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Anisha Satya One student. A stage technician, a musician, director and filmmaker. All while sitting NCEA level 3. Thorin Williams is a year 13 student at Wairarapa College and has made a name for himself as one of the college’s finest entertainers, leaders and mentors. Simply put, one of the college’s finest. A Wairarapa-born boy, Thorin attended Solway Primary and Masterton Intermediate School [MIS]. His exposure to guitar and music at a young age saw Thorin develop an eye and ear for all things performance. It

was after occasionally assisting with MIS’s stage lighting and sound that he began to explore this gift. “Nobody did it at MIS. I sort of just said ‘How does this work?’.” Parents, Tony and Rochelle Williams, have long supported Thorin’s pursuit of a performance pathway. “Both my mum and dad encouraged me to do music. They got me into guitar lessons when I was four.” Marian Williams, his grandmother [known by most as ‘Gran’], has also been instrumental in his upbringing. Having involved herself in Thorin’s chocolate business, ‘Thorin’s Treats’,

and showing support for his musical endeavours, Gran has helped Thorin build the resolve required for leadership. After receiving the McCormick Boys Cup at his MIS prizegiving, it became apparent to those around him that Thorin was destined for leadership. Wairarapa College saw a quietly eager, fresh-out-out-ofintermediate Thorin begin his college career by forming a year 9 band, and in year 10, he joined Wairarapa College’s tech crew. Now, four years on, he has obtained the title of tech crew’s director, and his three-man band holds the title of twotime regional champions of

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the SmokeFree RockQuest Competition. Over the course of ﬁve years, coordinating events, acting in shows, and performing as lead singer and guitarist in his rock band, Signs of Life, Wairarapa College’s stage has become somewhat of a second home to Thorin. In preparation for his departure from college, come year’s end, Thorin has taken junior students under his wing to learn the ropes in stage tech. He’s also helping cultivate new musicians, ﬁlmmakers, and actors through the more than 15 college groups he has joined. Always the humble role model, Thorin refuses to

claim sole responsibilty for his successes. “I consider myself to not be a very strong leader. I’ve been encouraged by a lot of people to keep going.” Victoria University of Wellington is Thorin’s ﬁrst choice to study at, though he’s weighing up all his options. “[Music is] exactly what I want to do as a career; I want to be a professional musician.” No matter where he attends, one thing is certain: with his ear for music, eye for lighting, head for mentorship and heart for people, there’s no doubt Thorin will lead a charge at whichever university winds up lucky enough to have him.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Local News Wairarapa Midweek

Value ‘The politics of enough’

Lisa Urbani

Each week, the Wairarapa Midweek will profile one of Wairarapa’s political candidates. This week, LISA URBANI talks with Celia Wade-Brown. Wairarapa Green Party candidate Celia Wade-Brown is a rarity in public life and politics. Recently, she gave a talk about her life at 3Mile coworking space in Carterton, as part of the Wairarapa Women in Business 3rd Friday meetup, and her authenticity is her strength. She is frank, funny and forthright, in a very uncomplicated, relatable way. As she herself put it, “nothing I say is confidential.” For all present it was interesting to learn of her humble beginnings in a council flat in London in the 1950s, an only child –[she later discovered some half-siblings] – born in St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, the very same hospital Royals have their offspring in, although she pointed out with a laugh that she was not born in the posh private wing. Her father was an engineer and strongly encouraged her interest in science, making sure she had a chemistry set, and even a train set as their flat looked onto the train line, and the smoggy, sooty steam trains were a source of fascination for her growing up. The family only acquired a car and a television set when she was seven, so it was a simple, frugal upbringing, with hand-made clothes and cultivating and

Celia Wade-Brown, Green Party candidate for Wairarapa.

I am excited by difference rather than frightened by it, it helps me connect with a lot more people. propagating seeds with her grandmother. Reading and learning was a pleasurable pasttime for her, and walks in Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens awakened her love of nature. It was a happy and loving childhood with diverse friendships. As she said, “I am excited by difference rather than frightened by it, it helps me connect with a lot more people”. This has always been her philosophy, openness to new ideas, even in political life. “It would be awful if everyone elected had the same view.” But Celia had her rebellious side as well, as evidenced by her schooldays when she wanted to enter a nude painting of Salome in an art competition, but her artistic endeavour was deemed most unsuitable by

Celia planting trees on her Duntulm Farm.

censorship that amazed her. Uniforms were not her friend either and she drew parallels with the criticism she occasionally received as Mayor of Wellington for her outfit choices, though when she famously cycled to meet Hillary Clinton she wore a smart dress suit. After completing her A Levels in Science at school, through connections of her godmother she ended up in Ghana as a Lab Assistant at a girl’s’ school, after inheriting 100 pounds to help her travel – a princely sum in the 1970s. Meeting and socialising with Ghanaians and ex-pats;, Americans, Canadians, French and

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Lebanese, a real mix of cultures, was an eyeopener, as well as realising how limited the laboratory conditions were, compared to her own school. It was an adventurous time, night-clubbing in Cote d’Ivoire, visiting Mali, and later realising that she had inadvertently stayed in a brothel. Soon, she found herself back in the UK, studying at Nottingham University, majoring in Politics and English. Equipped with a good sense of logic, thanks to her Philosophy studies, her first job was at IBM, even though she had never touched a computer. It was well paid work and good experience of a multinational corporation. Following IBM, she found herself in a small consulting firm, working on actuarial tables for insurance companies. Later training as a teacher, she married and emigrated to New Zealand in 1983. Celia’s contribution as a city councillor and eventually Mayor of Wellington is well documented. There were many lessons

Celia Wade-Brown on her cycle tour of New Zealand. PHOTO/FILE

to be learned along the way in politics – being comfortable in herself, not taking criticism too personally, even considering if there was a point to be learnt, having a sense of humour, and people who kept her grounded, being careful of false friends. She particularly enjoys the cultural events she attends, such as the recent Matariki ceremony which was enacted for the first time in 200 years at Lake Wairarapa. Citizenship ceremonies were also special to her as “joyful occasions for new Kiwis.” There are exciting international functions, Rugby World Cups and Royal visits, with a supportive husband and family who are happy to let her be in the limelight, but also to accompany her when needed. She said you have to be realistic, and her “strategy was always to go for what was achievable and also have some big audacious goals.” Personal resilience was very much needed in her roles, and at 64, her passion for life, for nature,

for service to others, and her energy to explore our beautiful country – having walked and cycled the length and breadth of New Zealand – puts many of us to shame. Grounded by values established as a child, and mindful of the lessons she learned along the way, her home at Duntulm Carbon Farm, in the Mangatarere Valley is her sanctuary. The 250 hectares is a haven for propagating and planting native trees under a Permanent Forest Sink Initiative covenant on regrowth, for predator control and honeybees, for carbon credits, and relaxing with family away from the demands of political life. As Green Party candidate for Wairarapa, she says the diversity of the party – with Chloe Swarbrick being the youngest MP, and Dr Elizabeth Kerekere who is both part of the Rainbow community and Maori – makes her feel “supported to be yourself”. • Next week, Midweek will profile ACT candidate for Wairarapa Roger Greenslade.

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Government gives $11.3 million Arthur Hawkes Finance Minister Grant Robertson travelled to Hood Aerodrome in Masterton last week to announce a $10 million funding package for the airport, as well as $1.3m in funding to pay for Masterton’s skatepark revamp. The aerodrome upgrade, totalling $17m, would widen and extend the runway, including the realigning of the road and the purchasing of strategic land. It would also extend the taxiway and apron, upgrade the lighting, improve effluent, water and power on site, and fund increased security and Civil Aviation Authority [CAA] certification. Robertson said the funding would transform the aerodrome “into a modern, functional airport, with capacity for growth beyond its current activity”. Work would begin on the project this year, with initial construction generating 53 new jobs for local people. A total of 200 employment opportunities would become available once the airport was fully operational. “This particular fund was borne out of the need to get activity going in the wake of covid-19, so we went looking for projects that were ready to go, that were also going to provide a lot of spin-off benefits as well,”

Labour list MP Kieran McAnulty, left, SWDC Mayor Alex Beijen, Finance Minister Grant Robertson, MDC Mayor Lyn Patterson, and Defence Minister Ron Mark stand in front of some of Peter Jackson’s WWI planes after the announcement of Hood Aerodrome’s $10 million funding package. PHOTO/ARTHUR HAWKES

Robertson said. “We’re going to be able to start work here before the end of the year, and we’re going to deliver jobs, so it ticked all the boxes.” Defence Minister Ron Mark said he was very positive about the revamp and what it would bring to Wairarapa. “For those of us that live here and want to see this region develop and grow, these projects are really important.” Mark added that the upgrades would improve the viability for a commercial airline to start

We’re going to be able to start work here before the end of the year, and we’re going to deliver jobs, so it ticked all the boxes. operating from Masterton – something that he had advocated for since he was the mayor of Carterton. “We’re back in a good space again. What I’m really keen to see is an airline recommence regional flights from Masterton to Auckland. “This announcement makes it now viable for an airline to come into it.

Once the runway is widened, once the infrastructure is put in, once they’ve got CAA approval, it changes the whole ball game.” Labour list MP Kieran McAnulty said his proximity to ministers as junior whip meant that he was able to arrange a number of meetings with local people like

Bob Francis and Dame Margaret Bazley – particularly during the Labour caucus in Martinborough – which helped key local projects get government exposure. “We met with the ministers about the water storage scheme and we’ve achieved that, and we met about the rail and we’ve achieved that, and we’ve met about this and now it’s come to fruition. “I’m absolutely delighted today, but it really is a great team effort, it’s a really good team story, and one I think Wairarapa should be

proud of - everyone pitched in.” Mark Johnston, chief executive of Life Flight, said he was very positive about the changes to the airport, which would allow for safer rescue and air ambulance operations. “It’s good for us – we fly here several times a week, both in our fixed-wing air ambulance planes, and in our Westpac rescue chopper that we operate out of Wellington airport. “Often in Masterton, the weather can be a challenge, and the airfield itself, given not just the length but the width of the runway, can be a little bit of a challenge as well.” Johnston said Life Flight pilots were going to be “really happy” with the infrastructure changes, which would make the life-saving flights easier to operate. While the aerodrome took centre stage, Mayor Lyn Patterson said she was also delighted about Robertson’s announcement that the government would be funding the skatepark. Prior to the news, Masterton District Council had prepared to source the needed funding from elsewhere. “I’m really excited about it, and quite a lot of our youth have been involved in that, so this is about them as well,” Patterson said. “I’m really thrilled for our youth and for our young ones.”

Break-in spike is frustrating for car owners Karen Coltman More than 20 car breakins over the last couple of weeks have kept Masterton businesses, Ziggy’s Glass and Ewen Glass, busier than normal. Back seat windows have taken a hammering from thieves, usually the quarter glass section being the target. Ziggy’s Glass owner Simon O’Donoghue said his crew had 10 quarter

glass replacements to do in the past two weeks, all of which the car owner said were needed because of a break-in. “There has been an influx of this lately, but car break-in patterns come and go,” O’Donoghue said. “The ones that break the glass have a total disrespect for other people’s property.” Some of the victims don’t have glass insurance

for their vehicle so not only have they been robbed of personal items, they have to pay for the damage done, he said, adding that paint work around the glass was often scratched at the time of the break-in. Owner of Ewen Glass, Peter Ewen has been in the business for more than 30 years and had also experienced an increase of vehicle glass repairs because of break-ins.

He agreed there has been a “bad run” of it lately. During the school holidays it had spiked, and one client was told police identified a couple of teenagers who had done at least one of the recent break-ins. He said two elderly women customers found the break-ins and theft particularly upsetting. “It does cause stress and

inconvenience,” Ewen said. “The young ones doing this cause quite a bit of trouble really. It affects people’s lives quite dramatically because their car is unusable while being repaired and before the glass arrives, a temporary fix does not secure the vehicle.” A long-time employee at Ewen Glass said children breaking into cars was an ongoing problem

in Masterton. She said nothing changed to curb the behaviour because the break-ins were often done by minors. A few years ago a 9-year-old boy smashed 11 cars in Solway but to her knowledge there were no consequences. Parents should be supervising their children better, and police should take action to deter teenagers from doing it, she said.

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home with her family, sleeping in her warm comfortable bed and appreciating being able to snack on her favourite bananas. She was covered in brambles and needed some grooming, but will make a full recovery after her ordeal, thanks to Jimmy and Tina. The Chong family were very relieved that she was found, and wanted to express their gratitude to the community. Many people rang and oﬀered support or helped to look for Coco, but of course their biggest thanks goes to Jimmy, ace detective and his owner Tina, without whom, Coco’s adventure might not have had a happy ending. • The due date for dog registration is July 31 and this year it may not cost owners a cent. • There are six chances to win a refund of their registration fee, as all dogs registered by the date can go in the draw.

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Miracle Room, brave and bold Lisa Urbani I heard it through the grapevine. The artist grapevine, specifically, Madeleine Slavick, artist and photographer, who told me I simply had to see it. The Miracle Room in Featherston is a gallery like no other. It’s possibly the smallest gallery in New Zealand, but the impact is huge. The stark white setting is a pristine backdrop for the large and colourful paintings – interpretations of Wairarapa scenes – by American and New Pacific Studio Artist in Residence and Masterton District Council Fellow Kerri McGill. She is delighted to hold her first exhibition in New Zealand in The Miracle Gallery. “It’s a hidden treasure and huge attribute for Featherston, a place that fosters art and music and encourages the experimental, it’s a cornerstone for contemporary culture.” Being so small is also an advantage in her eyes – “it allows the art to become an environment, an intimate space to experience an artist’s personal vision.” The proprietor of the gallery – Campbell Kneale

– philosopher, artist, musician, maker of pipes – is not a person to be defined in a category – his propensity for curiosity and creation, knows no bounds.

The Miracle Room is a place for miracles to happen, those inexplicable cracks between the gaps of reality and possibility, unlikely things – strange feats – the impossible. Growing up in Nelson, he said, he was always “drawn to anything mysterious, exotic, alien, weird and nonconventional, gravitating towards it with a desire to push the envelope.” Nothing is done by the book, he has no advertising strategy and marketing, no promotional propaganda, just “word of mouth” which he sees as being “valuable”. The art, in whatever form it takes, speaks for itself. His discerning eye as an art teacher at Heretaunga College for the past 21 years, and as a musician of world-repute, leads him to instinctively know what

Campbell Kneale in his gallery, ‘The Miracle Room’ in Featherston, with paintings by Kerri McGill. PHOTO/LISA URBANI

might capture the public imagination. The community buy-in and support has been huge since he opened 18 months ago and being somewhat “private” only enhances

the gallery’s reputation. Campbell said he was “a multi-disciplinary person whose creativity can’t be pigeon-holed”. Unusual, experimental music – arrangements of tone, sound, and texture

– “controlled spontaneity” in his words – earned him a huge following and international acclaim, with regular tours and performances, but about 10 years ago he needed a change and

discovered Featherston. His own artwork is about improvising, and he describes them as “abstract free form paintings”. Working hard has always been important for him and despite describing himself as an “impractical person” he decided to learn how to carve wooden pipes, and these beautifully crafted limitededition creations are very sought after. Campbell has been pleased to find a wealth of talented individuals in the Wairarapa art community and sees the gallery’s role as “facilitating a meeting of minds.” He would like to help artists make a living and open the space up to more possibilities such as concerts as well as visual art. Having hosted some already, he said it was “an intense close-up experience” for those who attended. “The Miracle Room is a place for miracles to happen, those inexplicable cracks between the gaps of reality and possibility, unlikely things – strange feats – the impossible.” • Visit The Miracle Room Facebook page for upcoming exhibitions and performances.

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‘Mind Fit Farmer’ for Farmlands Lisa Urbani

Carterton resident and personal development coach, Maree McManaway, is thrilled that Farmlands nationwide have decided to stock her ‘Mind Fit Farmer’ book aimed at helping farmers cope during difficult times. Mind Fit Farmer has 100 pages of many easy tools, techniques and support on how to manage daily rural life, for anyone aged 15 years and onwards. It offers personal stories of farming experiences, both in New Zealand and Australia and support information from www. farmstrong.co.nz which is a comprehensive quick find list of recommended rural support websites and directories. “Dealing with the

Farmers are part of the essential team, she said, so their welfare is important to the country.

complications of life, covid-19 blues, job-related stresses, relationship breakdowns or pressures, college kids rethinking their futures, and people second-guessing themselves are just some of the struggles people are facing,” says Maree. She hopes that her book will be a catalyst for farmers experiencing diﬃculties, to break down their barriers and initiate change. Having been in the dairy industry along with her husband Mark for 22 years, she fully understands the

challenges that farmers face and how often stubborn pride can prevent people from admitting they need help. She feels pleased that the book will reach people in need and is very grateful to Farmlands for giving her the opportunity. “Farmers are part of the essential team,” she said, “so their welfare is important to the country.” The idea is to take complicated situations and simplify them, she wants to ensure that depression can be dealt with by breaking down the mindset into a plan of action, that can result in healing, and a brighter future. • Anyone is welcome to join her facebook page, Maree McManaway or go to her website: www.lyf4u.co.nz

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3000 bookworms fossick and feast on books Karen Coltman

With elbows out and stomachs held in, thousands of keen readers squeezed past each other and rows of books at the huge Lions’ book sale at the Solway Showgrounds on the weekend. More than 3000 bookworms searched for

books and most people bought one and some people bought hundreds. The Masterton Host Waipoua Lions’ till rang constantly on Saturday and Sunday to the tune of about $7000. Most books were around one or two dollars each. Children’s books were popular as were books

on local history. “Yep, we’re rapt actually, this is up there with our top takings,” organiser Harold Devenport said. He thought the cold and wet weather would put purchasers oﬀ, but it didn’t. The ﬁrst day, an estimated 2000 people went to the Trade Hall No 2 venue and spent

nearly $5000. The most expensive purchase was an old book of native bird prints that sold for $125. Second-hand book sellers bought books too with one retailer paying for six banana boxes full and paying $600. One 88-year-old bought 25 books to “keep her

out of trouble”. She liked a variety of books but had many romance novels in her bag. The club runs three book sales a year, but the planned April sale was canned because of the covid-19 lockdown. But it had collected so many books that the Dannevirke Lions came down recently

to take away some to boost its book sale. Proceeds go to Lions’ selected charities and causes. Marching oﬀ with his books, Graeme Wallis’ last words to some of his bookworm friends was, “See you in the spring”. • The next Lions book sale is scheduled for October.

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Resilience focus of workshop Lisa Urbani A team is only as strong as its leader. This was very much the theme of the business resilience workshop held recently at the 3Mile coworking space in Carterton. Alyn and Tracey Higgins, a husband and wife team based in Carterton have 18 years each experience in human resources, industrial relations, and employment law, handling disputes and mediations and collective bargaining. They presented on the topic, “managing staff through uncertainty”, and offered many sound ideas. Essentially, communication is the “foundation of employment” and both parties need to act in “good faith”. Employers would do well to keep their workers informed and up to date with what is happening in the company, as workers are more willing to work with their employer if they know what is going on, and may even be able to offer some suggestions or solutions to any problems. Supporting the notion of encouraging people to come forward and ask questions, they said this can facilitate a collegial and constructive type

Alyn and Tracey Higgins at 3Mile Coworking space. PHOTO/ANISHA SATYA

of communication and relationship. “The tone is very much set from the top and an open-door policy creates the space for feedback,” Tracey said. Feedback could be valuable and should be listened to with an open mind and a willingness to respond accordingly. It was stressed that business leaders also had a duty of care to themselves

and should be making sure they were not overdoing things and were looking after their own wellbeing as they had their own lives and families to take care of in addition to their workers. The covid-19 lockdown only allowed businesses 48 hours to close down or make arrangements to work from home. This placed great pressure on businesses

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and workers. Businesses were affected in different ways, and leaders should not be afraid to reach out for help if needed, through professionals, networks or counselling. It was noted we are starting to see postlockdown-stress and in the business recovery there has been very little time to recharge. It is important for

businesses to assess what had been learned from the covid-19 lockdown and how they could respond to a similar situation. They felt it might be a time to really think about ways to support their employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. For example, parents with children at home for school holidays might need the option of working at

home for that time or a day off to have some me time now the kids are back at school. Basically, “communicating with employees with grace, kindness and understanding” was good way to manage in their estimation. • The full workshop is available to listen to online at www.3Mile. nz/resources

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ARTS FUNDING NOW OPEN Are you a Masterton creative doing great things in the arts? We have two funds open for applications right now. Funding can be used to support things like exhibitions, workshops, artist development, community participation in the arts and lots of other projects.

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MEETINGS NOTICE

THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS OF THE COUNCIL AND ITS COMMITTEES ARE SET DOWN FOR AUGUST 2020 5 August at Kiwi Room, Waiata House, 27 Lincoln Road, Masterton 3pm Council meeting 19 August at Kiwi Room, Waiata House, 27 Lincoln Road, Masterton 2pm Audit and Risk Committee 26 August at Kiwi Room, Waiata House, 27 Lincoln Road, Masterton 4pm Infrastructure and Services Committee Members of the public are welcome to attend these meetings and copies of the relevant order papers will be available for inspection at the reception desk, District Council Office, 161 Queen Street and at the Public Library, 54 Queen Street, two working days prior to the meeting. They are also available on the council website.

Previous recipients include groups like King Street Artworks, Masterton Theatre Company, ConArt, StarJam and Wairarapa Shakespeare. If you have a great project that would benefit from funding, start the application process today. You can find more information including application guides and forms on our website. Visit mstn.govt.nz and search ‘Grants’.

Opportunity for Public Comment At the beginning of the council meeting, a period is available for those who wish to speak or comment on any matter relevant to the meeting in question. Requests to speak at a meeting should be made to Harriet Kennedy, Governance Advisor/Committee Secretariat phone 370 6300 or email mdc@mstn.govt.nz at least one clear day before the meeting. Kathryn Ross - CHIEF EXECUTIVE 06 370 6300 - 8am to 5pm 06 378 7752 - 5pm to 8am (After hours) 161 Queen Street, PO Box 444, Masterton 5840 mdc@mstn.govt.nz WWW.MSTN.GOVT.NZ

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12 Wairarapa Midweek Opinion Wednesday, July 22, 2020 EDITORIAL

MIDWEEK PHOTOS

Opinion

Misty coloured lenses Princess Beatrice just got married, looking lovely in her Granny’s vintage dress, and it reminded me of 1983. I finished school in South Africa in 1982, and although I had a definite plan to study journalism at Rhodes University in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape – at the tender age of 17, my parents thought a gap year might be a good idea. The opportunity to be a Rotary Exchange student was mentioned in the local paper and I had to write an essay to apply, and go through several interviews. It was one of the most memorable years of my life, being culturally a big change from living in a large town of about 150,000, and moving to what was then a small town, Taupo – today it is much changed. Then I could walk around town during my lunchbreak and greet all the people by name. My four host families were very kind and generous to me and I

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Lisa Urbani think of them with such affection. I was in the 7th Form at Taupo-nui-a-Tia College and although I often travelled about and missed school, I enjoyed my time there and I even sat the English Bursary exam. 1983 was not very long after the 1981 Rugby Tour and although I was aware of the demonstrations that had occurred, it wasn’t until I was here that I really learned how it had affected New Zealand. Living on a sheep farm for four months was great fun, and I had many exciting experiences. Some lovely Rotarians visited our Taupo Club and invited me to spend time with them in Wellington, The local MP, Roger McClay was headed to the Beehive and I remember having to sit on his lap in

the taxi from the airport, as Bill Birch joined us and there wasn’t enough room – I must stress nothing untoward occurred. Lorraine Downes won the Miss Universe, at Wimbeldon Johan Kriek of South Africa battled Chris Lewis of New Zealand, Charles and Di came to visit, and my dear host Mom Elaine took me all the way to Tauranga for a glimpse of them. I was introduced to Prince Edward at Wanganui Collegiate – a Rotarian’s son was studying there – clearly, I made no impression, because here I am! Looking at the wedding pictures of Princess Beatrice made me think – it could have been so different ... I could have been a contender!

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STREET TALK

Where were you in 1983 and what were you doing? Angela Gregory At Cornwall Street school. Beth Copland Canterbury University, Christchurch... is lovely but there is no comparison with The Wai! Diane McMahon Going through a horrible divorce and trying to keep my children sane and safe.

Karen Roberts A parent of 6 & working part time. Desrae Beckett I was a 2-year-old terrorising my older brother. Richard Alan Dahlberg Working at General Plastics. Supporting five children. Jade Cvetkov I was 3! Probably running around a paddock thinking I was legit a horse.

Miss New Zealand Lorraine Downes enjoys her first day as Miss Universe after winning the crowning ceremonies on July 11, 1983. PHOTO/GETTY IMAGES

Jane Catherine Ross At Makoura College, wearing Nomads. Deraj Ataner Being a mischief 3-year-old.

detention for wearing the wrong colour Nomads.

Caroline Nyboer Getting married.

Brendon Corlett I would of only been a baby and maybe sleeping.

Robert Mackenzie At kuranui, getting

Kasey Harlen An egg.

Angela Hansen-mrs Blue Pregnant with our first child. Amanda Detté In my mother’s puku. Jonathan Hooker Working father of 4.

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14 Wairarapa Midweek Extra Wednesday, July 22, 2020 ARATOI VOICES

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Portrait of an artist If there was ever someone who fits the labels versatile and committed; it is Stephanie Chilcott. Stephanie, a Masterton resident since 2004, is the logistical powerhouse who drives the exhibitions Little Jewels and Wairarapa Arts Review, organised by the Friends of Aratoi. She spends hours each year working on databases and completing documentation so that these events run smoothly. Stephanie describes herself as a born-andbred Wellington girl. ‘I left Wellington to go to Elam School of Fine Arts in Auckland, where I was connected to the small Auckland art community in the 1970s. It was there that I developed my love of art history and New Zealand art.’ While in Auckland, Stephanie was involved in Tigermoth, an early boutique, and created her own fashion label, two pieces from which are in the Auckland Museum’s collection. She later spent five years in Melbourne working in tertiary education and has had other positions in various education fields in New Zealand

Stephanie Chilcott, right, with Julie Tulloch and Sophie McCoy, sponsor of the Highly PHOTO/SUPPLIED Commended Prize at the 2019 Wairarapa Art Review.

and abroad, designing and implementing training programmes and assessments. Stephanie’s association with Aratoi began soon after she moved to Wairarapa from Wellington, when friend Megan Campbell recommended her for weekend work at the gallery. Her job was to welcome visitors and engage with them about the collection and exhibitions

on display; something she still enjoys nowadays in her role as volunteer for Aratoi. After 18 months, Stephanie gave this up as she was working through the week. However, later, when asked if the house she had built with Melling Morse Architects, known as The Signal Box and winner of House of the Year 2008, could form part of the Friends of Aratoi’s Art and Architecture Tour, she agreed. She even pitched in

with the advertising for the event, using her design and technical skills to help out. Around 2016, Stephanie joined the Friends committee where she is valued not only for her important behind-thescenes work, but also for her contribution to the vibrant arts community in Masterton. Her versatility is further evident in her range of media, including photography, embroidery,

and printmaking. She has been associated with King Street Artworks and taken part in many exhibitions at Aratoi. Last year her work formed part of the Richard Reddaway exhibition and she was represented with two prints in the Under Pressure – Contemporary Wairarapa Printmaking exhibition. To cap off a busy and productive year, in December Stephanie won The Whole Nine Yards Highly Commended Award at the Wairarapa Art Review, a well-deserved award for someone so committed to the local art scene. • The Friends is made up of a group of people with wideranging backgrounds and interests, bound together by their commitment to the arts and its importance in the community. They consist of artists, people interested in working with Aratoi, and those just keen to mingle with others with similar interests. For more information visit the website, www.aratoi. org.nz

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A Tenancy Agreement is a contract between tenants and landlords. They must be in writing, but the Residential Tenancies Act still applies if there is no written agreement. The tenancy agreement applies from the start date of the tenancy [as listed in the agreement] until the tenancy ends. The office of Tenancy Services has a residential tenancy agreement

available from their website www.tenancy.govt.nz/ starting-a-tenancy They regularly update this agreement so please check you are using the latest version available when starting a tenancy, as older versions may not meet requirements. If you need help checking, we can do that for you at Wairarapa Citizens Advice Bureau and print the latest agreement out for you – please just ask us. Note that it is very important that tenants keep a copy of the tenancy agreement – you may need it to get your bond back.

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If a landlord charges a bond, they must lodge it with Tenancy Services within 23 working days. The maximum bond that can be charged is the equivalent of four weeks rent. The completed correct form will take around 10-15 working days to process at Tenancy Services (or refunds, five-10 working days). Once the bond is lodged, both parties will receive an acknowledgement which will include the bond number. The same people who sign the bond lodgement form need to sign the bond refund form when the tenancy ends. If any of the

signatures are missing or don’t match, there will be processing delays. If the landlord and tenant can’t agree on the refund amount, apply to the Tenancy Tribunal www. tenancy.govt.nz/disputes/ tribunal There is more information about bonds, including how to prevent problems with bonds on the Tenancy Service website. Again, we at CAB can print this off for you if you require – just ask us. Another service we offer at Wairarapa CAB is having JPs on duty: we have JPs available some days but please ring first re availability.

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Marriage for the long-haul My father had an aunt and uncle who were married for 74 years. They were both in their late 90s when they died. At their 70th anniversary lunch someone called out, “Joe, tell us what the secret is to a long and happy marriage”. Uncle Joe sat there for a wee while, stood up and said “earplugs” and sat down again to roars of laughter and someone else yelling out, “who for, you or her?” My wife and I will never reach the dizzy heights of having a marriage that long purely because we were married in our 30s and 40s respectively but it is, and will continue to be, a very happy marriage. One of our favourite ingredients in our recipe for marriage is laughter. We both have the same sense of humour but we also laugh at each other a lot too. A day doesn’t go past without one of us being in ﬁts of laughter about something. A well-known Wairarapa man died in his 90s. He and his wife had been married for 67 years. What a wonderful achievement. Whenever you saw him

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Graeme Burnard in town, she was always beside him. I don’t think I ever saw him on his own. Imagine spending 67 years together and then all of a sudden, one of you is gone. How do you adjust to that? That empty feeling must be excruciating. We have counselling to help keep marriages together but do we have anything to help people whose long marriage is suddenly over? Is grief counselling ever oﬀered in these situations. My Ma and Pa had a wonderful marriage too. Loved each other, but also the best of mates, who just enjoyed the pleasure of each other’s company. I am very lucky to have had their example to follow. The longest recorded marriage belongs to Herbert and Zelmyra Fisher of the USA. They were married for 87 years. They were both 105 years old when they died. He in 2011 and she in 2013. Masao Matsumoto and

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Christmas Fete to be run in November The gates of Rathkeale College will open to the public this November for its popular, annual Christmas Fete. Rathkeale College principal Martin O’Grady says the fete, to be held on Saturday, November 7, is a major highlight for the wider school community and over the years has become a “must-do” on the Wairarapa events calendar. “Since the Government has confirmed the move to level one, large public events can now take place. We are excited to confirm that on November 7 we will welcome visitors through our Rathkeale gates so they can enjoy a diverse range of colourful stalls, the smell of freshy cooked food and get plenty of festive inspiration at our annual Christmas Fete.” O’Grady said the fete is being held a week earlier than normal due to senior exams being held in the gymnasium. However, he has already had over 40 stall holders confirm their attendance and it is expected over 120 stall holders will sell their wares on the day. “As in previous years, we are hoping this event will bring lots of stall holders and visitors to the college who will then stay on in Wairarapa and do other activities that support our local businesses.” O’Grady said the fete is the school’s largest fundraising event for the year. “The Christmas Fete is an amazing collaboration between the Friends Association, our staff and students. “We are always thrilled that people can visit our beautiful

The 2019 Christmas Fete.

As in previous years, we are hoping this event will bring lots of stall holders and visitors to the college who will then stay on in Wairarapa and do other activities that support our local businesses. campus and enjoy the unique surroundings including the school gardens designed by Alfred Buxton, the Greek Amphitheatre and the 3km eco-trail. “Funds raised will to go towards purchasing equipment for our soon-to-be reopened Trust House Theatre, a wonderful asset utilised by the whole community.” Now in its 19th year, the

Rathkeale Christmas Fete is a fun day out for the whole family. A huge variety of stallholders sell festive decorations, clothing, art and books to flowers, toys and plants and those who love fossicking are in luck with second-hand clothing and book stalls. There will be a children’s area and plenty of gourmet food on offer as well as a crowdpleasing barbecue. Devonshire Tea served in the Rathkeale Homestead rose garden is a time-honoured tradition while fete-goers can also listen to live music performed by students at various times throughout the day. • Details: The Rathkeale Christmas Fete Saturday, November 7 9am-3pm Gold coin entry. Rathkeale College Masterton

“The soul of the sluggard (lazy man) desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat (rich)”. Proverbs 13:4 This is one of the many wise proverbs of the great king Solomon. This proverb shows us that when you are a hard worker and diligent in your work, you will be rewarded (generally speaking). This works the same way in knowing and experiencing God in your life. God said to Joshua in Joshua 1:8 “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.” God makes us a promise in this verse. When we make God’s Word, His law, part of us, and we are diligent to read and study the Bible and live a life that pleases God, we will be prosperous and have good success. God’s understanding of being prosperous or to have good success is different than we think it is.

The very next verse says “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” When we put our trust and hope in the Lord Jesus Christ, then we have the assurance that we don’t have to face anything on our own. God will be with us wherever we go and help us with whatever we face. If you really want to be prosperous and to have good success in this life and after this life, then you need to know what the Bible says. Do you see how important this is? I understand that some parts of the Bible are not easy to understand. I don’t know all the answers either. How can we, as human beings with limited understanding, understand the limitless God? I would love to help others with understanding the Bible. Why shouldn’t we read the Bible together and discuss it with each other? If you are interested, I would like to invite you to the Little Haven on Sunday,23rd August at 2pm. Afternoon tea will be served afterwards. Everyone is most welcome.

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Brightest planets and stars visible Sky Watch

Nick Sault People ask me if we are going to see comet Neowise. My answer is along the lines that reﬂect my disappointment at missing the brightest comet appearance for many years: if you are going to Europe or North America soon, you can get to see it. But, wait a minute, you can’t go because of that damned virus. One thing we do get this week is a planetary extravaganza. All ﬁve naked eye planets are visible in one sky, just about. Mercury is at greatest elongation, which means that the sunhugging mini-planet is at its widest separation from the sun. That means this week it is just peaking above the northeast horizon at around 6.45am. It will rise higher but so will the sun, so grab it at that time. Cross the entire heavens to the diametrically opposite southwest, where Saturn and Jupiter are heading down below the ranges. You

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mere 16 light years, is rising after 7pm. It’s the brightest star in Aquila the eagle, which always looks more like a crossbow to me. After 8pm, the brilliant blue-white Vega enters our hemisphere, but only just. Look in the northeast at that time. In the northwest, and easily seen high above the horizon, is the red giant Arcturus. I like to point to these favourites of northern hemisphere viewers, because since we can also see them, we get to see the top five brightest stars in the sky. They only see one, four and five. Arcturus is the fourth and Vega the fifth. Next week: The Southern Delta Aquarids.

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Wairarapa Mitsubishi wins Diamond Dealer Award 2020 The Covid-19 lockdown couldn’t manage to diminish the sense of occasion when Wairarapa Mitsubishi was announced as a recipient of Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand’s Diamond Dealers 2020 Award.

Daniel Cook, Chief Operating Officer for Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand, presented the awards at the event, saying that it takes strong teamwork to succeed and remarking that it was great to see first-time winners Brent and Tracey Cooper stirring up the competition.

Every year Mitsubishi Motors holds an awards evening to recognise the talent across its network of 56 dealers.

Both Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand and Wairarapa Mitsubishi were doing well until the lockdown.

Normally, Wairarapa Mitsubishi owners Brent and Tracey Cooper would have travelled up to Auckland for the event, but the lockdown put paid to those plans. Instead, all 17 of the staff got together in the showroom in Queen Street to watch the awards being streamed live, during which Wairarapa Mitsubishi was announced as one of eight dealers to receive the award. The Diamond Dealer Award recognises outstanding performance in every aspect of a businesses – sales, customer satisfaction, finance, service, and parts sales. This is not the first time Wairarapa Mitsubishi has featured in the national awards, Brent winning the Managing Director Of The Year Award in 2017.

The company had been on-track for another record sales year, and despite being derailed by covid towards the end of the financial year it retained third place in national sales, boosting its market share to 8.5 per cent.

But winning the Diamond Dealer Award is special as it is the pre-eminent award Mitsubishi Motors can bestow on its dealerships, and recognises the effort and commitment everyone involved with the business, Brent says. “No matter what role each staff member has, they all played a part in winning the award. From car

grooming to sales, you are only as strong as your weakest link. We are one family and couldn’t have achieved the award without being a team.” In particular, Brent thanks his wife Tracey. “We could not have won the award without her support at home, and Tracey fills in when people are sick or on leave. She’s in charge of the renovations currently going on in the showroom, dealing directly with the builders and tradespeople.”

Locally, Wairarapa Mitsubishi has been performing well, thanks in part to the popularity of the Triton ute, with the business growing its share of the market every year since Brent and Tracey took over the dealership in 2015. “Covid did affect us but since Level 3 we have not stopped. Parts and service fired straight out of the gate and not long after, sales picked up again to pre-lockdown levels,” says Brent. “No one knows the future but rest assured, we will be giving the same high level of service to customers in all departments for years to come.”

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Wairarapa Recovery Recovery The COVID-19 Pandemic has significantly impacted people in our region. Lockdown changed how we work, how we socialise and how we live. The three Wairarapa councils recognise the far-reaching impacts of COVID-19 and have banded together to provide support and assistance to our communities. Over the coming months the Wairarapa Recovery Team will be working hard to get new projects and initiatives up and running to support the growth and recovery of our region.

Wairarapa – a great place to live, work and play Wairarapa residents have a strong sense of community, we are resilient and look after each other in times of need. Our focus for recovery is about banding together, showing our pride for our region, looking after each other and looking after everything local. The Wairarapa Recovery Team has been set up to provide assistance and advice for restoring and enhancing our community’s social, economic, environmental and cultural wellbeing. Not-for-profit organisations, iwi-led

and community groups are all working together to focus on our wellbeing goals. As the Wairarapa Recovery Team develops further, we will get a better understanding of the key issues and opportunities facing the Wairarapa region. This will help us to better target activities to support recovery.

Proud to live here So many locals are doing awesome things in the Wairarapa. We are often asked by locals what they can do to support our communities through recovery. The simplest and easiest way is to support our local businesses by spending locally.

What else can you do to support recovery? • Give to our Foodbanks • Donate your time to local community groups • Get out and support our local tourism operators • Take advantage of our parks and reserves • Indulge in our amazing local food and wine • Pay it forward – tell others about our amazing people and places.

Want to know more? To find further information about recovery in your community please visit us at www.wairaraparecovery.nz

There you will find information on the shovel-ready projects getting underway in your area, council plans, funding information and links to other organisations that we are working closely with. The page is set up to receive submissions and requests. Your views, ideas and initiatives are important to us as we continue to develop our goals. Council is working closely with Business Wairarapa to gather valuable recovery information for small businesses. Our recovery support project aims to complement Central Government initiatives such as the wage subsidy scheme, mortgage holidays and business finance guarantee scheme.

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Rise early – win the day I’ve written about the benefits of rising early many times. I do it every day, as it gives me a time that I am on my own and it’s unlikely that I’ll be interrupted by anything other than my dog wanting to be fed. Watching The Daily Stoic YouTube channel I saw rising early being given another positive purpose, this being that it sets you up for winning the day. By this The Daily Stoic creator Ryan Holiday means that we are able to get those things done in the morning that are otherwise unlikely, or at least less likely, to happen if we wait until later in the day. This is because we are in control in the morning, the time isn’t for anything else as it’s unlikely that anyone else will be in contact with you, the time is yours to do as you choose. From a personal perspective getting up at 5.15am enables me to do my Daily Calm meditation, followed by reading, then writing (posts like this one), then I head off to the gym for my F45 class. I’m back at home by 7am, feeling like I’ve had a series of wins

Use your reading skill

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Tim Nelson before most people have even started the day.

Helping benefits

My morning read, Tuesdays With Morrie, is full of great life lessons. Each chapter has a message, with the one I read today sharing Morrie’s thoughts on giving more meaning to your life by being more aware of what really matters, especially having a purpose, with greater purpose being achieved by helping others. As I have written so many times before, there are so many ways in which we can achieve this goal; you could plan to do one small thing every day to help others, or you could plan one big event that will have a large impact; either is fine, both will give you purpose and while doing so will make the lives of others better. The key point here is that helping people helps the people who are helping.

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More advice from Morrie from the book that has his name, Tuesdays With Morrie, this time around the need to slow down and pay attention. This attention could be to the task at hand, the thing you are currently doing, or to the person you are interacting with. Morrie’s view was that too often while we are doing anything we are in a rush to do the next thing, thinking about the next step, as opposed to really being in the moment. Rather than always being a step ahead with our thoughts and actions we should instead be giving more value to what we are doing and the people we are with while it is happening. Morrie’s view was that this would lead to the task being done to a higher standard and the person you are interacting with feeling more valued.

I just saw a quote from Mark Twain about reading; it is as follows: ‘The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them’. I consider myself fortunate to be someone who genuinely enjoys reading, giving myself a huge advantage over those who can but don’t read. My reading includes personal development books, fiction, comics, in fact, pretty much anything, from Tintin to books on stoic philosophy. There are quite a few things I do that I don’t really enjoy, with one example being to get up at 5.15am each morning without at least one snooze on the alarm, especially at this time of year when it’s so cold. However, once I’m up it’s fine and I enjoy the time after it a great deal. I think the same could apply to others for reading ... just get through that first bit of choosing and starting the right book and I am sure you’ll become hooked, leading to the opportunity to learn so much.

More from my morning read, Tuesdays With Morrie. This time Morrie’s view on creating our own culture. By this Morrie meant a set of values to live by. His advice was

time helping others, more time doing the things we enjoy. Rather than falling into the trap of society expectations around a culture of consumption, we can create our own culture around the values that are truly important to us, that will also positively impact on others and our society as a whole.

Five-minute steps

In an interview with Dr Tara Swart on his Feel Better Live More podcast Dr Ranjan Chatterjee shared a process that we can all follow to make

some impact on our well-being in a way that isn’t overwhelming. His suggestion is to do five minute (or even less time) actions. For example, when many people look to get physically fit they’ll start with immediate big steps, such as joining a gym and planning to go for four hourlong workouts a week. Instead of doing this Dr Chatterjee suggests a five-minute workout that could be done at home. The same concept could be applied to reading more about a topic you’d like to learn about; start

to always follow the basic rules of society, such as traffic rules and other similar expectations, but in other ways we can set our own course. For example, the society we live in may have the expectation that we continuously upgrade our houses, moving to bigger homes as we earn more and perhaps our families grow, when in

by reading just a couple of pages a day – five minutes of reading. Imagine the impact you could have if you chose three areas to focus on, just 15 minutes a day, then consistently applied the five-minute theory. Before too long you’ll notice the progress you will have made, gaining a great sense of self-worth and a growing feeling of positive well-being. Start small for big long term progress and growth.

Moving forward

The book I have written, Small Steps to a Happy and Purposeful life, has two key words in the title, these being ‘small steps’. I have written many times about the need to take action, while at the same time not feeling that the only actions to take are big and lofty

steps that will lead to you getting to where you want to be a lot faster. My strong belief that the most effective approach is emphasised in this quote from Yung Pueblo that appeared in the Daily Calm meditation: ‘I am not fully healed, I am not fully wise, I am still on my way. What matters is that I am moving forward.’ If you do one thing today, regardless of how small it is, that leads you towards a goal then you are making progress. The point is to do something, even when life gets in the way. Look for options when a planned step can’t take place. Perhaps you can’t attend a scheduled gym class; replace this with another fitness activity, anything at all, but just do something to keep taking those small steps forward. • Tim Nelson is principal of Lakeview School and author of the book Small Steps for a happy and purposeful life. He endeavours to learn something new every day by reading books, listening to podcasts, and engaging with a wide range of other content.

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Whether you need a hard copy of your new contract, to print your own custom designed calendar, or restore a much-loved family photo, Chris Keane has got you covered. Chris opened Print Space, a print, copy and digitisation service, at 85 Fitzherbert St, in November last year.

It is 30 years since Featherston wrestler Robert Algie passed away from cancer. Since then, the Robert Algie Memorial Sports Trust has helped over 1000 young Wairarapa athletes achieve their goals.

Print Space offers a range of services including printing and scanning of various digital files, binding, laminating, digitising “old media” (such as film negatives and slides), printing images onto a calendar format, and taking passport photos. Chris learned the tricks of the printing and copying trade working for a large print retailer in Masterton - but decided to set up his own operation when he moved to Featherston to be closer to his partner.

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“I wanted to try something a bit different and there’s no one I know of in Featherston or Martinborough who offers this service so I thought I could fill that gap,” Chris says.

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“It’s been great working in Featherston: people are very friendly and communityminded, and there’s a real sense of togetherness. “Customers were very supportive and respectful over the different levels of lockdown, which made things easier.” Chris says the most regular services he offers are printing and scanning documents, printing building plans, and printing hard copies of digital photographs.

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This year the Trust wants to raise more money to continue this work. To help them, Fran Scott and Jacqui Jones of Professionals Featherston are donating $250 from every property sold towards this goal. Raised in Featherston where he belonged to the Featherston Wrestling Club and Featherston Rugby Club, Robert is remembered as one of New Zealand’s most popular wrestlers. Partially deaf, he competed at the World Games for the Deaf in Cologne in 1981 where he won Silver. Robert competed at four World Championships with a best placing of 12th in 1987. Among his other achievements was winning Gold at the Oceania Championship in 1986 and Silver at the Edinburgh Commonwealth Games the same year. Robert qualified for the 1988 Seoul Olympics, but after a 15-month battle with cancer died on Sunday 8 October 1989 just after his 33RD birthday. Throughout his sporting career Robert openly expressed his gratitude for the support of Wairarapa residents, team officials and coaches. This inspired his parents to create the Trust in 1990. Any Wairarapa sports person under 20 can apply for a grant with $180,000 donated to over 1000 applicants in 32 sporting codes over the past 30 years. Among the more high profile of these have been national representatives Megan Hull and Dan Lett in hockey, cricketer Ross Taylor (also helped in hockey), tennis player Marcus Daniell, swimmer Jonathan Winter, and equestrian Catriona McLeod. This year the Trust is hoping to boost to its funds with the community getting on board including colleges, sports clubs and businesses. It also wants to make a new generation aware of Robert and the Trust, with a new website robertalgietrust.org.nz where sports people can apply for funding, a bigger social media presence, and some other fresh initiatives to come. Fran is a relative of Robert’s while Jacqui’s children attend Featherston Wrestling Club, “so we are both pretty honoured to help this cause”, says Fran.

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New Zealanders relying on KiwiSaver for saving The majority of New Zealanders are using KiwiSaver as their major vehicle for saving, research commissioned by the Financial Services Council suggests. The ÿ rst in a three-part research series, Money and You, surveyed 2000 Kiwis to get a comprehensive understanding of how New Zealanders feel about money, their level of knowledge about it, and how it impacts key areas of their lives. Money and You found that it’s a mixed bag when it comes to our relationship with money, how we manage it, and how we understand it”, said Richard Klipin, chief executive ofÿ cer of the Financial Services Council.

Money and You also presents a challenging picture when it comes to Kiwis’ ÿ nancial stability, Mr Klipin said. “Seventy per cent of us would not be able to meet basic ÿ nancial commitments such as mortgage/ rent and bills beyond a short period of time if we lost our jobs. Over a third of us would not be able to last beyond a month. “These challenges are particularly acute for younger New Zealanders who overall worry more about money, are more stressed ÿ nancially, and are least prepared for a loss of income.

“Overall, the research found a strong link between money and well-being with money worries causing stress for most New Zealanders.

“In general Money and You shows that New Zealanders understanding of the ‘money language’ is not as good as what we think it is. In fact the research found that, when tested, understanding of basic investment concepts and strategies was low.

“Given that just 21 per cent of respondents described their ÿ nancial well-being as better than moderate this suggests that money has a major impact on our health and well-being.”

“This lack of understanding is a key barrier to building New Zealanders ÿ nancial resilience and enabling good, sustainable ÿ nancial decision making. Despite this, Money and

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You found that Kiwis generally feel ÿ nancially conÿ dent. Close to 80 per cent of respondents were reasonably conÿ dent or more about making ÿnancial decisions. “This potentially misplaced conÿ dence is likely to be a reason behind New Zealanders generally low use of ÿ nancial advice and other services.” A bright spot in Money and You is New Zealanders’ embrace of KiwiSaver with 75 per cent of us now investing via the scheme,” said Mr Klipin. “This level of exposure is set to be a gamechanger in coming years as KiwiSaver acts as a gateway to helping New Zealanders become more ÿ nancial engaged, aware and resilient.” The vast majority of respondents’ investments are in KiwiSaver4, followed by cash (including term deposits), with over 75 per cent holding KiwiSaver accounts and 50 per cent cash and term deposits, Money and You says. However, most New Zealanders do not invest outside of KiwiSaver,

with less than a quarter investing in New Zealand shares, bonds or other compound interest savings. The lack of a diverse portfolio indicates that New Zealanders may not be making the most out of their long term-savings or KiwiSaver investments. At the time of writing this report, there appears to be a change in investment behaviour in New Zealand, with many reports from the industry suggesting New Zealanders are turning to investments. KiwiSaver was launched in 2007 and there are close to three million KiwiSavers in New Zealand. However many New Zealanders tend to underestimate what they need for retirement and expect KiwiSaver to be sufÿ cient. Respondents appear reasonably conÿ dent about tracking contributions, but less conÿ dent on knowing how much they need for retirement, indicating that they have not considered overall investment objectives, Money And You says.

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Retirement village residents gain access to loans for residential care Retirement village residents who need to move into long-term residential care but are not eligible for a care subsidy now have access to a Crown loan agreement, reports the Commission For Financial Capability (CFFC). The Ministry for Social Development has developed a bespoke loan agreement to enable residents to access the residential loan care scheme. People moving to care from their own homes in the community are able to borrow against the value of their home to help fund their care. Until now retirement village residents with a Licence to Occupy a village unit, who then need to move to a care facility run by another operator, have not been able to borrow from the Crown to cover the costs of transferring into care. This is due to the resident not having an interest in the land on which their

unit is built, and therefore no security for a loan. When a resident ends their Licence to Occupy and vacates the unit they become entitled to repayment of their capital, less a deduction. Those proceeds are usually repaid when the operator has found a new resident for the unit bring vacated. Under the new type of loan agreement between MSD, operator and resident, the village resident assigns their interest in the proceeds of their Licence to Occupy as security for the loan from the Crown. Each village operator must review the loan to ensure that the general terms work with their unique Occupation Right Agreement offering, says CFFC. An important requirement for operators is to check that the resident’s proceeds from their Licence to Occupy have not already been assigned, it says.

Work & Income/Te Hiranga Tangata says on its website (https://www. workandincome.govt.nz/products/az-beneÿ ts/residential-care-loan. html#null) that it looks at each loan application on a case-by-case basis, and there is no obligation to approve a loan.

when you pass away or when your home is sold, whichever happens ÿ rst.

“Before you apply for a Residential Care Loan, check if you qualify for a Residential Care Subsidy. This a subsidy that will help pay for your care and you don’t have to pay it back,” it says.

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Work & Income also supplies the following information on its website. What is a residential care loan? A Residential Care Loan is an agreement with the Crown to provide a loan for the cost of your care. It’s secured by placing a caveat over your home. It’s an interest-free loan paid directly to the rest home. It’s usually repaid

The Ministry of Health pays for the loan. We do things like:  Prepare loan agreements and other documents  Handle settlements. Who Can Get it? You may be able to get a Residential Care Loan if:  You still own the home you lived in before going into residential care  Your home is worth more than $236,336 in assets (if it’s less, you may qualify for a Residential Care Subsidy)  The total of any other assets you own is less than $15,000 if you’re single, or $30,000 if you have a partner.

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What it’s really like to grow old - challenged not threatened Enough talk about decline, disability, frailty and disease in advanced age – a new University of Auckland-led study suggests 85-plus New Zealanders view managing their own health as a matter of challenges and adaptation. With increasing numbers living into advanced age, researchers say health workers and policy makers need to take their lead from older people. Says study-lead Associate Professor Janine Wiles: “The trouble is we focus what these seniors can’t do, when it would be more helpful to take a holistic approach that recognises and extends upon older people’s resourcefulness and strengths.” Twenty women and men aged 85plus were drawn from a wider pool of participants in the landmark umbrella LiLACS NZ study, which is uncovering what leads to successful ageing. The new sub-study, published in the scientiÿc journal Social Science & Medicine, looked at how people experience health and well-being in advanced age, and included people living in urban and remote rural areas, with differing degrees of diagnosed health issues. “We were surprised that so many said they had good health, even when we knew from LiLACS data, GP and hospital records, that most had several diagnosed illnesses,” says Dr Wiles, from the School of Population in the University’s Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. “They did tell us about their illnesses but they were much more interested in talking about the good things going on in their lives - their families, grandchildren, hobbies, contributions to their communities; and how they

overcome, or adapt to, challenges or losses.” It wasn’t all ‘unicorns and rainbows’, of course. “They had quite a lot to contend with, including illness, giving up driving, and often loss of a spouse or friends. The point is that while they acknowledged these challenges, they also focused on what they could do and how they could manage. Though, there also may have been an element of playing down their suffering to meet society’s expectations to not be complainers.” While the participants would usually be labelled as ‘care recipients’, they talked as much about their own caring work. “They did talk about a range of support they got from family, friends, neighbours, health professionals,” says Dr Wiles, “but they also talked about how they actively contribute and reciprocate, and how these networks of exchange operate over a lifetime; for example, how they had supported others in the past.” Co-researcher Professor Ngaire Kerse, Head of the School of Population Health and inaugural Joyce Cook Chair in Ageing Well and a practising GP, says the study challenges stereotypes of people in advanced age with illnesses as frail, passive or dependent. “We need to reframe how we think about, and attend to, the often very serious health challenges people in advanced age experience. We need to start where they are. How can we build on their strengths to enable them to keep doing the things they want to do?”

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Carterton’s chief fire officer Bryan Styles reckons he shouldn’t eat more cakes and pies but said the volunteer fire brigade was thrilled and “honoured” to receive baking from Wairarapa Good Bitches Baking. The bakers presented a spread of cakes, iced cupcakes, slices and pies with thank you notes. They donated the baking because they felt the crew had been having a tough time recently. Member of the baking team Karen O’Connor said the baking was to acknowledge the crew were first responders at the car crash that killed long-term Carterton resident, the Rev Jenny Henson. The accident happened next to the fire station on June 19. Wairarapa GBB chapter leader Helen Marr said she joined the group because it was a way to help, and a skill she enjoyed. “Baking is therapy really, and a way for us to be connected to the community,” Marr said. “When I am baking, I am immersed in it and am free to be creative, it is a tangible result of that creative expression and very well received.” Marr said the baking crew don’t normally bake for the fire brigade but a Carterton member strongly felt they deserved a boost. Styles said he was humbled by the generosity and it came on a night when he was training new volunteers, so it was a

Bryan Styles was happy to receive a bacon and egg pie along with other baking for the Carterton Volunteer Fire Brigade. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED

When I am baking, I am immersed in it and am free to be creative, it is a tangible result of that creative expression and very well received. great way for the crew to start. There were daily reminders in Carterton of the fatal car crash last month. But he said fire service training included strategies to cope with stress. During his 40 years in the service he has come across some grim scenes and other Carterton fire officers were the first responders to the 1992 house fire and murder of Lou Tawhai. Fire and Emergency New Zealand has a Critical Stress Incident Team and that service was triggered after the car crash. The

Carterton volunteer crew has a female member who oﬀers peer support. GBB is a national organisation of women which provides baking for various organisations who assist people who have need. Criteria to guide decisions on who would receive free baking include need, and that the organisations are nondenominational and open to all. The two female founders have each been awarded a Queen’s Service Medal. In Wairarapa, GBB has baked for Women’s Refuge and Hospice for example. One of their mission statements on their website is to ‘Make Aotearoa the Kindest Place on Earth’. • GBB Wairarapa has 74 baking members and welcomes new members. It can be contacted at: wairarapa@gbb.org.nz

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PEEK @ PUKAHA

Don’t fool with the cool Dear friends, It’s hard to imagine a praying mantis being any cooler. Unless they perhaps wore sunglasses? Come to think of it, a praying mantis wearing sunglasses would likely look right at home. They are the insect that oozes coolness. If you get close to them, their head will usually swivel towards you. It gives you the sense of interconnectedness which can make encounters with them seem very personal and engaging. The most-found praying mantis in New Zealand is South African. It comes in three colours; green, yellow, or brown but occasionally you can see the New Zealand praying mantis. It just comes in green. How do you tell the difference between a Springbok and an All Black

if they are both coloured green, we hear you cry? Well, the native New Zealand mantis has a small blue/purple spot on each inside front leg called an ‘eye-patch’. It uses these to hypnotise prey. Sometimes they will attempt to hypnotise humans if they come too close – so be warned. South African mantises don’t have the spot and are generally bigger. They also mostly prefer the bottom side of a leaf. New Zealand mantises prefer the top side. Are we suddenly segwaying into a rugby analogy that the All Blacks generally come out on top over the Springboks? Erm. Um. Definitely not. If you are a male praying mantis that happens to be reading this column it

NZ native praying mantis. PHOTO/TARA SWAN

might pay not to mess with a female of the South African species. They have been known to eat their male partners. Cool they

may be, but clearly don’t fool with the cool because the cool don’t fool. The Pūkaha forest is only home to the New Zealand species and our rangers report they are fairly common here. Manuka is one of their preferred habitats and can be found to contain eggs. The South African species is more prevalent in household home gardens and in the North Island is establishing itself at a faster rate than our native species, forcing it into decline. This story is not well highlighted yet so if you

are a bug enthusiast or sympathetic to protecting New Zealand’s endemic species keep a mindful eye to the future. Or better yet help raise awareness now to prevent the situation from becoming any worse. Catch you again next week. The Pūkaha Rangers Contributed by Alex Wall • The Wairarapa Midweek has partnered with Pukaha National Wildlife Centre to put a spotlight on wildlife conservation efforts locally and allow readers to get up close and personal with New Zealand’s amazing native species.

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Staple of Wairarapa rugby turns 75 New Zealand Marist national squad.

Thriving junior teams, a string of Wairarapa championships, some high scoring Heartland players, several All Black triallists, and a couple of current provincial rugby chief executives: it’s been a productive and exciting three-quarter century for the Masterton Marist Rugby Club.

The club’s auspicious alumni include Toi Walker New Zealand Secondary Schools, Heartland and New Zealand Marist stalwarts, Nathan RiwaiCouch and Patrick HardingRimene (Heartland’s highest point scorer), and current player, James Goodger, who has played for New Zealand Marist, as well as the New Zealand Heartland side against Samoa last year.

The club, one of the key members of the Wairarapa Bush Rugby Union, will be celebrating its 75th Jubilee next week – with a series of events, at the Marist club rooms, held over three days. The Jubilee was originally planned for early May, but was postponed due to the COVID 19 lockdown. The club, one of 30 Marist rugby organisations throughout New Zealand, was founded alongside the former St Joseph’s College (now Chanel College) at the end of World War II, as a sports club catering for Catholic secondary schoolers. Since then, Masterton Marist has become both a reliable and formidable staple of local rugby: producing several premier champion teams (and three consecutive premier trophy wins), as well as talented players who have appeared on both the New Zealand and international sporting stages.These include the highest points scoring player in the New Zealand Heartland Championship. Long-time club member and Jubilee co-organiser Dave Cameron says the 75th anniversary celebrations will be an opportunity for past and present members to “catch up with old mates”, and to celebrate Marist’s past and present successes. “Marist has been a crucial

Hopefully attending the Jubilee is Shannon Paku, who played both junior and senior rugby for Marist, before going on to play for the Hurricanes, Blues and Maori All Blacks. Paku is the current CEO of Manawatu Rugby.

part of the sporting landscape in Wairarapa for the past 75 years,” Dave, a member since 1979, says.“It has provided opportunities for young players to advance in their rugby career, and the pathways to take the sport beyond Wairarapa.“The club has been very competitive in the past, and has been successful in the premier championships – and we’re hoping to continue along those lines for this year’s season.“Aside from that, one of the most important parts of a sports club are the social connections, and sense of belonging – so we’re looking forward to a great social time next week.” Masterton Marist was first established in 1945, after Monsignor Nicholas Moore invited the Marist Brothers to Wairarapa to help found St Joseph’s College, and a

football club for students and their families. Brothers Adrian and Sylvester set up the rugby club, which was administered by a dynamic group of local rugby enthusiasts, including Jim Eastwood, Martin

“One of the most important parts of a sports club are the social connections, and sense of belonging – so we’re looking forward to a great social time next week.” Gleeson, Mick O’Reilly, Jack Hourigan and Bill Orange. The original administrators’ legacy continues, with several generations of their families going on to play and coach for the club. Marist started strong, winning

local titles in 1954 and 1957 – but entered a slump in the 1960s, with not enough players to form a strong Senior A side.The club was able to put together a Senior B side in 1969, and eventually regained Senior A status in 1985, with Dave as coach. Marist went on to dominate premier rugby in the late 90s: under coach Trevor Cayless, who brought “a new edge and attitude”, the club won the premier championship title three years in a row (1997 – 99), and again in 2002. In the years since the club’s formation, Masterton Marist players have consistently represented Wairarapa in regional and national rugby: playing in both the Heartland Championship (the annual competition for second tier provincial teams) with Wairarapa Bush, and for the

These days, the club has several accomplished junior and secondary players and continues to thrive, thanks to its dedicated “home-grown” coaches, and an enthusiastic team of administrators. The Jubilee celebrations will kick off with a dinner on Friday, 31 July, featuring former Auckland Marist player and All Black Bernie McCahill (who played in the 1987 and 1991 World Cup squads) as guest speaker.The next day, there will be a luncheon followed by home games featuring the club’s JAB teams, the senior reserve team, and the premier side up against Martinborough Rugby Club.This will be followed by an auction of memorabilia and specially printed numbered jubilee jerseys. Registrations for the Marist 75th Jubilee can be made at www.maristrugby.org.nz

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Dairy farmers can now manage all their herd records and data from multiple farming operations using just one tool, thanks to CRV Ambreed’s myHERD. myHERD is the result of CRV’s partnership with leading farm software provider, FarmIQ, to develop the new herd recording and farm management application, which replaces CRV Insight. CRV Ambreed Information and IT manager Andrew Singers says myHERD has been developed in New Zealand for Kiwi farmers. “The development of myHERD reﬂects CRV’s desire to oﬀer farmers a future-focused herd management platform. “Using data captured on farm, myHERD will provide farmers with practical, accessible information so they can

comes to herd recording and management,” Singers said. “Most importantly, myHERD assures the accuracy and security of farmers’ data.” The launch of myHERD on the FarmIQ platform will give dairy farmers the ability to manage multiple operations related to their dairy farm in one place. “We understand how much value farmers get out of having all their farm data in one place, so they can easily plan and manage their farm system throughout the season. “The beauty of myHERD is that there is no limit to the number of staff or third-parties with whom farmers can connect. At the same time, the farmer has peace of mind knowing they have complete control over who has access to the information. Staff entries are held as pending, allowing them to be checked before confirming

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The first wine from the 2020 vintage at the Alexia Urban Winery in Greytown has the owners tickled pink. The Gentle Girl Wairarapa Rose was also the first wine to be made at the new urban facility in Greytown owned by Jane Cooper and her partner Lesley Reidy. Cooper, who has been in the industry for 25 years, said it was one of the most challenging vintages in her career as work on the winery was completed only days before the lockdown began. “We were still sweeping up the sawdust and getting tanks into place at the winery when we started picking, so it was all down to the wire already,” she said. “We were driving back from the vineyard with our first pick of Pinot Noir, when the Prime Minister made the announcement that the country would be going into full lockdown within a couple of days.” With uncertainty about whether they’d be able to continue and staffing shortages, the couple did all the picking by hand in an effort to beat the rain. “We got the grapes in, but then the crusher broke down, and tanks leaked so we were trying to arrange parts to come from Auckland and bandaid fixes while we were pumping wine from one tank to another. “It was really tough.” Which is partly why she’s especially proud of this year’s wines. “I’ve been making wine for a long time and there’s a lot of pressure around the first vintage. “The first vintage in a winery is always really hard because you don’t know how things will go. “This year the wines are really good, and we are super excited about the rose.” Cooper was also excited about the future of the urban winery which will

Jane Cooper said she is proud of this year’s 2020 vintage which was made under difficult circumstances related to covid-19 in their new Greytown urban winery. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED

Another unique feature of the urban winery in Greytown is the two-tonne concrete egg fermenter.

open to the public towards the end of the year. She said Greytown’s “tight knit community” and popularity with tourists made it the perfect setting for an urban winery, many years in the making. “We’ve noted there’s quite a shift from wineries into urban areas. “It took us quite a long time to work through.” Challenges included navigating neighbourly relations, waste disposal and water supply – they have their own collected from rainwater. One of the other features

of the urban winery is the two-tonne concrete egg fermenter. While not widely used in the industry, the shape of the chamber and the convection currents it generates keep the wine moving, creating a stronger flavour and texture, Cooper said. She said she was excited about the cellar door opening later this year and showcasing a range of new wines, varieties and styles in a setting that would allow customers to experience the whole winemaking process up close. “This will be a very memorable vintage for us – not for the reasons we were originally anticipating – but we’re really proud of the wines we’ve made. “We put everything into them and rose is such a cheerful, hopeful wine it seems fitting for this to be our first urban wine release.”

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36 Wairarapa Midweek Wai Write Wednesday, July 22, 2020

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Just like Romeo and Juliet It was July 4 in Austin, Texas, and the police entered the living room of the house to find to their horror a note and the dead bodies of Sarah Smith and her boyfriend John laying together hand in hand in a large pool of blood. Sarah was a 17-year-old who earlier in the day had been asked to babysit her three sisters, Kate aged 11, Emma seven and Lucy five. These younger girls were all wearing identical bright pink and white vertical candy striped dresses and had their blonde hair tied into ponytails. Sarah was in a strop because she was a teenager in love, dressed up to the nines in a bright silk red dress with a matching bow in her blonde hair because she had arranged to meet her boyfriend also aged 17. Sarah once alone in the living room texted her boyfriend and asked him to come over. She had just got to the bottom of the stairs having retrieved a DVD from her bedroom when the doorbell rang, she opened the door and invited her boyfriend indoors, they then sat on the sofa and watched the DVD. After watching the film Sarah and her boyfriend went into the back garden and found her sisters having great fun enjoying

Friends invited over to party. PHOTO/STOCK.ADOBE.COM

throwing and hitting an inﬂatable beach ball to and fro. She told her sisters that she was going to invite some friends round for a party and suggested they continued playing outside. By midday Sarah had texted and phoned friends around for a party and they had arrived, all of them being from 16 to 19 years old, many bringing their own drink, tobacco or even things stronger. All in all counting Sarah and her boyfriend there were now 42 teenagers in the house. Once the last of the teenage guests had arrived Sarah escorted Emma, Lucy and Kate into the living room were the party was being held and presented each girl with an inﬂated red balloon.

The teenagers, busy having great fun getting drunk on spirits, wine and any other alcohol they could ﬁnd, as well as smoking cigarettes, totally forgot about the younger children present. Emma, Lucy and Kate were stuck in a corner of the party room, trying to stay out of the way of the drunken teens, distressed by what they saw. The entire house and grounds were decorated with red, white and blue balloons and decorations to celebrate Independence Day. After what seemed to be a very long time Kate saw a clear route into the hallway and grabbing her younger sisters dragged them out of the party. Kate

saw a scantily dressed girl called Penny, who had gold anchor shaped earrings, sitting unconscious and drunk in the front door, she then checked the back door in the kitchen but found two boys called Alan and Jason having a ﬁst ﬁght over who had bedded the most girls. The only other door outside was through the party. It took quite some time for 11-year-old Kate to calm herself down and then stop her sisters crying before she pulled them along back through the utter chaos that was the drunken teens’ party and made their way into the back garden. The children, still holding the balloons, helped each other over the

fence to their next door neighbours and convinced them to call the police. Emma, Kate and Lucy were interviewed by the police with their parents present as the girls were all suﬀering from shock Most of the teens were caught running out of the house when they heard the sirens wailing, but Sarah and her boyfriend were not found, having proved without doubt they were unreliable babysitters. Sarah’s parents Andrew and Joanne were totally furious at the betrayal of their trust by Sarah and the disrespect she and her friends had shown the young girls and the house, When Joanne and Andrew returned to the house later they found the corpses of their oldest daughter and her lover among the mess of all the bottles, cans, decorations and burst balloons, having sealed a lover’s suicide pact, just like Romeo and Juliet.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Puzzles Wairarapa Midweek

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Across 1 Which playing card bears the maker’s name or copyright? (3,2,6) 8 What firm cushion is knelt on in church? (7) 9 Which river is France’s longest? (5) 10 On a dartboard, what number is flanked by 14 and 12? (4) 11 What might one be turning over when changing for the better? (3,4) 12 What fruit was a principal food item among the ancient Greeks? (3) 13 What is a ruler or chieftain in the Islamic world? (4) 15 What are used for adjusting a nuclear reactor’s power rate? (4) 17/19 Who steered Chrysler Corporation away from bankruptcy after joining it in 1979? (3,7) 20 What was the most popular woodwind instrument of the 18th Century? (4) 23 What war-related item is of interest to a numismatist? (5) 24 What is another name for sulphuric acid? (7) 25 Who in Sheridan’s 1775 play The Rivals was noted for her verbal blunders? (3,8)

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Down 1 The first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896 in which city? (6) 2 Which German city is the industrial hub of the Ruhr? (5) 3 Which part of a sewing machine holds the fabric in position? (4) 4 Christian missionary activities provoked the Boxer Rebellion in which city in 1900? (6) 5 Dover is the capital of which US state? (8) 6 What is a fixed regular amount of money paid to a clergyman? (7) 7 How do golfers start a hole? (3,3) 12 What do not form on skin surfaces that have not been exposed to the sun? (8) 14 What roadway surfacing system was invented by a Scottish engineer? (7) 16 Who said: “Show me first your penny”? (6) 17 Which country lies south of Estonia and north of Lithuania? (6) 18 What is a loose fold of skin hanging beneath a dog’s throat? (6) 21 Good tobacco pipes are made from the root of what shrub? (5) 22 What is a portico in ancient Greek architecture? (4)

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Find a finished crossword by deleting one of the two letters in each divided square.

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Down 2. Ignorant (10) 3. Pant (4) 4. Thinly spread (6) 5. Animals (6) 6. Spread out (8) 7. Writes (4) 11. Unaccustomed (10) 13. Compromise (5-3) 16. Narrows (6) 17. Scarcity (6) 18. Repeat (4) 20. Party (colloq) (4)

Across 1. Suspended (4) 8. Enjoy (10) 9. Enthuses (8) 10. Good point (4) 12. Detest (6) 14. Trouble (6) 15. Effect (6) 17. Reveries (6) 18. Margin (4) 19. Cooperate (colloq) (4,4) 21. Deliberately deceptive statements (4-6) 22. Tough (4)

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GK CROSSWORD Across: 1 Ace of Spades, 8 Hassock, 9 Loire, 10 Nine, 11 New leaf, 12 Fig, 13 Emir, 15 Rods, 17/19 Lee Iacocca, 20 Oboe, 23 Medal, 24 Vitriol, 25 Mrs Malaprop. Down: 1 Athens, 2 Essen, 3 Foot, 4 Peking, 5 Delaware, 6 Stipend, 7 Tee off, 12 Freckles, 14 Macadam, 16 Pieman, 17 Latvia, 18 Dewlap, 21 Briar, 22 Stoa.

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38 Wairarapa Midweek Community Events Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Eat n Greet: At St James Union Church, 116 High St, Masterton. Great food and entertainment. All welcome. The Salvation Army Oasis: Gambling addiction help, free service, counselling service available, 41 Perry St, Masterton. Call [06] 370-3317/[021] 804-339 [any time] – Ramil Adhikari. Danzability Class: 10.30-11.30am, at St John’s Hall, 73 Main St, Greytown. Contact physio.rachel.horwell@gmail.com or [022] 077-2654. Ruamahanga Club: Cards – 500, 1-4pm, at Wairarapa Services Club, Essex St, Masterton. GirlGuidingNZ: Carterton Pippins, 5-7 years, 4.15-5.30pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Carterton Brownies, 7-9½ years, 6-7.30pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Digital Seniors: Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching: Martinborough, St Andrew’s Hall, Dublin St, 9.30-11.30am. Featherston, Featherston Fire Station, Fox St, 1.303.30pm. Age Concern: Steady As You Go-Falls Prevention Class, 9.30am at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Housie: At Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club [behind clock tower Carterton], at 1pm. Narcotics Anonymous: Meet at 6pm, at 15 Victoria St, Masterton. Carterton Community Choir: Meet 7.15-9pm, at Carterton School, Holloway St. Ability to read music not essential. Call [022] 373-4299. Masterton Petanque Club: Club day 2pm, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Joan Miller 377-7983. Social Learners Bridge: 1-3.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Barbara [06] 304-9208. Wairarapa Model Aero Club: 9am-noon, at the Masterton Aerodrome. Red Star Table Tennis Club: Meet 5-7pm at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter (027) 566-4664 or Brian 377-4066. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 6.30pm.

Whakaoriori Shuf˜ers: Line dancing, Red Star clubrooms, Herbert St, Masterton, intermediate, 1-2.30pm. Call 377-5518 or 377-1135. Masterton Senior Citizens & Beneÿ ciaries Association: Meet 1-3.30pm for cards, Scrabble and bowls, Senior Citizens hall, Cole St. Call Ngaire Walker 377-0342. Wairarapa Fern & Thistle Pipe Band: Practice 6.30-8.30pm, Savage Club Hall, 10 Albert St, Masterton. Call secretary, Gloria [027] 628-5889. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, at rear of Masterton YMCA, 162 Dixon St.

FRIDAY, JULY 24 Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Carterton Library noon-2pm. Aratoi: Matariki and Astrophotography Six Wellington- and Wairarapa-based artists [Glen Butler, Sharisse Eberlein, Mark Gee, Rebecca Kempton, Pete Monk and John Whitby] show the power and beauty of the night from their own perspectives. To August 30. ROARR! – Aratoi’s animal kingdom, from lion scull and Moa bones to Huia skins and wallaby. Meet the animals behind the scenes and get a glimpse into the weird and wonderful world of our natural history collection. To August 30. Seniornet Wairarapa: Drop-in 1-2.30pm, Departmental Buildings, 33 Chapel St, Masterton. Call John [027] 383-5654. Wairarapa Stop Smoking Service: Quit Clinic at Whaiora 9am-noon. Support available across Wairarapa at no cost to you. Call Whaiora 0800 494 246. Needlework & Craft Drop-in: 10amnoon, Featherston Community Centre. Call May [06] 308-6912 or Virginia [06] 308-8392. Cloth Collective Sewing Workshop: 10am-2pm Featherston Community Centre. Call Petra [021] 234-1554. Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all ÿ tness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. Carterton Craft Market: Open 7 days, 10am-2pm, 41 High St North, Carterton. Call Desley [027] 787-8558.

Kids’ Song And Story: Fun songs, ÿ nger plays and stories for under-5s, during school terms, 9.30-10.30am, at Epiphany Church Hall, High St South, Masterton. Call Pam 378-6740 Greytown Music and Movement: For pre-schoolers, 10am, at St Luke’s Hall, Main St. Contact: email admin@ stlukesgreytown.co.nz Dance Fit: At Carrington Park, Carterton, at 6-7pm. If weather not good it’s in youth centre of Event Centre. Text dance groove to [022] 321-2643. Masterton Masters Swimming Club: Club night 6-7pm, Genesis Recreation Centre back pool. Call Stu [027] 2954189 or Lucy [021] 0204-4144. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf Croquet 9.15am behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Russell Ward 377-4401. Carterton Senior Citizens: Meet 1.30-4pm, play cards, Rummikub and Scrabble, Carterton Memorial Club, Broadway.

SATURDAY, JULY 25 Heart of Arts: Exhibition, “The Art of Lockdown”. A celebration of creativity during lockdown from Wairarapa’s artists and makers, 47 High St, Carterton, WedSun 11-3pm to August 9. Featherston Fusiliers: Wargaming and boardgames club, meet at Featherston Assembly of God cafeteria, 22 Birdwood St, 10am-4.30pm. Contact featherston. fusiliers@gmail.com Wairarapa Embroiderers Guild: Meet at the Ranfurly Club Rooms, Chapel St, Masterton. Call Nola [027] 6878599 or Jenny 377-0859 or email Wairarapaembroiderers@gmail.com Wairarapa Farmers’ Market: 9-1pm, Solway Showgrounds Masterton, entry from Fleet and York Sts. You will ÿ nd us under the grandstand and under the nearby redwood tree. A variety of stalls selling fresh, locally grown produce and hand made artisan products. Tinui Craft Corner and Museum: Open Sat, Sun and public holidays, 10am-4pm, groups by arrangement. Call Jean [06] 372-6623 or Gael [06] 372-6808. Featherston Weekly Market: Fresh

produce, ÿ ne food producers, creators and much more. Great atmosphere, amazing food and community spirit, 8am2pm, 33 Fitzherbert St. Hospice Wairarapa Support Services: Available free of charge for anyone dealing with a terminal illness. Call [06] 378-8888, or www.hospicewairarapa. co.nz Women’s Self Defence: With Dion, 9am, band rotunda, Queen Elizabeth Park. Call [020] 4124-4098. Parkrun: Weekly 5km run/walk. Measured, timed, free. 8am start, at the Woodside end of the Greytown rail trail. Info: parkrun.co.nz/ greytownwoodsidetrail Martinborough Museum: Sat: 11.30am3.30pm Sun: 11.30-1.30pm, 7 Memorial Sq, Martinborough. Featherston Heritage Museum: Behind the Featherston Library and Information Centre. Open Sat and Sun 10am-2pm, other times by arrangement, groups welcome. Call Elsa [021] 263-9403. Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Masterton Library, 10amnoon. Carterton District Historical Society: 44 Broadway. Open by appointment. Call 379-9021 or 379-5564. Toy Library: Masterton: 10am-1pm, at rear of YMCA, 162 Dixon St. Featherston: 14 Wakeÿ eld St, 10am-noon. Call Merle [06] 308-8109. Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Golf Croquet at 1.15pm for 1.30pm start. Call Steve Davis [06] 304-7155. Bowls: At 1.20pm for 1.30pm start, at the clubrooms behind the Clocktower, Carterton. Call Rex Kenny 379-7303. Masterton Croquet Club: Association Croquet 9.15am and 12.45pm behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Carl Redvers 378-7109.

SUNDAY, JULY 26 Wairarapa Country Music Club: Meet at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton, at 1.30pm. Call Paddy 377-0730. Masterton Marauders Wargaming Club: Meet at the Masterton Croquet

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Club, 1-5pm. Call Vince Cholewa [027] 344-1073 or visit http:// mastertonmarauders.blogspot.co.nz Carterton Farmers’ Market: High St, Carterton, 9am-12.30pm. Martinborough Museum: Open 1.303.30pm, 7 Memorial Sq, Martinborough. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, at rear of Masterton YMCA, 162 Dixon St, Masterton. Wairarapa Model Aero Club: 9am-noon, at the Masterton Aerodrome. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 1pm. Masterton Petanque Club: Club day 2pm, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Joan Miller 377-7983. Masterton Car Boot Sale and Market: 6.30-11.30am, Essex St car park. Contact ja.murray@xtra.co.nz Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association croquet, 9am for 9.15am start, at clubrooms behind clock tower Carterton. Call Robin Brasell [06] 222-4000.

MONDAY, JULY 27 Masterton Mobility Scooter Club: Senior Citizen’s Hall, corner of Cole and Perry sts, 10-11am. Speaker Bruce Pauling, Wairarapa Road Safety Council. Call Margaret [022] 658-8139. Age Concern: Exercise For Seniors, 9.30am; line dancing, 10.30am, at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. South Wairarapa Badminton Club: Featherston Sports Stadium, Underhill Rd, at 7.30pm. Rackets available. East Indoor Bowling Club: Meet at 7pm, all members and visitors welcome. Call Julie 377-5497 or George 378-9266. Literacy Wairarapa: Offers free help with reading, spelling and maths at Te Awhina/ Cameron Community House, 9am-noon. Carterton Scottish Dance Club: Meet at 7.30pm, at Carterton School Hall, Holloway St. No partner required. Call Elaine 377-0322 or email carterton@ dancescottish.org.nz Wairarapa Services Club: Cards – 500, 1.30pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. Mah Jong: 1-4pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Ian [027]

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TUESDAY, JULY 28 Masterton Toastmasters: Meet in the Salvation Army Hall, High St, Carterton, at 7.30pm. All welcome in a supportive, friendly environment for participation in public speaking, communicative and leadership opportunities. Call Pam [027] 669-9666 The Book Lovers Corner: 3.30-4.30pm on Arrow FM {92.7FM] and available online, https://www.arrowfm.co.nz/ programmes/show/94/the-book-loverscorner-/ Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Masterton Library, 11am1pm. Masterton Alcoholics Anonymous: 7.30pm, St Matthew’s Church Hall, 35 Church St. Call Anne 378-2338 or Pete [020] 4005-9740. Martinborough Community Choir: 7.15-9pm, First Church Hall, Weld St. Martinborough. We are an un-auditioned, all-comers, primarily a cappella choir, and we welcome anyone who enjoys group singing in harmony, across a wide variety of musical styles. Contact Vicki Jones: vicbjones@gmail.com Seniornet Wairarapa: 1.30-2.30pm, Departmental Buildings, 33 Chapel St, Masterton. Call John [027] 383-5654. Social Bridge: At South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club, 1.30-3.30pm, no partner needed. Call Lesley [021] 299-6389. Wairarapa Services Club: Cards – Euchre, 1pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Pippins, 5-7 years, 3.45-5pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Digital Seniors: Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching: Carterton, Fire Station (new venue) 9.30-11.30am. Greytown, Greytown Fire Station, 1.30-3.30pm. Dance Fitness: 6.30-7.30pm, at

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 Masterton RSA: Lunch in honour of all Wairarapa World War II, K Force, J Force and Merchant Navy veterans, 11.30am, WSCC, Essex St. Call Trevor [027] 3333243 or Margaret 216-2913. Carterton Cycle Group: An informal group of ‘leg power’ and e-power cyclists, 9.30am from Belvedere Rd (weather permitting) for 20km or 40-60km rides. Call Irene (027) 634-9167 or Lesley (021) 299-6389. Housie: Eyes down at 7pm, at the Martinborough Bowling Club, Regent St. Heart of Arts Wairarapa: A community gallery showing work from Wairarapa artists, 47 High St North, Carterton. Open Wed-Sun, 11am-3pm. Club Wairarapa Rockers: Rock’n’roll, beginners 7.30pm; Intermediate level 8pm, at Club Wairarapa, Masterton. Call [027] 333-1793. Wairarapa Spinners & Weavers: Meet 10am in The Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton. Call Trish 378-8775 or Josie 378-6531. Cross Creek Blues Club: From 7.15pm with guest artists. Dinner from 5pm, www. CrossCreekBlues.co.nz Housie: Eyes down at 7pm, at the Martinborough Bowling Club, Regent St. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Brownies, 7-9½ years, 5.30-7pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Digital Seniors: Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching at Masterton Library, 10am-noon. Dance Fitness: 9.30-11am, preschoolers with parents or caregivers, music and movement and art, at Fareham House Hall Featherston. Call Justine [0204] 105-2830. Wairarapa Services Club: Rummikub, 1pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. Cards: Come and join other enthusiastic “500” Players 1.15-4.15pm, at the Carterton Club. Call Barbara 379-6582 or Val 379-8329. AA Meeting: At 7.30pm, Departmental building, level one. Entry on the carpark side. Call [027] 557-7928. Silver Ukulele Club: 1-3pm, Featherston

Community Centre. Call Jan [06] 3088556. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneÿ ciaries Club: Craft and chat afternoon 1-3pm, bring your crafts or just come for some company, Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Whakaoriori Shuf˜ers: Line dancing, Red Star clubrooms, Herbert St, Masterton, beginners 4.30-5.30pm; 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. Rangatahi to Rangatira Youth Group: Join us for sports, food, and leadership, Carterton Events Centre. Text “R2R” to [027] 742-2264. Masterton Art Club: 10am-2pm for browsing or painting, at 12 Victoria St. Call Sue 377-7019. Recreational Walking Group: 9.30am, Essex St car park. Call Ann Jackson, 3725758, or Ann Duckett, 378-8285. Te Runga Scouts: Cubs, 6-7.30pm, 45 Harley St, Masterton. Wairarapa Singers: Choral singing with at least two performances each year, based in Masterton. Call Sean Mulcahy 379-9316. 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 ofÿ ce]. Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Golf Croquet at 1.15am for 1.30pm start, at the clubrooms behind the Clocktower, Carterton. Call Steve Davis [06] 304-7155. Masterton Croquet Club: Association Croquet 9.15am and 12.45pm behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Carl Redvers 378-7109. * To have an event listed please email event@age.co.nz by noon Thursday prior

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436-5811. Senior Citizens Club Cards: 1-4pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Val [06] 308-9293. Art for Everyone: Featherston Community Centre, 7-9pm. Call Sandie [021] 157-4909. Red Star Table Tennis Club: Meet 6-8pm at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter (027) 566-4664 or Brian 377-4066. Wairarapa Stop Smoking Service: Support available across Wairarapa at no cost to you. Call a Quit Coach based at Whaiora 0800 494 246. Play Gym: St James Church Hall 116 High St, Masterton, 9.30-11am, for 0-3-year-olds. Carterton Food Bank: 11.30am-noon Mon-Fri at Haumanu House [down the lane between Carters and the Clock Tower]. Call 379-4092. Carterton Community Toy Library: Events Centre, Holloway St, Mon-Sat during CDC Library hours. CCS Disability Action Wairarapa Ofÿ ce: 36 Bannister St, Masterton, 10am-1pm Mon-Fri. For Mobility Parking Permits, Disability Support and Advocacy. Call 378-2426 or 0800 227-2255. Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all ÿ tness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. The Dance Shed: 450 Belvedere Rd Carterton. Line Dancing Class, 7-9pm, beginners followed by intermediate. Call Wendy or Don 379-6827 or [027] 319-9814. Epilepsy Support Group: 11am at the Salvation Army ofÿ ce, 210 High St South, Carterton. Call 0800 20 21 22. Citizens Advice Bureau: Free and conÿ dential advice, Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, 43 Perry St, Masterton. Call 377-0078 or 0800 367-222. Masterton District Brass Band: Rehearsals at 7pm, in the Band Room, Park Ave, Masterton. Call [022] 5740742. Carterton Alcoholics Anonymous: 8pm, Salvation Army Community Rooms, 210 High St. Call Bob [021] 042-2947 or Martin [06] 372-7764.

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CROOK, Ryan Brendon. 7-12-99 - 22-7-18 Squirt, 2 years now and it still only feels like yesterday. I haven’t the words to explain your loss to me. we meet Until again, Love Dad.

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Carterton District Council, 50 Holloway St, Carterton has made an application to the District Licensing Committee at Carterton District Council for the Variations of conditions of an OnLicence in respect to the premises situated at 50 Holloway St, Carterton, known as Carterton Events Centre. The general nature of the business conducted/ to be conducted under the licence is Events Hospitality. The following variation(s) to the conditions of licence are sought: Adding Carterton Community Courthouse as a zone covered by the Events Centre On-Licence. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours of the relevant District Licensing Committee where the premises is located. Any person who is entitled to object, and who wishes to object to the grant of the application, may no later than 15 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file their objection in writing with the Secretary of the relevant District Licensing Committee: Carton District Council, Holloway Street, Carterton, PO Box 9, Carterton 5743. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the only publication of this notice 22 July 2020.

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Sunday 2 August 2020, 1pm Hurunui-o-Rangi Room, Carterton Events Centre, Holloway Street, Carterton AGENDA Karakia, Mihi, Maumahara, Apologies Marae Trustee Report Marae Committee Report Marae Rebuild Report Mana Whenua CDC Report Financial Performance 2019 Appoint Financial Reviewer AGM Minutes 2019 Trustee Elections General Business Nominations for Trustee Election and items for General Business closed 20 July 2020. All enquiries to hormtsecretary@gmail.com or 021 029 44014. Nau Mai Haere Mai Look forward to seeing you at the AGM

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People you can DEPEND ON The ANNUAL MEETING of the Masterton Trust Lands Trust electors will be held in the Trust s Office, 189 Queen Street, on Monday 3rd August 2020 at 3pm for the purpose of receiving the Annual Report and Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2020. Electors of the Trust district, which comprises the former Borough of Masterton and the Masterton Small Farm Settlement area, are invited to attend this meeting. Copies of the audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2020 will be available. Andrew Croskery General Manager

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The following meetings will be held at the Carterton Events Centre, 50 Holloway Street, Carterton. Wednesday 12 August 2020 Ordinary Council Meeting 1.00pm Wednesday 19 August 2020 Audit and Risk Committee Meeting 9.30am Water Race Committee Meeting 2.00pm Wednesday 26 August 2020 Wairarapa Library Service Committee 3.00pm Monday 31 August 2020 Wairarapa COVID-19 Recovery Joint Committee 2.30pm This meeting is to be held in the Council Chambers, 18 Kitchener St, Martinborough Members of the public are welcome to attend the meetings and a public forum is provided at the start of each meeting. Members of the public who wish to participate in this public forum must register their intention with Casey Spencer on 06 379 4030 at least one full day before the meeting date. The agendas will be available for public inspection two days prior to the meeting and will be available at the Council’s Main Office Building, the Carterton Library and on Council’s website. www.cdc.govt.nz

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42 Wairarapa Midweek Sport Wednesday, July 22, 2020

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Chris Cogdale On the day he was made a life member of the Greytown Rugby Club, captain Tavita Isaac led from the front as his team came back to win a gripping contest over Martinborough 17-16 with a penalty kick in the dying minutes. Martinborough had the better of the first half in front of a big home crowd for Greytown Old Timers’ Day and went out to a deserved 16-7 halftime lead through tries to winger Nathan Hunt and lock George Bunnett. Hunt’s try was a beauty. Hot on defence, Martinborough forced a breakdown turnover and Alex Priest found space down the blindside and fed Hunt, who sprinted 60 metres to score. Greytown’s only points of the first half came through busy prop Lewis Bush, who surged over the line after a series of attacking scrums. The bigger Greytown forward pack gradually gained more dominance as the game progressed and often had the green and black scrum reeling backwards. An attacking scrum was the platform for the home side’s second try, when second-five Teihana Brown broke the defensive line and handed off to centre Lii Samuels to score under the post.

Despite a wealth of possession and territorial dominance Greytown couldn’t break through the determined Martinborough defence. Bush went close to scoring his second try but was just short. The winning of the game eventually came down to a penalty from 18m out and 15m in from touch, which first-five Raniera Petersen coolly sent through the posts to earn a hard-fought victory. Greytown assistant coach Jonathan Tanner said the team just had to do it for Isaac on the day he received his life membership. “To lose today would’ve been unforgivable, and it really was for him and I think that’s why they stuck in there until the end,” he said. “We probably didn’t get much reward for our dominance in the scrums but ultimately, once the team did what we wanted them to do, they did it very well. But it took us the whole game to do it. “Everyone was talking up our forward pack all week, and Martinborough would have taken that to heart, and they certainly did. They muscled up and it was good to see.” Isaac was also full of praise for the performance by both teams.

Tavita Isaac was outstanding for Greytown on the day he was made a life member of the club. PHOTO/KYLIE EVANS

“Marty certainly made us work for it more than any other team this year so full credit to them – they wanted to win as much as we did today,” he said. “I like to think that we learnt from the first half and we definitely gave it a better shot in the second half.” Carterton had a rare win over fierce rivals Gladstone in the wet slippery conditions at Carterton. The final score was 23-7 and Carterton assistant coach

Neil Roger credited the team’s defensive effort. “Our defence won us the game,” he said. “It was a solid effort across the park. “The conditions didn’t dictate too much. There was still a fair amount of ball movement from both teams, but we just seemed to be able to shut them down when they tried to get the ball wide.” Roger said the forwards went well, and a pushover try from a scrum to barnstorming No 8 Jack Loader in the first half was a turning point in the game. Wairarapa-Bush flanker Johan van Vliet scored all three tries as Eketahuna came from behind to upset Marist 19-16 in heavy conditions at Eketahuna. Marist led 10-7 at halftime and then usual lock-flanker James Goodger, who was playing as a winger, kicked two early second half penalties for a 16-7 lead. The powerful home side’s forward pack gradually gained more traction in the trying conditions and were rewarded with two more tries to give Eketahuna their first win of the competition. East Coast were too good for Pioneer, cruising to a 41-20 victory on Old Timers’ Day at Whareama. Fullback Bryan Arnold was in outstanding form crossing for three

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