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Increasing safety concerns regarding Southern entrance to Woodend A group of concerned residents have met together with MP Matt Doocey and media to discuss their safety concerns regarding the southern entrance to Woodend.
They feel there is no room for following vehicles to negotiate turning traffic, and are in fear of being rammed by a vehicle from behind travelling at 100kmh.
The residents, who live along this road, which is currently a 100kmh zone, say an increase in traffic and a number of accidents over the years, including a fatal accident just last year, make 100kmh no longer an appropriate speed.
There are also concerns the three new subdivisions close-by, along with the increasing population, means the traffic volumes will continue to increase and the situation worsen.
MP Matt Doocey is concerned money will be diverted by the Government from planned projects, which would help address some of the current issues, and will instead be used to fund pet projects like the trams in Auckland. As a result he has launched a petition to support the planned Christchurch Northern Motorway Extension from Belfast to Pegasus, including the Woodend Bypass. This stretch of motorway completes the package of roading solutions to deliver reduced congestion, reliable travel times, and increased safety for Waimakariri residents. The petition is asking the Government to commit to the funding of the Christchurch Northern Motorway between Belfast and Pegasus. At the meeting, residents discussed experiencing pressure situations when they are trying to slow down and turn into their driveways, with cars and trucks regularly tooting at them from behind.
The group discussed possible solutions as reducing the speed to 70kmh, widening the road and introducing a lay-by lane for turning vehicles, and no right turn into Sandhill Rd. In a recent submission to the NZTA, the Woodend Community Association requested for the speed limit to be changed, due to safety concerns, as it is too fast and traffic isn’t slowing enough before it enters the Woodend township. They asked for it to be 70kmph from Pine Acres and to drop to 50kmph just before Sandhill Road. The Woodend Community Association feels a reduced speed limit will help to mitigate any risk with the big and slow trucks coming in and out of North End Sand and Shingle, will make it safer for the residences along this stretch of road to go in and out of their driveways, and for traffic turning in and out of Sandhill Road.
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From our Mayor David Ayers
Big Stuff and Little Stuff
As elected members of the Council, we deal a huge variety of “stuff”. Sometimes we are looking well beyond ten years trying to set a path for the District’s future and at other times the immediate concerns of a single resident. One of the most bizarre days that I have experienced occurred a couple of years ago. I spent the morning on a committee with other mayors, business leaders, etc., chaired by Dame Jenny Shipley, deciding the post-earthquake future of Greater Christchurch and the afternoon dealing with a runaway rooster in Blackett Street! There is no doubt in my mind which was more important. Likewise this month when
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we put out a Draft Long Term Plan to you, the residents of this District, and over the next few years as we develop a District Plan. The former is financial, the latter spatial planning. The small stuff might get before a Community Board, it never gets before a Council meeting. We have contractors and staff to deal with that and all a councillor will normally do is refer the matter to a manager to organise getting right whatever it is. It is easy for councillors to get themselves tied down in roosters and pot-holes. The important stuff, however, involves us in leading the Waimakariri District.
Pegasus Water Treatment Plant Work The Pegasus water treatment plant is in the process of being converted from a chemical treatment system to a biological treatment system.
chlorine levels decrease and then increase back to the target levels. It is expected that these levels will settle out to normal background levels within a couple of days.
The upgrade reached a significant milestone with the first phase of the changeover occurring recently.
Over the next few weeks residents may continue to detect some ongoing changes to the taste of their water as the new treatment process is established.
As part of the upgrade a new chlorine dosing system is being commissioned at present. This is part of works to improve the manganese removal process at the plant, and improve the taste of the water. As part of the commissioning process there is a period of time when there was low chlorine levels in the reservoirs . While this does not present a public health risk as the water comes from secure sources, it may mean that Pegasus residents notice changes to the taste of their water as the
WOODEND BEACH COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB 25TH ANNIVERSARY Saturday 17th February, entertainment starts at 11am, Woodend Holiday Park. Saturday evening, dinner, dancing and entertainment 7:00pm at Rossburn Receptions, Spark Lane, Rangiora. For tickets and more information phone Marilyn 312 7589, or Don 981 6407.
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FROM THE EDITOR
The time is right for a new Editor of The Woodpecker
After much thought and almost 10 years as Editor of the Woodpecker I have notified the Board of the Woodpecker Community Trust of my resignation. I feel the Editor needs to be someone who has a current interest and passion in the community, although I had previously lived in Woodend for more than 15 years, I haven’t for the last 4, and am removed from it, it does not make sense for me to continue in the role. I feel the current Board is actively invested in the future of the Woodpecker, and it is a good time for me to step aside. I have given 6 months notice so there is plenty of time for a new Editor to settle in. With the advancements in social media and technology, there was concern years ago this little publication would die a slow death, but that’s not the case. Circulation has increased significantly and it is still something the community should be proud of. This needs to continue, I am sure there is someone out there who knows how to use a computer, has a bit of spare time, and wants to see this remain part of the community. There are a number of vocal, local keyboard warriors, so the passion and interest in the betterment of the community is definitely there - someone The
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just needs to put their hand up. The Editorship has always been voluntary, I compile the publication, editorial and advertising each month, prep it for print and send it to the printers. We now have a fabulous Treasurer who deals with the invoicing and makes sure the printers bill is paid so you don’t have to worry about any of that, and there are a number of volunteers who walk the streets, ensuring it gets into everyone’s letterboxes. It is a team effort for sure! The suggestion has already been made that the role could be split, and divided by a couple of people, there is flexibility. My resignation and the vacancy will be discussed when the Board meets next on 27th February, however in the meantime, if anyone has interest in this role, or questions please email: thewoodpecker2003@gmail.com Rebecca
Pegasus Woodend Women’s Institute
Pegasus Woodend Women’s Institute wish everyone a Happy New Year and good health for 2018. The year starts with a Bar-B-Que and AGM at Pegasus on 13th February at 10-30am at Thea’s place all welcome. March meeting is at Pegasus Community Hall at 10-30am on March 13th and our speaker subject is Bee Keeping. New Members welcome. For more information phone Helen 3135749.
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WELCOME TO THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR FOR 2018. We are looking forward to another great year at Woodend School with quite a few changes. The end of 2017 saw the retirement of Graeme Barber as Principal (there is a special note from him), Caroline Marris and Sarah Roche leaving, Abbey Taylor on leave for 2018 and Geri Richardson moving to teach at Te Pa O Rakaihautu School in Christchurch. We welcome Caitlin Loose and Hannah Lumsden to the Woodend team and look forward to working with them. FINAL WORDS FROM RETIRING PRINCIPAL GRAEME BARBER I just wanted to let you know what a privilege it has been to be Principal of your amazing school for the past 17 & 1/2 years. You have been a collaborative and very inclusive community that has embraced your schools growth and development into a school now recognised by both internal and external evaluations as high functioning. Through its responsive child centric, participatory and inclusive practices it honours its vision to ‘welcome all and help them be successful’. The world our children now face is faster moving and much more complex than it was even 10 years ago. Within stronger student and staff voice approaches information and data is now pooled and used by stakeholders to co-design the best next steps. Opening our arms to the local Cultural Narrative gifted to us by Ngai Tuahuriri is a great example of how this approach in action. And, how it can engage and empower students, staff and whanau in their connections with local history and what its looks like, sounds like and feels like to be a connected contributing team member. This years production involving all students, staff and many parents was a sensational and emotional visual arts representation of our Cultural Narrative and the talent in our school. A huge shout Page 8 THE WOODPECKER FEBRUARY 2018
out Narrative authors Whaia Geri and Jane Reid, and to writer and director Jo Bartlett and her team for their incredible work. During 2017 as the Katote Community of Learning Lead Principal and while on a sabbatical has meant that Adrienne Simpson has been Acting Principal for a significant period of time. This transition period has been seamless with the school continuing to evolve. The Board of Trustees has recognised this by appointing Adrienne as Acting Principal for the first 2 terms next year while it goes though a planned and deliberate Principal employment process. Having attended school since I was 5 (that’s actually 59 years) it is time to step aside and wind down my involvement in education, towards full time retirement, through part time contract work. Again, thanks for the opportunity, your support and best wishes for the future growth of your school and community. Graeme Barber JP Principal/Tumuaki te Kura Tuatahi o Pakiaka/ Woodend School Lead Principal/Tumuaki Katote Kāhui Ako Executive Member Canterbury Primary Principals Association Executive Member NZ Principals Federation
2017 SCHOOL PRODUCTION At the end of last year the school production (pictured right) showcased through performing arts the 4 destinations (Te Hapua, Te Awa, Te Ngahere and Te Maunga) and how students connect and grow within and between them. We thank Ngai Tahu for gifting us a local Narrative that identified local history and important features that we were able to use to develop our own cultural identity. The production by engaging and involving all students parents and staff has developed an even stronger link with that Narrative. This was truly a great climax to year at Woodend. A big thank you to all involved before and during the production. Thank you also to families for supporting your child(ren) during this busy time. NEW BUILD The Māori name for our school is ‘Pakiaka’ - “Te Kura o Pakiaka” meaning “Roots of the Tree” The name ‘Pakiaka” fits with the ‘Tree’ theme for Woodend School. The roots are the foundation through which the tree receives sustenance; a metaphoric reference to the method by which students gain their knowledge. ‘Ki te kore te Pakiaka, kāore te rākau i tipu’ - Pakiaka is a metaphor for rangatiratanga; without roots, a tree cannot grow. A place name for a location near to the Ruataniwha River (the Cam). Pakiaka is situated at the hairpin bend of the Cam near Harrisons and was the site of old-time cultivations. The Māori name of the two storied building is ‘Te Pou’ meaning ‘A Pou is a carved upright figure; A pillar; A Pou Whenua is a land marker. This name was chosen as it is easy to say, a Pou is created from wood, and the name of the nearby road “Te Pou-aPatuki” (Patuki’s Pou) is likely a reference to the fact that a Pou
stood nearby. The new building will be a “Pou” - an upright structure - for the kura. As a two-storied structure, it could be seen as a “pillar” for the Woodend township. THE WOODPECKER FEBRUARY 2018 Page 9
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PRGI - Pegasus Info Page - February 2018 WELCOME 2018… The Pegasus Residents’ Group are ready for more action and activities in the coming year and look forward to working with and for Pegasus residents. We welcome feedback and input from residents, but do ask that you do that by email or a Facebook private message. Remember to check our website; pegasusresidentsgroup. com and Facebook page; Pegasus Residents Group Inc for news and updates, as well as future events. I know some people are confused about the various FB pages. The only one associated with the PRGI is the one mentioned above. While we do sometimes post on the ‘Pegasus residents and soon to be residents page’, we do not run that page and it is not a good way to contact us.
WANT TO GET MORE INVOLVED? PRGI would love to hear from Pegasus residents who may be interested in joining our committee. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month (except February when we are meeting on the 6th) and are always keen to hear from positive minded residents keen to contribute to the growth and wellbeing of Pegasus. Please contact us by email or phone 021 1080 634 if you would like to know more. You are also welcome to attend one of our meetings to learn more about how we operate… we have loads of fun while getting things done!
PEGASUS LAKE The following information was provided by Todd Property and is for information only. Please note that at the time of writing, the Lake is OPEN and algal bloom NOT yet a problem. Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com Page 12 THE WOODPECKER FEBRUARY 2018
For much of the year, an algae species called Ceratium is present in Pegasus Lake. The pigments within Ceratium’s cells gives the water its brown appearance but this species is not known to produce toxins or have any adverse human or canine effects, and is unrelated to cyanobacteria. Over the past three summers, another algae species – a cyanobacteria called Dolichospermum - has formed blooms during February. Cyanobacteria blooms form as a result of high nutrients, high sunlight and warm temperatures and are part of natural processes that occur in many lakes throughout New Zealand. As a result of these blooms, the lake has been temporarily closed (in the past) as a precaution against any potential toxins caused by the bloom. The same bloom cycle may repeat this year, and we wanted to make you aware of this. Todd Property has engaged a freshwater scientist to undertake monitoring for the presence of cyanobacterial blooms throughout the risk period. Monitoring occurs fortnightly during November and December and increases to weekly from January to the end of March. It follows the Ministry for the Environment’s guidelines and includes visual inspections and microscopic analyses when cell numbers increase. This information is shared with Environment Canterbury and Waimakariri District Council. If cell numbers reach certain levels, Environment Canterbury will close the Lake, and it will not be re-opened until the cyanobacteria have decreased to minimum levels. We will keep you updated over summer. Pegasus - Living It - Loving It!
PRGI - Pegasus Info Page - February 2018 OVERGROWN SECTIONS
The Council have provided the following information regarding overgrown sections:
If you are on our email contact list and think you haven’t heard from us for a while, please contact us to check we have your email address correct.
In previous years the Councils Rural Fire Officer (RFO) has contacted property owners about long grass/vegetation and when necessary engaged a contractor to mow/cut/remove the material. Toward the end of last year the rural fire officer function was taken over by Fire Safety New Zealand (FENZ) and the Council RFO retired. Because FENZ do not have the ability to recover costs (for fire hazard notices and mowing) they have asked the Council to continue the residential long grass fire hazard enforcement. This late decision had the undesired impact of delaying initial notice to property owners, fortunately the rainfall over Christmas and early January has kept the vegetation a little damper than it could have been. The property owner has 10 days from the date of the notice to apply to the District Court to have the Notice cancelled otherwise one month to remove that growth or matter likely to constitute a fire hazard. Only a few owners have contacted the Council to confirm that they are going to or have complied with the notice. For those that have not The Council will be engaging a contractor to do this work and recover all costs from the property owner. Please note that any mowing carried out is strictly for the removal of a potential fire hazard and not done because the property looks untidy. Contractor mowing may commence in a week or two. Contact Matt McIllraith at WDC for any concerns about the above.
Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com
PEGASUS COMMUNITY CENTRE We now have a calendar of events for the Pegasus Community Centre, so please check our website, or check the noticeboard outside the community centre to see what is happening for the month of February. Bookings and enquiries for the community centre should be directed to prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com or phone 021 1080 634
RONEL’S COMMUNITY CUPPA An invitation to Pegasus residents… 14 February 2018, 10.15am – 12noon Pegasus Community Centre Come and join Ronel and many other friendly Pegasus residents for FREE coffee, cake and a chat. We have a small area for young children to play. Please feel welcome to come on your own or bring your neighbour, or even a group of friends. Everyone is welcome. For more info phone Ronel: 021 072 4636
` THANK YOU ` to James and Biddy Gardner (first residents of Pegasus) for their generous donation of a seat for outside the Pegasus Community Centre. Pegasus - Living It - Loving It! THE WOODPECKER FEBRUARY 2018
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Woodend Indoor Bowling Club
Monday 5 March is the start of the indoor bowling season and we are keen to have new members.
We are a small, friendly club and welcome new members of all ages. All bowls are supplied and subscriptions for the season are $40 for social members, $50 for affiliated members and $25 for students.
Please call into the Woodend Community Centre on a Monday evening at 7.15pm. Give Indoor bowling a try!
For further information please contact: President: Helen Power 313 5749 Club Captains: Kelvin Harrison 312 7103, Rex Macauley 313 3627, 021 126 3344
Woodend Netball Club
Grade Trials/Registration – Trial dates to be Sunday 25th Feb, 10am and Thurday 1 Mar, 6pm. Registration fee (not refundable) of $50 to be paid on the first trial date. Primary Trials ( Yrs 7 and 8) – Trial dates to be Tues 6th and Thurs 8th March at 3.30pm. All grade and primary players MUST attend both trials. Future Ferns ( Yrs 3-6) – Registration only Thurs 8th March All trials to be held at the Netball Courts, Gladstone Park. Any queries contact Caitlin Loose 3122237 or Rachael Paterson 3127439
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*NEW* LUNCHTIME YOGA BEGINNER CLASS IN PEGASUS Starting: Tues 13th Feb - Tues 17th April. Time: 12-1pm Venue: Pegasus Community Center, 2 doors down from the Flat White cafe. Cost: 10 weeks for $110 or pay as you go at $13 a class. Booking essential as the course will only go ahead if there is enough interest. You don’t need to be flexible to start yoga. “Yoga is ideally suited to prevent physical and mental illness and to protect the body generally, developing an inevitable sense of self-reliance and assurance. Strengthening while lengthening keeping the breath flowing to connect body and mind.” For more info and to book a space please call Alexandra on 021 044 3208 or email pilatesforyou.alexandra@gmail.com THE WOODPECKER FEBRUARY 2018
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Woodend Combined Club AFFILIATED WITH FRIENDSHIP N.Z. INC
My report for February is very short as we do not have a general meeting in December or January. The last get-togther for 2017 was our Xmas dinner at the Plough. We were all welcomed by “Father Xmas” & his two helpers & given a small gift. Almost 100 of us enjoyed a three course meal. It was our 15th birthday & our first president, Don Fairbrother, and our present president, David Mills, cut a beautiful cake which we later enjoyed. The meal was great and we all left looking forward to next year. Our first social outing for 2018 was to Soda Cafe in January where twenty-one of us enjoyed coffee/tea and a scone. The president usually holds a “picnic” where we all take drinks and plates to share. This year it was held at the Woodend Bowling Club rooms and 37 of us thoroughly enjoyed a great shared lunch. We would like to wish those who edit and all those who read “The Woodpecker” a great 2018. David Mills: President 03 920 0126 and Rae Miller: Treasurer 310 0202
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Rangiora Scottish Country Dance Club
If you enjoy music, the company of others, and like to maintain a healthy level of fitness, Scottish country dancing is an ideal activity for you.
The Rangiora Scottish Country Dance Club, meets at 7.30pm every Monday night in the Trinity Methodist Hall, King Street, Rangiora. No partner, previous experience or knowledge is required, just a sense of fun and a willingness to learn. An introductory Open Night Dance will be held on Saturday 24 February. All are welcome to this event at the Rangiora Methodist Hall at 7.30pm where there will be no charge for a night of dancing fun, with supper provided. We suggest soft
shoes and comfortable clothing. Regular club dancing begins on Monday 26 February, with a special class for beginners running for the six weeks from 5 March to 2 April. The total cost for this course is $30. For more information please contact Audrey (03) 313 6692 or Alison 021 277 5808, or join us on 24 February and give Scottish country dancing a try.
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THIS MONTH WITH HARRY To start the new year off I have been asked by a fan to write a little about the Main Road through Woodend. I actually have quite a few fans and both of them are very nice people. It is intended to accompany any dialogue with photos, and under the kind auspices of our dear editor perhaps a few past and present shots. We will start at the southern end of the town where the pub used to be and work our way north. This will get the tears and the trauma surrounding a much loved icon over and done with first. In the beginning the track north left Kaiapoi and followed the edge of the sandhills towards Woodend skirting the native bush that lay to the west. The present Sandhills road follows the original path. This track then turned to the left along pretty much in a straight line with the present beach road before turning right to what is now the main north road through the village. In those early days the bush came right to where the beach road joins the main road nowadays and some had to be cleared before the Rangiora Woodend road was formed. Before this was done travellers heading for Rangiora branched off at what is now the junction of Woodend and the main road. Soon after his arrival in Woodend, the Rev. John Raven hooked his horse to a plough and cut a single furrow from this point to the Ashley river along a line surveyed by John Cowell Boys. This was to become known as the Great North Road --- even the horse was impressed. A little later, Charles Seaward who worked as a carter for Raven was engaged to form the road through the bush to the south of the town. He did this using a method known as ‘corduroying’ across the swampy ground. Large trees were felled and laid side by side, The road material i.e. shingle etc was then put on top. Page 20
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In early 1856, Alfred St. John White erected the first known habitation, an accommodation house slightly to the rear of the old hotel site. Not much is known about White as he moved about a fair bit. He was born into a fairly wealthy family -- his father was a director of Waghorns Overland Mail that carried mail from England to India by coach. White also erected extensive stock yards near his ‘inn’ with the idea that the drovers bringing stock from the north could overnight at his establish before moving on. By all accounts this proved a fairly successful venture. On June the 4th, 1856, the ‘Lyttelton Times’ reported that G.H.Moore of Glenmark had sold 140 head of cattle at one of the first auctions held in North Canterbury at Whites accommodation house. White was to write to the ‘Lyttelton Times’ denying the accusations he had ‘sold grog not having a license to do so’ but had merely provided ‘refreshments’ to those in attendance. However he did concede that some of Francis Fullers servants may have had more than their share and that some of the local Maoris may have got into the act. At that time supplying the natives with liquor was against the law. White left Woodend in 1859. He was to move about North Canterbury and the West Coast holding several different positions and even spent a bit of time imprisoned for debt in the Lyttelton gaol. He died in 1900. In 1859 Edward Panckhurst took over Whites establishment. Known as ‘Ned’ he acquired a liquor license and named his hotel the ‘City of Canterbury’. He was the first of a long line of illustrious publicans, a man of great strength well suited keeping law and order amongst his patrons although legend has it he very nearly caused the demise of a young Maori boy whose backside he smacked when he caught him pinching stuff. Henry Hinge
The Royal Hotel in Woodend 1895.
succeeded Panckhurst as publican and renamed the hotel ‘The Royal’. Prior to taking over he kept a store in Woodend. In 1863 he failed to get his license renewed as he had been convicted of selling liquor to the local Maoris who had been “seen about the place drunk with him”. He carried on as an accommodation house only till it was reinstated. Hinge was instrumental in forming the Woodend Volunteer Company No. 9 being elected lieutenant. The volunteers were local men who formed a sort of home guard in case the nearby natives became stroppy during the Maori Wars. The first parade of this group was held on the 27th November 1866 and after they were marched to the ‘Royal’ for the handing out of uniforms and “and other business”. It is reputed that Hinge used to take his men for long marches finishing on the road outside his hotel. T.B.C. I watch with interest the construction of the walk/cycle way alongside state highway 72, Woodend to Rangiora. Whilst I agree with any effort to combat obesity and diabetes etc (I suffer from both), I wonder at the luxury of a sealed path when there is still many kilometres of unsealed roads in our district. Another
concern would be just how safe for the residents whose gateways are close to this path. A few would have the front of their vehicle onto it before they could see what was coming. Some of these modern bikes sure belt along, especially the electric ones. Watch Matt Columbus heading for the pub on his. Perhaps the whizzkid who designed the thing will have an answer for these blind gateways. And will we ever be told the final cost? In days of yore there used to be a reasonable amount of reporting on council affairs in both regional and local press. Meeting reports on what was moved or said and by whom. This gave the poor suffering rate-payer a chance to evaluate whether the spending of his/her contribution was business like by those he/ she chose. It also could confirm if he/she had elected a complete half-wit with little or no business acumen. We are about to restart Boys’ Club and have a few vacancies in the younger group. Our programmes are based on the old type Scout activities with an emphasis on the great outdoors, self-reliance and great heaps of boy type fun. No uniforms or subscriptions required -- just a reasonable standard of behaviour. Open to boys aged 9 -10. Give me ring at 313 7832. THE WOODPECKER FEBRUARY 2018
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CHURCH NOTICES
Anglican Parish of Woodend-Pegasus St. Barnabas Church
Priest-in-Charge Rev. Shirley Hawke, Ph: 03 550 3708, or 027 678 8270. Em: shirley-hawke@outlook.com A community of believers, serving the wider community in love.
Well the Christmas season is over for another year and what a season it was. From the present making to the lovely service on Christmas Day, it was certainly well celebrated. All the children had great fun at the present making session, well done to our Junior Leaders for using their time and skills to make it such a success. And just as much fun was had by everyone who attended the family evening, to judge by the photos and comments. Our Christmas services were much appreciated and well attended, with a number of welcome visitors swelling our numbers. The late night service on Christmas Eve was particularly memorable, gently ushering in Christmas Day in the quiet of a candlelight church. The dedication of the Brian Inch Memorial Garden on December 3 was a moving experience. It provides a peaceful and beautiful environment to remember those we have lost. And dedication is the right word, for it has taken some years to get to this point and it took dedication and determination to make it happen. We continued to support Foster Hope this Christmas, providing baking and other treats for them to distribute to fostered children and their families. It was wonderful to hear how much it meant to the families, to be thought of with love and care. Our young people also had a lot of fun painting our portacom, we love its bright and colourful patterns. Well done to everyone involved. Page 22
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This month seems very quiet by comparison; but we need the quiet times to regroup and appreciate the busy ones. Our traditional 9.30 am service has continued to run throughout January, and the contemporary 4.30 pm services begin again in February. The Wednesday night home groups also restart this month. If you would like to come along to any of our services, we would love to welcome you. In the meantime, enjoy the warm weather (hopefully without any more thunder and lightning) and have a Happy New Year!
COMMUNITY NOTICES AGM WOODEND  FLOWER SHOW 26 February 2018 - 1p.m. Cotton Residence Waiora Lane, Waikuku Ph. 313 8410 for information New Members very Welcome WOODEND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE MEETING The next meeting for the WCA Committee will be held on 12th February at the Woodend Community Centre, 7.30pm. All are welcome to attend. Email: Woodend.Community.Association@gmail.com The
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EDITOR & ADVERTISING Rebecca Harris Phone: 0211 966 255 Email: thewoodpecker2003@gmail.com Drop Box: The Grub Hub, Main Rd, Woodend
COMMUNITY CONTACTS Acorn Early Childcare 03 312 2179 Email: jointhefun@acornearlychildcare.co.nz Website: www.acornearlychildcare.co.nz
Woodend Combined Club President, David Mills Secretary, Rae Miller
Gladstone Park Advisory Group Chairperson, Mark Paterson
312 7439
Lions Club of Pegasus President - Clare Giffard c/o Flat White Secretary Sharon Divall
920 4036 920 0102
Woodend Community Association Inc Email: woodend.community.association@gmail.com President, John Archer Secretary, Andrea Rigby
Lions Club of Woodend President David Marks Youth Centre Co-ordinator, Lois Inch
03 352 1016 312 7732
Nature’s Play Preschool - Pegasus 943 4935 Email: pegasuspreschool@naturesplay.co.nz Website: www.naturesplay.co.nz Pegasus Residents Group Inc Email: prgi@pegasusresidentsgroup.com Website: www.pegasusresidentsgroup.com President: Ian Lennie Secretary: Rhonda Mather Pegasus Woodend Women’s Institute Elaine 312 7963 Kathryn 03 327 6621 or 027 335 5771 St Barnabas Church, Woodend Anglican Parish of Woodend-Pegasus Priest-inCharge: Rev. Shirley Hawke 03 550 3708 email: shirley-hawke@outlook.com cell:027 678 8270 Home Groups - Anne Graham 313 4457 Mainly Music – Keith Heyworth 03 745 9181 or email: rurukid@gmail.com cell :027 688 5597 Toy Library
rangioratoylibrary@gmail.com
Tuahiwi Community Pre-School 313 2141 Email: tuahiwipreschool@xtra.co.nz Facebook: Tuahiwi Community Preschool Website: www.TuahiwiCommunityPreschool Woodend Sefton Community Board Chairperson, Shona Powell shona.powell@wmk.govt.nz Ph:021 0231 6152 Deputy Chairperson, Andrew Thompson Waikuku Beach Surf Life Saving Club Danelle Asher wbslsc@wbslsc.com Woodend Badminton Club Paul Henderson
0274 925 936
Woodend Bowling Club President, Rae Miller Secretary, Jenny Anderson
310 0202 312 9076
Woodend Boys’ Club John Harris
313 7832
03 920 0126 310 0202
Woodend Community Centre Advisory Group Chairperson, John Batistic 310 0654 Woodend Country Music Club Marilyn Johnston (President) 312 7589 or 021 136 2929 Don Smyth (VPres) 03 981 6407 or 021 217 2652 Woodend Cricket Club Bruce Davey
312 2413
Woodend Garden Club Rae Miller, President Joy Collins, Secretary
310 0202 323 5258
Woodend Golden Oldies Rugby & Netball President, Tony Hurley 312 7311 Woodend Gym Club Stephanie
312 2993
Woodend Indoor Bowling Club Helen Power Rex Macauley
313 5749 313 3627
Woodend Junior Cricket Amy Hallmark 021 127 6711 Woodend Methodist Church Minister, Rev. Philomeno Kinera Hall Bookings, Evelyn
313 1912 312 7740
Woodend Netball Club Caitlin Loose, President Rachael Paterson, Secretary
312 2237 312 7439
Woodend Play Centre Claire Cameron 022 122 0452 Woodend Preschool/Nursery Sheryl Rule 312 7654 email woodendpreschool@xtra.co.nz website www.woodendpreschool.co.nz Woodend Rugby Club www.woodendrugby.co.nz President, Wendy Giles 021 355 336 Secretary, Karen Giles 021 126 7917 Senior Club Captain, Phil Kennett 027 717 2569 Junior Club Captain, Wendy Giles 021 355 336 Club Room Bookings, Karen Giles 021 126 7917 Woodend Tennis Club Jim Bucknell
313 9405
Woodend Volunteer Fire Brigade Chief Fire Officer, Murray Lamb
312 7487
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