with the Australian National Emergency medal. Thursday September 22, 2022 Phone: (04) 587 1660Sunday 9-12Today 10-13 Friday 10-13Saturday 9-13 honourBushfire National List MP based in Wellington WillisNicolaMP 04 817 9338 nicolawillis.co.nz NicolaWillisMP MITRE 10 CROFTON DOWNS Phone : 04 479 8765 128 Churchill Drive cs.croftondowns@mitre10.co.nz facebook.com/mitre10.croftondownswww.mitre10.co.nz/croftondowns Open Monday 26th 8.00am-6.00pm Saturday & Sunday 8.00am-6.00pm LONG WEEKEND PROJECTS SORTED Start Thursday 22nd September - Wednesday 28th September 2022.
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passion.“Ihave a very understanding wife who understands this is my passion.“Forme I want to continue to grow and grow others,” he says.
“It’s always an honour when you go over because you are representing New Zealand but it’s also a chance to learn new skills and test yourself,” he says.
“I got a chance to learn back burning while I was over there which I haven’t done in New Zealand.“Itwas an ever-changing environment and that’s why the fires keptAndrewburning.says a regular shift would be five days on, one off with each day lasting anywhere from 12 to 16 hours.
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Continued from page 1. Andrew says the chance to fight the Australian Bushfires was an enticing one.
Andrew says he would do it again “in a heartbeat”.
Andrew Knox was part of the New Zealand Rural Deployment during the devastating Australian bushfires in early 2020.
“It’s a great experience and it’s something as a firefighter in New Zealand, we don’t see, so going
through that learning process is great.“We are well trained in New Zealand but when you’re flying over there to fight these fires, you try not to overthink it,” Andrew says.He says he gives his wife credit for allowing him to chase his
“Not everyone gets to Australia but I try to get people over there where I can.”
“You just, eat sleep and work “There’s a lot of camaraderie, we stay in motels together and we just got on with it.”
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“The size of the fires were nothing we’ve seen in New Zealand,” he“Thesays.thing I’ll remember is the people and the communities who tried to help in whatever way they could.”Andrew says the chance to learn new skills is always appealing.
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The Event Centre is the product of years of hard work by a small group of determined, community volunteers. Two stalwarts, Wallace Simmers and Gary Parsons, have been involved since the facility was fi rst
But the fundraising environment for this type of project changed after the Kaikoura earthquakes, and efforts to raise the further funds proved very difficult. Since then there have been several twists and turns and in 2020 Wellington City Council agreed to fund the fit out with Footnote NZ Dance being the daytime tenant in the facility.Planning timeframes, covid delays and changes in construction industry conditions caused Footnote to recently re-evaluate their position, and
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“It’smooted.beena long haul, and taken us much longer than any of us dreamed. But I am thrilled that the funding is now secured for the building to be completed. It is a much needed Centre and will be a fantastic community facility”, saidTheWallace.KaroriEvent Centre replaces three community halls that were previously on the site at the corner of Karori Road and Campbell Street. Those halls had been demolished for various reasons. In 2007 the Karori Community Hall Trust was established to raise funds to build a replacement hall with Wallace as the founding chair.The Trust raised nearly $3m from the Karori community and various granting bodies. “We are grateful to everyone who has contributed to the project. That funding provided us the means to construct the building,” said Wally Simmers. By 2017 the Trust had enough funding to complete a weather tight shell. Some of that funding would have been lost if the build had not been started then. “It was a very deliberate
“We’re really looking forward to the facility being available for Community use. It will be a great venue not just for Karori, but also for the greater Wellington community”, says Heather Baldwin, Chair of the Karori Community Centre and Deputy Chair of the Trust.
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A decision by Council in late August confirmed the Event Centre will be fully utilised by the community and funding has been confi rmed to complete the required work.
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Once open, the Event Centre will be administered by the Karori Community Centre.
debt of gratitude for their vision and tenacity to make this Centre a reality. It’s a place that people for many generations to come will enjoy, thanks to them and all the people who made this happen”, says Heather. The Trust will gift the building to the Council, who will now manage the fitout. The Trust will continue to raise funds for equipment and to support the Event Centre. They are still accepting donations for sponsorship of the retractable seating block, theatre lighting and a sound system– go andcommunitygenerouslyforkcht.secretary@gmail.comtowww.karorieventcentre.co.nztomakeadonationoremail.Alldonationsareeligible30%taxrefund,sogiveandhelpgetourhallwellkittedoutopen.
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Wallace Simmers (Founding Chair of Karori Community Hall Trust), Heather Baldwin, Chair (Karori Community Centre and Deputy Chair of the Trust), Gary Parsons (Trustee and donor).
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“This project has been a labour of love for many people. But it wouldn’t have happened without Wally and Gary. Our community owes them a huge
As they say, good things take time. The Karori Event Centre, developed by the Karori Community Hall Trust since 2007, is expected to be completed inThe2023.Karori Event Centre recently got the green light for Council funding to complete its fit out.
and considered decision by the Trust, knowing we still had to raise further funds for the fit out. At the time, raising the extra funds looked totally doable”, says Gary Parsons long standing trustee and himself a significant donor to the project.
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Strong winds and showers did not deter a big crowd from attending Monday night’s local body elections Meet the Candidates event, organised by Karori Residents Association and Karori Rotary Club. Karori Baptist Church saw the largest crowd ever for such a recent event hear timed addresses and then questions
1953 Crowns, though never of particularly high value through the years, feature the Queen’s very first portrait as Sovereign. “These Crowns have soared in value in the last few days,” David Galt says.
David Galt of Karori is President of the Royal NZ Numismatic Society.
answered by both Wellington Mayoralty aspirants and Wharangi/Western Ward candidates. Picture shows Mayoral hopeful Donald Newtown McDonald making his speech flanked by MCs for the two-hour event, Andrea Skews of the Residents Association (left) and Douglas Langford from Karori Rotary.
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Along with coins there will be 95 medal lots and 100 banknote lots on offer. Total pre-sale estimates total $450,000 in coins, medals andMowbray’sbanknotes.International Stamp
President of the Royal New Zealand Numismatic Society, Karori resident David Galt says he is amazed at how interest in any Queen Elizabeth coinage has risen in the last ten days. ”It really has brought interest out of the woodwork, and we’ve had more enquiries than normal from everyday people, rather than collectors, who want coins that feature the late QueenDavidElizabeth.”Galtisalso Director of Coins, Banknotes and Medals for Mowbray’s International Coin Sale in Wellington this Friday: “obviously, catalogue prices were decided long before the passing of Her Majesty, so I am expecting estimates to go ‘out the window’ and higher prices to be paid for many of the coins associated with the Queen
1953 Crowns featured Queen Elizabeth’s first portrait.
during her record 70-year reign.”
The passing of Queen Elizabeth II has seen a huge surge in interest in coins bearing the Queen’s head.
Friday’s auction will begin at 12.30pm at West Plaza Hotel with live online bidding available, which will attract international bidders.
Sale on Saturday comprises over $700,000 of estimates and the company’s inaugural Sports Memorabilia Online Auction on Tuesday 29 November has already attracted international rugby items and memorabilia from Olympic and Commonwealth Games.
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Cashmere Home recreation team leader Linda Lankshear, Enliven chief executive Joe Asghar, general manager Nicola Turner, clinical director Joy Tlapi, and business operations manager Peter Newman celebrate Enliven’s success.
Enliven general manager Nicola Turner says she was surprised, but very excited, to see Enliven win two awards. She says Enliven’s commitment to staff succession planning, which has seen many graduate nurses progress into senior positions, was recognised by the awards.
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Enliven’s commitment to its staff and residents has been recognised with two awards at the prestigious New Zealand Aged Care Association Excellence in Care Awards.
Another Enliven Central initiative to make it to the finals of the awards was Cashmere Home’s garden to plate programme which sees residents at the Johnsonville home involved from grow-
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Enliven, the organisation behind Huntleigh Home in Karori and Cashmere Home in Johnsonville, won awards for Overall Excellence in Aged Care and Training and Staff
Joy says programmes like this make a difference in the residents’ lives and wellbeing, and are a part of Enliven’s philosophy of care, which is based on the internationally recognised Eden Alternative.
EnlivenDevelopment.clinicaldirector Joy Tlapi says it felt good to get some external recognition of the excellent work Enliven is doing, particularly in staff development.“Thechallenges with recruitment of staff, especially nurses, are very apparent across the aged care sector, but at Enliven we take pride in taking the time to invest in our people and bring out the best in them, so they feel good about themselves and deliver the best care to our residents.”
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Churton Park School students got amongst efforts to clean up their neighbourhood over the weekend. Photo: Maree Goodall.
“All three hubs walked around our community to clean up the streets
“We’re grateful to the more than 1800 people in the community, representing individuals, businesses, and groups, who provided feedback on the plans.
Plans to make Wellington a place where it is easier and safer to get places in low carbon ways are another step closer with bus and bike improvements that will complete the Newtown to city route approved, last week.
Saturday marked the start of World Clean Up Week and so the Churton Park Community Association (CPCA) had reached out to local schools and the wider community to see what small groups of volunteers couldBriando.Sheppard, CPCA President,
“Armed with rubbish bags and a lot of exuberance, they headed off on Thursday. Koru Hub (year 1-2) collected rubbish from around our school and several surrounding streets.“Ourolder tamariki headed further afield, with Harakeke Hub (year 2-4) heading to the near-side boundary of Churton Park Reserve, and utukawa Hub (year 5-6) covering the full expanse of the reserve.
said:“It’s surprising how much casuallydropped litter builds up, even in a tidyThesuburb.schools were enthusiastic and so organised activities as part of their school week. On 17 September, other volunteers took their rubbish sacks to the Lakewood and Churton Park Reserves, and the shopping area and medical centre car parks.
These energetic youngsters and just a few adults made a big difference and set a good example of what can be done with a little effort to keep Churton Park beautiful.
a new signalised diagonal bike crossing from Cambridge Terrace to Kent Terrace at the Courtenay Place intersection.
“Between them all, they filled multiple rubbish bags and were happy to contribute to the Churton Park community clean-up effort.”
Once the interim improvements are installed, we’ll be asking for feedback on how things are working and adjust if necessary.
“The mix of views and local knowledge has helped to shape these interim changes. Along with the insights we’ll gain from having these interim improvements completed, the feedback will help ensure the route is the best it can be until permanent changes are made by Let’s Get Wellington Moving.”
Wellington City Council’s oro ua Planning and Environment Committee gave the go ahead to quicker and more reliable bus trips and safer biking between Wellington Hospital and the waterfront. The committee made the decision after considering recent community feedback. The feedback showed 69 percent of respondents supported or strongly supported proposed interim bus and bike improvements on Riddiford Street, Adelaide Road and Cambridge and Kent terraces. Yesterday’s decision means the Council will install:24/7 bus lanes along Adelaide Road (both directions)extended hours for bus lanes on Kent Terrace and Cambridge Terrace (7am–9am and 4pm–6pm on both streets, Monday to Friday) three more bus stop platforms like the ones already in place near the hospital separated bike lanes on both sides of Adelaide
and reserve areas.
The Council’s Chief Planning Officer, Liam Hodgetts, says “The committee’s decision yesterday reflects the commitments the Council has already made to lower emissions, improve bus journey times and reliability, and develop a safe, citywide bike network as quickly as possible.
At Amesbury School, Principal Urs Cunningham reports says the students enjoyed it.
More short-term time restrictions for some of the existing parking on side streets and relocated loading zones will help to mitigate the impact of parking removal along the route.
loading zones, and adding metered parking in the closed-off u-turn area near 59 Kent Terrace, on Kent and Cambridge.
Wellington City Council’s Pūroro Āmua Planning and Environment Committee gave the go ahead to quicker and more reliable bus trips and safer biking between Wellington Hospital and the waterfront.
In response to feedback received during the consultation, Councillors also agreed to a proposal for a separate traffic resolution that would extend the bus lane hours on Kent and Cambridge to 24/7. This would further improve bus travel times and reliability and be consistent with the bus lanes on Adelaide Road and Riddiford Street.
Installation of interim bus and bike improvements on the Newtown route temporarily stopped in May following a legal challenge. The Council reached an agreement with the group which had sought a judicial review. The agreement included a commitment to consult using the traditional traffic resolution process which has now happened.Depending on contractor availability, the installation work could resume from October and take several months.
“We were amazed at what we found.“Students could not believe how people could throw away glass bottles, ‘doggy do’ in plastic bags, chippy and chocolate bar wrappers, milk bottles, glass jars and remnants of paper recycling bins. They loved it so much that one asked ‘Can we do this again tomorrow?’.”
Year-5/6 Student Councillors braved the elements to clean up the streets around the school and in John Walker Park.
during and after the installation.
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Bus and bike improvements from Newtown to city will now go ahead
Councillors also passed a number of amendments for Council officers to report back on monitoring once the changes are installed, particularly the impact on local businesses; update Council on plans to educate bus stop users and how the bus stops are used; work with Let’s Get Wellington Moving to develop permanent upgrades as soon as practicable to eliminate the need for shared paths; continue to work with willing local businesses to understand what signs might direct customers to available parking; and with disability and walking groups
Maree Goodall, Deputy Principal of Churton Park School says that 10 Year-6 House Captains and 8
Each student received a badge, certificate and a sense of pride in doing service for our community.
a new signalised pedestrian crossing between the central median islands at the Vivian Street/ Cambridge Terrace intersection
turn from Cambridge Terrace into Pirie Street
Changes made to the original draft plans in response to community feedback include traffic signal, lane and parking changes near the Mein/Hall/Riddiford intersection, more pick-up and drop-off parking spaces near Newtown School, adjustments to some
Road and Riddiford Street, as far as Mein Street a two-way bike lane between the Basin Reserve and the waterfront via Cambridge Terrace and a short section of Kent Terrace closed u-turn areas on Kent and Cambridge terracesnoright
Economic data is being used to help monitor and evaluate the impact of the project on economic spend along the route.
home for a premium price, the smell in your property makes up a big part of the buyer’s emotional journey towards committing. As you live there all the time, ask someone who doesn’t visit your property often to see if they notice the smell. If it is there, look to clean the carpets, and upholstery in the property. If in very bad situations, an ozone machine (properly used by a professional) will also
fabrics over time, it is easier to keep on top of your pet’s hygiene than let it get worse. As a lover of many pets in our household, I totally understand the challenges and I wouldn’t have it any other way! They are part of the family and when you go to sell, the family pitches in to help present your home as best as possible.
Karori Lion and organiser Trevor Anders said that the main objective of the afternoon was to enthuse the younger generation about conservation.“Worldwide, with the warming climate, biodiversity loss, depletion of resources and
pollution, it’s becoming increasingly evident how important conservation is and it is the younger generation and the next generation who will bear the brunt of the challenges, and who will need to find the solutions.”
“As a start, we want to reinforce the message of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.”
The children were provided with refreshments, participated in a fun quiz and took an envelope home stuffed with useful information. A common observation was how nice it was that Lions had provided an opportunity for the various service groups to get together for a fun event doing useful work.
Hey Everyone! This week, I want to share with you some tips around looking after your home, in relation to pets. Most pets are pretty good, and personally I’d say most pets look after the house better than the average toddler or teenager – but sadly in our line of work, we do see some bad situations. Here are some ways to help protect the value of your home.
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Sunday afternoon in Karori saw some fine weather and an enthusiastic crowd of 70 adults and children at the Karori Lions CUP Event (“Clean Up and Plant”). Children, leaders and parents from Girl Guides Karori, and 1st Karori, Karori West and Northland Scouts heard about conservation and volunteering in Wellington from WCC Park Ranger Adam Groenewegen, before getting stuck in removing rubbish from the embankment along the west side of Appleton Park, then clearing an infestation of tradescantia and other weeds, and finally planting a variety of native plants.
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Before the work starts, the crowd listens to WCC Park Ranger Adam's talk on the successes of conservation and volunteering in Wellington.
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The Kapiti Women’s Triathlon, to be held on Sunday 26th February 2023, is the longest-running women’s-only event in NZ. This iconic contest began in 1983 with the aim of encouraging women and girls to get out and have a go, focusing on fun, fitness and health.
It remains an amazing ‘grass roots’ event for women, run by women with a low key fun and friendly approach where any woman can find a challenge to suit them.
“The Airport Express offers customers free Wi-Fi, USB chargers and luggage racks, making it a highly convenient, affordable and climate friendly way to get to the airport.”Withthe vast majority of Airport Express customers previously needing to access the airport by car, the bus service is becoming a major contributor to Greater Wellington’s goal of a 40 percent increase in public and active transport modes by 2030.
“This service is accessible and environmentally friendly and is serving both visitors and workers in and around the airport.
Local youth mentoring programme Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wellington is aiming to raise $5,000 in 15 days with its first ever Givealittle campaign being run between 15 and 29 September.
In February 2021, the band completed a week-long South Island tour, performing to more than 4000 fans of all ages. More recently, it has been present at numerous musical and ceremonial events in Wellington, including the national Anzac Day services and the late Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Service.
Almost 50,000 customers have caught Metlink’s Airport Express in its first two months of service, nearly 18,000 more than forecast.
“Being a fully-electric service in Wellington also reflects Transdev’s commitment to zero emission fleets around the globe.”
Airport bus proves popular
A retiree said they were, “Very grateful for the new service into airport. No more long wet and windy walks hauling luggage”.
Mr Chin said his team was focused on p roviding a great customer experience which was reflected in the positive feedback.
“For one hour, once a week our ‘Bigs’ and ‘Littles’ spend time together sharing hobbies and interests. By simply showing up each week and being themselves, our mentors provide encouragement, promote confidence and build self-belief in young people. For some of the children in our programme, the weekly interaction with their mentor may be the only time they are afforded the undivided attention of an adult.
Patronage figures show 25,613 passengers used the bus route in August, a 5.8 percent increase on July when 24,219 people took the Airport Express in its first month.
“BBBSmore.islike stepping stones to help equip Thomas Lee for life. By being in the mentoring programme, Thomas Lee is working toward being better prepared for life as he grows up.
The route was forecast to be used by 15,983 customers each month in its first year.
Grant Tregurtha, who mentors Thomas Lee O’Donovan Karangaroa, says: “When I started mentoring Thomas Lee, nearly 12 months ago, he was very quiet and a little shy. Since then, I have seen his confidence grow as well as his thirst for knowledge. He asks a variety of questions from how a building is built to how a person gets paid – things I haven’t thought of since my children were little.
The Air Force in Concert will be an afternoon of varied entertainment, featuring symphonic masterworks, jazz standards and musical theatre hits from across theVersatileages. musicians from the band will also perform as a jazz orchestra and a drum line. The concert will highlight local talent, including award-winning entertainer Ali Harper, vocalist Leading Aircraftman Matt Mulholland, and resident bagpiper Sergeant Murray Mansfield.Afterhaving to cancel the event for the past two years because of Covid-related restrictions, the band was looking forward to returning to the MFC stage to strut
One customer said, “The new bus is on time, warm, clean and gets me into town faster and cheaper than any other option”.
“Through quality training, we equip mentors with the ability to build resilience in young people and support positive relationships that are critical to childhood development.
“Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wellington recruits, trains and supports adult volunteer mentors across Hutt Valley and Wellington, matching them with children aged between six and 12 who are in need of a little extra support”, says Programme Manager Ashleigh Stallard.
The RNZAF Band play ‘Air Force in Concert’ at the Michael Fowler Centre in Wellington with conductor FLTLT David Gallaher
The Airport Express is operated by Transdev’s Mana Newlands Coaches. Mana Newlands Chief Executive Craig Chin said he was pleased customer demand was growing.
customer said they, “Had a really great driver on the Airport Express this morning, he was really helpful for all the people unfamiliar
Air Force band back in action
their stuff, said Director of Music Squadron Leader David Gallaher. “We’re delighted to be back performing for our home crowd after an extended hiatus from the Wellington concert scene. The band is sounding excellent, and we can’t wait to show our audience what a symphonic band can do,” heThesaid.RNZAF Band’s core duties include tasks such as welcoming visiting dignitaries at Government House and providing music for commemorations at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park.
with Wellington and took the time to make sure everyone got off in the right place and knew where to go. A great welcome to Wellington.”
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“Studies show that 98 percent of the youth Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors believe they now make better life choices as a result of the relationship with their“Wementor.needthe support of our community to keep our youth mentoring programme going in Wellington. Every dollar donated over the next two weeks will be invested straight
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The Royal New Zealand Air Force Band will take to the stage at Wellington’s Michael Fowler Centre with its annual showcase event, the Air Force in Concert, on Sunday 25 September.
Ten, fully electric Airport Express buses commenced service on 1 July, running between Wellington Railway Station and Wellington Airport approximately every 10 to 20 minutes, seven days a Metlinkweek. General Manager Samantha Gain said the patronage figures showed Greater Wellington made the right decision to establish the airport route.
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Patronage figures show 25,613 passengers used the bus route in August, a 5.8 percent increase on July when 24,219 people took the Airport Express in its first month.
vision has materialised into a popular, premium, high frequency service that Wellingtonians and visitors to the region are coming to rely on,” Ms Gain said.
“It’s great to see people catching the bus and liking the service and we’re proud that we’ve been able to provide more equitable airport transport,” Mr Chin said.
“Thomas Lee often asks me about topics his teachers have taught him, and we get to discuss these more in-depth or from a different angle.
“Thomas Lee forgets nothing. He will start a conversation by saying ‘you told me about something’, and then wants to know
Wellington youth mentoring programme Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wellington is aiming to raise $5,000 in 15 days with its first ever Givealittle campaign being run between 15 and 29 September.
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An action from the 2017 Play Spaces Policy stated the need to engage with the Wellington skate community to understand their needs and aspirations. As a result, in 2020 with the help of surveys, interviews and drop-in sessions.
On Monday 26 September the existing skate park will be closed and work will begin. This work will take 3–4 months to complete. During this period there will be disruption to the carpark and the cycleway and the skatepark will be a closed construction site.
On Monday 26 September the existing skate park will be closed and work will begin. This work will take 3–4 months to complete. During this period there will be disruption to the carpark and the cycleway and the skatepark will be a closed construction site. The nearest skate park to Tawa is Pukehuia Park in Newlands which has been recently upgraded.
The final plan has been developed using the feedback we received from Tawa community representatives as well as extensive input from key local skaters Kevin Francis and the Wellington Skateboarding Association.
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Tawa Skate Park will be upgraded in 2022 from an aging relic to a contemporary space which skaters of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels can enjoy.
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Due to increasing build costs, it was agreed to split the vision for the new skate park into two areas. The funded and approved stage one shown in the design concepts, and a proposed flat ground / beginners area in stage two. The design has been through multiple iterations and drew inspiration from a variety of existing facilities and skate spots around the world, including:Ramp and bank sections inspiration (loosely modelled on Vans Showdown Ledge/ManualPark) inspiration
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Wellington City Council will be communicating via their website and social media when the Tawa Skate Park will be completed and celebrating with an open day.
Will Jordan is the X-factor of the backline and I fear his talents are being wasted on the wing instead of his natural fullback position.
Matti Rawlins triumphed in the Cool Kids K in a time of 3:50 Rico Rawlins was fourth in the Cool Kids K in 4:30.
Jordie Barrett can’t be trusted with his goal kicking but Richie
All Black teams do not let teams come back from an 18 point deficit but this 2022 team is rewriting the rule book.
At 31-13 up in the 55th minute, the game should have been in the bag.Great All Blacks teams of the best decade blew teams off the park with their depth on the bench and fitness in the final 20 minutes ofPoorgames.defence, appalling execution of basic skills, constant ill disci-
pline and some downright panic saw this team wilt when closing out the final stages of the game.
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Jennie Alderton-Moss managed sixth in the half marathon, stopping the clock in 1:57:04.
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Linda Rawlins won the women’s 50-59 10km age-group race with a time of 1:03:59.
IngridRiver.Cree won the marathon in a time of 2:59:33.
Anneke Binkhorst finished 25th in a time of 2:44:53.
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Yes, they won 39-37, thanks to a Bernard Foley brain explosion and a correct but gutsy call from referee Mathieu Raynal who’d had enough of the Wallabies time-wasting but the outcome is where the positives end.The game didn’t flow - that’s what you get with a French referee coupled with injuries and yellow cards.
The All Blacks were not patient, they blew try-scoring chances and failed to adapt to the officiating.
I’m thrilled they won, but this team is not trending in the right direction.Hoskins Sotutu was lazy at No 8 and Scott Barrett proved he’s a lock not a loose forward.
Johnsonville batter Devan Vishvaka’s rise continues after he earned a Wellington contract for the upcoming domestic cricket season.With Finn Allen accepting a national contract with the departures of Trent Boult and Colin de Grandhomme, the 21-year-old has earned an opportunity through sheer weight of runs over the past three seasons.
On another great summery Wellington Sunday, the black-white-red singlets of Johnsonville’s Olympic Harriers joined lots of other locals walking and running along the Hutt
He has also been a key cog in Johnsonville’s back-to-back Pearce Cup two-day clubDevantitles.says it was a surreal moment finding out he had earned a contract.
Fortunate All Blacks continue Foster rollercoaster
Johnsonville batter Devan Vishvaka has received a Wellington cricket contract for the upcoming season.
“I’ve received a lot of congratulations and support from everyone which has beenDevangreat.”says
Anita Tan was fifth in the same event, clocking 3:55:07.
“Getting the opportunity late last season to play for Wellington was some of the best cricket I’ve been involved in.”
Devan has been studying in Auckland for parts of the last couple of seasons and has been flying down to Wellington to play for Johnsonville on the weekend.
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Vishvaka has excelled for the Wellington Men’s A squad this past summer scoring 367 and finishing the summer with back-toback three-day hundreds – in a three-wicket win over Northern Districts A, followed by a 172-run win over Central Districts A. His performances were rewarded with a first-class debut for the Wellington Firebirds against the Otago Volts, in Dunedin lastThemonth.young opener scored his maiden firstclass half-century in his first knock for the Firebirds and backed it up with his highest first-class score of 80 to help the Firebirds round out the 2021/22 summer with a win over Northern Districts.
“He’s just scored a ton of runs for us the past few seasons so you love to see that rewarded.“Devanhas a quiet confidence about his game and he doesn’t dwell on failure for long.“He backs his game and remains calm in key“He’ssituations.goneabove and beyond to continue to play for Johnsonville and equally we’ve shown that we, as a club, value him so this is a great outcome.”
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“I was very excited to hear about it and I’m overjoyed, as is my family.
after initially missing out on a contract in April, he just hoped for more opportunities with the Firebirds but this was the chance he was waiting for.
Take away the last 30 seconds and this All Blacks team took a step back in Bledisloe 1.
“It feels amazing, it was completely unexpected.
Foster praised his team’s ability to win at the death but admitted his team should have controlled the advantage they earned in the second half.
On a side note, Wallabies lock Darcy Swain should get a minimum six week ban for his callous attack on the legs of Quinn Tupaea which saw the All Blacks replacement hobble off.
Ele Brown was fourth in the same event with a time of 1:07:05.
Johnsonville’s Vishvaka earns Wellington contract
Johnsonville Olympic Harriers athletes were in the medals at the Hutt Marathon.
When Wayne Smith describes Jordan as one of the most elusive runners he’s seen, much like Christian Cullen, that carries weight forTheme.fans have been crying out for consistency from Ian Foster’s team and that noise will not have died down based on that performance
Johnsonville captain Raki Weerasundara says Devan deserves the opportunity.
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Devan says he believes he can be an opener in all three formats and tailor his aggressive, shot-making mindset into any match situation.
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