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8 December 2015, Vol 33, No 1603 P: 06 385 8532 E: [email protected] National Park gala fun P2 Raetihi projects lined up for vote The coming together of proposal submitters and the community saw the first public announcement of all the projects vying for funding as part of the $100,000 Raetihi Project. Facilitated by David Engwicht from Creative Communities, the inspirational workshop involved fiveminute presentations from the project leaders present and a wander around the town to explore future possibilities. Proposals were received by the Raetihi Project Group, comprising of representatives from Ruapehu District Council, the Department of Conservation, Uenuku, Ngāti Rangi and community groups and Horizons Regional Council, who hosted the workshop and set aside the fund. At Saturday’s Christmas Carnival, information on all 11 eligible projects will be on display at the Raetihi Community Space on the corner of Seddon and Ward Street. Following this every member of the community aged 18 and over and on the local electoral role or who can prove they are of age and live in Raetihi has the Turn to Page 2 50 years a fireman Chess move wins support P3 Top NZ squash club: Ohakune P5 Lake bike challenge – twice P6 Gunging gets the giggles Waiouru bosses gunged, from left, Lt Col Tony Downey, Lt Col Dougal Barker, Col Jim Bliss, Waiouru principal Marama Stewart and Police Constable Lane Demchy. Photo: Robert Milne. ‘Gunging’ the boss and cakes up for auction proved popular fundraising ideas for the Waiouru Primary School’s annual gala on Sunday. As if it wasn’t soggy enough with the unco-operative weather, five Waiouru ‘bosses’ had coloured ‘gunge’ tipped over their heads, much to the delight of youngsters and others. A bunch of bosses had been nominated earlier, with gunge fans then able to buy a ticket to win a chance to gunge a boss. ‘Lucky’ gungees to be picked out by winners of the draws were, local Policeman Lane Demchy, Col Jim Bliss, Lt Col Tony Downey, Lt Col Dougal Barker and Waiouru principal Marama Stewart. “The bosses all enjoyed their gunging,” said Marama Stewart, who added that all the dye had since washed out. As well as the many stalls offering a range of wares and food, trips to see the Kaimanawa horses were popular with around 100 people taking the bus rides. Unfortunately none of the trips in the morning encountered horses, but two trips in the afternoon “saw heaps”. The Army allowed private cars carrying those who had missed seeing the horses in the morning to follow the buses in the afternoon, supervised through the Defence area, so they didn’t miss out. A cake auction was a very popular addition to the gala, with 10 kids’ cakes and three adults sold, with fierce bidding on some – the top cake raised $75, winning the baker a trophy as well as bragging rights. Funds raised will go to help pay for school extra curricular activities including transport. Marama Stewart thanked their main supporters, Tweedales and the NZ Army, as well as the school community and friends and neighbours from surrounding towns too. Six times a Goat winner Leslie and Bruce Thompson were honoured by the Ohakune Volunteer Fire Brigade and friends on Saturday night, with presentations and speeches, a few tall tales and true, dinner and drinks, followed by dancing to a live band to the wee hours. The event marked Bruce’s 50 years’ service to the Brigade, along with honouring milestones for many other volunteers. Galatea dairy farmer Sjors Corporaal took out his sixth win in The Goat mountain run from Whakapapa to Turoa on Saturday, bumping his young training buddy Shay Williamson into second place. That was despite the young Manawahe dairy farmer posting a personal best time of one hour, 56 minutes 24 seconds, better than his winning time from 2014. The previous record for Young Goats (under 23) was his time of 1:58:22, which he set in 2011. Sjors Corporaal’s 2015 time was 1:52:27, ahead of his 2013 time of 1:56:42. Saturday’s event was the 13th annual Ruapehu Bulletin – the Positive Paper race, with 600 competitors setting off from the Top o The Bruce in six waves, Another past winner, Chris Morrissey, finished in 4th place in 2:04:41, 37 seconds behind Aucklander Matt Ogden. Chris Morrissey wins the Masters Goat division with that time. The fastest local Goat was Daniel Jacques from National Park in the Open Division, in 2:51:02. Next local home was Darren Gamble Ohakune in the Masters, in 2:53:01. Taumarunui’s Rachel Cashin was the fastest local Female Masters Goat, in 2:53:35. Other local Goat results: Dean Sherrit, Turn to Page 7 Six-times Goat winner Sjors Corporal, pictured in the 2013 event. RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 • 1 Raetihi projects revealed Fun of the fair, with foam at National Park Village Sunday was a wet and wild day in National Park Village but it didn’t stop locals and visitors getting out in force to support the second annual National Park Community Fair. This year’s event promised “affordable fun for all the family” and it delivered with multiple food stalls selling a wide range of delicious and local fare, thanks to Schnapps Bar, Macrocarpa Café, Rural Fuel, The Park Hotel and Ruapehu Civil Defence and Rural Fire. There was also a very successful silent auction, two bouncy castles, face painting, a Santa visit, lolly scramble, raffles, spot prizes, art displays, indoor market, nail painting, pony rides, buggy rides, fire truck fun including foam, hair colouring, carnival games, fire safety demonstrations, information stands, arts and crafts area, adult ‘crack the egg’ competition and more. Organisers Tara, Helen and Siobhan had one task in mind – to bring their diverse community together for an enjoyable day out. “To be able to make a difference to a worthy cause was an added bonus,” said Siobhan McKenna. All proceeds were in aid of the National Park School Pool Restoration Project. The pool has fallen into disrepair over recent years and at a time when child mortality rates are so high due to drowning, the school decided it was high time to get this community resource up and running again. “We hoped for, but never expected the fantastic reaction from everyone in the area,” said Siobhan. “From individuals and businesses donating fantastic prizes, food and cash, volunteers offering their time to help set up and clean up, Christmas shoppers and the overall generosity of our entire community we managed to raise $1481. After presenting their ideas on how to spend the $100,000 fund donated by Horizons Regional Council, members of the community and Raetihi Project proposal submitters were inspired by David Engwicht’s views on improvements that could be made to the public spaces following a walk around the town on Saturday. at the intersection of SH4 and RaetihiFrom Page 1 opportunity to then cast three votes for their favourites. Residents can use their three votes all for one proposal or spread across up to three. Voting is being held over a one-week period in December and then one in January. The projects are listed alphabetically based on the surnames of submitters and all projects have 15 words of description each. The projects presented: • Carry out repairs and maintenance to the existing tennis court facility at the Raetihi Rec. • The creation and installation of a public sculpture inspired by local geography, people and history. • The installation of under-bench drinking water filters for all the residential houses in Raetihi. • Install a round-about and fountain Ohakune Road. • Construct and plant natives in a riparian zone along the banks of the Mākōtuku River. • Install 22,000-litre rainwater tanks to provide publicly available drinking water at the Raetihi Pool site. • Install several poles to allow community groups to fly promotional banners across the Seddon Street. • Continue to develop, extend and improve the Mākōtuku River walking track off the Parapara Road. • Further development and upgrades to existing facilities at the Mākōtuku community recreation hub. (Raetihi Rec). • Install floodlights in the Raetihi School clear span as part of the indoor gymnasium development. • Plant 3000 trees and further develop the Raetihi Primary School conservation park including a walkway. Ruapehu District Libraries FREE Summer Reading Programme is now open for enrolments Ivan Adams enjoys the foam fun from the fire brigade at National Park Village on Sunday. Photo: Conrad Smith, Life Captured Photography. Correction Last week’s Te Whare Āhuru Ki Ruapehu story should have identified one of the partners involved in the Ruapehu Whānau Transformation’s insulation funding initiative as the Whanganui Regional Health Network, not the District Health Board. Incorrect information was supplied to the Bulletin. Giving for Christmas What’s on round Ruapehu -REWARDS! -CRAFTS! -ACTIVITIES! -FUN! -A FINALE! For ages 6 to 12 years *And it’s free!!! Bring your library card or join the library. Be quick - Places are limited!! Miller Books 2 • RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 For more info see: www.ruapehudc.govt.nz Raetihi Christmas Parade................................ 12 Dec Waimarino PC dressage/show jumping.13 December Angel’s 14th Christmas Dinner.............. 25 December Tussock Traverse mountain run..... 30 January 2016 Waimarino A&P Show........................ 20-21 February Ruapehu Express, mtn bike, run, walk.. 27 February Waimarino Rodeo.................................... 19-20 March Raetihi Gutbuster ride/run........................... 27 March Ohakune Carrot Carnival................................. 5 June Tell us about your event. 06-385-8532, [email protected] Ski, Board & Bike Cnr Ayr St & Goldfinch St, Ohakune 06-385-8433, tcbskiandboard.co.nz TCB ohakune Raetihi School pupils Zaydis, Jaiyah-Harmony and Xavier help stack donated gifts under the school Christmas tree. The school is currently running a gift drive right up until the school closes on Friday. The School is asking people to donate a gift for a child or family who really need support. The school is working with the Ohakune Police Station to help make Christmas a great time for all families. Raetihi School would like to thank everyone for a wonderful year and wish all families a safe and merry Christmas. Chess move for Ohakune park “It’s your move, Council” – that was the decision of the Waiouru Waimarino Community Board at their meeting in Raetihi last Thursday evening on the future of the concrete pad in Rochfort Park. Board members recommended that the Council set up a giant chess board on the pad, with oversized pieces to be supplied for the moves. The 8m by 12m pad was left after the old skate half-pipe was removed last year after it had fallen into disrepair. Two picnic tables could be installed as well. A set of plastic chess pieces up to 60cm high would cost around $1000 and could be stored overnight in the adjacent iSite building. Board members were told that iSite staff were willing to take on that job. There was concern that the pieces could go missing. “Why do we have to assume that everyone here is a crook,” lamented board member Lucy Conway. Others agreed, saying with that negative attitude the council would never invest in anything in its parks. Property manager Margaret Hawthorne said one of the security cameras on the iSite covered that area of the park. How Rochfort Park’s oversized chess set might look like (in a digital montage) if the local Other ideas put forward but rejected were for a basketball half-court with a single council accepts the idea. hoop, or four picnic tables set up on the pad. Revitalising Taumarunui: RDC wants ideas V iews on the big project ideas for revitalising Taumarunui – that’s the call from the Taumarunui Ohura Ward Committee (TOWC) who want local community feedback for the community group ‘Revitalising Taumarunui’ for beautifying and uplifting the township. Revitalising Taumarunui has been formed as a branch of local promotional association Enterprising Taumarunui Inc (ETI) with the aim of transforming the Taumarunui central business district. Comprising engaged community members who are passionate about refreshing and reenergising Taumarunui, the group is committed to putting the township back on a path to achieving its economic, social and tourism potential, says councillor Karen Ngatai. “Revitalising Taumarunui has some fantastic ideas for giving Taumarunui a facelift, many of which are simple, low-cost and easily implemented with a little bit of coordinated community effort and goodwill,” she said. “There are, however, some much bigger ‘vision’ projects that would cost significantly more to implement and that would have a much larger impact on the town.” “We would like to get a feeling for what local residents think about the ‘big idea’ projects,” said Karen Ngati on behalf of the ward committee. Ideas are: transforming small unused spaces into parks (parklets); turning the one-way section of Manuaute Street into a pedestrian mall with a playground; installing a fenced ‘active area’ on Hakiaha Street including a bike park and playground; and lighting up Hakiaha Street with LED lights to create a night time light spectacle. More information and a copy of the presentation is at www.ruapehudc.govt.nz. “People can send in their thoughts on-line via the website or fill out one of the Taumarunui Revitalisation feedback flyers that have been distributed around town.” Cr Ngati invites anyone wanting to know more to call her on 07-896-6658. The Taumarunui Ohura Ward Committee is seeking public feedback on ideas for beautifying and revitalizing Taumarunui. It’s a Raetihi Christmas this Saturday The annual Raetihi Christmas Carnival and Parade taking place on Saturday 12 December is shaping up to be even bigger and better than usual, says organiser Alison Hope. She said she is thrilled with the new additions to what is always a fun community get-together. “This year we have Uenuku Charitable Trust joining us with a big whanau day, celebrating cultural ethnicity and whanau engagement through food, performance, craft and educational experience.” Dave ‘Sims from Raetihi Primary School, or “Simzy” as he’s known to fans of his music, is a new addition to the live music line up. Mike Hoeta, Shane Harvey and their respective bands will be also be entertaining the crowd. Another new feature is a fancy dress contest. There will be spies amongst the crowd handing out spot prizes of $20. Stall holders, visitors – anyone who makes the effort will be in the running. The decorated bikes and scooters will be judged in front of the stage at 11.30, giving them time to get down to the saleyards so they can join in the famous float parade, which begins at 12 noon. The kids’ cupcake decorating contest is back as it’s proved very popular with the talented bakers of the Waimarino. Part of the Whanau Day is a “selfie” compe- tition with the theme “what does whanau mean to you?” Entrants need to pre-register at www. uenuku.iwi.nz or phone/text Ariana on 027556-6193 to find out more. They promise big prizes to winners. “We’ve got over 30 stalls already registered, it’s going to be a marvellous way to do your Christmas shopping locally,” says Alison, “so come on down to Seddon Street in your fancy dress, enjoy the entertainment, check out our talented stall holders’ crafts, goods and food.” “Find out more about your local iwi, the kids can get their faces painted and after the parade can meet Santa in his cave.” For more, call Alison on 06-385-4108. We’re closed from Sunday 29 November, until further notice. Watch this space for details on when Franz is back on his feet! Where to dine in the Ruapehu District ohakune Alpine Restaurant & Wine Bar Cnr Clyde & Miro Streets, Ohakune Ph: 06 385 9183 Host: Franz Popular amongst the locals for a guaranteed good meal. Owner, Franz, will prepare you a wonderful, classic European meal accompanied by your choice of fresh seasonal vegetables or salad. Enjoy a fine liqueur or wine at the bar while you wait. Open 7 Days. Bookings essential. Please note: We’ll be closed from Sunday 29 November, until further notice. Watch this space for details on when Franz is back on his feet! LA PIZZERIA B.Y.O. & FULLY LICENSED 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 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. Our fish is delivered fresh every Friday. Fully licensed. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday for breakfast & lunch. Excellent kids menu. Book now for your Christmas Function (Friday, Saturday or Sunday). ohakune Lemongrass Thai restaurant 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. THE BEARING POINT 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. THE CYPRUS TREE 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. ohakune Utopia Café/Restaurant 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. To include your restaurant/bar/cafe in this guide, please contact the Ruapehu Bulletin on 06-385-8532, email ads@ ruapehubulletin.co.nz RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 • 3 Ohakune kids rolling in the prizes Room 7 at Ohakune Primary School have been rolling in the prizes this year. Earlier this year they were winners of the ‘Keep New Zealand Beautiful’ mural competition where prizes included a new 40inch television and Lumix digital camera and now, thanks to Wairere Rolls, they have won $250 worth of Papermate products and $750 to spend on the classroom. Wairere Rolls was one of six winners out of over 1000 entries nationwide in an Office Max and Papermate writing competition. The competition required learners to write using the prompt ‘What do I want to be when I grow up.’ Wairere wrote about her desire to be a ballerina (she’s since changed her mind and now would like to be a marine biologist). She was allowed to make the decision on how the $750 was spent, with $50 buying hot chips for her and her classmates to enjoy and the remaining $700 buying Wairere Rolls, at centre, with her prizes and classmates Jorja Pearce and Alizaye Mcleod. two Acer Chromebooks. Ohakune District Court The following cases were heard by Judge David Smith in the Ohakune District Court on 4 December. Attack with a hammer David Logan Tuirirangi of Palmerston North pleaded guilty to injuring with intent and being in the possession of an offensive weapon after a domestic related incident on Seddon Street, Raetihi, on 8 November. The Police summary of facts states the 44-year-old had been walking down the street in Raetihi when he encountered the victim who Tuirirangi had been having on-going issues with. “The defendant has turned towards the victim and begun swinging punches at him with both hands, none of which struck. “He then attempted to tackle the victim and a brief scuffle ensued.” After a brief exchange of words they shook hands and walked off. However, Tuirirangi became angry about how the victim had looked at him and decided to ‘teach the victim a lesson’. “The defendant approached the victim from behind with a hammer raised above his head ... the victim put his arms up in an effort to defend himself and at the same time stepped out of the way.” At least three swings of the hammer were made and one struck the left-hand side of the victim’s head. Tuirirangi was convicted and sentenced to two years, six months imprisonment. Firearm, trespass charges Stephen Hoani Brown of Rangataua pleaded guilty to being found in the possession of a firearm without a licence along with trespassing and hunting in the Karioi Forest without permission, on 17 July. Other parties were also charged in relation to this incident. The Police summary of facts said the 44-year-old had been seen by two other hunters. “As [one of these men] went to a bailed pig he notices there was more than his own dogs. “This is when one of the undesirable members of the defendant’s hunting party emerged with a knife to deal to the pig and was unaware [the witness] already had hold of it. “Once this male realised [the witness] was there, he ran off.” In sentencing, Judge Smith said the defendant had put himself in an unenviable position. “You appear before the court with quite a long history ... here you are again appearing on similar charges. “You have a sense of entitlement.” Brown was convicted, sentenced to six months community detention and ordered to complete 80 hours community service. Assaulted a female Phillip Damian Hansen of Raetihi pleaded guilty to assaulting a female and intentionally damaging a vehicle in a domestic related incident, on 1 August. Judge Smith acknowledged the 36-year-old’s remorse and the steps he’d taken since. “This is the person that cares for you. “You had returned having been drinking alcohol after rugby ... for some reason an argument started ... you knocked her out. “The sad thing is you were so drunk you couldn’t properly recall it. “Let’s hope this is the last time you are back in court.” Hansen was convicted and sentenced to five months community detention. Threat to injure Gene Henare of Waimarino pleaded guilty to threatening to injure in a domestic related matter, on 16 November. Police prosecutor David Grey told the court the 42-year-old had threatened to “smash the victim in the head”. “She believed he was going to kill her.” In sentencing, Judge Smith said it was going to become a “very expensive night” for the defendant. “It’s a serious matter and the alternative is you go to prison. 4 • RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 “You need to take some steps to learn how to avoid doing that again.” Henare was fined $500 and a protection order was made. Careless driving Penelope Liza Waimaria Crapp of Ohakune pleaded guilty to refusing to give a blood specimen and the careless operation of a motor vehicle on Ballance Street, Raetihi, on 10 November. Police prosecutor David Grey told the court the 46-year-old had driven off the road and struck a farm fence. “The vehicle became stuck in the fence and despite attempting to drive back out the defendant could not free it. “On arrival, the defendant was observed yelling and screaming and attending officers could make no sense of what she was saying. “At first she stated her handbag was on fire but then changed her story multiple times and could not explain why she had driven off the road.” In sentencing, Judge Smith said the defendant’s behaviour “raises serious concerns”. Crapp was convicted, disqualified from driving for 18 months, fined $500 and ordered to complete 100 hours community service. Too speedy, Gonzales Vicente JR Paculba Gonzales of Otorohanga pleaded guilty to exceeding the speed limit on State Highway 49, on 14 November. Police prosecutor David Grey told the court the 36-year-old had been travelling in 100-kilometreper-hour zone area when clocked by officers at 166km/h. “At the time traffic was light and it was a fine, sunny day. “In explanation, the defendant said he needed to go to the toilet.” In sentencing, Judge Smith told Gonzales he was lucky to not be facing more serious charges. The 36-year-old was convicted and fined $750. Drove while forbidden Katie Bruce of Raetihi pleaded guilty to driving while forbidden, on 26 November. Police prosecutor David Grey told the court the 19-year-old had come to the attention of Police at a routine traffic stop. “In explanation the defendant said her nephew missed the bus so she had to drive him to school.” Bruce was convicted, fined $250 and ordered to pay $130 court costs. Multiple charges Turaahui Wiari of Rangataua pleaded guilty to a number of charges resulting from three separate incidents. On 16 June, the Police summary of facts states the 34-year-old was found in possession of a stolen vehicle, knives, cannabis, utensils and stimulants after being stopped by officers on Clyde Street. “Police checks revealed the vehicle to have been reported stolen. “In explanation the defendant said he was given the car by an associate ... [and] didn’t know anything about the drugs or the knives.” On 16 August the defendant used a screwdriver to remove the door lock of a vehicle sitting in the Waitonga Falls car park and then took a “large amount of property”. “The defendant stopped approximately four kilometres further up the road and hid the stolen property in the bush. “In explanation, he said he was in the wrong place at the wrong time. “All the items were recovered.” On 24 September the 34-yearold failed an evidential blood test after a positive result was found for methamphetamine and cannabis. “The defendant was observed driving slowly along the [Dreadnought] road and weaving across the centre line into the opposite lane.” On all charges Wiari was convicted, sentenced to five months home detention, disqualified from driving for 12 months and ordered to pay $800 towards the cost of the blood test. Letters New memories from reunion • It was with great pleasure and joy that I attended the 60th anniversary for Ruapehu College Reunion and then spent seven days with my cousin Elizabeth Pakai. I lived here till I went to boarding school in Napier and later to work in Wellington. My father was Lim Joe, my Mum was Daisy Puhorowai Lim and Step Mum Diacey. My Dad gardened at properties in Raetihi and Ohakune. I have four brothers, a sister and myself and we all worked hard in the gardens and house. Today I am leaving with wonderful memories of Ohakune and Raetihi, of meeting old friends and visiting haunts of old. The air is clear, crisp and brilliant to breathe – no smog! Miro Street no longer has my family home and bowling green in front, only the concrete wall covered with shrubs; the pine trees are double the height where we played “houses” under them. Lots of rental properties now are everywhere but the heart of ’Kune and surrounds is still there. Off for a pedicure and manicure – couldn’t do that in the old days. Thank you everyone for the new memories and fabulous hospitality. Lorraine Lim, Brisbane, Australia Meals on Wheels help • Thank you to the few folk who have offered to help with Meals on Wheels. It’s much appreciated as we can never have too many volunteers. Someone wanting to help left a message on my phone but my phone cut out before you left a contact phone number. If you’re still prepared to help would you please phone me again on 06-385-8119. Lauretta Eades Mo correction Last week’s Bulletin article, ‘Mustachioed mates make Movember money’ incorrectly named the man who volunteered to have his hair and beard shaved off. He was in fact Rex Hall. Incorrect information was supplied. Waimarino weather The temperatures and rainfall since the last published data as measured at the Ruapehu College Weather Station. 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NZ’s second longest river (6) 6. She hosted children’s TV show You and Me (4,4) 7. Residence (8) 12. The New Zealand owl (8) 13. Glue (8) 14. Flock of sheep (3) 15. Nonetheless (3) 19. Introduced animal with about 12,000 in New Zealand (6) 21. Unimportant (5) 22. Unforeseen problems (5) 23. Hurl (5) SOLUTIOn 1571 Across 1. Dick Quax, 7. Occur, 8. Persimmon, 9. Law, 10. Tile, 11. Island, 13. Weasel, 14. Versus, 17. Ansett, 18. Knew, 20. Kid, 22. So to speak, 23. Twist, 24. Herdsman. Down: 1. Depot, 2. Corolla, 3. Quit, 4. Almost, 5. Scold, 6. Prowess, 7. On paper, 12. Persist, 13. Waikato, 15. Sunbeam, 16. Statue, 17. Admit, 19. Woken, 21. Used. Ohakune Squash is NZ club of the year Ohakune was announced as the New Zealand squash club of the year for 2015 at the national awards dinner last week. They were nominated by the Central Region as winners of their district club of the year. They were then shortlisted to one of three finalists from the 11 regional nominations before being announced overall winners. As well as the title and associated trophy and award certificate, they received $1000 and several specially printed stickers for members highlighting the achievement. John Laurenson was also one of three finalists in the volunteer of the year section and Matthew Laurenson was one of three finalists in the category for new coaches. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all our valued clients. We will be closing late 24 December, re-opening on 5 January. 18 Goldfinch St, Ohakune. Ph 06 385 8667 Club of the Year members John Laurenson, at left, and Roger Suckling. Photo supplied. King Country property market: ‘positive times ahead’ says valuer While the property market trough in the King Country is “deeper than previously envisaged”, local property valuer Adrian Doyle says he believes “that there are positive times ahead”. He made the comment in his latest quarterly commentary, that looks at the market over the previous 12 months. He said the rural property market remains strong with 23 pastoral farms over 100ha sold in the last 12 months, one less than last quarter. The average size was 372ha, a slight decrease. The median farm price remained stable at $2,050,000. The average price per hectare was $6840, the same as last quarter. Ten dairy sales over 40ha were recorded, three less than the last period. The average size was 154ha, the median sale price falling by 18% to $3,300,000. The average sale price per hectare remained steady at $28,824. In Hakiaha Street, Taumarunui, the commercial vacancy rate remained at 20.25% over 79 tenancies, still above the long-term average of 16.19%. Seventeen smaller lifestyle blocks sold over the last year in Taumarunui, with sale numbers up by two. The average lifestyle price was $297,882 and the average size was 3.60ha. Ohakune’s median residential house price fell by $2250 to $168,750. Sale numbers rose to 56. The average sale price fell to $186,138. Taumarunui residential sale numbers rose again to 119. The median house price remained steady at $80,000 and the average sale price fell to $95,187. The national median house price by comparison fell by $5000 to $460,000. The REINZ Monthly Housing Price Index rose 16.6% for the year. Raetihi Christmas Carnival & Parade j Saturday 12 December Seddon Street, Raetihi jSimzyj jMarketsj jLive Musicj jFloat Paradej jVintage Carsj jSanta’s Cavej jFace Paintingj jMinature Horsesj jQuickfire Rafflesj jFather Christmasj jCupcake competitionj jSpot prizes for Fancy Dressj jFamily decorated Bikes & Scootersj jBill Manson's Wild Food Presentationj For stallholders' forms contact Ali on 06-385-4108 Plenty to see and do Seasons Greetings from the team at Ohakune Take Note Check in store for holiday opening hours Brian, Penny & our awesome team wish all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. Thank you all so much for your support in 2015. Ph/Fax: 06 385 8207 or 027 472 8635 Season’s Greetings to you all! We will be closed from 5pm on 22 December 2015 and will re-open on 6 January 2016. Offices in Wanganui | Ohakune | Taumarunui 22 Ayr St, Ohakune. Phone (06) 385 8801. www.balanceonline.co.nz Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! From your local ENZED man, Colin Powell - 021 375 849 Merry Christmas to all our advertisers and readers. All the best for 2016. Our office will be closed from Thursday 17 December 2015 and will re-open Wednesday 13 January 2016 We will be checking our messages and emails regularly so please stay in touch! RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 • 5 Constable’s cycle challenge, twice It’s a challenge enjoyed by many in November – the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge – which sees competitors ride 160km around the lake, in teams and as individuals. For Ohakune police constable Willie Aitken that wasn’t enough so he joined 80 others for the ‘enduro challenge’ – twice around the lake. Setting off at 1.30am on Saturday 28 November, rode for 12 hours, seven minutes and six seconds, to place 30th of the 80. As if that wasn’t enough, he then cycled to where his daughter was taking part in a children’s ride, to cycle along with her. Photo: www.marathon-photos.com. Schools work together on dyslexia This year Ohakune and Raetihi Primary Schools have been working collaboratively to deliver dyslexicfriendly programmes to improve the outcomes for learners who show dyslexic tendencies with “phenomenal results”. Sarah Rowe and Helene Dobson led the implementation along with Davis Dyslexia facilitator Rochelle Booth this year along with the support of Raetihi principal Nuku Wallace and Ohakune principal Blair Dravitski. “Dyslexia is a learning style where individuals tend to think in pictures rather than words, receiving and retrieving information in a different part of the brain to neurotypical, word-based thinkers,” said Helene Dobson. She said dyslexia can also affect more than words alone, impacting skills such as auditory and information processing, planning and organising, motor skills, working memory and concentration. Some of the most successful people in the world have been dyslexic such as Albert Einstein, Sir Richard Branson, Sir Richard Taylor (Weta Workshop), Tom Cruise, Jamie Oliver, Steve Jobs, 3 NEW FORDS HAVE COME TO TOWN Talk your choice with me now! Contact Dave Season’s Drive Greetings with care! Pablo Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci and Stephen Spielberg to name a few. Raetihi targeted some of their senior students and Ohakune targeted some of their year 2/3 learners with both schools seeing accelerated progress. Both schools spent in excess of $20,000 combined and the value in this approach to teaching has been well worthwhile, say the two principals. This success led to Rochelle, Sarah and Helene travelling to Parliament last week to present their findings to a select committee of MPs from most parties at Bowen House. The MPs were all extremely interested in what they had to say. They got a chance to state their point, which is that the government must make funding and resourcing more of a priority in schools for these students. The committee seemed very pleased with the impact the Davis Dyslexia tools have had on their students. Over 200 submissions have been heard over the last few months so the women are hoping changes are not far away. Sarah Rowe and Helene Dobson outside Parliament, where they spoke to MPs on dyslexia. SPRAYING . FERTILISER . SEEDING LIFTING . FIRE . TRANSPORT Helping you achieve the best results Scott Anytime 06-385-8256 | 027 485 7693 Wanganui Motors | Ohakune Wish your customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy 2016 here! Contact us on 06-385-8532 to get your message in the Ruapehu Bulletin on 15 December Your message to your cusomers, priced from just $58.85 + GST! 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Traverse opening delayed Continued vandalism to the 42 Traverse track, allegedly carried out by some four-wheel-drive vehicle users, has led to a Department of Conservation decision to keep the track closed to larger vehicles until at least 8 January. DOC had earlier announced that the track would be reopened to all vehicles on 1 December. Large concrete barriers had been installed to restrict access to vehicles larger than quad bikes, but vandals had moved the barriers, allowing access that has led to more damage on the track. Photo: Department of Conservation. Book Now! Christmas Day Dinner Buffet - Complete with all the festive trimmings Adults $75, children 12 & under $35 The Park Hotel Ruapehu 2/6 Millar Street, National Park For bookings and enquiries: 0800 800 491 [email protected] DO BIG THINGS WITH SPARK BUSINESS WANGANUI Spark’s web builder lets businesses make their own website. It’s really easy. In fact you can design and set up a website in just 20 minutes. 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Shortly parents and caregivers will be notified of the subjects that their child has chosen for next year. “We will provide an opportunity to come and discuss this with their deans prior to school returning should you wish to make changes,” advises principal Kim Basse. She said change of subject choice$may occur as a result of exam results. “Our junior students will also receive a comprehensive report. This might be a good time PlaceMakers to discuss subject choices and directions for next BATH ROyear,” OMS she said, adding that parents can contact the school should they have any concerns. “It has been a good year at Ruapehu College and we look forward to even more progress next year. Have a safe and enjoyable festive season.” Year 9 Camp Amy Hemi, departing teacher. Last week 33 students and a number of Farewell to Amy Hemi teachers and parents headed on the long journey Amy Hemi, head of performing arts, leaves toward Valhalla and a week of summer camping. next year after two years at Ruapehu College. This lovely coastal property is owned by the “Amy has contributed with her music Danish Society and the students are invited prowess. She has assisted students to perform to attend because the principal Ms Basse has at various school and community events, with Danish heritage. performances at prize giving, kai night and the Valhalla is located near Leigh, a fishing village school production to name a few,” said Ms Basse. just east of Warkworth. The grounds span a Amy has also taught maths and te reo and peninsular with the sea on one side and a sheltered helped with the kapa haka group. bay on the other. The property has a house with “We wish her all the best for the future,” said seven bedrooms and well-manicured grounds Ms Basse. with a shelter belt of flowering pohutukawa trees. Shooting champion e. GE Finance credit lending camped criteria, $55 establishment fee and $55 annual Theand students beneath these trees. alid in conjunction with Know How Card, trade discounts or any other promotionalKeaton Norling was awarded 1st junior at the The team safely mid-afternoon after the South Island South Zone New Zealand qualifying roved before any products will arrived be ordered. hot and long journey. The tents were put up, flags shoot and was placed 2nd in the A-grade at raised, then they were off for a swim. Students Wanaka last weekend. needed little encouragement to swim in the bay He then travelled to Timaru to the New Zealand as it was warm and although the sky was cloudy Open and was again awarded 1st Junior. it was very, very humid. This was followed by dinner cooked by chefs Adele Couper and Lee Artz, along with a number of other helpers. It was a week of snorkelling, raft building, rope course, swimming, tramping, fishing and meetings on leadership and their place in the world. Morning sessions finished with the school song and haka. The students visited Auckland University Marine Reserve at Goat Island and heard about the work there. They also visited Ti Point, Omaha, for paddle boarding and jumping off the jetty at Leigh. “The weather was fantastic even for lighting fires down at the surf beach in the evening and cooking marshmallows,” said Ms Basse. “Overall, it was an enjoyable camp thoroughly enjoyed by all. Thanks to the teachers and parents for their hard work and assisting to make this Keaton Norling, shooting champion. camp the success it was.” SPEND* WITH YOUR KNOW HOW CARD. 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Ruapehu golf Robert and Anton Edmonds shared first place at the Waimarino Golf Club’s Twilight Golf on Thursday, closely followed by Sam Laurenson and Tom Spry. Steve Wallace and Graham Murdie who scored a two shared third. Twilight Golf continues this Thursday – tee off between 4pm and 6pm – all beginners, hackers and golfers welcome. Junior Golf continues this Thursday at the club between 3.30pm and 5.00pm. Golf coach Tracey will be there and all junior golfers and helpers are welcome. Adam Hinana and Aroha Irwin shared first in the Sunday haggle. Scott Irwin continued the family theme finishing a close second. The Waimarino Golf Club AGM is on Monday 14 December at 7.00pm and the club Christmas cheer is on Sunday 20 December. 8 • RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 Attention Hire Why buy it ... hire it! 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Waiouru Primary Sports Cup Year Four and Five junior boy Sam Bliss, girl Liz Vitata. Waiouru Primary Sports Cup, Intermediate boy Year Six and Seven boy Cullen Cross and Jeremiah Mihaere, girl Ella Winter. Waiouru Primary Sports Cup Senior Year Eight boy Timothy Browne, girl Rejoyce Vitata. Waiouru Primary School Most Promising Cross Country Runner - Running for the love of it –Sam Bliss. Harding Trophy For Excellence in Computer Skills, Isaiah Theodore; Rongo-marae-roa-o-nga-hau-e-wha Taonga for positive attitude towards Te Reo and Tikanga Maori, Victoria Bethell and Mackenzie Hulena. Joe Pohatu Prize for Cultural Leadership, Nasi Manu. Waiouru Enviro cup Amelia Bethell and Elaina Vine. WPS House Shield, Ngauruhoe. Waiouru School Academic Achievement Cup for best overall academic student, Isaiah Theodore. Korowai holder (school leader) The person who encapsulates all of the values of the school, Cullen Cross. 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Ph 0800-487-633. 9OURDOGSHOMEAWAY Essential FROMHOME & handyman Free quotes Phone Joel MITREDALE, OHAKUNE summer Vaccinationholidays Certificate Public NOTICES Christmas Carnival and Parade Saturday 12 December 2015 PURSUANT to Section 342 of Schedule 10 of the Local Government Act 1974, notice is hereby given that the Ruapehu District Council will close the following streets for the Christmas Parade as per the details below: Event: Raetihi Christmas Carnival and Parade Time: 9.00am to 2.00pm Road Proposed to be closed: Seddon Street between Ward Street and Duncan Street A detour will be available via Queen Street and King Street. All queries should be directed to Cook Te Wano at Ruapehu District Council phone 06 385 8364 or 07 895 8188 ext 280. 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 first 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 9 hours (flows are released Tuesday 9pm to Wednesday 6am 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 16th December 2015 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 10 • RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 LOCAL LAWNS QIGBY Vaccination Certificate Essential QIGBY Road Closure - Seddon Street, Raetihi Business notices 021-0880-2916 FOR SALE Business notices LAWNMOWING AND SECTION maintenance – Phone Alpine Property Services 0800-896-689 or 027-289-6689 email: [email protected]. Ohakune New World will be closing at 7pm on Wednesday 9 December due to staff Christmas function. situations vacant Firewood 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 027-477-1992 or 06-385-9264. Firewood Logs. Pine and gum,call Keith to order now, 5 ton truck loads, txt or call 0275 758 377. Public NOTICES FOR SALE 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. Firewood the Woodshed. Shed dried. Order now. Contact Ian 06-385-4523 or 027-444-3441. Notification of Christmas & New Year Hours PUBLIC NOTICE Business NOTICES FOR SALE EVERYTHING FROM A-Z only at Penguins Secondhand, 56 Goldfinch St, Ohakune. Ph 06-385-9411. Public NOTICES Section 101 - Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Plateau Group Ltd of 867 Victoria St, Hamilton has made application to the Ruapehu District Licensing Agency at Taumarunui for the RENEWAL of an OFF Licence, in respect of the premises situated at: 8 Miro Street Ohakune and known as: OHAKUNE LIQUORLAND. The general nature of the business conducted or to be conducted under the licence is: liquor store. The days and hours on which liquor is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 9am to 10pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Ruapehu District Licensing Committee, 59-63 Huia Street, Taumarunui. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the Renewal of the application may, no later than 15 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice in a newspaper or newspapers, file a notice in writing of the objection in accordance with the Act, with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, c/Ruapehu District Council, Private Bag 1001, Taumarunui 3946. Not objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the second publication of this notice. The notice was first published on 1 December 2015. Phone 06-385-8532. Fax 06-385-8622. Email: [email protected] Dr J Corbett • • • • The Practice will close at 1pm on Christmas Eve, Thursday 24 December. Then the Practice will be closed for the Statutory Holidays only, Closing Christmas day - opening again on Tuesday 29 December, and closing New Year’s Day opening again on Tuesday 5 January. If you need any prescription repeats please make sure you phone the Practice the week of 14 - 18 December. To speak to a Registered Nurse and/or access Medical Assistance After Hours please phone 06 385 4211. This month we wish Dr Daphne Climie farewell, and look forward to welcoming Dr Suzanne Gwilliam who joins us as a part-time locum starting in February. All the staff at Waimarino Health Ltd : Dr J Corbett would like to wish you all good health and safe travelling over the Christmas period. MERRY CHRISTMAS and a Prosperous New Year. DISPOSAL OF CLINICAL INFORMATION Whanganui District Health Board (WDHB) has a policy which recommends that general clinical information needs to be retained for a minimum of 10 years following the last date of care or treatment. There are some exceptions to this policy: Fixed term for 2016 Two teacher aide positions for 2016 Job one: 25 hours per week. (Base rate 15 hours). We require someone who is patient, caring and motivated to make a difference to our student’s learning. Must have good Literacy and Numeracy skills. Job two: 25 hours per week. (Base rate 15 hours). Student Role Model: This person will work closely with our boys. 1. Obstetric Records must be retained for 25 years from delivery or 10 years after the date of death. 2. Paediatric Records must be retained for 25 years from birth or 10 years after the date of death. PLEASE NOTE that no information will be destroyed until the file as a whole exceeds the retention period. If you have been a patient at any Whanganui District Health Board site in the past, but have not received care or treatment in the last 10 years (2005), and your reason for treatment does not fit into one of the above categories, your records may be due to be reviewed for destruction. Both positions must be willing to be police vetted. If you would like to have your records returned to you rather than destroyed, you must complete an application form and return it to us by 8 January 2016. Please send a CV with a letter describing your experience with children and your suitability for the position to: The Principal, 24 Grey Street, Raetihi 4632 or email: [email protected] Application forms are available from: Clinical Records Department Private Bag 3003 Wanganui Phone 06 348 1277 Applications close on 20 December. Interviews for successful applicants will be held on 12 and 13 January 2016. The WDHB has strict criteria in place to ensure clinical information is released only to those people authorised to receive it. Raetihi art space at work An enthusiastic group of young artists met for the Raetihi Children’s Art club’s first workshop last week. Thanks to a generous donation of tester paint pots, in a wide variety of colours from Resene, some imaginative pet rocks emerged from their efforts. As this is a busy time of year, there will be just one more club gathering before the Christmas Market where some pet rocks will be sold to fundraise, said Club representative Celeste Ventura. In order to finish work and paint more rocks there will be another session at 3.15 today, Tuesday 8 December, in the studio behind the Barbed Wire Gallery. Any children 7-14 years are welcome to take part. Sessions are $2 per child. It is planned to have some art workshops at times during the school holiday break and regular club sessions will start in February for the first term 2016. Skyla with her painted rock from the first Raetihi Children’s Art Club. Christmas notices Angel’s 14th Christmas Dinner at The Centre, Raetihi. Bookings open now on 06-385-4215. Public notices Ohakune Squash Club Annual General Meeting Monday 14 December 2015, 6.00pm Ohakune Squash Club, Tainui Street, Ohakune In Memoriam RICHARDS Boulder injures Ngauruhoe climber A woman was injured when she was hit by a boulder while climbing the “Trade Route” up Mt Ngauruhoe on Monday last week. “Through no fault of her own, (she) was struck by a tumbling boulder. She received hand and leg injuries,” said Greenlea rescue helicopter pilot Nat Every. Ruapehu Alpine Rescue Organisation (RARO) team members were flown to her aid and assisted in loading her into the hovering helicopter from the steep mountain slope. She was helped by another hiker until the helicopter arrived. The woman was flown to Taupo hospital. RARO members assist a woman injured by a tumbling boulder last week. Public NOTICES RUAPEHU DISTRICT COUNCIL CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR SERVICES Ruapehu District Council office and library hours All offices and libraries - Taumarunui, Ohakune and Raetihi: Will close at 1.00pm on Thursday 24 December and will reopen on Tuesday 5 January 2015. i-SITES - Taumarunui and Ohakune The i-SITE’s will be open everyday except Christmas Day. Taumarunui 8.30am to 5.00pm and Ohakune 8.00am to 5.30pm Application deadline changes Alcohol licencing A nationwide statutory shut down period for alcohol licencing runs from 20 December 2015 to 15 January 2016. These days will not be counted as ‘working days’ for receiving applications. Renewal applications On-licence, Off-licence and Club licence renewals must be lodged at least 20 working days prior to expiry. Manager certificates that are due to expire during the shut down period must be received by Council on or before Friday 18 December 2015. Special Licence applications Events planned up to the end of February 2016 should already have been lodged (letters sent to all Licencees in early October). Any late applications submitted for this period may not be accepted. note: Special Licence applications for unforeseen events will be accepted on a case by case basis. Please contact the Alcohol Licencing team at Council if you have any queries. LIM Reports Government legislation states that the days between 25 December and 15 January are not counted as working days. LIM applications will still be processed during this time. Please be aware that these days may not be counted as working days. All LIM applications need to be received no later than 11 December 2015 to be processed prior to Christmas. Resource Consent requests Government legislation requires that consent applications are processed within 20 working days of receipt. The days from Monday 21 December 2015 to Friday 8 January 2016 will not be counted as working days. Building Department Requests Government legislation requires that consent applications are processed within 20 working days of receipt. The days from Monday 21 December 2015 to Friday 8 January 2016 will not be counted as working days. Environmental Health Members of the public are requested to notify Council Environmental Health Officer, on 07 895 8188 (7 days/24 hours) relating to any environmental health matters including food safety, recreational waters or other public health concerns. Transfer Stations and District Landfill All Ruapehu Transfer Stations and the District Landfill are closed on Christmas and New Year’s day. They are otherwise open as per normal operating hours. For individual Station hours please see the front of the local Central Plateau directory or: www.ruapehudc.govt.nz In loving memory of JR John Ernest Richards 10 years have passed and not a day goes by when we don’t think of you. Until we meet again, we miss and love you always, Love from Mum and all your Whanau Kerbside rubbish and recycling collection Ohakune, Rangataua and Raetihi Collection will be as usual over the Christmas and New Year period being every Monday. Taumarunui, Piriaka, Mahoe and Kakahi Collection will be every Thursday as per normal Direct Debit changes No changes to direct debit arrangements are possible from Friday 18 December until Tuesday 5 January. Council Swimming Pools Council pools will be closed on the 25/26 December and 1/2 January. More information: Waiouru scholar ph: 07 895 8188 - 24 hours / 7 days Cullen Cross was chosen to be Waiouru School’s Korowai Holder for next year. The honour is given to a school leader who “encapsulates all of the values of our school, in and outside the school setting”. More prizes are listed on Page 9. Kahui Maunga results Following are results from the Te Kāhui Maunga Festival held at Ruapehu College recently. Points scored are listed in the following order: Hukaroa netball, Tuhirangi touch rugby, Maungakaretu volleyball, Te RangaA-Kauika basketball, Rongokaupō table tennis, Hauhungatahi indoor bowls, euchre, entertainment ngahau, aggregate: whakatau, banner and march pass. A score of 0 points denotes the marae did not compete in this discipline. First-equal Paretetaitonga overall aggregate winners (53 points): Mākaranui - 1, 1, 3, 8, 1, 8, 1, 2, 10, 10, 8 and Paraweka 1, 1, 5, 5, 5, 5, 1, 2, 10, 10 and 8. Third equal (47 points): Mere Te Aroha - 5, 5, 6, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 10, 10, 7 and Ōtoko - 6, 1, 1, 1, 3, 1, 5, 2, 10, 10 and 7. Fifth (44 points): Tirorangi - 5, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 3, 2, 10, 10 and 9. Sixth equal (41 points): Maungārongo - 0, 8, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 2, 10, 10, 7. Parikino - 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 3, 1 2, 10, 10 and 10. Eighth (40 points): Tuhiariki - 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 6, 0, 10, 10 and 8. Ninth (36 points): Raketapauma - 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 2, 10, 10 and 9. Tenth equal (34 points): Waitahupārae - 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 2, 10, 10, 8 and Ngātokorua - 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 10, 10 and 10. Twelfth (20 points) Mangamingi - 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 10, 0 and 8. Thirteenth (11 points): Rānana - 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 10, 0 and 0. situations vacant Health Promoter We are looking for a passionate and motivated person to join our Whānau and Community Services team located in Waimarino. Your role is to assist early childhood services, schools, marae, workplaces, sports clubs and other community settings to become health promoting environments as part of the Healthy Families kaupapa. The ideal applicant will: Have experience in population scale nutrition and physical activity health promotion. Have a health promotion/public health qualification Excellent communication and facilitation skills Commitment to whānau, hapū and iwi A positive attitude and good work ethic Applications close 14 December 2015 Please note, all applications must be submitted on an application form and be accompanied by a relevant and up-to-date CV FOR MORE INFO OR TO APPLY: Email: [email protected] Phone: 06-349-0007 www.teoranganui.co.nz/vacancies RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 • 11 SPOTLIGHT ON OUR HEALTH FASTER CANCER TREATMENT TARGET Whanganui DHB was disappointed to score 44 percent for the most recent 85 percent Faster Cancer Treatment target which requires patients to receive their first cancer treatment within 62 days of being referred with a high suspicion of cancer. Four or five patients a month are not receiving treatment as quickly as we would want. There are several reasons for this. Unfortunately, due to our community’s poor health and our large population of elderly people, many patients have existing health problems that need to be addressed or further investigated before treatment can begin. Delays are also caused when patients are referred to another DHB for specialist investigations and/or treatment. However, the WDHB acknowledges the main contributor to our disappointing result is that Whanganui and MidCentral DHBs have not yet succeeded in improving the provision of the urology services for Whanganui patients. We are working to get on top of this problem. HOW MUCH SUGAR IS IN WHAT WE DRINK? Drinks that are sugary and sticky can cause tooth decay. On a more positive note, led by our cancer nurse coordinator, we now have a process in place which is helping us identify where improvement is needed – a process that’s enabled us to address delays in accessing investigations for breast cancer diagnosis, for example. Water - No sugar Flavoured milk - Three teaspoons of sugar in one cup (250ml) Drink concentrate e.g. Raro - Four teaspoons in a small cup (250ml) Because Whanganui’s general practitioners and medical specialists are vigilant in raising the flag around high suspicions of all cancers, patients who need access to faster cancer treatment do, wherever possible, get it. A recent review has shown that all patients with breast cancer are receiving their first treatment within the 62-day target. Fruit juice - Seven teaspoons of sugar in one cup (250ml) Sports drinks e.g. Powerade & Gatorade 10 teaspoons of sugar in a 600ml bottle Coca Cola, lemonade, fizzy drinks 10 teaspoons of sugar in a 355ml can PATIENTS AND STAFF WELCOME CCDM IMPROVEMENTS WDHB nurses are leading one of our most exciting programmes. Called Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM), it is aimed at ensuring nursing time and skills are matched to the needs of individual patients and whānau. For more information contact your dental therapist or call 0800 TALK TEETH. IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE CCDM is now well established in the Medical and Surgical Wards where it is helping to ensure a safe workplace for our nurses as well as improving patient safety and the hospital experience of patients and their whānau. Our nurses find it rewarding collecting and sharing information on patient needs and how they are managing their time. They are committed to making patient safety their top priority. A key message to come out of last month’s Patient Safety Week campaign was how important it is that we understand what medicines we are taking, why and for how long. To help you find those answers, the WDHB suggests you may want to ask the following questions when collecting your prescription: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Next time you visit the Medical or Surgical Wards we hope you will take a minute to look at their interesting wall charts to see how well they are doing. What is the medicine for? What is its name? How and when do I take it? How long do I need to take it for? What could happen if I stop taking it? What are the side effects? What should I do if I get these side effects? SEASONS GREETINGS Finally, we would like to wish you and your family/whānau a very happy Christmas and safe holiday season. Julie Patterson | WDHB Chief Executive Dot McKinnon | WDHB Board Chair How is My DHB performing? How How is How My isHow My DHB is How My DHB is performing? DHB is My My performing? DHB performing? DHB performing? performing? Members of the Surgical Ward team beside their Releasing Time to Care board. National Health Target results | Whanganui DHB, Quarter 1, July - September 2015 www.health.govt.nz/healthtargets www.health.govt.nz/healthtargets www.health.govt.nz/healthtargets www.health.govt.nz/healthtargets www.health.govt.nz/healthtargets www.health.govt.nz/healthtargets 2014/15 QUARTER TWO (OCTOBER–DECEMBER) RESULTS 2012/13 QUARTER 2012/13 FOURQUARTER (APRIL–JUNE) 2012/13 FOUR QUARTER RESULTS (APRIL–JUNE) FOUR 2012/13 (APRIL–JUNE) RESULTS QUARTER 2012/13 QUARTER FOUR RESULTS (APRIL–JUNE) FOUR (APRIL–JUNE) RESULTS RESULTS Target: 95% Target: 100% This is the first time Faster cancer treatment has been reported as a health target. 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Counties – 99–94& Coast –MidCentral –of Plenty – 4 Manukau – Bay – 4764 Counties Valley Plenty 96 114 4Manukau 74Manukau 96 –4 99MidCentral 89 97 1 Counties 4 Manukau of Plenty – – – 944 – 4Bay 5 Hutt Valley 597 Hutt Valley Hutt Taranaki Taranaki Valley 97 5Valley 97 5 112 5 Hutt 5 South Canterbury 96 5 6 South Canterbury 696 South Counties Manukau Counties Canterbury South Canterbury Counties Lakes Manukau Lakes 96 6 Canterbury 111 100 6 South 6 96 6 100 1 Counties 1–111Lakes 1 693 Manukau 6 Counties 100 Wairarapa 6 Whanganui 6 96Counties 6111West –96 6 111 –6Manukau – 111 –Lakes – Coast 96 112Manukau 73 –1 1 Manukau 6 Wairarapa 7 Waitemata 796 8 Counties Manukau 896 9 Taranaki 996 10 Canterbury 95 10 11 Auckland 95 11 12 Tairawhiti 95 12 13 Hawke’s Bay 93 13 14 Northland 92 14 5 South Canterbury6– Waitemata 7 Counties Manukau 8– Taranaki 9– Canterbury 10 Auckland 11 – Tairawhiti 12 – Hawke’s Bay 13 – Northland 14 Lakes 15 Southern 16 Bay of Plenty 17 – Waikato 18 – Capital & Coast 19 MidCentral 20 12 • RUAPEHU BULLETIN 8 December 2015 91 16 Southern 16 15 Lakes 92 15 17 Bay of Plenty 90 17 18 Waikato 88 18 19 Capital & Coast 87 19 20 MidCentral 86 20 All DHBs 93 All DHBs – Auckland 3 97Waikato – 115 Hutt Taranaki 97112 112 5 Valley 5 100 1 Taranaki of Plenty Waikato 5 97Bay 112 5 – 1 Waikato 1 find us on Taranaki Canterbury 96 9 Canterbury 9 Taranaki 9 Canterbury –96 9 106 95 –9 Taranaki Coast Waikato Coast Northland Northland 100 93 93 5 5 Northland 93Northland 98 72 Northland 72 98 74–72 1–112Waikato 1 593 5 100West 5–72 574 5 Northland 5 Northland 100 West 98 5112 –Canterbury –1 Waikato – 98 –West – Coast – 5 Hawke’s – Bay South 73Coast 95 5 98West 98 96 5 5 West – –Coast 5100MidCentral – – 935 5Northland follow us on 8 100 1 MidCentral –Tairawhiti 110 8 96 81 1 Auckland Auckland 92 1 Lakes MidCentral Taranaki 93 93 6 6 MidCentral 90 67 Taranaki 67 90 73 67 6 100Wairarapa 6–6793MidCentral 673 6 Taranaki 6 MidCentral 936 6MidCentral 90 6100Wairarapa – 90 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