March23 Independent Herald

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Susan Wilson well remembers her teacher Sister Gemma at St Mary’s College Thorndon.

It was Sr Gemma who, she says, “pushed me and mentored me to develop my interest in speech and drama”.

She remembers Sr Eulalia too and while it might be going too far to say there’s almost fear (awe perhaps) her almost ferocious insistence on correct grammatical style is also remembered decades later.

In teacher training at the Kelburn campus, Sue developed her interest in theatre further. Membership of the college, and also Victoria University’s drama clubs proved critical, as later, did the fact that radio offered many daytime employment opportunities.

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Some relief teaching helped make it financially possible for her to live off her earnings, especially with the chance to act in live theatre in the evenings.

It all made a move from teaching to full-time theatre work not too difficult.

The result is that for decades, Sue has been an identity in many notable New Zealand television series, in films, radio and on the Wellington theatre scene.

Even if you’re not a filmgoer or a regular attendee at the theatre, some of our more …. mature … readers may recognise Sue as Beryl from the Roger Hall television comedy series Gliding On. That satire on New Zealand’s office culture of the 1980’s was a must-watch, or you’d have nothing to talk about at morning tea the next day.

(You might remember Beryl and her phone calls to her

mother.)

Sue now brings her talents and experience to bear on directing.

Her latest venture is the internationally-acclaimed and best-selling play The Children, now being prepared for its Circa season.

Sue says it‘s very witty, with lots of levels and some bite.

It features three mature friends – two women and a man, retired work colleagues shut in a room together (for reasons that emerge as the play progresses).

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In its February meeting, the committee resolved to prioritise the eastern suburbs in the review before moving on to the southern, western and northern suburbs of Wellington.

“It’s important for us to hear from the actual communities we serve, understand their needs, what’s working for them and what isn’t so we can develop improvements unique to each of our suburbs as well as the whole of the network,” says Barbara.

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The council will also set up a Councillor-led reference group and project team to review and report against the current state of the network, including: timetables; contractual arrangements with operators; industrial relations; bus fleets; depots; bus stop infrastructure; fare policies and supporting technology such as ticketing and real time information.

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Advice on giving for Christchurch The Department of Internal Affairs is providing advice to make sure donations for victims of the Christchurch massacre will help those in need.

First, know who you’re giving to.

The well-known registered charities have to publish their

accounts.

People can see where the money goes.

Many organisations doing great work aren’t registered charities however, so go to their website to find out more.

If you are approached, ask for identification or ask the collec-

tor to explain the work of the charity and how your donation will be used.

Also ask how much of your donation will reach the cause.

(For example 100 percent of every dollar donated to the Christchurch Shooting Victims’ Fund run by Victim Support

will be used to help victims.)

Beware of scams, including those on email asking for personal details.

Follow your instinct.

If it doesn’t look or feel right then hold off giving anything until you have more information.

Karori barber gives free cuts

By Oliver Gaskell

A Karori barber shop gave free haircuts on Monday and Tuesday to Muslims and newlyarrived refugees in the wake of last Friday’s shootings in Christchurch.

Hawkar Osman, 34, the owner of Koru Barbers in Marsden Village, was keen to offer his services as a response to the mosque shootings which claimed 50 lives.

Osman was inspired to contribute after being “amazed” by the support being shown to the Muslim community.

“As much as it has been a horrible event I’m very glad to see the love and appreciation of each other despite our different cultural and religious backgrounds.”

He said that while many of those who came to his shop were still traumatised by the shootings, the generosity they had been shown was helping.

“They were all amazed and very appreciative of what people are showing in terms of love and care.”

Osman was “in denial” when he first heard the news on Friday. Having grown up in Kurdistan in war-torn Northern Iraq he has seen his own fair share of atrocities.

“It took me back to those memories as a child of seeing bloodshed, seeing people killed in front of my eyes as a 10-yearold.”

GWRC rethinking rates Greater Wellington Regional Council has decided to reconsider its rates proposals for 2019-2020 in view of their potential impact on some communities.

Substantial rises in capital values for property, such as a 44 percent increase in Wellington City, could mean imposing greater rate increases in some areas than others. Council will discuss options at its next meeting in early April.

However, it has confirmed that public transport fares would be held at current levels for at least the next year.

The plan reflects big escalations in insurance costs, new bus services, zero bus and train fare increases and funding of all the major programmes contained in its Long Term Plan.

Bus, train fares held After last year’s 3 percent rise in bus and train fares, the first rise in five years, Greater Wellington regional council will keep them at current levels for the coming year.

Barbara Donaldson, chair of the council’s Sustainable Transport Committee, says Metlink is enjoying unprecedented growth in patronage across buses and trains.

“Holding fares will encourage even more people to use public transport and with more passengers we will see a positive impact on income.”

Hawkar Osman of Koru barbers in Karori gave free haircuts to Muslims and new refugees as his contribution to supporting them in the wake of Friday’s shootings. PHOTO: Oliver Gaskell.

He said many people who escape situations such as his tried to leave their past behind, meaning traumatic events were all the more affecting.

“We kind of try to withdraw ourselves from it in a way, to not remember very much and

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Osman arrived in New Zealand with his family 13 years ago and has spent the past seven years living in Karori, opening up a barber shop in 2015.

He said he has always felt

safe here and is confident the “respect” New Zealand has shown will help the Muslim community heal.

“I think that sense of unity, that sense of belonging and compassion, is a good kick-start for a better future together.”

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In light of recent tragic events, organisers of CubaDupa have decided to move the CubaDupa arts festival indoors and out of the streets for this year’s festival.

The music and performances will be staged indoors and organisers are preparing an alternative programme in venues within the Cuba Street precinct.

Details of this will be released by Thursday morning on the CubaDupa website cubadupa.co.nz and social media.

Sportsperson of the Year Sport Wellington is opening nominations for the Wellington Sportsperson of the Year on March 27.

The awards recognise achievements and excellence in sport from across the greater Wellington region, covering Wairarapa, Kapiti, Upper and Lower Hutt and all of Wellington.

As well as showcasing high performing sportspeople, the awards shine a light on the administrators, volunteers and officials who all contribute to making sport thrive in communities throughout the greater Wellington region.

The awards formal dinner, a night of celebration, entertainment and recognition, will be held on June 19 at TSB Bank Arena.

Wall of aroha in the city A space is being created in Te Ngākau Civic Square where the public can express their feelings and messages of support through art and words.

Following the tragic events in Ōtautahi Christchurch on Friday March 15, the people of Wellington have been asking for a space to draw or write messages to demonstrate their aroha.

The site identified for this is on a section of the hoarding surrounding the Town Hall.

Mayor Justin Lester says its apt that it’s located in Civic Square as the te reo name Te Ngākau, gifted to the area, means the heart – “the centre of the city for all ages, cultures, and gatherings”.

The cloudy waters of Tyers Stream show the worrying levels of pollution.

Friday March 22 was World Water Day, with the theme of “Leaving no one behind” – safe water for all.

Wellington City councillor Peter Gilberd, who holds the Natural Environment portfolio, reminds us that is not just for all people, but also for all the creatures that live in our streams.

“Given the regular pollution of our urban streams, to achieve this we need to increase awareness and change some habits,” he says.

He points out that the Tyers Stream, which runs from

Khandallah Park to the bottom of Ngauranga Gorge, has suffered for years.

“And in recent weeks there have been at least three different pollution events in this particular stream.”

He wonders what activities were taking place on January 29, on February 20, and on March 7 that caused the stream to become milky.

It could have been housewashing with chemicals, car washing, hosing down of concrete slurry, or the washing away of paints or solvents that caused these incidents.

“Whatever it was, however, pollutants entered the storm water drain and the stream, harming the insects, koura, fish and eels that live there,” he says, adding that there would be an outcry if this were happening to the air that we breathe.

“Unfortunately, waterways are hidden.”

Prompt reporting of pollution event can make a big difference in managing this problem.

“If you see anything that appears to be a pollution event please take photos and phone the 24/7 environmental hotline

on 0800 496 734,” he says.

“But reporting incidents after they have occurred, while essential, is reactive.

“What we need is behaviour change around activities that lead to pollution so that it can be prevented,” says Greater Wellington regional councillor and Environment Committee Chair Sue Kedgley.

“It’s amazing what ends up in our waterways and contaminates our environment.

“We all need to be more careful about our rubbish and what we put down drains and stormwater.”

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Greg O’Connor

Grieving and healing in Newlands

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There was significant community support at the Al-Ameen mosque during Friday prayers last week.

Local women donned headscarves as hajib. PHOTO: Lee Sheppard

By Brian Sheppard

At 1.30pm on Friday March 22 New Zealand stopped, to remember the 50 people in Christchurch who had been slaughtered in their mosques exactly a week before.

Communities gathered to honour the dead and show support for their friends, families and all who had been traumatised by the horror of the event.

In Newlands, people from across the northern suburbs arrived at the

Al-Ameen mosque to show their support during the Friday prayers.

Visitors were welcomed with refreshments, as honoured guests.

The mosque was filled to capacity with people of all races and creeds, and with visiting women wearing a headscarf as a hajib.

While the faithful offered prayers, the visitors stood or sat alongside.

Armed police stood watch outside, engaging with inquisitive children while protecting the community.

In leading the prayers, Sheik Khaled Said acknowledged the gratitude of Muslims for the support they had received and for the recognition that, regardless of individuals’ beliefs, we are brothers and sisters who support each other as whanau.

If we can build on the spirit shown this week, and extend it to all Kiwis, regardless of their ethnicity and religion, New Zealand will show the world what humanity can achieve.

On the evening of the terrorist attack, in which 50 of our fellow New Zealanders in Christchurch were murdered, I attended gatherings of local Muslim communities in Tawa and Newlands.

I observed sadness and bewilderment at what had occurred, but, incredibly, no hatred.

And that lack of hatred has empowered fellow New Zealanders, led by our quite remarkable Prime Minister, to respond in the absolutely embracing manner we have.

The comment by the Imam from the Al Noor Mosque that the blood of those victims should water and nourish a new understanding between people has been very evident in our electorate, with numerous vigils and commemorative events either having taken place or being planned.

Modern society means we live quite siloed lives, and are often denied the opportunity to mix with other cultures. I personally don’t believe racism is rife; it’s more fear, reserve and

lack of opportunity which keeps us apart.

I believe the terrorist attack in Christchurch has nurtured New Zealand’s reputation internationally as a determined and courageous nation, especially in our almost counter intuitively embracing response. We are also being praised for our decisive, and right, actions on firearms.

These are positive things we can build on, but we can also do it on a local level. I know anyone who calls in will receive a warm welcome at the local mosque. Not just this month but any time.

As the Imam said, this is an opportunity for the blood of the victims to nurture a better New Zealand. Raroa School and St Andrews Church Newlands were two places where the mosque and its congregation came out in force to embrace and be embraced by the general community.

I encourage everyone be part of the new posttragedy world.

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Message of strength and love

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On Friday 15 March, New Zealand was shaken to its core. Unspeakable acts of violence tore families apart in Christchurch and ripped through the hearts of all New Zealanders.

Our first priority has been supporting the families, the victims and the Islamic community of New Zealand – they are Kiwis and we stand beside them and condemn this horrific act.

This was not something that happened to just the Islamic community, or just to Christchurch. It happened to all New Zealanders, and all New Zealanders are grieving.

The values of this country, our beliefs, our tolerance for one another, and our ability to get along with each other have made New Zealand the type of place where people want to live, and it should, and will, remain so.

who worked tirelessly, and continue to do so, to tend to the wounded and to ensure we are, and feel, safe.

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They are heroes, as are the victims who risked their lives to save others. We will remember their bravery.

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Last Friday I joined Muslims and non-Muslims alike at the AlAmeen Mosque in Newlands for Friday prayers and remembrance.

That the communities most hurt by these events have responded with so much warmth and love is an example to us all.

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We are united in grief, and in determination to remain the type of country who accepts all people regardless of race or religion, that stands up against hate, and is a safe place.

We offer our support in any way we can. We were with you last week, we are with you today, and we will be with you tomorrow.

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Last Friday, students from Newlands College and Newlands Intermediate School gathered on the college field to spell out a message of strength and love. PHOTO: Supplied.

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That day the school also observed the two-minute silence, which was followed by the school haka.

It was says Cornelios, very moving, as was the visit made to the Masjid Al-Ameen Mosque on Kenmore Street in Newlands later that day.

Most of the staff leadership team and some of their senior students attended, taking symbols of the art work done in the school that week.

That included a two-metre love heart on which students had, during the week, posted many messages of support.

There were also large origami flowers with messages written on the petals.

The visit was, says Cornelios, “a very humbling experience”. “ We were welcomed with so much love.”

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Students at Newlands College, which has approximately 30 Muslim students, have found many ways to express their love and support for the victims of the March 15 atrocity says deputy principal Cornelios Floratos.

The drone photo , taken on Friday March Bunnythorpe 23, shows most of their students, along with pupils from Newlands Intermediate School, gathered on the college field in an initiative that came from the senior student executive.

Cornelios says the students thought the plan through carefully, going down to the field to measure the sign out and placing cones to ensure that the message was clear.

The intermediate students formed the ‘H A’ and love heart at the right.

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By borrower type, the increase was again driven by owner-occupiers, with investors still showing broadly flat volumes yearon-year.

Property economist Kelvin Davidson believes competition amongst the banks will stay “pretty intense”.

“This will lead to more attractive deals for borrowers.

“Indeed, the past week or so has seen last year’s mortgage rate wars kick into gear again, with several other banks now joining the first-mover HSBC in offering two-year fixed loans at sub-4 percent rates.”

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Community generosity in action On Saturday March 23 Tania Parker of Crofton Downs and Steph Knight of Tawa faced a huge disappointment.

They heard from Outer Spaces Co-ordinator Janey Thornton that the Youthline/Outer Spaces fundraising stall they had organised, to run alongside Wellington’s Pride Walk, would have to be abandoned.

This followed the cancellation of the parade given the terrorist attack the previous day.

They decided, however, that this

was a call to do something positive for the families and children of Christchurch.

So the online group MITC (Mums in the City) and Outer Spaces, the parent organisation for three LGBTQI+ youth groups based in Wellington, joined forces.

They decided to sell the already-donated baking that would otherwise be wasted.

Counting on traditional northern and western suburbs generosity, they were on site at the Countdown supermarket and coffee shop by

11am. “ By 2pm we h a d r a is e d $2094.40,” says Tania, adding that the generosity of those buying stunned them. “There were $50 notes being put in.”

Many hugs were given out too – that was part of the deal and Tania said some people were distressed as they arrived for their shopping.

One local child saw the stall and ran straight home to bake, to deliver cookies back for the stall.

The money went 50 /50 to Youthline Christchurch and to the

Christchurch Givealittle Fund.

The West Park School gala, West Fest, was also cancelled that Saturday as an act of respect for those who had lost their lives and their loved ones.

Organising committee chair Tane Woodley asked, however: “What to do with a mountain of cakes, dumplings and cheese rolls that had already been made?”

The answer was similar to the Crofton Downs solution: an impromptu bake sale, with the West Park proceeds going to the school’s

Muslim families to distribute as needed.

“It was just what people needed, a chance to come together as a community.

There was a positive, reflective atmosphere, and we sold everything” said Tane.

He said they raised over $2000 or more.

There was also a sale at the school on Saturday, March 23, with items donated for the gala’s jumble stall that raised about $8000 for the school.

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By Glenise Dreaver

Despite a large boarded-up window, the Johnsonville Medical Centre Pharmacy is open.

Acting manager Michelle Brown says that some customers do not realise they are still open, but they are, and it will take about six weeks for the window to be replaced.

The damage occurred when, just after midday on Wednesday March 20, a vehicle ploughed into the building, smashing the window and some of the shop fittings.

The elderly woman driver was reported by police to have suffered only minor injuries, though a waiting patient in the pharmacy was taken to hospital.

Given the events of the previous Friday, the sound of the vehicle crashing into the building was shocking for staff and Michelle says the sound was like a bomb going off.

“It was a scary experience,’ she admitted.

However, the window was boarded up by 6pm that night and they were open for business as usual by the next morning.

Despite what looks like massive damage, the Johnsonville Medical Centre Pharmacy was open for business as usual by the morning after last Wednesday’s accident, which occured just after noon. PHOTO: Glenise Dreaver

Remain vigilant The Department of Internal Affairs has received a strong response from the public and organisations, such as internet service providers (ISPs), in relation to reducing the availability of footage of the Christchurch terrorist attack.

They are urging everyone to remain vigilant and to continue to report any objectionable material at https://www. dia.govt.nz/censorship.

“We’re thankful for all of the support we’ve received both within New Zealand, and internationally,” says a spokesperson, adding that they are working around the clock to stop footage from being circulated.

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In the wake of the Christchurch massacres, should there be a ban on semi-automatic rifles? And an owner’s register for firearms?

Dianne Moore, Khandallah “A ban? Absolutely. And a register? Yes!”

Jenda Prak, Newlands “Definitely a ban. Why do we need them in a peaceful country like New Zealand?”

Moo Pardoe, Johnsonville “A ban - yes. And a register. The police visit my son-in-law on the farm to see if his gun is locked away.”

Pankaj Bist, Johnsonville “Oh yes, definitely a ban.

And we must have a register.”

Louise Lloyd, Johnsonville “There’s definitely no need for them. And yes, there should be a register.”

Mike Wright, Khandallah “There wouldn’t be any guns at all if I had my way. And we definitely need a register.”

EYE ON CRIME In Johnsonville a compressor that had been left overnight on a porch outside a flat in Macaulay Street was stolen, while a white Toyota Hiace van parked near the Keith Spry pool in Frankmoore Avenue during the late afternoon was broken into.

Both sliding doors were jemmied open to gain access. A bag containing a Mac book, wireless headphones and a laser was stolen.

A black Roma moped, parked

overnight in the carport of a house in Prospect Terrace, was stolen.

In Khandallah i nt r uder s climbed onto a balcony of a house in Clive Road and gained entry through a sliding door that may have been left open.

Rooms were searched and a sum of money was taken but valuable electronic items were not touched. The shed on a property in Madras Street was entered

through an unlocked rear door. A number of power tools, batteries and charger were stolen.

In Ngaio a white Toyota Caldina stationwagon parked overnight in Bombay Street was stolen. It was later located in Ngatoto Street. Entry had been gained through a jemmied front left door and the ignition had been damaged.

In Churton Park three houses were reported to have been

broken into. One house suffered considerable damage to a bedroom window and frame and also the laundry door.

Cladding was also damaged.

There is no report of anything being stolen. Similar damage was done to a nearby house which will also require joinery replacement and repainting.

An attempt was made to enter the third house which is under construction. Three windows

were damaged before access was gained through a rear kitchen window. The front door was jemmied from the inside to allow exit.

Items stolen include a table saw, a drop saw, a box of hand tools, a radio and leads and a multi box.

The site of a house under construction in Bickerton Rise was entered and 15 bales of insulating material, copper wire, two ladders, boxes of nails and other items were taken.

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Following successful trials at other Enliven homes, Huntleigh recently launched its own self-service dining buffet.

Huntleigh Home Manager Tim Levchenko-Scott says the move to self-service dining reflects the home’s commitment to Enliven’s elder-centred philosophy.

“An important part of the Enliven philosophy is about encouraging elders to have choice and to maintain their independence, so we wanted to make sure we put those values into practice in the dining room.

“Self-service, buffet-style dining gives the residents the freedom to choose what they’d like to eat and how much, which we hope will encourage healthy appetites!”

Feedback from residents at other Enliven homes at which self-service buffet dining

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“The residents have enjoyed having more of a say over what ends up on their plate, and staff at those homes tell us that’s been reflected in residents’ weight gains.

“Self service dining has also given residents opportunities to help each other out at meal times and feel valued for their role in assisting others.

“We’re hoping residents here will enjoy all of these benefits and more over the coming months and we’re looking forward to hearing their feedback.”

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Last week, Healthline, Plunket and the Immunisation Advisory Centre reported a surge in calls to their helplines from people around New Zealand seeking advice about measles.

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While Canterbury is responding to a measles outbreak in its community, the Ministry of Health’s Director of Public Health, Dr Caroline McElnay, is reassuring Kiwis that most of New Zealand remains measles free.

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Students brighten the lives of seniors

By Brian Sheppard

It started with a conversation between Nicci Ahrer, Manager of Churtonleigh and Rachael Gaston, art teacher at Newlands Intermediate school.

It was about whether the students could brighten up a sheltered courtyard at Churtonleigh.

The enthusiastic answer was “Yes!” So, after consultation with the residents, it was agreed that they should create bright and colourful murals of garden scenes.

Rachael explains that community projects are very important to Newlands Intermediate and the students enjoy making useful contributions to their community.

The students (now year 7) created the murals over two terms.

Their work has now been installed and so the students visited Churtonleigh on March 20 to introduce themselves to the residents and see the results of their efforts.

The students were: Dhruti Keshaboina, Puja Roopesh, Sabeen Salman, Kate Jobson and Deven King.

Two of the other artists, Maxine Avery (Year 8) and Elise Baddington (Year 9) were not able to attend.

The artists pose by one of their mural panels. PHOTO: Brian Sheppard

Also present was Nicci’s dog Bella, a favourite and mascot for the Churtonleigh residents.

The students explained that

they were wearing mufti rather than their school uniform as this was part of a fund-raising project to assist the Muslim families

who had been the target of the Christchurch shootings.

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Meg Gleadow, 17, is an artist as well as an engineering student.

She’s also a member of Ngaio Union Church who noticed an opportunity and took it.

“I always wanted to create a mural,” says Meg, “but I didn’t know where.

“When the trees outside Ngaio Union had been cut down and I saw the great work that’s been done on the church garden, it was obvious it had to be on the side of the church.”

The mural’s focus is on nature – Mount Kaukau, native plants, and birds feature.

(Three kākā flew overhead as she was painting; she felt compelled to include them), but there are other influences.

“The agapanthus isn’t native but it’s here and now lives in harmony with other plants.”

“For me, my wairua [spirit] is most lifted up when I am out in the natural beauty of

our land, like when I’m tramping.”

While she’s painting, people stop and chat, she says.

“The people of Ngaio have been very supportive and interested – in my art and in what is happening inside the building.”

“Meg, and the gift she’s given to us and to Ngaio, is very special.” Sue Brown, Ngaio Union’s minister, says.

“When she suggested the idea, we rushed it through the Parish Council. It was the quickest decision we’ve ever made!”

Meg adds: “After what has happened in Christchurch, it is so special to be part of a place where everyone is truly welcome, and to play a small part in taking this message out to the community through my art,” Meg says.

Meg will be at the mural launch at Ngaio Union on Saturday March 30 from 12-3pm.

There will be a sausage sizzle and bake sale (gold coin).

Power Up West Wind is for the communities of Makara, South Makara, Makara Beach and Takarau Gorge. The next closing date for applications is 7 October, 2018.

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Meg Gleadow at work on the mural on the wall of the Ngaio Union Church.

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Cashmere School community unites Cashmere Avenue Home and School Association spokesperson Allie Breslin says they were privileged to have a representative from their neighbours the Pakistan High Commission, and Mayor Justin Lester, open their Fair on Sunday March 24.

“Both spoke of our strong and united community, a community that came together on Sunday to put a lot of smiles on a lot of faces.”

“We are saying a huge thank you to our school families, the Khandallah community and the wider Wellington community for making being part of Fair Day.” Allie says that final totals are yet to come in, but as a fundraising event it was a great success.

“It was also an opportunity to show the students that their adults can live by the school values too: mahi tahi, pride, empathy, whanaugatanga and growth mindset,” she says.

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A few years ago the only scams we really knew about were the Nigerian 2. Identity Theft – every time you money scams that told you that provide name, address, Windows 10 was released with muchyour fanfare in midyou had inherited millions of dollars phone number & date of birth to a 2015 one year to upgrade to Windows and alland you needed to doon, was the to offer survey, facebook or an on-line quiz send $5,000 to pay for theto expire.

10 forthem free is just about you’re giving away your personal paperwork. Of course, there was This information goes Microsoft estimates thatwent a totalinformation. of 300 million devices no inheritance and your $5000 into a database that may be sold down a bigrunning hole, neverWindows to be seen 10, or are now with about a third of those stolen by someone unrelated to again. new devices. But the majority the purpose for which you -gave being - about 60% of this

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There is so much more to be careful happened in the last two months when Microsoft made These days the list of possible about these days and it will only get Windows 10is an automatic update without really letting cyber threats growing at an worse. My best advice is for you to alarming pace. talk about thesethe world anyone knowI’lland around people woke up be cautious and sensible.

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Community Walk and Run gift to Christchurch

By Rachel Moore

Half of the proceeds of the Team Yip Johnsonville Community 5 km Walk And Run, held on Sunday, went to Christchurch schools.

The event was to be a fundraiser for Raroa Normal Intermediate itself but the school decided to donate half the money to those affected by the massacre of March 15.

“Our commitment is to give 50 per cent of registration fees to Christchurch schools. This this will be somewhere around $1500-$2000 after the final reconciliation,” said principal Christine Brown.

The rest of the money will go towards Raroa’s 30 x 18 metre canopy and sports floor over its current courtyard area.

Members from the local mosque had been invited, and one of their number, Ahmad Fachry Agam, spoke to the crowd, saying he was grateful for the compassion of others.

“Your kind letters and your flowers and your beautiful acts

of solidarity and care. We are so grateful because it demonstrates that in spite of these inhumane acts that threaten to tear us apart, we instead come together.

“And for all of you that are walking here today, you have our gratitude.”

Homing doves were also released to symbolise the victims of the shooting in Christchurch.

“The release of the 50 white birds… was quite a special moment.” said Christine and Lions president Ross Brown in a joint statement.

Assistant principal Matt Tilley said it was a day to support “our awesome school” but also a day of remembrance and unity.

Parent and event organiser Ian Rogers said it was the second time they had this event.

Despite the fact it had been difficult week for everyone, he added that he was “pretty happy with the turnout and the atmosphere.”

The first person to finish was Flynn McCarron, 13, in 27m6s.

ABOVE: The first contestants in the Team Yip Johnsonville Community 5 km Walk And Run, starting the race from Alex Moore Park.

RIGHT: Year 8 students in the Raroa Normal Intermediate School Band.

Watching the entertainment.

Ahmad Fachry Agam, a young man from the local mosque, spoke to the crowd.

Fourteen-year-old Flynn Garbutt, left, from Wellington College alongside the first contestant back, 13-year-old Flynn McCarron, from St Patrick’s College, who came in with a time of 27m 65s.

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SPORT Sports talk

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with Jacob Page

The Warriors roller coaster rides again in 2019 The New Zealand Warriors could be a fun team to watch in this year’s NRL, as long as your expectations are minimal.

The Warriors in 2019 will be like that unexpected bunch of flowers or chocolates after a rough day, rather than that brand new bike you’d pleaded for at Christmas.

If your expectations are low, I think you’ll enjoy the season and the team may squeak into the top eight playoffs.

The first two weeks have laid the potential blueprint for the Auckland club.

A confidence-building 40-6 win over the Canterbury Bulldogs in week one was followed by a

deflating 34-6 defeat away to the Wests Tigers on Sunday night.

That’s the rollercoaster you’re on as a fan this year.

I am not a Warriors fan, I lost the faith in 2007 and my blood pressure, heart-rate and swear jar have been eternally grateful ever since.

When million dollar man Shaun

Johnson left for Cronulla late in the pre-season, many would have expected the Warriors to sky-dive to the bottom of the table.

It doesn’t look quite that dire.

The club has always struggled away from their Mt Smart Stadium base and to have any chance of making the playoffs, it will need to be rectified.

The enigmatic Warriors don’t have the flair or x-factor of past years.

They’ll have to do the basics well week in and week out.

To achieve that, they’ll need to be a new breed which shuns their past.

It won’t be easy, it may not be possible.

Karate Kid ready to take on the world

By Glenise Dreaver

She’s only 12. And she’s 47kg.

But Newlands Intermediate School pupil Brianna Higgan is already one of New Zealand’s youngest black belts in karate.

She won that honour at the weekend in what was a very tough five-hour test.

Brianna has trained with the same Sensei Josh Saunders, in the Go-Kan-Ryu style, since she started six and a half years ago.

And from day one she’s had the goal of being a black belt.

Now, says her mother Jeanette, Brianna’s goal is to represent New Zealand at the Olympics by the time she is 16.

‘That’s a biggie!”

Training and fundraising for her trip is

only part of what she fits into a busy life.

Brianna plays cricket, learns guitar, and she’s in her school orchestra and choir. “I do kapa haka and I’m a school librarian,” she adds.

Her involvement as one of three who works on creations for the World of Wearable Arts also rates a mention and, says Jeanette, her school work reaches a very good standard.

Brianna’s training takes two to six sessions a week and there’s also Thursday and Friday night fundraising outside Countdown in Johnsonville Road.

That’s to raise $10,000 needed to get Brianna and Jeanette to the world championships at Milton Keynes in the UK on June 28.

Each bake stall makes between $100-200

and features the family specialities: sultana and banana loaf, and they’ve just added chocolate cake.

Jeanette says the support they have had from the public, from Newlands Intermediate and from Countdown, has been “awesome”.

The June trip is the culmination of years of sacrifice, as the 36 (“or so”) medals Brianna has already won, in New Zealand and in Australia, have also meant a lot of travel and sacrifice.

Brianna has promised to keep our readers in touch with how she gets on.

We’ll keep you posted!

Promising young athletes bound for nationals

Newly-graduated black belt, Brianna Higgan.

PHOTO: Glenise Dreaver

“You all good mate?”

Wellington Interprovincial 12/13 competitors Emily Wong and Kate Yu from Samuel Marsden College.

PHOTO supplied.

The Wellington Athletics Junior Champs were held on March 17 and two Samuel Marsden Collegiate School students from the Independent Herald’s circulation area were selected for the 12/13 level Wellington Interprovincial athletics team.

Emily Wong, Year 9, of Karori and Kate Yu, Year 8, of Churton Park, will both compete at the

national secondary schools athletics championship in Christchurch over Easter Weekend.

Kate won silver in the 12G 800m and bronze in the 12G high jump.

She was also first in the G12 1500m and third in the 400m, as well as being in the first-placed 4x100 G13Relay team, and the Medley Relay 12 Grade Mix. Other local competitors from

Marsden who competed with distinction included Year 8 student Analin Rudd from Makara, who won gold in the 11G high jump and silver in the 11G discus.

She was second in the G11 long jump and in the Medley Relay 11 Grade mix team and was in the third-placed 4x100 G14 relay team.

Analin also won a silver medal for overall Interclub points at G11 level.

Johnsonville Rugby Club is to run a Mental Health Awareness Session at the club on April 1.

There’s a “You all good mate?” focus to the workshop, which is being run in conjunction with NZ Rugby.

All young JRC players, and members are being urged to go.

A spokesperson says they can take 25-50 people “so please be quick to show some interest. Young fellas and young ladies will get priority!”

Nehe Milner-Skudder will assist in facilitating and will provide some key insights around how mental health is impacting so many rugby players and people in general day to day.

For more information, contact the club at enquiries@ jrfc.co.nz.

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