Wednesday September 4, 2024
By Frank Neill
Wainuiomata Intermediate School’s T tara Netball team is the Hutt Valley A grade intermediate champion. T tara claimed the title when they defeated Maidstone Intermediate 21-20 in the final. This saw them end the Hutt Valley competition unbeaten.
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The champion Wainuiomata Intermediate School’s Tōtara Netball team,
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The team will be looking to emulate this feat when they compete in the Zespri AIMS Games in Tauranga from 9 to 17 September.
The AIMS Games brings together 11, 12 and 13 year olds from around New Zealand in a vaiety of sports. T tara will be the first Netball team from Wainuiomata Intermediate School to compete in the AIMS Games.
The 10 members of the victorious T tara team are Athena Papali’i, Jackson McLeod, Jacqui McCarthy, Jordin Savaii’naea, Layla Lealva’a, Nathan Little, Riley Tufui, Scarlett MulhollandMorrison, Sophie Black and Talina McLeod-Venu.
The team is coached by Bailee Potangaroa and Mereana Brown and the manager is Daisy Mulholland. T tara team is mostly a new team as only one member was in the top team last year.
“We have loved our 2024 season so far and are proud of our achievements,” the team says in a report they put together following their nailbiting victory in the Hutt Valley final. When finals day arrived Walter Nash stadium was packed, the team’s report says.
“There were so many people, speakers playing loud music, banners with our school name on them and all the stands around the main court filled with people.
“We got on the court to start warming up. We knew this was the most important game of our season.
“Our warm up was sharp and strong, our supporters were bringing the energy for us while we were warming up. We were getting so excited.
“The nerves were starting to kick in as the whistle went to start the game. “The game was even throughout. We would get a small lead but then Maidstone would catch back up.
“It was within two goals for the majority of the game.
“It was so nerve racking every time someone intercepted or got
a goal in, as all the supporters cheered very loud. But for those of us on the court it was silent as everyone was feeling edgy.
“Everyone in T tara took the court as Whaea Bailee and Whaea Mereana like us to share the load.
“The game was getting tense. It was the last quarter, the score was tight and the possession of the ball kept going back and forth.
“Athena got an intercept and we held possession and our one goal lead.
“The final whistle went and we
knew we had won.
“The stand behind our bench was filled with our wh nau, kaiako and friends. They stood up and erupted with cheering.
“We ran to Whaea Mereana with huge smiles. Whaea Bailee ran over and celebrated with us.
“What was special was this match opened for Whaea Bailee’s team Ulalei Aute which then went on to win their premier 1 final too.
“It was a good day for Wainuiomata Netball,” the team’s report says.
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Bunnings - Clever Living.Co have developed a selection of pre-designed homes ranging from two to four bedrooms and 60m2 to 107m2.
These turn-key solutions are an economical and environmentally friendly way to build, incorporating H1 standards of insulation and thermally broken windows, and smart technology for remote activation of lighting and appliances. They are stylish and modern with a size and design to suit you and your budget and include premium fixtures throughout your bathroom, kitchen and laundry. Whether you want a compact or familysize home, you can choose from a range of highquality options with spacious, open-plan living and balanced indoor/outdoor flow.
Bunnings buying power and nationwide logistic network supports the Clever Living.Co home solution, using local builders to deliver your home.
The Multi Proof certification, pre-approved by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, aligns with nationwide building codes. While building consent from a local authority is still
required, the Multi Proofing should reduce consent processing time.
The HRM team believe building a home for a client is a significant responsibility and huge privilege. They are experienced local builders making them an ideal partner to deliver the Clever Living.Co new home solutions across the greater Wellington region. HRM Developments Limited are licensed New Zealand Building Practitioners and New Zealand Certified Builders, delivering work to the highest standard and the client is assured a 10-year guarantee of quality workmanship.
Show Home grand opening will be held on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th September, from 10am to 3:00pm at 67 Moohan Street (Lot 2), Wainuiomata. Come and enjoy a Sausage Sizzle and view your potential new home.
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We look forward to seeing you!
By Frank Neill
The inaugural Wainui Connections Business Breakfast was “absolutely fantastic”, Love Wainuiomata’s Co-ordinator Chastity Card says.
“I’ve got lots of people emailing back saying they can’t wait until the next one.”
The business breakfasts will be held quarterly following the success of the first event.
More than 90 people attended the breakfast, held on 29 August at the Wainuiomata Community Hub.
The attendees included Cushla Tangaere-Manuel, the MP for Ikaroa-R whiti, and Wainuiomata Ward Councillor Keri Brown as well as staff from Hutt South MP
Chris Bishop’s office.
In addition there were 20 apologies, including one from Hutt South-based Labour MP Ginny Andersen.
The keynote speakers were Chris Wilkinson and Ray Nicholson from First Retail Group.
They spoke about Wainuiomata, its retail spaces and what is unique to Wainuiomata.
The Wainui Connections Business Breakfast was organised by Love Wainuiomata in collaboration with Volunteer Hutt and The Hub, “so it was a joint effort to bring this event to life,” Chastity says.
The Hub set up the venue and packed it down, as well as providing free tea and coffee.
Volunteer Hutt provided the icebreakers at
the breakfast.
One of the icebreakers saw everyone given post its, so they could provide answers to who they would like to hear from next, what are the challenges they are facing in their local businesses and how many people they collaborate with within Wainuiomata.
“We got some good insights so we can tailor the next event, which is fantastic,” Chastity says.
“Wainui Connections” was set up to help business owners and entrepreneurs in the valley to build professional networks that will help Wainuiomata thrive.
Its aim is to “foster a sense of community and contribute to the sustainable growth and propserity of Wainuiomata businesses as a whole,” Chastity says.
By Frank Neill
School students who cycle will be tackling the toughest hill climb of the season, the Wainuiomata Hill Gravity Grinder, from 9:30am to 10:30am on Sunday 8 September.
After gathering at the carpark on Gracefield Road, outside Callaghan Innovation, the cyclists will ride
up the cycle path to the top of the Wainuiomata hill in the shortest time possible.
They will set off in intervals of 30 seconds or one minute from outside the GNS Science complex.
The fastest boy and girl will each have their names engraved on the Hill Climb trophy.
In addition riders can earn points
for their school to go towards the inter-school points trophies. There will be trophies for years 7 and 8, under 16 and under 20.
Riders can register for the event at www.pnp.org.nz/events/wsc-hillclimb-gravity-grinder-3/form.
The event is organised by the Port Nicholson Poneke Cycling Club (PNP).
Football will be the feature at a Wainuiomata event that will be part of the 2024 Wellington Heritage Festival.
The Heritage Football Tournament will be held on 26 and 27 October at Frederick Wise Park.
The tournament is for masters teams in grades over 35 and over 45.
There will be 48 teams divided into divisions, playing round robin matches to reach the finals.
The teams will be playing in retro kits from the 1960s, 70s and 80s.
The tournament is being held to celebrate Wellington Region’s footballing history while fostering a fun and competitive environment for participants.
Teams can book for the tournament at https://wellingtonheritagefestival. co.nz/event/wellington-heritage-football-tournament/.
Clive’s Chemist, also known as “The Happy Chemist,” has completed a major interior refurbishment, transforming it into a future-focused pharmacy health hub.
Over the past three years, the pharmacy underwent extensive renovations, staff training, and system improvements to better serve the people of Wainuiomata.
Key changes include an expanded dispensary, three new consulting rooms, and a larger team, reducing wait times and creating a more relaxed experience for customers. A dedicated Services Pharmacist is now available to ensure patients can always be seen and often, right away.
Reflecting the commitment of owner Clive Cannons to ensure Wainuiomata residents receive the
healthcare they need, The Happy Chemist continues to expand its healthcare services. For vaccinations, warfarin INR testing, conjunctivitis, eczema, head lice, sore throat checks, impotence, smoking/vape nicotine replacement therapy and more, see the friendly pharmacists at The Happy Chemist.
Private consulting rooms provide space to discuss any health concerns discreetly, and a nurse is available one to two days per week. Pharmacists can assist and prescribe medications for many minor ailments so call 04 564 8618 or visit The Happy Chemist on Queen Street today.
Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. Email them to news@wsn.co.nz. Please note that your name must also be provided in e mails.
Dear Editor,
Regarding Peter Wells letter re dirt bike riders. I agree, enough is enough.
Just last week I saw some hooligan on his back wheel by McDonalds heading towards the Main Street. Somebody is going to get seriously hurt, the rider, an innocent party or both.
Near where I live is a cul de sac with an alleyway that connects to Upper Fitzherbert Road.
Unfortunately, the council
have made this wide enough for motorbikes to cut through and ride through our residential area.
All is needed is for decent barriers put in place that still enables pedestrians and cyclists to get past but not these annoying (and illegal) motorbikes. How hard is it?
Lastly in agreement with Peter, when is the time to take action? Right now before someone gets hurt. Too late after the fact.
Gary Keenan
Dear Editor,
I may be a bit late to comment on this subject but I can’t believe that councils, especially Hutt City Council, could agree to all these apartments being built
without parking.
On The Strand a lot of public parking is being used by tenants of Matai Park.
On Main Road a lot of tenants are parking on the road and this also applies to
Dear Editor,
The Hutt City Council’s response to C Morgan’s letter via Wainui News about the Burden Ave crematorium sounds like a fob off to me.
So they are saying that local residents and the ecosystem are disregarded because it is zoned General Business?
From what I have read of the Cremations Regulations Act “The Minister is empowered to direct the closure of a crematorium and can do so if the local authority within whose area the crematorium is situated requests closure and the Minister is satisfied that it is ‘expedient
in the interests of health or by reason of a change in the character of the locality’”.
The council and regional council are not powerless in this situation.
For the life of me I cannot understand how a crematorium in that location is good for anyone besides the people who are making money off it.
Does our community not get a say?
A crematorium in this location is unjust.
I walk my dog along this riverbank and have had many happy times at the river here with my children. This crematorium will taint the area and absolutely
Fitzherbert Road, where all the parking alongside Bryan Heath Park is taken up on the weekend when sports are played. I’m an unhappy ratepayer.
Jo Tyacke
“cause an adverse effect at or beyond the boundary of the site” (as noted by the Regional Council regulations).
Kilbirnie’s Harbour City Funeral Home has operated for 30 years and still receives a multitude of complaints.
Last year they were issued an infringement notice and $1,000 fine for “objectionable discharge to air”.
I can only imagine the way Sunset Cremations will operate their crematorium if their cowboy ways regarding lack of building consent are an example.
C’mon Wainui – stop the smoke stack!
Sally – frustrated Wainui resident
By Frank Neill
Well known local identity Linda Olsen is encouraging Wainuiomata people to attend the Hutt City Council meeting at 3pm on Friday 6 September to support the retention of a M ori Ward on the council.
The meeting will be held at the council chambers, 30 Laings Road, Lower Hutt.
One of the agenda items is a “decision to establish M ori wards at the 2025 elections.”
“We need all your support to retain our Lower Hutt (Te Awakairangi) M ori Ward,” Linda says in a “special message” for everyone in Wainuiomata.
“We are only eligible for one [M ori] seat, meaning one voice
on our City Council,” Linda says.
“This was sanctioned and unanimously approved by our City Council last year.
“The M ori Ward seat is not only for M oridom. It’s for us all no matter what culture or creed at the end of the day
“Whatever happens within our communities we are all in it together.
“Please come along and show your support this Friday,” Linda says.
At its meeting on 6 September the council will consider a recommendation of Mayor Campbell Barry that the council “agrees to reaffirm its decision of 21 November 2023 to establish a M ori ward in Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt.”
Another music concert will come to Wainuiomata’s Pioneer Church on Friday 27 September, starting at 7.30 pm.
After the huge success of the Shindig Irish Band's sell out performance held at the church recently, the Pioneer Church commttee is delighted to advise its followers that the very well known local band STARGAZER have agreed to do a one night only performance.
STARGAZER play sixties plus music so a very enjoyable night for all music lovers is guaranteed.
All money raised from this concert will be put towards the committee’s next big project – to repaint the exterior of the church.
It is now almost 10 years since the original restoration was completed and the committee needs to ensure that the 160-year-old heritage building is never again allowed to fall into neglect and disrepair.
Tickets are now on sale and can be obtained by ringing Andrea at 027 682 8771 or Anne at 027 454 3173, or www. wainuiomatapioneerchurch or by leaving a message on the Pioneer Church Facebook page and a committee member will contact
you.
“For $10 you will have a very entertaining night of great music followed by one of the enjoyable suppers provided after all our church functions,” the committee says.
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Working smoke alarms woke the occupants of a Hair Street house, allowing them to get out, when a fire broke out at 12:24am on 28 August.
The early warning of the fire also meant that firefighters extinguished a small fire with minimal damage.
Two appliances from the Wainuiomata Volunteer Fire Brigade attended the fire.
When they arrived they discovered smoke in the ceiling, along with a small amount of smouldering, the brigade’s Deputy Chief Fire Officer Ahron Eastall told the “ Wainuiomata News”.
“Luckily for the occupants they had been successfully evacuated due to the effetiveness of a working smoke alarm in the hallway, which alerted them to the fire,” Deputy CFO Eastall said.
When the brigade arrived at the
house “we sent one crew in with breathing apparatus and a high pressure hose reel, and also a thermal imaging camera to locate the fire.”
Once the small smouldering fire was located it was extinguished with minimal damage.
This fire highlighted the value of having working smoke alarms, Deputy CFO Eastall said.
As Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) says on its website
“you are four times more likely to survive a house fire if you have a working smoke alarm.”
It is important to regularly check smoke alarms.
People should ensure that the smoke alarms have batteries
fitted. Many people take the batteries out when they start beeping to signify they need replacing, and then do not replace the battery. It is important to replace the battery.
Once a month people should press
the button to sound the alarm. Every six months people should vacuum or dust their smoke alarms to help avoid false alarms, the FENZ website advises.
Every year people should replace the battery if they have a 9 voit battery alarm. They should also check the expiry date, usually located on the bottom or side of the alarm.
If they have expired or if there is no expiry date, the smoke alarms should be replaced. FENZ recommends replacing them with new long-life photoelectric smoke alarms.
Smoke alarms also need to be replaced every 10 years.
The Wainuiomata Volunteer Fire Briagde offers free smoke alarm safety visits. People can organise a free visit by telephoning the brigade on 04 564 8340, or by visiting fireandemergency.nz/home-fire-safety/ home-fire-safety-visits where they can book a visit.
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Saturday saw the final games for football teams across Wellington.
For Wainuiomata, there was only one senior team in action and it was the mens first team as they welcomed Masterton side Douglas Villa.
Douglas Villa were still in with a chance to win the league so they came out the blocks firing with two early goals.
Wainui were never able to get a foot hold in the game and sadly, it was not the way they wanted to end the season as Douglas Villa won the game 4-0.
It wasn't enough to see them win the league as Western Suburbs beat Brooklyn to secure the title.
All 16 of Wainui's junior sides were in action in the final weekend for junior football.
In an action packed Saturday two teams highlighted the schedule.
Firstly it was the under 13 Wainuiomata Phoenix side coached by Wainuiomata Club Legend Adam Smith.
They faced Western Suburbs Whero in the under 13 Regional Cup Final and walked away with the title as they won the game 1-0 at Richard Prouse in front of a healthy crowd who went out to cheer them on.
The final whistle sparked wild celebrations as the kids ran onto the
By Vaegaau Isaac
Lagi Moananu was awarded the Administrator of the Year at the recent Netball Hutt Valley Awards.
Lagi has been a member of Ulalei Wainuiomata Netball since it was established in 2004. Twenty years on she continues to be an integral member of Ulalei Wainuiomata Netball.
Her passion for netball and motivation to grow the game and increase participation is evident in the work she does in the club and in the community.
Her point of difference is the innovative ways she engages with the community and the club to grow the game. She is a charismatic leader that everyone wants to follow.
She is the coach for the Ulalei Suni (intermediate age team) that plays in the Netball Hutt Valley competition. She is also the manager for the Ulalei Ifilele team (intermediate/college age) which plays in the twilight season.
This year Ulalei Ifilele are fundraising to travel to the Cook Islands to play in the Netball in Paradise tournament in December. They will be playing under the name Tiare Maori to honour the Cook Island representation within the club and as an acknowledgement of the Cook Island hosts.
Lagi entered her young netball teams into tournaments across the region for the players to experience tournament netball, and most of all have fun.
This year she entered Ulalei Suni and Ulalei Ifilele in the King's Birthday, Matariki, Atiawa and Palmerston North tournaments.
She funds a lot of the costs for travel and accommodation to ensure every player can attend. Her generosity spreads to the club where this year she donated prizes to the
Club fundraisers.
She has encouraged and registered her young Suni players, as well as club players to learn to umpire and they have attended the Whistlers programme, a 10 week programme, which she also attended.
She was the lead in organising the club Whanaungatanga/Mafutaga day which brought all the Ulalei netball teams together in the pre-season, including all their wh nau, to set goals for the season and to meet and connect with each other, over fun games and kai.
This has been key in uniting the growing club where all the teams, their whanau and friends, have supported each other throughout the season, culminating in the Ulalei takeover of Walter Nash Stadium on Grand Final Day.
Lagi is currently working on implementing a netball skills programme for all Wainuiomata primary schools to teach the fundamentals of netball and grow the game in the community.
If that wasn't enough, Lagi still found time to play for Ulalei Moso’oi, umpire school netball and sit on the Ulalei 20th anniversary committee.
The committee have organised a number of events to celebrate 20 years of Ulalei Wainuiomata Netball including a quiz night, Fiafia night, a netball tournament bringing in the OGs to have a game, and launched merchandise to celebrate the club’s 20th anniversary. The club is extremely grateful to Lagi for her innovation, creativity, generosity and passion for the game of netball, for Ulalei Wainuiomata Netball club and the community.
She is a first class administrator and why she is the Netball Hutt Valley Administrator of the year 2024. Faamalo atu le tauivi Lagi Moananu.
field to embrace one another after ending a successful year in the best way possible.
Over in Porirua the under 15 Wainuiomata United side, coached by Wainui's power couple of Neil and Katrina Barclay, played against Western Suburbs in their regional shield final.
In a thrilling match that was fitting to be played in any final, the side just fell short as they sadly lost the game 3-2.
In a season that saw them promoted to the Regional League, it is still a season they can be extremely proud of.
The club thanks everyone who has supported and sponsored them this season, especially those who are Wainuiomata locals – Des Smith, Kemey Brothers, Dave Smith Motors, Clive’s Chemist, Seven Electrical, Design and Build Homes Ltd and the Wainuiomata News. Bring on 2025.
