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Fundraising has begun for an ambitious plan to build New Zealand’s first major suspension bridge in an urban mountain bike park. Makara Peak Mountain Bike Park Supporters have planned to build a 68 metre-long bridge which will cross over a steep sided gully as part of a new 1100 metre climbing track. The supporters’ end goal is to turn Makara Peak into a world-class mountain bike park with dual use tracks for cyclists and walkers. Wellington City Council has given the group the green light to proceed, subject to raising the funds before the building starts. Continued on page 2 Curtis Johnstone (left) and Ricky Pincott gearing up for Makara Peak’s new suspension bridge.
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Ambitious Plans for a Suspension Bridge Continued from page 1 Funding is off to a great start, chair of the bike park supporters Simon Kennett said. "It’s going to be a big job to raise the approximately $130,000 to build the bridge, and then around 1000 hours of volunteer work will be needed to build the track. "We have already had an extremely generous $45,000 donation from one of our supporters, and an auction of old park signage at our recent AGM raised more than $6500. “We have also raised over $7000 on our Give a Little page,” he said. The new suspension bridge and climbing track are set to provide a more appealing and accessible route to the summit than the current options, particularly for intermediate users with average skills and fitness. R ick y P i n c o t t f r o m
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Mural Inspires Safety in the City A Wellington student has won an award for his work promoting an anti-bullying message on an inner city mural. Rhys Egan, Victoria University student, was ‘shocked’ to be presented with a Safety in the City award by Wellington City Council last Thursday. “That was really cool, I didn’t really think I was as deserving as the other recipients but it was so nice to be acknowledged,” he said. Rhys, who is studying biology and geography, was recognised for his work rallying students and the community, including the Boys and Girls Institute (BGI), to help him create an anti-bullying mural. The idea for the mural arose when Mckee Fehl Construction had to create a walkway inside the old Dominion Post building in order to use the footpath for deliveries to the site. Project manager Helen Moate thought a mural would “brighten up” the walkway and contacted Egan through youth organisation BGI. “It’s an unusual thing to ask a pedestrian to go into a building so we are trying to make it more
inviting,” she said. McKee Fehl Construction is redeveloping the building on Boulcott Street before incoming tenant Transpower relocate to the building in 2017. Egan organised students from the Boulcott Hall apartments to design stencils which were then painted on the walkway walls. The students saw this as an opportunity to promote antibullying in the area. “Our main aim was to brighten up this area because it is on the fringe of the city and seen as a danger area. “There is going to be a lot of student foot traffic so it is a fun way to brighten up a space and make it more enjoyable for people,” he said. Egan hopes the mural will make people think about the anti-bullying message being promoted. “I do hope people see the art and take on board what it is saying.” The ambitious student is unsure of where the next mural will go. “I walk around the city and think we could mural that, that and that, but I’m not sure what’s next,” he said.
inbrief news Johnsonville Rotary busy in the community Johnsonville Rotary are having a fundraiser collection for “Shelter Box” in the Johnsonville Mall, October 17 and 18. Shelter Box is a project to supply Shelter Boxes to refugees and disaster areas, for example, the Syrian refugees and Nepal disaster victims after the earthquake there. Each Shelter Box contains a tent for around eight people, cooking and water purification equipment, tools, blankets and more.
Matsuri Gala in Crofton Downs Check out the musical stylings of ‘Under the Covers’ as the band performs live at the Matsuri Gala this year. The Gala takes places at Crofton Downs Primary School and organisers say to expect, “fab food and fun times.” The summer time Gala takes place this November 7.
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Plans for new Johnsonville Library continue Well-known Wellington architecture firm, Athfield Architects, will provide architectural and design services for the new $16.5 million Johnsonville Library project. Johnsonville’s new library, which will be located adjacent to Keith Spry Pool and Johnsonville Community Centre, will be a modern library space providing the latest technology for visitors. Councillor Sarah Free, who
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Maya Johnstone and her brothers have had enough of litter in Wellington’s northern suburbs and they are determined to do something about it. Maya said while going for a walk up the Truscott Loop track last Monday with her two brothers, Thane and Reeve, they noticed how much rubbish was lying around. “We went back on Tuesday night with some shopping bags to collect this rubbish, but quickly realised that we would need bigger bags.” Maya said she and her brothers ended up collecting six large bags of rubbish in half an hour. Amongst the items they found were a kitchen
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also the friendly Gandhis who put the fact that they are already busy down to “word of mouth”. “People kept asking when we’d be open again, so we’re happy to be here,” says Vanita. “We’ve started doing the Lotto now,” says Hitesh so that’s new for the shop. “We’ve also got new floors, ceilings and shelves, everything is new,” says Vanita. About the community store Hitesh says, “We’ve made personal relationships with the community, we really know our customers.”. With being closed for 10 weeks, he admits missing
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LETTERS to the editor Little understanding of traffic behaviour Dear Ed, The article on page 3 of your September 23 edition indicates that Khandallah Village is included in the proposals to reduce speed limits in suburban streets to 30km/h. Whoever in Wellington City Council decided to include Khandallah on the list appears to have little understanding of traffic behaviour in this shopping centre. The configuration of the streets is such that vehicle speeds rarely exceed
20km/h and accidents, at an average of one per year, are caused by reasons of parking manoeuvres rather than speed. Ganges Road does not form part of any through traffic route. It is, in effect, a parking lot for the local shops. It can only be accessed by a restricted entry through 90-degree turns from Agra Crescent and exited over a restricted hump with a give way sign. There are four restricted width paved cross-
ings in the length of the strip. Because of parking movements, typical vehicle speeds tend to range between 10km/h and 20km/h. Traffic speeds in the streets approaching and leaving the shopping strip, Agra Crescent and Dekka St, are already restricted by the provision of humps and further, in the case of Dekka Street, by a severe hump containing a pedestrian crossing, and by the narrowing of the road to
an effective single carriageway a short distance from the intersection. The continuation of this proposal, and the costs of implementing it, appears to be pointless in this case when the only noticeable outcome would be additional speed limit signs, adding to the visual pollution already created by a proliferation of parking limit signs. Morris Robertson Khandallah
More on cinema Dear Ed, I read the article about a possible cinema in Johnsonville in the Independent Herald, 16.9.15. I have lived in Johnsonville/ Churton Park since 1987 and have always longed for a local cinema. Now that I am retired I regularly travel to the Lighthouse
Cinema in Petone. I see many Johnsonville people there so I am sure if there was a cinema in Johnsonville, it would be well patronised and possibly locals not currently going to the movies would resume that past time again. Cheryl Austin, Churton Park
Cinema history Dear Ed, As Shirley Simcock wrote (Independent Herald, September 23) Johnsonville had a suburban picture theatre in the 1950s, the Empress Theatre, also known as Moores Hall. I recall attending some Saturday afternoon matinees there at
2pm, probably to see a cowboy serial then a feature film. The Empress Theatre was in Johnsonville Road, now the Countdown carpark. John Wilson, Johnsonville
Marsden is bussing Dear Ed, Is it just me or is Marsden Village a buzz of activity lately? There seems to be added community spirit around the place these days, honestly it’s a great place to spend an hour or two now what with the
hair dressers, Sweet for a cake and tea, the yoga hub, and the pub in the evenings. All in all I have to say I’m quite proud to be living close by! Sorcha Murtagh, Karori West
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readers have their say... Find out the WORD on the Street. Question: Are you glad the Red Peak flag will be in the first referendum?
Shane Mendez Johnsonville
Louisa Newman Johnsonville
Janet Preston Johnsonville
Julia Hall Johnsonville
Chris Lockery Johnsonville
It’s pretty out there, I wouldn’t vote for it and I think the flag should stay the same anyway.
If the Red Peak flag wasn’t in the referendum then I wouldn’t be voting to change the flag but I really like it.
It makes no difference to me because I’m not going to be voting for any of the new options.
Finally they have listened to us, I’m glad it’s been selected it’s a good choice.
I’m not opposed to changing the flag, but I wouldn’t choose that one.
Curtis Goodwin Johnsonville I don’t know too much about it but I think it would be cool to have a new flag.
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 fiona@wsn.co.nz. Please note that your name and street address must also be provided in e mails.
Middleton road queues
It’s unanimous
Dear Ed, I am just responding to the recent article in the Independent Herald September 30 edition. While the changes may have enhanced Moorefield and Broderick Rds, it has done nothing to help the debacle along Johnsonville
Rd. The additional traffic lights have done nothing for the thoroughfare through Johnsonville or the queues on Middleton Rd every morning. J Rawson Johnsonville
Dear Ed, Yes, I think it would be wonderful if Johnsonville had a cinema. Even if it’s just a couple of small cinemas it would be great and I think they would be used a lot. Prue Cooke-Willis Johnsonville
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Cashmere Home’s ‘Chicks with Sticks’ are encouraging locals to check out the home’s new knitting group. The group, which isn’t just for females, gets together every Wednesday at 2pm at Cashmere Home. Knitting group member and Cashmere Home resident Margaret Spittal explains the group is currently making small blankets to donate to the Salvation Army. “The Men’s Shed in Naenae, which my son belongs to, is making little doll’s cots to donate to the Salvation Army for children’s Christmas presents, and they asked if we could make little peggy square blankets for the cots.” The Cashmere Home knitting group needs to make 14 peggy square blankets for dolls cots before Christmas. “It’s for a good cause, but we need more knitters to help with the project,” says Margaret, who has been knitting for as long as she can remember. “If you don’t know how to knit then it’s the perfect way to learn how and, if you’re already a good knitter then we’d love the extra help.” Cashmere Home recreation officer Liz Rivadelo is a knitting group member and is learning how to knit while contributing to the blanket project.
“I’ve never knitted in my life, so Margaret is teaching me,” Liz explains. “We’re inviting people from the community to come and be part of this project as well. It’s an opportunity to learn how to knit and help with a good cause.” Liz says the knitting group project ties in with the Eden Alternative, a unique model of care used by all Enliven homes. “The knitting group project shows residents that they are still able to give back, even though they live in residential care,” Liz explains. “It’s meaningful activity with purpose and it’s also an opportunity to socialise and form friendships.” The Eden Alternative uses 10 principles which touch on ideas such as variety and spontaneity, companionship, contact with animals and children, continuing hobbies and residents being part of the decision making. Enliven’s Cashmere Home in Helston Road, Johnsonville specialises in hospitallevel care as well as rest home, respite, rehabilitation and convalescent care. For more information about Cashmere Home or to join the home’s knitting group, call 04 477 7067, email cashmere@psc.org.nz or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz.
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Shoppers circulate for blood pressure checks By Sharnahea Wilson
A blood pressure campaign at the New Worlds in Churton Park and Newlands was run to emphasise the importance of good health. Johnsonville Rotary and the Stroke Foundation, with the help of the Wellington Free Ambulance, ran the campaign on Saturday October 3 to check people’s blood and help citizens avoid strokes. President of the Johnsonville Rotary Michael Hodgen was delighted with how many shoppers stopped
to get their blood pressure checked. “Apart from the serious side, and some did have reasons to go on for further checks, there were lots of smiles and appreciation from the community for this free service and advice,” he said. The campaign ran from 10am to 2pm and according to the Wellington Free Ambulance a person’s blood pressure was checked approximately every two minutes, with about 120 people being checked throughout the day.
OTARI’S OK: Bella Sexton with some of her research on the health of Wellington streams wants to keep Otari Wilton’s stream healthy. Photo: Sam Whittle
Save our streams By Sam Whittle
Saving the environment one stream at a time is the aim of a Wellington East Girl’s College classroom. Thirty girls have been trampling in mud and standing in freezing cold water to determine the health of a few Wellington streams and they plan on letting the public know about their findings. Whitebait Connection, an action based community conservation education programme, equipped the students with everything they needed for the experiments. At the Kaiwharawhara and Owhiro streams they tested the temperature, clarity of water,
nutrient density and made other observations such as how much litter was around. Student Bella Sexton, 13, says they were trying to find out whether the streams were “healthy or unhealthy” and raise awareness about the state of the streams. “Our goal is to improve the condition the streams are in, and not everyone knows how bad some of them are. We want to prevent them from getting any worse.” The plan of action for some students is to conduct fundraisers to raise money for signage or fences at the stream while others are writing letters to the council full with suggestions on how to protect the waterways.
One student is making signs warning people not to fish in the Owhiro stream, which the class found was “unhealthy.” Bella, who has signed up to be part of an Owhiro stream litter clean up, says it was nice to leave the classroom for a couple of days and do something different. “It was good to do some hands on stuff and not just hear about it. It was freezing though, our feet got pretty numb.” She says she didn’t know anything about the health of streams, and studying it is has sparked an interest. “After school I would like to do something in science and to do with the environment.”
Songs in the City By Allison Hess Volunteers unite to check blood pressure.
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Wellington’s Cathedral of St. Paul is hosting a Chorister for the Day event on October 10 so children can experience being in a cathedral chorus. Cathedral of St. Paul spokesman Michael Stewart explained the idea of the event is so interested young singers aged seven to 15 can see what it is like to be part of a chorus in the hope they might join themselves. “Just as in the well-known cathedrals and chapels in Britain such as Westminster Abbey and King's College, Cambridge, children from as young as seven years old participate in sung
worship at our cathedral,” he said. The children are treated as young professionals and receive quality musical training, and are regularly asked to sing for orchestral concerts. “Just in the last fortnight members of the choristers were asked to sing for a film score recording featuring the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra,” Stewart said. The cathedral hosted a similar event last year which proved popular enough to make Chorister for a Day an annual event. The afternoon will include music games, a tour of the cathedral and demonstration of
the organ, the rehearsal of some music, the chance to wear the robes that the choristers wear as a uniform, and to join the choristers in a short service beginning at 4.30pm. “I expect the guest singers will feel inspired by the experience of singing in the grand space of the cathedral, which has an echo of nearly seven seconds,” Stewart said. On Thursday evenings at 5.30 during term time children lead the St. Pauls service with their singing and reading of the lessons, gaining experience with musical skills as well as teamwork, language skills and public speaking.
Music to our ears By Delyse Kitteridge
Once a month, classical music lovers around Karori celebrate their Friday evening with short chamber music concerts, played by some of New Zealand’s top classical musicians. Orchestra Wellington’s Chris van der Zee runs the Karori Klassics concert once a month, with help from his wife Anna and their colleagues and friends. The concerts are held at St Nin-
ian’s Church on Karori Rd and are followed by a free supper, although donations are welcomed. Following supper, guests are given the opportunity to mingle with musicians. The concerts are free, however, small donations of $20 waged, $10 unwaged are suggested. However, anyone who can’t afford these prices are welcome to give what they can. Concert proceeds go towards Karori organisa-
tions, with Karori West School being this month’s recipient. The next concert is this Friday, October 9, from 7pm. Victoria Jaenecke on the viola, Malavika Gopal on the violin, Jane Young on the cello and Calvin Scott on the piano, will be playing music by Bruch, Beethoven, Hindemith, Guastavino, Ginastera, Granados and Eichner. For monthly concert information via email, contact Chris at karoriklassics@gmail.com
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Spooky extravaganza this Halloween Wellington families can expect a huge feast of tricks and treats as part of Capital E’s annual spooky extravaganza this Halloween. The Big Halloween will take place on the scariest night of the year and families are encouraged to dress up and join in the fun. The event promises entertainment for children of all ages. At Capital E central, younger children aged three and over will journey through a walk-in wonderland
world. Starting in the Lorax-inspired Bloomingville, children will step through textured glow-in-the dark landscapes passing through a forest of noodles and fantasy trees to reach the Rainbow Tunnel. Inside the tunnel children will make their way through fairy lights, tinsel and balloons to a cloud-like atmosphere featuring a light installation by Massey University students. Meanwhile, upstairs in Capital E’s MediaLab those aged over 13 can enjoy Virtually Affected, a virtual horror house. There will also be a variety of events on Queens Wharf including face painting, a pop-up photo booth and food and coffee stalls. There will also be prizes for the best dressed. As well as this, Wellington Museum will host a Vampire Ball for children aged eight and over. Capital E Director Stuart Grant said last year The Big Halloween attracted over 3,000 visitors to Queens Wharf. “This will be yet another great year for the event and is another wonderful addition to the Wellington calendar.”
Year 9 students Alexandra Hickford, Eleanor Burns and Lucy Poole won the Debating Junior Certificate Grade Final.
Top debaters win finals For the second year in a row, Queen Margaret College has won the Debating Junior Certificate Grade Grand Final. Year 9 students Alexandra Hickford, Eleanor Burns and Lucy Poole were elated to have taken the top title after winning the final. “We were surprised because it had been a close debate but it was a very rewarding feeling after having worked so hard,” Lucy says. “Queen Margaret College won last year so we wanted to retain the title.” Lucy was on top form on the night of the debate - she was also awarded best speaker. This is the first year that any of the students have competed in debating and they were one of 54 teams in the competition. “It was an entirely new experience – we faced some very good teams,” Lucy says. A loss at the beginning of the year motivated the debaters to improve and since then, the girls have gone from strength
to strength competing in the semi-finals against Wellington High School and then winning the finals. The final debate was very challenging as students argued for and against the moot, ‘this house believes it should be a criminal offence to not vaccinate your child’. “It was a controversial topic and we only had a week to prepare,” says Lucy. She adds that debating within parliament was a daunting experience but her team were up for the challenge and kept their focus on the moot. These talented orators have learnt that a strong team needs to listen carefully to each other and work together. Lucy, Eleanor and Alexandra have all participated in public speaking previously, but say they have enjoyed the competition element of Debating. “We certainly want to continue debating together as a team in the future,” Lucy says.
The Big Halloween is at Queens Wharf on Saturday, October 31, from 4pm to 8pm. For more information head to www.capitale.org.nz.
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Wellington The Culinary Capital
Wellington has more bars and restaurants than New York City per capita. It’s no wonder it’s so easy to find a great place to eat! Abuzz with restaurants, cafés and delicatessens, Wellington is a city that takes pride in its gastronomic reputation. It’s possible to experience the many elements of Wellington’s Food and Wine scene on foot - from the growing dining scene on the Waterfront to Cuba and Molesworth Streets, it’s never more than a 10 minute walk from the central city. Not only are these restaurants close together, they are also worlds apart, covering every element of food. Whatever you feel like, you can find it.
Shed 5 and The Crab Shack Head to Queens Wharf for your next dining experience and it won’t disappoint. Shed 5 Phone 04 499 9069 for more details and to book. By the water’s edge means
getting his hands on the best, freshest seafood available is top priority for Shed 5’s fishmonger, who visits the fish markets early each morning to select the day’s ingredi-
ents. Fish are always bought whole and filleted at the restaurant in a purpose-built room. Or try our alternative dining option at The Crab Shack!
on the side, New Zealand wine and beer, including two local craft beers, and you’ve got yourself the recipe for a perfect luncheon or meal out. The Backbencher are all
about experiencing a “unique socio-political food and bar experience.” Find Backbencher at 34 Molesworth Street and phone 04 472 3065 to book a table.
bar functions are offered on weeknights and weekends. Wide varieties of food and beverage options are available including canapés and bar snack menus. A luxurious
atmosphere with mood lighting, a wrap-around balcony, outdoor heating and booth seating provides the perfect place for any occasion.
Two great restaurants under one roof
The Backbencher The Backbencher offers fresh NZ cafe fare, made on premises, for healthy everyday eating and value for money. Add a generous serving of political satire
Concrete Bar If you’re looking for a great place to host a private function or special occasion Concrete is the place for you. Full bar functions, half bar functions or even quarter
Shed 5 - Queens Wharf, Wellington, NZ CRABSHACK p: 916 4250 e: info@crabshack.co.nz www.crabshack.co.nz SHED 5 p: 4999 069 e:info@shed5.co.nz www.shed5.co.nz
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divine eating experience. For a hearty vegetarian meal with a friendly warm ambiance, look no further. At Higher Taste Old Bank Arcade you
can get rid of your stress and relax by raising your feet and reading a selection of magazines and books at your leisure.
Fountain. The premises may have changed but the Turkish food remains delicious. Café Istanbul will provide you with the best possible value without sacrificing the
high quality of their meals. For an enjoyable dining experience at a fully licensed restaurant that provides a BYO option, Café Istanbul is the place to go.
Higher Taste Situated in the hearts of Wellington City and Lower Hutt Higher Taste Hare Krishna restaurant is a pure vegetarian restaurant that provides a
Elegance on the Quay Enjoy a corporate lunch or a selection of Tapas, a glass of wine, a refreshing beer or a satisfying cocktail.
Café Istanbul The popular landmark in Wellington’s restaurant and café scene has moved from 156 Cuba Street to 117 Cuba Street, right next to JJ Murphy and near Bucket
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EYE ON CRIME
Johnsonville Neighbourhood Watch In Newlands a house in Cyril Way was entered and what appears to have been a lot of spiteful vandalism carried out. Occupants of a house in Stella Grove returned home in the evening and found a man on the premises. He left quickly through a side door. It is not known if anything was stolen. A white Subaru Impreza parked in Spenmoor Street had a magnetic advertising sign stolen from the car door. In Bracken Road an occupier returned home and found that all fuses had been stolen from their external fuse box. In Khandallah two vehicles were broken into. In Homebush Road a silver Skoda had a left rear window smashed to gain entry and a box of tools and a power saw stolen. Also in Homebush Road a grey Nissan hatchback parked on the street overnight was found next morning jacked up and supported on one side by a recycling bin. All four wheels were stolen and some minor damage done to the undercarriage.
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First pitch coming up By Aaron Meredith
The batter is about to take his place, and the pitcher is about to throw his first pitch, summer is coming and so is softball. Another year of exciting softball action is taking place, and once again the Johnsonville and Newlands Softball Clubs are all ready to go. This year Johnsonville has teams in multiple grades of the capital league, which has combined both the Hutt Valley and Capital competitions this year. The Johnsonville Blue Jays are in the P1 grade, and head to Haitaitai Park first
up to play against Poneke Kilbirnie this Saturday. All games in this grade are at 3.15pm. Johnsonville and Newlands are a combined team in P1 and they will play against the Hutt Valley Dodgers at Fraser Park on Saturday. Like the men’s P1 grade all games will be played at 3.15pm. In the P2 grade there are two Johnsonville teams, the Bombers in the green pool and the Billy Goats in the black pool. The Bombers are away to the Hutt Valley Demons at Taita Drive, with a 3.15pm first pitch time scheduled.
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Public Notice
Sports only just beginning in summer By Aaron Meredith
A new Lions Club is opening in Brooklyn in October and a Lions Information evening for the community will be held at the former Vogelmorn Bowling Club rooms at 93 Mornington Road, Vogeltown on Thursday, October 8th at 7.00pm. All details on the Karori Lions website
www.karorilions.com
The Billy Goats play Porirua City United at Alex Moore Park at 1.15pm The club also has an under 17 men’s team, while there is a Newlands side in P3. The Johnsonville under 17’s will play at Alex Moore Park against Porirua City United at 11.00am, while the Newlands P3 side is playing Porirua Club Incorporated at Newlands Park, a 1.15pm start time is scheduled. Johnsonville P1 women play Dodges, 3pm at Fraser Park this Saturday. Johnsonville’s second womens side is playing in the P2 grade, they have a bye this week.
The days are getting longer, warmer and sunnier, perfect weather for some great summer sports. There are many summer sports that happen in the area, including cricket, lawn bowls and tennis among others. In the Western and Northern Suburbs of Wellington, there are four cricket clubs Johnsonville, Karori, Onslow and Victoria University. Johnsonville is one of the oldest clubs; in the Wellington region, and has teams in almost every grade. The Karori Cricket Club, like the Johnsonville Cricket Club has been around for many years, and has a solid core of teams
available. The Onslow Cricket Club has been in existence since 1930, and has teams in all grades. Victoria University Cricket Club was founded way back in 1906 and plays their games at Kelburn Park. They possibly have more teams than any other clubs, with the high amount of students that play sports at the university. There are four bowling clubs in the area; Johnsonville, Karori, Khandallah and Wilton and all provide excellent services in terms of training and support. Six tennis clubs are available to join if you’re keen on tennis, they are Karori, Khandallah, Churton Park, Newlands Paparangi, Talavera and Ngaio.
Wellington are the National Netball Champs after destroying North Harbour 59-38 in the final. There is a possibility that Wellington will be the last ever champs as Netball New Zealand is contemplating not running the tournament again. The team, which included players from the Western and Northern Suburbs, was clearly the best team at the competition, and went through the tournament unbeaten. The coach made it the teams mission to win what could be the last ever national title.
Croquet - 'Have a Go' Days Croquet is a sport for all ages, and the Kelburn Municipal Croquet Club is out to prove it. They are setting up a have a go day, where members of the public can try and play ‘Golf Croquet.” All equipment is provided, just wear flat soled shoes. The two days are Saturday October 10 and Saturday October 24, just drop in between1 10am and 4pm.
Cricketers get time in middle The Wellington club-side Johnsonville cricket team split their warm-up matches with Marlborough at Horton Park over the weekend. Marlborough won by three wickets with two balls to spare in the 50-over clash on Saturday but Johnsonville eased to a seven-wicket victory in the 40-over match on Sunday.
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