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What lies behind the mask

More than 20,000 New Zealanders have In˜ammatory Bowel Disease [IBD]. But most people are oblivious because it is rarely spoken about and invisible to the naked eye. However, a Masterton artist is doing her part to unmask what living with a chronic disease really looks like, JOHN LAZO-RON reports. The world observed IBD Day on May 19. IBD is a chronic, incurable, inflammatory disease also known as Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Symptoms include bloody diarrhoea, bowel blockages, abdominal pain, perforated intestines, and abscesses and inflammation in the anal area. ‘Flares’ of the disease frequently

involve emergency hospitalisation, and repeated, irreversible, surgeries to remove sections of the bowel. New Zealand has one of the highest per-capita rates of IBD in the world. It is growing at more than 5 per cent per year, making it the third-highest rate in the world. Despite the severity of the disease, no one hears about it because no one speaks about it, due mainly to a lack of knowledge and understanding.

Masterton artist Katie Gracie is hoping her art work will shed some light on all of those issues, and show others what people with a chronic disease really go through. Gracie was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis nine years ago. Since then, IBD had hit her energy levels, diet, and how her body functioned as a whole, to take a turn

for the worst. She told Midweek, IBD was a persistent inside battle that not only affected you physically, but also mentally, with many who have it, putting on a brave face to hide what they were going through. Continued on page 3

Masterton artist Katie Gracie, Masterton mayor Lyn Patterson and Wairarapa MP Kieran McAnulty, with the mannequins Gracie designed for the ‘Unmasking IBD’ exhibition. PHOTO/HANNAH SMITH

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Masterton Mayor Lyn Patterson opened the Waipoua swing bridge for all users last week after repairs to the timber decking.

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The ‘Unmasking IBD’ artistic installation was unveiled at the Grand Hall of Parliament on May 24.

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Katie Gracie speaks at the Unmasking IBD exhibit.

Mask comes off the brave face Continued from page 1 “No one wants to talk about their bowels,” she said. “When this condition flares up, it can be relentless and exhausting, like having a continual tummy bug that doesn’t ease up. “Most people won’t even notice it though, because what people see in someone diagnosed with the disease is very different from what is actually happening ‘behind the scenes’.” To help raise awareness, Gracie was approached by Crohn’s and Colitis New Zealand to help commemorate World IBD Day by putting an artistic installation together called, ‘Unmasking IBD’. For five weeks, she worked on painting four bare mannequins – a little girl, a gentleman, a younger woman, and an elderly lady – who had happy healthy-looking masks attached to their

Prominent New Zealanders created doodles to empathise and raise awareness of people suffering from chronic illnesses. PHOTOS/HANNAH SMITH

faces. But once you took the masks off, what you would see was miserable

sickly looking figures. Gracie said the concept of the mannequins was to

show there were numerous people with chronic diseases who wear ‘masks’ to hide their illnesses in everyday life. Although fully behind the concept, Gracie admits painting the sick-looking mannequins initially felt weird because it went against her trade as an artist where she was trained to make things beautiful. “It was a physical challenge because it felt against everything I’ve done,” she said. “I found that quite confronting ... to undo something. However, as I was doing it I was thinking about how I’ve felt like that myself. How I’ve looked terrible and then I go out and people don’t know that I’m sick.” “I ended up finding it really therapeutic.” The mannequins were eventually unveiled at the Grand Hall of Parliament on May 24, where prominent New Zealanders such as Ashley Bloomfield

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got in on the art act by creating doodles to go with the installation. Wairarapa MP Kieran McAnulty was at the event and praised Gracie’s message through her mannequin artwork. “The IBD event in Parliament was fantastic. I was proud to see the strong Wairarapa contingent there,” he said. “Katie Gracie’s art installation really brought home the message that people whom suffer from IBD really do wear masks in public,” he said. Since then, McAnulty has offered his ongoing support and advocacy for people with chronic illnesses. “I think this is definitely something that needs more exposure and support. The more people become aware of it the better.” ‘Unmasking IBD’ would now be exhibited in several cities throughout New Zealand until the end of the year.

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4 Wairarapa Midweek Local News Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Founder of the Wairarapa Women in Business Group Nikki King. PHOTO/JOHN LAZO-RON

Business women rated as remarkable John Lazo-Ron john.lazo-ron@age.co.nz

As the countdown begins toward Wairarapa’s Remarkable Women in Business Expo, nominations for the associating inaugural Remarkable Women Awards have been revealed. More than 50 Wairarapa women have been nominated across nine categories, with the winners to be announced at a glittering dinner at Wairarapa’s Solway Showgrounds on June 18-19. Initially there were eight awards, with the ‘Contribution to Wairarapa’s Community’ award recently added to the showpiece. The awards were part of the Remarkable Women in Business Expo running for the first time this year. The general public nominated the finalists, and a panel of judges pick the winners based on the information about the nominee. Wairarapa Women in Business Group founder and co-host of the event Nikki King said there were 120 seats for the awards and 41 tickets had sold within 24 hours of naming the finalists. “Everything is tracking really well,” she said.

The 2021 awards nominees Innovation

Becky Bateman Daria Borshcheva Heidi Ward-McGrath Jane Cooper and Lesley Reidy Marie-Claire Andrews Sara Orsborn Sarah Percy and Sarah Donaldson

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Masterton District Council Award for Outstanding Wisdom and Guidance

Ceara Lile Claire Wells Emily Court Joanna Hehir Rachael Dell

“The quantity and quality of nominations we’ve received for this inaugural event have been quite incredible. “Our independent judges have a very tough task ahead of them to pick winners from such a diverse and exceptional group of women. “We’re all looking

Jude Clark Mena Antonio Nickie Sheehan Toni Kennerley Tracey Higgins Tracey Lindsay

forward to hearing their stories because each one of them has achieved so much, often in the face of enormous challenges.” King said all nominees thoroughly deserved to be considered for their considerable contribution to the region. “What was really nice was hearing of the

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excitement of the ladies who got nominated. “It’s nice for these women to be recognised for what they do. It makes them feel special, and they are special for what they do.” Expecting a full house for the awards, King said she was overwhelmed by the response to the

upcoming event in general, which outgrew her initial expectations. “I didn’t think it would grow so big, but it has grown so huge,” she said. “I think every time we make a step further with this, it gets more exciting. “Women here have really embraced this. I think they’ve been waiting

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for it, to be honest.” The expo aims to showcase, celebrate, and inspire people by the diverse range of successful woman who make up Wairarapa’s business community. King said they would have decision-makers and influencers from across Wairarapa at the event with more than 26 indoor stalls during the two days, while also having some outdoor stalls. She said the expo would have more than just corporate stalls with a tattoo artist also coming in to showcase her skills, giving people a chance to get a tattoo. “We have a wide range of different businesses, so there’s a good spread of different women’s businesses”. King said there was a little misunderstanding with some people believing the expo was solely for women, but she encouraged men to come along. “It’s called Remarkable Woman, but men can come in and see what our woman are doing. We positively want men to support these women.” • Tickets to the Remarkable Women Awards can be bought at remarkable businesswomen.co.nz.

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A new partnership to sponsor and strengthen the arts is coming to Wairarapa. More than 60 people gathered at Aratoi, the region’s Museum of Art and History, to celebrate New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty taking up naming rights for the next two Wairarapa Art Reviews [the Review] in 2021 and 2023. The Thursday evening event to mark the milestone was organised by Friends of Aratoi [Friends], a group which supports and advocates for the Museum and coordinates the biennial Review. Friends chairperson Sandra Debney told the gathering the new partnership meant a lot to the group. “We consider this sponsorship a fantastic fit, especially with Sotheby’s long history with the arts. We are looking forward to our ongoing relationship,” she said. “It takes financial pressure off us. This sponsorship means we don’t have to worry about costings as much, so we can now concentrate on the organisation of the Review and on making it a success for the artists involved and for the Wairarapa community. “Having such a prestigious name associated with the Review will certainly

It’s a very natural fitting partnership. It’s wonderful to be on board and the energy everyone brings is great. We had been searching for a partner for some time and given our heritage it’s nice to be able to give back to the community and also to support the arts and culture. promote it and I can’t thank them enough.” Brady Bingham from Sotheby’s Greytown office spoke on behalf of the organisation as he thanked everyone and said he and others were looking forward to working together in promoting the arts across the region. “It’s a very natural fitting partnership. It’s wonderful to be on board and the energy everyone brings is great. We had been searching for a partner for some time and given our heritage it’s nice to be able to give back to the community and also to support the arts and culture,” he said. Bingham, with Connie Stewart of the Sotheby’s Masterton office, had been looking for a compatible collaboration in the region. “This was not a quick decision. Given our company’s art heritage, we wanted to see what would best align. Aratoi was the logical fit,” he said. The organisation had wanted to support the local community. “Our company has always had roots that go deep into local communities with

sponsorships in sport, education and the arts.” Together with Angie Winiata, the Masterton sales manager, they saw the naming rights as an ideal opportunity. Partnering with Friends and the Art Review meant the organisation could support the museum and gallery and at the same time help artists develop and showcase their work. Entries for the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Wairarapa Art Review are now open in a range of categories including photography, emerging artist, use of colour, portraiture and others. It is open to all artists living in the Wairarapa. The Review will run from December 10 to February 13. Entry forms are available direct from Aratoi in Masterton or online at www.aratoi.org.nz. • More information about Friends of Aratoi, including benefits [which include exhibitions, previews and a range of special offers] and how to join is at www. aratoi.org.nz/ support/friends-ofaratoi.

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The Rathkeale gambit pays off John Lazo-Ron john.lazo-ron@age.co.nz

A surge in popularity in the ‘Queens Gambit’ sport of chess at Rathkeale College in recent years seems to have paid off after the school recorded a clean sweep at the Wairarapa secondary schools regional chess tournament. Rathkeale College entered two teams in the eight team tournament, which saw Rathkeale A taking first place and Rathkeale B coming second. The win for the A team has qualified it for the National Secondary Schools Chess Tournament in October. A team captain Kian Jones said the recent success meant a lot to both teams and was a sign of how strong chess had grown in the school. “I’m really proud,” Kian said. “Chess has been developing at Rathkeale and has become quite strong over the past few years, so these wins show just that.” Kian, who is also Rathkeale College’s deputy head prefect, said the victories were no walk in the park. There were some close matches with other

Rathkeale College’s A and B chess teams. Left side from front to back: Pierson Tobeck, Kian Jones and Jeremy Wong. Right side from front to back: Andrew Taylor, Alex Macri and Matthew Heard. PHOTO/JOHN LAZO-RON

It was pretty intense to be honest. It’s definitely got a lot harder over the years with the competition. There were some other good teams with good skills. schools, which he believed made the tournament title even more special. “It was pretty intense to

be honest,” Kian said. “It’s definitely got a lot harder over the years with the competition. There

were some other good teams with good skills. We didn’t win all our games [in the tournament] so there were definitely some close games between other schools.” Rathkeale College director of sport Neil Perry said the school had gone from strength to strength

in the sport with more than 20 regular players making time to play each week. Perry said chess had become so popular that getting into the schools teams wasn’t a straight proposition. Rathkeale had to host trials due to the large amount of interest.

“I’m really proud that they finished first and second, but what I’m really excited about is to be able to expand the range of sports here at Rathkeale,” he said. “We actually managed to get chess into our last exchange and in our next exchange, when Wanganui Collegiate come here in June, we’ve got chess on the schedule again. “We like to expand those sporting options to those who perhaps wouldn’t be otherwise getting those opportunities. So it’s a different experience for them to be able to do that. I mean, to get 20 people who are playing chess is great.” With an A and B team, you would expect the rivalry to be fierce, but Perry said the players took a team approach and were extremely supportive of each other. “Like any team sport they play as a team and they really enjoy each other’s success, which is really good to see,” he said. “They train together at least once or twice or week and it’s just wonderful to see young people playing it. It’s one of those great games that involves a lot of strategy and where you have to think a lot.”

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Dragonfly ready to record single Tom Taylor tom.taylor@age.co.nz

An up-and-coming rock band have secured funding to record their first single after placing among the finalists of a national songwriting competition. Dragonfly, a band made up of Wairarapa College and Makoura College students, were one of 20 finalists in their category of the Youthtown Songwriting Competition Aotearoa, organised by music charity Play It Strange. For entry into the ‘Give It A Go’ category, students created an upbeat song aimed to inspire and encourage the ambitions of other young New Zealanders. Dragonfly submitted their original song “When You’re Ready”, which they had previously performed for their video entry to the Smokefree Rockquest last year. Rhythm guitarist and vocalist Katie Harris wrote the lyrics, with lead guitarist Mitchell Wiramanaden writing the the music. “It’s kind of about the band, actually,” Katie said. “It’s about our passion for music. A line in the chorus says, ‘When you’re ready, show us what you want to get.’ The song is all about

Dragonfly band members [L-R] James Tortoza, Mitchell Wiramanaden, Elle Corlett, Katie Harris, and Jade Bradnock. Absent: L’Oreale Neemia-Phillipps. PHOTO/TOM TAYLOR

showcasing your abilities and what you’re really passionate about and dream about.” The Play It Strange charity – founded by former Split Enz bassist Mike Chunn – would fund a recording session to the value of $750, giving Dragonfly the opportunity to professionally record their song.

The band could select any studio of their choice and were currently considering going to Tsunami Sound Studios in Levin, which included free accommodation where the band could stay overnight. “We already had our eyes on that studio to record some of our other originals, but then we got this opportunity and we

thought that was really cool because it was paid for,” Katie said. The recorded song would form part of the official 2021 Youthtown Songwriting Competition Aotearoa compilation album. The band aimed to use the experience as a launchpad to record more of the original music they

had written. Katie and Mitchell had been playing music together since Year 7, alongside bandmates Jade Bradnock [rhythm guitar, vocals] and L’Oreale Neemia-Phillipps [vocals]. Having three vocalists was one of the main strengths of the band. “We enjoy each other’s company, and I think

we’ve learned to sing pretty well together,” Katie said. “It’s good for harmonies as well,” Jade said. By the time they moved to Wairarapa College for Year 9, they had joined forces with James Tortoza [drums] and Elle Corlett [bass] and started playing under the name ‘Dragonfly’. Now in Year 11, the band had already had a taste of success. They placed second in the regional finals of last year’s Smokefree Rockquest, which was taken out by their Wairarapa College peers Alpha Centauri. They had also just made it to the semi-final round of this year’s Talent Wairarapa. However, the band’s idea of success was not all about winning competitions. “We want to be wellknown by many people and have music of ours all over the place,” drummer James said. “It’s quite crazy to think that some people now see us and say, ‘Oh, you’re from that band!’” Katie said. “I think of that as a nice little success, but of course, you want to aim beyond that as well – doing as many gigs and competitions as we can.”

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Teresa and Graham McClymont have been in the building trade here in the Wairarapa for 30 odd years so there are not many they don’t know, so it was definitely easier for Teresa to get some volunteer tradesmen involved in the community project reroofing the Wairarapa Cancer Society garage. Over a coffee with Pip Murdoch, a cancer society volunteer driver, Teresa discovered that our local Wairarapa Cancer Society needed their garage roof replacing, as it was leaking.

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ENCOURAGE THE WILDLIFE With the increase in houses built in residential areas, comes the decrease in large garden space. This is a double edged sword— we need homes, but we also need wildlife. Luckily there are many trees, shrubs & flowers that entice & feed the birds, butterflies & bugs that are also compact in size, making them suitable for smaller gardens or even pots. Birds such as the tui & bellbird will be enticed to your garden if your plants provide them with nectar and fruit. They will also join fantails in eating bugs to supplement their diets. Encourage them to your garden by plantings things such as:

We are fortunate in so many ways to be able to call NZ home, and the selection of native trees and shrubs increases this appreciation. Here at GardenBarn we grow many native shrubs ourselves on site that are ideal for hardy, fast growing privacy hedges—Pittosporum, Photinia & Corokia are some examples. Some of these come in different sizes—the smaller ones that you can

Hebes—Fabulous Foliage and Flowers

Michelia’s can be grown as specimen trees or even as hedges, but the new release of a dwarf called ‘Church Mouse’ is perfect for pots and small home gardens. This will grow to a tidy & compact size of around 1m x 70cm and will become smothered in deliciously fragrant white blooms. ‘Church Mouse’ is a new release, and is only available through stores that are members of the GIN Group (Garden Independent Network, so numbers are extremely limited.

NZ NATIVES

GREVILLEA: Another attraction for birds in the winter garden are the spider like flowers of the Grevillea which also come in various colours and growing habits. BANKSIA: Banksias come in different colours and sizes, some spread—some are tall. ’Birthday Candles’ is a spreading type that looks great in rockeries or around pools; and ’Giant Candles’ has orange flowers and can grow to 3-4 m and can be grown as a screen.

There are many more natives you can incorporate into your garden in other ways—in a border or mixed flax & grass areas. Others, such as Rewa Rewa, Kahikatea or Lacebark could be grown as large trees.

Phormium/Flaxes come in many colours & sizes

YEAR ROUND APPEAL

There are many trees that offer more than one purpose during the year. Prunus (flowering cherry) are wonderful to have in the back yard as a shade tree and their spring blossoms are worth waiting for.

Fruit trees provide fruit, foliage & flowers.

MANUKA: With flowers ranging from white, pink & red and the various landscaping uses it’s no wonder these are a popular choice. Leptospermum Red Falls & Outrageous will both spread with red flowers and Merinda is a hybrid with magenta flowers that looks good all year.

plant in big numbers but in time will grow into big healthy plants or plant large sizes that will cost a bit more but you will be rewarded with instant impact.

We have just received an early arrival of new season Flowering Cherries including Kanzan, Mume the Geisha, Shimidsu Sakura, Mt Fuji + more. We will be receiving many more beautiful deciduous trees later in winter—if you would like a list of what is expected to plan or place a request email julie@gardenbarn.co.nz.

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10 Wairarapa Midweek Carterton Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Carterton raising hopeful youth

Carterton

A new model for working with at-risk youth is receiving national interest. JEN WILTON spoke to young residents to hear what life is like in their Carterton home. Payten Te Riini did not have an easy start to life. Gangs, drugs, and violence were part and parcel of life growing up. Now, aged 22, he is comfortable talking about his past with a maturity that belies years of hard work and selfimprovement. He met church leaders Jennifer and Wayne Poutoa at Carterton Baptist Church five years ago. The couple had recently taken over the chaplaincy, and they have been offering a range of support services to at-risk youth ever since. The pair installed six cabins out the back of the property last year, creating a small village that offers a safe home for young people with nowhere else to go. The cabins were funded by the generosity of the community whose donations made the project possible. Te Riini recently returned to the village after a few months away. “This is home,” Te Riini says. “It’s good to come home every so often and always be welcome back.”

“It’s the safest place in the whole of Wairarapa.” There are currently eight young people living at the village, and Te Riini says they are more than friends; in fact, they have learned to be family. Krystal Baker, who is in her last year of high school, moved into the village a few weeks ago after she says she was kicked out of her family home. She says the Poutoas have made her feel loved and that she can be herself. “I feel like I have everything I need here,” Baker says. Te Riini has been a resident at the church on and off since 2018 and highly values all he has learned from the Poutoas. He credits his time at the village with improving his knowledge about his Maori culture and being able to move past his old worldviews, as well as practical things such as knowing how to budget and survive in the world. Te Riini has a family bond with the Poutoas, who he calls “mama Jen” and “big Wayne”. He is adamant he would

not be alive today without their support. Pastor Wayne Poutoa knows the difficulties young people face all too well. He joined a gang aged 16 and was in and out of prison until he discovered education, which was the key to moving beyond that life. Poutoa says the gangs will always be there and offer options to the young people who walk through their doors. The neighbours have been supportive and contribute where they can, with one woman making quilts for each of the young people that they can take when it is time to leave. This village model and the support offered is unique within New Zealand, and Poutoa has connected with others who want to replicate this way of working with at-risk youth. While they have achieved positive results so far, the need is great, and Poutoa fields calls every day with requests to house and support young people in the area. He plans to expand and add extra cabins so they can keep up with the demand. Jurnee Millward, 21, lived at the church for several years, including six months in a cabin once the village was established. She says she had

nowhere else to go when she arrived, but with support she turned her life around and was able to find a job. Millward moved out in August and now lives with her partner in their own place. Recent village arrival Simon Spence, 27, has health problems that make full-time work challenging. He has worked in a cafe but found there was too much pressure, and he ended up taking that stress home with him each day. He would like to offer cooking classes to the other residents so he can combine his dual passions of cooking and helping people. He says he has loved his time at the village so far and enjoys mentoring some of the younger boys and helping

them with their homework. He also helps out with other jobs around the property, including shifts on security to make sure everyone stays safe. Te Riini still has some nervousness about the future, but says he feels more motivated now than ever before. With the Poutoas’ support, he is working towards getting a driver’s licence and plans to work in the construction industry. “They will do everything for you, but you’ve got to do your best to help,” Te Riini explains of the pair who have helped him come so far.

Top to bottom: Simon Spence, Payten Te Riini, Jurnee Millward, and Krystal Baker. PHOTO/JAMES HOLLINGS

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TE KAUNIHERA-Ā-ROHE O TARATAHI

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TE KAUNIHERA-Ā-ROHE O TARATAHI

CARTERTON DISTRICT COUNCIL

Councillor Kōrero Two weeks ago, I was standing outside my house watching the spectacular blood moon take place. I was told recently that a third of the world’s population and more than half of all Americans can’t see the Milky Way due to light pollution. On a clear night in Wairarapa, we just step outside and look up. Looking to the stars is not new for the Wairarapa. Charles Rooking Carter left the balance of his estate to establish an observatory in Wellington. A little closer and earlier, amateur astronomer Stephen Carkeek built and operated an observatory near Featherston around 1867. Palliser Bay was named by Captain James Cook after his good friend Admiral

Hugh Palliser. How did he get there? He navigated halfway around the world by the stars. Māori used the stars like we use a calendar. The maramataka is a calendar of stars leading a great ancestral waka across the night sky. When the moon is in Whiro and Matariki rises ahead of the sun this signals the beginning of the new year. The worst of winter is past – time to embrace the new season. Next year New Zealand will celebrate the rising of Matariki with a public holiday.

In my role as Councillor I was fortunate to attend an information evening at Stonehenge Aotearoa. The Wairarapa Dark Sky Association wants to protect what we take for granted. Wairarapa is very close to being recognised as a dark sky reserve. After the presentation we were handed cups of hot soup and ushered out into the cold to see the stars. Through a range of telescopes, some homemade, we marvelled at the sights. Points of light became planets. Fuzzy spots revealed themselves as distant constellations. The night sky in Wairarapa is awesome.

Rob Stockley

Latest Council Updates  Update on urban water supply Last month, the Council promised a comprehensive public report of the investigation and remedial work taken during the boil water notice, and the ongoing plans for its water infrastructure. This is now available online at cdc.govt.nz/water  Carterton Heart of Winter Festival This year we’ve gone bigger, we’ve gone better… we’ve gone REAL! The 2021 Carterton Heart of Winter Festival has it all - a full 160m2 REAL ice rink, family friendly activities, shows, beer, food, wine, red carpet movie premieres, fairy lights and more! A full schedule of events is available at www.cartertonec. co.nz/winterfestival

 Upcoming Council meetings Ordinary Council meeting 1pm 23 June, Carterton Events Centre. There are no meetings in July. For full schedule, agendas and minutes visit cdc.govt.nz/ your-council/meetings/  Keep your finger on the Projects Pulse Want to keep up to date with progress on our infrastructure projects, like the wastewater treatment plant and the upgrade to our Frederick Street water treatment plant? What about Climate Change actions the Council is taking? Sign up to our monthly Projects Pulse newsletter at cdc.govt.nz/ newsletter

HE PITOPITO KŌRERO

- RA SMITH

Mangawhitau This name is from an old waiata or song that Aunty Hine Paewai taught us when she was talking about the Carterton waterways in Gladstone. Manga means stream and whitau is a very fine but strong strand of flax valued by our best weavers for taniko or very fine weaving, saved for the most sacred patterns on the hem of a korowai or cloak. Ngā korari o te awa Mangawhitau is a line from the waiata that means the flax plants of the river, fine stranded stream. These fine strands came from the flax called Korari. The whānau of Hurunui-oRangi dream of days when we are growing Korari and weaving whitau.

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12 Wairarapa Midweek Opinion Wednesday, June 9, 2021 EDITORIAL

Opinion

Truly remarkable

She will probably loathe me for doing this because I’m pretty sure she will be a little embarrassed, [commence supervillain laugh], so who knows, this may be my last editorial? I want to dedicate this piece to Times-Age news director and recently announced Wairarapa Remarkable Women’s Award finalist, Emily Ireland. I met Emily a little over six months ago when I came to the Times-Age for an interview. After having been in this industry for quite a while, I took a step away from journalism for a few years to pursue other goals involving writing. It was time to come back, and I was given the opportunity here, which I love by the way. And you know what else, I couldn’t have walked into a newsroom with a more empathetic, humble, well-respected boss with a strong head on her shoulders. Emily will probably straight up tell you that’s not the case, but if you asked the people close to

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her, especially the ones in her team, it really is. I’ll be honest with you; jumping back into a daily newsroom wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be. Considering the amount of experience I’ve had in others. While other bosses may have unleashed the backlash while I tried to get back to full pace, all I got from Emily was support and encouragement. She is not only a true leader because she does her job well; she does it with the qualities of a caring person who wants to see the best in, and for, everyone. One example that stands out for me is when a person, who had just been hurt after unfortunately getting stuck in the middle of a physical encounter, came into the office for an interview with me. When Emily saw that person, the first thing she

did after greeting them was give them a big hug. That’s just how Emily rolls. It’s always about the person. In these upcoming awards, Emily was nominated in the Young Businesswoman to Watch category. Although I am happy for Emily and will be on the sidelines cheering her, I believe Emily is not just someone to watch, but someone who has already left her mark on this community by doing a great service to it. Some of you may be thinking are you trying to win brownie points here John? Trust me, not at all. Thank you, Emily, for your support, and just being the amazing person you are. You deserve the recognition, Emily, so take it in. You are indeed one of Wairarapa’s most remarkable.

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STREET TALK

The best tv series I’ve ever watched is … Robyn Lousich All Creatures Great and Small, Heartbeat and The Onedin Line.

Jacqueline Ron Ozark. Deidre Hodgkinson McLeod’s Daughters. Kelly Haywood The Wire.

Sarah Broughton The Good Wife and Shetland. Daniel Borrie My Little Pony: Friendship is magic. Linda Shaw Traces had a great story and good twist to the ending.

Julie Hatchard Shameless.

Maureen Mcghie Outlander.

Justina Jandal Only Fools and Horses.

Deb LodgeSchnellenberg The Bodyguard.

Katherina Haste The Sopranos.

Courtney Norman So addicted to Zoe’s Extraordinary Playlist.

Karen Rigg 24.

Kirsty Smith Howard’s way.

Jessica Collins Breaking Bad.

Mike Osborne Tough choice between Brideshead Revisited and The Jewel in the Crown.

Erin Williams Breaking Bad and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Andrea Beckett All the CIS, NCIS.

Alyssa Simpson The Vampire Diaries.

Haylee Carswell Vegas.

Savvy Oldershaw The Mighty Boosh.

Pamela Feiertag McLeods Daughters.

Jason Felderhof The Frieza Saga: Dragonball Z.

Jocelyn Konig Casualty.

Tony Carswell Vegas.

Brian Veitch Yellowstone or Longmire.

Deborah Marinan The Resident is my current favourite.

Brendon Clark Black Books.

David Bewick The Sandbaggers.

David Marinan The Ofÿ ce U.S.

Ezekiel Clark Hannibal. Desiree Feast The Bodyguard, Original Onedin Line and original Star Trek.

Tina Hobson Breaking Bad or Viking. Angela Hansen-mrs Blue Criminal Minds. PHOTO/ ADOBE STOCK

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Opinion

Tim Nelson Seinfeld and Breaking Bad … a tie!

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONTRACTS AND SECTION PURCHASES At a recent NZ Law Society continuing Legal Education conference I received an up-date about section purchases where often titles have not issued and the terms of building contracts which set out the terms of the building contract including the specifications and costs of the build. It is not uncommon that building contracts provide for cost increases, the variation of the specifications during the build and maintenance matters when the build has been finalised after a Code of Compliance Certificate has been issued by the local authority and the timing and amount of progress payments. I make the following comments: [1] Section purchases In many parts of the country there have been many subdivisions which can take a lengthy period of time to complete and for titles to issue. [2] Local bodies/surveyors often impose conditions including easements to be created e.g. rights of way, and easements relating to the right to convey electricity and telecommunications and the like. [3] Developers often include in the Agreement for Sale and Purchase land covenants which are to be registered against the title e.g. the type of dwellings which can be built on the section and the builder who is to be employed to build the dwelling. [4] Building contracts Particularly as it may take some time for

the building process to start and finish, you should be aware of: . Whether there is a fixed price for the build or whether the builder has the right to pass on any “price” increases having regard to the cost of materials etc which are ever increasing and to vary the materials as it is common for some materials not to be available because the builder is not able to source the materials. . The timing of the progress payments which are required by the builder which may be different from the progress payments which the Bank’s will permit. Furthermore, as first home buyers and existing homeowners are increasingly entering into section purchase agreements and building contracts and therefore they should, before entering into an agreement to purchase a section and a building contract, see me to discuss both contracts so as to ensure that you are fully aware of the obligations created by the agreements. I have been involved in some contracts where the parties are not fully aware of the terms of the agreements to purchase and the building contract particularly as sections in subdivisions are selling like “hotcakes” and people do not wish to miss out in the buoyant property market. I offer an initial free appointment to discuss the above matters and any other legal matters.

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14 Wairarapa Midweek Extra Wednesday, June 9, 2021 ARATOI VOICES

Extra

Pupils immersed in Aratoi exhibition Pupils from Alfredton School were welcomed through the doors of Aratoi last week. The first of 12 schools booked to tour the exhibition Pūkana – Te Kura o te Ika: Moments in Māori Performance this term and to perform in Aratoi’s Main Gallery. It was a feeling of excited anticipation as the children arrived. Aged from 7 to 11 years old, this was the first time many of them had visited Aratoi. “It’s great to see new faces through our doors”, said Kate Devenny, Aratoi educator. “The current exhibition is really well suited for school visits. With such a strong local element to the taonga and stories displayed, many children will already know some of the performers celebrated in the exhibition.” A lot of thought has gone into the design and layout of the exhibition. “We did not want students and visitors to just be passive observers of history, that’s not what performance is about. With the purposebuilt performance space incorporated into the exhibition, students get the chance to share their talents and stories,

Aratoi educator Kate Devenny with Alfredton School pupils getting ready to perform at Aratoi. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

to become part of this moment in Māori performance.” Alfredton pupils enjoyed sharing their stories and experiences of Māori performance and learning more about the instruments, traditions

and performers who have made their mark in NZ and internationally. “It’s great when students ask a lot of questions”, Devenny said, “it is always interesting to see which particular object catches their interest. The Alfredton students

were really interested in the taonga pūoro made by Rangitāne artist and musician Warren Warbrick. The idea of making wind instruments out of shells, carved wood and even whale bone intrigued the class.” Another clear favourite

was Jemaine Clement’s painted portrait from the film set of ‘What We Do in the Shadows’. “Is that Jemaine’s Pūkana?, one pupil asked, before making his own fierce expression to match. Pūkana means to stare wildly and dilate the eyes when performing haka or waiata to emphasise particular words or add excitement to the performance. It was clear the pupils enjoyed spotting the different examples of Pūkana around the exhibition and sharing their personal interpretations of the meaning and message behind each expression. Devenny said, “My favourite part of the tour was watching the Alfredton students perform their waiata at the end of the session. I could see they were proud to be performing here at Aratoi. It was also great to see other visitors to the museum stop and listen to the performance.” • Aratoi’s education programme is free of charge. For more information and to book, please email education@aratoi.nz

INTERNATIONALLY SPEAKING

Six years of war in Yemen, what chance of peace? At the next meeting of the Wairarapa branch of the Institute of International Affairs, on June 16, Eric Jeunot will be discussing ‘The prospects for peace in the Yemen’. As he said: “The prospects for peace in Yemen are nil unless there is an understanding of and attempt to resolve historical issues as the origins of this civil war.” After more than six years of civil war with no concrete signs of peace on the horizon, Jeunot said the Yemen state is shattered.

But, he argues, its people still stand and Yemeni retain a determination to honour their heritage and land. “The country is once more split between North and South, as the Yemens were prior to 1990. North Yemen has fallen back under a theocratic regime of Huthi governance, while South Yemen is divided between several ideologies all striving for power.” Jeunot said many have advocated for the regional powers to contribute to the peace negotiations between

Eric Jeunot. PHOTO/SUPPLIED

the warring parties in Yemen. But he believes it is counter-productive to understand the Yemen civil war as proxy-wars of regional powers. Jeunot, who has a Masters degree in

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We are now vaccinating our Group 3 population to

protect against Covid-19 You are part of this group if you: • are over 65 • have a relevant underlying health condition (visit covid19.govt.nz for more details) • are pregnant • have a disability

We will contact you directly when it is your turn to book an appointment. There are 20,000 people in Group 3 in Wairarapa and, while we are working as fast as we can, we simply can’t vaccinate everyone all at once. You will be invited directly, over time, by text, email or letter and given clear instructions how to book your vaccination. The Covid-19 vaccine protects us, and everyone around us. Protect Wairarapa by booking your vaccination as soon as you receive your personal invitation.

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The demise of the huia Dear friends, In a dimly-lit corner of our interactive gallery a bird perches waiting to take flight. It’s very still and doesn’t move. Sadly it’s been waiting there a while and will continue to wait. Visitors come to see the bird and marvel at its shiny black coat and long black tail feathers with white tips. Still the bird doesn’t react or change position. Not even when younger visitors, oblivious to its history come and get animated and press their hands and faces up against the glass that surrounds the bird, imprisoning it within its dusty wooden cabinet. Nor does the bird react when visitors get glum or shed a tear – and they sometimes do. Their sombre expressions hang reflected in the glass for short periods of time

before they turn and walk swiftly away. This bird sadly never even blinks. Nor does the bird beside it, for it too shares the same fate. Both are huia. This is what extinction looks like. Huia are sacred to Māori and used to fly in our forest. Their plumes were prized possessions and their tail feathers were only worn by high ranking chiefs and their whānau. All that changed when in 1901, the heir to the British throne, the Duke of York visited Aotearoa and a high ranking Māori wāhine took a huia feather from her hair and placed it in the headband of the duke’s hat. No one could have foreseen the unintentional consequences of this kind gesture. Overnight the feathers held value and

Huia at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre. PHOTO/ALEX WALL.

became sought after as gifts and currency to be traded. The huia were sadly hunted to extinction. The last one was seen not far

from here in the Tararua ranges in 1907. Today they can only be seen in photographs, drawings or as taxidermy in museums. It’s a sad story, yet there are lessons. Our huia remind us daily of why our conservation work is important and why native species must be protected. We don’t want to lose any more. These days it’s introduced mammalian predators that pose by far the greatest threat. Which is why trapping them is now so crucial. This is also why we’re holding a workshop called ‘Chasing ZERO – Predator Hunting Hui’ on June 20,

to teach others to do just that. We’re out of time this week so we’ll share more about the hui and the predators we’re battling next week. If you can’t wait till them and want to come, search for the hui on eventfinda.co.nz Until next week, The Pūkaha Rangers. Contributed by Alex Wall • The Wairarapa Midweek has partnered with Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre to put a spotlight on wildlife conservation efforts locally and allow readers to get up close and personal with New Zealand’s amazing native species.

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MASTERTON MONTHLY WRAP

JUNE 2021

HE TĀKAI KŌRERO MAI I WHAKAORIORI

PIPIRI 2021

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

MĀORI WARDS TO BE ESTABLISHED

Kia ora Masterton,

Masterton District Council will establish at least one Māori ward for the 2022 local authority elections, after a proposal to establish Māori wards was passed by 10 votes to one at an extraordinary council meeting.

The past few weeks have seen some very important decisions made by Masterton District Council, and I’m proud of the leadership shown by elected members. Last month, we voted to establish Māori wards – a historic move that is long overdue. It is the beginning of a process to establish an equitable role in decision-making for Māori and something that was supported by all of the iwi entities in our district. And last week, we decided to build a civic facility that includes the library and archive, from 2022/23, with at least $4 million of external funding. That decision was the culmination of five years’ work, including four consultations with the public, since the town hall was closed in 2016.

As I told the deliberations meeting on our draft Long-Term Plan last week, now is the time for us as elected representatives to step up, do our job, show leadership and good governance, and make a decision for our future generations. I know there are a range of opinions in the community about the projects in the LongTerm Plan, but under the Local Government Act, our role is not just to hear from those in the community but we need to be the voices of those that are yet to come – our mokopuna and their tamariki, our future generations. It is the time to be brave and create something that our community will be excited about, something that embraces our Māori culture, tells our stories, and celebrates our diversity as a multi-cultural community.

Mayor Lyn Patterson hailed the decision as a triumph for democracy and representation. “This is real progress in improving representation for tangata whenua. I am delighted with the level of support for the proposal from councillors, which reflects the desire to ensure Māori have a strong voice around the council table. “This is a historic day to celebrate.” The move to establish Māori wards had support from all four local iwi entities – Kahungunu ki Wairarapa, Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki Nui ā Rua Trust, Rangitāne o Wairarapa, and Rangitāne Tū Mai Rā Trust. The decision triggers a representation review, which will determine the number of elected members on the Council, and how many Māori wards are established. Under the Local Electoral Act, if a Māori ward is established at least one general ward must also be established. I understand the frustration people feel about our inability to talk publicly about our preferred location for the civic facility, but I can only reiterate that when we have finalised the site, we will obviously share this information very quickly.

COUNCIL MAKES PROGRESS ON ‘BIG DECISIONS’ Masterton District Council will proceed with construction of a civic facility, including the library and archive, starting in 2022/23, seeking $4 million in external funding, and using $26.8m in loan funds. Councillors voted at its deliberations meeting today to take the preferred option for construction of the civic facility as set out in the draft LongTerm Plan consultation document. Work will go ahead to raise funding through external funding applications, grants and trusts, partnership arrangements and philanthropic investment, and in-kind donations. This workstream will run in parallel to land acquisition and the design process. On the proposal to build more housing for seniors, the Council decided to make vacant land at Panama Village available for more public housing but get someone else to build it. The Council will work with the Government (via Kāinga Ora), community housing providers, and iwi to ascertain the most appropriate arrangement for a provider, or providers, to fund and build the public housing.

The start of the 10-year Masterton Revamp project was deferred for three years, though there is provision for landscaping at the Kuripuni roundabout and the northern welcome to Masterton, and maintenance of town centre pavements. While the start of work in the town centre will be deferred, if external funding becomes available, it may allow some work to be brought forward. The Council also agreed to continue plans to invest in water storage, making a final decision about how this is achieved once the outcome of the Wakamoekau Community Storage project consent process is known. It will enter into a memorandum of understanding with Wairarapa Water Limited to establish a way forward for a municipal water supply to the Masterton District. This is a non-binding arrangement that does not commit the Council to the community storage project. The final Long-Term Plan will go to the Council for final approval on 30 June, when rates for 2021/22 will be set.

Using a formula determined by the Local Government Commission, if the number of Councillors remains at 10, and up to five councillors are elected ‘at large’, this would allow one councillor to be elected from a Māori ward. Two Māori wards would be possible if the Council had 13 or more councillors. The Council will develop an initial representation proposal by 8 September, and publicly consult for a period of not less than a month. The Council will then consider the public feedback before developing a final proposal, which has an appeals process, with the Local Government Commission making the final decisions. The representation review cannot reverse the decision taken to have Māori wards for the 2022 local authority elections.

COUNCIL CARPARKS FOR VACCINATION CLINIC Masterton District Council has agreed to provide 32 carparks next to the Departmental Building (35-37 Chapel Street) for use by the Wairarapa District Health Board’s COVID-19 vaccination clinic. The DHB requested the public parks be temporarily allocated for visitors to the clinic from early June. The Council has implemented the temporary change in parking use until March 2022. If the clinic completes its vaccinations earlier, then the Council can release the parking for public use at that stage. Designated clinic carparks will allow easier and immediate access for everyone receiving vaccinations. The move will reduce parking spaces close to Masterton Library to 10 parks, plus one accessible park. There is more free parking a short walk away on Dixon Street outside the park and plentiful free public parking near Farriers at the northern roundabout.

IT’S TIME TO BURN WELL With winter upon us, air quality is again an issue for Masterton when home fires are burning. Being careful about what you burn, how you burn, and keeping woodburners and chimneys in good condition all helps improve our air quality. You’ll also save money, as less wood is burnt for the same amount of heat. It also means lower particle smoke emissions, leading to healthier, less-polluted air indoors and outdoors.

y Wet firewood y Fire damping (eg, turning air flow down for overnight burn) y Lack of wood burner maintenance and/or installation faults y Burning rubbish (eg, plastic, glossy paper or magazines, food wrappers etc)

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Pupils learn natural cycles Enviroschools Wairarapa celebrated Outdoor Classroom Day through running a pupil event called Tuning into Natural Cycles – Tuakana-teina workshops held at South End School in Carterton. It was a collaboration with Te Kura o Papatuanuku Wairarapa Earth School who provided the workshop expertise. Ten schools attended from across Wairarapa. Bees and their hives, foraging to plate cooking, making furniture polish, establishing a fruit tree guild, how to make compost in a bin, in your garden, and how to maintain it with chemistry understanding, were some of the workshops. The tutors were young [pupils at South End] and older experts from the Wairarapa Earth School community. The schools first shared their own mahi that incorporated natural cycles before participating in the workshops. At the end of the day they reflected on what they would do back at their own schools from what they had learned. After attending the Plants – Lungs of the Earth workshop with Amanda Taylor from House of Science Wairarapa Te Whare Pūtaiao o Wairarapa they were going back to count trees and start planting. “Did you know we need 2.3 sq m of grass per person for one day to breathe oxygen or 7 trees for a year.” Fabulous words like alkali and acid were thrown around – nitrogen and

carbon – photosynthesis and ecosystem – activators and accumulators. The visiting teachers were so impressed with the young tutors’ knowledge and experience. “When the students arrived back at school they were buzzing about their day of learning.”

Both of our organisations have empowering students as a core guiding principle. Through our programmes students are envisioning a better future. They are learning skills, knowledge and are becoming more connected to their communities, their local places and the natural environment. Opening the top bar beehives and making beeswax furniture polish were highlights for pupils from Hadlow Primary, while making lasagne compost piles were a favourite of Opaki pupils. The pupils loved the workshops and wanted more. Gill Stewart, the Wairarapa Enviroschools community facilitator, organised the day in response to her Enviroschools lead teachers wanting something inspiring for their

Compost Chemistry workshop facilitated by Emilie, cofounder of the Wairarapa Earth School and her pupils.

Enviroleaders to participate in. Emilie Neubauer, Wairarapa Earth School, co-ordinated the team of experts, young and old, to facilitate the workshops. “The collaboration between the Wairarapa Earth School and Enviroschools is powerful. Schools working with both organisations are more likely to achieve longer term sustainability goals for themselves, their communities and their students. “Both of our organisations have empowering students as a core guiding principle. Through our programmes students are envisioning a better future. They are learning skills, knowledge and are becoming more connected to their communities, their local places and the natural environment. “From the research on climate change education these are keys to making change and fostering hope in our rangatahi,” said Stewart Further collaborations between Enviroschools and the Wairarapa Earth School are in the pipeline for Term 3 this year with a repeat of this event in 2022. Enviroschools kaupapa is about supporting schools in creating a healthy peaceful sustainable world through learning and taking action together. Enviroschools is funded by the Masterton, Carterton and South Wairarapa district councils.

Making flour and using ingredients from the food forest to make green fritters.

Making compost lasagne in the food forest. PHOTOS/GILL STEWART

Learning how to make compost using nitrogen, carbon and activators.

Fernridge school pupils sharing their natural cycle mahi with other schools.

Pupil tutors confidently handling the bees and sharing their knowledge. PHOTO/LUCIA ZANMONTI

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A CLIMATE FOR CHANGE

Court ruling hailed a landmark A montage showing young people striking for climate justice, Wellington, 2021. PHOTO/ANNE NELSON

Anne Nelson In Australia last month, the federal court ruled on a case brought by eight high school students attempting to prevent their Environment Minister from approving the expansion of a coal mine. The students – supported by a legal team and an 86-year-old Catholic nun who acted as their litigation representative – argued that children would have to live with the future consequences. In a ruling that was hailed internationally as ‘a landmark’ and ‘historic’, the judge found that the Environment Minister owed a duty of care to children and must not act in a way that caused future

harm from climate change to younger people. He said the evidence presented to the court showed the potential harm the children could face from global heating “may fairly be described as catastrophic, particularly should global average surface temperatures rise to and exceed 3C beyond the pre-industrial level”. However, it was only a partial victory for the students – the judge said he would take submissions before deciding what the Minister’s duty of care could mean for whether the mine extension should go ahead. This case demonstrates how climate change is an issue of intergenerational justice.

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As adults we have a moral duty of care to future generations. And we inherently know this, because we are parents, aunties and uncles, caregivers, neighbours. But despite this, and despite overwhelming evidence that our use of coal, oil and natural gas will cause serious climate change, as a society we have not only failed to take effective action – but have increased our consumption of fossil fuels many times over. People often point the finger at ‘baby boomers’ – and in fact, it is true that in many western countries the highest rates of consumption ever seen on the planet are associated with the lifestyles of the

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that care for us – the Earth.” “I hope that the world becomes equal and a one love universe.” “I hope we have a calm mind and a courageous heart for the planet.” As adults at this critical point in time on the planet we need to take responsibility – and that means taking real action, now, to reduce our personal and business-related carbon footprints. It also means letting our elected leaders know that we need them to show leadership and bring effective and rapid change across our communities. Wishing you a calm mind and courageous heart. Kia kaha.

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ELDER ABUSE HITS CLOSE TO HOME World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 15 June 2021. Each year World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is acknowledged in many countries through activities that bring attention to the issues of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older people.

continued for longer than 3 months, and 32% longer than a year.

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF ELDER ABUSE? The personal losses associated with abuse can be devastating and include the loss of independence, homes, lifesavings, health, dignity, and security.

Campaigns promote better understanding of the harmful effects of elder abuse and neglect in every society. In 2006 the United Nations General Assembly, designated June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day to represent the one day in the year when the whole world voices its opposition to the abuse and suffering inflicted to some of our older generation. The public discussion created since then has led to UN recognition that elder abuse is a public health and a human rights issue. Elder abuse and neglect is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person. In New Zealand we are focusing on why: Elder Abuse hits close to home; and how Age Concerns work to reduce the harmful effects of this oftenhidden issue on older people in our communities. During the week, look out for Age Concerns team in libraries, they are available to answer any questions.

WHAT IS ELDER ABUSE AND NEGLECT? Elder Abuse and Neglect is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person. This internationally agreed definition is used in New Zealand too. It recognises that elder abuse is a violation of Human Rights, but seldom noticed in public so raising

community awareness is crucial.

WHAT DOES AGE CONCERN DO TO PREVENT ELDER ABUSE AND NEGLECT? Age Concern offers free, confidential, specialist Elder Abuse services throughout most regions of New Zealand. We work with older people and their family/whānau to stop abuse, reduce the harm caused and increase understanding to keep all family members safe. Age Concern Wairarapa also provides education about elder abuse and neglect for those working with older people/ kaumātua and other interested groups and organisations. Age Concern works alongside other agencies such as health services, needs assessment services, the police, banks, residential care facilities, iwi and other community agencies, to ensure the best possible outcome for the older person/kaumātua. The statistics presented are taken from the instances that are reported to and investigated by Age Concern’s Elder Abuse

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Response Services from 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020 show: 2411 CASES WERE INVESTIGATED BY AGE CONCERN OF WHICH 75% HAD ABUSE SUBSTANTIATED. 44% of cases the older person was under 75 years of age. 36% of cases the older person was living alone but 54% live with partners and/ or relatives. 88% of cases include psychological abuse. 44% of cases involve financial abuse. 29% of cases involve neglect and self-neglect. 19% of cases involve physical abuse. 79% of alleged abusers were family members of which 56% were adult children or grandchildren. 74% of the alleged abusers are aged under 60 and 47% live with the older person. 68% of cases the abuse has

Elder abuse and neglect can be a significant cause of injury, illness, lost productivity, isolation, and despair. Abuse can reduce a person’s independence by undermining their selfesteem and confidence. It also damages family/whānau relationships, financial security, and mental and physical health, increasing dependency on health and support agencies which may result in the need for residential care. Elder abuse and neglect have a negative impact on the wellbeing and quality of life of older people. Being threatened, manipulated, groomed, coerced, or forced is the horrific experience of abused older people. Even when the abuse stops, the devastation can be long lasting for physical health, financial independence, and emotional wellbeing.

WHY DON’T OLDER PEOPLE SEEK HELP WHEN THEY ARE ABUSED? Some of the reasons why an older person/kaumātua does not tell anyone about the abuse are:  They depend on the abuser for support  They have low selfconfidence and self-esteem  They don’t want to make a fuss  They are afraid that if they complain the abuse will get worse  They are isolated, so that it is difficult for them to tell anyone  They do not know who to tell or how to get help  They have dementia or an illness that prevents them from telling anyone  They blame themselves for the abuse  They are ashamed that the abuser is a family/whānau member

HOW CAN I TELL IF SOMEONE IS BEING ABUSED OR NEGLECTED? The following signs MAY indicate an older person/ kaumātua is being abused:

 Unexplained behaviour, sleeping or eating habits  Fearfulness and edginess  Confusion  Unexplained injuries  Drowsiness (due to overmedication)  Recoiling from touch  Unusual withdrawals from bank accounts  Unpaid bills, lack of money for necessities “Ultimately the challenge for us all is not only to listen to what has been said, but to believe and act upon it” PROTECT RIGHTS OF OLDER PEOPLE Even though we are all ageing, ageism is a common form of prejudice and discrimination. Ageist attitudes undermine the voices of older people being listened to. It often starts in our families where older people’s opinions are laughed at and joking about “getting old” tips off the tongue. Older people become invisible and can find themselves being treated differently simply because of their age. When it comes to making choices, older people’s views get written off and choices are overruled. Elder abuse and neglect are predicated by ageist attitudes when older people’s needs are disregarded, their rights are not upheld, and they are exploited. ELDER ABUSE AFFECTS SOCIETY Elder abuse and neglect are intergenerational issues in our society with three-quarters of the cases that Age Concerns see involving younger generations abusing older people. While elder abuse is often hidden behind closed doors, in more than nine out of 10 of the cases that Age Concerns work with, the older people are living in community settings - not institutions. They are in our streets, in our suburbs and towns, and in our families. PREVENT ELDER ABUSE AND NEGLECT Age Concerns around the country see the harm elder abuse causes in almost 10 new cases each working day, so we are committed to raise awareness to prevent elder abuse and neglect. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a great opportunity to learn more about a global concern that affects New Zealanders too. We cannot solve abuse issues in our families and communities if we don’t learn and talk together about why “Elder Abuse hits close to home.”

PENNY’S MUM’S STORY On Monday morning Penny phoned from Melbourne asking if Age Concern could help her mother, having found the Age Concern website. Penny was frustrated she couldn’t come across for a long weekend with her Mum twice a year like she had always done, because of the pandemic. Penny couldn’t afford to spend two weeks in quarantine for a weekend with her Mum, so hadn’t seen her for eighteen months. Penny rang her Mum every Saturday. They discussed the painting and odd jobs needed now that her Dad had been dead for more than 6 years. Penny had told her brother to do it because he lived an hour away from their Mum, but her brother said his own house needed painting first. Penny’s Mum had put an ad on the supermarket noticeboard. A chap came and looked around the house and said he had worked with Penny’s Dad years ago. Even though she had never heard his name before, Penny’s Mum was pleased he knew her husband and agreed to pay him in cash as he had asked. When they talked on the phone Penny’s Mum would tell her all the great things “Handy Andy” was doing. Penny’s Mum felt sorry that “Handy Andy’s” rented flat was being sold, so agreed for him and his girlfriend to move into the guest room. Penny wondered how her Mum was coping doing all the housework and cooking because his girlfriend was always sick and stayed in bed. Penny worried that her Mum was paying him, as well as covering all the household costs of groceries, electricity and had put in a wifi connection for them. When Penny asked her brother about it, he said: “let Mum

10 TIPS TO BE KIND AND PREVENT ABUSE  Love and cherish your older relatives/whānau.  Phone, zoom or facetime older people/kaumātua.  Visit older people/kaumātua in your neighbourhood. get on with her own life” and hung up. But last Saturday Penny’s Mum said that “Handy Andy” was taking her to her bank on Tuesday for a loan for the extra jobs he had found needed doing in the house? That’s when Penny contacted Age Concern. The Age Concern worker visited Penny’s Mum and included Penny in the conversation on the speaker phone. It took a while before Penny’s Mum was convinced that the Age Concern worker was experienced, independent, and required no payment for the support provided. Eventually Penny’s Mum agreed for the Age Concern worker to go with her to her bank and once unravelling the changes in her finances they agreed not to issue loans or further cash. At her Mums request, the Age Concern worker rang her daughter and son to explain. Her son was furious that “Handy Andy” and his

girlfriend had abused his Mum’s trust and drove straight away to his Mum’s place, arriving while the Age Concern worker was still there. In the tense meeting in the house, the Age Concern worker negotiated for “Handy Andy” and his partner services to be terminated immediately and he agreed to leave with his girlfriend the same day. Later in the week, Penny’s Mum still felt shattered that she had not realised sooner she was being taken for a ride by the pair, but she was very grateful that Age Concern does support older people like herself. Penny’s brother admitted that when his bossy sister asked him, he would say the opposite on principle, but he now realised that he had been too busy arguing with his sister to think about what his mother needed. Penny just wished she had contacted Age Concern weeks ago, to stop the grief for her mother earlier.

 Involve older people / kaumātua in your social activities.  Encourage older people/ kaumātua to make their own decisions.  Support older people/ kaumātua to use their money for their needs.  Honour older people’s/ kaumātua’s wisdom.  Enable older people/ kaumātua to set their own pace.  Speak respectfully and listen to older people’s/kaumātua’s stories.  Seek advice from any Elder Abuse Service or Age Concern if you think an older person/kaumātua is being abused or neglected.

SIGN UP AS AN AGE CONCERN DIGNITY CHAMPION Age Concern strives to create a New Zealand in which everyone is valued, supported and empowered no matter how old they are. However, this is not the society we live in – not yet. That’s where you come in. We need New Zealanders from all walks of life to join us and become Age Concern Dignity Champions.

AN AGE CONCERN DIGNITY CHAMPION PLEDGES TO:

1 Reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual 2 Speak up when they hear people speaking negatively about growing old 3 Have the courage to question practices they feel are disrespectful to older people 4 Not patronise older people

5 Be patient, polite and friendly 6 Have zero tolerance for abuse or neglect 7 Build relationships – they combat isolation and loneliness by getting to know the older people in their lives.

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If you are wondering whether abuse or neglect of an older person may be happening contact your nearest Age Concern to discuss the questions you have. Contact details for all services are available at: 0800 65 2 105 or www.ageconcern.org.nz

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WHY IS MY HORSE SKINNY? We’ve had a pretty good summer for horses – plenty of grass around! Now that the cold has hit, we’re fi nding some horses are struggling to keep that weight on. There are some common problems and basic guidelines that can be helpful for getting your equine in a good order. Firstly, identifying when they are losing weight early helps you to change their management before it becomes much harder. You need to take rugs off, or actually feel ribs of furry ones – you can’t tell small amounts of weight loss from across a fi eld. The number one reason for weight loss is not enough food in comparison to amount needed. Horses predominantly need high fi bre food, so an ad lib source of good grass / hay or haylage is a great place to start. Make sure bullying is not stopping some horses from eating enough. In a herd situation, sometimes leaving a large bale in the paddock might be more effective as there is access to food 24 / 7. Hard feed, such as oats, pony nuts etc are a great addition if ad lib

fi bre is not enough. There’s a wide range of options available depending on the age or requirements of your horse. Don’t forget to check the basic health care too. Horses need their teeth checking yearly and they need a good worming program based on faecal egg counts. We’ve found that there is still a lot of confusion about worming – horses need worming with a Moxidectin based wormer at least once, ideally at this time of the year (Autumn) to cover encysted Cyathostomes. Equest and Ultramox (or a 5 day course of Panacur) are the only wormers in NZ that cover these. Your vet can help you decide an appropriate one for your situation. The rest of the year is best managed with Faecal Egg counts. If all the above basics are covered, then it might be time to investigate if there is something amiss medically – we’d be happy to help. There’s a wide range of problems that can cause weight loss, including ulcers, liver and kidney problems, diarrhoea or colitis, chronic pain and metabolic issues.

I have long been a critic of Uber. Especially when I was a taxi driver and we had to be so regulated. Then along came cocky Uber who weren’t going to be government regulated, thank you very much. We will do our own regulating, they said. There seemed to be no problem for anyone to turn up with a car in a reasonable state and start working as an Uber driver. They weren’t even being police checked. Numerous reports from around the world of Uber drivers assaulting, raping and even killing passengers raised a few eyebrows but Uber spread through the world rapidly and became a very popular alternative to the usual standard taxi ride. However, Uber is still banned in some countries and numerous large cities around the world. There was no way I would ever have taken an Uber ride. Until now, that is. Why did I change my mind? Well, my best mate has just

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venue, I opened the app to book a ride. It already had our pick up point listed [clever technology] and I just had to type in the destination. Up came three price options. $6.50, $7.50 or $11.50. I didn’t look at the higher two but clicked straight on the lower option and confirmed we wanted the ride now. Payment was taken and I immediately received an electronic receipt. [I should add here that when you sign up for Uber, you do have to include your credit card details because payment is taken straight away]. A message popped up that a car was on its way. I was told it’s make and registration, the drivers name was George and he was two minutes away. Another message shortly after, George is 170 metres away, and sure enough along came

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Finland rated the happiest Finland has once again come out on top as the world’s happiest country. Regardless of what the process is for how this is measured, we should still acknowledge that there are clearly factors that make the Finnish a people who are more content than all others. One factor that seems to be especially relevant is a Swedish and Norwegian team ‘lagom’. This can be translated as ‘just the right amount’. In regards to the Finnish, this relates to their acceptance of what they have, and to make the most of this, as opposed to feeling the need to have more. Finland is a country where it’s not unlikely to see those with more and those with less living in the same communities and apartment blocks. Additionally, the closest school is considered the ‘best school’; there are very few private schools and parents aren’t driving past one school to get to another. The ‘keeping up with the Joneses’ definitely doesn’t apply in Finland. This is something that we could all learn from to improve our own well-being, to the level of a country that does have many high achievers and is one of the world’s richest. The Finnish certainly seem to be doing a lot of things right.

How to get better

I saw a fascinating video on YouTube that had a challenge between All Black Jordy Barrett and the England team player Eliot Daly. These two players are both incredible long distance kickers and the video featured a competition between the two to see who could do the longest kick. Both were aiming to kick a goal from further than the longest of all time in a match. The competition ended with both kicking a longer goal than the record, with Daly winning with a kick that was 50cm longer than Barrett’s. As Daly was talking to the camera he shared how the kicking competition on a quiet and empty field

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Tim Nelson compared with what he would do as a child, when he would spend hours on his own doing the same thing; practising his placekicks. To me this shows the value of a child doing this type of activity, whether it be practising a musical instrument or kicking rugby balls. These are the early activities that accumulate to make us better as we get older. We don’t become good at things by accident, we get better by putting in the hard work, sometimes kicking balls on our own on cold winter afternoons.

Where does the ‘evidence’ come from

One of the many books I’m reading at the moment is all about a particular type of diet. The book begins with an analysis of many types of research approaches, rating them from the most to the least thorough. This part of the book hasn’t been the most interesting, but that doesn’t mean the subject isn’t important and beneficial. Knowing there are so many examples of research being presented to an audience, it’s important to question things. Information that is shared based on a meta analysis is something to take notice of, as it will present a much wider source of evidence, meaning it is more likely to present an accurate picture of findings. It really is important to

question what is so often presented as facts. There are numerous examples of how an audience will be manipulated to get them to follow a particular pathway, whether it be buying a product or eating a particular diet. Take the time to question and look at multiple studies and examples before making those key decisions in life.

Sharing knowledge

When I learn something I find really interesting or beneficial I will always want to share what I have discovered. In most cases what I learn comes from books, as I read every day, pretty much without fail, regardless of where I am, how I feel, or however busy I may be in other areas of my life; there’s always time to sit down for 10 minutes with a book. Apart from telling people about what I have learned, another approach is to simply share the books I have read. This evening a good friend came around. While we were talking, the topic of the latest book I have read came up. I shared an anecdote from the book [which is about habits], then realised my friend could benefit from reading it himself. I’ve read the book so why not pass it on to share the ideas from Fumio Sasaki’s wonderful book Hello Habits. So many of us have shelves full of books we have enjoyed. Some we may read again [I’ve read Fumio’s first book,

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A message shared

If there’s one message that I come across more than any other in regards to what makes us happy, it’s the idea of practising gratitude. The latest example I have seen is in Thrive magazine in an article about Nordic wellbeing, in which an expat Kiwi shares her story about living in Finland. I couldn’t agree more with the concept of gratitude. I truly believe there is always something that when we reflect back upon a day we can be grateful for. Sometimes it will be very obvious, such as an inheritance left to you, other times it will be a lot smaller, a park outside the store you plan to shop in being an example. Regardless of what is happening in our lives we can make things that little bit better if we take the time to stop and count our blessings for the things we can truly be grateful for.

Be prepared to look

When Galileo was accused of heresy by the Catholic Church, the cardinals behind the accusations refused to look through the telescope that would have supported Galileo’s position, instead choosing to dismiss the telescope as a magician’s tool. The more likely reason is that the cardinals were so invested in their position that any evidence to negate their views would

be detrimental to the foundations of their beliefs. These days it seems ridiculous that such a powerful organisation refused to see the evidence for what was so obviously true. However, history and present times are littered with numerous examples of the same type of thing; it wasn’t that long ago that smoking was considered safe, with cigarette companies doing all in their power to maintain the belief, despite so much evidence to the contrary. We need to be prepared to look at situations based on fact, even when the facts don’t support our position. This could be for anything, from the food we eat to the way in which children learn. Look for the reputable evidence and base your opinions and actions on what you know to be true, even if doing so may require some back-pedalling on what you previously believed.

How to lead

Nike is one of the most successful and recognisable brands in the world. The success that they have had is based on a wide range of reasons. The factors behind the success of Nike are shared by CEO John Donahoe in an interview on the Nike Trained Podcast. Donahoe said four key attributes are transferable into any organisation. The four attributes are: • Fundamentals • Discipline • Hard work • Teamwork Such simple concepts in theory, but often overlooked as so many look towards hacks and shortcuts when, in fact, the tried and true that are shared by John Donahoe will take any organisation, from a school to a town council, to where it needs to be. • Tim Nelson is principal of Lakeview School and author of the book Small Steps for a happy and purposeful life. He endeavours to learn something new every day by reading books, listening to podcasts, and engaging with a wide range of other content.

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For more information - nzta.govt.nz/walking-cycling-and-publictransport/walking/walking-in-new-zealand/how-to-stay-safe-whenwalking/ Message for Tamariki We say to kids “Cars are big and we are small”. So drivers cannot avoid what they cannot see. Please use crossings and don’t take short cuts. If we don’t use the crossing, we are creating more chaos outside of the school gate than is needed.

Skateboards/Scooters Riding on the road is dangerous so we strongly recommend using rollerblades, skates, scooters or skateboards on the footpath. An even better option for children of any age is to encourage them to use facilities such as skate parks – it’s much safer for everyone. • Wear a helmet and safety gear such as wrist guards, elbow and knee pads, and closed shoes and brightly coloured clothing. • Use scooters, skateboards and rollerblades in places set aside specifically for their use such as skate parks and playgrounds in your local area. • Practise riding skills away from traffic.

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• Be aware – watch for car doors opening, potholes, rubbish, grates, and pedestrians. Always check for left turning vehicles. • Be predictable – maintain a straight line, use hand signals and a bell. • Be seen – make eye contact with drivers and pedestrians, ride at least one metre out from parked cars, and take the lane when appropriate. • Be safe – follow the road rules and choose the safest route. • Be bright – at night, use lights front and rear, and wear reflective items. • Be patient – slow down near parked or lined up vehicles, pass slowly and only when safe. On shared paths, slow down and use one ring of your bell to warn pedestrians before you pass, cycle with courtesy. • Be prepared – wear an approved helmet and check your bike regularly, including brakes, tyres, chain, lights, and reflectors.

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Mobility Scooters/Wheeling Mobility vehicles are light and offer you no protection. This makes you vulnerable if you go onto the road. Where possible we recommend you stay off the road, but if you must use the road: • Wear bright clothing. • Make your vehicle more visible, for example by attaching a flag.

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The club has several adjuncts, or subgroups, whose members meet regularly for sporting pursuits, including cards, snooker and pool, indoor and outdoor bowls, darts, golf and ÿ shing – with some even participating in local and national championships. It also has an adjunct for its senior members, Club 60, whose members meet weekly for cards and bowls.

Nowadays, it has 1350 active members, ranging in age from 15 to 102. The club rooms include a bar and restaurant, full TAB facilities, and a big screen television for the major sporting matches. It hosts live musical entertainment each month, featuring both local and visiting acts.

Manager and secretary David Linton says the club supports the community through its education and Welfare Trust – providing grants for members’ children and grandchildren to go towards their school activities and tertiary studies. “The club is a great place to come for social interaction – we’ve got a lovely, very diverse bunch of members.

This year, the club will continue with renovations on the clubrooms – including decking around the outside, and a major paint job for the front of the building. “The aim is to make the building both more attractive and user-friendly for our members,” David says. “The club has been at these premises since it was founded 144 years ago – so we’re looking forward to a change.” For more information, go to swwmc.org.nz

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Joshua was a great general who took over from Moses to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land — today called Israel. They are still there today. It’s God faithfulness, not theirs. When the Israelites were about to enter the Promised Land, it was only Joshua and Caleb that believed that God was able to bring them in. They believed because God had promised it to them and no one can stop God. He is Almighty. God’s Word is what you can trust. It’s still with us. It’s called the Bible. Through this book He speaks to you. He tells you who He is. This is what Joshua knew—that what God plans will happen. Nothing can stand in the way of God. Why do you not believe in Him? Do you have small thoughts about Him? Maybe you even say, “He doesn’t exist!” Are you afraid to read the Bible and find out He does exist? Are you afraid to get to know Him? Afraid to have to change your life style and be different than others around you? It is hard work to keep up with everyone else, to get the same toys as your mates and to talk and behave like them. Let’s give our lives into God’s hand. He will not give you a burden too heavy for you to carry. That’s what’s Joshua did. He said to the Israelites “Choose today whom you will serve, but as for me and my house we will serve the Lord.” He made a choice and so you also have to make a choice. Are you someone who says “As for me, I’m going to serve the Lord regardless of what people say or

think?” Even if the whole world turns against God, I am still going to serve Him. I hope and pray that you will make this choice too, regardless of what your peers, classmates, co-workers or neighbours think. You have to make a choice. Is it the world or is it Jesus the Saviour of the world? The world looks so good with all its pleasures, but the end of it is death. The Bible says: There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Proverbs 14:12. Your life is important to the devil. He tries to keep you away from the Bible and to hate God. He wants you to be with him forever. But Jesus is the way of life. He can give you life that you have never known before. I can’t give it to you, nor can your parents, church, or friends. But Jesus can. He came to seek and to save that which was lost. He is seeking you. Are you taking this opportunity to cry out to Him? He listens to you. He cares about you. Please make Him Lord and Master of your life. If you have any questions or want to know more, please come and see us at our next Sunday meeting. We would love to have you join us at 2pm on 13th June at the Little Haven. We will serve afternoon tea. You are most welcome.

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Grace Prior The prestigious Nuffield Agri-food scholars were hosted in Wairarapa for the first time in 15 years last month. The Nuffield farming scholarship is one of New Zealand’s most valued and prestigious awards in the primary industry sector. It is part of a global agri-food network promoting global vision, leadership, and innovation. One hundred and twenty of New Zealand’s leading food and fibre industry members gathered for the Wairarapa New Zealand biennial conference. The conference attracted some of Wairarapa’s leading farmers and discussed the future of the primary industry. Organiser Lucy Griffiths said the big topic of the conference was our fastchanging food systems. Some key Wairarapa stops for the conference included a visit to Wairere Rams to explore the transformation in hill country farming and opportunities for the future. Glen Eden farm, owned by the Guscott family, was open for conversation about agritourism enterprise. Griffiths described the family as “leading examples of farm succession and vertically integrated premiumisation”. The Guscott family are also foundation farmers of Atkins Ranch Lamb, which is sold in the United States. Another important stop for the conference was Ata Rangi Wines, which was part of the change from sheep and beef farming to organic viticulture in and around Martinborough. The wines are now sold globally, and the family that owns and operates Ata Rangi Wines are leading lights in conservation, founding the Aorangi Conservation Trust. Some attendees to Wairarapa farms ranged from the most innovative

Guy Farman (Farman Turkington Forestry) talking about forestry issues facing New Zealand. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED

farmers and food producers through to some of Aotearoa’s leading agrifood chief executive officers and directors, Griffiths said. The most latest Nuffield scholars presented their

From Left: Marcelle Douglas, Sally Harper, Catherine Tither and Diana Mackenzie take time out from the conference.

global food and fibre insights papers at the conference while being challenged by alumni. The conference also featured a visit to Pukaha to discuss biodiversity, climate change, and te ao Maori worldview and partnerships, Griffiths said. She said the visit was fascinating to many farmers because they were including environmental

areas on their own farms. Common projects that are seen across New Zealand and Wairarapa, were fencing off of wetlands and planting them in natives. Griffiths said Pukaha’s biodiversity manager Christine Reed gave insights into how they developed Pukaha, and tips on who farmers should approach to enhance natural areas on their farms. She said help could come from the Department of Conservation and Predator Free New Zealand. Griffiths said it was time to take a look at how we adapt farming from an environmental perspective, as well as a social perspective. She hoped Nuffield could inspire the next generation of intelligent people to get into farming, while also encouraging seasoned farmers to get involved with politics and policy. “It’s all good and well to make the regulatory changes that are required, but we need to be part of that conversation.” Griffiths said the world was “changing at pace” with the likes of synthetic meats and changing diets. She said there was a trend of people consuming less meat and moving to more plant-based diets, something primary industry needed to tap into. “How do we change as

a country from volumes to values? Our consumers want full traceability, and they want to know that we’re treating our environment, our people, and the whole system well.” Griffiths said they discussed how we would shift from being bottom-line focused on productivity and export returns to “triple bottomline” focused, including environmental and social impacts.

“It’s the right thing to do, but it’s also what our consumers want us to do.” “In the past we have put more of a focus on ensuring that we get maximum value from what we are producing, getting maximum returns. Now we are balancing that with environmental and social demands.” Griffiths said innovation was needed from the perspective of meeting the needs of consumers. Part of that came from connecting urban and rural area and trying to encourage more people to adopt farming and get involved. She said attendees were challenged to think about the way we look after New Zealand, and how we look after our people. “There is a challenge there about ensuring our country is well nurtured and not just looking at the export game. We need to make sure we’re feeding our people quality food.” – Additional reporting by Tom Taylor

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38 Wairarapa Midweek Community Events Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Thursday Morning Bikers: Discover your town and country pathways safely by bicycle. Short rides for everyone. Call Liz Mikkelsen [06] 216-2187 [after 5pm]. Parkinson’s Exercise Class: 1.30pm, at the Masonic Village Hall, 35 Edith St. Contact Jane Flowerday [027] 221-1878. Justice of the Peace: Masterton CAB 9.30am-12.30pm. Wairarapa Genealogy Branch: Family History Research Rooms, next to Wairarapa Archive, Queen St, Masterton, open 1-4pm. Research assistance available if required – free service but donations appreciated. Wairarapa Fern and Thistle Pipe Band: Weekly practice. Masterton Variety Club Hall, 10 Albert St, 6.30-8.30pm. Contact Ian Macdonald [027] 232-5882. Belly Dance for Beginners: Featherston Community Centre. 6.30-7.30pm. Call Antonia Blincoe [021] 105-7649. Danzability Class: 10.30-11.30am, at St John’s Hall, 73 Main St, Greytown. Contact physio.rachel.horwell@gmail.com or [022] 077-2654. Ruamahanga Club: Cards – 500, 1-4pm, at Wairarapa Services Club, Essex St, Masterton. GirlGuidingNZ: Carterton Pippins, 5-7 years, 4.15-5.30pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Carterton Brownies, 7-9½ years, 6-7.30pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Digital Seniors: Free one-on-one Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching. Drop in or call freephone 0800-373-646. Martinborough: St Andrew’s Church, 9.30-11am. Featherston: Union Church, 1.30-3.30pm. Masterton Art Club: 10am-2pm, tutored classes available, also print on Fridays, at 12 Victoria St. Call Sue 377-7019 or Elissa [0274] 706-528. Age Concern: Steady As You Go - Falls Prevention Class, 9.30am, at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Age Concern: Steady As You Go – Falls Prevention Class for Men, 10.30am, at the Seniors Citizens’ Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Housie: 1pm, at Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club, Carterton [behind Carters], raffles, afternoon tea supplied. Call 379-5923. Narcotics Anonymous: 7.30-8.30pm, at St

FRIDAY, JUNE 11 Justice of the Peace: Carterton library noon-2pm; Masterton District Court 11am1pm; Eketahuna Library 1.30-4.30pm. Aratoi Exhibitions: Hélène Carroll’s Imperfect Offerings to June 13; Park Up: Photographs by Catherine Russ to June 20. Masterton Social Badminton Club: Wairarapa College gym, Cornwall St entrance, 7-9pm. Contact Hamish Macgregor [021] 259-7684 or Sam [021] 055-2113. Masterton Variety Club: Practice 1.30pm, 10 Albert St, Masterton. New members welcome. Call Eric McEwen 377-0792 or Doreen Wakefield 370-4606. Seniornet Wairarapa: Computer/cellphone help, 1-2.30pm, Departmental Buildings, 33 Chapel St, Masterton. Call John [027] 383-5654. Wairarapa Stop Smoking Service: Quit Clinic at Whaiora 9am-noon. Support available across Wairarapa at no cost to you. Call Whaiora 0800 494 246. Needlework & Craft Drop-in: 10am-noon, Featherston Community Centre. Call May [06] 308-6912 or Virginia [06] 308-8392. Cloth Collective Sewing Workshop: Noon4pm Featherston Community Centre. Call Sara Uruski [0274] 474-959.

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Community Events Wairarapa Midweek Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. Carterton Craft Market: Mon-Sat: 9am4pm, Sun: 10am-3pm, 25 High St North, Carterton. Call Desley [027] 787-8558. Kids’ Song And Story: Fun songs, finger plays and stories for under-5s, during school terms, 9.30-10.30am, at Epiphany Church Hall, High St South, Masterton. Call Pam 378-6740 Greytown Music and Movement: For preschoolers, 10am, at St Luke’s Hall, Main St. Contact: email admin@stlukesgreytown. co.nz Dance Fit: At Carrington Park, Carterton, at 6-7pm. If weather not good it’s in youth centre of Event Centre. Text dance groove to [022] 321-2643. Masterton Masters Swimming Club: Club night 5.30-6.30pm, Trust House Recreation Centre back pool. Call Stu [027] 2954189 or Lucy [021] 0204-4144. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf Croquet 9.15am behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Russell Ward 377-4401. Carterton Senior Citizens: 1.30-4pm, play cards, Rummikub and Scrabble, Carterton Memorial Club, Broadway.

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Wairarapa Farmers’ Market: 9-1pm, Solway Showgrounds Masterton, entry from Fleet and York Sts, under the grandstand and nearby redwood tree. Featherston Weekly Market: 8am-2pm, 33 Fitzherbert St. Women’s Self Defence: With Dion, 9am, band rotunda, Queen Elizabeth Park. Call [020] 4124-4098. Parkrun: Weekly 5km run/walk. Measured, timed, free. 8am start, at the Woodside end of the Greytown rail trail. Onetime registration essential. Info: parkrun.co.nz/ greytownwoodsidetrail Martinborough Museum: Sat: 11.30am3.30pm Sun: 11.30-1.30pm, 7 Memorial Sq, Martinborough. Featherston Heritage Museum: Behind the Featherston Library and Information Centre. Sat and Sun 10am-2pm, other times by arrangement, groups welcome. Call Elsa [021] 263-9403. Justice of the Peace: Service centre available at Masterton Library, 10am-noon. Carterton District Historical Society: 44 Broadway. Open by appointment. Call 379-9021 or 379-5564. Toy Library: Masterton: 10am-1pm, 365 Queen St. Featherston: 14 Wakefield St, 10am-noon. Call Abby Waterson [021] 0256-6719. Carrington Bowls & Croquet Club: Golf Croquet: 1.15pm for 1.30pm start. Call Helen Waldron 379-5671. Bowls: 1.20pm for 1.30pm start at the clubrooms behind Carters, Carterton. Call Rex Kenny 379-7303. Masterton Croquet Club: Association Croquet 9.15am and 12.45pm behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Carl Redvers 378-7109.

SUNDAY, JUNE 13 Masterton Marauders Wargaming Club: At the Masterton Croquet Club, 1-5pm. Call Vince Cholewa [027] 344-1073. Carterton Farmers’ Market: High St, Carterton, 9am-12.30pm. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, 365 Queen St. Wairarapa Model Aero Club: 9am-noon, at the Masterton Aerodrome. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 1pm.

Masterton Petanque Club: Club day 2pm, in Queen Elizabeth Park. Call Myrna Lane 377-3064. Masterton Car Boot Sale and Market: 6.30-11.30am, Farriers car park. Contact ja.murray@xtra.co.nz Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association croquet, 1pm for 1.15pm start, at clubrooms behind Carters, Carterton. Call Robin Brasell [06] 222-4000.

MONDAY, JUNE 14 Trivia Quiz Night: From 7pm, $2 entry. Members, Affiliated Members and their guests welcome, Club Wairarapa, 20 Essex St, Masterton. Justice of the Peace: Masterton CAB 9.30am-12.30pm. Featherston Music Club: 7-9pm at Featherston Community Centre. Call Shaun [027] 672-6249. Age Concern: Keep Fit!, 9.30am; line dancing, 10.40am, at the Senior Citizens Hall, Cole St, Masterton. Indoor Bowls: 1.30pm, Club Carterton RSA, Broadway. All players welcome for a social afternoon of bowls. Call [027] 645-0905. East Indoor Bowling Club: 7pm, all members and visitors welcome. Call Julie 377-5497 or George 378-9266. Featherston Music Club: 7-9pm. Call Shaun O’Brien [027] 672-6249. Carterton Scottish Dance Club: 7.30pm, at Carterton School Hall, Holloway St. No partner required. Call Elaine 377-0322. Watercolour For Beginners: Class at Masterton Art Club, Victoria St, 10amnoon. Call Elissa Smith [027] 470-6528. Wairarapa Services Club: Cards – 500, 1.30pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. Mah Jong: 1-4pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Pat Hamilton [06] 308-9729. Senior Citizens Club Cards: 1-4pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Val [06] 308-9293. Art for Everyone: Featherston Community Centre, 7-9pm. Call Sandie [021] 1574909. Red Star Table Tennis Club: 6-8pm at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter [027] 566-4664 or Brian 377-4066. Wairarapa Stop Smoking Service: Support available across Wairarapa at no cost to

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you. Call a Quit Coach based at Whaiora 0800 494 246. Play Gym: St James Church Hall 116 High St, Masterton, 9.30-11am, for 0-3-year-olds. Carterton Food Bank: 10-11am Mon-Fri at Haumanu House [down the lane between Carters and the Clock Tower]. Call 379-4092. Carterton Community Toy Library: Events Centre, Holloway St, Mon-Sat during CDC Library hours. https://www.facebook.com/ CartertonToyLibrary/ Hospice Wairarapa Support Services: Free of charge for anyone dealing with a terminal illness. Call [06] 378-8888. CCS Disability Action Wairarapa Office: 36 Bannister St, Masterton, 10am-1pm Mon-Fri. For Mobility Parking Permits, Disability Support and Advocacy. Call 3782426 or 0800 227-2255. Free Community Fit Club: 6am and 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. The Dance Shed: 450A Belvedere Rd, Carterton. Beginners Linedance Class: 6-7pm. Linedance Intermediate Class: 7.30-8.30pm. Call Wendy [027] 319-9814. Epilepsy Support Group: 11am at the Salvation Army office, 210 High St South, Carterton. Call 0800 20 21 22. Citizens Advice Bureau: Free and confidential advice, Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, 43 Perry St, Masterton. Call 377-0078 or 0800 367-222. Masterton District Brass Band: Rehearsals at 7pm, in the Band Room, Park Ave, Masterton. Call [022] 574-0742. Carterton Alcoholics Anonymous: 8pm, Salvation Army Community Rooms, 210 High St. Call Bob [021] 042-2947 or Martin [06] 372-7764. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Rangers, 12½-18 years, 6.30-8pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. South Wairarapa Guides [Greytown], 9-12½ years, 6-8pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550.

TUESDAY, JUNE 15 Al Anon: Do you need support for coping with alcohol problems in your family? Contact [027] 811-0006. Wairarapa Spinners & Weavers: Meet 7pm in The Wool Shed, Dixon St, Masterton. Call Trish 378-8775 or

Josie 378-6531. Wairarapa Embroiderers Guild: At the Ranfurly Club Rooms, Chapel St, Masterton. Call Billie Sims 378-2949 or Jenny 377-0859. South Wairarapa Badminton Club: Featherston Sports Stadium, Underhill Rd, at 7.30pm. Justice of the Peace: Masterton library 11am-1pm. Parkinson’s Hydrotherapy Class: 10.30am, at the Rec Centre Pool, Masterton $3.60 entry fee. Contact Jane Flowerday [027] 221-1878. Wairarapa Genealogy Branch: Family History Research Rooms, next to Wairarapa Archive, Queen St, Masterton, open 1-4pm. Martinborough Community Choir: 7.15-9pm, First Church Hall, Weld St. Martinborough. We are an unauditioned, allcomers, primarily cappella choir. Contact Vicki Jones: vicbjones@gmail.com Seniornet Wairarapa: Computer/cellphone help 1.30-2.30pm, Departmental Buildings, 33 Chapel St, Masterton. Call John [027] 383-5654. Digital Seniors: Free one-on-one Computer, Tablet and Smartphone advice and coaching. Drop in or call freephone 0800-373-646. Carterton: 3 Mile, 66 High St, 9.30-11.30am. Greytown: Greytown Library, 1.30-3.30pm. Free Literacy and Numeracy Classes: At Literacy Aotearoa Masterton. Call Carol [022] 524-5994 or visit us at 340 Queen Street, Masterton. Masterton Alcoholics Anonymous: 7.30pm, St Matthew’s Church Hall, 35 Church St. Call Anne 378-2338 or David [021] 116-5505. Social Bridge: At South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club, 1.30-3.30pm, no partner needed. Call Lesley [021] 2996389. Wairarapa Services Club: Cards – Euchre, 1pm, at the club, Essex St, Masterton. GirlGuidingNZ: Masterton Pippins, 5-7 years, 3.45-5pm. Call Sharon [021] 033-0550. Dance Fitness: 6.30-7.30pm, at Fareham House Hall Featherston. Call Justine [0204] 105-2830. Chair Exercise: Gentle chair exercises, 2-2.45pm, at St John’s Hall, Greytown. Red Star Table Tennis Club: 9am-noon at Red Star Sports Association 10 Herbert St, Masterton. Call Peter [027] 566-4664

or Brian 377-4066. Featherston Menz Shed: 61 Fitzherbert St, open from 10am. Juesday Art: 10am-12.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Julia [06] 3088109. Featherston Wahine Singers: 7-8.30pm, Featherston Community Centre. Call Susan [021] 246-4884. Carterton District Historical Society: 44 Broadway, 2-4pm, or by appointment. Call 379-9021 or 379-5564. Clareville Badminton Club: Main Stadium at Clareville, 7.30pm -9pm. Call Steve [027] 333-3975. Central Indoor Bowls Club: 7.30pm, Hogg Crescent hall. Call Mathew or Graeme 378-7554. Masterton Senior Citizens and Beneficiaries Association: Meet for social indoor bowls, 500 cards, or a chat 1-3pm, Senior Citizens hall, Cole St. Call Ngaire 377-0342. Free Community Fit Club: 11am, Carrington Park, Carterton. All ages, all fitness levels. Call Di [027] 498-7261. Woops A Daisies: Leisure Marching Team practise 4-5pm, at the Trust House Rec Centre Stadium. Call Cheryl [06] 370-1922 or [027] 697-6974. Masterton Toy Library: 10am-1pm, at rear of Masterton YMCA, 162 Dixon St, Masterton. South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club: Games afternoon, including cards, board, darts, pool etc. Call Doff 304-9748. Girl Guiding: Pippins [5-7 years] 3.455pm. Call Chrissy Warnock 372-7646. Carrington Bowling & Croquet Club: Association croquet: 1pm for 1.15pm start. Call Robin Brasell [06] 222-4000. Bowls: At 1.20pm for 1.30pm start, at the clubrooms behind Carters, Carterton. Call Rex Kenny 379-7303. Masterton Croquet Club: Golf Croquet 9.15am behind the Hosking Garden in the park. Call Russell Ward 377-4401.

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We accept that in any sport, there is passion involved. Players often see things differently than our perspective, but this one was more serious, and that is reflected in the judicial penalty. “It sends a clear message to all players, regardless of whether it is during a game or after a game, there is no tolerance of any form of poor behaviour targeted at officials or referees. “The union has continuously worked hard on our sideline behaviour and culture within the competitions. “To date in 2021, the number of our judicial hearings have dropped dramatically, so the message is getting through. “But it is clear there is more work to be done on education and responsibility.” Wai-Bush Rugby Referees Association chairman Graeme Reisima was disappointed with

the incident and was surprised it involved Ropiha. “The judiciary have sent a clear message, and the club have accepted that he was in the wrong. But this was at the serious end of the scale,” Reisima said. “Often, the abuse aimed at referees is non-threatening and is more critical, as opposed to threatening language. “We accept that in any sport, there is passion involved. Players often see things differently than our perspective, but this one was more serious, and that is reflected in the judicial penalty.” Ropiha’s Martinborough coach James Bruce was also disappointed and surprised at Ropiha’s actions but said the club would support him. “A lot of those young guys have outside issues, and it’s going to be frustrating, and we will stick with him. “He’s come a long way and has worked really hard, but it was a bit of a brain fart, and he apologised to the ref on Sunday,” Bruce said.

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A new gymnasium at Kuranui College is one step closer to becoming a reality as agreements were submitted for council approval yesterday. The gym will serve as a recreational facility for the wider community, with community groups able to access the gym outside of school hours and in school holidays. At a meeting yesterday, South Wairarapa District Council received a Funding and Agreements Report, including a draft memorandum of understandingand casual use agreement for the gym. The council also viewed proposed concept designs of the facility by Designgroup Stapleton Elliott. Council approval will trigger the release of $1 million of SWDC funding for the gym. SWDC agreed to provide this funding as part of its 2020-21 Annual Plan deliberations after several different solutions were proposed to replace the earthquake-prone gym. Kuranui College and the Ministry of Education will foot the rest of the approximately $5.5 million bill. MOE funding would

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not become available until the SWDC funding was signed off. Council funding will be provided under the condition that the wider community could access and use the new facility. Kuranui College principal Simon Fuller said the school already welcomed community groups to use the existing gym, but the upgraded gym would likely attract increased interest from the wider community. “The use agreement is no

different to what we have with the community now … it’s just that our existing gym is a hunk of junk. This one’s going to be really good.” The new gym would be larger than the existing gym, allowing for a fullsize netball court of 30.5 metres. The gym’s surface could also double as a basketball court, with a shorter length of about 28m. At present, the gym could only cater to miniball, a junior form of

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basketball with a shorter court. Sports such as volleyball and badminton could also be played within the new gym, with a higher ceiling proposed in concepts. This would be a major improvement for the school’s volleyball teams, which increased from one to six this year. “You can’t practise in our gym because as soon as you hit the volleyball, it hits the roof.” The draft MOU included the provision to establish

a facility management group, which would include SWDC and Greytown Sports and Leisure representatives. Under the MOU, maintenance of the facility – including cleaning, repairs, and security – would remain the responsibility of Kuranui College and MOE. Any community users of the gym would use swipe cards to access the facilities, reducing the need for security staff. Security cameras would also monitor the gym, although Fuller said there had never been any problems in the past. Kuranui College would have sole use of the facility during school hours, with bookings for other users available from 5-10pm on weekdays, as well as in the weekends and holidays. “The facility is going to be game-changing for the students,” Fuller said. “The council, in their decision last year, talked quite extensively about putting investment into young people, which they have done. “It’s going to open up not just sporting opportunities but a whole lot of wellbeing opportunities and curriculum opportunities for the kids.”

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Club captain Mike Taylor with the Top Instructor for the region award.

Committee member Jane Tiley, who won Volunteer of the Year. PHOTOS/SUPPLIED

according to the agenda for MDC’s Long Term Plan deliberations, which continued yesterday. “We’ve got our fingers crossed that we will receive funding, but we have to wait and see,” Rose said. “We know that we have the full support of the community.” Riversdale lifeguards were often called upon to act as first responders until ambulances could arrive at medical incidents on the coast. “If you’ve got a club in one of the cities like Wellington, in most cases, an ambulance is only 10 or 15 minutes away, whereas we’re 45 minutes away.” One such incident happened on New Year’s Eve last year when a quad bike travelling at speed

presence at the club for about 14 years. Tiley attributed the award to the hard work of all the club’s volunteers. “I just do what I need to do – my piece in the puzzle – to keep the club rolling along as efficiently and effectively as possible.” In the past year, Tiley helped redevelop the club’s nippers programme to cater to steadily increasing demand. The programme trained juniors from five- to 14-years-old daily during summer. “We never want to close off our programmes to anyone, so it was looking at how we could deal with that effectively and safely.” Fellow first responder Mike Taylor was named

flipped, seriously injuring the young driver. “If we hadn’t been there … there could have been a loss of life,” Rose said. “I’m pleased that our team responded and were able to keep these kids okay until rescue services arrived.” At Saturday’s ceremony, RBSLSC won a recognition award for its handling of another quad bike incident that happened in 2020. Individual Riversdale Beach Surf Life Saving Club members were also recognised for their contributions at the awards. Jane Tiley, one of two first responders for the Riversdale emergency call-out squad, was recognised as volunteer of the year for her constant

top instructor for the region. “It’s very nice to get recognised, but you do it for the kids, not yourself,” Taylor said. “To see them become legends from the time you first start off with them is what I do it for.” Taylor had more than 25 years of experience in surf lifesaving. He instructed future lifeguards through an initial course at Masterton pool, including theory and swimming lessons. He then took students out to the beach to experience a variety of conditions. “Those that enjoy it go on to be really good people.” Riversdale now competes at the National Awards of Excellence later this year.

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Riversdale Beach Surf Life Saving Club punched above its weight to win club of the year at the Capital Coast Awards of Excellence on Saturday night. The small club on the Wairarapa coast competed with other Capital Coast clubs, including Levin/ Waitarere, Otaki, and Lyall Bay, to earn the accolade. “It’s a great little honour for our club,” chairman David Rose said. “It’s acknowledgement of the hard work that the guards do on the beach and the support we get from our community.” Rose said its presence on Riversdale Beach and its ability to respond to first aid situations in the community was vital. He said RBSLSC was the only club in New Zealand that did not have wages fully funded by its local council. The club had asked for $20,000 in funding from Masterton District Council to take pressure off its costs. After 87 submissions about the club, the recommended funding had been set at $15,000 a year for three years,

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