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Te Awamutu The Hire Centre Te Awamutu Landscape Lane, Te Awamutu YourC community newspaper for over 100 years Thursday, December 6, 2018 0800 TA Hire | www.hirecentreta.co.nz Record fundraiser Supercars champ revs up Cornerstone auction

Get to know BY CATHY ASPLIN Thunderous applause accom- your neighbour panied champion driver Scott Pirongia residents are invited McLaughlin’s opening statement to connect with their at this year’s Cornerstone Trust neighbours on the 10th luncheon. anniversary of National “This is my first appearance Neighbours Day this March. as a Supercars Champion!” Drop into an information The Kiwi driver was guest session on Friday, December 7 speaker at last week’s charity from 2pm-4pm at Pirongia event, just days after winning the Community Hall on Crozier V8 Supercars Series Champion- Street to find out how you and ship in Australia. your neighbours can connect Scott, 25, said since his signed and celebrate the anniversary . shirt was auctioned at last year’s event “a fair bit has changed”. He had his first driving Healthy kids experience when his family was Sport Waikato’s Whaanau living in Hamilton. Kori Tamariki Ora - Active “Dad was interested in a new Families, Healthy Kids car and took us to the Gary Keith programme is now open to Motors car yard in our Club families with children from 2-10 Sport. years. “While he was looking at cars, Together with the family, my sister and I decided to look at Sport Waikato looks at a little Skoda up the hill. behaviours around food, “I was in the driver’s seat and activity, screen time and sleep didn’t really know what manual habits and comes up with a plan was, but I took it out of gear. My that will make a long-term sister managed to take the difference to the health and handbrake off and with that we wellbeing of families with young rolled down the hill — straight children. into dad’s car. The programme is free and “He was furious as we had available to anyone living in the smashed the lights on the Skoda Waikato with children aged — no surprise really — and between 2 and 10. dented his car. If you or someone you know “The car yard was very good is interested, find out more at about it, but Dad threw us into tinyurl.com/ycr9cy9l our car and said ‘we’re going Supercars champion Scott McLaughlin writes on the tank of a Suzuki Mudbug, donated by Ilana Wilks home!’ “He slammed the car door and Mark Penny (right). After the auction new owners Allan and Jan Mockford (left) plan to replace the Pool party for so hard he popped out the dent. tank of their new farm bike so they can keep Scott’s message in pristine condition. Photo / Cathy Asplin “All good!” Around a week local children later Scott took the next step in “I was ticking my goals off “I was on live TV after a race “Having fellow Kiwi Shane Go Waipa¯is hosting a kids’ his driving career. each year, even though I crashed in Adelaide, when I swore after I van Gisbergen breathing down pool party at the Events Centre “We went to a have-a-go a few times!” ‘gave it some jandal’, and the my neck pushed me even on Friday, December 14 at karting day at Mystery Creek He was sixth in Bathurst in coverage attracted the attention harder.” 6.30pm. and I haven’t looked back. I was 2012 and followed up by signing a of American Ron Penske. He says the pair have a fierce The event is for children aged six at that stage and started three-year contract with Garry “That contract with DJR rivalry on the track, but massive 5-12. There will be racing when I was seven.” Rogers Motorsport. Team Penske changed my life respect off the track. inflatables, a hydro slide, pool After winning karting titles in He won his first V8 Supercars forever. In 2017 I had a record lap Next year Scott’s looking for- toys, Christmas crafts, New Zealand and Australia he race at Pukekohe in 2013. at Bathurst, but also had to look ward to driving a new car. Santa and a sausage sizzle. had a dream of racing Supercars, “I thought being paid to drive at mistakes made in the race. It “We’ve got a new Mustang Limited tickets so did work experience with was so cool — driving a Volvo was hard to take, but I learnt to coming — I’m really excited available from reception. Stone Brothers Racing in 2010. wasn’t quite so cool — but I was be hurt and come back stronger. about that. It’s being built from In 2011 he had his first win in allowed to be myself.” “So this year the aim was to scratch and should be fast.” the NZ Touring Car series aged In 2014 Scott attracted some have a top 10 place in every race just 17. unexpected attention. — in the end we averaged third. ■ Continued Page 5

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■ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Council forgets about ratepayers 14,045 The last Courier identified Waipa¯District e-bikes — disregarding whether ratepayers they are using for council staff’s e-bikes? Or Council helping its very own staff to would benefit from this by having the same is it the funds from the recently handed over 14,045* purchase e-bikes. access to the ‘interest free’ loans. Palmer St council units to Habitat For CIRCULATION 14,045* The premise of this underlying message That aside, this shows a blatant disregard Humanity, or the funds for creating the is so silly I am shocked to say that the CEO by council for its ratepayers, their ignorance belated Pirongia Cycle Track that we heard and CFO support this, it obviously and strong reluctance to maintain the so much about? highlights that council has deviated from its district. By the time that council procrastinates obligations to maintain the district for the Clear evidence of this, is the disregard to over the purchase of these e-bikes the cost ratepayers (not providing for and protecting maintaining Te Awamutu’s water supply, would go a long way to putting on an its council staff). an issue council has known about and been environmentally friendly bus service that I am sure these well paid staff can afford presented over 20 years ago, yet they divert would achieve the same goal, but also their own bike, instead council again is funds from actually doing anything about it. service the ratepayers who have been again diverting funds to provide — get this They continue twiddling their fingers, forgotten about here. ‘interest free’ loans to staff to purchase these pulling funds off ratepayers. Is it these funds HAYDEN WOODS (Abridged) [email protected]

[email protected] No reassurance Amazing talents [email protected] I was so pleased to read in this country, called New This year’s concert by brought the house down. [email protected] June Bright’s letter reassur- Zealand by the way, not Gaylene Foster’s School of Putting on the Glitz featured ing us that we can trust the Aotearoa New Zealand. Dance was again spectacular. the Sugar Plum Fairy danced by Government over abortion, I don’t remember us The amazing talent all of the the senior ballet dancers which [email protected] and euthanasia, and having a referendum chang- dancers carried off the meaning was very beautiful. Fire , by the legalising drugs. ing our country’s name. of their dance with great talent. intermediate contemporary I feel so much better. Suicide is already a The costumes were outstanding dancers set us alight for the [email protected] Yeah right. major concern, we don’t making the dancers fit their following hip hop, tap dancing First of all, we do not need to make it legal. role. and jazz. have a legitimate govern- Drugs are already a The Magical Garden was de- The adult dancers were ment. major concern, we don’t lightful with the very young amazing with their adult tap We have a government need to make it legal as well. preliminary dancers dressed as and then their masquerade ball elected by one-man, Win- New Zealand has become flowers, butterflies, ladybirds, and the show finished with the ston Peters, and that says it a secular society and many sunflowers, fairies, bees, and senior ballet cleverly all. Who, based on his rein our society have no moral even some frogs amongst many performing to Mistake Waltz . cord, would trust him? compass. other animals and birds. Te Awamutu has very good [email protected] What happened to dem- We live in a beautiful Classic Guys and Gals sec- reason to be very proud of these ocracy? country, with most of our tion was outstanding with the many dancers both female and If we look at overseas people being decent people, guest dancers Highland Melody male. All fit, healthy and happy experience on all these but we really do need to group performing the highland and enjoying performing. for a issues, we will find that push back this leftist fling, Irish jigs, the sailors horn- packed out audience . despite the so-called movement, who are deter- pipe all to the tune of bagpipes. Thank you again Gaylene safeguards they are abused. mined to pursue social en- There was the Frank Sinatra Foster and your team for mak- We’re online at nzmecommunitynews.pressreader.com The fact is that man is not gineering to our detriment. backed hip hop, Greased Light- ing it possible for us to enjoy to be trusted with power Congratulations Barbara ning jazz, the Amazing Grace such an amazing energetic con- over anyone’s life. Linton for speaking out. ballet, Singing in the Rain and cert. 2016 We have major problems DENNIS CATCHPOLE many other classics that HAZEL BARNES Christmas Demonstrator Sellout

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i a Thursday, December 6, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 3 Bright future ahead for promising young muso BY BETHANY ROLSTON THE BOYS ARE BACK! Every Thursday Sean Lurman gets to play music all day. It’s his favourite day of the week. It’s another fun “B-SHARP” session The 11-year-old Te Awamutu this Sunday from 3pm in the Garden Bar, Intermediate student is crazy about the guitar. and it’s open mic so bring your talent, He plays in the school’s rock or sit back and enjoy some great food band, symphonic band and jazz band, which takes up a big portion of and bevvies to all the songs his day on a Thursday. we know and love..!! This year Sean’s rock band Army of Prawns placed third at intermediate music competition Bandslam, 815 FRANKLIN ST - PIRONGIA - PH 07 871 9838 with Sean placing second for guitar. www.ﬁvestagspirongia.co.nz Sean plays plenty of music outside of school, too. He recently placed second in his category at the Mount Maunganui Busking Festival, winning a chunk Phone: 06 357 3619 Mob: 027 269 4277 of the prize money. Email: [email protected] This year’s event had the biggest number of entries in the history of the festival. 2019 SOUTH ISLAND TOURS In his spare time and weekends, the budding guitarist busks on the 20 DAYS SOUTH ISLAND TOUR streets of Cambridge, Raglan and Mt Te Awamutu 11-year-old Sean Lurman earns up to $100 an hour busking, 13 March & 6 April 2019 COST Maunganui, making up to $100 an most of which goes into purchasing musical equipment. Photo / Supplied hour. 19 DAYS SOUTH ISLAND TOUR His earnings go back into pur- him play. wants to be a famous musician. 13 October 2019 COST $3,900* chasing musical instruments and “Their minds are blown when His ultimate dream is to teach *FAREWELL SPITTOUR INCLUDED IN COST equipment. they realise how old I am,” he says. guitar and own his own music shop. So far he has bought an electric He also played a few gigs in bars Sean’s mum Cherie says she is guitar and an acoustic guitar, as well in Phuket while on a family holiday. very proud of her son. 2019 BAY OF ISLANDS TOUR as a few amplifiers to add to his Sean started to learn the guitar at “He was born with this talent and collection. eight, taking private lessons from we are so happy to watch him up on 14 DAYS BAY OF ISLANDS TOUR Sean also plays regular gigs at MusiqHub’s Carl Watkins. stage and support him.” 2 May 2019 COST $3,250 Biddy Mulligan’s Irish Pub in Ham- Carl played an integral part in “A special thanks goes out to Check us out Cost of tour based on twin share. ilton and won the pub’s recent talent recognising Sean’s talent and Shearer’s MusicWorks in Hamilton, For an itinerary please ring MARGARET quest. encouraging him. who have provided the guidance and on Facebook! He was invited to open for Sean is currently in the guitar expertise when it comes to purchas- www.margaretsgoldentours.com Waikato Fest, an event at the pub, in extension class at Te Awamutu ing equipment and performing. October and often performs there Intermediate. He also learns online “Their encouragement has been with musicians from the Hamilton from YouTube tutorials. ongoing and very much valued.” Enquiries any time: TOLL FREE 0800 77 00 70 Blues Society. He loves covering rock songs by If you want to check out Sean’s He is the youngest member in the The Eagles, Metallica and Pink talent, he will be playing in Hamil- society and is grateful to perform Floyd — the stuff his parents listen ton’s Garden Place on Saturday, with and learn from the established to. He’s also written a few original December 22 from 12.15pm to ‘It’s like hanging Waikato musicians. songs. 1.30pm. O¯ haupo¯ musician John Maydon Sean says he plays music because Sean is also taking bookings to out with a best introduced Sean to blues music and “it’s lots of fun” and he loves the perform at family gatherings and has been a mentor and supporter of thrill of being on stage. events. friend...with Sean over the last year. Sean can also play the drums and Sean says people sometimes walk is learning the keyboard. ■ Sean can be contacted at 021 656891 less Pinot.’ into the pub off the street to hear When he leaves school, Sean or [email protected] ALLYSON GOFTON COAST FAN Santa Claus is here this Saturday

There are just two more days volunteers, keep back from the road until 4pm Mahoe St from Churchill until the 2018 edition of the Rotary and keep an eye on children at all St to Arawata St and Arawata St Gisler Christmas Parade. times. Head into town in plenty of from Mahoe St to Alexandra St will LOVE THE MUSIC The organisers sincerely thank time to find a park outside the CBD also be closed for the parade and the businesses community, local and make the walk to the main clean-up. churches, schools, sports and ser- street for the noon start. Cafe´ owner and Te Awamutu vice clubs for taking part. Alexandra St from Arawata St to Rod and Custom Club member With so many participants, Mutu/Rewi St, Selwyn Lane, Gorst Murray Peterson will once again be safety is always a main focus — as Ave, Churchill St behind the Events hosting a display of hot rods, classic well as having fun. Centre and Mahoe St from Arawata and custom cars around Central coastonline.co.nz The public is asked to follow St to Selwyn Lane will be closed Cafe´during the morning and shops Auckland 105.4FM • Bay of Islands 89.6FM • Christchurch 90.1FM & 1593AM • Wanaka 94.6FM • Dunedin 104.6FM & 954AM • Gisborne 88.3FM • Hawkes Bay 1584AM instructions from organisers and from 7am until 4pm. From 11am will be open for business. Kapiti 95.9FM • Manawatu 1548AM • Nelson 100.8FM • Whangarei 900AM • Rotorua 96.7FM • Southland 92.4FM • Taranaki 1323AM & 1359AM • Tauranga 97.4FM Waikato 105FM • Wanganui 98.4FM • Wellington 95.7FM Body Buzz can help with Full sleigh for raffle Arthritis Pain, Water Retention, Weight Loss, Circulation, Hormonal Balance, Strength, Balance, Fitness

Pakeke Lions’ Ray Jackson (left) and Ian Grey help pack the sleigh chock-full of goodies ready to raffle off. Photo / Colin Thorsen

BY COLIN THORSEN Bank, Paper Plus and kids’ eyes light up when Countdown. they spotted the tractor Christmas will come A book of five tickets and trailer was a joy to early for one lucky winner can be purchased for $5 or behold. of this year’s Pakeke Lions one ticket for $2. The Barnyard sleigh raffle. The raffle will be drawn Childcare owner/manager Raffle convenor Ray on Monday, December 17 Michelle Cummings was Jackson said he has been and the winner published blown away by the gener- overwhelmed by the gener- in the Te Awamutu Cour- osity of the Toomaths. osity of local businesses ier. In 2013 the raffle win- who have donated a huge Pakeke Lions are ner, Ka¯whia mother of four number of items once always on the look out for adult children and five again this year. more volunteers to sell the grandchildren, Tania What youngster raffle tickets. Carnachan, donated all the wouldn’t want a New If you are willing to toys to the City Mission Holland kids ride-on trac- assist, contact Shirley and hospitals. tor? Grey on 871 6959. “The City Mission does There is a blow-up kids All the profits from the great things,” said Mrs swimming pool, numerous ticket sales go to local Carnachan, who, at the kids toys and games, charities. time, had three grand- jigsaws, Sunbeam slow There have been some children living in New Zea- cooker, cellphone, Fossil memorable gestures by land aged 16, 19 and 22, and watch, bath towels, car past winners of the mon- two aged seven and 10 radio, Armorall gift pack, ster sleigh raffle. living in Perth. power lock and garden ten- One was Pa¯terangi One item she did not Ria Rengelick Lost 13 kg nis set — just a few of the couple Michael and Gladys give up was a fish smoker. goodies in the chock-full Toomath donating all the “That will come in real sleigh. toys from their prize win handy for smoking our Joint stiffness gone Second prize is a ham in 2016 to The Barnyard mullet,” she said. supplied by Magill’s Meats Childcare who had several Con Williams, raffle and vouchers. of their toys stolen right on winner in 2010, said sev- Heartburn gone Third prize is poultry Christmas a year earlier. eral of the items were put and sundries. “We have no children of aside for his children and Raffle tickets went on our own so we hope the four grandchildren, while Waist 13 cm smaller sale at 9.30am outside The kids at The Barnyard get the rest was given to the Warehouse last Thursday many, many hours of fun Salvation Army Christmas and will continue to be sold and laughter from playing Appeal. I joined Body Buzz because my joints were very stiff and at various venues around with the toys,” said Mr Con is a regular sup- sore. I had read that Body Buzz was good for circulation the town from Wednesday Toomath. porter of the raffle. He to Saturday each week Pakeke Lions raffle con- thanked the Pakeke Lions and lymphatic draining. I had also heard it gets rid of until December 15, the last vener at the time, Ian Grey, for the work it does in day. presented the toys, includ- fundraising for the com- water retention and is good for weight loss. I had tried to Other venues for ing a kids’ miniature ride- munity. tickets, besides The Ware- on Kubota tractor and He also thanked local lose weight before but could not get under 85 kg so if I house, are Pak‘nSave, the trailer, to The Barnyard. businesses that support lost weight then that would be a bonus. I booked a free main street outside ANZ Ian said seeing all the the raffle. consultation and Marty showed me the beginner program which only took 12 minutes. It felt really good as though my Sanctuary fined for sewage body could not get enough of it. That night I could feel the effects of the vibration training. It was good to be able to The body corporate of a Hamilton Judge Harland said that she was gated community, The Sanctuary, has surprised by the complete lack of in- sleep without pain and also be able to get out of bed in the been convicted and fined $53,550 for formation about the outlet pipe. discharging sewage wastewater from its She said that the body corporate was morning without being so stiff. wastewater system into a city stream. “extremely careless, bordering on reck- Hamilton District Court Judge less” and needed to ensure the I watched Marty’s nutrition DVD’s as instructed and was Melanie Harland said there were “as- wastewater system was properly tounding aspects to the case”. maintained. surprised to ﬁ nd that I had been eating incorrectly. He helped An overflow pipe from the privately The judge noted that human effluent is owned wastewater system was discov- normally regarded as more noxious than me with a new nutrition plan and after 5 months I had lost ered discharging wastewater into the dairy effluent. 13 kg. Not only that I also took his Vitamin and Mineral drink Kirikiriroa Stream in north Hamilton in “Clearly, if a stream that feeds into the March last year. Waikato River is contaminated with which makes me feel really well. I understand now why I got The Kirikiriroa Stream flows to the human sewage, this is an offence to all Waikato River. people.” breast cancer and how I can avoid or at least reduce the Waikato Regional Council’s incident Regional Council investigations and response team attended and found the incident response manager Patrick risk of getting it again. I also lost 13 cm off my waist which pipe to be discharging about 300 litres of Lynch said the prosecution served as yet means I can wear really nice tops again. wastewater per hour. another warning to people who are The council could not determine how responsible for effluent systems, whether long the discharge had been occurring, human, dairy or otherwise, that the but found that the illegal discharge had system must be fit for purpose and well For enquiries or to make an appointment been the result of a series of systemic maintained to ensure there are not faults that were under the control of The harmful discharges into the environ- Sanctuary’s body corporate. ment. for a free consultation The discharge was reported to the body corporate, which took steps to stop ■ See a video of Waikato Regional Council Phone Marty on 0274576744. the overflow and return the pumping staff discovering the sewage discharge into station to proper operation. Kirikiriroa Stream on our Facebook page. Thursday, December 6, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 5 Record auction for Cornerstone Trust

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Scott says he’s lucky to RECORD BIDS be in a great place at the moment and was thrilled A record amount — to have his parents (now $45,600 — was raised living in Mt Maunganui) through the auction at and nana at the luncheon. this year’s luncheon. He encouraged all the Top bids were paid for young athletes present. Scott’s visor ($5500) “Enjoy your time com- and his framed photos peting, be the best you can ($6000). be and soak it all up.” Other top lots included He spent considerable the Lovelock oak sap- time talking to guests, ling ($3000), a World having his photo taken and Cup rugby jersey autographing items. ($4000), Connolly paint- He donated his race ing services ($4100) visor from Bathurst and and a Suzuki motorbike framed photos taken after ($3000). his final race which Many of the items in the clinched the 2018 title. auction (including the With a little encourage- oak sapling and World ment from his father, he Former All Black Stan Meads adds his signature to his Cup rugby jersey) were also threw in two passes to brother’s, the late Colin Meads, on a limited edition sourced or supplied by watch racing at Pukekohe. jersey, won in the auction by Clayton Timmo. the late Martin “I’m happy to support Photo / Cathy Asplin McTamney. the trust. He was remembered “I wish there was some- fondly during a tribute thing like this to help me from trustee Mick Hen- through the ranks when I derson who explained was younger — it’s awe- Martin’s dedication to some!” the trust. Mick also announced a new addition to the Cor- nerstone luncheon, a memorial award to be Novice karter Louise presented in Martin’s Rawson (13), bankrolled honour. by her father Glenn, had It will be given to the top the top bid for the Scott performing grant recipi- McLaughlin framed ent each year and will photos. Scott provided a be accompanied with a handwritten message of ‘bonus’ grant. encouragement on the The tribute finished back of the frame and with a minute’s ap- threw in two tickets to Grant and Shirley Wilks purchased the Jack Lovelock plause (rather than a watch racing at Puke- oak tree sapling which will be planted at Albert Park. moment’s silence). kohe. Photo / Cathy Asplin Photo / Cathy Asplin BULK BUY CAPTIVA RUN OUT 10 ONLY WHILE STOCKS LAST

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Waikato Regional Council has Joint Committee, said buses en- only available for use with a voted to introduce an accessi- able people with disabilities to registered public transport bility concession, providing ap- live more independently — get- smartcard. proved people with free travel on ting to jobs, medical An application for a perman- public bus services. appointments and social ent or temporary accessibility The decision by the strategy engagements. fare concession must be and policy committee — “A 100 per cent concession supported by written verifi- applauded by an audience repre- will be a first in this country. As cation of eligibility from an ap- senting the disability commun- a progressive region, it’s import- proved assessment organisation, ity — will go to the full meeting of ant we help persons with dis- and photo identification to be council next Wednesday for final abilities go about their normal held on file with the regional approval. day.” council. Waikato will be the first re- The cost of the concession will Renewals will be required. gion in New Zealand to provide a be co-funded by the NZ Transport Youth concession business 100 per cent accessibility con- Agency and ratepayers, and it is case cession, which will come into estimated it will cost the council Also during the meeting, re- effect from mid-2019 when the up to $75,000 per annum. gional councillors voted to sup- new bus ticketing system is During the meeting council- port the development of a busi- implemented. lors also endorsed an eligibility ness case to use a youth con- Councillors heard a presenta- criteria for the concession, cession to get students onto pub- tion from young Hamilton which will be available to any lic buses and off the roads. Te Awamutu Bridge Club players Marie Berry (left) and Margaret woman, Joy Ho, a regular bus person of any age if it can be Hamilton city councillor Smith made the greatest percentage rise between the two user who had asked the council demonstrated they have a physi- Geoff Taylor said during the sessions. They are pictured with Te Awamutu club president Nick to consider a disability con- cal, intellectual, psychological, meeting that the city was grap- Cantlon. Photo / Supplied cession in a submission to the sensory or neurological impair- pling with traffic congestion and Regional Public Transport Plan ment that prevents them from the morning peak, particularly Te Awamutu Bridge Club has Awamutu players Bruce earlier this year. being legally able to drive a during school terms. finished the year with a bang — Mandeno and Alison Snell whose She described how buses pro- private motor vehicle or is such He said roads were clogged, and is already looking forward to result was closest to 50 per cent, vide freedom of movement, help that they will be unable to drive with a notable improvement dur- next year. and Margaret Smith and Marie her to be more active and get to once of a legal driving age. ing the holidays. The group continued a season Berry who made the greatest and from her part-time admin It will be available to those “More roads are not the solu- of bridge Christmas parties with percentage rise between the two job. She said more than 2500 who have a temporary or per- tion. a day of bridge followed by a sessions. people had signed a petition manent impairment that results “We need to get people onto Christmas dinner organised by Te Awamutu Bridge Club is supporting her push for a con- in a transport disability. A tem- public transport,” Mr Taylor told members of the club. taking a break from December 8 cession. porary impairment means a per- regional councillors. Thirty-eight pairs of keen until January 31. “The opportunities for people son will be unable to drive for a Hamilton City Council had bridge players from around the It always welcomes new mem- with disabilities are endless,” period of six months or more but already agreed to a $25,000 con- region celebrated in style with Te bers and has three sessions a she told councillors. is expected to recover from the tribution for a business case. Awamutu president Nick week: Tuesday 11am (bring your Geoff Taylor also spoke in impairment. Waikato Regional Council Cantlon directing the event. lunch), Wednesday 7.30pm and support of the proposal, on behalf Any person included within agreed to match the amount, Sally Whittaker won the Friday 1.15pm. The club meets at of Hamilton city councillors. the Total Mobility Scheme will subject to 75 per cent of the total award for the top Te Awamutu 888 Te Rahu Rd. Russ Rimmington, Waikato be eligible for an accessibility cost of the business case being player with her partner Kate regional councillor and co-chair concession. covered by the NZ Transport McFayden from Cambridge. ■ For more information contact 871 of the Hamilton Public Transport An accessibility concession is Agency. Special prizes also went to Te 7441 or [email protected]

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Tuesday’s thunderstorm dumped record amounts of December rain across the Wai- kato and Auckland regions, while lightning strikes killed cows at Te Kowhai and injured a woman in Mangere. Here the storm moved straight over much of the region — lightning strikes and accompanying thunder were right overhead in Te Awamutu. On the eastern side of town the strikes were alarmingly close to Alan and Bev Empson’s home, and even closer to their worker’s cottage. One strike hit and split a 150-year-old redwood tree about Before: View of farm from Alan and Bev 100 metres from the house, and Empson’s home on Cambridge Rd. Photo / Supplied After: The same view. Photo / Supplied just 50m from the cottage. Alan had recently taken a corresponding image taken He said the whole house in all directions. One of the Closer view of the damage photo of the view from the house, Tuesday afternoon shows the shook when the lightning struck larger pieces took down power caused by Tuesday’s lightning which shows the tree intact. A tree was split clean in half. and wood from the tree flew 50m lines on their property. strike. Photo / Supplied Asthmatics need to plan ahead for a summer break

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Te Awamutu Kiwanis Club is Pickering and Grant Gardiner, finishing the year on a high and two of the group’s longest serving has a lot to look back on as it members. celebrates another year of sup- Richard and Grant have each porting Te Awamutu children given 35 years of service to and youth. Kiwanis and the Te Awamutu The community service club, community. open to men and women, aims to The Kiwanis Club of Te Awa- make Te Awamutu a better place mutu has supported many local live. groups and projects throughout President Ben Williams says the year. the club helps projects and activi- It purchased a trailer for the ties which benefit families and Pirongia Cub & Scouts group to young children in Te Awamutu use at its firewood fundraising and surrounding areas. working bees and camp trips. “We tend to be doers, rather The club bought a shed for than writers of cheques,” Ben Riding for the Disabled and says. helped fund an assistance dog for The club relies on its own a local autistic child. firewood sales to raise money to The Kiwanis Club of Te Awa- help local groups. mutu sponsored the speech and Ben says a highlight of the drama section prize at Te Awa- year was presenting a Legion of mutu Festival of Performing Arts Honour award to Richard and provided bar and wait staff at

The Kiwanis Club of Te Awamutu purchased a trailer for the Pirongia Cub & Scouts group — just one of the many groups the club has supported this year. Photo / Supplied

the Cornerstone Trust fundrais- filled with educational items such support groups throughout New ing luncheon. as books, desks and computers. Zealand, including in Te Awa- It helped with a barbecue at Kiwanis clubs in Vanuatu mutu, for seniors tasked with the Waikato Westpac Rescue help distribute items directly to raising their grandchildren. Helicopter Open Day, sponsored the schools in need. The Kiwanis Club of Te Awa- children attending the Kainga The 12th annual Kiwanis mutu meets on the second and Aroha Christmas camp and Charity Golf Tournament in fourth Monday of the month. helped with maintenance work at March, organised by the five Meetings usually include a Mahuika Community House. Kiwanis Clubs in the Waikato/ guest speaker and meal. The Te Awamutu club Bay of Plenty area, raised over All welcome to attend. Club president Ben Williams (left) presents a Legion of Honour supports an ongoing project in $10,000 for diabetic children. award to Grant Gardiner (right) and Richard Pickering, who have Vanuatu which sends two or Next year’s main recipient is ■ For more information about each given 35 years of service to Kiwanis and the Te Awamutu three shipping containers a year the Grandparents Raising Grand- Kiwanis contact Kevin on 871 4355 or community. Photo / Supplied to the South Pacific Ocean nation children Trust, which provides visit www.kiwanis.org.nz

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■ IN BUSINESS CIRCLES Something for the kids

BY BETHANY ROLSTON

A quaint new children’s HOT shop has opened in Te Awa- mutu and is gearing up for ■ The little red car that always lets the Christmas season. others into the flow of traffic. Kimble and Tracy Steven- ■ son are the owners of People picking up litter during their Narrativ on Alexandra St. walks in town and on rural roads. The Te Awamutu couple ■ Festive po¯hutukawa flowers in Kihi- were inspired to open the kihi's main street. store after having their first child. NOT After the arrival of their daughter in February, ■ People who don’t pay their Kimble and Tracy found they accounts on time or at all. It easily were travelling out of town amounts to a form of theft. or going online to buy speciality children’s items ■ Delivery drivers pulling out of and accessories. driveways without looking. “Before opening Narrativ, ■ The water in Pirongia tastes and we were in search of more options for children’s acces- smells revolting. The lack of progress- sories,” Tracy says. “We’re ive infrastructure for our expanding hopeful that our store will population is the problem. provide those natural, useful Narrativ is a family affair. Owners are Te Awamutu couple Kimble and Tracy Stevenson, ■ Dogs being walked without leashes and playful options to other with Kimble’s sister Ellen (right) also working in the store. Photo/ Bethany Rolston families — that special some- around subdivisions. thing that’s not always easy “We wouldn’t be here made, or thoughtful about relax and enjoy a quiet ■ Watching a vehicle ram another to find in usual stores.” without the help of our fam- them. moment,” Tracy says. car in to the path of oncoming traffic. Tracy has done her ily,” Kimble says. Many are natural or eco- There’s also a ‘re-love it’ research, ordering unique “We are so grateful for conscious and are room which sells quality items and accessories to fill their unconditional support predominantly locally preloved items. the store such as clothes, for us.” sourced, supporting every- “Children’s clothes are so toys, mums’ needs, adults’ Narrativ is a family affair, day New Zealanders. expensive — and when chil- accessories and natural pro- with Kimble’s sister Ellen Kimble and Tracy want dren grow so fast it can be ducts. also working in the store. the store to be more than just good to have quality second- Kimble and Tracy got the Kimble says the name of a place to buy things. hand children’s clothes as an keys to the building in Sep- the store reflects the idea There is a “caring corner” option.” tember and launched that “everyone has their own where parents can change or straight into renovations. story”. feed their little ones and have ■ Narrativ is at 65 Alexandra With family help, the “Our products all have a breather. St. Find the store Narrativ NZ on store now has new paint, their own story,” he says. “We want to foster a wel- Facebook/Instagram or contact carpet, lighting, signage and All items have something coming and private environ- 07 870 1879 or cabinetry. special, design-led, hand- ment where parents can [email protected] MASSIVE CLEARANCE

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Primary and intermediate enough to meet the needs of party in award finals teachers and principals have children, schools and “overwhelmingly” rejected the teachers.” Government’s latest pay offer, Lynda said the union had saying it will not fix the indus- informed the Ministry of Edu- try’s staffing “crisis”. cation and Education Minister About 30,000 New Zealand Chris Hipkins of the outcome Educational Institute Te Riu of the ballots, and would seek Roa (NZEI) union members further negotiations immedi- voted on what was the third ately, requesting a new offer round of offers, in a secret by early in term 1 next year to online ballot that closed on bring back to members. Tuesday night. The ministry’s education NZEI president Lynda secretary, Iona Holsted, said Stuart said the message from despite the rejection they members was that the offers remained committed to con- did not do enough to fix the tinuing bargaining in good crisis in teacher recruitment faith and minimising any fur- and retention. ther disruption for students’ “The big concern for mem- learning and parents. bers was that the offers had “It is only by negotiation we nothing that would give will settle this long-running teachers more time to teach or dispute,” she said. principals time to lead.” “We now invite NZEI to The move comes after mem- return to the bargaining table bers rejected two previous to discuss options for settling offers, and began strike action. the collective to meet their “From the beginning of this members’ priorities within the process we’ve been clear that $698 million package.” to attract and retain teachers Iona said the $698m pack- we need to be paid fairly and age, which followed have the time and support to bargaining in November, had ensure every child gets the been described by the Employ- best possible education,” ment Relations Authority as Lynda said. “handsome and competitive”. Te Awamutu’s Pop ‘n’ Good Bike Park opening party attracted thousands of people, including 1000 young “While the latest offer for Iona said the Government children on bikes celebrating the opening of the much-anticipated park. Photo / Supplied teachers included a total sal- was addressing workload con- ary increase of approximately cerns by spending an extra Te Awamutu’s Pop ‘n’ Good Carnival of Lights, the Light up park. Waipa¯District Council staff $9500-$11,000 over three years, $500m for learning support, Bike Park opening party hosted by Bike Spectacle in Wha¯nganui, organised the event and also it failed to address the import- providing $40m to boost Waipa¯ District Council in March Paint the Town Ed in Dunedin, supported it with close to 30 ant issues of time and class teacher supply in the short to this year is up for an award. Sort It Careers Expo in Manawatu¯ volunteers. size, which underpin the crisis medium term, developing a The community event has been and Snow in the Park in Auckland. The event organisation was led in education. long-term Education named one of six finalists in the The opening party in Te Awa- by council’s event and marketing “Disappointingly, we end Workforce strategy, work to Best Local Government event in mutu attracted thousands of adviser Amber Diprose. this year without the neces- reduce administration tasks, the New Zealand Event Associa- people, including 1000 young chil- Winners in the New Zealand sary movement from the Gov- and rolling out a Well-being tion awards. dren on bikes celebrating the Event Association awards will be ernment, and with still not Framework. It is up against Hutt City’s opening of the much-anticipated announced in March next year.

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TO WIN 1 OF 4 $100 PAK N SAVE Winners of Kihikihi Rotary’s Best Garden Competition, Edna and Peter Tyler from 10 Rolleston Street. Photo / Supplied VOUCHERS! Recently all Kihikihi township gardens before, but the judge thought it was the were judged from the road for the annual winner this year due to the well-trimmed Kihikihi Rotary Club Best Garden Com- shrubs, colorful hellebores and iceberg petition. roses. The judge said there were obviously Peter is an experienced gardener and many very nice gardens, but some could has been a caretaker at Te Awamutu not be seen from the road due to high College for 21 years. fences or shrubs. Second place went to Anne Hanham at Kihikihi Rotary Club’s aim is to 35 Hall St. encourage Kihikihi home owners to keep Anne works hard in the garden by their properties neat and tidy, and says it herself and the judge thought the result is working because the gardens are get- was lovely. ting better each year. Third place was awarded to Cheryl Owners and creators of the three best Fussell of 10 Brotherhood Court. 98.6 gardens win a garden voucher and dinner She has worked hard in her garden and drinks at the Kihikihi Rotary Dinner over the four years she has lived there and Meeting, which was held on Wednesday, is always seen by her neighbours out November 28. enjoying her gardening. First place, and first time winners, The judge struggled at Brotherhood were Edna and Peter Tyler of 10 Rolleston Court, saying they were all lovely gardens St. This garden has won minor prizes and picking the best wasn’t easy. 14 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 6, 2018 Industrial park dream now reality

BY DEAN TAYLOR It is being marketed by which will be closer to the LJ Hooker Te Awamutu CBD and more suitable for A 10-year dream to cre- consultant Mark Weal and retail or professional use. It ate Te Awamutu’s first owner Ken Hagan and John will also encourage new large scale, purpose built Robinson of Origin Real businesses to Te Awamutu. industrial park is finally Estate. Royden says in his under way for local They say the town is experience parks also offer developers Araldon desperate for such a other benefits to business Holdings. development to keep up owners, one being the Director Royden Hooker with growth. They believe efficiencies of having like says he has been working it is the right opportunity or complementary indus- seriously on Bond Road for existing businesses to tries nearby. Industrial Park for the last five years, the last two closely with Waipa¯District Council and Waikato Regional Council to get to the point where the earth- work has begun. Bond Road Industrial Park is a 7ha block between Bond Rd and O¯ haupo¯ Rd/ SH3 that will provide 26 sections, developed in two stages. Royden expects stage one, 12 sections, to be Earthworks under way on the site of Bond Road completed in June next Industrial Park. Photo / Dean Taylor year and the first building to start this time next year. strips will become public Owners will be encour- He says such is demand amenities maintained by aged to use quality mater- for this type of development council. ials, undertake a high in Te Awamutu, six Being a business park, standard of building and sections are already sold. where there will be a lot of retain a good standard of Royden says everything hard surfaces, much of the maintenance. The use of about the park is designed design is to mitigate water neutral colours is also for quality, both for the run-off, including rain gar- encouraged. occupant businesses and dens, swales and a planted Royden says the park for the environment. pond the size of a rugby should have a low visual The park flanks the field. There are strict set- impact for both residents Mangapiko Stream, which backs for building and a 5m and people coming into Aerial view showing size and location of Te Awamutu’s new industrial will be enhanced by a grassed and landscaped town via the northern development. Photo / Supplied grassed riparian strip and strip along the Bond Rd entrance. specialised planting. frontage. Sites will be levelled and ity roading and modern move from inappropriate The dream now — in a Already 3000 plants are As well as being engineered ready for build- street lighting. locations and buildings to couple of years time, 26 new in the ground, with large environmentally friendly, ing. All services will be Royden says business purpose built premises. or existing businesses and tree planting planned. Royden aims to create an provided, including high owners will have every- That will further free up employers operating from Some of the planted aesthetically pleasing park. speed fibre internet, qual- thing they need on site. other premises, many of the one location.

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Women’s Refuge has around launched its nationwide Give a Gift appeal, asking Kiwis to donate presents to children affec- There’s a simple yet heart- ted by domestic violence this warming way to spread some love Christmas. in Te Awamutu this Christmas. Bunnings is pleased to be An initiative called Sending supporting the campaign by Love is collecting Christmas encouraging residents to drop off cards from members of the public donations at their local store and distributing them to rest until Friday, December 21. home residents and others who Women’s Refuge chief execu- might be feeling lonely during the tive Dr Ang Jury says it can be festive time of year. common for women who are The nationwide project was fleeing from violent relation- launched a year ago by Hamilton ships around Christmas to leave woman Hannah Rodgers and her with nothing, which includes the son Jayden. presents under the tree. Local volunteers in communi- In December last year, almost ties around the country set up all of the Women’s Refuge safe drop boxes to collect the cards. houses around the country were There aren’t many rules: the at capacity, with 1629 children card can be home-made or store- among the occupants. bought, it should be filled with “Christmas is a particularly love and doesn’t need an envel- stressful time of the year for ope. most people, and the addition of Last year Hannah and her son family violence can seriously were hoping to get a few cards impact what is supposed to be a from local communities to spread joyful and fun occasion for all,” a bit more love, but were says Ang. overwhelmed by the more than “All of the wha¯nau we work 32,000 which were created. with during the festive season Women’s Refuge chief executive Dr Ang Jury with Judd and Jazmyn Warbrick and members of her Nationwide this year she is just want to give their kids a safe local Bunnings team. Photo / Supplied aiming to reach 250,000 people via and happy Christmas — we rest homes, hospitals, Women’s believe every child deserves this. especially tough age to buy for, trauma such as sensory toys, art with an act of family violence Refuge, RSA, Meals on Wheels, “We need New Zealand’s help and because of this they often supplies or building blocks that reported every five and a half homeless shelters and other so that all the families we work miss out on presents at Christ- create entertainment for a long minutes. In 2017, 4847 women and organisations. with can open a gift on Christ- mas. Nice clothing, sports equip- time. We ask that gifts are children called on the help of Local drop-off locations are mas day and celebrate the hol- ment such as soccer balls and unwrapped, so they can be best Women’s Refuge during the Cambridge Library, Chartwell iday with joy and dignity.” cricket sets, headphones and distributed to local Women’s Ref- Christmas period. Library, Dinsdale Library and Ang says while gifts are backpacks are all useful gifts for uge centres who will assist famil- Garden Place Library. needed for all children doing it young boys. ies in need.” ■ Gift donations accepted at all Cards can also be sent to PO tough, teenage boys can often be “For all age groups, soothing Unfortunately, New Zealand Bunnings stores until Friday, Box 90701, Victoria St West, Auck- forgotten at Christmas. toys and equipment are most has one of the highest rates of December 21. Check our Facebook land 1142. “Boys aged 8-16 can be an helpful in the aftermath of domestic violence in the world, page for a chart of suggested gifts. Visit sendinglove.co.nz

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Cherie Kemp nevillekemp.co.nz Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008 027 271 9806 20 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 6, 2018 Four wins in Nikita on track for Tokyo open triples Paralympian sends world 200m record flying Bryan Ryburn, Barbara Ryburn and Lynda Bennett were the only team to record four wins Te Awamutu Para- Southland Cycling Track taking out the open triples tournament at Kihikihi lympian Nikita Howarth Championships at the week- Bowling Club. showed she means business end. The Te Awamutu bowlers handled the windy in the sport of Para cycling Another Te Awamutu conditions and early season green with aplomb. breaking the Flying 200m Tokyo Paralympic hopeful, The host club team of Dave Barnett, Olga Barnes world record at the Southland Nicole Murray (C5) enhanced and Linda Rumbles put up a valiant effort against Track Cycling Champion- her prospects by winning gold the visiting teams to finish runners-up, recording ships in Invercargill. in the Women’s 3km Individ- three wins and a draw and winning 21 of 32 ends. Howarth’s time of 12.95 ual Pursuit C1-5. Silver went Alison Winter’s team from Cambridge recorded seconds took 0.248 seconds off to Sarah Ellington (C2) and three wins and one draw but had to settle for third the previous record set by bronze to Kate Horan (C4). after winning 19 of 32 ends. New Zealand Paralympian Howarth and Murray took Rex McGill reports that a great day’s bowls was Kate Horan in February 2016. silver and bronze respectively enjoyed by all the teams, made possible by the “I’m thrilled as I have only in the women’s 500m time support of the local branch of Fairview Motors. been training for this specific trial C1-5, won by Horan. event for about a month now,” This UCI sanctioned event said the new world record gave all Para cyclists the holder. opportunity to meet nomina- Get the tools for “I have completed this tion criteria for the NZ Para time in training, so I thought I Cycling Team to compete at could do it but with all the the 2019 UCI Para Cycling a healthier life race nerves it is challenging Track World Championships and you never quite know in the Netherlands in March. how it is going to go.” “I’m proud of the whole Sport Waikato’s 12 Week Challenge, designed to Howarth has had a change team, athletes and staff that give you the tools to kick off a healthier lifestyle, is of coach recently. Damien are here in Invercargill,” said a free service open to groups or individuals across Wiseman has taken her on Stu MacDonald, Para Cycling the Waikato. board and is with her every head performance coach. Join the programme and receive a face-to-face day at the track. “However, it is also those session with a lifestyle coach, regular emails with “We have changed our support staff that are based in weekly challenges and information and ideas for training and have been more the home towns of the Para getting healthy. focused on the sprint which cyclists that are with them on Plus, you’ll get ongoing access to a healthy has paid off today,” said a day to day basis that are lifestyle coach and practical, fun workshops to help Howarth. critical to the success we have you put the advice into practice. “I have trimmed about seen today and without the Whether you’re looking to get fitter, lose weight, three seconds off my personal support of High Performance eat healthier or feel better, the 12 Week Challenge is best time so I am happy with Nikita Howarth on her way to a world record in Invercargill Sport NZ this would not be a great place to start. that and I’m looking forward at the weekend. 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Te Awamutu women’s C North Squash Club (Eastern). Te grade squash team covered them- Awamutu was unable to topple selves in glory placing third at this much stronger and indomi- the National Superchampion table side which dropped only Competition in Napier. one match (in the finals) The second seeded Te Awa- throughout the tournament to mutu side were anxious to finish become worthy national the tournament strongly in the women’s C-grade title holders. playoff for third place against Team captain, Jude Night- Royal Oak Racquets Club (Auck- ingale said the Te Awamutu land). players’ spirits were lifted Team No. 3 Jude Nightingale throughout the tournament by got them off to a flying start the wonderful support from both winning 3/0, followed by No. 4 current and past members of the Ashton McDonald winning a Te Awamutu Squash community tightly-contested match 3/1. who made the long trek to Napier A tough 3/1 loss for No. 1 to cheer on the team throughout Vanessa Robb (in her best match the week. of the tournament), meant Emma “With many fond memories McLaughlin once again found and friendships made in and herself under pressure to win. around some tight contests, She duly obliged, winning 3/0. tough competition and an overall Her super effort was topped off third place finish, there certainly by a comfortable 3/1 win to No. 5 is plenty to be proud of.” player Shaana Paterson to secure Te Awamutu had earlier a 4/1 team victory. qualified for the national tourna- Te Awamutu had some tense ment by winning both their times in their first pool match matches convincingly (4/1, 5/0) against hosts and eighth seed at the Waikato District Hawkes Bay Squash Rackets Superchampion competition. Club (Eastern District repre- Relaxing on Marine Parade after placing third at the National Superchampion Squash Competition in The team was coached by Cliff sentatives). Napier. Te Awamutu C grade team of, from left: Cliff Nightingale (coach), Shelley van der Hulst, Renae Nightingale, managed by Sharon After gaining the lead with a Boyden, Jude Nightingale, Ashton McDonald, Craig McDonald (supporter), Shaana Paterson, Emma Garrick and sponsored by Te 3/0 victory to Renae Boyden, Te McLaughlin, Vanessa Robb and Sharon Garrick (manager). Photo / Supplied Awamutu Squash Club, Awamutu quickly found them- Thomsons ITM, Keir selves on the back foot with the der Hulst. With first match jit- reflection, Te Awamutu were regaining their winning ways. Landscaping, AI Electrical, first and third seeded players ters out of the way, Te Awamutu determined to return to form However, with a 1/3 loss to Brian Laird, Alexandra House, going down 0/3 and 1/3 against met sixth seed Kamo Rugby and against third seeds Hawera Nightingale the pressure Murray Gane Plumbing, some strong opposition. Squash Club (Northland) in their Lawn Tennis and Squash Club returned. It was eased by Truestyle, The Tomo Bar and A tense 3/2 comeback win for second pool game. (Central Districts). McLaughlin winning 3/1 and, Eatery, Fastway Couriers Hamil- Emma McLaughlin put Te Awa- With a lacklustre perform- Van der Hulst won 3/0 first despite Robb losing her match, ton, HB Farms, James Robb NZ mutu back in contention. Victory ance Te Awamutu lost 4/1 to the up, backed up by a tense 3/2 Te Awamutu prevailed 3/2 to Couriers, Plumbing World and was secured with a calm, eventual runners-up of the victory to Paterson. Ahead 2-0, make the semi-final against Mitre 10 who made competing in composed 3/1 win to Shelley van tournament. After a night’s Te Awamutu seemed to be unbeaten top seeds Havelock Napier a possibility. Thursday, December 6, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 25

Kite a Strawbridge fan You are invited to check President of O¯ haupo¯ RFC David Kite has fond out our new showhome memories of Waikato rugby legend Andrew Strawbridge playing for his club. “It was in 1995 and we won the Waikato Mooloo Shield, beating Te Awa- mutu Marist 22-3 in the final at Waikato Stadium,” recalls Kite. “Andrew proved a great asset for us both on and off the field that year. Showhome “He was certainly an inspirational figure, especially to the younger players in our senior Andrew Strawbridge pictured in his prime playing for Open Now team.” Waikato. Photo / Supplied The triumphant O¯ haupo¯ team of 1995 was team in 2012. At national Provincial captained by former All He was brought in by level, he oversaw North Black Graham Purvis. head coach Dave Rennie, Harbour for two seasons Kite said he was pleased and was a part of the (2003-04) and Auckland for to see Strawbridge coaching team that led the three seasons (2009-11). Show home details will be appointed as the new head Chiefs to back to back Strawbridge was also a coach of Waikato for the Super Rugby titles in 2012 part of the New Zealand available on FB and website 2019 Mitre 10 Cup. and 2013. Under 20s campaign where “Andrew brings a After finishing his they won two world titles. wealth of experience and playing career with Wai- “Having played for the • Thursday 3-5pm • Friday 10-12 coaching knowledge to the kato at the end of 1995, (Waikato) province, it is a position,” said Waikato Strawbridge went into huge honour for me to CEO Blair Foote. secondary school teaching have this opportunity to • Saturday 10-12 “Andrew is another for- for 20 years in various coach a team I have strong mer player turned coach roles including assistant ties too,” said Strawbridge. that understands the pride teacher, head of depart- “The key to the 2019 Email: [email protected] and the passion in the ment, assistant principal season is to maintain and province and the jersey. and deputy principal. to continue to build on the 0278454545 | Web: www.luxehomes.co.nz We are privileged to have a After his teaching success that the team coach of his calibre joining career, Strawbridge then achieved in 2018 under our coaching staff. moved into his coaching coach Jono Gibbes.” “We look forward to career. Strawbridge was cap seeing him put his unique In his coaching roles he number 784 for Waikato, stamp on the squad in 2019 looked after Hamilton amassing a total of 131 and beyond.” Boys’ High School 1st XV, games between 1983 and The 54-year-old Hamilton Old Boys’ in the 1995 scoring a total of 646 Strawbridge is currently Waikato club rugby com- points through 53 tries, 83 one of the Chiefs’ assistant petition and numerous conversions, 78 penalties coaches after joining the overseas coaching roles. and five drop goals.

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, , , , . - . , , , . , , , , . 26 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 6, 2018 Big winners Cogswell wins Race to 500 Ron Cogswell won the winner’s purse of $500 in the year- long Race to 500 competition at Pirongia Golf Club. in golf trophy The final of the Kumar Holdings-sponsored event was won by Cogswell with 39 stableford points on Sunday. Jonathan Makush and Helen Jack Hjorth won second prize Parker were the big winners in money of $150 with 36 points. the annual Bill Knight Closed Third place and $100 went to Christmas Tournament at Stew- Scott Lawwith 35 stableford. art Alexander Golf Club. Fourth prize of $70 went to Derek Makush won the Bill Knight Boyle with 33 points. Trophy with a hot 58 nett. The final was played in con- The 29 handicapper was out in junction with the Tray Parkes 43 and home in 44 for an 87 gross Trophy nett competition for men including four pars. and women. Phillip Eyre Parker took out thewomen’s emerged the men’s winner with a Agnes Knight Trophy with a 69 round of 66 and Denise Goile the nett. The 31 handicapper had women’s winner with 73 nett. halves of 53 and 47. Highlights of The senior scramble was won her rounds were pars on the by Philip Eyre with 66 nett, from eighth and 11th holes. Helen Parker, winner of the Ken Bardsley 67, Kevin Appleby Division one (for those on Agnes Knight Trophy. 68, Steve Law 70. handicaps 0-17.9) was headed by Dave Lamb headed the junior Ian Berry with a two-over-par 72 Herbert 66, Michael Herbert 66, scramble with 68, Paul Davie, gross. Dave Coupland 67. Charlie Coles 69, Ron Cogswell Shayne Ashford won the nett Sue Pollock, with 74 nett and 70. with 65, from Dean Scott, Gary Debbie Pitcon, with 78, headed Charlie Coles struck the jun- Grylls, Bill Garvin 66, John the ladies’ scramble. ior jackpot worth $200 with a two Hollinshead, Carl Miezenbeek 67. Twos were by Ian Berry, and a birdie. Scott Law and Leading nett scorers in div- Roger Neal, Shayne Ashford, Barry Cavey also scored twos. ision 2 (18-36 handicaps) were George King, Keith Mitchell. Closest to pin went to Dave Jack Muriwai with 62, George The NEC jackpot was struck Seager. Longest putt winner was Charlie Coles prospered by $200 after striking the jackpot with a King 65, Dillon Tupaea, Dave by Dillon Tupaea on 15. Terry Charlesworth. two and a birdie at Pirongia Golf Club on Sunday. Towers beats her male rivals to win golf club scramble

Jenny Towers upstaged a field Craig Meacheam on 43 points, Open midweek tournament 42, Murray Johnson 40. 18 qualifiers on Saturday, all of mostly male competitors with Ray Davies 41 and Howard winners were Percy Kapa with Rounthwaite won the previ- eager to capture the worthwhile 46 stableford points in Sunday’s Wynyard 40. Towers’ round of 89 an 82 gross, John Staples 41 ous week’s Vets scramble with 44 winner and runner-up prizes scramble at Te Awamutu Golf gross (halves of 45, 44) included stableford, Les Common 37. points, from Barry Ross 42, ranging from $300 down to $10. Club. six pars. Pennant representative Best of the Vets were Robin Gerald Lane, Herman The winner was 13 handicapper The 26 handicapper’s nearest Clinton Rowe shot a five-over- Thompson with 44 stableford, Oosterman 41, Toby Thomson 40. Steve Dewet who held out from rivals were Peter McGowan and par 77 to win the gross. Allen Rounthwaite 43, John Tart The shoot out event attracted Dave Trutsch on the 18th hole. We’re filling our BUS with toys from the Waikato, December 3rd-8th Head onto www.thehits.co.nz to ﬁnd out how you can donate for this year’s Toy Run.

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98.6 Thursday, December 6, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 27 Riders ace the Cowboy Challenge

Te Awamutu riders featured prominently among the prize winners at the Maihiihi Cowboy Challenge in O¯ torohanga. The seven mini cowboys and cowgirls battled it out with seven-year-old Khamani Panapa- Pryor from Rotoma¯ taking first place on Wairua and runner-up going to Te Awamutu’s Maia Oxenham riding a borrowed pony, the experienced Charlie Brown. Third place went to Char- lie Brown’s owner Jayla Ropiha riding her mother’s horse, Mus- tang Sally. Each little rider went home with a goody bag sponsored by Gregory Equine and Wild Spirit Photography. The beginner competition attracted a field of 22, reducing quickly to 12 as the weather turned nasty. Those brave enough to carry on covered up with oilskins and a myriad of jackets. Cowboy Challenge is a speed Brittany Van Dijk and Kaimanawa Queen of Hearts TWS completing Natasha Guest and Arahi Tahi TWS were sixth in the Seales competition with emphasis the deadfall obstacle. Photo / Supplied Winslow Rookie Class. Photo / Supplied placed on horsemanship. Riders and their mounts com- ter’s well-seasoned mount KHH Matamata’s Malcolm Telfar, get him to soften and focus on the A follow-up event of similar pete over a series of obstacles, Arjay to third. Te Awamutu Maria Herewini from Rotorua job at hand. nature will take place at earning a score out of 10 for each rider Brittany Van Dijk and and fellow Cambridge rider “Fortunately, he has a kind Parawera at the weekend. obstacle. An additional bonus of Kaimanawa Queen of Hearts Dianne Burns, close behind. Te heart and eventually came Newcomers to the sport are up to five points can be awarded TWS took home the fourth- Awamutu had just one repre- through for me and really dug welcome to come along and for speed and an additional 20 placed green sash. sentative make round two, deep, but we lost points on the ‘Have a Go’ on Saturday. A points for horsemanship. Van Dijk was thrilled with Natasha Guest and Arahi Tahi speed angle as well as the horse- practise ring will be on offer for Classes start at lead rein level how her little horse went. TWS in seventh place. manship side.” riders to try their horses over up to open combinations and the “It was my first ever placing The tougher course in round The red sash headed south to some of the obstacles before the event was well supported by 62 at one of these events,” she said. two took its toll on Burns, mak- Rotorua in the truck of Herewini competition commences at 1pm. riders in total. “My mount tried her heart out ing way for Guest to claim the who rode a solid second loop on Spectators are welcome, free of Pirongia’s Georgina Green despite the wet conditions. She white sash for placing sixth. her mare Pretty Girl to take the charge. Sunday features a points and Painted Spirit took top hon- just gets better and better every “We had a few issues in the winning spot. competition for elite riders com- ours, followed closely by O¯ haupo¯ season.” first round so I was pretty Latham was thrilled to take mencing at 7.30am. For further rider Jenny Gunson on Oono. Of the rookie field of 22 only pleased to get a second go,” said home the blue sash, especially on details contact Natasha Wendy Flintoff-Baker, the top 10 get to ride the second Guest. debut at this event. Malcolm 021713967. returning to riding after a round. After round 1, Cam- “My little horse was very Telfar and Moose took third NOTE: No dogs are allowed 20-year hiatus, rode her daugh- bridge’s Jan Latham led with distracted. It took quite a bit to place. either day at this event.

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Phone 0274 727 420 grabone.co.nz ❏❏Phone Steve 027 622 0011. Thursday, December 6, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 29 Trade Services Public Notices KING COUNTRY GORDYZ MOWING Carol Service at Saviour’s DRILLING Walker catcher mower Anglican Church, Pirongia FA Kubota side delivery OF L 2 metre wide Sunday,ay, 9 December • School grounds 6pm - Carols • Lifestyle blocks 7pm - Carols performed by the HOLES • Road sides Te Awamtu Brass Band, followed by supper GET READY TO PARTY! • Soak • Surface wells PH Gordon Furniss 870 2275 All Welcome • Lined Soak holes Christmas Polo at Mystery Creek • Concrete products available FRIDAY 14 DECEMBER TE AWAMUTU • Foundation Drilling HEDGE TRIMMING GATES OPEN AT 3.30PM • 4WDTrucks PUBLIC NOTICE Residential of application for On Licence There’s no better way to see and experience the excitement and speed of the OWNER/OPERATOR: Large or Small SECTION 101, SALE AND SUPPLY OF ALCOHOL ACT 2012 Sport of Kings on your own back doorstep. FREEPHONE STEVE COLSON 027 251 1414 Jennifer Williams 2 Domain Road, Te Awamutu Australasia’s best players all Owner / Operator of local cafe has made application 0508 HOLES DUG to the Waipa District Licensing Committee for the play on the beautiful manicured 0508 465 373 issue of a On Licence in respect of the premises grounds at 419 Kaipaki Road. situated at 65 Sloane Street, Te Awamutu 3800 PLUMBING known as Empire Espresso & Eatery. Treat yourself and the kids to an AFFORDABLE The general nature of the business conducted under afternoon/evening out. O’BRIEN BUILDING RATES the licence is a Restaurant. Special picnic areas (family’s) - & MAINTENANCE Phone Bryan The days on which, and the hours during which Car boot sites (book early) - House & property repair 027 498 9021 alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence Interior & exteriorr anytime are: Wednesday - Saturday 3:30pm - 11pm. Gate sales available on the day. Small alterations The application may be inspected during ordinary Tickets: $10.00 per person Lock out/call out office hours at the office of the Waipa District Council, Handyman Public Notices District Licensing Committee at either 101 Bank or $40.00 per car load - Bond repairs Street, Te Awamutu or 23 Wilson Street, Cambridge. Children free. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes Eftpos, Bar & Music! Phone Shane to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 022 150 0577 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the obrienbuildingand This years guests - [email protected] Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at: Waipa District Council, Private Bag 2402, Te • Ohaupo Sports & Recreation Centre AGM Awamutu 3840. • Jockey Majia Vance (Spinal Injury) Sunday No objection to the issue of a new licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter 16 December 2018, specified in section 105 of the Sale and Supply of DRAINAGE 10:00am Alcohol Act 2012. Contacts: Simon Keyte - 021 550 367 No job too big or too small - This is the first publication of this licence. David Fullerton - 021 686 430 WE DO IT ALL! Te Awamutu Clubhouse, Ohaupo S & R group - Campbell Thomas - 027 355 2596 Phone Bryan 027 498 9021 2293 Kihikihi Road, Debbie Young - 021 801 753 anytime Te Awamutu 30 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, December 6, 2018 Public Notices Employment Vacancies

MOUNTAINVIEW VETORA (Waikato) is a large, modern and diverse BAKERY veterinary club practice, with 80 staff operating across ﬁve clinics in the Waikato region.

We are currently looking for a Customer Service person for our Otorohanga clinic, to start in January 2019. 751 FRANKILN STREET, PIRONGIA This is a pivotal support role in our Clinic, and you will need to CUSTOMER SERVICE be able to multi-task in a busy environment - liasing with our vets + KITCHEN HAND regarding changes in scheduling, answering phones and attending to customers at the counter, processing accounts and vet dockets, TWO FULL TIME POSITIONS ordering stock and some inventory management, and unpacking and We are looking for new staff to join our goods receipting of deliveries. Bakery team. Barista experience preferred. Forklift experience would be an advantage, but not essential. One position required from 5:30am Mon - Fri One position required from 7:00am Mon - Fri Ideally you will have the ability to interact well with our customers, and some exposure to a rural environment would be advantageous. Call in with CV or email [email protected] This position would suit someone with good communication skills, and a rural background, and could be suitable for a school leaver with these attributes. Tractor Drivers This is a full time position. Hours are from 8 am till 5 pm plus rostered WANTED Saturday mornings. If you love being busy and thrive on variety, please apply with your CV For our roading and earth works division and covering letter to: • Licence required - Class 2 with Wheels Hayley Rust – HR & Communications Coordinator Endorsement [email protected] • Assistance with licence available - conditions Public Notices apply. Applications close Friday 14th December • Must be drug free and of tidy appearance. MARKET KIHIKIHI RUGBY SPORTS CLUB INC. COUNCIL CARPARK ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING This Saturday Please email your CV with Call 870 4551 th Gaynor Westgate Sunday 9 December referees to 2018 [email protected] Kihikihi Rugby Clubrooms Do you LOVE Jewellery? or NOW OPEN Herbert Street, Kihikihi phone 07 872 0000 Mon-Fri 3pm-7.30pm at 4pm Admin/Sales Professional - Full Time Sat & Sun 8.30am-7.30pm For more information contact: We invite you to challenge yourself & join our FUN loving crew. We Renee Collett - 021 128 6119 Email: [email protected] are a quality fine Jewellery store including key international brands like Farm Employment Pandora & Karen Walker. Your role will be varied and will include sales, repair admin, general admin & working with Suppliers. Employment Vacancies You will be confident with computers, particularly Microsoft office, RELIEF Social media and will provide great support for our team, with a can do MILKER Casual Staff Midwife REQUIRED attitude and of course will LOVE Jewellery. This opportunity will also require you to: Te Awamutu Birthing is a warm, welcoming facility offering a range of quality Weekend milkings 14 Owen Rd, Pirongia primary maternity services within a relaxing home-like environment. The facility and Christmas/new • Work full time Monday to Friday and alternate Saturday mornings has two birthing rooms and five postnatal rooms. year period. • Demonstrate superior communication skills Located in Te Kawa. Competitive hourly • Present a high level of attention to detail We are looking for experienced Midwives to work on a Casual basis with rate. Starting • Thrive on the challenge of meeting sales targets ASAP. availability to cover oncall. • Have retail experience Phone Our facility is well resourced to provide a high standard of care to women during 021 166 0682 In return we offer you an exciting and challenging role within our labour and postnatally. The staff midwife’s role is to provide postnatal care and constantly growing business...... Like what you hear? Keep Reading! to support the LMC midwife with antenatal assessment and with labour and birth Why join us? if needed. • Family, friendly, quality company, fun loving & award winning team Te Awamutu YMI Our team of staff midwives are passionate about making a difference, great HOW • Career stability communicators, and have the confidence and experience to make clinical • Great staff discount AGM decisions, facilitate a birth, and demonstrate professional accountability. ARE YOU • Sensational products Monday, 17 As this is a casual position there are no guaranteed hours of work. GETTING If this sounds like the perfect position for you, then please contact us December, 8pm You must have current New Zealand Midwifery Council Registration and a At the YMI current Annual Practicing Certificate. HOME Apply in writing with a copy of your CV to: Kirsty Walker, Showcase Jewellers Te Awamutu To apply, send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] TONIGHT? PO Box 88, Te Awamutu For more information, call 07 873 7104. Close date: Friday, 14th December 2018 Twilight Twilight - SHOWCASE JEWELLERS - ProduceProduce MarketMarket 15 Alexandra Street - ph 07 871 6797 2pm - 6pm, every [email protected] Thursday, Selwyn Park If you’re out

Thai food and having a Cato’s Potatoes few drinks, Sugar and Ice EXPERIENCEDPERIENCED PAINTERPAINTER Situations Wanted make sure Kanes Strawberries &DECO& DECORATORATOR W WANTEDANTED Pirongia Harvest you’ve got a Flame Cambodia RELIEF sober driver Search for your Danz Bags - MuMustst have full L Licenceicence MILKER Fresh donuts and -W- Wallpaperallpaper eexperiencexperience eessentialssential to get you next job. ice cream... - ImmImmediateediate StStartart AVAILABLE home safely. ...and many more. DDaveave RRoweowe P Painterainter & D Decoratorecorator 0707 8 87373 9 9104104 Please contact 027027 2 908 77676 Jess decoratrator@[email protected] 0210 847 680 yudu.co.nz 027 290 26700 Thursday, December 6, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 31 Employment Vacancies TE AWAMUTU COURIER TEACHER/ KAIAKO WANTED TE KUITI Fixed term position: Starts Term 1 2019 – end of Term 4 2020. PLANT OPERATOR

We are seeking a registered teacher, with the Omya New Zealand Ltd is seeking a plant TE AWAMUTU ability to relate well to rangatahi, to facilitate operator for its Te Kuiti Plant. the Kāwhia Learning Centre three days a week. RSA The Kāwhia Learning Centre is funded for up Applicants should have the following: Club open daily Mon to Sat 11am, Sunday 1pm to five secondary school students enrolled • Current full driver’s license. with Te Kura Correspondence School. The • Ability to read and follow Raffl es Wed & Fri, Membership draw Mon, Wed, Fri facilitator will be responsible for liaising with instructions, as well as Bomber Command Restaurant Te Kura, supporting the students with their communicate in writing effectively. work as well as reporting regularly to the Dinner Wed to Sunday 5pm • Ability to work safely and efficiently Ministry of Education and the Kāwhia School with little direct supervision. 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