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29 March 2016,
Vol 33, No 1615
P: 06 385 8532 E: [email protected]
Families
bust
guts
P2
Cliff
face
clean
up
P5
Like
their
WiFi
pic?
P8
School
takes
aim
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Easter Hunt
‘back in
town’
Turoa–Ohakune
cycle link: will
it happen?
Imagine walking out of a café in
Ohakune, across the road and into the
Jubilee Park native bush, along the trial to
Burns Street, up the Mangawhero River
Walkway, then the Mangawhero Walk
and on up through podocarp forest, then
alpine fauna to the Turoa ski area.
That is one of the visions for the
proposed 20km cycle/pedestrian trail
between Turoa and Ohakune that is still
being investigated.
Because most of the trail will be within
the Tongariro National Park, a change
to the park management plan will be
required to allow for the development.
Department of Conservation rangers
Paul Carr and Julian Toby said last week
that work is progressing well on a series
of reports required before a plan change
can be considered.
The reports cover environmental
impact, recreational use, demand,
cultural, historical and feasibility, as well
as peer review by experts such as wellknown mountain biker Jonathan Kennett.
The rangers are cautiously optimistic
about the project, with a proposal likely
to go out for public consultation around
June this year.
“There shouldn’t be a whole lot of
reasons why it shouldn’t happen,” says
Paul Carr, who is enthusiastic about the
idea of linking the national park to the
town of Ohakune.
“It would be unique to New Zealand
– to be able to walk from the centre of
town, through native forest all the way up
a mountain.”
The trail would be a unique 1000-metre
descent – one of the longest in New
Zealand.
The idea of the trail came about when
New Zealand Transport Authority was
considering modifications to the Ohakune
Mountain Road to make it safer for
cyclists. The Government agency has
offered support for the separate cycle/
walking trail as a better, safer option.
But the rangers stress that it’s to be
a walking trail as well as a cycle track,
which will help “future proof” the asset,
if cycling popularly wanes.
They say that there are plenty of good
examples of mixed-use tracks around
New Zealand, including the Ohakune Old
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Soane Tiseli wins the adult pig carry on Sunday at the Ruapehu Rugby & Sports Club grounds in
Ohakune. After a two-year break the Easter Hunt is back in town and organisers are rapt with the
turn-out. See Page 4 for details and other pages for more photos. Photo: Glyn Hubbard.
New council building for Ohakune planned
July 2006: local MP Mark Burton opens the remodelled service centre in
Ohakune. The local council now wants to extend the building to meet
demand and new emergency centre requirements.
Ohākune needs a multi-purpose community facility,
says Ruapehu District Council. The need is driven by
increased demands on the current service centre in both
volume and for new and evolving services, says mayor
Don Cameron.
“Council has considered a wide range of other
options for resolving these issues but has concluded
that the proposed development is the best long term
solution for Ohākune and Ruapehu’s future needs,”
says Mr Cameron.
If confirmed, RDC would borrow $650,000 for the
development.
It’s 10 years since the service centre and library
building and the information centre in Ohakune were
built.
RDC says they are important assets that deliver
significant benefits.
“Over the ten year period since their opening
however the demands on both buildings have increased
significantly.”
In its consultation information, RDC says community
and visitor demands have increased considerably.
“The increase in demand is not just one of increased
volume (which has gone up significantly) but for new
and evolving services.”
The Council says users of the centre need better
space/size options that offer more flexibility that can
complement existing private and public facilities.
The centre is also used as an Emergency Operations
Centre (EOC) in civil defence emergencies and needs
“digital capability and other facilities as well as needing
to meet minimum earthquake standards”.
“Unfortunately the current Ohakune council chamber
was not built to the new required standards for either
digital capability or earthquake resistance.
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Families bust a gut
Rosie McIntyre with passengers and daughter Lucy from Hunterville take on the 18km
option for the Raetihi Gutbuster. Photos: Liz Brooker.
Easter Sunday’s Raetihi Gutbuster more than lived up to its family friendly reputation.
Locals seven-year-old Robbie and Caelyn Lilburn, 9, joined dad Robbie riding the 25-kilometre
downhill to Pipiriki while Toby Regan from Wellington opted out of the 50-kilometre leg this year to
attack the 18-kilometre cycle to the Waipuna turn-a-round with seven-year-old son Abe.
Eight-year-old Evan McIntyre and Lucy, 10, from Hunterville also finished the shorter return
course with their mum Rosie who towed along two toddlers in a carriage behind her bike.
Co-organiser volunteer Lucy Conway was delighted to see such a diverse range of entrants this
year.
“We are starting to see the variety of course options truly cater for all level of entrants.
“Other than the babies in the cart, our youngest official rider was seven, at the other end the oldest
was 73.
“It’s so great to see parents who had babies in nappies supporting them the first time they entered
coming back with kids who are now old enough to ride, that’s what this event is all about.”
Along with husband Michael, the pair and their entourage of happy helpers ensured the event again
ran without a hitch.
“We are now in our seventh year and are constantly amazed at the ongoing support we continue
to receive.
“This year a crew came over from Sport Whanganui to help us on the finish-line and businesses
around the region again chipped to ensure all 85 entrants get a prize including the major spot prizes
from Whanganui River Adventures, TCB Ohakune, Mt Ruapehu and Mt Dobson.
“A simple thank-you to all our volunteers and supporters never seems enough but without them
there would be no Gutbuster.”
Make daylight saving
life saving.
Protect your loved ones by checking
your smoke alarms when you put your
clocks back this weekend.
If you don’t have smoke alarms
please get them installed right away.
Sue Ruki from Raetihi at the 18km finish line.
Tony Goodwin from Whanganui heads out with
the 50km riders.
What’s on round
Ruapehu
Mountains 2 Sea race.....................................8-9 April
Ohakune Carrot Carnival................................. 5 June
Ohakune Mountain Mardi Gras..................... 25 June
Turoa & Whakapapa ski areas open.................2 July
Tell us about your event. 06-385-8532, [email protected]
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Find out more at youronlyvoice.org.nz
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long-life photoelectric smoke alarms.
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Ruapehu investment plans up for comment
Two significant proposals described as “necessary to supporting Ruapehu’s economic and community development” are up for public comment
– one involving redirecting money into economic
development and the other to build a “a multipurpose community facility in Ohakune” (see
separate story).
Ruapehu mayor Don Cameron said that Ruapehu has been underperforming economically
leading to decreasing opportunities for all who
live here.
“For some time we have had an ageing and declining population, employment and investment
which we desperately need to turn around,” he
said.
“Although these trends have been driven by
New
Ohakune
council
building
planned
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“While
we
have
attempted to fix these
issues
retrospectively
the
measures
are
unsatisfactory in the long
term.”
The new space would
include: new council
chamber which would be
available for community
use;
a
community
meeting room with more
flexibility;
be
wired
for video conferencing
and have capability for
evolving digital services;
be designed for conversion
into a Civil Defence EOC.
The proposed new
building would be built
on the spare land owned
by Council alongside the
existing service centre.
The new council chamber
will also allow the
expansion of staff working
space within the service
centre.
“This
has
been
becoming a significant
issue and is beginning to
severely hamper council’s
ability to deliver the
level of service being
requested.”
The new community
meeting room, council
chamber and kitchen would
be more appropriately
sized to service the current
and growing demands.
global factors largely outside our control they
have impacted on our traditional job creators
which in Ruapehu’s case was agriculture and its
supporting services.”
“This has required Council to rethink
our approach to economic and community
development.”
“A key part of this is ensuring that our organisations and facilities are properly resourced and
have what they need to do the job expected of
them.”
Mr Cameron said that the Manawatu-Whanganui Regional Growth Study (which includes
Ruapehu) identified eight significant opportunities for enhancing regional growth and prosperity.
“In Ruapehu tourism and visitor services were
identified as offering the best prospects for increasing investment, employment and incomes
in the short to medium term.”
“The Growth Study has now evolved into a
Regional Action Plan programme called Accelerate25 that is working with stakeholders to develop the growth opportunities.”
“As part of this process Council has been leading a Tourism Project Group made up of key
industry operators to develop ideas that can be
taken to government to see where they can partner with our Regional Tourism Organisation
Visit Ruapehu.”
“It is important to note that government investment is dependent on Ruapehu investment.”
“Council’s proposal to re-direct spending to
economic development is necessary to allow
us to take advantage of these co-investment
opportunities.”
Mr Cameron added that it is clear that the option of “allowing ourselves to drift” in terms of
economic development activity and the provision
of key infrastructure is “just not viable if we want
to increase investment, employment and incomes
in Ruapehu”.
More information is at www.ruapehudc.govt.
nz, or in the Consultation Document at local
council offices.
“Your feedback is critical to ensuring our decisions reflect the values and needs of everyone
with a vested interest in Ruapehu’s future,” said
Mr Cameron.
Turoa–Ohakune cycle link: will it happen?
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Coach Road.
“We’ve got a pretty solid methodology for cycle/
walking tracks construction,” said Mr Toby.
The track would use a number of existing trails
including the Old Blyth Track and also old timber
milling tram tracks that were part of the Bennett and
Punch tramline.
“We’ll be able to tell a lot of local stories,” said Paul
Carr of the Bennett and Punch tracks, adding that there
was a lot of historical items still in the area, including old
forestry and farm machinery.
Part of the overall project, could later include the
reforestation of the Ohakune water catchment area.
What’s in a name
Julian Toby said an important part of the process will
be deciding on a name for the trail.
He said it is likely to include “Mangawhero”, because
it largely follows the Mangawhero River and is also
important to local iwi.
Mr Toby said the Tongariro Taupo Conservation Board
supports a review of the park management plan that is
necessary to allow the trail development.
After public submissions are received and reviewed,
hearings on the plan change would take place if required.
The plan change would then go to the Conservation
Authority for approval, then on to the Minister, then back
to the Authority.
Project support
Numerous interested parties would be consulted
throughout the process.
One of those organisations has already made its views
known – the Ruapehu Mountain Bike Club Incorporated,
who have expressed “full support”.
The Club believes the Ohakune Mountain Road is a
very hazardous section of the Mountains to the Sea trail
to ride, with steep and narrow sections and residue grit
from winter roading operations.
“We feel that the (trail) would greatly enhance the
existing journey in terms of its safety, overall diversity
and the total riding experience. A trail formed over
existing tracks and pathways as much as possible would
help minimize the physical impact of the trail formation
within the National Park environment,” submitted the
Club.
“Although our members are keen to see trails that
cater for a broad range of cyclists with varying skills
and experience, we would not recommend or support the
development of a “race line” i.e. trail grades 4/5, catering
for downhill racing enthusiasts.
“Such high grade trails need to be dedicated to
mountain bikes only and would not be suitable in this
environment.
“The proposal presents an opportunity for Ohakune to
become a notable mountain biking destination, opening
up multiple riding opportunities accessible right from
town.
“The lower section of the trail along the tramway to
the lower Mangawhero River crossing and back past the
campground, together with the Horopito loop linking to
the Ohakune Old Coach Road in particular, would help
set up Ohakune as a riding hub.”
“Our members are greatly excited by this proposal
and would be pleased to assist where required, be it with
their labour or by providing information relating to trail
construction or trail conflict mitigation.”
Ohakune quakes
An earthquake shook the Waimarino on Wednesday
night at 11:27pm, 50km west of Ohakune. It measured
4.2 magnitude at a depth of 25km and was centred at
latitude 39.25S, longitude 174.88E.
Another quake on Thursday morning at 9:37am was
recorded at 35km north-west of Ohakune, measuring
3.6 at 25km deep; latitude 39.25S, longitude 175.07E.
Uenuku’s Aiden Gilbert explains the rich history surrounding the immediate Mangawhero
campsite and the Turoa ski-field road area after a blessing of the area prior to work on the
Ohakune Mountain Road. Photo: Liz Brooker
Where to dine in the Ruapehu District
To include your restaurant/bar/cafe in this
guide, please contact the
Ruapehu Bulletin on 06-385-8532, email ads@
ruapehubulletin.co.nz
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LA PIZZERIA B.Y.O. & FULLY LICENSED
THE BEARING POINT
Utopia Café/Restaurant
Lemongrass Thai restaurant
THE CYPRUS TREE
6 Thames Street, Ohakune Junction
Ph: 06 385 8558
Ohakune’s most famous Pizza restaurant! Since 1986. For 29 years we've
been serving hot tasty handmade pizza. We're closed for November, but
will be back for summer. Watch this space for details.
Check us out online at: lapizzeria.co.nz
At Alpine Motel, 7 Miro Street, Ohakune Ph: 06 385 8758
Ohakune's newest taste sensation! Authentic Thai cuisine in a relaxed,
casual atmosphere. Fully licensed, Dine in or takeaway. Open Monday
to Saturday, from 5pm.
OCR CAFE & RESTAURANT
2 Tyne Street, Ohakune
Ph: 06 385 8322
Bottom of the Mountain Road
Hosts Becks & Rodger
Come and enjoy some of Ohakune’s finest in a relaxed cosy atmosphere.
Enjoy a delicious platter and NZ Wine in our great outdoor alfresco
dining. area Gluten free options available.All our animal products are free
range. Fully licensed. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday for breakfast &
lunch. Excellent kids menu.
Clyde Street, Ohakune
Ph: 06 385 9006
Chef & Host: Kristi & Scott Nation
The Bearing Point Restaurant & Bar offers a globally inspired, innovative
menu in a contemporary dining atmosphere. Come in for a dining
experience that can only be described as affordable luxury. Open
Tuesday to Saturday from 5.30pm.
79 Clyde Street, Ohakune
Ph: 06 385 8857
Contemporary Italian flavoured café, bar and restaurant. Enjoy quality
wine, beer, food and friendly service in our spacious, family friendly
establishment. Pool table, fireside lounge and children’s play area, cosy
indoors or perfect alfresco dining with spectacular mountain views. A
great place for casual get togethers or special occasions.
The POWDERKEGBot
Bottom of Mountain Road, Ohakune
Ph: 06 385 8888
The iconic Powderkeg remains Ohakune’s most popular venue for all ages,
with 25 years’ commitment to fantastic food, friendly service and fun time.
The Keg is the perfect place to meet friends for dinner, drink, or dancing
on the table! Open weekdays from 4pm and weekends from 3pm. Come
check out our New Summer Menu.
47 Clyde Street, Ohakune
Ph: 06 385 9120
Fully licensed café open 7 days from 7am for breakfast and lunch. A
memorable atmosphere with a superb range of delicious food and
beverages, served by our upbeat and friendly staff. Fully renovated cafe,
now with stunning decor, gas fire, comfortable seating both downstairs
and upstairs, also with a brand new sunny outdoor (pet friendly) garden
area. Party / Conference Room available (bookings required) - seats up
to 30. Free WiFi with purchase.
NATIONAL PARK VILLAGE
Spiral Kitchen at the Park Travellers' Lodge
National Park Village
Ph: 07 892 2748
Open 7 days for dinner 5pm-9pm, breakfast 6.30am-9am. Come along
and try our new menu.The Spiral Kitchen has a loyal following from local
diners and travellers alike with a quality a la carte menu with daily specials.
Enjoy spectacular views of Mounts Ruapehu,Tongariro & Ngauruhoe. Dine
inside in front of the fire in winter and alfresco in the outside courtyard
in summer.
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Easter Hunt ‘back in town’
Whanganui has established a local Tobacco Control Advisory Group to provide
leadership and strategic guidance for tobacco control and smoking cessation across
the region. The group will also monitor progress against Whanganui District Health
Board’s (WDHB) Tobacco Control Plan.
The WDHB and other key organisations including Whanganui Regional Health
Network, Te Oranganui Iwi Health Authority and Whanganui District Council have
established the group to tackle smoking prevalence and to see a faster reduction in
smoking rates in our district, and to provide guidance for tobacco control.
Tobacco Control Advisory Group chairman Dr John McMenamin says the work
of the group will be instrumental in supporting progress towards the outcomes of
the Tobacco Control Plan 2015-18, which contributes to the overarching national
Smokefree 2025 goal.
“While we know around 1000 people in our region are giving up smoking each year,
Whanganui still has a high smoking rate when compared nationally,” Dr McMenamin
says.
“Because around 900 people are taking up smoking each year, the number of people
smoking is not reducing as quickly as needed if we are to do our part in meeting the
goal of Smokefree 2025.”
In Whanganui, the age group with most smokers is between 20-39 years, with the
highest uptake of smoking in the 20-25 year old group.
“We aim to ensure we have accessible and effective quit smoking services available
to our communities with initiatives in place to prevent the uptake of smoking –
especially for 20 to 25-year-old group.”
The Whanganui Tobacco Control Advisory Group is supporting the re-development
of existing quit smoking services to ensure they work well together to reach the smoker
groups that need them most. The group is driving a number of initiatives across the
community to encourage and support smoke free environments in workplaces, marae,
sporting facilities and other settings.
“Smoking cessation is all about improving the overall health of the community so
we are aiming to help hundreds of smokers quit every year, and reduce the numbers
of people starting - especially young adults in our region.”
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While rain in Northern parts of the Ruapehu District has
left the Whanganui River sitting at well above minimum
flow levels, continuing dry conditions in Southern parts
of the Ruapehu has seen the Makotuku River remaining
at below minimum flow levels when water restrictions
are put in place.
Ruapehu Disgtrict Council advises that the latest river
flow data is the Council Website River Flow page http://
goo.gl/xCes2C
A hunter suffered a gunshot wound to his leg while
out hunting on Saturday, near Kapoors Road in the
Tongariro Forest Park.
He was located and winched into the Greenlea Rescue
Helicopter before being flown to Waikato hospital.
Police said initial reports indicated the 20-year-old
man had shot himself in the leg while hunting.
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After a two-year break the Easter Hunt is back in town.
Ruapehu Rugby and Sports and Club took over the
event this year, with one of organising committee John
McIlroy rapt with the turn out.
“I’ve never seen such a great amount of deer and in
extremely good condition,” he said.
The first Easter Hunt hosted by Ruapehu Rugby and
Sports club proved to be a well supported community
event with 99 big game entries and 59 kids entries.
“Event main sponsor, Daniel Mills of Raetihi Farm
Supplies did an excellent job, providing valuable top
quality prizes for all. Special thank you to Daniel for his
MC services as well,” said fellow-committee member
Shey MacLean.
They also thanked Winstone Pulp International
for their sponsorship; they have been supporting the
Ohakune Easter Hunt for 25 years.
They also thanked sponsors Stuart Roke, Ruapehu
Veterinary Services, Venter & Hull, Steel & Tube,
Toolware, Central Autos, Hobecca, BOC, BNT,
Sparex, MSL, C E Lawford, BNZ Ohakune, On
Track Earthmoving, Maclean Contracting, Ohakune
Engineering, Lindsay Taylor Transport, Ruapehu Blue
Mountains Motel, Tony Punch, Caltex Raetihi, Brian
& Marianne Thrupp, David Bright fencing, Ruapehu
Bulletin.
“Whilst this was a club fundraiser there were many
non-club members who helped to make this event
successful,” said Shey.
“We are very pleased with the overall success of the
event considering there was only a month of planning.
Organisers are looking forward to growing and
improving this event next year and welcome any ideas
and new committee members.”
Hill climb champs to
roar in Ruapehu
Kururau Road and Okahukura Saddle Road next
weekend will roar to the sound of horsepower in
Motorsport NZ Hill Climb Championship this weekend.
Over 20 cars are expected to race in the event, starting
with a practice run and then three official timed runs.
Competitors expected include Scott Jones in a 4WD
– currently leading the New Zealand championship and
Brendon Fisher in a Toyota Starlet –currently leading the
2WD points.
The Taumarunui final comes after two qualifying races
in the North Island and two in the South Island.
Local driver Quentin Palmer, won the climb last year
in 3 minutes 18 seconds, is back. He is ranked fifth
after gravel road races in Pukekohe, Thames Valley and
Waimate.
A minibus will be taking members of the public up
to different vantage points on the hill for a gold coin,
departing from the bottom of the hill throughout the day,
starting at 9am.
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Results
Big 3: 1st We’ve got it covered, 2nd Rip shit and bust,
3rd Rowe Boys. Kids Big 3: 1st Jack Deadman, 2nd Dans
Mokos, 3rd Hine Ataahua Hall. Heaviest Pig: 1st Andrew
Evans 53kg, 2nd Jamie Shrubshall 45.5kg. Average Pig:
1st Andrew Evans, 2nd Jamie Shrubshall. Douglas Score
Pig: 1st Harlem Hawira, 2nd Andrew Evans. Heaviest
Red Deer: 1st Jamie Shrubshall 144.5kg, 2nd Craig
Johns 139.5kgs. Average Red Deer: 1st Jono Maxwell,
2nd Jo Keeley. Douglas Score Red: 1st Jono Maxwell,
2nd Jamie Shrubshall. Heaviest
Fallow Deer: The results announced on the day for this
were incorrect as an error was made in tallying results.
The organisers offer an apology to Bully Chambers and
Tom Spry, the two veterans of this sport who should have
won this category: 1st Bully Chambers 63kg, 2nd Tom
Spry 61kg
Average Fallow Deer: 1st Damian Dickeson, 2nd
Dean Spry. Douglas Score Fallow: 1st Matty Maclean,
2nd Miles Gembitsky. Heaviest Trout: 1st Mykayla
Sandford, 2nd Wilson Dadson. Average Trout: 1st Sam
Rowe, 2nd Waylon Richards. Condition Factor Trout: 1st
Harry Rowe, 2nd Emily Bright. Kids Heaviest Eel: 1st
TeOrangi TeRiaki 3.75kg, 2nd Ahurei Henare, 3rd Elijah
Neho. Kids Heaviest Rabbit: 1st Harry Dobson 2kg,
2nd Jack Whale, 3rd Benson Carmichael. Kids Heaviest
Possum: 1st Cooper Donald 3.05kg, 2nd Lochie Whale,
3rd Miles Donald. Adults Pig Carry: 1st Soane Tiseli, 2nd
Major Nelson. Kids Pig Carry 9 -16 years: 1st Christine
Hawira, 2nd Christian Jobb. Under 8 years: 1st Steelie
Hammond, 2nd Chrissy Winter Jnr. Kids Possum Throw
9-16 years: 1st Christine Hawira, 2nd Katherine Miller,
Under 8: 1st Jim Rowe, 2nd Dalton Neho.
Chopper rescues
A man in his 70’s was injured after he fell from a
ladder at a property near Papanui Junction on Sunday
afternoon, 20 March. He was airlifted to Whanganui
Hospital in the Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter.
The helicopter flew to Waiouru for a man in his
40’s with a medical emergency midday on Monday 21
March. He was airlifted to Palmerston North Hospital.
Waiouru was also the location for a flight on Tuesday
22 March, in the early hours of the morning for a man in
his 80’s with a medical emergency. He was airlifted to
Palmerston North Hospital. The mission was completed
with the aid of night vision goggles.
Community and Emergency Services
Budget Advice
Phone or text Noeline 027-259-5285 or Phone 06 3853253 and
leave message
Cancer Society
Kathryn Greenwood, 06-385-9236 or Sue Prior 06-385-4999
Child, Adolescent and Sexual Health Nurse
06-385-5019
Child Youth and Family Service
0508-326 459 or 06-965-3539
Churches
Anglican, 06-385-4957. Baptist, a/h 06-385-3100. Catholic, 06-3858858 or 027 606 5186. Gospel Chapel, 06-385-8453. Mountain
Church, 027-206-4774. Presbyterian, 06-388-0675 or 06-385-8708.
Waiouru – duty chaplain 06-387-5599 ext 7031 or 021-493-692
Civil Defence
Nick Watson 07 895 8188, 021 247 7340
CLAW community free legal advice
Wanganui 06-348-8288
Disability Resources Centre (Whanganui)
Vivienne Bird, 0800-789-654
Doctors: In an emergency call 111
Dr Corbett 06-385-4211 • Te Waipuna Health Ctr 06-385-9220
Information Centres
Ohakune 06-385-8427, Raetihi 06-385-4805
IRD appointments
06-901-6162
Ngati Rangi Community Health Centre
06-385-9580
Plunket Society
Plunket Nurses 06-385-8265, Car Seats 06-385-5019
Police and Search & Rescue Emergency, call 111
Ohakune 06-385-0100, Raetihi 06-385-4002,
Waiouru 06-387-6884, Military Police 0800-50-11-22
Red Cross
Shelagh Buck 06-385-8610
Rotary, Raetihi - Ohakune
06-385-3033
Ruapehu REAP
0800-00-REAP (0800-00-7327)
Ruapehu Maori Wardens
Justin 021 173 5767
St John
In an emergency call 111
Taumarunui Counselling Services
For confidential counselling in Waimarino phone 07-895-6393
Victim Support Group
0800 842 846
Waimarino Health Care Centre
Raetihi 06-385-5019
Women’s Refuge
0800-800-4-refuge 0800-4-733-84
Waimarino Community Toy Library
027 728 2413 leave a message (turned on open days only)
To update your details call 06-385-8532
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formed
USA parks celebrations start on the Crossing
The Department of Conservation and the USA
Embassy celebrated national parks and the benefits
of getting out into nature during a visit to Tongariro
National Park earlier this month.
Department of Conservation director general Lou
Sanson says Tongariro, New Zealand’s oldest national
park and dual world heritage area, is the perfect place
for US Ambassador Mark Gilbert to kick off a yearlong
celebration of 100 years of USA national parks.
Horonuku Te Heuheu Tukino IV (Paramount Chief) of
Ngāti Tūwharetoa – one of the tribes with mana whenua
(occupational authority) over the land in this region –
extended kaitiakitanga (custodianship) of the peaks of
Tongariro, Ngāuruhoe and part of the peak of Ruapehu to
the people of New Zealand on 23 September 1887. The
other iwi with mana whenua are Ngāti Rangi, Uenuku,
Ngāti Haaua and the Whanganui iwi.
Tongariro, New Zealand’s oldest national park and a
dual World Heritage area was created in 1894. It was the
fourth national park in the world.
Tongariro has subsequently been the first in the
southern hemisphere classified for cultural values. This
status recognises the park’s important Maori cultural and
spiritual associations as well as its outstanding volcanic
features.
“This is the perfect place to launch this celebration,
and walking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing gave the
Ambassador a real sense of the diversity of New
Zealand’s landscape.
Walking the popular Tongariro Alpine Crossing
was the first in a number of events planned by the US
Embassy in partnership with the Department to promote
100 years of USA national parks and to highlight DOC’s
role in the Healthy Nature Healthy People programme.
“National parks engage communities through
recreation, conservation, historic, and cultural
preservation. They highlight values we share with the
people of New Zealand,” says Ambassador Gilbert.
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Happy Valley
Ambassador Gilbert and his wife Nancy with DOC director general Lou
Sanson on the Crossing.
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Welcome to our
new-look website!
What’s new
• The site has been redesigned and rebuilt to showcase Ohakune information,
activities and accommodation.
• The website now has a crisp, clean modern look and feel.
• It uses lots of local imagery to show visitors what the town and the area has to offer.
• The site features a modern infinity scroll format.
• The site is now mobile optimised for all common mobile formats.
As with the previous versions, Ohakune.info includes the Ruapehu Bulletin each week,
now in a reader-friendly Issuu format, as well as the PDF download option.
Back issues are also available.
As a bonus, all listings on the website also have a free listing on the Ruapehu Bulletin
smartphone app, which is available to users for free.
If you’d like to support our website and drive business to your place, call us today
to include your listing – accommodation, dining and activities. We’ll also soon be
including retail and services – get in touch to find out more
We’re looking forward to growing and improving the site even more!
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Armani Thrupp pictured with her biggest eel entry in the Ohakune Easter
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Not content with a second place in the fallow deer category, veteran
hunter Tom Spry took on the pig carry too. Photo: Glyn Hubbard.
CHOOSE:
Game bird hunting
licences are now on sale
with some of the money
raised going towards
preserving New Zealand’s
shrinking wetlands.
The licences, which cost
$92 for the whole season,
allow game bird hunting
throughout the country
in all 12 Fish & Game
regions.
The hunting season
begins on Saturday 7 May
and ends late August,
depending on the region
and species being hunted.
Each licence carries a
game bird habitat stamp
produced by New Zealand
Post, which raises money
to preserve, enhance and
develop wetland areas.
“The game bird habitat
stamp is a great example
of hunters protecting the
environment,” says Fish &
Game’s communications
manager Don Rood.
“New Zealand has lost
90 percent of its wetlands,
yet they provide a vital role
in providing habitat and
protecting the environment
and water quality.”
The money raised by
the habitat stamps helps
protect these areas for the
benefit of native fish and
birds, as well as game
birds.”
Don Rood says nonhunters can also help
preserve the environment
by also buying the habitat
stamps.
“You don’t have to
be a game bird licence
holder to protect these
valuable areas. Anyone
can buy a habitat stamp
in the knowledge that
their money will be doing
a great deal of good for
conservation,” he says.
Fish & Game says game
bird hunting remains
popular throughout the
country, with 40,000
licences sold every year.
Prospects for the 2016
season are good, with
good numbers of ducks
being recorded. The rise in
numbers has been enough
for some Fish & Game
regions to increase their
bag limits and season
lengths.
“In recent years, duck
numbers have not been
as high as they have
been historically and
season duration and bag
limits have been reduced
accordingly,” says Don
Rood.
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RUAPEHU BULLETIN 29 March 2016 • 7
Ohakune squash
The second round of inter-business pool
play was played on Thursday. In Pool One
Ohakune School beat Winstone Warriors 146, Budgies beat Andycaps 13-5, and Suckers
beat Hori 17-3. In Pool Two Campbells beat
College 13-6, Waiouru beat Amoa’s 15-5 and
Jingos beat Macana 12-8.
Draw for this Thursday is: At 5:30pm
on the New World Court: Ohakune School
vs Hori, on the Bearing Point/TCB Court:
Winstone Warriors vs Budgies and on the
King Country Energy Court: Suckers vs
Andycaps.
At 7:10pm on the New World Court:
College vs Jingos, on the Bearing Point/
TCB Court: Campbells vs Waiouru and on
the King Country Energy Court: Macana vs
Amoa’s.
Draws for the Ohakune B grade
tournament, scheduled for this weekend,
will be done this Tuesday evening. Anyone
wanting to enter who still has not should
contact John on 027-231-9316 before then.
Teachers to the rescue for university hopeful
Eye on Ruapehu College, contributed by staff
and students
There is no doubt many teachers go out of their
way to assist students to achieve their goals and
here’s another example at Ruapehu College.
Antonia Hoeta, a Year 13 student, was disappointed to learn that she had narrowly missed entry to Otago University’s Health Science course.
She had set her heart on it. She attended the
summer science course based in Dunedin during
a previous holiday and was always talking about
her dreams and ambitions of becoming a doctor.
It seems that dreams got in the way of the
practicality of learning, as she missed University
Entrance.
“This has been such a wakeup call,” said
Antonia.
But not one to rest on her laurels, Antonia contacted two teachers, Raj Prasad who was on holiday in Fiji and the other teacher, Meredith Wilson,
who lives locally in Ohakune, to see if anything
could be done.
Taking time out, these two teachers came to the Kōrero). It went all the way to Wellington and to
rescue.
the top office. ISSUE No. 45 | 2016 MARCH 7
“One of the benefits of living in a small community is that you really get to know the students and
you don’t mind going that bit extra,” said biology
teacher Miss Wilson.
Maths teacher Mr Prasad who was visiting family in Fiji felt very much the same way.
“Antonia should do well in her studies,” he said.
“She’s a bright girl”.
Antonia was able to complete two standards
that she had not previously attempted and fulfil
requirements to gain the credits needed for University Entrance.
Antonia is now studying at Otago University
enrolled in first year Health Science.
Antonia is Ngāti Rangi, Ngāti Porou,
Ātihaunui-a-Pāpārangi, Te Atiawa descent and
holds the mana of her whānau as she continues her
education.
This report appeared in the Ministry of Education Bulletin for school leaders (He Pitopito Antonia Hoeta – studying at Otago.
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“A lot of science goes into determining the
season duration, with Fish & Game staff closely
monitoring populations and breeding success.
The results of that work mean some regions have
been able to lengthen their seasons$and increase
bags slightly for 2016,” he says.
While ducks are the most popular quarry,
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Service Centre
as you’ve bought your licence, up until 10am
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workshop
services for all
pegging day, 10 April.
vehicles,
wheel
alignments,
computer
If you are new to game bird hunting, visit Fish
diagnostics,
warrant
of
fitness
& Game’s website www.fishandgame.org.nz and
inspections, parts, batteries, Castrol oils.
click on Hunting and then ‘Getting Started.’
For details on bag limits and seasons, please
84 Clyde Street, Ohakune
visit the website’s hunting regulations page
After hours 027 448 4080
(http://hunting.fishandgame.org.nz/content/
hunting-regulations-nz)
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RANGE OF WATTYL & TAUBMANS PAINTS
Wood Splitter Hire
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PARTY HIRE: floodlights,
tables & chairs, heaters,
barbecues, spit roasters,
wheelie bins, chafing
dishes, crockery & cutlery,
dehumidifier, flute & wine
glasses, universal food cooker,
portaloos & showers, 3-section
marquee, horse float.
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Get your wood in early for
maximum heat this winter
Minimum 2 hours
Half day 4 hours
Full Day 8 hours
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Building Supplies
For all your DIY &
Building Projects
FOR THE BIG JOBS:
digger hire, cherry pickers,
pumps, wood splitters,
generators, welders, car trailers,
post hole borers, furniture trailer,
Bobcat & attachments, concrete
equipment, rollers & compactors,
portable trencher
Ph 06 387 6955
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Saturday - 9am to 3pm
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CLASSIFIEDS Deadline 5pm Friday.
FOR
SALE
BARLEY
STRAW
BALES. Bagged barley.
Ph Ronald 021 782 479.
CHURCH OP SHOP
Seddon
St,
Raetihi.
Sumthng
4
every1.
Donated
clean
items
appreciated. Open Tue,
Wed, Thur, Fri & some
Saturdays 10am - 2pm.
Jackie 021-685-728.
EVERYTHING
FROM
A-Z only at Penguins
Secondhand, 56 Goldfinch St,
Ohakune. Ph 06-385-9411.
Firewood Logs. Pine
and gum,call Keith to order
now, 5 ton truck loads, txt
or call 0275 758 377.
Firewood
the
Woodshed.
Shed
dried. Order now. Contact
Ian
06-385-4523
or
027-444-3441.
SUMMER
SPECIALS
Firewood A-Grade
Maire, Old man
pine, macrocarpa,
also gum and
native. Seasoned
and dry. Prompt
free delivery town
area.
Quantities
from bags to bulk.
Order now. Call Mike 027477-1992 or 06-385-9264.
F&P SMART DRIVE
washing machines - NEW
RANGE
WASHING
REINVENTED. 5.5kg up
to 10kg now available at
Ohakune TV Electrical.
Phone 06-385 8700.
SPLIT FIREWOOD FOR
SALE. Mixed loads only of
macrocarpa,gum and pine
for $75 per cube.Ring or txt
Jock 021-088-59401.
Weaner Pigs for sale,
Duroc/Saddleback cross.
8 Weeks old. $85 each. Ph
Alan 027-623-7877.
Business
notices
OWHANGO
INDOOR
BOWLERS,
anyone
interest in playing a social
game on a Monday night,
7.30pm
start.
Starting
4 April. Ride available.
Please phone Roger on
06-385 4868.
GARAGE DOORS, all
types of garage doors,
specialising in sectional
garage doors and auto
openers. For a free
quote ring Alex Ferrier
Building Services Ltd on
07-895-5890.
LAWNMOWING AND
SECTION maintenance
– Phone Alpine Property
Services 0800-896-689 or
027-289-6689 email: [email protected].
TANK SPECIALISTS,
water or septic. Delivered
price quoted. Buy direct.
Ph 0800-487-633.
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business NOTICES
Ross Hardey – Optometrist
For an appointment when next in Ohakune or
Taihape, phone:
0800 4 EYESIGHT, (0800 4 39374)
Bennett’s Tank
Cleaning Services
Septic tanks, water tanks, grease traps.
Call us for fast efficient service. Phone
Chris on 06-388-0452.
Public NOTICES
RANGATAUA
HALL COMMITTEE
ELECTIONS
The Rangataua Hall Committee would like
to call for Nominations from interested local
Residents to join the Committee membership,
at a General Meeting to be held at the
Rangataua Hall on Thursday 21 April at 7pm.
Nominations will be accepted on the night,
or can be sent by post to 34 Kaha St, RD 1,
Ohakune. All interested residents welcome.
WARNING: RIVER
LEVEL INCREASE
FLOW CHANGES IN
THE MOAWHANGO
AND RANGITIKEI
RIVERS
Genesis Energy’s resource consents for the
Tongariro Power Scheme require flushing
flow releases from Moawhango Dam. This
release is the fifth of five releases for the
summer of 2015-2016. The purpose of the
flushing flow is to help improve the ecology
of the river. As the Moawhango River flows
into the Rangitikei River, the flushing flow will
result in an increased flow in both rivers.
The flows will be at least 26 cubic metres
per second for 5 hours (flows are released
Tuesday 9pm to Wednesday 2am from
Moawhango Dam). The flushing flow will
result in an increased flow in both the
Moawhango River (from Moawhango Dam)
and the Rangitikei River on the following
date:
• Wednesday 13th April 2016
Please ensure anyone using these
rivers is aware of these flow changes
If you have any questions or require further
information please contact Craig Brown on
07 384 7241 or visit the Genesis Energy
Website.
www.genesisenergy.co.nz
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Public NOTICES
Phone 06-385-8532. Fax 06-385-8622.
Email: [email protected]
situations vacant
Ohakune Senior
Badminton
Opening night Monday 4 April, 7.30pm
at Ruapehu College Gym
Racquets available.
Contact Jocelyn on 06-385 8581.
TAUMARUNUI MCC
MOTOX FUN DAY
Sunday 3rd April, 8.30am at Kuratau.
AGM
Wednesday 6th April, 7pm at Eivins Cafe
National Park
All welcome
www.TaumarunuiMCC.com
President Nick Robb, 027 430 4430
MAYOR in WAIMARINO
Mayor Don Cameron is
available to meet residents and
ratepayers to talk about any
issues or concerns at Ruapehu
District Council offices in
either Ohakune or Raetihi.
Arrangements can be made for people who are unable to travel
to either office. To organise an appointment please call either
Ohakune (06 385 8364) or Raetihi (06 385 4447).
Team Administrator
/PA
We are looking for a versatile, efficient
administrator with great customer service
skills and a confident, outgoing personality
to match. This role will involve PA and
administrative duties as well as responding
to customer queries.
Role requirements
• Well presented, self-motivated individual.
• Prior experience in administrative and/or
reception role
• Excellent written and verbal communication
skills including exceptional phone manner
• Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines
and work accurately under conflicting time
pressures
• Great attention to detail, organisation,
accurate data entry and typing skills
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and
Outlook
• A drivers licence
• Sense of humour
• Flexible and able to relate well with others
[clients and colleagues]
• Working hours 9am-5pm [1hr lunch break]
If you are an individual that thrives on
challenges, works well as a team, and is
keen to support others in a growing industry,
then this is the opportunity for you.
Apply with CV to [email protected] by 12th April
Public NOTICES
WHANGANUI RIVER ENHANCEMENT TRUST
Annual Call for Project Applications
Formed in 2002 as an agreement between Wanganui District Council, Ruapehu District Council
and Genesis Energy, the Trust’s objective is to promote and encourage the enhancement of
the waters and catchments of the Whanganui River. The Trust is now calling for applications
for Whanganui River Enhancement Projects (Social, Economic and Environmental).
For this funding round the Trust will give special consideration to applications for innovative
environmental projects that help protect water quality in the Whanganui River Catchment.
For land owners wishing to undertake environmental works, the Trust will consider a subsidy
for capital works (e.g. fencing) of $2 for every $1 put in by the applicant.
Specific criteria apply and application forms are available from:
• Wanganui District Council Office -101 Guyton St, Wanganui - 06 349 0001
• Ruapehu District Council Office - 59-61 Huia Street, Taumarunui - 07 895 8188.
• Trust Secretary - c/o Tokaanu Power Station, SH47, Turangi - 07 384 7241.
Email: [email protected]
• Application forms can also be downloaded from the Genesis Energy website:
https://www.genesisenergy.co.nz/tongariro-environmental-mitigation
Applications close Thursday 14th April 2016
For further information contact: Craig Brown
Genesis Energy
Phone 07 384 7241
[email protected]
Application forms to be forwarded to:
Whanganui River Enhancement Trust
c/- Craig Brown
Genesis Energy
Private Bag 36 Turangi
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Public NOTICES
Nau mai e te iwi!
Wānanga
Saturday 16 April, 2016
at Maungārongo Marae
36 Burns Street, Ohākune
Agenda
4pm Pōwhiri
5pm Kai
7pm Karakia
Wānanga
Te Kāhui o Paerangi / Hui-ā-Iwi
Abe Regan, 7, of Wellington waits to head off
on the 18km ride.
Sunday 17 April, 2016 from 9am
at Maungārongo Marae
36 Burns Street, Ohākune
Shereen Ryan of Hamilton and Kylie Parkes of Turangi cross the line
18km ride. See Page 2 for more information. Photos: Liz Brooker.
Agenda
Rūnanga Hui
Representative & Paepae
Treaty Negotiations
Ngā take (general business)
Lunch
Rūnanga Hui
Environmental Update
Marae Update
Administration
Pānui
Please RSVP your attendance or apology to
Jonelle Hiroti-Kinane - Kaihāpai Tari
[email protected] or 06 385 9500
—
1 Mountain Road, Ohakune
New Zealand
0800 N RANGI or 06 385 9500
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facebook.com/ngatirangi.trust
Ngati Rangi Community
Health Centre
April Clinics
(Appointments necessary)
Counsellor – Lynne, Thurs (1-3)
By appointment/Drop In
Personal Health Nurse Jolene – Fri 8, 22 (9
-12.30)
SERVICES AVAILABLE
Kaupapa Maori Mental Health and Addictions
(Annie)
Supporting/addressing needs of Tangata
Whaiora
Drug & Alcohol Intervention
Te Putanga Pukenga Program
A/H service – Mental Health Assessment &
Treatment Team 0800 653 358
Whanau Ora (Tina, Darnella, Margaret,
Chiquita)
Wrap around services for those with High
Health Needs
Maternity Support, advice & advocacy
Support for GP Practice
Tamariki Ora (Tina, Margaret)
Well Child Checks for pepe 0-5 years
Kaiawhina Additional Support
Infant CPR – Wed 13 (10-12)
Hui/Promotional Activities/ Program Support
including
Smoking Cessation, Fitness and Nutrition
Appointments/More Information Contact Admin
Mon-Fri- 8.30-5pm 06 3859 580 /0
or email [email protected]
What's news?
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on 385-8532.
Jo Clark from Raetihi finishes the 19km run.
From left, Raetihi’s Troy Brown (187), Rob Grossart (186) and Robbie
Lilburn (183) ready for the 25km downhill.
CLASSIFIEDS Deadline 5pm Friday.
Public NOTICES
Phone 06-385-8532.
Fax 06-385-8622.
Email: [email protected]
Public NOTICES
Treaty
Information Hui
Ruapehu District Council
APRIL 2016 MEETING DATES
The Uenuku Charitable Trust (UCT) is seeking a mandate to represent
the Central Whanganui Large Natural Group in Treaty settlement
negotiations with the Crown. The Central Whanganui Large Natural
Group has been named Te Korowai o Wainuiarua (TKoW). TKoW
includes the descendents of Tamakana, Tamahaki or Uenuku ki
Manganui-a-te-Ao, nā Tūkaihoro.
The Uenuku Charitable Trust invite all TKoW members to attend a
treaty information hui at:
Time and Date
6pm
Wednesday 13 April
Venue and Location
Copthorne Hotel Solway Park
High Street, Masterton
6pm
Thursday 14 April
Angus Inn Hotel
507 Railway Road, Hastings
6pm
Friday 15 April
Morero Marae
Hakiaha Street, Taumarunui
11am
Saturday 16 April
Raetihi Pa
49 Ohakune Road, Raetihi
11am
Sunday 17 April
Te Wananga o Aotearoa
68 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui
The purpose of the hui is to:
• provide information on the process undertaken by UCT to
demonstrate its mandate to negotiate with the Crown for the
comprehensive settlement of all historical Treaty of Waitangi
claims that relate to TKoW
• provide research information in support of TKoW Area of Interest
For further information please visit www.uenuku.iwi.nz or contact us
on 021 651958.
Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board
6.00pm, Thursday 7 April 2016
Council Chamber, Ayr St, Ohakune
Ruapehu District Council (Finance & Policy)
10.00am, Tuesday 12 April 2016
Council Chamber, Huia Street, Taumarunui
Ruapehu District Council (Operational)
10.00am, Tuesday 26 April 2016
Council Chamber, Ayr St, Ohakune
National Park Community Board
6.00pm, Wednesday 27 April 2016
Council Chamber, Huia Street, Taumarunui
MEETING CONTACTS
Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board
John Compton, Chairperson
National Park Community Board
Jenni Pendleton, Chairperson
Taumarunui/Ohura Ward Committee
Graeme Cosford, Chairperson
RDC Management Committee
Don Cameron, Chairperson
Ruapehu Maori Council
Edwin Ashford, Chairperson
06 385 4204
07 892 2774
07 895 7572
07 895 8188
07 895 8905
Queries? call meeting contacts or your local RDC office
The Bulletin is
online at
www.ohakune.
info
RUAPEHU BULLETIN 29 March 2016 • 11
Raetihi kids draw their bows
Raetihi School’s Archery and Marksman Club is under way, with pupils drawing
their bows one recent Thursday afternoon.
The Archery and Marksman Club will run for the rest of Term 1, Term 2 and again in
Term 4, on Thursday from 2.30pm to 4pm.
“We had a great turn out of students yesterday (Thursday), so much so that we now
have to organise smaller groups and more time to ensure all interested students get to
have a go,” says principal Nuku Wallace.
The students will learn shooting skills using a bow and gun (slug guns) with “a huge
focus on safety and being responsible”.
“We believe that these skills and safety instructions are really important as we have
many farming and hunting families in the school who have guns and bows in their
homes,” said Mr Wallace.
Pony club zone games
Taumarunui and Waimarino pony clubs hosted the Zone 2 Pony Club Games Final at
the Taumarunui Showgrounds on 12 March, where teams from the Bay of Plenty Area
and Taumarunui tested their riding skills “at a great venue and in excellent weather”.
Hosted by the King Country Area with all the local Taumarunui and Waimarino
personnel putting on their usual hospitality, the day ran like clockwork.
The Club thanks all the helpers, both children and adults, in whatever capacity.
“It was much appreciated by the competitors,” said the Club’s Evelyn Cooper.
The Waimarino Pony Club will continue with rallies in the coming school holidays
and are hosting an Open Gymkhana on Saturday 17 April at the Waimarino A&P
Showgrounds in Raetihi, and they welcome all riders to participate.
The season closing will be on 7 May and the AGM on Tuesday 17 May.
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Preparing to fire at their targets are Zeb, Jorja, Victoria and Rebecca.
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Economic growth: should
councils play a part?
Horizons
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Council’s Annual Plan is
out for public consultation
and the Council is encouraging feedback on a few
key updates for 2016-17.
Horizons
chairman
Bruce Gordon says this
year’s Annual Plan remains largely unchanged
from what was set out in
Horizons’ 2015-25 Longterm Plan.
“Last year Council
undertook a comprehensive long-term planning
process to set a detailed
programme of work that
would be carried out over
the next three years. We
don’t expect to deviate
from the decisions made
through that process for
the 2016-17 financial year
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but there are some areas
that do need updating and
we want to hear from our
communities,” Mr Gordon
said.
Events such as the
flooding of June 2015 have
prompted the Council to
adapt its proposed programme, as has the advent
of implementation programme for Central Government’s regional growth
study Accelerate25.
Council is also proposing minor changes in
transport, for the southern
parts of the Region.
“One of the big questions for our communities
is what role do they think
Horizons should play in
regional economic growth.
“Over the past 24
months, in collaboration
with the Region’s mayors,
ministers, iwi and business
representatives,
we’ve
been actively involved in
the production and implementation of a Regional
Growth Study.
“Going forward, we
want to know whether our
community wants us to
be leaders in this space or
play an important support-
ing role by better utilising
the information we hold
regarding the region’s
resources, bringing key
parties together and building on our connections to
Central Government.”
The proposed updates to
Horizons’ 2016-17 work
programme will result in
a rate increase of 2.9 per
cent on average across the
Region.
A summary of key Annual Plan updates is being
sent to all households. This
summary and supporting
documentation will also
be available online, from
Horizons offices and at the
Central District Field Days
from Friday 18 March.
Submissions are open
until 12 April and can be
made: online at www.horizons.govt.nz; via email
to submissions@horizons.
govt.nz; by completing
and returning the submission form on the back of
the summary document;
in a letter to Freepost
217922, Horizons Regional Council, Private Bag
11025, Manawatu Mail
Centre, Palmerston North
4442.