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HOME SWEET HOME: This is an example of one of the homes that will be built by Iconiq Group in Tairawhiti, supported by funding from the Ministry for Social Development (MSD). This is the smallest design option, which will be easily relocatable up the East Coast for whanau. Picture supplied CAREERS, HOUSES Funding for company committed to training and warm, dry homes by Sophie Rishworth will be used to help with transitional housing in this region and some will be A $2.6 MILLION funding injection made available on the property market. announced this week will help young From their site, Iconiq will also run Tairawhiti people learn a trade and a pre-employment programme for create much-needed homes for this rangatahi (young people) who want to get region. into a trade. Iconiq Group has been awarded the A specific team from Iconiq will train funding from the Ministry for Social and educate candidates with help from Development (MSD). local sub-contractors across most trades, It is part of $5.5m funding from the including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, Maori Trades and Training Fund for four civil and roofing. organisations including Iconiq Group and It will have a big social impact here, he Gisborne-based ManaiaSAFE Forestry said. School, which is to receive $180,000. (See The construction of the first relocatable story page 2) home is scheduled to start within the The biggest portion of this funding has next four to five weeks for Iconiq client gone to Iconiq, an Auckland/Gisborne- Kainga Ora. based construction firm with a direct link Mr Te Miha says he understands the to this region. urgency around providing warm dry Iconiq construction director Nathan Te homes for whanau in Tairawhiti. Miha is from Tairawhiti. “So while our permanent facility is He is committed to increasing jobs and under construction, we will be building homes for whanau to live in within this homes out of a temporary facility to NEW HOMES: Four homes being built by Iconiq on Oxford Street are for their client region, says Iconiq general manager Todd get things under way as we are firm Kainga Ora. There are two two-storey, two-bedroom homes, and two two-storey, four Scrafton. believers in actions speaking louder than bedroom accessible units. Picture supplied Mr Scrafton told The Gisborne Herald words.” they will be building relocatable homes at Four apprentices will be hired on day a facility by Gisborne Airport. one and that number will grow as the homes within inner Gisborne, with a need for homes in harder-to-reach areas. The homes can be easily picked up operation ramps up with Iconiq’s build standard-sized home averaging between These will be slightly bigger than a from this site and moved to sections partners and clients. 80-to-90 square metres. “tiny house” and compact enough to be around Gisborne and the East Coast. Iconiq is in the design phase for six The other three design options will be moved up the Coast. Mr Scrafton says some of the homes standardised options, three of these for for coastal areas to help with the growing CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 GISBORNE RUATORIA WAIROA Local News ...... 1-5 Business ...... 10 Classifieds .. 18-19 Farming...... 17 Births & Deaths ...4 Opinion ...... 11 Television ...... 15 Sport ...... 20-24 9 771170 043005 TOMORROW National ...... 6-9 World...... 12-13 Racing ...... 16 Weather ...... 23 > 2 NEWS The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Lines in the water for Planet Sunshine by Sophie Rishworth The number of event volunteers had increased to THE Nick’s Head Charity “more people than we have ever Fishing Competition being had”. held this weekend will raise “We’re really lucky in more money to help Tairawhiti Gisborne,” said Mrs McKay. children who have cancer or “There’s huge community spirit diabetes. here.” Organiser Andrea Gregory Barry Walsh has offered spoke to Planet Sunshine clinical children who have finished nurse manager Deb McKay to their cancer treatment the ask her what the children’s ward chance to hop on his boat for the at Gisborne Hospital needed this competition. year. Four of them have taken up As a result, money raised from the offer. the competition will go towards The competition has been SWEET DREAMS: Planet Sunshine children’s ward chairs bought with money raised by last year’s a quiet garden space off the going for 16 years. Nick’s Head Charity Fishing Competition are tried out for size by Planet Sunshine clinical nurse oncology ward, and a portable It starts tomorrow night with manager Deb McKay and competition organiser Andrea Gregory. The chairs, which cost $2500 each, Hba1C machine for young a briefing at Gisborne Tatapouri fold out to a single bed with a foam mattress so whanau can get a proper sleep next to their child diabetic patients in this region. Sports Fishing Club, followed by at the hospital. The chairs have only just arrived because of shipping hold-ups due to the Covid- Mrs McKay said young cancer fishing on Friday and Saturday. 19 pandemic. This year’s fundraising competition starts tomorrow night with a briefing at Gisborne patients could not mix with An auction of donated prizes Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club. Picture by Paul Rickard other children in the ward so the will be held Saturday night. garden would be for them only. From 2pm on Sunday, there She described it as a restful will be a live fish auction where member had slept on one of specifically asked for by Planet than the laboratory blood test space and importantly a place the fish caught during the these, they would never go back Sunshine. It costs $1725 but done now. where parents could go as well. competition is sold to the highest to a La-Z-Boy chair again. Mrs McKay said the difference The machine will be used to Having these extras because bidder. Other money raised last year it would make to the 18 diabetic check the diabetes patients once of the fishing competition The fish are sold whole but was used to buy $2500 worth of children in Tairawhiti would be every three months. “is amazing for us”, said Mrs for a gold coin donation can be Pak’nSave vouchers presented to priceless. “This portable machine gives McKay. filleted on site. the nursing team to distribute to The portable machine checks us flexibility to do more outreach Mrs Gregory said they had Proceeds from last year’s families on a need-by need basis. blood sugar levels with a quick appointments to meet the no overhead expenses, so every competition went towards Another $10,000 was donated to finger prick. It means the children and families at home, dollar raised directly helped buying two new chairs ($2500 the Child Cancer Foundation. paediatric team can go to the at school or wherever they feel a Tairawhiti child diagnosed each) for Planet Sunshine. All funds raised this year patient’s home for the test. comfortable so their diabetes with cancer, or other long-term The chairs fold out to will go directly to the Planet Hauora Tairawhiti consultant care can be less onerous, and condition, and their families. comfortable single beds for Sunshine ward to make sure paediatrician Stanley Ng said gives us an opportunity to help Organisers were blown away whanau who sleep over with every cent benefits Tairawhiti the quick finger prick test was a manage their diabetes in the by the support from businesses, their children in hospital. children. more “palatable option” for some environments where they feel with new ones coming on board. Mrs McKay said once a family The diabetic machine was of their younger patients, rather most comfortable.” ‘Giving hope and a job for our young people’

MANAIASAFE Forestry School was hit of the Government’s Covid-19 response cover full costs of the training delivery, support through its Maori Trades and hard by the economic impact of the and recovery package in Budget 2020. Mr Koia said. Training Fund will help us get back on Covid-19 pandemic as it had just scaled ManaiaSAFE Forestry School is “The shortfall is usually covered by our feet so we can keep giving hope and a up from one training crew to three. the strategic business unit of Train the school’s logging crew that services job to our young people.” Managing director Henry Koia said Me Quality Services, which has been a harvesting contract with Ernslaw Mr Koia says the funding will be used when lockdown hit, the company was contracted by EIT for the past two years One to help pay for the training while to provide intensive pastoral care to forced to shut down two of its forestry to deliver their programme of study for providing a real-world hands-on training six rangatahi (young people) to support crews, and this came at a significant the New Zealand Certificate in Forest environment. their success in achieving a NZQA financial cost. Harvesting Operations with Strands “At the time we scaled up our qualification, job placement, and then six The school has been awarded $180,000 qualification. operations, we had no idea that Covid months of continued intensive pastoral through the Government’s $50m Maori The school received a contract fee for would come along and pull the rug out care to support the graduates and their Trades and Training Fund which was part delivering the training but this did not from under our feet. The Government’s transition into employment.

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Rere Rockslide at around 7.30am. At around 10.20am yesterday, after a pot of food overheated on “There was insignificant fire A report on the project, of which $40 million A vehicle left the road and a motorcycle and a car collided the stove. damage caused, though there was is funded through the Government’s “shovel- ploughed through a fence. outside Te Wharau School in “The occupants went into some smoke damage,” she said. ready” stimulus package, will appear in the “The driver, aged in his 20s, had Graham Road. the kitchen and found the food “It’s another reminder of the public-excluded section of tomorrow’s full council swerved to avoid stock on the road,” “The 16-year-old bike rider overheating. At around the same need to keep looking while you are meeting. a senior firefighter said. suffered a moderate to serious leg time a neighbour heard noises cooking.” The reason given is to “enable any council holding the information to carry out, without prejudice or disadvantage, commercial activities”. Hapu Ngai Tawhiri, which is involved in co-designing the pools, will give a public submission on the Olympic pools before the doors Highway down are closed to the public. Also in tomorrow’s meeting, council chief Partnerships will executive Nedine Thatcher Swann will report on the to one lane council activities to March. A passage on the pool redevelopment in her report says construction of the external toilet and at Busby’s Hill change room facility at the new pools has started. mean building ‘by The lead contractor has been awarded and is employing local staff, as well as local sub- WAKA Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is contractors to complete the works. advising that work is under way to improve “The site has been established, excavation is resilience on State Highway 35 at Busby’s complete and the geotechnical foundations are locals, for locals’ Hill, just south of Tokomaru Bay. being constructed,” she said. The work is part of the State Highway 35 A co-design process is in place with Ngai Tawhiri Resilience project which aims to strengthen representation and the project architect. FROM PAGE 1 and stabilise SH35 so it can remain open “There is a report on this council agenda that “Our ultimate vision for this and functional during disruptions such as provides a full update on the pool project,” Mrs facility is to not only provide much- weather events. Thatcher Swann said. Mr Scrafton says it is early days. needed homes for our aligned Crews have started work at the Busby’s “However, I can confirm this That report is public excluded. partners but offer these homes to Hill site to investigate ground conditions funding will be utilised to support everyone within the region.” The council has committed $5.65m towards the and depth of the slip at this location, which project. our Local Positive Solutions for As well as the relocatable Local Outcomes initiative. housing strategy and pre- will help verify the design that will be used “Creating local opportunities for employment programme funded to stabilise the slip. Seat temporary local rangatahi is the core focus of by MSD, Iconiq is busy building A blessing of the site was led by Te this initiative. new homes around Tairawhiti for Whanau a Ruataupare to mark the start of AFTER snipes on social media querying if “We aim to not only create Kainga Ora. the work. seating at the bus stop on the corner of Joanne employment leading to trade Mr Scrafton says resource “A drill rig will be on site for up to 10 Street and Gwyneth Place had been botched, qualifications but ultimately future consent planning is under way days, depending on weather,” a statement Gisborne District Council has pointed out the business owners for Te Tairawhiti. for a further 30 units alongside said. seating is temporary. “This funding, along with our a planned 12-unit central city “Due to this, the road will be down to one A concrete pad has been installed ahead of the partnerships with Kainga Ora apartment development. lane with stop/go traffic management in council’s intention to build a shelter at the stop and Trust Tairawhiti, will enable “The team and I are really place between 7am and 6pm. and temporary seating erected to the side of that. us to build a relocatable housing enjoying working alongside the Traffic lights will be in place outside of “The seating is a temporary measure and facility where we will build warm, local talented consultants and the these hours. was positioned there as it’s away from the dry homes locally by locals for local proactive Gisborne District Council “Motorists are being advised to take care intersection,” A GDC spokeswoman said. whanau. team.” when passing through the site and adhere “A permanent seat will be installed with the to the temporary speed restrictions.” bus shelter in July.” Focus on improvement Community advised to be aware, educated, self-sufficient if quake strikes by Jack Marshall “We lost a bit of form and arrive, taking around 30 minutes earthquake in 2011. They also showed projections function there,” said Mr Green. before they got data to work with, The system failed and because the council had of effects on THE importance of self- However, instead of “self- said Mr Green. the citizens took their lead from Gisborne if an 8.9 magnitude reliance in a major disaster was flagellation,” he said there was a One of their big takeaways in the sirens, they failed to evacuate earthquake occurred in the underlined by Gisborne’s Civil lot that went well and their focus the event of a large earthquake as normal. Hikurangi Trench. Defence team at a public meeting was on improving the systems. in the future was quickly As a result, there was a higher More information on the last night. Attendees The Gisborne Herald sending out advisory information casualty rate in that city. tsunami maps and evacuation The four-person team were not spoke to afterwards said they explaining the basics of the It was better to have everyone areas can be found on the going to be able to save everyone, thought the presentation cleared situation — that there had been aware, educated and self- council’s website. said Civil and Emergency up a lot of an earthquake, sufficient. Dr Cave and Mr Green also manager Ben Green, so it was things and they those in risk For many, the only evidence of talked aboout the risk posed by vital people were aware, educated enjoyed the Technology is certainly areas should a tsunami after the first quake logs at the port in the case of a and self-sufficient about what to talks. evacuate was a video doing the rounds of tsunami. do. Dr Cave an‘ advantage but if you and more Tokomaru Bay, where a small While more research needed to Up to 40 people attended landed a few rely on it completely, it information tsunami came in. be done, it seemed the risk varied the public meeting at the War good jokes, like will be a risk would follow Dr Cave said because it was depending on the direction of Memorial Theatre to hear the difficulties when it was low tide that wave never got the tsunami. However, Dr Cave the review of the March 5 of trying to — Civil ’defence team known. above the high-tide mark. said projections showed logs earthquakes response from the save a horse by manager Ben Green “We’re not However, tide gauges at Lottin moving to Waikanae Beach and civil defence team. getting it into going to be Point showed three tsunamis Waikanae Stream, and possibly Gisborne District Council the car after a afraid to use reached New Zealand. into low-lying areas. principal scientist Dr Murry quake. our tools right away next time,” The first was 30-to-35 Mr Cave said bridges would Cave and Mr Green spoke in The answer? You can’t. said Mr Green. centimetres high about work as “debris-stoppers,” detail for over an hour about the One of the big learnings for However, he stressed while 20 minutes after the first however, if the wave was over earthquakes, describing their the defence team was the delay technology was helpful, it was not earthquake struck at 2.27am. 15m, which would be a worst- experiences and how they were time between information coming the be-all and end-all. The speed at which it reached case scenario, logs would go over reviewing processes to do better from GeoNet in Wellington and “Technology is certainly an the coast should be a reminder to bridges. next time. receiving it in Gisborne. advantage but if you rely on it coastal residents they should not The Gisborne community Mr Green said things could The civil defence team were completely, it will be a risk.” wait for alerts, said Dr Cave. meeting followed a meeting in have gone better in their at work within 15-to-20 minutes An example they used was The second was closer to 10cm Tolaga Bay on Monday. response to the 7.3 earthquake after the 2.27am quake but a Japanese city heavily reliant and the third was 20cm. These Meetings planned for Te 105km east of Te Araroa in the the information about the finer on its siren system during followed the two earthquakes Araroa, Ruatoria and Muriwai early hours on March 5. details of the risks were slower to the magnitude 9.0 magnitude near the Kermadec Islands. are to be confirmed. 4 NEWS The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021

FAMILY NOTICES Bereavements SUSPICIOUS: A van parked on the ROGERS, front yard of a house in Paraone Road Deaths KOHA (SNR) in outer Kaiti was gutted by fire in the early hours of this morning and the cause Koha’s whanau wish to EVERNDEN, has been treated as suspicious. Fire and thank friends, relatives, Emergency NZ received multiple 111 calls Reginald Osborne. — Ministers, cooks, and 29.5.1962 - 14.3.2021. divers for their support about it at around 3.20am. “The vehicle Beloved brother and to us at the time of his was 100 percent involved in fire when we brother-in-law of passing. got there,” a senior firefighter said. “The Georgina and Richard flames burnt some nearby vegetation Lloyd. Much loved and To Te Kura Kaupapa and threatened fences, but there was respected uncle of Maori o Taumarunui no threat to other property. Police were Jamie and Jason and and all who travelled called and they joined a specialist fire great-uncle of Tiani and from near and far, we investigator this morning to look into the Daniel. We will miss are grateful for your love and support cause. Police mounted a scene guard you. Especially your overnight. The people who lived on the heart of gold and sense shown. of humour. property were away at the time of the fire. To all the nannies and papas at Rahui Marae, Picture by Liam Clayton EVERNDEN, we love you all. Reginald Osborne (aka Reg, Guido, Ambulance staff and Bonnie). — Peacefully Police and all those in hospital 14/3/2021 who gave kai and aged 58 years. Dearly monetary koha, we can’t loved son of Leonard thank you enough. Roy and Elizabeth (Liz) Also to all those who Te Rehu O Te Whaiora were at the beach when Evernden nee McLean. he passed. To the False invoices gave Husband of Gwen, beautiful lady that father of Michael and stayed with him so he Jade. Brother and was not alone when the brother-in-law of boys went for help. To Graeme and Yvonne the boys who carried (dec), Desmond and our Dad over rocks and Dawn, Brian and Val away from the game away: Crown Clarke (dec), Greg and incoming tide, so that Sandra McLean, Gary he could be returned to and Tania McLean, us, we will be eternally DEFENCE evidence goes nowhere to sometimes engaged in legitimate Notwithstanding the requirement to Eunice and David grateful. disproving the charges against accused exporting business but it was not of the retain such documents for seven years, Boyd, Georgina and $17.5 million GST tax cheat John magnitude he falsely claimed — $134 BEL had not produced copies of the Richard Lloyd, Marina Na matou te whanau. Bracken, a Crown prosecutor told the million worth of purchases in the alleged invoices relied upon and those had not and Keith, Leonie and E kore te aroha e High Court at Gisborne yesterday. offence period. otherwise been located in the course of Andy Hamilton, Steve maroke i te ra, makuku In closing submissions, prosecutor The focus of the Crown case had been the Inland Revenue Asset Recovery Unit Haerewa, William Ward tonu i aku roimata e. Megan Mitchell said the evidence of two on proving the falsity of purchases, Ms investigations. and Etta Wilson and all defence witnesses the day before only Mitchell said. The only invoices that were available of your nieces and Unveilings served to confirm the undisputed fact She summarised how the IRD in evidence were a limited number nephews. Bracken sometimes made legitimate established the alleged fraud, pointing still with his accountant, some from Released from your MEI, Jean Mate purchases for export sale. first to the pattern of Bracken’s banking two Auckland women (one of them mortal coil, your need Furthermore, it emphasised that transactions, which she said were the “whistle blower” in the case) who for speed can now be The whanau welcome the scale of that legitimate business critical to the case. claimed to have created them under sated. all who wish to attend Mum’s Unveiling at was nothing of the magnitude Bracken Bracken’s genuine purchases of goods Bracken’s direction, together with some 11am, Saturday April purported for GST purposes. were almost exclusively paid for by legitimate ones provided by suppliers EVERNDEN, There was no evidence from the routine methods such as direct credit with whose companies Bracken Reginald Osborne. — 10, 2021. To my beautiful brother defence witnesses of Bracken having or bill payment services. In the small purported to have traded. To be held at any paid employees. They spoke about proportion of genuine purchases paid for The women’s evidence as to the falsity Reggie. Your memory Taruheru Cemetery. will be in our hearts the loading of containers for export as by cash, funds could be seen leaving the of the invoices was corroborated by the forever. Until we meet Followed by having occurred on an ad hoc basis and bank account in an ordinary manner. appearance of them — they lacked the again brother. refreshments 1pm at involving house lots of goods or mixed By contrast, in every case of an finesse of genuine business documents. Marina and Keith, Tom Gisborne RSA. varieties of goods. alleged sham transaction, the purchase The suppliers involved were largely and Mona, nieces and They described Bracken transporting appears as a withdrawal from his identified from the accountant’s GST nephews Leonie and Monumental items — honey etc — on his own truck. (BEL) bank account which is almost working papers. Most said they had Poni, Ellen and Simon, Masons It was all obviously inconsistent with immediately followed by a deposit back never made any sales to Bracken. Shannon and Luff, the volume of goods he was claiming for into that same account (and on rare His legitimate purchases with other greats Jahleil, Caylem, his GST returns, Ms Mitchell said. occasions, into another suppliers were able to be Rico and Avaya. STONEHAVEN The defence evidence had no material account). ascertained from their - Arohanui your ever for relevance to the charges Bracken faces, There was nothing The suppliers involved business records and loving sister Marina. Funerals Ms Mitchell said. illegal about that were largely identified cross-referenced with Soar with the angels and She also rejected evidence from pattern of withdrawal from the accountant’s other documentation. Memorials another of his witnesses who challenged and deposits of large NZ Customs records the court’s jurisdiction to deal with the sums in and out of a GST working papers. showed legitimate 601 Nelson Road case. Ms Mitchell said arguments of that bank account, but the Most said they had exports associated with Ph 867 1800 nature were well traversed by the courts Crown submitted it was his unique customs code and the authorities were clear — “this highly irregular and never made any sales did not exceed $478,000 Pilot course to build court has jurisdiction”. there did not appear to Bracken. and that those items Bracken, 54, faces 39 charges of using to be any legitimate were correctly valued. surfers’ rescue skills a document — GST returns — to obtain commercial explanation While it was possible refunds to which he was not entitled. for such behaviour. Bracken could have Each charge is for a GST period in The Crown submitted those circular exported items using another entities THE Wainui Surf Life Saving Club is to pilot the four years between July 1, 2014 and banking transactions underpinned code, for example, in a consolidated a new nationwide water safety initiative called July 31, 2018, and relates to Bracken’s the alleged fraud as they were used mixed container, Customs records did Surfers Rescue 24/7 designed to upskill surfers activities in the merchandising and by Bracken to create a banking not support that having occurred on any when it comes to surf rescues. export arm of his company Bracken record that simulated purchases and large scale, Ms Mitchell said. The initiative will be trialled by Surf Life Saving Enterprises Limited (BEL), not his their corresponding sale causing his She said the case essentially involved NZ in conjunction with Surfing New Zealand. Matawai farming operation. accountant to claim back the GST a chain of documentation: primary “Surfers Rescue 24/7 is a CPR and board Ms Mitchell alleged Bracken is guilty component of those transactions, Ms documents — misrepresented bank rescue programme designed to deliver lifesaving of the charges because he never actually Mitchell said. records and falsified invoices that were techniques for recreational surfers, using their made the purchases on which he claimed The fact the accountant was not either created by Bracken or under his existing tools — surfboards, body boards and back the GST component. He purported alerted by that irregularity could be instruction; secondary documents in the SUPs,” said SLSNZ club development officer for export of them took advantage of the attributed to the way those transactions form of his accountant’s GST working Gisborne, Sonia Keepa. zero-percent GST rate on export sales appeared on bank statements — as papers collating those false documents; “SLSNZ has partnered with Surfing NZ to get and his entitlement to a refund of the groups of deposits followed by groups and then finally the documents used — this incredible programme off the ground,” Mrs 15 percent he incurred in making the of withdrawals, as opposed to the the GST returns, which were compiled Keepa said. purchases. actual time sequencing in which those on the basis of the working papers “Together, we’re on a mission to help surfers to Bracken was guilty on the basis he transactions occurred. and ultimately filed to obtain the save lives outside the flags and outside of patrol procured the filing of the GST returns. It could also have been due to the refunds. hours. 24/7 across the whole year.” So while he did not directly prepare limited terms of the accountant’s In the initial stages of the fraud, The Riversun Wainui club will pilot it with them, he was nonetheless responsible engagement — they were employed in a it appeared Bracken tried to obscure two courses in Gisborne to teach surfers basic for their creation by his deliberate use compilatory role rather than an auditory redeposited withdrawals by mixing them lifeguarding techniques, including CPR. of his accountancy firm for that purpose, one, Ms Mitchell said. with amounts of cash. Nonetheless the The first of those courses will be at the Wainui Ms Mitchell said. In addition to a bank record of the total withdrawals and deposits at any club on Saturday from 10am-12noon. Invoices on which the returns were transactions, the accountant also one time broadly matched. “The invitation is out there for anyone based were dishonestly created without required purchases to be supported By the later stages of the offending, interested and they can register on the Surfing NZ any consent or authority from the by an invoice before they could be he seemed to have abandoned that effort website,” Mrs Keepa said. entities they were said to represent, the included in the GST returns. Bracken and was often just transacting the same SLSNZ will fund the pilot programme, and prosecutor alleged. had fraudulent invoices created for that sums in and out of the bank account, Ms surfers can attend at no charge. The Crown accepted Bracken purpose, Ms Mitchell said. Mitchell said. The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 NEWS 5

BIG RIGS: Logging trucks like these on Waimata Valley Road are a common sight on rural roads around Gisborne and up and down the Coast. Yet rural learner drivers are tested — when they can secure a spot — in an urban situation. Driving Change Network is pushing for an overhaul of the driver licensing system to replace it with a more equitable one. File picture

Test ‘fails’ rural drivers by Alice Angeloni make better sense to have a licensing For the likes of people who lived Change Network to improve access to system that will help keep our rural rurally, part of that was access to the driver licences and ensure the system RURAL people travel to urban areas drivers safe in the conditions that they’re testing station. was fair to all. to sit for their driver’s licence where they having to face every day.” “They have to drive out of their “This is particularly important for are tested on traffic lights, stop signs and REAP Tairawhiti runs a Graduated environment and then be sitting their people living in rural areas,” he said. changing lanes. Driver Licensing programme that practical test on roads that they’re The work would consider what support But when they head home, they supports 150 East Coast and western not used to and then they’re tested on was available to rural people, and what face logging trucks, gravel roads and rural residents, from as far away as three different conditions to what they drive barriers exist. wandering stock. hours up the Coast, with in daily,” Ms Robertson The cross-agency working group As driving instructors express getting their licence. said. includes the ministries of Transport, frustration with “extraordinary” wait The programme aims It would make A review of the Education, Social Development, Justice, times for tests, REAP Tairawhiti tumuaki to give people the tools better‘ sense to have graduated driver Business, Innovation and Employment, executive director to “go to mahi (work)”, licensing system Primary Industries, Pacific Peoples, Ani Pahuru- as most of Tairawhiti’s a licensing system is planned by the Women’s Affairs and Youth Development, Huriwai has primary industries require that will help keep our Ministry of Transport Waka Kotahi/NZ Transport Agency, highlighted other a driver’s licence, Mrs rural drivers safe in the this year. Police, Treasury, Department of areas where the Pahuru-Huriwai said. Driving Change had Corrections, ACC, and Te Puni Kokiri. driver licensing Vanloads of students conditions that they’re written to Government The working group would report back system fails rural came to Gisborne, and each having to face every ministers asking for to ministers later this year. people. had lessons to familiarise day. the concerns of its According to website drive.govt.nz, the “It doesn’t meet themselves with urban ’ regional members to restricted driver licence test includes the needs of our driving, before sitting the —Ani Pahuru-Huriwai feed into the review turning at give way and stop signs, current situation,” practical test. and development of the reverse parallel parking, three-point she said. “It’s quite a different set of skills licensing system. turns, roundabouts and changing lanes “For rural drivers, compared to driving in our rural areas,” “There is a ministers’ group that is on a multi-lane road. they really only come to town to do the Mrs Pahuru-Huriwai said. starting to look at the issue and we are In the second part of the test, students shopping once a month and otherwise She is a member of the Driving Change hopeful they will work with us so that must drive in speed limits from 50kmh they try to avoid it. Network, a national group pushing to together we can come up with a solution to 80kmh or “even up to 100kmh on some “There is no driving test for rural overhaul the driver licensing system to for all New Zealanders,” Ms Roberston test routes”. drivers and the hazards that we face like replace it with a more equitable one. said. The test for a full driver licence is driving on a 100kmh highway, driving on Driving Change Network national Ministry of Social Development client similar to the restricted test, but also gravel roads, driving through stock, with coordinator Wendy Robertson said they service delivery director Graham Allpress requires the student to identify and logging trucks, driving at night. recognised the system worked for some, said as part of a wider cross-agency respond to hazards such as pedestrians, “None of those are tested for. It would but did not for many others. group, it was working with the Driving other motor vehicles and cyclists.

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Nomination forms can be found 2021 online at eastlandwood.co.nz/awards Winners will take the stage at the Awards Dinner 21 May 2021 NOMINATIONS held at the Farmers Air Event Centre. OPEN Contact Event Organiser Jo Higgins-Ware E [email protected] 38587-01 6 NATIONAL NEWS The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Irish Kiwis celebrate St Patrick’s day for distant families in lockdown WELLINGTON — With Covid-19 “There will be some church events forcing most of the world to socially as well as family and friends doing their distance, New Zealand will be host own thing so I imagine there will be to one of the only St Patrick’s Day many Kiwi-style barbecues.” celebrations in the world. But with Ireland still under strict Irish Ambassador Peter Ryan said lockdown due to Covid-19, many in New this year will be historically significant Zealand will be marking the day with a in the way New Zealand pays tribute to heavy heart. Ireland’s national day, celebrated today, “St Patrick’s Day seems to get more March 17. significant and more emotional every “This year’s highlight will be the year but this year the thoughts of many presentation of a bowl of shamrock will be with their fellow people all across to the Speaker of the House of the world but especially those back Representatives Trevor Mallard.” home in Ireland. They would also be having a “One in six New Zealander’s have Speaker’s lunch in Parliament, with Irish heritage, so the Irish pubs will representatives from across the country be extremely popular but I think you’ll invited to have lunch with New Zealand’s find most clubs, restaurants and hotels Irish Business Network. across the country will be toasting to “It’s the traditional way to celebrate the day.” St Patrick’s Day around the world but Tonight the Sky Tower in Auckland it’s the first time we are doing so in New will join over 300 global landmarks in Zealand,” he said. lighting up green. Ryan said more than 20 Irish groups The national St Patrick’s Day parade in across the country would be doing Auckland is set to draw close to 15,000 GOING GREEN: Many Kiwis are expected to head to Irish pubs today, such as these Takapuna something to celebrate. on Saturday. — NZ Herald revellers who celebrated the day last year. NZ Herald file picture Google to pay for NZ news BRIEFS Lucky escape for driver by Jason Walls, NZ Herald the Canberra Times, among others, Showcase feature is the right way to NAPIER — A driver had a lucky escape after on board. According to the Guardian, make payments to publishers under the crashing into the back of a parked truck in WELLINGTON — Google is gearing up Nine Entertainment — which owns the Australian Government’s proposed News Napier. to launch its new news-curation service in Sydney Morning Herald, the Age and the Media Bargaining Code. Emergency services were called to Guppy New Zealand where publications, such as Australian Financial Review — signed This was a law passed in Australia, Road, in the Napier suburb of Taradale, about The New Zealand Herald, will be paid to an A$30 million deal with Google for its designed to force the likes of Google and 8.20pm yesterday. provide stories to its platform. news to be used on the service. Facebook to pay news sites for using their A witness, who did not want to be named, But details, such as how much Google There is no concrete launch date for the content. said the sole occupant of the car walked away will be paying news sites to use their service in New Zealand yet but Google The law triggered a nasty spat between after the crash, near the Riversdale Lifestyle stories, is still being kept under wraps by would begin talks with publications this Facebook and the Australian Government, Village. the tech giant. year, a spokesperson said. which resulted in the social media giant A St John spokeswoman said an ambulance Google’s announcement follows According to Google, the “News shutting down a number of major news was sent to the scene, but was not needed. Broadcasting Minister Kris Faafoi Showcase” scheme aims to “support and sites’ Facebook pages. A police spokeswoman said the owner of the telling MPs last week that he had met pay publishers to curate their journalism”. But that decision was reversed after a truck was contacted and arrived shortly after. with Google to encourage them to have Users can scroll through sections of deal was reached. The car was towed. — Hawke’s Bay Today commercial discussions with traditional the Showcase page and news stories And Google Australia and New Zealand media. from various publications will appear. managing director Mel Silva told a Senate Car plows through fence “I am confident the commercial This includes content usually behind a committee in January that the company DUNEDIN — When a car smashed through her discussions taking place between paywall. would not allow Australians to use its fence, hurtled past her window and landed on traditional media and digital platforms An NZME spokesman said the search engine if the bargaining code was top of her ute, it gave Lisa Lindon a sense of will also begin here in New Zealand and I company’s news teams enjoy “a enacted. deja vu. encourage that,” he said. constructive and ongoing relationship This did not happen in the end. It was not the first time a car had accidentally A Google spokesperson said Faafoi had with Google” and had recently joined A Google spokesperson, however, said ended up in her Dunedin yard. been briefed about its new scheme and he Google’s GNI APAC Data Labs its Showcase service was not formed as a Lindon was sitting in her living room in her was supportive. programme aimed at supporting news direct result of Australia’s law. home in Royal Cres, Musselburgh, at 5.15pm on The scheme was launched in Australia organisations to make the best use of the Rather, it was a service that had been Monday, when a car crashed through her fence this year and has major news sites, data available to journalists and editors. in development for a number of years, the and landed on top of her vehicle. It narrowly such as Reuters, the Guardian and Google said it believed the News spokesperson said. avoided hitting her house. “It made a hell of a noise,” she said. A car also crashed through her fence in December 2019. Other properties nearby had also received unexpected visitors smashing through their property. She wanted the Dunedin City Council to see if road improvements could be made, before someone was killed. “I live right across the road from a childcare centre, and I have students from five schools OPEN that walk past my house. “It’s a big worry. If it had happened an hour earlier they would have killed at least one kid.” — Otago Daily Times DAY One dead after crash DARGAVILLE — A person is dead after a truck crash in Dargaville this morning. Emergency services were called to the collision between a car and truck on Jervois 2021 Street, near the outskirts of the town at 5.45am. Police confirmed a person died at the scene. A spokesman said diversions were in place around Dargaville with traffic restricted heading into the town. SH14 was now closed between Awakino Point Meet students & staff, explore our beautiful grounds East Road and SH12. Motorists were advised to avoid the area if & discover how your daughter’s light will shine at possible. Woodford House. A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesperson said two fire trucks and a support vehicle were at the crash scene involving a car and truck. The New Zealand Transport Agency this Friday 26 March | 2 - 6pm morning warned motorists delays were possible in the area with emergency services PRINCIPAL’S PRESENTATION AT 3.30PM responding to a serious incident. The area affected was close to the outskirts of Register at woodford.school.nz Dargaville on SH14, near the intersection with SH12. 38201-01 Traffic was diverted on detour routes avoiding the crash scene but NZTA warned they were AN ANGLICAN BOARDING & DAY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS YEAR 7 - 13 unsuitable for heavy vehicles. — NZ Herald The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 NATIONAL NEWS 7 Australia breaching Advocates fear rise its international obligations: Becroft in youth deportations by Charlie Dreaver, RNZ by Michael Neilson, NZ Herald WELLINGTON — The Children’s Commissioner WELLINGTON — A 15-year-old is even more concerned boy sent back from Australia “won’t about the deportation be the last”, warns a human rights of a 15-year-old from advocate working on the Gold Coast Australia, now that he’s with Kiwi youth being threatened with had a briefing. deportation. Judge Andrew Becroft And legal experts are calling what sought information is believed be the first case of a about the case after the minor sent back across the Tasman a deportation of the minor “disturbing escalation of a notoriously was made public earlier retrograde immigration policy” — one this week. that likely breaches international Foreign Affairs Andrew Becroft human rights obligations. Minister Nanaia Foreign Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta was notified last week of the boy’s imminent Mahuta said she was notified by the deportation. Australian Government “some weeks The boy has family here, but little information ago”. But she has warned people not has been made public about the teen to protect his to assume the 15-year-old minor was a privacy. 501 deportee. The minister says the circumstances of the case Both she and Deputy Prime Minister are very complex, but has signalled he is not a 501 Grant Robertson wouldn’t elaborate deportee. much on the situation other than to When asked yesterday, Mahuta said New Zealand say it was “complex”. has had no advice suggesting Australia had breached Green Party foreign affairs COMPLEX SITUATION: Despite Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern publicly any international law. spokeswoman Golriz Ghahraman said challenging her Australian counterpart, Scott Morrison, over deportations in the However, Children’s Commissioner Andrew Becroft Australia was behaving like a “rogue past month, her government declined to take concerns to the UN. did not believe Australia had stuck to its international nation”, and National leader Judith NZ Herald file picture obligations under the Convention on the Rights of the Collins said: “I’ve never seen Australia Child. and New Zealand relations at such a good character”. old in Australia appeal against their “It is the most signed convention in history, we low ebb”. In a statement she said: “A non- deportation. can’t play fast and loose with it. Gold Coast-based New Zealand citizen’s visa must be cancelled if Barns told Newstalk ZB Australia “I think there is every reason to conclude, on what rights advocate Vicky Rose told The they are serving a full-time term of following through with the recent I know at the moment, that while two countries have New Zealand Herald while this was imprisonment for an offence committed deportation was likely a breach of the signed that convention only one is really applying it the youngest person sent back to New in Australia and they have, at any United Nations Convention on the and abiding by it,” he said. Zealand they were aware of, it would time, been sentenced to a period of Rights of the Child. Judge Becroft said the briefing he has received has likely not be for long. 12 months or more imprisonment, Australian Catholic University Dean left him even more concerned than he already was. “There are a lot of New Zealand regardless of their age or nationality. of Law Professor Patrick Keyzer, who “Why put him on a plane by himself, without youth in detention centres, and I know “Non-citizens who do not hold a valid has conducted extensive research on support, to a country that I understand — we need to of much younger ones where threats visa will be liable for detention and 501 deportees to New Zealand, told check this out — he has never been to before. have been made about deportation,” removal from Australia. The New Zealand Herald the latest “By any analysis it seems to me to be outrageous said Rose, a resident in Australia for “The Department approaches visa situation was “deeply concerning”. on what we know so far and it needs to be taken up by 12 years, where she advocates for cancellation of minors with a high “It represents a disturbing escalation the highest authorities and I understand it is,” he said. the rights of Kiwis. Many had come degree of caution and consultation, of a notoriously retrograde immigration Those concerns were echoed by Australian Lawyers from New Zealand as toddlers, and to ensure all relevant factors are policy that has had a devastating effect Alliance’s Greg Barns. neither they nor considered and on many Australian and New Zealand Australian authorities have indicated that the minor their parents were the approach is families.” may have voluntarily been deported from Australian citizens, Rose said. I’ve never seen Australia consistent with Along with “ripping families apart”, shores. The current ‘ community and Keyzer said the action would likely do But Barns has vetoed that as a possibility. problems had and New Zealand relations Government little to address offending. “To deport a child of 15 years of age is always roots in 2001, at such a low ebb expectations.” Research among adult deportees to involuntary, whatever the child may say. when legislation ’ The Department New Zealand found over 40 percent “There is a total inequality of power here. You’ve changed to allow —Judith Collins complied with reoffended after they arrived here. got the frightening force of the Australian border force only permanent international Aimee Reardon, who works with and a young child, and to say the child has consented residents and obligations returnees in her role with Prisoners’ to the action I find just extraordinary,” he said. citizens social security, she said. including the Convention on the Rights Aid and Rehabilitation Society (PARS), He said the convention clearly indicates the best “So when families get into crisis of the Child, she said. told The Herald reintegrating into a interest of the child needs to be put first. there is no financial support. These More than 2000 people have been new society alone was hard enough for But he can’t see how Australia is acting in the situations facing youth are products of deported to New Zealand under the adults, let alone children. child’s best interest. those changes and will only get worse.” Act, and the numbers have been “It is really concerning, even just “Children are put in immigration detention and A Department of Home Affairs increasing with nearly 500 arriving in practical aspects like setting up a while they might be separated from adults they’re in a spokeswoman refused to comment the 2019-2020 financial year alone. bank account or signing a tenancy, it facility that is completely inappropriate for children. It on the case, nor say if the child was While 15 is believed to be the is ludicrous. “They are going to need a has none of the rehabilitative mechanisms or the care deported under the Migration Act 2014, youngest age of someone sent back, family here.” that is required. which allows for the deportation of a it is not the first time Australia has A spokesman for Oranga Tamariki “To then be shunted on a plane with border force foreigner who “is or may be a risk to attempted to deport a minor. said the agency was providing support security would be a frightening experience for the the health, safety or good order of the Immigration lawyer Greg Barns to the child, but declined to comment child,” he said. Australian community” or is “not of SC successfully helped a 17-year- further. He said New Zealand needed to take a stand. Calls for compensation for terror attack victims Confidence with a smile • Full dentures • Partial dentures CHRISTCHURCH — The Human Rights approach, including setting up the Royal “We have a compensation regime under ACC. • Denture repairs Commission says the Government must Commission of Inquiry and the Prime Minister’s I know that means that those who don’t have the • Hygienic Workmanship establish a specific compensation package for apology, but the commitment did not stop there. physical injuries don’t qualify but we have put • Mouthguards • Gold work GISBORNE those affected by the Christchurch terror attack. The Royal Commission was not asked to in place a range of measures to deal with their • Quality materials DENTURE Many in the community say they are consider questions of compensation, but that trauma and other things they’re dealing with.” • Personal Service struggling with the ongoing trauma of what CLINIC LTD didn’t mean it was off the table, Hunt said. Maha Elmadani who lost her father Ali in the • Teeth bleaching happened that day. Some were not able to “The Government needs to do more than attack disagreed and said the Human Rights SIMONE CHALLIES • Guaranteed Expertise Laboratory Manager access ACC as they were not physically injured. it’s doing at the moment, it deserves credit for Commission report backed what the community • WINZ quotes The Human Rights Commission has released some things that it’s done but there needs to be had been trying to raise with the Government for JODY LUCAS • Free Consultation Clinical Dental Technician its response to the Royal Commission of Inquiry a process to figure out a suitable reparations two years. into the attack on March 15, when 51 people package.” “It just makes it clear that under international were killed. The report points out how Norway set aside law, victims of terrorism have rights to things It states affected whanau, survivors and over $45 million for those affected by the white like compensation, so it’s good and reassuring

witnesses suffered an extreme violation of their supremacist terror attack in Oslo in 2011. that it’s come out in this report for the 38478-01 human rights, specifically that the state failed to But minister for the Government’s response to Government to see.” protect the basic right to life. the Royal Commission’s report into the terrorist Elmadani said there was still no one Human Rights Commissioner Paul Hunt said attack, Andrew Little, said he was not looking at place where whanau could go to get support many aspects of the Government’s response setting up a broader compensation package. financially, psychologically or emotionally. to date were consistent with a human rights He is confident they are doing enough. — RNZ 96 DERBY STREET, GISBORNE I PHONE/FAX 06 867 4823 8 NATIONAL NEWS The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021

BORDER INEQUITIES: Desmond Naidoo, left, Spike in ‘opportunistic’ pictured with wife Cindy and their two children, has been waiting for his family to be granted an exemption to join him in New Zealand. The South Covid-related scams African data manager is upset after learning 126 foreign workers have been granted exemptions for the stage production of Disney’s Lion King, which WELLINGTON — The anything to do with the vaccine is is scheduled to open in June. Pictures supplied Government cyber security agency a request for payment or financial is seeing an increase in Covid-19- information, as it’s free for all related scams as the vaccine roll- Kiwis. out ramps up. “The Ministry of Health, your CERT NZ (Computer Emergency health provider and Unite Against Response Team) has seen a Covid are the agencies that should number of them targeting New be contacting you . . . so if you’re Zealanders over the past month getting communication from any and are anticipating they will other party that is a red flag that it continue to get worse as more could be a scam.” people become involved with the She said they were vaccination programme. “opportunistic scams” that were The scams include a phone call “absolutely” taking advantage of advising the vaccine is available the pandemic and vaccine roll-out. for $49.99 that then prompted Tech expert Paul Brislen said the people to enter credit card details. scams were alarming, especially Another phone scam asked with the amount of misinformation people to head to a website where and disinformation around people can “vote” in order to be vaccines. eligible for a jab. “They target people who may CERT NZ Incident Response not be able to afford it and may be Manager Nadia Yousef said they fearful of the messages that are reached out to telecommunication being sent out.” Families dismayed by Lion King exemption partners to disconnect both scam Brislen said people need to phone lines. remember New Zealanders don’t by Derek Cheng, NZ Herald “The Lion King exceptions make me then leave.” In the last week, the agency had have to pay for the vaccine so you feel unwanted, like I’m being used, that He said his wife of 18 years, Wendy, also received a report of an email won’t get bumped up the roll-out AUCKLAND — Migrant workers split what I’m doing here — I’m about to had given up her job and sold her scam claiming to offer money list, no matter what the scammers from their families overseas are livid at launch a product on the international house, and was about to get on a flight for taking a survey on the Pfizer say. the border opening for foreign workers market — doesn’t seem important to last year when the borders were closed. vaccine. People should report vaccine- for the stage production of The Lion the New Zealand Government,” he said. Migrant workers granted a border Yousef said they are also aware related scams to CERT NZ via its King. “The whole thing about kindness and exemption to come to New Zealand can of a compromised Facebook online reporting tool — www.cert. It was revealed yesterday that 126 inclusion — I don’t feel part of that.” bring family members with them under account that has been used to govt.nz/covidscams or by calling foreign workers for The Lion King had Steven Berrington, a hospital the Covid border rules put in place in solicit payments from people 0800 237 869. been granted border emptions for the technician from South Africa, is waiting June last year. But those who were here claiming they are eligible for When reporting a Covid email show, which is scheduled to open in for his wife and daughter to be able to before the borders closed cannot — Covid-19 relief payments. scam, forward the original email June. join him and his son in Tauranga. even if family members overseas had “The purpose of these scams including any attachments and It has upset data manager and South “It makes us crazy, mad and upset,” previously been granted entry before is not only to obtain the scam provide any further details you’re African Desmond Naidoo, who lives in he said of The Lion King exemptions. the pandemic hit. victim’s credit card information, aware of. Auckland, and who has been waiting “They should be looking at long-term Immigration Minister Kris Faafoi but also to use their personal For phone scams, collect as for 15 months for his wife Cindy and people who want to be Kiwis, who want conceded that this was an “anomaly”, information to conduct online fraud much information including the two children to be granted entry to New to pay tax and be here for 20, 30 years, and the Government hoped to have it and other criminal activities later phone number the call came from Zealand. not those who spend a quick buck and resolved “soon”. down the line.” and date and time of the call. Yousef said the main red flag for — NZ Herald Hospital-grade cleaners Govt shifts blame for your home or offi ce Tested effi cacy against COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2). over bubble delay Northfork Spray On Wipe Off Northfork Hospital Grade Lemon Disinfectant - 5L by Claire Trevett, NZ Herald “This is a two-way street, and if 750ml, 2L and 5L Australians still require an exit visa, Powerful ready-to-use formula Ideal for cleaning and disinfecting WELLINGTON — The Government we could end up with a net loss to New Suitable for use on all washable hard surfaces has tried to point the finger back at Zealand,” Robertson said. Australia over delays in setting up a “So what we would have to know is just two-way transtasman bubble as it faces how many Australians would be prepared increasing criticism over the issue. to go through the rigmarole of that; in In Parliament, Covid-19 Minister Chris return, in terms of the net benefit to New Hipkins and Deputy Prime Minister Zealand, how many New Zealanders Grant Robertson both took aim at would go to Australia?” Australia’s requirement for people to get New Zealand had originally hoped From an “exit visa” to leave the country, and for a country-country agreement with Australia’s halt to quarantine-free travel Australia on the issue — but those from New Zealand during the February negotiations stalled and each country was $6.34 outbreaks in Auckland. now making decisions on its own grounds, It came after the National Party which Hipkins said had made resolving mounted a concerted barrage over the some of those issues difficult. lack of progress on the two-way bubble in Hipkins noted only two Australian Parliament, directing all of its allocation states were taking New Zealand of five questions to the issue. travellers, and people from Auckland Australian Prime Minister Scott were still required to be tested on arrival Morrison has also had a jab at New and isolate until the results arrived. Zealand’s failure to reciprocate by He pointed to the risk of travellers opening its border to Australians, saying being stranded if the boundaries Australians were ready and if New were suddenly closed and quarantine Zealand did not want them to boost the requirements were reinstated, as economy in places such as Queenstown, happened in February. that was up to them. “We have already seen examples of However, Hipkins and Robertson people’s travel being disrupted and people returned serve, saying Australia’s own being stranded as a result of Australia’s Listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) ( AUST L351030). exit-visa requirement could dampen suspension of the green zone. Always read the label. Follow the directions for use enthusiasm for travel. “We’ve had flights on the tarmac at Hipkins said if Morrison was really so Auckland about to take off that have 38132-02 keen to see Australians travelling to New had to turn back when Australia, at Zealand “I look forward to his removal very short notice, suspended green zone , of the requirement for Australians travel.” rne s O bo nl travelling to New Zealand to have an exit Hipkins said while there had only is y G visa in order to do so”. been one case of Covid-19 originating LOCALLY 62 Peel Street • 06 869 0040 Robertson said if more New Zealanders from Australia this year, that was in the OWNED went to Australia than vice-versa, the context of only a couple of hundred people S p tourism regions could end up losing out arriving in New Zealand each day. The ta ho tioner y S [email protected] www.OPD.co.nz on the domestic market as well. pre-Covid traffic was 8000–12,000 people. The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 NATIONAL NEWS 9 Gasps from gallery as man acquitted of murder by Belinda Feek, NZ Herald Through his lawyer Philip Morgan had to be sure of the Crown’s contention the judge said. QC, Martin had defended both charges; that he either intended to kill him, or, Martin was not guilty as he was aiming HAMILTON — A man accused of an claiming self-defence on the assault when he inflicted the wound, Martin for his lower back or legs, not his head or axe murder in a Waikato township in charge and manslaughter on the murder knew it would cause bodily injury that neck or upper torso, which would be more 2019 has been acquitted and instead charge as he never intended to kill could cause death but went ahead vulnerable areas. found guilty of manslaughter. Macpherson. Martin regardless. Martin had the opportunity to deliver A jury of seven men and three women had claimed he had Justice Peters added a final blow, “but he didn’t and if he also acquitted Rydell Martin on a charge been trying to break There’s no way that strikes there were eyewitness intended to kill he would have taken of assault with an axe. up a fight between accounts from some that opportunity”, the judge surmised of There were gasps in the public gallery his cousin, Hanuere of‘ an axe on someone is who were present Morgan’s submissions. of the High Court at Hamilton as the Fisher-Williams, and manslaughter. That’s murder. throughout and others As for murderous intent, Morgan said verdicts were read yesterday. Macpherson. It was an axe who saw parts of what the jury couldn’t be sure that a strike to Outside court, a relative of Phillip The metre-long happened. Also, some the legs could cause Macpherson’s death. Macpherson, who died after the axe axe used to kill ’—Victim’s relative had been drinking. In contending his innocence, Morgan severed an artery in his leg in Pukemiro Macpherson sat at the The Crown had submitted Martin was 25 at the time, on March 1, 2019, said they were front of the courtroom contended Martin’s not 55, not a medical student, that he “exceptionally disappointed” at the as Justice Mary Peters summed up the intention was to kill Macpherson, due to had been drinking and everything had verdicts. case for the jury yesterday, before sending the force of the blows. Those at the scene been happening quite quickly. “There’s no way that strikes of an them out to begin their deliberations at had also unsuccessfully asked Martin to Justice Peters convicted Martin of the axe on someone is manslaughter. That’s 1pm. stop swinging the axe. Morgan contended manslaughter charge and remanded him murder. It was an axe.” To find him guilty of murder, the jury Martin had no idea who Macpherson was, in custody for sentencing in May.

Auckland man admits Pasifika urged to take manslaughter of baby

by Chelsea Boyle, NZ Herald

AUCKLAND — An Auckland man has up swimming lessons admitted the manslaughter of a baby. Jerome Dean, 22, appeared in the High Court at Auckland today telling those in the room he wanted to “take responsibility” Report highlights over-representation in drowning stats for his actions. He entered a guilty plea to a culpable homicide not amounting to murder. by Sela Jane Hopgood, RNZ The three-month-old child died on April 13 last year at Middlemore Hospital after AUCKLAND — A Samoan-New an incident at a Papatoetoe house. Zealand lifeguard is encouraging Pasifika The country was in a lockdown, in a bid to take up swimming lessons in the to combat Covid-19, at the time. wake of a report highlighting their over- Dean, who was represented by Marie representation in drowning statistics. Dyhrberg QC, has been remanded in Surf Life Saving New Zealand’s custody until sentencing on May 4. (SLSNZ) Beach & Coastal Safety Report Justice Sally Fitzgerald also gave Dean show Pasifika, Maori and Asians are a warning under the three strikes law. over-represented in drowning figures. On average, 36 people drown every year on New Zealand’s coastlines, the report found. Six arrested in Most drownings occurred on non- lifeguarded beaches or outside of patrol hours, and 87 percent of victims were stolen cars linked to male. SLSNZ chief executive Paul Dalton planned burglaries said per capita, although not overall, Maori and Pacific people were over- by Adam Pearse, Northern Advocate represented in the figures. “Their exposure to risk is a bit higher RAGLAN — Six people were arrested than other ethnicities simply because in Raglan yesterday morning after of kaimoana (food from the sea) and police located multiple stolen vehicles, the connection they have with the WAKE-UP CALL: After the recently-released drowning statistics painted a grim believed to be linked to planned water. They are out there doing stuff — picture for Pasifika, Maori and Asians, a Samoan-New Zealand lifeguard is urging the burglaries. different stuff from everyone else.” over-represented groups to take up swimming lessons. Picture supplied As Waikato Police patrolled the Last year a University of Auckland Raglan area at 3am, officers located the study discovered a majority of drowning stolen vehicles with several occupants victims in New Zealand were not wearing Tuia (who is of Samoan heritage) said Pasifika love the ocean. In every report inside. a lifejacket when found. there were many Pasifika who did not released by SLSNZ, we find that it is the One of the vehicles was spiked and The study also found the median age of participate in swimming lessons and it people who go diving for food to feed their three offenders were arrested near drowning victims was 41 years. was one of the reasons why there were families that get in trouble in the water. Ngaruawahia, and another three In terms of ethnicity, 37 percent were high drowning rates for that particular “The main reason is because they offenders were arrested in a second European New Zealanders, 12 percent group. haven’t been taught about water safety,” vehicle near Pukemiro. Police dogs were were Asian, 24 percent were Maori and “I can personally relate to this because he said. used to track some of the offenders. 19 percent Pasifika. when I grew up in Samoa, swimming Tongan Olympic swimmer Amini Police believe the vehicles were University of Auckland study lessons were never a priority because Fonua said this was an issue for not just stolen from various locations in the spokesperson Dr Jonathon Webber said we would always swim in shallow Pasifika, but Pacific people in the region. Waikato for the purpose of committing the latter two were over-represented water. Also, in the islands there are not “I go back to Tonga every Christmas or commercial burglaries. in the statistics many places that run every second Christmas, and I try to host All six appeared yesterday in the compared with their swimming classes free swimming lessons for kids because Hamilton Youth and District Court percentages in the When I grew up in like they do in New it is bizarre how we are surrounded by charged with various offences. population, perhaps Zealand. water but we don’t know how to swim. I Western Waikato Area Commander due to activities of food Samoa,‘ swimming lessons “Pasifika grow up hope we can change that. Inspector Will Loughrin said this was gathering and fishing. were never a priority learning to cover “We have a tough time with water a great example of deploying police In 2012, Pacific because we would always yourself as a sign of safety and the swimming school in the resources to the right places, based on people were also being respectful to Pacific, so having kids learn how to swim information and feedback from local over-represented in swim in shallow water the public, so wearing and have water safety skills that will last communities. drowning statistics, —SLSNZ lifeguard John’ Tuia swimming togs is a lifetime is the best thing we can do.” “The Raglan community have given making up 7 percent not common practice. SLSNZ is calling for more public police strong feedback about ensuring of New Zealand’s In general, Pasifika education about water safety. we have an increased visibility in population at the time, but accounting wear t-shirt and shorts to cover up when “Education needs to continue with an Raglan over key periods,” he said. for 9 percent of the country’s drowning swimming, but we know heavy clothing “ages and stages” approach, so that we’re “Identifying these offenders before deaths. is not ideal as it can become water-logged not just trying to get it all over and done they caused further harm was critical to In 2007, Water Safety New Zealand and heavy, making it difficult to swim or with as children,” Dalton said. keeping our communities safe, which is (WSNZ) reported the growing number float,” he said. “We need to keep going and recognising the priority.” of recreational-based drowning deaths Tuia said there were a lot of places in the times and points in your life when Police ask the public to be vigilant among Maori and Pacific Islanders. New Zealand where people could sign up you’re engaging in water activities. about reporting any suspicious vehicles Two thirds of all Maori and Pasifika for swimming lessons, but financial cost “We also need to have culturally or activity by calling 111 immediately. drowning deaths were recreational-based. was a barrier for some families. responsive forms of education in New The public can also call Crimestoppers Surf Life Saving NZ lifeguard John “It’s really unfortunate because Zealand.” anonymously on 0800 555 111. 10 BUSINESS The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 BUSINESS BRIEFS Covid still plaguing Sanford First-half operating AUCKLAND — Seafood company Sanford continues to be plagued by Covid-19 challenges. The company said trading conditions had not improved on the second half of the prior financial year, with weaker margins and higher costs. Sanford’s acting chief executive, Andre Gargiulo, earnings up 17pct said the ongoing effects of the pandemic were a significant challenge for seafood producers. The company had reduced its inventory levels, by Jamie Gray, File picture The New Zealand Herald but prices were, on average, 8 percent lower than a year ago. At the same time, supply chain and AUCKLAND — Fonterra inventory holdings costs were up by a quarter on said a “standout performance” a year ago because of the congestion in freight from its Greater China routes. business helped drive its Gargiulo said its lenders were supportive and normalised operating profit the company still had sufficient access to debt. for the six months to January The company had completed the sale of two up by 17 percent, to $684 properties in Christchurch and Tauranga for million. $24 million. — RNZ The co-op also said it would pay a 5c interim dividend Whakatane Mill set to close after opting not to pay one in WHAKATANE — Major Bay of Plenty employer the previous corresponding Whakatane Mill has decided to proceed with interim period. closing its doors. Fonterra’s “reported” net Fonterra chief executive Miles It employs just over 210 staff and has produced profit came to $391m, down Hurrell. RNZ picture/Dan Cook paper and packaging products lately, mostly for 22 percent. export, for more than 80 years. After being “normalised”, While down on this time Its management said all staff would be made the figure came in at $418m. last year at a headline level, redundant, with most completing their roles by Net debt came to $5.6 the 2020 financial year “Our standout performer (AMENA) came to $201m, the end of June. billion, down 3 percent. benefited significantly from continues to be Greater down 7 percent because of The company would cease production on Fonterra kept to its full- the divestments of DFE China.” lower sales volumes in its June 21 and then begin the decommissioning year normalised earnings Pharma and foodspring, he China delivered a ingredients business. of the plant, with an expected final closure date forecast of 25-35 cents per said. 38 percent increase in Commenting on the global of June 30, it said. share. Despite the major impact normalised EBIT to $339m, supply chain challenges, A number of options were being explored for It also left Covid-19 is reflecting the strength Hurrell said the co-op was the plant and the site, but no decisions had been unchanged its having around of Fonterra’s foodservice “proactively managing the made yet. farmgate milk Hurrell said the the world, the business in this region, situation” and working with Whakatane Mill Limited general manager, Juha price forecast co-op is staying improvements in its consumer its ocean freight partnership Verajankorva, said the decision was not an easy for the current co-op had had focused on what business and the PRC’s strong Kotahi to keep product one. “This is a very tough day for all of us, and year of $7.30 ‘a great first six it can control, economic recovery following moving. we will work to do the best we can by our people, to $7.90 per kg months’ . . . he said. the initial impact of Covid-19. “Our sales book is well and the community of Whakatane and the Bay of of milk solids, “While we’ve Asia Pacific’s normalised contracted — however, as a Plenty, as we complete our decommissioning and with a $7.60kg been fortunate EBIT was up 9 percent result of some small shipping closure of the plant,” he said. midpoint. here in New to $190m as a result of delays, our product inventory “Our focus at this time is caring for our Fonterra said supply chain Zealand, many of our people improvements in Foodservice is higher than it was this staff, and we will continue to work with union issues worldwide had resulted overseas are still in lockdown and Consumer. time last year and this means representatives and other agencies to support in a build-up of inventory. and have now been working Fonterra’s consumer our investment in working our people through the redundancy process.” The co-op also said it had from home for 12 months.” division benefited from more capital is also higher. The mill proposed the closure last month after revised down its China Farms Hurrell said the co-op had people staying at home and “By the end of the financial losing its biggest customer — Swiss packaging and DPA Brazil joint venture had “a great first six months”, cooking with dairy and a year, we expect this to be back company SIG Combibloc, which accounts for 80 by a total of $134 million. with a total group normalised renewed focus on the Anchor, to more normal levels as we percent of its sales. The business, therefore, was Chief executive Miles gross margin of 17.4 percent Anmum and Anlene brands. have confidence in our supply no longer considered economically viable. Hurrell said Fonterra was (from 16 percent) and total Normalised EBIT from chain to get product, already “The volumes we produce are modest by global pleased with its reported group normalised operating Africa, Middle East, Europe, contracted, delivered to our standards, and our costs-per-unit can no longer profit of $391m. expenditure down $37m. North Asia, Americas customers.” compete.” — RNZ Top companies increased credit facilities to counter Covid impact AUCKLAND — The country’s versus the next 25. or to pay down debt as part of their The analysis also found the continue its growth trajectory.” biggest listed companies were quick Those in the top tier enjoyed a Covid response. retail bond market is slow, with no The report found most of the top to take advantage of low interest rates superior credit rating, with 14 of For some, it was a strategic new issues in the first half of 2020, companies relied on banks as their to counter the impact of the Covid-19 the top 25 having unsecured debt decision to increase credit facilities, although that market was expected primary source of debt, while smaller pandemic; however, in many cases, facilities in place, compared with just although it was not always a to pick up. businesses had more diverse funding they did not end up needing the extra two in the second tier. straightforward exercise. “We anticipate that there will be an sources. security, according to a new report. Chapman Tripp partner and head of “Entities with a range of creditors increased appetite for New Zealand Barber said the New Zealand Chapman Tripp’s NZX Top 50 the finance practice, Cathryn Barber, had more difficulty as getting a retail bonds to lock in longer-term economy had performed relatively well Funding Composition report for 2020 said most of the largest companies majority to agree to the same change debt,” Barber said. during the pandemic and business shows a clear contrast between the opted to increase or extend their of terms was often arduous and “We also expect that green and confidence was rising in all but the credit ratings of the top 25 companies funding arrangements to raise equity expensive.” socially-responsible financing will most affected sectors. — RNZ

SHAREMARKET YESTERDAY Mercury Energy and Powering Australian strong result and strong margins. Renewables (PowAR) at $7.80 a share, increased The question for retailers now would be how 2c to $7.63. Mercury would own five New much of their year’s earnings were completely WELLINGTON — The re-opening of stocks Zealand, Australian and other indices by the Zealand wind farms, with two others proposed, normal and could they be repeated? — those battered by the Covid pandemic — end of the week. The three biggest inclusions and PowAR would secure 11 Australian wind Other gainers were Summerset Group continued to make strong headway as the more are Infratil, Pacific Edge and Skellerup Holdings farms with one more proposed. Holdings increasing 10c to $13.18; Ryman confident New Zealand sharemarket posted its in the FTSE Russell Global index. Whether they Infratil, which owns 65.5 percent of Tilt Healthcare up 8c to $15.88; Synlait Milk sixth successive day of rises. have been fully anticipated, we won’t know until Renewables, fell 8.5c to $7.375, and Mercury picking up 7c or 1.84 percent to $3.87; Scales The S&P/NZX 50 Index gained 96.79 points 5pm on Friday, but there will be heavy trading,” rose 18c or 2.99 percent to $6.21. Corporation rising 5c to $4.48; Z Energy gaining to 12,689.05, after reaching an intraday low said Goodson. Goodson said Mercury is buying the New 6c or 2.19 percent to $2.80; NZ King Salmon of 12,584.85. There were 83 gainers and 61 The re-opening stocks SkyCity Entertainment Zealand assets at a fair price and will provide Investments collecting 4c or 2.76 percent to decliners, with 50.4 million shares worth rose 16c or 4.78 percent to $3.51 after reaching the company with long-term generation. $1.49; and Harmoney up 4c or 1.77 percent to $200.76 million changing hands. $2.87 on February 17; Tourism Holdings gained Infratil’s share price was down despite $2.30. Matt Goodson, managing director of Salt a further 6c or 2.55 percent to $2.41; Serko was doing well in the Tilt sale, and any takeover by Amongst the decliners, a2 Milk was down 8c Funds Management, said it was a day in which up 31c or 5.27 percent to $6.19; and Vista Group AustralianSuper seems less likely, considering to $9.44; Fletcher Building declined 7c to $7.03; investors seemed willing to take risks and pay increased 5c or 2.59 percent to $1.98, after the price the fund will have to pay. Property for Industry decreased 4c to $2.77, and for re-opening stocks. Some of them had been sitting at $1.69 on March 8. Briscoe Group, owner of Rebel Sport and water cooler supplier Just Life fell 9c or 10.11 having strong runs. Auckland International Airport continued its Briscoes Homeware, surged 30c or 5.45 percent percent to 80c. He said the markets were keenly awaiting the good run, rising 12.5c to $7.825. to $5.80, after reporting record sales and profit New Zealand Rural Land Company gained 5c latest US Federal Reserve statement overnight. Market leader Fisher and Paykel Healthcare for the full-year ending January. Revenue or 4.39 percent to $1.19 after buying a 456ha “Governor Jerome Powell’s comments, also continued its resurgence, gaining 72c or increased 7.5 percent to $701.8m, net profit Southland dairy farm for $10.73m. The farm especially concerning the sharp rise in long- 2.37 percent to $31.10 on trade worth $12.5m. rose 17 percent to $73.2m, and online sales would be leased by Fortuna Group from the term bond yields, will determine the direction of Ebos Group was up 36c to $29.08; Chorus grew 79.65 percent, making up 18.82 percent of June 1 settlement at a rental of $515,667 a year, the markets. increased 12c to $7.89; and Freightways gained revenue. Briscoe is paying a final dividend of representing a 4.97 yield for NZ Rural. “Also, there are a number of changes, 5c to $11.10. 13.5c a share on March 31. The new listing said more South Island inclusions and exclusions, taking place in New Tilt Renewables, under takeover offer from Goodson said Briscoe provided an extremely purchases would follow. — NZ Herald The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 OPINION 11 EDITORIAL Govt should back our crossbred wool by Clive Bibby It can be a team effort. This misplaced reaction, with its Eye on 2021/22 While it is important that the “farmers’ party” accompanying threat to thousands of jobs in the JOHN Jones has given his remains true to its founding principles, this new shearing gangs and the ram-breeding sector is rates impacts assessment of the National environment suggests we should be capable unnecessary. A key page of the Long-Term Plan Party’s “post election” of adapting to market forces that are being In my opinion, we should develop a rearranged progress to becoming a viable allowed to have a huge impact on the viability home market for this quality non-polluting consultation document, indicating alternative to the current of our livestock industry. We need to change product that will ensure its exclusive use in how proposed rates changes Labour Government (March 12 our attitudes as well as the way we respond to areas that traditionally support this by-product will impact different ratepayer editorial). modern challenges. of the livestock industry — the carpet and home categories in the next financial year, I think his opinions are fair comment in the Earlier in my career, l was a MAF farm adviser insulation industries. We need to be using more shows how the council’s revenue circumstances, particularly in recognising the who regularly discussed livestock farmers’ of it, not less. and financing policy tweaks have enormity of the task facing Judith Collins. income sources which were consistently divided We should be advocating to central protected lower-income city (but She deserves credit for accepting the into three equal parts on most farms — 30 government that they put a blanket stop on not township) residents from a 5.3 challenge as Opposition leader, especially when percent from sheep meats, 30 percent from beef the importation of all synthetics used in the percent average rates rise — most the Government considers itself omnipotent meats and 30 percent from wool and remained so manufacture of carpets and building insulation will actually see their rates go and acts accordingly. But the responsibility for (with occasional variations) for almost 50 years. products. Our wool is the perfect replacement. producing new policy that will appeal should not Today the contribution from wool has changed An order of this nature should be accepted by down — and how industry, kiwifruit be hers alone. from being a significant earner to being a huge politicians of all persuasions, not least because orchardists and foresters will The landscape is awash with unintended liability on the farm costs side of the ledger. of the opportunity it offers to reduce our carbon shoulder the burden. consequences of the pandemic crisis. While I shore my lambs last week. It cost $5 per head footprint through the eradication of products that This is despite the fact that the frequent mismanagement is hugely impacting to shear them and l am expecting $1.50 per head involve the use of fossil fuels. major reason the council is setting a businesses throughout the country, much of the less expenses from the wool in return. These are difficult times which call for 6.5 percent maximum rates cap for collateral damage slips under the radar because Some farmers have responded to this (perhaps even unsavoury ideological) decisions the next three years is to invest in government decision-makers are not being held significant loss of income by changing sheep that are made in the interests of New Zealand as wastewater infrastructure and sports accountable for their actions. And generally, the breeds to ones that shed their wool in the a sovereign nation, before we worry about what facilities for the city. media let them get away with it. paddock. Unfortunately, there are consequences happens on the rest of the planet. The draft document going before So, here is my contribution to the debate about for this precipitate action. The sheep yards of It is somewhat ironic that the solution to this what can be done in the absence of effective farms where this change has occurred can particular problem allows us to consider both at councillors tomorrow states that scrutiny. Others will identify huge gaps in the resemble an “explosion in a mattress factory” — the same time. We don’t often have the luxury of most individual household rates in Government’s message that should be exploited. not really an ideal replacement policy. being able to do that. Gisborne city will reduce, due to changes in how wastewater and LETTERS TO THE EDITOR, ONLINE COMMENTS stormwater (plus water) will now be rated (with a 10 percent share Small proportion of men? going to the general rate, plus a A pop-up for music lovers Re: Sick of predatory Hey Martin, in light of my combined wastewater rate — rather behaviour by men, March 16 assertion that almost every than separate connection and pan Walking along Gladstone music lovers’ club, not limited column. woman I know has experience rates — benefiting single-dwelling Road in the CBD, pop-up signs to but focusing on our seniors. As one of the other half, I with gendered violence, I put residential properties). On average for shops to rent seem to me to Sing, play an instrument or suggest that Lara modifies it to you that it is not a small (for a 2020 valuation of $408,000), be on the increase. just watch, let’s have some her penultimate sentence proportion of the opposite sex city residential ratepayers face a Has the internet been a fun. Lynette and I make music thus: who need to address their issues. factor in this, or the economic every Saturday and Sunday “I know I have few It is an epidemic. proposed 2.2 percent rise. impact of Covid, or both? I feel from 10am to 1pm at 183 answers to this epidemic of How about a poll in The Rural residential ratepayers face sorry for the small business Gladstone Road. appalling violence inflicted Gisborne Herald to find out what an average 5.9 percent rates rise owners affected. Come and join us. on one half of the population percentage of women and girls (property valuation $192,000), “due To counter this doom and by a small proportion of the have experienced sexual violence to higher charges for the district for gloom we have started up a WALLY TE UA other half, but we can tackle or the threat of violence; fear activities and for waste disposal at this in the same way we while walking at night; and the transfer stations”. have turned the light on to many other types of abuse that At the other end of the spectrum, Happy memories helpful racism. Let’s get to it!” men can inflict. rates for an “industrial” property Self defence for girls I must stress, I am the mother valued at $995,000 are set to rise Can I send best wishes people who explained the is a great idea, and why of sons, a wife and I have many 15.1 percent, with this average to your readers. I have just intricacies of the sport. not significantly increase men in my life who are kind to me. read about your earthquake As we in the UK emerge penalties for rape? Are they kind to every woman and industrial hike “driven by higher than girl? Well, I hope so but I wouldn’t average property valuations”. and tsunami alerts in our from Covid lockdown it is so newspaper and hope the helpful to have such happy MARTIN HANSON necessarily know for sure . . . An average horticulture property consequences were not too memories to fall back on, and Nelson LARA MEYER (valued at $2.74 million) faces severe. New Zealand provides a good an increase of 13.8 percent, with We had a great day number of them. the explanation that “licences for watching the veterans’ surf We are thinking of you and certain crops such as kiwifruit lifesaving competition some wish you all the best. With love . . . Their trash are worth more”. With the council years ago while on a trip Re: Nate’s spirit ‘stands among Given the sad state of including kiwifruit (and only kiwifruit) around your country, and JOHN DUCKENFIELD us’, Feb 2019 story. affairs with Australia, I licences in ratings valuations for spoke to several welcoming Poole, southern England I wish my uncle the best of luck say we should ship the up there. I know that he is safe the first time, the indication is Christchurch terrorist back because God will take care of him. I home — he is trash. that kiwifruit orchardists will face love you uncle Nathan. considerably larger rates increases, Money, misplaced ego, pride TIANA-JAYDE and other horticulturalists less than CLARE RADOMSKE Re: Our condition — a ‘eureka’ and nature balances through the the 13.8 percent average rise. moment, March 13 column. forces of reproduction, disease and Forestry faces an average 13.2 Wisdom comes with age. famine. All the best Pontificating percent rates rise, “because it costs Civilisations come and go due to The difference between humans Re: Closing its doors but more to fix and maintain our roads”; their own folly. and other species is not intelligence ‘this is not the end of Miharo’, What a lot of crap on yesterday’s the forestry roading differential is What one civilisation does not or intellect but rather an obsession March 11 story. opinion page. All this writing in on going up to 12 times a standard make extinct, the next tries to. with that human invention called I wish you every success in stuff that has got nothing to do with residential roading rate. Most species live in the moment money — and a greatly misplaced your upcoming ventures Rosie. them. No wonder there is so much Pastoral farmers face an average and take only that which is needed ego and pride. trouble in the world. 6.8 percent rates rise, with the to survive in the immediate future, A McKELLOW DAVID STONE, Hamilton REX HOLDSWORTH explanation that farm foresters (with [email protected] 20ha or more of forest) will now have to pay the forestry roading rate ■ The maximum length for letters is 350 words. for that area showing the increase ■ Anyone can write a column, 600 words maximum, but a photo is required. is skewed towards them, and will be ■ Always include full name and contact details. ■ If you use a nom de plume, there is a higher bar for acceptability. less for straight pastoral farmers. ■ Letters may be edited for clarity, length or legal reasons. 12 WORLD The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Aussie senator Benefit of AstraZeneca calls for the jab outweighs risk: EMA suspension of EU’s drug regulator insists ‘no indication’ vaccine causes clots AstraZeneca BRUSSELS — The Covid vaccine European Union’s (EU’s) drug regulator insisted on Tuesday CANBERRA — Australian Senator Matt (local time) that there was “no Canavan yesterday called for his country’s indication” the AstraZeneca roll-out of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine to vaccine caused blood clots be paused, along with much of Europe. as governments around the Sweden has become the latest country to world faced the grimmest of suspend its use, following on from Germany, dilemmas — push on with a France, Italy, Ireland, the Netherlands and vaccine known to save lives or Spain earlier this week, after reports of suspend its use over reports dangerous blood-clotting incidents in some of blood clotting in some recipients, although the company itself, its recipients. European regulators and the World Health The European Medicines Organisation (WHO) have all said there is no Agency (EMA) has urged evidence the vaccine is to blame. governments not to halt the Speaking with Sky News, Canavan said use of the vaccine at a time there were “serious concerns” that must be when the pandemic is still looked into. “I don’t think all the capitals of taking thousands of lives Europe have been overtaken by anti-vaccine every day. zealots. There are obviously legitimate There are concerns that concerns here,” Canavan said. even brief suspensions of the “I just don’t think we can close our eyes vaccine could have disastrous to this evidence. The end goal has to be the effects on confidence in health and safety of Australians.” inoculation campaigns the There was widespread bipartisan world over — many of which condemnation of Canavan’s comments, with are already struggling to many senior politicians saying the vaccine overcome logistical hurdles was safe and the roll-out would continue as and widespread hesitancy CONTROVERSY OVER OXFORD-ASTRAZENECA JAB: In this handout file picture, which was planned. about receiving Covid released by the University of Oxford last year, blood samples from coronavirus vaccine trials Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg vaccines. are handled inside the Jenner Institute in Oxford, England. There were no reports of increased repeated the WHO’s stance that there was “We are still firmly blood-clotting incidents in the clinical studies of the AstraZeneca vaccine. Professor Andrew “no evidence” the vaccine caused blood convinced that the benefits Pollard, director of the Oxford vaccine group which developed the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab, clots. of the AstraZeneca vaccine told the BBC on Monday (local time) that there was ‘very reassuring evidence that there is no “In the case of the UK, (where they have in preventing Covid-19, increase in a blood-clot phenomenon here in the UK, where most of the doses in Europe have already administered) millions of doses with its associated risk of been administered so far’. University of Oxford picture via AP of the AstraZeneca vaccine, they haven’t hospitalisation and death, seen those trends or patterns across their outweigh the risk of the side choosing caution over speed, Europe has had the luxury The vaccine has so far communities,” Frydenberg said in an ABC effects,” said Emer Cooke, the even as Cooke insisted “that at to be able to pick from several played a huge role in the interview yesterday. head of the EMA. present, there is no indication vaccine candidates; however, global initiative to ensure “It is still the government’s intention to roll Many scientists have argued that (the AstraZeneca jab) has the decision of whether or vaccines get to poorer it out, as we’ve said.” that even the loss of a few caused these conditions.” not to suspend the use of the countries known as COVAX. Australia’s chief medical officer, Paul Kelly, days in vaccinating vulnerable Highlighting the difficulty vaccine is still not an easy one For instance, when Congo also dismissed Canavan’s concerns, telling people could be far costlier of making such decisions on the continent, where the decided to hold off on the reporters yesterday afternoon that: “There than the impact of any rare at a time when people are coronavirus has already killed vaccine, it put its entire is no sign . . . of a link between AstraZeneca phenomenon. voraciously following the over half a million people, it campaign on hold before it and blood clots.” But a cascading number ups and downs of every is surging again and where even began since it has not The European Medicines Agency has of countries have taken a vaccine candidate, Sweden’s the vaccination campaign has yet received doses of any other insisted there was “no indication” the blod different view on that and state epidemiologist, Anders repeatedly stumbled. shot. Somalia, by contrast, clots were linked to the AstraZeneca vaccine. locked away shots from the Tegnell, said that the risk, The choice may be even went ahead with its first shots That has been echoed by the drugmaker Anglo-Swedish company, if it existed, was rare, but more fraught elsewhere of AstraZeneca on Tuesday — itself, which said there was no evidence of awaiting the results of an the country’s authorities because many countries including one for the health an increased risk of blood clots and other EMA review, which has been “have felt compelled to pause are relying heavily on minister, who received the jab “thromboembolic” events among 17 million promised on Thursday. AstraZeneca’s vaccine” after AstraZeneca, which is cheaper publicly to reassure the nation individuals who had already received the Sweden was the latest to receiving even more reports of and easier to handle than about its safety. shot in the UK and the EU. — Agencies do so on Tuesday (local time), blood-clotting incidents. some other shots. — AP ‘Insatiable demand’: world grapples with largest-ever mass-inoculation campaign

TORONTO — Canada, a appears to be about to pay off. by up to four months, so that administered, with about trade-dependent nation, has Although Canada’s economy everyone can be protected 8 percent of its population lagged behind the US on is tightly interconnected with faster with the primary dose. receiving at least one shot. vaccinating its population the US’s, Washington has The hope is to get all adults That compares with 36 because it lacks the ability not allowed the hundreds of in Canada to be vaccinated percent in the UK, 21 percent in to manufacture the vaccine millions of vaccine doses made with at least one shot by the the US and 8 percent in the EU. and has had to rely on the in America to be exported, end of June of this year. Chile, which like many global supply chain for the life- and Canada has had to turn to “It’s not just Canada that is countries has turned to China saving shots, like many other Europe and Asia. experiencing turbulence. The for its vaccines, has now countries. “Our best friend and entire globe is undertaking vaccinated 25 percent of its With no domestic supply, neighbour, the United States, the largest mass-vaccination population with at least one MASS VACCINATIONS A MASSIVE Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s has a Pfizer vaccine plant in campaign in its history, with dose. UNDERTAKING: A woman receives her first Covid government has bet on seven Kalamazoo, Michigan. completely new supply chains,” The “insatiable global vaccine at a clinic marking the beginning of mass different vaccines, and secured “I can shoot a puck from Procurement Minister, Anita demand” for vaccines has vaccination in Montreal. AP picture advance purchase agreements Kalamazoo and hit Ontario, Anand, said in an interview forced the competition against — enough to get 10 doses for yet we’re not getting our Pfizer with The Associated Press. bigger economies like the EU, each of Canada’s 38 million vaccine from them,” said Dr According to the World the UK and the US, Bogoch far weathered the pandemic Canada. people. Isaac Bogoch, an infectious Health Organisation, nearly said, “and on top of that you better than most countries in However, not having rapid Regulators have approved disease scientist at the 80 percent of the vaccines are also competing in an terms of per-capita deaths and access to vaccines could be the Pfizer, Moderna, University of Toronto. manufactured so far have environment where there’s infections. costly for the nation, amid a AstraZeneca and Johnson & The vaccine supply chain been administered in only 10 protectionist laws”. More than 530,000 surge in variant Covid cases. Johnson vaccines for Canada. difficulties have forced Canada countries. Despite their difficulties Americans and 125,000 UK The financial capital of While acquiring them has to extend the time between Canada ranks about 22nd in getting their vaccines citizens have died, compared Toronto largely remains in proven difficult, that gamble the first shot and the second, in the number of doses however, Canada has still so with just over 22,000 in lockdown. — AP The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 WORLD 13 WORLD BRIEFS Japan, US team up Calls for attorney-general of Australia to step down CANBERRA — Labor is urging Christian Porter to stand down as attorney-general if he in Toyko over China cannot perform all of his duties during his defamation case against TOKYO — Japan and the the ABC. United States joined forces Porter is seeking on Tuesday (local time) to aggravated damages criticise China’s “coercion and over a story published on aggression” in Asia as senior February 26, headlined: ministers from both countries “Scott Morrison, senators held their first in-person talks and AFP told of historical Christian Porter since US President Joe Biden rape allegation against took office in January. Cabinet Minister”. Aside from the sharp The attorney-general’s lawyers allege the story rhetoric aimed at Beijing, was defamatory because it imputed he raped a the meeting in Tokyo and a 16-year-old girl in 1988 and that contributed to her planned stop next in Seoul taking her own life. are also an effort by the Biden Prime Minister Scott Morrison confirmed Porter administration to reassure would not perform all of his usual duties when he worried allies in Asia after returns from mental health leave on March 31. four years of occasionally Shadow attorney-general, Mark Dreyfus, says confrontational dealings with the job should be handed to someone else in the Trump administration. the Morrison government if the legal case means US Secretary of State Porter can’t conduct his role in full. — AAP Antony Blinken, after holding the so-called “two-plus-two” Prince Philip out of hospital security talks with Defence LONDON — Prince Secretary Lloyd Austin and Philip, the 99-year-old their Japanese counterparts — husband of the Queen, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu has left a London Motegi and Defence Minister hospital after a four- Nobuo Kishi — said democracy FIRST IN-PERSON TALKS BETWEEN US, JAPAN: Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, week stay for treatment and human rights in the for an infection and to region were being challenged second right, meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, second left, and US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin, left, accompanied by Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, third have a heart procedure. and the United States would Prince Philip, the push with its partners for a right, and Japanese Defence Minister Nobuo Kishi, right, during a courtesy call at the prime minister’s official residence in Tokyo on Tuesday (local time). The US and Japan were holding Duke of Edinburgh, free and open Indo-Pacific. was admitted to the Blinken said the Biden the in-person talks due to their joint concern over China’s growing ‘coercion and aggression’ in the Asia-Pacific region. AP picture private King Edward administration is committed VII’s Hospital on to work with US allies and February 16 after he those in the region as they face “unlawful maritime claims and their Japanese counterparts peace” for the next four years. felt unwell and was challenges from China and activities in the South China to cooperate in dealing with She also criticised the US given treatment for an Prince Philip, 99. its ally North Korea, which Sea”, and “unilateral action the pandemic and in dealing and South Korea for holding unspecified (but not a is pursuing an illicit nuclear that seeks to change the status with climate change, as well military exercises. Covid-19-related) illness. weapons programme. quo” over the Japan-controlled as the nuclear threat posed by Kim Yo-jong’s statement was He was transferred briefly at the start of “We will push back if East China Sea islands that North Korea and the situation North Korea’s first comments this month to a specialist cardiac centre at necessary, when China uses China had also claimed. The in Myanmar after its military directed at the Biden another London hospital, where he underwent coercion or aggression to get statement also stressed the coup. administration. a successful procedure for a pre-existing heart its way,” he said. importance of “peace and On Tuesday, a day after the Blinken said at the meeting condition. In a joint statement stability” in the Taiwan Strait. two US officials arrived, North that the US was “here to A Reuters witness said the duke left the King released after the talks, the On the Biden Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s reaffirm our commitment Edward hospital shortly after 10.30am on Tuesday ministers shared strong administration’s first Cabinet- powerful sister warned the to the alliance (with the (local time). He was taken to a waiting car in a concerns over Beijing’s human level trip abroad, Blinken US to “refrain from causing a Japanese) and to build on it.” wheelchair and returned to Windsor Castle to rights violations in Xinjiang, and Austin also agreed with stink” if it wants to “sleep in — AP rejoin the Queen. — AAP Cook Is current PM, former PM facing fraud charges

AVARUA — Cook Islands Finance Minister Mark Brown Prime Minister Mark Brown to the former Deputy Clerk of and former prime minister and Parliament to arrange for the MP Henry Puna are facing flights, was produced in court by charges of fraud and two counts the private prosecutor. of improper payment of public George submitted there was money. never a mention of bringing Norman George, counsel for other successful candidates to the prosecution, submitted that Rarotonga. Brown and Puna conspired to The case is being heard by arrange for two charter flights judge alone and presided over by funded out of the public purse to Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams travel to the northern islands of QC. Penrhyn and Pukapuka. The charges have been The flights brought about uplifted the as the result of a two winning Cook Islands former private prosecution Former Cook Islands Prime candidates from PM and MP, Henry by Rarotonga Minister and MP, Henry Puna. those islands and Puna, and current resident Paul BOTH IN HOT WATER: Former Cook Islands Prime Minister returned them Allsworth who MP Willie John. Henry Puna (left) and current Cook Islands PM, Mark Brown, are to Rarotonga PM Mark Brown alleges around Former MPs Teariki Heather pictured together here in this file picture. to form a have pleaded US$35,000 was and Kiriau Turepu are also Cook Islands News file picture via RNZ government after not guilty to the paid for the flights. expected to take the stand, the June 2018 Puna and Brown along with Finance Secretary Norman George on behalf of section 280 of the Crimes general elections. charges. have pleaded Garth Henderson and Acting the case’s former complainant Act 1969 and s 64(2)(d)(1) of The two not guilty to the Police Commissioner Akatauira Teokotai George. the Ministry of Finance and winning charges. Matapo. As with the current case, both Economic Management Act candidates at the time are the The prosecution has submitted Puna will be represented Puna and Brown had pleaded 1995-96. current Deputy Prime Minister a list of 19 witnesses to call by lawyer Ben Marshall, and not guilty, however, days before The case is the latest in a Robert Tapaitau and Associate during the trial. lawyer Tim Arnold will represent the case went to trial the number of trials presided over Minister of Justice Tingika The list includes a number of Brown. complainant instructed lawyer by Chief Justice Williams this Elikana. sitting Members of Parliament The Cook Islands News Wilkie Rasmussen, who had month that started last week, The flights were paid for out including Deputy Prime Minister reports the case was first taken over the case, to withdraw and intend to fill a backlog after of the Civil List budget which is and Penrhyn MP Robert brought before the High Court his complaint. a year-long gap caused by the managed by Parliament. Tapaitau, Pukapuka MP Tingika in 2019, when a private criminal As part of the charges, the two Covid-19 pandemic. An email from then caretaker Elikana, and former Penrhyn proceeding was filed by lawyer are alleged to have breached — RNZ 14 WELL WAHINE WEEK The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021

NETBALL MASTER CLASS: The Gisborne Netball Centre and wahine took to the courts to play walking netball and fast5 alongside Waikato/BoP Magic. All ages and skill levels came together to take part and showcase their magic. Picture supplied WELL WAHINE MOVE IT: Wahine moved and grooved to a full-body dance workout at Dancefit. Over 1000 wahine took part across week

WAHINE came together on Sunday to eat, listen to local musicians Golden Rule, and celebrate their experiences of Well Wahine Week 2021. The closing event was a chance for women to connect with providers to learn more about their activities and to meet other women who participated in activities during the week. Guest speaker Mayor Rehette Stoltz praised the variety of events on offer and the women and girls who prioritised their wellness by attending the week. The celebration concluded a week of 53 free events for women and girls, ranging from surfing and waka ama to workshops and much more. There were over 1000 participants across the various sessions. TRAIL VIXENS MOUNTAIN BIKING: The Trail Vixen mountain bikers These included wellness lapped up views from Titirangi, navigated through the Whataupoko workshops for wahine up the Reserve and looped around Matokitoki Valley. Coast where there were three well-attended workshops in Tairawhiti she thanked the With the success of this year’s Tokomaru Bay, Ruatoria and providers, sponsors and all the event, it was likely that Well Wharekahika. wahine participants who made Wahine Week would run again “Feedback so far has told us this week-long event a success in next year — provided there that women were motivated to its first year. was continued support from the attend these events because they Fellow active communities community. were free, but also because the adviser Sarah Pocock said: “We “We have received a lot of sessions were safe, judgement- hope that the wahine who got positive feedback from wahine WELLBEING CIRCLE: Female empowerment coach Aisling free environments where they involved learned something new, about the week, and some great Jackson hosted eight young women in a wellbeing circle. Held could turn up with or without a gained newfound confidence, or ideas for what we could do next at Tatapouri Bay Wellness Tent, they learned about the moon mate and try something new,” said made quality connections.” year,” said Mrs Ruifrok. and the menstrual cycle in a holistic context. Mrs Jackson said Sport Gisborne Tairawhiti active Local businesses sponsored “We have been approached by it was a beautiful event, and they all got goodie bags to take communities adviser Helayna prizes with a combined value of other providers who are interested away. She also wanted to thank the Tatapouri Bay crew for Ruifrok. $3000 for wahine who participated in bringing new Well Wahine having them. Picture by Aisling Jackson On behalf of Sport Gisborne in events during the week. events too.”

WELL WAHINE: Happy Hormones Workshop — “Hormone COASTAL WORKSHOP: Intentional Wahine Wellness Workshop — Our wahine in Te Tairawhiti took part Happy Hour” at the Functional Again Clinic had wahine buzzing in a free-flow korero about health, wellbeing, support and connection. The workshops were based in with knowledge. Tokomaru Bay, Ruatoria and Wharekahika. The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 TELEVISION 15 WEDNESDAY—THURSDAY’S TELEVISION GUIDE

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Ashburton RC races at Ashburton Thursday Jetbet 6 TAB Doubles 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 Trebles 2-3-4, 6-7-8 Quaddies 1-2-3-4, 5-6-7-8 Place6 3-8 Selections 11 23007 Da Vinci Girl (2) 57 52 S McKay 3 Ashburton U Hire 1.14 5 Ecolab 2.24 2 52668 Linedanceking (10) 59 62 Race 1: SOMBRA DEAMOR, CALL ME COQUETTA, DICELAND 12 Cheekini (5) 57 47 K Chowdhoory (a1) K Chowdhoory (a1) 13 5 Theunnamedfeeling (4) 57 47 (a3) $10,000, maiden, 2200m $15,000, open handicap, 1200m Race 2: HE’S READY, MOVIE STAR, LORD DARCI 3 27501 The Garrison (5) 59 62 J Lowry 14 6 Gelato (3) 57 46 R Mudhoo (a2) 1 00534 Listenlikethieves (11) 58.5 51 S Wynne 1 62033 Rocanto (5) 62 90 R Beeharry (a3) 4 00004 All Black Magic (8) 58 60 K Mudhoo Race 3: LISTENLIKETHIEVES, MISS TAVI, LOCKRAAR EMERGENCIES: 2 639L6 Kristofferson (8) 58.5 49 J Lowry 2 22387 Khimar War (4) 58 82 L Allpress 5 45401 Fionnuala (11) 57 62 K Kwo (a2) Race 4: LETSBRINGITON, ORIGINAL GANGSTER, 15 s99s0 Purple Rain (15) 57 45 3 40s85 Jack The Ripper (1) 58.5 48 C Barnes 3 42071 All About Magic (1) 55.5 81 6 06489 Magic Condor (12) 57 62 FISHERMANS BLUES 16 04000 Uber Roca (7) 57.5 45 4 s0750 Lancaster Park (3) 58.5 46 K Kwo (a2) M Gestain (a4) 7 12670 Recommended Flight (6) 56 60 Race 5: KHIMAR WAR, DEVIOUS, QUINTUPLE TWINS 5 50690 Double Act (4) 58.5 45 L Callaway 4 48216 Devious (3) 54.5 75 S Wynne L Allpress Race 6: JUST FABULOUS, POWNCE, EL GLADIADOR 2 Morrisons Saddlery & Feed 12.39 6 4 Lockraar (7) 58 50 G Jogoo 5 0567s Quintuple Twins (7) 54 78 C Johnson 8 68890 Take The Deel (7) 56 56 T Moseley Race 7: JOJO ROXX, LAPHROAIG, THE GARRISON $10,000, maiden, 1200m 7 33842 Volvik (2) 56.5 54 L Allpress 6 22505 Walkthisswey (6) 54 63 B Murray 9 s0969 Moreira (4) 55.5 55 S Wynne 8 32539 Miss Tavi (10) 56.5 53 R Mudhoo (a2) Race 8: ARE YOU CEREAL, POWNCE, VEE TWELVE 1 5s34 He’s Ready (1) 58.5 51 S Wynne 7 0749s Redford (2) 54 58 L Hemi 10 70s60 Jojo Roxx (1) 54.5 57 R Mudhoo (a2) 9 5s090 Highly Polished (5) 56.5 47 S McKay 2 0s368 Romantic Hero (9) 58.5 49 G Jogoo 11 94745 Santori (9) 54.5 57 S Collett 10 0s096 So You Reign (6) 56.5 45 S Collett 6 Betty Wadley Memorial 2.59 3 — Whippersnapper SCRATCHED 12 86356 Viva La Blues (3) 54.5 57 L Hemi 11 090s0 Wendy Darling (9) 56.5 45 (a3) $11,000, rating 74 benchmark, 1400m 4 09s Goodonyamate (16) 58 45 8 Farm Source 4.09 5 Lord Darci (5) 58 45 L Allpress 4 Malcolm Davidson Memorial 1.49 1 25768 El Gladiador (10) 59 72 M Gestain (a4) 6 Stan With Me (17) 58 45 2 91225 Hunter Villain (2) 58 70 J Lowry $11,000, rating 74 benchmark, 1600m 7 373s8 Just A Girl (10) 56.5 53 K Mudhoo $10,000, rating 65&jumps benchmark*, 3 82749 Just Fabulous (1) 57.5 73 S Collett 1 52240 Hee’s Our Secret (12) 59 71 C Barnes 1 NZB Insurance Pearl Series 12.04 8 7s002 Global Star (15) 56.5 52 S McKay 2200m 4 0s120 Blair Flight (3) 56.5 67 K Kwo (a2) 2 75434 Manhattan Flame (2) 59 71 $10,000, maiden f&m, 1400m 9 8 Flash Ash Vegas (14) 56.5 45 L Hemi 1 28775 Fishermans Blues (9) 60 65 5 08051 Clooney (5) 56.5 67 L Allpress 10 4607s Youneverknow (3) 56.5 45 R Mudhoo (a2) R Beeharry (a3) 1 32493 Wannabe ‘n’ Paris (14) 57.5 54 6 8s99s Romantic Whisper (7) 55.5 69 3 03085 El Bee Jack (10) 58 69 C Johnson D Bothamley K Chowdhoory (a1) 2 87573 Original Gangster (3) 59.5 64 L Allpress K Mudhoo 4 41920 Highly Unlikely (3) 57.5 68 D Bothamley 2 65602 Sweet Fields (6) 57.5 52 T Moseley 11 20s Movie Star (7) 56 51 C Barnes 3 64888 King Of The Dance (1) 59 63 L Hemi 7 32014 Tradition (8) 55.5 69 S McKay 5 04109 Are You Cereal (4) 57 67 T Moseley 3 58443 Izzy Houdini (1) 57.5 51 K Mudhoo 12 Ivy Belle (12) 56 47 S Collett 4 910 Final Lot (7) 58.5 62 C Johnson 8 30341 Itsonlymoney (6) 55 68 S Wynne 4 08093 Sombra Deamor (11) 57.5 51 G Jogoo 13 0970s Popcorn Kate (11) 56 45 5 70327 Letsbringiton (8) 57 59 G Jogoo 6 s1610 My Sova (8) 57 67 G Jogoo 9 5s334 Pownce (9) 55 68 L Hemi 7 34532 Vee Twelve (5) 56 65 M Gestain (a4) 5 8s553 Spindleshanks (16) 57.5 51 14 Waihora Mist (8) 56 45 T Jonker 6 60214 Maidinthemist (5) 56.5 62 10 48606 Riverfalls (4) 54.5 67 B Murray 6 30 Call Me Coquetta (10) 57.5 50 S Wynne EMERGENCIES: M Gestain (a4) 8 5s334 Pownce (11) 55.5 68 7 08s74 Crimson Star (8) 57.5 50 C Barnes 15 04990 Baby Cheeses (2) 56 45 C Johnson 7 34s08 Reliably Perky (6) 55.5 60 C Barnes 7 Premier Equine Vets 3.34 9 06389 Pamir (7) 55 67 R Mudhoo (a2) 8 07s75 Mabilis (12) 57.5 47 L Hemi 16 0 Guard Of Honor (4) 58.5 46 8 09064 Colorado Miss (10) 55 59 T Moseley 10 346s0 Rivaldo (9) 55 63 S Collett 9 03770 Namibia Miss (9) 57.5 47 S Collett 17 08 Diamond Riviere (13) 56 45 9 05655 Rockwithme (2) 55 59 S Wynne $10,000, rating 65 benchmark*, 1400m 11 02830 Vermont (6) 54 60 S Wynne 10 00325 Diceland (13) 57 53 C Johnson 18 Cheekini (6) 56 47 10 00600 Battlinaway (4) 55 55 B Murray 1 38173 Laphroaig (2) 59 62 D Bothamley 12 70s60 Jojo Roxx (1) 54 57

Waikato BoP harness at Cambridge Thursday Jetbet 5 TAB D. 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 T. 1-2-3, 4-5-6, 7-8-9 Q. 2-3-4-5, 6-7-8-9 PL6 4-9 Selections 2 Gregory Covers & Saddlery 5.29 4 Irt Your Horse. Our Passion 6.19 8 54171 Majestic Harry (20) 4 M Teaz 8 gavelhouse.com Pace 8.02 9 L1022 As Free As Air (20) U1 A Poutama Race 1: COMMANDER CATHY, SETTLE PETAL, SHANLOU $8000, 3yo+, up-r45 w/c stand, 2200m $8000, 4yo+ r52-r56. mobile, 2200m $8000, 4yo+ r40-r50. mobile, 2200m Race 2: AFLYIN SPUR, I SEE FIRE, THE BIG BIRD 10 99464 Presidential Jewel (30) 1 T Mitchell 1 s5553 Keystone Cavalier (Fr) 1 Z Butcher 1 21046 Kowhai Park (Fr) 1 D Butcher Race 3: MIA RAGAZZA, LITTLE SUZIE, JE T’AIME 1 08004 Maurice (Fr) 1 K Marshall 2 7868P Sir Henry Castleton (Fr) 2 A Harrison (J) 2 47471 Cotton Socks (Fr) 2 (J) 6 Waikato Guineas Pace 7.0 9 Race 4: ROUGH AND READY, DOWN THE HATCH, SARANDON 2 70790 Natural Fire (Fr) 2 S Abernethy 3 1 Aflyin Spur (Fr) 3 D Butcher 3 28610 Dun It Bad (Fr) 3 M W White $15,000, 3yo r60. mobile, 2200m 3 80237 Eighteen Carat (Fr) 3 A Harrison (J) Race 5: KRISTOFFERSON, LIAISON, PRESIDENTIAL JEWEL 4 48346 Safrakova (Fr) 4 S McCaffrey 4 72231 Sarandon (Fr) 4 Z Butcher 4 46579 Fleeting Grin (Fr) 4 J Stormont Race 6: LAST TANGO IN HEAVEN, OUTLAW MAN, ALADDIN 5 D0024 Tramps Like Us (Fr) 5 P Ferguson 1 s4223 Alta Wiseguy (Fr) 1 B Butcher 5 83746 Bugalugs (Fr) 5 L Whittaker (J) 5 32158 Richmond Tiger (Fr) 5 Z Butcher Race 7: EMMBER, PULL THE OTHER LEG, THE BANKER 6 97339 The Big Bird (Fr) 6 J Dickie SCRATCHED 2 s1136 Thee Old Bomb (Fr) 2 M W White 6 — Bodrum Boy 6 27843 Itsthefinalcountdown (Fr) 6 P Ferguson Race 8: EIGHTEEN CARAT, THE PEACEMAKER, MAURICE 7 560s7 I See Fire (Fr) 7 T Herlihy 3 3s411 Cya Art (Fr) 3 D Butcher 7 51876 Weren’t Watching (Fr) 6 P Ferguson 7 29422 The Peacemaker (Fr) 7 L Whittaker (J) Race 9: WILLIS GRAHAM, ULTIMATE MOMENT, CEPHEUS 8 62319 Who’s Queen (Fr) 8 S Phelan 8 30495 Rough And Ready (Fr) 7 T Mitchell 4 3s121 Last Tango In Heaven (Fr) 4 T Herlihy 9 41057 Flying Scotsman (Fr) U1 A Poutama 8 84045 The Blue Beat (Fr) 8 J Abernethy 9 72335 Down The Hatch (Fr) 21 B Butcher 5 61276 Outlaw Man (Fr) 5 T Mitchell 10 36467 Manchester’s Eclipse (Fr) U2 T Mitchell 6 14572 Aladdin (Fr) 6 P Ferguson 9 63738 Panspacificjet (Fr) 21 J Robinson 11 21668 Doris Rae (Fr) U3 A Matthews 10 77145 Hezashadowplaya (Fr) 22 S Abernethy 7 Cambridge Homes Pace 7.34 9 Cambridge Raceway Supps 8.27 3 Mitre 10 Cambridge Pace 5.54 5 Dunstan Horse Feeds Trot 6.44 1 Balloons Visit 19th March 5.04 $8000, 4yo+ r57-r65. mobile, 2200m $8000, non-winners 3yo+ stand, 2200m $8000, non-winners 2yo+. mobile, 2200m $8000, r46-r67 discretionary handicap stand, $8000, non-winners 3yo+. mobile, 2200m 2200m 1 31505 Emmber (Fr) 1 M W White 1 Aeonian (Fr) 1 D Balle 1 453s9 Pure Carbon (Fr) 1 2 88933 Jasinova (Fr) 2 S McCaffrey 1 35422 Commander Cathy (Fr) 1 Z Butcher 2 4 Lilliburlero (Fr) 2 A Poutama 1 02732 The Last Gamble (Fr) 1 L Whittaker (J) 2 07916 Lynton Creek (Fr) 2 T Cameron 3 04 Sonsofthemerch (Fr) 3 Z Butcher 2 3297 Wet Flipflops (Fr) 2 A Harrison (J) 3 5422s Mia Ragazza (Fr) 3 T Herlihy 2 5890s Superfast Ninja (Fr) 2 A Drake (J) 3 59584 Brookies Jaffa (Fr) 3 S Abernethy 3 72226 Shanlou (Fr) 3 M McKendry 4 94753 Little Suzie (Fr) 4 B Butcher 3 12488 Liaison (10) 1 Z Butcher 4 85108 Betterbebetter (Fr) 4 J Stormont 4 50802 Keystone Comet (Fr) 4 S Phelan 4 s8863 Nyla (Fr) 4 B Butcher 5 5 Je T’aime (Fr) 5 P Ferguson 4 86243 Griffins Hall (10) U1 P Ferguson 5 8s666 Franco Riot (Fr) 5 Z Butcher 5 66 Willis Graham (Fr) 5 T Mitchell 5 37 Settle Petal (Fr) 5 T Herlihy 6 4 Cos I Can (Fr) 6 L Whittaker (J) 5 29015 Ivegotbills (20) 1 A Harrison (J) 6 32192 Pull The Other Leg (Fr) 6 L Whittaker (J) 6 65267 Cepheus (Fr) U1 J Abernethy 6 732 Alta Cassino (Fr) 6 T Cameron 7 63745 Tuxedo Bromac (Fr) 7 D Butcher 6 13424 Kristofferson (20) 2 J Dickie 7 L3411 Satchmo (Fr) 7 P Ferguson 7 63765 Wynberg Watch (Fr) U2 7 77564 Harvey Specter (Fr) 7 P Ferguson 8 — Tintoretto SCRATCHED 7 72515 Fira (20) 3 D Butcher 8 72132 The Banker (Fr) 8 D Butcher 8 40348 Ultimate Moment (Fr) U3 J Robinson

Christchurch greys at Addington Thursday Jetbet 9 TAB D. 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 T. 1-2-3, 4-5-6, 7-8-9, 10-11-12 Q. 2-3-4-5, 9-10-11-12 PL6 7-12 Selections 2 Active Electrical C'church 4.18 7 16172 Culvie But 17.29 Janine McCook 4 64335 Opawa Bailey 17.06 Robin Wales 4 14316 Super Over Drama 17.12 Riley Evans Race 1: CANYA MONEYMAKER, GOTCHA TROY, KIWI GUNN 8 22572 Button It 17.31 Janine McCook 5 16887 Mitcham Rob 17.24 John McInerney 5 44811 Homebush Aimee 17.19 John McInerney $2095, C3, 295m EMERGENCIES: 6 77518 Homebush Caesar 17.16 John McInerney 6 62121 Mitcham Magic 17.03 John McInerney Race 2: GOLDEN BAY, OPAWA NIP, PENNY JANE 1 57123 Opawa Nip 17.24 Robin Wales 9 71773 Amuri Batman 17.30 John McInerney 7 25366 Man Of Letters 17.19 Alison Lee 7 36533 Mitcham Sam 17.19 John McInerney Race 3: PUNTERS BOLT, BILLY RAY, MOANY MALONEY 2 33826 Penny Jane 17.30 Hart & Taylor 10 65243 Mega Dream 17.20 Lisa Waretini 8 11472 Tweet About It 17.25 Hart & Taylor 8 33261 Gary 17.10 Daniel Lane Race 4: EDGE OF REASON, NEXT OFF, SOUFFLE SUE 3 45175 Mulberry Brit 17.42 Ken Cassidy EMERGENCIES: EMERGENCIES: Race 5: GREAT WORK, KNOW GRIZZLES, GOLDSTAR YANKEE 4 31164 Goldstar Whitey 17.29 S & B Evans 5 Thursday Place Pick Stakes 5.19 9 48575 Homebush Gambler 17.19 John McInerney 9 48575 Homebush Gambler 17.19 John McInerney Race 6: STARBURST GEORGE, HILTON HOPE, ROMEO 5 22836 Starr Blueblood 17.23 John McInerney $3385, C3, 520m 10 86666 Opawa Jaws 17.07 Robin Wales 10 86666 Opawa Jaws 17.07 Robin Wales 6 24864 Calm Inferno 17.16 Bruce Dann Race 7: OPAWA BAILEY, HOMEBUSH GLITCH, 1 43371 Know Grizzles 30.32 Garry Cleeve MAXIMUS SPEED 7 F1131 Golden Bay 17.12 Janine McCook 8 Zambora Brockie @ Stud 6.34 11 Kolorful Kanvas Sprint 7.50 8 53367 Marakesh Max 17.47 John McInerney 2 52312 Great Work 30.05 J & D Fahey Race 8: ELLIAS BALE, MR BLACKJACK, GOLDSTAR TRUMAN $4680, C1/2, distance, 645m $2450, C4, 295m EMERGENCIES: 3 54243 Goldstar Yankee 30.22 Riley Evans Race 9: VAN NINDI, HUMBLING, OPAWA DEAL 9 14548 Special As 17.20 Janine McCook 4 34414 Goldstar Spook 30.20 Riley Evans 1 24466 Adobe Bro nwtd Matt Roberts 1 366s3 Curly Bill 17.37 Michael Dempsey Race 10: MITCHAM MAGIC, KING TOLIMAN, GARY 10 36854 Hendrix Bale 17.28 Craig Roberts 5 73456 Meatloaf 30.39 Sharon Hindson 2 54522 Goldstar Truman 37.81 Riley Evans 2 37324 Diamond Harmony 17.31 Malcolm Grant Race 11: OPAWA PHIL, CURLY BILL, MUSTANG MEGAN 6 41537 Darla Bale 30.24 Craig Roberts 3 34662 Run Run Rover 38.21 Ashley Bradshaw 3 111F5 Mustang Megan 17.16 Hart & Taylor Race 12: HONEY LANTREE, HOMEBUSH BOOTS, 3 Casswoods Carpet & Mats 4.35 7 71773 Amuri Batman 30.68 John McInerney 4 33471 Mr Blackjack 37.92 J & D Fahey 4 43656 Amuri Magic 17.27 John McInerney 8 24367 Opawa Cutie 30.29 Robin Wales 5 Vacant Box Five - n & a MITCHAM USAIN $2095, C3, 295m 5 11448 St Andrews 17.33 J M Lane 6 43833 Black Stockings 37.92 Ashley Bradshaw 6 76572 Just Izzy 17.18 Bruce Dann 1 86137 Billy Ray 17.25 Norman Wanhalla 6 Amber Cleaning Services 5.44 7 86855 Nighthawk Wish nwtd Daniel Roberts 7 51356 Homebush Zack 17.26 John McInerney 2 65212 Punters Bolt 17.63 Robin Wales $2920, C4/5, 295m 8 55575 Ellias Bale nwtd Craig Roberts 8 52262 Opawa Phil 17.24 Robin Wales 3 13123 Khatia 17.50 John McInerney EMERGENCIES: 4 23456 Ulyssa Bale 17.26 Craig Roberts 1 18172 Hilton Hope 17.13 Bruce Dann 9 Christchurch Casino Stakes 6.57 2 85137 Tucker 17.28 Daniel Lane 9 48575 Homebush Gambler 17.19 John McInerney 5 66344 Goldstar Aria 17.37 Riley Evans $4795, C4/5, 520m 6 34868 Suck It Up 17.34 Hart & Taylor 3 31227 Starburst George 17.03 Malcolm Grant 10 77577 Taieri Snapshot 17.26 Ray Casey 1 christchurchgreyhounds.co.nz 3.59 7 41283 Moany Maloney 17.23 Ashley Bradshaw 4 64115 Goldstar Flora 17.15 Riley Evans 1 37388 Pretty Busy 30.17 J & D Fahey 12 Protexin Dash 8.11 8 51637 Mulberry Sox 17.28 Ken Cassidy 5 54114 Double Speed 17.24 J M Lane 2 37754 Van Evie 29.93 Calum Weir $2095, C3, 295m EMERGENCIES: 6 72681 Maffra Daisy 17.22 John McInerney 3 44833 Opawa Deal 29.98 J & D Fahey $2450, C4, 295m 1 17631 Delaroche 17.55 Rosemary Blackburn 9 14548 Special As 17.20 Janine McCook 7 15415 Mitcham Ryder 17.16 John McInerney 4 12168 Opawa Solomon 30.09 J & D Fahey 1 42668 Homebush Boots 17.20 John McInerney 2 58568 Kiwi Gunn 17.22 Daniel Lane 10 36854 Hendrix Bale 17.28 Craig Roberts 8 54313 Romeo 17.20 John McInerney 5 Vacant Box Five - n & a 2 45217 Goldstar Jay Jay 17.24 S & B Evans 3 33478 Regal Jock 17.28 John McInerney EMERGENCIES: 6 6s217 Van Nindi 30.04 Calum Weir 3 42335 Homebush Stasser 17.23 John McInerney 4 The Fitz Sports Bar Sprint 4.54 9 48575 Homebush Gambler 17.19 John McInerney 7 54587 He’s Ali 30.08 Craig Roberts 4 65243 Mega Dream 17.20 Lisa Waretini 4 75636 Horse Range 17.43 Malcolm Grant 10 86666 Opawa Jaws 17.07 Robin Wales 8 11475 Humbling 29.97 J & D Fahey 5 52787 Sneaky Snitch 17.18 Hart & Taylor $2300, C3, final, 295m 5 31718 Spice Spice Baby 17.32 Ashley Bradshaw 6 75258 Amuri Liv 17.16 John McInerney 1 62441 Souffle Sue 17.19 John McInerney 7 Clarkson’s Sign Studio 6.09 10 Springston Hotel Dash 7. 24 6 32134 Mitcham Usain 17.21 John McInerney 7 521F4 Canya Moneymaker 17.08 J & D Fahey 2 34223 Next Off 17.31 Daniel Lane 7 42142 Honey Lantree 17.19 Matt Roberts 8 11436 Gotcha Troy 17.17 Calum Weir 3 26532 Come A Guster 17.30 Malcolm Grant $2920, C4/5, 295m $2920, C4/5, 295m 8 31718 Diamond Empress 17.36 Malcolm Grant EMERGENCIES: 4 44511 Homebush Liam 17.08 John McInerney 1 562F1 Maximus Speed 17.21 Craig Roberts 1 53772 Goldstar Clover 17.21 Riley Evans EMERGENCIES: 9 14548 Special As 17.20 Janine McCook 5 21122 Mitcham Becky 17.22 Janine McCook 2 11281 Homebush Glitch 17.16 John McInerney 2 81452 King Toliman 17.06 Daniel Roberts 9 86666 Opawa Jaws 17.07 Robin Wales 10 36854 Hendrix Bale 17.28 Craig Roberts 6 11271 Edge Of Reason 17.16 Jason Dunn 3 22871 Goldstar Major 17.24 Riley Evans 3 s1154 Our Dazzel 17.00 Robin Wales 10 77577 Taieri Snapshot 17.26 Ray Casey

Auckland greys at Manukau Thursday Jetbet 3 TAB D. 2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 T. 1-2-3, 9-10-11 Q. 2-3-4-5, 8-9-10-11 PL6 6-11 Selections 2 Mayhounds Rehoming 12.30 5 51875 Bigtime Otis 19.11 R & N O’Regan 2 37617 Overtaking nwtd W & T Steele 5 Vacant Box Five - n & a Race 1: KNUCKLES NUGGET, MY BRO JET, BRANDI CHASER 6 41147 Go All Lin 18.56 S O’Neill 3 56367 Master Brady 31.05 Sean Codlin 6 46247 Thrilling Razor 30.68 Karen Walsh $1510, C1, 318m 7 36134 Big Time Lenny 18.70 R & N O’Regan 4 28854 Ascott nwtd W & T Steele 7 Vacant Box Seven - n & a Race 2: SERBIAN ACE, COOLIBAH KID, UP YOUR QUOTA 1 6657s Serbian Ace 18.87 T & L Craik 8 65487 Stay Rich 18.55 M & J Smith 5 32112 Calf King nwtd Phil Green 8 83235 Kea Viking 30.95 W & T Steele Race 3: PORTLAND TOY, ALLEGRO ELLA, 2 23141 Coolibah Kid 18.64 Udy & Cottam 6 2611 Lucy Mirko nwtd T & L Craik ALWAYS DREAMING 3 52836 It’s Complicated 18.68 R & N O’Regan 5 Jo’s W'sale & Sports Bar Taipa 1.23 7 85232 Bigtime Alfie nwtd R & N O’Regan 10 Hewlett Electrical Sprint 2.51 Race 4: NANA MOLLY, RAILING RACCOON, PORTLAND ART 4 2217 Up Your Quota 18.64 Phil Green $1745, C2, heat, 318m 8 54426 Opawa Gonzo 30.86 Glennis Farrell $2095, C3, 318m Race 5: ALLEGRO RORY, BOOT CAMP TIARA, BASELINE 5 51557 Smash Out 18.90 R & L Udy EMERGENCIES: 1 64452 Boot Camp Tiara 18.59 R & L Udy 1 56264 Rod’s Girl 18.70 Udy & Cottam Race 6: THRILLING MILO, GLOW UP, OPAWA DELIGHT 6 56763 Sadowski 18.86 Linda Martin 9 55845 Thea Who 31.34 M Prangley 2 12218 Allegro Rory 18.36 Robert Roper 10 7F448 Smash Zone nwtd R & L Udy 2 22742 Portland Berry 18.40 T & L Craik Race 7: LUCY MIRKO, CALF KING, QUEENA BALE 7 45425 Nexus 18.60 Glennis Farrell 8 85777 Sir Yens 18.82 K T Herbert 3 44476 Bigtime Cutie 18.70 R & N O’Regan 3 13111 Start Bailing 18.50 M & J Smith Race 8: THRILLING WATSON, MIRKO, BOBBLE EMERGENCY: 4 67583 Our Hotrod 18.64 Udy & Cottam 8 Mt Wellington Tab Series Ht 2 2.16 4 7671s Kelly’s Girl 18.44 M & J Smith Race 9: THRILLING NEVE, DANISH DELIGHT, 5 66437 Claretown Beau nwtd R & N O’Regan 9 18768 Bigtime Tank 18.75 R & N O’Regan $2565, C1, heat, 527m 5 33211 Prideful 18.60 T & L Craik THRILLING RAZOR 6 25438 Pacemaker 18.51 S O’Neill 6 14563 Medusa Who 18.59 M Prangley Race 10: PORTLAND BERRY, START BAILING, ROD’S GIRL 3 Jo’s W'sale & Sports Bar Taipa 12.48 7 87554 Opawa Roy 18.93 Marsha Black 1 66564 Bobble 30.93 W & T Steele 7 51336 Noise Maker 18.70 Phil Green 2 52276 Margaux 30.92 Phil Green 8 35471 Baseline 18.64 T & L Craik 8 52667 Fernando Charm 18.49 Thayne Green Race 11: NICK’S BLUNDER, YOU’RE GORGEOUS, $1745, C2, heat, 318m 3 35522 Federer nwtd T & L Craik EMERGENCY: ALL DAY LONG 1 2818s Portland Toy 18.60 T & L Craik 4 11 Thrilling Watson 30.59 Karen Walsh 6 Pump & Engineering Serv. 1.41 9 73378 Belmonts 18.54 R & N O’Regan 1 Auckland GRC On Facebook 12.13 2 42627 Ford Man 18.68 R & L Udy $2920, C1/2, 527m 5 36444 Hurry Flurry nwtd Udy & Cottam 3 38s87 Allegro Ella nwtd R & N O’Regan 6 33413 Mirko 30.98 T & L Craik 11 Sportsbowl Function Centre 3.08 $1425, C0, 318m 4 43635 Always Dreaming 18.55 Glennis Farrell 1 55845 Thea Who 31.34 M Prangley 7 34135 Tides Rising nwtd Thayne Green 2 61211 Thrilling Milo 30.78 Emma Potts $1510, C1, 318m 1 8653 Brandi Chaser nwtd W & T Steele 5 75164 Ruby Express 18.79 Marsha Black 8 72224 Opawa Jade 31.34 W & T Steele 3 65446 Glow Up 30.46 T & L Craik EMERGENCIES: 2 63736 Rapinoe nwtd Marsha Black 6 34431 Mitcham Greg 18.55 S O’Neill 1 42245 All Day Long 18.99 Robert Roper 4 15787 Opawa Delight 30.52 T & L Craik 9 53555 Opawa Nemo 30.96 W & T Steele 3 Barney Parrot nwtd T & L Craik 7 61758 Get Me Home 18.86 Udy & Cottam 2 71318 Nick’s Blunder 18.60 Phil Green 8 68856 Paris End 18.74 R & N O’Regan 5 53555 Opawa Nemo 30.96 W & T Steele 10 7F448 Smash Zone nwtd R & L Udy 3 s8612 You’re Gorgeous 18.72 T & L Craik 4 2 Knuckles Nugget nwtd Hayley Mullane 6 33287 Opawa Big 30.72 Glennis Farrell 4 48564 Tribal Conquest 18.80 R & L Udy 5 683 Trevor nwtd R & L Udy 4 Jo’s W'sale & Sports Bar Taipa 1.05 7 62427 All Unite nwtd Phil Green 9 Carol’s Tab Taipa Tavern 2.33 5 71324 My Mate Speight 18.81 Udy & Cottam 6 45254 My Bro Jet nwtd Thayne Green 8 27336 Gao Gao 30.53 Glennis Farrell 7 Stones nwtd Phil Green $1745, C2, heat, 318m $4090, C3/4, 527m 6 7F448 Smash Zone nwtd R & L Udy 8 887 Maybe Megan nwtd R & L Udy 1 64153 Nana Molly 18.50 Udy & Cottam 7 Mt Wellington Tab Series Ht 1 1.58 1 24544 Thrilling Neve 30.53 Karen Walsh 7 74847 Bigtime Bremner 18.68 R & N O’Regan EMERGENCIES: 2 87246 Just Nia 18.67 Marsha Black 2 56166 Danish Delight 30.52 T & L Craik 8 86333 Hardcore Kobe nwtd Jim Black 9 87365 Pachinko nwtd Linda Martin 3 37761 Portland Art 18.47 T & L Craik $2565, C1, heat, 527m 3 Vacant Box Three - n & a EMERGENCY: 10 44s44 Big Time Cruise nwtd M Prangley 4 24314 Railing Raccoon 18.83 Sean Codlin 1 84656 Queena Bale nwtd Craig Roberts 4 16475 Dobby Who 30.41 M Prangley 9 18768 Bigtime Tank 18.75 R & N O’Regan The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 FOCUS ON THE LAND 17 AgriHQ MARKET REPORT Week beginning March 15

LAMB The US lamb market is shaking off some of its Covid concerns in the light of impressive vaccination rates. JOB WELL DONE: Throughout the US states, 15-25 percent of Graeme Cook the population has received their first dose and Glen were of the vaccine. If we add in the 25 percent of pictured getting the population who are likely to have natural the job done in immunity through infection, the US could the short head achieve “herd immunity” as early as the end and yard at the of July. Ruakituri dog trial There is some upward potential for US at the weekend. frozen frenched-rack prices with foodservice The pair finished customers now re-entering the market. third in the short The AgriHQ market indicator for this cut head after winning is holding steady at US$6.50/lb, but the spot the long head. market is getting as heated at US$7.30/lb and Picture by the distressed prices offered at less than Donna Halley US$6.00/lb earlier on are now a thing of the past.

BEEF Imported 95CL bull prices nudged 2c/lb lower to average US$2.44/lb last week. Imported 90CL cow prices are showing a lot more variance but the average has only eased to $2.24/lb. The softer market conditions that have Hard work reaps rewards developed since the US winter storms in late February are considered timely with the market needing to take a breather. by Donna Halley put on a successful trial. Graeme Cook Bill 92 5. The imported beef market had made strong The straight hunt sheep worked really Event three, zig zag hunt, judge Brett gains in the six weeks to mid-February, GRAEME Cook qualified both his well for the dogs on Friday, which was Loffler: Corey McCarthy Arthur 94 1, reacting to very tight Australian supplies. heading dogs for the New Zealand/South reflected in the high scores. Frank Mead Flare 92 2, Colin Bayliss Typically, imported prices don’t tend to rally Island championships in Gore in May at Results — Ammo 91 3, Damien MacPherson Tui until April, allowing demand to develop the Ruakituri dog trial at the weekend. Event one, long head, judge Allen 90.5 4, James Noble-Campbell Cash 90.25 naturally as the US gears up for peak spring Graeme won the long head with Glen Irwin: Graeme Cook Glen 93.5 1, Allen 5. grilling season. and was fifth in the short head and yard Irwin Dot 93 2, Damien MacPherson Event four, straight hunt, judge Frank An inflated market now when US supplies with Bill. Pace 92.5 3, Jamie Powdrell Jet 92 4, Leo Mead: Colin Bayliss Tahi 98.8 1, Brad are seasonally low, lessens the ability for The other titles went to Merv Utting Edginton Larry 91 5. McHardy May 98.7 2, Colin Bayliss imported prices to fully benefit from higher (short head and yard), Corey McCarthy Event two, short head and yard, judge Ammo 98.25 3, Jake Roche Bex 98 4, Ben returns when our own supplies start to pick (zig zag hunt) and Colin Bayliss (straight Scott Wedd: Merv Utting Guy 96.5 1, Te Kahika Pearl 5. up. hunt). Colin Bayliss Jet 96.25 2, Graeme Cook The Whangara Club will host the trials New Zealand exporters seem unfazed by the A big thanks goes out to all those that Glen 96 3, Rob Jeffery Strike 92.5 4, this weekend. recent weakening in asking prices but will be looking for signs of a firmer market from April to balance the expected upside in slaughter rates as the cull cow kill peaks into May. Champions of rural sports GOAT BUYER WOOL North Island wool sales have reduced to THE 2021 Norwood New Zealand Rural The winners were: a fortnightly schedule and evidently this has Sports Awards winners were announced PTS Logistics NZ Rural Sportsman of worked in the market’s favour. at the weekend at Awapuni Racecourse in the Year — Rowland Smith. Reports from agencies suggest the strong- Palmerston North. Skellerup NZ Rural Sportswoman of wool indicator strengthened by roughly 40c/ Nathan Twaddle, Convenor of the the Year — Keryn Herbert. kg. This puts the North Island strong-wool New Zealand Rural Sports Awards Fonterra NZ Rural Youth Sportsperson market near the same level as the South Island Judging Panel said he was thrilled to of the Year — Stephanie McNair. at February’s close ($2.20/kg clean), however, be celebrating so many people who had Levno Outstanding Contribution To southern wool prices strengthened further in provided a lasting impact and benefit to Rural Sport (joint winners) — Murray the first auction of March. the rural sporting community. and Deneece Goldsworthy and Warren All wool types strengthened at North Island “The Norwood New Zealand Rural White. sales last week and faced near-clearance. Sports Awards honour everyone from Toyota Lifetime Legacy To Rural Sport BUYING ALL GOATS Lambs wool (27-29mic) was the only option to young athletes to lifetime achievers, (joint winners) — Sally Mallinson, Curly crack the $3/kg clean price point. including those who work behind the Troon, Greg Herrick, Nick Liefting, ALL YEAR ROUND Growth in the last auction is encouraging, scenes to make sure rural sports survive. Sheree Taylor. Prompt pickup & payment however, strong-wool prices are still largely “This year, once again, we had an Norwood New Zealand Rural Sports Experienced musterers can be arranged based within $1.90-$2.30/kg clean, which is not incredibly impressive line-up of finalists Supreme Award — Stephanie McNair. doing much to heal the disparity between the for each category, showcasing the Sir Brian Lochore Memorial Award — Contact Brian Hutchings 022 069 5212 wool cheque and the shearing bill. strengths of rural sports in Aotearoa.” Tom Walsh. [email protected] 26052-01

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The success- • Present Annual at the Tairawhiti REAP ful applicant will be You will be responsible for the development and management Linen, Books, Cakes, Jams and Pickles, Reports Plants and Produce, White Elephant, Gisborne Office, cnr responsible for ordering of projects and staff across a diverse customer base. Reporting • Confirm 5 COM reps Grey & Kahutia Streets. and preparing materials/ Raffles, Children’s Activities, through the expired to the General Manager, you will be a key member of the AGENDA resources for the management team in providing an innovative and high quality Sausage Sizzle, Morning Teas term of: faculties and will also Rawson Wright, • Confirmation of 2020 provide in-class support “Total Engineering Service”. Tim Reedy, AGM Meeting min- during practical lessons The responsibilities of the Divisional Manager include: Tui Takarangi, utes, Wednesday 17th when experiments and Beau Beach and June, 2020 cooking are taking • Customer relationship management. WAIROA DISTRICT Sam Murphy who are • Matters Arising place. • Three remits from • Identifying and obtaining projects. deemed nominated • Project / job planning and cost control. ROAD CLOSURES for re-election. 2020 to be Laboratory skills are 8AM MONDAY 19th APRIL 2021 • General Business readdressed preferred but not • Team development, training, and leadership. • Adoption of Annual necessary. Experience • Management reporting. to 5PM SATURDAY 24th APRIL Annual Report is sent to in the hospitality Shareholders with Report • Develop and manage quality systems, such as Health and 2021 • Presentation of industry would also be Safety. known contacts. valuable. Pursuant to section 342(1)(b) of the Local Audited Accounts • Contribute to the strategic direction of the business. Full Agenda is available • Election of This is a permanent Government Act 1974, notice is hereby on Whanau Facebook Representatives part-time, term time We are seeking a motivated and experienced person who has: given that the Wairoa District Council, for page. Wairoa – Community only position for 25 Gisborne – General hours per week with the • Strong metal fabrication trade experience. the purpose of carrying out the replacement Proxy and Nomination • Proven skills in customer development and management. forms are available: Gisborne - Rural potential to extend this of the beams and bridge deck on the Barker • • A track record of team leadership, integrity and high-quality Bridge, Ruakituri Road RP 9.20: Changes to Trust to 30 hours if funding • Online at Maori Inc Deed/Constitution allows. management systems. • Ruakituri Road RP 9.20. 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K Tipuna returned to Timoti unable to attend kanohi [email protected] or INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE Maru, Returning te kanohi. post to the Principal, Lytton High School, PO This position provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated OFFICER Officer, 269 Tapuaeroa For the zoom link person who wishes to take the next step in their career to enhance Rd, Ruatoria 4083 or Box 635, Gisborne and any other queries 4040. their skills and experience. Applications close 15th April 2021. Emailed to jtandtk please contact the Board WAIROA [email protected] Secretary on (06)868 Applications close 1pm, Gisborne Engineering Limited District Council Forms to be received no 4186 or email your Friday 26th March 46 Parkinson St, Awapuni, Gisborne 4010 later than 3 clear days query to gisborne@ 2021. Ph: 06 869 0157 ex 204 Fax: 06 869 0158 before the date of the tairawhitireap.org.nz Marama Henwood Email: [email protected] AGM. 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We run a modern Phone The ideal person for this role will: Phone Tyler, Enterprise fleet of Kenworth trucks, specializing in 869 0601 • have strong experience in providing excellent administrative support bulk cartage of aggregate, servicing the • have strong communication skills 027 728 2472 whole of the East Coast. • have great networking skills We are looking for someone with • have an advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications Situations Vacant a positive attitude to fit in with our FARMING (Project Management desirable) and friendly professional team. The successful • be a confident hui (meeting) organizer and minute secretary. MATAURA SCHOOL applicant will need the following: Livestock Does this sound like you? Are you a natural multi-tasker and “doer” who will fly • Min 3 years truck and trailer experience through their responsibilities within the hours allocated to the role? RELIEVER NEEDED • Clean class 5 license preferably with Previous experience as a PA is desirable but not essential. 24th May - 16th December WTR endorsements For more information and to apply – please visit our careers page on • Ability to operate loading machinery www.hauroatairawhiti.org.nz This is to teach in a Year 4-8 bilingual • Self-motivated with a great work ethic, WAIROA class of 19 students. 61% of our school adaptable and a “can do” attitude CLEARING SALE Applications close: Thursday, 25 March 2021. population identify as Māori. • Enjoy working as part of a small team A/c Wairoa This is a maternity leave position. but can work alone Waikaremoana We are offering subsidised accommodation • Pre-employment and random testing Maori Trust Board - approximately $120 for a 3 bedroom are done Saturday 20th house! • A sound awareness of Health & Safety March 2021, 11am We would love to attract a teacher who practices Apply online www.hauoratairawhiti.org.nz 30 Marine Parade speaks enough Te Reo Māori to support If you want to find out more please Wairoa these 19 students whose whanau have The following chosen for them to learn bilingually. phone Kevin McKay on 027 246 3350, please no text messages. vehicles listed have been kept regularly Phone Susan Dennison (tumuaki) if you The District Health Board of Gisborne/Tairawhiti serviced to a high would like more information or if you just standard and will want to say yes! 027 203 8507 or be sold inclusive of email: [email protected] GST. • 2009 Ford Transit Situations Vacant 12 seater Van Situations Vacant Situations • 2008 Toyota Hiace Vacant 12 seater Van • 2000 Toyota Hiace Van • 2014 Ford Kuga D Auto TE AWA OUTREACH SERVICE • 2014 Ford Kuga - • 2014 Ford Focus - HAUORA TAIRAWHITI • 2013 Ford Focus CIVIL PROJECT SOLUTIONS LTD • 2012 Ford Focus EXPERIENCED LAND SURVEYOR OR & TE KUPENGA NET TRUST All other items are sold exclusive of LICENSED CADASTRAL SURVEYOR Tairawhiti¯ has recognised that we need to change the way in which we support LYTTON HIGH GST. whanau experiencing vulnerability with Addiction. We need to invest in ways of SCHOOL ABOUT US - Civil Project Solutions Ltd (CPS) is a civil • 2010 Yamaha Big working with and alongside our whanau that support whanau ability to achieve ADMINISTRATIVE Bear 4 wheeler construction project management firm with capabilities spanning wellness and wellbeing. SUPPORT - TE • Long tandem procurement & contract management, detailed engineering With more than half our population identifying as Maori we know we need to WHARE WHAI HUA - trailer design, environmental management, planning, drafting, as well support approaches that maintain Te Ao Maori methodology; that are holistic, TEEN PARENT UNIT • Trailer as a strong Survey Division that provides an integral serviceaddress core distresses for whanau, are collaborative and more importantly, are Lytton High School • Big aluminum to our projects and clientele. With the head office in Gisbornewhanau lead. seeks an enthusiastic ladder and a new office in Queenstown, CPS is engaged in a number of person to assist and • Safe and safety Hauora Tairawhiti¯ in partnership with NZ Police and Te Kupenga Net Trust is grills exciting and diverse projects across the Poverty Bay, Hawke’svery excited to be undertaking a three-year pilot which will increase our ability support the teacher in Bay, Bay of Plenty and Central Otago regions. charge with general • 8x Spinning to support whanau with vulnerable health, social and justice outcomes due to wheels addiction issues. administration duties Over the years CPS has invested in top-of-the-line surveying for the day-to-day • 7x Heavy duty equipment from Trimble, including a SX10 Laser Scanner,The primary objective of this pilot is to increase whanau access to addictions running of the Teen sewing machines multiple GPS sets, Robotic Total Station and Phantom 4 RTKservices and support at critical points of contact with Police, Justice and other Parent Unit at Lytton • Roll top desk + var key Ministries. Successful applicants will be part of developing and growing High School. This other desks Drone. The Survey Division is involved in a wide range of • Board table + other projects including topographic surveys, cadastral surveys, this service which, we expect to embed as part of our continuum of services to position is cover for whanau in this Tairawhiti. maternity leave from big/sml tables engineering design, modelling and machine control, set-out, • Oak dresser + volume calculations and more. We are looking to recruit 4 dynamic people who are motivated to work in a Monday 3rd May to Friday 15th October others new and innovative way with whanau experiencing distress in addiction. Two • 2x electronic white We have a young and dynamic team and are looking for a like- candidates will be registered health professionals and two will be Mataora 2021, it is a fixed term, part-time, term time boards minded Land Surveyor to join our Survey Division in sunny who are expert in Te Ao Maori methodology and application within a health • Various steel environment. only position, for 30 Gisborne. hours per week. storage/filing cabinets The ideal candidate would have: If this is you and you have the commitment to creating high potential alongside of whanau, we would love to hear from you. Please request the • Asstd office desks/ required Application • 5+ years’ experience, however less experienced applicants will chairs For more information, please contact: form and send your • 4x office stations/ certainly be considered. Cilla Allen, 06 869 2097 regarding 2.0 FTE clinical positions. covering letter, a copy dividers • Diploma in Surveying or a Bachelor of Surveying degree. Please apply online - www.hauoratairawhiti.org.nz of your CV and the • Other office • Licensed Cadastral survey qualification an advantage. contact details of 2 furniture/equip + • Advanced knowledge in AutoCAD Civil 3D or 12D preferred. referees either by email sundry items • A desire to work on high profile and complex projects. [email protected] or All items are sold • Excellent communication skills. post to the Principal, as is. Prices are • Be a team player. Lytton High School, PO plus GST (unless Box 635, Gisborne otherwise stated). All • Willingness to learn and support our team in their projects. 4040. BENEFITS: intending purchasers Applications close 1pm, must register at the Friday 26th March office before bidding. • A competitive salary. 2021. Strictly Cash, Eftpos • Company vehicle. or PGG Wrightson • Career progression and expansion of skills. Marama Henwood Apply online www.hauoratairawhiti.org.nz Acting Principal account. 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For more information contact Lennon Phone Wiltshire on 027 849 5931 or email your CV to 869 0601 Enquiries: The District Health Board of Gisborne/Tairawhiti Mason Birrell [email protected] 027 496 7253 20 SPORT The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Division over renaming Maracana after Pele Up for the Challenge FOOTBALL The Brazilian star scored his 1000th CRICKET by Ben O’Brien-Leaf safe hands of Felix Sparks. orthodox spinner Riker Rolls goal at the Rio stadium on November Sparks caught GBHS titan is fast gaining a reputation for SAO PAULO — Brazilians would 19, 1969, and it was at the Maracana THE Challenge Cup has been Sebastian Wilson (96) at mid- pinpoint accuracy. agree that Pele is the greatest soccer that Pele at age 16 debuted for Brazil, a shot in the arm for secondary on to give Campion-Lytton High The Admiralty’s Daniel Watts player ever but they differ on renaming on July 7, 1957. That 2-1 defeat against schools cricket. School combined victory by made 64 against Campion Gold the historic Maracana stadium in his Argentina also featured his first goal And from 3.30pm today the 19 runs against the Blues and a fortnight ago, and is a batsman honour. in the yellow shirt. But most of Pele’s last round of T20 matches at the Royals before Christmas. and cricketer whose game-sense The stadium’s name could soon astonishing performances in Brazil were Harry Barker Reserve is to die Magic moments aside, the has grown markedly in the last 12 change if Rio de Janeiro’s governor at Santos’ tiny Vila Belmiro, outside Sao for — a Campion College derby college’s teacher-in-charge of months. He and George Gillies, agrees to pay tribute to three-time World Paulo, about 500km from Rio. between Gold and Green on cricket Mark Naden pointed who looked every inch the opener Cup winner Pele. The Rio stadium’s official name is H1, an-all Gisborne Boys’ High out Wednesday night’s big in the Boys’ High Colts’ first game Rio’s state legislature voted 65-5 “Jornalista Mario Filho,” after a Brazilian School affair, The Admiralty v selling point: “This competition against Napier BHS away last last week to give Gov. Claudio Castro sportswriter credited with the idea to The Blues and Royals at H2, gives our kids a chance to play week, could do with scores of the authority to rename the stadium build such a colossus for the 1950 with H3 the venue as Tairawhiti among friends in a safe, happy consequence heading into the after 80-year-old Pele, officially Edson World Cup. Women’s Cricket Club meet The environment and get new players exchange with Hastings BHS Arantes do Nascimento - Rei Pele. Filho’s grandson, Mario Neto, told AP Life Guards. involved in the game.” here this Sunday-Monday. Castro would be removing the late that he recognises the importance of The Gold-Green showdown Wilson will not turn out for The The Life Guards-TWCC match journalist Mario Filho’s name from the Pele in Brazilian soccer culture but said could be a thriller. Gold, under Admiralty today, but such is the should be good to watch. The stadium, which has hosted two World the proposed change is “irrational”. captain Rhys Grogan and Jonty burgeoning popularity of The girls won their first game after Cup finals and the opening and closing Gerson, a teammate of Pele on Fenn (Year 12), began their Challenge Cup that — the Junior Christmas by six wickets against ceremonies of the 2016 Olympic Games. Brazil’s 1970 World Cup-winning team, season with a three-wicket win Colts league having concluded a depleted Admiralty, whose Castro has until next week to decide. said on his YouTube channel that the against The Blues and Royals. — twins Johnathan and Marcus captain-keeper Alex Shanks His spokeswoman, Denise Ribeiro, possible change in the Maracana’s Gold’s Y9 all-rounder Connor Gray will join forces with fellow fractured his right thumb in told The Associated Press on Tuesday name is “absurd”. Starck, with 18 not out off nine Sonrise Christian School Y8 two places shortly before the that the governor isn’t ready to make “Doesn’t Pele already have a stadium balls and an off-drive for four stand-out Jonah Reynolds in The Challenge Cup resumed. The Life a decision yet, as his priorities are in named after him in Maceio (in Brazil’s decided the contest. Life Guards. Guards are led by David Gray, fighting the Covid-19 pandemic, but that northeast)? Why don’t people give his Green will look to counter The Blues and Royals have whose high action and in-swing he could decide this week. name to the Santos stadium?” he said. opener and run machine Reuben promising young all-rounders in will test even the TWCC’s Pele’s spokesman, Joe Fraga, said “All they need to do is to call the Swanepoel with captain Hamish Ben Langford and Taylor Scott. Northern Districts (Grace Levy) only that they are monitoring the Vila Belmiro stadium King Pele and the Swann’s controlled outswing, the Scott bowls a very good line and New Zealand u19 players stadium situation. problem is over.” — AP blade of Y13 Liam Spring and the around off-stump, and left-arm (Kayley Knight). THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY Thursday, March 18, 2021 SUDOKU CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lily Collins, 32; Adam Levine, 42; Queen Latifah, 51; Vanessa Williams, 58. Happy Birthday: Make the most out of every moment. 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Distance yourself from aggressive and unpredictable CRYPTIC 12. Scan (4) 5. Order (5) situations, and focus on the positive changes you can make to reach your ACROSS: 1 Sides; 4 Skillet; 6. Beneath (5) goal. 4 stars 13. Tender (5) 8 Rambler; 9 Tamil; 10 Kind; 9. Abundance (9) Birthday Baby: 11 Firedamp; 13 Coal; 14 Halo; 17. Crush (5) You are intelligent, resourceful and orderly. You are generous and kind. 16 Melodies; 17 Mole; 20 Tenon; 14. Suffocate (7) 21 Martini; 22 Hold out; 23 Wheel. 18. Sagacious (4) 15. Essentially (7) DOWN: 1 Strikes a match; 22. Implied (5) 16. Sign (7) STAR RATINGS 2 Demon; 3 Sale; 4 Sortie; 5 In the 23. Pariah (7) FIVE STARS: Nothing can stop you now. Go for the gold. van; 6 Lumbago; 7 Telephone bill; 19. Rigid (5) FOUR STARS: You can pretty much do as you please. It’s a good time to start new projects. 12 Fandango; 13 Colonel; 24. Shackle (6) 20. Intense (5) THREE STARS: If you focus your efforts, you will reach your goals. 15 Helmet; 18 Olive; 19 Draw. TWO STARS: You can accomplish a lot, but don’t rely on others for help. 25. Helm (6) 21. Sedate (5) ONE STAR: It’s best to avoid conflicts. Work behind the scenes or read a good book. The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 SPORT 21 Gisborne-East Coast representatives named BOWLS by Crackerjack Jamey Ferris, Bob McIlroy, pairs in the Kapiti Coast Paige Richter and Lucy Shanks and Paige Richter (lead). Charlie Ure, Paul Harrison octagonal tournament recently. (Kahutia), Anita Vaotuua Changes have been made to BOWLS Gisborne East-Coast and Steve Goldsbury (Gisborne The four will be Bob McIlroy (Poverty Bay) and Jasmine the Conditions of Play for this has named its representative Bowling Club), Leighton Shanks (skip), Charlie Ure (director), Merrick (Te Karaka). competition. Teams are able teams for the National (Kahutia), Mick Maunder and Mick Maunder (two) and Steve Tanya Harrison will play the (but not required) to include Intercentre Championships in Ben Elkington (Tolaga Bay). Goldsbury (lead). singles, and Lucy Shanks and an eighth player, allowing for a Wellington from tomorrow to Jamey Ferris will play the GEC centre women’s selector Dayvinia Mills will contest the change of playing members of a Sunday. singles. and manager Bobbie Beattie women’s pairs. squad between rounds. The GEC centre men’s selector Paul Harrison and Leighton has chosen: Carol Hawes, In the women’s fours, Carol Ben Elkington and Lyn and manager Ben Brown has Shanks will contest the pairs, Tanya Harrison, Dayvinia Mills Hawes will skip Jasmine Merrick Trueman have been named as named the following players: after their victory in the men’s and Lyn Trueman (Gisborne), (director), Anita Vaotuua (two) the eighth player in the teams. SPORTS BRIEFS Man City into last eight BUDAPEST — Kevin De Bruyne’s blistering strike set Manchester City on their way to a 2-0 win over Borussia Monchengladbach and a place in the quarterfinals of the Champions League for the fourth straight season today. Belgium midfielder De Bruyne unleashed a first-time left-foot shot from the edge of the area in the 12th minute, virtually ending Gladbach’s hopes of comeback after City won the first leg 2-0 three weeks ago. Ilkay Gundogan added a second goal in the 18th minute. Joining City in the last eight were 13-time champions Real Madrid, who accounted for visitors Atalanta 3-1 to complete a 4-1 win on aggregate. Liverpool, Porto, Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain reached the quarter- finals last week. — AP Buttler brutal as England win JOS Buttler brutal power has upstaged Virat Kohli’s brilliance as England secured an emphatic eight-wicket victory in the third twenty20 against India. Buttler counterpunched Kohli’s unbeaten 77 with a career-best 83 not out off 52 balls and anchored England to 2-158 with 10 balls to spare. FLYING: Top surf lifesaver Lachie Falloon England lead the series 2-1 with the final two launches into the senior long jump at SPRINT: Head boy, drummer and pianist Rikki Noble flies down the track in the matches scheduled for Thursday and Saturday. Gisborne Boys’ High athletic sports. senior 100m race at the GBHS athletic sports. After being put into bat, India rode on Kohli’s Pictures by Paul Rickard late onslaught to reach 6-156. The Indian captain smashed his last 49 runs in style off 17 balls with five fours and four sixes, working the gaps at will. — AAP Smith’s pace in Silver to Kiwi snowboarder NEW Zealand snow sports star Zoi Sadowski- Synnott has fallen just short of her second title at this year’s FIS Freeski and Snowboard World Championships in Aspen with a silver in the Big 200m a record Air event. The 20-year-old led after the opening jump only to be pipped by Canadian Laurie Blouin on the ATHLETICS by Jack Malcolm intermediate championship third and final effort. this year with dominance in the Sadowski-Synnott claimed the slopestyle world OSKA Smith broke the middle and long-distance events, championship title in the weekend. intermediate 200-metre record finishing first in the 800m, 1500m She opened the Big Air with a front double 1080 by over one-third of a second, and 3000m races. BIG PUSH: Mana Thompson puts his back into his throw melon which put her in the lead with a score of lowering the time to 22.96, at Ney’s performance was almost in the intermediate shotput at the GBHS athletics day. 92.00 — her best jump of the day. She backed that the Gisborne Boys’ High School not enough, with Safin Tuwairua- up with a back 1080 weddle in her second jump athletic sports. Brown nearly clinching the top which scored 84.75. However, she failed to land His blistering race would have spot after he won the long jump, her final jump, needing 85.75. — NZ Herald earned him fourth place in the finished second in the triple jump senior division at last year’s New and placed third in the 100m and Global women’s rugby comp Zealand Secondary School Track 200m. A GLOBAL, 16-team women’s rugby competition and Field Championships. The junior championship has been launched in an effort to unify the Smith was the stand-out was the first chance for Year 9 calendar across the hemispheres and raise performer at the school’s athletics athletes to show their potential, competitiveness in the 15-a-side game. day, eclipsing the 23.35, 200m and there were some great The competition, called WXV, is set to begin run in 2019 by Seven Mapu and performances, said Murphy. in 2023 and will consist of three tiers. It will be also winning the 100m sprint, Quayden Chaffey-Kora did just staged from September to October each year, said GBHS sports coordinator enough to win overall, winning except in Rugby World Cup years. Simon Murphy. both the long and triple jumps The 2021 Women’s Rugby World Cup in New There was record participation and placing third in the 100m. Zealand was pushed back until 2022 last week across the board, with almost 100 Torrence Kennedy and Noah because of the pandemic. — NZ Herald students trying to qualify in the Wright finished second equal, hot discus and long jump events. on the heels of Chaffey-Kora, with Tiger is back . . . digitally The enthusiasm for the two wins of their own. UP AND OVER: Codie McCarthy flings himself over the bar TIGER Woods is back in the game — digitally, at morning’s events did start to wear Kennedy showed his versatility in the junior high jump. least. Woods has signed a long-term partnership on the students, said Murphy. by winning the 400m and discus with the company behind the PGA Tour 2K “The early effort on the track titles. video game series, returning the 15-time major in the 800m, 100m heats, 400m, Noah Wright dominated the champion to an industry he once dominated with and then the field events all distance events, winning the EA Sports. before lunch took its toll. 1500m and 3000m. The deal with 2K has been announced about a As the day went on, it was The House competition was month after Woods suffered career-threatening leg clear that many boys were tiring won by Tumatauenga, with a solid injuries when he crashed an SUV on a steep road from an extremely busy morning.” showing in championship events, in the Los Angeles suburbs. It’s unclear if he’ll be Dylan Bronlund followed up finishing with a total of 588 added or if his name or image will be used on the his intermediate championship House points. cover. — AAP performance last year by winning The other houses weren’t far the senior grade with a strong behind, with Tawhirimatea second Photo credit correction all-round performance, taking in on 545 points, Tane Mahuta third most events. on 455 points and Tangaroa just THE photo credit was incorrect for the picture He finished first in the 800m behind them on 436 points. of Tayler Reid on page 27 of The Herald yesterday. and triple jump, second in the The House competition will Sharon Brophy captured the image of Reid getting SPIN: Tesi Green looks determined to get that discus as far off his bike seat as he climbed the hills in the Sea high jump and third in the 400m. continue early next term with the as he can in the intermediate discus. Matthew Ney won the summer sports tournament. 2 Sky Challenge in Christchurch. Apologies. 22 SPORT The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Around the Greens Club bowls news Poverty Bay IT was an emotional time for Dawne Abraham when she presented the Joyce Boustead Tray to the winners of the RSA Women’s Bowling Section Tournament. Dawne presented the tray to Kathy Carroll (skip), Joe Wimutu (director) and Ngawai Turipa (lead). They were the winners of the last RSA Women’s Bowling Section Tournament held at the Poverty Bay Bowling Club. Joyce Boustead and Dawne instigated the tournament in 1987. Dawne said that at that time players came from Hawke’s Bay and Taupo, and entries were so great they needed more than two greens. Due to falling numbers, the women’s division of the RSA has ceased to exist and Abraham announced that this would be the last bowls tournament. She has organised this event for the past 34 years, with helpers from the women’s division of RSA. Four 90-minute games were played. Three of the eight teams LAST WINNERS: The Joyce Boustead Tray was presented to the winners of the RSA Women’s Bowling Section Tournament — (from left) had three wins, so ends won and Ngawai Turipa, Jo Wimutu and Kathy Carroll — by tournament organiser and co-founder Dawne Abraham (right). Picture by Norma Miller differentials decided placings. Second place — and a trophy was about the first America’s Cup donated by Dawne Abraham — races later in the day, some very went to Peter Walters (s), Steve good games were played. Ward (d) and Hona Huriwai (l). Harry Jackson skipped the ERNIE ROBINSON Third were Jan Powell (s), Robyn winning team. The top three teams TRIPLES: Sponsor’s Arthur (d) and Kandyce Bevan (l). all had three wins and had to be representative Following the prizegiving, Dawne separated by differentials. Graham Wake was presented with an azalea Results — Winners: Harry (second right) plant in recognition of her years Jackson (skip), June Kinder presents the organising this tournament, and she and Peter Clay, 3 wins, plus-22 trophy for the Ernie thanked those who had helped her. differential. Robinson Triples Runners-up: Don Green (s), to (from left) Peter Gisborne Alan Parker and Peter Ferris, 3 Clay, Harry Jackson THE Gisborne Bowling Club wins, plus-16. (skip) and June held a very successful Beetham Third: Gus McCabe (s), Margo Kinder. Lifestyle Village-sponsored Ernie Willock and Joy McFarlane, 3 Picture supplied Robinson Triples competition with wins, plus-6. 48 players competing in windy but Fourth: Arthur Hawes (s), Rex pleasant conditions. Richardson and Hugh Trafford, 2 While most of the conversation wins, 1 draw, plus-20. Whiteman’s team win Ella Gibson Fours

BOWLS By Crackerjack run ended in the next round when Whiteman’s team beat them GLENYS Whiteman’s Kahutia 17-16. team won the Ella Gibson The final — between the teams Women’s Open Fours at the skipped by Whiteman and Kapene Poverty Bay Bowling Club greens — had plenty of suspense, and over the weekend. the teams played high-quality Whiteman, Marie Wright bowls. (director), Lucy Shanks (two) On the 10th end, Whiteman’s and Paige Richter (lead) beat Kahutia team held three shots. the Wairoa Bowling Club team of Sturmey, for the Wairoa team, Glenda Kapene (s), Jo Sturmey moved the jack into the ditch with (d), Penny Mitchell (2) and Hine her last bowl to win a shot for her Whaanga (l) 15-7 in the final. team. Whiteman’s team were unbeaten On the 13th end, Richter, of over two days of play. They won all Kahutia, had the shot. Whaanga, four games on Saturday, with eight of Wairoa, took the shot with her points and a plus-32 differential to last bowl but Wright then took the qualify for post-section play as a shot back with her first bowl and, top-two team. with her second, pushed Mitchell’s Eleven teams took part in the bowl to get another shot for the tournament — four from Gisborne Kahutia team. Bowling Club, four from Poverty Not to be outdone, Whiteman Bay, one from Kahutia, one from took the shot by getting her bowl Te Karaka and one from Wairoa. WINNING FOUR: Kahutia Bowling Club team (from left) Paige Richter (lead), Marie Wright (director), Lucy close to the jack, and Kahutia led All teams had to play four Shanks (two) and Glenys Whiteman (skip) won the Ella Gibson Women’s Open Fours. Picture supplied 15-6. games on Saturday and only On the 14th end, Kahutia held eight could qualify for post-section on Saturday for three points and a Beattie 12-9 but lost to the Wairoa Hawes (s), Ginny Sherriff (d), three shots but Sturmey cut it games on Sunday. minus-23 differential. team of Kapene 20-3. Diane Phillips (2) and Lesley back to one shot. Kapene then In post-section play, Whiteman’s Top qualifiers were the Poverty Earlier, the Kapene team had McIntosh (l) were sixth with two took the shot to win the end for team beat the Gisborne team of Bay team of Ngawai Turipa (s), beaten the Poverty Bay team of wins and a draw, five points and Wairoa. Queenie Takurua (s), Dayvinia Diane Christie (d), Kandyce Bevan Betty Herring 16-10. a plus-13 differential. In post- However, with one end to play Mills (d), Emily Hongara (2) and (2) and Trish Leach (l), with four Beattie, Lyn Trueman (d), Kym section play, they beat the Poverty and Kahutia ahead 15-7, the teams Joy McFarlane (l) 20-8 to advance wins, eight points and a plus-33 Brown (2) and Karen Higgins (l) Bay team of Jan Powell (s), Val decided not to play the last end. to the next round. differential. finished eighth with one win, two McGreevy (d), Lesley Seymour (2) Te Karaka Meat Traders The Takurua team finished On Sunday morning they beat points and a minus-21 differential. and Erin Sutherland (l) 16-10. sponsored the Ella Gibson Open seventh, with one win and a draw the Gisborne club team of Bobbie The Gisborne team of Carol However, the Hawes team’s Fours and the Peace Shield. The Gisborne Herald • Wednesday, March 17, 2021 SPORT 23 Gisborne trio selected by almanac RUGBY by Jack Malcolm THREE Gisborne rugby players have been named in the New Zealand women’s team of the year in the 2021 Rugby Almanack. Renee Holmes and Kaipo Olsen-Baker were named in the team by authors Clive Akers, Adrian Hill and Campbell Burnes, with Charmaine McMenamin named in the reserves. The New Zealand Rugby Almanack is the longest-running rugby book of record, with an 85-year history of recording the first-class game in New Zealand. Akers has edited the Almanack since 1995, and it’s been published uninterrupted since 1935, with two combined issues during World War 2. Olsen-Baker was also named the “promising player of the year” after a strong season at No.8 for the Manawatu Turbos. She was named in the Probables team for the Black Ferns trial and made the New Zealand Barbarians side. McMenamin is the only player of the trio to have played for the Black Ferns, KAIPO OLSEN-BAKER RENEE HOLMES CHARMAINE McMENAMIN but with the recent form and accolades that Holmes and Olsen-Baker have Zealand’s Farah Palmer Cup competition. Alana Bremner (captain), Toka Natua, Rebecca (captain), Samuel Whitelock, Patrick Tuipulotu, received, it seems only a matter of time The decision to return in the midst Todd, Krystal Murray. Akira Ioane, Nepo Laulala, Dane Coles, Joe Moody. before they, too, make an appearance in of a pandemic paid off for Holmes, who Substitutes: Luka Connor, Phillipa Love, Substitutes: Ash Dixon, Karl Tu’inukuafe, Ofa the black jersey. quickly caught the attention of selectors Aleisha-Pearl Nelson, Charmaine McMenamin, Tu’ngafasi, Scott Barrett, Hoskins Sotutu, Folau Holmes, a utility back who plays for and fans alike with her dynamic skills on Aroha Savage, Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu, Amy du Fakatava, Beauden Barrett, David Havili. Waikato, has had an incredible run into and off the ball. Plessis, Grace Brooker. Players of the year: Lachlan Boshier, contention after returning early last year The 2021 Almanack women’s team Player of the year: Stacey Fluhler Caleb Clarke, Ash Dixon, Richie Mo’unga and from Japan. of the year: Renee Holmes, Ruby Tui, Theresa 2021 Almanack men’s team of the Aaron Smith. She had been scheduled to play in Fitzpatrick, Stacey Fluhler, Chelsea Alley, Hazel year: Jordie Barrett, Will Jordan, Anton Lienert- Promising players of the year: Chay their sevens competition, but had to Tubic, Kendra Cocksedge, Kaipo Olsen-Baker, Brown, Caleb Clarke, Jack Goodhue, Richie Fihaki, Cullen Grace, Jacob Ratumaitavuki- return home and instead played in New Kennedy Simon, Cindy Nelles, Chelsea Bremner, Mo’unga, Aaron Smith, Ardie Savea, Sam Cane Kneepkens, Xavier Roe and Tyrone Thompson.

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KNIGHTS OF THE SEA JOUST: Team New Zealand (left) and Italy’s Luna Rossa race at close quarters in yesterday’s America’s Cup action on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour.IS THIS THE DAYPicture by Chris Cameron/Photosport? via AP

SAILING by Christopher Reive, NZME back to the sheds in win-or-go-home While the Italians remained confident until that moment, we missed one wind territory. and excited about the racing ahead, the shift and they were gone — there’s not THE America’s Cup is all about metres, The Italians have constantly looked end of yesterday’s race was deflating as much more we can say about it.” and Luna Rossa had one night to try to for ways to improve the performance of one error led to their defeat. When asked what it was like to sail find them. their boat, and done so throughout the While the racing was close, Luna Rossa with Team New Zealand breathing down The challenger is on the wrong end campaign. led through the first four gates. On the their necks for the race, Bruni said it was of match point in their bid to pry the And despite the added pressure on the fifth leg, they had the chance to take the “like trying to drown a fish in water”. Auld Mug from Team New Zealand after scoreboard, Bruni told The New Zealand right side of the course, but believed the Despite the second race of the day dropping the one race yesterday. Herald nothing would change for his conditions would be better on the left and being called off, Luna Rossa stayed out In the most exciting race of the series team about how they approached the chose to protect their position on that on the water for a bit longer to get some so far, the sides traded leads before Team time between race days. side. more valuable sailing time under their New Zealand ultimately got the final “The boat can always go faster. Every In the end, the pressure was better on belts as they looked for a way to turn the pass on the penultimate leg and sailed on day is the same story — we go back and the right, and Team New Zealand flew series around. to take their sixth win in the best-of-13 look at the data, look at the video and see past them. The Cup match is scheduled to resume series. where we can gain metres,” Bruni said. “That decision was not a very happy at 4.15pm today, conditions permitting. With the second race of the day called “It’s all about a few metres, and we can decision,” Bruni said. Should Team New Zealand win the off due to shifting wind conditions and definitely always get some more. We’ll “But we looked at the wind and took first scheduled race of the day, they will the race committee running out of time keep doing what we’ve been doing so far our decision; there are no regrets. retain the America’s Cup. Luna Rossa to adjust the course, Luna Rossa headed — keep trying to improve.” “I think we sailed a very good race need to win every race from here on.