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RDA Fundraiser The Te Awamutu Riding for the Disabled group are holding their annual open day and fundraiser this Saturday at the Kihikihi Domain. There will be pony rides and a sausage sizzle. Gates open from 9.30am, access is via Grey St and cash is required. Any enquiries can be made Farmers and tradies via 021 153 9395. turned out in large numbers in Te Awamutu last Friday to protest Pirongia Restoration against the growing number Society AGM of government regulations relating to The recent Titipounamu/ diesel powered vehicles. Following a Rifleman translocation will be lap of town, the protesters convoyed to the keynote address at O¯ torohanga. See main story on Page 2 of Pirongia Te Aroaro o¯Kahu today’s edition of Driven, inside today. Restoration Society’s AGM Photo / Tania King. tonight at the Pirongia Community Centre Chapel from 8.00pm. Ecologists Dave Bryden and Amanda Rogers will be COVID vaccination centre set to open speaking about the translocation. They led the rom building projects to “The centre will be by appointment of options for Groups 3 and 4 resi- eventually be housed in this building. fieldwork and they also have building immunity, the for- only, with the first vaccinations for dents in Te Awamutu to receive their To date, almost 100,000 immense experience working mer Bunnings site in Te Awa- Group 3 set to begin in early August, COVID-19 vaccinations, including vaccinations have been administered with other native birds. mutu is about to take on a once we have fitted out the building,” community vaccination centres, mo- to the people of Waikato. All are welcome to attend. For newF life as a COVID-19 vaccination she said. bile clinics, and some GP practices Those in Group 3, which includes further information please centre. “We are looking to have around 25 and pharmacies. people aged 65 and over, those with contact Clare St Pierre, 027 324 The building, now owned by staff located at the centre in Te Awa- “We have been working closely underlying health conditions, people 8195. Waipa¯District Council, will be leased mutu, but this will depend on vacci- with the general practices and with disabilities, and pregnant by Waikato DHB to carry out its nation bookings.” pharmacies in Te Awamutu and are women, are now receiving their vaccination programme for residents Within Waikato there are oper- looking forward to supporting them invitations to book their vaccination Pirongia Podiatry between August and December. ational community vaccination to start vaccinating in the next couple appointments via the national Book There is a new monthly Maree Munro, Waikato’s COVID-19 centres in Hamilton, Thames, Te Kuiti of weeks,” she said. My Vaccine system. podiatry service in Pirongia at vaccine programme lead, said at full and Taumarunui. Waipa¯ District Council business Group 4 (the general population) St Saviour's Church on the first capacity the Bunnings site in Te Awa- Alongside Te Awamutu, additional support group manager Ken Morris starts on 28 July. Friday of every month. Ring mutu will be able to vaccinate around community vaccination centres will said the agreement put a temporarily This is a big group so vaccinations 0274242442 to book an 200-250 people a day. be established in Morrinsville, Mata- empty space to good use. will be done in age bands, starting appointment. Days and hours are still to be mata, Cambridge and Tokoroa, and “It’s great we have found a tempor- with people aged over 60 years. Home visits in Pirongia are confirmed, but it would likely cover will be operational from next week ary use for this space while we are More details will be publicised in also available. Tuesday through to Saturday from to early August. in the planning stages of Te Ara Wai newspapers, television and radio 9am – 4pm. Maree said there would be a range — a purpose-built museum which will channels from this coming weekend.

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Play brings insights Joseph sings of being promised a “Land of times ahead. In recent months I’ve had the wonderful our own”, which played out not only in the The response on the LTP clearly showed that privilege of joining the cast of the TALOS Exodus from Egypt back to Canaan, but through council decided what they wanted, no surprise Circulated free to over 14,000 homes in production Joseph and the Amazing other persecution including the modern WWII there. Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. Technicolour Dreamcoat. Holocaust (“give me a number instead of my What bothers me and should bother all is The show is full of colour and interesting name”) to the miraculous establishment of the that council is going to sell $11 million worth CIRCULATION 14,180* music, and the culture of the cast, led by Donna physical nation of Israel; of assets to pay for the Memorial Park and Lake Higham has been very supportive and friendly. When Joseph was reunited with his brothers Te Ko Utu. PHONE: 07 871 5151 Along the way I’ve had some interesting he must have had to work through some major Quote: ” The assets that will be sold to fund POSTAL ADDRESS: insights that have come during weekly forgiveness issues. The emotions were very the project have not been established yet. 97 Sloane Street, PO Box 1, consideration of Joseph’s life. raw. Funnily enough the last line of the song Council is currently developing a property Te Awamutu 3840 Being “up close” to the story and “in One More Angel “If he had not laid down his strategy and anticipates this will inform the sale character” has greatly enriched my previously life we all would now be dead” was being played of assets.” OFFICE HOURS: moderate understanding and encouraged my out. In a similar vein we have experienced the What I would like to know is the following: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm faith walk as I’ve done a bit more background sacrifice and forgiveness of Christ; What assets are there to be sold? Closed Public Holidays study. In some mind bending way which I’m still Where did the money come from to acquire DELIVERY QUERIES: 0800 111 200 The big underlying pattern stated in the Bible grappling with, Joseph is still alive and in some these assets? book of Genesis was that “God was with Joseph”. sort of conversation with Jesus and other How long have these assets been in council’s EDITORIAL This enabled him to interpret dreams in people of faith (Matthew 17). There is a chance (or should I say “ratepayers” possession?) Dean Taylor (Editor) prison and he was very up front that it is not we will get to meet him and others in an amazing Why have these assets been bought in the his ability but God’s inspiration that made this heavenly after party. first place? Council’s core services certainly Ext: 67705 0274 819951 possible. I’m not sure whether Joseph will be wearing should not include buying and selling property? [email protected] Earlier, when stalked/tempted by Potiphar’s his coat, but there will be a lot of time to work If these assets have been in the books for Caitlan Johnston Ext: 67710 wife he was clear that the sin of giving in would the room and find out! a while, why were they not looked at to sell [email protected] primarily be against God. Richard Tiddy earlier to offset rates? Jesse Wood Ext: 67713 At the end of the story he tells the brothers I believe that if council has (on our behalf) [email protected] that what was intended for evil God has used Buying off councils $11 million of assets to be sold that the SPORT for good. So, the Government wants to spend a few billion ratepayers are entitled to know answers on the Key new and deepening insights for me have to “buy off” the councils so they will play ball above. After all, council should be transparent? [email protected] been: with the Government. Bernard Westerbaan ADVERTISING In that pivotal moment in prison (Close Every The total assets that councils (on behalf and Leon Green 027 2393864 Door to Me) this was not just about Joseph’s paid for by the ratepayers) is tagged as a Thanks for help survival, nor the survival of his people, but also whopping $120 billion. To my workmates at Te Awamutu Hospice [email protected] about 40 generations later when the ultimate I applaud those councils who do know that Shop, Te Awamutu Robert Harris staff and [email protected] Saviour Jesus Christ was born as a descendant their systems are working okay and do not want customers, St John’s and Waikato Hospital, CLASSIFIEDS of his brother Judah. This is a major debt of to play ball with the proposal, ie. Whanga¯rei. thank you all for helping me on Monday, July Tania King Ext: 67708 gratitude for Jews and Christians alike, even Ratepayers do have to understand that they 12. though some repeated the pattern of slaying paid for all assets and on their behalf councils I am now at home and doing fine. [email protected] the saviour; do not sell assets like at a garage sale. Interesting Val Jones We welcome letters - preferably via email. They should be under 300 words and must have the sender’s name, address and phone number. No pseudonyms Pop-up testing clinic open on World Hepatitis Day are accepted and names will only be withheld in special circumstances at the World Hepatitis Day is on Wednesday, July 28 and unaware they have it While there is now a highly effective discretion of the editor. 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Licensed under the REAA 2008 Thursday, July 22, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 3 Call out Duo qualify for worlds for project Determined 12-year- volunteers olds in sync as they Imperious Dance Company students Ashlee Bell (left) and Regan Gallien The Te Awamutu Community take the top spot at won the duo section at the Hip Hop Board is calling for volunteers to NZ championships Unite competition in Wellington. join their Stop the Wattle In- Photo / AT Photo vasion project to tackle the spread of wattle on Mt wo young local dancers Kakepuku. have qualified to represent Chairwoman of the board, New Zealand at the Hip Hop Ange Holt, says the problem was Unite World Championships brought to their attention follow- thisT year after winning the duo sec- ing their rural tour visit to tion for their age group at the Hip Hop Pokuru in May. Unite New Zealand competition in And recently, Ange, Wellington last month. Kakepuku Mountain Conserva- Twelve-year-olds Ashlee Bell and tion project member Colin Regan Gallien said they were deter- Mckenzie and Waipa¯ District mined to get the top spot. Council parks team member “We would get together through- Paul van der Hoek visited My out the week and practise the dance Kakepuku to check the extent of over and over, getting people to the invasion. watch and tell us where we could Wattle is spreading rapidly improve.” among a handful of mature Their routine was choreographed trees, and within two large by Imperious Dance Company owner pockets of seedlings. Leeza Vincent, and it was to a range “They ideally need to be re- of songs. moved before they can get Leeza says she was stoked for the established and so we are look- girls. ing for volunteers to join this “The girls totally deserved it, they project,” says Ange. worked so hard not only on this They need 20 reasonably fit dance but in all dance classes that and able people to help pull out they attend throughout the week wattles from seedlings and sap- with Imperious Dance Company,” ling trees. says Leeza. The project day is planned for At the Hip Hop Unite New Zealand Sunday, August 8 from 9am to competition they competed against 2pm. If weather doesn’t permit, 15 other duo teams from throughout the project day will be moved New Zealand. to Sunday, August 16. They were the only ones within The terrain is not suitable for their section to automatically qualify small or primary aged children. to represent New Zealand at the Hip Those who choose to volun- Hop Unite World Championships, teer will get to experience tracks which is most likely taking place and parts of the mountain not online this year due to travel restric- readily accessed by the public, tions. says Ange. Usually it is held in Leiden in the To find out more or sign up Netherlands. to be a volunteer contact Te Ashlee also competed for crews Awamutu Community Board Spoken and Rezilient and Regan dance competition. tine to identify any mistakes they can “It’s important to dance as a con- member Richard Hurrell on 027 danced with Spoken. To prepare for the international fix. The two girls are also focusing on nected pair and not look like you’re 458 8164 or Richard. They both also competed within dance competition, the girls are trying to be more in sync with each dancing as two individuals on the [email protected]. the company’s MegaCrew at the rewatching their footage of the rou- other. stage.” Store’s raffle adding to vital funds

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Registration is a Hot dogs, soup, fruit and coffee will The 3-year-old dog Mister Nigel legal requirement as required by the be on offer for drivers this winter at Murray or Nigel for short, a Japanese Dog Control Act and needs to be done two driver fatigue stops. spitz, and his owner Stuart Vaughan each year before the end of June.” The stops, held annually, aim to are the winners of Waipa¯ District Karl urged owners who hadn’t yet raise awareness of driver fatigue and Council’s free registration for life pro- registered their dog to do so as soon encourage those travelling long dis- motion. as possible. tances to pull over for a break. All dogs registered before the due “We have already started the This year they will be held in date of June 30 were automatically 2021/2022 year. If dogs are not reg- Pirongia tomorrow, and entered into the draw for the prize, istered before 31 July [which falls on Nga¯hinapo¯uri on Sunday, August 1, potentially worth more than $1000 a Sunday this year], a 50 per cent from 5pm to 8pm. for a young healthy pup. penalty will be added to the original Waipa¯District Council road safety A Te Awamutu local, Stuart said fee.” co-ordinator Megan Jolly said last he was thrilled to hear of the win. Registration fees fund council’s year, more than 200 drivers had “Nigel is such a lovely dog, when- 24-hour dog control service, contri- stopped for some food and a chat. ever we are out for a walk people bute towards administration costs “We have been running these come up and want to pat him.” and maintain pound facilities and events for several years and it’s a Since registrations opened in May, exercise areas. great opportunity for people to have more than 6700 or 75 per cent of dogs a break, perhaps swap drivers and get across the district have been regis- Registrations can be made information about safe driving prac- tered. Around 2200 registrations are online at www.waipadc.govt. tices. still outstanding. i nz/dogs or at council offices “These locations target traffic Council compliance manager Karl in Te Awamutu and heading through our district who are Tutty said the number of registrations Cambridge. Mister Nigel Murray, the 2021 winner of free registration for life. Photo / Supplied generally on long-distance trips and are travelling after a long week at work.” Statistically, Friday to Sunday is the most common time for fatigue- Waikato-Auckland train patronage growing related crashes. Driver fatigue is estimated to be a factor in at least The Waikato-to-Auckland Te Huia sengers,” said Waikato Regional age of 300 passengers and services service to start next year. Work is also 13 per cent of crashes. train service has transported more Council chair Russ Rimmington. often at seated capacity. under way on getting the weekday Megan said there were three key than 11,000 passengers in its first “What’s really exciting to see is the Russ welcomed news of the first services further into Auckland. things drivers could do to prevent the three months of operation. small but steady growth in passenger service improvement, with Saturday “I’m confident these risk of having a crash due to tiredness. It’s also proving popular with fam- numbers, with increases of around 4 trains arriving at The Strand station improvements will grow our patron- “Catch up on sleep in the nights ilies during the school holiday, with per cent a month, which is on track in central Auckland without changing age more to make the service a real before you are heading off. Take a a 31 per cent increase in the number with projections,” Russ said. trains, starting this Saturday. success story,” Russ said. break every two hours as this of people on Te Huia last week “We’re also getting really great “Our council has been working Te Huia launched on Tuesday, refreshes you and helps to keep you compared with the daily average feedback from returning passengers. closely with our partners on the April 6. alert and if you are tired, pull over from Monday to Friday. “They love its comfort and the governance group and we’ve got Statistics show that average daily and have a power nap.” “When we started the service we ability to work on the way up to even greater things planned for Te boardings from Monday to Friday are The events are being run by Waipa¯ knew it would take time for people Auckland and back again, and that Huia, backed by submissions on our 141, with the 6.28am service to Papa- District Council, in collaboration with to move out of the car and into the our trains are reliable . . . ” long term plan.” kura and 4.42pm back to Hamilton police, Fulton Hogan, Waka Kotahi, train, but in just over three months The Saturday service has been Improvements include the intro- proving the most popular on two local schools, and local busi- we’ve already exceeded 11,000 pas- especially popular, withL a daily aver- duction& of an interpeak weekdayDweekdays. nesses. 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op honours have been awarded to local Te Awamutu-based Ma¯nuka honey producer Ma¯nuka HealthT New Zealand, crowning its pinnacle product, a precious single- origin ultra-high-grade ma¯nuka honey. New Zealand’s pre-eminent beekeeping and ma¯nuka honey producer Ma¯nuka Health was awarded gold medals at two recent award ceremonies for their rarest honey, Pinnacle Harvest MGO 1288+, a luxury high-potency, limited-edition vest MGO 1288+, individually num- ma¯nuka honey. bered with a certificate of authentic- Ma¯nuka Health Pinnacle Harvest ity. Accompanied by a miniature cof- MGO 1288+ was awarded a gold fee table-style booklet and rose gold- medal in the packaging category at plated spoon, the single-vintage the annual Apiculture New Zealand ma¯nuka honey makes for a precious 2021 National Honey Competition for master beekeeper and supply chain and unique gift. its originality, innovation and pre- general manager Dave Campbell. “This small-batch honey has been sentation. “Pinnacle Harvest MGO 1288+ hand-packed to best preserve and The luxury packaging, designed by commemorates our rarest, most protect the superior natural Peter Radich and beautifully printed extraordinary ma¯nuka honey compounds to bring you as close to and hand-crafted using sustainable harvested during the 2019 season. We nature as we can. Our Pinnacle Har- materials by the team at Logick Print, have carefully nurtured the honey vest is so rare, it celebrates the highest also received a gold medal at the with patience and expertise for 18 0.001 per cent of our ma¯nuka honey Pride In Print Awards 2021, recog- months to bring out its unique harvest,” said Cambridge resident nised as top in the Luxury Products qualities. The result is a rare and Dave. packaging category. special type of liquid gold.” “It’s a great reflection of our entire “These awards are a fantastic With only 1288 units produced, range of premium ma¯nuka honey recognition for this treasured product each hand-crafted box holds a glass and the care and quality we uphold of ours. Our beekeepers work ex- diamond-faceted jar of Pinnacle Har- for our consumers to experience”. tremely hard to harvest this precious natural resource and it is rewarding Te Awamutu-based ma¯nuka honey Ma¯nuka Health Pinnacle to see our rare harvest packaged so producer Ma¯nuka Health New Harvest MGO 1288+ retails for thoughtfully for our consumers Zealand has been awarded top i $1288, and is available at around the world,” commented honours. www.manukahealth.co.nz

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he latest figures released by the Busi- wide range of accommodation offerings,” he ness Events Data Programme show the says. Waikato region secured 13 per cent Jason add that hosting major and business market share of all New Zealand busi- events are crucial in leading the economic and nessT events being held in Q1 2021. social recovery of the Waikato region. With 196 business events held in the region “Domestic business events delegates have during January-March 2021, this always been an important visitor placed the Waikato region segment for the region contribut- second in the country behind ing $480 per day to the econ- Wellington at 29 per cent for the omy, double the amount of the number of business events held. leisure visitor. Over 17,000 delegates were “Business events are also a hosted in the region during this key seed market driving repeat time, equating to a 13 per cent visitation and further economic market share of the total number benefit as delegates will often of delegates hosted in the return for a holiday with their country, third behind Wellington friends or family,” he says. (28 per cent) and Auckland (14 Mel Williams, business de- per cent). velopment and sales manager — Hamilton & Waikato Tourism business events for H3 says they chief executive Jason Dawson have been working extremely says it’s fantastic to see such a hard with local partners to help strong result for the region given Jason Dawson. boost awareness, confidence, the tough environment the sec- business and events into our city tor has been operating in over the last 18 and region throughout what has been a chal- months. lenging time. “These figures show the region is in high “It’s been fantastic and extremely rewarding demand with meeting and conference organ- for us to have helped so much come to fruition, isers and highlights the strength of our business and to see the positive, wide-ranging ripple events offering in Hamilton and the wider effects and impact that has been felt by so many. region — from our world-class venues and This has further energised our team to continue exceptional event hosts to our exclusive team- proudly wave the flag for our region, and further building and incentive activities along with a enhance our reputation nationally,” she says. CrimeLine

Te Awamutu Police attended the following matters last week:

They attended 12 family-harm related Burglaries and theft: A male was incidents. A male was arrested for threaten- trespassed from the Warehouse. A chainsaw ing behaviour at one of these family-harm was stolen from a property on Raikes Ave. A related incidents. A police safety order was trailer was stolen from a driveway in Kihikihi. served at one of these family-harm related A male was dealt with for shoplifting from The incidents. Warehouse. They attended three mental-health related Vehicle incidents: A driver lost control of incidents. their car and crashed through a fence on Reports were made regarding graffiti State Highway 3, they subsequently blew found on the DHB building. 882. A vehicle was interfered with on Puahue Upon arrival, a crowd of people dispersed Rd, it doesn’t appear anything was stolen. A from a noisy party when police did a check. vehicle was impounded from a suspended Reports of a female turning up to ad- driver. A vehicle crashed into a barrier on dresses on Kakaramea Rd and asking for State Highway 3, there were no injuries. petrol were made. Arrest: A female was arrested on a warrant Boy racers were seen heading towards to arrest. Pirongia and police found tyre marks on the Found property: The following items were roads in Te Pahu¯. handed into the police station. To prove they Local police assisted in Hamilton after a are yours, police require you to state the man was fatally shot by police. amount of cash: They were called to a verbal dispute - A purse with a sum of money in it; between a male and a female at a local store. An amount of cash that was found in town. Te Awamutu Police ∼ 872 0100 Victim Support ∼ 0800 VICTIM Crimestoppers ∼ 0800 555111 Urgent traffic (cell only) ∼ *555 Non emergency ∼ 105 Emergency ∼ 111

Lance’s LOT Our fortnightly feature for tradies. Keen on advertising your business? Contact Tania on 871 5151 or email [email protected] Thursday, July 22, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 7 ■ IN BUSINESS CIRCLES A tonne of (Lego) bricks Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught has brought Brickman Awesome to Mortgage broker will Hamilton for the school holidays. Ever wondered if an orca could make it as far tap local knowledge up the Waikato as Hamil- ton? Answer, yes! ole Murray Financial A phenomenon is Services recently launched happening as a 3m-tall in Waikato, with the appoint- orca lands on the city as ment of mortgage broker part of the spectacular CKylee Charteris. Brickman Awesome exhi- A familiar face in Waikato’s bank- bition, run by Ryan, until ing and rural insurance space, Kylee the end of the month. has tasked herself with bridging the After completing a home ownership gap in rural Wai- stunningly successful kato. season at Auckland House prices are hitting all time Museum that drew more highs and interest rates remain at low than 100,000 attendees, levels, but Kylee’s observation of Wai- this world-class exhibition kato attitudes to the property ladder produced by Lego- is one of Kiwi restraint. certified professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught brings Kylee’s word to cautious first-time Ryan McNaught is run- Brickman Awesome to Hamilton. Photo / Supplied buyers is simple. ning at Claudelands Event “Believe the hype, but don’t let it Centre until August 1. Lego Masters Australia. stop you.” A centrepiece attraction is the orca The show pits eight pairs of Lego The latest Home Loan model, which has been built with fanatics against one another in a Affordability Report from interest.co. more than 14,200 Lego and Duplo series of building challenges. nz shows the lower-quartile house bricks. price in Waikato was slightly down The giant orca is just one of 37 awe- between May and June, and house inspiring creations constructed dur- The Details price pressures are easing for first- ing 5000 hours using just under a ● Dates: Until August 1 home buyers. million Lego bricks. ● Venue: Claudelands Event Centre, Commentary from interest.co.nz Mortgage broker Kylee Charteris, of Cole Murray Financial Services, wants to Another of the most “awesome” Hamilton suggests a flattening of lower-quartile bridge the home ownership gap in rural Waikato as house prices hit an all- models in the exhibition is the world’s ● house prices, as opposed to any sig- time high. Photo / Supplied first life-size Lego Harley-Davidson, Adults: $24.50 nificant shifts. which will be showcased alongside a ● Children (4-13): $14.50 “The housing crisis is not going my time. Period. And I don’t think “I’m in it to make it easy for people,” number of record-breaking models, away any time soon. But there is still people realise how achievable a affirms Kylee. including the largest Lego brick Cat- ● Students: $17.50 a pathway for our people in the broker like me can make it for them.” “I’ll do home visits and we’ll gather erpillar 797 dump truck! ● Family (two adults, two children): Waikato and I am on a mission to Backed by Cole Murray, a New all the info in one sitting, then I’ll do It’s been a busy time for Ryan, who $65 prove it to them,” says Kylee. Zealand firm geared to help people the shopping around to save my recently starred on the hit TV3 show “The struggle is real for people with all things financial, Kylee is a clients’ time. I’ll get up early and meet trying to get into homes. However, I newly appointed financial adviser them before they start work for the am still seeing people denying them- with 16 years’ experience in personal day. The Te Awamutu Courier has two family passes to give away. You selves the opportunity because they banking and rural insurance. “We just don’t get that kind of can enter by email or mail (address to The Brickman Competition feel it’s all too hard, or that they’ll be Her local expertise comes from accessibility from the banks and include your name, address and daytime phone number — wasting my time. working as a mobile rural consultant anymore, so someone has to bridge [email protected] ). Deadline is midnight Sunday. “No first-home buyer ever wastes for FMG and in personal banking. that gap.”

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he New Zealand Deerstalkers Association aspiring hunters applying for training. (NZDA) and the Game Animal Council (GAC) “The extra resource through Jobs for Nature will are welcoming a $700,000 boost for hunter allow us to professionalise the co-ordination and Ttraining and education delivered through the instructor assessment roles and mean more people Jobs for Nature Community Conservation Fund. than ever can access this practical training.” “Hunting is increasing in popularity and with a lot “The reality is that there are so many facets to of new people seeking to learn the skills required to being a good hunter,” says Tim. feed their families, we all have an interest in assisting “A lot of people get fixated on firearms training them to be as safe, ethical and successful as possible,” and while that is important, most hunting accidents says NZDA chief executive Gwyn Thurlow. don’t involve firearms at all and are instead the usual “Both the NZDA and Game Animal Council are outdoor incidents — rolled ankles, falls and being committed to improving the provision of hunter caught out in bad weather. education and training and we acknowledge the “Teaching new hunters the necessary safety skills support of the Department of Conservation in also needs to be combined with teaching them how supporting this funding application.” to be successful. The Jobs for Nature funding will allow for the “This can comprise of what to hunt, where and creation of five positions to develop and implement when, practical field shooting techniques, good game the National Hunter Education and Training Scheme animal management practices, hunting ethics and over a 3-year period.” animal butchery.” “In keeping with its statutory mandate, the GAC “The importance of hunting to New Zealand cannot is in the process of designing an online hunter be undervalued,” says Gwyn. education course that will act as a bridge between “Estimates are that recreational and meat hunters gaining a firearms licence and the hands-on harvest around 135,000 deer, 132,000 other game instruction provided by NZDA’s hunter training animals and 230,000 pest goats each year in New course, known as HUNTS,” says general manager Tim Zealand. Gale. “This is a significant contribution, not only to “This funding will allow us to employ someone conservation, but in the provision of mahinga kai for fulltime to get on with the complex development and many communities.” delivery of the online course.” “The bottom line is the more new and “The HUNTS course has been incredibly successful inexperienced hunters we can reach through this since being launched in 1987 and has seen thousands scheme the better the outcomes will be for hunter of hunters gain the skills to safely hunt big game in safety and enjoyment and the greater the hunting New Zealand,” says Gwyn. sector’s contribution will be to game animal “Currently it is run by qualified volunteers, which management and the wellbeing of our communities,” has limited our ability to meet the high demand of says Tim. Thursday, July 22, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 9

Mentoring to help women flourish

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Sister and former Black Fern Carla Hohepa, Emma-lee Heta, Merania Paraone, Rina Paraone and Kiriana Nolan all come from the small country club. Nolan is in her third year with the squad after debuting as a 17-year-old. She’s over the moon that so many RUGBY players were selected from their Kihi- Jesse Wood kihi club. “It’s awesome. Such a little club but he Waitomo Group Waikato so cool to see people like us making Farah Palmer Cup rugby it.” team and coach James A first five-eighth like Alley, Nolan Semple are fizzing for their is keen to get game time. firstT match of the 2021 Farah Palmer “When I was 15, Chelsea was driv- Cup on Saturday. ing me to tournaments and now I get Waitomo Group have stepped up to train alongside her and learn off their support in 2021, moving from her so that’s pretty cool. the sleeve sponsor they have been “I want to start and compete with since 2019 to being the new major Chelsea,” she said jokingly. sponsor and will be displayed front “It’ll be hard work, but worth it and centre on the Waikato FPC team though.’ for the next two seasons. The Waitomo Group Waikato FPC I caught up with the squad as they team had a bye week last weekend, trained at O¯ haupo¯Rugby Sports Club with their first match this Saturday and even former O¯ haupo¯and Wai- at 1pm in a repeat of the 2020 final, kato fullback Andrew Strawbridge this time hosting reigning champions was part of the team’s training Waikato captain Chelsea Alley. Photo / Andrew Cornaga / www.Photosportnz Canterbury, at Hamilton Marist. session. “For us going against Canterbury, You could see the smiles across the that’s a good benchmark for us to see O¯ haupo¯Memorial Park as the players where we’re at, but it’s more about prepared for the FPC season. us doing our stuff right, rather than This season’s squad features six who we’re facing at that time of the 2020 Black Ferns squad members — Waikato Women season,” said Semple. Chelsea Alley, Carla Hohepa, Renee Holmes, Tanya Kalounivale, Cheyelle Robins-Reti and Kennedy Simon — 2021 WAITOMO GROUP plus two players who featured for the refreshed and ready WAIKATO FPC SQUAD 2020 New Zealand Barbarians, Ariana (*denotes new cap): Bayler and Grace Houpapa-Barrett. has a chance of reaching 50 caps for Kihikihi: Emma-lee Heta, Carla Seventeen players from the 2020 Waikato. Hohepa, Chyna Hohepa (vice- squad return to play in 2021; they are This is similar to the milestone she captain), Kiriana Nolan, Merania joined by six players who return to achieved last season, where against Paraone, Rina Paraone the Waikato squad after hiatuses of Bay of Plenty she played her 50th University: Chelsea Alley (captain), a season or two. provincial cap (Waikato, Auckland Mia Anderson, Claudia Hobbs*, Vic- Players from 2019 making their and North Harbour). toria Edmonds return are Jade Coates, Ryleigh “Leading Waikato is a massive hon- Hamilton Old Boys: Reese Ander- Hayes, Rina Paraone, Kennedy Tahau our for me, I love this team and I love son*, Ariana Bayler, Jade Coates, and Awhina Tangen-Wainohu. how we’ve built it over the years. The Renee Holmes, Tanya Kalounivale, “We’ve also got Vic Edmonds girls are working really hard and I’m Leomie Kloppers, Kennedy Simon, coming back who’s played 44 games just looking forward to hopefully a Montessa Tairakena*, Awhina Waikato, so she’s awesome to have successful season,” said Alley. Tangen-Wainohu, Kelsey Teneti, Ken- back,” said coach Semple. Recently, Alley has been involved nedy Tahau, Esther Tilo-Faiaogo “We really lean on those leaders with the Sky Sport rugby panel with (squad training member) to drive our standards and set the bar the likes of former All Blacks Sir John Melville: Rianna Aspinall*, Ryleigh really high, more through their Kirwan and Jeff Wilson. Hayes, Chyann Kaitapu*, Nikita actions, but then holding other people “I’ve put a hold on the Sky TV work Porima*, Cheyelle Robins-Reti, accountable when it’s needed. during the FPC season so I can focus Gaibreill Wainohu*, Veisinia “That was a real focus for us select- fully on my team and in my role Fakalelu* (squad training member), ing the squad, selecting girls that within this team because I don’t take Huia Harding (squad training mem- actually really want to make a differ- the captain duties lightly. I like to be ber) ence and want to get better and grow present 100 per cent.” O¯ torohanga: Sina Hetet, Grace the jersey. We’re really happy with Alley hopes to inspire any aspiring Houpapa-Barrett how that’s been going so far.” Six players from the Kihikihi Rugby Club are in the Waikato women’s FPC women’s rugby players. Puta¯ruru: Klee Begbie* Coach Semple, a former player team for 2021; (from left) Carla Hohepa, Emma-lee Heta, Rina Paraone, Chyna “If you really enjoy rugby, then it’s himself, having represented Counties Hohepa, Kiriana Nolan and Merania Paraone. Photo / Jesse Wood something that there is a career path FIXTURES: Manukau and North Harbour, is for now. So, just get a good support Round 1: Bye excited to see what 2021 brings after Club] is an awesome winger that played for Harbour before, so we’re system around you. Train hard, work Round 2: Saturday, July 24 1pm v Waikato’s strong form in last year’s we’re really excited to unleash on the excited about the options that she can hard, but have fun at the same time,” Canterbury Women at Hamilton FPC. comp. She’ll cause a bit of damage I give us in the midfield too.” she said. Marist “I didn’t coach club this year, just think.” This season Semple will be “Get behind our red, yellow, black Round 3: Saturday, July 31 2.05pm v to focus on this team. I just love Semple and the team have partnered by new assistant coach girls this year. We’ve been working Bay Of Plenty Volcanix at Blake Park coaching. So, I’m just really looking selected two new halfbacks along Mike Rogers. really hard and we always appreciate Round 4: Saturday, August 7 2.05pm forward to getting out there and with regular starter Ariana Bayler “to Semple has a message for the loyal hearing cowbells in the stands or any v Otago Spirit at Forsyth Barr Stadium seeing what we can do with this keep her honest”, while a few new Waikato fans. messages of support that come our Round 5: Sunday, August 15 12.05pm group. I’m really happy and excited props have also been selected from “Your support is unreal. We defin- way — we feel it every time we take v Wellington Pride at FMG Stadium with the team we’ve been able to pick Melville, giving the team stronger ball- itely feel you and it grows better each the field.” Waikato this year,” he said. running options. year. Last year you helped us through Alley will again be joined in the Round 6: Saturday, August 21 2.05pm Waikato have had just the two pre- “We’ve got an exciting new centre, some tough moments in a really leadership group by 2020 vice- v Counties Manukau Heat at FMG season games — against the Hawke’s Nikita Porima. She’s a little bit older tough comp,” he said. captain Chyna Hohepa. Stadium Waikato Bay Tui and the Taranaki Whio — but and mature which we’re excited The squad will again be captained Chyna is one of six members from Round 7: Saturday, August 28 2.05pm they both held encouraging signs. about. 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BOWLS TEAM lthough outclassed by the Representative teams winners North Taranaki, named to compete for finishing third of the five centres competing for the the Bankier Rosebowl ZoneA 3 Paterson Trophy was a com- in Waitara on July mendable performance by the eight 24-25: bowlers chosen to represent King ● The following teams have been 7: OPENSIDE FLANKER - 100 XV Country. named to compete against At the end of four rounds of rinks Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, (fours), pairs and singles, King Thames Valley and North Taranaki. Country had amassed 63.5 game points behind North Taranaki with ● Kevin Marshall, Liz Morrow, 110.5, Manawatu¯ 83.5 and ahead of Warren Davis, Yvonne Collins Wanganui 58.5 and Taranaki 44. ● Blue Hancock, Carol Lovell, Arthur The best performed of the two Pitcher, Bryan Wooten King Country teams was Jim Parsons (skip), Gordon Lang (3), Lyn Martin (2) ● Gordon Lang, Lyn Martin, Gordon and Carol Lovell (lead) with 14 wins Cresswell, Marlene Walker and a draw while Kevin Marshall, Liz ● John Whitehead, Jim Parsons, Paul Morrow, Paul Walker and Marlene Walker, Pat Waghorn Walker had 10 wins and 4 draws. Marty Holah Photo / Photosport Duane Monkley Photo / Photosport George Nola Photo / WRU Parsons was a late replacement for Blue Hancock. points. panel of local judges has on their Facebook page. BORN: 1966 The top point scorer for King On a head to head basis King been selected in order to The fan selections will go up CLUB: Fraser-Tech, Morrinsville Country was Gordon Lang with 18, Country defeated Taranaki 20-8, make a team of the century online on Friday mornings. United closely followed by his pairs partner Whanganui 16-12, just missed against as Waikato Rugby Union Panel members: WAIKATO CAPS: 135 (1987-1996) Carol Lovell with 15. Manawatu¯ 13-15 and lost to North Ahead towards their centenary Murray Meinung, Kevin Hart, WAIKATO POINTS: 111 Kevin Marshall won all four of his Taranaki 24-4. celebrations (1921-2021). Brian Clarke, David Fox, Jesse Wood TOTAL ALL BLACK MATCHES: - singles games and had a total of 12 Each week three players will be and Evan Pegden. TOTAL ALL BLACK POINTS: - announced for a single position, one PANEL’S BLINDSIDE FLANKER GEORGE NOLA through to 15. FOR 100 XV: BORN: 1928-2011 In the following week’s edition, the Liam Messam CLUB: Hinuera, T S T (Tatuanui, panel’s pick of those three will be Springdale and Te Puninga) Shalfoon in Tasman squad announced as the winner of that OPENSIDE FLANKER PICKS: WAIKATO CAPS: 39 (1950-1956) position. MARTY HOLAH WAIKATO POINTS: 33 Former Te Awamutu 2019 season, taking the field Please note these picks are voted BORN: 1976 TOTAL ALL BLACK MATCHES: - Sports lock Antonio once for TA Sports where he on by the panel and it is their opinion CLUB: Hamilton Marist TOTAL ALL BLACK POINTS: - Shalfoon, right, has been scored a try. as a group. WAIKATO CAPS: 87 (1999-2014) named in the Tasman In 2020 he was named in We invite the public to have their WAIKATO POINTS: 50 Send an email to teawamutu. Mako squad for the 2021 the Tasman Mako squad but say, although this will not affect the TOTAL ALL BLACK MATCHES: 39 [email protected] or drop a Bunnings Warehouse missed the season with in- final XV. (2001-2006) i note off to the Te Awamutu NPC. jury as the Mako went on to Waikato Rugby have also started TOTAL ALL BLACK POINTS: 20 Courier office stating who Shalfoon played six win their second premier- a fan selected Team of the Century DUANE MONKLEY your pick would be and why. games for Waikato in the ship title in a row.

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Thursday, July 22, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 13 Trainstation uplift first world record uly 17 will go down in Team Trainstation history as the day they got their first powerlifting world record, thanksJ to the efforts of Paula John- stone in the GPCNZ Masters in Remu- era. Paula, already an 18-time New Zea- land record holder, switched to a variant of the sport, an equipped category bench press. Equipped basically lets the lifter wear a professionally made bench shirt that allows bigger, heavier weights while using a quite different technique. Paula chose to open on a very Team Trainstation at the 2021 GPCNZ Masters in Remuera. Photos / Supplied manageable 80kg to break the world record, then add a further 20kg to it Veronica Brajkovich, competing in Bodybuilder Dave Harwood to successfully make it a 100kg re- the more traditional three lift raw, placed second in his bench only cord. took a bench record, breaking it three competition. It was her first outing in equipped times as well as four deadlift records And making his return to the plat- and showed signs of much more to followed by a total record in the form nine weeks after bicep come. female masters 3 category. reattachment surgery and in his last Dave Mohn, also an equipped lifter Dean Williams, in his third contest contest was coach Mike Smith opting Paula Johnstone, Team Trainstation’s first powerlifting world record joining team Trainstation, then added since joining Trainstation, achieved a for a squat only. breaker. a national record in the squat of 301kg total personal best putting him in first He opened on the New Zealand — an outstanding lift for his age and place for his age and weight category. squat record for his division and then “All up, once again I couldn’t be “It’s now head down again as we weight category. Another standout was Deacon broke it three more times, adding prouder of the team, not just in results prep the team of five contending the He went on to place first in the Ostern, Paula’s son coached by her, 25kg to the previous total and taking but the way they conduct themselves next comp in five weeks and the team comp alongside Paula in her cat- who placed No. 1 in New Zealand in the New Zealand masters squat over- in the name of good sports,” says would like to thank long-standing egory. the teenager division. all title. Smith. sponsor, clothing company CAF.”

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Te Awamutu Ladies 9-holes: to the course. McCorkindale 35; Carl Miezenbeek 35; Foote 105; Thora Young 107. Midweek Scramble: Nett — Jenny Forster 32; Pat Sunday Scramble: Janine Manukau 34; Patrick Hape 34. Net — Cheryl Forster 73; Sherrill Gross — Clint Rowe 77; Nett — Mick Mandeno 36; Zoe Hunter 37. Gross — Patrick Hape 73; Carl Mid Week: Lawrence 74; Helen Parker 76. McConnell 75; Stableford — Percy Vets: Miezenbeek 75; Shayne Ashford 79; Rod Ward 39 points; Geoff Bird 37; Points — Cheryl Forster 33; Sherill Kapa 33. Les Common 40; Welby Murrell 39; Jacob Carey 80; Ian Berry 82; Cyress Linc Quarrie 32; Alec Cruickshank 31; Lawrence 32; Helen Parker 31. Twos — Percy Kapa third, Ricky Allan Duncan 38; Mick McConnell 37; McCorkindale 83. Brett Mulholland 29. Ladies 9-holes: Neal 14th Richard Taylor 34; Denis Brewer 34; Net — Cyress McCorkindale 71; Vets: Gross — Ann Ellis 60; Sue Weal 66; Wednesday Ladies: Barry Ross 34. Tyler-Joel Makaea 72; Janine Manu- Brett Mulholland 37; Bill Garvin 36; Bev Roigard 66. Division 1 — Barbara O’Regan 73; Stewart Alexander kau 72; Carl Miezenbeek 72; Patrick Rex Mossman 34; Alec Cruickshank Net — Ann Ellis 39; Dawn King 41; Division 2 — Anne Rhodes 74; Marg Bad weather saw the Stewy 200 Hape 72; Damien Te Ao 72. 34; Linc Quarrie 33; George Kind 33. Lynne Fookes 43. Ritchie 76; Dale Spiers 78; Marg Gray being postponed, however there Points — Tyler-Joel Makaea 36; Ladies 18-holes: Points — Lynne Fookes 15; Dawn 78; Petsy Ralph 79. were a few hardy golfers that took Damien Te Ao 36; Cyress Gross — Cheryl Forster 89; Kaye King 15; Ann Ellis 14.

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Te Awamutu For Sale Deadline Sale Te Awamutu For Sale POA Te Awamutu For Sale $535,000 Closes 2nd August 2021 4/160 Puniu Road 198 Ava Mae Drive 1019 Hazelmere Crescent Brand New Home Just 4 U Harcourts.co.nz/TA22498 Quality in Ava Mae Drive Harcourts.co.nz/TA22458 First Home Buyers Harcourts.co.nz/TA22479 • Freehold title • Executive home • Two bedroom • Four bedrooms Mandy Lata & Stuart Parker •Four bedrooms Mandy Lata & Stuart Parker • Open plan kitchen/ dining Adam McGrath & Nadine Barker 027 679 2224 027 283 5928 027 679 2224 027 283 5928 021 217 5703 027 238 4753 • Brick and low maintenance [email protected] • Two bathrooms [email protected] • 837m2 section (more or less) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] • Double internal access garage • Desirable location • Double garage Open home - Sat 1:30 to 2:15pm Final Notice Open home - Sun 1:45 to 2:15pm Open home - Sun 1:00 to 1:30pm Open home - Sun 1:30 to 2:15pm

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Otorohanga For Sale Deadline Sale Otorohanga For Sale $450,000 For Sale Auction 65 Phillips Avenue Closes 5th August 2021 1pm 5 William Street Harcourts.co.nz/OH9274 Ngahinapouri • Spacious family room Harcourts.co.nz/OH9266 • 804m2 section Wednesday 28th July 2021 at 1pm. • Freshly painted • Three bedrooms 204 Ngahinapouri Road Held at 174 Alexandra Street, • Insulated and heat pump Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox • Heat pump & HRV system Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox Just Magic! Rural living yet close to Town. Te Awamutu (May be sold prior) • Plenty of storage 027 294 2615 027 559 4468 • Room attached to garage 027 294 2615 027 559 4468 [email protected] [email protected] Welcome to this great family home. On offer here are three bedrooms and an office with the fourth harcourts.co.nz/TA22472 Open home - Sun 3:15 to 3:45pm bedroom (fully insulated) off the garage, giving you many options including space for your teenager. The open plan kitchen, dining and living, with updated insulation in the ceiling have doors off to both outdoor areas. The large separate family lounge with fireplace is a perfect place to gather. Master bedroom with ensuite, family bathroom and separate toilet. The internal access double garage is of a generous size with a large workbench. Concreted Otorohanga For Sale $430,000 Otorohanga Commercial For Lease driveway with plenty of room for extra parking for the Janeane Wright 15 Karaka Road Harcourts.co.nz/OH9258 $23,000 P.A Plus GST (if any) boat, campervan, or extra vehicles. 021 883 753 • Open plan living • Workshop Harcourts.co.nz/TA22475 Approx. 240m2 home on a flat 2873m2 section with [email protected] • Woodburner • Show room Licensed Agent REAA 2008 updated LED lighting through out. • Four bedrooms Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox • Office space Ken McGrath • Section with potential 027 294 2615 027 559 4468 • Outdoor display area 027 498 4156 [email protected] [email protected]

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Picksters: look to affect the visitors as they moving forward to replace Monday 26 July STARS v MAGIC 7.15pm Round 14 of ANZ Premier- started the match strongly to Tong. ship Netball saw the Tactix, race out to an early 8-4 advan- More changes followed, this Mystics and Steel come out as tage. time from the Tactix camp, as victors. Patience was needed from defender Sophia Fenwick cele- Bernie Marshall of the Magic as they waited for brated her 50th national league McDonald’s is seven points in something to open in the shoot- match by coming on for Elley the clear after fielding one of ing circle while at the other end on the wing. her jokers and grabbing six of the court it looked an easier With so much riding on this points. route into the safe hands of result, the Tactix went into the Paper Plus’ Murray Green Tactix shooter Ellie Bird. half-time changing room with a THE board slots back into second spot due But the Tactix’ fast start was slender 26-24 lead, desperate to playing his joker too soon negated by a Magic team to assert some dominance in Bernie Murray While NZME’s Jesse Wood keen to deliver for their fans and the third quarter. McDonalds 86% Paper Plus 69% now sits in third equal with their coach Amigene Metcalfe. But the Magic had other Harcourts’ Melanie Barker and Defender Georgia Tong may plans, led by Winders, as the LJ Hooker’s Michelle Storer. have given up a number of ebb and flow of the game con- Bridie Osborne from the centimetres in height to her tinued with the hosts taking it Steel Steel Storyteller Bar & Eatery rounds opponents but sparked some initiative. Mystics ST Tactix off the picksters. defensive fight late in the spell The defensive pressure 1 Picksters: Heading into the as the hosts levelled the scores from the Magic forced the Stars Magic final round, all picksters have with just under three minutes to Tactix to make changes in the 2ND now used both of their jokers. play. circle with Selby-Rickit, who Match Report: Magic captain Samantha The Magic’s persistence struggled with her radar for The Good Oil Tactix’ ANZ Winders in action. paid off with an Erena Mikaere much of the match, pulled from Jesse Michelle Premiership play-off hopes re- Photo / Photosport intercept helping her side to a the court with Bird shifted to the NZME 67% LJ Hooker 67% main alive after a heart- 14-12 lead at the first break. unfamiliar role of goal attack stopping come from behind play-off hopes with a spoiling Tactix coach Marianne and Amelia Walmsley intro- two-goal victory over the Splice defensive display while show- Delaney-Hoshek was quick to duced to the game. Construction Magic in Rotorua. ing plenty of accuracy on at- turn to her bench with Erikana It was a chance for Delaney- Steel Steel In what was another must- tack. Pedersen replacing Samon Hoshek to have a chat and help Mystics Mystics win Premiership match for the Hometown girl and Magic Nathan at wing attack, the settle her star goal attack as the 3RD Tactix, the Mainlanders nailed captain Sam Winders led from change making an immediate visitors went into the last break, Stars Stars a 49-47 thriller at Energy the front, providing a vital link impact. trailing by 37-39. 3RD Events Centre and with it three through the middle and urging Pedersen’s decision making precious points to hold on to her team-mates to lift as they up front – knowing when to play Shooting Stats - Magic: second place on the ladder. searched for just their second the short game, sighting the Caitlin Bassett 35/35 (100 Melanie Bridie But they needed a turnover win of the season. options in the shooting circle per cent) Harcourts 67% Story Teller 43% from wing defence Charlotte But a desperate Tactix side, and connections with goal at- Khiarna Williams 6/9 (66.7 Elley in the last 20 seconds of with their play-off hopes on the tack Te Paea Selby-Rickit – per cent) play to stop the game from line, fought hard to the final paid dividends for the Tactix as Shooting Stats - Tactix: going into extra time in a match whistles having to come from they turned a two-goal deficit Ellie Bird 33/35 (94.3 per Steel Pulse where neither team could gain two goals down in the fourth into a three-goal advantage. cent) Tactix Mystics the ascendancy. quarter to snatch the win. The shift in momentum Te Paea Selby-Rickit 6/13 3RD The Magic, buoyed on by The Tactix were stung by a prompted a defensive change (46.2 per cent) Stars Magicc their own fans in what was their long travel day leading into the from the Magic with Temalisi Amelia Walmsley 1/1 (100 6TH last home game of the season, match, thanks to cancelled Fakahokotau picking up the per cent) looked set to ruin the Tactix’ flights into Rotorua, but it didn’t goal keeper bib and Mikaere MVP: Karin Burger (Tactix)

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HARNETT, RAE, Alexia Marjorie Robert Lauder (Bob). Remember (nee Tuck). Passed away Passed away peacefully on 15th July us inyour peacefully in her sleep 2021, aged 88, WAIPA DISTRICT COUNCIL on 18th July 2021in her surrounded by his 95th year. Dearly loved loving family. Dearly Will and MEETING NOTICES wife of the late Vern beloved husband of the Harnett. Loved mum late Margaret. Loved leave a legacy Pursuant to Section 46 of the Local Government Official Information and of John, Terry & father and father in Meetings Act 1987 notice is hereby given that: Diane, Cynthia & law of Ian & Julene, The following meetings will be held in August 2021 – Roger. Amazing Gran Bruce, Alex & Leanne, of hope to Rachel, Jason, Andy & Julie, and Tuesday 03 August 2021 Strategic Planning & Policy Caitlin, Noel, Allison. Loved Committee Christian, and many Grandad and Great 9.00am more who also knew Grandad CARTHY, REWETI, her as “Gran”. Ian Leslie. Reginald Wiriha¯rai Council Chambers A Celebration of Bob’s 101 Bank Street Heartfelt thanks to the life will be held at 1931 - 2017 Taxi (Kiwi) staff at Windsor Court. TE AWAMUTU Alexandra House Four long years 22.07.2020 A service will be held at Chapel, 570 Alexandra Wednesday 04 August 2021 Cambridge Community Board For more have passed. One year ago today Alexandra House St, Te Awamutu on We miss you more you left this world to 6.00pm Chapel, 570 Alexandra rd Friday, 23 July 2021 information, call and more every day. join all our wha¯nau Sir Don Rowlands Centre St, Te Awamutu at 1:00pm. In lieu of Love you always, with e ihoa. Although (today) Thursday, 22nd flowers, donations to Mighty River Domain 0800 53 00 00 Joy and family. we didn’t want to see 601 Maungatautari Road July 2021 at 1pm St John Ambulance, you go, you knew you followed by private Te Awamutu would be were ready and let go. Karapiro cremation. 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In lieu of loved ones wishess In loving memory of the Hose Family, c/- flowers, donations to my Darling Kiwi, 9.00am 262 Ohaupo Road, Te St John Ambulance Proudly helping families You are always in Council Chambers Awamutu 3800. would be appreciated with dignity and sincerity. my thoughts, 101 Bank Street and may be left at the We’re there for you 24/7. The light of my life TE AWAMUTU church. you were, And in my heart is The following meetings did not take place in June 2021: 07 870 2137 where you will stay. FDANZ Monday 21 June 2021 Regulatory Committee 262 Ohaupo Road, Your loving wife, Te Awamutu Cindy xxx Please visit the Council website for all associated Council meeting www.rosetown.co.nz Jan Howie information. www.waipadc.govt.nz/our-council/meetings-workshops-calendar Remember us Electronic copies of Council agendas are available on the Waipa District Council website prior to meetings. in your Will thecountry.co.nz and leave a For the latest in Garry Dyet For more information, call Chief Executive legacy of hope 0800 53 00 00 rural news. Public Notices Vehicles Wanted PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ of application for a Club Licence of application for a Club Licence of application for a Club Licence SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 $ CASH FOR CARS $ Kihikihi Bowling Club, 17 Lyon Street, Kihikihi Pirongia Bowling Club Incorporated has made Te Awamutu Bowling Club, 240 Bank Street, Te 3800 has made application to the Waipa District application to the Waipa District Licensing Awamutu has made application to the Waipa Trucks, Vans, Utes, 4x4’s, Licensing Committee for the Renewal and Committee for the Renewal and Variation of a District Licensing Committee for the Renewal of a Motorhomes and Caravans Variation of a Club Licence in respect of the Club Licence in respect of the premises situated at Club Licence in respect of the premises situated at premises situated at 17 Lyon Street, Kihikihi 2 Kane Street, Pirongia, Waikato known as 240 Bank Street, Te Awamutu known as Te Wanted in any condition known as Kihikihi Bowling Club Inc. Pirongia Bowling Club. Awamutu Bowling Club. DEAD OR ALIVE The general nature of the business conducted (or The general nature of the business conducted (or The general nature of the business conducted (or to be conducted) under the licence is Sporting to be conducted) under the licence is Sporting to be conducted) under the licence is Club WE WILL BEAT ANY MARKET PRICE Club. Club. (sporting). The days on which, and the hours during which The days on which, and the hours during which The days on which, and the hours during which alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence are: Sunday to Thursday 11am to 9pm, licence are: Monday to Sunday 9am to 12am the licence are: Monday to Sunday from 9.00am to Friday, Saturday and Public Holidays 11am to following day. Variation is to include outside 10.30pm. 11pm. area around bowling club. The application may be inspected during ordinary The application may be inspected during ordinary The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Waipa District office hours at the office of the Waipa District office hours at the office of the Waipa District Council, District Licensing Committee at either 101 Council, District Licensing Committee at either 101 Council, District Licensing Committee at either 101 Bank Street Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street Bank Street Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street Bank Street Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street Cambridge. Cambridge. Cambridge. Any person who is entitled to object and who Any person who is entitled to object and who Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not PHONE 0800 505 099 24/7 wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the To Let later than 15 working days after the date of the later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of TOP CASH publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District $$ the objection with the Secretary of the District the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, FOR CARS A1 SELF Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. STORAGE Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. Cars, Vans, Utes, No objection to the issue of a renewal licence may Big Trucks Many sizes, good rates, No objection to the issue of a renewal licence may No objection to the issue of a renewal licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter security and seven be made in relation to a matter other than a matter be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Going or not going day access. specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. Same day pick up Phone 871 3332 Alcohol Act 2012. Alcohol Act 2012. This is the only publication of this notice. or 027 493 3187 C This is the first publication of this notice. This is the first publication of this notice. all or text SAFE ‘N’ SOUND 021 860 995 STORAGE POKURU 1B, TOKANUI HOSPITAL PUBLIC NOTICE 07 949 7495 • Units available now! PUBLIC NOTICE of application for an Off Licence • Electric Security Fence CAMPUS 2021 of application for an On Licence Wanted to Rent SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 • Camera surveillance CIA - WAANANGA TUATORU. FARM cottage, must have 027 440 7101 SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 Night Pearl (2021) Limited, 815 Franklin Street, double garage or sheds or 871 2171 Nau Mai, Haere Mai! e Hoki Mai e te iwi nei! Night Pearl (2021) Limited, 815 Franklin Street, Pirongia 3802 has made application to the Waipa available, can work in Pirongia 3802 has made application to the Waipa District Licensing Committee for the issue of an Off lieu. Phone Darryn 021 safestorage.co.nz District Licensing Committee for the issue of an On Licence in respect of the premises situated at 815 142 9285. The Tokanui Action Roopu (TAR) of Licence in respect of the premises situated at 815 Franklin Street, Pirongia 3802 known as Five TAR Block Ltd Franklin Street, Pirongia 3802 known as Five Stags Restaurant and Bar. Tree Services Stags Restaurant and Bar. The general nature of the business conducted (or Invite: The general nature of the business conducted (or to be conducted) under the licence is Restaurant All Kaumatua, Tangata Whenua mo ou to be conducted) under the licence is Restaurant, and bar. Haapu Maha to attend our Third Waananga bar and hotel. The days on which, and the hours during which (Workshop) facilitated by Paul Kaawhia The days on which, and the hours during which alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the Te Muaraahi who is now compiling a alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday from 11.00am to • Chipping • Felling • Maintenance • Hedges licence are: April - September: Monday to 10.00pm. Cultural Impact Assessment, regarding, • Stump grinding Sunday 11.00am to 2.00am the following day. The application may be inspected during ordinary YOUR WHENUA (taken under the October - March: Monday to Thursday 11.00am Public Works Act (1908). office hours at the office of the Waipa District to 2.00am the following day and Friday to Council, District Licensing Committee at either 101 Sunday 9.30am to 2.00am th following day. Bank Street Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street Te Waananga Tua Rua will be Held: The application may be inspected during ordinary Cambridge. office hours at the office of the Waipa District TE RA Saturday 24 July 2021 Any person who is entitled to object and who Trade Services Council, District Licensing Committee at either 101 wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not TE WAA 10am to 4pm Bank Street Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street later than 15 working days after the date of the IHEA Waipa Workingmen’s Club Cambridge. FOR TELEVISION publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of IRS & TU Inc, 139 Albert Park Drive, Any person who is entitled to object and who the objection with the Secretary of the District REPA NING Te Awamutu 3800 wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, elevision Aerial Installations & Extensions later than 15 working days after the date of the Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. atellite Dish Installation Since On arrival, kindly register publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of No objection to the issue of a new licence may be tereo Repairs 1990 your name & contact the objection with the Secretary of the District made in relation to a matter other than a matter Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, details. It would also be specified in section 105 of the Sale and Supply of WESTEND ELECTRONICS 871 5193 appreciated if attendees Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. Alcohol Act 2012. could arrive half an hour No objection to the issue of a new licence may be This is the first publication of this notice. before we commence. made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105 of the Sale and Supply of Kia Ora Tatou Alcohol Act 2012. Wanted to Buy This is the first publication of this notice. Livestock & Poultry RSVP: TAR Admin Support or Exchange [email protected] Get rid of those ugly stumps wanted easily! Affordable Stump Grinding, will remove them, Church Services Firewood Garage Sales calf milk our tracked machine only FIREWOOD for sale, 5m3 TE AWAMUTU Bocock’s places 4lb per inch weight truck load - $200, 10m3 on the ground so no ugly $340 truck load. 179 ELIZABETH AVENUE th Calf Rearing Delivered to Te Saturday 24 July, 8am Calf Milk Wanted wheel marks on the lawn. start, tools, kitchenware, Phone: Phone 02118527550211852755 for a free quote Awamutu. Phone 07 873 Phone Deb 9190 or 021 617 349. clothes and more. Mark 027 474 6917 TO VISIT VISITED 0274 901 007 ❏❏Pete 027 433 1440 Grazing HAY- good small bales $12 Plants & Gardens CARAVANS incl GST. Also two bales WREN of silage, $100 each. Boats, horse floats, Phone 07 870 6018. PIRONGIA quads, trailers, Find your next outboards, old cars, Experience more ROOF TOPIARY trailers, shed Experience more car now. clearouts, Open Fridays10am-4pm motorbikes. Any for less. COATINGS SILAGE 132 Sainsbury Road condition, for less. SMALL wrapped silage Pirongia OR phone anywhere. bales, good quality Phone Steve grabone.co.nz DRIVEN.CO.NZ $21+GST. Ph 027 291 5150. Susan Ranstead 027 622 0011 0274 176 379 AGRICULTURAL CONTRACTOR ALUMINUM FLYSCREENS Qualiﬁed ARBORIST

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• Canopy Pruning • Farm trees • Tree removal • Specimen trees • Large/ hazardous tree work • Hedge trimming • Chipping • 5 T digger Trade Services Employment Employment Vacancies Vacancies We are looking for staff! We all eat with our eyes. Kitchen Hand & Customer Service FFAL O - From 8am to 4pm COOK - Monday to Thursday and one H day every third weekend Saturday, Sunday, Monday 7.30am – 1.30pm O ES L - Pirongia based As a member of our food service team, you will be • Soak • Surface wells Email through CV with expression of interest responsible for the preparation, presentation and • Lined Soak holes to [email protected] • Concrete products Fat Kiwi Café in CCafeafe ChefChef / CookCook service of our Residents menu. available Otorohanga has two If your food service philosophy is the same as vacancies available. Columbus Coffee is a fast-paced café, • Foundation Drilling 733 Franklin ours - “Quality home cooked meals, presentation based in Mitre 10 Mega Te Awamutu. We • 4WD Trucks COOK /BAKER Street, Pirongia pride ourselves on creating great customer and service”, and you would like to work in an 07 871 9725 OWNER/OPERATOR: Required for all areas: experiences, which makes us the local environment where you can show case your baking, food prep, grill. creative cooking skills… FREEPHONE favourite for a growing number of regular Approx 30 hours per STEVE COLSON customers. week on a rostered 0508 HOLES DUG basis, including some FERTILIZER Call Andrew 0508 465 373 A member of our kitchen team is leaving weekends. shortly, so we require an experienced café SPREADER 0275532614 FOH CAFÉ ASSISTANT chef or cook to join our busy team. FLUE CLEANING DRIVER Approx 30 hours per AND log fire inspection This is a full-time position, daytime only, $125 and all flue and log week on a rostered 5 days per week. It will include at least one REQUIRED fire repairs. I also do new basis, including some fireplace installations. weekend day. DishonournottheAgedasweshallallbenumberedamongthemDishonour not the Aged as we shall all be numbered among them Phone Mark on 07 829 weekends. - Class 5 Licence preferred 8103 or 021 457 342. For both positions - Consideration given to Class 2 Licence The role involves: baking for the counter, experience is preferred - Spreader or agricultural tractor driving preparing food for the cabinet, and cooking an advantage but not essential as full the Columbus breakfast and lunch menus to - Good work ethics training will be given. DRAINAGE order. - Positive attitude No job too big or too small - Please email your Contact John You will: WE DO IT ALL! application to 027 496 1815 or 07 871 4454 • Understand that quality comes first, Phone Bryan [email protected] JC & RB Hoskin 027 498 9021 • Have good time-management skills and anytime work quickly and efficiently, • Be able to multi-task, • Be organised and capable of planning LAWN Experienced ahead, tractor • Take pride in being part of a clean, BBaristaarista drivers efficient kitchen team. MOWING required Columbus Coffee is a fast-paced cafe, based in Mitre 10 Mega Te Awamutu. We If this role sounds like you and you would * Experience in pride ourselves on creating great customer Free quotes cropping and like the opportunity to become part of agricultural experiences, which makes us the local Reasonable rates a close and dynamic team who have a contracting favourite for a growing number of regular Phone Steve * A full drivers commitment to providing exceptional EXPERIENCED SENIOR/INTERMEDIATE licence customers. 021 747 225 *Reliable and customer service, coffee and food, then ACCOUNTING PERSON flexible good attitude please forward a CV and cover letter to CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OFFICE We are looking for a friendly, customer * Mechanical [email protected] knowledge focused barista to join our Front of House PLUMBING An opening has arisen in our office for a person to Phone Steve team. AFFORDABLE 0274 733 660 join our team. RATES Ohaupo Ag Ltd Here is your opportunity to serve up the best We are seeking a person who can “hit the ground Phone Bryan coffee in town and learn from an experienced 027 498 9021 running” and has the following attributes: team. anytime • Must have at least 2 years experience in a The successful applicant will have: Chartered Accountants office and the ability • A passion and enthusiasm for great WEED to prepare accounts and tax returns to draft customer service, and will enjoy SPRAYING stage is essential. exceeding expectations. • Have good communication skills and be able * Gorse • Have high standards, an eye for detail * Handgun work to work directly with a variety of clients. and understand the importance of both * Radio controlled • Be able to prepare GST returns for clients quality and speed. units * Competitive rates using various accounting software packages. • Will enjoy learning as you go, in a fast Call Darryn • Be computer literate with a knowledge of a paced environment. 021 142 9285 variety of client accounting programmes. • You’ll naturally take great pride in your • Be able to work well in a team and have a work. Water Services Operator sense of humour. Health • Be reliable and punctual. • Have a “can do” attitude and be able to meet • Have experience as a barista, an interest Do you love getting your hands (and boots) dirty? Are you a fit & deadlines. in coffee, and a desire to learn more. Full IN-STEPIN-STEP practical person who loves working outdoors come rain, hail or training will be given to the successful Podiatry Services shine and doesn’t want to be stuck in an office 24/7? If you enjoy new challenges and this sounds like applicant. OPEN LIZ CLARKE you, please apply in writing or by email with CV by SAT ffor professional We have a great opportunity for you to find out more about how 30th July 2021 to: This is a full-time role and will include at least qualified care the Council makes sure our taps produce clean water, our sewage one weekend day. (Child Specialist) systems work efficiently and storm water is well managed. Brown Pennell (2019) Ltd 414 Cambridge Rd Chartered Accountants If this sounds like you and you would like Te Awamutu You’ll spend your days supporting the existing Water Services PO Box 114 the opportunity to become part of a close team with the operation and maintenance of public water services TE AWAMUTU 3840 870870 4080 and dynamic team who have commitment treatment and reticulation networks throughout the District. Or email to: to providing exceptional customer service [email protected] Painting & then please forward a CV and cover letter to Decorating It would be helpful if you have some experience in plumbing, drainlaying, pipes or pumps, but it’s not essential - it’s more [email protected]. NO GST CHARGE important that you have a great attitude and a willingness to get stuck in. Hammerhands Roofer INTERIOR / Skilled So if you love to be out & about, this could be the role for you! Labourers required PAINTING & This is a full time permanent role. wanted WALLPAPERING Experience preferred ☛ Waikeria Prison but not essential. For more information on this opportunity to make a job Must have own Find your next Semi Retired difference in your community, ☛ $25/hour starting transport. rate Maybe more suitable car now. John Crichton please call Kylie Mouat on 07 873 4000. ☛ Immediate start, for a younger person. To apply send your cover letter and resume to paid weekly 027 4855 654 [email protected] by Friday 23 July. Call or text Matt on Phone Te Awamutu 022 183 1872 027 331 3729 DRIVEN.CO.NZ Thursday, July 22, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 23

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241 Brady Street Te Awamutu 3 1 1 Central and Convenient Location Sale By Deadline Closes: 4:00pm Thursday This solid 1960's brick family home in a super convenient 5th August 2021 (unless sold prior) location is a perfect opportunity to step onto the property ladder or add to your rental portfolio. View Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm Featuring three double bedrooms and set on a quarter acre teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz section, there is huge scope to ad value. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 Ian Jones 027 447 1758 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 [email protected]

SALE BY DEADLINE

250 Ryburn Road 4 2 2 8491m2 Ohaupo

The Best Of The Country Near The City Auction 1:00pm Thursday 5th August Just a short drive from Hamilton, this beautiful 2021 (unless sold prior) brick and linea home in a picturesque lifestyle ______setting has all the bells and whistles a modern View home needs - including a quick commute to Sunday 2:00 - 2:30pm the city. ______6/83 Te Kawa Road Otorohanga 2835m2 A spacious modern kitchen, large living areas, Agent A Perfect Section for Your Dream Home four double bedrooms, covered outdoor living Sale By Deadline Closes: 4pm Wednesday Ema Wilson 027 788 7730 Conveniently located less than 15mins (aprox.) to Te 4th August 2021 (unless sold prior) spaces, it’s an entertainer’s dream. And did we Awamutu & Otorohanga, this is a superb opportunity to mention the sound-proofed media room? Or purchase a north facing 2835m2 (aprox.) section that is View teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1FCTGG8 the exceptional mountain views? LJ Hooker Te Awamutu close to town amenities & is perfectly positioned to (07) 871 5044 capitalise on extended rural views towards the mountains. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 Braden Chick 027 373 7790 teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1FDSGG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 [email protected] LJ Hooker Te Awamatu trading as Te Awamutu Realty (REAA 2008). All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.