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In 1953, the Wairarapa Rose Society first convened in Masterton.

Its rules of incorporation stated the object of the society was to “implant roses in the hearts of the people and gardens throughout the District”.

It is one of 23 district societies of the New Zealand Rose Society which started in 1931 – and this year the Wairarapa branch celebrates its 70th birthday.

To mark the occasion, local ‘rosarians’ met at the Services Club in Masterton for lunch, at which New Zealand Society president Hayden Foulds gave a speech.

It was an opportunity to recall activities and events the society had been involved in over the years, Wairarapa

Rose Society patron Jan Houston said.

Houston’s passion for roses began 20 years ago out of necessity, when she and her husband bought their Masterton home, which had an established garden with 120 roses.

“I knew nothing about gardening,” Houston said. “We came from Wellington, but I hadn’t had a garden. I lived in Newlands, on top of the ridge. Lovely view, all the wind, all the sun, nothing grows.”

Houston’s neighbour showed her the basics of pruning but the larger varieties in her garden needed a little more attention.

“Then I read the Wairarapa Rose Society was having a pruning demonstration round at the hospice in Lincoln Rd.”

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The pruning workshop was auspicious for the Houstons, as it was here Houston’s husband, Murray, met the late Glynn Saunders, who offered to “pop round” and take a look at their roses.

A former president of the New Zealand Rose Society and Wairarapa branch, as well as an esteemed judge, “what Glynn didn’t know about roses and gardening wasn’t worth knowing”, Houston said.

Saunders invited the Houstons to the next meeting of the Wairarapa Rose Society and “we went from there”.

Although today’s membership of the Wairarapa Rose Society is small compared to its heyday, the 20 or so current society stalwarts are part of a long and illustrious tradition of rose appreciation in the region.

The Wairarapa Rose Society hosted three conventions – 1958, 1970 and 1993 – all very well attended by gardening enthusiasts from across New Zealand.

The Souvenir Handbook and Schedule from 1970

shows the convention was a significant event for Masterton and the wider region.

In between the ‘Official Rules for the Judging of Roses’ and a ‘Pictorial Definition of Roses’ are adverts for Pride Dry Cleaning Services, Hookways’ Roses and Gladys Butcher’s Tearooms [“for quality and service”].

The event ran for six days, from November 13-

18, with a full programme every day, including an official welcome from the mayor, a National Rose Show, garden tours, factory tours and an endof-convention dinner.

Registration was £2 per person [about $20 today].

Today, the society meets on the second Sunday of every month and during the summer – when roses are at their best –members can show their blooms for judging in a

‘show bench’.

Judges are looking for “lots of things”, said Houston, who is an occasional judge. “Freshness, quality of foliage, shape, balance.”

Blooms are organised into categories, including decorative, exhibition, fully open, small stem and large stem.

In competition, the highest honour for any exhibitor is to achieve a ‘champion of champions’

Jazz hands for Martinborough

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the late Ian Cresswell, offered members of the Christchurch Jazz School respite from the

and we’ve always had young Wairarapa musicians as part of our festival,” Preston explained.

bloom.

“That is the one the judge considers is the best in the show,” Houston said.

While the Wairarapa Rose Society may be a smaller organisation than “back in the day”, roses still fascinate and delight, Houston said.

“They really are so beautiful. You get a lovely rose, and it really is stunning.”

Houston’s favourites are

them,” the band’s manager and teacher Saali Marks said.

“These kids are committed to their music, they’ve put the extra miles in and they practise at home. To perform to the

old roses, which tend to have a “glorious scent”.

They also have glorious names like Penelope, the rambling Alberick Berbier and the candyfloss-pink Albertine.

While information available on the internet has, to some extent, replaced specialist societies, the Wairarapa Rose Society still has lots to offer, Houston said.

Those who join a local district get membership to the New Zealand Rose Society and receive a rose annual and rose review, which rounds up information on all new varieties on the market.

National shows and local yearly shows in November give members a chance to demonstrate their prowess at growing winning roses and members can also compete in the show bench at monthly meetings.

But probably the most valuable part of being a member is the access to expertise and experience.

“From our society, people get endless knowledge. Everybody is older and they know so much.”

with jazz artist, Roger Fox, who is its patron, is also having a positive impact on the region’s jazz landscape.

“He gives us the heads-up on the various musicians,” Preston said, as well as supporting

RIGHT: The Wairarapa Rose Society has an extensive collection of archival information covering the society’s 70 year history.

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ABOVE: Jan Houston is a patron of the Wairarapa Rose Society and has been a member for 20 years.

Children fill the pantry

Students and preschoolers have helped take the pressure off Masterton Foodbank and feed hungry tummies thanks to a district-wide food drive this month.

Twenty-nine Masterton primary schools, colleges and early childhood centres took part, with some schoolchildren combining the ‘foodraiser’ with Casual Clothes Friday.

Posting on Facebook, students at Wairarapa College showed donations of cans, packets and other nonperishables filling boxes and overflowing tables.

Student leaders at Masterton Intermediate School [MIS] went the extra mile, volunteering at the foodbank before the donation day, to learn more about its systems and processes, including the value of sorting the food into categories.

“The student leaders gave presentations to classes about what [foodbanks] do and

encouraged their classmates to bring in different items from the standard cans of spaghetti, so there

variety,” MIS deputy principal Raegan Warren said.

Students sorted the food into categories

the foodbank, a practice Warren hopes student leaders will share with other schools in the district for next year’s

Jenna Matchett, Masterton Foodbank’s manager, was grateful for the community’s generosity in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis.

“We basically ran our foodbank empty in preparation for [the event] because it’s always big,” she said.

“But this year, we got more than we’ve ever had, so even in difficult times people are still giving, you know, they’re still giving back, that is so awesome.”

The annual event was started by former Masterton District Council [MDC]

councillor, Frazer Mailman and current deputy mayor Bex Johnson, following a presentation about food insecurity to the council from Masterton Foodbank, Waiwaste and the community kitchen.

“We wanted to do something about it and I had a background in education. I approached the schools and they were happy for [the fundraiser] to occur,” Mailman said.

The event is now in its fourth year and he was impressed by the number of schools and centres that took part this time.

“There’s been an increase in participation on an annual basis,” Mailman said. “There are far more early childhood learning centres contributing. That’s probably the main difference between this year and last year.”

The impact of the donations was “huge”, Matchett said and meant Masterton Foodbank will not have to purchase any canned goods from the supermarket until their next big street collection in November.

MIS students with their donations. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

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Masterton Foodbank volunteers and manager, Jenna Matchett.

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Wairarapa College students were very generous.

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Director locked down with Wiles

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Jane Ross, director of local initiative Film Talks, has partnered with Whānau Mārama New Zealand International Film Festival and Regent 3 Cinema to host an extra dimension to one of the festival’s events this year.

Following the region’s only screening of Ms Information, an observational documentary about scientist Siouxsie Wiles, the audience will be able to ask Gwen Isaac, the film’s director, questions in a live Q&A session.

To make the film, shot during the covid-19 pandemic, Isaac went into lockdown with Wiles and her family, giving her incredible access to the film’s subject.

“She was living with [the Wileses] while the pandemic was becoming ‘a thing’,” Ross said. “So we actually have that really privileged, incredible position of observing Siouxsie’s response and how she was reacting to the news globally leading up to the virus coming into our country.”

Ms Information is not just a film about

how Wiles responded to the pandemic, Ross explained.

“It’s also about how people responded to her and her family.”

Because of lockdown

restrictions, Isaac “couldn’t take a whole crew with her”, Ross said.

“It was her doing everything. So, she had to learn really quickly how to hold a camera

and operate a boom mic and edit at the same time – it was really quite remarkable what she was doing and what she has done.”

Ross has been bringing

film directors, producers, cinematographers and actors to Wairarapa audiences with her Film Talks initiative since 2017 when she moved back to Masterton from Dunedin.

“The Film Festival has always been about engagement with the community,” Ross said. “For me, it’s always been important to connect with New Zealand filmmakers.”

Frequently, Ross would discover New Zealand filmmakers she spoke to would have a connection with Wairarapa.

“This is how it all sort of culminated in me setting up Film Talks as an initiative, where I would create events, invite filmmakers and invite the community to come and meet them and talk to them.”

Film Talks has led Ross to create a podcast by the same name with Arrow FM and launch the Wairarapa Film Festival, an annual event held in autumn.

• Ms Information is screening at Regent 3 Cinema on Saturday, August 26 at 3.15pm as part of Whānau Mārama New Zealand International Film Festival. Tickets can be purchased online at www.nziff.co.nz or from Regent 3 Cinema.

Director of Ms Information Gwen Isaac will host a live Q&A on her documentary on Siouxsie Wiles [pictured] after a screening at Regent 3 Cinema in Masterton.

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The first home dream

When the owners of a small Masterton house outgrew their property, real estate agent Anneka Billing used her best skills to get them a quick sale.

With an open plan, great indoor-outdoor flow and a picket fence, the house was in near-new condition, but well-loved with a sense of fun and magic.

The vendors, sisters Olivia and Emma Pringle, were keen for their next property investment, so Billing sprang into action with a listing form, open homes and smart online marketing for her clients.

The one-room house offered prospective first

home buyers “French windows, sweet planter boxes… and your very own letterbox”, Billing’s property adverting said.

“Two of my youngest vendors have entrusted me to market and sell their treasured first home. Their fondest memories are letters from Santa and hot sunny days playing ice cream shops.”

Billing called on mums, dads, aunts, uncles, grannies, koros and education centres to view the house, which had a condition of removal from its current site.

However, using a smart real estate marketing carrot, Billing – who is a Property Brokers Wairarapa agent – offered free delivery in Wairarapa.

Raffle with a roar

in Masterton.

As the deadline sale approached last Friday at 5pm, Billing received buyer enquires such as: “How many bedrooms and bathrooms please?”

Her answer: “One and none.”

The tiny dwelling – a wooden playhouse –attracted nine strong offers. Masterton grandmother Christine was the winner with a cash offer of $350.

Billing said the sale was a breeze: “No builder’s report, no LIM, no finance, no due diligence and not subject to house sale.”

Christine’s young tenants will be in well before Christmas and can look forward to decorating in their own style.

Pickering said the Monster Raffle was great value for money.

Masterton Lions Club has unveiled first prize in its Monster Raffle – a brand spanking new Ford Puma car.

The 2023 Ford Puma STLine Mild Hybrid is being raffled by the club to raise funds for the Wellington Free Ambulance [WFA] new station build in Masterton.

Tickets are $100 each, a book of five is $450 and the raffle is limited to 1000 tickets.

The dark grey Ford Puma is valued at $40,790 and its top spot in the raffle is thanks to primary sponsor, Fagan Motors Limited

Masterton Lions viewed the car at Fagans last week – and just like the car, they were purring over support thrown behind the community service project.

It means they can offer 20 prizes, including a new E-bike valued at $2500, a trailer valued at $1800, plus more yet-tobe-confirmed prizes and high-value vouchers for use throughout Wairarapa.

Keith Allen, Fagan Motors dealer principal, said the business was very proud to be a major supporter of the Masterton Lions raffle: “The new WFA station is going to be a wonderful asset for our community, which we will all benefit from. We are privileged to be part of it.”

Masterton Lions Club project manager Gary

“Lions members encourage everyone to contribute to this important work. You will truly help Lions make a difference for everyone in our community requiring urgent medical care,” he said.

“We plan to have tickets available at a variety of participating businesses and will take other opportunities to sell them at events.”

WFA is aiming to raise $3 million from the Wairarapa community to contribute to its $7 million station build.

• Raffle tickets will be sold September 2 to November 30 and drawn on December 15. For ticket information call 021 085 74303. For Lions Club information call Richard Ayers 021 723 511.

Real estate agent Anneka Billing with her delighted vendors, Olivia and Emma Pringle.

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Masterton Lions show o˜ ÿ rst prize. From left: Gary Pickering, John Murphy, Nick McGruddy [also a Fagan Motors sales consultant], Jack Hayes and Peter Ferris, with Wellington Free Ambulance community liaison Cheryl Watson.

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Brimful of accolades

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Wairarapa creatives made a big impression at the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography [NZIPP] Iris Awards in Christchurch this year, with 12 photographers returning home with more than 70 accolades between them.

The Iris Awards, which take place during the two-day NZ Photography Show, have been running for more than 35 years and celebrate the innovation and excellence of professional photography.

Among the entrants was Greytown local Kylie Alexander.

Iris 2023 was Alexander’s third year of entering and she was “absolutely rapt” to come away with four bronze awards and one professional standard award.

“To win an award gives me the confidence I’m on the right track with my photography,” Alexander said.

“That emotion was a surprise but is a testament to the passion and how proud we are of the whole group.”

Courtney Ewington, NZIPP Student Photographer of the Year 2023.

“It pushes me to do better and keep doing something that I love.”

For first-time entrant, Robyne Kippen, who runs Chester Road Photography, Iris was also an extremely positive experience.

“I absolutely loved it,” said Kippen, who was awarded bronze in the landscape and documentary categories.

“The atmosphere at the awards and conference was one of motivation, perseverance, positivity and encouragement.”

Like Alexander, for Kippen the NZ Photography Show was as much about

making connections and professional development as it was about the Iris

competition. “I attended as many of the workshops and

one-on-one sessions as I could and came away with my cup brimming full of inspiration and motivation to learn more and to value my work and efforts.”

Kippen appreciated the support offered by seasoned local Iris entrants such as Esther Bunning, Terry WrefordHann and Rebecca Kempton.

The peer support is very helpful, given that photographers “are our own worst critics” and

“choosing images to enter is the hardest part”, third-time entrant Sarah Watkins said.

Courtney Ewington won three silver awards, one gold and was named NZIPP Student Photographer of the Year.

“There were tears when our lovely local photographers won their categories and I think that emotion was a surprise but is a testament to the passion and how proud we are of the whole group,” she said.

Some of this year’s entrants in the NZIPP Iris Awards. Back row: (L) Rebecca Kempton, Terry Wreford-Hann, Sarah Watkins, Belinda Pratt, Amber Griffin, Helen Smith, Karen Miller, Robyne Kippen. Front row: (L) Esther Bunning, Courtney Ewington. PHOTO/EVAN DAVIES

Robyne Kippen’s overhead shot of the coast won bronze in the landscape category.

PHOTO/ROBYNE KIPPEN

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Winter season drawing to a close

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As the region edges towards spring, hats off to Wairarapa’s young sports players [not forgetting their coaches and supporters] who have been showing up to practice and play this season, sometimes through driving rain, cold winds and even fog.

A great example of this dedication is Wairarapa’s Under-10s soccer teams.

Players in teams such as the Carterton Pumas, Greytown Lynx, Douglas Villa Wizards and Wairarapa United Lions have been in action “just about every Saturday morning, starting about 8.45am”, soccer parent Jonathan Hooker said.

They played weekly games across the district.

“They even played in the fog in Martinborough when most grounds were closed,” Hooker said. “They’ve only missed one Saturday because of the weather.”

On the rugby pitch, the Masterton Red Star U11 Rams won the Dickson Shield, having been undefeated all season.

Rams coach Chris Senior said the kids loved playing “under the big lights, on a big fields, in front of a good crowd” for the final. “It’s a step

towards the big time, isn’t it?” he said.

In junior netball, 37 teams over nine grades competed for several weeks at Wairarapa

Netball Courts, culminating in an exciting [and loud] finals day.

In the Higgins Year 7/8 finals, Greytown Fresh Choice triumphed

over Eke Tuis in a nailbiter of a match.

Scores were pretty much level until the final quarter when Greytown Fresh Choice inched ahead to

close the game 20-16.

“Congratulations to this group of young players,” coach Carla Didsbury said.

“It’s one thing to get to a final, but often it’s very

hard to actually come together for a win given the intense nature of finals netball. They held their nerve and stood up to the pressure.”

U10s Douglas Villa.

Greytown Fresh Choice Yr7/8 celebrating their win.

U10s Wairarapa United Lions [Green] v Greytown Lynx.

The Masterton U11 Rams had a very successful season. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED

Introducing the RUNHOLDER: a landmark celebration of Martinborough’s land and bounty

The Runholder at 89 Martins Road, Martinborough, is a new home uniting Foley Wines’ Wairarapa wineries

Te Kairanga and Martinborough Vineyard, as well as local distillery Lighthouse Gin.

Boasting a tasting room, casual and formal dining areas, private VIP dining room, cosy fire, extraordinary menu and extensive wine list, subterranean barrel hall, and working distillery, The Runholder is something special. It’s a modern and innovative expression of Wairarapa’s tradition of living o the land.

Set on a run of land originally held by Martinborough’s pioneering namesake, John Martin, this architecturally designed building is nestled between vines and the edge of the Martinborough Terrace overlooking the valley and the hills beyond. The site’s ancient soils deliver some of the finest pinot noir in Aotearoa.

The vision for The Runholder was initiated by American wine billionaire Bill Foley together with Mark Turnbull, Foley Wines’ CEO, and executed by Nott Architects.

“In 2020, Bill said to me that this building would be iconic for the region. We believe The Runholder delivers on that,” says Mark. The building’s design is a nod to the region’s iconic woolsheds, and its name reflects the richly historied run of land the building it sits on.

From the ample carpark, visitors can stroll up the path and enter through the large tasting room. Trevor Smith, Holmes Construction’s project manager of the build, says: “The colours and roofline of the building echo the rolling hills and the ranges beyond.”

With classic cedar cladding, a sheltered entrance opening into a large space for tastings and a stunning view out over the valley, The Runholder makes a bold statement from the outset. “Over time,” Trevor says, “the building will mature into its setting like a fine wine.”

Stage one of the build involved demolishing the old barrel hall, a vast excavation, and then building the basement - one twelve tonne

recast concrete panel at a time. Because Te Kairanga needed the space in time for the next year’s vintage of wine, the Holmes Construction team pulled this feat o in six months. Today, the basement holds 1,300 barrels of wine. Holmes Construction built the original winery on this site in the 1980s, and Tim Shadbolt’s concrete company poured the floor.

On the ground level, the open kitchen and two distinct dining spaces segue seamlessly across a large space featuring soaring ceilings, skylights, and spectacular views. Both casual and formal dining experiences are on o er. A separate VIP room will also be available for private parties of up to twelve.

Head Chef Tim Smith helped design The Runholder’s kitchen, which he describes as “top of the line and a chef’s dream.” He’s had a long association with the Foley group, including five

years at Wharekauhau and at Rock Creek Cattle Company, Montana - and these experiences have clearly influenced his menu at The Runholder.

With dishes such as crudo, smoked lamb ribs, charcuterie, and traditional Neapolitan-style pizza from the wood fired pizza oven, you’re spoilt for choice for casual dining while sipping on a glass of wine or a tasting tray.

A massive open fire grill, which can roast an entire sheep over hot manuka coals, serves up large cuts of beef with farm style salads while an impressive smoker turns out dishes infused with kanuka and manuka sourced from George, next door.

Wherever possible, The Runholder kitchen sources its produce from Wairarapa neighbours including Tora Collective, Wharekauhau Country Estate, Olivo Olive Oil, and Vagabond Vege.

Jono Hobden brings an impressive hospitality background to his role as Venue Manager at The Runholder. “Our vision for The Runholder is for a welcoming place for people from all walks of life, whether you’re after a casual lunch or a four-course meal.”

Jono says: “The Runholder is an important investment for Martinborough. We can host a variety of events that haven’t been possible to host in the area previously. A hundred people or more can be seated across the dining spaces.”

The tasting room, cellar door, and restaurant is open Thursday to Monday, 11am to 4pm. To book, go to therunholder.co.nz/book.

Visit The Runholder.

89 Martins Road, Martinborough

Open: Thursday – Monday, 11am - 4pm Phone: 06 306 9122 | Visit: therunholder.co.nz

“The Runholder is an important investment for Martinborough. We can host a variety of events that haven’t been possible to host in the area previously. A hundred people or more can be seated across the dining spaces.”

Colour me inspired

The other week, a daughter of a friend of mine suggested I write a story about inspirational young people.

It was early. It was Saturday. We were dancing about on the sidelines of a netball court

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read my editorial about older people who inspired me [see Midweek August

thought. A young’un reading a newspaper? How analog.

transformed from eager ball-chucking caterpillars, to netball-playing butterflies.

It had been a sports metamorphosis, guided by the expertise [and patience] of their coach, cheered on by their parent and caregiver supporters, but entirely implemented and owned by them, the players.

On this chilly but bright Saturday, they seemed, to my untrained eye, to be channeling everything they’d learned over the past 12 weeks and making

Before I go much further, I should disclose one of my offspring was playing Wing Defence.

But I hope I can temper any charge of bias by taking you to Google

Hover above the planet just a couple of hundred metres and what I witnessed was being replicated across the district, across all sorts of

Zoom out a little further still and you would catch a glimpse of some more of the 134,447 schoolaged children estimated by School Sport NZ to regularly participate in sport in Aotearoa training, playing and

competing that day.

It’s not just in sports in which our rangitahi are showing grit, determination and spirit.

You only have to open the pages of a Midweek to see kids creating, giving, sharing, winning and trying.

There will be others for whom taking part and joining in doesn’t come so easily. Alongside factors such as illness and poverty that may impact a young person’s ability to seize the day, these are not easy times we live in.

While we like to think [or hope] Covid-19 is firmly in the rear-view mirror, the insidious adverse effects of growing up in lockdown will continue to reverberate on the health and wellbeing of our young people for years to come.

There is no minimum threshold for achievement and there is no correlation between the size and scale of the achievement and the inspiration it can generate.

Open minds, open hearts, spotting the small wins as well as major slam dunks. Maybe that’s a recipe we need in these interesting times.

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As a child, I spent a lot of time …

Riding my BMX bike.

My dream set of wheels is …

XB Ford Falcon GT351 Coupe.

I would love more time to … Travel.

My favourite local shop is …

Café Strada.

A song I know all the words to is …

‘Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad’ by Meatloaf.

Wairarapa needs …

100kph SH2 speed limit. The 80kmh limit between Masterton and Featherston is ridiculous and it will not help our region’s productivity.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever received is …

Be ruthless with standards but gracious with people.

The most awe-inspiring place I’ve visited is …

The Grand Canyon.

The best souvenir I’ve picked up anywhere in the world is …

My wife. Deÿ nitely a trophy bride! No, just kidding … Bernadine is my rock.

The most famous person I’ve met is …

Australian car racing legend Dick Johnson.

The best prize I’ve won in a ra˜ e or draw is …

A rugby ball.

My favourite breakfast is … Bacon, eggs and hash browns.

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INVITATION BOOK LAUNCH AND READING

WILLOW IN UNDERWOOD

By A. Yeoman

“Evil has escaped into the world and landed in the White House. Willow and her new friends keep darkness at bay as friendship, love, and the realisation of identity grow.

A story about the big and little things that make up life”.

6.15pm, Wednesday 30 August 2023 at Almo’s Books, Carterton

Author introduced by Andrew Denholm, Publisher, Wairarapa Times-Age

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CUTIE OF THE WEEK

Midweek editor Erin Kavanagh-Hall and her husband Matt were thrilled to welcome their son into the world last week. Finn Alexander Damian arrived on August 15 at 3.07pm, weighing 5lbs 7oz. Erin says Finn has his mum’s nose and his dad’s ears and chilled-out personality – and is “perfect in every way”.

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Tamariki grow from many tiny seeds

with Wiremu Dawson. Dawson, who is one of the kaumātua, described the sense of generational growth that he experienced in the paintings and kōrero of the tamariki and called this whakatipuranga.

Keate’s exhibition looks at the role of trees and shines a light on the restoration process that is currently happening in South Wairarapa along the Ruamāhanga river.

Over the last six weeks, the children have planted native trees and grasses beneath the forest giants at Waihenga Bush and in the wetland restoration at Ruamāhanga Farm.

Along with conservation skills, the tamariki learnt to slow down, look, listen and express what was important to them through art, written and spoken word.

Supported by Rod Sugden and Jane Riddiford of Ruamāhanga Farm, the

Tamariki from Te Kura O Paetūmokai – Featherston School working with artist Jenny Keate at Aratoi.

children were asked to reflect on their experiences of planting an understory, beneath the forest giants at Waihinga bush.

The children discussed the qualities of the forest and identified values they felt were important. Through a ‘freefall’ writing exercise, they imagined themselves to be a tiny

CONSERVATION KŌ RERO

seed in the moist dark soil, waiting until conditions were right for them to make their journey into the light. What did they feel? What did they see? What did they hope for?

In the spirit of call and response between children and artist, these paintings weave in parts of their writing. Leading up to

conservation week, the children took part in three more sessions including planting, art, creative writing and speaking. They grew their understanding of the important role they can play in supporting the forest and wetland areas along the Ruamāhanga.

The workshop was held at Hau Ariki Marae,

The children created a collaborative work made up of pieces extracted from larger paintings and can be seen included in Keate’s exhibition.

Artists:

Myra-Lee Turner-Sinclair, Hunter Isbister, Satriani Ngaweketuhimata, PJ Rogers, Declan Hoyle, Jayden Pirimona, Aniwa Ducommun, Haylow Taitapanui, Khalyous Keir, Fletcher Baker, Thomas Cremen, Jonah Stanley, Jharal Hohipuha.

Generously supported by Gordon Harris the Art and Graphic Store and BJ Ball Papers.

• Jenny Keate: ‘Looking Sideways’ showing until August 27.

Nurturing nature to improve your neighbourhood

What’s over your back fence? Is there a spot nearby that could do with a little bit of love?

A hop, skip and a jump from the Philps family home is a small, special place where a little bit of love has made a whole lot of difference.

A little creek which forms part of Masterton’s storm water network, runs beneath a small white bridge alongside The Crossing between Cole St and Essex St. Eels live here and it was the eels which drew the Philps kids to this spot in the first place,

“The kids love coming down here to feed the eels,” their dad Adam Philps said. “But we wondered how they got on in times of low flow when the weeds built up

and filled in the creek. We noticed that the weeds didn’t get so bad in the shaded areas and we wondered if we could address the problem by providing more shade.”

It’s time once again for dog walkers to look out for our feathered friends, who are starting to nest at Henley Lake.

As normal at this time of year, dogs must be kept on a lead in the wetland area of the park, (highlighted in yellow on the map). Leads are required in this area from 1 August until 30 November.

Council sta will be touching base with dog walkers to make sure they are clear about on-lead areas. There is still plenty of room for dogs to roam free as long as they are still under active control. Please be aware birds may be nesting in other areas. For information on o -lead areas in the Masterton district, search “Where can I take my dog?” on the Council website: www.mstn.govt.nz

And remember, dogs should be on a lead whenever they are on a street footpath or any public place that is not designated an o -leash area. Dogs are not permitted in the Masterton CBD.

So in 2021, the family approached the owners of Lyndale Resthome, whose land borders the creek. They shared their idea of planting up the area with native plants that would

keep the water shaded and cool, as well as promote bird and insect life around the creek. Not only did the owners give them the go ahead, they also gave them money to buy the plants for the project.

Odell Surgue, Masterton District Council’s parks and reserves advisor, helped them to choose the right plants for the spaces and the family got to work. Now, native grasses hang over the edges of the creek, flaxes protect the wetter parts of the soil and larger shrubs and trees like ti kouka stand on the higher ground.

“The area’s not far away from being self sustaining,” Philps said, although pest trapping and some weeding will be ongoing. “The key has been to keep it small and manageable. It’s given us

a sense of kaitiakitanga and we love sharing it with friends and relations. Because the eels have more places to hide, it adds to the excitement whenever they pop out of a new bit of habitat. It’s just one of the little things that makes it a magical place for kids to grow up in.”

Philips encourages other families to get involved in a small biodiversity project of their own if they have a little spot they know about, like this one – “naturally beautiful but needing some attention”.

• Wairarapa Pūkaha to Kawakawa Alliance [WaiP2K] is a network of communities and organisations working together to support, sustain and grow environmental restoration in Wairarapa.

Ali Mackisack WaiP2K

Planting and pest control go hand in hand.

ARATOI

Last week, Aratoi welcomed some special visitors from Te Kura O Paetūmokai – Featherston School. These tamariki have been working with artist Jenny Keate and her current exhibition ‘Looking Sideways’.

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Time to take the lead

Lifestyle

Religion, chess and life values

Tim Nelson Midweek

Rules to live by

In the book Religion for Atheists, author Alain de Botton describes how religions have sets of rules to live by, with the 10 Commandments being an example. These guide followers to live lives that are, from the perspective of the religion, virtuous and good.

Not all of us are religious, though, which is essentially the message of de Botton’s book, but coupled with the idea that even the non-religious have a lot that can be learned from religion. For example, anyone could choose their own set of rules to live by – rules that govern our actions and guide us towards being the sort of person we want to be. The same can apply to organisations with their

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values. Lakeview School, where I am principal, has five values that we aim to have guiding us, from senior management to the newest enrolled five-yearold. Yes, there will be times when we fall short of the ideal, but provided we get back on track, the organisation will become what the values push it towards being.

Play chess I have just started playing online chess. It’s a game I used to play a lot as a child before the concept of online games even existed and I did start playing online years ago, when the online format first became widely available.

Chess is a timeless game. It has remained pretty much the same for hundreds of years and is

just as popular as ever. It’s also a game accessible to anyone, either playing locally on an actual board, or playing someone from across the world.

If you don’t have local competition, it’s definitely awesome being able to play opponents from exotic locations that you’ve only seen on a map.

Actually playing the game of chess teaches so much: patience; strategy; problem solving… all skills that will cross over into other areas of your life. Perhaps most importantly, chess is genuinely good fun and as you approach the end of a match, quite exhilarating.

My advice – learn the basics then start playing as soon as you can. You’ll learn and get better with experience, perhaps developing a lifelong passion for one of the world’s greatest games.

In˜ uence positively if you can I have been listening to the Rugby Pod recently. I enjoy the three pundits; they are entertaining, funny, informative and don’t take themselves too seriously. When they make errors they laugh about them, admit their mistakes and move on.

Recently, one of the hosts has lost a lot of weight after deciding to become fitter and healthier. Through this process, he has shared what he is doing and the results he

has achieved. A thing I like about what he shares about his journey to health, is that there have been speed bumps along the way and he’s not perfect – one of the reasons he is making a lot more positive choices, is so he can make the occasional not so positive one. This could include beers with his friends, or a large decadent dessert at the end of a meal.

I think it’s important that we share things we do, that can positively influence others. This can potentially inspire them to make more positive choices themselves, especially if they are of a similar mindset in regards to their interests. All of us can influence others to change. It could be just one person, or it

could be a much larger group. We just need to be prepared to share our stories.

How to be exceptional Author and general advocate for being the very best you can be, David Goggins, has a theory on how we can be exceptional. In our lives we all live moving from peak to peak, with these highs representing the more exciting periods, or times in which we have experienced success in one form or another. However, the very phrase ‘peak to peak’ suggests that there must be lows as well. There will always be

times in which we need to do the mundane or seemingly boring tasks that come with little glamour, but are absolutely necessary. This could be things like the Tuesday morning run in freezing conditions, 10 weeks before the marathon you have entered, or taking care of routine admin tasks before the big presentation at a work conference. The way in which we do the routine, the boring, the mundane, is what will lead to us achieving and enjoying the peaks. They are the foundations of our success and if we do them to the best of our abilities, we will be exceptional.

Be open minded with where you seek wisdom Religion plays a huge role in the lives of many people and very little, if any, for so many others. However, regardless of the position you take, there is something that all of us can learn from religion and the customs behind it.

Alain de Botton, the person behind the wonderful School of Life organisation I often write about, has written a book called Religion for Atheists. I’ve only just started reading it and I am looking forward to delving into the content immensely. As the title suggests, the book is about what atheists can learn and benefit from religious practices. One example is the value of community, especially in a time of isolation and loneliness. Of course community can be found in many places; I get it through places like sports teams, gyms and cafe culture. Religion is based on community – people getting together around a common idea or belief, supporting each other, looking out for others in the group, just being aware of what the needs of others may be. If we open our minds and widen our perspective, we can look beyond the doors that we have always kept closed and see how we can add rituals to our lives based on those that are part of the traditions we may not otherwise believe in.

Earning trust

I have been reading a book about long term success. One of the organisations in the book is one I know quite a lot about, whereas the others I know next to nothing about.

Early in the book, I came across an error about the organisation I know a lot about, but I let it go. However, I have noticed more inaccuracies as I have continued through the book. In all cases, they fit the narrative, but I feel that what is being shared seems to be done to fit the position of the book, as opposed to being strictly true. This has made me question what is shared about the organisation I know little about – is the same liberal use of truth being applied here as well? Trust is such an important part of life. It is something that is hard earned and easily lost. However, there is one way in which it can be maintained, this being through honesty. It may not always be easy or convenient to tell the truth, but doing so is a pathway to trust – something I consider to be one of the most important values of all.

Share what works

In a competitive world, it could seem like a good idea to keep best practice and ideas to ourselves. Why would we want others to know what we’re doing that makes us successful? Won’t

this just give them the same edge that we have?

The fact is, many leading organisations do share what they do with anyone who asks. This is explained by author Alex Hill in his book Centennials, who gives numerous examples of it, one being the All Blacks, who openly invite others to see many of their systems that have made them an incredibly successful sports team.

An example with a direct impact on Lakeview School has been Martinborough School, who have over many days, shared with my staff what they are doing to improve literacy for their students. Lakeview School teachers have been able to observe lessons, speak to teachers and students and look at processes. Nothing has been asked for in return [although we did provide some delicious morning teas] – there was just a sense that the Martinborough School community wanted the Lakeview School community to experience their same levels of success through positive and planned change.

• 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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HE TĀKAI KŌRERO MAI I WHAKAORIORI MASTERTON MONTHLY WRAP

Former refugees settling in to new home

Eighteen months on from the arrival of the first former refugees in Masterton, 17 families now call the district home.

The new Kiwis are from Pakistan, and the majority are Ahmadiyya – a part of the Muslim community who face persecution in their homeland.

Once Immigration New Zealand has secured housing for a family, New Zealand Red Cross (NZRC) leads the community settlement.

Paul Alsford, NZRC’s Pathways to Settlement Manager for Masterton, says refugee support volunteers play a key role in helping families get settled.

“Currently, we have 25 trained, local volunteers. Volunteers set up houses before the families arrive, welcome them on day one... take them to important first appointments such as the local school and to their English language class,” Paul said. “The volunteers are a familiar face for families as they get used to their new community.”

Central to ensuring families settle well in their new community is NZRC local connections with mana whenua, local government, organisations, and social service agencies.

Tashriq Hanif is one of the Wairarapa Ahmadiyya community leaders involved in welcoming newcomers.

“We have a growing Ahmadiyya community and newly arrived families very much appreciate having a familiar link when they arrive in their new home,” he said.

Masterton District Council coordinates a Refugee Resettlement Steering Group made up of representatives from agencies and groups working with families.

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The group is co-chaired by Cr Stella Lennox and Ahmadiyya Imam Mustenser Qamar.

Cr Lennox said the Council was delighted to provide a forum for coordinating support. “Our new families are adding to our community and it is a real pleasure to be involved in this process.”

Mustenser appreciates the support shown by the Masterton community. “Arriving in a new community can be very challenging for these new arrivals but want to pass on my thanks to all those in the community who have provided support to ease that process.”

Alternative cycleway route preferred

Masterton District Council is investigating an alternative route for the proposed Eastside Link cycleway between Lansdowne and Kuripuni, running down Johnstone Street, Mākoura Road, and Kuripuni Street.

The Council decided at an extraordinary meeting on 9 August not to proceed with the proposed route along Colombo Road and Herbert Street.

The Transport Choices project would be funded through the Climate Emergency Response Fund (CERF) administered by Waka Kotahi which will need to approve the change of route, and will also be asked to consider linking the cycleway with recreational trails.

To keep up-to-date and report issues, download Antenno from your Apple App Store or Google Play store.

The Council will make a final decision on the project at a meeting in September.

Sheilah Jacay, NZRC’s Pathways to Employment Manager, Masterton says gaining employment is a key step for former refugees settling well and moving towards independence.

“When a person is available and able to look for work, New Zealand Red Cross provides employment services to help them find meaningful employment matching their skills, and providing access to further training.”

For information about becoming a support volunteer, click ‘Get Involved’ on the NZRC website: www.redcross.org.nz

Have your say on waste minimisation

Time is running out to have your say on the draft Wellington Region Waste Minimisation Plan.

Councils throughout the greater Wellington region have developed a plan to reduce the amount of waste we produce.

Submissions on the draft plan can be made through the Council website, closing on 1 September.

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More than 30 years of support for Masterton District Library by the Masterton Trust Lands Trust is being celebrated following the latest grant of $25,000, which has seen total contributions since 1991 pass $500,000. The regular annual grant, applied for by the Council, is used to buy high-demand books, where possible from local suppliers, and supports programmes such as One Book - Community, and the Beyond the Page Festival. It also enables new lending opportunities for nontraditional items including ukeleles, board games, and a sewing machine.

One Book – One Community is a Wairarapa-wide reading event that encourages everyone to read the same book and come together for discussion and

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activities to promote awareness of libraries and foster a sense of community through reading.

Beyond the Page is a collaboration between five Wellington region public libraries that enables people to experience libraries beyond books, including creative, energetic, entrepreneurial, tech-driven, and adventurous activities.

Library and Archive Manager Ti any Rawlings thanked the Trust for their ongong support.

“We greatly appreciate the generous support of the Trust over a long period. It allows us to respond when we have books with up to 200 people on the waiting list, as well as o ering activities that demonstrate what libraries can o er beyond books.”

Council Meetings

The meetings of the Council and its committees for the coming month are listed below.

Unless specified, all meetings will be held in the Kiwi Room at Waiata House, 27 Lincoln Road, Masterton. Members of the public are welcome to attend these meetings. The meetings will also be accessible to the public via the livestream on the Masterton District Council YouTube channel. Agendas will be available on the Council website (www.mstn.govt.nz) and copies will be available for inspection at the main Council o ce, 161 Queen Street, and at the Library, 54 Queen Street, two working days prior to the meeting.

Opportunity for Public Comment

To mark Welcoming Week 2023, Masterton District Council is hosting a day of cultural performances, food, music, and fun.

Be a part of a great community event!

For more information and to register a performance and/or food stall – email: events@mstn.govt.nz

Registrations close Friday, 4pm Friday 25 August

9 September 2023 10am - 2pm Park Street, Masterton

At the beginning of some meetings, 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, phone 370 6300 or email mdc@mstn.govt.nz at least one clear day before the meeting.

What’s On

Today Wednesday 23 August 3pm Audit and Risk Committee meeting

Friday 1 September 4pm Waste Management and Minimisation consultation closes

Wednesday 6 September 9am Awards and Grants Committee meeting

Saturday 9 September 10am Cultural Festival

Wednesday 13 - Friday 15 September

Events at the library for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori - for more info visit: www.library.mstn.govt.nz

Wednesday 13 September 3pm Council Meeting

Holiday horrors spoil fun

Things going wrong on a holiday can be devastating and hard to get over.

Most of us save hard for our holidays and the excitement of going away can be quite overwhelming. The last thing we want is things to go wrong, or not being as we expected.

Of course, some things are beyond anyone’s control. Having a travel agent means you have someone to call on for help, but if you like to go it alone, that also applies to trying to fix the problem.

I don’t recall having anything go really wrong on my holidays. Well, actually, that’s not quite true. My first wife and I had a blazing row… about divorce, on the second day of our honeymoon and didn’t speak for three days, but I don’t think that counts. Does it?

The complaints some people make are quite silly sometimes.

You would have to feel rather sorry for the travel agent who received the following complaint: “My fiancé and I booked a twinbedded room but we were placed in a double-bedded

room. We now hold you responsible for the fact I find myself pregnant. This would not have happened if you had put us in the room that we booked.”

We used to have a sign in the travel agency I worked in:

1. The customer is always right.

2. If the customer is wrong, go back to A. It was very hard to apply this rule to one particular very unpleasant customer. I expected her to come home from her holiday to Western Australia to see the wildflowers and complain about something. That was just the nature of the person. And I wasn’t wrong.

The basin in the bathroom in her Perth hotel had a crack in it. That was her complaint. No, she didn’t say anything at the hotel. She thought she would come home and whine about it to me. However, I handled it with my usual decorum [a smile is still a smile, even if it is through gritted teeth] but the same woman was later banned permanently from the office for verbally

abusing staff.

Thomas Cook Travel in the UK has released a list of some of the genuine complaints they have received from customers about their holiday:

• We booked an excursion to a water park but you didn’t tell us we had to take our swimsuits.

• You did not warn me that I would get wet on the river rafting trip. I ruined a $300 leather handbag.

• You said the town was next to a volcano. But there was no lava. I’m pretty sure it was just a mountain.

• It’s lazy of local shopkeepers to close in the afternoon. I often need to buy things during ‘siesta time’ – this should

be banned.

• The animals at the zoo looked sad and made our children cry. Couldn’t they have trained them better?

• The brochure states ‘no hairdressers at the hotel’. We are hairdressers. Will we still be allowed to go? [This isn’t a complaint, but it’s very funny].

• We went to a Mexican restaurant in Rome and the waiter was Italian. You assured us Italy was the best place for an authentic food experience.

• On our trip to India, our son was very disappointed and our holiday was ruined when he couldn’t just

get a hamburger anywhere we went. You should have warned us what to expect, as we wouldn’t have gone in the first place.

• What’s all the hype about the Great Wall of China. It’s not that great and it’s really run down and old. And my favourite:

• We had to cut short our trip to Yellowstone because we were informed that they do not cage the animals at night for our protection. This is just dangerous and unacceptable. I would say thick as a plank. But I don’t want to insult the plank.

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FLY FISHING

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This six-week course will give you an introduction to the art of fly-fishing – learning to cast, choosing appropriate fishing gear, locating trout, as well as a fly-fishing session on a local river with members of the Wairarapa Fly-Fishing Club.

Where: The Spot, 365 Queen Street, Masterton

Dates: Tuesday Evenings 26 September to 31 October 2023 (6 weeks)

Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Must Enrol by: 21 September 2023

Cost: $120

Tutor: John Pansters

OAMARU STONE CARVING #42516

In this one-day workshop you will learn the basic techniques to carve Oamaru Stone and create your own take-home Oamaru Stone Taonga. Limited Spaces.

Where: Hau Kainga, 15 Queen Street, Masterton

Date: Saturday16 September 2023

Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Must Enrol by: 10 September 2023

Cost: $85

Tutor: Heather Newland

UPHOLSTERY FOR BEGINNERS #42341

Love that old piece of furniture but it’s looking worn and tatty? By the end of this course you will have the skills to deconstruct, reconstruct and recover – breathing life back into an old piece of furniture. This popular 8-week course fills up quickly so register now to confirm your place.

Where: The Spot, 365 Queen Street, Masterton

Dates: Wednesday Evenings,18th October – 6th December (8 weeks)

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Must Enrol by: 13 October 2023

Cost: $220

Tutors: Judy Jeffery and Kathy Wilkie

UKU KOAUAU WORKSHOP #42377

Uku Koauau are a type of flute that is carved from clay.

In this workshop you will learn pūrākau (stories) related to uku and taonga Pūoro. You’ll get to shape, carve and even learn to coax sounds from your very own koauau! Join us at Pūkaha to learn about the tikanga that surrounds koauau in traditional and contemporary contexts.

Where: Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre, 85379 State Highway 2, Mount Bruce

Date: Saturday 2 September 2023

Time: 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Must Enrol by: 28 August 2023

Cost: $10

Tutors: Whaea Everlyne Chase and Matua Te Whatumanawa Warren Chase

Enrolment essential if you wish to attend, so ENROL NOW ONLINE at www.reapwairarapa.nz

Phone (06) 377 1379 0800WAIREAP Email reception@reapwairarapa.nz www.reapwairarapa.nz or pop into REAP House, 340 Queen Street, Masterton.

Note: Your enrolment is not complete until you have paid

Mother Nature painted her art on this ‘canvas’ – a glass-topped table, left outside in the still of a frosty Wairarapa night. Reader Carolyn captured the beautiful result.

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A&K Plumbing, Electrical, & Drainage have got you covered

Andrew Nickson and his wife Kaila do not let the grass grow under their feet. Establishing A&K Plumbing and Drainage about five years ago, they’ve since gone on to establish A&K Traffic Solutions which Kaila runs (including traffic management plans) and have also produced a baby boy Alfred (named after the butler in Batman).

And now Andrew and Kaila have purchased Greytown Plumbing & Electrical, merging and rebranding the two plumbing companies as A&K Plumbing, Electrical, & Drainage. Andrew, a certified plumber and drainlayer, is well set up at his Greytown base with a team of nine tradies (including Andrew) “plus Lisa in the office and mum, who does the accounts.”

“Former owner of Greytown Plumbing & Electrical, Aaron Smylie, was keen for his company to stay local, and we were the perfect solution,” Andrew says. His first ever job as a plumber, back in the day, was with Aaron. School wasn’t Andrew’s thing, but he left top in NCEA Level 1 workshop technology and had already lined up work with Aaron, aged only 17.

The merger provides customers with many benefits. “We can be more efficient with scheduling staff and jobs,” Andrew says, “which means we can get your job completed faster. We’re value for money.”

For things like changing hot water cylinders or installing heat pumps, all the plumbing and electrical components can be staged and sorted within the firm. In new builds, muck-

ups can be avoided. “We don’t get in each other’s way.” The firm has established local contacts throughout the trade industries too, which helps it deliver seamlessly on its work. A&K is essentially a one-stop shop for all your plumbing, electrical, and drainage needs.

A&K has all the machines to do the work, too: diggers, trucks, drainage inspection cameras, drain clearing and water jetting gear, equipment to locate pipes and cables, and more.

The company is currently working with prominent local builders on communitybased projects in Masterton. It works for schools, government agencies, and even a real estate rental management company doing “everything from changing washers to major plumbing and electrical work.”

But the mainstay for A&K are the mums and dads across the Wairarapa region: loyal and excellent customers. “We have the capacity, staff, skills, knowledge, expertise - and passion - to do your jobs,” Andrew says.

And A&K operates a 24/7 emergency service, with calls going straight through to Andrew

himself. “Call me, night or day,” he says. Five years ago, A&K consisted of Andrew and his ute. Today, A&K Plumbing, Electrical, and Drainage is a well-established and well-run company of nine tradies with equipment and machines galore. Andrew has the recipe for success down pat. Living in Greytown with his family, Andrew says: “A&K is family owned and operated in your backyard. Give us a call.”

Services they provide include:

• Maintenance

• New builds

• Dishwasher and washing machine installations

• Hot water systems

• Drain clearing and maintenance

• Storm water systems

• Home fire sprinkler installations

• Renovations

• Burst pipes and leaks

• Water tanks and filtration

• Site works and excavations

• Soak pits, sump, and channel installations

• Wiring.

A&K’s leadership team: Andrew, Kaila, and Alfred

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week, and that the fire was out on arrival.

check, which we’re only too happy to do.”

A Carterton resident immersed in a ‘Seven Sharp’ segment about fire safety had a moment of panic when their own smoke alarms went off.

Initially confusing the alarm with the sound effects from the TVNZ episode, which featured a controlled house fire demonstration put together by Fire and Emergency NZ [Fenz], the occupant quickly realised they had a real-life fire on their hands.

A spokesperson from Fenz confirmed that a crew from Carterton fire station responded at 7.20pm on Monday last

“It was extinguished by the occupants, and then the crew helped with ventilation, checking for hotspots, and giving advice.”

Carterton fire station officer Brendon Allen said an electrical failure sparked the blaze and that the occupants had managed to put it out themselves.

“Some of the contents of the room were burning, so they managed to extinguish that with water from the kitchen,” Allen said.

“They were fairly certain it was out but wanted us to come and

Allen said the fact that the fire happened while an occupant was watching a fire safety demonstration was a case of good timing.

“The occupants had smoke alarms in all their bedrooms,” Allen said.

“At the time they were watching the live stream, the smoke alarm in the house operated, alerting them of the fire in the bedroom.”

Allen said that for house fires, they would usually recommend a fire extinguisher be used.

“And if you’re even thinking that the fire’s too big for you, then out of the house and call 111.”

The ‘Seven Sharp’ episode that was playing

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Pioneering spirit fuels Everest Bistro & Café

WINTER HOURS

Shayne Tyacke, owner operator at Everest Bistro and Café since March this year, is taking the café’s o˜ erings to new heights.

Making and serving up great food and co˜ ee has been Shayne’s lifeblood since his ÿ rst job in a Masterton restaurant aged only 15. “And I learned baking from a very young age, standing on a stool at the bench alongside my nana.”

Shayne is joined in the kitchen at Everest by Chef Josh. “Including ourselves, we currently have seven sta˜ , and that will increase over the summer,” Shayne says.

Everest’s menu o˜ ers “back to basics, New Zealand-inspired comfort food.”

It’s food that allows local, hard-working pioneers to fuel up and get going.

Both sweets and savories are available including hearty pies, sausage rolls, ÿ lo pastries, chips, eggs benedict, steak sandwiches, smashed avocado on toast, and even mince on toast with bacon and

eggs. The dinner menu includes steaks, burgers, vegetarian risottos and arancini, ÿ sh, and a Thai beef salad. Wonderful co˜ ee is on o˜ er day and night.

Generally open from 8am to 3pm (winter hours), they open from 5pm on both Friday and Saturday evenings too. And there’s an alcohol license for all the hours they’re open.

“We also cater for meetings and morning tea shouts,” says Shayne.

Once a month on a Sunday, Cuisine Nights o˜ er a menu based on a di˜ erent culture. They’ve o˜ ered Asian and Italian so far. Keep an eye on Everest’s Facebook page to see what’s coming up.

Once every couple of months, on a Friday night, the Bistro & Café also runs a quiz night, with proceeds donated to charity. You can work your way through pizza and chips, have a wine or two, and be part of the family-friendly fun too.

Shayne Tyacke serving up the co˜ ee at Everest Bistro and Café

Artist’s happy vibes

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Masterton artist and author Natalia Turina’s ‘Happy Vibes’ art exhibition is on show at Carterton’s Heart of Arts gallery [HOA] until September 14.

Turina said: “I’ve been an artist for seven and a half years now, and although I had a huge break from creating art, I surprised myself when I came back. I thought, ‘I can still paint and draw well enough’ – it’s never too late to do things we enjoy doing.

“I incorporate emotions into my work

while also creating my own semi-abstract style.”

While Turina loves to use vibrant colours in her work to represent the beauty of nature, she also uses a layered approach that gives her own unique look to her artwork.

Turina said people have described her work as “art that reflects joy and happiness, giving individuals a sense of visual healing”.

“I love creating pieces of artwork based on a customer’s request –from their own photos and ideas,” she said.

“Commission work is challenging but super interesting to paint

as it feels like a little adventure. You never know how people will react when they receive them, and luckily for me, I have only received positive responses.”

Meanwhile, Turina volunteers at HOA gallery in her spare time and has also found the time to publish five picture books.

HOA displays local artworks created in various mediums and supports community events, art workshops, and local youth groups.

• Open Wednesday to Friday, 10am–4pm; Saturday and Sunday, 10am–2pm.

Ra Smith, Te Haututū, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa talks about Māori explorers.

‘Happy Vibes’ will be on display from August 18 until September 14 at Carterton’s Heart of Arts gallery.

Gareth Winter, Wairarapa Archives, talks about early European walkers.

Tracey Higgins launches the full Wairarapa-wide programme

Pene Will explains the Carterton Historical self-guided walk.

Celia Wade-Brown will MC

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Golden

YEARS

Building bridges to connection

THE IMPORTANCE OF COMPANIONSHIP

Companionship, feeling close to other people, is important to all of us. As we age, however, opportunities for companionship can diminish. This is particularly true as we ÿ nish up at work, when friends and partners pass away, if we live remotely, and when our income becomes more constrained so that we pinch pennies by not going out.

When our mobility becomes limited or our hearing starts to fail, we are also more likely to experience isolation. Other factors might include our adult children going overseas or our decision to move into a retirement village where we struggle to connect with strangers.

But quality interactions with other people are essential for the maintenance of our emotional, mental, and even physical, wellbeing – whether those interactions are with family, friends, neighbours, healthcare professionals, or volunteers.

EFFECTS OF ISOLATION

While we often crave solitude, too much of it may not be good for us. Without interaction with others, we can become socially isolated and lonely.

An American study from Tulane University School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine has revealed that the e° ects of social isolation can range from sleeplessness to reduced immune function. Isolation and loneliness have been linked to poor cardiovascular health as well as to a 40 percent increase in the risk of dementia. Loneliness is also associated with higher anxiety, depression, and suicide rates.

BEATING ISOLATION

There are lots of options in Wairarapa for socialising with peers and at low or no cost. Here are some that advertise on the internet.

 Masterton’s Senior Citizens and Beneÿ ciaries Association was formed to give people a chance

to meet others in friendship. They meet at the hall at 12 Cole Street, Masterton, every Tuesday for bowls and cards. The club doesn’t have an age constraint, so anyone who would like to join is welcome. Don’t sit at home feeling lonely.

Contact: Ngarie Walker 06 377 0342. Bill George 06 377 1596.

 Age Concern hires out the hall at 12 Cole Street for exercise groups on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. To ÿ nd out more, contact: 06 377 0066 or 0800 65 2 105. admin@acww.nz www.ageconcernwai.org.nz

 Several clubs involve a small annual fee, which allows you to go along and have a reasonablypriced meal and a glass or two, to listen to music, or play darts or snooker, or get involved in other activities. They’re open all sorts of hours and all age groups are welcome to join. Options include:

 Masterton Club at 98 Chapel Street, Masterton.

Contact: 06 377 3318 inquiry@mastertonclubinc.co.nz www.mastertonclub.co.nz

 Club Wairarapa at 20 Essex Street, Masterton.

Contact: 06 370 0012 ext 4 admin@clubwairarapa.com www.clubwairarapa.com

 Club Carterton at 35 Broadway Street, Carterton.

Contact: 06 379 8069 clubcarterton.o˜ ce@gmail.com www.facebook.com/clubcarterton

 South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club (don’t worry about the word ‘men’, women can also be members!) on the Main Street in Greytown.

Contact: 06 304 9448 swwmc@wise.net.nz www.swwmc.org.nz

Creative spaces are wonderfully warm and welcoming places for people seeking connection. Here are a couple that advertise in Wairarapa:

 King Street Artworks 16 Queen Street, Masterton, is a free, open-

YEARS Golden

door creative space supporting the mental-health and wellbeing of the community. It caters for people who are isolated, and facilitates recovery and builds resilience through inclusion, connection, and creativity.

Contact: 06 378 9777 kingst@kingstartworks.co.nz www.kingstreetartworks.co.nz

 Fareham Creative Space 80 Underhill Rd, Featherston provides creative art workshops, such as pottery, ÿ ne arts, and crafts, including textiles and sewing - these are open to everyone. There are also some structured weekday and weekend programmes. For enquiries and registration, contact: TaraLee Freeman on registrations@farehamcreativespace.nz www.farehamcreativespace.nz

 Menz Sheds are now established across the district, for men (mostly) to share or learn hands-on practical skills, combined with opportunities to connect with others.

 Masterton Henley Lake, Colombo Road Masterton. Contact: 0274 999 430

Still time for cycle say

henleymenzshed@xtra.co.nz

 Carterton.

12 Chester Road.

Contact: cartertonshed@gmail.com www.facebook.com/ MenzshedCarterton

 Greytown.

Contact: 029 200 7317 daneja@gmail.com Women welcome.

 Featherston. 61 Fitzherbert Street.

Contact: 027 450 0660 featherstonmenzshed@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/ FeatherstonMenzShedInc

 Martinborough. 20 Cork Street.

Contact: John on 021 3142 485 or Doug on 027 444 7331 MartinboroughShed@gmail.com

If you’re feeling lonely and depressed, and don’t know where to turn, you can always ring the Depression Helpline, open from 8am to midnight.

Contact: 0800 111 757 text 4202 www.depression.org.nz

Carterton District Council [CDC] is asking for community feedback on its proposal for a new cycleway to connect the town’s schools.

The proposed route starts at South End Park on Brooklyn Rd, connecting the BMX track to South End School, and moving north on SH2 to St Mary’s School and Ponatahi Christian School.

The route continues north on SH2, where it turns down Wakelin St, and goes through Carrington Park to Carterton School.

Waka Kotahi NZTA has provisionally agreed to fund the project to the tune of $918,720, part of a $350m government investment to improve transport choices for people across New Zealand.

The provisional funding is subject to a series of checks, the last of which includes approval of a detailed design, due at the end of September.

CDC has also received an additional $180,000 to provide undercover bike sheds and racks to the schools.

In her report to council’s policy and project committee, CDC community services

manager Glenda Seville said the route will make cycling a safer option for school children.

“We have heard from our school community that SH2 is a major barrier to children biking to school, and we think the provision of a fully separated cycleway will also encourage our community to get on their bikes and make the short journey into town,” Seville said.

“That means fewer cars on our roads, especially at the start and end of the day. That’s a win for our community’s physical health and a win for our environment.”

Carterton mayor Ron Mark said he welcomes the opportunity to provide safer connections for

students.

CDC worked with schools and affected stakeholders to develop a route that will benefit the community.

“We look forward to your feedback on the design so we can get the final sign-off on this great initiative.”

CDC is taking community feedback submissions for its final detailed design until Sunday, August 27.

• Public feedback can be submitted at cdc. govt.nz/haveyoursay or by email to connectingcarterton@ cdc.govt.nz.

• A paper form can also be collected from council offices or the Events Centre and Library.

Concern over rise in land conversions

In Wairarapa, more than 22,000ha was sold in 2021 and 2022 alone.

objectives.

New research shows the number of the country’s sheep and beef land purchased for forestry is “higher than first thought,” according to a recent media release put out by Beef and Lamb New Zealand [BLNZ] this month.

As cited by BLNZ, an updated Orme and Associates report on land-use change from pastoral farming to large-scale forestry shows the amount of land sold for this purpose in 2021 increased by 66 per cent compared to the previous year.

BLNZ chief executive Sam McIvor said the report will be alarming for farmers, rural communities, and New Zealanders in general, who are already concerned about the conversion of foodproducing sheep and beef land into carbon farming.

“The Orme & Associates report was commissioned by BLNZ two years ago to track the amount of land purchased for afforestation and taken out of pastoral production. It initially showed more than 52,000ha of land was purchased for forestry interests in 2021,” he says.

“However, the latest revised data shows that figure to be more than 63,000ha, a 66 per cent increase on 2020 and up from 7000ha in 2017.”

Last year, 3589ha was sold in the Masterton District, 1055ha was sold in South Wairarapa District, and 3895ha was sold in Tararua District.

McIvor said, “25,000ha per year leaving sheep and beef production equates to a loss of $490 million annually [at year 16] at the farm gate. After 16 years, this would amount to $4.2 billion cumulatively lost. This is a $709 million loss annually in export value [at year 16] and a $6 billion loss cumulatively over 16 years. This would total 400,000ha over 16 years. Currently, 200,000ha have been purchased over the past five years.”

Federated Farmers president David Hayes told the Times-Age his organisation is concerned about the amount of good productive farmland that is being lost to forestry.

“Wairarapa Federated Farmers are also very concerned that Wellington Regional Council may adopt its own climate policies that far exceed what is set out at a national level,” he said.

“Federated Farmers support the need to reduce long-lived gases [CO2] to net zero by 2050, and we support the need to reduce shortlived gases [methane]. However, these regional policies are not based on the science for methane and are not aligned to the national level

“When farmers move out and foresters move in, it devastates rural communities. The populations decline and before you know it you don’t have enough people to sustain the schools, shops, and sports teams. It sucks the life out of a region.”

This isn’t a criticism of the farmers who are making decisions about how they should best use their land, Hayes said –instead, it is “a criticism of flawed government policies that are screwing the scrum and sending artificial price signals that artificially inflate the return of forestry”.

“Impractical rules and regulations are undermining the profitability of sheep farming and making it less appealing, while other policies are driving increased forestry conversions,” Hayes said.

“For example, New Zealand is the only country in the world that allows emitters to offset 100 per cent of their emissions using forestry. So that’s exactly what they do – instead of reducing emissions in places like Auckland and Wellington, they just offset by planting trees in our rural communities.

“The policy settings need to urgently change, or communities like the Wairarapa will just end up planted in pines to offset our neighbours down the road in Wellington.”

The Ballance Farm Environment Awards are open for 2023/24 season entries.

Entering in the awards provides an excellent opportunity to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your farming operation, and the issues facing you and your farm, with a team of independent people with a range of skills. Through feedback and proÿ ling winners, the Awards encourage farmers to be more proactive in their resource management by providing them with role models for sustainable land management.

The awards analyse the whole farm system and strongly promote the positives. Every entrant is given a feedback report from a group of specialist judges.

The awards help farming businesses enhance their asset in a variety of ways. Many past participants have entered for the opportunity to gain advice and feedback, not necessarily just to win an award.

Past entrants have commented how useful it was for them to take the time to talk about their farm and walking around it with the judges.

For more information, or to enter, visit Ballance Farm Environment Awards (nzfeawards.org.nz)

www.dairynz.co.nz – 0800 4 DairyNZ – 0800 4 324 7969

Federated Farmers president David Hayes. PHOTOS/FILE

Rebecca King rebecca.king@age.co.nz

Sheep and beef farms being purchased for forestry is “higher than ÿ rst thought”, according to Beef and Lamb New Zealand.

Jumbo crossword

Sudoku

Last week’s crossword solution

ACROSS: 1 One foot in the grave, 10 Trespass, 15 Scythe, 16 Indistinct, 17 Reporter, 19 Pendant, 21 Boxer, 22 Bluebells, 25 Barometer, 27 Measles, 29 Afraid, 33 Lager, 34 Punctual, 36 Needlework, 39 Ail, 41 Hideous, 42 Bursar, 43 Abacus, 44 Damp, 45 Parsnip, 48 Obliterate, 53 Trisect, 57 Navy, 58 Clasps, 59 Estate, 60 Blunder, 62 Spa, 64 Strengthen, 65 Chainsaw, 66 Liken, 69 Shaken, 70 Trinket, 71 Stretcher, 76 Dissected, 77 Audit, 78 Leather, 83 Milliner, 84 Anticlimax, 85 Bandit, 86 Condense, 87 Blowing hot and cold.

DOWN: 2 Nickel, 3 Fated, 4 Ode, 5 Iris, 6 Tadpole, 7 Easter, 8 Ruin, 9 Vocalist, 11 Reeked, 12 Shoplifter, 13 Alto, 14 Strayed, 18 Decelerate, 20 Noon, 23 Debut, 24 Sabotage, 26 Ageless, 28 Enlarge, 30 Patina, 31 Muesli, 32 Adjust, 35 Crumb, 37 Kaput, 38 Fuji, 40 Lava, 45 Pants, 46 Reversal, 47 Polite, 48 Obstetrics, 49 Less, 50 Treacle, 51 Ritual, 52 Titan, 54 Role, 55 Sunrise, 56 Clever, 61 Indecisive, 63 Cadet, 67 Internal, 68 Acre, 69 Seismic, 72 Triumph, 73 Assess, 74 Muslin, 75 Serial, 79 Tunic, 80 Clan, 81 View, 82 Exit, 85 Ban.

Insert the missing letters to complete ten words — five across the grid and five down.

people who mean business

NEED A TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

?

Talk to Richard at Shepherd Traffic Management

A Traffic Management Plan is required any time you’re doing work or activity or events affecting roads or footpaths. That’s because road users – including pedestrians or cyclists – could be affected.

Shepherd Traffic Management has 25 years’ experience. They can assist with applications for Traffic Management Plans and set up sites for roadworks, diversions, road closures or events. They know how to keep all parties safe – workers, pedestrians, and the travelling public.

“We pride ourselves on operating safe sites with good tra c ow. Call us. We can do it all, be it busy state highways, rural roads, or events of any size.”

www.stms.nz Freephone: 0800 737 389 Email: ric@stms.nz

Frame of Mind

If you have the urge to restore and frame old photos, drop in and talk to Pete Nikolaison’s crea�ve team at 117 Perry Street in Masterton. These experienced framers can help you display all the things

that are important to you: photos, posters, artwork, jewellery, Māori cloaks, tapestries, and more.

Bespoke frames can be made to order, drawing from the shop’s wide and high-quality stock of mouldings.

The team also makes up frames for you to browse and purchase off the shelf. They’re value for money.

Alterna�vely, photos can be printed onto canvas and stretched.

www.pete.co.nz | 06 370 3222 | pete@pete.co.nz

PH: 022 171 2901  06 929 8955

E: rayandloriswhitcombe@gmail.com

CARPET CLEANING Jim McBride Painting & Decorating Over 40 years experience

New

and upholstery We also do pest control!

rubbish removal WOW Carpet Cleaning Phone: 06 370 3640 | 027 347 8811

Blocked Drains Carpet Cleaning One stop shop for everything carpets and upholstery. Bring the life back to your carpets

Green waste removal or we can chip it for your garden. ACHIEVABLE OUTCOME BEFORE AFTER

Maintenance Ltd ULTIMATE DRAIN CLEARING EAR WAX REMOVAL Wairarapa Ear Health Clinics Masterton, Carterton, Martinborough To book appt ph: 06 370 6730 or visit www.ears2you.co.nz

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Deaths

JURY, Maxwell Charles (Max). Of Carterton. On 19th August 2023 peacefully at Wairarapa Village, Masterton Aged 87 years. Dearly loved partner and friend of Dawn Loved father of Kevin, Christine and the late Ian and Bruce. Loved Grandad of Nikita Loved brother, brother-inlaw, uncle and friend to many If you wish to make a donation to either the Life Flight Trust or the Wairarapa Cancer Society in memory of Max, this would be appreciated

In accordance with Max’s wishes a private cremation has been held and a family farewell will be held at a later date. Messages to the Jury family C/P.O Box 185, Carterton 5743 or visit www tributes co.nz

Public

CASTLEPOINT

DISTRICT

RECREATIONAL

HALL INC AGM

to be held on Sunday 27th August 2023, 3.00pm at the Hall

Public Notices

OFFICIAL NOTICE.

PROPOSAL TO CLOSE ROADS TO ORDINARY VEHICULAR TRAFFIC

PURSUANT to the Transport (Vehicular Traf c Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that the Carterton District Council proposes to close part of Admiral Road for the purpose of a speed event for the period indicated hereunder:

Period of Closure:

Sunday 15th October 2023 7.00am – 6.00pm

Roads affected:

Admiral Road for the distance of 2.1kms, starting at 1.4kms and nishing at 3.5kms from the Te Whiti Road turn off The closed section will be adequately and properly signposted, at the beginning of the closed road, being manned with radio communication to allow the passage of through traf c in an emergency.

Any person objecting to the proposal is called upon to lodge his/her objection and grounds thereof, in writing before 13th September 2023 at the of ce of the Carterton District Council, Holloway Street, Carterton.

Johannes Ferreira Infrastructure Manager

www.cdc.govt.nz

28 Holloway St, Carterton. info@cdc.govt.nz

The Wairarapa and Tararua Regional Funding Managers for the Tindall Foundation are calling for applications.

Applications must focus on supporting families, have a positive community impact and fit the ‘hand up, not hand out’ spirit of the fund.

Please contact kerri@tararuareap.co.nz or call 06 374 6565 ext. 1 for more information and an application form.

Employment

MARTINBOROUGH HEARTLAND SERVICE MANAGER

Looking for a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the Martinborough community?

Our brand-new community-focused initiative could be just what you are looking for. We’re seeking a driven and community-minded individual to help us create a welcoming hub that will serve as a one-stop-shop for support and information.

As our Heartland Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for both government and non-government organizations seeking to engage with the Martinborough community. You’ll also work closely with community members to identify their needs and provide them with the necessary support and resources.

The ideal candidate for this exciting role will have strong connections within the community and the ability to form positive relationships with people from all walks of life. You’ll need to be inclusive, non-judgmental, and responsive to community needs.

If you’re passionate about supporting rural communities and have excellent communication and administrative skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a lasting impact in the Martinborough community. This is a fulltime position.

Apply now and join us in creating a more connected and supportive community.

Applications close 5pm Thursday 31 August 2023

To apply for this position please visit: www.reapwairarapa.nz/vacancies

For any queries regarding this position please contact: alison.woollard@reapwairarapa.nz

Public Notices

MEETING SCHEDULE.

Council Meetings – September 2023

Tuesday 5 September 9:00am

Hearings Committee – Draft Speed Management Plan

Wednesday 13 September 2023 1:00am

Ordinary Council

Meeting location: Meetings are at the Carterton Events Centre.

Agendas: Meeting agendas are available for public inspection two days prior to the meeting at the Carterton Library and on the Council’s website.

Attendance at meetings:

• You can attend the public section of Council and most committee meetings in person. Meetings are also uploaded to YouTube within 48 hours of the meeting.

• Members of the public who wish to participate in a public forum must register their intention with the Democratic Services Of cer on 06 379 4030, or by email to demservices@cdc.govt. nz at least one full day before the meeting date.

www.cdc.govt.nz

28 Holloway St, Carterton. info@cdc.govt.nz

CARTERTON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Employment

WE NEED

We NEED a deliverer for Greytown.

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Employment

Carter Court Rest Home

acancy

Health Care Assistants

Permanent and Casual

Carter Court is a community owned and governed facility providing rest home and hospital level care, committed to providing quality aged care services to our community

We have Permanent Part time and Casual Health Care Assistant positions available across all shifts.

To discuss these roles or for further details please contact the Nurse Manager, Karen McKay on (06) 379 8075 during usual business hours Monday to Thursday Please email your CV and covering letter to: nursemanager@cartercourt co nz

Employment

Painters

Positions available f or qualified painters & brush hands Excellent working conditions in a friendly team environ ment. Remuneration package based on skills and experience.

Online applications to: GeoffC@rigg-zschokke.co nz or apply in writing to: Rigg Zschokke Ltd PO Box 248

Masterton

Rigg Zschokke Ltd

Building on Achievement

Public Notices

We are seeking a self-starter, who is fit and reliable to deliver the Times-Age into the letterboxes of our loyal subscribers. You will require a reliable vehicle and be available Monday - Saturday, with the ability to start work late night/early morning.

Kaiwhakahaere Taiao (Environmental Manager)

The Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Iwi Development Trust have a vacancy for a Kaiwhakahaere Taiao

As a management position the responsibilities and duties will evolve over time. It will incl ude working and learning alongside our Trustees and Advisors of the Settlement Trust, to build and maintain Te Tiriti partnerships with local, regional and central government agencies to uphold our kaitiakitanga for Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Iwi Development Trust in the taiao space, while building a support team and working with other external stakeholders

SOUTH WAIRARAPA DISTRICT COUNCIL NOTICE TO CLOSE ROADS TO VEHICULAR TRAFFIC

Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure)

Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that the South Wairarapa District Council, for the purpose of the Donald Street Pump Station works, will close the following roads to ordinary vehicular traffic for the period indicated hereunder.

The purpose of this road closure is to install manholes and pipework in the Donald Street carriageway, across from 38 Donald Street. This is part of the scope for the Donald Street Wastewater Pump Station Renewal currently being undertaken by Wellington Water.

During the period of closure, vehicles will need to take these alternative routes:

• from Revans Street coming from southbound lane (towards Featherston):

- Revans Street – Waite Street – Fox Street – Donald Street (North) – Revans Street – Murphy’s Line – Longwood West Road – Donald Street (South)

• from Revans Street coming from northbound lane (towards Martinborough):

- Revans Street – Murphy’s Line – Longwood West Road –Donald Street (South)

Roads to be closed:

• Partial road closure on Donald Street, Featherston, between Revans Street intersection and 38 Donald Street

Period of closure:

• 28/08/23 until 06/09/23 (working hours in closure 7am – 6pm, closure to be in place 24/7)

Stefan Corbett

Group Manager Partnerships & Operations

Employment

Local GroupAssistant Wairarapa

Part-time role 8 hours a month Are you interested in self -advocacy for people with a learning (intellectual) disability?

People First Wairarapa is looking for an assistant to work alongside people with learning disability to: hold monthly meetings in Masterton perform the functions of a committee encourage learning about self -advocacy assist members to represent their peers in community forums promote the local group within the community

With your assistance, members will be able to: gain self-determination advocate for themselves develop leadership skills get involved in their community be a contributing member of New Zealand society

For more information and to apply Contact Elizabeth Bennett, Central Region Coordinator: elizabethbennett@peoplefirst org.nz

The job description is online at: www.peoplefirst.org.nz under Join us Applications close: Monday 28th A ugust 2023

This person will have great managerial skills to build and lead a team, have a willingness to learn and grow, be innovative, visionary, and have the passion and drive for our taiao and its whakapapa.

For all enquiries or to apply for the position please send an email to tia@kkwtnr.org.nz

Applications close Wednesday 30 August at 12pm.

Self belief gets Dalefield home

kitchen sink at them.

WOMEN

Dalefield 3

Northern United 2

Farriers Dalefield held their nerve in a frantic final five minutes to seal a memorable fifth championship trophy in eight seasons.

Dalefield took the lead in the first quarter in Saturday’s Wellington Premier Championship decider at the National Hockey Stadium [NHS] through Maddie Taylor from a penalty corner [PC].

Final MVP Reese Robertson then doubled the lead with a field goal in the second quarter. The third quarter was scoreless before Northern United eventually found a way through the stubborn Dalefield defence early in the fourth period.

A scrambled goal to Alana Rowe restored Dalefield’s two-goal advantage, but Northern weren’t to be denied and closed the gap to 3–2 with five minutes to play, leading to an onslaught from Northern, who were desperate to complete an unbeaten season.

Dalefield co-coach Mike O’Connor said Northern threw everything but the

“The heart was pumping away, people were yelling, and the crowd was going nuts, and it was bloody good,” O’Connor said.

“The last five minutes, we might have got out of our half once or twice, but the rest of it, they were just going for it. The girls just knuckled down and stopped everything they could. It was just self-belief that they could do it and that never-give-up attitude. It’s been like that since 2016.”

Captain Michael O’Connor, Katherine Reisima, and Brigitte Mossman [who missed much of the season through pregnancy] have been there for all of the titles as well as Mike O’Connor, a former Wai-Bush rugby representative, who, along with wife and manager Karen O’Connor has done an outstanding job instilling the players with the belief to succeed.

“I’ve been lucky to have senior players in the team each year that help with the technical and structural stuff of it.

“I guess I’m more about trying to get them to realise how hard they can work and believe in themselves,” said Mike O’Connor, who is unsure whether he’ll pick up the coaching reins next year.

MEN

Dalefield 5

Hutt United 7

A Hutt United goal in the first minute from a Dalefield turnover set the tone for a bizarre high-scoring Wellington Premier Men’s Championship final at the NHS.

Hutt were soon up 2–0 before Marcus Ambrose scored from a counterattack, and Black Stick Dane Lett converted with a drag flick from a PC to make it 2–2 at the end of the first quarter.

Ambrose then put

Dalefield 3–2 ahead, only for Hutt to respond with two quick goals to lead 4–3 at halftime.

Hutt went up 5–3 shortly after the resumption of play before player-assistant coach Benedict van Woerkom got a deflection on a PC drag flick for a 4–5 scoreline at three-quarter time.

Hutt then scored in the first minute of the final period to go 6–4, van Woerkom closed the gap to one with a brilliant individual goal, but Hutt restored their two-goal cushion, which they

held to the end.

Although Dalefield peppered the Hutt defence towards the end and had a couple of chances, they couldn’t convert, leaving them to rue a below-par effort.

“It was one of those games where we’d win the ball from a good press, we would break out and throw it straight back to them, or we’d duff a pass, and they would intercept and run it back at us,” van Woerkom said.

“Our connections were just a touch off, and it seemed like every time they got into the circle,

they got something. We defended quite poorly in our back third, and we conceded some soft goals.”

Van Woerkom said Hutt had a game plan to shut down Dalefield’s attacking threats, himself and captain Rowan Yeo, and it worked effectively, although he added Dalefield also missed the attacking talents of Alex Sumenko-Bucknell and Zac Hardie, who were both injured.

“It was just a combination of things, and it just meant it wasn’t to be our day.”

HOCKEY Chris Cogdale chris.cogdale@age.co.nz

Dalefield celebrate their championship victory.

PHOTOS/GRAEME BOWDEN