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Book fair Wha¯nau kapa haka If you’re having a cleanout at home, don’t forget to donate unwanted books, CDs, DVDs etc to Te Awamutu Rotary. Items can be left at the local Paper Plus, Mitre 10 Mega or Z service stations for the annual book fair on May 15 - 17. For collection of items contact Wendy (ph 872 7784). Winter market Te Awamutu’s produce market at Selwyn Park is set to continue throughout winter. It is held every Thursday from 2.30 - 5.30pm. Request for volunteers The Halberg Disability Sport Foundation, along with Parafed Waikato, is now searching for volunteers to help with the Junior Disability Games on April 10-12 at St Peter's School.

Volunteer registrations TC020415SP01 can be sent to halberg MO¯ TAI TANGATA RAU in action representing Tainui at their first Te Matatini (Kapa Haka National Finals) in O-Tautahi (Christchurch). [email protected]. BY DEAN TAYLOR and Otaki — weekly during the six performance, even the tractional cooks — whatever we needed.” Camp fee months build up to Te Matatini. piece — which he says was a This year Te Matatini was If you are keen to camp at Tainui Waka Kapa Haka Even when they are not in tongue-in-cheek look at Ma¯oridom broadcast live on Ma¯ori TV and Wharepapa South School Festival winners Mo¯tai Tangata competition mode, the group today. webcast to an estimated one while rock climbing or visiting Rau put in a fantastic meets monthly. He says his group made him million online viewers around the the area, please note the fee performance at their first ever Te “Kapa haka is a fantastic immensely proud — 31 members world. per night is $5 (not $2 as Matatini (Kapa Haka National vehicle for me to teach the Ma¯ori had never performed at Te The entire event is being re- previously mentioned in a Finals) in O-Tautahi language, the stories traditions Matatini before. played this easter weekend on the Courier article). Fees are (Christchurch) last month. and customs of our ancestors to “To do kapa Te Reo payable at the school. Against 44 other teams, Mo¯tai those who have a hunger to learn,'' haka you need channel. Tangata Rau just missed a place in says Mr Gloyne. passion, To do kapa haka you Mo¯tai Change to the final day’s line-up — finishing “Regular get-togethers mean commitment, Tangata Rau is fourth in their pool. we don’t forget what we have loyalty, ‘ need passion, the second to publication The top three groups in each of learnt.” dedication and commitment, loyalty, last Due to Easter, the Te the three pools progressed, but on Kapa haka performance has be prepared to performance points Mo¯tai Tangata Rau still six elements — plus Te Reo is an make dedication and be that will be Awamutu Courier will be prepared to make publishing on Wednesday placed fifth overall. important component and marks sacrifices,” he shown on The 40 strong group is lead by are given for how the language is says. sacrifices Sunday and Friday next week. Paraone Gloyne and his partner used, correct diction, creativity He is also afternoon. Deadlines for classified Ngahuia Kopa and is made up of and correct use and proud of the MO¯ TAI TANGATA’ RAU The group advertising are the same wha¯nau from marae across Ngati pronunciation. effort it took for FOUNDER AND LEADER isn’t resting on time, but a day later than Raukawa, but Rawhitiroa The elements are Wakaeke the group to get PARAONE GLOYNE its laurels. usual (contact our office for (Owairaka) Marae is home base. (entrance), Mo¯teatea (traditional to the event. In October more details or bookings). The name Mo¯tai Tangata Rau song), Waiata-a-ringa (action “We raised they celebrate We hope all of our readers is from a prominent ancestor of song), Poi, Haka and Wakawa¯tea $90,000 thanks to the generosity of 10 years, and are planning an have a safe, happy Easter. the Tainui people. (exit). the community and lots of hard event. Remember to be considerate Mr Gloyne and marae Mo¯tai Tangata Rau placed work. In July some of the members and patient if you are on the kaumatua formed the group in second in Wakaeke, Haka and “Te Awamutu Intermediate are travelling to Rarotonga to road. 2005. Wakawa¯tea. and College gave us rehearsal support King Tuheitia at the Members come from as far Mr Gloyne also composes the space and 27 other whanau island nation’s 50th anniversary afield as Wellington, Auckland music and lyrics used for the travelled with us as supporters, of independence.

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My husband was involved in good idea to then turn it into a fraught with unimaginable dan- mutu to Hamilton into a four- an accident at the end of our four-lane highway. gers. lane highway. CIRCULATION 13,968* (7059 urban, 6909 rural) road (pictured in the Courier Four-lane highways are One can no longer keep to the It should have always been a twice in the past few weeks). At primarily to get traffic from one left and cross when there is a separate road with homes and We welcome letters - preferably via email. They this time, I was told by the firm destination to another break in the traffic so the option farms left on side roads. I do should be under 300 words and must have the which collected the car that efficiently and quickly. Side is to sit out in the outer lane of a appreciate cost would have been sender’s name, address and phone number. No there was at least one accident a roads are the ones which are four lane highway and be at the a factor in this decision, as well pseudonyms are accepted and names will only be month at the end of our road, designed for homes and smaller mercy of drivers who often are as access to land availability. withheld in special circumstances at the discretion plus many others on this high- roads to be accessed. speeding and sometimes not Highways have on and off of the editor. Letters are not usually acknowledged way. What is being done at the paying enough attention to look- ramps which allow traffic enter and may be edited, abridged or discarded. I believe the biggest problem moment to the road is necessary, ing ahead at what is happening and exit safely. That cannot be with the highway is it should but it is a band aid. on the road. said for this highway. MANAGER never have been upgraded into a To turn right into a minor Even so, I do feel it is the fault ARLENE WHEATLEY Alan Price [email protected] EDITORIAL Tolerance and open-mindedness needed A verse Dean Taylor (editor) [email protected] I find it strange that Christians feel they have solely due to their beliefs. Cathy Asplin (journalist) the right to publicly express opinions, but then try I also wonder how Christians would feel if for Easter [email protected] to deny others that very same right. someone routinely knocked on their door asking Do Christians only want one side of the story to them to reconsider their belief, whilst handing out Three crosses stood on a lonely Colin Thorsen (journalist) be aired? booklets explaining God’s non-existence? Some- hill, [email protected] Should we also stop Muslims, Hindus, Jews, how, I think they would feel rightly annoyed. Three men condemned to die, ADVERTISING Buddhists etc. from explaining their faith? We non-believers, however, are expected to Two were guilty, one was not and Dorinda Williams Thankfully, we live in an open democratic patiently put up with their intrusive and unsolici- yet they all hung high, [email protected] society where we are all allowed to live in an open ted arrival on a regular basis. Tolerance and open Jesus Christ had to suffer and die, AngeSandy Holt Pepperell democratic society where we are all allowed to air mindness to all, not just a few. He was buried in a borrowed [email protected]@teawamutucourier.co.nz our views and not have them smothered by others GRAHAM DUNN tomb, With a large stone sealing off the Bookings room, [email protected] One the third day he rose again, CLASSIFIEDS Rent rise for council tenants last straw His sacrifice was not in vain, Tania Cortesi-Western, Regarding the article ‘Pen- There was no ceiling from April 1, and taking into He appeared to his family and Rhonda Oosterman, Anna Holmes sioner rent hike is modest’ — as mentioned. account medical services that disciples as well, [email protected] a council tenant, I would like to This means that rents could are so high that many people And ministered to them His good know how many of the 44 rise to an unsustainable level for just can’t afford to go to the news to tell, POSTAL ADDRESS submissions actually came from those relying solely on govern- doctor, petrol prices that fluctu- Now at Easter we celebrate a risen 97 Sloane Street, PO Box 1, Te Awamutu 3840 current or future tenants and ment superannuation. ate wildly and are significantly Lord, OFFICE HOURS how many from the general The proposed increases may dearer than even Hamilton, As it is recorded in His Word, Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-4.30pm public. not seem like much to people along with every increasing May Hi presence always be with PHONE 07 871 5151 | FAX 07 871 3675 The reality is that Council who are not on a fixed income, food and clothing costs, the you, told us last year that the like many pensioners and other proposed increase in rent could And His love surround you your increases could be $30 per week, beneficiaries. just be the proverbial ‘straw whole life through. ISSN 1170-1099 (Print) ISSN 2253-4075 (Online) per year, minus any possible But with these rises coming that broke the camel’s back.’ Happy Easter. *Circulation Source: Audited Bureau of Circulation, 1 YE Dec 2012 accommodation supplement. on top of electricity charges COLIN E WALTERS KATHRYN BADRICK

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The sixth joint memorial service remembering the Col- onial Wars from 1843 to 1881 and the epic Battle of O-Ra¯kau, end of the Waikato war 1863-1864, will once again be com- 4 YEAR memorated this Satur- WARRANTY day at the battle site on 2+2 Extended Warranty Arapuni Road. * OFFER VALID FOR PURCHASES AND EUSA RETURNED BETWEEN 1 OF MARCH - 30 JUNE. CONDITIONS APPLY. Last year, the Battle of O-Ra¯kau Heritage Society hosted the 150th anniversary which Farm Machinery Centre attracted over 4000 PH: 07 872 0232 - 859 OHAUPO RD, TE AWAMUTU - www.norwood.co.nz/teawamutu attendees including King Tuheitia, Te Ariki Sir Tumu Te Heuheu, Governor General Lt General Sir Gerry Mateparae, Prime Min- ister John Key, Minister Come out to of Culture and Heritage Chris Finlayson and Consulate representa- MASONS GARDEN CENTRE tives from the UK and Australia, along with a TC030414DT15 detachment of Gurkha FLASHBACK: One year ago Kingitanga spokesman Tukoroirangi Morgan spoke Sale Rifles representing UK directly to Prime Minister John Key and called for him to ‘do the right thing’ and Defence Force person- give back the land. $7.50 Shrubs nel. Also in attendance King Tuheitia, Sir Tumu the status quo of the site leaders and their ability were tribal leaders from Te Heuheu, Maori Party let alone done anything to put aside their politi- Taranaki, Tauranga MP’s and Heritage NZ, meaningful in this cal, personal differences Fruit and Moana, Tu¯ hoe, Nga¯ti the society has been able space. “There has been a and self interest to forge Whare, Nga¯ti to escalate the issue of lot of talk but no action. a coalition of the willing 25% OFF Roses Kahungunu, Nga¯ti protection of the site to a Our small group of vol- which should include Manawa, Maniapoto, new level, never before unteers took this burden the Heritage Society and Also instore: Raukawa and Waikato. considered a possibility. on our own shoulders District Council work- A major part of the day After much lobbying, and we did so without ing with iwi to ensure Peastraw, Bulk Compost and Bark was the laying of networking behind self interest, but with a the site will be properly wreathes and unveiling closed doors by the strong moral conviction cared for and a And of course a great selection of by the Governor General society and allies, it can to do what is right for memorial which ade- of a 150th memorial be confirmed that Crown the many rather than quately reflects the leg- new season shrubs to choose!! plaque in memory of officials are now work- the few or for our own acy of O-Ra¯kau and the those who fell. ing hard with land- individual tuupuna who Colonial Wars can be Since 1864, the owners Chris and Sue fell there. unveiled in the near OPEN EASTER WEEKEND O-Ra¯kau battle site has Kay to reach an agree- “I believe we have future. To leave the site been left desolate, ment on the purchase of done very well thus far bare and bereft of a SATURDAY AND MONDAY uncared for, ignored and their farm property, given our microscopic proper memorial and basically forgotten by which includes the resource base and our story boards plays into 4815 Ohaupo Road, SH3, local leaders and battle site proper. relative youth as a heri- the narrative of the last historians. Its hallowed If the negotiations are tage organisation. The 150 years, “out of sight Te Awamutu grounds have been successful, and Crown possible purchase by the and out of mind”. Phone: 871 6208 grazed, urinated and Ministers sign off on the Crown of the battle site O-Ra¯kau should be defecated upon by farm deal, the society board in no way undermines anything but, out of (Phone Orders Welcome) animals and no one has would have achieved yet nor complicates treaty sight and out of mind”. Open 7 Days seen fit to challenge the another significant his- settlements processes Paraone added saying sad state of this sacred torical milestone. completed nor abut to that, “Its inspiring story Gift Vouchers Accepted site. Mr Te Muraahi commence. If the society and legacy should be Although the story outlined his views say- had not had such a won- proclaimed for all to see may not have been for- ing: “We have for many derful working relation- and to hear, so that a gotten, the site where so years dreamed of the ship with Chris and Sue nation can be educated much bloodshed took farm animals being Kay, who have been and our heroes and place has not been taken removed from the battle great supporters of our heroines properly WE NEED YOU! care of as it should have site and this purchase commemoration work to immortalised. been, given its historical process if successful, date, I doubt the current “They may have died Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade is looking significance. will certainly allow this sale and purchase nego- in battle but their story for fi refi ghters. The fact that the to happen.” tiations would have must live on and we battle site has been neg- “Our first priority been possible. O-Rakau must remember them, lected for so long is an has always been to get can be a site of national we must internalise indication of the level of the lands off the open and international signi- their deeds and live up to apathy amongst local market from private into ficance; it can be a major the legacy they left in political and tribal public hands, to remove catalyst for positive trust to us all. It is time leaders over the last 100 animals off the site and social change in society; to do something amazing years. to locate the mass graves however it cannot and and unique at O-Ra¯kau. Since 2010, the Battle so that proper should not be used as a “Minister Finlayson of O-Ra¯kau Heritage discussions concerning political football to be invited local tribal Society has been human remains can be kicked around between leaders to meet with him actively lobbying for the held with the wha¯nau interest groups. to discuss how with the Crown to purchase the groups directly con- The challenge now is assistance of the Crown battle site from private cerned. to find a way we can we can build a proper ownership and place the “I am very happy work together to achieve memorial. We need to lands into a war with progress and look something worthy of the follow up on that invita- memorial reserve mech- forward to the next sev- sacrifices made, some- tion and act with a level anism for the nation. eral weeks. thing unique and amaz- of smarts,” he Leading this initiat- “Our work leading up ing with this special concluded. For more information, contact ive on behalf of the Heri- to the 150th place, this will require This Saturday a tage Society and the Commemorations has leaders who have fore- po¯whiri will commence Eddie Hopping on 027 533 2746 or descendants of some of had such a major impact sight, deep compassion at 9.15am followed by email Edward.Hopping@fi re.org.nz. the fallen whom they that individuals and and a willingness to con- memorial proceedings represent, has been its organisations who have tribute to something on the site. president, Kaawhia Te historically been idle profoundly transforma- The day will be a Come meet us on one of our weekly Muraahi (Nga¯ti and silent, are now tive” he said. reasonably small and Paretekawa, Waikato- positioning themselves Heritage Society intimate affair. The com- training nights: Monday 7.30pm Maniapoto), with sup- to assume some level of Board member Paraone memoration is due to port from Board member decision making over Gloyne noted that: conclude around 1pm. Paraone Gloyne (Te the old battle site. “what eventually hap- All are welcome. Wharepu¯ hunga- “We have been the pens with the battle site Attendees are Raukawa). champions of the after the Crown pur- requested to bring a Over the last 18 O-Ra¯kau kaupapa chase is signed off, will plate for a shared lunch months, after seeking because no one has ever depend largely on the and a happy smiley face www.facebook.com/TeAwamutuFire fi re.org.nz direct assistance from stood up and challenged maturity of iwi and hapu¯ to go with it. 4 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 2, 2015

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It was non-stop action for 250, 275 and 300mm stand- around 250 people at this ing chops to take home the year’s Awaroa Sports Day. Takiari Memorial Shield. Fine weather for the Trophies in the horse WHAT’S NOT majority of the day meant open ring events went to events, including horse Peter Fordham (Rob Gilbert riding, wood chopping and Memorial Cup, Nicholas novelty games, all ran Trophy) and Yvonne smoothly. Gadsby (Awaroa Sports HOT BUSINESSES It was interesting to note Club Cup, Bill Gilbert ■ Dwain from Beaurepaires for going that in the golf, the ‘non- Memorial Trophy). the extra mile. golfers’ were actually one In the open hoihoi stroke better than the (horse) games, Lloyd Hepi ■ Beautiful bunch of flowers from The ‘golfers’. was dominant taking out Bird Cage - still looking fabulous a There was also plenty to the straight weave, cones week later! entertain the children with and sword/rings, while ■ fun events and rides. Smiley Tuaupiki won the Harcourts agent, very impressive In the wood chopping, weaving and Marilyn after-sales service. Chris Haswell had the high- Porima took out the 180 ■ Lovely Mitre10 Mega lady helped me est aggregate points in the degrees race. choose plants, pushed my trolley to checkout and helped put stuff into boot as I had two little children with me. ■ Great service at Wolfe Hearing Clinic. ■ Helpful, friendly staff at The Bloom TC020415SP11C Room. Even if it meant no sale for them, CHILDREN have fun on the slippery slide. they recommended other local businesses that could help me. ■ Fantastic service at Showcase Jewel- lers, they tracked down the warranty for my watch purchased in Napier last year. ■ Power Farming and Nigel Pitcon Auto Electrical after-hours service that got our tractor going so we could feed out.

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TC020415DT01 BOTTLE collector and researcher Murray Frost of Hamilton with part of his display of April 16-26, Tickets available material from Te Awamutu chemist William Jeffery (in business here 1912-1942) that will be at this weekend’s 40th National Antique Bottle and Collectables Show. 2015 from BY DEAN TAYLOR and Collectables Show taking place in Hamilton over Easter. A collection of rare bottles from Te Murray Frost has been collecting bottles at Te Awamutu iSite Awamutu chemists will form part of the for about 40 years, and about 30 years ago, display at the 40th National Antique Bottle was inspired to research and write about the The 871 3259 stories behind the bottles in his collection. He has a penchant for chemist and soft Kupu o Te Wiki drink bottles. Woolshed Four years ago he released his second Thu, Fri, Sat Word of the Week book, Community Pharmacists — Early New Zealand Chemists and Druggists, bringing to Theatre, 7.30pm - $25 life the work of pioneering Kiwi chemists. Much of this book is dedicated to the Mahoe St Sun 2pm - $20 Waikato area, and Te Awamutu chemists Aranga such as J. Frank Brooks, Algie Gifford, William Jeffery, Jeffery Bundle and William He wa¯ whakamahara i a Ihu Karaiti te wa¯ote Sloane feature extensively. Aranga, mo¯naitukuiaiaano¯ hei muru i o¯ta¯tou Mr Frost says in the early days each hara. Kei warewareiata¯tou te takenga mai o chemist had their own bottles manufac- e¯nei ra¯ nui, ehara i te mea he hararei noa iho. tured, usually in England, with their busi- Heoi ano¯, kia tau nga¯ manaakitangaaeWa¯hi ness details embossed in the glassware, and Ngaro ki a ta¯tou katoa i o¯ta¯tou haerenga atu, me it is these, plus his research, that he is o¯ta¯tou haerenga mai. displaying this weekend. Aranga is upon us, and while some of us are The national body is running the annual scoping out chocolate eggs, and what we might event at Hamilton Garden Pavilion on be doing over Aranga, it’s good to remember the Saturday (10am-4.30pm) and Sunday (10am- origins of Aranga in the resurrection of Ihu Karaiti 4pm). – Jesus Christ. So while Aranga is the Ma¯ori term Mr Frost is show secretary. for Easter, Aranga actually means to rise or More than 70 displays have been regis- Lest We Forget resurrect. What are you and your wha¯nau doing tered, plus there will be sales of all manner this Aranga? of collectables: bottles, dolls, books, post- • Taihoa, we’ll have a break during Aranga. cards etc. A musical tribute to • I’m going to be in Poiha¯kena for Aranga. Entry is $6 for adults and children under • Because it’s Aranga this weekend, there’s no 13 are free. kura on Friday or Monday. Mr Frost is a member of the Waikato Nga¯ mihi nui o te Aranga – have a happy Bottle and Collectable Club and can be the ANZACs Easter. contacted at (07) 856 6923 or Sponsored Event [email protected] for further information.

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April is a time of through a small rural town or visit Muster in Te Kuiti on Saturday, considering setting up their own contemplation and gratitude as a local hall, without seeing the April 11. This is one of the key business venture. This we remember and give thanks names of fallen soldiers listed on annual events in Te Kuiti and investment will allow young to those selfless brave men and plaques in remembrance and each year never fails to attract entrepreneurs the best chance of woman who served to protect realise the impact this would thousands of visitors to New success by enabling them to our freedom. have had. Zealand’s Shearing Capital of the develop skills attributed with Each Anzac anniversary is I am always deeply touched world. running a business. I hope that as important as the last, when I see children attending For those who want to local businesses in the electorate however this year we the Dawn Service parades, as I experience something unique will support these young people commemorate the 100th year believe it is important that our and have a fun filled family day I by offering them mentoring and landing of the Australian and younger generations strongly encourage you to come. hands on work experience. New Zealand Corps at Gallipoli, understand what a generation of I would like to wish all those Easter is approaching and Turkey. During this eight month men and woman did for us. competing in the three day NZ school holidays will commence. campaign almost 3000 soldiers Some lessons for the future Shearing Championships the This is a good time for our died, mothers lost their sons, can only be taught through the very best of luck. children and grandchildren to re- wives lost their husbands and history of others. I was delighted by the news charge their batteries after a busy children lost their fathers. This year I will be attending that Te Awamutu and Raglan first term at school, hopefully some Advance Training Centres Ltd Rural was hit as hard as the Dawn Service parade in Chamber of Commerce have of you will get away for a break and NZ’s First Military Prep School urban but strength throughout Inglewood followed by an Anzac been awarded $35,000 of the for those that don’t I hope you are our communities ensured our day service in Urenui. Youth Enterprise Fund. This is a able to enjoy this special family time. GET AN EDUCATION AND nation’s spirit would not be I am very excited and looking tremendous opportunity to Be safe on the roads and I wish FIT FOR PURPOSE beaten. You cannot drive forward to attending the Great NZ support young people you all a very happy Easter. Good feedback on 10-year plan

Waipa people have been quick to share consultation booklet. The proposal for a new museum at Te their views on Waipa District Council’s Many submissions largely support pro- Awamutu is supported by 43 per cent of proposals for the next decade. posals outlined for the next decade. submitters with 51 per cent opposed. FREE COURSE WITH TRAVEL Already over 100 people have sent in In terms of water, 78 per cent support Just over half, 56 per cent, support the ALLOWANCES 16-19 year old formal submissions. the preferred option to address water proposal to build a new cycleway from Te LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE Dozens more comments have been issues in Te Awamutu. Nearly 70 per cent Awamutu to Kihikihi with 39 per cent of Military Prep School Programme received via the council’s Facebook page support proposed changes to the rating submitters opposed. Includes 2 National Certiﬁ cates and NCEA units to Level2 and 15 video submissions involving around system. Seventy per cent of submitters support 60 high school students have been made. Fifty-two per cent support Council’s Council’s proposal to upgrade Waipuke Of the formal submissions received and proposal to build a new 25 meter indoor Park and 71 per cent agree Council should For enquiries contact analysed so far, 78 per cent have been made pool and a learner’s pool next to the take a more active role in maintaining 96 Rostrevor Street, Hamilton via the council’s website, existing 50 meter outdoor pool in Cam- rural public drains. Phone: (07) 839 2306 www.futurewaipa.co.nz bridge. A full analysis of submissions will be Email: [email protected] Most others have come via the Thirty-eight per cent of submitters undertaken after consultation closes at www.militaryprepschool.co.nz submisision form in the council’s official oppose the pool proposal. 5pm on Monday, April 13. Y&R_WES1290_TAC

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Excludes trade and special quotes, stock liquidations and commercial quantities. The in-store price may be lower than that advertised. Products and image may vary. 10 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 2, 2015 DAY TRIP to National Park What’s On for April Te Awamutu Events Guide for August as $5, U12 Free. Contact Chris Curtis (07) 827 MONDAY, APRIL 20 notified to the Te Awamutu Visitor i-Site 3156. ■ • Te Awamutu to National Park Centre. 15 Te Awamutu Continuing Education ■ 3-6 Arty Tarts Weekend Gallery, Kawhia Art Group, Waipa Workingmen’s Club, 10am. on the Northern Explorer Train Group. Saturday/Sunday — tearing, sanding, Guest Speaker Barry de Geest, topic: Suc- ripping and painting , Arty Tarts Gallery, cess Against Unprecedented Odds. • Lunch at Chateau Tongariro 10-4pm. ■16-26 Talos present Lest we Forget,a • Return coach to Te Awamutu ■ 4 Kawhia Regional Artists respond to musical tribute to commemorate the 100 year objects in the collection. Kawhia Regional anniversary of Gallipoli and the role Anzacs with Leisuretime Tours Museum and Gallery 11-3pm (Wednesday to played and World World War 1. Tickets at Te Sunday) until September 1. Awamutu i-Site. Depart Te Awamutu 10am ■ 4 Art History 101, Guest Artist Heather ■ 18-19 Kawhia Arty Tarts Weekend Gallery, Return Te Awamutu 5.30pm approx Bramwell, the Front Room, Kawhia. 10-4 Heather Sherman. weekends or by appointment. Ends May 2. ■ 18 Kihikihi Speedway, Stockcar Soccer and $149pp ■ 7 Genealogy Branch Meeting — using Derby Team Event. 5pm start. King Country To book phone the Information Centre Excel to store data. 7.30pm, St John’s Champs For P-Saloons and 6 Shooters, Lounge, visitors welcome, $20 door charge, Ministocks and Streetstocks. Rain Day - please bring own laptops. 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BY CATHY ASPLIN delighted to record a surplus after a deficit from the previous year. Te Awamutu Competitions Society has “Our committee continues to keep costs a new website to provide information and to a minimum and raise funds at every the syllabus for this year’s festival (Sep- opportunity. The majority of our income tember 26-October 1). comes from donations, sponsorships, Dance convenor Sheree Hopgood says grants and fundraising. the new site (www.teawamutu “We are very grateful for the support we competitionssociety.co- receive from commun- m) has allowed them to ity organisations, busi- reach many more people nesses, service groups and have information and individuals.” easily accessible for Mr Flay said last entrants. year’s event attracted “We have been able to around 500 competitors, provide information who were responsible about the society, the for around 2000 perform- 2015 syllabus and entry ances across seven art forms for all sections, forms. contacts and useful links. “All venues reported “There are also email strong participation and addresses for each an inspiring level of per- convenor which means formances. an instant response can “Many comments be provided for were received on how enquiries. friendly the compe- “It’s only just been set titions are. The smooth up, but we are already running is certainly a seeing the advantages of credit to our being online. hardworking convenors IT’S HERE NOW! “The new website is and their helpers. We just one of the ways we are also fortunate to are reaching more people have a range of quality and increasing our pro- venues in our town to file. It will be exciting to TC020415SP06A use.” keep track of how many DANCE convenor Sheree Elected Officers WILKSBROOKE MAZDA - WAIKATO’S MAZDA FAMILY FOR OVER 30 YEARS contacts we make and Hopgood. Patron: R. Le Quesne, how much our entries President: M. Flay, Vice- increase.” president: L. Verity, Minute Secretary: L. The printed version of the syllabus will Egglestone, Treasurer: Z. Liddington, Pub- www.wilksbrooke.co.nz also be available later this month. licity: M. Perry. Committee: G. Barclay, S. Hopgood, B. 132 Kihikihi Road, Te Awamutu. Phone 871 3079 SOCIETY AGM Bryant, G. Earwaker, J. Oberlin-Brown, H. At the recent AGM, president Murray Jennings, M. Ash, B. Hofer, L. GRANT WILKS RHETT McKINNON Mob (0274) 948 672 Mob (027) 292 9040 Flay reviewed the 2014 event and was McCorquindale. [email protected] [email protected]

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BY CATHY ASPLIN and national costume sections. “Our national costumes are being Te Awamutu’s Jade Peterson has made by an Auckland sewing school and taken over the title of Miss World mine is based around the god of sea Waikato following the withdrawal of creatures, Tangaroa.” Pirongia’s Hannah Adams. Jade says Miss World New Zealand’s As first runner-up, Jade (24) was ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ mission state- Daylight saving fi nishes this Sunday installed into the role when Hannah ment means they will be supporting the (5 April) so put your clocks BACK 1 hour. stepped down due to study Oaklynn School for Special Needs this It is also an ideal time to test your fi re and commitments. year. smoke alarms, and replace the batteries. Fortunately, Jade was already Prior to the final, members of the rehearsing for the Miss World New public are invited to vote for their Zealand pageant and was committed to favourite contestant in the Miss World being in the show on April 25. New Zealand People’s Choice Award on “I travel to Auckland each Saturday Facebook. for rehearsals and we have a full dress To vote, ‘like’ the official Facebook rehearsal the day prior to the final. page of Miss World New Zealand “Prejudging was held last weekend, (www.facebook.com/ which was a bit nerve-wracking, but I missworldnewzealandorganisation) and was pleased to be named in the top four like your favourite photo/contestant. in the talent section, so I will one of the To find out more about Jade, see her contestants performing in the final at the Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ Rendezvous Hotel in Auckland. pages/Jade-Peterson-Official-Miss-New- “I am dancing a routine that includes Zealand-2015-Finalist/1527249094229115) jazz, hiphop and contemporary moves to Anyone interested in buying tickets Avicii’s The Nights. ($100) to the Miss World New Zealand TC020415SP13A “There are three other sections on the final in Auckland on April 25 should MISS WORLD WAIKATO Jade Peterson of night — cocktail dress, evening-wear contact Jade Peterson. Te Awamutu. Photo courtesy Alex Tee. BUSINESS BRIEF Positive move for Pirongia fitness studio Janine Monk is delighted to offers group fitness classes, like-minded people. rehabilitation from injuries and be expanding her fitness busi- small group classes and one-on- “The one-on-one personal illness. ness at Pirongia. one personal training. training provides individualised “So I encourage all my clients This newspaper is subject to NZ Press From Tuesday, Positively Fit “For the fitness classes of up training and programmes . I also to become part of the Positively Council procedures. A complaint Fitness Studio will be operating to 15 people we offer Jazz tailor home exercise plans and Fit community. Within our com- must fi rst be directed in writing to the from the Pirongia Sports Com- Aerobics, Mum's n' Bub's, Grav- provide nutrition and wellness munity we plan to have family editor’s email address. If not satisfi ed plex. ity Plus, Circuit, Circuit Express coaching.” fun days, charity fundraising with the response, the complaint may “We will have our classes and Hard Core Circuit. The As a fully qualified, REPS- challenges and the opportunities be referred to the Press Council, P.O. and specialised equipment small group classes receive accredited personal trainer and to make friends and develop Box 10-879, The Terrace, Wellington upstairs.We offer a positively more individual attention and life coach, Mrs Monk offers buddy systems.” 6143. Or use the online complaint form rewarding, safe and fun exercise personal training at affordable services for all fitness levels and For more: www.positivelyfit. at www.presscouncil.org.nz Please experience.” group class rates, as well as the ages. weebly.com, ph 027 321 6720 or include copies of the article and all Positively Fit Fitness Studio added bonus of support from “I can also help you with email [email protected] correspondence with the publication. 14 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 2, 2015 15 COLLEGE ConnectionzConnectionz Student Celebration ofof AcademicAcademic ExcellenceExcellence On Thursday, March 19 Te Awamutu College held the Bronze (15 - 29) Medallion for achieving Excellence annual Academic Excellence Evening at Vilagrad Winery. Credits. Distinctions can be gained by achieving 60 plus Two hundred and ninety students, parents, caregivers, credits at Excellence level. leadershipleadership extended family members, staff and Board of Trustees Congratulations for topping their year levels go to Katie members gathered to celebrate the students’ success, to Foulkes who earned 86 Excellence Credits at NCEA socialise and to have a mouth watering meal that Vilagrad Level 2 and Tyra Todd who earned 79 Excellence Credits always provides. at NCEA Level 1. Students earned a Gold (50 - 59), Silver (30 - 49) or They received blazers to wear throughout the year. Committee headsheads

(ABOVE) 2014 Year 11 Gold and Distinction Medallion Recipients (from left) Jennifer Sinclair, Clare Croad, Morgan Karl, Ella Hopkins, Theresa Amituanai, Tyra Todd, Grace Abernethy, Jared Clarke, Katrina Harris.

2015 Head Students (from left) Joshua Reynolds, Ruby Ranstead, Katie Foulkes, Dylan Chetwin. Inset: Board of Trustees Student Representative Kyle Ingham. (LEFT) 2014 Year 12 Gold and Distinction Medallion Recipients: (from left) Laura SCHOOL Committee Heads for 2015 are (from left) Te Ao Taawhirangi Onehi (KiaTu Forum), Hilhorst, Wendy Rombouts, Charlotte Myah Adams (Social), Joshua James (Environment), Charlotte Corlett (Ball), Kasandra Hart- Corlett, Katie Foulkes, Molly McGrath, New faces Kaumoana (Cultural), Molly Hale (SADD), Emma Yarndley (Hokioi), Wikitoriao Nlan (Sport), Georgia Sinclair. Keely Meredith (Health). Who ya gonna call? Te Awamutu College 871 4199 House leaders fl flying ying the the fl flag ag For absences...... 1 Student Centre...... 2 Finance Offi cer (Katrina Alquist)...... 3 Principal’s PA (Rachel Williams)...... 4 Uniform Shop...... 5 Patricia Avenue Satellite Unit...... 6 Other enquiries/ Reception (Maree Wilson)...... 0 EXTENSION NUMBERS Director of Sports (Keith Bain)...... 237 Health Centre Nurse (Kerryn Waugh) ...... 215 Year 9 Deans (Rebecca Legg/Bernard Oliver)...... 209 Year 10 Deans (Kelly Anderson/Cameron Stapleton)...... 210 Year 11 Deans (Kate Topless/Jason Barnfi eld)...... 211 Year 12 Deans (Michelle Devlin/David Prout)...... 212 Year 13 Dean (Bob Hollinshead)...... 213 Guidance Counsellor (Coral Stuart)...... 216 NEW teachers for 2015 are (from left) Glenn Todd (Digital NZQA (Cath Parr)...... 226 Technology), Taylor Hunter (Social Sciences), Will Careers Advisor (Christine Dickson)...... 231 Cawkwell (Soft Materials Technology), Rachel Pentney Centre of Excellence (Michelle Boyde)...... 233 (Social Sciences), Vicki Wolfe, (English) Ursula Johnson RTLB (David Buchanan)...... 234 (Science). Absent: Jan McCaughey (English).

SCHOOL House Leaders for 2015 (from left) Melrose: Ryan McNeil, Mikayla Emery, Mr Bruce Taylor, Shaun Rumbles (absent: Azure Day); Cameron: Myah Adams, Torrin Campbell, Caitlan Johnston, Joshua Smith, Ms Candice Barker; Selwyn: Michel Ennis, Nika Coley, Mr Dave Smith, Samantha Higgins, Joseph Wiki; Gorst: Wikitoria Nolan, Liston Ngatae, Sasha King, Brandon-lee McIndoe, Ms Kiri Allin.

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For the first time in nearly Rennie. Ngatai and lock Brodie two years the Chiefs will play “As a group this was better, Retallick, who are both the Blues at Waikato Stadium still not where we want to be, expected to be available for on Saturday as part of an but moving in the right direc- the game. Easter rugby bonanza. tion.” There has been a change When it comes to concrete In the double header, the Sonny Bill Williams was at the top of the leaderboard in Chiefs Development side will strong and gave the Chiefs ‘Our Panel’s Picks’ Super 15 we’re up with the play play the Blues Development good go forward. competition run by the Cour- • READY MIX CONCRETE side in the curtain raiser at Back rower Mike Leitch ier. • WATER TANKS 4.45pm, with the main match was outstanding and from an Ross Fleming of JL Te Awamutu • SEPTIC TANKS between the Chiefs and the impact point of view, Connolly Painting Contractors Your Certified Ready Mix Concrete Plant Blues following at 7.35pm. Augustine Pulu and Andrew was one of six tipsters to nail The Chiefs secured a four Horrell went well off the bench. 6/7 winners in week seven. He MILLS REEF try, bonus point win over the Two areas Rennie will be leapfrogs previous leader Reserve Range Cheetahs with their 37-27 vic- addressing are discipline and Lance Fielder of Gyde tory on Saturday night at interpretation. Down to 13 Wansbone with a 70% overall $ 99 19 BOTTLE FOR FRIENDLY, PERSONAL SERVICE, SEE YOUR LOCAL CONCRETE COMPANY Waikato Stadium. men at one stage, the Chiefs success rate. 07 871 5209 www.bowersconcrete.co.nz Tries went to Japanese struggled to adapt to the ref- Fielder, with 4/6, drops to Cnr Sloane & Vaile Street | 07 872 0700 captain and Chiefs’ No 8 eree’s interpretation of certain equal second with Dwight Michael Leitch, Sam Cane, laws. Harvey of Superliquor TA, 6/7, Rural Supplies Liam Messam and Andrew The penalty count was on 68%. The other four Horrell. 11-0 at one stage. tipsters to manage 6/7 were “To get five points, regard- The Chiefs will be Chris Grenfell (Edmonds For ALL your less of the score, was pleasing bolstered for the upcoming Judd), Chris Bowman after our huge disappointment State of Origin like match (Manuka Health), Andrea regrassing in Africa and the long trip against the Blues with the Miller (PGG Wrightson) and requirements home,” said coach, Dave return of midfielder Charlie Nicky Timmo (Timmo’s ITM). See the team at PGG Wrightson Rural Supplies

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WHAT’S ON Not too late to play football

BY COLIN THORSEN their season beginning on lot of RUGBY PREMIER NETBALL May 2. Those midgets who promising GOOD FRIDAY 3 APRIL Trainings Event Centre, Tuesdays from 6.30pm. It’s not too late for par- have already registered players. PREMIER RUGBY Contact Hyrum 021 0687017. ents to register their child if started their season last “Overall, I Snr Green vs Hautapu, 1.00pm, Cambridge 1 they want to play soccer this Wednesday. If keen, get was Snr Blue vs Hautapu, 2.45pm, Cambridge 1 year. along to Sherwin Park on happy VENUE HIRE “We are still looking for Wednesday 4.30-5.30pm to with the For all occasions, great facilities, great rates. boys and girls aged 5-12 participate. effort and RUGBY LEAGUE SENIOR RESERVES Contact Keith or Linda 07 8713910 years,” says Te Awamutu Te Awamutu will field Dave Ireland commit- Sponsored By Kirstie Mcgrail-Ray White Football Club president four senior teams this year, ment and, PRE SEASON GAME TONIGHT Thank you to the following Club Sponsors for David Hall. one more than last year. given we have so many new Firehawks vs Putaruru Dragons their continued generous support: “If we get sufficient num- They are the women’s team players this year, it is going 7.30pm, Albert Park 1 bers, we will field a girls- in division B, championship to take a few more games to Firehawks competition starting 11 April 2015, only team this season men’s team (used to be gel properly,” says coach away to Hukanui, Resthills, 1.00pm because of the likelihood called Fed 2 team) and men’s Dave Ireland. girls’-only leagues will be teams in C division and E Player of the day was JUNIOR RUGBY REGISTRATION created in the Waikato next division. Michael Sargent-mens in his Missed registration? year.” The championship men’s first senior game. View details on www.tasports.co.nz Te Awamutu has a team kicked off their season The women’ team get under Junior Rugby thriving junior section. with a 4-1 away loss against under way on April 12, while Over 100 juniors/midgets Te Puke on Saturday. the other men’s divisions www.tasports.co.nz [email protected] 07 8713910 Mon-Fri – 9-3pm have already registered for It is a young team with a kick off on April 11.

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A high standard was set in week one of front with a 180 in his team’s 14-1 romp over Rural the darts subsidiary round highlighted by Ohaupo Solids. six 180s being thrown over the five matches. The tried and true, old brigade of Ken Mike Hawker threw a perfect score for Bardsley and Steve Davis got their Waipa Workingmen’s Club Hunters in their umpteenth season off to a flying start, both 15-0 whitewash over RSA Allsorts. throwing 180s helping Warriors to a 15-0 Roundup Jamie Te Nana provided the match victory over WWMC Raiders. highlight with a 180 for Rosetown Rockets in Tungstens’ Rob Day completed the 180 PUBLISHES 14TH APRIL their 14-1 win over RSA Bombers. haul in his team’s 14-1 win over Ohaupo Ohaupo No. 1 Louis Kunz led from the Tigers. Booking Deadline 3rd April Cicadas unbeaten to take title • REGRASSING Cicadas emerged with a were runners-up with eight 119 points. Runners-up, Te rare unbeaten record in the wins and a draw. Awamutu Marathon Clinic • MAIZE HARVESTING business house bowls com- The second flight was finished with seven wins petition run by Te Awamutu exceptionally close, being and 92 points. To advertise call Alan or Dorinda on Bowling Club. decided by the very last bowl Event sponsors Magills The champion to flight on the final night. Butchery provided meat team ended the 10 weeks The winners were packs which were raffled 871 5151 with 10 wins. The Wasps Rovers with seven wins and each night.

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No Open Homes this week Thursday, April 2, 2015 Te Awamutu Courier 19 SELL YOUR HOME Marist honour Mick FROM JUST $699 TE AWAMUTU BY COLIN THORSEN 60 McCullough Lane Te Awamutu Marist Rugby Club has TOP QUALITY ‘AS NEW’ FAMILY LIVING honoured Michael (Mick) Henderson by awarding him honorary life membership. Life membership of any club is a in place) privileged honour. It is not given out lightly and comes after many years of diligent work. Henderson started playing rugby for St Patrick’s School in 1953 before joining St Patrick’s Rugby Club in 1966 and playing on the wing for the under-18 team. area From 1971 to 1980, he played for the St Pat’s senior team in the Waikato division one competition, now known as the premier grade. He played alongside the likes of the OPEN HOME Sun 1-2pm mercurial first five Andy Baker (50 games Call the owner on (excl Easter Wknd) MOB 027 335 6858 Enquiries over $449,000 for Waikato, All Black trialist). The team WEB ID 11850 featured consistently mid-table and on the odd occasion knocked off one of the ‘big TC020415SP19 guns’. LIFER: Marcus Smith, president of Te One of Henderson’s most fond mem- Awamutu Marist Rugby Club presents ories was playing against a Fraser Tech Michael (Mick) Henderson with his life side, boasting the guts of the Waikato membership certificate. team, including Pat (Foxy) Bennett and Landcare networking John Porima in the front row. The meeting was held at the Convent “They came to Albert Park thinking it School and the club was formed a year was going to be a ‘walk in the park’ but later. went home with their tails between their Henderson served on the committee as legs after we beat them with a late president from 1977 to 1980 and had field day intercept try to fullback John another stint in 1983. He was on the McFarlane.” committee that negotiated to purchase the 9.30am on Thursday 9 April 2015 Another highlight for Henderson in 22 acres of land for the club on Park Road. Rukuhia Community Hall and at Lake Cameron, Rukuhia Waikato division one was taking the field As a referee for 15 years, he officiated (on one occasion) with no fewer than in division one, making the ‘top five’ in seven Baker brothers, Eddie, Doug, Dave, the Waikato. Experience community group networking and find out Errol, Bill, Louis and Andy. He managed his club’s senior team in about common issues landcare groups are addressing. He also recalled players having to 1999 and 2000 and continues to be a loyal change in the farmer’s haybarn when he supporter of the Te Awamutu Marist This ﬁeld day is organised by Waikato Regional Council in conjunction with the Lake first played for the senior side at St Pat’s Club, attending home and away games. Rugby Club on Park Road, now known as He has sponsored the club for many Cameron Care Group and Waipa District Council. Castleton Park. years and is always willing to lend a hand Lunch will be provided please register. Henderson has been a big contributor when asked. – to his beloved St Pat’s/Marist club both on His son, Jacob, played two seasons for and off the playing field, following in the the club in the early 2000s. footsteps of his late father, Jacko, who FOOTNOTE: Te Awamutu Marist For further details or to register, contact Bala Tikkisetty: attended the very first meeting of inter- went down 33-13 away to Putaruru on [email protected] ested parties forming a St Patrick’s Rugby Saturday, following their first-up win Club in 1948. over Frankton. or freephone 0800 800 401.

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BY COLIN THORSEN mouth, Wellington, and Whangarei. Ex All Whites goal keeper Qatar, Colombia, Portugal, James Bannatyne proved a big Uruguay and two African hit when making a guest teams will be coming to Hamil- appearance at Te Awamutu ton for their matches. Junior Soccer registration. Andrew Blake of Pirongia is The 29-year-old was at Te in the New Zealand squad that Awamutu Stadium to promote flew out on Tuesday for two soccer’s 2015 Under 20 World ‘friendlies’ against Uzbekistan Cup in New Zealand, help out in preparation for the World with the local junior registra- Cup. tion, and give kids the oppor- New Zealand have been tunity to have fun with drawn in Group A, along with Kickball — a big inflatable Myanmar, Ukraine and USA. TC020415CT03 goal. It has been a huge past 12 TC020415CT04 MOMENT to treasure . . . ex All White goal-keeper James Bannatyne “Tournaments such as months for the Blake family. CUTE: Although too young to enjoys a kick-around with Te Awamutu eight-year-old soccer player Under 20 World Cup don’t come Andrew’s older brother, Hugh, register, Jesse Budd (2) caught Luke Sickelmore at Te Awamutu Stadium. around very often in New Zea- was recently named in the the eye with his ball skills at the land,” Bannatyne told the Scotland World Cup rugby junior soccer registration day. Courier. team. “This is your once in a The U20 World Cup is the days, including three double lifetime chance to see world- world championship of football headers. class football right here at for male players under the age Te Awamutu Football Club Waikato Stadium. of 20 and is organised by committee member David Hall “Come and see the stars of Fe´de´ration Internationale de plans to take 100 local kids to the future play with flair and Football Association (FIFA). the double header at Waikato passion in the hope to become The championship has been Stadium on May 31 featuring the next Lionel Messi.” awarded every two years since Qatar v Colombia (1pm) and The FIFA U20 World Cup is the first tournament in Tunisia Portugal v Senegal (4pm). the largest football tournament in 1977. ever staged in New Zealand. In the 19 tournaments held, ■ Tickets for the U20 World Cup It will take place over three only nine nations have won the games are now on general sale and weeks from May 30 to June 20 title. can be purchased here: with 24 countries partici- Argentina is the most suc- tickets.fifanz2015.com/individual- pating. cessful team with six titles, matches/ A total of 52 matches will be followed by Brazil with five General information about the TC020415CT05 played in seven host cities — titles and Portugal with two. tournament, teams etc can all be SHOT: Sophie Budd (6) has a turn kicking for goal in the Kickball Auckland, Christchurch, Dun- Hamilton will host eight found here: www.fifa.com/ competition, watched by WaikatoBOP Football development officer edin, Hamilton, New Ply- matches across five match u20worldcup/index.html Alec Wilson.

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SUPPLEMENT TO TE AWAMUTU COURIER, TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2014 Hamilton Tacticaltical To reach this local market contact one of our sales consultants today - Coordinator, Seniornior SergeantSergean Freda Grace saysys there have been 99 burglarieses reported in RURAL the Waikato betweenween ANZACANZAC FINAL PUSH: Downer contractors prepare Alexandra Street outside Te Awamutu College for new seal. Day and Mondayy morning.morning. PHONE 07 871 5151 "In many caseses the Work has begun on sealing Te Street from Tawhiao Street to upgrade has been reduced by nesses face restricted access, burglaries involveded youngyoung Awamutu’s Alexandra Street, the railway crossing outside combining the water services and the contractor, Downer is Te Awamutu people targetinge electronics,lectronics, the final stage in the upgrade Fonterra, said Waipa District works with the road reconstruc- working with those affected to Email: [email protected] alcohol or other easilyeasily project. 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BY COLIN THORSEN Senior Rugby Te Awamutu Swimming Home game this Easter Friday 2.45pm - Marist versus Club coach Steven Hay was Taupiri Come down and support the boys and enjoy ecstatic after every member of a drink at the bar. Interest from new players still his seven strong team medalled welcome. Contact TK on: 021 768706 or Shane on: at the national division II 027 289 8593 championships in Dunedin. Junior Rugby The team collectively won 18 Is your child considering rugby this year? We are medals, came away with sixth happy to take late registrations for junior players 6th placing overall, two new NAGS grade to 10th grade (4 - 10 years). $20 for one child, (national age group) qualifiers $40 for family of two or more. Games start after and a huge number of PB’s Easter. All junior rugby enquiries contact Pip on: 027 (personal bests). 686 6451 “It has been such a pleasure to coach these talented young Netball athletes this week and the club Check Tuesdays paper for the draw. For all netball should be very proud of the related enquiries contact Tania on: 027 2897566 team’s performance,” Hay told Power Pulling the Courier. Lucy Stockdale started the Want to ﬁ nd out more? Call Liz on: 027 2487539 ball rolling on day one, Club Facilities For Hire TC020415SP21 claiming Te Awamutu’s first Looking for somewhere to hold your next function? gold medal with a personal best CAME, saw, conquered . . . Te Awamutu’s well performed swimming team that peaked for the Look at our venue. A licensed premises with cooking and NAGS qualifying time of National Division II Championships. Pictured celebrating their success at the top of Baldwin facilities that can seat up to 150. Contact Catherine 1.20.84 winning the 100m Street in Dunedin, the world’s steepest residential street are, from left, Tully Dickson, Shay on: 021 511 710 breaststroke. Dickson, Liam Barton, Todd Cameron, Lucy Stockdale, Jayden Ross and Tisharne Sicely. The breaststroke specialist Club News ended the championships with of 1.02.9 helping the Waikato silver medal. Cameron capped The Dickson brothers, Tully Welcome to the two newest members of the Marist a personal haul of three golds 4x100m freestyle relay team his championship by winning and Shay, excelled in the 200 fly. family - Parker Kahura and Mason Smith both born in and a brace of silver medals. place fourth. two gold medals in his age Both stepped onto the medal the past week. Her other golds came in the The hard luck story had to group’s 400 IM and 200 breast- dais, Tully picking up the silver Upcoming Events 50m breaststroke final, won go to Sicely who swam a PB in stroke. His breaststroke time medal, while younger brother convincingly in 35.78, and the the 200 backstroke to gain was a rapid 2.48. Shay showed strength in the Easter Friday – KC Entertainment will be on site 200 breaststroke final. second place, only for a conten- Barton made finals of the second half of the race to claim and the bar open. Come dance the night away after the Marist / Taupiri games and celebrate the long Her silvers were claimed tious DQ (disqualification) to 200 IM and 200 free, finishing bronze in a NAGS qualifying weekend. Free entry for club members. with a PB of 2.41.78 in the 200 put her out of the medals. fourth and seventh respec- 2.30.84. individual medley and as a Her disappointment was tively, while his second bronze Tully collected a second sil- member of the second placed cushioned a little with a 1.15.78 medal came representing Wai- ver medal in the 1500 free, while THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: club 4x100 freestyle relay team bronze medal swim in the 100 kato in the 4x100 free relay. Shay was just pipped for bronze The Redoubt, Te Awamutu Plumbing & Drainage, also comprising Liam Barton, backstroke. She also placed He just missed out on the 200 with a PB of 1.07.82 for the 100 ASAP Contracting and Beaurepaires Tisharne Sicely and Jayden seventh in the 200 IM final. breaststroke bronze, placing fly. Ross who all swam PB splits. Dominance in the sprint fourth in a PB of 2.49.35, while The boys’ 4x100 medal club For any information your require please Stockdale also placed sixth breaststroke continued with the boys’ 4x100m relay team of relay team of Barton, Cameron, visit the Te Awamutu Marist website with a PB in the 50 fly, swam a Barton picking up bronze in a Barton, Ross, Tully Dickson Shay Dickson and Ross all PB of 2.22.06 for fourth in the PB 35.42, while Todd Cameron and Cameron also placed swam huge PB splits to gain a www.teawamutumarist.co.nz 200 free and a recorded a time smashed out a 34.50 for the fourth. fourth place finish. enquiries to: [email protected]

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Prices apply from Wednesday 1st April to Sunday 5th April 2015, or while stocks last. Trade not supplied. We reserve the right to limit quantities. All limits specifi ed apply per customer per FreshChoice Te Awamutu day. All prepared meals are serving suggestions only. Props not included. Certain products may not be 39 Rewi St, Te Awamutu. Phone 871 3086. available in all stores. Proprietary brands not for resale. See instore for Easter Holiday hours. Find us online at FreshChoice.co.nz and Facebook.com/FreshChoiceNZ FCTA0104 Thursday, April 2, 2015 Te Awamutu Courier 23 Set piece sinks Sports Special BY JUSTIN MIEZENBEEK Te Awamutu Sports paid ANZACA the price for struggling at set piece against a committed REMEMBRANCECE Fraser Tech side, going down 20-13 in Waikato Feature - Publishing Tues April 21 Premier Rugby. The three tries to one defeat at Albert Park on In association with our local RSA - we are publishing a special Saturday sends Sports into ANZAC Gallipoli liftout publication commemorating the the lower half of the table, in a hotly contested competi- 100th anniversary of all New Zealanders involved in the fi rst world war. tion which has only one This will include stories and photos from a local perspective. team unbeaten after three rounds. We invite Te Awamutu businesses to place a supporting advert to Inoke Tuibua scored the only try for the hosts, while show their respect to all those who served their country 100 years ago. Nathan George added a con- version and two penalties Tech’s game plan was JUSTIN MIEZENBEEK PHOTO For booking please contact Alan or Ange 871 5151 obvious from the outset. PIVOT Nathan George on the offence for Te Awamutu They kept the ball in close, Sports against Fraser Tech at Albert Park on Saturday. kicked for the corners and attacked Sports at the set backline showed their wares off. They did, however, man- piece. The plan worked to and struck a vital blow right age to secure a bonus point perfection, lock Brad on the halftime break. for losing by seven or less Mitchell dotting down From a perfectly worked points. within five minutes for the lineout, George carved Sports were more than visitors, followed by a pen- through the defence, putting competitive in the loose. The alty to five-eighth Matty Tuibua in the clear to score. back row of Valentino BARBARA KURIGER Landsdown. George added the conver- Mapapalangi, Carl Finlay George replied with a sion and Sports were still and Christian Kelleher had penalty to have Sports right in the game, trailing huge games, while Norman MP FOR TARANAKI-KING COUNTRY trailing 8-3 midway through 15-10. Solofa and Etimani Sului the first half. The second half turned were also to the fore. Scrum and lineout domi- into a brutal affair as Tech Jared Bayliss again nance resulted in another used the wind and dominant showed his value at fullback Fraser Tech try when half- set piece to pin Sports back with a busy performance, back Troy Lobendahn in their quarter. while Esera Esera was a big ELECTORATE OFFICE CONTACT: sniped around the ruck Tech lock Colin Cooper influence on attack, especi- fringe to score, converted by scored to stretch their lead ally in the last 10 minutes, | Landsdown to stretch the out to 20-10. throwing his body on the A: 25 Roche Street, Te Awamutu P: 07 870 1005 lead to 15-3. George added a penalty line in the face of huge | Tech were in complete to get Sports within striking defence. E: [email protected] W: www.barbarakuriger.co.nz control at this point, starv- distance as the rain started Sports travel to Cam- ing Sports of the ball and falling. bridge for the battle of the F: facebook.com/BarbaraKurigerMP dictating the pace. Sports threw all they had Waipa, taking on Hautapu They seemingly had the at Tech in the driving rain, on Good Friday, before hosts at their mercy when threatening to steal a draw hosting Matamata on Easter Authorised by Barbara Kuriger MP, Parliament Buildings, Wellington the ever dangerous Sports’ but couldn’t quite finish it Monday. www.national.org.nz 24 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 2, 2015 Te Awamutu Phone: 871 5151 Fax: 871 3675 Classifi eds Deadlines: Monday & Wednesday 12 noon Courier- FAMILY NOTICES - PUBLIC NOTICES - EMPLOYMENT - FOR SALE - PROPERTIES - MOTORING - TRADE SERVICES - ENTERTAINMENT - Church Services Public Notices For Lease FORMAL NEW industrial Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 40th National warehouse, ideal for bulk storage or trades person, NOTICES Antique & 100m2 x 200m2 x 400m2. Public Notice Phone 871 2171 or 027 440 of application for an On-licence Collectables 7101. Births In Memoriam Show FOSTER. BRAKE, MICHAEL JOHN GIBSON, 18B Granpian Road, St Displays and Sales Flatmates Grant and Jordan Garry James. Heliers, Auckland, has made application to the District A mature person to share welcome with love You were my very Licensing Committee at Te Awamutu for the renewal Easter huge house, you get two "Eli Jordan" special son, best friend of an On-licence in respect of the premises situated at rooms, own lounge with and help mate. I miss Saturday 4 April Born on 17 December, Church Services Sports Notices Sky Multi-room box plus you every hour in 97 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu and known as THE & Sunday 5 April a queen sized brm, use of 2014, weighing COMMERCIAL HOTEL. 3520gms, (7lb,12oz) . A every day. Your 10am - 4pm landline with unlimited brother for Noah and forever loving Mum, calls within New Peggy. KIHIKIHI The general nature of the business conducted under Zealand, unlimited Zachary. REACH the licence is that of Hotel, Bar and Restaurant. Hamilton Rose TABLE TENNIS Gardens Pavilion, broadband, power incl, $175 p/wk, must love BRAKE, CHURCH CLUB The days on which and the hours during which alcohol off Cobham Drive, Deaths Garry. pets, non smokers. Phone Easter Production is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday, 9am Hamilton 027 540 0016. SCRIMSHAW, 7 April 1983. You are and Communion OPENING to 2am the following day. Donald Maxwell. ever held close to my NOTE: ADULT ENTRY $6 Property Wanted Passed away heart my darling NIGHT The application may be inspected during ordinary UNDER 13YRS FREE HOUSE WANTED for peacefully but brother. Miss and love CHANGE IN TIME 7pm Monday offi ce hours at the offi ce of the District Licensing unexpectedly at the you so much. Your Now at 10.30am Committee, Waipa District Council, 101 Bank Street, removal. Phone ever-loving sister 13 April 2015 021-0274-5654. family home on 31 See you there Kihikihi Town Hall Te Awamutu. March 2015. Dearly Angela and family. Business for Sale WANTED, lease land for loved husband of the Phone Hyrum Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to and Wanted rearing dairy young late Valerie. Loved BRAKE, LOST opportunities by 871 7397 stock, Te Awamutu/ not advertising in the Te object to the renewal of the licence may, not later than father and father-in- Jimmy. or 021 068 7017 15 working days after the date of the publication of this Parawera district. Phone law of Neill and Tui Awamutu Courier. Ph RURAL Shaun 027 635 3726. 6 April 1990. You will 871 5151. www.kihikihitabletennis.co.nz notice, fi le a notice in writing of the objection with the (Wellington), Allan always be sadly DELIVERY RUN (Wellington), Linda missed at 954 Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Waipa Storage and John Locke Racecourse Road. Sports Notices District Council, Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. Te Awamutu area. (Brightwater). A loved Peggy. 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9972383AA reqd at Robert Harris This Saturday, 7.30am- calves. Phone 0800 CALF MILK cafe´. Please call in with 11am, no early birds DOWN COW. All milk wanted BROKER please! Lots of household CV to 39 Arawata Street, SEVEN Easter chickens for calves. Te Awamutu. items, moving sale. and mother for sale, Christine Braun Phone Deb Phone TO VISIT VISITED chickens are one month 871 4815 or old, $30 the lot. Please THIRD YEAR ❏❏ 027 490 1007 021 545 302 phone 871 5591. ARE you renovating or PRECISION WELDER OPERATOR TWO beautiful young building? Call Dave Rowe APPRENTICE bantum roosters for sale, Painter/Decorator. Call Property & Home Courier Sharpening is a progressive company OR $4 for both. Phone 871 ✯✯✯✯✯ 027 290 8776/07 873 9104. Maintenance 5591. www.daverowe.co.nz specializing in providing the food industry with QUALIFIED [email protected] COMMERCIAL and machinery, blades and a sharpening service Vehicles Wanted domestic cleaning. Call throughout NZ, Australia and the Paciﬁ c. BUILDER CHIMNEY Maid Marj, 871 3309. TE AWAMUTU A1 Chimney Services - EXTERIOR house We require a full time Precision Welder Operator. PHONE 441 WALLACE TERRACE 0800 CAR DUMP cleans, safety checks, cleaning. Phone Ultra Massive garage sale, parts. Phone Andrew Clean 0800 569 656 today! No experience required as full training will be provided. 027 438 0115 antiques to new, sign out GOT a DEAD or ALIVE VEHICLE Taylor 871 4244. 8am - 12noon. GRASS Busters, for your The person we require needs to have a proven record TO VISIT VISITED $ $ $ Seven CHIMNEY lawn mowing needs. of being self-motivated, good time management skills RELIEF POSTIE ❏❏ Day NEED your chimney Phone/text 027 6555 035 and ﬁ tting into a team environment. cash cleaned? Most cleaned for or 07 825 2781. NEEDED FOR paid Pickup $80. Fundamental LAWNS and gardens. Please send your CV to: [email protected] with OTOROHANGA Plants & Gardens Cleaning - 0800 520 005. Professional results at a covering letter. Based VERY affordable prices. Lawn We are contracted CLEANING homes and to NZ Post to deliver ORGANIC Compost, Bio reliable offices. Professional services from $16. Fully Applications close on Tuesday 7 April at 5pm Grow certificate 4971 C01, in Te mail in Otorohanga service results at affordable insured security and are looking for a bagged or bulk, can Awamutu prices. Full service from screened owner Relief Postie to assist deliver, depot: Payne $40. Fully insured operated. Free quotes. when the current Road, Te Awamutu. security screened owner Phone VIP Home staff is on leave. Phone Ray 027 417 7665 or operated. Free quotes. Services now 0800 846 484. 871 7156. 0800 227 3867 Phone VIP Home This role is a casual one. TOPIARY and standards, Second Hand Tyres, Mags, Lights, Radio’s Services now 0800 846 484. Computer Services nursery open Fridays, & parts FOR SALE If you are looking for an interesting role, this 10am to 4pm, 132 HOUSE PC PROBLEMS? WAIPA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL may be for you. Sainsbury Road, NO fix, no fee, local IT Pirongia or phone Susan WASHING professional available for TE AWAMUTU To register Ranstead on 871 9105. CAR REMOVALS PHONE WashBright 871 on site repairs, upgrades your interest 7389. please phone: and trouble shooting, PC TEACHER AIDE POSITION Ian at Phone 871 5151 $$CASH PAID$$ and laptop sales, no call Customised Deliveries Fax 871 3675 CARS, VANS, UTES & 4X4 WANTED PLASTERER out fees for help, Phone FIXED TERM 027 297 0115 EXPERIENCED, no job too Matt 027 515 6996 or 870 Deadline 11.30am day NZ OWNED AND OPERATED FOR 23 YEARS small. Phone Ian 021 229 3038. Waipa Christian School requires a Teacher prior to publication We use world class vehicle depollution systems 7748. Aide with experience in Special Needs and Farm Employment Te Awamutu Gardening & Courier WOF Landscaping ORRS. You must have a warm disposition; TYRE and Tune Centre, be flexible, professional, patient and able to TREE clean-ups, gardens, [email protected] 21 Bond Road, WOF, 0800 8200 600 lawns, hedge trimming demonstrate initiative. Successful applicant servicing, cambelts and FARM and any odd jobs. Phone repairs. Phone 871 3267. must also demonstrate effort to uphold the Wanted to Buy www.pickapart.co.nz 872 7992. or Exchange Special Christian Character of the school. 15 ASSISTANT hours per week term time only. All applicants CARAVANS, horsefloats, 2015/2016 milking boats wanted any cond BUILDER will be police vetted. 600 Jersey cows Phone Steve 027-622-0011 GET TOP $$$$$ Qualified licensed GARDENING carpenter • Single bedroomed OLD boats, quads, Quality, experienced For a job description and application form please house provided motorbikes, trailers, 29 years experience gardening - Hedges, roses, email: [email protected]. Phone Steve 027-622-0011. FREE QUOTES or general weeding. • 5kms north of

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Legendary orchestra coming to Hamilton

a solid core of musicians spanning generations hired by Basie, including sax- maintaining the flame of one It’s been 40 years in the ophonist John Williams and of the world’s best-loved waiting… the living embodi- trombonist Clarence Banks, sounds. ment of swing, one of the most as well as former members of This 80th Anniversary elegant and irresistible Stan Kenton’s, Benny Good- Tour is a very special sounds that ever shook the man’s and Lionel Hampton’s occasion and a rare chance for western world, The Legen- ensembles. Waikato folk to witness a dary Count Basie Orchestra is Special guest vocalist is the truly elite jazz ensemble bringing their 80th Annivers- remarkable Carmen staged in the iconic Founders ary Tour to Hamilton’s Bradford, who has performed Theatre. Founders Theatre on with artists including Tony “The greatest big band Wednesday, May 27 and we Bennett, James Brown, working today“— New York have a double pass up for Wynton Marsalis, Frank Post grabs for you to help celebrate Sinatra and George Benson. “Purring one moment and this landmark occasion. Count Basie (see inset) roaring the next in trademark Directed by veteran trum- heard Bradford sing in the fashion“— Washington Post peter Scotty Barnhart, the big early eighties and immedi- “If you play a tune and a band 18-piece Count Basie ately hired her as vocalist for person don’t tap their feet, Orchestra features a peerless his Orchestra, a role she has don’t play the tune“— Count array of instrumentalists with continued in to this day. Basie combined credentials that The tradition of excellence A don’t miss-must see con- have topped the upper has continued beyond the cert. Tickets from Ticketek. echelons of the international Count’s passing in 1984 to Competition by Fill The jazz world for decades. make the Orchestra a per- House Tickets Project — From Billie Holiday to manent fixture in Down Beat proudly supporting families Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra to and Jazz Times polls and, at of children with cancer. Nat King Cole, Sarah last count, the recipient of a Vaughan to Ella Fitzgerald, total of 18 Grammy Awards ■ To be in to win simply put your the Count Basie Orchestra garnered as recently as their name, address and daytime has provided the supremely Count Plays Duke album of phone number on the back of a distinctive sound and swing ‘99. standard sized envelope, address behind some of the greatest Simply put, the Count it to the Count Basi Competition singers of the modern age. Basie Orchestra is the real and make sure it reaches our Current members include deal, a who’s who of swing office by 5pm, next Friday.

This competition is provided by ‘Fill The House Tickets Project’, proudly supporting families of children with cancer. 1260 Experience opera — the hits

Experience the captivating beauty of some of the world’s most stunning arias, the light-hearted fun of your favourite opera moments, and the amazing melodies from opera’s most famous composers. Opera’s Greatest Hits will feature the best-loved arias made famous by memorable twentieth century opera stars such as Kiri Te Kanawa, Luciano Pavarotti, and Maria Callas, as well as some of the most beautiful intermezzos from the operatic repertoire, including Me´ditation from Thaı¨s. Operatunity owner and well-known soprano Susan Boland is joined by a stellar OPERA’S Greatest Hits artists (from left) Derek Hill, Elisha group of musicians: two of Fa’i-Hulton, Susan Boland and Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua. the New Zealand Three Tenors, Bonaventure Allan- violinist Jessica Hindin and Vision Church Eastside, Moetaua and Derek Hill, pianist Stephen Small. Hamilton, Monday, April 13, mezzo Elisha Fa’i-Hulton, Opera’s Greatest Hits: 11am. Thursday, April 2, 2015 Te Awamutu Courier 27

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Circumstances Require Quick Sale A Blast From The Past 310 312 184 Ascot Place 586A Bellot Street PRICE: $225,000 For Sale By Deadline Calling sharp investors or those wanting to OPEN: Monday 12.00pm - 12.30pm On 1865m² in the heart of Pirongia Village, this VIEW: ljhooker.co.nz/MNFGG8 own their first family home. A classic layout VIEW: ljhooker.co.nz/MP0GG8 classic villa is waiting for you to make your with bay windows and rear balcony that mark. A separate lounge and the kitchen/dining Tania Ruki 027 441 3264 overlooks paddock. Prior tenants were paying Amy Mather 027 555 0041 area offer ample space. Te Awamutu Realty Limited $300.00 per week. Do your sums, call to view. Te Awamutu Realty Limited 07 871 5044 07 871 5044 Deadline: 2.00pm Thursday, 9 April 2015

Rare Lifestyle Opportunity Terrific In Turere 323 312 264 St Leger Road 426 Turere Lane PRICE: $635,000 PRICE: $399,000 This beautifully manicured section has a Positioned on this sought after street, this VIEW: ljhooker.co.nz/MGPGG8 family home with triple garaging built with VIEW: ljhooker.co.nz/MJPGG8 home provides space for the whole family. entertaining in mind. A walk in scullery and With great indoor/outdoor flow to the deck with Diane Tyer natural flow to the patio area allows lots of Amy Mather 027 555 0041 views of Pirongia, this home has plenty to offer. Te Awamutu Realty Limited room to move. Te Awamutu Realty Limited Call to view. 07 871 5044 07 871 5044

Auction

48.58ha Control Your Own Grazing 558 Kakepuku Road For Sale By Auction:(unless sold prior) OPEN: Tuesday 1.00pm - 2.00pm Situated 8km west of Te Awamutu and has carried 200 Auction: 1.00pm Thursday, VIEW: ljhooker.co.nz/MUFGG8 mixed aged dairy replacements. 30 April 2015, Contour is rolling, easy hill to some steeper at the rear. LJ Hooker Office, Supplements of 600 bales (12 bale equivalent) has been 41 Mahoe Street, taken off. Te Awamutu. Good water supply via a submersible pump. Disused Ken Hagan 021 353 488 cowshed, yards and loading ramp. Te Awamutu Realty Limited These grazing units are rarely available in this location. 07 871 5044 The vendors have sold their Dairy Farm and now this is surplus to requirements.

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