our community.

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18-24 JUNE 2017 Teenager inspires beach clean-up While older people make up a large percentage of the volunteering community in New Zealand, inspired young people are also making a difference. One of them, Chayla Beaver was awarded the 2016 Masterton District Council Youth4Enviro Award in February for organising a beach clean-up at Castlepoint.

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Chayla has called Castlepoint home for her entire life and worked for months to organise a beach clean-up. The event accumulated so much traction that Tranzit ran a bus service to and from the beach on the day. Chayla said she was organising the beach clean-up, “not necessarily because the beach was very messy, but more to create awareness”. “We really do have such an amazing coastline and we should do all we can to keep it that way.”

A passion for volunteering recognised The good Samaritans that make Carterton tick were recognised at the Charles Rooking Carter Awards two weeks ago.

MIKE VAN WOERKOM RECEIVES THE VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM TONY VAN HELMOND OF SOUTHEY NISSAN

Wairarapa’s sports volunteers recognised Hundreds of people volunteer their time to sports in Wairarapa as coaches, officials and administrators and it would be impossible to publicly recognise all of them. But Wairarapa Times-Age Sports Awards 2017 was able to recognise three of them. Nominees for the Southey Nissan Volunteer Award of the Year this year were Janice Leighton, David Parke and the winner of the Award Mike Van Woerkom. Janice gives up her time every Wednesday afternoon teaching special needs children and adults the art of playing indoor bowls with up to 28 people involved in these sessions. David is a board member of Greytown Sport and Leisure, a committee member of both the Greytown Rugby and Cricket Clubs, a member of JAB rugby and a manager of junior representative teams. Mike has been manager of the hugely successful Dalefield premier hockey’s team the past 2 seasons. He is also a key component in organising finance and transport for the side and made a significant contribution to raising the profile of hockey in Wairarapa.

Supporting Families Wairarapa Awhi Whanau o Wairarapa We would like to thank all our volunteers for the fine work that they do for our service. We support family/whanau who care for someone with mental health and/or addiction issues. We assist people with any disability and help reintegrate or engage them in employment, education or social activities. Our Resource Centre is open 10:00am - 3.00pm Mon-Fri Pathways to Wellbeing

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One of them was Elaine Renall who received the EnZed PC Services Voluntary Community Services Award. With a love of gardening, and roses in particular, Elaine has dedicated 10 years to Keep Carterton Beautiful where she has contributed to many different projects - planting, cleaning the cemetery, painting the railway station fence and the exercise equipment at Carrington Park to name just a few. Only last week, Elaine was one of around 19 volunteers planting 300 native shrubs on a track between Carrington Drive and Anderson Line. “The oldest of us was 90!” Elaine is also involved with “Loved 4 Life”, making quilts for newborn babies within Carterton. She also works at Vinnie’s St Vincent De Paul op shop in Carterton once a week. Many have enjoyed Elaine’s baking talents, frequently whipped up for a

JILL GREATHEAD OF SPONSOR ENZED PC SERVICES, ELAINE AND CARTERTON MAYOR JOHN BOOTH AT THE AWARDS EVENING

local bake sale fundraiser, morning tea groups, or other volunteers she is working with.

I retired 15 years ago and will continue to do so for as long as I am able.”

Not surprisingly, Elaine is modest about her efforts.

Elaine encourages others to volunteer as well.

“Volunteering gives me something to do. It gets you out with different groups of people and I like sewing. I also make quilts to send to Sister Madelaine in Northland.

“There’s no need for anybody to sit at home and be bored. There are always plenty of different organisations you can volunteer for.”

“I’ve been volunteering since

AGE CONCERN WAIRARAPA We would like to thank all our wonderful volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to do the work we do without you all. Age Concern Wairarapa Solway Showgrounds, Fleet Street Gate, Masterton.

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Short courses for Taratahi

Taratahi is branching out and offering a wide range of short courses in the Wairarapa. Seventy people have so far expressed interest in a diverse array of subjects from beekeeping to weed control. The large number of lifestyle block owners and self-sufficient townies in the region means fencing and chainsaw safety are popular options. Taratahi Wairarapa regional manager Simon Bailey says chainsaw safety and safe use of agricultural vehicles are very popular options. “For people who have just purchased a lifestyle block or bought a chainsaw for backyard use, knowing how to use them safely is really important.” “Butchery is another very popular course as people want to get the best out of their home-grown meat and we will teach people how to look after their carcasses, how to bone them out and give them some ideas of the best ways to cook various cuts. “We are pleased we have secured Scotty from Scotty’s Meats in Martinborough as the tutor which will make this an informative and fun course.” Taratahi is also expecting the courses to appeal to Wellingtonians who want to learn something useful and then spend the rest of the weekend enjoying what’s on offer in the Wairarapa. “It will make for a great weekend getaway.”

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Tutor Joe Steventon, right, seen here with student Brodie White, is teaching chainsaw safety as one of a series of short courses to be run by Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre PHOTO/SUPPLIED

Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) and the Meat Industry Association (MIA) are presenting the sector’s priorities to all political parties ahead of this year’s General Election. The two organisations, who represent New Zealand sheep and beef farmers and meat processors, marketers and exporters have outlined in a manifesto a set of key priority policy areas on which to base a stronger partnership with government. MIA Chief Executive Tim Ritchie said the sheep and beef sector is our second largest goods exporter and a signiﬁcant contributor to the New Zealand economy. “The sector contributed NZ$7 billion to New Zealand’s total GDP last year and we aim to increase this in coming years through partnership and collaboration with government and others. “Trade is a key priority for our exportfocused sector as over 90 per cent production is exported, valued at NZ$7.5 billion last year. “We are looking to work with

government to further the trade liberalisation agenda including by addressing non-tariﬀ barriers that plague the sector,” Ritchie said. B+LNZ Chief Executive, Sam McIvor said the sector plays an important role in rural communities, employing around 80,000 people (directly and indirectly) and making it New Zealand’s largest manufacturing industry. “The environment is a signiﬁcant focus for the sector, with managing our impact on water quality a key priority, alongside climate change and biodiversity.” “We are already undertaking substantial work in the environment space, but need government to work alongside the sector in developing policy equipping farmers with the right knowledge, tools and support for continuous improvement,” McIvor said. Other priority areas outlined in the manifesto include animal welfare, food safety, biosecurity, innovation, employment relations, immigration, health and safety, and training.

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FOR WEEK ENDING JUNE 16 BY IAN HICKS CALVES: 1 Fr/StHX Bull at $260. Maungahina Stud celebrated 110 years of breeding at its 72nd bull sale earlier this month, where Hereford bulls fetched an average of $7073.˜PHOTO/ COUNTRY CALENDAR

SHEEP ˜ LAMBS: Sheep: Ewes: Laing 8 MA MT at $75, Miller 7 at $85, 4 C/O’s at $60. Lambs: Lewis 9 at $55, 4 at $45, Kilmister 4 at $122, Pettersson 4 at $127, Laing 4 at $40, Ryan 4 at $47, Barton 16 at $70, 15 at $50, 15 at $40, 15 at $52.

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CATTLE: Garlick 4 wnr RP Heifers at $700, Bentley 1 wnr FrX Heifer at $250, Hughes 3 wnr FrX Bulls at $330, Van de Weyer 1 2yr MG Steer at $850, Leek 1 wnr HX Steer at $555, Olsen 2 wnr Jsy Bulls at $250.

BY BECKIE WILSON

“It’s in the blood, it’s our passion,” say the men of the McKenzie family who run the oldest hereford stud in New Zealand. The stud celebrated its 110th year of breeding herefords this year, and its 72nd on-farm bull sale last Thursday. The sale drew a crowd of more than 300 people – some there to buy quality bulls, some to support the massive achievement. Bruce McKenzie, the fourth generation, handed over the running of the stud to his son, Mark, in 2006. Mark and his wife, Melissa, and their children, Jack, 17, and Molly, 15, live on Maungahina Stud which is about 15-minutes’ drive from Masterton along Castlepoint Rd. He knew from day one that he wanted to help his father on the farm. “We are all about breeding the best that we can,” Mark said. “We just do what we have been doing for years and we aren’t going to change our ways.” “Never breed from a huntaway that doesn’t bark” is the McKenzie family motto. Living by that, the family are the busiest they have ever been. Years ago, the family were selling about 40 bulls a year, now they are up to 140 and counting. This year, herefords fetched an average of $7073 a bull. Their willingness to diversify has gone a long way, and has seen the introduction of two more breeds to the stud. They were the ﬁrst in the country to bring in speckled park bulls, Mark said. At this year’s sale, they fetched an Australasian record price for one of their commercial speckle park heifer cross broad unjoined for $2900. “That was huge — it just shows what the speckled park can do in the industry,” Mark said. “We put them out front of the public to show what they can do with cross breeds.” The stud is becoming known for its genetics, and its semen and embryos packages.

Mark McKenzie, left, and his father Bruce, celebrated 110 years of hereford breeding on their family owned stud. PHOTO/BECKIE WILSON

“We have some of the best genetic packages in the world, with an embryo selling for $3200,” he said. The top speckled park bull went for a record $24,000 easily surpassing the average of $9366. Maungahina comprises three properties within the Masterton area and runs 1000 romney ewes and 400 cows. Recently, they tasted the ﬁrst drops from their pinot noir and chardonnay crops. In partnership with Johner Estate, they planted grapes to make use of a dry 1.4 acre plot. The family have been on an emotional rollercoaster since the passing of Bruce’s wife, Jennie, last June. She was a huge part of the stud’s success, Bruce said. “Jennie would go around and talk to every single person [at a sale] — she was loved by everyone.” Bruce says once a stud person, always a stud person. Now Molly, as a sixth generation, is showing interest in the farm and works her heading dog every night after school. Both Bruce and Mark are well-known in the hereford judging ring. Bruce is one of the leading international judges, having travelled to England, Canada and Australia for shows. Mark has judged at many royal and national shows. He was also a Hereford Prime director, but now focuses on his role as Speckled Park International director.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS THURSDAY,JUNE 22 Housie: At Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club (Carterton), behind the Clocktower, at 1.20 pm. Call Pauline Hodgson 379-5923. 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) 228-8651 or Pam Lloyd (06) 304-7997. Masterton Petanque Club: Club day 1.30pm, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Miriam 377-7974. Wairarapa Model Aero Club: 9amnoon, at the Masterton Aerodrome. Red Star Table Tennis Club: Meet 5-7pm, at Red Star Sports Association, 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call John 3702511, or Hugh 377-4880. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 6.30pm. Whakaoriori Shufflers: 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) 9290961 or (0274) 604-796. Feldenkrais: 5.45-6.45pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Rupert (027) 585-3822. Yoga: 7.30-8.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Odette (021) 180-9452. Westside Playcentre: 9-noon, 165 Renall St, Masterton. Call 378-2224. Martinborough Playcentre: 9-noon, 38 Venice St. Call (06) 306-9068. Carterton Playcentre: 9-noon, Belvedere Rd (next to Howard Booth Park). Call 379-7875. 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 370-8844. 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 Fern & Thistle Pipe Band: Practice 6.30-8.30 pm, Savage Club Hall, Albert St, Masterton. Tai chi for Health: Martinborough, St John’s Hall, 9.30-10.30am. 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: Power 9am, Beginners 10am, 50s Forward 11am, Core Plus 5.30pm at Bodymind Pilates, 6 Queen St, 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 KarateDo Wairarapa Inc: Carterton: 6pm, at Carterton South End School hall. Call Thomas Duncan (06) 308-8844 or (027) 302-8923.

FRIDAY,JUNE 23 Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Carterton Library 11am1pm. St Matthew’s Connect Group: 9.3011am, informal, coffee and speaker, St Matthew’s Community Hall, Church St, Masterton. Call Yvonne 377-4929, Wendy 378-0035 or parish office 370-8589. Gentle Yoga: 9.30-10.30am, bookings essential, at the studio, 268 High St N, Carterton. Call Colleen (021) 177-1956. Needlework & Craft Drop-in: 10amnoon, Featherston Community Centre. Call Virginia (06) 308-8392. 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, during school terms, 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, 10.30am-2pm, 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: Men Only 9am, Core 10am, 50s Forward 11am, Core Plus 12.10pm, Core 5.30pm at Bodymind Pilates, 6 Queen St, 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,JUNE 26 Ballet for Women: Noon-1pm at St Andrew’s Church, Greytown. Call Maree (06) 304-9913. Masterton Brass Band: Rehearsals at 7pm, in the Band Room, Park Ave, Masterton. Call Ted 377-0625. Not Your Nanna’s Sewing Circle: 7-9pm, Cobblestone’s Administration Room, 169 Main St, Greytown. Call Christine Healy (06) 304-8110 or Lynda Saint-Merat (06) 304-7026. Yoga: St Johns Hall, Martinborough, Beginners/Seniors 4-5.15pm; General 5.30-6.45pm. Call Nicki (06) 308-6598. Chair Yoga: Breath lead movements. The Spot, 365 Queen St, 1pm. Call Karina (021) 0820-0132. Hatha Yoga: Suitable for anyone. REAP House, 6pm. Call Karina (021) 0820-0132. Yoga and Pilates Fusion: For joint mobility and core strength, 11am, St John’s Hall, Martinborough. Call Odette (021) 180-9452. Kundalini Yoga: 7-8pm, Carterton. Call Odette (021) 180-9452. Pilates: Martinborough: 9am St Andrews Hall, Dublin St. Call Jane (027) 630-4132. Pilates: Core Plus 8am, Core 9am, 50s Forward 11am, Core 12.10pm, Core 5.30pm, Beginners 6.30pm at Bodymind Pilates, 6 Queen St, Masterton. Call 370-1121. Alcoholics Anonymous: Masterton: 7.30pm, St Matthew’s Church Hall, 35 Church St. Call Anne 378-2338 or Pete (020) 4005-9740. Carterton: 8pm, Salvation Army Community Rooms, 210 High St. Call Dennis 377-5355 or Martin (06) 372-7764. Girl Guiding: Brownies (7-10 years) 4.30-6pm. Guides (9-14 years) 5.307.30pm. Call Chrissy Warnock 372-7646. Self Defence/Ju Jitsu: 7.30-9pm, Masterton Judo & Ju Jitsu Academy, 149 Queen St. Call Simon (021) 248-6111. Karate: Masterton Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate-Do, 6.30pm, 49 Te Ore Ore Rd, Masterton. Call Steve or Sharron Riley 378-8814 or (027) 680-7738. Karate-Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Wairarapa Inc: Greytown: St John Hall, 73 Main St, at 6pm. Call Paul Cantwell (06) 308-9839 or (027) 376-9804.

TUESDAY,JUNE 27 Wairarapa Spinners & Weavers: Meet in the Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton, at 7pm. Call Trish 378-8775 or Lynette 377-0236. Masterton Toastmasters: Meet at the Carterton Convention Centre at 7.45pm. Call Lesley Hurst 378-8801. Alanon: A group for anyone affected by another’s drinking, meet at 6.30pm at Cameron Community House, Church St, Masterton. Call 0508 425-2666.

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. Sit & Be Fit: gentle chair exercises, 2-2.45pm, at St John’s Hall, Greytown. This is combined with Drop-in club. South Wairarapa Badminton Club: 7.30pm, at the Featherston Sports Stadium, Underhill Rd. Red Star Table Tennis Club: Meet 9am-noon, at Red Star Sports Association, 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call John 370-2511, or Hugh 377-4880. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 10am. Juesday Art: 10am-1pm Featherston Community Centre. Call Julia (06) 308-8977. Tai Chi for Health: 9.15-10.15am, St John’s Hall, Greytown. Ceroc Dance Classes: 8pm, Carterton School hall. Call Mandy (021) 238-4230 or check Facebook group Ceroc Wairarapa for more info. Carterton District Historical Society: 44 Holloway St, 2-4pm, or by appointment. Call 379-7150 or (027) 271-6280. 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: 9-noon, Belvedere Rd (next to Howard Booth Park). Call 379-7875. Dance Fitness Classes: Greytown, school terms only, with Justine Eldred at Kuranui College Dance Studio, 6.307.30pm. 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 370-8844. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficiaries Association: Meet for social indoor bowls, 500 cards, or a chat 1-3pm. Call Ngaire 377-0342. Free Community Fit Club: 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di (027) 498-7261. 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: Power 9am, 50s Forward 9.30am (at Lansdowne Park), Beginners 10am, 50s Forward 11am, Core 2pm, Power 5.30pm at Bodymind Pilates, 6 Queen St, Masterton. Call 370-1121. Karate Classes for Children: Masterton Okinawan Goju Ryu KarateDo. 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-

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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 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) 3.455pm. Call Chrissy Warnock 372-7646. Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association Croquet at 1pm for 1.15pm start at clubrooms behind the Clock Tower, Carterton. Call Helen Smith (06) 3048840 or Stella Smith 379-9259. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf croquet 9.15am, behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Norma Wilton 377-3165.

WEDNESDAY,JUNE 28 Proposed United Wairarapa Heritage Group: Meeting at 7pm, at St Andrew’s Union Church, Main St, Greytown. All welcome. Call Frank Minehan (06) 304-8151, David Kernohan 379-8549. Housie: Eyes down at 7pm, Martinborough Bowling Club, Regent St, Martinborough. Ukulele Classes: 1-3pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Neil (06) 308-9341. Featherston Amateur Wrestling Gym: 52 Fitzherbert St (behind Totem), kids wrestling classes, term time only, 5.30pm, 5 to 8 years, 6.15pm, 8 and over, first class free. Call Dannii (027) 920-6751. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficiaries Club: Craft and chat afternoon 1-3pm, bring your crafts or just come for some company, Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Whakaoriori Shufflers: 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, 9.3011am, at St David’s Church, corner High and Victoria Sts, Carterton. Call Lorna or Abby 379-8325. Longbush Playgroup: 9.30am-noon, school terms only, 1135 Longbush Rd, Masterton. Call Eileen (06) 372-7861. Westside Playcentre: 9-noon, 165 Renall St, Masterton. Call 378-2224. Martinborough Playcentre: 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) 333-1793. 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: 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. 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, 3725758, or Ann Duckett, 378-8285. Yoga Works: Masterton 5.30pm. Call Robyn 377-1802. Pilates: Core 9am, 50s Forward 11am, Core 5.30pm, Beginners 6.30pm at Bodymind Pilates, 6 Queen St, Masterton. Call 370-1121. 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) 1764296. Call 370-1121. Beginners Yoga: 9am, Carterton. Call Odette (021) 180-9452. 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 378-8814 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: 10amnoon, 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 KarateDo 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. * To have an event listed please email event@age.co.nz

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Garden

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Wairarapa Midweek

Moth orchids a pretty investment Phalaenopsis orchids, more commonly known as ‘Moth’ orchids, are native to tropical Asia and are a stunning type of orchid that make a beautiful potted plant. The flowers are long lasting and moth orchids can live for many years, so they’re a worthwhile and very pretty investment. It’s like receiving a bunch of flowers every day for weeks! The long, fragile looking flower spike can make moth orchids appear daunting to care for, however by using a few simple steps they can be an easy and rewarding plant to grow and can even re-flower for you. • Moth orchids naturally grow within the canopy of trees, attached to tree trunks. When grown in a pot, they need the same free draining environment so are planted into chunky, well drained orchid mix and often their roots will grow spiderlike out and over the edge of the pot, similar to the way they would grow over and around tree trunks in the wild. • They love humidity and bright but indirect light. Don’t place moth orchids next to an air conditioner, heater or hot westerly facing window.

A Moth Orchid. PHOTO/GETTY IMAGES

• Every one to two weeks, water the orchid below the foliage, as moisture pooling in the crown or remaining on the leaves can encourage disease. A small watering can with a narrow spout is ideal. Overwatering can lead to the demise of your lovely orchid, so allow it to almost dry out between waterings. During particularly hot and dry weather, the overhanging roots can be misted with water every day. • You can sit your potted moth orchid on a saucer that’s ﬁlled with pebbles and regularly add water to the saucer. This

creates a more humid environment around the plant but doesn’t allow the roots to be permanently sitting in water. • To keep moth orchids well-nourished and give them the best chance to re-bloom, they should be fed regularly with an orchid food like Yates® Thrive® Orchid Liquid Plant Food, which has been specially designed to promote beautiful flowers and healthy green leaves. Any excess diluted fertiliser can be used to feed other flowering plants. • Moth orchids are usually sold with their flower spike supported by a small stake. Keep this stake even after the flowers fade, as it can be used again for the next flowering season. • Cooler temperatures at night encourage the development of flower spikes so look out for newly developing flower spikes in autumn. • Monitor moth orchids for sap sucking insect pests like scale and mealybug, which can deplete plants, cause leaf yellowing and promote the growth of sooty mould fungus. Spraying the foliage with Confidor® will help keep these insect pests under control. • Klare, one of Yates’ fantastic horticulturists (and self confessed orchid fanatic) shares this top moth orchid tip: after flowering, encourage more flowers by pruning the flower spike back to just above the second node from the base. A new branch will then emerge from that point, together with flower buds.

Bird’s Nest Ferns Asplenium australasicum and Asplenium nidus are commonly known as ‘Bird’s nest ferns’. In their natural habitat they’re found in moist and sheltered forests where they grow on trees or rocks but are happy to grow in urban settings in protected gardens and also indoors. Bird’s nest ferns have a striking upright vase shape which adds structural interest and with green fronds reaching up to 1.5m long can create a wonderful garden focal point. Birds nest ferns look at home in both tropical or rainforest themed gardens and make a beautiful leafy indoor potted plant or inclusion in a vertical green wall. They can also be used in kokedama

(Japanese moss ball) creations where they look delightfully like a pineapple! Moist, well-drained soil is a must for these ferns and they prefer a full shade or partly shaded spot that is protected from frost, strong winds and harsh afternoon sun. They can be grown in cool zones if a protected microclimate can be created. Bird’s nest ferns can be given a feed each spring and autumn with Yates® Dynamic Lifter® Organic Plant Food, which gently releases organic nutrients to promote healthy fern growth. Water ferns regularly and mulching around the root zone with organic mulch, like bark chips, will help keep the soil moist and also add valuable organic matter to the soil as it breaks down.

Bird’s Nest Fern. PHOTO/GETTY IMAGES

Burnt orange bidens Bidens area a group of hardy plants in the daisy family that can bring bright warm colours into the garden. In the Bidens range from Proven Winners (www.provenwinners.co.nz) the golden yellow varieties ‘Tweety’ and ‘Goldilocks Rocks’ are now joined by the rich burnt orange ‘Campfire’. Its flowers emerge deep orange red and mature to bicolour yellow and orange. ‘Campfire’ is a vigorous plant, growing to around 20 to 30 cm tall and is heat and dry tolerant. Cooler temperatures will help promote the burnt orange tones. In warm areas, bidens can flower from winter through into spring and summer and in cool zones bidens look their best during the warmer months. Bidens ‘Campfire’ loves a full sun spot in a garden bed and looks fantastic when planted along the edge of a retaining wall. ‘Campfire’ also looks stunning when grown in a pot and when combined with other ‘hot coloured’ flowers and foliage, makes a real statement.

In warm areas, bidens can ˜ ower from winter through into spring and summer and in cool zones bidens look their best during the warmer months. Try Bidens ‘Campfire’ with yellow or orange petunias or calibrachoa and create a fireball of colour like the container recipe from Proven Winners (www. provenwinners.com) below left called ‘Honeybelle’ or throw colour caution to the wind and go crazy by mixing ‘Campfire’ with purple or blue lobelia. When planting Bidens ‘Campfire’ into pots or hanging baskets, start with a good quality potting mix like Yates® Premium Potting Mix and feed each week with Yates Thrive® Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food. It’s boosted with extra potassium, the key nutrient that encourages flowering. Lightly trim your colourful creation regularly, which will promote a tidier look and new flushes of flowers.

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Sport

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Wairarapa Midweek

Football takes off at Kuranui FOOTBALL BY JAKE BELESKI The number of Kuranui College students playing football has grown so rapidly in recent years that the school has had to put in an additional football pitch. The boys’ first XI team won the Wairarapa secondary schools trophy in 2014 and 2015, before losing in the final last year. They are unbeaten through their first four matches of this season, and coach Wayne Brasell said they were determined to win the competition again. “It’s definitely a goal to take the title. “I’ve been with the school for six years, and this could be my last, so it would be a nice way to finish.” The support of the community and school had been vital to keep promoting the sport in the region, he said. “Kuranui has been providing us with solid support over recent seasons and that’s been reflected in the results on the field and the number of students now playing the game. “There’s a good bunch of parents and college staff involved in setting the direction of all sports codes at the college so I know that football will keep improving.” Kuranui is fielding three boys’ teams and two girls’ teams for the 2017 season, with the first XI girls’ team also making an early statement with their strong form.

The growth of the sport at the school is reflected in Capital Football reporting a steady rise in junior playing numbers in the Wellington/Wairarapa region over the last three years. In 2015, there were 6607 junior players registered, and in 2016 that number grew to 6802. Kuranui will head to the New Zealand secondary schools football tournament for the first time in September, and Brasell said it had been a dream to get the boys to that tournament. “The boys have a fantastic team spirit and enjoy being together. “I know they can’t wait to get away and challenge themselves on the pitch against what will be some very tough college sides from around the country.” Assistant coach Minty Hunter said there had been a “huge push” to raise the profile and success of sport at the school, with a committee being formed last year and regular meetings occurring. “As the liaising Kuranui board of trustees member, I’m ecstatic with the progress and the efforts coming from our community. “Numbers continue to grow, reflected in the three boys’ teams being oversubscribed, our first year with two women’s teams, and now having two fields set up for football to cope with demand.”

Lincoln Williams in action for Kuranui College.

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

WORDSEARCH

BUMPER WORDFIT

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Can you find all the words hidden in the grid? Read backwards or forwards, up or down, or diagonally. The words will always be in a straight line. Cross them off the list as you find them.

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Wairarapa Midweek

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2017 COMMUNITY GRANTS OPENING 3RD JULY Local Community Grants Fund The Local Community Grants Fund is to support local Carterton groups and organisations where their activities will benefit the Carterton community. Wairarapa Wide Regional Grants Fund The Wairarapa Wide Regional Grants Fund supports groups and organisations where their activities have wider benefits than just the Carterton community. When allocating this fund, support will also be provided by at least one other Wairarapa Council. Application forms and funding criteria are available by: * Collection at the Carterton Events Centre, Holloway Street, Carterton * Contacting Gerry Brooking on 06 379 4030 or gerry@cdc.govt.nz * Download from the Carterton District Council website www.cdc.govt.nz www.cdc.govt.nz

Due to continued growth and our current apprentices nearing completion of their apprenticeships we have a vacancy for an Apprentice Carpenter to join our multi award winning team based in Masterton. We are a small family business specialising in new residential builds, alterations and commercial projects offering a variety of building work to the successful applicant. If you: • Have completed 4 years’ secondary education; • Have achieved NCEA Level 2 in Maths and English; • Can commit to an 8000-hour carpentry apprenticeship; • Are reliable and punctual; • Are a team player with a great attitude; • Consent to a Police Check; • Pass a drug test; • Have a current drivers licence; • Are wanting a long term, stable relationship with a reputable employer Then we would like to hear from you! Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid work visa. For confidential enquiry please apply via email with a copy of your CV and a covering letter to: John Hymers Email: office@borman.co.nz Phone: 027 448 0192 D R Borman Ltd 221 High Street Masterton www.borman.co.nz

ACCOUNTANT – Masterton We are a well respected chartered accounting business based in Masterton. We require someone of high calibre to perform accounting tasks. We are looking for that dynamic, energetic someone with initiative who can prepare a range of financial statements and compliance returns, assist clients in the use of their accounting software and maintain a positive working relationship with our clients and other team members. We don’t expect you to be a qualified accountant, but you will have experience in a Chartered accountancy practice. Strengths in communication and relationship management together with analytical skills relative to your accounting skill set are important for this role. You will have a good eye for detail, be able to effectively manage your time and have excellent oral and written communication skills. The role will involve: • Undertaking monthly and year end financial accounting work • Preparing and filing IR/Tax information, including GST/FBT returns • Completing client periodics • Planning, preparing and reporting client financials • Budgeting and cash flow • Perform other ad hoc duties as required within the business The person we require will: • Have knowledge of NZ income tax laws • Be detail oriented and productive • Be experienced with accounting software such as Cash Manager, Xero, APS, Banklink,, MYOB • Have strong excel skills What we offer you: • Competitive remuneration • Your own new office, with dual screens • Unlimited training opportunities This is a fulltime position based in Masterton. Email your CV, in strict confidence, to Steve Lewis, Operations Manager, steve.lewis@markhams.co.nz Closing date: 5th July 2017

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Watts & Hughes Construction Carpenters Wanted We currently have positions available for full time experienced and qualified carpenters to join our team in Masterton. If you’re motivated, ambitious, looking for a new challenge or just a change we would like to hear from you. This is a Wages position which offers an excellent hourly rate of $35/hr to experienced and motivated carpenters who take pride in their work.

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Cottage gift recognised A benefactor of Cobblestones Museum was remembered in Greytown on Saturday with a plaque unveiled in her honour. Members of the Jaycees and of Friends of Cobblestones gathered for the unveiling of a plaque recognising Stella Bull, who donated the Settlers Cottage to the museum. Jade Cvetkov was there.

Descendants Jan Eagle, David Bull and Abbie Bull with the plaque.

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The Jaycees ,who were the originators of Cobblestones Museum. The plaque remembers Stella Bull.

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The Martinborough Museum is set to open for extended hours to accommodate tourists for the Lions Tour of New Zealand this month. Spokesman Peter Jenkins said the museum will be open every day from yesterday, June 20, until July 2, from 11.30am to 3.30pm. Mr Jenkins said many businesses in the town were decorating their shops to celebrate the tour.

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Upsets galore in Tui Cup RUBGY

BY GARY CAFFELL The form book meant very little in Saturday’s round of Tui Cup premier division rugby competition with three of the matches producing what could be labelled as upset results. East Coast was the biggest surprise packet, chalking up their very first win of the season with a 22-15 victory over Pioneer at Whareama, while Marist edged out defending champions Greytown 35-32 at Memorial Park and Eketahuna did a decent hatchet job on Carterton, winning that fixture at Eketahuna by a decisive 41-27. All that mayhem left Gladstone’s win over Martinborough as the only predictable outcome and there was precious little in their clash, Gladstone winning 20-16. With just four preliminary round matches to go before the top four playoffs Gladstone lead the competition table with 41 points, followed by Greytown 36, Marist 28, Pioneer 27, Carterton 26, Martinborough 25, Eketahuna 24 and East Coast 5. How appropriate it was that lock James Goodger should kick the last minute penalty which gave Marist their njarrow win over Greytown in what was a pulsating match played on the artificial turf at Memorial Park. Goodger, a regular member of the Wairarapa-Bush squad over recent seasons and a New Zealand Heartland and New Zealand Marist representative, was a hugely influential player in a game which

produced some of the most entertaining rugby played at headquarters all season. The spring-heeled Goodger was clearly the best lineout forward on the paddock, often being literally head and shoulders above his opponents in that department, a punishing runner in broken play and his tackle rate was probably the highest of both sides. Greytown went out to a 21-7 advantage in the first half and the defending champions looked set to secure a comfortable victory but Marist weathered that storm and were superior enough in the second half to suggest the final score was probably a fair enough indication of the overall merits of the two sides. It would be wrong too to leave the impression that this was something of a one-man show for Marist with Goodger leading the band and the rest trailing well behind. In veteran prop Ben Couch and Liam Devine, they had a couple of other forwards who were also huge contributors and youngster Ryan Hargood continued to display the promise which surely has him earmarked for higher honours, particularly at age group levels. In the backs too, Marist had some special performers, none more so than speedy winger Soli Malatai who was a thorn in the side of the Greytown defence. Leo Eneliko ran with strength and purpose in midfield and fullback Pua Tafa positioned himself well in defensive situations and set up a Malatai try with a clever kick. Greytown certainly played their part in making the game so entertaining. Like

Ryan Hargood of Marist tackles Greytown’s Tavita Isaac, Marist vs Greytown at Memorial Park. PHOTO/JADE CVETKOV.

Marist, they placed the emphasis on attack and a couple of their tries were spectacular affairs covering more than half the length of the field but they would be disappointed at losing after getting out to such a decent lead. A handful of defensive lapses were especially costly although they did have reason to claim that the awkward bounce of the ball didn’t exactly aid their cause at crucial times either. Stand-in skipper, flanker Chaz

Matthews, was dynamic in the loose for Greytown, in fact second only to Goodger for our player of the match award. Prop Nick Hohepa was typically diligent in the tighter exchanges and the same could be said of lock Regan Pope. Halfback Hamish Meyrick provided a quick and accurate service to his outsides, Raymond Oakley was good value in midfield and Kingi Kaiwai’s experience was always evident, first at fullback and then at first-five.

Strong message sent by Dalefield women HOCKEY

BY GARY CAFFELL Dalefield produced their best display of the season to topple competition leaders Harbour City 3-1 in their Wellington premier division women’s hockey match at the National Hockey Stadium on Saturday. In a fast-paced match which produced high quality of hockey, Dalefield deservedly took the spoils through goals to Morgan Percy, Jenna Anderson and Brigette Mossman and sent a clear message that a second successive premier division title was well within their capabilities. Coach Michael O’Connor was delighted with the Dalefield effort, saying his team had worked the ball well on attack and, just as importantly, showed excellent composure and discipline on defence, an

There was nothing in it, I think both sides could feel pretty happy with how they played. area in which goalkeeper Sarah Crofoot was outstanding, making several fine saves. “They (Harbour City) threw everything at us but defensively we were very solid, that was probably the main key to the win,” O’Connor said, adding that every single player had proved their worth. “We had four subs and nothing changed when they came on, the intensity

was there all the way through.” Harbour City still lead the points table with 26 but Dalefield are now just 2pts in arrears on 24, followed by Victoria University 23, Eastern Hutt 17, Karori 10, Kapiti 9 and Indians and Toa both on 3. The Dalefield men’s team had their expected battle royal with Hutt in their Wellington premier division match also played at the National Hockey Stadium with coach Willie Schaefer labelling the 2-2 draw as a fair enough indication of the merits of the two teams. “There was nothing in it, I think both sides could feel pretty happy with how they played, “Schaefer said. “We did create a couple of prime scoring chances late in the game which we didn’t convert but they probably felt they should have put another couple away as well.” All the goals came in a first-half which

saw Dalefield take the lead twice at 1-0 and 2-1. Both their goals were scored by Dane Lett who had an impressive game along with goalkeeper John Forsyth Hutt head the points table with 24, followed by Dalefield 22, Northern United 21, Victoria University and Harbour City 16, Indians 12, Naenae 3 and Karori 0. Saturday’s match also doubled as a Conference Cup encounter and because of that, a shootout was played at the end of regulation time to find a winner and Dalefield prevailed there 4-2, thanks to two fine Forsyth saves. That gave them two points on the competition table and Hutt one point. Hutt has the inside running to win the inaugural edition of this competition, a victory over Mid Central next weekend guaranteeing them that distinction.

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