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Bond Road, Te Awamutu, P.O. Box 437 7888233AA Fax (07) 871-4069 A/H (07) 871-7336 email: [email protected] Published Tuesday and Thursday WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 Circulated FREE to all households throughout Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. Extra copies 40c. BRIEFLY Maunga stouch getting serious Jack carries Treaty handling disgruntlement at heart of landowners’ lockout out mission BY GRANT JOHNSTON Nine-year-old Jack Chapman-Lanting has been Whichever side of the fence you named World Conservation are on, the impasse between some Youth Ambassador of the Year landowners whose properties abutt by One World Conservation Maungatautari Ecological Island Foundation in America. and the trust administering it is a serious issue. This was in recognition of A group of several landowners the once shy Te Awamutu recently locked their farm gates, youngster’s efforts to publicise denying access to MEIT staff and the plight of endangered volunteers to carry out monitoring elephants in Thailand, and his and fence maintenance and repairs. fundraising efforts to save an The inability to carry out main- elephant. tenance and repairs to the fence, in He and his parents have just particular, puts this maginificant, returned from Thailand where multi-million dollar project at risk. Jack saved a female elephant, ‘‘Aside from the obvious risks participated in her rehoming at the stance of a few landowners the Elephant Nature Park and presents to the project, I am aston- named her Kwan Jai — which ished that people who fully is Thai for beloved. supported the idea of an ecological See full story page 12. island are now prepared to jeopard- ise their own hard work and Banking on millions of dollars of public funds in a bid to highlight their opposition to CFP Chrissy cheer iwi participation in the THOUSANDS of feet have walked the Nikau Track in Maungataitari’s southern enclosure, enjoying re- Westpac Bank is once again Maungatautari project,’’ says MEIT generated native bush and hearing and sometimes seeing threatened indigenous bird and other species. A independent chairperson, Doug stradooff involving landowners and MEIT threatens the priceless project. this Christmas a collection Arcus. point for Te Awamutu Food Spokesperson for the long rush to give our country away. group. Along with other MEIT will be denied no matter what the Bank and gifts for local children ‘Maungatautari Landowners Coun- Today it is this mountain and all the trustees, including mana whenua, I circumstances. in need. cil’, Warren Charleston, says they millions of dollars that have been am prepared to meet with members ‘‘MEIT will now implement its The bank’s front window are making a stand against what spent on it by this community. of the group at any time in an operations contingency plan to do sports a Christmas tree and they see as ‘‘a land grab by a small Tomorrow it will be the beaches attempt to resolve the issues of the whatever is possible to cover a appeal. Westpac is also still Maori splinter group for one of New and more rivers. We are pleading group.’’ breach of the fence within a no-go accepting donations for the Zealand’s ecological jewels, the with you to start listening to New Mr Arcus says there is a range of area. That may prove very costly, families of the Pike River Mine Maungatautari Reserve’’. Zealanders.’’ potential implications of landowner particularly if aerial support is disaster — no doubt facing a ‘‘Our organisation was formed The stance of the Maungatautari actions. required.’’ tough Christmas period. as a result of the landowners’ Landowners Council appears non ‘‘We have put on hold all moni- Mr Arcus says he understand representative (Peter Holmes) negotiable. toring that requires access through the demands of the group to include Final paper being thrown off the Maungatautari “The gates are locked and with the locked gates. This is not desir- immediate withdrawal of the This is last Te Awamutu Ecological Island Trust board each new hail of abuse, landowners able and may mean we are without Treaty Claim (the MEIT Trust Deed Courier for 2010. The first issue because he didn’t agree with an iwi become more determined to keep useful data. However, it is not signed in 2001 contains a provision for 2011 — our centennial year demand for control of the trust.’’ them locked.” absolutely imperative for the sur- that “In achieving the charitable — will be published on Former MEIT chairperson and Mr Arcus counters that the vival of the project in the short purposes of the trust the trustees Wednesday, January 12. founder, David Wallace has also group has issued a set of demands term. shall respect the spirit and prin- The Te Awamutu Courier resigned from the trust. that are unreasonable and ‘‘The position relating to the ciples of the Treaty of Waitangi”), It appears that deep seated unrealistic. fence is more serious. We have a core funders (Waipa DC, EW and team wishes everyone a safe resentment of the way Treaty settle- ‘‘It appears they are being ill- sophisticated alarm system which DoC) should withdraw (MEIT is and happy festive season. ments have been handled in New advised by someone who clearly is triggered in the event of veg- currently totally dependent on Zealand is at the heart of the protest does not understand the back- etation falling on the fence which funding from those agencies. If that Bus timetables action. ground to this project and the wider may cause a problem. If there were funding were to cease, the project is The timetable and pricing “All across the country land is community in which it operates. to be a serious breach, then of insolvent and would have to shut for the new bus service running being lost to dubious Treaty settle- The group’s demands are based on course immediate and decisive down immediately), immediate between Kihikihi, Te Awamutu ments. We are saying ‘enough’. This misunderstandings of three separ- action is required. resignation of two of the current and Hamilton is now available Maungatautari Reserve is a ate issues, not all in the control of ‘‘The recent breach of the fence land owner trustees and a Waipa from i-Sites, Citizens’ Advice national asset that needs to be kept MEIT — the Treaty claim, land and at Mr Wallace’s own property is a District Council staff member, Mr Bureaus and Council offices. It for all New Zealanders not casually fence issues, and MEIT governance. graphic indication of how quickly Arcus himself and reinstituting the will also be available online at given away by Treaty Negotiation ‘‘I give my assurance to the wildlife can suffer following a former MEIT governance pro- www.busit.co.nz Minister Chris Findlayson,’’ Mr MEIT community that I will do breach. We do not want a repeat of visions as they existed prior to the The service uses brand new Charleston says. what I can to protect the success of that incident, in which I understand governance review. buses and travellers will also “We are being badly let down by the project. I have asked to meet 11 of 13 kiwi were killed within a Mr Arcus says the governance be able to use the Busit our government at both local and with all landowners to try to under- very short time period when a stoat review process has been thorough Smartcard on the route, a central level. stand their concerns and look for got in through the hole in the fence. and inclusive. ‘stored value’ card that bus ”Our message to Prime Minister resolutions. Because the group ‘‘We sought an assurance from ‘‘It is unrealistic to consider that users can load with credit for John Key is we are not radical have called for my immediate resig- the landowners group that MEIT all the expectations of all can be future bus travel. people, but we have been driven to nation, I am actively seeking will be allowed access in the event satisfied.’’ take action that we would not have alternative avenues for continuing of the fence alarm being triggered. See comments by former Trust thought of doing but for this head- dialogue with members of the We have been advised that access CEO, Jim Mylchreest, on page 3.

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Salt Water Sports Fishing 7888185AA KAWHIA HIGH TIDES Council goes back to the ADD FIVE MINUTES FOR RAGLAN HARBOUR WEDNESDAY: 5.06am & 5.32am THURSDAY: 5.49am & 6.17pm FRIDAY: 6.33am & 7.03pm SATURDAY: 7.18am & 7.51pm ‘voting board’ on funding SUNDAY: 8.05am & 8.41pm MONDAY: 8.57am & 9.33pm TUESDAY: 9.53am & 10.30pm WEDNESDAY 10.56am & 11.32pm Resolution to grant $175,000 to project may be overturned

BY GRANT JOHNSTON cillors appearing to declare This was declined, but indi- that Kaipaki had contributed they are against the resolution cation was given of support in much more in reserve Merry Christmas An extra-ordinary meeting in its current form, it appears principle and favourable con- contributions than it had of Waipa District Council will doomed. sideration on demonstration of received, the community be held tomorrow to discuss A delegation of these coun- ability of the Kaipaki commun- believed they had achieved & Happy Holidays revoking a resolution made at cillors advised the Courier that ity to substantially advance what was asked of them, last Tuesday’s monthly meet- they could not support the the project. Council’s contribution could ing concerning a grant to motion, particularly in light of Council’s response be met from the sale of two Safe Boating Kaipaki Reserve Development a presentation they sat suggested the ideal timing for a surplus sections at Kaipaki Project. through on Tuesday morning future funding request would and that Council would be After a lengthy discussion from consultants engaged by be the 2011/12 annual plan. gifted an asset once the project & Tight Lines at last week’s meeting, a Council. The staff report to last was completed with a value up motion by Cr Bruce Thomas to Council chief executive week’s meeting stated that the to $1.5 Million. The Salt Water Team provide a grant of $175,000 Garry Dyet advised council- Hall Association’s project Members of the delegation towards the cost of significant lors that the report showed team took Council’s response of councillors who approached development works on the that Council needed to look to be an indication of funding the Courier said there in reserve at Kaipaki, seconded very closely at some of the support, provided they could favour of assisting what was a 166 Cambridge Rd by Cr Diane Sharpe, was put to proposals in its 10-year plan to bring Kaipaki community and worthwhile community pro- Te Awamutu, the vote. see if they were affordable, and a reasonable amount of in-kind ject, but not to the extent of Ph 871 6793 Council would also fund a if so, what the impacts would or other self generated funding Tuesday’s motion. loan of $25,000 towards the cost be on rates. support on board. Mayor Alan Livingston of the project through loan A staff report to the meeting During the latter part of says the meeting process was YOUR LOCAL borrowings, with the full cost contained a recommendation 2010 the project team has carefully and correctly fol- HOME AIR of servicing and repaying this that Council fund the $25,000 organised tennis court lowed and the decision to sup- borrowing being met by the loan (through the Kaipaki Hall resurfacing and re-fencing and port Cr Thomas’ recommenda- CONDITIONING local Kaipaki community targeted rate) and fund the cricket ground earthworks, tion was clear on the verbal SPECIALISTS through the Kaipaki Hall balance of any shortfall on the much of it through in-kind vote. IN DUCTED targeted rate. project to a maximum of contributions and discounted ‘‘No additional information After voting, Waipa Mayor $55,000 through loan contract rates. has been provided on this SYSTEMS Alan Livingston (who was borrowings with servicing and They have also advised that subject so I am uncertain as to chairing the meeting) declared repayment of the borrowing over $70,000 in grants has been the basis for this request (for the resolution passed. met district-wide. received or promised. an extra-ordinary meeting),’’ However, subsequently six The staff report to The Hall Association was Mr Livingston says. councillors (Hazel Barnes, Tuesday’s meeting indicated dependent on Council for ‘‘To that end, I am very Laurie Hoverd, Sue Milner, concerns about the request for funding for balance of the the sorry that the delegation of Joe Scarramuzza, George a $175,000 grant. cricket ground development councillors saw fit to get to go TOSHIBA HEAT PUMPS Simmons and Vern Wilson) The Kaipaki Settlers Hall and the new pavillion exten- straight to the media, rather DOMESTIC/COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL have signed a revocation Association submitted to the sion. than working through the SERVICE & REPAIRS order. 2010/11 annual plan process, ‘‘The project team, led by issue with me and the chief Call now for a Apparently Marcus Gower seeking this funding support John Parker, has clearly been executive.’’ voted against the motion, but for the major development pro- successful in driving this pro- It seems likely that as well FREE Quote he was away from the area on ject which involves upgrading ject forward to the point where as the Kaipaki project, there 0800 725 892 REFRIGERATION Friday when the revocation the tennis courts and cricket it is today,’’ said the staff will be lively debate at SERVICES LTD order was signed. ground and adding a pavillion report. tomorrow’s meeting about 166 Cambridge Rd, Te Awamutu, Ph 871 6793 With seven of the 12 coun- extension to the existing hall. 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Te Awamutu ranger leader able to attend the awards event was presented to Sharlene These include leadership Jacquie Rice received two at the Firth Tower complex. Charleston of Pirongia. and community service, out- awards at the GirlGuiding Wai- Three awards were pre- Sharlene is involved with the door and technology skills and kato annual regional awards sented at Regional level. girls in the units and also more. function in Matamata. The recipients of Level 1, Te heads the Region Outdoor team This is the highest award a While Mrs Rice was Ara award were Kim Sargent, a involved with Region events. member can earn in the Guid- expecting to receive her 30 year Brownie leader in Te Awa- A long service award of 40 ing programme. It is a valuable bar for service to Guiding, it mutu and Michelle Gillard, a years service with the girls, CV item. was the presentation of a Pippin leader in Te Awamutu. was presented to Karen Three others from the unit national award that took her Both leaders were recognised Howard, Ranger leader in Te have completed their Queen’s by surprise. for their programme skills. Awamutu. Guide award this year and will ‘‘I had no idea I was going to Level 2 awards, Te RANGERS be presented with the certifi- receive the award, it was very Kaiarahi, which recognise pro- The Te Awamutu Ranger cate at Government House next unexpected.’’ gramme skills and a wider unit of GirlGuiding Waikato year. The Fern Award is for ser- contribution to the district, has once again been repre- They are Katie Mourits vice with leaders, girls and the were presented to Sonja sented at the Queen’s Guide (Ohaupo), Rosanna Paine community. Barlow, Guide leader of and Queen’s Scout presenta- (Piopio) and Lisa Quigg (cur- Waipa-Waitomo district co- Pirongia, Sue Bethell a Guide tions at Government House. rently living with her family in ordinator Karen Howard says leader in Te Awamutu and to Catherine Maidment, India). is was well deserved. Jenifer Reinhardt of Benney- Christine Wellington and Lisa and her sister Melanie ‘‘Jacquie has a wealth of dale who is the guide leader in Claire Burnett, all former work as “Lones” which is the information and skills which Te Kuiti. These leaders are also members of the Te Awamutu programme of Guiding by she shares from her wide range involved in the camping and Ranger Unit, completed their internet, phone, mail etc. of experiences serving in the outdoor aspects of Guiding. awards by the end of 2009 in Te Awamutu area.’’ The third level award of Te order to be presented this year. TC161210CA02 Mrs Rice began with guid- Arataki which recognises out- The Queen’s Guide pro- RIGHT: Fern Award recipient ing 33 years ago when her standing Guiding work in the gramme extends over four Jacquie Rice with gifts daughter joined as a Brownie, community and also work years and covers a wide range received at the regional so it was fitting her family was within the unit with the girls, of skills. awards ceremony. Local paramedic on St John honours list

St John Central Region cele- officer in Te Kuiti and went on to road, involved in clinical response ations team he manages.’’ brated International Volunteer become the station manager. and incident management for the St John Central Region general Day by thanking hundreds of local He was closely involved in the region. He is a specialist rescue manager Eddie Jackson says all of volunteers and announcing the implementation of casual ambu- officer and works with the crew of the volunteers in our region dedi- annual St John Honours List. lance staff for the Te Kuiti, Otoro- the Westpac air ambulance. cate their time, skills and com- On this year’s list is Ray hanga and Piopio areas. In his citation for the Member of passion to serving their local com- Bestwick of Te Awamutu who has In 1999 he joined the Te Awa- the Order of St John it was noted munities. been made a Member of the Order mutu station and became area that during almost 20 years service “Our volunteers are crucial to of St John. manager for Waikato - King Mr Bestwick has consistently gone providing our full range of services Mr Bestwick joined St John in Country. above and beyond what is required including ambulance services, 1984 as a Community Services and He was seconded to the Hamil- or expected from his paid roles. first aid training, community care Ambulance volunteer in the ton station in 2004 to assist with Mr Bestwick co-ordinates and services and youth programmes. Huntly Adult Division. managing the North Waikato area. manages volunteer training each “Our volunteers come from all In 1991 he transferred to the Mr Bestwick is currently the week and has an active volunteer walks of life, age groups and Frankton Railway Adult Division Operations Team Manager for the recruitment programme in place. occupations but they all have one and was a founding member of the Hamilton Station where he worked ‘‘He contributes this in his own thing in common – a commitment Hamilton Auxilliary Ambulance with 18 full time staff and 60 time even on his days off. Ray is a to communities and to enhancing Officers (ambulance volunteers). volunteers. charismatic leader, a role model the health and well-being of New RAY BESTWICK In 1995 he became a fulltime Much of his time is spent on the and is well respected by the oper- Zealanders.”

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Te Awamutu driver Con ‘‘It’s the generosity of busi- Williams is the winner of this nesses in our community that year’s Pakeke Lions raffle. make this raffle possible.’’ Mr Williams is a regular sup- Second prize went to Gordon porter of the raffle and was Blackstock, while third prize delighted to win the sleigh full of went to Olga Barnes. goodies. Pakeke Lions sleigh raffle He says several of the items convenor Ian Grey says his organ- have been put aside for his chil- isation once again appreciated HOT dren and four grandchildren, the support of the community in ■ Lovely Christmas parade in while the rest are being given to buying tickets. the Salvation Army Christmas He also thanks local busi- Te Awamutu Appeal. nesses that donated items for He thanks the Pakeke Lions for prizes, despite 2010 being a diffi- ■ Generous people support- the wonderful work they do in cult economic year. ing the Lockley family fundraising for the community. Funds raised through the He also sends a special thanks Pakeke Lions sleigh raffle will be to local businesses that support distributed into the community ■ Sharing Christmas spirit the raffle. next year. with friends and family TC161210SP08 PICTURED RIGHT: Pakeke Lions sleigh raffle convenor Ian Grey NOT (right) congratulates winner Con Williams. ■ Drivers blocking clearway Info, heritage on Alexandra Street and cars turning right into Market Street Stay safe during festive season at Pirongia ■ Selfi sh people on pedestrian St John Te Awamutu Station Mana- EASY ACCESS Pirongia Heritage crossings - try to cross in a ger Pauline Austin thanks everyone in She reminds people to make sure their and Information Centre gap so that the traffi c fl ows the community for their tremendous rural or street number is clearly visible at will be open on a num- - if the driver stops a nod of support of St John during 2010. the end of their driveway. ber of days this festive thanks would be nice! ‘‘You have all played an essential ‘‘Finding house numbers can be diffi- season, although not role in assisting helping our organisa- cult if shrubs are covering the numbers or Christmas Day and Box- ■ The state of the trees and tion. if driveways are overgrown with plants ing Day. lawns in the main street ‘‘From volunteering on the ambu- and hanging branches. The centre, in the lance, giving donations during appeals ‘‘In an emergency situation it helps to former church building or supporting our St John youth pro- have clear access so we are able to transfer in Franklin Street along- TEXT: write HOT or NOT then your gramme, your help has enabled us to a patient quickly and easily.’’ side Pirongia Fire opinion. Send to 021 521 947 continue to be a vital part of the local JOIN ST JOHN Station, will be open community.’’ Ms Austin says there are a number of from 10.30am-3.30pm on FESTIVE SEASON different roles and activities you can Friday, December 24, EMAIL: write HOT or NOT then your As we head into the festive season, volunteer for within St John. Wednesday, December opinion. Send to Ms Austin reminds everyone to take ‘‘If you have been thinking about 29, Friday, December 31, care of themselves and of each other. volunteering, please call into the St John Saturday, January 1, [email protected] ‘‘Consider fatigue before driving Te Awamutu station in Palmer Street. Sunday, January 2 and and, with Christmas and work parties ‘‘We are always looking for more Wednesday, January 5. DROP: write HOT or NOT then your well underway, please take time to volunteers and would love to meet you.’’ On Boxing Day, opinion. Drop into our offi ce think about how you and your friends Te Awamutu St John Ambulance staff Pirongia Market Day 336 Alexandra Street and colleagues are going to get home would like to wish everyone a very Merry will run from 9-2pm at safely.’’ Christmas and a safe and happy New Year. PAULINE AUSTIN Pirongia Memorial Hall. CHRISTMAS SPECIALS Buy the kids a Honda - AND YOUR CHOICE OF for Christmas and $50 FREE ACCESSORIES

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Jack’s $20,000 converted to 500,000 FISHING she would never have eaten The profound attachment baht. before and pineapples quickly Kwan Jai had to Jack surprised After the truck hire he had became a favourite for which she everyone and they played, ran around 205,000 baht left — not would do almost anything. and touched at every opportunity. enough to rescue another ele- Jack was with her daily from She was free and seemed to phant on his own but there is day break till dark and took on the know that Jack had given her that another rescue Lek is negotiating responsibility of preparing her gift. to save a baby and mother and food, cleaning up mountains of So what now for Jack? He Jack asked that his remaining SALE! poo, cleaning her wounds, her wants to save more elephants. He money be pooled with others to eyes and administering medicine. also wants to become an elephant help these two. 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Ph: 871 4918, 156 TEASDALE ST Off-street parking at rear 367 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu • 07 870 3938 Email: [email protected] 16 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 Shop TA promotion huge success YOUR LETTERS Bigger promotion planned next year, plus mid year events Hospital care

Shop TA organisers are Beyond winning receipt). in the town. support this hugely successful was first class hailing the Christmas Shop- Te Awamutu Chamber of Jess Novak of TA Shoes promotion. ping Promotion as a huge Commerce retailers group was said she was so busy on parade ‘‘All the credit for this suc- success after the last draw on overwhelmed with the success day that the shop stayed open cess lies with the hardworking I recently had a short stay in Ward 25 at Saturday. of the promotion. until 4pm. She said the atmo- retail group ‘Shop TA’. In 2011, Waikato Hospital. It was a pleasant and memor- At this final draw in the ‘‘We aimed for $3000 of sphere on the day was ‘‘totally as Te Awamutu Chamber able time to encounter the busy but smooth flow of three week promotion, five donations from business and buzzing — the place was abso- celebrates 100 years of working hospital life, the care and attention; also the winners received a timely reached over $5000. Retailers lutely humming!’’ to support local businesses, catering I could not fault. boost to their Christmas have reported a real difference Chris Smith of Selectrix we’ll be working with Shop TA I wish to thank them for all their care, as well as celebrations: in local sales — particularly on also said that for the first time to help ‘keep it local’. As 2010 the Government for funding such a marvellous $1000 shopping vouchers: Parade Day (December 11) in many years, Christmas Par- has been admittedly a tough institution. Sharon Shearer (Fresh Choice when traditionally very little ade day was also a good year for retail and business in The staff at Waikato Hospital appears to be from winning receipt); $1000 shop- sales have been achieved. trading day. Te Awamutu, it’s great to close a large variety of countries from around the world, ping vouchers: Ross Murphy Alison Muggerige of Lily’s ‘‘Every draw created a won- the year on such a positive and the way they go about their jobs and relate to (Selectrix winning receipt); Fashions, one of the organisers derful, excited atmosphere. note. patients and other staff in happy caring way, all co- gift basket from Fresh Choice: and driving forces behind the Retailers are a huge part of our ‘‘Next year Shop TA are operating and pulling together, is an example to Marilyn Anderson (Sanders promotion, said her sales were community and it’s wonderful planning an even bigger and international world communities. Chemist winning receipt); gift more than 300% up on previ- to be able to give back this better Christmas celebration It could be used as an example for everyone’s basket from Fresh Choice: ous years on Christmas Parade Christmas.’’ — and some mid-year events benefit. Paula Cheesman (Bed Bath day. She spoke to a Hamilton Chamber of Commerce too. If you still have Christmas Merry Christmas everyone. and Beyond winning receipt); customer who was awestruck chief executive officer Rachel shopping to do, Te Awamutu EWAN D. MACDONALD Lamb from Origin Real Estate: by the wonderful sense of com- Blake said the Chamber was shops are open late tonight and Barbara Linton (Bed Bath and munity and great atmosphere delighted to have been able to until 5pm on Christmas Eve.’’ Retailers gave town a Christmas to cherish

On behalf of the executive and members of the Chamber of Commerce I’d like to thank all those retailers who got behind the Shop TA Christmas Shopping Promotion. The hard-working Shop TA Committee put an incredible amount of time and effort into visiting individual businesses and pulling together the promotion – they deserve a huge pat on the back! It’s been absolutely wonderful to see the delight on the faces of the winners – over $5000 worth of prizes in total – and a great way for the business community to give back to the wider community. Another benefit was the ‘buzzing’ atmosphere on each of the draw days. Next year Shop TA plan to build on this and work towards an even more exciting atmosphere in our town in the run-up to Christmas. So 2011, here we come! Thank you to everyone who got behind the promotion, your generosity made such a differ- ence. Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year to all. RACHEL BLAKE CEO, Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce KK Rotary rewards top gardeners

Kihikihi Rotary Club recently presented prizes to winners of its annual Kihikihi garden competi- tion. The competition is judged ‘from the street’. Winner was Diane and Stu Gudsell’s property at 10 Meadowbank Crescent, with Janice and Richard Chalecki’s property at 102/4 Herbert Street runner up and Moira and Andy Fox’s property at 4 Hall Street third. Highly commended was Phyllis Payne’s prop- erty at 14 Walmsley Street. Prizes, sponsored by Ngaroto Nurseries, were presented at a function at Ngaroto Nurseries. A Community Award was also presented to Peter Graydon of Ngaroto Nurseries for his many years of sponsorship and support for the annual event. TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 17 Successful year for Intermediate kapa haka

TC221210SP5A TC221210SP5B WAIATA time for Meniatoria Tupaea, Anahera Manuel-Ngahiwi, Waimarie Awhitu-Ball and ‘BRINGING IT’: Brandon McIndoe, Jason Gwynn, Mason Phillips and Cleveland Daniels- Zion Harrison. Pittar give their all during a haka.

Te Awamutu Intermediate Festival at Waihi Community mainstream schools. ary Regionals in Te Kuiti. next two years. Kapa Haka Roopu has performed Marae. They collected four taonga They were placed second for Te Awamutu Intermediate brilliantly in 2010, but will be Te Awamutu Intermediate (trophies) out of the seven they originality in the non aggregate Kapa Haka Roopu and tutors striving to reach even higher competed against other contested — for waiata tira section. expressed appreciation to parents standards in future. intermediates and primary (choral), whakaeke (entrance) The standard of kapa haka in and supporters for their hard A three month period of ‘live- schools within the Tainui area, moteatea and whakawatea (exit). this competition was very high, work and support with the live- ins’ and after school practices paid ranging from kura kaupapa (total The following day the roopu which Te Awamutu Intermediate ins, practices and fundraising off at the 37th Hauraki Kapa Haka immersion Maori schools) to attended the Tainui Waka Prim- will be striving to reach over the initiatives. Scouts will enjoy an Amazing Race Kory’s trust sizzling for Starship families The Kory Downie-Boyte Memorial Trust members are Mrs Downie-Boyte’s sister An Amazing Race around Te Awamutu is One of these bases includes a community has 95 ‘away from home packs’ to donate to Debbie and Helen Williams. part of the 19th NZ Scout Jamboree, being held service element. The scouts will be hand Starship Hospital for families staying in ‘‘John from Goodman Fielder in Hamil- at Mystery Creek Events Centre, from Decem- painting concrete garden plaques/moulds. Auckland with their sick children. ton called Debbie just before the last sausage ber 29-January 6. Members of the public who would like a free A sausage sizzle on Sunday raised $345 sizzle and said he had some sausages to Te Awamutu will be an off-site base for the one of these are welcome to head to the base for the cause, following one last month donate,’’ Mrs Downie-Boyte says. Jamboree and locally Lisa Holstein has which will be positioned in the Sculpture Park. which raised just over $700. ‘‘He then filled her freezer with sausages arranged for the Amazing Race, in conjunction Other bases include pioneering a merry-go- The 95 packs will be enough for up to six and bacon, so between that and donations with Waipa District Council, Pop‘n’Good Pop- round (Memorial Park), gladiators (Rose Gar- months, depending on how busy Starship is. from Willie Lord Concrete Placers and Te corn and Te Awamutu Museum. den), milk crate stacking (Selwyn Park), tent Carl Boyte and Alison Downie-Boyte Awamutu Plumbing and Drainage, pro- It will take place from December 30 to 31 and erecting (Scout Lane), popping corn over fire were determined that some good should ceeds of the sausage sizzle are all profit. January 2 to 6. During this time 80-100 scouts (Pop‘n’Good factory) and Te Awamutu History come from the tragic passing of their Other businesses to support us include will be participating in eight base activities Hunt (Te Awamutu Museum). They finish off 14-month-old son Kory in August, 2008, so Sanders Chemist, Paper Plus and Marshalls around Te Awamutu. the day with a swim at the Events Centre. they started up the trust. Other trust Pharmacy — they’ve all been great.’’ 7897987AA 18 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 7890331AA TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 19 Young Te Awamutu stars could shine in Maori Golf Nationals in January

BY COLIN THORSEN national tournament. Two years ago at Christchurch, Local hopes will rest on the Haumaha (now 17) won the national shoulders of young Compton Pikari Maori junior match play title, while when the 74th New Zealand Maori Hohepa, as a mere 10-year-old, won Golf Championships are held in Te the junior strokeplay for juniors (all Awamutu from January 10-14, 2011. ages, handicaps 17-24) with rounds The championships — hosted by of 84 and 92 to be top match play Te Kiteroa Maori Golf — are being qualifier at the Waimairi Beach held on three courses, Te Awamutu, course. Stewart Alexander and Cambridge Haumaha caused a boilover after with all finals being held at Te scraping into the top 16, making a Awamutu on Friday, January 14, mockery of his 16th seeding by starting at 8am. stringing together four straight Te Awamutu’s rising star, wins. 15-year-old Compton Pikari has the His first scalp was none other ability to win the title, emulating than top seed Herewini Hohepa. the feats of past Te Awamutu Coach Vic Roberts was reported winners Mervyn Phillips (1956), in the Courier at the time: ‘‘Their Jim Matahaere (1968) and three performance was mind-blowing and times champion Phil Tataurangi. real exciting ahead of Te Awamutu Should he do so, Pikari would hosting the 74th Maori nationals in become the youngest player to ever two years time.’’ win the title. Haumaha has subsequently That record is currently held by reduced to a 10.2 handicap and eight times national Maori cham- Hohepa 10.7. The pair seem likely to pion Trevor Ormsby. He recorded contest the intermediate division. his first win in 1959 at Taumarunui The women’s field includes two aged 17. CFP potential future internationals in The Waitomo club member still COMPTON PIKARI 0.3 handicapper Phobe Perrin (18) of plays every week at Te Awamutu Waitangi Golf Club and 5.3 handi- but is a doubtful starter in this Te Awamutu has hosted the capper Tyla King (11) of Opotiki — year’s week-long Maori tourna- Maori nationals twice previously, both sponsored by New Zealand CFP ment. in 1960 when Trevor Ormsby (men) Maori Golf. TE AWAMUTU young guns Herewini Hohepa (left) and Te Heketanga Pikari, who plays off a plus-one and P. August (women) prevailed, Perrin plays No. 1 for the North- Haumaha with their trophies on their return from last year’s New handicap, forced his way into the and 1989 when Akarana’s Wayne land women’s team and recently Zealand Maori Golf Nationals in Christchurch. Waikato inter-provincial team for Mathews sunk a 10 metre putt on won the Northland champion of last week’s national tournament in the 19th to beat Phil Tataurangi in champions with a course record in their respective divisions, rounds of matchplay on Wednesday Wellington — becoming the the men’s final. five-under-par. playing in 45 degrees c. and Thursday. The tournament youngest player in history to make The 1989 women’s title went to Wiz kid Tyla King show cased The 2011 New Zealand Maori concludes on Friday with finals of the team and, on debut, performed Wairoa’s Eileen Himona with a 4/3 her immense talent at this year’s Golf Championships begin in Te all championship grades being as well as any of the Waikato win over Paraparaumu’s Tracey Junior World Golf Championships Awamutu with a free practice played at Te Awamutu course. players. McCarten. at San Diego area golf courses from round on Monday, January 10. A formal awards evening and The exciting young prospect will It promises to be a mouth- July 12-16, finishing 36th overall The official welcome (powhiri) dinner will take place on the Friday go into the Maori nationals with his watering prospect watching the and inside the Top 10 for her age will be held on Sunday at the evening. confidence running high, having progress of Pikari and his exciting division — a remarkable achieve- Parawera Marae at 4pm, followed Members of the public are wel- shot a five-under-par 65 on his young Te Awamutu club-mates ment considering the odds. by the Hakari (welcome dinner). come to attend any day’s play at Te hometown Te Awamutu course on Herewini Hohepa and Te Three thousand kids were there Qualifying rounds will be played Awamutu, Stewart Alexander or November 30. Heketanga (Tex) Haumaha in the vying to be crowned World Champs on Monday and Tuesday, with two Cambridge courses. 7890450AA

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Children’s entertainment and the St John’s Charity Sulky Race featuring local galloping and harness identities - 12 great races featuring the Brown Pennell Te Awamutu Grass Cup 7890399AA TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 21 ry C hristmas TA Squash teams pull off MerMerry ChristmasYear! aandnd HaHappyppy NewNew Year! spring pennant treble We hope to see you soon! Veteran Les Brain still going strong aged 74 from Phineas & Flora Firkin BY COLIN THORSEN the champion division nine

side during the competition 7891815AA Te Awamutu Squash Club were Trevor Donaghy, Michael completed the competitive Fairhurst and Mark Ouston. season on a high note — The division two men only scooping three titles in the lost twice during round-robin Waikato-wide Spring Pennant play, beat Cambridge 3-1 in the interclub competitions. semi-finals and Hamilton 2-2 Both the division two men’s (on a countback) in the final. 235 SLOANE ST, TE AWAMUTU (Formerly Woolly’s Bar). and ladies’ teams triumphed, Gregg Ticklepenny had a PH: 07 871 4847. OPEN 10AM DAILY! along with the men’s division surprise 3-1 loss in the final, nine side. Craig Watkinson followed with The champion division nine a convincing 3-0 win, offset by line-up included the durable Scott Hill’s 3-0 loss — leaving a 74-year-old Les Brain. The nail-biting finish with Cliff regular fixture in Te Awamutu Nightingale having to win in pennant teams since 1962 col- three games to secure a victory. lected his second pennant, He did so, winning a marathon having previously waited 33 third game 15-14 to clinch the TE AWAMUTU COURIER, years to obtain his first pen- title for his team. 336 Alexandra St, Te Awamutu nant when winning a winter Greg Gane had a deserved title in 1995. rest on the night. Phone Office / Classifieds (07) 871 5151 Brain is a seven times Te Te Awamutu’s division two Office Hours: 8.00am to 5.00pm Awamutu club champion, ladies’ team were in peak form having reigned supreme from for the final against Te Rapa, 1962 to 1969, with the exception coming off the back of training Manager: Alan Price of 1968 when beaten in the final for the C grade nationals. Editor: Grant Johnston by the late Jim Forshaw. Jo Armstrong unfortunately Reporters: Colin Thorsen, Dean Taylor, Cathy Asplin He puts his longevity in the ended her winning streak of 14 Editorial a/hrs number: 871 9896 sport down to playing plenty of matches in a row losing 3-2 golf and keeping active. (only her second loss for the Fax number: (07) 871 3697 ‘‘I’ve been lucky health wise year), Yvonne Collins won 3-2 Email: [email protected] — having no problems with and Pip Gray lost 3-2. Alison joints to date — play golf at Tuck and Vanessa Robb were Advertising Representatives: least twice a week, sometimes given a break for the night, four times, as well as interclub leaving captain Nicky Timmo Dorinda Courtney, Janet Uttinger tennis in the local Kakepuku the tough ask of winning by at Fax number: (07) 871 3675 Cup competition.’’ least a 3-1 margin to clinch the Email: [email protected] Brain is a life member of title.

both the Te Awamutu tennis She managed to take the win 7888689AA and squash clubs. 3-1, finishing off a hugely suc- Printers: APN Print Ellerslie Despite being in the twilight cessful year on a high note. of his squash career, the long Two further Te Awamutu serving club member is still teams finished runners-up in TC221210CT01 competitive on the court. the interclub, the division SEVEN TIMES Te Awamutu club champion during the 1960s, Up against Taumarunui in seven ladies, captained by Les Brain records crucial win helping his division nine men’s the Spring Pennant final, Te Stacey Cryer, and division team beat Taumarunui in the Waikato spring pennant final. Make your business a better business! Awamutu won on a countback eight ladies, captained by after Brain won his match 3-1, Lanah Gibbes. tive season for squash mem- its 50th birthday. Mark Ivamy (captain) won 3-2, Club spokesperson, Di John- bers. ‘‘Plans are starting to be Andrew Flay lost 3-2 and Jason ston reports that the com- She says there are high made for celebrations with Strawbridge lost 3-2. pletion of spring interclub hopes of a fun filled season next both past and present mem- Other players to turn out for heralds an end to the competi- year when the club celebrates bers.’’

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Take care of all Improve the Honours were well spread in his partner, after winning the Calum McFarlane (Te Awa- Braun of Hairini with 27 games things taxation & Grow your Te Awamutu Tennis Sub two previous years playing mutu) third on 19. won over three rounds. revenue & profitability of business your business Association doubles champion- with Tony Waa. The ladies’ doubles, Runners-up were Lewis Gilby compliance wealth ship. The tournament was run as contested over two rounds, was and Ian Gilby (Ngahinapouri) Spokesperson, Marj Irvine a round-robin with all games won by Te Awamutu’s Keely with 24. Implement a Put reports that Roto-O-Rangi, Te played to nine, with a tie-break Burman and Saige Wallace Division two ladies’ cham- tailored Understand how employment Awamutu and Hairini club at 8-all. with a maximum 18 games won. pions were Taylor Karl and marketing to free up cash agreements in players all tasted success. Hitchcock and George Ngahinapouri’s Steff Mur- Jane McDermott (Te Awamutu) programme place Roto-O-Rangi’s Jeffrey emerged the victors with a ray and Pip Fullerton were the with 17 wins out of a maximum Hitchcock completed a notable maximum 27 games won over runners-up on 13, with Aimee 18.

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Te Awamutu cycling’s were to square off for the women’s team pursuit team. golden girl Rushlee Buchanan bronze medal. Ellis had a stunning year, is feeling on top of the world Following a fantastic year of winning a silver medal in the after her New Zealand women’s cycling success — BikeNZ is points race at the Common- team pursuit team won gold at celebrating the achievements wealth Games. This follows the the latest UCI World Cup in of its top riders with its silver medal she won in this Colombia. inaugural BikeNZ road and event at the 2010 UCI Track The Kiwi trio of Alison track rider of the year awards. World Championships. Shanks, Lauren Ellis and Buchanan is among the Former Te Awamutu rider, Buchanan upstaged the USA in three finalists for female track Julian Dean is a finalist in the the ride-off for gold on Friday rider of the year. men’s road rider of the year after qualifying fastest in the The current national road category. heat of the women’s 3000m champion played a key role The men’s finalists consist team pursuit earlier in the day helping New Zealand set a of New Zealand’s three top pro in Cali. They clocked 3:23.132, world record time and take a riders, Dean, Hayden Roulston while the Americans, led by bronze medal at the 2010 UCI and Greg Henderson. individual pursuit record Track World Championships The BikeNZ Road and Track holder Sarah Hammer, were in Copenhagen. Rider of the Year Awards are just under a second slower. Her pursuit team-mates being presented at an awards New Zealand changed back Alison Shanks and Lauren function on January 7 in to the same combination used Ellis are the other finalists. Christchurch — being held in in setting the world record in Shanks dominated the conjunction with the 2011 Copenhagen earlier this year individual pursuit at the Com- RaboDirect Elite Road with telling effect. monwealth Games and is a National Championships on CFP Great Britain and Germany founding member of the January 7-9. RUSHLEE BUCHANAN Rosebowl half century scored by Forsman

Waikato Valley cricket representatives came within one wicket of securing an unlikely outright victory over Poverty Bay in their two-day Fergus Hickey Rosebowl game. Batting first at the Cambridge Square, the host Merry Christmas Waikato Valley XI were dismissed for 160, with Te from the friendly team at the Awamutu Sports’ Hamish Forsman contributing 20. Poverty Bay made light work of gaining a first innings advantage, reaching 220/3 by stumps on the Te Awamutu first day. Former Wellington first class cricketer Mark Jefferson, better known for his spin bowling exploits, showed his allround capabilities scoring an unbeaten 111. Courier The Bay, somewhat surprisingly, declared at their over night score. Waikato Valley, trailing by 60 runs on the first innings, then showed much more commitment batting a second to reach 260/6 declared — Forsman (56), Gerry MacInnes, Keith Vincent and Nik Boyle all scoring half centuries — leaving the Bay to score 212 in around 50 overs. The declaration looked to be spot on when Waikato Valley had the Bay 170/9 with eight overs left but they held on for the draw, the Bay taking first innings points. We are very proud to be your local newspaper. Mooloo Girls score at SA We love being part of our community and There was much celebration from the ‘Mooloo keeping you up to date with all the news and Girls’ twilight team of Angie Way, Dawn Griffin, Bev some gossip. Herbert, Joc Jeffries and Shirley Woolly when they withstood a stern challenge from Dave Heta’s ‘Pop Gun’ team to win the pre Christmas twilight teams The Courier supports many local groups and event at Stewart Alexander Golf Club. Knowing that they had to put together a good clubs and has helped raise and donate funds score from three of their five players, Way and this year for many great causes including Te Herbert both scored 21 and a half points with Griffin chipping in with 19 to secure their win. Awamutu RSA Welfare Fund, Breast Cancer With all the girls being keen Waikato rugby Awareness, Te Awamutu Museum Archive supporters it was appropriate that the clubrooms echoed to their chant of ‘ole ole’. To cap off a great Digitisation Upgrade, Jack Chapman-Lanting night, Herbert picked up the hidden hole prize. Elephant Fundraiser and the Lockley Family Michael Parkes capped off a night of outstanding Fundraiser. scoring when he returned to the clubhouse with 28 points on his card. Karl Jones, who had a 34 off the stick, picked up 25 We are also pleased to support the Te Awamutu points along with Chris Parkes and Paul Wheeler, with Andy Johns 24, Peter Way 23 and Ken Heke 22 Chamber of Commerce, Shop TA Retail and a half being the other winners. Promotions committee and the annual Float That golfers are a hardy breed proved to be right on the mark when a surprisingly large field Parade. contested Sunday’s scramble in conditions that deteriorated as the day wore on. The rain that started out as a drizzle and then got In 2011 we will be celebrating our Centenary heavier and heavier, would have brought a smile to on April 18th and you can look forward to course manager Robert Shaw’s face. Those who handled the conditions in style some exciting changes as we commence our included Rex Mossman and Noel Oakes, who both next 100 years. came in with 42 stableford points along with Mel Brown who had a 77 gross. Others in the winning circle were Bruce Russ and George Cox 41, Rob Cave, Neal Johnston and Brian Baynes 38 and Mike Herbert 37 b/l. Goile, Smith top twilight

Denise Goile and Ant Smith carded top twilight score at Pirongia Golf Club in Monday night’s Te Awamutu Tyre Centre sponsored event with 24 points apiece. Women: D Goile 24; R Lund 19; C Grant 18; M Pengelly, E Blackwood, E Campbell, I Gray 17. Men’s front nine: R Brettell, P Morris 22; K Have a great Christmas and all the Bardsley 21; C Campbell, G Dixon 20. Men’s back nine: A Smith 24; B Cavey 22; R Davies, P Eyre, R Shaw R Scown 21; N Barrowcliffe, best for a prosperous New Year. S Gibson, B Coleman 20. Aggregate stableford competition: women: S Gray 154, I Caie 152; men: S Meddings 172, M Barclay 166. 24 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010

FORMAL Church Services Public Notices NOTICES 6270385AA Anniversaries Deaths GALBRAITH Harold John William. RUBY September 25, 1930 - December 19, 2010. WEDDING Peacefully at home. Welcomes you and your family to CLIFF - Basil and Son of the late Gladys Wendy (nee Taylor), and Joseph, and come along and celebrate with us of Kihikihi were brother of the late Enquiries phone as we see in the New Year at the married on Charles. Dearly loved December 28, 1970 uncle, great uncle and 0800 736 294 or Waipa Racing Club. at St Georges’ Anglican great great uncle of email Church, Papatoetoe. Pamela, Audrey, ta.revival@ Meeting from 8.30pm to 12.30am Our children Ingrid and Sheryl and their windowslive.com New Year’s Eve (December 31).

Chris, Kirsten, Megan, families. 7894246AA Cameron, Greer and "Too dearly loved to grandson Toby ever be forgotten." Raffles enrich our lives. A funeral Service for Kihikihi TE AWAMUTU Bird Club Harold will be held at Raffle results, first draw : Alexandra House Anglican Church ticket no.55, second draw ALEXANDRA RACING CLUB Births Chapel, 570 Alexandra : ticket no.105. BUCKLE. Street, Te Awamutu Christmas Eve - December 24 TE Awamutu Care - Founded 1866 - Kevin and Letitia are on Thursday, 9.30pm Holy Communion Society Raffle, 1st prize - thrilled to announce December 23, at Christmas Day - December 25 23 green spade - Valerie the arrival of their 1.30pm followed by a 9.30am Holy Communion Ingley, 2nd prize - 60 blue precious twins private cremation. All Christmas - December 26 hearts - Rae Pool, 3rd PIRONGIA RACES "Oliver Benjamin communications to PO 9.30am Holy Communion prize - 35 blue spades - Alexander" Box 737, Rotorua Roxy. Thanks to all BOXING DAY "Ella Lily Antonia" please.— supporters. On December 9, 2010. Te Awamutu Funeral Personal TE Awamutu Croquet 140th ANNUAL RACE DAY Services FDANZ. Move Of God Thanks to Penny A BABY? Planned or Club - Iced Christmas Sunday, December 26 Mason and all Waikato Ministries unplanned! Know your cake winner - K Sheehan. Hospital staff. options. Phone "HEALING MEETINGS" WHAREPUHUNGA Pregnancy Counselling Playcentre playground FIRST RACE : 11.30AM HILL. Wednesdays and Derek and Rebecca GREENHALGH Thursdays, Services 0800 773 4626 raffle winner, ticket no. EQUALISATOR 7227107AA (nee Woodward) are Alma Beatrice. 8.30pm, at Scout Hall anytime. 258 - M Stockburn. proud to announce the On December 17, 2010 • 10 Race programme includes Harness arrival of peacefully at Camelia All Welcome Raffles Races "Finlay Pearce" Resthome, in her 93rd • Entertainment for Young and Old year. Loved wife of the Born on December 13, • Catering and Refreshments Available 2010 at 8.15am late Bill. Loved mother TARANAKI/KING weighing 4110gms (9lb, of Maurice (Canada), METHODIST ADMISSION : 1oz). A much loved Roy and Joan, Kevin COUNTRYELECTORATE,NZNP and Lori, and Judy CHURCH Adults - $10, Children under 12 - FREE little brother for Raffle drawn under supervision Emma, Liam, and and Peter Druce. Friday, Stefan. Heartfelt Dearly loved December 24 1st 165 New Plymouth No Dogs Please thanks to our amazing grandmother and great grandmother. 7.30am 2nd 249 Opunake TAB Terminal available for midwife Jo Coulter, Christmas Eve Service 3rd 157 Te Kuiti Leanne Mackie and Rest in peace. Grateful outside betting Nanny Woodward for thanks to the staff at Christmas Day Camelia Resthome. At Winners have been advised. all your help and 9.30am Thank you for your support. support. Alma’s request, a Join with the private service has IVAMY. been held. All Presbyterians Mark and Stormie are communications, at St Andrews Public Notices delighted to announce please, to the No Service on Open 7 days 7900061AA the early arrival of Greenhalgh family, c/- Sunday,December26 ALCOHOLICS PICK YOUR OWN "Rico Michael" PO Box 137, Te Sunday, January 2 8am-5pm Awamutu please.— ANONYMOUS On November 19, 2010. Other Sundays If you want to Eftpos available Thanks to friends and Te Awamutu Funeral in January BLUEBERRIES To all our customers, Services, FDANZ. 10.00am drink that’s whanau for their love your business and support. Parish Worship It’s that time again. The Te Awamutu Courier office will be ALL IF YOU WANT At $8.50/kg picking your own is CLOSED from midday Wednesday, KRAAYVANGER. TO STOP, Proud grandparents WELCOME a fun and cheap way to get your December 22 till Monday, January 10, 2011.

THAT’S OURS 7876294AA Henry and Chris Enquiries 871-5376 blueberries. Kraayvenger and In Memoriam REV MAUREEN CALMAN Phone 871-4072 Our summer cafe is open - light Thank you for a great year and best wishes to you all! or 870-3463 Colin and Sue Corney AULT meals, refreshments or real fruit are proud to announce Winifred May Joan. ice cream or frozen yogurt - YUM! the arrival of their www.blueberry.co.nz first granddaughter On December 22, 2008. Meetings 397 JARY ROAD, OHAUPO "Annabel May" Treasured memories of Nana Ault who DUTY Ph (07) 823-6923 for info or directions Born on December 9. A passed away two years special thanks to ago. KAWHIA PHARMACY midwife Jennifer REGIONAL TE AWAMUTU Rowan. MUSEUM GALLERY PHARMACY ANNUAL GENERAL OPEN Engagements MEETING every Weekend JOLLEY FORSMAN - Saturday Reginald. 5.00pm, Wednesday, 9.00am - 5.00pm MALMSTROM. JOLLEY December 22, 2010 Steve and Lynne at Kawhia Boating Sunday Winifred. & Public Holidays Forsman of Te Precious memories and Angling Club. Awamutu along with 10.00am - 1.00pm remain forever, Contact 871-0161. Anna and Esbjorn remembered with Malmstrom of Sweden much love, Heather, are delighted to Serena, Graham, announce the Daryl, Jesse, Ethan Funeral Directors engagement of and Yannis. Andrew and Sara. Love and best wishes for your future together. Monumental Masons WAIKATO STONECRAFT Te Awamutu 41 Shakespeare Street Funeral Services

CAMBRIDGE 7898976AA Phone (07) 827-5226 570 ALEXANDRA STREET, TE AWAMUTU Alexandra House Catering Leading the way in Monumental design Come in and see Craig and the team & all Monumental Needs We can offer you; Offi ce, Chapel and Reception Lounge - A qualifi ed Graphic Artist For compassionate and caring service call - We are members of the NZ Garth & Lynette Williams

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Tees open 8.30am - 10.30am 7898680AA arene Clark THREE x three metre trailers, wheel alignment K and exhausts. Phone $20 entry MIDWIFE sheets, corrugated iron, 18 & 9 holes and non handicap unused, $45. Phone 871-3267. 871-5386. Grazing We use world class vehicle depollution systems All Welcome Supporting women who WHEELCHAIR, good 7859334AA plan to birth naturally. condition, $49. Phone SILEAGE, 20 bales, good Contact Sonny Te Kanawa 871-7706. clover/rye, fresh baled, Vehicles Wanted To Let Phone 021 617 349 Phone 871-9114 $120+gst each.Phone (07) FOUR bedroom house, Firewood 873-7459. Palmer Street, $230 p/wk. A1 Service Phone (027) 589-6416. advert kindly sponsored by Ingham Mitsubishi COLLEGE Rugby Livestock & Poultry Wanted - www.jmpropertymanagement.co.nz. Te Awamutu Fundraiser, $80m3. Phone FOUR bedroom house, 871-7567. EWES, two of older, $65 DEAD CARS rumpus, garage, pool, each. Phone (027) FAMILY DENTAL PRACTICE FIREWOOD, mixed 4m Best Dollars $330 p/wk. Phone (027) 474-4408. 589-6416. load, $300 delivered. HEAD/HUNTAWAY wish to advise all their clients that they Phone (07) 823-6712. TWO bedroom farm puppies, ready now, $50. house, 10km from town, will close on December 23 and reopen on Phone (07) 873-7670 or no dogs, references reqd, January 10, 2011. For Sale (021) 425-684. $200 p/wk. Phone 872-7773. 7860981AA For emergency treatment, please phone Pets Get that car outa there! HIGH stud building, YOUNG budgies, $10. secure, options available, 027 492 3475. Phone 871-6458. builders, boats and CHRISTMAS contractors. Phone We wish everyone a Merry Christmas TREES LOCALLY OWNEDOWNED 871-2171.

7898579AA Plants & Gardens and best wishes for 2011. 418 Waikeria Rd & OPERATEDOPERATED Phone 870-2200 LANDLORDS COMPOST 6136317AA — Paul and Christine Pratt and Staff PUKEATUA Peak Te Awamutu or Wishing your property After 5.00pm and (0800) CAR DUMP all weekends Compost, Bio Gro to be managed by Certificate 4971 CO1, for recognised professionals? $20.00 all your farming and To Let gardening requirements. TENANTS PHONE Phone Ray on (027) ROOMS TO RENT 871-1516 or (027) 220-1320 417-7665 or 871-7156. Needing help fi nding accommodation which PERFECT suits your needs? DOG CONTROL ACT 1996 CHRISTMAS TREES PRESENT 418 Waikeria Road, after STANDARDS and Contact Francene on On December 14, 2010 a report pursuant to 5.00pm and all day topiary, nursery open Mob (027) 289-3952 section 10A of the Dog Control Act 1996, was Saturday and Sunday, Fridays, 10.00am-2.00pm, A/h (07) 871-6287 adopted by Otorohanga District Council. The $20. Phone 871-1516. 132 Sainsbury Road, Portable, insulated, Pirongia or phone Susan Contact Lisa on report contains information and statistics on 7885265AA power, carpet, curtains Ranstead, 871-9105. Otorohanga District Council’s dog control activity DIAMOND Various sizes available Mob (027) 490-9294 RINGS x2, heart shaped, Immediate delivery for the year July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010. new, 1ct, $750 - registered Cars for Sale RAY WHITE MREINZ A copy of the report can be viewed on our website value $3600, Diamond Ph/txt (027) 458-2904 Offi ce 871-7149 band, new, 1ct, $500. NISSAN Maxima auto 97, CARAVANS for rent, long 7245060AA or at the Council offi ce in Maniapoto Street, Phone 871-3669 evenings. excellent condition, new Otorohanga. If you would like a copy sent to you WOF and regn, $2700 ono. term, from $35 p/wk. MODERN three bedroom please phone 07 873 4000 or 0800 734 000. ENTERTAINMENT Phone (021) 587-722. Phone (027) 440-7101. house in the country,

7894062AA $310. Phone (027) 664-7444. DC Clibbery UNIT Vehicles Wanted CHIEF EXECUTIVE MAINLY silver, with SAFE ‘N’ SOUND black, two glass shelves, STORAGE on castors, holds up to 50" HOSE AND SPRINKLER BAN television, excellent • Electric Security Fence condition, can email • 24/7 access Kawhia Community, December 24 to January 7 photograph, $60. Phone 871-7797 after 7.00pm. • Camera and patrolled Council advises that in accordance with Section 11 of surveillance the Otorohanga District Council Water Services Bylaw 7175795AA (027) 440-7101 2007, the use of town water with hoses or sprinklers THIS is the last paper for or 871-2171 DRINK WELL DRIVE SAFE 2010. The next edition is prohibited in the Kawhia Community for the period Proud to be locally from 6.00am on Friday, December 24, 2010 to 6.00pm will be Wednesday, WHERE EVER YOU ARE THIS January 12, 2011. owned and operated CHRISTMAS WE WISH YOU & YOUR on Friday, January 7, 2011. Non-compliance may potentially result in fi nancial penalties under the Local TE AWAMUTU FAMILIES A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY Government Act 2002, or permanent implementation of metered charging for water use, including levy of COURIER To all our customers, the the elevated “Peak Season” water charges. Te Awamutu Courier Office will be closed from midday, Wednesday, For Sale December 22 till Monday, Dave Chibbery January 10, 2011. Merry Christmas to you all!

A great CHIEF EXECUTIVE read TE AW COURIERAMUTU 7898669AA FOR SALE SMALL, very tidy three bedroom home, well Armchair on castors - $30, 16mm projector - $20, fenced section, no garage, 7649797AA computer table - $20, mini bar and two stalls - $25, three no dogs, $250 p/wk, available now. Phone dining chairs - $10, aluminuim pet cage - $20, rimu 871-6234. offi ce desk with three drawers - $50,large offi ce desk A great read TE AW COURIERAMUTU with three drawers - $20, three offi ce chairs blue covers TE AWAMUTU - $25, boxes of drinking glasses - $5 a box, McCullough SELF STORAGE 870-6194 610 chain saw - $200, Yamaha Passola 49cc Moped From $20 p/w with helmet - $350, set of car mags 14” fi ve stud Ford Airport-Charters-Rentals Public Notices 24hr access - $250, folding card table - $20, fax machine UF120 with Camera Surveillance two rolls of paper - $10, new tyres, 155 x 12, 175 x 65 7477510AA PH: (07) 856-7584

A great read TE AWAMUTU by 14, 185 x 65R x 14 - $50 each, Escort Mark2 brake COURIER or (027) 608-1749 OUR FIRST booster and rack and pinion - $30. 7900378AA THREE bedroom home Phone 870-6448 or with carport, fenced PAPERS FOR 2011 section, handy to town, (027) 474-4408 evenings available from January 3, $270 p/wk. Phone Glen will be Wednesday, January 12 Livestock & Poultry 871-8975. and Friday, January 14. THREE bedroom house in BYL LTD country, 12 mins from Deadline for the Wednesday Edition Livestock Brokers town, $200 p/wk, no dogs. SEE YOU IN THE Phone 870-1287. - Tuesday, January 11 A1 SELF NEW YEAR - 11.00am for all classifi ed. DAIRY SERVICE BULLS AVAILABLE STORAGE WE’LL BE BACK Deadline for the Friday Edition 7898244AA New facility, many sizes, - Thursday, January 13 FOR LEASE AND TO PURCHASE good rates, security and 7479120AA

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7900382AA the classi team Phone 0800 827-455 or (021) 912-900 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 27 To Let Computer Services Property & Home Financial Trade Services THREE bedroom house Maintenance NEED money? Get same with carport, good area, PC PROBLEMS? day approval on loans of KING COUNTRY FREE looking for great tenants, NO fix, no fee, local IT CARPET $400 to $40,000+. DRILLING Installation for FREEVIEW... WESTGATE $275 p/wk. Phone (021) professional available for *SPECIAL* this month • Crystal clear pictures PLUMBING 659-525. on site repairs, upgrades CLEANING get $3500 for just $53 per Don’t be fooled by the name, It’s and trouble shooting, PC • One off purchase charge TIDY two bedroom unit, week and pay reduced your Local Truck Based in Te Pahu For all your and laptop sales, no call College Street, $220 p/wk. IICRC Approved interest too! You’ll need a • No on-going monthly plumbing out fees for help, Phone Phone (027) 589-6416. vehicle, house or a • Offal • Soak • payments REQUIREMENTS Matt (027) 515-6996 or guarantor as security. TWO and three bedroom • Conditions apply Mark: (021) 0260-4486 870-3038. Simply call 0800 112 274 or • Surface wells • Kevin:(027)499-6181 houses. Phone 871-3702. 7899083AA Timi’s TV visit www.asset finance.co.nz A/H: 871-6687 TWO bedroom plus sun COMPUTER Repair BATHROOMS For • Lined Soak holes • 7630206AA Aerial Services specialist bathroom room, handy to shops, no IT Chargers Repair • Concete products t 07 873 6044 dogs, $200 p/wk. Phone Legal & design and accessories.

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Lawnmowing • Pruning • Section Clearing • Rubbish Removal • Hedgetrimming • Regular and one-off Phone: (0800) 84 64 84 Insured, security screened Owner/operator www.viphomeservices.co.nz SECTION SERVICES SECTION SERVICES SECTION SERVICES PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Residential / LIFESTYLE “Call your local Jim - More than just mowing” • lawn mowing Rose Pruning Replanting • pruning Garden Resurrection Garden Maintenance    • water blasting Lawnmowing Gardening Hedges   • fencing Garden Grooming Hedge Trimming Pruning Rubbish Removal   • spraying Talk to the experts ~ Reasonable Rates Clean Ups Gutter Clearing • repairs and maintenance Comprehensive Insurance Cover Phone Tess & Graham Smith Work Guaranteed Phone: (07) 872-2853 Mike Ottaway PHONE (0800) 454-6546 Mobile (027) 238-2517 Phone: 870-3920 Mobile: (021) 0223-6850 www.jims.co.nz 271TC202/06 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 29 Employment Vacancies LAWN mower job, five minutes from Te Congratulations! Awamutu, two hours approx, once a week, mower provided, suit student with own transport. Phone CINEMA SCENE 871-5256. Employment Wanted Last Paradise - a special movie event CASUAL work wanted, anything considered, section, garden, lawn, small block, house/block minding etc. Phone Ian 871-9350. DUCK shooters - Destroy the opposition. 30 day predator control program at pond on feral cats, rats, stoats and ferrets, from $200 + GST. Phone Pestilent (027) 478-3085. EXPERIENCED relief milker available, ex share milker, 35 years From Left to Right: Werner and Anne Betschart, winners experience, references. - Peter and Judith Graham, Leanne and Antony Metcalfe. Phone Ernst 870-5092. EXPERIENCED relief If you drove past the young tractor enthusiast and milker available January, sole charge, or Redoubt on Monday night shows the promise of being assist, good rates. Phone Campbell (027) 772-9166. and thought it was noisier a fantastic future tractor and than normal – you would harvester driver. FENCING have been right! FARM - Residential - From all the staff at M & B Lifestyle, for all your The prize draw for the M&B Contracting, we would TC221210SP29 fencing requirements, experience and quality Contracting Huka Lodge like to thank all our valued LAST PARADISE screening at the packed Arlington Theatre, USA. guaranteed. Phone (07) 827-1849 or mobile (027) Romantic Night Away customers for their business Te Awamutu Regent quest for adrenaline and para- with the world. 473-0001. was drawn with the lucky throughout the year and for Theatre is screening a special dise told in stunning original Through 45 years of stun- RELIEF milker available, Kiwi movie this summer — footage written, produced and ning original footage we ex sheep, Pirongia/Te winners being Judith and taking time out of the busy Last Paradise, which has won directed by Clive Neeson. relive the journey of legen- Awamutu area. Phone Peter Graham from Lochiel Christmas schedules for a number of awards including In the remote wilderness dary extreme sports pioneers Ian 871-9350. Most Popular New Zealand of New Zealand, when neces- on the roads less travelled, to Properties of Ohaupo. being with us on Monday Film at the New Zealand sity was the mother of inven- paradises which have long night for the prize draw. International Film tion, a maverick bunch of since gone.See page 31 for Te Awamutu locals Judith Festival. kids concocted a dream which summer movie screening and Peter run a dairy farm of We wish you all a Last Paradise is a 45 year they would one day share details. 460 head of cattle and have Need help? wonderful and safe Phone: (07) 871-3176 been valued customers of Christmas & New Years M&B Contracting for over and look forward to 7625828AA 7 years using M&B for their working with you again groundwork, silage, turnip in 2011. www.myspace.com/eqwanox www.teawamutu.co.nz/courier and maize cultivation. The boys of M&B look forward to working with Judith and Peter as their young four Grinderman at Big Day Out year old grandson Jacob is a Grinderman play Big Day is Grinderman. Out at Mt Smart Stadium on If you like a bit of rock, Friday, January 21 with pop, indie and hip-hop and a Tool, Rammstein, LCD whole lot more then BDO is Ph: 07 871 2726 Soundsystem, The Black the show for you. Keys and more, and to cel- Big Day Out organisers ebrate we have a copy of the have thrown together We Pride Ourselves on Reliability CD Grinderman 2 to give another eclectic mix for 2011. away. Check out 1105 With great singles No www.bigdayout.com for a Pussy Blues, Get It On and (I full list of bands performing, Don’t Need You To) Set Me ticketing information and of Free from Grinderman 1, course the rules. Nick Cave set the scene for Important to note this something special. year is an R15 event so have Grinderman 2 followed and has already some ID ready. served up Heathen Child and Worm Tamer and Tickets from Ticketmaster. given notice that this band is going to be a To be in to win simply put your name, force to be reckoned with at BDO 2011. address and daytime phone number on the Their unique spin on alternative and back of a standard sized envelope, address it to garage rock is garnering fans from around the the Grinderman CD Competition and make world who just can’t get enough of the sure it reaches our office by 5pm, Monday, howling, growling malevolent rock beast that January 10 . Topp Twins play the Vector Arena The Topp Twins perform wasahorseIwouldliketo with Kenny Rogers at ride him.’’ Auckland’s vector Arena on Well . . . yes . . . anywho. Friday, January 21 and to The girls will be strutting celebrate we have their new their stuff before what is CD Honky Tonk Angel to give shaping to be a capacity away. crowd at the Kenny Rogers The new album was pro- show and with classics such duced by their old friend Don as McGlashan and is touted to Islands In The Stream, be their finest work yet with Coward Of The County, the majority of songs written Lucille, The Gambler, Lady, by Jools and Lynda Topp, She Believes In Me and count- and with McGlashan and his less others in his repertoire Crossword 1104 Solutions Page 31 band The Seven Sisters this has got to be a show to playing on most of the tracks. die for. On collaborating with the Topp Twins Head on down to experience one of the For all your plumbing and heating requirements talk to the firm that has been serving Te Awamutu since 1949. McGlashan said This is one of the most greats of country music and two of New enjoyable records I’ve ever worked on; I’m Zealand’s finest. Why would you want to be SINGLETON and HANSEN sure it will connect with the Twins’ legion of anywhere else! Tickets from Ticketmaster. fans, and I hope it wins them some new ones To be in to win simply put your name, too.’’ address and daytime phone number on the PLUMBING LTD Jools Topp: ‘‘Don is an absolute pleasure to back of a standard sized envelope, address it to work with. He is pure genius and highly the Topp Twins CD Competition and make 129 MARKET STREET, TE AWAMUTU • PH (07) 871 7099 • FAX (07) 871 8435 professional, as well as being one of the softest sure it reaches our office by 5pm, Monday,

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www.myspace.com/eqwanox www.teawamutu.co.nz/courier Within the sterile offices of a powerful multinational cor- poration, two women come to a face-off. Isabelle is a young executive under the Win tickets to BDO ‘11 orders of Christine, a powerful woman she Big Day Out 2011 happens on Friday, January Check out absolutely idolises. 21 at Mt Smart Stadium and www.bigdayout.com for a Confident of her features Tool, full list of bands control over Isabelle, Rammstei- performing, ticketing Christine leads her that goes too far — to the With ambition and n, LCD information and of course into a confusing, per- point of no return. jealousy oozing from Soundsy- the rules. verse game of This French thriller their pores, the pair slide stem, Important to note this seduction and domi- stars the billingual from competitive Grinderm- year is an R15 event nation. Kristin Scott Thomas colleagues to bitter an, The so have some ID A dangerous game and Ludivine Sagnier. enemies. Black Keys ready. and more — Tickets from and we have Ticketmaster. a double To be in to win pass to give simply put your name, away. address and daytime If you phone number on the likeabitof back of a standard sized rock, pop, envelope, address it to indie and hip-hop and a whole the Big Day Out 2011 lot more then BDO is the show for you. Double Pass Competition MOVIE VOUCHERS are the ideal gift for everyone Big Day Out organisers have thrown together and make sure it reaches our another eclectic mix for 2011. office by 5pm, Monday, January 10 . DIGITAL SPECIAL HARRY POTTER 7 M 3D CINEMA EVENT TUE & WED 11.30, 5.30 & 8.05 TRON LEGACY PG 7890187AA MEGAMIND PG TUE & WED 11.00, 1.30, 5.50 & 8.15 TUE 11.40, 1.40 & 5.35, BOXING DAYPIRONGIA MADE IN DAGENHAM M WED 11.10, 1.20 & 5.40 LockleyCelebrate Fundraiserwith us Christmas Eve TUE 11.10 & 7.50 LOVE CRIME M from 7.30pm COUNTRY MARKETS RED M TUE & WED 5.55 & 7.55 @ The Memorial Hall TUE 1.20 & 5.40 PULSE LITTLE FOCKERS SOCIAL NETWORK M STARTS WED CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS FROM JAN 3-18, 2011 This Sunday December 26: 9am-2pm TUE 7.35, WED 7.50 11.40, 1.40, 5.35 & 7.35 PH SHIRLEY SCOTT (07) 871 9536 PLEASE CUT OUT OUR SPECIAL THREE-WEEK

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7888257AA Kay and the Civic Team wish you all a Wed 22nd 5.30pm Membership draw 5.30pm to 7.30pm Snack Bar open Merry Christmas Fri 24th 12noon to 1.30pm Snack Bar open 5.30pm Raffl es & Membership Draw Jokers Wild Draw and a safe & 5.30pm Restaurant Open Sat 25th CHRISTMAS DAY - CLOSED happy 2011 Please note that the restaurant will be closed from 25th Dec til 5.30pm on Friday 31st Dec. Sun 26th 1.00pm Club Open - Restaurant Closed WeareOPEN–We are OPEN – Mon 27th 11.00am Club Open 5.30pm Membership Draw - Restaurant Closed Christmas Day Tues 28th 11.00am Club Open Wed 29th 5.30pm Membership Draw - Restaurant Closed 12.00 noon - 7.00pm Thu 30th 11.00am Club Open Fri 31st 5.30pm Membership Draw - must go Jokers Wild Draw 5.30pm Restaurant Open 8.00pm till after midnight “Pirongia Mountain Men & Jan Mellsop also Te Awamutu Pipe Band Sat 1st 11.00am Club Open 12 noon to 1.30pm Snack Bar open 5.30pm Restaurant Open Sun 2nd 1.00pm Club Open 170 George Street, Te Awamutu 5.30pm Restaurant Open The Clubrooms are open to members invited guests Ph: 870 3130 and members of affi liated clubs. 7897761AA

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LOVE CRIME M A tale of money, power, sex and murder, which I thought was a classy and compelling act, much better than ‘Matchpoint’. Excellent acting all round with Kristin Scott Thomas at the top of her form. The whole film seemed to flow well visually and you didn’t really know what was going to happen next, which made it even better. In French and English. Recommended for adults. THE TOURIST Nominated for Best Picture, Best Actress & Best Actor Golden Globe Awards. “The Tourist merely asks you to sit back and enjoy the ride, and then makes that task a breeze.” “Inoffensive and easy to watch.” “A frothy romp through two gorgeous locations and a script that entertains.” Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie star. MATARIKI “Fantastic movie. It made me laugh, made me cry and made me think a lot about hope and relationships and being a part of this beautiful world of people.” “Awesome movie. It’s got a bit of everything - laughter, tears, fights, love. Don’t miss it.” “It was a very powerful, engaging movie.” LAST PARADISE In the early 60s a bunch of kids met together playing in the extreme wilderness of New Zealand. The adventure they discovered in Mother Nature changed their lives and the world. “A must see for anyone with a taste for action and adventures off the beaten track.” “I was blown away by this film; incredible footage and incredible men. This film is a must see for everyone.” “This film is fun and inspirational to all ages and cultures. The sound, vision and captivating story take you on an amazing journey.” TANGLED Nominated for Best Animated Feature Golden Globe Awards. Side-splitting, heart-warming and loads of action-packed fun for people of every age, which we heartily recommend. Leigh says the ‘Horse’ deserves an Oscar, he’s absolutely hilarious... uproariously funny. MORNING GLORY This energetic and entertaining inspired comedy is a delightful surprise. It’s sweet, fun and hilarious, has charm and a light- footed smartness with a lovable performance from Rachel McAdam. PLEASE CUT OUT FOR REFERENCE REGENT THEATRE www.regent3.itgo.com Films for December 23 to December 29 Films for January 6 to January 12 TRON LEGACY PG THU 1.00, 5.35 & 7.55, FRI 1.00 & 6.00, NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: HAMLET SUN & MON 5.40 & 8.00, TUE 3.40 & 6.00, WED 1.00 & 5.40 MON ONLY 6.30 MEGAMIND PG THU & FRI 11.00, MON 3.40, TUE 1.40, WED 11.00 TRON LEGACY PG TANGLED PG THU & FRI 7.50, SAT 5.30 & 7.50, SUN 3.30 & 5.50, SUN 3.40 MON 5.50, TUE 7.50, WED 5.50 MADE IN DAGENHAM M MEGAMIND PG MON 5.30 THU & FRI 11.00, SAT 1.20, SUN 11.20, MON, TUE & WED 11.00 RED M SUN 5.30, TUE 3.30 TANGLED PG SOCIAL NETWORK M THU & FRI 1.00 & 5.50, SAT 3.30, SUN 1.30, MON 7.40, WED 8.00 MON 1.00, TUE 1.00 & 5.50, WED 1.00 HARRY POTTER 7 M SOCIAL NETWORK M THU 11.30, 5.30 & 8.05, FRI 11.30 & 5.50, WED 11.30 MON & WED 8.10 MEGAMIND PG THU & FRI 1.10, SUN 3.30, WED 1.20 HARRY POTTER 7 M THU & FRI 11.30, SAT 3.20, SUN 1.20, GIRL WHO KICKED THE HORNET’S NEST R16 MON, TUE & WED 11.30 THU 5.40 & 7.35, FRI 5.40, SUN 7.40, MON 7.45, TUE 5.40, WED 5.35 & 7.40 MEGAMIND PG LOVE CRIME M THU & FRI 1.10, SAT 3.40, SUN 1.40, MON, TUE & WED 1.10 SUN 7.45, TUE 5.45 GIRL WHO KICKED THE HORNET’S NEST R16 LITTLE FOCKERS THU & FRI 7.30, SAT 1.50 & 5.40, SUN 11.50 & 3.40, THU 11.20, 1.20, 5.50 & 7.45, FRI 11.20, 1.20 & 6.10, MON, TUE & WED 7.30 SUN & MON 4.10, 6.10 & 8.10, TUE 2.10, 4.10 & 6.10, WED 11.10, 6.10 & 8.10 LOVE CRIME M THE TOURIST M THU 7.45, SAT 8.15, SUN 6.15, TUE 7.45 SUN & MON 3.50, 5.50 & 7.50, TUE 1.50, 3.50 & 5.50, WED 1.10, 5.45 & 7.50 LITTLE FOCKERS THU & FRI 11.20, 1.20 & 5.40, SAT 2.00, 3.50 & 8.20, MATARIKI RP13 SUN 12.00, 1.50 & 6.20, SUN & MON 6.00, TUE 4.00 MON, TUE & WED 11.20, 1.20 & 5.40 LAST PARADISE THU 11.40 & 8.20, FRI 11.40, SUN & MON 4.00, THE TOURIST M TUE 2.00, WED 11.40 & 8.15 THU & FRI 6.00 & 8.00, SAT 5.50 & 8.00, EASY A M SUN 3.50 & 6.00, MON, TUE & WED 6.00 & 8.00 THU 11.10 & 5.45, FRI 11.10 & 6.20, MON 3.30, TUE 1.30, WED 11.20 & 5.50 MATARIKI RP13 FRI 7.45, SAT 6.30, SUN 4.30, WED 7.45 Films for December 30 to January 5 LAST PARADISE THU & FRI 11.40 & 5.45, SAT 4.30, SUN 2.30, TRON LEGACY PG MON 11.40, TUE & WED 11.40 & 5.45 THU 1.00, 5.40 & 8.00, FRI 1.00 & 6.00, SAT, SUN & MON 5.40 & 8.00, TUE 3.40 & 6.00, EASY A M WED 1.00 & 5.40 SAT 1.30, FINAL SUN 11.30 MEGAMIND PG THU & FRI 11.00, MON 3.40, TUE 1.40, WED 11.00 MORNING GLORY M THU & FRI 6.15 & 8.20, SAT 6.10 & 8.10, TANGLED PG SUN 4.10 & 6.10, MON, TUE & WED 6.15 & 8.20 SAT & SUN 3.40 TANGLED PG MADE IN DAGENHAM M SAT & FINAL MON 5.30 THU & FRI 11.10, SAT 1.40, SUN 11.40, MON, TUE & WED 11.10 RED M SUN 5.30, FINAL TUE 3.30 BURLESQUE & 3D YOGI BEAR BOTH START JAN 13 SOCIAL NETWORK M MON 7.40, WED 8.00 HARRY POTTER 7 M THU, FRI & WED 11.30 MEGAMIND PG THU & FRI 1.20, SAT & SUN 3.30, WED 1.20 GIRL WHO KICKED THE HORNET’S NEST R16 THU 5.35 & 7.40, FRI 5.50, SAT & SUN 7.40, MON 7.45, TUE 5.40, WED 5.35 & 7.40 LOVE CRIME M SAT & SUN 7.45, TUE 5.45 LITTLE FOCKERS THU 11.10, 6.10 & 8.10, FRI 11.10 & 6.20, SAT, SUN & MON 4.10, 6.10 & 8.10, TUE 2.10, 4.10 & 6.10, WED 11.10, 6.10 & 8.10 THE TOURIST M THU 1.10, 5.45 & 7.50, FRI 1.10 & 6.10, SAT, SUN & MON 3.50, 5.50 & 7.50, TUE 1.50, 3.50 & 5.50, WED 1.10, 5.45 & 7.50 MATARIKI RP13 SAT, SUN & MON 6.00, TUE 4.00 LAST PARADISE THU 11.40 & 8.15, FRI 11.40, SAT, SUN & MON 4.00, TUE 2.00, WED 11.40 & 8.15 EASY A M THU 11.20 & 5.50, FRI 11.20 & 6.30, MON 3.30, TUE 1.30, WED 11.20 & 5.50 32 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2010 7888140AA