2 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement Tueday, December 12, 2017 Best wishes from Mayor Christmas greeting from MP Taranaki/King Country Waipa Mayor Jim MP Barbara Kuriger. Mylchreest. his year has flown by obyn and I wish and has certainly had its everyone a happy Tups and downs. I was R Christmas and a naturally disappointed in the relaxing holiday. Christ- final election result, but the mas is a fantastic time to National Party fought a spend quality time with strong campaign. family and friends without I am incredibly proud of the normal day to day our National Party leader Rt stresses of our busy lives. Hon Bill English, his strength We are so fortunate to of character and the values he live in New Zealand and in holds dear are a true testa- particular Waipa District – ment of his great leadership. ‘Home of Champions’ It was a real pleasure to where we can all enjoy a meet many of you along the fantastic standard of living campaign trail and I was in a safe and friendly com- touched by the support and munity. kind words that you gave me. We often take these I was delighted when good fortunes for granted, approached to be National but the large number of Party Spokesperson for Rural people moving to Waipa munity asset will prove will provide a central space Communities and also Bio- from overseas and other extremely popular for to share our stories with Security. These are both projects around youth issues. I was disappointed not to parts of New Zealand is many years to come. both our locals and visi- portfolios that hold immense I had a wonderful time at be able to attend The Lines evidence that Waipa is a We also celebrated the tors. importance to me as the MP the Highfield Country Estate Company 2017 Waitomo truly desirable place to opening of Te Ara Kihikihi, In March next year we of a rural provincial elector- Lodge opening in Te Awa- Districts Sports Awards due live. a 4.5km shared pathway will be presenting our draft ate. With the spread of Myrtle mutu. The Te Awamutu Inter- to being in Iceland, but I This year has been which provides a safe cyc- 10-Year Plan which Rust and diseases like mediate Kapa Haka Group understand it was a phenom- another busy, but exciting ling and walking con- includes a range of projects Mycoplasma Bovis that are were fabulous and I know enal evening and would like one. For Te Awamutu, we nection between Te Awa- to cater for the growth damaging to our Primary everyone had an enjoyable to pass on my congratulations have proposed some excit- mutu and Kihikihi. coming our way, as well as Industries, economy and con- morning. to all those people who were ing developments to contri- The next 10 years is making sure our district’s servation, I will be holding the Recently I was invited to nominated and to the recipi- bute towards our vision of about continuing on our character and identity is Labour-led government talk to the Year 10 student’s ents of the awards. creating a vibrant central journey to create an even protected. We are taking accountable ensuring eradi- at Te Awamutu College as There is certainly a sig- meeting space within our better Te Awamutu. some bold steps in making cation plans are firmly put in part of their Social Studies nificant number of sporting town centre. We have exciting plans sure our district continues place. class. They wanted to know talents within the Waitomo One of the big ones is for some of our central to thrive for years to come. I have just returned home and understand what a day in region. starting construction on streets which will encour- While we can never after being in Iceland the life of working in Parlia- My Te Awamutu office has the Pop ‘n’ Good bike park, age a different mix of afford to do everything, attending the Women Politi- ment was like and the pro- recently been located to 53 which has been made pos- shops as well as high- our draft plan provides a cal Leaders Summit with over cesses of Select Committees Mutu Street, Te Awamutu sible by our very generous density residential balance of essential infra- 400 delegates from 100 dif- and also my role as National and I would like to thank you sponsors Donna and Paul development and visitor structure and exciting com- ferent countries. It was excep- Party Junior Whip. all for your patience during Davies who have com- accommodation. munity projects. tionally insightful and I feel I was blown away by the this time. Please look out for pletely funded the project. We are also proposing Once again can we take very fortunate to have maturity and level of our grand opening early next It is community spirit to increase our investment the opportunity to wish attended. questions these young people year. like this that is proof our in heritage sites across the each and every one of you a Iceland is a truly beautiful put forth to me. I can cer- I wish you all a very safe community is full of cham- district and build a Waipa Merry Christmas and pros- place and I was amazed at the tainly see some great politi- and Merry Christmas and look pions. I am sure this com- Discovery Centre which perous Yew Year. construction work and social cians in the future. forward to seeing you in 2018.
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PH: 871 6516 184 ALEXANDRA ST Tueday, December 12, 2017 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement 3 Biggest Christmas Parade yet aturday’s Gisler Architect’s Christ- mas float parade would have to be Sthe biggest yet — and possibly of of the biggest in New Zealand. Over 60 floats took part, the sun was out and crowds lined Alexandra Street for a view. Everyone who took part, or watched, was a winner — but there were some actual winners as well. In the Club Section Te Awamutu Gym sports won from Te Awamutu Kiwanis HAYLEY FROM WINKIS SHOTZ and Te Awamutu Scouts. Winner of the Schools and Church Group was Top Kids George Childcare, with Arohena Playcentre second and Mini Miracles Daycare third. The hotly contested Business group was won by The Te Awamutu Space TC121217DT30 Centre. JOHN Austin lead his business entry — accompanying a John Deere tractor ‘born’ VE Veterinary Services came second the same year as he was. from McDonald’s Te Awamutu. There was also a Champion Float across all divisions — won by Imperious TC121217DT32 Dance Company. HONDA Shop had ‘snow’ idea.
TC121217CT30 TC121217DT31 UP-SIDE-DOWN view of the parade from Te AROHENA Playcentre’s ‘Bigger Digger’ float Awamutu Aerial Artist. was second in category.
to all those involved with our annual community Te Awamutu Christmas Parade this year and to all who put together those amazing Floats! The mix of tractors, trucks, music, dancing, gymnastics, farm animals, horses, walkers and singers was incredible.
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TC121217DT34 CUTE pets as part of VE Veterinary Services float added to the attraction.
TC121217DT33 TRACTOR Pull entry featuring V8 tractors made the biggest noise. HAYLEY FROM WINKIS SHOTZ RUMOUR has it he volunteered to dress like this for the Rosetown Holden float.
TC121217CT31 PART of the display put on by Float Champions Imperious Dance.
TC121217DT35 BEST business float from Te Awamutu Space Centre.
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55 Arawata Street, Te Awamutu, Phone 07 871 5257 Tueday, December 12, 2017 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement 5 Faces of Christmas 20th year for craft group Photos of the 2017 Gisler Architect’s Christmas Float he Pirongia Church Craft Parade in this publication by Dean Taylor, Colin Thorsen Group is celebrating its 20th and Haley Watters (Hayley from Winkis Shotz) Tyear of decorating Pirongia’s St Saviour’s Anglican Church for Christmas and opening the Christ- mas Craft Shop and Cafe´. The group of eight regulars, and up to 14 at times, meets weekly to create crafts and gifts for local markets and the Christmas Shop. Barbara Preece has been involved since the beginning and says the group is as much about socialising as about making crafts. The shop stocks a range of handmade Christmas items — from wreaths for the door to novel decorations for the tree. The church is open for viewing every day from now until Friday, December 22 between 10am-4pm. As well as being decorated, it has been converted into a cafe´ and morning and afternoon teas are available. On Sunday, December 17 the church is holding a cafe´service. Mrs Preece says the church decorations are more traditional than festive — more about the reason for Christmas than the com- mercial side. And she says it is a wonderful atmosphere for some quiet reflec- tion and contemplation. All the funds raised through the cafe´and shop are either donated to the church or local charities. Mrs Preece says groups are welcome to attend, but booking ahead is recom- mended. For any further TC121217DT20 information PIRONGIA Church Craft Group members call 871 9494 Barbara Preece (back) and Ellie Harper put the or 027 871 finishing touches on one of the trees in St 9494. Saviour’s Anglican Church. TrueStyle Improvements is excited to announce we are now selling and installing Superior Fibreglass Pools These are extremely high fi nished pools and are proudly handcrafted in New Zealand please call Craig on 021 247 0900 for your free no obligation quote
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www.husqvarna.com 8 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement Tueday, December 12, 2017 Kids Hospital Appeal raises ■ WIN: Art thieves, fakers and fraudsters $139,750.00 for Waikids Art thefts make hristmas came early for our Waikids team Cthanks to the for a good read Countdown Kids Hospital Appeal fundraising a whop- rt crime is soaring — every year Journal Art Crime and other ping $139,750.00. as much as $10 billion worth of publications. Now in its 11th year, the Aartworks are stolen. We have a copy of the book up for money goes towards life- Many more are vandalised, grabs — and it is also available at Paper saving medical equipment to damaged or destroyed. Plus & Toyworld Te Awamutu. care for unwell kids across Added to this is a flourishing world Waikato DHB Hospitals. of fakes and forgeries, often sold for ■ You can enter by text (write TAC The cheque was pre- millions of dollars and hanging in the Art, plus your name and address, and sented at Hamilton’s Bridge world’s most prestigious galleries. text it to 021 241 4568) or mail Street Countdown — the If you think this is only happening in (address to The Art Competition and store alone raised a stagger- Paris, London and New York, prepare include your name, address and ing $31,000 — the second to be surprised as art curator Penelope daytime phone number). Deadline is highest total in the country. Jackson reveals the underbelly of the 5pm Friday. Special thanks were New Zealand art world in her ideal given to Jeremy Pritchard DHB and Countdown staff celebrate the fundraiser. Christmas present book Art thieves, and Ben Aitken who kindly fakers and fraudsters — the donated a trailer for the to do something extra to ment.” $23,100. New Zealand story. raffle. help raise money for a very The Appeal helps The Giraffe Warmer for It’s an impressive A total of 3668 knitted worthy cause. Waikids like Chase Porter, at NICU provides uninterrup- collection of cases, im- items from blankets to “Waikids staff provides only several months old he’s ted thermal heat, resulting in mensely entertaining booties were also presented miracles to unwell kids and one of the littlest battlers a warm and and meticulously to Waikato Hospital’s New- it’s fantastic for Countdown born with a rare and life- developmentally supportive researched. born Intensive Care Unit to be able to give back. threatening heart condition. environment for the baby. Jackson provides (NICU), thanks to a loyal “The donation to The items on Waikato’s It gives complete access ample evidence that art number of knitters across Waikids wouldn’t be possible 2017 wish list were: and visibility for clinical staff crime abides by the same the region and one from without the commitment ■ Cardiovascular ultrasound and parents. rules no matter where it is South Africa. from our team and loyal system $137,750. Since its beginning, the committed. Countdown Te Awa- customers.” Primarily situated in Appeal has raised $11.6 Here are all the research mutu’s store knitted the Waikato DHB’s NICU, the cardiovascular million dollars for hospitals complexities — including most pieces at 585 thanks Women’s and Children’s ultrasound system is used to across the country, this problems of museum security, to their supportive knitting Health director Michelle scan baby’s hearts and year’s total was $1.26 policing priorities and the group Creative Fibre. Sutherland said “Every year brains, giving valuable diag- million says Countdown’s closed world of the art market. With a number of it feels like the team at nostic information. The staff acting general manager of Jackson is an art historian, Countdown staff at the pre- Countdown bring more needed help to replace one operations Ryan McMullen. an independent curator, a sentation there were lots of passion and enthusiasm to (which was originally “It makes me so proud to founding member of the New emotions and cheers heard the appeal. fundraised by the commun- see all the hard work of our Zealand Art Crime Research Trust from the crowd with “We can’t thank all the ity over 10 years ago) with team and support from our and a former director of the Countdown’s group mana- Waikato Countdown team an increase of cardiac customers“he says. Tauranga Art Gallery. ger Karl Jones, saying: “The and customers enough for patients following treatment “Every year Waikato do She holds degrees in art history annual Countdown Kids the invaluable fundraising at Starship, and the need a fantastic job, and really from the Universities of Queensland Hospital Appeal is great for that helps us to purchase provide care closer to home. stand out with their fundrais- and Auckland, has contributed to Art all our team because we get lifesaving medical equip- ■ Giraffe Warmer for NICU ing efforts.” New Zealand, Art Monthly Australia,
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Dand sometimes you can get real bargains when you buy online. But make sure you know what protections you have before you hit the check-out button. “If you buy goods or services online, there are some really important things you need to know about who you are buying from, because this can affect what your consumer rights are if the sale goes wrong,” says Jessica Brown of Citizens Advice Bureau Te Awamutu. “You’re covered by the Consumer Guarantees Act and the Fair Trading Act for goods or services sold by a business that is based in New Zealand — even if you bid for it in an auction. “But if the seller is not a business or if they are based overseas you don’t have much protection.” Mrs Brown says that if you do want to buy from a private seller, you can minimise your risk by getting their full name and address (in case you need to track them down later), checking the feedback from past customers, and — if at all possible — inspecting the item before you hand over your money. “If you bought your presents from a New Zealand trader then those presents are covered by the Consumer Guarantees Act, even after you’ve gifted them,” says Mrs Brown. “This also applies if you bought them on sale. That means they have to be fit for purpose, acceptable quality and fit their description”. “If you have a problem with something you’ve bought it’s always best to talk to the seller first. “But if you haven’t been able to sort it out by talking to bus full of teddies as passengers NZME brand ambassador Emily the bus, have a look around and give them, come and see us in the Ray White Arcade,” says Mrs was an unusual sight in Te Grace said the toys will be donated to St away their toys. Brown. AAwamutu on Wednesday. But it Vincent de Paul Society, which will “It helps them to understand the was all for a good cause. then distribute the toys to families in importance of giving.” ■ Te Awamutu CAB is open Monday — Friday, 9am to The Hits Toy Run bus rolled up to need this Christmas. All last week the bus travelled 4pm, or phone 871 4111, toll free 0800 367 222, email collect toys from the Te Awamutu “People have been so generous,” around Waikato towns collecting toys [email protected] or check information about Courier office, the Te Awamutu i-Site she said. from generous members of the com- consumer rights on www.cab.org.nz and Te Awamutu Primary School. “It’s cool for the kids to see inside munity. 10 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement Tueday, December 12, 2017 Win a Showerdome to Planning Christmas spend enhance your bathroom s Christmas approaches, new Mastercard research with 17 per cent of men saying they will spend over $200, has revealed that two thirds of New Zealanders have compared to only 11 per cent of women. Women are more teamed mirrors, Abeen saving their pennies (35 per cent) or purchasing likely to spend big on their kids, with 45 per cent planning to condensation on presents throughout the year (32 per cent) to spread the cost spend more than $150 on their children, compared to 33 Swalls and ceilings, of Christmas. per cent of men. slippery floors and The Mastercard-commissioned research that surveyed “Children are one of the biggest high spend categories in mould are year-round over 1000 New Zealanders on their Christmas shopping terms of purchasing gifts, but when the kids get older, they annoying home issues habits found that more people are planning ahead when it return the favour with a third (34 per cent) of Kiwis spending caused by shower comes to their seasonal spending. more than $100 on their parents or in-laws. Whether you’re steam, which can add Kiwi men have been saving hard throughout the year to spoiling someone or operating on a budget, it is helpful to significant costs to spread the cheer this holiday season (40 per cent), have a clear strategy and budget allocated to what you will house upkeep. compared to 2016, when they were more likely to have spend on each person and then — most importantly — stick Not to mention that used their November and December pay cheques (34 per to your plan,” says Mr Chisnall. a dry warm house is also cent) or saved throughout the year (35 per cent). Over a quarter of New Zealanders will also splurge on a healthy house, as The most popular option for women in 2017 continues their friends this Christmas with 27 per cent intending to damp bathrooms are to be buying throughout the year to spread costs (38 per spend between $51-$100 and 58 per cent intending to the perfect place for cent Vs 36 per cent in 2016), followed by saving up (31 per spend under $50. fungus and bacteria to cent Vs 35 per cent in 2016). Other popular options for all Proving that we aren’t forgetting our pets, 83 per cent of grow, causing serious surveyed include using their November/December pay Kiwis will also be spending up to $50 on their honorary health problems. cheques (29 per cent), or credit cards (27 per cent) to fund family members, while 6 per cent will be spending more Showerdome solves purchases, while 12 per cent of Kiwis have also been than $100 on presents for their furry friends. all these problems, con- contributing to a Christmas Club scheme. Budgeting still a priority for Kiwis this Christmas trolling steam, reducing Despite planning ahead, many Kiwis (35 per cent) are When it comes to setting a budget, more than half of condensation and mak- feeling more financially stressed this Christmas, up from 31 Kiwis (59 per cent) are looking to spend much the same as ing the house healthier per cent in 2016 and 27 per cent in 2015. they did last year, while around a quarter (26 per cent) will be and warmer. “There is no doubt that the lead-up to Christmas can be a tightening their belts and aiming to spend less overall this A Showerdome busy and stressful time for many Kiwis. While most of us will Christmas. 15 per cent of respondents said they are shower top consists of a do our best to spend within our means, the reality is that the planning to spend more this year than the last. clear acrylic dome that lead up to Christmas also means a spending rise for many For those who are increasing their budgets, the main prevents steam from Kiwis. It is great to see that many people are taking practical reasons are that that they have more gifts to buy (52 per forming when fitted on steps to manage their finances and reduce the impact the cent), splurging on more expensive presents (34 per cent) or top of an existing Christmas season has on their bank accounts,” says Peter they have more disposable income this year than last (30 per shower box. Chisnall, Country Manager for Mastercard New Zealand and cent). With no on-going Pacific Islands. People tightening their belts this season said they are costs it is the most We’re making a list and filling our trolleys doing so because they have less disposable income (55 per effective investment one When it comes to gift giving, 15 per cent of Kiwis have cent), have budgeted to spend a certain amount (26 per can make for a home or more than 11 people on their list to shop for. At the other cent), or are putting their money towards other things (26 rental property. end of the spectrum, 5 per cent of Kiwis won’t be buying any per cent). Showerdome also gifts to place under the tree this year. However, the majority Overall, half of New Zealanders (52 per cent) expect their makes mirror demisters of Kiwis are planning on buying gifts for 1-5 people (45 per total household spend in to relation to Christmas to be under and extractor fans re- cent), or 6-10 people (35 per cent) this Christmas. $500 for everything — including food, travel, presents and dundant and could save The kids will be the winners this year when it comes to decorations, while 17 per cent are expecting to spend more the average household around $250 in ■ You can enter by text (write what’s being spent on gifts, with more than a quarter of than $1000. energy costs alone. TAC Showerdome, plus your Kiwis (27 per cent) intending to spend more than $200 per “At the end of the day, the Christmas period should be a ■ To learn more, visit name and address, and text it to child, of any age, on presents. This compares to 15 per cent time to enjoy the holidays and relax rather than feeling under www.showerdome.co.nz . 021 241 4568) or mail (address spending more than $200 on their partners, and only 6 per financial pressure,” says Mr Chisnall. We have one DIY Showerdome kit to to The Showerdome cent and 4 per cent respectively spending greater than this “Although it is often easier said than done, one of the give away valued at $299. The winner can Competition and include your amount on their parents or siblings. best ways to manage Christmas related stress is to set aside a also choose to have it installed by a trained name, address and daytime When buying the perfect gift for a significant other, men budget, prioritise spending and plan ahead to ensure that local Showerdome installer at standard phone number). Deadline is 5pm are likely to spend more on their partners than women — Christmas is an enjoyable time for all.” pricing. Friday.
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his Christmas Trade Aid celebrates 35 years selling Kiwi music scene Tartisan handcrafts and pro- ducts in Te Awamutu. oneville is a coming-of-age candour about his unorthodox child- The social enterprise sources memoir and an intimate look hood, his obsession with music, the handmade, fair trade products Gat the evolving music scene impact of a family tragedy, and the from more than 65 trading part- in 1970s New Zealand. journey that would decide the course ner organisations, which repre- It shows how the music of his life. sent hundreds and thousands of intersected — sometimes violently He also vividly portrays a divided small farmers and artisans in — with the prevailing culture, in country, set to shatter apart for a Africa, Asia, Latin America, which real men played rugby, not generation. Palestine and the Pacific. rock. Bollinger was just 18 when he Thirty five years ago Te Awa- In this award-winning memoir, went on the road with the band mutu man Ari Bekx sold Trade one of New Zealand’s most re- Rough Justice and its smoky-voiced, Aid products from his car boot. spected music charismatic leader Rick Bryant. Since then the Trade Aid writers and It was a journey that would last store has operated out of a car broad- two years. It was the 70s and pot yard on Arawata St and two casters, was plentiful. Often, shops — 326 Alexandra St and Nick though, the band its current location at 41 Alexan- Bollinge- was short of other dra St, where it has been for two r, talks things including years. with money, food, shelter, Manager Lois Titchener says com- and petrol for its the store’s success can be attri- plete increasingly ram- buted to the town’s generosity. shackle, broken-down “Our enthusiasm, loyal cus- bus. tomers and amazing volunteer We have a copy of support has kept us going,” she Goneville up for grabs says. — the book is also avail- “It enables less privileged able at Paper Plus & people to clothe, feed and edu- Toyworld Te Awamutu. It cate their children. would make an ideal Christ- “This Christmas we encour- mas present. age you to pop into the store to shop locally and purchase a good ■ You can enter by text quality gift that helps others all (write TAC Goneville, plus your around the world.” name and address, and text it to 021 241 4568) or mail TC121217BR04 (address to The Goneville TRADE AID Te Awamutu Competition and include your manager Lois Titchener (left) name, address and daytime and volunteer Margaret phone number). Deadline is 5pm Fanworth. Friday.
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Wishing all our customers a Working class man very Merry festive season from us all at back baring his soul arnsey is back performing Fahrenheit! Working Class Man B— An Evening Of Stories And Songs at Thank you for your Claudelands Arena on Satur- day, May 12 and we have just awesome support the thing to prime you for one of the most anticipated events at Claudelands Arena — ever! in 2017... Fans and the curious alike were blown away after witnessing the renowned rocker look forward to 2018 and hard man shamelessly lay his soul bare with his Working Class Boy show. We have a copy of his new CD/DVD For The Working Class Man (Commemora- tive Edition) up for grabs as the ideal precursor to the follow- up live show. Christmas/New year This commemorative ver- sion of one of the greatest Trading hours Australian rock albums of all time includes on CD the original 1985 recordings, totally re- Closed 25th & 26th December 2017 mastered using an exhaustive analogue process including the At 29 years of age he was viously unseen photos from the Open 27th December - 31st January 2018 use of 1/2” tape to keep also blossoming as a songwriter. original shoot by Patrick Jones, dynamics and clarity intact, He had energy to burn. Within plus exclusive liner notes and a Closed 1st - 4th January 2018 maintain the punch of the six weeks of going solo, Jimmy track by track commentary from original mixes and create some had a band and was on the road. Jimmy Barnes recapturing the Open 5th January 2018 from 11am natural harmonics while still Heavily based in raw blues stories behind these classic allowing for competitive levels. and rock, the band and the songs. Containing such great tracks album Bodyswerve were The soundtrack of Jimmy’s as I’d Die To Be With You Jimmy’s training wheels period. life for a whole lot of different Tonight, Ride The Night The album was No.1 on reasons, and if it isn’t already — Away, Working Class Man, release and Jimmy was speeding soon to be a part of yours. Without Your Love and No up. Tickets from Ticketek. Second Prize, it’s a ripper of a The DVD captures this 1984 listen. performance from the legendary ■ You can enter by text (write Then there’s the Playroom in Queensland — the TAC Jimmy Barnes CD/DVD, accompanying DVD. When raw energy and musical potency plus your name and address, Jimmy Barnes quit Cold Chisel of that period. It has never been and text it to 021 241 4568) or in 1983 he was a young man in commercially released. mail (address to The Jimmy a hurry. Paradise and Resurrection Barnes CD/DVD Competition He was one of the most Shuffle will blow your mind. and include your name, address popular performers in the The CD booklet has also and daytime phone number). RACE country and a fearsome singer. been expanded to include pre- Deadline is 5pm Friday. down to the When you This competition is provided by ‘Fill The House Tickets Project’, proudly supporting families of children with cancer. Te Awamutu Courier want to Keep your receipts — just in case ith just a fornight to go until Christ- to show that they purchased the product from for all your mas, Retail NZ is reminding customers the retailer in question. get your Wto shop carefully, and to keep their “It’s also good to know that retailers are not receipts from purchases in case anything goes legally obliged to exchange or refund products Print, Radio wrong. if a consumer has just changed their mind “When you’re shopping from a New about a purchase, so it’s a great idea to choose & Digital adverting Zealand store or website, you’re covered by wisely before making a purchase and, if you’re the Consumer Guarantees Act and Fair buying a gift, ask whether the store offers an Trading Act,” says Greg Harford, Retail NZ exchange card programme. advertising GM Public Affairs. “Shops and malls will be getting busier over right ... “This means that if the product is faulty, the next month in the lead-up to Christmas, solutions. then you can take it back to the retailer and and keeping your receipts and exchange cards have the problem sorted out. However, it is will mean fewer hassles if something goes See the leaders important that customers keep their receipts wrong or needs to be changed.” Win in their fi elds Over your Merry Christmas! potential market The Clinic will be closed from Saturday 23rd Dec – 97 Sloane Street re-opening Monday 8th January 2018. Te Awamutu Thank you to all our existing patients for your continued custom and support. First Phone 07 871 5151 in News, Wishing you all a safesafe and happy holiday season!season! and sport Local Interest
44 Albert Park Drive, Te Awamutu [email protected] Ph: 07 870 6673 Email: [email protected] Tueday, December 12, 2017 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement 13 ‘Bon Voyage’ for Betty Great summer
he travel industry will be saying a fond Bon Voyage to a member of the travel on the cards Tindustry this week. Betty Wakelin, affectionately known as “Mrs Travel Te Awamutu”, is retiring. It won’t be easy for her to step away for cricket fans from the desk, as she is passionate about travel, and loves her valued clients. ricket fans in the Northern Districts Cricket Leaving will be hard — retirement has Association region will not have to travel far to never been a word that she has embraced. Cenjoy top international cricket this coming season. Her knowledge, energy levels and Seddon Park (Hamilton), Cobham Oval (Whangarei) experience makes Mrs Wakelin a valued and the Bay Oval (Mt Maunganui) will collectively host the asset, and she is still recognised as a House BlackCaps eight times in their home summer schedule for of Travel top seller. 2017-2018. “However, the time is right,” she says. The international season at Seddon Park starts with a “I still do it bloody well, but I’m just Test match against the West Indies in December, followed getting tired.” by an ODI against Pakistan in January and culminates Living in Te Awamutu for 46 years, she with England appearing for a Tri-Series T20 match and raised a family before answering a news- an ODI in February. paper advertisement for Budget Travel Bay Oval will make use of its soon to be installed lights manager in her home town in the late with three night T20s awarded over the summer. 1980s. Whangarei will enjoy international action with the Mrs Wakelin duly got the job, with a staff West Indies playing their first ODI at Cobham Oval of one, two phones and no fax machine. against the BlackCaps shortly before Christmas. These were the days of travel manuals and Northern Districts’ marketing and brand manager hand-written tickets. Andrea Friar is very happy with the allocation. “It was a challenge, but great,” she says. “We are really pleased with the variety of top quality Mrs Wakelin built the business up to a cricket that New Zealand Cricket have allocated to our staff of four and in 2000 had House of association this summer. Travel “on the doorstep”. “Our grounds are well known for their intimate In 2002 the business rebranded to viewing and creating a special atmosphere for spectators House of Travel, with Mrs Wakelin the — whether you are in our hospitality zone or on a blanket owner-operator. on the grass embankment. We are looking forward to “I said I would give them three years,” hosting the fans and the players during the season.” she laughs. Tickets for the internationals are now on sale for My “It becomes an absolute passion.” BlackCaps members. Kate Smyth and Carol Sutton, owner- TC121217BETTY BlackCaps International schedule at Northern operators of House of Travel branches PASSIONATE traveller and travel agent Betty Wakelin — Mrs Travel Te Districts Cricket venues: throughout the Waikato, approached Mrs Awamutu — retires this week. Seddon Park: Tuesday, January 16, vs Pakistan, 4th Wakelin to buy the business in 2010. ODI (2pm); Sunday, February 18, vs England, T20 (7pm); After some negotiations, and aged 70 “You need to be a good listener. It’s stopping altogether. She just doesn’t know Sunday, February 25, vs England, 1st ODI (2pm). back then, she agreed to the sale. about qualifying the client, asking questions how, as she is leading a tour group to Bay Oval: Monday, January 1, vs West Indies, 2nd “I said I would give them three years.” and getting the right information.” Sydney and South Australia in April 2018, T20 (7pm); Wednesday, January 3, vs West Indies, 3rd “I’m privileged and fortunate to have Her favourite destination is Africa — and Norway is on her bucket list. T20 (7pm); Sunday, January 28, vs Pakistan, 3rd T20 done what I’ve done.” she says. with its wildlife and panoramic scenery it Mrs Wakelin and husband John will be (7pm). “It’s been an absolute buzz.” steals your heart away, and she has been retiring to Tauranga. Among other things, Cobham Oval: Wednesday, December 20, vs West Mrs Wakelin says you have got to a be a there eight times. she is looking to turn her attention to Indies, 1st ODI (11am). “people person” to make a successful travel Mrs Wakelin will hang up her working volunteer work and “sorting out my For a full schedule visit www.nzc.nz agent. boots this Friday — but she won’t be photos”.
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220 Bank Street, Te Awamutu Phone 872 0300 | www.tamc.co.nz 14 Te Awamutu Courier Christmas Supplement Tueday, December 12, 2017 ■ WIN: SOL3 MIO CD — A Very Merry Christmas Sol3 Mio for Christmas ol3 Mio play Villa Maria Winery on Sunday, SDecember 23 from 5pm and to get you in the mood we have the CD Sol3 Mio — A Very Merry Christmas — with a bonus Christmas card — to give away. That’s right folks, we have just the thing to lead you into one of the most anticipated Christmas concerts ever! New Zealand’s own award- winning, chart-topping, comedic opera singing geniuses Sol3 miO are coming home for Christmas and they have another amazing show lined up for you. There’s something for everyone among the 15 stellar tracks on Sol3 Mio — A Very Merry Christmas . Moses Mckay has penned two original songs especially for the album — Return To Santa and Merry Christmas (All You Need Is Love). five-year career, Sol3 Mio sponsibly and head along to Fairytale Of New York (ft can’t wait to get back on stage Villa Maria and experience the Bic Runga) is there, as is in front of their home fans, in true spirit of Christmas. And Happy Christmas (War Is the warmth of a kiwi summer. let’s see just what Sol3 Mio will Over) (ft. Hollie Smith), Blue It’s easy to see why this pull out of the hat this year! Christmas, Auld Lang Syne, inimitable combination of Tickets from Ticketmaster. O Christmas Tree, Little classically-trained voices, Drummer Boy and Have blended harmonies and infec- ■ You can enter by text Yourself A Merry Little tious Samoan humour present- (write TAC Sol3 Mio Christmas. Look out too for ing a comprehensive reper- Christmas CD, plus your name Mele Kalikimaka, all pre- toire of songs appeals to all and address, and text it to 021 sented in that inimitable Sol3 ages and makes these guys a 241 4568) or mail (address to Mio style. ‘must see’. The Sol3 Mio Christmas CD Promising the unique, Track 1 says it all — It’s Competition and include your iconic and musically top-shelf Beginning To Look A Lot name, address and daytime live show that has seen them Like Christmas! phone number). Deadline is pack in the crowds across their So, drive safely, drink re- 5pm Friday.
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