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More than 50 members of the public took advantage of the Department of Corrections two public consultation events in the district held last week to find out Christmas treat more about the proposal to expand Next Wednesday is the final Waikeria Prison. 2016 meeting for Te Awamutu The department has also Continuing Education Group directly consulted with occupants and will feature Magician Andre of 25 neighbouring properties. Vegas, with a spectacular On hand from the department presentation, including new were Waikeria Prison Director tricks to mystify everyone. Kevin Smith, Prison Capacity Pro- Te Awamutu Courier editor gramme Director Andrew Robert- Dean Taylor will give a resume son, RMA and Stakeholder Lead of his experiences with the Craig Erskine, plus support staff. newspaper, followed by Feedback generally indicates Christmas Luncheon. the public is positive about the Everyone is welcome — to proposal — with some localised book phone 871 6434 before issues raised. Monday. For more info see ad. These included the possible effects of increased traffic, the night-time lighting of the site, Mighty Moir effects on the landscape and waste New Zealand's future water treatment. motocross stars were on show at Mr Robertson says the depart- the KTM-sponsored 2016 New ment will now take that commun- Zealand Mini Motocross ity feedback into the examination Championships near Pukekohe. of those and other issues Te Awamutu's Taylor Moir associated with the proposed TC011216DT10 placed consistently high over development, in order to fully WAIKERIA Prison CEO Kevin Smith discusses the prison expansion project with members of the five races to finish fourth in the understand and address them. public at last Wednesday’s consultation evening in Te Awamutu. 7-8 years' 65cc class, won by Already they plan to upgrade Christchurch rider Kobe Thoms the intersection of Waikeria Road and natural colours for buildings. Between now and February By March the new information with five wins from five starts. and SH3, will use new technologies Mr Robertson says the con- next year Corrections will go back will be used to formulate and lodge to mitigate light pollution and to sultation meetings aren’t the last to a number of residents with a formal application, which will be Tree Awamutu specify non-reflective materials chance for public input. updated information. open for public submissions. A pop-up Christmas tree forest is open at North End Church this month. Families, groups and businesses construct a tree that represents what Traffic lights a first for WDC Christmas means to them. The forest is open December 12, 13 and 14, 7pm to 9pm and Waipa’s first ever council-owned set of the beginning of another in Cambridge North everyone can get used to the new layout.” December 13, 12.30pm to traffic lights will be turned on next week. with physical work on a $1.6 million project The lights are the first set in Waipa installed 2pm. Koha is appreciated. From Monday traffic lights will control the involving Swayne Road, Bowen Street and and owned by Waipa District Council. Other intersection of Norfolk Drive and Victoria Road Taylor Street now underway. traffic lights in the district are owned and in Cambridge. It includes upgrading stormwater and operated by the NZ Transport Agency and help The traffic lights are part of a wider project wastewater systems, installing a new sewer control traffic on the State Highway network. recently completed in Cambridge North. The pipe and providing new footpaths, car parks Note: Long-time Te Awamutu residents will project, which included the extension of and street lighting. recall our two sets of traffic lights. Norfolk Drive, connects Cambridge North to A mini roundabout will be built at the In pre-WDC days lights controlled a pedes- the rest of the town and also allows for forecast Bowen St-Taylor St intersection, similar to that trian crossing in Alexandra Street and more growth. at the Alpha St-Empire St intersection. recently there were light on the Alexandra/ Other work included widening Victoria Group manager service delivery Barry Arawata/Sloane Street intersection. Road, installing wastewater and storm water Bergin has acknowledged the level of ongoing Those were owned by NZTA from when SH3 infrastructure, building a shared footpath/ work in Cambridge North and has urged came through Arawata and Sloane Streets and cycleway and installing new pedestrian motorists and cyclists to take extra care when were removed in 1992 when Albert park Drive crossings, kerbing and planting. travelling on Victoria Road. opened. The lights will be turned on at 10am Monday “There are a lot of roadworks about — we As part of the Heart of Te Awamutu project, morning and Norfolk Drive will be open to acknowledge that,” he said. “We really need a study showed the lack of traffic lights was traffic at the same time. people to be mindful of the new lights in seen as a positive aspect of Te awamutu by The completion of one project has signaled particular, and to be patient with others so visitors.
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Te Awamutu Otorohanga Putaruru 2 Livingstone Brothers Ln 12 Progress Drive 89 Tirau Street 335 Alexandra St,Te Awamutu P: 07 871 6781 P: 07 873 8500 P: 07 883 3423 T: 8717741 F: 8718555 E: [email protected] 2 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 1, 2016 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CourierTe Awamutu Community Newspaper of the Year 2014 Invest in education for our own people Your community newspaper for over 100 years. The future of work in New Zealand is and watch inequality skyrocket. I’m not. The best way to upskill our population Circulated free to 14,055 homes through Te Awamutu uncertain, with 46 per cent of jobs under We have around 42,000 homeless people is to encourage them to go onto further threat from technological advancement. in New Zealand and 1/3 of Kiwi kids education, something that could be done and surrounding districts. Not to mention the fact that many of us growing up in poverty. through free or incentivised tertiary edu- CIRCULATION 14,055* (7136 urban, 6919 rural) watch with dread as prices continue to Our health service and education cation. rise while wages stagnate. It is getting sectors are facing further budget cuts, Incentivised tertiary education and We welcome letters - preferably via email. They harder and harder for the majority of New while we continue to bring in around training programmes would be a great should be under 300 words and must have the Zealanders to get ahead. People don’t want 70,000 people a year. way to decrease poverty and increase sender’s name, address and phone number. No a handout, they want a hand up. This is seriously unsustainable for our employment because work is the greatest pseudonyms are accepted and names will only be They want something to hope for, a economy. liberator from poverty. withheld in special circumstances at the discretion stake in our nation and a share in If we really want to see growth and We have to stop focusing on short-term of the editor. Letters are not usually acknowledged prosperity. positive change in our country, we have to surpluses and look at the long-term social and may be edited, abridged or discarded. But 70 per cent of our nation’s wealth start building it from the ground up, cost if we don’t invest in our own people goes straight to the top 10 per cent, brick-by-brick. There are 131,000 unem- through education and employment. MANAGER meaning that shares in prosperity are ployed people in New Zealand. Let’s give We need an economy that works for Alan Price [email protected] getting increasingly harder to find. them the skills to fill the gaps rather than everyone. Some people may be content to sit back importing workers. LUKE EAST EDITORIAL Dean Taylor (editor) [email protected] Colin Thorsen (journalist) [email protected] Few changes to council committees Bethany Tiddy (journalist) [email protected] ADVERTISING Waipa District Council has Dorinda Williams made little change to its commit- [email protected] tee structure for the coming term. Ange Holt [email protected] At Tuesday’s meeting Te Awamutu councillor Andrew Bookings Brown was reappointed chair of [email protected] the Finance and Corporate Com- CLASSIFIEDS mittee. Rhonda Oosterman, Pirongia councillor Bruce Tania Cortesi-Western, Thomas was reappointed chair Alanah Harvey of the Regulatory Committee, [email protected] with fellow Pirongia councillor Clare St Pierre reappointed ANDREW BRUCE CLARE LIZ GRAHAME DELIVERY QUERIES 0800 111 200 chair of the Audit and Risk BROWN THOMAS St PIERRE STOLWYK WEBBER POSTAL ADDRESS Committee. 97 Sloane Street, PO Box 1, Te Awamutu 3840 The Strategic Planning and allocate funds to events in the capacity to oversee the renewal and Policy Committee with any OFFICE HOURS Policy Committee is now district. and monitoring of water associated projects or activities Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-4.30pm chaired by Cambridge council- The Service Delivery Com- consents held by the Council. to be overseen by that commit- PHONE 07 871 5151 | FAX 07 871 3675 lor Liz Stolwyk. This committee mittee continues to be chaired Council has not appointed a tee. Council may establish work- will appoint a District by deputy mayor Grahame Heritage Committee. Any poli- ing groups for specific projects. Promotions Committee as a sub- Webber. The committee will cies in the heritage, arts and Membership of all commit- ISSN 1170-1099 (Print) ISSN 2253-4075 (Online) committee which will include appoint a new Three Waters biodiversity areas will be devel- tees is detailed on Waipa District *Circulation Source: Audited Bureau of Circulation, 1 YE Dec 2012 community representatives and sub-committee in an advisory oped by the Strategic Planning Council’s website.
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We are now open Sundays from Fun for the family 10am to 2 pm, and we look forward to seeing you soon. - Regards Lynnette Te Awamutu came together to break the silence about family vio- lence at a family event TC011216SPWHIT- on Saturday that cele- ERIBBON brated White Ribbon LOCAL Day. firefighters The free event was attended the held at the Te Awamutu free family Sports Club and aimed event. to raise awareness about family violence. Local firefighters attended the event and were available to meet 07 871 6583 members of the com- munity. www.teamseven.co.nz There was a free saus- age sizzle, a bouncy castle, music and per- formances from the Te Awamutu Intermediate kapahaka group and Imperious Dance. Plans are already underway for next year and organisers say it will be bigger and better. CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2016 Book early for your end of year function November: Friday 25th & Sat 26th December: Friday 2nd, 9th & 16th, Saturday 3rd, 10th & 17th TC011216SPBBQ FREE sausage sizzles 7pm - Midnight were enjoyed at the Includes a 4 course Mediterranean banquet and event on Saturday. live band. Accommodation on site.
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Several arrests were made following a brawl order food following the incident. between two groups in the Te Awamutu The Warehouse security staff called the police McDonald’s/Warehouse carpark area last week. after hearing yelling and swearing in the car park. A high school aged student was reportedly A staff member says about 10 police arrived and assaulted in the incident involving school were outnumbered by the group of more than 30 students and adults on Wednesday at about people who were reportedly from Te Kuiti and Te 1.30pm. Awamutu. Dawn Til Dusk cafe staff heard a woman “I didn’t want them to enter the Warehouse,” he screaming, “who beat up my son?” said. They say some of the people were wearing red “I was just doing my job and keeping the store bandanas and one person came into the store to safe.” Travel Great Barrier Escape Flights with Sunair from Hamilton to Great Barrier, depart Fridays 8.45am, return Sundays 4.30pm. 2 nights at Great Barrier Lodge in a waterfront studio unit with breakfast. Return shuttle transfer to Hamilton Airport, 3 days car hire. Tiny sketches show $880.00 per person twin share, $1175.00 single. The Wellington Explorer Thursday 9th Sunday 12th March 2017 Return travel on the Northern Explorer Train from Te Kat Merewether has Awamutu to Wellington. Three nights accommodation in a been working on a Harbour View Room at Rydges Hotel. “tiny sketch a day” $699.00 per person twin share. project for the last year Add one of the following to your package - Food & Wine, and will exhibit her City & Te Papa, Weta Workshop. drawings at Walton Street cafe this month. Experience Stewart Island The local illustrator 2 nights at Stewart Island Lodge, king or twin room with breakfast. Package includes a coach transfer from and author is the Invercargill Airport to Bluff, ferry to Stewart Island, Village creator of the award- and Bays Tour, Patterson Inlet Cruise and Ulva Island Tour, winning Kuwi the Kiwi new product ‘Wild Kiwi Encounter’ launching this month & series. return flight from Stewart Island to Invercargill. Free time to The pop-up store explore the many walking tracks, or to just relax and enjoy will open on Tuesday, the scenery. December 13, and will $795.00 per person twin share. run until December 23. The sketches are all original and will be $20 each, with Come in and purchase $10 from each sale going towards your gift vouchers Stop the Bus,an interactive • Rotorua Canopy Tour • documentary • Sky Diving • about child abuse. The pop-up • Our Packages • store will also sell a range of Kuwi the Kiwi books, Book all of your Christmas travel arrangements Nora’s Closet at the Te Awamutu i-SITE children’s clothes, INTERISLANDER / BLUEBRIDGE / INTERCITY / ACCOMMODATION Needle and Nail handmade toys i-SITE gift vouchers available for all these tours and many other travel products we sell and other Christmas gift Te Awamutu i-SITE Visitor Centre ideas. Gorst Avenue, Ph 871 3259, [email protected] 4 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 1, 2016 IN BUSINESS CIRCLES WHAT’S HOT Peach and Porker new start WHAT’S NOT BY BETHANY TIDDY Live music, outdoor seat- ing, new staff and new menus are part of the plans for the HOT new ownership of Peach and ■ The lady who delivers our Courier to Porker on Alexandra St. Pekerau Cres with care and a smile. Barry Mann has moved ■ from Auckland to Te Awa- Wendy and David at The Warehouse mutu especially to take over who looked after an elderly resident Peach and Porker. who had a fall. He has years of experi- ■ Marvellous, patient and helpful vol- ence in shared bar owner- unteer tutors at SeniorNet. ship and is excited to own his first bar in Te Awamutu. ■ Exceptional service from Sharon at Mann has hired new staff Paper Plus. Not only did she help me and aims to improve the choose, but also carried my shopping customer service. to my car. “If there is good customer service, and good food, Peach NOT and Porker will be popular.” ■ He says he aims to focus People who steal recycling bins on Long Acre restaurant out overnight. Please return. the back of Peach and ■ Used horse manure bags scattered Porker. on Racecourse Rd and Taylor Ave. “Many people don’t even know there’s a restaurant ■ The people who abused the truck out the back.” driver who had a break-down by the He hopes to bring through RSA. You all should have helped push live concerts, add outdoor him clear. seating and indoor plants to ■ make the place “more Rubbish dropped near Mangapiko St lively”. - requires a daily clean up. Most of the indoor decor and the 18 pokie machines TEXT: write TAC HOT or TAC NOT then your opinion. will remain. Send to 021 241 4568 There are plans for quiz nights, evening screenings of TC291116BT01 EMAIL: write HOT or NOT then your opinion. sports games and jazz music STAFF of Peach and Porker, from left: Restaurant manager Manpreet Singh, sous chef Send to [email protected] concerts. Deepak Summan, head chef Nicole John and restaurant owner Barry Mann. In the kitchen is head chef DELIVER: write HOT or NOT then your opinion. Nicole John and sous chef Porker is perfect for Christ- 11pm, Friday 10am-2am and Tickets are $40 and can be Drop into oourur offi ce 97 Sloane Street Deepak Summan, who have mas functions. Saturday 10am-1am. purchased at Peach and recently designed a new $12 “We’ll even have a Christ- There is a community Porker. express lunch menu. mas menu.” fundraiser and Christmas Canapes and a glass of With December approach- Opening hours are casino night on Saturday, bubbles will be provided on ing, he says the Peach and Sunday to Thursday 10am- December 3. the night.
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Te Awamutu’s land- mark main street Commer- cial Hotel is up for sale following a $1.3 million renovation. The 1930m2 hotel is located on a high profile 1373m2 corner site where there has been a pub since 1876. The present art deco style hotel was built in the early 1930s. It is now for sale after a major refurbishment and the establishment of a new restaurant and bars. back some of the art deco attract an experienced The property, excluding features as part of the in- Auckland-based hospitality the business, goes up for terior refurbishment. The operator as tenant. They auction in Bayleys Hamil- fitout has been completed have taken a five-year lease ton auction room on to a very high standard, over the ground floor with Thursday, December 8, un- right down to the threaded rights of renewal until 2036. less sold prior. bar stools which spin to Upstairs the 38-room ac- Alex ten Hove, who is adjust height.” commodation component marketing the property Names have also been of the hotel has a separate with Bayleys Waikato col- chosen that reflect the his- lease until April 2018. league Mike Swanson, says tory of the region. “Longer term, there is the hotel has been integral The restaurant is The potential to further in- part of Te Awamutu’s cen- Long Acre Grill and Bar , crease the property’s in- tral commercial precinct after the practice of come by refurbishing and for 140 years and has been droving cattle to market remodelling the upper level given a new lease of life by and feeding them on the to upgrade the standard of Mike and Claire Gibson ‘long acre’ roadside along accommodation and capi- Waipa District Libraries present who have owned the prop- the way to have them at talise on the shortage of erty since 2001. peak condition at sale time. visitor accommodation in “The couple used the The main bar is the Peach the Waipa area,” says Mr a summer reading programme expiry of a previous lease and Porker in honour of the Swanson. in 2015 to undertake a com- pigs that used to clean up “The current owners plete makeover of the the rotting fruit in the had planned to do this as A FREE programme for ground floor. They have District. the second stage of the reconfigured it into a new The property also has a building’s development but children aged 5-12 years family style restaurant cap- substantial commercial kit- have now decided to sell able of seating 120 people chen, chillers and cellars because of increasing hos- Registration opens on Monday 5th Dec. 2016 with its own bar, plus an- which service the res- pitality commitments in other large main bar area taurant and bars. Auckland where they oper- Places are limited to 70 children at each library with separate lounges in- “There is also a com- ate two wedding venues cluding one for 18 gaming pletely new toilet and and a catering business. This programme involves reading at machines,” says Mr ten ablutions block which is a This leaves an add value Hove. similar standard to what opportunity for the next home and three check-ins at the “It’s an iconic pub and you would find in a five- owner.” library during the holidays. the owners have done a star hotel,” says Mr ten Mr Swanson says the huge amount of work to Hove. building has been solidly make it modern and invit- Mike Swanson says the constructed and a seismic ing while retaining its his- high quality fitout and the assessment undertaken be- torical integrity. hotel’s well established fore its refurbishment Te Awamutu Library “One of their main position as the largest pub showed it to be 81 per cent objectives was to bring in Te Awamutu has helped of New Building Standard. Selwyn Lane | 07 872 0055
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BY DEAN TAYLOR the time, so he was put into the major changes to take advan- parts department. tage of opportunities — even if In November, 1966 Stu It wasn’t what he wanted at it seems risky at the time. The Tervit, the youngest of five the time, but by the time he was business takes a more global boys, was still at home on the 20 Mr Tervit was parts mana- approach and is determined to family farm at Pukeatua and ger, with staff under him, and be competitive. about to end his high school the idea of being a mechanic The result is one of the career. was behind him. largest dealerships in New Zea- Last month his wife Erica, “I loved working in parts land, for a town of this size and and the team at TML, shared a and learned lots of valuable business all over the country. low-key celebration of half a lessons for later business life,” Decisions he has made must century working at the same he says. have paid off — Rosetown business for the now owner. He says it taught him about Holden is a multi-award win- Back in 1966, TML was finance, stock control, people ning New Zealand franchisee. already a well-established busi- and staff management and mar- Losing the Mitsubishi fran- ness — it had been operating for keting — great disciplines for chise was a bitter blow at the 25 years after it was founded by business. time, but now as a dedicated Clive Langmuir. He employed Mr Tervit stayed in parts Holden dealership, Mr Tervit Eric Freed as office manager. until 1987, by which time TML says it was a blessing in dis- In 1943 Mr Langmuir and Mr had merged with Ebbett Holden guise. Freed formed a partnership, to become a dual franchise “We’ve got great product which prospered from a largely operation. and the future is exciting for farm machinery business into a He joined the sales team in the brand, which will have the tractor franchise and then a 1987, became manager in 1988 best of GM’s global products to Todd Motors franchise. and bought into the business in choose from,” he says. In 1951 they moved from 1994. “I think it will be stronger, Sloane Street to new, larger Mr Tervit says he enjoyed especially as the Australian premises on the corner of Alex- sales even more than parts, and design HQ will stay and ensure andra and Churchill Streets. had some definite ideas about vehicles we market are ideal By 1956 Mr Langmuir had how to make the business more for our conditions.” withdrawn from the business, successful. He thinks electric vehicles and Mr Freed became the These included being open are definitely the future and owner. seven days, including Sunday will be here in five years. Move forward to 1966, and (one of his jokes, Mr Tervit says “Never say never.” Mr Freed approached George humour plays a part as well) He says 50 years seems more Tervit and suggested one of his and bringing all aspects of the like five. boys should come and work for business closer together, which “We’re always busy, or make him. was achieved recently. ourselves busy,” he says. Young Stu was the only He says people sell cars — “I’ve enjoyed the staff, most brother without a career, so he you need to be at the coalface of the time. I’ve enjoyed our was taken on to eventually when the buyers are looking to clients, we share some humour. start a mechanical apprentice- get your share. “I basically enjoy people, TC011216DT01 ship. Mr Tervit also believes which is why I’ll be here a bit PARTS-BOY — now owner — Stu Tervit has been at TML for 50 There were no positions at sometimes you have to make more than 50 years,” he says. years.
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cientists from NIWA are their existence.” asking for help from A computer model will Speople who have had a also be built to enable the long association with East researchers to explore “what Northland, Hauraki Gulf or if” scenarios to help decide on Marlborough Sounds. the best management actions They are researching the for the future. areas where juvenile fish People willing to partici- have congregated to find out pate would be interviewed by how these nursery a researcher. Nautical charts, environments have changed pictures and specimens will over the years and want to also be used to help learn from people who may participants identify where have witnessed these different species and habitats changes. are found, and the changes to NIWA marine ecologist Dr these and the wider environ- Mark Morrison says they are particu- juvenile snapper these include seagrass ment. Participants can remain anony- larly interested in populations of juven- meadows, horse mussel beds and mous. ile snapper less than 10cm long, in the sponge gardens. For blue cod it includes Some of the questions include: Hauraki Gulf and East Northland, or bryozoan fields and rubble such as dead • Where are different juvenile fish small blue cod and tarakihi in the shells, and for tarakihi, tube-worm and habitats found, how common or rare Marlborough Sounds. bryozoan fields. are they, and what species and “As part of this, we are looking to “Unfortunately all of these habitats densities of juvenile fish are found learn from people who have a long have been adversely affected by marine within them? association with these coastal waters, and land-based human activities. This • How has the abundance of these and may have observed such changes.” means that they are likely to be less nursery habitats changed over time? In addition to interviewing people, common and of lower quality than ever Can we pin down the reasons for any the scientists are also keen to gather before.” changes? e.g., changes in adjacent land- any historical records that may help in People would most likely have use, fishing method pressures, general understanding the wider environmen- noticed areas where the water has declines in water quality, increased tal history of the Hauraki Gulf/East become more turbid, where kelp may sedimentation? Northland and Marlborough Sounds. have disappeared, and where the • What sort of wider environmental As the focus is also on habitat and seafloor has become muddier. changes have been observed? e.g., environmental change, the researchers Dr Morrison says the researchers general declines in water clarity/in- are interested in changes in coastal are working from the hypothesis that creases in turbidity, increasing muddi- waters from the shore out to about 30m the loss or reduction of juvenile fish ness of the seafloor, loss of kelp forests deep. Historical photographs, personal habitats means fewer juvenile fish will and horse mussel beds field diaries or fishing logs would be make into adult populations. • What sort of estuarine and/or coastal particularly valuable in helping to “Our goal is to identify where and system changes have been observed understand how things have changed, how habitats function and work on over people’s lifetimes? Dr Morrison says. increasing the survival rates of small Dr Morrison says the young fish are fish. We will use surveys and experi- ■ Anyone willing to participate in the strongly associated with what’s on the ments to learn how the habitats oper- survey can register their details at seafloor, especially living habitats. For ate, where they are and what threatens www.niwa.co.nz/fishsurvey
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Scholarship recipient comes full circle
wo years ago Ohaupo’s youth, providing new and inter- Dairy NZ Scholarship recipient Craig Robertson was esting initiatives to encourage and was also awarded the 2016 Tawarded the inaugural membership and involvement. Frank Pfister Trophy for the Holstein Friesian New Zealand “I’ve always known I wanted annual highest score at an (HFNZ) scholarship to aid in his to work in the dairy industry — I official Holstein Friesian Judg- study towards a dairy career, worked throughout primary and ing School by a youth member. and now he’s beginning that secondary school on the farm, “All of these opportunities career at the same organisation. relief milking and calving. have helped me develop my Mr Robertson was the ideal “When I was 17, a medical passion for the industry, and candidate for the role of South diagnosis cut short my on-farm especially Holstein Friesian Island Field Officer within the career, and I had to start looking cattle. They have also helped me not-for-profit organisation, at alternative options in the develop as a person,” he says. having spent many years industry. “I want to be able to give back involved with HFNZ’s youth “I remember filling out the to HFNZ and its members by arm, Black & White Youth, and HFNZ Scholarship application working hard to ensure others displaying a passion and work- and it asked how my intended have the opportunities I was ing knowledge of the dairy study would relate back to lucky enough to experience.” industry. Holstein Friesian New Zealand,” “Craig has stood out since he says. becoming a member of HFNZ,” Mr Robertson expressed his says HFNZ general manager and desire to one day become a field World Holstein Friesian Federa- officer for HFNZ and to be able to tion Council member Cherilyn work with and benefit farmers Watson. across the country. “Being the first recipient of “I see this position as an our scholarship, participating in excellent opportunity in which youth camps, exchanges and in to work with, be supported by championships, as well as win- and help likeminded people who ning HFNZ awards, Craig’s pro- love Holstein Friesians.” gression to becoming a part of Now based in Canterbury, Mr the HFNZ staff was natural. Robertson has been a proud “We’re very excited to have member of HFNZ for seven years Craig on board and we’re looking and was appointed as an HFNZ INAUGURAL Holstein Friesian forward to seeing him develop associate judge. New Zealand scholarship further within HFNZ.” During this time he has taken recipient, and new HFNZ Mr Robertson says the job is full advantage of HFNZ activi- South Island Field Officer, like a dream come true. ties, attending the South Island Craig Robertson. “I’m excited to get out and Championship Black & White work with some of the most Youth trip, embarking on the progressive farmers in the Romanac Victorian Exchange country,”he says. and receiving the HFNZ Scholar- “I’m also looking forward to ship. co-ordinating and encouraging Mr Robertson was also a 2015
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A_TC101213CA04 FLASHBACK: Te Awamutu College deputy principal Wayne Carter (left), attendance officer Helen Bright and her brother Andrew Nicholson, who features on the Hall of Fame behind them, when Nicholson visited the College in 2013.
BY COLIN THORSEN could have hoped for. up at the Land Rover “I am really looking Burghley Horse Trials in Andrew Nicholson is forward to next season the UK in September. One delighted to have finished with a talented bunch of of the biggest cheers of the number four in the FEI horses,” he said. afternoon was reserved for World Eventing Rider Nicholson finished the Kiwi, who has bounced Rankings after contesting fourth on 476 points, ahead back from a serious neck only a few events in 2016. of all the New Zealand Rio injury to add yet another “I have been very Olympians, and behind the page to his Burghley bio- pleased with how my winner Michael Jung of graphy. season of competitions has Germany on 632 points, It was less than a year gone this year,” he told the runner-up Phillip Dutton since he had suffered Courier. (USA) on 517 and third career-threatening “I only started major placed Christopher Burton injuries in a riding mis- international events in (Australia) 484. hap. Had it not been for his June, so it was a great New Zealand had six in serious injury in 2015, no- result to finish fourth in the top 17, Nicholson in one would have been sur- the world (12-month fourth, Sir Mark Todd at prised at Nicholson rolling) rankings.” six, Jonelle Price at eight, placing second in the pres- Kihikihi’s favourite Clarke Johnstone at 11, tigious event for a third son, now based in Jock Paget at 16 and Tim time. Wiltshire, England, said Price at 17. He and his mount Nereo all his horses have Nicholson astounded have won these horse performed as well as he everyone, placing runner- trials five times. 16 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 1, 2016 Murtagh the Siblings win mixed foursome big winner BY COLIN THORSEN Barry Murtagh (pictured) was The Dearing siblings Ray and the big winner with a 68 nett in Cindy won the 54-hole mixed Sunday’s club scramble at Te foursomes at Te Awamutu Golf Awamutu Club. Golf Club. The winning combo beat the As well as runners-up John Staples and Ani winning the Bahler 4/3 on the 15th in the scramble, division one final of the Heath- Murtagh also cote Appliances sponsored struck the tournament. NEC jackpot A jubilant Cindy Dearing said with a nett it was the first ever pairs com- eagle on the petition that she and her brother 16th hole. had ever won. Sylvia “Being a right-hander and Gooch topped Ray a left-hander did pose some the problems for us. stableford with 38 points, from “Draws and fades brought the Allan Duncan and David George trees into play but it was good on 37. fun with all the matches played George scored the only two of in good spirit.” the day. Arguably their toughest TC011216SP16A TC011216SP16B Open midweek tourney win- match was first up against TOP COMBO: Mixed foursomes, division one MIXED foursomes, division two winners Shayne ners were Percy Kapa with 82 Gwenda Meeke and Phil winners Cindy and Ray Dearing. and Adele Ashford. gross, Mike Claydon 66 nett, Joe Engelbrecht, won on the 19th Vause 39 stableford, John Staples with a par. Gooch on the 17th to make the accounting for Robert Wetere years, the event was well organ- 37. The Dearings were either four final. The Dearings are both dual and Julie Stevanon 4/3 in the ised and generously sponsored Leading ladies were Ani or five up for the majority of the members of Te Awamutu and final. by Heathcote Appliances, and Bahler with 38 stableford, Sylvia match, only to see their oppon- Stewart Alexander golf clubs. The Ashfords also beat Tim thoroughly appreciated by the Gooch 36. ents claw their way back to all Cindy is also a member at Young/Barbara O’Regan 1-up participating players. Mike Claydon profited from square on the 17th. The 18th was Kawhia. and Chris Parker/Sue Pollock The course was prepared and scoring the only two and winning halved, necessitating the match Engelbrecht and Meeke went 1-up. presented in immaculate order, the hidden hole competition. to go into overtime, playing No. 1 on to win the plate. Stewart Young and O’Regan took out drawing many favourable The Centenary Foursomes for again. Alexander’s husband and wife the division two plate. comments for the extra effort the Richard and Petsy Ralph Round two saw the Dearings team of Shayne and Adele Colin Gree reports that, des- made to add to the enjoyment of Trophy was won by Clinton beat Tim Crotty and Sylvia Ashford won division two, pite the lack of entries of earlier this tournament. Rowe and Jill Morgan with vic- tory on the 17th over Morris Griffin and Margaret Johnson. Best of the Veteran men last Golf stalwart finishes five clear of rival Thursday were Ian Poole with 40 stableford, Dave Herlihy, Les Common 37, Shinichi Kajimura, George King played out of his stableford points to finish five featured in the prize list. corded twos. The club’s annual George Vanner, Toby Thomson skin in Sunday’s Timmo’s ITM clear of runner-up Ian Coleman Ian Coleman struck the NEC general meeting is being held at 36. sponsored scramble at Stewart on 43 points. jackpot worth $84 with a nett 9.30am this Saturday, followed The previous week’s scramble Alexander Golf Club. Colin Clarke 40, Bill Shaw 39 eagle on the par five, 17th hole, by a shotgun start to the Bill was won by Sid Lim with 39 The club stalwart and Neal Johnston, Arthur Heke while John Hollinshead and Knight closed Christmas tourna- points, from John Staples, accumulated a whopping 48 and Margaret Mitchell 38 also Cameron Coombes both re- ment. Brenda Staples 36.
Start giving from 23 November Thursday, December 1, 2016 Te Awamutu Courier 17 Camp Commonwealth Games hopeful
BY COLIN THORSEN came out on top for the seventh consecutive year. Katherine Camp has set her Camp managed to come sights on representing New away with her fastest season Zealand at the 2018 Common- opener of 2.05, pleasing her wealth Games in Queensland’s immensely. Gold Coast City. She had a few more races in The rapid 800m runner is New Zealand before heading back home living with her par- overseas for the rest of the ents at Ngahinapouri, European season, racing reflecting on a year when she against some of the best UK and went extremely close to meet- European runners in the likes ing the qualifying standard for of Belgium and Ireland. the Rio Olympics. Once the qualification “Getting within 1.2 seconds period had ended, Camp fin- was disappointing, but I’ve now ished the season by contesting put it well and truly behind her favourite road race in me,” says Camp. Switzerland. “I’m home for some rest and “The race is held in a beauti- relaxation, mixed with winter ful town called Interlaken and training, to recharge the bat- is a bit of fun. tery for what will be another “The men start off 30 big year in 2017. seconds after the women and “I will be here for the New the first four people to finish Zealand athletics season win the prize money. (March/April) before heading “It is very hard for the back to my base in Cardiff for women to win but I still enjoy the European season.” the atmosphere.” Camp is currently ranked Athletics is a time consum- second in New Zealand over ing sport at elite level, involv- 800m and seventh on the all- ing training twice a day. Then time list headed by Toni there is the cost of travel and Hodgkinson with a time of training facilities. To help fund 1.58.25, set in 1996. her athletic career, Camp cur- The only other females to go rently works part-time as a under two minutes are Angela sports massage therapist, Petty (1.59.06) in 2015 and Nikki enabling her to buy running Hamblin (1.59.66) in 2010. gear and cover travel expenses. Camp recorded her PB of However, to head to Europe 2.02.70 in Dublin on July 22, TC011216SP17A TC011216SP17B again this season for the world 2016. TREASURED MEMORIES: New Zealand team-mates Katherine NGAHINAPOURI’S Katherine class competition and be com- “My aim this season is to Camp and Val Adams at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Camp competing in her special- petitive on the international become New Zealand champion Glasgow, Scotland. ist 800m event. stage, the athlete requires some and to meet the qualification support to help her get there. standard for next year’s world Games in Tokyo.” After a She started the season off was at the Potts Classic where championships in London. strong season in 2015, Camp with a few New Zealand races she met some tough competi- ■ If you are able to assist, she “From there, my major goals says she was determined to in January, most notably the tion, including Petty who had would be very appreciative. are to represent New Zealand make her 2016 season even classic meets held throughout already qualified for the Contact Katherine on 021 in the 2018 Commonwealth better, especially with the Rio the country. Olympics later in the year. 02920947 or email kt_ Games and 2020 Olympic Olympics in her sights. Her first 800 of the season After a tough battle, Petty [email protected].
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BY COLIN THORSEN
Te Awamutu Marist’s Joe Bain is the leading bowler and Bryce McCandlish second most prolific run scoring batsman in Waikato Valley Cricket’s 2016-2017 season. McCandlish posted his first century for Marist since switching his allegiance from Te Awamutu Sports last year, laying the foundation for Marist’s nine-run away win over Otorohanga on Saturday. we’ve moved The victory consolidated Marist’s lead Great central location in George Street (just along from The Warehouse) in the South division of the Peter Bennett 40 overs competition. TC011216FP19 McCandlish’s unbeaten 107 off 91 balls MARIST century maker Bryce Pit Stop George St, Te Awamutu Ph 871 8496 was largely instrumental in Marist McCandlish. racking up 261/6 batting first. His knock was laced with 11 fours and five sixes. Bain’s 1-28 against Otorohanga takes It was his eighth century, in all, having his tally of wickets to 13 at the outstanding scored seven tons for his former club. average of 10.92 per dismissal. Pat Goodwin continued his good form Pratt’s Milking Machines Te Awamutu with the bat scoring 35, Devante Waho hit Sports Gold had Waitete reeling at 68/5 WHAT’S’ ON a rapid 31 off 20 balls (3x4s, 1x6) and Scott after 25 overs, only to see rain wash out Sands finished off the innings with a the remainder of the day’s play. quick fire 21no. Pirongia remain in final’s contention Marist very nearly paid the price for after coasting to an eight wicket win over FIELD ONE CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE. going into the field thinking they had Taumarunui, chasing down the 37 run PLEASE REMAIN OFF THE FIELD AT ALL TIMES. already won the game after posting such a target in seven overs. formidable total. A depleted VE Vets Te Awamutu Albert Park is a DOG FREE zone. Otorohanga took to the bowling from Sports Blue team suffered a seven wicket the outset in order to maintain the loss to St Paul’s Collegiate in their Mike TOUCH VENUE HIRE required run rate. Cotter Cup 50 overs match at Kihikihi See draw in Tues courier and on website For all occasions. Inspection welcome. Marist were their own worst enemies Domain. www.tasports.co.nz Own caterer. with some lethargic bowling and fielding Again minus their Waikato Valley allowing the opposition to score freely. reps, TA Sports were dismissed for 91 with TUFF KID CHALLENGE VAN HIRE The visitors had to dig deep late in the only Mike Aitken (31no) coming to grips FRIDAY 9 DECEMBER, 2016 12 seater van for hire. innings and Vinay More stepped up with with St Paul’s ND U19 pace bowlers Tom Contact Ollie for more details. the ball, breaking the partnership of 95 Yarrall and Matt Fisher who collectively [email protected] 0274 519158 Congratulations to Norwood Te Awamutu, between Pete Connell (47) and Brian King claimed eight wickets — Yarrall snaring winner 6 months free advertising from the (89no). More finished with figures of 2-42. 5-17. NETBALL AGM annual club sponsors & codes function. Otorohanga, while disappointed to Marist have an away game against Wed, 7 Dec. 2016, 7pm, Clubrooms www.norwood.co.nz/teawamutu lose, will take plenty of positives away Waikare this Saturday in the first of the from the match after replying with 252/5. two cross-over games with the North We also thank the following Club Sponsors forr V.E.EVV VETERINARYEETERINNAR McCandlish now has 209 runs for the division. Sports Gold are away to Kaihere their continued generous support: SERVICES LTD season at a fraction under 70 runs per and Pirongia meet Paeroa. Sports Blue are innings. away to Morrinsville. Contact Linda or Peter 07 8713910 | [email protected] | www.tasports.co.nz | Mon-Fri 9-3pm
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Aucklander Hayden The Gallagher Chiefs will Rugby match on New Zea- Hart has rocketed into open their 2017 Investec land shores, playing the New Zealand Stockcar Super Rugby campaign with Chiefs. Championship conten- three action-packed New Then it’s a road trip to the tion after winning the Zealand derbies. southernmost point of King Country Title at Kiwi fans have a feast of Chiefs’ country in Round 11, McDonald’s Kihikihi rugby to look forward to where Taranaki fans can Speedway. with the Gallagher Chiefs look forward to welcoming Hart headed the kicking off their season five of their players home in 34-strong field against the Highlanders in a thrilling trans-Tasman leaderboard with 100 Dunedin before hosting clash between the Chiefs points from two wins and back-to-back Friday night and the Reds at Yarrow a third placing in car clashes against the Blues Stadium in New Plymouth. 66A. and the Hurricanes at FMG Eager New Zealand A continuation of this Stadium Waikato in Hamil- rugby fans have a unique form should make him a ton. opportunity to combine strong contender for the The historic highlight of world-class rugby with an NZ Title at Kihikihi on the 2017 rugby calendar unforgettable tropical hol- January 6-7, 2017. takes place on June 20 when iday in Round 13, when the Huntly’s 616H Cody the Chiefs play the British Chiefs return to Fiji to play Webster placed second and Irish Lions at FMG the BNZ Crusaders at ANZ with 86 points, courtesy Stadium Waikato. Stadium Suva. The special of fifth, 10th and fourth With local legend Warren Pacific Island, May 19, placings. Gatland leading a formid- rematch follows on from the His Huntly club-mate, able visiting team, experi- highly successful historic 27H Brett Aikin filled encing this match in person game held last season in Fiji. third spot on a is certainly one for the Chiefs CEO Andrew countback from Strat- bucket list. Flexman was excited to be ford’s 73S Jayden Meyer Other exciting home able to confirm the fixture after both cars TC011216SP21 matches include two early for 2017. accumulated 82 points. STOCKCAR KING: Hayden Hart (centre) with his trophy and minor placegetters, Saturday afternoon kickoffs “We are thrilled to be Aikin followed up his Cody Webster (left) and Brett Aikin, after winning the King Country Championship against quality Australian afforded the opportunity to 17th placing with back- at Kihikihi. Graham Hughes SportsWeb Photography opposition. play in Fiji again in 2017 off to-back thirds to clinch On June 3, the Chiefs will the back of a wonderful the final spot on the McPherson raced, his some great entertain- lap of any race.” take on the Waratahs at occasion in Suva last year. podium. sons were competing in ment, so plan your In the meantime, get 5.05pm, then six weeks later “The people of Fiji love Kihikihi’s Stephen ministocks. Christmas/New Year along to Kihikihi Speed- they’ll host 2016 Australian the game of rugby and it is McPherson raised more Kihikihi club presi- holiday around the New way’s ‘Christmas Bash’ Conference winners the important that we do our bit than the odd eyebrow dent, Ross Cresswell Zealand Champs, you meeting on Sunday, Brumbies at 5.15pm in their to promote the standing of finishing seventh in says spectators looking won’t be disappointed. December 11, racing final regular season com- the sport in that country. We such a big field on his to attend the New Zea- “Stockcar racing is so commencing at 1pm. petition game. know many of our Chiefs’ return to racing after a land Stockcar Cham- unpredictable. There is The club will be run- The Sunwolves have an fans thoroughly enjoyed the two season layoff. pionships in January are no such thing as a cer- ning ministocks, exciting opportunity to ex- experience of travelling to He is joined in a in for some spectacular tain winner. stockcars, saloons, perience Hamilton’s fantas- the island destination last stockcar this season by ‘smash and bash’ action. Rival cars can gang streetstocks and pro- tic hospitality in Round 10 year, so it is another oppor- his two sons, who have “Those who stayed up and legally take out duction saloons. when they visit FMG tunity for them to get on the also signed up with Kihi- away from the King the race leader right up Entry is $15 for adults Stadium Waikato for their road and be part of some- kihi. The last time Country Champs missed to and including the last and $30 per family. first ever Investec Super thing truly unique.” Be cool thissummerforFREE!
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Guest: Dean Taylor, Editor of the Courier Registration from 9am - Start 10 their beautiful baby Jayden we would like "It’s been one year since There will be a delicious Chrismas luncheon girl, to thank everyone for you went away, I think Kids’Track 10.30am-2pm their love, support, served at the Surf ‘n’ Turf restaurant. "Isla Jane" about you everyday. Bookings essential. Price to be advised. Suitable for two and four wheel cards and koha during Not a day goes by I do born 28 November at this difficult time with Perth, weighing shed a tear and wish Everybody Welcome Ride starts and finishes at Ngar Keith’s passing. 3.382kg (7lb 4oz). that you were still here. (signposted fromTe Kawa Cross Thanks to Michelle Now with no one to kiss Everyone well and and Bev for your and Arohena) very happy grand- good night, I hug your behind the scenes pillow nice and tight. I parents Colin and work. 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TE AWAMUTU COURIER “This absolutely incredible movie will move you to tears. Every person from 15 on should definitely see it. Comparable to Saving Private Ryan and those who believe in faith will witness the greatest act Local star guest at R15 of all.”Allan. ★ The Best Value In Show Business ★ Country Music Club New Zealand’s Longest Running Cinema Te Awamutu Country Variety Club DEC 1-7 guest artist this Club Day is multi-award winner Donna Saunders. She has gone from strength to strength since members first heard her at Kihikihi School Hall many years ago and is now a proud member of the local club. Mrs Saunders has represented Te Awa- mutu at many awards and her colleagues are proud of her achievements. Growing up in Rotorua, she joined her high school choir and was also in school productions. BRIDGET JONES’S BABY M Now married, with four children, she 3RD HILARIOUS MONTH. ANEXCEPTIONAL FILM. A very moving,inspirational Academy was encouraged by her mother in law to THU 8:00, SAT 1:15 & 5:35, get up at a country music club and give-it- level film at its best. The wonderful tale of a-go just five years ago. SUN 3:35, TUE 6:30 a true war hero who managed to save It was the start of an awesome ride. 75 lives without lifting a single weapon. Since 2011 she has entered many JACK REACHER: Tremendously powerful, awards and has had success at most. NEVER GO BACK M riveting and enormously affecting. In june 2015 Mrs Saunders won Senior Female and Over 18 Gospel Sections at the 2ND ACTION-FILLED MONTH. HACKSAW RIDGE R15 Te Puke Country Music Awards. FRI & SAT 8:00, SUN 6:00, THU 5:25 & 7:30, At the Eastern Bay Awards she teamed FINAL WED 6:30 FRI 9:50AM, 5:25 & 7:30, up with her duo partner Barbara Manning SAT 5:05 & 7:30, SUN 3:05 & 5:30, to place second and Star Awards in “A fresh, extremely clever, Tauranga last year she won Senior Fe- MON, TUE & WED 5:50 male Section, Top Senior and was the amazingly spectacular overall awards runner-up. artist on the Valray Country Music and enjoyable “An absorbing quality film of intrigue, This January at the Pheonix Country Spectacular alongside international action, tension, drama and romance, Music Awards in her hometown she won artists, who hold her in high esteem. She entertainment. Saw it 3 days laterin 3D and what taking you from Casablanca to Britain Country Rock and Classic Western, came has also appeared in the Opotiki Charity during WWII.” Allan. second in the Classic Female Solo and Concert 2013 and the Thames Country a great experience.Everyone comes with her duo partner won the Duo/Group Music Weekend in March this year. out with high praise.” Allan. ALLIED Section. Although she loves performing, her DR STRANGE M THU & FRI 5:15 & 7:50, SAT 2:35 & 7:50, Teaming up again with Barbara Man- greatest joy is watching two of her 2ND SPECTACULAR MONTH. SUN 10:20 & 5:50, ning and Deb Sattler, Mrs saunders had children also perform in Country Music FRI 7:35, SAT 12:20 & 5:15, MON, TUE & WED 6:20 more success at the Waikato Awards, Awards. winning Classic and placing second in two Everyone is welcome to The Bible SUN 12:50 & 3:15 sections — as well as taking out the Chapel this Saturday from 12.30pm to Plenty to entertain (and offend) everyone. runner-up Senior Overall award. enjoy a great band and great entertain- “Emily Blunt is a standout. BAD SANTA 2 R16 Mrs Saunders has appeared as support ment. It’s incredibly believable. SAT 8:05, FINAL SUN 6:05 Excellent.” Ruth. “Mesmerising,it just gets better and better, A cute, colourful, funny and heart-warming THIS but you do have to concentrate.” Allan. adventure sprinkling happiness, one you will definitely enjoy. FRIDAY 9pm THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN R16 Daughters T 2ND MESMERISING MONTH. TROLLS G HHIIS FRI 5:35, SAT 12:40 & 3:25, of Ally THU 7:55, FRI 10:10 & 5:20, SAT 5:25, SATURDAY SUN 11:15 & 3:25, MON 6:30 SUN 10:40 & 1:25 SATURDAY A girl weds farm boy and loses him to the Acoustic Session “A very tragic tale so savagery of war, and a journey from youth with Brendan Te Awamutu Bible Chapel beautifully told. to womanhood follows. 7pm No wonder our patrons are captured by it.” Allan.Filmed in New Zealand Beautiful but sad Phone 871 4768 Swarbrick Drive – 12.30pm from the epic Scottish novel. and Australia. “Thought it was outstandingly good. THE LIGHT BETWEEN Iloved it.” Hilton. “A lovely film.” Mark. OCEANS M SUNSET SONG M SAT 3:00, SUN 1:00, MON 6:00, THU 5:20, FRI 10:00, SAT 12:25 & 5:30, WED 9:50AM SUN 10:25 & 3:30, TUE 6:00, WED 10:00 & 6:00 Hard hitting,real acting and heart wrenching. Pleasantly enjoyable with something real to If you were to sum up this film in one word, say about the world we live in.It’s nice,it’s that word would be “genuine.” thoughtful and it’s powerful. An important true story told very well with real craft and flair. The I, DANIEL BLAKE M result is absorbing mainstream cinema. THU 5:20, SAT 3:35, SUN 1:35, A UNITED KINGDOM M FINAL WED 10:10 “Iloved it.I’d watched two other ballet docos around the same time and wasn’t The British drama-fantasy-action prequel looking forward to watching a third, but I was to HARRY POTTER. Our patrons like it. so engaged and crying at the end.” Joanne. FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE DANCER M TO FIND THEM M This mind-blowing scientific thriller becomes THU & FRI 5:15 & 7:40, smart, touching and one of the year’s best SAT 12:50, 2:40 & 7:40, films – a masterpiece. SUN 10:50, 12:40 & 5:40, ARRIVAL M MON, TUE & WED 6:10 ALL START DEC 8 SPECIAL MORNING SHOWS FRIDAY, SUNDAY AND WEDNESDAY www.teawamutu.nz/courier Check out what’s on, people, links, games, list your business, community groups, upcoming events Home of the online Te Awamutu Courier 28 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 1, 2016
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