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ISSN 1170-1099 klbprofessional hairworks 477 Sloane St opposite VE Vets Published Tuesday and Thursday WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2008 870 1688 321TC047/04 Circulated FREE to all households throughout Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. Extra copies 40c. BRIEFLY Early Christmas for car winners ‘Blarey’ Xmas, noisy New Year The Christmas/New Year period saw 65 complaints fi led in regards to stereo, bass and party noise reports Waipa Dis- trict Council. This was an increase of 14 complaints, up from 51 com- plaints in 06/07. As a result at least two prop- erties are likely to be facing further action, but most com- plaints were resolved without any problems. The workload for Coun- cil’s noise control offi cers was evenly split between Te Awamutu and Cambridge. The Christmas/New Year period covers December 21- January 3. Dry end to ‘07 Weather-wise at least there was a dry fi nish to 2007, reports Te Awamutu weather watcher Paul Hobbs. December saw 80.5mm of rain in the area, only about three quarters of the average December rainfall, but still much higher than November’s meagre 49mm. The dry fi nish contributed to the fourth driest annual total of 1213mm, in the 18 years that Mr Hobbs has been keeping records. Kawhia car WINNERS of the main prize in the Christmas a new lounge suite from the local Furniture ticket in the draw for every $100 spent. retail promotion in Te Awamutu, Colin Court. When interviewed at the December Organiser Mark McNaughten of Furniture boot sale and Krasi May and son Simeon with their 22 draw, they were looking forward to Court says the promotion was a huge 1999 Mazda MX5. The family live on the enjoying the sporty convertible over success and certainly achieved its aim A car boot sale at Anniver- Te Awamutu side of Cambridge and the summer. There were 15 participating stores of ensuring a high proportion of locals did sary Weekend will serve as a bulk of their entries came from purchasing in the promotion, which gave shoppers a their Christmas shopping in Te Awamutu. Kawhia School fundraiser. The sale will take place on the school fi eld from 9am-noon on Saturday, January 25. Tragic start to 2008 Cannabis sales Charge for cars is $10 (no bookings) or for a hall table $5 The New Year started tragically for a the patients, as well as family contact (bookings required). Kihikihi family when a horror crash left details. cut from caravan Entry is free to the public. one woman dead and three other people The police serious crash unit is investi- A man (63) and a woman (57) have made an initial For more information phone fi ghting for their lives. gating the cause of the crash, which hap- court appearance following their arrest at Aotea on Carey Thom at 871 0086. Robyn Tara Howell (37) was a front seat pened on a straight stretch of road in fi ne New Year’s Eve. passenger in a Mitsubishi Lancer that conditions. The pair face charges of possession of cannabis for Secure bikes collided head-on with a Toyota van just The crash was the third serious acci- supply, selling cannabis and offences under the sale south of Kihikihi about 2.45pm on New dent on a one kilometre stretch of road Te Awamutu Police warn the of liquor act following the execution of a search war- Year’s Day. She died at the scene. south of Kihikihi in a month - although public to secure motorbikes af- rant by Police. Eight other people, including the 34- the road is not thought to be a contribut- ter a spate of thefts in the area. The premises searched was a caravan that oper- year-old male driver of the car, and the ing factor. ates as a shop at Aotea. The thieves don’t seem to 30-year-old driver of a van carrying a The 34-year-old driver of the car is fac- mind whether they are road, Chinese family on a holiday outing to ing charges of driving while disqualifi ed. farm, trail or children’s models Waitomo Caves, were taken to Waikato Acting Sergeant Mark Strongman of - they will take anything that is Happy New Year Hospital in a critical condition (four am- Te Awamutu Police said the driver had Welcome back to Courier readers. This week’s edi- available. bulances were required). crossed the centre line, causing the ac- Sergeant Gael Mockford says tions of the Courier will be published Wednesday and Hospital staff praised the bravery of a cident. Blood tests would reveal whether Friday, while next week we return to normal publish- owners should secure their seven-year-old boy who, despite suffer- the driver had been drinking. motorbikes and make sure ing days of Tuesday and Thursday. ing injuries from the crash, acted as a Mr Strongman said the deceased was a If you have community news or wish to advertise they do not leave keys in the translator before an interpreter arrived. long time Kihikihi resident and her loss ignition. your business contact the Te Awamutu Courier (ph 871 He provided names, ages and details of would be keenly felt. 5151) or call in to our offi ce, 336 Alexandra Street. NNewew yyearear sspecialpecial OPEN 7 DAYS Famous 2003 Suzuki LTF400 Phone 871 4009 Eiger Grouse Cnr Sloane & Vaile Sts TE AWAMUTU Offer valid until 14/01/08 while stocks last Captain Morgan Chatelle Brandy 1 Litre 1 Litre WWASAS $$64956495 NNOWOW $$49954995 Peter Glidden Honda 462 Ohaupo Road, 2 for ..9999 ..9999 009TC024-08 Te Awamutu $$6565 $$3333 $$3333 Ph 871 7317 009TC012-08 CRIMELINE Salt Water Sports Fishing Steering group for Te Awamutu Police 872 0100 EMERGENCY 111 KAWHIA HIGH TIDES Te Awamutu Police have dealt with the fol- ADD EIGHT MINUTES FOR RAGLAN HABOUR lowing matters so far this year: town’s CBD upgrade Tuesday, January 1: WEDNESDAY: 11.36am Woman arrested for EBA, Ohaupo Road. THURSDAY: 11.56am & 12.11pm A steering group of Te Awamutu the project is progressing. Man arrested for driving while suspended. FRIDAY: 12.33am & 12.47pm and Kakepuku Ward councillors has “The issuing of an invitation to Man arrested for breaching bail conditions. SATURDAY: 1.11am & 1.25pm been formed to consider designs for make submissions, and to be heard Car and van crash on State Highway three SUNDAY: 1.50am & 2.06pm the proposed Te Awamutu centre on them is well underway, and mem- just south of Kihikihi, killing female passenger MONDAY: 2.32am & 2.51pm upgrade. bers of the public will all be able to in car. Members of the steering group, express their views and have their Headstone reported stolen from Te Awamutu comprising of Cr Graham Jull, Cr say on the upgrade,” Mr Cox says. cemetery. George Simmons, Cr Hazel Barnes, “The steering group, with assist- Wednesday, January 2: Cr Michael Cox and Cr Laurie Hov- ance from Council staff and consult- Motorbike stolen from garage, Hall Street. erd, ants will then make their recom- House broken into on Bank Road, nothing together with Council staff and mendations to the full Council. taken. SScoopcoop consultants from Grey Matter, met “ We would also like to welcome Te Stolen car located at Te Pahu. twice in December to discuss the Awamutu Community Board chair- Friday, January 4: establishment of a timetable for the man Dean Taylor, who has been co- Woman arrested for breach of bail condi- project and the production of a pub- opted into the group,” Mr Cox says. tions. lic document that will outline the The steering group reports to Youths arrested for disorderly conduct at Te NNetsets scope and various project concepts. Waipa District Council’s Strategic Awamutu Primary School, trespassed from Chair of the steering group, Cr Planning Committee, and will meet property. Michael Cox, is delighted at the way again in mid January. Man trespassed from Princess Street ad- DDon'ton't lloseose yyourour dress. Burglary, Pollard Drive, access through win- Burglars target lifestyle dow while owner away. next big catch! Saturday, January 5: Robbery at Alpha Wholesale, shop assistants physically and verbally abused. blocks around Waikato Sunday, January 6 Owners of rural lifestyle blocks are anyone notices anything amiss. Letterboxes smashed on Te Rahu Road. being urged by Police to ensure their Recent reports of suspicious Males seen starting contractors’ tractors on properties are adequately secured activity describe cars driving up section in Finch Street. while away on holiday or at work rural driveways and the occupants Motorbike stolen from Arapuni Road ad- following a spate of recent burglaries trying the doors of homes. dress. in Waikato rural districts. “Offenders include both men and Shed broken into on Bank Street, line trim- Detective Sergeant Rob Isaac of women, if the door is opened they mer and petrol tin taken. the Hamilton Burglary Squad says ask for obscure directions or the Monday, January 7 burglars are attracted to the rural whereabouts of fi ctitious people.” Male arrested for EBA. Passenger in car also lifestyle blocks for similar reasons Police recommend farm and arrested for breaching bail conditions. to owners. lifestyle block owners obtain “Owners enjoy the isolation, driveway buzzers that send a text 24 hour Victim Support is available in quietness and the fact there’s not to their cell phones when someone Te Awamutu by phoning 027 4711529. a neighbour in sight, unfortunately comes up their drive. these same conditions appeal to Gates should be secured with offenders. heavy duty chain and fences kept Quad rider injured “And lifestyle blocks offer the best in good repair while farm houses, of both worlds with plasma screen cow, implement and other sheds and A man injured in a quad bike rollover, while 009TC009-08 TVs, electronics, food and alcohol fuel tanks should have good security he was herding sheep on his farm near Wharepu- like city addresses while at the same lighting.