Maungaturoto Matters September 2012

IssuePage 128

Maungaturoto Matters
Circulated to 850 homes and businesses in the Maungaturoto area
MAUNGATUROTO An appealing place to live, work and visit, which has heart, purpose and prosperity

Calf-rearing scheme for schools gets support of local farmers (page 7) Paparoa School Possum Purge aims for new record (page 27)

Classic car rally raises funds for Primary School (page 7)

High School open day generates excitement (page 17) Chicken manure fundraiser for Otamatea Christian School (page 4)

Our schools are the heart of our community !

Primary school roll shows strong growth (page 15)

Scrap metal drive to raise funds for Rotorua trip (pages 4, 11)

Soup and donut days support Primary School camp (page 11)

153 Hurndall St Maungaturoto Phone (09) 4318059 fax (09) 4318359 email enquiries@brooksmotors.co.nz

2012 Bus Trips to Whangarei

Tuesday 17th July Tuesday 21st August Tuesday 19th September Tuesday 16th October Tuesday 20th November Tuesday 18th December Leave 9.00am and return approx. 3.30 4.00pm as required

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Maungaturoto Matters. Issue 128, September 2012

Maungaturoto Matters is a free monthly publication, produced for the community by the Maungaturoto Residents Association. Editor: David Briggs Editorial Assistant: Gail Barnett Editorial Board: Daniel Alcock; Terri Donaldson; Alison Cadman-Smith Cont ributions and feedback from members of the Community are actively encouraged. The Editor re serve s full right to abridge or amend copy for editorial purpose s. Read the Maungaturoto Matters online at: www. we lcometomaungaturoto.com

Editors Note
As the cover page indicates, schools dominate much of this months Matters. Theres not only a lot happening in our local schools, but also a lot of fund-raising going on to support it. And its clear that the need for money has provoked some interesting ideas about how to persuade people to hand it over. On page 6, theres an announcement about what might seem like an unrelated event: the AGM of the Maungaturoto Centennial Community Centre Hall Committee on September 19th. Now I know what sight of the letters AGM does to most of us and I have to say that the long name of said committee doesnt exactly echo with excitement. But dont turn over just yet. Theres an important issue here. When it was built, the Centennial Hall (lets stick to that more manageable name) was a symbol of what the community could achieve, and it had an important role to serve. Since it was handed back to the town by the Council, however, it has been struggling. One reason is the excessive level of rates that it bears, but another is that its place in the community seems to have been lost. As a consequence, a rather depressing and vicious circle has formed, in which a few dedicated people try to raise money to keep the hall going so that it will still be there next year so that they can then raise more money and so on. Clearly thats not the way it should be. If we want people to give their time to keeping the hall going, we need to decide first what we want it for. Thats not a question a committee should answer: its up to the community to speak. And thats the purpose of the AGM to hear the community voice. But lets be clear. The topic of discussion shouldnt be: Weve got a hall how can we fund it? That merely leads us back to where we are trying to invent uses for it, just to keep it going. Nor will reminiscences about the past get us very far; for the world is different now. The question is this: Given what already exists in the town (including the facilities at the Country Club and RSA) what added value can the hall provide? Answer that, and we can then discuss how to extract that value and fund the hall in the process. So, why not go along to the meeting on 19th and have your say. Or, if you cant attend, pass a note to one of the committee. But whatever you do, dont just assume that its someone elses problem!

Enquiries
Email: Phone: maungaturotomatters@gmail.com 09 431 8401

Contributions & Advertising

Email: maungaturotomatters@gmail.com Or: drop in the RED BOX at the Lotto Shop at 147, Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

Charges for advertising

There is no charge for announcements or advertisements for charities, community groups or community events. For commercial rat es, see the listing on page 35

Deadlines for copy

Advertising: 15th of each month News and ot her articles: 20th of each month

Payments (see notes on p 35)

By cheque to: Maungat urot o Residents Association, P.O. Box 113, Maungaturoto By credit transfer to: Maungaturoto Matters; a/c no 06 0365 0008021 00, National Bank, Whangarei

The vision for Maungaturoto An appealing place to live, work and visit, which has heart, purpose and prosperity The goa ls of the Residents Assoc iation To develop and maintain a sense of unity and identity for Maungaturoto To sustain the economic prosperity of the town To sustain and enhance the local environment To strengthen and support the well being of the community

Cheers, David

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Contents
Editors note Community ne ws Community announcements Maungaturoto Residents Association Classic cars and calves aid campaign Maungaturoto Garden Club RSA Presidents report Primary School camp fundraiser Otamatea Greypower Maungaturoto Fire Srv ice Thank you Maungaturoto Maungaturoto Primary School Otamatea High School The middle section Were on the way: beautification project 18 Clips from the past Innovative leadership for difficult times 21 21 3 7 7 9 9 11 11 13 13 15 17 2 Culture, a rt a nd events Books of the month Arty Farties up and running again! Sport a nd rec reation Maungaturoto Country Club Wild Turkeys Golden Oldies Rugby Paparoa Possums beware Otamatea Haw ks Squash news Maungaturoto JMB Rugby The bac kend Snippets: Community Trust news; Playcentre; Mervyn Sterling Scholarship; Civil Defence update Stop press Wordplay List of advertisers Notices to advertisers Diary of events Community directory 25 27 27 27 29 31 23 23

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS LINKING HANDS INC

Maungaturoto Mangawhai Ruakaka
Meeting the needs of the community

Uniquely You
A fundraising event for the Homebuilders Community Services 7.30 pm Thursday 27th September 2012 At Maungaturoto Centennial Hall

Featuring:

Linking Hands HEALTH SHUTTLE SERVICES

Maungaturoto Phone/fax 09 4318969 Mangawhai 09 4314121 Ruakaka 09 4328985 www.linkinghands.co.nz Head office:

POLWARTH DESIGN of Dargaville Fashion Show and Sale CHARITY AUCTION REFRESHMENTS

Maungaturoto MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 10am to 4pm

Closed public holidays

Bar available
Tickets only $20 available at Dreams and Homebuilders Phone 09 431 9080

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Maungaturoto Playcentre
Mondays and Fridays 9.15am 12.15pm Term cost is $20 for 1 child over 2 yrs or $25 for 2 or more children over 2 yrs under 2s are free.

OTA YOUTH OTA YOUTH

Every Saturday: 7pm - 10pm At The Garage
(next to the Congregational Church)

Your first three visits are free!

Phone: 09 431 8517 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

MAUNGATUROTO PRIMARY SCHOOL PTA FUNDRAISER ORGANIC FERTILISER

Rok Solid Energised Full Spectrum Fertiliser a BioGro-certified naturally balanced blend of all the essential minerals and trace elements necessary for sustained plant growth. The PTA are selling 5kg bags of this very popular fertiliser. $25 PER BAG; $40 FOR 2 BAGS; $50 FOR 3 BAGS

For more info check out https://www.facebook.com/OtaYouthGroup or phone Rochelle Sunley on 094318170

CAR SEAT RENTAL SCHEMES

Infant, Child & Booster Seats Available Long or short term hire We also have for purchase Child Harnesses, Locking Clips and Ext. Straps For rental details Ph Karlene Storey (09) 431 8890 Brand New Infant Seats Now Available for hire

Contact Nyree 09 431 8462

COFFEE/PLAYGROUP

Otamatea Christian School PTA Fundraiser Chicken Manure For Sale $5/bag, $35/trailer (+$10 delivery) Phone Mark 431 8487

First Thursday of the month, 10am to Midday

Plunket Room s, Hurndall St, Maungaturoto All welcome to attend our friendly coffee mornings. For further info contact our Coffee Morning Coordinator Jodie 09 4319 090

Maungaturoto Primary School

In collaboration with:

Alexander Scrap Metals

2 Blakey Road, (Corner State Highway 12)

Join us at the old Ministry of Works building on Hurndall Street (next to the Congregational Church) Fridays 9am - 1pm. Bring your own art supplies and projects $2 each per week.

Scrap metal wanted to help fund the Year 5 and 6 School Camp in Rotorua 2013
To contribute, simply collect any To contribute, simply collect any unused scrap metal that you have unused scrap metal that you have on your property, and deliver it to on your property, and deliver it to Alexander Scrap Metals. Alexander Scrap Metals.

For info, text Julie 0211 464 657 or Joy 0210 264 7801.

Call 09 431 9049 for information

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Warkworth / Wellsford Budget Advisory Services

Phone 09 423 7123
Free help and advice for all areas of personal finance

Kick off your gumboots and catch up with your neighbours at the annual

MAROHEMO HALL POT LUCK DINNER

A great chance to catch up with old friends and meet new faces 22nd September 6.30 pm
Byo drinks and a plate please All welcome
Upcoming Event - 20th October

ANGLICAN OP SHOP
Opening hours
Monday Wednesday Friday 10 am - 1 pm 10 am - 3 pm 11 am - 3 pm

Donations of good quality items for resale are always welcome. Thank you for your support

Who let the dogs out!

Come night racing with the Hemo Hounds

HOMEBUILDERS COMMUNITY SERVICES MAUNGATUROTO/PAPAROA

provides a 24 hour DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE

Come and hear about: a faith that teaches unity of religions equality of men and women, science and religion To join us, or find out more, contact: Ginny 09 431 8488 or Jayne 09 9469 866

021 886 434

A free counsellor is available 5 days a week. If you need help please don't hesitate to call 09 431 9080 ARE YOU CONCERNED FOR SOMEONE ELSE? ALL CALLS CONFIDENTIAL

INVITES YOU
TO ATTEND EVERY TUESDAY 10AM
AT THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH MAUNGATUROTO

Retirement Units For Sale and Rent

The Community Trust advises that vacancies occur from time to time in the 2BR OYO units and 1BR rentals, in Riverview Place, Maungaturoto. If you, or anyone in your family, are interested in this retirement option, please contact: Rest Home Manager Ph. 431 8696. A name on our waiting list will ensure you are advised of vacancies.

0-5 YRS MUSIC & MOVEMENT FOLLOWED BY MORNING TEA CONTACT ELAINE 431-8317 Or RUTH 431-8491

supported by
Maungaturoto Congregational Church ($2 donation per family please)

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Maungaturoto Centennial Community Centre Hall View St

AGM 19th September 6pm-7pm
Nominations are needed A committee of 8+ is needed Up for discussion Hall cannot continue financially as it is! What are our financial options? Do we hand back to council for sale?

This hall was handed back to you, the community, to run This hall was handed back to you, the community, to run You need to ensure it stays in the community You need to ensure it stays in the community
Nomination forms at First National/Money Exchange. For more info contact Debbie 0431 1016

St John Trash and Treasure

1st 6th October 2012
bricClean, tidy goods, furniture, bric-a-brac, toys, books etc welcome No broken items, dirty clothes or rubbish don TV sets should be in working order it costs us money to dispose of those that dont work. If you have goods ready now, we can arrange pick-up and storage. We set a record for the amount we raised last year lets see if we can beat it!
All proceeds go to supporting the volunteers and cadets of the Otamatea Area Committee with equipment etc Eftpos will be available

Call Albie: 09 431 8148 or 027 494 9448

WORKING BEE
Buzz along to the working bee September 15th and 16th, outside Dreams

Linking Hands Health Shuttle Drivers Wanted

We are looking for more volunteer drivers. For further information please phone 094318969

BEE THERE!

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Residents Association Update

Beautification Project has moved to town!
The 15th and 16th of September is going to be a big weekend for Maungaturoto as there will be major plantings outside Dreams, the Library and St John. These areas were cleared in August to make way for the new plants and trees that are going up in town. To minimise disruption, we need to complete all the main work at these sites on these two days so if you can, please come along and help. This project aims to enhance the town not only for the 150th celebrations but also for the residents for years to come. Its also hoped that it will attract more people to stop in the town and spend money here.

027 431 8382 if you want to help or need more information. You can also join us on Facebook where you can get latest updates and work in progress, including lots of photographs and plans of what the whole project hopes to achieve (search for Maungaturoto). Check out www.welcometomaungaturoto.com

Next meeting of Residents Association

Residents Association meetings are open to everyone in Maungaturoto. You simply have to turn up to have your say. Our next meeting is on Wednesday 5th September at 7.30pm at Maungaturoto Centennial Hall. For further information contact Association Secretary Nyree Alcock 09 431 8462.

How can you help?

As weve emphasised before, this project is for everyones benefit, and its open to ALL residents and businesses in Maungaturoto. We would like to see everybody involved in some way. We always welcome assistance with the clearing, digging, weeding and planting, but there are lots of other ways to help if thats not your thing. We are especially grateful for: Donations of plants, mulching materials (e.g. bark), compost and good topsoil; Loan of gardening equipment, including wheelbarrows; Help with transport. So if you have some unwanted or surplus plants in your garden, let us know: well even come and dig them out for you if they will be of use! If you have a ute or a trailer that you can make available for our work days and working bees, wed love to hear from you. And people who turn up with food and drink are always much appreciated (at our last working bee in August, Bee Jays kindly provided a tray of buns for which we were all very grateful)! Otherwise donations of money are, of course, extremely useful from $1 upwards. To donate money you can:
Either deposit money directly into our ac-

Classic Cars and Calves Aid Campaign

Last weekend Maungaturoto Hotel held a classic car rally which brought out car enthusiasts in their droves. The rally attracted over 230 entrants, including cars and motorcycles. Maungaturoto Primary School fundraising committee were invited to attend and took a gold coin collection to put towards their Rotorua fundraiser. They earned $564 on the day. "Everybody was happy, it was a big success, said Katherine the local publican. We were delighted to see the primary school benefit from the car show and we hope to involve them in future activities.

Students from the primary school who attended the classic car rally to collect donations

count: 06 0365 0008021 00. Please insert Beautification and your name as a reference;
Or send a cheque to Maungaturoto Resi-

dents Association, P O Box 113, Maungaturoto though please include a note to say its for the Beautification project and whether you would like a receipt (and if so, an address to send it to!). Please call Richard on 431 8383 or phone

Another more unusual part of the fundraising campaign is a calf rearing scheme. Farmers agree to rear a calf and then sell it with all profits being contributed toward the primary school fundraising efforts. There is a range of prizes on offer for those participating and so far seven farmers have signed up to the scheme. The primary school is hoping to add to this before the end of the calving season and farmers willing to participate are being asked to telephone Kim Allen on 09 431 8445 to register.

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WAIPU MEDICAL CENTRE 2 Nova Scotia Drive Waipu Phone: 09 432 1190
SMOKING CESSATION
Improve your own health and the health of those around you.
Tobacco 30g per week = $1664 per year 50g per week = $2756 per year Tailor made 10 per day = $2639 per year 20 per day = $5278 per year Inexpensive options available to assist you with smoking cessation. Make an appointment today.

FLU VACCINES HAVE ARRIVED

Protect yourself, your family and your community
Vaccines are free to; - those aged 65 years or over - those with long term health conditions - pregnant women Call today and make your appointment.

FREE CERVICAL SCREENING.

More than 5 yrs since your last smear = FREE Over 30 yrs and never had a smear = FREE High risk Ethnicity groups = FREE Dont delay book with our nurses today.

waipumedical@gmail.com

THE SITTING DUCK TAKEAWAY

09 431 8711 Phone orders welcome

CONCRETE
If its concrete, we do it Full preparation and pour by experienced local team Subfloors Sheds Driveways Patios Cowpads
Also retainer walls and fences

Monday Nights>..
opening has proved to be uneconomical, so the last Monday night we will be open for now is 10th September. But we are looking into opening again on Mondays in the summer months...

Thank you to our valued customers who supported us over the trial period

Hoki is temporarily out of stock but we have Southern blue whiting as replacement with a price drop to $3.60. Try it and let us know what you think!

1.6 Ton Digger Available & Light Truck Phil Keen Contractors 027 659 2376

DONT HIDE IN YOUR HIVE

Join us at the Working Bee

GARAGE SALE
Saturday 20th October 8 am onwards
5 Regent Street, Whakapirau

September 15th and 16th Call Nyree (431 8462) or Richard (431 8383) to confirm!

BEE THERE!

Household items, bric-a-brac

A BARGAIN FOR EVERYBODY

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Maungaturoto Garden Club

August meeting
On Thursday 16th August members met at the Centennial Hall and, after the meeting, were given an extremely fascinating talk by John Birdman Kendrick who singlehandedly brought New Zealand birdsong to our radio-waves (Radio New Zealands National and Concert stations). He is also a talented wildlife- and cinemaphotographer. Many of the bird calls played today were made by John forty years ago. As a Wildlife Service audio-visual officer for twenty years he travelled to remote parts of New Zealand to record bird songs. During Johns career with the Wildlife Service from the early 1960s he was a photographer and made many films on subjects such as endangered saddlebacks, the sub-Antarctic Islands and Canadian geese. He has inspired thousands of school pupils with his presentations on wildlife and conservation. John, is now 90 and lives in Waipu, and has been a member of Forest and Bird for more than fifty years, and is still involved with conservation projects in Northland. Members were really impressed with Johns obvious love of birds and his interesting life.

September meeting
The September meeting will again be held at the Centennial Hall, on Thursday 20th September at 1 p.m. The decorative theme is Spring. Bring along your Garden Hints for discussion. New members are very welcome.

Garden notes for September

Growth will be rapid in the garden this month as buds, flowers, bulbs and seeds are sprouting. However, be aware of any late frosts. Finish tree and shrub planting. Spray peaches to prevent brown rot. Also spray apple trees or hang pheromone traps in the branches. There will be new seasons growth on citrus new leaves and flower buds appearing. Apply citrus fertiliser around the base of the trees. Roses will be well advanced with new shoots. Apply mulch to the base of all bushes along with rose fertiliser.

PRESIDENTS REPORT SEPTEMBER 2012

Greetings to Everyone, The 21st July was a busy night for the RSA, with our annual Midwinter Xmas meal preceded by the presentation of the New Zealand Special Service award to Noel Smith. I must take this opportunity to thank Cathy and Robin Weatherhog again, not just for their typically excellent food, but also for their supreme organisation and management of the evenings activities. Seventy people left, both well fed and full of festive spirit, some even managing to dance the night away to the superb band. Work continued this month on improving the RSA building, this time moving inside. Barrie Davis, in particular, should be congratulated on his phenomenal efforts in cleaning and redecorating the inside of the hall. The RSA is a completely voluntary organisation, and it is due to the efforts of individual members that it continues to thrive, so an extra thanks goes to all those members who continue to support us, even if it is just by popping in and saying hello. Finally, subscriptions are due for renewal. If you have not paid your subs please do so now. Regards, Terry McCook, President

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FREEVIEW INSTALLATION
Whatever your needs!
Call Tony on 09 431 6555
Competitive rates

Servicing Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto, Paparoa and Ruawai

09 431 6595 09 431 6595 colinglassguy@xtra.co.nz colinglassguy@xtra.co.nz
Email: Email: Phone: Phone:

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CONTACT NOEL McDOWELL

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THE CRUISER BAR AND GRILL

Main Road Paparoa

Open Wednesday to Sunday, Five til late Inside and outside seating Friendly Service and affordable meals Fully licensed - Available for private functions Phone 09 431 6918 Sample Menu Steak Seafood Burgers

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Primary School Camp provokes some interesting ways of raising funds

Eating donuts has got to be one of the nicest ways to fundraise and its one method that is appealing to children at Maungaturoto Primary. They will be playing their part to help fundraise for next year's senior camp by ordering donuts on nominated Fridays during the term, along with soup on "Soup Days". These are some of the novel ideas parents and teachers have come up with to raise the $24,000 needed to get 55 children and adults to Rotorua in Teina Seagar (age 9) shows March next the technique for raising year. money for the Rotorua camp Also underway is a scrap metal drive, which is being run in conjunction with Alexander Scrap Metals. The community is encouraged to drop off any large-scale metal items such as old dishwashers, washing machines or old water heaters that may be cluttering up their yard or garage. Instead of occupying landfills, these massive items will be sorted into various metals (e.g. steel, aluminium, copper, iron) and on-sold so they can be recycled into new materials. "This scrap metal drive is a perfect way to recycle and raise money for a good cause." said May Seager, fundraising coordinator. The scrap metal drive will run for three months from August to October. All people need to do is gather up their scrap metal and take it down to Alexander Scrap Metals (2 Blakey Road, Maungaturoto) and tell them that its for the primary school fundraiser. Anything that has metal in it will be accepted including fridges, freezers, tapware, wheelbarrows, lawnmowers, old pipe work, kitchen sinks, nuts, bolts, springs, cans, BBQ lids, washing machines and driers.

OTAMATEA GREYPOWER
May meeting
Our May speaker was one of the most interesting and poignant we have had. Tony Mundell told us about his last 30 years of employment and his experiences as a Psychopaedic Nurse. It was a story of empathy, caring and humour, and when he related his experiences with some of these young, disabled people, his hushed audience shed a few silent tears. We appreciated his talk very much and it showed us another side of this very nice gentle man.

Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting was held on July 25th, and was well attended. It resulted in a change of officers and a few new committee members. Amongst other changes, Patricia Hunt was elected as the new secretary. Our usual monthly meeting followed, after a cup of tea, beginning with a talk by Joyce Brooks, of Brooks Motors, Maungaturoto. She very kindly stepped in at the last moment to take the place of Patricia Hunt who, because of the loss of her voice, could not talk of her recent trip to Canada. Joyce spoke of how a simple cream run developed into the many services that our town enjoys today. Amazing!

Future meeting times

Following the AGM in July, our meetings are being held at 2pm, but the Committee will meet at 1.30pm. This enables the Committee to read through correspondence often lengthy and involved letters and extract any relevant material for your information. All are welcome to be present during Committee meetings, or just arrive at 2 oclock if you prefer. By the time you read this, Patricia Hunts talk will already have happened (on Wednesday 29th August). The next meeting will be on September 26th, with a surprise guest and topic!. Come and join our group. New members are always welcome.

Joan Bolton and Patricia Hunt

Editors note. Due to what is called a technical problem (i.e. the editor deleted it by mistake!) the report from Grey Power was omitted from the August Matters. It has been incorporated into this report. My apologies to all concerned.

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MIKE MOYLE BUILDERS LTD

New Housing Alterations Farm Buildings Concrete work
Mobile 021 566 076 Phone/Fax 09 431 6338 Email: mmoyle@slingshot.co.nz

TC ROOFING MAUNGATUROTO
1.8 Digger (3 Buckets) Hole Boring Kit: 200, 400, 600mm Tractor for Rotary Hoeing & Mulching Phone: TOM CUMBER

09 431 8562 or 027 431 8564

R DICKENS
MAUNGATUROTO HOUSEHOLD WATER Road works, water carts and all general cartage
Phone: 09 431 6117 Phone: 09 431 6117 Mobile: 021 167 1843 Mobile: 021 167 1843

7 Ton Grader, 8 Ton digger

Phone 027 4784 838

JENNY'S RURAL CLEANING SERVICES

General Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Builders Cleaning and Office Cleaning Registered for ACC Other services we offer include looking after your home, pets and plants while you are away

STEPHEN M JAQUES
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT
123 Hurndall Street Maungaturoto

Phone Jenny 09 431 2826 or Email jennychellew@hotmail.com

Phone: (09) 431 8733 Fax: (09) 431 8736 Email: s.jaques@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.smjca.co.nz

Members of the RSA

OPEN FRI & SAT From 5pm

New members welcome

Fine food at the right price Snooker & pool Function room available Your favourite bottled beers Quality wines Meals served from 6pm, Fri & Sat

PH: 09-431 8313

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Recent Calls
18.07.2012 @ 18.27hrs Roof/house fire, Ararua 23.07.2012 @ 17.25hrs PFA Ea sy Access, Paparoa 24.07.2012 @ 10.43hrs PFA Fonterra, Maunga turoto 27.07.2012 @ 12.40hrs PFA 4 Square, Maunga turoto 01.08.2012 @ 09.43hrs Cardiac Arrest, Pahi

Chiefs Report
Well its almost spring! Are you over the rain yet? It is excellent to report that our callout numbers are down from this time last year. This must mean that everyone is being more fire-safe and taking care out on the roads. Thank you from all the Team at Maungaturoto brigade. On the 18th July, we had a house fire that was caused by faulty electrical equipment, The occupants rung us and thanked us for saving 80% of their possessions, This is an extremely good result considering that we had to travel 25 km to get to the fire. Good work team! Stay safe and enjoy spring as the warmer weather comes.

Eric Bennetto FIREFIGHTER PROFILE

NAME: Cam Fergus POSITION: Senior Firefighter WHEN DID YOU JOIN: 1982 SERVICE: WHY DID YOU JOIN THE FIRE SERVICE To serve the community and for the social side MOVIE/PROGARAMME: WHATS YOUR FAVOURITE MOVIE/PROGARAMME Midnight Express DO: IF YOU WERE PRIME MINISTER FOR ONE DAY WHAT WOULD YOU DO Shut all shops on Sunday, apart from dairies and service stations.

FIREFIGHTER PROFILE
NAME: Craig Fergus POSITION: Senior Firefighter WHEN DID YOU JOIN: February 2004 SERVICE: WHY DID YOU JOIN THE FIRE SERVICE Following family tradition MOVIE/PROGARAMME: WHATS YOUR FAVOURITE MOVIE/PROGARAMME The Castle and Mrs Browns Boys DO: IF YOU WERE PRIME MINISTER FOR ONE DAY WHAT WOULD YOU DO Introduce 3 day weekends

Thank you Maungaturoto

We have been very humbled and strengthened by the wonderful support and practical help that we have received from so many friends and organizations after Vernons sudden passing. Vernon loved this town, and you have proved him right: Maungaturoto is very special. Susan, Kevin and their families, join me in thanking you all: there are too many people to name individually. My love and thanks Margaret Powell

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Maungaturoto Primary School

Developing REAL Learners
Resilient, Effective communicators, Actively involved, Lifelong learners

Because we CARE
Community, A c an do attitude, Respect, Excellence

Kia Ora, hello, greetings everyone!

Future Dates Fri 7th Sept Mon 17th Sept Tues 18th Sept Fri 21st Sept Tues 25th Sept Thur 27th Sept Fri 28th Sept Fri 28th Sept Mon 15th Oc t Mon 22nd Oc t Fri 26th Oc t Fri 26th Oc t Fundraiser Soup Day Mobile Ear Clinic outside Real Esta te Office Parents Day Grandparents Day Y6 OHS enrol ment Y6 OHS enrol ment Fundraiser Donut Day End of Term 3 Beginning Term 4 Labour Day Holiday Pet Day/Flower Day Fundraiser Sausage Sizzle & Cake Stall (part of Pet Day) Athletics Sports Day Brea m Bay Athletic s Day Rotorua 2013 Every second year our Year 5 and 6 stud ents have their sc hool ca mp in Rotorua . The children always look forward to thi s week-long adventure. The ca mp ha s been made more fea sible to parents over the years by strong parent and communi ty support with fundraising, making i t possible to subsidise the cost of each c hild. As you can see above, there are plenty of opportuni ties to support the ca mp from cake stalls, to soup days, sausage sizzles and any other adventures the fundraising commi ttee set out to do. We ha ve set a goal of $24,000.00 to be raised by Marc h 2013. As you can see there is a long way to go. Plea se support our children anyway you can. You can contact Ka ryn Hodgson (09) 431 8380 or May Seager 4318 494 if you wish to enquire as to how you can be of help.

Roll Growth Recently we have had significant growth in the number of new entrant c hildren enrolling a t Maunga turoto Pri mary Sc hool. The roll increase has resul ted in class numbers growing above 20 students, which is not ideal for new entrant classes. We are expec ting up to another 20 new entrant enrol ments between now and the end of term 4. Wi th our current class set up, this would resul t in room 5 and 6 class sizes growing to 30 students. The Boa rd of Trustees ha ve agreed to appoint another teacher for term 4 in 2012. This will allow us to reduce the current class size for Rooms 5 and 6. We will be creating a class of Year 1 children tha t will be based in Room 10, which is loca ted next to the library. The Room 10 c hildren will be taught by Mrs Sally Steiner. Sally has a very good understand ing and knowledge of the junior school progra mmes and she will be working very closely with the other junior teachers a s part of the Junior Learning Tea m. If you have a c hild who is due to start with us in 2013, please contac t the sc hool office to complete a pre-enrol ment form. This will help us to prepare for your childs arrival.

Fri 16th Nov Thur 29th Nov

Lost Property Every term our lost property increases drama tically. This usually leaves us wi th no c hoice but to gi ve i t all away. There is li terally hundreds of dollars worth of clothing lef t behind at school eac h term. This emphasises the need to plea se na mes on all clothing/shoes, lunch boxes etc. We hold up all clothing on a Friday afternoon a t assembly and you will be surpri sed how many children do not recognise their clothing. The lost property is loca ted through the school office: please feel free to come any ti me to see if anything belongs to your child.

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Open Day at OHS

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Students from Maungaturoto, Kaiwaka, Paparoa, Mangawhai, Matakohe and Waipu attended Otamatea High Schools interactive Open Day. There were also several families from even further afield. Otamateas Kapa Haka Roopu led the powhiri, while Katarina Maxwell and Ihaka Reid performed the himene and whaikorero. The Deputy Principal, Roy Fletcher, welcomed everyone, and explained the schools vision of Todays Learners, Tomorrows Leaders and the dominant values of respect and integrity. Otamatea High Schools vision of leadership is an inclusive one, where everyone can be a leader by setting a positive example to others. He went on the explain that the schools educational philosophy is Catering for the learning needs of every student. The visiting students were then guided on an interactive journey around the school by Year 13 students, who were keen to share their positive experiences with their enthusiastic charges. Experiences included decorating cup cakes, playing musical instruments and art. Each of the learning areas was visited. In science, students completed an experiment, in drama fun improvisations. In art they made a wall plaque. They also had an introduction to Otamateas unique Bruce ball in the gymnasium. In maths they worked on a computer programme. They experienced taha Maori through Maori games. In the interval they returned to the hall to be treated to a concert from Vybes, Otamateas successful Rockquest band. Both parents and students were fascinated by the displays in the hall particularly those from English, Social Science, Science and Technology. At the end of the day some of the parents and students took the opportunity to visit the Aviation Academy and were incredulous when the director, Paul Morrison, explained that high school students were building an aeroplane. The final act for the visitors was to get a sausage which was cooked by some of the Year 13 students. An excellent day was had by the Otamatea High School students and all of the visiting students left talking enthusiastically about their experience.

Enrolments for 2013

We are taking enrolments for the new school year now. Parents who are interested should contact the school on 0800 682 628 or 09 431 8230. We are visiting schools on the following dates in September to carry out enrolments: Kaiwaka - Tuesday 18t h; Waipu - Wednesday 26 th; Maungaturoto - Tuesday 25th and Thursday 27 th; Mangawhai Beach Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th. Parents who live outside these areas, please contact Nikki Donaldson at Otamatea High School to make an interview appointment.

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Were on our way! Whaka Street corner begins to bloom.

Work on the corner of Hurndall Road and Whaka Street has made good progress, and though its not yet finished, you can get an idea of what it will look like at the end. The top photo, left, shows what the site looked like before we started. In the 3-4 months since then, the old overgrown shrubs and weeds have been removed, the whole area dug over, drainage coil laid where needed, a path laid out, new planting done, much of the area mulched and artificial rocks created (2nd photo, left: yes, even the editor helped on occasions!). The plants have included lots of donations from people around town and even a number of rhodendron bushes kindly given to us by the Rhodedendron Society of Auckland.

Theres a little way to go yet, before this area is complete. It will take time, of course, for everything to get established and the flowers to bloom though already some of the rhodos are in flower, bringing a lovely splash of colour to the garden. But the picture we all started off with (right) of what we were aiming for no longer looks like just a dream. Were on the way! Thanks go to everyone whos been involvedand most of all Richard and Diana for their tireless enthusiasm and hard work.

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. So attention turns to the main street and we see progress at the wharf site

With Whaka Street now in a state where it can rest a while, to give the plants a chance to settle in, attention has turned to the next area on our list: between St John and Dreams.

Again, our starting point is the set of plans which Richard and Diana drew up for us (above). These can be seen in the windows of the Library and Dreams). During the working bee on August 18th, an eager team of helpers took out some of the untidy trees, and cleared most of the garden areas, ready for the next phase (photos, right). This is planned for another major working bee on 15th and 16th September, when the old concrete will be cut out and the new concrete areas laid. That makes it a crucial weekendso if you can, come along and help!

Meanwhile, Albie and his 150-Up team have been making significant progress on the wharf site. The mass of weeds and undergrowth has been cleared out, flaxes planted, and some heavy-duty work done to create a parking area and lookout (photo left). The next step is to obtain resource consent, so that construction of the wharf can start.

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Clips from the past

The extracts below and to the right are from the The Daily Southern Cross of 2nd and 29th March, respectively (Volume XXIII). The extracts have been taken from the collection of digitised historical documents availablefrom Papers Past an archive which contains some 2 million pages from New Zealand newspapers and periodicals, covering the period 1835 to 1945. The full archive is at http:// paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast. Note: This article replaces copyrighted material in the original Maungaturoto Matters, written by

Innovative leadership for different/difficult times

Our generally old churches have a fresh and unusual approach in meeting the challenge of declining and ageing attendance most Sundays. Instead of the more conventional sole vicar or minister, the Paparoa Parish encompassing six widely scattered and picturesque churches and their settings now has three co-priests! This is only possible because of the dedication and commitment of those involved: husband and wife Richard and Colleen Binns, whose roots are firmly in the north and Kaipara district at Pahi; and Dianne Hawken, commuting to the Mangawhai and Hakaru district from Snells Beach (also fully supported by her husband Kevin). All of them are giving of themselves for little or no financial gain; again unusual in a generally rather materialistic and secular age. They have already, in the short time available, visited many folk and are keen to be very pro-active in pastoral care. There are many in our communities who feel isolated and lonely and it is the heart (and prayerful) concern of this rather unique and special ministry team to make a real and meaningful difference. To this end they are actively encouraging and empowering those already involved in the churches to roll up their sleeves and pitch in more. Let us wish them the very best; our churches are still relevant if only at Christmas , marriage time, birth and death they are part of who we are as humans.

Peter Linell

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Arty Farties is up and running again!

Anne and her supporters have shown that it takes more than a fire bombing to get them down. Public support has been fantastic and negotiations are starting for rebuilt premises. The AGM was held on Tuesday 14th August and a warm welcome is extended to incoming committee members and heartfelt thanks expressed to retiring committee members for their invaluable help in the past. We will soon be starting up the Crafty Kids Club again so watch this space. August 27th will see the start of a beginners patchwork group at the Congregational Church Hall, at 7pm. Bring your own sewing machine, lace, ribbon, cotton, buttons, etc. Phone Anne Shanks on 09 431 6229 for further details. Our roadside stall is still going well and many thanks are extended to members of the public for their continued support.
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Maungaturoto Country Club

SPORTS - SOCIAL - CONFERENCE CENTRE
PO Box 81 Bickerstaffe Rd Maungaturoto 0547 T 09 431 8326 F 09 431 8324 www.thecountryclub.co.nz

*** Maungaturoto Community Walkway - Closed *** Till the end of September
Ewes are lambing and must not be disturbed.
Plus its really, really wet!

About your communitys social and sports club

The Maungaturoto Country Club, in Bickerstaffe Road on the left before Otamatea High School, has several affiliated clubs: bowls, motorcross, repertory, rugby, squash, and equestrian whose members also belong to the Maungaturoto Country Club. Its also possible to be a social member of the club. The annual subscription is $25. The membership structure is required by law for all clubs nationwide as it enables them Club to comply with liquor licensing laws. Clubs cant get the same type of liquor licence as cafs or hotels, but must have a Club Liquor Licence. This enables them to serve alcohol to me mbers and their guests - guests must be signed in by their host. Guests can visit three times before becoming members. If you belong to a club, then your partner or spouse also needs to be a member to enjoy the clubs hospitality on a regular basis. The Country Club is in breach of its licence when people bring alcohol onto the property without permission; however this is sometimes granted for large private functions. The Club gets a Special Licence for events that are open to the public and/or non-members, e.g. weddings, performances, etc. The Kaipara District Council manages Club licences which are enforced by the Police. In the event Licensing Authorities find the Club is not complying with its licence, the Club would be required to close for a set period and the staff on duty, all of whom are volunteers, would be subject to a substantial fine. Please play your part in ensuring the Club abides by the law. The Maungaturoto Country Club is a charitable society which is overseen by a committee. The club and bar are managed by volunteers. The bar and caf are open from 6pm on Thursdays and Fridays. The club is available for private and club functions (it has a sports bar, function lounge and private dining room) and operates as a Parkover Property for campervans. The committee is grateful for the communitys participation and support and welcomes ideas and feedback.

What do you do on Friday nights?

Why not watch ITM Cup Rugby on Sky Sport at the Club.

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OTAMATEA WILD TURKEYS GOLDEN OLDIES RUGBY

This year the Twinkle TownTyre and Phil Keen Concrete Otamatea Wild Turkeys Golden Oldies Rugby Team has played tournaments at Tuakau and Manurewa. On Sunday 29th July, Otamatea hosted a tournament at Kaiwaka. Teams from Old Boys Whangarei, Manaia, Tuakau, Mahurangi, Manurewa and Tomarata attended. Otamatea would like to thank the following guys for doing the hangi: Maungaturoto Hotel, Pongo Leslie, RD1 Maungaturoto, Julian Allen, Kaiwaka Sports Association, Paddy Thornton, Carters Maungaturoto, Wellsford Sport and Leisure, 3 Furlongs Hotel, and Wainui Shuttles. On Saturday 18th August we went to Whangarei Old Boys and played two great games against Old Boys and Manaia. Player of the Day was our only lady player, Esther Adam. Dick of the Day was Half-Black Mike Tovine.

The Twinkle Tow n Tyre Otamatea Hawks 2012 Season

HAWKS BEAT W AIPU TO STAY IN PREMIER DIVISION Otamatea 15 Waipu 0
After the loss the week before to eventual competition winners Mid-Western, the Otamatea Hawks finished bottom of the league. This committed them to a decider against the 2nd Division Champions Waipu to see if they remained in the Northland Premier competition. The Hawks rose to the occasion and came out victors by 15 to 0. There is always a fierce rivalry when these two sides meet and this encounter was no different. The Hawks scored twice in the first half and kicked a penalty to lead 15-0 at halftime, the forwards finishing off a number of drives at the line before some simple passing put fullback Soon Marurai across the line, out wide. This scoreline remained as a number of fights and yellow cards dominated the second half. Although the slippery conditions evened the playing field, Otamatea were never threatened by their Brynderwyn neighbours, whose illegal tactics at the breakdown instigated much of the ill discipline. Saying this, the lack of composure from both teams marred the game and tainted the victory for all involved. This is the second year running that the Hawks have defended their right to stay in the Premier competition, and they can rest easy that they comfortably sit on the right side of the huge gap that exists between the two divisions.

Paparoa Possums Beware!

The Paparoa School Possum Purge will take place on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th September, followed by a Sausage Sizzle and prizegiving on Sunday 16th, starting at 11am at Paparoa School. Sponsors including Fonterra, Stirling Sports, 100% Fergus Appliances Maungaturoto and other local businesses who have kindly provided the PTA with sponsorship. Hunters will thus vie for at least $3000 worth of prizes. Prizes are for the most possums, the most plucked fur and best team name, and there are lots of spot prizes for adults and kids, including kids heaviest possum. All preregistrations will go into a draw for a Mangonui Holiday Weekend. Registration is only $10 for adults, while kids with adults are free. Registration forms are available from Paparoa Primary School, Paparoa Hotel, 100% Fergus Appliances Maungaturoto, Stirling Sports Whangarei, Paparoa school website www.paparoa.school.nz or by emailing hames.jones@xtra.co.nz. More information from Libby Jones or Pete Hames 09 4316 822.

Thanks...
As this was the final game of the season, I would like to thank the Committee and managers for their tireless work and all the sponsors, supporters and players who have aided in the continued revival of Otamatea Rugby. Committee: Kevin and Kay Robinson, Pongo, T.L, Peter Hargraves, Jean Mcleish Managers: Gary Kingi, Hone Peeni, Hamish Small Major Sponsors: Twinkle Tow 'n' Tyre and Phil Keen Concrete See you all next season!

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Squash News
The squash season is still moving along at a great pace. Weve now seen some great masters in action and are down to three men and three women. Who will face the challenge and emerge our masters champion for the year? Watch this space! There have been a few really tight ladder challenges recently and a few games still to play. There is still a weekly draw for club members but club champs will begin in a weeks time. Theres always space for a keen newbie or those who just need to dust the old racket off and come down for a hit. New players are always welcome, and if youre not sure its for you, we can organise a no-obligation trial. Or just come down and have a look: Thursday and Friday nights from 5.30 until 8.30pm. Please contact Mel Coates on 09 431 8720. Junior club nights are still running on Monday nights: contact Tina Holst on 09 431 8180. We run a ladies morning on Tuesdays from 9.30am. Its great fun and helps your fitness. Beginners are welcome. If you are interested please contact Emma Ihaka on 09 431 8988. With tournaments happening almost every second weekend in Northland its always good to hear that our club is being represented.

Boys Division 1 Winner: Kodi Foster; Runner Up: Isaac van Praag Jarrett; Special Plate: Liam Hawken; Plate: Daniel Clay; Consolation Plate: Jacob Browne. Boys Division 2 Winner: Aaron Lupton; Runner Up: Jamie Manuel; Third: Brody Shadbolt; Special Plate: Chance Froggat; Classic Plate: Brad Moselen; Plate: Lee Holst; Consolation Plate: Ned Saunders. Boys Division 3 Winner: Mathew Zimmer; Runner Up: Jesse Manuel; Special Plate: Brody Foster; Consolation Plate: Max Woolhouse.

Coming Soon WHEELS ON THE FIELD

Car and Bike Show SATURDAY 24th NOVEMBER 2012

Maungaturoto Junior Tournament

The junior tournament took place on the weekend of 3rd 5th August. Forty-one juniors were entered in the tournament with Nirelle bringing four from Kaitaia and Hamish Browne coming with Paige and Jacob from Kerikeri. Juniors from Manaia, Dargaville, Kamo and MidWestern as well as Maungaturoto completed the line up. Many hard fought five-setters and games were played over the weekend with squash the winner on the day. Results Girls Division 1 Winner: Cheyanne Hill; Runner Up: Annmarie Holst: Special Plate: Michelle Schimanski; Plate: Tia Saunders; Consolation Plate: Ocean Shadbolt. Girls Division 2 Winner: Samantha Allen; Runner Up: Kendall Clay; Special Plate: Jessie Allen; Plate: Shawna Hawken; Consolation Plate: Hunter Smith.

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Maungaturoto JMB Rugby

The JMB season is over for another year and to acknowledge the hard yards put in by the players, we held our annual prize-giving on 17th August at the Country Club. Trophies were awarded to the following players Under 7s Player of the Year: Jesse Goodfellow Sportsmanship: Milly Hodgson Most Improved: Kellan Antunovich and Ahrianna Phillips Under 9s Player of the Year: Finn Paton Sportsmanship: Nasah Cullen and Kieran Fergus Most Improved: Ratapu Nathan-Jenkins Best Back: Jack Hodgson Best Forward: Joseph Rose Under11s Player of the Year: Isaac Sheppard Sportmanship: Kayne Goodfellow Most Improved: Bailey Hastings Best Back: Brady Foster Best Forward: Bryn Freer Under 13s Player of the Year: Rhys Shadbolt Sportsmanship: Xavier Brown Most Improved: Te Awaroa Peihopa Best Back: Kharnse Namana Best Forward: Tamati Abel Congratulations to all the players who received awards and thank you to all other team members: without a team, there is no game. Also, without coaches and managers, there would be no teams so a big thank you to Andrew Swadling, Craig Fergus, Tukiwai Flavell, Grant McCallum and Craig Shadbolt for giving up their time to coach the kids. And thanks to their managers Karyn Hodgson, Jacqui Donald and Brigette Musgrave, Bev Small, and Jill Wilson. We would also like to thank Brett in the kitchen for providing Player of the Day meals; Brett Coates and Shay Hawkins for organising and running the trail ride that allowed us the funds to get our fields up to scratch; and everyone (too many to name) who gave up their time to help with the upkeep of the facilities. Thank you to all the parents who helped in the tuck shop and to everyone who has supported our fundraising efforts over the season. Many of you will have purchased a ticket or two for our major raffle and we are pleased to announce the winners: 1st prize (42in Panasonic TV): Mike Donald 2nd prize (2 nights at Ruakaka Beach Holiday Park): Craig Garnett 3rd prize (Blueray DVD player): Kenny Manuel Finally, it is with regret that we say goodbye to our current president, Craig Shadbolt. Sadly we could not convince him to stay on for another season, so we will bid him farewell and wish him all the best for his new ventures.

Maungaturoto Swimming Club

Meeting 10th September at 5pm
At the Maungaturoto Country Club All coaches, parents and committee members welcome. Planning is underway for the 2012/2013 swimming season and we are seeking additional coaches and a co-ordinator to job share with the swim safe coordinator for this season. Call Tina on 09 431 8180

Bowling Club
Opening Day Saturday 8 September 1pm
Members please bring a plate per member for afternoon tea. Members can invite friends and new bowlers are very welcome. Club members to wear whites or club colours. Contact numbers:
Ted Mooney 09 431 8249 Naira Vaney 09 461 9134 Margaret Powell 09 431 8396

Bowls Northland Centre opening day is on 2nd September, starting at 1.30pm. Bowling attire to be worn.

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SNIPPETS
Community Trust News
The new development of six new OYO units is nearing completion; major construction has nearly finished , The final landscaping is waiting for the weather to co-operate. Three units have been sold and are occupied, and we welcome these new residents to the village. The fourth unit has been sold and will be occupied towards the end of the month. That leaves two units waiting for an owner. Take a drive up Riverview Place and check out the view . The quality of the workmanship is a credit to all concerned. Our local contractors, Brogan Builders, Kaipara Plumbing, Hubands and Extreme Joinery have helped to create a really nice place to live, and with the adjacent rest home and the caring staff, future security and wellbeing is assured. Anyone wishing to investigate further should contact one of the following. C Garnett 4318185, Dave Marquet 4318528 or Don McKay 4318308
We have had a very busy month in August. We had a flax weaving workshop and ha ve had more colour themed days. One of these was devoted to ma (whi te), which involved making sushi . Another was pango (black): cupcake decorating with black coconut, icing and choc decora tions. Others were kowhai (yellow), pakaka (brown), and kakariki (green) all with play-dough made to ma tch. Each session has joined in with the Pri mary Schools Jump Ja m Sessions and we also had a class visi t to Room 6 and Mrs Wilson. We wish a happy 5th birthday to Mihi although your ti me with us was short, we will miss you and we wish you all the best for sc hool! We welcome Julia with Manu and Amelia, and Amy with Tania. Remember also tha t we appreciate any empty printer toner cartridges for recycling. You can drop them off a t Playcentre during our session ti mes or a t 100% Fergus Appliances.

Don McKay

Civil Defence update

KAURI MUSEUM MERVYN STERLING SCHOLARSHIP
Courtney Windsor has been awarded The Kauri Museum Mervyn Sterling Memorial Scholarship. This is offered yearly by the Otamatea Kauri and Pioneer Museum Trust Board to encourage undergraduate study and applied research in New Zealand in the fields of environmental conservation, ecology, natural heritage and Northland history (especially Otamatea). Courtney is currently enrolled in a BSc degree at Waikato University and is planning to major in Earth Science. Her interest is in pursuing the study of sustainable management of Earths energy, water, mineral, soil and coastal resources. Her main affiliation to the Otamatea area is through her grandfather, Ross Windsor, who was Principal of Matakohe School for seven years during the 1960s. Over the years she has also had involvement with the Kaipara Region. Bet Nelley, CEO Kauri Museum

Two months ago, you all received a Civil Defence sheet to complete and a yellow booklet (Get ready, Get thru), which gave some hints of what to do in an emergency. It is hoped that by now you have worked out a telephone network within your area (i.e. your neighbours), so that you can support each other should the need arise. On Wednesday, 26 th September, the New Zealand Shakeout takes place. At 9.26 am on that date, it is suggested that you practice the Drop, Cover and Hold drill. Your local committee will be checking its telephone tree at that time, and it may be a good time to implement your own telephone trees and think about all your neighbours and any special needs they may have. You can find more information on the website: www.getthru.govt.nz. While this promotion is earthquake-related, it would also be a good opportunity for you to practise your emergency response. Your Civil Defence Committee

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STOP PRESS
The Kauri Museum has boosted both its national and international reputation recently. At the annual Grand Pacific Tours Award ceremony in Melbourne, it was named Favourite North Island Attraction. This is the second time that the museum has won the award: it was also successful in 2007-8. Meanwhile Real Town Pies of Maungaturoto were making their name amongst more than 440 bakers judged in the Bakels New Zealand Supreme Pie Award. Entered in to the Caf and Boutique section of the contest, they achieved a top-ten finish with one of those creamy chicken pies that youve no doubt already tried and loved!

WORDPLAY
Answers below (upside down!)
Stepwise
Spring is on the way or so the gra ss on my lawn tells me. So, to give all the plants a helping hand, this month you need to c hange C O L D into W A R M by changing one letter a t a ti me, to crea te a new intermediate word. (Target 5 moves or fewer.)

Anagrams
The letters in the three phrases below can be re-a rranged into the na mes of three fa mous politicians. (Hint: none of them are New ZealandersI did say famous!). 1. THAT GREATER CHARM 2. GOSH A GROWING TEEN 3. HUGE LEADER CALLS

Beat the editor!

Last week I spent a plea sant hour in Whangarei listening to the Midday Music in the Old Library. Theres something on every Wednesday. As I sa t there I tried to work out how many words I could get from the towns name and it seemed to be a lot. How many can you get? W H A N GA R E I Remember, the ai m is to crea te as many words as possible. Words should use each letter only once, must have a t lea st 3 letters, must not be real names (e.g. of people, places) and should not be rude! Edi tors target: 53 words (though there may be more!).

Synonym sums
To solve the sums below, you have to find the synonyms for the first two words or phra ses tha t, when joined together, make a synonym for the thi rd word or phra se. For exa mple: the solution to OATS + BOWL = FLOURISH would be BRAN+DISH = BRANDISH). FOREHEAD + CROON = READING OUTGROWTH + INSECT = COURTEOUS HAIR + LINE = GROOVE ARRIVE + PASS AWAY = FARCES

Open all the year around

Offering affordable golf through sub and green fees.

Club day 10.00 every Sunday

Located off Golden Stairs Road (accessed from Paparoa-Oakleigh or Maungaturoto Gorge roads)
Telephone: 09 431 8585 or 09 431 8597

Beat the editor: Age; Air; Anger; Are; Area; Awe; Ear; Era; Gain; Gen; Gin; Grain; Gran; Grin; Hair; Hang; Hanger; Hare; Haw; Hear; Hen; Her; Hew; Hinge; Hire; Ire; Rage; Rain; Ran; Rang; Range; Raw; Reign; Rein; Ring; Wag; Wage; Wager; Wan; War; Ware; Warn; Wear; When; Whine; Whiner; Wig; Win; Wine; Wing; Winger; Wire Anagram s: 1. Margaret Thatcher; 2. George Washington; 3. Charles de Gaulle. Synonym sums: BROW + SING = BROWSING; GALL + ANT = GALLANT; FUR + ROW = FURROW; COME + DIES = COMEDIES Stepwise: Cold Cord Core Care Ware Warm

PAPAROA GOLF CLUB

ANSWERS to WORDPLAY (above)

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List of advertisers
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Advertising FAQ
How much does it c ost to advertise? Please see the above table for monthly rates. When will I be invoiced? Invoices and statements are sent quarterly. Can I get a discount for adve rtising in multiple issues? There is a discount available if you advertise annually. Please see the table above for rates. How do I advertise a nnually? Please send a cheque for the required amount to PO BOX 113, Maungaturoto, 0547 making sure to make it clear that you are paying for a year. Alternatively, you can make a direct bank pay ment to 06-03650008021-00. Include your business name in the reference and the word ANNUAL in the details. How will I know my payment has been received? Pay ments appear on your next quarterly statement. Who do I contact with queries about payments for adverts? Contact Guy Smith: 09 431 8860.

Bream Bay Concrete and Drilling Building and landwork

Jenny's Rural Cleaning Services Domestic services

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Diary of Events: September 2012

Date Wed 5th Fri 7th Sat 8th Mon 10th Fri 14th Sat 15th Sun 16th Tue 18th Wed 19th Thu 20th Fri 21st Sat 22nd Tue 25th Wed 26th Thu 27th Fri 28th Time 10.30 19.30 13.00 17.00 09.00 09.00 09.45 13.00 18.30 09.26 13.30 Event Homebuilders seniors lunch M aungaturoto Residents Association meeting Soup day Bowling Club opening day Swimming Club meeting Paparoa School Possum Purge (until 17th) Beautification Project working bee day 1 Beautification Project working bee day 2 Parents day Centennial Hall AGM M aungaturoto Garden Club Grandparents day Pot luck dinner Enrolment for 2013 New Zealand Shakeout Day Otamatea Grey Power AGM and Monthly Meeting Enrolment for 2013 Donut day and last day of term Location St John Church hall Centennial Hall Primary School Country Club Country Club Paparoa School Outside Dreams Outside Dreams Primary School Centennial Hall Centennial Hall Primary School M arahemo Hall High School Anglican Church Hall High School Primary School See page 7 15 31 31 33 7 7 15 6 9 15 5 17 33 11 17 15

Weekly events
Tuesdays: Thursdays: Fridays: Saturdays: 10.00 15.00 09.00 19.00 Mainly Music - Congregational Church (page 5) St John Cadets Penguin & Green groups; 17.00 Blue & Gold Groups Art Co-op - Old Ministry of Works building (page 4) OTA YouthThe Garage (page 4)

Community Directory
ESSENTIAL NUMBERS FIRE / POLICE / AMBULANCE DIAL 111 Arataki M inistries 09 431 9091/8055 Care & Share Family Support 09 431 8227 Dog, Stock and Noise Control 0800 105 890 Health Line 0800 611 116 Homebuilders 09 431 9080 Kaipara District Council 0800 727 059 Linking Hands Health Shuttle Service 09 431 8969 M aungaturoto Pharmacy 09 431 8045 Medical Centre 09 431 8576 After Hours 09 423 8086 NZ Post 09 431 8315 Plunket Society 09 431 8187 Plunket Line (24hour/7 day service) 0800 933 922 Public Health Nurse 09 431 8129 Dee M illen 021 735 313 Sue Plunket 021 244 5415 Veterinary Centre 09 431 8318 SPORTS CLUBS AND ASSOCIATIONS Ararua Pony Club 09 431 8806 Hockey Club 09 431 8530 Indoor Bowls 09 431 8055 Kaipara Hunt Inc 09 431 2059 Kaiwaka Sports Association 09 431 2051 M aungaturoto Bowling Club 09 431 8148 M aungaturoto Equestrian (Sue Bragg) 09 431 9025 M aungaturoto Squash Club 09 431 8599 Otamatea Hawks Rugby Club 09 431 8280 Paparoa Golf Club 09 431 8585 Sport Northland (Janine Gilmore) 09 431 8427 Swimming Club (Tina) 09 431 8180 Yoga (Rebecca Evans) 021 0235 1690 COMMUNITY FACILITIES M aungaturoto Centennial Hall M aungaturoto Library M aungaturoto Money Exchange M aungaturoto Rest Home Otamatea M arae 09 09 09 09 09 431 431 431 431 431 8669 8811 8028 8696 8337

CHURCHES and SPIRITUAL GROUPS Anglican 09 431 8193 Bahai Faith 09 431 8488 / 09 946 9866 Catholic (Trevor Brljvich) 09 431 8499 (Peter Jackson) 09 431 2226 Congregational (David Patterson) 09 431 8172 Presbyterian 09 431 7106 EDUCATION M aungaturoto Playcentre M aungaturoto Primary School Otamatea Christian School Otamatea High School Te Kohanga Reo (Paparoa) 09 09 09 09 09 431 431 431 431 431 8517 8106 8487 8230 7089

SERVICE CLUBS AND INTEREST GROUPS Art Group 09 Craft Group 09 Garden Club 09 Lions (Alistair Banks) 09 M arsden M asonic Lodge 09 M aungaturoto Country Club 09 M aungaturoto St John Youth Cadets 09 Otamatea Repertory Theatre 09 Residents Association (Secretary) 09 RSA M emorial Club 09 Rotary Club 09 Scouts 09

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