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AU-7522888AFAU-7522888AF Ruapehu Press 52 Bell Road Taumarunui Wednesday, February 22, 2017 ruapehupress.co.nz Farmers are fighting back

FRANCES FERGUSON

An Ongarue farmer’s ten-year battle with tutsan has come to an end with the release of a world first biocontrol agent. The emotional journey of Gra- ham Wheeler’s 20-year struggle to control the weed pest were obvi- ous, and his voice was cracking as he spoke about it’s strangle hold on his farm. He has worked tirelessly as the chairman of the Tutsan Action Group, and on Wednesday he watched as 20 Tutsan-eating beetles and 100 moths were released on his farm. Wheeler said it brought some relief to know there was hope insight. ‘‘Hopefully we’ll be able to Chrysolina abchasica beetles. increase our stock rate and stop having to spray so much.’’ ‘‘If this thing gets a It costs him $12,000 a year to spray tutsan on his 100ha home- grip on all the farms stead and $8000 on the 600ha in the area, it's a leased block. The beef cattle and diary graz- cost to the ing farmer is the original member community.’’ of the group made up of Taumaru- Tom Tuwhangai nui farmers in 2007. Working together with Landcare Research, Horizons results. Regional Council, DOC, Beef and ‘‘It shows great potential to Lamb NZ and many more have an effect on the plant and its individuals, organisations and seed production and its growth councils, funding was finally rates.’’ secured to tackle the problem. ‘‘We had around a 95 per cent The group raised $1.35 million success rate of establishment of and with the support of their new biological control agents in major sponsor MPI’s Sustainable New Zealand for weeds so we Farming Fund, research was put know we have a really good sys- into finding a solution - to stop or tem working now.’’ minimise tutsan’s impact. Whenuatupu-Ohinemoa Trust Hugh Gourlay from Landcare trustee Tom Tuwhangai said the Research said if further funding green thistle beetle was released was secured they would continue on his Waimiha farm five-years the project for three more years. ago. ‘‘We’d be the only project in Slowly but steadily the land is New Zealand where we’ve done coming back and he has seen a that right through and seen it reduction in thistles growing on through to completion of having a the farm. full picture of what we started ‘‘If this thing gets a grip on all with and what we’ve ended up the farms in the area, it’s a cost to with.’’ the community. He said the insects would feed ‘‘When there’s a cost to the on the plants 24-7 but it would farmers, it’s a cost to the com- Hugh Gourlay from Landcare Research holds the beetles and moths that will pack a punch once released. take up to ten years to see any munity.’’ FRANCES FERGUSON / FAIRFAX NZ Taumarunui Your most experienced and trusted Rental Company P 07 896 8700 | [email protected] Proud contributor to www.realestate.co.nz 2 RUAPEHU PRESS, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 stuff.co.nz YOUR PAPER, YOUR PLACE

1.SHEARING CHAMPS Held this Friday at the Taumarunui This newspaper is subject to NZ Press Athletic Rugby and Sports Club Council procedures. FROM starting at 8am. A complaint must first . be directed in writing, THE within one month of EDITOR 2. SENIORNET publication, to the editor’s email address. Meeting at the Taumarunui Bowling If not satisfied with the response, the complaint may be referred to the Club on Friday at 2pm Press Council. PO Box 10-879, The Terrace, Wellington 6143. 3. GARAGE SALE Or use the online complaint form at We have a big offering of news, Held at the Taumarunui Senior www.presscouncil.org.nz Please views and information in this Citizens club rooms starting at 8am include copies of the article and all week’s Ruapehu Press. this Saturday. 1 correspondence with the publication. On page 1 we take a look at the lengthy battle some farmers in the 4. UKULELE CLUB region have been having with the Held every Thursday from 5.30pm CONTENTS noxious weed Tutsan. to 7pm upstairs at the RSA. Conversations P6 The release of new biological What’s On P7 controls last week has brought 5. LADIES GOLF Out and About P9 plenty of smiles to those who have Open day on Wednesday March 1 Dr Libby and Puzzles P10 been affected by this costly pest so at the Taumarunui Golf Club Farming P11-14 let’s hope it does its job in the to do list starting at 9.30am. Bring a plate for coming years. a shared lunch. 2 3 On page 3 we take a look at Mavis and Rob Davis’ 69 years of marriage. That is a pretty good feat and I’m sure plenty of people will be keen to hear the secret to their success. On page 4 we look at the bad helicopter accident that happened over the weekend and wish the pilot a speedy recovery. 4 5 There are pictures form the Ohura Show on page 9 and a big farming feature on pages 11-14. In the ‘Our people’ series on Contact us General inquiries: 07 895 5841, Editor: Daniel Hutchinson email: [email protected], News: reporter Frances page 6, local author and teacher Ferguson: 027 520 7376 or [email protected], Robert Steven phone: 07 376 2260, [email protected], Antony Millen brings us Maria Classified Advertising: 0800 800 373 or 07 895 5841, Display and non-classified advertising: 0800 505 303, Area Manager: Cole’s story. Pamela Ryan 027 294 1405, Media sales consultant: Samantha Cutler, 027 497 9416 [email protected], Missed Enjoy! deliveries: 0800 339 000, FACEBOOK: facebook.com/RuapehuPress WEBSITE: ruapehupress.co.nz Postal address: PO Box 190, Daniel Hutchinson Taumarunui

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Valentine’s Day marked a special occasion for a Taumaru- nui couple celebrating their 69th wedding anniversary. Mavis and Rob Dowle had no idea what the significance of marrying on February 14 held until many years down the track. Surrounded by friends and staff at Te Arahina O Arihia Rest Home Mavis said having a strong partnership with her husband was the secret to a long, prosper- ous marriage. ‘‘You share everything and any problems. We always talked them over together. ‘‘I helped Rob with the business and we raised the kids and got involved with the community.’’ The shy South Islander tied the knot with her sweetheart from Taumarunui at the Presbyterian First Church in 1948. Since Rob worked on the railway he was given a free pass by the company as part of the annual holiday package. He decided to cash it in for their honeymoon to Wellington. The only catch was they had to wait until 9pm after the wedding reception to leave. ‘‘All the guests came up to the railway station to see us off. ‘‘It was very, very hot and my It was bottoms up for Mavis and Rob Dowle who celebrated 69-years of marriage on Valentine’s Day. FRANCES FERGUSON / FAIRFAX NZ clothes were sticking to me and in those days you wore long transport business driving school main industry. That all stopped, despite living in separate accom- settled down and helped each sleeves.’’ buses around the district. it’s a shame. It used to be really modation. other.’’ The couple settled back in the ‘‘He had it for thirty seven busy and the refreshments rooms At 91-years old Mavis found it Mavis visits her husband railway town and had three chil- years. He used to go to Kakahi for here were always busy.’’ hard to look after her husband so everyday and has become a dren. years and then around town.’’ Fourteen great grandchildren the decision was made to move special member of the Arahina Mavis worked at the old Post ‘‘It was a very bustling railway and eight grandchildren later the him to the resthome last year. team. Office while Rob operated his own town. Railway was one of the couple’s love is still strong, ‘‘It’s a long time. You just Local pilots taketothesky

FRANCES FERGUSON about a passion for flying and November last year. aeroplanes. Some of the events included Three members of the Tauma- ‘‘It’s the freedom, it’s the feel- aerobatics, navigation courses runui Aero Club took to the skies ing of knowing ‘hey I’m doing and life raft activities. in a four day National Compe- this’ . It’s a challenge to fly an Pilots displayed their skills tition. aeroplane and I’m doing it and I from a variety of general aircraft Pilots Kevin Vile, Jeanette Lei can take my buddies for a ride including Cessna, Robins, and Tony Hogg joined 40 clubs too.’’ Tomahawks, Cherokee and from around the country compet- Vile competed in the Forced microlight aircraft. A Pitts ing in a range of aerial activities. Landing event with Hogg and Lei Special also turned heads at the This is the second time the putting their skills to the test at show. Vile started flying at 21. club has hosted the Flying New Bombing and Spot Landing. With an interest in top dressing Zealand Nationals which brought All three pilots were selected he decided to give it a go. ’’It’s 120 people to town. for the nationals after winning at been rewarding and I have been Tony Hogg. Jeanette Lei and Kevin Vile competed at the nationals last week. Vile said the event was all the regionals in Hawera, in flying ever since.’’ FRANCES FERGUSON / FAIRFAX NZ SUBSCRIBE AND SAVE UP TO 34%

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FRANCES FERGUSON ‘‘He's a really good What started out as a friendly player. He keeps game of bowls to spend time with you on your toes.’’ his grandparents has turned into Herbert Blank a five-year passion. Damian Oliver is proving that age is no barrier, as the youngest After winning numerous member of the Taumarunui Bowl- tournaments within the district ing Club. Damian has his eye on competing The club has been struggling to at a higher level. grow its membership but the ‘‘My goal is to win any cham- 14-year-old is ready to step for- pionships in triples, singles, pairs ward and encourage other young so I’m practising, releasing the people to join. bowl properly and to get my green ‘‘When I first started some right.’’ people actually said I was quite Blank wants to see more young good so I wanted to see if I could people, families and anyone else carry on . interested in learning to come ‘‘It’s a pretty fun game, pretty down to the club. easy and all that and it’s challeng- The future is looking bright as ing for all ages.’’ the club negotiates with The Damian’s sharp eye caught Lines Company to install lights everyone’s attention, including around the green. the president Herbert Blank. If successful Blank said they ‘‘He’s a really good player. He will be able to hold regular even- keeps you on your toes. ing matches that last until ‘‘He’s learning and he’ll prob- 10.30pm. ably clean me up but it’s good to As the numbers increase the see him doing so well and being so club will hold social evenings, consistent. including barbecues, and apply ‘‘People enjoy him because he’s for a licence to open up the bar. so good ‘‘I’d like to see 50 plus ‘‘It’s good to see him play. He members. It’s a big thing for the has a really good eye, he listens to community, but there’s only so Damian Oliver wants to what he is told and he can put it many people doing all the work. see more young (bowling ball) where they want it The more members we can get the people come out and and that’s what’s bowls is all better.’’ give outdoor bowls a go. about.’’ Anyone interested in learning The club has rallied together to can join Twilight Bowls every help the youngster develop his Monday at 5.30pm and Tuesday skills. mornings. Rare ducks return home

FRANCES FERGUSON Waimiha. Kiwi House in Otorohanga and a Trapper Mike Park who works rescue bird shelter in Te Endangered whio eggs that closely in saving the rare Blue Awamutu after being found in were found last year under a Duck said they started feeding in August last year. toitoi bush have returned back the water as soon as they were Afterwards the chicks were home after months of rehabili- released. transferred to the National Trout tation. ‘‘It was a joy to see. It was an Centre to learn how to feed and The special occasion marked extra bonus to learn that one is a swim in fast water. months of commitment to improv- valuable breeding female.’’ The Department of Conser- ing the chicks’ chances of sur- Students from Ongarue Pri- vation awarded Blackfern Lodge vival, after being at the National mary School also attended with owner Maria Tuffin and Trout Centre near Turangi. volunteers from The Blackfern volunteers Mike and Maree Park Three juvenile whio were Lodge Ecological Restoration with certificates of appreciation released on the Ongarue Stream Project. for their recovery work. Maria Tuffin of Black Fern Lodge and predator trapper Mike Park with their behind Blackfern Lodge in The eggs were cared for at the certificates of appreciation. ANNA ELWARTH

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Helicopter crash

Maori urged to speak up A PILOT WAS TRANSPORTING BEEHIVES WHEN HIS HELICOPTER FRANCES FERGUSON who to appoint as their represen- CRASHED IN A REMOTE tatives. PART OF THE RUAPEHU Maori are being called to Ashford said having all the DISTRICT ON SUNDAY. become more involved and have seats filled, will put the Maori The pilot was the only their voices heard at Maori Coun- Council in a stronger position person in the crashed cil meetings. when dealing with a wide range of chopper. He was taken to Held every Tuesday and issues that are confronting wha- hospital in a serious Friday on a six to eight week cycle nau and communities. condition, police said, but in Taumarunui and Ohakune, Edwin Ashford, February’s meeting also he was talking to his chairperson Edwin Ashford said chairman of the updated members on the recent rescuers. the Ruapehu District Maori Coun- Ruapehu District Ma¯ori Land Service Hui held in The crashed pilot was cil have been involved in a num- Maori Council. Taumarunui on January 27. SUPPLIED located by the Palmerston ber of issues important to Maori. ‘‘Significant aspects of this dis- North Rescue Helicopter ‘‘Since its inception the Maori cussion included legislation out- near Makakahi North West. Council has been able to ensure side of the Te Ture Whenua Ma¯ori Raetihi is the closest town. that Tikanga Ma¯ori values and and their place within the com- making. Act 1993 such as the Rating of Rescue pilot Lance Burns principles are taken into munity. It is a collective of nine rep- Ma¯ori Freehold Land, Public said he did not get a good account.’’ ‘‘Every hui provides an oppor- resentatives made up of three Works Act, Ma¯ori Landlocked look at the downed aircraft, He said the township tunity for discussion with the gen- members from Tuwharetoa, Land and the provisions and but the helicopter was as revitalisation project across the eral public and all iwi and the Maniapoto and iwi in the south- implementation of the new Ma¯ori ‘‘broken up as you’d district is an example of this. wider community are welcome to ern reaches of the district. Land Services which is set to be in expect’’ and appeared to ‘‘The Maori Council has been attend.’’ A decision was made to delay place by October 2018,’’ have rolled, then come to able to stress the importance of The RDMC was established in the appointment of a deputy Upcoming meetings will be on rest about 100 metres up a ensuring that projects of this 2009 to help encourage greater chairperson to give Nga¯ti the Ruapehu District Council steep, gorse-covered nature acknowledge and recog- participation by iwi Ma¯ori in Maniapoto and southern Ruapehu website and in the Ruapehu Press. hillside. nise the significance of iwi Ma¯ori local government decision- iwi time to make a decision on Burns landed the helicopter while the paramedic stabilised the injured pilot, and once he was ready, they hoisted him into a RuapehuUltra is stretcher aboard the rescue chopper and flew him to Whanganui Hospital. Burns said the pilot was on track for 2018 able to talk once inside the rescue chopper. ‘‘It was definitely a good outcome.’ DANIEL HUTCHINSON ‘‘We hope to be in a He had not noticed any bees or hives as he focused The proposed Ruapehu Alpine position to launch on picking up the injured Ultra is on in 2017, not this year, the event soon.’’ pilot.Ruapehu mayor Don as reported last week in the Rua- Jason Cameron Cameron said it was pehu Press. ‘‘amazing’’ to receive news The new ultra distance, trail the pilot had survived the running event will make use of Cameron said. crash, after last week’s fatal the Mt Ruapehu Round the Moun- He said the announcement of accident involving a tain track. the funding had sparked interest helicopter pilot - a former Jason Cameron, from Victory in the event, however, they would SAS soldier - fighting the Events, said they were planning a not be in a position to reveal all big Christchurch fire. team relay of three stages, a 70km event details until after the plan- ‘‘We’ve all had our hearts in solo round-the-mountain event, ning process was complete. our mouths since Steve and 44km, 22km and 13km ‘‘We hope to be in a position to Askin came down in the options. launch the event soon.’’ Port Hills.’’ The inaugural Ultra is The event is owned by The He did not know much proposed for April 2018. The event Events Collective team: Nick detail of Sunday’s crash, is still in the early development Reader (GIANT Ruapehu but said the area where the stage, and is not yet fully con- Express), Jason Cameron (The helicopter came down was firmed. Goat Adventure Run Tongariro & ‘‘extremely remote’’ and Consultation is continuing and Icebug Tussock Traverse), Tim difficult to get to by land. formal permissions and permits Day and Paul Charteris (Tara- Cameron said at this time are yet to be finalised. wera Ultramarathon, Tarawera of year there tended to be a ‘‘Part of our engagement for Trail Marathon & 50k, Waitomo lot of work moving Manuka the event has been with the Rua- Trail Run). honey bee hives by air in pehu District Council, who after Cameron said the team had a the region. seeing the potential benefits to the proven record for delivering It is understood the Civil region have very generously com- exceptional events and significant Aviation Authority (CAA) mitted to $30,000 of seed funding events experience around the The New Ruapehu Alpine Ultra will follow in the footsteps of the popular Goat will investigate the crash. over the first 2 years of the event,’’ Ruapehu District. Adventure Run. Pictured is Ben Ruthe competing in the Goat in 2000. SUPPLIED

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ANTONY MILLEN We have shared many proud other events through her MC joy and community is an art form evenings watching them perform, Event Photography business, is in itself and, like all art, requires It’s easy to recognise the and we proclaim the greatness of shared regularly by other com- some sacrifice on the part of the photographers in our lives - their exploits online. We are also munity groups on Facebook, mak- artist. they’re the ones missing from all immigrants to New Zealand ing her one of the most influential Maria Cole willingly makes our photo albums (or Facebook (Maria’s from England) and know people in our community in terms that sacrifice for her family, her news feeds!). the importance of sharing these of how we see ourselves and our workplace, her clients and for her For this instalment of the Our performances with family over- accomplishments. community. Please check her People, it’s time to turn the cam- seas. Thus, we have been the Why you should check her out work out and join me in era around on one photographer videographers in our families, and share with others: In a recent celebrating a terrific person and celebrate someone who often experiencing events interview with the Otago Daily whose vocation has been to cel- makes it her mission to celebrate through a lens so that others can Times, poet David Eggleton said; ebrate the lives of others. others. Meet Maria Cole. re-experience them. ‘‘The poet is the conscience of Also, be sure to follow along Name: Maria Cole Inspiration for this writer: society, fulfilling the outsider with all the great things Maria Creative field: Photographer, In a sense, Maria has been a publi- voice, the independent voice.’’. shares that are happening at Tau- Publicist cist for her family before she The poet, the artist, the pho- marunui High via the school’s Location: Taumarunui, New became publicist at Taumarunui Taumarunui photographer and tographer all naturally assume website and Facebook page. Zealand High School. And in this capacity, publicist Maria Cole. SUPPLIED the position of outsider, the pos- Behind all that consistent and Best known for: MC Event she proudly shares the exploits of ition of observer, and this vantage well-presented content is a tal- Photography, publicist for Tau- all her children (that is the the school who can participate point provides a unique perspec- ented and generous member of marunui High School. students) at our school. from afar. tive. our community. My connection: I work with Whatever the event, Maria is Maria is also an energetic dev- In the case of event photogra- Find out more: Google+, Maria at Taumarunui High there with her camera, often eloper of students, often sharing phy, I would suggest this perspec- Facebook, YouTube, Instagram or School, and we are friends. Our boldly stepping forward to ensure her skills and talents with those tive offers, not so much a con- contact Maria about covering sons have both served as Head the best shots can be captured as a keen to take on the role of school science for an audience, as much your event at: Boy at the school, and our chil- memory for those in attendance photographer. as it does a shared celebration. [email protected] dren are singers and musicians. as well as for family and friends of Maria’s coverage of school and To capture life’s moments of m stuff.co.nz FEBRUARY 22, 2017, RUAPEHU PRESS 7 What’s From Get What’s On on near today involved! you

RUAPEHU EVENTS Taumarunui Country Music Club: Every third Sunday of the month, LIST YOUR EVENT Taumarunui Women’s Club:New 1pm. Door charge $3. Everyone is List your event for FREE! Send details members are welcome to attend welcome to come along and have a of your event to monthly social meetings at 18 lovely afternoon. Afternoon tea plus [email protected] Miriama St starting 1.30pm. some good talent. Lower lounge of Indoor Bowls 2017 Season: Cosmopolitan Club. Starting 1st March at the The Ruapehu Ukulele Club: Held Cosmopolitan Club from 1 p.m. to every Thursday from 5.30pm to 7pm DONATIONS BUY 3.30 p.m. Everyone is welcomed to upstairs at the RSA. LIFE SAVING come and try the game. Contact Art classes for adult beginners: Darko Byelich on 896 6694. Held every Tuesday evening. Learn EQUIPMENT Ladies’ golf: Free classes for the basics and progress to finished Two substantial donations from women who want to play golf. Three quality art work at the Twin Rivers Taumarunui St Paul’s Women’s weeks of lessons for free, starting on Gallery, 49 Hakiaha St at 6.30pm to Fellowship and Taumarunui RSA Tuesday February 28, 9.30am at 9pm. $20 nightly. Most materials Woman’s Section, topped up by Taumarunui Golf Course, and every provided. Contact Wayne 020 410 donations from BP and Mobil Tuesday thereafter. 93636 or 895 5500. Taumarunui, has allowed for the Senior Citizens: Meetings held Monday Fun Day for Seniors: purchase of two Automated every Thursday at the Senior Starts back on Monday, February 13, External Defibrillator for the Citizens Club rooms, Morero Terrace 2017. New members welcomed. The Ice Skate Tour will be held at the Taumarunui Primary School Hall on Wed- Taumarunui community. These Hall from 1pm-3pm. Everyone Meetings held Mondays 10-2pm at Fri 3pm-8pm, Sun-Sun 10am-5pm. have been installed at BP and 55-years and over are welcome to the Taumarunui Cosmopolitan Club. Mobil in Taumarunui. enjoy a social afternoon. Contact For further information contact Jean Taumarunui Anglican Church to join The third unit was donated by Aurelie 896 8425 for more Botting 07 896 8279. in the service starting at 10am. THURSDAY, MARCH 9 New World owner Jeremy Lamb information. Toastmasters: Meeting held on the Business After 5: Hosted by and has been installed at the Line Dancing: Beginners classes first and third Thursday every month SATURDAY, MARCH 3 Enterprise Taumarunui Inc at the Taumarunui store next to the held every Tuesday at the at the Senior Citizens in Taumarunui Garage Sale: The Women’s Club Upper Lounge of the RSA from Lotto counter. Taumarunui Cossie Club at 11am. at 7.15pm - 9pm. Contact Ann Mayer annual garage sale will be held at 18 5.30pm. Guest speaker will be Peggy These Automated External Cost $3. Contact Judy 895 8633. on 07 895 8292. Miriama St, Taumarunui at 9am. Veen regional manager for Business Defibrillator are for use by any Yoga for wellbeing: Every Tuesday Contact Barlee on 896 6650. with the Ruapehu District Council. It’s member of the public who may 5.30pm. Senior Citizens Rooms, UPCOMING need one. Just grab it and take it SATURDAY, MARCH 4 a chance to connect with other Morero Terrace, Taumarunui. Also EVENTS business, meet new businesses, to the patient. on Wednesday 6pm at 3505 SH4, Free Creative Workshops: Held at meet RDC new Business Manager, Station manager for St John Raurimu. Enquiries ring Te Maari on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 the Taumarunui War Memorial Hall Learn what ETI are up to. Nibbles Taumarunui, Sam Cash said 07 892 2627. SeniorNet Taumarunui Inc: with dancing workshops starting provided. For more information call doing a First Aid course will Grandparents Raising 11am-12pm and acting workshops at develop the confidence to use a Discussing the future of the chairperson Aroha Rudkin 027 873 Grandchildren: A meeting for 1pm-3pm. Automated External Defibrillator organisation will be held at the 0061 grandparents raising grandchildren which are very easy to use. Taumarunui Bowling Club, Turaki St SUNDAY, MARCH 5 or whangai children will be held on at 2pm. They come in a range of shapes the first Wednesday of each month Dinner @ The Domain: Everyone is MARCH 10TH - 12TH and sizes but they all do the at REAP in the the rear lounge SATURDAY, FEBRUARY welcome to celebrate Children’s Day QUILTMAKERS EXHIBITION: Held same thing by giving the heart a starting 10am. There will be a guest 25 with a range of fun activities, story at the War Memorial Hall, Hakiaha St short, powerful electric shock, speaker and shared morning tea. Garage Sale: Held at the telling and good food. 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Apply to become a Ruapehu Youth Councillor for 2017. Give the youth of Ruapehu a voice in local government as their representative. Create initiatives to better your local community and attend events to inspire and grow your ideas. Pick up your application form from local High Schools, RDC Oces, online at ruapehudc.govt.nz, or on the Ruapehu Youth Council Facebook page. Forms must be returned to Council by 5pm Friday 3rd March . To apply you must be aged between 12 and 24. For Taumarunui Library more info call Sammi at Council on 07 895 8188. Tuesday 10.30am to 11.00am Ohakune Library Wednesday 9.30am to 10.00am Raetihi Library Tuesday 10.00am to 10.30am 8 RUAPEHU PRESS, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 stuff.co.nz

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JONO GALUSZKA but was keen to head back to Par- Palmerston North. liament because he felt he had ‘‘It is another challenge we Ian McKelvie is hoping to con- much to add to a National govern- face, to make sure these towns tinue being a strong advocate for ment. don’t turn into ghost towns.’’ rural New Zealand, as he gears up ‘‘I think my understanding of He did not know Warren well, for another election. rural New Zealand issues – farm- but was sure she would work just McKelvie is aiming for a third ing issues, environmental issues, as hard as Labour’s 2014 term in Parliament. He entered challenges small towns face – has Rangitikei candidate Deborah national politics as the MP for been important. Russell. Rangitikei in 2011 after nine years Towns in the northern part of ‘‘Deborah did a lot of work in as mayor of Manawatu. the Rangitikei electorate had seen the Rangitikei electorate and was ‘‘I’ve been in quite a few a turnaround in fortunes, with well known, and that’s what the elections in my lifetime now, but more people moving there and the game is all about. you just have to keep on work- local job market growing, primar- ‘‘To go through an election ing,’’ he said. ily due to tourism, he said. campaign when you are not an ‘‘It is not the most popular job McKelvie said he felt his input MP is a challenge. It’s hard work in the world, but it is a fascinating as part of the National-led govern- and my respect goes to those job and a great privilege to do.’’ ment helped with that. people who want to do that work.’’ His main challenger will be Rural New Zealand still faced Prime Minister Bill English Labour candidate Heather War- challenges, including how to announced on February 1 that the ren – a Rangitikei local who has a address infrastructure upgrades 2017 general election would be background in teaching and and earthquake-prone buildings held on September 23 this year. union work. with a smaller rates base, he said. English said he announced the McKelvie said he was never ‘‘The cost to [small towns] is election date early to provide the Rangitikei MP Ian McKelvie is gearing up to defend his seat. going to be the prime minister, much greater than to a city like country with some certainty. WARWICK SMITH/FAIRFAX NZ

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JILL GALLOWAY find water leaks. Additional con- would come out ‘‘from behind nectivity would mean farmers their computers’’ to his farm for Putting computer ‘‘geeks’’ and might be able to use smart phones breakfast [on March 11]. farmers in the same room might more readily. ‘‘They will see a working farm see sparks fly and hopefully solve ‘‘There are lots of practical and it might help open their technical farm issues, say things on farm, problems which minds to the issues grass-roots Federated Farmers. can be solved. We want farmers to farmers have. The world is chang- A hackathon will combine the get together with these techies to ing quickly as we move through two groups in an initiative by find some answers.’’ yet another industrial revolution, Manawatu Federated Farmers There will be a ‘soft opening’ to this time the revolution is around and the Building Clever Compan- the hackathon, with a pre-night data. We are seeing tech ies (BCC). function which would put farmers disrupting just about everything Federated Farmers Mana- with computer people, later this from the way we do business, to watu/Rangitikei dairy chairman, month and a Microsoft rural man- the way we communicate around Mat Hockensaid farmers would ager from Asia would enlighten the globe.’’ find new technology developed by farmers and technical people. Stewart said farmers con- the ‘‘techies’’ useful. Federated Farmers provincial tinued to grow grass, crops and He said BCC was drawing tech- president James Stewart said he farmed animals, but technology nology people together and they doubted the technical people was a big part of farming systems would talk to farmers to find out could come up with answers and that was why the federation what technology was needed to straight away. was involving computer people. make farming easier. ‘‘They might think on it and He said the concept of smart or Hocken said new app’s could answers to farmers’ needs could connected farms was to have focus on areas such as a real time come later.’’ solutions that help farmers make James Stewart Federated farmers Manawatu/Rangitikei president welcomes the pasture meter or software to help He said the technical people timely decisions. best IT people for agri week. MURRAY WILSON/FAIRFAX NZ

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Taumarunui 33 Porou Street Taumarunui 66 Taringamotu Road Taumarunui 34 Sunshine Road Golf Road $200 p/w WITHIN YOUR MEANS Recently refurbished in a rural setting just out of With picturesque views over the Whanganui River Good 3 bedroom home with a sunroom at the rear of town. 3 bedrooms plus oice with double garage and and Taumarunui township is this lovely 2 bedroom the property. Tidy, recently painted exterior. Log fire workshop. Generous open plan living areas. Great character cottage in the popular area of Sunshine. Taitua St, Piriaka $240 p/w for heating and private back yard. home for your family. For Sale $86,000 Seath Avenue $180 p/w View Saturday, 25th February 2017 01.00pm - For Sale $Price by Negotiation For Sale $Price By Negotiation 01.30pm www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6458 www.harcourts.co.nz/ www.harcourts.co.nz/TN5833 Tim Burton Tim Burton Contact Harcourts Rentals Wendy Macdonald M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 020 4018 2104 P 07 896 8700 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 P 07 896 8700 M 0274 888 063

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Taumarunui 87 Rangaroa Road Mahoe 12 Nelvin Avenue Taumarunui 2 Tarrangower Avenue Piriaka 43 Taitua Street Unique and privately situated in town is this small Close to the Whanganui River in the small hamlet This 3 bedroom property has been very well Comfortable spacious 3 bedroom home on a fully lifestyle block, just perfect for that entry level lifestyle of Mahoe is this immaculately presented, smaller maintained by the caring home owners who would like fenced and family friendly quarter acre section. Plus a buyer, or someone wanting to step up from the 3 bedroom home with features including a 48m² to give you the opportunity to enjoy as they have for a large deck for summer entertaining with a semi rural residential market. conservatory & 5 car garaging. number of years. outlook.

For Sale $Price By Negotiation For Sale $185,000 For Sale $229,000 For Sale $149,000 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6468 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6389 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6399 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6437 Tim Burton Bill Nicholas Tim Burton Ray Waterreus M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 027 479 1242 P 07 896 8700 M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 027 680 4500 P 07 896 8700 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Taumarunui 83 Golf Road Taumarunui 55 East Street Taumarunui 64 Taringamotu Road Manunui 10 Tarata Place 100 year old, completely renovated and stylishly This large 5 bedroom family home is located close to Sit on either of the properties two patio’s with your If you are looking for a fully refurbished property this is refurbished villa with 3 bedrooms, master with an town in desirable Rangaroa. An easy care mainly flat morning cuppa or evening wine looking over the rural it. 3 bedrooms with new kitchen and bathroom. Single ensuite, lounge, kitchen/dining area and bathroom. On section with the backyard fully fenced and large double surroundings the property oers. With a 782m2 section garage with large flat section. Relax on the deck and a large 4254m² expanse of flat land. garage. Vendors are motivated to sell. that is mostly fenced and flat with established gardens. enjoy your new home.

For Sale $195,000 For Sale $169,000 For Sale $185,000 For Sale $Price by Negotiation www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6262 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6355 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6385 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6464 Bill Nicholas Tim Burton Tim Burton Tim Burton M 027 479 1242 P 07 896 8700 M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Taumarunui 7 Golf Road Taumarunui 12 West Street Taumarunui 50 Bullians Avenue Waitaanga 1539 Waitaanga Road Situated close to town on an easy care section. All RESIDENCE OF DIGNITY This hilltop2.34ha lifestyle is quietly nestled, where Situated in the beautiful countryside about 1hr 20mins the modern conveniences with open plan living areas Built around 1912 in one of our most sought aer you would never think to look with convenient but from Taumarunui is this 39.774HA (98.28 acre) farm. and double garage with internal access. You won’t be locations this large character home is a must see. Fully private in-town living. Views overlook the properties With hunting & fishing close at hand, you can mix disappointed. fenced & a very private property. paddocks, and the surrounding picturesque farmland. business and pleasure and enjoy your country haven.

For Sale $Price by Negotiation For Sale $295,000 For Sale $289,000 For Sale $Oers over $470,000 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6462 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6233 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6365 www.harcourts.co.nz/TN6395 Tim Burton Wendy Macdonald Tim Burton Ray Waterreus M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 020 4018 2104 P 07 896 8700 M 027 593 1801 P 07 896 8700 M 027 680 4500 P 07 896 8700 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ADC Realty Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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CORNISH, Hazel Daphne (nee Klink): Passed away peacefully at Avonlea Rest Home, MANAGER CARPENTER Classique Taumarunui, on the 15th of February 2017, in her 97th VACANCY Qualified carpenter Caterers year. Wife of the late Len. wanted. Current Site Catering for all occasions Loved mother and mother-in- Safe and First Aid law of Kelvin and Kei, Richard training preferred. Wedding Specialists and Melda. Loved nana of The committee are looking for an energetic Jubilees Keitiria and George, and the and committed person with suitable abilities, Special Functions late Brendon. Great-nana of drive and enthusiasm to manage our club. Please apply to Birthday Parties The Taumarunui-Ohura Ward Committee will be considering a proposal to Lacaiya, George and Brooke. Frazer McKenzie replant at Thursday’s meeting. RUAPEHU DISTRICT COUNCIL A Service for Hazel has been If you think you are this person, please send Phone Margaret held. All communications 07 8957475 0800 366 342 to Taumarunui Funeral your cover letter and CV to: 0274721210 Services, PO Box 198, Taumarunui 3946. [email protected] [email protected] TAUMARUNUI FUNERAL SERVICES FDANZ Applications for the Club Manager are RUAPEHU Public access open until 27th February. FLOORING BP2GO Reuben ADMINISTRATOR / ACCOUNTING TAUMARUNUI Hardwidge Supply & Install improved BAILEY INGHAM LTD Domestic & Part Time Position Night Shift Worker Commercial Carpet & Wanted Vinyl. FRANCES FERGUSON We are currently seeking an Administrator / public access and enjoyment of Accounting Clerk to join our Taumarunui team. Ph: 027 748 8361 the area.’’ Ideally you will have previous experience in an Apply within store [email protected] The Horizons Whanganui The Taumarunui-Ohura Administration or an Accounting role. Ongoing Please provide CV. River Management Scheme has Ward Committee will also con- training and support will be offered to the plans for work that will affect sider a proposal, at its meeting successful applicant. SAW MILLER public access alongside the on Thursday, to replant along Duties will include: AVAILABLE Ongarue and Whanganui River the cleared area by the Portable Mahoe sawmill. • General administration & office duties LIVESTOCK I can travel to your place. Walkways and Cherry Grove. Whanganui River with cherry We can help you with • Preparation of financial accounts, GST & Work will start on removing trees and other ornamental paperwork for milling PAYE returns Native. Poplar Trees at Cherry Grove trees, towards the southern end. • General business and taxation work FERAL GOATS (Registered Builder also for alongside the access road down Upcoming work will include those building jobs over the WANTED summer). to the boat ramp from this the removal of willows and Other key skills and attributes we are looking ➤ for will be: Payment on pick-up Contact Joss or Steve. Thursday through until poplars at the Taumarunui ➤ Top Money Erua 027-2827600 Tuesday next week. northern entrance that might be • Great organisational & communication skills ➤ All head counted Ruapehu District Council replaced with ginkgo trees. • A high level of personal presentation ➤ Check out our prices ➤ property team leader Rebecca The timing of this work will • Time Management & meeting deadlines Goats hard to get? Van Orden said the work area be dependent on available Experienced musterer Please forward your CV with a hand written available Truck will be roped off during this funding. letter of application to: Phone Bill or Vicki period and Cherry Grove users Poplar Trees on River Rd by 07 893 8916 or Parking are asked to stay away from the the Lines Company Depot were Administration / Accounting Position 021 158 9027 Bailey Ingham Limited Available in site because large machinery removed last week and access to secure yard. will be operating. part of the Ongarue Walkway CH-7552803AA P O Box 34, TAUMARUNUI 3946 ‘‘The recent township discus- was temporarily closed. APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 10th March 2017 GOATS Please Contact sions on the Taumarunui The northern entrance and Mike on IN MEMORIAM WANTED Revitalisation Concept Plans Cherry Grove projects are part 0274743996 ➤ for further details highlighted that Taumarunui of a larger Taumarunui River CULL, Ann: TAUMARUNUI WOMEN’S REFUGE All weights residents see Cherry Grove as a Walk and Cycleway Project with Just a prayer from those who ➤ All breeds ‘jewel in the crown’ with high a vision to ultimately have a love you, & SUPPORT CENTRE ➤ Just a memory ever true, Prompt service recreational, environmental and walk and cycleway that follows In our hearts you will live ➤ Payment on FOR SALE cultural values.’’ the Ongarue and Whanganui forever, Advocate Position pick-up She said the work Rivers from the Ongarue River Because we thought the world of you. 20 hours per week "My on-farm undertaken by Horizons has bridge to the Whanganui River — Love from the family already made a big difference to bridge at Manunui. prices will not be access and views of the Ongarue These projects form part of beaten" FIREWOOD and Whanganui Rivers. the exciting journey of township Remember Are you passionate about the wellbeing and Phone 4 CUBIC square metres safety of wahine and their tamariki? David Hutchings $320 Pine or Douglas ‘‘People are very keen to see revitalization underway in Tau- Fir, $340 Blue Gum. If so, we have a vacancy for an advocate in our 07 895 8845 the area maintained and marunui and other Ruapehu us in your 027 451 9249 WINZ quotes available. enhanced and this work along townships. dedicated team working with wahine and Ph 020-4056-3099. with Council’s River Walkway Will and tamariki who experience domestic violence. Feral goats project are part of improving If you possess the following attributes then we mustered on a 50-50 leave a would like to hear from you: share basis NATIVE • FIREWOOD legacy of Relevant experience working with • Matai • Maire wahine and tamariki in a related field • Totara • Tawa hope • Understanding of and a commitment to FOR SALE •orMix Playcentre offers Te Tiriti o Waitangi BUY NOW • Clear analysis of domestic violence and Discount for Large orders By including BLUEBERRIES, Marahua Prompt Delivery understanding of a feminist philosophy Orchards, 40 Owhango • Must also be able to be rostered for on Road. Now open for PYO, Ph: (07) 895 5509 The Salvation 9am-5pm Wednesday – 027 473 2254 new service call advocacy after hours 30 Matai Street • Sunday. Closed Monday/ Clear professional boundaries Tuesday. Phone Malcolm Manunui Army in your • FRANCES FERGUSON out here for childcare.’’ Non-judgemental manner 027 353 2842. Boyd has been working as a Will you’ll help • Good listener The National Park Early Childhood Education • Flexible and adaptable Playcentre has added a new ser- teacher for 10-years. those in need • Excellent computer literacy, oral and FARM GARAGE SALE vice to keep the doors open. When the opportunity came written communication skills • Living violence free for a minimum of two 4 March 2017 Kids at Home provides a flex- to start up the in-home care ser- 10 am ible service for parents needing vice she decided to ‘‘give it a go.’’ years • At 31 Oruaiwi Road, Waituhi care for their children. ‘‘I don’t ever teach by ages. I Highly motivated team player • The deal was given the green teach by developmental stages Full clean drivers licence M5500 DT 60Hp Tractor (FEL attached), • light in November last year to and I totally like it that I can This position is subject to a Police check 2012 Yamaha Rhino 700cc, 2010 Suzuki give another childcare option work with my philosophy. Please email or ring for an application form, 450 Quad, electric wool press, 1300 litre double ended fuel tank (steel), 3 wastenot for busy parents. ‘‘Play is just as important as once completed please return this with a cover letter and your CV. Our contact details are: stock feeders, agrispread fert. spreader, Presently the Playcentre is learning.’’ sheep and cattle weigh crates with load bars, open Tuesday, Wednesday and President Andrea Messenger [email protected] docking chute and docking iron, docking Friday from 9am to midday but said adding the new service was or ring 07 896 7869 hurdles, Grader blade, magic eye sheep dip Early Childhood Education the ideal solution after the cen- Applications close Friday 24 February 2017 and pump with water tanks, electric dog teacher Linda Boyd said hours tre nearly closed last year collars, light harrows, dog freezer, electric and times will be based around because of low numbers. fence reels and pigtails, battens, posts and the need in the community and ‘‘We basically had three fam- strainers and other farm sundries. Assorted NEED TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED ADVERT Native timbers sawn into 100/50 (totara). wider district. ilies and each family had one or IN YOUR LOCAL PAPER? ‘‘There is no childcare out two children. PHONE 07 8955333 We make it easy. Just call us on 07 895 5841 CASH ON PURCHASE. NO EFTPOS. here so people were going into ‘‘Without a doubt, the GST INCLUSIVE Taumarunui. There was a need numbers have improved.’’ Fax: 07 895 8785. Email: [email protected] 18 RUAPEHU PRESS, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 stuff.co.nz WANTED TO BUY FINANCIAL PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES Scissor Lift for Hire • 7.79m Working Height BOOKS will buy all good A www.grabaloan.co.nz books. Keen to buy LP For a small or big loan REREAHU MARAE/MANGAPEEHI PA MIGHTY MOKAU SCHOOL • 227Kg Lift Capacity records. Also music CDs Quick, Simple, Online AGM and movie DVDs. Contact TRAIL BIKE RIDE • Extendable Platform me now. Ph 021-0289-5342 Triennial Board of Trustee Election • Comes on courtesy Trailer PUBLIC NOTICES Saturday, March 4 9.30am at Mangapeehi Pa • Solid non marking-tires FIREWOOD LADIES GOLF Agenda: Call Frazer - (07) 8957475 or 027 4721210 • 9am Registrations TOTARA Wood $120 per Ladies have a go!! • Karakia/Mihimihi ute load or $240 per • tandem trailer w crate. BEGINNERS Apologies • Phone 02040812575 CLASSES START 2016 AGM minutes Proudly sponsored by Tuesday 28st February • Matters arising from 2016 AGM minutes AU-7585163AA • TO LEASE 9.30am Correspondence at the Golf Club • Chairman's report BUILDING SUPPLIES • Financial report Sunday 26th February 2017 OFFICE with shared facili- Wet or fine • ties, centrally located. $50 Trustee elections • General business Sign on from 8.00am start 9.30am per week. Phone 8957629. Contact Jane • Casual hire agreement $30.00 per adult, 07 896-7989 • Karakia GARAGE SALES $10.00 per passenger $15 per child PUBLIC NOTICE OF Speed Restrictions for Heavy No passengers on Quads ❏ 15 STEADMAN APPLICATION STREET Section 101, Commercial Vehicles Pee wee track free Sale and Supply of Piri Piri Station, Signposted from the ““We’veWe’ve gotgot shedssheds fforor eeveryvery ffarm”arm” Household goods & Alcohol Act 2012 Poro O Taroa Road Bridge “Junction Service Station” Furniture Timber Trail Adventures Ltd (between Waimiha Village and CCallall 0077 887878 88149149

has made application to 2km north of Awakino TTee KumiKumi Road,Road, TeTe KuitiKuiti 4885609AA th Waimiha Valley Road) Saturday 25 Feb the District Licensing 8.30am Committee at Ruapehu An Engineer’s Report has placed a severe restriction on the All day BBQ on sale District Council for the Issue WE-7553747AE BOOTS AND HELMET ESSENTIAL CARPET of an On-Licence in respect capacity of the above bridge, located about 1.3km north of For further information contact: ❏ of the premises situated at Waimiha. TAUMARUNUI Piropiro, Pureora Forest Mark Smyth - 06 752 9015, 0277 529 075 CARPET & VINYL LAYING MENZSHED Heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs) should avoid travelling Park Known as Timber Trail www.silverbullet.co.nz AT TAUMARUNUI Lodge. along this road, between State Highways 4 and 30, as the WE SUPPLY & INSTALL BOWLING CLUB, The general nature of the Advert proudly sponsored by Rotowork Ltd TURAKI STREET business to be conducted bridge is restricted to 60% of Class 1 loads at a maximum DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL under the licence is speed of 10 kph. This means that most loaded HCVs will CARPETS & VINYLS. Loads of bargains Accommodation Lodge. not be able to cross this bridge until further notice. Saturday 25 February The days on which and the 119 HAKIAHA STREET, TAUMARUNUI 9am hours during which alcohol Engineers are working towards replacing damaged is intended to be sold under PH: 07 895 7089 the licence are: components to restore the bridge to its full capacity and THERAPEUTIC Monday to Sunday are investigating options for a longer term solution that MEETINGS MASSAGE 12.00nn - 12.00 midnight. The application may may include replacing the bridge. The following meetings of Horizons Regional Council will be held during March 2017 in the Tararua Room, be inspected during Council asks that operators of HCVs respect the temporary MASSEUR Qualified for ordinary office hours at the Regional House, 11-15 Victoria Avenue, Palmerston remedial massage and office of the Ruapehu load and speed restrictions placed on this bridge. North, unless otherwise advised: DRILLING sports injuries. $50 per District Council Licensing hour. Phone 07-896-7999 / Committee at the Ruapehu Tuesday, 7 March KING COUNTRY DRILLING 027-430-4305. District Council Office, 10.30am Regional Transport Committee 59-63 Huia Street, WAIHI PUKAWA TRUST Wednesday, 8 March • Soak • Surface Wells SWEDISH Masseur 24/7 Taumarunui. Any person FFAL $60/hr full body. In/out call who is entitled and who NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING TBC Possible Regional Council • Lined Soak Holes O Phone 027 2148201. wishes to object to the issue The Annual General Meeting for Waihi Pukawa Tuesday, 14 March • Concrete Products of the licence may not later Trust is to be held on Saturday 4th March 2017 11.00am Strategy & Policy Committee than 15 working days after Available PUBLIC NOTICES at Pukawa Marae, Pukawa commencing at H O E S the date of the publication 10.00am. Tuesday, 28 March • Foundation Drilling L of this notice, file a notice in 10.00am Regional Council, followed by Rather than a big lunch we are having a BIG writing of the objection with Audit, Risk & Investment Committee OWNER/OPERATOR: the Secretary of the District FARM BREAKFAST from 9.00am and a light Kaitieke Easter Licensing Committee at lunch at prize giving. An Extraordinary Council Meeting was held in Public FREE PHONE STEVE COLSON Sports Ruapehu District Council, Agenda: Excluded on 15 February 2017 to consider a commercial (0508) DUG HOLES (0508) 465 373 Private Bag 1001, 1. Welcome development opportunity. 5321425AA AGM Taumarunui 3946. 2. Apologies Should Members of the public wish to speak at Wednesday 1st March No objection to the renewal 3. Minutes of last Annual General Meeting Meetings, they are advised to phone 0508 800 800. ENGINEERING Kaitieke School of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other 4. Reports: Chairman, Farming, Forestry, 7pm than a matter specified in Financial Accounts M J McCartney Enquiries to Section 131 of the Sale and 5. Appointment of Auditor CHIEF EXECUTIVE Mike Plowman Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. 6. Trustee Elections This is the first publication 7. Distribution 8966252 of this notice 8. General Business Ltd For information, please contact the office on GENERAL ENGINEERING 0800 274 374 or [email protected] Freephone 0508 800 800 RAKEIPOHO TAIAROA www.horizons.govt.nz CHAIRMAN Ruapehu District Council BRIAN FLETT NoticeofImpoundingand 46 Bell Road, Taumarunui Boards and Committees Ph: 07 895 6537 Fax: 07 895 6538 For Advertising Terms and Conditions visit ProposedSaleofImpoundedstock advertise.fairfaxmedia.co.nz/ Impounding Act 1955 Section 46(2) MARCH 2017 MEETING DATES advertising-terms-and-conditions homsens The under mentioned horse was impounded after found Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board imber roaming freely and trespassing on a property on Simmons Road Public meeting onWaiouruTownship Revitalisation from 5.00pm, Taumarunui Taumarunui on 26 January 2017. It has not been shod. Doesn’t Community Board meeting from 6.00pm, TE TARATA AHU WHENUA TRUST loat. Has a quiet nature. Thursday 2 March 2017 We treat your milled timber Community Centre, Queree Drive,Waiouru and supply: Farm gates, 1x Standard breed stallion Ruapehu District Council ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Timber, Post, Battens, Notice is hereby given that the Annual Notice is hereby given that, unless claimed by the owner by 5:00 10.00am,Wednesday 8 March 2017 Plywood, Contoured Paling, General Meeting will be held on Saturday pm onTuesday 28 February 2017, the above stock will be sold by Council Chamber, Huia Street,Taumarunui 11th March 2017 at the Taumarunui public tender or otherwise disposed of in accordance with the National Park Community Board Outdoor Furniture. Cosmopolitan Club, Lower Lounge, Miriama 4.30pm,Tuesday 28 March 2017 St. Taumarunui. Commencing at 10 am. Impounding Act 1955. EFTPOS NOW AVAILABLE Owhango Fire Station, Owhango Registrations at 9.30am Tender closes 5:00 pm on Tuesday 28 February 2017 394 Taupo Road, Taumarunui Phone 07 895 8559 Agenda Ruapehu District Council Please submit your tender bid to your local Ruapehu District 1. Mihimihi-Karakia 10.00am,Wednesday 29 March 2017 2. Apologies Council oce noting: Council Chamber, Ayr St, Ohakune TRAVEL 3. Confirm Minutes of 2015 Annual General 1. Description of stock you are tendering for (as above), Meeting 2. Your name, address and contact phone number MEETING CONTACTS 4. Chairman Report 3. The tender amount Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board 5. Farm Report • Highest tender not necessarily accepted John Hotter, Chairperson 06 385 8193 6. Presentation of Annual Financial National Park Community Board Lynn can arrange all your travel Accounts as of 30th June 2016 Any queries please contact Brenda Ralph on (07) 895-8188 or Jenni Pendleton, Chairperson 07 892 2774 7. Appointment of Auditor.. (06) 385-8364 Taumarunui/Ohura Ward Committee to anywhere in the world 8. Variation of Trust Order By order of the Ruapehu District Council Karen Ngatai, Chairperson 07 896 6658 9. Election of 2 Trustees Audit and Risk Committee 10. General Business Philip Jones, Chairperson 07 552 5564 J. Turner www.ruapehupress.co.nz Ruapehu Maori Council Chairperson Edwin Ashford, Chairperson 07 895 8905 AU-7552834AA stuff.co.nz FEBRUARY 22, 2017, RUAPEHU PRESS 19

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FINAL NOTICE NEW LISTING NEW LISTING 7 GOLF ROAD...... $230.00 TENDER WEB ID TUU53054 $89,000 WEB ID TUU54098 $99,000 WEB ID TUU54065 TAUMARUNUI TAUMARUNUI TAUMARUNUI FOUR BEDROOM 12 and 14 Golf Road 350 Taupo Road 229 Miro Street This house is one you need to see to believe. 3 Whether you are shopping for your first 3 Here lies a fantastic opportunity for someone 3 31 MIRO STREET ...... $240.00 With much of the interior upgrades started it home or adding to your rental portfolio, this looking to add to your rental portfolio, this needs you to come along and finish her off. property is a must see. Nestled away down a property gifts you the combination of quiet 2175 STATE HIGHWAY ...... $260.00 With polished wooden floors throughout. 1 long driveway, a smart yet simple three 1 living in Manunui accompanied with a 1 TENDER closes Tuesday 28th February, 2017 bedroom weatherboard home awaits. Ample manageable section which is home to a at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior), Property space for living. well-established veggie garden. Brokers Office, 27 Hakiaha Street, View By Appointment 1 View By Appointment Taumarunui 07 895 7123

Wayne Thompson 027 490 5474 Cameron Elliot 027 542 1009 Cameron Elliot 027 542 1009 [email protected] Owhango lifestyle Bricked Beauty Invest or nest? Make the most

$235,000 WEB ID TUU53246 $139,000 WEB ID TUU53719 $75,000 WEB ID TUU52926 $295,000 WEB ID TUU53263 OWHANGO TAUMARUNUI TAUMARUNUI TAUMARUNUI 49 and 51 Owhango Road 32 Campbell Street 53A Makere Street 5 Simmons Road This property situated in the heart of 3 Searching for a solid, easy maintenance 3 Looking for a good little investment property 2 If you are looking for a special home then 4 Owhango is a little gem. This three bedroom home in a sought-after location with plenty or first home? Then check out this property! look no further. The current owners have cottage situated on a double section is well of future potential? Look no further than This is a solid home built on 685m2 section taken a lovely property and added some worth a look. The home is very tidy with 1 this tasteful three bedroom 1970's brick 1 which has been well looked after. The home 1 fantastic touches turning it into a wonderful 1 near new carpets and wooden plank floors. bungalow. On a generous 658m2 section in features a sunny lounge, large dining room home. Three good sized bedrooms, lovely View By Appointment family friendly Campbell Street. area. modern kitchen and bathroom. 2 View By Appointment 1 View By Appointment 1 View By Appointment 2

Wayne Thompson 027 490 5474 Cameron Elliot 027 542 1009 Wayne Thompson 027 490 5474 Wayne Thompson 027 490 5474

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We may be a small team in Taumarunui but we are big on getting you results.

Because Property Brokers are located in provincial towns and cities throughout the country - from Waikato to Otago, you can easily connect with a large network of buyers across New Zealand.

As members of the New Zealand Realtors Network, with over 500 afliated real estate companies worldwide, we give you access to the very best independent realtors. Many are number one in their marketplace. Leading Real Estate Companies of the World also expose your property to buyers over six continents ensuring even more eyes on your property.

So when you sell your property with the team in Taumarunui, you can rest assured that they are backed up by a large, strong team across the country and worldwide, driven to get you results. Get in touch today.

We’re local, we’re national, we’re global.

Wayne Thompson Katie Walker Cameron Elliot BRANCH MANAGER RURAL & LIFESTYLE SALES RESIDENTIAL 027 490 5474 027 757 7477 027 542 1009

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TAUMARUNUI WEB ID TUR47573 BY NEGOTIATION 1022 Taringamotu Road Just past Ngakonui Valley Primary school on VIEW By Appointment Taringamotu road is this great opportunity to purchase 98 acres on 2 titles. The home is a converted woolshed, with decks all the way around, 3 spacious bedrooms 3 master with ensuite and large open plan kitchen, dining and lounge. It has a good mix of flats and hills, with Katie Walker 2 great views of Mt Ruapehu and Hikurangi from the top. Mobile 027 757 7477 Wild deer roam at the back of the farm topping off this Office 07 895 7123 Home 07 895 7112 wonderful rural lifestyle. Call today to view. [email protected] 2 Maintain your privacy Owhango bare land Elevated Building Site

$395,000 WEB ID TUL53120 $110,000 WEB ID TUL51235 $230,000 WEB ID TUL51833 OWHANGO TAUMARUNUI TAUMARUNUI 157B Otapouri Road State Highway 4 Owhango 436 Taringamotu Road Hidden up a sealed drive way through 3 5kms south of Owhango on SH4 is an opportunity to In the Taringamotu Valley only 6kms from town, this 9 mature Totara trees is a private gem on the purchase a great building site. 1.6 ha of rolling flat acre site is ready for a new house to be built. With ever popular Otapouri Road. Surrounded by land with prime views of the Tongariro forest park, Mt stunning rural views of Hikurangi, Tuhua and the green open spaces with views over the 2 Ruapehu and farmland, only a stone's throw from the Taringamotu stream below, this site has much to offer, Tongariro National Forest Park, rolling Whakapapa River and 45 minutes to Whakapapa ski and all facing north to soak up the sun. There is a 3 farmland and established gardens. fields. This is a fantastic spot to build a new home, bay pole shed on site already, spring water, 9 View By Appointment 2 capturing all day sun in Owhango! Call to view. paddocks all that is missing is the house. Let your View By Appointment imagination take off! View By Appointment Katie Walker 027 757 7477 Katie Walker 027 757 7477 Katie Walker 027 757 7477

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