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Letters to the editor www.sceneonline.co.nzLettersI would like to acknowledge just what awonderful wee town we live in. Last Tues-day I was leaving a doctor’s appointment atthe Matamata Medical Centre and a sweetyoung girl came up to me and gave me abeautiful bunch of daffodils. She thoughtthat I might like them, which of course I did! I was so touched by her thoughtful-ness and kindness, I thanked her but didn’t

even ask her, her name! So, to that sweetyoung girl who truly did make my day,thank you so much for my beautiful daf-fodils. Lianne McNeill.

Unbeaten weekend as Swiftsenter season’s twilight

Comag Matamata Swifts and Chal-lenge Matamata Swifts Ladies com-pleted comfortable wins in theirfinal home games of the season, while Wa-haroa Transport ended their 2020 cam-paign with a come from behind draw onthe road.The Swifts’ struggled to score in the re-verse fixture against Te Awamutu, butmade up for that profligacy as they regis-tered three times in the opening 23 min-utes to put this game to bed early. A latepenalty from the visitors meant the gamefinished 3-1. Captain, Bjorn Vossen, set theSwifts on their way after slipping home afifth minute penalty, before Matt Pottsscrambled home from a corner ten min-utes later to double the lead. Young play-maker, Anton Ganas, was rewarded for hisbright, influential opening with Mata-mata’s third. He also placed a target on hisback as, with little official protection, thevisitors spent the rest of his time on thefield kicking him rather than the ball.Ganas wasn’t the only Swift on the end of agood kicking as the game went on. Thatwas the tone for the remainder of whatbarely resembled a football match. The vis-itors finished well from the penalty spot,late on, after being gifted their chance toscore following a scratchy hand ball call.The other Saturday game saw Waharoa

Transport Swifts reserves recover from atwo goal half time deficit to draw 2-2 atWaihi in their final match of the season.Ronan Costello and Ethan Davis netted forthe reserves as they couldn’t quite com-plete the perfect comeback.On Sunday, Challenge Matamata Swiftseased to a 3-0 win over Northern United toset up a title showdown against WaikatoUnicol next weekend. Shania Stewart back-heeled Matamata’s opening goal then Ker-rie Cox nodded home to give the Swifts atwo goal half-time lead. Northern have tra-ditionally been difficult opponents forMatamata, but when they put throughtheir own net in the second half a tidy vic-tory margin was assured. All focus nowturns Sunday’s final game of the season,which will be played in Hamilton. Mata-mata and Unicol have been neck and neckall season, drawing both their previous en-counters but sitting miles ahead of anyoneelse in Waikato Division 1. Unicol have asignificantly better goal difference so theSwifts will need to win to bring home thetitle. It’s all to play for.The Good Merchant Players of the Daywere Blair Griffiths and Matt Potts (ComagMatamata Swifts), Shania Stewart (Chal-lenge Matamata Swifts Ladies) and RobCox (Waharoa Transport Swifts Reserves).Dwayne Barlow.

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Local Daffodil Day coordinators CarmenField, Bronwen Wells, Chris Metcalfeand Annette Gray we delighted with thetalent of local kids who entered the recentDaffodil Day colouring competition. “It was areally tough decision selecting winners asthere was so much creativity and thought putinto each and every entry” Carmen said. Pictured with Carmen are category win-ners Esme Foster (senior), Poppy Shannon (7– 11 years) and Annabelle Page (0-6 years).Congratulations also goes to second andthird place getters Tilly Hopkins, CatherineDance, Mila Hopkins and Noah Shannon.

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hay or maize for fundraising. We like tocontribute back into our communities atleast a couple of times each year with thismoney and recently, with almost equalvotes, two local organisations received oursupport.”Representing Pohlen Foundation, man-ager Gilly Alexander was delighted withthe donation and thanked the young farm-ers at their recent meeting. “You’ve justbought us a wheelchair” she laughed! “Asthe fundraising arm of Pohlen Hospital, wecouldn’t contribute to crucial capital pur-chases without the support of our commu-nity and are very grateful for your efforts.And, as a farmer myself, I appreciate thattime off the farm is precious and the factthat you have used your own time to ben-efit such a worthy community asset, is in-credibly generous.”The second person to benefit was SunnyAmopiu on behalf of Shining Light on the

Dark South Waikato. “In our organisationwe are not professionals” said Sunny. “Weare simply a group of volunteers passion-ate about raising awareness of mentalhealth, depression and suicide. It’s crucialwe kill the stigma associated with anyoneexperiencing these thoughts and feelings,and get the message out there that it is okto talk, ok to ask for help and ok not to beok. We are committed to helping peoplefind their way through the dark and get thesupport they need - whether that’s thosesuffering, or the families and friends af-fected. Your contribution will be of im-mense benefit to providing furthersupport, and we are very appreciative.”If you would like information about joining Piarere (Okoroire) Young Farmers,feel free to flick the team an email at [email protected]. You’ll bemade very welcome!Caron Stewart.

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Matamata Primary Schooloffer a huge shout out to Mark Wilcox for laying concrete and J Swap Contractors for doing the prepwork for their fabulous newcricket net and bus shelter.Along with the PTA and volun-teers, the two projects werecompleted recently and lookgreat!

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“In many areas of life the single mostimportant factor predicting suc-cess is mental toughness or ‘re-silience’ – the ability to bounce back aftershocks and setbacks and not dwell in un-productive emotions.”This quote is from Kevin Biggar, thekeynote speaker of the 2020 BusinessNight Out, an evening which celebratesand showcases the district’s businesscommunity. The evening will be held onThursday, 29 October at the Matamata-Piako Civic and Memorial Centre. You canexpect the competitive People’s Choicefor Customer Service and Contribution toCommunity but due to the current cli-mate, the big business awards have beenremoved.“While I commend those who have pre-viously put their business and staffthrough the judging process, this year,things are different,” said Mayor Ash Tan-ner. “On reflection of the current climate,Councillors decided it would be wrong toput local businesses under the judgingmicroscope when some are still trying tosee light at the end of the tunnel or fight-

ing to keep their staff employed. It’s stillgoing to be a great night – and as a busi-ness community, there’s still so much tocelebrate and positives to focus on, not tomention a fantastic guest speaker whowill have a message everyone will takesomething from.” Known as the ‘big challenge guy’, guestspeaker Kevin Biggar’s message willfocus on challenge and resilience. “Afterthis past few months, challenge is a termwe can all relate to” says Mayor Ash. “It’sbeen a tough year no doubt – there’s beenuphill battles and real struggles but ourbusiness community have done theirbest.” You can get behind the BusinessAwards by nominating a local businessfor the Customer Services Award. Thenomination form is available in Council inFocus, (see page 9) or you can nominateonline at mpdc.nz/business-awards.“Have a think about the person whogave you an amazing smile, went theextra mile – or was an outstanding essen-tial service provider during lockdown.This is the time to say thank you and give

back to our local businesses – so makesure to nominate now or vote when thetime comes in late September,” saidMayor Ash.A panel of judges will select five nomi-nated businesses from each of the threetowns which will go out to public vote.“It’s always highly contended – and wehave no doubt this year it will be evenmore so,” he said.

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Sometimes we can’t see the point in givingthanks for things we don’t like or don’tcare about. But St Paul, in his letter to theThessalonians says, “In everything give thanks.”In whatever circumstances we are in, we canchoose to either moan and groan or we canworship, and when we worship our hearts aregrateful. We give thanks to God. He is the giverof every good gift. Our lives are surroundedwith good gifts. We should cultivate a habit ofquietly thanking God for the gifts that we no-tice, day by day. In difficult circumstances grat-itude gives hope. So when you can’t seeanything to be pleased about, search quickly forsomething you are grateful for. And as youthank him you will realise that God is the giverof good gifts, and you will know that he is withyou still.

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Jane Belton brought some photos in wefound really interesting! Can you remem-ber the severe Matamata floods? Or a timebefore we had a town clock? Or what aboutwhen the good old VW Kombi was a common‘people mover’? Ah… them were the days…

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Moving on with fond memoriesAlthough it was daunting being em-ployed by Sue Whiting; “that ladywho always seemed to be stridingaround the CBD with a clipboard doingimportant stuff”, a weekend job helpingout as an information officer at Mata-mata i-SITE in 2005 introduced localwoman, Memorie Brooky, to what soonbecame a passion for tourism, public re-lations and supporting successful busi-ness relationships throughout thecommunity. The interesting thing wasthat this career path was not somethingshe had ever considered, nor imagined,while taking on employment to fund hermusic studies!“Opportunities seemed to arise thatjust felt right at the time” says Memorie.“And, ironically, nothing was ever reallyplanned! It just happened that, followingmy experience at Matamata, my next po-sition was at Hamilton i-SITE – initiallypart time while I was studying, thenlater, full time. This offered the chance toexplore everything from providing cus-tomer service, tourism and travel adviceand even helping with regional eventplanning - including for example, organ-ising accommodation for the WorldRowing competitions and coordinatingthe V8 Supercars. I loved that every daywas different and always brought aboutexciting, new challenges.”Ironically, Memorie’s decision to moveback to Matamata couldn’t have beenbetter timing with her now good friendSue, looking to introduce a team man-ager’s position at i-SITE. “This was in theearly stages of the proposed upgrade toour iconic Gatehouse” says Memorie. “Iremember at the time, after seeing the

come a trainer at the New ZealandSchool of Tourism, it wasn’t long beforeleaving home at 5am and not gettinghome until sometimes 10pm, took its tolland, much to the delight of Sue, wasenough to lure her favourite local back! “The one thing Sue is probably best re-membered for within her i-SITE role”says Memorie, “was her ability to takeher team on whatever journey she sether mind to - and always for the better-ment of the whole community. She con-tinually encouraged us to step up, andsupported us all the way. This meantthat when she took the opportunity toput herself forward as a Matamata WardCouncillor and resign her position asmanager, it was with full faith she knewwe were more than capable of makingthat transition. When I think about itnow, if anyone had said 15 years ago thatI would be the new Sue and take care ofi-SITE, the Public Relations Associationand Matamata Business Association –and then meld the latter positions intothe more streamlined direction of aChamber of Commerce, I think I wouldhave passed out! It has been such anhonour to continue Sue’s work and, al-though I am about to embark on a newchallenge with NT Wealleans, I have ab-solutely no doubt the current Board willcontinue very successfully, especiallywith the recent appointment of my suc-cessor, Steve Edwards. Although thereare too many people to name individu-ally, I would like to take this opportunityto thank every single person who hascontributed to a fantastic career withMatamata i-SITE.”Caron Stewart.

plans, thinking it would never happen –clearly I underestimated the commitment,dedication and drive of our little white hairedgo-getter however! Later that year and in thepresence of our then Prime Minister, JohnKey, a massive street party celebrated itscompletion and official opening. Sharing inthat milestone will always be a highlight ofmy ‘back and forth’ stints at Matamata i-SITE.”With a short break again in 2015/16 to be-


If there’s one thing the team at Matamata Citizens Advice Bureau can’t stress enough, it’s that they arefully operational, open to all members of the commu-nity and have all required health and safety proceduresin place following the global outbreak of Covid-19 earlythis year.Well actually, that’s three things but, says Chair ChrisChambers, “it’s crucial our visitors know that, regardlessof their queries or requirements, the Matamata CAB of-fice at Railside by the Green is an organisation committedto providing impartial, free and confidential assistancein a completely safe and supported environment.”Now more than ever, the Matamata CAB team appreci-ate that there are a large number of community membersthat, for various reasons, may feel a little anxious aboutvisiting public spaces. “We can assure these people how-ever” says Chris, “that we have taken all steps to min-imise any risk with electronic and/or manual tracing,provision of hand sanitiser, face masks if required, andthe use of social distancing. We have identified that some,particularly the elderly or immune compromised, may befurther disadvantaged with feelings of isolation if theyare what we call, digitally excluded, so have addressedall areas we believe to be of potential concern.”Having been an integral part of the community for over40 years, Matamata CAB is run entirely by volunteers –all of whom are fully trained and completely competentwith nationally networked resources, information andcontact databases. They are not there to make decisions

for you – rather, to empower you with relevant and up-to-date answers regarding everything from housing oremployment, how to access legal or social services, coun-selling, budgeting or finance and various family issues.“If we don’t know the answer on the spot, we will do ev-erything we can to find out” says Chris. “We strive to offeroptions that provide choices, or lead to a solution,whether that’s personal, family or community issues. Wealso have a variety of forms from legal aid to dissolutionof marriage, pamphlets and fact sheets on most topics,and information on clubs or groups for all ages available”he says.The Matamata Citizens Advice Bureau is for the community, run by the community, to make the entirecommunity an easier place in which to live. The friendlyBureau members come from a variety of backgrounds including business, farming, education or retirement,with many involved in a number of other activities inMatamata. Everyone is welcome and no appointment isnecessary. Office hours are 10am to 2pm daily or messages can be left on the answerphone outside these hours at 07 888 8176. You can also email [email protected] anyone who may be interested in volunteeringwith Matamata Citizens Advice Bureau, Chris also wel-comes their contact. Full training is provided and, alongwith around 30 other volunteers, rosters are workedaround the time you are available to contribute.Caron Stewart.

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It’s only through the generosity of Ballance,NT Wealleans, Daltons and J Swap Con-tractors that Matamata Lions are able to fa-cilitate a fundraiser that benefits local groupsor organisations to the tune of several thou-sand dollars every year heading into spring.The Lions house-to-house distribution ofgarden fertiliser has been an anticipatedevent longer than anyone can seem to re-member and this Saturday, September 19, itsset to raise valuable funds for Matamata Col-lege Sports Club, Matamata Guides and Mata-mata Playcentre. Each of the organisationswill provide trailers and runners that willvisit all residential homes in the communityoffering a range of garden fertiliser productsfor purchase.“We are extremely fortunate to have thesupport of our annual sponsors” says Lionspresident, Andy Andreson, “and in particu-lar, appreciate the huge amount of work ourprojects convenor David Wearne and hiscommittee have put into organising thedrive. Our recipients stand to raise signifi-

cant funds towards a range of fantastic pro-jects or initiatives and obviously, will reallyappreciate the support of the community.”For Matamata Playcentre, the Covid-19lockdown in March severely compromisedplans to host a community open day cele-brating stage one of a major development attheir Farmers Road facility. With a large, pre-viously unused paddock adjacent to the mainbuilding and playground under develop-ment, the committee have been excitedabout creating a natural play space to in-crease creativity, learn problem solving tech-niques and enhance cognitive abilities forpreschool children in the community. Theextra funds potentially available through theLions Fertiliser Drive are likely to help thenext stage become a reality.Also adversely affected by the continuedeffects of Covid-19, Matamata Guides areputting the disappointment of postponedand cancelled events behind them and work-ing towards ensuring local girls have the op-portunity of attending more outdoor

experiences such as camping, and the 2022national Jamboree. “Obviously there aremany groups, clubs and organisations in thesame boat” says leader, Linda Sinclair,“which is why we are particularly grateful toMatamata Lions for this opportunity. Thereis a lot of uncertainly out there and if thiskind of fundraising can alleviate some of thecost to our families, then we are pleased andproud to contribute our time and efforts ontheir behalf.”From 9am to 12noon, around 40 teamswill be driving the streets of Matamata sell-ing garden fertiliser, dolomite, lime, bloodand bone, and Daltons vege compost door-to-door. Prices range from just $6 to $18 andwith no eftpos facilities available, it would beappreciated if anyone interested in purchas-ing the products, could have cash available.For anyone who may be missed on the day,you are welcome to contact Carol on 07 8886086 or 027 350 6696, or Kay on 027 2807385 for to organise purchase and delivery.Caron Stewart.

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Matamata Guides are looking forward to rolling up their sleeves and being part of the 2020 annual Lions Fertilser Drive. They are pictured after a week-end of picking daffodils to brighten up the day of community members, rest homes and residents “simply because they can”. If you need fertiliser, pleasehave cash available on Saturday morning between 9am and 12noon and expect on knock on the door – your support will be appreciated!

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JUNIOR RUGBY DRAWSaturday 19 September: MINI MIDGETS:UMS Minis, meet at the end of field one,9.30am at Bedford Park. Hinuera Minis,meet on the pavilion field, 9.30am at Weal-leans Park. RIPPER (all at Bedford Park):9.45am: Hinuera Hurricanes v UMS Bulls,F2. Hinuera Hustlers v UMS Turbos, F3.10.20am: Hinuera Wasps v UMS Mooloos,F2. Hinuera Mavericks v UMS Steamers,F3. YEAR 3, 10am kickoff: Hinuera Rebelsv UMS Crushers, Bedford Park. HinueraCowboys v UMS SCC Red Bulls, WealleansPark. YEAR 4, 10am kickoff: Hinuera Chiefsv UMS Rams, Wealleans Park. HinueraGadgets v UMS Begovich Bulls, WealleansPark. YEAR 6, 11am kickoff: Hinuera Stormv Cambridge Alleva, Wealleans Park. Hin-uera BYE. UMS Tuatara v Cambridge Hire,Cambridge. UMS Weasels v MorrinsvilleYellow, Bedford Park. YEAR 7, 11am kick-off: Hinuera v St Peters, Wealleans Park.UMS v Morrinsville, Morrinsville. YEAR 8,11am kickoff: Hinuera/UMS BYE.HINUERA RUGBYFollowing on after the euphoria of Hin-uera Rugby Club’s win last Saturday, muchto my dismay, I realised I had made twoglaring omissions/mistakes in my report.Firstly I had left out two players names ofthose who had worn the gold and blackcolours in years long ago. They are BruceMilne and Andrew Smellie. I apologise pro-fusely! Secondly I credited the wrong per-son for the photo wall that greeted playersand public inside the clubrooms. This hon-

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to attend meetings, roll up his sleeves, takehis turn and, wherever possible, get in andhelp get things done. He continues to seeimmense value in the contribution Lionsmakes to all number of individuals, com-munity groups and organisations and, withthe motto, ‘We serve’ – likes to think hedoes! During the dinner meeting held at Mata-mata Club, it was with a great deal of plea-sure President Andy Andreson surprisedPodge with the presentation of a LloydMorgan Life Honour – the highest accoladeavailable within Lions. “I was floored, ab-solutely speechless” says Graeme. “It actu-ally came as quite a surprise that I’vecelebrated 45 years with Lions and to beacknowledged in this way, was really

something. I was quite overwhelmed.”In accepting his award, Graeme says hisinvolvement over the past four decadeswas largely due to the support of his wife,Fay. “In everything many of us can achievethroughout our lives, there is little thatdoesn’t require the understanding andbacking of our spouses” he says. “Fay hasalways been a tremendous comradewhether that’s while raising our family,keeping the home fires burning or makingdecisions or sacrifices alongside me. I’mfortunate she has enjoyed the social side ofLions as much as I have and I’ve really ap-preciated that. It’s been a very rewarding45 years and god willing, there’ll be a fewmore years left in me yet!”Caron Stewart.

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Nigel Elliot has had plenty of excite-ment in the boxing ring, but he got toenjoy another type of knockout thrilllast week at Matamata when he saddled uphis first winner as a racehorse trainer.Elliot and his wife, Tammy, own and trainEl Nymph, who broke through for her firstwin in seven starts when scoring decisivelyin the hands of Matamata apprentice TaikiYanagida. El Nymph, a four-year-old daugh-ter of El Roca, had sound lead-up form con-sisting of a second at Matamata last monthand a third at Taupo 11 days later and forTammy it was a welcome return to the win-ner’s circle, having previously won a racewith Red Tsunami at Tauranga on March2016 when training at Tauranga.‘’It’s pretty hard to get Tammy emotional,but I was making a bit of noise,’’ said Nigel.‘’I was enjoying the moment. It was beauti-ful. We always knew she should win a raceand we were quietly confident she wouldwin. She won it well so we’re hoping she canwin more.’’ Even if El Nymph doesn’t winwithin the next month, Nigel and Tammyare sure to have a celebration with the birthof their second child due within the next fewweeks. ‘’I had to lead the horse around be-cause Tammy’s belly has got a bit big,’’ helaughed. ‘’We’ve got a one-year-old andwe’re looking forward to our second child.’Nigel and Tammy have a lifestyle block atLichfield with its own small training track,but head into Matamata to do the fast workwith their few horses. That trip gives Nigelan opportunity to catch up with some of hisclients in his role as a boxing manager andpromoter. Nigel has used his experience asa boxer to help promote the sport and thathas included promoting and staging boutsaround the Waikato, sometimes includingjockeys, namely Troy Harris, Lynsey Sather-

ley, Jake Bayliss, Toni Moki and JordanNason. ‘’I’ve promoted a few of those showsand they’ve been a success,’’ said Nigel. ‘’I’vealso got a gym at Putaruru and do boxingtraining four days a week with 15 classes,including boxing, amateur boxing and kick-boxing. That and the horses keeps me busy.’’Elliot’s family comes from a backgroundin trotting, but he grew fond of the thor-oughbreds when going to the races with hisfather. ‘’My dream was to one day trainhorses,’’ he said. ‘’I had shares in horses. Oneof them was 20 percent in Red Tsunami,when he won for Tammy. But six years agoI didn’t even know how to saddle up ahorse.’’ Nigel picked up some valuable ad-vice from Tammy, who spent time working

for Tauranga trainer Brian McKeagg, and hegained his owner-trainer’s licence in 2015-16, but it took 58 starts for him to celebratesuch a winning milestone. Between times heand Tammy got married and the pair havepottered around with a few horses. ‘’We didhave three in work, but we’re down to two,’’said Nigel. ‘’As well as El Nymph, we’ve gotan Ocean Park two-year-old who we hopeto be racing later on. I’m still learning abouttraining, but I love it.’’Last week’s Matamata meeting also pro-duced some top winning performancesfrom Cornflower Blue, Escudo, Kamakaze,Limentis and Hola Senorita. There was botha sense of relief as well as excitement be-hind the win of Cornflower Blue after her

debut second on the course last Februarybehind unbeaten stablemate Need I SayMore. The Waikato Stud-owned and bredCornflower Blue raced away to a six and ahalf-length win over 1200 metres fortrainer Jamie Richards, who has his sightsset on the Group 1 New Zealand 1000Guineas (1600m) at Riccarton in Novemberfor the daughter of champion sire Savabeel.‘’It was a pretty exciting win from a filly thatwe’ve had a lot of time for,” said Jamie. “Shehad a small stress fracture in her cannonbone and needed a good, long break afterher debut run in February and thankfullythe Waikato Stud team, Dr. Chris Phillips,Kerrie Cox and Sam McLeish, along with ourvet, Ronan Costello, gave her plenty of timeto get over that and it’s all in front of hernow.’’ Escudo, trained by Lance O’Sullivan andAndrew Scott, gave both Taiki and the West-bury Stud sire El Roca their second wins ofthe day. “We always had high hopes for her,but the COVID lockdown and the extra timeshe got has been a massive aid to her andlooking at her today in the ring, she hasbloomed into a lovely big filly,’’ said An-drew. Kamazake, a five-year-old son of Bat-tle Paint, has proved a pleasant surprise fortrainers Peter and Jess Brosnan, being un-beaten in both his trials and now in his tworaceday starts, while Limentis, trained byBev and Ken Kelso, produced a big effort tocharge to victory in the Matamata Veteri-nary Services 1400 and, though she had towait until her seventh start for the win, shepromises to win again at short notice. HolaSenorita, trained by part-owner Vicki Pren-dergast and ridden by Sam Collett, was hav-ing her fifth start when she cleared maidenranks over 1400 metres in game fashion.Wally O’Hearn.

El Nymph gaining a well-deserved first win for herself and her co-trainer and part-owner NigelElliot at Matamata last week. Photo: Kenton Wright, Race Images.

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happy life on the outside! “Basically HLHSis a condition that means during preg-nancy, the left side of the heart doesn’tform correctly” says Kendall, “and as a re-sult, several surgeries will be required toensure blood flow and the congenital heartdefect doesn’t adversely affect her qualityof life as she grows up.”Born on March 30 by caesarean section -five days into alert level 4 lockdown fol-lowing the announcement of Covid-19,

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Pictured with her parents Kendall and Keren and her big sister Ella, Maddie Dean has provenshe’s a true warrior princess after being diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome at20 weeks gestation.

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DOWN: 2 Adhere, 3 Tread, 5 Hook, 6 Options, 7 Images, 8 Trace, 9 Endured, 10 Orca, 11 Errors, 12 Pulse, 13 Springy, 14 Capsule, 18 Inoculated, 23 Blitz, 24 Carnage, 26 Lacquer, 27 Proverb, 29 Politic, 30 Update, 31 Owing, 32 Banana, 34 Rave, 36 Gamut, 38 Mural, 40 Diet, 45 Bison, 46 Geology, 47 Used, 48 Guitar, 49 Overs, 50 Process, 52 Components, 53 Indiana, 54 Agency, 55 Geysers, 56 Spits, 57 Uses, 62 Ached, 67 Against, 68 Verbose, 70 Abandon, 72 Parapet, 73 Clouds, 74 Bureau, 75 Menace, 76 Ideal, 78 Oasis, 80 Moved, 82 Knee, 83 Scar.

ACROSS1 Over (5)4 Bare (8)9 Rudderless (6)14 Chew noisily (5)15 Begin with no resources or advantage (5,4,7)17 Climb (5)18 Muck (3)19 Germ (7)20 Swollen-headed (9)21 Intersecting (6)24 Mysterious (9)25 Spasmodic (6)26 Eat alfresco (6)29 Singer-poet (10)31 Unused (3)32 O�cial order (6)33 Dirty fog (4)35 Day before (3)37 Head and shoulders sculpture (4)39 Examples (9)40 I mend albs (anag) (9)41 Soft, ne net material (5)42 Contravene (8)47 False teeth (8)51 Hair dye (5)55 Lack of symmetry (9)56 Old style suitcase (9)58 Bird house (4)59 Able-bodied (3)60 Wide smile (4)61 Rider’s seat (6)62 Promissory note (3)

63 Extended (10)66 Woven container (6)67 Baby’s toy (6)69 Laird (9)72 Pressing (6)73 Make uneasy (9)75 Ridicule with satire (7)77 Chest bone (3)80 Rowing team (5)81 Take risks (5,4,4,3)82 Broken piece of pottery (5)83 Robust (6)84 Aridness (anag) (8)85 Barrister’s instructions (5)DOWN2 Petty fault- nder (9)3 Blunder (5)5 God of thunder (4)6 Deep perception (7)7 Firework display (12)8 Calendar numbers (5)9 Nonbeliever (7)10 Jeopardise (4)11 Engaged man (6)12 Hidden obstacles (5)13 Wildly disorganised (7)14 Tuneful (7)16 False account (11)22 Raise in relief (6)23 Result (7)24 Globe-circling line (7)25 Least (6)27 More agile (7)

28 Medium’s meeting (6)30 Not imaginary (4)32 Distributes cards (5)34 Vapours (5)36 Angle (4)38 Vase (3)42 Cake covering (5)43 Material (7)44 Not in action (4)45 Cheerfully sociable (6)46 Stab (5)48 Bird heard after dark (11)49 Ill-de ned (7)50 Ovum (3)51 Progress (7)52 In operation (6)53 Agitator (12)54 Relate (4)57 French sweet (3-3)64 Something included with letter (9)65 Pretended (7)66 Waterside plant (7)68 Dry (7)70 Kenyan capital (7)71 Chess piece (6)72 German submarine (1-4)74 Change76 Fireside accessory (5)78 Celebrity (4)79 Accurate (4)

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Accountant Cooper Aitken Accountants 888 8002

Builder Begovich Builders 888 4841

Business Support Business Success Partners 027 200 3119

Electrician Electrico Ltd 888 8245

Finance MTF 888 6680

Flooring Flooring Design 880 9493

Gateway/Careers Matamata College 027 548 3929

Graphic Design & Print Inhouse Design and Print 888 8545

Gym Fitzone 888 7385

Health & Safety Rangiriri Consultants 021 595 090

Life Insurance NZ Advice Group 0800 230 235

Plumber Plumb.Co 888 8147

Residential Real Estate One Agency 888 1812

Restaurant & Bar Redoubt Bar & Eatery 888 8585

Roofing Prestige Group 0800 773 313

Stationers Paperplus 888 7694

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The team at Flooring Design Matamata are on hand to provide you with all your flooring, kitchen,

laundry and even wardrobe system needs.

A kitchen renovation is not a common everydaytask, but for Kitchens R Us it is. Come check outour show Kitchen, and chat to the team todayabout how we can help with your new kitchen orkitchen renovation.

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5pmSaturday 9.30am – 12noon

Unit 1, 19 Rawhiti Avenue (The Base), Matamata Phone 07 880 9493 • www.flooringdesign.co.nz

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SITUATIONS VACANT

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FOR SALE

Classifieds...

For all yourClassified Advertising

Phone 07 888 4489

Having a garage sale?Big birthday coming up?

Job available?You can place all of these in our weekly classifieds

from just $5.00Call Michelle on 07 888 4489

or email: [email protected]

SUNNYPARK STORAGE

Storage, short or long term.Cars, motorhomes,

furniture.Individual units available.Ph 0274 753 478.

CLOTHING REPAIRSMILK WANTED

WORK WANTED

STORAGE

MATAMATA SELF STORAGE

Hassle free storage – herewhen you need us.

Completely accessible, secure, pest controlled

multi sized units.Phone 07 888 7137.

CLOTHING ALTERATIONSZips/hems and repairs.Phone Carol on 07 888 9303or 027 292 2189.

MILK WANTED pay on deliv-ery. Ph: 0274 408 331.

PUBLIC NOTICEOf application for renewal

of an on-licenceSection 101, Sale and

Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.Sydney Douglas Workman hasmade an application to the Dis-trict Licensing Committee at TeAroha for the renewal of an on-licence in respect of the prem-ises situated at 52 Broadway,Matamata and known as Work-mans Café and Bar. The general nature of businessconducted under the licence isrestaurant and bar.The days on which and thehours during which alcohol issold under the licence are Mon-day to Sunday, 7am to 1am thefollowing dayThe application may be in-spected during ordinary officehours at the Te Aroha Office ofthe Matamata-Piako District Li-censing Committee at 35 Ken-rick Street, Te Aroha.Any person who is entitled toobject and wishes to object tothe issue may, not later than 15working days after the date ofthe publication of this notice,file a notice in writing of the ob-jection with the Secretary of theDistrict Licensing Committeeat: District Licensing CommitteePO Box 266Te Aroha 3342No objection to the issue of alicence may be made in relationto a matter other than a matterspecified in section 105(1) ofthe Sale and Supply of AlcoholAct 2012.No objection to the issue of alicence may be made in relationto a matter other than a matterspecified in section 131 of theSale and Supply of Alcohol Act2012.This is the second publicationof this notice. This notice wasfirst published on Tuesday 8thSeptember.

WILLIAMS, Kevin George25.8.45-9.8.20

Helen and family wish tothank all who sent flowers,cards, baking, phoned andattended Kevin’s funeral.Your love and support wasappreciated by us all.

Qualified Youth &Family Counsellor

We are seeking a part-time Counsellor to join our vibrantteam at Starfish Social Services in Matamata. You will beworking in the Matamata/Piako District and require a fulldriver’s license, the desire and ability to work with children, young people and families within a variety ofcontexts. If you are a self-starting, motivated person thatcan work holistically and have the experience and skills totake on this dynamic role we would love to hear from you.

The successful application will have full NZAC or NZCCA registration, or be close to obtaining this.

Closing date is 25th September 2020

Email CV & Covering letter [email protected]

M92

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Operations Maintenance Support

(Fixed Term until 30 July 2022)

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Water and Waste Water team. This team is responsible for providing Water and Waste Water services to our Community.

The key tasks in this role will include organizing and scheduling maintenance activities and minor project work on our Water and Waste Water plants, pump stations and reservoirs, as well as supporting our treatment plant teams with Health and Safety risk reviews and corrective actions. You will work within a committed team to collectively ensure the efficient running of our assets.

To be considered for this role you need to have great communication and organisation skills and not be afraid to get your hands dirty! Experience in the Water and Waste Water industry would be an advantage, however we will provide full training to the right person.

This is a great opportunity to work in an organisation that values people as its most important asset.

View the position description and apply for this position at www.joinourteam.co.nz and enter the job code 13463MTS.

Applications close midday, Monday 21st September.

The Window Cleaners, residential and commercial.Glass and joinery cleaning.

Phone Jane for a quote on 07 888 8811

Locally owned and operatedwith a smile

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cleaners

Third Sunday of the month1pm at Matamata RSA

Members $3.00 • Non Members $5.005 Yrs – 13 Yrs $2.00 • Under 5 Free

ALL WELCOME

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Come along and enjoy an afternoon of country music

Part-time Receptionist/Legal Assistant Woohoo - our Matamata office is expanding so we arelooking for a superstar to fill this newly created role.It’s an important role as you’ll not only be the face ofour Matamata office and provide legal assistant sup-port to the team but will also be responsible for makingthe office run like a well-oiled machine. We love beingpart of the Matamata community, so you’ll also besomeone who wants to help us grow the business andrelationships with new and existing clients. This is apart-time role from 9-3pm five days a week with flexi-bility needed to go ‘the extra mile’ if required.To hit the ground running you must have the following skills and experience:• Excellent customer service skills• Administration experience• A minimum of two years legal secretarial experience in property/conveyancing is preferable

• Confident LINZ and Companies Office user• Word and Outlook experience• Touch typist• Attention to detail• Extremely well organised• Excellent communicator• Good at prioritising• Work well under pressure• Willingness to learn• Enjoy working as part of a team• Confident working for several different authors andjuggling their individual needs

• Knowledge of Winscribe Digital Dictation and Infinity Law Trust Account Software would be advantageous.

In return we offer:• A friendly and inclusive work environment• Modern technology• Excellent in-house training • Career development opportunities

If you are looking for an opportunity to develop yourcareer at a long standing, well respected law firm thatvalues its staff we want to hear from you.

To apply please email your CV and cover letter [email protected] outlining why you are theperson we are looking for.

SITUATIONS VACANT

PEA & BARLEY Straw,Kaimai Garden Centre, North-ern Boundary, Matamatatownship.

A YOUNG lad was helping hisdad with do it yourself jobsaround the house. “You knowson” said the father, “you’rejust like lightening with thathammer” “Fast eh?” said theboy. “Oh, no – you neverstrike in the same placetwice”.

SEED POTATOES includingmaori seed potatoes andyams. Kaimai Garden Centre,Northern Boundary, Mata-mata township.

A COMPUTER once beat meat chess, but it was no matchfor me at kick boxing.

FREE to give, free to take.Used plant pots/punnets.Kaimai Garden Centre, North-ern Boundary, Matamatatownship.

I HAD AN “hour glass” figure,but then the sand shifted.

WHAT HAPPENED when thecat swallowed a penny?There was money in the kitty.

GRISELINIA Hedging plantsonly $3.50 at Kaimai GardenCentre, Northern Boundary,Matamata Township.

BEN’S TEACHER regards Benas a wonder child. He won-ders whether he’ll ever learnanything.

POND PLANTS plentiful $14Kaimai Garden Centre, North-ern Boundary, Matamatatownship.

MUM: Eat up your roast beef,it’s full of iron. Daughter: Nowonder it’s so tough.

GOLDFISH Only $8. KaimaiGarden Centre, NorthernBoundary, Matamata Town-ship.

THERE was a fight in the fishshop last night – a whole lotof fish got battered!

AVOCADO plants, Hass.Kaimai Garden Centre, North-ern Boundary, MatamataTownship.

VEGE & FLOWER plants,great selection. Kaimai Gar-den Centre, Northern Bound-ary, Matamata Township.

DOCTOR, doctor, I keep see-ing double. Take a seatplease. Which one?

MANDARIN, Orange, Lemonand Limes. Kaimai GardenCentre, Northern Boundary,Matamata Township.

I KNOW they say that moneytalks, but all mine says is‘Goodbye.’

BIRD FEEDERS, great selec-tion. Kaimai Garden Centre,Northern Boundary, Mata-mata Township.

MATAMATA JU JITSU Club.Self defence for juniors andseniors. Ph David on 027231 2606.

ROSES ROSES ROSESKaimai Garden Centre,Northern Boundary, Mata-mata township.

VENETIAN BLINDS Cleaning& repair. Guthrie Bowron,Matamata, 17 Arawa St. Ph888 8119.

POTS/BIRD BATHS/WALLART/RUGS, all for outside,Outdoor Obsession Tirau

KEY CUTTING Biggest selec-tion. Guthrie Bowron, Mata-mata, 17 Arawa St. Ph 8888119.

FREE Sexual abuse coun-selling in Matamata, Monday- Friday, also general coun-selling with cost negotiatedat first visit. Contact Lynn on021 267 8682. MNZAC, ACCSensitive Claims Counsellor

CURTAIN CLEANING Drapes,Roman blinds. Removesmildew. Guthrie Bowron,Matamata, 17 Arawa St. Ph888 8119.

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EditorialCaron: [email protected]

AdvertisingMilly: [email protected]

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Phone 07 888 4489


BUILDERS

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BUILDERS

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CONTRACTING

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COMPUTERS

07 888 [email protected] Arawa Street, Matamata

Servers Workstations Networks

PC Repairs & ServiceIT ConsultancyIT Solutions for Business Systems

Ph 07 888 7417 Mb 0274 855 453Excavators • Bulldozers • Grader • Roller • Loader

Scoop • Machinery Transport • TrucksEmail: [email protected] • www.donbrown.co.nz

DECORATING

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17 Arawa Street, Matamata | P: 07 888 81197.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday

9am – 12pm SaturdayE: [email protected]

Curtains | Blinds | Wallpaper | Interior Design | Paint

DECORATING

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Hayley Taylor 021 429 590 | Garreth Davies 021 429 593Painting | Wallpapering | Airless Spraying | Interior & Exterior

CARTAGE

ELECTRICAL

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CONTRACTING

FENCING

ELECTRICAL

Tony Weatherley• New Homes

• Heat Pump installations• Bathroom & Kitchen alterations

• Switchboard upgrades

022 639 1428 • [email protected]

FARMING

10 Waharoa West Road, Matamata. Ph 07 888 4405

TRENCHINGHourly or per metre rates

No job too big or too small

FENCING

• Timber Fencing/Retaining Walls• High quality workmanship• Fast and efficient• FREE Measure and QuotePhone 07 888 4922 oremail all enquiries [email protected]

RESIDENTIAL FENCING

ADVICE

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Helping New Zealandersto do moreWe offer personal and business lending. Contact us to learn more.

Terms, conditions and lending criteria apply.

07 888 668095 Arawa Streetmtf.co.nz/matamata

MATAMATA

FENCING

TOOGOOD FENCING LTD• RURAL

• LIFESTYLES

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• STOCKYARDS & MORE!

For quality TOOGOOD to overlook contact Scottphone 07 888 0778, mobile 027 251 9118

Andy Smith Livestock LtdMatamata / Morrinsville

Morrinsville (07) 88 Matamata

Email as general@

ENTERTAINMENT

8 metre folding machine | NZ Steel stock colours

1 Garland Street, Matamata

0800 773 313www.prestigegroup.co.nz

FLASHINGS

Allan Back | 027 433 4984 | [email protected]

Contract Operator – Digger & Bulldozer Work

Mini Digger Operator for all your:• Residential Work • Footings • Auger Drilling

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FAST FOOD

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For prompt in-home servicing call 07 888 49109 TUI STREET, MATAMATA

We service all leading whiteware brandsBuying and Selling of New and Used Appliances

AUTO ELECTRICIAN

0274 774 [email protected]

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Matt Henderson Auto Electrician

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS

For ALL your AUTOMOTIVE repairs

NOW at: 50 Factory Rd, Waharoa880 9065 | 022 166 1915

AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS

Unit 1 – 17 Rockford Street, MatamataPhone: 07 880 9609

ONLINE BOOKING – www.actionautomotive.co.nz

• Glass replacement • 24/7 on call emergency repair service

• Screen Doors & Windows • Lock InstallationFarmers Road, Matamata

Ph Lyndon on 07 888 4237 or 021 0233 1627Email: [email protected]

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KINGS GLASS & GLAZING

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LANDSCAPING

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Phone 07 888 7345 or0800 CENTIGRADE (0800 236 844)

Heat Pumps • Refrigeration • Air ConditioningFarm Vat Refrigeration • Ventilation

Annual Heat Pump servicing from $100 + GST

MECHANIC

BOOK NOW!Automotive Servicing and RepairsCARS – 4WD – LIGHT COMMERCIAL

All makes including late modelsPick up service available!

KEN’S SERVICE CENTRE (2001) LTDQualified and Registered Mechanic

07 888 2893 or 021 146 1221

WOF CHECKS

PANELBEATERS

Ph 07 888 6508, mobile 021 838 4216 Waiomou Street, Matamata

• insurance and private work• all work guaranteed

• free courtesy cars• qualified professional

tradesmen• late model collision

repairs• free quotes

CollisionRepair

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PLUMBING

Plumbing • Gasfitting • Drainlaying • Heating

07 888 93402 Elizabeth Street, Matamata

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44 Smith StreetMatamata

Phone 07 888 6629Mobile 027 275 3788

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PRINTING

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PROPERTY SERVICES

Syds Property Services• Chimney Sweeping• Stump grinding & brush chipping• Water blasting/House washing• Driveways and paver cleaning• Gutter cleaning• Trees

Phone 027 260 5473Locally owned & operated

REAL ESTATE

- Knowledge- Experience- Competitive Rates

Margaret WrightSales Consultant027 473 9516

[email protected] Arawa St, Matamata 07 888 5677Link Realty Ltd. Licensed Agent REAA 2008

STORAGE

SELF STORAGE• Residential• Commercial• Industrial• Vehicles

24 Waihou Street, Matamata [email protected]

- Security Cameras- Fully Electrified Fences- Automatic Gate Access- Clean Units- Pest Controlled- Short or Long Term- Insurance Approved- Yard Storage for Caravans/BoatsPhone: 027 499 9584

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TYRES

ROLL WITH ITTyres • Rims • Wheel Alignments• Batteries • Puncture Repairs

Phone 07 888 686653 Firth Street, Matamata


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WHEELIE BIN SERVICES LTD• 240L Rubbish Bins and Green Waste Bins• Bins washed EVERY empty• 4, 7 and 9m Skip Bins• Town or country collections

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Brett Reynolds027 562 9882

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“We can bring that old rusty steel work & machinery back to life”

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If you’re thinking of selling, there is nothing better than having a neighbour market your property

HEADSTONES

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Adults and children clothing | Manchester | bric-a-brac

Something for everyone who love to give things a second crack at life

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Women | Men | ChildrenCuts | Sets | Perms | Blow Waves

Bring in your colour and we can apply for youNO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY FOR CUTS81 Arawa Street, Matamata. 07 880 9937

Mon-Fri: 8.30ish to 5ish | Saturday: 8.30ish to 12ish

White DoveResidential Painters & Decorators

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Phone Phillip 07 888 8942Mobile 027 6061 821

Phone Chris on 027 255 1054 oremail [email protected]

• Landscaping, fencing & decks• Small excavation with mini digger• General yard tidy ups• Concrete footpaths

TREE FELLING

Phone Rob Stewart Owner/operator 027 812 0162 email [email protected]

FIRST FARM FORESTRY20 years felling experience

Tree topping and felling • Tricky treesScrub cutting • Firewood cutting

Specialising in rural tree felling solutionsNationallyCertified

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Residential and Commercial Stump Grinding Service.

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Matamata College boy’s hockey team had agreat tournament in the Hawkes Bay lastweek under the leadership of team man-ager, Serena Pilmore-Evans. They sufferedlosses, celebrated wins, and draws, but thor-oughly enjoyed the experience, growing as ateam over the course of the week. Although itseemed strange to have empty grandstands withonly a few supporters, the boys are hoping forthe opportunity to return next year and makethe top five.Year 9 student, Jackson Donderwinkel hasbeen successful again in 2020 with his kayaking.Jackson entered three races in the U14 men’scategory in the “Kayak Krazy series” run underCanoe Racing NZ. He raced 5km in the Bay ofPlenty placing 2nd, followed by Karapiro, alsoplacing 2nd. As Jackson had competed two racesout of the series, he was eligible for a medal atLake Okareka, in Rotorua. This is where theCanoe Racing NZ 2020 NZ Championship tookplace. Jackson placed 2nd and received a silvermedal for U14 men. He also took out 2nd place in

the points tally of the overall series. Congratula-tions Jackson, awesome results.Our 1st XI girls’ hockey team have not hadmany home games this season but last week,met Cambridge High School here on their hometurf. In a keenly contested match, the teams bat-tled out a 1-1 draw, well done girls. Our girlshockey 2nd XI played Dio junior B team and won2-1. This has pushed them into third place afterthe quarters. The boys played St Pauls junior Aand won 9-0 which has them on the top of thetable after the quarters. Our lacrosse A team are back in full swing andrecently played Cambridge High and won 10-9.Well done girls. Our Year 12 PE students havebeen working with the Intermediate to helpthem with training for an upcoming Whaanaugames tournament. Students from year 11, 12and 13 are involved in supporting this eventwhich will see a number of sports being played.Our students are designing and running all thesesessions which gathers evidence for theirachievement standards.

Braedyn Henderson and Jack Reynolds havebeen selected in the team to represent Waikatoat the 2020 AON New Zealand Junior NationalInter-District Teams Squash Championships thatwill be held at the new eight court Christchurchsquash club in October. Team members will alsoplay in the individual event held prior to theteam’s event. Braedyn also played in theWaikato graded champs recently where he com-peted in the men’s B grade division. He playedincredibly well to secure second place.I took a group of students to Whakatane forthe Waikato/Bay of Plenty cross country champsrecently. This event is extremely tough andbrings out the best of the best over the two dis-tricts every year. The first race was the year 9girls taking on two loops of the 1500m course.We had Bella Dye, Lucy Lawrence and Leah Ja-cobsen in this race. Bella managed to place 11thwhile Lucy came 25th and Leah 26th. Up nextwere the year 9 boys who also completed thetwo laps. We entered Fletcher Van Heuven andJackson Donderwinkel into this race. Fletcher

came in 14th and Jackson ran 39th. Ella Smartdid the same course as the year 9s in her juniorgirls class, she managed to race to a 16th placefinish. Kevin Tiddy took on the senior boys trackeven though he is only 15! This means he had tocomplete three loops of the 2000m course.Kevin ran incredibly well against boys a lot olderthan him, with a final placing of 24th. All theserunners did so well - we didn’t get to compete inany other running events this year so goingstraight to the top event was not an easy task.They all took it in their stride and managed torun some great times to bring these incredibleresults home. The day was hot, the pace was in-credibly fast and not one of our students lookedto even slow down. Taking on the top runners intwo regions is a huge deal and the places theysecured, and their attitudes have made me superproud. Well done! The college sports club are participating in theLions Fertiliser drive this coming Saturday so itwould be great to see the community support atthis incredible event again.

College sports round-upwww.sceneonline.co.nzKirstin Atkinson

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