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Rural sales specialist Noldy Rust 027 255 3047 | rwteawamutu.co.nz Thursday, May 27, 2021 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008 BRIEFLY Centre gets behind Ohaupo Rd crash Police confirmed that a truck driver died yesterday after the truck and a car collided on Ohaupo Road just before 1pm. The crash occured between cystic fibrosis month Te Rahu Rd and Greenhill Dr and a number of traffic diversions were in place. Large plumes of black smoke could be seen billowing from the Blue bubble day scene. Fire, police and St John were at the scene. supports preschooler House name hui The deadline for submissions Caitlan Johnston for the change of the four Te Awamutu College house childcare centre has really names has been extended to showed their support for Friday, June 11. A hui is being one of their pupils who has held at O-Ta¯whao Marae on cystic fibrosis. Thursday, June 3 at 7.30pm to AImpressions Childcare Centre in provide an opportunity for Pirongia has only just welcomed people to talk and freely Noah Crawford who is 3 years old discuss the proposal. now but at just 6 weeks old was Everyone is welcome. diagnosed with the disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system. Challenges for 2021 Noah is the only and first child at Returning to Te Awamutu the childcare centre to attend who Continuing Education next has the disorder. Wednesday, by popular “We felt really lucky that here is demand, is Professor Al the first place he’s been without his Gillespie. His topic will be mum but none of us knew anything Challenges for NZ in 2021. about it (cystic fibrosis),” says Everyone is welcome, see Impressions Childcare Centre mana- public notice for more details ger Susan Mconie. or contact Mike, 870 3223. Last Thursday, to coincide with Cystic Fibrosis Awareness month, the childcare centre hosted a blue bubble Change of hours day to raise funds and awareness. The opening hours for the Kihikihi Police House and It’s really awesome Temple Cottage open days have changed. The new hours support, I feel like we are 11am to 2pm on the first definitely chose the right Sunday of each month and between 1pm and 3pm on the daycare. third Wednesday of each month. Michelle Crawford

Clothing Swap a week away There was a bake sale and as The Clothing Swap is in the Te parents arrived to pick up their chil- Awamutu Baptist Church Hall dren they were invited to purchase next Thursday from 7-9pm treats for a donation. and everyone is welcome. Staff and children were also If you have last minute items dressed up in blue. Noah was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when he was 6 weeks old. Photo / Caitlan Johnston to donate, drop them to the From the day they managed to church office Monday – raise $420.80 for the Cystic Fibrosis cystic fibrosis. But after all, it turned out that both Michelle says life for Noah at the Thursday between 9am and New Zealand organisation. This still came as a surprise to them of them had a copy of the gene and moment is fairly similar to all 3-year- 2pm. For more information Noah’s parents Michelle and Brad though as to their knowledge, there were carriers, meaning that there was olds. phone 022 101 2153. had received an indication that he was no known history of the disorder a one in four chance that they would may be a carrier or have CF from on either side of the family. have a child with cystic fibrosis. continued on A5

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Circulated free to over 14,000 homes in Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. Rural tour and e-waste collection CIRCULATION 14,180* Ange Holt dangerous section of the road and Cambridge Rotary are going to be holding Te Awamutu Community Board chair highlighted, including better a monthly E-Waste Collection run under the PHONE: 07 871 5151 management of speed, a umbrella of “Urban Miners”. POSTAL ADDRESS: wo items on the Te Awamutu potentially huge wattle infestation E-Waste, being any item that operates on 97 Sloane Street, PO Box 1, Community Board Strategic Plan are on the foot of Kakepuku Maunga a battery or electricity up to the size of a underway, with the Rural Tour that along with the upkeep of the track, microwave oven will be accepted. There will be Te Awamutu 3840 provides an opportunity for our rural cleaning up the Mangapiko a modest fee charged for items. More OFFICE HOURS: T community to discuss any local issues; and the Stream from town out to Te Rahu information is available at the Urban Miners Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm upcoming E-Waste Collection that is going to road and the possibility of a track alongside. Cambridge facebook page. Closed Public Holidays be managed by the Te Awamutu and A few compliance issues were also raised Get your E-Waste together and bring it Cambridge Rotary Clubs. such as the close location of a waste/effluent down to the Bunnings carpark this Sunday, DELIVERY QUERIES: 0800 111 200 Te Awamutu Community Board kicked off the pond to a drinking water well and how a property May 30 between 9am and 11am. We look EDITORIAL first leg of their Rural Tour last weekend, visiting owner is deemed rural while his dog is urban! forward to seeing you. Te Rahu, Po¯kuru, Puahue and Rangiaowhia All issues raised will be taken back to Council Dean Taylor (Editor) Your Community Board Contacts are: Ange Halls to hear what the rural community had to either directly or via a Community Board Holt — 027 439 5744 angela.holt@waipadc. Ext: 67705 0274 819951 say. Meeting and the respective parties contacted govt.nz Richard Hurrell — 027 458 8164 [email protected] Community Board members Ange Holt, Gary to advise of outcomes. [email protected] Jill Taylor — Caitlan Johnston Ext: 67710 Derbyshire, Richard Hurrell and Kane The second leg of the Te Awamutu 027 415 4908 [email protected] Kane Titchener, our Councillors Lou Brown and Community Board Rural Tour takes placeon [email protected] Titchener — 022 637 8003 kane. Susan O’Regan and Waikato Regional Saturday, May 27. We look forward to Jesse Wood Ext: 67713 [email protected] Gary Derbyshire Councillors Stuart Kneebone and Andrew meeting with the respective communities at [email protected] — 021 149 4371 gary.derbyshire@waipadc. MacPherson were in attendance. the Parawera Hall (10am), Wharepapa South SPORT govt.nz Susan O’Regan — 027 222 7784 Despite the fact that the flyers to RD1 & 2 Hall (11.30am) and Pukeatua Hall (1.00pm) [email protected] Lou Brown — [email protected] were not delivered in time, the visit proved to hear what they have to say. 027 391 8620 [email protected] ADVERTISING successful with a number of very positive Te Awamutu Community Board is extremely Leon Green 027 2393864 comments from the locals who attended. supportive of initiatives to reduce waste and are Our next Community Board Meeting will be The main points were: an update regarding delighted to promote and support the Tuesday, June 8 at 6pm. We welcome you to [email protected] the upgrade of the hall project at Puahue, a replacement for the E-Waste Day. Te Awamutu participate in the public forum or simply attend. [email protected] CLASSIFIEDS Tania King Ext: 67708 [email protected] We welcome letters - preferably via email. Waipa¯District Council seek local tradies They should be under 300 words and must have the sender’s name, address Waipa¯ District Council is urging local trade if the job is urgent. Council will run breakfast events to give and phone number. No pseudonyms businesses to join their trade services panel “We’re looking for all sorts of trades including interested trade businesses the opportunity to are accepted and names will only be which would see them eligible to pick up electrical, carpentry, fencing, painters and glaz- hear about the panel, look at the application withheld in special circumstances at the council work. ing. The type of work on offer is varied, so this process, and ask questions. discretion of the editor. Letters are not Once established, the panel will include trade is relevant to both sole traders and larger The first of these was held this morning at usually acknowledged and may be edited, businesses that have gone through the procure- businesses,” said Adele. Mitre 10 Te Awamutu, there is another at Mitre abridged or discarded. ment process, having agreed with council re- To be eligible to apply, businesses need to 10 Cambridge on June 11. sponse times, rates and callout fees. service the Waipa¯district and be able to re- We’re online at Procurement adviser Adele Bird said the spond to urgent requests. To register or for more information visit nzmecommunitynews.pressreader.com main advantages of having a panel are greater Last financial year council spent about $3 waipadc.govt.nz/workingwithcouncil. clarity around costs and timelines. million on trade work which will be undertaken i Applications for council’s trade services “This helps us manage jobs better, especially by businesses on the panel. panel close on June 25. ISSN 1170-1099 (Print) ISSN 2253-4975 (Online) *Print run as 01/04/2021 YOUR PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS SPECIALISTS

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n eye for detail and a White. “Thanks to our clients and proven record of success team for your continued support and have won Coresteel Wai- stamina in a very busy economic kato Sales Team of the Year environment.” atA the annual national Coresteel John, Gary and Trina have made Buildings Conference, held over May a solid name for themselves as a one- 4-5 in Napier. stop shop for building construction in The award was received by John the Waikato area. Morrow and Gary and Trina White Since joining the network, who have been running the business Coresteel Waikato has undertaken a together for over a decade. wide range of commercial and indus- “Coresteel Waikato exemplifies the trial buildings as well as numerous term sales professionals. With slick residential projects around the region sales processes and customer follow for clients and community-based up, you can see why they have the organisations alike. best quote success rate in the busi- Coresteel Buildings specialise in ness,” says Simon Archer, Coresteel the design, manufacture and con- Buildings commerciaL manager. struction of large scale steel buildings In addition to winning the Sales in the commercial and industrial mar- Team of the Year, Coresteel Waikato ket. Unlike other competitors, also received the sought after Re- Coresteel isn’t confined to set sizes gional Marketing award. These due to two innovative building sys- awards only strengthen the fran- tems — the patented Bracketless chise’s long history of achievements Portal System and Tapered Box with the team having won awards at Beam. every Coresteel conference for the Coresteel is 100 per cent New past several years. Zealand owned and operated, with “Coresteel Waikato are extremely over 25 locally-owned franchises proud to be acknowledged for the located across the country. work we do as the Waikato regional franchise, building brand awareness For more information on in our communities has led to our Coresteel Waikato, head to marketing award, and sales team of i coresteel.co.nz/franchise/ the year award for 2020,” says Trina waikato Waikato Coresteel’s Gary White. Photo / Simon Cartwright St John’s op shop wins window contest

St John’s Opportunity Shop has won schools, workplaces, communities the Violence Free Waipa Paint the and wha¯nau where everyone feels Town Pink competition with their safe, valued and respected. window display. New Zealand has the second high- Local businesses in Te Awamutu est rate of bullying in the world which and Cambridge were tasked to create leads to increased suicide rates. a window display in support of Pink The winning window was created Shirt Day. by Gail Corboy and ironically her Pink Shirt Day works to create process required her decapitating child mannequins, replacing with them with the heads of soft toy heads, creating a tea party. “She is very creative,” says colleague Jan Hoskin. St John’s Opportunity Shop won the They won a bottle of Perrie-Joue¨t window display competition, Champagne and some chocolates. pictured is Gail Corboy (left) and Jan Maggie May came in second place Hoskin. Photo / Caitlan Johnston for their window display. Your chance to create change.

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Te Awamutu Police attended the following matters last week:

They attended 14 family-harm related incidents. A male’s car was impounded after they were They attended one mental-health related in- found to be driving while disqualified. cident. Three youths were acting in a disorderly A Te Awamutu College student was assaulted manner on Alexandra Street. by other students at school. A drunk female was found lying on a footpath A search warrant was carried out at a property clawing at the concrete, she was taken through on O¯ torohanga Road in relation to an assault. to Waikato Hospital. A four-day police safety order was issued A group of teenagers were acting in a dis- following a family-harm related incident. orderly manner on Herbert Street. A smoke alarm was activated at an unoccu- A male was processed for drink driving, they pied house on Alexandra Street. blew 519. A drunk and drugged male was acting errati- Numerous reports were received regarding an cally on Alexandra Street. orange Ford Falcon driving around town with no A female was summoned to court for driving number plates. while disqualified. A silver BMW was doing skids on a field at A small amount of ammunition was located a local school. following a search warrant. Burglary and theft: A black Mazda Atenza was Someone’s credit card was used without their stolen from a property on Pa¯terangi Road, it was knowledge. later located on Mutu Street. A female was caught A road rage incident was reported. shoplifting from The Warehouse. An air com- A male was trespassed from Pak’n Save. pressor was stolen from a property on Fairview A male was issued an alcohol infringement Road. Three burglars were disturbed at an notice for breaching a liquor ban. address on Rickit Road when the occupant Reports were received about a vehicle doing arrived home after a night out. A galvanised trailer burnouts and speeding down Coulter Road. with a cage was stolen from a property on O¯ haupo¯ Drunk males were fighting on Arawata Street. Road. A gun was pulled on a man at the carpark Arrests: A male was arrested for assault with of Lake Te Koo Utu in Cambridge, his vehicle intent to injure. A male was arrested for burglary. and motorbike which was is the back was stolen. A male was arrested for assault after a fight with The vehicle has since been located and a person their brother. A male was arrested for breaching has been arrested for receiving the vehicle. a police safety order. A male was arrested for A patron was trespassed after refusing to assault. A male was arrested on a warrant for leave a cafe. arrest. Te Awamutu Police ∼ 872 0100 Victim Support ∼ 0800 VICTIM Crimestoppers ∼ 0800 555111 Urgent traffic (cell only) ∼ *555 Non emergency ∼ 105 Emergency ∼ 111 This newspaper is subject to NZ Media Council procedures. A complaint must ﬁ rst be directed in writing, within one month of publication, to [email protected]. Dementia and moving If not satisﬁ ed with the response, the complaint may be referred to the Media Council PO Box 10-879, The Terrace, Wellington 6143. Or use the online complaint form at www.mediacouncil.org.nz. Please include copies into a care home of the article and all correspondence with the publication.

Tom Slater your energy levels and feel more relaxed. Dementia advisor Dementia Waikato 2. Work with the facility staff to ease the transition process, your role is important to the team caring Everyone’s dementia journey is unique and every for your family member. care partner supporting them has their own 3. Expect a period of transition for both parties We deliver warmth to limitations. Never compare yourself to other and remember this may be a challenging time people, rather focus on your own abilities and for you both. limitations. 4. There is no right number of times to visit or Not everyone who lives with dementia will end how long to stay. Some may visit frequently while your home up in a care facility and even fewer will need others may need to take time to rest and look dementia level care. But, if your journey does after their own health needs. head down this route, then here is some The weeks after the move: information that you may find useful. 1. Be prepared for ‘bad days- your family member Before moving: may make negative comments. Be patient, listen 1. Avoid telling the person they ‘need more care’. and validate their feelings. Avoid dismissing a 2. Avoid telling them they are moving into a comment or attempting to reason it away. residential care centre in advance — can cause 2. Remain positive with an ‘upbeat attitude’. anticipatory anxiety. 3. Use the power of music- music has been shown 3. Avoid involving the person in planning or to decrease stress and anxiety. packing for the move into residential care — this 4. Use comfort foods- bring a favourite food item can be overwhelming. from home, stay for meals if discussed with staff. 4. Before bringing them into the facility, try to 5. Give the person time to settle into their new make their room homely and simple. (Familiar home before taking them on an outing. bed cover, small photos, TV, radio). It is normal to feel a range of emotions during 5. Label all clothing and personal items, including this time. It helps to talk with family, friends or dentures. You can have these engraved. maybe even a health professional. The day after moving: Try to take things easy until you feel your 1. The facility may suggest a settling in period. energy level has risen. Make a routine for your (no or little visitors) 2-3 weeks usually, where they day which may assist with the early months. can get the person settled into a routine. Please Encourage friends to visit for a chat or to ring do not be offended by this. This time can also you regularly. Build a new life for yourself which provide you with some much-needed rest to boost may include visits to the home. Centre gets behind cystic fibrosis month

continued from A1 helps you process your food, in particular fat LPG delivered to your door and protein. So he needs to take medication “He just has extra treatments that he does in when he eats fat and protein that will allow him the morning and at night to basically keep him to process the food,” says Michelle. as healthy as we can,” says Michelle. At first there was a little bit of concern for 0800 234 548 He also has to take medication whenever he Noah to start daycare; it meant that teachers eats. were going to be administering his enzymes Most people’s mucus is thin and slimy but with his food. Noah’s is thick and slimy so his treatments help But after a visit to the daycare by Noah’s to keep his mucus moving. specialist nurse, the teachers making an effort And while some people might think of mucus to learn about the disorder and hosting the blue just being in the lungs, it actually is found bubble day concerns diminished. everywhere in the body, says Michelle. “It’s really awesome support, I feel like we “The other main area that affects him is his definitely chose the right daycare,” says food, there’s mucus in your pancreas which Michelle. 6 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, May 27, 2021 Thursday, May 27, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 7 Waikeria field day What’s On deemed a success for June Prison dairy farm helping inmates turn lives around Dean Taylor Te Awamutu Events Guide as notified to the Te Awamutu Visitor i-Site field day at Waikeria Centre. Prison’s dairy farms has ■ 1 Te Awamutu Rose Society Meeting, been deemed a success Birchell Pavilion, 7pm. All members and by organisers and sup- those keen to join our group welcome. Aport agencies. During the lunch break, provided by Vetora, Release to Work broker John Guest speaker and supper. Contact Waikeria Prison manager indus- Siemelink (pictured) and Probation recruitment consultant Mathew Williams spoke Diana Jones, 0275 746505. tries Stu Morgan says corrections about their roles finding placements for industry trainee inmates. ■ 5 Te Awamutu Country Variety Club, staff worked with Primary ITO and Bible Chapel. 12.30-4.30 pm. Dairy NZ to showcase the systems Waikeria Prison Farm Field day ■ 8 and 22 Kihikihi Ukulele Club, being utilised by the working dairy visitors and trainee inmates learn Anglican Church Hall, Kihikihi. Doors farms and the industry training about some of the environmental open 6.30pm, playing starts 7pm. Players opportunities being given to work the farm has undergone. of all skill levels welcome to join in the fun. prisoners, to visiting dairy farmers. $5 per session Contact Angela, 870 He says the prison farm is the 2649. largest industry at Waikeria Prison ■ 9 and 27 Ponderosa Country Music and, with the help of Primary ITO, Waikeria Prison manager industries Stu Morgan (right) addresses Club, Te Rahu Hall 12.30-4.30pm. provides industry training oppor- attendees at the Dairy Field Day. To his immediate right are Steve instance often return quickly on Contact, 871 3129. tunities and a chance for prisoners Canton, senior consulting officer DairyNZ, and Waikeria Prison release and that potential is not ■ 13 Pirongia Country Music Club, to gain industry standard principal farm instructor Dave Lea. Photos / Dean Taylor realised. Nga¯hinapo¯uri from 12.30-4.30pm. qualifications. “Our job is to inspire change and Contact, 0274 802 552. “We invited dairy farmers to the some will consider this option.” “They have to pass an advisory This problem is often pleased to partner with Waikeria The passion Peter and David is a conscious effort to lead the way give them hope for something bet- ■ 17 Arts on Tour NZ and Backstage prison so we could demystify what “Overall we were pleased with panel process, where each appli- compounded by the fact that Prison to offer a training and had for both the Waikeria dairy in environmentally sustainable ter.” Pass present Dr Ian Chapman and the happens in the prison and show the response form the farmers,” he cation is assessed before anyone many prisoners have other pro- qualifications network for farming operations and the train- dairy farming practices. Cosmic Jive Trio — David Bowie & the Art that we can help fill a market need said. is approved.” grammes they have to undertake prisoners. ing provided for prisoners was Waikeria Prison Dairy Farm re- of Being Different. Te Awamutu College for trained and qualified dairy Guest speaker was Ben Purua — The aim is for the men to under- and complete first as part of their His team’s challenge was to evident throughout the day. evaluated its position a few years Postscript: Hall, 7.30pm. Tickets eventfinda and workers,” he said. a former prisoner for man- take Level 2 Agricultural General sentence conditions. tailor the training to meet the un- Stu said the principal instructors ago and adopted a low- stock-rate, On June 4 Ben Purua will release i-Site centre. “Our hope is that some of the slaughter. Skills through Primary ITO, with a “The Level 2 programme usual needs of the clients, while had been identified for the posi- low-input system — as well as his self-made documentary ANew ■ 18 Te Awamutu 60’s Up, Meet at the farmers would think about provid- He said working on the prison focus on the dairy farming thread. requires eight to 12 months to ensuring that training met the tions because of their agricultural fencing off and looking after the Ma¯ori For a New Era. Waipa Workingmens Club, 10.30am. ing employment for some of our farm was the catalyst that allowed A hindrance to the training is the complete, so for some they achieve standards set by the industry. skills and desire to work in the health of all its waterways. Ben says the documentary tells his Contact, 871 4097. men, either through the Release to him to turn his life as a gangster uncertain time the men have to some of the standards, but at least Simon said Primary ITO was rehabilitation and reintegration They hope the passion for farm- key messages on how he turned ■ 20 Te Awamutu Country Music Club, Work programme for serving around. complete the course. they have some qualifications on involved with all prisons in New space. ing and qualifications on offer will his life around from gangster to a Methodist Hall, 1-4.30pm. Contact, 871 prisoners or for released prisoners Stu said the men engaged in the However, the dairy team takes release.” Zealand, but only Waikeria and “Their passion for the work at see more prisoners joining the in- family man with a wife and 2799. seeking employment.” Outside the Wire (OTW) work and the challenges on board and has “For many of the men it is the Otago offered dairy industry train- the prison is good for the outcome dustry on release and turning their children and an awarded farmer ■ 27 Thank you for the Music by Stu said the visiting farmers training on the dairy farms had to worked with Primary ITO to tailor first time they have ever had a job, ing. of the programme,” he said. lives around, in the manner of Ben. with big goals for the future, Rosetown Choristers, St John’s Anglican showed they were engaged and meet strict conditions. the best outcomes possible. or ever studied for a qualification.” Also helping host the field day Part of the success is also down Stu said in prison, the inmates including helping others break the Church, 12pm. $15.00 per person positive about the opportunities. “Usually they are recom- Stu says by the time men are Primary ITO national manager were Corrections principal farm to the leadership role being taken are isolated from their normal offending cycle. Primary ITO national manager primary (Under16 free if accompanied by an “We handed out a good number mended by their case manager if considered suitable for OTW and primary services Simon Croom instructors Peter Watson and by Waikeria Prison Farm. groups and peers and often show The documentary will be services Simon Croom speaking about their adult). of contact cards for the Release to they show the right attributes and unit standards study, they might be was also a speaker at the event. David Lea, as well as farm instruc- Winners of a 2019 Balance Farm potential — but those distractions available on Facebook, You Tube tailored training programme for inmates at Work programme and are hopeful attitudes,” he said. nearing the end of their sentences. He said his organisation was tor Brent Hill. Environment Award, Stu said there that were their downfall in the first and other social media. Waikeria Farm Field Day.

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Apiculture conference focuses on healthy bees, growing a healthy industry

undreds of beekeepers, and to bees. others from the apiculture Issues affecting the health of the industry, will gather in industry will also be discussed with HRotorua this June, for the sessions on the changing global first time in two years, to discuss honey market, beekeeping through pressing issues facing their industry financial tough times and using and to find the country’s best honey. science to find the next big New Apiculture New Zealand’s annual Zealand honey, are just some of the conference and trade exhibition topics on offer. returns to the Rotorua Energy A highlight of Conference is the Events Centre from Thursday to National Honey Competition where Saturday, June 24-26, with the theme honey producers from across the ‘Healthy Bees, Healthy Industry, country vie for medals across a Healthy Future’. range of categories. Apiculture New Zealand chief Karin says beekeepers are executive Karin Kos says already preparing honey, and other beekeepers are looking forward to bee-related produce, for this event. reconnecting and discussing some of “The competition is a chance to the big issues facing their industry, show off the hard work of their bees especially after last year’s event was Karin Kos. and to taste what other people have cancelled due to Covid restrictions. been doing,” she says. “Beekeeping can be a relatively Conference will feature “It is extremely popular with solitary profession, so people look presentations on some of the big delegates and very highly forward to coming together, issues in bee health including how contested.” learning about the latest bee science climate change is impacting plant Successes in innovation, and industry developments, and pollinator interactions, sustainability, research and catching up with their mates, as well advancements in varroa photography in the apiculture as putting their honey to the test,” management and the use of science industry will also be celebrated at she says. innovations in dealing with threats Conference. Alliance Group distributes almost $6 million

Almost $6 million has been support to help their farm business kg for deer supplied. distributed to loyal shareholders in thrive. Every cent we earn is either “Our pricing is based on building Alliance Group, New Zealand’s only delivered back to our shareholders genuine and dependable long-term 100 per cent farmer-owned red meat or reinvested back into our farmer- value and our shareholder co-operative. owned co-operative. programmes are designed to reflect The quarterly payments have “Global shipping challenges and this and reward loyalty,” says been made to Platinum and Gold extreme dry conditions have meant David. shareholders who supply 100 per this year has been a challenging one “Platinum and Gold For the latest in cent of their livestock to the for many farmers. To return this shareholders receive a host of other company. money to our loyal shareholders at benefits including priority “As a co-operative, the interests this time is very rewarding.” processing, particularly important rural news. of our farmers come first,” says Under the Alliance Shareholder during challenging times such as David Surveyor, Alliance Group Programme, Platinum and Gold droughts, and prioritised access to chief executive. status shareholders are paid an minimum price contracts. “We’re committed to ensuring the additional 10 cents per kilogram for “They can also take advantage thecountry.co.nz best possible returns for all our each lamb, six cents/kg for a sheep, of our free store stock facilitation farmers and providing them with 8.5 cents/kg for cattle and 10 cents/ service.”

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Wool groups establish new national standard

new NZ National Standard Membership of the NZFAP means for Wool has been that all wool companies that sign up established under the New will immediately have access to AZealand Farm Assurance Farm Assured wool from these 6500 Programme (NZFAP) with 15 new properties. For farmers there is no wool companies signing up to the change as the wool standards are programme. already included in the NZFAP The NZFAP provides assurances audits. to customers and consumers about New Zealand Farm Assurance the integrity, traceability, Incorporated (NZFAI), which owns biosecurity, food safety, the NZFAP, and the National Council environmental sustainability and of New Zealand Wool Interests animal health and welfare of New (NCNZWI), have signed a Zealand’s primary sector products. Memorandum of Understanding, National Council of New The fifteen wool companies are which has paved the way for Zealand Wool Interests joining the 17 red meat processors, membership. chairman Craig Smith. one other wool company, a sheep Nick Beeby, chairman of NZFAI, milk company, Beef + Lamb NZ (B said extending the NZFAP +LNZ) and Deer Industry NZ (DINZ) certification to wool companies establish a complementary National assurances we need around land that more will follow. already in the programme. galvanises the primary industry Standard for wool. management, origin, traceability, “The wool sector has been under- The collaboration enables the collaborative power into a single and The development of a unified New animal health and welfare and gives performing in what has been a wool industry members to adopt the robust New Zealand assurance Zealand wool assurance standard us the ability to work with the red challenging consumer market, but NZFAP as a NZ National Standard story. will support increased meat sector to make this happen. this move creates a unique and for wool. There are currently around Craig Smith, chairman of the differentiation and demand for New Initially, we have 15 of the largest compelling value proposition for 8000 NZFAP-certified sheep, beef, NCNZWI, said it was a great Zealand wool in the global wool companies across key points in New Zealand wool by leveraging on and deer farmers, with about 6500 opportunity for the wool industry to marketplace. the supply chain signed up to the the provenance and world-leading farming sheep. leverage off this foundation and “This provides the value-chain programme with the expectation practices that occur here.” New scholarships to encourage more people into forestry

Te Uru Ra¯kau — New Zealand Forest workforce as it undergoes business planning, forest health and “This scholarship will benefit not Zealand Forest Service.” Service has announced three new transformation. management, supply chain and only the recipients, but their iwi and The new diploma scholarships Nga¯ Karahipi Uru Ra¯kau — Forestry “We are proud to partner with Toi harvesting, and operations wider communities. complement the existing Bachelor Scholarships being offered through Ohomai to offer the new management. “There are clear pathways from of Forestry Science and Bachelor of Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology scholarships for those enrolling in a Toi Ohomai Institute of entry level forestry study through to Forest Engineering degrees offered in the Bay of Plenty starting 2022. Diploma in Forest Management. Technology Faculty Dean of primary New Zealand Certificates in Forest through the University of The scholarships will encourage “This is a way of opening the door industries, trades and Harvesting operations. Canterbury since the establishment more women and Ma¯ori into a career to a career in forestry, and also infrastructure, Brian Dillon, says the “Several of these graduates of the scholarship programme in in forestry and wood processing. create more opportunities for institute is excited to partner with continue on to study the Diploma. 2018. “Forestry and wood processing women and Ma¯ori. Te Uru Ra¯kau — New Zealand Forest “We are the only provider in New Applications for all scholarships plays a key role in supporting New “By increasing diversity in Service to offer these scholarships to Zealand to offer the Diploma in open June 1 to August 15. Zealand’s economic future and higher-level study through the new students. Forest Management. Those with a strong interest in response to climate change,” says Toi Ohomai scholarships, we help “We know the forestry workforce “We are excited to see the forestry, strong community Debbie Ward, director business and ensure the forestry and wood is an ageing one and there is a focus prospective scholarship students involvement, and who are spatial intelligence, Te Uru Ra¯kau — processing sector better reflect the to attract the next generation,” says and look forward to their journey committed to a career in the sector New Zealand Forest Service. diversity in our local communities.” Brian. with us and Te Uru Ra¯kau — New are invited to apply. “Our scholarship programme The diploma course covers a “We are seeing more interest provides a pathway to ensure more range of topics to prepare students from local Ma¯ori who, once qualified, For more information visit www.mpi.govt.nz/forestryscholarships, qualified and skilled people join our for management roles, including can go on to manage their iwi land. i email [email protected] or phone 0800 00 83 33.

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Chiefs players Nathan Harris (left), Angus Ta’avao and Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi visited Pirongia School for a training session followed by a Q&A. Photos / Jesse Wood Rylan wins competition to bring his heroes to Pirongia

ylan Hodge of Room 13 at Pirongia School won Wai- tomo’s Facebook competition to have some of the RGallagher Chiefs rugby players visit his school last Friday. Some of the rugby-mad kids got the opportunity to have a training session with Angus Ta’avao, Nathan Harris and Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi — all of whom have represented the All Young fans take the opportunity to have a photo with the Chiefs players. Blacks. Parents came down to enjoy the action, as did local pre-school kids. Pink Shirt Day fell on Friday to show opposition to bullying so some kids wore pink, others wore red, yellow and black to welcome the Q&A session. Chiefs. During the Q&A we discovered The event was sponsored and Te Awamutu Courier reporter Jesse that Angus can eat 10 Weet-Bix while organised by the Waitomo Group Wood captured the excitement on Nathan is a keen fisherman. who were also there on the day. the Pirongia School field. Chiefs training session with Pirongia School kids. Chiefs sidestep students On Friday, May 21, a mix of Year 9-13 watched the Chiefs as they ran a students from Te Awamutu College training session at the Chiefs HQ on learnt how to sidestep with the Dojo Field in Ruakura. Gallagher Chiefs. The community event was Students got to train with com- sponsored by FujiFilm Business Inno- munity rugby coaches and then vation New Zealand. Callum Hall and Mitch Zeuren with Chiefs prop Joe Apikotoa.

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RUGBY Martin closed the gap to four Justin Miezenbeek points in the 16th minute and after a wild opening, the game found itself ndefeated Fraser Tech rode balancing out, Sports in control in the the back of a 20-minute, forwards, Tech looking dangerous in 38-point blitz to open the the backs. second half to score an Sports built pressure again on the oddlyU flattering 59-15 victory, leaving hosts’ line and were rewarded when Te Awamutu Sports wondering what Lestro was the man on the end of an hit them after the halftime break. overlap down the left flank to take Te Awamutu Sports lock Tony Bennett gained his third man of the match in as many weeks. Photos / Justin Miezenbeek Hooker Brad Van der Heyden and their first lead at 15-14. No 8 Maximus Lestro scored tries for In a cruel turn of events though, incredible run of form, with his third Tech opened the scoring in the first Sports, while pivot Dillon Martin Tech would score on the halftime man of the match performance in a minute when they charged down a pocketed a conversion and a penalty siren to take the lead back 21-15 at the row, again controlling the lineouts, clearing kick from the opening kick- goal in a game where Sports spent break, Sports looking good after their reliable on his own and a thorn in his off before Bennett answered in the periods of play on par, even in con- early hole. opponents. 21st minute for a 7-3 scoreline. trol, but conceded points in bunches The second half, however, turned Prop Mitch Gardiner was at the Two more first-half tries to Tech and couldn’t contain the electric into an exhibition of scintillating back forefront of a powerful scrum while gave them a 17-3 lead heading into backline the hosts possessed. play, and after conceding a try midfielder Tairoa Crean threw his the break. Tech showed their intentions straight after the half and down 28-15, body into the teeth of the strong Tech Tech stretched their lead early in early, scoring in the opening pos- Sports spent the next 12 minutes Backline. the second half, and as Sports got session when they took the kick-off chasing ghosts. MVP Points: 3 Tony Bennett, 2 more desperate, they pushed harder, and caught Sports short down the left The Tech backs found space Mitch Gardiner, 1 Tairoa Crean leading to more handling mistakes flank, then caught them short down everywhere. When Sports spread, TA Sports Development suffered a and, despite some long-range breaks the right. they found gaps in the middle, when heavy defeat to Fraser Tech B. from the likes of Maoilir Hansen and Sports had no answer for the speed Sports squeezed up, they found space Te Awamutu Sports Development A depleted Te Awamutu Sports Ishmail Shabazz, they couldn’t string and width of their play. Three out wide and before Te Awamutu player Vavao Afemai. Development side hung close with the final pass and found themselves minutes gone and Sports were staring could stop the bleeding, their evenly Fraser Tech B, but wilted in the short. down the barrel at 0-14. poised halftime score had turned into was over, and despite throwing all second half, turning a 17-3 halftime As the game ticked into the last But from there the Te Awamutu a blowout with 20 minutes still to they had at the line in the closing deficit into a 36-3 loss. quarter, Tech had opened up a 36-3 pack took control, dominating the set play. stages, couldn’t pull some respect- A 21st-minute penalty goal from lead and while Sports held their line piece and the collisions, earning their Sports, to their credit, rolled up ability back to the scoreline. pivot Josh Bennett was all Sports in defence admirably in those closing first points from a rolling maul in the their sleeves in the last quarter and While a significant dent in the ego, could muster in a game in which they stages, couldn’t put together enough eighth minute when Van der Heyden managed to recover some semblance there were positives to take from the pushed too many passes and found on attack to threaten the scorers. picked up to score, converted by of control, but the momentum had game. their resources stretched a little too This weekend, both sides head to Martin, to trail 14-7. well and truly swung and the game Lock Tony Bennett continued his far in the end. Hamilton Marist.

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Open Home Fromappraisaltosold-homes andlifestyles-Kirstiehasthe 289 Kakepuku Road, Te Awamutu expertise and experience to navigatethisfast-pacedmarket. Super 8490sqm lifestyle block. Main For Sale Kirstie McGrail home has three bedrooms, open plan By Negotiation 027 270 3175 living with wood ﬁre, a large covered Giveheracalltodaytogetyour deck, covered parking, a workshop, View property in the running with a outsidestudioroom,threebayfarm Sunday 30 May, free appraisal. building plus excellent water supply and 12.00-12.45pm six small paddocks. Kirstie McGrail 027 270 3175 | [email protected] rwteawamutu.co.nz/TEA30063 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Kirstie McGrail Real rwteawamutu.co.nz Estate at Ray White Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Thursday, May 27, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 15 Kihikihi men Mixed Pairs Zone playoff soon off foot of Hancock and Lovell to the ladder represent King Country RUGBY Grant Johnston BOWLS Kihikihi men’s rugby team scored their first win of the season on Saturday, downing Hinuera n Saturday, after a five-game round 15-12 away in Division Two of Waikato club robin competition Blue Hancock and rugby. Carol Lovell were declared winners Co-coach Baz Heta says while it might seem of the King Country Mixed Pairs on like a modest step, it is significant in what has aO countback on points when three teams fin- been a vital rebuilding phase for Kihikihi senior ished equal on game points and ends won. men’s rugby. The pair will represent King Country in a “It has been a difficult challenge this year as Mixed Pairs Zone playoff after the tight com- we try to rebuild Kihikihi rugby men’s self-belief petition at O¯ torohanga. and culture. Allowing two points for a win and one for “We have a tight group who make every a draw, Paul and Marlene Walker with three practice and match, supported by others who wins and a draw and 39 points finished third, have a variety of work and family commitments Liz Morrow and Bryan Wooten with two wins but contribute as much as they can. and three draws and 42 points second and the “As a club we have a value belief that says winners had three wins and a draw and 48 family and work comes first – rugby is important points. but these things are more important,” says Heta. In the course of competition Hancock and “We hope that building a good foundation Lovell lost to the Walker combination 6/10 after this year will pay off in the future. trailing 1/10 after eight ends and drew with Te Awamutu Indoor bowlers to represent King Country in Zone playoff for New Zealand Masters Kihikihi drew first blood in Saturday’s clash Morrow and Wooten 6/6 picking up two shots Four title. Paul Walker (left), Marlene Walker, Pat Waghorn and Gordon Cresswell. Photo / Supplied at Hinuera, with captain and No 8 Paki Wineera on the last end. scoring from the base of a dominant scrum. Morrow and Wooten snuck home 8/7 against Bryan Wooten will play the Mixed Four and Marlene Walker from the Waipa¯Club with four Fullback Wiremu Tipene converted. defending title holders Lyn Martin and Peter Paul Walker, Gordon Cresswell, Pat Waghorn wins and 60 points. The Waipa¯Club conducted Hinuera scored their own converted try to Fisher after conceding five shots on the last and Marlene Walker will play the Masters Four. its championship pairs qualifying with eight have the score locked at 7-all at halftime. three ends. The Zone playoffs against winning teams teams entered. Four games were played with The home team scored first after the break They then drew with the Walkers 8/8 after from Whanganui, Taranaki and North Taranaki aim of achieving at least five points to proceed to take a 12-7 lead. trailing by six shots after six ends and one shot will be held at the O¯ torohanga Club on July 3-4. to the playoffs. With two points for a win and But with the wind at their backs, Kihikihi playing the last end. The winners of these events will go forward to one for a draw, after three games no team had began to exert dominance and winger and co- With both teams needing the win to take the the national finals. qualified but six could entering the last game. coach Richard Parsons crossed to level the title, Morrow was holding five shots before O¯ torohanga Club 2x4x2 tournament Two teams, Bruce Grace and Marie Gibbes scores. Walker opened up the head with his attracted a good entry of 24 teams who each and Arthur Pitcher and Pat Waghorn both with A successful penalty attempt by Tipene penultimate bowl but remained five down. With played five games of seven ends and were two wins and two draws, were the only provided the winning margin for Kihikihi. his last bowl Walker just failed to draw the shot awarded 10 points for a win and five points for qualifiers. They will meet to find a winner in Kia Kaha Electrical player of the day was but the second was enough to require the a draw plus the ends that they won. due course. Wineera. The captain travels from Te Kauwhata countback to find the winner. At the end of the day, Gordon Lang and Bryan The Po¯kuru IBC: Eric Drabble, Fay Bryant and to practice and play, but regards Kihikihi as his There was no play necessary to find the Wooten from the host club were the only team John Hansen are the Club Champion Triple home. centre representatives in the Mixed Four and to win all their games and amassed 70 points. team and will represent Po¯kuru when the King The win lifted Kihikihi off the bottom of the Masters Four competition due to only two In second place was a Hamilton Country Centre holds its Champion of Cham- table. teams fronting up. Workingmen’s Club team with four wins and pion Triples event at the end of July. They won Kihikihi host table-topping Hamilton Old Blue Hancock, Liz Morrow, Carol Lovell and 63 points and third were John Whitehead and the club title last Wednesday night. Boys this Saturday.

424 Pokuru Road, Te Awamutu

This five bedroom lifestyle property is located only minutes from Te Awamutu and enjoys beautiful rural and mountain views. The five bedroom,twobathroomhomefeaturesalarge open plan family living area, wood burner and HRV with spacious outdoor decking. New doublebayshedwhichincludesoffice and storageroom.8730sqmestablishedsection including three fenced paddocks for grazing.

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rwteawamutu.co.nz/TEA30040 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) 16 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, May 27, 2021 Kihikihi’s strong effort unrewarded RUGBY ling long-range try similar to her Grant Johnston sister’s earlier effort. Conversions by Toa had the ihikihi women’s rugby team Kiwiana capital’s representatives came tantalisingly close to ahead 21-17. victory before losing 21-17 to There was “no quit” from Kihikihi O¯ torohanga at Kihikihi Do- and they launched a series of attacks mainK on Saturday. deep in O¯ torohanga territory, opting Victors of the top-half-of-the-table for scrums rather than lineouts from clash were assured of a handy posi- penalties. tion heading towards the top-four They went within metres of scor- playoffs in the Waikato title race. ing on several occasions, but O¯ torohanga, giant-slayers of three- O¯ torohanga stood firm. time champions Melville the previous Fulltime loomed and a defensive weekend, moved into third equal penalty was gleefully tapped and place and bumped Kihikihi back to hoofed over the touchline. fifth. Kihikihi were left disappointed but All is certainly not lost for Kihikihi, had plenty to be proud of. if they can reproduce the enterprise Phillips said it was a shame to lose and commitment they contributed to with plenty at stake and having the Saturday’s scintillating spectacle. In ascendancy for long periods. fact, for the larger part of the contest, “But O¯ torohanga brought plenty to the spoils looked headed their way. the game and scored some great After repelling a series of strong breakout tries.” opening attacks by O¯ torohanga, Kihi- There were unsurprisingly some kihi took the ascendancy. tired and bruised bodies on Saturday A spate of turnovers and penalties Captaincy with a capital C. Chyna Hohepa on the charge for Kihikihi against O¯ torohanga, supported by (from left) afternoon. saw first five Kiriana Nolan carve off Merania Paraone, Hannah Gay and Maria Muraahi. Photos / Grant Johnston “We’re fortunate to have great vol- impressive territory into the wind. untary help from Kara of Focused No 8 Chyna Hohepa secured a Kihikihi continued to carry the crowd was reassured by the resto- Physio,” quipped Phillips. steady supply of lineout ball and a gametoO¯ torohanga and another try ration of Kihikihi’s 10-point led. Kia Kaha Electrical player of the combination of forward charges and might well have sealed the match. It was shortlived comfort as tower- day was first five Nolan, who shone backline forays, orchestrated by But, in the dying seconds of the first ing O¯ torohanga lock Temica Mataroa on defence as well as attack — as did Nolan, had O¯ torohanga on the back half, the visitors secured turnover ball gained lineout ascendancy and dual try-scorer Paraone. foot. and spun it wide to diminutive right choked Kihikihi’s supply of pos- Other standouts included Hohepa The pressure from these varied winger Keighly Brough, who session. and flanker Emma-Lee Heta, who was points of attack eventually told when unleashed a startling turn of pace The home team were unable to use perpetual motion personified — never midfield penetration and fast hands along the clubrooms touchline to race the touchline to convert the brisk far from the ball and producing a saw right winger Arnica Marshall’s over handy to the posts. A successful breeze at their backs into field posi- swag of powerful tackles and carries. determined bid rewarded with a try conversion by fullback Tayla Toa saw tion while the visitors, reluctant to Fellow flanker, converted halfback in the “old grandstand” corner. Kihikihi’s lead cut to 10-7. kick into the wind, ran the ball at Maria Muraahi, worked tirelessly as Sadly, sideline conversions into Compelling halftime instructions every opportunity. part of Kihikihi’s dominant back row. the brisk southeasterly were mission from coach Alex Phillips and captain The result was thrilling end-to-end The tight forwards participated in impossible. Hohepa saw Kihikihi determined to running rugby, with impressive ball some telling charges, none more so Kihikihi stretched their lead when reinstate the margin of their lead. handling by both sides. than the physical prop Sara-Jane more ball-carrying pressure saw They were rewarded for a sus- O¯ torohanga were the team to capi- Urquhart. hard-running fullback Merania tained period on attack when Powerhouse fullback Merania talise — Mataroa charging over Kihikihi are away to Puta¯ruru this Paraone burst through to score on the Paraone crossed for her second try. Paraone scores the second of her between the posts and midfielder Saturday and will be hell-bent on clubhouse side of the field. Nolan added the extras and the home two tries for Kihikihi on Saturday. Hannah Brough uncorking a spark- moving back into the top four.

89 Loomb Place, Te Awamutu

Wow, this lovely home has just had an impressive little nip and tuck. Come and check out the new carpet, vinyl, drapes and paintwork. All beautifully done and looking so fresh and clean. It’s available for a quick settlement and viewing access is easy. Sunny with three double bedrooms and a large conservatory - just ideal for your family.

For Sale $598,000 New Listing/Open Home View Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 May, 3.00 to 3.30pm

Carol Ryan 027 290 3784

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421 Waikeria Road Te Awamutu 4 2 2 Stylish Lifestyle Living For Sale $1,375,000 Built in 2018, this immaculately presented 4 bedroom home is exceptionally smart and stylish. Set on 1.78 hectares View By Appointment Only (approx.) and only 10 minutes (approx. ) from town, the teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1EWAGG8 bespoke and innovative home is loaded with top of the line extras and commands panoramic rural views. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 Fiona Collins 027 295 4250 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Mark Weal 027 451 4732

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL

FINAL NOTICE

Te Awamutu AFC’s Kylan Atkinson’s clearance was enough to have previous club player Hayden Roil turning away. Photo / Supplied

WHAREPUHUNGA Good performance 165 Happy Valley Road 3 2 2 A Privileged Position - Immaculate Lifestyle AUCTION Three-bedroom, large family bathroom, master with GST Inclusive from developing team en-suite, large entertainers’ kitchen, open plan in (Unless Sold Prior) design with separate second lounge, separate large 11.00am, Wed 2 June laundry with internal access to generous double PGGWRE, 87 Duke Street, Cambridge garaging and an office which can be used as a smaller VIEW Te Awamutu come up against tough Cambridge side fourth bedroom. Decking across the width of the front 10.00-11.00am, Sunday 30 May of the home which encompasses spectacular north, FOOTBALL A couple of minutes on and It was a 1-4 reversal but yet east and west facing views in an elevated and private TA were 2-0 down following a another fine performance setting. The grounds are immaculate and established quick free kick where AR2 from this developing team. with easy care gardens, hedging and fruit trees which Peter Wylie e Awamutu AFC’s failed to spot two Cambridge A come from behind win for enhance this very special setting. M 027 473 5855 Tall Poppy Real Es- players so far offside that they the Edmonds Judd Te Awa- B 07 878 0265 tate Championship could well have been In Kihi- mutu senior team over Claude- E [email protected] team welcomed high- kihi when the ball was played. lands resulted in back to back flyingT neighbours Cambridge Halftime came and went victories for the first time in pggwre.co.nz/TEK34255 to The Stadium. and so too went Stringfellow over a year. The 2-1 result was Yet another early goal was for a harsh second yellow card a hard fought affair, with an PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008 Helping grow the country order of the day only this time received when clearing the early TA miscued goal line it was the visitors who went ball only to catch an clearance giving Claudelands ahead with a simple headed overzealous oncoming oppon- a halftime lead. goal which caught TA’s ent in the orchestra stalls. TA’s continued attacks re- backline unawares. Down to 10 men, TA con- sulted in a goal to Gabriel RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL Energised, the league tinued to press Cambridge but Souza Amorim, and then after leaders pressed further and in spite of superb efforts across Greg McKenzie was brutally only Jay Petersen prevented the park, gaps were inevitable felled on the edge of the box TENDER the lead doubling when adding and the visitors made it 0-3 on he picked himself up to blast another penalty save to his 77 minutes with a powerful a free kick into the top corner. growing collection following a penalty that Petersen could Te Awamutu reserve tactical foul in the box by not keep out. played O¯ torohanga, it was one returning Sean Stringfellow. Eighty-three minutes saw of the hardest games the TA’s young team started to the visiting goalkeeper palm young team have played this play football in the middle of with strong hands a fiercely- season. They worked hard to the park in a way becoming a struck penalty onto the post create opportunities but just feature of this exciting team’s only for captain Joel Roil to couldn’t finish, although the game. react faster than anyone in result did not reflect the work Dylan ‘Dynamo’ Brett burst slamming home the rebound. that TA put in, coming away through the visitors’ defence Celebration was however with a 10-1 loss. on 33 minutes only to see his brief as Cambridge claimed a Player of the day went to powerful shot fly just over the fourth not long before the Ben Monkley for his fantastic bar. whistle. effort.

GOLF RESULTS

Te Awamutu David Trutsch 35; Craig Daw Cheryl Forster 32; Sherill Law- Ladies Stroke Play over three 34; Brendon Moorhead 33. rence 28. rounds: Saturday Ladies: Vets: Silver winner - Gemma Towers Thora Young 73 Nett; Gemma Bryce Pepperell 39 points; Bill 241 followed by Sylvia Gooch Towers 74; Alma Goodwin 75. Garvin 37; Brett Mulhollland 269; Bronze 1 Winner - Jeanie Stewart Alexander 35. Kay 284 followed by Barbara Sunday Scramble: Pirongia O’Regan 289; Bronze 2 Winner Gross - Aaron Vanderpoel 72; There were 37 starters on a - Christine Lloyd 314. Patrick Hape 74; Jeremy windy day, new kinds of shots WAIMAHORA 565 Waimahora Road TENDER Ladies Nett over three rounds: Collett 74; Jacob Carey 76. were played and the out of (Unless Sold By Private Treaty) Rua Oki Farm - 1240 hectares Silver - Gemma Towers 217; Net - Paul Makuch 66; Noel bounds was well visited by a Closes 11.00am, Wed 23 June Bronze 1 - Barbara O’Regan 223; Evan’s 68; Craig Weston 69; few. Situated 25km south east of Otorohanga is this 'X- PGGWRE, 52 Rora Street, Te Kuiti Bronze 2 - Annette Irwin 235. Regan Hose 71. Sunday Scramble: factor' predominantly finishing property. The 'X-factor' VIEW Ladies Wednesday Scramble: Points - Paul Makuch 40; Noel Seniors - Brent Keene 36; Ken comes from the quality of the land, the excellent water 12.00-1.00pm, Wednesday 2 & 9 June Silver Winner - Jenny Towers Evans 38; Craig Weston 37; Bardsley 36; Denise Goile 36 supply and the laneway system, which is in place and 77 nett; Bronze Winner - Bar- Regan Hose 35. Steve Law 34; Rob Taylor 34; notably the fantastic bush, hunter's lodge and bara O’Regan 74; Robin 9-hole Ladies: John McCormick 34; John 100-year-old homestead, suited as a lodge as well for Watson 80; Jeanie Kay 82; Gross - Shirley Woolly 61; Ann McCormick 34; Bill Fox 34; hunters and hikers. Cover - approximated, 677 ha Chris Lloyd 82. Ellis 61; Jocelyn Jeffries 63. Dean Grey 33. effective and the balance is bush. Dwellings consist of 9-hole Ladies: Jenny Forster 19 Net - Shirley Woollly 36; Ann Juniors - Guy Livingston 37; the main house with four bedrooms, the original Stableford; Linda McFall 14; Ellis 39; Jocelyn Jeffries 40. Barry Cavey 37; Rob Brittell 35; homestead with four bedrooms and the hunter's Peter Wylie Karen Corkill 14. Points - Shirley Woolly 17; Ann Kevin Nickson 34; Graham lodge, an Airstrip and multiple farm buildings. M Saturday Scramble: Dean Ellis 15; Jocelyn Jeffries 13. Watts 33; Dave Lamb 31; Grant 027 473 5855 B 07 878 0265 Tangiora 74 Gross; Clint Rowe 18-hole Ladies: Morgen 31; Dave Mcknight 31; E [email protected] 71 Nett; Allan Duncan 38 Gross - Cheryl Forster 90; Bruce Goile 30; T.C. 30. Stableford; Pete McGowan 36. Thora Young 100; Carol Twos - Jack Hjorth, Philip Sunday Scramble: Formosa 106. Eyre, Josh Ballach, Rob Tay- pggwre.co.nz/TEK34273 Clint Rowe 82 Gross; Robert Net - Thora Young 74; Cheryl lor. Wetere 69 Nett; Brock Forster 74; Helen Parker 80. Longest Putt - Bruce Goile. PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008 Helping grow the country Wadsworth 36 Stableford; Points - Thora Young 32; Closest to the Pin - Scott Law. 20 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, May 27, 2021 Suburbs finish convincing winners Pirongia had a few failed opportunities

RUGBY costly as Suburbs grew a few more legs as the second half started and dominated the third quarter, scoring n a great day for the club four tries. with sponsors in abund- Many of their breaks were ance and the sun out, instigated by their fullback who was Pirongia took on Suburbs. outstanding all game, threatening OIn a game which was often enter- every time he touched the ball prising, Suburbs ran out convincing punishing the home team with some winners 29-10. elusive runs returning the ball from Pirongia B’s Callum Farrelly runs at Suburbs’ defence. Photo / Julie Gibson But it was the home team which clearing kicks. started better, working their way up Pirongia raised the expectations of among the backs, threatening on the Pirongia then had a very good Pirongia had the better of the field and being awarded an early their home supporters that a come- counter-attack a number of times and patch on attack and went close to second half, but could not turn this penalty which Travis Cook converted back could be on the cards when after clearing the ball with some intelligent scoring on several occasions, especi- dominance into points until 10 to give the home team a lead they exerting pressure on the Suburbs’ kicking. ally when Bubba Rata-Hemopo had minutes from fulltime when after would hold for the entire half. goal line Cook ran into a gap off A positive for the team was that the ball in hand. some good attack, the forwards were The balance of the half was a case halfback Ben Rush’s pass to score for 60 minutes they won on the After a great run from Rata- able to pick and go near the Suburbs of opportunities not being converted which he converted to reduce the scoreboard 10-7. Hemopo the ball was recycled to the line and Jason Harrison scored near into points. Suburb’s lead to 22-10. backs, but a poor pass went behind the post. Shaun Bicknell stepped up Wing Rihari Clark was often dan- It was Suburbs who had the last Pirongia B v Suburbs B them and the ball was snatched up to take the conversion, but gerous with ball in hand and made say though, scoring their final Pirongia B will rue some first-half by the Suburbs fullback who ran 75m unfortunately missed. a tremendous burst starting in his converted try on fulltime to take the errors that allowed Suburbs B to build to score under the post. With the ill-disciplined Suburbs own half, stepping a number of op- win 29-10. a handy lead at halftime and even With the successful conversion, team reduced to 13 players, Pirongia position players until he was in the For the home team, lock Liam though Pirongia had the better of the Suburbs held a comfortable 19-0 lead. went on the attack again, but again clear 40m out with daylight between Hobbs was outstanding aggressively second half, they could not do Suburbs scored again in the 30th could not quite turn their territory himself and the goal line. taking the ball up and strong on enough to win. minute to increase their lead to 24 to and possession into points and it was Unfortunately, Clark had one of tackling. After an even first 10 minutes, nil. Suburbs who scored the last points those moments and fumbled the ball. Fellow lock Dylan Coull had a high Suburbs were first to score when after Pirongia had the last say of the half of the game. With 10 minutes remaining in the work rate all around the park carrying some poor tackling from the Pirongia when the ball was spun wide to In the final play of the day, the ball half Suburbs lost two players within the ball, making tackles and getting team down their right flank, Suburbs Cullum Rhodes who was able to beat went to their first five who was a couple of minutes due to ill- back in covering defence. were able to bump off player after three cover defenders and score a successful with a drop goal from 40m discipline, but with a 15-13 advantage Flanker Tom Pole also continues player and run 40m to score, taking great try in the corner. out to close the scoring with Suburbs of players on the field Pirongia to impress, being a reliable option in a 7-0 lead. Stefan Watts then stepped up and taking out the game 27-12. couldn’t score from a number of the lineout and despite his size, being Pirongia struggled to contain the kicked a great conversion from the Players of the day went to Mark opportunities created. strong in defence. larger Suburbs pack and Suburbs side-line to end the first-half scoring and Jason Harrison who ran well with The failed opportunities became Fullback Armyn Sanders stood out scored soon after to lead 12-0. with Suburbs leading 24 to 7. the ball and defended outstandingly.

OPEN HOMES In Te Awamutu This Week...

PROPERTY BROKERS SUNDAY 30TH MAY 1PM - 1.30PM 1/1221 ALEXANDRA STREET TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE

SUNDAY 30TH MAY 2PM - 2.30PM 382 DOUGLAS AVENUE TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE

CENTURY 21 SUNDAY 30TH MAY 1.00PM - 1.30PM 369 PUNIU RD, TE AWAMUTU $749,000

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RAY WHITE SATURDAY MAY 29TH 3.00PM - 3.30PM 89 LOOMB PLACE, TE AWAMUTU $598,000

SUNDAY MAY 30TH 11.30AM - 12.00PM 133 BRILL ROAD, KIHIKIHI $949,000

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SUNDAY MAY 30TH 12.00 - 1.00PM 2 SWARBRICK DRIVE, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE

SUNDAY MAY 30TH 12.00PM - 1.00PM 424 POKURU ROAD, TE AWAMUTU $865,000

SUNDAY MAY 30TH 12.30PM - 1.30PM 36 LIMEWORKS LOOP ROAD, TE PAHU BY NEGOTIATION

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SUNDAY MAY 30TH 3.00PM - 3.30PM 89 LOOMB PLACE, TE AWAMUTU $598,000

HARCOURTS SUNDAY MAY 30TH 1.00PM - 1:30PM 2/253 KIHIKIHI ROAD, TE AWAMUTU BY NEG

SUNDAY MAY 30TH 2.00PM - 2:30PM 319 FRASER STREET, TE AWAMUTU ENQUIRES OVER $665,000 Thursday, May 27, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 21 ROUND seven

Sunday 30 May MYSTICS v STEEL 4.15pm

Hard fought win for Mystics Sunday 30 May PULSE v MAGIC 6.15pm

Picksters: tive hoops. Monday 31 May STARS v TACTIX 7.15pm Round six of the ANZ Magic play-maker Chiara Premiership saw the Pulse Semple was introduced for the beat the Stars, a victory that final five minutes of the half as wasn’t selected by any of our the home side held the Mystics picksters. at arms-length when holding on The Tactix and the Mystics to a 34-30 halftime lead. were the other two teams to get The impressive Williams up over their opponents. returned for the home side for Defending champion the second half while Georgia THE board pickster Bernie Marshall from Tong provided defensive relief McDonald’s, is out in front by for Fakahokotau and Mikaere two points, without even for spells during the third stanza Bernie Michelle playing her joker yet. Magic player Grace Kara returned from injury on Monday night. but it was the Mystics who McDonalds 61% LJ Hooker 50% LJ Hooker’s Michelle Storer Photo / Greg Bowker made the early inroads. has moved up the ranks to With midcourters Tayla second spot with half of her Earle and Fa’amu Ioane adding picks this season correct. into the game before hitting the teenaged Khiarna Williams, solid defensive resistance, the Mystics Mystics Harcourts’ Melanie Barker, lead for the first time early in who were equally accurate Magic stumbled on occasions Pulse Pulse Paper Plus’ Murray Green and the final quarter. under the hoop helped the to turn the ball over, the Mystics 1ST Jesse Wood from NZME are From there, they showed no home side slot the first three pouncing as they levelled the Stars Stars placed third equal in their neck mercy as they shut down goals of the match, leaving the scores up midway through the 2ND and neck race. Magic’s gallant attempt to nail Mystics playing catch-up for the stanza. Storyteller Bar & Eatery’s their second win of the season rest of the stanza. A composed and accurate Bridie Osborne rounds off the while also denying them a The Mystics attacking link of Filda Vui took over from Bailey Melanie Jesse picksters. bonus point. Magic were very shooter Grace Nweke and Peta Mes in the Mystics circle with- Harcourts 44% NZME 44% Picksters: don’t forget to use good for long patches of the Toeava worked its way into the out missing a beat as the visi- your two jokers at some point, game but couldn’t halt a game but with the prolific tors threatened to slip into over- use them wisely! rampant-running Mystics in the Nweke well contained by the drive. However, it was the Match Report: run home. double defensive marking of Magic who surged back in the Mystics Mystics The Northern Mystics have Experienced wing attack Erena Mikaere and Temalisi shooting stakes despite the Pulse Pulse closed the gap at the top of the Grace Kara returned to the Fakahokotau, it was the home best intentions of smothering 3RD table after grinding out a hard- Magic starting line-up after side who flew into the first break defensive work from Kate Tactix Stars fought 67-59 win over the spending three weeks on the with a handy 19-13 lead. Burley and Sulu Fitzpatrick. 3RD Splice Construction Magic in side-line with a calf injury while Both attacking ends needed Once again, it was the Magic Tauranga on Monday. the Mystics retained their famil- plenty of patience on the re- who kept their noses in front The Magic got the strong iar starting seven of recent sumption as the defensive in- when leading 50-47 at the last Murray Bridie start that’s been missing in re- weeks. tensity lifted a notch or two. turn. Paper Plus 44% Story Teller 22% cent weeks, bolting out of the And it was the presence of With more ball finding its way Shooting Stats - Magic: blocks to take a healthy lead the veteran campaigner who into Nweke’s hands, a five-goal Khiarna Williams 30/36 after the first quarter but were got the Magic away to a flyer unanswered streak helped the (83%) slowly reeled in by the Mystics with the leadership and poise Mystics chip into the deficit. Caitlin Bassett 26/28 (93%) Mystics Mystics as the game progressed. of Kara being instrumental in With the Mystics quick- Chiara Semple 3/3 (100%) Pulse Pulse The Mystics have now getting the home side on the scoring ability a constant Shooting Stats - Mystics: 3RD moved to within one-point of the front foot from the outset. threat, the home side did well Grace Nweke 47/55 (86%) Stars Stars Robinhood Stars at the top of A steady stream of pinpoint to absorb the pressure as Filda Vui 12/14 (86%) 6TH the table but showed their quick feeds into Magic shooters Bassett and Nweke dominated Bailey Mes 8/13 (62%) depth of talent to patiently build Caitlin Bassett and the proceedings under the respec- MVP: Sulu Fitzpatrick (Mystics)

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97 Sloane Street, Te Awamutu . 07 871 5151 41 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu 3800 | teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz | 871 5044 Thursday, May 27, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 23 Chiefs showing steel up front FIXTURES SENIOR RUGBY FIXTURES – Kuenzle, who scored just one minute 29/05 after entering the game, to give them- PREMIER: Forwards setting selves a glimmer of hope. But when Hamilton Marist v Te Awamutu Chiefs centre Anton Lienert-Brown Sports at Marist Park, Field 1. platform for star finished off a dazzling full-field move Kickoff 2.45pm. to put the hosts ahead by 28 inside PREMIER B: backs to sparkle the final 20 m inutes, the hill looked Hamilton Marist B v Te far too steep for the Brumbies to Awamutu Sports Development RUGBY climb. at Marist Park, Field 1. Kickoff Christopher Reive They snared a consolation try at 1pm. the death through No 8 Rob Valetini, CHAMPIONSHIP: he Gallagher Chiefs have but the Chiefs still finished with three O¯ haupo¯v Southern United at sent a clear message tries more than the Brumbies to O¯ haupo¯Memorial Park, Field 1. throughout 2021: If you’re secure the maximum five points. Kickoff 2.45pm. going to take them on, your There was a moment of celebra- United Matamata Sports v forwardsT had best come prepared. tion in the second half for the Chiefs, Pirongia at Bedford Park, Field Against every team they have met as prop Atu Moli made his first 1. Kickoff 2.45pm. this year, the Chiefs’ scrum has pro- appearance of the year. Moli, a four- CHAMPIONSHIP B: vided a stern test, and on Saturday test All Black, has had a horror run O¯ haupo¯B v Southern United B night, it was the Brumbies who sat the of injuries — dealing with a haema- at O¯ haupo¯Memorial Park, Field test and struggled as the Chiefs ran toma in his quad in 2018, an elbow 1. Kickoff 1pm. out to 40-19 winners. Luke Jacobson was a standout performer for the Chiefs, scoring a brace of injury in 2019 and an issue with his United Matamata Sports B v The tone was set early by the tries. Photo / Photosport hips in 2020 which kepthim sidelined Pirongia B at Bedford Park, Field Chiefs, with lock Tupou Vaa’i scoring throughout both seasons of Super 1. Kickoff 1pm. the first try of the night with relative While the forwards were impress- first half, and the backs followed suit Rugby Aotearoa. DIVISION 2: ease from a lineout drive. It was the ive at the set piece, the Chiefs were in the second. Things opened up as The 25-year-old has played just 15 Kihikihi v Hamilton Old Boys at first of three first-half tries that came active as ever on defence, and forced the game progressed, and the hosts of the Chiefs’ last 58 games — dating Kihikihi Domain, Field 1. Kickoff from the pack going over the top of several turnovers — mostly through pounced on the open spaces. Second back to the opening round of the 2018 2.45pm. their Brumbies’ opposites, with Chiefs backline players, with first five- five-eighths Alex Nankivell was next season — and returned to the field Hamilton Marist v Te Awamutu No 8 Luke Jacobson scoring twice eighths Damian McKenzie getting over, six minutes after McKenzie. with a wide grin. While they Marist at Marist Park, Field 3. from the back of scrumsonthe stuck in and earning two turnovers. Openside flanker Lachlan Boshier — welcomed back Moli, Vaa’i was out Kickoff 2.45pm. Brumbies’ 5m line. Leading 19-5 at the break, the hosts who had a whopping 26 tackles — had of the game early with an injury WOMEN’S: When the Brumbies could get were in a terrific position to go on to the presence of mind to find suffered before halftime. Puta¯ruru v Kihikihi v Nola Block, some flow to their play, they looked earn their first bonus point of the Nankivell in support after being taken ■ Chiefs 40 (Luke Jacobson 2, Field 2. Kickoff 1pm. dangerous. Centre Len Ikitau was put competition, and that possibility be- down just short of the line, and Tupou Vaa’i, Damian McKenzie, Alex SENIOR RUGBY RESULTS – through the defence to level the come all the more realistic just five Nankivell made no mistake with the Nankivell, Anton Lienert-Brown tries; 22/05 scores at 5-all after 12 minutes, but the minutes after the restart when finish. McKenzie 5 cons) Brumbies 19 (Len PREMIER: chances for the Brumbies were few McKenzie dotted down. The Brumbies hit back through Ikitau, Bayley Kuenzle, Rob Valetini Fraser Tech 59 – 15 Te Awamutu and far between. The forwards set the tone in the replacement midfielder Bayley tries; Noah Lolesio 2 cons). HT: 19-5 Sports PREMIER B: Fraser TechB36–3Te Awamutu Sports Development CHAMPIONSHIP: Star studded University club side a handful O¯ hau o¯ – 66 University p 7 Pirongia 10 – 29 Suburbs RUGBY But University were just too strong, CHAMPIONSHIP B: if it wasn’t Lopeti-Moli making inroads O¯ haupo¯B5–87 University B in the O¯ haupo¯defensive line, it was Pirongia B 12 – 27 Suburbs B O¯ haupo¯ have hosted many great young Bartlett who was also strong DIVISION 2: teams and players over the years and at scrum time. Hinuera 12 – 15 Kihikihi it was no exception on Saturday, as Out wide winger Levi Faamita was Te Awamutu Marist 35 – 26 a University team stacked with talent a constant threat with his powerful Matangi-Hillcrest arrived at O¯ haupo¯’s Memorial Park. running and first five Joshua Jen- WOMEN’S: University had the likes of Waikato nings put on a goalkicking master Kihikihi 17 –21O¯ torohanga NPC players SekopeLopeti-Moli, The O¯ haupo¯team thank their sponsors and supporters. Photo / Supplied class, converting many from out Louis Rogers and the talented Josh wide. RUGBY LEAGUE FIXTURES – Bartlett, who was a standout for the they started the season in the Wai- Davies is a skilful footballer and can Even though O¯ haupo¯ were 29/05 impressive Chiefs U20 team that last kato Draught Premiership. play in all positions across the outplayed by a classy team,they SENIOR: month went unbeaten at the National The standout player for University backline. never gave up and again showed they Hamilton Hornets v Te Super Rugby U20 Tournament, to call was No 8 Lopeti-Moli, brother of All As the referee signalled halftime, are a tight-knit outfit, the way they Awamutu Firehawks at Resthills on for this fixture. Blacks prop Atu Moli who later in the the tenacious young O¯ haupo¯ team put in for each other. 3. Kickoff 1.45pm O¯ haupo¯ started the game posi- evening made his comeback game for must have impressed O¯ haupo¯greats, The final score was 66-7. UNDER-15: tively; motivated to put in a perform- the Chiefs. the likes of Steve Fullerton and Matt Next week O¯ haupo¯will be at home Nga¯ruawa¯hia v Te Awamutu ance for No .8 Charlie Matthews, who Lopeti-Moli is usually a hooker, but O’Connor who were sideline for this again and hoping to get back in the Firehawks at League Park. later that day was rewarded with his at club level is a beast when he has battle. winner’s circle when they take on Kickoff 12pm. O¯ haupo¯blazer in front of his family ball in hand, knocking chunks out of In the second half, O¯ haupo¯ South Waikato side Southern United. LEAGUE RESULTS – 22/05 who had travelled from the Taranaki the O¯ haupo¯defensive line. competed for large parts with ball in Earlier in the day O¯ haupo¯B also SENIOR: for the game. When University lost prop Josh hand and challenged the University had a hard day at the office losing Taniwharau 18 – 14 Te Awamutu Showing early intent O¯ haupo¯con- Bartlett to the sin-bin, O¯ haupo¯had defence. 87-5 against University B. Firehawks tinually attacked University down their best period of the first half. It was out wide where O¯ haupo¯ In the first half lock Met UNDER-15: the short side and put together a Up front Ben Parrott and 100-game finally got points on the board, Camaibatiki was a constant threat Te Awamutu Firehawks 10 – 48 number of phases, with ever- O¯ haupo¯legend Kerry Matthews were through energetic left winger Roy with ball in hand. Hukanui impressive halfback Scott Thomas working hard along with lock Liam Drew who scored off an intercept. Hooker Norton Beech put in an- Referee Watene said that the organising and directing his forwards Fox who is showing he belongs at This was converted by fullback Dean other 80 minute shift and received gamewasplayed in good spirit around. senior level. Fullerton. the player of the day accolades. and it was good to see the boys But once University got their O¯ haupo¯ lost co-captain Dylan By this point Fullerton had moved In the backs, halfback Ross Miers dressed and showered for hands on the ball, they begun to the Samson just before the break, which into first five-eighth to cover for the was busy and put in 120 per cent for hosting. impress the crowd and showed why brought Baylee Davies into the game; injured Josh Thomas. his team as he always does.

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Candidate Votes Received Any person who is entitled to object and who Vehicles Wanted Wanted to Buy or Exchange wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not IKIN, Keith 1,706 later than 15 working days after the date of the TAKIARI-BRAME, Bella 1,468 $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of TUWHANGAI, Rachael 1,468 wanted the objection with the Secretary of the District TE KANAWA, Dan 1,247 Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, MOSS, Luke 1,238 calf milk Private Bag 2402, Te Awamutu 3840. TĀNE, Wikitōria 1,157 $ CASH FOR CARS $ No objection to the issue of a Renewal licence may ROACH, Tasmyn 1,078 Trucks, Vans, Utes, 4x4’s, Bocock’s be made in relation to a matter other than a matter WOOSTER, Derek Kotuku 1,078 Motorhomes and Caravans Calf Rearing specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of TOOTILL, Glenn 1,039 Alcohol Act 2012. SHEARER, Aloma Kahurangi Marae 1,021 Phone: BEGMAN-GREEN, Liane 959 Wanted in any condition Mark 027 474 6917 This is the only publication of this notice. RAUPUTU, Paul 829 DEAD OR ALIVE Pete 027 433 1440 MANAIA, Barney 739 TAYLOR, Patrick Louis 311 $ TOP CASH $ PAID $ INFORMAL 6 BLANK 4 I therefore declare Keith IKIN, Bella TAKIARI-BRAME, Rachael CARAVANS NAU MAI HAERE MAI! TUWHANGAI, Dan TE KANAWA, Luke MOSS and Wikitōria TĀNE to be Boats, horse floats, elected as Trustees for the Maniapoto Māori Trust Board. quads, trailers, E HONO MAI E TE IWI NEI! outboards, old cars, The voter return percentage was 22.22%, being 3,077 votes received trailers, shed THE TOKANUI ACTIVE ROOPU (TAR) of from 13,848 eligible electors, of which 42.80% voted by post and clearouts, motorbikes. Any TAR Block Ltd 57.20% voted on the internet. condition, anywhere. INVITE Anthony Morton Returning Officer - Phone Steve Maniapoto Māori Trust Board PHONE 0800 505 099 24/7 027 622 0011 ALL KAUMATUA & TANGATA WHENUA, Ph 0800 666 045 – [email protected] MO OU HAAPU MAHA With the Descendant’s of Ngutu who Raffles Firewood have an interest claim to: MARKET COUNCIL CARPARK FIREWOOD for sale, 5m3 THIS Saturday THANKS truck load - $200, 10m3 Pokuru 1B, Tokanui Hospital Campus 8am - 12noon To everyone who bought $340 truck load. from our raffle for firewood Taken by the Public Works Act (1908) Gaynor Westgate: Delivered to Te and a doll. Winners have Awamutu. Phone 07 873 07 870 4551 been notified. WE NEED YOUR INVOLVEMENT & 9190 or 021 617 349. PARTICIPATION RECREATE and us would to attend 3 Waananga like to thank everyone FIREWOOD, shed stored, Workshops facilitated by Paul Kaawhia Te who made our fundrais- dry gum mix, $110 cube. ing a success. The people Muraahi in compiling a Cultural Impact Phone 0274 724 544. YOUR WHENUA. who bought tickets and Assessment, regarding the businesses who donated towards the prizes. The 3 Waananga Worskshops will be held The tickets were drawn PINE Paenoa on 21 May at the Te over three months, with the first Workshop Te Akau Awamutu Police Station TANDEM trailer load, 1.6 Waananga commencing on: by Sargent John Reid. x 2.8, dry, shed stored, 8A11D Winners have been full load, $200. Phone 027 contacted. Please support 5713 650. TE RA Saturday, 29 May 2021 Partition those who supported us. 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Pink Floyd Experience is back TE AWAMUTU RSA Raffl es Wed & Fri, Jokers Wild Friday, Membership draw Mon, Wed, Fri The Pink Floyd Experience Double Pass: Tauranga — Baycourt Theatre, Friday, June 4; Hamilton — Claudelands Arena, Saturday, June 5. CLUB OPEN DAILY FROM 11AM Bomber Command Restaurant UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT 11am to 8pm daily Come and try our new menu! This Friday 28th May 6pm, Raffl es, Members Draw, and Jokers Wild Friday 4th June 7pm “GLEN CARLEY” th Pensioner lunches starting Tuesday 8 June $10 381 Alexandra Street - 871 3707 COURTESY VAN ext push 4 - free call Wednesday to Monday from 4pm • MEMBER OF CLUBSNZ & RNZRSA Entry restricted to members, invited guests and members of affi liated clubs WEBSITE: teawamutursa.co.nz The Best Value in Show Business

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Set “Me, Bill and about 8 ladies were shown Australia classic Floyd fare that highly-skilled technical team post WWII, lots of Maori tradition, injustices, LAND - not a dry eye in the house at times With nearly 20 albums of faithfully recreates that of the and delivered as a breath- sadness, pain, suffering, compassion and and every single one of them stopped and Pink Floyd music to choose original recordings. taking aural-visual spectacular discovery. Best NZ film since Dark horse and commented on what an amazing film it was.” from, the Experience have had The first half kicks off with that has to be experienced to Mahana. GREAT KIWI CLASSIC NOMINATION: Tony. plenty of material from which 1977’s Animals, a dark be believed. COUSINS, BY PATRICIA GRACE. No bad “This was a beautiful movie, epic in to draw inspiration and ideas brooding social commentary This is the ultimate Pink language or violence. Recommended. landscape, quiet in thought, skilful in silent to create a different show full of Roger Waters cynicism Floyd rock show! COUSINS PG performance, filmed in the Canadian Rockies. every time they tour. and thought-provoking lyrics We’ll leave the final SAT 4:40, FINAL SUN 3:40 LAND M Of all the shows performed, punctuated with psychedelic comment to a true-blue Pink “I re-watched THE FATHER and it is definitely “ABSOLUTELY STUNNING PHOTOGRAPHY. two shows that really stood instrumental moments and Floyd fan who said: Pink on my Top Ten list so far this year. I THOUGHT IT WAS STREAKS AHEAD OF Anthony Hopkins is just outstanding in NOMADLAND.” ALLAN out and garnered the band the soaring guitar solos. Floyd's music has always SAT 4:20, SUN 3:20, WED (SHOPPERS’) 10:10 highest praise were their 2017’s The second half (definitely evoked a very emotional his performance especially the way he Animals Tour and 2019’s The the main event) — The Wall — response in me, and last night transitions the mood swings.” Graeme. “BLOODY GOOD. TWO SUSPENSEFUL “Certainly great, great story, great acting, Wall Tour. features such notable tracks as was no different – it was, as the STORIES COME TOGETHER LEADNG TO AN great music score and based on fact too.” EXCITING AND SPECTACULAR CLIMAX. 2021 sees the Pink Floyd Another Brick In The Wall Part name suggests, a Pink Floyd Leigh. Experience return with a show 2, Run Like Hell and Experience. EVEN MUCH BETTER THAN WHAT I HOPED IT THE FATHER M WOULD BE.” ALLAN that features both of these Comfortably Numb as well as The must-see show of 2021! SAT 2:40, SUN 1:40 iconic albums in their entirety. a host of other stellar numbers THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD R16 Better still we are giving you such as In The Flesh, Hey You, Tickets: ticketek.co.nz “Excellent. Extremely well portrayed in every THU 6:20, FRI 7:20, SAT 6:45, SUN 5:45, WED 6:20 aspect. Full of suspense and drama. Impossible the chance to pick up one of Is Anybody Out There? and i — full show details and to stop watching. Based on true events.” Allan. The Abbott family now face the terrors of two double passes to each of Bring The Boys Back Home. itinerary: BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH IS the outside world. Forced to venture into their shows at Tauranga Presented as you have pinkfloydexperience. the unknown, they realize the creatures that (Baycourt Theatre, Friday, never seen them before, co.nz THE COURIER M hunt by sound are not the only threats lurking SAT 6:20, FINAL SUN 5:20 beyond the sand path. It’s briskly paced, funny and family-friendly A QUIET PLACE PART II M Win just like the original. THU 6:30, FRI 7:30, SAT 4:35 & 7:20 You can enter by email or mail (address to Pink Floyd Experience Competition and include your PETER RABBIT 2 G SUN 3:35 & 6:20, WED 6:30 venue preference, name, address and daytime phone number — [email protected] or SAT 2:10, SUN 1:10 PO Box 1, Te Awamutu). Deadline is 5pm Tuesday. Competition by Fill The House Tickets Project — A live-action prequel feature film following a A very good mix of animated animals and young Cruella de Vil starring Emma Stone proudly supporting families living with cancer. humans in a very crazy and funny and Emma Thompson. ‘cat and mouse’ adventure. CRUELLA PG “5yo Eddie thought it was absolutely hilarious, he laughed and laughed the THU 6:00, FRI 7:00, SAT 4:45 & 6:35 whole way through!” Tania. SUN 3:45 & 5:35, WED 6:00 TOM AND JERRY G “It ticks all the right boxes to become one SAT 1:55, SUN 12:55 of the most wonderful films you could The plot follows H, a cold and mysterious ever see. Beautiful scenery, perfect cast, character working at a cash truck glorious music and charming story. It truly company responsible for moving hundreds is ideal entertainment and we thoroughly of millions of dollars around Los Angeles recommend it. You will be sorry if you miss this each week. Stars Jason Statham, Josh gem. Based on the beloved novel.” Hartnett and Scott Eastwood. If you like a FINDING YOU PG This newspaper is subject to NZ Media good heist action mystery thriller, then this is THU 6:10, FRI 7:10, SAT 4:30, SUN 3:30 for you – pretty intense and exciting. WED (SHOPPERS’) 10:00 & 6:10 Council procedures. A complaint WRATH OF MAN R16 Lucky, a gutsy 12-year-old girl longing for a must first be directed in writing, SAT 6:40, FINAL SUN 5:40 place to belong, befriends a wild mustang within one month of publication, New Zealander J J Winlove who wrote and she names Spirit. With her two best friends directed it, has made an enjoyable film for his Abigail and Pru and their horses by her side, to [email protected]. If not first feature. “A brilliant movie.” Rex. they explore a world filled with satisfied with the response, the “A very appealing and dignified portrayal endless adventure, magnificent horses and never-ending fun. complaint may be referred to the which will keep you interested and give you several moments to be treasured.” Allan. SPIRIT UNTAMED Media Council PO Box 10-879, JUNE AGAIN M This inspiring true story of a small Welsh town The Terrace, Wellington 6143. THU 6:15, FRI 7:15, SAT 2:30, SUN 1:30 and the unlikely racehorse champion that WED (SHOPPERS’) 10:20 & 6:15 brings them together is a lovely movie Or use the online complaint form Irresistibly charming, inspiring, warm, designed to make you feel good about life, at www.mediacouncil.org.nz. Please hilarious and insightful. starring Toni Collette and Damian Lewis. include copies of the article and all JAMES & ISEY M DREAM HORSE PG Phone Jim on 0273665842 or BOTH START NEXT WEEK correspondence with the publication. SAT 2:20, SUN 1:20 Email [email protected] WED SHOPPERS’ MORNING SHOWS HOME EARLY EVENING SESSIONS WED & THU SALE BY DEADLINE SALE BY DEADLINE

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Start Your Journey... Sale By Deadline The Ultimate In Luxury Living Sale By Deadline Closes: 4:00pm Tuesday 8th Closes: 4:00pm Monday 14th ...on the property ladder, with this generously With an exceptionally smart & stylish design, June 2021 (unless sold prior) June 2021 (unless sold prior) sized family home positioned on a full site, ______this brand-new & spacious 4 bedroom home ______which has subdivision potential. The fresh features 3 bathrooms & is tailor-made for View View kitchen will inspire the creative cook in you, growing families or multi-generational living. Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm the additional storage areas off the carport ______Loaded with extras, the home includes a ______will swallow up all your treasures, and the Agent stunning open plan living area, additional Agent double garage down the back can be ideally Mark Derbyshire 021 181 7747 lounge & a sound proofed media room. The Braden Chick 027 373 7790 set up as an entertainment room for the kids, Gary Derbyshire 021 149 4371 west wing of the home is perfect for or for the restoration project. Grandparents with their own bedroom, LJ Hooker Te Awamutu bathroom, living area & single garage. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 (07) 871 5044 teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1F3WGG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1F3UGG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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6/72 Armstrong Avenue Te Awamutu 2 1 1 Ideal Downsizer or Rental Sale By Deadline Closes: 4:00pm This solid and secure brick unit is the perfect downsizer or Wednesday 2nd June 2021 (unless sold prior) rental. Featuring two double bedrooms, conservatory and a carport, the property is only a short stroll to town. View Sunday 2:00 - 2:30pm Contact Braden today and organise a time to view. teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1F3SGG8

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When Location Counts Sale By Deadline Closes: 3:00pm Monday 31st This solid 1970's brick home unit with aluminum May 2021 (unless sold prior) joinery, is conveniently located close to Te ______Awamutu's main street. Recently refurbished, View the property will attract attention from a Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm range of buyers, including retirees looking to ______292 Turere Lane Te Awamutu 3 2 3 downsize, young couples wanting to establish Agent Location, Location themselves on the property market or For Sale By Negotiation Fiona Collins 027 295 4250 Popular Turere Lane is the drawcard for this well designed, investors keen to bolster their portfolios. [email protected] warm family home. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms View teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1F0EGG8 and several living areas to suit everyone, the great garaging, LJ Hooker Te Awamutu central courtyard and privacy are just a bonus! (07) 871 5044 Call now! LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 Gary Derbyshire 021 149 4371 teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1F2VGG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 [email protected] LJ Hooker Te Awamatu trading as Te Awamutu Realty (REAA 2008). All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.