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Through the lens Danny Rood likes his photos to show emotion and tell a story in every moment captured.

Danny Rood’s passion for native birds is clear for all to see at Zealandia until the end of the month. The 32-year-old photographer is having his first exhibition with many of the photos showing off the native birds which call the sanctuary home. “I’d been a regular visitor and member of Zealandia for a couple of years so it’s been great to be able to put this exhibition on.” Continued on page 2. Danny Rood’s photo of a takahē shaking its feathers, taken at Zealandia, which is a feature photo of his debut exhibition. Photo: Danny Rood.

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Skill and luck combine for Danny’s debut exhibition Continued from page 1. “Because of the efforts of Zealandia aid Predator Free Wellington and trapping in general we have this halo effect around the town belt where native birds are starting to flourish. “I’d describe myself as environmentally aware. “The passion comes from growing up in Silverstream where the trees attracted kereru and tui and you’d hear ruru almost every night. “The exhibition is about showing how special our birds are and how we not only want them to survive but to thrive.” Danny started his photography journey in his early 20s and a trip to Kapiti Island combined with his visits to Zealandia created a burning desire to do his part for native birds. “Trips like that and ones to Aoraki and The Catlins, I just had to go to see it and understand it and it gave me an appreciation for how fortunate we are here. “You can walk through Zealandia or a National Park and if there’s bad weather or there’s pests around or the

Danny Rood’s exhibition at Zealandia runs through to the end of the month.

light is bad you might not be able to capture the things that you want. “You have to roll the dice and get out there. “If you can put yourself in a position to make the most of your luck that’s the key. “People always ask me what gear I use but I tell them the most

important bit is the nut (head) behind the lens. “A good image has got to have emotion in it, a point of interest that tells a story and if you can get the colours right then that’s important.” Danny says working with native birds means they don’t always do as you’d hope.

“I think that’s part of the challenge, it makes it more special when you get something unique. “I hope people get an appreciation of what New Zealand’s wildlife and natural world contains and I hope it inspires people to ensure it thrives.” The exhibition runs until March 31.

Update from your local city councillor WCC Governance Review I am fully committed in support of the review of WCC commissioned by Mayor Andy Foster. Wellington needs us to be a high performing Council, especially in the most challenging time for decades. I was elected, by you, on the basis of my desire to create an even better city in which to live, to work and to raise our children.

with the views of our community but I take that challenge on willingly. Increasingly, the collective opposition to my advocacy for you has become personal, negative and at times threatening. While the toll of that environment is heavy, I will not resile from what you elected me to do. And it is for this reason that I support this review which, while unfortunate, will shine a light on the cultural issues created by an ideological campaign of negativity against those who do not comply. democratic right to be represented fairly and accurately, I represent you, not a political party or ideology.

Please get in touch if you have a question or concern 029 971 8944 | diane.calvert@wcc.govt.nz www.dianecalvert.nz | /dianecalvertnz Authorised by J Owens, 22 Agra Cres, Wellington 6035.

I look forward to the day I can write this I recentlywithout hosted a meeting whichto included column reference COVID, local property developers and but while Auckland is in level one and representatives from the City and Regional the rest of The us are in level for two, remains Councils. background theitmeeting a constant in all of ouralllives. involved in was the need to ensure people Atproviding the moment, is on more housingthe in ourfocus electorate, whether it be those buildingto them or those individuals who appear have ignored regulating and permitting building, in the and breached the rules,that resulting understand the issues which govern the need for another lockdown. A lockdown ability to build the houses everyone agrees that is absolutely necessary. Despite we need. political and media commentators who are to two outdo each other There are trying essentially types of with contradictory, ill and informed, development; greenfields brownfields.and Greenfields buildingattempts on currently some franklymeans ridiculous to get undevelopedheard land, typically ex others farmlanddoing on themselves ahead of the edges of current urban areas, where the same, all scientiﬁc based advice is sewers, water supply and toinfrastructure do exactly like what we’re doing. other essential services don’t exist are What each of us personally need to usually built by the developer. take from this is that if we don’t keep toBrownfields the rules development and get COVID, will be us meansitrebuilding on existing sites,orand there haswhich been will be whose actions inactions considerable discussion in recent times splayed across the front pages. around how much shouldto bedo That should be a intensification better incentive allowed in existing suburbs, especially the right thing than any threat of a ﬁne. changing of height limits to allow for more I apartments. must compliment organisers of events in Ōhāriu, who were very quick to do the right thing Both have their advantages and on Sunday morning following the level disadvantages; the Regional Councilchange: in particular seethe their Johnsonville role to prevent more cancelling market,

the Ngaio picnic, church services and runoff and other material ending up in our every other public gathering, mostly at harbours, especially the Porirua harbour in financial loss. Well done those people the case of development north of and groups.and Newlands. The Wellington Johnsonville We are doing well by world City Council are concerned that thestandards. existing We will get through this, andit I’m infrastructure cannot handle the pressure comes underthe when new housing are convinced world and itsareas population developed. Existing infrastructure will be better when we do. is aging and needs across ouriscity, as One thingupgrading our government determined evidenced by recent pipe failures. An to do is raise living standards across advantage of intensification of existing areas the population, and getting meanswhole more people, therefore more enough money into the upgrades. hands of those in ratepayers to pay for those need of assistance, is one aspect of that. Developers of course to make a profit, to One way has beenneed to index benefits and average wish to keep their compliance costspeople as the wage, and allowing low as possible. Many believe the Resource to work more hours before affecting Management Act is too cumbersome. We as their benefit has the added advantage government for our part have undertaken to of helping people into the workforce, rewrite that act. and ensuring households enough The feedback was good, but thehave success will to rent food. It’s in all our be pay whenfor there are and sufficient affordable houses to meet demand. children That is certainly interests to ensure havemythe goal as your MP. health, education, and opportunity to be fully functioning members of society, That, and of course having a vibrant and and we all suffer from the inevitable functioning Johnsonville Shopping Centre we crime and other can all be proud of. social impacts if they don’t get those things. Enjoy autumn, and on I hope There’sthe plenty to be getting with. it is as balmy as the one we enjoyed during lockdown last year.

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Johnsonville Lions continue rehab playground mission The Johnsonville Lions Club continue to do their part for the new Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital Playscape. They are holding a fundraising quiz on Sunday March 14 at 7pm at the 1841 Bar & Restaurant and all proceeds will go towards a Playscape (rehabilitative playground) at the new Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital which is under construction. A similar quiz held in March 2020, just before lockdown, involved 26 teams (170 people in total) and raised more than $3200 for the Playscape. The organisers are hoping to raise even more this time.

The Lions Clubs of the lower North Island and the top of the South Island have pledged $500,000 towards the construction of the Playscape. Over $392,000 has been raised to date. The therapeutic playscape that Lions have committed to fund is unique. Overseas hospitals are using ‘playscapes’ for various therapies which have proven to aid rehabilitation, and increase emotional and social well-being. The facility will include custom-made equipment with special surfaces for sensory and developmental benefits. The facility will be a welcome distraction, bringing some aspect

Johnsonville Lions continue to help fundraise for a Playscape rehabilitation playground at the new Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital which is under construction.

of a normal life for the child and their families. With over 87,000 child patient visits to the Wellington Regional Children’s Hospital in the last 12 months you can see that

the Playscape will be in great demand. Teams of six can register for the quiz by emailing murraygray@ xtra.co.nz. Tickets are $15 a person.

Restricted ﬁre season for Wellington Wellington is now in a restricted fire season. The change in season came into effect on Monday and includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on their permit. “The ground is getting drier and fire danger has increased,” he says. “The dry vegetation acts as fuel for a wildfire, meaning if a wildfire did start it could spread very quickly,” “We’ve seen this with a few vegetation fires in the area recently, including one in Ma-

kara earlier this month where firefighters and helicopters worked hard over two days to put it out.” Craig Cottrill wants Wellingtonians to be aware of the real fire risks, and take them seriously. “Apply for your fire permit if you’re planning an outdoor fire - it’s easy, just go to www. checkitsalright.nz and follow the instructions.” “There is a lot of fire safety advice there to help you reduce the risk of a fire starting or getting away on you.” “In a restricted fire season it is okay to use a gas or charcoal barbecue and have a hangi or umu, but follow the safety tips on www.checkitsright.nz.” “Let’s all do our part to stay fire safe here in Wellington.”

inbrief news Police continue Karori homicide investigation Police investigating the homicide of Rau Tongia in Karori on December 20 are making good progress and are not ruling out further arrests or charges. Detective Seargent Steve Wescott says enquiries continue to be made in relation to the firearm recovered throughout the investigation. In particular, Police are interested in understanding who had the firearm in the days and weeks prior to the shooting. Police are also continuing to investigate whether there were others who assisted the primary oﬀender on the night. Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 105 and quote ﬁle number 201220/8063. Alternatively information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Karori Community Centre back The Karori Community Centre reopened yesterday after a burst pipe caused issues last week The broken water pipe has had a temporary patch installed on Tuesday. There is an area in the foyer which has a barrier to exclude members of the public. The rest of the building is now operational. In due course, the pipe will be repaired and the area in the foyer will be made good.

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Karori Garden serves up community meal By Francis Chin

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den is located on the corner of Beauchamp and Lewer Street; an “open access, everybody inclusive space” that has communal and individual gardening plots. “You have a range of different people involved,” says Karori Community Garden coordinator Lisa Maule. “Some people have plots, some garden the community part. Some like the idea of it and check in. “Some come back from work and water the plants on the way home. Seeds to Feeds is a city council supported summerlong festival, that culminates in a series of community lead meals to showcase locally grown produce. Lisa says an important part of the event is not just the food and the company, but the accompanying conservation about what we consume. “To talk about the idea of food, about being able to grow food, and it being accessible.” Community grown produce is an area of increasing interest for many, due to a focus on sustainability that developed during Lockdown.

Elise Beer and Rachel Thwaite enjoy their picnic dinner during Monday’s event.

“People were really thinking about being sustainable.” Additionally, gardening is very beneficial for peoples’ wellbeing, Lisa adds, due to the introversion of the act, and the “connection” of being in nature. “You have to connect with the weather and summer cycles, and notice when things are growing and aren’t growing. “I just think that gardening is good for having that

patience.” Next on the agenda for the garden is a potential composting hub, either at site or in another location. “I am keen to support local composting hubs so that less food waste can go to landfill.” “There is a demand as many people can’t compost on their own sections, and the garden would love to have more compost for our garden beds.”

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Brew staff all set to get more active Staff at Parrotdog Brewery are the first to benefit from changes funded through Wellington City Council’s active transport workplace fund, which aims to get more Wellingtonians walking, biking and jogging to work. T he ma kers of t he award-winning beer have put up a new storage shed for bikes and skateboards, upgraded a shower, installed a maintenance stand with tyre pump, and provided some new lockers to make it easier for more of their staff to actively commute to their Kingsford Smith Street premises. With the help of the $5800 grant from the Council’s active transport workplace fund, they are also trialling providing a towel service for a year, with a view to continuing this themselves if it proves worthwhile. The new repair stand and pump has been put in close to the footpath and an existing bike stand for customers, so the community and biking beach goers can use it too. They have also embraced the ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ ethos in their new bike shed by repurposing some beachy blue and white flooring from the company’s Beervana stand. Parrotdog co-owner Matt Stevens says at the moment less than 10 percent of the 56 people who work for the brewery, tap room, bar and restaurant regularly bike, skateboard, scooter or get to work on foot, but they are very keen to see those numbers grow. “When we talked with the team, the biggest obstacles to running or biking more were related to storage and maintenance of bikes, and being able to freshen up before work, so we do expect these changes to make a difference.” Matt says the transport

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Three-fold recognition of significant Wellington heritage places Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga has recognised the significance of three Wellington historic places. These noteworthy buildings, built throughout the 20th century, are now Category 1 historic places on the New Zealand Heritage List/ RƗrangi Kǀrero (‘the List’). Wellington Trades Hall on Vivian Street opened in 1929 and has been the home of trade unions ever since. The building has historical significance for its connections with the union movement in Aotearoa New Zealand; with the lives of ordinary working people and well-known union figures; organisations like the Labour Party and Federation of Labour; and major events such as the 1951 waterfront dispute. Its public connection with unionism was tragically demonstrated in 1984, when it became the site of the country’s first fatal terrorist attack after a home-made bomb was left in the lobby. This crime remains unsolved. The building has special social significance as a place of great im-

portance to the union community past and present and considerable efforts have been made by the owner, Wellington Trades Hall Incorporated, to ensure its preservation in the future. “Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga commends the restoration work undertaken by Wellington Trades Hall Incorporated and is delighted to recognise the building’s heritage values through listing,” says the Director Central Region Jamie Jacobs. Wellington Central Library, designed by Athfield Architects and opened in 1991, has outstanding architectural significance as a highly esteemed postmodern building, employing classical architectural forms, historical references and varied shapes and materials to arresting effect. The building is critically acclaimed by architectural commentators and has won major architectural awards. It has exceptional historical significance as a major work of the late Ian Athfield, one of New Zealand’s most renowned architects of recent

times, and represents the entry of his firm into the field of public architecture. Commonly referred to as ‘Wellington’s living room’, the Wellington Central Library has outstanding social significance as a much-loved and visited place. Postmodern architecture, which had its heyday in the 1980s, is characterised by bold, overstated forms, playful, quirky details and references to history. The library’s nƯkau palm columns, which acknowledge a tree indigenous to the Wellington region that was used in customary MƗori housing, are the most prominent of the library’s many postmodern features and have become symbols of the library service and the city. “Wellington Central Library is the youngest building on the List,” says Dr Jacobs. “We are excited to add diversity to our List by including this exceptional postmodern building. We look forward to working with the Wellington City Council to have it strengthened and reopened to the community.” McLean Flats and Gordon Wilson Flats, built in 1943-44 and

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Cashmere Home residents take off for China The Chinese New Year of the Ox was celebrated in spirited style at Enliven’s Cashmere Home recently with armchair travel to Beijing. In the beautifully themed and decorated lounge residents received their boarding passes and then got their passports stamped. But first they were COVID-19 tested and searched for weapons and contraband at customs. Once onboard, an Air China safety video and demonstration by staff member Zing set the scene. After landing in Beijing, facts and figures about China were presented before residents watched YouTube clips showing the best places to visit in China, a tiger dance and a mesmerising 1000 hand dance. Chinese food for lunch further enhanced the event for the residents whose senses were fully engaged by the experience. The afternoon’s activities included making dumplings with the residents and showing them how to use chopsticks. The home’s recreation staff, headed up by Cashmere Home and Cashmere Heights Home recreation team leader Linda Lank-

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shear, say they got fantastic feedback from the day. “One of our residents from China, who does not speak much English and has not joined in many activities, thanked me in English when I hung up red lanterns in her room,” Linda says. “She also wished me ‘Happy New Year’ in English. Her husband visits her every day and this was a first for them both.” The appreciation didn’t stop there, with another resident shouting the staff a celebratory Chinese lunch.

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Airport urged to support climate goals Greater Wellington councillors have called on Wellington Airport to support region’s climate goals in future expansion plans Speaking to their submission on Wellington International Airport Ltd’s expansion proposal, Councillors Thomas Nash and Roger Blakeley are calling on the airport to support Wellington’s climate goals and include public and active transport in any plans it makes for the future. Roger Blakeley, chair of Greater Wellington’s Transport Committee said “Shifting to bus and train travel reduces our emissions as a region and as a city and it’s critical that we build public transport into all our plans for infrastructure and development, including at the airport.” The councillors’ submission

proposed a number of conditions to help support climate goals, including free and frequent access to the airport precinct for Metlink public transport buses so that Metlink can provide a convenient, direct and affordable public transport service. They also asked that the airport provide for the expansion of public transport services bringing more people directly to the departures and arrivals areas of the airport, including space for an improved interchange for express bus services. This interchange should provide room for public transport services to expand in the future. The submission suggested that a proportion of revenue from car parking and vehicle access to the airport be levied to contribute to improving active and public transport travel options

to the airport. It also asked for a limit to the number of private car parking spaces within the airport precinct at all times. “To meet Wellington’s climate goals it’s imperative that public transport has free, frequent and prominent access right to the airport door,” said Thomas Nash, chair of Greater Wellington’s Climate Committee. “Expansion is likely to mean less green space around the airport and more car traffic - a double whammy against the environment. We need to avoid that by prioritising public and active transport in any development plans. We have clearly laid out in our submission on how this can be done and it’s up to the airport to listen and take action now.” In addition to this futurefocused councillor-led submis-

sion, Greater Wellington is currently working with Wellington International Airport Ltd on a new airport service to replace the Airport Flyer. With NZ Bus ending its commercially operated Airport Flyer service in November 2020 the region’s public transport users have been left with no direct access to the airport. The public can get its say on the new service as part of the draft Wellington Regional Public Transport Plan 2021-31 which is open for consultation until 19 March. Fol lowi ng consult at ion Metlink will work with communities in the Hutt Valley and Porirua, as well as all other parts of Greater Wellington, to ensure that regional connectivity is maintained and enhanced before the service takes flight.

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Car-related thefts in Tawa in the spotlight Tawa Community Patrol is encouraging the public to keep an eye out as car thefts rise in the neighbourhood. Recently there have been several occurrences of thefts from vehicles around the

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Big is Good? YIP! 1 Comber Place, Johnsonville 4

Here is a gorgeous home with space to spare - real space that makes living here such a pleasure. When combined with this highly desirable Johnsonville location, you really can have it all. There are great schools nearby, a bus stop right outside and easy access to Johnsonville town centre, the expressway and railway links to the CBD. You'll find that as well as the numbers (4 beds and 2 bathrooms), 1 Comber

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Place has truly generous proportions - the living space is roomy and open plan, with excellent flow to the flat, manicured garden. Connected to this area is the kitchen and dining area - well equipped and spacious with access to a second patio area - a great place for kids to play safely. RV $950,000 Tender 3:00pm Thursday 18th March 2021

Clint Fitzgibbon, Team YIP 02108850406

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Just Bring Your Furniture! 20C Awatea Street, Ranui Heights 3

Located minutes away from the motorway, you'll find this freshly and fully refurbished three-bedroom home nestled in the heart of very popular Ranui. Our owners have taken great care of this property as a sound investment for the past 12 years and are now reluctantly prepared to let it go to a lucky family.

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Here's your perfect chance to hop onto the property ladder, to downsize or invest. This immaculately presented home enjoys three spacious bedrooms, each with their own wardrobe for all your storage needs. RV $460,000 Deadline Sale 3:00pm Wednesday 24th March 2021

Jane Mather 021 339 623

Linda & Lexi, Team Jane 027 586 6046

Thursday March 4, 2021

Next Generation Real Estate.

Too Good to Last! 3 Carleton Terrace, Tawa 4

Sometimes an absolute winner comes along and if you blink you will miss it! Don't let that be the case here. Built in the 1960's, and lovingly owned and cared for by the current vendors for over 26 years, this fabulous family home has 4 bedrooms and has been immaculately maintained throughout and enjoys a spacious lounge, plus an additional living area, fabulous indoor/outdoor flow, and wrap around decks, all situated on a huge section where there is plenty of space for all the family. Overlooking central Tawa, the location is super

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handy, with an easy stroll to the Tawa shops, railway station, local primary and intermediate schools, College and Kindy. This terrific property is situated on the sunny side of Tawa in a quiet and peaceful cul-de-sac location with friendly neighbours. RV $670,000 Deadline Sale 1:00pm Tuesday 23rd March 2021

Jane Mather 021 339 623

Linda & Lexi, Team Jane 027 586 6046

SOLD

12A Te Kiteroa Grove, Churton Park 3

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Thursday March 4, 2021

Next Generation Real Estate.

Perfect Package? YIP! 2/43 Horokiwi Road West, Newlands 2

This might just be what you've been looking for! An entry into the Northern Suburbs market through this fantastic, low maintenance, two-bedroom home. All the hard work has been done. You'll find freshly laid carpet, a newly renovated kitchen which opens to the lounge and to the rear garden to take advantage of the afternoon sun. It offers great open-plan living with a separate toilet downstairs too. Upstairs you'll find two generous bedrooms and the family bathroom. You'll be surprised at how much

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space there is. With off-street parking, a bus stop on the main road and easy access to the motorway, this is convenient as well as tidy. The Newlands New World shopping centre is a short walk as are local parks, schools and amenities. Tender 3:00pm Thursday 18th March 2021

Linda & Lexi 027 586 6046

Anita Corlett & William YIP 021 022 56795

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134 Cortina Avenue, Johnsonville

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22 Waverton Terrace, Churton Park 4

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Thursday March 4, 2021

Next Generation Real Estate.

On Your Mark? YIP! 171 Mark Avenue, Grenada Village 3

Low maintenance and modernized to provide comfortable, contemporary living in a solid detached home - this fabulous property has charm in abundance and has been beautifully presented. The hard work has been done and all you need to do is move-in and enjoy all the benefits of living in the Northern suburbs. With excellent access to transport links, a variety of well-regarded local schools, shops and cafes in nearby Churton Park, Johnsonville and

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Newlands you can also be in the CBD or popping up the Kapiti within half-an-hour. This is why we love the Northern suburbs! Space is surprising too - a large open-plan living area has its own sunny deck with expansive views to the hills beyond Johnsonville and Churton Park. RV $560,000 Tender 3:00pm Thursday 11th March 2021

Shannon Crawford, Team YIP 027 665 2501

Anita Corlett & William YIP 021 022 56795

84A Stewart Drive, Newlands 3

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Thursday March 4, 2021

Jeetan Patel becomes England spin bowling coach By Jacob Page

Jeetan Patel has been appointed as permanent Elite Spin Bowling Coach for England. Patel, the former New Zealand and Warwickshire spinner, joins the group permanently after several short-term spells working with the men’s team. The former offspinner spent over a decade playing county cricket for Warwickshire and says he hopes to

“upskill” the young spinning talent in the country and prepare them to play in all conditions. “I feel pretty fortunate, pretty privileged to take up the role,” Patel told Sky Sports in the UK. “To be playing six to eight months ago, and then to transition as quick as I have into this role, I feel pretty lucky. “In terms of what I can offer this group, and spinners all around the country, is the opportunity to learn

how to bowl in all sorts of conditions around the world. “India is where we are currently, but let’s think about Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, all of those places, and even back in England, where spin will play a big part in the game. “My job is to make sure the quality is increasing. “It’s not going to be an easy one but it’s one I’m looking forward to.”

Jeetan Patel has been named England’s spin bowling coach for the long-term.

Friendship Club SAYs Go and learns about Wikipedia The Friendship Club of Wellington started 2021 with a lively and informative meeting last month. There were gentle exercises led by Ann Dalziel from Age Concern Wellington. Ann demonstrated excerpts from an Ann Dalziel from Age Concern Wellington. Ann demonstrat- Age Concern SAY Go (Steady As You ed excerpts from an Age Concern SAY Go (Steady As You Go) class. This is an approved strength and Go) class.

balance class designed to help prevent falls that is already very popular in the northern suburbs. After a light workout, a cup of tea and a catch up with friends, Mary Newman, a local Wikipedia editor talked about how Wikipedia has grown into the vast encyclopedia of knowledge that it is today, the role of an editor and the behind the scenes work that goes on to weed

out false or misleading information. The Friendship Club is a club for seniors and visitors are always welcome. The next meeting is 9.45am, Thursday March 18, when the guest speaker will be Stephen Opie, CEO of Age Concern Wellington who will talk about Ageing Well in a Covid World. For more information contact Alison on 04 234 1262.

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GARDENING THIS WEEK Feijoa: By Wally Richards As a fruiting plant the feijoa has to be at the top of my favourite list for several reasons; it requires minimal attention to produce good quantities of fruit every year, free of most pests and diseases and it requires little spraying if ever. Supply ample food and water and it will perform. They are hungry plants and for the biggest and best fruit apply plenty of natural manures and Fruit and Flower Power. There are a number of types of feijoa and some will perform better than others in regards to the cropping. The original is feijoa sellowiana which grows about 3 to 4 metres tall with a similar spread. These make excellent shelter, screens or hedges and will produce a crop of small fruit. They don’t mind been trimmed and as a hedge makes for a great sight when in flower. As for their fruiting side of things, they are not much chop other than for making jams or chutneys. The more modern cultivars are the ones to go for if you love to eat fresh feijoa fruit. The fruit when ripe or near ripe fall from the tree and are best collected from the ground rather than picked. The downside is the fruit once ripe will not hold for long and will soon decay. Chilling will

extend the holding time and you need a lot of fridge space for storing most crops. One advantage is the fruit does not ripen all at once, so you can have a period over a few weeks of fruit each season. They are a medium vigorous tree, moderately compact and easy to manage. Plants are trained up on a single stem to 40 or 50cm in the nursery for ease of harvest once the tree matures. Flowers in time for Christmas and fruits April - May onwards depending on variety and climate. Flowers have fleshy petals that attract birds for pollination but the petals from well-watered trees are fleshy enough to pick and add to salads or desserts. They have a spicy sweet flavour. Feijoas will grow on most soils providing good drainage is present. Plants have drought tolerance characteristics but require moisture during fruiting season. The feijoa is a heavy feeder. Feed with high nitrogen NPK slow release fertiliser in late winter (Wallys Secret Tomato Food is ideal) and well-rotted animal manure in autumn. When training young plants it is important to build a good framework quickly and this will encourage the plant to start fruiting sooner. Some varieties branch naturally while others tend to be leggier in their habit

and need to be trimmed lightly in mid-summer. Flowers form from new growth at the tips of last year’s growth, so the bushier the plant the sooner it will fruit. Bushiness has to be balanced with air and light penetration to help with pollination and disease prevention. Older established trees are better with a few bigger branches removed each year and this will encourage new canopy growth and flowering within the tree. Hardy to -10°C. Feijoas will grow in almost all

soils, however ideal conditions are well drained and a pH 6-6.5 (slightly acid). Alkaline soil causes yellowing and poor shoot growth. Heavier soils produce better quality fruit. Sandy soils cause excess vegetative growth. They will tolerate moderate salt spray. There is also a Feijoa Growers Web site at www.feijoa.org.nz and they have an excellent recipe booklet you can purchase. I grow a Unique Feijoa in a 100 litre drum and it performs well as long as given ample animal ma-

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Steve Bryan – St Catherine’s College Enough has been said and written about the woes of 2020! At St Catherine's College we are celebrating our 2020 success in outstanding NCEA results. Despite the challenges of last year, achievement across all student cohorts, NCEA Levels and University Entrance greatly exceeded national statistics and our decile band. This success can be attributed to three main factors: student agency – the commitment and dedication of students to their learning; whanau/

home support – the love and understanding of home is instrumental for student success; and student/ teacher relationships – the teaching and learning connection of students and teachers is a special feature for the achievement of every student at St Catherine's. It is a pleasure and a privilege to lead this school which celebrates a strong community and excellent academic results. 'This is Us' – a Catholic girls' secondary school investing in the growth and

development of young women today. https://www.stcatherinescollege.school. nz/

Narelle Umbers - Samuel Marsden Collegiate School Principal Narelle Umbers is an innovative educational leader with a passion for providing the best opportunities for girls and young women. “Inspiring girls is a phrase that aptly describes the group of amazing young women who graduate from Marsden”, she says. “Inspiring girls is also what Marsden does. Marsden students experience dynamic, flexible learning and an education that encourages them to discover and make an impact. Small classes, exceptional staff, an intentional focus on wellbeing and a

safe, warm and inclusive environment where all students are known, are the norm.” The creative spirit, the entrepreneur, the humanitarian, the sportswoman and the academic – all have equal opportunity to find their place through a Marsden education. Girls, Years 1-13, attend from across the Wellington region, and Marsden is increasingly welcoming senior students who join the school for their NCEA years, to maximise their academic success, expand their circle of friends and access the school’s rich resources

and co-curricular opportunities. Marsden Open Morning Friday 5 March marsden.school.nz/register 476 8707

Graeme Yule - Headmaster Scots College Scots College Headmaster Graeme Yule works alongside a team of Principals who each look after one of the three schools that together make up Scots College; Prep (Years 0-6), Middle (Years 7-10) and Senior (Years 11-13). Offering a personalised education, in a co-educational setting, at all year levels Scots College encourages each student to realise their potential across academics, cultural, sporting and service. The rapidly changing world around us demonstrates the importance in

ensuring students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to see them thrive now and in their future. At Scots College interdisciplinary and project based learning is embedded through the curriculum from Year 1 to 13, alongside a focus on building the soft skills (collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creativity, character and citizenship) essential for the future workplace. Find out more at Scots Open Day, 2pm Sunday 28 March.

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Jayne-Ann Young - Queen Margaret College Jayne-Ann Young joined Queen Margaret College 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. “Our vision is to empower all who learn and work here. With our learners at the heart of every decision, we cultivate a holistic environment that encourages questioning, collaboration, and participation. All students need to be adventurous in how they learn

and take their place in the world with curiosity and courage”. QMC offers contemporary learning in the heart of Wellington. We are a cosmopolitan school that nurtures growth within a culture of unity and sisterhood, and strongly believe in the importance of girls education. Our college is small enough to ensure every student is valued as an individual, but large enough to offer a full range of subjects, alongside sporting and cultural activities. We are the only girl’s school in Wellington

that offers International Baccalaureate for Years 1 to 13 and, also have a coeducational preschool and boarding facility onsite. Come to one of our March Open Days to discover all the opportunities available at QMC.

Thursday March 4, 2021

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Wairarapa A great day out with Steam Inc and Pukaha Wildlife Centre

Join the Eketahuna Express Upon paid entry, over the train from Paekakariki or Air Festival weekend, bring Sunday aParaparaumu Wings ticketonand we’ll-March give 14th and spend the day at Pukaha. you a free barista coffee Just make sure to disembark at or juice box for the kids! Eketahuna. For more details visit: Only 20 minutes north of Masterton www.steaminc.org.nz pukaha org nz

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If you are looking for a great fun day out with the family, a journey out to Pukaha on the Eketahuna Express could be just the thing. Embark at Paekakariki or Paraparaumu on Sunday March 14th and disembark at Eketahuna where a bus will take you on the short ride to Pukaha. Spend three hours there amongst nature before returning. View rare native species including tuatara, kaka, kokako and baby kiwi. Walk the scenic two-hour loop track or relax in the café overlooking takahe - the choice is yours. For bookings, see www.steaminc.org.nz

The thundering of hooves across wet sand and the cheering of the crowd... that's the sound of the Castlepoint Beach Races, an annual Wairarapa event held this year on Saturday 13 March. A family picnic race day with equaliser betting ($2 tickets) over eight races plus other activities including children's games, a fun fashion parade where participants are chosen from the crowd for the title of 'best dressed for a day at the Castlepoint Races', lucky race book numbers and other entertainment, all within the delightful ambiance of Castlepoint. Horse racing at Castlepoint dates back to the first days of European settlement in the district. Thomas Guthrie, the first European settler in the area, is said to have encouraged sporting evenings on the beach in front of his station

with the station hands taking part in various athletic contests. Castlepoint is located only 50 minutes east of Masterton. Races are held on the strip of beach in front of the Castlepoint Store where plenty of refreshments and food can be purchased. The first race starts at approximately 10.30am. If you can’t make it over to the Wairarapa on the 13th, make it the following weekend. There’s loads happening, including: the National Drag Racing Championship Series Final at the Masterton Motorplex over two days on the 20th and 21st; the annual Round the Vines 10 and 21km fun run in Martinborough; or if big rigs are your thing, head to Mangatainoka on the 28th for Tui Truck Stop Shine & Shine. Full details of all events on wairarapanz.com

Museum of Sheep and Shearing is a must-see! If you want to know what’s made New Zealand a great agricultural country you can learn so much about 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 NZ 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 out 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.

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School Caretaker We are looking for a self-motivated person who takes pride in their work and who has some previous property and maintenance skills. Khandallah School has approximately 350 students, Year 1-6 . We are positioned at the bottom of Mount Kaukau. Approximately 35 hrs per week - Monday to Friday - during school term time. The new caretaker will be honest, reliable, committed and be able to show initiative whilst managing their own time and workload. He/ she will have good interpersonal skills, be able to work and communicate positively with others and like being around children. The role is physical so requires someone who is active, ﬁt and able. A current full driver’s license is essential and you must pass a police check to be eligible to work in a school setting. To apply for this position please forward a CV and a covering letter with 2 referees to Marian Meehan, Principal - principal@khandallah. school.nz. Applications close Friday 12th March 2021 at 3pm.

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5 tips to spot potentially cheaper houses! Hey Everyone! Nice to be back in your mailbox and looking forward to a great year ahead. The local market here has gone a bit crazy. But why are there still low house sales? If you are struggling to buy in today’s market, here are 5 quick tips that may help you spot these opportunities. 1. Look for bad photos – Great presentation of a property both on marketing and in person, is essential for a buyer to pay a premium price. So, if a property isn’t looking great in photos, it will be worse in person, and is more unlikely to attract a premium buyer. It is always surprising how most buyers cannot see past the clutter or visualise basic renovations – so if you approach these types of properties with an open mind, you will be one step ahead of the competition. 2. Tenanted Properties / Poor Access – Buyers who are likely to pay a high price for a property generally are motivated, and if they are unable to easily view a property when they need to, it may affect their decision to buy or pay a premium. Generally, it is hard for a real estate agent to gain regular access to a tenanted property and have the property well presented. If you imagine being the buyer, and only being able to view the property at the open home, it will be very hard for the buyer to emotionally commit to the property. 3. Properties with no reports – Yes, buyers are always recommended to get their own reports / due diligence and some buyers will never buy unless they do this; but generally, buyers don’t all have $1000+ to spend on each offer and offering with conditions will not be as attractive to the seller. Which means, if you are open to doing a bit more homework prior to offering, listings with no LIM and Builder reports will definitely

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attract less strong interest, competition and therefore price. 4. Houses on Short Campaigns / Unless sold Prior – Sellers or Agents who are positioning their properties unless sold prior or are on short 1-week campaigns, are looking for a quick sale. Looking at market stats, the first 14 days of the market attracts the bulk of the interest – and the 3rd week is generally for buyers to complete their due diligence to feel comfortable paying a premium for the property. So, look for short campaigns that are putting buyers under short time pressure. Same with unless sold prior campaigns, don’t wait for the deadline make an offer early, even if your offer gets rejected at least you get a free look at the agent/owner’s reaction to that offer and you can still re submit another offer later. 5. Not sold by an active local agent – We see this all the time, an agent out of the area or one that doesn’t sell many in the area sells a property below market value. Market sales can be weeks (sometimes months) behind and with the market moving up as fast as it is, not having intimate knowledge of the most recent sales / case studies to educate buyers will limit their ability to negotiate the price up. Thinking of Selling? There are many, many more traps that you need to protect yourself from, we go through all these, if you would like to go through an in-depth, Team YIP assessment of your property, just get in touch. Hope this has been helpful, catch you all next week! Written by William YIP Your friend in Real Estate 021 106 9997 William.YIP@CollectiveFN.co.nz

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Tough times for Tiger The highs have been high and the lows have been just as low for Tiger Woods. Golf, at this point, is irrelevant for Tiger after he suffered serious leg injuries in a car crash on Wednesday NZ time. Woods was already on the backnine of his career anyway and after five back surgeries, his days playing golf at a high level were already limited prior to this incident.

Tiger is a global Star. Despite the off-field dramas, no one has had a bigger impact on their sport than Tiger Woods. He is the reason golf has been so popular for the past 25 years and I’d argue he’s been more influential in getting young people to play his sport than any other sportsperson on the planet. Without him, the television coverage of golf would not be as relevant as it is, the prize money

would not be as plentiful and the amount of Sunday hackers who play the sport for fun would be a lot less. He has also broken down racial barriers in golf. Like many of us, away from the greens and fairways, he can be a flawed human. People who fly this close to the sun in terms of popularity often have issues in their personal lives. Mike Tyson, Kobe Bryant, John

Daly etc have all had major battles in life. Woods made golf mainstream, he made those who played it at the highest level athletes. If Woods never swings a club again, and doctors have been quoted as saying that is extremely unlikely, then he has nothing left to prove. Sure, he will have left a few records on the table and probably one or two majors as well, but

Tiger’s impact on the game of golf and sport in general goes well beyond what he did with a club in his hand. He made wearing red on Sunday fashionable. He made golf a more inclusive sport. He allowed kids to dream of a future in golf. He made the gigantic fist pump cool. He made golf cool.

Mann shines with bat and ball as Johnsonville draw By Jacob Page

Josh Mann backed up his heroics with the ball, with an equally gritty knock with the bat to ensure Johnsonville hung on for a draw against Onslow on Saturday. Johnsonville claimed a first innings win but had to rely on their middle and lower order to avoid an outright defeat on day two on Saturday. Mann was instrumental in the outcome after Johnsonville lost four quick wickets and had to curtail their pursuit of an outright win. Mann’s 60 off 104 balls along with his eight wickets with the ball

proved vital. Starting the day at 86 for two with a six run lead, Onslow powered to 326 all out. Johnsonville initially attacked their 247 target but they lost four quick wickets and at 95 for five had to abandon the plan and play for the draw. When stumps were called, they were 190 for seven from their 57 overs. Johnsonville captain Raki Weerasundara says it was a missed opportunity not to push for an outright. “The pitch got better to bat on but we didn’t apply enough pressure - it

was a missed opportunity for sure. “We got caught trying to go for the target but also not being over aggressive so it’s something we need to work on. “Josh deserves a lot of credit, he showed us what could be done with the bat on the pitch.” Weerasundara says the team is hopeful spinner Jeremy Benton will return to face Hutt Districts in their two-day encounter this Saturday and Sunday. Johnsonville sits third in a compact top three with a Karori three points ahead in first and Taita second two points further behind with two matches to go.

Johnsonville’s premier cricket team remains in the hunt for the Pearce Cup ﬁnal with two games remaining.

North Wellington eye Lychgate mixed triples see Johnsonville success National League chance This inaugural Lychgate Over-60s mixed triples event took place on Friday. There were 18 teams from seven clubs who each played a round-robin competition of four short games. There was total of $1750 in prize money to play for, with the eight top finishers getting a share of the pot. Leading the field at the end of the day was the Johnsonville combination of Brent Stubbins, Lil George and Isi Taito, heading off another Johnsonville team of Ken Brown, A J Cronin and Alison Colgate. The event was sponsored by Lychgate Funerals, and Lychgate Location Manager, Steve Haddock, was there cooking sausages as well as presenting the prizes to the successful

By Jacob Page

North Wellington AFC’s top men’s team will have the chance to compete for a national league spot from this season. While the season will start with the usual Central League season, the carrot for all clubs is to finish in the top three to earn a national league spot. The top three sides plus the Wellington Phoenix Reserves go through to the National Conference along with four teams from the Northern Conference and two from Southern.

Those 10 sides then scrap it out to win the National Conference over the summer months. Every team in the Central League is positioning itself to get in the top three and effectively have a nine month season instead of six. It is a big deal for all clubs as it potentially puts them on the national stage and helps to position them to attract better players next season and beyond. The other twist is that all positions in the National Conference are contestable every season so there is no incumbent protection for clubs

North Wellington will battle for a spot in the new national league format later this season if they can make the top three of the Central League. Photo Glyn Badcock. Steve Haddock, left, present the winners Isi Taita, Lil George and Brent Stubbins with their prize after winning the Lychgate Over-60s mixed triples event. Photo: Allan Galbraith

teams. The day was such a success that there are already plans for the

Johnsonville Bowling Club, with the support of Lychgate, to make it bigger and better next season.

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