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Lifesaver from down on the farm Every emergency crisis has its heroes, but not everyone knows who they are, JOHN LAZO-RON reports. UNSUNG HEROES OF EMERGENCY

Wellington Free Ambulance event medic Camille Armstrong is all about caring for the community. PHOTO/JOHN LAZO-RON

Throughout Wairarapa, we have firefighters rushing into burning houses, police officers placing themselves in often disturbing situations, and paramedics can often be the difference between life and death. Many are volunteers who constantly display acts of selflessness and sacrifice for their community. One of those volunteer paramedics who sacrifices so much to help is Masterton’s, Camille Armstrong, a dairy farmer by day, but potentially saving lives in the afternoon. She’s been an event medic for Wellington Free

Ambulance [WFA] since early last year, covering sporting and community events, concerts, and even backing up WFA frontline crews in emergencies while studying to become a full-time paramedic. While juggling those acts, she’s a board member of both Masterton Primary school and a local perinatal mental health organisation. She was previously running the children’s ministry at her church with her husband. When asked what aspired her to become a volunteer paramedic, Armstrong told Midweek what initially drove her was seeing so many crashes near the dairy farm she works on north of Masterton. “With dairy farming starting in the middle of the night sometimes, I’ve come across so many car accidents happening close to where I was,” she said. “Seeing that happen constantly is what drove me to become a paramedic to be able Continued on page 3

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Chitty chitty has the bang bang

The children’s book Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: The Magical Car appeared in 1964, written by Ian Fleming of James Bond fame. Full review P8.

Pirinoa pupils show artistic side

Budding artists from Pirinoa School showcased their talent to the community after the school recently held its first-ever art show. Full story P4.

Sport

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Faithful turn out for protest Marcus Anselm

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More than 1000 supporters turned out in force to back a bid to save the Masterton Town Hall last week. They circled the town’s municipal buildings in a protest to save the century-old structures. Masterton District Council have earmarked land further north for a new civic centre,

proposing a budget of $30.8 million. The project leaves the future of the much-loved municipal complex in doubt. In some shape or form, council offices have been on the same piece of land since the 1870s. Protesters heard from speakers George Groombridge, Warwick Delmonte, and Amanda Lynn before flanking the building. The audience included councillor Tina Nixon, who voted for the new civic centre, and the five opponents on the district panel: Bex Johnson, Chris Peterson, David Holmes, Gary Caffell, and Tim Nelson.

Veteran campaigner Groombridge organised the Hands Around The Hospital movement in 1991, which yesterday’s demonstration echoed. The 93-year-old, a former plumber who often worked in the buildings, paid tribute to those in attendance. His thanks to the “genuine Masterton people” earned a round of applause from the hundreds in the Town Square. It also earned a toot of approval from a passing logging truck. Delmonte, a spokesperson for Masterton Action Group, which has supported the redevelopment of the existing

Will it be a casino? Will it be a Starbucks? Will it be a low-security prison for vandals and poster thieves? site, referred to this week’s Local Democracy Reporting story on Kath Ross. The Masterton District Council chief executive was caught on CCTV tearing down one of the group’s promotional posters.

“Will it be saved? Will it be demolished? Will the facade be preserved? Will it be sold? Will it be a casino? Will it be a Starbucks? Will it be a lowsecurity prison for vandals and poster thieves?” “We simply don’t know. And that is at the heart of so much contention over the last few months. “We don’t know what is going on. What we do know is that this building could be transformed into one of the most striking, unique, stunning, and beautiful civic centres in the country.” The crowd then circled the buildings, standing side by side. – NZLDR

Dairy farmer making an important difference Continued from page 1 to help those in diﬃcult or dangerous situations. “But it’s not just about assisting medically; there are some people in the community who go through mental breakdowns or trying to commit suicide. Getting alongside them and trying to lift them up and get them out of that headspace motivates me to do this. “It can be scary, but I do love it.” Armstrong started volunteering when her youngest child started kindergarten. “For me, it was a really great way for me to venture out of that mummy stage of life and do something for me. “WFA has been amazing to volunteer for. They just don’t teach you how to save a life, they also teach you how to care for our community, how to identify and communicate with those who need a helping hand and how to treat and

care for everyone. “I’ve learnt so much, and they continue to encourage us to learn more. Everyone is also so kind and helpful. It’s a whole new world with them, and I feel so privileged to be part of the organisation. “Again, I love everything about it.” Armstrong said if you’ve ever thought about volunteering, now is the time. “Being in the midst of people who are struggling and hurting, I understand the great need for everyone to rally together and help one another out,” she said. “Life isn’t about making money and what you can get from it, but what you can give back. “Most people don’t understand that the most joy in life actually comes from giving. There are so many amazing organisations out there that just want to help people, and really need people with a big heart to be a part of their vision.

“All you have to do is find one that matches your passion and get in touch with them.” Armstrong explained that WFA was a great service to depend on, being the free emergency ambulance service ready and waiting to help you when you need them. “The time and energy they spend in upskilling us is testament to their passion, standards and level of care they provide,” she said. “Passion is everything. Regardless of your walk of life, where you come from, how much money is in your bank account, you know you are safe with Wellington Free.” We want to celebrate those in police, fire and emergency, and Wellington Free Ambulance at Midweek who do so much to keep our community safe. • This is the first of a multipart series called Unsung Heroes of Emergency.

Camille Armstrong is currently studying to become a full-time paramedic at Wellington Free Ambulance. PHOTO/JOHN LAZO-RON

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Burnside Church Committee with some of the Pirinoa School students.

Pirinoa pupils show artistic side John Lazo-Ron

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Budding artists from Pirinoa School showcased their talent to the community at ﬁrst-ever art show. More than 100 people piled into Burnside Church in Pirinoa over three days to see the creative displays, including paintings, sketches, photographs, sculptures, prints and some special drawings of Burnside Church. Pirinoa School teacher and one of the show’s organisers, Natalie Lagah, was delightfully surprised by the turnout over the three days. “It was amazing, a lot of fun. We had people visiting that we didn’t expect,” she said.

A range of the artwork Pirinoa School students produced for the school’s art show.

“We had a range of people who don’t have kids at school, the South Wairarapa District Mayor Alex Beijen, members of the local community, whanau, and even some visitors from out of the

area, so that made it so much more special.” Lagah said many of the students were stunned with how creative they were, producing some of their best-ever pieces of artwork.

“They were blown away,” she said. “Mainly by the quality of work they produced and just how creative they could be. They didn’t think they had it in them. “We were also blown

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the church for themselves, it made it that much more exciting.” The students’ art pieces were also sold in the form of calendars, prints, cards and albums for between $30-$80. The money made from the sales will go toward funding new basketball hoops and an upgrade the school’s playground. Due to the art show’s initial success, Lagah said the school was now looking to continue with the art show in every nonproduction year. She said the school was thankful to the Burnside Church committee for letting them use the church for their art show and were grateful to everyone who bought the children’s art.

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If there isn’t one on the day, there’s no game to play. Finding umpires to officiate a match, whether junior or senior, is one of the most challenging aspects for a grassroots sporting organisation. And one organisation that has faced that challenge over and over again is Netball Wairarapa. Lack of funding and umpire training has been the leading cause, which has meant for many years netball clubs across Wairarapa have had to pay from their own pockets for umpires to oversee their matches. However, for the current season, Netball Wairarapa have started a new umpire development initiative with a goal in mind to train enough umpires to officiate all games in the coming years. The person behind the initiative is their development coordinator Sandy Biel. Biel, along with Treen Edmonds and Cheryl Cohen, have teamed up to create a lead umpire group and train prospective umpires in the region.

Sandy Biel. PHOTO/JOHN LAZO-RON

Their programme comprises a mentoring umpiring group, junior umpire group, and coaching of their current centre umpires. Biel said they have mustered up more than 30 umpires across those three groups and were already starting to see the effects they were having on the game. “We have been wanting this initiative for a while,” she said. “It has gone great with the response we have had from the umpires that have registered to be part of the programme. So to have it up and running for the 2021 season is very rewarding to see how this has come to fruition. “One of our goals from

last season was to have named centre umpires on all of our Premier one and two games. This has been achieved this season, which is a huge success for our group.” Biel said the organisation was fortunate to have sponsors for their umpires this season, with PGG Wrightson’s sponsoring the lead umpire group while Property Brokers sponsored the mentoring and junior groups. Netball Wairarapa general manager Scott Cottier praised Biel for the time and effort she had put into the initiative, saying it had come at a time when finding umpires had become chaotic for teams. “For the last couple of years we’ve had no umpires,” he said. “Every team has had to create their own umpires, pay for them, and it was chaos at times for teams. “Sandy’s developed a new umpire system where games now have referees without other teams having to pay for it. She’s created that and now developing them. “It’s our goal in the years to come to have umpires galore where there is an umpire for every game in the region.”

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Chitty Chitty has the Bang Bang REVIEW What: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. When: Thursday, 1 July. Where: Majestic Theatre, Ngaumutawa Rd, Masterton.

Tim Clarke The children’s book Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: The Magical Car appeared in 1964, written by Ian Fleming of James Bond fame. Such was the book’s popularity that in 1968 it was adapted for cinema as a musical fantasy. In 2002 a stage version premiered at the London Palladium. Now, it has been brought to life on stage in Masterton, the first fullscale musical since MATS and Harlequin merged to form the Masterton Theatre Company. With roots in book and film, this was always going to be a show with many challenges: a large cast, and crew to match; short scenes demanding slick scene changes; a lot of music; and to cap it all, a car that flies. Director Marilyn Bouzaid has met all these challenges head-on. She designed the set to accommodate a cast of 45. She coordinated the various teams – acting, music and production – that make up this show, and above all, her direction ensured a production characterised by energy

and enthusiasm. Caractacus Potts, an impecunious inventor in the mad scientist mould, is persuaded by his children to buy the broken remains of the winning car from the 1910 Grand Prix. Once restored, the car, named Chitty Chitty Bang Bang because of its engine sound, takes Potts, his friend Truly Scrumptious, and his two children on a beach picnic where they are attacked by the forces of Baron Bomburst. As Caractacus, Andrew Fawcett shows a good command of his numerous musical items and displays a wide range of emotion, from the pathos of poverty [‘You Two’] in the opening scenes, through a budding love interest, to elation in his final victory. His children, Jeremy [Oliver Robinson-Smith] and Jemima [Ruby Edwards] bring secure singing and strong acting to their important roles. The final member of the Potts family is Grandpa, played by Danny Clenott. In both songs [‘Posh!’] and acting, he couples excellent comic timing with demeanour reminiscent

of the English Raj. Maggie Fauvel makes a delightful Truly Scrumptious, with her beautifully clear voice showing to great advantage in her ‘Lovely Lonely Man’. Others, though, are chasing the car. Baron Bomburst has employed two Vulgarian spies to find it, acquire it, and bring it back to Vulgaria. Boris [Ashley Rogers] and Goran [Nathan Roseman] delighted the audience with their Music Hall comedy leavened with puns and some good satire in their ‘Act English’ duet. The villains, Baron Bomburst [Mike McGruddy] and his Baroness [Susanne Richardson] are comic characters. The pair work well together, with ‘Bombie Samba’ particularly notable in giving the Baroness full reign on stage. There is, however, an altogether darker presence in the form of the Child Catcher, ably played with scary, sinuous movements by Mike Ferguson. Other notable scenes include the impossibly bearded Vulgarian inventors, the Toymaker and the hidden children, and several impressive ensemble acts – ‘Toot Sweets’, ‘Me Ol’ Bamboo’ and ‘The Bombie Samba’

– where the stage is filled with lively song and dance. Supporting this large cast was an orchestra of eight under the very able leadership of musical director Craig Thomson and vocal coach Andrea Thomson. Tempos and volume were very well judged, balancing occasional pathos with the spirited toe-tapping rhythm needed for most numbers. A show like this involves a good many scene changes. Thanks to stage manager Trevor von Keinsenberg and his efficient team, they are managed quickly and without any significant distraction. Many of the scenes are also enriched by visual effects such as back projection. Lighting design, costumes, and painting contribute to the overall impact; however, the final tribute must go to the car – Chitty – superbly crafted by Ashley Rogers and Dave Lennox. And yes, the illusion of flight, so difficult on stage – works well. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is excellent family entertainment, just right to relieve the cold of winter. It plays at the Majestic Theatre, Ngaumutawa Rd, Masterton, until Sunday, July 11.

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Masterton Theatre Company’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang cast Trish Edwards [yellow dress], Marilyn Bouzaid [blue dress], Oliver Robinson-Smith, Ruby Edwards [Kids at the back of car], Andrew Fawcett, and Maggie Fauvel [front of the car]. PHOTO/FILE

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say our rating systems are broken and unsustainable.” Vergunst had previously voiced her opposition to the uniform annual general charge [UAGC] percentage included in rates. In Carterton, the UAGC was set at 30 per cent of total rates revenues – the maximum allowed by law. Vergunst said the UAGC meant that more costs were forced onto lower-value properties in the district. Councillor Rob Stockley said the rating system was very sensitive to any decisions the council made. “It’s not that any one rate is going up – it’s the spread between low and high value properties. The rating system is not designed to cope with that much spread. Maximising the UAGC pulls that spread in, but it lifts the bottom up. There’s not a lot we can do.” Councillor Greathead, who voted against the LTP, said rates had become

unaffordable. Mayor Greg Lang said rates affordability was “a key driver of where we’ve been heading”. Lang said the LTP reflected the affordability concern as much as possible while also addressing other priorities. Acting chief executive Blair King said the overall driver of the plan was to provide a balanced budget for council. Section 100 of the Act stated that “A local authority must ensure that each year’s projected operating revenues are set at a level sufficient to meet that year’s projected operating expenses”. “It doesn’t start from a premise of what is affordable,” King said. Councillor Cretney, who voted against the LTP, said that to keep rates to a minimum, Carterton District Council [CDC] could have decided against the inclusion of some

projects in the LTP. CDC had released a public consultation document on the draft LTP in March. Cretney said he could not agree to adopt the final LTP due to the number of changes made to the original consultation document. “I look at the initial document that was sent out to the community for consultation and the latest document that we were provided. An incredible amount of changes have been made in the financial side of the two [documents].” Cretney said councillors and the community had not had enough time to understand the updated financial information. Auditor John Whittal said that changes had been made to the document since the public consultation stage. “Although the council’s preferred options were

selected in each case, the plan itself is based on the latest available information,” Whittal said. “Where some assumptions have changed, or where additional information is available, that needs to be taken into account and the financial situations adjusted for those.” The adoption of the draft LTP was initially scheduled two weeks earlier. The date was pushed back to allow council time to update the document to include several changes, including the financial model of the council’s Eastern Growth Plan. Since the formation of the draft LTP, the New Zealand Transport Agency had also indicated that Carterton would not receive as much funding as requested. Due to this funding shortfall, CDC had updated its financials to reflect $100,000 less revenue for the first three years of the LTP. Lang said rates affordability had been at the front of the council’s mind throughout the entire LTP process. He said there had been high levels of preengagement on the plan and the council had taken on board all submissions.

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I recently wrote an editorial in the Times-Age on how I believe the Black Caps recent world test championship victory was right up there with the greatest achievements in New Zealand sporting history. I also mentioned how fitting it was for Masterton’s very own Ross Taylor to be right there at the end of the match, hitting the winning runs to put the Black Caps hands on the mace. Two things I didn’t mention, well more had forgotten to say if I’m going to be honest, is that I believe the prestigious victory needed to be acknowledged in some form of a parade. It’s been something that’s been sitting on my mind since that special day, not only because of how rare the win was, being New Zealand cricket’s first men’s world title, but because of the journey this Black Caps side has been on to get there. To cut a long story short, this is a side that

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John Lazo-Ron has gone from a significant rebuilding phase since Brendon McCullum took over as captain many years ago to become an all-round side, full of stars, capable of challenging any side in the world. They have become world beaters in basically all formats, although some would argue they would need to improve on their T20 game. The whole point I’m trying to make is that this win needs to be honoured with more than just getting a significant mention in the media. Minister of Sport Grant Robertson said of the victory, “We are so proud of Kane Williamson and the whole team. They play cricket in the very best of spirit; fair, but hard. They clearly play for one another and their country and they

have made us so proud.” I hope now, in good time, Robertson will suggest to the government that they look at throwing the Black Caps a parade as I’m confident they would have done the same for the All Blacks had they won the world cup. Now, I know that putting on a parade can be tricky in recent times, but I believe it should be looked into. I mean, if we can push so many into a stadium to watch a rugby match, why couldn’t a parade be done? We would also have to wait for the rest of the team that are still playing cricket in England to get back to do it. But it would be worth the wait. And who knows, maybe the Masterton District Council may want to acknowledge Lansdowne cricket club junior Taylor.

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STREET TALK

What is New Zealand’s greatest sporting achievement? Mark Rogers Not losing to the Welsh national rugby team for well over a century.

Tim Nelson Anthony Wilding winning Wimbledon four times. Sadly he died in WWI, what a tragic waste.

Chris Brodie Bring back Buck.

Karen Roberts 87’ Rugby World Cup. Catherine RowePenny Getting kids to do cross country running.

David Marinan In the 2010 Fifa world cup when the All whites were the only team not to lose a game.

Brendon Corlett The Black Caps winning the world test championship final and becoming champions. Jocelyn Konig The Blackcaps. Daniel Borrie Mark ‘Watto’ Watson’s triathlon career.

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Hugh Barlow Peter Snell, 800m/1500m double at Tokyo Olympics, no one has managed to do it since.

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A healthy dose of Surrealism Sometimes what you need is a nice healthy dose of Surrealism to help you think about life right now. Te Papa Tongarewa has the Surrealist exhibition on display, so Aratoi’s educators went on a field trip to get immersed in Surrealism before our own Surrealist show, The Disappearing Woman was staged. Our main thought was about cause and effect. If there hadn’t been a war, would there have been a Surrealist movement to counteract the madness of the war? It’s an intriguing idea to think about, especially when you look at our newest exhibition, The Disappearing Woman. At first glance, this Victorian parlour is adorned with texture

and interesting items, including plants, cloaks and furniture. Then as you look closer, these innocent items aren’t what they ﬁrst appear. Small bird heads are growing from inside a mischievous metallic overgrown plant that has broken free of its cage. A pair of beautiful gloves are laying on a chair, but on closer inspection, these gloves have talons and have broken an egg from a nest that is coming out from the furniture behind. On the walls there are snapshots and hints of René Magritte, Remedios Varo, Elsa Schiaparelli and Salvador Dali, displayed similarly to how a proud parent would show oﬀ portraits of their family in a domestic

setting. Everywhere you look there are clever details that make you look twice. Then you notice the pair of feet, splashing into a footstool. You can almost feel how cold the water must be from looking at the glistening spray left behind. Where has this woman gone and why did she leave? The Disappearing Woman is showing at Aratoi until September 5. The exhibition was curated and set-designed by Keren Chiaroni and includes work by threadwork artist Cathrine Lloyd and jeweller Emily Eﬀord. Workshops and a competition run alongside this exhibition.

A CLIMATE FOR CHANGE

Embedded emissions a critical metric Chris Peterson For me, the strongest argument perhaps against the proposed $100m-plus Wakamoekau Water Storage Reservoir is an emerging issue that hasn’t yet been on the table – the matter of embedded or upfront carbon emissions produced in the construction phase of the project. If we are to have any chance of staying within 1.5 degrees of global warming, the science indicates that this may very soon be the most critical metric in the evaluation and cost-beneﬁt analysis of everything we do, anywhere. I don’t profess to be a climate expert but from what I have read, it goes like this. To achieve that

The matter of embedded or upfront carbon emissions produced in the construction phase has emerged. PHOTO/MAREK PIWNICKI

1.5 goal, there is a known amount of greenhouse gas we can emit worldwide. This is the ‘carbon budget’, which is in the order of 400 gigatonnes or so. As it is now, the world

emits roughly 40Gt per annum. So, the maths is simple: 10 x 40 = 400. Therefore, we have this decade to radically adjust our ‘business as usual’ behaviour and

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developed world now need to consider achieving more than just our fair share of emission reductions. The amount of carbon emitted in the upfront construction of all projects then becomes of paramount importance in any cost-beneﬁt analysis. Even more so than the operational carbon produced over its lifetime. In evaluating projects like the Wakamoekau dam, we should therefore be asking the question – is this the best use of our limited and ﬁnite share of that precious and everdiminishing global budget? • Chris Peterson is a Masterton district councillor and member of Forest & Bird and Sustainable Wairarapa.

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Introducing Conservation Korero Welcome to the Midweek’s newest conservation column – Conservation Kōrero. It aims to provide valuable insight into the conservation initiatives happening across our region. Readers will hear from a range of organisations and groups involved in conservancy that are working to protect and preserve Aotearoa’s native plants and animals. Each week they’ll take it in turns to share their stories about what they’re doing, why it’s important and on occasion, what readers can do to help. So why the word kōrero? The Māori word can be a noun meaning story, news, statement or information, but it can also be a verb meaning

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Wairarapa Times-Age, celebrating ÿve years of local ownership

What is a newspaper?

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153 years of Wairarapa newspapers Ben Bradlee, the legendary former editor of the Washington Post, described newspapers as “the morning miracle”. He was the one to oversee the Watergate A° air and it must have felt like a miracle some days getting his newspaper to bed and out on the streets. “You take a blank sheet of paper, 26 letters to play with, and a few photos,” he added. Yes, a miracle.

Those newspapers have been created by a team of 35 in the Wairarapa Times-Age o˛ ce and the printing team at Webstar, Masterton. Currently, we sell more than 5000 Times-Age newspapers daily and there’s a further 22,050 Midweek newspapers delivered throughout the region.

Andrew Denholm – Publisher

There’s been a newspaper of sorts in Wairarapa for 154 years and it’s been the Wairarapa Times-Age for 83 of them. A purpose-built building was constructed in Masterton in 1938 which heralded the birth of the Times-Age, and it remains the base for the newspaper operation in 2021. The Times-Age is proudly and vehemently local in its news content and in the businesses and events it supports. Ownership has been predominantly local too, except for a period of 14 years [2002-2016] and today it is ÿ rmly back in the hands of publisher, Andrew Denholm.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE TIMES-AGE!

Wairarapa born and bred, owning a newspaper has fulÿ lled one long-time ambition. The purchase from NZME [formerly Australian Provincial Newspapers] began the clawing back of operations to Wairarapa business. Both the Times-Age and Midweek are printed by Webstar in Masterton, sub-editing, layout, and design is back in-house, and circulation and delivery are all done by local people. The editorial and advertising teams continue producing with their great institutional knowledge, some individuals

having spent decades serving the Times-Age. These days, as well as in paper form, the Times-Age can also be viewed digitally. Favourite photos can be ordered online and sta° are but a phone, text, or email away. Forever keeping up with trends and looking to the future, there is one constant. The Times-Age answers the deÿ nitive question “Do newspapers still matter?” with a resounding yes!

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What is a newspaper?

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For the past ÿ ve years, Andrew Denholm has been living his dream – that of owning his own newspaper. He purchased the Wairarapa Times-Age on June 30, 2016.

For one whose career path looked to be taking him into the realm of ÿ nance, it was a dabble with publishing magazines that spun Andrew o° into the publishing world. In the 90s, he had acquired a Business Degree from Massey University and his ÿ nancial bent had him moving towards investment banking.

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However, he took the major leap of faith towards publishing when he stepped back from the ÿ nancial advisory ÿ rm, Deloitte as associate director.

Technology may have taken away the piece of paper, but the gist is still there. In the early hours of the morning, way before dawn, a host of drivers take their load of newspapers throughout Wairarapa and conscientiously deliver them to households and businesses ready to be absorbed by eager readers.

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In 2010, his real estate magazines, Wairarapa Living and Wairarapa Country caught the eye of the owner of the Times-Age, APN. It o° ered to buy the magazines. Andrew agreed, and the media giant also appointed him general manager of the Wairarapa Times-Age. For the father of three, it was a return home, having been born, raised, and educated in Wairarapa. He is a former pupil of Masterton East School, Hiona Intermediate, and Makoura College. Flight of the Conchords’ Jermaine Clement was a buddy at college. But Andrew did not want to manage the newspaper – he

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ANDREW AND SON RILEY AT WEBSTAR. wanted to own it. Several requests were made over a few years and eventually in 2016, NZME agreed to sell. On June 30, 2016, it was his. He argues against the so-called trend of newspaper demise. “The Wairarapa Times-Age has a loyal following of intelligent readers, keen to get local news and read local content. The opportunities to inform and support our community are far reaching.

Upon purchase, all but two sta° were retained and there has been an increase in production sta° numbers because everything has been brought back in-house.

He sees the sta° as family, as well as the ancillary services, and thrives on seeing the way everyone comes in each day to produce the newspapers and associated supplements.

Andrew clawed back services which NZME had contracted to places such as Tauranga, Auckland, and Hastings. Webstar Masterton got the contract to print the TimesAge and Midweek in 2018. Great for that company as well.

“I absolutely love Wairarapa as the place I grew up in and ÿ nd it a real privilege to now be leading the region’s long-standing newspaper. A real dream come true.”

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Timeline of Wairarapa newspapers local owne rship

This timeline celebrates the many decades of newspaper activity which has transpired in Wairarapa, punctuated with the arrival of the Wairarapa Times-Age in 1938.

1867

Wairarapa’s ÿ rst newspaper, the Wairarapa Mercury established by brothers Edward and Charles Grigg, was launched in Greytown. Richard Wakelin assisted editorially. It promised to advocate “the local interests of the Wairarapa, free from class predilections and party bias”. Two ÿ res eventually caused the Mercury to close.

1868

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After the second ÿ re, Archibald Arnot, who had become sole owner, manager, and editor, bought from Richard Wakelin, an Albion double demy machine that had printed the Wellington Journal and there was only a month’s break in publishing.

1872

The Mercury continued until early August 1872, when Arnot was committed for trial for embezzlement. He sold the paper to a Mr Hirschberg who in turn sold to Richard Wakelin, who became sole proprietor and editor, of the re-named, twice weekly Wairarapa Standard on August 19.

1874

Wakelin’s son-in-law Joseph Payton, a teacher, joined him, and together with printer, W.H. Smith, they established

Masterton’s ÿ rst newspaper – the Wairarapa News and Valley and East Coast Advertiser.

W.C. Nation – also the initiator of NZ’s ÿ rst Arbor Day in Greytown.

1874

1888

1876

1892

Messrs O’Meara and Bright established the Wairarapa News.

The Newsletter, begun by John Rockel, eventually amalgamated with the Wairarapa News to form the tri-weekly Wairarapa Register. This paper ceased in 1878 after a major ÿ re.

1878

Joseph Payton was proprietor of the Wairarapa Free Press, an evening tri-weekly, which turned into the Wairarapa Daily – Wairarapa’s ÿ rst daily newspaper.

1880

The railway line reaches Masterton and makes newspaper distribution easier. Prior to this, it was all done on horseback and with wagons

1881

The Wairarapa Star was launched by Joseph Ivess but quickly run by J. Smith and Alexander Hogg who had previously edited the South Canterbury Times. He subsequently edited and part-owned the Star until 1892.

1882

Richard Wakelin died, and his Wairarapa Standard was purchased by spiritualist,

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Samuel Revans died, as did the Wairarapa Register.

Joseph Payton renamed his newspaper the Wairarapa Daily Times. He kept plant and type up-to-date and gained a reputation for the quality and depth of its local coverage. This building was on Church St where Radio House now stands.

1902

The Wairarapa Star is renamed The Age becoming the Wairarapa Age after being purchased by Arthur Cecil Major and converted to a morning daily.

1903

The Star’s ÿ rst printing machine was an enormous non-stop drum, with one employee feeding in the paper at the top with another at the back taking o° the printed sheets which were then folded by hand. The power was generated by a ˛ ywheel turned by two more people. Around 1903, an Elliott printing press was installed, initially driven by a gas engine, and later converted to electricity.

1910

Joseph Payton dies, and his family form a private company, continuing to operate the paper.

1910

The Wairarapa Age is sold to James Brown and after his death in 1913, his son E. James Brown ran the paper until 1921.

1921

The Wairarapa Age Co. Ltd is formed with Guy Scholeÿ eld, major shareholder and editor of the Wairarapa Age until 1926. [In 2020, the Wairarapa Times-Age and Fraser Books published The Little Doctor, the autobiography of Dr Guy Scholeÿ eld.]

1926

W. A. Michael edited the Age and then, following amalgamation, the Times-Age. E. James Brown managed the Age until amalgamation.

1938

The Wairarapa Age merges with the Wairarapa Daily Times. The Wairarapa TimesAge becomes the region’s sole daily newspaper. An art

deco-style building is purposebuilt on the corner of Queen and Cole streets to house the newspaper sta° and printing presses. Its design was based on the original Miami Herald building in Florida. A brand new Cossar press was installed capable of printing 16 pages at one time.

for country readers. The main edition, with page three updated, ran at 3pm.

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1963

A Carterton branch of the Times-Age is established.

1942

1961

An extension to the building allowed for extra editorial sta° , a photographers’ area and dark rooms, and extended library.

The Times-Age Baby of the Year was launched. Baby Mervyn Waipuka was the ÿ rst baby born in Wairarapa in 1963.

The 1942 earthquake did no major damage to the new strongly built Wairarapa Times-Age building.

1975

1954

1986

Newspaper publication was 5000 per day.

1959

Hoe printing presses were introduced. There were two editions of the newspaper. Printing ran for 20 minutes at 1pm for the ÿ rst edition

Two web o° -set presses were installed in the printing area.

The Wairarapa Times- Age ownership was re-structured with managing director, Terry Kerse and advertising manager, Gordon Kinvig becoming majority shareholders. The Board of Directors are local businessmen, with the chair being Mick Sellar.

1987

The weekly free community newspaper, Wairarapa Midweek, is launched by the Wairarapa Times-Age.

people included the seven strong press team, collators and wrappers.

2005

The press units were sold and crated for shipment for the Samoa Observer.

1988

Wairarapa Times-Age celebrated 50 years. It was employing 160 sta° and printing more than 10,200 copies each day.

2010

2002

The Wairarapa Times-Age announces online access to its ÿ les via the Wairarapa Archive.

APN acquires two real estate magazines owned by Wairarapa-born businessman, Andrew Denholm and appoints him as General Manager of the Wairarapa Times-Age.

2002

2011

The Wairarapa Times-Age passed out of local ownership, purchased by the Wilson & Horton Group, which in turn sold on to Australian Provincial Newspapers [APN].

2004

APN decommissioned the printing presses – newspapers would be printed in Wanganui. Redundancies of about 30

The Wairarapa TimesAge moves from being an afternoon daily to a morning tabloid [or compact] newspaper.

2012

Wairarapa Times-Age building is purchased by Mastertonbased developer, David Borman. The solid reinforced concrete walls, beams, and

columns meant it was a relatively simple task to bring it up to 90 per cent of the earthquake code.

2016

NZME [APN NZ operation renamed] sold the newspaper to National Media Limited, owned by Andrew Denholm. The Wairarapa Times-Age returns to private ownership.

2018

Printing of the Wairarapa Times-Age returned to the region contracted to Webstar in Masterton.

2021

Wairarapa Times-Age on average sells more than 5000 papers daily. The free weekly Midweek newspaper is distributed to 22,050 households and businesses. There are 35 sta° producing both the Wairarapa Times-Age and Wairarapa Midweek.

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Wairarapa Midweek started in 1987. These days, it’s delivered to more than 22,000 households and businesses through Wairarapa and eagerly supported by local advertisers.

The role of the Wairarapa Times-Age daily newspaper is to provide a mix of hyperlocal, national, and world news, with a focus on what is happening in our region. It’s been a big year for the newsroom. We’ve battled our way through a global pandemic, reported on issues of great importance in local democracy, crime, health, education, the rural sector, and sports – and we’ve gained subscribers along the way.

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When you enter the main doors of the Wairarapa Times-Age, the front o˛ ce team are the ones who greet you. They are a crucial part of the business, as the main interface with the public.

In September last year, one of the most recognisable faces in this team, Liz McCracken, retired after 40 years’ service.

Circulation & ÿnance manager

The team greets visitors, answers the phones, sets and designs the classiÿ ed adverts, does photo orders, starts and stops subscriptions, purchases o˛ ce supplies, and does all the other admin duties required in keeping 35 sta˜ under control, and happy.

Nicky Vegar looks after the needs of Wairarapa Times-Age loyal subscribers. She also maintains open communication with the retailers who sell the paper around Wairarapa.

They are a friendly, experienced team who have collectively been with the newspaper for many years.

Helping them out on a Monday is Jill Carlyon, who side steps from her sales consultant role, and on a Friday, Sandy Mitchell steps out of her advertising role to assist in the classiÿ ed department.

Anne-Maree Nikolaison has been at the Times-Age for 33 years and Donna Candy 19 years, so there’s not much they don’t know about the place. Day-to-day running begins with them.

close connection is needed with the team at Webstar which prints the Times-Age, Midweek and Property magazine.

Nicky Vegar

She also keeps a close connection with contractor Nick Kelly, and his team of deliverers, who are responsible for getting the newspapers to the readers. Nicky, 2.5 years ago, took on the role as ÿ nance manager, which sees her invoicing/ billing advertising clients via Xero and liaising with accounting ÿ rm, Osborne Group.

“It’s fantastic having a newspaper locally owned with sta˜ that live in the district. We know the area; we get to know our subscribers [either over the phone or in person] and aim to provide exceptional customer service.”

Like all the Times-Age departments, the front o˛ ce team is tightknit, works well together, and supports each other, aiming to give the best public service they can.

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Nicky has an empathetic manner and can often be heard talking through someone’s problems including their newspaper delivery and will not think twice about taking a replacement personally if they’re nearby. A keen eye for detail and numbers, there’s nothing that gets lost on Nicky.

FROM LEFT: JULIE MCGHIE AND NICKY VEGAR. Keen to increase subscription numbers, she organises promotional o˜ ers for both print and digital newspapers. She also loves to think up imaginative ways to thank

long-standing loyal readers. Nicky also coordinates with the editorial and production teams to ÿ nalise the print quantity required for the next day’s edition. This means a

Nicky began her tenure with the Times-Age in 2006 as the advertising administrator. She’s also been a sales consultant and had the distribution manager’s role until APN purchased the newspaper and her job was outsourced. When it was purchased by Andrew Denholm in 2016, he invited her back as the circulation manager. She arrived in

Wairarapa 18 years ago from Auckland via Taupo for a few years. Raising three daughters in the region, she has loved the move south.

Circulation assistant

Julie McGhie Julie joined the team in late April 2021, as the Wairarapa Times-Age circulation assistant. She is the main point of contact for retail customers. She also helps in providing support for marketing initiatives. With an infectious zest for life, Julie’s vibrant personality means she has already built a great rapport with subscribers. Upper Hutt born and bred, she moved to Wairarapa 17 years ago. Away from the Times-Age o˛ ce, she is kept busy with her horses, dogs, pigs, and sheep – a lifestyle she thoroughly enjoys on land east of Carterton.

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Marketing your business Wairarapa Times-Age advertising team Our talented team of 12 consists of a commercial manager, two advertising administrators, three feature writers and six advertising consultants.

and appreciates all clients. We continue to strive towards delivering successful and engaging advertising campaigns. It is a tightknit team which works well together. We have a huge range of skills and backgrounds and draw on this diversity to help Times-Age clients get the best value for their dollar.

Each consultant has a client base whom they work alongside to help create advertising solutions to promote their services and/or products. These advertisements appear in the Wairarapa TimesAge, Wairarapa Midweek, special publications, Wairarapa Property, event programmes, and in digital form. The majority are designed by our own designers in the operations team.

If you would like to ÿ nd out how advertising can help your business contact one of our friendly team.

Commercial manager

Andrea Hay Andrea is one of those “glass half full” type people who see the positives in everything – her family, her job, her team, and the Wairarapa Times-Age. Andrea oversees the day-to-day running of the advertising team. She loves the environment that she has built around her team and knows

The advertising team thrives on being a part of a locally owned business and values

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Di Oakly Di has been with the Wairarapa Times- Age for 16 years. She can be the calm amid the storm when everything is happening around her, often in multiples. Di quietly brings it all together. She is responsible for coordinating the national advertising as well as liaising with the feature writers.

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Anna’s clients include the Carterton and Masterton areas. She likes getting out and about spending time with her clients and loves the diverse aspects of her job. Probably why she still enjoys working at the TimesAge after 25 years.

Advertising consultant

Barney Woollard Barney is the smartly dressed gent who always has a cheery word to share when you meet him in the street. He is responsible for the selling of real estate advertising in Wairarapa Property and each week checks in with his clients to ensure their needs are being met. In such a volatile real estate market, Barney’s job is ever more important. He has been with the Times-Age for 17 years.

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Jill is responsible for clients in the Eketahuna and Masterton CBD areas. She really enjoys working with her clients to get the best results for their businesses.

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Advertising consultant

Carrie White Carrie is our rural account manager and looks after several Masterton clients. She has a passion for learning about her clients’ businesses and creating an advertising solution that will help them thrive. Carrie loves following her family interests and enjoys volunteering to help with their sporting endeavors. In her spare time, she is a keen runner, who enjoys getting o˝ road to explore the Tararuas. Carrie has been with the Times-Age for six years.

Advertising consultant

Features writer

Karen Blade

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Karen enjoys getting out and about supporting clients in Featherston and Masterton. A keen cyclist, she is on the ACM cycling committee, and you will often hear her muttering about her e-bike. Her happy place is establishing her new garden. Karen has been with the TimesAge nine years.

David’s ÿ rst job with the Wairarapa Times-Age was as a paper boy in the summer of ’71. He returned to write some stories as a journalism student in 1989 and for a third time in the winter of 2006 as an advertising features writer, a role he continues in to this day, writing on every subject imaginable from club rugby ÿ nals to dairy farming.

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Loren Wilson

Features writer

Loren looks after the Martinborough and Greytown areas as well as key accounts in Masterton. Outside work, you will ÿ nd her defending the goal for Daleÿ eld Women’s 1 Hockey, gardening and out on the land. Loren has been with the Times-Age for three years.

Marlene Ditchÿeld Marlene is a contract writer and editor who returned to the Times-Age for her third time in 2018. A journalist, she enjoys the features work promoting the Wairarapa region and its people. Women in Business and Men@Work,

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Sandy returned to the TimesAge three years ago. She wears many hats, often at the same time, and is a jack-of-all-trades, covering in other departments when needed. Sandy’s primary role is booking local and property advertising and she can be found at the front o˛ ce on Friday.

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When not in the Times-Age o˛ ce, she is often found on the hockey sideline coaching the children’s Solway Blacksticks, or playing the game herself for Wairarapa Mitsubishi. She is kept busy watching and

Andrea began her time at the Times-Age in 2005 as an advertising consultant. She left to have children in 2009 and returned in 2012. She quickly embraced the new publishing world and in July 2016 was appointed the commercial manager.

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Andrea enjoys working on the promotion of the vast range of events in our region, and is part of the committee that organises the Wairarapa Times-Age Sports Awards.

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A lot of Andrea’s work is done behind the scenes, supporting the team, and ensuring the smooth running of the department. Her great organisational skills come in handy, ensuring that all the key features and special publications are on track. She drives the revenue side of the business too.

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2019. She won awards for the top student for news media reporting, and in advanced news reporting. She has a bent for environmental issues. Grace has interned for Stu˛ , the Deer Industry News, and freelanced for the Indian Weekender.

Word on the street Wairarapa Times-Age editorial team

Reporter

Tom Taylor “Democracy dies in darkness”. That’s the motto of the Washington Post and a sentiment the Times-Age reporters live by. The editorial team of 10 consists of a news director, deputy news director, production editor, sub editor, four journalists, a local democracy reporter, and a sports reporter. As you will read, they come from interesting and diverse backgrounds and have a wealth of media experience and interests. Each reporter keeps a close watch over their allocated areas and subjects to bring readers a variety of news from all over the Wairarapa region.

News director

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Production editor

Emily Ireland

Soumya Bhamidipati

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Based in Masterton, Emily has worked at the Times-Age since July 2015 as a reporter, Midweek editor, and chief reporter. She grew up on the Gold Coast in Australia where she gained her Bachelor of Journalism from Queensland’s Bond University. She believes Wairarapa deserves to have the best newspaper in the country, and every day she brings her passion, empathy, and enthusiasm, to the newsroom and the community.

Soumya is a born-and-bred Wellingtonian with a love of travel, tales, and tasty treats. Soumya is Emily’s right-hand woman and mainly reports on health and justice. She has a Master of Journalism and an honours degree in design.

Soumya has travelled to more than 30 countries, from her ÿ rst solo-trip to Italy at age 16 to working at Disney World in Florida. Interestingly, she spent two months in Uganda in 2019 volunteering on a menstrual health programme, which in° uenced her Masters research.

Emily’s responsibilities include working alongside the reporting team to produce the best stories they can, creating a safe and encouraging work environment, and keeping the newsroom buzzing with enthusiasm. She also works closely with the design team, to keep the news pages engaging and informative.

Before joining the Times-Age in November 2020, Soumya worked as a senior reporter for NZME.

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Tom moved from Auckland to Wairarapa in November 2020 and is based in Greytown. He is a graduate from AUT, where he studied a Postgraduate Certiÿ cate of Communications, including investigative journalism and magazine journalism courses. Tom had previously studied a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Music at the University of Auckland. Before starting at the Times-Age, Tom worked as a musician, music teacher, tour manager, and bar manager.

FROM LEFT: JOHN LAZO˝RON, MARCUS ANSELM, SUE TEODORO, SOUMYA BHAMIDIPATI, EMILY IRELAND, GRACE PRIOR, AND TOM TAYLOR. ˙ABSENT: ROGER PARKER, CHRIS COGDALE, AND PETER MARTINEZˆ. Journalism and broadcasting jobs in commercial radio and newspapers followed graduation before he settled at the Manawatu Standard in 1985. He moved to RNZ sport and returned to Palmerston North in 1988, to take a lead role in the industry’s transition from typewriters to keyboards, and cold type to computers. Moving to The Dominion and then DomPost, he was chief business sub from 1993-2008. Roger had a break from media to be a fulltime parent to two children from 2009-2017. He also tried his hand at being a tennis coach. His return to the media came in April 2021, when he joined the Wairarapa Times-Age as a sub-editor. Roger is keen on sport, music, comedy, and peace and quiet.

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Marcus’ news career started on the international sports desk at the UK’s Press Association during the Sydney Olympics. He moved over to PA’s digital

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John Lazo-Ron

John joined the Times-Age in January 2021 and is an all-round journalist with 15 years’ experience in the media industry. His work has involved communications work for organisations such as the Salvation Army, the Medical Assurance Society, and for FIFA promoting the under 17 Women’s World Cup in 2008. Newspaper-wise, he has been a reporter for the Daily Post in Taupo and as sports reporter for the Howick and

Pakuranga Times in Auckland. He was a Features Writer for The Aucklander and a contract writer for the Rugby News. John has an impressive portfolio and has won awards for his writing from the New Zealand Community Newspapers Association. He’s had one book published and is working on another. He is also a life group leader with the Arise Church organisation. John reports on transport, emergencies, and is the Midweek’s local news writer.

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Sue was born in London and grew up in South Africa. She has UK, Italian, and New Zealand citizenship. Passionate about travel, she has been to more than 56 countries. She has also walked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru, and the Camino Frances to Santiago in Spain. Sue has a previous career as a lawyer and in central government. Sue has a BA in Politics, an LLB, and is a Certiÿ ed Fraud

Examiner. She was awarded her Diploma in Multimedia journalism with distinction. She has two dogs, a kitten, two guinea pigs, and a husband. She has previously worked at Stu˛ and the Manawatu Standard. Sue reports on housing, travel, Martinborough, and Featherston.

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Grace Prior

Grace has been with the Times-Age since October last year, taking over the rural, environmental, Greater Wellington Regional Council, and coastal rounds, she is also a secondary reporter on housing. Grace graduated from her Bachelor of Communication at Massey University in November. She enjoys any opportunity to immerse herself in her rounds, whether out in the bush or in the mud on a farm.

He keeps a close eye on issues within education and business, and covers news stories in Greytown, Carterton, and Eketahuna.

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Chris Cogdale

Coggie got into media by accident in 1991 when doing radio reports on a central districts cricket match in Masterton. That led to part-time sports reporting for TodayFM and then into a full-time position as journalist, and after that a creative writer. In 2010, he joined Mediaworks to develop his quiz night business. After ÿ lling in at the Times-Age occasionally, he was o˛ ered a position as sport writer in 2019. A self-described “passionate sports tragic” he is constantly amazed how Wairarapa punches above its weight. He believes the most pleasing result ever is New Zealand winning the world test cricket championship. “The ultimate test of stamina and guile.”

Grace graduated from her Bachelor of Communication at Massey University in November

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The creative collective Wairarapa Times-Age operations team The operations team works with all of the departments behind the scenes six days a week to get the Times-Age’s publications to print. In 2016, the Times-Age operations team consisted of three people with much of the work outsourced. Upon becoming locally owned in 2016, the business model changed to supporting local. The majority of outsourced work was brought back to the Times-Age in Masterton, resulting in an increase in sta˜ to today’s 12 sta˜ . With the expansion of sta° ng numbers came the ability to do more varied tasks allowing the business to grow in di˜ erent areas. The operations department designs advertising, editorial pages, and

handles pre-press of the Wairarapa Property magazine, Wairarapa Times-Age and Wairarapa Midweek newspapers, and a selection of special publications, event programmes, and books. In the past few years, the department has added commercial design work to its list of skills, designing content and branding for organisations and business, handling the advertising design for two central North Island newspapers and designing and printing books for local authors.

Born and raised in Wairarapa, he loves the region, and his role, which brings a variety of publications to the populace. He joined the paper 18 years ago and was instrumental in the transition from outof-region ownership back to Wairarapa-owned. His work has been acknowledged in many awards for his advertising and editorial design including being awarded Australasia’s 2015 PANPA Creative Professional of the Year award in 2015.

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Bevan Wills Bevan is a graphic designer thrilled to be able to use his creative training plus management skills leading the operations team at the Wairarapa Times-Age. He also manages the paper’s IT and its website.

Christine collates many of the editorial features and opinion pages ready for creation, as well as creating edition layouts that detail where advertisements and editorial content will go. Christine is also responsible for the lifestyle, rural, and sport sections of Wairarapa Midweek and edits

Cathy Haste Cathy proofs advertisements to advertising and commercial clients. Many will know her as the cheerful voice on the phone who helps them to get the best outcome from their advertisements.

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Janice Dagg

We are pleased to provide Wairarapa Times-Age with ongoing IT support.

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Karen specialises in designing advertising features and special publications. Karen’s strong knowledge of Photoshop allows her to expertly restore and repair images.

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The ÿ rst designer hired when the Times-Age returned to local ownership, Rachel quickly established herself as a skilled designer.

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Working across commercial, advertising, feature and editorial design, Sarah is a very adaptable designer capable of taking on any project that comes her way.

Ivy is a graphic designer with a focus on editorial design creating engaging and eye-catching news pages for the Wairarapa Times-Age.

Currently on maternity leave, we look forward to Sarah’s return later this year.

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Senior graphic designer

Rachel designs a variety of commercial, advertising, and feature content, and is the lead editorial designer for the Wairarapa Midweek.

He focuses on creating news pages for the Wairarapa Times-Age that our readers love, as well as doing creative advertising design and illustrations for clients.

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Webstar Masterton When we say the Wairarapa Times-Age is produced locally, it certainly is – from creating the pages at the Times-Age o˜ ce, and then on to Webstar in Ngaumutawa Rd which prints the paper.

Ever wondered how your Wairarapa Times-Age paper arrives in your mailbox so early? There’s a special bunch of dedicated people who head out in the small hours, while you’re tucked up in bed, to deliver around the district.

Webstar also prints the Wairarapa Midweek newspaper, Wairarapa Property, and most of the Times-Age special publications. It was a mutual coup for the Times-Age printing to return to local production. In late 2004, APN decommissioned the printing presses at the Times-Age and

The miracle of the daily delivery

Nick Kelly has the contract to deliver the Times-Age and is supported by a hardy

band of 16 individuals. They drive to their allocated towns from Pahiatua in the north, to Martinborough and Featherston in the south.

who have been with me for years, are extremely valued,” he says. Most are on the road for an average of 2.5 hours, six days per week.

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Originally from the Hutt Valley, Nick moved to Wairarapa 11 years ago. He’s arranged the newspaper deliveries for APN, NZME, and continued after Andrew Denholm purchased the newspaper in 2016.

Nick says the hot-o˝ the-press newspapers begin arriving between 11pm and midnight and the drivers gather at the Times-Age building. “Wairarapa is a vast area to cover, and the loyal sta˝ , some

THE PRINTING PRESS AT WEBSTAR MASTERTON. the printing was contracted out of district – ÿ rst in Whanganui, and then in Hastings. As soon as Andrew Denholm could unwind inherited contracts with the paper’s purchase, he contracted to Webstar. This happened in 2018. “It was a no-brainer to give the work to a local company,” says Andrew.

“Webstar is an impressive operation with web printing facilities in both Masterton and Auckland and it has great environmental credentials.” Webstar has been awarded the top Toit˛ en vironmark Diamond status – something Webstar’s business development manager Shayne Williams is extremely proud of.

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Diverse range of printed projects produced The Wairarapa Times-Age and Wairarapa Midweek are the familiar newspapers which you regularly get in your letterboxes, but there’s way more in the Times-Age publication stable. There’s also the weekly Wairarapa Property, which is a must to graze, and then there’s the annual magazines which have become popular reading material. We have waiting lists for some from enthusiastic advertisers. These include the Women in Business; Men@Work; Rural Sector Extra; The Year that Was; Golden Shears; the Baby Book; Wairarapa Weddings; Wings Over Wairarapa; Wairarapa Country Music Festival; and the various residents’ guide. The Times-Age also publishes books too and can provide you with a competitive quote if you have a book in the pipeline.

Supporting local events in our region The Wairarapa Times-Age is passionate about supporting and celebrating local events.

Wairarapa Times-Age supported community events

We o˜ er advertising packages for the promotion of events in our region. Andrea Hay, commercial manager, says the Times-Age is continually striving to support and create engaging campaigns which capture the imagination of the community. “An event organiser will come to us with an idea, and we’ll get our creativity ° owing to come up with a campaign.” Think the ‘Ageing with Attitude Expo’, ‘Cruise Martinborough’, ‘Home & Interiors Show’, ‘New Zealand Cycle Classic’, or ‘Wings Over Wairarapa’ – the Times-Age has partnered with all these and more, to help promote their events. We can design, print, and publish event programmes

CIRCULATION MANAGER NICKY VEGAR WITH A MASTERTON RESIDENT DONATING GOODS TO THE FOOD BANK. – some examples are ‘Wings Over Wairarapa’ and ‘Golden Shears.’ If you have a burning idea to promote your business – give us a call. We’d love to be involved.

In addition to helping others’ events ° ourish, the Times-Age organises the Wairarapa Times-Age Sports Awards which celebrates the achievements and dedication of Wairarapa’s sporting community.

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Bright objects compete for attention This month the two brightest objects in the night sky [other than the moon] compete for attention at opposite horizons. Venus starts to make an appearance in the west after sunset later in the month. Meanwhile, Jupiter rises in the east, making a bright show by mid-evening. The curly-tailed scorpion is right overhead, well worth the neck ache as the sky is extra dark after 8pm, and Scorpius sits well in the stream of the Milky Way. You shouldn’t have any trouble ﬁnding Scorpius in this position, but just in case you do, on the 20th, the moon sits right by the Scorpion’s arrowhead-shaped head. In keeping up with the news regarding new visitors from space [not aliens, sorry], I was

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Nick Sault intrigued by excitement among comet watchers about comet BernardinelliBernstein. Why? Well ﬁrstly it is huge and secondly it is a new entry into the planetary centre of our solar system. Thirdly, I have just read that a giant comet of similar proportions is now thought to have wiped out the huge mammalians, including mammoths and mastodons, that existed just before the onset of human civilisation. Most comets we might get to see are Solar System captures; that is,

they were captured long ago into orbits around the sun. BernardinelliBernstein on the other hand, based on its orbital characteristics, seems to have come from about a light year away [about 10 trillion kilometres], which supports the theory put forward by Jan Oort in 1950 that way beyond the farthest planets, there’s a cloud of comets [called the Oort Cloud] that surround the inner Solar System. Every now and then, one of these comets gets pingponged into our inner sanctum. Then there is this story going around about

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another giant comet that around 12 to 13,000 years appears to have done to the post-ice age giant animals, like Mammoth, mastodon and twenty-foot tall giant sloth, what 65 million years ago another comet did to the dinosaurs; that is, wiped them out. This event, called the Younger Dryas, is much more relevant to our civilisation, being so close behind our history. More than that, it seems that the event, which brought on a millennium length ice-age, could have been the spark that ignited civilisation. With so many traditional prey animals disappearing, the remnant humans, who up to then were palaeolithic hunters, were forced to ﬁnd new ways of feeding themselves amidst the devastation. Seemingly, and over hundreds of years, they

hit on the idea of planting seeds themselves rather than allowing nature to do it. Agriculture was born, and the way was set for humans to progress civilisation. The moral of the story is that though it may be scary that there are these giant objects that occasionally impact our planet and create havoc to landscape and life, in both these cases – dinosaurs doom and Mammoth doom — life found a better way in the aftermath. After the demise of the dinosaurs, mammals came to dominate the land, and after the much more recent Younger Dryas event, human society burgeoned into what we have today. Fortunately, Bernardinelli-Bernstein, is not going to come knocking on Earth and change us again.

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Great ideas acted upon A story on Newshub shared how Rifter’s Gin has gone from an idea in a casual conversation between a client and a tradie, to become an award-winning gin brand over the course of just one year is an inspirational one. I loved hearing about how the two founders started with just the idea and not a lot else, then going on to set up their own brand. This is an example of how an idea being acted on leads to such a fulfilling outcome. We all have good ideas. However, too often we place obstacles in the way

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Tim Nelson before any tangible steps can be taken that could lead to the idea coming to fruition. Of course there is the chance that we could fail, but there’s also the learning and excitement that we could have, even if the idea doesn’t eventually become a ‘success’. History tells of so many examples of people who try countless things before eventually coming across

the one thing that they are recognised as being successful for. There will also be numerous people who have tried but not quite got there. In my view both are far more successful than those who were too afraid to even try.

Lead through kindness

I read about the thoughts and ideas of Machiavelli shared in his book The

Prince. Essentially Machiavelli said there should be an acceptance of good and bad in leaders. He gave examples of leaders from his time who carried out acts of considerable cruelty and brutality, but followed this up with street parades and reductions in taxes. Thomas Hobbs said the same thing to some extent, saying we should accept a tyrannical leader provided he or she provided a sense of stability. To both Machiavelli and Hobbs, I don’t agree with their ideas and sentiments. There have been

numerous leaders who have been fair, just, and kind without the need to rule by fear. Take the examples of business leaders, school principals, politicians, sports team captains … so many of whom earn respect by their combination of kindness, integrity, and hard work. We will always get what we come to accept, therefore we should accept only the very highest standards of those who represent us.

Things I do everyday

I thought I’d share a list of things that I try to do every day. Usually I get them all

done, but occasionally miss one, such as exercise for a rest day. Although the list is quite a long one most of the things take next to no time, with the longest being exercise, with this taking an hour at the most. Additionally, all of these things can be done at very little cost or for free. Here’s what I do: • Meditate using the Daily Calm app - 10 minutes. • Read a book for personal growth - 15 minutes. • Daily writing of these posts - 15 minutes. • Exercise - 60 minutes. • Not eating sweet sugary junk food - no time. • A Duolingo French lesson - 5 minutes. • A te reo Māori lesson 5 minutes. • Practise ukulele - 10 minutes. • Journaling - 10 minutes. That’s just two hours and 10 minutes. It may seem like a lot, but it has a hugely positive impact on the way I feel and doing these things are a big factor in why I’m able to meet the demands of quite a demanding job, as well as being a district councillor. My suggestion if you’re not doing any of these things would be to choose just one and work on it until it becomes a habit.

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Community education

This weekend there is a course at REAP, a Masterton-based community education centre. The course is on Lightroom through the Wairarapa Camera Club. This is such a fabulous opportunity for anyone with an interest in this area. Two experts, Peter and Tim, will run the course for the two days. Included in the experience for each day is morning tea, afternoon tea, and lunch. Not only will the course be an opportunity to increase knowledge and skills, it will also be a chance to interact with others who have similar interests, adding to the learning experience. One of the incredible things about the weekend is that the cost of taking part is only $60. The reason it can happen is the generosity of time from Peter and Tim and the fact that there is a like-minded group of participants who want to develop their knowledge and skills. Community education courses are such a great means of personal development in a wide range of areas. Look for opportunities to expand your own

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Walk a mile in their shoes

Author Malcolm Gladwell featured on an episode of the Daily Stoic podcast. During the discussion with host Ryan Holiday, Gladwell mentioned a concept that we have all heard so many times before, this being to ‘walk a mile in someone else’s shoes’. He then went on to give the example of a teacher of a class of eight-yearold pupils, declaring how much admiration he has for anyone who can manage and teach a diverse group of 30 young children day after day for nine months of the school year. When you read this, it’s easy to see how impressive good teachers really are. The idea doesn’t just refer to teachers, it could be anyone in any vocation at any time in history. Often we judge in terms of the context of today, as opposed to the context of the time in which decisions were made. Gladwell said this is the reason why we need to study history, not to excuse the past, but instead to get an understanding of why decisions were made.

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Surnames defined humble beginnings I feel very sorry for kids who get lumbered with a ridiculous name because their parents think it’s cool. They spend the rest of their lives having to spell and explain it. Mind you, I have spent my whole life spelling both my Christian and surnames, but they are not names I have ever been laughed at or bullied about. I am always grateful when I give my christian name and I am asked is that with an E or an H? Very courteous. There is an official list of banned names in New Zealand but lots of unfortunate ones still seem to get through. When our daughter started having children, we were resigned to the fact that we would be babysitting Skyrocket and Moonbeam. However, mum and dad considered the long-term effect on the child and we have Megan Rose and Adam John. Whew! Surnames are a different matter. Their origins are fascinating. If your surname is a place name these are known as “locative surnames”. After time, John from Beckham simply became known as John Beckham. A “geographical surname” indicates that you would have lived near

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Graeme Burnard that geographical feature. Hill, Wood, River. John on the hill or John in the wood developed over the years to be your surname. Atlee for example means someone who lived “at the lee”, a lee being Saxon for meadow. If we were still developing surnames, many of us would be named Postman. Bus Driver, Accountant etc etc. In the middle ages, surnames such as Nailer [someone who made nails], Waterman [someone who transported people by water] Fuller [someone who bleached cloth], Fletcher [someone who made arrows] were commonplace Some nicknames became surnames. Little, Redman and Wiseman meaning someone small, someone with red hair and someone clever. However, they could have also meant the opposite. Maybe to tease and ridicule. John Wiseman could have been as thick as two short planks and remember Little John in the Robin Hood stories.

He was huge. Names ending in “son’ or ‘s’ both mean the same. Richardson and Richards for example, both mean son of Richard. The oldest surname in the world is KATZ going back to 1300BC. Apparently every male member of the family line was a priest so perhaps some indiscretions kept the family line going. The longest recorded family tree is in China and goes back to King Tang [1675-1646BC]. His most famous descendent was philosopher and teacher, Confucius [551479BC]. There are over 80 generations in this family. But back to crazy first names and just to show you how cruel some parents can be. Here are some examples of names that have appeared on birth certificates. ABCD; Tu Morrow; Yunique: Inspektor; Ssst; Germ; Moxie Crimefighter and Facebook [and that was for a girl]. Say no more.

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Capacity is highlighted as the biggest hurdle by CE Wairarapa’s Andrew Olsen has been appointed the new chief executive of Rural Contractors New Zealand. A new chief executive, president, and vicepresident have begun running the ship after an annual conference that highlighted pressurised challenges in meeting industry capacity constraints. Rural Contractors New Zealand say these are likely to impact farmers and crop production. Olsen has become the group’s ﬁrst fulltime chief executive, with the retirement of long-serving Roger Parton. He said a big task for the sector going ahead was the dire lack of staﬀ, which could cripple the

primary sector. Olsen said if the staﬃng situation didn’t change, New Zealand would begin to lose large amounts of export money. He said the industry had a tough season last year, running on limited staﬀ with no aid coming in from overseas. Olsen said economist Tony Alexander told the conference of increasing labour shortages and competition for talent. “His advice was for rural contractors to focus on their businesses and really consider their capacity to service customers, review pricing and how to train and retain good workers. Many at conference took this advice onboard immediately and began planning changes they will initiate.” He said this could

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include factoring in a string of messages that pricing of farm machinery and wrap ﬁlm would rise by as much as 20 per cent. Olsen said rural contractors also heard that farmers were increasingly less interested in applying their own chemicals, which was opening up new customer opportunities for spray operators. Olsen and incoming vicepresident Helen Slattery said the conference reinforced the intense challenges rural contractors were facing, as well as identifying new opportunities.

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Slattery said the key issue for rural contractors was the minimal allowance for only

125 skilled machinery operators to come in for the next season. She said a survey of rural contractors showed 400 or more were needed

to keep up with farmer demand. “A new round of training is under way, including four monthlong courses starting at the Telford campus from July 12. “Those trainees emerge with tractor-driving skills, but it takes our members a lot longer to get them to

the point they can operate complex machinery.” Olsen said short courses were also available at Taratahi and encouraged famers and contractors in the region to help themselves to the MPIfunded courses. Olsen said he would be working with the government seeking more

experienced machinery operators to be allowed in from overseas – or face crops left in the ground. He said if they were not willing to work with them, and fast, jobs and export dollars would be lost, businesses would fail. Fatigue, stress, depression or worse are very real issues in the sector. The

government needs to address the quota, give us the full 400 experienced migrant workers we asked for. “I also will be asking for an exemption to the unfair tax our members face when they need to replace their ute. Sure, we heard at conference of the launch of the electric

Ford Lightning, which saw 44,500 pre-sales in two days in North America, but it’ll be years before we get them here,” he said. He said that a contracting career wasn’t just for men and encouraged women to take up jobs within the industry.

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50 Wairarapa Midweek Community Events Wednesday, July 7, 2021 Thursday Morning Bikers: Discover your town and country pathways safely by bicycle. Short rides for everyone. Call Liz Mikkelsen [06] 216-2187 [after 5pm]. Parkinson’s Exercise Class: 1.30pm, at the Masonic Village Hall, 35 Edith St. Contact Roslyn [027] 264-8623. Justice of the Peace: Masterton CAB 9.30am-12.30pm. Wairarapa Genealogy Branch: Family History Research Rooms, next to Wairarapa Archive, Queen St, Masterton, open 1-4pm. Research assistance available if required – free service but donations appreciated. Wairarapa Fern and Thistle Pipe Band: Weekly practice. Masterton Variety Club Hall, 10 Albert St, 6.30-8.30pm. Contact Ian Macdonald [027] 232-5882. Belly Dance for Beginners: Featherston Community Centre. 6.30-7.30pm. Call Antonia Blincoe [021] 105-7649. Danzability Class: 10.30-11.30am, at St John’s Hall, 73 Main St, Greytown. Contact physio.rachel.horwell@gmail.com or [022] 077-2654. Ruamahanga Club: Cards – 500, 1-4pm, at Wairarapa Services Club, Essex St, Masterton. GirlGuidingNZ: Carterton Pippins, 5-7 years, 4.15-5.30pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Carterton Brownies, 7-9½ years, 6-7.30pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Digital Seniors: Free one-on-one Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching. Drop in or call freephone 0800373-646. Martinborough: St Andrew’s Church, 9.30-11am. Featherston: Union Church, 1.30-3.30pm. Masterton Art Club: 10am-2pm, tutored classes available, also print on Fridays, at 12 Victoria St. Call Sue 377-7019 or Elissa [0274] 706-528. Age Concern: Steady As You Go - Falls Prevention Class, 9.30am, at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Age Concern: Steady As You Go – Falls Prevention Class for Men, 10.30am, at the Seniors Citizens’ Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Housie: 1pm, at Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club, Carterton [behind Carters], raffles, afternoon tea supplied. Call 3795923. Narcotics Anonymous: 7.30-8.30pm, at St

Matthew’s Church, Church St, Masterton. Carterton Community Choir: 7.15-9pm, at Carterton School, Holloway St. Ability to read music not essential. Call [022] 373-4299. Masterton Petanque Club: 2pm, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Myrna Lane 377-3064. Social Learners Bridge: 1-3.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Barbara [06] 304-9208. Wairarapa Model Aero Club: 9am-noon, at the Masterton Aerodrome. Red Star Table Tennis Club: 5-7pm at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter (027) 566-4664 or Brian 377-4066. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 6.30pm. Whakaoriori Shufflers: Line dancing, Red Star clubrooms, Herbert St, Masterton, intermediate, 1-2.30pm. Call 377-5518 or 377-1135. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, 365 Queen St.

FRIDAY, JULY 9 Featherston Town Market: An evening market, to coincide with Matariki celebrations, organised by Jennifer Grey of the Wairarapa Gateway Business Group. Justice of the Peace: Carterton library noon-2pm; Masterton District Court 11am1pm; Eketahuna Library 1.30-4.30pm. Aratoi Exhibitions: School holiday programmes, Matariki whanau activities, to July 25; The Disappearing Woman: Artists Cathrine Lloyd and Emily Efford, curated by Keren Chiaroni, to September 5; Te Hono Wai – Where Waters Meet: Sculpture by Jo Torr, to September 5. Masterton Social Badminton Club: Wairarapa College gym, Cornwall St entrance, 7-9pm. Contact Hamish Macgregor [021] 259-7684 or Sam [021] 055-2113. Masterton Variety Club: Practice 1.30pm, 10 Albert St, Masterton. New members welcome. Call Eric McEwen 377-0792 or Doreen Wakefield 370-4606. Seniornet Wairarapa: Computer/cellphone help, 1-2.30pm, Departmental Buildings, 33 Chapel St, Masterton. Call John [027] 383-5654. Wairarapa Stop Smoking Service: Quit Clinic at Whaiora 9am-noon. Support

available across Wairarapa at no cost to you. Call Whaiora 0800 494 246. Needlework & Craft Drop-in: 10am-noon, Featherston Community Centre. Call May [06] 308-6912 or Virginia [06] 308-8392. Cloth Collective Sewing Workshop: Noon4pm Featherston Community Centre. Call Sara Uruski [0274] 474-959. Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. Carterton Craft Market: Mon-Sat: 9am4pm, Sun: 10am-3pm, 25 High St North, Carterton. Call Desley [027] 787-8558. Kids’ Song And Story: Fun songs, finger plays and stories for under-5s, during school terms, 9.30-10.30am, at Epiphany Church Hall, High St South, Masterton. Call Pam 378-6740 Greytown Music and Movement: For preschoolers, 10am, at St Luke’s Hall, Main St. Contact: email admin@stlukesgreytown. co.nz Dance Fit: At Carrington Park, Carterton, at 6-7pm. If weather not good it’s in youth centre of Event Centre. Text dance groove to [022] 321-2643. Masterton Masters Swimming Club: Club night 5.30-6.30pm, Trust House Recreation Centre back pool. Call Stu [027] 2954189 or Lucy [021] 0204-4144. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf Croquet 9.15am behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Russell Ward 377-4401. Carterton Senior Citizens: 1.30-4pm, play cards, Rummikub and Scrabble, Carterton Memorial Club, Broadway.

SATURDAY, JULY 10 Wairarapa Embroiderers Guild: At the Ranfurly Club Rooms, Chapel St, Masterton. Call Billie Sims 3782949 or Jenny 377-0859 or email Wairarapaembroiderers@gmail.com Tinui Craft Corner and Museum: Open Sat, Sun and public holidays 10am-4pm, groups by arrangement. Call Jean [06] 372-6623 or Gael [06] 372-6808. Wairarapa Genealogy Branch: Family History Research Rooms, next to Wairarapa Archive, Queen St, Masterton, open 10am-1pm. Research assistance available if required – free service but donations appreciated. Cobblestones Museum: Daily 10am-4pm. Printing Works: Sat/Sun, 1-4pm. Our

resident printer recreates the activity of a letterpress job-printing shop in the early 1900s. Cobblestones Museum, 169 Main St, Greytown. Call [06] 304-9687. Greytown Menz Shed: 9am-noon. Learn new skills, fix things, help others. Meeting room and kitchen available to community groups by arrangement. Call Paul Dodge [021] 0262-6595. Wairarapa Farmers’ Market: 9-1pm, Solway Showgrounds Masterton, entry from Fleet and York Sts, under the grandstand and nearby redwood tree. Featherston Weekly Market: 8am-2pm, 33 Fitzherbert St. Women’s Self Defence: With Dion, 9am, band rotunda, Queen Elizabeth Park. Call [020] 4124-4098. Parkrun: Weekly 5km run/walk. Measured, timed, free. 8am start, at the Woodside end of the Greytown rail trail. Onetime registration essential. Info: parkrun.co.nz/ greytownwoodsidetrail Martinborough Museum: Open Sat and Sun at No 7 The Square, 10.30am2.30pm. No admission charge but donation/koha appreciated. Featherston Heritage Museum: Behind the Featherston Library and Information Centre. Sat and Sun 10am-2pm, other times by arrangement, groups welcome. Call Elsa [021] 263-9403. Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Masterton Library, 10am-noon. Carterton District Historical Society: 150 High St North, Carterton. Open by appointment. Call 379-9021 or 379-5564. Toy Library: Masterton: 10am-1pm, 365 Queen St. Featherston: 14 Wakefield St, 10am-noon. Call Abby Waterson [021] 0256-6719. Carrington Bowls & Croquet Club: Golf Croquet: 1.15pm for 1.30pm start. Call Helen Waldron 379-5671. Bowls: 1.20pm for 1.30pm start at the clubrooms behind Carters, Carterton. Call Rex Kenny 379-7303. Masterton Croquet Club: Association Croquet 9.15am and 12.45pm behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Carl Redvers 378-7109.

SUNDAY, JULY 11 Masterton Marauders Wargaming Club: At the Masterton Croquet Club, 1-5pm. Call Vince Cholewa [027] 344-1073 or

visit http://mastertonmarauders.blogspot. co.nz Carterton Farmers’ Market: High St, Carterton, 9am-12.30pm. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, 365 Queen St. Wairarapa Model Aero Club: 9am-noon, at the Masterton Aerodrome. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 1pm. Masterton Petanque Club: Club day 2pm, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Myrna Lane 377-3064. Masterton Car Boot Sale and Market: 6.30-11.30am, Farriers car park. Contact ja.murray@xtra.co.nz Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association croquet, 1pm for 1.15pm start, at clubrooms behind Carters, Carterton. Call Robin Brasell [06] 222-4000.

MONDAY, JULY 12 Justice of the Peace: Masterton CAB 9.30am-12.30pm. Featherston Music Club: 7-9pm at Featherston Community Centre. Call Shaun [027] 672-6249. Age Concern: Keep Fit!, 9.30am; line dancing, 10.40am, at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Indoor Bowls: 1.30pm, Club Carterton RSA, Broadway. Call [027] 645-0905. East Indoor Bowling Club: 7pm. Call Julie 377-5497 or George 378-9266. Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate: Greytown St John’s Hall, Main St, 6.30-8.30pm. Contact Paul [027] 376-9804. Featherston Music Club: 7-9pm. Call Shaun O’Brien [027] 672-6249. Carterton Scottish Dance Club: 7.30pm, at Carterton School Hall, Holloway St. No partner required. Call Elaine 377-0322. Wairarapa Services Club: Cards – 500, 1.30pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. Mah Jong: 1-4pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Pat Hamilton [06] 308-9729. Senior Citizens Club Cards: 1-4pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Val [06] 308-9293. Art for Everyone: Featherston Community Centre, 7-9pm. Call Sandie [021] 1574909. Red Star Table Tennis Club: 6-8pm at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter [027] 566-4664 or

Brian 377-4066. Wairarapa Stop Smoking Service: Support available across Wairarapa at no cost to you. Call a Quit Coach based at Whaiora 0800 494 246. Play Gym: St James Church Hall 116 High St, Masterton, 9.30-11am, for 0-3-year-olds. Carterton Food Bank: 10-11am Mon-Fri at Haumanu House [down the lane between Carters and the Clock Tower]. Call 379-4092. Carterton Community Toy Library: Events Centre, Holloway St, Mon-Sat during CDC Library hours. https://www.facebook.com/ CartertonToyLibrary/ Hospice Wairarapa Support Services: Free of charge for anyone dealing with a terminal illness. Call [06] 378-8888, or www.hospicewairarapa.co.nz CCS Disability Action Wairarapa Office: 36 Bannister St, Masterton, 10am-1pm Mon-Fri. For Mobility Parking Permits, Disability Support and Advocacy. Call 3782426 or 0800 227-2255. Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. The Dance Shed: 450A Belvedere Rd, Carterton. Beginners Linedance Class: 6-7pm. Linedance Intermediate Class: 7.30-8.30pm. Call Wendy [027] 319-9814. Epilepsy Support Group: 11am at the Salvation Army office, 210 High St South, Carterton. Call 0800 20 21 22. Citizens Advice Bureau: Free and confidential advice, Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, 43 Perry St, Masterton. Call 377-0078 or 0800 367-222. Masterton District Brass Band: Rehearsals at 7pm, in the Band Room, Park Ave, Masterton. Call [022] 574-0742. Carterton Alcoholics Anonymous: 8pm, Salvation Army Community Rooms, 210 High St. Call Bob [021] 042-2947 or Martin [06] 372-7764. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Rangers, 12½-18 years, 6.30-8pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. South Wairarapa Guides [Greytown], 9-12½ years, 6-8pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550.

TUESDAY, JULY 13 South Wairarapa Badminton Club: Featherston Sports Stadium, Underhill Rd, at 7.30pm.

Justice of the Peace: Masterton library 11am-1pm. Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate: Martinborough Primary School Hall, cnr Dublin and Roberts sts, juniors 5.306.15pm. Contact Clare [027] 832.9743; juniors and adults 6.15-8pm. Contact Anna [021] 163-8867. Wairarapa Genealogy Branch: Family History Research Rooms, next to Wairarapa Archive, Queen St, Masterton, open 1-4pm. Research assistance available if required – free service but donations appreciated. Martinborough Community Choir: 7.15-9pm, First Church Hall, Weld St. Martinborough. Contact Vicki Jones: vicbjones@gmail.com Seniornet Wairarapa: Computer/ cellphone help 1.30-2.30pm, Departmental Buildings, 33 Chapel St, Masterton. Call John [027] 383-5654. Digital Seniors: Free one-on-one Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching. Drop in or call freephone 0800-373-646. Carterton: 3 Mile, 66 High St, 9.30-11.30am. Greytown: Greytown Library, 1.30-3.30pm. Paint/draw: From live model,10amnoon, at Masterton Art Club, Victoria St. Call Elissa Smith [027] 470-6528. Free Literacy and Numeracy Classes: At Literacy Aotearoa Masterton. Call Carol [022] 524-5994 or visit us at 340 Queen Street, Masterton. Masterton Alcoholics Anonymous: 7.30pm, St Matthew’s Church Hall, 35 Church St. Call Anne 378-2338 or David [021] 116-5505. Social Bridge: At South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club, 1.30-3.30pm, no partner needed. Call Lesley [021] 299-6389. Wairarapa Services Club: Cards – Euchre, 1pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Pippins, 5-7 years, 3.45-5pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Dance Fitness: 6.30-7.30pm, at Fareham House Hall Featherston. Call Justine [0204] 105-2830. Chair Exercise: Gentle chair exercises, 2-2.45pm, at St John’s Hall, Greytown. Red Star Table Tennis Club: 9am-noon at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter (027) 566-4664

or Brian 377-4066. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 10am. Juesday Art: 10am-12.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Julia [06] 308-8109. Featherston Wahine Singers: 7-8.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Susan [021] 246-4884. Carterton District Historical Society: 44 Broadway, 2-4pm, or by appointment. Call 379-9021 or 379-5564. Clareville Badminton Club: Main Stadium at Clareville, 7.30pm -9pm. Call Steve [027] 333-3975. Central Indoor Bowls Club: 7.30pm, Hogg Crescent hall. Call Mathew or Graeme 378-7554. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficiaries Association: Meet for social indoor bowls, 500 cards, or a chat 1-3pm, Senior Citizens hall, Cole St. Call Ngaire 377-0342. Free Community Fit Club: 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. Woops A Daisies: Leisure Marching Team practise 4-5pm, at the Trust House Rec Centre Stadium. Call Cheryl [06] 3701922 or [027] 697-6974. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, at rear of Masterton YMCA, 162 Dixon St, Masterton. South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club: Games afternoon, including cards, board, darts, pool etc. Call Doff 304-9748. Girl Guiding: Pippins [5-7 years] 3.455pm. Call Chrissy Warnock 372-7646. Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association croquet: 1pm for 1.15pm start. Call Robin Brasell [06] 222-4000. Bowls: At 1.20pm for 1.30pm start, at the clubrooms behind Carters, Carterton. Call Rex Kenny 379-7303. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf Croquet 9.15am behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Russell Ward 377-4401.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 14 Justice of the Peace: Masterton CAB noon-2pm. St John: Greytown Penguins, boys and girls 6-8 years, 6-7.30pm, St John Hall, Main St. Call Esther [027] 637-4110.

Parkinson’s Singing Group: 10.30am, at the South Wairarapa Workingman’s Club, Main St, Greytown. Call Marguerite Chadwick 379-5376. Wairarapa Spinners & Weavers: 10am in The Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton. Call Trish 378-8775 or Josie 378-6531. Scrabble Club: 1-4pm at Masterton District Library in the Learning Centre, 54 Queen St. All welcome. Contact Sue McRae [027] 449-0601 or sue.mcrae. nz@gmail.com Age Concern: Keep Fit! 1.30pm Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Greytown Menz Shed: 9am-noon. Learn new skills, fix things, help others. Meeting room and kitchen available to community groups by arrangement. Call Paul Dodge [021] 0262-6595. Featherston Amateur Wrestling Club: For the school term. Classes are weight and skill dependent; Beginners, 5-9 years, 5.30-6.15pm; 10 years+ [including adults] 6.15-7.30pm. The Dance Shed: 450A Belvedere Rd, Carterton. Line Dance Class 6-7pm; Rock N Roll Dance Class: 7.30-8.30pm, Beginners/Couple Coaching, Social/ Competitive. Call Wendy [027] 319-9814. Healing Rooms: Confidential prayer for healing or any situation, 1-3pm, Ranfurly Rooms, Chapel St, Masterton. No appointment necessary. Call [021] 159- 4160. Carterton Cycle Group: An informal group of ‘leg power’ and e-power cyclists, from Belvedere Rd [weather permitting] for 20km or 40-60km rides. Call Irene (027) 634-9167 or Lesley (021) 2996389. Heart of Arts Wairarapa: A community gallery showing work from Wairarapa artists, 47 High St North, Carterton, WedSun, 11am-3pm. Wairarapa Rockers: Rock’n’roll. Couple inquiries to [027] 333-1793. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Brownies, 7-9½ years, 5.30-7pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Digital Seniors: Free one-on-one Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching. Free one-on-one Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching. Drop in or call freephone 0800-373-646. Masterton: Masterton Library, 10am-noon.

Dance Fitness: 9.30-11am, preschoolers with parents or caregivers, music and movement and art, at Fareham House Hall Featherston. Call Justine [0204] 105-2830. Wairarapa Services Club: Rummikub, 1pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. Cards: Come and join other enthusiastic “500” Players 1.15-4.15pm, at the Carterton Club. Call Barbara 379-6582 or Val 379-8329. AA Meeting: At 7.30pm, Departmental building, level one. Entry on the carpark side. Call [027] 557-7928. Silver Ukulele Club: 1-3pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Jan [06] 3088556. Whakaoriori Shufflers: Line dancing, Red Star clubrooms, Herbert St, Masterton, improvers 5-6.30pm. Call 377-5518 or 377-1135. Kiddie Gym: For 0-3-year-olds, 9.3011am, at St David’s Church, corner High and Victoria Sts, Carterton. Call Lorna or Abby 379-8325. Rangatahi to Rangatira Youth Group: Join us for sports, food, and leadership, Carterton Events Centre. Text “R2R” to [027] 742-2264. Masterton Art Club: 10am-2pm, tutored classes available, also print on Fridays, at 12 Victoria St. Call Elissa [0274] 706-528. Recreational Walking Group: 9.30am, Essex St car park. Call Ann Jackson, 3725758, or Ann Duckett, 378-8285. Te Runga Scouts: Cubs, 6-7.30pm, 45 Harley St, Masterton. Wairarapa Singers: Choral singing, based in Masterton. Call Sean Mulcahy 379-9316. Soulway Cooking and Crafts: 10amnoon, High St, Masterton. Call Nikki Smith 370-1604 [church office]. Carrington Bowls & Croquet Club: Golf Croquet: 1.15pm for 1.30pm start. At the clubrooms behind the Clocktower, Carterton. Call Helen Waldron 379 5671. Masterton Croquet Club: Association Croquet 9.15am and 12.45pm behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Carl Redvers 378-7109. * To have an event listed please email event@age.co.nz by noon Thursday prior

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Former Kandahar Home staff gathered recently for a reunion. Enliven’s Kandahar Home was a very different place when Liz Garden started working there in 1988. She joined the team initially as a volunteer. Over the next 17 years worked as a trainer then was a care worker in the original dementia unit in the home when it opened in 1992. “Nobody talked about dementia much back then,” Liz remembers. “I used to do a lot of sewing so I created all sorts of things that the residents could use. We’d also take the men out to the old men’s shed and they’d tinker with a hammer and nails.” Her memories were some of many that were shared recently by about 50 former Kandahar Home staff at a reunion. “We’ve had little brief get-togethers before, but we decided we’d like to get everybody together that we can,” says Liz, who was one of the organisers. She says staff who attended the event mainly worked at Kandahar Home between the 1980s and early 2000s. Some long-term staff who still work at the home also came along.

“We had cooks, cleaners, nurses, enrolled nurses, and even a few ex-managers come along – some of them hadn’t seen each other for 30 or 40 years!” The reunion involved a lunch and a “real gossipy” session, Liz says. Many former staff also brought along pieces of memorabilia from their time at the home, including old name badges and photos. Liz said a few of the former staff hadn’t been to the home since they left, and the changes and upgrades were a treat for them to see. For Liz, she has retained her connection with Kandahar Home and Court. She visits the home and the specialised dementia unit once a month to hold reminiscing sessions on a volunteer basis. Enliven’s Kandahar Home and Village in Lansdowne, Masterton offers retirement living, rest home and hospital care, while nearby Kandahar Court offers specialised dementia care. For more information visit www. enlivencentral.org.nz or call the friendly team on 06 370 0447.

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Classified For Sale BURGISS, Ken. Trish, Colleen and John, and families wish to express their heartfelt thanks to relatives, friends, neighbours and work colleagues who supported them in various ways during Ken’s illness and at the time of his passing. We have appreciated the personal messages of sympathy, cards, letters, food, flowers, tributes plus the many phone calls. Special thanks to Parkinson’s Wairarapa and the Healthcare carers for their wonderful care of Ken, over a very long time, without them I could not have coped, to Pastor John Traill for his comforting words, and to all who travelled from near and far to be with us at the service. We are comforted in the knowledge that Ken touched the lives of so many wonderful people. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement. Visit www.tributes.co.nz

FENCES - We build quality domestic fences, gates, decks and security. Erecta Fence Ph 027 247 7990.

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Caravans, Motorhomes, Trailers VOLKSWAGON MOTORHOME 2003, 2 berth, LT35 TD1, shower, toilet, TV, solar panel, 305,000 kms, $27,000 ono. Phone 0274 394 850.

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Funeral Directors

MASTERTON MASTERTON $410 73 ColomboCtRoad $200 6 Alamein

2 Gum 4m³ $620, 2m³

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Macrocarpa $610, 2m³ $360: Split Pine 4m³ $500, 2m³ $300: Manuka 2m³ $530: Manuka & Mac $860: Gum & Mac $640: Gum & S/Pine $580: Mac & Pine $570: Bagged Kindling $15ea. WINZ Quotes. Prices incl. GST & del. Wholesale Firewood Supplies. Ph (04) 232-9499, www.firewoodsupplies.co.nz

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Sports Notices

PAST PLAYERS DAY Now that we have moved out of COVID level 2 we can reschedule our Past Players Day. Gladstone Rugby Club invites all Past Players and Sponsors to attend our Past Players Day on Saturday 10th July 2021 at Steve Thompson Domain Gladstone. Refreshments and a light lunch will be served from 12 noon. Reserves will be in play-offs so opposition unknown - Game at 1pm. Premiers playing Eketahuna starting 2.30pm.

ROBERT MILNE FUNERAL DIRECTOR

Hire Services FORKLIFTS, TRACTORS TRUCKS, LOADERS, TRANSPORTER Long or Short term all at James Trucks & Machinery, 291 High Street, Solway, Masterton. Phone Gary 06 377 0550.

Ph 370 1110 35-37 Lincoln Rd, Masterton www.wairarapafunerals.co.nz

We Welcome You To

Opaki School Hall Waipipi Road, Masterton Each Sunday 3.30pm-4.30pm (except 1st Sun of Month) & each Thursday 7.30pm-8.15pm 1st Sunday of month Pahiatua Town Hall 3.30pm-4.30pm

UPHOLDING ALL THAT JESUS LIVED AND TAUGHT Phone/text 0210 222 0397

WANTED RECORDS

Cash paid for pop, rock, jazz records. Call or text Greytown Record Dispensary @ Wakefield Antiques 72 Main St Greytown to discuss what you have 06 304 9807 0274 422 502

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Renee Whitcombe Enjoy getting your hair done in your own home. Great Rates! Try me now! Ph 06 377 1617 or 027 246 1617 Public Notices

PUKEMANU BOATING & FISHING CLUB INC Advise their AGM will be held at Pukemanu Tavern, Martinborough at 10am sharp on Sunday 25th July 2021. Refreshments & nibbles supplied on completion

The July meeting of the

MASTERTON TRUST LANDS TRUST BOARD will be held after the AGM on Monday,

19th July 2021 in the Trust Office, 189 Queen Street, Masterton.

Andrew Croskery General Manager

is turning 40 on Tuesday 13 July at the Tinui Hall, 11.00am. There will be a special AGM and afterwards we are having a shared Pot Luck Lunch to celebrate 40 years since the opening of the Tinui Craft Corner. We are inviting current members, former members, friends and volunteers to celebrate with us. Please bring a plate for a shared lunch. Contact Lesley - 06 372 6433

CARTER SOCIETY INCORPORATED Carterton Community owned and Community led NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE CARTER SOCIETY INC. WILL BE HELD 1.30PM ON TUESDAY 27TH JULY 2021 AT CARTERTON COMMUNITY COURTHOUSE, HOLLOWAY ST, CARTERTON The Agenda will include presentation of the Annual Report, presentation of staff awards and progress on developments. All welcome Sharon Parker, Chairperson Carter Society Inc.

The ANNUAL MEETING of the Masterton Trust Lands Trust electors will be held in the Trust s Office, 189 Queen Street, on Monday 19th July 2021 at 4pm for the purpose of receiving the Annual Report and Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021. Electors of the Trust district, which comprises the former Borough of Masterton and the Masterton Small Farm Settlement area, are invited to attend this meeting. Copies of the audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021 will be available. Andrew Croskery General Manager

Health

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Church Services

CHRISTIAN SERVICES

DRY PINE 1 cubic metre

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Funeral Directors

For Sale FOR SALE FIREWOOD MULCH TOP SOIL COMPOST Call 021 220 3694

Trades Services

If you are over the age of 18 years and live in the Wairarapa region and have accessed mental health and wellbeing support services, or have supported men with mental health and wellbeing needs, your experiences need to be heard! I am completing a study on the experiences of men and the adults who support them. The study will require being available to complete an audio recorded interview, up to two hours, and the potential for a follow up interview, up to one hour. If you would like to know more, contact: P.Ferris-day@massey.ac.nz

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 Bell Street Featherston, Rail Crossing Upgrade, will close the following road to ordinary vehicular traffic for the period indicated hereunder. During the period of closure detours will be in place. Road proposed to be closed: Bell Street, Featherston, full road closure between Johnston Street and Birdwood Street. Period of closure Saturday 10th July 2021 - 05:00am – Sunday 11th July 2021 8:00pm Euan Stitt Group Manager Partnerships & Operations

To Place Your Notice

( 06 370 6033

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Classified Employment

ELECTRICIANS REQUIRED

Employment

Wairarapa College Relief Teachers Wanted

We are looking for Registered Electricians to join our team. You will need to be: • Currently NZ Registered • Enjoy a team environment • Wish to continue further training

• We would like someone with light industrial and commercial experience with knowledge on security and heat pump installation.

Remuneration packages will be negotiated on candidates experience. If you would like to join McKenzies Electrial 2000 Ltd please contact: jobsatmckenzies@gmail.com All applications will be treated confidentially.

E AUTOMOTIVE SERVIC OR

RECEPTION/ADVIS

We are looking for suitably qualified and certificated teachers to work as Relief Teachers at Wairarapa College. If you would like to put your name forward please email your CV and letter of interest to office@waicol.nz or drop into the College Office. Aaron Perkins ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

REGISTERED TEACHER We are looking for an amazing kaiako to join us at Ōhua. We are located in Harley Street, Whakaoriori (Masterton). Our mixed-age centre caters for 27 tamariki. Our ideal kaiako is: • A registered qualified teacher • Passionate about te ao Māori • Must be kind • Must have integrity • Ability to speak te reo Māori would be an advantage. Tāne are encouraged to apply. You will be a valued member of the team. And you get your birthday off (paid). For further information or to apply, please send your CV to: Diana Cruse dee@ohua.co.nz 021 179 1143

Eastwood Motor Group is the Wairarapa’s home of Kia, Isuzu utes and Suzuki and biggest supplier of motor vehicles to the region. A full-time opportunity has opened for a driven and customer focused Service Reception/Advisor to join our very busy dealership in Masterton. BENEFITS • • • • •

Award winning dealership Supportive team environment An array of training through our franchises A great career path A competitive salary

The successful candidate will provide a first-class customer experience as well as implementing the dealership’s core values. This key position has a major part to play in achieving the business’ success by providing a second to none, professional service. Previous franchise experience or motor vehicle knowledge could be an advantage but not essential.

ON A DAY TO DAY BASIS, YOU WILL

• Deal with all customers in a professional, prompt and courteous manner • Portray a positive first impression of the Company • Book vehicles into the department for work to be carried out • Inform customers of the progress of their vehicle • Finalise the invoice on completion of required work

ABOUT YOU

• The ability to work independently in a busy environment is essential, multitasking is a must • Customer focus, relationship maintenance and communication skills are of paramount importance in this role • Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to customer service • Well-presented and have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills • Strong computer literacy and numerical skills essential

If you believe you have the above attributes and professionalism to join our friendly team, we would like to hear from you.

Please send your CV and covering letter to ricky@eastwoodmotorgroup.co.nz to take the next step in your career. Applicants must be in New Zealand and have a valid NZ Work Visa, Residency or Citizenship.

Community Networks Coordinator The Wairarapa Community Networks is a member-led network working to improve the wellbeing and resilience of Wairarapa communities through connecting people from diverse organisations and specializations within the community and social sectors. The position being advertised has two key components to it: lead coordinator for the regional networks (20 hours/week) as well as supporting the provision of local family violence prevention coordination to improves outcomes for families/whānau (12 hours/week). WCN is looking for a person to support members of the networks to connect, collaborate and exchange resources and information for improved collective impact in our region. Although the two roles will overlap, the family violence work will also have a specific focus on education, awareness raising and fostering local relationships for cooperative development of solutions to family violence. The successful applicant will: • have strong relationship building and facilitation skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of network members. • have experience and knowledge of ngā tikanga Māori. • share a passion for whānau wellbeing and reducing family violence in our communities. • have proven financial and operational management skills. • be well organised and able to plan and complete projects efficiently and effectively. Benefits to this position include being able to work from home and flexibility in days worked. If you would like more information or an application pack, please contact the WCN board chair, Jacob Verbeek, at jacobv.consultancy@gmail.com or 022 026 4943. Applications close: 5pm 16 July 2021

Employment

Carter Court Rest Home Vacancy NURSE MANAGER 32 - 40hrs (Negotiable) Providing high quality care - just like home Carter Court Rest Home is a Not for Profit Aged Residential Care facility in Carterton that provides a nurturing, loving environment. We provide rest home, hospital, respite, health recovery programme, palliative and end of life care. We are currently seeking a Nurse Manager to provide clinical leadership and oversight of our care facility and services. As a member of the management team you will be working in conjunction with the Manager to ensure the smooth running of the home. The successful candidate will: Be a trained registered nurse with experience in the aged care sector Be passionate about aged care and have respect for older people and their families Have a commitment to excellence in service provision Have excellent communication and people skills Have demonstrated experience leading teams and managing rosters Have the ability and passion for building capability and confidence in others Be adaptable and able to think outside the box ttitude If you have any questions or would like a copy of the job description please contact Jo by emailing: manager@cartercourt.co.nz This position is subject to a NZ Police Check and it is essential to have a NZ current driving licence and NZ work permit.

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CARTERTON DISTRICT COUNCIL

WATER SUPPLY TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR At Carterton District Council, our close-knit team prides itself on being well connected and responsive to our community’s needs and wellbeing aspirations. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to join us and support the day to day delivery of our water supply operations to the District. Ideally, you will have some experience in water supply treatment including knowledge of drinking water standards and water safety plans, however other water service activities such as wastewater and stormwater, would also be an advantage. You will be a good problem solver, have a practical ‘can-do’ attitude, and be able to work well under pressure. A copy of the job description is available at www.cdc.govt.nz/your-council/vacancies If you have any questions, or would like further information about the role, please contact Rachel Round: email rachelr@cdc.govt.nz or phone 06 379 4030. If you think this is the opportunity for you, please send your covering letter and C.V. to Casey Spencer, People and Wellbeing Administrator, Carterton District Council - casey@cdc.govt.nz Applications will close at 5.00pm on Friday 23rd July 2021.

www.cdc.govt.nz 28 Holloway Street, Carterton, Wairarapa info@cdc.govt.nz

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Employment

Wanted to Buy

Gardening & Landscaping

WAKEFIELD ANTIQUES

Sawmill Workers We are looking for Sawmill Employees experienced in Sawmilling Industry Please phone Murray Oakly on 027 449 0163

Currently buying 60s/70s coloured art glass / vases German pottery Vintage leather and pine furniture Vintage signage Contact Steve on 027 4422 502 if you have anything of interest wakefieldantiques@gmail.com

Public Notices

Experienced Plumber/Drainlayer Masterton based plumbing company requires an experienced Plumber, Drainlayer for immediate start. Full time, permanent position. Must be able to work without supervision, possess excellent communication skills and be able to show energy and enthusiasm. An attractive remuneration pack, including a van and phone, will be offered to the successful applicant. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Contact Patrick on 027 524 8723 or Email verlaff@xtra.co.nz

Paul August Landscape Design

Landscape Consultation & Design Service

06 379 7587 / 027 446 8256 www.augustlandscapes.co.nz

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NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

NOMINATIONS CLOSE FRI 16 JULY AT 5PM 

PRIMARY SCHOOL OF THE YEAR Open to any team of primary school students that has achieved a high standard of participation in any sport.

COLLEGE OF THE YEAR Recognising secondary schools for overall sporting excellence and participation.

Don’t delay, contact us today 06 378 9999 Option 2 or email classads@age.co.nz

The Wairarapa Times-Age Sports Awards are back. The 18 award categories reflect the scope of sports achievements and will cover the period of recognition from 1 April 2019 - 31 March 2021. By nominating a finalist you help to recognise and support sport in our region.

The Administrator, Volunteer and Lifetime Achievement Awards are not restricted to a specific time frame. Finalists will be announced and contacted in July. The Awards night is being held on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at the Carterton Events Centre.

JUNIOR SPORTS TEAM OF THE YEAR

YOUTH SPORTS TEAM OF THE YEAR

Open to any team of primary school students that has achieved a high standard of participation in any sport.

Open to any team of secondary school students that has achieved a high standard of participation in any sport.

Open to any senior team that has achieved a high standard of participation in any sport.

JUNIOR SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR

YOUTH SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR

Open to any primary/ intermediate school student who has achieved a high standard in any sport.

Open to any secondary school student who has achieved a high standard in any sport.

SENIOR SPORTS TEAM OF THE YEAR

SPORTS CLUB OF THE YEAR Recognises the progress made by clubs in promoting their sports both on and off the field.

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VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

Acknowledging people who have volunteered their time, labour and talents to improving Wairarapa sport. Recognises the volunteer’s entire career span.

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR Acknowledging people who have contributed to the administration of sport. Recognises the administrator’s entire career span.

JUNIOR OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR

Acknowledging any person under the age of 18 who acts as an umpire, referee or judge.

OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR

Acknowledging any person over the age of 18 who acts as an umpire, referee or judge.

COACH OF THE YEAR Acknowledging people who have contributed to the coaching of sport. Recognises the coach’s successes over the two years.

SENIOR SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR Open to anyone who has achieved a high standard of participation in any sport, defined for Senior Sports as participating in sport at national and/or international events.

PEOPLE’S PEOPLE’S CHOICE CHOICE AWARD AWARD

For Wairarapa Awardedto tohave the a residents finalist direct saywith as tothe what public fimost nalists theyvotes. believe should be recognised for their contribution to local sport.

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Recognising the lifetime achievements of anyone in Wairarapa Sports.

SUPREME AWARD Recognises the Supreme Sportsperson chosen from the 15 category winners.

Open to any disabled person who has achieved a high standard of participation in any sport.

NOMINATIONS CLOSE FRI 16 JULY AT 5PM AWARD CATEGORY: I NOMINATE:

Fill in this form and return to: Wairarapa Times-Age, corner of Chapel and Perry Streets, Masterton. Post to: Wairarapa Times-Age, PO Box 445, Masterton 5840. Email your nomination to: sportsawards@age.co.nz

BECAUSE:

NOMINEE CONTACT DETAILS: If more room is needed attach additional pieces of paper to this form.

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Kandahar Village BY ENLIVEN MASTERTON’S NEWEST RETIREMENT VILLAGE

These beautiful villas are selling fast! Stage two is already underway – don’t miss out. Enliven, the trusted name in positive ageing services, is excited to bring to the Wairarapa the very best in modern retirement living. Don’t miss the opportunity to retire with ease, comfort, style and community connection at Kandahar Village. This meticulously designed development offers 52 private villas with Lifemark 4 accessibility features. The spacious brick and tile villas include open plan kitchen, living, dining, two bedrooms, a large bathroom and an adjoining garage. To top it off the development will boast an impressive village community centre – perfect for performances, social gatherings and recreation activities. At Kandahar Village you can focus on enjoying your retirement while we take care of the rest. We’ll look after the property maintenance and gardening; we even provide meals and housekeeping services.

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