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Circulated FREE to all households throughout Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. Extra copies 35c. BRIEFLY ‘Wiery’ debate Cyclists reel in honours The latest exhibition of No.8 wire sculptures at Te Awamutu A golden year for the local “Council should be commended Museum is pulling record cycling fraternity was refl ected on the Velodrome, which gave me crowds with over 600 people in honours at Waipa Networks the coolest training facility pos- visiting over the last 10 days. District Sports Awards on Tues- sible. “ The 15 semi-fi nalists of the day night. Ulmer said winning Olympic Fieldays No.8 Wire National Art To no-one’s surprise, Sarah Ul- Gold was beyond her wildest Award are currently on show at mer was named Waipa’s Sports- dreams. the museum. person of the Year. “When (Waipa sports co-ordi- Acting director, Debra Kane The Olympic gold medallist nator) Janis Jeffers asked me to says there has been some and world women’s individual be guest speaker for this function controversy over the placeget- pursuit record holder must be a in February, I was worried that ters from the public, with many strong candidate for top honours I might come back from Athens viewers disagreeing with the in the . having to speak as a loser.” judges’ choices and taking the She also collected Waipa Dis- Ulmer said she appreciated the opportunity to cast their own trict’s Fair Play Award - which “wicked” support she received vote for the Peoples Choice once again, given the demeanour from back home. Award which is drawn mid of the young woman, was hardly She received a mountain of January next year. surprising. faxes wishing her luck. Te Awamutu Museum is open Ulmer’s partner and coach, “Among the more humorous 10am until 4pm weekdays, , claimed the were one from a little girl who 10am until 1pm Saturdays and Coach of the Year Award. said her Dad didn’t give me a 1pm until 4pm Sundays. After accepting her award, show, but she thought I would Admission to the Fieldays dedicated it to win. Another wished me good No.8 Wire Art Award is by Cameron. luck in her swimming race.” donation. She said if it were not for him Ulmer’s fellow Olympic cyclists she simply would not have made and Michelle it to the Olympics. Hyland headed off some hot op- Weather wave “In November last year I pretty ponents to take out the Junior Our plea for a wider weekly well gave up cycling. I was sick of Sportsman and Junior Sports- weather report has drawn a training and sick of using other woman of the Year Awards (un- fantastic response. people’s money. der 23 years). We have had respondents “Brendon ‘face-smacked’ me The Junior Sportsperson offering to provide weekly and said we’ve got eight months Award was split in two due to the statistics for Te Awamutu, to get up for the Olympics. Bren- high calibre of entrants. GOLDEN HALO: Olympian Sarah Ulmer with her Sportsperson of the Pirongia and Te Kawa, as well don quit his job and we devised Latham was a member of the as ‘never reported before’ Year trophy at the Waipa District Sports Awards at Trust Waikato Te a detailed plan covering every- pursuit team in Athens and on Awamutu Events Centre on Tuesday night. More photos page 8. areas of Waikeria, Kihikihi and thing.” his return home won both the un- Ngahinapouri. Ulmer said she was inspired der 23 time trial championship 330041AD Our fi rst expanded weather by previous Waipa Olympic gold and national road championship. the Year and John Nicholson was These nominees include Grant report appears on page 3. medallist, who Hyland, after less than six named Administrator of the Year Metcalfe (Coach of the Year), Tim achieved rowing greatness “from months in the sport, was selected for his dedication to the sport of Gudsell and Nic Jordan (Junior Xmas cheer his own backyard” and she was for the individual road race in equestrian. Sportsperson of the Year) and One local woman received a determined to have a totally Kiwi Athens. , a BMX race com- Amigene Metcalfe, Sonia Waddell funding boost before Christmas campaign too. Team of the Year went to none missaire at international level, and Jono Gibbes (Sportsperson of Ironically she was stunned other than Cambridge’s golden when she collected Lotto Divi- was recipient of the Referee/ the Year). after her gold medal ride, when girls, the Evers-Swindell twins. sion II on Saturday. Umpire of the Year Award. Mayor Alan Livingston said Rob Waddell approached her and 2004 was an exceptional year All of these winners are nomi- any city would be proud of the She bought the $18,698 win- said if he made a comeback for for Caroline and Georgina, win- nated for awards in the Perry standard of nominees for the ning ticket at Paper Plus - mak- the Beijing Olympics, whether ning the World Cup regatta in Foundation Waikato Regional Waipa awards. ing it the 48th Division II win- she would mind if he borrowed Munich and culminating in a Sports Awards on December 16. He asked for those in the crowd ning ticket the shop has sold. some of her campaign strategy. well deserved gold medal at the However, due to the high stand- who had represented New Zea- She said the fact Brendon came Athens Olympics. ard of sporting nominees from land to stand and over 50 people Rugby honours from Te Awamutu area brought It was a big night for equestrian the Waipa District, judges recom- got to their feet. Te Awamutu Sports’ took out her to Waipa, but she could not too. Kihikihi Waikato Eventing, mended a number of additional “Now I know why Hamilton three trophies at the Novotel have picked a better place to after its FEI Eventing World Cup nominees also represent Waipa wants to tap into Waipa’s water,” Waikato Rugby Awards. train. Qualifi er coup, took out Club of at the Regional Awards. he quipped. All Black Jono Gibbes won the I. J. Clarke Memorial Trophy as Sportsperson of the Year. In a pre-recorded interview Ohaupo 70km speed zone extended from Wales, Gibbes said it was a “great buzz and a huge Several Courier readers have time to realise this. Kaipaki Road on State Highway lice, Waipa District Council and honour.” He also collected the called to express concern that the Police patrol cars have been 3. Land Transport Safety Authority Vodafone Player of the Year- speed limit at the northern end of seen operating in the vicinity, al- Transit area engineer Gerhard before moving the signs. Representative Award. Ohaupo has been lowered, with though it is not certain whether van Blerk said there had been “If motorists have not noticed Ian Davison was a joint win- little warning for motorists. they have been issuing warn- concerns about vehicles travel- that the signs have moved, we ner of the Nobilo Wines Service The 100km speed limit sign at ings or speeding infringement ling too fast near residences and want to bring it to their atten- to Rugby Award, for his admini- the northern end of the township notices. Ohaupo Primary School, and this tion,” Mr van Blerk said. “We strative roles with Sports over has been removed, but the read- Transit New Zealand has had led Transit to investigate an would rather they found out from its 14 years, culminating in life ers who called (including Ohaupo extended the 70km/hr speed extension. us, rather than face the prospect membership this year. residents) said it took them some restriction from Forkert Road to Transit consulted with the Po- of a speeding fi ne.”

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328TC020/04 1166 32 99 Gostiona Restaurant Untiring service rewarded Te Awamutu genealogists the school gets copies of those, NOW open for caught hardworking mem- plus the new lists. ber John Dudley unaware at Eventually there will be a their annual meeting when master list for all school chil- the they announced his life mem- dren from this district. Lunch bership. Mr Dudley says such a re- @ Mr Dudley joined the Te source is valuable for future Awamutu Branch of the New genealogists. Gosti Zealand Society of Genealo- His own research has gists about 15 years ago. brought a lot of pleasure over He says he and his wife the years. Mary were looking for a hob- He says genealogy is not new cafe/lunch by they could enjoy together just about family, but history and attended a meeting to in general. menu... check out the society. “The family stories come The couple saw it advertised together and form the history in the Courier ‘What’s On’. of the world at that time,” he open fri/sat/sun Mr Dudley says he was put says. off at the fi rst meeting, and Mr Dudley already had 11am - 3pm nearly never returned. some family history dating As it was he avoided the back to the 1300’s when he fi rst two or three annual joined the society, but there Cnr Rukuhia & Ohaupo Rds. meetings because he did not was a gap from 1851 when his Ph: 07 843 5431 want to become too involved, Norwegian grandfather, also 330TC041-04 but when he did fi nally attend John, came to New Zealand. an AGM, he was elected to the Some of those gaps have committee and was deputy since been fi lled. New Listing - Auction convenor. He says in general genealo- On his life membership gists are helpful to one anoth- certifi cate it records his con- er, although some like to keep siderable service since those information to themselves. early days. Mr Dudley has made con- Mr Dudley served three tacts overseas who keep him years as convenor, repre- informed of new family fi nds, sented the club at numerous plus he is still tracing his regional and national confer- New Zealand family. ences and has just resigned An example of the co-op- from nine years as editor of erative nature of genealogists 1050 TE PAHU ROAD the monthly newsletter. was when the New Plymouth 12.4ha (30 acres) top quality flat land with 4 bay He obtained the funding for Museum sent a copy of an im- TE AWAMUTU Branch of the New Zealand Society of implement shed and 77m2 building currently used as the microfi che cabinet in the age simply entitled Dudley Genealogists life member John Dudley with his certificate owners accommodation. library, was instrumental in Golden Wedding 1929 from and one of the school admissions and withdrawals rolls he bringing the 2006 National a huge collection of photo- has obtained as a resource for future researchers. 330042AD Auction to be held at the offices of Bruce Spurdle First Conference to Hamilton and graphic plates from a profes- National, 35 Alexandra St, Te Awamutu at 2pm on was the driving force behind sional photographer from the Modern genealogy relies ting the word out amongst December 23, 2004 (unless sold prior) the Schools Project. region. heavily on computer records researchers about what infor- Contact Barry Jones That project has seen the Mr Dudley sent the image and information, but Mr Dud- mation is being sought. society gather records of around family researchers ley says it is still important Te Awamutu Branch of the Phone: 871 6157 Office admissions and withdrawals and interested members and researchers cross reference New Zealand Society of Ge-

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PAGE 2 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 Promoting property rights By Cathy Asplin 2004 YEARLY There was some hu- mour to Act MP Gerry Eckhoff’s visit to town earlier this week - but bigger than ever a very serious message behind the antics. Mr Eckhoff is touring the country in a bright yellow bus to promote his views on a proposed monster law change which will allow public access to private farmland. He says violent con- frontations are more likely to be the result THE CHOICE IS EZY if the law change goes SALE ahead. “The public can’t TH wander around a fac- THIS SAT, NOV 27 tory whenever they feel like it and the same should apply to farms, which are essential NEW & PRE-OWNED... grass factories.” Mr Eckhoff has been on the road for around DVD’s Videos four weeks and has had both formal and informal meetings dur- ing that time. “I have huge concerns Spend $30 at the sale and go in the about open access and the feedback I am re- draw to WIN assorted Instant Kiwi’s ceiving from people in rural areas is pretty ACT Rural Affairs MP Gerry Eckhoff keeps a tight rein on ‘Jim the Crim’ much the same. while in Te Awamutu on Tuesday. 330043AD “Security levels on farms would have to from them. happening if their interest is be increased signifi cantly if this “If, unfortunately, that right diverted elsewhere. POWERBALL - STRIKE legislation goes through. does get taken away, then there “I am hopeful that rural peo- “Farmers are already having certainly needs to be some com- ple, in particular, will oppose to turn to fi rearms to protect pensation involved.” this legislation, before it is too their families, property and as- Mr Eckhoff says he is pas- late and their rights are taken sionate about this issue and away.” Combined 4.1 Million sets - this would surely increase if the public has open access to wants to make others, particu- farmland.” larly farmers and those living Min Max Rain DON’T MISS OUT on Weather 0 0 Mr Eckhoff has farmed in in rural areas, aware of what’s C C mm these GREAT BARGAINS Roxburgh for 32 years and says happening. Kihikihi 5 24 16.0 he has always allowed access to He understands cabinet will Ngahinapouri 12 18 15.6 consider the issue from Decem- Pirongia 7 23 18.8 his land. Pokuru 7 25 28.0 170 George Street “But it should be up to indi- ber 2. Te Awamutu 10 24 22.0 TE AWAMUTU vidual farmers to give permis- “This is at a very busy time Te Kawa West 7 24 30.0 sion for access, they shouldn’t of the year for most people and Te Pahu 6 23 21.0 THE CHOICE IS EZY Phone 870 2010 have that right taken away they may not realise what is Waikeria 4 23 21.0 330TC023/04

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Contact Arthur $325,000 Mark Woolley: 07 902 0444 Pat Tindle: 07 902 0432 Arthur Marty: 07 902 0443 David Salmon: 07 902 0445 021 425 145 021 926 413 021 454 915 021 961 563 330TC018/04 Our ANYTIME numbers are Telstra Clear LOCAL CALLS Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 3 L o c h i e l Pr o Sh o p & T e Aw a m u t u Go l f Cl u b Demo Time to get Schools sign up to care DDAAYY for their environment trucks out! Two Waipa schools are among ers, caretakers, boards of trustees, the nine new Waikato schools to families / whanau and the wider Sunday Why is it going to have joined the Enviroschools Pro- community. 28th November take 10 years to get gramme. ● a sense of purpose – students trucks out of our main Enviroschools integrates environ- are inspired to create a healthy, street? mental education into school life. peaceful and sustainable school. I read the Waipa Dis- when 9am - noon Environment Waikato’s schools A total of 40 Waikato schools are trict’s announcement, programme co-ordinator and region- involved in the Facilitated Enviro- where Driving Range, Te Awamutu Golf Club headed ‘Trucks out in al Enviroschools co-ordinator Dean schools Programme, a three-year ten years’, three times format Try out the latest in Golf technology King says that the new schools will process supported by an Enviro- to make sure I hadn’t join the facilitated Enviroschools schools facilitator, a comprehensive from the Cleveland & PGF ranges. missed anything. But programme in 2005. resource kit and network of environ- Quality clubs (new and 2nd hand, mens & ladies) no, in fact the ten years They are Ngahinapouri, Whare- mental educators. is ‘a minimum’. will also be available. papa South (Waipa) Nga Taiatea Environment Waikato works in In 10 years time I’ll Wharekura, Vardon School, Peach- partnership with Hamilton City Craig Carrington and Scott Pickett will be on be 75 and hopefully By Chamber of grove Intermediate, (Hamilton), Te Council (19 schools), Waipa District retired again. In 10 Commerce executive hand to offer expert advice & swing tips. Kura Kaupapa Maori o Bernard Council (seven schools), Waikato Dis- years time we’ll have officer Michael Cox. Fergusson, Tamahere, Te Kowhai trict Council (six schools) and Taupo Afterwards, play in “The Razz” Sunday comp had two further local (Waikato) and Tauhara Primary District Council (seven schools) to to test your new gear/skills. body elections. In 10 years time ‘The Brash gov- (Taupo). fund the Enviroschools programme ernment’ will probably have come and gone! In Enviroschools work within the for schools in their areas. For further info call Lochiel Pro Shop 10 years time Helen Clark will be (if she achieves curriculum framework and Guide- District councils are required to her aim) Secretary of the United Nations. Win- lines for Environmental Education commit some funding to enable on 07 843 6898 328TC034-04 ston Peters will still be the member for Tauranga, to make learning a practical and fun facilitators to work in their schools but will have severely cut back on his nocturnal experience. and there is one self funding school activities. In 10 years time Mr Parlane will prob- “There is no fi xed formula for be- in the Otorohanga District. ably still be taking cases against the WDC, and ing an Enviroschool, but there are All schools in the Region are able LOWEST PRICES the Council staff will have more than doubled in key values and concepts,” he says. to be part of the Enviroschools number. New Zealand’s population will be hitting These values include: Awards programme, where schools the fi ve million mark, and ‘non-whites’ will be in ● a sense of place – the whole receive some initial support but are GUARANTEED the ascendancy. school environment is a learning essentially left to develop initiatives So, ‘why?’ I ask, can’t we resolve this current resource. independently. CURTAINS • BLINDS problem of these enormous, sometime foul smell- ● a participatory environment More information on the Enviro- ing trucks, polluting our main shopping area? [at – involving the whole school com- schools programme is on the inter- Select from the vast range of the rate of up to 20 an hour at last count]. Is it munity, including students, teach- net at www.enviroschools.org.nz local and imported beyond the wit of our council and their staff, with curtain fabrics in individuals being paid up to $180,000 per annum, our Mobile to resolve this before 2014? Showroom How about just saying “no” to trucks? How Schools receive building funds about a couple of those speed humps across the Several local schools are among ($129,170). middle of Alexandra Street? How about a sim- those to get a share of over $1.38 The funding can be used for a ple diversion at the roundabouts at the ends of million in funding for property variety of projects such as admin- •Free measure and quote Alexandra Street? projects. istration blocks, or to build a new •Trained professional Consultants I can hear the teeth being sucked across the Tainui MP Nanaia Mahuta says gymnasium or school hall. •Appointment to suit •Quality guaranteed town at WDC HQ; which apparently is now not the money is targeted to fund The funding for King Country SPECIAL COMMERCIAL RATES big enough for the current staff, with ten more projects that meet roll growth or to school property is part of an extra Special discounts for VIP customers joining their ranks to handle such things as leg- upgrade and expand school facili- $60m being committed nationwide Our consultant now services Te Awamutu on a islative changes and ‘ development growth’ (what ties. by the Labour-led government to Tuesday each week growth? Te Awamutu is static at the best). I can The largest funding amount in ensure schools are modern and at- hear mutterings about ‘that chap at the Cham- FOR AN APPOINTMENT PLEASE PHONE the Lower Waikato - King Country tractive places in which students ber’ not understanding these things! region - $283,948 - goes to Paterangi feel encouraged to learn. What I do recognise is ‘a ten year delay’ in School. “Students are getting better school improving the ambiance and aroma of our main Other schools getting the green facilities and this will encourage street, and that, quite frankly, is just unaccept-

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WINNING Keep Te Awamutu Beautiful Large Garden - Greg and Lynley Dixon’s Pakura Street property. Judges felt it had ‘gracious street appeal’. 330046AD ‘There’s something about the pressed by what they saw dur- 158 Dalton Ave (combination of Dixons’ when it comes to the ing their visit to Te Awamutu texture, plants and design im- Keep Te Awamutu Beautiful and believe residents can be presses) 2, Mr and Mrs Welling- Garden of the Year Competi- very proud of their gardens. ton, 1121 Racecourse Road (love tion. Results (judges comments): of gardening came through with Winners of the Best Small Large Garden: Greg and all the colour and plantings) 3. Garden this year were An- Lynley Dixon, 436 Pakura Best Home Unit: Hettie Berg gela and Rodney Dixon for their Street (lovely - gracious street 1/635 Fairview Road (pretty as George Melrose Drive property. appeal) 1, Margaret and Kevin a picture). Highly Commended: Exclusive Across town Lynley and Greg Westgate, 886 Ohaupo Road Eunice Bowers 1/3 Tawhiao Dixon were winners of the Best (immaculate and pleasing de- Street (lovely street appeal). SHORT NOTICE TENDER Large Garden for their Pakura sign) 2. Best Street: Dalton Avenue. 150 Hildreth Rd (off Arapuni Rd) Putaruru Street property, while Greg’s Small Garden: Angela and Winners will be presented sister Shiree (nee Dixon) and Rodney Dixon, 208 George Mel- with their awards at a function 101Ha of Tirau ash soils. Milking 230-240 cows. 84,000 D.C. shares. The contour of the land is her family live in this year’s rose Drive (impressed with the to be held in the Waipa District flat to easy undulating with approximately 20Ha of rolling to steeper sidelings. Has an best street Dalton Avenue. way the house and garden fl ow Council Chambers on Tuesday excellent range of buildings including a 30 ASHB dairy, a 5 bay workshop with concrete floor, 2 x Out-of-town judges were im- together) 1, Ian and Gay Fraser evening from 5.30pm. ½ round barns and a large calf shed. The main home is a large 5 bedroom w/b with a self con- tained unit off the garage, set in attractive grounds. There is also a very tidy 3 bedroom cottage. This is a very attractive property backing onto the Pokaiwhenua River, recognised for trout fishing. If you want to move to a larger property in a sought after area, this is your chance. OPEN DAYS: 29 NOV - 11am-2pm An Incredible Buy... 6 DEC - 11am-2pm 13 DEC - 11am-2pm th th th Main home will be open to view on 6 & 13 and the cottage on 13 only. 330TC008-04

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323TC013/04 GARY DOBBS a/h 870 2475, mob 027 249 3841 07 872 0232 07 849 6000 TE AWAMUTU 07 871 8190 330TC037/04 PAGE 6 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 Cassie’s parents refl ect EDU TEST • I am unemployed ✓ • I need a computer ✓ on 15 joy fi lled years • I have a telephone at home ✓ Kevin and Teressa Hudson nounce words, and in turn Cassie • I am a NZ citizen ✓ suffered a loss beyond compre- would poke fun at herself laugh- ✓ hension earlier this year when ing at her own unique interpreta- • I would like to learn computer skills their 15-year-old daughter Cas- tion of their language. ✓ sie was killed in a car crash just Cassie was the sort of person • I can put aside some time for training at north of Te Awamutu. who enjoyed getting involved with home They feel a huge sense of loss, things that helped others. She ✓ accompanied with the numer- was a dedicated leader at Girls • I would like to pass the Level 2 and Level ous broken dreams that they Rally and also taught a Sunday 3 NZ Cert. in Computing in the next year had for their family, but they school class of girls aged 8-9 ✓ hope that some good can come years. • I can attend a class once a week during from the tragedy. She had excellent leadership school hours They feel no animosity to- qualities with a special gift of ✓ wards the youth who was at the encouragement. • I would like a grant to pay for the cost of wheel of the car in which Cassie Cassie sponsored an eight- training. died on August 27. year-old girl through World Vi- But they advise all parents to sion. Isamphors Chun lives in Call recruitment officer Chrissy (07) 856 1484 ensure their teenagers are safe Cambodia. and that youth with restricted Cassie had many friends at TAFE College NZ Ltd drivers licences must not take Te Awamutu College (includ- 288TC041/04 passengers. ing teachers) and will be sadly Success Rate 87% “Advise parents to check out missed by them all. the licence to make sure before One described her as “beauti- their child gets into the car with ful, inside and out” and another a mate,” they told the Courier. as “peaceful, happy and inspir- “In many ways Cassie’s death CASSIE HUDSON ing”. reminds us all that life is short. We remember with joy the tre- It can be snuffed out in a fl ash preparing. mendous 15 years we had with LAYBY FOR and the people we love should Cassie thoroughly enjoyed Cassie and realise that because not be taken for granted,” Kevin these mission trips - when it was of her we are better people. CHRISTMAS and Teressa say. time to prepare for ‘mission’ she She was an awesome sister to They have supplied the fol- lived and breathed for them. Emily. AND WE’LL lowing obituary for Cassie. Cassie had a gift for making They had a normal relationship “Cassie Teressa Hudson was friends. She loved to meet new of sisterhood with the odd sibling PAY THE born on March 8, 1989 in Te people and experience different dispute, but they would make up Awamutu. She has a younger things. with each other after a fallout with FIRST $200! sister Emily (12). She felt strongly about includ- hugs and kisses and their all fa- Cassie was a devout Chris- ing everyone and she possessed mous ‘sisters night’ consisting of Nothing beats the fun of HOW ABOUT THIIS And easy finance is dirt bike riding. And with available on the balance, tian. She belonged to the Bible a loyalty about her that was one a very late night watching girlie FABULOUS DRZ110 Chapel youth group and played of her strongest qualities. movies, a midnight snack of junk Suzuki’s range of junior so see us now for details an important role in the annual Cassie could build a bond with food and ‘sister talk’. They were quads and 2-wheelers it’s FOR ONLY $3395 - and get your younger ones Mission Trip. just about anyone. She espe- best friends. never too young to start. AND WE’LL PAY THE on track. Offer valid until cially enjoyed the company of So we’re making it easy November 30, 2004. These evangelistic outreaches We understand that we need FIIRST $200! would see about 40 youth and the Japanese students who were to accept that this tragedy was with a great layby plan. Normal credit criteria apply. leaders travel around the lower billeted by her grandparents over out of our control, and with the 132 Kihikihi Road North Island by bus sharing the the years. support of family and friends we Gospel. Cassie enjoyed making conver- will endeavour to continue on our Te Awamutu These special presentations sation with them, talking about journey of life, living well in hon- Phone 871 3079 involved dances and drama and all sorts of things that teenagers our of our precious daughter.” www.wilksbrooke.co.nz a variety of music played by love. A selection of photos for Cas- their band. 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3 bedroom home with double garage. Total redecoration inside and out with new kitchen. Walk to shops and town. $167,000 WAIPA DISTRICT Sports Awards recipients with (Sportsperson of the Year), Brendon Cameron To view phone... 871 5828 their certificates and bouquets of flowers at the (Coach of the Year), Tim Gudsell (regional Trust Waikato Te Awamutu Events Centre on junior sportsperson nominee), Trisha Waugh 330TC043/04 Tuesday night. From left, back row: Sarah Ulmer (president of Club of the Year, Kihikihi Waikato Eventing), John Monahan (Service to Sport), John Nicholson (Administrator of the Year), Scott Nelson (Referee/Umpire of the Year), Amigene Metcalfe (regional sportsperson nominee), Grant Metcalfe (regional coach nominee), Sonia Waddell (regional sports- person nominee); front row: Peter Latham (male Junior Sportsperson of the Year), (female Junior Sportsperson of the Year), Nic Jordan (regional junior sportsperson nominee). 330048AD

TOP TWINS: Team of the Year at Waipa District Sports Awards, New Zealand’s Olympic gold medal winning double scull crew of Caroline and Georgina Evers-Swindell. 330048BD

MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT Taranaki King Country Electorate SHANE ARDERN Electorate Office 201 Rora Street, Te Kuiti Phone: (07) 878 8855 Fax: (07) 878 8022 162tc031-04 Monthly constituents Clinic (2nd Wed) at CAB with Electorate Agent Helen McLeod Email: [email protected]

017tc018/02 330TC027/04 PAGE 8 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PEOPLE’S PAGE Te Awamutu is blessed with some keen poets. On today’s People’s Page we feature poems on two of this area’s icons - roses and calves, as well as something every area needs - love. TARAHILL 5 Golf Road, Ter eAwamutusthome A TRIBUTE TO THE ROSE CALVING’S END Phone 871 3672, Fax 871 3757 By Pat Jackways by Jo Robinson Email: [email protected] A symbol of love and fi delity for centuries, the rose has been. The colostrum tank is nearly empty, Tarahill Resthome currently has single room accommodation Songs have been written and wars have been fought, with Creamy scum smells like ripe cheese. available within our Certificated facilities. If you or a loved one the rose as the central theme. Heifers have grown would like to join us in our friendly, safe and secure home, and From slippery screwed up But one small rose in a glass jar can brighten the dreari- be cared for by qualified staff while maintaining your est room, newborns When it opens its petals and gently releases that sweet To pushy preschoolers personal independence, lifestyle, family and community ties, and sensual perfume. That frolic in paddocks with friends, then consider Tarahill Resthome. A red rose offered with love may help heal a broken Real and imagined. Tarahill is a purpose-built home that has been providing the heart. Frost has bitten ears and noses, yours highest level of quality care to the Waipa district for 20 years. Now what other fl ower in your garden could possibly play and mine. Come in and view the wonderful expansive rural outlook while that part? Leaving itchy bite marks Some breeders give roses ugly names and that shouldn’t enjoying being close to the town centre - if you would like to That peel and bleed. be allowed. Already we are used to the tanker view our home and meet the great staff, inspections are Not when roses are named ‘Compassion’, or ‘Peace’ and welcome. there is even ‘Fragrant Cloud’. Coming once a day. They once named a rose after a racehorse, but that’s going Yesterday’s pregnant cows to far I feel. Rub each other’s backs raw, Now a racehorse named after a rose surely would have Signalling their readiness wider appeal. For the AB technician’s glove. 321TC038/04 “Won’t have a rose in my garden. Too many thorns,” some Blossom scent is sweet relief say. From rotten retained But surely the queen of all fl owers has the right to keep membranes. intruders at bay? Weeds cause worry, Blood Donors There’s the velvet red of ‘Deep Scarlet’, the fl amboyant Time to hurry and fi x the sprayer. ‘Raspberry Ice’. Urea needs spreading The soft blush of ‘First Love’, the sheen of ‘Shot Silk.’ So may I give those sceptics advice? And the ute needs towing If you don’t have a rose in your garden, please fi nd a cor- Out of the swamp. NEEDED! ner somewhere. Sun and rain argue violently Please help to support this life saving For the rush of adrenaline you’ll receive when they bloom, Over who’ll be the boss of spring. service by donating your BLOOD! may be almost too much to bear! Limbs crack GGiivvee Please encourage a friend, relative, And at the end of summer, when the fl owers are on the And accidents happen workmate or neighbour to come along. wane, As trees smash onto tarmac, Venue: Te Awamutu Rugby & Sports Rec. Club Don’t despair, for this time next year they’ll be there to A driver’s nightmare lay in wait. Liiffee greet you again. L Albert Park Drive Weary workers in worn out socks So you can keep your canna’s and dahlias and gladdies, Date: Wednesday 1 December 3pm to 7pm They’re tasteless vulgar things. Look up and notice tiny leaves I’ll stay faithful to the rose and the endless pleasure it That wave and call out Thursday 2 December 9:30am to 1pm brings. From poplar and willow, Please call 0800 882 233 for an appointment. Back in the year of 1913, the writer Gertrude Stein, “Calving 2004 is nearly over!” One day took pen to paper and wrote this cryptic little Winter’s rest has given birth First time donors very welcome and those who have line. not donated in the last 3 months. To spring’s urgency. “A rose is a rose, is a rose, is a rose”. But what was she trying to say? Mother’s milk fl ows to Fonterra give Requirements to become a blood donor: Perhaps, though while the fashion in fl owers ebbs and While farmers grumble about them • Healthy fl ows, the rose is here to stay. Over breakfast and phone lines. Blood • 16yrs to 60 yrs first time donors TAKE TIME There’s the house to be cleaned and the garden • Weigh 50kg or more. By Kathryn Badrick to be dug, • Should not have donated blood within the This little verse came into my head, But always take time to give someone a hug. last 84 days. For further enquires do not The smile on their face will be your reward, As I lay there thinking in my bed. hesitate to call us on toll free 0800 882 233 We should always make time to love someone, Or tears of joy - saying Praise the Lord. It’s the best we can do, when all’s said and So always remember whatever you do, Supported by Te Awamutu Lions, always take time to say - I LOVE YOU. done. Rosetown Lions Club 330TC035/04 Gostiona Restaurant NOW open for the Lunch@Gosti new cafe/lunch menu...

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Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 9 Mobil Te Awamutu

St Pat’s ‘super-man’

are delighted to have won the “Best Kept Backyard” in the KTAB Community Awards 133 Arawata St, Te Awamutu. Ph 871 3071 330TC029/04 SStt.. PPaattrriicckk’’ss CCaatthhoolliicc SScchhooooll Te Awamutu ST Patrick’s own ‘Rocketman’ Bibi Nasilasila takes a moment out from his busy schedule. He is equally at home keeping the school in great shape or in the playground enjoying a game with the children. Bibi hails from the same village (and is a cousin of) both Joe Rokocoko and Sitiveni Sivivatu.3300410AD St Patrick’s picked up Best Kept side of the school and built four given a fresh, modern look to the School in the KTAB Awards and new classrooms, a toliet block and school. a quick drive along Rewi Street resource room earlier this year. The administration area (pic- probably shows why. The centre area has been tured directly behind Bibi) has also The combination of a newly turned into a pleasant courtyard been upgraded inside. completed junior area, fresh paint, for pupils to enjoy, while the junior Not surprisingly the school is attractive gardens and the spot- playground was installed nearby. thrilled with the results and out- less grounds is impressive. With the red, green and cream of-town judges for the Keep Te St Patrick’s demolished the colour scheme, plantings and Awamutu Beautiful Awards clearly former junior block on the other shade sails, the additions have agree.

Plenty of pride evident on street WE ARE VERY PROUD TO HAVE WON THE “ AWARD FOR “BEST KEPT SCHOOL PREMISES Congratulations to our caretaker - Bibi Nasilasila and Property Committee whose dedication makes our school the Paradise it is for pupils and staff.

We also thank the Community for your support in raising funds for the completion of this project. 625 Alexandra Street - Te Awamutu

Phone 07 871 4669 AS well as St Pat’s (top), there were two other winners on Rewi Street.The BMX track (above) picked up 330TC030-04 Best Kept Sports Premises and Rewi Street Kindergarten picked up Best Kept Pre-School. 3300410BD TARAHILLresthome Fonterra Te Awamutu WINNER - Best Industrial Premises

We are pleased to have won the award for Best “ Industrial Premises. Thank you K.T.A.B. We are 5 Golf Road, Te Awamutu proud to be associated with the Te Awamutu Phone 871 3672, Fax 871 3757 community. Email: [email protected] ” Tarahill Resthome is a purpose built, one level, 19 bed resthome set in 1¼ acres of level grounds and gardens with expansive rural Fonterra Hub views. Operations Manager Tarahill provides both short and long term care and relief to the Craig Betty and elderly people, their families and carers within our community. Site Facilities Co-ordinator Guy • We value providing a safe and homely atmosphere for our Hellowell outside residents. Fonterra’s • We value protecting our residents’ dignity, and respect their Te Awamutu offices. individuality and privacy. They thank Site Services Manager • We recognise our residents’ needs are holistic - needs Syd Sutton and therefore include physical, mental, spiritual and social. Groundsman • We encompass families and carers within our responsibilities George Harrison for to standards of quality care. their efforts as well. “All our staff take Ring between 8am-4pm for enquiries. pride in the Inspections welcome. Te Awamutu site.”

330TC031/04 330TC032/04 PAGE 10 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 330TC034/04 BestBest IndustrialIndustrialTTee AAwwaammuuttuu’’ ssStreetStreet RRiicckkiitt RRooaadd AWARD WINNERS Personal Touch Best Kept Backyard Mobil Te Awamutu Kitchens Kitchen Specialists Kitchen Design Best Kept Sports Premises Manufacture Te Awamutu BMX Track Work: (07) 871 3998 • Mob: 025 272 5664 email: ptkitchens@xtra •20 Rickit Rd, Te Awamutu Best Kept Industrial Premises Fonterra -KIWI PIES- stock your freezer NOW Best Kept Industrial Street Lunch Bar with home grown meat Te Awamutu ! Rickit Road Open 6.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday pre-packerspre-packers Best Kept Commercial Premises ltd Ultra Clean Valet Services Rickit Rd, Te Awamutu PH 871 5320 A/HRS 871 6305

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PAGE 12 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 13 Simpson, Jethro Tull setting early pace OurCHRISTMAS Bumper Supplement is publishing on December 14, 2004 Last Chance! We are taking bookings NOW Call Heather or Dorinda on 871 5151.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO IN SYNC: Caroline Simpson and and her mount Jethro Tull competing in the medium grade at the PURCHASE A NEW CAR Taihape Regional dressage championships. Photo supplied Te Awamutu dressage rider Prix horses Julius, Jamahl and youngsters in the wings, rang- Caroline Simpson and her Janeiro. ing from three-year-olds to new Warmblood mount Jethro Tull He was also sire of Simpson’s foals. AT A USED CAR PRICE! have made a stunning start to 2001 New Zealand novice dres- She has used Holsteiner, the dressage season. sage champion Seattle Jetzberg Dutch Warmblood and Selle The pair were in a class of who died in 2002 after a long Francais bloodlines on the sires 3 year 100,000km Warranty and their own in the hotly contested illness. side, while all the youngsters medium grade at the Taihape Simpson describes Jethro Tull are linked back to the Jaguar AA road assist for 3 years Regional two-day dressage (Louie to his friends) as gener- bloodlines on their dams side. championships. ous, affectionate, but a little bit Simpson has made a ca- They made a clean sweep, shy. reer change over the past fi ve CALL DOWN & INSPECT NOW! winning every test to comfort- Her short term aim is to months, joining the professional ably take out the medium grade consolidate his training at team at Osbornes Chartered Ac- title. advanced level, while continu- countant in Otorohanga. Jethro Tull is a 17.2hh, nine- ing to develop his muscular “The fi rm has been very sup- year-old dark bay gelding by strength through systematic portive and fl exible, allowing the successful dressage sire, daily training. me to travel and campaign imported Belgium warm blood “He needs to be super strong my horses at dressage shows Jaguar. to perform the strenuous work around New Zealand. Jaguar sired Sydney Olym- required at Grand Prix level.” “I love my job, I love my sport, pian Kallista Fields top Grand Simpson has several exciting life is great.” DRAINAWAY PRODUCTS MAKES DRAINAGE EASY!

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Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 15 WAIPA PROPERTY LINK REAL ESTATE AGENTS - 183 Alexandra Street Te Ao shoots 73 [email protected] Atutahi Te Ao blazed his way Ani Bahler posted the wom- Club scramble, Saturday: M Griffi n MREINZ ☎ to a three over par 73 in the en’s best gross round of 85. 68 net, J Mitchell 69, M Western 70, E (07) 871 7146 RSA open golf tournament at Te Midweek tourney: Ormsby 72. Twos: M Griffi n, R Western, A Ghuman. 52HA - Carrying 50,000 Dairy Co shares. Wintered 159 cows plus 80 calves Awamutu course. Women’s net: S Gooch 74. Men’s gross: P Heke 74, M Veen 76; RSA Open Tournament: reared. 3 yr average 50,000m/s. Flat contour. Good fencing to 41 paddocks. The Stewart Alexander club net: D Herlihy 66, F Matenga 70, M Women’s gross: A Bahler 85; net: D member was four shots clear of 18ASHB. 3 brm w/b home recently renovated. Suitable for a variety of uses. Youngman, N Kirsopp 71; stableford: L Common 66; stableford: A Thomson 36. the senior men’s gross runner- Palmer 38, L Mace 36, K Clarke 35. Senior men’s gross: A Te Ao 73, C $2,250,000 + gst up C. Watkinson on Sunday. Twos: R Graham (2), P Heke, R Cox, Watkinson 77; net: P Oosterman 64, H K Lalor. Oosterman 66; stableford: K Smith 42, 195HA - Production 205,000m/s. Ash soil. 3 homes. 44ASHB plus a good range The Oostermans took out the net quinella - Peter winning Harvey World Travel nine-hole twi- M Claydon 39. of other farm buildings. 90% flat to very easy rolling contour. $7,000,000 + gst light: Junior men’s gross: R Coleman 85, K with 64, from Herman on 66. Trillo 88; net: L Gooch 64, J Mitchell 68; Will look at a Going Concern. Women: S Davies 25½, C Dearing Karl Smith was a decisive sta- 14½. Men: R Forster 24, B McDougal, R stableford: L Jury 42, J Russenberger 59HA - Milking 180 cows. Production 54,186m/s. Mainly easy rolling contour. bleford winner with 42 points. Wetere 21, T Young 20½. 38. Fenced and raced to 47 paddocks. 16ASHB, large imp shed, calf rearing shed. 3brm home. Excellent summer rainfall area. $1,800,000 + gst Twilight golfers running hot 71HA - Drystock. Wintered 250 heifers. Gently rolling to rolling contour. 30 Pirongia twilight golfers Pe- Three teams head the com- L Thomas, G Tocker 21, I Grey, T Watts, paddocks. Good water supply. 5 bay imp shed, 2 barns. The main home is 2 ter Druce and Steve Meddings petition with 64 stableford - E Mitchell 20, T Newson, J Yeeles, B years old, 3brms, brick, with 3 car garaging. P levels average 30. Ten minutes to Connolly 19, P Eyre, P Meehan, M Cow- headed some outstanding scor- Snakes, Beagle Boys and Black- ley, S Rushbrooke, G Dixon, C Coles, S town. $1,800,000 + gst ing with 26 stableford points on birds. Watkins, D Matson, W Macky 18. Monday. Ladies: R Coleman, R Collinson- Men, back nine: S Meddings 26, G FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL: A fi eld of 94 teed off in the Smith 21, J Webber 20, E Blackwood Johnston, K McFarlane 23, J Kewish Kiwi Pies sponsored scrambles, 18, I Caie, AS Ellis, J Apeldoorn, J 22, J Dunn 21, J Higgie, R Stokes 20, PETER CAREY (07) 871 8515 • (0274) 441 615 • (07) 871 6362 316TC014/04 Dunn 16. S Thackray, L Foote, N Deering, W played in conjunction with the Men, front nine: P Druce 26, A Mitch- Fox, D Mitchell 19, H Oosterman, P fi rst round of the Fairview Mo- ell 24, R Bailey 23, B Hollinshead, K Oosterman, A Parsons, B McDougall, J tors teams event. Bardsley, H Nieremeijer, R Goodhew 22, Warburton 18. SPCA Animal Shelter Morgan in the money Lim off to fl ying start BOYD is a young adult Peter Morgan enjoyed a profi table week at Deirdre Lim’s 64 net was the stand out score in Stewart Alexander Golf Club. the opening round of women’s summer scrambles mixed breed male. He has a Morgan shot 65 net in the open mixed tourna- at Te Awamutu Golf Club. lovely personality, kind and gentle, ment and 16 points in the twilight. Lim was three shots clear of her nearest rival Twilight, sponsored by Acrow Ltd: on Saturday. great on the lead and good with other Men: L Palmer, J Gibson 17½, G Cox, P Heke 17, P Mor- Sue Gower headed the Wednesday competition dogs. He’s very affectionate and gan 16. Ladies: M Corboy 17½, A Shilton 16½. with 40 stableford points. Sunday, mixed open, sponsored by Wilksbrooke Motors: P Saturday: D Lim 64, R Hawira 67, A Waters 68, A Bahler 71. would be a great dog for any family. Morgan 65 net, T Johnston 66, D Heta, B Clarke 67, K Lalor, Wednesday Pastoral Realty scramble: S Gower 40, P Ralph D Heke, G King 68, J Hollinshead 69. Twos: B Clarke, D Heta, 39, E Neilson 38, U Collins, J Stevanon 35, M Fraser, D Hall, FOUND: A Robertson. S Gooch 34. • Foxie male, Mangapiko area Cambridge • Grey coloured pup, female, Kihikihi rider scores We now have kittens Te Awamutu SPCA CARE shelter: Russell Mudgway CARTAGE CONTRACTOR 229 Bruce Berquist Drive, Te Awamutu drew on his 24 years available for adoption cycling experience with plus of course many Ph 871 5222 or 021 463 543 the Hawera club to win for more details. the Te Awamutu Sports • Transporting all types other dogs and cats. club ride. Email [email protected] Second placed Grae- of Bulk Product to your OPENING HOURS: Sunday 12pm-4pm and other days by appointment me Hooper heaped praise on Mudgway, For appointments call 021 463 543 or 021 110 0829. who recently moved to satisfaction Closed public holidays. 330TC039-04 Cambridge. “I was feeling re- ally good near the fi n- ish and other people • Sand - Metal - Lime,etc. seemed to be going backwards. Then this guy (Mudgway) came fl ying past me.” Open grade (handicap in • Truck and loader hire minutes): R Mudgway (6m) 1,G Hooper (9m) 2, D Buchanan (6m) 3, J Smyth (9m) 4, C Wilks 009TC019/03 (6m) 5, J Rako (6m) 6;. Under 15: T Cave (Scr) 1, S PIRONGIA ROAD PHONE: 871 4366 Williams (Scr) 2, C Scott (Scr) RD6 FAX: 871 5401 3, S van Wagtendonk (Scr) 4, R Leijen (6m). Fastest time: R TE AWAMUTU MOBILE: 025 78 78 30 Mudgway 1.09.22.

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PAGE 16 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 Young Levi sends ljhooker.com batsmen into spin Third former spearheads College 2nd XI to fi rst win By Colin Thorsen In reply to Tokoroa’s total of 92, Third former Levi Jamieson Te Awamutu were staring down the claimed the sensational bowling barrell of defeat at 83/9, still requir- fi gures of 8-20, including a hat-trick, ing 10 runs to win with their last playing for the Te Awamutu College pair at the wicket. 2nd XI against Tokoroa’s 1st XI on There were many anxious Saturday. moments before No 7 Mathew Near Impossible to Find The young, left-arm spinner was Seabright (8no) and No 11 Kurt Wil- introduced to the College attack liams (3no) saw them to victory. 3 sections. Sizes 7315m2 - 5790m2 - 4810m2. 6kms from Te Awamutu with the visiting Tokoroa side well- With the total at 89, Williams was towards Cambridge. Peaceful - just a short distance off main road. Well placed at 50 without loss. bowled but, to his good fortune, the He quickly turned the game on bails never came off. established area. Elevated sections. To find these types of blocks is near its head, dismissing both opening Nick Douch top scored for the Col- IMPOSSIBLE having this sought of location, views and perfect building batsmen. lege with 17. Of Jamieson’s eight scalps, two It was a thrilling encounter be- sites. $190,000 each section were trapped lbw, two caught and tween two teams striving for their Contact: Don Grimmer 021 309 709 four clean bowled. fi rst win in the competition. The youngster couldn’t keep out of The College 2nd XI fi nished equal the game, catching the last Tokoroa seventh on points. They will play off for ninth and 10th against Waihi at batsman to be dismissed off one of LEVI JAMIESON his team-mate’s bowling. the College on Saturday. End of cricket era Te Awamutu XI extend Te Awamutu College 1st XI cricket team will be hoping to farewell their mates on a winning note on Saturday. Pirongia’s losing run Six of the 11 team members will be playing Pirongia remain winless in the South Waikato their last game for the school when they meet the cricket competition after losing their third Morrinsville 1st XI at the College in the Waikato straight game to local rivals Te Awamutu by 71 secondary schools division one plate fi nal. runs on Saturday. The bulk of this group (Maddock Price, Malcolm Te Awamutu scored 230, thanks largely to mid- Gray, Hamish Forsman, Mark Thorsen) have dle order half centuries by Josh Andrew (57) and 112ha Dairy Farm with Heaps of Options been together seven years, winning the Waikato- A Pike (67). wide Intermediate schools’ form two competition, Pirongia’s poor effort in the fi eld continued on Outstanding 20ASHB dairy. 71,000M/S last season. Flat to steady rolling Waikato secondary schools’ Year 9 competition, from last week, with four dropped catches and Colts competition, 2nd XI championship and 1st numerous balls going to the boundary after miss- contour. Nice 3 brm house plus sleepout. Good implement shed.At under XI division one championship in March this year. fi elds. $25kg/ms the property has plenty of options: A second farm, first farm Best of the Pirongia bowlers were Sean Coutts, The 1st XI also won the Dave Hoskin Trophy and st defended it this year before losing it to Hillcrest. with 4-54 from nine overs), Alex Wetere, 3-53 from buyers, investors, drystock (selling shares) etc. June 1 , 2005 takeover or In last weekend’s plate semi-fi nal, the 1st XI nine, and Richard Douch, 2-22 from eight. immediate possession option. $1,750,000 + GST scored an emphatic 70 run win over the St John’s Te Awamutu bowled the Mountain Men out for

Collegiate 1st XI. 159. Contact: Don Grimmer 021 309 709 330TC016/04 The only batsmen to reach double fi gures were R Te Awamutu scored 194/9 - Forsman top scoring L.J. Hooker Te Awamutu 871 5044 Te Awamutu Realty Limited MREINZ with 66, Daniel West 24, Price 19, Jared Bayly Parsons (25), G Stewart (41) and S. Coutts (19no). 14no and Gray 10. Bowling for Te Awamutu, J. Tyler claimed 3-24 Forsman claimed 4-31 and Gray 2-16 in St from seven overs, A. Tyler 2-24 from seven and G. John’s reply of 124 all out. Humphries 3-34 from four. Give yourself an early

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PAGE 18 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 CHURCH NOTICES CHURCH NOTICES HEALTH AND PERSONAL WANTED TO RENT TO LET Formal BEAUTY AFTER abortion MY rented home of 12 stress?. Ring Preg- years has been sold, I Te Awamutu     Notices nancy Counselling have to vacate by De- Professional PRESBYTERIAN MEGS MOBILE Services collect (07) cember 22, 2004, I am Property Fellowship Church PARISH 855-5779 24 hours a now on a pension and HAIRDRESSING Management BIRTHS Sunday, November 28 day. require a two bed- SERVICES FOR Professional room house, reason- DUNCAN - To Gavin FOR property convey- NOVENOVEMMMBERBER ST ANDREWS hair care services ancing matters call able rent, excellent and Jenni a precious refs. Please phone son, Jayden Riley on This Sunday 28, 9.00am and 10.15am For enquiries 870-4991, James Par- lane Solicitor. 871-4605. November 4, 2004 at 10.00am St Andrews phone 871-6217

WWH. Brother for Cnr Racecourse THEME: (021) 148-9734 Mathew. Many thanks FINANCIAL TO LET Ray White Real and Ohaupo Roads Living God’s Gift     to Tracey, Jo, Glenis Estate MREINZ and the team at of New Life WWH. “Back to Basics 4 ~ HERNIA To Discuss Options KIHIKIHI Our Relationship Contact with God” DEATH NOTICES Anglican Parish VEINS Glenda Death of Orakau 10.00am Te Pahu Mob (025) 685-6626 WELLINGTON - CARPAL A/hrs 871-3396 Phyllis. Dearly loved Sunday, November 28 Everyone welcome Office 871-7149 and respected mother ~ DO JOIN US ~ Haemorrhoid Surgery. 9.30am ~ Christ and mother-in-law of Enquiries ~ 871-6609 Greatly reduced the late Gwen and Ian Church, Kihikihi prices. Finance plans available. Central Cowan. Loved nana to ALL WELCOME HEALTH AND Karen and Wilson Theatre Ltd 0800- Enquiries: 871-6130 Ratcliffe. Great nana BEAUTY 678-466. of Krystarrah, Wilson SELF Storage, Te and Nikisha. A grand Awamutu, from lady laid to rest. Rest WANTED, fifteen peo- Te Awamutu Courier 328TC205/04 KIHIKIHI $17p/w, 24 hour ac- in peace Nana. ple to lose 5-45kgs. PRESBYTERIAN Call Sue 0800-901-394. Phone 871 5151 cess security patrols. Phone (07) 856-7584 ENGAGEMENTS CHU RCH or (027) 608-1749. Le NORMAND - Sunday, November 28 HEALTH AND BEAUTY LAW. Robbie and Rachael wish to an- 9.30am Morning THREE bedroom Worship Maria Beckers house, garage, quiet nounce their engage- ment. Congratula- DipHerbMed, NZRK area and close to Everyone welcome MNZAMH, MNZCHP town, $250p/w. Phone tions and love from Enquiries 872-2898 Jeff and Stella, Carol,  (07) 847-0174 after Medical Herbalist 6.00pm John and their fami-  lies. Kinesiologist METHODIST  Natural Medicine Practitioner THREE bedroom LOST CHU RCH renovated character Phone (07) 870-2595 Are you looking BLACK and white SUNDAY, villa, dishwasher, [email protected] 328TC206/04 for Property walk to town, garage, short haired, neu- November 28 Management? tered male cat, Hams INSURANCE & home ¼ acre section, $220 Road/Ohaupo area. PIRONGIA CHURCH NOTICES loans. D.B. Ins. Phone p/w. Phone 871-6558. WE WORK Phone (07) 823-6656. Join with Anglicans 870-3442. WE WORK

LOST female cat, grey, TE AWAMUTU soul. purpose. church WITHIN THE TWO bedroom farm Monday. Phone Trish TE AWAMUTU cottage, five minutes 871-7020 or (021) 050- 9.20am Prayer and living for a higher cause RESIDENTIAL north of Te Awamutu, 3072. Praise Cnr Racecourse and Ohaupo Roads - 871-3888 Rural Finance TENANCIES prefer relief milker, 10.30am ‘Praising Pastor Andrew and Judy Vossen Specialists no dogs, $150p/w. God through the Phone 871-4603. RAFFLES CALL US FIRST! AC T Psalms’ Ÿ SUNDAYS - 10.00am Consultants ROSETOWN Lions A L L W E L C O M E Ÿ Mortgage Brokers Ph 871-5044 MEETINGS Christmas Hamper Enquiries 870-1524 The Zone for Kids ~ 10am Sunday Ÿ Trouble Shooters raffle, winner: R. REV MARCIA HARDY Revelation Youth ~ Anthony Campbell (021) 048-3961 Call free 0800-777-675 Lewis, 23D Yellow Te Awamutu Realty MREINZ Heart. Rosetown Counselling Centre ~ 871-3977 “Nobody does it better” St John’’s HOLIDAY ACCOM. 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All members welcome 11.15am Graham beach front, The Mall, TENANTS THURSDAYS Silkstone and family’s sleeps four, ample President: Farewell Lunch parking for boat, Needing help finding Neil Findsen accommodation which ISSUE in Lounge available December Phone 871-9401 BBIIBBLLEE CCHHAAPPEELL suits your needs? (please bring a plate) 10 - 30. Phone (07) 12noon day prior 574-8681 or (021) 263- Phone George 871-9738 Has your halo ever slipped? Contact rancene class011 1182. on 871-7146, I’m guessing the answer TE ATAWHAI THE MOUNT, house Mobile (027) 289-3952 is “yes!” Because we are KOHANGA REO FORMAL NOTICES sleep six, Banks Ave, 871-6287 a/h human we sometimes available up to De- ANNUAL GENERAL Waipa Property make the wrong choices... cember 26, from MEETING Link Ltd. MREINZ Alexandra House There is a way to be different January 3-9, Jan 14 103 Herbert Street onward. Phone Wyllie KIHIKIHI Come and join us this Sunday as we look 871-7618. LARGE garage/ work- November 26, 2004 at the topic shop, suit small busi- 9.30am BOARD ness or storage. “Going throu gh life with God” Phone (07) 823-4504 AVAILABLE or (021) 065-9522. We are combining with Every TE AWAMUTU DOUBLE room, own Girls Rally in this service for OHAUPO 12 bed- CONTRACT garage, to share with their annual prize-giving rooms, 4 bath- Te Awamutu Funeral Services working mum and one BRIDGE CLUB INC room/toilets, can be two 570 ALEXANDRA STREET, TE AWAMUTU 10.00am start - Creche available child, $120p/w, nego- Prizegiving and houses, 4 bedrooms and tiable. Phone 870- ANNUAL GENERAL ALSO Sunday night church - called FOCUS 8 bedrooms, may be 5292. MEETING – Office, Chapel and Reception Lounge – Come for coffee @ 6.30pm suitable for B/B or held at the Waipa Service 7.00pm - 8.00pm in Multi-purpose backpackers. Phone For compassionate and caring service call WE ALWAYS (07) 870-4405. Workingmens Club building WELCOME... David and Helen Houppermans Sunday November ...Tips on finding your dream... Letters to the Editor ONE bedroom flat, 28, 2004 at 5.00pm Wedding Photos or Paul L’Huillier ...More tips for helping others discover their dream... walking distance to All welcome 316TC204/04 Sports Reports town, $120 p/w. Contact: Freda Ross Chapel Drive. For more information phone Coming Events etc. class002 Please phone 871- PHONE (07) 871 5131 ALL HOURS Brian 870-2287  Office 871-8667 Phone 2171. 871-6213 (Secretary) 871-5151 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 19 MEETINGS MEETINGS PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES ALCOHOLICS DUTY Te Awamutu G ollf Cllub Inc JUMBLE ANONYMOUS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING CHEMIST If you want to SALE On Wednesday, December 8, 2004 drink, that’s your TE AWAMUTU TE AWAMUTU Presbyterian Church at 6.00pm to be held in the Clubhouse business PHARMACY Pirongia MARIST Mutu Street AGENDA: IF YOU WANT TO 168 Alexandra Street Golf Club To receive apologies November 27 ANNUAL GENERAL STOP, THAT’S OURS SATURDAY MEETING To approve the minutes of the 2003 Annual 8.30am to 11.00am Phone 871-4072 November 27, 2004 General Meeting Flower plants/ at the Marist Club To receive the President’s Report or 870-3463 10.00am to 2.00pm Tuesday, December 7  P O Box 194 succulents for sale To receive Management Committee Report 5.00pm to 6.00pm 7.00pm To receive financial statements for the year ended Te Awamutu SUNDAY Monday AGENDA September 30, 2004 To set annual fees for the new season November 28, 2004 November 29 - Minutes of previous To elect officers and appoint auditor for 2004/2005 10.00am to 1.00pm AGM THEY’RE COMING.... Kindly sponsored by To discuss any other General Business of 5.00pm to 6.00pm - Presidents Report which due notice has been given. R.D.1 - Financial Report - Election of Officers Annual Reports available at the Te Awamutu Golf - General Business Club prior to the meeting from November 29, 2004 PUBLIC NOTICES ST ANDREWS

Any enquiries PREPRESSSBYTERIANBYTERIAN Heather Walker PUBLIC NOTICES OTOROHANGA “THIRSTY WETA” CHURCH Secretary CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Kihikihi

Children from November 28, 2004 ~ KIHIKIHI, PEKERAU 9.00am to 3.00pm and PUAHUE Schools will entertain folk Wet or fine SS AA LL EE from local Rest Homes

TE AWAMUTU Stall inquiries phone (07) 825-9863  RUGBY TUESDAY SHORELINE November 30, 1.30pm SUB UNION (INC) NGAROMA HALL TRAIL RIDE  THURSDAY ANNUAL GENERAL Manufacturing Ltd Sunday December 5 December 2, 1.30pm

MEETING Sundry/Paving Starts at Ngaroma Hall Signposted from  TUESDAY Thursday  Slat pavers  Tiles  Bullnose pavers Te Kawa crossroads and Arohena December 7, 1.30pm

December 9, 2004 PRICED TO CLEAR Reg. from 9.00am ~ Starting 10.00am at 7.30pm Everybody welcome Fri & Sat morning, 9am to 12noon Suitable for all riders 2 + 4 wheelers to attend and view Will be held in 207 Rickit Rd - Te Awamutu Te Awamutu Marist HELMETS MUST BE WORN  Christmas  Clubrooms Family $35 Adult $20 Decorated Church 136 Park Road Waipa Networks Rose Sausage sizzle and refreshments available Business Phone Sam 872-3573 or Kevin 872-3544 Te Awamutu -Confirm minutes of and Cultural Festival CoConnntinuingtinuing 2002 AGM -Presidents Report Education Group -Statement of The organisers would like to sincerely thank The accounts & balances sheet Waipa Networks and all the sponsors of this -Election of Officers for the Year years Festival for your contributions. -Appointment of Hon Officers To those who participated, a huge thank you -General Business Kawhia Water Main Flushing and without your support the festival would not Nominations of officers Over November 24 and 25, 2004, the Kawhia be the success it is. A Musical InteInterrrludelude and notices of motion Community Water Reticulation will be flushed to be in the hands of: Thank you to all those who gave their time Wednesday, as part of scheduled maintenance. There may The Secretary by and contributions to the organisation of December 1, 2004 December 9, 2004 be some discoloured water, which can be run at 9.30am events throughout the Festival. B van der Vliet off by running an outside tap for a couple of Classified Waipa Hon.Secretary Waipa Networks McDonald’s Te Awamutu minutes. Workingmens Club Albert Park Drive TE AWAMUTU The Breeze Kelly & Bryant We apologise for any inconvenience and Deadlines Print House Waipa District Council should you wish to discuss any matters please $2.00 SQUASH contact Jon Fields at Council 07 873-8199 ALL WELCOME CLUB INC Paul’s Signs Waikato Times TUESDAYS ISSUE Origin Pacific Airways Wavelength media J FIELDS 12noon day prior ANNUAL GENERAL Te Awamutu Courier PirongiaConsultative SERVICES ENGINEER BUSINESS SUPER MEETING Creative New Zealand Committee DEALS Monday November 29, Otorohanga District Council THURSDAYS ISSUE 2004, at 7.30pm BRAKE servicing, 12noon day prior Stuart Law Ltd. At the Squash CLOSURE OF ROADS TO class010 Phone 871-6426. Clubrooms ORDINARY VEHICULAR TRAFFIC

PUBLIC NOTICES Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic “DO Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that Otorohanga District Council THE for the purpose of allowing The Thirsty Weta ARE YOU A to erect a marquee, provide additional food RIGHT and beverage stalls and associated activities CAREGIVER? ‘COPPELIA’ in conjunction with the Otorohanga Annual THING” Tuesday December 7 Craft Fair, the following roads will be closed to Would you like a rest? Starring the legendary Sir Jon Trimmer as ordinary vehicular traffic for the period indicated Dr Coppelius, this wonderful classical ballet, hereunder: WE ARE HERE TO HELP

elaborate sets and costumes will entertain PROPOSED ROAD CLOSURE Te Awamutu Day Centre you to the full. At Founders Theatre Hamilton. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2004 (for older people) offers relief care ‘CIRQUE DE SOLIEL’ WAHANUI CRESCENT between its intersections Be TIdy Saturday January 8 with Whittington Lane and Maniapoto Street Open Monday and Thursday, each week Business, Education, Wednesday January 12 Period of Closure: Sunday November 28, 2004 80 Mutu Street (Presbyterian Hall Lounge) 8.00am to 8.00pm Transport, Industrial, Just a sprinkle of seats left so don’t be 9.30am to 3.00pm disappointed, BOOK NOW!! During the proposed periods of closure, the Domestic, You following provision will be made for ordinary THE DAY CENTRE OFFERS ~  ‘EDINBURGH TATTOO’ vehicular traffic which would otherwise use the Friendship KEEP TE AWAMUTU roads -  Activities for those who want them SYDNEY Persons will be allowed through in the  Entertainment BEAUTIFUL SOCIETY  February 2005 event of an emergency or necessity A hot two course main meal mid-day It will be an offence under the above regulations Three nights in Sydney, ~ Nominal Daily Charge ~ for any person otherwise than under authority of Package available for you now. D.S.L subsidy applies in some circumstances Sell it in the an authorised permit, to use the roads of ordinary Phone 871-6373 ~ Mobile (021) 951-786 Supervisor: Anne Amundsen Classifieds! vehicular traffic during the period of closures. Email: [email protected] I A GOODEN Phone 871-8614 on Monday or Thursday Phone 871 5151 Check our website: www.keytravel.co.nz or 871-4206 after hours ENGINEERING MANAGER PAGE 20 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 BUSINESS SUPER FOR SALE VEHICLES FOR WANTED TO BUY FARM WORK WORK WANTED WORK WANTED DEALS SALE WANTED MARKET STREET BASICALLY SECOND HAND CARPET AIR FILLS BUSH LIMITED Johnny Nelson ON site filling. Spence MARKET SPRAYING CLEANING WASHBRIGHT Marine phone 871- WINZ quotations our URGENTLY REQUIRE Knapsack or Hand Gun 7711. specialty Large quantities of Proven Reputation IICRC Approved MOSS, ALGAE, LICHEN We Guarantee our sales. Evaluated Costings TREATMENT W I N ✰Free Delivery✰ POSSUM FUR  Prompt Professional Low pressure, Exterior A Digital Camera, shop Price remaining at Service at Te Awamutu Phone 871-5623 Cleaning $75/kg all season Pharmacy. SINGLE wooden Book now Coloursteel roofs trundle bed in good YOUR LOCAL AGENT All enquiries to: Roof spray, Tiles and condition, lower BUYING AT TDCCH Ltd. ULTRA CLEAN BOATS FOR SALE Te Awamutu Decromastic trundle contains three Rural Workforce Phone 871-6662 or Rotary clean, pavers, OUTBOARD drawers, $180 ono, Rose Gardens 870-4318 SATURDAY, (0274) 984-465 driveways, footpaths two mattresses, one  SERVICING all near new inner sprung, NOVEMBER 27 Commercial buildings brands and models. HOLDEN Commodore, WORK WANTED $180, one foam in 2.00pm - 3.00pm ELECTRICIAN Phone (0274) 763-347 Not long until the 1982, four cylinder, good condition, $40. ELECTRICIAN or 871-7389 holiday season. Don’t Phone 871-5256. brown, warranted/ Phone (07) 345-6313 BRUCON miss the boat. Book rego, as is where is. or (027) 274-1152 CHRIS MYLCHREEST now phone South Phone (027) 282-4643. CHRIS MYLCHREEST Waikato Marine. GARAGE SALE LAWNS NISSAN Vanette FARM WORK Lawnmowing Phone (07) 883-7344 FOR: 167 Flat Road, Ki- truck, 1994, WANTED Specialisng « hikihi, Saturday 27, 120,000kms, tidy con- New Installations For all your in « Maintenance lawnmowing CARAVANS & 8am to 12 noon. dition, needs new en- ASSISTANT relief gine, as is where is, « Repairs TRAILERS 182 Picquet Hill Road, milking. Phone Han- requirements $2500 ono. Phone Saturday November nah (021) 048-3965. ❧Edges free CARAVAN wanted, 20 871-8121. Phone 871-2914 27, 8.30am - 10.00am,  Large lawns ❧Pensioner discounts - 30 foot, any condi- Mobile ❧ all sorts. Residential Lifestyle ❧Ride-on mowing tion, anywhere. Up to CROP & (027) 496-7849 ❧ $10,000 cash. Phone Residential and rural 200 Colgan Street, Phone Peter ❧Hedges and rubbish Steve (021) 227-2626. birdcages large on PASTURE 0800-471-273 removal CARAVANS wanted, wheels and small, SPRAYING FIX THOSE nesting cage, rabbit Great For free no obligation quote any size, any condi- BUILDERS 4 U, free annoying window Phone Dion 872-2800 tion, anywhere, rea- hutches, rabbit, wash- Tyres! Phone Neil Drury quotes. Phone Lance and door sonable price. Phone ing machine, single (021) 926-315 (027) 663-2552 or a/h problems NOW! Steve (025) 622-0011. beds, chest of draw- Great Agricultural Contractor 870-1441 or Kane Conservatories LOUNGE SUITES. ers, table and chairs, (027) 256-6622 or (07) Window Handles Phone Ultra Clean large desk, large glass  Prices! DAIRY farming posi- 825-9000. Friction Stays 871-6662. FOR SALE computer table, bed  Fitting & Balancing tion wanted, immedi- Door Handles settee, misc. Satur- CAR valet. Phone Ul-  ate start, two years Door Hinges day, 7.00am start. tra Clean 871-6662. Sliding Door Rollers experience, 21 years LUX repairs carried Aluminium Frames out by official service 23 Herbert Street, Ki- Kihikihi Road old, responsible and CARPET. Phone Ultra Security Locks agent, depot Te Awa- hikihi, Saturday, No- reliable, must have Clean 871-6662. 328TC204/04 Te Awamutu Glazing mutu Shoes. Phone vember 27, 8.30am house and good condi- Window Rubber CHRISTMAS start. Phone 871 3079 tions, references COMPLETE cleaning  871-6138 or phone service. Phone Ultra Safeguard Safes David 871-6546. available. Phone (021) TREES 242 Douglas Ave, Sat- Clean 871-6662. urday, not before VEHICLES 297-2767 evenings. 24 Kaipaki Road 9.00am, household lot WANTED GARDENER, Ron heaps, furniture, boat, SEVENTEEN year old Elder, for all mainte- OHAUPO Holden station wagon, LATE model vehicles college student re- nance. Ph 871-4282. 0800-25-25-00  $15 each  wanted for disman- quires full time relief For a Professional Service, gym gear etc, all must Free Quotes, Good quality go. tling - Ford, Holden, milking, has previous HOMEKILLS, Neville Mazda, Mitsubishi. experience, available and Cherie Kemp, FLY SCREENS at Affordable Rates. CHOOSE YOURS NOW 349 Douglas Ave, Sat- Rosetown Auto Wreck- until mid January. www.meateater.co.nz, & DOORS “A Moving urday, 8.00am, gen- Phone 871-9995. OPEN after hours ers, 2 Bruce Berquist Phone 871-8278. SECURITY DOORS Experience” and all weekend eral household, desk Drive, Phone 871-6066. SECURIITY DOORS

drawers, highchairs & WIIN DOWS Phone (07) 828-6453 etc. PROPERTIES FOR SALE Household or PROPERTIES FOR MAGIC SEAL and BusBusiiiiness ness KIOKIO School, giant CRIMSAFE Brands Ph AME Now! garage sale, Satur- SALE 52ha BARE LAND  (07) 858-4506 CHRSTMAS day, November 27, Guaranteed products or (021) 422-895 9.00am KioKio School. KIHIKIHI, three bed-  Personal service for Sale by Tender Proceeds to the KioKio room, rural and gar- Phone Dave 871-7200 School Community den views, extensive Freephone 0800 104 466 TREES decking, great indoor/ 13km NW Otorohanga. OFFAL outdoor flow, double Trough water to 39 paddocks, yards, 46 Tamahere Drive PLANTS FOR garage, flat section, haybarn. Currently grazing dairy heifers. SALE HOLES Hamilton (signposted) $138,000, private Mixed contour, 16ha croppable  Large selection sale. Phone 871-3620. Ë Ë Ë  Phone Vendors Pete and Liz FLY SPRAYING Free wrapping KING COUNTRY  Stands for sale LIVESTOCK 07 873 6340 for more information Grimebusters DRILLING  Eftpos available WANTED NGAROTO Tenders close 4.00pm, Friday, December 3 Phone * 4 Wheel Drive Phone (07) 856-8003 NURSERIES David or Olive * Best Equipment LIVESTOCK WANTED 871-6754 O P E N D A I L Y Where savings make AC PETFOODS * Best Prices 7.00am - 8.00pm $cents Now Buying 12th Season in * Foundations www.christmastrees.co.nz – Trees and Shrubs Horses Te Awamutu * Lined Soak Holes – Cafe * Associated CLAY pipes, great 0800-834-222 Concrete Products wine storage or gar- – Gardens Glen Rawson PHONE DENNIS den pots, $2 each. Hours Plumbing Phone 871-4542. WANTED TO BUY Craftsman, Plumber COLSON 8.30am- 5.00pm Greenlea and Gasfitter 0800 DUG HOLES DOG kennel with run DECEASED estate PREMIER MEATS LIMITED Roofing  Maintenance 0800 384 465 and tray, excellent OPEN 7 DAYS lots, will buy complete  New order, $300 ono. Ngaroto Road clearouts, good prices WANTED Phone (027) 222-7590 Phone 871-1894. Te Awamutu paid. Phone Steve or 870-2987a/h (021) 227-2626. Ÿ Ÿ PANELBEATING FALLEN poplar, free Phone 871-5668 Cows Bulls Prime Ox/Heifer firewood. Phone 871- HOME PROMPT PROCESSINGŸ FREE CARTAGE ŸSAME DAY KILL 4633. MECCANO sets, lit- MAINTENANCE NZ erature etc, wanted CONTRACTORS FRIDGE - freezers, all by hobbyist. Please JEFF KEESOM LIVESTOCK BUYER NATIVES  sizes and prices. phone Hamilton (07) A/H: 07 839-7330 MOB: 027 280 8303 Lawn Mowing Panel and Paint Phone 871-5623 Sec-  834-1241. Gardening Trees  ond Hand Market.  Section Maintenance 87 Albert Park Drive Shrubs Tree & Hedge Te Awamutu GLASSHOUSE, LIVESTOCK WANTED  Grasses Trimming Phone 871-6780 approx 4 mtrs diame-  Domestic Cleaning ter, free for removal. MASONS GARDEN BONER COWS WANTED Window Cleaning Phone 871-3884. CENTRE Rubbish Removal PC PROBLEMS? Ohaupo Rd, Te Awamutu Section Cleaning MECCANO SETS, Don’t Wait Two Weeks For Payment NO fix, no fee, repairs Phone 871-6208 EXTREMELY LOW from experienced local LITERATURE ETC RATES!!! IT professional. Mo- Wanted by hobbyist SHRUBS from $3, to Immediate Payment - Competitive Schedule bile upgrades, repairs See wanted to buy $10, plants, also na- PROMPT RELIABLE Also empty heifers and potter bulls SERVICE!!! and installations ser- column, or tives shrubs and vice. No call out fees! Phone Hamilton trees. Beechy Street, Phone Warren Robinson (07) 829-5601, (025) 925-030 CALL NOW Phone Matt (021) (07) 834-1241 Pirongia. Bill Lincoln 871-5834, (0274) 925-080 (021) 296-2753 261-5277 or 870-3038. Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 21 WORK WANTED WORK WANTED WORK WANTED SITUATIONS SITUATIONS SITUATIONS VACANT VACANT VACANT “DO PLUMBING TE AWAMUTU Tree Surgeon Spouting, THE PLUMBING AND Stump Removal CASUAL/PART Drainlaying, Heating DRAINAGE RIGHT Ÿ § TIME DRIVER Friendly Service Colin Downie Highly qualified Ÿ Reasonable prices § Quality guaranteed Required for skidsteer, THING” Ÿ Craftsman Plumber Plumbing & Drainage digger and general ag. Ph Mike at FRASERS 24 Hour Maintenance contracting equipment. PART TIME §New houses alterations 0800-888-121 HT would be an Service SENIOR §Septic tank and effluents advantage. Hewitson Plumbing §Blocked drains - Hydro CASUAL worker Phone 872-2726 HAIRSTYLIST WEEDSPRAYING wanted, suit semi or Phone 871-3620 Jet and Camera 872-2718 or Immediate Start Radio Controlled Units retired person, must (0274) 954-735 Phone have hill country four (0274) 989-022 or t Handgun Work Phone 870-1688 Be TIdy t wheel drive experi- CUT flower nursery 871-8976 a/h Gorse SEASONAL work Rosetown t Ragwort ence, able to work un- full time position, ex- Business, Education, t supervised, have own perience necessary, available, good remu- Thistles neration for a keen Transport, Industrial, TOO BUSY t Industrial Sites transport. Phone Glen must be fit and agile, DRIVER 870-1433 evenings. able to work as a reliable worker until FOR a free quote re- Competitive Rates Domestic, You garding lawns, weed team but also alone, February. Vehicle and TRAINING eating, spraying, Phone Marshall vehicle and licence licence needed. Phone KEEP TE AWAMUTU landscaping, window Contracting needed, immediate Olive or David 871- Phone cleaning, gutter re- 871-7896 start. Phone 872-7801. 6754. BEAUTIFUL SOCIETY 872-2805 placement, fencing, SECURITY officers - building projects etc. SITUATIONS VACANT are needed! You can Phone Mike on 871- HOME HELP gain this qualification RURAL 3779 or (0275) 779- WANTED by correspondence for DID YOU KNOW... COMPUTER 779, no job too big or NANNY wanted, to Barham United Welldrillers Ltd just $640. Phone small. look after 21 month 0800-800-043. That you can NOW SOLUTIONS old twins, Ohaupo, 2½ TRADESPEOPLE are place Courier DRILLER / OFFSIDER  days per week. Phone in demand. Parents - Classified adverts  Fault Finding/ TREE & STUMP Jo or Mark (07) 823- We require a fit energetic person who get your youngster a Resolution SERVICE 6221. enjoys working outdoors to join our great start in life with in KIHIKIHI?  Training team based in Te Awamutu. electrical trade train- Call Dennis Clements ing. Phone Wintec Just call into  Upgrades TOTAL TREE CARE TE AWAMUTU Successful applicant should have a (0800) 444-204. Stu-  Kihikihi Postshop Repairs heavy traffic licence and be prepared to dent Loans available. Phone 871-5221 COURIER Onsite servicing of both stay away from home as required. town and rural areas Te Awamutu Owned and Operated Phone 871-5151 Please apply by ringing Mike SITUATIONS VACANT Call Bryan 872-4665 Phone (0274) 925-036 or (021) 554-461 WORK WANTED HODGSON BUILDER/TRADESMAN MOTORS “Sick & Tired of Trying to REQUIRED

SHUTTLE Fix Your Computer?” Do you enjoying working outdoors? SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS REQUIRED SERVICE • TE AWAMUTU BASED SERVICE! We require an experienced builder to join our Te Awamutu and surrounding districts  team of Pool Builders. The successful Te Awamutu based • NO CALLOUT FEE! Assistance is available to obtain a  Shuttles - transfers - applicant must have proven experience passenger service licence. charters within the building industry.  Airport transfers Simple solution - call us on 870 5075 Phone 871-6373  Social and private for an immediate response, and convenient Experience in concrete would be an advantage, but is not essential as we are functions mobile service to your door. NZ Farm and Trail are looking for an 302TC205/04 willing to upskill the right person. Ph Pat or Deanne STEVE In the first instance, please phone 872-2530 COX OFFIICE ADMIINIISTRATOR/PA Fax 872-2535 COMPUTER POOL BUILDERS WAIKATO ~ 870-3906 POWER to carry out general office work and be a Steve’s personal assistant to the Managing Director. Specialist Tree The successful applicant will need to be highly TUITION motivated and have an outgoing personality. Maintenance This position will include the following duties Advanced Certificate ADVANCED  Accounts Payable and Receivable in Arboriculture  Answering telephones   DRIVING SKILLS Pruning Chipping  Organising meetings and events Dismantling Thinning An approved course of instruction  Payroll Tree Felling teaching Advanced Driving Skills Selective Crown Experience with MYOB Accounting and reduction “STREET TALK” can reduce your software would also be an advantage Restricted Licence period by six months FOR YOUR FREE QUOTE This position will be approx 30 hours a week (three months if over 25 years) and will start in mid January Phone (0274) 191-591 (07) 829-8818 a/h ON-GOING CLASSES ~ Phone 871-6026 Apply in writing to: The Manager SITUATIONS VACANT New Zealand Farm and Trail P O Box 521, TE AWAMUTU

AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMOTIVE

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Selectrix is a progressive Home Appliance Retailer with an award winning is now accepting applications for the following reputation, seeking a Sales Consultant in our busy Te Awamutu store. full time INDUSTRY BASED courses starting in January 2005 Our Bumper The successful applicant should possess the following proven customer focussed sales experience. A team orientated attitude. Computer literacy. Automotive Servicing Course (40 weeks) Excellent communication skills, Willingness to learn on a continual basis. Automotive Panelbeating Course (36 weeks) Duties include: Showroom and telephone selling. After sales customer Tertiary Education Commission CHRISTMAS support. Merchandisng, Finance processing and debtors arrears Automotive Youth Courses (44 weeks) reporting. Autonomous departmental responsibilities. Some lifting. Fully funded (free) Good inwards. Deliveries and cleaning. Tertiary Education Commission Skill Supplement Previous Home Appliance experience would be an advantage, Enhancement Course (44 weeks) but full in-house training will be provided. Remuneration will be negotiated Fully funded (free) is publishing on December 14, 2004 according to the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

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Call Heather or Dorinda on 871 5151.

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CINEMA SCENE way with the students - whether explaining to them To Be and To Have that he will be retiring soon, or diffusing a long-run- At a rural school in the Auvergne region of France, ning rivalry between two of the oldest boys. Inspir- teacher Georges Lopez presides over a class of thir- ing, meditative, and delightful, ‘To Be or To Have’ teen children, ages 4 to 11. Lopez teaches the dif- is a bittersweet portrait of a man in the noblest of ferent age groups separate lessons, making rounds professions. Note: Special Pre-Tea Shows also Morning Shows to ensure that each child understands the task at a hand - whether it is colouring a picture, learning ONLY ONE WORD CAN DESCRIBE THIS MOVIE - FABULOUS.. math or making crepes. National Treasure Richard Gere, Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci, Jennifer Lopez and a great supporting cast in an Problems do arise, though - one student is threat- Jerry Bruckheimer’s latest action-adventure, adorable film filled with passion for life, love and dancing that will make you feel warm all over. ened with missing playtime if his work isn’t fi n- ‘National Treasure’ starring Nicholas Cage, secures You will walk out with a smile on your face and a spring in your step. Very highly recommended. ished, shoving matches must be mediated, and an- the number one position at the USA box offi ce over other student appears to have a signifi cant problem the weekend with an opening result of USD$35 M communicating. Lopez, a 20year teaching veteran million. SHALL WE DANCE THU 8.10, FRI 8.30, SAT 4.35 & 8.35, SUN 3.50 & 7.50, MON, TUE & WED 8.10 on the verge of retirement, is a model of sensitiv- Producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Jon Turteltaub have teamed up to bring a fresh ad- ity and understanding in dealing with the children. A delightful film filled with mystery and enchantment with a great cast. Beautifully set in Italy. Never raising his voice and never talking down to venture story which traverses from 2,000 year-old mysteries to a daring high-tech heist, as the action them, the trust and respect they have for him is SAT 2.30, SUN 1.45 palpable as his affection for them. Director Nicholas unfolds against the backdrop of America’s most fa- MY HOUSE IN UMBRIA M mous monument and landmarks. Philibert’s camera is a casual observer, choosing to Side-splitting humour and heart of gold, a natural successor to capture, in an unfettered manner, Lopez’s special Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage stars as Benjamin Franklin Gates, who has spent his whole Waking Ned Devine and Saving Grace. life searching for a fortune few dare to believe ex- ists. At last, he knows where the ultimate hint to the M SAT 4.25, SUN 3.40 treasure’s location lies: a hidden map on the back of PLOTS WITH A VIEW the Declaration of Independence. In a race against A delightful film exploring the wonders of life in a remote French village school. time, his rivals and the authorities, Gates teams Contemplating and captivating and filled with everyday laughter. A minor masterpiece. Friday together with his tech-whiz friend Riley (Justin So superb, so graceful, so strong. Stands out as an especially winning film. Bartha) and the alluring, but unwitting, National Archives conservator Abigail Chase (Diane Kruger) to accomplish the unthinkable. Will they succeed in TO BE AND TO HAVE PG Joe pulling off one of the most ambitious heists of all THU 10.30 & 5.50, FRI 10.30 & 6.05, SAT 6.15, SUN 7.30, MON 5.50, Night time? In one twisting, turning cliff-hanger after TUE 7.50, WED 10.30 & 5.50 another - from the ventilation shafts of the National You will gasp, gape, marvel, groan, wince, clutch the seat, try to hide under it. A powerful, till late 90 Archives to the catacombs beneath New York City - the answers are revealed as Ben Gates unlocks TRUE human story. Engrossing, moving and ultimately life-affirming. the mystery behind America’s greatest ‘National Brilliant. This film is a treat. Hugely recommended. Treasure’. “I have always wanted to make a smart treasure TOUCHING THE VOID M hunt movie fi lled with secret codes, puzzles, heroes, THU 7.50, FRI 8.10, SAT 8.15, SUN 5.30, MON 7.50, TUE 5.50, WED 7.50 villains and plenty of twists,” says producer Jerry Bruckheimer. “Everyone loves a good mystery.” Wonderful and magical are perhaps the best words to describe this very inspiring entertaining adventure. The sets and lush background are magnificent. The ground-breaking techniques used to make the film complement, rather than overwhelm the simple story of a doubting Phone Jacob boy who learns that the wonder of life never fails for those who “believe”. 871 4768 Visually, it’s a one-of-a kind experience. 330TC001-04 Star Tavern KihiKihi Thursday Night THU 4.15 & 6.10, FRI 10.20, 4.30 & 6.30, SAT 2.00, 4.00 & 6.35, 8 BALL COMPETITION SUN 1.15, 3.15 & 5.50, MON, TUE & WED 4.15 & 6.10 8.00pm Start - 1st prize $100 SAME BRIDGET, BRAND NEW DIARY. Christmas Is... Renee Zellweger shines once again and is immensely likeable as the put-upon Bridget with A Joyous Programme of Friday Night Colin Firth and Hugh Grant lending strong support. For those who loved the first offering Christmas Music & Verse comes the next comedic adventures in the diary of Bridget Jones, The Edge of Reason. conducted by: Max Stewart with soloist: Elaine Wogan Karaoke Cabaret Te Awamutu: St. Andrew’s with Dave T Presbyterian Church, 80 Mutu St. Saturday 27 November at 7.30pm Phone 871 7147 M Cambridge: Union Parish, 43 Queen St. THU 10.20, 4.00 & 8.20, FRI 10.10, 4.15 & 8.40, SAT 2.20, 6.45 & 8.45, SUN 1.35,

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330TC005/04 CAFE PHONE: 871 8761 Te Awamutu Courier, Thursday, November 25, 2004 PAGE 23 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT TE AWAMUTU OFFICE - 305 ALEXANDRA ST - PH (07) 871 8700 MANAGEMENT TEAM

LINDA SUE STUART MADHUR RHYS DAVE YVONNE MOSEN FORREST PARKER LATA WATKINSON FOWLER ROTHERY MELANIE KEN A/H - 871 3806 A/H 871 9466 A/H - 871 3147 A/H - 871 3147 A/H - 870 3000 After Hours KAWHIA BARKER MCGRATH (027) 273 7483 MOB: 0275 467 212 (027) 283 5928 (027) 679 2224 (021) 60 60 98 07 872 8018 A/H - 07 871 0795 AREINZ AREINZ www.rhys.latest-info.com (027) 419 1271 (021) 185 9736 0274 839 845 0274 984 156 Pirongia - Mangauika Rd AUCTION Te Awamutu - 1019 Hazelmere Cres AUCTION

OPEN DAY OPEN HOME SATURDAY & TUESDAY FRI 12.30-1.00PM 1.00-1.45PM SUN 2.30-3.15PM FINAL NOTICE FINAL NOTICE

GROW MAIZE? LIFESTYLE? RUNOFF? AFFORDABILITY IN TE AWAMUTU This absolutely prime piece of land 16ha (42 acres) could have everything you are looking for! Located just minutes Coupled with great outlook and good neighbours. Here’s an opportunity not to miss! The house has from Pirongia village on a quiet sealed road, this property has loads of potential. With its flat to rolling contour tak- ing in a fantastic view of Mt Pirongia and is approximately 90% croppable. The options are plenty - grow maize, run been recently reclad, reroofed and insulated. Brand new double garaging and two good sized liv- stock, fish for trout or build that home you’ve been dreaming of. My vendor is ready to sell and wants to see this sold ing areas. What more could you ask for other than come and check it out for yourself. TA041006. on auction day! Rhys Watkinson Stuart Parker AUCTION DETAILS Madhur Lata AUCTION DETAILS Bus - 07 871 8700 To be held at Harcourts Auction Bus - 07 871 8700 Bus - 07 871 8700 Rooms, 305 Alexandra St, To be held at Harcourts Auction Rooms, 305 Alexandra St, A/H - 07 870 3000 A/H - 07 871 3147 Te Awamutu at 1pm on , 1st A/H - 07 871 3147 st December 2004 (unless sold prior) Te Awamutu at 1pm on , 1 December 2004 (unless sold prior) Mob - (021) 60 60 98 Mob - (027) 283 5928 Mob - (027) 679 2224

Paterangi - 1345 Paterangi Rd AUCTION Otorohanga - 59 Hinewai St AUCTION

OPEN HOME OPEN HOME SUNDAY SATURDAY 12.00-1.00PM 12.30-1.30PM FINAL NOTICE

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION CAN’T GO WRONG 1.8ha of prime Paterangi land with a spacious 4 bedroom house, with outside room and a separate flat Here now is the opportunity to own this charming character bungalow which has so much potential! You will be impressed with the space this home has to plus a 3 bay farm shed with workshop. There are so many extras on offer here - a must to view! This offer. Flat section and close to amenities. Very popular and sought after loca- property is the complete lifestyle package. tion. Be in quick to view this one! OHO41103. Linda Harty Dave Fowler AUCTION DETAILS Otorohanga Office Bus - 07 871 8700 Auction to be held at 1pm on December 2nd, 2004 Bus - 07 873 8700 To be held at Harcourts Auction Rooms, 305 Alexandra St, A/H - 07 872 8018 at Harcourts Auction Rooms, 130 Maniapoto St, A/H - 07 873 7012 th Te Awamutu at 1pm on , 15 December 2004 (unless sold prior) Mob - (027) 419 1271 Otorohanga (Unless sold prior). Mob - (027) 2488 404

Waitomo - 747 Boddies Rd AUCTION Awaikino-Iredale Quay (Off SHWY 3)AUCTION Mokau-Mokau Motor Inn (SHWY 3) AUCTION Kihikihi - 49 Hall Street MORTGAGEE AUCTION OPEN HOME OPEN HOME OPEN FOR INSPECTION NEW SUNDAY SAT 3.30-4.30PM SAT & SUN 1.00-2.00PM 1.00-2.00PM SUN 10.30-11.30AM

UNBELIEVABLE CHARM - A HIDDEN PARADISE WHITEBAITERS DREAM WITH INCOME LAND AND BUILDINGS, TERRIFIC Amazing lifestyle opportunity, no COASTAL INVESTMENT AND REG. STAND expense spared to develop their Business and Income a Bonus; inspir- Across the road from the famous Awakino dream. 5.028ha (12 acres), eques- ing coastal and river views. 1.5267ha FIRST HOME OR INVESTMENT trian facilities only hoped for. You River, whitebaiting heaven. 3 bedroom com- (3.7 acres) don’t miss an opportunity. • 1218m2 • CT: SA 1731/37 • CV $85,000 might not afford to build it, but you fortable accommodation with separate self Motel offers 4 room accommodation could possibly afford to buy it! contained unit in demand. An affordable hol- Your opportunity to purchase this stucco home with tile roof on a Auction to be held at 1pm on 16th 2 iday home, 1012m section. Auction to be plus 3 room private living. Auction to be generous sized section in a ‘village’ that is December 2004 at Harcourts held at 1pm on December 16th, 2004 at Auction Rooms, 130 Maniapoto St, held at 1pm on December 16th, 2004 at increasing in popularity. TA041102 Linda Mosen Harcourts Auction Rooms, 130 Maniapoto St, Harcourts Auction Rooms, 130 Maniapoto St, Otorohanga (unless sold prior). th Bus: 07 871 8700 Otorohanga (Unless sold prior). Mary-Anne Otorohanga (Unless sold prior). Mary-Anne Auction to be held at 1pm on December 15 , 2004 Phone Linda Harty. Bus - 07 873 8700, at Harcourts Auction Rooms, 305 Alexandra Street, A/H - 07 873 7012, Mob - (027) 2488 404. Terry. All Hours: 06 - 752 9759, Bus: (07) Terry. All Hours: 06 - 752 9759, Bus: (07) A/H - 871 3806 Te Awamutu. OH041112 873 8700. OH041111. 873 8700. OH041110 (027) 273 7483

330TC013/04 OTOROHANGA PROPERTY AVAILABLE - OTOROHANGA OFFICE - 130 MANIAPOTO STREET - PH 07 - 873 8700

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