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Ph (07) 871-5069 email: [email protected] 410 Bond Road, Te Awamutu YourC community newspaper for over 100 years Thursday, January 28, 2021 A/H 021 503 404 BRIEFLY Denied, denied, denied TA Rose Society fun club night Te Awamutu Rose Society is Wesley Jones has not seen his South African wife and daughter for over a year getting 2021 underway with a open club night at the Burchell Caitlan Johnston Pavilion from 7pm next Tuesday. ach day Wesley Jones fears Anyone wanting to find out for the safety of his wife and more about roses is invited to daughter, stuck in South attend. Africa while he works in New Visitors are also invited to Zealand.E bring along a mystery rose and Wesley had turned to New Zealand club members will identify to be able to provide his 9-year-old and name it. daughter, Amanda-Claire, with a bet- President Diana Jones will also ter life. talk about Te Awamutu’s roses But it’s now been more than a year and why they grow so well since he arrived — and his family here. remain in South Africa, unable to come here after the border closures in March. World Wetlands “I love New Zealand, it’s a great Day on Monday place to be and it’s really where I want Join the National Wetland my kid to come and be free,” says Trust, Nga¯ti Apakura, DOC and Wesley. Waipa District Council at Lake “But it’s been tough without them.” Nga¯roto for a mystery self- Wesley and his wife Bronwyn have drive tour of the wetlands of made 24 visa applications to Immi- the Waipa¯. gration New Zealand (INZ). Explore the habitats our apex All have been made under either predator calls home. the “partner of a student or work visa Complete the quiz questions holder” criteria or the “humanitarian” to go in the draw for a prize criteria. pack. All have been denied. Monday, February 1 from Wesley entered the country on a 10am-3pm. Free event for all visitor’s visa in January and was then ages. granted a work visa in February. He works at Wilks Penny Motor- cycles in Te Awamutu as a workshop Festival One coordinator and salesman – he was an Festival One returns to essential worker during the lockdown. Mystery Creek for the seventh A spokesperson for INZ says border consecutive year on restrictions have been set high to help Anniversary weekend, stop the spread of Covid-19. January 29 - February 1. “All individual requests for an ex- Shower, toilet, disability ception to the border restrictions are facilities provided. considered against the strict criteria as No alcohol or drugs permitted. set out in immigration instructions. For more information head to “While INZ is empathetic to the the website festival.one. situation those such as the Jones family find themselves in, INZ has no ability to apply discretion when con- Kiwigrass Festival sidering requests for border New Zealand’s own Bluegrass exemptions.” Festival — Kiwigrass — takes Wesley believes INZ are using the Wesley Jones has been trying to get his wife and daughter from South Africa to New Zealand for over a year now. place at the Don Rowlands virus as an “excuse”. Photo / Caitlan Johnston Centre, Lake Kara¯piro from “It’s a Covid problem for me and Friday — Sunday, February 5-7. everybody else in the same boat as fruit pickers while families are not him here. their 24 years together, the longest The festival includes me but let’s let movie stars in, let’s let allowed to be reunited. But not knowing is growing unbear- Wesley and Bronwyn have been apart blackboard concerts and jam rugby stars and let’s let fruit pickers “This flies in the face of this Gov- able. was six weeks. sessions, instrument makers in. How does that even work?” says ernment’s repeated statement to be “I’ve already missed birthdays, an- Bronwyn and Amanda-Claire are in and workshops. Wesley. kind,” says Siebert. niversaries and I missed Christmas,” Cape Town living in a backpackers Tickets from eventfinda — for Immigration lawyer of Flair Mi- Wesley says the situation he and says Wesley. operated by Bronwyn’s parents. more information go to www. grate, Grant Michael Siebert, says he his family are in would be easier if INZ “I can’t expect my daughter to live At every moment Wesley fears for kiwigrass.nz or facebook.com/ is “disturbed” by the number of border or immigration lawyers would give without her father.” their safety. kiwigrass. exemptions made to movie stars, them a timeframe of when Bronwyn Christmas was the first time they sports people, public personalities and and Amanda-Claire will be able to join have spent the holidays apart and, in Continued page 6

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Circulated free to 14,045 homes in Dean Taylor Te Awamutu Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. Space Centre Te Awamutu family’s close encounter owner Dave CIRCULATION 14,045* with the Northland woman who Owen (aka Space PHONE: 07 871 5151 tested positive for the more virulent Dave) has South African Covid-19 strain is a stark returned to work POSTAL ADDRESS: reminderA for everyone to stay on guard. after a negative 97 Sloane Street, PO Box 1, Dave Owen, his wife Ange Holt and children Covid-19 test to Te Awamutu 3840 Jess and Floyd visited the Kauri Museum in catch up on jobs OFFICE HOURS: Northland at the same time as the infected before re-opening woman. this weekend. Monday - Wednesday 10am - 2pm Dave (aka Space Dave) owns Te Awamutu Photo / Dean Taylor Closed Thursday, Friday, Public Holidays Space Centre in Kihikihi, and although summer DELIVERY QUERIES: 0800 111 200 is busy for the attraction, the family also wanted some time together and took a week to travel EDITORIAL north. Dean Taylor (Editor) The contact with Covid was on the first day, Ext: 67705 0274 819951 Monday, January 18. [email protected] “There weren’t many people in the museum Caitlan Johnston Ext: 67710 that day,” says Dave. “Ange was talking to some of them so there Tuesday afternoon negative test results were It also meant he had the correct information [email protected] is a good chance she spoke to the woman, not confirmed. about the case — unlike the rumours, which Jesse Wood Ext: 67713 that we know who she is.” Dave has returned to work, but only to included that the Northland woman had travel- [email protected] The family continued their holiday and prepare for reopening on Saturday. led to Te Awamutu and not reported the fact, SPORT returned home on Saturday, opening the Space He feels it is better to err on the side of and that there was a positive Covid case in Te [email protected] Centre on Sunday. caution, plus he has some other jobs he can Awamutu. Later that day the community case was work on — including Zoom workshops he Dave says it shows why people must scan ADVERTISING announced and Dave kept an eye on the started with overseas schools during lockdown. where they have been and follow the proper Sarah Verran 021 345 951 ministry website and, using the log of his Covid Dave says it was scary to realise how quickly advice. [email protected] tracking app, saw they had been in contact with things can change, especially when there had For Jess and Floyd the biggest disappoint- CLASSIFIEDS the woman. been no community cases for so long. ment was missing the Kainga Aroha camp, Jess He contacted everyone who had been at the But he used the Covid tracking app re- as a leader and Floyd his last as a camper. Tania King Ext: 67708 Space Centre on Sunday and the family went ligiously and says it proved a fantastic tool, and But the pair have taken in the last few days, [email protected] into self isolation. gave the family peace of mind when they were albeit cautiously and following social distancing We welcome letters - preferably via email. On Monday the family was tested, and on caught up in the possible outbreak. rules “just in case”. They should be under 300 words and must have the sender’s name, address ■ LETTER TO THE EDITOR and phone number. No pseudonyms are accepted and names will only be Sad society promoting an oxymoron. What came first in this It is not acceptable that prisoners, regardless withheld in special circumstances at the It is more than a little sad that we live in a society case, the chicken or the egg? of their crimes, be kept in such conditions. It discretion of the editor. Letters are not which believes it is moving forward and What do politicians not understand about is also not acceptable that politicians who usually acknowledged and may be edited, becoming more “civilised”, then we see articles society having moved on from prisons as just allowed those conditions to endure for decades abridged or discarded. which seem to be defending the draconian a form of punishment? try to heap the responsibility for the very We’re online at conditions in some of our prisons. It is not acceptable that prison cells should predictable outcomes on those who have the nzmecommunitynews.pressreader.com You have to wonder when politicians call for be simply a toilet with a bed. Dining in your least power and had to endure those outrageous justice to be “done to” those who took part in toilet? How civilised is that? Made to drink conditions. the recent Waikeria Prison “riots”. “brown” water or go without? To direct an age-old adage at politicians on Firstly, as a concept, justice is not “done” to If the cell walls were made of brick you could all sides of the house, “Physician, heal thyself”. people, it is done for people or else we are rightly call them dungeons. Dennis Pennefather

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aipa¯residents are invited to step into the past and Events learn about the district’s The full list of activities and workshops at Waipa¯District Libraries and Te history for Heritage Awamutu Museum during Heritage Month 2021 include: MonthW 2021. ● Tuesday, February 2 to Friday, February 5: Commercial Building Display, Waipa¯District Libraries and Te Awa- Cambridge Library mutu Museum are hosting a range of activities, including walks, talks, ● Saturday, February 6, 10am and 12pm: Tı¯Ra¯kau Stick Game workshops, Te displays and creative workshops from Awamutu Museum February 2 to March 3. ● Monday, February 8, 10am and 12pm: Ma¯ori design badge workshops, Te Strategy and community services Awamutu Museum group manager Debbie Lascelles said a likely highlight of Heritage Month ● Tuesday, February 9, 6.30pm: Cambridge, The Growth of a Township: First 10 would be the walking tours. Years, Cambridge Library Te Awamutu Courier “The walking tours, back by popular ● Wednesday, February 10, 10am and 6pm: Cambridge Suburban Heritage Walk demand, are a fantastic opportunity for supporting local businesses residents to get out and about in our ● Friday, February 12 to Saturday, February 13: Building Social History display, Te amazing district to learn more about Awamutu Library what makes our towns unique.” ● Wednesday, February 17, 10am: Cambridge Suburban Heritage Walk The walking tours will be run in Cambridge, Te Awamutu and Kihikihi, ● Wednesday, February 17, 6.30pm: Modernism — The New Look of Architecture with local experts sharing their know- in Te Awamutu’s Commercial Buildings 1930-1950, Te Awamutu Library ledge of buildings and landmarks. ● Thursday, February 18, 10am: Cambridge Central Heritage Walk Te Awamutu Museum has devel- Saturday, February 20, 10am: Cambridge Central Heritage Walk oped two scavenger hunt activity trails around Te Awamutu to highlight his- ● Tuesday, February 23, 6.30pm: Cambridge, A Wealth of Built Heritage, toric and heritage landmarks around Cambridge Library the town. ● Wednesday, February 24, 5.30pm: Te Awamutu Central Heritage Walk “These self-guided trails are a great Saturday, February 27, 1pm-4pm: Kihikihi Summer Stroll (self-guided) and family-friendly activity, allowing par- concert ents and children to take their own time exploring the district.” ● Wednesday, March 3, 1pm: A Stroll on Main St Kihikihi (guided) Several heritage talks are also being held across the district to celebrate Residents are invited to share their movements. Heritage Month. own knowledge of local commercial Residents can also learn how to The first talk is based on the book buildings at public displays in the Te make their own Ma¯ori design badge at The Plough of the Pakeha by Eric Beer Awamutu Library and Cambridge two workshops on Monday, February bayofplentytimes.co.nz and Alwyn Gascoigne, at the Cam- Library. 8. grabone.co.nz bridge Library on Tuesday, February 9. Te Awamutu Museum is running The workshops cost $5 and are open The event will be hosted by Waipa¯ creative workshops to support learning to all ages and skill levels. councillor Roger Gordon and Greg and understanding of Ma¯ori culture bayofplentytimes.co.nz Gascoigne, the son of Alwyn Gascoigne. and its place in our nation’s history. To find out more about grabone.co.nz Historian Alan Hall will be speaking Two workshops about the Tı¯Ra¯kau Heritage Month activities and at the Te Awamutu Library on Stick Game are on Saturday, February i to book your spot, visit Wednesday, February 17 about Te 6, with participants designing their own waipalibraries.org.nz and Awamutu’s iconic buildings. tı¯ra¯kau and learning waiata and tamuseum.org.nz. A funeral service is important

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Ingham Te Awamutu 133 Arawata Street, Te Awamutu Ph: 07 871 5630, www.inghamdriven.nz Thursday, January 28, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 5 chance to explore nearby Pirongia “It’s quite a small building but they the tracks and to develop new ones. two and a half hour loop. Along the have so much information in there There are easy, intermediate and walk are places to swim, picnic and about the area and they have a lot advanced tracks as well as kids track camp. Add another 30 minutes onto of local artefacts, you could spend all and a pump track. They are accessed the walk and you’ll find yourself at day in there really,” says Ruth. at the end of Sainsbury Rd where the Kaniwhaniwha Caves, you can there is also a carpark. walk through the 20-metre-long main Pirongia Esplanade cave. Alternatively you can start the Walkway Trekking walk to the caves from near the Bell Waipa¯ District Council made There are a variety of walking tracks Track, five minutes from the Nı¯kau upgrades to the walkway last year, a in the Pirongia Forest Park on Mt Walk junction. These tracks and the new section of the track was created Pirongia. Durations range from 15 carpark are accessed from from Crozier St on to Franklin St and minutes to two days. There are three Limeworks Loop Rd. upgrades were made to timber options to get to the Pirongia Summit, bridge, boardwalk and existing track. the shortest being via the Hihikiwi Golf Course The walkway goes through a reserve Track which takes four to six hours There is an 18-hole golf course on the and wetlands. ones way. border of the village. Green fees are On Sunday mornings there is a dog The Mangakara Nature Walk is a $20, except for on Monday’s when meet up. It can be accessed at either great option for children, the one- they are $10. It is located at 31 the corner of Crozier and Parry hour walk loops through the ancient Kakaramea Rd. streets or Belcher St. forest. Information about the walks “People who have got social dogs can be found on the Department of Where to eat can go along and the dogs can all have Conservation website. Pirongia Village has a range of The Pirongia Heritage and Visitor Centre is also a great place to learn more a play together — it’s a really big eateries to choose from, whether about the area. space,” says Ruth. Kaniwhaniwha Stream you’re after just a quick bite or a sit- Here there are opportunities for down meal. pub offers an all-day, lunch and din- includes burgers, fish and chips, Mountain Bike Tracks swimming, hiking and exploring ■ Great places to grab a coffee, ner menu including burgers, pizzas, wedges, buffalo wings, seafood, For the adventurous inclined there caves. Right at the Kaniwhaniwha brunch or something sweet would be salads, curries, ribs and much more. wraps and a range of desserts and are over 15km of mountain bike carpark is a great spot for swimming, from either the Persimmon Tree Cafe´ ■ Every Friday night, starting from kids meals. They are parked up tracks in the Sainsbury Rd forest. The there is a shallow part, a rope swing or Cafe´on Franklin. tomorrow for the year, The Beach between 4pm and 7.30pm. tracks are managed by the Pirongia into a deeper area of the stream, a ■ For a sit-down meal, head to the Hutt food truck serves up meals ■ Grab a quick bite or food for a Mountain Club but are free to use, toilet and picnic tables. From here Five Stags Pirongia and Alexandra outside the Pirongia Community picnic from the Mountain View Bak- donations are welcomed to maintain you can also do the Nı¯kau Walk, a Hotel on the village’s main street. The Centre on Crozier Street. The food ery. Pirongia girls raising funds for Starship Ruby, 9, and Amy, 7, Webb, sisters Pirongia Community Centre on to 2pm and their store will be inside from Pirongia, have been crafting Crozier St. the community hall. away to raise funds for Starship Hos- “We’ve got a friend in Starship and Isla is just 4-years-old and was pital where one of their friends, Isla, we thought it’d be a great idea to help diagnosed with leukaemia about nine is undergoing treatment for leukemia. raise some funds to get her treat- months ago. The girls have made seashell ment,” says Ruby. “And we thought “She is suffering and going through necklaces, knitted hanging hearts, it’d be a great donation for all the a lot of pain and she’s only 4-years- loom band bracelets, loom band other kids there too.” old, it makes feel really sad,” says stress relievers and origami The girls will also be selling vinyl Ruby. butterflies to sell for a donation. mugs and are hoping to sell some The girls’ fundraiser will also earn Learn about the areas past by doing the mobile Te Ara Wai: Journeys self- They will have a stall set up at the gingerbread biscuits and to have a them their community service badge guided tour which visits redoubts, pa and settlement sites. Pirongia Market this Sunday at the lucky dip. The market runs from 9am from their rally group.

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he sounds of multiple the interval with the Bread song If, ukuleles and joyful singing the forerunner for a solo or group was ringing around Kihikihi performance as a regular feature of on Tuesday, January 19. club nights this year. TIt was the first Kihikihi Ukulele A number of people who are new Club night for 2021 and the first to ukulele are looking forward to anniversary of the formation of the Saturday beginner classes starting in club. the next few weeks. Co-ordinator Angela Brown said Club nights are held fortnightly on the club was grateful to the Kihikihi a Tuesday, 7pm-8pm, doors open Bowling Club for providing a wonder- 6.30pm, $4 per night ($5 per night ful venue for 2020. from March). However, due to the growth of the The next club night is next club a new home has been found in Tuesday. For further information the Anglican Church Hall across the contact Angela 870 2649. road. Forty people of all ages from Kihi- kihi and Te Awamutu and all around the region, including Te Ku¯iti, Cam- bridge, Morrinsville and O¯ haupo¯, attended the first club night. Ukulele players of all skill levels are A surprise guest, musician Henry flocking to the Kihikihi Ukulele Club. Ashby, entertained everyone during Photo / Supplied Use Smart Water tips these long holiday weekends

With the highly-anticipated Auckland was typically a trigger for high water your boat or vehicle after being away, so this is a good time to be reminded smartwater.org.nz/being-water- Anniversary and Waitangi Day long use as residents wash boats and other make sure you use a hose with trigger to use water sustainably. smart/report-water-wasters. weekends happening in the next two vehicles, and run a number of wash- nozzle so you’re not wasting water, “We can all do our part, whether More tips about saving water weeks, so too is an expected surge ing loads in preparation for the and put the vehicle on grass so that it be helping to educate a neighbour around the home can be found at in water use. upcoming school start. can get a good soaking too.” or making changes to your own water smartwater.org.nz. Water managers at Waipa¯District “Most of the district’s schools start Hamilton City Council’s City usage — it all helps and it all counts. and Hamilton City councils say the term one next week so there’s a lot Waters manager Maire Porter said “And remember, if you see water long weekend is a great time to of school uniforms being washed in long weekends typically signal the wastage, report it immediately so we remind residents to keep being smart preparation. start of higher water use across the can act,” says Maire. Residents can also sign up to with water as people return from “We recommend to always wash city as temperatures begin to soar. If you have concerns about waste- the Smart Water e-newsletter summer holidays. full loads, and if possible, run it over- “We usually see a huge spike in ful water use or water leaks, visit the i to be notified of changing Waipa¯’s water services manager night when water demand is lower. water use over the long weekends Smart Water website and fill-in the water alert levels at Martin Mould said the long weekend “If you’re thinking about washing with people returning from holidays, water concern form: smartwater.org.nz/subscribe. 8 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, January 28, 2021

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ic’s Peanut Butter has kicked off a project to look at the feasibility of growing peanuts commercially Pin Northland, with backing from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). The $91,320 project is led by Picot Productions, and MPI is contributing more than $59,000 through its Sustainable Food & Fibre Futures fund. Research expertise is being provided by Plant & Food Research. The project will trial growing peanuts in three locations — Ruawai on a kumara farm, Poutu Peninsular near Dargaville, and on Ma¯ori land in the Kai Iwi Lakes district. If successful, peanut farming could bring new employment opportunities to the Northland region . Pic Picot (right) and Declan Graham check the peanut growing trial. Photo / Supplied “We’ve selected three locations with different soil types and environments to project to be plain sailing. They’ll need wha¯nau,” says Pic. see where the peanuts grow best,” says to deal with aspects like weed control and “We got a lot of attention at local Declan Graham, business manager — pests. tourist attraction the Kumara Box, sold science at Plant & Food Research. “But of course, the proof will be in the every last jar we had at the Friday “A soil temperature of around 18° is tasting,” he says. market, and were presented with two ideal, so the window for getting the Picot Productions owner and founder 50-year-old cans of Toheroa Soup. I can peanuts in the ground and harvesting Pic Picot says it has always felt a little think of nothing finer than to help the them is small.” weird to be making an iconic New Zea- Northland community establish a new The trial peanuts were planted in late land product with imported ingredients,. industry.” October and are expected to be ready for “These trials have the potential to MPI investment programmes director harvest within 16 to 20 weeks. Spanish make a very real difference to our carbon Steve Penno says MPI is excited to be Hi Oleic peanuts, which have smaller footprint and redirect the millions of involved in a project that could lead to kernels and reddish-brown skins, have dollars we spend on imported nuts to a new industry in New Zealand and help Te Awamutu been identified as the most appropriate Northland, easily my second favourite boost the local Northland economy. cultivar for Northland conditions. region of New Zealand.” “This project fits perfectly with our “This type of peanut is most widely In 2015, Pic’s ‘Big Toaster Tour’ visited goal of funding projects that will make Courier used in confectionary and snacks, as well Dargaville en-route from Bluff to North a positive and lasting difference,” says Your community newspaper for over 100 years as peanut butter production,” says Cape. Steve. Declan. He says he, his dog Fido and Amy the “This project has the potential to lead To advertise with us phone 07 871 5151 “Their high oil content makes them peanut butter fairy received an unforget- to a new industry in Northland, which ideal for crushing.” table welcome. will bring new value into the region and He says the team doesn’t expect the “We were treated like long lost create more jobs for New Zealanders.”

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Industry event to Dairy Women welcome new help Kiwi beef farmers succeed partner in animal nutrition The commercial beef farmer will be gaining some first hand industry insights in March as nationwide roadshow ‘What’s the Beef’ travels New Zealand. new partnership between the Dairy AgriVantage The brains behind the roadshow are three Women’s Network and New Zealand South Island key primary industry organisations; owned milk replacer supplier business AngusPure beef, PGG Wrightson Livestock AAgriVantage is set to increase manager, and and online trading platform bidr, with the focus farmers’ knowledge around the importance of former dairy being to provide commercial farmers with the nutrition in the early stages of calf rearing. farmer and calf knowledge they need to increase both profit- Recognising that an animal’s start in life rearer, Cheryl ability within their beef farming system and determines their long-term health and lifetime Farrar. the quality of the beef they’re producing. production, AgriVantage supports farmers Photo / Supplied Each event will cover off the key aspects throughout New Zealand to grow strong, of what goes into producing quality beef and healthy and productive animals. attendees will be taken on a journey through “With both organisations providing the in- the supply chain. dustry with the resources to raise happy and Presentations will demonstrate the import- healthy calves the partnership was a natural ance of beef’s eating qualities, what processors progression,” says Dairy Women’s Network look for in a carcass, how nutrition manage- CEO Jules Benton. ment can benefit a farmer’s program, and the “We are proud to have AgriVantage on important role that high performance genetics board as a network partner. play in the equation. “Proper animal nutrition is vital for pro- AngusPure director Guy Sargent is eager duction and farm performance, and to partner for the roadshows to kick off as feels there is with a company who shares this ethos creates a real need for furthering education, especially a valuable resource for us to tap into as we in the area of genomics. support our members and their farm busi- “These roadshows have been designed to nesses.” provide farmers with the tools they need in The partnership means farmers and Dairy order to produce high quality Angus beef and Women’s Network members around the more of it. Genetics is an essential link in country will have access to AgriVantage’s in- generating quality beef and combined with the house team of rearing and nutrition specialists right feed and management practices, farmers through national workshops and regional can start shifting their beef from the commod- events. ity self to the premium grade programs,” says “Along with providing the best technical Guy. advice, we focus on helping farmers to optimise the value that women bring to farming busi- developed milk replacers, feed additives, feed These events are free, and open to all beef the development and production capacity of nesses, so we are proud to partner with the safety ingredients and biosecurity products for farmers who are interested in improving their their stock,” says AgriVantage South Island Dairy Women’s Network to help make calf calves, kids, lambs, pigs and poultry. business performance. business manager Cheryl Farrar. rearing both easier and more profitable.” Their approach to animal husbandry “We work with those who aim to improve AgriVantage partners with many global combines a mixture of science, innovation and ■ Registration numbers are limited, go to their production capacity and we understand brands to provide farmers with scientifically- tried-and-tested rearing methods. www.whatsthebeef.co.nz

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Vicki Jones captured the sunset over Ingrid Heeringa Hamilton’s Lake Rotoroa one evening photographed her recently while out walking in the cool after grandson Kyle Heeringa, 5, an extremely hot day. enjoying a morning fish at Whangamata¯, waiting for that big one.

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07/02/21 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 13 Fundraising country concert on Saturday

e Awamutu Country Variety Club is hold- ing a special club Jody Allen fundraising concert atT Te Awamutu Bible Chapel this Saturday. The day starts at 11am with walk-up performances until the 1pm lunch break. The main concert starts at 2pm with a line-up of top performers from around New Zea- land, including Carleen Still from Whanga¯rei, Nancy Muller (Taranaki), Doug Urutoe and Raymond Solomon (Auck- land), Carolyne and Chippa (Rotorua), Lynn Edwards and Gary Hinz (Taranaki), Steve Ward (Hamilton), Gail Russell, (Te Ko¯whai), plus Overall Doug Urutoe Runner-up from the 2020 Vet- erans Award — Jody Allen, Te Awamutu’s own Paul Gough and Brian and Pat Oldham (Huntly). Boundary lines are indicative only Cost for the day, including the walk up performers and fantastic line up of performers, is just $10. Tickets are at the Te Awamutu 255 Long Road door. It also includes tea and coffee and there will be raffles and Don't be long 6 3 4 CDs for sale from some of the artists. Lunch is BYO. This lifestyle property of 3,594sqm (more or less), Auction (unless sold prior) 2pm, Tue 16 Feb 2021 Fans are encouraged to get features a family home of 245sqm (approx) with four 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton bedrooms. There’s also a two-bedroom unit of View 4-4.30pm Tue 2 Feb a group together and enjoy a 85sqm (approx) which, like the main home, has key Stuart Gudsell AREINZ 021 951 737 fantastic day of country music, features like air conditioning, double glazing, and [email protected] with a top band, friendly atmo- ample storage space. The 9x9 metre sphere and fantastic venue. garage/workshop and internal access double garage Sharon Evans AREINZ 027 235 4771 Further information con- provides space for all your projects. This property is [email protected] tact Ray, 870 1551. ideally located with Te Awamutu only a short drive. SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008 Come to the Open Days, you won’t be disappointed.

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Te Awamutu Police attended the following matters last week: Self-drive mystery tour - They attended 10 family-harm incidents. O¯ haupo¯ Road property. A laptop was stolen starting from Nga Roto Reports were received about a damaged from Kiwi Fertilisers on Alexandra Street. A vehicle on Cactus Court. burglary was made at a property on Cactus Domain, Te Awamutu Police processed someone for drink driving Court. A Mazda Demio was stolen from a who blew 444 and another who blew 696. property from a Te Tomo Street address and They received two reports of petrol drive subsequently found on Pollard Drive. A vehicle Registration desk opens 9.30 off’s from Z - Energy. was stolen from a Churchill Street address and A male was reported to be running out in subsequently found on Paterangi Road. A - front of vehicles on Po¯kuru Road. remote control helicopter was stolen from a @Nga Roto Domain, Bank Road. There was a minor vehicle crash on Sloane Meadow Bank Crescent property. A handbag Street, the vehicle had run off the road and into was stolen from a property on Rosehill Lane. A Entry by koha. BYO snacks and drinks. a bush. laptop was stolen from the Fonterra Learning A Police safety order was served to a male Centre. A Mitsubishi L200 was stolen from a at family-harm incident. property on Pa¯terangi Road, plate number This is a self-drive tour with some A male was arrested for assault following a NRANGI. A number plate was stolen off a family-harm incident. vehicle on Cambridge Road. A stolen vehicle easy walking. Clues to ﬁ nd, prizes to win. Police assisted St John at a local licensed was found dumped at a property on Nurse premises where an intoxicated woman had Davey Court, the registered owner was fallen over and hit her head on a table. notified but before they got to it it was www.wetlandtrust.org.nz/what-wedo/world-wetlands-day/ Four young females were reported to be subsequently re-stolen and later found burnt- throwing rocks at patrons who were dining at out on Frontier Road. A chromebook was Storyteller Eatery and Bar. stolen from a property on Factory Road. A Burglaries and theft: A blue Toyota Corolla garage was broken into on Christie Avenue. A Family fun was stolen from Cherry Tree Court, it has been gun cabinet, containing firearms, was stolen recovered. Two days in a row a man has from a property on Pukewhau Road. A vehicle stolen a Cancun AirJet spa, worth $1000, from was stolen from a property on Pakura Street. World Wetlands Day Event The Warehouse. Scaffolding was stolen from Vehicle break-ins: Police received reports Te Awamutu Intermediate. A red Honda for a number of vehicle break-ins around town, TRX350 was stolen from a Te Rahu Road they occurred on Heaphy Street, Bond Road, property. A Honda TRX four-wheel motorbike Bank Street, Downes Street, Roache Street, was stolen from a Whitmore Street address. A Rewi Street, Reynolds Drive, Totara Street, Honda ride-on mower was stolen from an Jack Russell Drive, Te Awamutu Police ∼ 872 0100 Victim Support ∼ 0800 VICTIM Crimestoppers ∼ 0800 555111 Urgent traffic (cell only) ∼ *555 Non emergency ∼ 105 Emergency ∼ 111 In association with Nga-ti Apakura 14 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, January 28, 2021 Rockin’ with Judy

Te Awamutu Country Music Club has a bonus club day this Sunday at the Methodist Church Hall from 1pm-4.30pm. The club is excited to welcome guest artist Judy Keene, a dairy farmer with her husband at Te Hoe. Judy was a keen line dancer and then became involved in country music about 20 years ago. Her favourite singers are Tania Tucker and Heather Miles. Judy is also president of the Glen Afton Club and attends Huntly Music Clubs. Te Awamutu welcomes members and guests for a fun afternoon of good music and good company. If you like dancing you won’t be disappointed, if not Judy will be sure to have you rocking in your seats. For further information contact Te Awamutu president Ruth Cunningham — 871 2799.

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646 Hazelmere Crescent Te Awamutu - Phone 871 6377 Thursday, January 28, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 15 Sensation conquers record field ust when you thought back up to 10th but, after some McDonald’s Kihikihi Speed- exclusions and relegations, he was way’s season couldn’t get any placed seventh overall. better, local stockcar driver Heading into the final heat, BenJ Ellis (11K) won the New Zealand clubmate 3NZ Mitch Vickery led the Stockcar Championship. points while Ellis was sitting in ninth. Held last weekend at Hawke’s Lap one, corner two saw Vickery Bay’s Meeanee Speedway, Ben’s squeezed in the wall and onto his side championship win was among a and with that, his championship massive field of 231 cars, the largest aspirations were ended. starting line-up in its 20-year history. Vickery still finished eighth overall “First, I’d like to thank my parents in the championship standings. The for giving birth to me,” Ellis joked to hits did not stop there. a rapt audience after receiving his 1NZ As each lap passed, another driver trophy. in contention was halted as The 11K has had minor successes clubmates singled out potential win- in the last few seasons without much ners in order to help friends or fellow in the way of major results. club members. Qualifying on Friday night was Ellis battled hard for the lead with difficult, to say the least. Eight groups local driver Brett Loveridge and when of 28-29 cars raced for highest points Loveridge was dispatched into the over three heats and only the top wall late in the race by Stratford’s Will three in each group went directly Hughes, Ellis sealed the race win and, through to the finals. with it, a one-point advantage over Ellis’ first heat was a top 10 finish the other 29 finalists. from a back grid, heat two saw him In his victory speech, Ellis made take the win and, in heat three, the reference to his father, Waikato 11K came under attack and with it, a stockcar legend Gary Ellis who died flat tyre and a 15th place finish. suddenly five years ago. This pushed Ellis out of a top-three “I’m pretty sure he’d be stoked for Ben Ellis (middle) and group finish and into a last-gasp me,” said Ellis. his brothers Carl repechage race early in Saturday’s “I also have to thank my brothers Hodge (left) and Zane race programme. (Carl and Zane), Shane, the crew and Hodge (right) in front It was here that Ellis’ luck changed. all my sponsors. I’m absolutely of their Dad’s ‘buy a Starting in eighth, Ellis ran most of the stoked”. brick’ in the clubrooms repechage in fourth but a last lap, last Ellis went on to thank the hosting at Meeanee Speedway. corner pass put him into third and club and the major sponsor for the Photo / Supplied with it, a place in the 30-car finals. event. With the finalists found, this group “Thanks to ‘Sefro’ for getting me clearly represented the best stockcar home in the repechage, you’re the drivers in the country. Highest points man, bro.” haul over three heats would decide This was referring to a fellow com- Kihikihi Speedway the winner. petitor who pushed the then-third driver Ben Ellis (11K) Ellis managed a 14th place from a placed car wide putting Ellis into the won the New Zealand back grid in a fast and chaotic first finals. Stockcar race. Heat two and Ellis was pushed In the tradition of winning a major Championship in wide early in the race and dropped cup, Ellis then poured his Waikato Hawke's Bay. toward the back of the field. Draught into the trophy and drank to Photo / Graham Hughes / Some determined driving got him the applause of the big crowd present. Sportsweb Photography - www.

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GOLF REPORT Farewell to Colgate Games Stewart Alexander Seventy-nine starters turned out he 2021 Colgate Games, the for the ‘Stewie 200' on Sunday. largest children’s athletics Stewie 200 event in New Zealand, were Gross - Ian Berry 72; Kapi Hughes held in Inglewood, Taranaki, 73; Aaron Kelly (Kinloch) 73; Jordan earlierT this month with three Te Awa- Rangihika (Ngaruawahia) 73; Karl mutu 14-year-olds making their final Cruickshank 73. appearance. Net - Shannon Te Huia 63; Joe Tapu The Colgate Games have been 65; Zekyl Aperehama 41; David running for more than 40 years and Coupland 67; Ross Collins 67. see between 1300 and 1500 children Points - Shannon Te Huia 43; Joe aged 7-14 compete each year from Tapu 41; Zekyl Aperehama 41; clubs all over New Zealand. David Coupland 39; Ross Collins 39. They started in rain but this soon Vets turned to fine but windy conditions Ross Signal 31 points; Philip for most of the three days. Blundell 39; Ian Grey 38; Bill Garvin The three Te Awamutu Athletics 34. Club 14-year-olds certainly made the Midweek most of their last games. Ian Coleman 38 points; John Aylee Gane was the first to strike Dampney 37; Bill Garvin 37; Barry when she jumped a PB of 4.92m to Knight 34. take the silver medal in long jump. She went on to qualify through to the Te Awamutu Athletic Club's relay team at the 2021 Colgate Games (left to Rejoice Nhemachena out on her own in finals of both the 100 and 200m right) Summa Dearing, Aylee Gane, Jorja Demler and Rejoice her 800m heat at the 2021 Colgate Pirongia claiming bronze in the 200m in 26.56s Nhemachena. Photos / Supplied Games. Pirongia Golf Club’s Summer Cup and finishing fourth in the 100m in winner is Steve Law with 12.81s. slightly better on the day but it was The club also had four younger eighth in shot put throwing 8.57m, consistent rounds of 38 , 35, 35, 38 Rejoice Nhemachena made it to all still an exciting and high note to bow athletes in the Under 10 grades who 17th in long jump and was eliminated for a four-round total of 146. Steve three of her finals in the 100, 400 and out on. compete in heats or divisions with no in the semis of the 100m to finish 12th was two shots better than Terry 800m. She claimed bronze in the Summa was a busy athlete com- finals. overall. Charlesworth on 144. 100m in 12.79, pipping Aylee by 0.02 peting in four individual events. She Hunter Te Huia-Crean, 9, was first Summa did well after injuring her Scramble on Stableford of a second, won bronze in the 400m was fifth in discus and sixth in shot in long jump, second in 60m and ankle near the end of her 100m heat Senior - Craig McKellow 42; Steve breaking the 60 second barrier for the put with throws of 28.04m and 8.74m, fourth in shot put, discus and 100m. and just made it through to the semis, Law 38; Derek Boyle 38; Garry first time running 59.98 and was 11th in long jump and was eliminated Lucas Fare, 9, was fourth in all five but that was also before her other Bowman 38; Ash Smith 37; Rob fourth in the 800m after running a in the semis of the 100m but finished of his events – 60m, 100m, 200m, shot events so things could have been Taylor 35; Dave Seager 34. PB of 2 minutes 26 seconds in the 11th overall. put and long jump. very different. Junior - Ross Scown 39; Rob Brettell heats, which drained her a little. A new member to the club, Lexi Morton, 9, was third in long Carenza continued her NI form 37; Kevin Nickson 36; Lynda Jorja Demler hasn’t quite regained Carenza Elley, 12, also did four events jump and 60m, fourth in shot put and finishing sixth in both her finals – 2.37 Morgan 35; Don Matson 35; Grant her best distances of last season yet and showed she has a promising discus and the 100m. in the 800m and 5.25 in the 1500m. Morgan 35; Terry Charlesworth 34. but was a very close fourth in the shot future with very good results in her Ryan Ellis, 7, was third in shot put She was also 17th in discus. Twos - Derek Boyle, Craig put, throwing 11.36m to miss bronze middle distance races. She was fifth and was unlucky to have three no- Young Hunter had a great few McKellow, Rob Taylor, Garry by just 1cm. in both the 800m and 1500m finals throws in discus with throws that days. He was first in 60m, 100m and Russo. These three girls then combined with times of 2 minutes 38 seconds were bigger than the others. discus and was second in shot Put Longest Putt - Hans Nieremeijer with Summa Dearing, 12, for the and 5 minutes 22 seconds. South Island Champs and long jump. The next three weeks focus on the 4x100m relay which the club had Others competing included Leah Summa, Carenza and Hunter also Te Awamutu Athletics Club con- Ryan Cup with the Race to 500 won the previous two years in Grade Ellis, 13, who was ninth in shot put travelled on to the South Island event gratulates these young athletes and starting next week. 12 and 13. in throwing 8.89m and 15th in Discus, held in Nelson the following week- their families for supporting them Despite doing everything right, Blake Ellis, 11, was 13th in discus, 15th end. with these opportunities. 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Week 2: A Grade: 1st James Harvey 34:39; 104 riders at first 2nd Nathan Bunn 34:40; 3rd Josh Lane 34:40 round, 98 second, B Grade 1: 1st Daniel Barnett 37:50; 2nd 2 Shem Rodger 37:50; 3rd Rowan 118 for third Beaumont Bell 37:51 C Grade 1: 1st Bob Longstaff 41:18; he first three weeks of the 2nd Hayden Moorhouse 41:18; 3rd 10 week Spoken Cycles Jack Cooper 41:19 sponsored Summer Series C Grade 2: 1st Marinus du Preez held on Tuesday evenings 41:10; 2nd Mackenzie Macky 41:11; 3rd Tby Te Awamutu Sports Cycling Club Maddi Douglas 41:11 have had great turnouts. D Grade 1: 1st Jacob Chetwin 46:08; The 26km race is raced on the 2nd Leith Schwass 46:08; 3rd David roads around Mt Kakepuku, starting Smith 46:08 and finishing on Bank St, Te Awa- E Grade: 1st Danie Dafel 49:17; 2nd mutu. Mike Davey 49:33; 3rd Graham Ander- January 12 saw the Week 1 race son 49:33 have 104 riders signing on to com- F Grade: 1st Rob Shirley 55:25; 2nd pete. Bruce Mandeno 55:28; 3rd Tom The A grade field was smaller than Davies 56:14 usual as some of the riders were away Under 15: 1st Stirling Jarnell 3 min- at the New Zealand Cycle Classic ute (handicap time) 23.57; 2nd Josh which was held from January 13-17 Rowe 20.58; 3rd Dylan Rowe 9 minute in the Wellington region. 30.07 Zakk Patterson took the top spot Week 3: in the A Grade race with a time of A Grade: 1st Zakk Patterson 34:57 35:28. 2nd James Harvey 34:57 3rd Josh Week 2 was raced in wet and Kuysten 34:57 cooler conditions with 98 riders com- B Grade 1: 1st Matt Davis 37:39 2nd peting. Hamish Banks 37:39 3rd Bailey Moran A Grade was won by James 37:40 Harvey in a time of 34.39 minutes. C Grade 1: 1st Jack Cooper 41:20 2nd Harvey is in his fourth season of Jason Reid 41:21 3rd Hayden Moor- road racing having joined Te Awa- Te Awamutu Sports Cycling Club’s Spoken Cycles sponsored Summer Series Week 2 A Grade winner James Harvey. house 41:21 mutu Sports Cycling Club in 2017. Photo / Arthur Uden C Grade 2: 1st Louis Grimshaw Harvey came out on top of the 42:05 2nd Mackenzie Macky 42:05 3rd Summer Series pre-Christmas and we’ll get there in the back half of the Grade win in a time of 34.57 minutes. Glen Crompton 40:41 Ted Schmidt 42:07 has carried his form through to 2021. year, maybe earlier? Week 1: D Grade 1: 1st Leith Schwass 44:45; D Grade 1: 1st Luka Moran 45:30 2nd “Maybe it was some residual form “Regardless, I’ll just ride, train and A Grade: 1st Zakk Patterson 35:28; 2nd Ryan Hansen 44:45; 3rd Luka Leith Schwass 45:36 3rd Fiona from a couple of hard days at New race as much as I can and make sure 2nd Michael Torckler 35:28; 3rd Maui Moran 44:49 Carswell 45:37 Zealand Cycle classic last week! I’ll when the time does come to race I’m Morrison 35:28 E Grade: 1st David Graham 47:52; E Grade: 1st Danie Dafel 48:33 2nd look to race as much as I can for the ready to go.” B Grade 1: 1st Charlie Studd 37:04; 2nd Johan Theron 47:52; 3rd Danie Craig Walker 48:37 3rd David Graham rest of series, especially in the lead Week 3 weather conditions were 2nd Phil Brown 37:05; 3rd Daniel Dafel 47:52 48:50 in to nationals to gain some race the exact opposite from last week’s Barnett 37:05 F Grade: 1st Bill Tamaki 53:54; 2nd F Grade: 1st Rob Shirley 55:10 2nd form,” said Harvey. freeze fest with muggy, uncomfort- C Grade 1: 1st Andrew Harrison Rob Shirley 55:40; 3rd Noel Hutchings Noel Hutchings 55:11 3rd Neil “I’m unsure what the rest of the able temperatures. One hundred and 40:41; 2nd Seana Gray 40:41; 3rd 56:42 McPherson 55:12 year will look like yet. Hopefully we eighteen riders signed on for Week Maddi Douglas 40:41 Under 15: 1st Caolinn Gray 21.45; Under 15: 1st Josh Rowe 20.32 2nd will be able to get over to Asia to race, 3 of the Spoken Cycles Summer Series C Grade 2: 1st Hayden Moorhouse 2nd Olly Taylor 22.53; 3rd Millie Olly Taylor 3 minute 23.58 3rd James but it’s all really up in the air. Maybe with Zakk Patterson taking the A 40:41; 2nd Marinus du Preez 40:41; 3rd Wright 26.12 Loughnane 3 minute 25.04 Former Sports halfback's son named for Scotland Six Nations

Former Te Awamutu Sports and South Africa but was unable to play campaign and kick on again in terms Scottish international halfback due to injury. of performance levels,” said Scotland Bryan Redpath’s son Cameron has After being overlooked by Eddie coach Gregor Townsend. been included in Scotland’s 35-man Jones, Scotland snapped him up “The depth we have across the squad for the 2021 Guinness Six quickly. squad enables us to bring in some Nations. Father Bryan had previously new players who have excelled in The 21-year-old Bath representa- stated that he hoped his son would recent weeks and others who we tive was named in the squad with don the navy blue jersey as he had, believe can perform at test level.” former Hamilton Boys’ High rep Sean on 60 occasions. Maitland in a shock turn of events. Redpath hit headlines in recent Redpath was thought to be head- weeks after a brilliant solo try against ing towards the England squad after London Wasps. having represented England at “As coaches, we have selected a Cameron Redpath of Bath is tackled Under 20 level. group which we believe can build on into touch by Ben Stevenson of He was also named in the 34-man the work our players put in through- Newcastle Falcons. England squad for the 2018 tour of out the recent Autumn Nations Cup Photo / www.photosport.co.nz

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Jesse Wood First five-eighth Ian Foster in s the centenary year of Wai- action for kato rugby begins, this Waikato during team is from the 1987 Wai- the NPC, 1993. kato squad that played in Photo / www. theA National Provincial Champion- photosport.co.nz ship first division. The Te Awamutu area was represented by current All Blacks coach Ian Foster from Te Awamutu Old Boys and Doug Semmens from Pirongia, as well Steve Gordon and Warren Gatland, who previously attended Te Awamutu College. Waikato v Andrew Strawbridge was Wai- Auckland in the kato’s top point-scorer with 114 points 1987 Ranfurly in the season. Shield Winger Warren Jennings was encounter. second with 24 points and was the Photo / WRU top try scorer with six. 1987 Waikato XV: (1987-1997) (1987-1988) 18. RALPH WALLACE – Nga¯ruawa¯hia Played: 14 Won: 7 Lost: 6 Drew: 1 *denotes international representative 6. PETER KAUA (Captain) – Pirates 12. CHRIS ELLIS – Fraser Tech Born: 1963 Waikato caps: 19 Auckland won the competition – may have internationally de´buted Born: 1957 Waikato caps: 24 (1979, Born: 1959 Waikato caps: 110 (1986-1988) overall and also held the Ranfurly after 1987. 1986-1987) (1980-1992) 19. BLAIR COOPER – Fraser Tech Shield. 1. RICHARD LOE* – Fraser Tech 7. STEPHEN BURKHART – 13. PADDY D’ABO – Waharoa-Walton Born: 1960 Waikato caps: 15 Prop Richard Loe was selected by Born: 1960 Waikato caps: 96 Nga¯ruawa¯hia Born: 1966 Waikato caps: 32 (1987-1988) the All Blacks to attend the inaugural (1986-1993) Born: 1961 Waikato caps: 40 (1986-1988) 20. CHRIS HUMBLE – Nga¯ruawa¯hia Rugby World Cup, hosted in New 2. WARREN GATLAND* – Hamilton (1984-1987) 14. WARREN JENNINGS – Hamilton Born: 1961 Waikato caps: 16 Zealand, while Ilaitia Savai played for Old Boys 8. JOHN MITCHELL* – Fraser Tech Old Boys (1986-1988) Fiji. Born: 1963 Waikato caps: 140 Born: 1964 Waikato caps: 136 Born: 1965 Waikato caps: 70 21. JOHN BOE* – Hamilton Old Boys Daryl Halligan, Steve Gordon and (1986-1994) (1985-1994) (1987-1996) Born: 1955 Waikato caps: 136 Duane Monkley were all called on by 3. GRAHAM PURVIS* – Hamilton Old 9. KEVIN PUTT* – Hamilton Old Boys 15. ANDREW STRAWBRIDGE – Ham- (1979-1988) the New Zealand Colts. Boys Born: 1964 Waikato caps: 52 ilton Old Boys 22. RODNEY MCINTOSH – Waikato Rugby Union was Born: 1961 Waikato caps: 148 (1987-1992) Born: 1964 Waikato caps: 133 Nga¯ruawa¯hia founded in 1921. (1984-1997) 10. IAN FOSTER – Te Awamutu Old (1983-1995) Born: 1967 Waikato caps: 51 Previously, from 1909-1921, it had 4. ILAITIA SAVAI* – Hamilton Marist Boys Reserves: (1986-1992) been under the name South Auck- Born: 1960-2015 Waikato caps: 25 Born: 1965 Waikato caps: 148 16. PAUL GALLAGHER – Tokoroa Squad members: Murray Gutry, Hal- land. (1986-1987) (1985-1998) Born: 1963 Waikato caps: 4 (1986-1987) ligan, John Kamphius, Mike McCur- This team was selected based on 5. STEVE GORDON* – Hamilton Old 11. JASIN GOLDSMITH* – Forest View 17. BRIAN MCGRATTAN* – Hamilton ran, Rob McLaren, Jimmy Marriott, most appearances per position Boys High School Marist Brian Mather, Monkley, Semmens, throughout the 1987 campaign. Born: 1967 Waikato caps: 141 Born: 1969 Waikato caps: 24 Born: 1959 Waikato caps: 2 (1987) Andrew Te Whaiti, Bruce Welch.

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SAFE ‘N’ SOUND TWO bedroom unit, PUBLIC NOTICE STORAGE excellent condition, cen- Formal Notices tral location, suit quiet of application for On Licence • Units available now! mature non smoker, no Deaths Acknowledgements In Memoriam SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 • Electric Security Fence pets, available immedi- • Camera surveillance ately, $285 per week. BAXENDINE, HILL, HAWORTH, Fahrenheit Limited, 13 Roche Street, Te Phone 027 6950 248. Phyllis Elaine. Heather (nee Robb). John. Awamutu 3800, Restaurant & Bar has made 027 440 7101 Sadly passed away 23rd Peacefully passed Lesley, Aaron, Brad, application to the Waipa District Licensing or 871 2171 WAREHOUSE/OFFICE January 2021, aged 75 away 24th January, age Kerry and families Committee for the Renewal of an On Licence in safestorage.co.nz SPACE for lease. Phone years. Dearly loved 75. Dearly loved wife of would like to thank respect of the premises situated at 13 Roche 027 4407 101. wife of Dennis for 57 the late Vince. Sister & everyone for their years. Treasured sister-in-law to John kindness shown on the Street, Te Awamutu known as Fahrenheit mother and mother-in- and Shona, Merle and sudden passing of our Restaurant & Bar. Trade Services law of Linda, Paul, Lou, Ian & Jill, loving dearly loved Husband, The general nature of the business to be conducted Mark (deceased), Step Mother to Paul & Dad and Grandad. TELEVIS CUNLIFFE, under the licence is restaurant & bar. FOR ION Christine, and Dave. Kelli, Christine & Your generosity and PAIRS & TUNIN Beloved Nanny of Tom, Franny & Rod, caring with visits, Dawn Mavis Ellen. The days on which, and the hours during which RE G Deanna, Samantha, Bernard & Fiona, food, flowers, cards, In loving memory of alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the elevision Aerial Installations & Extensions Ayden, Lisa, Sascha, Theresa & Pete & messages and Mum, Nana and Great- atellite Dish Installation and Catherine, Great loving aunty and nana donations was much Nana, who passed licence are Tuesday 9am - 1am, Wednesday 9am Since Nanny of Isla-Mae and of many. appreciated. We thank away 28th January - 1am, Thursday 9am - 1am, Friday 9am - 1am, tereo Repairs 1990 Ava. A celebration of of all who attended 2020. Saturday 9am - 1am, Sunday 9am - 1am. John’s service and A Service for Phyllis Heather’s life will be You left us beautiful The application may be inspected during ordinary WESTEND ELECTRONICS 871 5193 will be held at held on Saturday, 30th support during this memories, Alexandra House January at Alexandra difficult time. Your love is still office hours at the office of the Waipa District Chapel, 570 Alexandra House Chapel, 570 our guide, Council, District Licensing Committee at either 101 St, Te Awamutu on Alexandra Street, Te Although we cannot Bank Street, Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street, Friday, 29th January at Awamutu, at 11am, Remember us see you, Cambridge. 11am, followed by followed by a burial at You’re always at burial at the Te Te Awamutu in your Will our side. Any person who is entitled to object and who Awamutu Cemetery. Cemetery. All and leave a Loving you always. wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not All communications communications to For more later than 15 working days after the date of the please to the the Hill family, PO Box legacy of hope information, call Les, Denise, Milton, Baxendine family, PO 137, Te Awamutu 3840. 0800 53 00 00 Trish, Zac, Toni, Kelly publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of and Reid. the objection with the Secretary of the District Box 137, Te Awamutu Te Awamutu Funeral 3840. Services FDANZ Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, Te Awamutu Funeral Funeral Directors Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. Services FDANZ No objection to the issue of a Renewal licence may TE AWAMUTU be made in relation to a matter other than a matter 0800 248 229 SHILTON, specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of William Farmer (Bill). FUNERAL SERVICES Alcohol Act 2012. Passed away on 19th January 2021, aged 80 This is the second publication of this notice. years. Cherished and This notice was first published on Thursday 21 devoted husband of January 2021. CRONJE, Beverley. Loving Casta Jane. father of Michael & It is with great sadness Deanne, Scott & that Casta, aged 65, Heather, and Kim. Alexandra House Chapel passed away late on Grandfather to six and 570 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu Vehicles Wanted Thursday, 14th great grandfather to 871 5131 January 2021 after a six. Well respected Phone NEW BUILDS • EXTENSIONS difficult struggle with brother, uncle, cousin Funeral Directors & Monumental Masons cancer. She is and friend. Known as $$CASH FOR CARS$$ RENOVATIONS • DECKS survived by her loving Poppa Bill and Pa Garth & Lynette Williams DEAD OR ALIVE partner of 28 years and Shilton to many. For compassionate and caring service Caring Funeral Professionals her three grown Contact Wyatt today An honourable man www.teawamutufuneralservices.co.nz Trucks, Cars, Vans, Utes, 4x4’s children. of his word. wanted in any condition 027 463 2596 • [email protected] A private funeral was In lieu of flowers, held for her on donations to Hospice $ TOP CASH $ PAID $ Wednesday, 20th Waikato would be January at Alexandra appreciated and House Chapel, Te maybe sent toPOBox Awamutu. All 325, Waikato Mail communications to Centre, Hamilton 3240. the Cronje family, PO A Service for Bill has Box 137, Te Awamutu been held. All WREN 3840. communications to Honouring your Te Awamutu Funeral the Shilton family, PO Services FDANZ Box 137, Te Awamutu loved ones wishees ROOF 3840. Proudly helping families 0800 333 398 with dignity and sincerity. Te Awamutu Funeral Wanted to Buy COATINGS Services FDANZ We’re there for you 24/7. Firewood or Exchange FIREWOOD for sale, 5m3 07 870 2137 truck load - $200, 10m3 FDANZ 262 Ohaupo Road, $340 truck load - Summer CARAVANS SHILTON, Te Awamutu HENDERSON, William Farmer (Bill). www.rosetown.co.nz Helen Carter specials avail until Jean (nee Milne). February. Delivered to Boats, horse floats, Left this world Te Awamutu. Phone 07 quads, trailers, 1.12.1934 - 24.1.2021 th 19 January 2021. 873 9190 or 021 617 349. outboards, old cars, Grew up Matamata, Church Services shed clearouts, Sadly missed by his motorbikes. any retired resident of brothers Brian, Ken Paterangi. Mum of condition, (deceased) and Ray, For Sale anywhere. Graeme and Sheryle, and sisters Lorraine KIHIKIHI Stuart and Ruth, Alan (deceased) and Phone Steve and Joy. Grandmother Christine. Respected PRESBYTERIAN DRY GUM 027 622 0011 of Cam and Sarah, brother-in-law to FIREWOOD for sale. Free Mike and Zara, Lisa, Carol, Annette, April, CHURCH delivery TA and Cam- Luke, Josh, Lance, Waati Ormsby bridge. $110 p/cube. To Let Sonya, and Travis. (deceased) and Gary CHURCH SERVICES 10am Phone John 021 238 5052. Great grandmother of Derbyshire. Uncle to Sunday, 31st January and Annie plus one,and his many nieces and A1 SELF Ava. Sister of Anne, nephews. Sunday, 7th February wife of Russell. Plants & Gardens Broken Windows, Frameless Showers, Splashbacks, All welcome STORAGE Custom Mirrors, Table Tops, New Glazing, Pet Doors A Celebration of Jean’s Many sizes, good rates, life will be held at PIRONGIA security and seven Alexandra House YOUNIE, Public Notices day access. Chapel, 570 Alexandra Peter David (PY). TOPIARY St, Te Awamutu on Open Fridays10am-4pm Phone 871 3332 Friday, 29th January Passed away suddenly PRODUCE MARKET or 027 493 3187 2021 at 3:30 pm. In lieu on 15th January 2021, 132 Sainsbury Road of flowers, donations aged 80. Son of the late Thursday 2pm - 6pm Pirongia OR phone RURAL two bedroom cot- to Life Education Jim and Joy. A good tage in bush setting-Te friend to many. At Selwyn Park by the Info Centre Susan Ranstead Get rid of those ugly stumps Trust would be 0274 176 379 Pahu area. Attached appreciated and may In accordance with Fresh produce - Tomatoes, carport. No pets, seeking easily! Affordable Stump be left at the service. Peter’s wishes a potatoes strawberries,rasberries, Wanted to Buy long term tenant. $375 Grinding, will remove them, All communications to private service was fresh veges, mushrooms, woodﬁre or Exchange p/wk.Phone 0274 381 945. our tracked machine only the Henderson family, held at Alexandra pizza & much more! PO Box 137, Te House Chapel, WANTED working or non places 4lb per inch weight Awamutu 3840. followed by cremation. Hoops & Scoops onsite working Stihl and THREE bedroom modern Husqvarna chainsaws, house close to town, $500 on the ground so no ugly Te Awamutu Funeral Te Awamutu Funeral Don’t forget your BAG brush cutters, blowers. per week. Email wheel marks on the lawn. Services FDANZ Services FDANZ Ph Richard 022 619 6714. [email protected] CONTACT TERESA 021 624693 Phone 02118527550211852755 for a free quote Trade Services Tree Services Employment Vacancies Employment Vacancies TEE AWAMUTUA LAWN OLIVERS TRUCK & CCOLLEGE Experienced TRAILER tractor MOWING CLEANER TRANSPORT LTD DRIVER REQUIRED drivers QUALIFIEDARBORISTCREW: required OTOROHANGA • Experienced driver wanted for Te Awamutu College Free quotes general bulk cartage duties. requires an experienced * Experience in LIVESTOCK TRUCK DRIVER • Must hold Class 5 licence. cleaner for cropping and WANTED agricultural Phone Steve • Preferably spreading experience. 2 hours per night. contracting 021 747 225 Truck and trailer. 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PAK’nSAVE Mill Street These two roles will work collaboratively and therefore, , in Hamilton requires an 0508 465 373 . experienced 2 Full time Butcher who has the there will be some fl exibility around work days required. • Farm Services You will need to be a team player, confi dent communicator, ability to fit into our team environment.We are and an excellent self manager. Along with being able to cus omers. growing and need a motivated Butcher to join our demonstrate our Learner Competencies, we also require awesome crew. FEED you to exhibit our Korakonui values of Respect, , , Integrity and Excellence. . The successful applicant will have the following Job description is on our website - • ese are ac ve, ver s ca o sw c attributes: PAD www.korakonui.school.nz Non-slip, concrete . • Qualified Butcher • scabbling. If either of the above positions is you, please send • Previous work experience in foodstuffs store in your Expression of Interest - clearly stating which will be an advantage Forsman Building position you are interested in, CV and covering letter to • Meet food safety and health & safety 0274 727 824 The Principal, Korakonui School ~ . standards [email protected] • Must be eligible to work in New Zealand Applications close Friday 5th February , . Gardening & . Landscaping The role is full time. . Email your C.V.to [email protected] or GARDENING call me on 0211972642 to discuss further. Quality, experienced , gardening - Hedges, roses, For the right candidate, assistance for relocation or general weeding. will be an option as well. Need a hand Let us help! Regular maintenance Growing Spectrum Ltd. or a clean up. 103 Lyon Street, Kihikihi. CallCall TessTess 0 02727 238238 25172517 For more information phone Grant 872872 2 2853853 A A/hrs/hrs on 07-871-6166 or email 4 CASUAL ASSISTANT PLANT 1AA [email protected] ELECTRICIAN Thank you for your support Te Awamutu Mylchreest Electrical is a family owned OPERATORS Applications close on 6th February. Electrical Business based in Te Awamutu New Zealand maize grain harvest We have a full time, permanent vacancy (Approximately March – July) for a qualified / NZ Registered Electrician with preferably 2-3 years’ experience The Professional Arborists Glencore Agriculture New Zealand is currently seeking applications in Rural and Domestic sectors. Chipping, Felling, from individuals who wish to work during the maize grain harvest at Maintenance, Pruning, our Te Awamutu location. Dependent on seasonal conditions, harvest Successful applicant will: Removals, Stump Grinding, jobs will be available from approximately March – July 2020. 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Experience/knowledge in pump and Dennis Clements motor control work an advantage. 871 5221 Your duties may include: • Be a reliable, trustworthy person who 027 485 1501 takes pride in their work and a “can @TotaltreecareWaikato do” attitude www.totaltreecare.co.nz • Weighbridge operations (Inward and Outward Bulk deliveries) [email protected] • Grain quality testing • Excellent problem solving skills and • General grain plant duties can follow Instructions Health • Forklift operations • Able to work alone or with a team • Be motivated and focused with A pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing is also WAIPAWAIPA attention to detail IN-STEPIN-STEP required. • Have good communication skills Podiatry Services WEATHER both written and verbal (ability to OPEN LIZ CLARKE How to apply accurately complete paperwork, SAT ffor professional recording all gear and time keeping) qualified care For week ending 29 January 2021 Please submit applications to [email protected] • Current NZ Drivers Licence/ No (Child Specialist) Min C° Max C° Rain/mls criminal convictions 414 Cambridge Rd For more information regarding casual harvest employment please contact Commercial Manager, Sharyn Ransley on 07 871 5025 or 027 Te Awamutu Pirongia 9.2 29.4 433 0639 15.9 If this sounds like you, please send 870870 4080 Pokuru - - - your CV with a coverletter to - Thursday 2 February 28.1 [email protected] Property & Home Applications close Pukeatua 8.1 8.0 Te Awamutu 9.2 29.4 18.9 Maintenance Glencore Agriculture New Zealand is an equal opportunity employer COMMERCIAL and and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all domestic cleaning. 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