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She’s in charge... By Viv Posselt

It’s not often you find a woman heading an RSA, yet Ōtorohanga’s Shona Martin might have been made for it. She’s Ōtorohanga-born and King Country-bred, spending much of her childhood at the Maihiihi farm her father won in the post-WW11 ballot. Roy Bree had been a naval man, serving on the HMNZS Leander and Achilles and landing in Japan immediately after the atomic bombs were dropped. The thoughts it left him with remained under wraps all his life.

Now into her third year as president of the Ōtorohanga RSA, Shona said her dad joined the RSA soon after coming back to his hometown of Auckland. Once settled in Ōtorohanga, he joined their RSA and went on the executive, but for ages didn’t make the dawn services because it clashed with milking. “It was only years later, once they moved into town, that he could go to both services,” she said. “He was also in the pipe band – he was drum major – and we as Girl Guides were always

Shona’s father, the late Roy Bree, pictured in 1997 receiving the Ōtorohanga District’s Sportsman of the Year trophy for having represented New Zealand in blind bowls and blind sailing the previous year.

part of the parade. I had two brothers and one sister who were in the pipe band. We grew up with Anzac Day a part of our lives … medals always cleaned and spats whitened before the day.” Her late brother Athol Bree, who died in an accident in 2012, had been drum major with the Te Awamutu Pipe Band. The Bree family have longevity in Ōtorohanga. Her mum Doreen and dad ran Roy Bree’s Wine Cellar and were deeply involved in community life. Roy had been a lifesaver and sailor in Auckland after the war, so when his sight later failed, he joined the Royal Blind Foundation’s sailing sports wing and represented New Zealand abroad. He also joined the Blind Bowls Association and represented New Zealand in that as well. Shona’s mum Doreen was part of the then ladies’ section of the RSA, rising to the rank of president at one stage. Even after the ladies’ section was officially disbanded, she continued supporting the RSA, Poppy Day and other linked activities. “I was always exposed to it,” Shona said. Even during her years away from Ōtorohanga – Shona’s career running NZ Post Office outlets took her from Hamilton to Auckland

Shona Martin, president of the Ōtorohanga RSA, has a long legacy, both with the organisation and the town. Photo: Viv Posselt

for years – she would return home for the traditional Anzac Day services. “I’d come back the night before, no matter where I was. I think I’ve missed only two or three Anzac Days in all that time.” Shona officially joined the RSA while in Auckland, soon after Roy died in 2001. She came back to Ōtorohanga 10 years ago this August, and before Doreen died in 2018, Shona helped her with Poppy Day activities.

Now running the town’s RSA herself, she is keen to get the word out that the organisation exists to support former and current servicemen and women, and that they don’t have to join the RSA in order to access it. “In my parents’ era people didn’t talk about how they might need help, but if we don’t know the need exists, we can’t help. Support is available in financial, medical and practical terms,” she said, “and my goal is to try

and help those veterans in our community who need it.” Her ‘skin-in-the-game’ background and her strong desire to help people have brought Shona to this point, but she acknowledges the valuable assistance of her husband Allen. The pair live on a small lifestyle block on the town’s outskirts and do the RSA thing completely in tandem. “I really wouldn’t be able to do this without his help.”

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Ōtorohanga mayor Max Baxter has got his priorities wrong (King Country News, June 5). Ōtorohanga is nationally and internationally known as the Kiwitown Capital of New Zealand. It certainly allies itself with the Kiwi House. Ōtorohanga has put itself on the map through the initiatives and enthusiasm of the group of ladies who comprised the Kiwiana Committee of Otorohanga. Brian Pitts-Brown Te Kūiti

It’s our logo

Otorohanga Mayor Max Baxter’s explanation in defence of the District Council’s new logo show how out-of-touch he and his team have become. The Council are supposed to represent we, the citizens and ratepayers. It is we who fund them and their decisions. The new logo is not an internal logo. It represents our district. His excuses and justification don’t stand scrutiny. The decision disrespects the community the council was elected to represent and serve. It is a relief to know

the decision was not unanimous - that some councillors recognise and are loyal to the unique character of this community and district. Frances Rawlings Te Kūiti

In agreement

On reading Frances Rawlings opinion in the paper last week I would like to whole heartedly endorse her comments. What a waste of money. There are many other things in our town that this money could have been spent on. She quoted “was it essential for the council to have a new logo and if so, why were residents and ratepayers not consulted?” The new logo, it says, represents a nest. Well it doesn’t look like a nest to me. Have you ever seen a nest with a whole in the middle? No a wreath is what it looks like. Twenty five years ago the Kiwiana Committee was set up and as we were already known as the Kiwitown of New Zealand it was logical that we build on this and so we developed all things “Kiwiana” and became known as the not only the Kiwitown but also the “Kiwiana town.” We

also had a certificate from the prime minister at the time Helen Clark, sent to us (with her signature on it) endorsing us as the Kiwiana capital of New Zealand. I wonder what has happened to this? What a success it has been. I am very proud to have been part of this committee from its inception. This part of branding our town also has brought many visitors which not only have had the kiwihouse to visit, but now all things “kiwiana” including our last project “the playground”. We have two very large kiwi at both the north end and south end of town and many people stop and photograph them. I note that the entrance signs into our town are very tired and need replacing. I am not sure what they intend to do when replacing these signs. I do hope that we will still have reference to our tourist attractions ie the kiwihouse and kiwiana and not lots of “wreaths around them”. Wreaths are for sad times, we want to be known as a fun place to visit. Bev Moloney Ōtorohanga

Meghan Hawkes looks back to 1917 to report on what was making headlines in King Country.

A mass wedding, rain and bite At Ōtorohanga a large gathering assembled to witness the unique marriage of five Māori couples. The ceremony took place on Hari Hemara’s property about one mile from Ōtorohanga and was performed by the Reverends Hone Harris and Friday. The ceremony was a most impressive one and watched with the utmost solemnity. A marquee which seated 170 people was filled to overflowing three times in succession. The kai consisted of beef, pork, eels, and poultry, and a great variety of sweets also adorned the tables. Twenty men and 10 ladies waited on the guests and saw that each did justice to the many good things provided. The tables were most tastefully arranged and it was very evident that the ladies responsible for the catering and decorating were thoroughly experienced. The brides were daintily and becomingly gowned in

handsome white embroidery voile frocks, finished with a novel corsage of white silk. They wore the orthodox wreath and veil arranged in the new cap style and carried pretty pink and white flower bouquets. The dresses were made by Miss Kayson, of Te Kūiti. Each of the bridegrooms wore a traditional Māori cloak over his suit. Heavy rain did not dampen the enthusiasm of 200 Piopio settlers who gathered to watch Sir Joseph Ward, Postmaster General, open a fine new post office. He afterwards addressed a large gathering in the Town Hall and congratulated the settlers on the marked progress made in the district since his last visit nine years ago. He also commended them in overcoming the enormous difficulties under which they had laboured. The children from Piopio School attended, and the

National Anthem was sung. Settlers’ wives provided afternoon tea. A Grand Carnival and Fun Fair was held in Te Kūiti to raise funds for the Returned Soldiers’ Club. To show their loyalty to the cause some 60 returned soldiers and friends journeyed from Auckland to attend. Stalls were placed the length of Rora Street, where articles of all kinds were on sale. Guessing competitions and an auction were among the attractions. The Merry Jesters, full of fun and frolic, were much in evidence throughout the afternoon. In the evening the Merry Jesters presented a splendid programme of music, mirth and merriment comprising grand opera, musical comedy, burlesques, ensembles, duets, trios and ragtime. A souvenir programme, containing over 100 photographs of King Country war heroes,

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Briefs… Rescued dogs

Waitomo District Council, which is reminding dog owners about registration dates, is celebrating a successful push to care for stray and surrendered dogs. It says dozens of dogs have been settled into new homes as a consequence of the policy thanks to the work of its Animal Control team over the last year.

Trust vacancy

Waitomo Energy Services Customer Trust is inviting expressions of interest for a new director to join The Lines Company (TLC) Board. Craig Richardson, who has served on the board since October 2018, will step down later this year.

Give blood

The number of youth aged 16-25 years giving blood has dropped by 25 per cent since 2020 which has the New Zealand Blood Service concerned. It is National Blood Donor Week. Every year around 30,000 people living in New Zealand have their lives saved or improved by blood, plasma and platelet donors.

Planting progress

Aotea Harbour is 1000 trees better off after the community came together to plant the dunes. A small group of volunteers enhanced the walkway along the edge of the sand dunes with the harakeke, tauhinu, ti kouka and wiwi trees purchased by Waikato Regional Council and supplied by Waikato Coastcare. Volunteers also control weeds in the area. The annual project has run for more than a decade.

Hearing to start

A three week heating will start next Monday consider an application to build a waste to energy plant in Te Awamutu’s Racecourse Rd and bring in material to burn from throughout the region. Global Contracting Solutions says the plan is for a state of the art complex, but opponents fear it will bring pollution and impact on water quality.

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MP recounts debate emotion By Mary Anne Gill

Deputy speaker Barbara Kuriger has revealed how emotional she felt in Parliament last week while she was sitting in the Speaker’s chair during the debate on punishments for three Te Pāti Māori members. The Taranaki-King Country MP fought back tears as she adjourned proceedings in the House following the suspensions of Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi for 21 days, and Hana-Rawhiti MaipiClarke for seven. Talking to The News she said it was a tough afternoon made worse by the absence of speaker Gerry Brownlee and assistant speaker Maureen Pugh - both attending the same funeral – and the other assistant speaker Teanau Tuiono, who was sick. The burden of presiding over the challenging debate fell in turn to Kuriger, Labour’s Greg O’Connor and Tangi Utikere, who was in the Speaker’s seat for the first time. “It’s like wow, that’s a baptism of fire on your first day as a speaker to have to

come in and do that. But I thought Tangi did really well,” she said. At the heart of the day’s tension was a breach of parliamentary rules. While all parties agreed on what had occurred, the Privileges committee could not reach consensus on the appropriate punishment. “That was the hardest part. It pitted one side of the House against the other. If the committee had agreed on the consequences, the debate would have taken a different tone,” she said. The debate became emotionally charged because what was fundamentally a procedural issue – disrupting a vote and crossing the floor – was taken to mean a criticism of the haka. “It wasn’t about the haka. It was about the rules being broken.” Kuriger and the other speakers were all tested during the three and a half hour debate including one instance when she had to intervene during a disagreement between National’s James Meagher and the Greens’ Chloe Swarbrick. “I helped to resolve an issue that happened in front

of me when (Meagher) was pointing.” Swarbrick said he had pointed a finger gun at her, which was one of the accusations originally made against Te Pāti Māori, and which Meagher strenuously denied. Parliament is full of orators, some of them were good – Kuriger singled out Labour MP and former Speaker Adrian Rurawhe – and some not so good. New Zealand First leader and former deputy prime minister Winston Peters fitted into that category when he described Waititi’s mataora (facial tattoo) as scribbles. “I thought Adrian came from the wisdom of a previous speaker and what summed it up for me was when he said there are no winners in this debate. That was a really relevant point to make.” She also praised MaipiClarke, the youngest member of Parliament. “She’s a very strong, classy young woman and she’s learning a lot you know.” The debate came to an earlier end than expected and Kuriger was impressed with how that was agreed to by all

Gifts from Grandie By Jon Rawlinson

A grandmother’s knitted dolls have been popping up throughout Te Kūiti while her scarves are helping keep ‘The Chills’ at bay. But ‘Grandie’ who made more than 95 dollies and 89 scarves want to remain anonymous. “I’ve been knitting for a long time, but it was getting a little bit too heavy for my arms, so I started knitting dolls again,” she said. “It keeps my fingers busy and I love to think of the joy they’re going to give people.” The dolls feature notes stating “my name’s Dainty Dillie and I’m not lost, just alone. If I make you smile, take me home or give me away, but whatever you do enjoy your day”.

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parties, something television coverage did not pick up. “It took me by surprise. All the parties, including Te Pāti Māori, were running around talking to each and actually it was Te Pāti Māori who moved the motion to conclude the debate and they were all working together on that issue.” Kuriger, who returned to Fieldays yesterday in her traditional volunteer’s role, reflected on the emotional toll the day in Parliament had

on her. “You’re dealing with people. Take the politics out of it and it’s still about people. It was hard.” The 64-year-old Opunake farmer is into her fourth term as Taranaki-King Country MP and first term as deputy speaker. “I really enjoy the job, sitting in the middle because both sides always think they’re right but the answer always lies somewhere in the middle.”

This year Grandie’s handiwork has been discovered in many locations including the newspaper stand outside the King Country News’ office on King Street East. “I’ve left them in shops and at the library. Other than that, I’ve put some in supermarket trolleys and left quite a few at the Journey Church – when I’m walking past, I might throw one in their door now and then.” “This is being done all over New Zealand, all over the world actually. There are other dolls but they’re different thing to mine – I use my own pattern. I’ve sent them to other places in New Zealand and overseas, but they’re mostly just my little thing for people in and around Te Kuiti. “As long as people enjoy them, I’ll keep up with my knitting... there’s not enough One doll came with The News kindness in the world.”

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ON SHAKY GROUND

Heat, rock, and ruin By Janine Krippner

A pyroclastic flow made headlines last week after an eruption at the frequently active Mount Etna — a timely reminder of just how dangerous these volcanic phenomena can be. When I discovered, at age 13, that “volcanologist” was a real job, I also learned about pyroclastic flows — and I knew then that I wanted to study them. Pyroclastic flows are among the deadliest natural processes on Earth. Their extreme hazard comes from a combination of high speed, searing temperatures, and their composition: fast-moving clouds of fragmented rock and volcanic gas. These flows fall under a broader category called pyroclastic density currents, which vary in rock-to-gas ratio. At the high-rock-content end of the spectrum are block-and-ash flows, typically generated by the collapse of large lava domes — those steep mounds of near-solid lava that build up around a vent. On the other end are pyroclastic surges, dominated by gas and fine volcanic ash (which is pulverised rock). Pyroclastic flows sit somewhere in the middle, and this is also the term is often used more generally in hazard communications. Then there are ignimbrites — massive deposits of pumice-rich pyroclastic material. These form during large, caldera-forming eruptions, like those that occurred in the distant past along the Coromandel, near Rotorua, and (more recently, though still long ago) around Lake Taupō. All pyroclastic flows are hot — often reaching temperatures around 800˚C. These temperatures can ignite or char anything flammable in their path. Phreatic eruptions, which are driven by steam pressure (sometimes venting through crater lakes), can be cooler — but still dangerously hot at several hundred

degrees. Recent eruptions have shown us the heartbreaking toll of surviving even a lowertemperature flow — the long, painful recovery, and the lifelong impacts on victims and their loved ones. My heart truly goes out to them. You’ve probably seen the epic movie scenes — characters fleeing a pyroclastic flow in a car, a plane, or in a rolling ball surrounded by dinosaurs. In reality, humans simply aren’t fast enough. The only sure way to survive a pyroclastic flow is not to be in its path. The solid components of a pyroclastic flow are made up of quenched (rapidly cooled) magma that has been violently fragmented by expanding volcanic gases. These gases were once trapped under pressure inside the magma, and when that pressure is released — like opening a shaken bottle of Coke — the gas expands explosively. Within the flow, large rocks can still be present — big enough to tear through forests or buildings. Even without the large blocks, the force of the flow itself can flatten entire landscapes. This is why volcano monitoring matters, and why exclusion zones are enforced Between AD 1500 and 2017, pyroclastic density currents were responsible for around 60,000 deaths, the dominant cause of fatalities within 5 to 15 km of a crater. It’s important to understand the different volcanic processes that can occur, so we recognise the seriousness of warnings when they come. We’re fortunate to live among stunning volcanic landscapes — but these landscapes are active, and one day, they will erupt again. That includes the potential for pyroclastic flows.

AGE OF REASON

Double trouble

By Richard Steele

When our beautiful twin grandboys were very small, and doing really small boy things, I was fascinated to watch them jockeying for position, working out for each other what the brotherly ranking would be. Not an issue for children born months or years apart, as their positions in the family are initially determined by age, for these fellows though, being born minutes apart, they had to determine that hierarchy for themselves. With lots of loving help, of course, from siblings, concerned parents, extended family members. Then I see on the other side of the world, the same kind of behaviour, not by children this time though, but by some of the most powerful people in the world. Our little boys seem, to me, to have reached a really good arrangement, between themselves, when I’m privileged to spend time with them. But I’m not holding my breath as to when those others see the light, and stop tearing their country apart, and taking down so much of the world with them. Are their egos too big to be managed? Are their narcissistic tendencies too strong to be controlled by those around them? Where is the opposition in all of this furore, where are the Democrats? Which gets me to how lucky we are. Winston Churchill said something like this... the Westminster system of government has many faults, it is difficult to control, but for all that, it happens to be the best method of government in the world. Looking around us, you don’t need

much imagination to see the old master was right, and never more so than now. I’m not saying it is the best, but from where I sit in the wop wops, at the bottom of the world, our system looks pretty good to me just now. If either or our two major parties, or any of our coalition governments , put a foot wrong, the opposition tears them to shreds within minutes. But now, the biggest democracy in the world tears their country apart, electing a person to lead them who has been convicted, and accused, of some heinous crimes. The electors and his sycophants swept him back into power. What’s going wrong with the place? We in lovely New Zealand have some major challenges ahead, and I’m personally confident that we can meet them. I’ll have lots of suggestions if I’m asked to keep writing this column, to start with, and for now, we can do no worse by looking overseas. We can see how not to rebuild your home country, and in doing so, make New Zealand stronger, happier and take us back to being the best place in the world to be.

Briefs… Pledge total

The Ōtorohanga Historical Society has received pledges totalling $32,000 to move Rewarewa Schoolhouse to the museum site, not $45,000 as we reported last week.

A DV E R T O R I A L

Mayoral Column

ia ora koutou, I want to take a moment to speak directly to the heart of recent conversations about our Council’s logo. We’ve heard the questions, the pride, and the passion, and I thank everyone who has reached out. I’ve read the recent article and the opinion piece, and I’ve spoken with members of the public. What’s become clear is that there’s been some misunderstanding about what this change involves - and what it doesn’t. Te Ōhanga – The Nest is the new logo for Ōtorohanga District Council. It represents our role as your Council – the work we do with and for all our communities. It’s not a new logo for the town, or for the district, and it certainly doesn’t replace the identity that so many of us proudly carry as the “Kiwi town.” Let me be clear: We did not spend $100,000 on a new website just to match a logo. That would be ridiculous. Back in 2023 - well before any logo change was considered - we commissioned analysis on our old website. The feedback was clear: it was clunky, outdated, and didn’t serve the community well. We approved a larger budget ($150,000) to improve its usability and accessibility, making sure people could easily find information and engage with us online. That work was about improving service, not branding. The logo itself cost under $5,000.

“Let me be clear: We did not spend $100,000 on a new website just to match a logo. That would be ridiculous.” Te Ōhanga/The Nest was created to support the Long Term Plan 2024–2034 and later adopted as Council’s logo because it resonated strongly with our community and partners. No additional work or cost was needed. I’ve also done a quick scan of other councils’ rebrands, and it’s not uncommon for logo updates to cost tens of thousands of dollars. We’ve taken a far more prudent and intentional approach. This is a change to Council’s corporate logo - nothing more. We are not getting rid of the kiwi statues, the Kiwiana Walkway, or the township’s iconic Kiwiana theme. Those are a treasured part of our story, and they’re here to stay. The kiwi remains a powerful part of who we are. Our continued investment in the Ōtorohanga Kiwi House, including the $2 million loan to support its redevelopment, is one example of how deeply we value this taonga and what it represents.

Council’s new corporate logo “Te Ohanga – The Nest”, and Council’s former logo “The Kiwi”. But as we shape the future, we must also ensure our identity reflects everyone we serve. Through years of engagement, we heard voices from across the rohe - rural communities, coastal and urban townships, and mana whenua, all calling for a shared sense of belonging. That’s what Te Ōhanga symbolises: unity, strength through connection, and a future we weave together. It includes the stylised ‘Ō’ for Ōtorohanga and visually represents the values that came through loud and clear in our community engagement - kotahitanga, care, and collaboration. Like any piece of visual identity, design is inherently subjective, not everyone liked the previous logo, and not everyone will like this one, and that’s ok. We’re rolling out this new logo

responsibly - digitally first, and only updating signs, cars and materials as they naturally need replacing. This isn’t a full rebrand. It’s about aligning our face with our values being practical, inclusive, and futurefocused. To those who feel a sense of loss, I hear you. The kiwi remains a cherished part of our district’s story. And so does this next chapter. We don’t just represent Ōtorohanga township. We serve the people and communities of our entire district, from the shores of Kāwhia to the Waikato River in Arohena, and everywhere in-between. This change is not about discarding who we are - it’s about reflecting the work we do today and the future we’re building together. Ngā mihi, Mayor Max Baxter

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Fieldays growth discussed By Chris Gardner

Prime minister Christopher Luxon has met New Zealand National Fieldays Society chief executive Richard Lindroos to discuss growing the event. “It’s a fantastic event, I want it to get bigger and bigger,” Luxon said before meeting Lindroos at the Fieldays opening at Mystery Creek yesterday. (Wednesday) Luxon was keen to discuss what could be built around Fieldays to help promote what he called the most carbon efficient farming in the world. The PM has invited UK minster of state for food security and rural affairs Daniel Zeichner to next year’s Fieldays. “We want to leverage that international exposure and help the government achieve its goal to double exports within the next decade,” Lindroos said. Delegations from 15 countries are attending this year and Lindroos has invited more to attend next year. “The vibe is really positive.” Fonterra has announced a

record opening forecast milk price of $10 per kilogram of milksolids for the 2025-26 season and strong beef and lamb prices are providing a much-needed boost to hill country farmers. Giltrap AgriZone managing director Andrew Giltrap, whose agricultural dealership has branches in Cambridge, Ōtorohanga, Rotorua and Taupō, is attending Fieldays for the 42nd time. His company is one of more than 1000 exhibitors promoting their wares to more than 100,000 punters. “It’s a lot more positive this year,” he said. “It will be in the top 20 per cent of Fieldays.” Mokauiti based Rotowai Angus farmer Natasha Cave said she was also smiling. “We have a small shopping list,” she said. “Nothing too exciting, wet weather gear and work boots. Bit more than last year all I brought was a bottle of gin.” Waitomo mayor John Robertson of Struan Farm near Piopio attended yesterday. “The rural mood is good,” he said. “Farmers deserve a year of good returns – lamb,

beef, and dairy returns are all much improved. We just need wool to come right. “Last year I did spend more than I expected, purchasing a woodchipper. This year I don’t have a shopping list, but I will enjoy seeing some of the latest technology.” Waitomo Pererndale sheep farmer and mayoral hopeful Janette Osborne said this would probably be the one good year in seven.

“It is really fortunate that the schedule and therefore the store price is so high – otherwise it would be a financial disaster,” she said. Osborne will visit Fieldays to see the new technologies. “We have nothing on our shopping list this year – being conservative knowing next year will be tight. Fortunately, we spent wisely in the past couple of years replacing big ticket items that could become

dangerous. That gives us breathing room.” Kaipaki dairy farmers Zane and Marie Kite, who lost tens of thousands of dollars of milk production in last season’s extreme drought, plan to attend Fieldays tomorrow, mainly because their daughter Zoe wants to go. “Nothing on the shopping list,” said Zane. “The drought hurt here where others had a good season.”

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Lines company in the running

A King Country heli-saw and a wellbeing programme are both in the running at the upcoming NZ Energy Excellence Awards. Delivering an uppercut to vegetation encroaching on powerlines, the saw was developed by Te Kūiti-based The Lines Company (TLC) and Taupō’s Lakeview Helicopters. “We used a heli-saw – a saw blade hanging from a helicopter – for the first time in April last year,” said Mike Fox, TLC’s chief executive. “Using a heli-saw is now firmly embedded in how we work. It is a viable and costeffective way to keep trees away from powerlines.” In addition to the saw (Innovation in Energy category), TLC is also a finalist for this year’s Wellbeing Award. “We submitted three entries and are

absolutely over the moon that two of them have made the finals,” said Fox. “We wanted to provide a wellbeing programme that focused on our whole selves, adopting a holistic approach. We know that happy, healthy and engaged people who want to work here will do

their very best for their customers.” Winners in the NZ Energy Excellence Awards will be announced at a ceremony in Wellington on August 13. “The calibre of the finalists across the categories look really impressive,” said Fox.

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Hamilton airport future proofed

By Mary Anne Gill

Ben Langley could have been forgiven for wearing a smug smile at the blessing of Hamilton Airport’s international terminal last week. With just days to go before international flights resume, the Operations Group general manager — who brings firsthand aviation experience as a commercial pilot — is confident that nothing has been overlooked. Even the curveball Air New Zealand threw last month when it announced domestic jets – A320s adding approximately 25,000 seats a year - would also return on a Christchurch-Hamilton route. “The nuts and bolts are in place,” Langley said, confirming the airport had been future-proofed to accommodate domestic jets

as part of its design process. “We’ve got enough knowhow and beans to get across the finish line. We assumed there would be interest in domestic jet services — and that’s played out exactly as we thought.” Any domestic services with over 100 seats – the A320s have 171 seats require passenger screening, similar to international flights. They have been installed. Langley has flown in and out of Hamilton many times, landing and taking off from the country’s 2.2 kilometre runway, the fourth longest in the country. His favourite approach is past Mount Pirongia – there are more than a dozen possible approaches. “Everything is laid out in front of you. It’s beautiful, an absolutely beautiful part of the country – I can see

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why the Aussies want to come over and kick back.” Another person excited about the increase in passengers is airport pou tiaki (cultural ambassador) Norman Hill. The airport is more than just a travel hub – it is also a place where cultural heritage, environmental stewardship and modern infrastructure intersect. Hill wrote the cultural narrative report which explores the history of the land before the airport existed. It includes genealogy and the stories of the people who lived on the land before Europeans came. The site was once surrounded by areas rich in cultural significance. The flat land served as a natural access point connecting communities via rivers and trails long before roads or runways existed. The terminal’s design pays tribute to native flora and fauna, said Hill and particularly the critically endangered long-tailed bat or pekapeka-tou-roa. The species, which flies and roosts in cavities, inspired key architectural elements of the terminal. “The entrance ceiling has small holes designed to mimic the bat’s roosting spots. When you look up, the blue ceiling represents the sky, and for a moment, you become the pekapeka-touroa—a symbolic connection between the land, the sky, and flight,” he said. The theme continues throughout the terminal, with cultural motifs, bilingual signs and the carpet which has colour running through it which reinforces the sense of place – blue on the mezzanine floor, brown on the ground floor. The airport’s Māori name, Kirikiriroa – Te Papa Rererangi, translates to “the platform from which one flies into the sky,” grounding the facility in its cultural context.

Hamilton Airport pou tiaki (cultural ambassador) Norman Hill, in front of Taunga Rererangi o Kirikiriroa sculpture by Eugene Kara explains how the series of culturally significant artworks in the terminal came together. Photo: Mary Anne Gill

The vision for Hamilton Airport is not just functional — it’s emotional and spiritual, said Hill. “When you arrive, you should feel like you’ve been welcomed into someone’s whare. You get a hongi, a

cup of tea, and you leave feeling seen, respected, and cared for,” he said. With the countdown on and the terminal ready for Jetstar next week, Hamilton Airport is poised to enter that new chapter Langley

and Hill talk about. It’s a place of connection — between people, between cultures, and between the earth and the sky,” said Hill. “There’s a bit going on now at the airport. It’s very exciting,” said Langley.

Van driver sentenced A road rage incident which left a Paralympian with injuries has resulted in a man being sentenced to 12 months of supervision, and two months of community detention. Brian David Mills, 57, of Tamahere appeared in the Hamilton District Court last week before Judge Tini Clark having earlier pleaded guilty to dangerous driving causing injury and failing to stop after a crash, the Waikato Times has reported The case dated back to March 2020. The court heard Mills was driving a van when he encountered two cyclists near Cambridge then drove into their path and hit his brakes. Professional rider Eltje Malzbender, who

was training for the Tokyo Paralympics, could not stop her three-wheeled racing cycle before crashing into the back of the van. The 63-year-old Cambridge based athlete is a former Te Kūiti physiotherapist. Judge Clark also ordered Mills to pay Malzbender $3000 in reparation. In March 2016 Malzbender was left for dead on the side of a road while out on a training run west of Waitomo. She suffered a traumatic brain injury in that incident but continued to ride and won two gold medals representing New Zealand in the 2019 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in Holland.

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OBITUARY – NOEL MCQUILKIN, September 26, 1938 - June 3, 2025

Waitete honours rugby club great By Jon Rawlinson

King Country rugby legend Noel McQuilkin, was honoured during a memorial event at his beloved Waitete clubrooms at the weekend. A coach to many, Noel (aka Snagglepuss, Snags and Snappy) was an all-round ‘good boy’. “That was one of his sayings,” his son, Kurt, told The News. “When he was coaching or as a Rugby Development Officer, he’d pick someone and say: ‘you’re a good boy,’ or ‘you’re a good girl.’ It was one of his common calls.” Noel, 86, died at Te Kūiti Hospital on June 3, surrounded by family including his wife of more than 60 years, Josie. Kurt, a former King Country rugby union general manager, flew from Ireland in time to farewell his father. “My wife, Barbara, and I were intent on saying goodbye before he passed and, luckily, we got to do that. He had all sorts going on, but his ticker was the main thing, it just gave up in the end.” Sharing his father’s dedication to rugby, Kurt is an ex-Bective Rangers, Leinster and Ireland centre. As a coach, he worked at Leinster and Dublin’s Greystones RFC. After more recent roles with King Country, he is again based in Ireland, picking up where his dad left off. “As Dad finished his coaching career with Greystones, I guess it is quite fitting for me to take up the mantle again,” Kurt said. “From a McQuilkin perspective, there’s a fair bit of history there for sure.” A builder by trade and, for a time, a Te

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Kōkako for Maungatautari

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The first of up to 20 adult kōkako from the Hunua Ranges will be released on Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari today. Chief executive Helen Hughes said the birds would assist the mountain’s kōkako breeding programme. Speaking after the first Waipa District Council Maungatautari Reserve Committee meeting of the year, Hughes said Sanctuary Mountain was licensed for up to 20 adult birds, but that did not mean it would definitely receive 20. Department of Conservation representative Niwha Jones left Monday’s meeting with a message for conservation minister Tama Potaka from Waipā district councillor DaleMaree Morgan “Go back and tell that minister of yours he needs to do better,” she said. The operator of the world’s largest predator proof fence made a $580,000 loss last financial year after the Department of Conservation withdrew one revenue stream from the project also funded by the council alongside Waikato Regional Council. Jones did not answer Morgan’s criticism or take any part in the committee meeting which lasted about 90 minutes. But Potaka told The News in a statement that Maungatautari Ecological Island Trust Sanctuary did great mahi for precious native species. “In February, I announced $750,000 funding from the International Visitor Levy to support their efforts. Department of Conservation – Te Papa Atawhai staff have agreed high-level allocation of funding for the threatened species and will transfer those funds in July,” he said. “Local DOC staff are in regular contact

The calm after the storm and hours of work clearing tree fall and fixing the pest-proof fence at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari.

with trust representatives about how the department can provide further non-financial support to protect the significant biodiversity values and threatened taonga species at the sanctuary.” The sanctuary relies on the integrity of its fence, which is under constant pressure. Predator incursions had increased to 20 this year, and one fence breach repaired this month following a tree fall. The number of mountain rangers has dropped from 14 two years ago to four and two are on call all the time to deal with fence breaches. Hughes is interviewing to fill four vacancies

to bring ranger numbers up to eight. She told the committee the trust was seeking to recoup last year’s loss through the sale of 2024 vintage carbon credits at $12 per hectare. “We are hoping that this will go well,” she said. “We would be looking at cost recovery on that loss that we made last year.” Hughes has appointed a part time tourism manager who was looking at doubling visitor numbers to raise revenue. In 2023-24 20,145 people visited the maunga. A $20,000 advertising grant from WEL Energy Trust was helping achieve that goal. A 24 per cent visitor increase coincided with last

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All of the King Country premiership action took place at Waitomo Domain on Saturday as the inform Waitete side trampled over the locals 74–5. In the process Waitete scored 12 tries to one and Callum Hedley converting six. In what is developing into a hotly contested top of the table scramble the victory has the Te Kuiti club vying for the number one spot on the ladder in a three-horse war with Tongariro United and Taupo Marist. Waitomo, on the other hand, are firmly anchored to the bottom and continue to cough up some large scorelines. On Saturday the sides arrived greeted by a superb winter’s day with a ground in immaculate condition thanks to the grand efforts of groundsman Crusty Dimond who

works tirelessly. Another feature of the day was the premiership debut of referee Dan Tasker and there could have been few complaints as he did an outstanding job. Waitete opened the scoring through a Rico Bell try after just 3 minutes and many hearts sank. However, it took a further 15 minutes before Baven Brown Jnr extended the lead to 12 with the first of his five tries. Waitomo then lifted with their pack gaining some dominance and appearing to rattle Waitete at set piece and with second five Freemin Te Whare putting in some fine attacking kicks they had field position. Evergreen fullback Vaughan Haylock tore down the embankment touchline and slipped past Brown to dot down an impeccably placed Te Whare cross kick and suddenly 12 – 5 had the momentum swinging in Waitomo’s

favour. However just before the break it was Brown who crossed for two rather soft tries to put the game seemingly beyond the home sides reach. After the break tries to Atholl Snedden, Shannon Yorke, Finn Hahn, Carlos Karaitiana, Phayzen Marshall and two more to Brown Jnr franked total domination of proceedings. After the game the Waitomo officials remained somewhat upbeat as they look ahead to their last three games against opposition that should be a notch below the teams they have played in the second round so far. The Waitete camp is happy as they continue to tick the right boxes and are look forward to a key matchup top of the table clash with Tongariro United in Te Kuiti this

week. The Tongariro side will be licking their wounds this week having lost out to Taupo Marist 25-20 last weekend and in the process surrendered the Hetet Sheild which will now go on the line against Waitete in a fortnight. In Taumarunui the Districts team locked up fourth place with a 20 – 5 home derby victory over The Eels. The Waitete women’s side travelled to Hamilton and turned the tables on Hamilton Marist 36-27 as they challenge for a top four spot. This week the main game is in Te Kuiti will see Waitete play Tongariro United while out at Waitomo the home side face off against Piopio and Taupo Marist will look to continue their winning ways with a clash against Taumarunui Eels.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025

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With new season roses arriving in garden centres, it’s the perfect time to start (or refresh) your rose garden. Winter and early spring are ideal for planting bareroot roses, giving them time to settle in and establish strong root systems before the growing season kicks off. Remember your rose garden doesn’t have to be a traditional, formal just planted with roses. Gone are the days when rose gardens meant neatly clipped hedges, straight lines, and nothing but roses. Today’s rose gardens can be vibrant, relaxed, and full of personality—more like a living canvas than a museum exhibit. Think beyond structure and symmetry, and imagine an explosion of colours, textures, and scents, where roses are the stars but they share the stage with all sorts of other lovelies. Pair your favourite roses with hardy perennials like salvias, nepeta, aquilegia to bring in colour echoes and contrast. Let native grasses dance in the breeze around them, softening the look and adding movement. Better yet, include New Zealand natives in the mix. Compact

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Thinking of Selling? • Easy Going, Worked With Me, Recommended! Helpful and experienced Salesperson, gave me so much confidence in purchasing this property. Buyer • Keeping It Simple It was a delight having Craig on this house buying journey, as he knew the property and area very well. His advice was honest and real, and he kept the process simple which is valued when dealing with all the other legalities. Without Craig, my partner and I may have not considered this purchase and would be still hunting for our whanau whenua. Cheers to you! Buyer • Very Good Communication & Knowledge Craig kept me informed. He made the entire process stress free and kept to my budget. Great communication and he knows his stuff. Thanks Craig. Buyer • Excellent Very Happy We highly recommend Craig, he has outstanding service, easy to communicate with. He’s always on time with our open homes and always kept in contact if there were any changes, many thanks for all your assistance with selling our home. Seller • Craig’s An Awesome Guy To Deal With Someone who has contacts and knows his stuff! 10/10 Craig was very easy to deal with and to talk to...he kept us informed throughout the process from start to finish. We were very pleased with the outcome and communication between parties, highly recommend this honest, professional, and down-to-earth agent! Results achieved within the given time frame. Seller • Genuine Care So grateful for the warm welcome, and ease of the transaction. Good country style values and ethics. Very happy with Craig and his team. Buyer

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Open Homes This Week:

Blue Ribbon Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Sunday 15 June Ōtorohanga

$655,000 3

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22636

30 Orahiri Terrace

Deadline 2

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/TA23838

12.45 - 1.15pm 10 Orahiri Terrace

$425,000 2

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22685

1.30 - 2.00pm

14 Domain Drive

$415,000 2

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22679

1.45 - 2.15pm

17 Thomson Avenue

$789,000 4

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/TA23845

2.15 - 2.45pm

35 Main North Road

Deadline 3

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22683

12.30 - 1.00pm

7 George Street

$455,000 3

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/KC6575

3.15 - 3.45pm

72 Mangarino Street

Deadline 2

blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22684

12.00 - 12.30pm 1 Sargent Place 12.45 - 1.15pm

Ōtorohanga 35 Main North Road

Ōtorohanga 14 Domain Drive

Te Kūiti

For Sale Deadline closes Wed 25 June, 1pm (USP) View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22683 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

For Sale $415,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22679 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

Ōtorohanga 10 Orahiri Terrace

Ōtorohanga 18 Karaka Road

Ōtorohanga 4 Tutunui Street

Ōtorohanga 4 Glendon Place

For Sale $650,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22682 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

For Sale $560,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22666 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

For Sale $399,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22622 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

Ōtorohanga 30 Orahiri Terrace

Ōtorohanga 8 Orahiri Terrace

LIFESTYLE Ōtorohanga 21A Blucks Road

Ōtorohanga 1 Sargent Place

For Sale $425,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22685 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

3000sqm

For Sale Deadline closes Wed 18 June, 1pm (USP) View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/TA23838 Troy Richardson M 0277 100 102

For Sale Deadline closes Thurs 12 June, 1pm (USP) View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22678 Antonia Jongmans M 027 656 1506

For Sale $849,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22663 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

For Sale $655,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22636 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

Te Kūiti 72 Mangarino Street

Te Kūiti 6 Ngatai Street

Te Kūiti 9 Duke Street

Ōtorohanga 36 Kakamutu Road

1945sqm

For Sale Deadline closes Wed 25 June, 1pm (USP) View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22684 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

For Sale $599,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22494 Antonia Jongmans M 027 656 1506

For Sale Offers over $280,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/KC6569 Ella Barnard M 027 202 3297

For Sale $440,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22662 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

Te Kūiti 14 Mangarino Street

Te Kūiti 21 Ward Street

Te Kūiti 27 Rata Street

Te Kūiti 7 George Street

For Sale Deadline closes Thurs 12 June, 1pm (USP) View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/KC6577 Ella Barnard & Troy Richardson M 027 202 3297 M 0277 100 102

For Sale $309,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/KC6576 Ella Barnard & Antonia Jongmans M 027 202 3297 M 027 656 1506

For Sale $569,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/OH22654 Kerry Harty & Karen Lennox M 027 294 6215 M 027 559 4468

For Sale $455,000 View blueribbonharcourts.co.nz/KC6575 Craig McKellar M 0274 572 450

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THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025

Piopio 2 Kuku Street

Piopio 4 Kiwi Street Tender

Opportunity knocks

Three bedroom home in PioPio

We've got a great opportunity here to plan a new life for yourself. Located at the upper end of a quiet cul-de-sac street in Piopio this bare section is awaiting its new owner. At just over 1,000 m2, this section is the perfect spot to build your new abode with rural and urban views on an elevated site. Get in touch with the agent for more property information.

Tender closes 4.00pm, Tue 1st Jul, 2025, Property Brokers, 131 Rora Street, Te Kuiti View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU201407

Lynne Aldridge M 0210 224 4700

Te Kuiti 7 Lawrence Street

Massive price reduction on Lawrence!

The price has been slashed by $55,000! Get in touch now! Set on a flat, easy-care section in a prime location, it's close to the local school and main town center, making it perfect for families or those seeking convenience. The kitchen features polished floors, and all rooms are generously sized for comfortable living. Large windows off the lounge soak up the sun, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The bathroom includes a combined shower, toilet, and shower-over-bath. Additionally, there's a the bonus of an extra shower and toilet in the back area, ideal for guests or a busy household.

For Sale Buyers $320,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU166354

For Sale $320,000 This charming three-bedroom home in PioPio offers a cozy and View By appointment comfortable living space, perfect for families or individuals looking for a peaceful retreat and a functional kitchen. The home Web pb.co.nz/TEU205523 is heated via a fireplace and heat pump. The property is fully fenced, providing privacy and security. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and the convenience of a heat pump for all-season comfort. With double garaging, there is ample space for parking and storage. Don't miss the opportunity to own this lovely home in PioPio. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and make this property yours! Mary Tapu M 027 474 9869

Te Kuiti 3 Elizabeth Street

Te Kuiti 9 Craig Terrace

Easy living on Elizabeth Street

Classic character on Craig

Situated on a 500 m2 flat, fully fenced section, this 83 m2 weatherboard home, built in the 1960s, is perfect for first-home buyers, investors, or downsizers. The home features three bedrooms, a combined lounge and dining area, and a tidy bathroom. A heat pump, along with ceiling and underfloor insulation, ensures year-round comfort. Carpet and vinyl flooring add to the home's lowmaintenance.

Perched on a 632 m2 sloping section, this 1940s classic offers four bedrooms and one bathroom, within the 100 m2 home making it a great opportunity for investors. The kitchen and dining area combine seamlessly, providing a functional space for everyday living. Enjoy year-round comfort with air conditioning, while insulation in the ceiling, walls, and underfloor ensures a cozy environment.

For Sale $425,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU205648

Mary Tapu M 027 474 9869

For Sale Buyers $350,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU192005 4

Piopio 7/5 Kaka Street

Piopio 9 Kuku Street

Te Kuiti 6 Elizabeth Street

Mahoenui 7 Gribbon Road

Retirement living on Kaka

Kuku Street charm with rural views

Potential plus

Your search is over!

Unit 7 is being offered for sale being one of the four privately owned dwellings among the eleven residential properties in the village. No 7 has two bedrooms, one bathroom and a separate laundry. The open plan kitchen/dining/living area has exposed beams and is very light and airy. The living area has a wrap around deck to make the most of the sunny position of this home.

Welcome to 9 Kuku Street - a solid 120 m2, three-bedroom brick home built in 1963, offering timeless appeal and a tranquil setting. Set on an expansive 820 m2 flat section, this well-maintained property combines classic features with practical living in a quiet culde-sac. Elevated and north-facing, the home enjoys an abundance of natural light and sunshine throughout the day.

Built in 1925 this solid older style home has some lovely features and is ready for you to add some value. You will find three bedrooms, a large wet area bathroom, separate toilet and laundry. The kitchen/diner flows seamlessly to the lounge which has a cosy wood fireplace and the HRV system transfers the heat to the rest of the house.

This fabulous family home has been re-furbished in recent years and is now ready for it's new family to enjoy. At one end of the house you will find three good sized double bedrooms and a family bathroom and at the other there is a single bedroom and another double room with a walk in wardrobe and a shower room. The large living room with a good sized woodburner.

For Sale $289,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU205168 2

Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 |

Lynne Aldridge M 0210 224 4700

For Sale $399,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU205085 3

Lynne Aldridge M 0210 224 4700

For Sale $315,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU197684 3

Lynne Aldridge M 0210 224 4700

For Sale Buyers $399,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/TEU176386 5

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THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025 New Listing

New Listing

Open Home

FOR SALE

Low maintenance three bedroom home, master with walk in robe. Concrete pad with an 8x8 shed. Walking distance to town and schools. Phone Buzz.

This three bedroom, one bathroom home offers a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers or those looking to invest in the PioPio community. Ph Buzz.

Four bedroom home on a generous 2197sqm (approx) elevated section with an inviting outdoor entertaining area and expansive views. Phone Sam.

This well maintained property features three bedroom, heat pump, DVS and a lovely deck/patio area with views. Phone Buzz.

For Sale $520,000

For Sale $379,000

For Sale $595,000

For Sale Offers over $530,000

View Sunday 15 June, 11.45 - 12.15pm rwtekuiti.co.nz/TEK30300

View Sunday 15 June, 12.45 - 1.15pm rwtekuiti.co.nz/TEK30297

View Sunday 15 June, 11.00 - 12.00pm rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30309

View Sunday 15 June, 11.00 - 11.30am rwtekuiti.co.nz/TEK30298

2 Kiwi Street, Te Kuiti

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Open Home

17 Kaka Street, Piopio

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

63 Mangarino Street, Te Kūiti

18 Colin Brook Place, Te Kūiti

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Open Home

DEADLINE SALE

FOR SALE

This elevated, three bedroom, art deco inspired home boasts outstanding views. Phone Lorraine.

This expansive four bedroom home is complete with an office, second toilet and a versatile single garage or rumpus room. Phone Sam or John R.

A beautifully preserved 1900's villa featuring native timber ceiling and floors, sash windows and bullnose verandah. On Maori lease land. Phone Lorraine.

Features four bedrooms plus an office, internal access double garaging, inground salt water pool and all on an elevated 1206sqm (approx) site. Phone Julie.

39 Gradara Avenue, Ōtorohanga Deadline Sale Closes 18 June 2025 at 1.00pm at Ray White Otorohanga, unless sold prior

35 Gradara Avenue, Ōtorohanga

5 Ranfurly Street, Ōtorohanga

5 Long View Crescent, Ōtorohanga

For Sale $639,000

For Sale $290,000

For Sale $675,000

View Sunday 15 June, 2.00 - 3.00pm rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30282

View Sunday 15 June, 12.00 - 1.00pm rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30297

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30286

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30306

FOR SALE

This stunning four bedroom home has a separate room in the double garage with bathroom and kitchen facilities. Perfect for families seeking space. Ph John P.

This three bedroom, one bathroom home offers a heat pump, wood burner, separate lounge, separate laundry and a quaint front porch. Selling 'as is'. Phone Lorraine.

This three bedroom house provides a cosy retreat, complete with fireplace and heat pump. Also a lovely deck, single garage and a garden shed. Ph Buzz.

A very tidy one bedroom home with a separate toilet, near new carpet, near new carport, raised garden beds and a ramp for easy access to the home. Ph Lorraine.

For Sale $650,000 REDUCED

For Sale $320,000 REDUCED

For Sale $559,000

For Sale Offers over $340,000 REDUCED

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30277

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30303

rwtekuiti.co.nz/TEK30299 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30299

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

FOR SALE

Modern four bedroom home with two luxurious bathrooms, set on 2.2ha (approx). The home features double glazing, high quality durable flooring and a fully fenced house section. Ph Lorraine.

This three bedroom home, on a generous 784sqm (approx) section offers open plan dining and kitchen which flows out to deck and large backyard. Ph Sam.

This remarkable lifestyle property combines modern living with the tranquility of rural life. Featuring five bedrooms, a separate lounge for relaxation, two family rooms, triple garaging and three bay garage. Ph Buzz.

A spacious split level, three bedroom, two bathroom home, designed to capture the sun and views, sits elevated on a 1056sqm (approx) section. Ph Lorraine.

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

18 Karaka Road, Ōtorohanga

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

67A McIvor Road, Ōtorohanga

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

44 Phillips Avenue, Ōtorohanga

3 Bledisloe Avenue, Ōtorohanga

For Sale $455,000 REDUCED

For Sale $910.000

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

70A Mountain View Road, Ōtorohanga

51A Hinewai Street, Ōtorohanga

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

100 Tate Road, Te Kūiti

22 Colin Brook Place, Te Kūiti

For Sale $549,000 REDUCED

For Sale $955,000

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30249

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30288

rwtekuiti.co.nz/TEK30270

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30275

FOR SALE

This generous 1876sqm ( approx ) block offers rural views that surround the property. Power, water, and telecommunications at the gate and no covenants. Phone John Pinny.

Four bedroom home, open plan living, double garage, decking, conservatory plus sunporch on an 883sqm (approx) section. Short walk to beach. Phone Julie.

A great opportunity in peaceful Aotea Village. A modern two bedroom home with a large deck plus a self-contained sleepout with a great BBQ area. Just a short stroll to the beach. Phone Julie.

It isn't often a property like this becomes available. This is a great opportunity to combine work with coastal living. Cabins, tent and caravan sites. Ph Julie.

For Sale $750,000

View by appointment rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30222

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Lot 1, 52 Old Te Kuiti Rd, Ōtorohanga

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

127 Ash Terrace, Aotea Harbour

For Sale $579,000 REDUCED

For Sale $285,000 rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30311 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Ray White

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30242 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

John Rothery AREINZ Otorohanga 027 561 0530

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

66 Ash Terrace, Kawhia

232 Waiwera Street, Kawhia

rwotorohanga.co.nz/OTO30269 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Julie Burgess Otorohanga 021 184 1382

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Lorraine Fox Otorohanga 027 664 4087

Ōtorohanga 07 873 7606 Te Kūiti 07 444 7003 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

For Sale $999,000 + GST (if any) REDUCED

Rural/Lifestyle Agents Te Awamutu/Otorohanga

Sam Baggott Otorohanga 027 855 8472

John Pinny Otorohanga 021 555 736

Buzz Linn Te Kuiti 027 496 0053

John Pinny....................021 555 736 Noldy Rust ............... 027 255 3047 Cherie Kemp ........... 027 271 9806

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COMMUNITY SERVICES Citizens Advice Bureau -Ōtorohanga, Te Kūiti and Taumarunui (free legal advice)...................................................................0800 367 222/07 878 7636 Community Mental Health Service.............................................07 878 8767 Emergencies..............................................................................0800 505 050 Counselling Services North King Country Mon - Fri, 9am - 3pm...................................................................07 873 7676 Waitomo Women’s Refuge Helpline.................07 878 5081 or 0800 733 843 Te Kūiti Hospital..........................................................................07 878 7333 Cancer Society supportive care nurse......................................0800 227 744 Te Kūiti Community House .........................................................07 878 5272 NKC Family Support Mon - Fri, 9am - 3pm...................................07 873 6502 Noise Control (Waitomo District Council)...................................07 878 0800 Noise Control (Ōtorohanga District Council)..............................07 878 4000 Ōtorohanga District Council (24 hrs)..........................................07 873 4000 Waitomo District Council (24hrs)............................................0800 932 4357 Victim Support Services.................................027 281 1499 or 0800 842 846

Ph 0800 288 800

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White Ridge Contracting is an earthmoving business based in the King Country/Waikato. We require an honest, reliable person, quick on the uptake to join our team. You would be based at our office between Piopio and Aria. Duties would include accounts payable, general administration and admin support for our full team. Some knowledge of Xero would be an advantage but not essential. If this sounds like you please email your CV to

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• Emptying septic tanks • CCTV pipeline inspection • Jetting drainage pipelines • Spreading animal effluent

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The Lines Company (TLC) is proud to keep over 18,000 customers connected to electricity throughout the King Country, Ruapehu and Central Plateau. The company is owned by the Waitomo Energy Services Customer Trust (WESCT) on behalf of its Beneficiaries, who receive TLC discounts through twice-yearly discount credits to their account from the company. The Shareholder, WESCT, seeks to appoint a Director to TLC’s board due to the retirement of an incumbent director. The appointee must have strong audit and risk capabilities and will demonstrate a strategic and commercially focused mindset, working collaboratively to ensure successful long-term business performance. WESCT is seeking an individual who possesses a genuine passion for rural communities, understands their unique challenges, and is dedicated to ensuring that their well-being remains at the forefront of decision-making. Applicants will ideally be qualified Chartered Accountants with strong treasury, risk and financial expertise. They should bring a proven track record of contributing to the financial success and longterm strategic planning of a substantial organisation, ideally with experience at the governance level. Familiarity with technology, including ERP systems, at a governance level would be advantageous. Good emotional intelligence, strategic thinking capability, commercial acumen, and a high level of intellect are all attributes for success in this role. Experience in the energy/ electricity sector is not essential. TLC’s board meets ten times per year, predominantly in Te Kūiti, and WESCT is seeking to make an appointment in July, with a view to commencing on 1 October. Candidates can apply online at www.sheffield.co.nz. To apply by email, please attach your cover letter and CV and send to cvchc@sheffield.co.nz quoting 8928KCN. Applications close on 22 June 2025. For more information please phone Louise Green on 03 353 4367.

To advertise phone Janine 027 287 0005 or email janine@goodlocal.nz

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PUBLIC NOTICES

Piopio and Districts Museum Trust

AGM

Thursday, June 12, 2025

THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025

PUBLIC NOTICES

Waitomo District Council Opening Hours

Ministry of Health Advice Plumbosolvency - WDC

Tuesday 17 June 2025

The WDC Customer Services and Visitor Hub, Library and Admin Building will be closed on Tuesday 17 June 2025 until 11am.

at the Piopio Senior Citizens Rooms, at 7pm

We will still be available by phone on 0800 932 4357.

Come along and support this great local Museum!

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

WDC Matariki Public Holiday Service Hours

TENDER OPPORTUNITY

Unsealed Road Metalling – Contract C1160 Ōtorohanga District Council is inviting tenders for the provision of unsealed road metalling services across its roading network. The contract involves grouped sections of roads each year, including (but not limited to) pre-grading, minor repairs, drainage cut-outs, and the supply, placement and compaction of aggregate. Tender Details: • Tender Opens: 6 June 2025 at 10am • Tender Questions Deadline: 23 June 2025 at 4pm • Tender Closes: 26 June 2025 at 2pm • GETS Reference: RFx ID 31801479 Full tender documentation and details are available on www.GETS.govt.nz (Government Electronic Tenders Service) website using the RFx ID above. For any enquiries, please contact Ōtorohanga District Council at andrews@otodc.govt.nz.

Friday 20 June 2025

Waitomo District Library - Closed. Kerbside Collection - Will operate as usual. Waitomo District Landfill - Closed. All Transfer Stations - Closed as usual. All other Transfer Station services will continue as normal over the weekend.

the 2025/26 year is now open. Register before 31 July 2025 to avoid late fees. Your dog registration fees help keep our community safe. They fund important services like dog patrols, responding to aggressive or roaming dogs, maintaining the pound, reuniting lost pets with their owners, and supporting responsible dog ownership. Every registration helps protect people, pets, and property.

Tags & Collars • Registration Tags: Free • Replacement Tags: Free • Dog Collar – Small: $13.00 • Dog Collar – Large: $20.00

To be successful in this role you will have:

Te Kuiti CAB

222 Rora St, Te Kuiti Phone 07 8787636 Email tekuiti@cab.org.nz

Other Dog Control Fees • Rehoming Fees: Actual cost • Microchip: $35.00 • Vet Costs: Actual cost • Special Owner Property Check: $40.00 • Property Compliance Monitoring (2nd+ Inspections): • Urban: $80.00 • Rural/Kāwhia: $3.50/km beyond 5 km from Ōtorohanga (includes staff time) Pound Fees • Seizure Fee: $70.00 • Poundage – First Impoundment: $80.00 • Poundage – Second or More: $155.00 • Uplift for Barking/Threat/Non-Registration: Actual and reasonable costs • Sustenance (per dog per day): $20.00 • Surrender Disposal Fee: $90.00 • Notification Fee (for impounding): $50.00

You will also be proactive and be able to develop in-depth knowledge of financial systems and technology to enhance service delivery and the customer experience.

WHAT HAPPENS IF MY RATES ARE NOT PAID BY JUNE 30 2025?

Our people are fundamental to our success. We are a committed team and our values are the foundation of our organisational culture: teamwork, positivity, bold and brave, compassion, integrity and community minded.

If you are unable to pay rates by June 30, 25 don’t panic - contact Rates Officer to discuss an acceptable payment arrangement.

To apply for this role, please visit our recruitment website www.joinourteam.co.nz

Communication is the key. Contact rates@otodc.govt.nz or 0800 734 000 if you have any questions and or need to set up a payment arrangement.

email editor@goodlocal.nz

A friendly reminder to all dog owners that registration for

Registration Fees • Urban Dog: $162.00 • Urban + Neutered Dog: $127.00 • Urban + Special Owner Dog: $127.00 • Special Owner + Neutered Dog: $70.00 • Rural + Special Owner Dog: $70.00 • Late registration penalty: 50% of the applicable fee (after 31 July)

As the Finance Officer you will be responsible for the high quality, accurate processing of our accounts payable and payroll. You will also support the team with a range of financial processes including processing bank statement transactions, monthly accruals, reconciliations and assisting with the preparation of the Annual Report.

GOT A NEWS TIP?

IT’S TIME TO REGISTER YOUR DOG ŌTOROHANGA

Dog Control Fees (Dog Control Act 1996, proposed from 1 July 2025)

Are you savvy with numbers, highly organised and detail-orientated? We’d love you to join our team!

Applications close: Thursday 19 June 2025

This simple tip is recommended for all households (both public and private water supplies).

WDC Admin Building - Closed.

Join Our Team - Finance Officer

Here at Waitomo District Council, we are proud of the work we produce and the long-standing relationships we build within our community. As an employee of WDC, you will be part of a friendly, supportive and goal focused team. The work environment is varied, challenging, and rewarding.

Although the health risk is small, the Ministry of Health recommends that you discard a mugful of water from your tap each morning before use, to remove any metal that may have dissolved from the plumbing fittings.

Customer Services and Visitor Hub - Closed. Our call centre operates 24/7. For after hours please call 0800 932 4357.

SITUATIONS VACANT

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role • Sound knowledge of financial systems and processes • Strong analytical skill and mathematical ability • High level of accuracy and attention to detail • Highly developed skills in Excel • Excellent interpersonal skills • Excellent time management skills and be able to manage competing demands

Sometimes small traces of metal can accumulate in plumbing fittings.

If rates are left unpaid, Council has the legal power to take the following steps for collection of rate arrears: • Where there is a mortgage on the property, under Section 62 (1) of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, provides for Councils to recover rates owing from the Mortgagee i.e. lending institution. • Forward the account to our Debt Collection agency for collection, which may impact on your Credit Rating

Stock & Animal Impounding Fees (Impounding Act 1955) • All Stock (generic): $130.00 Other Animal Fees • Notification Advertisement: Actual cost • Repeated Impounding (same owner): Double the initial impounding fee • Surrender of Impounded Stock: Actual cost • Vet Fees for Impounded Stock: Actual cost Grazing (Sustenance) Fees • Horses, Cattle, Donkeys, Deer, Pigs: $15.00/day • Sheep, Goats, Others: $10.00/day Stock Driving Charges • Stock Driving (per officer, per hour): $150.00 (plus mileage at council rates & after-hours/other reasonable costs) Roaming Stock on Council Land (per day unless stated) General Roaming Fees • Horse, Cattle, Deer, Pig: $15.00 • Sheep, Goat, Other Animal: $10.00

If you have any queries, please contact Council at info@otodc.govt.nz or call 0800 734 000

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FORSTER, Stephen Douglas (Steve) – Passed away suddenly but peacefully on 7th June 2025, aged 64 years. Loving husband of Cheryl. Loving and devoted father of Greg and Hilary. “Always unapologetically Steve” A celebration of Steve’s life will be held at Alexandra House Chapel, 570 Alexandra St, Te Awamutu on Friday, 13th June 2025 at 1pm followed by private cremation. All communications to the Forster family, PO Box 137, Te Awamutu 3840. Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ

St David's Presbyterian Church St David's Presbyterian RanfurlyChurch St, Ranfurly St, Ōtorohanga Ōtorohanga

Services Sunday 10am

Services Session clerk Ph 07 87310am 8735 Sunday Room bookings

Graeme & Kath Denize celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on 12th June. What an incredible milestone for you both. With love and admiration from all your family.

Family Notices

• Engagements • Weddings • Births • Anniversaries • Bereavements • In Memoriam etc

PILTON, Doreen – Peacefully at Radius Care Windsor Court, Ohaupo on Thursday, 5 June 2025 aged 88 years. Loved wife if the late Ron. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Kristine, and the late Anthony. Loved "Nanan" of five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff at Radius Care Windsor Court for the care and attention that they gave to Doreen. Messages to the ‘Pilton Family’ can be sent c/- Rosetown Funerals, 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800 or in Doreen’s online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz.

clerk PhSession Nina 027 237 2382

OFFICE HOURS Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 3.00pm

DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

ALL WELCOME. Pastors Peter & Carole Coventry (An Assemblies of God Church)

Sunday morning service

GRAZING

DEATH NOTICES

Sunday Service @ 10.30am 5 Tuhoro Street, Ōtorohanga Ph 07 873 8890 Mob 027 493 0117 Email harvest.pc@xtra.co.nz

St Bride's Anglican Church Haerehuka St Ōtorohanga

REPAIRS

ANNIVERSARIES

Harvest Church Ōtorohanga

Mōkau contact: 06 752 9123

FIREWOOD for sale – Dry shed stored gum, lawson, mac mix. $110 per cube. Ph or Txt 027 371 8474

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All Saints Piopio 22 Moa St Sunday 10am

Piopio contact: 07 877 8097

PUBLIC NOTICES

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PIOPIO ARIA MŌKAU CO-OPERATING PARISH

CHURCH NOTICES

GOATS WANTED Will buy or muster feral goats Prompt pick up and payment Ph Gavin 027 877 7512 or 07 877 7512

PUBLIC NOTICES

Te Kūiti Bowling Club Inc AGM & Prizegiving Sunday, June 29 at 1pm at the bowling club, Tammadge St, Te Kūiti Please bring a plate for afternoon tea Nau mai, haere mai All welcome

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70 Maniapoto St, ŌTOROHANGA 07 873 7008 159 Rora St, TE KŪITI 07 878 8913

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Ph 07 873 8735 St Luke's Room bookings Anglican Church Ph Nina Te237 Kūiti 027 2382 10am Holy Communion Service All welcome

Call Janine 027 287 0005 or email janine@goodlocal.nz FUNERAL SERVICES

Phone parish office 07 878 8026

CHURCH NOTICES

King Country Christians meet every Sunday in the Piopio Senior Citizens Hall, Weka Street, Piopio, at 10.30am Phone Judy 021135946

Everyone is welcome!

The Rosetown Funerals team L to R: Jim Goddin, Teri Keir and Jordan Goss

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