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Young hot shot By Dan Whitfield Twelve-year-old Saviour Tui has passed the ball from representing her school to representing her region, but she really shot the goal by helping her team win a recent tournament which crowned them overall champions. The St Claudine Thévenet School student was selected for a year eight, age-ranked Lion Foundation representative team earlier this year, after representing her Hutt Valley netball team. Continued on page 2 NETBALLER: Saviour Tui was picked for a tournament representative team. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield

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‘Can-do’ attitude By Aaron Meredith A trolley full of food is set to make its way to the Wainuiomata Community Centre, thanks to the team at NZCU Baywide. The neighbourhood credit union is teaming up with the Salvation Army in collecting items of food, and manager Mani Malaeulu is greatful for the generosity that has been shown by the community. “I have to thank Countdown for letting us use their facilities and collect there, and thanks to all the businesses in advance that are about to donate as well,” Mani says. Fernlea School is also helping out the cause where they can. He also made an appearance on the local NuiFM station,

and says that it was good to get on the air and say what was happening. Mani says that the aim was to double last year’s collections of 150 items, and things were already looking good. “We are on target to reach near 400 items, and we still have until the end of April,” he says. The Can-Do campaign is running through every NZCU Baywide in the region, and is intended to help out community centres with providing food for families that need it. Mani says that people who still want to donate can just pop into the branch on Wainuiomata Rd. “I can’t thank people enough for their generosity, every item counts,” Mani says.

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The Wainuiomata girl joined one other player from the Hutt Valley in the tournament team; with the team competing in a total of three games – one in Porirua, another in Levin, and the final in Taupo. “It was an amazing opportunity...It was such an honour and I was so happy when I was selected. I loved playing with the team,” Saviour says. Saviour missed out on being selected for the team last year after breaking her arm and unable to attend

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trials. “This is my first time competing in a representative team and I loved it,” she says. The young Wainuiomata player was one of many crucial members of the squad, helping her team win all three in the tournament. She says there was a lot of training and hard work that went into trainings, with everyone in her team working hard to be the best. “My parents were so happy and praised God for giving me the opportunity,” Saviour says.

Throughout her years at St Claudine Thévenet School, Saviour has been part of a number of netball teams, as well as dabbling in indoor netball about two years ago. At this stage, Saviour is set to attend St Mary’s College in Wellington next year and is hopeful she can continue to be part of both school, regional, and representative netball teams. “I’m looking forward to stepping up,” she says. Saviour is set to play two more games for her school netball team before the season comes to an end.

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Should it go here, should it go there? Our Wainuiomata News reporter Dan Whitfield had a chat with MP Trevor Mallard about whether the camera snapping your speed will be in the right place.

MP Trevor Mallard is questioning the position of a new generation speed camera planned for Wainuiomata Rd. New Zealand Police revealed earlier this year the first 12 sites to have the new design of cameras, including six locations in Auckland and six in Wellington – one of which Wainuiomata will boast. All new cameras are set to be installed by the end of next year and will cost $10 million. They will also replace old outdated wet film technology cameras. While Mr Mallard does not agree with people speeding, he believes the idea of putting one of the new “high-tech” speed cameras along Wainuiomata Rd is “ridiculous.” He tells the Wainuiomata News he requested the NZTA to provide a list of all crashes between Parkway and Rata St – the stretch of road where the speed camera is located – over the last three years. “There has only been one accident in the last three years, and that was down by the Parkway roundabout,” Mr Mallard says. “It’s ridiculous…It seems the NZTA is just after money,” he says. In the past, discussions between

Mr Mallard and local police have identified limited problems with speeders along the stretch of road, however was more of an issue on smaller, quieter roads such as Wise St and Burden Ave. The real beef the Hutt South MP has with the location of the new speed camera is whether it will be a safety exercise or revenue gaining one. “This stretch of road has to be one of the safest in the Hutt Valley region. It’s wide, you’ve got a large median in the middle; and in most places, areas like this would be 60km,” Mr Mallard says. He believes an appropriate place, or a better suited location for the speed camera would be on Wainuiomata Hill – on either side of the road as the new version of cameras catch speeding vehicles going in both directions. Despite the criticism from Mr Mallard, the speed camera will be installed on Wainuiomata Rd, as well as another on the Waiwhetu side of Wainuiomata Hill Rd.  Tell us what you think. Do you agree with MP Trevor Mallard? Do you think an updated camera is needed and where would you suggest it be located? Email daniel@wsn.co.nz

Hutt says konichiwa A visit from four teachers continues to strengthen the sister city relationship between Lower Hutt and Minoh City, Japan. The teachers arrived from Minoh on Sunday and will be visiting primary schools around the region. While this is the first time they will meet in person, teachers have already formed a friendship with the schools’ students and teachers via Skype. The Skype project, launched earlier this year, links a local school with a sister school in Minoh, bringing fantastic learning opportunities for all involved.

Hutt City Community Awards ON THE LOOK OUT: MP Trevor Mallard beside the Wainuiomata Rd speed camera. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield.

Weapon to combat speeding  The Ngaraunga Gorge was the first location in New Zealand to operate the new technology speed cameras, and Wainuiomata is to be the second. Police manager crash investigation and calibration services, Inspector Mark Stables, says about the Ngaruanga Gorge installation: “Among the new camera’s features is a dual radar-based detection system that works more efficiently, as well as software that gives us the ability to remotely configure the camera and download its data, doing away with the need to physically visit the site, except for periodic maintenance. This reduces costs as there is no film or processing requirements, nor any need for sensors to be buried in the road.”

Save the date for Discovery Day Sometimes it is really easy to overlook what is in your own backyard but Hutt City’s Discovery Day is set to change that with a family-friendly day out that opens up local organisations, places and facilities. Led by local councils, Discovery Day is set to run on Sunday, October 12, and will showcase a range of local sites and activities – with the majority of activities free or by gold coin entry.

So far the list of locations part of this year’s event includes: Dowse Art Museum; Hutt City pools; Belmont Regional Park (Oakley St); the Old Jail, Petone; Te Maori Cultural Centre, Waiwhetu; Percy Scenic Reserve, Korokoro; Canine Solutions, Seaview; Hutt City Art Society and Odlin Gallery; Hikoi for HUHA Dog Walk; and Leisure Active programmes at Treadwell St Hall, Naenae.

Participants interested will first pick up a treasure map then collect stamps at each location they visit on Discovery Day. Those that take part will also go in the draw to win great prizes, including Interislander and Air New Zealand travel vouchers. Dowse Square will have a free sausage sizzle, face painting for the kids, a bouncy castle and the chance for people to meet and talk to local councillors.

The 2014 Hutt City Community Awards will be held on Tuesday, September 16. Two awards given out on the night, will be the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards and the Safe City Awards. The Airport Regional Community Awards are an initiative of Wellington International Airport Ltd, in partnership with The Community Trust of Wellington and the five local councils, and recognise the volunteer contribution from community groups. The Safe City Awards recognise organisations and individuals who contribute to helping to create a safe city.

Start training Be brave and sign up to this year’s Hutt City Tri while there is still more than three months to train. Entries opened this week for the popular ‘beginner’ Triathlon, Duathlon and Shoe Clinic 5km run on Sunday, November 23. The event is often touted as a ‘beginner triathlon’ because it’s a great, achievable goal for regularly active people. Registrations have started strong because the event is also a great warm up for the triathlon season. Competitors are encouraged to sign up now at www.huttcitytri.co.nz.

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inbriefnews Petone Settlers Museum closed The Petone Settlers Museum has been temporarily closed, and is set to reopen today. The museum closed earlier this year while remedial work is done to repair damage to the roof caused by the recent bad weather. Hutt City Council has apologised for any inconvenience caused by the closure.

Students set to chill at the zoo Pukeatua School students are set to be treated to a tour of Wellington Zoo next Tuesday. The Warehouse School Zoo-fari transports students from schools to the zoo and provides them with study materials, while supporting their participation in education, including up-close animal experiences. At this stage around 46 students from Pukeatua School are set to head to the zoo, as well as four teachers and six staff members from The Warehouse Wainuiomata. The Warehouse Zoofari is a three-year partnership between Wellington Zoo and The Warehouse, which began in 2013 with fundraising in The Warehouse’s Wellington stores.

Wacky hair day next month Arakura School is set to get a bit wild next month, hosting its own Wacky Hair Day to support KidsCan. The Arakura event is set to run on Friday, September 19. KidsCan Charitable Trust was founded in 2005 and aims to ensure children less fortunate have the same opportunity as others to take advantage of their education. Since 2005, KidsCan has provided raincoats, as well as much more.

Stamps mark moment in history New Zealand Post has paid tribute to the 234 New Zealand Post and Telegraph Department staff that died during the First World War – as part of the centenary of World War One Com memorative stamps were recently launched by the group as part of a series which will be part of a five-year programme, telling the story of the war. The issue 1914 – For King and Empire tells the story of

SEALED: New Zealand Post’s commeorative stamp set. PHOTO: Supplied

the Great War through a New Zealand perspective – with one of the stamps featuring serviceman and everyman, Melville Mirfin. The stamp pays tribute to him and the thousands of other New Zealanders who left their families behind and answered the call to defend their country, king and empire. Melville’s son and other family members were at the launch to read some of his postcards that he wrote during the war.

The Hutt will be paving its way to a cycle and walkfriendly city soon, after Hutt City Council’s Policy and Regulatory Committee has recommended that council should increase its investment in cycling and walking infrastructure by more than $3 million over three years. This policy announcement comes hot on the heels of Prime Minister John Key’s announcement of $100 million in new funding to acCUSTOMER: UNITED CONTAINERS celerate cycleways in urban REP ID: C06 centres. Mayor Ray Wallace says: “We will be making a strong case for access to that funding; the fact the $100 million was announced in Petone

surely bodes well for our success.” Through a range of methods, the plan aims to encourage people in the city to walk and cycle more often and further. “The Hutt region has an existing network of cycleways that are well used by residents and visitors to the area. Adding to those and improving existing routes will have wideranging benefits,” says Mayor Wallace. The committee meeting on PROOF TIME 2/09/2013 7:42:28 a.m. Monday, August 18 approved LAST RUN: 11/27/13 the walk and SIZE: 1/4 PG IScycle the Hutt plan and the recommendation that council should approve the increased expenditure as part of the 2015 – 2025 LongTerm Plan (LTP).

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Flower show blooms into 74th year By Dan Whitfield Flowers will be blooming and showcasing their beauty at the 74th Wainuiomata Spring Flower Show to held later this year – a longstanding important event on the valley’s calendar. This year the event is set to run on September 7, with the convenor of the show, Joyce Lockyer, advising the change to Sunday was an effort to encourage more children to enter. She says she felt that with most children being involved in sport on a Saturday, a change of day may give all entrants more time to prepare their entries and of course more time to view the full show in the afternoon. “Response to date for this change has been very positive and we are hoping for a record attendance,” Joyce says. “We are also delighted to again be back at Wainuiomata School Hall which has recently been completely renovated and is now a wonderful and extremely suitable venue for this show,” she says. Susan Little and Wendy Paulik are regulars at the show, showcasing last year with beautiful specimens of flowers that caught the eyes of judges. “It’s a very popular show...There’s a large sum of people from children to members of the community take part each year,” Susan says.

Each year young gardeners that enter the show are also given seeds to recognise their participation. Both gardeners are taking part again this year, with Susan saying it comes down to what is in the garden. “There have been a lot of spring flowers coming into bloom recently, but the weather hasn’t been very friendly to them. It’s still looking promising though,” Susan says. The sections are flower, narcissus, camelia, handcraft, junior handcraft and floral art/ display. The children’s sections are children’s cooking and junior decorative. With the Wainuiomata Spring Flower Show back at the Wainuiomata School Hall, organisers are hopeful there will be a boost in the crowds and popularity of the show. Wendy tells the Wainuiomata News right now the focus is to get people interested, and get the numbers up. “I first entered when I was 7, and now I’m 56...It’s a great event,” she says. For more information, contact Wendy on 564 1497.  The Wainuiomata Spring Flower Show will be held on Sunday. September 7, at the Wainuiomata Primary School Hall. It runs from 2pm to 3.30pm.

GARDENERS: Wendy Paulik and Susan Little are enterting the Wainuiomata Spring Flower Show again this year, which is set to run on September 7. PHOTO: Emily Elliott

Bootcamp support Hutt City libraries lead By Dan Whitfield Support is set to be given to local people who want to start up their own business through a business boot camp next month. The boot camp will be run over four weeks at the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce, focusing on: the success test – September 9; develop a business plan – September 16; business essentials – September 23; and, the bare necessities – September 30. Backed by Hutt City Council, it has been designed to support entrepreneurs in the Hutt Valley, including those in Wainuiomata,

helping them develop company ideas and explore whether there is the potential to succeed. It begins on September 9 and is highly interactive and informative – with each workshop providing the steps people need to give their business the best possible start. There is space for about 25 businesses to register and will be held between 5.30pm and 8.30pm. The location of the event will be the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce, in Daly Street, Lower Hutt. For more information, contact Cyndi Christensen on 570 6963.

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Hutt City libraries are the first public facilities in New Zealand to offer access to lynda.com – a world-renowned online tutorial service. Libraries around the region have subscribed to lynda.com so residents can access more than 2,500 courses free from any location. Tutorials are delivered online by experts who are the best in their field, passionate about their subject matter and know how to teach. Sandra Mann, divisional manager libraries says: “Our libraries are all about life-long learning and lynda.com is a

perfect complement to that.” Topics are diverse –from building business relationships, Facebook for business, game design, sales tips for artists and bands to programmes like Dreamweaver, Photoshop and JavaScript. People can pick and choose the bits they want or commit to a couple of hours of in-depth learning. A business event will showcase Lynda.com to residents on Wednesday, August 27, at 6pm, from the War Memorial Library.

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Our readers have their say. Find out the word on the street in Wainuiomata Question: What would your last meal be?

Christine Kiernan Wainuiomata “Odbo, which is a chicken and soy sauce meal from the Philippines. That or Lonestar.”

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“I would eat tacos because I like Mexican food.”

“I’d have island food, Coconut rice.”

“I’d eat a big bowl of fried chicken.”

“I would want to eat island food, like corned beef.”

Letters to the editor Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication. The editor reserves the right to abridge letters or withhold unsuitable letters from publication. Send or fax them to the address on page two, or email them to news@ wsn.co.nz. Please note that your name and street address must also be provided in emails.

Carpark fall not first of its kind Dear Ed, I read with interest your article on Hilary Chasteauneuf and her terrible fall in the Wainuiomata car park recently. It brought back memories of a bad fall my mother had several years ago in 2008 – possibly in the same location just outside Countdown in Wainuiomata. My mother who was in her late 70’s at the time was walking alongside Countdown towards her home in Woodland Mews and tripped over a grate on the footpath running alongside Countdown.

She sustained terrible injuries, a sprained wrist and a broken bone in her face which required micro-surgery that same day and severe bruising to her face and body. Her glasses also broke and, as with Hilary, my dear old mother was out of pocket as the insurance excess was $250. As well as the financial impact for mum, we were celebrating my father’s 80th birthday the day that mum had her fall and we had visitors from around New Zealand attending the birthday function that afternoon and my

mother was not able to participate in the celebrations as she was in hospital all day having urgent surgery to her face. When I wrote to the mall management to advise them of this dangerous grate in the footpath, they did offer my mother a token gesture of $100 in vouches to spend at the Wainuiomata Mall. As far as I am aware, the area where my mother tripped over the grate in the footpath has not had any improvement made to it and I have heard that many people have tripped in exactly the same place.

There are many elderly people living the valley now and many of them walk from Woodland Mews to do their daily/weekly groceries, etc, mall management does need to attend to take responsibility for these incidents when they happen as I know that ACC would be interested to hear about the many accidents/incidents that occur in the Wainuiomata car park. Regards Irene (Zwart) Galuszka

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Amateur designer Maria Singh has put her high school textiles knowledge to the test by creating a traditional Indian garment for a New Zealand fashion show. Entering Hokonui Fashion Design Awards in Gore, she was one of about 300 people from around New Zealand who entered; and despite many boasting more experience, Maria has come away inspired to get more creative with a runner-up status pinned to her name. As a year 13 textiles student, Maria Singh decided to enter the show as she was already designing her garment as part of her NCEA qualification at school. “It was so cool and exciting, and I learnt a lot,” Maria says. “Entering was a new and inspirational experience for me. Showing my cultural dress made me feel proud,” she says. The 18-year-old’s parents and sister helped her a lot with providing her with the right fabrics she needed to complete the garment – with all the fabric sourced from a trip to India last Christmas. “The garment I made is called a Ghagra/Lehenga and it comes in three pieces,” Maria explains. The lower is a white embossed skirt with three borders combined at the bottom with draw strings tied like a bow. The top is a gold and metallic pullover top with

borders applied to the edges of the arms and the bottom front. The third piece is the red net shawl with gold borders which is worn across the right shoulder, she says. She tells the Wainuiomata News the garment was entered into the nightlife category, and symbolises what members of the Indian culture wear for parties or special occasions. Maria’s friends also helped her by providing her with the knowledge of the Punjabi culture and traditional wear; she also says they also were the ones to encourage her to take part in the competition. Head of technology and textiles teacher at Wainuiomata High School Jocelyn Reddy says it took Maria three to four weeks to complete, after creating a mock up. “I have learnt a lot from this experience and I really recommend that students continue to enter competitions in the upcoming time to make our school and community feel proud,” Maria says. DESIGNER: Maria Singh modeling her traditional Indian garment. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield

Wednesday August 27, 2014

Minister focused on family and church By Dan Whitfield Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga focused on Wainuiomata last Friday, giving the community an opportunity to pick his brain over the issues facing Pasifika people today. Peseta Sam visited Wainuiomata and Petone between 9am and about 5pm, connecting with the locals and asking them where they see themselves in society. He also allowed time for free discussion which locals jumped at, seeing numerous questions asked and issues raised. “The best ideas come from the people that live in the community,” he says. Visits on the day consisted

of the minister popping into Wainuiomata High School and Fernlea School, then moving to the Wainuiomata Hall for a meet and greet session. He then trekked over the hill to visit pupils at Petone Central School, followed by a visit to Folau Trust. Peseta Sam expressed his concerns with the typical issues, education, jobs and health; while at the same time connecting with locals talking about a strong focus on family and church life. Discussions about how to deliver Government-based services to people turned to the community at about midday, with a good group of locals turning up with questions at the ready.

“I really appreciate the people coming along to support and ask questions,” Peseta Sam says. “We’ve still got issues but it’s important we work together. What makes us strong is our culture, and being able to look after each other,” he says. Issues that were raised by residents included a speed camera destined for Wainuiomata Rd, churches, and the amount of empty shops in the CBD of Wainuiomata. Family was also a big thing for locals. Peseta Sam is MP for Maungakiekie and also a voice for Pacific peoples in Parliament. DISCUSSION: Minister of Pacific Island Affairs Peseta Sam LotuIiga speaks to Wainuiomata residents. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield

Busy end of year planned for Konini By Daniel Whitfield Konini Primary School students have a lot to look forward to in September, with a number of events planned. Students will be treated to a music performance-tour on September 2, and will be run by Prime Music Academy – which was recently set up in Wainuiomata. Performances on the day will show what is on offer in terms of music in Wainuiomata to students.

Later next month, between September 8–12, will be when the school’s tennis academy is starting up; with the last week of term three, September 22–26, boasting a range of book week activities including welcoming a guest author. Principal Neil Sainsbury says teachers are also gearing up for the school camp, held over the first week in December. Students will be going to a place near to the Rimutaka Forest Park, and he says more support from the community

is needed. The school is currently fundraising towards the camp, but is urging the people to get more involved. Konini Primary School hosts a school camp every second year. PRINCIPAL: Neil Sainsbury talks to the Wainuiomata News about events at Konini Primary School next month. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield

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‘Yes’ to Civic Centre development Dear Ed, In the article about the Civic Centre development on page 7 of your newspaper, you asked for feedback in terms of what we thought of it and if we thought it would benefit the city…Here’s my five cents worth. Of course it will be good for the city – its keeping the heritage alive while also keeping our city modern and up-to-date. It’s great if you ask me.

I commend the Hutt City Council on creating, as you say, a facility that caters for the needs of our communities. Will be great to see what it all looks like following the development, that and the Hutt City Council offices on Laings Rd as well.

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Dear Ed, How amazing is it having kids from Wainuiomata with enough skill to represent New Zealand on the world stage. I’m simply in awe of their dedication to being the best at what they do. Cong r at u lat ion to Callum Mackaness in making the New Zealand under 20 i ndo or c r icket team, you can rest assure Wainuiomata will be cheering for you. Yours sincerely, B. Grantham

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Dear Ed, You asked me what I thought about the council building upgrades. Well, I think there should be a designated council building in Wainuiomata for our own councillors. I also think the upgrade for the Hutt councillors is a good thing - they work hard for us so they need a modern office space to do that in. But some of our workplaces could do with an upgrade too... Regards, R. Cunningham

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What’s next on your wish list?

Who would you love to have a meal with?

I know it’s terrible but I’m a real “carbs” girl – it would have to be pizza or pasta... although, in saying that, I do really love Thai, Indian, Turkish. How about just anything without red meat – I’m a “Chickenatarian!”

If I survive through my youngest starting college next year, I’d really love to do some travelling through Africa, India, and SouthEast Asia.

Would they be cooking for me? If yes, it’d have to be someone like Manu Feildel, Jamie Oliver or Gordon Ramsay (haha) but, if not, then of course it would be Richie McCaw – who wouldn’t want to have dinner with Richie?

What is one thing Wainuiomata News readers would be surprised to know about you?

My guilty TV pleasure is... I actually don’t watch much TV at all but I do have to admit that I have become slightly addicted to watching “My Kitchen Rules” this season. I also loved “Sons of Anarchy” but have a couple of seasons to catch up on.

I’ve just applied to start volunteer work for Te Omanga Hospice and I’m feeling super proud of that at the moment.

What would you spend your last $200 on? I don’t think I’d have much choice on this one, it would probably end up being something like cell phone top ups, dance tickets or some other form of fist world teenage necessity that my girls absolutely “must have” or will die!

What is one thing you will never throw away? My girls’ story and creative writing books from primary school, and photos!

One of my best holidays was... My first ever (on my own) camping trip with my girls – we totally kicked that tent’s butt in the pouring rain! I’ll also always treasure my last holiday with mum (in Fiji) and the girls weekends we had away before she passed.

I am inspired by... Anyone who looks on the bright side of life, is genuine, has a positive mental attitude and lives life smiling!

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Wednesday August 27, 2014

LIFESTYLE

Wainuiomata

495 Coast Road

Wainuiomata

108 Crowther Road

Wainuiomata

28 Nelson Cres

Wainuiomata

35 Fraser Colman Grove

Magnificent Valley Views 15 Hectares, natural (Artesian) water spring that has year round supply of crystal clear drinking water. Regenerating bush with 15 year old trees (Incl Tasmanian Blackwood, Gum & Pine) & section already has its driveway. For Sale Price by Negotiation over $230,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO4967 Nicky Cooper P 04 564 0004 M 027 307 2999

Lifestyle Living At It’s Finest! 3 double bedrooms (master has ensuite), 2 Living, 6 car garage, office, outbuildings, 10 acres - 8 paddocks (potential for subdivision) 5-10 mins from town, approx 30 mins to Wellington CBD. AND a heated pool! For Sale $970,000 - nicky.cooper@harcourts.co.nz View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5165 Open By Appointment Nicky Cooper P 04 564 0004 M 027 307 2999

Spacious Family Home 5 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms! Short walk to the shops. Large living area with wood burner. Room off the back of the garage - could be hobby/music room/man cave! For Sale $279,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5204 Open By Appointment David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz

7 Years Young! 3 double bedrooms + 1 single, Open plan living, paved entertaining area. Garage has internal access. Modern kitchen + heated tiles also in the ensuite & bathroom. For Sale $375,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5208 Open By Appointment David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz

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Wainuiomata 19b Weymouth Grove A Great Start Here!

Wainuiomata

2 double bedroom home is situated at the end of a cul-de-sac. Providing a garage as well as a garden shed. The property is fully fenced and has a deck off the living areas for you to enjoy the sun. Brand new carpet throughout the home with open plan living. For Sale $152,000 Open By Appointment View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5210 David Selig P 564 0000 M 027 4458944 E team.selig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd

6b Ely Grove

Calling All Investors! Yield is Approx 7%. 2 double bedroom unit, ranch slider off lounge to private deck. Modern kitchen, spacious lounge & new heat pump. Call anytime to view! For Sale $149,900 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5186 Open By Appointment David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz

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24 Queen Street

Shop For Sale In Queen Street Ideal for investment or owner operated. These buildings don’t come on the market in Queen Street often. Kitchen, toilet/bathroom & 2 spare offices. For Sale $279,000 Plus GST (if any) View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5206 David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458 944 E david.selig@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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61 Coast Road

Wainuiomata

10 Whitehall Street

Wainuiomata

45 Petrie Street

Wainuiomata

1 Kim Street

Selling 40k Below Gv! 3 double bedrooms, open plan living areas, good heating, lovely views from the property. This home is waiting for new owners to come and make it their own! For Sale $199,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5205 Open By Appointment David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz

Great Starter Home! Spacious 3 bedroom home with garage, large lounge area with ranch slider leading out onto a deck. Ready for your style & flair! Call anytime to view. For Sale $190,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5194 Open By Appointment David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz

Spacious Living. Large family home, 4 double bedrooms + 2 single rooms Main bathroom with ensuite upstairs. French doors from the dining/kitchen area. Gas heating & water. For Sale $236,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5209 Open By Appointment David Selig P 04 564 0000 M 027 4458944 E teamselig@harcourts.co.nz

This Home Has It All To Offer. 3 double bedrooms, lounge + wood burner, separate bathroom, natural timber kitchen + large double pantry. HUGE garage and all day sun. Call now to view! For Sale $226,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5179 Open SUN 1.30 - 2pm Ann Watkins P 04 564 0001 M 021 615 062 E ann.watkins@harcourts.co.nz

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Wainuiomata 74 Totara St

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4 Bedroom Parkway Home

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Looking for a Parkway family style home? Want to be close to the hill but not on a busy route? 4 bedroom home, 2 living areas, modern kitchen & bathroom, 2 toilets, gas & DVS. BBQ deck & patio with private sunny backyard beyond. Great for kids! Garage & carport too. Schools are close by. For Sale $315,000 Open By Appointment View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5200 Leith Gunn - leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940 Channel Realty Ltd

17 Sheehy Grove

"Your Slice Of Paradise" 3 level home with viewing decks, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living areas, large garage. Near 2 acre private setting with gardens, lawns & bush backdrop. For Sale $465,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5181 Leith Gunn P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940 E leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz

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14 Edmonds St

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40 Ruthven Road

3 Best Street

150m² (approx) floor area! 3 bdrm, 2 living (1 approx 7.5x5m), Master approx 5x5m & 2 walk in wardrobe areas. Heatpump, insulation, gas heating/hot water, fenced, deck, garage. For Sale $310,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5211 Open SUN 12.45-1.15pm Ann Watkins P 564 0001 M 021 615062 E ann.watkins@harcourts.co.nz Channel Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Big In Best!

7 Dublin St

BUILD HERE!

Sun Drenched Flat Section!

49 Ruthven Road

Great Base To Start! 3 bedroom home, good heating & insulation, HRV, Aluminum joinery, decent garage & off-street parking. Good section for kids & pets. School & bus nearby. For Sale $193,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5195 Open SUN 12 - 12.30pm Leith Gunn P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940 E leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz

Great Garage And Parking 3 bedroom family home, gas, DVS, alarm, kitchen with pantry & dishwasher. Double garage/ workshop + 2nd toilet & good parking. And a sunny setting. For Sale $198,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5174 Open SUN 1.30 - 2pm Leith Gunn P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940 E leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz

’Ideal For Extended Family’ Main house - 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, wood burner + wetback. Attached flat -1 bedroom, bathroom & spacious living area. Large double garage. BBQ patio area. Ideal for extended family or rental investment. For Sale $299,999 E: leith.gunn@xtra.co.nz View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5207 Open SUN 12.45-1.15pm Leith Gunn P 04 564 0002 M 027 4458 940

Rare As Hen’s Teeth! 1000m² of flat sun-drenched flat land, waiting for you to build your dream home on. All the services are to the gate, all you need to do is build. Call immediately to view. For Sale $109,000 View www.harcourts.co.nz/WO5149 Open by appointment Ann Watkins P 04 564 0001 M 021 615 062 E ann.watkins@harcourts.co.nz

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Wednesday August 27, 2014

Music tour kicks off around the valley By Dan Whitfield The Prime Music Academy tour of Wainuiomata is ready to roll with a number of school students set to see a benefit. Led by New Zealand music icon Anita

WALKERS: Three of hundreds of buggy walkers participating in last months’ walk. PHOTO: Supplied

Buggy walkers head to Hutt Valley Hundreds of buggies are set to stroll along the Hutt River on the first Thursday in September for Sport Wellington’s monthly Buggy Walk. The walk is a free event that takes place at a different location every month and aim to provide parents and caregivers with the opportunity to discover some of the many buggy friendly walking tracks throughout the Wellington region. This month’s walk is part of the Hutt Valley River Trail, a series of tracks and pathways that begin in Petone and follow the Hutt River along to Te Marua. Popular with walkers, runners and cyclists, the tracks pass through golf courses, play areas, swimming holes and fishing spots. September’s event will begin at Poets Park which runs alongside a section of the Hutt River more famously recognised as the Great River Anduin in Lord of the Rings. Walkers are set to follow the river towards Moonshine Park, up into Trentham Park, through Bartons Bush and back along the stop bank.

Event organiser James King says the team aim to host walks in a variety to locations throughout the greater Wellington region so everyone gets a chance to explore walks in their area. Organisers are especially looking forward to the Poets Park walk and the chance to explore more of the Hutt Valleys landscape, with James saying: “We are looking forward to showing our buggy walkers what the Hutt Valley has to offer.” The past few walks have been a huge success with over 320 parents, caregivers and children in attendance at the July event. “Word must be spreading about the walks as they seem to be growing in popularity, with a mixture of familiar faces and first timers. It’s really great to see more and more people keen to come along and get active with their young ones” James says. The walks vary in length and difficulty but will usually take 45 – 60 minutes to complete. With no registration necessary, everyone is encouraged just to show up and take part. It is set to be held on Thursday, September 4.

Garden club stays strong through winter By Dan Whitfield The Wainuiomata Garden Club also held its monthly competition recently, with a number of people recognised at the August meeting. Competitions included single bloom, spike cluster, shrub, vegetable and fruit – with a first, second and third winner chosen for each. In the single bloom category, first was Fay Meiklejohn with her tulip; second was Jan Patterson with her daffodil; and third was Jackie Dobs with her ranunculi. The spike cluster event saw Jackie Dobbs win with a beautiful hellebore; second was Jan Patterson with her hellebore; and Barbara Bennett with her early cheer entry. The shrub category winners were Lorraine Robertson, who came first with a camellia; Gerda Markham was second with a camellia; and Dorren Hoare was third with a hardenberg. The vegetable section of the competiton

saw Doreen Hoare win with her parsnip; Fay Meiklejohn was second with a leek; and third was Jackie Dobbs, with a cabbage. Raewyn Kitchingman won the fruit side of the competition with her olive; second was Susan Little and third was Jan Hansen, both with a grapefruit. The club’s speaker this month was Jennie Deane, a clinical nurse manager from CCU and Cardiology Services in Lower Hutt Hospital.

Prime, a 2011 Los Angeles Music Award (LAMA) winner, the Wainuiomata schools tour is set to teach students about the different areas of the industry and helping them achieve their dreams So far four schools have been confirmed for the tour, and the first school was Pukeatua School, which kicked things of on Monday. The next school will be Saint Claudine Thevenet School on Thursday, August 28, performing at the school assembly at 2pm; Arakura School is the second hosting the tour on Friday, with performances at its 9am assembly. The final school will be Konini Primary School with its tour held on Wednesday, September 3, with a performance at the 1.40pm school assembly. “It’s about using music as an avenue to allow students to dream big and aim for something...as well as encouraging them to succeed,” Anita says. The tour is going to be a free event and will be run during assemblies at participating schools. PERFORMER: Anita Prime. PHOTO: Supplied

Hutt calls for young sustainability leaders Hutt City Council and Enviroschools are getting ready to host the annual Kids Connect Hui for young sustainability leaders in September. The event is open to all primary and intermediate schools in Hutt City, including those in Wainuiomata, who will be invited to delegate up to four students and an adult to attend. Kids Connect Hui is set to take place at Hutt Intermediate School on Friday, September 19, and will run between 9.30am and 2.30pm. Last year students from 20 schools took part. Mayor Ray Wallace says: “Council are pleased to support the Enviroschools kaupapa and its whole school approach to education about sustainability and the environment.” “These types of local events provide young people with opportunities to learn from each other, inspiring and empowering them to create change in their community,” Mayor Wallace says. The Enviroschools Foundation is a notfor-profit trust that supports children and young people to be active citizens, contributing to ecological regeneration

and the creation of healthy, resilient and sustainable communities. As an independent organisation it ensures continuous support for young people participating in environmental sustainability, regardless of changing political priorities. Micheline Evans, Enviroschools facilitator says: “We want to encourage as many schools to take part and learn about environmentally sustainable practices.” “Participants get to take part in a wide range of activities that encourage them to explore real life challenges and develop their own ideas about ways to help create a healthy, peaceful, sustainable world,” Micheline says. “The students will gain practical tools and advice on things water and energy conservation and reducing waste, to take back to their schools to share,” she says. Enviroschools has a network that reaches 240,000 children and young people through 30 per cent of New Zealand’s schools and kura, with a growing participation from the early childhood sector. For more information on the Kids Connect Hui, contact Micheline Evans on 027 370 1534.

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Wednesday August 27, 2014

Daffodil Day

Friday August 29th

Blooming good cause Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s annual flagship event and one of the most important fundraising and awareness campaigns in the country. As well as providing an opportunity to raise awareness of cancer in New Zealand, Daffodil Day is a major funding source for the Cancer Society. We are proud to be regarded as one of the country’s most trusted charities and this is

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reflected in our fundraising practices. The daffodil is one of the first flowers of spring, whose bright yellow blooms remind us of the joys the new season will bring. It represents the hope there is for the 1 in 3 New Zealanders affected by cancer.

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Wednesday August 27, 2014

LocalTorque

NO GREY POWER Composed by Tony Watling: August 20, 2014

Maserati goes mainstream

What can we do, as we grow old; so little power we can hold. Our only hope is join a band, of others likewise is this land. A hundred members will, I’m sure, help and guide the ones demure. Who lead us and will head the band, our future then is well in hand.

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TOP CAR: Maserati Ghibli. PHOTO: Supplied

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have become the norm, which is why ANCAP continually raises the bar to encourage manufacturers to put safety first. The Ghibli’s maximum ANCAP safety rating helps to ensure motorists have a very wide range of new vehicles to consider.” The VW Polo also has a high ANCAP rating, and boasts EBD and ESC as standard along with hill launch assist. Also standard is secondary brake collision assist, which activates if the vehicle is involved in a serious crash to prevent or mitigate the severity of a secondary impact by reducing the speed and stopping the vehicle safely if the driver is unable to. ANCAP is supported by all Australian motoring clubs, the New Zealand Automobile Association, the Australian Government, the New Zealand Government, Australian state and territory governments, the Victorian Transport Accident Commission, NRMA Insurance and the FIA Foundation. The full list of ANCAP’s vehicle safety ratings, other vehicle safety information and the specifications of the rated vehicles are available online at aa.co.nz or rightcar.govt.nz.

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Sleek styling, comfort, sound and power are usually the first things that come to mind when people thing of the name Maserati however, the Italian manufacturer has now proven it is up there with its more mainstream cousins; earning 5-star ANCAP safety rating. AA motoring services general manager Stella Stocks says while her preference is for all motorists to put safety at the top of the list when they consider buying a new car - there’s a category of drivers who select for style and uniqueness within a small set of brands - and Maserati is on that list. The company’s Ghibli did well in the frontal offset, side intrusion and pole impact crash tests to earn the maximum safety rating. Ms Stocks says while the the make of car does not include a number of active Safety Assist Technologies (SATs) becoming standard on many new cars, it does include front seatbelt pre-tensioners and load limiters, dual frontal and side curtain airbags along with a driver knee airbag. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is standard and seatbelt reminders are also fitted to all seats. “New cars with 5 star safety ratings

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Wainuiomata Spring Flower Show will be held on SUNDAY 7th September at Wainuiomata Primary School Hall. Entries accepted from 9 to 11.30 and Public viewing from 2–3.30pm. General Public very welcome – come and see the beautiful flowers which residents of Wainuiomata have entered. Syllabus available at Wainuiomata Library. Enquiries Joyce 564 813.

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Wednesday August 27, 2014

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Garage Sale MONSTER GARAGE SALE - Household lot! Everything from lounge suite to knives and forks! Sat. 30 August 8am - 12pm, 14 Naseby Grove, Wainuiomata.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE SEASONED: Douglas-Fir (BEST BUY), 4m³ $530, 2m³ $310: Gum 4m³ $510, 2m³ $300: Split Pine 4m³ $390, 2m³ $240:

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now available. First lesson FREE. Call Anita on 5264124 or visit www.primemusicacademy.com

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SPORT SECOND BEST: Wainuiomata’s under 21 team congratulate each other despite finishing the season in second place. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield

inbriefnews Want to say congratulations Wainuiomata residents have been encouraged to congratulate their local teams, many of which have had successful seasons seeing them finish within the top three. In recent months, Wainuiomata teams including the Wainuiomata Rugby Club’s premier and under 21 team have finished second in respected competition leagues. Officials from each team say support from locals has been exceptional from week to week, and agree that congratulations is in order. To thank or congratulate a team, email your name and a message to daniel@wsn.co.nz.

Wainuiomata High School Senior girls and junior boys have made it through to the finals after a very successful season of basketball; the senior boys played its semi-finals over the weekend against Paraparaumu. To netball, Aspinall Nikayala, Jordon Brown, Amber and Robyn Felise, Dorothy Ong, Dawne Rihari-Moeau, Johanna Schreuder, Kathrine Taitnave, Chevy Ngatroto, Vau Tauanei, Alyissa Cody, Porscha Cowden, Awhina Lambert, Georgia Taiapa, Savana Grant-Cooke, Sharnita Mokomoko, Memories Lemaota, and Marena Mahuika-Rimene were all involved in netball finals on Saturday. These students took to the court Taita College to step up in their competition.

Whitaker’s success in Wainuiomata

Jake Whitaker had success at both rounds seven and eight of the North Island Championships winning in his local neighbourhood of Wainuiomata. Held at Camp Wainui, Jake kicked the day of trials champs off riding his new Gas Gas 300 for the first time – a bike which he will be competing on from now on. “Took some getting used to in the slippery wet conditions due to the more aggressive power of the bike than what I have been use to, [but am] very happy with how it feels,” he says. The local rider is looking forward to the next couple of months training in the lead up to the New Zealand Championships over Labour weekend in October. At the Wainuiomata event, Jake won both days with a 34 point lead on Saturday and a 12 point lead on the Sunday. Despite this he is still happy to take the overall win for the weekend. “A big thanks to my sponsors NTB racing, Gas Gas NZ, Interislander, and Spectro,” he says.

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Determination until the final whistle By Dan Whitfield

Two amazing seasons of professional under 21 rugby came to a close over the weekend, seeing Wainuiomata and Poneke fight with determination for the Vic Calcnai Trophy. Both teams came out wanting to win, but the game boiled down to a difference of three points; and Poneke claiming a final victory. Wainuiomata’s Saita Lasini opened the scoring with a stunning run-away try down the wing, bumping off a Poneke defender after successfully catching a chip and chase. This allowed Wainuiomata to have an early 7-nil lead, at around the 16 minute mark. The try was converted by Jalan Farris. This sparked Wainuiomata’s fire to continue attacking aggressively, with supporters cheering them on in hopes of a win away from home. Despite this, Poneke got a lucky break in the 31st minute of the game, which saw Conor Strang cross the line for his first try of the match. Matt Carter then converted the points to bring the score to 7-all. Near to half time, desperate kicks for possession were not going Wainuiomata’s way, giving away the ball and seeing Poneke run it back strongly. At half-time, the score was still locked at 7-all. Poneke and Wainuiomata coaches decided to have

a rather in-depth and stern word with their teams, focusing on how to play better in the half to come. Dismal conditions continued in the second half, which meant handling errors were ripe, and some poor calls from the referee saw mistakes missed. Wainuiomata looked like it would command the next round of play, nearly scoring with a strong forward movement that moved close to the try line; however a player knocked the ball on causing a turnover. Poneke did not get far, with Wainuiomata gaining an attempt at the posts through a penalty. Kicking from around the 20 metre line, Jalan secured three points for his team and put Wainuiomata ahead. At this stage the score was 10-7 to Wainuiomata. Play went back and forth, with Wainuiomata and Poneke trading possession. This was until Poneke were given a penalty also. Matt also was successful with his kick, seeing the scores once again tied. This is where Wainuiomata turned its mongrel on however, it did not go to plan with one of its players being yellow carded. The dying minutes of the game saw both teams desperate to regain the lead, with a drop goal attempt slightly to the left of the uprights. Poneke moved on from this minor hand over, putting up a hard

RUNNING THE BALL: Jalan Farris slips through a Poneke tackle. PHOTO: Dan Whitfield

defence against a strong Wainuiomata side. The visitors got to about the halfway line, but again lost the ball and caused a turn over. Poneke had several strong forward movements, seeing them almost drive over the line to score but nothing was converted into points. What was converted into

points was a penalty to Poneke in the last five minutes, putting the home side ahead by three. The referee then blew his whistle for full time and a triumphant Poneke side roared into celebration, with a close 13-10 win to claim the championship.

Squat for a win Josh Tukua has recently won the junior category at the national power lifting championship, securing his name up there as one of New Zealand’s strongest men. The 22-year-old competed in three events and having won a national title he is focused on going bigger. He squatted 230kg, bench pressed 147.5kg and dead lifted 287.5kg to take the junior title. The Hutt Valley resident, originating from Stokes Valley, now has his sights set on next year’s Oceania Championship in Melbourne.

Weighing in at 81.5kgs, Josh managed nine lifts from nine, and only had one red light the whole day for depth on the third squat. He has an ultimate goal of going to the world champs in Czech Republic and to get a number of world records. “I’ll definitely be back [at the] next comp[etition] even better,” he says. Josh won his first competition in 2012 and has not stopped lifting since.  BIG LIFT: Josh Tukua with his acquired trophies and his sister, Esther. PHOTO: Supplied

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Sharratt now national champion By Dan Whitfield Securing a number one spot at this year’s national championship was a result Wainuiomata cyclocross rider Brendon Sharratt can be proud off – especially after working hard all year to top his previous result. The 33-year-old competed at the 2014 Endura Cyclocross National Championships in the Hawke’s Bay, finishing in first place ahead of the 2013 national champion Alex Revell. Earlier in the year Brendon told the Wainuiomata News that he had the goal of one day becoming the national champion, and the recent win has secured that for the small town cyclocross rider. “It was pretty much between the top three New Zealand riders...But around lap four, I managed to get in front; and from there the lead just increased,” Brendon says. “After a few more laps, I had a lead of about 50 seconds. Alex and Gary [Hall] both got punctures but my lead was big enough and I managed

to keep it until the end – winning by about a minute and a half,” he says. In a report on the Cyclocross Hawke’s Bay website, Brendon displayed a powerful ride to claim the open men’s race, after being challenged early on by 2012 national champion. Brendon’s average speed for the race was over 25 kilometres per hour, which proved the speed and strength of the worthy winner. Gary fought valiantly to hold onto second place, from the late charging and 2013 national champion Alex. In total there were about 120 riders at the event, covering eight categories. Wellington riders dominated the field with five titles taken home on the day. “The conditions for the event were dry, making for a fast race – which suited me,” Brendon says. The full-time dad has been racing bikes for a little over 20 years, and is one of a few people in New Zealand who have picked up national medals in road, track, mountain biking and

cyclocross. The only thing Brendon had to worry about in terms of set up for the Hawke’s Bay championship was changing his bike’s tyres and making sure the pressure was correct to suit the conditions. He says it was an undulating course with a few steep climbs, but was no problem. Cyclocross is a combination sport, involving mountain biking, road cycling and running. It is a sport that has only become popular in New Zealand over the last few years, but has continued to be massive in European countries. He was also set to be taking part in a Hutt Valley cyclocross event over the weekend. The national event in August is likely to be the last event for Brendan for a number of months, with a baby on the way. He says he is hopeful that he can TOP RIDER: Wainuiomata cyclocross rider Brendon Sharratt enter a summer-based event later in can be proud off his latest result, placing first at the 2014 Endura Cyclocross National Championship recently. PHOTO: the year. Supplied

Rangers out to win It has been a successful season for one of Wainuiomata’s youngest football teams, with the up and comers finishing their year as one of the top teams in the 12th grade Hutt Valley Football League. The Wainuiomata Rangers have remaid strong with minimal losses all season and a recent 2-1 win against Stop Out Rufers, adding to its tally of successes. The team’s dedication and increasing skill levels of all the players has gone from strength to strength with Willy Ward as coach for 2014. Parent support has also been evident rugging up rain, hail or shine to support the rangers with most games played on home turf at Richard Prouse Park, says

team manager Natasha Wilson As they head into their final game this weekend, the team should be very pleased with their season results, she says. Natasha is the secretary for the 12th grade team, and is hopeful the team will come out on top. “We have had a very successful year and are ranked in the top teams of the A–grade,” she says. The Wainuiomata Rangers are set to play its Eastbourne counterparts this Saturday, playing at Bishop 2, Marine Parade in Eastbourne. The game is set to kick off at 10am, and coaching staff would like support from the community – cheering on this successful Wainuiomata team.

STRONG TEAM: Ulalei 1’s Chelsea Plumridge, left, Nicol du Toit, Emma Wyma; Kodee Arbutthnot, Chrystal Walmsley, Teuila Sagaga, Perri Williams, and Travistine Cook, right. PHOTO: Supplied

Ulalei finishes strong in the super league By Dan Whitfield

ON THE WINNING TEAM: Wade Kernachan, Kieran Smith, Hunter Grindlay, Willy Ward (Coach), Johan Fu, Ryan Blair, Kayla Wilson, William George, Mason Ward .front Myles Chapman .absent Claudia Harrison, Rachel Shardlow. PHOTO: Supplied

The Regional Super League competition came to an end for Ulalei Wainuiomata Netball’s premier one team and despite losing, the team looked back over a great season. Ulalei’s Karen Sagaga says: “This has been the club’s most successful year, not only qualifying for Regional Super League but being competitive beating all the teams in division two, except Naenae Collegians United at some stage throughout the season.” “This is a fantastic achievement for the club as it celebrates its 10 year anniversary,” she says. Over the course of the season, not only has the team had some stunning wins but it has also improved its skill-based assets, such as passing and intercepting balls, as well as

learning how to play as a team and family. The only game played over the weekend was one played by Ulalei 1, coming up against Naenae Collegians United. This final Regional Super League match saw Naenae Collegians United win 51-46. “It was a fairly tight game throughout, both teams going goal for goal,” Karen says. Despite it a close game, the damage was done in the third quarter when Naenae Collegians United pulled away to take an eight point lead, due to Ulalei missing crucial goals. Ulalei did fight back to win the last quarter, however it was too little, too late. This game completed the season for Ulalei’s premier one team. The club’s premier two team did not have a game this week as they

managed to get straight through to the final, earning a week off. Ulalei play in the premier two division final this Saturday at 12.30pm. The game will be held at Walter Nash Stadium, and coaching staff say it would be wonderful to have lots of support from the community to get behind the team. Ulalei two is set to play Naenae Collegians United. The club also held its quiz night on Saturday, and although it was competing with the All Blacks test match organisers still managed to secure a great turn out with people travelling from as far away as the Horowhenua, Porirua, Tawa, Upper Hutt, Wellington and Lower Hutt and of course the local Wainuiomata community. Organisers would like to thank all those attended the evening.

Wednesday August 27, 2014