Issue 80 (December 2015)
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Teacher Retires after 41 Years at Fraser page 9
Local Singer/Songwriter Coral Pitcher has just released her first music Video
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Healthy Weight- Healthy Life
are at substantially-increased risk of weight-related illnesses. The best waist circumference to aim is less than 90cm for There are many benefits in achieving, and maintaining, a men and 80cm for women. healthy body weight. It is the key to good health, and helps If you are in the overweight or obese categories then in the prevention of weight-related health risks such as type healthy eating and activity are strongly recommended to be 2 diabetes, high blood cholesterol, cardiovascular disease part of your daily routine. By comparison, fad-dieting and (heart attack and stroke) and some cancers. stop-start exercise programmes give the worst results in But, what is a healthy body weight, and at what weight and the long term – and it is the long-term on which you need size are you considered overweight? You can answer these to focus for best health results. Having realistic weight-loss questions by calculating your body mass index (BMI), and goals (losing 5% of initial body weight), and losing weight measuring around your waist for your waist circumference. gradually (about 0.5 to 1kg per week or even 1-2 kg per Your BMI figure is your weight (in kilograms) divided by month), are the best ways to keep it off in the long term. your height (in metres) squared. For example, if you weigh Activity involves just that - being more physically active. 62 kg and are 1.6m tall, your BMI is 24.2 – which is within Choose activities you enjoy - fast walking, swimming, mowing the normal range of 18.5 to 24.9. A BMI greater than 25 is lawns. Start by doing 10 minutes or what you can cope with considered overweight; above 30 is obese. Being obese puts - building up to 30-40 minutes each time. Doing this on most you at considerable risk of ill health and early death. A waist days of the weeks brings big benefits for health. As you start circumference measurement is a simple measure around to lose weight, you will find it easier to be more physically your waist and indicates total body fat as well as abdominal active. And there are other benefits: you will sleep better and or waist fat. The fat around the waist is also linked to feel less stressed. increased risk of disease such as type 2 diabetes, high blood Healthy eating means looking at what you eat, how much pressure, high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. Some you eat and also how often. Eat regular meals and avoid people who have a BMI in the healthy weight range can have snacks between meals if possible, as this can increase food an increased waist circumference. A waist circumference intake by much more than you think. If you are prone to greater than 102cm in men and 88cm in women means you snacking then make sure they are healthy alternatives such
as fruit or raw vegetables and nuts. Portion sizes are important as they are much bigger now than they used to be and often we don’t need to eat as much food as what is put in front of us. Try to base your meals around getting all the nutrients that you need which means eating plenty of fruit and vegetables, wholegrain breads and cereals, some protein rich foods such as meat, fish and lentils, some milk and dairy products and not too much fat, salt or sugar. Cooking by grilling, baking and microwaving is preferable to frying. Also drink plenty of water. Ask your Self Care pharmacist about the Weight and Health and Reducing Your Cholesterol fact cards for advice about healthy eating. Medicines are available to help you lose weight but they work best when combined with a low-fat, calorie-controlled, diet, and with other life-style modifications such as physical activity. If you want to lose weight, regain your self-image and reduce your chances of weight-related health problems, talk with your Self Care pharmacist about beginning today.
Fresh new produce partnership with Food Together
Shooting you up.....
Local Singer/Songwriter Coral Pitcher has just released her first music video ‘Shooting you up’ with help from NZ on Air. Coral has performed and supported her local community through the many events our centre has coordinated for the past decade. We think she is fantastic! It’s great to see the rest of the country are also enjoying Coral’s music! Please support our local talent and check out her first music Video on YouTube. You can also find Coral on Facebook and listen to her songs on SoundCloud: Coral Pitcher. For more info check out www.coralnz.com - The Western Community Centre
The Western Community Centre is strengthening its fruit and vegetable collective with a new partnership. Every Thursday the Western Community Centre buzzes with a dozen volunteers packing fresh produce orders for local customers. The centre has run a fruit and vegetable cooperative for over 20 years and a new connection with the social enterprise, Foodtogether looks set to strengthen and grow the operation. Western Community Centre Manager Neil Tolan says the Foodtogether philosophy - to grow and strengthen communities around healthy food - fits well the the Community Centre’s goals. “The quality is good and Foodtogether understands exactly what we’re trying to achieve.” Mr Tolan is excited about the new partnership and says there’s now potential to grow customer numbers and add new products. Foodtogether is a produce collective which works with local networks to pack and distribute fresh, healthy, low-cost food. It started in Christchurch and is now operating in Auckland and Hamilton. Foodtogether Waikato, as it’s now called,
These are the people in your neighbourhood Introducing Bantou (aka - Two) from Together Roast & Café and his family. They are the new owners (9 months) of the shop at Nawtons Grandview Mall. Two has a wife and 4 children. age 5 & 8 who attend Nawton Primary and an older son, 17, who is studying in Auckland and their eldest daughter who is in Cambodia with relatives. “We come from CAMBODIA. And have been in New Zealand for 14 years now” says Bantou. “We love the people and how accepting you are, especially in this area. We love Nawton and this is our new home. Our children enjoy their school and friends.” We asked what they enjoy most about working at the ‘Together Roast and Café’? “We like all the new customers and the old ones who come in. And we get to meet a lot of the locals from this area.”
And the most important question; What’s the favorite meal purchased from the Together Roast and Cafe? Roast Pork, Lamb and Chicken! To say thanks here is a couple of deals for you! Free Crackle/Crackling for any Pork purchased & Spend $32 or more… (2 large meals) and receive a complimentary 1.5ltr cold drink of your choice!
offers a $10 value bag comprising approximately three fruit and three vegetable varieties. Western Community Centre administrator Max Coyle says “Every Thursday a dozen volunteers pack over 180 bags at the Western Community Centre. Feedback from regular customers is overwhelmingly positive. “People love the good value and the variety. Order online at www.foodtogether.kiwi or drop into the centre to place your order. Pick up is on a Thursday between 11am and 5.30pm.
Shape Your Relationship Our community has got a lot closer in the past month. Husbands have been more loving to their wives. People are on romantic dates with dancing - even kissing. Partly, I think, due to a new counselling service offered at the WCC. People are learning how to fall in love again and again with the same person. Couples are kissing each other goodbye in the mornings and can be seen snuggling on the doorstep as they arrive home. Relationshapes is our new counselling service at the community centre for helping shape relationships. We can shape our relationships on purpose. For many of us it takes a crisis, midlife or other, to get us even thinking about shaping our marriages on purpose. And then, unfortunately, we tend to make decisions from within the crisis. Instead of pausing to reconsider in a purposeful manner, what we’ve brought into the relationship and why, we are apt to cast everything off and run. Instead of making rational decisions that prepare us for what’s ahead, we tend to come from a position of panic or fear – and the choices we make reflect that. This is why it’s so important to have a counsellor, looking at
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things from the outside, to help you both make decisions not based around the crisis. (1) … Continued on our blog at http:// relationshapes.org/shape-your-relationship/ More about counselling as WCC at www. relationshapes.org/wcc/ Counsellor bookings 027 536 7464
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Treats in the Park 15: 14 years & still going WOW - What a day, What a success Treats in the Park 2015 was huge! We had an awesome turn-out, 1684 children registered with over 5,000 people attending the evening from all over the Waikato. With huge support from a mixture of organisations, the event was held by the Western Community Centre at Elliott Park on Friday the 30th of October from 3pm – 8pm, with a range of fun activities for everyone! Treats in the Park, 2015 now in its 14th year, is our largest community event, encourageing children to attend instead of going ‘Trick or Treating’ in the dark of the neighbourhood! Volunteers are a vital component of the event and each year is supported by a range of organisation’s and community volunteers. This year over 75 volunteers supported us Thank you to all our community and YOUTH volunteers! Nathan Morgan, Youth Development Worker at the Western Community Centre
spearheaded the event. Our on-stage entertainment was organised by Matty Smith + the ENRICH team. Thanks to Matty and his many volunteers for their support during the event. We had some great entertainment and a big thank you to ALL our wonderful on stage performers including Coral & Verity “We hope to see you all here next year, doing it all again” says Nate… Thank you to Taui Johnson, our events MC & also upcoming YOUTH MC Chardarae Elliott – Well done, you rocked!!! Piri Kearney, BACKDOOR Surf Snow Earth (Jamie Cook) & DROPDEEP Skate organised the annual Treats in the Park 2015, Skate/Scooter competition – Huge Thanks to Piri and his team! Thanks also goes out to – Backdoor & the Dropdeep Skate crew, Hamilton! And Congrats to ALL those who participated, especially the ‘winners’ who took out the skate & scooter medals on the day!
My son enjoyed the lollies and the rides as well as seeing friends he hadn’t seen in a while and meeting new friends. Tina Westcott
Thank you! From Nate Morgan (Treats In The the event, Everlyn and her amazing Face Painting, Trudy Ann Clay Modeling & Park Organiser) A huge Thank You, to our important funders: Trust Waikato, Grassroots Trust & The Todd Foundation and our latest ‘local’ sponsor – Vehicle Import Direct. These are the organisation’s that have made Treats in the Park possible over the years including this year: Thanks Hirepool Hamilton, Funworks & Rick Kirkland Inflatable Rides, Waikato Rent a Fence, John Jamieson Superswirl Foods, King Seeds, Pete’s Packaging, Gilmour’s Food Supplies, Subway – Paul & Gill, YA’MUMS Donuts, Food Together – Volunteers Fruit, Countdown Nawton, Domino’s Pizza Nawton, Bluelight Police & St John YOUTH BBQ, NZMA, Dinsdale Community Link, The Dinsdale Lions Club, John Gavin - Dinsdale Lodge Real Estate, Kirikiriroa Maori Wardens, ‘BBz’ Sports Club for assisting with the pack down of
The kids enjoyed the bouncy castles, treat stations, everyone looking very scary in their costumes. I liked the great community feeling that came with it and how affordable it was. Plus all the wonderful volunteers. Stacey Peihopa
Painting, Elizabeth, John & their awesome team from the Waikato Air Balloons! Lastly a big thank you to all The Western Community Centre Staff & Board Members for supporting and encouraging ‘Treats In The Park 2015’ – You guys are brilliant. And before I forget, thank you to all the tamariki & whanau that attended and enjoyed the event! If you attended the event and were given seeds, Don’t forget to plant them! We gave away around 60,000 sunflower, tomato and bean seeds… We are looking forward to seeing lots of sunflowers, tomatoes & beans popping up around Hamilton West. Post up any photo’s to The Western Community Facebook Page http://www. facebook.com/westerncommunitycentre for all the community to see!
The great range of bouncy castles, food, environment, kids loved the balloons especially the one you could walk into. Was nice to have the stamp card for the different treat stations. Mark Williams
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WEST WORD
By Hamilton West MP Tim Macindoe
A bunting bounty by Carl McGuiness
You may have seen the bunting flags flying between the light poles at Elliot Park during the recent Western Community Centre ‘Treats in the Park’ event. Now meet the person behind this colourful creation. Lois Raynel and her husband are recent additions to the Nawton community, having moved from the close-knit community of Katikati. The importance of community is not a new idea to Lois whose community involvement includes time as a Girl Guides Commissioner and a 20 plus year member of St John. Since moving to Nawton, Lois has become involved in several groups held at the Western Community Centre, including the 50+ luncheons and the Craft group that meets weekly on Wednesday morning. In response to a request from the team at WCC, Lois began the process of cutting and sewing approximately 100 metres of bunting that now hangs, pride of place, at WCC events. Lois’s 1984 Bernina sewing machine struggled to keep up with her nimble fingers, requiring regular breaks to cool down. The bunting took more than a week to create, but was described as “a labour of love and a lot of fun”. When asked to describe Nawton, Lois doesn’t hesitate in declaring it as a “lovely close community”. If you see Lois around Nawton or the Western Community Centre, introduce yourself and don’t forget to say thanks for the bunting.
Another year has raced by in a whirl of activity, with many different events keeping Hamiltonians busy. A fantastic sporting year in Hamilton saw exciting games in both the ICC Cricket World Cup and FIFA U20 Football World Cup being played here. The Mooloos ended their season with an exciting win over Hawke’s Bay, reclaiming the Ranfurly Shield. I look forward to many successful defences of the Shield next year at FMG Waikato Stadium. I’m sure we’re all proud of the Waikato players who contributed to the thrilling All Blacks triumph in the Rugby World Cup. It was moving to see the large crowds of all ages at this year’s Anzac Day parades, both at the dawn and civic services, commemorating 100 years since the Gallipoli landings. Construction of the $4m Western Rail Trail will begin early next year and is expected to be finished in June 2016. giving people on bikes easy access to Seddon Park, FMG Waikato Stadium, Hamilton Girls’ High School and Wintec. Meanwhile progress on the Waikato Expressway continues at impressive speed, with the Cambridge section due to be opened very soon. It has been heartening to welcome large audiences at my monthly forums in Frankton. This year’s speakers included Justice Minister Amy Adams and Trade Minister Tim Groser, as well as a special event featuring Prime Minister John Key. Ours is a vibrant and supportive city and it’s a privilege to represent you in Parliament. From my family to yours, Merry Christmas and our best wishes for all that lies ahead in 2016.
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Pets Are Me Hi I’m Courtney Richardson, I am a 13 year old with a passion for pets. I would like to own a cattery one day, so as a way of gaining experience, I have started a small pet caring business called Pets Are Me. Email or call me if you would like me to come feed & play with your pets while you are away. I come to your house and I charge $5 per feed. I am happy to play with and walk your pets, clear mailboxes, and any other small jobs you may have. My mother will help me out with any bigger jobs. If you need special care, I do have a small room at my house where I can look after one pet at a time. Please check out my facebook page for some of my happy clients reviews and pictures of the lovely pets I have cared for so far. Email: bcnd@ xtra.co.nz Phone: 847 2756 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PetsAreMe
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Waitangi Day in Kirikiriroa To Be Held At Western Community Centre – By Mere Balzer In 2003, Waitangi Day commemorations in Kirikiriroa were first driven and co-ordinated by Te Runanga O Kirikiriroa. Our goal has always been to stage a fun, family oriented event in commemoration of Waitangi Day and raise awareness of the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi and the relationship of the Crown with Maori. Waitangi Day has provided an opportunity to celebrate cultural and ethnic diversity within Hamilton City, promoting and encouraging participation from Maori, Pacific, ethnic and non-Maori communities. Showcasing local music, theatre and artistic performances providing a positive experience for all age groups, cultures and communities in Kirikiriroa and the Waikato. The event in 2003 was held at Innes Common next to Hamilton Lake and was a huge success. After several years in 2010 the event moved to Garden Place attractting Stan Walker to perform fresh from his success on Australian Idol. Commemorations were run by Te Wananga o Aotearoa for a few years but were handed back to the Runanga to co-ordinate for Waitangi Day 2014. Following our major housing project in the area, the En-
derley Community Centre was chosen as the new venue and “Breakfast in the Park” was created. A successful Enderley event in 2014 & 2015 led our Waitangi Day committee to decide to take the commemoration to other communities in
Kirikiriroa, so we are honoured to be supporting the Western Community Centre for Waitangi Day 2016. Mere Balzer is the CEO of Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa
New Maori Women’s Welfare League Branch in Nawton “Te Muka o Te Ao” - The collective fibre to unite clarity amongst all people, striving and contributing by helping the Community, whanau, tamariki, mokopuna me ngaa iwi katoa. Jamie Toko and Paretio Ruha both members of our WCA Board proudly announce their new Maori Women’s Welfare League Branch based in Nawton. Both ladies have been members of Te Roopu Wahine Toko I Te Ora Whatawhata Branch for many years. The name was gifted to the Branch by their friend Composer/Songwriter Hone Nuku-Tarawhiti who is renown as the writer of songs that feature on their Kotuku Album “Te Ranga Wairua”. Jamie says that their new members are a gift to the Branch and can be frequently seen engaging with the community in ways of Maori health, Lifeline (Missy Katipa), caring for seniors in the West, and mental health clients throughout the community. They are also fortunate to have Cindy Kiel formerly from Simplicity Funeral Services and now Owner Operator of Sincere Funeral Home. Their members are very close friends and relatives which alone accelerates the trust that they have for one another and the purpose for forming another Branch in the Tainui Region. Tainui currently have 23 Branches residing in Hamilton, Whatawhata, Hauraki, Te Kuiti, Tauranga, Kawhia, and the surrounding areas of Waikato. The inaugural meeting was held last week at the Western
Community Centre making the Branch officially affiliated to the MWWL. Jamie and Pare also extend their utmost gratitude to the members of Whatawhata Branch MWWL for their guidance, aroha, assistance and continued support.
If you would like to know more about the Maori Women’s Welfare League please feel free to contact Jamie on 021 613 993
Celebrating Christmas 2015 From The Crosslight Team 2015 has been full of meeting many lovely people and having the opportunity to help and support them in a variety of ways. We also find that there is huge generosity and goodwill in the community, especially nearing Christmas, when donations of food are dropped off to us to forward to the Hamilton Combined Christian Foodbank (of which we are a member agency). We have had a very full year with all our programmes and services running very smoothly thanks to the wonderful team at Crosslight Trust. When I say team, I include everyone involved, the Trustees, staff and volunteers and the people of the Hamilton community coming in to participate in what we offer here. If you are either over 60 or over 70 years of age and would
like to join one of our groups, please feel welcome to contact Penny, Chris or Jennifer. Ph 07 847 2998. C.A.F.E. (Creative Activities for Elderly) meet every Friday from 10 a.m. to 12.00 noon with a different “theme” each week. Inevitably we did have several members who passed away during the year and we are always saddened to farewell them because they have become part of our extended “family”. Huge thanks to all the fantastic team at Western Community Centre and of course Ioana Manu who are always so supportive of our work. The Crosslight team wish you and your family/whanau a very happy, safe, relaxing and refreshing Christmas and New Year. God bless you, Chris(tine) Wright and “Team”.
Relationship Tune-Up 7pm Wednesday 9 December, Westside Community Centre. 1 hour workshop, $12 person, $20 per couple. Bookings before 6 December. Even the most resilient relationships can go temporarily pear-shaped. Do you find yourself having the same argument over and over again? Do arguments escalate and go past the point of no return? RelationShapes offers a safe space for couples and families to explore what is happening, and to find strategies that reflect hopes and values. Learn how to use the strengths in your relationship to shape your relationship in a way that works for you. Make it a date. Book here: http://relationshapes.org/ bookings/ Western Community News – December 2015 5
FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
2015 OUTSTANDING ACHIEVERS 2015 Dux
Proxime Accessit
Phoenix Cross
Ciara Doelman
High Distinction English Level 8 2014 High Distinction Mathematics with Calculus High Distinction Chemistry High Distinction Drama High Distinction Media Studies High Distinction Outdoor Education Awarded Senior Media Cup Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Top Female Academic Māori Student
Distinction Mathematics with Calculus High Distinction Art Painting High Distinction Classical Studies High Distinction English, Spanish High Distinction Visual Arts Joint Award Recipient Cup for Excellence in the Arts Year 13 PhotoLife Photography Studio Award Top Year 13 Classical Studies Student Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council
Graduation with Honours
Graduation with Honours
Year 12 Outstanding Achiever
Year 11 Outstanding Achiever
Cleo Vernon
Melissa Smith
Distinction Chemistry Distinction Mathematics with Statistics High Distinction Biology Linda Danrell Memorial Trophy for Excellence in Biology High Distinction Classical Studies Top Year 12 Classical Studies Student High Distinction Economics Top Year 12 Economics Student High Distinction English Level 8 Excellence in Senior English Morrison Cup for Academic Excellence Year 12
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Distinction Biology Distinction Drama High Distinction Cambridge English High Distinction Mathematics High Distinction Music Kay Cup for Academic Excellence Year 11
FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
Year 13 High Achievers Amorangi Apaapa
Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Vocational Award for Excellent Performance in the Workplace Graduation Certificate
Joshua Nelley
The University of Auckland Jubilee Awards $2,000 per year for 3 years Graduation with Honours
Phillip Uli
Principal’s Award for Service to the School RSA Cup for Dedication and Involvement in Music Heart and Soul Award (The recipient has a love for learning and relates positively to others. They are passionate about what they do, have a sunny disposition and are extremely proud of their school)
Graduation with Honours
Jasmine King
High Distinction Health Pass in first year University of Waikato Philosophy Paper Graduation with Honours
Liam Membery
Distinction English Whampoa Fraser Memorial Award Graduation with Honours
Kirandeep Kaur
Economics High Distinction Top Year 13 Economics Student Pass in the first year University of Waikato Economics Paper Graduation with Honours
Emma Strawbridge
Distinction Earth and Space Science High Distinction Food Technology Food and Nutrition Award Graduation with Honours
Dylan Johnston
Georgia Le’Mon
Jonathan Jensen
Distinction Dance Evan McLennan Trophy for Senior Excellence in Choreography Principal’s Award for Service to the school Graduation Certificate
High Distinction Digital Technology Pass in the first year University of Waikato Programming Paper The Brown Cup for Excellence in Digital Technology Level 8 Graduation Certificate
Fraser Tech Past Pupils Assn Service Award Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Te Roopu Kaumatua Most Outstanding Senior Graduation with Honours
Grace Kamundu
Taisha Abbott
High Distinction Legal Studies Top Year 13 Legal Studies Student Graduation with Honours
Distinction Mathematics with Statistics High Distinction Office Technology Pass in first year University of Waikato Economics Paper Graduation with Honours
Nina Harper Distinction Classical Studies High Distinction English & Visual Arts Joint Award Recipient Cup for Excellence in the Arts Year 13 Graduation with Honours
Brearna Salvatierra Distinction Health High Distinction Child Development Top Year 13 Tourism Student New Zealand School of Tourism Scholarship Graduation Certificate
Riria Robinson High Distinction Te Reo Māori Wilcox Cup for Outstanding Māori Academic Achievement Graduation Certificate
Jaymie Whale
Distinction Biology High Distinction Sports Science Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Bernie Parker Service to the School Award The Waata Roore Eruera Edwards Ngati Mahanga Award Graduation with Honours
Rowan Stewart
Distinction Biology, Chemistry, English & Physics The Peter Hampton Award Overall Excellence in Level 8 Science Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Graduation with Honours
Hannah Jensen
Distinction Sports Science High Distinction History Top Year 13 History Student The Beatrice Fraser Memorial Award Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Head Girl Joint Recipient of the Humanitarian Shield Graduation with Honours
Emma Connolly
Distinction Health High Distinction Dance Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council The Dianne Yates Citizenship Award Graduation with Honours
Courtney Kelly
High Distinction Mathematics with Statistics Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Graduation with Honours
Mohamedbaqir Rassan
Distinction Chemistry & Spanish High Distinction Physics Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Head Boy Joint Recipient of the Humanitarian Shield Graduation with Honours
Dayna Perkinson
Distinction Classical Studies, Drama & Art Painting High Distinction Art Photography Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Victoria University Excellence Scholarship worth $5,000 Graduation with Honours
Drew Stewart
Distinction English, Geography, Outdoor Education High Distinction Mathematics with Statistics Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council The Frankton Rotary Tray Graduation with Honours
Euonika Coetzee
Distinction Chemistry & English High Distinction Accounting & Biology Travers Trophy for Excellence in Level 8 Biology Top Year 13 Accounting Student Award Graduation with Honours
Year 12 High Achievers Eden French-Putu
Distinction: Outdoor Education, Accounting Level 8 & English Level 8 Altrusa Youth Award for Courtesy, Attitude, Initiative and Community involvement
Shanelle Tarawhiti
Russell Polley Memorial Scholarship - Sportsperson of the Year All Rounder
Kayla Polley
Distinction: Drama & English Level 8 High Distinction: Music The Oratory Trophy
Tayla Cavey
High Distinction: Legal Studies Top Year 12 Legal Studies Student High Distinction: Technical Academy Fuji Xerox Trophy for Excellence in Design Technology
Gene Hall
High Distinction: Environmental Improvement & Agriculture Top Year 11 Agricultural Student
Melanie Wacker
Anna Butcher
Yug Patel
Distinction: Mathematics with Statistics High Distinction: Dance Gibb Cup for Dedication in the Performing Arts Principal’s Award for Service to the School Council Rumney Family Trophy for the Board of Trustees Representative
Distinction: Mathematics with Statistics High Distinction: Music High Distinction: Sports Science Kylie Morrison Memorial Cup for Guitar Orchestra Probert Family Award for General Excellence Year 12
Distinction: Accounting High Distinction: Chemistry High Distinction: Mathematics with Calculus High Distinction: Physics Excite Trust Science Award Top Level 7 Science Student
Grace Forno
Distinction: Mathematics with Statistics High Distinction: Child Care High Distinction: English Cherie Cooke Award for Fabric Technology
Distinction: Classical Studies High Distinction: History Joint Winner John Quinnell Award for Top Year 12 History Student Returning Student Scholarship
Vinod Bal Distinction: Biology High Distinction: Earth and Space Science High Distinction: Geography High Distinction: History Joint winner John Quinnell Award for Top Year 12 History Student Top Senior Geography Student
Anne-Marie Vandy
Victoria Hooper Distinction: History Distinction: Sports Science High Distinction: Chemistry High Distinction: Mathematics with Calculus
Harry Searle Distinction: Chemistry Distinction: Economics High Distinction: Biology High Distinction: English
Andrew Dai Distinction: Earth and Space Science Distinction: English Distinction: Office Technology High Distinction: Economics High Distinction: Mathematics with Statistics High Distinction: Accounting Top Year 12 Accounting Student
Ben Dawick Distinction: Mathematics with Calculus High Distinction: English High Distinction: National Certificate in Electronics High Distinction: Physics High Distinction: Visual Arts Excellence in the Visual Arts Year 12
Year 11 High Achievers Zyana Clarke
High Distinction Horticulture Bunnings Award
Matt Holderness
High Distinction Cooking For Life Cooking for Life Award
Jeannie Lalomanu
High Distinction Dance Yvette Rumney Trophy for Outstanding Performance in the Performing Arts
Crystal Martin
High Distinction Year 10 student in Year 11 History Top Year 11 History Student
Imogen Green
Joyce Street Memorial Trophy for Senior Oratory Year 11 Young Designer of the Year Award High Distinction Economics Top Year 11 Economics Student
Zac Linton-Brown Distinction Food and Nutrition High Distinction Hospitality Hospitality Award
Isaac Smith Distinction Economics High Distinction Accounting Top Year 11 Accounting Student
Shania Sullivan Distinction Sports Science High Distinction Visual Arts Excellence in Visual Arts Award
Michelle Hawinkels Distinction Mathematics High Distinction Biology Travers Trophy for Excellence in Level 6 Biology Joint Award Top Year 11 Science Student
Nazeefah Ali
Distinction Business Studies Distinction Graphics Distinction Health High Distinction Science Scientific Supplies Ltd Prize for Progress in Year 11 Science Joint Award Top Year 11 Science Student
Oli Semu
High Distinction Food and Nutrition Food and Nutrition Award High Distinction Sports Science
Sunil Kumar
Distinction Biology Distinction Electronics High Distinction Mathematics High Distinction Digital Technology Baumberg Cup for Excellence in Digital Technology Level 6
Adam Cross Distinction Building, Construction and Furniture Distinction Geography Distinction English Level 7 High Distinction Spanish High Distinction Mathematics Top Year 11 Mathematics Student
Joel Hall Distinction Accounting Distinction Digital Technology Distinction Science High Distinction Economics High Distinction English The Ian Edgerley Trophy for Comprehensive Excellence Year 11
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FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
Fraserfest 2015 – The “Wild, Wild West” On Thursday, 15 October Fraser High School hosted FraserFest 2015, a community event to highlight and showcase the amazing endeavours of our students and staff. The event was run as a series of exhibition spaces covering performance, sporting, art, student lead initiatives, Market Day and community driven initiatives: Western Community Centre and Lions Club Dinsdale. The communal space between each
exhibition was cleverly themed as the Wild Wild West by the Senior Council students and hosted a wide range of sideshow events and food stalls. Such an event is only possible with dedicated and passionate teaching and support staff along with whanau who worked tirelessly both behind the scenes and on the evening to make the event run seamlessly. Fraser High School would like to thank the parents, caregivers and the community,
for contributing to the night, as without their support the event would not have been the success it was. We look forward to building on the success of FraserFest 2015 and continue to develop strong links with our Fraser High School community. “FraserFest was an awesome opportunity for our school to showcase who we are as a school” – Amorangi, Year 13
Record Turnout for Fraser Day Activities To help ease the transition for year 8 students coming to Fraser High School in 2016, Fraser Days were held again this year. The aim is to reduce year 8’s anxiety about coming into a secondary setting and to build with them a positive Fraser attitude. The day started with a Powhiri at the school Wharanui and then members of the Junior Council, Fraser Ambassadors and the 2016 Senior Council, hosted and lead their allocated group of students through a series of workshops, with the day culminating in tabloid sports in the main gymnasium. The workshops around the school included: an Adventure Course in Gym 3, woodwork and cooking in our new Technology block, Kapa Haka in the Wharanui, music composition on computers, and science experiments.
Fraser Musicians Rise to the Occasion
In 2015, the senior students had two music performance evenings within the year to showcase their talent and hard work. Our first performance evening held in the School Hall in May was awesome. Our senior students rose to the occasion by delivering excellent entertainment. Fraser has many talented students who have a wide range of repertoire from Vocalists singing musicals, through to Rock Drums. The performances were enjoyed by all. The students performing gained valuable experience and delivered an
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Chris Malone – World Champion Earlier this year, Fraser High staff member, Chris Malone was fortunate enough to be selected for the New Zealand Maori Surfing Team which competed at the Melanesian Cup in Noumea in August. The competition included indigenous teams from all over the Pacific. Chris competed in the Open Men’s Short (which was the main event), Longboard event and Stand up Paddleboard event. All of the surfing took place on the reef pass, which is only accessible by boat. Conditions were amazing with three metre swells breaking onto a shallow reef, which made for a really enjoyable experience. The competition was tough, with the local surfers being the favourites, surfing their home break with local knowledge.
Chris made it through to the Open Men’s Final with Tangaroa on his side. Everything went Chris’s way when he posted a 9 out of 10 on his first wave, which gave him the lead and eventually the title of World Champion. “It was an awesome experience,” said Chris, “and a chance to learn more about our Pacific whanau.” Ko Maungahaumi te maunga. Ko Mangatu te awa. Ka tere kite wai o paoa Ko kopututea te putanga kite moana nui a kiwa. Ko Turanga a mua. Ko Turanga Ararau. Ko Turanga Makau Rau Ko Turanga tangata rite. Ko Turanganui a Kiwa. Kite Tairawhiti whanui Ko te Aitanga a Mahaki.
Photo: Cory Scott - New Zealand Surfing Magazine
entertaining nights. In September the Music Department decided to present the performances at ZEAL a dedicated student arts centre in the Hamilton CBD. We hoped the new venue and addition of lights and staging would inspire them to build further upon their earlier performances. With a number of parents, staff
and students attending both nights, the students definitely responded positively and delivered two excellent nights of performances. Thank you to our Itinerant music teachers who work with our students, teaching a variety of instruments. We look forward to our music performance evenings in 2016.
FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
TWO LONG SERVING TEACHERS LEAVE FRASER
Kala Lal, moving on after 20 Years Ron Braithwaite Retires after 41 Years at Fraser
Ron Braithwaite began his teaching career at Fraser High School in 1974. He received a telegram from the Principal at the time, Mr Dave Campbell, to say that he was to be employed as an English/Social Studies and Physical Education teacher, and if Ron’s hair was as long as it had been when he visited the school for the job interview, he was to get it cut. Ron turned up for work on his first day at Fraser in his very best deep purple oxford bags, purple tie dyed shirt with massive rounded lapels, a tie to match and platform boots. He was complimented on the tie and advised that if he had a suit that he might wear to a wedding, to come to work in it in future! Mr Ron Braithwaite at the Senior Prizegiving in November. Over such an extensive career at Fraser Ron has witnessed the When asked to comment on some of his fondest growth of the school and many physical changes to memories of his many years at Fraser, Ron said “My the learning environment. One of the lowest points proudest moment was probably in the mid 1980’s being the devastating Gym fire and the huge impact it when four of my History students got Scholarships had upon the entire school community. in one year. Yeah, that was probably my proudest During Ron’s time at Fraser he taught: Physical moment… and my son getting Proxime Accessit. Education, English, Social Studies, Geography, “One of my funniest moments was probably at the History, Art History, Classics, Computer Studies, end of a show that we did in the school in 1976 or Dance and Drama. In Ron’s spare time he taught thereabouts called “It’s Ours”. In the final blackout I Gymnastics, managed a Vaulting club, and at one time was kissed by somebody in the dark, and I’m not sure a Break Dancing club. whether it was a guy or a girl.” Ron has worked with five Principals, and along His advice to students: “The world is not your the way he impressed them enough to be appointed enemy. If you come to school make the most of it. Head of Department History and then Head of Faculty There’s always things that you can do, and for the Social Science. For many years Ron was the Head of things that you can’t do, there is always help available. the Waikato History Teachers’ Association, and was You really should just make the most of it. There are selected to travel around the Waikato and Bay of some really talented people who are just ready to give Plenty as an Advisor. as much as they possibly can to help you.” In 1974, Ron was asked by the Hamilton Operatic And his parting words: “You never take anything Society to perform in Fiddler on the Roof, and was for granted and you never, ever, have a preconceived instrumental in getting several students involved. notion. The times that I’ve had preconceived notions Theatre is a continuing passion for Ron, who is about students and have been proved wrong, always exceptional in this field, and he has encouraged many set me back. You’ve really got to be honest with students since, to be involved in theatre. yourself and take students at face value always.” Ron states that it is as true now as it was when he Ron’s contagious smile and laugh will be sorely started, that by far the largest number of young people missed in the staffroom, along with his impromptu in the school are wonderful and exciting people to be tears of compassion and sentiment. in a partnership of learning with. The most rewarding His sensitive, thoughtful, loyal and deeply caring times as a teacher is often outside of the school when nature are evident in everything he has done at Fraser. past students come up to you, and show you how well Ron is a true professional educator at heart, and a they have done in life. creative artist and humanitarian with soul.
Ms Kala Lal working with students in her Year 9 Maths class. After 20 years of teaching at old. The student’s serious reply Fraser, Mathematics teacher, Kala to that was ‘Wow miss you look Lal, is moving on and will be sadly really good for your age and it’s missed by both her students and great that you are still teaching and her peers. don’t need a walking stick’. My Head of Maths, Mike Shortt- proudest moments are attending Smith says, “When I first arrived the senior and junior prizegivings at Fraser High School, having and seeing the whole years work never taught at secondary level come to fruition.” before, Kala helped me learn the Her parting words to staff and ropes, particularly with respect to students: “Fraser staff you are the setting and marking of tests amazing! You are always there for and examination papers. She each other and you care so much has always been a wonderful, for your students. I never want you supportive colleague and will to lose that because that is what forever remain a good friend.” makes you so special to me and Kala has always had high everyone else. To the students I expectations for her students and say; aim high. It is all about having supported them to achieve what a goal or a dream and never giving she expected of them. She is a true up. Stay in school kids.” professional - always ensuring she Comments from her students: understands what is required of “Ms Lal is very thorough with her and making sure her students notes, which helps struggling understand what is required of students to learn and for future them. Kala is the essence of an reference.” “She is always willing organised teacher, and this is to help any student.” “Firm demonstrated by the planning and supportive.” “She strongly she puts into her course notes, encourages students to do work assessments, the display on her in their own time, keeping whiteboard of tasks and homework, closely aware of their progress.” and her supervision of the Year “Ms Lal allows students to have 9 course. She has always been their independence, to manage very supportive of her colleagues themselves and their learning.” and is always willing to share her opinion or views on work related matters, or life in general. Over the years as she has gained experience and confidence, her views and perspectives are insightful with regards to issues at Fraser High. In her life outside of school Kala has found a good balance between her work and life. She is an avid reader who has a great love of desserts and sweets and has often been seen reading the cook books that are regularly on sale in the staff room. Kala is a true teaching professional, balancing the fine line of developing positive learning relationships with her students, providing gentle mothering, or firm direction, when needed. She holds high expectations of her students and has consistently modelled this in her own organisation and teaching. The winner of the Russell Polley Sportsperson of the Year – When asked to reflect on her Highest Achiever Award for 2015 is: time at Fraser Kala said, “One of the funniest moments I recall was Claudia MacDonald when asked how old I was by one NZ Junior Rowing Team of my previous Year 9 students, I 1st Place U17 Girls Single Scull Maadi Cup jokingly replied that I was 80 years 2nd Place U18 Girls Single Scull Maadi Cup
SPORTSPERSON FOR 2015
Vishal Chandra, Champion Boccia Player Vishal Chandra (below), a senior at Fraser High School participated in the Boccia NZ National Championships in Christchurch in mid-November. He has returned with a Bronze medal for his 3rd placing in the team event. Vishal’s greatest achievement was winning the Gold medal in the Individual Boccia combined categories. C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S , Vishal. Vishal has been playing Boccia since 2014. At these championships he has excelled beyond all expectations. Maurice Toon, a Paralympic Silver medallist (Athens), has been mentoring Vishal. His passion for and understanding of the game, Maurice shares with Vishal in training and coaching sessions. Maurice is excited by the potential that Vishal has shown. With his focus, determination, drive and
his willingness to learn from others, Vishal has the potential to go much further in his chosen sport. Quote from Vishal: “if you want to achieve your goal, you must step up, focus and work hard towards gaining it.” Vishal’s goal is to be a competitor at the Paralympics in Tokyo in 2020.
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What’s on out West The Western Community Centre 46 Hyde Ave, Nawton, contact 8474873, reception@wccham.org.nz, www.westerncommunitycentre.org Check us out on Facebook! Since 1979 the centre has been providing a wide range of support services, programmes, activities and events. Our two facilities are at 46 Hyde Ave and 108 Grandview Road in Nawton. The centre is owned by the community and overseen by a board of community members elected each year. Community information hub, Photocopying services we can print from USB, B&W 10 cents, colour 50 cents, colour A3 posters $1 Justice of the Peace Available Tuesdays, 9.30am – 12pm, no appointment needed just turn up! 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 the centre. Tables and Chair Hire We have tables and chairs for hire! Tables $6 each, Chairs $2 each. For weekend hire pick up Friday drop off Monday. We also have a pie warmer for hire. 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. Fruit & Vege co-op Just $10 gets you a bag of fruit and a bag of veggies. Order before 3pm Wednesday, pick up Thursday after 11.30am. You can now order online at www.foodtogether.kiwi
Education Floral Lessons with Elsie Moorman Contemporary Floral work for the home and gifts. Learn from an experienced Tutor, NZFAS Teacher and Judge. Tuesdays 10am - 12 noon. Enquiries to Elsie Phone 07 855 6439. 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 Weekly conversation classes also available. Triple 1 Care - Workplace First Aid
Next courses taking place, December 8th. Full Course $169, 8.30am – 5pm, Refresher Course $115, 8.30am – 3.30pm. Book on 0800 487 475 (Option 7) Email Auckland@tripleonecare.co.nz Courses based at our 108 Grandview road centre. Toastmasters If you want to meet a great bunch of people, have an enjoyable evening while at the same time learn the art of public speaking in a friendly and supportive environment, then come along to Dinsdale Toastmasters. Tuesdays 7.15 pm - 9.00 pm at our 108 Grandview Road Centre, for more info (0800) 736 753 (Evening) :(07) 850 4187
Children Mainly Music This programme takes place here at the centre 10am every Wednesday, facilitated by Westside Church. Fun, interactive music sessions for young children and their parents/caregivers. Complimentary first session, Thereafter $2, $3 per family. Lil Groovers Got kids from 0-10 years old keen to dance? Dance classes for littlies and big kids to really get them going. Tuesday mornings 9am - 9.45am for under 5’s, Thursdays 3.30pm - 4.15pm for 5-7 years, 4.15pm – 5pm for 7-10 years, $6 per child-family discounts and concessions available, More info lilgroovers@ outlook.com or call Cat on 021 525 795 Iloha Club- Japanese Playgroup 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. They have a lot of fun with a focus on language, Japanese music, stories, crafts and cooking. For more information please contact hamiltonilohaclub@gmail.com Friday 10am – 12:30pm, donation per session is 50c per child Young Engineers Young Engineers is for Year 2 to 8 students and helps children learn about engineering, science and physics while they build motorised Lego models. It is a programme that helps to teach children through practical exercises and experiments and will engage children of all levels. Takes place every Wednesday from 3.15pm to 4.30pm and registrations are open now on www.youngengineers.nz. To find out more, contact Ariana – ariana@youngengineers.nz or 021-2424567. Western Stars Holiday Programmes We will be running 2 weeks of holiday programmes, last two weeks before school goes back. Programmes start at 8am to 5.30pm. Cost per week is $130 or $26 per day. Winz subsidies may be available, Enrol at the centre or online at our website. 8 weeks of holiday programmes are held throughout the year.
Youth Western Wheel Learner Licence Course Course dates, 29th Sept to 2nd Oct and 8th Dec to 11th Dec. Course cost is $30 plus $93.90 for the Test Licence Fee. To enrol or for more info contact Aileen 8474873 ex 1, aileen@wccham.org.nz Western Boarders – 3rd Monday of the month We’re opening up the Centre for an evening of board gaming good times. You can attend solo or bring a friend/partner or your whole family. Choose from any of our board games or bring your own and meet some new & awesome Hamilton folks! ITS FREE 6pm - 10pm, stay for as long as you like. In Association with Waikato Boardgamers & The Western Community Centre Boom Boxing – Youth Class A combination of intense sweat and boxing fun, mixed with music. Wednesdays 5pm – 6pm and it’s free for high school aged youth. Txt: Wallace 021-126-8119 OR Facebook focus24seven Fabulosity Girls Programme This 6-session programme is designed for year 9 high school girls and incorporates a range of fun activities held after school. From master chef, tips to feel good, staying healthy to helping out the community. Contact Youth Development Worker - Nathan Morgan for info. email nathan.morgan@ wccham.org.nz or call 8474873 ex 5 Tai Chi We offer 2 community Tai Chi classes each week, Tuesday and Friday Cost $3 per session. Tai Chi has been proven to improve mobility, flexibility and balance. Maureen Leong is the primary tutor. 10.30am-11.30am 50+ Luncheons and Bus Trips Luncheon takes place monthly on third 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. Bus trips take place throughout the year to a number of destinations; contact the centre to find out about our next one.
Health and Wellbeing Traditional Maori Healing Wayseer is based at the centre Tuesday evenings, mirimiri (massage) romiromi (bodywork) rongoā (traditional Māori medicine) $20 clothed massage or bodywork. Contact David Kukutai Jones 022 569-4288 wayseer@outlook.com Boom Boxing A combination of intense sweat and boxing fun, mixed with music.
Wednesdays 6pm - 7:30pm (general). Session $10 per person. It’s great to bring your own boxing gloves and pads, however we have a limited no. Which can be used for those who’d like to give Boom-boxing a go. Don’t miss out limited places available! Txt: Wallace 021-126-8119 OR Facebook focus24seven Wallace 021-126-8119 OR Facebook focus24seven Mates Men’s Network Creating Positive Male Role Models in our Community, Tuesday 7pm – 9.30pm (fortnightly) info@ mates.org.nz 0800 4MATES.
Venue Hire Board Room - Great for group meetings, can sit up to 14 people. The Lounge - A comfortable relaxed meeting room, can sit up to 8 people. Large Room -This room can seat up to 100 people. Training Room - This room can seat up to 40 people own Kitchen included. 108 Grandview - This venue is set up to cater for children, ideal for playgroups or children’s birthday parties and small meetings.
Our Little Wish List The centre is on the look out for donations of lego, coffee mugs, kitchen utensils, pens, stationery items. If you can help, feel free to drop off to our centre at 46 Hyde Ave.
Crosslight Trust Our counsellors (Linda, Mark, Raewyn and Ruth) have had the privilege of being there for people who come to see them with a variety of experiences that are causing pain, grief, anxiety in their lives. It’s wonderful to know that with having that listening ear and professional guidance that at the end of their counselling journey most people find it possible to view the past, present and future in a more positive way. Jean continues to visit and support people in the deaf, hearing impaired and deaf/blind community. Literacy and numeracy are two areas that Jean helps them with along with learning various technology skills. She has also taught several basic NZ sign language courses and has held a weekly session at Hamilton Central Library on a Thursday. If you would like to visit us, you can find us at 1 Johnson Street, Dinsdale (off Rifle Range Road, opposite Frankton School). Our op shop is more easily accessed through the carpark of the Anglican church at 158 Rifle Range Road – there’s always a good selection of clothing, books, and household goods at very reasonable prices. Phone 07 847 2998
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Hone’s Korero Amorangi / Minister for the Nawton Community Presbyterian Church providing the following services for the local community: • Sunday Services • Tangihana (funerals) • Iriiringa (baptisms) • Marena (weddings) • Karakia (prayer services); & • Mauiui (visit sick & infirm) • also Chaplain & Kaumatua for the Nawton Primary School • Relationship building with Nga Taiatea Wharekura I am available to the Nawton Community in many ways either as your Minita or a shoulder to lean on in times of need. I am accessible and contactable either text, email or ring the Nawton Community Presbyterian Church Office and leave a message. You are important because the Lord says so – korero mai Ko te Amorangi ki mua; ko te Hāpai-ō ki muri’ (The emblems of God leading the way, the people will follow the Lord) 10 Western Community News – December 2015
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Nawton Scooter Competition See’s Youth Take The Wheels – Max Coyle
Western Community Centre wants to give a huge round of applause to the winners of the Under13 Nawton Scooter Comp 2015 held on Friday 20th November. Organised by youths 13 and under from the local skatepark the event was a huge success. At the Western Community Centre, as part of making our community thrive we find its important to help our youth grow and ensuring we play our part in preparing them for the future. Helping our youth out often means keeping them busy and giving them something to do. When the kids from the skate park on their scooters needed something to do we
asked them if they’d like to run a 13 and under scooter competition. The rest was up to them! Providing them with some trophies and equipment, the excellent new events team set to work creating a poster (pictured) and handing out flyers and registering competition entrants. Its amazing the positive effect a bit of responsibility and some direction can give. We’d like to do a huge shout out to the events team that made it all possible and look forward to some monthly scooter competitions in 2016!
Growing at Grandview Community Garden 2015 has been a busy and productive year at Grandview Community Garden, with over 100 members gardening 40 plots, growing and learning alongside one another at weekly mentoring sessions. A team of volunteers helps everything run smoothly – from weeding fruit trees to writing newsletters. This year Grandview Community Garden Trust with support from supporters and funders has made exciting progress on two amazing projects including the Nga Rongoa Native Restoration. In July, members of the public joined us to tour the new Rongoa planting and share knowledge about medicinal native plants. This planting project, funded by Waikato Regional Council is transforming a weedy slope into a beautiful Ngahere which will be a living resource for future generations. Upcoming free workshops: Waterwise: How to get your garden through the dry. December 20th at 4pm and January 17th at 4pm Waste minimisation: Composting and feeding your garden. December 10th at 4pm and February 25th at 4pm Healthy Cooking with Garden Vegetables: Cooking demonstration and shared meal – bring a healthy plate of food to share. November 29th at 3pm and February 14th at 5.30pm Grandview Community Garden is a community allotment garden in Nawton. We garden separate plots and take home what we grow. Join us! With support from our garden mentors you can learn to grow your own organic vegetables. Everyone is welcome. Want to find out more? Get in touch with us: grandviewcommunitygarden@gmail.com 0220212290
December at the Good News Community Centre The ever-popular “Kai and Carols” is on again at the Good News Community Centre on Sunday 13th December at 5.30pm. It’s a chance for the local community to come together, have a meal, join in the carol singing and experience the real meaning of Christmas. Trust manager, Susanne Rowse says, “Its been marvellous this year having the new Centre here with all the different activities and events taking place and will be great to end the year celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus and sharing kai again with so many from the community.” The centre has recently opened up for two one hour sessions a week for those keen to play basketball. Tuesdays start at 7pm and is for those aged 13 plus and Wednesdays start 4:30pm for all ages. On Wednesday 9th December at 3:30pm we have invited Wintec to the centre to share about the courses they have available, some of which are free. Nina Maniapoto, who attended the last session in July and since started study, said the information session at the Good News Community Centre helped her to “be more informed about choices and topics” and guided her to “the right place and through the right channels.” Western Community News – December 2015 11
TIM MACINDOE MP FOR HAMILTON WEST Senior Government Whip
It remains a privilege to serve as Hamilton West’s electorate MP, and I look forward to another productive year in 2016. The Hamilton West electorate office team and I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, a relaxing summer holiday and all the best for 2016. The Hamilton West electorate office will close at 1.00pm on Tuesday 22 December 2015 and re-open on Wednesday 13 January 2016. Telephone messages will be cleared periodically in the new year.
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Te Roopu Kapa Haka o Noera
Ka pai ki muri, ka pai ki mua, ka pai ngā mea katoa! We were proud to welcome back our Kapa Haka team after their journey down to Te Papaioea ‘Palmerston North’ to represent Tainui Waka, along with Rakaumanga, Maeroa and Bernard Fergusson at the bi-annual National Primary, Intermediate Kapa Haka Competitions 2015, competing against 46 other teams from all over the country. Excitingly, they won the Te Aroha o Rangitane trophy as the top performing group for schools aged year 0-6. Other points to note are their 2nd equal place in the Whakawātea, 11th place for Te Reo Māori and overall place of 14th. We would like to acknowledge the support from our wonderful staff, parents and school community for all the contributions, and especially our Kapa Haka students for your absolute commitment and dedication in preparation for the competitions. Mā te whakapau kaha anake, ka taea!
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