Vol. 35, No. 31, August 15, 2019
52 Ingestre Street, Wanganui. Phone 345 3666 or 345 3655, fax 345 2644, email [email protected] Taking the Wairua up to Downes Hut bit young to be a crusty ving engine BY DOUG DAVIDSON captain he has, since the pushes the For the first time in 80 years a passenger vessel age of 14, amassed a huge boat upriver has reached Downes Hut, 50 km up River, passing 19 amount of knowledge and Sam is point- rapids in the process. Skipper of the MV Wairua, Sam practical experience of ing out places of interest Mordey, took his boat up this far to show that it can be river boats. He now has ambitions for building up and giving a done and to promote river navigational skills. history lesson He told the RCP that More trips will, however, Awa o Whanganui (the as we travel. it is important to ensure Whanganui River) in a He draws our that these navigational learnt that the shingle manner that respects the attention to skills survived and he moves when boats move history and culture of the the nick in the aims to teach others. He through and the rapids river. line of hills to has 14 years experience appear to be getting I was recently invited by the north that on the River being only deeper. Sam to take a trip on his indicates the - Frank Gibson travelled boat Wairua (spirit) from viewpoint on teered and three years on the trip up to Downes Whanganui to the Downes the Whanganui ago bought the Wairua Hut. This is his report: River Road. from Dave McDermid. Sam Mordey says that round trip of about 104 It is less that He is not too sure of his father was the black km so an early start was 15 kilometres future sailings as they sheep of the family. His needed and we were on as the crow need to be commercially father is a software devel- our way by 7:30 in the viable but believes that oper, but for generations morning. We had a mis- 30 kilometres the River below Pipiriki before that boats had been sion. Other than jet boats, along the river. needs to be opened up to As we begin a way of life. Sam has passenger carrying river Skipper Sam at the wheel of the MV Wairua (photo by Frank Gibson) visitors as it is currently got the boat fever really boats have not made this to navigate the meanders underused. badly and although still a trip for 80 years. Between of the river we come to the 115 year old vessel. undramatic. the afternoon winter us and lunch lay steep rapids. Each has its own Sam comes over the pub- In the early days of weather was poor but lic address with an airline Whanganui River boats, with full stomachs, the sightings of wild life. where the river becomes rock walls were built on ! - I have lived in Whan- shallow causing the cur- asking passengers to be some of the rapids to keep tion and good company ganui for around 25 years rent to throw up eddies seated to keep the boat on a deeper channel open but on board we made the but seeing the city from an even keel. As an adren- over the past 100 years trip ahead of time. A the river gives a whole built with a very shallow alin junkie I must admit these have not all been great way to spend a day. new perspective. After to some disappointment. Sam Mordey has plans leaving the boat sheds with these places but skil- Apart from an occasional adds to the fun. " and bridges behind I was ful navigation is needed graunch of a handful of After eating packed also the length of his surprised how quickly we to avoid grounding and gravel through the tunnel lunches at the Downes journeys. He loves the were moving into wilder sucking gravel into the drive and a slight sway- Hut it was all aboard for river and wants to spread country. As the slow rev- tunnel drive that propels ing in the eddies, it was the home run. On my trip that love.
RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 1 Check out what’s The Great Ball raises $120,000 for in this week’s RCP My thanks to Frank Women’s Refuge Whanganui Gibson for being my sub- stitute on the Wairua’s Everyone who attended generous support of peo- trip to Downes Hut. It was Higgans The Great Ball ple and businesses. a long day and Frank tells at the Memorial Hall last “We had some amazing the story well. (See our Saturday evening will individuals and compa- front page article). He has agree that it was a spectac- nies partnering with us to written a number of arti- ular night, with the décor, make The Great Ball 2019 cles for the RCP mainly entertainment, food and a standout event. We're on science matters. drink being of an excep- still reeling at the over- Congratulations to the tional standard. However, whelming result. People Whanganui men who most impressive was the have big hearts and Wom- travelled to Wellington amount that was raised for en's Refuge Whanganui to support the man who Women’s refuge Whan- are eternally grateful,” has chosen to picket ganui – around $120,000! Warburton said. Parliament asking the During the magical even- Government to declare a ing guests were treated to Higgans The Great climate emergency (page a surprise dancing perfor- Doug Davidson, Ball 2019 organis- 4). More and more peo- mance by Glen Osborne journalist@ ing committee who ple see the need to make and his Dancing with the rivercitypress.co.nz worked tirelessly a public stand on climate Stars partner, Vanessa on this event for 8 change. gions and hold receptions. Cole. They well and truly months. Back row I prefer dogs but I have There is a Gala con- ‘wowed’ the audience and from left Wayne to admit that Sherman the cert next Tuesday at the they were followed by a Brown, Keryn Amon, cat who is the hero at the Opera House featuring very special performance Maureen Johnson, Wanganui Aero Club and choirs from 12 second- by Tina Cross who sang Warren Ruscoe, Paula the airport terminal – and ary schools, including ‘Walk Away’, written Wade, Helen Craig, is now known world-wide the AwaSide Choir from Dean MacFater. ! " M Whanganui High School awareness of Family Vio- Front row from left shows plenty of initiative (page 25). lence. Jan Rose, Sharon and character (page 11). It is great when people The Rodger Fox Big Warburton, Lynda The Irish Ambassador correct us. Our article on Band and singer, Erna Fer- Armstrong. (photo is coming to town as part taxi services 2 weeks ago ry, had people up on the courtesy of Mark of his desire to make con- said that they started in Brimblecombe) nections with those of the 1920s in Whanganui. hours of the next morning. Irish origins (page 20). I Heather Stent points out The Great Ball organis- wonder how many other that her grandfather had ing committee Chairwom- Ambassadors/High Com- a taxi service as early as an, Sharon Warburton, missioners go to the re- 1914 (page 22). said the ball would never have happened without the
Our Dancing with the Stars heroes, Va- nessa Cole and Glen Osborne, delighted the crowd with a surprise appearance, dancing the Waltz. A huge highlight of the night. (photo courtesy of Mark Brimblecombe)
‘The Sound of Healing’ coming to Whanganui as part of Winter Wonderfest Jaqui Barrett is com- be leading a workshop on Saturday, August 17 ing to Whanganui from on how to include from 11am to 4pm at Northland thanks to rhythm-based activities Women’s Network, 75 St Community Drumming for rehabilitation and Hill Street. Whanganui and will play. It will take place Sound healing therapy O ! aspects of music to improve your physical and emotional health and We well-being. The person being treated partakes in the experience with a trained sound healing know practitioner.” It is argued that Music therapy “has demon- teeth. independent treatment for reducing depression, anxiety and chronic pain.” While it is becoming increasingly popular in Europe and in the USA, Sound Healing is in fact Make an appointment today an ancient practice. Jaqui Barrett The workshop is suit- age, culture and ability. 06 345 3222 able for teachers, Health The cost is $60 and Care workers, Thera- preregistration is Visit us at Victoria House pists, Youth Workers and required. Emails Jac- 1a Rutland Street, Wanganui group facilitators. No queline Brand-Holt at musical experience is * + ;! necessary and anyone is or phone her on 021 welcome regardless of 135 9948. 2 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Chinese teachers to observe Kiwi Whanganui drivers feature in Winter teaching practices in Whanganui Race Series Round 3 at Manfield Back in 2001 Rosy Look anxin as well as New Zea- kiwi way of teaching. He set up his own school volunteered in a Chinese lander, Jan McLeod, who A typical Chinese class in Bazhong City, Sichuan school for three weeks. now lives in Whanganui. would be teacher focussed, Province. This is an ‘after While there she met a fel- John later visited New have large numbers and school’ school for those low Chinese teacher and Zealand a number of times with much of the learning ! >? @ manager, ‘John’ He Ji- and was attracted to the done by rote. spend 90 minutes on one day a week from 6 to Q ?X 90 minutes on the week- end, learning English. In 2012 he wanted to get a New Zealand teacher to help teach his teachers and approached Rosy Look, who had just retired from teaching English to adults for about 25 years. Rosy was happy and when it was suggested that some- one else could come with her, she persuaded her ex- Car number 277 - Grant Rivers (Wanganui) Vauxhall Viva GT colleague, Sue, who has a Courtesy of Darryl Seymour special interest in reading. ] @ Other Whanganui driv- Vaughan Campbell. Jan McLeod joined them August the Feilding Auto ers competing were " as another volunteer. This Electrical Winter race Sandra Eden in a BMW of the series is on Sunday, took place on the Chris ?XXX ` September 1 and is free by Rosy. ^ _ ` Vauxhall Firenza V8 and for spectators. Many of John’s students ^ >?X come from rural areas and received coming from as it is hard to compete in far away as Auckland, National English exams Whangarei and Christch- Visitors from Whanganui in Bazhong. Jan McLeod is in the foreground with urban students from urch. It was the Clubman’s the populous east and cen- Race Meeting featuring tral parts of China where classes for GT Cup, SF they have greater access Cup, RS Cup, MX Cup, Whanganui’s first regional to native speakers and Classic Cup, IB Cup, For- English language TV pro- mula First, Formula Ford grammes. and Superkarts. So for the next visit in Whanganui drivers per- Latin Dance Weekend [X>? \ formed well with Ernie Whanganui’s First teachers from state schools | ! ? Regional Latin Dance to participate. This time 4th and 5th in the three RS Weekend is happening on Rosy’s daughter Emily, Cup races in his Toyota Saturday, August 24 at the who teaches English and } | ~ - Dance Whanganui studio Drama at Tararua College, >[ at 1A Bell Street. Irina also came along. They in the Classic Cup races in Kapeli from the studio received support from his Vauxhall Viva GT and advises that, “We have the NZ-China Friendship ~ ! Society to bring English >> from Palmerston North, texts and library. These handicap Classic Cup rac- New Plymouth, Rotorua, books were taken by Rosy es in his Falcon GT. Hastings and even Auck- on her next visit. land and possibly other Finally, at least so far locations.” for Rosy, she and Emily The event will consist returned in late 2014 with of workshops with guest Emily’s two children aged instructors, a short casual eight and six to help dem- dance competition and a onstrate English learning showcase in the evening activities. with local and out of town guest dancers. We are ex- pecting about 100 guests on the day. The timetable starts with Cha Cha Beginners with Kiel De Buisson from New Plymouth followed by Reggaeton Beginners with Raine Symons from Palmerston North and be- fore lunch a Social Dance Regional Competition of Salsa and Bachata. This competition is open to student amateur dancers only. Rene and Irina Olmos After lunch at 2pm there will be Salsa Intermedi- ate with Irina and Rene Olmos from the Dance Whanganui Studio who will also take the next workshop of Bachata < workshop is Cuban Salsa Shines open with Isbert Vivio Ramos. In the evening from 7 to 11pm there will be show- case dance performances ending with a Social Dance Party. = schedule of this whole day event on http://dance- whanganui.com/regional- latin-dance/ RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 3 Local support for picketer at Parliament Wild life travels in East Africa Bryce Conybeer has done a lot of trav- the orphans, followed by a visit to Ma- elling overseas – but mainly through his saimara Wildlife Park. Bryce says, “We on Climate Change job as a representative of Urban Search were spoilt with wildlife experiences, and Rescue. These trips include the especially with the wildebeests crossing Last Wednesday three USA following the World Trade Cen- P local men and one ex tre Building incident, Taiwan after an also scenes of lions feeding, leopards local went to Parlia- earthquake, Nepal for training pre their and cheetahs with their cubs. ment to support the major earthquake, Japan following the There was another game reserve at Parliamentary picket of tsunami, Singapore, Australia, Fiji as Kilimanjaro before they went to the Ollie Langridge. Ollie well as spending time in Christchurch Serengeti in Tanzania. “The vastness is a self-employed Wel- following their earthquakes. !! ! P O lington businessman Now retired from the Fire Service, Ngorongoro Crater is the largest un- and father of six who he can do more travelling for pleasure P has been picketing out- although a recent trip to Kenya and “The Masai people were moved out to side Parliament for ac- Tanzania, was not planned. A friend, allow wild life and the resulting tourism tion on climate change Donald Wickham, had a life-long wish P for nearly 90 days. to go on an animal safari and Bryce’s and then also went hot air ballooning. Back in May, he read wife, Sandy, volunteered his services as During the trip they stayed in luxuri- the UN Biodiversity a travelling companion. Sandy had to ous tented lodges complete with toilets Report, warning that stay at home to look after a part time and showers and fresh food every day. we were in the middle business they have. Donald’s daughter, “It was as good as anything you could of a mass extinction Sara, organised the trip and his sister P of wildlife species. He also joined the group of four. It was not cheap but Bryce says with- decided spontaneously First stop was to visit an elephant or- O< ! P to take some action in phanage close to the capital of Kenya, this time he will have to take Sandy, his an attempt to protect Nairobi. Donald had sponsored one of wife. his children's future by starting a vigil outside Parliament every day with his signboard be- tween 9am and 4.30pm, but now stops at 3pm. His hand drawn sign reads, "For our Chil- dren. Declare Climate Change Emergency Now". Ollie, Dave Cameron, Dave Aislabie, Philip McConkey and John Milnes Each day brings Whanganui supporters, of the threat of im- range of sectors. regulars and new arriv- understands that many minent change in our Parliament has re- als who come to stand people will dismiss children's lives and the cently demonstrated the with him or meet him, the idea of a Climate environment of earth. power of Conscience including MP's and Change Emergency Act Its purpose would be to Votes for particularly of Parliament as a point- catalyse a whole govern- ! The Whanganui less gesture to placate ment and local body Members of Parliament contingent admired his the needlessly anxious. approach to coordinate have freedom to vote commitment and de- However, he hopes responses and to raise without constraints of cided to stand with him that it might unite public awareness. He for half a day. Dave Parliament in a declara- encourages doubters of believes that the threat Cameron, one of the tion of the seriousness the impending threats to of Climate Change is a Bryce with Donald’s sister, Ann Roke, Sara Ross and Donald look at the Intergovern- particularly appropriate mental Panel for Climate subject for a conscience River City Press - Change web site and vote in parliament and DARTZ playing at Lucky Bar next week read the mounting sci- hopes our local MP will DARTZ are a the good news paper support it. new band from Wellington open- ing for Aussie independence community pub-rock band The Chats, only in February. They say purpose variety caring about themselves, fun “Not content to sit at home smok- ing durries, the trusted active support choice four-piece are lighting up the Windy City’s live scene with a party punk sound that can coax even the DARTZ band weariest partygoer to the at Lucky Bar in Wilson ‘The Mean Owls.’ Tick- P Street on August 23 with ets cost $10. They have developed a core base of “rowdy Wellington students that A REST HOME WITH SPARK won’t hesitate to spend their hard-won Studylink ^~ P In August 2 they released 88 Virginia Road, Otamatea, Whanganui their debut EP ‘No Matter R ! - lection giving listeners a glimpse into their high energy and singalong rowdiness. Kowhainui Home is more than just a rest home, it’s an elder centred community that recognises reality of 18 to twenty something life in Welling- companionship, choice, variety, meaningful activity, independence and fun. M ! ! sub-par student accom- modation and social Kowhainui Home is like one big family. Residents are encouraged to invite their loved ones to media induced anxieties. visit at any time; there’s no set visiting hours. They are now on a four date tour in August mov- ing outside of Wellington We believe pets can be both calming and energising. So, we welcome animals at our home. If ! you have a pet that’s part of your family, ask us about moving to Kowhainui Home with them. in Auckland, Whanganui and Hamilton before a Wellington homecoming on August 31. Free phone 0508 ENLIVEN or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz They will be playing 4 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Free workshop this Saturday on Standing for local election? Don’t miss the deadline! Candidates are re- [XX[ ! minded that nominations To see growing plants from cuttings [X> statements. the latest >[ > ^ ! nomina- ^ ! [X> Pre-Election Report, Mr tions for Whanganui District ! - Whanganui Council’s Electoral Of- didates to read the Coun- District ` cil’s Our Whanganui: Council, O< R Leading Edge strategy Whanganui ensure that nominations _ Rural are lodged early so that ! Com- munity ! - [X> Board and rect and complete prior >[ > Whanganui to this closing date.” ^ ! [X> ` once nominations close. ` information, including ! This year’s local elec- ] the pre-election report, is ! for Whanganui District available on the Whan- [X> @ >[ ] Council, Whanganui ganui District Council A full list of candidate [X> Rural Community Board and Whanganui District To help candidates and voters to get a better understanding of Whan- ganui District Council’s Rachel Rose current position and di- rection ahead of the local Whanganui is a city of gardens, P ~ @ R - elections, a Pre-Election both private and public, but you don’t ! - report is available on have to spend lots of money to enjoy ! ! _ R ! ! ! ! shrubs. That’s according to local gar- R !! [X> ~ ~ ! people bring along pen and paper and a A pre-election report @ is a requirement for all ! ! councils and must be O` ! < Wonderfest programme and is held at the prepared by the Coun- ! < ! ^ @ cil’s Chief Executive. ! ! ! ! ^@ @ - Council Chief Execu- < - ! @ >> ?X < lected cuttings,” says Rachel. “Plants [[ ^ ! report contains the latest R ! > information on projects ! R - ^@ ! ! - as at the end of July lish community plantings or help your [X> < friends and family get their gardens a library hub and community garden. a considerable amount started.” Regular get-togethers include a craft “There are lots of species that are easy group, bridge and mah-jong classes, a as required under the to reproduce from cuttings - you just Local Government Act need a little bit of information to get
RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 5 Thinking out loud Tours offer opportunity to Looking out for number one see seismic upgrade work Several years ago I was love as the emotive force columns about this, so I sitting in Wellington Air- in relationships, then the won’t labour the point again at historic venues port’s domestic departure opposite is probably hate – here. But something I’ve lounge, waiting for my that’s certainly the answer been pondering lately is the ! ^ ! prevailing attitude we have I often enjoy airports – and I’d guess it’s the answer toward others in relation to they’re great for people- that comes most quickly self. Doctors and palliative Nigel Irwin watching. Not far from into your own mind. care professionals can tell where I sat was a very odd- But what if we use a dif- you that often, when older generous? Should we wait ly-dressed man, trying to people are near to death, for calamity before giving hold down a conversation The Bible refers mostly to freely of our time? with a stranger – a woman they’ve lived. Most of them If we are prepared to go who looked as though she which is the love we share wish they’d been more gen- through each day with our wasn’t really all that inter- with family members and erous and spent more time eyes and ears open, we will ested in the conversation, friends; eros, which is the with loved ones. but was too polite to say often-euphoric love of ro- I believe that the way we love and serve others. And so. mance; and agape. Agape spend our time and money one of the counter-intuitive I’ll never forget what is the love Jesus spoke most says a lot about what we ‘laws’ of life is this: we will the man was wearing – a of – its love that is only evi- value most. Is our time and black leather jacket with denced in actions. money mostly spent on our in giving to others, than silver studs all over it, a Agape is never a feeling, own needs and wants? Or in merely looking out for plain white t-shirt, a clas- rather an act of the will for do we give freely for the number one. sic green, red and white the improvement of others. improvement of others? If you’d like to talk with Scottish kilt (complete So let’s say we’re thinking Whenever a tragedy oc- me more about this topic with sporran!), and a pair of agape – what is the op- curs, it’s always very en- (or almost anything else!), of black Doc Marten boots posite of agape love? I’d couraging and heartening to you’re welcome to get in During Whanganui Her- these have been handled frame were lowered and ! like to suggest that it’s self- hear how many people give touch. Phone 345 3557 or itage Month the commu- architecturally to retain bolted between new steel painted on the sides. so freely of their time and email nigel@centralbaptist. nity will have an oppor- the character and aesthet- column uprights. A new At one stage, he asked If agape love is others- money to assist the victims. org.nz. tunity to look behind the ic of the building and its foundation beam beneath the reluctant woman what focused, then the opposite And it’s something we’ve Nigel Irwin is Senior Pas- scenes at seismic upgrade spaces.” the edge of the stage was she thought the opposite must be self-focused. One come to expect – commu- tor of Whanganui Central work on two Whanganui The Royal Wanganui constructed to form the of love was. I don’t recall of the things that concerns nities rallying together to Baptist Church, and Chair- District Council venues Opera House was seismi- base of the new structural her answer, or if she even me most about our societal support and love one an- man of OneChurch Whan- – the Royal Wanganui cally upgraded in 2015. At frame. In addition, the bothered, because I was culture today, is that so other through tragedy. My ganui. Opera House and the 119 years old, the Opera ceiling was covered in a suddenly too busy trying to much of the rhetoric and question is, what about the Whanganui War Memo- House is the last remain- layer of structural plaster work out in my own mind social marketing has to do ordinary and everyday op- rial Centre. ing working Victorian which was tied back to the the answer to his question. with self-interest and indi- portunities we have to love Road Tours of the Opera theatre in the Southern ceiling supports by 3870 What is the opposite of vidualism. others? Should we wait House will take place Hemisphere. The seismic stainless steel ties.” love? Well, if we think of I’ve written in previous for a tragedy before being closures for at 9.30-10.30am on upgrade brought the build- Architect, Bruce Dick- Wednesdays 14, 21, 28 ing up from 10% of the son says, “The strength- August and 4 September. NBS to +34%. ening design was cleverly demolition Tours of the War Memori- “During work to upgrade done on the Opera House To enable the safe demoli- al Centre will be at 10.45- the building’s foundations, and there is very little vis- tion of the Thain’s Building 11.45am on the same 120 tonnes of material was ual change to the architec- at 1 Victoria Avenue, Cen- dates. The free tours will removed. As work was ture of the building.” tral Demolition requires be led by the architects within the restricted con- More information about some urgent lane closures and structural engineers " ! - the tours is available on and detours in the area. who carried out the seis- ing, it was undertaken by the Whanganui Heritage Roading information mic upgrade work. hand and wheelbarrows,” Month website: http:// The Whanganui City Council General Man- says Leighton Toy. www.whanganuiherita- Bridge between Victoria ager Property, Leighton “The installation of the getrust.org.nz/our-herit- Avenue and Anzac Parade Toy says, “We’re pleased new portal frame, within age-work/whanganui-her- will remain fully open. to have completed seis- the proscenium arch, in- itage-month ^ - mic upgrades to two of volved cutting two holes Heritage Month began tem will be in place along our historically important in the Opera House roof, on Friday, 2 August and Taupo Quay (southbound buildings.” through which the two runs to Sunday, 15 Sep- only) between Victoria Av- The architecturally sig- 14 metre “legs” of the tember 2019. enue to St Hill Street from ` Thursday, 15 August to Fri- Centre was reopened in day 23 August. February this year af- A detour will be in place ter being closed for six ! months for an extensive Taupo Quay towards the seismic upgrade to bring City Bridge via St Hill it up to 67% of the New Street/Ridgway Street/ Building Standard (NBS). Drews Avenue/Taupo Quay The minimum level build- (near the i-Site building) ings need to meet when and back to City Bridge. seismically upgrading is These restrictions will be 34% of the NBS. in place between 9.00am “The work has involved and 4.30pm each day. Full securing non-load bear- detour signage will be in ing masonry walls with place. The roads will be additional steel poles and fully opened after 4.30pm. adding a reinforced shear - wall structure on the side those hours will not be forecourt near the main entrance. Structural steel Entrance to the bottom frames have been inserted CBD block of Victoria Ave- at the rear of the audito- nue will be closed between rium and in the Concert Monday, 19 August and Chamber,” says Mr Toy. Tuesday, 20 August to en- Built in 1960, the Centre able the building frontage is a living memorial to the to be removed. servicemen and women Pedestrian information who lost their lives dur- _ ing World War II. In 1961 site on Monday, 19 August the building was awarded and Tuesday, 20 August to a gold medal from the ensure pedestrians are kept New Zealand Institute of well away from the demoli- Architects and is listed as tion site. Cordons will be in one of the top 50 modern- place to ensure pedestrian ist buildings in the South- safety. ern Hemisphere. All business in this area Architect, Gerald Cogan will be able to remain trad- says, “People will be able ing at their normal business to see the interventions hours. and the way in which 6 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Stormy weather and the effect on trees Akoranga Education Generally, trees can withstand abnormal weather conditions Trust donates $5000 to providing the trees are healthy and in good, sound condition. Community Education Unfortunately, trees grow a lot quicker in New Zealand’s condi- tions and therefore, are not quite as stable as their counterparts in the northern hemisphere. Also, I come across large trees which have had their roots disturbed by digging trenches for foundations and putting driveways in. Urban ! of residential houses ultimately, has major large trees. Cutting tree roots can ! Lei Graham (Trust member), Andrea Bullock (CE Chair), Graham Adams stability of the tree and and Mel Shaw (CE Manager) its longevity of life. The Akoranga Educa- Polytechnic Principal, tively high. Also, concreting near tion Trust was set up in John Scott and the The seven trustees trees where their roots 1985 to support UCOL _ are from the commu- have been cut can cause students (Whanganui and former Mayor, nity and UCOL with issues with the tree Polytechnic back then) Ron Russell who, Bronwyn Paul, the health where the lime who lived within the according to cur- Campus Manager in from the cement leaches Whanganui district. rent Chair, Graham Whanganui and An- into the soil and con- They provided scholar- Adams, “showed great nette Main, represent- taminates the area that ships as well as grants, foresight in starting a ing UCOL. the tree needs to draw not only to individu- forestry partnership to Over the past two its nutrients from. Bryce Robb is Director/Head Arborist of Beaver Tree Service als, but also to other fund the Trust long- years, the Trust gave As Arborists, we can education providers term.” The Trust was away $30,000 worth advise people on the completely healthy. It trees can weigh up to proper care and advice. as their constitution able to commence cut- of scholarships and potential risk of having may be that the tree is 10 tonne and will cause So, if you have a large allows them. ting early three years another $15,000 to a large tree, whether located close to a house, ! ! tree or trees on your The initiative was ago when logging other education pro- it is in decline, show- or over the road or they fail. property that you would led by the Whanganui prices were compara- viders. ing signs of decline, or power lines. Some large Arborists’ training like some advice on, emphasizes the long- please don’t hesitate to term health of trees and ring us to schedule a arborists know how to time for our head arbo- check tree health from rist to visit you on site. the roots to the leaves. Their years of observing LETTER species do or don’t do well can help you decide - council the right spots for the donations? right trees. Sometimes we suggest Dear Editor that removing some Did I miss the public no- weight from the tree can ! lessen the chance of the & Partners become a char- tree failing. Also, cer- tain trees are more sus- I was appalled to see in ceptible to failing than the latest Council agenda others, for example a tall a report showing that so single leaded Redwood much ratepayer money has or Poplar can be a lot been dished left right and stronger than a multiple centre to various groups. branched Liquid Amber. If ratepayer funds are to be Arborists specialise in used for donations then it the care of individual should be the council who trees. They are knowl- decides who should get it, edgeable about the needs not Whanganui & Part- of trees and are trained ners! and equipped to provide - Steve Baron
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RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 7 Great sense of satisfaction from gaining Cub awards Sarah Gillman is 10 years old and loves going to Cubs. She started two years ago because “it looked interesting.” Since then she has gained It’s started – Election Kerbside Recycling Change mitigation will all the 24 achievement 2019 Collection – not hap- demand this and the badges possible. These It seems a very slow pening anytime soon current government include athlete 1 to 3, start, but the 2019 Local At last week’s Property will want to pass this cycling, cook, conser- Authority Elections are and Community Meet- responsibility on to local now underway. Vot- ing, a report from waste councils. aid, pet-keeping, home ing papers will arrive consultants, Morrison Do we need another help, photography, in letterboxes about Low, was presented. scientists, computer, September 20 for the This was a follow-up to Cost of waste disposal collector, gardener and October 12 election date. last year’s public survey is a serious issue, here swimmer. Campaign signs have where 44% favoured in Whanganui and The group meets at appeared – but very few a Council contracted nationally. While Waste Denby Place at the St so far. kerbside refuse/recycling to Energy plants are in- John’s Scout group Actually, I used to collection, 16% a Coun- ternationally in favour, hall from 6 to 7.30pm enjoy the three yearly cil contracted kerbside these plants are beyond on Wednesdays and displays of election recycling only collection communities the size Scouts meet from 6 to signs – some were quite and 40% favoured the of Whanganui. Mod- 8pm on Tuesdays, dur- innovative like when status quo Private Sector ern incineration plants ing term time. They the late Cr Rangi Wills provision. Council has require a capital invest- don’t necessarily stay erected all his signs been procrastinating on ment of about $300M this issue for six years in the hall. Instead Sarah and Michelle Gillman upside down one year and a feedstock of about they might go up to and enjoyed the free now, driven by the cost 300,000 tonnes per Victoria Park on St mother comes down ing TY toys (whatever problems gaining the publicity from the media of introducing a kerbside annum. Whanganui’s Johns Hill for athletics from Hamilton and they are), but it could pet-keeping award as reporting the public collection of about $1.7 waste output is about helps you tidy up your be sea shells or feathers the family has two cats reaction. - $1.9M pa. That would 24,000 tonnes per an- across to the Splash parents’ front garden. or whatever you like. and two dogs (a Shih The best I have seen be a rate rise of $130 num so only a regional Centre where they can All you need for this On the computer they Tzu and a German were in Tauranga a few per household – and the facility is feasible. get extra swimming award is picture proof are taught to be safe, Shepherd). You can years back where Rick problem is that every ^ help. of before and after … run simple programmes work on your badges Curach had full size household would have about $30M – so maybe Other help can come plus some hard work. and know something at home and keep track images of himself leap- to be included to make ! from trips to St John As for collecting – about the danger of of your progress in a ing out from behind the - as an alternative to the or when your grand- Sarah is in to collect- scams. Sarah had no book with photos. power poles along the rent state of the recycling Chinese owned Bonny Then there are the busy routes with a mes- market – due to the Glen, is worth pursu- activity awards – for sage “Pick Rick”. He got China Sword policy – ing. Modern environ- attending a weekend on Council! means that it is not the mentally considerate camp, doing an out- Unfortunately, inno- right time to introduce door adventure or be- kerbside recycling col- ing part of an ANZAC now and strict signage lections. Six Council’s horror stories about. activity. protocols apply. Why is have ceased theirs – and They are fully lined, Sarah says, “I love it it that when Councilors many others would like collect the leachate for and have made some _ to do so but are locked processing and trap the good friends.” The given the powers to do into contracts. Locally, methane emissions for group of around 20 has something, some think ! a good mixture of boys that they aren’t doing at the Maria Place Re- ` and girls. The leaders their job unless they source Recovery Centre are committed and introduce some bu- and Council has decided for most NZ communi- Sarah and her mother, reaucratic change. The ties than other waste Michelle, would like silliest this year is the _ disposal options - may- to say “Many thanks requirement for a mini- Whanganui East and a be we have to be more for all your help.” mum font size on elec- rural location. While I realistic and pragmatic If you are interested tion signs of 120mm. believe that this is the in our approach to waste in having your son/ Some tell us that having right short term policy, disposal. daughter, grandson/ small fonts is a risk to the next Council will For any issues you granddaughter attend, road safety – as if driv- need to revisit the best want to discuss, contact contact group leader, ers might have nose-to- policy to reduce, reuse, Rob Vinsen robvin- Dianne Anderson on tail collisions as they or recycle waste. Climate [email protected]. 027 4307827. Cubs squint to read the small go from eight to 10½ print. The rules don’t years and then Scouts apply to event signage go through to 14 years. though – so obviously Golf results The cost is $75 per drivers only take close term. interest in election signs. Public Meetings - Thursday 8th August, Nine Hole Club, MC Medal. what’s organized? Ladies: Anne Cox 37 c/b, Rawinia Connors 37, Joanne I am a bit concerned Knapp 38. that I have not yet heard Men: Graeme Edmonds 33, Kevin Burke 34, Jim of any “Meet the Can- Hulbert 35. didate” public meetings : Allen Wills. being organized. As no candidate for Mayor other than incumbent Hamish McDouall had emerged at the time of writing, no Mayoral con- test may be the reason, but it is important that the public get the op- portunity to interact with candidates to be able to best judge their capabili- ties for the job they are expected to perform. Council is a $70M per annum business and wise stewardship is required. If there are any groups that would like to organ- ize a candidates evening, please get in touch with me. 8 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 9 Vital drug to be funded for advanced HER2 positive breast cancer Fun and interesting opportunities offered at Whanganui Girls’ College Whanganui Girls’ tains to the Sea mod- College has had a busy ule allows students to start to the Term with explore the outdoors in students involved in a range of settings and an array of fun and environments. interesting activities, Enrolments are open thanks to the many for new students, please contact the school by our school. X ?£X££ ] or email admin@wgc. were involved in the ac.nz Dance NZ Made re- gional event at the start Pictured are students of the Term. All teams attending the competed with passion mentioned events ¡¢ ¢ ¡ ! ¡~ - From left: BCAC Deputy Chair, Emma Crowley, BCAC Chair Libby Bur- ! _ ¡ = gess and BCAC Committee member Louise Malone in Wellington today >X ¢ ^~`^_ positive sub-type and will @ runner up in the junior released a proposal to Committee also heard ¡ ¡ - to fund Kadcyla. submissions on petitions runner up in the senior ab emtansine, T-DM1) for Libby and other BCAC from patient advocacy ^ ! women with advanced Committee members, groups representing lung by all involved. ~[ Emma Crowley and Lou- and ovarian cancer, my- The school also sent cancer. ise Malone, along with eloma, leukaemia and ! = >[ ‘This is fantastic news breast cancer specialist the rare disorders, Spi- ¡ for these women,’ said Sarah Barton, had just nal Muscular Atrophy ~ = ^ - Libby Burgess, Chair ! @`^ ¢ - ¡ of the Breast Cancer @ _ ease. All described the at Wellington College, Aotearoa Coalition when they heard the news. ! - which involved over _^_ Q ‘There are still drugs posed by New Zealand’s [X of the drugs that Meta- for other sub-types of poor access to modern lower North Island. vivors petitioned for and breast cancer that need to medicines for these con- The students looked marched to parliament be funded’, said Emma. ditions. All called for an at family violence about last year. It is a ‘Today we made the case ¢ ^~`^_ and possible interven- proven treatment that can @ _ - and a substantial increase tions in schools. It was extend the lives of these mittee to bring New Zea- in the medicines budget an informative and women with fewer side land’s medicines budget to bring it into line with enlightening day with up to a level that would other OECD countries. some great speakers available drugs.’ enable us to have the kind ‘We need to at least tri- and ideas and another ‘To access Kadcyla at of cancer care that women ple the medicines budget fantastic opportunity the moment, women must in other counties enjoy.’ if New Zealand is to ap- to grow young leaders ¥ XXX R BCAC’s petition to proach the OECD aver- within our school. said Libby, ‘and this puts the Committee called age’, says BCAC Com- ~ ¡` - it beyond the reach of for funding for all of the mittee member, Louise @ ¡ ! most New Zealanders.’ drugs recommended for Malone. ‘Only then can an exciting day skiing ^ [X¦ advanced breast cancer we have a chance to re- at Whakapapa, as part with advanced breast in the ESO-ESMO guide- duce our appalling breast of their module course. ~[ lines. cancer death rate’. 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10 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Sherman the cat learning Silent art auction for Bushy Park to fly a plane < ! plane is complicated – just ask Sherman the cat. It is a breeze for him. His real job at Wanganui Aero Club is to make sure the birds don’t come into the hanger and put deposits on the planes – a job which, according to club member Leroy Johnston, “he does very well.” Sherman is a six month old rescue kitten from the SPCA, who soon enjoyed hanging out in the hanger. It wasn’t long before he was able to identify the arrival ^ _ ! and would head down to the airport terminal to spread his charm among Pauline and Julz with the painting and with Julz holding one of her sculptural pieces the passengers, sitting Artist, Pauline Al- ful bid going to Bushy the Course of Time’ from August 24 to on laps, purring when lomes says, “I gain a Park. The painting is a which Pauline is sharing September 8 on Fridays, stroked and accompa- lot of inspiration from large one – 1.4 metres \ _ Saturdays and Sundays nying them out to the Bushy Park and want long – and is of the environmental artists. from 10am to 4.30pm. plane. to give a little back.” Manukau Harbour. All It is at 4 Barrack Street, In November Pauline Leroy says, “Sherman So she is having a bids go into a sealed box a pre-1914 cottage and will be having an exhi- has become so popular silent auction on one of is part of Whanganui’s bition out at Bushy Park with passengers that her paintings with the The auction is part Heritage Month. complete with Devon- some have enquired proceeds of the success- of an exhibition ‘In The exhibition runs shire tea on the lawn. A new perspective about adopting him, as- suming he was a stray.” on prosperity He is about to be given Published by the River a tag stating ‘Sherman Come see what’s cooking City Press, 52 Ingestre In her recent address at the Melbourne Town Hall, Wanganui Aero Club Street, Wanganui, phone Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, spoke about how the Member.’ At the club, 345 3655. New Zealand government is dealing with an envi- trainees have to be told at Lucky Bar and Kitchen ronment of growing uncertainty and declining trust to include Sherman in Copyright: in government. She argued that the key to reversing ! The Lucky stage has ment. deck. All you foodies River City Press pro- threats to democratic institutions is widening the idea making sure he was not hosted an incredible On Saturday, 17 out there should come duces and/or publishes of what prosperity means. around or in the plane. series of performances. August, Steph Casey and review his work advertisements strictly on “In many countries, while the very wealthiest have The club, however, de- Those who have made and her band grace Wednesday to Saturday the basis that River City the pilgrimage to Lucky grown consistently wealthier, the rest have seen little cided to give Sherman a Lucky. Two brilliantly from 5pm. As we used Press is entitled to and have been absolutely compiled and critically to say in retro Whangas or no real rise in their incomes or their living stand- ! " owns the copyright in the took him up on a special spoilt night after night. acclaimed albums under - well worth the jour- ards – over decades. advertisement so far as ! @ Special mention to local the belt showcase indie- ney. Today it is ‘all you “Inequalities that deepened with the great deregu- the copyright relates to lating reforms of the 1980s and 90s have become a He was a natural – so band, Vinyl, who made folk and alt-country need..... and then some.’ publication or reproduc- permanent feature of these economies – not a brief unconcerned – happy to their debut appearance genres. Three incredible Do not miss out, come moment of pain. pretend that he was the to a very apprecia- nights at Lucky back to and see what’s going on tion for publication in “If a country has been growing economically for 30 real pilot. At the end of tive crowd. Look out back to back. at the Lucky Bar and any newspaper, magazine years, yet large numbers of its citizens haven’t felt ! * Whanganui this could Speaking of back, Kitchen, 53A Wilson or similar periodical or ! had a lick and graciously be the next big thing to our gifted chef, Satoru St, Whanganui 4500 to broadcasting of the “If a country has a relatively high rate of GDP received pats for his join our bulging stable Nashida, is back on NZ. advertisement. growth, but it is neglecting the things that we should of master acts. all hold dear - like the health of our children, a warm, Leroy explains, “Planes Second shout to dry home for all, mental health services or rivers and can be noisy so I am in- Machete Clan attracting lakes that we can swim in – then can it be said to be vestigating suitable hear- close to 50,000 plays !P ing protection. I have got on Spotify during July. The local Whanganui Labour Electorate Committee ` ` ! Wow huh! believes that prosperity means a fairer society for all They are designed for This week we host and that we have to think as a community and not as ! ! P NZ music legend, Otis individuals; to look after our country’s future, partic- He adds, “Our Face- Mace, for two nights ularly our children and our environment. We believe - Thursday 15 and that having the feeling of being connected, belong- Sherman has gone viral Friday, 16. On Thurs- ing and being included are better signs of prosperity with comments from all day he will be joined by than capitalism. The gap between rich and poor will around the world.” Just local musicians. Koha just continue to grow if we do not work together to another way Whanganui entry - both nights of achieve a prosperity based on a fair society for all. is famous worldwide. incredible entertain- - Irving McKechnie, Spokesperson, Whanganui Labour Electorate Committee
RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 11 Whanganui inspiring windows on show @ ! R ! - >X ? @ ^ ! >Q ! ` R ! < - ! < ! ! @ - - ! ! of Whanganui’s beauti- ! @ @ ` R _ _ " The Williams Window > at St Paul’s Church ! - Putiki @ ¢ R ` } ¢ - _ ¢ | >©QQ ! « ! ^ - ! _ ! > ¢ ! ! ] ¢ R >X - the Whanganui Colle- ! @ _ @ ¢ R | @ - ! ! R _ Whanganui. This is well \ ` ! ¢ @ ¢ - - R _ ~ | >X XX £ XX ! _ _ ! < ! The Wanganui Jockey _ - \ * ! ! ! ! ing of the new 2019/20 ` @ ` ~ - ` ! ! @ ` _ ! the Whanganui Regional >© ^ ! < " _ ! * ! ` _ ! ¢ * ! ! ! ! | ! ! ` ! ! \ _ ^ " - ! @ ! @ - ! ~ - ^ ¢ @ - ! - } R | ! \ | ! ! ! " ! _ @ - @ ~ ! R - >> ?X £ [ >> ! * - ~ In Brief ~ [ @ ! ! [ @ - ! ! ª R | @ - " ? * Q< ^ R the club on info@wjc. @ XX X ?£ ?© ! ! * ! } \ ~ ^ - | @ New bus bay on Taupo Quay _ ] ! ] - ! _ ! " ! ª " ! ` - ! " ! ! " ! ! ^ ` - " ` ¢ ! _ < ! ! ?X _ @ ^ ! [[ \ ! O ! - ! ! R - ` ` ! @ ~ - ! ^ - ! P 12 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Wanganui Jockey Club’s winter meeting: the leading horses in the grandstand steelechase taking the log jump, May 23, 1907. This jump is said to be the only one of its kind in New Zealand. The winning horse, Waitarere, is shown in the centre of the picture.
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RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 13 “Queen of boogie piano” Jan Preston to One hour courses available for perform in Whanganui next week Festival of Adult Learning The Festival of Adult Learning, formerly known as Adult Learn- ers Week, is back on Wednesday/Thursday, September 4/5 for the funding provided by Adult and Community Education Aotearoa (ACE) and venues pro- vided by Whanganui Learning Centre and Te Oranganui. The ACE website says, “Adult learning can take place at many levels of the commu- nity. The Festival of Adult Learning Ahurei ! adult learning wher- ever it is happening - at home, at the local Performer Jan Preston library, community centre, sports club, pri- Jan Preston has been de- “She sings with a deliv- images with biographical (doors open at 7) at the vate training organisa- scribed as “Australasia’s ery which speaks of em- stories, original songs and Musicians Club Savage tion or university.” Queen of boogie piano.” powerment and hope … piano trio music. It is un- Hall at 65 Drews Avenue. The ECO School While born in Greymouth, she’s got the blues in her derpinned by Jan’s virtuos- Tickets pre-sales cost $20 has partnered with now resident in Sydney, heart, mardi-gras in her ity (together with her trio) and are available from Adult and Community Tutor Nelson Lebo Jan is constantly touring ! - and audiences will be tap- Gatshack on Ridgway Education Aotearoa around the world, even a man attitude in her songs.” ping and clapping through- Street (345 4789). They to provide a number (outside) WLC. bilities. Te Oranganui. recent trip to China. Her – Rhythms Magazine Aus- out. can also be purchased on- of free workshops for 4:30-5:30pm. Basic 6 – 7pm. Ensuring a concerts and CDs get top tralia. The concert on Saturday, ! the Whanganui com- Care for Fruit Trees Healthy Rental Prop- reviews. They include: \ August 24 starts at 8pm Door sales are $25. munity. They are as (outside) WLC. erty (for landlords) Te “From boogie woogie to classical piano degree at follows: 6:30-7:30pm. Reduc- Oranganui. ragtime, the air pulsates Auckland University but Wednesday, Sep- ing Plastic Waste at The Instructor is with the magical rhythms decided she didn’t re- tember 4. Whan- Home (inside) WLC. Nelson Lebo, an eco- she produces … a force- ally want to be a concert ganui Learning Cen- Thursday 5th Sept. design consultant. He ful presence and a huge pianist or a piano teacher. GIVEAWAY tre, 232 Wicksteed Te Oranganui, 57 has a PhD in sustain- performance energy.” – < The RCP has a double ticket to Jan Preston’s Street: Campbell Street: ability education and Christchurch Star. to Wellington, then Syd- concert and a signed CD to give away. 3:30-4:30pm. Small 4 -5pm. Renter's has worked as an “One of the best pianists ney to experiment with Email us your name and day time phone number Backyard Gardens Rights and Responsi- educator for 30 years. of our time, Preston mas- with Preston in the subject line to be in the draw. ters the piano like a maes- working in an independ- You can also bring in or post your details to the tro juggling the keys. Her ent theatre group and then voice is suave and sensual, rock bands. RCP, 52 Ingestre Street. - Her show ’88 Pianos I The draw closes on at noon on Tuesday, August ity.” – Crossroad France. have known’ will combine 20. One entry per person please.
14 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Waka Huia - you’ll be surprised Save money and be economical by purchasing secondhand, repaired or simply what you can find here cheaper products, clothing, furniture and household goods from local thrift shops. Newest charity shop - Life Shop
< Zealand today. and can be collected if } @ @ ! | opened for business is proposing to liberal- help a lot! and information on life } @ } @ 10am to 3pm weekdays thankful for the com- is the ‘go to’ place and 10am to 1pm on munity’s support so far. for those who may be Saturday. It is located Donations of goods and concerned and want [X § ^ more information on opposite Goldsbury We are pleased to be the subject. Donations Optometrists. For more Sorely and Mei on the right with customers + of household goods information, phone 022 Robert with baby Alethea and Brooke second hand housewares are always welcome 4685868. Waka Huia at 50A Moana Street in the Wanganui ! Shopping Centre has been there for six years but has low prices. The mis- ! ` @ } @ ` ! ` O< - to uphold the intrinsic Silent auction and sales = < ! ! place.” ! - being from conception at Hospice stores ! ! - onwards. As part of ! * that mission the store Yay for Op-Shopping! for choice! The Wan- ! ! - functions as an outreach And when it comes to ganui East store will ! ! supporting Hospice, bears and so on. life issues facing New you’re a little bit spoiled popular silent auctions towards the end of the 11am to 4pm. Mei welcomes people to come in and month, so be sure to browse. Salvation Army call in to the store to see R Family Store will be dozens of lots Zest for Mission § ^ Boutique is celebrating The Zest for Mission store supporting the City Mis- _ ! ! Heritage Month with sion Whanganui, has a huge range of goods including + their winter sale on clothing, home ware, books, white ware, sporting, hard - August 31 and extended ware, furniture and linen. With this range, it is possible ! ! trading hours on this day ! ! ! until 3pm, so call in and just add some new element to your abode. All goods be a part of the celebra- are donated and if you wish to donate you can either So come along and enjoy the warmth of our en- tion. ! ^! ! } } ! Concern, 164 St Hill Street and ring the green bell) or ! we can pick up on 3452139 ext 2. ! ! ! Tawa Street store too, >? § ^ @ - Come and check out our recycled t-shirt bags too! which will be happening nys and Wanganui Home sewing centre). Opening ! towards the end of the hours are 9.30 to 4.30 Monday to Friday and 10.30 to that something special. month – bargains galore! 2.30 Saturday. - Brenda Kendrick, Manager Quality donations are always welcome at our shops and we’re happy to arrange a pick-up, so make a call to any of the shops to organise this. = R - cebook and at hospice- whanganui.org.nz.
RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 15 Buying from locally owned & operated businesses makes economic and social sense Often we equate buying control over the business independent businesses Some big businesses about the increasing local with paying higher and business operations. the return is three times are able to avoid paying lack of competition with prices and we all want a Buying from a New more money to the local much tax to the New takeovers and mergers on bargain. But sometimes Zealand wide retailer as economy than one spent Zealand Government a national or internation- buying locally can be opposed to an overseas at a chain and almost 50 whereas local businesses al scale. Communities cheaper and there are owned business also has times more than buying pay their fair share. need local marketplaces some other important advantages but to adapt from an online mega- Locally owned busi- of many small busi- factors – economic, the ultimate is buying retailer. This is because nesses create more jobs nesses as a way to ensure environmental and from a local in our own local businesses are more locally and, in some innovation, competition moral – which we need community. likely to use other local sectors, provide better and low prices over the to consider where we ~ «@^ businesses for supplies, ! long term. choose to buy. shows that compared services, maintenance the chains do. Employ- Local businesses select The economics of buy- to chain stores, locally and repairs. ees are generally closer their products, not on ing local owned businesses recycle @ to their employers and national sales plans and a Buying local is buying a much larger share by companies based working relationships something from a busi- of their revenue back in New Zealand with are stronger. Opportuni- on their own interests ness in Whanganui that into the local economy, foreign ownership or ties for practical training and the needs of their lo- is owned by a member enriching the whole com- foreign interests, end and development can be cal customers, guarantee- of our community who ! up overseas, instead of greater. ing a much broader range has decision making for every dollar spent at being re-invested here. Sometimes we complain of product choices.
16 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Why buy from locally owned and operated businesses?
The most important reason, from a commu- factories, which require comparatively little nity perspective, to buy from locally owned infrastructure. They are more likely to be “You can’t buy and operated businesses, is that it keeps found along the main streets, as in Victoria money and jobs in the town. Compared to ^ other businesses, locally owned ones recycle live and work. a much larger share of their revenue back into The presence of a variety of locally owned HAPPINESS the local economy. They are more likely to and operated businesses keeps everyone support other locally owned businesses, be- ‘honest’ with down-to-earth competition. ing able to make decisions without referring They know that they are directly responsible but you can buy ^ to their customers rather than out-of-town Locally owned businesses are generally more business managers. Good, friendly customer distinctive and in the age of globalization, service becomes a necessary feature of the it is important that we support our one-of- business, once you know them as individu- LOCAL a-kind operations. Shops are more likely to als. sell locally produced goods, rather than the We probably don’t need campaigns to mass produced, albeit cheap, but standardised convince us of the logic of buying from lo- and that’s kind of the same” items from overseas. cally owned and operated businesses. It just They normally operate out of small shops or makes good economic and social sense. - unknown
RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 17 New Sport and Recreation Facilities Strategy sets framework for future Whanganui District four years on a plan for The Sport and Recrea- facilities will be designed, Council has adopted its the future of sport and rec- tion Facilities Strategy maintained and utilised in new Sport and Recreation reation in the Whanganui ! a manner that enables and Facilities Strategy. The District, with a particular # ! R ! encourages all residents strategy, developed in focus on the future fund- facilities will accommo- to participate in sport and collaboration with Sport ing of facilities.” date and attract an increas- recreational activities. Whanganui, sets out the The new strategy sets out ing range of local and re- “Whanganui has a proud framework for future the approach the Council gional events sporting history and we provision and funding of will use when making de- # _ R are fortunate to have ex- sport and recreation fa- cisions about investment decisions will be prudent, cellent sporting facilities, cilities in our district. in sport and recreation sustainable and based on catering to a wide range The Council’s Gen- facilities. It is strongly the needs of the Whan- of clubs and codes”, says eral Property Manager, aligned to the Council’s ganui district Councillor, Philippa Bak- Leighton Toy says, “The Leading Edge Strategy’s # - er-Hogan. Cooks Gardens Council and Sport Whan- foundations of communi- cilities will be centralised “As lifestyles, technol- we make about how to standards. “Whanganui egy provides a clear and ganui have been working ty, connectivity, environ- around suitable hubs ogy and social structures spend our leisure time District Council must bal- well-considered frame- as a team over the past ment and economy. # @ have changed, the choices have also changed. Fewer ance these costs alongside work that will guide us to people are participating in the many other services achieve this.” some of our established we provide and the initia- There were 20 submis- sports and more people tives we elect to support sions in total during con- are taking part in emerg- - sultation on the strategy, ing sports such as waka trict as a whole. with eight submitters ama or individual pursuits “This means it is es- presenting in person. The sential that our facilities strategy is available on other responsibilities.” are well utilised and that the Whanganui District Cr Baker-Hogan says they can meet the in- Council website https:// ! creasingly diverse needs www.whanganui.govt. involved in maintaining of our residents now and nz/sport-recreation-strat- Super easy egg, bacon and hash bake sporting facilities to high into the future. Our strat- egy # ¢ >X # _ ?X Ewen and invited artists present # £X - utes some of their favourite works Description: A meal in one… a very satis- Ewen with fying dish for all ages, a painting of all year round. Ingredients: # MQ browns Ewen Stratford and # > ten other invited artists are presenting their # > favourite works at the # ? Whanganui Commu- roughly chopped nity Arts Centre from # > - August 23 to Septem- matoes, halved ber 1. Ewen will be # * exhibiting 10 of his roughly chopped recent works while the # > ion, capsicum and bacon others will be submit- oregano leaves over the hash browns. ting four each. # © !! Cover with tomatoes and It will be a large # , sprinkle with basil and exhibition in total and # oregano. apart from the varied ground black pepper Q ¢ !! range of paintings Instructions: mixture. Bake for 20-30 there will be pottery 1. Preheat the oven minutes until the mixture pieces being exhibited >©X _ - is just set. Allow to sit for by Frances Sim Hig- sagne style rectangular 10-15 minutes before slic- gins and John Single- baking dish with oil. ing. ton. The other artists 2. Arrange a sin- © @ ! involved are: Aaron gle layer of the hash salad. Potaka, Richard Read- browns over the base Notes ing, Sandie Howard, of the dish, trimming Tips and Hints Doreen Barns, Sandra # @ Brumby, Ginny Cran- ? priced and has a good stone, Sarah Morton in a frying pan and meat to fat ratio so it is and Kate St Amand. cook the onion, capsi- good to use in recipes like Ewen has been paint- cum and bacon for 10 this, but you can use any ing for a number of minutes or until just bacon that you have avail- years and has his own tender. able. exhibition which is of- £ ¢ # < R ten shared with fellow with hash browns in basil leaves but like the artists once a year. He the oven and cook for also participates with ©>X with a few dollops of the River City Artists golden and crisp. readymade basil pesto. and the Quay artists. 5. Whisk the eggs # ~ His recent work with the cream and includes paintings of season with salt and use a brown onion instead. the Whanganui River pepper. # @ ¥> including a detailed ^ ! - @ ! @ £ water colour of the drop scene, following time spent in Raetihi. down to the Castle- captures surfers about to tackle the waves. His other water colours focus on Western Australia following a trip there and the experience of doing the Ghan train ride through central Australia. His paint- ings pick up the burnt orange and yellows. 18 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Volunteers needed for the Pop-up Gazebos available for use Paddle Steamer Waimarie by sport and church groups The volunteer team are making great pro- gress on the Waima- rie’s winter mainte- nance and looking forward to the summer sailing season. Manager Phil Pollero says, “The vessel oper- ates with a great team made up of volunteers currently looking for more volunteers to join < to become part of our dedicated team, have an interest in the Pad- dle Steamer Waimarie, its history and meeting and engaging with pas- sengers from all over New Zealand and the world, we would love to hear from you. The main need is for deck hands. This re- + ! Waimarie is ready to receive passengers by loading coal, bringing ! " # ƾ %& ' * ' + 6 the catering provisions on board, polishing the Craig Hanford from LJ Hooker says, “The brass and hoisting the team at LJ Hooker Wanganui have been blessed ! Once sailing begins ! ? it is a case of handling Victoria Ave. the ropes and then mix- To return some of that goodwill, we have ing with the passengers invested in two pop-up gazebos, which we are and making sure their lending out to sport and church groups.” sailing experience is ; < = > They had been planned for a while and Hook- * < U > X ' > ! O< - season, the Waimarie is stead we talked to a number of ‘business friends’ sailing six days out of the Waimarie would be Phil says, “As our and got them made as soon as possible, as a way seven. Some volun- helpful. sailing season begins of thanking all the groups and businesses that teers work during week Dan Ferguson vol- on the October 26, 2019 have shown us support.” days, whereas others unteers both in the we are looking to bring There are two gazebos - a small and medium are able to be involved sailing season and for volunteers on board size, which should suit most sports group needs. in the weekend. the winter maintenance now at a meet and greet LJ Hooker has already begun supporting local There is also a re- programme. He says, ^ ! ?> P < cricket and they also nationally support commu- + - O< ! * are interested in this nity groups like St John Ambulance service. teers in the museum. and would recommend opportunity and would < ! + ! An interest in the histo- < like to join the Waima- of the gazebos, they can email wanganui@ljhp. ry of the River and the and being a volunteer is rie team, please call nz river boats especially well worth it.” ¢ ?£Q >©?
RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 19 Mobility Equipment Wanganui The Irish are coming... for a Cruinniú (Gathering) providing the personal touch with the Ambassador of Ireland New Zealand and Ire- The highlight for ! `¢ - those proud to call R came Premier or Prime themselves Irish or ! Minister of New Zea- have just that bit of ^ \ Irish in them is an of Ireland, Peter Ryan, } ¢ evening social gath- is travelling around New >©X >©? ering to be held at Zealand meeting people came from Glenavy, 5.30pm at the Kaierau < Club in Springvale. ` ^ ! > + ! « - ^ - ! ster New Zealand Trust. < ` ` - ! ! _ Rugby World Cup but @ Ambassador Peter, Peter Ryan, Ambassa- ! < ! - dor of Ireland ! ! @ ¢ R " < ! >£ | Zealanders can also \ @ translation of Embassy Q` R Korea and Singapore, of Ireland New Zealand Emerald Isle. ^ New York and most re- Q^ - ] < cently, in Hong Kong. @ R Graeme Rosewarne Graeme Rosewarne ^ ! started Mobility Equip- ~ ment Wanganui just over - West Coast Company celebrates its 104th birthday ! ing full time for Mobility ^ ~ _ ! ] } _ ! Equipment from Tuesdays _ _ Q ` P market. He was working @ Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment, _ _ ! at Laura Fergusson Re- ` @ ! R >X£ - } ! X QX¦ ^ ! © ! | | @ ! sales from initial contacts ` * " ¨ O >> _ - date is particularly important, as it is ours. | _ ! ^ + a Facebook site. >> | ` ¢ " | ! pipers played and local veterans, past agency for Auckland Mo- - and serving soldiers as well as members ^` scooters as well as provid- P " and recently also took ! ! ! < ! | replacement batteries and ! - parts. You can opt for a O ¢ ^ " >[ ! QX R QX ! result, Graeme is able to arrangement depending ! P O ! ! ! of mobility aids from walking sticks to inconti- it is common for many us- Whanganui competing with Hutt ! products, scooters to even pressures. Running on low ! - City to be NZ’s most beautiful city tery as it is forced to work \ >
Is Ridgway St NZ’s best street? - (photo Whanganui Heritage Trust) ! ! ! ! _ R ` P _ - ! ` @ ~ ! @ - Towns and Most Beautiful City in New ! | R ` @ [X> Seymour Avenue in Nelson. ^ ` - New Zealand Beautiful, aim to cel- @ ebrate environmental excellence ex- @ ! * ! ! - ^ * ! ! - land. ! ! ^ ! - ! P ! ! ^ | ! ^ ] - ! [£ [X> engaged in an array of litter prevention >£ categories: Individuals, Communities, ! - Businesses, Places, Small and Large cation and sustainability programmes Towns and Cities. P In case you are travelling and are O _ _ Q ! R ! - promotes a zero tolerance policy for } ! _ < - _ ! ¢ ] ¢ _ ¢ @ ¢ - 20 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 ~ Programme of August events ~ AUGUST ! - >>£ ! ^ µ Tickets $5 – door sales. ! Inside the Old Sar- ! ~ ! ! ! Talk: Frank Denton’s µ | recent work in the Whan- jeant Tours Trust will be onsite to the exhibition for a work the city, have fun & an- Whanganui | ! @ >Q >> µ answer your enquiries ¢ + | [Q ^ ! ¢ R Mainstreet Whan- [ ` ! R - ¢ µ ! ƿ Q ?X ^ available to purchase. ganui Heritage Market @ * | ! ! Wanganui Tramways ¢ ! _ _ - ^ ` Day ¢ ª R ¢ µ ! Weekend _ @ lections, Jennifer Taylor § ! ?Q ! @ ?> >> for the last public tours ! ! @ [£ £ ¥>X + - ` ~ ` >X ? ? _ µ of the Sarjeant before the ! ` µ @ [ >> ¢ ! ! entry $4 adults. ` * @+ - - ? ` ª 0212723444. Regional Conservation ! µ ! - Interiors & Exteriors The Street Where You Teamwork by Heritage - ¥> @ * talk child dress-ups photos in Live Rangitikei Heritage New Zealand ª [> Q ?X @ [ [ @ Day [ ^ ! activity within the town X ?£XX @ * ª ?© (photos available the ^ _ £[ [ >X ?X § ` * 0 ª ^ ! @ | ! @ ` @ @ | < Square. Whanganui Collegiate ! R - rides for children under will talk about his new ` @ ` \ \ Programme details on: School Museum & ! @ * >[ version of “Streets of Visit St Stephens (1871) _ ~ ! - www.whanganui Archives _ adult ($2) on the Sunday. ! P and St Johns Tututotara ! ¢ heritagetrust.org.nz Wednesday 21 & 28 - @ * _ St Peter’s Church: The - (1924). Historian, John ! " [ £ ?X @ \ ` Beacon on the Hill ! Vickers will discuss the roles and responsibilities Septembers Events will >© µ [ >X ?X > ~ - @ [£ >> @ + ! µ R ! feature in RCP over the @ > µ © >X ?X sential at Sarjeant on the ¢ R _ } X ?£?©[?[ ~ ! >©£X M ©X ! next two weeks > @ £ µ >> ª X ?£ ~ | ^ - [ £ ?X 0506. ` _ in 1854 the school has Rangitikei Homestead will outline the history of Image Audio & Security - specialists in car audio, ! Tour with John Vickers @ ¢ early education in Whan- [[ >X free to view the interior ! £ ` < - ! alarms, roof racks, tinting & GPS tracking a visit to the school _ < ` ! When Ryan Tapa had ` µ ^ - self-drive tour, visit beau- the opportunity to take Q ! R tiful houses by nationally The Sarjeant Collec- over Safe & Sound back µ ¥ tion store tours in 2006, he didn’t hesi- @ 1900 – 1915 period. Hear Saturday 24 & Saturday tate and showed his con- & door sales. their stories set in New ?> [ @ * ! Talk: WDC Seismic R ª ?© 0 ª < ! ^ Upgrade Work ! \ _ & Security. Since then he ~ ! ] Vickers. Tickets $120pp, ! " ! [> ! _ - | of vehicle services to in- [© ^ ! µ £ @ - tact John - 06 327-7280. ! ?X >X ?X In the Course of Time | R ` _ Exhibition ¥>X ! |¢@ Wednesday 14, 21, 28, [? ?X ] - @ * ª ! ^ ! µ £ @ ! [£ ^ ! X ?£ XX - The business was M >X £ >> £ © @ boosted when he shifted We extend an invitation Saturday & Sunday only - < - ^ - to interested persons >X £ ?X £ cer - Wanganui Vintage ¢ - @ ^ " Car Club ! Ryan next to his own Ute ! ¢ ^ µ @ [ >[ £ | @ " ! ~ ! \ _ - @ ` ! ! ! " ! ] µ _ ¢ ^ - plentiful and where there prices available. out over the speaker sys- ! < ` _ M is plenty of space to ex- Vehicle owners are also @«§ ! pand. ! you say back, into a text « + ` Black and white Heritage < ! ^ < less noisy and easier to on 3493106. with both car dealers and ¢ - leaves your hands totally ^ ! Whanganui Regional images for sale individuals to install new droid phones to be played ! a free quote to add these Museum Highlight Tour Bluetooth radios, espe- ! ! accessories to their vehi- Thursday 15 & Tues- ! ! < ! µ cially in recent Japanese ! ! [X [ ^ ! @ > M ¢ ! ~ - on the screen. These sys- Ryan, is in the supply and ~ ; [>Q | @ ! - | X | @ ! @ ¥ @ ¢ ! R | ! ! ` µ ! - Inspiring Windows ! R ! ^ @ >Q >X M surrounds and is for sale. ? ^ ! ! ! § >? sites, both churches & ! are explained in an excel- lent brochure obtained ! <@ ! at churches always ap- preciated. Heritage Information Booth Saturday 17 & Sun- >© >X £ µ } @ @ ! _ RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 21 Just when did a Sacred Heart Chapel now motorised taxi service 101 years old start in Whanganui? In our issue The Sacred Heart chap- out destroying its charac- of August 1 we wrote that el, which is now part of + ! - Sacred Heart Chapel the Jane Winstone Re- cant bracing of the roof, ‘Taxis started in tirement Village, was reinforcing the walls and Whanganui in built in 1918. It was an ! 1920,” thanks integral part of Sacred Its safety rating is now at to Charles Hod- Heart College and when least 75%, well above the son who formed the school closed, Ryman 33% required. It came at Red Band Tax- Healthcare promised to a cost - of over a $1.5mil- is. However, earthquake-strengthen lion, which also included Heather Stent and upgrade the chapel, painting and new seating. and her sister which was rated then at The renovations have Gloria Rayner, contacted us to say that their father, Harry only 15% of the current continued. Last year Dunstall, was operating a taxi service from his house at building standards. Chris Gullery was com- 37 Bell Street, from as early as 1914, possibly even ear- Ryman Healthcare, missioned to repair and lier. which owns the village restore the 14 Stations of Heather has a range of photographs of Harry and other complex, asked engineers the Cross which feature drivers as well as family, alongside some very attractive to come up with a plan to prominently in the inside cars. One is dated 1914 and has Harry complete in uni- upgrade the chapel with- of the chapel. These are form and cap. The advertising referred to ‘Dunstall’s Taxi Service. Day & Night. Weddings & Specialist events.’ images depicting events ^ - related to the day of the UCOL past vance Six and a Fiat. " \ Have a look at the picture and you have to admire the had been installed in the and present three drivers all dressed in white. Those were the days. 1920s and after nearly The name changed possibly in the early 1920s, with 100 years were in need tours Red Band Taxis starting and then, according to an early ! picture of Heathers, there was another change to ‘Abby’s especially for broken 19 Aug – 13 Sep Week- Cabs’ based in Victoria Avenue. ! days only, 9am & 1pm. By the 1930s Yellow Cabs started, which led to the de- dents in the frames. Meet at UCOL Info Cen- mise of Red Band. Harry’s cars kept changing too and The chapel is open to tre – 16 Rutland Street there are pictures of the latest Chrysler and Ford Taxis. the public and is fre- UCOL made a sub- Harry was a very good photographer as well, shown in quently used for singing stantial contribution to the number and quality of photos inherited by Heather. He groups and concerts as the understanding of the was good enough to have worked with the well-known well as for quiet medita- growth of Whanganui in Whanganui photographer of the time, Frank Denton. tion and prayer. Whether the 19th century with her- As for the family home at 37 Bell Street. It has its own you are a Catholic or not, itage buildings blending illustrious history having once been the site of the mu- the chapel is well worth a with the new, in industry seum. The Dunstall family held it for 82 years. visit, both to admire from equipped learning facili- Somewhere about the 1930s, Charlie Hodson, Tommy ties. Souter, Stan Dunstall, Stan Francis and Bob Lazarus left on the beauty from the Tickets $5pp from I Site, Red Band Taxis and started Yellow Cabs (a popular name The interior of the Sacred Heart Chapel inside. Event Finder & door sales in those days). This led, in fact, to the demise of Red Band.
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24 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 Do you suffer from Arthritis? Cycle Twelve secondary school choirs to Forward into Spring perform in Whanganui next week Registrations are now open for the next intake of the Cycle Forward programme, which aims to encourage people with arthritis to start cy- cling, return to cycling, or keep cycling - and an event is being held to promote participation. Representatives from Arthritis New Zealand, Whanganui District Council and Whanganui Multisport Club will be at Article, 20 Drews Avenue, on Wednesday 21 August between 3.30pm and 5.00pm to celebrate the existing Cycle Forward group and invite new High School’s AwaSide Choir with Joanna Love, the accompanist on the members to register for left and Ros on the right the six-week pro- gramme. Nibbles will Twelve Secondary School choirs from in charge of drama at High School this Whanganui Multisport Club Co-ordinator, Greg Fromont, Arthritis New be provided and there Palmerston North, East Coast, Welling- year and has revived their choir. She Zealand Educator, Lori Davis and Whanganui District Council’s Active will be the chance to ton, Kapiti and New Plymouth and in- says, “We have had stage choirs in the Transport Facilitator, Norman Gruebsch discussing the Cycle Forward hear from previous par- cluding the AwaSide Choir from Whan- past but not a choir/choir for at least four programme ticipants and Arthritis ganui High School, will be performing years.” There are 30 singers with a num- New Zealand Educator, Mrs Baker says prior connect with for exer- arthritis.org.nz or phone at the Royal Wanganui Opera House ber of them ex-intermediate school stu- Lori Davis. To be added to completing the pro- ! 0800 663 463. at a Gala Concert on Tuesday night at dents who have worked previously with to the guest list for the gramme one participant emotionally.” Cycle Forward is 7pm, August 20. Ros when she directed musicals there. Article event, RSVP to had been barely able to Ms Davis says Cycle } R | ` It will be part of The Big Sing, New AwaSide Choir competed in the re- [email protected]. walk on a Monday after Forward instructors are Ake initiative and is a Zealand’s largest choral event, which gionals in Palmerston North and are the nz or 0800 663 463. dancing on the weekend. “very responsive with collaboration between has been run by the New Zealand only choir from the Whanganui district Ms Davis says, “We “Now she can quite hap- creating individualised Whanganui District Choral Federation for over 25 years. to make it to the Cadenza section of The warmly welcome peo- pily go for a bike ride programmes, targeting Council, Arthritis New Around 250 secondary school choirs, Big Sing, a remarkable achievement for a ple to join us at Article on Monday and is no ! Zealand and the Whan- comprising some 10,000 singers en- choir formed only this year. Café to hear more about longer having to put her and organising ride ganui Multisport Club. ter regional choir, held in ten centres For the Cadenza they have to sing Cycle Forward. So life on hold because of times that suit partici- The programme is one around the country. The top 24 choirs four songs. They include a piece spe- far we have had two pain from her arthritis.” pants.” hundred percent funded go to the National Finale and a further - groups complete the As well as physi- Once participants by the New Zealand 36 choirs are selected for the Cadenza. ¢ programme and there cal gains, participants Transport Agency The TSB Cadenza is new in 2019 and partially composed by the late Morgan has been some real suc- have enjoyed the social can keep the momen- (NZTA) and Accident will take place over two days in three Simmonds), a gospel song and a Beatles cess stories come out interaction. Mrs Baker tum going by joining a Compensation Cor- centres, blending a formal adjudicated song. The organisers will choose one of of it.” says another participant group of Cycle Forward poration (ACC) and a competition with combined workshops the four to sing at the Gala concert. Cycle Forward In- said until she did the graduates who regularly partnership relationship and culminating in a Gala Concert. Tickets for the Gala Concert are avail- structor, Elaine Baker, programme “she didn’t cycle together. with Horizons Regional Whanganui has been chosen to host the able from the Opera House. Tickets cost says better physi- realise her arthritis had Anyone interested in Council. Lower North Island choirs. $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $5 for kept her quite so isolated registering for the Cy- Ros Armstrong was appointed teacher school age children. improved quality of life and she’s found having cle Forward programme for participants. a group of people to can email lori.davis@
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26 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 ‘Big deal’ tournament at the Wanganui Bridge Club On Saturday and Sun- ers are bridge Grand Mas- larton would be delighted Palmerston North. success since then but day the Wanganui Bridge ters (including four from with this year's turnout The Wanganui Club current Wanganui play- Club is hosting the an- the Wanganui club) and because teams include has the distinction of be- ers who have their names nual Provincial Teams several others are either players from every North ing the inaugural winners attached, are Les Gould competition which this current or past interna- Island Province except of this trophy in 1979. (2010) and Robyn and tional representatives. Northland and the Bay The successful members Don Nightingale (2014). of 22 teams. The event is Established in 1978 as a of Plenty. Jane Lennon, of that team were Beryl Valerie Gardiner (now named in honour of John tribute to a man who had from Christchurch, is the Langston, Kel Smith, in Auckland) also has Fullarton (1908-1978), devoted most of his adult sole representative from Richard Mead and Beryl her name featuring from who was a stalwart of the life for the advancement the South Island. She Ingram. A study of the 2006. New Plymouth bridge of bridge in the Central joins with team mates engravature on the cup Play occupies two days club. Many of the play- Districts region, John Ful- from Wellington and shows only moderate and starts at 12.30pm on Saturday (17th) and runs SITUATIONS VACANT until about 7.30pm. A much earlier start on the Sunday (9am) will bring the competition to an end at about 2.30pm. BUSINESS FOR SALE LAWNMOWING run for sale - Whanganui (not franchise) $9750. Phone 021-0807-4262. FOR SALE
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DECKS, gates, trellis, fencing The Wanganui Golf pergolas, odd jobs. No job too small. Yardiez Maintenance. Club Incorporated, Mobile 0278439392. Give us Clarkson Avenue, a call. Wanganui has made an application to the District WORK Licensing Committee WANTED at Whanganui for the renewal of a Club ANES Cleaning. Need help cleaning your house. Dusting, License in respect of mopping, vacuum, etc. Please the premises situated give me a call on 021 2966845 at Clarkson Avenue, or 06 3488106. Wanganui and known as ‘HOME Cleaning for your busy lifestyle,’ 28 years in business, Wanganui Golf Club. weekly & fortnightly options. The general nature of Call Jase 021 976269, Green Acres. the business conducted HOME Maintenance and shift- under the licence is a ing. House clean-up, gardening, Club. lawn mowing, water-blasting, spout cleaning, de-cluttering. WANTED TO The days on which and Anything considered. Ph Ray the hours during which FIREWOOD 027 2807015. BUY alcohol is sold under MOBILITY Scooters. Sales, FOR SALE PROPERTIES GINZA. Always buying, al- the licence are Sunday service, repair, rental wheel- ways selling. Good used fur- to Thursday, 10.30am AFFORDABLE FOR SALE chairs, walkers, ramps. Call niture, antiques, china and col- $60 a cube for sale. Please Graeme 021 1195118 or (06) to 10.00pm (extended lectables. Call Ginza 345 3154. phone us on 06 3438466. 347 6927. to 11.00pm during LP Records. I buy vinyl. Also PROPERTY Services Whan- the period of daylight books and music CDs and DVD ganui for fences, gates, decks movies. Buyer will call. Book- saving); Friday, FOR RENT and building maintenance. Ph man Ph 021-0289-5342. Saturday and Public 027 9321202. Holidays 10.30am to FREE electricity. Secure, quiet, STUMP Grinding, lawnmow- 12.00 midnight. friendly. Furnished flats and ing, section clearing. Free, no HEALTH & caravans. Bignell Street Motel obligation quote. Clean and BEAUTY The application may be & Caravan Park. Ph. 0800 Tidy Lawnmowing. Phone inspected during ordi- 244 635. 344 2441. JADE Traditional Thai Mas- FRUIT & sage. Excellent massage at ! TO LET reasonable prices. 64 Guyton District Licensing Com- PRODUCE Street. Phone 348 8466 for an FLATTING too expensive? appointment. mittee at 101 Guyton Street, Whanganui. Try a portable cabin. Warm, FRESH vegetables available, JAX Hair Studio. Latest edition comfortable, self-contained open Thursdays, Fridays and GHD in store. Open 6 days, late Any person who is en- sleepout, delivered. Phone/text Saturdays. Laugeson’s Gar- night Thursday. 51A Ridgway 027 450 4965 or (06) 348 7887, dens, Westmere Road. Street. Ph: 3472008. titled to object and who wishes to object to the www.ptlportables.co.nz. issue of the licence FOR LEASE may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication notice in writing of the objection with the Sec- retary of the District Licensing Committee at PO Box 637, Whan- ganui 4540.
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Booking Office Hours: Mon. to Fri. 10am-4pm Booking/service fees apply - no refunds/no exchanges Space Studio & Gallery The Eventual Genius by Cheryl Amos Friday 16 August, 7pm Saturday 17 - cancelled Sunday 18 August, 3pm Adult $15, Senior/Student $10, WN supporter $10
Chamber Music Wanganui Subscription Series The Morton Trio Concert Chamber WWMC, Saturday 17 August, 7.30pm Tony Chen Lin (solo piano) Royal Wanganui Opera House, Friday 20 September, 7.30pm Jacquin Trio Prince Edward Auditorium, Thursday 17 October, 7.30pm Per concert: Adult $35, Senior $32, CMW subscriber $20, Student $5.
NZ Choral Federation The Big Sing Cadenza Gala Concert Tuesday 20 August, 7pm Adult $20, Senior $15, School Age Child $5
Concert Chamber - WWMC Sue Nicholson - Loss, Grief and Healing Friday 30 August, 7pm Age advice 13+ tickets $72.55
A Taste of Ireland The Irish Music and Dance Sensation Thursday 12 September 7.30pm Including fees: Adult $74.90, Senior-Student-Group 8+ $67.90 Child to 13 years $59.90 Whanganui Literary Festival
Literary Quiz Stella Quiz Room PERSONAL Friday 27 September, 6.30pm $10 per person (max 6 per team) FREE, confidential health Joanne Drayton, Albert Belz, Ron Palenski, Fiona checks, STD and HIV screen- Kidman, Paul Cleave, Corey Mosel and Ajax, ing. Outpatients Department, Wanganui Hospital. Monday Tina Makereti, Leah McFall and Thursday from 5pm - 6pm. Concert Chamber WWMC Phone 348 1775. Friday 4 to Sunday 6 October PREGNANT? Worried? Need Tickets $15 per speaker to talk? We care, listen and or Earlybird Season pass $70 (ends Friday 6/09/19) help. Ph. 348 0008 or 0800 Dinner with the Stars PREGNANT 24/7. Oaks Restaurant Cafe and Bar TAKE a break. Bignell Street Saturday 5 October, 6.30pm Motel, two hours, $55. Phone Tickets $45 - numbers limited 0800 244 635. High tea with Amber Rose Pioneer Room WWMC Sunday 6 October, 3pm LAWNMOWING Tickets $30 - numbers limited
AFFORDABLE lawns, great Belmont Golf Club quality service, great price. After 5 with Marilyn Waring Pensioner rates available. Call Friday 11 October, 5pm Paul on 021 245 4999. Ticket $40
The Boss - Bruce Springsteen Tribute Show Saturday 16 November, 7.30pm Includes fees: earlybird tickets $55 From 4 September: tickets $65 PUBLIC VEHICLES The Bee Gees - Night Fever Tuesday 19 November, 8.00pm NOTICES FOR SALE Including fees: Adults $76.50, Group 6+ $71.50, Child to 12 years $35.50 WHANGANUI Sound 027- MERCEDES Benz C180 2644-399 (Community Event Kompressor 2006. Approx. Imperial Russian Ballet Services). Not in the book. 118000kms. Very good Swan Lake Find us at www.findit.nz the condition. $6500 ono. Ph: Thursday 28 November, 7.30pm free online directory or at www. 0272000209. Premium & A Reserve seating onlineservices.nz Including fees: Adult $95.75 - $85.75 Senior/Student/Group 6+ $85.75 - $75.75 ONLINE PETS AND Child U18 $65.75 - $55.75 SERVICES Family 2A+ 2C $303.00 - $263.00 LIVESTOCK Book early for the best seats. Gift vouchers available. CHECK out www.onlineser- vices.nz. Just click the link for DOG grooming at Pet Dog the wanted site. School. All breeds, all styles River City Press - OVER 11,000 users at Whan- from simple to stunning. Get ganui News Online. Find us at the look you want. Ph: (06) Locally owned & operated www.onlineservices.nz 345 2553. RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 29 Inversion Therapy - Teeter hang ups
A Day on Flora MacKillop Liturgy - Josephite Women ` ` >©> >©© @ >© ^ ! £ ~ ! ¢ ` @ >©£X \ on 345 5047 ext 3, or email [email protected]. ^ " ` @ ` Retreat in Inner Peace and Divine Love - Week 2 of 5 the Cross was the eldest of their eight children. From Bring pen and notebook for journaling. Thursday, 15 promising beginnings, family and fortunes declined, ^ ! Q ©¨?X ¥[ ! \ demanding of Flora courage, patience and forbearance. * _ ~ ! ¢ Her deep faith and trust in God sustained her through on 345 5047 ext 3, or email [email protected]. the poverty, hardship and times of homelessness when Seminar: Getting to Know the Bible she and her family depended on relatives for a home. Better While St Mary acknolwedged her mother’s example 7.30pm, Tuesdays, in the Christadelphian Hall, Q >?© | ~ [X R Q ^ ! Q@ ! \ \ R ^ her chidlren for the glory of God’. A challenge to us welcome. Supper and opportunity to chat. Sponsored by Dave demonstrating the teeter, inversion therapy all. Saturday, 17 August, 1.30 - 4pm, $10 with Therese Wanganui Christadelphians. For more about us: www. Dave and Nancy Hare by the force of gravity. present most of the time McConway rsj. To Register please call Pam on 345 5047 thisisyourbible.com, or phone 342 7726. started Inversion New As back pain is one of for a longer period. I ext 3, or email [email protected]. St Vincent de Paul Winter Sale Zealand 12 years ago and the most common of all have had it for about six Alcoholics Anonymous All clothes and shoes $1. Additional specials. 217 ! Q ¢ physical complaints, it is ¢ X©XX [[ QQ < ! Victoria Ave. Starts Monday 19 August. Expos’ around the country. understandable that there paracetamol of some help maybe we can help. AA Wanganui area meeting list: “Supporting Grief” Winter Wonderfest After putting a full page was considerable interest and have tried a number @ @ \ } _ > } The Compassionate Friends Bereaved Parents Grief advert in the RCP and at the Expo in Whanganui. of alternative techniques @ ! ¨ ` Support Whanganui will host. Monday, 19 August hearing that I had sciatica, I spoke with some wait- including specialised ex- ` @ ` Q ?X ¨ >[ ?X 7:30-9:30pm. 75 St Hill St. Mothers, grandmothers, he suggested I come along ing for their turn on the ercises but without long @ \ } _ > } @ sisters who have lost a child, grandchild, siblings, are to check out the Teeter Ta- teeter or had come back term success. Thus my ! ¨ @ } R _ ?£ welcome. Beth Dixon, local counsellor will facilitate. ble which provides the in- after having tried it out interest. ` @ _ Q ?X ¨ @ \ Also, “Tear Soup” a recipe for healing after loss. Soup version. the day before. Dave and Dave mentioned a local } _ > } @ ! | ~ ! ¢ X The advert claims that Nancy made it clear that doctor having just bought Q ?X ¨ ^ ^ ª [ 3443345. “Inversion helps to re- it wasn’t a miracle one- a teeter. I knew him well @ Q ?X | } ! Theosophy Whanganui lieve back pain, neck pain, ! so phoned him up. He >[ ?X ¢ XX© £[ [ Exploring spiritual development, philosophy, religion, muscle tension, stimulate preferably 30 minutes plus Art Exhibition - Fiona Thomas Paint Clay science and the arts. We have a small library, study - per day would help repair and decided to give the & More groups and regular public discussions. Second Sunday prove posture and increase and thereafter provide the teeter a go. When I men- ~ | ©© ¢ ^ ! > @ monthly, 2pm. Back river entrance Community Arts " P maintenance needed. tioned this to a friend, 1, Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 4:30pm. _ > ª _ X[> [>[?©> A brochure handed out There was a lot of medi- she said that they had one Arthritis Whanganui [email protected]. at the Expo states the fol- cal explanations, probably but they had no room to The next evening meeting is on Wednesday, 21 August The Sound of Healing with Jaqui Barrett lowing: beyond that the average store it while doing house Q?X Q@ !R ~ ^ Saturday 17 August, 11am to 4pm. 75 St Hill Street. $60. # < - person could take in on renovations and would } ^ Preregistration required. This workshop shows how to vide care and feeding for the spot. There is plenty of be more than happy if Arthritis New Zealand - title “Newly Diagnosed with include rhythm based activities for rehabilitation and the discs. “While inverted, information on google to we looked after it. So I’m ^ P ! ! _ \ + X[>>?£© ! you are able to reverse sift through before buying. about to try it out. ^ < ! * + ;! the downward pressure I was interested mainly = you buy your own refreshments on arrival. The speaker on your discs, helping the because of sciatica. This on www.inversionnz. Vietnam Veterans Day discs to recover and regain is where a disk puts pres- co.nz/agenda. There is an ©XX ^ ¢ ! To commemorate Vietnam Veterans Day, a parade will ! ] X ?£X£[© lost moisture.” sure on the sciatica nerve Expo this weekend, Au- be held at the Cenotaph on Friday, 16 August at 11.30am # < leading to pain, normally ! >Q>© ¢ - followed by a social gathering at the RSA, Club Metro. At Wisdom is Yours - Wellbeing Centre circulation and accelerates down one leg, with a focus erston North Bridge Club, Wanganui Women’s Club the cleansing of blood and on the hip or calf muscle. 2 Cook St from 10am to Open Night this Thursday, 15 August, 7pm - Annual General Meeting. 39 Ingestre Street, Wanganui. “Demonstration of Clairvoyance”. $5 fundraiser for It can come and go or be 4pm. [X ^ ! [ ^! ^ ! ¨ ` # < the Women’s Network. Guided Meditation, Saturdays ^|` [> ^ ! [X>©¨ ` 10:30am. Teen Meditation, 13 - 19 yo, Wednesday " ! ^ !¨ ] ¨ ~ [¨ ^ # < 3:45pm open to all. Gold coin donation. 200b Victoria ^ ¨ | ^ ¢ X ?£XX[ X[Q[?>©© ! !
Castlecliff Coast Care Community Planting Day Sunday, 25 August Sports Talk 10.30am to 12.30pm The Orchardist's With lunch to follow. Meet at the Duncan Pavilion. with Mark Dawson Daughter – Karen Planting will be on the rear dunes, using plants Viggers supplied by WDC and Parnell Nursery. Come dressed Having been sports Mountain Man from Sixteen-year-old appropriately for the weather, strong shoes required and editor on the Whanganui Whanganui” – who Miki has grown up gloves can be a good idea. Please bring your spade and Chronicle, I knew the won the world title in isolated on an ap- any old newspaper you have. A chance to contribute River City had an im- the United States in the ple orchard, until an _ pressive sporting tradi- 1950s. unexpected event _ | X[Q [[[©?Q© tion. But naturally enough, shatters her family. Clairvoyance Demonstration In fact, during my ten- the mayor’s discourse Eighteen months Clairvoyance, philosophy and healing at the Wanganui ure as editor, just prior to started at the river with later, she and her Spiritual and Awareness Centre. Our Speaker this week the 2016 Rio Olympics, the tale of how four is Phil Bartle from Auckland. 25 Tawa Street, Wanganui. the Chron reported that Whanganui rowers are running a small @ R Q ^ _ } Whanganui was New formed the backbone of business in a timber ! ~ ?£ ?X© Zealand’s most success- the NZ Expeditionary Mark Dawson town. When Miki Community Drumming Whanganui ful Olympic city, having Forces eight that com- } - Friday fortnightly 6pm at 75 St Hill Street. Suitable for produced more medals peted on Britain’s famed § ¢ ¨ !- er outsider, things complete beginners. No experience necessary. We learn per head of population Henley water just after gest outsider to win the slowly begin to traditional rhythms and we play them together. $5. Text than anywhere else in World War I in a boat Melbourne Cup, Wo- change - she starts \ + X[> >?£© ! Aotearoa. built in Putney. tan at 100-1, was from to uncover the truth is fun! Facebook@Community Drumming Whanganui. But I was still sur- That boat is now on ! ¨ - of her past and also discovers her strength and spirit. prised when I attended show at the Whanganui bley Park is the only State of the union: A marriage in ten parts - Nick Country Road Variety Music Group Mayor Hamish McD- Regional Museum. place in New Zealand Hornby Now held 1st and 3rd Sundays each month at Club ouall’s talk on our sport- Whanganui’s champi- with 14 full-sized soc- A heart breaking, funny and honest look at the inside ` > XX ¥? } ing heritage last week to ons come in all shapes cer pitches. of a marriage falling apart and the lengths a couple will - $10. Bar snacks available. All welcome, especially learn just how deep the and sizes and often in And, of course, we ! " singers and visitors. cut-and-thrust of com- the more unconvention- have the oldest sporting How death becomes life: Notes from a transplant Experience the Sound of Soul: petition runs here. al events – try cowboy club in the country – the surgeon - Joshua D. Mezrich Sing HU, a sacred sound and ancient mantra, to expand Delivered as part of !¨ «_ ! \ _ Gripping and evocative, Dr Mezrich takes us inside your awareness and bring spiritual insight. Enjoy Whanganui Heritage ! !¨ - I don’t know if the the operating room and presents the stark dilemmas conversation with others of like mind. Sunday 2:00 - Month, Mr McDouall ing and wool handling. mayor’s talk was part that transplant surgeons face daily. In this intimate, 3:00pm, Conference Rm, 1st Floor Community House, provided an entertain- The stories came thick of an extremely subtle, profoundly moving work, he examines more than one 60 Ridgway St. For more information ph. 344 7057. ing kaleidoscope of lo- and fast – the farmer if somewhat obscure hundred years of remarkable medical breakthroughs, cal sporting history – the who, one Saturday morn- election campaign, but connecting this fascinating history with the stories of ¨ ! it certainly got my vote. his own patients. Friends of the Whanganui River ¨ one of the holes at the Any correspondence ` ! ¢ ` @ The Healthy Slow Cooker - Ross Dobson as far as I know only) Mangamahu golf club to this column can be >Q ^ ! [XX £?X < } ! Everyone's favourite set-and-forget device gets a wrestling world cham- because it was on his directed to email: riv- St Pauls Presbyterian Church, Corner Guyton & healthy makeover with over 100 recipes you'll want to pion. ¨ ! \ [email protected] Cooks Street. Entry - $2.00 members, $4.00 non- cook again and again. The latter was Pat Wilson lost 15 cricket which will be passed on members. For more details see our website - www. These books are available at all good bookstores, and O’Connor – aka “the balls hitting sixes at to Mark. friendsofthewhanganuiriver.co ! } 30 - RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 RIVER CITY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2019 - 31 Ritesh & Bruce Whanganui’s trusted real estate opinion! WHANGANUI
Property Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 Ritesh Verma 027 577 7938 Office 06 281 3721 Bruce McGhie 027 333 2587 Future opportunity $199,000 Kilmore $925,000 WEB ID WGU69631 WEB ID WGU67991 WHANGANUI EAST ST JOHNS HILL 58C Wembley Place 147 Great North Road Located on the edge of urban Whanganui this property One of Whanganui's most outstanding properties, is an opportunity for the future. Situated on a rear "Kilmore" is a commanding presence on a large section section at the end of a cul-de-sac, this property is the on St Johns Hill. The formal gardens give you a hint of middle of three. There is a three bedroom house on one the style and elegance that lies beyond the wrought side of the section leaving room to build another house iron gated entrance. The perfect blend of classic villa and garaging for both - a great portfolio investment! and French antique, this former farmhouse has been The section is fenced and the rewards are yours for the breathtakingly renovated from the matai floors to the picking. The property is currently rented at $180pw, solid rimu ceilings, the lattice windows and the original total rates $2,494.29 - do your sums, and call us now! fret work; all have been enhanced by the careful VIEW By Appointment attention to detail. VIEW By Appointment
Ritesh Verma Ritesh Verma Mobile 027 577 7938 Mobile 027 577 7938 Office 06 281 3721 Office 06 281 3721 Home 06 345 6006 Home 06 345 6006 5 [email protected] [email protected] 3 2 Bruce McGhie Bruce McGhie Mobile 027 333 2587 Mobile 027 333 2587 NEW LISTING [email protected] 1 [email protected] 4 Modern luxury $719,000 Perfectly pretty $449,000 WEB ID WGU69480 WEB ID WGU68465 ST JOHNS HILL WHANGANUI EAST 13 Webster Place 124 Anzac Parade The ultimate in modern luxury, this four bedroom home Inside and out, this property has been perfectly is positioned in a private setting away from the hustle maintained and is a home you will be proud of. From and bustle. Step through the front door into a large the white picket fence and the delightful gardens, to entrance hallway and through double doors to the open the generous living area and bedrooms, this property is plan kitchen, dining and living. This light and airy living beautifully presented. The modern kitchen enjoys views area creates a great family gathering space. In the over the back garden and opens into the dining area, summer months, open the doors to the entertaining which in turn flows directly to the large lounge. Just patio and the garden beyond and let the fun continue. down the hall is the formal entrance and a nook for The bedrooms are all a good size. reading or a home office. The main bedroom VIEW By Appointment incorporates a bay window. VIEW By Appointment
Ritesh Verma Ritesh Verma Mobile 027 577 7938 Mobile 027 577 7938 Office 06 281 3721 Office 06 281 3721 Home 06 345 6006 4 Home 06 345 6006 3 [email protected] [email protected] 2 1 Bruce McGhie Bruce McGhie Mobile 027 333 2587 Mobile 027 333 2587 [email protected] 2 [email protected] 1 Large character home $370,000 Modern chic $295,000 WEB ID WGU69049 WEB ID WGU69790 GONVILLE WHANGANUI EAST 13 Mason Terrace 81 Wakefield Street This four bedroom villa will surprise you! Sitting quietly We are not kidding when we tell you every detail in this in a corner of Mason Terrace the home offers two lovely family home has been taken care of. Sitting generously sized living areas, one opening to the front quietly on a corner section, you would be forgiven for deck and the other to the rear deck and private not noticing it, but we are giving you the opportunity to backyard - so no matter where the sun is you can find a step inside and let the clean, calm modern interior of spot to relax or entertain. The kitchen is central to both this home wash over you. Tastefully decorated living areas creating a great space for family or throughout, this three bedroom home is insulated, kept functions. The modern black and white bathroom is in warm with gas heating and has outdoor living for the keeping with the character of the house and there is a summer months. The kitchen is delightfully modern. second shower. VIEW By Appointment VIEW By Appointment
Ritesh Verma Ritesh Verma Mobile 027 577 7938 Mobile 027 577 7938 Office 06 281 3721 Office 06 281 3721 Home 06 345 6006 4 Home 06 345 6006 3 [email protected] [email protected] 2 1 Bruce McGhie Bruce McGhie Mobile 027 333 2587 Mobile 027 333 2587 [email protected] 1 [email protected] 1 1940s glamour $495,000 Jumpstart family life $269,000 WEB ID WGU69441 WEB ID WGU69647 WHANGANUI EAST WHANGANUI EAST 155 Anzac Parade 26 Burton Avenue A beautifully presented home and garden, sitting on an What a great start for your family! Tastefully updated elevated site with direct views to the river is an with new carpets and drapes throughout, this solid opportunity not to be missed! Solidly built and covering 1950s home enjoys gas hot water, an HRV system and two levels, this home has the perfect layout for a family. ceiling and underfloor insulation. Currently configured On the lower level is a bedroom with its own lounge. as a three bedroom home, you could easily reclaim the Venture up the stairs and be "wowed" by the attention lounge room and return to the original two bedroom to detail - polished floor boards, glossy tiles, feature layout. The low maintenance exterior is a bonus, giving timbers, quality fabrics - the list goes on. Upstairs the you more time to spend in the easy-care garden or out main lounge has uninterrupted views to the river. and about at the weekends. Located close to the shops and schools. VIEW By Appointment
Ritesh Verma Ritesh Verma Mobile 027 577 7938 Mobile 027 577 7938 Office 06 281 3721 Office 06 281 3721 Home 06 345 6006 4 Home 06 345 6006 2 [email protected] [email protected] 1 1 Bruce McGhie Bruce McGhie Mobile 027 333 2587 Mobile 027 333 2587 [email protected] 2 [email protected] 1 pb.co.nz
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