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Arrest follows Tomorrow night is a first for Te Awamutu — the New Zealand Youth Brass Band plays a aggravated concert as part of its 2011 series at Te Awamutu College. burglary The band features 16-year-old Fraser Robert- Police have arrested a son on E Flat bass, a local player who is in his 39-year-old man after he second year with the national band. forced his way into a Bradley Fraser also played for the National Secondary Place residence in the early Schools’ Brass Band in 2009 and 2010 and plays hours of Wednesday morning for Te Awamutu College bands (he will be a Year 12 student this year), Te Awamutu Brass and the and demanded money from the Salvation Army. occupants. His his ultimate goal is to play in the New The three occupants Zealand Army Band. opened the door at 12.10am The National Youth Brass Band of New and were greeted by the man Zealand commenced the annual course and who was attempting to disguise concert series in New Plymouth on Friday. himself with clothing over his The thirty three young musicians, with an face. average age of just nineteen, have all had to He was also allegedly audition for their seat in this year’s band. armed with a knife. Approximately eighty of New Zealand’s best He forced his way in to the young brass musicians from Auckland to Inver- residence, assaulting one cargill had applied to be a member of this year’s occupant in the process, and band. demanded cash. Under the Musical Direction of Graham The offender has decamped Hickman of Woolston Brass and New Zealand empty handed and was located Army Band fame, these young musicians receive and arrested, and charged with six days of intense training under the watchful aggravated burglary and eyes of some of New Zealand’s best brass educators and are then given the opportunity to assault with intent to injure. perform publicly in a number of centres in the He was due to appear in Te central North Island. Awamutu District Court Mr Hickman has toured extensively with yesterday afternoon. various musical organisations, and tutored and adjudicated nationally and internationally. Toy Run on A Fellow of the Trinity College of Music he holds diplomas in performance, teaching and February 27 management. The Toy Run for the Child Mr Hickman has been a member of four Cancer Foundation is being National Youth Bands and six National Bands. staged early this year — on The tutors include NZSO principal David Sunday, February 27. Bremner who grew up in New Plymouth and The display day in Te other brass and percussion musicians who Awamutu, which is held in between them hold many performance titles conjunction with the annual including New Zealand Champion of Champions. Toy Run and features a display The guest soloist this year is Kevin Hickman, of motorcycles in Alexandra principal cornet of both the Woolston and New Street, is being staged on Zealand Army Bands. Friday, February 25. He has been a previous member of two Donations of pre-loved or National Youth Brass Bands of New Zealand and five National Bands of New Zealand. new toys and games can be left As a junior soloist he won both the New at Te Awamutu Courier office in Zealand Junior Champion of Champions and the the run up to the Toy Run or Australian Junior Cornet Championship and in presented at the display day. more recent years won both the New Zealand Amateur Cornet (twice) and the New Zealand Early Courier Championship Cornet, and in 2006 won the New Zealand Champion of Champions title. Kevin deadline also won the 2010 Federation of Australasian The Courier will be Brass Band’s Aria event against strong interna- published on Tuesday and tional competition. Thursday next week, but due to The band has had selected for it a formidable CFP Auckland Anniversary Day on repertoire that ranges from Brass Band classics, E FLAT bass player Fraser Robertson will be playing in his school hall this Friday night with the Monday the Tuesday issue will compositions from the masters including National Youth Brass Band. be away to the printers over the Wagner, Tchaikovsky, Caccini, Holst, Queen weekend. and John Williams, to more recent compositions occasions and has always represented the different musical genres throughout the world As a result, the deadline for written in New Zealand. country with great pride and proved wonderful but acknowledge that some of their initial classified advertisements for The first National Youth Band was formed in ambassadors. training and inspiration came from the National Tuesday’s Courier is 11am 1959 and they have provided a very useful It has also provided a stepping stone for a Youth Band. tomorrow (Friday, January 28). avenue for young musicians to reach their good number of players to become professional The concert this Friday night is at 7.30pm and potential. musicians. entry is by door sales only at $15 and $10 The Band has toured overseas on a number of These professional musicians are found in all unwaged.

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TC270111SP3A DEBRA ROBERTS (far right) poses with her parents and brothers for their first photo together since her wedding 27 years ago, from left: brother Michael Stevens, parents Fred and Pam Stevens, daughter Tammy Roberts and brother Craig Stevens.

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Debra Roberts enjoyed a family reunion at Christmas that she will cherish for the rest of her life. The former Te Awamutu resi- dent had only been home from Canada once in the past 23 years, but she had her heart set on a family reunion in her home town for Christmas. She entered the Marmite ‘Bringing Home the Kiwis’ competition and with Courier readers’ help, won one of 100 flights home to New Zealand for Christmas.

Marmite ran the competition 7943179AA (decided by public vote) to celebrate its centenary. Mrs Roberts was encouraged to enter the competition by her father Fred Stevens. New Location... ‘‘Recently, my dad has lost almost all his eyesight and for me to get back so he could see me before he loses all his vision was Same Great Service! very important for him and I. Also, my mum (Pam) was diagnosed with cancer again after being free of it for 37 years, so it was very important for me to come home and see my mum too,’’ she says. Her parents live in Te Awa- mutu, as does a brother Michael and Mrs Roberts’ daughter Tammy, who has moved from Canada back to Te Awamutu. ‘‘To be able to win this contest and come home to see my mum, dad, brothers, friends and my daughter, was a dream come true,’’ Mrs Roberts says. ‘‘Some family members who I saw this Christmas, I hadn’t seen in over 23 years and words just TC270111SP3B can’t express how that felt. DEBRA ROBERTS sits for the first time on the old Honda Clubman ‘‘Spending time with mum and that her father made sure was in good working order (working on it NOW LOCATEDLOCATED AT AT 82 82 BENSON BENSON STREET STREET dad and my daughter Tammy was himself by using feel and sound), insured and warranted so she OPPOSITE VETENTVETENT wonderful. could ride it around Te Awamutu while she was home. ‘‘And I even ‘‘To see how mum and dad remembered to ride on the left hand side of the road,’’ she says. have dealt with all the ups and downs in life and dealing with all returned home to Te Awamutu tough time being able to save to • RETAIL DRYCLEANING All customers the medical issues they have and and we were married at St buy a ticket, heard about the who visit between still have such great attitudes to Andrew’s in 1983. We then had ‘Bringing Home the Kiwis for • INDUSTRIAL LAUNDRY life is truly amazing.’’ our first daughter, Shannon, in Christmas’ competition, so he got 24 January and Mrs Roberts grew up in Te 1985. I then worked at Woolworths Tammy to send me the link so I • REPAIRS • CURTAINS Awamutu, attending primary Supermarket for a period of time could join the competition.’’ 28 January school in Pirongia, then Te Awa- until we decided to move to Mrs Roberts was unsure hwo will receive a mutu Intermediate and Te Awa- Canada for a few years. The few she would recognise other Hassle free, off street parking. mutu College. years has now turned into 23 Marmite trip winners at complimentary She was the caller for a num- years. Vancouver Airport, but says it Friendly, helpful service... Lint Roller and ber of years for the Rosetown ‘‘I was unable to make it back was easy as they were by far the Square Dance Club and was the for one brother’s funeral in 1990 noisiest, happiest group there. Reﬁ Rosetown Square Dance Club as with raising a young family, After arriving at Auckland ll Princess in the Rosetown Festival plus at that time having a new Airport, she was one of two in the late 1970s. She was a born daughter made it difficult to returning Kiwis filmed for a tele- member of Te Awamutu Badmin- travel. I managed to come back to vision programme on the ton Club with her mum who Te Awamutu in December 1999 for Marmite centenary gesture, the played for many years with the my youngest brother’s wedding other a man in his 50s who was Sincerity club. with my family (daughters about to meet his brother for the After College she worked as a Shannon and Tammy and son first time. clerk at Shoprite then for account- Wayne) which was the only time I Mrs Roberts expressed great Drycleaners ant Eric Laird. was able to make it back home in appreciation to all the readers

‘‘In 1982 I got the travel bug 23 years. who supported her bid to come 7938166AA and did a trip around the world. It ‘‘My dad, who was really want- home. was during this time that I met ing me to come home for Christ- ‘‘It was the best Christmas • Ph 07 871 5471 • Fax 07 870 2086 • [email protected] my former husband in Canada. I mas and knew I was having a ever!’’ 4 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 Make this weekend a happy anniversary

The NZ Transport Agency, Police, ACC on-line at www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic/ Schedule in breaks on your trip, and garages offer safety checks for tyre tread and and the Ministry of Transport are remind- current-conditions/highway-info/, or by sort out entertainment and refreshments pressure, lights, brakes, cooling systems and other ing drivers to ensure they are well rested calling 0800 444 449. to keep the kids occupied. components. A well tuned vehicle is also more fuel and well prepared before heading out on • Give you the tools you need to plan Think about the route you’ll take — efficient so you’ll also save money on fuel costs. the region’s roads this long weekend. ahead so your journey is safe and enjoy- how safe are the roads you are planning to We tend to cram a lot of gear in for the holidays, NZTA State Highway Manager Kaye able travel on? Will you be travelling on but loose items can be dangers to people in the car. Clark asks that drivers take the time to All of the information you need is unfamiliar roads? Be aware that different Make sure everything is safely packed away. If plan ahead and allow extra travelling time available from the NZTA website — http:/ parts of our roads provide different levels you’re going to be towing make sure all the for a safe trip ahead of Auckland Anni- /www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic/info/around- of safety. Roadside hazards like trees, couplings are compatible. Also, remember to check versary weekend. nz/holidays.html ditches, poles and narrow shoulders can the safety chain, trailer lights, tyres and brakes. See The NZ Transport Agency, Police, ACC • Put more police on the roads to ensure increase risk. Intersections can be danger- www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/glovebox-guide-safe- and the Ministry of Transport have put that everyone sticks to the rules and to ous, so can busy roads without a median loading-towing/ for more tips on safe towing. together some simple tips and advice for deal with any problems that arise barrier. Armed with that knowledge • Drive to the conditions: Every road is different people to avoid crashes this anniversary Police will be on the roads in large people can adjust their driving to the and every journey is different. Remember the weekend. And we’ll be doing our part as numbers, highly visible, ensuring that all conditions and take extra care on higher ‘conditions’ mean more than just the weather. They well. road users stick to the rules, making the risk roads. Further information and risk also include the state of the road, the traffic Here are some things we’ll be doing to roads safer for everyone. maps for state highways in New Zealand conditions, your vehicle, your load, and you — are keep the roads safe these holidays, and THINGS YOU CAN DO are available at www.kiwirap.co.nz. you stressed or tired? Take a break. some things we’re asking drivers to do to • Plan ahead: It will take the stress out of • Check your car before hitting the road: • If you’re going to drink, plan a safe way home: make their own journeys safe ones. your journey and can make the trip an A safe and well maintained car can stop You need to be sober to control your vehicle WHAT WE’LL DO FOR YOU enjoyable part of the holiday. you having a crash and protect you better properly and be aware of what’s going on around • Keep you informed about the roads so Plan to have enough rest beforehand if there is one. Don’t just hop in the car you. Plan ahead and know how you’re getting home you can plan your journey and plan to share the driving to stay fresh and go — it only takes a few minutes to before you go out drinking — have a sober driver, You can get up to date information and avoid the risks of fatigue. Allow check your tyre treads and pressure, and use public transport, take a taxi or walk if it’s safe about what’s happening on the roads via enough time to get to your destination it could save your life. Also remember to and practical. variable message signs on the roadside, safely. check your oil, water and lights. Most • Expect the unexpected: Over the holidays the road environment can be more unpredictable. There could be a queue, a bike or even a horse around the corner. If you’re driving, make sure you keep an eye out for cyclists and other road users. Give them plenty of space. Watch out for horses on back country roads. If you’re cycling or motorcycling, make sure you’re visible and wearing proper protective gear. If you’re towing or driving slowly, keep an eye on what’s behind you. Pull over safely to let traffic pass. Country Club jam session

This Sunday the Te Awamutu Country Music Club is holding a special ‘jam session’ which will give people the opportunity to show their talents. President Celia Baker says there are many people who enjoying singing or playing an instru- ment who may be too shy to do so in public. The jam session gives them a chance, with help and support from experienced and talented back- ing singers and the club band; Ron Brickland, Dave Jamieson, Llew Bridger, Johnny nelson, Anne Scott and Barbara Manning. The club afternoon takes place at the Te Awamutu RSA from 1pm until 4.30pm and afternoon tea is provided. Other club members, visitors and friends are invited to participate and enjoy this event.

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Te Awamutu Police 872 0100 EMERGENCY 111 Te Awamutu Police have dealt with the following matters since last week: Monday January 17: Two men arrested for breaching bail. Thefts: Large sun shade and copper spouting from Te Awamutu Primary School. Lawnmower from Young Street property. Fuel from Shell Alexandra Street. Mongoose bike from Alexan- dra Street. Wilful damage to house in Pollard Drive reported. Tuesday, January 18: Report of items set on fire at Rogers Place and Te Rahu Road. Wednesday, January 19: Arrests: Man for assault with intent to injure, assault with a weapon and threatening to kill. Woman for wilful damage. Theft of two copper planters from Park Road property reported. Thursday, January 20: Woman arrested for breach of a safety order. Burglaries: Allen Road property. Diesel stolen. Pokuru Road property. Petrol and container, alcohol, food and electric fence units stolen. Gibson Lane residence. Large amount of property stolen. Friday, January 21: Arrests: Man for EBA. Man for detoxification. Man for theft of a cheque and cashing a cheque. Saturday, January 22: Burglaries: Market Street property. Boxes of various items stolen. Bradley Street residence. Wii controllers and games, PS2, stereo, subwoofer, amplifier, DVD player, speakers and bike stolen. Cambridge Road property. Green 1996 Honda Accord (CTZ337) stolen. Sunday, January 23: Man arrested for breaching bail. Theft of tobacco and bottle of drink from Chatsfield Superette reported. 24 hour Victim Support is available by phoning 0800 VICTIM (0800 842846). TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 5 Huge hangi mouthwatering prospect at Boaties urged to Waitangi weekend Kawhia Kai Festival take safety steps crossing bars Aotearoa’s largest collec- tive hangi will be being put Bar crossings are the highest risk activity down to feed the thousands boaties in the Waikato will come across — with expected at this year’s Kawhia Kawhia and Raglan bars notoriously difficult at Kai Festival being held on times even for experienced skippers. Saturday, February 5 as part ‘‘On a per boatie basis, bar crossings result in of the nation’s Waitangi Day the highest number of accidents in the Waikato celebrations. region,’’ says Environment Waikato’s compliance Hangi experts at four and education manager Rob Dragten. Kawhia marae are now In early December 2010, a vessel was swamped preparing the huge fire pits, and capsized as it was crossing the Raglan Bar. The cooking stones, and food occupants were both thrown into the water, but baskets to hold the mountains luckily they were wearing lifejackets and the of pork, chicken, beef, and accident was seen by another vessel that managed vegetables to feed the 10,000 to rescue them. visitors expected, says festival The vessel, however became a navigation organiser, Hinga Whiu. hazard on the bar and had to be recovered by “Of the 25 food stalls offer- Raglan Volunteer Coastguard. ing traditional Maori kai this This incident was believed to be caused by year, four are dedicated just to failure of the boat transom. hangi food and are always the ‘‘Boaties can significantly lower the danger to big favourites,” Mrs Whiu themselves and others on board by following some says. basic safety tips, and not attempting crossings if “Using manuka wood they are in doubt,’’ says Mr Dragten. which burns very hot, the Important safety tips to follow when crossing hangi teams at each marae bars include: light the fires in the early TC270111SP5 • Talk to locals, and check the weather, tide and hours of the morning to heat KAPA HAKA will be a big part of the 2011 Kawhia Kai Festival — as this Daisy Day photo from a bar conditions. the cooking stones. Around previous year shows. • Ensure adequate stability of vessel. dawn, the covered food • Secure all moveable objects. baskets will be laid in the that come out of the hangi – let NRG Rising, Zionhill, Tasty weaving and carving. • Wear lifejackets. cooking pits, layered with the alone the other traditional kai Brown, Stingray, soloist Tania Held on Omiti Reserve by • Contact the local Coastguard or Maritime Radio hot stones and finally on offer,” explains Mrs Whiu. Smith, rappers Statik West the shores of the tranquil immediately before, and after, crossing the bar in mounded with soil to allow the And those other traditional and hip hop artists Shine Ka¯whia Harbour on the west both directions. food to steam in its own juices. kai come from both the land Forum — all coming from the coast of New Zealand’s North • When going out, approach the bar at moderate ‘‘It’s a fine art to get the and sea and include such deli- Waikato region. Island, the festival is a unique speed, ideally at high water, and not when the tide cooking time right—and the cacies as toroi (marinated There will also be more celebration of Maori cuisine is going out. results are delicious,’’ Mrs mussels and puha), creamed than two hours of kapa haka and is rated by The Lonely • When returning, cross when the tide is coming Whiu says. paua and kina, inanga (white- performed by three Waikato Planet Travel Guide as one of in. The hangi food baskets are bait patties), kanga wai/pirau regional kapa haka groups — the top ten must see Maori To keep boaties more informed of bar then dug up in time for lunch (fermented corn), puha and Ngati Mahanga Whanui from experiences for visitors to conditions Environment Waikato harbourmasters at the festival site on Kawhia’s pork spring rolls, pawhara Whatawhata, Nga Mauri visit. in conjunction with Coastguard have an advisory Omiti Reserve. Each portion (smoked fish and eel) as well Taniwha from Aramiro, and a Attracting New Zealanders service. The advisory, broadcast over the Coast- of hangi is served in tra- as the local Waikato delicacy young kapa haka group from of all ages and backgrounds, guard radio in their station notices, indicates ditional “kono” food baskets — koki (shark liver pate). Te Awamutu Intermediate the festival opens with a mihi whether the bar is: Level 1: normal free navigation which have been woven from Visitors to the festival will School. whakatau welcome and bless- Level 2: marginal navigate with caution Level 3: local flax. also be able to enjoy a full day In addition to the 25 stalls ing at 9am. Gate entry will be not recommended navigation is likely to be “For many non-Maori, the of entertainment introduced offering traditional Maori $5 for adults and children over hazardous. Kawhia Kai Festival is the by Te Arawa FM radio food, more than 20 stalls will 5, while a family pass for two Harbourmasters also advise users of bar status first time they have been able presenter Kingi Biddle. The be displaying traditional adults and up to four children by placing public signs at the harbourmaster’s to experience the delicacies lineup includes six-piece band Maori arts and crafts such as will cost $15. office, appropriate boat ramps and/or wharves.

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Te Awamutu Chamber of Commerce. Ph: (07) 871 8125 PO Box 608, Te Awamutu, 3800 Website: www.teawamutuchamber.org.nz Email [email protected] CHAMBER HERE TO STAY JANUARY 2011 This year, we’re celebrating 100 The fi rst item In 1912, the Chamber met with the years of representing Te Awamutu of business Prime Minister and continued to businesses. Te Awamutu Cham- for the fi rst promote the establishment of a Te ber was inaugurated on 3 August Chamber Awamutu – Putaruru railway, the 1911 and we’re planning a year of meeting fi rst section of which would be to fabulous events for our members to (a public Kihikihi. In subsequent years the celebrate this occasion. meeting) on Chamber continued to campaign In 2011 we’re here to represent the 3 August for this and other rail links and be- interests of the business community, 1911 was the gan to advertise the town, seeking provide information and support for erection of a tourism and trade. our members. In many ways it seems town clock The fi rst President of the Chamber, the main function of the Chamber for Te Awamutu. Mr von Sturmer, concluded, “A review has not changed – creating a strong of the past (year) shows the Other matters considered at early and thriving community. Chamber has done a great deal meetings included forming street In 1911, the Waipa Post reported for the betterment of the town and crossings, establishment of a that businesses in Te Awamutu district. This is clearly the result public urinal, opening the new public wished to establish a Chamber of of cooperation, proving once again cemetery. Commerce since that unity is strength and is clear - Deputations to Parliament without Subsequent meetings resolved evidence of a keen desire to further issues from restrictions on travelling benefi t of organization proved the interests of the town and dis- Minutes of the fi rst Te Awamutu fi rms, declaring which days shall ‘fruitless’ trict.” One hundred years later, the Chamber of Commerce meeting – 3rd August 1911 - Public holidays required better be public holidays (these included Chamber is working to help create organizing local agricultural show dates), better businesses - Assistance for the town board deputations to Government on and a strong The Chamber Can Help Grow legislation and boundaries, evening would be welcomed community. Your Business - There was an opportunity to opening of the telephone exchange secure trade from the and establishment of a ‘brick area’ Rachel Blake New Zealand is a small marketplace with development of the Tokanui in the town (to enforce building CEO, Te Awamutu challenging geographic barriers to reaching the rest Reformatory permanent and attractive buildings). Chamber of Commerce of the world. The Chamber can help you grow your business with networking, promotional opportunities, and international trade opportunities. DISTRICT PLAN CHANGES MAY AFFECT YOU – ACT NOW! NETWORKING There are a number of changes • removal of the entitlement to At this stage it is anticipated that the Networking is the most cost-effective way of proposed in the draft Waipa subdivide land on which a surplus District Plan will be notifi ed in April growing your business – and it’s enjoyable! District Plan which will have a dwelling is situated 2011. Membership gives you access to over 20 events a signifi cant impact on both rural and • signifi cant restrictions to be If you own land that may be affected year, including: residential subdivision. imposed on the use of Transferable by these proposed changes, you can Gallie Miles BUSINESS AT TEN Development Rights (“TDR’s”) preserve your entitlement by having a Connect once a month with other business people The proposed changes include: subdivision consent issued before the resulting in TDR’s only being able at this information sharing event. Hear from an Draft Plan is notifi ed. 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TC270111CT10 (RIGHT) LOST LOGS: The scene after a logging trailer lost its load and rolled when the driver had to avoid an oncoming vehicle. Warning wet weekend may THE SHOP WITH WITH swell rivers

Environment Waikato is urging regional residents to be prepared for a wet long weekend after a NO NAME new MetService heavy rainfall watch announcement for the northern half of the North island. At this stage, it’s expected between 50 milli- YET! metres and 100 mm of rainfall could fall across the region at the weekend. While not as much as that which fell last weekend, any new heavy rain will fall on already soaked catchments and contribute to further swelling of already high rivers, says EW emergency management officer Adam Munro. “The MetService watch announcement is likely to be upgraded to a full warning tomorrow as predicted rainfall totals become clearer. The approaching low system is related to Cyclone Wilma, which is currently moving south from the tropics towards New Zealand. “For now we urge people to take the prospect of heavy rain into account in their planning for this weekend, and to be aware of the potential for surface flooding and even higher river levels. There could also be strong winds associated with this weather event.” EW’s flood management team was stood down at the beginning of the week and is currently in monitoring mode. However, Mr Munro says it will be reactivated as necessary as the situation warrants. Generator scam REBRANDING In a case of buyer beware Police are warning if it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Senior Sergeant Dave Simes of the Te Awamutu Police, says that three Irish ‘tourists’ are travelling through the central North Island selling faulty generators, with definite attempts to sell in the Te Awamutu area. The generators have been sold as new, fully STOCK functional equipment but when the buyers tried out their new bargains they found they had been duped. The trio are believed to be connected to a previous group of Irish travellers who arrived in New Zealand in 2008 and did exactly the same thing, leading to complaints being made to and CLEARANCE investigated by Police. In the country on visitor permits Police have not been able to charge the men but wish to warn people keen on getting a good deal that they may get more than they bargained for. Senior Sergeant Simes warns prospective buyers to be aware of the risks and if approached by these men to phone Police. REDUCED TO CLEAR! And remember, if the deal appears too good to be true — it probably is! Pirongia, Pukeatua rain supreme in wet week

Pirongia and Pukeatua shared the top spot for rainfall over the past week with a whopping 182mm. Pokuru was next with 174mm, followed by Te Awamutu on 162mm, Ngahinapouri on 150mm and Parawera on 142mm. Highest maximum temperature was Te Awamutu’s 32 degrees, followed by Pokuru and 400 ARAWATA STREET, TE AWAMUTU Pukeatua on 30, Parawera on 29, Pirongia on 28 and Ngahinapouri on 25. PHONE 07 871 6269 Lowest minimum temperature was Parawera’s 10 degrees. 7943048AA 8 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 Scrap metal drive likely to be repeated soon

Te Awamutu BMX Club’s stressing about getting rid scrap metal drive late last of.’’ year was so successful plans Mr Ebbett says the club are in the pipeline for is planning to do doing an another one. annual scrap run as they are ‘‘We were overwhelmed sure there is lots more out by the community there. response,’’ says ‘‘I estimate we probably spokesperson Martyn only had 200-250 households Ebbett. participate — out of how ‘‘We collected over 30 many in Te Awamutu? We tonnes of scrap metal from may even do another scrap the town. In general we metal drive in March/April found people were very posi- this year to keep the ball tive towards the cause as rolling.’’ well as the service we were The BMX Club is con- providing — especially the tinuing to fundraise retired folk who had heavy towards new facilities in TC270111SP8 junk that they were Park Road. SCRAP metal collection at Paterangi Road. Planning bright future for Waikato region

A proposed Regional Policy Statement (RPS) recently released for consultation contains new policies for a new era of economic and environ- mental management, says Environment Waikato chairman Peter Buckley. ‘‘Our recent research shows the economy and the environment are top-of-mind issues for Wai- kato people and this proposed RPS takes those concerns very seriously. ‘‘We need to position the Waikato to be economically stronger by protecting what we have and making the most of new opportunities,’’ Cr Buckley says. He says the Waikato region is on the threshold of ground-breaking co-governance arrangements for the Waikato River through a new Crown-iwi body. ‘‘The proposed RPS contains the iwi vision and strategy for protecting the river which will strongly influence the way water and land is used in our region. ‘‘The proposed RPS also suggests ways of better protecting outstanding natural features and landscapes, which are of great value to Waikato people. ‘‘Taken together, the suggested new policies are designed to help the Waikato maximise its economic potential and sustain a high quality environment,’’ Cr Buckley says. The proposed RPS is a far-reaching planning tool that enables the use of natural resources, such as water and land, and allows for the development of roads, infrastructure and buildings in ways that maintain a healthy environment. Under the Resource Management Act, the RPS is required to identify the significant resource management issues for the Waikato region and set out how the regional community will manage resources such as air, biodiversity, coastal environments, freshwater, geothermal resources, landscapes, land and soils in ways that provide for the present without compromising the ability of future generations to provide for their own needs. Key new proposals concerning the economy and environment include: • Taking a smart growth approach to regional development, including stronger direction for land use planning and greater co-ordination of new developments with transport and other infrastructure through sub-regional growth strategies such as Future Proof in the Hamilton basin, the Coromandel Peninsula Blueprint, Taupo District 2050 and the Franklin District Growth Strategy. • Encouraging energy-efficient urban development and the use of community-based renewable energy technologies. • A catchment based approach to managing fresh water quality which takes into account land use near water bodies and is considered the most effective way of making improvements. • Established values for fresh water that should be maintained Specific sites where high water quality should be maintained. • A targeted approach to reducing sediment and microbial contamination of water. • A priority system for allocating water. • The identification of 12 regionally outstanding natural features that will be targeted for special protection, including Lake Taupo, Coromandel sites, Maungatautari, Mt Karioi and Mt Pirongia. • Further restricting vehicle use in sensitive coastal areas. Cr Buckley encourages Waikato residents to make submissions on the proposed RPS. Submissions close on February 28. More information on the proposed RPS is available at www.ew.govt.nz. TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 9 Copper earth wire thieves putting public lives at risk

Waipa Networks and Te Awa- mutu Police are concerned that human life is being put at risk by thieves stealing copper wife that HOT is part of our electricity safety system. ■ Shops that had extended Over the past few days thieves hours prior to Christmas have disconnected and stolen the copper cable used to connect pole ■ National Youth Band transformers with the earth. concert in Te Awamutu ‘‘These cables form an important part in the safe delivery of ■ Popular café now opening electricity to our homes and for evening meals places of work,’’ says Waipa Net- ■ works CEO Ray Milner. Happy smiley, helpful staff ‘‘Every circuit must have a in local shops connection with the earth as insurance against electric shock in the event an appliance fails. NOT ‘‘Without an earth connection ■ People flaunting the the metal parts of a faulty sprinkler ban appliance may become live and cause someone to receive an elec- ■ All our summer rain in one tric shock. In some cases an go electric shock can be fatal. Most of the thefts are taking ■ Flimsy recycling bins that place in rural locations, although get damaged when dropped some have been closer to urban by contractors centres. The thieves cut and steal the ■ Thieves putting us in danger earth wire than runs down the by nicking copper earth wire transformer pole and connect to earth through stakes driven deep into the ground. Properties affected most TEXT: write HOT or NOT then your recently are in the Pirongia, opinion. Send to 021 521 947 Paterangi and Kihikihi areas. Te Awamutu Police want the public to assist them apprehend EMAIL: write HOT or NOT then your the criminals before there is a TC270111DT01 opinion. Send to tragedy. LINE mechanics Graeme Collins (up pole) and Barry Bateman replace stolen earth wires on Arapuni Road. Senior Sergeant David Simes [email protected] says the offenders operate in They will also have a vehicle. signwritten vehicle, that it be earth cable on a transformer pole public, although probably in Police ask that if you see reported immediately with as near them has been damaged or DROP: write HOT or NOT then your areas of low traffic, and may anyone working or acting much detail as possible. stolen can contact Waipa Net- opinion. Drop into our ofﬁ ce disguise themselves in work type suspiciously near Waipa Net- Te Awamutu Police number is works on 872 0745 during business gear, such as high visibility vests, works’ poles or equipment, not 872 0100. hours or on the after hours fault 336 Alexandra Street to appear legitimate. with a Waipa Networks Consumers who believe the line 870 2000.

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NEW LISTING PRICE REDUCED $195,000 $219,000 $229,000 $239,000 $260,000 This is unit is in a great location ,well presented, Want a great rental return? Then this home is a must A nice private unit with some TLC required but Four bedrooms or three and two living on offer here. Guaranteed Rental. Listed $10,000 under C.V. leased to Low maintenance with internal access garaging, see, tidy 3 bedroom on ﬂ at 660sqm section, fully offering great potential! Bring an offer on this you need to view this home to see what could be Housing NZ until at least June 2011. Great investment Priced to sell. Move in today. fenced with garage and a tenant in place. Call Vicki property today! achieved with very little effort. Double garaging and ﬂ at property - 4 bedrooms, brick construction and in quiet View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA110102 today. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101102 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100208 section. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101107 cul-de-sac. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101205 GLENN WALSH - M: 021 925 744 A: 07 870 1831 VICKI LAWRANCE - M: 027 666 1270 A: 07 870 1283 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 VICKI LAWRANCE - M: 027 666 1270 A: 07 870 1283 VICKI LAWRANCE - M: 027 666 1270 A: 07 870 1283

PRICE REDUCED $20,000 REDUCTION NEW LISTING $287,000 Neg. $335,000 $347,000 $349,000 $369,000 This 3 bedroom unit has an offi ce and an internal access Elizabeth Street is a great location, close to amenities and this 3 Located close to town in one of Te Awamutu’s best streets. Character and style, this lovely 3 bedroom home Near new contemporary style home. 3 bedrooms + study. garage. With an open shower and ramp to the front door, it may bedroom sunny home is up for sale. An extra large family room, Positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. 3 bedrooms, north plus extra room downstairs. Pool & Double Master with ensuite and walk in robe. Open plan living suit people who have diffi culty with steps. Very well located two bathrooms and garage workshop make this an attractive facing deck area with lovely views, double garaging on 1217m² garage, on a good family sized section. out to 2 large decking area. Native timber and carpet close to CBD.View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100613 option. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100909 section. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101001 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA091007 fl ooring. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100806 GLENN WALSH - M: 021 925 744 A: 07 870 1831 GLENN WALSH - M: 021 925 744 A: 07 870 1831 WENDY SMEATON - M: 027 275 5655 A: 07 871 4976 GLENN WALSH - M: 021 925 744 A: 07 870 1831 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114

NEW LISTING NEW LISTING NEW LISTING $399,000 $419,000 $449,000 $459,000 $570,000 Beautifully presented and with all the mod cons this low Very good solid family home with gorgeous Fabulous and well loved family home in excellent location. This home is in a top location, with a beautiful aspect overlooking With summer here this home offers the most maintenance home has the added bonus of amazing gardens, salt water pool and room for the kids to It is time for my sellers to move on to the next chapter Pirongia and Kakepuku mountains. There are large living areas, wonderful indoor outdoor ﬂ ow I have seen! Enjoy views. A very good property ﬁ nished to a high standard. go mad – this property is selling well below GV. in their life and they offer this well maintained home for including family room, large lounge and separate dining. the rambling gardens from the decks and patios View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA080911 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101010 genuine sale. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA2947 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA080911 and relax! View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA091106 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 GLENN WALSH - M: 021 925 744 A: 07 870 1831 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 7938234AA TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 13 Comins Kihikihi Rapid Richmond champ Woodville bound Lyn Comins over- came the loss of an early life to win the women’s Top five Grand Prix contender singles championship at Kihikihi Bowling Club. BY ANDY MCGECHAN event, the iconic Wood- forming, young Te Comins had to with- ville Motocross Grand Awamutu rider has tre- stand a late run from Te Awamutu’s Luke Prix on January 28-30. mendous potential for Olga Barnes before Richmond — one of the It’s a party-within-a- the future. Look for him emerging with a 14-11 rising stars of the New party too because the to feature prominently win. Zealand motocross Honda-sponsored in the highly competi- Comins led 9-8 after scene — is a strong Woodville event this tive MX2 class 13 ends, then increased contender for some of year marks it 50th run- attracting 76 entries. her advantage to 13-8 on the MX2 (250cc class) ning, using exactly the Only 40 of these the following two ends. prizemoney at the same piece of turf at the riders will progress Barnes closed the gap Woodville Grand Prix. eastern end of the past the qualifying to 13-11, only to concede The 21-year-old Manawatu Gorge that rounds. Riders will a single on the 18th end covered himself in first hosted the event in then have to be at their when needing three glory finishing seventh 1961. very best to end up with shots herself for victory. last year in atrocious, It’s a festival affair a top 20 finish. Comins beat Noeline muddy conditions. this year with three Richmond is capable Sanders 20-4 (semi- As well as bragging days of activities, the of securing points in final), while Barnes rights, there will be racing itself again offer- every race — he has set drew the bye into the plenty of cash up for ing championship titles his sights on a ‘top five’ final. grabs at the weekend. in many classes, includ- finish. The optional triples The Manawatu- ing mini, junior, senior, Overseas interest is tournament, sponsored Orion Motorcycle Club women, vintage and again high for the event by Guthrie Bowron and is throwing a party and veterans’ categories. with leading riders Comins Contracting, it’s one that’s expected Richmond gets to from Australia, the was won on a countback to be a hot and dirty race on Sunday when a United Kingdom and by the Hamilton City affair, and perhaps just record turnout of Belgium also entered. entry skipped by B. a little bit noisy too. senior riders is Sponsored again by Wilcox with four wins The club celebrates expected, including Blue Wing Honda, the and 23 ends. its 100th anniversary current, former and 50th annual Woodville Te Awamutu’s Bruce this year and will kick perhaps future New motocross also has sup- McGill, Rosemary off 12 months of celebra- Zealand, Australasian port from Kiwi Rider McGill and Betty Gibson PHOTO BY ANDY McGECHAN, BikesportNZ.com tion by again staging and even world cham- magazine, Castrol and were runners-up with TE AWAMUTU’S Luke Richmond (Suzuki RM250), a contender for MX2 class New Zealand’s largest pions. Tararua District Coun- four wins and 22 ends. honours at Woodville on Sunday. stand-alone motocross This solid per- cil.

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NEW LISTING $259,000 $279,000 $295,000 $329,000 $329,000 This Is A Little Beauty! Split level home in an extremely Walk to supermarket from this large 2 bedroom Top Scott Cres position, Own access to stadium velodrome. A Buy a newly renovated home on a huge 1561m² section Prestigious Young Street location. 3 spacious quiet lane. Open plan living, good size kitchen and three townhouse. Conservatory plus ofﬁ ce. Lovely sunny warm brick home that just needs a bit of TLC to unearth with subdivision potential. Large inground concrete pool, bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Very close to town on a bedrooms upstairs. Neat section, double garage and close views. Internal access garage. Top street. its full potential. 3 big double bedrooms and great heating fresh new kitchen, 3 bedrooms plus huge rumpus or 4th compact immaculate section. to town. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101210 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100103 system. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100602 bedroom. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101113 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100114 VICKI LAWRANCE - M: 027 666 1270 A: 07 870 1283 WENDY SMEATON - M: 027 275 5655 A: 07 871 4976 WENDY SMEATON - M: 027 275 5655 A: 07 871 4976 WENDY SMEATON - M: 027 275 5655 A: 07 871 4976 WENDY SMEATON - M: 027 275 5655 A: 07 871 4976

PRICE REDUCED $385,000 $485,000 $595,000 $229,000 $330,000 Need plenty of bedrooms or somewhere to run a home Sunny near new home with the ‘wow’ factor. Privately situated Beyond The Lake. This could be yours. A lifestyle dream. Just imagine Fully renovated 3 bedroom + studio home. Polished wooden fl oors Now for sale as a dwelling with extras buildings! This business? This home is for you! Offering 4 bedrooms, in a top tree lined street close to town. A magnifi cent property - a 4 bedroom Hinuera Stone home overlooking a man made lake, plus near new carpet. Decking area, log fi re, garage and storage property has so many options and a huge sections 2 bathroom s and an outside studio it has so many on 440m² site (own title). Lovely views and professionally surrounded by native trees on a magic 5800m² section. Close to town but sheds. Fully fenced, north facing property with good rural and native that could be further developed - ring for more possibilities. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA090909 landscaped. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100120 in the country. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101108 bush views. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100204 details! View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA090920 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 DALE SMEATON - M: 027 452 6987 A: 07 871 4976 DALE SMEATON - M: 027 452 6987 A: 07 871 4976 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174

NEW LISTING NEW LISTING $369,000 $375,000 + GST $525,000 + GST on land $580,000 $590,000 What a great little lifestyle ! Well elevated home with shedding 10 hectares, 25 acres (STS). Approximately 5 hectares 1.3ha. 3 bedroom redecorated hinuera brick home, conservatory, 2.7 hectares handy to Pirongia. 4 bdrm home, large open plan living MOTIVATED VENDORS. Four bedroom, 2 storey home, galore plus greenhouses. Unfortunate circumstances dictate maize balance good grazing land, hay shed, cattle large paving area, double garage, large high stud lockable 3 bayshed, areas. Native timer ﬂ ooring, step out from lounge to expansive decking step down to lounge area, modern kitchen, large games a sale of a much loved property Ring to view today. yards, good water supply. Motivated vendor. bore water, cattle yards, good rural views. Handy to Paterangi area with good rural bush & river views. Storage shed + workshop. Approx room. Patio area, double garage plus separate double View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA110103 View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TAR090806 School. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TAR070701 6 paddocks. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101208 garage. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100105 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114

$599,000 $699,000 + GST if any $749,000 $950,000 + GST $POA Sensational Views From mount Pirongia. Its all here. Great lifestyle block very handy to town and comfortable commute to Spectacular is the only way to describe this property! The 11 Hectares STS. 5 year old 4 bedrooms home, ensuite, 19HA OHAUPO EQUINE AND GRAZING UNIT. 7 horse boxes + tack rooms, sand training 4 bedroom modern brick home with 4 car garaging Hamilton. Offering 4.5ha and extras such as small milking shed expansive beautiful substantial home is set with a back drop of covented Walk in wardrobe, double garage plus large wool/storage track, sand arena, wash down bay, post/rail fences, lane ways and excellent water all on 1.9357 hectares. Tranquility at its best. 4bedroom home. Inspection is the best way to see just what this property has native bush plus has plenty of grazing land. Must be viewed to be shed, yards, handy to Pukeatua Village. Presently maize and supply. Immaculate 4 bedroom brick & cedar 2 storey home + 2nd dwelling, 3 bedroom View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA100614 to offer. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA2945 appreciated. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101118 grazing. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TA101111 brick home. View at www.harcourts.co.nz ID#TAR090205 DALE SMEATON - M: 027 452 6987 A: 07 871 4976 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 KIRSTIE McGRAIL - M: 027 270 3175 A: 07 870 3174 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 DON PINNY - M: 027 289 5924 A: 07 871 7114 7943068AA 14 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 Rodger breaks cycling race record Pure Black Racing team swells rider numbers to 160 for club event

TC270111CT01 BLACKOUT: New Zealand’s Pure Black Racing team line up for the start of the road race in Te Awamutu on Tuesday night. Te Awamutu Sports Cycling Club riders in the team are Mark Langlands, Scott Creighton (front row, centre of picture) and Shem Rodger (third from right, front row).

BY COLIN THORSEN time of 34.41, eclipsing the old record of 35 Southland, finishing second on the stage international Cycling Union on Monday. minutes set by Matt Gorter. into Gore and second overall in the tour’s The team’s first international appearance New Zealand’s Pure Black Racing team Rodger’s Pure Black Racing team-mates sprint ace. will be a professional criterium in Singapore stamped their authority on Te Awamutu Nick Sutton, Scott Creighton (TA Sports), Rounding out the top 10, in finishing on March 5 — one of the first night cycling Sports Cycling Club’s weekly road race, Roman Van Uden and Daniel Barry placed order, were Hayden McCormick, Henri races in the Asia-Pacific to be fully lit for filling five of the top six placings. third to sixth respectively. Bardoul, Chris Gaze and Brian Hulse. television. The Four Seasons & Cycles sponsored Ex Te Awamutu rider Bevan Mason, Te Awamutu Sports’ third member of the Tim Gudsell, Mike Northey, Roman Van 26km elite race from Bank Street, out-and- based in Townsville, Queensland for the past Pure Black Racing team, Mark Langlands, Uden and Shem Rodger will represent Pure back around Kakepuku Mountain, was won three years, was second home — preventing placed 12th out of the 27-strong field. Black at the event. in record time by the host club’s Shem a total ‘black out’ of the major placings. The Pure Black team are a step closer to Pure Black Racing are involved in a team Rodger. Mason has just signed for the profes- their dream of one day racing in the Tour de building camp at Karapiro this week. Team The current national points race cham- sional Swift Racing team in Australia. He France after their application for Continen- trainer is Te Awamutu Sports’ Graham pion outsprinted the star-studded field in a made his mark in last year’s Tour of tal racing team status was approved by the Bunn. Yoon shoots 71 Officer wins nail-biter Apt golf win at Te Awamutu Janet Officer pipped Betty Wal- era team won the open tournament, for Barclay lace 21-20 in an epic final to the sponsored by Farmers Mutual women’s open singles championship Group, on a countback with four Alba Yoon shot a Sonny Kanawa 69. at Te Awamutu Bowling Club. wins and a plus 48 points differential. It was somewhat fitting that Murray Barclay brilliant one-over-par 71 The stableford was The lead changed hands many Runners-up, with four wins and should fare best with 25 stableford in Pirongia Golf in the open midweek won by Steve Kim with times in the absorbing first to 21 plus 23, were W. Winter’s team from Club’s twilight tournament sponsored by Te Awa- tournament at ASB Te 40 points, from Ross Sig- points contest, keeping spectators on Cambridge Central. mutu Courier. Awamutu Golf Club. nal 37. Sylvia Gooch was the edges of their seats throughout 25 The third team to emerge with a Barclay is an ex employee of the newspaper. The 7.4 handicapper’s best of the ladies, by lot, ends. maximum four wins, skipped by N. Other stand out players were Simon Gibson with round was laced with with 32. Gibson could sniff victory leading Randel, had to settle for third place 24 points and Christine Grant 19. five birdies, offset by Best of the Vets were 20-17 but Officer finished the with plus 17. Ladies: C. Grant 19, N. Nelson, D. Goile, H. Major two double bogeys and Norm Brown with 40 stronger, securing a single on the John Holt’s Otorohanga team 17, E. Campbell, S. Davies, I. Gray 16. three bogeys. stableford, Trevor 24th end and a title winning three on were fourth with three wins and plus Men, front nine: S. Gibson 24, C. Campbell 23, A. Yoon, who joined the Fleming 38, Lou Marty, end 25. 10. Smith 22, C. Coles, D. Wheeler, J. Mortland, J. club at the beginning of Vic Smart 37, Don Arm- The semi-finals saw Officer oust Best performed local team com- Kraayvanger 21, M. Caie, C. Miezenbeek 20. the 2008 season, won the strong 36 and Les Com- Margaret Littlewood 21-14, while prising Jim Allen, Chris Tait and Men, back nine: M. Barclay 25, H. Oosterman 21, net with 64, from Kelly mon, Colin Moore, Bill Gibson eliminated Merle Wyllie 21-5. Louise Hohaia finished with three G. Bowman, R. Davies, R. Coleman, J. Warburton, R. Oxenham on 68 and Bain 35. The Ross McGrail skipped Hinu- wins and plus one. Stokes 18, M. Walter 17.

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The public have asked for it – so we have built it! TC270111SP16 VOLLEYBALL action at Pirongia Park. Players from left are Ang Mason, Steve Early, Kane Mason, Chris Exciting New Show Home Keech and Dot Carr. New champions were crowned year’s champions Pete’s Auto had Highlight of the game saw in both the touch and beach lost their round robin match to stalwart Mike Thackray intercept with INNOVATIVE volleyball competitions at fellow finalists Macs Meats, but on his own 22m and outpace the Pirongia. were restored to full strength for chasers on a 60m run to the line. After another action packed 10 the final. Junior co-ordinator, Malcolm features throughout week competition, Old School just The game swung in the bal- Ellis says he was delighted to see pipped Team B’Dussy for the ance throughout. It was only a up to 150 boys and girls turning up touch title. mid, second half surge by Macs for touch. OPEN SUNDAYS FROM 12.00pm - 3.00pm Perennial semi-final, and final- Meats that saw them gain a seven Pirongia is staging a touch- ists, Team B’Dussy fought a series point lead and hold on for a 36-32 volleyball-netball fiesta day on OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 11am - 3.00pm of tight tussles over the competi- victory. Saturday, February 12, catering tion to again be playing off for the Team captain Brian Johnson for teams of six males and six 133 Meddings Crescent, Te Awamutu major prize. was ecstatic with the victory, females. (off Mountain view drive, please follow signs) Team B’Dussy captain Marcus promising Macs Meats would be Each game will be 6-aside. Paterson thought he had back to defend their title next Teams will get to play five recruited a couple of new stars to year. touch games, five volleyball take his team to victory, but Earlier in the evening a team games and five netball games in Kawhia based Old School had of veteran Pirongia Old Boys took what promises to be a full on day. looked to be the team to beat over on the year seven and eight Entry is $200 per team and the season, chalking up a series of players in an entertaining game cash prizes will be awarded. To convincing victories. to mark the end of the junior enter phone TeOti 0274 998 005 or In the beach volleyball, last touch season. Johnno 021 133 5154.

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The future stars of New Zealand motor- for Titanic sport will be the focus of this Sunday’s meeting at McDonald’s Kihikihi Speedway. Greg Maxted reports a 60 strong line-up is expected for the annual Timmo’s ITM cricket clash Youth Ministock Stampede. Youth ministocks are, as their name suggests, a youth division of speedway The first big name for next month’s Titans aimed at those between 12 and 16 years of International Twenty20 has been penned in with the age. announcement that former Black Caps skipper The cars look similar to a normal Stephen Fleming will captain the Samsung NZCPA stockcar but are smaller and powered Masters XI against their Australian rivals. predominantly by Datsun 1200’s and the Organisers confirmed Fleming, Craig McMillan like. and Bryan Young for the February 25 spectacle at Although the cars have bumpers, con- Hamilton’s Seddon Park, where the New Zealand tact is not allowed. side will take on the ACA Masters XI in a trans- The class, first introduced in the late Tasman Twenty20 showdown. 1990s, has become one of the biggest in New Further star signings are expected to follow over Zealand Speedway — producing many of the next fortnight. the mega stars competing in the adult New Zealand’s highest-capped test and one-day divisions today. Current midget 3NZ international player, Stephen Fleming captained Michael Brunt and former minisprint the Black Caps in all forms of the game for a decade. champion Brian Edwards are prime With 98 wins from 218 matches, he holds the record examples. as the most successful captain in New Zealand Maxted says Kihikihi’s Ministock Stam- international cricket history and, with a test batting pede is one of the oldest annual events run average over 40, was also one of our most successful for the class. batsmen when he retired from the Black Caps in ‘‘In the absence of any official Speedway 2008. New Zealand Championships, the event has The Titans International Twenty20 is a return to become part of an unofficial grand slam — where it all began for Fleming, having made his one of those handful of events that every New Zealand and test debut at Seddon Park as a driver has marked down as one they want 20-year-old in 1994. to win.’’ Craig McMillan played many of his 55 tests and Local drivers have traditionally faired 197 one-day-internationals alongside Fleming as a pretty well in this event and Maxted is dynamic middle order batsman renowned for his tipping them to once again put in a ability to score quickly. competitive showing against the visiting TC270111SP17 Some of McMillan’s most memorable innings drivers. READY to rumble: First year ministock driver 7K Ashleigh Muir gearing up for this were at Seddon Park, with a match-winning one-day First year driver 7K Ashleigh Muir has Sunday’s Stampede at McDonald’s Kihikihi Speedway. century in a 2007 Chappell-Hadlee Trophy match improved steadily throughout the season not unlike the type of innings we now see in and is focussed on delivering a strong some of the best in the game, including Bayley has had much track time at Kihikihi Twenty20 cricket. performance on Sunday. Auckland champion Bryce Dibley and but are expected to be strong contenders for Bryan Young played many matches at Seddon Fellow rookie’s 5K Dylan Davenport, Tauranga’s 8M Marc Dunne. the Stampede title. Park as Northern Districts’ long-time 12K Blair Pussell and 18K Caleb Hayes have Both of these drivers have made visits to The 60 strong line-up will also include wicketkeeper/batsman before successfully also impressed. They will relish the pros- Kihikihi already this season, leaving last- visitors from Huntly, Rotorua, Stratford reinventing himself as an opening batsman late in pect of racing in the most competitive field ing impressions after consistently and Wanganui. his career. Young went on to play 34 tests and 74 they will have encountered in their careers finishing inside the top four in every race A bumper field is also expected to one-day internationals for the Black Caps with his to date. they contested. contest the King Country production best innings a match-winning century against In contrast, their more experienced club Making the trek north will be saloon championship. Pakistan in 1994. He scored a second double century mate 73K Ella Edwards has raced in fields Wellington’s 59W Jayden Musgrove and There will also be supporting classes of against Sri Lanka in 1997. of this calibre many times. Look for a Hawkes Bay’s Max Bayley, who have both saloons and stockcars, along with a guest Tickets to the Titans International Twenty20 strong showing from this talented up-and- been in ominously good form this season at appearance by Kihikihi Kings Superstocks match go on sale in early February with negotia- comer this weekend. their respective home tracks. Team preparing for the national teams tions also underway to televise the trans-Tasman The host club drivers will be up against Maxted says neither Musgrove or championship in Palmerston North. spectacle.

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FORMAL Church Services Tuition Public Notices PRESBYTERIAN BONE CHINA PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 80 Mutu Street MOSAIC Classes, begin FREE NIGHT Section 9(4) Section 41(3) NOTICES Sunday, January 31 February 2 and 3. Phone (for your ﬁ rst class) Sale of Liquor Act 1989 Sale of Liquor Act 1989 6270385AA "Julian Batchelor tutor; 871-7278. (Evangelist) will be ENGLISH teacher, Learn to dance with other Torah Ltd has made The Mill Liquorsave, Engagements Deaths sharing with us" Cambridge TOEFL, beginners. application to the District Private Bag 2057, 10.00am Beginners to First STROHMENGER - GREEN Lighthouse: [Creche facilities] Certificate, Student You don’t need a partner! Licensing Agency at New Plymouth, BIDDISS Edna Elizabeth. Support. Phone (021) All Welcome Classes starting this Monday, Waipa District Council private company Tony and Colleen On January 23, 2011, 292-2716. for the grant of an On Strohmenger together peacefully at www.teawamutu.net/standrews 7.15pm has made application to Licence in respect of with Carol and the late Tamahere Eventide Public Notices Chapel Drive the District Licensing Douglas Biddiss are Home surrounded by the premises situated Lost and Found Te Awamutu All Welcome Agency at Te Awamutu delighted to announce family, in her 80th 7945448AA at 32 Arawata Street, Te FOUND, female adult ALCOHOLICS the engagement of year. Precious sister of William & Tina Karl: (07) 823 6089 Awamutu known as The for the grant of an Off- Beau and Rebekah. Rita Moir and Nita fluffy cat, mainly white with spots of tabby, very ANONYMOUS www.addictiondance.co.nz License in respect of Congratulations and Bedford, sister-in-law If you want to Pioneer. best wishes for a very of Rex Bedford and friendly, Wharepuhunga the premises situated Road area. Phone drink that’s The general nature of happy future together. loved aunt of her your business at 121 Sloane Street, Te nieces and nephews. 871-1884. the business conducted Forever in our hearts. IF YOU WANT (or to be conducted) Awamutu known as The Anniversaries Personal TO STOP, under the licence is (or Mill. MELROSE, AFTER abortion stress? THAT’S OURS is intended to be) bar The general nature of the DIAMOND WEDDING Ring Pregnancy John David (Jack). Phone 871-4072 and restaurant. [NZ Army WWII 21 Bttn Counselling Services or 870-3463 LAST DAY FOR RATES business conducted (or KAY - WYLLIE 0800 773 4626 anytime. Regt No 454987] The Otorohanga District Council reminds Ratepayers The days on which and to be conducted) under Andrew and Jeannette MEDITATION, 20 minutes CHURCHILLS now open were married On Tuesday, January that Friday, January 28, 2011 is the last day for the hours during which the licence is Liquor 25, 2011, peacefully at a week can change your for dinner! Tuesday to liquor is (or is intended at the Kihikihi view of life, free Saturday, bookings payment of the second instalment of the 2010/11 Store. San Michele Hospital to be) sold under the Presbyterian Church with loved ones at his instructions. Contact preferred. Phone rates without incurring the 10% penalty. The days on which and on January 27, 1951. side, in his 90th year. (021) 0273-7164. 871-8830. DC Clibbery licence are: Monday the hours during which Loved husband of the 7941292AA Chief Executive to Friday, 11.00am - the liquor is (or intended With love from late Muriel. Dearly Sports Notices 2.00 am and Saturday the family. loved father and www.otodc.govt.nz to be) sold under the father-in-law of Mary and Sunday 9.00am to licence are: Monday Melrose, Diane and 2.00am. to Sunday, 8.00am -

7945290AA LEARN SEQUENCE DANCING John Hopcroft, Colin The application may 11.00pm. and Lisa Melrose, and FOUR FREE LESSONS DURING FEBRUARY be inspected during Sue and Gary Oppert. Commencing Monday, February 7 at The application may 7945586AA Much loved Garti to ordinary offi ce hours at be inspected during his ten grandchildren Girl Guide Hall, Kakamutu Road, Otorohanga KIHIKIHI SENIOR the offi ce of the Waipa ordinary offi ce hours at and six great from 7.30pm-9.00pm District Council, District grandchildren. RUGBY MUSTER the offi ce of the Waipa A service for Jack will Licensing Agency, Bank January 29, 2011 at TIME TO GET SOCIAL DANCING - District Council, District be held at Te Awamutu FIT GUYS!! experienced dancers. Street, Te Awamutu. Acknowledgements RSA Clubrooms, 381 12.00pm Help from Licensing Agency, Bank Any person who is DAVIES Alexandra Street, Te Head Coach : Training and barbecue Why not give it a go! Street, Te Awamutu. Richard John. Awamutu on Tuesday, Shane Crutchley Tuesday, February 1 Organised by Otorohanga family dance entitled to object and who Richard’s family wish February 1 at 11.00am wishes to object to the Any person who is

7916742AA 7.00pm at to express their followed by a private Enquiries : Anita and Alan Stock entitled to object and who Contact Pirongia Fields grant of application may, deepest gratitude to all cremation. Donations (07) 873-8679 or in Te Awamutu wishes to object to the to the Heart (021) 0239-3009 / not later than 10 working those who have so Graham and Val Denton (07) 871-7095 7945121AA days after the date of the grant of application may, lovingly extended Foundation will be 871-2866 All As, Bs and U19s their sympathy and appreciated and may fi rst publication of the not later than 10 working support since his be left at the service. Korakonui School notice, of the application days after the date of passing. For the The family would like OLD & NEW in a newspaper in the fi rst publication of beautiful floral to express their thanks MEMBERS Tuesday, February 1 - Teacher Only Day tributes, cards, to staff at San Michele. WELCOME Wednesday, February 2 - Term 1 commences accordance with the Act, notice of the application prayers, phone calls, All communications to Buses will run at the normal times from February 2 fi le a notice in writing of in a newspaper in visits and gifts of food, the Melrose family, c/- the objection with the we are truly grateful. PO Box 137, Te Senior Netball Trials from Yr 9 - Premier accordance with the Act, Korakonui School offi ce will be open on Secretary of the District To those who attended Awamutu please.— Tuesday, February 1 from 9.00am-3.00pm fi le a notice in writing of Richard’s memorial Te Awamutu Funeral Tuesday, February 15 and Licensing Agency and the objection with The Services FDANZ. for new enrolments service and Wednesday, February 16 - 5.30pm start Waipa District Council, Secretary of the District thoughtfully shared Stationery lists are available from Private Bag 2402, Te Licensing Agency, at their memories and MEET & GREET - with preregistration at the Paper Plus Te Awamutu or the school offi ce. offered messages of In Memoriam Awamutu whether it Waipa District Council, Netball Club 6.00pm-7.00pm is the fi rst or second encouragement, our LOOMANS Phone (07) 872-2762 Fax (07) 872-2763 Private Bag 2402, Te deepest thanks. The Laurentius Antonius Contact: publication of the notice. kindness we continue Email : offi [email protected] Awamutu 3840. (Lou). Janeen Kaihe Tracey Parker 7945268AA This is the second to receive sustain us It has been a year This is the second daily and are a great since we have seen 871-9606 / (021) 238-6356 or 870-3024 /(027) 777-8964 publication of this notice. publication of this notice. source of comfort. 7933390AA 7933379AA you. We still love you 7945702AA ST JOHN’S NEW Please accept this as a as much as when you CHILDREN’S heartfelt personal were here with us. We Waitomo Golf & acknowledgement. CHURCH all miss you dad. PILATES PLUS Christa, Andrew and Country Club + RANDALL Merle. Commencing Sunday, February 13 at 10.00am in Come and fi nd John. open anniversary day St John’s Church lounge. Children of all ages are “LOOK AFTER YOUR BODY. Joanne and family golf tournament out why so many IT’S THE ONLY ONE would like to sincerely LOOMANS very welcome to come and enjoy games, stories, thank everyone for Richard Ian. plays, music and morning tea. people from all It has been one whole monday, january 31 YOU’VE GOT” their love and support 18 and 9 holes walks of life swear at the time of our loss year. We miss the If transport is a problem, please phone by PILATES to Topsey Mason of a great husband and things we did together. report by 9.30am for BsC Hons Physiotherapy the offi ce on 871-5568. 7945148AA father. The flowers, We still hold you dear 10.00am shot-gun start keep themselves cards and baking were in our hearts. We all 7945633AA in top form. Ph 871 9240 really appreciated. miss you our dear 9 holes start at 12.00 noon or 021 0245-7612 Please accept this as a brother and son. $20 entry - all welcome 70th AWAROA special thank you from Christa, Andrew and at HauturuHauturu Mum. inquiries to club captain Saturday us. phone 027-236-4687 SPORTS Open 7 days March 55 8am-5pm PICK YOUR OWN Funeral Directors Advert kindly sponsored by Ingham Mitsubishi Otorohanga Eftpos available BLUEBERRIES TE AWAMUTU SPORTS RUGBY CLUB It’s that time again. FUN DAY OUT At $8.50/kg picking your own is RUGBY TRAINING a fun and cheap way to get your For all Senior Grades CHOPPING 7876294AA blueberries. First event 10.00am Our summer cafe is open - light Starts Wednesday, February 2, Enquiries to Peter Burgess 871-0710 meals, refreshments or real fruit Te Awamutu 6.15pm sharp HORSE EVENTS www.blueberry.co.nz ice cream or frozen yogurt - YUM! Funeral Services Also all welcome to: Open Ring/Novice-Intermediate Ring 397 JARY ROAD, OHAUPO Tuesday, Fitness work with Club Trainer First event 9.30am Ph (07) 823-6923 for info or directions Enquiries to Fiona Scott 871-0780 570 ALEXANDRA STREET, TE AWAMUTU Tony Thomson, Albert Park 6.30pm ATHLETIC EVENTS 7945094AA Alexandra House Catering Apologies to: Awaroa Mile TERM 1 Senior A - John Gooding (021) 791-549 OGA & all Monumental Needs Children’s Age Races Tuesday, February 8 Offi ce, Chapel and Reception Lounge Senior B - Zeon Tapu (021) 125-6298 NOVELTY EVENTS Y Senior Reserves Div 3 Stags - For children and adults 7.00pm-8.30pm For compassionate and caring service call Chris Bowman (027) 322-2875 - young or old Wednesday, February 9 Garth & Lynette Williams Under 21s - Michael Earwater (027) 281-8931 HANGI (LUNCH) / FOOD BOOTH 5.30pm-7.00pm

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Wanted to Rent Phone Lance CLASSES RESUMING ROOM available for rent (027) 663-2552 at 477 Alexandra Street, SMALL flat/bedsit or MONDAY FEB 7TH KIHIKIHI professional or business similar wanted in Te 18 LYON STREET purposes, 3.7 x 4.9m. Call Awamutu or close by for FENCING Enrolments for Not before 8.00am, Riette on (07) 957-0521 in 18 year old male. Phone NEW and repair, yards, Adult Classes Ballet from 3½ years postponed if wet. business hours. (07) 873-0885. electric, also casual farm Tap and TO VISIT VISITED work. Phone Thomas Tap, Jazz - 5 years ❏❏ SAFE ‘N’ SOUND Computer Services 871-1561. Hip Hop/ STORAGE Hip Hop - 8 years PC PROBLEMS? 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Phone 871-3458. or visit (021) 617-349. new and used tyres in Te • Concete products with built-in canopy, SHARE flatting, master 870-2266. THREE bedroom house, www.AssetFinance.co.nz FIREWOOD split gum, $75 Awamutu. Phone Tyre $5000, 558 Bank Street. bedroom with ensuite heatpump, garage, 7929658AA available • 3 and Tune Centre Ltd, per m . Phone (027) available, suit single ROOMS TO RENT fenced, $300 p/wk. Phone Gardening & 871-3267. • 4WD unit • 375-7225. person or couple. Phone (027) 589-6416. Landscaping GUM mix 4m3 load, Ross (021) 259-3498. THREE bedroom tidy • Bob Cat 4 Hire • delivered $300. Phone (07) WANTED house, fenced, garage, 823-6712. WOF 4x4 Tractor To Let Hiskens Place, $250 If It’s a hole we’ll drill it! TYRE and Tune Centre, p/wk. Phone (027) for boat 13 McAndrew Street, 495-8087. 21 Bond Road, now three bedrooms, ensuite, OWNER / OPERATOR: Grazing THREE bedroom, two issuing WOFs for cars, Phone double garage, fenced, PHONE GRAZING available for trailers, wheel alignment bathrooms, double (07) 864-8702 $320 p/wk. Phone (027) Portable, insulated, garage, fully fenced, pets dairy weiners and or and exhausts. Phone 589-6416. STEVE COLSON carry over cows. Phone 871-3267. 7916721AA power, carpet, curtains ok, $320 p/wk. Phone AN executive type to Various sizes available (021) 669-870. (0508) HOLES DUG Wayne (07) 873-1519. share monster house; Pets Immediate delivery TIDY two bedroom unit in (0508) 465 373 double bedroom, Cambridge Road, garage, Livestock & Poultry DALMATION, free to new includes MySky, Ph/txt (027) 458-2904 $230 p/wk. Phone (027) home, genuine reason. internet, landline, power, 589-6416. RJ MILLING extra living room, $200. 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Enjoy the beauty of tiles done “Call your local Jim - by your professional tiler The best More than just mowing” Rose Pruning Replanting High quality corner for Garden Resurrection Garden Maintenance Lawnmowing Gardening Hedges workmanship picking up Garden Grooming Hedge Trimming Pruning Rubbish Removal Talk to the experts ~ Reasonable Rates Clean Ups Gutter Clearing over 20 years Comprehensive Insurance Cover experience business! Phone Tess & Graham Smith Work Guaranteed Phone: (07) 872-2853 PHONE (0800) 454-6546 Frank Holz Floor & Wall Tiling Mobile (027) 238-2517 www.jims.co.nz 271TC202/06 PH 870-3500 - MOB 021 220 0533 22 TE AWAMUTU COURIER, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2011 Trade Services Employment Vacancies LAWN mowing, Jim’s PERMANENT Mowing, honest, reliable, friendly service. For all DRIVER your property maintenance required for night shift. requirements call (0800) Class 5-F endorsement 454-6546. Fully insured, needed. References, good same day service. presentation and reliable. Semi and trailer loading experience required. Phone (027) 546-3636 architectural design afternoons. 7940537AA Phone Geoff to help Farm Employment

you design your new 7447AA 88 home or alterations. 7 RELIEF milkers P 871-7188 available, references available. Phone (027) PLASTERER, supply, fix 375-7225. and stop plasterboard, cove cornice and square Employment Wanted stop, quality workmanship. Phone Ian (021) CLEANING lady 229-7748. available, long term, honest, hard working, experienced, references, BOBCAT $15 p/hour. Phone (027) 695-0248. Owner erat DOMESTIC cleaner - Op or Need to keep up with Trevor weekly cleaning? Odd jobs, also mends clothes. Peters Phone (021) 292-2716. 027 515 6519 KNAPSACK spraying Trade Services Market Days gang available. Phone 07 871 1971 Brett (027) 375-7225. Rosetown Bobcat Ltd 6151460AA-08-04-17 Qualifi ed Builder MARKET Holiday Due to continued business growth Gibson Rural SLATES HANDYMAN COUNCIL CARPARK Accommodation Ltd, based in Te Awamutu, is looking to recruit a Road Pavement Stabilisation Foreman SERVICES This Saturday FIJI, Maloloolailai suitably experienced, qualifi ed carpenter for rural, Due to the increase in workload Strada are seeking an Lagoon Resort, beach Lichen Phone Phyllis : 871-4811 residential, and commercial projects in the Waikato experienced pavement stabilisation foreman with a proven or Carol : 871-6198 front bure sleeps four, ROOFS June 11-18, $800 for week. Roof region. track record. sprayed for MOSS, ALGAE, Phone 871-6596. Treatment We are specifi cally in search of an EXPERIENCED This position will be based from our yard in Te Awamutu. on a standard house (250m²) LICHEN TREATMENT TWO bedroom bach at QUALIFIED BUILDER who is motivated, enthusiastic, ADVERTISING Papamoa, right across $195 incl (average house) Renumeration and conditions will be in line with the only and willing to work in a leadership role. Unsupervised candidates experience and track record. is a great way to from beach, five minute comes with a “$180” incl at times you will need to take responsibility for your inform your walk to Fashion Island two year warranty! FREE actions and lead our apprentices. Please apply with details to: customers/client and supermarkets, sleeps inside gutter clean about your business. six, available from

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7427958AA years). • Gutter Cleaning (027) 476-3347 nights. Phone/text (027) Te Awamutu Courier 270-8180 for more • Roof Maintenance or 871-7389 Please include the following information in your Phone 871-5151 7945223AA information. • Residential/Commercial application: Properties 1106 • relevant qualiﬁ cations; 7940505AA Phone Steve Slater • references; 021 069 9495 • years of building experience and type (eg. RENTAL commercial/residential, etc); and WESTGATE • current employment status PLUMBING CENTRAL Applications close on Friday, January 28, 2011. For all your Have you got a Please email your CV and application to Blair at plumbing [email protected] or call Blair on (021) REQUIREMENTS house to let? Mark: (021) 0260-4486 Phone us today! 383-689 to discuss. Kevin:(027)499-6181 Te Awamutu Courier A/H: 871-6687 871-5151

7332672AA VOLUNTEER WILLIE LORD CO-ORDINATOR Concrete Placers Ltd FOR HEALTH SHUTTLE WANTED 021 5576 76 • Driveways The Trustees of the Te Awamutu Community Health • Rural - feedpads, silage etc Transport Trust call for applications for the voluntary • House fl oors Offi ce 870 5177 All concrete works position of a Co-ordinator of the Health Shuttle Fax 870 5277 service. For TV Repairs & Tuning Initially this person will be responsible for assisting • TV Aerial Installations & Extensions • with the setting up the administration of this service • Satellite Dish Installation • in conjunction with the Trust and then be responsible • Stereo Repairs • for the smooth running of the service. They will have to show skills in managing volunteers and servicing 7539416AA WESTEND ELECTRONICS Phone 871-5193 clients; be fl exible with their time; have some fi nancial Crossword 1105 Solutions Page 23 Since 1990 and clerical skills and be able to report regularly to Trustees. For all your plumbing and heating requirements talk to the firm that has been serving Te Awamutu since 1949. Applications should be made in writing (or email) to: SINGLETON and HANSEN SERVICES The Chairperson PJ’s CONCRETE Katherine O’Regan 7844674AA FOR QUALITY CONCRETE PLACING Te Awamutu Community Health Trust PLUMBING LTD Phone for a free quote 1856 Rewi Street 129 MARKET STREET, TE AWAMUTU • PH (07) 871 7099 • FAX (07) 871 8435

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