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O¯ haupo¯market day Julia McCarthy-Fox O¯ haupo¯village market day, run by O¯ haupo¯/Nga¯hinapo¯uri fter last year’s unique and Lions Club, is this Saturday very moving Stand at Dawn from 9am-1pm at O¯ haupo¯ ceremony, where people Memorial Park. The market is throughout on the first Saturday of every joinedA together from a distance to month. For site enquiries, mark Anzac Day at the end of contact Ross Karl on driveways in the dark, this year we 021860900. were able to return to the usual celebration here in Te Awamutu. Shortly after 10.30am on Sunday Correction the masses of people on Alexandra In last weeks edition, the St outside the RSA began to form into wrong name was published in groups. the page seven article about The mixture of uniforms suddenly the veterans march. The became regimented and the parade correct name was supposed to formed up ready to march. kauma¯tua Bill Harris, not Jim Led by the Te Awamutu Brass Harris. Band the procession of veterans, members of uniformed services and various youth groups, set off from the Continuing RSA to Anzac Green, where a crowd Education was waiting by the cenotaph, with a Raymond Richards is the background comprising the field of guest speaker at the upcoming remembrance crosses, each named Continuing Education meeting and with a poppy attached. on May 5. He will discuss the The service started with the sing- history of the mormon church. ing of the national anthems of both The meeting begins at 10am, New Zealand and Australia, and attendance cost is $2 and tea Reverend Norris Hall’s words left no and coffee is available from doubt as to how important it is to 9.30am. remember the sacrifices made to en- able us to live freely today. Wreaths were laid by representa- Spotlight on Trees tives of many town organisations and 80 per cent of New Zealand’s community groups, as well as Waipa plants are endemic. They’ve mayor Jim Mylchreest and one of the adapted to our climate, World War II veterans in attendance, ecosystems and conditions. Colin Murray. Our unique landscape means Mid ceremony there was an unex- our trees are also unique. pected and very heavy downpour, A passionate volunteer guide leaving many people sheltering will show you Sanctuary beneath trees and the shop canopies Mountain Maungatautari's opposite, while officials hastened to native trees through the provide umbrellas to protect the vet- ancient and protected forest, eran guests of honour. and present to you some of their unique traits as you continued on A4 explore the different forest layers. Saturday, May 8 from 10.30am-12pm. 99 Tari Rd, LEFT: The cenotaph was covered in Pukeatua. wreaths on Sunday. Photo / Julia McCarthy-Fox

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Here we go again! ‘Growth will fund itself’. grateful I was to the college boy racing at McDonald’s Kihikihi Waipa¯District Council bellows If growth is the fundamental who came to my aid when I was Speedway that was much Circulated free to 14,045 homes in from its ivory tower ‘Growth is driving factor in the Long-Term struggling to get back to my seat appreciated by the large crowd. Te Awamutu and surrounding districts. your saviour, Growth is the reason Plan, a factor that supposedly at the Anzac Ceremony. The track was terrific, allowing your proposed rates increases are funds itself, then why is the council Your help and thoughtfulness the competitors to use it all, which CIRCULATION 14,147* lower than expected in these tough imposing rates increases on its was very much appreciated. lent itself to spectacular passing. economic times’. ratepayers full stop? Is it that they Many thanks to you and may Thanks to all the sponsors for PHONE: 07 871 5151 How often have we heard this cannot budget or cannot work you go well in your journey in life. the drivers and the ones that POSTAL ADDRESS: broken record? I will tell you, too within a budget? [Abridged] Jessie Young support our local track. often — so much so the council is Hayden Woods We were so lucky the rain 97 Sloane Street, PO Box 1, Magical night Te Awamutu 3840 blinded by its own words. stayed away to enjoy a beautiful The council’s famous quote, Thanks for aid Congratulations to the speedway evening. OFFICE HOURS: stated on numerous occasions Through you I write to say how volunteers for a magical night’s Brian Gibbs Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Closed Public Holidays DELIVERY QUERIES: 0800 111 200 EDITORIAL Billy’s Te Awamutu blessing Dean Taylor (Editor) Ext: 67705 0274 819951 throughout New Zealand and I [email protected] believe there are people in New Caitlan Johnston Ext: 67710 Day of Blessing Zealand who want to make a dif- [email protected] with Billy Graham , ference as I do.” Jesse Wood Ext: 67713 The Naenae Boxing Academy [email protected] focusing on his opened its doors in 2006 and Team SPORT Billy (which includes wife Kerri, son David, daughter Susanna and [email protected] Christian faith valued staff and supporters) has ADVERTISING helped hundreds of boys. Leon Green 027 2393864 e Awamutu Rugby, Sports Billy proudly talks about boys and Recreation Club was who arrived angry, insecure or [email protected] the venue for the re- confused and have become head [email protected] scheduled Te Awamutu boys at local schools and won civic CLASSIFIEDS andT Districts Day of Blessing. and boxing awards — giving them Tania King Ext: 67708 The 2021 guest speaker was a purpose in life using the discip- former New Zealand and lines of boxing. [email protected] Australasian light welterweight Te Awamutu’s Boxing academy, We welcome letters - preferably via email. boxing champion Billy Graham. managed by Billy’s brother Chris, They should be under 300 words and At 7am, there was a complimen- is one of five Billy Graham acade- must have the sender’s name, address tary breakfast with Billy with mies around the country. and phone number. No pseudonyms around 25 attending. The Day of Blessing was are accepted and names will only be This was followed by lunch , founded nine years ago when Rev withheld in special circumstances at the where about 130 people attended, Diane Yule from St Andrew’s Pres- discretion of the editor. Letters are not before the town blessing. byterian Church of Te Awamutu usually acknowledged and may be edited, Billy spoke on his journey, goals called the community to gather abridged or discarded. and how his Christian faith has Billy Graham — speaker, motivator and coach was guest speaker at the with the purpose to acknowledge been a great foundation for his life. Te Awamutu and Districts Day of Blessing. Photo / Dean Taylor and thank the many sections of our We’re online at As a young lad he was strug- community that make us who we nzmecommunitynews.pressreader.com gling, but he found a solution. wouldn’t trade it for anything. My Dick Dunn made for me. are. In his story he explains: “I have life now: The Naenae Boxing Acad- “I want to make that facility The 2022 meeting will be in had a full and exciting life and emy is my replica of the facility the available for boys and girls March. ISSN 1170-1099 (Print) ISSN 2253-4975 (Online) *Print run as 30/09/2019 first national REAL ESTATE Te Awamutu

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A crowd gathered outside the Ka¯whia War Memorial. Photo / Supplied Ka¯whia honours its service people All ages turn out for Anzac Day service in township

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Te Awamutu College head students stood at the corners of the cenotaph and remained in place with rain running down their faces, while the cadet standard bearers were moved to shelter. The way in which the children of the community are drawn into this day of commemoration is something that will ensure it continues for gen- erations to come. Children marched proudly along with the adults, wearing medals earned by their parents and grandparents. They also laid wreaths. The guest speaker, Te Awamutu College head student Bayley Quin, gave a well-researched and delivered a speech which showed a deep understanding of how lucky his gen- eration is to be able to live the lives The procession regrouped after proceedings at Anzac Green. Photos / Julia McCarthy-Fox they do, and how much they owe to so many young men not much older . . . ” in both Ma¯ori and English, were, Queen brought the ceremony to an proceedings with their haka. than themselves, many of whom as ever, at the heart of the service — end, prompting the procession to It was a morning of remembrance, Te Awamutu College head students gave their lives fighting for freedom. the moving and familiar words of regroup and a performance made by with sunshine, rain, medals, and uni- and principal, from left, Matthew The traditional playing of the Last Laurence Binyon used at similar Te Awamutu College’s kapa haka forms and flowers all combining to Yarndley, Mackenzie Harris, Tony Post and the Reveille along with the services worldwide. group. Back at the RSA it was the turn paint a picture of one of the most Membery, Atareipounamu Crown recitation of “They shall grow not old The rousing singing of God Save the of the combined junior schools to end important days in the Kiwi calendar. and Bayley Quin.

Right: RSA repre- sentative Lou Brown (far right) and Waipa¯ mayor Jim Mylchree- st (second, Left: right) with Students service from Te people at Awamutu the Primary ceremony. and Pekerau Primary School.

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n unveiling service was service record shows that he was held at Te Ku¯iti Old Cem- wounded on April 25, 1915 at the etery on Saturday for six Dardenelles. World War I veterans who He was invalided home to New haveA laid in the cemetery since their Zealand in August 1915 and was an passing with no headstones to hon- active member of the Mokauiti our them. Returned Soldiers’ Club. He was laid While undertaking a project to to rest in 1964. identify and clean graves of veterans ■ Rifleman Frederick Keeble Te Awamutu RSA representatives Ross Wardlaw (front), Lou Brown and Els Brown. Photos / Emma James Photography for the New Zealand Remembrance 21697 was born in 1877 in Otago. He Army, heritage researcher Rowan was a gold miner, and upon his Miller identified the veterans who enlistment in 1916 was managing a had not received a headstone. mine at Glenhope near Nelson. Through research, the six men He was wounded in France in were identified, and their stories were October 1918 and was finally able to uncovered. return to New Zealand in January The ceremony was organised by 1919. Keeble passed away in 1944, the Te Ku¯iti RSA and the New Zealand leaving no family. Remembrance Army. ■ Gunner Bernard Griffiths was born in England in 1894. He enlisted The veterans’ stories: in the New Zealand Army in Novem- ber 1915, aged 21. He arrived in France ■ Private Francis Joseph in June 1916 and was wounded in the Simmonds 79871 served for the same month. British Army during the Boer War, In 1934, he left his friend’s house before emigrating to New Zealand. He in Te Ku¯iti, intending to visit another served overseas for just over a year veteran, Mr Dewsnap at Mairoa, to ask Veterans’ new headstones at Te Ku¯iti Old Cemetery. Te Ku¯iti Scouts unveil the veterans’ headstones. before returning to New Zealand. for work. He appears to have camped According to the King Country off the road en route and passed away Zealand. the Mounted Rifles. He In March 1918, he received a gun- Chronicle, he had lived in Te Ku¯iti for in his sleep aged 42. ■ Driver Charles Alfred Lawrence passed away in January 1937 at his shot wound to his left arm and the last nine years of his life before He was known to suffer from a 13/2834 was born in 1878 in Auck- home on Seddon St of cancer. returned to New Zealand later that passing away in 1936, aged 56. weak heart. His death is recorded land. ■ Private Arthur John Robinson year. He married Ethel in 1918 and ■ Private Reginald John Kirk around September 8, as it was not He was a butcher, and upon his 56661 was born in 1888 in Tasmania, they had three children. He passed 12/1450 was born in 1893 at Ha¯wera, until the following January that his enlistment in 1915 he worked for and arrived in New Zealand in 1907. away in September 1929. Taranaki. He enlisted in 1914, almost body was found. Hellaby Butchers in Auckland. He departed New Zealand in 1917 and His granddaughter Sheryl as soon as war had been declared. His He had no known relatives in New Lawrence served in France with served mainly in France. attended the service to honour him. Thursday, April 29, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 7 Last days Dementia for cheques help offered to council Residents will no longer be able to pay by cheque at Waipa¯ District Council after tomorrow. at local cafe The council announced the de- cision in March, joining New Zealand hat is the difference During May Stephanie Owen banks and other organisations nation- between Alzheimer’s wants to raise awareness of the work wide in removing cheques as a pay- and dementia/mate this group undertakes by reaching ment option. wareware? That’s a out to people in her community of Finance manager Sarah Davies questionW that is often posed. Te Awamutu and surrounds. said the number of customers using It is not surprising many people get She is going to be in Robert Harris cheques had been steadily declining confused by this because often the Te Awamutu every Monday morning for a number of years. phrase “Dementia and Alzheimer’s” is to talk with anyone affected by de- “We chose April 30 as the final date written together. The answer is quite mentia and to share information for paying cheques because New simple: Alzheimer’s is a type of de- about Dementia . Zealand’s largest bank, ANZ, is ceasing mentia. Stephanie has been part of the Te Each Monday in May Stephanie Owen will be at Robert Harris Te Awamutu to take cheques from May 31.” There are more than 100 different Awamutu Dementia Support Group from 10am until noon for a coffee and chat with anyone who needs Sarah acknowledged removing types of dementia, with the most for some time and has experienced assistance or advice about dealing with dementia. Photo / Dean Taylor the option to pay by cheque may be common ones being Alzheimer’s, vas- looking after people with dementia a challenge for some residents, but cular dementia, and Lewy Body de- through her own extended family Dementia Waikato is a charity that education, socialising/activity wanted to reassure the community mentia. and friends. provides free, ongoing education, ad- groups, and care partner support the council wants to help residents It is believed about 70,000 New She says the concept of the morn- vice, and strategies for anyone who groups. ease through the transition. Zealanders are living with dementia/ ing drop-in sessions is to provide a has a confirmed diagnosis of de- “Dementia/mate wareware is be- “We encourage residents to get in mate wareware and that one in three sounding board for anyone with any mentia and is living at home, in the coming more prevalent in our com- touch with our friendly staff for assist- Kiwis are touched by it, either concerns or questions about living Waikato community. munities as our populations live ance. We provide a variety of pay- through a diagnosis or knowing with dementia or supporting family Dementia adviser Tom Slater says longer and the reduced stigma means ment options to suit individual pre- someone with it. and friends living with dementia. they are a small team of three health more people are seeking a diagnosis,” ferences and can assist in setting Historically there has been a lot of “Sometimes people just need professionals, a volunteer co- says Tom. these up. stigma around the word “dementia” someone to talk to,” she says. ordinator and a manager. “However, we believe that De- “We are offering sessions at each due to a lack of education and under- “For others it is about gathering “Our team covers the Waikato DHB mentia Waikato is only aware of a of our Waipa¯ District Libraries to standing. information so they can deal with the from Maramarua down to National relatively small proportion of the anyone who would like to enhance However, when you learn what issues.” Park, and Raglan across to Tokoroa, local population in and around Te their general computer skills with our dementia is, when you can under- Stephenie says the Te Awamutu as well as the whole of the Coroman- Awamutu who are living with a diag- outreach librarians. These sessions stand how to step into a person with support group is for carers to learn del,” says Tom. nosis.” would be perfect for people who want dementia’s reality, when you can from each other, support each other “Just under half of our funding For this reason the group is sup- to become more confident using change your approach, then you can and know they are not alone. comes from the DHB with the rest of porting Stephanie, who is a volunteer online banking,” Sarah said. learn to walk alongside someone with It is a dedicated group attended by the money made up from grants and and dementia advocate, and the Both the Te Awamutu and Cam- dementia and see them as the person members of the community who generous donations from our com- “drop-in cafe every Monday from bridge libraries offer free digital skills and not the label. have varied experiences of support- munity. 10am until noon throughout May at training through the Digital Steps Dementia does not need to be ing family members and spouses who “All the money we raise in the Robert Harris Te Awamutu. (Stepping Up) programme, which was scary or seen as ‘the end’, but it does are living with a dementia diagnosis. Waikato stays in the Waikato.” “If you would like some informa- established nationwide in 2009. need education, patience and under- “Dementia Waikato offers a greater As well as supporting people living tion on dementia or are starting your For more information visit www. standing. level of support for families, dementia with dementia on a one-to-one basis, own dementia journey, then pop waipalibraries.org.nz or head into one Supporting anyone affected by de- sufferers and carer, and that is what the group provides family/wha¯nau down and see what we are all about,” of the libraries in Cambridge or Te mentia is Dementia Waikato. I am promoting.” education, public talks, care agency says Tom. Awamutu. 8 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 29, 2021

Horizons decision on Plan Change 2 brings certainty for farmers

ederated Farmers and Federated Farmers national DairyNZ are pleased the president Andrew Hoggard. Horizons Regional Council Fhas adopted the recommendations of the away from using LUC as a tool for Independent Hearing Panel for nitrogen allocation. Proposed Plan Change 2. “The decision also provides for “This gives some certainty for a controlled activity pathway for farmers who have been in limbo,” farms who make a considerable 20 Federated Farmers national per cent reduction in nitrogen loss president and Manawatu dairy based on actual farm baselines farmer Andrew Hoggard says. (with those in the top 25 per cent “Importantly, PC2 is an interim having to reduce to the 75th measure, intended to address the percentile for N leaching).” pressing issue about the One There are sound scientific and Plan’s workability while a more economic reasons why the FFNZ/ fundamental, region-wide work DNZ joint proposal made sense, programme is completed to give particularly when further work is effect to the National Policy coming to better understand the Statement for Freshwater catchment and implement the Management 2020.” NPSFM. For water quality, FFNZ/ The Council’s decision to alternative pathway for those who DNZ’s experts demonstrated that endorse the Panel’s cannot meet these limits. there was very minimal difference recommendations will provide a DairyNZ and Federated in what would be achieved from pathway for consent for intensive Farmers’ submission to the Plan implementing our proposal versus farming land uses located in 32 Change endorsed the technical the Council proposal, yet Targeted Catchments, effectively table update, and proposed an economically, PC2 as proposed opening the door to farmers shut alternative approach to nitrogen would have had a considerable out from gaining consent as a loss reduction based on actual on economic impact on farms and the result of 2017 Environment Court farm and catchment reductions, region. declarations, Andrew said. moving away from allocation by “We look forward to working The Plan Change will enable a Land Use Capability (LUC). with Horizons to ensure the plan technical update to nitrogen limits “We are pleased to see Council change can be implemented as (to reflect Overseer version and Commissioners have seamlessly as possible,” Andrew changes) and also provide an endorsed our approach, moving said. We deliver warmth to your home

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Council disappointed with failures

Taupo¯ based farming sink hole, despite directions from company, a company council staff to clean the effluent director and an effluent away and prevent further Aspreading company have discharges. been convicted and fined a total of Donald was convicted on a charge $194,250 for unlawfully discharging of unlawfully discharging a animal effluent into the environment contaminant into the environment from three large dairy farming and fined $35,000. operations. Also on November 26, 2019, The sentence was imposed contracting company, The Effluent recently by Judge Jeff Smith in Pumping Systems Limited (EPSL) Tokoroa District Court and follows was at this farm pumping out one the repeated unlawful discharge of of the farm effluent storage ponds animal effluent between November using a large portable pump and 7, 2019 and March 2, 2020. tractor mounted irrigator. Waikato Regional Council’s Council staff found that EPSL staff regional compliance manager had over-applied effluent over a Patrick Lynch said council looks to large area causing significant larger farm operations and ponding and runoff of effluent. professional spreading companies to EPSL was convicted of one charge lead the industry and set examples of unlawfully discharging a of best practise. contaminant into the environment “Clearly, this is not the case here. and fined $30,000. It is fair to say that both the regulator Council officer noting scale of overflow of effluent from feed pad on a farm at Oruanui, north of Taupo¯. Council staff also inspected the and the wider dairy industry are second Gardon farm, which milked very disappointed with the breaches near the hydrant. resulting in the pipe discharging He was employed through his 1600 cows, on November 21, 2019. uncovered across this substantial As well, a travelling irrigator effluent over a prolonged period of company, Gardon Limited, as the They found the effluent sumps at farming enterprise.” operating earlier the same day had time, causing effluent ponding in a general manager responsible for the two stock underpasses under State Gardon Limited ran an 1150 cow been over-irrigating effluent onto paddock below the pipe, again in overall management of these two Highway 1 and Tram Road were dairy operation at Oruanui, north of already wet soils, resulting in breach of Waikato Regional Plan farms. overflowing into unsealed catchpits, Taupo¯, that employed a number of further ponding of effluent in breach rules and in contravention of the Council staff inspected the first of in breach of Waikato Regional Plan staff. of Waikato Regional Plan rules. abatement notice. these farms, which milks around rules. However, the farm was managed An abatement notice was issued The company was convicted of 1750 cows, on November 7, 2019 and In addition, council staff found by company director Gerard Logan to the company requiring it to cease two charges of unlawfully found the unlined effluent storage that dairy shed effluent irrigated Donald. any further unlawful discharges of discharging a contaminant into the pond designed to take effluent from from three stationary irrigators had Waikato Regional Council staff effluent. environment and a further charge of the feed pad was overflowing, with caused the significant ponding of carried out a monitoring inspection At a follow up inspection by contravening an abatement notice effluent flowing down through a effluent over large areas in an at the farm on November 26, 2019. council staff on 2 March 2020, a and was fined a total of $101,250. stormwater retention pond into a undulating paddock. They found an effluent irrigation buried pipe carrying dairy shed Donald is also a director and sink hole in the ground. Donald was further convicted on hydrant had been discharging dairy effluent to a sump was found to have shareholder of another company A follow up inspection on a charge representative of these shed effluent over a prolonged had an inspection hole cut in it. which owns two adjacent dairy November 21, 2019 found that unlawful discharges and was fined period of time which was ponding This had not been resealed, farms. effluent was still flowing into the $28,000.

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Waipa District mayor Jim Mylchreest receives 812 submissions in regard to Te Awamutu and Mothers Day District War Memorial Park. Photo / Te Awamutu Courier Sunday 9th May Group delivers Receive complimentary pillow cases with selected bedding its submissions rd th May 3 - May 15 2021 812 make feelings known on War Memorial Park While stocks last and T’s & C’s apply ast Friday, Waipa¯ District mayor Jim Spokeswoman Robin Duncan said to the Mylchreest received 812 signed mayor that they all love the park. submissions about the Te Awamutu Jim responded that there was no doubt that 2 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu and District War Memorial Park from everyone in the town did. P 07 870 1991 E [email protected] aL “Save our War Memorial Park” group. Memorial Park is one of five big issues Waipa¯ The group said that many had grown up District Council is consulting on as part of the W nicheteawamutu.co.nz playing in it and/or had the war veteran con- draft Long Term Plan 2021/2031 with nection to it. submissions close Tuesday, April 27. Mon to Fri 9:30am - 5:30pm Sat: 10am - 2pm Waipa¯council launches podcast The Waipa¯District Council has launched a new Presented by ex-journalist Jeanette Tyrell, podcast series which focuses on hot topics in the first episode discusses the environment and the district. sustainability and what that looks like for The What’s new Waipa¯? podcast will regu- Waipa¯, with councillors Clare St Pieree and larly share local views, information and Susan O’Regan. opinions about topics that are important to residents. Communications and Engagement Manager To listen and to subscribe, visit spotify. Charlotte FitzPatrick said podcasts are becom- com and search Waipa¯District Council: ing increasingly popular so they’re a great new i open.spotify.com/episode/ WAYS TO MAKE A way to engage with residents. 1WMxiUNgn4Zt3HLV UINDjx PAYMENT Other fun things youOPINION FROM 30 APRIL 2021 WAIPĀ DISTRICT COUNCIL WILL NO LONGER ACCEPT CHEQUES AS A can do with computers PAYMENT OPTION Matt Bentley which I overclocked from 3ghz to 3.9ghz without PAYMENT OPTIONS Home PC Support: homepcsupport.co.nz issue – a speed increase of about 30 per cent. However, most modern computers are so fast ack in ‘the day', my family had an old XT that this practice dying down somewhat, with the Direct debit computer, what they called an ‘IBM clone' exception of competitions where they use dry ice Pay online Complete a form online at back then or what we would call a PC or liquid nitrogen to cool the CPUs. Do not do Make a one-off online payment now. 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Thursday, April 29, 2021 sparksport.co.nz “Rebecca Fraser and Paul Wheeler Gadsby Realty won Top Office for Rebecca Fraser and Eli Gadsby Down the road, Christine Stevens At the same time, Central Auck- Other platinum awards went to Other gold awards went to Gary Other silver awards were won by Bronze awards went to Patrick Property Management Office for Te Awamutu wins Century 21 top office Centuryannounced 21 its 2021 firstners, quarter which win- New sawRealty Century in Te 21 Zealand Awamutu Gadsby top ranked office as across the the has 21 country and in top Australasia,some as leading well as sales winning awards. only bought Centuryalty 21 on Gadsby Tein Re- Awamutu’s 2019 Alexandra and St strong then 2020. It’s had great the aWaikato well-known franchise particularly has now takenthe out top officemonths spot of for 2021,” the saysowner Derryn first Mayne, three of Century 21 Newthe Zealand. Quarter forCommission) and both Units (the (Grossof number properties Closed listed and sold). also won gold sales awards,Wheeler and took Paul away a silverof award. CenturyMangakino was Top 21 PrincipalQuarter for the Stevens for both Realty GCC and in land’s Units. Winson He of Century 21 Queen Street Realty wonfor Top the Salesperson Units. Quarter Christine and Winson for alsoplatinum won both sales GCC awards. and Iresh Tennakoon (CenturyRealty, Papakura); Tasreet 21 Dhatt (Cen- Local tury 21and Fairdeal Rod Realty, HullTuakau). (Century Manukau); 21 Platinum, Bal and Aman KaushalPapakura); (Local Realty, FennyEdwards Ang (CenturyWhiteford 21 Realty, (Century 21tate, Gold Manurewa); Team Real Botany); Chatty Es- &(Fairdeal Bani Realty, Manukau); Paul Pepper and (Century 21 Ian Ruraltial & Real Residen- Estate, Huntly). Deeyana AmosaManukau); Derryn Mayne (Fairdeal (GoldEstate, Real Realty, Manurewa); and(Century Alen 21 Moshi Theington Moshi Central). Group, Well- Barry (Century 21Ria Premier, Leung Turangi); (CenturyEstate, 21 Riccarton); Aurora(Local Realty, Real Papakura); Kanwar Ian Nicholas (Gadsby Dhillon Realty,Barbara Te Awamutu); CraigReal and (Rural Estate, & Huntly). Residential the Quarternumber over of new 250 managementsoffice by (the an highest managements) was with awarded totury Cen- moreMeadowlands, 21 Auckland.Management than Office Property forunder Sunrise the Quarter 250 250 Premier, went PalmerstonEmma Realty Bourke to of North,erty Premier Manager Century the in with of Prop- the 21 Quarter. Photos / Caitlan Johnston “The funds raised are well beyond Students had to navigate through Meanwhile teachers, volunteers Mark says the success of the day “We talk a lot about ‘Pa¯terangi Pride’ andexcellent events example of likeour the this strength school of community,” are says an Mark. what we predicted but also we hosted a fantastic daylaughter and that bringing our community wastogether full which of fun, iswho we a are.” special part of challenging obstacles onrun, the including colour over through and under army arches,on riding a nets, a hill sled slide. and sliding down aand water parentspowders were on to throwing thefinished children colour and replicating they a rainbow. is aTeacher credit Association, tostudents. teachers the and school’s Parent- VS NZ TIME SUNDAY 2 MAY 2 SUNDAY ENDS FRI 30 APRIL really love somebe swings looking so intoMark. we those will as well,” says Students collected donations for their participation in the colour run. EARLYBIRD $39.99 PAY-PER-VIEW Live on CHISORA PARKER “We know our little children would they’re goingupgrades to can go. see how far the Students had to navigate through an obstacle course.

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2 SUNDAY ¯nau and wider community.” With the extra money, Mark says The refurbishment of the play- School principal Mark Harrop says “Each student had the responsibil-

The school participated in a 1 lown away by the generosity of our ish and upgrade the junior play- They finished the run sliding down the water slide and looking like rainbows.

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T b atrnismashPa¯terangi funds goal The colour run event at the school was held in efforts to raise money to go towards the junior playground. wha ground will begininclude re-barking, immediately a and newequipment shade upgrades. and ground. Their$2500 target but their waspocket efforts more to managed than to raise $8000. it is a remarkablesmall achievement school. for a ity to collectfor pledges their and donations participationrun,” in says the colour Mark. “The school was colour-run to raise money to refur- Thursday, April 29, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 13 CrimeLine

Te Awamutu Police attended the following matters last week:

They attended to 15 family-harm related Burglary and theft: Three men carried out incidents. an aggravated burglary at a property on They attended to two mental health Aotea Road, they pulled a firearm on the related incidents. occupant and the proceeded to tie him up. A cat was shot with an air gun near Crozier They stole a number of firearms and Street, Pirongia. The cat survived but cannabis. Later the same day, Police required vet treatment. searched a local address and located the They assisted with evicting two people stolen items. Charges are pending. A male from a local motel. had sold his Harley-Davidson motorbike A male had his license suspended for through Facebook, the buyer deposited the three month due to the number of demerits he money into his account but two days later the had accumulated. money disappeared. A male was summoned to appear in court Vehicle incidents: There was a two-vehicle after failing to stop for Police. crash at the intersection of Mahoe and Mutu A 15-year-old boy was reported missing, Streets, it appears a van pulled out and hit the he was found two days later. other vehicle involved. There were only minor They assisted Huntly staff when a gang injuries. fight broke out. Arrests: A male was arrested for wilful A driver was processed for drink driving, damage and assaults police, he is being held they blew 692, had their license suspended in custody to appear in court. A female was and have been summoned to court. required on breach of bail, possession of an Another drink driver blew 600 and they offensive weapon and possession of meth. A were forbidden to drive. female was arrested for shoplifting. Te Awamutu Police ∼ 872 0100 Victim Support ∼ 0800 VICTIM Crimestoppers ∼ 0800 555111 Urgent traffic (cell only) ∼ *555 Non emergency ∼ 105 Emergency ∼ 111 What’s On for May

Te Awamutu Events Guide as notified to session for all age with plenty of support. the Te Awamutu Visitor i-Site Centre. Contact Angela, 870 2649. ■ 2 Kihikihi Police House Temple Cottage ■ 12 Ponderosa Country Music Club, Te Charitable Trust Open Day, Trust Buildings, Rahu Hall 12.30 – 4.30pm. Contact 871 3129. 20 Lyon Street, from 10am – 3pm. Great ■ 15, 17, 19, 20 Te Awamutu Community collection of local historical records and Menz Shed Open Days, 132 Raeburne St, memorabilia, so plan for plenty of time. Contact from 9.30am t- noon. Come and join us for Jan Burch at 07 871 3685. a cuppa and chat. Contact Steve, 027 ■ 3 Te Awamutu Country Variety Club 6611070. Concert, 7pm, The Bible Chapel, Swarbrick ■ 16 and 30 Te Awamutu Country Music Drive. Adults $20, children U12 $10. Contact Club, Methodist Hall, 261 Bank St. 1 - 4.30pm Ray Thurgood 07 870 1551. . Contact 871 2799. ■ 5 Brave Caitlin Smith's Imaginary Band, ■ 19 Introduction to Ukulele, Te Awamutu Highfield Country Estate Lodge Lounge, 397 Library, Selwyn Lane, from 6pm. Beginner Swarbrick Drive, from 7.30pm. Caitlin Smith class run by the Kihikihi Ukulele Club. (piano and vocals), Mark Laurent (guitar) and Registration appreciated. Contact Dee Thinking Steve Cournane (percussion and cymbals). A Atkinson, [email protected]. dream team performing jazz and folk music. ■ 21 Te Awamutu 60’s Up, Meet at the Waipa Tickets are $25 + Booking Fee from Eventfinda Workingmens Club, 10.30am. Contact 871 or i-Site. 4097. of selling? ■ 8 Te Awamutu Country Variety Club, Bible ■ 22 Mid Island Cat Show, Te Awamutu Chapel. 12.30 - 4.30pm. Baptist Church, 106 Teasdale Street. From ■ 9 Pirongia Country Music Club, 10am - 4pm approx. Cat show watch pedigree For exceptional marketing Nga¯hinapo¯uri Hall, 1189 Kakaramea Road. and domestic cats be judged by five judges and results, get in touch From 12.30 – 4.30pm. Contact 0274 802 552. who will decide on the supreme cat in the show. with Wendy Knight today! ■ 11 Pink Ribbon Morning Tea, Te Pahu¯ For more information contact 871 9157. Community Hall, from 10am. Hosted by Te ■ 23 Te Awamutu Genealogy group – Learn Your Local EVES salesperson Pahu¯Women’s Institute Tea to raise funds for about DNA, St John’s Ambulance Hall, Palmer covering Waipa, breast cancer. Contact Abigael Walke, 021 Street. From 1 - 4pm. Cost: $5. For beginners and Kawhia. 02218931. who are interested in learning about DNA. ■ 11 and 25 Kihikihi Ukulele Club, Anglican Contact: [email protected] Church Hall, Lyon Street, Kihikihi. Doors Open ■ 23 Ponderosa Country Music Club, Te 6.30pm. Playing starts 7 - 8.15pm. Great Rahu Hall 12.3- 4.30pm. Contact 871 3129. If you would like to know what your property is worth in the current market, get in touch with Wendy for a no-obligation, free property appraisal. Lance’s LOT New Listing

Te Awamutu 151 Lorne Street 3 2 1 1

Living the Life on Lorne

Sittingproudlyona961sqm(approx.)sectionwithviewsouttoMt Deadline Private Treaty closes KakepukuandMtPirongiathis1950sbeautyissuretoplease.Light 6th May 2021 at 4pm (unless sold prior) filled interiors with a mix of modern and original features welcome you View By Appointment into this home. The spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area meansthereisroomforeveryone.Callmenowtomakeatimetoview Online eves.co.nz/ehv08334 or visit one of the weekend open homes.

Wendy Knight EVES Realty Ltd, Licensed under the REAA 2008 027 493 6391 [email protected] 14 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 29, 2021 ■ IN BUSINESS CIRCLES Business aims to Create Wealth for you in Waipa¯ Jen McIvor can help locals buy homes

ew Te Awamutu, mortgage I am passionate about brokerage Creating Wealth aims to get more Waipa¯ property, investing in it residents into property myself, and I know the ownership.N Creating Wealth Mortgage Ad- benefits it can bring in visers has recently launched in Te Awamutu, servicing the local com- creating wealth for our munity as its newest mortgage local community. brokerage. Led by local Jen McIvor, Creating Jen McIvor, Creating Wealth Wealth will help locals to reach their home ownership and property in- Jen McIvor hopes her new business — Creating Wealth, will help more vestment goals, to create wealth. locals get into property ownership despite rising house prices. With an approximate population as of March 2020.” Photo / Caitlan Johnston of 46,000, Jen says more than a “With climbing property quarter of Waipa¯residents currently prices, property ownership University of Waikato. a more tailored and personal service.” live in rentals (approximately 28.5 per is getting further from With extensive lending experi- “Covid-19 has changed the way we cent). reach for some, so our goal ence within the banking industry work and embraced new technology, She says house prices are increas- is to create wealth for local and working in the legal industry, allowing us to provide a ing at a rapid rate. Waipa¯ residents through she has a unique understanding of predominantly digital service “In Waipa¯, the median listing price buying property.” the entire home purchase and lend- through an online portal, electronic for houses is just under $700,000, Providing options and ad- ing process. bank statements and electronic and this has grown 6.72 per cent in vice for lending, the brokerage “I am passionate about property, signing.” the past year,” says Jen. works with clients through the en- investing in it myself, and I know the “The most expensive Waipa¯sub- tire process of purchasing a home benefits it can bring in creating wealth For more information contact urb is Cambridge, while the most from start to finish. for our local community,” says Jen. Jen on 021 024 16900 and at affordable is Kihikihi — which Jen is a registered financial adviser Jen is a registered financial adviser “I aim to break the common New i [email protected], subsequently had the fastest-growing specialising in lending, with a degree specialist with a degree in finance Zealand trend of borrowers using you can also visit her website house prices over the past 21 years, in finance and economics from the and economics. their own bank as a default, providing — www.creatingwealth.co.nz.

57 Hillcrest Avenue, 289 Kakepuku Road, Te Awamutu Te Awamutu

Looking for a family friendly Super 8490sqm lifestyle block. neighbourhood with a 922sqm Main home has three bedrooms, (approx) section in a quiet open plan living with wood fire, street? This home offers three a large covered deck, covered bedrooms, a sunroom (can be parking, a workshop, outside used as an office)plusasleepout. studio room, three bay farm New Listing/Open Home Largedeckforentertaining.The Open Home building plus excellent water vendors are relocating - be quick! supply and six small paddocks. For Sale By Negotiation Deadline Sale Closes 19 May at 1.00pm,unlesssoldprior View Sunday 2 May, View Sunday 2 May, 2.00 - 2.30pm 12.00-12.45pm

Carrie Taylor Kirstie McGrail 027 291 7555 027 270 3175 rwteawamutu.co.nz/TEA30068 rwteawamutu.co.nz/TEA30063 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

2/114 Carlton Street, 3/114 Carlton Street, Te Awamutu Te Awamutu

Centrallylocatedinavery A great retirement home, first popular street within easy home, or investment property. walking distance of town. Low Low maintenance and situated maintenance with two double in a popular street very close to bedrooms, roomy living area, town. Two double bedrooms, very tidy upgraded bathroom, a good-sized living area, with a Open Home a single internal access auto Open Home heat pump, internal access single garage and a nice little outdoor auto garage, and a nice patio and area. garden area at the rear. For Sale $460,000 For Sale $460,000 View Saturday 1 May, View Saturday 1 May, 2.30 - 3.00pm 2.30-3.00pm Carol Ryan Carol Ryan 027 290 3784 027 290 3784 rwteawamutu.co.nz/TEA30058 rwteawamutu.co.nz/TEA30057 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Open home - Fri 11 to 11:30am Open home - Sun 3:15 to 3:45pm Open home - Sun 2:30 to 3pm Open home - Sun 2 - 2:30pm

Õtorohanga For Sale Deadline Sale Te Awamutu For Sale $1,100,000 Kihikihi For Sale $469,000 31 Hinewai Street 29A Wharepuhunga Rd 4 Balance Street A home to be proud of Harcourts.co.nz/TA22435 Multi Purpose Family Lifestyle Harcourts.co.nz/TA22399 A Great Place to Start Harcourts.co.nz/TA22397 • Three bedrooms plus office • Four bedrooms plus office • Two bedroom house • Expansive living areas Mandy Lata & Stuart Parker • Two bathrooms, decking Viv Veale • Separate living area Adam McGrath & Nadine Barker 027 679 2224 027 283 5928 021 911 295 021 217 5703 027 238 4753 • Built for sun and warmth • Double garage with room & toilet • 827m2 section (approx) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] • Landscaped, fully fenced section [email protected] • 2.2640 hectares (approx), shedding • Carport [email protected]

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Final Notice

For Sale For Sale Te Awamutu $575,000 Te Awamutu Deadline Sale Te Pahu For Sale $1,440,000 Õtorohanga For Sale Deadline Sale 241 Carlton Street Harcourts.co.nz/TA22432 7 Cruickshank Rd Closing 5th May 2021 966 Limeworks Loop RdHarcourts.co.nz/OH8969 127H Main North Rd Closing 20th May 2021 Harcourts.co.nz/TA22393 • Harcourts.co.nz/OH8979 • Two double bedrooms • Large 3 bedroom, brick home • Four b/rooms + two bathrooms Four double bedrooms • • Heat pump • Double garage, two living areas • 7baycalfshed+3bayimplement Two beautifully tiled bathrooms • • Covered deck, close to town Viv Veale • 2324m2 section (approx) Viv Veale • Numerous large sheds Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox Separate lounge & office Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox 021 911 295 021 911 295 • 027 294 6215 027 559 4468 • 027 294 6215 027 559 4468 • Internal access garage • No covenants 6.7 ha, with equine facilities Triple car garaging [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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Blue Ribbon Realty Ltd MREINZ Licensed Agent REAA 2008 16 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 29, 2021 ¯ Tungstens right on point Ohaupo¯plays host to DARTS matches as the Dragons failed to get their finishing doubles and the singles results being evenly shared. Week five of the Te Awamutu Darts Glenn Forde and Paul Cleaver Puta¯ruru in solid win Association saw Tungstens deal to from the Dragons both scored 180 the hapless Raiders 14/1 to ensure and of note was Paul’s trio of 140s. they stay at the top of the ladder. Warriors continued their advance Well done to Steve Cassidy for up the ladder at the expense of Tigers Home side stretch opposition from side to side to get 33-8 win stopping the whitewash. Tungstens 10/5. are definitely the team to beat and Some excellent scoring was re- RUGBY no opposition are going to find that corded with Mike Melgers (Tigers) easy. and Ken Bardsley (Warriors) Scoring Rockets beat the other celler 180. Mike also had a 120 finish and here was excitement in dweller Allsorts by the same margin teammate Raymond Hunwick had a O¯ haupo¯ on Saturday, where 14/1. 107 finish. the Mark Keesom Ray The heroes who stopped a white- Rebels and Thorns fought out a White-sponsored O¯ haupo¯ wash were the pairing of Raeleen tight game with Thorns coming out seniorT rugby team assembled at Bain and Michael Garrett with on top 10/5. O¯ haupo¯ Memorial Park to take on Raeleen also recording a 108 start. All wins are important to these two Puta¯ruru. Jamie TeNana and Ken McDowall teams in the battle to get to the Earlier in the afternoon, O¯ haupo¯B scored 120 starts with Ken also championship round. had claimed their first win of the recording a 101 finish. Standings after round 5: Tungstens season, 27-19, over Puta¯ruru’s B team. Hunters worked hard to win over 5; Hunters 4; Dragons 4; Rockets 4; O¯ haupo¯’s coach Jordan Farrington A moment of silence for our servicemen before the Division 1 match between their clubmates Dragons 10/5. Thorns 3; Rebels 2; Warriors 2; Tigers called into the O¯ haupo¯Bakery as he O¯ haupo¯and Puta¯ruru. Photo / Arthur Uden Hunters won seven of the nine pair 1; Allsorts 0; Raiders 0. made his way to the ground to calm his nerves and gather his thoughts. In the forwards, turned Met Camabatiki making impressive As veteran referee Grant Cotterell hooker Ben Parrot was getting carries, giving O¯ haupo¯front-foot ball. blew his whistle, the two teams left through a mountain of work and he In the midfield, co-captain Dylan the changing rooms to line up for a was supported by Sam Foster and Samson was a tireless worker, either RUGBY DRAWS, RESULTS minute’s silence to pay respect to our young lock Liam Fox, who got around with the ball in hand or on defence. servicemen and women. the paddock with ease and was also Samson also chimed in with two Senior Rugby Fixtures — Round 4 Castleton Park, Field 1. Kickoff 2.45pm Coach Farrington and his assistant, accurate at lineout time. penalties. 01/05 Hamilton Marist v Kihikihi at Marist former prop Mitch Graham, Out wide, wingers Roy Huggard When replacement centre Baylee PREMIER: Park, Field 3. Kickoff 2.45pm. made some smart changes to the and young Caleb Kennedy, son of Davies cut through the Puta¯ruru Te Awamutu Sports v O¯ torohanga at WOMEN: O¯ haupo¯ forward pack, which gave club legend Graham Kennedy, defence to score out wide the game Albert Park, Field 1. Kickoff 2.45pm. Kihikihi the bye PREMIER B: them more mobility, and what a reaped the benefits of the forwards’ was O¯ haupo¯’s. Senior results — Round 3 24/04 Te Awamutu Sports Development v masterstroke this turned out to be. hard work, with both wingers scoring Puta¯ruru didn’t give up trying, with PREMIER: O¯ torohanga B at Albert Park, Field 1. O¯ haupo¯ got straight into their a try before the half-time break. a late try to make the score 33-8 to University 15-31 Te Awamutu Sports Kickoff 1pm. work, spreading the larger Puta¯ruru O¯ haupo¯went into the break lead- the young O¯ haupo¯line-up. PREMIER B: forward pack from side to side and ing 22-3. As the referee blew the whistle for DIVISION 1: University 26-17 Te Awamutu Sports ¯ Hinuera v O¯ haupo¯at Wealleans Park, Development cleverly using the width of the field In the second half, Ohaupo¯ con- full-time, you could see the smiles on Field 1. Kickoff 2.45pm. to score the first try of the game to tinued where they left off, pinning the faces of life members Peter DIVISION 1: Te Rapa v Pirongia at St Andrews Park, O¯ haupo¯33-Puta¯ruru 8 impressive prop Liam Palaone. Puta¯ruru deep in their half. Monahan and Brian Matthews from Field 1. Kickoff 2.45pm. Puta¯ruru then got into their work, Coach Farrington made some the other side of the field. This was Frankton 23-27 Pirongia DIVISION 1 B: DIVISION 1 B: and after dominating several phases clever changes at the 60-minute mark a win to savour. Hinuera B v O¯ haupo¯ B at Wealleans O¯ haupo¯B 27-19 Puta¯ruru B of play, gained a penalty which they and reserve hooker Ethan Refoy An impressive performance by the Park, Field 1. Kickoff 1pm. Frankton B 21-15 Pirongia B converted into points. made an immediate impact, scoring O¯ haupo¯team, who were hungry to Te Rapa B v Pirongia B at St Andrews DIVISION 2: After that, it was all O¯ haupo¯, mov- out wide. bounce back from last week’s defeat Park, Field 1. Kickoff 1pm. Te Awamutu Marist, Kihikihi DNP ing the larger Puta¯ruru pack around O¯ haupo¯continued to lift the pace by Leamington. DIVISION 2: WOMEN: the park. of the game with replacement lock This week they head to Hinuera. Te Awamutu Marist v Huntly COB at Southern United 0-26 Kihikihi

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HARCOURTS FRIDAY 30TH APRIL 2021 11.00AM – 11:30AM 31 HINEWAI STREET, OTOROHANGA DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.00PM – 12.30PM 30A RANGITAHI STREET, OTOROHANGA $455,000 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.45PM – 1.15PM 127H MAIN NORTH ROAD, OTOROHANGA DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 1:15PM – 1:45PM 241 CARLTON STREET, TE AWAMUTU $575,000 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2.00PM – 2:30PM 31 HINEWAI STREET, OTOROHANGA DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2:15PM – 2:45PM 7 CRUICKSHANK ROAD, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2:30PM – 3PM 4 BALANCE STREET, KIHIKIHI $469,0000 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 3:15PM – 3:45PM 29A WHAREPUHUNGA ROAD, TE AWAMUTU $1,100,000

RAY WHITE SATURDAY 1ST MAY 2021 2.30PM – 3.00PM 3/114 CARLTON STREET, TE AWAMUTU $460,000 SATURDAY 1ST MAY 2021 2.30PM – 3.00PM 2/114 CARLTON STREET, TE AWAMUTU $460,000 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 11.00AM-12.00PM 203 NGAROMA ROAD, OTOROHANGA DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.00PM – 12.45PM 289 KAKEPUKU ROAD, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.30PM - 1.30PM 72 NURSE DAVEY COURT, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 1.00PM – 1.30PM 1646 TE RAHU ROAD, TE AWAMUTU BY NEGOTIATION SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2.00PM - 2.30PM 57 HILLCREST AVENUE, TE AWAMUTU BY NEGOTIATION SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2.00PM - 2.30PM 3/1150 BANK STREET TE AWAMUTU BY NEGOTIATION SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 3.00PM - 3.30PM 1377 REWI STREET, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE

CENTURY 21 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 12.30PM – 1.00PM 96 PRESTON RD, TE AWAMUTU ENQUIRES OVER $1,350,000 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 1.00PM – 1.30PM 369 PUNIU RD, TE AWAMUTU $750,000 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 1.00PM – 1.30PM 354 GREENHILL RD, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2.00PM – 2.30PM 101 LYON ST, KIHIKIHI $830,000

LJ HOOKER THURSDAY 29TH APRIL 2021 5.30PM – 6.00PM 122A GOODFELLOW STREET, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE THURSDAY 29TH APRIL 2021 5.30PM – 6.00PM 4683 OHAUPO ROAD, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE FRIDAY 30TH APRIL 2021 12.00PM – 12.30PM 1669 TE RAHU ROAD, TE AWAMUTU AUCTION Otorohanga 1018 Road FRIDAY 30TH APRIL 2021 12.00PM – 12.30PM 100 WILSON STREET, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE FRIDAY 30TH APRIL 2021 12.30PM – 1.00PM 1/356 YOUNG STREET, TE AWAMUTU AUCTION 3 1 3 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.00PM – 12.30PM 122A GOODFELLOW STREET, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE Boutique dairy farm SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.00PM – 12.30PM 1669 TE RAHU ROAD, TE AWAMUTU AUCTION

This 44 hectare (more or less) operating dairy farm is Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 6 May 2021 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.00PM – 12.30PM 725 PATERANGI ROAD, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE in a prime location, 24km east of the service town of 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 12.30 – 1.00PM 1/356 YOUNG STREET, TE AWAMUTU AUCTION Otorohanga. The farm infrastructure includes a 14 View 10.30-11.30am Wed 5 May SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 1.00PM – 1.30PM 4683 OHAUPO ROAD, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE ASHB dairy shed, 2 bay implement shed, ½ round Stuart Gudsell AREINZ 021 951 737 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 1.00PM – 1.30PM 100 WILSON STREET, TE AWAMUTU SALE BY DEADLINE O’Neil barn plus a 4 bay hay/calf shed. The home is a [email protected] three-bedroom dwelling with a double garage plus SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 1.30PM – 2.00PM 125 PUAHUE ROAD, TE AWAMUTU AUCTION single garage/workshop. Approximately 42 hectares Sharon Evans AREINZ 027 235 4771 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2.00PM – 2.30PM 18C CAREY STREET, KIHIKIHI $749,000 [email protected] is in grass of which the majority is used as dairy SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 2.30PM – 3.30PM 421 ROAD, TE AWAMUTU BY NEGOTIATION platform supplying Fonterra. SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008 SUNDAY 2ND MAY 2021 3.00PM – 3.30PM 81 TIKI ROAD, TE AWAMUTU $1,490,000 bayleys.co.nz/2312256 PROPERTY BROKERS SUNDAY 2ND MAY 12.00PM-12.30PM 290 CARLTON ST, TE AWAMUTU DEADLINE SALE FINAL NOTICE SALE BY DEADLINE

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Popular Puahue Auction Loaded With Character and Charm Sale By Deadline 1:00pm, Thursday 6th May 2021 Closes 3:00pm, Tuesday 4th Buyers interested in a small lifestyle block only Situated just 5 minutes from Te Awamutu and (unless sold prior) May 2021 (unless sold prior) five mins (approx.) from Te Awamutu will be ______commanding fabulous rural views across to ______drawn to this new listing. Mount Pirongia and Lake Ngaroto, this solid View View Superbly positioned in a sought after location, 1950’s bungalow is a definite must see for Sunday 1:30 - 2:00pm Sunday 1:00 - 1:30pm this modern family residence offers wonderful ______character lovers. ______rural views and is a perfect option for those Agent With approx. 6692m2 of land, family lifestyle Agent wanting the peace, privacy and tranquility of Ian Jones 027 447 1758 living close to town could soon become your Fiona Collins 027 295 4250 country life, whilst enjoying all the reality. Mark Weal 027 451 4732 conveniences of town living. Contact Fiona or Mark today and organise a Contact Ian to organise a time to view. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu time to view. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 (07) 871 5044 teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1EUEGG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ljhooker.co.nz/1EW2GG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Substantial Family Home Sale By Deadline Stylish Lifestyle Living For Sale Closes 3:00pm Thursday 6th By Negotiation Perfectly positioned and in a sought-after Built in 2018, this immaculately presented 4- May 2021 (unless sold prior) ______location just 5 minutes from town, this bedroom home is exceptionally smart and ______View substantial family home set on approx. 1.2 stylish. View Sunday 2:30 - 3:00pm hectares, commands spectacular rural views. Set on approx. 1.78 hectares and only 10 By Appointment Only ______With four spacious bedrooms, a games room ______minutes from town, the bespoke and Agent and swimming pool, growing families wanting Agent innovative home is loaded with top of the line Fiona Collins 027 295 4250 space and the potential to add value, should Fiona Collins 027 295 4250 extras and commands panoramic rural views. Mark Weal 027 451 4732 contact Fiona or Mark to arrange a private Mark Weal 027 451 4732 Contact Fiona or Mark to arrange a personal viewing. viewing and prepare to be impressed! LJ Hooker Te Awamutu LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 (07) 871 5044 ljhooker.co.nz/1EW0GG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 ljhooker.co.nz/1EWAGG8 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 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. 18 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 29, 2021 Power pack sets up DMac for the finish Chiefs carrying all the momentum with finals berth booked

RUGBY not have done much more in Ham- injured Ardie Savea, elected to take Liam Napier ilton. After being locked 10-10 at a quick tap and Peter Umaga-Jensen halftime, did his ut- spilled the ball to squander the early amian McKenzie has done most to inspire, as he has all season. dominance. it again, kicking the Second-half tries to replacements After defending desperately in Gallagher Chiefs to the Billy Proctor and Asafo Aumua gave the opening stages, the Chiefs soon Aotearoa the a one-point lead with regrouped to settle into their work. final,D confirmed when the lost 11 minutes to play but they could not The locals were dangerous when to the . hold on at the death. generating quick ruck ball and There is no debate that the Chiefs The Hurricanes are rooted at the McKenzie regularly chimed into the will play the Crusaders in the final. bottom of the table with one win line to direct their attack but they, Even if the Blues win this weekend from seven games. too, struggled to convert pressure and match the Chiefs’ 20 points, the The Chiefs can, meanwhile, con- into points. Chiefs will have more wins which template a final round trip to Eden Anton Lienert-Brown dropped in a countback when teams are tied. Park before the final. the ball over the line and midfield Two weeks ago in , Not long ago the prospect of Clay- partner was pushed McKenzie knocked over the match- ton McMillan’s side being in the big out in the corner down a narrow winning penalty to sink the dance was laughable. No one is short side and so it was left to the Highlanders in golden-point extra laughing now. dominant Chiefs scrum to lead the time; two weekends back he nailed Other than Vaa’i and McKenzie, way. another late penalty to push the loosehead prop shone With Ross shunting All Blacks Chiefs in front against the Crusaders. for the Chiefs with his powerful tighthead Lomax, the Chiefs twice Last Friday night in Hamilton, the scrummaging efforts playing a pivo- overpowered the Hurricanes’ scrum. All Blacks utility iced a 45m, two tal role. Openside , On the second occasion, Pita Gus minutes into added time, to secure in his second match back, continued Sowakula drove over to claim the the Chiefs’ fifth win in succession. to prove his worth at the breakdown, Chiefs’ first try. All Blacks lock Tupou Vaa’i was too. also helped spark Other than the opening a standout all night for the Chiefs the Chiefs with their only try of the exchanges the Chiefs had the better with his physicality and work rate second half after selling a dummy of the first half but Barrett nailed a shining through. It was his break- to crash over. 55m penalty as the halftime hooter down penalty in the 78th minute The Hurricanes took the match to sounded to lock the teams up at the that gave the Chiefs the chance to the Chiefs early with James break. snatch another dramatic victory. Blackwell claiming the opening try The tight tussle continued Moments later, McKenzie never in the second minute after busting throughout the second spell until looked like fluffing his lines. through and putting on a right-foot McKenzie’s clutch talents again One month ago in Wellington, the step following a sly short ball from stepped up. Hurricanes inexplicably blew a Tyrel Lomax. After another late victory sealed 19-point lead against the Chiefs — That seemed to rock the Chiefs, five on the bounce, who would bet that win sparking the change in with Gatland kicking out on the full against the Chiefs now? fortunes for a team that had lost 11 from the restart which allowed the ■ Chiefs 26 (, matches in a row. Hurricanes to immediately resume Bryn Gatland tries; Damian In many ways the Hurricanes are their initial onslaught. McKenzie 2 cons, 4 pens) the Chiefs of last season — consist- The visitors should have ■ Hurricanes 24 (James Blackwell, ently in the fight, so near, so far, as garnered greater rewards from their Billy Proctor, Asafo Aumua tries; they fall agonisingly short each early dominance but , Jordie Barrett 3 cons, pen) Damian McKenzie and the Chiefs celebrate another match winning kick. week. Jason Holland’s men could assuming the captaincy from the HT: 10-10 Photo / Photosport Messam answers call to cover injuries in loosies

RUGBY will require arthroscopic knee surgery. His Former All Black and Gallagher Chiefs expected recovery co-captain and Tara- time is two to three naki loose forward months. have been called in to the Gallagher Parker had foot Chiefs squad as injury replacements. Liam Messam surgery for a plan- Messam and Florence have been tar plate repair on brought in after season-ending in- April 15 and his expected recovery juries to Kaylum Boshier, Mitchell time is six months. Karpik and . The Chiefs’ loose forward stocks Boshier sustained a shoulder in- had already taken a blow with the jury during the Chiefs’ match against loss of All Blacks skipper the Hurricanes last weekend in Ham- to a shoulder injury. ilton. As a result of scans, it has been Messam last played for the Chiefs confirmed he requires shoulder in 2018 and, with 179 caps to his name, tackles Drew Mitchell of the in 2009. Little did Kahui know that he would be stabilisation surgery. His expected is the second-most capped Super representing the Force more than a decade later. Photo / Stephen Barker, Photosport recovery time is six months. Rugby player of all time behind for- Karpik suffered a knee injury dur- mer Crusader (202). ing training last week. Florence made his sole Super Following further assessment and Rugby appearance off the bench for Kahui still a formidable force scans, it has been confirmed Karpik the Highlanders in 2020.

RUGBY off when Western Australia was put franchise of chief executive and for- into a three-day lockdown, but a mer Otago wing Tony Lewis. crowd of 6278 saw the Force at full The Force’s upset victory Welsh test confirmed Nearly a decade ago, former Chief commitment and full noise against effectively rendered Saturday’s final Richard Kahui was starring for the All the Reds, who had already qualified regular season match in Sydney a RUGBY Wales were due in Auckland and Blacks at Rugby World Cup 2011. for the May 8 grand final. “dead rubber” between the Waratahs Wellington last July but the games Now, pushing 36, he is still doing Kahui was joined in the Force and Rebels, though you would not were cancelled due to the Covid-19 the business, coming up with the match-day squad by fellow Kiwis have known it for all the testiness and The Welsh has con- pandemic. winning play that helped the Western , who set up Olowofela’s intensity on show. firmed a test between the Six Nations The sides last clashed in the bronze Force into the Super Rugby AU finals, second try with a strong thrust, and Despite two red cards, the Rebels champions and the All Blacks later in final at the 2019 Rugby World Cup their first playoffs appearance in any , though Auckland- triumphed, 36-25, seizing the initiative the year. while the All Blacks haven’t played format at this level. schooled Taniela Tupou stole the within 40 seconds when former As reported by the Weekend in Cardiff since 2017 — a 33-18 victory. Kahui, on as a sub, made a dinky individual highlight with a bullocking Hawke’s Bay centre Stacey Ili latched Herald, the test will take place on Wales open their autumn fixtures left-footed grubber for wing Jordan try from 35m out for Brad Thorn’s on to a Matt To’omua crosskick to October 31 (NZT), outside of the World against the All Blacks before taking Olowofela to score his third try at 74 Reds. open the scoring. Rugby international window, mean- on South Africa, Fiji and Australia in minutes and see the hosts home, The Force will travel to Canberra The Waratahs finished Super ing Wales’ English-based players will consecutive weeks. 30-27, over the table-topping Reds in to face the in Saturday Rugby AU with an 0-8 record and not be available for selection. The Welsh Rugby Union are Perth. night’s final qualifier and move a step now know how the 2020 Chiefs felt The All Blacks will also play tests expecting crowds will be allowed at There was drama even before kick closer to the lofty vision for the in . against Ireland, France and Italy. the fixtures. Sponsored Story How APEC makes life better APEC 2021 is being held virtually, hosted by NZ — which brings a whole range of new challenges.

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RUGBY The Te Awamutu AFC Tall Poppy Justin Miezenbeek Real Estate team headed to take on Unicol at Jansen Park e Awamutu Sports showed Saturday, bags filled with patience, control and a lethal enthusiasm and wanting to counter-attack, launching continue their momentum from themselves into the Waikato the prior games and the week’s PreTmier Rugby top four with a 31-12 training. win over University on Saturday. Captain Joel Roil won the coin Tries to Logan Karl, Tony Bennett, toss and opted to go with the Stuart Leach, Cody Nordstrom and a wind in the first half, messy. penalty try, plus two Karl conversions The game started with ensured Sports took the maximum tenacity, Euan McLeod had points in a hugely important clash New Gallagher clearly been reading Phil towards the first-round standings. Chiefs signing Woosnam’s theory which reads Playing with a strong wind at their Gideon Wrampling “the rules of football are very backs, Sports opened the scoring made his Te simple, basically it is this: if it when Karl found an overlap down the Awamutu Sports moves, kick it. If it doesn’t move, left wing, chipped over the fullback de´but on Saturday. kick it until it does.” and dotted down. The conversion Photo / Justin Miezenbeek A soft first goal after a missed from out wide was unsuccessful. catch by TA’s goalie saw the ball After some back-and-forward play, another thriller when the hosts Cody Nordstromplayed his best stop-start, messy game, going down in the net with Unicol taking the Sports picked up their second try pinned Sports in their quarter with a gameinSports colours, picking up the 17-26 at the University of Waikato. lead. This was followed shortly by when midfielder and new Chiefs 10-minute assault — trying to score a man of the match award as a constant University got off to a fast start, two very well placed goals from squad member Gideon Wrampling, in definitive blow — but couldn’t break threat on the right wing. scoring in the early minutes, but TA’s Bradley Egglestone. his debut for the club, worked an outstanding defensive line. Lock Tony Bennett was again im- fullback Maoilir Hansen answered The game looked to be tied up through a half-gap and offloaded to Sports held strong and when they pressive, dominating in the lineouts back, breaking countless tackles to 2-2 going into halftime, but step lock Tony Bennett who crossed, the finally weathered the storm and got and was physical around the ruck, score. A late penalty goal to Univers- up Little Nicky, the 17-year-old Karl conversion extending the lead to their hands on the ball, they went picking up his first try of the year, ity left the score 10-5 to the hosts at who is becoming a free kick 12-0. straight on counter-attack, with while replacement Awa Morris’s in- the break. specialist, with some University answered, pinning winger Nordstrom on hand to sprint jection at halftime added a strong Another penalty goal to Varsity encouragement from the Sports on their line and after a yellow clear the last 30 metres. The try was midfield spark and opened up the was answered with a brilliant try to sideline. He tested the keeper, card for cynical play, the hosts caught converted by Karl for a 24-12 lead. University backline. winger Queyst Michael-Tapu. knocking one past him into the Sports out with a quick tap and scored As University got desperate, Sports MVP Points: 3 — Cody Nordstrom, Sports trailed 13-10 before another post for it to be deflected in the to pull the deficit back by five points, went up a gear and another breakout 2—Tony Bennett, 1 — Awa Morris. University penalty goal stretched the back of the net. 12-5 at the break. from Awa Morris had thempressing The job gets tough this week when lead to 16-10. The halftime score was 3-2 Sports were perhaps a little guilty University hard, winning a penalty neighbours and second-spot holders Powerful winger Ishmail Shabazz with all to play for. of not using the wind enough, but and another attacking lineout. O¯ torohanga come to Albert Park, found space down the left wing to Egglestone again, noted for deserved their lead and faced a tough The subsequent drive was on track Sports needing a win to keeppace help Sports to their first lead in the having to be best man at a second half into the breeze. for another try when multiple with the other top four sides. game, Josh Bennett slotting the con- wedding by 3pm, packed in his Keeping the ball in hand, Sports got infringements resulted in a penalty version. 90 minute shift into 70, cutting themselves into scoring position try to seal a very polished win, 31-12. Premier Development University played smart rugby through the Unicol defence like again and another perfectly executed After two weeks of stop-start work suffer first loss but still hold with the wind at their backs and as a knife to butter, slotting two rolling maul had skipper Leach pick from the backs, their combinations top-four spot Sports shot themselves in the foot more in the second half. This up the spoils, extending their lead to finally clicked and they were lethal. The Premier Development side with mistakes and penalties, scored makes him the league’s top goal 17-5. The forwards laid the platform and will kick themselves for a scrappy two late tries to secure their first win scorer. University hit back to make it 17-12, the speed and skill was too much for performance against University, of the round and hand Te Awamutu Josh Fitzpatrick had to be and the game was shaping up as the defence to handle. officiating frustrations leading to a their first loss. noted having his first run for the squad coming off the bench fired up and ready to play being likened to a young Vinny Jones. The final score was 5-4 to the GOLF RESULTS TA AFC Tall Poppy Real Estate boys, moving into another week Division 1 winner - Gwenda Meeke Net - Carl Miezenbeek 66; Philip was Lynda Morgan with 74. of training with the aim of Te Awamutu 78; Division 2 winner - Annette Blundell 67; Jayde Tupaea 67; Bill Scramble: sharpening up a few areas to Midweek Scramble: Bryant 77 followed by Barbara Garvin 68. Senior - Phillp Eyre 73; Dave Seager make this ever-improving squad Sam Nash 73 Gross; John Hill 70 O’Regan 78; Raewyn Coleman 81. Points - Carl Miezenbeek 40; Philip 73; Aaron Kelly 75; Scott Law 75; of youth, a real threat in the Nett; Sylvia Gooch 37 Stableford; On Monday, an interesting three Blundell 39; Jayde Tupaea 39; Bill Murray Barclay 75; John competition. Michael MacDonald 35; Mick Club Competition was held with Garvin 38. McCormick 75; Bill Fox 76. The boys head to Tauranga McConnell 35. some varied results. Winners were Junior - Mark Seager 71; Terry this weekend for a 2.45pm kick- Veterans Day: Senior Men - Andrew Brown 80, Charlesworth 72; Dave McKnight off. Richard Taylor 38; Robin McGhie Junior Men - Stuart Yarndley 91 Pirongia 72; Lynda Morgan 74; Pam Hughes Te Awamutu Reserves are 36; Kelvin Trass 35; Allen and Ladies - Jenny Towers 95. Patrons Trophy: 75; Dick Thomas 76; Paul Davie 76. looking to continue their work Rounthwaite 34; Mick McConnell It was great to have the presence of Twos - Doug Grantham, Garry and secure their first points of the 33; Percy Kapa 33; Welby Murrell Ppatron Shirley Grey at the golf Bowman, Grant Morgan, Scott Law. season as they head to 33. Stewart Alexander club to present the trophies for the Longest Putt and Closest to the Pin - Morrinsville for 1pm kick-off and Ladies 9-holes: Sunday Scramble: annual Patrons Trophy Terry Charlesworth. TA Edmonds Judd Senior team Colleen Kerr 38 Nett; Jenny Forster Gross - Carl Miezenbeek 70; Aaron Tournament. Next week is the race to 500 are at home for a 2.45pm kick- 41 Nett. Vanderpoel 71; Jacob Carey 74; The mens winner was Mark Seager double points. off against Northern United. Wednesday Ladies: Philip Blundell 77; Ian Berry 77. with a 71 nett. The Ladies winner QUALITY READING. FREE GIFT DEEP CLEANING. 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Charleston that got Pirongia noses The Pirongia backs look threaten- ahead and after Travis Cook slotted ing with the ball in hand, but neither the conversion the final whistle blew team could use their advantage to with Pirongia victors 27-23. score points until the 65th minute. On their home turf, Frankton After a sustained attack from dominated most of the first half with Pirongia Pirongia, the ball was spun wide to only sporadic breakouts by the visi- midfielder Watts who was able to touch down tors. Rihari Clark in the corner for Pirongia to re-take A combination of ill-discipline giv- runs up the the lead 15-14. ing away a number of penalties and field. Both teams had their chances in some indirect running and option Photo / Julie Gibson the final 15 minutes, but it was Frank- taking gave the upper hand to Frank- ton who scored the winning try with ton, who struggled to fully take ad- much more focused and quickly ap- passing and running by the backs. looking for the angles to make an two minutes left on the clock. vantage of their field positions. plied pressure to the Frankton de- With seven minutes on the clock, impact. Pirongia looked to run the clock After an early penalty by Frankton, fensive lines with stronger carries the ball was moved to the left flank Cook was always vocal leading the down and controlled the ball within they applied concerted pressure on getting across the advantage. where winger Tim Bird scored in the team around the park from fullback their 22, but when a pass hit the the Pirongia goal line, eventually re- From a succession of pick and goes corner. Cook slotted an excellent con- in the first half and from first five- ground a Frankton player was sulting in a penalty try for persistent Charleston crossed for the first of his version from the sideline to reduce eighths for the last 30 minutes, as well quicker to the ball and he was able infringing. tries, with a penalty from Cook tying the deficit to three points with five as always asking questions of the to run 20 metres untouched to score While the penalty may have been the score up at 13-all. minutes to play. opposition defensive line. the winning try. harsh (a technical infringement Just as it looked like Pirongia were With a sense of the urgency, Pirongia played well for large where a Pirongia player touched the going to dominate the second half, Pirongia played mistake-free rugby, Pirongia B v Frankton B periods of the match but will rue ground in front of the line for mere Frankton came back into the game getting some territorial advantage in A gallant Pirongia B went down in the lapses in concentration that let seconds), Pirongia couldn’t argue that and scored a converted try from a which to launch their final attacks. final minutes when Frankton Frankton score points. Frankton deserved their lead. slick backline move. After a succession of drives and swooped on a miss pass to score Watts, playing his first competi- A further penalty kick took Frank- That was followed by another pen- with time up on the clock, Charleston under the post to win 21-15. tion game for Pirongia, was strong ton out to a 13-0 lead. alty kick returning Frankton to a 10 crashed over for his second and the Pirongia had the better of the first up front, running the ball back hard Towards the end of the first half point lead with 10 minutes to play. match-winning try. half playing with a stiff breeze behind and had a great work rate around Pirongia started to get their game Showing the ticker that has been While Charleston was only on the them and were able to score two the field but the player of the day going. evident since the first pre-season field for the second half, he was unconverted tries — one to Jayden went to Chris Reymer who carried From a lineout 10 metres from the game, Pirongia wouldn’t concede. outstanding carrying the ball and Johnson, who was on the end of a the ball well all game, tackled well, home side’s goal line the Pirongia Even when Pirongia were down to making metres every time the ball great rolling maul but unfortunately, and hit his jumpers well. forwards drove right to the Frankton 14 players after flanker Kayden was in his hands. He also made a the conversion went wide. Two games in the last two weeks line with prop Matt Findsen crashing Moorfield was harshly binned they number of important tackles. Frankton hit back against the run that could have been won, so the over to reduce the deficit to 13-5 at wouldn’t give up and stormed back, Another to impress on the day was of play to take the lead 7-5. Again, boys are not that far away. halftime. mixing some brutal carries by the young prop Findsen who again from another well-constructed rolling Both teams travel to Te Rapa this Pirongia started the second half forwards with some slick backline carried for plenty of metres always maul, Pirongia were able to take the weekend.

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Following this poll result, TLC will now look to covers current energy sector challenges and move forward with selling the assets by way of a opportunities. Dominant themes this year centred WESCT News - April 2021 competitive tender process. around the government’s renewable electricity targets. Welcome to the Waitomo Energy Services Customer Trust (WESCT) April 2021 newsletter. This month, Please be assured this is not the start of a wider we are pleased to share the results of ourrecent asset sale process. The ENA panel mainly discussed electric vehicles customer poll and some key points from recent (EVs) and the impact of their energy demand on energy sector events that WESCT trustees have Energy sector events electricity networks. attended. WESCT trustees Carolyn Christian and Janette Osborne attended the Downstream Conference 2021 The electricity industry is working to prepare for the Poll approves plan to sell hydro assets in Lower Hutt last month, while Erin Gray attended increased use of EVs. Most EV users charge their vehicles at night, ready for use the next day. If EV Thank you to all the WESCT customers who voted in the Electricity Network Association (ENA) Consumer usage rates continue to rise, loading of the network our recent poll on the proposed sale of three small Reference Panel in February. system will become a real issue and a challenge that hydroelectricity generation assets owned by The all lines companies will need to consider in the next Lines Company (TLC). The result of the poll was Regarded as the New Zealand energy sector’s top few years. 72% in favour of selling the assets. strategic forum, the Downstream Conference ROUND three Reigning champs beat Magic Saturday 2 May STEEL v PULSE 4.15pm Saturday 2 May MAGIC v STARS 6.15pm Picksters: nance, the Magic’s response was Round two of the ANZ quick with defender Georgia Sunday 3 May MYSTICS v TACTIX 7.15pm Premiership once again saw Tong replacing Temalisi some upset scores. Fakahokotau and shooter None of our Picksters Khiarna Williams taking over managed to get more than one from Chiara Semple. pick correct. In another worrying sign for Paper Plus’ Murray Green and the Magic, key attacker Grace Harcourts’ Melanie Barker are Kara limped off late in the piece first equal after two rounds with to be replaced by Tori Kolose on two correct picks. de´but. THE board LJ Hooker’s Michelle Storer, A mini comeback late in the Bernie Marshall from quarter gave the Magic some McDonald’s, NZME’s Jesse hope but they still found them- Murray Melanie Wood and Bridie Osborne of the selves in a big hole when the Paper Plus 33% Harcourts 33% Storyteller Bar & Eatery all have Pulse headed into the main break one correct pick to date. with a healthy 33-21 lead. Picksters: don’t forget to use In an increasingly familiar your jokers at some point! trend, it was the Pulse who Steel Pulse Match Report: started the strongest at the start Magic Stars 1ST Defending champions Te of the second half, scoring the Tactix Mystics Wa¯nanga o Raukawa Pulse first three goals to set the tone claimed their first win of the 2021 in an ever-willing contest. 1ST ANZ Premiership season with a There was plenty of niggle forceful 59-47 win over Splice involved and although Magic Construction Magic in Hamilton captain Sam Winders put in a Bridie Jesse on Sunday. Magic goal attack, Khiarna Williams. Photo / Photosport wholehearted effort while urging Story Teller 17% NZME 17% Bouncing back from a Round more from her troops, the swarm- 1 bonus point loss, the Pulse and was well-supported by Te job of keeping Magic’s feeders ing Pulse defence left the home were all business in shutting Amo Amaru-Tibble with 16 from away from the circle edge, de- side with limited options on at- down last week’s winners with a 19 while surprise weapon fenders Jury and Kelera Nawai tack. Steel Pulse strong overall performance to get Whitney Souness chimed in late were able to haul in a bounty of On the other hand, the Pulse Magic Stars them back in the winner’s circle in the piece with her special turnover ball. were efficient and effective with 3RD on ANZAC Day. brand of play in a match slightly At the other end, unflappable their through-court transition as Mystics Mystics Key pillars at either end in marred by a high penalty count. shooter Dunn was in imperious they continued to widen the mar- 4TH shooter Aliyah Dunn and de- Both teams retained their form, slotting a perfect 17 from gin and hold all the cards when fender Kelly Jury, well supported starting line-ups of Round 1, the 17 as the Pulse powered to a leading 46-31 at the last turn. by a busy and well-performed Pulse reversing their poor start of 20-12 lead at the first break. Shooting Stats - Magic: Michelle Bernie midcourt gave the Pulse the up- the previous week with a decisive It was more of the same on Caitlin Bassett 23/26 (89%) LJ Hooker 17% McDonalds 17% per hand throughout. opening stanza to make an early the resumption, the Pulse Khiarna Williams 18/20 (90%) Well down in the run to the statement. converting the first six goals. Chiara Semple 6/6 (100%) finish line, Magic came back to The Pulse broke a mid-quarter Nawai continued to do a fine Shooting Stats - Pulse: win the final quarter but the match stalemate with an emphatic containing job on Australian Aliyah Dunn 41/46 (89%) Pulse Pulse was effectively over by that seven-goal unanswered scoring shooting great Caitlin Bassett, Te Amo Amaru-Tibble 16/19 Stars Stars stage. The Pulse enjoyed a far streak through error-free and who was largely kept quiet. The (84%) 5TH greater share of the possession clinical netball to which the Magic Fiji international and Jury had five Whitney Souness 2/3 (67%) Mystics Mystics with 69 attempts at goal had few answers. intercepts between them at the Ivana Rowland 0/1 (0%) 6TH compared to the Magic’s 52. With captain Claire Kersten close of the first 30 minutes. MVP: Whitney Souness Dunn converted 41 from 46 and Maddy Gordon doing a fine In a nod to the Pulse’s domi- (Pulse)

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come to appreciate it.” At first he was just trying to make Page on rugby hero people laugh with his “The Legend of Marty Banks” Facebook page but as may be monetised time went on, he realised that he could use it for good. Jesse Wood “I’ve tried to promote mental health and just positive stories s Alex Malcolm tours his around rugby as well as promoting way through New Zealand, up and coming players, sharing news he stops at different towns and all those kinds of things. to check out their rugby “There was a big gap in the market. clubsA while venturing between Super Tony Veitch had his page back in the Rugby games. day. Alex, also known as the creator of “That was really popular and then “The Legend of Marty Banks”, a that kind of just disappeared. renowned Facebook page with “I’ve tried my best to fill that gap. 44,000 followers (and counting), has “People that spend a lot of time on just returned to New Zealand after 10 social media need a home for a lot years living in Perth, Western Aus- of their news content. tralia. Marty Banks makes a break during the Super Rugby final between the Creator of ‘The Legend of Marty “I’ve tried to become that as well For eight of those years he has Hurricanes and Highlanders in 2015. Photo / Photosport Banks’, Alex Malcolm. Photo / Supplied as posting other non-news stories. been running the Facebook page in “In some ways it’s something that between working. as well as the possibility of selling ‘The Valley Swampfoxes headquarters represented the Hurricanes, Buller I kind of dreamed of as kid. “New Zealand rugby (and some- Legend of Marty Banks’ merchandise. among others too. and the Tasman Mako, holding six “I read the sports section of the times other sports) news, memes and “Going forward I want to continue “It’s been cool meeting a lot of point-scoring records for the Mako, newspaper all the time, watched the reasonably good banter,” says the to keep promoting club rugby and different rugby players from the club including most points for the pro- sports news every night and it’s just page description. women’s rugby but to be able to do level up to Super Rugby level and All vince, 628. cool to keep people interested in “Curated by some random guy that and not just in Nelson, I need the Blacks.” Now, Marty plays for Red rugby news.” who went to Nelson College.” money coming in so I can be regularly But why dedicate a Facebook page Hurricanes in the Japan Top League Within the first 24 hours of starting Alex moved back to New Zealand travelling around, getting to different alongside TJ Perenara. the page, Alex was contacted by the because he missed the culture and, clubs and telling stories.” It’s been very surreal as “Originally it was as a bit of a joke. man himself, Marty Banks. of course, his family. So far Alex has visited the Hawke’s I’d seen him play a few games for the “I think basically what he said was “Living in Australia was great Bay Rugby Union headquarters as I’ve travelled the country Tasman Mako in 2013. ‘I don’t mind you doing this page but financially and the weather was awe- well as the Tasman Mako, Crusaders, with people stopping me “I thought he was really talented can you please change the profile some but it didn’t have New Zealand Highlanders, Bay of Plenty and plenty but had never heard of him before,” picture’,” says Alex. culture,” he says. of clubs. on the street for a photo says Alex. Throughout his eight years run- Alex grew up in Nelson and is now “My least favourite place on tour “I knew somebody that had been ning the page, he has met Marty and based there again — although on the so far was Bluff. I had the Bluff oysters or just to shake my hand. doing fan pages for some other other members of the Banks family. move at the moment. and they made me sick,” he says with Alex Malcolm players so I thought it would be kind As the page continues to become “It’s been very surreal as I’ve travel- a chuckle. of funny to do one for him and it blew a Facebook cult hero, like Marty led the country with people stopping “The best place so far was the up. Banks himself, Alex keeps striving to me on the street for a photo or just Southland Stags home ground and “I can remember thinking that he’d share and create relevant, intriguing to shake my hand.” getting to meet Steve-O the Stag. to Marty Banks? come from Reefton and at the time content for the rugby-minded out With the page’s followers continu- “One of their staff said to me, ‘it Banks is a Highlanders rugby fan I was kind of surprised that the there. ing to grow, Alex hopes to be able to wasn’t planned but in the back seat favourite who kicked the winning Tasman Mako had signed somebody monetise it now he’s back in New I’ve got the Steve-O the Stag uniform, points in the 2015 grand final against from more of a Heartland club. Find The Legend of Marty Zealand. do you want me to put it on?”’ the Hurricanes. “Since then I’ve come to learn more Banks on Facebook or He hopes to get sponsors on-board He plans to head to the Thames A first-five or fullback, he also about Heartland rugby and really i Instagram. 24 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, April 29, 2021

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Dearly loved Sunday, 9th May, Conflict in Ephesus Waipa District Council Wastewater wife of the Late Don. All welcome Much loved mother and Trade Waste Bylaw 2021 Carol & Peter Matthews, Craig & Alexandra House Chapel Waipa District Council has reviewed its existing Trade Waste Bylaw 2011 Anita, Sheree & Henry 570 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu and Wastewater Bylaw 2011 and now proposes to replace them with a single Visser, and Steve & bylaw. From 3 May 2021 Council will consult on this proposed Wastewater Joanne. Adored Phone 871 5131 and Trade Waste Bylaw 2021 in accordance with the special consultative procedure set out in Section 86 of the Local Government Act 2002. Grandma of 11 and Funeral Directors & Monumental Masons Great Grandma to 10. Dear friend of Alene Garth & Lynette Williams The purpose of this Bylaw isto: and Dene. For compassionate and caring service Caring Funeral Professionals • Protect the health and safety of people and the environment; After only one month, www.teawamutufuneralservices.co.nz Gaylene is now • Protect the wastewater system from damage, misuse and interference; reunited with the • Produce wastewater and biosolids of a consistent quality; love of her life. A celebration of • Encourage waste minimisation, cleaner production, efficient recycling and Gaylene's life will be Public Notices reuse of waste streams by businesses; and held at Te Awamutu • Ensure that businesses maintain trade waste discharges within agreed levels. Bible Chapel, Chapel Drive, Te Awamutu, Summary of proposed changes on Thursday, the 29th of April 2021 at 1:00pm • The Trade Waste Bylaw 2011 and the Wastewater Drainage Bylaw 2011 followed by a private Honouring your are combined, but the wording of some clauses has been improved without cremation. All changing the intent. communications to loved ones wishess Proudly helping families • Removal of redundant provisions such as duplication of provisions in the Vincent Family, the Local Government Act 2002, and clauses that simply state Council c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, with dignity and sincerity. processes. Te Awamutu 3800. We’re there for you 24/7. • Schedules and clauses are renumbered. 07 870 2137 • Schedule 1A (now Schedule 2) Permitted Characteristics: reduction in the 262 Ohaupo Road, FDANZ acceptable levels of some trade waste characteristics; and removal of all Te Awamutu stated specific mass limits. www.rosetown.co.nz Jan Howie • Simplification of the consenting structure without compromising controls, introducing Trade Waste Consents for new and existing controlled or conditional consents within the Waipa District. Remember us in The Statement of Proposal, draft Wastewater and Trade Waste Bylaw 2021 and submission forms are available: your Will and leave • Online at the Council’s website: www.waipadc.govt.nz/haveyoursay • At Council offices and libraries in Te Awamutu and Cambridge When there is a a legacy of hope • By phoning 0800 WAIPA DC (924 723) and requesting a copy. Anyone may make a submission on the content of the proposed Bylaw. Will, there is a way Experience Dunedin, Catlins, Te Anau, Milford to help life live on. Submissions must be received by 5.00pm on 5 July 2021. Submissions can be Sound & Central Otago. forwarded to Waipa District Council, Attn: Wastewater and Trade Waste Bylaw, Incl. flights Hamilton – Dunedin ret. 101 Bank Street (Private Bag 2402), Te Awamutu 3840, faxed to 07 872 0033 Leaving a gift to or emailed to [email protected]. 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Te iwi, haere mai rā! Te mana, haere mai rā! Nau mai kia tūtataki ai i ō tātou karangamaha e rārangi ake nei, huihuia mai rā!

Te Rā: Sunday, 2nd May 2021 Kei: Les Munro Centre, Supper Room 8 King Street East, Te Kūiti Tīmata: 2:00pm – Karakia / Mihimihi / Housekeeping / Hui Protocols / Apologies

AGENDA 2.15pm MC: Introduction Maniapoto Māori Trust Board 2.30pm Candidate presentations (with questions) Maniapoto Withdrawal Process Special General Meeting (SGM) Candidates: Te iwi, haere mai rā! Te mana, haere mai rā! Surname First Names Nau mai kia tūtataki ai i ō tātou karangamaha e rārangi ake nei, huihuia mai rā! BEGMAN-GREEN Liane IKIN Keith Te Rā: Saturday, 1st May 2021 MANAIA Barney Kei: Supper Room, Les Munro Centre, 8 King Street East, Te Kūiti MOSS Luke Tīmata: 10.00am – Karakia / Mihimihi RAUPUTU Paul ROACH Tasmyn AGENDA SHEARER Aloma Kahurangi Marae 10.15am Crown Presentation TAKIARI-BRAME Bella 10.30am Te Whakaminenga o Rereahu Presentation TĀNE Wikitōria 11.00am Maniapoto Māori Trust Board (MMTB) Presentation TAYLOR Patrick Louis 11.30pm Q & A TE KANAWA Dan 12.00pm Lunch TOOTILL Glenn 12.30pm Whakakapi TUWHANGAI Rachael WOOSTER Derek Kotuku The SGM will provide iwi members with an opportunity to ask questions to make an informed decision when casting their vote on the following resolution: 4.00pm Afternoon Tea 4.30pm Ka hiki te hui To commence a process to change / amend the mandate

Haere mai, haere mai rā! More information on the withdrawal process can be found on our MMTB Website at www.maniapoto.iwi.nz or for further enquiries please call us on 0800 668 285 or email us at All enquiries to: [email protected] Maniapoto Māori Trust Board POBox36,TeKūiti For those that can’t attend, this hui will also be live streamed via the MMTB Facebook page. Phone: 07 878 6234 or Freephone 0800 66 8285 Email: [email protected] Nau mai haere mai tātou katoa! Thursday, April 29, 2021 Te Awamutu Courier 27 Employment Vacancies Employment Employment Vacancies Vacancies Delivery Driver PART-TIME WWorkshoporkshop AAssistantssistant RRequiredequired DELIVERY incerit is a ar einustria aun r ase PERSON LTD , (Te Awamutu) JWE Ltd is an agricultural electronics company, looking for We are looking for someone who has a good work ethic and is enthusiastic. someone to deliver the NZ Herald and Waikato Times Duties Include: . for 3-4 days • Assisting current workshop team in numerous tasks from per week. repairing harnesses to rewiring machinery You will Need: • Installing componentry into agricultural machinery WAIPAWAIPA ➧Your own reliable • General workshop duties vehicle. ➧Cell phone • Training will be given WEATHER ➧The ability to start • Current full clean drivers’ licence early. For week ending 30 April 2021 ➧To be reliable and able to work If you are willing to learn new things and are wanting a e. unsupervised. Min C° Max C° Rain/mls long-term position, please email or apply in writing to: You will be an JWE Ltd, PO Box 226, Cambridge 3450 employee of our Pirongia 7.2 22 17.9 Company and not a Email: [email protected] Sincerity Pokuru - - - contractor. Drycleaners For more Pukeatua 6.4 24.7 17.0 information 4.5 21.9 22.2 please phone Te Awamutu Peter on 0274 192 529 REGISTERED For soil moisture and temperature visit: Reconsider Lmcc.co.nz /weather NURSE We are an Aged Care Facility in Te Awamutu FARM the power and we currently have a positions available Farm for some rostered Afternoon and Night shifts WORK Work and also possibly some casual shifts for a WANTED Experience Registered Nurse. Wanted of print. This is a fantastic opportunity to further Or contract, herd more for less. your career and build on your skills and manager. Relief milking in Position required for lieu of rent. knowledge. 1st June season. Ex sharemilker. Experienced ex Full orientation, ongoing support and sharemilker. grabone.co.nz Phone education provided. Phone 0211 625 450 021 1625 450 News is the highest If you would enjoy working with our elderly residents in a caring and happy attention media. environment. Public Notices Please email current CV to [email protected] San Michele HOME AND HOSPITAL Public Notice of Summary of Vehicles Wanted Decision Requested for Proposed $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Plan Change 13 Bylaw 2021 Clause 7 of Schedule 1, Resource Management Act 1991 CASH FOR VEHICLES Waipa- District Council gives notice of the summary of decisions requested Trucks, Vans, Utes, 4x4’s, on Proposed Plan Change 13 to the Waipa- District Plan under the Resource Motorhomes and Caravans Management Act 1991. Further submissions are now invited. The summary of decisions requested and submissions received on Proposed Wanted in any condition Plan Change 13 may be viewed at: • Online at www.waipadc.govt.nz/planchanges DEAD OR ALIVE •Waipa- District Council offices in Te Awamutu and Cambridge $ TOP CASH $ PAID $ •Waipa- District Council public libraries in Te Awamutu and Cambridge Making a further submission: Any person may make a further submission, using the prescribed form available online or from one of the above places. The following persons may make a further submission: • Any person representing a relevant aspect of the public interest; • Any person that has an interest in the proposed plan change greater than the interest that the general public has; Neuroscience – the study of the brain, shows us that •TheWaipa- District Council itself. readers engage with advertising differently when it’s A further submission must be limited to a matter of support or opposition to the in a highly trusted, highly engaging environment. 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100 Wilson Street Te Awamutu 3 1 3 Labour of Love Sale By Deadline Closes 4:00pm, Tuesday This beautifully renovated three-bedroom bungalow will 11th May 2021 (unless sold prior) melt your heart. Simply too many features to list and quality that will impress. View Friday 12:00pm & Sunday 1:00pm Call Gary for a viewing or visit our advertised open days. teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1EWRGG8

LJ Hooker Te Awamutu (07) 871 5044 Gary Derbyshire 021 149 4371 Licensed Agent REAA 2008 [email protected]

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122A Goodfellow Street 3 1 2 Te Awamutu

A Great Start on Goodfellow Sale By Deadline Closes 2:00pm, Tuesday 11th Conveniently located close to local schools May 2021 (unless sold prior) and a short stroll from Te Awamutu's CBD, this ______new listing was built in 2007 and is well View maintained and beautifully presented. The Thursday 5:30pm & Sunday home is a perfect opportunity for young 12:00pm 81 Tiki Road Kihikihi 5 2 5 couples to step onto the property ladder or for ______Just Stunning! investors to add to their rental portfolio. For Sale $1,490,000 Agent This expansive lifestyle home of approximately 455m² The open plan kitchen and living area is light, Braden Chick 027 373 7790 (approx.) set on an elevated site is simply breathtaking. View Sunday 3:00 - 3:30pm bright and airy and flows out onto a covered Offering five bedrooms, two bathrooms, two laundry areas teawamutu.ljhooker.co.nz/1DXRGG8 deck which captures the afternoon sun. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu and expansive living, the whole property is designed with (07) 871 5044 space and unobstructed views in mind. LJ Hooker Te Awamutu 07 871 5044 Gary Derbyshire 021 149 4371 ljhooker.co.nz/1EW4GG8 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.