FRIENDSHIP HOUSE
OCTOBER 2021
CLOSED WEDNESDAY OPEN MONDAY, TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9.30 -12 NOON FRIDAY 9.30am -3.00pm Phone F/H 4338452 or Linda 4338062
BULLETIN DEADLINE NOVEMBER 9th 2021
LABOUR WEEKEND OCTOBER Friday 22nd to Monday 25th. Please stay safe keep to Covid 19 Rules and enjoy your break.
Delicious Slow Cooker Lemon Self Saucing Pudding
RAINFALL SEPTEMBER 2021 HUKERENUI 204 mm HIKURANGI 244 mm MARUA 206 mm We would like thank the following people who give us these Rain Results each month. Hukerenui: Lillian Reid, Hikurangi Linda Vanstone and Marua Rob Roest These rain measurements are taken from their rain gauges in their local back yards.
Church Services In Hikurangi Hikurangi Village Church: Meet Sundays at 10am, in the Hikurangi War Memorial hall. Last Sun of month is a Shared Lunch. Ph Andrew 0273529197 or Stuart 0274 575247. Anglican Church Services: Contact Betty 4338808. Hikurangi Catholic Church: Valley R d Sundays 8 am Mass 1st Sun & Liturgy 2nd, 3rd & 4th 10 am Ph Minnie 4338481 Hikurangi Christian Fellowship: Sundays 10am or contact 4338654 and please leave a message.
Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 2 hours Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes Ingredients Cake 2 Cups Self Raising Flour 1/2 Cup Sugar 2 Tbsp Lemon Zest 3/4 Cup Milk 50 grams Butter, melted 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice 1 large Egg, lightly beaten Sauce 1/2 Cup Sugar 1 Tbsp Lemon Zest 2 Cups Boiling Water 1/2 Cup Lemon Juice, strained 2 tsp cornflour Optional : Icing Sugar for dusting Instructions 1. Coat slow cooker inside pan with cooking spray 2. Turn on the kettle to boil water for the later step 3. In a medium bowl add the self raising flour, caster sugar, and lemon zest and combine well 4. Add milk, melted butter, lemon juice and beaten egg, combine together gently but completely 5. Spoon cake mixture into the slow cooker pan and spread gently to coat the bottom of the pan 6. Combine the second measure of sugar and lemon zest and sprinkle this over the cake batter 7. In a jug or bowl combine the boiling water, lemon juice and cornflour and stir to combine 8. Pour over sugar mixture 9. Cover with the lid and cook on HIGH for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours until the cake batter is cooked when you check with a knife. 10. Turn off the slow cooker and allow the dessert to sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken 11. Serve warm dusted with icing sugar with ice cream
Enjoy! HIKURANGI GOLF CLUB
The First round of the Tri Series involving the Hikurangi, Paparoa & Waiotira Golf Clubs was held at the Hikurangi Course on Sunday Oct 3rd with 77 players entered. Results Div 1: Gross P .Allen 79 Nett K. Findlayson (Paparoa) 71 R/Up G. Crane 73 Stableford G. Meara 33 A. Cartwright (Paparoa) 33 K. Stewart (Kaikohe) 32 D. Johnston 31 Blue Mauchline 31 Div 2: Gross P . M urphy (M angaw hai) 9 0 Nett E. Heape 67 G. Ferris 71 Stableford B. Brown (Paparoa) 36 R. McMiles 34 Ladies: Gross M . Vogt 85 N ett S. Dodds 69 B. Mendes (Rawene) 76 Stableford H. Woolhouse (Waiotira) 37 As well as players from the aforementioned clubs the tournament was well supported by golfers from throughout the north, with 6 entries from Kaikohe, 6 from Rawene, 3 from Waipu and 2 from Mangawhai. Needless to say a great fun day was had by all. Hikurangi with the home course advantage leads the Tri -Series with a score of 218 (6 best stableford scores), followed by Waiotira on 199 and Paparoa 196. The next round is at Paparoa on Oct 10th. The next big event at the club is the 54 Hole Men’s Pairs held on the weekend of the 6th/7th November. Twilight Golf is underway again for the summer. Come along on Thurs at 4pm for 9 holes of fun. Meals available. Phone Blue 09 4337453
HIKURANGI VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE
Hikurangi Village Church Transport: The Village Church runs a van for the w eek of pension payments, to Whangarei for shopping. It leaves Hikurangi at 10am on a Thursday. Please either Phone or text Theresa to book a place on 021 243 6889. Also someone is available to take locals to appointments etc in Whangarei when necessary. Phone or text Stuart on 027 457 5247. Tai-Chi: Every Wednesday in the Hikurangi Memorial Hall at 1.30pm. Cost $4 per session. Contact Linda 4338062.
Justice of the Peace: Shayn Rouse Ph 433 8471 SERVICES AVAILABLE AT HIKURANGI FRIENDSHIP HOUSE LAMINATING: per sheet A5 @ $2.50 A4 @ $3.50 COLOUR COPYING: per sheet A4 @ $1.50 A3 @ 3.00 EMAILS: Standard fee to send and receive $2.00 Attachments @ 20c per page SCANNING available too TYPING SERVICES: Ask us about our rates. PHOTOCOPYING SERVICES YOGA FOR ALL MARUA HALL TUESDAYS 6PM-7.15PM Phone Allison 027 353 1812
Hi Hikurangi We would like to say thank you to our employers, our employers play a vital role in helping us support the Hikurangi community. There is 6 Hikurangi based employers. 20 employers from across the region all of which play the vital part in supporting our volunteers in many different ways .
A Big Thank You to Our Employers
Daylight savings is here, time where we all get out and get jobs done in the yard. While the fire season approaches now is the time to get you property ready. All information can be found online at checkitsalright.nz We are having some unpredictable weather at the moment. Please take care on the roads. Check out fireandemergency.nz for tips on staying safe. Need help or advice you can contact us on Facebook, Hikurangi Volunteer Fire Brigade We have had 12 Calls this month 11/09 Hika 641, Kamo 191 Smoke in Area Kauri 13/09 Hika 641, Whangarei 121, Motor Vehicle Accident Whakapara 17/09 Hika 641, Kamo 191, Motor Vehicle Accident Kamo 20/09 Hika 641, 191 Kamo, Paddock Fire Kauri 21/09 Hika 6411, Scrub Fire Waiotira 22/09 Hika 641, Kamo 191, Motor Vehicle Accident Waro 25/09 Hika 641, Medical Hikurangi 30/09 Hika 641, Kamo 191, Train Fire Hikurangi 30/09 Hika 641, 6411, Car Fire Whakapara 01/10 Hika 641, Fire in Area Hikurangi 02/10 Hika 641, 6411, Kamo 191, Building Fire Kauri 03/10 Hika 641, Kamo 191, Rubbish Fire Hikurangi
Until next month OS Bain
JP and Marriage Celebrant: Paul O’Dea 0275348374 Tena Koutou Katoa (Greetings to you all)
To everyone who came to my aid during an incident at Tikipunga Countdown Carpark on Sunday 19/09/21. This is a huge Thank You, to the Security Guard who tried to stop the man driving away with my van and rang the Police, the young man counting heads (entering the supermarket) and the New Zealand Police. What a fabulous job they did on the day and following days, keeping me up dated at all times. Management at Countdown who will now update all camera’s and a few other things to keep us safe, too the shoppers who had their hands on me and I could feel their compassion. Unfortunately I don’t remember your names (even though I asked some of you several times) but I will always be grateful for your kind and thoughtful assistance. The chap has been dealt with by the Police and will go to court in November. My Kuri (dog) is fine and the van after a big clean out (because of spilt beer and body odour) is now driveable and we are out and about again. To each and everyone of you KIA KAHA ( Stay Strong) Kindest regards and Arohanui (Much Love) Melodie (Mel) Tracey. P.S. Don’t leave keys in car ignition, even if you are just putting something in the boot or bending down.
THE HIKURANGI BUS SERVICE LEAVES HIKURANGI EVERY THURSDAY DEPARTS AT 9.50am LEAVES WHANGAREI 1.30pm & RETURNS TO HIKURANGI AT 2.00PM
TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS
The Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church Valley Rd Hikurangi The Traditional Latin Mass is celebrated once a month here in Hikurangi. Next Mass will be on Sunday October 24th 2021 Confession: 4.00 pm. Mass Time: 5.00 pm. If more information needed contact Minnie Milina 4338481
Hikurangi Community Notices. Badminton (Social): Wed 9 - 12noon @ Hiki Memorial hall $2 per session. Rackets available. Contact Robyn 433 8718. Bus: Leaves Hik @ 9.50 opposite Miners Rest Café & returns from Whg @ 1.30pm arriving at Hik 2.05pm Children’s Lighthouse Playgroup: Geor ge St. Tues & Thurs 9.30 am – 12.30pm. Contact Sharlene 021 616 755 Fire Brigade: Tr aining Monday Nights at 6.30pm in the Fire Station. More Volunteers needed. Freemasons Lodge No 140: Meetings 7.30pm, 1st Fr iday each month. Contact Ivan Berryman 4335847 or Steve 435 5601. Friendship House Trust: meets ever y 4th Tues of the month at 5.30pm held in the Hikurangi Hall. All welcome. Phone 433 8452 for more information. Hikurangi Business Association: Meet 2nd Wed of each month, 7.00pm Hikurangi Bowling Club. All Welcome. Hikurangi Transfer Station Please Note!!! Winter Open Hours: Monday to Sunday 8am-1pm. Hikurangi Golf Club: Ph Blue on 4337453 Hikurangi Hall: For Hir e. Ph 433 8452 Hikurangi Older Forum: Meet ever y 3r d Thur s in the Union Parish Church Hall. Contact Irene 433 8505 for info. Jack Morgan Museum, Hukerenui: Open 10am-4pm daily. Justice of the Peace: Shayn Rouse Ph 433 8471 JP and Marriage Celebrant: Paul O’Dea 0275348374 Kindergarten: 5 Park St, Phone 433 8535 Library Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 10 am - 2pm Tues & Thurs 10am - 6pm Sat & Sun closed. Ph 433 8773. Hikurangi Lions: Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. Contact Cyndy Verryt on 9460081or cell 021544531 or Colin 435 0717 Museum: Hours are: Tues, Thur s, Sat 10am-11.30 am, or by appointment. Contact number 433 8062 Museum Committee: Meet in the Museum ever y 3r d Sat of the month at 9.30 am. Phone Linda 433 8062 Email: hikurangi.museum@gmail.com. Plunket: Home visits and Clinic appointments every Tuesday & Friday Phone Ann 027 675 3408 Eureka Taekwondo: Self Defence for all age gr oups. Hik Sch Hall, Tues & Thurs 6pm -7pm. Please just turn up on those nights for more information. Thanks. Tai Chi: Held in the Hikur angi Hall @ 1.30pm ever y Wednesday except school holidays. Please Ph Linda on 4338062 for more info. Whakapara Pony Club: Amber 433 9788 or 021 165 4553 Whakapara Women’s Institute: Contact Marie 433 9900. Whangarei District Council: Phone 430 4200. Yoga: Mar ua Hall. Thur sday 6pm $8. Allison 09 434 4330 If any changes to these notices please let us know before our deadline which is on the front page. We are not responsible for information that is wrong if people do not let us know of any changes.
HIKURANGI TAKEAWAYS 59 King St PHONE 4338 448
CHINESE, FISH & CHIPS, FAMILY MEALS, BUFFET BAR FROM 5pm Mon 4pm - 8.30pm, Tues - Sun 11am - 9pm
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
HIKURANGI POLICE
Policeman Pete I just want to bring everyone’s attention to the rubbish recently sprayed around town commonly known as “tagging”. I have a real hatred of this wilful destruction of property, its ugly and a nuisance to those who own the buildings and those who have to look at. These, may I say it juvenile delinquents because it is this group, somehow associate graffiti with art and fame. The fame side of things is why they place this rubbish in easily seen locations, close to main roads is a specialty and places with a high volume of people who pass by. Catching these offenders is difficult unfortunately, this is something they don’t do in the daylight hours in front of witnesses. It’s a creature of the night habit out of sight out of trouble mentality. Over my years in the police some of those that have been discovered “tagging” have suffered the consequences with some having the remaining contents of spray cannisters applied to clothing and skin. I am totally not saying this is or should be a resolution to the problem. It is not going to solve the mind set of this group now or in the future and you end up in trouble. Nuisance crime is here to stay but we can take away that “fame “element as soon as this rubbish appears. My recommendation is to take a photo, paint it out as soon as it appears and report it on the 501 number. If you need paint give me a call, I have just acquired a bit from a mate who’s a painter. Take away the “fame” you take away what motivates them. I did a bit of de-tagging myself recently on King Street. I am only too happy to assist and stamp this out as soon as we can. When it gets reported it will find its way to us at the Station and we can attend and deal with it. On another note, Lisa is overseas for a while if you’re wondering where she has been, I am relying on my colleagues in town to help me out for a while until she’s back. At the time of writing it is the school holidays, so parents keep an eye on the kids let’s keep them busy. Stay safe out there and let’s work together to keep the town looking good. Senior Constable Pete THOMAS
SPCA
Whangarei Drop-In Centre 2021 Hikurangi Rugby Football Club 11-15 Park St Wednesday 1pm-2pm Nov 3rd & Dec 8th Cat & Dog Flea & Worm Treatment from $4 each Pet care Advice FREE Low cost Desexing Applications $65—$315 Emergency Pet Food GOLD COIN KOHA ALL PETS MUST BE UNDER CONTROL 24/7 Enquires 09 4389161
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Whangarei Mobile Library Bus This arrives outside the Hikurangi Community Library at 1.15pm. Please contact the library on 4338773 to find out when the next Mobile Bus date is available. Thanks. J C Godfrey Certified Plumber & Drainlayer & Digger Work PO Box 53 Hikurangi 0150 Ph/Fax (09) 4338858 Mobile 027 4976632 johncg1943@gmail.com
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HIKURANGI HISTORICAL MUSEUM
When the first Europeans settled in Hikurangi in the 1860s the area was covered by heavy bush. The settlers started to clear the land. In the 1870s a Mr. Mathewson and Dr. Richard Sissons opened the first sawmill in Hikurangi. It was later taken over by George Buchanan who extended the mill and built huts and a two-storied boarding-house for his workers. Soon after several other mills were established in Hikurangi. The largest was Henry’s Mill, named after Jock Henry, one of it’s later managers. It specialised in milling kahikatea timber. Kahikatea grew in the Hikurangi Swamp and was later used for making butter boxes for the dairy factory. The timber industry in Hikurangi grew rapidly and there were a number of small mills besides the big ones. Once the bush was cleared most of the land was then used for pasture. Please come and visit our museum on 1 Alfred St. We are open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 10-11.30am or by appointment. hikurangi.museum@gmail.com Facebook: Hikurangi Historical Museum Help support our local museum, annual membership only $10.
Thanks Linda (Editor).
Tennis Season:
-General Electrical -Heat
Pumps Children’s Lighthouse & Playgroup 20 George Street Hikurangi Public Sessions Open Hours Tues: 9am to 1pm Music Session & Movement Thurs:9am to 1pm Community Walk & Free Play New Email: playgroup@hikurangi.co.nz
Contact Sharlene on 021616755
Starts Thursday Oct 7th and runs each Thursday from 4pm, free to come along and play social tennis with others from the community, please bring own racket and balls. Club membership $20 individual or $30 family for the summer season. For more info visit www.hikurangi.co.nz Community Dinner Reminder: Nov 19th from 5pm. Guest Speaker: Emily Henderson Whg MP. Buffet Dinner: From 6pm. Cost: $20 per person RSVP’s essential to admin@hikurangi.co.nz or phone 021616755 by Friday Nov 12th. Community groups, Sports clubs & residents all welcome. For more info visit www.hikurangi.co.nz
Hikurangi War Memorial Hall available for hire Large Hall with Supper Room and Extra Large Kitchen. Hireage for Social, Birthdays Weddings etc.
To enquire please contact Friendship House on Phone 4338452 during open hours or email us at friendship@hikurangi.co.nz
BOTTLE STORE
OPEN 7 DAYS Mondays 12 noon till 7pm Tuesday - Thursday 11am till 8pm Friday & Saturday 11am till 9pm Sunday 11am till 8pm
HIKURANGI BUS SERVICE: THURSDAYS
Leaves Hikurangi @ 9.50am opposite Miners Rest Café. Leaves from Whangarei @ 1.30pm arrives back in Hikurangi at 2.05pm. $3.00 each way. Please Note!!! This is a bus link service not a city link service so Gold Cards do not apply for the elderly.