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Issue No.65 (June 2013)
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Betty Rangirua Brown, stall holder and proud long-time supporter of the markets. See P.2 for story.
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Eye Care and Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is a common condition which can be encountered all year round. It is not just associated with spring and the hay fever season, but can also be seen in the colder winter months accompanying head colds and infections. The symptoms of conjunctivitis include red irritated eyes that may feel gritty, sore and uncomfortable. They can also be itchy, sticky and
3) Irritant or chemical conjunctivitis can have a mechanical or chemical cause, such as foreign objects or chlorine from the swimming pool. This type of conjunctivitis usually clears when the cause is removed. If there is pain in your eye, or if your vision is affected, or your eyes are more sensitive to light than usual then your optometrist or doctor needs to be consulted. Other situations where your optometrist or doctor need to be consulted are for children under two years of age, contact lens wearers who have a greater risk of serious eye infections and if symptoms do not improve with treatment or worsen after a few days. Tips for general eye care for conjunctivitis include: • Wash your hands before using eye drops and after touching your eyes
that protects the white of the eye and inside the eyelids. When you visit your pharmacy with these symptoms your Self Care pharmacist will ask questions to determine the cause of the conjunctivitis and will give you advice about which eye drops are most suitable for you. Causes of conjunctivitis can be divided into 3 groups as follows: 1) infection 2) allergy 3) irritant. 1) Infections can be caused by bacteria or viruses. These infections can be very conta- drops gious. Special care needs to be taken not to spread the infection to the other eye and to other • Apply normal saline to wash and soothe the eye/s twice daily people. The infection should clear within a week when left untreated. However the need for • Use lubricant eye drops 4 to 8 times daily to soothe eye/s antibiotics for bacterial infections should be considered in certain circumstances, to prevent • Prevent the spread to other people by NOT sharing face cloths, towels, make-up complications or to prevent the spread of infection to other people. The antibiotic Chloram• Do not share eye drops with other people phenicol is available from your Self Care Pharmacist and they can advise if this would be the • Use the eye drops as directed and instil only the number of drops recommended most appropriate treatment for you. • Discard eye drops one month after opening the bottle 2) Allergic conjunctivitis may be due to seasonal triggers such as pollens or may be from Your Self Care pharmacist will be able to assist you to identify if you have conjunctivitis and other elements that are around all year round such as house dust or pet fur. Antihistamine recommend appropriate treatment. For more information see the fact cards on eye drops are useful in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis for itchy and irritated red eyes ‘Eye Care and Conjunctivitis’ and ‘Hayfever’. as are oral antihistamines. It is a good idea to try to avoid the cause of an allergy as much as possible.
Te Rapa, Pukete, St Andrews, Beerescourt, Whitiora, Maeroa, Forest Lake, Frankton, Dinsdale, Aberdeen, Templeview, Nawton, Livingstone, Western Heights, Rotokauri, Crawshaw, Brymer
Save(d) Frankton Markets? Future looking good for Frankton Markets! over the next few weeks. It’s been a rollercoaster ride for the 27-yearA working group started by City councillor old Frankton Market with ups and downs, Angela O’Leary and Dave Macpherson will twists and turns, as it faced an uphill battle to wait for this process to be sorted whilst workremain open for business. ing on some exciting initiatives. There will be the reform of the business association and a Fast forward….. the markets future is now fundraising event that will assist with getting looking good. The markets are continuing the new space and market up and running. each Saturday whilst plans are being put in place that involves using the west end of The Frankton Markets are supported by Commerce Street as well as an indoor area of thousands of people from all over NZ who all Cr Angela O’Leary the hotel. have a story to share about the bargain they picked up, the income that helped pay the bills, the The new look market will have the potential to atfriend they hadn’t seen for years, the Kebab on a stick tract a greater amount of stalls giving market goers and the good times with the Whanau. We are waiting to more reasons to visit on their Saturday mornings. see where the next 27 years will take us! The Frankton Business Association and Forlongs To stay updated and hear how you can be involved will present the new plan to Hamilton City Council in supporting the markets visit and like the “Frankton Market” Facebook page.
Frankton Markets
Neil Tolan (Western Community Centre)
in one word Tradition, Food, Income, Kai, Breakfast, Stalls, Saturdays, Cheap, Grotto, Feed,
Facebook Comments from
“Save Frankton Markets” Love the Markets!! The Frankton Markets is where I got my excellent hat. Don't ever leave us. This is an iconic part of Hamilton's history... It’s a chance for the community to come and meet up, do some shopping, browse the stores and support people who are trying to make a small living. The Frankton Markets are "Iconic" in Hamilton. It's a place for the community, families, young and old to come together for just a couple of hours on a Saturday and enjoy the environment. I have been going to this Market for over 20 years, my Dad has had a stall there for even longer. I used to work in Frankton and have seen how important the Saturday market is to the community. Where would Dennis Marsh be without Frankton markets.
Tumeke, Community, Munches, Awesum,
HamiltON, Culture, Variety, Bargains, Childhood, Icon, Family, Unity, Singing,
I grew up in htown in the 90s, and the markets were my favourite memories- seeing all the whanau on a sat morn lol, getting $5 pocket money to spend at the markets was a real buzz, while mum and dad got our shopping. Every stallholder was polite and friendly, even reducing prices! after all the shopping and 3 hours later, we'd get a feed and kickback watching everyone go on about their biz. Im in my mid 20s now and the memories are still magical. LONG LIVE THE FRANKTON MARKETS!
Home, People, Laughter, Fishsticks,
Hungry, Kebabs, Vegetative, Epic, Togetherness, Unstoppable, Yum, Memories, Greenstones cheap as metal t=shirts!
Hope this stays put, its a great place for me and my family and friends to meet up get cheap food and veges for the week good luck.
(more than one word but ya get it)
From the “Save Frankton Markets” Facebook Page
Police Tips Kia Ora and warm greetings, Burglaries are somewhat of an issue for Hamilton City, so I want to let the community know what burglars do not want to see. • Houses with alarms. • Neighbours who support each other, talk to each other and take an interest in what’s going on around them, particularly people they don’t know or haven’t seen before. • Neighbours who report suspicious activity to Police and are able to give good descriptions of who and what they’ve seen. • Dogs or guard dog signs on fences and gates. • Houses with good locks on doors, windows and other entry points.
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• A vehicle in the driveway. • Lights, TV or stereo on. • People who mark valuable property with serial numbers and keep a record of those numbers. Please take this advice on board and help us stop burWillie glaries.
I've been home 3 times in the last 12 months and I have been to the Frankton Markets everytime. Thanks to all supporters to keep this iconic event going.
DON'T close the Frankton Markets down it is the coolest market I have ever been to and I have been to alot lol The Frankton Markets are on, and are not closing as originally thought. If anything they will get bigger and better with a slightly different format that is understood to be acceptable to all parties. Don't forget Frankton is where it is at! Great People , Great Shopping , in a friendly relaxed atmosphere. See you Saturday at the Markets!
Frankton Markets Saturdays 8am-1pm
Saved Frankton Markets!
Your Say: Give us a fashion tip....
Georgia, 14 years Jeans need to be rolled up at the bottom
Maia, 16 years Aint nobody got time for that
Gideon, 16 years Ripped jeans
Sharnejah, 16 years Band shirts and converse
Caitlyn, 13 years Never wear black lipstick with red eye shadow
What’s Hot & What’s Not A group of Young people who attend Fraser High and Hamilton Girls High
WHAT’S HOT Feijoas Home and Away Arrow Hot Drinks Hipsters Cargo Gears Instagram Tumblr Right passage Harsh Tags Vans Converses Winter Sports
WHAT’S NOT Tagging its ugly
Brittany, 13 years Don’t put to much make up on
Scooter Safety
Neighbours Waggers Smokers Bullying Girl bashers McDonalds (Carl’s Junior is in) Window washers
Swag Fest
Witness top dancers from around the region and beyond clashing for cash & crowd in Waikato’s premier Street Dance Party: Swag Fest All-Style Dance Battle! Swag Fest is one of New Zealand’s only all-style dance events showcasing dancers from different styles battling head-to-head in front of you - the crowd that decides their fate! Hosted by live DJ and MC’s along with an array of live Hip Hop music performances, Swag Fest features mixed crew battles, exhibition battles, including an invitational 5on5 Krump vs Breakdance battle and guest
Skye, 13 years Done wear high heels to the park
performances from national champs to make it a complete Street Dance Party. If you are a dancer, register on the night, if you are not, come and enjoy yourself at Swag Fest! Saturday June 8, 7pm, at 5/550 Te Rapa Road (entrance on Euclid Avenue), Hamilton. $5 Door entry, kids under 5 free! Cafe selling hot food, cold drinks. For more information contact dujoncullingford@ Dance Battles on Facebook.
Chelsea Meynell, 14 years riding her scooter on the local skate park
Oliva, 14 years Chunks and leather Skirts
Safety on scooters is very important but more so its important to be mindful of others who are not on scooters. There has been complaints from people in our community about people riding scooters in the Nawton Mall shopping area and Nawton Mall Car park. This is extremely dangerous as it can cause accidents because there are a lot of people walking in and out of the shopping areas. The safest place to ride your scooter is at the Skate park as this caters for bikes, skateboards and scooters. Last year there was an incident when a young child was riding his scooter in the car park and he was nearly hit by a car because the young child was being careless on his scooter. He rode right past the back of the vehicle while the driver was reversing. This could have been a sad situation. Here are a few tips on keeping safe and keeping others safe while riding your scooter: - Always keep to pathways on the street don’t use the road. - Be mindful of others around you, if there are a lot of people watch out for others. - Shopping malls, car parks are not great places to ride your scooter around.. Western Community News - June 2013 3
FYD’s newest Kiwi Can Leader
FYD Waikato (Foundation for Youth Development) welcomes our newest Kiwi Can Leader, Alex Barrett. This energetic and lovely young Leader is joining our Hamilton Kiwi Can Schools Crawshaw and Forest Lake. “I’m really excited to start and I love it so far. I would like to say thank you to everyone at FYD Waikato that have helped me out so far and the great welcome”. vours and putting her own spin on aspects of a Kiwi Can Lesson. Although Alex has only started, she is already putting in extra effort at the schools and role modelling our Kiwi Can models. We are really excited to have Alex be a part to the team here at FYD Waikato. Kiwi Can is a value and life skills based programme run by FYD Waikato. The Kiwi Can programme is targeted at young people aged 5-13. The programme covers four core values; Respect, Integrity, Positive RelationAlex and Terry, Kiwi Can Leaders ships and Resilience. The Kiwi Can programme run weekly classes in a fun and positive environment that encourages students to and our programmes visit www.fydwaikato.org.nz to reach their full potential.
Nawton Kids Club? Parents of Nawton – are your children bored after school? Are they getting in each others’ hair? Are they doing nothing creative or positive? Do you want a safe place for them to be with their mates? Nawton Community Presbyterian Church runs an after school program every Wednesday afternoon during term time from 3.00 – 4.30. This is a time for children aged from 5 to 11 years to learn new skills, make new friends and have fun in an organised and safe environment. The program does much more than occupying the children for the session time. Activities include games, crafts and listening to Bible stories. The leaders really care about each individual child and work hard to equip the children to make good life choices. At present there are about twenty children attending, with resources available for the roll to increase without compromising the individual attention and support cur-
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WEST WORD
By Hamilton West MP Tim Macindoe
Heartening increase in local ECE participation It’s great to hear that the number of local children participating in early childhood education (ECE) is continuing to increase. Data from 2012 shows that 95.4 per cent of children who started school in the Hamilton West electorate last year had participated in ECE. We want all children to get the best possible start to their education. We know from research that and their future ability to learn. That’s why National has set a target that in 2016, 98 per cent of children starting school will have participated in quality ECE. We are investing $1.4 billion in ECE, which includes 20 hours ECE funding for all families. In the last Budget we invested an additional $48 million in equity funding which supports priority learners, vulnerable children, and communities who would New Zealand’s annual expenditure per child in ECE is the second-highest in the OECD. The Government is committed to continuing that investment. quarter of this year showing a further increase in
rently being provided. It is very exciting to have parents commenting on what the children are learning and putting into practice at home and in the community. Children are developing and changing for better from being part of this program. Enrol now by phoning or texting Lewis on 0273 767136
per cent respectively since this time last year. Making sure every child gets a good education is the most important thing our Government can do to raise living standards, create a more competitive and productive economy, and foster caring and healthy communities.
West Hamilton Healing Rooms is in your area What is a healing room? A healing room is run along similar lines to a doctor’s surgery, except that no fees are charged and no appointment is necessary. We provide a safe and con“We believe that Jesus Christ heals today just as he did when he was on the earth.” Clients need not be Christians themselves to receive healing. Christian believers from churches all over the Waikato form the healing teams, and all have undergone training carried out by Healing Rooms New Zealand. We have seen God heal tumours, arthritis & asthma. We have seen braces removed and pain either reduce or disappear altogether. Some clients have been healed instantly; others receive their healing progressively over days, weeks or months. We are open every Wednesday 10.30am to 12.30pm and 1st & 3rd Monday of each month 7.00 to 9.00pm
except public holidays. of healing Rooms, Spokane Washington, one over 2000 healing rooms operating in more than 50 countries. We are located in the homestead at the church on the hill, 95 Rotokauri Road. Contact details: - 07 850 6313 westhamhr@gmail. com www.healingrooms.com/nz0211
Local youth bring NZ’s big-
Fun & Sports in Crawshaw
Kids and big kids jumped, bounced and slid their way through thanks to the planning and hands on work from our local youth. The event was coordinated and facilitated by the Western Community Centre Elav8 crew who were learning how to be actively involved in their community and give back. The events aim was to • develop and involve young people’s skills and knowledge in decision-making and leadership • respond to a need in the commu• support young people to be engaged in and contribute to their community • contribute to keeping our neighborhood vibrant and an exciting place for our local children to grow up in Event and Elav8 coordinator Anaru Terry said “This event was an excellent chance to see the youth in this community engaging in the organisation of this event. I was really proud of the team, they turned up at 7am on a cold morning ready for set up. They worked hard throughout the day and were still motivated during pack down 14 hours later. They did a great job” An additional 50 youth were needed to take up the various roles needed to help the event run smoothly and to make the day enjoyable for the 1000 children who registered. Braydon Parr was part of team who coordinated the event and stated “Afterwards I felt pretty good because I was doing this job to help the community”. The Elav8 crew can feel pretty good with themselves with the large amount of positive feedback they received from happy children and parents. Thank You to the Ministry of Youth Development and the NZ Lottery Grants Board for providing funding to make the event possible. Thanks to More FM, Fraser Tech, United Video Nawton, Hamilton Press, Fraser High School Cadets, Hamilton City Council, Riki Nock (DJ Essentrik) and our community who came along and enjoyed the day!
School holiday time is coming around again next month in July and there will be some organised sport activities happening in Crawshaw Park hardcourt. So, if you are not going away these school holidays come on down and have some fun participating in some active sports. This is a free activity for all ages. Sport activities will include basketball, netball, hockey, volley ball, touch rugby, soccer and much more. Don’t forget to bring your sun hat, water bottle and suitable footwear. For more information contact Ani Nock 021 359876.
Youth Week on Free FM Free FM exists to serve the wider community. To celebrate Youth Week we are showcasing a selection of our youth broadcasters and the shows they produce. Local Hamilton Boys High students Matt and James host ‘Sports Wrap’ Fridays at 3.30 where they discuss all things sport. The dedicated duo have been hosting the show for a year and enjoy the opportunity to give their opinions on various sporting codes along with meeting a number of their sporting idols. Both want to pursue a career in radio, and are gaining valuable skills and experience on their way to this goal. Our ‘Teen Noize’ host Corbin is another key mem-
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ber of our broadcasting family who got involved with Free FM after seeing our Chalk Fest event in Garden Place last year. His show gives a teen view on music, particularly Kiwi chart toppers. Corbin loves the atmosphere of radio and the chance to interview a wide range of artists. Interested in hosting a show? Our teen hosts say go for it! They agree it’s an awesome chance to do something you will love along with meet lots of really interesting people. Here at Free FM we can provide you with free broadcast training and airtime so get in touch if this sounds like something you want to be part of. Check us out at www.freefm.org.nz or facebook.com/freefm89.
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FRASER HIGH SCHOOL
Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Students involved in Anzac celebrations
Connor Stewart’s ANZAC Day Address because he hates what’s in front of him but because he loves what’s behind him” Good morning my name is Connor Stewart and I am the Head Boy of Fraser High School. Firstly I’d like to acknowledge all of the Armed Forces of both historic and present times. People who have, and continue to essentially provide security for our Nation, our family and our home. They provide a security that we can appreciate and enjoy together as have and continue to be made by every single soldier
Fraser High School Head Boy, Connor Stewart, speaking at the ANZAC commemoration service at the Hamilton Cenotaph in Memorial Drive. During the school holidays, the school’s senior student leaders, the Cadet Unit together with other service cadets, represented Fraser High School at the ANZAC commemoration services. One of the extremely proud moments for Fraser was the speech delivered by Connor Stewart, our Head Boy. Connor did a fantastic job and his contribution to the day enriched the special occasion for all who attended. The Fraser Cadet Unit participated in a number of community events during, and before, the recent school holidays. They performed their duties in the school ANZAC assembly before the holidays and supported the RSA with selling poppies at the Dinsdale Shopping Centre on the last day of Term 1. With ANZAC day taking place during the school break a
number of cadets, consisting of and 15 cadets and their families, marched in the Dawn Parade. After having breakfast back at school, the cadets travelled to duty in Raglan. The cadets on the cenotaph duty were Cadets Norlings, Young and Karena and Lance Corporal Martin, with Cadet Wilson in reserve. Corporal J Aspin was in charge with Corporal S Worthington having the Honour of raising and
must not forget the past, or the us here today. Not only should we remember every single individual, but more singularly, the reasons for Reasons such as; ensuring the safety, freedom and inclusiveness Connor Stewart of their families, friends, and country. They fought for a reason; For us, for our future. They have given us the opportunity to live in democracy, to live in freedom, to live with education, careers, wealth and most importantly, to live with
be spouse, best friend, mum or dad, or children, the
lives and fought on behalf of our country to give us freedom. And how do we show respect to them and
Although many of our soldiers who fought in wars may not of had a choice to be in that particular situation, they all had the choice to make the most out of an extremely challenging situation. Our soldiers fought with pride, they fought for their families and they fought for our families. They fought for our country. We respect every single soldier for making us proud. Lest we forget.
and as communities, what are we doing to remember
by those whom have passed away, or those who continue to live on through the course of action. We
front of him, but because he loves what’s behind him. Lest we forget.
us? Are we, or are we not, serving for the betterment we can ask, am I doing enough, or am I ungrateful with my forgetfulness? How are the positive values of safety, freedom and inclusivity evident in my life?
Major Murray Bedchamber together with one of the cadets laid a wreath on behalf of the unit. and responsibilities with honour, and they represented themselves, the Fraser Cadet Unit and Fraser High School, with integrity and pride.
Kelly Sunderland-Wells getting a real buzz during her free-fall descent. On Sunday, 14 April, Kelly Sunderland-Wells and Andre McLean were the lucky two from the 2012 Project K intake who went to Whenuapai Airforce Base to do a tandem parachute jump. They both had the time of their The Fraser High School Cadet Unit at the Raglan Cenotaph.
Student Creates Eye-Catching Design for Shakespearefest Year 12 student, Nadine Corcoran (left), she designed and made for Matthew Tini (right) for Fraser’s entry in the 2013 Sheilah Winn Shakespeare festival.
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Fraser High student, Dominic Wanakore (in wheelchair) preparing to toss the coin to start the netball game between the Waikato BOP Magic and the Wellington Pulse last week at the Claudelands Event Centre. Photo: Halberg Disability Sport Foundation
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Excel have visited our school each year and through a combination of music, drama and Dance, communicate positive messages for young people. This year’s focus was on; ‘being who you are’ and not trying to create a false image, particularly on Facebook.. Excel is Auckland based and each year accepts enrolments from talented young people who wish to further develop their talents. If you are interested check them out on; http://www.excel.ac.nz/.
BP Business Challenge an Exciting Experience The Successful Fraser students, (l-r) Stefan Baukman, Memphis Wright, Jack Aspin and Tyler Kennedy, Friday 24 May, Four students, on 19 September, which will be Stefan, Memphis, Jack and Tyler really awesome. went with Mr Thompson and Mr Hauraki College, Morrinsville Iti, to compete in the Secondary College, Te Awamutu College Schools Ag Skills competition at and other schools are privileged Morrinsville College, along with to have their own school farms. students from ten other schools. It is our schools goal to secure a The day started off fairly small block of land, fence it and quickly, and we didn’t have time run stock to support our students to be nervous as we went from learning and help feed the ever station to station. We were marked growing school events that our on our performances both as a school puts on. team and individually in activities Our teachers were organising such as permanent and temporary the fencing skills, and were able electric fencing, tractor and allto help a few other teams improve terrain vehicle (ATV) driving, their skills over the day, which sheep and cattle drenching, weed was cool. Mr Iti is actually well known in many Waikato schools, as variety of agricultural quizzes. Mr T and Mr Iti had prepared he has two clips on fencing on us really well, so we were pretty YouTube, and most of the schools are using these as a teaching resource. especially with the fencing. It made me realise how Tyler did some pretty sweet knots and was responsible for our privileged we are to have two team winning the fencing, which great teachers in our Ag unit. We was a proud moment. should be grasping every learning Les Tuck who runs the Te opportunity with both hands and Awamutu College Agriculture not take our teachers for granted Academy was astounded that if we want to succeed. Stefan Bauckman was able to I want to say a huge thank you drench sheep in the pen in less on behalf of all of us, to everyone than 10 seconds and commented who made this day happen. I had that he was the best student animal a lot of fun and I’m sure everyone handler he has ever seen! It must else did too. be those skills he learned while Memphis Wright AGR7 growing up on the East Coast. (Memphis has an amazing We ended up only being beaten knowledge of pasture grasses and by half a point, by Hauraki Plains College, and as a result have been offered the opportunity to tireless work with horses… this represent Fraser at the nationals on also helped us in gaining the silver the Otiwhiti Station in Hunterville medal. Well done team – Mr T)
Fraser students, Stefan Baukman (left) and Memphis Wright, assembling the components for a water trough.
The Year 11 Business Studies students joined with students from Melville High School on a three day BP Business Challenge in week one of Term 2. The Business Challenge is offered to selected schools and conducted by the Young Enterprise, a charitable trust. The aim of the organisation, through the Business Challenge, is to develop enterprising young New Zealanders. Our students were put in mixed groups of Melville and Fraser High School students to form business entities where they were expected to come up with an
innovative product. Then they were to formulate business plans
and advertising components to present to eminent judges from the community. It was a real pleasure to see students blossom from shy and
day. The opportunity to enact real life scenarios was an enriching experience for the students. All of them felt it was fun and they learnt how a business is run. Above: Cagn Anderson explaining his groups products to a judge. Left: Group Leader, Abdullahi Jama talking with one of the judges.
Wanted: any Old Photos and/or School Records If any past pupils of Fraser High School, or Hamilton Technical College, have any old photos, school records, magazines, uniforms or other school memorabilia they would be happy to loan to the school for copying, please contact the
school archivist, Angela Davison, in the school library on 07-847 9044, ext 745. The combined schools of Fraser High School and Hamilton Technical College will be celebrating their 100 year celebration in 2020.
Hamilton Technical College Engineering workshop in 1921, with Instructor, Mr H Toombs (centre), assisting a student. NB: Part of a WW1 German torpedo (marked X) can be seen on the back bench. Western Community News - June 2013 7
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Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Two wins each to schools in sports exhange with Sydney’s William Clark College On Thursday 18 April, Fraser High School hosted yet another visiting Australian school for a sports exchange, this time William Clarke College from Sydney. The timing of this exchange was perfect, with the visit being on the same day as the school ANZAC assembly, an event that our visitors actively participated in. They were also treated to a Powhiri on arrival, with sports games taking place in the afternoon. Rugby and Netball were the chosen sports and the competition was very evenly matched with Fraser taking away the Premier games – 1st XV winning their match by 5 points and the Open A Netball team winning by a convincing 12 points. William Clarke managed to secure wins in the other 2 netball games against Fraser Junior and Senior Development teams.
Above: Open A netball player, Jodeci Atera-Boaza, jumps to receive a pass. Below: Ricardo Waak gets his pass away quickly.
a shared afternoon tea, where players got to know each other a lot better. Teachers from the visiting school were very complimentary and said that Fraser was by far the most accommodating and friendly school that they had visited. They were also very much in awe of the facilities that we have on offer to our students.
Email Jenn Rangitaawa to register: sport@fraser.school.nz Or phone 07 847 9044 ext. 741
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School students, all members of the Fraser 1st XV team, were invited to attend the Morrinsville Rugby/Netball Tournament, to assist Frankton Primary School with some of their teams. The students were Jordan Palmer Van Walraven, Viliami Laomahei, Nic Mangino, Seb bates and Teuteu Eukaleti. The boys travelled to Morrinsville with Frankton Primary and did an outstanding job refereeing games and assisting with coaching. They were great role models for these young players. As a result of this, Fraser has been asked to come back and assist with future sporting tournaments. This is a great way for our sporting students to be positive leaders and make a difference with the youngsters in our community.
Nic Mangino
Fortunately the weather came right for our Full School Tabloids held on the afternoon of Friday 19 April, the last day of Term 1. Dressed in their house colours students enthusiastically took part in the event.
Venue: Fraser High School, Nawton, Hamilton Dates: 27th May – 1st July 2013 (6 wks) 5th Aug – 16th September (8 wks) Time: Mondays 3:30pm -5:30pm 14 wks total or 8 weeks (T3 new entries) Grades: Mixed – Yrs 5-6 & 7-8 Season Cost: $350 or $250 (Term 3 only)
Senior students assist at primary school sports tournament
Congratulations to student, Courtney
Seb Bates
Being involved in sports has always featured in the Atera-Boaza household. But for three sisters, playing netball at representative level, in the same team (Eastern Waikato U15s) involves commitment and dedication from both parents and sisters. The girls are all ex-students of Crawshaw School, and are currently attending Fraser High School. Jodeci, 15, (playing Goal Defence and Goal Keep) has represented Hamilton City since Year 7, making the switch to Eastern Waikato this year. She also represents Inzone U17s Mixed Indoor Netball team, currently plays Open A Netball for Fraser High and paddles for Turangawaewae Waka Ama in long distance. Jacqui-Lee, 13, (Goal Attack and Goal Shoot) has represented
Jordan Palmer Van Walraven
Viliami Laomahei
Teuteu Eukaleti
Eastern Waikato since Year 6. She currently plays basketball for Fraser High and club netball for Turangawaewae. She recently
Island Secondary School Athletic Champs 2013 in shotput and paddles for Turangawaewae Waka Ama Sports for the J16 Girls. Jacqui-Lee also represents Inzone U17s Indoor Netball Mixed Development team. Jesse-Rae, 13, (Wing Defence and Goal Keep) has represented Eastern Waikato since Year 6. She currently plays basketball for Fraser High, club netball for Turangawaewae and paddles for Turangawaewae Waka Ama Sports for the J16 Girls. Jessie-Rae also represents Inzone U17s Indoor Netball Mixed Development team. An excellent effort by all the girls.
Year 11 Brunton,
the World BMX Championships which will be held at Vector Arena in Auckland in July. Courtney has a real possibility of making it into the top eight in the world. Between now and then Courtney will have a very busy time training in preparation for the tournament.
The three sisters, Jacqui-Lee, Jodeci and Jesse-Rae Atera-Boaza.
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This year the school has made some changes to Parent Interview Evenings which have been very successful. We used to have the school split into Junior and Senior Parent Evenings but this year we gave parents the opportunity to see all their child’s teachers in one evening. All families are busy so it was excellent that the parents could choose either a Thursday or a Tuesday evening, whichever suited their family best. Both evenings have been well attended and parents enjoyed meeting teachers to hear about their child’s learning and achievement.
Year 13 Geography take to the beach The extended New Zealand summer offered the perfect opportunity for the Year 13 Geography students to explore the beautiful coastal town of Whiritoa. Using this as our classroom for three days, we learnt about the many processes that create our beaches and all the different features that can be found. There were many highlights of the trip including the chance to make new friends and bond as a class, walking into the large blowhole at the Southern Headland during Right: Exploring the blow hole at Whiritoa. Below: Catching up on school work in the Surf Club.
Level 3 NCEA credits. Fraser, and while we will never be able to look at a beach the same again, we have enjoyed gaining new and interesting knowledge. A big thank you to the Geography class of 2013 as well as Miss Quinnell, Mr Taylor and Miss Hardy for the experiences that we shared.
Fraser student, Liam Atkinson (right), met a personal goal with his Project K mentor, Jason Cargo, on Sunday 26 May, running in the Huntly half-marathon.
Progress is well underway as stage two of the Technology block nears completion. Currently walls kitchen units will be installed early next week. Work is on track for completion by July 1 ready for classes to start at the beginning of term 3. Photos, clockwise from top right: Painters working on the exterior of the building. The new block, nears completion. The new classroom units waiting to be installed.
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What’s on out West The Western Community Centre Contact 8474873, admin@wccham.org.nz, 8474873, www.westerncommunitycentre.org. Check us out on Facebook! Community Information, Photocopying, send a fax, free phone for local calls, table and chair hire, venue hire and much more! Fruit & Vege Co-op $10 per pack for a minimum selection of 3 fruit and 3 vegetables. Order before 4pm Wednesday, pick up Thursday after 11.30am. Free Legal Advice Niemand Peebles Hoult are offering free legal advice on Wednesdays at the centre. Appointments take place between 9am – 10am. To book contact 8474873 or email admin@wccham.org.nz Western Stars July Holiday Programme The programme starts at 8.30am and we have now extended the programme hours to 5.30pm 1st week holiday programme 15-19 of July, based at Fraser High School. Early Bird Rate of $70 if you enrol your child/ren before 1st of July 2013 5pm. If you enrol after the 1st of July it will be $80 for the week. 5 days. 2nd week holiday programme 22-26 of July based at the Western Community Centre. Early Bird Rate of $110 if you enrol your child/ren before 1st of July 5pm. If you enrol after 1st of July it will be $120 for the week. Enrol at www.westerncommunitycentre. org English language Partners English Language
Classes These classes are for adult learners who have Permanent Residence and only 0-6 years of schooling in their own country. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 12.15-2.45pm contact waikato@englishlanguage.org.nz - Phone (07) 853 2188 Tai Chi We offer 2 community Tai Chi classes for seniors each week, Monday and Thursday Cost $3 per session. Tai Chi has been proven to improve mo-
primary tutor. Western Community Centre Radio Show - Free FM Tune into to 89FM every Friday 10.30am - 11am to stay updated with news and information from the Centre. Visit freefm.org.nz for podcasts of the show and further info. Community Family Support Worker Providing social work and family support, budgeting advice, information, one on one assistance. Available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Contact Margaret on 847-4873 extn 3 for an appointment. Plunket Outreach Clinic weekly clinics at our Centre every Wednesday. Appointments can be made through Richmond Street Plunket on 839 3982. Floral Lessons with Elsie Moorman Contemporary Floral work for the home and gifts. and Judge. Enquiries to Elsie Phone 07 855 6439.
Monthly on second Thursday of each month at 12pm, the luncheons provide an opportunity for seniors in our area to meet, socialize, interact and enjoy some local entertainment. Transport is provided for those unable to drive. The luncheons are potluck and a great way to network and make new friends. Little Stars Playgroup Every Tuesday from 9.30am- 11.30am at our 108 Grandview road venue, bring the children along for a morning of fun! Email Kairangi Mills at da_island_kween@hotmail. com or contact the Western Community Centre 8474873 for more info.
time and evening courses in 2010. OP SHOP – is open Monday to Friday from 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. Don’t forget to look out for our specials and also the garage sales we have two or three times during the year. We have a wide variety of clothing, books, bric-a-brac, small electrical appliances etc. (we don’t usually stock large furniture items). OVER 60’s SOCIAL GROUPS – We have two groups for the “over 60’s” and both groups have a day trip and a morning tea each month (well for 11 months of the year). Group one meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays and Group two on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays each month. If you are over 60 and live in the general area boundaries of Nawton/
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included) and would like to join, please phone us. SUPPORT FOR DEAF AND HEARING IMPAIRED – If you are deaf, hearing impaired or have a family member or someone you know who is deaf-blind and would like some support, Jean is here on a Monday to help you.
C.A.F.E. (Creative Activities for Elderly) - home visits to those who like to have a some company, a chat, and craft, game of cards, scrabble and who are feeling lonely, depressed, or have short or longterm health problems. COUNSELLING – is available at very reasonable issues through with, please feel welcome to make an appointment with one of our counsellors. FOODBANK – If you are in need of assistance entitlement, then please ask them for a letter to bring to us. Foodbank interview times are Monday to Friday from 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. Please also bring your community services card or other ID. NZ SIGN LANGUAGE COURSES If you would like to learn the basics of signing then please contact us – we are planning to have day-
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memories are formed and how they stay with us in our minds and hearts forever. All classes had made special banners to hang on a Remembrance Tree that Mrs Libby, our art teacher, had made. The Remembrance Tree is in our main
our students; they were very respectful and thoughtful throughout the whole assembly. other side of the world to support the British Forces at “ANZAC Day belongs to us all and everyone can the beginning of World War 1 and at other wars that take part. It promises that we can work together in followed. unity. I read a story, called ‘Memorial’ about how It is a day of hope in a better future.”
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Social Volleyball - played every Monday night during school terms at Te Rapa Sportsdrome, Church Rd, Pukete. Next competition starts early August Grades for teams from beginners to guns. Cheaper fees for school student teams. Intermediate age (Yrs 7 & 8) Volleyball - at Te Rapa Sportsdrome, Mondays after school, next comp starts October. KiwiVolley (for Primary school-aged kids) -, contact Tim below. Next comp starts October. Junior High School competition: Thursday nights, starts near the end of Term 3, 2013. Beach Volleyball - at the Te Rapa Beach Sports Centre, Wednesday night, 4-a-side social comp. Next comp starts October.
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Maeroa Intermediate School ANZAC Assembly On the 19 April we had the most amazing and moving ANZAC Remembrance Assembly at school. It was run by three of our school ambassadors – Ben Needham, Lucy Higgins and Alanis Hayes who along with Mrs Whiting planned the whole assembly. Our Haka Hiva group performed at the beginning of the assembly and they sounded wonderful. This
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Being involved in sports has always featured in the Atera-Boaza household. Three sisters, playing netball at representative level, in the same team for Eastern Waikato U15s involves commitment and dedication from both parents and sisters. They are ex-students of Crawshaw School, currently attending Fraser High School. Jodeci, 15, (GD, GK) has represented Hamilton City since Year 7, making the switch to Eastern Waikato this year. She represents Inzone U17s mixed indoor netball team, currently plays open A netball for Fraser High and paddles for Turangawaewae in long distance. Jacqui-Lee, 13, (GA, GS) has represented Eastern Waikato since Year 6. She currently plays basketball for Fraser High and club netball for Turangawaewae.
Secondary School Athletic Champs 2013 in shotput and paddles for Turangawaewae Waka Ama Sports for the J16 Girls. She also represents Inzone U17s indoor netball mixed development team. Jesse-Rae, 13, (WD, GK) has represented Eastern Waik ato since Year 6. She currently plays basketball for Fraser High, club netball for Turangawaewae and paddles for Turangawaewae Waka Ama sports for the J16 girls. She also represents Inzone U17s indoor netball mixed development team.
Chill in the Park back....
Happening during the July school holidays on Wednesday the 24th of July 2013. Chill in the park takes place at Elliott Park. From 11-2pm we will have loads of fun activities with the main feature being the tonnes of ice shipped in from Auckland. This is a free community event and is for any ages. For more information contact Ani Nock on 021359 876 or 07 8474 873 ext 4.
Winter Sport season
Yes, its that time of the year again, winter sports season is here. Its the time where our we enjoy watching our children play their chosen sport on Saturday mornings. This is Crawshaw Fusion who are the senior netball team for Crawshaw School. Their season round of competition. We wish them well for the season.
Shape Living is a Hamilton based business passionate about changing lives through physical activity. Born out of a desire to serve the people of Hamilton, Shape Living seeks not only to impact the public but also the modern tic health and well-being. Shape Living is passionate about seeing people overcome obstacles in their lives and discover a love for fun and creative movement (one of the most important contributing factors to individual and collective health and well-being) that opens the doors to exploring all the elements that create a balanced lifestyle. Flow is our women’s drop in class. We use games and activities to explore fundamental movements to improve strength, range of motion and
the community house (Pukete Neighourhood House) has to offer. When: Usually every Monday, Wednesday and Friday (except school/ public holidays). No registration is required, just drop in any time! Have a look at our calendar to see when they’re on. Who: These classes are open to wom-
Pukete Neighbourhood House, Church Rd, Te Rapa Time: 1 hour (1:00 – 2:00 pm) Pricing: Drop In (1 class): $10 per class ($15 including childcare) Weekly Credit (3 classes): $25 ($40 including childcare) Concession Card (15 classes within 2 months): $100 ($140 including childcare). More information at www.shapeliving. co.nz are indoors, have onsite toilets/showers Damien Puddle - Director and child care is also available. Ph: 027 747 8426 | Web: www.shapeCome early or stay later and have a living.co.nz cup of tea or coffee and see what else
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The Iloha Club is a Japanese playgroup for mums and dads who can speak Japanese and for children aged 0 to 5 who are learning Japanese in the Waikato. It is a great opportunity to meet other families. We have a lot of fun with a focus on language, Japanese music, stories, crafts and cooking. For more information please contact hamiltonilohaclub@gmail.com Meeting Time: Friday 10am – 12:30pm Location: 108 Grandview Road, Nawton Old Western Community Centre Donation per session is 50c per child Email: hamiltonilohaclub@gmail.com Facebook: http://on.fb.me/12diHQ1
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