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Issue 73 (October 2014)
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Notice to the houses in the vicinity of Elliott Park. Treats in the Park event will be held on Friday the 31st of October from 3:15pm till 8:15pm. If you have any concerns or issues on the night please contact the Western Community Centre on 07 8474 873 ext 0.
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Asthma and COPD Asthma and COPD are both conditions which affect the lungs and are frequently seen in New Zealand, with one in four children and one in six adults experiencing asthma. Most of us are familiar with the symptoms of asthma that include wheezing, coughing, (particularly during the night), chest tightness and sometimes gasping for breath. Some people have one or more of these symptoms most of the time, while others can get them suddenly, when they are having an ‘asthma attack’. It can be particularly distressing when these symptoms occur and it is important to try and understand what is happening, how to control them and how to prevent them from occurring. People with asthma have sensitive airways in their lungs and the illness is triggered when things such as dust mites and pollen cause breathing tubes to react and become tighter. Cigarette smoke, changes in air temperature, and other lung illnesses (e.g. bronchitis), can also trigger asthma. The tubes swell and mucus builds-up, making it harder for air to go in and out of the lungs and causing a whistle-like, wheezy, sound. Asthma can’t be cured, but people can lead a full life if
they learn to avoid what triggers their asthma, understand their symptoms and use their medicines to keep the asthma under control. Helping people manage their asthma requires a team approach and Self Care pharmacists are part of that team. “We provide patients with advice about how their medicines work and the correct use of medicines (especially inhalers and spacers) according to their own particular asthma action plans, to get the best results”. The main types of asthma medicines are preventers, relievers and, symptom controllers. Preventers are important because they keep asthma under control. They reduce swelling and mucus build-up in the breathing tubes. Preventers need to be used every day, even when you feel well. Relievers are for use during an ‘attack’, to open-up the tubes, relax tightened muscles and relieve symptoms. Symptom controllers relax airway muscles but do not affect swelling in the breathing tubes. Usually they are used every day, along with a preventer, but are not for acute asthma relief during an ‘attack’. By following their own action plans, people can balance the use of preventers, relievers and symptom controllers to keep their asthma under control, take action early during an asthma ‘attack’, to prevent more serious problems, and bring
their asthma back under control. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is another, increasingly common, lung disease that shares many of the same symptoms as asthma. It can be mistaken for asthma, and sometimes people with COPD can have asthma as well. COPD has different trigger factors and treatment requirements from asthma and unlike asthma, lung damage in people with COPD occurs steadily over time and is permanent. Cigarette smoking is the most common factor responsible for COPD and quitting smoking is the most critical factor in slowing the progression of COPD. Pharmacists provide smoking cessation advice, products, and encouragement to COPD sufferers wanting to ‘kick’ their smoking habits and improve their quality of life to manage COPD. Contact your Self Care pharmacist to find out more details and ask for a copy of the Self Care fact card on “Asthma”, “COPD” and “Quit Smoking”.
Sistema Waikato Sistema is coming to western Hamilton! This internationallysuccessful programme will launch with a school holiday programme in April 2015. Designed to teach valuable life skills and promote community pride and cohesion, ‘el Sistema’ programmes have been running in countries worldwide since 1975, and in Otara, South Auckland since 2011, with outstanding results. Based at Nawton School, Sistema Waikato will include Year 2 students from four area schools: Crawshaw, Nawton, Rhode Street and Forest Lake. To be as inclusive as possible, Sistema is cost-free to all participants. In school-holiday and afterschool programmes, the children initially learn ‘musicianship’, which emphasises rhythm, concentration,
music theory through games, selfdiscipline and group endeavour. Students ‘earn’ the opportunity to use ’instruments’ to form an ‘orchestra’; their first instruments are cardboard, then wood, then participants finally receive a licence for an actual violin or cello. Children continue in the programme, with a new Year Two intake each year; original participants eventually become mentors for new programme entrants. Successful Sistema programmes rely on wholehearted community support, with many opportunities for parents, local retailers and community members to assist, such as volunteering in after-school programmes or donating afternoon tea. To help, contact Ioana Manu on (07) 929 2708 or mobile 021 359 878.
We are outraged... Wow, where do I begin. As a tenant/resident of one of the Hamilton City Councils Pensioner blocks, it is in dismay and fear that we read, attend and hear proposed ideas and plans. At first a sense of that it’s going to be ok spreads over one after the first letter. Phew! They are only selling two complexes, but which ones? First meeting and we are all advised that it’s now not a matter of which two, but all of the complexes are being sold. Don’t we count? We are your elders. Council, you have the audacity in face of anti-abuse advertisements against elders by relatives, advertisements on TV, in front of children, that say no to harmful treatment of an older elderly person. Yet Hamilton Councillors that voted for this and set this in motion, Garry Mallett, Andrew King, Angela O’Leary, Margaret Forsyth, Leo Tooman, Karina Green, Rob Pascoe, Gordon Chesterman and Mayor Hardaker, how can you treat us so badly? Just what sort of example of treatment towards Elders are you advertising? You are obviously prepared to be so cruel and cause much distress, there have already been cases of depression and strokes. After the first meeting the horror set in and two residents had strokes and ended up in hospital. Shame on you. Have you prepared ‘wrap around’ services to rescue, support and pay the increased drain on medical organizations to assist the damage we are all going to suffer when Council brings the hammer down on our heads. Are you Council members going to come and pack-up our homes, clean our homes and oh I forgot, go and help each of us to find new accommodation and unpack for us? Do you have any idea how horrific and traumatic all these processes will be for each of us? Hamilton residents please get involved in this issue. We pay our way and have done for our entire lives. We are already damaged in various ways, we don’t need the impeding distress to say the least of the difficulties each will face in being forced out of our homes and into where? Thank you to Councillors
Marcy Winter (Name has been changed for the residents protection)
Gallagher, Yeung, Macpherson and Wilson that went against selling us, for standing up and defending us. Yes we are old; we range from 60’s to 90’s but we are independent and do our shopping in our community, where we are recognised and treated with respect. This is our home, our Community. Every one of the residences that Council members’ are trying to sell from around us are our homes, they are also future homes for folks after us that will also
need these homes and facilities. Or is the Council cleaning up the streets in Central Ham of the homeless, to make room for our arrival? There are 344 units that Council is going to flog off for money. That is 344 homeless people. Those of us who are not outraged are so because we have been lulled into complacency and put faith and trust that Council won’t turf us out into open air and on waiting lists that are many years long, are in for a horrible awakening when the truth of Councils’ ruthlessness becomes a reality.
Western Boarders Monday Board Gaming The Western Community Centre has begun offering regular free drop-in board game nights for everyone. The first board game night took place on Monday, Sept. 15th and saw 26 youth and parents during the 4-6pm afterschool period and Centre administrator Max Coyle originally came up with the idea for the board game nights. “I was trying to think of a program, something that we haven’t done before, that would be great for both youth and seniors as well as families and individuals -- its also something fun and free for couples to do close to home for a fun evening out and of course for boardgame lovers to get their game on” Max said. “I started getting back into boardgames again after having played the standard Monopoly/Chess/Scrabble etc when I was little. Then I played some Settlers of Catan and Carcassonne with some friends and was blown away by how different and 2 Western Community News - October 2014
fun these games were and before you knew it we were having a weekly game night. Ended up being so much fun that we wanted to spread the awesome around the community.”
While there are many new games out there as well as old classics, Max says they’re all allowed and theres heaps on hand and
Selling us, shouldn’t even be on any table. You know what, we have been in wars, and we have held down jobs and aided the economy of our country. We have voted, we have stood up for each other, we have added to New Zealand’s population and hopefully raised productive children who went on to aid and abet New Zealand’s values and principals, we have obeyed laws and through using our voices we have helped new more useful ones to be heard and put into law, rules and regulations. We have been part of molding our great country and showing empathy and welcome to other nationalities so they may be part of our values and culture. Yet, Hamilton City Councillors, you are prepared to throw us out of our homes. People fled their countries to escape this type of destitution and despair. I believe these same Councillors are grossly mismanaging the role of responsibility they were accorded when they were voted in; and that was to do the absolute best for our citizens of Hamilton and our community. You know the saying, if it’s not broken, don’t try to fix it. WE ARE NOT BROKEN, HANDS OFF COUNCIL AND LEAVE US ALONE! Go and do something useful and sell Waikato Stadium and/or Claudelands Event Centre. After all, you were the ones who wouldn’t listen to public protest on the V8’s and you put us in $70 million debt. We are people, not garbage to be thrown out on the rubbish heap for the garbos to take to the rubbish dump on a Friday. People are at the end of their rope and any more stress and there are going to be some shortened lives and thats on the Council’s heads. Council is holding a further meeting in September and then citizens will be able to voice and lodge their opinions. A final decision will be made in November. Grey Power is holding protest meetings in town, Hamiltonians please standup and protect us with your support. Send emails of protest to the Council Mayor, Ms Julie Hardaker. Please attend the demonstrations with us and help us.
people can also bring their own. “As well as the amazing new games, european boardgames, strategies and party games, we’ve also got lots of chess sets, checkers, connect 4 for the kids etc. We have our growing stash and people are bringing their own games to share and its been alot of fun. Jason, Richard and Juliet and others from the Waikato Boardgamers have been fantastic bringing their huge stashes of amazing games and to Mark One on Victoria Street for supporting boardgame clubs.” Boardgames have come a long way in the last decade and their popularity is surging in NZ and locally with a local event of the ‘Boardgames By The Bay’ which runs across NZ attracting over 100 people over an August weekend in Hamilton. Come down and see what all the fuss is about Monday at the Western Community Centre from 4–9 pm.
Your Say: Tell us what you enjoyed at FraserFest 2014?
Jayden I’m doing the lighting on stage, which I really enjoy because its something different.
Acacia Its really good doing something like this for our school and community
Riria It looks like everyone is having a good time
Bob Good creativity, ideas and achievements.
Nicole Really proud of all our students working hard
Roman Enjoying the buzz of the event great turn out.
Laura Great community event lots of fun had by us all and the fry bread was awesome.
Sui Very nice food, good people, lovely food and happy supporting my friends
Treats in the Park 2014 is HERE
Hey kids Treats in the Park is almost here! Friday the 31st of October, Elliot Park – Hyde Ave in Nawton. 3:15pm rides open and Treats stations open at 4pm. This will be the 12th year for the event. We have a fun night planned for all to enjoy. So children come along dressed up in your favourite costume and you could win a prize for best costume. To help assist with covering the costs of the treats and rides, registration will be $3 per child. Each child will have
the opportunity to receive varies treats from 8 different treat stations and access a range of rides ranging for under 5s to older. When you arrive look out for the registration tent to pay your $3 and received your treat ticket and wrist band. Then go around to collect your treats from each treat station, then enjoy the rides and other activities available. There will be a range of activities on offer, on stage entertainment, skate competition, spot prizes, food stalls
and lots more. We are also looking for volunteers and entertainers to perform on stage during the event if you are interested please contact the Western Community Centre or Ani on the details’ below. Looking forward to seeing you all there! For more information on the Event contact 07 8474 873 ext 0 or Ani Nock 021 359 876/ani.nock@hcc.govt.nz.
Elliot Park Monday Night Tag Module
Tag is a fast-paced, exciting game that makes an excellent alternative sport for Touch and League teams. It enables teams to build up their skills in running, passing the ball, point scoring and on-field teamwork. Being a safe non-contact sport, there is even less likelihood of players being injured. Players can safely and easily play Tag once a week and play touch on different days, to add variety and interest to their summer activities. Tag is similar enough to Touch and League that experienced players find it easy to learn. The touch is replaced by the removal of Velcro tags, which removes the contact element from the game altogether. The more structured League-style play-the-ball gives defending teams time to regroup, while at the same time allowing attacking teams the opportunity to change tactics. As well as playing Tag Football as a competitive sport in its own right, Touch and League teams can use it as a form of skills and fitness training, with a much higher degree of interest and motivation for the players than ordinary training sessions. The variety it adds to the players’ summer sport, actually helps them to maintain their interest in all their sports longer through the season, thus helping avoid the “player drain” many sides experience as the season goes on. Tag Football is played in Hamilton at Elliot Park on Monday evenings throughout the summer sports season (from October 20th to February 16th.) Teams can play Tag without interfering with any Touch or League commitments. For further information Contact: Russell Mcgregor ph.021 02520414 rmcgregor57@slingshot.co.nz Gina Te Rongomau ph 021 02413681 ginat.r@hotmail.com
Entertainment, food stalls, 8 Treat stations, community Info, inflatable rides, prizes and heaps more!
$3 per! child
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to help us cover costs
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Friday 31st October 2014 !
Elliott Park, Hyde ave, Hamilton
3.15pm - 8.15pm
! ! Go to the registration
The Treat Stations open at 4pm. area to buy your ticket or drop into the centre before the event.
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(Treats are available for
Skate Comp registrations open at 4.30pm Rides open at 3.15pm,
There will be a charge of $3 per child. This will get you a treat ticket and a stamp to ride all night on the huge inflatables.
Children Year 8 and under)
A huge thanks to
For More Information check out the Western Community Centre Facebook Page or call 8474873
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10 Years on....
The annual Low Cost Living Christmas Expo will celebrate ten years at the Western Community Centre this November, with advice and ideas for people searching for ways to limit the financial burden of the upcoming Christmas season. Hamilton City Council Community Advisor Ioana Manu said the expo will be a great opportunity for families to learn and participate in activities and services that will support
Aberdeen School Craft Market On Saturday November 22nd, Aberdeen School grounds are going to come alive with the sound of kids laughing, families enjoying themselves, the busy hum of shoppers and coins clinking at the school’s very first market day. There will be delicious mouthwatering food, a coffee cart, live music and so much more. Fun for all the kids -they won’t want to go home! From scrapbooking to jewellery and candles the range of stalls covers all age groups and hobby interests. Aberdeen School parents decided with Christmas nearly upon us, the time was right to bring out their creative skills and hold a boutique market with an emphasis on handmade and crafted products by locals. This is a fundraiser for the school that involves the whole community. Over 60 local traders will be there in full force to sell their wares, talk to their public and share their knowledge in conversation. Christmas is just around the corner – you won’t want to miss out on some amazing bargains for the family. From handmade flowers for Nana, to cool and original clothes and toys for the kids - Aberdeen Craft Market will have it all!! Check it out on facebook - ‘Aberdeen Craft Market’.
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HAMILTON DINSALE LIONS CLUB INFORMATION AND ORIENTATION EVENING OCTOBER 6TH 2014 If you think you would like to become a LION and belong to an Active and Progressive Community Focused Club phone: 0210472886 email: dinsdale.lions@xtra.co.nz
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them to live effectively within their income. The expo will include food tasting, home gardening ideas, budgeting advice, as well as entertainment, spot prizes and more. Several local agencies will be represented, offering ideas on low-cost services they offer. The Low Cost Living Christmas Expo is on Tuesday, 25 November, from 10am to 12pm. Entry to the expo is free and
is held at the Western Community Centre, 46 Hyde Avenue, Nawton. Stall spaces are still available. If you would like to be involved in the Low Cost Living Christmas Expo please contact Ben Scott, Hamilton City Council Community Advisor – phone (07) 929 2710, email ben.scott@hcc.govt.nz.
Fraser Tech Garage and Bake Sale With a purpose statement like “the New Zealand Junior Rugby Festival will give all junior rugby players the opportunity to participate against clubs from around the country on a foundation of sportsmanship, enjoyment and friendship”, you can understand why the Fraser Tech Junior Rugby Club 2015 10th Grade team would want to travel to Queenstown to join in. With a committed group of players and parents, Team Manager Lissa Smith says, the fundraising required to get the team there will be a hard, but achievable goal. One of the number of events being planned is a garage and bake sale at the Western Community Centre on the morning of Saturday, 15 November. “We want to give the players the feeling of being on an official tour and continue to fuel their passion for the game they love” she says. The 10th Grade competition in Queenstown is 10 aside (plus subs) and players will all need to be under 10 years of age as at 1 January 2015 and weigh less than 41 kgs. If anyone wants to donate any goods for sale on the day,
please contact Lissa on 027 272 1364. “Fraser Tech Junior Rugby Club is such a wonderful family and community orientated club; we wouldn’t be anywhere else”.
25,000 School Children to help Young with Disabilities
On Friday the 15th of August over 25,000 school children across New Zealand Jump Jammed for charity StarJam. Crawshaw School were one of the 100 Schools signed up for the inaugural Jump Jam 4 StarJam. Each school held a Jump Jam session with all their students in support of StarJam; a charity that provides musical opportunities and workshops for young New Zealander’s with disabilities. Students participating in Jump Jam 4 StarJam were encouraged to bring along a gold coin donation, and have the opportunity to win prizes for their school including: Portable UE Boom speakers, Logitech speakers, and a prize pack from Wheelers books. Prizes
will be awarded based on prize categories such as best photo from the day, best drawing, best video, and best artwork. StarJam has been working with young people with disabilities since 2002. It currently has over 300 young people with disabilities participating in musical workshops (singing, dancing, drumming and guitar) in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Hamilton each week. Funds raised from Jump Jam 4 StarJam will go towards giving more young people with disabilities the opportunity to participate in workshops. For more information on StarJam visit www.starjam. org
Grandview Community Garden News This year Grandview Community Garden turned two! We have come a long way since community leaders planted a lemon tree and sowed peas on a weedy slope at opening day in 2012. Today, the garden has over 80 members gardening in 37 separate plots, and learning to grow their own healthy food at weekly sessions run by Garden Mentors Tim and Clare. Winter 2014 has seen new, exciting developments at the Community Garden. In June we completed the tunnel house, thanks to funding from Hamilton City Council. It was great to have local community gardeners, visitors and members of the public working on the project together, as many hands made light work. The tunnel house will soon have a sustainable irrigation system using harvested, recycled water and powered by solar. Since the garden was established, there has been a need for drinking water as the tank water used in the gardens is not drinkable. This year, Trust Waikato and WEL Trust provided funding for a drinking fountain to be installed at the garden so that there is always access to a refreshing drink of water. This has made garden sessions much more pleasant, especially on a sunny afternoon! A group of hard working volunteers regularly give their spare time to Grandview Community Garden, helping with everything
from mulching fruit trees to saving seeds. In May this awesome team was nominated for a Volunteering Excellence Award and presented with a goody bag full of treats, donated by Te Rapa New World, in recognition of their nomination. As winter turns to spring, the garden is busy with members sowing seeds as well as mulching and composting their plots. Garden sessions are sociable occasions, with gardeners from different cultures swapping recipes and sharing their knowledge. It is very unfortunate that in September 2014 the Grandview community garden tunnel was burgled sometime between Tuesday 16 September and Wednesday 17 September. Newly sown trays of seedlings and the new thermometer was taken. If you know any information regarding this burglary please contact your nearest Police Station. If you see any suspicious activity happening at the Grandview Community Garden please call 111. Trustees Bob Longhurst, Fungai Mhlanga, Angela Mallon and Simon Stevens administer the Garden, and are always interested in ideas and input from the community. You can keep up to date with our news by liking Grandview Community Garden’s facebook page, and if you are interested in joining, contact the Community Garden Mentors on 021 0387623.
Project K Students
Last Friday, the families, friends and guests of Fraser High School’s Project K students gathered at the Bill Gallagher Hub, WINTEC to celebrate their graduation from FYD Waikato’s 14 month youth development programme. All who attended had the pleasure of hearing the students share some of their incredible experiences and challenges which have impacted them throughout their journey on Project K. The first lines of Graduate Mikayla Dunn’s speech were, “When I was asked to give a speech on my experience whilst on project K the first thing that comes to my mind is the confidence I have gained from my involvement with Project k“. Graduate Nicola made special mention to her mentor saying, “I was so grateful to have gotten such an awesome mentor, she’s pushed me and
helped me with a lot of things”. Guest speaker, world class rower Nathan Twaddle also shared a story about resilience and perseverance which all the graduates could relate to. Overall it was an evening enjoyed by all who attended. FYD Waikato sincerely thanks everyone who was involved in the Project K programme, especially all the mentors and Alf Fry from Fraser High for all the work and dedication that helps us ‘Grow Great Kiwi Kids’. Project K is a 14-month programme for selected year 10 students aimed at building their self-efficacy and maximising their potential. Project K has four programme stages; an induction, a three-week Wilderness Adventure, a Community Challenge, and a 12 month Mentoring Partnership with trained adult mentors.
Red panda & rhino in spotlight
‘Neighbours of Nawton’ Hosts Join hosts Ioana Manu and Willie Cuthers as they bring you the latest news from West Hamilton every Friday at 11am on their show, ‘Neighbours of Nawton’. Ioana, a Hamilton City Council Community Advisor and Willie a Community Constable based in Hamilton have plenty of news, stress release tips and handy information to share. It’s the place to hear what is happening in the area and activity ideas for the kids and community. Like all Free FM shows, you can listen live on 89FM or download the podcast from www. freefm.org.nz. Check out the Free FM Facebook page to be in to win a variety of awesome prizes each week www. facebook.com/FreeFM89. Keen to host a show of your own? Full training is provided and its lots of fun! Contact Silvana Erenchun-Perez to
find out how easy it is to get involved on 834 2170 or pd@freefm.org.nz.
Hamilton Zoo is a favourite for families and with the weather warming up and school holidays in full swing, it’s the perfect time to visit. The Zoo is celebrating two of their popular residents throughout the holidays. With International Red Panda Day and World Rhino Day held recently this was a great opportunity to shine the spotlight on these animals and encourage visitors to learn a bit more about them. There’s free activity booklets for the kids, weekday tours behind the scenes in the Rhino house at 11.30am and the chance to win a Rhino foot print if you can guess the weight
Aberdeen Primary School
of a wheelbarrow load of Rhino poo! Story time at the Zoo has also kicked off this school holidays at 2.30pm. A great way to wind the kids down after a full on day, and a chance to grab a quick coffee at FLAVOURS Cafe for the adults. Annual passes are a great option for regular visitors giving them unlimited day time access to the Zoo for a whole year. The new child flexi-pass covers admission for a child and any accompanying adult. For details on school holiday activities and annual passes go to www.hamiltonzoo.co.nz
Meat Packs
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Check out the $20 Western Community Centre Meat Packs!
We have partnered with The Meat Company Nawton to bring you this awesome deal!
To purchase just drop into the store at Grandview and look out for the Community Centre packs.
The packs will vary throughout the year and are available fresh every day.
Craft Market
Fantastic stalls including: handmade crafts toys scrapbooking clothing jewellery candles food art sweets cakes & much more!
Not only will you get a great deal but The Meat Company are also supporting the work we do by making a donation for every pack they sell.
We think that's great and it is fantastic to see this local business supporting and giving back to our local community.
SATURDAY 22nd NOV 9am - 2pm
Grandview
Shopping
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PERFECT PLACE FOR FABULOUS CHRISTMAS GIFTS! Aberdeen School, 60 Aberdeen Drive, Dinsdale 46Hyde ave, Nawton! 07 8474873! reception@wccham.org.nz
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FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
A Night in Paris at the Senior School Ball
The Senior Students of Fraser High School were treated to a night of French Masquerade for their Ball on Saturday 23 August at the Wintec Atrium. The theme was complemented by students dressed in formal attire, many complete with masks and accessories which added to the French feel. In addition, entertainment such as fire dancers, photo booths, a coffee machine and Parisian street fare created a special event for all those in attendance. A particular highlight of the evening was the awards which were voted on by all in attendance and were received by the recipients with style and flair. We wish to thank all those staff and suppliers who supported our successful evening and acknowledge the fantastic atmosphere created by our senior students.
Project K Students Complete their Community Challenges
Project K student, Kaitlyn Fransen, working on the Pukete Mountain Bike trail. 6 Western Community News - October 2014
On 14 August, the twelve year 10 students who began Project K this year celebrated the success of the Community Challenge phase of the programme. After two weeks under the guidance of Salvation Army Grandview Corps team, the students had investigated, chosen and carried out a range of community projects. Split into four teams of three, the twelve students raised funds, collected useful items or completed work for Womens Refuge, SPCA, children who are patients at Waikato Hospital, and the Pukete Mountain Bike Trail. One group engaged Rhode Street Primary School in fundraising. Other groups contacted local businesses for donations of merchandise. At the celebration dinner at the Salvation Army facility in Grandview Road, the students presented speeches about their Community Challenge experiences and learning, to their families, to Foundation for Youth Development, Blue Mountain Adventure Centre, Salvation Army Grandview Corps and Fraser High School representatives. Each of the students has now been matched with an adult mentor, selected and supported by Foundation for Youth Development, who will support them through the next twelve months in their personal and social development.
Phoenix Edgecombe, Josh Hindrup and Neihana Coop with merchandise they persuaded businesses to donate for use by children in Waikato Hospital.
FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
Enjoyable Time for Community at FraserFest 2014
On Friday 19 September Fraser High School hosted FraserFest 2014, 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, participation and student lead initiatives: Art, Market Day, Careers, and community driven initiatives: Western Community Centre, Lions Club Dinsdale, SADD and FYD. The communal space between each exhibition hosted a wide range of food stalls from home baking, fry bread sandwiches, to candy floss, and hangi, which helped make the event the perfect evening to celebrate the fantastic year Fraser High School has had. 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, without their support the event would not have been the success it was. We look forward to building on the success of FraserFest 2014 and continue to develop strong links with our Fraser High School community.
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FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
Programme Expanded Nationwide due to Attitudes of Fraser Students If you have been to Rebel Sports and work ethic. We have been in Te Rapa recently, you may have so impressed with the calibre said “hello” to Fraser High School of students coming to do work students busily stocking shelves placement we have decided to take and organising equipment during the programme nationwide.” Gateway Workplace Coordinator their Gateway work experience. This year, fourteen Fraser High Kelly Randle commented, “The placement programme students have learned how a retail work sport store functions through expanding on a national scale the Rebel Sport’s Gateway is really a credit to the good work experience. To begin impression our students have the programme, students must made.” Hearing how well complete a full Health and Safety the Gateway work placement induction, followed by placement programme has gone for Rebel in the store department that Sports, the neighbouring Base store, Briscoes, has now requested interests them most. They then learned about items that Fraser High School students of stock, restocked product on do work placements with them. shelves and provided customer service across all the store ranges. Some of the students learned to operate a till at the checkout counter. Work placements at Rebel Sports run for a full working day one day a week for three weeks. Gaining the skills and experience from this programme has translated into part time employment for four students at the Te Rapa location, which is a valuable item to add to their CVs. By developing a positive relationship with the store, Fraser High students have also paved the way for other students nationwide. Sarah Tozer, Te Rapa Rebel Sports store manager, said, “Fraser High students Fraser High School student Amorangi have shown great attitude Apaapa stocking footwear at Rebel Sports.
Students learn more about a career in the Police Force There are sixty-five different jobs associated with working in the police force. Fraser High School students have learned about some of these career paths at the STAR Police Preparation courses held at Te Wananga o Aotearoa in June and August this year. The STAR (Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource) programme allows Year 11-13 students the chance to learn more about a career path through attending tertiary courses, learning new skills and moving into study or work. Held over two days, the STAR Police Preparation course gives students a better understanding of how they may fit into police-related careers, through a mix of lectures, assessments, and activities. The most recent course held in August, included speakers from Search & Rescue, Forensics, a Criminal Investigation Branch Detective and Constables from Hamilton and Te Kuiti. These interesting and accomplished people told stories from their own backgrounds that gave the students an idea of how their own interests and hobbies can translate into a career. Among the requirements to enter police-related fields, candidates are required to have a formal interview, take a problem-solving test and a Physical Appraisal Test. On the first day, as part of the course the students completed the Physical Appraisal Test. Fraser student, Nacosha Davis said, “The fitness part was my favourite because it was practical.” This included a 2.4 kilometre run, vertical jump ability test, press ups, and grip strength test. The STAR Police Preparation course was popular among the students, who made-up a quarter of the 43 attendees at the August course. Fraser students showed their interest by asking good questions and volunteering during the session.
Students Build for Families in Need
Taking advantage of a sunny winter day, Fuatau Vea hammered weatherboard onto a new sleepout that will go to a family in need as part of his Gateway work placement. With the help of Habitat for Humanity’s Central North Island Construction Manager, Nathan Collins, Fuatau and fellow Fraser student Morehu Kara, were responsible for building the small structure. The sleepout, constructed at Habitat for Humanity’s Te Rapa location, will be given to a family experiencing home overcrowding in Te Kowhai. The students had no building skills prior to the Gateway work experience, but have since developed skills through hands-on participation in framing, installing weatherboards and Pink Batts. Fuatau and Morehu got the chance to learn how to use both new and recycled materials that were
Gateway Coordinator Chris Malone, Fuatau Vea and Habitat for Humanity construction manager Nathan Collins in front of the sleepout during construction. left over from past Habitat for Humanity projects. The students not only gained valuable work experience that can be added to their CV’s, but also formed good relationships with members of the Hamilton community. As Gateway Workplace Coordinator, Chris Malone, commented, “They have created a good relationship with Nathan, who can be a referee for them when they apply for other jobs.” Chris went on to say, “I am really impressed with how well they have worked as team members and taken on the responsibilities assigned to them. They have worked well as a team.” The student’s enjoyment of their new-found skills is clear, from the quality finish of the sleepout. Fuatau and Morehu have done so well that Habitat for Humanity would like a further ten sleep-outs built.
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School Taniwha Sculptured by Students
Above: Student, Michael Walters gets up close with the police dog handling team.
Panerua, the three headed taniwha gifted to Fraser High School by Princess Te Puea, can be seen on the school’s crest and proudly worn on uniforms. In late 2013, Fraser students and technology teacher, Reo Iti, began a sculpture of the taniwha using recycled materials such as nuts, bolts and car parts. It was completed approximately 10 months later, although work was not carried out during the holiday breaks. It has been proudly positioned outside the school’s Technology block and faces the art classrooms. A dawn karakia by Paora McGrath affirmed Panerua’s significance to the school. The following students were involved with the creation of the sculpture; Sifa Eukaliti, Kayne Kohu, John Chalklen, Devante Watson, Tama Tapuina and Ethan Barris.
Wanted: any old photos and/or school records If any past pupils of Fraser High School, or Hamilton Technical College, have any school records, photos, magazines, uniforms or other memorabilia they
would be happy to lend to the school for copying, please contact the School Archivist, Angela Davison, at school on 07 847 9044, ext 745. The combined schools will be having their 100 year celebrations at Labour Weekend in 2020. If you are interested in joining a group of past pupils to help with forward planning, please contact Angela now!
Left: The title page from the school cookery book, used by students at Hamilton Technical College in the late 1930’s.
FRASER HIGH SCHOOL Te Kura Tuarua o Taniwharau
Learn with purpose Engage with Pride Act with Respect Dare to Succeed
SPORT AT FRASER IN GOOD HEART
Netballers compete well during Tournament Week First Time Competing in Snow for The Fraser Premier Netball Team headed off to the Upper North Island Netball Tournament on Sunday 31 August. The week leading up was beautifully fine and we were hoping this would continue, alas the forecast was for rain, rain, rain. Monday was stormy and the girls battled through this to win their first two games, beating Ruawai and Kingsway schools convincingly and qualifying for the top 16, out of 32 teams. Tuesday and Wednesday we faced tougher competition
although the weather cleared and the sun came out. We wanted to win both games to put us on good footing to qualify for the top eight. Unfortunately, we were unable to get there and were knocked out by some classy teams who ended up making the top four at the Tournament, with Tai Wananga, a local school beating us to qualify, and Bay of Islands College, the eventual runners up for our grade. We also had narrow losses to Manurewa and Rodney High School. Thursday and Friday were much better days with our girls coming out on top with four wins from four games. They finished the week beating Tuakau C o l l e g e , Dargaville College, Nga Taiatea and Rotorua Lakes, The Fraser High School Premier Netball Team to finish top of
our section and 9th place overall. Although we were disappointed not to make the top four, we were proud of our players and the way they dug deep to win the last few games of the Tournament. Overall we had six wins and four losses, and with a young team we are excited to see what they might do in years to come. The highlight of the Tournament was having our Captain, and stand out player, Vainiu Milo, named in the Tournament team – one of only 12 players selected from 32 teams. Congratulations Vainiu, you deserve it. Finally, we just want to say a huge THANK YOU to our sponsors, Steve and Tanya Milo at Vehicle Imports Direct. Without your support our players could not have attended this tournament. We are extremely grateful.
Good Participation In Hockey By Students This year hockey participation has increased greatly at Fraser and so has the quality of hockey played. This was evident when it came to the Secondary School Girls 1st XI Tournament. The week was spent at Pukekohe playing teams from all around the country. While the week started slowly, it was not helped by terrible weather. We picked it up the next day, playing the best game of the season, which then led to further successes during the week. We played hard throughout the competition and developed our skills and character over the Tournament, growing closer as a team. The atmosphere of the Tournament was positive and friendly with great sportsmanship traded between teams. We lost three games and won three games, not reaching our goal of being in the top 10, but coming a respectable 11th out of 16 teams. A huge thanks to Miss Mulcahy, who was a positive influence through the first half of the week and also to the parents who provided transport and support.
2015 Fraser High School Enrolments Application forms and information packs can be picked up from the school reception. Once completed, an interview with a Deputy Principal finishes the process.
Fraser Students
On Friday 29 August, Fraser had three students entered into the Waikato Secondary School Ski/Snowboard Competition, at Turoa Ski field on Mt Ruapehu. This was the first time Fraser had entered this competition and the first time the three of us had entered a Ski/Snowboard Competition. At 7.45am all competitors met downstairs in the Alpine Cafe to collect race bibs, instructions and to meet the Fraser snowboarder, Thomas Clark Around 8.30am they opened Course Assistants. the chairlifts, and we went up to There were two events: the Giant Slalom - 2 runs down Little the top of the mountain and skied Bowl while skiing/boarding across to Little Bowl. We were around flags, and the Slope Style told that we were allowed to ski next to the course but not on it. - freestyle tricks in Terrain Park. At 9:45am the competition started. My brother Jack and I both had good first runs and nearly everyone’s second run was slower due to conditions. My brother Thomas was the 2nd snowboarder to go down and he had two runs. There were 110 students in the competition from 13 different schools. There are no age groups for this competition. It was a good event and it would be good to see more Fraser students compete next year. – Gemma Clark Fraser skier, Gemma Clark
Outstanding Year for Fraser High School Football Teams
A massive thank you to Mr Tan and Shaun Mackie, for coaching us throughout the season and for their contribution to the team’s progress. The team would not have done so well without their much-appreciated guidance. We’re looking forward to next year. Although it won’t be quite the same with the departure of some individuals.
Successful Tournament for Fraser’s Basketball Academy Teams
This year we have seen the rebirth of football at Fraser High. Our Senior Boys 1st XI had an outstanding year. With six wins and four draws the boys had an unbeaten season. The boys’ hard work and determination in training and on game day, made them a pleasure to coach, with Mr O’Hara emphasising how much the team had shown the school’s ethos of LEAD.
Our Senior Girls 1st XI also went through the season undefeated and deservedly finished top of their division. The majority of the team consists of Years 9, 10 and 11 students. The foundation has been set for this team to achieve even greater things in the years ahead. A successful tournament in Papamoa recently resulted in an overall placing of 15th, where the team faced, and defeated, teams of a higher regional ranking. Overall we can be really proud of the efforts of both teams and hope to see football re-establish itself as a popular sport for the students of Fraser High. – Gordon Sim, Manager
The Junior Boys’ played in the Zone 1 & 2 Regional Tournament held in Tauranga recently. They finished with a record of five wins and a loss. Their loss came in the Division 2 final against Western Springs College, 70 - 61. Our team was coached by senior students, Tamamoko Green and Hyrum Harris. The boys won most games by an average of 40 plus points. Next year will see the Junior Boys’ compete in the very strong Division 1 competition. The Senior Boys’ and Girls’ competed in the Regional Tournament at Tauranga, the top six teams qualifying for the National Secondary Schools Tournament being held in October in Palmerston North. Both teams qualified, with the Boys winning the Regionals and the Girls finishing second. Both teams are looking forward to a challenging National Tournament with high hopes of top finishes. The Senior Boys’ won all their games by more than 25 points, defeating St Johns, 91 – 56 in the final. The Senior Girls’ lost their final by 2 against across-town rivals, Hamilton Girls, 65 – 63. Western Community News - October 2014 9
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! Community information available, photocopying and printing services, free public computer to use and a landline phone to make free local calls. 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. Western Stars Holiday Programmes We have another great 2 weeks planned for the next School holidays. The programme starts at 8am and to 5.30pm. 1st week is based at Fraser High School and the 2nd week is based at our centre. Cost per week is $125 or $25 per day. Winz subsidies may be available, Enrol at the centre or online at our website. Western Stars Sports Programmes Fun casual sport for children of all ages, Wednesday at Crawshaw Park, Friday at Elliott Park, 4pm – 5pm, just turn up and look out for the flags. Held during school term, (not held if it’s raining) for more info contact Nathan 8474873 ex 5. Western Boarders – Mondays We’re opening up the Centre for an afternoon and evening for some 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! Bring some nibbles if you like, or we’ll have some plus drinks, coffee and tea etc. Mostly younger players from 4-6PM and open to
everyone after 6pm though if you need to come early that’s no worries as well. In Association with Waikato Boardgamers & The Western Community Centre 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. $20 Meat Packs Available at the Meat Company – Grandview Shopping Centre, just ask for the “Community Centre Pack” 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 mobility, flexibility and balance. Maureen Leong is the primary tutor. 10.30am-11.30am 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 counselling, social work and family support, information, one on one assistance. Contact Margaret on 847-4873 ext. 3 for an appointment. Plunket Outreach Clinic Hamilton West Plunket nurse Lisa Martin runs weekly clinics at our Centre every Wednesday. Appointments can be made through Richmond Street Plunket on 839 3982. Western Wheel Learner Licence Course Next course will be held in 9th - 12th December, Course cost is $20 plus $96.10 for the Test Licence Fee. To enrol or for more info contact Aileen 8474873 ex 1, aileen@wccham.org.nz Boom Boxing A combination of intense sweat and boxing fun, mixed with music. Wednesdays youth class 5pm, adults 6pm 7:30pm (general). Adults 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 021126-8119 OR Facebook focus24seven 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. Floral Lessons with Elsie Moorman Contemporary Floral work for the home and gifts. Learn from an experienced Tutor, NZFAS Teacher and Judge. Enquiries to Elsie Phone 07 855 6439. Mondays 10 am- 12 noon. 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. Senior Luncheons and Bus Trips Luncheon takes place 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. Bus trips take place throughout the year to a number of destinations; contact the centre to find out about our next one.
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 Meeting Time: Friday 10am – 12:30pm Donation per session is 50c per child
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. (We are not able to cater for functions with Alcohol) Our Little Wish List The centre is on the look out for donations of fruit, children’s dress up clothes, clothes and blankets for dolls, wool, Lego, coffee mugs, kitchen utensils, pens, stationery items, scrap paper. If you can help, feel free to drop off to our centre at 46 Hyde Ave. thanks Swarm Collection and wasp removal contact Geoffrey 021 144 34 94
“One O Eight Grandview” Our Centre at 108 Grandview Road West Hamilton Healing Rooms Weaving Classes Create a beautiful Taonga for your Whānau. The class will focus on creating a Wahakura, which will enable your precious child to have a valuable and safe sleeping environment. Classes this term take place Monday and Thursday 6pm - 9pm at our centre at 108 Grandview Road and cost for the term is just $30. For more info contact Whaea Betty 027 689 9779 or our centre. Little Stars Playgroup Every Tuesday from 9.30am- 11.30am bring the children along for a morning of fun! contact the Western Community Centre 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.
Located at Northwest Baptist Church 95 Rotokauri Road, Nawton Contact 850 6313 westhamhr@gmail.com Are you sick of being sick? Why not try us. Jesus still heals today, sometimes instantly, sometimes progressively. Testimonies available of others God healed. No charge, no appointment required Open 1st Mon of each month 7.00 – 9.00pm And 2nd & 4th Wed 10.30am – 12.30pm Closed on public holidays
Volleyball in West Hamilton
Social, School, Club & beach volleyball - all played in the west. Contact Dave Macpherson on 021-477 388, or volleyballwaikato@xtra.co.nz
Nawton School Mainstream & Reorua School Production All go at good news centre The Nawton School hall has been filled with music lately make up and groovy dance moves. Kia ora koutou!
as the Mainstream and Reorua senior school practiced and performed this year’s production ‘Music Evolution Through the Decades’. Their performance took you on a musical journey from the 1940’s to today with four classrooms each performing two out of the last eight decades. The whole process of researching and putting this performance together has brought the senior school a new appreciation of how music has evolved over the years as well as taught them new dance styles that took their parents and grandparents back to their youth. They have learned that with perseverance and hard work that they can put together a performance that could be enjoyed by all. Huge thanks goes out to all performers who used their Nawton Values so well throughout the process, and for taking a journey to the past in order to put on such great performances. Thank you also to the senior school teachers Mrs Jane Tait, Whaea Leah Thompson, Whaea Melisa Chase and Matua Hone Waudby for their hard work and support. And where would we be without the support of the many parents who volunteered their time to help with costumes,
Profiling the community
Hamilton City Council’s Community Development Unit has extended its Community Profile Survey into October. The survey was launched earlier this year, and aims to gauge the needs of Hamilton’s communities to inform the work done by Council’s team of Community Advisors. Jennifer Murray, Council’s Community Well-Being Manager, says that although the response rate to the survey has been good, a broader geographical spread of responses is required. “In analysing the data, we’ve discovered some parts of the city are under-represented. It’s the residents in the communities of Fairfield, Enderley, Bader and Crawshaw we most want to hear from,” Ms Murray says. The survey covers a broad range of topics, including the number of people in your household, safety in public places, public transport, physical and emotional health, standard of living and smoking. “These are important topics for us, and once we’ve looked over the results, we’ll know where to put Community Development resources,” Ms Murray says. A link to the survey can be found at www.hamilton.govt. nz/communitysurvey
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FREE - Legal Education Seminars Western Community Centre 46 Hyde Ave, Nawton Neighbour Issues, Disputes & Tenancy Tribunals 3 November (Monday) 9.30 am – 12.30 pm This will cover common neighbourhood issues such as fencing and trees between neighbours, what to do if you have a dispute, and about applying to the Disputes or Tenancy Tribunal. This seminar will be delivered by Charles Gower – Disputes Tribunal Referee from the Hamilton Court.
Wills & Enduring Power of Attorney 10 November (Monday) 10am – 12 noon This will cover the protection and management of our assets and our personal wellbeing. We will look at the tools you need for protection including Enduring Power of Attorney, Wills, Welfare and Property Orders ______________________________________________
To Register call: Community Law Waikato on 07 8390770 Or Western Community Centre on 07 847 4873 Or e-mail toni@clwaikato.org.nz
All welcome to attend – Notes will be provided.
It’s all go at the brand-new Good News Community Centre on the corner of Dominion Rd and Breckon’s Avenue, Nawton. Check out these activities for yourself, your whanau and friends, and phone the Centre on 850 5020 if you need more information. The ever-popular Community Games and Meal, on Sunday afternoons from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm, offers whanau – children, young people and adults – games, lots of fun, Bible-study, kai, and an ice-cream to go home on. A koha in the box helps cover it. The Good News playgroup on Tuesday mornings is a fun time for Mums with young children to play, learn and grow together. Cost is only $2 a session, including songs, stories and learning activities. St Marks After School Club happens every Tuesday in term time from 3.00 pm to 4.30 pm, with games, laughter and teaching the children about God’s Amazing Word. Newcomers welcome. A Friends’ and Neighbours’ Group meets on Wednesday mornings during term time from 10.30 am to 12.00 pm. This is a drop-in time for local people, with games, crafts, a cuppa and chat. A gold coin donation please. On Friday nights in term time St Mark’s Youth Group meets. This is for 11-18 year olds (Years 7-13) from the local area, with sports, challenges, discussions, food and a good time. Contact Joel, 021 297 3119. Primary School children’s Breakfast Club starts next Term. This will be from 8.00 am to 8.30 am on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. More is in the pipeline, maybe a Homework Club, health and fitness sessions for women, Maori culture and language classes and more. Watch this space!
Council Comment At Life Community Services we run the Incredible Years Parenting Programme. This is an evidence based parenting course that is practical and empowering for parents, caregivers and whanau. We also run programmes for children and youth, but that’s another article… let’s focus on the FREE parenting programmes on provide. We offer this course for the following targeted age groups: 1-3 years (Toddlers), 3-8 years (the middle years) and 6-12 years (middle/intermediate years). The course uses a pyramid a bit like the food pyramid, in that the parenting tools we want to use the most of are at the bottom of the pyramid and the rest of the tools sit on this firm foundation. Depending on the age group, the courses cover topics such as: how to build healthy and balanced relationships with your children, developing strong bonds and attachments, how to coach them through their emotions, distracting and re-directing younger children, helping your child learn social skills and do well academically, using sticker charts and other rewards to motivate children towards more positive behaviours, setting and sticking to limits (such as house rules), using time out effectively (even when they refuse to go/stay) and teaching children how to solve problems. The courses run for between 12-14 weeks and each 2.5 hour session is packed full of practical tools and strategies that really work for parents. Each session is centred around the topic for the day and this topic is explored
through dvd clips of families interacting, discussions, brainstorms, role plays and home activities. An excellent book is given out as part of the course and parents can also have 1-on-1 coaching sessions with facilitators to help them with tricky topics. Also, the facilitators can visit and support you and your children in your home, like your own personal Supernanny! Life Community Services run these programmes during the day and also in the evenings. The courses are fun, practical and free. The facilitators are experienced, well qualified and non-judgmental. We receive referrals from all over the Waikato but families can self refer, simply by ringing us on 07 847 2585 or by emailing us at info@lifecommunityservices.org.nz
Central City Safety Plan You may have heard that Council is working on the implementation of a central city safety plan. Too often I hear from people that they do not feel safe in the central city area as they are harassed by people asking for money, some people are sleeping on seats or benches or in doorways and people have to step over them to go about their business, the language of some of these persons is totally unacceptable, so it is time that we reclaimed our streets. Enough is enough Council, along with other agencies within the City, have created the Central City Safety Plan which will provide support and help to those persons who are making our central City not a nice place to be. We have a number of agencies within this City and if we can all work together we can make our central city a safe an pleasant place to be, not one group can do it on its own this is why we need a combined effort and the support of the community.
Congratulations to Tim MacIndoe on his re-election as Hamilton West MP
32 Years in business in the West Hello to Everyone who gets the Western Community Newspaper, please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Chris Maru and I am the owner and operator of Clarksun Automotive Ltd. I have been in the Automotive trade now as a Mechanic for over 32 years with wide experience in the vehicle repair industry. This is my second automotive repair business, having sold my last one back in 2009 after 10 years in operation enjoying a well-deserved rest and some travel overseas. My main concentration for this business is to go back to basics and get some good old fashion honesty and service back into the industry, which in some cases needs serious attention. At Clarksun Automotive we cater for all repairs on all
By City Councillor Leo Tooman
makes and models and give superior service, workmanship and back up. We stand by our work if anything should ever happen with whatever repair we have done at no charge. We are situated next door to VTNZ on Lincoln St and have organised VTNZ to do our WOF checks as we feel that a separate Warrant of Fitness Testing Authority who have a professional approach to safety keeps our industry honest and transparent by separating the mechanics from the testers. Leave your vehicle in the care of Clarksun Automotive as we do everything under the same roof including tyres and wheel alignments using the latest 3D alignment setup. We have batteries for most makes and models and can test your vehicle for those tricky electronic faults with our comprehensive diagnostic equipment.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those customers who have come to Clarksun Automotive in our short time in business all who have left happy in our approach and workmanship. Ring us on 078478312 today and start a relationship for your important transportation service and repair needs. Good things last a lifetime. Chris Maru, Clarksun Automotive Ltd, 24 Lincoln Street
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THANK YOU HAMILTON WEST! “I am honoured to have been re-elected to serve you in Parliament for a further term. I’ll do my best for the electorate and our great city over the next three years.”
TIM MACINDOE MP FOR HAMILTON WEST Authorised by T Macindoe, 5 King St, Frankton, Hamilton
Funded by the Campaign to re-elect Tim Macindoe, MP for Hamilton West • www.national.org.nz
Gardening & Horticulture Course starts in Nawton
If you love the outdoors and enjoy working with plants or animals then you may be interested in an exciting new course due to start in October, at the Western Community Centre in Hamilton. This FREE 12 week course, offered by Agriculture New Zealand, will help you to gain knowledge and practical skills and achieve a National Certificate in Primary Sector Level 1. Credits gained may also contribute towards NCEA Level 1 or 2. The horticulture course focuses on plant propagation (how to grow plants from seed and cuttings) , growing your own food, planting and maintaining gardens, growing trees and care of tools and equipment.
For three days per week students will participate in a mix of classroom tutorials, practical work or field trips. The remaining two days involve a combination of self-directed learning and workplace training, either at a local community garden or in other community garden projects. Achieving this qualification combined with a positive attitude could lead you into a career in horticulture, or into further education and training. For more information or to register your interest contact Agriculture New Zealand on 0800 475 455, or fill in a registration form at the Western Community Centre
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