13 August Independent Herald

BRETT HUDSON NATIONAL LIST MP BASED IN ŌHĀRIU P 04 478 0628 E Brett.HudsonMP@parliament.govt.nz

Authorised by Brett Hudson, 29 Broderick Rd, Johnsonville

Thursday August 13, 2020

Today 6-12

Friday 4-9

Saturday 5-10

Sunday 5-10

Phone: (04) 587 1660

Pitch Perfect

By Jacob Page

From the ashes of Jeremy Benton’s Irish dream, he hopes to make it as a Firebird instead.

The 25-year-old off-spinner will play for Johnsonville this season eager to take on the Wellington spin mantle left vacant by the retirements of Luke Woodcock and Jeetan Patel.

Continued on page 2.

Jeremy Benton is hoping his time with new team Johnsonville will spin him into the Wellington team. Photo: Gerald Rillstone.

SEIREVILED HSIF HSERF

EROHS AES RUOY OT ROOD MOC.TEKRAMAESNOTGNILLEW.WWW

Business for sale

$290 DELIVERED

F RE SH F I SH DE L IV E RI ES

opportunity to...

SEA SHORE SEA SHORE SEA SHORE SEA SHORE TO YOUR TO YOUR DOOR TO YOUR YOUR TO DOOR DOOR DOOR Call Now 0800 454-654 F FRES RE SHH FFIIS SH DE IVER EFRE RI ES H D ELLIV I ES SH FI SH D ELI V ER IE S

F R ES H F IS H D EL I VE RI E S

SEA SHORE OR TO YOUR FO $48 R 0 DOOR STA TW O C Sa KS $10ve 0

WWW.WE LLI NG TO NSE AMA RKET. C OM

• Be your own boss • Choose your hours • Get fit and lose weight • Earn 100k • Invest in your future

WWW. WEL L I NG TONS E A MA R KE T. CO M

WWW. WEL NGTONSE T.C WWW. WELLI LIN GT O N SEAAMARK MA RK ETE. C OMOM

0800 732 627

WWW. WEL LI NGTONSE AMARK E T.C OM

www.Jimsmowing.co.nz

2

Thursday August 13, 2020

How to reach us

Phone (04) 587 1660 Address 23 Broderick Rd, Johnsonville P.O. Box 38-776, WMC 5045 Fax (04) 587 1661 www.independentherald.co.nz REPORTER

Jacob Page herald@wsn.co.nz 027 425 0422 NATIONAL SALES

Sam Barnes sam@wsn.co.nz 587 1660 SALES

Steve Maggs steve@wsn.co.nz 587 1660 SALES

Brenda Ingram-Johnson brenda@wsn.co.nz 021 640 152 CLASSIFIED SALES

classifieds@wsn.co.nz

Benton eager for Johnsonville opportunity The former Canterbury prospect was 18 months into pursuing an eventual international career in Ireland until the Coronavirus pandemic forced him home.

“I snuck back in the country late March and stayed on my parents’ farm until a couple of weeks ago when I moved up and I’ve been training with the Wellington boys ever since.

“The goal has always been to play international cricket and I played some cricket in Munster during our winter and I was 18 months into qualifying for Ireland but then Covid happened.

“I looked at my options around the country and I feel there is an opportunity here.”

Jeremy says because pitches are generally suited to the fast bowlers, he also tried to improve his batting and fielding to show his versatility.

“In Ireland I was batting No 3 or 4 but here I’d like to try to nail down that No 7 role if I can.

“With the bowling I try to use changes in flight and speed rather than turn as well as angles on the crease because that’s the sort of thing needed in New Zealand.”

He says Johnsonville was a good fit for him.

“They are a top six club who

Jeremy Benton has arrived in Johnsonville to chase his provincial cricket dreams.

needed a front-line spinner so at the end of it, it was a no-brainer really.

He says being in the Wellington A setup has been a plus so early

on.

“I’m just trying to get stuck-in and enjoy the experience and try to make the most of it.”

Jeremy played since childhood

for Canterbury Country but he wanted to pursue a cricket career and he felt Johnsonville could be the springboard to bigger and better things.

Greg O’Connor

MP for Ōhāriu

Greg.OConnor@parliament.govt.nz Facebook.com/GregOhariu Twitter.com/GregOhariu Authorised by Greg O’Connor, Parliament Buildings, Wellington

Huntleigh Retirement Apartments 221 Karori Road, Karori, Wellington APARTMENTS AVAILABLE NOW - SECURE YOURS TODAY At Huntleigh Apartments you’ll enjoy the independence and freedom of living in your own home, but without the worry and hassle. We’ll take care of the hard work, leaving you free to enjoy your retirement your way. Our much sought after modern apartments are light, bright, and just the right size.

Interested? Call sales agent, Allan Davidson to arrange a viewing.

On Tuesday, the Prime Minister announced that cases of COVID-19 had been identified in the community in Auckland.

Based on what we have seen overseas, we knew there was a potential for this to occur. We are taking a rapid response to break the chain of transmission, contact trace, test and gather information.

If we don’t act now, we run the risk of COVID spreading further and a lengthy lockdown further disrupting business and the economy. We have learnt from Victoria that we need to act quickly and take a more regional approach. Small neighbourhood lockdowns were not enough.

At the time of writing, New Zealand, with the exception of Auckland which is at Alert Level 3, is at Alert Level 2. This means that when you’re out and about, you need to keep 2 metres distance from people you don’t know, or 1 metre in controlled MP environments like workplaces, where practical. It means bars and restaurants can remain open

but they must keep groups of customers separated, seated, and served by a single server, and there’s a limit of 100 people at a time in any one place. When you leave the house, you should keep a record of where you go on the NZ COVID Tracer App or write it down. All businesses should display a Government COVID QR code.

While we have all worked incredibly hard to prevent this scenario, we have also planned and prepared for it. We have some of the best public health leadership in the world. New Zealand is the only country in the world that has had an outbreak to go as long without community transmission. We know if we have a plan and stick to it, we can work our way through very difficult and often unknown situations.

But we all need to work together to fight to protect that position.

Right now, we need to be calm, for Ōhāriu kind and support each other. We have done this before and we will do it again.

Unit 2, 18 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville

Greg O’Connor On the McDonald’s roundabout

Call (04) 439 4949

www.enlivencentral.org.nz

Open Monday – Friday 9am–3pm You can contact my office on 04 478 3332 or email Greg.OConnor@parliament.govt.nz.

04 4783332

Greg.OConnor@parliament.govt.nz /GregOhariu @gregohariu

Authorised by Timothy Grigg, 160 Willis Street, Wellington.

Authorised by Greg O’Connor, Parliament Buildings, Wellington

Thursday August 13, 2020

inbrief news

Fight to reinstate Johnsonville market gains momentum

By Jacob Page

A campaign to get the weekly Johnsonville Market continues to gather momentum.

Ohariu MP Greg O’Connor says a meeting between the market’s management and council will take place today and the market will be operational while the matter is being sorted.

Greg confirmed that due to Covid level 2 restrictions, the market will not open on Sunday but the hope is it will open once again on August 23.

Greg has started a petition which the public can sign to have the event reinstated after it was forced to close until further notice late last week.

The market, which has run every Sunday since 2012 at Johnsonville School had been doing so without a resource consent from Wellington City Council.

However, a local resident complained to them last week which meant the Council, which was aware of the status of the market, had no choice but to enforce its own rules.

The complainant was concerned about traffic congestion and parking issues and early morning noises all due to the market.

In a statement, the Wellington City Council outlined the current state of play.

“Council compliance staff have been in discussion with school management and the market operator following complaints from a resident in the neighbourhood.

“The complaints relate to disruption caused by truck noise, especially in the early morning, traffic congestion and parking problems.

“Given the market is in a residential area, it needs a resource consent.

Name for Wellington Convention Centre Next week Wellington City Councillors will be asked to approve ‘Tākina’ as the name for the Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre currently under construction.

Mayor Andy Foster says Tākina will be great for Wellington culturally and economically.

“Tākina will be an iconic space. Its location and versatility for exhibitions supported by world class hospitality services will strengthen Wellington’s position as the Creative and Cultural Capital.

Metlink under level 2

A campaign to get the Johnsonville Market back up and running is gathering momentum.

“The market operator has been told to apply for resource consent within one month or the market may have to close.

“There is also no guarantee that a resource consent application would be successful.”

Greg says the market is an

Metlink will continue to offer a full service across its train, bus and harbour ferry network. If you are sick, do not travel on public transport. If you can, work from home.

Fares will remain in place at Alert Level 2 and we will be accepting cash, but continue to recommend people use other options that are available.

Buses will retain front door boarding for the time being which will allow for customer accessibility needs.

integral part of the Johnsonville neighbourhood and must return as swiftly as possible.

“I’m sensing a lot of good will from all sides in trying to find a resolution to this as quickly as possible so that the market can return.”

Zealandia celebrates 25 years By: Gerald Rillstone

Celebrating the 25th aniversary at Zealandia Eve and Jim Lynch. Photo: Gerald Rillstone

Founders of Zealandia Jim and Eve Lynch gathered with friends and supporters to celebrate the valleys 25th year as Zealandia.

It all started with a survey Jim and Eve did for Forrest and Bird 30 years ago Jim says when they identified all the treasures around Wellington city and the valley was seen as an excellent spot for a sanctuary.

“It stood out as a strategic site but it was an active water supply site at the time but as soon as it became available I was in like Flynn and thought it would be a great place to have a sanctuary,” Jim says.

“We couldn't poison the rodents as it was in the city and the most logical thing was to try and fence it and we did.”

A lot of work followed with the setting up of the organisation and designing of a fence and three years work setting up the trust and five years on from the launch of the trust the fence was given the green light.

“It was quite a long process it is now pretty much what I envisaged at the time and pretty much a dream come true,” he says.

Eve was the first volunteer and between the two of them they ran the whole project for the first two years.

“Eve did all the finance and all the documentation and ran the whole thing,” Jim says.

Jim still enjoys what he and Eve have created and still takes guided tours every fortnight.

His hope for the future of Zealandia is that they can achieve even more and get it done faster.

Makara Peak gets info panels In honour of its 21st Birthday, new information panels were blessed and unveiled at the Makara Peak Mountain Bike Park on Saturday morning by representatives from Ngāti Toa, Mākara Peak MTB Park Supporters and Mayor Andy Foster.

The panels tell the story and history of the peak and the surrounding landscape.

NEWS TIPS Send your tips to herald@wsn.co.nz

Greg O’Connor MP for Ōhāriu Here for you Get in touch My office is open 9am – 5pm

Monday to Friday Authorised by Greg O’Connor, Parliament Buildings, Wellington

3

04 478 3332

greg.oconnor@parliament.govt.nz

Unit 2, 18 Moorefield Road /GregOhariu

gregoconnor.nz

4

Thursday August 13, 2020

Student march for mental health

By Gerald Rillstone

Saint Bernard’s College student Dallas Serj Reilly is campaigning for the government to do more for youth mental health.

He says the issue is not getting the focus it should and he has orginised a march to parliament to get the politicians to take notice.

Students at Onslow College are also part of a group of 13 thirteen colleges in the Wellington region to be helping with organising the march which will be held on Wednesday the 9th of September starting at Civic Square at midday.

“There was a guideline for mentally healthy schools that was bought up in 2001 which was sent to parliament and it has got lost and has never been revisited and most schools are to scared to talk about the issue of mental health and suicide,” Dallas says.

The 17-Year old, year 13, student from Saint Bernard's College is no stranger to getting stuck in to achieve his goals he is a on the Student Youth Council and over past few years has balanced Merit-Excellence in NCEA and run fundraisers and awareness campaigns for the Mayoral Election, 40-Hour Famine,

Dallas Serj Reilly organiser of the march for student mental health.

Caritas, St Vincent De Paul, and Life Matters.

Now he says he is taking on his most challenging event yet he is organising a march from Civic Square in Wellington to Parliament all in the name of student mental health.

“We are asking politicians to stop being lazy and revisit the 2001 Guidelines for Mentally Healthy Schools and while doing this we will be working with Lesley Frederickson from the NZ Association of Optometrists and including eye tests within our guidelines for good reason,” he says.

“They talk about what's the biggest issue facing the next generation and they talk about climate but youth suicide is just lingering in the background,” he says.

He says although the current government has invested in mental health in general they need to focus on how schools are dealing with it.

Dallas has a real passion for politics and organised the 2019 local body elections mayoral debate at Saint Bernard’s to raise funds for mental awareness.

He is also hoping to orgainse a social justice Christmas festival in Wainuiomata later in the year.

Roy’s bold battle continues as book interest soars

By Jacob Page

Roy Kellahan continues to defy the odds as his book about his life in Johnsonville continues to win the hearts and minds of the people who read it.

The 79-year-old, who has a terminal illness has returned home after a stint in hospice and is working on additions to his book for a potential second print run.

The book, ’A Long Ride from Johnsonville’ - From Cowtown to Thriving City Suburb; chronicles his early years in the 1940s and 1950s right through to the current day.

“It’s great to be home,” he says.

“I’m improving already.

“I can’t believe all the great comments I’ve received about my book.

“I find it absolutely amazing.

“I tried to put humour in it, some serious stuff in it as well.

“I tried to make it as versatile as possible but try to cover what things were like exactly as it happened.

“I’ve always tried to have a bit of fun and I feel laughter is so important.

“The response has made me sit up and take notice because I didn’t think my story could have this impact.

Showroom: 29 Hutt Road, Thorndon BLINDS FOR YOUR HOME AND OFFICE

“I’m working on some sketches to add to a second print run so it’s all very exciting.

“I’ve met scallywags and others who are almost Lord-like.

“It’s been a down to earth life and I’ve loved every minute of it.

“I love practical jokes and having fun,” he says.

“There’s a lovely saying from Zorba The Greek which goes ’Every man needs a little madness or he’ll never dare cut the rope and be free.’ and I think that’s so true.”

People interested in purchasing Roy Kellahan is out of hospice and back home which has allowed the book can email beam25@ him to plot potential additions to the second print run on his book icloud.com on growing up in Johnsonville.

Live the Dream Let us create the bathroom or kitchen of your desires

MAKARA CEMETERY Monthly Bus Service

Next Bus Next bus

Wed 19th 19 th Wed August December 202o 2018 This private bus service has been operating for 17 years.

Sponsored by Harbour City, Guardian and The Wilson Funeral Homes.

DEPARTS FROM: Island Bay (Medway Street) (Outside New World)

12:45pm

Harbour City Funeral Home

• Exciting new fabrics • Wide range of blinds • Colour consultancy • Installation - Repairs • 3 year guarantee

FREE measure and quote Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm JUST DEDICATED TO YOUR SATISFACTION

sales@justblinds.co.nz Ph: 04 472 9920 - www.justblinds.co.nz

(56 Onepu Road, Kilbirnie)

1:00pm

Miramar Library

1:10pm

Newtown Library

1:20pm

Courtenay Place (Main Bus Stop)

1:30pm

Karori opposite The Wilson Funeral Home,

CALL NOW ON 04 297 2893 Mob 0274 421 049

(142 Karori Road, Karori)

1:40pm

Karori Library (Outside the Postshop) 1:45pm

Fare: A donation to Wellington Free Ambulance would be greatly appreciated.

Thursday August 13, 2020

5

WINTER HOT DEALS 8.5Kg WashSmart Washer • 13 Wash Programs Multi Settings • Smart Drive Vortex Action •1400rpm Final Spin Dry

Kay Webster, Ray Coats, Michael Hallagan

By Jacob Page

Two pillars of the Karori Foodbank retired last week after 20 years of combined service.

Ray Coats and Michael Hallagan were acknowledged for their service with a morning tea.

Ray was in at the beginning of the new regime when the Karori Foodbank was operated by five churches in 2013, and a member of the transitional group before that.

He was a board member and served two terms as chair.

Michael Hallagan was working for the foodbank when it was solely an undertaking of St Teresa’s and has done 11 years as a team

leader.

Michael says it was a pleasure assisting those in need in the community.

“It’s been an uplifting experience and yet challenging at times when you see people who are in need and the poor life outcomes in some cases.

“However, the gratitude you see on people’s faces has been great and to work alongside other people who are motivated purely by their desire to help the community has also been inspirational.”

He says with a grandchild on the way, the time was right to step away since the organisation is in good heart.

“We have a great base of volunteers and are well supported by the community

and several local businesses,” he says.

Ray was the first chairperson of the combined operation.

“Most of the churches were already supporting with donations but we had to have the structures.

“It’s been a worthwhile experience.

“The need has stayed constant, we’ve had close to 200 families on the list that we have helped.”

Ray says clients are offered community and budgeting support services.

“I feel I’m doing a little something to help my community.

“I wouldn’t say the word enjoyment describes it but it’s been nice to do my bit.

Haier

7.5Kg Washer

7Kg Top Load Washer

• 13 Wash Programs • EcoSilence Drive Motor • 1100rpm Spin Dry

• 8 Wash Programs • Pulsator Wash Action • Electronic Timer Control

997

$

$

$

Best Selling Family Washer!

Top Buy!

Save $160!

1298

Karori Foodbank duo call time on service

BOSCH

739

Samsung

BOSCH

5.5Kg Wash Smart Washer

14 Place Dishwasher

14 Place Dishwasher

• 6 Wash Programs Multi Settings • Auto Water Level Sensing • 1000rpm FinalSpin Dry

• 6 Wash Programs Multi Options • Top Tier Cutlery Tray • 44dBA Super Quiet Operation

• 6 Wash Programs Quick Wash Options • 3 Levels Adjustable top Tay • Heat Exchanger Extra Clean

998

$

$

$

Classis Kiwi Washer!

Super Deal!

Bosch Quality, Limited Stock!

897

Panasonic

Haier

6Kw Heat Pump

•Premiun Aero Series Air Con • NanoeX Air Quality System • New R32 Refrigerant

1698

5.5Kw Heat Pump

1988

$

Hot Deal!

Ask for our Installation Package Deal

• Latest Flexis Series Air Con • Eco Sensor Energy Saving • In-built Wifi with Google Control

1699

$

Total Remote Control Anywhere!

Ask for our Installation Package Deal

WE’RE LOCAL WE ARE

NEWBOLDS JOhNSONviLLE 6-8 Broderick Road, Johnsonville We’re Local, We Care!

478-4988 • Easy Customer Parking

12 Months Interest Free *Conditions apply.

SCHOOL IN ACTION DAY Friday 21 August 10am - 2pm

These are the years that set students up for life and this is the school that can do that Come along and see Whitby Collegiate in full action.Wellington’s only progressive, independent, co-educational school for Years 7-13.

To register for our experience day visit our website or give us a call. whitbycollegiate.school.nz | Ph: 04 234 1070

Bedpost Wellington 240 Thorndon Quay, Wellington, 6011 | Ph: 473 5303 STORE NAME e:Full bedpostwellington@xtra.co.nz address and store Open 7 days: Mon-Sat 9am - 5:30pm, contact/opening hoursSun 10-5pm www.bedpost.co.nz

WE ACCEPT THESE CARDS

12 Months Interest Free Available

In-store purchases $200 and over. Lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply.

6

Thursday August 13, 2020

readers have their say... Find out the WORD on the Street.

Q: What has been the most challenging thing for you so far in 2020?

Cailyn Medalla

Carly Drabble

Lucas Musker

Sam Agatz

Neala Wicomb

Xavier Glass

What has been hard for me this year is probably worrying about the health and safety of my family here and overseas. Especially with their work and the health of my grandparents.

The hardest part of this year was moving back to Wellington from Wanaka in June. It was hard leaving my friends behind and coming back to friends I knew from five years ago.

The worst thing that happened to me so far in 2020 was going into lockdown because I did miss my friends and teachers even though it was an ok experience. It was an adventure and I was excited to go back to school.

For me the most disappointing thing of 2020 was that year 8 camp was meant to be in week nine of term one but because of Covid has been rescheduled to week two of term four.

The hardest in 2020 has been not being able to see my family overseas to make sure they are safe and healthy during their lockdown.

For me the most difficult thing in 2020 wouild be the lockdown with not going to school and missing my after school activities.

Strong turn out for REBUS Meeting

Carpet repairs & Carpet cleaning, Wellington

• Carpet repairs • Domestic • Broken Seams • Commercial • Re-Stretching • Free Quotes • Carpet Cleaning We want to help you look after your carpet... get the best out of it... so we’ll do whatever we can to keep your carpet going and going. So we do re-stretching, patching, repair damaged seams & carpet fixing generally.

CALL US NOW on

021 434 232

BRETT HUDSON

MISSED AN ISSUE?

NATIONAL LIST MP BASED IN ŌHĀRIU P 04 478 0628 E Brett.HudsonMP@parliament.govt.nz

Authorised by Brett Hudson, 29 Broderick Rd, Johnsonville

Thursday July 16, 2020

BRETT

NATIONA

ay July

Friday 9-12

Saturday 9-14

Sunday 9-14

Phone: (04) 587 1660

HUDSON BASED IN

L LIST MP

Thursd

Today 8-10

P 04 478 0628 E Brett.Huds onMP@pa

ŌHĀRIU

rliament.g

23, 2020

ovt.nz

Today 5-13 Friday

Authorised 29 Broderickby Brett Hudson, Rd, Johnsonville

5-11 Saturday

6-12 Sunday

7-13

Phone:

The right tone

Catch up online at www.independentherald.co.nz

By Jacob

Ph: 04

477 6658

Honoured for service

Shopping

in-store

$32

Centre

By Jacob Page

Penny Roy, who grew up in Karori, is now a teacher by trade but has been recognised by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) for the role she played in mentoring officers at the Afghan National Army Officer Academy in 2018 and 2019.

Captain Roy, a Reservist with the New Zealand Army, was presented with a Chief of Defence Force Commendation by Chief of Defence Force Air Marshal Kevin Short at a ceremony in Wellington last Friday.

Continued on page 2.

The Chief of the New Zealand Defence Force Air Marshal Kevin Short presents Captain Penny Roy with a Chief of Defence Commendation last week in Wellington Photo NZDF

JIM’S MOWING LOOKS AFTER YOUR LAWNS AND GARDENS

$290

Style Cuts

• Hedges & pruning • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs • Guttering Cleared • Section Clean-ups

DelivereD

Tastings Johnsonville

1660

WELCO ME BAC Shop ou r comp K! lete ran ge

Page

Former baritone, Broadmeadows of being Benjamin Reason and Onslow is chasing College longs for an international his singer in home.

The 23-year-o London dream but still Dame Malvina ld is one of two lence Awards Major Foundatio recipients of for $5,000 towards the Wellington n Arts Excelhis region, receiving Usually he is homestudies. time of year in North Wellingto remained but the Coronavi in the UK. rus has meantn at this he has Continue d on page 2.

Former Onslow son is following College baritone, in London. his dream Benjamin to sing professio Reanally

• No appointmen • Just come ts needed in • Experienced Stylists

(04) 587

Wedne sday 12th Augus t 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Question s&

Answers Music & Nibbles good wholeso 191 main me Fun road, tawa. pH 04 232-476 3

CROFT ON DOWN

128 Churc

Ph: 04

S

hill Drive

479 8765

or for $480 sta two cks

Monda y to 7.30am Friday - 6pm

$290 Saturda

WELCO ME BACK Shop our comple ! te range Kee

CALL NOW

Unit 1B – 84 Oriental Parade Oriental Bay

Deliver y to Sunday eD 8:30am

Open Home Sunday 2:00pm to 3:00pm and Thursday

4:30pm to 5:30pm

Call Steve Fejos 027 562 1777 • steve.fejos@harcourts.co.nz

- 6pm

or fo $4

star tw80 Proudl owned y locally cks o and operat ed

in-s

p 2m tore s paymedistance nts are preferr OR ed Shop onl ine at mit re10.co .nz wit CLICK h COLLEC& T CONTA CTLESS HOME DELIVE RY CONTA

Contac tles

Terms and

contitions

apply.

Contact Keep 2m dist less paym ance ents are preferre local Shop onlistore: www.OR d mitre1 0.co.nz/stor ne at mitr e-locator e10.co.n z with CLICK & COLLECT CONTAC TLESS HOME DELIVER Y CONTAC

CTLESS

Find your

Terms and

Find your

local store:

contitions

apply.

TLESS

www.m

itre10.c o.nz/sto

CROFTON

re-locat or

DOWNS

CROFTON

DOWNS

0800 454-654

www.Jimsmowing.co.nz

More than 80 people attended the Khandallah REBUS (Retired Business) meeting on a lovely Wellington day at the end of July.

Heather Mills, a Visitor Centre Educator, from Government House spoke about the history of Government House.

The meeting enjoyed hearing about the original Government House which was built in the grounds of the present Parliament, and the lunatic asylum which was formerly in the grounds of the present Government House.

Heather spoke about some of the former Governor-Generals and some of the royal tours. A number of our members had previously been on a tour of Government House and this extra historical information was an added bonus. It was a most interesting talk and good to be meeting back together again, after the Covid lockdown.

Any retirees in the area are most welcome to come along to a meeting.

Meetings are held on the last Friday of the month in the Khandallah Bowling Club Clubrooms in Woodmancote Road at 10 am. The next meeting is on August 28, and David Klein, from Nga Taonga Sound and Vision will be speaking.

Heather Mills, a Visitor Centre Educator, from Government House spoke about the history of the building at a REBUS meeting last month.

Thursday August 13, 2020

Elizabeth Knox to receive honorary Doctor of Literature Acclaimed Wellington writer Elizabeth Knox is to receive an honorary Doctor of Literature from Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.

“Elizabeth Knox is an inspiration to young people and emerging writers and is helping grow the next generation of literary talent in Aotearoa New Zealand,” says Chancellor Neil Paviour-Smith. “This honorary doctorate acknowledges her enormous contribution to literature.”

The honorary degree will be awarded during graduation week in September.

Ms Knox, who was made a Companion of the Order of New Zealand Merit for her services to literature in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours, is one of New Zealand’s most successful writers. She has achieved national and international acclaim for her powerfully imagined novels for adults and younger readers.

The author of 17 works to date, her most recent book is The Absolute Book, published by Victoria University Press. She was awarded the Prime Minister’s Award for Literary Achievement in Fiction in 2019.

Born and raised in Wellington, Elizabeth Knox began her degree in English Literature at the University in 1983, and it was in Bill Manhire’s Original Composition course that she started work on her first novel, After Z-Hour. She graduated in

Brett’s Brief National Party List MP based in Ōhāriu

The economic impacts of COVID-19 are real and are being felt.

September 11 will see a further reshaping of the retail landscape here in Johnsonville.

The Warehouse has confirmed that as the closing date for their store on Johnsonville Road.

This confirmation adds to the closures we’ve seen with Michael Hill Jeweller, Paper Plus and Cracker in recent weeks.

Wellington writer Elizabeth Knox is to receive an honorary Doctor of Literature from Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.

1987, the same year After Z-Hour was published by Victoria University Press.

Her best-known work, The Vintner’s Luck, won the Deutz medal for Fiction and the Readers’ Choice and Booksellers’ Choice awards in the 1999 Montana New Zealand Book Awards. In 2001 it was awarded the inaugural Tasmania Pacific Region Prize. It has since been published in 10 languages.

Her Dreamhunter Duet series for young adults also received national and international recognition.

Dreamhunter won the 2006 Esther Glen Award for New Zealand children’s literature and Dreamquake

won an American Library Association Michael L. Printz Honor Award for Young Adult Literature in 2008.

Elizabeth Knox has been a Victoria University of Wellington Writing Fellow, a Katherine Mansfield Menton Fellow, and a recipient of the Michael King Writer’s Fellowship.

She was one of the five inaugural recipients of an Arts Foundation Laureate Award in 2000. In addition to fiction, she has published essays and lectures on writing and how the imagination works.

She currently teaches a course in world-building at the International Institute of Modern Letters at the University.

While earlier announcements

by NZ Post and Kiwibank regarding the closure of their shared premises in Johnsonville were not related to COVID-19, the cumulative effect significantly impacts retail and services availability.

The recent news that Stride Property Group are again reviewing developments plans for the Johnsonville Mall adds further uncertainty as to the future amenities in the area.

The fact that no formal plans had been published, nor any

“spades in the ground” prior to COVID-19 points strongly to challenges with the mall development being attributable to issues not solely related to COVID-19.

As much as these challenges and changes impact shoppers and residents, we should not lose sight of the very real and personal impact they have on staff affected by the closures.

Their incomes and prospects will be hit by those decisions and we should be mindful of what it all means for them.

Statistics NZ has reported the quarterly rise in the number of people underemployed since 2004 and there are now more than 212,000 on the Jobseekers benefit and COVID-19 income relief payment.

With analysts, including Treasury, still predicting unemployment to peak at around ten per cent, there is worse yet to come and it will be more widespread than what we see in Johnsonville.

Contact me 29 Broderick Road, Johnsonville brett.hudson@parliament.govt.nz 04 478 0628

Authorised by Brett Hudson MP, 29 Broderick Road, Johnsonville.

Get into NZ’s Hardest Working Range of Cargo Vans.

Terms and Conditions: Finance offer available to approved applicants of UDC Finance Limited only and excludes all lease and fleet purchasers. Available on new LDV G10 Cargo and V80 models only. 1.9% P.A. finance fixed for the term of the loan. Loan terms of up to 48 months with no balloon payments. No deposit required. $105 establishment fee, $10.35 PPSR fee, and Dealer origination fee of up to $399 apply. The GST component of the loan (if any) is repayable in the third month of the loan. UDC Finance Limited lending criteria, terms and conditions apply to any loan. Offer valid from 1st July 2020 to 31st August 2020. Vehicles must be registered by 31st August 2020. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Any accessories shown are optional extras.

COME AND SEE HOW HARD THE LDV RANGE CAN WORK FOR YOU. With only 1.9% Finance over 48 months and NO DEPOSIT. We have G10 Cargo Vans from $29,990 +GST & ORC and V80 Cargo Vans from $31,990 +GST & ORC. OFFER ENDS 31ST AUGUST 2020 OR WHILE STOCKS LAST.

HUTT VALLEY LDV 2 Wakefield Street, Lower Hutt 5010

Ph: 04-568 2151

7

8

Thursday August 13, 2020

Challenge thanks MPI

By Gerald Rillstone

During lock-down right through level four and beyond Johnsonville based Challenge 2000 delivered thousands of meals and a big part of the supply was pork from the Ministry of Primary Industries.

Project manager founder of Challenge 2000 Kitty McKinley says during the lock-down they took over the nearby church hall and turned it into a food and well-being distribution centre.

At Level 1 they were approached by the ministry for primary industries and chosen as the receiver of large amounts of pork that could not be sold or exported.

All of this meat Kitty says was gratefully received and then both delivered to families fresh and some of it cooked and delivered as fully cooked meals.

“As a result senior staff from the ministry of primary industries were invited to visit Challenge 2000 to hear about the difference we could make because they thought who might benefit from the situation they found themselves in,” she says.

During the lock-down the govern-

Attending the thank you afternoon tea for the Ministry of Primary Industries, Simon Mc Donald, principal advisor, Barney Anderson special advisor, Damian Dempsey director of Challenge 2000, Karen Adair deputy director MPI, Kitty McKinley Founder Project Manager Challenge 2000 and Labour Ohariu MP Greg O'Connor.

ment bought pork off farmers and circulated it to community agencies throughout the country, Kitty says they received around 12 pallet’s of pork already butchered both fresh and frozen cuts.

They found chiller space for it

with the help of some generous businesses in the community and were able to give people going through a really tough time a real lift.

Part of the support given to the community by Challenge 2000

along with the pork included activity packs for kids and added to this Kitty says some of the schools the organisation is involved with instructed teachers to stay out of contact with the children during lock-down and with some families

in difficult circumstance her volunteers stepped in to help.

“Some of them didn’t have a lot of money and their parents were losing their jobs and the schools would phone us and we would deliver stuff to them,” Kitty says.

Railway safety in the spotlight

Safety around railways is being highlighted in Wellington this week.

Rail Safety Week, 10-16 August 2020, has set the wheels in motion to raise awareness for safely crossing railway tracks to reduce the number of near misses, with backing from Metlink.

Yesterday, TrackSAFE and Kiwirail cohosted a launch event at Wellington Railway Station to set the tone for an educational and awareness building week, which will include Metlink operator Transdev’s hand out sessions that invite the public to talk about rail safety.

Metlink general manager Scott

Gallacher says, “Rail safety is a critical message that our region needs to be aware of and continue to practice, whether you are a pedestrian or driving a car.

“This week plays an important role in reinforcing the seriousness of crossing tracks the right way, so we can ensure our communities are healthy and safe.”

Throughout this week resources and information will be available to bring to the forefront of the community’s mind the importance of being alert, following the warning signs

and taking no risks when crossing rail track lines.

Greater Wellington transport chair Roger Blakeley says, “We have four lines that make up our rail network that have provided over 4 million trips this year alone, so it’s vital we all play our part in educating children and whānau to safely make use of them.

“Rail and track safety is also about protecting the wellbeing of our train drivers who experience near misses frequently due to distracted and risk-taking individuals, ” Roger says.

Outward Bound courses push students to new heights Marsden School Open Morning Tour Marsden’s spacious campus, learn about Visible WellbeingTM and see the school in action on Friday 14 August, between 8.45am and 12pm.

Register at marsden.school.nz/experience Marsden School Girls Years 1–13, Co-ed Preschool Enrolments 2021 due

For Wellington Year 12 students Trazel Moses-Wharepapa and Alex Greenfield, going to Outward Bound presented an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and grow their confidence.

Trazel, from Wainuiomata High School and Alex, from Naenae College joined 12 other secondary students from eight Wellington schools at Poneke, an Outward Bound course designed for the region’s young leaders.

For 21 days, the group pushed themselves mentally and physically, and challenged their beliefs in a range of activities held in the Outward Bound school in Anakiwa and its surrounds in the Queen Charlotte Sound. Outward Bound has been transforming the lives of New Zealanders since 1962, with more than 65,000 New Zealanders attending courses de-

signed to help them to reach their full potential through outdoor adventure.

Outward Bound School Director Simon Graney says most students find their course transformative.

“During their time at Outward Bound they learn to build courage and resilience and experience success as a member of a team, identify their own values, develop an appreciation for the natural environment and experience being of service,” said Simon.

Sixteen year old Alex says he found not knowing what was coming next challenging. “The instructors never told us anything in advance. I struggled with that because usually I know what I’m doing for the day or for the week. I learned a lot – especially to trust myself and back my decisions and not always ask for reassurance.”

Getting up early for a run was Trazel’s biggest challenge, but says

she learned that “it’s not always good to be comfortable. Push yourself.”

Both say their experiences at Outward Bound have boosted their confidence and helped formulate their future plans.

“I have learnt new skills along the way and I have new found confidence, and the ability to lead groups and other people,” says Alex. Trazel agrees and says that her experience has helped her with her future plans.

“I feel like I can do anything!”

The Poneke Outward Bound course is made possible through the generous support of the Girls Friendly Society (GFS), Moore Markhams, Tai Shan Foundation, Kapura, Winton and Margaret Bear, Kathryn Jones and David Long, the Findex Community Fund, Macpac and individuals who believe in the young people of the Wellington region.

Thursday August 13, 2020

9

Club Kelburn to close from late September

By Jacob Page

The Club Kelburn Squash and Gym building looks set for demolition once it closes on September 25.

The building which is owned by Squash New Zealand on Wellington City Council-owned land has been deemed “uneconomic to upgrade” by the sports organisation and it’s doors will close next month.

The Club K Users Group is pushing for a stay of execution on the decision but that appears unlikely.

Squash New Zealand chief executive Jamie Tong says the building has been operating since the 1960s “We are deeply saddened by it because a lot of people have had their first squash experience there and it’s been a terrific asset for squash in Wellington.

“With support from Council we have conducted a detailed assessment of the building and it has resilience issues, not that it’s unsafe but we’ve had a good look at what that is going to cost us and it’s uneconomic for us to put that investment in there.

“The condition of the lease is that we can offer the Council to buy the facility and they’ve indicated to us that they don’t want to do that and therefore there’s an expectation we provide them with a clear site at the end of our tenancy which means

B U Y

Club Kelburn is set to close on September 25.

removal of the building,” he says. “(The building) has reached the end of its economic life.

“It’s quite a bespoke building, it’s on four levels so for a squash facility it’s brilliant but for anything else, it’s a challenge.”

Jamie says should the site be used for recreation in the future, his organisation would like to be part of the conversation.

“We do have a brand new sixcourt facility at Fraser Park which

is brilliant and modern and is a genuine tournament facility.

“We are losing valuable squash court stock and we are talking to Squash Wellington about how to facilitate people continuing to play our game.”

Jamie says no date for demolition has been set at this stage.

Wellington City councillor Simon Woolf, who holds the sport and recreation portfolio says this is the right outcome long-term.

L O C A L

-

“It’s one of those situations where maintenance has been deferred for so long that the building is no longer redeemable.

“There are three or four aspects with the building when it comes to occupational safety and health as well so it’s just not realistic.”

Simon says he “is being petitioned by heaps of people” to keep the doors open and he does sympathise with them but he believes the right decision is being made.

S U P P O R T

Squash New Zealand chief executive Jamie Tong.

L O C A L !

VISIT HOUSE OF BEDS FOR

AT DARK

QUEEN SET

NOW

1999

$

3 ZONED POCKET SPRINGS

AURORA GEL/LATEX QUEEN SET

NOW

1499

$

5 ZONED POCKET SPRINGS

PUROLAX LATEX

• 3 Zoned Pocket Springs • 360° Foam Encased • Euro Top finish with Purolax® Latex

• 20cm 5 Zoned Posture Pro Pocket Springs • Purolax® Latex or Gel memory foam

L AY B Y S & I N T E R E S T F R E E D E A L S AVA I L A B L E RELAXON PLUSH ANY SIZE ONE PRICE!

1299

$

POCKET SPRINGS

• Posture Pro Pocket Springs • Medium Firm feel • Plush euro top • Comfort Layers of High Density Foam

RONGOTAI

SNOOZE

QUEEN SET

NOW

799

$

SOFT PILLOW TOP

PLUSH EURO TOP

AIRPORT RETAIL PARK 113 Tirangi Road PH 04 387 4419

NOW

Comfortable best value bed finished with high quality designer fabric.

GET UP TO 65% OFF ON FLOOR MODELS!

LOWER HUTT

PARAPARAUMU

THORNDON QUAY

20 Rutherford St

186 Kapiti Road

191 Thorndon Quay

PH 04 212 5539

PH 04 212 4845

PH 04 586 5104

AUCKLAND - WELLINGTON - NEW PLYMOUTH

See in store for more information.

10

Thursday August 13, 2020

Newlands Baptist Church offering youth a safe space

By Jacob Page

Newlands Baptist Church are continuing their mission to reach out and give youth of their suburb a safe place to be themselves, find support and learn about the Christian Faith.

Youth Pastor Thomas Hyde runs weekly programmes for youth between the ages of 13 and 18 years old (college aged youth) Newlands Baptist Youth run three types of events throughout the week and all youth are welcome to come along.

Thomas says; on Wednesdays during school term, they run a ‘Drop-in’ after school. This is a relaxed time for youth to come along with no pressure. They have a feed, play basketball, xbox or table tennis and the youth can get to know the leaders and Thomas. “It is a safe space for people to come” On Fridays, structured fun events are run, which change weekly. Thomas says; “events we have done in the past are Masterchef cook nights, scavenger hunts, swimming pool visits and quiz nights.

At these events the youth are introduced to God through a short devotional time and encouraged to ask questions.”

Newlands Baptist Youth also run a fortnightly life group where youth can delve into the Bible and learn about God and the basis of Christian faith.

Glenside pillar box mystery solved

By Jacob Page

Thomas says the hope is the youth can see how Christ can influence their lives in a positive way and come to know Jesus and his teaching for themselves.

The events give the kids a sense of belonging, a sense of love and it gives them a place where they can be themselves and feel like people care about who they are as individuals.

Find them on instagram @newlands_ baptist_youth or email Thomas Hyde thomas@nbc.net.nz Sponsored by

Apply now for Meridian’s Power Up Community Fund At Meridian, we’re committed to doing good things with our energy.

To do good for people, and good for the environment.

So, we’re proud to back local projects in communities around our wind farms and hydro stations with our Power Up fund.

With Power Up, your community has a say on what initiatives we support and fund. Managed by a panel of locals and Meridian staff, we’re working together to build strong and sustainable communities.

Power Up West Wind provides grants for projects in Makara, South Makara, Makara Beach and Takarau Gorge.

After 43 years, the mystery of what happened to the red pillar boxes of Glenside has been solved thanks to a little modern technology. .

Back in the 1960’s, a Victorian pillar box stood at the intersection of Rowell’s Road and Middleton Road.

It was one of two, owned by eminent chemist, scientist and inventor Cecil Mason (1905-1977) who also liked to be called George Mason.

During the sixties, Cecil lived in the little cottage at the top of Westchester Drive near the motorway interchange.

A second pillar box was in his garden. He had also collected an old red Telephone Box. In his day, there was no Westchester Drive or motorway interchange and access to the cottage was up a very steep driveway, which you can still see the entrance of at the intersection of Middleton Road and Rowells Road.

He used the pillar at the bottom of the hill as his personal mailbox - apparently people posted their mail in it, which Cecil would deliver to the Post Office.

At some time in his life, Cecil left Glenside and returned to his home in the Nelson Provincial area. He died there in 1977.

The mystery around what happened to the red pillars of Glenside has been solved.

In 1998 Claire Bibby, who is the President of the Glenside Residents’ Association, bought his cottage and heard about the Victorian pillar boxes.

“I knew from talking to Glenside residents and previous owners of my cottage, that the pillar boxes had been taken to Nelson, however I had no idea who Mr Mason’s relations were to find out what happened to them.

“This year, when undertaking research during Covid-19 Level Two, I discovered that Grahame Sisson of Sisson Kayaks had recently written a web-page all about his friend Cecil Mason and the wood preservative experiments he carried out in Glenside.”

“I rang Grahame who passed on the name and occupation of Mr Mason’s nephew, Doug McKee of Nelson.”

“When contacted, Mr McKee said that at the time of his Uncles death, he took care of the pillar boxes and years later passed them onto his children. His daughter donated hers to the City of Nelson Civic Trust. In 2002, the Trust installed it on the corner of Nile Street and South Street near the Rutherford Hotel.”

Claire says it goes to show what a wonderful tool the internet can be.

“Without that initial post on the website, I’d be no closer to finding out what happened to them,” she says.

Are you paying too much?

BUY DIRECT & SAVE GLOVER MEMORIALS

How to apply Applications for the next funding round are open until 27th September 2020.

For more information and to apply: • visit meridian.co.nz/powerup • email community.fund@meridianenergy.co.nz • call 04 803 2507

Second Inscription from $750.00 New Plaques from $950.00 New Headstones from $1750.00 Permit, Lettering, Artwork, Installation and GST all Included

7 Hartham Pl Sth, Porirua,

Ph: 237-8891

MER//0256E

Also at 298 Naenae Road, Lower Hutt www.glovermemorials.co.nz

Headstone specialists since 1911

Thursday August 13, 2020

11

Next Generation Real Estate.

Easy Central Jville?

YIP! 24A Burgess Road, Johnsonville 3

2

This is the perfect, low-maintenance property, on the flat in Johnsonville Central, that you have been looking for.

Whether you have a fast-paced lifestyle or are looking to slow down and enjoy the convenient location, this property will tick your boxes! With this

FOR SALE

house, you can come home, hang up your coat and enjoy the spacious open-plan living, flowing out to your own courtyard.

If you don't like stairs, good news! there is a ground level, master bedroom with a spacious walk-through wardrobe & bathroom.

RV $700,000

For Sale by Tender

3.00pm Thursday 27th August

Clint Fitzgibbon, Team YIP 021 0885 0406

Charm! Comfort!

Convenience!

4a Tarawera Road, Johnsonville 3

1

1

Enjoy a BBQ and a bevvy with friends on your private deck this summer. Count your blessings while you sit back and relax with all day sun and views.

Presented with pride, this 3 bedroom 1920’s cottage, sporting all new

FOR SALE

amenities and décor, will fit the bill for those looking for a home ‘outside the box’.

Just a short walk to Raroa or JVille rail, it’s a quick drop down to village amenities or the CBD, as takes your fancy.

RV $590,000

Deadline Sale

2:00pm Wednesday 26th August

Margaret McKeefry 027 444 9727

12

Thursday August 13, 2020

Next Generation Real Estate.

Elevated Surprise?

YIP! 3 Tawa Terrace, Tawa 3

2

2

Its got the location, its got the space and with the size of the yard, this home is just oozing with options - there is something for everyone. Plus!

This solid 1950's home has a self-contained sleepout/rumpus below - this home has so much going for it.

FOR SALE

With a double garage and a yard big enough for your boat, trailer, caravan and any DIY/ garden projects - you can let your creativity spread... literally.

The main house has beautiful wooden floors, three good bedrooms, elevated views across the valley and a massive, modern, open-plan kitchen and living area with conservatory and big windows allowing the light to flood in. RV $640,000

For Sale by Tender

3.00pm Thursday 20th August

Clint Fitzgibbon, Team YIP 021 0885 0406

Fun, Friendly, Freehold!

105 Ohariu Road, Johnsonville 2

1

Relax in the sun on the deck this summer, share a little love with this cute 2 bedroom, bungalow.

Cosy woodburner, open plan living, space for overstayers or home office, separate amenities, carport.

FOR SALE

A great spot to spend Lockdown, exploring, picnicking, and gardening?

A little bit of country, just down the road from bus and schools, J’Ville amenities walkable.

RV $540,000 Viewing by prior appointment

Deadline Sale

1.00pm Tuesday 18th August

Margaret McKeefry 027 444 9727

Thursday August 13, 2020

13

Next Generation Real Estate.

Modern Low Maintenance? YIP! 26A Olivia Crescent, Tawa 3

2

If you have been looking for that low-maintenance, single level, modern property in Tawa, then this is a must see! Whether you have a fast-pace lifestyle or are simply looking to slow down and enjoy the convenient location, this property will tick all your boxes!

FOR SALE

Here you can drive home into the carport, throw your coat into the spacious walk-in wardrobe and enjoy the large open-plan living / deck, drenched in afternoon sun. Life is simple! Sell all those gardening tools and get a BBQ for the deck - with no gardens to look after, you can use all that extra time to have all your friends and family around.

RV $700,000 Tender closing 3.00pm Thursday 27th August 2020

Aleisha Price 027 389 3311

Anita Corlett & William YIP 021 022 56795

Million Dollar Views?

YIP! 8 Cessna Way, Newlands 3

2

2

Modern and stylish design with harbour views to die for!

This is the location for you to make the most of living in our capital.

Easy access to state highway one, nearby Johnsonville and Newlands, with great local schools and amenities within easy reach. Point 360! You

FOR SALE

will never tire of living in this beautiful home.

The stunning open-plan living space flows to a deck that makes the most of the harbour vista. The chef's kitchen is well-appointed with high quality fittings and appliances, cook up a storm while gazing out to the beautiful outlook.

RV $970,000

For Sale by Tender

3.00pm Thursday 20th August

Anita Corlett, Team YIP 021 022 56795

14

Thursday August 13, 2020

Next Generation Real Estate.

24 Observatory Close, Whitby

4

3

2

648 Makara Road, Makara-Ohariu

3

1

Style, Space and Location

Paradise Found? YIP!

Our vendors are sadly leaving their much loved home. Tastefully

Two hectares of paradise, just 20 minutes' drive from the Beehive - this is

decorated throughout, this very well maintained home is light filled and

the joy of living in Makara, one of Wellington's best kept secrets. Peaceful

spacious. Positioned at the end of an enviable cul de sac it provides a

country living, a short drive from Makara Beach and its rugged coastline,

wonderful sense of peace and privacy with its lush green landscaped

this superb area is surrounded by native bush and fabulous walks.

setting.

Sheltered and beaming with sunshine, this fabulous lifestyle property is

RV $800,000

just a short drive to Karori, its shops and cafes and then on to the CBD and

Deadline Sale closing 1:00pm 20 August 2020

the amazing buzz of the Nation's capital. RV $710,000

Jane Mather

For Sale by Tender

Aleisha Price

Anita Corlett, Team YIP

021 339 623

3.00pm Wednesday 19th August

027 389 3311

021 022 56795

99A Clifford Road, Johnsonville 3

1

1

Deadline Sale 12pm Wednesday 29 July 2020

Sunday 16 AUG

11:00-11:30

Johnsonville

8A Kipling Street

11:00-11:30

Churton Park

2/46 Wingfield Place

11:00-12:00

Newlands

8 Cessna Way

31 Bethune Street, Featherston

11:30-12:00

Churton Park

93 Churton Drive

3

11:30-12:00

Johnsonville

99A Clifford Road

11:30-12:30

Tawa

3 Tawa Terrace

12:00-12:30

Churton Park

99 Churton Drive

12:30-1:15

Johnsonville

11 Kimball Place

12:30-1:30

Johnsonville

24A Burgess Road

143 Westchester Drive, Churton Park

12:45-1:15

Churton Park

143 Westchester Drive

5

1:00-2:00

Featherston

31 Bethune Street

1:00-1:30

Newlands

44 Somes Crescent

1:30-2:00

Churton Park

4 Amesbury Drive

2:00-2:30

Johnsonville

4A Tarawera Road

2:00-3:30

Makara

648 Makara Road

35 Lacebark Lane, Woodridge

2:15-2:45

Churton Park

8 Cheetwood Street

4

3:00-3:30

Johnsonville

105 Ohariu Road

SOLD on the Tender Day with 7 offers presented.

3:00-3:45

Whitby

24 Observatory Close

Contact Shannon Crawford, Team YIP

3:00-4:00

Tawa

26A Olivia Crescent

Contact Kevin Bai on 021 047 5369 or Marie Joubert on 021 024 70636

1

3

$385,000 Contact Andrew Stokes on 027 220 1049

2

2

Deadline Sale 12pm Thursday 20th August 2020 Contact Gillian Cross on 021 457 782

SOLD

OPEN HOME

2

2

on 027 665 2501

Thursday August 13, 2020

St John’s reopens after two year project St John’s in the City Presbyterian Church has celebrated its reopening after a nearly two-year project to earthquake strengthen the Category 1 Heritage listed building.

The reopening celebrations were attended by Wellington’s mayor, Andy Foster, the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church, Rt Rev Taimoanaifakaofo (Fakaofo) Kaio, and members of the St John’s congregation. Andy Foster said “Since it was constructed in 1885, the St John’s in the City Church building has remained an important feature of Wellington City. This seismic strengthening project has been completed by a church community that is strengthening itself and its building, and thereby becoming more resilient. This is worth celebrating for the contribution this makes to a more resilient city. We all benefit when we are able to look after each other.”

The congregation was led by a piper to the main doors of the Church, where Mayor Andy Foster officially reopened. A worship service of celebration was held inside. A cake in the shape of the church building was then cut by Betty Robertson, who has attended St John’s for over 70 years, and one of the younger congregation members, Hannah Wood (aged 10).

Live the Dream Let us create the bathroom or kitchen of your desires

Wellington mayor Andy Foster re-opens St John's in the City Church after seismic strengthening.

Rev Allister Lane, the Council and Internal Affairs).

Minister of St John’s, com- Fundraising events have also mented, “The earthquake contributed and a Givealittle strengthening of the St John’s page set up.

Church is an act of faith. It’s a L T McGuiness undertook collective effort, characterised the work, along with Dunby teamwork, flexibility, and ning Thornton Architects, and generosity. Together we are BECA as project managers. signalling our enduring hope All these organisations have in God’s grace and expressing extensive experience working our faith to the city, both now on heritage buildings. and for the future.”

Built of kauri, totara, and The project has now brought rimu in 1886, the church at the church up to 70% of cur- the corner of Willis and Dixon rent building code standards. Streets is one of the oldest large It has cost $6.5 million. This inner-city timber buildings in has been funded by generous Wellington. It is celebrated pledges from current and for- nationally as an example of mer congregation members, as Gothic style in timber and was well as through grants (includ- designed by Thomas Turnbull. ing from the Wellington City

GARDENING THIS WEEK Ripe tomatoes for Christmas: By Wally Richards Now we are at the beginning of August this means that there is about 20 weeks till Xmas or 140 odd days to be a bit more exact.

If we look at the potatoes that take the longest maturing period which is about 120 days; from planting the sprouted seed potatoes to harvest, then there is time to spare for growing potatoes for Xmas.

Twenty days extra to be exact which is good value as sometimes weather conditions can mean the nominal 120 days may be insufficient to reach full maturity.

With tomatoes it is about 60 to 80 days from transplanting to maturity or the first fruit ripening.

This can vary a lot as most gardeners are well aware, the fruit is likely to form but it will depend a lot on sunlight hours and temperatures for the fruit to red up or ripen.

Then there is the period of time from sowing the seed to the transplant stage which can be about two weeks to six weeks dependent on conditions such as temperature, day light hours, food and moisture.

If you are purchasing tomato plants from a garden centre that are ready to plant up you are likely about a month in advance of sowing seeds on a heat pad.

More likely six-eight weeks in advance if you do not have a heat pad.

15

Once the seeds have fully germinated and before they can start to stretch to the light, the cell punnets should be moved out into a glasshouse or similar where they get over head light.

This is most important otherwise indoors they would stretch towards the nearest light source and weaken and likely ‘damp off’.

As most glasshouses are not heated they will slow down in growth and by giving them a little nitrogen rich food should help to keep them growing along nicely.

The most important aspect is not to overwater the young plants while the cooler weather persists.

Purchase one or more tomato plants which you will pot up into the next size pots with compost, a bit of chook manure and some of my own Secret Tomato Food.

Neem Powder should be included to help keep the whitefly and tomato psyllid at bay.

If you had problems last season with psyllids on either potatoes or tomatoes then you are likely to have even worse problems this season.

The solution is the Cell Strengthen Products we have that will wipe out the psyllids and allow you to harvest great crops again.

There are three products... a Silicon & Boron soil drench used prior to or at planting time and again about two weeks later.

At the two week stage of a young plant you spray it all over with Silicon Cell Strengthening spray with Silicon Super Spreader added to it to drive the former into the plant.

Repeat spray every two weeks till plant reaches maturity then once a month while harvesting.

What happens is the cells of the plant becomes so tough that when the psyllids hatch out they cannot pierce the plant to feed and they soon die of starvation.

The leaves of the plant will also be bigger than normal and the fruit bigger and better as Silicon helps the plant gain more energy from the sun.

If you don’t get your tomatoes in early and have ripe fruit before Xmas then your fruit will likely ripen in January/ February period when the price of tomatoes has fallen and you have missed the boat on having your own home grown while prices are still high in the shops.

The same applies at the other end of the season and that is to have ripe tomatoes to pick later in autumn through to early winter, when once again prices have risen.

Growing in containers and progressively potting up to larger containers means you can protect your early tomato plants against the cold, winds and frosts even if you do not have a glasshouse or similar.

P roblems? Phone 080 0 466464.

CALL NOW ON 04 297 2893 Mob 0274 421 049

Thinking of Buying or Selling?

Want to know your Home’s value in today’s market?

Phone 803 1768 today for

Success with Steve!

Steve Fejos - Auction Manager M: 027 562 1777 P: 04 803 1768 F: 04 803 1750 stevefejos@xtra.co.nz www.stevefejos.co.nz Team Wellington Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Level 1, 54-56 Cambridge Terrace Te Aro

16

Thursday August 13, 2020

STEPHENS RESTORATION

Specialists in Project Cost Estimates for Residential & Commercial Buildings • Specialists in providing Preliminary/ •Specialists in providing Preliminary/ Budget Estimates of Costs at Concept Budget Estimates of Costs at Concept Design Stage for New Houses and for Design Stage for New Houses and for Home Additions and Alterations.

Home Additions and Alterations.

Don’t replace ...restore!

•Specialists in Home Insurance • Specialists in Home Insurance Replacement Cost Estimates.

Replacement Cost Estimates.

• Floorboard repairs • Floor colouring, polishing, refinishing and resurfacing • Laying of new and repairs of old floor boards • Furniture repairs & restoration • Residential & commercial

•Avoid the confusion between Valuation • Avoid the confusion between Valuation and Construction Rebuilding Cost. and Construction Rebuilding Cost.

John Barton MNZIQS Reg. QS Workshop Quantity Surveyors Ltd PO Box 28029, Wellington 6023 P: (04) 475 3980 M: 027 431 1145 E: wqsltd@xtra.co.nz W: www.quantity-surveying.co.nz

Ph: 577 1451

John Barton MNZIQS Reg. QS Workshop Quantity Surveyors Ltd PO Box 28029, Wellington 6023 P: (04) 475 3980 M: 027 431 1145 E: wqsltd@xtra.co.nz W: www.quantity-surveying.co.nz

Mob: 027 488 4363

www.stephensrestoration.co.nz

FLOORS & FURNITURE

Want to advertise with us?

Call us now at 04 587 1660

time and On timeOnand onon budget budget

If you’re doing building of any kind, whether it be com your dream home or an extension to your existing engi home, a new office building or a purpose-built pain workshop, should employ the services of a architects, If you’re doing building of any kind, whetheryoucomplete the job: design consultants, Main quantity surveyor. it be your dream home or an extension to engineers, builders, plumbers, electricians, betw your existing home, a new office building or painters, local councils… the list goes on.

John Barton has worked on numerous projects proje a purpose-built workshop, you should employ Maintaining a constant level of communication both residential and commercial, and his proje the services of a quantity surveyor at Concept between all parties involved is imperative to your independent, qualified advice will ensure to w Design Stage. project’s success.

Johnhelp offers you a complete yourprojects next construction project isand completed to the John Barton has worked on numerous project estimating construction cost manWith both residential and commercial, and his indeagement package don’t have to worry. highest standard, on time andso onyou budget. you pendent, qualified advice will help ensure your With over 40 years of experience in the industry, From cost estimates to contract administration next construction project has a realistic budget. you can rest assured that your next project isrelia in and everythingreliable in between, From cost estimates to contract administration hands. Workshop Quantity It do Surveyors to make surehow youfar getyou the are bestinto your and everything in between, Workshop Quantityis there It doesn’t matter proje Surveyors is there to make sure youdeal get the best project, can help. If your plan is still justidea an available for yourJohn project. deal available for your project. idea (the best time to get John involved) or you New building can a daunting task,let John help let J are coming upbe to the home stretch, New building projects can be a daunting task, projects Wha and John can act as an independent intermediary and John can act as an independent intermediary you get all your ducks in a row. Whatever you happ allJohn the is teams need, there required to make itto happen. between you and all the teams between required you to and

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

Skylight Specialists are owner operated and are LBP (Government approved licensed building and roofing practitioners) with 30+

years in the building industry.

All skylights are specifically designed for New Zealand and are manufactured in Lower Hutt.

If you would like us to assess your existing skylight or just want to let a lot of natural light into your home please call us on 027 595 4448 or 04 938 0721.

Get ready for spring with THERMAL glazing uPVC windows are perfect for heat and coolness insulation. uPVC is not a thermal conductor and by combining it with double glazing, windows can achieve first-rate insulation values.

As the uPVC joinery uses a double rubber gasket engaged by a multi-point locking system, windows

and doors seal tightly and evenly against their frames, unlike legacy products like timber and aluminium joinery. This way heat stays inside of the home, rather than escaping out of the doors and windows. Enjoy lower heating costs this spring with uPVC joinery.

DOUBLE GLAZING with German uPVC Joinery

Phone : 027 595 4448 or 04 9380721 | Email : info@nzskylight.nz Government Approved Licensed Building and Roofing Practitioner - LBP

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

Skylight Specialists is LBP (Government approved licensed building and roofing practitioners) , with 30+ years in the building industry and employ a highly skilled team which consists of trade qualified glaziers, roofers and builders.

When we come and assess your skylight/s we will provide you with a free, no

obligation quotation. We will also provide you with a detailed report including photos that will include our findings and recommendations whether it be for general maintenance, repairs or replacement.

At this time of year everyone is concerned about insulation of their homes, trying to keep warm and retain heat. Unfortunately, skylights are often overlooked, even when they can be sometimes the main factor of heat loss. Older skylights are sometimes full-time venting without the homeowner even being aware of this, which is no

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

are what connects the skylight to your roof and keeps all watertight). This will cover if you have adequate condensation channels, drainage, seals, condition of flashings, thermal properties and of course longevity of the skylight/s and the surrounding areas.  So if you’d like to add a lot more light into your home and want the job done well, contact them on 04 938 0721 or 027 595 4448.

“We are tradespeople not sales people”

24mm double glazing

Welded joints

Services we provide : • Servicing All Brands

• Roof Access Hatches

• Double Glazed Units

• Opening Roof Windows

• Repairs/Replacements and

• Fixed Skylights

Maintenance

• Custon Units any size/shape

• Full InstallationService

• Free Quotes

• Low Pitch Skylights

• Repair and Replacement Roofing

Steel reinforcement Double rubber seal Multi-point locking system Air chambers for insulation

Treated to withstand NZ UV

Ph: 04 974 8930 - E: sales@ecowindows.nz www.ecowindows.nz Showroom – 29 Hutt Road, Thorndon Wellington

R-value of 0.38, can be increased to 0.83

You can now approve or submit changes to your ad within the ATOL system at a time that suits you. Just follow the link in Thursday August your ad proof email to view your ad, then click the APPROVE or CORRECTIONS button right from there - no new emails required!

Pams Asian Slaw 500g

2

$ 99 each

Pams Pro Bio Drink 6pk

$

2 for

5

Pams Red Onion 1kg

3

3 for

$

each

Pams Streaky Bacon 1kg

14

*Specials only apply at these stores. Valid Monday 10.08.2020 to Sunday 16.08.2020 WE-8590240AD

Pams Soy Milk 1ltr

$ 49

$

13, 2020

5

Pams Frozen Lasagne Bites 143g 3 for

$

99 each

PAK N SAVE HUTT CITY PAK N SAVE PETONE

5 Limits may apply while stock lasts.

17

18

Thursday August 13, 2020

OUT& about

Photos Gerald Rillstone

Crowds gather for Eid festival Moving to a larger venue in Linden saw even more people congergrate to this years Muslim Eid festival.

After holding the event in Newlands last year and drawing a large crowd the festival was moved to the Linden Community Centre.

Eid Day is a family based event celebrating the major “Eid” holidays observed

by Muslims worldwide. On this day the vision is to create an atmosphere of happiness, fun, diversity and unity, where New Zealand’s Muslims come together to celebrate the joyous spirit of Eid.

Just some of the crowd that packed out the Linden Community Centre during Saturday’s Eid festival.

Serving refreshments during the Eid festival from left, Shafaa Jabar, Nur Hazirah Hashim and Ranimah Taking advantage of the free henna tattoo at the Eid festival Zahra Bolhassau.

Abdulaziz, left and Anjuman Aria.

Keeping nice and warm while Magician Nigel Kennedy shows Lucas the Maddie Mcleod gets busy with paper serving food Nilufar Allayarova and Javlon Kadirov.

Lesly West gets busy with a cool design for Dawud Ahmed. ropes at Eid festival. qulling.

e h t e r a t a h m W u d n e r e ref ? s n o i quest Authorised by the Secretary for Justice

Know before you vote

Thursday August 13, 2020 Advertising Feature

19

Events Calendar Fiona Pears Jazz Trio The Village Cafe, Martinborough Fri 4 Sep 7:30pm

What’s cool in the

Wairarapa

Carterton’s Daffodil Festival set to be a blaze of colour Located in the heart of the Wairarapa, Carterton’s popular Daffodil Festival offers an abundance of activities.

Experience the hospitality on offer in the heart of the Wairarapa by dining at our local cafes, bars and restaurants, head out to experience Daffodil picking at historic Middlerun, browse the markets along High and Holloway Streets, enjoy our local farmers market; and local live music at Memorial Park, check out the Big Wai Art sale held in the award winning Carterton Events Centre, ride the Daffodil Express Steam Train, and view the town from a surrey ride.

Carterton is located in the Heart of the Wairarapa, between Greytown and Masterton. It’s a 1.5hr drive from Wellington and 1hr from Palmerston North. Carterton stretches out from the Tararua Ranges to the

Fabulous 50’s - Presented by Operatunity Carterton Events Centre Fri 4 Sep 11:00am Yarns in Barns Festival Various venues throughout Wairarapa 8-18th October

Specialising in jewellery repairs Showcase Jewellers in Masterton’s Queen Street are more than stockists and advisers on beautiful work. They specialise in repairing your precious jewellery, and most often do that on a same-day basis. Often a quick repair can be done while you enjoy a coffee or lunch at the next door café – it’s that con-

venient! When buying new jewellery from us we understand that sometimes you may change your mind about a purchase and that’s okay. We issue a store credit if you need to return an item. All Showcase stores are independently owned.Showcase Jewellers are members of JWNZ

Superb Jewellery coast and offers an abundance of activities from action seeking adventurers to wine tasting gurus. Come visit, check out www. cartertonnz.com for other local attractions, accommodation, and events.

Stonehenge Aotearoa science and astronomy centre Enjoy a tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa and look through a window into the past. Learn some of the secrets of your ancestors. Self guided tours during opening hours. Guided tours by arrangement.

Give yourself a telescopic insight into the stars and planets – courses also available at Stonehenge We begin with an introduction of our observation targets and an astronomical tour of the henge, then watch the sun set. As the stars appear, we take you on a cosmic tour of the night sky, Friday and Saturday nights

7.30-10.30pm. Private sessions on Thursdays by appointment.

Enquire about our range of courses - we are now covering topics comprising stargazing, astronomy, telescopes and astrophotography.

New Mars exhibition opening in October.

The red planet: exploration, living there and lots more.

To see Stonehenge Aotearoa check the open hours on our webpage. www.stonehenge-aotearoa.co.nz Follow the road signs from Carterton to find Stonehenge Aotearoa.

Masterton Showcase Jewellers 176 Queen St, Masterton masterton@showcasejeweller.com • Phone: 06-377 7183

www.showcasejewellers.co.nz

Stonehenge Aotearoa

A memorable stay at the Royal Hotel The Royal’s an old hotel. If you listen, it’ll whisper to you tales from long ago, both good and bad. Epic tales of adventurers, dreamers, rogues and rebels – those who chose a different path.

It will tell you about times past. When weary travellers who’d crossed the Remutakas could get a bed, a good meal and a drink before riding into the Wairarapa, the

“land of glistening waters”.

It will tell you of the times when steam power was king. When the wondrous Fell steam engine was invented that pulled travellers up and over the ranges to The Royal.

It will tell you of mysterious places and people, and of the characters that stay in the hotel rooms.

Phone: (06) 377 1600 | 51 Ahiaruhe Road, R.D.2 Carterton Web: www.stonehenge-aotearoa.co.nz

Luxury Steampunk Accommodation and Restaurant Rated 5 Stars

22 Revans St, Featherston 06-308 8567

20

Thursday August 13, 2020

CLASSIFIEDS Trades and Services

WHAT’S ON...

Public Notices To Lease

Wednesday November 18, 2015

BUILDING Consent Approval and house plans.

Free estimates provided. Call Doug on 934-1398 SECURE STORAGE 14sqm $42 per week.

The Community Noticeboard is for HOUSE washing, 16 yrs exp. Hotwater, soft- Wainui Self Storage, Waiu St, 0274805150. non-profit organisations. For $15.00 wash, gutters vacuumed clear, decks, paths.

Composed

by Tony 11th. Nov. 2015 Trades and Services you can publish up to 25 words.

Wayne 021 035 Watling 3930. www.thehousewashing-

No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid.

Call into our office, phone (04) 587 1660 or email classifieds@wsn.co.nz

Linkline Social Club Inc Linkline Social Club Inc for active mature persons. Club dinners 6pm last Saturday of each month plus a range of other activities.

Phone Jossie: 577 1876

FACT

Open day atOF THE D AY Wellington North Badminton 51. J.K.

Open day at Wellington North Rowling Badminton, Taylor Park, Tawa St, choseSunday the 16th August 10amTawa, unusual 2pm. Come in and have a go, fun for name the whole family.

‘Hermione’ so young girls Hedge trimming and wouldn’t secateur sharpening be teased session for being nerdy!

guy.co.nz CAR PET & VINYL laid and repaired.

Ph 0210634013

POOLS OF SATISFACTION

Enrolment at Raroaby Normal Intermediate is governed by an installations top-qualifi edSchool electrician with enrolmentofscheme, which areofavailable fromlocals the schoolthe record overdetails fiftyofyears giving office or at www.raroa.school.nz Garden Maintenance lowest cost “around-the-clock” service, just Our summer pools were built by us.

The Board has determined that 25 places are likely to be available phone 021-0717-674 orofemail GARDENSCAPE SERVICES for the out977-8787 of zone studentsornext year. The exact number places Blends in well did cause no fuss. Trees, hedges, tidy ups. Ph Roy 476-3368 / 027-248-3263. will depend on the number of applications received from students jack.powell@outlook.com With hydro slide will cause a splash.

And to it many people dash.

FOR SALE Through native bush we twist and wiggle.

From the children bringsTO a giggle.

FIREWOOD READY BURN MACROCARPA Severn days $362.50 a week the place is open.

1.8c/mts or 3.6c/mtrs $575 go to www.

Hot ezyburn.co.nz summer daysorwe are hopen! phall 0274594130

GARAGE SALE PublicKarori, Notice 7 EPPING GROVE, Sunday 16 August, from 10am to 4pm. Household items, ladies clothing, material and shoes, building materials, house plants etc.

Wainuiomata Squash Club AGM Public Notices

7.00pm Monday 30th November At the Clubrooms Corner of Main Road and Moohan Streets, Wainuiomata

Bringing local- Newlands news Bellevue School

to the community Parent Election Notice -

representative to the board of trustees. A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be posted to all eligible voters this week. You can nominate another person to stand as a candidate, or you can nominate yourself. Both parts of the form must be signed. Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office.

Wainuiomata Newspaper Deliverers Graham’s NEWS Painters

Get your House Exterior and Interior painted!

who live within the school’s home zone. If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, students Situation Vacant will be selected by ballot.

If there are fewer in zone enrolments than places available, then enrolment applications from out of zone students will be processed in the following order of priority: First priority will be given to any applicants who are siblings of current students.

Second priority will be given to any applicant who is the sibling of former students.

Third priority will be given to applicants who are children of former students.

Fourth priority will be given to any applicant who is either a child of an employee of the board of the school or a child of a member of the board of the school. N Fifth priority will be given to all other applicants.

13

BATLEY, Margaret Winifred: Aug 8, 2020 BOKANY, Annette Mary: Aug 9, 2020 2m seasoned pine $180 GURNEY, Elizabeth Nola (Betty) (nee Barclay): Aug 9, 2020 4m Split pine store for next winter $330

Funeral Large Bags Kindling $13Directors Large Bags Dry Pine/ hardwood mix $14

Free Delivery in Wainui

0220831542

Comprehensive professional funeral servicesTrades from a locally owned business. and Services

Brad

Kirsty

Lee-Ann

www.gfh.co.nz

Johnsonville 477 4025 St | Petone Tawa 232 1588 46 Waione

Ph: 5685989 Open Sat 9am-3pm Formerly cpa spares

Funeral Director

Out of zone applications close 3pm Friday 28 August 2020.

Parents of students who live within the home zone should apply

by Friday 21 August, this will assist the school to plan appropriately for next year.

Friendship Club of Johnsonville

Hedge trimming and secateur sharpening session at the historic Bellevue School Board of trusHalfway House, Glenside Reserve, Situation Vacanttees’ by-election 2020 next to Twiglands. Saturday, 15th August 1pm-2pm.

Nominations are invited for the election of one parent Public Notices

OUT of ZONE ENROLMENTS for 2021 FOR ALL ELECTRICAL repairs and

Death Notices Firewood

Karori

Guest Speaker: Carl Nixon Coastguard Mana: Saving Lives at Sea

• Pre-planning and Pre-payment Options • Headstones and Plaques • Live Streaming of a funeral service

Date: 9:45am, August 20th Enquiries to Pam Fletcher 938 6715

Visitors Welcome The Friendship Club of Johnsonville, A Club for Retirees.

Free Event Supported by:

A solid

William YIP

Your Friend in Real Estate Licensed Under REAA 2008

T H U R S D AY

TIPS WANTED

Over a century of service and experience caring for people.

Newtown

Karori | 476 5292 Newtown | 389 6069 www.wilsonfunerals.co.nz

FACT

Nominations close at noon on Friday 18 September 2020 and may be accompanied by a signed candidate statement and photograph. The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours. There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school office. Voting closes at noon on Friday 9 October 2020.

Deliverers Required in

Area 1: Momona, Mohaka, Kawatiri - Kaponga.

Send your

Experienced tradesmen and large team

~ Pensioner Discounts ~

tips to Contactherald@ Sandra on Signed Amanda Beauchamp, wsn.co.nz Returning Officer accounts@wsn.co.nz

E: grahamspaintersnz @gmail.com W: www.grahamspainters.nz Ph: (04) 564 9202 021 183 9492

587 1660

CROSSWORD C R O S S W O R D Puzzle CROSSWORD CROSSWORD

View the Wainuiomata News online www.wsn.co.nz

Applications are available at our recruitment office or at the security gate based in the Ngauranga George in Wellington. isor the Contact BarryLEGO 472 7987 021world’s 276 6654. largest manufacturer of wheels.

ACROSS ACROSS 1. Enlisted personal (4,3,4) 1. Hard Enlisted personal ACROSS 7. to endure (7) (4,3,4) ACROSS 7.

Hard to endure 1.

Result (5-6) 11. Sea-shore (5) (7) 1. Result (5-6) 11.

Sea-shore (5)(7) 7. Scoundrel 12.

Stain (7) (7) 7. Scoundrel 12.

Stain (7) 11.

Pulls (5) 13. 11.

Criminal organization(Ital) (5) Pulls (5) 13.

Criminal (5) 12.12.

Deviousness Deviousness 14.

Restore toorganization(Ital) life (7) (9)(7) 14.

Restore to life(5) (9) 13. 13.

Excellent (5) Excellent 15.

Watchful (9) 15.

Watchful (9) 14. 14.

Alert (9) (9) Alert 16.

Important person(sl) (6) 16.

Important 15. 15.

So (9) (9)(7)person(sl) (6) So 18.

Mislead 18.

Mislead (7)(6) 16. 16.

Directs (6) Directs 21.

Inactive (4) 21.

Inactive 18. 18.

Skull (7)(4) Skull (7) 23.

Tint (3) 23.

Tint (3) (4)...(4) 21. 21.

Disorder Disorder 25.

Cosmetic; liner (3) 25.

Cosmetic; ... liner (3) 23. 23.

Racket Racket 27.

Vow (4) (3) (3) 27.

Vow (4) 25. 25.

Take by by sipssips (3) (3) Take 28.

Dais (7) 28.

Dais (7) 27.

Stake (4)time) 27.

Stake (4) (6) 30. Pass(of 30.

Pass(of time)(7) (6) 28. 28.

Artlessness Artlessness (7) 32.

Isle Of ...(Brit) (3) 32.

Isle Of ...(Brit) (3) Low chair; Chaise ... (6) 30. 30.

Low chair; Chaise 33.

Japanese sash (3) ... (6) 33.

Japanese (3) (3) Expert; ... hand 32. 32.

Expert; ... sash hand (3) 34.

Kidnap (6) 34.

Kidnap (6) Strange (3) 33. 33.

Strange (3)belongings(sl) 35.

Personal (7) 35.

Personal belongings(sl) 34.

Zealous (6)of Italy (4) (7) 34.

Zealous 36. Monetary(6) unit 36.

Monetary unit of Italy (7) (4)(7) In brisk time(music) 35. 35.

In brisk time(music) 37.

AUST/NZ intergovernment 37.

AUST/NZ intergovernment U.S. state 36. 36.

U.S. state (4) pact (intls) (3)(4) pact (intls) (3) Biblical vessel 37. 37.

Biblical vessel 39.

Fabled bird (3) (3) (3) 39.

Fabled bird Curve (3)(3) 39. 39.

Curve (3) 41.

Musical instrument (4) 41.

Musical (4) Cupid (4) 41. 41.

Cupid (4)instrument 43.

Witchcraft (7) 43.

Witchcraft (7) Exposed to air 43. 43.

Exposed to air (7) (7) 45.

Magician (6) 45.

Magician (6)relatives Female 45. 45.

Female relatives (6) (6) 48.

Lacking (9) 48.

Lacking (9) endless time(Lat) 48. 48.

An An endless (9) (9) 49.

Designer (9)time(Lat) 49.

Designer (9) people(inf) handed people(inf) 49. 49.

LeftLeft handed (9) (9)

By

By Russell Russell McQuarters McQuarters By ByRussell RussellMcQuarters McQuarters

51. Real name,Archibald Leach; 38. Herb (8) 51.actor RealCary name,Archibald Leach; 40.

38. Non Herbmilitary (8) ... (5) person (8) actor Cary 40.(abbr) Non military (3) 51.

Angry (5) 52.51.

Pacify (7) 42.

Bison (7) (abbr) (3) person (8) Angry (5)... (5) 52.52.

Pacify (7) 42.

Bison (7) 33.

Sphere (3)(3) 52.

Solidify by by cooling (7)(7) 53.

Fool (5) 44.

Dupe (4-3) 33.

Sphere Solidify cooling 53.53.

Fool (5) 44.

Dupe (4-3) 38.

U.S. horse race; Derby (8)(8) 53.

Anaesthetic (5)(5) 54.

Irregularity (7) 46.

Canadian province; 38.

U.S. horse race;... ...

Derby Anaesthetic 54.54.

Irregularity (7)(7)(7) 46.

Canadian province; Restrained 54.

Humbleness 40.

Restrained (8) Humbleness 55.

Gothic church, ... Abbey (11) 40.

Nova ... (6)(8) 55.55.

Gothic church, ... Abbey (11) 42.

Nova (6) Casual 55.

Friendship (11) 42.

Casual (7) Friendship (11) 47.

Yell (6)...(7) 47.

Yell (6)calendar 44.

Annual (7)(7) 44.

Annual calendar DOWN 48.

Principle (5) DOWN 48.

Principle 46.

Scoffs (6)(6)(5)(5) DOWN 46.

Scoffs DOWN 1.

Happen again (5) 49.

Accumulate 1.

Happen again 49.

Accumulate (5) 47.

Manservant 1. Myopic Sound (5) 47.

Manservant (6) 1. Sound (5) (5) 2.

(4-7) 50.

Instruct (5) (6) 2.

Myopic (4-7) 50.

Instruct (5) 48.

Form of expression (5)(5) 2.

Sent (11) 48.

Form of expression 2.

Sent (11) 3. Small planet (8) 3.

Small 49.49.

Water vapour (5)(5) 3. Shy (8)planet Water vapour 3. Shy (8) (6) (8) 4.

Smeared 4.

Smeared (6)revenue Solution 50.50.

Gambol (5)(5) 4. Dormant Of public revenue (6)(6) Gambol 4. Of public 5.

(5) SOLUTION 5.

Dormant (5) SOLUTION 5.

Turn outwards (5) last week - 69, 5. Turn example outwards (5) 6. Typical (7) For June April 2,August 2003 2004 6.

Typical SOLUTION SOLUTION For June April 9, 2, 2003 2004 6. Sticky Constrict (7)(7) (7) 6. Constrict 7.

(8)example Solution last week, 11 November 7.

(8) For For July April 28, 9, 2003 2004 For For July April 28, 9, 2003 2004 7. Sticky Has high morals 7. Has high 8.

Reserved (6)morals(8)(8) 8.

Reserved (6) 8. Curt Reduce 8. Reduce 9.

(7) (6)(6) 9.

(7) (5)(7)(7) 9.Slope Sanction 9. Curt Sanction 10.

10.10.

Slope (5) Audacity (5) 10.

Audacity (5)(7) 16.

Floatable 16.16.

Floatable (7) Arrange in steps 16.

Arrange in(7) steps (7)(7) 17.

Revolves 17.17.

Revolves (7)Eyes’ ‘Old Blue Frank ...(7) 17.

‘Old Blue Frank ...(7) 19.

Glorify (5)Eyes’ 19.19.

Glorify (5) (5)(5) Competitor 19.

Competitor 20.

Facial feature (7) 20.20.

Facial feature (7) N.Z. Prime Minister 20.

N.Z. Prime Minister 22.

Precious stone (7) 22. 1975-84 Precious (7)... ...

1975-84 Sir Robert Robert (7)(7) 24.

Era (3) Sirstone 24.22.

Era (3) Boils 22.

Boils (7)(7)teacher(O.T.) (3) 26.

Samuel’s 26.24.

Samuel’s Catch 24.

Catch (3)(3)teacher(O.T.) 29.

Dark brown pigment (5) (3) 29.26.

Dark brown pigment Group of whales 26.

Group of whales (3)(3)(5) 31.

Stamp collector (11) 31.29.

Stamp (11) Topic (5) 29.

Topic (5)collector 32.

English cricket club(intls) (3) 32.31.

English cricket Uninvited guest (4-7) (3) 31.

Uninvited guest (4-7) 33.

Over(poetic) (3)club(intls) 33.32.

Over(poetic) (3) acid Deoxyribonucleic acid 32.

Deoxyribonucleic

Trades

&SERVICES BEDS

AERIALS

DOES YOUR TV RECEPTION GIVE YOU A HEADACHE? Get your TV reception problems fixed by our experts. Free TV reception tests on your system to ensure you have the best possible picture available using our professional test equipment.

WE COVER THE GREATER WELLINGTON AREA Wellington, Porirua,

HEADACHE? YOUonAAtheHEADACHE? RECEPTION TVTVKapiti DOES HuttYOUR Valley and areas. We have GIVE over 15 vans road.

YOU GIVE RECEPTION YOUR DOES FREEVIEW DIGITAL/SATELLITE TV We can provide you with local and A HEADACHE? GIVE TV RECEPTION UR around the world television and YOU radio stations with no monthly charges.

WE COVER THE GREATER WELLINGTON AREA

Wake up to LIFE with Slumberzone Beds...

Refreshed & Energised!

WHOLESALE / RETAIL SALES Aerials, satellite dishes, receivers and

HEADACHE? GIVE ECEPTION TV1, TV2, TV3 and YOU TV4 NotAonly do we provide a full warranty, but we Hutt Valley and Kapiti areas. We have over 15 vans on the road.

road. on the and 15 vans have over areas.

Valley and rua, television the world around andWe local with you can provide We Hutt charges. monthly noKapiti adio on your system to ensure you have the tests reception Free TV experts.with by ourstations radio stations with no monthly charges.

also guarantee that you will be satisfied with the results!

TVSALES DIGITAL/SATELLITE professional test equipment. our / RETAIL WHOLESALE

www.aerialmaster.co.nz

TV4 TV3 and TV2,SALES TV1, / RETAIL LE TV4 TV3fulland TV2, • TV1, warranty, but we also guarantee that we ot only do and aaccessories receivers TVprovide dishes, TELLITE Not only do we provide a full warranty, but we also guarantee that

499 5353

240713PH11 240713PH11

Phone

the results! with will be satisfied ou around and television world nd the results! with satisfied you will bethe harges. ovide a full warranty, but we also guarantee that SALES ed with the results! s and accessories

, TV3 and TV4

240713PH11

222 Naenae Tce,Naenae CambridgeTce, 222Cambridge www.aerialmaster.co.nz www.aerialmaster.co.nz Naenae Tce, bridge TV4 erialmaster.co.nz anty, but we also guarantee that

240713PH11

2626 567 Phone 567 8750 or 238 2626 Phone CARPENTER 567 8750 or 238 2626 ne e, Naenae ter.co.nz All things 8750 or 238 2626 67mAintenAnce

ts!

CARPET & VINYL

David & Maria’s

CARPET & VINYL NOW ON

• Home Maintenance • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Repair & Renovations • Landscaping • Qualified Carpenter

SALE

ADVERTISING TO ADVERTISE ON THIS PAGE CONTACT BRENDA NOW

CARPET REPAIR

LBP

Qualified for: Alterations, Additions Refurbishment, Repairs Ph Allan Johnstone:

• Carpet repairs • Broken Seams

CALL US NOW on 021 434 232 carpetech.co.nz

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

Transformed Painters Ltd

Wallpapering Wallpaper Murals

Ph Tee 021 029 80877

7 Strathmore Ave, Strathmore Park, Wellington

Ph: (04) 388 7969 E: dmcarpets@gmail.com

Contact John 0274466371 text ok

www.Johnsdecorationsltd.co.nz

KITCHENS

GUTTERS

• Carpet Cleaning • Re-Stretching

973 1239 027 450 3239

Experienced painter/decorator. Int/ext Weatherboard, rotten timber repairs.

House washing/water blasting, Plastering.

Paper hanging. Free quotes

For A No Obligation FREE MEASURE & QUOTE

Contact Darrin: 027 2767 691 browndarrin202@gmail.com

Building SERViCES

Call us: 0274478887 Email us: info@ pacbuild.co.nz

191 Thorndon Quay Ph 04212 4845

BUILDERS

BUILDER

• Renovations • Fences & Decks • Home Maintenance • Landscaping & Retaining walls

Wellington, Porirua, DIGITAL/SATELLITE TV FREEVIEW accessories AREA WELLINGTON GREATER THE TVworld television and DIGITAL/SATELLITE FREEVIEW • can the local and around with provide you We

21

CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SERVICE NOW!

BUILDERS

your TV reception problems fixed by our experts. Free TV reception tests on your system to ensure you have the test equipment. using available st TV reception tests on your system to ensure you have the our experts. Free byprofessional fixedour problems reception your TV picture Getpossible best possible picture available using our professional test equipment. n problems fixed by our experts. Free TV reception tests on your system to ensure you have the over 15 vans on the road. areas. We have Kapiti and Valleytest HuttGREATER AREA Porirua, Wellington, WELLINGTON WE COVER equipment. professional ourTHE using e •available

television and the world with local and around you SALES / RETAIL • WHOLESALE and accessories receivers satelite dishes, erials, charges. monthly no th AREA WELLINGTON ER receivers and accessories dishes, satelite Aerials, and Kapiti areas. We have over 15 vans on the road.

Thursday August 13, 2020

PAINTER

House painting is essential maintenance.

Trust the Pros to do it right.

Relax & get your Gutter

BRENDA Sales M: 021 640 152 E: brenda@wsn.co.nz

C l e a n e d Call Steve 528 3331 / 0272 377 020

PAINTER

Making the place you live a place you love.

Call: 0800 882 232

PENSION TRANSFER

to transfer your pension from UK to New Zealand www.pensiontransfers.co.nz

Free phone 0800 UK 11 NZ tom.gilbert@pensiontransfers.co.nz A Disclosure Statement is available on request and free of charge.

REAL ESTATE

Restorers of Antique and Contemporary Upholstery COMPARE OUR QUOTES & BE SURPRISED

WN 027 442 4775 or 477 1375

7 CUNLIFFE STREET, JOHNSONVILLE

022 154 4774 or Call 0508 422 532

PLUMBING

ADVERTISING TO ADVERTISE ON THIS PAGE CONTACT BRENDA NOW

BRENDA Sales M: 021 640 152 E: brenda@wsn.co.nz

Certified Plumber and Drainlayer Graham Plumbing & Drainage Ltd

Plumbing. Drainlaying. Roofing and Spouting. Blocked drains. Burst pipes.

Repairs and Leaks. Black Dux Qest pipe replacement. Maintenance. Kitchens.

Bathrooms. Replacing hot water cylinders.

Phone 027 4574 999 or 970 2409 Email: jokagraham3@gmail.com

RUBBISH

Clare Newton Smith E: clare.newtonsmith@harcourts.co.nz M:

029 920 3324

Call me now for a ‘virtual’ appraisal or any property related advice! To all my clients and their extended family - keep fit, keep safe and be kind.

Licensed Salesperson REAA 2008

RESTORATION

CRAFTSMAN PLUMBER

RUBBISH & GREEN WASTE REMOVAL

CHURTON

FURNISHERS LTD

call

www.DreamDoors.co.nz

3 EASY STEPS

UPHOLSTERY

FIND OUT MORE

Whiteware, appliances, furniture & recyclables Free quotations Ph Sam on

021 0252 7361

Samsrubbishnz@gmail.com No job too small!

44236

Repolish and repair antique and modern furniture Free Quotes Call Tony 04 479 3542

or

027 2301 203 Pick up and Delivery available

TUITION

22

Thursday August 13, 2020

SPORT

Rough weekend for Johnsonville rugby teams

By Jacob Page

Things do not get easier for the winless Johnsonville Hawks premier rugby team with the prospect of facing former All Black winger Julian Savea this Saturday.

After being outclassed 50-5

by Tawa, they will now face Oriental-Rongotai who will likely have Savea on one wing.

Johnsonville coach Roy Kinikinilau says costly errors

are proving their undoing at times.

“We play some good rugby but then make a silly error after five phases and then we’re hard on defence again.

“It’s hard to get momentum when that keeps happening.

“Tawa are a really professional team and they have a big pack and they pushed us round at times.”

Roy says the important thing is trying to gain self-belief.

“The guys are working hard

at training, just the results have not come yet but I assure everyone that we are improving each week.”

Johnsonville did score a good try through utility back Andy Ellis.

“We’re back at home this week, so hopefully we can put on a good performance,” Roy says.

The Johnsonville presidents grade and the premier reserves Cripples also suffered Mark Sutton carries the ball forward during Johnsonville’s 50-5 loss to Tawa on heavy defeats to Tawa.

Saturday.

Wellington North Open impresses again Wellington North Badminton has hosted another successful Wellington North Open over the weekend of 1-2 August. Despite the impacts of COVID-19, this pinnacle event for Wellington North Badminton has made history on two fronts.

The biggest tournament in Central Region for the last 10 years with 74 players entered from all around the country.

The event was also live-streamed for the first time ever on Facebook Live, for The North Wellington Badminton Open continued to selected matches of the semi-finals, and all main draw matches of the finals. This show how succesful event it is, earlier this month.

Covid property update Hey Everyone, What a way to be awoken late at night by the TXT alert that we are back in Level 2 Lockdown.

With a bit of luck, by the time this is published we will have some positive progress and news that this won’t continue to get out of hand. Let’s all hope for the development of a positive outlook.

Already, within 12 hours of the announcement, my inbox and phone has been ringing non-stop with people asking how this will affect them.

For now, in terms of the property market, moving to level 2 will not cause any significant disruptions when buying or selling. However under Level 2 you should expect; • Contact Tracing – It is standard procedure with us that we digitally and instantly collect contact information from all buyers that go through a property, so that the seller knows at any one time who and when people have come through.

• Viewings – Viewing properties is 100% still possible, but I would recommend that you arrange private viewings where possible, to ensure effective social distancing.

• Open Homes – In theory we are back to level 1 for the next open homes However if level 2 extends, we will still have multiple agents at busy open homes to manage the process. As we have been welcoming 150 - 200+ people to some of our open homes in the last month, multiple supervising agents will support the well-being of buyers and the sellers living there.

• Offering on properties – This week we have had many property deadlines closing, and at the time of writing this we are still receiving offers. So, you are still able to make offers, sell houses, etc.

Just keep in mind that this announce-

ment may affect the lending process, so expect some delays with banks. Now, more than ever, it would be a great idea to engage a mortgage broker to consider multiple lenders.

• Settlements – We have many properties settling this week. Settlements will still go ahead.

• Cold/Flu/Covid Symptoms – This should go without saying, but if you are feeling unwell you should stay home.

We will enforce this with all our staff / agents at all viewings.

In next week’s article we will have a better idea of how the market has responded. In the meantime, please download and use the contact tracing app and be considerate to others.

If you are concerned about your property situation, both buying and selling and you want to have a discussion in more detail, feel free to get in touch. I would love to hear from you, to hopefully give you some direction and advice specific to your situation.

Stay safe out there and catch you all here next week!

Written by William YIP Your friend in Real Estate 021 106 9997 William.YIP@CollectiveFN.co.nz

has continued to build the profile and audience for badminton both regionally and nationally.

The event has attracted talents from across the country, with 3/4 seed Jasmonjot Virk (WKO) overcoming second seed Avinash Shastri (WN) over a tightly contested semi-finals, winning 15-21, 21-14, 21-16; Whilst top seed Luke Falvey (WN) managed to maintain his dominance, taking out 3/4 seed Winson Wong (WEL) winning in straight games 21-17, 21-18. However, Jasmanjot managed to maintain his

winning momentum to taking out the title of Wellington North Open Men’s Singles champion after a close encounter against Luke, winning 21-18, 21-19.

Wellington North’s top woman player Caragh Alley, (also top seed in the tournament) across all 3 events (WS, WD and XD) had a good day at the office over the weekend and was triple crowned, taking out the title of Women’s Singles Champion, Women’s Doubles Champions with partner Michelle Au (HB) and Mixed Doubles Champions with partner Luke Falvey (WN).

James makes good on second chance

By Jacob Page

Tawa prop James Cockburn has made the most of his second chance, he just hoped he’s kept his wife happy at the same time.

James won TV Three and 2 Degrees show 2nd Chance Charlie late last week.

The 27-year-old father of three’s prize was a 12 week training stint with Super Rugby franchise the Hurricanes and $10,000. “[The money] helps considering I’m going to be away a lot and have been away from my family a lot during this process “Hopefully it softens the blow for my wife and keeps her happy.”

He will undertake his 12 weeks with the Hurricanes during their preseason in November.

James says his win was a total surprise “I was in shock, I wasn’t expecting to win, I was hoping to win.

“I had to hold my son to dry my eyes.

“The real prize is the 12 weeks with the Hurricanes and now I need to focus on what I need to do to ensure

Ta w a p r o p James Cockburn has been named the winner of 2nd Chance Charlie.

I’m in the best shape possible for that.

“It’s all I’m thinking about and what may come of that opportunity following it.

“I want to take my game to the next level.

“I don’t want to disappoint it.”

He says his trademark moustache is not going anywhere.

“That’s staying put,” he says. “That’s locked in.”

James is a firefighter and part-time builder and he says he’s still working out

how to balance all three.

“Family will always come first but then it’s balancing work and rugby.

“I’m taking my kids with me when I’m going for runs so I’m trying to keep them involved and keep my wife happy.”

He said the show was a great experience.

“It’s been an amazing experience for us rugby battlers and I hope there will be another season for the next group of guys to get an opportunity.”

Thursday August 13, 2020

SPORT

23

SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Brown cannot afford to be a bust The Warriors signing of Nathan Brown typifies the lost nature of the club at present.

Despite a gutsy win over an inept Manly on Friday, the team is often lost on the field and they are lost off it.

Brown is a close friend of Warriors recruitment manager Peter O’Sullivan and having earlier ruled himself out of negotiations he has now been signed on a three-year deal.

Brown, 47, is self-described as

a career coach but his time at a rebuilding Newcastle Knights was less than stellar.

His record was 94 games, 24 wins, 1 draw, 69 losses and while the Warriors aren’t in a full-blown rebuild, they’re nowhere near title contenders.

Brown clearly had no problem being the back-up option after interim-Warriors coach Todd Peyton was the man in demand until he pulled out due to family medical grounds.

The prospect of rugby league guru Gus Gould coming onboard is a positive if he can relate to the players.

The Warriors cannot get out of their own way and they tend to create their own PR disasters.

Another one happened this week when veteran halfback Blake Green headed to Newcastle after ownership said publicly several months ago he wasn’t wanted next year.

Green’s departure has annoyed

the Warriors however, a more professional club would not have revealed their hand so early.

Green had no choice once he knew he was on a team that did not want him.

The players left battling in Australia now have a face-saving mission on their hands for 2020.

All but extinct are their finals chances, many of those left are now playing for contracts.

It’s been impressive the impact of the loan players from other clubs.

Jack Hetherington in particular has shown many young Warriors forwards the hard-edge they need to be a forward every week in the NRL. Having said that, his coat hanger tackle on the weekend should have seen him sent off for the game.

The Warriors now think they have a super team in Brown and Gould, only time will tell if that is a reality.

Fact is, after years of mediocrity, the only way is up.

Midway point sees goals galore

By Grant Stephen

The football season may have had a delayed start this year but the first round in the Men’s Central League has been and gone in a heartbeat. After nine of 18 rounds completed, there are two clear title contenders with perhaps a surprise outsider to challenge the dominance of Miramar Rangers and Western Suburbs.

At the other end of the table, tarot cards and tea leaves would be equally as likely to work out which side will be walking the plank to relegation in early October.

The last match of the weekend between Western Suburbs playing at home to Miramar was the most keenly sought after result by the pundits.

Going into the game, a superior goal difference was the only measurement separating the two sides who were locked on 21 points each compared with Petone on seven points, Stop Out and Wairarapa United on 8 and North Wellington on nine points at the other end of the spectrum.

It looked like both teams would be leaving Endeavour Park with a point each but an Andy Bevin Goal in the 69th minute ultimately proved the winner for Miramar Rangers and the table on Sunday afternoon showed Miramar on 24 points and Wests on 21.

At Wakefield Park, Wellington Olympic and North Wellington squared off on Saturday afternoon in both the Men’s Premier and Central League competitions, the 1.30pm kick off in the Premier League was full of promise and didn’t disappoint.

The sides were evenly matched and both had their chances.

The match ultimately ended in the most boring of score lines possible at nil all, but that did not detract from a match that could have been turned on its head at any moment.

Third placed Olympic could perhaps have expected a little more and the Newlands Arms

North Wellington side was no doubt happy to bring a point home to Johnsonville.

The match of the day had a lot of spice in it as is often the case at Wakefield 2.

New World Newlands North Wellington drew first blood at the three-minute mark when young Jesse Randall capped off a slick team move from Norths and in a piece of split second timing, got the better of the Olympic keeper, won the race for the ball by the narrowest of margins and calmly slotted it into the back of the net.

Just 13 minutes later, Tom Jackson smashed the equaliser in emphatic fashion from outside the penalty area and it was truly game on.

The war of attrition waged on and on throughout the first half and most of the second.

The match however eventually swung Olympic’s way with 10 minutes to go when Jackson struck again with a forceful drive Jesse Randall scores North Wellington's goal against Wellington Olympic on Saturday. Photo Glyn Badcock. down the right hand flank that released another screamer that was goal bound the moment that ball connected with foot.

Playing with 10 men for the last 20 minutes after yet another double yellow card infringement did not help matters for Norths and this ultimately stretched their defence once too often.

Game over and 2-1 to Olympic.

In other matches in the Men’s Central League, late bloomers Waterside Karori made it a threepeat at home when they dispatched Wairarapa United 3-1, Stop Out would be well happy with their 2-2 draw with Napier and Lower Hutt had too much class for Petone, winning the match by a solid 5-0.

The North Wellington women couldn’t bring home the bacon in their top tier matches.

The Innkeeper W League side shipped 6 goals in their loss to Palmerston North Marist while the Innkeeper Women’s Premier side battled very hard but could not deny top of the table Welling- Zenia Kupidura shoots for goal for North Wellington against Palmerston North Marist on Saturday. ton United their 2-0 win.

Photo: Glyn Badcock.

24

Thursday August 8, 2020

Thursday August 13, 2020

Mitre 10 CrOFtON DOWNS

WiNter NeeDS SOrteD

LOW PriCe

PAINT CENTRE We are now stocking Wattyl paint for the Trade

$

329

CrOFtON DOWNS Dimplex Alta Alta Top Outlet Panel Heater 2kW 2kW heat output Adjustable digital thermostat Silent operation 279476

$

14

297052

LOW PriCe

$

229

goldair Bathroom Heater 2.4kW White Easy-mount bracket Pull cord switch Two safety cut-outs

98

goldair Upright Fan Heater 2.4kW 2 Year Warranty Settings: 2 Heat & 1 Fan Overheat Protection & Tip-Over Switch 349234

121623

Not all of our Essential p via Meo Karen Walker Masks WaS $19 NOW

299

187782

2025

Filter Replaceable filters ( 3 pack )

Karen Walker Masks WaS $89 NOW

4999

$

Gift pack Classic

OR

LOW PriCe

$

14

109

goldair Manual Micathermic Heater 1500 Watt Black 2 heat settings Adjustable thermostat Double sided heat Overheat protection Safety tip over switch 297130

Meo

Single Pack

$

99

1139

$

goldair Goldair GD285 20 litre Extracts up to 20 litres per day.

On/Off control Optimum working range 5-35 degrees Celsius.

WaS $149 NOW

$

$

WaS $38 NOW

367137

WaS $129 NOW

Dimplex Collapsible Dehumidifier 10L Extracts 10L per Day Collapsible 4L Tank for Tidy Storage.

Quiet operation.

279466

$

DampRid Hanging Dehumidifier 397g Pack of 3 Lavender vanilla scent.

Pellets absorb excess moisture

Dimplex Micathermic Heater with Electronic Climate Control 2400 Watt Black 2.4kW heat output 24 hour timer.

Electronic climate control.

279480

39

39

WaS $499 NOW

01

349

Kent Micathermic Panel Heater 2000 Watt Large mica-thermic heating element Top vent for quick heat release Adjustable thermostat Wall mountable

$

95

Alta range back in stock

LOW PriCe

$

199

WaS $49.98 NOW

WaS $54.98 NOW

$

LOW PriCe

$

SUPPLYiNG e PrODUCtS NOW!!

Give u

Open more hours for your convenience....

Use your trade account here 7 days per week !!!

LOW PriCe

??

98 ea

Tui Boxed Kindling Approx. 12 litre box, exact contents may vary.

Suitable for use in indoor and outdoor fireplaces and braziers.

goldair Manual Micathermic Heater 2000 Watt 2 heat settings Adjustable thermostat Double sided heat Overheat protection Safety tip over switch 297131

WaS $99.99 NOW

$

4999 ea

Gift pack : Classic $89

Disposable Face Mask Box 50 1 size 3 ply personal protective mask.

Size 17.8 x 9.5cm 913498

280530

get a $50 Store Card for every $500 you spend on

BradfordTM gold insulation

Plus get a $100 store card Browse available products and shop if you get it installed with installation partners.* online today:our www.mitre10.co.nz

your

Installation offers applies to every installation of 100m2 or more. *T&Cs apply. Ends 31 August 2020.

buy Mitre 10 CROFTONto DOWNS

Use ToTo PayPay ForFor Insulation UseYour YourRates Rates Insulat The Wellington Regional Council is offering you an alternative for the purchase and installation of insulation.

The Wellington Regional Council is offering you an alternative for the

purchase installation insulation.

As a ratepayerand you can apply for up toof$3,900 (including with interestpack $38 Filter $19GST). This is paid backSingle over 9 years through your property’s rates. Request a free quote with our installation partner As a ratepayer for upgototo:$3,900 (including GST). This is paid back with interes Installed.

To bookyou yourcan freeapply assessment mitre10.co.nz/insulation-installation

over 9 years through your property’s rates. Request a free quote with our installation partn Installed. To book your free assessment go to: mitre10.co.nz/insulation-installation

T&Cs: To be eligible for this financial assistance you must: Be a ratepayer, be up to date with your rate payments, and have a house built prior to 2000.

online only

Ph: 04 479 8765 Email: cs.cr SEE Full RANgE OF hEATiNg PRODuCTS iN-STORE OR ONliNE. LocaLs supporting LocaLs OFTON DOWNS Mitre 10 128 Churchill Drive - Ph: 04 479 8765 - Email: cs.croftondowns@mitre10.co.nz Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm - Saturday & Sunday: 8:30am - 6:00pm

T&Cs: To be eligible for this financial assistance you must: Be a ratepayer, be up to date with your rate payments, and have a house buil

EARN THEM HERE SPEND THEM HERE TOO

Pay for purchases in part or in full with Airpoints Dollars when you spend $75 or more.

CrOFtON DOWNS