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Exercise Anchorite was carried out by hydrographers from HMNZS Matataua, the Royal New Zealand Navy’s littoral warfare unit.

They conducted the underwater survey of Zealandia Ecosanctuary’s lake to search for submerged hazards and shallows.

Navy hydrographers assist in the creation of accurate seabed, harbour, lake and coastline charts for navigational and military purposes.

They help search for mines, underwater explosives, missing persons, and sunken vessels and aircraft while operating Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and portable echo-sounders.

Using a Zodiac dinghy, the team used a portable multi-beam sonar and a side scan sonar to run back and forth along Zealandia’s lower reservoir lake, which has nearopaque waters and is around 15 metres at its deepest point.

The resulting product, showing depths and underwater hazards such as submerged trees, will assist Zealandia in the use of its electric boat on the lower lake.

The 2025 survey follows on from a Matataua survey and training exercise on the same lake in 2018.

Zealandia recently requested the old survey data, and Matataua offered to revisit, using equipment capable of more accurate surveys.

Zealandia’s Chief Executive Doctor Danielle Shanahan says they were thrilled to welcome the Navy back to map the depths of their lower reservoir.

“We are hopeful the information will provide new insights on how this place has changed since the team was last here in 2018.”

Chief Petty Officer Hydrographic Survey Technician Julie O’Hara, second in command of the team, says they had already planned to conduct survey work in Wellington and this was an opportunity to gain added training in a freshwater environment.

“This is really good for our personnel,” Chief Petty Officer O’Hara says.

“We’re always looking at ways to improve our processes and training.

“You never know where we could be deployed in the world, and while we usually work in salt water, fresh water can be really different. It’s good training for us.”

The multi-beam system, she says, is capable of measuring to around 300-metre depths.

“It’s a bit like mowing a lawn.

“You go up and down your survey area and the multibeam creates a wide swath pattern by emitting multiple acoustic beams.

“When the beams hit the bottom, they reflect back to the transducer.

“As it gets shallower, the swath gets smaller and you need to run more lines to get 100% coverage.”

modern equipment. Photo: Royal New Zealand Navy.

After the multi-beam sweeps, the team switched to a towed side-scan sonar system.

Side-scan sonar is particularly useful for mapping distinct submerged objects.

Like angled sunlight, the sonar pulses strike an object on an angle, creating both an image and a ‘shadow’ on the screen that allows the operator to view its shape and height.

For those eagerly awaiting the final electoral boundaries to be announced, the wait is over. The geographical heart of the old Ōhāriu electorate, Khandallah, Johnsonville and Newlands, are all now in different electorates, being Wellington North, Keneperu, and Hutt South, respectively. Newlands is even divided in half by Newlands Road and Bracken Road.

I recently hosted a meeting which included local property developers and representatives from the City and Regional Councils. The background for the meeting was the need to ensure all providing more housing in our electorate, whether it be those building them or those regulating and permitting that building, understand the issues which govern the ability to build the houses everyone agrees we need.

At least by renaming the old Wellington Central seat Wellington North, it does recognise that the old Ōhāriu seat makes up a significant portion of the new seat; and by including Karori and Kelburn, the traditional three K’s as they have been collectively known, are now all together, changing the demographic and look of the new seat considerably.

I recently hosted a meeting which included local property developers and representatives from the City and Regional Councils. The background for the meeting was the need to ensure all people involved in providing more housing in our electorate, whether it be those building them or those regulating and permitting that building, understand the issues which govern the ability to build the houses everyone agrees we need.

There are essentially two types of development; greenfields and brownfields. Greenfields means building on currently undeveloped land, typically ex farmland on the edges of current urban areas, where infrastructure like sewers, water supply and other essential services don’ usually built by the developer.

Brownfields development means rebuilding on existing sites, and there has been considerable discussion in recent times around how much intensification should be allowed in existing suburbs, especially changing apartments.

Both have their advantages and disadvantages; the Regional Council in particular see their role to prevent more

ensure they give good service to the old Ōhāriu, as the good folk of this area deserve a continuation of the service they receive now through my office or by being able to find and approach me around the electorate, my presence usually announced by my wee red Austin, affectionately known as ‘Little

runoff and other material ending up in our harbours, especially the Porirua harbour in the case of development north of Johnsonville and Newlands. The Wellington City Council are concerned that the existing infrastructure cannot handle the pressure it comes under when new housing areas are developed. Existing infrastructure is aging and needs upgrading across our city, as evidenced by recent pipe failures. An advantage of intensification of existing areas means more people, therefore more ratepayers to pay for those upgrades.

I am frequently asked what I will do now; I will be more careful in that release than I was this week when asked by the media which way I was leaning, as far as which seat I will stand in. I very unwisely said I wasn’t leaning but was happy, after a recent injury, “to be standing firmly erect at the moment”. Even after a career dealing with media, we are all allowed one

Developers of course need to make a profit, nce costs as low as possible. Many believe the Resource We as government for our part have undertaken to The feedback was good, but the success will demand. That is certainly my

So, what difference will this make? It will depend on the MP elected to represent these areas, but it is significant each of the suburbs I mentioned is on the edge of their electorate and will struggle to get the presence and attention I know I have been able to give. Whatever happens, I will be persuading the new MPs to

Both have their advantages and disadvantages; the Regional Council in particular see their role to prevent more

Developers of course need to make a profit, and wish to keep their compliance costs as low as possible. Many believe the Resource Management Act is too cumbersome. We as government for our part have undertaken to rewrite that act. The feedback was good, but the success will be when there are sufficient affordable houses to meet demand. That is certainly my goal as your MP.

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Seriously, the answer is I’m very keen to continue to use and build on the skills I have learned here in Ōhāriu, and the best way to do that is to remain an MP where I can best do that. Because there is a lot that needs doing, especially in the areas of health, housing, jobs, and of course, the cost

That, and of course having a vibrant and functioning Johnsonville Shopping Centre we can all be proud of.

There’s plenty to be getting on with.

The Royal New Zealand Navy’s littoral warfare unit, HMNZS Matataua, mapping Zealandia’s lower reservoir lake using more

Venomous spider now in Karori

By Frank Neill

The venomous Noble Widow Spider is now in Karori.

The Noble Widow, Steatoda nobilis, was first seen in New Zealand in November last year, when it was spotted in Porirua, and it has since spread to other areas.

It was recently found in Karori by Karori-based pest controller Darren Labrum of Exit Pest Ltd.`

A few days before he saw the Noble Widow, Darren had been looking at it in industry publications.

“I was doing a traditional spider spray and came across this funny looking web,” he says.

“It looked like a tunnel.

“So I gave it a squirt to flush it out” and out it came – a Noble Widow Spider.

Now, Darren says, “you are probably going to get more and more sightings.”

Although venomous, Noble Widow spiders are neither as aggressive as the White Tail spider, nor do their bites tend to result in as significant symptoms as the White Tail.

The symptoms of a Noble Widow bite are typically similar to a bee or wasp sting.

However, the bite of Steatoda nobilis, along with others in its genus, can also produce a set of symptoms known as steatodism – intense pain radiating from the bite site, along with feverishness or general malaise.

Other symptoms observed in humans after include prolonged, moderate to intense pain, swelling, erythema, piloerection, diaphoresis, facial flushing, vasodilation of capillaries localised near the site of the bite.

Anaphylactic shock has also been reported in some cases.

There are also reports of more severe reactions to suspected noble false widow bites.

In November 2006, it was reported that a man spent three days in Dorset County Hospital in the United Kingdom with symptoms of heart seizure, which the doctor attributed to a Noble Widow spider bite.

Bacterial ulceration, a common risk arising from many minor injuries, may be a complication relating to the bite of Steatoda nobilis. Without proper treatment, this issue may develop into life-threatening gangrene or sepsis.

The Noble Widow Spider appears to be thriving in urban environments, particularly around gardens and outdoor furniture. It is most often found under plant pots, tarpaulin and in fence crevices, while males are seen at night on exterior walls or the ground.

Suspected sightings of this spider can be freely uploaded to https://inaturalist.nz and this helps researchers discover the extent of the invasion.

Originally from the Canary Islands and Madeira, the Noble Widow has become well established in Europe, North and South America and now New Zealand.

Malaysian food fair coming

By Frank Neill

The Malaysian ‘Street Food’ Fair 2025 comes to Johnsonville on Saturday 20 September.

The fair will be held at the Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmore Avenue, and runs from 11:30am to 2:30pm.

A vibrant community event, it will celebrate Malaysia Day.

The fair is organised by the New Zealand

Malaysian Society.

“Whether you're craving a taste of home or curious to explore something new, this is your chance to experience a variety of authentic, home-cooked Malaysian dishes,” the organisers say.

“Everyone is welcome to come, eat, connect and celebrate the diverse flavours and warmth of our culture.

“Your presence goes beyond enjoying great

food.

“By attending, you’re supporting local Malaysian cooks and small food businesses; fundraising efforts for future community events; and inclusive gatherings like picnics, lucky draws and other public celebrations that bring people together.” The fair is currently accepting vendor applications and people can register an interest at https://shorturl.at/Yk6T7. Vendor applications are open until 22 August.

Free lunches

Free lunches are available every Tuesday at the Newlands Community Centre.

The free lunches are served at noon and are available to anyone in the Newlands area.

Each Tuesday volunteers cook a free hearty soup from ingredients provided by New World Newlands.

People can arrive at the community centre from 11am for a cup of tea and a chat.

The community centre asks people who are new attendees to email them at newlandscc@wcc.govt.nz, so they can make sure there is enough food for them.

A Noble Widow Spider. Photo: Supplied.

Latest NZCT grants

By Frank Neill

Four organisations that operate in the “Independent Herald” circulation area were recipients of grants in the latest round of the New Zealand Community Trust’s disbursements.

The Capital Kiwi Trust Board was provided with $10,000 for accoustic recorders.

Life Education Trust North Wellington was granted $5,000 towards a salary.

Newlands College was granted $5,000 for travel and accommodation.

The Onslow Cricket Club was granted $5,000 for playing uniforms.

The trust disbursed $175,584.84 in the latest round of funding, announced on 5 August.

One gaming venue in the “Independent Herald”’s circulation area contributed to these grants – The Pickle Jar in Karori. It was one of 17 gaming venues in the greater Wellington region that contributed.

Safe behaviour around trains

Greater Wellington Councillors and Metlink officials joined the Minister for Rail Winston Peters at Parliament on 11 August to officially launch Rail Safety Week.

At the launch they advocated for safe behaviour on and around trains.

Organised by TrackSAFE Foundation NZ and KiwiRail, Rail Safety Week 2025 is raising awareness of the critical safety risks associated with trespassing in the rail corridor, with the message to “Stay Off Stay Safe”.

The campaign is a reminder that the only safe crossing is at a designated railway level crossing, Metlink Group Manager Samantha Gain says.

“Level crossings are specifically designed to ensure the safety of pedestrians, cyclists,

vehicles, and those on board our services,” she says.

“Last year there were 642 recorded trespassing incidents into the rail corridor, and approximately 60 of these were near misses involving pedestrians.

“These near misses are not only extremely dangerous for the pedestrians but can also be very distressing for locomotive engineers and railway staff.

“We ask that for the wellbeing of all, pedestrians ensure they only use designated crossings, to keep themselves and others safe.”

The rail corridor is a high-risk environment, says TrackSAFE Board of Trustees Member and Greater Wellington’s Programme Director for Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa

Kairangi (formerly known as RiverLink) Fiona Abbott.

“The railway tracks and surrounding areas (the rail corridor) typically extend five metres on either side of the tracks.

“With this campaign, we want to remind everyone that railway tracks and surrounding areas are environments where unauthorised access can have tragic consequences.

“These corridors, as well as railway bridges, tunnels, and yards, are off-limits to the public, for good reasons – to prevent avoidable injuries and fatalities,” Fiona says.

TrackSAFE is jointly funded by KiwiRail, Metlink, NZ Transport Agency, Transdev Wellington, Auckland One Rail, Auckland Transport, John Holland, Stantec and Downer.

A level crossing, the only safe place to cross train tracks. Photo: KiwiRail.

Great athletics coach remembered

Seven hundred mourners gave popular teacher and athletics coach Neville Paul a rousing send-off at at a memorial service held at Wellington College on 10 August.

Neville, who taught at Wellington College for more than 30 years, died on 2 August when about to return from the New Zealand Cross Country Championships in Christchurch, where he had been supporting, among others, one of his up and coming premier young athletes.

He fostered the athletics careers of many young men, including a great many from the northern and western suburbs.

He was especially active as a track and field coach during his time at Wellington College where he was known throughout the secondary school athletics community for his fine Wellington College team performances on track and cross country.

Neville taught Physical Education, Science and Physics, bringing energy, clarity and a genuine care for his students into every lesson.

At the memorial service there was, amid shock and sadness at his sudden passing, also laughter at his trademark sayings, constant optimism when it came to problem-solving, and unique ability to bring out the very best in young athletes.

Family, friends, teaching colleagues and former pupils gathered in the Alan Gibbs Centre at Wellington College to remember an extraordinary, resilient character with an innate skill at making everyone feel welcome as he set about developing athletic talent, going beyond just teaching and coaching – often in his own free time.

College old boys Paralympian gold medal-

Paul.

list Tim Prendergast and marathon champion Ben Ruthe both paid tribute to Neville Paul's early contribution to their successful careers. Former Wellington College headmaster Roger Moses led the memorial service and said all three school communities where Neville taught – Rongotai, Newlands and Wellington Colleges – will all feel the great loss.

Acorn Stairlifts commended by Arthritis Foundation

As people enjoy longer lives and wish to remain living independently at home, the demand for domestic stairlifts continues to grow.

As an example of Acorn’s commitment to excellence and safety, they are proud their products have earned the prestigious Ease of Use Commendation from the Arthritis Foundation.

This commendation is only awarded to companies whose products have passed rigorous testing proving they are easy to use for people with arthritis.

They are the only stairlift company in the world to earn the prestigious Ease of Use Commendation from the Foundation.

All Acorn Stairlifts are easy to use,

easy to maintain, and all feature the very best in design, engineering and safety. There are additional features built in to keep you safe and provide a smooth ride around the curves of your stairs.

Acorn Stairlifts are innovative on every level, making Acorn the safest alternative for staircase use in every home.

Staying in the home you love is one of the main reasons people purchase an Acorn Stairlift.

It is a simple truth that staying in your own home gives you a sense of stability, safety and independence. An important aspect of this is being able to move around freely and easily, without worry, pain, or struggle.

So why let getting up and down stairs keep you from fully enjoying your home?

Your home is your refuge, where you entertain, welcome family and friends or simply relax. Your home is also where you live your life, and the place you call your own.

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Neville

Photo: Supplied.

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Big rise in extreme rainfall ahead

Under a high emissions scenario extreme rainfall from cyclones could rise by up to 35% across the southwest Pacific, Earth Sciences New Zealand and the University of Waikato have found.

This includes ex-tropical cyclones impacting Aotearoa New Zealand.

Researchers used the latest climate change projections released last year by Earth Sciences NZ (then NIWA) with the Ministry for the Environment.

Study lead and climate scientist Dr Peter Gibson says they simulated more than 1,800 years of data from different climate models and levels of greenhouse gas emissions.

"We wanted to assess how the frequency and severity of tropical cyclones in the southwest Pacific may change by the end of the century,” he says.

“Under the full range of climate scenarios examined there was an increase in tropical cyclone rainfall.

“This was proportional to the rate of emissions, with the most pronounced rise in extreme rainfall occurring under the highest emissions."

"If that scenario plays out, we can expect around 30 to 35% more extreme rainfall during tropical cyclones than we experience today.

“Even under the best-case scenario, we will still see an increase proportional to the warming experienced. Extreme windspeeds are also likely to increase, but not to the same extent.

"The more greenhouse gases that are emitted, the higher temperatures get, with a high emissions scenario representing around a 3°C increase by the end of the century.

“A warmer atmosphere holds more water, so when storms develop, they have access to more water vapour that can be released as heavier rainfall.

“And while the model simulations didn’t show an overall increase in the total number of cyclones by the end of the century, there is compelling evidence that the strongest (category 4 and above) will become more frequent."

Until now, most projections of tropical cyclones have relied on global climate models, which have a relatively low spatial resolution.

This work refines those models to a regional scale that can zoom in closer and get a much more accurate picture.

These findings, published in the “Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres”, are consistent with other studies around the world, highlighting the potential for more intense tropical cyclones and heavier rainfall in the future, Dr Gibson says.

This indicates increasing risks for vulnerable communities across the southwest Pacific and New Zealand.

"It’s clear that if we reduce emissions, we reduce warming, and we mitigate the worst impacts of severe weather events.

“As computing capabilities improve, newer, high-resolution models will become available to create even more accurate and reliable long term climate projections of cyclones and their impacts.

“More research is being undertaken by Earth Sciences NZ into specific weather and climate hazards in the projections, to provide clarity on the future climate New Zealanders are likely to face in the decades to come."

Community support needed

Age Concern Wellington Region has launched its annual appeal, calling on the community to support the growing number of older people across the region who rely on their vital services.

With a 30% increase in the number of seniors in the region over the past decade, demand for Age Concern’s services is soaring.

Each week, the organisation supports more than 1,200 older people through programmes that promote wellbeing, reduce loneliness and help older Wellingtonians stay connected and confident in their communities.

“We believe ageing should be marked by dignity and connection,” says Stephen Opie, Age Concern Wellington Region CEO.

“But right now, demand is outpacing our resources.

“We’re asking the public to back us so we can keep reaching our region’s seniors.”

The annual appeal comes at a crucial time. The charitable sector is struggling, with a reduction in government funding leading to increased demand on traditional grant funding channels.

In the face of tough economic conditions, Age Concern has already had to close one service and reduce hours for two others.

“This isn’t sustainable,” Stephen says.

“If we want to keep supporting older people now and in the years to come we need help from our community.”

One of Age Concern’s most recognised initiatives is the Visitor Service, a volunteer visiting service that matches older people with regular companionship – something many seniors say helps them feel seen, heard and valued. It’s just one example of the deep, human impact made possible through donations.

“Every dollar makes a difference,” Stephen says.

“Together, we can create a future where ageing is something to be celebrated – not feared.”

To learn more or to donate visit www. acwellington.org.nz/aged-to-perfection.

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Kete collections at local libraries

Wellington City Libraries has kete collections – collections of books available for people or groups to borrow.

Book clubs

“If your book club’s looking for new titles to read and share, and you can’t get enough copies of the book, check out our Book Club kete,” Wellington Libraries says.

“Each kete has 10 copies of a popular title, are free to borrow and available on a first-come, firstserved basis.

“You can borrow one kete at a time for six weeks, allowing plenty of time for reading and discussion.”

A book club member is responsible for checking out and returning the entire kete so it’s ready for the next book club to use.

They are also responsible for any replacement costs for lost kete items or a damaged/lost kete set.

Book Club kete can be found at these libraries: Te Awe (CBD), Te Māhanga Karori and Te TakapŪ o Patukawenga Mervyn Kemp (Tawa)

Te reo Māori

“Our te reo kete hold a selection of resources to enjoy with your whānau while you begin your te reo and tikanga Māori journey together,” Wellington Libraries says.

“As well as pukapuka about te reo words and grammar, an introduction to the concept of tikanga and bilingual picture books, you’ll find a kēmu/card game, information about the Wellington City Council’s Mahau app, colouring pages, pepeha activity sheets, recommended reading list and more.”

Some resources have been made available with permission from Twinkle, Te Reo Club and the Wellington Museum.

Borrowing conditions are the same as for the general book kete.

Te reo kete are available from Waitohi Johnsonville, Te Māhanga Karori, Te Takapū o Patukawenga Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) and Te Awe (CBD) Libraries.

For more information visit https:// www.wcl.govt.nz/collections/special-collections/.

Victoria open day to draw thousands

More than 5,000 high school students and their caregivers are registered to attend Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington’s largest Open Day, taking place on Friday 22 August.

The event offers prospective students a chance to attend sample lectures, explore the University’s campuses, and get a feel for life as a student in the capital.

Local retail, hospitality and tourism businesses are also getting involved, offering discounts and giveaways to

visitors.

Iconic Wellington landmarks will be lit up green to mark the occasion, contributing to what is shaping up to be a city-wide celebration.

Director of Marketing and Communications David Lewis says that while attracting prospective students to the open day is a key focus, this year’s event is about showcasing the full Wellington experience.

“With local businesses getting involved and major events like Beervana, the New Zealand International Film

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Festival and Wellington On

A Plate taking place the same weekend, this year’s open day is as much a celebration of the city as it is of the university.

“Victoria University is one of Wellington’s largest employers and our students contribute significantly to the city’s economy and vibrancy.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing all the young people here for open day, exploring their future options and experiencing Wellington.”

In partnership with Accord Group Hotels and Graba -

seat, the university has also provided fantastic travel and accommodation discounts to help bring visitors to the capital.

The event is part of the university’s ongoing efforts to attract and engage prospective students while supporting Wellington and its local businesses.

Open Day 2025 is expected to be one of the largest gatherings of future students in recent years. Registrations remain open for those wishing to attend.

Betty Brown - St Mark’s School

Jayne-Ann Young - Queen Margaret College

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

It is an absolute honour and joy to serve as Te Tumuaki at Hako Māka, Principal of St Mark’s School. I’m particularly passionate about building a culture where aroha, manaakitanga, and achievement go hand-inhand. My purpose is always to help our young people grow into knowledgeable, confident, compassionate leaders.

Known for its sense of whānau, its special character and its commitment to excellence in every aspect of school life, St Mark’s provides strong foundations that help ākonga succeed

in an interconnected world.

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

Website: www.st-marks.school.nz

St Mark’s is proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) from preschool to Year 8. This offers an inquiry-based and concept-driven transdisciplinary model of learning and teaching, supported by a strong understanding of how students learn.

Learn more at St Mark’s Open Day, Sunday 24 August, 1pm - 3pm, or contact us now for a personalised tour.

Email: enrol@st-marks.school.nz

A section of the Te Reo Māori Kete collection. Photo: Supplied.

A scene from last year’s Victoria University Open Day. Photo: Supplied.

Local history – Ngaio and Ōhariu

By Felicity Wong

Ngaio was named in 1908. Before then it was called Crofton.

The old road next to the Ngaio Town Hall was called Sawmill Road and it went past Margaret Dommet’s wonderfully restored category 1 historic house “Crofton”.

Margaret cut the cake at last week’s centenary celebrations for the Ngaio Town Hall.

On the site of the hall was a sawmill and under the carpark is the Korimako Stream, now in a concrete culvert.

The stream flooded and swept the sawmill away.

The hall was built on land owned by John Chew of nearby Millwood, Chew Cottage.

The Ngaio Town Hall is a community hall, not actually a town hall as the council wasn’t based there.

The area was covered by the Onslow Borough Council, based at the Khandallah Town Hall.

In 1919 it merged with the Wellington City Council.

From 1923 the local Progressive Association was led by Herbert Cummings, a tireless worker in the public interest for 25 years.

The park and library at Ngaio are named after him.

The site where the hall was built was convenient to road and the railway.

When it was built 100 years ago steam trains ran past on their way to Auckland, until 1937 when a new line and tunnels went direct to Tawa.

The hall’s official opening ceremony was held 100 years ago on 1 August 1925 with the Mayor and locals attending a vaudeville concert.

The residents raised funds and paid off the loan for its construction by paying extra rates, (now a hot button issue of concern).

The hall is of Arts and Crafts style designed by W A Aked, the City Council Architect, with an English looking roof, originally tiled.

The first Ngaio Library was in its annex, which is now used as a kitchen and supper room.

The Town Hall was also the local movie cinema.

The hall became the centre of Ngaio suburban life with regular dances and parties.

A report in Papers Past of a costume party 91 years ago in 1934 records the best dressed prize being awarded to a woman dressed as a hot water bottle and her husband dressed as Jack Frost.

In 1928 the horrors of the First World War were still raw and terrible, so a memorial board was erected to remember 72 young men from Ngaio who fought and returned from the First World War.

Those 72 returned but a further 12 men died and they are specially remembered on an open wooden book at the base of the memorial board.

Clive Sowry, a member of Onslow Historical Society (OHS) put together 100 years of photos and history of the hall for the centenary.

The display of history, early photos and building plans is expected to be displayed at Ngaio Library, and afterwards at the OHS’s rooms at 86 Khandallah Road.

The guest of honour at the recent centenary celebrations was the Hon Peter Dunne CONZM, the MP for the local Ōhariu electorate for 33 years.

Peter Dunne was 30 years old when he was first elected and the youngest MP.

At the time two thirds of the Ōhariu residents were under 35.

He went on to serve from 1984 to 2017, a remarkable achievement.

Peter Dunne left the Labour Party in 1994 and declined to join National, becoming an independent MP.

He won 11 elections. So those running for election this year should seek his advice.

Another special guest at the recent centenary celebrations, was Hon Greg O’Connor, current MP for Ōhariu (2017 to present).

Between the two men Ōhariu has had a long run of community friendly representation.

Last week the Representation Commis-

sion set out the new electorate boundaries reducing the North Island electorates from 49 to 48 and sadly eliminating the Ōhariu electorate.

Two new electorates of Kenepuru and Kāpiti will replace the three existing ones of Ōhariu, Mana and Ōtaki from the 2026 general election.

Kenepuru (formerly Mana) will absorb most of Ōhariu (including Johnsonville). Khandallah, Ngaio and Wadestown will join Wellington Central.

It’s disappointing that Ōhariu is carved up, separating long standing political suburban links but its population has aged with growth drifting north.

Ōhariu MP Greg O’Connor cutting one of the two birthday cakes at the Ngaio Town Hall Centennial. Photo: Supplied.

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Tulips Festival in September and October

Longbush Cottage tulips are ready to dazzle again on the 27 September – 5 October.

A garden for all the seasons, Longbush Cottage near Carterton is particularly splendid in Spring, thanks to the majestic tulip.

Over the past seven years, Luke Gardner has planted thousands of tulips throughout the gardenTulip Festival on the last weekend of September and the first weekend of October a must do.

The festival is an opportunity to stroll through the different garden rooms enjoying colour-themed displays planted in borders and an extensive collection of

pots around the garden. Tulips are treated as border plants and used as part of perennial borders to extend the flowering season rather than as a standard bedding plant.

There will also be pots of tulips available to buy, ranging from $40 to $150, along with a selection of cottage garden plants (cash sales only).

Luke too will also be in the garden all weekend, on hand to answer questions about the tulips.

Longbush Cottage, 1023 Longbush Road, Carterton. $15 at the gate - Eftpos and cash available onsite at the Tulip Festival.

Finding out about the life and times in the early Wairarapa

Find out about Will iam Hastwell, the man who got Wairarapa mov ing, in our new exhibition. What must it have been like to make sure the mail got through the hazardous ranges through rivers and howling winds?

Our recently installed exhibition tells the story of how he built the biggest transport business in the lower North Island in the late 1800s.

You can see the original stables and the cobbles that were the foundation of his business and get your photo taken in the Glass Coach or the replica stagecoach.

The history really does come alive at Cobblestones but why not also bring a picnic to enjoy in our extensive gardens.

Explore the old one classroom school, the original church, built and shared by all the different denominations, the tiny cottage that was home to a family with ten children.

Find out about shearing and the first flocks of sheep in the 170 year old woolshed. You can even ride the 1955 Fire Engine on open days. Enjoy experiencing our New Zealand Heritage.

Cobblestones is part of the famous Festival of Christmas in Greytown, an ideal place for a cosy winter weekend.

To find out about special events, open days, and winter opening hours check Cobblestones Facebook page or our website www.cobblestonesmuseum.org.nz.

Greytown Butchery knows how to win awards –sausages are their specialty

Established in 1873, Greytown Butch ery is still operating in the same historic building and keeping old butchering traditions alive.

It’s no wonder they con sistently win awards with their multi-award winning sausages, having so far clocked up 25 awards in the last 18 years.

Greytown Butchery has recently won their 25th award at the annual Great New Zealand Sausage Competition. Ironic ally it was the Sausage Competition’s 25th year running.

Feed ’em up Friday

Watercress ’n’ doughboy boilup. Fry bread. 5.30pm onwards.

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Artisan butcher Gavin Green and Julie Fairbrother, have trans formed this iconic and popular business into a gourmet, European-styled butchery. It prides itself on top quality cuts with exceptional service to match.

Remember to bring your chilly bin with you next time for your goods –there’s always plenty to choose from!

Greytown Butchery have also marked the Butchery Building’s 150th year, with its establishment when Greytown Butchery first opened, by original owner, Sam Haigh.

Craft and garments at the Wool Shed Museum

If you want to know what’s made New Zealand a great agricultural country you can learn so much about it by visiting the National Museum of Sheep and Shearing in Masterton.

The complex is housed in two authentic old wool sheds trucked in from local farms, plus a newly constructed gallery building – full of sheep farm gear, including shearing and wool handling equipment.

You’ll find displays describing the history of sheep farming and its

importance to our nation. For many years New Zealand was said to “live off the sheep’s back.” Demonstrations are held about spinning and weaving on Wednesday mornings and by arrangement. See the history of spinning from ancient times and our collection of spinning wheels. See our shop with its wide range of wool garments, footwear, sheepskin rugs, lanolin cosmetics, gift items, kids’ stuff and souvenirs. We are a visitor attraction of international quality.

• Shearing and farming memorabilia plus types of wool and their uses.

• The story of shearing – its beginnings and how it became an international sport.

• The history of sheep farming.

• Live shearing demonstrations for groups arranged with prior notice.

• Spinning and weaving demonstrations on Wednesdays or by arrangement.

• Wool garments and souvenirs.

Council spending out of control

“Wellington doesn’t need another glossy wish list. It needs leadership that delivers,” Mayoral candidate Diane Calvert says in her “The Wellington Plan”, which she announced on 8 August.

“People are clear: rates are too high and Council spending is out of control,” she says.

“My plan is simple, focused, and ready to deliver: fix what’s broken, protect what matters, and grow Wellington affordably and effectively.”

The plan “sets out five priorities that anchor Wellington’s future and get the city working again,” Cr Calvert says.

“This isn’t about chasing the next big idea.

“It’s about delivering what’s overdue: roads, pipes and reliable community services.

“Yes, the Mayor has only one vote. But with strong public backing and a clear plan, the Mayor can lead a culture shift – focusing Council on delivery, not delay.

“I will use the platform to drive consensus, restore affordability and rebuild confidence in local government.

“My Five Anchors – Priorities for a Working Wellington,” Cr Calvert says are:

1. reset the budget;

2. fix the essentials;

3. build connected communities;

4. restore trust in the Council; and 5. be open for business and bold ideas.

Cr Calvert has long lists of what she would aim to achieve as Mayor under each of the five “anchors”.

Under the “reset the budget” heading Cr Calvert says she will “respect the ratepayer, prioritise spending, rein in costs and redirect investment to what matters.”

She will:

• “Make affordability of rates a leading

principle, noting that 16% of Wellingtonians say they do not have enough money to meet everyday needs.

• “Focus budgets on essential services such as roads, waste and community spaces while maximising every dollar.

• “Reduce the next year’s budget by 5%.

• “Provide Wellingtonians with choices on any proposed rate increases, offering two to three clear options with trade-offs explained.

• “Be competitive on our rates, fees and growth results with Auckland and Christchurch which are currently significantly lower.

• “Target the two biggest long-term cost drivers – social housing and water – which together are forecast to cost ratepayers over $1.5 billion over the next decade. These must

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be managed with a laser focus on value and partnerships.”

She says she will cut the cost and scale of the Courtenay Place upgrade by 50%, saving approximately $25 million, and stop gold plated projects like a $563,00 bike rack and moving a bus stop for $1.4 million.

Cr Calvert also plans a “smarter, more flexible approach” to social housing to save $300 million, a third of the current 10-year budget.

She will work with the affordable housing sector and government to deliver the upgrades.

Under the “fix the essentials” heading Cr Calvert says she will “fix, maintain and upgrade core infrastructure – roads, water, waste, and public spaces.”

She will get a clear three-year plan to fix roads, footpaths and public spaces so residents know what is coming and when and will rebuild a City Engineering Team that will lead to smarter onfrastructure and better oversight.

Cr Calvert says she will “pause the planned inefficient organic collection service (up to $22 million for capital plus ongoing operational costs of approximately $7 million per annum) until there is an affordable regional proposal.”

And she will “ensure Metro Water delivers

real value for ratepayers by improving service reliability and controlling future cost increases.”

Under the “restore trust in the Council” heading she says she will:

• replace box-ticking consultation with real conversations and listening as 48% of Wellingtonians do not have confidence in Council decision making;

• be upfront about costs, risks and timeframes of major decisions;

• publish regular, plain-language updates on Council performance with what is working, what is delayed, how we compare to other cities and what is being fixed; and

• give communities more say in their neighbourhood’s future.

Under the heading “open for business, building and bold ideas” she will “reduce red tape, attract investment and support affordable growth.”

Cr Calvert would also “develop a clear, authentic ‘Wellington Story’ that reflects who we are and where we’re heading.

“This will be used to support the attraction of new residents, businesses and investment without relying on gimmicks or glossy branding.”

Cr Calvert’s full Welington Plan is on the Diane Calvert - Wellington Mayoral Candidate Facebook page.

New Zealander of the Year nominations open

Nominations for the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa are now open.

These awards honour people who use their passion to make Aotearoa New Zealand a better place.

“We’ve backed the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa for over 15 years now,” says Kiwibank Chief Executive Steve Jurkovich.

“At Kiwibank, our purpose is Kiwi making Kiwi better off, and what better way to celebrate those leaders who are moving Aotearoa forward to a better future.

“These awards reflect the very best of who we are as a country, and that’s exactly why we continue to back the people and the communities making Kiwi better off.”

The awards recognise a diverse range of people making a difference and nominations, which close on 24 August, can be made at nzawards.org.nz.

Six awards are made to individuals in the following categories:

• Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa;

Mātātahi o te Tau;

• Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātapuputu o te Tau;

• Tower New Zealand Local Hero of the Year Te Pou Toko o te Tau;

• 2degrees New Zealand Innovator of the Year Te Pou Whakairo o te Tau; and

• New Zealand Sustainability Leader of the Year Te Toa Taiao o te Tau.

The Mitre 10 New Zealand Community of the Year Ngā Pou Whirinaki o te Tau is available for duos and groups.

Nominations will be rigorously evaluated by regional and national judging panels which include sector leaders, independent experts, community leaders and representatives of the awards sponsors.

Tower Local Hero of the Year Medal recipients are awarded throughout November.

Semi-finalists for the seven award categories will be announced in December, with the top three finalists in each award announced in February 2026.

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

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The winners will be announced in March 2026 at the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Gala in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

Cr Diane Calvert. Photo: Supplied.

GARDENING THIS WEEK AUGUST

Last week I popped into a local garden centre and was taken back on all the new season’s stocks of things that we should be getting organised to do. Spring vegetables and flower seedlings, seed potatoes, asparagus crowns, liliums, strawberry plants, fruit trees and ornamentals to name some of the main lines.

The weather has been not too bad (except for the cold or wet blasts that have passed through) and more importantly the daylight hours are increasing very quickly. The growth is happening and so it is time to get gardening.

Keen gardeners like an early start and by providing any necessary protection for the more tender plants it is time to get cracking. Lets look at a few of the jobs we should be doing.

Seed potatoes can be purchased now to sprout and green up for planting out in a few weeks time. I strongly recommend gardeners to grow a few spuds as home grown taste so much better than any that I have purchased (the exception would be a few commercial growers such in Southland who do still produce good tasting spuds)

Recently I came across a few self sown potatoes when clearing a small garden plot, nice big firm tubers that I cooked for tea that night. I can still taste the lovely flavour and made the comment at the meal table, ‘this is what spuds used to taste like’.

The first thing to do once you get your new seed potatoes home is to lay them out in wooden trays, not quite touching.

To break dormancy they need to

be in a warm situation and if you have a hot water cupboard that is an ideal place to put them, to get the ‘eyes’ moving.

Otherwise just have them in the kitchen and they will soon start to sprout , like the ones you buy to eat.

As soon as this happens, take them outside and place in a protective spot such as under a carport or shrubs. They need good light to ‘green up’ and harden the new shoots.

The area where you are going to plant them should be forked over to loosen the soil, a trench dug about a spade depth and the sub soil forked to loosen.

Place a few sheep manure pellets and a table spoon of gypsum under each seed potato with a little BioPhos.

The new sprouts should be facing upwards and then covered with a little soil. As the new growths come through cover with more soil.

This protects the foliage from late frosts and on days that a frost is likely that evening, you need to ensure that the foliage is protected with a layer of soil.

The continual covering with soil forces the stems to grow tall and it is along these stems that the new potatoes will form. The longer the stem the more new potatoes.

Once the danger of frosts has passed, or by using Vaporgard (the spray on frost protection) after the mounds have reached the desired height should prevent frost damage.

Early types will be ready in 60 to 90 days and late types taking 120 days.

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Protection against blight can be obtained with a monthly spray of Perkfection and if blights appear then a two weekly spray of Wallys Copper Nutrient should also be applied.

Those of us with deciduous fruit trees can lose the crop if a late frost strikes when in bud or flower destroying the flowers.

To prevent this spray the flowering branches with Wallys Spray on Frost Protection when ‘In Pink’ or just before which will be very soon. Use at the 50mil rate and that will help prevent loses due flower frost damage.

Asparagus crowns are planted at this time of the year also and the secret of a successful bed that will produce ample asparagus for many years starts with forming a deep, rich bed.

A sunny situation is needed but choose one where the tall summer foliage will not shade other vegetables. In other words at the back of a sunny garden.

Dig out the soil to a depth of 30 cm for the size of the bed required and fill the bed with a mix of mostly animal manure and a little soil.

Then cover with a couple of centimeters of compost. The crowns are laid out on the compost with their roots spread out like a star fish. Then cover with another 75mm of compost. The first year you just allow the plants to grow their ferns and when mature in the autumn they are cut down, being careful not to drop seeds into the bed. In early winter apply 100mm of rotten

manure over the bed and if available a layer of seaweed.

If you do not have access to seaweed then apply Ocean Solids at the rate of 35 grams per square metre and water in Wallys Fish Fertiliser.

The frosts of winter will do the breaking down of the manure and spring will herald the appearance of new shoots. A light harvesting of some shoots maybe made in year two and this is done by cutting through the shoot 1 cm under the soil. A longer harvest period in year 3 and by year 4 the bed will give you a full harvest for about a month.

Peas can be sown this month if you like to grow a few for those really freshly shelled peas.

The only problem is to get the peas to germinate in cold soil.

To overcome this make a shallow trench and place fresh grass clippings in the trench with animal manure and Wallys Calcium & Health, cover with a layer of compost

and lay the pea seeds on the compost at the right spacing.

Cover the seed with more compost and then water in with Magic Botanic Liquid (MBL). The grass clippings, manure and Mycorrcin heat the soil and your peas germinate quickly and grow fast with all that goodness.

Peas are not frost tender but can be damaged by powdery mildew. If the mildew appears spray immediately with a solution of one heaped tablespoon of baking soda to one litre of warm water with one mil of Raingard added. This is the best control and prevention for powdery mildew that I am aware of and can be used over any plants safely except for oxalis where it kills the foliage. (Pity about that) A two weekly spray program using Liquid Copper and Raingard should be commenced over fruit trees and roses to protect the new growths from a range of diseases.

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J’ville housing plan is ‘fantastic’

By Frank Neill

The sale of the old Johnsonville Library site for a housing development “is fantastic for Johnsonville,” TakapŪ/Northern Ward Councillor John Apanowicz says.

Wellington City Council has sold the site to local developer Wellington Holdings Ltd, a Council spokesperson told the “Independent Herald”.

“Wellington Holdings is proposing a mixed-use development with 84 homes and a commercial space.

“This includes a four-level apartment block with 72 apartments, 12 two-bedroom townhouses with private access and gardens,” the Council spokesperson said.

The sale is still conditional, the spokesper-

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son added.

This “shows that Johnsonville will be served with a continuing housing boom,” Cr Apanowicz says.

“It is a particularly positive activity in the northern suburbs.

“I am pleased the Council has reached a conclusion on this site and it will actively be developed into housing.”

“The Council set conditions on the tender that ensured the site was developed for housing. The project aligns with Council’s Housing Action Plan and overall ambition to revitalise the Johnsonville Town Centre,” the Council spokesperson said.

“The old library building is expected to be demolished, starting mid-2026, subject to resource consent being approved.”

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Both Karori Football sides hit six

By Hamish Wareham

Waterside Karori men’s side finally had another reason to celebrate on Saturday 9 August, 98 days after their last central league victory, a 2-1 home win over Napier City Rovers.

It was touted as a big weekend for bottom placed North Wellington as a chance to lift themselves off the bottom of the table for the first time since round one this season.

Four first half goals to Luc Saker, Theo McIntosh, Ihaia Delaney and Lukas Halikias had Wharfies 4-0 up at halftime and had North Wellington supporters wondering if they’d even made it out onto the field of play or simply played the rain card like many of the onlookers soon wish they had done.

Despite having more of a fight put up in the second half, second goals to Luc and Lucas snapped Wharfies’ 10 game run without a victory. dating back to the 3rd of May with their 2-1 win against Napier.

The Wharfies walked away with a 6-0 win over Norths.

Elsewhere in men’s central league action, Petone had a big home win over Island Bay 5-0. Western Suburbs saw off a rotated Phoenix Reserves side 2-0. Miramar came from a goal down to beat Napier 3-2 at home. Chatham Cup semi finalists Wellington

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Olympic were held to a 1-1 draw by eighth placed Upper Hutt at Wakefield Park.

Following last weekend’s matches, the Central League ladder is: Olympic (39 Points), Miramar (35), Western Suburbs (30), Napier (25), Phoenix Reserves (25). Petone (18), Waterside Karori (16), Upper Hutt (13), Island Bay (12), North Wellington (10).

All eyes for TFS North Wellington now rely on victory in their final outing versus Upper Hutt at Alex Moore to have any chance of avoiding relegation to Central League two for 2026.

Earlier on at Karori Park on Saturday, the Waterside Karori women’s side maintained third spot on the ladder also putting a six on the scoreboard as two goals each to Renee Bacon, Nicola Ross and Taylor Cooper cancelled out a double from Iris Reweti-Gould.

This keeps Karori in the driving seat for the third National League spot along with Wellington United who in Palmerston North on Saturday, secured back to back Women’s League titles with a 9-0 win over Marist with Natalie Olson scoring six goals taking her 2025 season tally to 32 goals.

Elsewhere, bottom of the table Victoria University scored an 82nd minute winner to beat Taradale 3-2 at Boyd Wilson Park and Petone beat Palmerston North United 4-0 at Memorial Park.

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Number 7 Luc Saker celebrates scoring Waterside Karori’s opening goal with Ihaia Delaney.

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