By Frank Neill
A major new greenfield subdivision in Grenada North called Jamaica Rise received resource consent on 22 July. Around 220 new homes are planned to be built by Grenada North Nominees Ltd in the subdivision. Continued on page 2.
Work is already under way on this Jamaica Rise townhouse. Photo: Supplied.
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The site of the new subdivision includes Jamaica Drive, TakapŪ Road and Carribean Drive.
The subdivision go-ahead has been welcomed by Wellington City Council’s TakapŪ/Northern Ward Councillor Tony Randle.
“It is really good news,” Cr Randle told the “Independent Herald”.
It was important, however, that measures were put in place so that the storm water run off is not made worse and also that “they fix up the transport access,” Cr Randle says.
“We are delighted to have received all our consents,” Grenada North Nominees Director Scott Adams says.
“It’s been quite a journey to get here and we are now pretty excited about it.”
Construction of the first two homes has begun already and these are scheduled to be completed by October. These two townhouses will cost $950,000 each.
The next stage will be the construction of 18 new homes.
The new subdivision has got “a little bit of everything from lifestyle blocks to three-story nine-unit dwellings,” Scott says.
“We are also working with Wellington City Council because we have got about 13 hectares of native bush that we are going to be giving to the city.”
The 13 hectares will be vested with the council as a local purpose and recreation reserve.
Grenada North Nominees owns around 23 hectares, and the subdivision will be on 10 hectares of this land with the rest being given to Wellington city.
The bush area will allow for a series of walking tracks and bike tracks to be developed and it will also provide connectivity to the
Enrolment at Rāroa Normal Intermediate School is governed by an enrolment scheme.
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Takapu Road train station and to Tawa, Scott says.
“We are also working with Waka Kotahi NZTA on the Takapu Road interchange,” he adds.
The resource consent for the subdivision was approved by an expert consenting panel established under the Covid-19 Recovery (Fast-Track Consenting) Act 2020.
As well as the meetings and conferencing it held, the expert panel also visited the site.
In its decision the panel said it found that the project “is generally in accordance with the planning
provisions in the relevant planning documents”.
It also said it found “that any adverse effects of the project are able to be appropriately avoided, remedied or mitigated to an acceptable level”.
The approval was granted subject to a series of conditions being met.
More information on the project is available on the Jamaica Rise website, www.jamaicarise.co.nz.
The panel’s decision is available on the Environmental Protection Agency website, epa.govt.nz under Fast-track projects.
The two people who initiated Karori’s “Food Truck Friday” and community farmers’ market, have an accolade posted on Wellington City Council’s website.
“Where some folks in Karori saw an empty council lot, Sharon Powick and Joanne Thorlby saw an opportunity to create a flourishing community marketplace,” the council says.
The community space, which has been set up on the corner of Campbell Street and Karori Road, has been hosting “Food Truck Friday” every week from 4pm to 8pm, and a community farmers’ market each Saturday from 9am to 1pm.
The initiative, which started at the end of January, was organised through a Wellington City Council development group to take advantage of an unoccupied Council lot, while the future of the land is being decided through a lengthy tender process.
Sharon, a Karori resident and professional event planner, pitched the opportunity to bring back the beloved Karori market, which had previously been shut down due to the pandemic.
“The Karori community had been asking for years when the farmers’ market was coming back, so we knew this needed to happen,” says Sharon.
Outside of the markets, the lot acts as a community garden and a space to spend time in Karori.
“We knew when we designed the lot that it would act as both a market and a community garden,” explains Joanne, whose company Boston Projects Ltd specialises in project management and property consultancy.
“Karori has such amazing activities and amenities, and we’ve made a place to relax after these amenities. It's so awesome to see people enjoying the space throughout the week.”
Sharon and Joanne say that part of the market’s charm is that hardly anything on site was bought new, with the site’s plants, seating, turf, picnic tables, gravel, and tables donated by the council, local businesses, and the wider community.
“The council has been awesome about donating stuff to the site.
“We’ve decorated the space with old
council planter boxes and have repurposed old railway sleepers from the waterfront into seating for the space, which would have cost us thousands to buy new,” Joanne says.
During Food Truck Fridays, the variety of delicious food trucks can attract between 700 and 2,000 people, which encouraged the team to think sustainably.
“We’re hot on sustainability,” says Sharon, “so we’ve got a wash truck onsite as part of our waste management plan.”
The wash truck is partially funded by the council and managed by Sustainability Trust and NonStop Solutions. It is a portable kitchen that provides dishes for people to use at the food trucks when they’re eating at the market, and then washes and reuses them throughout the night to reduce waste.
This initiative, along with the market’s recycling and compost bins, has reduced rubbish down to one bag an event.
Delly Ranginui, a Community Advisor from the council’s Connected Communities team, is impressed with the group’s mahi.
“I’m glad that the space has been put to good use, you can see it is really benefitting the community,” Delly says.
The markets have proven to be quite popular in both Karori and wider P neke, with an onsite survey showing that 37% of people are coming from outside of the suburb.
“People have started to see the good work that we're doing and the asset that it's bringing to the community.
“Now people are approaching us saying, 'what can we do to be involved? What can we do to help?' They really want to see it succeed,” Sharon says.
“The market’s variety is amazing,” says Joanne, "It's the perfect way to spend a Saturday morning, where you’re able to get all of your treats.”
Free English speaking classes are about to start at the Newlands Community Centre.
The community centre has welcomed English Language Partners, who will run the free sessions so people can practise everyday English in a supportive, friendly environment.
The classes will start on Tuesday 6 August.
For more information or to register contact English Language Partners on 04 384 1992 or email them at wellington@englishlanguage.org.nz.
The collection times to pick up items from the Newlands Foodbank have changed.
As from this week, the new collection hours will be Mondays at 4:45pm, Wednesdays at 1pm and Fridays at 4pm. People who need help with food can ring the centre on 04 477 3724 or email newlandscomhse@gmail.com to find out what they need to do to receive a food parcel.
By Frank Neill
The design for the upgrade of the Homebush Road play area has been finalised by Wellington City Council.
This follows public consultation on the playground, where two designs were presented through a series of artist’s impressions.
Option two (see picture) was the favourite between the two designs presented. The consultation showed overwhelming support for an upgrade of the play area, with 88% of submitters supporting the
renewal, and 12% questioning or opposing it.
“The primary driver for the renewal is that the assets have reached the end of life, they are fully depreciated, the current play area is 18 years old and has non-compliance issues in relation to the current NZ Standards for playground equipment and surfacing on different pieces of equipment, and has no safety surfacing,” the council says.
“The budget that is funding the project is for the renewal of existing play area assets, and if we weren’t doing the renewal here,
then the budget would be spent on one of our other 107 sites.
“We have then tried to accommodate additional requests where we can, these include:
around improving the access to the site from the road;
Landfill Team on whether we could accommodate some trees for shade provision here, but we are mindful that this site is a closed landfill, so we have to avoid breaching the cap;
remedial pruning, based on their assessment of the trees and site;
furniture remains on site, which will be refurbished; andsitioned such that we retain the views into the harbour and city.
“There were some requests that we were not able to accommodate, largely to do with budget constraints, the layout of the site, and what we would expect for this category of play area (neighbourhood).”
The council says it has not yet
but expects that it will be a dry weather build.
Dr Stephen Tallon from Callaghan Innovation was the guest speaker at the June meeting of the REBUS Club of Khandallah.
Stephen’s talk was on “Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp”.
The biotechnology research team Stephen leads at Callaghan Innovation focuses on helping New Zealand companies to develop new health and cosmetic products with a focus on natural ingredients – which includes cannabis.
Cannabis is a broad term for a number of different cannabis plant species.
Cannabis grown for industrial purposes, such as textiles, paper, and building materials, or to produce seeds for food and cosmetic use, is typically referred to as hemp and doesn’t contain hallucinogenic compounds like THC.
Cannabis grown for medicinal or recreational use contains high levels of either THC or other cannabinoids which may have therapeutic properties.
Some New Zealand grown and manufactured medicinal cannabis is now available on prescription in New Zealand, although the domestic market is small.
There is a more significant export market, including medicinal products for domestic pets as well as humans.
REBUS is a social club for seniors and meets on the last Friday of the month.
The next meeting will be held on Friday 26 July at 10 am, at the Khandal-
REBUS Club of Khandallah. Photo: Supplied.
lah Bowling Club, 24 Woodmancote Road.
The guest speaker will be Robyn Scott, Executive Director of the JR Mackenzie Trust.
For more information about the club, internet search “Khandallah REBUS” or go directly to the website https://khandallahrebus.wixsite.com/khandallahrebusclub.
By Frank Neill
The Karori Baptist Church will celebrate its 90th birthday next month.
The church, located in Marsden Village, will celebrate with nibbles and stories from 2pm to 5pm on Saturday 17 August, and with a celebration service from 10am to 1pm on Sunday 18 August.
After supporters of establishing a Baptist Church in Karori had been working towards it for years, the first exploratory meeting of supporters was held on 7 May 1934 at St Mary’s Hall.
The meeting was attended by 34 people and chaired by Mr R P Staples.
The meeting elected a committee, with Mr Staples as the chair and Mr R A Hogan as the secretary.
However there was a difference of opinion at the meeting about whether or not a church should be set up.
A motion was moved to set up a Sunday School as soon as possible. An amendment was then moved and the meeting decided, by 23 votes to 2, to set up both a Sunday School and a morning service.
Nine weeks later a second supporters’ meet-
on 19 August 1934
Standen Street. On 27 April 1935, at a communion service, 25 people signed on as foundation members of the new Karori Baptist Church.
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Karori Swimming Pool senior lifguard
James Mallett is featured with a profile on the Wellington City Council’s website. James is a full-time commerce student and also has two jobs, the council notes.
As well a being a lifeguard, James is a New Zealand Army Reserve Force soldier. After leaving college he began looking for a job that would help him earn a living while also complementing his army training. When the opportunity came up to be a lifeguard at Karori Pool, James took the chance and became qualified in 2021. Around the same time, he went into basic training for the New Zealand Army. He knew that he wanted to be in the army since he saw his cousin’s graduation parade at 12-years-old and has tailored his life to make this a reality.
“It’s been three years into his lifeguarding and New Zealand Army career with 5th/7th Battalion, Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment, and four years into his study at Victoria University, and James says it’s a challenge he enjoys,” the council’s website says.
“It’s been quite a juggling act for me, but I’ve managed to stay on top of it all by planning everything in advance to ensure I can attend the military trainings, which typically occur one weekend per month,” the website quotes James as saying.
“A typical week for me would be 20 hours a week of classes, 10 to 20 hours of additional university work, and 24 hours working at the pool.
“I also exercise every day, play futsal once a week, sauna most days and sleep the rest! It’s a challenging schedule, but I like keeping busy.”
James believes that working as a lifeguard has set him up for success in his Army career, and vice versa.
“Waking up between 4.30am and 5am for morning shifts has gotten me used to early starts,” he says.
“On a more serious note, I’ve had the opportunity to develop my leadership and management skills by running shifts, taking courses, and learning from our duty managers, which has enabled me to become a senior lifeguard.
“Working as a lifeguard has also developed
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my interest in service.
“As lifeguards, we serve our community by making the pool a safe, welcoming, and fun environment.
“The importance of service is something I took with me when I was deployed as part of the Cyclone Gabrielle relief effort in the Wairarapa last year. We aided a small community, TĪnui, where people’s lives had been flipped
upside down by the damage of the cyclone.” James believes that becoming a lifeguard can open people up to more opportunities than they could imagine.
“Lifeguarding is about more than just monitoring the pool,” he says.
“It’s an opportunity to acquire a diverse set of skills, from first aid to customer service and pool operations.”
As a carer of high needs clients in Wellington for many years I’m not happy with all these cyclists who want the City Council to spend money on raised crossings. They do not think about the people in wheelchairs who have to travel to health appointments in wheelchair vans, but going over these crossings shakes the person up, even when the driver slows down and does their best.
These drivers are so good at their job. Taking away car parks on the streets makes it very hard for these people – older people with walking problems, mothers with young children, someone with sight problems.
Many of these people do not go out as it is hard to get near where they need to be, or the taxi, family or friends can’t get a park to take the person.
Also the passenger should be able to get out of the car in safety.
One of the most dangerous places to drive into or out of is the main door of the Hospital.
Try it in a van when it is hard to see any cyclist who thinks they have right of way and just don’t think about how hard they can be to see.
Come out with a person who when they get to the appointment/home and needs pain medication to get there the next few hours.
What we need is our water pipes fixed up and the city liveable for all people, not only the ones who can go out when they want to.
I did not understand how others lived until I started helping them and their families.
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Mastercraft Kitchens Wellington, established as Your Kitchen Ltd in 1999, is this July celebrating 25 years in business and confidently eyeing future growth.
Now one of Wellington’s largest cust om-built kitchen manufacturers, the family-owned company launched as a humble initial operation, recalls co-owner Tony Hawes.
“My wife, Sue, and I had been looking for a new direction for our business after eight years manufacturing commercial furniture in what was proving an irregular sector,” he says.
“Initially targeting the budget end of the k itchen renovation market, we set up a basic showroom and placed a good-sized advertisement in a local paper.
“We opened our doors on a Saturday morning and sold our first kitchen that day! Our first renovation customer even wrote out a cheque for the deposit on the spot.”
The Seaview-based company, which is now also owned by the couple’s daughter a nd son-in-law, Michelle and Daniel Norman, has made honouring such trust a cornerstone principle, emphasises Mr Hawes.
“From day one we have striven for the highest quality – never accepting anything substandard – and aimed to offer distinct points of difference to our competitors.
“We are one of the few companies in the Wellington market that offers a full, start-toend service – from bespoke kitchen design, onsite manufacturing and assembly, through to installation and after-care.
“It’s also about being reliable – always delivering on time – and treating our clients well. We employ dedicated project managers who go onsite personally to oversee the smooth installation of our joinery.”
Over the years the company has evolved to specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke mid to high-end kitchens and other joinery, says Ms Norman.
“We now employ a team of about 25 people, have invested in cutting-edge factory
machinery and offer the latest hardware available to the New Zealand market,” she says.
However, the family and community values remain.
“Our work family is hugely important to us. We offer flexible working hours, apprenticeships and other career advancement opportunities.
“We also very much believe in working with local suppliers and produce as much as we can onsite.
“Giving back to the community in different ways is another priority. Examples include working with a local secondary school to provide student work experience and supporting local hospices.”
Furthermore, the company is actively trying to act “think green” throughout its operations, adds Mr Hawes.
“We are moving towards a paperless environment and have lessened waste in our manufacturing processes. We also donate to the Trees for Survival initiative, which involves schoolchildren rejuvenating the country’s landscape.”
Mr Hawes emphasises the company –which covers Wellington City through to Porirua, the Hutt Valley and surrounding areas – is confidently eyeing the future.
“As we celebrate this important milestone in our history, we would like to thank our past and current customers, many of whom have been repeat clients over the years.
“Despite the challenging economic environment, we are positioning ourselves for future growth, and look forward to continuing to deliver quality service for many more years to come.”
To mark its 25th anniversary, the business is planning several celebratory events and promotions (details of which will be announced on the company’s social media channels).
For further information, please contact Mastercraft Kitchens Wellington co-owner Michelle Norman michelle.norman@ mastercraft.co.nz, 027 677 3711.
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Acclaimed German pianist Michael Endres, well-known to Waikanae audiences for his stunning solo recitals, is joined by New Zealand violinist Mark Menzies for this varied programme of works by Mozart, Salina Fisher, Schubert and Richard through their work at the University of Canterbury, have established international careers. Mark Menzies has been described as an “extraordinary musician” and a “riveting violinist”. Michael Endres, whose multiple competition successes include the International Schubert Competition, performs worldwide as soloist and chamber music partner.
The concert will be in the Waikanae Memorial Hall on Sunday 18 August at 2.30pm. Enquiries 022 345 5316 www.waikanaemusic.org.nz
Come and join us at the Paekakariki Station Museum located on the railway station platform. Learn about our rich and colourful social and cultural local history through displays, stories, photos and archives.
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Mid winter at Finn’s Paekakariki!
Finn’s Restaurant and Bar is only a few minutes’ walk from the Paekakariki railway station and right on State Highway 59 which means it is very easy for visitors to get to by train from Wellington, or by car, making it the ideal getaway destination for that weekend away from the pressures of city life and work. This weekend they have their monthly live music gig so it’s a great chance to have a good time. This is a contemporary cafe/restaurant and bar where you can enjoy the ambience while indulging in tasty cuisine and craft beer. It is also a boutique hotel of superior studio units with spa baths, king-size beds, microwave, tea and coffee-making facilities so why not book a room for Matariki or the holidays?
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Today, 25 July, is World Drowning Prevention Day.
As part of World Drowning Prevention Day 2024, Water Safety New Zealand is asking New Zealand: “How many is too many?”
Chief Executive Daniel Gerrard says 90 New Zealanders drowned last year – fathers, mothers, siblings, mates, and colleagues.
“I’m not sure New Zealand really understands the impact and true burden of drowning on our communities,” Daniel says.
“Do we need to change attitudes to water safety?
“How many lives are we willing to lose in our waters?”
Drownings and water-related injury can be reduced through prevention, education, advocacy, and evidence-based local solutions.
“Our mission is to create a culture of water safety, ensuring every New Zealander can enjoy our waters safely,” Daniel says.
World Drowning Prevention Day is an opportunity to be more mindful of the risks in and around the water, ACC injury
prevention leader James Whitaker says.
“A drowning is a devastating event for any wh nau and community, and our hearts go out to every family who has lost a loved one,” he says.
ACC partners with Water Safety NZ to keep children safe in and around water, as the principal partner of the ACC Water Skills for Life programme.
“Knowing how to swim is not enough. Water Skills for Life teaches other lifelong water safety and survival skills,” James says.
“They are critical skills that can save lives.
“Far too many New Zealanders are drowning, and these events are preventable,” he says.
“If we take time to assess the risks and make smart choices before we jump in, we can keep on doing the things we love.”
“People who overestimate their ability, ignore weather forecasts, and think swimming skills alone will save them are putting lives at risk,” Daniel says.
“If we focus on primary prevention, we can make a difference and save lives. This is about providing the skills and education to prevent things from going wrong.”
By Frank Neill
Climate change is affecting everyone everywhere, including the northern and western suburbs of Wellington.
The major slip on the Ngaio Gorge Road is just one example.
Because of this it is important that people consider making submissions on the government’s emissions reduction plan.
The government opened consultation on the second emissions reduction plan on 17 July. The consultation will close on Wednesday 21 August.
While the government is saying its plan will work well, many other groups consider that it will not.
“This draft Emissions Reduction Plan shows that with effective climate change policies we can both grow the economy and deliver our climate change commitments,”
Climate Change Minister Mr Watts says.
“Our plan focuses on transitioning to a low-emission economy by leveraging the abundance of opportunities New Zealand has, including our unique landscape and resources.”
Reducing net emissions is one of the nine Government targets for achieving better results from the public service.
“This is the first opportunity to consult with New Zealanders on our plan to get the country on track for net zero emissions by 2050,” Mr Watts said.
“Earlier this month, the Government released our climate strategy. The Emissions Reduction Plan centres around the five core pillars of that strategy.”
Some key policies, Mr Watts says, include: the consenting burden through Electrify NZ; 2030;
farmers the tools to reduce emissions; the Waste Minimisation Fund; and and storage.
However many others have expressed concern that under the plan New Zealand will not be on track with emission reduction and that this could put international trade at risk.
Both Labour leader Chris Hipkins and Green leader Chloe Swarbrick have said that the government was off track for meeting emissions reduction targets.
The consultation will allow all New Zealanders to review the government’s plan and to make submmissions on it.
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An opportunity is now available to young artists from the northern and western suburbs.
The soon-to-open Wellington youth hub Te Tai Ohinga is looking for original artwork depicting what’s important to rangatahi, celebrating diversity and telling a story to suit the new exciting space.
Five pieces of original artwork, created by rangatahi aged 13 to 18, will be selected by a panel of young people to be printed and displayed in Te Tai Ohinga – with each artist selected receiving a $200 Prezzy card.
The selected artwork will be displayed at the youth hub, and all artworks submitted will be considered to feature in a special collection book celebrating Te Tai Ohinga's story.
Te Tai Ohinga is a new youth hub created by and for young people, opening next month on Willis Street next to St Peter’s Church. A key action in Wellington City Council’s Strategy for Children and Young People policy, the hub is being designed to be a space that is friendly, accessible, and multi-purpose.
Once open, the space will be managed by The Y, which is also funded to run Te Pokapū Hapori, the community centre at 105 Manners Street.
The name Te Tai Ohinga was gifted by Kura Moeahu, Chairman Te RŪnanganui o Te ti Awa.
Te Tai represents the tides of the sea, while Ohinga refers to young people and comes from
It signifies the chance for youth in P neke to thrive now that a safe space has been created for them to come together.
A new mural, created by renowned Wellington artist Xoë Hall in collaboration with the rangatahi advisory group, was recently added to the frontage of the site.
Rangatahi joined Xoë to weave their own stories into the artwork, making it a true reflec-
tion of their voices and identities.
Submitted artworks for the hub can be painted, drawn, or photographed, up to A2 in size on any materials, and uploaded online or dropped off at Te PokapŪ Hapori at 105 Manners Street. Submissions close 11.59pm Wednesday 31 July. People can make online submissions and find out more at letstalk.wellington.govt.nz/ artwork-submissions.
Pursuant to section 241(2)(a), Stephen Young, of RSM New Zealand (Auckland) was appointed liquidator of Titoki Construction Ltd at 4:00 p.m. on 9 July 2024 and Bligh Trustee Ltd at 4:00 p.m. on 11 July 2024 and Wynyard Trustee Ltd at 4:00 p.m. on 18 July 2024. The director of the companies signed solvency certificates prior to the liquidation. Notice to Creditors to Prove Debts or Claims Notice is given that the liquidator fixes 15 August 2024 as the day on or before which the creditors of the companies are to make their claims and to establish any priority their claims may have, under section 312, or to be excluded from the benefit of any distribution made before the claims are made.
Notice of Intention to Remove Application to remove the above-named companies will be made to the Registrar, pursuant to section 318(1)(e), on the grounds that the documents referred to in section 257(1)(a) will be sent to the Registrar on 31 August 2024. Objections to remove, under section 321, must be delivered to the Registrar before that date.
Dated this 24th day of July 2024. Stephen Young, Liquidator. The address and telephone number to which, during normal business hours, enquiries may be directed by a Creditor or Member: RSM New Zealand (Auckland), PO Box 204276, Highbrook, Auckland 2161 Telephone: (09) 271 4527
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Former All Black Dane Coles has joined the coaching team at the Wellington Lions.
Wellington Rugby announced Dane’s appointment on 22 July.
This came after Dane offered his time to the Wellington Lions as a spot coach for the 2024 Bunnings Warehouse NPC competition.
Dane debuted for the Lions himself, back in 2007, earning 71 caps for the side.
Born and raised in the Wellington region, Dane has firmly remained a one club main, spending his entire domestic career playing for Poneke, the Lions and the Hurricanes.
“Wellington has given me so much throughout my career, and for me to
By Grant Stephen
Round 14 of 18 in the men’s Central Region Football League took place over the weekend of 20 and 21 July, with a shock result at the bottom of the table opening up relegation permutations and combinations not considered likely at any other time, until now. It’s not over until the large woman warbles, may well be the case after bottom of the table Stop Out hosted Waterside Karori at Hutt Park. Stop Out had not won a league match all season and had just two points from two draws to their name.
Waterside, on the other hand, are comfortably mid table and are not likely to make the playoffs but equally, are well and truly safe
give back to the game and the union that started it all is a no brainer really,” Dane says.
“I’ve got some great memories with the Lions.
“My time in the black and yellow jersey is done, but I’m excited to direct my energy and efforts into coaching and hopefully giving back to the next generation of players.”
Wellington Lions Head Coach Alando Soakai is thrilled to have Dane joining the coaching group.
“I first reached out to Colesy and asked whether he was keen to play. He mentioned coaching, and the rest is history,” Alando says.
“We know he’s got a lot of knowledge to pass on to the next generation
from relegation.
As is so often the case in sport, form can only count for so much and Stop Out notched up a stunning 3-2 win over Waterside.
It took just under an hour for any form of scoring to take place and it was Tomas Alvarado who netted a goal for Karori.
Stop Out however replied with three of their own, including an own goal, in a stunning 15-minute blitz before full time.
The winner came in the 90th minute to lock up a very memorable Stop Out win.
To say that nobody saw this result coming would be an understatement.
Stop Out now have five points which means that North Wellington and Island Bay have to look
of hookers, and we’re lucky to have him.
“For him to offer some of his time to us is a testament to his incredible character, and his love for the Lions, the team that started it all.”
Wellington Rugby Football Union CEO Tony Giles shares these sentiments.
“We’re honoured that Colesy has offered up his time to move into a spot coaching role with us,” he says.
“The level of talent and mana that he’ll bring to the table is huge, and we’re excited to see what our coaching group will achieve this season.”
The Wellington Lions will kick off their season against Auckland at Eden Park on Friday 9 August.
in the own rear vision relegation mirrors as the final weeks play out.
At David Farrington Park, the track was heavy as Miramar Rangers hosted TFS North Wellington. The result was equally as heavy as Rangers put on another master class, utterly destroying North Wellington 8-1.
Rangers had stunned Petone 9-0 the week before and it would be fair to say that none of the travelling North Wellington faithful saw such a one-sided result coming.
Norths got on the board first thanks to a well-executed closerange goal to Sam Staunton.
It all fell apart in short succession after that moment, though, when Rangers rampaged through the North’s defensive line and scored an incredible four goals in six
By Frank Neill
When Johnsonville led Paremmata-Plimmerton 9-7 early in the second half of their semi-final on 20 July it looked promising that they may make the final of Rugby’s Hardham Cup.
It was not to be, however, with the home team winning 20-14 at Ngati Toa Domain.
The Johnsonville Hawks scored first in the match when Mark Sutton kicked a penalty after five minutes.
Paremata-Plimmerton replied with a converted try just minutes later to take the lead.
The wet weather then saw a long period of disjointed action with neither side adding points for some 30 minutes.
The close, tense and scoreless battle continued until just before half time, when Mark kicked his second penalty to see Paremata-Plimmerton go to the break with a 7-6 lead over the Hawks.
Mark again raised the hopes of the Hawks supporters when
he kicked his third penalty five minutes into the second spell, taking his team to a 9-7 lead.
Paremata-Plimmerton, however, scored the next 13 points with two tries and a penalty to lead 20-9.
The hopes of the Hawks supporters were raised again when the team was the next to score, with Morgan Williams dotting down for a try.
The Hawks then needed a converted try to take the lead again, but there was no more scoring in the match.
minutes.
Rangers chipped away throughout the match, gradually adding to their tally.
Ben Collins put in an incredible shift in the North Wellington goal and will be sorely missed when he returns to continue his studies in the United States.
Fellow strugglers Island Bay could not stop visitors Napier City Rovers and went down 5-1 at Wakefield Park.
Westerns Suburbs did just enough at home to beat Petone 2-1.
League Leaders Wellington Olympic did not have a game and the Wellington Phoenix Reserves were also not in action as they have already chalked up 17 rounds of results through mid-week games to allow a gap for players to attend
national under 20 duties. The league table currently reads Olympic 39 points, Napier 34, Wests 34 (played an extra game), Miramar 28, Phoenix 21 (played 3 extra games), Karori 20 (played an extra game), Petone 14, Island Bay 9 (played an extra game), North Wellington 8 and Stop Out 5 points.
In the Women’s Central League, the much-anticipated showdown between Waterside Karori and Wellington United did not take place.
Karori Park number 1 pitch once again had a surplus of water over grass and the match was postponed.
In the only two matches played, Petone overpowered Seatoun 7-1 and Moturoa lost at home to Palmerston North Marist 1-0.
