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Anzac spirit By Megan Connolly

Anzac Day remembrance services will be held differently this year. Due to the emphasis on social and physical distancing and the restrictions around group gatherings as a response to COVID-19, typical Anzac Day services were cancelled in March. The RSA is encouraging citizens to stand in their homes, front yards, driveways at dawn in silence to commemorate the soldiers who fought for Australia and New Zealand during World War 1. Continued on page 2. Jack Naik with his military training medal at last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anzac Day service. Photo: Megan Connolly

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Hundreds of food packs sent out A massive movement to support local and Lower Hutt whanau is operating out of the Wainuiomata Community Hall since last week in response to the Level 4 COVID-19 lockdown. Together Kokiri Marae, Wainuiomata Marae, local services and volunteers are putting together large quantities of food and sanitary products to whanau in need, specifically local kaumatua. “We are only doing what needs to be done by working together. We’re just doing our best to help families who are most in need,” Linda Olsen the Wainuiomata Marae manager, says. Kokiri Marae Health and Social Services’ General Manager Teresea Olsen has been making sure that the correct protocols are put in place, from the collection to packing and delivery of the food parcels. “I am absolutely amazed by the lovely people in the community,” Teresea says. As of last week, they have distributed 400 cooked meals, over 600 food parcels, a number of supermarket vouchers, hundreds of sanitation packs, daily delivery of bread, frozen meals and blankets. These services will continue until the lockdown is uplifted. “What has surprised me the most is the number of people that need support. Some are people we have never met before,” she adds. “The question is how do we con-

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tinue to support them after this is over.” This Friday, they will be delivering 600 sanitizer packs to whanau all over the Hutt Valley. “The scale has been huge. I’ve been so impressed by the willingness of people to get on

board and help. “It’s been really, really amazing.” Furthermore, nurses at Kokiri Marae’s Outreach Clinic have ensured whanau have had access to free flu vaccinations which has been running since

Anzac spirit continues Continued from Page 1. This year they have created a ‘virtual poppy’ which can be ‘worn’ on your social media profiles to show your support. All you need to do is donate to the ‘Givealittle” page online. All funds go towards assisting current and former serving personal and their families. Local RSA spokesperson Jane Chamberlain says it is important to continue to commemorate those who have served us

in the past. “If you are well enough, can stay within social distancing and have a way of getting to the Cenotaph in Queen Street, laying last year’s poppy would be appropriate,” Jane says. “To my knowledge cancellation of Anzac day has not happened before, and as long as we have serving personnel NZ will continue to commemorate. “This virus will pass and we must all play

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Greetings all, We are saddened that in 2020 we are unable to celebrate this “Special day” with the community, in the usual way. This year’s Anzac Day will take a very different shape with a virtual Dawn service. Radio NZ will broadcast at 6 am and kiwis are being asked to stand to commemorate those who have served for us. This could be at your gate or front door, even on your veranda. You could even make some Poppies and decorate your mailbox. “Anzac Day” has been a constant for so long. Hint – listen out for Buglers at 6am throughout the valley.

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our part, but those who fought at and around Anzac cove are the Heroes of our history.” Like the Bear and Easter egg hunts of the last three weeks, you can show your support by displaying your own poppies in the windows of your homes or cars. Although COVID-19 has rocked ‘normal’ life, the Anzac spirit can be found in endurance, courage, ingenuity, good humour and mateship, an RSA spokesperson says.

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No cases for Wainuiomata Alert Level 3 starts next Tuesday People all around the country were on the edge of their seats on Monday afternoon, waiting in anticipation of the Government’s decision around what Alert Level the nation would move to. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that New Zealand will move out of Alert Level 4 Lockdown next Monday, April 27, at 11.59pm. Until then, we remain in Alert Level 4.

From next Tuesday the country will hold at Alert Level 3 for two weeks, before Cabinet reviews how the country is tracking and another announcement will be made on May 11. For some business owners this provides them with time to ‘prepare’ for when they can resume operations under Alert Level 3, but they will still be restricted to how they provide their services. This includes the retail and

hospitality sector which can open for delivery and contact less pre-ordered pickup. Strict hygiene practices will be a must while businesses cannot offer services which involve face-to-face contact or sustained close contact. So for many it will mean another three weeks at home safe in their bubble and children who can be homeschooled, and people who can work from

home, are urged to do so. For a full list of the Alert Level 3 restrictions visit www.covid19. govt.nz On a positive note, Wainuiomata has remained free of COVID-19 cases since this pandemic started. There have been a number of breaches of the Coronavirus Lockdown and Police have charged people.

Thanking essential workers art competition launched MP for Hutt South Chris Bishop has today launched a special children’s art competition in conjunction with the Hutt Art Society to thank Lower Hutt’s essential workers who are going above and beyond during this very tough time for the city. Lower Hutt children in years 1-8 are being invited to create a piece of art to say “thank you” to our essential workers while they’re at home and unable to attend school. The artwork will be forwarded onto essential workers on a regular basis, and prizes awarded for the best artwork in each year level. The Hutt Art Society will be supplying judges for the competition, collating the entries and displaying artwork in the Odlin Gallery when the lockdown is over, and it is safe to do so. “This is a wonderful opportunity for our young people to say “thank you” to the thousands of dedicated essential workers in the Hutt including doctors, nurses, police officers, cleaners, supermarket staff, truck

drivers, and many more who are all continuing to work to keep us safe and well. It is also a chance for young people, most of who are confined to their bubbles at home during the lockdown to get those creative juices flowing! Instructions for entering: Photos or scans of artwork can be sent to huttartcentre@gmail.com. Please include a title of the work, the name of the submitter, year at school and what school the child attends Children should attend a school in, or currently reside, in the Hutt Valley The artwork can be in any form, but should be focused on essential workers and saying “thank you” or “thanks” The competition is for children currently in years 1-8 (roughly students aged 5-13) Entries open Friday 17 April and close Friday 15 May. During the lockdown, entries will be showcased digitally on Chris MP Chris Bishop is hosting an art competition to celebrate Bishop’s Facebook page and the Hutt the people working in essential services during the lockArt Centre’s Facebook page. down period in response to COVID-19. Photo: supplied.

A note from the publishers.... As you can see, COVID-19 isn’t stopping the team at The News from communicating with you all. We continue to bring you “a chocolate box of goodies” to read and be informed and entertained by each week. Four weeks of lockdown and haven’t we all done well! Thanks also to our PM and Dr Ashley Bloomfield who have brought us their knowledge, calm and reassurance during this time. It’s been a nice feeling walking the local streets each day, a wave or two from strangers, teddy bears adorning windows - all of us united in this massive effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. We welcome any story leads you’d like to share with us. Along with advertising which is appreciated. Level 3 will mean some businesses can resume, albeit in a slightly different way, so don’t forget to get your message out to our many readers. The News is the only community paper in this region still keeping a presence online and that makes us proud. We continue to be a stable, reliable local read, having done so for many years. In conclusion, we still have a way to go, but there will be brighter days ahead and we must all believe and forge ahead. Katrina & Les Whiteside

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inbrief news Fire and emergency will continue With Monday’s announcement that we will remain in Alert Level 4 until 11.59pm Monday, April 27, Fire and Emergency will continue to be here for our communities. Chief executive Rhys Jones says Fire and Emergency will continue to take precautions to keep our firefighters, and the communities they serve, safe. “Fire stations will remain restricted to critical personnel and firefighters will be wearing PPE when they turn up to a call where patients are showing symptoms of COVID-19.” Rhys says while we must remain in Alert Level 4 for a bit longer, New Zealanders need to remain vigilant and do their bit to prevent the virus spreading. “We ask that you continue to hold off those non-essential outdoor fires so that our firefighters don’t need to leave their bubbles unnecessarily. “Burning rubbish and garden waste is not essential right now.” “Even if the fire is under control, the smoke often results in 111 calls which mean our firefighters need to deal with an avoidable call and risk exposure to COVID-19,” he says.

Golf course opens Under COVID -19 Level 3, golf courses will be open. There will still be some conditions for golfers like two players playing and keeping the distance rule. Some greens would have already been groomed by greenkeepers around the regions.

Home schooling a new experience for students By Aimee O’Hagan

Over the last four weeks, many students from around New Zealand have had their first ever taste of home schooling. But unlike their primary and intermediate school counterparts, most of the study high schoolers have had to do has been entirely independent. “It’s definitely strange,” says year 13 pupil, Mieke de Bruyn, when asked about her personal home schooling experience thus far. “It took some getting used to but I don’t mind it too much.” Year 12 student, Anna Doyle, feels the same. “It’s very different to what we’re used to,” she says. “I’m looking forward to when things go back to normal.” Year 13 pupil, Ben Mesman, says that he has struggled to adjust to the home schooling lifestyle. “It’s a big change for my routine,” he explains. The three have found certain parts of home schooling rather

challenging; in particular, the lack of social interactions with their peers. “There’s no one to compare answers with and you can’t just quickly ask the teacher a question, which makes it harder to know if you’re on the right track,” they says. “It’s really starting to get harder now [not being around my friends every day], I miss them so much!” “I don’t like that we don’t get the chance to interact with our friends as regularly,” Anna adds. They’ve also found that their motivation to do work has decreased dramatically. “I think school and assessments don’t seem as real or important when you’re away from school for so long,” Mieke says. Despite these challenges , they are enjoying making their own schedules and the more “laid back” feel that home schooling provides. Each of the three have a handy tip for other students. “One technique [that’s been] useful is to work with a friend

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[online]. Talking together provides a second opinion on what you are working on and giving each other feedback is great for you and your friends’ motivation towards the task,” Ben says. “Listen to relaxing music, get rid of distractions like phones, set yourself a specific time to finish tasks by,” Anna advises.

“I try to make myself a to-do list for the next day so that I have more purpose when I wake up and a reason not to stay in bed for too long,” Mieke says. “I also let myself have the weekends off from school like I normally would so I stay more focused during the week.”

Fund open for applications Community Resilience Hutt City Council’s newly established Community Resilience Fund is now accepting applications from community groups and charities, Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry announced today. The $100,000 Community Resilience Fund was announced as part of Hutt City Council’s immediate response http://www.huttcity.govt.nz/Your-Council/ News-and-notices/mediareleases/hutt-city-counciltakes-action-to-supportlocal-people-and-business to the COVID-19 pandemic. Campbell Barry says the Fund will support local community groups to deliver services and initiatives which support resilience during the COVID-19 lockdown and

the ensuing recovery period. “Every day I hear stories about people across our community who are struggling as a result COVID-19. Our Council is doing all we can to support our people at this time, and part of that is supporting local community groups and charities who deliver important services,” Campbell says. “We k now that now, more than ever, the work of community groups will be crucial to make sure support is getting to people who are most in need. The Community Resilience Fund will provide a meaningful boost to these services and I encourage interested groups to apply.” Hutt City Council Chief

Executive Jo Miller said the Community Resilience Fund had been developed at pace, and staff will work to ensure grants are paid quickly to community groups and initiatives eligible for funding. “I’m pleased that we are able to support our local community groups in this way. We have developed a streamlined process for applications and redirected our efforts to make sure grants are paid quickly to the groups that need it,” Jo Miller says. To apply for funding from the Community Resilience Fund, or to find out more, visit www.huttcity.govt.nz/ resiliencefund http://www. huttcity.govt.nz/resiliencefund.

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Family has quarantine dress-up party By Megan Connolly

The Smith family have been brightening their quarantine lockdown in a creative way. Each week Breannah, Jarrod and baby Hunter dress up for family dinner with a different theme. They have turned themselves into musicians like Amy Winehouse and Curt Cobain and characters from popular movies and television shows like ‘Harry Potter’, ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘The Big Bang Theory’. Breannah explains that the idea came from a video on the app Tiktok. “I thought it looked like good fun, why not give it a try for one night,” she says.

“Then we kept having ideas on more dress ups so we kept on going!” They started a week ago and have done it every night. “We do themes of things we like. It’s mostly been television programmes since that seems to be pretty simple ‘normal’ clothes but we have to go with things that we already have at home.” Breannah and Jarrod get ready separately so each other’s costumes come as a surprise to the other. “I’ve always loved dressing up and I kind of just roped the boys into doing it. It gives us something to look forward to.”

Face shields produced locally Thousands of face shields designed by ABI researchers are being produced for healthcare workers around New Zealand. Production has allower volumes of 10,000 per day. They are being manufactured by Lower Hutt and Auckland factories which produce food packaging, as they have the necessary technology and are familiar with working to high standards of hygiene. Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) and MedTech CoRE researchers have designed a re-usable face shield to help keep medical staff safe when they’re treating patients infected with COVID-19. In response to demand, from both the public and private health sector, 20,000 units have been manufactured to date. The design is simple but effective, comprised of a plastic frame and a transparent plastic sheet. Importantly both components can be disinfected and reused.

Being in Level 4 lockdown in a response to COVID-19 means Breannah has found the time to be a good opportunity for exploring creativity. “Quarantine has made it easier to be creative because you’re always looking for something to do, and this is a good way to fill the late afternoon and evening. “It’s so much fun, because we surprise each other with our looks. It’s funny to post on social media and get responses from our friends and whanau.” “We will go for as long as we can, we might run out of ideas eventually!” Breannah laughs. The Smith family took on the world of Harry Potter for dinner last week.

Air pollution drops around Wellington region Greater Wellington routinely measures levels of air pollutants from traffic at two monitoring stations to check that air quality meets the guidelines and standards set to protect human health. Air pollution from traffic emissions measured at its Wellington City station from 26 March to 1 April dropped by 72 per cent as a weekly average compared to the same period over the previous four years (2016-2019). Levels measured at its Upper Hutt station, which are usually much lower than Wellington City, fell by 63 per cent.

Thomas Nash, chair of Greater Wellington’s Climate committee says “Shutting down our towns and cities and confining everyone to quarters is definitely not the way to tackle pollution and climate change. The effects of this shutdown are severe and they are not being felt equally within our communities. Let’s hope we can get out of the lockdown safely and swiftly.” “At the same time, when we start to rebuild, we should remember what happens when we drive less, consume carefully and live locally. The air becomes cleaner, as this new

data shows. The waters around us revive, with a rare sunfish visiting Wellington recently. Crucially, our emissions plummet.” “The challenge now is to restart our economy without greatly restarting emissions. At Greater Wellington we’re determined to use all the tools in our quite considerable toolbox to reshape this region so that it is climate-safe and fit for purpose in the 21st century,” adds Cr Nash. Greater Wellington uses nitrogen dioxide measurements to track long term trends in emissions. Lower levels of nitrogen

dioxide also mean lower levels of CO2 as both gases come from the same source; vehicle exhausts. Black carbon levels, an indicator of traffic particulate matter - especially diesel vehicles, measured at Wellington city fell by 63%. Greater Wellington is also developing an indicator that tracks long term levels of nitrogen dioxide to evaluate the real-world impacts of changes to emission standards and people’s travel patterns on the level of emissions and people’s exposure to harmful traffic pollutants.

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Fraser Larn (7) reading to Mum and Dad while we were busy painting the kitchen. Photo: supplied

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Majority of kiwis stay home over Easter From reassurance checks and checkpoints, through to enforcement action and patrolling, Police have been highly visible right across the country supporting communities over the Easter weekend. Easter 2020 has been different for everyone this year given the Alert Level 4 restrictions and the message was clear going into the holiday break – be safe, stay home and save lives. “In general Kiwis across the

country got the message and they followed it. “However for the minority that ignored the message Police were there to educate and encourage and where necessary enforce,” says Police assistant commissioner Richard Chambers. Since 6pm Thursday through to 9pm Sunday, Police conducted over 500 road checkpoints across the country. The purpose of the checkpoints

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Spending birthday’s in isolation bubble has meant many family and friends have had to think of fun ways to celebrate. The Booth family celebrated Maddison’s 21st birthday on April 18 with a whole lot of toots and hollers from a parade of cars full of family members driving past their house. Maddison had a venue booked and a

Emergency Management Act or the Health Act. The majority of people were issued with a warning however prosecution is being taken against 64 people and there were 15 youth referrals. In total since the introduction of the Alert Level 4 restrictions, there have been 1205 breaches of either the Civil Defence Emergency Management Act or the Health Act. From these breaches, there have been 138 prosecutions and 1038

big night planned prior to the country going into lockdown in March. The inspiration came from Maddison’s original birthday theme which was ‘Coachella’ so carnival was an extension on this. Her sister, 18-year-old Kendall, helped to create a ‘carnival’ with popping balloons and doughnuts hanging from a washing line.

warnings. Along with enforcement activity, Police are also undertaking thousands of reassurance visits and patrols across the country. Over the Easter breakthrough to Sunday night Police completed 2005 reassurance checks at essential services such as supermarkets, pharmacies and petrol stations. In addition to this, over 2,700 reassurance patrols were completed in communities across the country.

“There was a lot of laughing in our bubble,” family member Leanne Booth says. Beneath the balloons, one was a number under each balloon and you used a dart to pop them. “The doughnut one was lots of laughs as quite hard to get your mouth around it without it moving and no hands allowed,” Leanne adds.

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Melanie Corby Artist and part time primary teacher  What food do you crave most often? Definitely chicken and most types of fruit, I love bananas! (and of course whitikkers chocolate)  What’s one thing on your bucket list? Take my family to Australia for a holiday.  Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life? Definitely my nana, she passed two years ago at the age of 99. She influenced the way I bring up my family with her great family values and love, her caring nature, responsibility and work ethics, her love of gardening, and baking.

 What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been? There is beauty in every part of the world and nature, I would have to say when I was younger going to England, walking through all the beautiful public gardens during springtime.  What was the last photo you took? The last photo I took was my flowers I got for my birthday during lockdown isolation 5th april.  When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better? I either take my two dogs for a walk have fresh air, or I unwind and do some art.

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A little stir crazy Three weeks in and the curve is certainly flatter due to this lockdown but whether that can be maintained at a level below level four is yet to be seen. This is nothing more than gut instinct but it seems unlikely any sort of winter sports season will happen in 2020. Potentially a bold claim given it is only April but the uncertainty

around Coronavirus means a quick-fix seems unlikely. As New Zealand approaches level 3, the government has already ruled out competitive sport in that environment. Senior club competitions around the country look destined for frustration and if they can’t get going, junior fixtures like Rippa rugby seem to have

even less of a chance. It’s hard to see how the risk of spreading Coronavirus can be quashed enough for physical contact sports like rugby, football and hockey can continue. It’s one thing for professional leagues to get up and running, there is money to be made after all but amateur sport could be left out in the cold for some time.

There are also logistical issues that come with amateur sport. Can games be played with no spectators? How does an under-10 rugby game go ahead with no parents able to watch on the sidelines? Pick ups and drop offs become a concern. So many head-scratching issues.

Staying home and saving lives means forgoing sport with the possible exception of a lonely round of golf. Sport is also a big socialising event for a lot of people and that will leave a massive gap for many in their calendars.

Keegan born to race Keegan Levien has been living in the world of speedway racing for “as long as he can remember”. The 23-year-old local grew up on the tracks of Hutt Park Speedway with his family so it was only natural that he developed a passion. Speedway is a racing competition

Keegan Levien's racing his stock car.

where stockcars race over a dirt track in heats around an oval track. Keegan races in two classes of cars, Stock car and super stock. In this year’s season alone, October 2019 to April 2020, Keegan has won four national titles in superstock. One of which bought him a ticket to

potentially race in the United Kingdom in September. “Dad has been racing for over 30 years,” he says. “Growing up, we didn’t know any different. I have been racing the majority of my life. “Everything I know was self-taught and learnt through dad.” Speedway is a club sport that can be found all over New Zealand. Clubs regularly hold competitions which means, if you love racing, you could be travelling almost every weekend. “My favourite part is all the friends you make. “I could go to any major speedway town in the country and have a place to stay at,” he says. Keegan’s brother, 18-year-old Ethan, also races and is part of the Young Guns speedway team. However, maintaining and servicing your speedway stockcar can come at a cost, especially if you count damage repair. “It is an expensive hobby.

North Island Stockcar Champs where myself and Ethan placed 1st and 2nd out of over 100 cars. From left, Keegan, Dad Allen and brother Ethan Levien.

We don’t go out there to get smashed but at the higher levels, it can’t be avoided.

“it’s a lifestyle, for sure,” he laughs.

gardening this week Autumn is a fantastic season in the garden Autumn is a fantastic season in the garden. The air is crisp, with warm long days, perfect for the tasks that need doing following the heat of summer. It’s is a great time for sowing a new lawn, planting bulbs, trees and shrubs, and of course planting the vegetable garden for the months ahead. Autumn to do list: Autumn is the perfect time for lawn TLC, and to sow a new lawn. Harvest seeds from last season’s crops for use next season. Label them carefully before storing. Plant up pots and containers with autumn potted colour. In the vegetable garden Replace the lost nutrients from those heavy growing seasons by adding in compost, blood and bone, and sheep pellets. This will provide a healthy new foundation for your autumn and winter crops. Keep mounding up celery and leeks. Harvest pumpkins and dry well

before storing. Main crop potatoes should be ready for lifting. Autumn is an ideal time to plant broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, beetroot, spinach and Chinese cabbages. Plant lettuce early autumn and you can get a good harvest from most lettuce varieties. Sow seeds for your winter crops like carrots, swedes, turnips and radish. A good seed raising mix that is light and free draining will ensure your seeds get the best possible start. Autumn is a busy season for slugs and snails so protect your young vegetable seedlings. Aphids and whitefly will be about. Blast off with a hose or spray with warm soapy water. If early frosts are a concern, protect seedlings with a cloche or growing tunnel. In the fruit garden Autumn is a busy time for the home orchardist as new season fruit trees

make their way to the garden centre and existing trees are laden with fruit. Fertilise citrus trees in early autumn unless there is threat of frost. Prepare new planting sites with compost and plant into garden mix. Protect grape vines with bird netting. In the flower garden Autumn in the flower garden signals a time to change to new season’s potted colour. Pansies, violas, and polyanthus are more tolerant of the cooler weather. It is the best time to plant bulbs for spring flowering. Basic maintenance in the flower garden requires pruning back flowering plants that have finished for the season. Support taller flowering plants like dahlias and sweet peas with frames or stakes. Mulch your flower beds to suppress weeds and protect plants from the cooler months ahead.

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