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Linking China, Landing a big one New Zealand Deputy Consul General Commercial in China, Glen Murphy is guest speaker at the Black marlin a big catch for team of fishing mates meeting of the Continuing Education Group on BY DEAN TAYLOR Wednesday, March 21. Glen leads a 70-strong team A highlight of the Kawhia Boat- ing and Angling Club’s annual to help individuals and Kawhia One Base Tournament companies to establish held on the weekend was John businesses and compete in Warburton’s black marlin landed what has become the world’s on day one. most dynamic commercial As well as being an almost market. 200kg specimen, it was a rare sight Find out more about life and because it is the first black marlin business in China. All welcome. ever weighed in at Kawhia, as well See ad in today’s paper or as the first black marlin caught in phone 870 3223 for more New Zealand this season. information. It earned John and his crew the main prize, and they also won the Spiritual fair boat prize for the three days, with The Maniapoto Spiritual 260 points. Wellness Fair is coming to Te Te Awamutu Courier’s former Awamutu Sports, 420 Albert manager was on his boat Ricochet Park, this Sunday from 10am to with his mates, and longstanding 4pm. fishing crew of Mike Flynn and There will be energy Rick Dempsey. Their preparation was hardly healing, readings by text-book. clairvoyants, crystals, oracle Mike had grabbed some of the cards, himalayan salt lamps, new, but untested by him, Bonze aloe vera products, manuka Lures as he left his shop — honey products and more. Saltwater Sports Fishing in Te The fair is free entry but Awamutu — because he thought bring cash to purchase they might be worth a try. TC150218JW products. And then even after they had GREAT Visit facebook.com/ launched and motored out an teamwork was maniapotospiritualcafe/ engine issue brought them back the key to for some repairs. landing Help needed Undeterred they set out again Kawhia’s first The Pirongia Te Aroaro o and were fishing in 52m off ever black Kahu Restoration Society is Marokopa when the black marlin marlin, leading a nationally-significant hooked up. according to project for kokako at John set himself up on the angler John Okahukura, Northern Pureora relatively light gear — The Heat Warburton Forest. Bonze Lure with a size 9 hook — (centre) and Volunteers are required to for the battle while Mike took the his long-time wheel. mates Mike clear bait stations this weekend. With a previous best gamefish Flynn and If you are interested in of a 107kg tuna, John knew he had Rick volunteering contact something big. Dempsey. [email protected] or It took two hours to bring the 027 324 8195 marlin to the boat, but even then “It really is a team effort that Sharon are thinking about having weather forecast for those days they weren’t sure what they had. makes this fishing possible,” he the head mounted. was not very favourable, it didn’t Rodeo tix The fish was tail wrapped so says. “We’ve been together a while, Kawhia Boating and Angling eventuate and the boats were able We had a wrong price in the there was no thought of a tag and so everyone knows what to do.” Club Commodore Sheryl Vazey to get out on all days. previous edition — this release. And the crew couldn’t get He says it was exciting at the says the black marlin was a “We had to close off our entries Saturday's R & R Ltd Relief the fish fully aboard, so they time — but it didn’t really set in fantastic way to start an amazing several days before the tourna- Drivers Waikato Rodeo at couldn’t make a positive identifi- until the next day. tournament. ment, as it was full.” Kihikihi Domain adult ticket cation until it was landed for “Some of the aches and pain set “We had 70 boats and 236 Sheryl credited the success of price is $20. Kids are $5, under weigh-in. in about then as well,” he says. anglers entered into our Kawhia the tournament to the support of 5 free. John credits his team with The marlin is being smoked One Base Tournament.” sponsors and entrants. ensuring they landed the black and will feed lots of friends and “The tournament was held over marlin. family, and John and his wife three days, and although the ■ Continued page 3
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14,045 In response to Taranaki- conditions, unable to leave them be revived. Workers We have, since the intro- King Country MP Barbara for a brighter prospect be- now have to swallow what- duction of the ERA, come to a Kuriger’s column, the cause of that law? ever is put in front of them or place of domination by em- 14,045* changes to employment law In raising the minimum suffer the consequences. ployers and now those hoping CIRCULATION 14,045* so far have been far milder wage, perhaps our shameful While I do agree that to support themselves and than many might have hoped. statistic of one in three chil- where once, if the union del- their families, surviving only It is good the 90-day fiasco dren living below the poverty egate’s tea was lukewarm at at their mercy. is drawing to an end. Has line will finally reduce. the Wiri car plant then all car Every person deserves dig- anyone in the National Party As for our all but deceased production in New Zealand nity and the opportunity to ever considered what it might unions, struck a near mortal shut down, the tide has not better themselves and their be like to be trapped in a dead blow by the Employment just turned but receded be- station in life. end job, with poor terms and Contracts Act 1991, please let yond the horizon. MARK SIMSON Water costs are going up [email protected] Taking and giving out
I read in the What’s Not Hot fruit and vegetables from After getting his Mock an allowance for maintenance “People taking big amounts of rotting. These products help Water Invoice, Bernard of the meters, the cost of [email protected] produce from the Sharing with, among other things, the Westerbaan says that he is administering the invoices Shed”. Maybe I’m one of those Monday 5pm Meal Outreach — a going to ask Waipa District and separate income. The cost [email protected] people as I take from it more voluntary ministry. Council why the cost of water of extracting and distributing than I give to it. This Outreach meal that’s per litre has dramatically gone the water has not changed. [email protected] Whenever passing I stop at open to all, served from the up compared to its previous The question I would ask the sharing shed and take some Anglican Church lounge, can notified price. council is “If we are having to of the garden and fruit tree range from half a dozen people There is no need — I can tell reduce water consumption produce etc. to over 20 attending who enjoy, him. now due to lack of resources, Some I give to people not able and are thankful for their main The cost has gone up to why are you gloating over the to visit the shed often. The meal and pudding. recoup the cost of the water prospect of more housing in Te remainder I use to make pickles, We are grateful to Shaun meters, the cost of installation, Awamutu and Kihikihi?” [email protected] jams, stewed fruit and also deep O’Dea and his wife for their the cost of reading said meters, GEOFF BOXELL freeze some. dream which they turned into a In the recent hot and humid Sharing Shed, a great benefit. weather I have saved blemished BARBARA LINTON Keep on giving from the heart
In her recent Courier letter shed for goods. Car parks available for seniors Florence Stevenson Do these people know what [email protected] comments on the Sharing happens to the goods that I would like to let our senior much for your thoughtfulness. Shed — “I’ve heard from were taken by the frequent folk know there are now four These spaces were much people that they no longer visitors? new labelled senior car parks needed by our older residents drop anything at the shed as Just what one’s ears hear, outside Sanders Pharmacy and and visitors and it makes people sit in their car nearby and just what one’s eyes see, Mahoe Medical Centre at the access much easier. You have just waiting for something to is often insufficient input to Mega Centre shopping com- made our shopping experience be put there.” make an informed judgment. plex. On behalf of all our that much more enjoyable. How sad that these people Giving unconditionally seniors in Te Awamutu and HAZEL BARNES stop giving and deprive the from the heart is what giving surrounds we would like to Te Awamutu Grey Power ones in need because one or is really all about. thank the management very chairwoman two people may frequent the ANNE MACKIE 2016 WHENYOURADVICE IS REALLYGOOD, EVERYONE LISTENS.
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Two marlin were weighed in this year. John’s black marlin BUYING OR officially weighed 198.5kg and another Te Awamutu crew of angler Wayne SELLING? Korkie, with Paul Ensor at the wheel of Lite Em Contact Up, weighed in a 101.5kg striped marlin for second. David McGuire There were three mar- lin tagged and released 027 472 2572 and the prizes were drawn — first was Emmerson Bourne, John Wooten second and third Richard Small. 38B Main Road, Tirau There were also 80 sharks tagged and www.ruralandlifestylesales.com released during the tournament. There were no sharks, kingfish or mahimahi weighed in and these TC150218PH prizes were all drawn. TRIP for two to Rarotonga winner Paula Hirst of Te Awamutu (right) received ATTENTION The heaviest snapper her prize package from Sue Fletcher-Vea, owner of Manuia Beach Resort in was caught by Sue Crake Rarotonga. surfcasting off Ocean Beach. It weighed Carr (720g), 2; Roger Mita two charters for two Awamutu. 10.805kg. (710g), 3. Juniors: Kylah people on Marlin Queen Sue’s sister Diane LANDLORDS Second was Trevor McCabe, 1; Lockie Griffin, Charters private charter Ioapa, and her husband Morris (8.060kg) and 2; Lachlan McCabe, 3. Strike Time, and five Junior, own Marlin third Shane Smith Kylah’s heaviest fish was nights accommodation at Queen Charters and Tom Ownapropertyyouwanttorentout? (7.455kg). an 8.725kg snapper. Manuia Beach Resort. is a skipper for the couple. Other results were: Each day of the tourna- Drawing the prize The sisters are origin- Kahawai: Ricky Flexman ment four names were from the final 12 was Sue ally from hamilton, and Having problems with your rental? (3.075kg), 1; Neal Dempsey drawn to be in to win the Fletcher-Vea, owner with Diane also lived in Te (3.070kg), 2; Scott McCabe main prize of a trip for husband Tom of Manuia Awamutu for some years, (3.055kg), 3. Gurnard: two to Rarotonga, includ- Beach Resort. The winner before they shifted to the Roger Mita (820g), 1; Merv ing airfares and taxes, was Paula Hirst of Te Cook Islands 12 years ago. Exciting times ahead says MP
National Party MP for Taranaki/King Country 221117GN11BOP Barbara Kuriger was as FORMER prime minister surprised as everyone and leader of the else when her leader Bill opposition Bill English English announced his is stepping down from departure from politics politics to have more to the National caucus on time with his family and Tuesday morning. pursue “new personal She said she was “in and professional awe” of what Bill English challenges”. Contact the Property achieved and hoped the caucus could continue that good work, especi- Management Specialists ally in the financial field and social investment. “Bill used to say if you Yvonne or Ashley can measure something, TC121217BARBARA you can manage it and TARANAKI/King you will go a lot further,” Country MP Barbara 027 857 7385 or 07 871 7189 says Barbara. Kuriger says there are “His expertise, work- exciting times ahead. ing alongside his leader John Key, got us through effort in social invest- losing such an experi- the National caucus the Global Financial ment and I would love to enced leader, but also chooses their own leader. Crisis and made a huge see us continue that exciting for the future of That will take place impact on our ability to work and implement the party to move for- on Tuesday, February 27 recover from the Christ- some of his pro- ward with a new leader when Bill English’s church Earthquake. grammes.” towards 2020. resignation from Parlia- “Bill made a huge She says it is sad to be Unlike other parties, ment takes effect. Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 4 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, February 15, 2018 ■ LETTERS TO THE EDITOR WHAT’S HOT Defending the rule of law vital for all
Our society and our democracy are evasion and erosion. And punish a freedom for all, but justice for all. WHAT’S NOT built upon the bedrock principles of deplorable few who flout the law and Those at the top must be as account- equality and the rule of law. show no regard for the property of able to the law, as those at the bottom. Laws are written to protect and others, as they seek to pillage and steal As we head towards the 2019 Local defend the rights of the individual, but what is not theirs. Government Elections and 2020 Gen- HOT can often infringe upon our privacy We can only have a society with eral Election, we must elect lawmakers ■ The two KFC workers who pushed and what we consider to be our funda- freedom and liberty for all, if we have who will be unwavering in their de- our car out of the drive-thu when it mental freedoms. strong laws that respect and defend the fence of the rule of law and ensure that overheated. This is why we need lawmakers who rights of the individual. it continues to protect and punish all place “thou shalt not kill”, “thou shalt For too long we have seen our laws people equally. ■ Four Te Awamutu College Year 12 not steal” and laws that protect against implemented fearfully for the sake of We are one nation with one treaty, lads who came to my aid loading abuse and exploitation, at the pinnacle political correctness. one people and one law. Let us stand heavy boxes into my car. of the legal pyramid. And yes, while we are a compassion- arm in arm, as one people, united in A strong society is one predicated on ate and broad-minded people, we must defence of the rule of law and in pursuit ■ A great setup and friendly people the equal enforcement of the law. We also be a just people. of justice and freedom for all. at the car restraint check. They must defend the rule of law from The Kiwi dream depends on not only LUKE EAST amended my car seat setup without me feeling like a bad mum. ■ The RSA for hosting the brilliant Beach Boys and others tribute. Community Board backs e-waste NOT ■ Dog owners who don’t clean up their pet’s turds. recycling day for Te Awamutu ■ Recycle collectors who leave bottles and cans all over the road. Te Awamutu residents can give you a free coffee. going to the landfill is a great ment Trust (SWAT) where it is ■ say goodbye to unwanted com- Council’s waste minimis- result,” she says. processed. People speeding along Leslie St in puters, microwaves, fridges ation officer Sally Fraser said Te Awamutu Community SWAT provides accommo- Kihikihi. Slow down. and other electronics at a one- all e-waste is stripped down to Board is subsidising the cost of dation, support and employ- ■ Someone mowing the road verge off community collection day recover and recycle the in- each item to make it more ment for disadvantaged people held in Te Awamutu on Satur- dividual parts. affordable for Waipa residents, and those with disabilities in on Parklands Rd in the rain and day, March 3. “It can be hard to know a decision chairman Gary the South Waikato district. spraying wet and slippery grass onto Any electronics with a plug what to do with some of the Derbyshire said was a “no- This is a one-off event in Te at least half of the road surface. or a battery can be dropped off bigger electronic items that brainer”. Awamutu, but Fraser said at the event for $5 or $10 are no longer useful,” Sally “We appreciate that it’s a Council would be interested to depending on the item. says. bit tricky to know what to do run something similar again if TEXT: write TAC HOT or TAC NOT then your opinion. Smaller pieces of equip- “But the reality is there is a with your e-waste, particularly there is a demand for it. Send to 021 241 4568 ment like a computer mouse, lot that can be done with the large items like a fridge,” he For more information electric jug or mobile phone different parts. says. about what electronics can be are free. “Leaded glass from tele- “By subsidising the cost we recovered and the cost visit EMAIL: write HOT or NOT then your opinion. The family-friendly event vision and computer screens are making it easier and hope- waipadc.govt.nz/e-waste Send to [email protected] will include music and free can be processed and made fully encouraging more people recycling activities for chil- into bathroom tiles and metal to recycle their e-waste.” ■ The e-waste community DELIVER: write HOT or NOT then your opinion. dren. can be melted down for reuse. Once collected, the e-waste collection day is at 214 Churchill If you bring an e-waste item “Anything we can do to is sent to community organisa- Street, Te Awamutu, on Saturday, Drop into our offi ce 97 Sloane Street along, Serenda Espresso will prevent these electronics from tion South Waikato Achieve- March 3 from 10am to 1pm. Don’t Wait To Get That Look 2 Get a consultation along with 50 units of botox for only $300. Saturday appointments are now available so get in quick to secure yours. CALL US TODAY ON 07 871 7432 Offer fi nishes end of March. 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TC050315DT04 ULYSSES Motorcycle Club members Graham Smith (left) and Lou Brown encourage Alexandra Street motorists to support the Child Cancer Foundation at their 30th anniversary of the annual fundraising event back in 2015.
The Waikato Ulysses fun day to children with cancer, according to Child Motorcycle Club and the cancer and their families Cancer Foundation. Child Cancer Foundation and raise vital funds to help When a child is are hosting a charity ride the families long-term. diagnosed with cancer, it is on Sunday, February 25. The event annual was a traumatic, stressful and The Guardians and formerly a toy run, but expensive time for the Angels Charity Ride starts please note toys will not be whole family. at Te Awamutu’s Selwyn accepted this year. Child Cancer Foun- Park at 11.30am and This year’s event will dation provides strength finishes at the University of include event ambassadors and comfort to families Waikato — Gate 10. like Nixon, who was impacted by cancer. A gala fundraiser event diagnosed with acute The money raised will be held at Selwyn Park lymphocytic leukaemia at through fundraising is from 9am before the run age three and underwent used to support local chil- and in Hamilton after the three years of chemo- dren with cancer and their run. therapy and steroid treat- families. There will be entertain- ment. Donations go towards a ment, stalls, food, coffee, Nixon has now been off variety of practical, prizes and event medication for about a emotional and social sup- ambassadors. year, but will continue to port services. Riders and pillions are receive check-ups until age Child Cancer Foun- required to dress up as 18. dation receives no direct movie or children’s char- Every week more than funding from the govern- acters. three children in New Zea- ment and relies entirely on The event aims to gift a land are diagnosed with the generosity of Kiwis. Songs released for children
Bananas, apples and When Tony returned to raspberries are just some New Zealand a year ago he of the fruit Tony Wyeth noticed much of children’s sings about in Sing Along music content still comes With Tony: Little Car- from overseas. rot’s Friends. He’s hoping to change The Te Pahu actor/ that by offering children’s musician has released his music produced in New first album and launched a Zealand. YouTube channel for chil- Tony now lives in Te dren. Pahu with his wife and Sing Along With sons, who are 10 and 8, and Tony: Little Carrot’s works at Te Pahu Primary Friends is packed with 10 School as a teacher aid delightful songs for chil- and drum teacher. dren. His YouTube chan- He produces and nel features quirky music records music videos in videos released every two his spare time — some- weeks. times roping his sons into Tony was prompted to scenes. produce his first album Tony says music and start a YouTube chan- greatly benefits children’s nel after travelling language and physical through France TC150218TONYWYETH development. performing songs to TE PAHU actor/musician “Through songs chil- French school children. Tony Wyeth. dren learn and retain sen- The album is based on tences with verbs, new an eBook used in schools throughout vocabulary, expressions and word France — Les P’tits ZiBooks by Pascale stress,” he says. Rival. “A lot of the songs I perform have Tony says the music was well-received actions, which bring in muscle memory, by the French children and teachers. embedding the new knowledge even “In the show, the first thing the further in their brains. children would see as they arrived was “Learning songs in a group helps train me, sitting on a treasure chest, gently their ears to listen closely to the sounds playing my acoustic guitar. of new words and to learn new melody. It “That instantly set the tone. Their increases aural perception and exposes eyes would light up, all their attention children to wider culture associated with was on the guitar and me — it fascinates the various genres of music out there.” children. “When I sang their eyes would get ■ Hear Tony’s songs at even wider. I had their attention and singalongwithtony.com and view his music respect.” videos at tinyurl.com/ybxsh3ee 6 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, February 15, 2018 Authors captured in Hospital regains its accreditation portrait exhibition Waikato DHB is being re- ment’,” she said. accredited for training registrars Dr Narena Dudley, clinical (also known as junior doctors) in unit leader of obstetrics and BY BETHANY ROLSTON its Women’s Health service, sub- gynaecology at the DHB, added ject to formal ratification by the that regaining RANZCOG ac- Among the thousands of books board of the Royal Australian creditation is recognition of the in the Te Awamutu Library are 43 and NZ College of Obstetricians many extra hours of direct on- portraits of New Zealand authors. and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG). site supervision by the senior The exhibition, titled 43 NZ The DHB had its accreditation medical officers, to provide a safe Authors, features portrait photo- withdrawn in December 2015 supported learning environment graphs and blurbs of some of the because of the lack of a collabora- for registrars and high quality country’s best writers. tive team structure, a poor work- care for the women of Waikato The photos were taken by New place culture and variable con- and their whanau. Zealand photo journalist Maja sultant support for trainees. “It’s also recognition of the Moritz, who was asked by DPA A taskforce led by com- considerable investment into the Picture Alliance, a German press missioner Tanya Maloney was department by the DHB to im- agency, to photograph Kiwi appointed early in 2016 to trans- proving staffing and resources in authors at the 2012 Frankfurt form the DHB’s obstetric and all areas,” she said. Book Fair in Germany. gynaecological services with the “This is just the beginning, as “There was no particular selec- aim of regaining the accredita- we will continue to improve our tion. I just tried to meet with as tion. services for women with the aim many of the authors who were She said she was thrilled that to be the leading training hos- appointed to go as possible,” Maja all the hard work from the team pital in the country, with says. in Women’s Health had led to the trainees already contacting us Among the faces are Witi service now meeting all the for employment opportunities in Ihimaera, Patricia Grace, Al training standards and regaining the coming year.” Brown, Eleanor Catton and the full RANZCOG accreditation Over the last two years the Annabel Langbein. for another four years. commissioner has led a number There are authors of fiction, TC150218BR02 “This is a really great result of changes in the department non-fiction, graphic novels, cook WAIPA District Council outreach librarian Hannah May checks out for the clinicians and for Wai- including significant changes to books, Ma¯ori poetry and wine some of the authors on display at the Te Awamutu Library. kato Hospital. the leadership team and a new guides. “The members of the training clinical team structure that Some of the authors contri- reach librarian Hannah May works. committee visited yesterday to improves continuity of care for buted a special text or answered agrees. “New Zealand literature is review the service and congratu- women and provides more sup- questions about how they became “The portraits really suit our wonderful,” Hannah says. lated us on a ‘fantastic turn- port for registrars. authors, what they love about space here,” she says. “These are our stories and they around’, stating that we could Tanya said the RANZCOG writing most and what they would “It’s good to put faces to the need to be told. We’ve got a great expect our formal accreditation committee members had also recommend to someone who names of authors whose work wealth of talent in New Zealand in the next few months. told the DHB they may have wishes to become an author. you’ve read. and anything we can do to pro- “They told us that they some new trainees starting with 43 NZ Authors is in Te Awa- “Maja captures each author mote that is incredibly import- thought the supervision and edu- the DHB in June this year rather mutu until the end of March as really well. It’s interesting to see ant.” cation opportunities for trainees than wait for the later December part of its New Zealand tour. them in their own environments.” Maja has included a comments are great and that our doctors intake. Maja had visited the Te Awa- Hannah says many of the 43 book with the exhibition for visi- now feel very supported. Women’s Health provides mutu Library and was impressed authors’ publications are avail- tors to share their thoughts. “They also said our workplace secondary and tertiary level ob- with the facility. She thought her able at the library. culture in women’s health had stetrics and gynaecology work would work well in the She encourages Te Awamutu ■ The free exhibition runs until improved markedly and was now services to Waikato residents space. readers to check out the exhi- Saturday, March 31 in the Te ‘exemplary’ with a ‘warm, wel- and those in the Midland health Waipa District Council out- bition and read the authors’ Awamutu Library. coming, supportive environ- region.
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8 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, February 15, 2018 Many struggle ■ IN BUSINESS CIRCLES over property Muscle testing gives hope BY BETHANY ROLSTON
More than 50 per cent of New make,” says Kevin. Watching her dad battle with Zealanders say they lack the “Settled.govt.nz is an interactive motor neurone disease motivated knowledge and information they resource with impartial and Paige West to open an alternative need when trying to buy and sell clear information to help them health practice. property. feel more confident and make Paige, 21, owns NeuroTouch, a Research from the Real better decisions.” practice which uses treatments to Estate Authority (REA), which He says a lack of clear guid- evaluate a person’s neurological works to protect, educate and ance could be partially respon- circuitry. inform home buyers and sellers, sible for the results of a second She says NeuroTouch can help has confirmed what many survey, which showed 53 per people with anything from chronic people have experienced: prop- cent of potential buyers had pain and depression to learning erty transactions can be high- problems when making an offer. disabilities and snoring problems. pressure and extremely Thirty-five per cent of sellers The treatment involves muscle stressful. found marketing testing on the arms and making The the property and point of contact on, or tapping, areas REA-commissioned having open homes of the brain and body. Nielsen survey found the toughest part of For Paige’s father Steve that many people the process. “Stubby” West, the treatment has thought property Half of those who made a radical difference to his transactions were experienced trouble health. confusing and that it said it had a sig- After being diagnosed with was difficult to find nificant impact, motor neurone disease three years reliable information. causing stress or ago Steve has lost muscle and The majority (55 per financial woes. speech. cent) said they lacked TC150218REA New migrants He undergoes NeuroTouch knowledge about the KEVIN LAMPEN- and first-time home sessions several times a week and end-to-end process. SMITH buyers and sellers says he feels like a new man after REA chief execu- were the most likely treatment. tive Kevin Lampen-Smith says to have problems, such as under- The treatment eliminates his this lack of knowledge means standing the value and the con- nerve pain and provides mental many buyers fail to do the dition of a property. clarity and positivity. TC150218BR01 appropriate due diligence when “Buying a house is a complex Paige says her family’s support TE AWAMUTU’S Paige West practising muscle testing on her father purchasing a property, exposing legal process and things can be has been vital in helping her start a Steve “Stubby” West. themselves to significant poten- even more difficult if you’re not business. tial risks. sure about how it works because “Dad has been my motivation — helps me achieve that.” minutes to an hour. Kevin says the research you’ve never done it before or but I wouldn’t be here without my The former Te Awamutu College Paige will be at the Maniapoto shows a need for independent you haven’t done it for a long mum’s constant support and posi- student has a Bachelor of Health Spiritual Wellness Fair at the Te and comprehensive guidance on time,” says Kevin. “There is a lot tive drive either.” majoring in rehabilitation and psy- Awamutu Sport and Recreation all aspects of buying and selling of information out there, but it’s Paige has always been interested chology from Massey University. Club on Albert Park Drive this property. often scattered, hard to under- in alternative medicine and prac- After that she completed study Sunday from 10am-4pm. He says a new REA-backed stand and not independent. tices. through Neurolink — a post- She will offer NeuroTouch $5 website, settled.govt.nz will help “Settled.govt.nz makes it “I’ve always thought there has to graduate training provider of taster sessions and looks forward to fill the gap. easy for people to do their be a better way to look after your Neurological Integration System. meeting future clients. “Buying or selling a property homework before buying or sell- body. Paige operates from her home is one of the biggest financial ing so they feel confident and in “I want to help people under- studio on Taylor Avenue. ■ Visit facebook.com/NeuroTouchNZ/ decisions people will ever control.” stand their bodies. NeuroTouch Sessions are $55 and last for 45 or contact 027 766 2511
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Email: 10 Te Awamutu Courier Thursday, February 15, 2018 Workshop Sponsored child to speaker marks day A former Ugandan sponsored child who lost all hope, then World Wetlands Day was cele- recovered it when a 15-year-old brated in Ohaupo with a work- student sponsored him, is visit- shop on predators and peat lakes. ing Te Awamutu as part of a Around 30 volunteers from speaking tour. Waikato peat lakes joined ex- Richmond Wandera, in part- perts from DoC, Waikato Re- nership with aid and develop- gional Council and Auckland/ ment organisation Tearfund, will Hamilton Fish and Game to be sharing his story of how he share experiences and tips on broke free from extreme poverty introduced predator control and and became an internationally biodiversity monitoring. sought-after speaker. A winning tip for trappers Richmond was raised in the was to try a range of baits, Ngaruru slum in Uganda, which including Nutella, white choco- meant his family often went late, dried apricots and cheese, to without food. attract rats. At the age of eight, when his They were advised to try fresh father was brutally murdered, he or dehydrated rabbit to attract says he lost all hope of a life stoats, weasels and ferrets. worth living. The group hopes to form a He was left to care for his peat lake collective to continue mother and six siblings and he sharing ideas and resources. spent several hours each day A future goal to reintroduce searching for food. pa¯teke/brown teal back to the He struggled with malaria, Waipa lakes was also outlined, battling the disease more than a with a habitat assessment cur- dozen times. rently under way. Life changed for Richmond 150813WCSMTEAR_FUND1 The next public wetlands when Heather, a 15-year-old INSPIRATIONAL speaker Richmond Wandera and his wife Rosette. event is the BioBlitz at Lake student from the United States, Rotopiko tomorrow and Satur- sponsored him through Since then, he has earned a remarkable story with us.” day. Tearfund’s sponsorship partner bachelor’s degree in accounting, Richmond will be supported A group of scientists will be Compassion International. a master’s degree in theology and by New Zealand singer on hand to collect and display a Richmond reflects on how he is completing his PhD in the songwriter Omega Levine. wide range of plants and animals felt that day. Philosophy of Leadership. Former frontman of award- living at the peat lake. “I cannot describe the joy that He also founded the Pastor’s winning outfit Parachute Band, The public can talk to scien- filled our home when we heard Discipleship Network pro- Omega has embarked on a solo tists about their findings and see the news: ‘Richmond you have gramme which provides free journey that blends his child- how samples are collected. got a sponsor. It means you can training and mentorship for hood influences of Johnny Cash The event welcomes schools now go back to school, it means pastors in Uganda. and Motown gospel with his and the public to the BioBlitz on food will be given to us because Tearfund CEO Ian McInnes unique storytelling talent. Friday, February 16 from 1pm to of you’. I saw an opportunity to says Richmond’s story is a 7pm. It continues the next day rekindle the hope that was taken remarkable and inspiring one. ■ Wandera will be speaking at Te from 9.30am to 3.30pm. away.” “Richmond shares a powerful Awamutu Baptist Church at 7pm on Rotopiko Reserve is off SH3, Richmond excelled at school message of hope in desperate Sunday, February 18. Entry is free. about 3km south of Ohaupo. The and was selected to enter a situations that is relevant to our reserve is easy to get around — leadership development pro- own lives,” he says. “We’re priv- TC150218OL there are boardwalks and tracks gramme. ileged to have him share his OMEGA LEVINE suitable for prams. Thursday, February 15, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 11 Ko¯kako flourishing on Pirongia survey finds
Ko¯kako are flourishing on Mt Pirongia, with news that of the 20 endangered birds released in June, 16 have been found. Only one was outside the almost pest-free control area covering 1000ha, operated by Pirongia Te Aroaro o Kahu Res- toration Society. Society chairperson Clare St Pierre she she is delighted. “Although four ko¯kako were not found, this doesn’t raise red flags as translocated birds can be shy and not respond to surveyors,” she says. “There is every chance they will turn up in following years.” Before Christmas one nesting pair was identified, which triggered additional traps being set up around the tree they were nesting in. One fledgling was observed being fed by its parents at the end AMANDA ROGERS of January and another nesting KO¯ KAKO nest, on Mt Pirongia, holds three eggs. pair has been found containing three eggs (pictured). with some of the last ko¯kako “Earlier in the month we saved from Mt Pirongia in the thought the first nest had been 1990s. lost due to hawk activity,” Clare “This will be a profoundly says. moving experience for those of “So to have a fledgling con- us who have been working for firmed has us over the moon. over 15 years to make our “It highlights how precious maunga safe for the return of lost and vulnerable any chicks are species,” Clare says. and we are all hoping and “We are totally grateful to all praying that both nests stay our supporters and funders who safe.” have made this possible.” The society is looking forward The society is continuing to to the next ko¯kako fundraise, with a quiz night at translocations in May. Five Stags Pirongia planned for Birds with Pirongia DNA will Tuesday, February 27 at 7pm. AMANDA ROGERS AMANDA ROGERS be released, thanks to a success- PROFILE of adult ko¯ kako. LOOK CLOSELY: Ecologist Dave Bryden near the top of a kamahi ful captive breeding programme ■ www.mtpirongia.org.nz tree on Mt Pirongia where the ko¯ kako nest is. COME ALONG TO OUR E-WASTE COMMUNITY COLLECTION DAY! Any ing with a battery or a plug can be overe !
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Thursday, February 15, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 13 Get behind Team Red and donate
A group blood donation pro- communications Asuka Burge donations can be set between one save. Additionally, we know that Team Red also allows groups gramme being launched by New says Team Red is about making to four times a year — very little many people feel more comfort- to receive tallies of their total Zealand Blood Service (NZBS) is blood donation more convenient time for something so worth- able when they have friends or donations, which they could giving Kiwis the opportunity to and fun, and less daunting for while. colleagues donating alongside choose to share in company save lives alongside their friends some, as well as appealing to the It is also her experience that them.” reports or social media. and workmates, by giving blood social responsibility initiatives people increasingly want to work Asuka says that teams who “What’s more, by showing as a team. of corporate enterprises. for companies who care about donate together are a huge help their support for the community, Team Red is the latest NZBS “Donating blood is a great their contribution to society, and to NZBS, because employers are companies can potentially gener- initiative designed to boost dona- way for companies both big and who include it as part of their providing their staff with an ate positive publicity, which can tion rates across the country, small to actively demonstrate company culture. opportunity to donate where help to boost their reputation.” with 3000 donations required their social conscience, as well as “The feeling of belonging to otherwise they might not be able. Asuka says the first step for each week to keep up with to foster a team environment part of a team can be a great one of the reasons many people those wanting to get involved is demand for life-saving blood pro- where employees feel they’re motivator, especially if you’re choose not to donate blood is to find out whether their com- ducts in New Zealand. making a real and immediate part of a team of lifesavers. Since because they just don’t have the pany is already a member of It allows companies, organisa- difference to the lives of 29,000 every whole blood donation can time. Team Red by checking on the tions or groups with three or people who are treated with help save the lives of up to three “If employees allow their Team Red website page. more people who want to roll up blood or blood products in New people, Team Red offers a rare Team Red members the oppor- “Less than 4 per cent of all their sleeves — including Zealand every year,” she says. opportunity for staff to be able to tunity to donate during work eligible blood donors in New friends, sports teams, and social Asuka says that, while she leave the office at the end of the hours, or if groups are able to Zealand currently do so. Team clubs — to sign up and donate understands some employers day having potentially saved turn their donation into a social Red is our challenge to New blood together. may have some reservations three lives,” says Asuka. occasion with their friends, it’s a Zealand’s business and organisa- New Zealand Blood Service about their staff taking time out “The bigger the team, the great way for people to fit saving tions to step up and become life- national manager marketing and from work to donate, these more lives they can potentially lives into their busy lives.” savers.” Nominate best rural GP practice Take care in bad weather
The NZ Transport Agency is distance between you and the The search is on again for stories about how rural general The winning practice and reminding all road users in the vehicle ahead,” he says. “The New Zealand’s best Rural Gen- practice teams go ‘above and winning nominator will be Bay of Plenty, Taupo¯ and Waikato room for mistakes is reduced eral Practice Team of the Year as beyond’ the call of duty in provid- announced as part of the formal to take extra care during wet when road and weather judged by the community. ing health services to their rural awards ceremony in Auckland weather. conditions are less favourable. The award, now in its fourth communities,” says Rural Health on April 7, and both parties stand Transport Agency contractors “Plan your journey, check the year, will be announced at the Alliance Aotearoa New Zealand to win great prizes. are checking all flood-prone areas conditions, choose the safest route New Zealand Rural General chief executive Michelle Thomp- The winning practice will re- and monitoring roads for potholes. if you have the option and if Practice Network’s national ru- son. ceive a prize up to the value of Transport Agency journey mana- possible avoid travelling in ex- ral health conference in Auck- “We are delighted once again $1500 and the winning nominator ger Nigel D’Ath says road users treme weather and road land, April 5-8. to be offering this award in will receive a prize up to the should plan ahead and check conditions.” The inaugural award was won partnership with the New Zea- value of $500. All entries received weather and road conditions be- ■ Check the latest weather and by Raglan’s West Coast Health land Rural General Practice Net- electronically will also go into a fore they travel. warnings at www.metservice.com/ Clinic in 2015, followed by work (NZRGPN), the Health Pro- draw to win a $100 voucher. “Simple guidelines for travel- national/home Martinborough Medical Centre motion Agency (HPA) and New Entries can be submitted ling in wet weather include ensur- ■ Real time information 0800 4 in 2016 and Ngunguru Medical Zealand Doctor.” online or posted. ing your vehicle is safe, always HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49) Centre in 2017. Entries are open until close of driving to the road and weather www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic “The competition is going business on Friday, March 9. ■ Postcards can be downloaded conditions, allowing more time for ■ Waikato/Bay of Plenty updates: from strength to strength and it They will be judged by a panel from www.rhaanz.org.nz or further your travel, slowing down, being www.facebook.com/ is the perfect opportunity for the comprising representatives from hard copies can be ordered from prepared for unexpected hazards NZTAWaikatoBoP/ rural community to tell us their each of the award partners. [email protected] and allowing greater following www.twitter.com/NZTAWaiBoP
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Te Ope Whakaora of a wide range of handicaps, making the Stableford format very competitive. While not the depth of low FOR handicapped players as in HUNGER COLOUR previous years, the entry of Waikato’s number one player off a + 1.5 handicap, Hitomi Tamura of Cambridge, pro- vided a classy platform for the other players. Tamura, from Japan, attended Cambridge High School last year while attending the Golf Academy at St Peter’s. Her brother currently plays 31106 TAC on the Japanese tour and Tamura’s plan is to ultimately www.resene.co.nz/hungerforcolour follow in her brother’s footsteps. Limit of 8 free testpots 60-80ml per household. Food can must be at least 200ml/gm Tamura has been one of the TC150218WC2 of food or more. Hunger for Colour runs from 1-28 February 2018 or while testpot few academy players who has WOMEN’S winner Hitomi Tamura with Cambridge clubmates Jill Morgan (right, runner-up) and stocks last. See details in store or online. immersed herself in the local Nancy Masters (4th= Stableford). golfing scene. She was number one for petition with 37 points follow- runner-up gross and promising and consistent play which Waikato women at December’s ing by rapidly improving Rose junior Waikato representative came through strongly in the interprovincial held in Lund (Ngaruawahia), and Zahraa Bester (Hamilton) who heat as others fell away. Whangarei. Raewyn Coleman (Te Awa- scored an impressive 73 at Te Runner-up, with 72 points After the first day of the mutu) with 35 points. Awamutu was third. was Irene Straker (Piopio/ Waipa Classic held at Stewart Day two at Te Awamutu The Stableford competition Aria), followed by Kathryn Alexander, Tamura shot an proved a day of aptitude as winner was Celeste Sattler Douglas (Walton), rapidly MARCHRCH impressive 71, five shots clear players struggled in the excess- (Piopio/Aria) with a creditable improving Amanda Murray of defending champion, Jill ive heat. Tamura scored a par 42 points on the second day. (Piopio/Aria) and Nancy Mas- Morgan (Cambridge). round of 73 to be the clear Sattler, who scored 34 points ters (Cambridge). Toni Coleman (Te Awa- women’s gross champion for on day one was always going to In sixth place was Toni ISSUEISSUE outut mutu) led the Stableford com- 2018. Morgan settled for be a threat with her experience Coleman. 1313th MARCHRCH Weather dampens scores in scramble
Sunday’s wet weather led to by Ian Mitchell, Dave ston won the net on 65 from points from Ross Davis, CHERYL JOUBERT a drop off in the recent hot Coupland and George King 36. Cam Wells 67 and Ian Coleman Arthur Heke 41, Dave Heta 40 scoring at Stewart Alexander, Link Quarrie and Ian 68. Leigh Grylls topped the and Doug Atkinson, Alec [email protected] with Neal Johnston on 38 Mitchell shared the $93 NEC stableford section with 40 Cruickshank, Ian Stratford points being the best jackpot with net eagles on the points from Alec Cruickshank and Bruce Russ all on 39. 027 447 8160 stableford in the New Vision second hole. and BJ Clarke 39. No one The Vet NEC jackpot will sponsored scramble. In Tuesday’s mid week, struck the NEC jackpot, now start with $84 in the bin. Alec Cruickshank and Phil Shayne Ashford took out the $212. Bryce Pepperell headed Sunday sees the Open Stew E Blundell were on 37, followed gross on 75, while Neal John- Thursday’s vet field with 45 $100, tees opening at 8.30am.
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ST JOHN’S WISDOM OF MARKET Formal Notices ANGLICAN SOLOMON TARANAKI KING COUNTRY 1000 BC COUNCIL CARPARK CHURCH This Saturday ELECTORATE Deaths Ambition and Services death are alike Call 870 4551 ANNUAL GENERAL EDWARDS, PATTERSON, PATTERSON, this Sunday in this: neither Gaynor Westgate c Agnes Mary. Trevor M Intyre. Trevor. First Sunday In Lent is ever satisfied. MEETINGS Peacefully on 12 Passed away Suddenly on 12 February 2018. Dearly peacefully on 12 February. Almost 79 8am St John’s, PILATES loved Mum of Pat & February 2018, at years. Loved husband Te Awamutu FRIDAY 2ND MARCH 2018 7pm-9pm Kathy. Loved Granny Waikato Hospital, of Patricia (nee Coxon) 9am St Paul’s Health Mat class: Te Awamutu Branch of Grant & Rebecca, aged 78. Much loved and loved brother-in- Hairini Luke & Alice and husband of Patricia. law of Ngairie and Jim 9:30am St Saviour’s Venue: Waipa District Council Chamber Rooms Pirongia Cushla. Great Granny Treasured father and Emmett, Renee and of Zara, Nico & Beau. father-in-law of James, the late Colin Armiger 10am St John’s, IN-STEPIN-STEP Te Awamutu Podiatry Services ELECTORATE AGM, SUNDAY 8th APRIL 2018 A privilege to have Stephen and Susanne, & Jenny and Keith Intro offer: 10.30am – 2.30pm at The Owls Nest cared for you Mum. Sharon, and Andrew. Backhouse. Sadly All are welcome to OPEN LIZ CLARKE Much loved missed. our services. 12 Ruru Street, Piopio Thanks to CHT SAT ffor professional ! "#$ #! grandfather to No Jesus, no peace. Highfield for your qualified care % & special care you gave Danella, Simon, and SHAW, Know Jesus, know Gay Andrews, Secretary Mum. Selina, and great Velma Shirley. peace. (Child Specialist) grandfather to Phone 06 752 5870 Passed away on 12 414 Cambridge Rd FIETEN, Mackson. Trevor was Follow us on Facebook Te Awamutu born in Te Awamutu February 2018 at CHT TE AWAMUTU Jennifer Prudence Highfield, aged 91 Parish of St Johns’ (Pru). on 6 March 1939, he Te Awamutu CONTINUING was the loved son of years. Beloved mum of 870870 4080 Passed away gently at Robert and Dulcie, and Shirley and Robert EDUCATION Matariki Hospital a brother to Yvonne Hunter, Peter and Church Services surrounded by family (deceased), Elaine, Pauline, Patricia and 21 February on 12 February 2018, Keith, and Colleen. Paul Davies, and 10am Wednesday aged 60 years. Bravely Kevin. Loving nana to fought battle finally “Until we meet again, 11 grandchildren and Entry: $2 over. Soul mate of may God hold you in 18 great Waipa Workingmen’s Frank, loving mother the palm of His hand.” grandchildren. Loved Club and mother-in-law of A service for Trevor sister of Thea (dec), Speaker: James, Stu, Petra and will be held at the Zona (dec), Allyn (dec), Emma. Cherished Raleigh Street Boy (dec), Mate, Gwyn, Glen Murphy daughter of Val and Christian Centre, 24 Alza, and Zelda. Topic: the late Peter Raleigh St, Cambridge A Celebration of Linking NZ and Greater Armstrong. Beloved on Monday, 19 Velma’s life will be China nanny Pru to Jacob February at 11am held at Alexandra EverybodyWelcome and Jessie. Loving followed by interment House Chapel, 570 Public Notices sister and sister-in-law at the Te Awamutu Alexandra St, Te of Ros and Mike, Paul Cemetery. All Awamutu on Friday, and Clare. Many communications to 16 February 2018 at thanks to Ros for the the Patterson family, 11am followed by a loving care, Dr Alison PO Box 137, Te private cremation. All Glover, the District Awamutu 3840. communications to Nurses, Dawn, Cheryl Te Awamutu Funeral the Shaw family, PO and Leone, and the Services FDANZ Box 137, Te Awamutu dedicated nursing by 3840. the staff at Matariki Te Awamutu Funeral and Hospice. Services FDANZ A Service to celebrate Funeral Directors Pru’s life will be held A muri kia mau ki tena, kia mau ki te kawau maro, whanake ake, whanake ake at the Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, Chapel MANIAPOTO MAORI TRUST BOARD Drive, Te Awamutu on Saturday, 17 February Maniapoto FisheriesTrust 2018 at 11am followed by a private Nominations for a Director to the Asset Holding Company cremation. In lieu of (Te Kupenga o Maniapoto Ltd) flowers, donations to St John Ambulance, Te Awamutu or In December 2006 the Maniapoto Fisheries Trust was established. In 2007 they established Hospice Waikato an Asset Holding Company (AHC) – ‘Te Kupenga o Maniapoto’, to receive settlement quota would be appreciated and AFL income shares from Te Ohu Kai Moana Trustee Limited. Five Directors were and may be left at the service. All appointed to the AHC. communications to the Fieten family, PO One of the Directors resigned in December 2017 and needs to be replaced by the end Box 137, Te Awamutu of March 2018. The Maniapoto Fisheries Trust is now seeking nominations for suitably 3840. qualified persons to fill the vacancy of a Director on the Te Kupenga o Maniapoto Ltd asset Te Awamutu Funeral holding company. Services FDANZ As such we are inviting nominations from suitably skilled persons as Directors of Te Kupenga o Maniapoto. A copy of the Directors criteria panui and nomination form together TE AWAMUTU with a copy of the AHC Constitution may be viewed on our website www.maniapoto.iwi.nz or a copy is available at the MMTB Office, 49 Taupiri Street, Te Kuiti. Phone 0800 668 285. FUNERAL SERVICES Nominations close 5pm on Wednesday 19th February 2018. Nau mai haere mai!
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For your free quote Te Awamutu Ph: 871 5151 Fax: 871 3675 Thursday, February 15, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 21 Public Notices Board And Residence Trade Services Computer Services Employment Vacancies BOARDER wanted, big Line Dancing house to share with CARPENTER PC PROBLEMS? Annual General Classes lovely family. Ph 027 344 NO fix, no fee, local IT Meeting 1207. professional available for St.Patricks School Hall AVAILABLE on site repairs, upgrades and trouble shooting, PC At the Netball Centre Wednesdays Re-gibbing, 7-8:30pm Property Wanted and laptop sales, no call on Monday 26 February rot removal, alterations, out fees for help, Phone INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTANT at 7pm. Starts 7 March 2018 decks, fences, Matt 027 515 6996 or 871 PROPERTY WANTED 9946. Enquiries to Contact Margaret planter boxes, We are looking for another keen, enthusiastic 022 541 1830 Cambridge/ [email protected] Te Awamutu area for rental clean ups and person to join our firm in Otorohanga. The role mature farming couple, section maintenance. Gardening & will include taking complete ownership of the daily semi-rural property Landscaping needs of your client base. with house, shed and a Phone Tony few paddocks for We work with the latest cloud based software and Sports Notices calves. Would also PIRONGIA consider renting. 021 154 2322 pride ourselves on being progressive in this area. You will be joining an accountancy firm with a large PUBLIC NOTICE Phone 07 823 1200 TREEEE farming client base along with many progressive or 021 104 7484. EFFLUENT businesses - aligned to our core purpose of Notice is hereby given that Oparau Station SERVICES ‘making a positive difference in their life’. will be felling and logging pine trees from To Let PONDS February 20th 2018 to 15th May 2018. PUMPED If this sounds like you then email your CV, Contractors and heavy machinery will be TE AWAMUTU SPORTS Efficient and reliable. covering letter, and a photo of your favourite operating out of Okupata Road near Oparau JUNIOR RUGBY Phone Andrew Cook holiday destination to [email protected] Village and also the farm entrance on 4267 027 672 4127 Kawhia Road State Highway 31. 2018 REGISTRATIONS WE APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE KING COUNTRY Online registration DRILLING Free advice & quotes required prior to weigh-ins Contact John See facebook for further info 871 9943 FA OF L 021 110 7581 6 March 5.30pm - 7.30pm 8 March 5.30pm - 7.30pm H S 11 March 10am - 12pm OLE Te Awamutu Marathon Clinic GARDENING Sports Coordinator Position Presents its • Soak • Surface wells Quality, experienced Annual 6km and 14km $45 cash at weigh-in or gardening - Hedges, roses, Otorohanga College Kakepuku Fun Run and Walk online when registering. • Lined Soak holes or general weeding. (incl shorts and socks) Sunday 25th February 2018 • Concrete products Need a hand We are currently hiring a part-time Sports Coordinator Start times: Any enquiries to available Let us help! to lead our high performing extra-curricular Sport 14km walkers – 8.30am Facebook: @TASJuniorRugby • Foundation Drilling Regular maintenance Department. We seek an industrious and student or a clean up. 14km runners and 6km runners [email protected] • 4WDTrucks orientated individual to work with our teaching staff, and walkers – 9am Phone Jeremy 021 830 614 or CallCall TessTess 0 02727 238238 25172517 volunteers and students and to be the face of sport Registration, start and fi nish at Pokuru School. Keri 021 231 3640 OWNER/OPERATOR: 872872 28532853 A/hrsA/hrs at the College. This is a dynamic environment and
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Maintenance, Pruning, Pirongia OR phone Applications for this position close 1 March 2018 Removals, Stump Grinding, Enquiries to Ross Thomas 871 5022 or Susan Ranstead SAFE ‘N’ SOUND Please mark “Confidential” and send or email to John Byett email [email protected] 871 9105 STORAGE Hedge Cutting, Section [email protected] MOSS, ALGAE Clearing and much more. SEE YOU ALL AT KAKEPUKU! • Units available now! LICHEN TREATMENT Attention: Principal’s PA Wanted to Buy Free Advice with Quotes! 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Kirsty Walker, Showcase Jewellers Te Awamutu column. PO Box 88, Te Awamutu CLASSIFIED Close date: Monday 19th February 2018 PHONE US TODAY! - SHOWCASE JEWELLERS - Call 871 5151 9271874AA Email your CV to [email protected] to fi nd out more! 871 5151 with subject: Attention Rhona 15 Alexandra Street - ph 07 871 6797 Te Awamutu Phone 07 870 4474 to enquire [email protected] Courierr Thursday, February 15, 2018 Te Awamutu Courier 23 TE AWAMUTU COURIER
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