21 August Independent Herald by WELLINGTON SUBURBAN NEWSPAPERS

Thursday August 21, 2025

New charity

By Frank Neill

A new charity that will be based at Newlands College was launched at the Gear Homestead on 19 August. The new charity has two major aims.

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Newlands College students will soon be helping a new charity, like these young people at a similar charity in San Francisco.

Photo: Supplied.

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Food as medicine for people with health needs

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One is to deliver medically tailored meals to people with health needs in the community.

The other is to provide educational opportunities around healthy food and its preparation for local young people.

Established by Jennifer Neill, Luke Wilson and Andy Duncan, the charity will begin operating during the first week of the next school term in early October.

It has yet to select a name it will use for the charity itself, although it has established a trust – the Medically Tailored Meals Charitable Trust.

“We’re excited to start this,” says Luke, who is a doctor with his practice in Miramar.

“We are going to provide these medically tailored meals free of charge to people with issues like heart disease, heart disease risk factors, type 2 Diabetes, being overweight and obesity.

“I’ve known about the power of food as medicine since my third year in medical school.”

Healthy food can lead to a reduction in the severity of an illness, a decrease in symptoms or even complete recovery for people with health issues.

“We know this works,” Luke says.

“Nutrition is really important.”

The second major aim of the new charity is youth development.

“The idea is to have youth vol-

unteers from Newlands College in the kitchen, learning about nutrition and learning to cook the meals for the clients,” Jennifer says. This will provide the students with vocational skills and will also provide a “ life skill that everyone needs”.

The student volunteers will be provided with leadership opportunities in the kitchen as well.

“We talked about it at Newlands College last week and we had 75 teens sign up,” Jennifer says.

The new Medically Tailored Meals Charitable Trust has

“Family working for Families in Tasman”

The Homestead is in the heart of Wakefield Village. Helping to make a positive difference in people’s lives.

worked on its project with the local Marae, Nga Hau e Wha o Paparangi “who are really on board with the work we are doing,” Jennifer says. The trust is currently looking for volunteer drivers to deliver the meals, volunteers to work in the kitchen and people who would like to become partners – who want to come on the journey with us,” Jennifer says. To volunteer or to find out more information, people can ring 022 616 0535. The new charity had its genesis last year when Luke and Jennifer attended a conference

in San Francisco and while they were there they found an organisation called Ceres Community Project. Ceres Community Project has prepared healthy medically tailored home-delivered meals to people who are too sick to shop or cook for themselves since 2007. It is a recognised leader of medically tailored meals in the United States. Following that Luke, Jennifer and Andy travelled to San Francisco in May this year and undertook training with the Ceres Community Project, and their new trust is a Ceres affiliate.

The three people who have set up a new charity to deliver healthy food to people with health issues. They are (from left) Luke Wilson, Jennifer Neill and Andy Duncan. Photo: Frank Neill.

Plea to keep Karori car parks

By Frank Neill

Wellington City Council’s plan to remove three car parks in Karori’s Marsden Village to allow for an articulated bus stop should be deferred to allow for local consultation on a solution.

This is stated in a submission to the Council’s Transport and Infrastructure Committee by the Karori Business Association (KBA).

“We oppose the permanent removal of car parks in Marsden Village,” the KBA submission, dated 19 July, says.

“Marsden Village has already lost parking spaces due to cycle lane installations; [and the] cumulative impacts are significant.

“We ask Council to defer permanent carpark removal, consider and trial alternatives, and engage meaningfully with local stakeholders.”

The KBA, “representing 82 local businesses including 36 in Marsden Village, is deeply concerned by Wellington City Council’s decision to press ahead with the permanent removal of another three carparks in Marsden Village to accommodate articulated buses,” the KBA says in a media release.

“While officers acknowledge Marsden Village’s importance as a local hub, their response makes it clear that operational efficiency is being prioritised over the economic and social wellbeing of the community.

“Council officers state that articulated buses are the ‘best solution’ for meeting peak demand on Route 2 and that the current bus stop cannot accommodate them without removing carparks.

“But KBA argues this is a blunt, one-size-fitsall approach that ignores Marsden Village’s unique character and needs.”

The media release identifies the following four issues:

• It is a permanent solution for a temporary issue – the buses are only required at peak times, yet the carparks will be gone 24/7/365.

• The Council relies on international studies of dense urban centres, not suburban villages where convenience and parking turnover underpin local business survival.

• Council Officers admit no Marsden-specific economic or community analysis has been carried out, and without this, the risks fall entirely on Marsden businesses and residents.

• The Council promises to “monitor impacts” once the change is made, leaving the community to bear the consequences of a poorly tested decision.

“Marsden Village is not just another stop

on Route 2.

“It is a vibrant shopping and service precinct where residents access health care, essential services, local retailers, cafés and community spaces.

“For many, especially older residents, families and those with mobility challenges, ease of access and short-stay parking make the village usable,” the KBA media release says.

“We rely heavily on the three car parks outside our shop. Removing these spaces would seriously affect our ability to operate,” one local business owner says.

Another, a long-standing funeral provider, warned: “This change would disrupt our ability to carry out respectful and dignified services for grieving families.”

KBA says it fully supports better public transport and sustainable travel.

However, the Council’s current approach

“risks sacrificing a thriving community hub for a narrow transport outcome.

“Viable alternatives exist – such as timebased clearways, more frequent standard buses, or adjusted routing – that would meet peak demand without permanent damage to Marsden Village.”

“We are not opposing better buses,” KBA Manager Bill McDonald says.

“We are opposing a lack of balance.

“Permanent infrastructure change must be justified by more than short-term operational convenience.

“Council must trial alternatives, commission proper local impact studies and work with us before making irreversible changes.”

This issue has arisen because the Council “made the cycleways a priority over buses,” the Wharangi/Onslow-Western Ward Councillor Diane Calvert says.

That has created challenges “which make it even harder for the bus network because of the cycleways, when the cycleways could easily have been placed on a secondary route, with less disruption.

“From my perspective that is the crux of the issue.

“The Council chose to ignore local community concerns with the bike plan, and continues to do so.

“So the local voice is overridden,” Cr Calvert says.

“The majority of Councillors have barely visited Karori or seen the impact on the roads.

“We have to share road space, but that doesn’t mean to say that everyone has to share the same road space.

“There are other options. The other option for Karori has always been if people wanted a cycleway, it’s the secondary route.”

Had the Council done that it would have “enabled room for the longer articulated buses,” Cr Calvert says. She also notes that the Wellington City Council had been asked to provide the bus stop at the Marsden Villege by the Greater Wellington Regional Council.

Boot Sale

The three car parks outside the Wilson Funeral Home that are planned to be removed for a bus stop. Photo: Supplied.

Historic landmark

The National War Memorial at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park has been made a National Historic Landmark of Aotearoa New Zealand.

“Receiving this recognition for our country’s National War Memorial is incredibly significant, and it is only the second place in New Zealand to receive Landmark status,” says the Secretary for Culture and Heritage Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae.

“The National War Memorial is central to Pukeahu and the story of Aotearoa New Zealand.

“It speaks to the service and sacrifice made by New Zealanders in efforts to create peace for the future.

“The Carillon Tower is currently being seismically strengthened so that it is preserved and protected for present and future generations of New Zealanders to enjoy,” says Leauanae.

“This status reflects the memorial’s profound significance to our national heritage, speaking to the sacrifice, resilience and evolving identity of our nation,” says the Chief Executive of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Andrew Coleman.

Putting the fun in Daffodil Day

Fundraisers across the country are putting the fun in fundraising and sport in support of Daffodil Day.

The Cancer Society is encouraging New Zealanders to “get your yellow on” throughout August, to raise awareness and raise funds to assist its work supporting New Zealanders impacted by cancer.

Daffodil Day Campaign Lead Mandy Evans says more than 1,650 individuals, community groups, schools and workplaces had already registered to fundraise.

“We are always humbled by the support that we get from our local communities, and we love to see the photos people share with us from across the country – dressed up

in their yellow and wearing their daffodils to show they stand with us as we take on cancer.”

While this year’s campaign centres on the sobering statistic that 1 in 3 New Zealanders will get cancer in their lifetime, highlighting the need for the Cancer Society’s wraparound support services, advocacy and research, there is always a beautiful display of love, hope and a little fun that is sprinkled in August through fundraisers, Mandy says.

“Northland Rugby’s mascot, Tane the Taniwha, has had his costumer make a daffodil headdress for him to wear at Northland teams’ August matches.

“In Auckland, a line-up of sporting legends from various codes will take to the court in the Coast Charity Netball Clash.

“And here in the capital, the Wellington Phoenix FC will be joining our army of volunteers who make this iconic street appeal happen.”

In Wellington clever bean counters can also look out for jumbo jars of blue and yellow jellybeans with a 1:3 ratio at Cancer Society centres and guess each jar’s tally for a sporting chance to win the contents!

Daffodil Day Donations can be made at www.daffodilday.org.nz, at any branch of major sponsor ANZ bank in August, or during the street appeal on Friday 29 August.

Newlands’ top mathematicians

By Frank Neill

Two Newlands College teams proved top mathematicians at the annual Mathswell competition on 18 August.

says on its Facebook page, “an outstanding achievement that we are very proud of.

The Year 9 team and the Years 12 and 13 team won their year group titles in the competition, which featured schools from throughout the Wellington region.

The winning Year 9 team comprised Kaavya Badiyani, Sumvidh Bharadwaj, Muhammad Mangera, Rishan Naik, Phoebe Nguyen and Miles Yin.

The Years 12 and 13 team comprised Sia Goel, Yifan Hu, Xiaoyu Huang, Rosalia Kiernan, Jia Nan Meng and Kathleen Wang.

This was, Newlands College

“Well done to all students who were involved and represented our school with pride.”

Four teams from Newlands College competed in this year’s regional Mathswell competition and all four qualified for the Cup division.

The other two teams were the Year 10 team of Atrisa Aghamohammadi, Kirsten Ang, Shubanyu Chandra, Dom Holden, Shreeya Sriramula and Thomas Yang; and the Year 11 team of Zain Abbasi, Rukman Kulam, Ashwath Prakash, Amie Sugarman, Sarah Tan and Justin Yang.

Alicetown, Lower Hutt

Putting some fun into Daffodil Day with a jar of jelly beans. Photo: Supplied.

Dogs on Cable Car

Photos like this one are wanted for the 2026 Dogs of the Cable Car Calendar.

Photographs of dogs on the cable car are currently being sought for the 2026 Dogs of the Cable Car Calendar.

The calendar will feature photos of dogs on or near the cable car.

People can submit a photo by visiting https://form.jotform.com/252257997189881 and entries are free.

Photos need to be landscape orientation, ideally with a ration of 4:3.

Multiple entries can be submitted but each

photo must be unique.

All profits from the sale of the calendars go to the Blind Low Vision Guide Dogs programme.

The owners of the photos selected to be in the calendar will be notified by email or direct message before the calendar goes to print.

Entries close at 11.59pm on Sunday 7 September and the calendar will go on sale in October.

Libraries helping with genealogy research

September is Family History Month, and the Wellington Libraries heritage team is sharing hidden gems and tips to help people with genealogy research.

People can learn about the libraries’ online family history resources and digitised collections during small group sessions at Te TakapŪ o Patukawenga Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library on Saturday 23 August from 1pm to 2pm and again on Thursday 28 August from 11am to noon.

These one-off sessions are limited to 12 attendees. People can register at the library or phone 04 232 1690.

For people who cannot make it to one of these sessions but are interested in exploring their family history , the library’s genealogy page is the perfect starting point.

“Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned researcher, you’ll find a range of helpful resources, including links to online databases, local archives and expert guides to help trace your whakapapa,” Wellington Libraries says.

“Start your journey into the past at wcl.govt.

nz/genealogy and uncover the stories that make up your family tree.”

For Wellington history buffs, Wonderland is a free event about Miramar’s very own "historical world-beating amusement park”.

The presentation will take place on Thursday 11 September at 6pm at Motu-kairangi Miramar Library.

Wonderland was Wellington’s first ever amusement park and has a fascinating back story which the panelists at the event will explore.

The park opened in 1907 and was located near the present-day Wētā Cave. At the time it was one of the biggest amusement parks in the southern hemisphere.

Its various attractions were part of the New Zealand International Exhibition of 1906-1907 and were brought to Wellington after the exhibition closed.

Featuring two of Aotearoa’s finest and most acclaimed historical novelists, Tracy Farr and Philippa Werry, as well as Local History specialist Gábor Tóth this is one not to be missed.

Inside one of Wellington’s libraries. Photo: Wellington City Libraries.

A green heart

Elite

Elite Arboriculture is a local, family-owned and operated tree management business on the Kapiti Coast, offering professional arborist services across the Wellington and Horowhenua regions.

Elite Arboriculture believes the mana of trees must be respected. They love giving back to the Earth by planting trees and to the community through volunteer service. Elite Arboriculture has carried out free tree work at their local preschools and kindergartens, as well as for their Free Tree Initiative, where they offer one lucky recipient arborist services of their choice at no cost.

competition. A great example of a local business supporting the local community… You folks are absolute stars, and we can’t recommend you highly enough.

“We had a team from Elite Arboriculture working at our son’s and daughter-in-law’s place in Paekākāriki today”, a happy customer comments. “This work was being done as a prize that Elite Arboriculture had donated to a local

Tree pruning and hedge trimming are important to maintain health and structure. From thinning to reductions, Elite Arboriculture can keep your trees healthy and looking their best. The team can also help with planting and mulching, assisting you in finding the right trees for the right spaces and with the right aesthetics. Trees are essential to our beautiful country’s ecosystem, but an unhealthy tree can be dangerous. If the time has come for removal, they are qualified to perform the job safely and professionally.

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Ahead of the Field

Trees are essential to our beautiful country’s ecosystem, but an unhealthy tree can be dangerous. If the time has come for removal, they are qualified to perform the job safely and professionally.

Elite Arboriculture has a green thumb and green heart for the community and ecosystem.

Window Tinting

Cashmere students to present ‘Gimme Some Space!’

A group of Cashmere Avenue School’s year 5 and 6 students have written a play – Gimme Some Space!

And the school’s years 3 to 6 students are currently busy preparing to present the play as their biennial production.

The production was written under the tutelage of the school’s Tumuaki Adelle Jensen.

The play has a space theme after a space and science inquiry focus across the school in Term 2.

It tells the story of six tui and their journey through space and time as they come across characters such as Neil Armstrong and James Cook as well as a couple of aliens.

Each class has a small performance set between each scene.

Not only have the students written the script but with teacher support they have designed the posters, tickets and named the production.

The staff have been busy visiting shops around Wellington collecting materials for costumes and props. The hot glue guns have been in high demand.

Ms Jensen noted how the staff go above and beyond with their mahi to help the production be a success and for tamariki to feel they have had the whole production experience.

“A production is a big team effort that can’t be done without the support of our staff and parent community,” she says.

“Our Year 3 to 6 teachers have put a lot of extra time and effort into maximising the arts experience for our ākonga, developing

their knowledge and experience to create the excitement and enjoyment of a show.”

Local theatre group, KAT is helping the school with lighting. As the saying goes, it takes a village; with a mammoth effort by everyone.

The New Entrants and Year 1 tamariki recently took to the road with a Kapa Haka bus tour, performing to a couple of Khandallah pre-schools and the juniors at Khandallah School.

They have been practising hard all term and pride was on display as they performed their set.

The Harakeke (Year 2) team has been diving into the genre of fairy tales. They have been learning about the well known fairy tales, the elements, structure and how a story is told through reading and writing. They will start looking at different drama elements in preparation for a fairy tale play performance at the end of the term to their parents.

Many of Cashmere’s students are also busy practising for Artsplash in late August and the St Brigid’s Kapa Haka Festival in mid-September.

“Our tamariki have embraced the arts this year, with so many children taking part in Kapa Haka and Artsplash,” Ms Jensen says.

“While the production is a lot of work, our tamariki have shown collaboration, growth mindset and whanaungatanga during the whole process and are looking forward to performing in front of their whānau.”

DAFFODIL FESTIVAL FLYER

SUNDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 2025

Option 1 - Travel between Carterton & Masterton in both directions on our heritage train. Approx. 1hr 30min

Option 2 - Travel by train from Carterton to Masterton, and then immediately jump on a Shuttle Bus back to Carterton to explore the Daffodil Festival.

Option 3 - Travel by train from Masterton to Carterton, explore the Carterton Daffodil Festival, and then travel by bus back to Masterton.

Cashmere Avenue School students during rehearsal for their upcoming production, Gimme Some Space! Photo: Supplied.

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Workout with Purpose – Prost-FIT for Prostate Cancer

Prost-FIT is a free fitness and wellbeing programme for men at any stage of their prostate cancer journey. The Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ programme blends physical and cognitive elements in a fun, social, supportive setting – led by qualified exercise professionals.

It’s more than just a workout – it’s about connection, laughter, and staying strong together. Join us Mondays at 11am at Jenkins Gym, 497 Hutt Rd, Alicetown. For more info, contact Trainer Daisy Hutton: daisy.hutton@tbihealth.co.nz or 027 260 3443.

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Consultation on clozapine

Medsafe has opened a consultation on proposals to reduce barriers to accessing clozapinenorth, a medicine used to treat treatment-resistant schizophrenia. These include reducing the blood monitoring requirements for people on clozapine treatment and widening prescribing to allow some pharmacists and nurse prescribers to take on this work.

The consultation is open to people taking clozapine, their family and caregivers, and healthcare professionals until 8 October 2025.

Clozapine is a medicine used to treat treatment-resistant schizophrenia. It is very effective but can cause significant side effects in some people.

The consultation follows a Medsafe review of the scientific literature and recent international guideline proposals. Currently, people taking clozapine are required to have regular blood tests. This

is because clozapine can cause a condition called neutropenia, which is when the number of white blood cells, called neutrophils becomes lower than normal. This increases the risk of severe infections. Currently these blood tests are required throughout treatment. However recent scientific research shows that it is possible to safely stop these tests after a period of time.

Data on the number of people taking clozapine shows that New Zealand has an effective system in place allowing patients access to clozapine. However, the Medsafe recognises the requirement for regular blood tests may create a barrier to access for some people. The proposal suggests stopping blood monitoring, if the person taking clozapine has not had neutropenia, is able to self-manage their medical care, and is able to identify symptoms of infection and notify a healthcare practitioner if needed.

Plimmer Steps Medical Centre

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Plimmer Steps Medical Centre are pleased to advise that their GP Dr Olga Vigasin is enrolling new patients. Please phone 04 472

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6024 to request an enrolment pack. They welcome Casual patients for Travel vaccines and Skin Checks with their GP Dr Claire Jackson, who holds accreditation with the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. www.plimmerstepsmedical.co.nz

Acorn Stairlifts provide safe and easy access in your home

As an example of Acorn’s commitment to excellence and safety, they are proud that their products have earned the prestigious Ease of Use Commendation from the Arthritis Foundation. This commendation is only awarded to companies whose products have passed rigorous testing proving they are easy to use for people with arthritis.

All Acorn Stairlifts are easy to use, easy to maintain, and all feature the very best in design, engineering and safety. The Acorn

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Hand and wrist therapy

Hand Therapists use splinting, casting and taping to support and protect injured hands, wrists and elbows.

Exercises are used to regain range of motion, improve strength and reduce sensitivity. Hands on treatment and education help you know what you’ve injured, what you

should do and what you should avoid to get back to your normal tasks as quick as possible.

Let us help you get back to doing what you love after injury to your hand, wrist or elbow. Phone 04 237-0229 www.handwristandelbow.co.nz

Cherries – helping support heart health and joint mobility

Diet plays a huge role in our health with foods that offer specific health benefits referred to as functional foods. Cherryvite’s Montmorency tart cherries is one such food.

As one of nature’s richest sources of antioxidants and queritrin, it helps to fight your body’s free radicals, and support heart health and joint mobility, reduce stress and enable a better night’s sleep. Montmorency tart cherries are warmed and pressed to remove the cherry juice. Cherry juice is concentrated to 68° Brix by removing water. Cherryvite products contain no additives, preservatives or colouring

agents and are 100% natural. Tart cherry juice concentrate can be reconstituted into a single-strength beverage.

Skylight Specialists have been specialising in skylights for 25+ years. We have yet to come across a brand/make/type or configuration of skylight that we do not know everything about.

Skylight Specialists is LBP (Government approved licensed building and roofing practitioners) , with 30+ years in the building industry and employ a highly skilled team which consists of trade qualified glaziers, roofers and builders. When we come and assess your skylight/s we will provide you with a free, no

obligation quotation. We will also provide you with a detailed report including photos that will include our findings and recommendations whether it be for general maintenance, repairs or replacement. At this time of year everyone is concerned about insulation of their homes, trying to keep warm and retain heat. Unfortunately, skylights are often overlooked, even when they can be sometimes the main factor of heat loss. Older skylights are sometimes full-time venting without the homeowner even being aware of this, which is no

different from leaving a window open 24/7. Others are only single glazed or just plastic. By upgrading to double glazing you can retain up to 70% more of your heat. A lot of skylights we come across is simply a piece of glass glued to the roof structure of your home – This is by far inadequate for many reasons including thermal properties and condensation issues, as the moisture has no where to go but get absorbed by the structure of your home. We will assess the entire skylight including the flashings (roof flashings

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Principal

Kent Favel - Kelburn Normal School

Jayne-Ann Young - Queen Margaret College

Queen Margaret College (QMC) offers contemporary learning in the heart of Wellington. We are the only girl’s school in Wellington that offers International Baccalaureate for Years 1 to 13. We also have a boarding facility and coeducational preschool. Principal Jayne-Ann Young joined QMC in 2017 as an innovator in educational delivery. She is passionate about creating opportunities for young women, and ensuring they have the confidence and resilience to pursue, and realise, their potential. “We nurture growth within a culture of unity and

Kent has been a tumuaki/principal for nearly 20 years and he began at Kelburn Normal School in April this year. He is passionate about coeducation in a full primary environment and feels privileged to be part of the Kelburn community.

“We are a thriving and happy kura and what is palpable is the strong sense of connection you feel as soon as you walk through our gates. We are big believers in manaakitanga — kindness, care, and looking out for one another. It is more than a value here; it is how we live and learn together. We are proud of our culture of Whā naungatanga,

sisterhood, and we believe in the importance of girls’ education. With our learners at the heart of every decision, we cultivate a holistic environment to encourage questioning, collaboration, and participation. All students should be adventurous in how they learn and take their place in the world with curiosity and courage. Our college is small enough to ensure every student is valued as an individual, but large enough to offer an extensive range of subjects, alongside sporting and cultural activities”. Register for one of our Tuesday Open Mornings for a guided tour, and to

we are warm, inclusive, and respectful. At Kelburn, we want our tamariki/children to feel confident, curious, and excited about learning. We support them in aiming high and exploring their passions — whether that’s in the learning spaces, on the stage, out in nature, or through sports. Our kaiako/ teachers are talented and work collaboratively alongside ā konga/learners to develop their powerful learning dispositions.

haka groups. Creativity is at the heart of the way we learn at Kelburn. To arrange a personalised visit and tour to meet Kent and the team please email admin@kelburnnormal.school.nz

Kent Favel - Principal, St Mark’s School

Kent believes that one of the main attractions of St Mark’s is its strong sense of community. “St Mark’s is a place with a real family feel,” he says. “We provide a warm, inclusive environment where children feel a strong sense of belonging - from day one”.

Kelburn has a long history of being a creative school with excellence in the performing arts - a strong programme of itinerant music teachers, bands, an orchestra, choirs and kapa

which Kent proudly believes in. “Coeducational schools reflect the diversity of our society. This is boys and girls, learning, playing and working together, just like the world we live in”.

Paula Wells – Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Located at the Basin Reserve, St Mark’s is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School where children receive a wellrounded education with a global outlook.

St Mark’s offers a seamless education from Preschool through to Year 8 and we welcome your child at any stage of their schooling journey.

St Mark’s has been a co-educational school for over 100 years, and this is something

Paula Wells joined Marsden in January 2022 following a seven-year tenure as Principal of Sacred Heart Girls’ College in New Plymouth.

Now in her fourth year as Principal of Marsden, Paula Wells is a passionate educational leader, strategic thinker and innovator. Her influence extends across Aotearoa’s secondary education sector through governance roles with School Sport New Zealand and College Sport Wellington. Set on 4.3 hectares of beautiful grounds in Karori, Marsden’s campus is home to a coeducational preschool, primary school for girls in Years 1-6, middle school for

A passionate educational leader, strategic thinker and innovator, Paula continues to strengthen the exceptional offering that Marsden provides. She also chairs School Sport New Zealand, an organisation committed to making sure Kiwi students have the opportunity to engage with sport and reap its benefits.

Marsden lays the foundation for lives of meaning, accomplishment and genuine

Limited spaces are still available for 2023 and now enrolling for 2024.

Explore St Mark’s Open Day on Friday 26 May and Saturday 27 May - please register

girls in Years 7-10 and senior school for girls in Years 11-13.

At Marsden, every learner is encouraged to achieve their personal best. Students are known, genuinely cared for and respected, receiving the individual attention they need to flourish both academically and in their co-curricular pursuits. With small classes, exceptional teachers, an innovative and rigorous curriculum, and a school-wide approach to hauora, young people thrive at Marsden.

Come and experience the difference for yourself at Marsden’s Open Day – Friday 15 August. marsden.school.nz/register

Paula Wells - Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

happiness. Girls Years 1-13 experience dynamic, flexible learning and a futurefocused education. Students are nurtured, encouraged and respected, and receive the individual attention they need to do well both academically and in their co-curricular pursuits. With small classes, exceptional teaching and Visible WellbeingTM practices integrated at all year levels, children and young people thrive at Marsden.

Find out more at our March Open Mornings - Friday 10 March (Years 7-13) or Tuesday 14 March (Preschool – Year 6).

marsden.school.nz/register

Stephen Eames - Ra roa Normal Intermediate

Jennifer Ioannou - St Brigid’s School

I am extremely proud to be the Tumuaki of Raroa Normal Intermediate and I am fortunate to be part of an amazing learning community of students, staff and whanau.

Jennifer was welcomed as the new Principal of St Brigid’s School, Johnsonville in July 2022 and feels blessed and privileged to have joined the St Brigid’s community.

St Brigid’s School is a multicultural Catholic school situated in the heart of Johnsonville that caters for over 300 students from Years 1-8. The St Brigid’s School vision, ‘Learning together with strength of character and gentleness of heart’ with the values aroha (love), maia (courage), whakapono (faith) and kotahitanga (inclusiveness) underpin all aspects of school life and the St Brigid’s culture. The school vision and values contribute to

the well-deserved reputation that St Brigid’s students have entering college and that is of being competent young people with good character.

Raroa kaiako are committed to meeting the diverse needs of akonga. We recognise that emerging adolescence is a time of significant personal, physiological and neurological change. We respond to these needs by providing an environment where they can thrive. The Intermediate/Middle School education model provides opportunities to specifically cater to akonga at their age and stage of development. Raroa has a

Jennifer is passionate about fostering a school environment that is supportive, inclusive and culturally-connected, and has a curriculum that is engaging, future-focused and integrates wellbeing education.

“My daily focus is that our tamariki will be happy, engaged, challenged and supported; prepared for a future where they can be confident and connected, contributing with strong values, ability and citizenship.”

Web: www.stbrigids.school.nz

Phone: 04 478 6516

authentic learning experiences to help students reach their full potential intellectually, socially, creatively and physically. As we seek to uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we motivate students to become contributing, participating members of our learning community.

Adelle Jensen - Cashmere Avenue School

rich history of excellence and innovation. It is a school culture that is defined by highquality teaching and a strong emphasis on whanaungatanga, or building relationships, to enhance the learning experience and strengthen student engagement.We believe in personalised approaches and ensure that everyone is valued, respected, and cared for in safe and stimulating learning environments. Our programmes incorporate the best of both traditional and modern teaching pedagogy to create a vibrant, engaging and student-focused curriculum. Learning takes many forms at Raroa and we provide

Jono Wyeth - Onslow College

Nau mai, haere mai. Welcome to Cashmere Avenue School / Marae o Khandallah. I am Adelle Jensen and I am so privileged to be the Tumuaki/Principal here at Cashmere Avenue School. At Cashmere Avenue we equip our learners to learn and thrive together. Our children are curious. They remind us that learning can start with a question and lead to a rich inquiry. Our children want to connect ideas, discuss and problem solve. They are explorers inspired by teachers who create powerful learning opportunities and respectful classroom

Onslow College Acting Principal, Jono Wyeth, wants every student to feel empowered to achieve their full potential and grow into confident, and valued members of Aotearoa. Our school prides itself on providing an exceptional environment and is built upon a clear vision and strong set of values that are the foundation of everything we do: Manaakitanga, Pursuing Growth, Whanaungatanga, Valuing Diversity and Kaitiakitanga. These values underpin our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development. We

cultures. Cashmere Avenue teachers are akonga/learners too - we inquire into how we can broaden children’s values and capabilities even more. With a stunning outlook to the Wellington harbour, Cashmere Avenue is a hub in our community. It has years of stories, plenty of heart and a great deal of pride. Cashmere Avenue School is a taonga, and our people are our treasure. We welcome enrolments from families in our enrolment zone. At times we also open the ballot for out of zone enrolments. If you are looking for a school for your child, please take

are consistently among the top schools in New Zealand for academic achievement, and celebrate the invaluable learning that occurs beyond the classroom. Our extensive pastoral care, coupled with an array of sporting and cultural activities, ensures that students have every opportunity to develop their strengths and identities. Onslow College has a long tradition of student empowerment and voice. Our student leadership structure provides opportunities to contribute positively to the wider community and recognise their actions

a look around our website. You are welcome to visit - We would love to meet you and show you around our amazing school. Nga manaakitanga

Adelle Jensen Tumuaki / Principal Web: www.cashmere-ave.school.nz Phone: 04 939 4700

and voice have the potential to effect change. As a leader, Jono embodies the Onslow College vision of meeting people where they are, nurturing them to thrive and supporting them to stand in the world and achieve their aspirations. Website: https://onslow.school. nz/ Email: principal@onslow.school.nz

Amelie Kelder – St Catherine’s College

Nō Belgium tōku whānau, ā, nā Te Tiriti o Waitangi au i whai tŪrangawaewae ki Aotearoa.

Kei Te Whanganui-a-Tara tōku kāinga

Ko Amelie Kelder tōku ingoa

It is an absolute privilege to serve as Te Tumuaki o te Kāreti o Hāta Kataraina / the Principal of St Catherine’s College. St Catherine’s is a community where we celebrate the successes of our ākonga, deliver a strong learning programme, and offer a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities.

Our Catholic Special Character is central to our College, and the Mercy values guide us in our teaching and learning. With students from a wide range of nationalities, we take pride in cherishing and celebrating our multicultural identities.

My vision for the school is to create a place where every ākonga feels happy and safe, finds joy in learning, celebrates their own successes as well as those of others, and develops their Catholic identity through challenges and decision-making.

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Women in Business

Name: Donna Marks

Occupation: Mortgage Adviser

Name: Occupation:

Phone: 027 330 6623

What does your role entail?

As a mortgage adviser I provide advice & support for individuals & families to achieve their goal of home ownership. I support you through every stage of the process. Helping you to understand how much you can borrow, gather the paperwork required for the bank and finding the right lender for you.

What does your role entail?

What has been your biggest achievement?

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A client I met, wanted to buy a house, but had no idea where to start or what they should be doing. Their finances were not in the best of shape, and they weren’t aware where their money was going or if they would ever be able to buy a house. After looking at their income and expenses I was able to give them advice and tips on how to manage their spending and start saving a deposit. After following my advice and plan on how to manage their finances, within 18 months they purchased their first home.

Why I love where I live and work?

What has been your biggest achievement?

Name: Ellie Lockhart

Wellington is a great place to live & work. It has fabulous walks & cycleways, easy access to the harbour and lots of lovely beaches within an easy walk or short drive. It has supportive communities and local events and sporting activities for everyone to enjoy. The weather is great, even a windy day is a chance to enjoy the scenery and breathe in some fresh air. The greatest joy about what I do is?

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Building great relationships with people and helping families achieve their dreams of buying a home for them and their families. Over the years I have been invited to housewarming parties, weddings and baby showers as many of my clients have become friends.

When not working I enjoy?

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I love to spend time in Sydney with my children & grandchildren. Otherwise, you will find me in my garden or winter evenings knitting or watching a good love story or comedy at the movies.

When not working I enjoy

A woman in the world I get inspiration from?

My priorities and hopes for the future?

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My Mother and my Mother-in-law were amazing. They were determined ladies who always put family first, they were always willing to share their knowledge & skills with humour and kindness despite the challenges they faced.

In my professional life I want to continue to be a trusted adviser to my clients, always putting their needs to the front of everything I do and for my family to be the person they know they can come to whenever they need a good listener and someone who will give them advice without judging them.

I will always take the time to understand your individual needs and objectives to help you to be in the best position to be able to buy your dream home or investment property. I work for you as a caring & trusted adviser who genuinely wants to see you achieve your dream of home ownership.

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Name: Tania McCrystall

Name: Occupation:

Occupation: Business Development Manager

Phone: 027 216 6997

What does your role entail?

Name:

Occupation:

“I help property owners by building relationships, understanding what they need, and making sure they feel supported. My role is all about connecting people with the right solutions and making the process as smooth as possible.”

What has been your biggest achievement?

What does your role entail?

Name: Occupation:

Occupation: Coaching & Hypnotherapy

Phone: 021 201 8982

What does your role entail?

I harness science and evidence-based techniques like NLP, hypnosis and havening® to support clients who want to be more positive, present and future focused in their lives. Often clients feel that their past is hijacking or blocking their ability to reach their goals, or how they want to show up in their relationships.

What has been your biggest achievement?

My biggest achievement was when I connected with a long-term owner who had 14 properties. They had reached the point where managing everything on their own had become overwhelming. I was able to step in, really listen to their concerns, and show them how we could take that pressure off their shoulders. Seeing the relief they felt, knowing their portfolio was being properly cared for, was a proud moment for me. It reminded me that what I do isn’t just about property — it’s about supporting people and making their lives easier. Why I love where I live and work?

The greatest joy about what I do is?

What has been your biggest achievement?

What does your role entail?

I love where I live and work because there’s such a strong sense of community here. Every day I get to meet different people, hear their stories, and be part of their property journey. It’s a place where you feel connected, and that makes building relationships so natural.

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When not working I enjoy?

Why I love where I live and work

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The greatest joy about what I do is helping people feel at ease. Whether it’s a first-time investor or someone with a whole portfolio, I love taking the stress out of property decisions and giving them confidence that they’re in good hands. Seeing that sense of relief and trust build is what makes my job so rewarding.

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A woman in the world I get inspiration from?

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, getting outdoors, and making the most of our beautiful local spots. I love keeping life balanced — whether it’s a walk, a good catch-up over coffee, or just relaxing at home.

The greatest joy about what I do is

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When not working I enjoy

My priorities and hopes for the future?

When not working I enjoy

Having alignment, of being energised and happy with who I am and how I show up and now sharing with clients as my business. I’m having the most rewarding time of both my professional and personal life to date. Why I love where I live and work?

What has been your biggest achievement?

The greatest joy about what I do is?

What does your role entail?

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The proximity to the city, view of the harbour, and being able to be in the bush within 20 minutes’ walk from my back door.

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When not working I enjoy?

Name: Occupation:

Seeing the light return to a client’s eyes and their posture shift, when they realise they are no longer carrying the weight of their trauma and supporting them identify what’s next. I love hearing from them with updates of how they are doing.

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Walking near water or in the bush. Spending quality time with friends and family, sometimes over a wine and often with a lot of ribbing. Travelling to different places and exploring the culture are also wonderful albeit not

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Women in Business

A woman I get inspiration from is my sister. I admire her resilience, kindness, and the way she approaches challenges with a positive attitude. She’s someone who leads by example in everyday life, and she constantly reminds me of the importance of staying grounded, being compassionate, and lifting others up.

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My priorities and hopes for the future

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Contact myself/business

Women in Business

My priorities are about nurturing meaningful relationships, both at work and in life, and continuing to grow in ways that make a real difference for the people around me. For the future, I hope to keep learning, take on new challenges, and create a life and career where I feel fulfilled, connected, and able to support others along the way.

My mum although long passed over. And my two adult daughters. They inspire me to continue to grow and be the best version of me. I am also inspired by my clients (regardless of gender) as they each come with their

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To scale my business while supporting more people to resolve old trauma and get alignment to live the lives

What has been your biggest achievement?

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Welcome to The Independent Herald’s - Women in Business Feature where we shine the light on local women achieving great things every day

Name: Emma Young Occupation: Residential Real Estate Agent Phone: 021 866 661

Why I love where I live and work

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Name:

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What does your role entail?

What has been your biggest achievement?

Why I love where I live and work?

Enabling buyers and sellers to fulfill their property goals. Assisting with property decisions through providing advice and tailoring solutions to resolve lifestyle challenges.

What does your role entail?

What has been your biggest achievement?

The greatest joy about what I do is?

What has been your biggest achievement?

What does your role entail?

Consistently awarded #1 Team. Founding Lowe & Co Realty, with 4 others, which has grown to be one of Wellington’s leading Real Estate Agencies. Recognised as NZ RER #1 Agent.

Wellintonians are down to earth people. Creating enduring relationships with clients, results in long term partnerships as their lives transition. Lowe & Co genuinely collaborate to get the best result for every individual. My team focus on client experiences that exceed expectations.

When not working I enjoy?

Name: Occupation:

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Repeat and referral business is the greatest satisfaction. The genuine reactions of clients knowing our results are life changing for them surpasses anything else. This is my why.

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Because my professional life is so fast paced my downtime is cherished with my supportive close network & family; partner Ben, and boys Jayden & Alex, without whom the extent of my success wouldn’t be possible. A woman in the world I get inspiration from?

My priorities and hopes for the future?

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My role models have always been my devoted and determined parents Jennie & Peter Young with their exceptional work ethic and my strong and independent 96 year old grandmother, Betty Moynihan.

Contact myself/business because?

With a proven track record of superior customer service and results, Emma Young Team will tailor the best solution for you and your property needs.

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Building on my current success; going from strength to strength. Striving to become Wellington’s household name for the city’s Real Estate transactions.

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Why I love where I live and work

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Photo competition to showcase capital

By Frank Neill

Wellingtonians have an opportunity to not just win prizes but also be featured at a major photographic exhibition that takes place next month.

The photography competition is being run by Karori resident Simon Woolf’s Woolf Photography.

The aim of the competition is to showcase Wellington’s natural environment, Simon says.

“This is an opportunity to showcase how wonderful our land, marine, city and wildlife environment is.

“Wildlife in relation to city adaptation is allowed, as are cityscapes with an emphasis on our green spaces and reserves.”

The best 20 photos will be on show at Takina as part of the upcoming World Press Photo/ Spencer Digby/ Woolf Collection 90th Anniversary exhibitions and public programme, which will run from 5 September to 5 October.

The competition is open to photographers who do not earn a living from photography

Photos, which can be taken on cameras or on phones, can be entered by sending them to hello@woolf.co.nz by 3 September.

The winners will be announced on 19 September.

Photographers whose work is selected to be exhibited will each receive certificates and photo printing vouchers to the value of $100. There will be awards recognising excellence and an overall Champion Award where a trophy will be awarded.

There will be a youth award for an under

18-year-old entrant should an image be worthy of selection.

The overall winner will also receive an Epson Photo Printer.

Photos should be submitted as jpegs and be of a size and quality that they can be printed to A3 in size.

All the photos submitted should also be rectangular in format and not be panoramas or circles. Files submitted should be formatted or cropped to fit an A3 size if possible.

More information about the competition is at www.woolf.co.nz.

The exhibitions at Takina are built around the World Press Photo Exhibition and are facilitated by The New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts.

Woolf Photography is celebrating 90 years and its exhibition will include photography from the Te Papa Spencer Digby Woolf Collection.

It will include some historic photos of major events that have taken place in the capital, including Royal visits, the Wahine disaster, the Beatles in the capital and Louis Armstrong’s visit.

Some of the images go back to 1934, Simon says.

They will be shown alongside works by Legendary Photojournalist Peter Bush, former Chief Dominion Photographer Barry Durrant and Pulitzer and Multi Picture of the Year International Award winner Melanie Burford.

Takina will also be hosting a charity evening on 19 September featuring the current national champion Brass Band, Wellington Brass. They will be performing in front of a set

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projected images featuring "Our Landscape-Our Wildlife."

This event will raise funds for the Wellington Brass Band's trip to The Netherlands next year, having been invited to attend The World Brass Band Championships.

The evening will feature a question and answer session around the importance of documentary photography with Keith Quinn. The exhibitiion will also feature a display of old cameras.

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A rainbow over Wellington – one of the photos in the upcoming exhibition at Takina.

Photo: Supplied.

Amesbury School in Churton Park currently has student places available in all year groups (up to year 6). These places are open to students living outside of the Amesbury School zone.

• Applications for out of zone places will close on Sunday 5th October, 2025

• For further information, or to apply for an out of zone place, please contact our enrolment team on enrol@amesbury.school.nz

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details of which are available on the school website.

The Board of Trustees have approved 30 Out of Zone vacancies in 2026. Applications are made on the official enrolment form, which is available at the school office or online enrolment on the school website. The deadline for receipt of applications for out of zone places is Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 3pm. If a ballot for out of zone places is required, it will be held on Friday 10th October 2025. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three working days of the ballot being held.

If you live in the home zone and have not yet signalled your intention to enrol your child, please contact the school immediately to assist us to plan appropriately.

Please contact the school office, phone 04 4784282 for details regarding the application process or email: office@churtonpark.school.nz

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Wadestown School

The Wadestown School Board invites applications from parents ‘out of zone’ who wish to enrol their children at Wadestown School for Terms 1 and 2, 2026. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or at www.wadestown.school.nz Students who live in the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school.

Limited places are available in the following areas of the school:

● Ten Out of Zone New Entrant places

● Four Out of Zone places for each year in Year 1 and 2

● Two Out of Zone places in Year 3

● Six Out of Zone places in Year 5

● Two Out of Zone places in Year 6

● Twelve Out of Zone places in Year 7

Where there are more applications for enrolment than there are places available, the Board are required to fill any vacant out of zone places by ballot.

Applications from out of zone students will be processed in the following order of priority:

● Priority will be given to applicants who are siblings of current children at the school.

● Priority will then be given to applicants who are siblings of former children of the school.

● Priority will then be given to applicants who are children of Board employees.

● Priority will then be given to other applicants.

If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, selection will be by ballot. If a ballot for out of zone places is required, it will be held at 12:00 pm on Friday 10 October 2025 under external supervision. Parents will be informed as to the outcome of the ballot following the ballot being held.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out of zone places is at 12:30 pm on Wednesday 15 October 2025.

CROSSWORD

Applications are to be made in writing by email, to the Principal marked ‘Confidential’ to Amanda Frater (amandaf@wadestown.school.nz) using the Subject Heading; ‘Confidential - Out of Zone Ballot 2026’.

Ngā mihi nui, Amanda Frater Tumuaki/Principal Wadestown School Board

further inquiries, please email: office@wadestown.school.nz or

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Wellington versus Auckland cup finals

By Hamish Wareham

This past weekend saw the semi final stage of both premier New Zealand football knockout competitions take place.

In the Chatham Cup semi final the defending champions Wellington Olympic faced a 5am wake up call to travel north to Madills Farm to take on Eastern Suburbs AFC, a team that knocked Olympic out of the cup in extra time in 2023.

It was well worth the trip for Olympic, despite going a goal down in the 30th minute.

Isa Prins equalised from the penalty spot in the final action of the first half.

There was no separating team’s for the next hour plus so the game was to be decided in a penalty shootout.

Scott Basalaj came up trumps for the Greeks yet again, saving the penalties of Jackson Jarvie and Noah Karunaratne to book Olympic a spot in their second final in as many years.

Auckland United will be their opponents at North Harbour Stadium, after they ended the fairytale run of Nelson Suburbs in a 3-0 defeat at Keith Hay Park.

The Auckland United women’s side will also have the chance to defend their Kate Sheppard Cup title after they too eliminated

Eastern Suburbs 1-0 in Saturday’s semi final. For Auckland to go back to back, they will have to defeat the Wellington Phoenix Women’s Reserves who scored a 2-1 win over Cashmere Technical on Sunday at Fraser Park with goals coming from Lilly Brazendale and Amber de Wit.

In the women’s Central League, Petone now holds all the cards in the coveted third national league spot after they came from a goal down to defeat 2024 women’s national league finalists Waterside Karori 2-1 on Saturday 16 August.

Renee Bacon scored the game’s first goal in the 25th minute putting the home side 1-0 up with her 15th goal of the season.

Caelin Patterson equalised for Petone three minutes later, before a 38th minute winner from Pepi Olliver-Bell proved the difference maker as Petone now sit third on the ladder with two rounds remaining and lead Waterside Karori by a single point.

Elsewhere on Saturday already crowned champions Wellington United beat Moturoa 2-0 at Newtown Park with goals in the 83rd and 90th minutes from Hannah Pilley and Natalie Olson.

Honours were even at the Boyd-Wilson Field, with Victoria University and Miramar Rangers playing out a 1-1 draw.

REBUS hears about WELLfed

Brooke Fryer and Rachel Dick from WELLfed were the guest speakers at the July meeting of the REBUS Club of Khandallah.

Brooke is the Communications and Marketing Leader for WELLfed, and Rachel is the Logistics Co-ordinator.

Together they gave a very cheerful and inspiring presentation on the WELLfed charity, which has operated in Cannons Creek since 2016.

It serves families through food skills training, garden programmes and support services.

The programme began with eight members at Holy Family school hall in Cannons Creek, learning how to make muffins.

Early in 2019 they moved to an old bowling club on Hampshire Street, where they have a childcare area to make it easier for students to participate.

Now 90% of the tutors are graduates of the programme, with 23 staff totalling 12 full-time equivalent positions.

WELLfed runs eight cooking and food skills training classes weekly, and students attend one cooking class a week for two terms of eight weeks.

Classes teach basic skills such as knife safety, pasta cooking and recipe reading, which develops numeracy and literacy skills.

Students make meals and baking weekly and take home what they have cooked, plus packs of fresh fruit and vegetables – including Rescue food from Kaibosh and Kiwi Community Assistance.

Students also receive packs of basic cooking equipment and pantry items so they can continue to cook at home with whānau.

A garden programme started in 2018 on the former bowling green, which was a grass and weed wilderness.

It is now a flourishing and productive gar-

WELLfed’s Brooke Fryer (left) and Rachel Dick at the REBUS Club of Khandallah. Photo: Supplied.

den, well tended by helpers and volunteers, including groups from local schools.

WELLfed won New Zealand Gardener of the Year 2023 from NZ Gardener magazine. It currently has a waitlist and operates primarily on government contracts, grants and fundraising.

WELLfed Plus provides workshops in first aid, communication skills, interview skills, time management and parenting.

It also provides CV writing assistance, goal setting plans and driver's license support.

REBUS is a social club for retirees and usually meets on the last Friday of the month.

The next REBUS meeting will be on Friday 28 August at 10am at the Khandallah Bowling Club, Woodmancote Road.

The Speaker will be Lance Lukin from the Mission to Seafarers, an organisation dedicated to caring for seafarers and their welfare.

Visitors will be welcome. For more information internet search “Khandallah REBUS”.

Karori Captain Renee Bacon (7) celebrates scoring a penalty to put her side 1-0 up.

Photo: Ciara Griffin.

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